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• Electric window regulators
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 2 Nov 2016 08:55:40 -0500
  Who among us does repair of the electric window regulators? Thanks, John
• Re: 89 + Rear window vents transplanted in an 85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 24 Jan 2006 16:02:57 -0500
  I have a couple of rear vented windows and a passenger side Passenger van slider for sale if anyone is interested. Chris On 1...
• Re: Window Tint Asthetics
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Mon, 13 Nov 2006 11:31:49 -0800
  ...Do NOT go real dark on the rear window, it makes backing up > at night dangerous (BTDT). The side windows are not a problem...
• Re: Chrome window strip trim replaceing
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Sun, 6 Jan 2002 10:49:53 -0500
  > .> greg. > > 82 westy, (with shiny chrome window moulding) > > so what did it cost, how long did it take and how many times did you...
• Re: Keys locked in van
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 13:12:03 -0700
  ...in the between the sliding side windows and push down on >the window lock and slide the window open. > (Un)fortunately, depending whether you...
• Re: part numbers
  Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
  Fri, 19 Jul 2002 22:30:06 -0500
  ...On Fri, Jul 19, 2002 at 09:59:57PM -0600, Bob Stevens wrote: > 1/Window crank mechanism (regulator) Driver's Side 80-91 Vanagon...
• Re: Spoiler - would it keep the rear glass cleaner?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 4 Apr 2004 17:06:44 EDT
  ...Biggest problem with the rear is > keeping the window clear. Run down a dusty road sometime and you'll see > how the air flow...
• Re: 1981 window dropped inside door
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 15 Apr 2004 14:10:44 -0500
  ...1981 window dropped inside door My 1981 dropped the window inside the door the other day. Now the crank will not pull the window...
• Re: Window tinting
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 27 Jun 2007 16:01:30 -0700
  ...Window tinting ??? Does that mean that if you're from Arizona and have legally tinted front door windows, you can't drive that vehicle...
• Side Window removal tip
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:38:12 -0800
  ...Thanks archives) that there are useful tips on window removal. i.e. A yardstick can be made into tools for prying out the window...
• Driver's Door Window
  Historical mailing list - Jason Stevenson
  Mon, 20 Nov 2000 06:13:53 -0600
  ...They continued to work fine for the next couple of days, with me rolling my windows up and down repeatedly with no further problems...
• Re: Lessons Learned Again & Again
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sat, 12 May 2012 16:53:15 +0000
  ...I have a receipt dated May 27, 2011 for two > window seals, says "seal, center side window" and "seal, rear side > window" Last year...
• Window tinting
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 27 Jun 2007 13:49:55 -0700
  ...My neighbor was passing through Utah in his bay window with tinted silver rear windows and was stopped by the Smokies..They then searched...
• Re: How to Steal VW Vans Quickly
  Historical mailing list - Dean Paul Karpowicz
  Thu, 1 Sep 1994 16:40:10 -0500 (CDT)
  ...These are little metal pieces They usually aren't as nice as opening the wing window, both times our van was broken into, they...
• removing side window & saving seals
  Historical mailing list - Christian Pelletier
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 16:09:28 -0700
  Hi! Is there an easy and quick way to remove the side windows without destroying the seals on a Vanagon? I remember removing the...
• Re: Rear windo seal replacement tips
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 16 Oct 2016 12:27:35 +0000
  ...I went out and cleaned the contacts by the > window and then turned it on. My talking thermometer showed the window > temp clime quickly...
• Re: 19 or 23 window Bus wanted
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Thu, 13 Jun 1996 15:45:13 -0700
  >I'm looking for a split for a good friend.It must have the overhead windows,sun- >roof and wrap-around rear windows.Also...
• what's in a window (f)
  Historical mailing list - len alcamo
  Wed, 19 Jun 1996 09:03:02 -0500
  ...p.102 features a bus with a stained glass window... no biggie for me. As a professional glasshole for 20 years I've done...
• Re: EV-Cannot locate front cab privacy window shade for 95 eurovan
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 23:47:08 EDT
  Jim, If you are looking for the quilted window covers, then I can order these from Germany. They attach with suction cups and insulate...
• Installing Power Windows
  Historical mailing list - Tim Belanger
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 14:43:34 EDT
  I have recently run into some power window motors/tracks and would like to install them in my 87 Wolfsburg. Is there an easy...
