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• Snake Oils
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sat, 29 Jul 2000 09:27:14 -0500
  ...Do you think you could just dump some ceramic powder into your cooling system, and, bingo, bango, it would inbed itself into the aluminum...
• Re: fridge wont light
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 19:20:14 -0500
  ...When I first bought my '85 Westy, back in '02, the drain below the fridge was packed tightly with powdered rust. I used a...
• Re: Poptop frame/catch refurb
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
  Wed, 5 Jul 2017 21:02:03 +0000
  ...Mind you it did look sharp for a while. > > If I was to do it again I'd have them sandblasted and powdered. It...
• Painting black Vanagon Door Handles
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 1 Dec 2021 01:21:34 +0000
  ...piece of wood.  No...I don't want to go the powder coat way....too costly and worried about messing up internal lock mechanisms...
• Re: Alternators correction!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 9 Apr 2020 19:25:02 -0400
  ...Unless a grease is advertised as conductive (maybe loaded with metal powder) the only way to get electrical contact is for the two parts...
• Fwd: Frig question
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 22 Jul 2019 09:39:54 -0400
  ...water, ammonia, and hydrogen at around 400 psi, plus an anticorrosive powder. The water/ammonia mixture boils in a boiler, discharging ammonia gas which...
• Re: A few questions from a newbie
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 23:59:11 EST
  ...them. > > Does anyone have a recommendation on what to use (paint? powdercoat? some > sort of high impact enamel?) for a good solid white gloss...
• fire extinguisher info for vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Bjorn Ratjen
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 12:02:05 -0800
  ...A powder extinguisher also interrupts the access to oxygen and because reignition can occur easily a coating agent is added which makes the powder...
• Re: Free Westy middle jumpseat in SoCal?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Young
  Sun, 19 Apr 2020 20:18:13 -0400
  ...I recently had the pedestal powder coated black and I installed a stow and go seat. If anyone has the seat track covers for...
• Re: Knobs, wheels, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 04 Aug 94 16:37:41 CDT
  ...i don't know if you can powder-blast plastic, carl. :) joel
• Re: lube speedo cable?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 8 Apr 2013 09:16:05 -0700
  ...Cable, > not the speedo gears. > > I remember "in the old days" when one used graphite > powder, but the newer plasticized cables seem to be...
• Sad Sucky Safari Saga
  Historical mailing list - Turbo
  Mon, 09 Sep 1996 15:59:21 -0700
  ...they would fix them, even tho they would have to un-powdercoat them to re-spot weld them, meaning a significant turnaround time. Since...
• Re: Cleaning Interior Stuff
  Historical mailing list - John Hurley
  Tue, 14 Sep 1999 13:01:14 -0400
  ...it's a powder you mix with hot water. You use a scrub brush to apply it and then wipe with a damp sponge...
• can someone on the list help me
  Historical mailing list - Sam Josovitz
  Tue, 18 Jun 2002 21:23:33 EDT
  ...manual , with a newly rebuilt 1641cc engine,all the tin is powdered coated, the brand new exhaust is ceramic coated,brand new dual weber...
• Re: True Story....not junkmail
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 18 May 1998 19:06:49 -0400
  ...baking powder > > 2 tsp. Vanilla > > 3 cups chopped nuts (your choice). > > > > > > Measure oatmeal and blend in a blender to a fine powder. Cream the...
• Re: ARB bull bars
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 16:26:10 +1100
  ...http://tinyurl.com/zo4u $499.95 powder coat black. >.. and the rear: http://tinyurl.com/zo5m $399.95 black powder coat with 2" >receiver...
• Fwd: Coolant Pump: wear at case
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Mon, 29 Sep 2014 10:38:45 -0400
  ...The aluminum boat repair kit includes the liquid version (G/flex 650) as well as a powder thickener in case you need to make...
• Re: Yum, yums!
  Historical mailing list - johnny89
  Wed, 3 Jan 1996 13:40:54 -0300
  ...baking powder 3 cups chopped nuts (your >choice) > 2 tsp. vanilla > > ** measure oatmeal and blend in a blender to a fine powder. > Cream the...
• Re: Clean Fire Extinguishers
  Historical mailing list - Kirk D. Hilliard
  Tue, 30 Apr 1996 14:39:46 -0400
  ...You should be able to hear the powder shift as you turn the extinguisher upside down. It goes without saying that you should regularly...
• FS: NEW Pack Rack Storage 4' X 2' Shelf for use over rear deck $75
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 19 Nov 2010 04:25:07 -0800
  ...s new and unused besides being taken out if the box. Powder coated silver with red tag. I believe this is NLA for many...
