[H.G.P.]

To the best of my knowledge, the closest "vintage" type specialist shop to me, doesn't really specialize only on air-cooled engines. I once asked the manager if I could supply my own clutch (Sachs), he responded they warrant only their own parts. OK with me. The reason I asked, was ignorance about the shift coupler adjustment at the time (thought it was the clutch).

At a later date, I inquired about installation of a cv-boot, the receptionist returned my call with an ambiguous statement mainly about labor charge. So instead I drove 120 miles both ways for cv-boot/joint parts from a Porsche dealer, drove back and took them to the local Monro dealer, they installed the part I brought, AND, I tipped them above the installation cost.

The nearest air-cooled Porsche, VW shop that I know of is about 40 miles away, the nearest dealer 60 miles. (thus a total 120 mile drive both ways). This has been good though, as I am learning to DIY on projects, and am grateful to this board for advice and parts.