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• Re: rust under windscreen
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 9 Apr 2016 07:01:48 -0700
  ...You cannot repair the rust without removing the windshield. The rust is in the two corners for sure and maybe more. If you cannot...
• Re: Removal of flywheel bolts
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 19 May 2002 08:10:52 -0700
  ...Removal of flywheel bolts > Listees, > > I have two engines in repair/play in order to install a recently-rebuilt > transmission from a donor GL...
• Blackbeard Comes Home! (With questions)
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:55:42 -0800
  After nearly two months, the new-and-improved (well, repaired and repainted, at least) Blackbeard finally came home today! Goes without saying - definitely a...
• Re: Problems at the Bus Depot-Warning about poor service
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sat, 7 Jan 2006 22:23:23 EST
  ...I don't agree that getting a wrong order is acceptable--especially when it's a pattern. Because I really only have time to...
• Re: Problems at the Bus Depot-Warning about poor service
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sat, 7 Jan 2006 22:23:23 EST
  ...I don't agree that getting a wrong order is acceptable--especially when it's a pattern. Because I really only have time to...
• Re: 2.1 strange running before and after head gasket repair
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 Nov 2012 21:23:02 -0500
  ...so I anticipate some troubleshooting will be in order when I get the gasket leak repaired. Before I found the head gasket leak, I...
• Re: Instrument cluster tab repair
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 4 Mar 2023 17:29:00 -0600
  ...Hopefully after all these years of all those vanagons, this will be the last time I have to repair that thing. But I"ve...
• Price matrix
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 12:07:58 -0700
  ...x x HIGHEST HIGH Auto repair shops x x (x) high,med high Auto parts stores/mail order x x high, med or lo...
• Re: newbie questions
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 28 Dec 2002 15:47:33 -0600
  ...should check out/replace in order to ensure I have a > sound > vehicle and don't get expensive repairs in the future! > > So far...
• Re: Recall for A/C Duct on 91GL
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:54:38 -0600
  ...20/1994 and if the repair failed, it is my >>>>> responsibility >>>>> >>>> to >>> >>>> re-fix. Part can be ordered for 12.00. I was givein...
• Re: Dealer Repair disaster-L..A. Mechanics
  Historical mailing list - Mark G
  Fri, 2 May 2003 12:50:02 -0400
  ...Dealer Repair disaster <HTML> <HEAD> <TITLE>Re: Dealer Repair disaster</TITLE> </HEAD> <BODY> <BLOCKQUOTE><FONT FACE="Verdana">Mark who services your Vanagon in LA...
• Re: Stranded '90 Vanagon in Bay City, MI
  Historical mailing list - Vince Speelman
  Fri, 14 Oct 2016 02:35:26 +0000
  ...head gasket repair and possibly a head. The Shop can't order them parts because they are only allowed to order factory replacement parts...
• Re: Front panel availablity
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 4 Dec 2010 07:18:56 -0800
  ...Places like Bus Depot used to carry some of the front sections as repair panels. In the Vanagon production years, you could order them...
• AC Compressor- Tin needed
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Sun, 21 Nov 1999 09:37:31 -0500
  ...All the > repair manuals are nice but you people are the greatest. > > Ron Hill > Macon, GA > 81 Westy Roxy > Ron I have a large...
• Re: full paint job prices and OEM color question for beige Westy
  Historical mailing list - Todd Guttman
  Mon, 20 Mar 2000 22:09:17 -0500
  ...I made the nearly asystole-causing mistake of getting an estimate from a large central-Ohio 'collision repair' center. Our 85 Westy is in...
• Re: Dented passenger door, broken heart
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Tue, 18 May 2004 23:51:31 -0400
  Right now, my '84 is in the shop for a complete exterior face lift including repair of dent in sliding door. Estimated cost is...
• Re: Recalls
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Tue, 10 Jul 2007 17:00:59 -0700
  ...In order to be > >eligible for free remedy, the vehicle cannot be more than 10 years old on > >the date the defect or non...
• Re: Tir choce for vanagon with 14 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 07:17:22 -0700
  ...These tires are available and can be ordered with your phone call. Please call Greg @748-1700 ext 125 with your order or any...
• Michelin Agilis 61 (185 R14 C) tyres available at Costco!
  Historical mailing list - Richard & Anita O'Halloran
  Fri, 20 Dec 2002 23:43:24 -0800
  ...and it includes lifetime rotation, free flat repairs etc. etc. There were no charges to order or deliver etc. etc. The only other charge...
• Sightings....
