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• Pooh's on the mend - update
  Historical mailing list - Woodcock, Frank
  Fri, 27 Mar 1998 09:58:50 -0000
  My 1981 Eurovan Holdsworth Villa conversion , AKA Pooh is still undergoing repairs. Brake light now OK after replacement pressure switch. Right hand carburettor replaced...
• Re: Car advice please: 91 Passat. NVC
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 1 Mar 2005 21:19:38 -0500
  ...The eletronic automatic transmissions in the early Passats had problems. Very expensive problems... Cheers, Jeff www.vanagonparts.com -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Need quick answer on grounding problem
  Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
  Fri, 3 Oct 2003 13:33:31 -0400
  ...OK But when I tried to unscrew the screw holding the strap from the engine and three other wires to the left compartment wall...
• Re: Automatic vs Manual trans. ( Friday )
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Markett
  Fri, 11 Sep 2015 08:59:52 -0700
  I also had to learn how to influence an automatic transmission. I have also noticed that automatic transmissions are getting smarter. I found the...
• Re: Magnets and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 30 Jul 2017 21:16:48 -0700
  One of those fabric reinforced Mylar faced "space blankets" a couple of rocks or tent pegs holding bottom of blanket out from van, magnet...
• Re: Luggage Rack Cargo Net?
  Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
  Wed, 15 Jun 2005 16:13:57 +0000
  ...I use it hold lawn chairs, tents, etc. up top. -------------- Original message -------------- > Michael Elliott wrote: > >> Anyone got a recommendation for a nice cargo net...
• emergency hand throttle
  Historical mailing list - Ray G
  Mon, 20 Sep 1999 19:31:09 +1000
  Hi , To all those Ladies who hold to the premise that "Necessity is the Mother of Invention" the following fix should show you that...
• Re: yet another engine choice - VW "twincharger" HOLD IT!!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Thu, 29 Sep 2005 00:11:45 -0500
  ...cylinder in a normal passenger car, unless you are driving an automatic. I normally get between 30 and 36MPG. ��My '96 Stratus, with the...
• Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 13:12:37 -0500
  Jamie, Go get a caliper press at Autozone for about $5. You do not need to remove the calipers from the brake line just...
• Re: Draining/refilling oil of the Vanagons transaxle?
  Historical mailing list - GMac999
  Sun, 26 Aug 2007 18:57:37 -0700
  ...Check out Yahoo! Autos new Car Finder tool. http://autos.yahoo.com/carfinder/
• Re: Go Westy auto trans cooler
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 Jul 2011 22:40:09 -0400
  ...Go Westy auto trans cooler A few months ago I finished an overhauling on Ursula, replacing everything related to fuel and cooling systems, engine...
• Re: Help removing clutch lever
  Historical mailing list - Claudio Cella
  Fri, 8 Apr 2005 20:50:49 -0700
  ...BTDT as well..........................................what finally worked was an automotive puller of some sort. I can't remember what kind but i rented one from...
• Re: Vanagon Electrical Work and DC - AC Inverter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 9 Apr 2013 21:26:21 -0400
  ...Good inverters will have circuitry so that when the input is disconnected the capacitors will automatically bleed down. Cheapie inverters are often not designed...
• Re: Vanagondalism
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Wed, 26 Jan 2005 15:55:58 -0500
  ...http://www.snopes.com/autos/theft/siphon.asp If only it were true... Don in Reidsville, NC 1987 Vanagon GL Syncro (Suzie) - For Sale...
• Re: Can Someone Please Shed Some Light....
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 25 Sep 2011 07:23:48 -0700
  ...the heater controls and the auto P-R-N-D indicator-the later was easy, the bulb holders had fallen out. Now the heater...
• FS: 3 Vanagons in Orlando, FL
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Thu, 15 Jan 2004 10:18:47 -0800
  ...didn't look in the spare holder), power mirrors, spoiler, body side molding, front seats only, auto trans, motor in place less heads. Clearcoat...
• Re: poptop paint
  Historical mailing list - Mark Milby
  Thu, 11 Jun 2015 11:32:55 -0400
  ...Cheaper than automotive > paint too. > > > > Mike Holm > -- Mm
• Re: Rubber Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:36:03 -0400
  ...http://www.clipsandfasteners.com/SearchResults.asp Jeff On Jul 24, 2009, at 5:22 PM, Automatic digest processor wrote: > Date: Fri, 24 Jul 2009...
• Re: Cracked expansion tank
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Mar 95 16:32:42 gmt
  ...It is a "design feature" that you >cannot repair them! I claim that the goal of >automotive design these days is the following: >You...
