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  • Re: just drove a new routan.....going to get rid of my vanagons and buy one!
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 5 Nov 2008 17:03:24 -0800
    I was looking at one the other day.� I thought the construction was rather dodgy. � David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider...
  • Re: NVC: OBDII tool recommendations?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 29 Nov 2008 12:53:31 -0800
    ...have a TDI installed in it!� :-) David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Sat, November 29, 2008...
  • power steering
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Mon, 1 Jul 2024 16:53:59 -0700
    ...kinda what I need: <https://epowersteering.com/purchase/product/vanagon/> ’84 Adventurewagen 215/75-15 D tires and a late steering wheel make low...
  • Event
    Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
    Wed, 27 Aug 2014 09:25:18 -0600
    ...It would be great to have a few other Vanagons around! It is an OPEN HOUSE sponsored by Overland Journal and Adventure Trailers. http...
  • List Members in Raleigh, NC
    Historical mailing list - ncbus
    Tue, 10 Jul 2001 17:44:33 -0400
    ...drop by Transporter Werks and take some pictures of the 71 Adventurewagen that is for sale. If you would like to volunteer please reply...
  • Re: Adventurewagen information wanted
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Tue, 28 Aug 2001 02:05:00 EDT
    Lee, I'm pretty sure that I have some of the original sales info and an article published in Camping Life, somewhere in the...
  • Re: Trip Report: Cross Country, USA (Longish)
    Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
    Thu, 6 Dec 2001 23:19:21 -0600
    You done good, girl! Thanks for sharing your adventure. Dave in KC 85 Westy http://members.fortunecity.com/davebaker1 ----- Original Message ----- From: Melissa Mourkas...
  • Share your ride/websites
    Historical mailing list - Matt Bennett
    Thu, 1 Jul 2004 12:33:26 -0400
    ...Matt Matsuwesty Adventures website: http://home.earthlink.net/~matsuwesty FAVOR website: http://home.earthlink.net/~clubvanagon "Life is a journey, explore each day and...
  • Replacing a Water Pump
    Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
    Fri, 26 Aug 2005 18:43:38 -0700
    ...Having never done one on a Vanagon are there any tricks or tips on this adventure that anyone can offer? And how much interference...
  • Re: Non--running vehicle shipping
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Fri, 4 Nov 2005 12:46:17 -0500
    ...like a story here --- what vehicle are you after now Chris?? > > Cheers, > > Doug > > I have a sneaking suspicion it is a dead Adventurewagen. > > -- > > BenT >
  • Bonnaroo '07
    Historical mailing list - Mary Creasy
    Wed, 28 Feb 2007 20:03:47 -0500
    ...If anyone can help or just have some wisdom as to making it a more enjoyable adventure please p-mail or reply. Thanks all...
  • Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sat, 11 Jan 2025 07:10:10 -0800
    ...unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure > > I've had my van, a 1987 Synco Westfaila since 1995 and have had many wonderful adventures. However, I...
  • Re: [Adventurewagen] Need to sell my van : ( Another victim of bad diagnostic skills! This really bothers me
    Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
    Mon, 2 Jun 2014 10:30:55 -0400
    ...May 31, 2014 at 10:23:29 AM PDT > > > > To: "adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com" > > > > <adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com> > > > > Reply-To: Adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com > > > > > > > > Hey everybody. Very...
  • Re: Awning mounts or brackets
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Tue, 12 Feb 2013 17:20:09 -0800
    ...http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Adventurewagen/photos/album/1857379448/pic/list
  • Re: Accessing the B pillar from under the van
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:51:46 -0400
    ...Chris On 9/26/07, Joe Federici <joefederici@earthlink.net> wrote: > > I'm in the process of adding AC to my 1987 adventurewage or...
  • Re: E-Code Headlights
    Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
    Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:39:05 -0400
    ...US DOT crap - not e-code. > > David > Marshall > VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider > > http://www.hasenwerk.ca > > On Wed, December 10, 2008...
  • Re: Interlocked
    Historical mailing list - Dake Collins
    Thu, 5 Sep 2013 15:14:09 -0400
    ...I'm in a White adventurewagen and ready for some music > > Sent from my iPhone
  • Stupid question but - I'm stupid
    Historical mailing list - Antony Marsh
    Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:08:50 -0400
    Dear list, If I wanted to add a hard hi top roof like a or similar too, the ADVENTURE WAGON top, how would I...
  • Speaking of aux batteries
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Mon, 1 Aug 2011 20:27:01 -0700
    ...Does anyone have a 1202R that they'd be willing to part with? Folly the Adventurewagen is kinda dead in the water without the...
  • Re: long-distance transport
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 24 Sep 1996 08:49:17
    ...i need the information asap. > >thanks, matthew (81 adventurewagen) > I'm back, and may be able to help. From where to where? -Ron Salmon
  • Wanted: '87 to '91 Westy 2WD
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Sat, 12 Jun 1999 00:19:39 -0400
    I have a friend looking for a nice Westy (or Adventurewagen?), must be white, 4 speed, under 100K miles (preferably a lot under!), and...