• Sliding Window Lock fix
  Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
  Mon, 13 Dec 2004 17:09:13 -0800
  Does anyone have any ideas about fixing this problem with the Sliding Window on the Sliding door? The metal channel that the lock engages...
• Re: Rear window squirter
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Fri, 4 Feb 2005 00:08:24 -0600
  Compressed air and a blow gun usually work well to clear out the nozzle, and any debris from the window washer line. Subject: Rear...
• Re: Sliding window idea
  Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
  Thu, 19 Mar 2015 12:31:18 -0400
  ...The South African rearmost sliding window is clearly the *cadillac* of back windows. But I'm still broke from my DK tranny rebuild last...
• Re: list vendor: Re: vanagon rear side sliding windows (euro option)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 18:23:40 -0800
  ...Sliding windows / Rear Ventalation/ rear exhaust vents / D pillar opening windows Hi Volks! Well to those of you who sometimes wish you had opening...
• Re: Triangle vent window question
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Mon, 9 Jun 2014 11:28:18 -0600
  My window opens all the way ('83) and I get a good breeze in my face except I have to hold it in position...
• Re: Chrome window strip trim replacing
  Historical mailing list - Ron Schlamp
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 23:08:42 -0600
  ...Chrome window strip trim replaceing > I had one of my rear windows busted out the other night. I was wondering > about that chrome strip...
• Re: Removing front vent windows & hardware
  Historical mailing list - Dr.Chris
  Thu, 21 Dec 2006 08:07:28 -0500
  Yeah the two pivots look fairly easy, but what about the latch that holds the window closed? How does that come off the window...
• Re: Removable door window vents from EuroCampers.com
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:40:57 -0700
  Not to take business away from anyone, but you can make reflective window shades from silver bubble wrap from Home Desperate for about $35...
• Power Window Regulator for 89 Auto Power Carat - Problem & Question
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Wed, 1 Oct 2003 10:30:09 -0400
  Good Morning to all, I have a 89 Power Window Carat (production line late 88) and the PO installed an aftermarket power window motor...
• Re: Van Windows
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Fri, 31 Dec 2010 16:18:39 -0800
  ...Van Windows Vaneronis, Pensionerd clued me in a place in LA where they make up insulating window covers for boats and planes. Said that...
• Re: Having window trouble
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sat, 14 Mar 2015 09:38:41 -0700
  ...The other window rolled up > fine on the passenger window till I started messing with it. I think I > blew a fuse? Anyway. I...
• Re: Power window disaster, help needed!
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:16:58 -0400
  ...With the window down, you'll want to have an assistant, who can hole the window in the up position while you get at...
• Re: What is that strip?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 31 Oct 2004 10:28:21 -0700
  ...This time I did a side window with the trim in place on just one side of the window and checked the flex on...
• Re: window trim strip substitute?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 21:45:10 -0500
  Yes the later vans had strip less gaskets and the slider windows had black frames. The front door seal also did not have the...
• Re: Vent Wing & Front Guide Channel
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 11 Apr 2006 07:44:47 -0700
  ...Note that replacing the wing window assembly requires removing the window glass, which requires pulling ALL the window weather seal parts and pulling the...
• Re: flipped windows?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 21 May 2012 20:39:47 -0700
  ...flipped windows? Has anyone on this forum tried to flip or trade the side windows (slider door and solid side)? This would move the...
• Re: Screens for sliding windows?
  Historical mailing list - Ellen
  Sun, 13 Apr 2008 17:35:41 -0700
  ...They would be aluminum framed and screw into the outside of the sliding windows. Thanks for your help, Ellen Lola, '85 Vanagon ASI > You...
• Van Windows
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 31 Dec 2010 14:22:58 -0800
  Vaneronis, Pensionerd clued me in a place in LA where they make up insulating window covers for boats and planes. Said that they wanted...
• Re: Removing chrome window trim
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:51:37 -0700
  ...I took mine out 4 or 5 years ago and the windows haven't fallen out yet! =) On Thu, Apr 23, 2009 at 12...
• What is under the headliner material by the windows?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Nichols
  Mon, 8 Oct 2001 08:26:04 -0400
  ...Both my '81's have a yellowish discoloration bleeding through the headliner material on the side and back window areas above the side panels...
