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  • Re: Frustrated in Minnesota
    Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
    Mon, 13 Oct 2003 09:11:44 -0700
    Hey Larry, I don't think there is an easy way to get the trim in while the windows are still in. If you...
  • Re: Propane and refrigerator success
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 28 Jun 2015 08:27:11 -0700
    ...much better than that small > 'sight-window' that some have. Mine have all worked quite well. Yes, > they are small...but so are Vanagons...
  • Re: Removing interior heat (was window tint physics)
    Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
    Sun, 9 Mar 2003 16:24:23 -0500
    Good question! Yes, as others already pointed out, there are makers of the solar-powered window fans for venting the interior. Now here's...
  • Re: Removing Power mirrors, outside only method
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Mon, 25 Jun 2007 15:52:54 -0700
    Another way is to leave the door panel intact, remove the power window glass, (flip tab up or down in center of mirror between...
  • Re: Rear window washer line problem
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 3 Mar 2010 12:45:21 -0800
    I suppose shrinkable tubing could work, but why not a small piece of rubber hose to join the two broken plastic parts ? Thin-wall...
  • Custom cabinet
    Historical mailing list - B Feddish
    Thu, 19 May 2016 11:34:01 -0400
    Has anyone built a small cabinet to the left of the stove/fridge unit in the Westy that would hang under the tray? I...
  • Helpful tool for canvas replacement
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Fri, 28 Feb 2014 09:12:30 -0800
    ...http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-TEK4-4-Volt-Screwdriver-HP53LK/202351930 Use a new small Phillips bit and put the screws in a...
  • Re: Window tinting
    Historical mailing list - M.Grant
    Fri, 3 Feb 1995 15:14:13 +0000 (GMT)
    ...Off the top of my head I think its about 3 quid a small bottle, but you normally only need a couple of drops...
  • Keyless entry and alarm..combined..
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 10 Jun 2008 16:05:58 -0700
    ...I do have a small sign on each window saying "Beware of the Dog" that warns the unwary as they approach my van..Before...
  • Re: Door Speaker Size- Stock
    Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
    Sun, 15 Aug 2010 13:21:08 -0700
    ...The ones he used stuck out too far for the > window cranks, so when I bought the van the window cranks were > laying up...
  • Re: OT: Window Glass
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Mon, 4 Feb 2002 14:44:53 -0800
    ...No one noticed those small scratches but I did > > and it > > reminded me of my ignorant error for years until I sold the car...
  • Re: Site for Window-mounted Westy A/C
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 24 May 2002 11:25:32 -0500
    ...a site on how to hang a small A/C unit on > the > driver's door window of a Westy. Unfortunately that email is...
  • Body Work???
    Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
    Mon, 8 Feb 1999 13:24:20 -0400
    ...I also have a couple small dents in the roof and some odd pings here and there. Mostly there is just a fair amount...
  • Re: Source for driver's side body repair panel?
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Sun, 13 Apr 2003 15:08:24 EDT
    ...of the window, after it straightens out. This gives it small welds on a solid surface. And more importantly, a small body repair area...
  • Re: replacing window glass seals
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 20 Nov 2013 05:39:59 -0500
    ...The two centre windows are the hardest ones to remove as they are a tighter fit than the others due to the aluminum frame...
  • Window Mechanism
    Historical mailing list - Stan Harrison
    Fri, 25 Jul 2003 19:21:51 -0400
    ...Gear is on window crank shaft. Only trick is to put a small C clamp on door structure or some such to support window...
  • Re: He's at it again
    Historical mailing list - P.Dooley
    Wed, 3 Nov 2004 21:44:04 -0500
    Haha! One guy bought a VW rear window from this seller for $1. The shipping on the item was $15. Hmmmmm, the packing material...
  • Re: FS: Propex HS2000
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Fri, 11 May 2007 16:48:05 -0700
    ...I can make a video/sound if ou want? I feel it's about the same as > small electric heater. Me, i find it...
  • Re: Rooftop A/C Experiences
    Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
    Fri, 13 May 2011 12:53:40 -0700
    I have a small generator, and I also have built an A/C carrier bracket for the passenger window. This is all fine when...
  • Re: EuroVan Front Seats
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 12 Sep 1995 14:28:34 -0400 (EDT)
    ...of yore...The EV Weekender has the poptop, a small fridge under one of the jump seats, a table, sliding windows, flourescent light.. RIc
  • Re: Rear Side window slider now at GoWesty
    Historical mailing list - Oxroad
    Sat, 11 Jun 2011 14:06:32 -0700
    ...Sliders cutting people's arms off must not factor large in RSA. > > And yes, on small window vans got them too. > > BTW, there's...
