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• Tyre sizes for 6J x 15 ET45 rims
  Historical mailing list - Don McCallum
  Mon, 29 Mar 1999 00:40:23 +0100
  ...I am finding it difficult here in the UK to get 205/70R15 tyres which I would like. Has anyone out there fitted 215...
• Re: Finding a slow battery drain
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 09:54:17 -0800
  All batteries will drain down over time due to internal discharging and discharging externally between the electrodes if there is any moisture or acid...
• '81 Vanagon Diesel, small gears
  Historical mailing list - Wiebo Troost
  Tue, 4 Apr 2000 21:31:42 -0600
  ...We are finding that the engine runs at high revolutions (3500 rpm)while driving barely 90 km/h. Does anyone know whether it is...
• Re: late season campsite advice/info?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Tue, 30 Oct 2001 01:07:54 -0600
  ...late season campsite advice/info? > hi list, > any members know of a good online resource available for finding campsites > (preferably with RV hookups)? > also...
• Re: Caught offside!
  Historical mailing list - Richie Chunda
  Thu, 18 Jul 2002 00:52:36 EDT
  ...they mean and continue to use original descriptions and language without finding the need to keep dreaming up absurd words for commonplace objects and...
• Re: Who Sells Vanagon Batteries??
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 6 Aug 2002 12:03:22 EDT
  In a message dated 8/6/02 11:44:06 AM, ALOHADREAM@AOL.COM writes: >I am having a hell of time finding a...
• Transmission leak
  Historical mailing list - Brad Fowler
  Wed, 12 Feb 2003 17:55:41 -0800
  Hey everyone, Hope this question isn't too ignorant, but I'm having a hard time finding the right information since I don't...
• finding switch able power
  Historical mailing list - Kevin
  Thu, 23 Jun 2005 15:47:49 -0700
  Hi Folks, Adding some accessories to the bus today to get ready for the weekend. I need 12v power only when the key is...
• changing shift points
  Historical mailing list - Bob Mac
  Mon, 14 Aug 2006 19:18:40 -0400
  ...I tried searching the archives but i have yet to be successful at finding anything what-so-ever in there.
• Re: Searching for gray drivers door panel, rear bed cushion, GL/Westy
  Historical mailing list - Karl - Westy Ventures
  Fri, 1 Mar 2024 23:17:41 -0800
  ...I often have people asking about finding a good van. > > Lately I've had two folks tell me that when they retire in a...
• Splitty question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 12 Oct 2016 15:20:42 -0400
  ...the family is interested in finding it a home and I volunteered to look at it. So, this could also be a simple technology...
• Re: Speaking of CV Joints ...
  Historical mailing list - Jorge Osorio
  Fri, 16 May 2003 11:38:18 -0400
  ...IIRC, it is called MO2? or Mollydisulophide? Please > report your findings to the list > Eric. > > > Jorge Osorio wrote: > > > Hello Volks. Last Sunday while on...
• Re: Electrical puzzle
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 16 Jun 2018 12:48:25 -0400
  > > So far what I am finding is that Initial Current to extend the Solenoid > can be in the 25-35Amp range That would bring...
• Re: Need help finding Auto Trans Washers
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Wed, 14 Jan 2015 11:14:13 -0600
  I found them here... thanks to a link posted on thesamba. I ordered the correct items and I'm having them overnighted. http://www...
• Sourcing a few parts...
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 23:27:51 -0500
  Hi all, I'm having trouble finding a few parts: 1) The gasket on my sliding door handle fell apart when I removed the...
• Re: AAZ diesel conversion
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 6 Jul 2011 08:23:52 -0700
  ...I think it's yahoo but > haven't had any luck finding it. Yup. Yahoo: http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Diesel-Vanagon/ Neil...
• How to remove the inside middle rear view mirror?
  Historical mailing list - Zach Hale
  Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:05:37 -0700
  ...Does anybody know how it comes off? I scoured the bentley manual with no success finding anything about removing that mirror. It feels like...
• online search for every thing from skoda to audi and zugot for second time today ... useful to some of those interested in finding some parts
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:59:54 -0800
  http://www.vagcat.com/epc/ -- roger w From Proverbs: Under three things the earth trembles, under four it cannot bear up: a servant who...
• Re: 12V Space Heaters?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 30 Jan 1997 12:50:26 -0500 (EST)
  In a message dated 97-01-30 04:05:05 EST, cdearl@cats.ucsc.edu (Charles D Earl) writes: > I am interested in finding...
