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  • Re: Dead Cylinder -91 Carat - 2.1 L WBX
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Wed, 15 Oct 2014 11:03:16 -0700
    ...It works well. > > With 25 miles on a used serviced injector, maybe the issue went > unnoticed at that time? > Maybe it was poorly serviced...
  • I lost my cool!!
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Sun, 8 Jul 2012 17:03:35 -0500
    The AC in my red 88 GL slowly was losing it's cool, so I decided to service he system myself. Bought an AC...
  • silicone sealant removal
    Historical mailing list - Bulley-Hewlett & Associates
    Mon, 2 Nov 1998 20:07:56 -0500
    ...Wood. :) At some point in its 16 years of service, a service tech somewhere in the world sealed the gap between the rubber top...
  • Re: R12-R134a and the dealer.
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 14 Jul 1998 14:59:14 EDT
    ...NC would receive my highest praise for thorough, competant, and fair service. I regret that the VW dealer nearest me in Raleigh, (Southern States...
  • Re: Crisp detailed Jpegs from Vanagon Microfiche wanted - please help
    Historical mailing list - Melissa E. Mourkas
    Mon, 22 Feb 1999 13:36:22 -0500
    ...There are microfilm service bureaus all over the North American continent (look in Yellow Pages under Microfilming) which can print each page out on...
  • Re: How Many Tows Does it Take to Get Canceled by AAA? (LONG)
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Tue, 24 Jul 2001 18:32:57 EDT
    ...over the 100 miles by sacrificing another service call. >> Maynard, You have done a great service for the Brotherhood of the Vanagone. I propose...
  • T-Mobile
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
    Fri, 7 May 2004 23:38:11 -0700
    ...Can we talk about T-Mobile cell service............same questions....
  • Re: LP tank service near San Francisco?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Fri, 23 Jun 2006 19:01:36 -0700
    ...The experience was less than "ideal". ; ) I > had them replace the service valve and regulator. They basically used > the wrong regulator. It works, but...
  • FW: Re: Seattle newspaper ad for Vanagon service
    Historical mailing list - Anderson,Chuck
    Tue, 14 Aug 2007 18:08:19 -0600
    ...Seattle newspaper ad for Vanagon service If I get all three "Parts Repair and Love" do I get a free 'cigarette' afterwards. ;-) David (dsl82westy...
  • Bearing service
    Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
    Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:04:17 -0000
    Anyone tried to lubricate the sliding door ball bearing ( 1987 Westy) without major disassembly? Thanks for suggestions. Ark.
  • Test
    Historical mailing list - DaveC
    Mon, 18 Mar 2002 16:00:40 -0800
    Testing my new DSL service... Dave -- Dave Carpenter Whatever you wish for me, May you have twice as much.
  • Re: Air in the system
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Thu, 10 Oct 2002 23:41:56 -0600
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  • Dometic clean and repair?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Lightfoot
    Tue, 13 Mar 2007 18:41:21 -0700
    Any one know a good Dometic repair service or person in the Oakland/East Bay area?
  • Re: OT - Elvis Radio - All Elvis, all the time
    Historical mailing list - Jason Kirk
    Tue, 29 Jun 2004 18:01:38 -0700
    ...I'm looking at this > post > > as OT spam. > > > Sorry to hear you didn't like the service. With over 100 channels, most > people...
  • Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
    Sat, 12 Jun 2004 11:54:41 -0500
    ...In any dealership, you have 3 profit centers - vehicle sale, service, and parts. Most manufacturers (domestic and foreign) have a dedicated regional parts manager...
  • Re: To those '83-'85 Vanagon folks
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 7 Sep 1994 02:34:53 -0500 (EDT)
    ...this is what vw says: > from Service Bulletins, Model Year 1987 > A slight "internal" compression leak into the coolant system of a water- > cooled...
  • Exhaust gas analyzer needs home
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 6 Dec 2001 13:11:25 -0500
    ...It had just been serviced and was working fine with new "optical bench" just before I brought it home. There's a spare set...
  • Re: Van-Cafe using cookies for packing supplies ;)
    Historical mailing list - Paul
    Sat, 19 Nov 2011 14:12:45 -0800
    ...Van Cafe and Cookies > Always great service, good prices and near instant shipping from Van Cafe. > And I for one like the cookies! > BTW...
  • Re: Ah, excuse me... (was: Re: Bosch Service Media)<F>
    Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
    Fri, 4 Feb 2000 12:52:17 -0800
    ...nor have I ever - to the best of my knowledge - needed >service to my injection unit - especially from the media! My Digifant - or >Digijet...
  • Service Outlet Gaskets / upgrade? / replace?
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Myers
    Wed, 16 Aug 2006 08:47:48 -0400
    I have been derusting the van this summer and started work around the service outlets. The original gaskets are in need of replacement. I...