• Re: Vanagon camper windows...with screens that are NLA....for cheap!!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Aug 2009 18:59:53 -0500
  We make replacement screens in black powder coated aluminum for $69.95 each. http://secure.mycart.net/catalogs/catalog.asp?prodid=4757892 The Westfalia...
• Re: used propane tank for sale
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 14:13:12 -0600
  > I had one of my tanks powder coated. It took a lot of talking to get > the guy to put it in his oven...
• vanagon safari rack
  Historical mailing list - jim catterson
  Fri, 12 Dec 1997 05:26:05 -0800
  ...the mounts are 7.5" high and the rack is black powder coated. it looks just like the full roof rack on a land...
• Coil Spring Re-Do Caution
  Historical mailing list - Brian Doss
  Mon, 19 Apr 1999 19:49:40 EDT
  ...This is fine if you don't mind painting them yourself, but for a few bucks they will powder coat them for you. Secondly...
• Re: Vents in windows
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Fri, 12 May 2000 21:39:34 EDT
  ...Keep it real - Mick>> Yes, I offer vents like these, but powdercoated black. http://www.vwbus-online.de/v6-uwe/ If found the above...
• Re: Poptop frame/catch refurb
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
  Wed, 5 Jul 2017 14:58:08 -0600
  ...Mind you it did look sharp for a while. >> >> If I was to do it again I'd have them sandblasted and powdered. It...
• Re: The !New! Bungee bus (was:Type 2 Engine Mount)
  Historical mailing list - Renee Norris
  Thu, 06 Jun 1996 11:35:22 -0500
  ...That and a 10 pound box of baking powder. I'm still looking for ways to use the baking powder. My wife lets me...
• Re: OT & NVC & Pre-Friday: Palcohol?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 24 Apr 2014 18:35:06 -0500
  ...How does one powderize alcohol? You could freeze it > and maybe grind it up real fine in, say, a pepper mill, but it would...
• which extinguisher?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Sun, 5 Sep 1999 08:24:35 -0400
  ...I have put out a couple of fires for practice with this, and it seems VERY effective, and leaves no powder melted to everything...
• rust and the wonders of naval jelly & keeping a van rust free
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sat, 24 Nov 2001 08:32:29 -0800
  ...Now I wish I had just taken it off and powder coated it. I may yet do that. That naval jelly is marvelous. It...
• Re: 83 Windows Getting Lazy
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Mon, 19 Jul 2004 09:38:43 -0700
  Gene Berg once told me to use graphite powder in the door channels that the glass runs in - this is a monthly service he...
• Re: Deer and Bull Bar Availability in the USA
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 9 Nov 2008 17:50:31 +0000
  Not exactly what you're looking for but could be added to then powder coated to create protection for the entire front end. After...
• Re: '75 Westy refrigerator question
  Historical mailing list - Sami Dakhlia
  Thu, 28 Mar 1996 18:31:04 -0600 (CST)
  ...He added, however, that a leak leaves a yellow powdery residue, and unless I find that, a refill shouldn't be necessary. His guess...
• Re: alloy wheel refinishing
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 28 Mar 2006 21:59:37 -0800
  ...DupliColor products, don't remember off hand. > i would have them powder coated, but they are not perfect, just want them looking better. > > TIA...
• Re: EV oil change
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 May 96 20:01 CDT
  ...Smells a bit like burnt powder. It's ever so much fun. ;)
• Snow
  Historical mailing list - joseph Trussell
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 06:58:57 -0700
  ...Now if I can make it up to Breckenridge this afternoon for a powder day tomorrow... Cheers, Joe T. Denver, CO '85 GL 'Bertha...
• '66 progress, questions about wiring, lights
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 22 Apr 1996 09:52:08 -0700
  ...They sent me to a sand blasting place where the stuff will all be sand blasted before powder coating. The powder coating guy says...
• Re: It's Friday: Hoppe's #9 Powder Solvent
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:04:18 -0700
  ...I just came across an old bottle of Hoppe's #9 powder solvent, meant for > >> cleaning the bores of rifles and shotguns. I don...
• Re: Aftermarket bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 20 Mar 2016 09:24:27 -0700
  ...The powder coat has held up very well for the 14 years they have been on my '90 Westy. A few minor chips here...
• Re: Getting door handles black again??
