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  • 91 Westy - Mysterious Clutch/Transmission Problem
    Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
    Sat, 2 May 2015 08:21:20 -0700
    ...I took it into my local VW 'go-to' shop in Seattle (Fine Tuning Performance - absolutely outstanding service on the vehicle for the last...
  • Re: Coolant out episode this aft.
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:33:40 -0600
    ...In any event, there was a young mechanic there who loved vanagons, & took my westy under his wing for the service. I got it...
  • Re: Off topic Friday question on switches...
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 16 May 2014 19:04:51 -0400
    At 06:43 PM 5/16/2014, Gnarlodious wrote: >Modern homes have 2-phase service to run resistive loads like clothes >dryers or water...
  • No Vanagon Content: ripping DVDS for the road
    Historical mailing list - Marco
    Wed, 5 Jun 2013 09:35:38 -0700
    ...There is a streaming service called VUDU - it is owned by Walmart if that matters to anyone pro/con - that will allow you to...
  • Re: Money orders to pay for services
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Fri, 11 Feb 2005 19:15:29 -0600
    ...send the >product it is a good way to pay for services. Some people still avoid PayPal >and credit cards that are instant, but...
  • Re: Seattle Vanagon Transmission Service Recommendation?
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Tue, 14 Mar 2017 16:03:23 -0700
    ...Seattle Vanagon Transmission Service Recommendation? So... a friend did something terrible to my brand-new, <500mi clutch. Burning smell and shuddering when shifting. I...
  • Re: 1982 Diesel Westy in CL for $2300 is another scam
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Tue, 3 May 2011 16:15:18 -0500
    ...Claims it's a rush sale saying he is a service in California > but got assigned to the UK but now going to Iraq...
  • Re: Need Utility Service Flap Doors 82 Westy
    Historical mailing list - John H. Fleming
    Wed, 1 Oct 1997 09:33:41 -0400
    ...John 85 Westy Vermont > Volks, I have 2 of my 3 utility service doors missing on my 82 Westy. I have been quoted around...
  • Re: "The Parts Place"
    Historical mailing list - Cliff Ober
    Thu, 1 Jul 1999 09:44:58 -0500
    ...It turned out they only cleaned it up on the outside to make it look as if it had been serviced. Others here had...
  • FW: oxygen tester in 86 vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Mon, 5 Jun 2000 12:04:35 -0700
    ...oxygen tester in 86 vanagon? I was having my van serviced in a service station. Can you help me with finding an answer to...
  • Nice 1985 Westfalia for sale
    Historical mailing list - Kyle Gardella
    Mon, 4 Mar 2002 08:39:37 -0800
    ...New shocks, tires, skylight, K&N air filter, recently serviced and smogged. Brakes will be serviced/replaced before sale. Removable 5th captains chair on...
  • Re: recall/service bulliten listing link
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 3 Apr 1997 00:37:53 -0500 (EST)
    went to alldata site exactly what do I do step by step to get info could not find 89 van stuff syncronaut
  • Toronto Repair Shop Question
    Historical mailing list - Ron Mighton
    Mon, 21 Aug 2000 16:01:09 -0400
    I am wondering if any of the Toronto area members have any comments on the capability of Salims repair service? Ron Mighton Toronto, Canada
  • Thanks a lot Daryl from aatransaxle !
    Historical mailing list - Pabst Michael
    Mon, 18 Dec 2000 11:35:51 +0100
    Simply the best guy / shop / service I encountered so far ! http://www.aatransaxle.com/ 59 Michael 80 Westy 86 GL 86 Quantum
  • Bentley
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Thu, 17 May 2001 11:40:26 -0700
    So whats the difference between the Official Service Manual and the Official Factory Repair Manual? _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http...
  • Re: What's in their names...
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sat, 12 Jan 2002 23:50:42 +1200
    >This is a true one: >Another Ford dealer in town had a service manager named Matt Dillon. Was his first initial R?
  • Re: Bad Experience (rant)
    Historical mailing list - jim catterson
    Wed, 18 Nov 1998 06:26:12 -0800
    having been reading all of these postings about the bus depot's service to the list as well as the suggestions that it be...
  • Re: Vanagon Mechanic For Hire
    Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
    Tue, 7 Apr 1998 18:18:18 -0400
    Good for you John, and the listees who, might benefit from your services. If you ever get to Orlando, Florida let me know. I...
  • Re: repairing arm rest
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 1 Jun 2010 18:04:05 -0500
    ...DMc ---- mark drillock <mdrillock@COX.NET> wrote: > People who have and read a Vanagon service manual may encounter the use > of the mechanical term...
  • Re: Gas heater
    Historical mailing list - Jack Reed
    Fri, 29 Sep 1995 10:10:23 -0600 (MDT)
    ...furnish me with a schematic and some instructions. > > > > Try JB Heater Service, 303-660-9032. He has been fixing gas heaters > > for years, and...
