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• Re: Last air cooled model?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 5 Feb 2002 19:14:26 -0600
  I considered upgrading my 83 to later model cast iron (replace stamped metal) lower control arms so I could mount 85 or later full...
• Retorqing Vanagon Waterboxer Heads
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Wed, 16 Oct 2002 16:08:11 +0000
  ...Step Two � Remove Rocker Arms There are two bolts holding the rocker arms onto the head. Remove both bolts and the rocker arm will...
• Re: Rusty spring perch replaced
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 14 Aug 2021 18:48:47 -0700
  ...Rusty spring perch replaced I do recite those mantras, often, believe me :-) And I have a pair of used trailing arms to refurbish. Oily...
• Re: Stripping a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:48:06 -0600
  Steering rack, including the Ujoint that connects to the steering column Trailing Arms All the door handles, locks.....including all sliding door hardware Instrument...
• Re: High Ratio Rockers
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 07:27:18 EDT
  ...Dean Lowry and I made our first ever high ratio rocker arms for the VW engines. Mine were made from a 356 Porsche and...
• vanagon trailer...
  Historical mailing list - Jason M. Yasment
  Fri, 7 May 1999 19:00:05 -0400
  ...Even if the cut is on the seam just ahead of the rear trailing arms, there still would be plenty of space for hauling...
• black plastic steering column covers, upper and lower
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 25 Jun 2003 13:35:41 EDT
  ...one that goes on top that the directional and > wiper control arms go out of and the other one clips on under the wheel...
• Re: bURNINGvAN 2005 Pictures Available
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 1 Feb 2005 11:00:04 -0800
  Carrying signs promoting the right to bare arms. Mike On 2/1/05 9:55 AM, "BenT Syncro" <syncro@gmail.com> wrote: > On Tue...
• Anybody Need Rear Swingarms
  Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
  Fri, 22 Feb 2008 02:55:09 +0000
  Awhile back I went through the painful process of removing some rear swing arms from a Syncro that was getting scrapped out. The person...
• Re: control arm bushings got the squeaks
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 22:00:12 -0600
  ...anyone have any experience with this issue ? -------------------- Clip ---------------------- 80-84 Usyally have pressed steel lower conterol arms, late 84 and up have cast arms...
• Re: 84 Westy Wolfie with 47k orig miles on Ebay
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Sat, 27 Sep 2008 13:42:49 -0400
  My original 84 Westy Wolfie which I purchased in 1987 has brown table arms, both front and rear. By the look of the stickers...
• Re: [Syncro] 16" Trailing Arms / BIG 15" Tires
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 15:05:09 -0500
  ...Re: [Syncro] 16" Trailing Arms / BIG 15" Tires >To: 80 Westy Pokey <pokey@VANAGON.ORG> >Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >horse pucky. regardless of...
• Van O Rama
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Tue, 26 Aug 2014 23:04:07 -0700
  ...our fine show could pick up a couple of Rear control arms from a Samba seller, I'd throw a couple of bucks for...
• FS: 1.25 Ratio rockers
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 23 Oct 2000 00:40:34 EDT
  I am selling my 1.25 Rhino ratio rocker arms with swivel Rhino feet, solid rocker shafts along with set of Cromoly push rods...
• Re: Home made Syncro 16" trailing arms???
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Wed, 10 Feb 1999 08:03:57 -0500
  ...For those that do not know what the difference > is between the 14" Syncro and 16" Syncro trailing arms - the 16" Syncro > trailing arm...
• Re: Lowering Busses, etc
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Jun 96 12:35:22 +0200
  ...Basically, you "wind" the trailing arms of the rear suspension. Email me for details.>> The only things is that the Vanagon has coilsprings instead...
• Different rocker arm ratios
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 29 Mar 1997 20:59:58 -0500
  Hi Volks, I remember seeking somewhere that the rocker arms that volkswagen uses are the same as those used on chevy engines. Can anyone...
• Re: Help Needed Examining 16" Version Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 31 Aug 1999 01:39:33 +0200
  ...about the > 16" version that not only were the rear trailing arms different but the big > front suspension piece that holds the front wheel...
• Re: WHY?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Sat, 20 May 2000 12:44:46 EDT
  ...And it is done with arms. That's what the second amendment says. >> Herr Doktor, Sure beats the hell out of forming a focus...
• Re: what other seats are a direct replacment incld tseats with foldable arms
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 11:33:44 -0500
  Per the pictures on the Smallcar web site, who makes a "Forester", and what is it? Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver JordanVw@AOL...