  • Re: full paint job prices and OEM color question for beige Westy
    Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
    Mon, 20 Mar 2000 22:41:59 -0800
    ...BTW, you mention 85, wasn't the Snycro introduced in 1986? Garrett Adams 83.5 Adventurewagen GL Stockton, California
  • Part needed: fuel tank sending unit
    Historical mailing list - Imua Camper Co.
    Tue, 21 Nov 2000 11:03:41 -1000
    ...Aloha- Shawn '81 std; '82 AdventureWagen; '82, '84, '85, '86, '91 Westfalias, 87 std. '95(?) Barracuda mt. bike (pre Ross sell-out) VW Camper...
  • help selling Beetle
    Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
    Tue, 26 Dec 2000 11:15:00 EST
    ...Also, are there any sources of information on Adventurewagen conversions for sale. (Or is that a traitorous question here??) Thanks, Woody
  • Re: NJ Vanagon. . .Jersey city in the house!
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Fri, 11 Jul 2003 09:52:05 -0400
    I just bought an 87 AdventureWagen and live in NJ. For the time being it's staying in Moorestown but I live in Jersey...
  • Re: Jimmy Buffet's Westy???
    Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
    Tue, 22 Feb 2005 08:41:07 -0700
    ...Jimmy Buffet's Westy??? Oh, yah, I wasn't a Westy, it was an Adventurewagon.
  • Vanagon Tire Guidelines Report
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Sun, 2 Oct 2005 21:29:07 -0700
    ...good road, good adventure, good life, larry chase www.roadhaus.com www.roadhaus.com/shops.html www.roadhaus.com/tires.html www.roadhaus.com...
  • Re: Adventurwagon and Syncro info needed!
    Historical mailing list - Roger&Zoe Ann Banker
    Tue, 25 May 1999 17:07:36 EDT
    ...For info on the Adventurewagen I suggest you call the manufacturer, Ed Anderson, at (707) 964-4298. Send me an email if you wish...
  • Re: Tach needed, anyone able to help, and trip report
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Sun, 18 Aug 2024 14:19:04 -0400
    ...I hope it reaches the list. >> >> Hi folks, >> >> We just returned from a 10 day travel and camping adventure in our 84 Westfalia. >> >> One...
  • Re: Total restoration cost!
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Fri, 2 Feb 2007 06:59:40 -0800
    ...Having $30/$44/$65,000 says NOTHING about the "opportunity cost" in adventure and smiles. I'd rather have 10 years worth of adventure...
  • Re: HID kit on eBay
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Tue, 3 Mar 2009 14:25:45 -0800
    ...HID kits on the high beams work pretty good! David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Tue...
  • `74 Adventurewagen/dual carbs wanted
    Historical mailing list - Eric Oster
    Tue, 5 Sep 1995 11:30:41 -0700 (PDT)
    ...I still haven't figured out where everything goes. #3 Sex is nearly impossible on the top bed of an Adventurewagen. (The bed is...
  • Re: Subject: 1990 Vanagon Syncro Westfalia Adventure Wagon
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Mon, 10 Feb 2014 16:21:01 -0600
    ...1990 Vanagon Syncro Westfalia Adventure Wagon >> >> the seller responded to me. apparently he is serious. the below is his >> response >> >> >> >> ----------------------------------------snip-------------------------------- >> ------------- >> >> No, it's...
  • Re: AdventureWagen
    Historical mailing list - Austin
    Wed, 09 Jul 1997 21:16:35 -0700
    ...AdventureWagen > >> >>At 07:11 AM 7/10/97 -0500, you wrote: >>>Austin, >>>Saw your thread on the Adventurewagen conversions. I looked at one here...
  • New Adventure....
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 29 Oct 2011 07:59:14 -0400
    ...Keep up with our adventures on our Blog: <www.frankcondelli.com/travels/> You can subscribe for automatic updates as they are posted. If you...
  • Re: Best method for remove seized exhaust nuts?
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 8 Feb 2010 18:04:59 -0800
    ...they're still in place. > > What should I do > next? > > David Marshall > VW Adventure Driver and BMW > Adventure Rider > > HasenWerk > http://www.hasenwerk.ca...
  • Re: Fiberglass Dome Top High roof
    Historical mailing list - David Prendergast
    Wed, 9 Sep 2009 23:01:39 -0400
    Seems as though I remember someone on the list had found the original molds for the adventure wagon? On Sep 9, 2009, at 8...
  • Desert Adventure
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Tue, 26 Sep 95 11:54:13 PDT
    ...Possible adventures involve visiting Saline Valley Warm Springs, just hanging out at PSR, walking the fabled Darwin Canyon, visiting Scotty's Castle, Ubehebe Crater...
  • Re: Great Vanagon YouTube adventure
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Fri, 4 Nov 2022 17:17:46 +0000
    Fascinating!  Bunch of fun guys....lots of combined knowledge.  Determination.  Strategic planning and preparedness.  Pretty impressive actually. On Friday, November 4, 2022 at 07...
  • vdo cyl head temp sender
    Historical mailing list - Matt Goike
    Tue, 10 Sep 1996 09:26:51 -0400
    ...thanks, matthew (81 adventurewagen)
  • Re: Favorite VW Bus/Vanagon salvageyards, was high roof freaks...
