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• Re: Subaru engine gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 9 Jul 2017 11:01:29 -0700
  ...Vehicles over 25 years old do not require emissions testing in WA, and licensing doesn't ask about engine conversions, so licensing is not...
• Re: Winnebago or Westfalia?
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 19:26:23 EDT
  ...Magic1910@aol.com (Greg Morrison) > > Within the past two weeks I have seen both a Eurovan Winnebago conversion > and > a Eurovan Westfalia conversion. FWIW...
• Re: Engine woes - what to do?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Tue, 24 Dec 2013 18:59:04 -0800
  One of the poster's requirements was for a not-big-bucks conversion. I'd think that more or less rules out the bostig...
• Re: Strange vanagon engine pondering, audi 5cyl
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 27 Feb 2009 22:18:58 -0500
  ...Personally, if I > were to undergo a gasser conversion, it'd be either the 2.3L turbo fiver or > a 1.8L turbo four...
• tiico engine conversion
  Historical mailing list - Damian Shaw
  Tue, 12 Dec 2000 10:02:39 -0700
  ...Here's my thoughts - I would love to hear more; especially if you've done this (or another) engine conversion: Pros: - Cost is actually...
• Steel coolant pipe removal?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 13 May 2017 17:49:00 -0700
  ...Never had an overheating issue, but with my Subaru conversion investment I�m going to junk these pipes. What�s easiest to install, the...
• Re: I want a bigger diesel turbo in it ...
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 26 Jan 2017 09:05:17 -0800
  Small Car should be able to provide the conversion parts: https://smallcar.com/conversions/vanagon-ee20-boxer-turbo-diesel.html Stuart -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: 4wd van -not Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Wed, 4 Nov 1998 08:51:30 -0600
  ...It's a 4wd full size > conversion of a Ford, Chevy, or GMC van. It's called Quigley Motor Co.'s > Quadraversion and there...
• New Fast Forward I4 Engine Coversion Kit pricing!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 28 May 2000 12:05:00 -0700
  ...The direct link to the Vanagon Engine Conversion stuff is http://www.fastforward.ca/vanagonswap and the direct link to the pictures is http...
• Re: Audi 5cyl turbo
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carrington
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 14:24:01 -0400
  Hi Bake, Check my website about conversion info. You will find the starter and transmission issues the easiest to solve. I'm just off...
• Re: Straight-up VS. Tilt-up - the best Westy Top
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 2 Feb 2004 15:18:49 -0600
  Go for the straight up (tilt up, in line) hopefully you'll be dealing with a Westfalia Conversion. I've never had any other...
• Details on my PD 115 installation
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 14 May 2006 10:59:03 -0700
  ...4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 Internet http://www.fastforward.ca Email sales@fastforward.ca - Engine Conversions and Accessories for classic...
• Need a junkyard in Durham North Carolina that may have a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Fri, 16 Jun 2006 09:10:25 -0700
  ...He says he is new to vanagons, and has a 82 air cooled with a TDI diesel conversion.Says he used a Mercedies radiator...
• Re: Unusual Vanagons sighted in Portland OR
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 18 Aug 2007 13:57:40 -0700
  ...It had PA plates and was some kind of Westy-like conversion. > Never seen anything like it. You can see a bad photo of...
• Re: 2nd try - Bostig 2nd Gen Zetec Kit
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Wed, 28 May 2008 06:42:12 -0400
  ...The price and availability of the Zetec is one of the reasons I chose the Bostig conversion. I looked this morning and there are...
• Re: Engine swap conversion details are now online!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 25 May 1999 21:12:00 -0700
  ...was the 25 mpg (Imperial or US) mileage figure for a conversion >determined? Is this for an 1.8 or 2.0 litre engine...
• Re: What Parts are need for Inline 4 conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Tue, 5 Nov 2002 09:37:41 -0500
  ...I would never put this on a gas 4-cylinder engine conversion. Just FYI. Thanks, Ken Wilford John 3:16 http://www.vanagain.com...
• Re: engine conversion
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 4 Mar 2003 18:59:22 -0800
  ...engine conversion All inline 4 cyl. Vw engines will fit, if you use the Diesel parts, just like the tiico does. Eric 86-VW4x4...
• Re: Just called VW- Camper discontinued in U.S., Canada
  Historical mailing list - Antaki
  Wed, 3 Sep 2003 17:12:37 -0700
  ...Sportsmobile is beginning to do a camper conversion with it. Yeah, I love my Vanagons, and hope they will last until used Sprinter conversions...
• Re: 1.8t conversion option
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 14:29:07 +0000
  ...1.8t conversion option >Date: Sun, 26 Aug 2007 23:08:18 -0400 > >1.8t's are fairly plentiful, but only as "shelf" motors...
