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  • Re: friday chevy airstream
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 13 May 2011 15:51:59 -0700
    ...95k > yuck > > Airstreams are cool but not sure about this camper van model they have come > out with. > > and the sticker price..... > > *2011 Airstream...
  • My Westy is totaled!
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Tue, 18 Dec 2007 12:47:29 -0500
    ...If anyone knows of a very clean later model Vanagon Westy (although I wouldn't rule out a '76-79 or a Eurovan camper...
  • Re: Vanagon driver and passenger seats
    Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
    Mon, 10 Sep 2012 08:47:16 -0600
    ...The camper seat > bases are shorter in height to compensate for the height of the swivel > mechanism, and they are shorter in length to...
  • Re: camper closet removal? Weekenders cheaper?
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Tue, 29 Sep 2015 19:54:12 -0700
    ...People are very adaptable and any model Vanagon is head and shoulders over most other vehicles for day to day living in. Each model...
  • Re: oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 1 Apr 2014 10:16:20 -0500
    ...I have one on my camper, and it made a significant difference on long drives at high ambient temperature. mcneely > > ---- David Moyal <moyald@GMAIL...
  • Re: Re[2]: Syncro experiences?
    Historical mailing list - Vern Brownell
    Fri, 2 Dec 1994 17:37:46 -0500 (EST)
    ...I think VW was trying (very little) to differentiate model years with decals in the later model years. :-) > > Paul > puusital@adobe.com > >
  • reading VIN & stuff
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 28 Dec 94 10:56:53 CST
    ...for model years 1981-1991. (model year 1980 is the same as 1968-1979) WV2YB0259DH000000 Manufacturing Country ---------------------------x||||| |||| | W - Germany ||||| |||| | Manufacturer -------------------------------------x|||| |||| | V - Volkswagen...
  • WTB - Dometic fridge switch
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 17 Sep 2015 05:51:06 -0400
    Looking for a good working three push button switch assembly from a late model Dometic fridge. The one I have here has broken plastic...
  • Re: Paint for Dove Blue Westy top?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 8 Jun 2015 22:41:05 -0400
    ...dove blue is a metallic blue that was used '84-'89 on US model vanagons. the campers used it on the '86-'89, the...
  • Camper accessories info wanted
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 1 Feb 1996 02:12:46 -0500
    ...I've pretty much given up on adding the toilet, since I noticed the interior configuration does not follow that of models that have...
  • Re: PARTS FOR SALE (LiMBO want ads) ...
    Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
    Wed, 19 Jun 1996 23:27:45 -0500 (CDT)
    ...carrier on '70s models. better quality than original, $8.00. > also avaliable large word 'WESFALIA' that goes on late '70s ^^^^^^^^ > campers and Vanagons. black...
  • Re: kombi rides again in NZ
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sat, 19 Nov 2005 16:55:59 -0600
    "expected to be priced around $90,000 for the premium 4Motion model." I noticed the price was $90,000.00. Is that Pounds, Lira...
  • vanagon radios?
    Historical mailing list - Todd Lund
    Sat, 20 May 2006 15:55:32 -0700
    Do all Vanagon radios run without the key? Or is just the camper models? I have a 90 Westfalia and purchased a wire harness...
  • Vanagon vs Eurovan
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Mon, 7 Dec 2009 19:59:48 -0600
    ...Not sure of the reason for this post other than the lack of options out there to get a late model camper with the...
  • Re: Interesting Camper van
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 16 Sep 2003 22:23:39 EDT
    ...looks like a homemade job or could be some obscure base model Country Homes calif. conversion or something. interesting, but they could have done...
  • another cool mom and pop pop top company..
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 1 May 2008 08:39:41 -0700
    ...I have one of their 10' models on an F-250 Ford Diesel 4x4 that I used very very hard on 6 winter long...
  • Re: Volksibus is mine!!!
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 4 Mar 2006 09:15:45 -0600
    ...too, as they >were incomplete base model transporters when they were shipped to >westfalia-werke for the camper conversion, so the badge stayed on...
  • Re: Debunking GoWesty!
    Historical mailing list - David Johnson
    Sat, 2 Sep 2006 13:07:43 -0600
    ...com/campermodeloverview2.html > > According to them: > > 1) Aircooled Westfalia's are the WORST models > 2) Thank God they only sold the Diesel models for...
  • Re: Porta-potti box / seat
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 8 Dec 1999 14:33:31 -0800
    ...The Potti in > the picture is a Thetford 235 model if you have this model then I can send > you our standard box. > > Best...
  • Re: HELP My wife thiks the van is unsafe
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
    Thu, 16 Dec 2004 15:06:32 -0500
    I took my 1980 ASI riveria model camper (with newly converted 1.6TD) onto the tracks of Watkins Glen international raceway.. raceway? Diesel? well...
  • Re: aircooled to subaru
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
    Mon, 13 Jun 2005 16:04:01 -0400
    ...my 1980 model camper still has the OG heattube front to back runs centrally over the fuel tank the H2o lines run across the...
  • LiMBO Want Ads ...
