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• Re: Thermal insulation for inside doors/panels
  Historical mailing list - Toomey Douglas
  Mon, 6 Feb 2017 09:00:06 -0800
  ...Still a couple of weeks away from reinstalling the interior, so ample (too much!) time to consider options for other panels. Thanks again, Doug...
• Re: batteries, power, wiring,...
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Fri, 26 May 2000 08:36:56 MST
  ...I have not started looking at unit/panels yet though. However I want to make it removable and easily remountable. Have some kind of...
• Re: rear hatch panel clip removal on 90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sun, 2 Oct 2005 18:28:21 -0700
  ...Since I would like to be able to take the panels on and off once in a while, and I am covering the panels...
• For sale interior super clean
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Gibson
  Tue, 5 Dec 2000 06:53:24 -0500
  ...Door panels also great shape! I dont want to send them to the scrap yard so please e-mail me. I live in Burlington...
• Re: Wild -just about EVERYTHING for T1/T2/T3
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:02:37 -0700
  > http://jpgroup.anet.dk/ shh that is www.cip.com main source :) all their body panels, heater blower motors , hydraulic lifters and that is...
• Re: Aerodynamics?
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sat, 3 Nov 2018 10:08:47 -0700
  ...I'd think most of the noises came from the resonance > of the wind on the doors and side panels. Knock or tap on...
• Re: Remove all a/c components project
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 07:47:07 -0800
  ...Does anyone have some panels for the back of the van - I want to > remove the > a/c side panels but there is no...
• Re: WTB various items
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Prescott
  Tue, 11 Apr 2000 17:01:04 -0700
  ...I used my old (cracked/broken) panels as templates, and cut replacements out of +/- 1/8 hardboard (the stuff pegboard is made of). Then...
• Re: 81 Vanagon Interior Panels
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 19:16:16 -0800
  ...I also experimented with replacing >complete ceilings and sliding door panels with thin boards that have the >vinyl on them originally. Those were discontinued...
• Insulating the interior walls
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Tue, 30 May 2006 12:52:29 -0700
  ...tape 1" 1/4"thick wide foam strips to the van panels (provide an insulating air space) 2. attach refleto foil to the 1...
• Re: faux Audi Quattro?
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Mon, 4 Aug 2014 17:24:33 -0700
  ...I've dreaming for years for someone to sell body panels to replicate that. So far, no joy. BenT sent from my electronic leash...
• Re: was solar panels, now gen. noise
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 21:51:26 -0700
  So is it just me or has anybody else wondered what would happen to the fabric of the universe if John Carpenter and Roger...
• ghia for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Apr 1995 10:30:05 EDT
  much to my dismay, i am selling my ghia 1972 karmann ghia hardtop new black paint new clutch new interior carpet, panels, rubber, etc...
• mystery wire.
  Historical mailing list - brad horner
  Fri, 27 Mar 1998 15:08:11 -0500
  ...brad 87 west wolf weekend (without panels)
• Re: Simpler Alternative to welding body panels
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Thu, 29 Mar 2001 10:36:18 EST
  In a message dated 3/29/01 10:03:57 AM, monster51@SPRINGNET1.COM writes: << Now then, anyone want to discuss diminished value? Wade...
• Re: I've had it...Ed's finished with me.
  Historical mailing list - Bill
  Sat, 13 Mar 1999 09:37:45 -0700
  ...I haven't wrecked it, so I don't know what it would cost to repair body damage, however, all body panels, even the...
• Does anyone know this van?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 10 Apr 1999 18:43:29 EDT
  ...two front interior panels were brown vinyl too but the rest of the van had the normal Wolfsburg style panels. It had no AC...
• Re: Awnings
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 26 Aug 2023 18:25:36 -0700
  ...Solar panels… fork the last half dozen years or so I’ve had panels. Currently, ha, two old school Siemens 75 watt on roof...
• Re: Repair/refurbishment 1982 westy interior
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 12 Oct 2004 05:47:36 EDT
  ...It's in excellent shape except for the stock cream colored plastic sheet glued to all the fiber-wood interior panels. All the glue...
• Westy Utility Port Rust
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sun, 12 Sep 1999 15:07:02 -0300
  ...As I had all of the interior panels off and the insulation out, I was able to sand off - use rust converted paint, anti...
• For all you solar powered Westys...
