I'd like to hear about a replacement unit if possible... I've been debating fiberglass tape with "paint over rust" paint or something... heat in the Campmobile is something of the Lost Grail...

>Howdy,
>
>While working on my 78 westie I noticed that the heat exchanger tin is 
> corroding around the front of the unit. The flanges and all other 
> parts of the exhaust are a bit rusty but still solid. My question is - 
> does someone make a kit to replace just the outer tin and if not, can 
> you weld a replacement portion up to the remaining tin?  I would hate 
> to have to shell out $400 for a replacement set. Also I have a bonus 
> question- is there an easy way to remove a brake drum? The left side 
> came off like a charm but the right side is stuck. I have beat on it, 
> backed one adjuster (the other is frozen) all the way off, but it is 
> still stuck, anyone got any ideas?
>
>Thanks again
>Clay
>
>78 westie