• pwr window regulator needed
  Historical mailing list - DAVID MOST
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 14:49:08 -0700
  ...The regulator on my '87 driver's side window snapped. Does anyone out there have one sitting around or attached to a vanagon that...
• window gasket
  Historical mailing list - Bob Berkemer
  Sat, 30 Oct 1999 17:29:14 -0500
  Anybody had experience replacing the chrome (plastic) insert that goes in the hatch window gasket? Mine has turned black from UV and needs to...
• Windows and rust
  Historical mailing list - St�phane Caron
  Wed, 22 Mar 2000 12:09:10 -0500
  ...There is some water who's entering by the bottom of the side window of my vanagon. There's also a little bit of...
• Window Trim (orderable???)
  Historical mailing list - PlayDoh
  Sun, 15 Jul 2001 00:03:38 -0400
  I removed the trim strip around the windows... and now fear my windows will fly out! lol. Anyhow, I'd like to replace that...
• Re: Whistling Wind Wings
  Historical mailing list - Oakland Westfalia
  Mon, 3 Feb 2003 17:59:01 -0800
  What can be done to replace a missing wing window latch tension pin other than making a trip to the junk yard and picking...
• Sliding window latch
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Fri, 20 May 2005 12:52:40 -0700
  Anybody out there have any idea how to get the latch off the sliding windows? It's too late to ask why---I already...
• Power window Motor
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Wed, 3 Aug 2011 15:38:15 -0400
  Anyone have a good used power window motor for sale? Robert Bloomingburg NY
• Re: window trim
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 6 Apr 2001 13:50:07 -0500
  Would removing this mess with the window slides ???????????????? Do what? ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ||-(())----(())-| Terry 85 GL
• Re: Removing reaer window
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Fri, 6 Oct 2000 15:22:34 -0500
  ...Thanks, Marshall Ruskin Winnipeg, Manitoba >If you see rust there- it will get worse. > >I removed had the window removed last spring, and it...
• Re: Emergency/temporary window rubber fix
  Historical mailing list - Arlene K Sondergaard
  Wed, 21 Nov 2012 09:08:26 -0800
  ...Any other ideas? The seals in question are: * Wing window ( http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_262_400/right_wing_window_weatherstrip...
• Re: replacing window glass seals
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 08:35:36 -0800
  ...Eastern Standard Time, > brettn777@GMAIL.COM writes: > > *about $200 per window for labor > *I am liable for replacing the windows if they get broken...
• Re: bus depot window gaskets
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Tue, 16 Oct 2007 19:16:50 -0400
  ...bus depot window gaskets i ordered bus depot's "window seal restoration kit: includes all window seals except front door window seals. Windshield, rear...
• Re: window installations
  Historical mailing list - dieselwesty
  Tue, 18 Sep 2001 11:59:47 -0400
  I need some tips on this too as I need to take my sliding window out on the sink side to stop it from...
• Re: Leaking vent windows
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Fri, 6 Mar 1998 20:20:59 +0000
  ...Had a simlar problem at the pivot point on our windows as well. I put a dab of clear silicone in the rubber well...
• Re: Westy Window Tinting
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Fri, 12 Apr 2002 22:06:30 +0000
  Rod Smith <rodwreck@SE-TEL.COM> said - Hi; I've had two quotes for window tinting from two different shops. Shop A says they...
• Re: Trouble with power window motors rusting?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:16:44 -0700
  The other important thing to check is your window seals. If they are bad rain water can drip down into the door cavity and...
• Upper Front Door Window Seal Showing Age
  Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
  Sat, 1 Sep 2018 22:57:35 -0700
  Greetings V'all, On a recent camping trip, I noticed the seal around the upper right passenger window was splitting, as shown here: <https...
• Re: sliding window 87 westy
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:56:33 -0800
  ...sliding window 87 westy > What is the deal on these windows. Some are half and half and others are > one third and two thirds...
• Re: power wind. won't go up
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Trotman
  Thu, 2 Oct 1997 16:37:09 -0400
  thanks for the info the unit came off a 91 carat so i assume its a later version the window will go up and...
• Re: window rattles
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:55:39 -0400
  I have had windows apart on two Vanagons, one of which I was first owner. Do not remember foam pads. John Lauterbach ----- Original Message...