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  • Re: Exahust Pipes
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 24 Aug 2001 06:23:52 EDT
    ...With the <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm"> STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-Pipe</A> and the DANSK stainless steel...
  • Re: Vernagon Sighting in Bend
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Wed, 7 Oct 2009 15:41:09 -0500
    ...yes Stainless fasteners: yes metric stainless fasteners: no
  • Re: Want A List Coffee Mug???
    Historical mailing list - bob tickle
    Fri, 8 Nov 1996 18:55:19 -0500
    ...Friday, November 08, 1996 1:44 PM > > Why not do something in insulated stainless steel, sort of like the one > from the Vanagon catalog...
  • Internal water pipe diameter
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sat, 14 Sep 2002 22:46:09 +1200
    Does anyone on THIS list know what the ID of the water lines from fradiator to engine are? I want to find stainless pipe...
  • Re: Complete Exaust Systems 91 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 19 Jun 2003 07:05:21 EDT
    ...See my <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm"> STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System</A> {http:members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro...
  • Re: Merffler options?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:38:00 EDT
    ...My NEW Stainless Steel Muffler will fit both 1.9 and 2.1 engined Vanagons. I also have a replacement 1.9 muffler support...
  • Re: Exhaust System Options
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:00:49 -0700
    ...Central Standard Time (Me, > LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: > > Well, what you say may be true but the stainless used on the > exhaust parts...
  • stainless braided brake lines
    Historical mailing list - Alex Towner
    Sun, 16 May 2004 03:18:05 -0400
    Hi All! I need to replace the flexible rubber brake lines on my '85, and I really want to use those nice stainless braided...
  • Re: Vanagon stainless steel screws for the exterior
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 4 Jun 2009 05:21:00 EDT
    ...I know ! Thanks again ! >>>>>Vanagon stainless steel screws for the exterior<<<<<<
  • Re: Subject: Warning! Do not use... (Stainless Exhaust Fasteners)
    Historical mailing list - TC
    Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:30:23 -0800
    >Anyhow, based solely on my personal experience, I'd be one to recommend >stainless fasteners for the exhaust. As always, feel free to discount...
  • Re: Exhaust Questions
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 21 Jul 2003 06:45:44 EDT
    ...The Stainless Steel pipes I offer are from DANSK and are for the 2.1 engine. There is a way however that a complete...
  • Re: stainless braided brake lines
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 18 May 2004 23:49:37 +1200
    >I need to replace the flexible rubber brake lines on my '85, and I >really want to use those nice stainless braided lines. They...
  • Re: Stainless Steel Head Studs
    Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
    Sun, 10 Dec 2000 19:23:18 -0800
    ...The new studs did look very shiny like stainless steel, but I don't know if they actually are. I was advised not to...
  • Re: Missing Exhaust bolts
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
    Wed, 28 Nov 2001 14:39:12 -0800
    ...I too have stainless bolts > on > my exhaust (and I paid a pretty penny for these fasteners). Are you > saying that I am better...
  • Re: Stainless Pipes Determination and Deionized Water Query
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Sat, 16 Oct 2010 20:00:50 -0400
    ...I'd be skeptical that any vendor would offer a > stainless part that bolts or attaches directly to a non-stainless > part without insulation...
  • Re: Performance and/or Stainless Steel Exhaust for 72-74 and/or 79-83 vans
    Historical mailing list - Bob Allen
    Sat, 16 Mar 2002 18:02:22 -0500
    ...Performance and/or Stainless Steel Exhaust for 72-74 and/or 79-83 vans > I need to replace my (non cat) exhaust system. The...
  • Re: Fuel recovery system overhaul Parts
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 17 Jun 1999 16:10:41 EDT
    The stainless ABA clamps that I sell are for 7mm fuel line only. I am pretty positive that they won't work with the...
  • Re: pop-top carriage bolts
    Historical mailing list - Stefan Weir
    Tue, 21 Dec 1999 01:34:50 EST
    ...carries all sorts of metric bolts, even carriage bolts, many in stainless steel. >> Your right, all you really have to find is a good...
  • Re: westy cookware
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Mon, 28 Aug 2000 20:31:47 -0700
    Got an REI Labor Day Sale (8/25 - 9/4) mailer today which says: "... $29.95 regularly $43 Evernew Cooker Stainless-Steel Cookset This...
  • Re: Ceramic Coat Catalytic Converter?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 17 Nov 2005 06:45:29 EST
    ...The only systems that WON'T corrode are stainless ones... that it, AMEN, Thank you ! Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 Westy, '90...
  • Re: Warning! Do not use...
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:23:55 -0500
    did you happen to use anti-seize? sudhir On 1/17/07, Geza Polony <gezapolony@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > stainless steel bolts on your muffler...
