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Great idea - bad time of the year for me.

I assure you (all), it has been my pleasure to have finally met all of you and look forward to the next meet. Happy holidays to all.

Welcome to the board. Where in socal?

Go nab some from a j/y.

Have you checked the tension on the fan belt that runs the alternator?

Well John, I am giving you fair notice that if I have not received communication from you to arrange a repayment schedule within 30 days, I am hiring a collection agency. I have located one in Eugene and will be placing the order unless some advance is made. I believe I have been patient and diplomatic. I am sorry to have to go this route but you leave me no alternatives.

I'll be the naysayer. I believe that if you're not going to trust a car, don't buy it. You'll always have nagging doubts. Would you spend tme with a "shady lady" if you believed she had some disease you didn't want? With that said, I have unshakable faith in all of the subbies in my care. I'd drive my 1983 Brat (it's 23 years old) anywhere without a concern. I should let Snowman drive it to Belize by way of Florida just to prove the point - don't get your hopes up, Kelly. Do the research, and get a warranty in writing if you're concerned.

If you're having problems, either bring it to my house and we'll work on it there, or give me a call and I'll come lend a hand. PM me for my phone #.

I'm not really sure what you're asking. It kind of sounds like you're looking for a suspension lift for a Legacy. If that's the case, check Zap's posts about the mod he did to his rig.

Well John, it's been a full year and not a dime, not one red cent repaid. What's a guy to think?

I proudly have the Kangaroo posted on my back window.

True, but not many can keep up with them regardless of what they have.

This is one-stop shopping at its best.

Not necessarily, but who said it had to move, or move quickly?

Both of you, welcome aboard.

With a sawzall, you can go as big as you want. Or better yet, take all of the fenders off and the sky is the limit.

PK Davis (ozified) makes a great kit. It's very easy to install.

I've been around the block a couple of times in my 83 Brat and 89 xt6. Both good cruisers, but one is definitely faster than the other.

4 running, thanks to you.

standard gear oil and and additive.

The new Legacies scored in the top 5 for impact safety. Makes me happy to know my wife is well protected.

The first page of the old "How to keep your Volkswagon alive: the complete idiot's manual" says "Make peace with your rump roast for it bears you." I have always kept that in mind, especially when I have troubles with my cars. Understanding the problem is the first step to a solution. You have a good car. Keep it. A cooling system problem can be fitful, but you have some sage advice and it's a relatively inexpensive fix. You'll be happy with it again before long.

If the rust isn't too bad, especially around the strut towers, buy it. That's a fair price.

Nice score, PK.

Take it to Richie Rich (Superior Import Repairs) in Portland. Great mechanic, and a great guy.