• Re: Last call for overheating help
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 07:35:05 -0500
  The hand-held temp sensor units are standard automotive diagnostic tools these days. Can be acquired from a variety of automotive supply houses. John...
• Re: Replacing Voltage Regulator.
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:32:43 -0700
  ...to compress and hold the graphite pins in place before inserting the VR... I've had to opt for a AutoZone product, which has...
• Re: Wheel C-clip
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Friedman
  Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:37:53 +0000
  Usually comes with the cable. Auto parts store should have it. Just bring the cable to match it ------Original Message------ From: titantic01@AOL.COM...
• Re: Buying a VW and picking it up at the factory in Germany: the Best Way(or ...
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 19:45:36 -0800
  ...That concept was officially put on hold by VW earlier this year because it > wouldn't (couldn't ) fly in the NA market. Being...
• Tail light update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Mon, 22 Dec 2003 07:53:02 -0500
  What's the deal with these? http://www.weirdstuffwemake.com/automotive/vanagon/pics/misc/NewBusTailLights.jpg What/where did you get these? Steve Delanty...
• Re: New-Spark-Plugcebo Effect
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:32:48 -0700
  ...But > when holding the heads in my hand I see that the extended reach plugs just > don't look right. > > Dennis >
• Volkswagen Show - Ottawa
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 4 Aug 2000 13:12:19 EDT
  ...I will be there with my Titan Red '87 Westy sporting the new List Stickers, new Princess Auto cup holders and STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless...
• Re: vw recall 800,000 jetta,beetles,golf, gti, r32 in u.s. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Mon, 26 Feb 2007 22:04:34 -0500
  ...Both times it failed and the auto tranny couldn't be shifted out of park due to an interlock that only opens when the...
• Re: Dashtop revamping
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 12:43:37 -0500
  this is a common occurrence in the auto industry. i've done a lot of work in plants working on paint systems and plastic...
• Re: Ground straps
  Historical mailing list - Marius Strom
  Sat, 22 Jan 2011 03:11:28 +0000
  ...The proper dimensions/pitch of the nut that holds the transmission ground strap to the auto tranny mount? -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Re: Front wheel rattle
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 8 Jul 2014 08:25:11 -0600
  ...The other side has the speedo cable going through > a square hole with a circlip holding it. > > It should be a tight tap-in...
• Tape for frame openings, update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 9 Jan 2014 17:30:34 -0500
  ...I've heard from others that the tape holds up for a long time in all kinds of weather. Turns out a friend of...
• Re: Syncro - Spare tire carrier capacity
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 12 May 1999 21:26:10 -0700
  Yes! See http://www.volkswagen.org/Vanagon to see how I did my 27" tire in the spare tire holder. At 14:20 12...
• FS: the rest of the '87
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Sat, 7 Jul 2001 18:29:36 -0400
  ...Auto tranny, ran well but the ATF was a bit dark. A/C system is 134A converted and is still sealed and holding pressure...
• Re: Anyone interested in my Vanangon? Automatic R&R
  Historical mailing list - Daniel O Stevens
  Fri, 18 May 2007 10:58:07 -0400
  Robert, <http://www.bulkpart.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=2 &Category_Code=VW-010kits> I just did a van auto trans...
• Rear hatch grommet update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 11 Jun 2017 11:38:00 -0400
  ...hold on to it! But i’m not going to redo those wires and tube again once done! Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Loving...
• Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Mon, 15 Aug 2016 19:38:17 -0700
  ...Then put on the circlip to hold >>>> the CV. >>>> >>>> Hope this helps. Feel free to ask questions. >>>> >>>> John >>>> >>
• Re: Automatic transmission, WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:55:42 -0400
  ...Automatic Transmission Vanagon : > > The shift lever is very specifically designed so you can 'grab 2nd' quickly > and easily from 3rd. > No need to hold...
• Re: Westy Fridge amperage?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 10 Jul 2001 14:02:24 -0500
  ...I've sold automatic gate operators that run on solar and a car battery and the panels I've seen over the past fifteen...
• Re: High beams not working
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 05:50:49 -0500
  ...I�ve replace them with ones from NAPA and they seem to hold up better. On my van I do not have that problem...
• Re: My Ignition switch replacement experience
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 20:49:01 -0800
  ...Van-cafe is also > appreciated for their fast service and cookies. ;) I also occasionally > purchase parts from CIP1 and autohausaz, which are also good...
• Re: Of Crotchety Knees and Autotranny Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 06:39:20 -0600
  ...And you will want the block off plate for the clutch pedal hold. When I first looked at my '85 I thought an auto...
