I just got back.

We got it out of park ONCE. Did this by jacking on the drive shaft with a
pipe wrench and wiggling on the shift lever at the same time.

Moved the van to level ground and locked it up again. Its a Ford Econoline.
I just told the kid about the electric possible problem He'll check it out.

We got the seven cyclinder deisel there and a load of stuff, got the water
running (off all winter) Got the AC running, stove is broke, but he knew
that. The place hasn't been mowed this year, he's got a new lawn mower to
test tonight. First night in the new place. He needs the van big time to
complete the move.

karl