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• Re: [WTB] Rocker Panels, 72'...
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 24 Apr 1995 09:39:03 -0700 (PDT)
  ...wondering if anyone has or knows where I can get rocker panels (inner > and outer, both sides). Whitney seems like a rip-off (maybe...
• Speaker Removal
  Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
  Thu, 15 Apr 1999 14:14:35 -0400
  ...the front speakers attach to the door panels? Mind you I haven't pulled the panels yet but want to be prepared when I...
• Re: Help-Looking for body part-L/H center side panel
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 10:26:55 -0500
  ...I found 1 listing panels in Columbus, Ohio. (auto body panels, 614-231-8419) You will have to use your old one for a...
• Re: Westy Water/Battery Level Display Panels Available Again
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 7 Nov 2014 08:34:48 -0800
  ...Westy Water/Battery Level Display Panels Available Again Felder Industries has been supplying replacement led graphics for years! They are self-stick, printed under...
• Re: PRICE OF GASOLINE
  Historical mailing list - Dominique Cormann
  Fri, 25 Feb 2000 06:33:09 -0500
  ...High efficiency solar > >panels on the roof power a converter to draw the fuel out of water! > > Bill (SE Arizona) (Bill@freeholder.com) HTTP...
• JT's Magic Bus Project Update
  Historical mailing list - John T. Croteau
  Wed, 6 Sep 1995 09:50:34 -0500 (CDT)
  ...it looks like it would be wise to replace the two floor halves, front crossmembers, and rocker panels. Is this major work for a...
• Re: better sun visor
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 5 Dec 2014 13:18:52 -0800
  ...I think the folks that make the ABS interior panels could sell just as many wood ones, but they are not interested. I've...
• Westies at Watkins Video
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Feddish
  Fri, 11 Oct 2013 12:53:50 -0400
  Speaking of solar panels and Westies at Watkins, I’m not sure if I posted the video here or not. Here it is: http...
• Re: cheap source for 12V SAE connectors for solar panels?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 9 Dec 2012 11:38:56 -0800
  RE: Connectors for Solar Etc. I'm using these: < http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/category/116/Cables-2-Cond.-Waterproof/1.html...
• looking for part (but don't know the name for it!)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:30:04 -0500
  looking for the "plugs" to attach interior panels to the body. As I have no clue what they are called, I can't search...
• paint code
  Historical mailing list - Donald Dixon
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 23:09:30 EDT
  ...I know the paint code for the orly bl;ue, but need the code for the bumpers/rocker panels which are silver/dark gray...
• Re: What is the correct way of coloring the interior panels black?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sat, 5 May 2001 22:35:58 -0500
  David, Go to you local automotive paint supplier, and request a product called Mar-Hyde. It is a interior spay on die. Works good...
• Re: Can you make the bus quiet?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 21 Sep 95 14:29:39 CDT
  ...All the side >panels are intact. Are there any kits to soundproof the engine compartment? >What has worked for you? once again, 3M comes...
• Re: 1983 (air-cool) veneer wallpaper restoration
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Thu, 20 Jul 2017 07:27:05 -0700
  ...So I ended up buying panels that are thin enough and have patterns baked on them and they look very nice, much better than...
• Solar Panel Mount -Flexible Panels?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 2 May 2010 06:57:40 EDT
  ...Roof top mounted panels do not need to be permantely mounted. My install is so that the panel is hinged with stainless boat hatch...
• mi Dakhlia)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 Jan 1900 07:00:00 GMT
  ...We both have a set of 4 solar panels, each 1 by 4 ft. in size. The set is rated at 87 Watt. David...
• vanagon body panels
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 28 Feb 95 21:44:22 CST
  ...Mill Supply "we carry panels for: 3241 Superior Avenue Beetle, Bus, Dasher, Golf, Jetta, Cleveland, OH 44114 Karmann Ghia, Quantum, Rabbit,Scirocco, (216) 241...
• Re: - solar panels
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Thu, 5 Sep 2002 09:04:04 -0700
  If you want one of these solar panels, you can get a couple of different kinds from www.realgoods.com. For example, they have...
• Re: Sound Deadening - how much to buy?
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
  Sat, 7 Jan 2006 05:05:09 -0500
  ...I used the foil bubble stuff from Home Depot to insulate the rear passenger area side panels, and the rear door. I'm blown...
• Insulation for a vanagon ...
