So Barry Grimes says:

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> You can help me convince VW of this defect. If, upon inspection, you find
> that your hoses have been incorrectly joined,  please notify me as I am
> coordinating an effort to inform VW- and attempt to recover my loss.

It's helpful information like this that should be rewarded.  I think you
EV owners owe this gentleman a huge debt of gratitude for giving you
this information.  Not only should you use it to your benefit, but I
think a monetary thanks is in order or a some equivelant.....

I know other folks on the list have helped me tremendously and I'll
do what I can to repay them.  Some expect nothing, but I don't think
that's always fair and try to do them, at least, a favor when they
need one.

Good luck to you EV folks!!

Cheers!

Steven 
Sacramento, CA
sjohnson@pcocd2.intel.com