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Re: Here's the list
Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
Sat, 18 Sep 2004 22:24:51 -0700
...or tablets > water tank fill nozzle, 3/4" > waterproof canoe bag for film storage > waterproof canoe bags for roof storage > WD-40 > whiskbroom, spare...
Re: seam rust
Historical mailing list - Robert Harris
Fri, 18 Jun 2004 10:26:27 -0400
...Replace if needed, otherwise apply small bead of silicon sealer for extra waterproofing and reassemble. No more water dripping down into body wall! 8...
Re: Solar Power Parts papsolar.ca (MCA Batteries, etc.)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 7 Oct 2012 23:52:02 -0400
...Try allelectronics.com for connectors < http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/item/CON-321/2-CONDUCTOR-WATERPROOF-CONNECTOR-AWG-10/1.html> (I...
Re: Vanagon Winter Survival Kit Question
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 31 Oct 2009 10:02:21 -0500
...Makes a > >great waterproof firestarter for your survival gear. > > > >Mark in AK > > > >On Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 11:36 AM, Rob <becida@comcast...
Re: Solar Panel outdoor electrical connect
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Tue, 28 Jun 2011 21:38:04 -0400
...I can mount to the underside of the van with a waterproof cover. Maybe under the sink cabinet? My connectors and controller are currently...
Re: Highway safety warning triangles
Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
Mon, 1 Sep 2008 14:07:17 -0700
...We also have ACR Firefly3 emergency xenon tube flashers that you can see up to 10 miles, waterproof and run minimum 8 hours on...
Re: Pop top conversion
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Wed, 29 Mar 2006 18:18:07 -0500
...and do the same thing, that way the van would be waterproof when you pulled the top off for your outing. Chris 86 Syncro...
Re: Luggage rack restoration tips requested
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 3 Jan 2022 18:53:38 -0800
...cover the hidden roof tightly and also use the material to waterproof the brackets. >> All hardware and connections seem clean and sturdy. >> The only...
Unusual Vanagon D radiator sidetank baffle failure and DYI soldering
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Sun, 10 Jul 2016 17:37:40 +0000
...http://www.ebay.com/bhp/usb-endoscope https://www.amazon.ca/TurnRaise-Waterproof-Endoscope-Inspection-Smartphone/dp/B01ERGH6HW/ref=sr_1_17?rps=1...
Headlight wiring harnesses and voltage drops
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Wed, 20 Oct 1999 23:38:29 -0700
...This kit will run a direct, fused, line to the positive terminal of the battery and incorportate some some relays in a waterproof enclosure...
Re: [Syncro] Contemplating H4 headlight upgrade?
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 23 Nov 2004 18:38:51 -0800
...headlight kit) and cover the connections with heat shrink, for a waterproof seal. I need to do this because in North Carolina we have...
Strange pattern of tach and motor dying(long)
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Wed, 1 Jun 2011 01:52:52 -0500
...The only thing I see is one of the GM style waterproof connectors with a rubber grommet loose and aI was thinking water got...
Re: AMC / German Cylinder Heads (LVC)
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 22 Oct 2004 22:14:36 -0500
...It�s like the best ( IMO) cellphone Ericsson makes, the "sharkfin" antenna type (T350??) that is shock and waterproof and perfect for outdoor life...
Wire brush, good sandpaper, elbow grease, regular grease on critical connections
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Fri, 10 Apr 2020 01:20:41 +0000
...is so called because it's *intended* to be used for waterproofing high voltage connections rather than as a lubricant. Unless a grease is...
Re: Isolating an idle problem?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 21 Dec 2014 21:43:31 -0500
...Not a very good location for a > computer that is not waterproofed. > > Stuart > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
Re: slightly OT - wood interiors
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Fri, 29 Nov 2013 09:31:27 -0800
...house and be done with it...Or use 4x8 sheets of waterproof cement board or corrugated galvanized steel ...You'll never have to paint...
Storing the list stuff/more detailed
Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
Sun, 19 Sep 2004 01:31:41 -0500
...I use 3 waterproof canoe bags on the luggage rack. These contains spare parts & service items, items used only occasionally, like laundry supplies, & some...
Re: Front end suspension
Historical mailing list - John Meeks
Wed, 11 May 2011 19:03:51 -0400
...Do use a good waterproof grease and pack it into the bolt tube when you re-assemble. The motorcycle guys use Bel-Rey.and...
Re: What Type of Grease Lasts 20 Years?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:21:28 -0500
...And quite possibly loaded with lead. >-- I don't need non-wash-off aluminum bel ray waterproof grease there. I'm sure that would...
Re: roof top storage container
Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
Mon, 7 May 2018 09:07:21 -0700
...2) Plastic pelican-style waterproof crate sideways in the Westy “luggage rack” tub. Ours was military surplus, about 12” tall. Required custom locking steel...