• Re: Favorite Fluid for Unsticking Stuff
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Mar 1999 12:00:01 EST
  ...Ken Wilford Van-Again John 3:16 PS the hardest part about milking the mouse is finding those tiny stools! :)
• Vanagon to Weekender poptop conversion
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Curry
  Sun, 18 Apr 1999 12:48:58 -0700
  ...In my final throes of desperation I have taken to calling Vanagon ads in hopes of finding a nice van, a stray pop-top...
• vanagon part needed
  Historical mailing list - Jenny Loerzel
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 17:14:28 -0500
  Hey Gang, Was hoping for someone's help with finding a part I need. I am looking for the cellophane strip that controls the...
• Rim Questions
  Historical mailing list - Chad
  Thu, 8 Mar 2001 12:18:48 -0400
  ...Vanagons are scarce where I live so finding a used set in close to impossible. My question is, are there rims from other VW...
• Re: WAS Re: 1984 synchro weekender for sale
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Wed, 5 Sep 2001 21:57:48 EDT
  ...more powerful teutonic heart(928S engine), but i'm having trouble finding a G50tranny for less than a grand. hopefully i won't win...
• Fuel pressure test gauge ???
  Historical mailing list - Sean B.
  Wed, 26 Dec 2001 13:15:18 -0800
  ...0 to 50 or 60, but have had no luck in finding one. I did however, find a fuel pressure test gauge for american...
• Re: FS Splittie Side Barn Doors
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 25 Jun 2003 13:22:27 EDT
  ...at any rate, finding a set of solid splitty side cargo doors is not a easy thing to do these days. chris
• Re: Cleaning the water holding tank?
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Tue, 15 Jul 2003 16:16:18 -0700
  ...up, cause this is my next chore on my > list > (after finding a suitable magnet for my beloved hula girl). > Is there a easy...
• Re: Canadian taxes
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:46:24 -0500
  ...Christopher Gronski" <gronski@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > > Robert, and any other Americans finding difficulty giving away > > Canadian Money, feel free to give it to me...
• Re: Shady Business was Honest Mechanics
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Thu, 9 Aug 2007 17:05:18 -0400
  ...I asked him for some parts and took down his number, ended up finding the parts i needed and never gave him a call...
• Re: head gaskets
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:49:47 -0500
  ...Greg Potts Toronto, Ontario Canada 1987 Wolfsburg weekender 197x westfakia "Bob the Tomato" www.pottsfamily.ca www.busesofthecorn.com > Well, finding the history of...
• Re: Electircal Problem
  Historical mailing list - Karen Winter
  Wed, 12 Feb 1997 10:18:57 -0500
  ...I posted this problem to the Vanagon list and took the van to two repair shops with no success in finding the problem. Thank...
• vanagon shifter bound???
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Mon, 27 Feb 2006 17:27:50 -0500
  ...Sitting still then I had difficulty finding any gear. From net research I'm thinking the nylon inerts of my shifter are trashed... My...
• purging propane tank
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sat, 11 Jun 2016 23:58:21 -0400
  ...I'm having trouble finding someone local to "purge" the tank before filling. One idea I had was to have the local filler put...
• Re: Anyone know these Canadians?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 9 May 2011 20:36:04 -0700
  ...couple > > Could have been a syncro? Here's to hope of finding the husband > alive soonest, and a speedy recovery to the rescued wife...
• Re: finding bad syncro wheel bearing
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Mar 1996 23:15:48 -0500
  In a message dated 96-03-14 00:39:30 EST, wabbott@mtest.teradyne.com (William Abbott) writes: > Would it put too much stress...
• Color Codes for 86 Westy Syncro. HELP!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Jan 1997 22:02:33 -0500
  I'm still in need of some help in finding the proper paint codes for my van. Is there a sticker or plate somewhere...
• wiring diagrams - correction
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Tue, 20 Aug 1996 06:31:51 -0700
  Y'all weren't finding the wiring diagrams because of an oh-so-subtle type introduced during my cut-and-paste operation in my...
• Chris, can we number the messages?
  Historical mailing list - Sorin Bejenaru
  Mon, 25 Aug 1997 22:32:25 -0400
  ...Each posting used to have a corresponding number with the numbers from the table of contents, making finding a specific message very easy, without...
• Re: Extra fuel tanks
  Historical mailing list - Chris Turner
  Wed, 22 Oct 1997 21:45:58 -0400
  ...the only hard part if finding a junked syncro w/ the gas tank still in it.. chris
• Re: Are Eurovan 5 cyls the same as Audi 5 cyls
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Mon, 5 Apr 1999 18:17:00 -0600
  ...This is just logic-based speculation, but I'd think finding an actual Audi engine instead might be as simple as working this all...
