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• Re: spring/wire in pop top lift handle
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:36:17 -0800
  ...The Westfalia OEM cable (looks like galvanized metal?) has 19 strands. The cable I used is 7 x 19 stainless meant for pulleys and...
• Re: alloys on big sale, not sure if they fit
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Feb 2011 12:21:30 EST
  ...There's also this set (audi) even cheaper: _http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B5_A4-FWD-1.8T/Wheels/OEM_Alloys/ES2142877/_ (http://www...
• New fuel line disintegrates
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 1 Nov 2008 14:49:24 -0400
  ...So guess I'll be doing that job again -- who sells the *factory* fuel line? I bought "OEM" german fuel injector line but clearly...
• Cigarette lighter wiring
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 16 Nov 2021 13:35:01 -0800
  ...The OEM wiring put the cigarette lighter ON with the ignition OFF. thank you, dan
• Ceramic coated exhausts for aircooled Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - S.C. Harrison
  Mon, 17 Jun 2002 14:53:09 -0700
  Anyone know of a source for OEM-style ceramic coated exhausts for the aircooled Vanagon? Primarily interested in the muffler and tailpipe. Anyone had...
• OEM vanagon dash cupholder
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Mar 2003 23:44:56 EST
  check this out... :<) and just think, ken wilford had one of these sitting out in the dirt last time i was at his place...
• WTB used OEM faucet for 90 westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Todd Lund
  Wed, 21 May 2003 09:20:17 -0700
  I know there has been a couple of vans parted out latley, anyone got one they want to sell? __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? The New...
• Re: Painting Alloy wheels
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 11 Feb 2006 14:29:38 -0500
  ...Looks good, but like other paints, it will chip,where oem wheel paint is durable. How bout this paint?
• Re: Phosphate-free Anti-freeze in Canada
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 10 Jan 2007 10:39:09 -0500
  Zerex G-05 is phosphate free, and is the OEM formulation that Mercedes uses. Be sure you get the G-05 forumlation; Zerex also...
• Re: Seeking comments on Muffler Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Lockwood
  Sat, 17 Jun 2000 22:03:53 EDT
  ...I bought OEM muffler, cat, OXY sensor, gaskets and bolts. Yes, very expensive from the dealer. But it was a relatively easy job. My...
• Re: Engine Still Overheating - Need Advice / Chapter Three
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Sun, 27 Feb 2005 19:46:39 -0800
  ...I think Larry's engine has rebuilt OEM heads, the engine I have here with a combustion leak has the Spanish AMC heads. Larry...
• Re: FS: OEM all RUBBER vanagon/transporter/westy front floormat..(one piece m...
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sun, 10 Dec 2006 12:55:14 -0800
  ...11:54 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: FS: OEM all RUBBER vanagon/transporter/westy front floormat..(one piece m... Not a...
• Re: Brake Parts Reccommendation/Advice
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 15 Nov 2009 10:27:21 -0500
  I have read discussions in the past that recommended the OEM brake pads. As per the comments they allegedly improved braking performance over FLAP...
• Re: Spark Plug Wire Recs
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:51:47 -0500
  FYI-Local VW and hot rod supply has Bosch OEM for 69.00 at 3:30 today local. Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT...
• Re: Spark Plug Wire Recs
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:32:56 -0500
  I had a problem with Bosch (OEM) wires. I did not get very many miles out of the Bosch wires, less than 3K miles...
• Re: any interest in clear/smoked/all red vanagon taillights?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 22 Nov 2002 12:08:38 -0500
  ...there are several > aftermkt companies out there repro'ing OEM style taillights > of various vw's in different color schemes. I have been offered...
• Re: PIC. Under Cabinet Flooring: Westfalia OEM?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 18 Sep 2012 06:26:23 -0700
  ...Westfalia OEM? To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Tuesday, September 18, 2012, 5:13 AM � � � � YIKES, that's the first time I see NO...
• Wheels and Tires
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Sat, 9 Dec 2006 11:06:19 -0500
  I have an 84 Westie, currently running OEM tires/Rims 185R14 Load D. I was offered a "Free" Set of 16" RIMS that are...
• Re: Wheel alternatives...
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:56:08 -0700
  ...The author said the > > Audi rims were able to survive his journey but not the OEM VW > > alloy wheels. The VW OEM alloy wheels...
• RE : availability of OEM westy mudflaps?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Wed, 11 May 2005 15:00:45 +1000
  ...availabilty of OEM westy mudflaps? I replaced my propane tank mud guard after the VW dealer broke the og one putting the westy on...
