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  • Battery current limiting device??
    Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
    Mon, 20 May 1996 14:15:39 CST6CDT
    It seems to be consensus that the correct way to hook up an aux battery in our vans is to use a 'combiner' relay...
  • Re: WARNING: Lighting upgrade hazard
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Tue, 24 Dec 2002 13:09:38 -0800
    Sometimes triple A will let you combine two 100 mile tows, and even if they don't you can have them tow it half...
  • Re: You too can have a Synchro for only $95,000
    Historical mailing list - Roman Haag
    Sun, 11 Jun 2017 09:04:16 -0400
    ...such as this, the wording, the phrases used, the hubris, all combine to make me retch. > > :-) > > Alistair > >> On Jun 10, 2017, at 10:36...
  • Re: Nytrogen and tires
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 19 Oct 2015 16:46:13 -0400
    ...I believe pressure change as a percentage per degree will be essentially the same no matter what gas or combination of gases is used...
  • Re: V6 vanagon, with 4 speed auto tranny
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:05:14 -0700
    ...His CL ad states that he has "proven" the combination. No pics???? Is the Samba thread talking about his 2nd creation? Seems odd to...
  • Re: FS CA - Oakland/Berkeley ok,how bout an 87 Syncro Adventurewagen? :)
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Tue, 6 Apr 1999 00:11:55 +0200
    ...not even me!), it is a half-panel converted to a combi, and with two sliders. Anyway, its a '89 for $5000. PerL 88...
  • Re: New tranny for a 1.6l TD westy...
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Fri, 13 Oct 2000 17:23:18 EDT
    ...The combination of insulation and sound system seriously eliminates engine noise. My daughter thinks I'm going deaf. Howeverr, I'm sure I measure...
  • Rear View Mirror Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
    Sun, 19 May 2002 12:55:59 -0400
    ...Now I have found something more useful to put in place of the mirror, a combination electronic compass and thermometer unit. For a photo...
  • Radiator/Engine running temps
    Historical mailing list - Phil S.
    Wed, 17 Jul 2002 10:31:25 -0700
    ...Well, my Radiator always stays about 140-150F degrees while my engine is running at 195-210F degrees.....are these normal temp combinations in...
  • Re: Riddle me this and Riddle me that - Strange "Leak"
    Historical mailing list - Tom Stone
    Sun, 20 Apr 2003 19:29:44 EDT
    ...With the right combination of events, the coolant could easily end up somewhere other than directly in front of the heater. Tom Illinois
  • Re: RE - Sliding door screen
    Historical mailing list - Anders Lundin
    Tue, 8 Jul 2003 05:57:47 +0200
    ...RE - Sliding door screen On the screen I added to my 89 westy I used a combination of velcro tape up the side by...
  • Made it to Boise [little vanagon content]
    Historical mailing list - Jeremy Speer
    Tue, 5 Apr 2005 10:07:01 -0600
    ...We had horrible headwinds across Iowa and Wyoming that, combined with the slow, constant climb toward The Divide, reduced our maximum speed to about...
  • Re: Gas mileage
    Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
    Thu, 23 Feb 2006 19:28:37 -0800
    ...Just got 20.1 mpg combination city/interstate driving in my 85 1.9. Real happy with this . Winter time,the mileage usually drops...
  • Re: Solar
    Historical mailing list - Mark C
    Tue, 6 May 2008 21:50:57 -0700
    ...Solar > What Interstate batteries? > Yes the 386 CL is a basic combiner and will work well with a solar or > other charger connected to...
  • Re: Belt replacement tips???
    Historical mailing list - Jerry Baker
    Sun, 25 Nov 2007 15:05:27 -0600
    TOOLS REQUIRED 1/4" drive ratchet 13mm deep well socket 13mm combination wrench 12" flat tip screwdriver or small pry bar. small flat tip...
  • Re: 83.5/84 connector to 85+ panel checklist
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:24:19 -0700
    ...panel ground, brown) and two (ground for the hazard > switch, brown) combine and go to pin three. > > Pin four (high beam, blue/white) moves...
  • Re: Original Colors for a 67 TII
    Historical mailing list - David Easterwood
    Fri, 28 Apr 1995 08:30:26 -0400
    ...particular, a friend of mine needs to know the different color >combinations for his recently acquired Deluxe Sunroof. Two that I know are Sea...
  • Re: Shocks
    Historical mailing list - Dave C
    Sat, 1 Apr 2000 18:37:42 -0500
    ...on suspension, talking about KYB shocks: "On >a Vanagon, the proper combination is GR2 in the front and Gas-Adjust >in the rear. " > >Any...
  • Re: What kind of vanagons are we driving
    Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
    Sat, 18 Mar 2000 12:31:22 -0500
    ...installing windows, gas heater (very useful in Texas) and seat/bed > combination... 3rd owner. 200.000 km about 150.000 miles. 1.7l diesel...