  • Re: OT: Window Glass
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Mon, 4 Feb 2002 16:46:06 -0700
    ...No one noticed those small scratches but I did > > > and it > > > reminded me of my ignorant error for years until I sold the car...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Need to cool off!
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Thu, 25 Jul 2013 19:12:20 -0500
    ...I have 'heard' that Smallcar in Tacoma http://www.smallcar.com/index.php can put an in dash AC unit in, you'd need...
  • Re: WESTY AIR CONDITIONER IDEA
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Sun, 14 Sep 2003 20:00:06 -0700
    ...get one of those cheap > small window a/c units and build a 2x4 cradle for it to sit in up in the > poptop...
  • Re: speakers sizes: what fits?
    Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
    Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:36:06 -0800
    ...I have power windows so that hole is occupied by the stock window motor. Best of luck. For pics, I'd search on thesamba...
  • Re: keeping window rubber in good condition
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Tue, 12 Mar 2002 13:02:54 -0800
    ...I use either with a small towel to hit the trim around all the windows and it really makes things glow. I find that...
  • Re: Window Crank Door Speaker Handle "FIX"?
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:25:59 -0500
    ...Not cheap to fabricate in small quantity. Make 10,000 Pcs and yes they come down, Just not feasible to make in small bits...
  • Re: SA dash? was:Re: Custom Instrument Pod
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
    Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:24:46 EST
    ...On the 91 Vanagon this "shelf" runs the length of the bus from the front vent wing window to the far rear side window...
  • I finally installed my window A/C
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Layton
    Sat, 20 Jul 1996 09:45:22 -0400 (EDT)
    Now tha summer session is almost over I had the time yesterday to install my window A/C. The unit is a Goldstar and...
  • Re: 89 + Rear window vents transplanted in an 85 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 24 Jan 2006 18:16:50 -0800
    ...On 1/24/06, John Bange <jbange@gmail.com> wrote: > > > And on the rear window fixed vent issue. I have an 83 Westy with...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Friday question- will this break your window??
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Fri, 11 Dec 2009 22:15:27 -0700
    ...It happens when volks are having their cars worked on and already have a chip or small/short crack. The shop people pull the...
  • Fw: Re:Sliding windows / Rear Ventilation/ rear exhaust vents / D pillar opening windows FIXED LINKS
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Fri, 22 Oct 2004 16:45:10 -0700
    ...You can make your own as I did for a lot less I am using these in place of window tint which I found...
  • AC Bracket
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Wed, 3 Aug 2005 12:40:03 -0700
    ...The frame was built for a Wolfsburg so it won't fit on a Westy with the smaller sliding windows. Nothing against Westies, I...
  • Re: What kind of sliding window is not a vanagon window but looks a whole heck of a lot like one?
    Historical mailing list - Mike South
    Thu, 1 Jan 2015 00:53:03 -0600
    ...Window Seal Center Sliding Window; 80-84 left or right, 85-91 left only. Finest quality German/European made. (Euro look; no 'chrome' trim...
  • Re: Brazil new buses. was Re: Buying a VW and picking it up at the factory in Germany:
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 30 Nov 2004 23:58:36 +1300
    ...these Bays had the 50s small tailgate (with big window added), hinged 60s-type cargobay doors and 60s-type small side-windows; they also...
  • FS: 93 EV MV, Atlanta
    Historical mailing list - Louis Rumanes
    Fri, 20 Mar 1998 12:15:51 -0500
    ...Teal, 5-speed manual trans, AC, pwr windows, locks, mirrors. Small fridge, fold-down table, storage, rear hatch bug screen, curtains. , $22,000.00...
  • looking for small interior parts for 87 wolfsburg edition
    Historical mailing list - Paul Bucco
    Fri, 9 Jun 2000 01:06:21 EDT
    ...ibuyvws@aol.com jersey shore 87 Wolfsburg Edition Vanagon/Money Pit 71 Squareback Automatic 65 21 Window Deluxe Bus
  • Trips and streets 2001
    Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
    Thu, 19 Apr 2001 18:20:14 EDT
    ...because I can download a small map from it for anywhere in the North America, onto my HP Jornada pda running WindowsCE. Steve Cotsford
  • Re: Rear Glass Shattered!
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 29 Jun 2007 09:33:34 EDT
    ...few years back and kicked up a small stone and sent it thru his westys rear window.. chris ************************************** See what's free at http...
  • Re: another power window question
    Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
    Sun, 6 May 2007 21:03:03 -0500
    ...I think the main concern with power windows is small kids and/or animals. Having them only work with the key in the ignition...
