Day 75 - WV, De Valle Motors SA

Wally had noticed that the rear wheel bearings had excessive play and suggested replacing them. So, this morning we drove to De Valle Motors SA, a VW Dealership. Once the camper was on the lift, the mechanic, Carlos (he spoke broken German), confirmed Wally’s diagnosis and said it would be ready by 5 PM. We all stayed there, watching the camper out of fear something could get stolen. SurIndeede was a bit paranoid, but all our belongings, including the movie camera and photographic equipment, were in the vehicle.

In the afternoon, Carlos appeared embarrassed and announced that the parts were not in stock. But not to worry! He did order them from another dealer, and they should arrive tomorrow. Typical Mexico, we guessed. We had no choice but to leave the car there, as the old bearings had already been stripped.

We grabbed our sleeping bags and needed things for the night, locked the car, and took a Taxi back to the Swiss Club. Herr Obermüller was nice enough to let us sleep upstairs by the toilets and showers in the dressing room.Read more