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• Re: Floppy Wiper arm, is there a fix?
  Historical mailing list - TonyCollin
  Fri, 18 Oct 2013 09:12:13 -0400
  ...the new "fancy" (price ones) type wiper blades that >> seem more aerodynamic, but I don't just want to fork over the $30 bucks...
• Re: Not exactly...was: towing with a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Thu, 11 Mar 1999 08:24:57 -0800
  ...Our vans are like arrows flying backwards - weight aft and feathers first, because the center of mass is behind the center of aerodynamic pressure...
• van noise
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
  Tue, 11 Jun 1996 12:26:34 EST
  ...If I had a prepaid month to mess around I might play with some aerodynamics: compare noise level with and without mirrors, for instance...
• Re: Back from Mammoth, carb thoughts (long)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 27 Sep 96 00:42:30 CDT
  ...into "Georgia Overdrive" and let 'er fly as fast as the "aerodynamics" would allow!! :) >Average mpg: 19.57 which, considering the amount of crap...
• The van in snow
  Historical mailing list - Wayne Hagan
  Sun, 6 Jan 2002 23:29:53 -0800
  ...A fellow Auto Designer at work explained it this way, what's going to fly better through the air, (aerodynamics aside) an arrow or...
• Re: Westie Euro Luggage Rack Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 28 Sep 2008 14:30:59 -0700
  ...Aerodynamics and the Westie luggage rack, etc.. >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > dear fronts piece wanters >>>> >> >>>> >> you guys all laugh at my millage #'s and say they are untrue...
• Cutting edge tech. Carbon fiber...window crank.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 6 May 2011 22:33:56 -0700
  ...have "Uni-directional cellulose components" (sounds high tech..more so than "plywood" eh?) as well as carbon fiber adjustable aerodynamic aids.... Friday Don Hanson
• Re: Power of a 2.0L Air cooled vs 2.1L???
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 9 Dec 2003 11:41:54 -0500
  ...This makes driving a lot more relaxing. - Something about the aerodynamics or suspension dynamics makes the Vanagon get pushed around less in crosswinds. You...
• Re: Longevity of Conversion Engines
  Historical mailing list - Randy Charrette
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 22:16:41 -0500
  ...pushing <DIV></DIV>&gt;around a <DIV></DIV>&gt;light weight, aerodynamic body. This causes me to wonder what the <DIV></DIV>&gt;life...
• Re: Replace WBX with more efficient engine? Well....
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Thu, 5 Jun 2008 18:00:12 -0400
  ...It > takes the same amount of power to move the heavy, un-aerodynamic Vanagon > Regardless of what engine is in it, so a slightly...
• Re: 130mph in a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Tue, 7 Dec 2004 08:07:25 -0800
  ...The aerodynamics of a Vanagon do >not allow it to acheive a true 130 mph. Nothing fishy about his post. I know >thats what...
• Re: Ok, I did the archives search, but found nothing. I need a flue vent cover.
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 16 May 2006 07:40:24 -0700
  ...In > fact, it's perhaps the most aerodynamic thing on the > entire van! > > I've never used the OE plastic vent cover, but > deterioration...
• Re: Poptop -bubble top add-on proposal
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Thu, 8 Feb 2007 20:58:29 -0500
  ...52" by 52" fiberglass bubble, measured at the > interface with the existing top roof level, sloping appropriately in the > front for aerodynamics and in...
• Re: AC Controls
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 17 May 2008 22:06:06 -0700
  ...Got that down right ? When did they start the AC that runs along the center roof line front to back ? When did aerodynamic outside...
• misc (mpg, transmission, driving habits.)
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:44:04 -0400
  ...reviewing all the specs, it occurs to me that while the aerodynamics make some difference as to the fuel economy, especially above 50 mph...
• Re: Wankels
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 13 Oct 1998 09:55:53 -0700
  ...weight Vanagon 1500+ kg is just too heavy, and has the aerodynamics of a house. Why do you think VW skipped the 1600 cc...
• Re: Yakima cargo box on Westy (don't drink and drill)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Fri, 18 May 2001 21:31:12 -0700
  ...and drill." (Matt Groening, Life in Hell.) > >This box is pretty aerodynamic in all directions, and shouldn't >cause too much of a crosswind...
• Re: Gas Mileage Improvements?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:14:21 -0700
  Because you're driving slower pulling a load and being careful, or because of improved flowstream aerodynamics?....probably the former.�� But you did say...
• Re: QT Video of New Microbus From Germany
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 3 Mar 2006 09:42:20 -0800
  ...ANY country; to a blunt front end that would likely be > > aerodynamically WORSE than the Vanagon. No VW engineer would ever > approve > > such a...