• Fw: Car Top Case
  Historical mailing list - Roger Riopel
  Wed, 26 Apr 2000 16:49:01 -0400
  ...It is produce as a project to find a solution for this long time situation of finding a secure rooftop storage. More info, email...
• Vanagon auto tranny lifespan
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Tue, 1 May 2001 17:26:17 -0400
  Looking for mid 80's vans, and finding some with automatic transmissions. What is the lifespan of these things? I was looking at a...
• CT parts
  Historical mailing list - Tracy Bonin
  Tue, 23 Apr 2002 13:00:57 -0700
  Hi, I was wondering if anyone knew of any used/new parts, restoration shops in CT, I'm having trouble finding some, looked everywhere...
• Re-wiring doors (power windows, etc)
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Wed, 5 Jun 2002 10:42:31 -0700
  ...I am assuming that finding wire that matches the color scheme of the stock wiring will not be difficult.... Brent Christensen '89 GL Syncro...
• Re: Volkswagen Vanagon/Type II Fuel Systems Pro Manual
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 23 Oct 2005 11:26:05 -0700
  ...the Digifant portion, but AFC and Digijet have been left out. > Finding > the dead tree version is already nearly impossible... John, I tried in...
• in need of an engine-87 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - S Rippere
  Thu, 23 Feb 2006 09:08:39 -0800
  ...I know this is an obscure request, and I've been informed that the chances of me finding a spare VW engine somewhere are...
• making a 3 person middle bench...(was Re: 3rd row seat yearly differences?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 27 May 2006 10:25:40 EDT
  ...viola! :<) alot easier than finding a real 3 person middle bench seat from a 9 passenger van.. chris
• Linear or Cross-linked plastic in Brake Fluid Reservoir?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 10 Mar 2008 10:46:08 -0500
  ...son has a cracked at the stem resivoir on his 83 Audi CGT at the nipple and is having a hard time finding a...
• Exhaust Gas Sniffer - Memphis TN
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:10:02 -0500
  ...Do any of you have any leads or suggestions for finding what I am looking for in Memphis? Thanks, Jonathan Poole '83 AC Westy
• Re: New AC Thing
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 15:47:44 -0700
  ...my mustache with this stuff. > > I'll report my findings as I have findings. > > Any chance you could do some pre-conversion cabin/vent...
• Re: Weird engine noise update (LONG)
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 10 Jul 2015 15:56:20 -0700
  ...here's my finding.... take out and install any WBX engine cost between $1200.00 to $1500.00 if your mechanic quotes you say...
• Re: 2.1 Oil light on at low speeds
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Shawley
  Sun, 4 Sep 2011 01:00:29 +0000
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > On my project syncro (which has sat for a long time) I am now finding that > the oil light comes...
• Re: microwave oven
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Johnson
  Thu, 9 Sep 2010 21:59:15 -0600
  ...Having trouble finding a > microwave that will work with a second battery and inverter. Does anyone > have any experience, suggestions or comments? > > thank you...
• Sniveling Unknown Lurker
  Historical mailing list - Brett Fairbanks
  Wed, 10 Jul 1996 22:06:46 -0500
  ...These vanagon folks even have me thinking of finding a nice Wasserboxer for a daily driver! Hats off to Ken for taking on the...
• FS: Another Syncro in NY (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Jon Christensen
  Wed, 8 Jan 1997 08:56:25 -0600 (CST)
  ...Thanks to Bob Hufford on finding this one. I dunno on price. Please respond to seller. Jon Christensen /V\ Membership Coordinator for the ~Certified...
• List ettiquette (subject titles)
  Historical mailing list - Kim
  Sun, 24 May 1998 01:33:18 EDT
  I'm finding that I'm deleting quite a few mailings, because the subject lines don't indicate to me that they are Vanagon...
• Tranny source(s) in Florida/ Georgia
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Sun, 6 Dec 1998 20:10:26 -0500
  ...but if I don't look, there's no chance of finding one. Right? Anyway, Volks, if you'd just take a minute, scratch...
• Finding Temp Sensor 2
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Fri, 21 May 1999 19:46:54 -0400
  Volks, I need to replace the temp sensor on my 1984 1.9, the blue one that fits in the thermostat housing. I've...
• Re: fuel pressure test connection size?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Tue, 6 Feb 2001 12:26:27 EST
  ...is 4mmX0.7 but, that factoid is about useless; good luck finding a banjo fitting and drilled screw of that size. If you look...
• Re: VW Transporter?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 20 Sep 2001 15:48:58 EDT
  ...available for Vanagons as drivetrains were available in Transporters as well. Finding Double Cab specific body parts can be a challenge in the US...