Well, you are lucky, Jake.  I RELY on the list vendors in my neck of the
woods.  Air-cooled parts are available here, tho. I second that NAPA is the
best in a pinch and usually available in warehouse same day or next at
latest.
I also agree with Ken regarding planning your maintenance ahead.  Shipping
can be a big chunk of your purchase if you need it quick.  I also feel a
responsibility(misplaced? I'm not sure) to patronize the list vendors since
the lines of communication are already open and I feel that they really know
our vehicles and are not likely to steer you wrong.  Again, maybe I am naive
in this respect.
Michael in San Antonio
91GL AT 'Gringo'
73 Beetle

On Wed, Mar 31, 2010 at 10:43 AM, Jake de Villiers <
crescentbeachguitar@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hey Ken, here in the northwest where Vanagons are plentiful and driven
> daily, parts are readily available at the local parts store or dealer.
>
> Online parts purchases are optional, not necessary.
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> Jake
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