• Re: CV Service and Repair Rates
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 8 May 2009 02:42:44 -0500
  ...69.00 to check and repack. > 99.00 for each axle replaced(not oem). 49.00 each axle to install new OEM > if I...
• heading out tomorrow ...
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 5 Dec 2007 11:57:58 -0800
  dear friends tomorrow afternoon i will be heading out in my OEM 89 diesel westie ... she is white with OEM stylized California decal package...
• source for OEM muffler
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 24 Sep 2015 12:55:13 -0700
  Anyone know where I can get an original VW muffler for 2.1 syncro? I have a GoWesty muffler and while I like how...
• for sale: vanagon westy floor track covers
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Oct 1999 01:01:40 EDT
  these are the OEM floor track covers from a vanagon westy that had the factory middle seat. they cover the tracks in the floor...
• Re: Mirror glass for fiberglass mirrors
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
  Wed, 3 May 2006 15:23:52 -0400
  ...first vanagon. Got a very good value from the vendor below..... OEM Replacement Mirrors (lens' only) for Vanagon $ 47.23 http://www.automirrors.net...
• OEM Cupholders
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Thu, 14 Nov 1996 10:20:18 -0500
  ...I saw the thread in the archives about OEM cupholders being seen at K-Mart or Wal-Mart. Well, around here, no luck. Wal...
• Re: Wheels (reprise)
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 16 Aug 1998 01:41:39 EDT
  ...Do you get the idea of the price range I'm in? OEM is not where I'm going.
• Re: Seeking comments on Muffler Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Howald
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 14:22:57 PDT
  ...MV? So far, it may be wise to go with the OEM and bite the financial bullet, but if I don't have to...
• Re: OEM vanagon dash cup holder
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Tue, 18 Mar 2003 21:00:19 -0800
  ...18, 2003 8:45 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: OEM vanagon dash cupholder check this out... :<) and just think, ken wilford had...
• GERMAN RUBBER VANAGON FLOORMATS NEW!!!! OEM quality!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 May 2003 12:35:08 EDT
  ...i just found this place that has OEM vanagon front rubber floormats...they are german made, and they are NEW. i just got a...
• Re: GoWesty Syncro Drive Shaft
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 30 Mar 2005 12:52:01 -0500
  ...I also found the one on my Westy to be heavier than the OEM replacement. However, you may find it difficult to get the...
• Re: availabilty of OEM westy mudflaps?
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Tue, 10 May 2005 13:38:30 -0600
  >> who out there has the best price on the OEM westy mudflaps? i know BD >> carries the drivers side one..but thats it.. i...
• Re: Stainless steel Vanagon exterior screw set soon to be avaliable here
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 26 Jul 2006 16:34:20 -0400
  ...The heads,though large,where much smaller than the OEM screws. I called them about it. They said that they used them fine. Well...
• Re: Canvas Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 27 Mar 2006 12:44:46 -0800
  And just as an added info piece, I am the one who provided the US manufacturer way back in 1993 with the OEM replacement...
• Re: front brakes
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 6 Jun 2012 00:19:01 -0600
  ...I have been a fan of EBC Reds & Greens for many years & they are not available for Vanagon OEM Calipers but I can&do...
• HEAD GASKET REPLACEMENT, ETC.
  Historical mailing list - foxmiller
  Mon, 1 Apr 2002 14:08:40 -0500
  ...I have heard that it is definitely better to use the OEM gasket set and especially the OEM sealant for this particular repair. I...
• Re: Options for Faucets
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Tue, 22 Aug 2017 15:25:28 -0500
  ...My OEM just fell apart so I’m following with interest. Jeff > On Aug 22, 2017, at 11:51 AM, Ryan Perry <rjdperry@GMAIL...
• Re: bosch blue
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 08:43:44 -0400
  ...The Blue coil will work but will deliver less spark energy than the proper oem coil. The oem coil has more than enough energy...
• LVC: OEM VW Keyless Entry
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 16 Aug 2006 13:20:05 -0700
  ...is to shoehorn the guts of an aftermarket remote into the OEM VW one, but the space is REALLY small. -- John Bange '90 Vanagon...
• Rear Washer Reservoir Cap Needed
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 14 Apr 2015 14:38:00 -0700
  ...Is there a generic cap (Coke bottles, etc) that wi9ll work or do I need to source an OEM cap for this? Thanks for...
• tire jack suggestions for 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - Bobby Brown
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 23:01:22 -0400
  ...The OEM jack was somewhat unstable in my opinion. But I did get the job done. What are folks using instead that fits in...
