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• Re: repair manual
  Historical mailing list - John
  Thu, 10 Jun 1999 20:07:11 -0400
  ...The only Vanagon repair manual worth a damn is the Robert Bentley (official VW) Vanagon manual for about $90.00. You can order it...
• Re: Damaged fiberglass rear bumper... can it be repaired?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 8 May 2000 09:56:58 EDT
  ...remove bumper, massage cracked areas back into place, abrade backside of bumper, and repair w/ fiberglass resin and matting cloth. repair face of bumper...
• Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 19 Jun 2010 08:11:37 -0500
  ...When I get a chance, I will make the same repair to the grill I removed, then I will have two grills for about...
• Re: Coolant Pipe Needed
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 11 Jun 2009 06:06:52 EDT
  ...I have personally done this many times and have had no problems with this repair. >>>>>I bought the GoWesty repair kit to install as...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 27 Jan 2008 21:10:41 -0800
  ...There's a local radiator >shop here that will "boil out" a tank and repair small perforations >for reasonable fees. > >Allan > >On Jan 27...
• Re: 1980-91 Vanagon repair manual.... (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Karen Winter
  Thu, 20 Feb 1997 11:02:27 -0500
  ...1980-91 Vanagon repair manual.... > > 1980-91 Vanagon repair manual. > --------------- > Covers all models of vanagon; syncro, camper etc. > Retails for $75. This one is...
• Repair shop in Buffalo
  Historical mailing list - Cort, Joel
  Tue, 5 Oct 1999 11:18:25 -0400
  ...Just in case you need a reputable VW repair shop in the Buffalo area, here is the place. Universal Auto Service 625 Colvin Avenue...
• Re: Did we forget to post the Bob Hoover story for Christmas?
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Tue, 25 Dec 2018 21:15:18 -0800
  ...Did we forget to post the Bob Hoover story for Christmas? Midnight Repairs | | | | | | | | | | | Midnight Repairs He came down the back drive just before midnight...
• WBX Oil Dipstick Tube Crack: Common?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 4 Oct 2014 12:23:54 -0700
  ...Is this a relatively common problem? If so, why do they crack? FWIW, I repaired mine using "Industrial" Gloo (seems quite similar to Goop...
• Re: Repairing heater blowers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 6 Sep 2010 11:34:34 -0400
  ...Or >forking over a lot of dough to an experienced VW repairer. Like many things, it gets a good deal easier with practice. And...
• Friday Self-Indulgent Photo Post :)
  Historical mailing list - VW Vanagon
  Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:50:55 -0800
  Finally had a chance to snap some photos of Blackbeard today, the first since the completion of the repair work. Self-indulgent, I know...
• Re: Leakin' oil
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Tue, 19 Dec 1995 09:21:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...I'd say Peter Lima's description >of "dripping oil like a seive" describes our situation pretty well. > >Total repair cost? Zero. Time invested...
• Re: Repair Front Rack and Pinion?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Turner
  Wed, 27 Aug 1997 19:06:11 -0400
  ...What happens if I don't get it repaired? Thank you in advance, Brent Gardner >> you can get rebuilt power steering racks for 200...
• ECU Repair
  Historical mailing list - Barry Mercer
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 20:37:24 -0500
  ...I've heard that there are those who repair them. Would anyone have a name? And As well... the ECU tool that has created...
• FS: '88-'91 front bumper, 2.1 wbx ECUs and AFMs
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Tue, 5 Aug 2003 00:02:22 -0700
  I have a repairable fiberglass / composite front bumper for an '88-'91 Vanagon, cracked in the center, PO attempted a repair but failed. $75...
• Re: Noisy speedo
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 Dec 2015 10:11:25 -0500
  ...The only way to go at this point is used or repaired. A number of our known vendors offer repair-exchange services. If you...
• Re: Vanagon Repair classes
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 11:48:50 -0800
  dear pedagogical vanagoniterites i vote we all move to Medford Oregon and play in Scott's pile of repairable Vanagons - this creates a situation...
• Re: Wilder's Law
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sat, 12 Mar 2005 04:54:58 -0500
  ...Second, one would expect that the more the van costs to start, the less the repairs should be after that, since presumably the cheap...
• Re: Broken plastic parts
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 14 Sep 2020 22:52:20 +0000
  ...I love that putty stuff; super strong; can shape and finesse and sand and paint; repairs become almost invisible. Rich     On Sunday, September 13...
• Re: Repair glue for heater box
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Tue, 12 Apr 2016 15:53:21 -0700
  ...There really wasn't enough gluing surface to repair the original tab. Alistair > On Apr 12, 2016, at 3:40 PM, email99@bellsouth.net...