  Historical mailing list - John Mates
  Tue, 8 Jul 1997 12:03:13 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I have, while cleaning my 86 syncro, managed to remove all the interior panels, the dash, and the headliner. One thing led to another...
• speaker mounting
  Historical mailing list - Adam B
  Tue, 2 Dec 2003 01:24:28 EST
  Hey everyone, I installed a JVC CD/Mp3 into my Vanagon, as well as some Alpine 6.5 inchers in the door panels. The...
• Re-covering vinyl headliner/doorliner
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 20:15:38 -0800
  ...I have dark brown, padded door panels on the front doors, but plain beige vinyl on the sliding/rear doors (matches the headliner). Is...
• Front panel availablity
  Historical mailing list - A PETER MARSH
  Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:37:41 -0500
  Morning All, Due to the lack of response to yesterdays probe below - do I take it that THERE ARE NO NEW BODY PANELS for...
• Re: Sliding door inner panel removal -- any gotchas?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 6 Nov 2009 12:59:05 EST
  yea..dont forget the screw(s) at the rear of the panel....ive seen many panels torn up around the screw holes because people...
• '48 Bug
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 May 1996 23:46:31 -0900
  ...remains of a '48 and it *may* have some good body panels. If any one knows about splits could you email me off the...
• WTB: p/w p/l
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 17 Nov 1998 12:14:57 EST
  ...and p/l? just want the locks for the front doors need the interior door panels too(grey) thanks tyler -philly 215 985-0882
• Re: Sound deadening and door speakers
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:08:58 -0600
  ...The replacement door > panels I got have no speaker holes at all (I think they came out of an '80 > air cooled with no...
• Re: Looking for some late model interior parts for 90 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 28 May 2014 22:37:18 -0400
  ...The door panels I have are all "vinyl" covered; they don't have the cloth or the "chrome" strip on them. What could they...
• Re: How to fix / External body panel internal supports coming loose
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Mon, 25 Oct 2004 23:09:20 -0500
  ...It's used on all the later model automobiles to fasten all the sheet metal panels and inner supports. Tough stuff, and it'll...
• Re: Solar Power
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Fri, 28 Jun 2013 13:18:29 -0700
  ...2 40W panels hinged together, in their own carry case that will fit into the Westy Luggage box, but I removed the bedding in...
• Re: Solar Power Parts papsolar.ca (MCA Batteries, etc.)
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 6 Oct 2012 22:49:47 -0700
  It would be great if I could see the selection of solar panels or their prices on that site. No no go, no link...
• Re: Looking for some late model interior parts for 90 Westy
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 28 May 2014 22:59:33 -0400
  ...The door panels I have are all "vinyl" covered; they don't have the cloth or the > "chrome" strip on them. What could they...
• Re: westy tent info needed
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 Aug 1997 14:29:31 -0600
  ...Snaps to connect > to side panels. Ties to attach to frame. > > any help would be appreciated, > chris >
• Re: Hot engine
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Libby & Denise DeWolfe
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 21:53:23 -0500
  ...Daniel Schmitz wrote: > > Can't say for sure if warm body panels after an hour are normal, but they > could be if you are...
• Solar Panels and a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Danny C.
  Thu, 13 May 2010 17:11:59 -0700
  Anyone know anything about solar panals and a vanagon? I think I want to install a 75 watt panel and need to talk to...
• 84 parting
  Historical mailing list - dawn
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 17:39:59 -0800
  Parting 84 interior parts seats ,arm rest,middle seat,rear seat cushions,interior panels, electrical parts dash door handles inside and out glass sliding...
• Re: Wall mount table
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 24 Oct 2001 13:16:19 EDT
  In a message dated 10/24/01 10:11:32 AM Pacific Daylight Time, BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM writes: << I cut the original GL panels...
• Black Bumper Paint Code ?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Wed, 6 Nov 2002 16:27:18 -0700
  ...Looking for the paint code for the Black Fiber Glass Bumper and side panels? Seems to have a slight gloss to it. Vehicle: 90...
• Re: Solar panels for your Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 19 Jun 2007 06:47:04 -0700
  Matt Roberds typed: > > Standard disclaimers apply; I don't get money or other considerations > from any companies mentioned. > > Matt Roberds > Well done, Matt. Your...
• Re: [NVC} Computer Gurus Needed
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 2 Oct 2008 10:54:49 -0400
  ...I > can't see all the panels and therefore the icons. > > Is there any way to fix this problem? Am I overlooking something simple...