  • FS 84 7-Pass
    Historical mailing list - finalcut
    Wed, 15 Nov 2000 13:26:06 -0500
    ...Problems with van 1- needs some cv joint service 2-needs speedometer 3-has sink and bed and cooler, but it was adopted in...
  • Re: distilled water for coolant - was New Car Dealers And Parts Prices-a service advisors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 31 Jan 2008 23:12:50 -0500
    ...distilled water for coolant - was New Car Dealers And Parts Prices-a service advisors Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> writes: > What minerals would I...
  • Re: Looking for shops in northern Utah
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sun, 1 Jul 2007 21:01:11 -0600
    ...he'd be a good contact for that service. I think I'd try calling John and asking him where he'd suggest taking...
  • Tampa Bay Progreso Ferry Service Update
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 18 May 2012 06:29:39 -0400
    Please fill in this questionnaire as best you can so that perhaps this ferry service will become a reality ! AND, please pass this message...
  • Re: Newbie question about auxiliary power-Battery suppliers
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:31:25 -0500
    Given a choice I to prefer to support smaller stores or service oriented suppliers as compared to big box places. There is a definite...
  • Re: facts on carfax or autocheck
    Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
    Mon, 24 Jun 2002 10:56:44 -0600
    Also be aware that neither service gets all information. For example, my 1998 Honda Accord was smashed in the back, $5,200 in damage...
  • Re: Better World Club vs. AAA...comments??????
    Historical mailing list - jon
    Mon, 4 Dec 2006 16:07:54 -0800
    ...They had problems finding a service provider that would deliver Diesel in the area. Finally, they found someone in Gold Beach that would come...
  • Re: Dometic fridge problems
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 4 Sep 2017 07:36:21 -0400
    ...That’s why they need to be inverted during the service procedure. > On Sep 4, 2017, at 12:00 AM, Automatic digest processor <LISTSERV...
  • ETKA and the Vanagon AC system
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:49:57 -0500
    ...I thought there were supposed to be two service valves. Am I missing something here? I want to upgrade to R134a. Do I need...
  • Re: Yahoo delays
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:46:11 -0700
    ...Yahoo makes money still, a lot of money, from providing free mail service. David --- On Sat, 9/19/09, Mike S <mikes@FLATSURFACE.COM...
  • Re: Auto Trans 1st Gear Noise
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 5 Mar 2009 12:48:21 -0800
    ...yesterday I took all the cushions and carpet out > of my Westy before taking it in for service .... first gear was > definitely audible and...
  • /f [Fwd: Re: tech wanting to relocate to Santa Cruz Ca.]
    Historical mailing list - Michael Wagner
    Fri, 01 Mar 1996 05:48:19 -0700
    ...always wanted to live in Santa Cruz! -- Michael Wagner '76 Campmobile Looking for a '71 Campmobile (or a serviceable '71) Looking for a convertible...
  • Re: Bentley manual (s?)
    Historical mailing list - Dave Ohlemacher
    Wed, 27 May 1998 14:33:26 -0400
    Not that I found at Bentleys web site, some have Service and some have Factory Repair, but having seen the manual for the Corrado...
  • Re: ATF changing fluid
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Fri, 7 Feb 2003 12:22:08 -0800
    ...without removing the pan.... (like you could do this after having serviced the transmission.... because it only drains 3 quarts when it holds 6...
  • FS: 1990 Westfalia
    Historical mailing list - Jason Denton
    Wed, 3 Dec 2003 18:26:17 -0500
    ...The following is a list of new parts/service: New engine , new Michelin MTX tires, new front/rear shocks, new front wheel bearings, new...
  • GMail - <F> - List related
    Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
    Fri, 2 Apr 2004 13:23:22 -0800
    Article in the SJ Mercury News this AM stating that the new Mail service from Google will be able to electronically snoop your email...
  • Re: New member
    Historical mailing list - wayne withers
    Sun, 25 Mar 2007 18:18:25 -0700
    ...If not I should have my service manual and will be able to investigate further. I also plan on doing a leak down test...
  • Re: sliding door... please help
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Sun, 4 Dec 2016 10:02:59 -0800
    thanks... time to service the roller bearings, clean and grease the rails etc etc too - not just pop that piece of rubber in.. right?
  • Re: Camper Equipment Advise Needed
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 06 Aug 94 12:40:13 -0400
    Well, I just added a 15' Grumman canoe to my Vanagon's camping supplies. <Splash> ---------------------------------- Joshua R. Poulson, Widener University Department of Computing Services
  • Remove me from the list
    Historical mailing list - Jean Costa
    Sun, 27 Jan 2002 17:06:03 -0500
    Remove me from the list no more vanagons. jean _________________________________________________________________ Join the world�s largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com
  • Re: New parts supplier, very good service, fast & prompt e-mail reply.
