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• Re: propane pressure in severe cold
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Tue, 7 Mar 2006 14:17:06 -0700
  > The heater worked fine until the gas in the tank > reached the outside temp. About 1 hr. Thought it was the battery, tested > it...
• Re: paint?
  Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:51:14 -0700
  ...I have a Wolfy that I use for construction work, remodeling. I went the Earl Scheib route. Had to do the bodywork, about 5...
• Re: More fun with mechanics
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Sat, 2 Apr 2011 22:47:26 -0700
  ...tempts me with the possibility that the muffer is banging the >> body like *(=== similie redacted because this is a family show===)* in a >> dirty...
• Re: The deal about the Tail Light Fairy
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 13 Mar 2011 12:50:55 -0700
  ...running lights was working .. >> all the rest, long, long ago corrodded or burnt out. >> >> And the car had recent work to the tune of...
• Re: Summary of Door rubber
  Historical mailing list - Mitch Hendrickson
  Tue, 05 Apr 94 15:30:45 PDT
  ...Seems to have worked OK for me. cc> concrete surface to work on. Also a helper when it comes to cc> installing it to...
• Re: Vanagon and VW Rabbit
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Wed, 9 Jan 2019 16:42:12 -0500
  ...Not many people still remember how to work on these systems. Thankfully the Vanagons used the Digijet and Digifant systems which are electronic. These...
• Re: Rust Bubbles
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Tue, 11 May 2010 21:51:38 -0700
  ...a servant who becomes king ... ---------------------------------------------------------- Explore printed work at: http://www.prliving.ca/ View the growing list of video work at: http://revver.com...
• Fw: Best Roof Vent gasket replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 16 Nov 2001 22:34:42 -0600
  ...i got the stuff at a body shop supplier ... a store that sells paint and bondo and such to the fender fixers in town...
• Re: Vanagon Seats and Sciatica
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 11 Aug 2004 11:54:18 -0700
  ...Man leaves everyting behind to travel the world working his ass off. : ) Cya, Robert ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jeffrey Earl" <jefferrata@YAHOO.COM> To: <vanagon...
• Re: Back to writing about my Vanagon restoration
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 25 Jun 2016 20:35:22 -0700
  ...When the hard work is done then comes Wurth > seam sealer or a panel glue, Nascom etch primer or Wurth self etch > primer, rock...
• Re: Tool Suggestion? Re: Rear Trailing Arm Replacement Fun!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 14:26:07 -0600
  ...It will have to be cut, and I was wondering what tools would or would not work. Jim On Tue, Jan 20, 2015 at...
• Re: Starter problems
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 1 Jul 2014 12:43:00 -0400
  ...A good ground would mean very little voltage difference between the battery terminal and the body of the starter while cranking. Larry A. On...
• '82 Westy project on CL in NoVa
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:13:54 -0800
  ...I bought it at a charity auction not running but the owner in the notes said it ran.The body has some mild surface...
• Re: Accessories for Wind trim seal etc.....84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:28:24 -0700
  ...Will the body shop be able to remove windows and get new seal and beading? If possible I would like to replace those pieces...
• Re: anti-sway bar
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 Apr 1999 19:47:40 EDT
  ...It is mounted to the frame. <<#4 exactly how it works>> That's a good question. I think it stiffens the frame of the...
• Correction on FS: 1980 Vanagon camper(not running)
  Historical mailing list - Troy Crivellone
  Fri, 18 Aug 2000 19:47:51 -0700
  ...i will reinstall if needed. > > repairs: > Clutch > gearbox > transmission will need repair > body has a few small dents in back far drivers side > back...
• Re: Improvement or desecration?
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Fri, 5 Apr 2002 11:31:52 -0800
  ...Body has rusty seams. Rolling chassis (has NO engine) perfect for a conversion project-Tiico? Subaru? 60' Morris Mini1340CC(not for sale) "When work...
• Should I "bother" replacing the waterpump?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Braden
  Sat, 1 May 2004 21:24:01 -0500
  Hello all, Im slowly working on replacing my head gaskets (83 1.9L vanagon) and while I have the engine half disassembled, I've...
• Re: Source for Westfalia left-hand mudguard?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 4 Jan 2007 16:09:24 -0800
  The GoWesty are the hard plastic South African variety, just a bit different, but they might work (YMMV). Like Todd, I'm in search...
• Re: Beside myself!
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:16:39 -0800
  ...If this doesn't work, the driver side door handle can be removed very easily. The slider door is also easy, but you run...
