Hi,
   I read you post on "The Vanagon List" about VWoA home page. I like what
you sent in.  I felt like a outcast at my dealership.  I walk up to the
parts counter and ask about air-cooled parts and they almost laugh.  I can
imagin what they say when I leave.  'Check out that dweeb.  Air-cooled
parts. Get real.HAHAHAHAHA. Beetle parts,HAHAHAHAHA. Bus parts?
HAHAHAHAHAHA. If its not '90 or newer forget it.'  Actually, since I joined
the ranks of professional mechanics, the parts guys aren't so bad. I
started working at a FLAP store 4 years ago then moved onto a GM dealership
turning wrenches.  Since then I've gotten to know the guys at the VW
dealership pretty good. They help me out quite well now. I guess
presistance is the key. Let them see your face enough and they'll get the
idea your serious about your hobbie.   As far as the salesmen, I haven't
quite gotten to know them as well, yet. Anyway I jst wanted to say I like
your post.  My sentiments exactly!  Thanks and take care.

                        Keep on Busin' -Jim D

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James Digennaro        The Late Model Bus Organization,International
Treasurer & Merchandise Sales , Official  On-line Represenative.
20 First St
Adams, MA. 01220                  82 Westfalia  'GTI'
E-Mail limbo@bcn.net
URL: http://www.bcn.net/~limbo

         "Come out to 'Transporters By The Tunnel' July 19th- 21st"

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