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Sibley
    Sat, 20 Apr 2002 01:24:23 EDT
    yep, i go to them now for parts, exclusively.....no more b.s with the other one....
  • Toronto Propane Tank Service
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Mon, 24 May 2004 19:21:50 -0400
    I need to replace the fill valve on my propane tank. Anyone know of a good place near Toronto to have this done? Thanks...
  • Infringing Domain Names
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Fri, 30 Apr 1999 09:32:31 -0700
    ...Brookfield Communications began offering software and services for entertainment industry professionals in 1987. It expanded into the broader consumer market for entertainment industry information...
  • Re: Doing those Tune-ups Myself Again
    Historical mailing list - Paul Schiemer
    Wed, 22 Sep 1999 15:19:16 -0500
    ...I go into the Service Department and ask for my key. The Service Manager himself hands it to me and says 'thank you'. Notice...
  • Re: Problem with dealership service? Who to contact?
    Historical mailing list - Bulley-Hewlett & Associates
    Mon, 2 Nov 1998 06:58:14 -0500
    ...Problem with dealership service? Who to contact? Hey folks... Fairly off topic for most of you, but I do this to get the word...
  • Re: Was Failed emissions testing, now is testing a good thing
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:11:24 -0600
    ...I used to > tell my customers 'somebody' has to check the tire pressures between service > visits. If not the owner , then who ? You can...
  • Re: Vanagon weights was [WetWesties] RV coverage for BCAA, AAA etc
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Fri, 9 Dec 2011 14:39:31 -0600
    ...It would only make sense if the service provider required it in order to provide the service. Otherwise, it is just money tossed. McNeely...
  • Re: WasserBoxer fish farm (F)
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Fri, 18 Feb 2000 15:41:43 EST
    ...When you see them cavorting in the tank, it's time to service the system. The most difficult aspect of the service procedure is...
  • Re: Bus Depot Sucks HUMOR
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 25 Jan 2002 17:22:17 -0600
    ...Your tears are currently mixing with mine ,,,,,,,,, I'm not overjoyed with some services from some vendors but if I have a problen I...
  • Re: CV & Axle for a Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Mon, 19 Aug 2002 15:42:27 EDT
    ...The boots tore, but the joints are still good as they were serviced before all sorts of abrasive crud got into the joint.
  • Re: NVC: Avoiding TurboTax this year
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Tue, 31 Jan 2006 17:59:29 -0700
    Those with less than $50,000 AGI can efile for free from many service providers http://www.irs.gov/app/freeFile/jsp/index.jsp...
  • Coach Net services
    Historical mailing list - Paul van Dyck
    Sun, 1 Mar 2015 14:15:50 -0500
    ...Coach Net's service sounds good as well. Paul 90 Syncro tintop "Hildegaard" -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
  • Re: Smoke coming from under the van
    Historical mailing list - JordanVw
    Wed, 11 Mar 1998 22:05:00 EST
    ...Don't go turning that knob till you get it serviced. Actually it is a gas heater and has been the cause of many...
  • Re: Vanagon Friendly Mechanic in Seattle
    Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
    Tue, 3 Nov 1998 07:57:24 8
    ...For non-dealer service I'd highly recommend Louis Foreign Auto Repair (7301Roosevelt Avenue N.E, 206-524-3366). Small, independant shop offering some...
  • Re: Syncro Vs Non-Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
    Tue, 14 Mar 2000 13:47:44 +1100
    ...service vans (LWB T4 syncro panelvans) They only recently pensioned off the last of the T3 syncros after up to 8 years in service...
  • Re: RV REFRIGERATORS!
    Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
    Thu, 5 Nov 1998 01:06:25 -0600
    ...But I was really interested to read the second hand comments by this retired "C/Heating/Refrigeration Business operator" who 'routinely "serviced" RV refrigerators...
  • Re: Advice needed for cross-country trip
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:43:21 -0700
    I pay around $75 a month for cell service with unlimited internet access through AT&T. My phone has a built-in web browser...
  • Re: Air conditioning
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 29 Jun 2016 20:05:42 -0400
    ...As a Westy or vanagon newbie you will want to get a Bentley service manual ASAP. Learn as much as possible before tings break...
  • Re: What is best program to make a website?
    Historical mailing list - Tracey Estevez
    Thu, 20 May 2004 12:19:49 -0400
    I use the free service Tripod offers www.tripod.com. It was the first site I had ever made and I wanted to try...
  • Re: Need New Propane Shut-off Valve
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:49:08 -0700
    There are 2 versions of the shut-off valve, also called the service valve. Most have a built in pressure relief valve sticking out...