  • update on Stebro stainless exhaust
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Mon, 22 Jun 1998 09:50:54 -0700
    Talked to a Stebro rep today about the long-awaited, not-quite-ready-yet stainless steel exhaust for Vanagons. He said that they were...
  • stainless steel braided fuel line?
    Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
    Thu, 25 Feb 1999 08:10:52 -0800
    ...me wonder why not fashion some sort of fuel lines with stainless steel braided hoses sort of like the ones Audi has (at least...
  • Re: Vernagon Sighting in Bend
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Thu, 8 Oct 2009 21:24:38 -0700
    dear incognito NOT would stainless and metric exist at a canadian marine store ???? yours On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 1:41 PM, Larry...
  • Stebro News
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 7 Nov 2000 06:12:45 EST
    Just a reminder that the special introductory discount on the NEW STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel J-pipes is almost over. Friday November 10 is...
  • Re: Need to replace Muffler and Tailpipe on '91 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 16 Oct 2004 06:36:59 EDT
    ...This is no performance vehice :-) Tina & Yoel, for your consideration please see my _STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43...
  • Re: Stainless Steel Exhaust for Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Wed, 15 Dec 1999 21:59:31 PST
    ...Wed, 15 Dec 1999 20:15:29 -0800 > >There have been rumors of a full stainless Stebro >exhaust for the various engines found in...
  • Re: Exahust Pipes
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Thu, 23 Aug 2001 13:54:01 -0400
    ...Unfortunately, they are dragging their feet because they have another contract for stainless Porsche exhaust parts which is much more lucrative. (Needless to say...
  • Re: Not tires, not oil... but anti-freeze!
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Tue, 19 Sep 2017 18:40:34 -0600
    ...Hi, > > I just did a complete cooling system swap.� Hoses, stainless pipes, > stainless coolant tower, RMW aluminum tank, new thermostat housing, etc. > > I'm...
  • Re: Removing Rusty Exhaust System
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Fri, 2 Jul 2010 11:36:45 -0400
    Jeff, Think about using stainless fasteners when you replace your system. I've been using stainless bolts on those manifolds for years and still...
  • stainless steel coolant pipes
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Wed, 5 May 2010 16:41:34 -0800
    ...About to order some stainless steel coolant pipes for my 89 Westy. What's the consensus on the best place to buy? Bus Depot...
  • HELP - Can't find who sells the stainless luggage rack tie downs
    Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
    Sat, 4 Jan 2003 16:13:11 +0100
    ...in no-rust STAINLESS STEEL. If any of you have a link for me it would be great!! See ya, Rob IMPORTANT!!! In order...
  • Re: Exhaust bolt snapped off...yikes!!
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Fri, 10 Aug 2007 15:06:59 -0400
    > good stainless hardwear works everytime.. except when it rusts ;) Sudhir
  • Vanagon stainless steel screws for the exterior
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Wed, 3 Jun 2009 13:28:12 -0400
    ...What quality of stainless steel do I sell? I sell all qualities. Stainless steel is difficult to source in stainless in many cases, so...
  • Re: STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler News
    Historical mailing list - CHRIS STANN
    Tue, 8 Aug 2000 07:40:47 -0500
    ...STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler News > Just to let you all know that it has recently come to my attention that > the STEBRO/Vanagon...
  • Re: stainless braided brake lines
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Sun, 16 May 2004 03:54:58 -0400
    ...Sunday, May 16, 2004 3:18 AM Subject: [VANAGON] stainless braided brake lines Hi All! I need to replace the flexible rubber brake lines...
  • Subject: Warning! Do not use... (Stainless Exhaust Fasteners)
    Historical mailing list - Doug Fitz-Randolph
    Wed, 17 Jan 2007 16:45:32 -0400
    ...I went right to the hardware store, picked up a set of SAE stainless nuts & bolts and reinstalled the exhaust. A few years later...
  • Re: In search of Vanagon Poptop stainless hardware
    Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
    Tue, 8 Sep 2020 10:24:48 -0500
    ...m looking for a replacement truss head screws used with the westy > > fiberglass poptop hinges and struts in stainless steel. Anyone know? > > > > Thanks, > > > > Jim > >
  • Stebro Stainless Exhaust News
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 15 Jul 1998 05:36:05 -0400
    Well, the time has come ! Low and behold the Stebro Stainless mufflers for our Vanagons are ready. I will go to their shop in...
  • Re: '84 Vanagon GL Fuel Rail Clamps
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 29 Jan 2001 11:58:42 EST
    In my fuel line kits, I just replace these plain steel rings with stainless Swedish hose clamps. Works perfect. The complete fuel line replacement...
