In a message dated 98-08-06 14:14:03 EDT, Joel.Cort@usa.xerox.com writes:

> Any pitfalls/hints on the best method for yanking and shoving the unwieldy
>  hose out of the Westy closet interiors?

No.  Mine is not a Syncro and at the time I just replaced one hose from the
compressor to the condensor (at the radiator).  I would, however, make sure
when installing the new hose to cover the ends (with tape or soemthing) to
keep them clean untill you connect them.

>  I plan on most of Sunday afternoon for this job:-(

Most huh?  I guess hose removal can be done in the afternoon.  I nstallation
will take a bit longer.

>  OK which gizmo is the dryer unit?
>  Is it the round canister above the left rear wheel where the return from
the
>  evaporator (the other AC Hose)

Yes, that's it.

The thingie (that's the technical term) on the left end of the evaporator (on
the ceiling at the rear of the van) is the expansion valve.

Regards,
Jim Davis