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• Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:09:08 -0800
  ...But rear matresses are kind of wet. Water is > > getting into van. > > > > My Westy is parked on an incline with rear end pointed downhill...
• Rear Sliding Window
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 23 Apr 1997 12:48:38 +0300
  ...That was because of the rear sliding window. But hey, the middle and rear windows of the SA Vanagons are a bit larger than...
• Re: Front & Rear Heater Fan Switches: Was - Phred's Shiverin'...
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 19 Oct 2001 12:17:32 -0700
  The heater blower switches are identical front and rear, whether you have AC or not. Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "Shawn Wright" <swright@SLS...
• Re: Rear Hatch Swap on 1982 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bret Berger
  Thu, 3 Mar 2011 16:49:03 -0700
  ...Rear Hatch Swap on 1982 Vanagon >>>> My 82 rear hatch is creased, dented and rusted to the point that I am >>>> considering replacing it...
• Re: Tires Update
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:56:01 -0600
  ...Tires >> >> Can I run stock (14 in) tires up front and 16 in tires on the rear in a two >> wheel drive vanagon with...
• Re: Tires Update
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:52:52 -0600
  ...Tires >> >> Can I run stock (14 in) tires up front and 16 in tires on the rear in a two >> wheel drive vanagon with...
• Re: Swaybars-worth it(rear)?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Fri, 5 Jan 2001 18:22:20 -0500
  ...Abruptly lift off the throttle, transfer weight from the rear to the front causing the rear tires to break loose... what kids refer to...
• Re: [WetWesties] The Vanagon cooling system.. it's counterintuitive.. (long post)
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 9 Sep 2015 06:48:41 -1000
  ...Sideways mounted rear engine. > a hint .. > name is just letters. > > but rear radiator/s in a Vanagon ..someone build one please ..with huge > rear...
• Re: Benefits of a rear sway bar?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Tu
  Tue, 9 Apr 2002 12:10:04 -0700
  If it was a factory option is it still possible to get the factory roll bar from somewhere? What model years was the rear...
• Re: Rear Heater leak, removing the plastic shroud.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 Feb 2012 23:36:39 -0500
  ...Eastern Standard Time, kkalnsf@GMAIL.COM writes: > It appears we have a small leak from the rear heater area under the rear bench seat...
• Vanagon Rear Bumper Needed
  Historical mailing list - Gary Basey
  Tue, 27 Apr 1999 03:42:34 -0400
  ...Also, I need a rear hinge for the sliding door. The one in the center rear that allows the door to "kick out" to...
• parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - vwghost
  Mon, 24 Sep 2001 12:37:08 -0400
  ...glass rear hatch front 2 doors rear hubs front rotors gas tank front seats middle seat axles w/cv's suspension parts rear non...
• Re: vanagon rear suspension
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Jun 96 09:00:16 PDT
  ...Basically, you "wind" >> the trailing arms of the rear suspension. Email me for details. >Vanagon rear suspension does not have the same trailing arm...
• Re: rear turn signal wire color?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 13 Nov 2002 17:39:10 -0500
  At 05:04 PM 11/13/2002, dave wrote: >I am going to replace my rear red, side running lights, with amber ones ... >then...
• Re: interesting tire safety video
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:51:35 +0000
  ...My front tires wear more quickly on my van than the rears and it's AWD, but the main drive is rear. Factor: the...
• Rear windshield washer grommet
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sat, 10 Jun 2017 23:41:31 -0400
  I didn't see a follow-up about this in response to Eric Caron's conversation about his rear windshield washer hose replacement project...
• 87 Westfalia: Rear closet removal?
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Mon, 2 Jun 2014 12:32:04 -0500
  I have an 87 Westfalia with AC and I'm looking for info on how to remove the rear closet so that a window...
• FS: Longer Rear Studs
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:23:58 -0700
  Have a bunch of extra longer studs for the rear. They are about 13mm longer than stock for those needing to install spacers or...
• Re: rear brake adjusters?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:04:42 -0400
  ...I installed grease nipples on both of my rear drums, choosing the location carefully so I could access them through the wheel holes, and...
• Re: A/C, Rear, Shroud
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 9 Jan 2017 18:28:32 -0800
  is a tintop with a long A/C duct from rear to front?
• rear heater
  Historical mailing list - John Schaper
  Mon, 7 Aug 2000 07:49:08 -0700
  Will removing and replacing the rear heater with a new one eliminate the maple syrup smell?