• Re: Bio Diesel Vanagon Photo Booth
  Historical mailing list - Matt Thyer
  Thu, 10 Feb 2011 09:33:56 -0800
  ...There are much more advanced conversions (my upgrade was relatively straight forward). Any of the electronically managed TDI conversions are going to take a...
• Re: engine conversion experiences (long)
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Thu, 25 Feb 1999 11:42:14 +0100
  ...The >conversions being done by Detlev Hanschke DO NOT reduce the ground >clearance as he is using his own superior design for the exhaust...
• Re: Automatic to 4 speed conversion
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 21 Jul 2003 10:38:13 -0400
  ...Automatic to 4 speed conversion I couldn't agree more. That is the only way to go. I did a somewhat similar conversion recently...
• Re: Strange vanagon engine pondering, audi 5cyl
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 28 Feb 2009 06:06:49 -0600
  ...My poor syncro has been sitting and waiting for an >engine conversion for ever. I always get close to doing it, but every >time...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Fri, 1 Jan 2010 13:22:03 -0500
  ...I am about sold on this Bostig Zetec conversion that a lot of you have mentioned. If anyone has one in the DC area...
• diesel conversion
  Historical mailing list - Skip Emmert
  Tue, 3 Aug 2004 16:13:35 -0400
  ...A used 1.6 TDI conversion will cost $5000. I'm ahead at least a grand. How long will it take me to buy...
• Re: Vanagons and Megasquirt EFI controllers
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 13:33:32 -0800
  ...On 11/13/2013 5:48 AM, Max Wellhouse wrote: > If I ever do a Subi conversion, I'll either use this system or...
• Re: The problem with TIICO problems
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Thu, 28 Mar 2002 10:30:10 EST
  ...Like many others, I am looking to the TiiCo conversion as the least troublesome way to rejuvenate my aging Vanagons. When I see the...
• Who as a van for sale?
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:51:53 -0500
  ...I have been fully booked till now and i still have a conversion to do but I need more work for the hard winter...
• Re: Vanagon engine swap?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Jul 1994 15:12:57 GMT
  ...Does >anyone know a source of conversions, kits, or information? If you have a VANAGON diesel then you might want to give a friend...
• New EV/Winnies Seen In Transit
  Historical mailing list - Nato Dean
  Mon, 08 Apr 1996 21:02:33 -0500
  ...I was surprised when a flat-bed semi truck pulled out two blocks ahead of me, loaded with three brand new Eurovan/Winnebago conversions...
• Eurospec Conversion Critisim
  Historical mailing list - ErikO
  Wed, 23 Sep 1998 11:07:12 -0400
  I have a concern about the eurospec conversion that I thought I would throw out there. Does anyone know what kind of oil pan...
• Re: what the vw waterboxer offers?? wasRe: 85 Westfalia beeping
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Wed, 30 May 2001 23:21:54 EDT
  ...Have you driven an inline-4 VW 2.0, VW 1.8, Audi 1.8, VW 1.9TD or 911-2.7 powered conversions...
• Vanagon stuff at junkyard
  Historical mailing list - Steve Suprata
  Tue, 12 Jun 2001 05:08:21 -0700
  ...a blue 85? Mark III conversion vanagon: interior looked like the large American conversions-big upholstered front seats, upholstered fold down back seat engine...
• Re: Engine Conversion Transmissions
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 15 Jan 2003 10:20:38 -0800
  ...Engine Conversion Transmissions In a message dated 1/14/03 2:45:25 PM Pacific Standard Time, jeff@TSSGI.COM writes: << Perhaps you missed...
• Overlands Diesel Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Robert Berkemer
  Mon, 27 Jan 2003 19:24:25 -0600
  Just took a look at the diesel conversion for the vanagon from Overland Parts. Everything looks/sounds great however they indicate that the rear...
• Re: Chill Guys!!!!! Geeeeeze!!!Re: VW V-8 engine - Moved to Frida y Topic
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:25:30 -0500
  I considered using the Mercruiser aluminum block 470 (4cyl, 170HP) engine in my conversion. This is a funny engine...3.7 litre inline4, and...
• Re: VW ads
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 4 Mar 2007 18:39:47 -0800
  ...Two of > > the companies I recognized, Bostig.com selling the Ford conversions > > and Vanaru.com selling the Subaru conversions. > > > > I don't usually even...
• Re: Subaru list for gloating?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 10 Feb 2008 17:23:55 -0600
  ...S. <mrpolak@yahoo.com> wrote: > Is there a Subaru conversion list where the subaru conversion owners can > do their gloating? Their posts are getting...
• Battery light on in park or neutral
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 8 Mar 2022 14:35:59 -0600
  Just finished the Subaru conversion. Now the battery light comes on when shift lever is put in park or neutral. It's off in...