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 24 Mar 2014 18:09:28 -0700
  ...to have a more integral coating >> than >> paint. >> >> >> >> What have folks done in this regard? I wonder if powder coating would >> work. >> >> >> >> Thanks! >> >> >> >> Stuart
• Re: poo powder and related
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:45:33 -0700
  On Aug 16, 2011, at 12:06 PM, Raimund Feussner <ray@V6BUS.DE> wrote: > > Could it be that the U.S. is more a...
• safari roof rack
  Historical mailing list - jim catterson
  Wed, 29 Oct 1997 05:34:54 -0800
  ...tubular steel that is powder coated. looks very similar to the rack on the land rover defender 110. i spoke w/ them yesterday and...
• Re: Gary Lee Custom Hatchback Racks....How do you like yours?
  Historical mailing list - Tromper
  Sat, 4 May 2002 13:16:23 -0700
  ...Unpainted bare metal $209.00, Painted $229.00, Black powder coated $259.00 So What are they like in person? Thanks Phil Stanhope __________________________________________________ Do...
• Re: Sliding window frame
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 28 Jul 2015 13:24:19 +0000
  ...Second to that, powder coating. After that, paint. You can always touch it up. Jim On Tue, Jul 28, 2015 at 8:21 AM...
• waterbox 2.1 for sale in WA
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Mon, 8 Mar 2004 13:05:19 -0500
  ...The syncro headers on it are new VW ones that I had powder coated. This was done less then 3,000 miles ago along...
• Re: Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 8 Mar 2014 02:12:46 -0600
  In public health the fluorescene dye powder was used to track where hands go. During a food service lecture once a plate lightly dusted...
• Re: Binding Steering....
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 4 Feb 2010 14:23:51 -0500
  ...If the joint looks really rusty or you can see powdery rust at the joints then that is another indicator. You can have someone...
• Re: wanted: one 14" vanagon OEM alloy wheel - aka "carat wheel"
  Historical mailing list - Oxroad
  Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:09:12 -0700
  ...im > going to be powdercoating them all so finish doesn't matter.. just as > long > as its not bent. > > like i said cheap is...
• Re: Was: dead cat kills van- What About Bad Gas
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 21 Mar 2009 22:45:32 -0400
  ...The stuff's a lot closer to black powder than it is to kerosine. -- David Beierl - Providence RI USA -- http://pws.prserv.net/synergy...
• Re: "dry" door locks
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Thu, 27 Jul 1995 10:07:10 -0700
  ...Not to poo-poo any recommendations from "the man" :), but I'd highly recommend sticking with the earlier posts of the graphite powder. Liquid...
• Re: Friday fun.. Vanagons on fire
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 19 Dec 2010 14:40:40 -0600
  ...Same for a powder extinguisher. A real negative too, with powder extinguishers is that you have a real mess to clean up if you...
• Re: Sticky doors
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 17 Jun 2011 22:22:29 -0700
  ...I > know, the factory had some fine powder on it or something that now has > vanished. > The question is; is there anything that is...
• Re: Sue the fire department was: NO VANAGON CONTENT
  Historical mailing list - David..M
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 09:04:33 -0400
  ...The fire dept sprayed some kind of powder which oversprayed onto my car. It was almost impossible to clean off, and 12 months after...
• Re: screens
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 May 2006 22:50:07 -0500
  ...I plan to offer them in both plain aluminum, and black powdercoat. We have in stock the non westy slider screens. These sit in...
• '66 progress, question about full-flow oil filter
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Apr 1996 16:11:07 -0700
  Hi all, Yesterday, I got all my tin-ware and heat exchangers back from the powder coating place. The heat-exchangers got a special...
• Exhaust headers and Peanut Oil...
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 25 Jun 2011 14:23:13 -0700
  A while back someone asked about powder coating exhaust systems and someone else suggested simply wiping the exhaust system with Peanut oil to prevent...
• Re: top bed ladder?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 29 Jul 2009 17:13:31 -0700
  ...they >are very sturdy, powdercoated and store out of the way in the gap between >the upper bunk and the pop top. if you...
• Re: speedo cable lube-able?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sat, 11 Jun 2005 09:01:49 EDT
  ...Graphite, flaked or powdered, should be available at a good Old School hardware. It used to come in a plastic squeeze tube with an...
• Re: Need bead-blasting, powder-coating and re-chroming refs in Oregon
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 13 Sep 2005 12:05:19 -0400
  I saw a honda 600 in the junkard sat. only 99k, but had rust like the mileage was 99 million.It was the sport...
• FS: 80 Westy
  Historical mailing list - rhargrov
  Mon, 13 Dec 1999 10:44:24 -0500
  ...The van is powder blue and has no rust. The int. is a little rough in spots, but everything is there(and works well...