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  • Re: roof top storage container for westy and etc
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 6 May 2018 17:00:53 -0400
    ...And I mount the ski box as far back on the roof as possible, back so far as to just clear open rear hatch...
  • For Sale - 1985 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Thu, 5 Dec 2002 13:44:48 -0700
    ...rear area 1 Hella Dome light (over slider door) 1 Halagon flip up light (wardrobe closet area) 1 Halagon strip light (rear hatch area...
  • Re: 85 westi FS for a 78 westi
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 29 Feb 2004 21:14:05 -0500
    ...sliding door rear hatch and front doors spare steering column and piles of misc. goodies, front windshield and wiper motors and arms. spare power...
  • '87 Westy FS in NE Ohio
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Sun, 12 Aug 2001 23:57:11 -0400
    ...The exterior was scratched and touched up to the point that some areas looked like a roadmap! A large dent in the rear hatch...
  • Re: Finally, I spotted a Westy in my own driveway.
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Sat, 19 Aug 2006 04:21:53 -0700
    ...and the hatch > > struts require broomstick assistance, but there > are > > some thoughtful mods like the closet door mod to > clear > > the rear table, and...
  • some westy mods/accesories
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 4 Sep 2001 21:18:05 -0700
    ...netting (no-butterfly netting) that used for the rear hatch. Now have to make a screen for the sliding door. -Second or third the...
  • vw parts and cars/vans/buses for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 10 May 1999 15:33:06 EDT
    ...accy fill outlets/sofabed/rear cushion/cabinets/side windows w/ screens/both tables/etc..etc... -complete poptop roof section , fiberglass poptop, and canvas from...
  • Re: [WetWesties] My New Ride
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 1 Apr 2009 10:23:56 -0700
    ...A 1991 Syncro Westy (could tell it was a '91 by the > inside latch on the rear hatch), about an 80 watt solar panel...
  • Re: Trailer hitch, other Parts For Sale...
    Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
    Sun, 13 Aug 2000 12:01:37 -1000
    ...transmission; bad ring and pinion. > > Westy Items (brown/tan interior)-- > > Front windshield/windows privacy curtain > Rear hatch snap-in insect screen > Weekender closet, side...
  • Re: True Grit---
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 26 May 2002 23:59:05 -0500
    ...pads, rear drums, shoes, all new 50 > watt > bulbs for the tail lights, winsheild,wiper blades , arms, radio, > speaker's,rear hatch struts, antenna...
  • Re: New owner with a question or three.
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Wed, 9 Jul 2003 12:18:38 -0400
    ...All the > cabinetry is solid, the hatch is tight, but I get major rattles over tar > strips. It could be the rear seat/bed...
  • Re: Stock or able to return to stock vs. custom?
    Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
    Thu, 9 Nov 2006 11:17:04 -0800
    ...Eurovan type sink faucet, easily replaced > - rear hatch, skylight, sliding door, and front window (driver and > passenger) screens - Need to remove velcro > - full width...
  • Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 09:58:57 -0400
    ...The three rear compartments in the closet organize items really well. I can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, hatch opener lock...
  • Re: Z-bed installation instructions
    Historical mailing list - John Brush
    Mon, 9 Sep 2002 14:24:07 +0100
    ...In fact, it is a perfect fit between the rear hatch, and the back of the middle seat. It hangs over the seat bottom...
  • Re: True Grit---
    Historical mailing list - Terry K.
    Mon, 27 May 2002 00:11:40 -0500
    ...pads, rear drums, shoes, all new 50 watt bulbs for the tail lights, winsheild,wiper blades , arms, radio, speaker's,rear hatch struts, antenna...
  • Re: E-bay Scam Trend (Caveat emptor)
    Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
    Mon, 15 Apr 2002 10:45:11 -0700
    ...I saw a pair of rear hatch struts and bid on them > >for $25 (volks > >cafe has them on special for $12.50 ea...
  • Re: FS 1991 Westfalia Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
    Tue, 1 Jun 1999 07:02:03 -0700
    ...all records > Additional cabin lights and rear reading lights, CO2 > detector > All window and rear hatch screens > Original cargo bag for roof top carrier...
  • Re: Whole Pop top conversion
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sun, 9 Apr 2006 12:48:57 -0700
    ...All 3 of our vans have screens, full curtains, and a rear hatch prop open security device. We can travel for a week with...