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 13 Oct 95 12:07:12 CDT
    ...Todd @ C.B.N. (419) 531-2954 (OH) **** Late model camper 4 speed in excellent condition prefer A/C possible trade with 85 camper...
  • Re: Peach clolor van's code?
    Historical mailing list - thewestyman
    Fri, 3 Jan 2014 12:53:55 -0800
    ...It�s a 1985 model camper. The paper is missing from under the dash. Anyone would know this for sure? Thanks, and Happy new...
  • Re: What kind of bus do I have? or Joel, change the stats!
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 7 Nov 1995 15:16:47 -0500
    ...My air vent tag says Typ 23-42 and my behind-the-seat-plate has a >model of 2312. Does this mean that my...
  • Help with 1980 dizzy please
    Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
    Thu, 19 Jul 2001 10:04:46 -0700
    ...How can I verify this???? SeanG 80 Westy (my project) 95 EV Camper (wifes daily, current family camper) 88 F-150 (old reliable) 90...
  • Re: Paint Code Help - 84 Wolfsburg
    Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
    Wed, 9 Jul 2003 19:43:02 -0500
    ...Year:1984 Model: Vanagon Model No:253A71 Color Code 485662 Under the manufacturers suggested retail price subsection it lists Merian Brown/Toscana Beige Paint...
  • Re: the INCORRECT USAGE of the term "Z-BED" ...
    Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
    Fri, 17 Jul 2015 13:24:44 -0700
    ...I have seen has been to Westfalia built model > which is also called a "Base Camper" in VW brochures. As you Westy guys > know...
  • Re: Rad fan--2 or 3 wire???stumped
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Tue, 29 Apr 2003 21:27:15 -0700
    ...VW/Audi used a similar large fan motor on several models but with different diameter fans on them. My remarks referred to the fan...
  • Re: Looks like the electric VW camper is coming
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Sat, 11 Dec 2021 17:07:55 +0100
    ...buzz-m >>> odel/?fbclid=IwAR2H1HTcv5DijJNHt1SDXFK27O-5bUVVTBQfpBpsYHTzAeilnQ1rYX55T1s >>> <https://rvbusiness.com/vw-to-offer-electric-campervan-based-on-its-id-buzz-model/?fbclid=IwAR2H1HTcv5DijJNHt1SDXFK27O-5bUVVTBQfpBpsYHTzAeilnQ1rYX55T1s> >>> >>> >>> >>> Stuart >>>
  • Re: Rentals in Chicago or Ohio?
    Historical mailing list - Bob O Shaughnessy
    Sat, 6 Apr 2002 15:03:52 -0500
    ...very sorry.... > > -- > Volkswagen camper rentals in Hawai`i > > Imua Camper Company > http://www.imua-tour.com > 45 Shipman Street, Hilo HI 96720 > Reservations: admin...
  • Re: New owner with question
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Mon, 16 Jan 2006 09:00:51 -0600
    TJ-- Is this Goldibox, the 87? I haven't seen very many vanagons other than my own, but I thought all the later models...
  • Re: Why VW's + T&A?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Kirk
    Tue, 7 Nov 1995 20:33:45 -0500 (EST)
    ...After all, someone (you?) pointed out that they are > professional models who get paid for these pictures. ;) > > That other guy might sieze upon it...
  • RE: HELP!!-Pricing for '87 VW Camper
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
    Thu, 20 Jul 1995 07:49:26 -0500 (CDT)
    ...I just found out >about a '87 VW Camper van, GL model, that is for sale 5 miles from my >house in the SF...
  • Re: EV & EV Camper
    Historical mailing list - Robert Tommaselli~+212.238.2563
    Thu, 9 Nov 1995 09:21:28 -0500
    ...The extended length EV Camper (Riatta?) is not the only camper available I don't think the (Riatta?) and EV Camper are the same...
  • Re: The Spring is Sprug (Westy Springs)
    Historical mailing list - Jeff and Deb
    Tue, 14 Nov 2000 23:03:19 -0800
    ...The Spring is Sprug (Westy Springs) > There is a very noticable difference between the passenger model and > camper springs. My experience is a bit...
  • Re: What's Your Dream VW Bus?
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sat, 13 Sep 1997 01:38:10 CDT
    ...issues, which VW bus (includes campers >and non-campers - any kind of VW bus) would you buy? >Which model from which year? And why...
  • More info on VW Camper & Commercial Magazine
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Wed, 22 Aug 2001 22:58:43 -0400
    ...An article on VW Bulli Sonderausfuhrengen ("Special Models") trucks, with pictures and ad copy A feature on a '66 poptop camper (a Canturbury's...
  • P22 Westy layout
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Mon, 18 Oct 2004 17:41:01 -0700
    ...A sweet setup that I have since seen was a factory layout in some European models. He still has that camper, done to a...
  • Re: Location of 120V land line outlet - Canadian models
    Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
    Mon, 15 Nov 2004 12:26:21 -0500
    ...Since I'm using a panel from a passenger model van, I >have to cut the holes for the camper outlets. Pictures for the...
  • Re: 1985 VW Vanagon Westphalia Camper conversion. - $22995 (Athens, GA)
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Sat, 21 Sep 2013 07:31:08 -0500
    ...I have the same model. What is the right term for the upholstery? I've always called it brown velour but I don't...