• Re: Aerodynamics
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Apr 1996 13:39:37 -0300 (ADT)
  At 11:19 AM 4/30/96 -0500, Don Woolard wrote: >I attended a lecture by Jay Baldwin last night. He discussed the Dymaxion...
• Re: Vanavolvo ??
  Historical mailing list - John Klun
  Fri, 16 Feb 2001 11:10:19 -0700
  ...with the same engine and with half the weight and better aerodynamics I found that one boring !) and there doesn't seem to be...
• Re: High Mileage - its all been done before
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 16 Jun 2008 09:43:04 -0700
  ...Notice that the largest gain in MPG was with the > > "aerodynamic aids". > > > Looks like approx. 2mpg. > > > Sooooooooooo, who's gonna break out the left...
• Re: Parts for sale - cleaning garage
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 2 Nov 2009 20:58:11 -0500
  ...3 OEM aerodynamic hubcaps. Various condition, not much to brag > about. > > These are sure get you an extra 0.27 mpg at 95 mph...
• Re: Bike Rack
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:13:05 -0800
  ...Keeps all that stuff out of the air stream, too, for less aerodynamic drag. What I did is I took some short sections of...
• Re: Source for small auxiliary coolant pump? (oil cooler idea!)
  Historical mailing list - Karl M
  Tue, 9 May 2000 15:01:29 -0400
  ...But you need to take into consideration the workload of my turbo engine, pushing this non-aerodynamic 4WD beast with oversize tires and high...
• Re: Why are campers higher at the rear?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 10 Jun 2004 22:33:18 -0500
  ...the wheels. > >Does it have something to do with improving the aerodynamics of the > >top? Then why is there no different part #? > >Besides curiosity...
• Re: Floppy Wiper arm, is there a fix?
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Thu, 17 Oct 2013 15:14:27 -0400
  ...the new "fancy" (price ones) type wiper blades that > > seem more aerodynamic, but I don't just want to fork over the $30 bucks...
• RE: mpg enhancements
  Historical mailing list - Jan Allbright
  Wed, 2 Nov 94 17:12:20 PST
  ...air-pusher like our vans into a sleek TGV/Bullet Train aerodynamic wonder. > > Someone posted that you could take a cone of suitable size...
• Re: Website and Maintenance--The missing Link--FOUND!!
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 19 Feb 2004 10:17:08 -0800
  ...Some really great info to add > to your collection > of other great sites to keep the old > Anti-Aerodynamic Shoebox flying > down the freeway...
• Re: How to increase gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 27 Apr 2006 16:39:57 -0400
  ...the engine alone, and no other factors >such as gearing, tires, aerodynamics, weight, etc, how else might one >increase fuel efficiency - ie mileage per...
• Re: Roof Racks
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 20 Dec 2012 07:59:11 -0800
  ...I use an oak or ash handrail for the aerodynamics. :) > > My fake rain gutters have been permanent since '89. I routinely haul > hefty Royalex...
• Re: Parts for sale - cleaning garage
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 2 Nov 2009 19:00:12 -0500
  ...3 OEM aerodynamic hubcaps. Various condition, not much to brag about. These are sure get you an extra 0.27 mpg at 95 mph...
• NVC: Diesel schmiesel...i'm thinking of going electric
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Mon, 26 May 2008 00:08:17 +0000
  ...the worst platforms for converting to an EV. > > Too heavy, no aerodynamics. A repeatable range of 100 miles it will > > cost you more than...
• high idle
  Historical mailing list - Timmy Evens
  Wed, 4 Jan 2012 19:48:08 -0800
  ...I'm going to use the "stalks" to try and mount a > smaller and more aerodynamic mirror on to try and cut down on...
• Re: 82 WESTY PERFORMANCE
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Sat, 15 Jan 2000 07:25:53 -0500
  ...It seems like aerodynamics plays a big role in highway mileage. Most cars get better gas mileage on the highway. Engine runs great...sparkplugs...
• Re: Was Ford Galaxy Friday, now Technology Comparison
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:21:54 -0500
  ...that it would show that the improvements are mostly in the aerodynamics, "SPECIAL TIRES" and weight control, but where is the profit in that...
• Re: Broken Passenger Side Mirror
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
  Mon, 19 May 2014 20:46:57 -0400
  ...s side? >>> >>> The van is an 87 Syncro GL with the "aerodynamic" power mirrors. It is >> mounted on the door with three screws. I...
• Re: halogen wisdom please
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Thu, 16 Jan 1997 22:24:08 -0500
  ...don't believe they are any more dangerous that the new aerodynamic headlamps that are currently on the market. If you park a car...
• Re: Cutting edge tech. Carbon fiber...window crank.