• Re: Making of a Vanagon - Now New T3: Remaking of the Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:56:33 -0700
  ...Porsche could redesign the suspension to suit; it's not as if it would need much work to do. A true sport-commercial (I...
• Re: Mechanic in Maine?
  Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
  Wed, 11 Sep 2002 11:28:44 -0400
  ...body shop - one capable of demonstrating the kind of care > required to do a restoration project rather than just fix dents for > insurance work...
• Re: Engine Removal. Van Height Double Check Please
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 23 Sep 2017 12:37:17 -0700
  ...I wish I had one of those Crazy > Carpet sleds. > > I've never worked on gravel before so I'm being overly pre cautious...
• Re: ?Polisher/Buffer or Sander/Polisher?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 20:08:01 -0600
  ...a body shop and I recall that it required a > >delicate balance between applying enough pressure to get the compound to work > >effectively and...
• Re: Electrical weirdness
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 2 May 2015 09:01:40 -0400
  ...wasn't working. I had them change the oil and filter, because it hadn't been done since all that dirty bodywork was done...
• Re: Air cond.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 06 Jan 95 08:51:50 CST
  ...Great body but needs eng work. >I plan on restoring it this summer. Anyways, It has air conditioning but >the compressor is missing. I...
• Re: E-Tec 521 Waxol Rust Preventive;
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:45:59 -0800
  John, My experience with these products is that they all work well. Finding out how they will work with other products is the question...
• 86 Westy "Weekender"?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Kaderabek
  Wed, 16 Feb 2000 17:02:03 -0500
  ...body damage? none rust? no transmission rebuilt? Yes, about 1 1/2 yrs ago recent brake work? about 2 yrs ago side door slides...
• Re: Hi and newby question
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:59:23 -0700
  ...alloy wheels, 2.1 engine with fresh head gaskets and valve work ... just a fine working westy ...........sold it for $ 5,700 .......and that...
• Re: Symptoms of a bad starter?
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:07:33 -0500
  ...may not work for you, was to run parallel cables at the following locations. Battery <----------------------------> starter ~ 11 feet Front Transmission <---------> Body ~ 8 inches (make...
• 87 westy
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 1 Oct 1996 08:37:16 -0400
  ...body sway or a bump that lifts the sliding door a bit might contribute to the problem but????? The a/c hasnt worked in...
• Re: 86 Syncro - What Should I Do?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:08:13 -0400
  ...Sun, 17 Sep 2006 23:42:57 -0500 > > > >I have an 86 Syncro (200K on the body) that must make room for my latest...
• Re: T3 syncro production
  Historical mailing list - Simon Glen
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 10:25:10 +1000
  ...There are so many basic structural differences between the Syncro and two-whee-drive basic body shells that it could be a nightmare. You...
• Re: leaky windshield
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 5 Jun 2020 11:16:22 -0700
  it's working fine for me.... I don't understand what's *"screen readers"*... it's a link to a page that shows a...
• Re: Fluid Filming the underbody of van
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 13 Oct 2012 11:34:13 -0700
  ...to panel will only create more prep time come time for body work. (rust will happen eventually) A test piece of RB has been...
• Re: Part needed: Sliding door roller bearing
  Historical mailing list - Ian Allan
  Sun, 17 Oct 2010 09:21:23 -0400
  ...the bearing runs on the body track and the fender washers keep it from falling off the track. After a year everything looks great...
• Re: Woodward (Detroit) Dream Cruise?
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sat, 21 Aug 2010 15:52:17 -0700
  ...I gotta get some restorative body work done, soon. Also, we�did the mandatory good deed, - pulled out my battery, to take over and...
• Re: so, I replaced the rear seat lap belts
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:51:52 -0500
  ...The attachment points to the body > in the middle of the belts worked fine, but those had spacers. I saw no > spacers for these...
• Re: Friday engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:34:19 -0700
  ...Check BenT's buddy, Tim the tomato man, he did it so completely that the body work of the vanagon looked just like a...
• Re: WESTFALIA ADVICE NEEDED!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Feb 1995 22:20:13 -0400
  ...Pick an area (Ohio? Arizona?) and ask for help! The comments about the larger '80s vanagon being roomier are well taken, body integrity in...
• Re: broken spark plug removal?
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Tue, 21 Jul 1998 00:40:31 -0400
  ...I think the easy-out type works better. You can get pretty big easy-outs. Dave At 10:06 PM 7/20/98 -0400...
