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Andy,

Thanks for your kind comments.  At least a couple of people have looked
at the web pages judging from my access log on the server (OpenBSD 3.6,
free, stable, secure, and available on CD from Calgary, AB).

The issue of a heater valve replacement is, in fact, significant.  A
leaking valve _must_ be replaced, especially when it is located in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle.  You could plug off the heater
hoses, and have no heat at all, or install a tube instead of a valve,
and have full heat all the times.  Neither "solution" is acceptable.
One really needs a proper valve that fits, and does _not_ leak!

I made the notes and photos (now that i have a small digital camera) for
my own use.  It helps to record what i did, so that i remember for the
next time.  The HTML file is easy to write, and makes a good "notebook".
 Plus, if someone else can benefit from my experience, so much the better.

When i refurbished the front struts, and the in-tank fuel pump i did not
yet have the digital camera.  It would have been nice to have photos of
those repairs as well.  I am not finished yet.  Perhaps by spring time
the car will be ready so that i can get the plates plus insurance for
it.  This wagon is for my wife.  By the way, i noticed that you have a
shaw.ca user ID.  You can reach me off-line at
c..o..n..t..r..e..x..AT..s..h..a..w...c..a.  I am in BC, close to Victoria.

/ John