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 24 Nov 1998 10:24:41 EST
    ...In >> too bad you dont have a bus...i know where plenty of junked highroof late buses are (Adventurewagens) chris
  • Re: Deep Pockets; was: WTB Driver's door pocket
    Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
    Sun, 20 Aug 2000 18:14:50 -0700
    ...Garrett Adams 83.5 Adventurewagen GL Stockton, California
  • Re: New Canvas Adventure
    Historical mailing list - Myron Lind
    Thu, 3 Jan 2002 21:11:41 -0800
    ----- Original Message ----- From: The Bus Depot <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> > the various vendors. Might as well buy based on price...
  • Re: Any Suggestions for Northern California Camping Near the Beach?
    Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
    Thu, 15 Jul 2004 10:46:57 -0700
    ...Garrett Adams 83.5 GL Adventurewagen -----Original Message----- I coulda swore that US 1 was on the EAST coast....101? CA 1? Maybe?
  • EKTA info request
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Thu, 24 Aug 2006 07:35:55 -0700
    ...minimum computer display resolution required to run it? good road, good adventure, good life, larry chase www.roadhaus.com soon to be roadhaus.org
  • Land of No Campout Report
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Sun, 4 Mar 2007 19:45:36 -0700
    Volks, Land of No Campout Report http://www.roadhaus.com/AZ_Land_of_No_Campout_2007.html good road, good adventure, good life, larry...
  • FS: 84 highroof Adventurewagen camper $2000 USA OK Tulsa
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Sat, 6 Oct 2007 23:26:45 -0500
    check out the ad http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=513312 if you're close enough and it's cheap enough...
  • Re: [SPAM]Kickstarter: Pan American trip by two guys from Calfornia.
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Thu, 1 Oct 2015 11:50:48 -0700
    ...https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/headfirstdiaries/head-first-diaries-a-p an-american-adventure-travel Regards, BenT=
  • Re: My Recent Tire Buying Adventure
    Historical mailing list - Garth Woolstenhulme
    Sat, 28 Oct 2000 20:39:46 -0700
    ...My Recent Tire Buying Adventure > > > Bill, > > > > I see that you totally missed the point of my polemic! America's Tire Co. > was > > the local...
  • Re: Best method for remove seized exhaust nuts?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:49:45 -0800
    ...What should I do next? David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider HasenWerk http://www.hasenwerk.ca
  • Re: Scot on vacation in California^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H^H Arizona
    Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
    Fri, 4 Feb 2000 12:26:51 -0700
    ...When I went to Scotland, I missed out on some fun adventures because I was concerned about the weather - it was cold and rainy...
  • Re: FS - Syncro Westy/Adventurewagen Hybrid
    Historical mailing list - Mad and Ed
    Tue, 18 May 2004 10:12:46 -0700
    ...He's a white 87 Syncro Westy full camper, with > an Adventurewagen hightop instead of the Westy poptop, and has had an > Extreme Makeover...
  • Re: 89 Vanagon FS - Adventurewagen highroof camper w/ incredibly low mileage
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 8 Jan 2005 14:36:39 EST
    ...it looks to be an Adventurewagen highroof camper.. mileage is incredibly low.. 39k mi... anyway this may be a great deal for someone.. she...
  • Sadly, the time has come.. selling my ABA 5sp
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 2 May 2019 06:57:01 -0700
    ...support and friendly advise over the years of happy travels and adventure in my 84 tintop w/Westie equipment. I'm linking to a...
  • Re: Kickstarter: Pan American trip by two guys from Calfornia.
    Historical mailing list - BenT
    Thu, 1 Oct 2015 16:16:05 -0700
    Syncro Adventurewagen. BenT sent from my electronic leash > On Oct 1, 2015, at 4:11 PM, SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott ) <scottdaniel@turbovans.com...
  • Adventurewagen enthusiasts...
    Historical mailing list - Mm Bitner
    Tue, 27 Apr 1999 12:18:01 EDT
    Any owners interested in starting a small club of some sort to share pic's, stories, mod's, sightings, parts, etc...? Seems there is...
  • Re: RE; under floor storage
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Fri, 26 May 2000 19:07:48 EDT
    ...Garrett Adams 83.5 Adventurewagen GL Stockton, California >> Gar, That was intentional, so, don't be insipid. Rich
  • Next meeting
    Historical mailing list - Karl Hartmut Filc
    Tue, 10 Oct 2000 22:20:41 -0500
    ...Karl 96 Golf diesel Claws on a 84 Adventure, not mine yet :-( KHF Download NeoPlanet at http://www.neoplanet.com
  • Interesting Syncro Adventurer
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Wed, 1 Nov 2000 11:42:29 -0800
    A new post to the syncro registry this morning is from a guy currently in Rwanda on his way around the world in a...
  • Re: Personal note, no Vanagon content
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Fri, 18 May 2012 10:07:53 -0600
    I've been working on Velma upgrading her one thing at a time for camping/fishing/hunting adventures for myself and my daughter, she...