• Propane tank
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Sun, 6 Jun 1999 01:34:56 -0700
  What is the OEM equipment in terms of propane tank and valves for a Westfalia 1991. Mine has never been replaced as far I...
• Re: interesting tire find (cheap)
  Historical mailing list - Chibong Oh
  Wed, 23 Jun 1999 13:13:56 +0900
  WOOSUNG was OEM for Michelin, has reliable quality. They also has185(80)R14 or 195/75R14 or 205/70R14. Chibong 87 Caravelle 1.6...
• Tires: 185 vs 195
  Historical mailing list - Roy O.
  Thu, 17 Aug 2000 17:51:54 -0500
  ...put 195 R14 tires on my '87 Westy instead of the OEM size185 R14 tires? Roy O. '87 Westfalia GL (till death do us...
• WTB: Canvas for Poptop- in Grey
  Historical mailing list - First Name Last Name
  Tue, 17 Jul 2001 11:50:39 -0700
  Would like to purchase an OEM replacement canvas for a 90 Westy. Must be grey color with no tears in canvas or screen. Warren...
• wiper arms with the little wing to keep it down....or something l ike that....where can one buy this thing
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Thu, 25 Apr 2002 20:47:28 -0500
  Anyone know who made the wiper arms with the little "wing" that holds it down while moving......is it oem? Tony
• Re: Westy fridge combustion chamber gasket replacement
  Historical mailing list - Ryan London
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 07:08:58 -0400
  ...It looked exactly like material for the OEM gasket. -Ryan London '90 Syncro Westy Chicago
• Re: Mr Lube / Walmart oil changes OK? I have the 'Mahn' OEM Oil Filter....
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 25 Oct 2006 03:07:21 -0700
  --snip-- >I changed my all --snip-- That's much more Georgia than it is Virginia... Better hope buddy Sam doesn't spot that! : ) Cya...
• Re: oem style ground crimp on fitting
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:23:48 -0800
  Try here: http://www.vintageconnections.com/ On 1/11/08, Mike Riley <mkriley@fuse.net> wrote: > > anyone know where to get the original style...
• Re: Antenna replacement steps ? Help
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 13:45:05 -0500
  ...A "beetle" style antenna (cost about $7) or the real OEM style (cost around $45). The main difference is that the OEM style retracts...
• Re: OEM mudflap question
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Wed, 27 Jul 2016 07:09:09 -0700
  ...If a company decided to re make that part to an OE spec it would then be an OEM. OE - original equipment. OEM - original...
• Re: Replacing Canvas on Westy
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:33:33 -0400
  ...I have to say I'm a bit perplexed because we've had no other complaints whatsoever about the OEM canvas ripping prematurely, so...
• rear seat belt options?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Mon, 20 Jun 2011 21:27:58 -0400
  ...It seems the oem seatbelt for the passenger side (253857816D) is no longer available, and this is the one I wanted to install first...
• Re: source for oem Carat alloy wheel centercaps?
  Historical mailing list - dylan
  Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:10:26 -0800
  ...source for oem Carat alloy wheel centercaps? ROFL... I thought you'd be the guy. JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote: > anyone know where to get...
• Re: Westy OEM fire extinguisher
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 2 Jan 2008 00:34:02 -0500
  My Westy didn't have the OEM extingusher when I bought it. I bought a Halon extingusher and installed it in the stock location...
• Eureka! Better upper bunk sleeping!
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Wed, 4 May 2016 18:56:43 -0700
  ...Soooo, I realized if I buy two latex pieces the thickness of the two OEM pieces combined, with covers, kept the rear one snapped...
• Re: Head treatment for pitting--flattening technique
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Tue, 18 Jan 2005 21:09:39 -0500
  Stan and fellow vanagon types \ The OEM heads alloy sucked so bad that they would have pitted around the JB weld no kidding and...
• Re: FYI.. oil drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 31 Aug 2017 08:51:09 -0700
  ...The OEM plug has a smaller base and leaves room for a thick socket
• Re: '86 up vanagon owners....
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Lockwood
  Tue, 29 Aug 2000 20:53:43 EDT
  ...Use OEM oil filters only. Drive Safely, Dennis Lockwood 91 Carat Original Owner
• Looking for Vanagon Alloys for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Ethan Fischer
  Thu, 11 Jan 2001 20:03:05 EST
  Does any one have any used or new Vanagon alloys for sale? I would like to buy just original OEM alloys used that are...