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• Re: Headlight Wiring and Relays
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 22 Mar 2004 17:12:57 -0700
  ...I put the Hellas onto the stock wires near the stock headlights and am wondering if that is just too much for the relays...
• Re: Wot's a Z-bed was Re: Seat/Bed Swap
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Mon, 6 Jul 2009 10:05:58 -0700
  ...The term Z-Bed has since come to be used for stock Westy sofabeds as well.� While the Z-Bed is no longer made...
• Re: speakers for front doors
  Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
  Thu, 22 Jan 2004 15:11:18 -0500
  the stock speakers handle about 10-15 watts max most radio CD players, etc. today crank out far more than this rather basic, not...
• Re: HOWTO: Installing aftermarket power door locks in an '85 vanagon westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
  Tue, 26 Apr 2005 09:49:01 -0700
  The stock route for the wires is up the pillar, over the passenger door, then down to behind the glove box. That is the...
• Re: I Love My New Cruise Control (Long)
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Fri, 9 Jun 2006 13:43:15 -0700
  ;) On a non-stock Diesel Vanagon (5-speed 1.9) , like we've got, cruise control is practical. On our stock diesel Westy (4...
• Re: Won't stay running below 2,500 RPM - Need Throttle Body Idle Screw
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Theobald
  Thu, 19 Apr 2018 14:20:24 -0700
  FYI, GoWesty also has throttle bodies in stock. And, they have a new design milled from billet aluminum (currently out of stock) for around...
• Re: Stock "squeeze" hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Tue, 4 Jan 2011 12:15:11 -0600
  ...Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Subject: Re: Stock "squeeze" hose clamps At 03:35 AM 1/4/2011, Tom Hargrave...
• Re: Westie luggage area
  Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
  Thu, 18 May 2000 11:18:25 -0700
  ...The area over the engine compartment lid is covered by the stock Vanagon carpet and on top of that is 6�" of storage space...
• westy owners, wanna carry an extra spare tire, but lack the space?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 30 Oct 2000 10:45:04 EST
  ...and yes, its a STOCK VW part. the rim is stock full size also, not a "donut". its designed to carry the weight of...
• Re: alloy rim tire size?
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Thu, 13 Mar 2003 17:52:04 -0800
  I just installed 185/70 r14 on my alloys (stock VW 6"wide). Works great with the right tires. Much improved handling. Don't...
• Re: dash mounted rear view mirror?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 15 Jul 2003 10:19:50 -0400
  ...I have this problem with the stock mirror on my Honda Civic. It's a common complaint in cars with low roofs. BTW, how...
• After Market Cruise?
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Mon, 10 Oct 2005 17:39:34 EDT
  Hi All, Does anyone have any experience, installing Cruise Control into a non-cruise Van? What is the best way, Vacuum (stock) or electrical...
• Re: Reasonable MPG?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Wed, 2 Aug 2006 09:04:53 -0700
  ...Vanagon? > The '68 is standard trans with stock motor and the '86 is also a stock > motor, but with an automatic trans and A...
• Adding Recaro seats from a MKII Sirocco
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 17:32:40 +0000
  ...I understand that these can replace the stock Vanagon seats. Has anyone done this before? It looks like you can bolt the seat to...
• Re: Cruising Speed
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Sun, 27 Jun 2010 20:41:36 -0700
  My Tristar likes 75mph in 5th gear, 2.1 stock.
• Re: Towing Vanagon by Tow Dolly
  Historical mailing list - Tim Timothy
  Sat, 30 Jun 2001 05:42:21 EDT
  Stock or Conversion propelled Dolly? [text/html]
• Re: Tirerack.com Top Ten List
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sat, 31 Mar 2001 14:45:11 -0600
  ...Low Stock > > Speed Rating:R > > Load Rating:C > > Type:Standard Touring > > > > 2) Yokohama Y356 > > Price:$50 > > Availability: In Stock > > Speed Rating:R > > Load Rating...
• RE: 911 engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
  Wed, 23 Nov 1994 14:55:57 EST
  Surprisingly, the stock Vgon engine is not horizontal front to rear. On my first installation I put the Porsche engine in at almost the...
• Re: More Power to the Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Tue, 28 Apr 1998 17:52:18 -0400
  ...I think that the stock >design is the >best I have seen, so far(I will have a custom exhaust made when I rebuild...
• Re: removing stock lighter socket
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:54:29 -0400
  At 06:46 PM 7/27/2009, George Thorburn wrote: >Does anyone have a quick "how to" for removing the stock dash >mounted lighter...