• FS Rear blower motor
  Historical mailing list - Mark Watts
  Thu, 21 Dec 2000 20:14:23 EST
  I have a rear blower motor will a bad core. Anyone interested? cheerw, mark
• Rear View Mirror
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Sat, 13 Oct 2001 22:50:51 -1000
  Anybody have a pair of good rear view mirrors for a 87-92 Vanagon? Dan
• FS: rear hatch bug screen for vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 21:26:15 EST
  rear hatch bug screen fits all vanagons no holes. $30 chris
• Re: Thanks for input on 14" alloy wheels and 195R14 size tires
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 8 Jan 2013 16:31:41 -0800
  re the posters text : " I have done some preliminary testing with an 8psi difference front to rear, and so far I find it improves...
• Re: Rear Heater leak, removing the plastic shroud.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:46:52 -0800
  ...but typically on vanagons with a Z Bead rear seat.. remove that board across there..then I think it's loosen the seat frame...
• Re: Seat Modifications
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Fri, 23 Nov 2001 19:40:35 -0500
  Z-Line make hinges that that convert a Vanagon rear seat to a bed - but I'd check the wrecking yards to get a...
• Re: Vanagon Window Dimensions
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 20 Jan 2001 15:39:58 EST
  ...the rear side windows are different from '88-'91 when vw went to the fresh air venting system in the rear side windows as...
• Help: why is coolant leaking from my rear heater ?
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Sat, 20 Jul 2002 10:24:00 -0700
  ...In an attemptr to rid my 1990 Carat of the obnoxiuos "rear-heater coolant smell" last year I bought a used rear heater unit...
• Re: sliding rear window for transporter pickup??(single/doublecab)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 13:54:30 EST
  ...i was talking about the rearmost window.. the back window.. the one that you look thru when you look in the rearview mirror.. i...
• Re: Seeking Input - Big Disc Brakes & stock rear brakes
  Historical mailing list - ---------------------
  Mon, 5 Mar 2007 10:58:41 -0500
  ...Tons of engineering goes into balancing a vehicle braking front to rear. Weight is very important also. In the Golf/Jetta line there is...
• Vanagon parts ...
  Historical mailing list - John Dillon
  Sun, 20 Mar 2016 15:50:36 -0400
  I’m hoping to find the driver’s side rear quarter panel for my 82 diesel. I’m hoping to find a piece that...
• Re: Rear Bench Seat Question
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 6 Oct 2012 18:22:39 -0500
  That folding rear seat is one of the handiest things about a Vanagon. Makes it possible to carry 4X8 plywood inside, 12 ft stepladders...
• Re: Need rear brake backing plates
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:46:26 -0700
  ...Need rear brake backing plates > Hi, > > I've discovered my rear backing plates are rusted out. Does anyone have a > source for these, new...
• Removing Rear Heater
  Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 10:46:41 -0700
  I am in the process of removing the rear bench heater from my van (never use it, want the space). I had planned on...
• Re: Pics of RONAL wheels on EuroVan
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 23 Feb 2001 13:44:56 EST
  ...Gary (the RONAL dude)keeps refering to our beloved vans requiring two different size wheels (front and rear). Where did that come from? >> Probably...
• Rear axle articulation - syncro
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Sat, 12 Oct 2002 00:20:40 +0100
  ...recently I've twice had occasion to find myself sorta stranded with one the rear wheel off the ground, due a) having removed my...
• Re: Rear Table
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 29 Oct 2004 12:16:33 -0600
  On 10/29/04 1:04 AM, "Chuck Reisinger" <chuckphoto@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote: > Does your aft/rear table rub the against the back of...
• Re: Rear Brake Drum Removal Suggestions?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:53:42 -0400
  Richard Golen <rgolen@HOTMAIL.COM> writes: > During the engine/transmission swap on my 87 Westy, I figured I'd > re-do the rear brakes...
• Re: Canoes on Type2s
  Historical mailing list - Bill Layton
  Sun, 07 Aug 1994 15:01:11 -0500 (EST)
  ...cover the rear one with indoor outdoor carpet. load and unload by putting the front of the canoe on the rack, rest the rear...
• re:campers(was BRM wheels)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Feb 1996 11:09:18 -0400
  >it has this tent on the roof ; Wedge-shaped, with tall end at the rear = >of the bus, runs from rear of bus to...
