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  • Re: Q:how to install the plastic front window trim
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Wed, 10 Jun 1998 07:46:52 -0400
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler
  • Re: Shuddering rear end when letting clutch out.
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Mon, 3 Aug 1998 07:38:30 -0400
    ...If it works! Anyone have any input on this? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler
  • VW show in PGH. PA
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Mon, 31 Aug 1998 12:36:33 -0400
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler
  • MSDS: MArtin Schneider Designs
    Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
    Wed, 7 Oct 1998 11:01:29 -0300
    Hi All, just an FYI on this guy, stuffed a 230HP Porsche 6 into a Syncro, reviewed a couple of years back in VW...
  • Re: Stat out OK
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Wed, 5 May 1999 23:54:17 -0400
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler On Thu, 6 May 1999, Joel Shortlidge wrote: > I was thinking...
  • Re: built tranny's
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Mon, 13 Sep 1999 01:11:54 EDT
    In a message dated 9/13/1999 2:58:58 AM, vw4x4@FYI.NET writes: << That's why keeping things stock is best...unless...
  • Autotrader.com
    Historical mailing list - amanda powell
    Wed, 19 Apr 2000 06:25:44 PDT
    FYI: I clicked on "Autotrader.com" And found this-----------------"1987 Syncro Vanagon 4x4 5speed metallic gray, power lock/windows safari a/c, differential lock...
  • Vanagon rear hatch differences by year.....read
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 4 Mar 2000 12:15:58 EST
    FYI, those looking for a used hatch might note that the Vanagon hatches are different from year to year: '80-'83 (lock area different...
  • Re: Fw: Re: windshield repairs
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Sat, 20 Apr 2002 19:57:53 EDT
    In a message dated 4/20/02 7:36:37 PM, rrh@AUTOBAHN.MB.CA writes: << FYI, here in Manitoba, windshield glass repairs are...
  • Re: Questions for you conversion experts
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Wed, 6 Aug 2003 13:52:59 EDT
    In a message dated 8/6/2003 10:35:40 AM Pacific Daylight Time, vw4x4@FYI.NET writes: > http://www.evcl.com/vw/ Eric...
  • Re: repeatedly blowing head gasket
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Sun, 16 Mar 2003 23:20:20 -0500
    ARe you using the "special" sealer? Is the surfaces perfectly clean, straight, and with out oils? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS...
  • Re: Painting the Vanagon;
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Sun, 26 Sep 2004 18:00:47 -0400
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: NEW TIRE
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Thu, 22 Sep 2005 12:42:04 -0600
    ...jimt On 9/22/05 11:11 AM, "vw4x4@fyi.net" <vw4x4@fyi.net> wrote: > Looks like there is a few new tires > on...
  • Re: Rotor thoughts
    Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
    Tue, 17 Aug 2004 17:47:01 +0200
    ...Rotor thoughts > "a picture would resolve that issue very easily" > You got it! > > http://www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/in1.jpg > http://www.fyi.net...
  • Re: auxillary heat
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Tue, 23 Nov 2004 20:10:07 -0500
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: Vanagon Digest - 13 May 1998 to 14 May 1998 - Special issue
    Historical mailing list - susan hafler
    Fri, 15 May 1998 18:57:07 PDT
    ...EMZ <vw4x4@FYI.NET> >>Subject: NO Vanagon content! >> >> You got a winner there buddy. Most girls today have no >>idea how to use a...
  • Re: diesel engine question. Little Vanagon content
    Historical mailing list - Southard Family
    Mon, 27 Dec 1999 08:08:09 -0500
    ...This > is as good as my Syncro with the drive shaft in. > > Eric 86-VW4x4 > vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z > Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936...
  • Re: Friday - Echo! Echo! The old deadbeat on the bus routine once again .......... not exactly.
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Sat, 14 Jun 2003 01:12:25 -0400
    ...I'll buy a dollar ticket? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www...
  • Re: Hall Sender question
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Wed, 24 Dec 2003 19:28:12 -0500
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: main bearing torque
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 5 Apr 2004 08:10:20 -0500
    ...22 ft/lb is nothing... > Eric 86-VW4x4 > vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro > Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler > 92-Jetta GWC > www.fyi...
  • FYI: DOKA For sale in BC
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 4 Jan 2010 13:19:38 -0800
    No affiliation, I just ran across this ad on Vancouver Craig's List. One of the photos must be from the Coquitlam VW Show...
  • 62 camper for sale ... ;)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 03 May 96 18:16:18 CDT
    but i didn't say how BIG it was ... :) FYI ... ========================================================================= Date: Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com> From: bobbystoys@aol.com (BobbysToys) Subject...