  • Re: EuroVan Front Seats
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 12 Sep 1995 14:28:34 -0400 (EDT)
    ...or Winnebago version of the EV is a 1995+ Model and is the full camper package similar to the Westy packages of yore...The...
  • Re: Lowering Busses, etc
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 25 Jun 96 12:35:22 +0200
    ...This is especially profound in the Westfalia camper model. I have an old issue of HotVW's magazine that describes a procedure for raising...
  • Re: Parting out '84 Westy.
    Historical mailing list - marcus
    Tue, 26 May 1998 13:33:47 -0700
    ...Westfalia. > full GL model w/ stove/fridge/sink/bed/tables. neutral beige colored interior. > would like to sell the camper interior as whole. > will...
  • Re: 1987 "GetAway" Syncro Camper? (FS Vancouver BC)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 7 Jun 2013 11:01:06 -0700
    ...European model? > Jeff > >> Date: Fri, 7 Jun 2013 00:29:16 -0700 >> From: musomuso@GMAIL.COM >> Subject: 1987 "GetAway" Syncro Camper? (FS Vancouver BC...
  • Your Opinion: Vanagon or Late Model Bus Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Marty Wallace
    Fri, 23 Oct 1998 22:15:30 -0700
    ...camper bus... What do you think? Would you trade the comfort and relative speediness of your Vanagon for the simplicity of a late model...
  • Re: VIN # meaning
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
    Tue, 28 Jan 2014 13:19:45 -0800
    the 'real' and correct way to tell what model year vanagon it is, is by the letter in the 10th position of the VIN...
  • Re: Anyone ever tried a Jayco in the back of a Vanagon Doka?
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Tue, 31 May 2016 07:59:20 -0700
    ...ca/v-travel-trailer-camper/windsor-area-on/jayco-sportster-series-truck-camper/1169185004?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true >> >> Or other models that have been known to...
  • Re: Gen Set
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 4 Nov 2009 09:45:16 -0800
    ...Are the contractor models red? -- Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott 84 Westfalia: Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Westrailia: (Ladybug Trailer company, San Juan...
  • Re: Pricing help needed.
    Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
    Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:54:36 -0500
    ...comps from the exact model > and year. If anyone out there has links or information for 1988 VW > full campers, ether sold or for...
  • Fire Talk - Campers
    Historical mailing list - Paul Connelly
    Thu, 5 Aug 2004 13:15:30 -0600
    ...An older model camper (non VW) was filling up at the pump and either (2 differing reports) the camper owner unscrewed a "filter" I...
  • WTB: Headrests
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:10:44 -0400
    I'm looking for four (4) headrests from a late model Vanagon. Grey, Grey/Black or Black will do. I need four of them...
  • Details of Used 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon, Redwood City, CA - Yahoo! Autos
    Historical mailing list - Charles Nighbor
    Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:22:02 -0800
    1990 Volkswagen Vanagon GL Syncro Camper - $38,900 a.. Redwood City, CA b.. Owner: Gabriel c.. Call: 650-346-2871 (Daytime) <http://autos.yahoo...
  • Re: very interesting siting
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 26 Feb 1997 11:40:30 +0200
    ...If it was a German spec vanagon, it should be a very late '89 or '90 model. All Bundeswehr Vanagons I see on the...
  • Re: Vangon curtains/canvas?
    Historical mailing list - k1cajun
    Tue, 13 Jun 2000 09:04:43 -0500
    Richard Lynch wrote: > Has anyone seen a vendor with a curtain or window canvas kit for a Vanagon > passenger model? I've seen Bus...
  • any late-model Eurovans out there?
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 10 Jul 2002 22:02:44 -0500
    got a fellow who's not on the list with a 99 EV-bago pop-top camper, and he needs to know where he...
  • Re: Friday '80-'84 vanagon Slider doorhandles NLA...
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Fri, 5 Mar 2004 16:32:06 EST
    ...Do those ice cube trays come with Westy campers? I prefer the 86 and later models if possible. Thanks, BenT Handle
  • Re: VW T5 California Camper
    Historical mailing list - T.M.
    Mon, 9 Jul 2007 20:00:55 -0400
    ...http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/index.php? action=downloads.downloadPDF&model=california&file=california_brochure It's a very nice document decribing the...
  • Re: TIRE PRESSURE SURVEY
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Fri, 1 Aug 2008 19:43:49 +0000
    Year = 1988 Model = Camper GL Tires = Michelin XCA Size = 205/75 x 14 Load rating = its 107 or 109 PSI Cold Empty=50/50...
  • Re: Your Opinion: Vanagon or Late Model Bus Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Sat, 24 Oct 1998 09:09:32 -0700
    I've owned 12 different model years of VW vans from my first, a 66, to my current 87 Syncro camper. I too have...
  • VW Newbie needs advice!!!
    Historical mailing list - Justin C. Fauci
    Tue, 25 Mar 1997 14:39:15 -0500 (EST)
    ...I'd prefer a camper model as I plan to take it on the road for the summer. I rerally know almost nothing and...