  • Re: Questions about (making) 3 window Westy Canvas
    Historical mailing list - Bess's Buddies
    Thu, 6 Dec 2001 19:51:02 -0800
    ...I have only the font window and many times have wished for the >other >> two. Looking out is a small consideration, but ventilation is...
  • Re: Rear Sliding window modificaiton - Success
    Historical mailing list - Daniel O Stevens
    Mon, 1 Aug 2011 17:46:51 -0400
    ...Rear Sliding window modificaiton - Success Dan, Good jod. I have a couple of questions. 1) Do you sale these yet? 2) Xan you make...
  • splitwindow earings
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 6 May 1997 17:25:32 -0400 (EDT)
    ...The earing is a cream-over-red sunroof (21 window?), British model ( cargo doors on the left side). Jeanne has a a small number...
  • Re: AC in a westy?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 29 Jul 2002 12:24:27 -0500
    ...saw a vanagon today with a small ac unit mounted in the window! > Anybody know anything about window unit ac for when you're...
  • Car Stereo Upgrade Questions - For 89 Carat with Power Windows
    Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
    Tue, 23 Sep 2003 00:12:10 -0400
    ...have power windows that you can only replace the existing 4� speakers that are there and cannot add lower 6x9 or smaller units in...
  • Re: Stickers - Vanagon.com
    Historical mailing list - Fin Beven
    Wed, 14 Jul 2004 08:56:24 -0700
    ...for a small mirror image sticker for a right passenger side window. If I was to have some sets of two small sticker, same...
  • Re: Poptop Screen repair/replacement
    Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
    Thu, 7 Jun 2001 18:47:54 -0700
    ...What can be done is to apply some regular screen fixer material from the hardware store if the rips are small enough. Another solution...
  • do front Syncro tires wear faster than rear?
    Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
    Wed, 4 Apr 2001 22:14:37 -0400
    ...Any observations? I may have to rotate and put the smaller tires on the back instead of the front. TIA Ch Carl Hansen 856...
  • Easiest Window Crank Spacer---
    Historical mailing list - Terry K.
    Sat, 11 May 2002 22:39:36 -0500
    Today I replaced my front door speakers on my 87 Westy--with Rockford Fosgate, 4' 2 ways---and the window crank hitting the speaker...
  • Re: Portable Air Conditioner
    Historical mailing list - Fjazzbass
    Fri, 22 Apr 2016 10:41:01 -0400
    ...The way window units work, that doesn't happen. On another note, I took a look at the noria unit Ned pointed out. I...
  • Re: Vanadogs
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Tue, 04 Jun 1996 09:23:00 -0700 (PDT)
    ...It >just doesn't work. > >They each get a window to stick their head out of and I get to clean >the windows and...
  • Re: Rear window washer line problem
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Berg
    Wed, 3 Mar 2010 16:24:26 -0500
    ...I found a small tubing or vacuum splice at the FLAPS that bridged the gap. I think was from a variety pack and I...
  • Re: body panel repair
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Ensing
    Fri, 14 Mar 2003 09:08:23 EST
    ...rear quarter from the window down but behind the body seem. My question is what is the best way to deal with this? Grind...
  • Re: Seeking advice for fixing many small rust spots
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:21:09 +0000
    ...Again, several Bays I've done had a small amount of rust creeping out from under the window seals, but when I pulled the...
  • Re: Vanagon Security Challange... Was RE: How to break into....
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Sat, 31 Oct 1998 08:43:57 -0800
    ...The best vehicle break-in my mom was >noted for involved a running car with a very small child inside. No one >could open...
  • buses fer sale (HOT VWs) ...
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 25 Apr 96 08:38:41 CDT
    ...No rust, very good condition. (619) 967-1591 (CA) <picture shows small, straight-up, pop-top, sink behind passenger seat, 11-window bus> 1970...
  • Re: Window cranks
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron 96
    Mon, 6 Jul 2026 18:54:35 -0400
    I just purchased a nice pair at Bus fusion that a Canadian small vendar had and I like them. I also have the GW...
  • leak
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 28 Mar 1997 16:30:48 -0500 (EST)
    ...fine and temp was perfect had to close windows what causes this ? 2] saw a small puddle under engine after Iparked for a while...
  • Magnetic Window Screens
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Mon, 24 May 2010 22:46:27 -0400
    ...I've been making and selling magnetic window screens for the last few years and since were going into the summer months I'm...
  • Re: Those damn door mirrors...
    Historical mailing list - Steve Elfelt
    Tue, 10 Aug 1999 16:08:13 -0400
    ...A window shop shattered the mirror when trying to remove it, so they cut one just a bit smaller and simply stuck it in...