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  • Re: Sticker has copyrights?
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Sun, 23 Sep 2001 16:53:59 EDT
    ...here and ship it to you for less? As the copyright, IIRC Raul Cisneros from New York was the guy who came up with...
  • Re: Dometic Fridge available
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Wed, 27 Jun 2012 09:10:29 -0500
    ...drink your > Absinthe? And absinthe has only in the past year (iirc) been approved again for sale in the U.S. Wormwood, the flavoring...
  • Re: Accessing alternator bolts.................
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 2 Oct 2011 16:53:03 -0400
    ...Maybe I'm >approaching it wrong? Once the cooling pipe comes off IIRC access isn't bad. The pipe has to pull out of...
  • Re: Top Ball Joint replacement
    Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
    Mon, 27 Jun 2011 19:55:42 -0500
    ...3 allen-head bolts IIRC. Then the usual removing any cotter pins, and removing the nut. Reassembly should be easy except of course holding...
  • Re: And now for NEW TIRES
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Fri, 4 Mar 2011 12:08:08 -0700
    IIRC, unless you live in the boonies, shipping will kill ya compared to local prices at Discount tire, etc. Karl Wolz |-----Original Message----- |From...
  • Re: Aircooled heater cables
    Historical mailing list - Mark L. Hineline
    Mon, 27 Dec 2010 06:13:42 -0800
    ...It may also be that there are > similarities on the late model Bay buses (say '79?) as they use the > same engine IIRC. > > Neil...
  • Re: Weekender panel removal question
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 8 Oct 2010 14:46:50 -0700
    ...take the table off. Back seat does need to come out. IIRC, the seat latching posts and seat bolts run through the plastic panel...
  • Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 4 Jul 2010 15:51:03 -0400
    ...It also says something about letting it sit for 2 hours to 24 hours (iirc) to "cure." What have people found they need to...
  • Ice scraper - - was Windshield de-icer in a can?
    Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
    Fri, 8 Jan 2010 09:20:19 -0800
    ...ice scraper, which I bought in pre-www days at Brookstone, IIRC So a bit of Googling brought up this - - yep, they still make...
  • Re: van aerodynamics, was Re: BenT's dream vanagon now for sale
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:51:11 -0800
    ...indicated that it is more aerodynamic than the brick-like Golf/Rabbit of the same era. IIRC, the truth is completely the opposite. BenT
  • Re: LVC - Crushing a Westy
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:29:54 -0500
    ...BTW-Don't think they post >> their prices...need to call. IIRC >> Michael in San Antonio >> 91GL AT 'Gringo' >> 73 Beetle >> >> >> On Thu, Oct...
  • Re: 84 not firing up Intermit problem.
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Mon, 3 Feb 2003 20:31:20 -0800
    ...The one to the left (IIRC) of the temp guage sender in the thermostat housing. Been there done that... Jim windmill wrote: > Well , It...
  • Re: Heater core/exchanger valve R&R?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 6 May 2012 11:43:58 -0400
    ...There are some Tyraps(tm) to connect the cable shell to the valve housing IIRC. Check the archives...someone in the last few years...
  • Re: ATF level
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 29 Jan 2008 14:47:58 EST
    ...t have to dribble it in > a little at a time. > > IIRC like a quart, but just put a half a quart in at...
  • Re: Secret $15 steel wheel source
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:08:48 -0800
    ...cousin had something to say about diesels in this regard too. IIRC overgearing them so they run slower is a bad idea. Mike On...
  • Re: Some thoughts Mansi Speed products.
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Mon, 31 May 2021 18:13:33 -0400
    ...Everything he is building is top-shelf, tested, and worthwhile IMO. IIRC, he is/was a master tech with a Porsche racing team. Have...
  • SA rear shocks from '01 group purchase
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Wed, 15 May 2013 04:44:05 -0700
    ...Please correct me if I'm wrong but IIRC, they were for Syncro's. Well anyway, the reason I asked is because I picked...
  • Re: Alliance Deep Cycle? (Grp. 27) Wire To Alternator?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:55:09 -0700
    ...27) Wire To Alternator? > IIRC, the solenoid type draw .5 - 1 amp when activated. That is one > reason why they and similar products don...
  • Locktite 30540
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:47:56 -0700
    ...Has anyone used this in cooler temps and had the product fail? I'll re-read the pop top kit instructions, but IIRC, the...
  • Re: 1984 Westfalia 12V Power Outlet
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 4 May 2010 10:42:14 -0700
    ...sure of details, but basically, I disconnected the SS (fuse S7 IIRC) and used that fuse for the cab/kitchen light, radio. All powered...
  • Re: Big doh! by mechanic
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Sun, 13 Aug 2000 14:06:33 EDT
    ...First of all, why did they remove the caliper to replace pads? >> IIRC the only way to get the pads out is by removing...