  • Who does work on Eberspachers?
    Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
    Sun, 9 Dec 2007 16:16:52 -0800
    ...They are SO delicate here, yet it requires their removal to service the switch. VERY poor design. After 30 yrs, the nuts are so...
  • Re: Rust Prevention Service - ziebart.com/penetr_oil
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Sun, 12 Apr 2009 14:02:23 -0500
    Ziebart and similar services are very popular where I come from - Western NY State. They spray more than just an oil - they spray on...
  • Re: San Francisco Advice needed
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Fri, 21 Dec 2012 23:49:19 -0800
    ...IIRC, they do not have 24 hours service. On the plus side, their older trains look like Vanagons. :-) > > > BenT > sent from my electronic leash...
  • Re: Memorial Service for Michele Moriarty
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:29:49 -0500
    ...Memorial Service for Michele Moriarty > Friends, > > Some of you already know that my wife Michele died recently after a nine > year struggle with cancer...
  • Thanks for Advise
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 16 May 1996 15:31:40 -0400
    ...I argued with the service manager and the mechanic, oops, I mean service technician, and they stood firm on their 5 hour labor estimate...
  • Re: Considering an engine swap for the past decade, but WBX just keeps going
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 27 Nov 2014 10:47:20 -0800
    ...Poor service in the automotive world > is not Vanagon specific. Hydraulic lifters are also not unique to this > engine nor are their limitations and...
  • Re: customer service opinion needed about list vendor
    Historical mailing list - David McClelland
    Fri, 5 Jan 2001 17:57:32 -0500
    ...customer service opinion needed about list vendor >Please keep your dealings with venders >to yourself. You will hurt the Bus >Depot rep and could...
  • Re: carpet alternatives
    Historical mailing list - B
    Wed, 1 Oct 2008 19:01:51 -0700
    ...I wanted to know if you left > provisions to remove the fridge when it needs to be serviced. With > the flooring > there the fridge...
  • Re: Syncro fuel sender ground fix
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:22:42 -0700
    ...Yes, Syncros have a serviceable filter inside the tank. Here is a link for the GoWesty kit so you can see the service parts...
  • Re: Westfalia Waste Water Tank?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:48:00 -0600
    ...http://EuroCampers.com 888-797-5994 - orders 636-337-7700 - customer service On Jan 31, 2011, at 6:26 PM, Loren Busch wrote: > On...
  • Martha Temporary E-mail address
    Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
    Wed, 4 Jan 95 7:48:33 PST
    Hi Folks, Martha wanted me to relay another message to you that it looks like her regular service will be off line longer than...
  • Re: AUTO TRANS
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 6 Feb 2006 16:37:39 -0600
    ...It is not "Used Servicable", > >It' not "Used ServicEable". >but >It's more like "Used Serviceable"!! :-D > >Sorry for your difficulty with language Number...
  • Re: At the pump ...
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Fri, 29 Jun 2007 21:37:40 +0000
    ...Anyway, I'm old enough to remember full-service stations when they really offered full service (gas, check oil, water, and battery, air in...
  • Re: service question
    Historical mailing list - Bill
    Sat, 25 Apr 1998 23:26:01 -0600
    > For tune-up parts I use BOSH only, not "wana be" Bosh parts. Bad spelling......that's BOSCH
  • Re: customer service opinion needed about list vendor
    Historical mailing list - Javier Zavala
    Fri, 5 Jan 2001 17:43:14 -0500
    I agree with Ron. Javier Zavala 84 1,9LGerman Westy 00 Prospector hovercraft
  • Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    Historical mailing list - Subject: Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    February 29, 1992
    ...The following applies IN ADDITION to tests listed in the Service Microfiche. . * refer to appropriate wiring diagram * disconnect coolant level sensor electrical connector * check...
  • Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    Historical mailing list - Subject: Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    February 29, 1992
    ...The following applies IN ADDITION to tests listed in the Service Microfiche. . * refer to appropriate wiring diagram * disconnect coolant level sensor electrical connector * check...
  • Vanagon - "Introductory Service Information"
    Historical mailing list - Dan Wohlers
    Fri, 16 Jul 2004 12:21:10 -0700
    Hi Volks, I ran across an ebay auction a week or so ago for a "Water Cooled Vanagon Introductory Service Information" manual from 1983...
  • Reply from AT&T/BellSouth Part I.
    Historical mailing list - DadnotGrandad
    Mon, 19 May 2008 08:31:23 -0700
    ...Cross AT&T Broadband Email Support AT&T(R) FastAccess DSL Service 888-321-2375 AT&T(R) Dial Internet Service 800-436-8638
  • FS: '89 Carat van and '84 Wolfsburg Sunroof van in PA
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 10 Oct 2000 07:06:08 EDT
    ...brand new complete exhaust system, new rear drums, new w/s, inspected, tranny service, $$ invested in service, runs great.. OR '84 Wolfsburg Edition Sunroof...