• Re: Shocks for '71 bus
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Nov 1995 14:20:06 -0800
  ...I don't care >about stock, I just want to save my front end. Any ideas/ >reccomendations? > >I originally bought the KYB gas shocks...
• Thanks Bus Depot
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Fri, 2 Jun 2000 10:54:05 -0700
  ...Called 5 different dealerships in the Seattle area, none had a hose in stock. Gave the Bus Depot a call yesterday, and they have...
• Re: clock losing time
  Historical mailing list - John Klun
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 09:41:59 -0700
  Hey Listees! My stock analog clock doesn't work at all; well, I should say, it only works when it's warm in the...
• Supplying power to the stock radio...
  Historical mailing list - Fitz-Randolph, Douglas
  Mon, 12 Aug 2002 09:10:39 -0400
  Does anyone know if there is a way to have the stock "Heidelberg" radio come on and off with the ignition without activating the...
• Re: 3 pronged spark plugs?
  Historical mailing list - Karin Baker & Raymond Paquette
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 09:11:56 -0400
  Rob I've tried various kinds of fancy spark plugs (three tip, Splitfire....) and have concluded that stock works the best. As in the...
• Re: Manual Trans complete axle?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:03:16 -0400
  Is that different then these two links? I think it says out of stock on both of these but my screen reader could be...
• Re: Another call for dead ECUs
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 16 Jan 2004 09:52:39 -0600
  ...i don't really >care, but i want to rip the stock (and dead) PCB out >of it, and use it to house the...
• Re: How big alloys
  Historical mailing list - Lee Roesner
  Sun, 16 Apr 2000 22:09:52 -0500
  ...I also put 225/55 on them which most closely matched my stock alloy/tire diameter. I have to tell you the I was...
• Re: Tire size(s) that fits into clam shell
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:01:44 -0700
  If you want to keep a stock 14" spare, then go with the factory recommendation. Factory also says 195R14 is acceptable, and that's...
• LED Panel Switches for Dometic Exhaust Fan
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
  Wed, 11 Sep 2019 10:39:28 -0400
  Hey everyone! I've got my stock dometic fridge out after less than ideal performance this summer. I have decided to install an exhaust...
• Cooler thermostat question? when needed?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Wed, 20 Sep 2000 17:07:26 EDT
  Under what conditions would one want/need a cooler than stock thermostat or a fan switch for the radiator. Are these for desert conditions...
• Re: Stock westy kitchen light improvement
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:06:31 -0600
  ...out the festoon bulbs.it’s really quite impressive. > > Blog post > > https://shufti.blog/2022/07/18/vanagon-stock-westy-kitchen-light-improvement/ > > > > Alistair
• Re: Pedal Pressure & Brake Lights
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 14:50:16 -0400
  ...I don't understand about "two-contact switches." I'm referring to stock wiring as on 97.16 tracks 75-6. >Heh. Stealth brake...
• performance engine question
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 May 1995 22:29:00 -0400
  I am about to send my stock 1600 case to the shop. I was thinking of getting a performance rebuild kit It will be...
• Re: cooling lines and hoses
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Mon, 20 Sep 1999 18:37:23 +0200
  ...For the record, Vanagon use 30 mm on stock alloys, and 38 mm on stock steel wheels. PerL 87 Syncro 112i
• Muffler comments
  Historical mailing list - Harry Patrick
  Wed, 21 Jun 2000 13:58:25 -0400
  ...This puts exh tip in stock location. Cut superfulous bkt from end (cosmetic only) of new muffler, cut input flange from old and weld...
• Re: New German 2.1l Heads!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 13 Mar 2001 10:42:10 -0500
  ...New German 2.1l Heads!!!! Ken, a question...my understanding is that many think the AMC heads to be superior to stock because they...
• Propex furnaces, new models in stock
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 14:01:09 -0800
  ...I currently have four of the EX1800 (6000 btu) and two of the larger HS2800 (9000 btu) models in stock. $545 and $695 (Paypal...
• Re: $33,000 westy
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 13 Apr 2006 13:01:25 -0400
  ...Where'd the other $8k come into it? It still has stock (and original) engine. Does the AC work? What about the rear heater...
• Re: Seeking Input - Big Disc Brakes & stock rear brakes
  Historical mailing list - rpc
  Mon, 5 Mar 2007 07:48:19 -0800
  ...Vanagons on the road > now with 15" front disc brakes and stock rear brakes. I don't > remember > any discussion of this creating any...