• Re: Kid's hammock
  Historical mailing list - Richard A. Jones
  Wed, 14 Jul 1999 11:06:16 -0600
  ...haven't looked at the body pillars of breadloafs and bricks to see if the same setup would work, but I'd bet it...
• Screeching noise (distributor)...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 15:52:10 -0800
  ...Thanks in advance! ...Dan [text/x-vcard] begin:vcard n:Schmitz;Dan tel;work:225-6119 x-mozilla-html:FALSE org:Genentech, Inc.;Automation...
• Re: Front Overhead AC Modified for a Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 19:27:57 -0700
  ...The transfer tube between the >>condenser body >>and the front air ducts had to be shortened. I also ha replaced the headliner >>with veneer...
• Re: Bull Bars
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Thu, 8 Mar 2007 14:29:45 -0500
  ...I'd rather not replace my engine, transmission and rear body for the insurance total. *steps off soap box Dan From: Anthony Egeln <regnsuzanne...
• Re: Toyota Previa "Westfalia" ??
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:38:35 -0800
  How about a westy based on a Sienna body? it is an idea already exists. It is called Westoy. David --- On Fri, 12/26...
• FS: 87 Westy in PA. $6900
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 13 Oct 2006 16:30:06 -0400
  ...work), central locking system (doesn't work), factory cruise control (doesn't work). AM/FM/CD Changer with subwoofer. Roof rack. Bra. Body in...
• <Syncro> binding when hot/VC
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 12:27:43 -0300
  ...Keeps brakes/cables working, keeps CV boots, U-joints, suspension and shifter linkage clean. The body can stay covered in mud for all I...
• Re: Alternative Part & Design to Bosal Diesel Exhaust Hanger? (15* I4 Jetta engine)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 11 Feb 2011 09:57:23 -0800
  ...is hung from the body with rubber hangers. there's one tdi sycnro vanagon I've had to work on a few times .. I...
• Re: Idle hunts except when in gear
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:26:31 -0700
  ...I just fixed the later sytle 1.9 throttle body and switch for that. Had to remove it from the engine to do that...
• Bucking, runs rough, and more
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Mon, 8 Dec 2008 17:48:05 -0500
  ...work. Thanks! -Mark ------------------------------------------------------------ + To unsubscribe from the Vanagon List send an e-mail to + listserv@gerry.vanagon.com with SIGNOFF VANAGON + in the body...
• Re: Facebook, does it really work?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 25 Mar 2020 07:48:34 -0400
  ...in these > parts. > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> > > >>> You can’t use it to create a body of useful information. It’s more > like a conversation involving everyone on...
• Re: Back Again! 81 Westy For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Tue, 4 May 1999 21:01:05 -0700
  ...The white body is > very nice (no rust), but could use a good cleaning. All > mechanicals are supposed to be in good working order...
• Re: The AC and PS Guy again
  Historical mailing list - Tom and Mary Beth Wayne
  Wed, 8 Mar 2000 19:07:46 -0500
  ...AC - several comments suggested that even if you have it it doesn't work that well, i.e. its hard to cool a BIG...
• Re: Attaching lower grille
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 03:29:33 -0500
  ...I don't know how this would work, since there is >nothing to screw them into, and I couldn't get my arm up...
• Trannys? / Now I have THREE
  Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
  Sun, 4 Feb 2001 14:46:53 -0700
  ...Good body, white paint, gas heater, roof >> rack, CD stereo, new tires. $500. > >you dumbass!! :) > >joel >87 camper >88 7-passenger >91 carat >:) > >> The...
• Re: Was: Middle Seat Shoulder Belts
  Historical mailing list - R. Hotchkiss
  Thu, 19 Jul 2001 15:00:19 -0400
  ...do it. > > Details of how they work etc. The replacement belt return bolts on to > the body behind the panel that covers the washer...
• Parts FS - lots left
  Historical mailing list - Matt Faust
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 18:24:11 -0700
  ...These are awsome lights! $100 / set � AFM, good condition (86-91) $50 � 2.1 L throttle body $15 � coolant exp tank used (86-91...
• Re: 82' Diesel 1.6 NA Injector leakage
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 5 Jun 2012 00:25:19 -0400
  ...I'd love to find a coach in the Baltimore -Central Maryland area to work beside. Frank On Sun, Jun 3, 2012 at 4...
• Re: lost key...Re: Beside myself!
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:11:44 -0800
  ...Cutting a key by code isn't brain surgery--- even *I* can do it, and I don't do any automotive lock work. PS...