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  • FS: vanagon side windows with screens
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 10 Nov 2001 12:55:12 EST
    i have a pair of vanagon sliding side windows with screens, from a westy, fit any 80-84 passenger van or westy. yes, the...
  • Re: Tool for removing sliding window latch? Now parts NLA
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Fri, 26 Sep 2014 16:37:29 -0700
    ...Tool for removing sliding window latch? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOfpEWpX5Lg is a video showing you how it is done Eric Ley...
  • Re: replacing window glass seals
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:50:31 +0000
    ...The > > WORST > > experience of all of the was last spring trying to replace the seal > > o n my > > sliding door window. The first seal...
  • Re: Rear Hatch Screens Now Available (Was Re: New Item Available Posted 6-12)
    Historical mailing list - Mike Randleman
    Tue, 20 Aug 1996 08:26:30 -0400 (EDT)
    Is there such a thing as a window screen for the driver side and passenger side front windows? (sliding/velcro?) If so, where can...
  • Re: Window Latch Removal
    Historical mailing list - David Bogle / Architecture
    Mon, 21 Sep 1998 22:17:22 -0400
    Jan Eggspuehler wrote: > Does anyone know how to remove the latches from the sliding windows for > reuse? Good question. One of mine is a...
  • anyone with a '80-'84 van want a pair of SCREENED side windows?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 14 Jan 2002 10:57:06 EST
    i have a pair of sliding side windows with screens for a '80-'84 vanagon for sale, if anyones interested..theyre afrom a westy...
  • Re: Sliding Window Vent Covers
    Historical mailing list - Ben huot
    Fri, 19 Apr 2002 15:46:02 -0400
    ...http://EuroCampers.com/ and click on:AIRVENT LOUVERED WINDOW INSERTS in the midle. Cheers, Ben http://www3.sympatico.ca/huotx/engine1.htm
  • Re: Need to finish restoration
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:16:26 -0700
    ...I also need a pari of black > framed sliding door window. > > > Nik Maravich > 571-296-9817 >
  • Re: sliding window 87 westy
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:23:41 EST
    ...and passenger side 80-84 windows are different than 85-91 windows... btw.. i have windows......
  • Window vents
    Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
    Fri, 26 Jul 2002 12:31:16 -0700
    I came across an exterior vent that looks like it can be used on the sliding windows of our vanagons. The link is http...
  • Re: Removal of sliding window screens
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Tue, 6 Nov 2001 17:20:16 -0400
    ...Fully open the sliding window, go outside of the van and press down (and into the van) on the BOTTOM of the plastic screen...
  • Re: Squeaky sliding windows
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Sun, 20 Feb 2005 16:43:53 -0500
    ...Anybody know of a quick fix for very squeaky sliding windows? Ours kind of screech in our Westy. Never had a problem in our...
  • Re: How do I remove the sliding window catch - 82 westy
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Mon, 4 Jul 2005 18:51:19 -0700
    ...How do I remove the sliding window catch - 82 westy > Ummm - The oproblem i'm trying to solve is that the sliding door window...
  • Re: A good lube for sliders
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 9 Jun 2005 06:12:16 EDT
    ...You carefully take your hand that's not pulling out the latch and sliding the window. With that hand not sliding the window you...
  • Re: What kind of sliding window is not a vanagon window but looks a whole heck of a lot like one?
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Thu, 1 Jan 2015 12:04:47 -0700
    ...What kind of sliding window is not a vanagon window but looks a >>> whole heck of a lot like one? >>> >>> >>> Here's a picture...
  • Re: What changes in doors between '84 and '85? (was RE: EpidermalLayer of Sliding Door)
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Sat, 15 May 1999 00:48:57 +0200
    Leif wrote: > What exactly changed on the sliding doors between these years. The reason I > ask is because, as I write this the body...
  • FS: 70 Panel Double-sliding door - $300.
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 25 Jul 1997 20:41:51 CDT
    ...are the side windows. (did i mention the sliding doors have windows, but there are NOT any rear side windows. which is why it...
  • Re: Need a (gasp) dealer-only part, and the dealer is inept
    Historical mailing list - Roy O.
    Tue, 28 Jul 1998 22:58:51 -0500
    ...I need to replace the grey-colored felt strips that > slide into a metal groove along the inside base of the sliding side > windows...
  • FS: Driver's Side Window
    Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
    Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:52:18 +0000
    I've got an 86-91 sliding glass window & frame that I don't know why I am hanging on to. If someone needs...
  • Re: ? Removing Glass from Siding Window ?
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Mon, 4 Feb 2002 10:15:41 EST
    Does anyone know how to remove the glass from a sliding side window while leaving its frame in a useable condition? I am talking...