  • Re: No Charge: HELP!--cheap digital voltmeters
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Thu, 2 Sep 2004 21:23:28 -0500
    ...Price changes a lot, but always under $7 IIRC. Jim On Sep 2, 2004, at 9:27 AM, Mark Drillock wrote: > You need to...
  • Re: '84 sliding door handle question
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Wed, 15 Dec 2004 18:34:13 -0700
    ...Re: '84 sliding door handle question > > >> On Wed, 15 Dec 2004 14:25:17 -0500, Sudhir Desai <sudhir.desai@gmail.com> > wrote: >>> IIRC, ron...
  • Re: Does AC Affect MPG?
    Historical mailing list - Chris S.
    Tue, 28 Aug 2007 18:54:10 -0700
    ...open than energy used to run the AC with windows closed. IIRC, most compressors rob about 5 horse power from the engine. Add to...
  • Re: Trip Report (WA/OR)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 12 Sep 2008 20:26:11 -0700
    ...My site was $17 IIRC with AC and dishwater dump. On Fri, Sep 12, 2008 at 8:12 PM, Jake de Villiers <crescentbeachguitar@gmail...
  • Re: Front end overhaul
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 10 Jan 2016 10:56:24 -0800
    ...used that tool w/o the need to apply heat but IIRC, someone suggested this can help. Neil. On 1/10/16, Jim Felder...
  • Re: Idle Stabilizer Control Relay_Schematic_Parts List?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 16 Oct 2015 16:07:22 -0700
    ...to at least one of the more failure prone components (transistor IIRC). Not much to go on but it may help if you suspect...
  • Re: Transaxel tool
    Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
    Wed, 15 Jan 2014 10:54:56 -0600
    ...http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-17mm-hex-key/p-00946666000P?prdNo=4&blockNo=16&blockType=G16 IIRC, the craftsman sockets are too tall to...
  • Re: VA/MD/DC and surrounding area gathering April 20
    Historical mailing list - David OBryan
    Tue, 12 Feb 2013 16:48:53 -0500
    ...Feb 12, 2013 at 4:11 PM, <VWBrain@aol.com> wrote: > IIRC that is the same weekend as everybus in greensboro later mark d...
  • Recoined Brake Shoes. Means: Arced ?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 16 May 2012 10:09:43 -0700
    ...Anyone know if this process actually shapes, or arcs, the shoe to the drum? IIRC, I installed these on my '81 but that was...
  • Re: PS High Pressure ling w/Banjo Fitting Needed
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sat, 30 Jul 2011 12:09:20 -0700
    IIRC, there are two banjo fittings on the PS pump, one a bit larger than the other. Do you know which one you need...
  • Re: sliding door handle
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sun, 23 Jan 2011 20:50:09 -0800
    ...trimmed '85 handle on my '81 for a year or two. IIRC the newer handle is shorter. (the newer style latch is easier to...
  • Re: Fuel gauge problem
    Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
    Fri, 2 Apr 2010 21:33:31 -0500
    ...Full - 37.5 ohms Empty - 290.0 ohms do this directly at the terminals behind the clock assembly, IIRC to avoid intoducing error from...
  • Re: Alternative Steering Wheels
    Historical mailing list - S.C. Harrison
    Thu, 3 Oct 2002 12:58:02 -0700
    IIRC, steering wheels from a Porsche 944 are also supposed to fit well; same Popeye arms required. ----- Original Message ----- From: "G.M.Bulley" <gmbulley...
  • Re: Can You make a syncro?
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Mon, 13 Mar 2006 16:26:07 -0500
    ...Westfalia. He also put a Subaru engine in the same van. IIRC it is easier to put the Syncro parts onto an 86 or...
  • Re: fridge replacement?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Thu, 2 Aug 2007 14:30:51 -0700
    ...http://www.members.shaw.ca/McTavishPAC/fridge/fridge.html IIRC, both Engle and Norcold use the same type of, or very similar, swing arm...
  • Re: Go Westy tune up kit
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:29:27 -0400
    ...On 2011-08-10, at 10:30 PM, Automatic digest processor wrote: > IIRC, at one point Bosch was making plug wire sets with an...
  • Re: Good Source for Aux Batteries
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Thu, 9 Jun 2011 15:23:24 -0700
    ...There was one source, in So Cal IIRC, for a Group 41 deep cycle but I don't have the brand name or dealer...
  • WBX Tranny into Air cooled. WBX Still Too Long.
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 6 Apr 2010 17:13:21 -0700
    ...Even with Isolater bit flipped, WBX transmission 9/16" too long. IIRC, Mark Drillock warned of this possibility. Drilling new cross bolt holes would...
  • Re: Wanted in LA area: knuckes etc from power-steered van
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Mon, 24 Jan 2005 06:00:19 -0800
    ...knuckes etc from power-steered van > Andrew, > > IIRC pitman arms belong to wormgear steering systems rather than rack > and pinion systems like those on...