  • Re: Winter camping heat: PROPEX heaters available again!
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Tue, 3 Dec 2002 22:44:05 -0700
    ...The combination of heater and effective sleeping bag/bed-clothing, will keep most people toasty down to below "0". If I leave the pop...
  • Re: Randomly Parking Wipers
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Tue, 5 Apr 2005 12:18:47 -0600
    ...The parking is a combination of the relay and the motor. ���������������������������������������� jimt Planned insanity is best. Remember that sanity is optional. http://www.tactical...
  • [NVC] Digital Camera
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 3 Jul 2005 08:53:56 -0500
    ...lot of lenses) and think I need something that is a combination of camcorder and digital camera. I guess a "one size does all...
  • Re: '85 engine number
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
    Tue, 20 Nov 2001 18:24:13 EST
    ...You have the later version dual purpose or combined switch. As far as I know there were only two versions of the '85 (US...
  • Re: Mono Tube vs Twin Tube Shocks (dampers)
    Historical mailing list - Edward Barger
    Thu, 14 May 2020 10:14:37 -0700
    I have the go westy modified heavy duty on my 87 westy it has general tire grabbers It seems to be a good combination...
  • Oil & filters &
    Historical mailing list - Michael Hart
    Wed, 26 Feb 2014 10:00:49 -0800
    ...I am using the same oil/filter combination in my 1980 Triumph TR7 engine (the same filter fits exactly), immediately solved bad valve noise...
  • Re: SubWoofer Installation & Cuttin'up Your Westy
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:02:07 -0400
    ...isn't visible because it's hidden by the carpet.) The combination sounds great, yet there are no visible modifications to the interior. - Ron...
  • Re: Dormobile roof fit???
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 26 Mar 1996 16:00:16 -0500
    ...roof please be aware that dormobile campers were made on sunroof combis bodies. These had the subfloors pans to give structural soundness to make...
  • Re: Tool Pontifications
    Historical mailing list - Hotch
    Wed, 08 Jan 1997 11:04:08 -0500
    ...Harbor Freight] > > >still $25 for a set of Chinese combination wrenches up > >to 32mm is unbeatable, go price one single Craftman wrench over 19mm...
  • Avalanche of postings
    Historical mailing list - Macon Cowles
    Wed, 23 Jul 1997 19:40:46 -0600
    ...Other listserves that I am on combine all mails received within 8-16 hours on a single message. I just returned from four days...
  • Re: check/change master cylinder
    Historical mailing list - Ron Bloomquist
    Fri, 8 Dec 2000 08:35:24 -0800
    ...This morning I combined all the replies and suggestions and printed them out. I now have a nice four page booklet with which to...
  • Re: Rear Wiper Question
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Fri, 4 May 2001 05:46:16 EDT
    ...What magic combination of movement am I missing? Maybe I lost a fuse? >> Chris, Push the stalk forward. That should give you a squirt...
  • Re: '82 Westy 5 cyl TD conversion project for sale]
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Sun, 7 Oct 2001 02:37:10 EDT
    Just wanted to comment to interested parties that this is a very strong combination. I haven't gone through the SA bell housing details...
  • propane tank float question
    Historical mailing list - Ivan Boyd
    Wed, 10 Jul 2002 10:21:31 -0600
    ...pulling the stem out before replacing it with a stem/float combination. I'm wondering if anyone has had experience doing this on a...
  • Re: Changing the Westfalia Submersible
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Fri, 25 Jun 2004 21:57:05 -0700
    ...Hooked the > new pump and it runs!! > > Who know what is best to clean out the nasty old dusty lines? I used a combination...
  • Re: What's in YOUR Git Box/Bug-out Bag
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Sat, 3 Feb 2007 09:28:03 -0800
    ...Why not combine work with play and "Do 66" in your vanagon self contained. Spring will be nice in the land of AZ and...
  • Re: Noisy CV's and vibration?
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 23 Jan 2004 10:36:37 -0600
    ...So you have the worst possible combination... worn, almost to the failing point parts combined with little or no lub. Now add to that...
  • Re: Honest question for the group
    Historical mailing list - Chris S.
    Fri, 6 Jun 2014 18:58:39 -0400
    ...and I believe that VW and Audi have used this same combination in many of their vehicles worldwide > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
  • Re: Manual Trans Gear Oil ??
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 14 May 2013 13:58:16 -0700
    ...do not use GL-5 or the GL-4/GL-5 combination. >> >> So here is my question - assuming that information is accurate (and I...
  • Vanagon Parts Giveaway #3 Curtains
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:32:43 -0400
    ...They would either be from that or a 1986 Woflsburg "Weekender" since I sort of combined those 2 vans into one and this is...
  • Re: removing brake drums
    Historical mailing list - Armstrong, Charles L.
