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• Re: Body Work Suggestions (metal cutting)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Smith
  Sun, 8 Oct 2000 16:19:41 EDT
  ...The filler job is extremely uneven, the paint is coming back off , the trunklid they supplied was cracked around the hinges, the springs won...
• Re: Engine is being flooded with fuel. Help??
  Historical mailing list - Rob Wright
  Thu, 22 Jul 2004 22:20:29 -0500
  ...the one closest to the hinges of the box is the fuel > pump relay ... it powers the pump itself. the other one powers the...
• Westy top in Colorado
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 01:19:27 +0000
  ...tree,) but it does have a full poptop in great condition, hinges look perfect, everything is there, no mold, needs a poptop seal, and...
• Re: Friday Trivia Question, Westy Owners Only
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 1 Feb 2013 20:14:23 -0800
  ...Loren - I never thought of taking wardrobe door off hinges to use the mirror - good idea, might even do as a makeshift signalling mirror...
• Fw: Re: Skylight Installation Question: Solved
  Historical mailing list - Dane Tessler
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 20:27:56 -0700
  ...They go between the pop-top and the two >>hinges (1 per hinge). !!!The existing screws are now too short, so >>purchase two new...
• Re: Rear Hatch Gasketage
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 11:47:59 -0700
  ...That did get me an adequate seal (procedure in Bentley, funnily enough), but I need to work on the hinges to get hatch perfect...
• Re: More Big Buses (funny cargo)
  Historical mailing list
  09 Dec 96 07:20:56 PST
  ...Edges of the mattress snaps on the upper bunk, fittings for the cabinetry, hinges, etc. At most of those locations I removed the screw...
• Re: pop out on westy
  Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
  Sat, 11 Sep 2004 10:00:41 +0200
  Sounds like the easiest solution would be a drivers side middle door on hinges instead of sliding, with the kitchen bolted into it so...
• 58 van forsale
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Sat, 10 Aug 1996 19:19:36 -0400
  ...The bed itself is in really good condition; the side gates have had weld work on the hinges but they work very well. Bottom...
• Re: pop out on westy
  Historical mailing list - Cory Sammons
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 17:04:53 -0400
  ...aussie site that had eurovans with a stove that rotated on hinges out the sliding door for outdoor cooking Cory Sammons 84 Westy 99...
• At long last finally and looking at lots of little problems to come
  Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
  Wed, 14 Dec 2016 13:27:57 -0800
  ...I have the stainless steel carriage bolts from go westy for the pop top hinges but have misplaced the nuts and washers It should...
• Re: Custom work on westie today
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:59:08 -0700
  ...COM> wrote: > Hello:I had the rear closet door converted from hinges to a slider, which opens up to the > large closet also. It...
• Re: holding liscense plate down while checking oil? Techniques?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 17:51:04 -0800
  Drive a Double Cab - the entire rear section hinges up! :) David Marshall Fast Forward Autobahn Sport Tuning 4356 Quesnel Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada...
• Re: Front Door Hinge Modification?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 19 Sep 2009 12:42:50 -0700
  ...Front Door Hinge Modification? Have any of you ever modified the front door hinges to stop before opening all the way? I find that...
• Re: 3rd party z-bed
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Tue, 16 Dec 2003 23:45:59 -0500
  ...The kit gives you the hinges and hardware that turn this into > what the Europeans call a "rock and roll bed" - that is, one...
• Re: Another one of those grounding issues
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 30 Oct 2016 12:02:05 -0500
  ...Unhook the hinges of the box and there's lots of room to work. John On Oct 30, 2016 11:29, "Alistair Bell" <albell...
• Re: In search of Vanagon Poptop stainless hardware
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Tue, 8 Sep 2020 11:09:49 -0500
  ...Felder <jim.felder@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > >>> > >>> I'm looking for a replacement truss head screws used with the westy > >>> fiberglass poptop hinges and struts...
• Re: 27 in tires in clamshell
  Historical mailing list - David M
  Sun, 25 Dec 2011 11:06:17 -0800
  ...A longer front bolt and dropping the rear hinges will work. Be sure the tire does not rub on the steering shaft. Do note...
• Re: 3rd party z-bed
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 16 Dec 2003 21:42:31 -0500
  ...The kit gives you the hinges and hardware that turn this into what the Europeans call a "rock and roll bed" - that is, one...
• Re: Lubricant ?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:48:07 -0800
  ...Lubricant ? > > > > > > Think that I saw this subject previously..Wanted to know good > all-purpose > > > lubricant for seat sliders, hatch and door hinges, etc. > > > Thanks...