• Re: (no subject)
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:27:14 -0800
  ...Pics anywhere? I made one with 4x 3V LEDs to fit in the stock reflector unit, but it's using the stock (now pink...
• Re: New tires
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:55:17 -0400
  ...The stock tire with alloy > wheels was 20570R14 XL. The latter is "reinforced," the former is a truck > tire. Pressure specification is lower for...
• : Re: vanagon lowering springs
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 10 Aug 2001 15:35:52 EDT
  ...These springs drop the vanagon to the same height as the stock 87 to 92 ride height. These are about same stiffness as the...
• Re: Fastenal
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Thu, 19 May 2005 07:13:35 -0700
  ...Stuff is EXPENSIVE and they never > have what I want in stock. Have to order > by phone then wait a couple of days for...
• Re: Poptop lift assist
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 6 May 2012 23:29:57 -0700
  ...Those stock springs are very skookum and "carry" a lot of the weight. The stock assist system is actually quite ingenious. As top is...
• Re: New Engine Needed
  Historical mailing list - joseph Trussell
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 09:51:43 -0600
  ...injection system > 3) Stock tach and gauges work > 4) Stock AC, Power steering bolt on. > 5) More reliable than a stock 2.1 WBX...
• Re: Digest Number 2372
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Mon, 20 Jun 2005 17:58:11 -0700
  ...Couple with a slight overdrive 0.77 4th and the stock 4.86 R&P and you have a nicely workable system. Changing both...
• Re: Alternative mufflers in place of OEM etc..
  Historical mailing list - Michael Blackburn
  Fri, 5 Jul 2002 11:16:36 -0600
  ...The Dodge can is a little > shorter than the stock VW can, so an extra long tailpipe was welded on to > make the tailpipe...
• Re: Material Source for Custom Table Leg
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Mon, 21 May 2018 07:52:08 -0400
  ...Did that to improve the fit of the stock set up. So my female parts are a tad closer fit than stock. > > Won’t...
• fs stock fm/tape deck from 1991
  Historical mailing list - Robyn Rudisill
  Fri, 16 Apr 1999 12:11:30 -0500
  ...I just thought that someone out there might want a stock "Heidelberg" stereo for their 1991 Camper GL Syncro? I have one, freshly removed...
• Engine Conversion looking for solutions to exhaust problems......
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 21:22:34 EST
  ...To keep the parts from melting add CERAMIC COATINGS! On my stock vanagon exhaust I can now reach down and remove the temp II...
• Re: List of vanagon engine conversions that fit below the stock engine
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:59:47 -0800
  ...Straight bolt-in with the stock diesel parts and can use an Audi 80 exhaust manifold / downpipe for a resonance-free exhaust. This is...
• Re: [Syncro] All About 16" Wheels --CV-900s Have Arrived
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Mar 2002 13:56:22 EST
  I have stock VW pads with stock rotors, calipers, etc. on both my '91 Vanagon Carat and 90 Vanagon GL. I also have alloy...
• Re: Need crossover pipe for aircooled vanagon exhaust.
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Mon, 22 Jul 2002 15:03:39 -0400
  I don't know if the BD exhaust would be any louder than stock, it is a stock exhause on a 72-74. You...
• Re: Largest Tire in Spare Tire Carrier
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 26 Feb 2004 14:38:51 -0700
  ...No change to the original/stock application in case it would ever need to be returned to stock. "4. Cut the front latch assembly...
• Re: [T2] Rebuilt Half Axles/ Autozone $99
  Historical mailing list - Bill Keating
  Sat, 10 Feb 2001 09:30:53 -0600
  Before I replaced my CV's, I tried to order 2 of the half shafts from AutoZone and found they were out of stock...
• Re: Exciting things happening at Van-Again!
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 15 Sep 2005 00:34:23 -0400
  ...I agree that stock matters when you are talking about vintage muscle cars but it doesn't apply to VW vans. REMOVING my $900...
• Re: More on TR 16x7 steelies
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:17:04 -0800
  ...When I first swapped thm over I was using the stock VW nuts. Please get intouch with Loggy on the Samba or source your...
• Re: replacement for stock ground cable on 85 westy
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Wed, 24 Jun 2015 16:10:47 -0500
  ...replacement for stock ground cable on 85 westy > > need a source for a replacement battery ground cable for a 85 westy. > It is EXTREMELY...
• Re: alignment
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 2 Sep 2009 17:28:27 -0400
  ...A Westy is at least half loaded, and that's what I tried to align my van to when it had the stock suspension...