• Re: Catalina 2500 Awning
  Historical mailing list - wrd2917
  Thu, 20 Aug 1998 08:36:10 -0700
  ...I generally just place the feet of the awning > arms (the long struts extending from the awning roller) on the ground > against the base...
• There are 2 different brown velour interiors in 84-85 Westys?
  Historical mailing list - Oxroad
  Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:45:15 -0700
  ...Both have the short non-adjustable arms. Both have seemingly the same velour fabric wrapping the arms and on the outside portion of the...
• Re: Questions for the Engine Builders Re: high lift rocker arms
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sun, 24 Oct 1999 19:33:02 +0200
  CARY CHIANG wrote: > > I seem to recall that a VW magazine this spring did an article on high lift > rocker arms (maybe Fast German...
• Re: Upgrades?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:24:51 -0700
  --snip-- Some say the cast iron front control arms make it ride like a Cadillac and sting like a Beemer. --snip-- I dunno about...
• Synthetic oil
  Historical mailing list - Armstrong, Charles L.
  Thu, 18 Aug 94 08:21:00 cdt
  ...Charles Armstrong '70 Bus
• Re: SA HD Spring Rates
  Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
  Tue, 22 Jun 1999 00:16:51 -0400
  I was always under the impression that the vanagon has upper and lower control arms, not struts. Unless you are referring to the strut...
• Taller Seat Belt Clasps
  Historical mailing list - Chris Hinkle
  Mon, 7 Jan 2002 00:03:19 -0600
  ...My girlfriend has short arms, and it's a pain for her to reach almost all the way to the floor to fasten her...
• Re: classic parts, seikel and vw cooperating on bringing NLA parts back to life!
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:14:35 -0700
  ...classic parts, seikel and vw cooperating on bringing NLA parts back to life! well, the cast iron arms are eur599 plus tax each. so...
• Re: Bargains !
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Sun, 13 Aug 2000 11:11:19 -0700
  ...Bargains ! > Mike, > I just went out and measured my arms. The one I have in the rear position > is roughly 20" bend to end...
• Re: I HATE TO SAY - tires
  Historical mailing list - (Donna Cassano)
  Sun, 6 Aug 2000 12:18:51 -0400
  ...something (as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms > 2 : something that checks or prevents free action as if by fetters...
• Re: Clutch Pedal Funk - Worn Pedal/Clevis Linkage
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Fri, 27 Feb 2004 04:15:56 -0800
  ...Anything else I should replace/rebuild while I'm at it? ____________________________________________________________________ Check the wiper arms and relubricate them. Check all the firewall seals in...
• Re: Good Multi- Gas detector?
  Historical mailing list - turbowesty
  Thu, 3 May 2012 09:50:17 -0400
  ...When the switch is in the on position, the external > valve opens and the alarm arms. If it detects propane the valve closes and...
• Catalina 2500 Awning
  Historical mailing list - Elmer J. Flamer Jr.
  Wed, 19 Aug 1998 22:55:55 -0400
  ...a set of brackets to my van to hold the awning arms. To this I said no-way. no holes. Are there any list...
• Re: where to put OEM cup holders?/F
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 8 Apr 2004 15:07:30 -0700
  ...nearly identical to the original German type, but they have > adjustable arms and will hold up to 46oz drinks. $6.95 Saying "made in...
• Re: Has anyone added a rear swaybar to their westy?
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 20:55:38 -0600
  ...Look under the front of your van and look for a bar which connects the left and right lower control arms, and a couple...
• Re: Skylight Lift Mechanism
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Thu, 25 Apr 2002 19:08:01 -0400
  ...I cut some pieces about 1/4" long and bolted them to the arms with some nuts and bolts and put a big flat...
• Re: which windshield wiper to get? (my bosch excels have been disappointing)
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 29 Nov 2005 21:20:07 EST
  ...But, your problem might be that the wiper arms are tweaked and need an adjustment. One thing I've found which makes a big...
• Re: [Syncro] 16" Trailing Arms / BIG 15" Tires
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 14:42:23 -0500
  ...Re: [Syncro] 16" Trailing Arms / BIG 15" Tires >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >AFAIK, 215/75/15 is the largest tire that is practical...
• skylight lifter fix(ed) alt. idea
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Fri, 4 Jun 2004 23:33:28 -0700
  ...Drilled out the original rivets in the ends of the arms, and attached the nylon bushings and it works great. Just need to remember...
• Re: '84 value?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 20:11:49 -0800
  ...Many will have the cast front lower control > > arms. > > > > The 2.1 is different in many ways including better front brakes. > > > > Dennis > > > > -----Original Message...
