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vent window seal
Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
Thu, 4 Mar 2004 14:57:18 -0800
My drivers side vent window (the triangular one) in 87 Westfalia is leaky and noisy. I've tried "adjusting" it while the window is...
Re: small sliding windows...for doka, etc.. Ken lewis???
Historical mailing list
Sat, 24 Dec 2005 12:47:04 EST
...Can > someone send me the dimensions of a small window off of their splitty. > > http://www.kombination.com.br/noticia.php?area=agenda&idnot...
Re: Interior Colors Query
Historical mailing list - Ellen
Thu, 3 Jan 2008 22:36:48 -0800
...the same time the power door locks did.> > Dahn> 85 Vanagon GL Westy _________________________________________________________________ Get the power of Windows + Web with the new Windows Live...
Re: Emergency/temporary window rubber fix
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:54:04 -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: window winder thingio
Historical mailing list - Gary Clayton
Fri, 7 Jul 1995 10:03:04 -0400 (EDT)
...vertical piece between the main window and the triangular vent window can be moved to get the window-roller mechanism out. -gary '76 Camper
Re: Can I convert my power windows to manual?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 21 Apr 2007 00:31:59 -0400
...Can I convert my power windows to manual? >Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2007 12:29:34 -0700 > >I've never had a problem with...
Re: Window Tint Asthetics
Historical mailing list - John Connolly, Aircooled.Net
Mon, 13 Nov 2006 10:28:34 -0700
...Do NOT go real dark on the rear window, it makes backing up at night dangerous (BTDT). The side windows are not a problem...
the horror that is the vent window seal whistle
Historical mailing list - luke sponsler
Mon, 9 Dec 2002 19:38:15 -0800
...middle of the vent window (and how do you remove that)?  Do you need to remove the whole window frame?</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp...
Pinched my windows...
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 16 May 2016 12:14:24 -0700
I noticed a lot of wind noise from my driver's side window. When I pushed out on it, the noise diminished, so I...
a couple of minor mods
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Fri, 21 Jun 2013 17:19:39 -0700
I replaced the sliding window felt seal, the horizontal one. Can't do the vertical one with window in van (or has someone managed...
Re: Power window Motor
Historical mailing list - Bob Wing
Thu, 4 Aug 2011 22:42:14 -0400
...If your bottom window scrapers are old and brittle, water gets to the top of the motor and rusts the shaft in the bearing...
window trim
Historical mailing list - Gary
Sat, 4 Jul 1998 13:35:48 -0700
Is the chrome-plastic, outside window trim in the rubber gasket around the windows on a Vanagon functional, or only for looks? Mine has...
Re: Window clunks backward
Historical mailing list - John Scheckel
Thu, 8 Jun 2000 21:51:44 -0700
there is a neoprene pad that is adhered to the rear window track. when the glue or the pad dry out the pad falls...
Re; Window Crank Extenders
Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
Thu, 7 Dec 2000 11:12:37 -0600
Go to Ace is the Place, with window crank in hand. Find yourself, some small washers, to stick inside the window crank, where the...
side window security
Historical mailing list - Andy Highland
Wed, 27 Sep 2006 10:10:26 -0700
It seems someone forced open my middle driver's side window last night, opened the driver door and entered the van. I thought I...
Re: Tinted Windows - Backing up in the Dark?
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:22:37 -0500
neil N wrote: > Anyone with tinted windows find that adding a higher power backup > light provides enough light to see through the tint? My...
Re: Sliding window idea
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Thu, 19 Mar 2015 09:37:12 -0700
...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: Looking for a decent pair of used manual window regulators
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Wed, 8 Jan 2014 18:04:26 -0800
...Looking for a decent >pair of used manual window regulators I have a customer looking to >convert from power windows to manual.� Does anyone...
Re: Window tint removal
Historical mailing list - John Nelson
Tue, 24 Aug 1999 10:15:37 EDT
> Does anyone know what kind of headache it would be to clear the TINT off my > windows and re-tint them so they can...
Re: Three window canvas size?
Historical mailing list - Doug Fayne
Sun, 24 Jul 2011 11:46:56 -0700
In looking at pics on the net, IIRC the sizes of the side windows vary somewhat, depending upon manufacturer. That said the larger for...
Re: Power window problems
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Fri, 13 Jan 2006 23:51:25 -0500
...How do I > get to the window mechanics. I'd love to convert the > power windows to wind-up, is that feasible? This is...