• Re: Heater Hose lengths
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 17 Apr 2017 11:29:22 -0400
  ...http://www.vanagononline.com/articles/vw-napa-part-number-coolant-hose-conversion-chart/ It says 30 feet. -- Thanks, Ken Wilford John 3:16 www...
• Re: Gowesty starter problems
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Mon, 5 Sep 2016 15:04:23 -0400
  ...I used a RMW high torque adapter plate to replace the original starter on my Subaru conversion (KEP adapter plate) and it works great.
• Re: Friday nvc: Sprinters
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 26 Aug 2016 08:01:03 -0700
  ...on the other hand I've met some Dodge conversion van and they didn't say anything negative about their van... I would wait...
• regearing a manual trans
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 3 Sep 2015 11:35:05 -0700
  hi all, I understand the concept of regearing the trans with a stronger engine, more HP (conversions etc..) but what about regearing the trans...
• Electric vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sat, 10 Dec 2011 09:58:39 -0800
  ...http://www.electricautosports.com/EV-conversions
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit (OH NO, NOT AGAIN!)
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 19:56:07 -0400
  ...nauseum? Many people don't have the same needs since there are so many different conversions and levels of repair/disrepair out there. Karl
• Re: Westy conversion
  Historical mailing list - Chet Douglas
  Wed, 16 Apr 1997 23:34:09 -0700
  Not sure what you mean by the other openings. Mine looks like any other Westfallia (87) on the road....at least in terms of...
• Re: Buses FS (CT,MA,NY Areas)
  Historical mailing list - Chris Turner
  Thu, 11 Sep 1997 23:08:29 -0400
  << 64 21 WINDOW SUNROOF DELUXE, very good body, good windows, 12V conversion, needs some work, $750 or best offer. (860) 739-3876 . Niantic >> good...
• Re: A/C info and questions.
  Historical mailing list - richard
  Mon, 25 May 1998 18:43:54 -0500
  ...but above idle i can't tell the difference except for the price I have saved in the conversion best regards to all richard
• Re: South African conversion--Emissions questions...
  Historical mailing list - Michael S. Nichols
  Wed, 15 Sep 1999 19:41:32 -0400
  The job looks great, wonderful performance cited and duly noted, but wait---what about Emissions compliance in US? Any hassles getting it approved in...
• V-6 vanagon & Photos
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Fri, 26 Nov 1999 13:17:04 -0800
  Check out this conversion./...ande what is that, an Audi instrument cluster? http://www.fortunecity.de/hockenheim/avus/141/bus/treffen/hockenheim99/t3_2...
• Worst cars??
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Thu, 30 Dec 1999 13:35:15 -0500
  ...About/Worst-Cars/worst.html TomC tcarrington@relitech.com http://volksweb.relitech.com 85 Vanagon Crew Cab 82 Westy diesel=>gas conversion 65 Notchback
• Front brake calipers
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
  Thu, 20 Jan 2000 14:31:58 -0800
  ...vans? I am trying to figure out if I can use the same caliper's that eurospec uses in their big brake conversion... dave
• Re: Supercharger (was: 5 cyl. Audi in Vanagon - was Engine Conversions)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 00:14:05 +1300
  >Andrew, I admit defeat. Mr. Webster's large book supports your deffinition. >Guess I used the commonly understood definition here in the States. >Mark...
• Re: Camper Conversion Kits...
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 12:49:53 -0400
  I'll try again: Your best bet is: http://www.eurocampers.com/page14f.html (Books on the subject) But try: http://www.zproducts.com...
• Whats a Tiico Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
  Thu, 31 Oct 2002 14:07:33 -0500
  Sorry for the dumb question, but I've seen people talking about this and not sure what it means............ Peace, Marla '87 Westy Van...
• Engine Conversiions
  Historical mailing list - J Gieseking
  Sat, 4 Jan 2003 00:35:46 EST
  ...I have a 1993 Nissan Maxima V6 in my 1984 Westfalia, and I love it! Trouble free after 3k on the conversion.... FWIW.... James
• Re: engine conversion
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Wed, 5 Mar 2003 11:18:23 EST
  David and Allistair: Please continue your discussion, it is great fun. However, you should switch to different symbol sets (####, ?????) in subsequent postings, so we...
• upper bunk sleeping for non-westies
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Thu, 26 Aug 2004 13:21:05 -0400
  ...certainly an option over the pop-top conversion just doesn't grant you standing headroom though. http://www.loftyshelters.com
• Re: AC trip report
  Historical mailing list - Sharon Mendonca
  Fri, 21 Jul 2006 07:37:18 -0700
  Now that you've experienced your 134A conversion, what's your opinion of how it cools compared to the old R12? We seem to...