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• Re: late Friday offering - Haynes does it again
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 26 Sep 2004 11:53:08 -0500
  ...cars on the road in countries all over the world by publishing > maintenance manuals, but the latest title Women: all models, shapes, > sizes and...
• Re: New SA grill
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 22 Apr 2007 03:15:56 -0400
  ...be considered as off road only lights, and be illegal for use on vehicles when driven on state and country roads in Virginia. And...
• Re: Free Sirius satellite radio system
  Historical mailing list - caverat
  Sat, 28 Jun 2003 00:02:29 -0400
  ...For the 2003 model year, GM expanded to 25 car, truck and SUV models, and Cadillac was the first division to offer XM across...
• Country Homes Poptop
  Historical mailing list - Dyen Fred D.
  Sun, 21 Apr 1996 09:55:08 -0800 (AKDT)
  ...offers is a removable camping unit that slides in - in place of the middle seat. Takes about 20 minutes to switch from passenger mode...
• Re: Just like a Vanagon, but modern..
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 20 Jan 2011 08:55:32 -0600
  ...I took it onto roads most people wouldn't take a 4wd in Mexico, and drove it on the beach untold numbers of times...
• NW Vintage Meet details
  Historical mailing list - Charles \"Luke\" Lukey
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 06:42:07 -0700
  ...Take Exit 152 (S 188th St) off I-5. Follow Orillia Road East toward Kent to KOA. Reservations: 253-872-8652. Reservations required. Information...
• Eurovan Video
  Historical mailing list - Scott McDonell
  Thu, 23 Apr 1998 11:21:32 -0600
  ...Will go ahead with offer of COPIES of my 1987 VW > Vanagon sales promotional video produced in 1987. > > Lots of action footage, all models...
• Re: Hella E codes
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 18:30:45 -0800
  Mark, I can offer you two solutions. New and Used. 1980 to 1985 Vanagon [ Round Lights ] Bosch Round 180mm / 7" H4 Lights with Park...
• Re: Talk to me about AT's!
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 19 Jul 2007 22:29:56 -0700
  ...The Westy warms up, radiator fan on and occasionally on high, what I call 'propeller' mode. Coming back off that mountain is about the...
• Re: Dometic Frig - Do These Really Work?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Goodrick
  Tue, 11 Aug 1998 06:42:35 -0400
  ...on 12V - you have to keep to turning it off on a long road trip). 4) I've also heard that the fridge won...
• Re: Im also looking for tires for my Vanagon westy
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Mon, 6 Sep 2010 14:04:57 -0700
  ...I've only done moderate off road travels, fire roads and the like. I used to use the Michelin Agilis tires but was a...
• Re: Conversion bound folks:146 HP 2.6 liter 5 cylinder Engine for Vanagons and Smog Legal*
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 21 Jul 2004 00:42:41 -0700
  ...I do like the exhaust note of those 5 cylinder motors! I think the 1.8t would be simpler to install and offer more...
• Re: Diesels on NPR this morning
  Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson
  Wed, 12 May 2004 11:42:12 -0700
  ...What is not shown on this website is that the 2004 model year VW TDI have been banned in CA do to this Teir...
• Re: WARNING: SOUTH AFRICAN QUAD LIGHT GRILLES INCITE ROAD RAGE...
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 25 Nov 2002 18:08:34 -0800
  ...4356 Quesnel Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www.fastforward.ca mailto:sales@fastforward.ca Phone: (250) 992 7775 FAX: (250) 992...
• Re: [Syncro] I did the ultimate upgrade for Christmas!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Brune
  Sat, 29 Dec 2007 21:45:50 -0800
  ...no way, shape or form is > the Tour-rag more capable off-road or for that matter most of the type > of trips I...
• elaboration of 2.8(3.4)l chevy & 2.2l 4
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 21 Sep 1997 00:09:02 -0400
  ...whatever you do, don't do moderate off-roading in a subaru outback. i went with my friend to a trail he knows, and...
• Rare Vanagon highroof camper for sale, Dehler Profi
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Mon, 6 Jun 2005 00:44:09 -0700
  ...or '85 model. If you want a unique van that you'll never see going the other way down the road, this is IT...
• Re: [syncro.org] Robert Keezer Update 10.31.05
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 31 Oct 2005 13:31:59 -0800
  ...Love you guys, good road, good adventure, good life, larry chase www.roadhaus.com ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Get fast access to your favorite Yahoo...
• [Fwd: How much pay for van? GLX version]
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 19:02:45 -0800
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Well, I had to buy a model which I considered more fitting for a man of my status, and of...
