That doesn't sound right at ALL, the idle control valve can be cleaned with
a q-tip and some solvent, if it is the Hall then buy a used one.

Jere

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Eric Olson
Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2005 8:20 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Idle computer (?)

87 Syncro:  My mechanic told me the computer behind the licence plate
that controls idle needs replacing - $500 - $700.

What other options do I have for re-used, after-market, ingenious
work-arounds?

He has the idle and tune up adjusted to where it doesn't stall out like
it used.  Just acts fun ("Look Ma, no feet!).  Liveable to be sure, but
. . .

thanks!

Eric - Colorado