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• Re: Tires.. Again
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Sat, 20 Jun 2015 18:08:25 -0700
  ...weekender has the original 14" steel rims and the chrome VW hubcaps. > But tires > > seem impossible to find. > > > Hankook RA08, hands down... > > http://www...
• FS: 1982 DIESEL Westie
  Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
  Tue, 19 Nov 2002 12:18:25 -0800
  ...refinished with light gray marine enamel, and new seals were installed. Hubcaps from a newer Vanagon, so it looks like a late-'80s model...
• Mooncaps
  Historical mailing list - The Gunnings
  Fri, 14 Jul 2000 18:00:59 -0400
  ...Technically, for those nit-pickers out there (and you know who you are), I believe there is another older style hubcap with a higher...
• Van-Again Tax Refund Sale!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 12:31:38 EST
  ...They create an overall effect that hubcaps don't. Plus they are harder to lose than hubcaps:) Also there is a MUCH bigger tire...
• Re: Silly question about hub caps
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 10:42:32 -0600
  ...possible no one else does. > > I have these: > > http://www.hubcapzone.com/hubcaps/factory/vw/61508.jpg > > and want to install these: > > http://en...
• Syncro ride height data collecting...
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Sun, 5 Oct 1997 20:03:03 +0000
  ...of the wheel." I just measured to the centre of my hubcaps. right front 46.5 cm (this measurement is correct!) right rear 45...
• Question About my AC
  Historical mailing list - Munga Correa
  Wed, 12 May 1999 15:48:22 EDT
  ...Does anyone know anything about this type of thing? Actually one more question? I have the cheap hubcaps on the bus right now but...
• A Vanagon to sell you..
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Thu, 7 Dec 2000 00:23:05 EST
  ...lot's of new stuff, new heads, water pump, expansion tank.(Blue coolant) No missing parts, stock late Vanagon hubcaps. Improvements while in my...
• Re: Question (little vanagon content)
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 10 Jan 2002 16:38:14 -0500
  > Sad story, bought a headlight assembly (finally found one), two hubcaps > (plastic) on E-bay. > Arrived UPS today smashed up! :-( Has anyone had this...
• Re: More on TR 16x7 steelies
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:56:24 -0800
  ...On Tue, Dec 23, 2008 at 5:36 PM, Mark A Kippert <vanagon@kippert.com> wrote: > I wonder if the VW baby moon hubcaps...
• Re: Silly question about hub caps
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 12:01:53 -0500
  ...possible no one else does. > > I have these: > > http://www.hubcapzone.com/hubcaps/factory/vw/61508.jpg > > and want to install these: > > http://en...
• Re: [syncro.org] hubcaps, 15" SA steel wheels
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 13 May 2005 07:10:35 -0400
  Yes I still do have them. They are $25 each. Sorry about any goof ups in the past. Just call me and I'll...
• Re: Corrections - Free Syncro brake parts, misc.
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Sat, 10 May 2014 17:33:52 -0400
  ...Condition unknown for > both of these. > > > > And, four hubcaps for VW steelies, factory black paint, with white speckles > from a spray paint can some...
• Re: Moon discs?
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:03:16 -0700
  ...hubcaps. > You'll notice .. > all stock vanagon wheel configurations allow for good air flow to the > brakes.... > right through the wheel and hubcap, or...
• Re: What Price Beauty?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Nov 1995 11:17:27 -0700
  ...As a suggestionn he said to go to a used hubcap place, if one exists near you, and look for an old set of...
• RE: Kombi question again
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
  Tue, 01 Oct 1996 17:14:24 EST
  ...The police are currently driving both Vanagons and EVs, all in chromeless versions right down to the painted hubcaps. Doublecabs are more common than...
• Value of 83.5 Westy
  Historical mailing list - bill
  Sat, 29 Nov 1997 17:06:03 -0800
  ...Brown and beige. -New Michelin MX reinforced tires, new chrome hubcaps. -New hatch struts, CV boots, muffler, tuneup, coolant flush. -Does not consume or...
• Re: lug nuts and mystery clip
  Historical mailing list - S_J_ WACKER
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 16:42:54 -0700
  ...Anybody know what this >is? >Thanks, Gary > It's to remove your hubcaps if you have them. If you do, look along the edge...
• Bidding on another Vanagon in Fort Myers, FL
  Historical mailing list - onanov
  Sun, 1 Jun 2003 16:42:30 -0500
  ...Also, has the standard silver painted wheels with chrome hubcaps that aren't typical of models sold in the US. I assume these are...
• Re: Awning for sale - images
  Historical mailing list - kfilc
  Tue, 11 Nov 2003 11:07:06 -0000
  ...I also need two hubcaps like those! > > Link: > http://onwatersports.com/van.html > > Andree > > > > On Sun, 9 Nov 2003, A. Hurley wrote: > > > Trans-Awn...
