I'd sure like to know the name of the independent mechanic and especially the VW dealer you are talking about. Although I wouldn't take my Vanagon to a dealer to get fixed, I sometimes (rarely) buy parts at the dealership. Since I'm in L.A., it would be nice to boycott them on your behalf.

Mark Garcia
Alhambra, CA
1987 Vanagon Westfalia (for going slow)
2000 Passat 1.8T 5SPD(for going fast)
1981 Vespa P200E (for just going!)

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