Fwd: two questions This about VW Van shipment to Europe
Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
Thu, 19 Jun 1997 08:01:43 -0500
...They made it out of >the same heavy-duty canvas that they make boat covers out of, and not >only is it waterproof, but...
Re: Tents (Pros and Cons of designs) (long)
Historical mailing list
Tue, 09 Jul 1996 21:29:05
...Both will be light weight, free- standing, easy to set-up & >stow, bug-proof, and waterproof. > >What I need from all of you dedicated...
Re: Bumpers and other oddities
Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
Mon, 10 Nov 1997 13:35:53 -0600
...cap may be a waterproofing thing. If it fits like a condom over the cap and wires, that's probably it. They'rre sold...
Re: Chains and whips was Autosock
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:15:36 -0800
...supply store, Keep the chains in em along with the insulated waterproof > gloves (you DO have gloves, right?) You'll need an old bathtowel...
Re: sliding door... please help
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 5 Dec 2016 05:00:47 +0000
...https://www.lowes.com/pd/Peel-Seal-Instant-Waterproof-Repairs-6-in-x-25-ft-Aluminum-Roll-Flashing/1018733 From: OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET...
Re: Carrying a canoe, Was: Re: Rain Gutter Adapter Locations
Historical mailing list - Charles D Earl
Sat, 28 Jun 1997 23:28:12 -0700 (PDT)
...It has been totally waterproof. I have always removed equipment when popping the top. I know others pop it all the time with lots...
Re: Soldered Connections
Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
Sun, 31 Jan 1999 06:45:59 -0600
...If you waterproof it with >>lithium greese and seal it with very snug heat shrink it is almost as good >>as an uncut wire...
Re: Deep Water Driving
Historical mailing list
Sat, 16 Dec 1995 23:39:02 -0500
...Maybe you are just >"living right"!! :-) Actually, the syncro is quite well equipped from the point of waterproofness. For example, the relays in the...
Re: Vanagon envy?
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:24:40 -0700
...six inches of the tent walls and the tent floor were waterproof! No water could get in and (you guessed it) none could get...
Re: Isolating an idle problem?
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sun, 21 Dec 2014 19:15:35 -0800
...Not a very good location for a > > computer that is not waterproofed. > > > > Stuart > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
Re: Strange pattern of tach and motor dying(long)
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Wed, 1 Jun 2011 07:50:16 -0400
...The only thing I see is one of the GM > style waterproof connectors with a rubber grommet loose and aI was > thinking water got...
Re: Bus Depot Side Tent...
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Mon, 4 Oct 2010 13:49:02 -0400
...Again, this was a side wall, not a roof or the skirt (which are made of more waterproof material). Since the side wall is...
Re: Solar Power Parts papsolar.ca (MCA Batteries, etc.)
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Mon, 8 Oct 2012 05:42:09 -0500
...Try allelectronics.com for connectors < http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/item/CON-321/2-CONDUCTOR-WATERPROOF-CONNECTOR-AWG-10/1.html> (I...
Fw: Bumpers and other oddities[via LSMTP - see www.lsoft.com]
Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
Mon, 24 Nov 1997 12:54:45 -0600
...cap may be a waterproofing thing. If > it fits like a condom over the cap and wires, that's probably it. They'rre > sold...
Re: Vanagon Cover
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sat, 18 Aug 2007 19:28:16 -0700
...A really good breathable waterproof car cover........those are around 150 pr ,pre for a large sedan size I believe, so I would expect...
Re: How to pack Westy for a long camping trip? (kickoff)
Historical mailing list - JOHN REYNOLDS
Thu, 24 May 2001 21:10:06 -0400
...or tablets > water tank fill nozzle, 3/4" > waterproof canoe bag for film storage > waterproof canoe bags for roof storage > WD-40 > whiskbroom, spare...
Re: Isolating an idle problem?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Mon, 22 Dec 2014 06:49:33 -0500
...Not a very good location for a >>> computer that is not waterproofed. >>> >>> Stuart >>> >>> >>> -----Original Message----- >>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
Re: Strange pattern of tach and motor dying(long)
Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
Wed, 1 Jun 2011 00:26:53 -0700
...The only thing I see is one of the GM style waterproof connectors with a rubber grommet loose and aI was thinking water got...
Re: Headlight wiring harnesses and voltage drops
Historical mailing list - EMZ
Thu, 21 Oct 1999 07:15:13 -0400
...terminal of the > battery and incorportate some some relays in a waterproof enclosure that > will be mounted behind the grille. The relay will be...
Re: Oily Oily Clutch. FW O Ring Failure? and: Problem Solved? ( clutch disk hanging up )
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Tue, 29 Mar 2016 18:19:07 -0700
...pilot bearing. > > Often I just clean up the flywheel surface with waterproof sand paper > and carb cleaner. > > if it's badly glazed, or overheated...
Re: Chains and whips was Autosock
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Thu, 10 Jan 2013 18:58:34 -0500
...supply store, Keep the chains in em along with the insulated waterproof >> gloves (you DO have gloves, right?) You'll need an old bathtowel...