• Re: FS '88 westy with only 36k original miles
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:34:16 -0500
  ...not diggin >> >>> those chrome moon hubcaps tho >>> >>> >>> _http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=896425_ >>> (http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail...
• Re: Door Panel Removal Tool
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 5 Jun 2011 23:02:30 -0700
  ...It has rounded end and edges with a "v" to catch the stem of the weed, or your panel snaps or your hubcaps or...
• My 91 Vanagon gone, Blizzacks for sale!
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 6 Jun 1999 15:13:46 EDT
  ...Size is 205/70/14 with brand new OE Hubcaps. Sale price is $250 complete, you pay the shipping or pick them up in...
• FW: vans, parts, engines, trannys, camper parts&MORE
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Tue, 9 May 2000 09:51:19 -0400
  ...camper side windows, complete westy poptop, seats, captains chairs, bumpers, windshields, hubcaps, more....etc.. for sale, '84 sunroof vanagon GL, 4spd '84 westy GL...
• Paint questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 6 Mar 2014 20:28:39 -0500
  ...So, What color looks best on a white Vanagon with chrome hubcaps and steel wheels? Currently wheels are rust free. Help me out here...
• "The Survey Sez"------
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 2 Feb 2001 05:50:56 -0600
  ...flat black, to keep me from denting my baby moon VW hubcaps. (5) An Halogen back-up light, so I can burn the retinas...
• DC area - Mid atlantic events
  Historical mailing list - John Thrower
  Tue, 25 Apr 1995 11:25:30 -0400 (EDT)
  ...exciting camping trips while we sit at home and polish our hubcaps :) Anyway First) are there any votes out there for a weekend evening...
• Re: GoWesty Plate Steel Bumper Set
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:10:11 -0400
  Yes, But I’m already contemplating a black hubcap with chrome bay window center to retro fit the look. If I can do that...
• Re: Tool trick..(not Xmas related)
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Fri, 25 Dec 2009 01:08:31 -0500
  ...for removing the axle nut caps and some times the regular hubcaps. That dorky Wal Mart tool is perfect to slip under the flanges...
• Re: Odometer stopped
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Mon, 15 Oct 2001 22:28:57 EDT
  ...As I recall, you can see it by popping off the hubcap. Disclaimer: This was a decade or so ago, so I may be...
• Re: a/c roof ducts recall
  Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
  Mon, 1 Apr 2002 21:53:41 -0800
  ...guy that I talked to owns a Toyota > Tercel with vw hubcaps, very catchy...NOT). Anyway, is there a number I can > call, a...
• Re: 85 sunroof GL for sale or parts in WEST OLIVE, MICHIGAN
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Wed, 5 Jan 2005 18:53:57 -0800
  ...Would like some front signal markers and a plastic hubcap someday. Maybe some steel rims. I spoke with the guys in the yard. Seemed...
• Re: FS '88 westy with only 36k original miles
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:54:39 -0800
  ...have either chrome caps, or what I call the 'silver dome' hubcaps.............. with exceptions. the 82 diesel, perhaps depending on L or GL trim...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Neil Larson
  Mon, 22 Feb 1999 19:54:53 -0800
  ...power locks and windows - poor headlights (low beam) - electrical problems - loose hubcaps (?) - frequent fuel pump replacements - weird or intermittent heating vent operation - squeaky blower...
• Re: '81 Westy Rims / Poptop Color
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 09:27:05 -0600
  ...I painted the wheels black and installed some good original VW hubcaps. The Taiwanese hubcaps were too soft (I dented two with my hand...
• Re: Passat Wheels a possibility
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Mon, 11 May 2009 19:34:27 -0600
  ...needs to be opened up by a machinist, and the rear > hubcaps won't fit, unless you use spacers. > If you use spacers, you...
• Re: Farhtan sighting in PA
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:26:14 -0800
  ...I installed Vanagon steel rims and chrome hubcaps and replaced the MB star on the hood and trunk with Wolfsburg crests from early Beetles...
• Re: Fitting Mercedes wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:54:13 -0800
  ...Ebay has raised hubcaps that will complete the appearance upgrade. <https://www.ebay.com/itm/363232379347> Christopher at T3technique.com is your friend. He...
• Re: Mud Flaps, generic or otherwise? Sugestions
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:33:22 -0400
  ...14" hubcaps from a Jetta will fit nicely. On the > front wheels you have to relieve a bit of plastic to clear the dust...
• Re: euro look back to 80's look
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sun, 31 Dec 2000 13:21:39 -0500
  ...back on with the final touch of the classic chrome VW hubcaps. phil 84' Westy _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http...
