<And I think the "techs"
sometimes know that. On my last visit to emissions testing centre, the
guy delivering the good news, could tell I was relieved. I think there
are a few that recognize how much we love our Vanagons>

When mine passed (Virginia) a few months back, the inspector handed me my keys and said "Gotta tell ya, I expected it to fail". I said, "Gee, thanks". He went on to say that he sees very few vehicles the age of my Vanagon (84)that do pass the first time.    Jeff