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Thu, 20 Jul 1995 20:06:08 +0000
  ...I guess parts were on order. With my Syncro Westy parked next to it, one sure notices the difference in ground clearance. The Winnebago...
• Re: Transmission Questions
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Wed, 6 Sep 95 20:56:05 EDT
  ...For FWD applications VW has balked at repairing transmissions running anything but a straight GL4 formulation. MTL is correct for Bus and Vanagon boxes...
• 2.1L engine tools
  Historical mailing list - John
  Fri, 22 Sep 2000 14:11:26 -0400
  David Beierl wrote: > > At 11:49 9/22/2000, John wrote: > >Hey Guys, why not use the correct special tools(see the repair manual...
• Re: Wasserboxer Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 11 Apr 2002 19:09:10 -0400
  ...This leaves local repair or rebuild from some where. If buying a rebuild, ask if the case is getting a line-bore. Is the...
• Re: oil drain threads stripped
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:32:15 -0500
  ...So, I ordered the time-sert rental, for $25 I think it's a good deal, cheaper than a heli-coil kit and MUCH...
• Re: Adjustable arm rest repair
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 15 Apr 2016 22:16:34 -0700
  ...Now to repair your problem, yes remove the upholstery and cut the foam then you will see inside why you cant simplify screw the...
• Re: 2.1 head repair / JB Weld Musings
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 23:41:25 EST
  ...It "fills, bonds, protects and repairs to 2000˚F . . . cures at room temperature to form a machinable composite with high bond strength " You read...
• Eberspacher Heaters.
  Historical mailing list - John Hurley
  Fri, 27 Aug 1999 12:42:57 -0400
  ...This guy repairs the heaters on the side, and has a passion for them. These are the simplest of the heaters he repairs, and...
• Re: Westy screens
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:57:16 -0500
  ...Steve http://EuroCampers.com 636-337-7700 888-797-5994 - order desk On Jul 15, 2008, at 1:58 PM, Kim Brennan wrote: > Been...
• coolant system tester adapter...
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:35:56 -0500
  ...I recently repaired a leaking rear heater core and bleed the system. This fixed the issue for about a week and a half. This...
• Parts Place - Dear Vanagon List Subscribers
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Hale
  Thu, 27 Jul 2000 18:41:04 -0400
  ...We are not a repair shop and we never do repairs on customers vehicles. Two days later we take the van in to dismantle...
• Re: Decisions, Decisions, Now WHICH Front Blower Motor To Buy?
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:27:29 -0600
  I think the better question is "why do people invent reasons that alternative Vanagon repairs won't work just fine?" In my case, I...
• '85 Vanagon tips
  Historical mailing list - David Chasteen
  Mon, 5 Oct 1998 12:49:52 -0500
  ...Everything seems to be in good order with the exception of the sink faucet. (CO replaced a broken one with a sink spray nozzle...
• Re: New T5 (Next generation Eurovan)
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 14 Mar 2002 10:30:55 -0700
  ...ringing now $$$ Not to mention repair (parts). Even if covered by warranty a dealer would have to special order the parts from overseas. Emissions...
• Vanagon tools and manuals (videos) FS.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 4 Mar 97 14:42:55 EST
  ...Repair manual Eurovan CV Camper and Multivan General Body Repairs $10.00 TECK TALK Video Service Training Tapes (VHS) #205 Vanagon-Basic Engine Adjustments...
• Re:
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 1 Mar 1996 21:34:46 +0000
  ...Their "repair" is simply wrong, and you shouldn't have to put up with it after spending on the order of 30K for the...
• update on oil spray problem
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Sep 1994 09:55:43 -0600
  ...I am trying to order the head gasket but the following choices are possible: (1) a 2 grove or a 3 grove gasket. Does...
• Re: Steel coolant pipe repair ideas
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 31 Oct 2005 11:39:35 -0500
  ...www.busdepot.com (215) 234-VWVW _____________________________________________ Toll-Free for Orders by PART # : 1-866-BUS-DEPOT
• clutch hydraulics or more serious?
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hattrup
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 06:41:07 -0800
  ...Previous owner gave me all previous repair orders for the car, so I have a little history. I see that 1000 miles before I...
• For Sale: 1982 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Nowaczek
  Mon, 13 Sep 1999 12:50:43 -0500
  ...modes) and stove in good working order - installed 10A automatic battery charger/power supply o lots of repair/restoration to mechanical systems, including: - new...