Re: Here's the list
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sun, 19 Sep 2004 08:59:21 -0500
...or tablets > water tank fill nozzle, 3/4" > waterproof canoe bag for film storage > waterproof canoe bags for roof storage > WD-40 > whiskbroom, spare...
Re: UPDATE - Odd Brake Bleeding issue in 90 Westy & Rebuild - Drove van today!!!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 23 Aug 2015 21:59:08 -0400
...very EASY to install, and bright too! Plan to also install these outside under rain gutter-separate switch (waterproof). 9. Finally found a glue...
Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:19:17 -0400
...Make the connection waterproof and all will be good. I've used this OXS with my 2.2 WBX for thousands of miles, no...
Addendum: was vented catalytic heaters
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 24 Dec 2001 08:35:45 -0600
...get wet. (unless you go in over the tops) Rubber AND waterproof. And that works both ways. Water in the boot cannot get out...
Re: Poptop rainfly
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Sun, 3 Feb 2008 19:57:35 -0500
...Herc 10 would be fine. >It is waterPROOF. it does not shrink,fade,mold or mildew. It has a warp and >weft tear rating...
Re: Inuvik and Alaska
Historical mailing list
Thu, 21 Sep 1995 08:45:55 -0700
...Also, after I got into Canada, I switched my desert hiking/driving boots for ones that were waterproofed. Radio stations are only located in...
Re: Go Westy ArcHaus Side Tent
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:38:49 -0500
...I think this >is one of the reasons that go westy says that their tent is not >waterproof or designed for inclement weather. > >In...
Re: westy - what do you keep in your cupboards?
Historical mailing list - Nolan Hester
Mon, 14 Oct 2002 11:17:57 -0700
...in house because of heat built up) BUILT-IN ROOF CARRIER: * waterproof rafting bag: jumper cables, spare gas can, water hose, extension cord, tow...
Re: pilot bearing... do i need to replace the main seal?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 21 May 2010 13:11:33 -0700
...I clean them up with waterproof 180 grit black sandpaper and carb cleaner .....break that glaze. If it's badly turned blue, or obvious...
Re: Oily Oily Clutch. FW O Ring Failure? and: Problem Solved? ( clutch disk hanging up )
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Tue, 29 Mar 2016 14:55:18 -1000
...Often I just clean up the flywheel surface with waterproof sand paper and carb cleaner. if it's badly glazed, or overheated..or cracked...
Re: Oily Oily Clutch. FW O Ring Failure? and: Problem Solved? ( clutch disk hanging up )
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Tue, 29 Mar 2016 15:41:08 -1000
...pilot bearing. >> >> Often I just clean up the flywheel surface with waterproof sand paper >> and carb cleaner. >> >> if it's badly glazed, or overheated...
Re: Soldered Connections
Historical mailing list - Karl Batzler
Sun, 31 Jan 1999 18:16:29 -0800
...If you waterproof it >with >>>lithium greese and seal it with very snug heat shrink it is almost as good >>>as an uncut wire...
Re: Vanagon Cover
Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
Sat, 18 Aug 2007 22:37:10 -0400
...wouldn't be a really good one. > A really good breathable waterproof car cover........those are around 150 pr > ,pre for a large sedan...
Spring Maintenance...(long)
Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
Tue, 17 Mar 1998 08:12:08 +0000
...It's a waterproof grease that is designed for electrical contacts. I did the battery ground strap, fuel pump, transmission ground strap, and every...
Re: Luggage rack restoration tips requested
Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
Mon, 3 Jan 2022 15:58:33 -0600
...cover the hidden roof tightly and also use the material to > waterproof the brackets. > >> > >> All hardware and connections seem clean and sturdy. > >> > >> The only...
Inspected radiator in place with endoscope Was: Unusual Vanagon D radiator sidetank baffle failure
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Thu, 14 Jul 2016 05:15:59 +0000
...http://www.ebay.com/bhp/usb-endoscope https://www.amazon.ca/TurnRaise-Waterproof-Endoscope-Inspection-Smartphone/dp/B01ERGH6HW/ref=sr_1_17?rps=1...
Re: Westy cabinet use
Historical mailing list - Nolan Hester
Thu, 6 Mar 2003 14:41:40 -0800
...in house because of heat built up) BUILT-IN ROOF CARRIER: * waterproof rafting bag: jumper cables, spare gas can, water hose, extension cord, tow...
Re: Westfalia Luggage Rack NEEDED
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Fri, 14 May 2010 23:30:32 -0400
...As a result, the whole thing >>>> (Including Custom Waterproof bag courtesy of Tom Busse) is gone. >>>> In order to leave for my great eastern...
Re: solderless connectors
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 14 Jun 2011 16:30:51 -0700
...in other words, 'waterproof crimp type wire connectors." they're about a buck each I think. Maybe even $ 1.50 each. West Marine has...