  • FS Seattle: '87 VW Westphalia Camper (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Mackenzie
    Wed, 28 May 1997 15:26:08 -0700 (PDT)
    fyi. All disclaimers apply. ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: 28 May 1997 05:11:37 GMT >From: MELIE M <meliem@aol.com> Newsgroups: seattle.forsale.misc...
  • Heaters
    Historical mailing list - Joe
    Mon, 15 Dec 1997 07:23:49 -0500
    ...Does anyone have any experience with there products? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler
  • Lilliput sale
    Historical mailing list - Todd Kaderabek
    Fri, 23 Jun 2000 08:27:30 -0400
    ...Just FYI. TJK -- Todd J. Kaderabek
  • Re: History - Magnum PI Van On eBay
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 1 Dec 2002 10:11:41 EST
    ...ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=15296& > item=1872513533&rd=1 > > fyi people, it didnt sell (didnt meet reserve) so you can contact seller...
  • Wanted: Rust free Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Thu, 6 Mar 2003 10:15:44 -0500
    ...vw4x4@fyi.net
  • Re: Will 90 Cabrio ISV Control unit fit 87 Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 24 Apr 2003 13:38:44 EDT
    In a message dated 4/24/03 7:10:20 AM Eastern Daylight Time, vw4x4@FYI.NET writes: > If you remember the original question...
  • Re: Dakar Rally starts soon
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sun, 7 Jan 2007 17:02:15 -0700
    ...Bob Stevens '87 Westy Syncro "Passion Fruit" >Just FYI: the Dakar rally starts soon. Usually there is a half hour >synopsis every night: > >http...
  • Re: Drive shaft installation
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Fri, 31 Dec 1999 12:04:52 -0500
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler On Fri, 31 Dec 1999, Shortlidge D Joel wrote: > I just...
  • Re: FYI - Audi wheels are a DIRECT bolt on for the Eurovan
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Thu, 17 Jul 2003 21:48:42 -0600
    ...COM> Sent: Thursday, July 17, 2003 3:00 PM Subject: Re: FYI - Audi wheels are a DIRECT bolt on for the Eurovan > David Brodbeck...
  • Re: cracked heads - how far can it go ..
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Fri, 11 Jul 2003 21:15:35 -0400
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: heater box: 8 clips v. 11 (dumb question)
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Mon, 3 Feb 2003 21:56:04 -0500
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: 87 Vanagon v 90 Cabrio ISVs
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Sat, 26 Apr 2003 00:14:03 +0000
    ...Eric Zeno <vw4x4@FYI.NET> >Reply-To: vw4x4@FYI.NET >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >Subject: Re: 87 Vanagon v 90 Cabrio ISVs >Date...
  • Re: Vanagon Camper now at $26,600.00 On E-bay
    Historical mailing list - Justin M. Mayrand
    Wed, 18 Jun 2003 13:22:05 -0400
    ...Eric Zeno <vw4x4@FYI.NET> >> Reply-To: vw4x4@FYI.NET >> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >> Subject: Vanagon Camper now at $26,600.00 On...
  • Re: Cold Starting
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Wed, 12 Nov 2003 12:50:41 -0500
    ...so.... > > > > Eric 86-VW4x4 > > vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro > > Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler > > 92-Jetta GWC > > www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm >
  • FYI.. oil drain plug
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Wed, 30 Aug 2017 19:49:45 -0700
    Recently I did an oil change.. the plug came out good, threads are good... but the head of the plug is quite bad... I...
  • Re: NEW? slider door for Vanagon
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 18 May 2015 17:28:50 -0400
    ...theyre NOT interchangeable....fyi....
  • diesel camper for sale ...
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 06 Jun 96 07:45:18 CDT
    FYI: contact THEM, not me! :) ========================================================================= Date: Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com> From: 76401.431@compuserve.com Subject: 1982 Vanagon Westphalia Camper (Diesel...
  • Vanagon glass update ..Re: ac for my 82 (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Tue, 18 Aug 1998 00:04:53 -0400
    ...Anyone know anything about this glass? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler
  • MXT tire prices, MXT MXL spare tire wanted
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Thu, 27 May 1999 11:30:41 -0400
    ...Any want to get rid of there old 14" spare, who ungraded? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936...
  • 1990 Multivan for auction
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Thu, 9 Sep 1999 09:27:08 -0700
    Just FYI, there's a 1990 Westie Multivan on eBay, starting at $3,500. http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&tc...