• Re: Installing a pop-top on a non-pop top EASY ??? IN ONE WEEDEND ??
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Thu, 21 Oct 2004 13:04:25 -0700
  ...The rear pop top support hinges on the westy bolt to a "flat" area molded into the roof skin. The non-westy van has...
• Re: Supporting the pop top to remove the frame
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Sat, 15 Aug 2015 08:31:37 -0700
  ...Good luck! > Edward > > On Fri, Aug 14, 2015 at 6:42 PM, PB <pbrattan@gmail.com> wrote: > >> Edward, I forgot about those hinges at...
• Re: Couple of more "Westy" questions
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 28 Oct 2002 20:43:39 -0800
  ...It was a few months ago when I pulled it apart to > tighten up the hinges and latch.) As I looked at it, it...
• Re: Power window on drivers side not working need advice
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 7 Dec 2009 14:13:55 -0800
  Probably a short likely inside the rubber boot by the hinges. BenT Sent from my mobile device On Dec 7, 2009, at 1:43...
• Re: Pop top -- catch this before it's too late.
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Sat, 14 Aug 2010 09:38:18 -0700
  David Beierl wrote: > I'm talking about the hinges in the middle of the lifting > struts. They have an extremely serious design flaw and...
• Re: Other Volkswagens
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 8 Aug 2005 16:20:02 -0500
  ...the bumper and swung all the way up to the roof hinges. Guessing that lsted til the mid 590's or so. earliest one...
• Re: Removing A/C in '85 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 25 Aug 2005 17:30:42 -0500
  ...I am also going to be needing a cabinet door and hinges for the top cabinet > if anyone has one available. I can pay...
• Re: Oversize Spare tire fitment in clamshell holder question
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Fri, 23 Sep 2016 23:04:25 -0800
  ​It can be done and requires cutting the rear of the clamshell and modifying the hinges to lower the rear so the tire fits...
• Re: !PLEASE HELP! Adding a cabinet door to the rear westy closet
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Fri, 5 Jun 2009 22:41:48 -0400
  ...If any one has an extra door and hinges let me know (my van is a 1984 with beige/brown cabinets) Thanks for the...
• Re: Westy Water Tank Fill
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 12 Jul 1999 10:54:57 -0400
  ...The new-type fillers (lid hinges out to form a sort of funnel, plain plastic key) have a little rubber flap as a check...
• Re: Pop Top hinge loose?
  Historical mailing list - Michael McSwain
  Mon, 7 Sep 2015 12:05:05 +0000
  ...jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: > > > I have a great set of hinges if you need them, but you probably just need > > bolts. Maybe something...
• For Sale: 1989 Syncro Westy Full Camper With TIICO Engine in Boulder CO $19500
  Historical mailing list - matt bezark
  Wed, 4 Dec 2002 17:38:58 -0700
  ...Poptop Tent has small wear holes from one of the hinges (they were taped over and didn't leak). Other Stuff: Cruise Control included...
• Re: noise from door seals at speed
  Historical mailing list - Calle
  Mon, 13 Dec 2004 19:29:47 +0100
  ...is adjustable and if I remember things right, so are the hinges ! This is the kind of problem you get from soundproofing the car...
• Restoring Westy cabinet edge pieces
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 14 Jul 2012 17:00:43 -0700
  ...to remove the cabinet opening trim you have to unscrew the hinges and latches, which makes the job a PITA. A couple of these...
• Re: grey water tank ideas - now porta-potti
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 23 May 2006 23:27:33 -0700
  ...But then I just > acquired the high rise hinges for the bed, not in yet, but when they are > may > explore the higher capacity...
• Re: Pop top canvas hinge dirt
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 6 Jul 2021 09:00:11 -0700
  ...I don’t know what the p/o used on the > hinges. Can I hit the hinge with a little white lithium grease after...
• Yakima racks on the back
  Historical mailing list - john silverman
  Fri, 11 Sep 1998 17:07:16 -0600
  ...long, as I don't want that much stress on the hinges or struts. With 4 bikes, it's almost impossible to open. It...
• Re: pic of flip down stove cover
  Historical mailing list - Jean-Guy Savoie
  Sun, 22 Apr 2001 16:03:41 -0300
  ...the L resting on the stove inboard of the grate. > > The hinges are about an inch long, tubular and beneath the draining > surface. Hinge...
• Re: THE Tabel is locked, won't come up ...
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Jun 2006 02:41:17 EDT
  ...Just check for fit > before you put the top hinges back together or you may have the same > problem again. > > what he said. tho...
