The Lull Before The Storm ...

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The Lull Before The Storm ...

Post by Amskeptic » Fri Mar 22, 2019 8:09 am

Stuck at the drawing board still, filling in appointment slots and trying to build a sensible path across the country, staring at this growing collection of stickers ...

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(ahem),

and visitatin' with passing VW aficionados on their way to Albuquerque, I am also mulling which of my poor chariots must be called-upon to slog through the insults of rain and hail and potholes and gravel strikes and door dings and those dopey little gurus with greasy paws absent-mindedly closing the sliding door into the edge of an open toolbox drawer, I know it is going to happen:

A) The BobD, last out on the road in 2014, currently at 111,155 miles, needs a decarbonization of heads before heading out due to a 160 psi reading in cylinder #4.

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B) NaranjaWesty, currently at 97,179 miles, needs replacement heads only because of a failed exhaust stud boss on #4, and it needs a bearing retainer plate installed in the transaxle

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C) Chloe,last out on the road in 2017, currently at 206,820 miles, needs a battery, and will pick up a balanced generator and fan from Robbie when I get west. Engine has ridiculous compromised heads but is running well.

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Yesterday, I received two sets of Len Hoffman's finest ceramic coated heads. Who gets to eat any more? Not me. Who needs to eat? Not me, here at 177 fluffy fat pounds, not any more. Gonna work out perfect.
Vote for which chariot you'd like to see on the 2019 Itinerary.
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BobD - 78 Bus . . . 112,730 miles
Chloe - 70 bus . . . 217,593 miles
Naranja - 77 Westy . . . 142,970 miles
Pluck - 1973 Squareback . . . . . . 55,600 miles
Alexus - 91 Lexus LS400 . . . 96,675 miles

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Post by 71whitewesty » Fri Mar 22, 2019 9:17 am

Geez that’s a tough call. For your comfort I’d say the westy but it’s been a while for the Bob D, but then I’m also a bit bias towards Chloe.
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Post by Amskeptic » Fri Mar 22, 2019 10:10 am

71whitewesty wrote:
Fri Mar 22, 2019 9:17 am
Geez that’s a tough call. For your comfort I’d say the westy but it’s been a while for the Bob D, but then I’m also a bit bias towards Chloe.
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"Sir?"
"SIR!"
"EXCUSE ME ... "
"Oh. yeah, Chloe, I mean BobD, I me...."
"My name is right here in this name tag, thank-you very much."
BobD - 78 Bus . . . 112,730 miles
Chloe - 70 bus . . . 217,593 miles
Naranja - 77 Westy . . . 142,970 miles
Pluck - 1973 Squareback . . . . . . 55,600 miles
Alexus - 91 Lexus LS400 . . . 96,675 miles

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Post by airkooledchris » Fri Mar 22, 2019 10:12 am

id vote for the chrome yellow Westfalia over almost anything you could put on that list. id vote for the Lincoln if gas consumption wasn't a concern.
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Post by tristessa » Fri Mar 22, 2019 10:44 am

Why not Pluck? :cyclopsani:
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Re: The Lull Before The Storm ...

Post by rallybug » Fri Mar 22, 2019 10:53 am

I'd love to see you in any of them, but alas it's not a possibility this year :cry:

Hopefully see you next year!
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Post by ScottLasVegas » Fri Mar 22, 2019 11:40 am

Selfishly, I am voting for BobD because I haven't had the pleasure of meeting him yet.
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Post by tommu » Fri Mar 22, 2019 12:27 pm

Naranja for me. I look forward to the summers orange glow resonating in the ally.

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Re: The Lull Before The Storm ...

Post by satchmo » Fri Mar 22, 2019 12:38 pm

Isn't the vehicle supposed to pick you?

Take the one you like driving the most; the action of the suspension, the accuracy of the steering, the support of the seat, and the sweet song of the engine. All other considerations are theoretical.

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Re: The Lull Before The Storm ...

Post by SlowLane » Fri Mar 22, 2019 3:35 pm

Add an aircooled Vanagon to the stable and use it for this year's circuit...
Gawd, 177 pounds? Quit'cher bitchin'. Haven't been anywhere close to that trim a weight since 1995. :angryfire:
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Post by TrollFromDownBelow » Fri Mar 22, 2019 8:29 pm

evidently I'm in the minority (at this point) picked Chloe. She's your new 'road warrior' she's got the most miles and needs the least amount of work...oh...and she's got the layout you most desire (transporter)...oh...and she's the oldest and has more of that OG charm that you desire. But hey...like someone else said, let the car pick you.

EDIT: My vote is for the Lincoln or the Benz...both have got a backseat you can sleep in. :king:
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Post by BusBassist » Sat Mar 23, 2019 6:19 am

My Vote:

Bob D or NW (no offense to Chloe).
I selfishly want to see your well-sorted type 4 engine with all of its complete parts (since I’m still trying to restore some missing elements in my engine bay).

But regardless, will be very glad for you visit.

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Post by andrewtf » Sat Mar 23, 2019 8:46 am

Take the one you like driving the most;
I'd say the opposite.....
Take the one you like driving the least. Because by the end, you will have made it into the one you like the most (until the next lap starts).

My vote is for the Bob D. I'd like to make his acquaintance.

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Post by Amskeptic » Sat Mar 23, 2019 1:36 pm

Well, thank-you all for your input.
If these cars like to get out on the road, then the BobD is most due.

If avoiding damage is paramount, then Chloe has the strongest paint on the front end.

If screened windows count for anything, NaranjaWesty is the one.

Now that I have two sets of Len Hoffman heads, it does not matter which of the Type 4 engines is chosen to do the country. Whichever one will have yuck AMC heads.

Stay tuned. I am so trapped at the drawing board on this beautiful day, I would rather be yanking an engine out.
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BobD - 78 Bus . . . 112,730 miles
Chloe - 70 bus . . . 217,593 miles
Naranja - 77 Westy . . . 142,970 miles
Pluck - 1973 Squareback . . . . . . 55,600 miles
Alexus - 91 Lexus LS400 . . . 96,675 miles

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Post by BusBassist » Sat Mar 23, 2019 8:25 pm

Well, if this were me and given that Chloe, BobD, and NaranjaWesty are all road-worthy, reliable companions, and ONE had the options of screened windows - and factoring summer nights and bugs and the option of a breeze whilst I slept, I would chose NaranjaWesty OR outfit the BobD or Chloe with screens.

BUT, Colin this is your call. And while each of us inhabits our respective dwellings awaiting your visit (which most likely feature screened windows or possibly even AC), I would opt for the option of a breeze.

Jeff
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