possible mk1 for sale (was maryland mechanic needed)

[nathanlowe at charter.net (Nathan Lowe)]

Also, what are atmoic grooves and what is Craig's List? I've checked
vwvortex and asked about some cars there.
----- 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
>
>