  • Re: Need Westy sliding door screen
    Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
    Mon, 05 May 1997 15:35:01 -0400
    ...Before attempting the sliding door I made screens for the two front windows. They attach by velcro strips. This has the disadvantage of having...
  • Re: FS tan sliding door
    Historical mailing list - Tracy Bonin
    Thu, 29 Aug 2002 09:39:11 -0700
    ...It > has a bent sliding window frame, with no window, and the locks and handle > would have to be replaced. It also doesn't...
  • Re: window tinting - question!
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Thu, 19 Apr 2007 16:16:43 +0000
    ...The sliding windows are tinted but the film does not pass the overlap so that it will not peel with multiple openings of the...
  • FWD: Window Vents
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Fri, 24 Mar 2000 09:11:56 -0800
    ...My frustration centers on the middle sliding windows and my desire to install window vents. I was informed that air vents for the sliding...
  • side door window knob tightening
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Sat, 8 Oct 2016 19:49:01 -0400
    Hi listers, today I noticed the latch on the sliding window has become loose. The entire thing rocks on the window. The drivers side...
  • FS: westy slider window screens..
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 5 Sep 2006 12:46:50 EDT
    i have some westy slider window screens for sale.. these are the OEM Westfalia plastic framed screens that fit in the westy sliding side...
  • Re: replacing window glass seals
    Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
    Tue, 19 Nov 2013 09:41:59 -0800
    ...The WORST > experience of all of the was last spring trying to replace the seal o n my > sliding door window. The first seal...
  • Re: Stupid project thoughts...
    Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
    Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:34:46 -0700
    ...Power windows....power > SLIDING windows...
  • Re: Sliding window opener
    Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
    Sat, 12 Aug 2000 21:56:23 -0400
    I got it to work. thanks for the list help. Adam Puzerewski 81 westy 74 beetle 86 cabrio Vanagon Partsmobiles
  • Re: Westy Needs Slider Window
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:02:32 -0500
    ...Daughter's 87 Westy, slider window broken in attempted break-in. Needing sliding glass and screen. drivers or passenger side??? theyre different... i have...
  • Kombi, Kombi, who's got the Kombi ... (differences)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Tue, 05 Apr 94 12:56:59 CDT
    ...Vanagon/Caravelle - interior was better quality, sliding windows in the middle. in early days, u.s. models could still get rubber mats and vinyl...
  • Re: loose sliding window locks
    Historical mailing list - Caston/Payne
    Thu, 10 Feb 2000 21:15:15 -0500
    ...t figure out how to tighten the lock/handles on the >sliding windows. >Haynes doesn't mention it...and neither does Bentley. Is it...
  • Re: Sliding rear window
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 11 Jan 2003 06:35:51 EST
    ...I didn't know anyone made a sliding rear window > for the vanagon. Anyone care to share more info? Look in the Euro version...
  • Re: SA van
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Mon, 11 May 2009 15:57:28 -0700
    > I love those third row sliding windows. Sigh. Those are nice. I like how the body is cut lower, so the windows can be...
  • lookin for replacement side window/ was side window lock help
    Historical mailing list - Bill
    Sat, 30 May 1998 21:08:43 -0600
    ...guess I'm now looking for a complete replacement window unit for the sliding door. Prefer GL molding style with or without screens. Anyone...
  • sliding window latch removal
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Wed, 17 Jul 2002 21:47:22 -0400
    ...Re: [VANAGON] ISO Sliding Window Latch > > > > The little sliding door latch has a screw up through the bottom. You > > need a little 90 Degree...
  • Re: two sliding doors: [T2] Body seam question
    Historical mailing list - wb6otg
    Thu, 12 Apr 2001 13:29:14 -0400
    ...I have read somewhere that some baywindow busses were made this way, and there were split window busses with two sets of hinged doors...
  • Re: Need a (gasp) dealer-only part, and the dealer is inept
    Historical mailing list - Martin Peitz
    Tue, 28 Jul 1998 19:39:08 -0500
    ...I need to replace the grey-colored felt strips that > slide into a metal groove along the inside base of the sliding side > windows...
  • Re: 89 + Rear window vents transplanted in an 85 Westy
    Historical mailing list - bueses
    Tue, 24 Jan 2006 12:10:55 -0700
    > One or two owners have transplanted sliding *middle* windows into the > rear... Wouldn't do any good on the driver's side behind that...
  • WTB, passenger side sliding window for westy
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Mon, 12 May 2008 10:21:38 -0800
    Anyone have for sale a passenger-side slider for a westy? Private email me if so. Thx, Troy
  • Re: HELP! Sliding window removal
    Historical mailing list - Terry K.