  • the Virtual Garage
    Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
    Fri, 7 Jul 1995 09:53:58 CST6CDT
    ...He says it gets him 'money for nothing and chicks for free' Service Manager: Joel Walker. You've always wanted a service manager like...
  • Re: idea? The Vanagon in RV parks.
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 27 Oct 2013 22:41:51 -0700
    ...They want to make $$$$ and the Forest Service wants them to (too) so they will continue to operate the area. I'm sure as...
  • Re: Repair nightmare on vacation! (long)
    Historical mailing list - John
    Tue, 25 Jul 2000 13:26:50 -0400
    ...As a young VW technician I attended a VW school and performed W10 service on type 1, 2 & 3 vehicles, ALL with age related...
  • Re: Vendors, of Warmer Wagen
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
    Mon, 24 Jan 2000 22:38:35 -0800
    ...The lowest price, the highest quality service, the most helpful through the phone, the most pleasant, always ready for you attitude. The price, delivery...
  • Re: 85 Westy Tires
    Historical mailing list - Michael W Peterson
    Wed, 8 Nov 2006 15:06:51 -0600
    ...Actually, the pain was finding a tire shop that actually wanted to provide customer service. Lots of shops said they would check if they...
  • Pop top replacement for '87 Westy in Chicago
    Historical mailing list - Jenny Fontaine
    Fri, 12 Jun 2015 13:57:27 -0500
    Hi All, I am currently having my '87 Westy serviced and am looking forward to getting her back on the road. Before I can...
  • Bus Depot Now Hiring
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:00:10 -0500
    ...has an opening for a customer service rep in Perkiomenville, PA (roughly midpoint between Philly, Allentown, and Reading). Benefits include group health insurance, a...
  • Re: Seattle secrets and an oil filler tube
    Historical mailing list - LOREN BUSCH
    Fri, 4 Mar 2005 09:55:16 -0800
    ...BTW, the service department there has a good reputation (for a dealership). The service manager was driving a Vanagon up until about two years...
  • 2.1 L - Bent Pushrods - slightly bowed
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 9 Feb 2015 07:36:48 -0600
    Is it possible to straighten a slightly bowed pushrod and return it to service? John
  • more vw tech bulletins (one might be a repeat)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sun, 17 Apr 94 01:10:29 CDT
    from Service Bulletins, Model Year 1985 .......................................................................... Technical Bulletin Group: 27 Number: 87-04
  • front heater core valve and VW show
    Historical mailing list - Dart 330
    Thu, 6 Jun 2002 21:35:22 -0500
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  • Re: Problems at the Bus Depot - Warning about poor service
    Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
    Sat, 7 Jan 2006 09:10:04 EST
    >Maybe I >will just have to keep looking........ . IN THE MIRROR.... . ;O)
  • 75K Service w/ One minor problem
    Historical mailing list - Scott Harvey
    Fri, 06 Jan 95 13:00 PST
    Just want to let everyone know that my 75K service went fine. My mechanic never called me during the day at work to say...
  • Re: rebuilding a/c compressor??
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 19 May 2008 12:02:48 -0700
    ...I just added it to my collection of Vanagon Service Manuals. :) Thanks Harold! On Mon, May 19, 2008 at 11:09 AM, Harold Teer...
  • Volkswagen of American: not my friend
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 13 Apr 1996 23:42:07 -0700
    ...Ms Giffins states that the promise of service on a vehicle is contrary to established VoA policy and that the Customer Service Rep(Eric...
  • Re: Finally In the process of painting our 87 Westy Installing new pop top canvas etc
    Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
    Fri, 18 Sep 2015 12:36:36 -0700
    ...Fast and friendly service - and cookies! > > BD good, but slow unless you pay for expedited service. > > Karl Wolz > Sent from my electronic umbilicus > >> On...
  • BAD gas mileage and injector service
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
    Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:55:53 -0400
    ...the quality of their work and fairness of price for such services. Along with that, any other thoughts on why I'm burning fuel...
  • Re: How high do I lift the wee beastie?
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Sat, 20 Nov 2010 12:27:46 -0700
    ...This gets the tranny out so you can service it and generally spiffy things up, both on tranny and van body, above. Doug, if...
  • Re: Dealing w/ eBay vendors who want non-eBay sale
    Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
    Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:39:15 -0400
    ...Go into the subaruvanagon@yahoogroups.com archives you will find many report of people buying from them and having good service (exhaust manifold maybe...
  • Re: Vanagons and part
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Wed, 2 Sep 2009 09:30:29 -0400
    ...If you'll stop in to a convenient Mercedes service department, we'll repair it for you. Thank you." The radio came back up...