  • Re: John Wallace Lives!
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Sat, 30 Jul 2005 21:57:43 -0400
    ...what is his new email address, inquiring minds want to know. IIRC you can't send the server a message to change you email...
  • Tranny fluid top-up/replacement.
    Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
    Wed, 8 Jun 2005 23:34:40 -0400
    ...about 230 miles or so IIRC. The transmission is whining a bit in 4th, and I'd like to check the level before I...
  • Re: Searching the archives, suggestions for successful searching
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Wed, 6 Sep 2006 14:28:43 -0700
    ...but IIRC it would be pretty hard on Gerry. I agree with Sam in that just about anything you'd need to know would...
  • Re: Vancouver
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Sat, 7 Jul 2007 12:04:11 -0700
    ...On 7/7/07, neil <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > > IIRC, there is a book on Vancouver that had lots of interesting info. > Some of...
  • Re: Westies (or lack of...)
    Historical mailing list - Ed
    Mon, 3 Aug 2015 17:11:54 -0400
    ...primitive home-made ramps on the side of the hill straight off Mead Cove Road north of Black Point, IIRC. The level wheel ramps...
  • Re: ABA into 1.9 Vanagon was coolant overflow fears and thoughts
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
    Mon, 13 May 2013 15:09:01 -0400
    Bryan there was somebody in Ga doing it IIRC, george has a aba with a 1.8L head installed using their stuff. I put...
  • Re: Carfax Prices!
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:07:42 -0700
    ...http://www.vehiclehistory.gov/ I got a report through one of their providers (Carco, iirc) for $3.95. Cya, Robert -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...
  • Re: Which is taller Syncro.org Syncro or 85 2wd Westy front springs?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sun, 1 Nov 2009 13:08:11 -0700
    ...more than the conventional 2wd springs from an 85 Westy which IIRC is the tallest stock front springs available? Someone not on the Lists...
  • Re: 12V Fan Report (Re: LED light product)
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Sat, 5 Aug 2006 07:56:43 -0700
    ...similar to these at Camping World several years ago, >> around $12 IIRC and have used it several times, works fine. Mine has the >> ability...
  • Re: To table or not to table
    Historical mailing list - Rusty Johnson
    Wed, 19 Apr 2000 15:59:53 EDT
    ...tank) and fit nicely? If so, that is the *front* tabletop, IIRC. The rear tabletop is larger, and will not fit into that space...
  • Re: diagnosis of brake issues - what do you all think? (was: Help...
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Wed, 24 Mar 2004 00:55:25 EST
    ...to me like a compression leak (headgasket) into your cooling system. IIRC bearings in Vanagons are sealed and are not adjustable as your friend...
  • Re: Exciting things happening at Van-Again!
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Wed, 14 Sep 2005 14:01:40 -0700
    ...of their team.>> <snip> Ken, Is that really a good thing? IIRC, there was a lot of negative talk about PTH on the List...
  • Re: Headlights
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
    Fri, 23 Jun 2006 17:05:30 -0400
    ...advice is greatly appreciated. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Jeff > > Jeff, > > 3M makes splice connectors. IIRC they callthem quick connects. Looks like > one is this package: > > > http://multimedia...
  • Re: Pan
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:07:43 -0400
    ...PM, neil n <musomuso@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > >> And if not them, IIRC, this guy has a good rep and parts: >> >> >> http://vanagon.eu/ -- Neil...
  • Re: AC idle enrichment circuit
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:12:06 -0700
    ...is in an '85 with a 2.1L and digifant > system. IIRC, when it had the 1.9L, there was a switch that raised...
  • Re: IR Thermometer ... thread
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 17 Sep 2010 15:12:07 -0700
    ...accurate, easy to use, easy to stow, uses 1 AA battery IIRC. > > bob > -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com...
  • Re: Mike Collum in Hospital again
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:22:01 -0400
    ...The complications aren't quite the same as last time IIRC. It's a big load on Mary...last time got kinda scary at...
  • Re: warm refer on propane
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Wed, 25 Apr 2001 19:21:29 EDT
    ...difficult to tell. The thermometer is the only way to tell. IIRC these are ammonia fridges. So perhaps it's low on the stuff...
  • Re: Window and Door seal treatment
    Historical mailing list - John Runberg
    Thu, 29 May 2003 05:43:50 -0700
    ...The solvents pull the oils OUT of the material instead of putting oils in, IIRC. What I've been using is a product called...
  • Re: Another I'm still shaking cold-weather Safety message, was RE: hole saws/floor cutting
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 23 Jan 2005 10:49:41 -0500
    ...drenched in gas while pulling the engine on my '69 Westy. IIRC, the fuel line just crumbled when I tried to clamp it. Reaching...