• Re: Sink problem, where to find parts?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 8 Aug 2015 20:29:34 -0500
  ...in between or anything else holding it together? > > I don’t know what goop is. > > > Eric > > 85 GL Auto Westfalia > > > > > > On Aug 8, 2015...
• Re: alternator help - PLEASE!
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 16:36:03 -0800
  ...alternator - the one that holds the > pulley assembly on - > does not fit this new alternator. I've tried > several auto parts places > in town...
• Re: Heater flap foam replacement detail
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:51:44 -0800
  ...I don't think I made a mistake. -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott 1984 Westfalia, auto trans, Bend, Ore. On 12/10/2012 02...
• Re: Racks for Tandem Bikes?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 14 May 2007 06:45:43 -0700
  ...Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San > Juan Capistrano > >> KG6RCR > > > > > > > > > > > > > ____________________________________________________________________________________ Looking for earth-friendly autos? Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center. http...
• Re: Back bench latch
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 8 Aug 2019 22:18:57 -0400
  ...After your experience maybe I’m better off! Eric Caron 85 GL Auto > On Aug 8, 2019, at 9:05 PM, Gabriel Hourtouat <ghourtouat...
• Starting issue - low idle and wants to stall
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Sat, 2 Jul 2011 13:39:10 -0400
  ...88 auto wolfsburg edition, Engine rebuilt with 5,000 miles on it. So my van has had this issue for while now and I...
• Re: Engine Advice (Overheating?)
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Mon, 2 Mar 1998 19:12:11 -0800
  ...I was curious to find out about > how my engine will hold up while on long rides? > What I want to know is, assuming...
• Re: Dash Lights
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 13 Dec 2000 00:53:13 -0800
  ...regards, Todd Stephen Steele wrote: > David,et al: > And what about the shifter on my auto transmission? My 15 year old drivers' > permit holders...
• Favourite Free Modifications
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Sat, 13 Aug 2005 00:26:45 -0400
  ...tabe johnson/87 westy __________________________________________________________ Find your next car at http://autos.yahoo.ca
• Re: Recommend Body work /shop in Vancouver BC
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 5 Apr 2008 19:57:12 -0700
  Nah, its easy, and we did it not a year ago. :) Harm's Autobody in Whalley does quality work, and Paul Guzyk recommended the...
• Re: westy - what do you keep in your cupboards?
  Historical mailing list - Julianna Thoennes
  Mon, 14 Oct 2002 13:41:09 -0700
  ...The carbon holder (ash tray) holds a few quarters for parking, and appointment cards. Oh, and thumb screws for the awning. The floor holds...
• Re: 90 Carat 50 amp fuse for A/C: Substitution Possiblities
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Wed, 24 Nov 1999 10:07:32 -0500
  ...Went to the local Trak Auto, and they had an ATC-style 50A fuse with holder for about $5. I also bought a few...
• Re: Automatic Problems
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Thu, 7 Dec 2000 10:05:40 -0800
  ...On Thu, 7 Dec 2000 11:39:41 EST Ed Goodrow <A84Westy@AOL.COM> writes: > I had a rebuilt Auto tranny installed about 7...
• Re: Fuse panel remount advice
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
  Tue, 2 Nov 2010 11:52:16 -0500
  ...If I have removed the whole bracket, I'll use an awl to "hold" the bracket in place by placing it in one of...
• Re: Adding a baby seat to my Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Wed, 22 Apr 2009 15:40:26 -0700
  ...that Graco said > only static manual belts were ok.� Automatic belts do > not hold enough > tension. > > On 4/21/09, Jeff Palmer <jpalmer@mts...
• Van not starting, auto tranny, gear selector position dependent
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 21 Sep 2016 21:28:43 -0400
  ...Then even later it was fussy about that and I finally got it to start by holding the key in the starting position and...
• Re: poptop paint
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 11 Jun 2015 08:37:07 -0700
  ...Really nice result and the paint is taking a beating ( branches) and holdings up well. Alistair > On Jun 11, 2015, at 3:04 AM...
• poor running 84 1.9 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Matt Brickell
  Mon, 3 Apr 2000 15:54:49 EDT
  ...It is most apparent when just holding a steady slow speed such as in town driving. I would appreciate any list advice on this...
• Re: 83 sunroof Vanagon IN CHICAGO - LAST CHANCE
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Edwards
  Fri, 28 Jan 2005 20:59:05 -0600
  ...If >> anyone wants it - say now or forever hold your peace. >> >> I hate to see it go to someone (worse yet, some company) who...