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Re: Rippin up Carpet and Cleaning headlights
Historical mailing list - James V
Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:51:03 -0700
...this weekend. �Would > like tips on what to NOT do regarding removing carpet from front area and > re-install tips. Will be cleaning it...
Re: Tips on running Speaker Wire to the Back speakers of a 86 Westy?
Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
Tue, 21 Mar 2000 17:50:02 -0800
...Tips on running Speaker Wire to the Back speakers of a 86 Westy? > > >Greetings Volks, >I'm looking for Tips on the easiest most...
Re: Screen replacement success Jonce Fancher products
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 5 Jul 2015 23:23:38 -0400
Hi Jef, You may just want to do that! She would have some tips. She said that it was a good thing she had...
Re: Repairing heater blowers
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 7 Sep 2010 07:02:39 EDT
...And now that I = have removed the blower motor, I have a few tips for anyone thinking of = doing the same job in a...
rebuilding a 2.1 engine. tips, suggestions wanted
Historical mailing list - Gary
Sun, 20 Feb 2000 20:54:15 -0700
...Is this a problem area? Any tips or suggestions would be very much appreciated. Thanks Gary
Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
Mon, 6 Apr 2020 13:31:35 -0400
...Does anyone have any tips, recommendations, warnings or comments to make? Jeering sarcastic cynicism, funny anecdotes -- all are welcome. Nervous, Gabby 86 Camper 2...
Re: Lubrication tips one at a time.
Historical mailing list - William Monk
Sat, 5 Sep 2015 09:56:37 -0400
AB wrote : "Turned out to be worn pin and hole in assembly". My experience with addressing this noise has been a worn pin and...
Re: 1.9l WBX to 2.1l WBX Swap Tips? Have a complete 2.1
Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
Wed, 22 Jan 2014 14:20:59 -0800
Found a locally rebuilt 2.1 w/all accessories, exhaust system, EFI, rails... But an auto transmission. Bringing it to Portland OR tmw. Who...
Re: [vanagon] Windshield Removal tips
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Tue, 9 Oct 2012 22:29:27 -0600
For the last windshield I had replaced, the glass-man just put his feet up on the window from the seats and pushed the...
Friday in Chicago
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Fri, 28 Sep 2012 20:23:10 -0500
...Can anybody share some tips for places to hear some good music? Blues preferably? We're arriving via Amtrak. Should be fun! Thanks Jeff
underbody sealant
Historical mailing list - James Creech
Sat, 16 Dec 2000 12:40:31 -0500
...individual cans of undercoater and what kind did you like? Any tips on keeping it out of your face while on your back? Thanks...
switching temp sensor (for dash)
Historical mailing list - Matt Sutton
Tue, 4 Feb 2003 09:07:55 -0400
...Any tips for avoiding massive coolant loss during the change over? It's on a 88 GL, with the sensor mounted in the thermostat...
Re: Tips on changing a 2.1 thermostat?
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Fri, 17 Dec 2004 05:26:43 EST
In a message dated 12/17/04 12:04:55 AM, vanagon@GMAIL.COM writes: << t's cake. Pre soak the bolts with a...
Re: List Tips WAS: Daryl Christensen/AA Transaxle's goodbye message
Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
Fri, 1 Jun 2012 09:09:29 -0600
Like Tom, I use Gmail. It is an exclusive, VW only account. My own, searchable archives, though I do delete things here and there...
Brass fuel line sleeve instalation - need installation advice
Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:09:06 -0300
...Anyone have this problem before? Anyone have installation tips? Thanks Pascal '84Westy
change vanagon mail name?
Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:16:04 -0400
...Thanks for any tips, Wesley Pegden
Re: Power steering update
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Mon, 8 Apr 2019 13:12:13 -0400
...I have a update and tips are wanted. > > Last weekend we started up the van to bring it out of hibernation. It seemed quiet...
Archive or shocks
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 2 Dec 2024 21:31:53 -0500
...My questions for the list is any tips or steps in the process? I remember jacking up the van, having the wheel at full...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 15:29:09 -0800
...Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way! Stuart DHs suggestion to clamp the XTank Hoses is a GoodOne ~ But I have changed...
Re: Sliding door hinge adjustment continued
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Thu, 28 Jun 2018 21:40:23 -0400
...So, any tips before I need to give up and wait for a replacement? Thanks for all the great tips and info. Eric Caron...
Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 5 Dec 2022 21:38:50 -0800
...My 85 is much easier. >>>> >>>> Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the >> pressure a bit? I’m...