• Re: sagging rear end
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 02:29:16 +0000
  ...That raised my rear from 16.5'', measured from center of hubcap to edge of wheel opening, to 19''. My Westy is a 'weekender...
• Re: HELP! Audi 5000 Turbo alloy rims won't fit on Vanagon... BenT
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Thu, 16 Sep 2004 17:51:19 -0700
  ...The hubcaps will not fit as they did on the Audi. Thicker spacers can change that. BenT http://members.aol.com/bentbtstr8/myhomepage/index...
• wheels & oil temp. gauge
  Historical mailing list - Linda J. Bartnik
  19 May 96 19:35:41 EDT
  ...All the paint was pretty much gone except for what was covered by the hubcaps. I went to Advance Auto and got some plasti...
• Re: waving
  Historical mailing list - OOMKES Robin
  Fri, 17 Aug 2001 12:43:07 +0200
  ...When they came back to their van, a few things like hubcaps, fridge flu cover, water tank cap were missing... Robin 90 Vanagon TD...
• Re: buyer beware
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 21 Nov 2007 13:55:12 -0800
  ...that mention serious overcharging for shipping. > I wouldn't buy a hubcap from this scammer! Jeff > -- Thanks, Jeff '90 Carat (Grover) '86 (We call...
• Re: (another) Van Dies, Refuses to start in extreme hot weather.. (very long)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 17:34:00 -0700
  ...the wheels silver > so they look nice with the baby moon hubcapsd) it died > and wouldn't start for about 5 minutes. > > i have...
• 1st junkyard trip + extra wiper motor
  Historical mailing list - A Brandon Smith
  Tue, 26 Mar 1996 15:06:08 -0800 (PST)
  ...I took the nicer of the two motors (more like flipping a coin:) and a hubcap to replace the one I'd lost camping...
• Re: wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 14 Aug 2007 13:51:49 -0700
  ...those are just > > > wheelcovers aka hubcaps.. > > > > > > chris > > > > > > > > > ************************************** > > > Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at > > > http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour > > > > > > > > > > -- > > Jake...
• Re: Silly question about hub caps
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:50:51 -0500
  ...Silly question about hub caps How the woman who sold Joe the earlier style of hubcap got on them the front, I'll never...
• hubcap hubris
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 20 Jan 2010 08:49:02 -0800
  Chris, you explained that the owner manual PHOTOS were sometimes just there from a European model and that is what I replied to. The...
• FS: 1970 Camper
  Historical mailing list - Rodney L. Boleyn
  Fri, 24 Nov 1995 13:36:29 -0500 (EST)
  ...Sink, refrigerator, auxilliary battery, bumpers, and hubcaps all present. Overall very clean, inside and out. VIN: 2302034813, Engine # AH444171. My observations: Odo reads 13...
• Re: 15 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 19 Oct 2000 22:57:33 +1200
  ...What alternatives are there? Passat? >Audi? Eurovan? Benz? ??? Anyone? Bueller? > >Somehow, I've always just been into the plain black steel rims, no hubcaps...
• Re: How to determine when you need new shocks???
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 19:20:33 -0700
  ...reference to my saying check the hubcap installation .. That applies to center caps too. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Harry Hoffman" <hhoffman@ip-solutions.net> To...
• Re: How to get to stuff on camper luggage rack?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 26 May 94 16:13:27 CDT
  ...rest of tire deleted the hubcap. the trick seems to be to make two of these ?-shaped things, one for each side of the...
• Re: valve job--transmission fluid
  Historical mailing list - James Flanigan
  Fri, 13 Aug 1999 20:05:05 EST
  ...clutch/flywheel seal problem (I left out the seal) and my hubcap question. _______________________________________________________________ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http...
• Re: in need of new chrome bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 17 Jul 2006 12:28:56 -0400
  ...I bought Vanagon hubcaps that were chrome for about $8 each. All the vendors carry them. I put them on my parts van so...
• Free Vanagon parts - Atlanta
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 2 May 2009 10:50:34 -0400
  ...Good condition. - Set of '84 'aero' original hubcaps. So-so condition. I think I may have 5 of these. -- Chris S. Disclaimer: "Death and...
• Re: I thought I said Synergy
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Sat, 5 May 2001 21:52:07 -0700
  ...fuel economy. >So do the Hula Girls. >So do the spinner hubcaps. >So do the chrome tail pipe extensions. >So do the Blue Dot...
• Re: how do you break into a vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 15 Apr 2004 19:28:07 -0400
  ...My bus has actually not been broken into, although my > Fox has twice and the hubcaps have been stolen once. > > I don't know...
• Re: FS: 15" SA vanagon steelie
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 4 Mar 2010 12:25:29 -0800
  ...I like them without hubcaps though ...I call them 'cop car wheels' since that's what you see on a lot of cop cars...