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 18 Oct 2013 15:59:30 -0700
  http://www.dunkermotor.com/default.asp?id=44&lang=2 Driving down the road with the solar panels tracking the sun... tim (dreaming) in...
• AUX AC
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Wed, 12 Jul 2006 16:35:19 -0700
  ...what about a small string of deep cycle batteries under the rear seat, powered strictly by roof top solar panels, and an AC . . . I...
• Re: Overcooling Hypothesis--Long
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 28 Dec 2007 09:09:47 -0800
  > > Why do big trucks have block off panels for their radiators then ? > Diesels don't produce as much heat as gasoline plants. Winter fronts...
• Re: [SyncroDoubleCabs] Re: Has anyone used the Bus Depot or Cip1 body sheet metal patch panels especially on a Doka?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 15 May 2006 02:37:56 -0700
  On 5/14/06, Harry Mann <clive.harman-smith@ntlworld.com> wrote: > > Can't speak about the patch panels Ben, but just patched a...
• Re: Solar power
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 18 Mar 2005 11:39:27 -0700
  ...Did a project using 8 of those small panels and found that even that many were not of any real use. You need a...
• Stuff I Need and Stuff I Need To Sell
  Historical mailing list - Nik Maravich
  Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:11:22 -0500
  ...An almost complete set of Grey interior panels that i was going to use but the wife didn't like the color etc. I...
• Re: Later Westies/Upholstery and padding on rear hatch at bed?
  Historical mailing list - Vern in Bend
  Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:11:01 -0700
  I bought one of the ABS rear hatch panels, my 'experience' with it is just to check its fit and it fits perfectly. Perfect...
• Re: Peel and Seal Complete-Pics
  Historical mailing list - RiffOil
  Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:44:28 -0700
  You don't need to cover all the surface of the panels sometimes just a small patch will have as good sound deadning property...
• New brain needed!
  Historical mailing list - Earl Smith
  Mon, 24 Mar 1997 20:40:47 -0800 (PST)
  ...Inside behind the wall panels was full of dirt with a layer of mud 1" deep in the channel! Cleaned it all out and...
• Re: Re; Solar power your VW
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 12:07:55 -0700
  ...but a solar > panel will recharge the battery so you can start the engine :) Bill, I wasn't aware the garden variety, affordable panels...
• Re: GL seat bed vs. L bed in Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 3 Jan 2006 10:14:19 EST
  ...the only westys that had the solid foam without the stitched panels in them was 80-84 only. most people prefer the 85-91...
• more tan armrests
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 8 Feb 2012 02:57:05 -0500
  ...VW Classifieds - 1986 Tan Vanagon door panels & armrests_ (http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1152315) _http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds...
• side panels from hElL
  Historical mailing list - brad horner
  Thu, 26 Mar 1998 12:06:59 -0500
  I am sorry to have to do it this way. . . but. . .the first caller gets them for $150 plus shipping. I live in n...
• See rust forming, what now?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Caputo
  Sun, 2 Apr 2000 15:38:32 EDT
  In the seams between the panels, the paint is cracking and in some places I can see that brownish orange rust juice flowing out...
• Wolfsburg Interior for sale
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 3 May 2002 13:23:20 -0700
  ...side table side panels rear bench seat and 3 head rests both jump seats mounting brackets and seat belts rear passenger area carpet $600...
• Re: Cool door panels.
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 5 Dec 2004 19:12:08 -0500
  The door panel was done by SewFine (Littleton Colorado). It was a custom job for me, as the pattern used is not normally fitted...
• Central Locking -- questions
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 5 May 2011 07:09:20 -0700
  Is there a central locking kit for the '84 Vanagon? Is it a big deal to install (I know how to get the panels...
• Re: Solar Power Parts papsolar.ca (MCA Batteries, etc.)
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Sun, 7 Oct 2012 12:06:41 -0400
  ...No no go, no link to panels or prices, busted part of > the site. > In the last five years I've purchased four solar...
• Re: Seam rust on Vanagon I'm looking to buy
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 2 Jul 2013 07:30:15 -0700
  ...At least 3 panels join in that area and the rust can be between the joints, The rust also could be spreading under the...
• Re: dent pulling
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 9 Apr 1999 07:40:16 -0700
  ...I do a lot of body work, and I usually replace bent or dented panels, but here are some suggestions if you have not...
• 88 Wolfsburg Vanagon FS $4500 in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 12 May 2005 08:12:03 -0400
  ...The sliding door was damaged and I have the panels at a body guy right now trying to get them fixed. I was able...