  • LiMBO want ads ... for sale:
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 08 Dec 95 13:59:49 CST
    ...68-up; snap in front curtains, assorted colors '68-'79; rear hatch screen '73-'79; call for prices, trades considered, Todd (419) 531-2954...
  • Re: '87 Westy FS in NE Ohio
    Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
    Mon, 13 Aug 2001 09:39:37 -0400
    ...some areas > looked like a roadmap! A large dent in the rear hatch was caused by his > Hobie Cat shifting forward on its trailer...
  • Re: westy - what do you keep in your cupboards?
    Historical mailing list - Joe Gawzner
    Fri, 1 Nov 2002 19:08:31 -0500
    ...sun hat, down booties to keep feet warm in case, rear hatch screen, windshield curtain plus plastic hanger for wetsuit and down pillow as...
  • Re: Vanagon Alternative...just thinking
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 14 May 2022 23:09:43 -0500
    ...Electric windows need repair with regulators and motors, doors need new motors for the lock, and rear hatch lock motor must be replaced. I...
  • New 2001 EV details
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Sat, 3 Feb 2001 14:44:55 -0800
    ...Additional standard equipment on the EuroVan includes a Climatronic system; power door locks (including side and rear hatch); cruise control; AM/FM cassette stereo...
  • The maiden {again} voyage.
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Wed, 20 Aug 2014 14:05:43 -0300
    ...There is very little seam rust {the driver's side dogleg}; some rust along the bottom of the sliding door and rear hatch (those...
  • Re: FS 1991 Westfalia Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Vince So
    Tue, 1 Jun 1999 19:21:12 -0700
    ...all records > > Additional cabin lights and rear reading lights, CO2 > > detector > > All window and rear hatch screens > > Original cargo bag for roof top carrier...
  • Re: roof top storage container for westy and etc
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Sun, 6 May 2018 21:37:28 -0700
    ...roof as possible, back so far > as to just clear open rear hatch of van. > > Having it back as far as you can reduces...
  • Re: E-bay Scam Trend (Caveat emptor)
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 15 Apr 2002 13:12:10 -0500
    ...I saw a pair of rear hatch struts and bid on them > > >for $25 (volks > > >cafe has them on special for $12.50 ea...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 10:18:05 -0700
    ...I > can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, hatch opener > lock-on and on. I even found a low cost organizer for...
  • vw autoist again: shameless plug for Eurovan Camper. :)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 08 Jun 95 13:25:52 CDT
    ...Also our old Vanagon had a screen that fitted the rear hatch opening. I believe I will have one of these made and attach...
  • Long Trip Report
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Fri, 20 Jul 2007 18:53:15 -0700
    ...me open the rear hatch and snap in the mosquito screen. I had to close off the bottom of the screen with our adjustable...
  • Re: 1991 Vanagon Camper: skylight / roof vent leak
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:01:39 +0000
    ...unbearable.  We now modified > the rear hatch mosquito netting so it actually seals and can leave the > hatch open or partially open and locked...
  • 6th Annual Van-O-Rama Report... Thanks for all those who attended...
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Sun, 10 Sep 2006 06:30:13 -0700
    ...He also has a rear hatch rack with a shelf made from recycled car parts (pics later) which made a perfect table to serve...
  • Re: roof top storage container for westy and etc
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 7 May 2018 12:46:03 -0400
    ...And I mount the ski box as far back on the roof as possible, back so far as to just clear open rear hatch...
  • Re: High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:18:40 -0700
    ...a hardware store. > > right next to the license plate.......since the rear hatch forms a nice > 'roof'..... is a great place to mount a...
  • Vanagon Garage Sale Announcement
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:59:12 -0500
    ...Rear hatch bug screen brown with small tear. Cabinets, stove, fridge, sink, etc. from an early Westy - has the wood grain laminate coating. I...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:24:58 +0000
    ...The three rear compartments in the closet organize items really well.  I > can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, hatch opener > lock...
  • Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
    Historical mailing list - Russell, William
    Wed, 30 Apr 2003 13:11:28 -0400
    ...There is a small spot below the rear hatch window as well. The body seams are good. There has been a rust repair to...
  • Selling our California Subie Westy in the Northeast for $14k
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Wed, 31 Aug 2005 12:04:36 -0400
    ...The rear hatch struts work perfect (i.e. the hatch stays up on it's own). The chrome bumpers are straight and the black...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:29:05 -0700
    ...I can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, > > > hatch opener lock-on and on. I even found a low cost organizer for...
