I'd like to express my congratulations to all that have posted in this
thread up till now, especially the vendors.  A great discussion on the
topic of getting parts to keep our cherished Vanagons running.  No real
flames in the thread but just good, honest discussion of the problem that
our vendors face everyday and the problems each of us face as customers
from time to time.  And totally consistent with the sense of 'community'
that we all sense and share. Thanks.