Re: Removable door window vents from EuroCampers.com
Historical mailing list - Milt Schullian
Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:06:16 -0400
Looks like the reflective insulation from EuroCampers would be for campers who want insulation of the window at night and reflective qualities during the...
Re: HELP: REQ 1990 Vanagon Carat - Window Regulator
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
Wed, 21 May 2003 12:25:55 -0400
We sell the power window regulators for $140. This is the stock VW one that does not include the motor. Or we have the...
T2 rear window install, anyone?
Historical mailing list - thewestyman
Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:03:03 -0700
Hi to all the masters of this Great List, I am trying to install a T2 left rear window and it’s a b...
Replacing just the sliding glass of a 70/30 Westy driver's side sliding window (was Re: What kind of sliding window is not a vanagon window but looks a whole heck of a lot like one?)
Historical mailing list - Mike South
Thu, 1 Jan 2015 10:55:52 -0600
In the other thread I discussed accidentally getting the wrong window entirely for my 85 westy. All I actually need to replace is the...
Re: 87 Westfalia: Rear closet removal?
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Mon, 2 Jun 2014 17:05:04 -0400
I had windows tinted last month without closet or window removal. I had to shop around for the right 3M tint biz, though. Chris...
Re: Triangle vent window question
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 10 Jun 2014 08:57:40 -0700
A trick to tighten the window traditionally known as a "wind wing" by old timers: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p...
Windows are not the same long
Historical mailing list - Zolly
Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:32:38 -0700
...Just found out that the sliding door window is not the same long as the driver side sliding middle window. There is at least...
Re: Saving window cranks
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 25 Jun 1999 14:12:31 -0700
Here is the "rebuild" I am considering--check out the power window kits: http://autoloc.com/ Steve Frisbee wrote: > > My window cranks also failed...
Sliding rear windows
Historical mailing list
Fri, 14 Apr 2000 12:22:26 +1200
...Sliding rear windows! Yeah! And this is not for the '99 SA Microbus, but on the regular '80s Vanagon that you and I have...
window installations
Historical mailing list - Robert Young
Tue, 18 Sep 2001 09:30:31 -0400
HELP!!! I need to know how to install a sliding side window and the big hatch window. I have new glass, the old ones...
Re: Window Tint Removal
Historical mailing list - Rob Infante
Thu, 14 Jul 2005 09:42:24 EDT
...I just did it with my windows, no big deal. Get yourself a bottle of windex, spray liberally, scrape carefully. The toughest part was...
Stupid project thoughts...
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Thu, 12 Jul 2007 18:26:40 -0400
So, here's a thought for an oddball project. Power windows....power SLIDING windows...
looking for power window motor
Historical mailing list - john
Sat, 19 May 2007 08:56:17 -0400
Need a passenger side power window motor, anyone have 1 for sale?
Re: Crummy Window Cranks!
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 4 Apr 2011 19:48:57 -0500
> My power window experience has only been with my one 1985 Jeep > Wagoneer LTD. This was one of those plush, wide track models with...
Fly screen (window screen) for 50/50 divides sliding window on the LEFT side, behind the driver
Historical mailing list - Benjamin Vogt
Sat, 8 Apr 2006 18:36:53 +0200
...Does anyone of you have a used window screen for the 50/50 sliding LEFT window for me? I attach you a picture where...
Re: Removed windows...
Historical mailing list - Silvia Carranza
Sat, 27 Sep 2014 21:27:53 -0400
Marc, I may have to go through the same process with my '86 Vanagon; hopefully taking the windows out will be just as easy...
<No subject>
Historical mailing list
7/14/95 9:51 AM
I have fixed my window that would not stay fixed. As you may recall, in the last chapter of this particular frustration, Matthew told...
Leaking slider windows
Historical mailing list - Toomey Douglas
Sat, 18 Mar 2017 11:43:42 -0700
The 2 side, slider windows on my 87 vanagon were recently removed for body work. Reinstalled with new seals. Both windows leak, so retried...
Bassackwards Bay Window
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Wed, 6 Jan 2010 16:28:01 -0700
Uhoh! The up coming Sundance Film Festival here in Utah is screening a new film about a volk driving a bay window bus across...
can anyone beat $180 for a pass side window regulator?
Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
Wed, 21 Jun 2000 20:22:42 +1300
>the passenger side power window regulator gave it up. i have an 89 syncro >westy. > >the best price i've found so far is...
Re: Sliding Window Removal
Historical mailing list - Ben T
Sun, 14 Oct 2001 04:28:54 EDT
...Couldn't find it in the archives. >> Chad, A well placed kick around the frame of the window will make them pop-out. No...
Re: window material?
Historical mailing list - Dennis
Sat, 14 May 2005 13:26:00 -0400
...Tint that is sandwiched in the glass (like factory tinted windows) will always look good...as it doesn't get beat up on the...
Re: Power window conversion
Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
Wed, 5 Dec 2001 22:22:46 +1200
>Does anyone know where I can get some information on how to convert my >front door windows to a power operation? Can anyone on...
Re: Requesting - Tips & Tricks for Rear Side Window R&R
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Sun, 7 Nov 2010 09:22:41 -0800
...Cut all the way around the window and then pull the rubber away from the glass. At that point, you can pull the glass...
WINDOW SWITCH FRUSTRATIONS
Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
Thu, 6 Apr 2006 19:36:40 -0700
Good day Volks! I�ve been having a devil of a time with my power window switches in my �89 Syncro GL. The fella...
window rattles... again
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Tue, 5 Sep 2000 20:23:15 -0700
...I've noticed that when my windows are between all the way up and all the way down they rattle around in their channels...
Re: Rear hatch window seal replacement ?
Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
Thu, 1 Mar 2001 16:09:23 -0600
...Rear hatch window seal replacement ? > Anyone ever replaced their rear hatch window seal??? > Any advice for the 1st timer??? > SeanG > 80 Westy > 95 EVC...
Re: Putting windows back in
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Mon, 1 Oct 2007 07:17:29 -0700
...get something that feels strong and soak it AND the window rubber with plenty of lubricant. I use Wurth Rubber Care, http://www.amazon...
Re: 89 + Rear window vents transplanted in an 85 Westy
Historical mailing list - Doug F
Tue, 24 Jan 2006 12:19:10 -0800
...By using the standard GL middle sliders you get about a 5 inch opening window. I think the westy still has that much window...
Re: Westy sliding windows.
Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
Tue, 19 Jun 2018 18:54:42 -0700
...Westy sliding windows. > > I have heard rumors of rebuild/seal kits for the sliding windows on westys? > Any truth to that? Thanks, I'm...
Re: window screens
Historical mailing list - John Fried
Mon, 23 Jul 2001 09:29:40 -0400
Wanting screens for the front door windows of our '85 Westy, I went to our local Lowes last week and purchased a roll of...
Re: Vent window lock '82 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - azsun99
Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:55:06 -0700
...Vent window lock '82 Vanagon > Hello All, > > I have a used vent window lock that I bought. It is all one piece, looks > like...
Re: Screens
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Wed, 10 May 2006 12:48:08 -0700
Despite having read all of the info on removing the Westy sliding window screens, it wasn't easy, what with pushing in and down...
Re: T2 rear window install, anyone?
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 22 Apr 2015 18:56:48 -0500
...And the window has that >> rectangular vent window with it too, just to make it more “fun”. >> Anyone? >> Zoltan >> >
Re: Regards Window Tint
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:24:04 -0700
...Regards Window Tint The response regarding the window tint kit for our Vanagons has been good so far. Shortly - next week - I'll put...
Rear Sliding Window
Historical mailing list
Wed, 23 Apr 1997 12:48:38 +0300
...That was because of the rear sliding window. But hey, the middle and rear windows of the SA Vanagons are a bit larger than...
Kick Out & Air Vents on Rear Windows
Historical mailing list - Oxroad
Tue, 31 Mar 1998 19:01:58 EST
In a message dated 98-03-31 09:02:30 EST, you write: > The black plastic air vents on the rear-most windows of...
Re: [SyncroDoubleCabs] any interest in Doka/Sinka back sliding window? (rear window, not side windows)
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Wed, 22 Nov 2006 14:04:31 -0500
...On Nov 22, 2006, at 11:33 AM, JORDANVW@AOL.COM wrote: > is there any interest in getting a custom made rear sliding window...
Re: Window tint on sliders.
Historical mailing list - Gerry Lepage
Mon, 2 Jun 2008 17:03:55 -0400
If you want to leave the window installed on the bus and remove the sliding glass the info is already in this e-mail...