• Re: New Owner ... Pop Top Question
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 30 Aug 2005 20:39:44 -0400
  > I tried it and the zipper pull fell off and there was a > hole already in the screen that looked like it was > repaired...
• FS: 1986 Syncro Westfalia 2.1L WBX engine
  Historical mailing list - Larry Johnson
  Tue, 8 Nov 2005 19:15:36 -0500
  ...It has never been repaired except to have the water pump replaced. I have always used Autobahn (green/blue) coolant and 15W50 Mobil 1...
• Re: Digfiant being defiant
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 18:09:55 -0500
  ------------------------- Hi Malcolm, Excellent advise, it is a must that the rest of the system be in proper repair and tune before attempting afm( air...
• Re: needed part for sink drain in westy
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 6 Nov 2017 19:15:14 -0500
  ...from Van Cafe some time ago when I was making another order. It was not expensive in my memory. I still have it as...
• Delayed return of parts
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 11 Oct 2000 20:32:47 +1200
  ...Also the stereo and probably the Porsche G50 transmission once I actually order it (mind, this last will come from overseas so any warranty...
• Strange happenin's this mornin' :(
  Historical mailing list - PHIL MURPHY
  Wed, 29 Nov 2006 10:01:43 -0800
  ...In order to make any progress, I had to keep it in lower gears, and rev much higher than normal. After a few minutes...
• Re: shared madness?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 2 Sep 2005 17:50:25 -0400
  ...After draining my funds and altering my future, I learned how to repair vehicles like never before. Vanagons taught me how to become double...
• Re: Recalls
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Baker
  Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:16:57 -0500
  ...They should go ahead and order the recall parts before you take your Vanagon in. After installation you'll just need to make sure...
• Re: Advice for traveling to Belize
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 Dec 2010 13:18:53 -0600
  ...http://EuroCampers.com 888-797-5994 - orders 636-337-7700 - customer service On Dec 6, 2010, at 12:34 PM, Ken Wilford wrote: > Although...
• Re: vanagon rekey
  Historical mailing list - Bob O Shaughnessy
  Mon, 13 May 2002 11:14:46 -0400
  ...Why not get a locksmith to make you a key to the > code, and repair any locks that might be troublesome. Most of the...
• Re: Front heater motor
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 10 Mar 2017 11:27:11 -0800
  ...Parts orders will be processed although not as quickly as usual. I will always be available for contact by E-mail. If you phone...
• Re: Door and window seals
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 28 Feb 95 11:21:55 EST
  ...Whitney (phone-order parts place) is probably the cheapest (for new ones). Floor-hole patching is a very easy procedure. You will need the...
• Re: Recalls
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Tue, 10 Jul 2007 17:25:38 -0700
  ...In order to be >>> eligible for free remedy, the vehicle cannot be more than 10 years old on >>> the date the defect or non...
• Re: Supporting the pop top to remove the frame
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 19 Aug 2015 08:35:38 -0400
  At 04:57 PM 8/14/2015, PB wrote: >Ok - so in order to repair or replace my pop top frame mechanism without >removing...
• Re: 85 Westy fridge removal
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 30 May 1997 12:08:10 -0400
  ...Also, the Bentley manual which you ordered from me yesterday covers the fridge. (It is already on its way to you via air-mail...
• Re: Preparations for Rough Road Driving
  Historical mailing list - T.P. Stephens
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 06:12:48 -0800
  ...Regards, Doktor Tim Maintenance Repair and Restoration of European Vehicles San Juan Island, WA
• Amish and pollution and gas mileage.
  Historical mailing list - John Brush
  Fri, 25 Feb 2000 17:44:33 -0700
  ...I don't want anyone to think I am in charge or that I am giving orders, but c'mon, its time to go...
• head repair and water pump
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Wed, 18 Jun 2003 22:12:28 -0400
  ...leak) pitting (60k on those heads) and for the parts I ordered from Ken at Vanagon.com (God bless him and his prompt, courteous...
• Re: Clutch pedal repair question
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Wed, 25 Aug 2004 05:02:39 -0700
  In order to access the clutch pedal pivot pin, you need to remove the entire dash/fascia. You don't need to disconnect the...
• Re: Finding a Good Repair Shop
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sun, 3 Sep 2000 10:48:20 -0700
  ...Just because your friend thought a certain shop was great doesn't > guarantee that you will think the same. > > When the repair order is...
• Re: Brake Repair '81 Vanagon => DIY Everytime
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 08:21:13 -0100
  ...I often ship parts to various repair shops at a customer's request (or ship it to the customer and they bring them in...