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 7 May 2011 07:26:51 -0700
  ...have "Uni-directional cellulose components" > (sounds high tech..more so than "plywood" eh?) as well as carbon fiber > adjustable aerodynamic aids.... > > Friday Don Hanson
• Re: difference's between model years
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 26 Sep 2014 22:39:17 -1000
  ...all the basic improvements, engine size, cooling system, brakes, suspension parts .. aerodynamic outside mirrors were available in 87 for the first time I think...
• Re: EV top on Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 27 Oct 2013 10:32:49 -0700
  ...such a windy place that the Westie top, with it's aerodynamic 'baggage', I'd be 'paying' for the added headroom of one every...
• Re: Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Dana Showers
  Fri, 21 May 2004 11:59:30 -0400
  ...have much more efficient, high compression, engines, with a far more aerodynamic body. dan On Wed, 19 May 2004 21:07:05 -0600, Klun...
• Big brakes--you have no idea!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 5 Jun 2012 10:19:37 -0700
  ...It was long and straight with light traffic, and the poor aerodynamics limited my speed to about 85. Ever seen those gravel emergency truck...
• Re: Need Vanagon Tires
  Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
  Sun, 25 Sep 1994 09:55:47 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Initially I thought it might be due to the aerodynamics of the '91 camper - in addition to the extra height, the '91's have...
• Re: asking for help once more...(bread loafers)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 20 Sep 1994 12:34:32 -0400
  ...I think that's what you need for the weight and aerodynamics of a brick, although the 17-1800 engines are simply much more...
• Re: unbelievable mpg at 55 mph
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:13:29 -0400
  ...The wind resistance really plays a big roll in our "less than aerodynamic" vans. Drafting really helps too! Jack R. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...
• Re: You Subaru guys have got to "activate" your A.C.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 9 Dec 2008 12:27:27 -0800
  ...exotic top, 'specially if we do an AW top - much better aerodynamics at speed. Scott www.turbovans.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "chris and/or...
• Re: Longevity of Conversion Engines
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Tue, 26 Mar 2002 14:02:55 -0600
  ...The radiator also has a fan that uses horsepower, or >presents aerodynamic drag as moving air flows through it. The aircooled >doesn't move...
• Re: cruising speed and MPG
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 8 Aug 2006 05:15:30 -0500
  ...Based on aerodynamics alone, 70 requires almost 30% more fuel than 55. The odometers are also optimistic by ~4% so you are not going...
• Mirrors, Spark Plugs, Oil temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - Lon Herman
  Mon, 7 Jul 1997 14:46:26 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I seem to recall some listalk about replacing the stock, rather large and noisy mirrors with something smaller and more aerodynamic, utilizing the existing...
• Re: Vanagon High tops avalable
  Historical mailing list - Danny C.
  Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:07:09 -0800
  ...Quieter, better aerodynamics and a whole lot of interior space for all that stuff the usually is cluttering up� a westy on the road...
• Re: Air intake "scoops"
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 15 Dec 1999 10:48:43 -0500
  ...horsepower gained by air scoop ram > effect could overcome the extra aerodynamic drag created by the > scoop. No advantage for this specific type of...
• Re: On Fuel Economy - Some Teutonic Observations
  Historical mailing list - Michael aka ECHO
  Thu, 9 Aug 2001 09:27:42 -0700
  ...Milquetoast. > > Somewhere back in my ancient past, I studied aviation related > aerodynamics and > seem to recall some references to relationships between, lift, > drag, speed...
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:37:17 -0700
  Did you get all four pix? I still think that a tall trailer right at the back would do the job. Also note that...
• Re: grey water tank ideas
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 22 May 2006 19:29:44 -0500
  ...light, fits in the "luggage rack" and probably makes it more aerodynamic. Wheel it to the dump station when you get all 120 pounds...
• Re: Sprinter Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Sun, 12 Sep 2004 18:59:53 -0700
  ...I like the Aerodynamic wedge shape. It looks much better than the American van with the huge fiberglass top installed. I have seen a...
• sway bar kit on a breadloaf
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 4 Jun 96 10:59:38 PDT
  ...The aerodynamic "bow wake" from passing trucks tended to push me aside then suck me back once they passed. Another handling problem in high...
• Re: Glued Pop Top Seals
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 09:23:37 -0100
  ...My mechanic says they improve the > aerodynamics of the top so it doesn't "helicopter" on the highway. > Q: Does anyone have information on...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: Group discount - Vanagon high tops
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 16 Jul 2003 20:50:25 -0700
  ...I like the Westfalia over the Reimo as it is more aerodynamic - sort of speak! David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 07:22:20 -0400
  ...Eric Reinhard Vehring wrote: >The aerodynamic discussion has gotten me on to my >favorite topic of late: noise reduction. I know there >is plenty...