• Seat Belt Help and Parts Wanted
  Historical mailing list - ed
  Sun, 20 Feb 2000 10:52:41 -0500
  OK, I've read the service bulletins and the archives and am ready to install rear shoulder belts in our 86 Syncro GL. JordanVW...
• Rear brake adjusters
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Fri, 21 Aug 2015 23:43:31 -0700
  Has anyone added adjustable pivots to the rear drums on a Vanagon? Rumor has it that the shoes do not make full contact and...
• vanagon rear window vents
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 01 Nov 1995 12:42:00 -0400 (EDT)
  Hi, I have an 87 vanagon with a/c, but the rear of the cabin still gets bakin' hot. I've seen rear side...
• Re: Soft brake
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Reams
  Thu, 7 Mar 2002 15:00:54 -0800
  ...No leeks around > the master cylinder. > The rears just aint grabing. If you're able to bleed the rear wheel cylinders but they don...
• rear defroster
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Wed, 20 Nov 2002 11:40:51 -0500
  Folks, When I flip the rear defroster switch, nothing happens: the little yellow light on the switch doesn't light, and the rear window...
• Re: Vanagon Westy Rear Closet Modification - update
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Mon, 28 Nov 2005 15:02:15 -0700
  ...This IS the way the rear closet on the Vanagon Westfalia SHOULD > have been built ! > > _Westy Rear Closet Modification_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43...
• Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:46:45 -0800
  ...Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy? > Hi all. > > Last week I opened the rear hatch and found it would close part way on...
• Re: Thoughts on the coming rear disc brakes from GW?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 1 Feb 2016 20:30:55 -0500
  At 08:18 PM 2/1/2016, Eric Caron wrote: >for the vanagon,Would rear disc breaks improve >breaking noticeably? I’ve always heard...
• Re: [vanagon] "Full" wiring diagram sought
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Wed, 25 Sep 2002 21:30:07 +0200
  > So I take it that there's a relay for the rear fogs and one for the front as well? No. There are two...
• Re: New owner with a question or three.
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 9 Jul 2003 13:10:14 -0400
  ...Under the seats, under the mattress in the rear. Under the rear bench.Also between the metal drain pan and the top of the...
• rear brake cylinder replacement / bleeding
  Historical mailing list - Ken Sid
  Sun, 23 Oct 2005 11:49:26 -0700
  Hi all The rear left (drivers side) brake cylinder has failed and started puking out brake fluid. I have purchased new pad and cylinders...
• Re: Big Brake options...Front Brakes do 80%
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:10:52 +0000
  Very good observation, Gene.  On motorcycles and mountain bikes, you've got ability to apply braking force to front and rear wheels independently as...
• Re: 1989 Fog light wiring in harness?
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Mon, 14 Jan 2008 13:52:38 -0800
  ...Seems the ECode rear lights have the fog lenses and as we all know the DOT rear light has a reflector in that location...
• Re: Rear Heater core leaking (help)!
  Historical mailing list - Eric Small
  Mon, 29 Sep 1997 12:45:16 -0600
  Jamie, My local dealer service dept (Metro VW, Dallas,TX) replaced my rear heater core FREE of charge. All I had to pay for...
• Replacing the exterior rear-view mirror glass
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 15:31:14 -0700
  Listees, Has anyone replaced just the glass piece on the 86-91 style rearview mirrors? Has anyone been able to purchase the replacement rear...
• Re: Front & Rear Heater Fan Switches: Was - Phred's Shiverin'...
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 19 Oct 2001 14:36:37 -0400
  >Does any know if the fan-speed contol switches for the rear blower and the >front blower are interchangeable? In a effort to isolate...
• Re: changing rear shocks
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Thu, 9 May 2002 15:38:28 -0500
  >need to replace my rear shocks after blowing one out >in baja. was wondering how much of a pita this might >be, looks fairly...
• OEM Grease Colour: Rear Axle Shaft, Bearings
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 8 May 2016 11:35:43 -0700
  ...After removing the rear axle flanges, I see brown grease at splines of one rear axle shaft and blackish colour grease at the other...
• Re: Benefits of a rear sway bar?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Tue, 9 Apr 2002 14:13:29 -0500
  ...The > advantage is that a rear a/r bar will shift the "roll-couple" or roll > resistance to the rear wheels, causing the rear...