Re: High Ratio Rockers
Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
Sat, 2 Sep 2000 20:16:03 PDT
...for a roller tip. > >> > >Even the stock adjusting screws wear the tips out and have side loading of >the valve. This wear is not...
Exhaust manifold blown - rusted bolts...tips?
Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
Fri, 1 Jun 2007 12:51:09 -0400
...the bolts are basically parts of the pipes now.  Any tips on how I should proceed?  </DIV> <DIV class=RTE> </DIV...
Re: Again...same old story...important listings going to SPAM
Historical mailing list - Ben T
Wed, 2 Jun 2021 20:38:33 -0700
...sbcglobal.net> wrote: > > Dang....this is just so frustrating....so many great tips and advice, and they go to SPAM folder. > Rich > San Diego
Re: 022D Digifant Upgrade Chip Performance Report...
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 20 Sep 2000 12:25:04 -0700
...country? Ewe should ask Andrew from NZ, he should have some tips. Maybe grab a few, good for reflocking westy pop tops. BTW, hope...
TIICo conversion folks
Historical mailing list - Spooner, Robert E.
Mon, 9 Jul 2001 07:22:33 -0400
...I would like to make contact with any other new TIICo owners, and especially experienced TIICo owners to trade installation/tuning/maintenance/etc tips...
Re: urban camping tips
Historical mailing list - pierre a. lachance
Wed, 20 Aug 2003 14:11:04 -0400
But, that's just here in Utah. Remember while here, reading on some and several other lists about boondocking and free camping , and myself...
Re: Vanagon Bush Guard /Bumpers
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Sat, 6 Dec 2003 22:56:12 -0700
...http://www.aircooled.net/new-bin/kwsearch.php Bob Stevens http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tiico _________________________________________________________________ Get holiday tips...
Re: Billy Bones' never ending story
Historical mailing list - Don Deitke
Fri, 12 Mar 2004 22:35:55 EST
Warren ~~ pull your plugs out & check out the color on the tips // whitish lean // tan to brown good // blackish rich // while you have the...
Living in your Westy
Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
Fri, 29 Oct 2004 02:54:59 -0500
I may be forced to reside/live in my Westy....when I return from my road trip....I'm need some tips/tricks and...
troubleshooting sensors
Historical mailing list - jeff seward
Tue, 7 Nov 2006 22:39:26 -0800
...any tips and tricks? am I just as well off with my multimeter to measure ohms/current? thanks. ~jeff ____________________________________________________________________________________ Sponsored Link Free Uniden 5...
Re: Technique For Removing Speedo needle? Teaspoons
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Sat, 3 Oct 2009 14:04:33 -0600
Hi Miguel,I'm pretty sure he's using the spoons concave/bowl side up with the tips/ends of the spoons under each...
Re: WTD: Passenger side windows, replacement tips
Historical mailing list
Mon, 10 Jan 2005 12:05:35 EST
...window replacement > is pretty straight-forward, but if there are any tips for doing it right I'm > all ears. > > i have a RF...
Re: Access to Westy water tank
Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
Sun, 20 Apr 2014 10:44:57 -0700
...Any tips for opening that cabinet up to remove the old one and insert the new. We custom ordered one to fit. Has no...
installing new cig outlet
Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:59:19 -0400
...Any tips would be helpful. Thanks, Andy
Port. Plat Cat
Historical mailing list - Steve
Tue, 20 Apr 1999 10:37:40 -0700
...http://www.concentric.net/~Sxs/SyncroPage.shtml Can anyone tell me tips on making my photos smaller sized files or anything else so they...
removing bolts
Historical mailing list - Sonia L Johnson
Wed, 23 Aug 2000 18:42:58 -0700
...I'd appreciate some tips! Thanks, Sonia '87 vanagon
Audi 5 cyl installation tips
Historical mailing list - Grant Bessom
Mon, 17 Sep 2001 16:02:03 -0400
I know this is a touchy subject. But here goes. I may need to take the 5cyl out of my wrecked audi and put...
Need referral to replacing short FI hose (between injectors and fuel rail)
Historical mailing list - Conrad Klahn
Mon, 5 Sep 2005 16:14:35 -0500
Hi, I am trouble finding tips/references for replacing the short FI hose between injector and fuel rail. Anyone out their with experience with...
Replacing a Water Pump
Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
Fri, 26 Aug 2005 18:43:38 -0700
...Having never done one on a Vanagon are there any tricks or tips on this adventure that anyone can offer? And how much interference...