    Fri, 15 Jul 94 16:58:00 cdt
    ...would be surprised at how quickly moisture and brake dust can combine to produce a very strong bond. Took me about 20 minutes alternating...
  • Re: a Friday topic
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 8 Jun 2001 19:22:01 -0400
    ...to send plain text? AOL is America On Line, the biggest combination ISP and content-provider and also the owner of Netscape and Time...
  • FIICO engine conversions & TICO credit scores (NVC - FISH day)
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Fri, 7 Mar 2003 03:52:40 EST
    Remember the insurance/credit report debate? Hadn't had enough of the inline-4 masquerading as a marital aid? Why don't we combine...
  • Re: Vanagon Plastic Model question
    Historical mailing list - James Felder
    Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:01:04 -0600
    ...truck) > VW Krankentransporter (Ambulance) > VW Polezi van (police command van) > VW Combi Pesera (Mexican taxi/bus) > > Anybody know of any others? > > Tom > '84 Vanagon...
  • 110v wiring question...
    Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
    Thu, 23 Mar 2006 00:31:50 -0500
    ...a 12v Norcold system and will be adding battery chargers, battery combiners, 12v to 110v inverters, ect.and adding a GFI to the system...
  • Re: AC Receiver Drier 253260633"D" vs 253260633"E"
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Thu, 29 Jun 2006 13:35:56 -0500
    ...It will combine with r12 to make phosgene gas. > > When charging a system, or just topping off with a refrigerant, purge your >hoses first...
  • Vanagon/Westy theme board games? Cards?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 28 Nov 2007 10:37:01 -0800
    ...Anyone seen playing cards or board games with a Vanagon and/or Westy theme? Deck of cards with Vanagon.com logo or combination of...
  • Re: Syncro clutch slave Bentley wrong page 30.8 ?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:49:52 -0800
    ...Later 2wd and Syncro had the clear plastic fluid lines rather than the metal combined with rubber. A minor oversight I'd say. You...
  • Re: Using electricity to produce hydrogen gas to lower my gas cost - is this for real?>
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 25 Mar 2008 23:22:34 +1200
    ...The hydrogen then >combines with the regular fuel to run the motor while at the same >time reducing the reliance on the regular fuel...
  • Fry-day Fun -- it's even somewhat on topic!!
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 11 Jan 2002 17:07:41 -0600
    ...Nice combination, they screwed both banks. I bought the new plugs in advance and they were all short reach plugs. I returned the plugs...
  • Re: FS: Syncro Air Filters.
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:37:28 -0700
    ...wrote: > Er ah, thats EACH or per filter shipping can be combined or I can > deliver with 40 miles of Sacramento. > > On Fri, Sep...
  • Re: etka on line with registration
    Historical mailing list - Jarrett Kupcinski
    Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:52:48 -0600
    ...markets, it's better than nothing and is another handy reference. Combine that with a Bentley, the expertise of most of the vendors, and...
  • Re: Trip report: Pilgrimage to Pulaski (vanagon intensive with pix...longish)
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:35:23 -0700
    At 7/29/2009 02:35 PM, Stephen Grisanti wrote: >I decided to combine the camping with the delivery of an alley find >to...
  • 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...
  • Re: "boxer" motors
    Historical mailing list - mike miller
    Thu, 3 Jan 2002 12:29:10 -0800
    One of the list members has one of each, Testarossa and van, and I tried to talk him into combing the two. But he...
  • Re: Shocking Thread
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Mon, 10 May 2004 20:17:29 +0000
    ...I've used the Gasajust GRT combination, and >found it to be OK, if not special. > >JT > >Curiosity Kills more Mice then Cats _________________________________________________________________ Getting...
  • Re: Piranha LED taillights
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Tue, 21 Sep 2004 08:06:03 -0600
    ...They are available in > red (tail/brake combined) and orange; they are inquiring for me as to > whether white is available (reverse). 24v or...
  • Re: books on VWs
    Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
    Sun, 28 Nov 2004 20:44:20 -0800
    ...It will give you more easy to read and diagnose engine management information than either of the first two books combined have to offer...
  • Re: Sears Tools
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Mon, 12 Jun 2006 21:08:17 -0500
    ...Didn't think I would but I do) Combination 17 and 19 (plus a 15 for the belt tensioner nut on the diesel). Two...
  • Re: Below Seat Drawer Mod
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:22:53 +1200
    ...It would however be possible to have a keylock fitted in addition to or in place of the combination lock. -- Regards Andrew Grebneff Dunedin...
  • Re: Vanagon Tool Box
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Fri, 30 Jan 2004 07:49:58 -0600
    ...Phone, AAA card. > > Seriously, 8, 10, 13, 14, 17, 19 mm combination wrenches and sockets, > spark plug socket and extension, 6 and 17 mm...