  • Re: FS: RARE middle/center (swiveling) seat for '85 Westy
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 23 Jul 2002 12:09:53 EDT
    FYI that seat can be shipped UPS in a Uhaul wardrobe box from cost to coast for only $45. also you can slide the...
  • Westy top hinge
    Historical mailing list - Rosebud
    Fri, 18 Jul 2003 14:52:50 -0400
    FYI - The 74 "Camp Mobile" (that is what the designation was/is) was the last year of the traditional interior i.e. Reefer, stove...
  • 1989 Westy rvtraderonline.com
    Historical mailing list - Tim Schneider
    Wed, 14 Apr 2004 14:12:55 -0700
    FYI I have no affiliation with these listings.. just forwarding on to the list Was looking up some other info in rvtraderonline.com and...
  • how to convert your hardtop passenger van into a westy poptop
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 5 Oct 2006 13:28:32 EDT
    ...http://homepage.mac.com/mwsnow/PhotoAlbum5.html fyi, i have some vanagon westy poptop sections and camper interiors FS if anyone wants to make...
  • FYI - Venting for mobile refrigerators
    Historical mailing list - Todd P. Last
    Thu, 5 Jul 2007 08:03:06 -0700
    <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.01 Transitional//EN"> <html> <head> </head> <body bgcolor="#ffffff" text="#000000"> <font face="Century Gothic">Interesting article...
  • Re: Will 90 Cabrio ISV Control unit fit 87 Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Wed, 23 Apr 2003 14:22:02 -0400
    ...Eric Zeno <vw4x4@FYI.NET> > > > >Reply-To: vw4x4@FYI.NET > > > >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > > >Subject: Re: Will 90 Cabrio ISV Control unit fit...
  • Re: Looking for space for a Vanagon project in the Washington DC area
    Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
    Thu, 11 Nov 2004 06:46:54 -0500
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: Parting out advice
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 21 Apr 2003 22:06:16 -0500
    ...Stan Wilder 83 Air Cooled Westfalia On Mon, 21 Apr 2003 23:11:10 -0400 EMZ <vw4x4@FYI.NET> writes: > This is a classis...
  • Re: Rotor thoughts
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Tue, 17 Aug 2004 07:33:45 -0700
    ...Rotor thoughts > "a picture would resolve that issue very easily" > You got it! > > http://www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/in1.jpg > http://www.fyi.net...
  • Fuel tank vent.
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Sun, 17 Oct 2004 10:04:45 -0400
    ...Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi.net 86-SS Syncro Pittsburgh, PA USA 1936-Chrysler 92-Jetta GWC www.fyi.net/~vw4x4/vw4x4.htm On...
  • Re: For Ben T - Where has everyone gone?
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Tue, 11 Jun 2019 16:23:55 -0400
    ...and after visiting I delete all cookies and sanitize my machine. FYI, the Facebook Container extension for Firefox keeps your Facebook tab(s) in...
  • solar panel $100.00
    Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
    Wed, 10 May 2017 19:05:25 -0400
    ...Just a FYI. Karl.
  • 85 Vanagon (FS)
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 17 Sep 1996 22:36:51
    FYI, tim --- Forwarded message follows --- >From: hmesick@goldinc.com Subject: 85 Vanagon Date: Wed, 11 Sep 96 14:20:14 CDT Since I go...
  • Re: O2 sensor question
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 7 Jun 1997 09:05:07 PST
    ...Ken Lewis On Fri, 6 Jun 1997 23:47:12 -0400 (EDT) Joe Wagner <vw4x4@fyi.net> writes: > What does the compuuter do if...
  • Re: FYI - Use Detergent Gasoline
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 12 Jan 1999 14:21:51 EST
    In a message dated 99-01-12 12:18:35 EST, vmontgo32@JUNO.COM writes: << Over on this side of the world we mix...
  • Re: Still looking for owners manual 1984 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Matthew
    Tue, 16 Dec 2003 09:19:53 -0800
    ...can be purchased from www.volkscafe.com for a reasonable price. fyi. mp Robert Keezer wrote: > I have one on eBay America's favorite...
  • easy.. Re: Passenger van to westy pop top conversion?
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 10 Dec 2003 18:19:26 EST
    ...to do the conversionm, the easy way and the hard way. fyi i have a poptop section for sale if anyone's interested. chris...
  • Re: Opinions on this Inverter?
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Thu, 25 Nov 2004 16:58:34 -0800
    On Thu, 25 Nov 2004 18:50:11 -0500 (EST), Eric Zeno <vw4x4@fyi.net> wrote: > Ben, > A 100 watt light bulb will not...