Marshall Ruskin wrote:

> Hi Everybody:
>
> An interesting new device to rapidly speed up engine warming is available -
> it is available at Ford dealerships for Navigators (as a dealer installed
> option), but could work for Vanagons too.
>
> A neat idea, it auto-stores your hot coolant in basically, a big dewar
> container, and then exchanges it for cold coolant when you start. Claims are
> faster warm-up, lower emissions, increased fuel economy over vehicle without
> unit. Even after several days.
>
> http://www.centaurthermal.com/
>
> Check it out!
>
> Marshall Ruskin
> 84 Westy

Saab was doing quite a bit of research on this some years ago, don't know if
they ever came up with anything, though. I know I would love to have one of
these, as my Syncro takes at least 10 minutes of driving to get luke warm in the
heater system. Yes, I have replaced the thermostat, in case anyone of you should
wonder.

PerL
88 Syncro