• Re: [Syncro] rescue a SyncroSUNROOF from the crusher, RESCUED!!!??
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 17 Dec 2006 12:15:07 EST
  ...already on the road, going.... anyway, hopefully dylan will save this van and not part it.. ok, im done .. rant off :<) go out and...
• Re: Why the preponderance of air-cooled on Marketplace?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 9 Jul 2019 08:14:43 -0700
  ...wise, than their later-model counterparts. > > Why would this be? Is it simply that they were off the road for so long > because of...
• Re: Lights out!
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:20:22 -0500
  John, do the lights work when you hold the stalk back in "flash mode?" if so, it is likely your headlight switch. Jim On...
• Re: Ronal Rims and Christmmm wish
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Wed, 22 Dec 1999 16:36:10 -0800
  ...The US rep told me that the rims that fit the 112mm offset/our Vanagons is available in the R28 model. They are available...
• Re: Who is making those new front AC units?
  Historical mailing list - \\\\////
  Wed, 30 May 2007 07:23:32 -0400
  ...In June, my wife and I are taking off for three weeks to Arizona > for a > road trip from Sacramento, CA. Going to really...
• Re: Power output of actual vans? (long)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Sat, 28 Jul 2007 18:16:54 -0400
  ...Lot's of the off-road guys are actually using large sheets of teflon attached to support structures as skid plating these days. Corrosion...
• Re: YES - fuel pressure regulator fix?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 30 Dec 2001 09:35:51 -0600
  ...The early model 0.280.160.200 will require a T but will be in the right pressure range and should work good. If...
• Re: Customs sending product to Canada
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 19:00:25 -0800
  ...post office and there should be no surprises at the other end. David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC...
• Re: Death Valley Trip
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:25:35 -0800
  ...The good folks at the VC will sell you one and provide the offroad map. Greenwater Road is a jewel, but also for stealth...
• Re: Hall Sender question
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 24 Dec 2003 15:28:57 -0800
  ...4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www.fastforward.ca mailto:sales@fastforward.ca Phone: (250) 992 7775 FAX: (250) 992...
• Re: successful 2000 mile road trip
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:19:32 -0800
  ...Incidentally all 3 in my circle were in 86 models. All broke at the point where the setscrew creates a weakness. All were in...
• Fw: unexpected extremely high idle update
  Historical mailing list - Scotia Westy
  Sat, 26 Apr 2003 12:44:57 -0300
  ...I drove off towards home down the highway at a moderate > 50 mph for the 40 mile trip. As I approached the end of...
• Re: GPS for farsighted eyes?
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Thu, 17 Jan 2008 11:30:02 -0800
  ...The garmin topo stuff and roads and recreation will get you along most of the Forest Roads and scenic byways. The city select will...
• Re: Buying vanagons as parts donors
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:53:48 EST
  ...If you've experience with both modes of parts sourcing: > > Is it a viable option to buy vans and use them for parts instead...
• Re: Advice for traveling to Belize
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 6 Dec 2010 10:09:45 -0800
  ...I will take the advice >off the list if the Moderators don't feel this is enough Vanagon >related. I will be driving a...
• Re: diesel to gas conversion ongoing...
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 3 May 2002 21:38:58 -0700
  ...4356 Quesnel Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www.fastforward.ca mailto:sales@fastforward.ca Phone: (250) 992 7775 FAX: (250) 992...
• Re: New 2.0l TDI
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 11:18:27 -0800
  ...4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www.fastforward.ca mailto:sales@fastforward.ca Phone: (250) 992 7775 FAX: (250) 992...
• Re: Headlight relay upgrade?_wire sizes
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 4 Jan 2004 12:39:01 -0800
  ...this email considered offensive? Speaking of bullshit... YOUR answer is bullshit. David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada...
• Re: LVC: Vanagon - Westfalia Ham (amateur) Radio Mobile - Base Transceiver Choices
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth O'Connor
  Fri, 15 Mar 2019 11:11:49 -0700
  ...If you're interested in portable mobile DX and digital modes, check out the offerings from Elecraft at https://elecraft.com/products/kx2-ssb...
• Re: Speedometer is off
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 3 Jul 2016 14:55:56 -0700
  ...had +6.2 mph plus 5%, ridiculously off. I've replaced it with an '87 model, but I use an inexpensive dedicated gps to...
• T5 sighting
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Tue, 2 Nov 2004 12:22:41 +1100
  ...VWs latest offering isn't as radical a change in shape from previous model changes like T2 to T3 to T4 and whilst there...