Tips & Tricks - Heating and Air Flow Control Levers - how to change
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 24 Feb 2006 12:55:16 -0600
Subject says it all. I must replace my levers. but how the heck do you do that?? I have new ones, but I'm...
How to find out if engine was cooked?
Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
Sun, 16 Apr 2006 18:35:12 +0200
...Any good tips on what to look for (without actually pulling the heads)?
Re: Alaska trip tips
Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
Wed, 18 Apr 2007 06:38:34 -0700
I signed up for the mailing list at www.northtoalaska.com a while back. They send out mailings a couple times a year. They...
Re: Any detailing tips?
Historical mailing list - Jeff at Vanagonparts
Thu, 29 Apr 2004 22:10:21 -0700
...Any detailing tips? I believe the rule is Washing the van = leaving it out in the rain Cleaning the inside of the van = wait...
Re: Westy sliding windows.
Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
Mon, 25 Jun 2018 11:23:07 -0700
Ralph, Seems like No One answered your question, other than to offer lubrication tips ? I recently completely disassembled my sliding windows and rebuilt them...
Re: Any tips for getting the aux battery in? Seat in the way!
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Tue, 12 Jun 2007 11:40:03 -0700
...Any tips for getting the aux battery in? Seat in the way! Most of the time I appreciate German design but it seems the...
Re: 87 Westy front bumper rubber strip
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 19 Mar 2018 19:13:53 -0400
...Any tips on the install of that strip and tips on the hardware? Eric Caron 85 GL Auto On Mar 19, 2018, at 18...
Any tricks for warped door cards?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 21 Oct 2024 21:15:26 -0400
...Any tips or tricks on getting the card to return to its flat shape? Eric Caron
pulling a BEHR AC system?
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:11:54 -0400
...If you have removed/installed one of these systems, any tips ? I don't want to forget/damage anything that I will need for...
RE: VW magazines
Historical mailing list
Fri, 2 Feb 96 15:08:32 GMT
...I think its a more refined and knowlageable magazine with tech tips show reports and excellent car features. Ben Ryan '62 Camper
changing shocks
Historical mailing list - bill
Tue, 19 Aug 1997 19:43:37 -0700
...Any tips or advice? I am spraying all the bolts and nuts with Kroil tonight. BTW, these shocks are original equipment, so I expect...
Re: need cold weather tips for diesel Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
Sun, 14 Nov 1999 09:14:56 -0800
There is (was) a block heater sold by VW Canada. It is an electrical element that replaces the freeze plug nearest the flywheel on...
Re: 022D Digifant Upgrade Chip Performance Report...
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Wed, 20 Sep 2000 16:14:56 EDT
...country? Ewe should ask Andrew from NZ, he should have some tips. Maybe grab a few, good for reflocking westy pop tops. BTW, hope...
Skylight vent arms
Historical mailing list - David Cooper
Sat, 3 Feb 2001 14:55:31 EST
...Do I just bend the arms to keep them in there or do the "wheels" need to be replaced? Thanks for the tips. Coop...
Re: arm rest woes:
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Fri, 12 Jul 2002 19:59:10 -0700
...the armwrest off though. > > its the kind which has the black knob on the back to adjust angle. > > > any tips are greatly appreciated. > > jh
Synchro Kelly Bluebook
Historical mailing list - Brian T.
Mon, 3 Mar 2003 16:42:46 -0800
...FM Stereo Roof Rack Retail Value $14,525 Cheers, Brian __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
Rebuild tips
Historical mailing list - Steve W
Wed, 23 Apr 2003 13:17:40 -0700
Hello, Does anyone know where rebuild kits that offer good value might be bought? I'm going to tear into my 1983 1.9l...
Re: List Sticker Survey
Historical mailing list - Wes Ullrich
Tue, 23 Mar 2004 00:10:18 -0500
...Wes and "Elli" >Light Sky Blue......N > >White...................N > >Yellow (bright) .....Y > >Your Name....Peter/Pam Gancer _________________________________________________________________ Get tax tips, tools and access to...
Re: I get no respect
Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
Mon, 5 Apr 2004 23:34:02 +1200
...I know they drive FAST, and I know that I >drive slowly. > >Any tips, other than valium? malcolm Subaru conversion
Portland Oregon - Cheap
Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
Tue, 17 Aug 2004 01:29:22 -0500
...survive a stay this long...need some survival ideas and living tips...feel free to post here or send me an email...Thanks...Chuck....