One & All,

I'm overwhelmed by the support and encouragement I'm receiving from our
"community".

Although I don't have a engine solution identified yet, thanks to you
... I'm gaining
confidence that one will be found.

Please bear with me while I sort out the responses and plan the next
steps forward.

For now ... I wanted to post an update as to actions in place.

Replacement 2.1L Engine Search:

I haven't identified a engine solution yet.

I'm following up on a few possibilites that need to be clarified and
qualified.

Most are engines with various degrees of unknown history, problems
(compression issues, leaky heads, low oil pressure etc) or different
configurations, like 1.9L.

SO PLEASE DO NOT STOP LOOKING FOR A POSSIBLE 2.1L DONOR ENGINE.

Current Engine Diagnosis:

It is possible that the current engine can be repaired and that option
is also being pursued. Although the majority opinion at this point is
that it might be cheaper to swap rather than do an extensive repair.

The heads are know to be marginal since the last piston change.

After Monday I hope to know more about the valves, pushrods, lifters,
pistons etc.

Funds Accumulation:

I have been able to sell several items in the least few days and that
has helped a bit.

Necky Kayak
Solar Panels
Custom Gary Lee Ladder
Misc Camera lens and equipment
Portable Radio
Sony PDA
Game Boy
Etc.

I have a few more things to sell and will make a separate post on that
subject shortly.

The community has been very kind and many people have sent donations to
the "Keep the Road in RoadHaus" fund via PayPal at lchase@attglobal.net.

I'm incredibly touched by the generosity and support.

Larry Chase
Email: RoadGuy@RoadHaus.com
Web: WWW.RoadHaus.com
Cell:  408.202.1217
What: North American Road Trip
How: RoadHaus - 1990 White VW Westfalia Syncro
Today: Westfalia Acres ... Drain, OR