• Re: Starter Motor Internal + Strap Replace?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 7 Mar 2014 08:09:58 -0800
  ...That sounds like a very clever repair. That repair method sounds like a good solution for my needs; a spare known good starter for...
• What adhesive to use on dash foil?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:23:04 -0600
  ...I would like to repair bridge the gap with some of that window defroster repair stuff that everybody talks about. But, before I do...
• Re: gowesty coolant hose repair kit instructions?
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:44:16 -0500
  ...you to the right place, go to gowesty and search for "repair", the pipe kit will be in the list, and the instructions are...
• Re: Another pop top hinge repair
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sun, 24 Jul 2016 16:17:56 -0300
  ...I "repaired" mine by welding up the sawn > through crossbar and grinding it smooth. Inelegant, temporary and simple, > just like me. > > I've found...
• Re: AC Compressor Mount Repair
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:43:41 -0700
  stock waterboxer vanagon AC compressor bracket ? why repair when there are hundreds of them laying about ? I have 10 probably. Scott www.turobvans.com...
• Re: Vanagons and part
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Tue, 1 Sep 2009 19:03:55 -0700
  I also suspect that there are many poor parts being manufactured these days and VW repair shops often end up getting burned for a...
• Re: Bus/Vanagon Literature Database...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 04 Feb 1995 11:25:14 -0400 (EDT)
  ...VWUS EuroVan repair manual set I have most of the manual set - donated by local VW dealer. Russek T4 Pocket Repair Manual >From the...
• Front Windshield Washer Reservoir
  Historical mailing list - Dane Tessler
  Mon, 11 May 1998 08:35:47 -0700
  Does anyone have any experience removing and repairing a leaky front windshield washer reservoir? Mine leaks like a sieve! The bolts that hold it...
• Re: vinyl repair
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Tue, 5 Sep 2000 21:13:49 PDT
  Is there any way to repair vinyl? As in indentations caused by something the PO stuck on his dash..... >From: Mark Watts <MVAone@AOL...
• Paging Karl Bloss
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Tue, 11 Nov 2003 13:31:32 -0700
  ...I'd like to ask a couple of questions about the "Repair Shops Spread Sheet" posted on Syncro.Org. I believe you were the...
• Coolant Pipe Fiberglass Repair from West Marine
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Sat, 13 Mar 2004 01:58:28 -0500
  Hey All, If you were looking for the coolant pipe fiberglass repair stuff from West Marine, don't get your hopes up: It's...
• Re: does anybody have the address of the speedo repair shop in texas ?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 4 Sep 2004 09:29:20 -0700
  ...I have lost the name and address of the european speedo repair shop in Texas > can anybody provide me with it I dont see...
• Gasoline smell
  Historical mailing list - David M
  Fri, 24 Aug 2007 23:15:01 -0700
  ...Can anyone confirm whether the Bus Depot repair kit contains ALL the parts I'll need. I'm going to have a repair shop...
• Re: Vanagon Repair Manuals
  Historical mailing list - Paul Mitchum
  Wed, 12 May 1999 13:04:03 -0700
  ...Vanagon Repair Manuals > >I sell them for $66.95, which, combined with a lower shipping charge than >most places, is about the lowest price...
• Re: repost: anyone taken a power mirror appart and back again?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 3 Oct 2001 06:47:28 EDT
  ...If you must temporarily repair the mirror, try duct-tapping it into position until you can effect satisfactory repairs. BenT
• Repairing Front Heater Core
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Wed, 13 Nov 2002 11:17:50 -0500
  Hi, Does anyone have experience successfully repairing heater cores by epoxy or some type of glue. The other option would be an inexpensive new...
• Re: Digijet FI PDF
  Historical mailing list - Matt Barclay
  Tue, 5 Jul 2005 23:13:00 -0700
  I mirror several VW repair manuals here: http://wiki.vanagabond.com/bin/view/Vanagon/RepairManuals The digijet is a great addition. I already have...
• Re: Help with Subaru Head Gaskets?
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Tue, 9 Jan 2007 13:52:15 -0800
  Hi Tabe, > Does anyone know if there is precendent for goodwill repairs > of this type of damage on Subarus? (i.e. paid for by...
• Re: Propane Gauge?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 7 Aug 2007 21:01:03 -0400
  ...The shut- > > > off valve for my propane tank is broken (handle broke off) so as part > > > of my repairs, I am going to at...
• Re: Rust hole through the floor - how do I best repair?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:16:36 EDT
  ...I have done this repair all to many times - new metal, POR-15 and stainless steel are your friends. Look at these photos and...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sun, 27 Jan 2008 23:57:31 -0500
  ...There's a local radiator shop here that will "boil out" a tank and repair small perforations for reasonable fees. Allan On Jan 27...
