Instead of getting Dennis to move (I’m in between both locations!) I just schedule my holidays around parts etc.  Last year’s trip to Quebec for a new canvas was a hit!
Jeff

> On Nov 3, 2020, at 8:23 AM, Bruce Todd <beeceetee@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> Wow, very sweet looking work.  I second the request to have Dennis move to
> the West Coast!
> 
> Eric - you are going to be very happy as you drive toward your future
> adventures.  I like the new GW EFI setup juxtaposed with the well worn idle
> control valve...the new and the old.  Lastly I was kind of hoping there
> would be a photo of Dennis somewhere in that photo roll.
> 
> Very nice.
> 
> Bruce
> 
> On Mon, Nov 2, 2020 at 8:43 PM Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> For all that are interested here is a link with some highlights of the
>> work being done to Eric's Van. There is still significant detail work for
>> the engine compartment including the charge line for the house battery and
>> gauge wires for the oil temp, oil pressure and transmission temp gauges
>> being installed. There is also a pic of the GW scan tool that will be
>> getting mounted mid dash. The GW heavy duty brake drums and exhaust were
>> done back in 2018. This trip included a full front end overhaul with a lot
>> of T3 bits including anti roll bar, later spindles and the GW front disc
>> upgrade. The oil coolers were also added in 2018. Note the trans oil inline
>> filter on the return line. The wheels are 17 inch AR95T's. I have 4 in
>> stock, 4 on the way. There are only 16 more blanks that can be drilled for
>> the Vanagon. When these are gone they are gone for good. Note this is a
>> 2,200 pound capacity wheel.
>> 
>> The engine was built from a 2.1 core that Eric had. It is now a 2.3 from
>> the GoWesty kit with new heads, HD oil pump. Oil relief hole drilled under
>> main bearing to reduce flywheel seal leaks.
>> Transmission fully overhauled with ring and pinion replaced with 3.73
>> ratio from German Transaxle.
>> 
>> Included in the link is a 30 second video of the engine idling during warm
>> up.
>> 
>> I'll keep adding pics to this link as the project progresses. Still to
>> come, the gauges, scan gauge mounting, House battery with charger, etc.
>> 
>> Dennis
>> 
>> https://1drv.ms/a/s!AqaEiIhKCAKbke4uw4WpYYh8DTrxEQ
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com> On Behalf Of Eric
>> Caron
>> Sent: Monday, November 2, 2020 12:30 PM
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: Re: Eric's van is running again
>> 
>> Hi Alistair and others,
>> 
>> I’m trying to get the pics or even a video from Dennis but he is only
>> wanting especially neat and orderly pics of his work out there.  So, I’ll
>> send along ASAP!
>> 
>> I really enjoy hearing about the success and challenges Dennis worked
>> through to get to this point.
>> 
>> Example, first attempt to start didn’t work, one of the main reasons?  A
>> faulty fuse in an otherwise correctly installed new component.
>> 
>> It must be so challenging to do so much detailed work and then have an
>> obstacle like that get in the way!
>> 
>> But, it is either electrons, fuel, or air.  Dennis found the electron
>> block and now it is running.
>> 
>> Once tidied up and timing set I’m sure I’ll get a video to share.
>> 
>> Eric
>> 
>> 
>>> On Nov 2, 2020, at 10:07 AM, Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Hey that’s great news Eric.
>>> 
>>> Let’s have more pics of the engine bay, that sexy pale blue :-)
>>> 
>>> Alistair
>>> 
>>>> On Nov 1, 2020, at 6:51 PM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> Hi folks,
>>>> 
>>>>      Have to share that Dennis called tonight so I could hear the 2.3
>> engine he rebuilt up and running.
>>>> 
>>>>      He heard a very happy cheer from Heidi and me knowing this means
>> the van is well on it’s way to coming home.  Having the systems upgraded
>> and set up by Dennis is very reassuring.
>>>> 
>>>>      I almost think Dennis sounded happier then we did with the sound
>> of that engine running so nicely right after first start up.
>>>> 
>>>> Send us some good vanagon list energy and I hope to be posting updates
>> and info from my own van projects soon!
>>>> 
>>>> Eric Caron
>>>> 85 GL Auto Westfalia
>>>> 2.3 DGW Dennis Go Westy Engine  with late vanagon set up and upgrades.
>>> 
>>