• Re: Vendor/Product Report - Sewfine Interior Products
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 20 Dec 2002 17:30:12 -0500
  ...This includes: - Door panels (front and sliding) in both gray and tan (GL & Wolfsburg styles), plus sliding door panels in blue and rear hatch...
• Re: solar setups?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 19 Jan 2014 10:45:10 -0700
  ...This time of year, I mostly put the panels (total 80w for both of them....they are hinged together, fit into a small carry...
• Foldable Solar Panels
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Wed, 9 Oct 2013 15:12:46 -0600
  ...Solarblvd <priestley@solarblvd.com> Foldable Solar Panels High Efficiency Small Footprint Monocrystalline Panels Suited for Flooded, Gel, AGM or Calcium Batteries 25 Year Performance...
• Re: Mounting Solar Panel on a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Wed, 9 Oct 2013 21:21:26 -0600
  ...more of it and > cover the roof, then carry some extra panels to spread around the camp > on long leashes? Then put a couple...
• Re: WANTED: Various washer/door/powerlock parts for '87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 3 May 2006 15:48:05 -0700
  Tim, Chris has perfected this technique: -take off the panels -spray the back with a water bottle sprayer till nicely damp -lay the panel...
• Repair of rust in body panel seams?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Apr 1996 10:13:00 -0400 (EDT)
  In a couple of spots on my 87 vanagon, there is rust developing in the vertical seams joining body panels. How deep are these...
• Re: Simpler Alternative to welding body panels
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Mon, 26 Mar 2001 00:08:17 -0600
  Paul, I recommend a vice grips, that has a flat, wide (about 3" to 4" ) jaws. You will need several of them ( the more...
• FS: Complete fiberglass bumper/rocker moulding kit(all pieces)
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 26 Jan 2002 03:15:47 EST
  ...front and rear fiberglass bumpers as well as both side rocker panels and all brackets etc. (10 pieces alltogether) would like to sell as...
• Fwd: Afternoon of progress
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
  Fri, 6 Apr 2012 09:17:22 -0700
  ...I chose fatmat for lining the interior skin of my vans doors, panels, and floor, and have appreciated the difference in interior sound. I...
• junkyard find...
  Historical mailing list - Rob S.
  Tue, 19 Aug 2003 17:10:46 -0400
  ...whatever years that is) with roof-AC, complete everything (except exhaust) great blue captains chairs, blue door panels, good windshield, blue rear seat, junkyard...
• Re: Solar controller question..semi off topic.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 17 Apr 2013 01:21:18 -0400
  ...Ideally you want one controller sized to handle the maximum capacity of as many panels that you plan to get. Panels added in parallel...
• From KLAAANGG to thump
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Thu, 13 Nov 2003 11:23:56 EST
  ...This was causing a lot of noise - the panels would vibrate freely, and would bounce off of the inner structure. Closing the doors made...
• Re: Friday: Learn From My Lessons
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:03:05 -0800
  ...We did not have solar panels with us, we do not own any as even though this is the "Land of the Midnight Sun...
• Solar panels
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Thu, 23 Jun 2016 18:33:38 -0700
  Can anyone recommend a solar panel (flexible or firm) that fits in the luggage rack? Have you used it? How long? When was it...
• Vanagon sighting - Florida Keys
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Tue, 2 Feb 2010 05:04:26 -0800
  ...A cream Vanagon, black rocker panels - Northbound on Hwy 1 Another White a/c parked nr beach The Lime Green Vanagon a/c always...
• 1984 parting
  Historical mailing list - dawn
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 13:54:37 -0700
  ...9 engine hanger 1.9 engine tin spare tire pan carpet seats vents windows door panels lights tail lights fuel tank doors hatch Darrel
• Re: What will remove "Rockguard"?
  Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
  Sat, 17 Mar 2001 00:55:07 EST
  ...I'll trade for some body panels. :) --Paul--
• Re: Carbon Fiber Top
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Mon, 10 Sep 2007 08:02:57 -0700
  ...bagging and autoclave require panels to be built with extra material to insure stiffness, since thinner, and yes stronger/ lighter panels, carry the undesirable...
• Re: 86 cabinet cad
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Sun, 11 Jan 2015 19:42:35 -0600
  ...If you take the cabinets apart you could replicate the wooden panels with a router using the existing panels as the goby. 2. You...