I could not agree with you more, Ken.

I had a similar problem, and I started out for my local VW guy....

What I did not know, was that the leak was steadily getting worse and that a
considerable amount of gas was pouring out underneath the van.

When I got to the VW place,  my mechanic read me the riot act and proceeded
to show me pictures of several burnt out vans.

It was nothing more than a rotted fuel line.  He didn't even charge me for
the new hose and clamps.

If I ever have a problem like that again....I will be sure to heed your
advice!

Dane Tessler
87 Westfalia
Treasure Island, FL
http://members.aol.com/Dane714/westfalia.html
-----Original Message-----
From: KENWILFY <KENWILFY@AOL.COM>
To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Date: Monday, April 06, 1998 2:23 AM
Subject: Re: Gasoline leak foils trip to San Jose 8-(

>I don't see why this should be an expensive repair.  It sounds like your
>supply line from the pump to the motor is leaking.  You just need a length
of
>hose and two clamps on the ends to replace the hose that is leaking.  I
would
>advise you to try to get someone to come to your house and do it or get the
>van towed to the garage.  I am serious, DO NOT DRIVE THE VAN IN THIS
>CONDITION!!!  Engine fire is imminent and not only could you lose the van
but
>your life as well.  Not worth taking the chance.
>Ken Wilford
>John 3:16