Hey,
     I'm not a pessimist... just a realist.  I've been
using this method of assessing vehicle for 20 year.
It had never let me down.  Sorry to say your Vanagon
is shot.    The only way you should keep it, is if you are
taking a personal interest, by do as much work
yourself as possible.  Otherwise, sell this vanagon
and buy one in better condition.  You will be
further ahead financally.

                                              Eric

Duane Fahey wrote:

> So, you think I should be done with it?
>
> Others say I should keep it, with a new rebuilt.... - Duane
>
> vw4x4@fyi.net wrote:
>
>> Age?    All Vanagons
>> Mileage?   200,000
>> Condition?  motor shop, body bad
>>
>>                      Three strikes  your out.....
>>                                       Eric
>>
>> Duane Fahey wrote:
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>>> I don't know for sure yet, but I might need new heads on my '89 Vanagon
>>> 2.1.  There is some kind of leak in the coolant system, and every other
>>> place has been explorered.  I haven't had a test done yet, but I
>>> suspect
>>> the worse.
>>>
>>> So, with about 200,000 miles on the engine, what should I do?  Should I
>>> fix the engine that I have, or put something new or rebuilt in?
>>>
>>> In the near future, I will need a new exhaust system and a new rear
>>> heater core, among other things I'm sure.
>>>
>>> The body is rusting now, no holes yet, but coming soon, I think.
>>>
>>> I've been looking for a 2nd vehicle anyway, so I'm wondering if I
>>> should
>>> just look for a Eurovan Camper...
>>>
>>> Any suggestions?  - Duane
>>>
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