• Re: Westy propane tank fill valve fix
  Historical mailing list - Roman Haag
  Wed, 22 Mar 2017 18:38:44 -0400
  ...The later model skid plate did not fit on the tabs of the early model tank. Ti be honest on both tanks the tabs...
• Re: Wiring in a new Stereo Unit
  Historical mailing list - Annie
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 16:33:33 -0800
  Alan - It's a little off brand Roadmaster with CD player and aux input on the front. I have no idea what model it...
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  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Thu, 27 Jul 2023 17:41:08 -0700
  ...well…and surprisingly good in the snow and can handle some off road. I drove mostly on highways and so preferred them for travelling...
• Re: Stereo question (Friday nvc)
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 1 May 2020 12:15:39 -0700
  ...I've read though > that sometimes the angle is poor for visibility, so i was wondering if > anyone could personally recommend a model? > > > Thanks...
• Re: Do European FM Radios work in North America?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Tue, 14 Aug 2001 16:37:26 -0700
  ...wrote: > I am importing a Multivan from Germany and they are offering to sell me the > CD-Changer / Radio setup. Do the German FM...
• Re: Tires: Bigger IS Better
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 1 Jun 2003 21:38:31 -0700
  ...try 10 ply 215/85LT16 for street use and 7.50x16 for off road use. These are BIG tires! ;-) David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive...
• Re: Vanagon crash safety
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 8 Apr 2002 17:45:51 -0500
  In all of my roughing it camping trips I never see any SUVs out in the rough or off a paved road. I see...
• Friday moderation discussion - Starting point
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 25 Mar 2011 11:58:24 -0400
  ...subject and b) civil or *it* will be moderated and given a week to cool off. There's no hurry, no huhu, no cause...
• Re: Brakes inconsistent
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Wed, 6 Sep 1995 07:31:13 -0700 (PDT)
  ...other, or fronts only/rears only locks up under moderate braking on those logging roads?) Tobin ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Tobin T. Copley Currently ============= (604) 689-2660 Occupationally...
• Re: No unsubscribe info on any emails
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 25 Feb 2006 01:07:02 EST
  In a message dated 2/25/06 12:44:33 AM Eastern Standard Time, hpvpaul2@YAHOO.COM writes: > Since the moderator has abandonded this...
• Re: GPS Recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 27 Mar 2010 20:58:08 -0500
  ...m not looking to spend much, we don't really go off road or into the > wild, just something to keep my form depending...
• Re: Just Cause
  Historical mailing list - DaveC
  Thu, 16 May 2002 08:36:33 -0700
  > >If asked for a search "Thank you officer, but I do not choose to discuss >>my personal affairs with an officer of the law...
• Re: Spare gas storage ??
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:34:10 -0500
  ...so unless you are > going > to be seriously off road (more than 2 hours return to fetch fuel) I would > suggest carry more may...
• Re: A good ham setup
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 18:51:56 -0800
  ...offer a chance of reaching out of the mountains. So -- anyone got suggestions on a tri-band mobile FM rig? Older workhouse models commonly...
• Re: new vw rotten unvieled.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 6 Feb 2008 12:33:50 -0800
  ...What there isn't too much of is boxier almost semi-off road vans with good ground clearance...........uh, whatdyknow- just like the vanagon...
• Re: Belly Pan Saga(was re: Kelly Park...)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Apr 95 14:32:44 EDT
  ...accelerator pedals--scary!! Plus, I imagine some > reduction in engine/road noise... > > Off to the Parts Yard!! > > JKH > New Mexico > '70 Kombi > Certainly the...
• Re: Need to cool off!
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
  Fri, 26 Jul 2013 08:58:46 -0700
  ...Need to cool off! This may, or may not be an option. Sell your existing '87 and buy one with a good AC already...
• Re: Lighting upgrades!
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 18 Nov 2013 12:47:51 -0500
  ...They've been marvelous > > on my many night time back road > > > I have those same lights on my vanagon > > > This might be a good...
• Re: Type IV
  Historical mailing list - Holly and Chris
  Tue, 17 Mar 1998 07:42:51 -0600
  ...You can buy anything for them and the junkyard queens are cheaper when you can find them, than the later model VW engines in...
• Re: [vanagon] lister needs help on the road - headlight gremlin in 86 westy
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 14:08:28 -0400
  ...I am using my > cell phone as a modem on my laptop from the road. > > 1986 Vanagon Sycro Westfalia VIN: VW2ZB0258GG082766 > > I swapped the...