It's not at all stupid.  It's merely a way to ensure that the bleeder valve
on top of the radiator is the highest point in the cooling system.

Dave in KC
85 Westy (that is always parked on a hill)

----- Original Message -----
From: "Chris" <9ampatrl@BELLSOUTH.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, September 08, 2002 5:27 PM
Subject: Re: Need help - the dreaded flashing red coolant light

I heard one time about some crazy such thing as parking on a hill to be able
to get all the air out of the cooling system and top off the anti freeze. I
know it sounds stupid, just thought I'd pass it along. if nothing else maybe
its good for a laugh.

Chris Medley
90 Vanagon