    Sun, 5 May 2002 00:01:44 -0500
    ...TJ Hemrick >If any of you have any great tips on how to carefully remove a set >of >sliding windows from a 88 weekender...
  • vanagon windows for sale
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Sun, 16 Nov 2003 13:33:04 -0500
    ...parts for sale are as follows: * both rear quarter windows * both center windows 50-50 sliding glass with latch * rear hatch glass with defrosters...
  • Eurovan sliding door window shade
    Historical mailing list - Marvin Westenburg
    Mon, 13 Jul 1998 18:19:42 -0500
    Seems like I remember someone mentioning that they had a problem with the plastic "buttons" that the shade cords attach to on the sliding...
  • Re: VW Camper dreams
    Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
    Sun, 22 Oct 2006 18:56:55 -0700
    ...seen anywhere else - a double pane sliding window! the german westfalias came with double pane, but the sliding door one was fixed and the...
  • Installing new passenger side wing window seal
    Historical mailing list - Matt Barclay
    Sat, 25 Nov 2006 12:36:18 -0800
    ...When he didn't find anything, he busted out my sliding door window and stole my cordless drill. Hence replacing the window seals. Sorry...
  • Keys locked in van
    Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
    Sun, 8 Jul 2001 12:46:39 -0700
    ...Use a flat rigid piece of something (like a hand saw blade) and slide it in the between the sliding side windows and push...
  • WTB: driver's side middle screened window for westy
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Tue, 3 Mar 1998 09:01:20 -0500
    ...Driver's side screened sliding window and frame for a westy (the middle window behind the driver's door). Frame must be of the...
  • Re: reversing sliding side windows
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Tue, 28 Jan 2003 07:33:59 EST
    ...Unfortunately, leaving the ever secure sliding window open an inch allows it to be opened the rest of the way with nothing more than...
  • slider door window glass for an 85 Westfalia
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Mon, 23 Sep 2013 19:22:59 -0500
    ...Passenger side, 85 Westfalia, the sliding part. I have the metal mechanism and the fixed window is ok. Screen ok too. Metal surround is...
  • more van stuff for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 9 May 2000 12:43:32 EDT
    -'80-'84 westy sliding side windows complete w/ screens -vanagon carpets, all colors, grey, brown, tan, blue (specify trans type) -front oem vanagon floor...
  • sliding window latch
    Historical mailing list - Patrick Callaghan Jr.
    Mon, 14 May 2001 07:34:43 -0700
    Anyone have a spare window latch for the side sliders on a 82 Vanagon Westy? I broke mine on Saturday & I can't even...
  • Re: Vanagon side window question
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Tue, 12 Sep 2006 18:16:29 -0400
    ...The middle side windows are the same for all years on the DRIVER'S side but the windows in the sliding doors are smaller...
  • Re: side window security
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Wed, 27 Sep 2006 19:18:53 -0700
    ...Is this true? How is it done? What can be done to > > prevent it? > > > > > > sliding side windows are a weak link as far as...
  • Re: WTB sliding door panel 85
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:16:52 -0700
    ...no sliding window, and dented some where some unsavory individual crudly removed the rear latch from it. it's light silver/gray in color...
  • Removing the sliding window from its track and disassembly of side window (long)
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Tue, 7 Sep 2004 00:34:28 -0700
    ...I have a side "sliding" window out of a van from a wrecker. I wanted to disassemble it for a project. I first removed...
  • Re: how do you break into a vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
    Fri, 16 Apr 2004 18:35:21 -0700
    ...anyway with these sliding window track >guides out you can push up on the sliding window glass, which jumps the >lock up >over the...
  • Driver/Passenger window seals
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 9 Apr 2016 14:26:07 -0500
    ...Also, I have new sliding side windows to put in. Anybody done a remove/replace job there? Thanks, John
  • Re: side windows in an 84 westy
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Thu, 16 Jan 2014 17:13:17 -0800
    ...5:04 PM, Robert MacDowell <yakandhike@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Who has a good tutorial about the removal and install of the rear sliding > windows.
  • Part needed: Sliding door roller bearing
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Sat, 16 Oct 2010 17:33:01 -0400
    ...cover, under the rear passanger window of the car). This is for an '85 with the newer style sliding door (So anything '85+) I...
  • Re: screens for front doors
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 27 Jun 1998 11:20:53 EDT
    ...Cab windows $63.00 (pair) Side sliding window $ 67.00 (ea.) Sliding door with zipper $116.00 Rear door with zipper $107 VWT2 (Vanagon...