Jim,
So, your from your standpoint, any improvements and/ or update to the
Vanagon are taboo, and are a value robbing item's?
There are volumes of updates to Vanagon's to make one's life easier and
the vehicle more efficient.
I have found many worthwhile idea's and "making life easier in your
Vanagon" on this list as well as other's.
For your pleasure go to Allistair Bells web page.
I found many updates there from many folks who have decided to make life
better in their vehicles of choice.
And some good one's there are.
I highly doubt that a concealed brass ball valve to eliminate heat in
the interior of anyone's Van would be a detriment to the vehicles
overall resale value.
In a matter of fact I believe that the new owner if you sold your's
would more than likely thank you for being so thoughtful.
Possibly even blow you a kiss.

RC

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felder@KNOLOGY.NET(Jim�Felder) Date:
Subject: Re: Replaced that heater valve today!

After owning the car from new, through 190,000 miles, I have managed to
keep everything "stock" and original. I have no doubt that an
installation such is this is not a smarter way to go, but in the end I
think the car is worth more ($20, maybe?) if it's kept original.
Just my thought.
Jim