possible mk1 for sale (was maryland mechanic needed)

[nathanlowe at charter.net (Nathan Lowe)]

I know it's not a lot of work to get done and I really would like to try and
do it myself, I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty. You did hit the nail on
the head, though, when you said it was lack of support. I think I really
need someone to hold my hand while I do the work (read "stand around
drinking beer while I get dirty") because I really don't know what I'm
doing, even after reading the bently. I'll even supply the beer. I've gotten
a decent offer to sell the car and an offer for help. If I can get someone
to walk me through the process I think I'll take that route, but if not it's
a close call between selling and paying someone to do the work (of course,
I'd make it worth someone's while to help me through the job). Anyway, I'll
see if the offer I got for help still stands, and if any other listers want
to watch a newbie struggle with an easy job and yell out helpful or even
mocking comments while I struggle let me know ;).
Thanks for all the great help,
Nathan

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "T Berk" <tberk@sbcglobal.net>
To: "Nathan Lowe" <nathanlowe@charter.net>
Cc: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Friday, June 11, 2004 7:32 PM
Subject: Re: possible mk1 for sale (was maryland mechanic needed)


> Nathan Lowe wrote:
>
> > here's what the mechanic said is needed to register:
> >     new front rotors
>
> ATE Atomic grooves. Held in place by rim & single Phillips screw.
>
> >     new rear tires
>
> Obvious.
>
> >     new front springs/
>
> H&R Cup Kit. Drop in (w/ new bushings).
>
> >     alignment
>
> Goes along w/ new tires.
>
> >     back-up light (probably just the switch)
>
> Held to transaxle by two Phillips screws.
>
> >     r/f parking light
> >     new horn (none in car, wiring seems to be there)
>
> Rabbit, Scirocco, horns interchangeable.
> Hella two or three trumpet air horn, w/ compressor.
>
> >     turn signal cancel switch not working
>
> This'll need pulling the steering wheel,
> Not hard once the big center nut is off.
>
> >     odometer not working
>
> Cracked Odo gear. Can be dissembled and crazy glued or replaced with
> one from another car.
>
> >     l/side tie rod
> >     steering rack boots
> >     l/side CV boot
>
> Kirsten can handle this one.
> (Have you seen her fingers?)  :])
>
> >     new downpipe
>
> I can send you one if no one closer has one ready.
>
> >     new windshield
>
> Well, they _are_ available, but don't tell them that.
>
> > also worth mentioning:
> >     CA car (yes, I drove it to MD from CA)
> >     1.8l 8v
> >     cracked dash (of course)
> >     interior has seen better days
> >
>
> It's a laundry list to be sure, but I think you just need a little
> support.(You know; friends who stand around drinking beer while you
> get dirty.) And thats what we are here for.
>
> otoh, a more gearheaded person would be likely to thank you for
> selling him (or her) this car cheap- then you need to get another one.
>
> When I had my 1st Roc I knew nothing. When I look at your list of
> things needs doing I say- "So? Lets get to work!" But I also
> understand the reality of not being able to do it in a timely,
> economical manner.
>
> Q) Have you checked the Craig's List and VWVortex want ads?
>
>
> TBerk
>
>