  • Re: Need a New Exhaust System, S&S Any Good?
    Historical mailing list - Ron Mueller
    Wed, 25 Apr 2007 21:20:06 -0500
    ...The stainless muffler's I have now fitted to both of my Vanagons are a piece of artwork, and are well worth every penny...
  • Re: DOT Approved Stainless Brake Hose Questions. VC SS Kit Opinions?
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 2 Sep 2012 19:45:27 -0400
    ...DOT Approved Stainless Brake Hose Questions. VC SS Kit Opinions? > >I was hoping there would be more response to this. I've thought >about...
  • Re: Subject: Re: Want to paint camper roof
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 14 May 2002 22:03:55 -0700
    ...Use stainless rivets or nuts and bolts Alistair -- '82 Westy -> diesel converted to gas in '94 albell@uvic.ca http://homepage.mac.com/alistairbell...
  • Re: Fuel Line Clamps
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Mon, 7 Aug 2000 13:12:56 -0700
    ...The clamps I sell are ABA swedish stainless clamps that are top > quality. The crimp clamps are plain steel and will rust again in...
  • Re: hose clamps
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Thu, 22 Apr 1999 19:37:39 -0700
    I would personally be willing to pay an extra $$10-20 for high-quality stainless clamps in such a kit. (And I live in...
  • Re: David Beierl's recent List-endectomy
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 13 Oct 2012 11:59:55 -0700
    Well at least they used stainless! Best to you and your speedy recovery! Neil. On Sat, Oct 13, 2012 at 6:23 AM, David...
  • Re: front end reassembly: strut bar
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:09:46 -0700
    Of course, and I had new VW ones to measure at the time, so I bought the closest stock size stainless pipe I could...
  • Coolant Pipes
    Historical mailing list - AD Felder
    Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:39:17 -0700
    ...sources for the stainless steel variety starting at a little over $300.� Is it worth it to spring for the stainless, I mean the...
  • Re: Exhaust Repair Bummer
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 13 May 1996 13:47:04 -0400
    ...I recently used a combination of stainless steel nuts, bolts & washers and anti-sieze compound when reassemblying my exhaust. Although won't be able...
  • STEBRO reviews
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 6 Apr 2000 10:17:24 EDT
    ...For those interested in reading comments of purchasers of the STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler go check it out.. Cheers Frank Condelli '87 Westy...
  • RE; Stuff
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Thu, 21 Jun 2001 11:55:00 -0500
    ...Karl Wolz, that in fact it is a stainless drain board for a Westy, not a grill. Boy, did I get duped !! Anyway, now...
  • Re: Broken Stebro Muffler Bracket / Malcolm's trip
    Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
    Mon, 8 Aug 2005 22:29:04 -0500
    ...I wonder what grade of stainless these cans are made out of.? If they were 304 they would have tremendous tensile strength and shouldn...
  • Subject: stainless braided brake linesoff
    Historical mailing list - Brian T.
    Mon, 17 May 2004 15:17:09 -0700
    I've been told that Porsche 911 lines will work too. Brian
  • Re: I ACCIDENTLY DELETED A REQUEST FOR STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 14 Oct 2006 10:56:48 EDT
    roger. you're SCREWY :<P jk chris
  • Re: stainless exhaust (why buy)
    Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
    Mon, 22 Jun 1998 18:29:39 -0700
    ...Ken Wilford John 3:16 For what it is worth, My Subaru has a full stainless exhaust (factory!). It's a 90 with 140K...
  • Re: Mufflers & Waterpumps
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sun, 6 Aug 2000 06:11:09 EDT
    ...May I copy your remarks to my <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/reviews.htm">STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler Reviews & Comments</A...
  • Re: Stainless Steel Exhaust Fasteners
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Mon, 14 Feb 2005 07:14:25 -0800
    ...you have a choice of replacing a bolt and nut with stainless, I'd prefer the SS. The copper nuts were solid copper, not...
  • Re: TheSamba.com :: VW Classifieds - 83.5-85 Vanagon Stainless Coolant Pipes!
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Thu, 22 Sep 2005 11:05:12 -0700
    ...VW Classifieds - 83.5-85 Vanagon Stainless Coolant Pipes! In a message dated 9/22/05 11:31:14 AM Eastern Daylight Time, rrecardo...
  • Roll your own...
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Thu, 31 Jul 2014 08:21:46 -0700
    ...If you follow his blog you know what I mean - all these nifty little parts carefully crafted out of stainless steel adorning his Syncro...
  • Re: Exahust Pipes
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 24 Aug 2001 23:03:25 EDT
    ...It, of course, isn't stainless. :-( > > Frank has since mentioned to me in email that they > sell them with the port installed. If you...