I don't remember having a check list being discussed.  I recall the spare
parts we would carry.  We usually know which area of the car needs attention
and we keep the cars in pretty good condition, as far as I can tell from
reading the postings.  I, for one, am just loading up the car and go on the
trip without giving it a second thought.  I may change the oil and filters.
Zoltan
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jay Roth" <bghuna@MCHSI.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, March 14, 2004 5:05 AM
Subject: Re: What's on YOUR checklist?

> It seems surprising to me that with the great number of list members out
> there willing to help, this previous post went unheard with the exception
of
> ONE person! I'm interested in knowing what *extra precautions* to take and
> mechanics to check in advance of a long trip. Certainly there is a checkup
> routine many of you have!
>
> Many listees have suggested preventive maintenance is the key to
maintaining
> the life of a Vanagon, but only one offered advice as to what "extra"
things
> to look at besides the obvious (coolant level, oil level, belts...) I was
> hoping such an experienced group could offer more guidance to a new
Vanagon
> owner.
>
> In VW Love, Light & Laughter,
> Jay
> '87 Westy "Ol' Blue", 327K
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jay Roth [mailto:bghuna@mchsi.com]
> Sent: Friday, March 12, 2004 6:10 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: What's on YOUR checklist?
>
>
> In getting ready for the season's first spring camping trip, and reading
> tips from the list for the past year, I was wondering what is on YOUR
> mechanical checklist for bringing a Vanagon out for a 24 hour roadtrip?
> There's been much interest in preventive maintenance lately, instead of
> bringing every conceivable replacement part, so what would you tell a
newbie
> to check mechanically before taking such an adventure with a family?
>
> In case you're interested this will be the "first" official trip of such
> distance, so any reassurance for my wife will be greatly appreciated!
>
> In VW Love, Light & Laughter,
> Jay
> '87 Westy "Ol' Blue", 327K
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