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Subject:Re: Best way to judge life left in Waterboxer?
From:Steven Johnson
Date:Mon, 7 May 2012 16:40:47 -0700

Doesn't burn oil......   hmmmmm...

Steven
91 Westy

On Mon, May 7, 2012 at 3:44 PM, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net>wrote:

> The 1.9 engine in my 85 manual Vanagon has 198,000 miles.  Never been
> opened for any reason.  Runs smooth as silk.  Gentle driving, burns no oil,
> always passes smog, power seems about the same as always.  Wondering how
> long this thing can last?  What's the best way to get some idea,
> compression test?
>
> Rich
> San Diego
>

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