• Re: me too (solar)
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:35:58 -0700
  ...An MPPT type controller ekes more > > current out of solar panels than a less-expensive controller because the > > MPPT controller will continually adjust the...
• Re: How to fix rust below windshield (was: Back and ready...)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 9 May 95 11:13:06 bst
  ...He also sells complete front panels for about 90UKp which looks like a bigger job but is much easier. I'm about to fit...
• Re: interior panels
  Historical mailing list - Dan Moy
  Wed, 29 Oct 1997 14:48:17 -0500
  ...Hung wrote: > Dear fellow listees, > > Does anyone out there know how to remove the interior fiberboard panels in > the back of the Vanagon? I...
• Re: Solar panels and curtains
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Wed, 7 Aug 2002 07:20:37 -0500
  ...The panels are all scrap from our local gas company and are mounted on a sheet of 3/4" plywood. The entire set-up...
• Rear windshield washer tube
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:05:52 -0600
  ...Any secrets to fishing thing through the body panels? TIA, Gregg 90 Westy
• Uh oh! Thread hijack!! Was: Re: Simpler Alternative to welding body panels
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Sun, 25 Mar 2001 12:47:30 -0600
  <<<snip>>> Vegetarian is an old Native American word for "can't hunt worth a damn"<<<snip>>> Along those lines... "Vegetables aren't food. Vegetables...
• Re: Improvement or desecration?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 5 Apr 2002 16:03:32 -0400
  ...M > What do you think when you see a Vanagon with scores > of > modifications, cut > door panels, tack-on gauges, add-on doo-dads?
• body panel seams anatomy and rust mitigation
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:38:24 -0400
  ...It seemed like the vertical panels have a 90 degree bent section on each that are parallel to each other and extend deeper into...
• '56 kombi update
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 17 Jun 1995 21:31:45 -0700 (PDT)
  Howdy, Did some work on the interior today! Bought some material that is very, very, very close to the stuff the original door panels...
• Re: Wood Westie Interiors (T2)
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 23 Mar 1996 09:30:08 -0800
  the panels are drying- theyll get three coats of >varnish. The front door panels got Thompson's water seal on the backside >too. > I...
• Re: Rustproof rear left panel?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 21 Sep 2001 12:24:04 -0300
  ...Every 2 years I take out ALL of the camping equipment and then take off ALL of the panels and take out the fibreglass...
• Re: POR-15 [was: Rust Inhibit Kit (WAXOYL)]
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Tue, 5 Mar 2002 22:50:37 -0600
  ...are, forming the inside and outside panels--- This stuff is supposed to flow in between the panels and stop further rust--- I'll be...
• Re: what tool am i looking for? Limited vanagon content ...
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 12 Jul 2006 22:37:11 -0700
  ...The panels are for a shed I'm building, my first > (and potentially last) project depending on my success. > > Can somebody tell me what...
• Re: Insulation?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Oster
  Sat, 17 Sep 1994 02:19:50 -0700 (PDT)
  ...the insulation gathered water, and toasted all the panels (RUST! ROT! DOOOOMMM!!!!) But it might work, if you inspected now and then.... Mabey someone...
• Re: What Mini-Projects are going on?
  Historical mailing list - Bill
  Mon, 28 Jun 1999 01:18:52 -0700
  ...This gave me panels wide enough to cut to the size of my tables, and panels glued up from several boards are more stable...
• Westy Solar
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:05:32 -0800
  Hi Daryl, I was looking at your trip pictures and noticed the solar panels on your roof. How did you mount them? Because of...
• Re: Volkswagen 'quality'
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 09 Nov 1995 19:08:00 -0800 (PST)
  >>> uh, there's a lot of cars with aluminum body panels, usually the nicer, >>> more expensive ones... >> >> First I've heard of that. Which...
• Re: Seam Rust Observation
  Historical mailing list - Daivd Janzen
  Sat, 30 Oct 1999 09:02:09 EDT
  ...I've seen to fight rust was oily newspapers placed in panels. Works great but might be a bit low tech for some. Dave
• For sale: '87 Vanagon Wolfsburg w/ bed and table $1500
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Dec 2003 02:59:32 EST
  ...weekender interior w/ sofabed and side panels w/ flip out table and cupholders. grey velour. automatic, a/c, power doorlocks, power steering. nice body...
• Re: Slider Quietening
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Thu, 5 Jul 2012 02:41:15 -0700
  That looks a little like the teflon anti-chafe tape we use on the engine cowling of light planes to prevent aluminum panels from...