• vanagon rear suspension; was Re: Lowering Busses, etc
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 24 Jun 1996 21:42:16 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Basically, you "wind" > the trailing arms of the rear suspension. Email me for details. > Vanagon rear suspension does not have the same trailing arm...
• Purpose of Westy skylight?
  Historical mailing list - Vicki Derrer
  Thu, 15 Jul 1999 14:35:48 EDT
  ...and would probably agree, that those flimsy little open-and-shut arms are not meant to take that stress. If it's not a...
• Skylight Lift Mechanism
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Thu, 25 Apr 2002 17:09:37 -0500
  ...broken roller's, or wheels, on the end's of the arms for the skylight---- Has any one come up with a repair-- or...
• Re: How to remove Vanagon battery?
  Historical mailing list - patrice b
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 19:38:14 -0700
  ...harness for the d*&% thing so that the next time it has to come out I don't have 2 arms in a sling!
• Re: no offense
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 31 Jul 2004 18:29:53 -0500
  ...chains?? > > > > so they know where to stop shaving. > > > > > > > > > Italians shave their arms?? > > > > > > :) > > > > > > > Every time I go out for a Pizza I wish they would > > > > ;-) > >
• Re[2] Steven's wiper arms
  Historical mailing list - Norman Leong
  12 Jan 1995 23:40:00 U
  ...If I recall correctly, you have a '91 T3, so unless you've been abusing the arms, it's probably in OK shape. I...
• Re: Wiper arm differences
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Sun, 2 Feb 2020 22:05:42 +0000
  ...Taking apart a spare pair of wiper arms for blasting and powdercoat, noticed they are different lengths and different lengths between bends. All these...
• Re: JCWhipme where are you?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 07 Jan 1997 21:18:00 -0400
  ...a JC Whitney; mail order distributor, box store, chain, >secret underground arms dealer, or what? > >Larry (We don't have JCW's in Canada...
• Re: [friday] RoadHaus - Insidious Insect & Bothersome Bug solutions
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 2 Apr 2004 12:52:29 EST
  ...I can arrange free demonstrations on nice delectable corpuscle filled arms from dusk 'til Dawn. Do not have any nationalistic mosquitos who are reFrenches...
• Re: Bend in Alternator Support Arm?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 09:46:09 -0400
  The support arms on both my '84 and my '85 are like that and have been since I've owned them (the '84 since...
• Re: 1986 & 1987 Transporters are now Importable!
  Historical mailing list - Tom Sinclair
  Thu, 12 Jul 2007 09:45:02 -0700
  Ben, I hear I can join if I have Syncro 16" trailing arms. Is this true? If so, maybe I've been rash in...
• Re: Replacement Wiper Arms?
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Thu, 5 Feb 2009 20:42:55 -0500
  I used JB Weld to build up the inner wall just a little. I then used a round file to even it out and...
• Re: eccentric washers
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 21:50:40 -0500
  ...Most likely for the 2wd > your arms got bent while changing the bushings or they are not fully seated. > Those arms should flex enough...
• Re: Control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Wed, 26 Jan 2000 14:08:55 -0800
  ...The thrust arms have a coupla big bushings on the front. Any of these can squeek when they get age hard and or deformed...
• I need a wiper arm for my '66
  Historical mailing list - Rafi Greenberg
  Sun, 23 Jun 1996 18:21:53 -0400
  Well, I was fixing up the Safari windows in my '66, but I'm stuck now. = One of the wiper arms that I have...
• Re: [80 vanagon fire!!]
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Nov 1999 23:22:34 EST
  ...i'll bet the swival seat mechanisms are still there.....propane tank....table arms and mounts....bed and poptop hardware... fridge racks...stove parts...
• Re: Rotor swappin help needed !
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 28 Aug 2003 16:21:14 -0700
  ...The bearings may or may not be the same, depending on if you have the later solid lower control arms on the 85. Of...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 17 Aug 2012 (#2012-83)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 18 Aug 2012 06:21:23 -0400
  ...BTW, only one of the online vendors claims to have wiper arms in stock -- the most expensive one. But I am going to try...
• Re: Wipers Slow
  Historical mailing list - ChuckKuecker
  Wed, 25 Mar 1998 17:49:29 -0600
  ...Rusty wiper shafts? Try a few drops of oil after removing the wiper arms and the plastic covers. Chuck Kuecker ckuecker@mcs.net '83...
• rebuilt powering steering pump again
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Tue, 5 Jan 1999 09:29:48 -0800
  ...What do I have to loose but time? I figure if I can't get it together, I'll just use steering by Armstrong...