  • Re: Long Trip Report
    Historical mailing list - neil
    Fri, 20 Jul 2007 20:34:52 -0700
    ...me open the rear > hatch and snap in the mosquito screen. I had to close off the bottom of > the screen with our adjustable...
  • Re: Low Mileage Syncro Westy for $6,000?
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Thu, 7 Jul 2005 18:54:07 -0400
    ...not match) > > Eurovan type sink faucet > > rear hatch, skylight, sliding door, and front window (driver and > > passenger) screens > > full width front rubber floor mat...
  • Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
    Wed, 30 Apr 2003 11:57:42 -0400
    ...There is a small spot below the rear hatch window as well. The body seams are good. There has been a rust repair to...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:19:47 -0700
    ...I > > can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, hatch opener > > lock-on and on. I even found a low cost organizer for...
  • Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Wed, 30 Apr 2003 13:55:13 -0400
    ...There is a small spot below the rear hatch window >as well. The body seams are good. There has been a rust >repair to...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 23:16:04 +0000
    ...The three rear compartments in the closet organize items really well.  I > can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, hatch opener > lock...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Wed, 13 Oct 2021 21:26:11 -0400
    ...I can easily find items from extension chords, rear screen, >>>> hatch opener lock-on and on. I even found a low cost organizer for...
  • Re: To Buy or Not to Buy?
    Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
    Sun, 23 Oct 1994 10:01:17 -0700 (PDT)
    ...lack of dings (inside and out), little things, such as interior lights, cabinets latches, fresh water fill hatch, heater fan switch, etc. still working...
  • Good Dealers Exist!
    Historical mailing list - KENYON FAIREY
    Tue, 25 Mar 1997 11:10:34 -0500 (EST)
    ...Things like "front privacy curtain" and "rear hatch screen" were on the list. I asked 1) it the item was in the van and...
  • Re: Long Trip Report
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Fri, 20 Jul 2007 20:58:39 -0700
    ...me open the rear >> hatch and snap in the mosquito screen. I had to close off the bottom of >> the screen with our adjustable...
  • Re: '73 Westy Questions
    Historical mailing list - William A. McKinley
    23 Apr 96 16:37:22 EDT
    ...There is also a screen, white trimmed in brown vinyl, that snaps into the back hatch door. >Speaking of upholstery, the rear bed in...
  • Re: Long Trip Report
    Historical mailing list - neil
    Fri, 20 Jul 2007 21:18:33 -0700
    ...me open the rear > >> hatch and snap in the mosquito screen. I had to close off the bottom of > >> the screen with our adjustable...
  • Re: Exciting things happening at Van-Again!
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Wed, 14 Sep 2005 17:55:32 -0400
    ...not match) >Eurovan type sink faucet >rear hatch, skylight, sliding door, and front window (driver and >passenger) screens >full width front rubber floor mat...
  • Re: roof top storage container for westy and etc
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Mon, 7 May 2018 11:00:24 -0700
    ...roof as possible, back so far > as to just clear open rear hatch of van. > > Having it back as far as you can reduces...
  • Ramblings of a Vanagon type of guy
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Fri, 7 Jul 2006 23:24:49 -0400
    ...But if you use the rear hatch screen and keep your rear hatch open, that gives you a nice cross breeze down below. Reefer...
  • gak! another road test: 1993 VW Eurovan
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 12 Jan 95 11:08:30 CST
    ...Westfalia's camper model, the Weekender, features a pop-up roof that houses a two-person bed; side window and rear hatch screens; fixed...
  • Back from Washington / Oregon Coast Trip -
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Sat, 15 Aug 2015 19:57:37 -0700
    ...Put the screen on the back hatch and got some circulation going during the evening. The following morning we went to the Mount St...
  • Re: Message to Newbies
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:10:50 -0700
    ...The filler tube for the oil - located under the Vehicle Tag rear hatch door that folds down.- has a built in extension tube. Just...
  • Re: Message to Newbies
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:06:34 -0500
    ...The filler tube for the oil - located under the Vehicle Tag rear hatch > door that folds down.- has a built in extension tube. Just...
  • Re: Message to Newbies
    Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
    Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:10:07 -0700
    ...The filler tube for the oil - located under the Vehicle Tag rear hatch > door that folds down.- has a built in extension tube. Just...
  • Re: How to pack Westy for a long camping trip? (kickoff)
    Historical mailing list - JOHN REYNOLDS
    Thu, 24 May 2001 21:10:06 -0400
    ...A weekender style with just the rear cab and a flip-out table would be nice. or a weekender with a stove & icebox replacing...