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Results are source-attributed previews, not a complete combined count. Feed dates are publisher dates; first-observed dates are provenance. Each collection links to its owner. Gerry Files matches indexed names and paths, not document contents; Podcasts contributes video results only. An unavailable collection is shown as unavailable, not as an empty result.

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  • Re: upgrading 86-up headlights

    · Wed, 24 Jul 1996 00:47:58 · Mailing-list archive

    >> The low beams on my 87 Westfalia are really terrible Really? I had been thinking of replacing the headlights on my '85 with the...

  • Re: Square Headlights

    · Fri, 28 Feb 97 17:04:33 -0800 · Mailing-list archive

    ...Square Headlights 1985 was the transition year. My 1985 has round headlights but I have seen other 85's that have square. Vince. ______________________________ Reply...

  • Oh, joy, lights!

    Kim Brennan · Mon, 16 May 2005 21:58:54 -0400 · Mailing-list archive

    ...I'm in a wonderful position to review "stock" US DOT headlights (rectangular variety) against Eurospec (H4) rectangular headlights. My 86' Syncro (the Goldbrick...

  • Re: ecode h4 headlights

    John Bange · Thu, 12 May 2005 08:40:56 -0700 · Mailing-list archive

    > Eh? If you are referring to the H4 rectangular Vanagon headlights, the > city light should already be in there. I haven't yet wired...

  • Re: Headlight conversion

    · Mon, 25 Nov 1996 10:12:47 +0200 · Mailing-list archive

    I guess, the quad round headlights of that Vanagon are same as the quad round headlights of the Golf/Jetta 2, if this is...

  • Re: no headlights cept pulling back on turn signal stick - 87 westy

    Tim Demarest · Fri, 11 Aug 2006 13:06:43 -0400 · Mailing-list archive

    ...So you still get no headlights unless the ignition switch is on. The heavy wires for the headlights can go right from the battery...

  • Re: upgrading 86-up headlights

    · Wed, 24 Jul 1996 19:28:54 -0400 · Mailing-list archive

    ...I had been told that the '86-on >headlights are significantly brighter. Is that correct? > >Ron Salmon I think we need to stage a...

  • Re: Time to replace headlight

    Mike B · Sun, 2 Dec 2012 22:40:53 -0500 · Mailing-list archive

    ...Vanagon rectangular headlights are not the same as those domestic GM rectangular sealed beams, hence the reason for the big discussion..... Mike B. On...

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Shared Vanagon Dictionary

  • Headlights

    Lighting system at the front of a vehicle

  • Xenon Headlights

    Headlights that use xenon gas to produce a bright, white light

  • Daytime Running Lights

    Separate lights built into headlights or bumper that are switched on during daytime

  • Headlight washer pump

    Pump for the headlight washing system

  • Reflectors

    Glass or plastic items that reflect light when hit by headlights

  • Bi-Xenon

    Advanced xenon headlight system that generates high and low beam

  • Sealed beam bulb

    A type of bulb used in vehicle headlights

  • Low Light

    slang term for 1959 and earlier Karmann Ghias with low headlights

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