• Hanging flaps in heater box
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 4 Oct 2000 15:44:30 -0400
  ...Fixes -- 1) new middle section (that's where the hinges are) and new flaps; 2) build up the pin thickness with epoxy -- it's...
• Re: Easiest Platform to Convert to I-4 FROM?
  Historical mailing list - Weibel, Pius
  Wed, 28 Apr 2004 09:22:39 -0500
  ...If you have a Westfalia style bed setup (not weekender style) you can use the Reimo bed hinges that we sell for $235 USD...
• Re: Coolant hose VS tire size?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Nov 2003 19:43:36 -0500
  ...Even with dropping the hinges, removing the hold ldown rods, the tire still rubs against the steering shaft. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Phil Zimmerman...
• Re: Modified Covers
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 14 Apr 2004 02:35:02 -0400
  i believe fastfoward and some other places sell special hinges from europe that raise the factory westy bed enough to clear the raised cover...
• Re: can you put 17 inch wheels on a 84 vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:40:46 -0700
  ...EricD has very nice extended slider hinges available on the Samba. Best of luck, it is totally worth the time, effort and expense to...
• '56 kombi progress
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Sat, 1 Apr 1995 22:15:37 -0800 (PST)
  ...Ever! You hear me? NEVER! I then welded the hinges to my engine lid, since the last set of bolts were frozen in. Oh...
• Re: Was E15 fuel, now Snake Oil
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 27 Dec 2012 11:18:42 -0600
  ...3-IN-ONE is ideal to use on tools, rollers, hinges, in-line skates, wheels... nearly everything that moves. >> >> Cheers, >> David >
• Re: Thule cargo box -- on pop-top or hitch?
  Historical mailing list - brady
  Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:55:52 -0700
  ...containing belongings, as well as possible wear on the pop-top hinges. Any feedback you have would be appreciated. Thanks! Sean & "Winnie" Seattle, WA
• RE: Camper/ pop top conversion
  Historical mailing list - King, Robert
  28 Oct 1994 08:45:31 +1000
  ...The top pops straight up on spring loaded X shaped hinges on each side (gees it's hard to describe these things). Inside it...
• Re: Patch a small tear in the tent
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:07:54 -0700
  ...It looks as if the elastic > is > designed to pull the tent inward from the hinges > during lowering of the top, but that's...
• Re: Weekender vs. Rear Seat
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Tue, 14 Aug 2001 08:58:58 -0700
  ...If you pull the knob out and lift the seat up, it just hinges up and allows access to under the seat. Now if...
• Re: dome light door pin switch-discovery
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 11 Oct 2005 12:32:32 -0700
  ...on the jetta it doesn't rely on the hinges for a GND connection. > > so now i can just press the switch in tot...
• Re: Hatch identification
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:38:31 -0700
  ...No hinges. But window > and internal cover all in very good shape. > > Color is faded to a lovely salmon color. > > I gave away many...
• Re: Very Basic - Adding Oil?
  Historical mailing list - HC Carter
  Wed, 12 Mar 2003 12:49:35 -0800
  ...Behind the rear license plate, which > hinges at the bottom. Oil and coolant checks and fills back there. > If you grab the end of...
• Re: Pop top weight
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Thu, 30 Mar 2006 14:49:18 -0700
  ...This is the 2 fiberglass sections, legs, mounts, hinges, canvas. >>> The total was close to 135 lbs. This did not include any upper bed...
• Re: the drawn out pop top conversion update
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 20 Jul 2011 06:58:18 -0500
  ...To bolt the rear hinges down I used flat steel stock and drilled and tapped holes to match the hinge holes. It helps support...
• Re: Grey Westy Refrigerator Door
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:38:00 -0700
  ...and low for a grey >> refrigerator door + the wooden frame it hinges to. Can anyone point me in >> the right direction or have one...
• Re: Do I need to remove AC condensor to replace my radiator?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:47:56 -0500
  ...remove them and the radiator hinges away from the condenser. Now you can install your new radiator and put things back together. Hope this...
• Re: Poptop Raise Assists
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 3 Feb 2007 15:18:55 -0500
  ...Rubber feet keep it from slipping. > > Of course you should carefully lubricate the hinges both at the rear > (they're plastic bushings) and at...
• Re: Lubrication tips one at a time.
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:33:19 -1000
  ...both hinges, and top and bottom pivot points on the gas struts, and latch mechanism. I never see those lubed, always needing it. hinges...
• Re: Okay, now THIS is embarrassing!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 16 May 2012 16:51:32 -0700
  ...Oh yeah, also two (2) little clippy >>> things >>> to keep the curvy metal arms from falling out of the hinges. >>> >>> Trouble is I can...