• Re: But My Van Isn't Worth That Much
  Historical mailing list - Clarence J Falarski
  Fri, 23 Aug 2002 08:31:14 -0400
  ...The same goes for the repair and maintenance of our vehicles. If a person can't afford to fix and or repair it properly...
• Re: A/C compressor repair
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 8 Jul 2012 02:31:58 -0400
  ...If you broke it once you know any type of weld repair will be even weaker. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Re: A/C ducting
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:25:17 -0400
  ...The recall period is over and the repair kit is > almost NLA (only about 20 bucks but IIRC iI had a problem trying to...
• Re: 91 Vanagon Recall!!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Mar 1997 12:06:18 -0500 (EST)
  ...lucky V W paid 100% or at least pro rated the repair based on mileage , but they did'nt advertise the program you had...
• AVP / Repair
  Historical mailing list - Rob Rubin
  Tue, 18 Apr 2000 15:34:04 EDT
  ...We have decided to send the engine back to them for repair. To R&R the original engine was $780 (65 an hour) AVP...
• Repair of Rear Heater of 84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Sun, 14 Jan 2001 18:11:04 -0500
  Can someone advise me on the least expensive way to repair a leaky rear heater on an 84 Vanagon? I have pulled the heater...
• Re: Speedo Repair with 1 year warranty
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 13:46:48 -0500
  Hi all, I've repaired mine easily on my 87, the main problem Is the main metal gear that gets loose on the shaft...
• Syncro Westy FS $6900
  Historical mailing list - Karl M
  Fri, 7 Jun 2002 13:10:41 -0400
  ...Needs seam repair on left side (rusted through), have panels to repair, several smaller spots. Needs poptop seal, sink pump, minor misc. $6900/ono...
• Poptop repair question
  Historical mailing list - Lee Kouns
  Tue, 2 Sep 2003 21:06:53 -0700
  ...poptop on my blue Westy, I don't need a perfect repair, but I would like to seal the cracks and prevent the top...
• RoadHaus - No longer RoadSideHaus
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Fri, 14 Nov 2003 12:47:27 -0700
  ...The engine has been repaired and RoadHaus is "BACK ON THE ROAD" headed for Baja ... after a drive by thru Phoenix. No more "RoadSideHaus...
• Re: Call for repair shops & contacts in Mexico
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 7 Apr 2004 12:32:14 -0700
  ...Call for repair shops & contacts in Mexico > > Volks, > > I've just added 30 more VW Shop Reviews to the North American > VW Van Shop...
• Re: Heater repair
  Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
  Tue, 19 Jan 2016 10:27:08 -0600
  ...Heater repair Very true. I thought we were going to have to that on a 12 year old Toyota, but reverse flushing the heater...
• Re: 10/15 Need Advice AND Repairs (1991 GMC Vandura) in BERKELEY, Calif.
  Historical mailing list - PSD
  Fri, 16 Oct 2015 08:35:11 -0400
  ...10/15 Need Advice AND Repairs (1991 GMC Vandura) in BERKELEY, Calif. 10/15 Need Advice AND Repairs (1991 GMC Vandura) Hello, car persons...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 19 Jan 2015 10:01:48 -0800
  ...On my '81, I repaired an out of round hole. When bushing replacement is needed, I'll know if the repair has held up...
• Re: Speedo Repair with 1 year warranty
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 08:40:35 -0800
  ...Speedo Repair with 1 year warranty > > Hi All, > I just called North Hollywood Speedometer Co. & was > quoted $92 to repair my 81 vanagon Speedo...
• Re: New versus Welded Heads?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 4 Apr 2003 07:33:14 -0500
  A leaking exhaust valve is no indication that weld repairs are needed. Does the engine have 290K on it or just the Van? I...
• Re: How to fix / External body panel internal supports coming loose
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Mon, 25 Oct 2004 23:09:20 -0500
  ...Tough stuff, and it'll ever shake loose, crack, or separate from the repaired area. It also dispaces moisture so at that particular repair...
• Re: Help the chimp avoid getting crushed
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Sat, 4 Jun 2011 12:15:46 -0400
  ...I'm often out and about (on the road) when repairs/maintenance are needed and typically do these in the parking lot of a...
• Re: Paint and rust repair, DIY paint jobs (was windshield instal...
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Thu, 7 Jan 1999 13:05:48 EST
  ...Mark, I recognize that Bondo may not be the best product for permanent rust repairs. I took a chance and went ahead and used...