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• Looking for info on Thule setups for late model vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
  Fri, 17 Jun 2011 09:44:45 -0400
  ...Is anyone using the Thule base racks (I'm assuming it's a rain gutter setup) that can provide me with a model number...
• 1980-1990 VW VANAGON parts, All years, all models,...
  Historical mailing list
  11 Jun 1996 09:19:49 GMT
  --------------- 1980-1990 VW VANAGON parts, All years, all models, taking apart three vans. --------------- ---------------------------------------------------------- This classified was posted at the request of the author by...
• Dash lights
  Historical mailing list - Colin Moran
  Fri, 13 Nov 1998 13:59:57 -0600
  ...All I did was paint the bulbs red using model paint. The kind you use to build model cars and planes. The color red...
• FS: Syncro Westy and Adventurewagen 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 15:33:48 -0400
  ...Both are 1986 models, standard trans, run and drive great, full camper models. The Syncro needs some rust repair and paint, the Adventurewagen looks...
• Re: 1988 Camper Manual Download
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 12:09:38 -0700
  ...Refrigerator model must have changed between > those years. > My understanding is that the 'fridge ignition system was different in 90/91 model years. I...
• Re: Looking for 8 passenger options
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 21 Apr 2005 13:30:26 EDT
  ...since the GL model > > has separate sections for each passenger so no cutting is needed there. > only on the models w/ weekender sofabed. at...
• Re: Question about '85s
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 8 Feb 2016 23:53:05 -0500
  ...Is that true that all ‘85 campers has to have ‘tachometer’? Zoltan i have seen the "non-GL" (aka "westy weekender") base model campers...
• Re: Fuel gauge sending unit resistance
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sat, 29 Jul 2006 14:27:30 -0700
  ...My van, a no-options '90 base model, came with the "No tach for you! clock instead!" cluster, just like the early models. -- John...
• Re: FS: '93 LT 28 Diesel Westfalia on samba in Oregon
  Historical mailing list - mike .
  Wed, 16 May 2007 12:35:45 -0700
  Cool but what about the syncro model? mike On 5/16/07 11:30 AM, "JordanVw@AOL.COM" <JordanVw@AOL.COM> wrote: > eric didier...
• Looking for junk diesel expansion tank
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:51:19 -0400
  I need a bad diesel Vanagon expansion tank (82) as a model to make a new one. Please pmail if you have one that...
• subscribe
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Aug 1997 21:25:42 -0400
  digest mode
• Re: Swapping '86 front end onto '82
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 11 Feb 2005 18:56:08 -0800
  Solid cast steel front lower control arms were phased into production during the 1985 model year for 2wd Vanagons and during the 1989 model...
• Re: Any VW employees on the list?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 4 Oct 2008 08:52:48 -0500
  ...Also, you can't get the sunroof with the basic model in Canada. However, you can get the TDI with the basic model in...
• Re: Vanagon trivia
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 9 Aug 2008 21:11:51 -0400
  South African models had slightly larger window openings. And raised engine decks to accomodate the inline 5 cylinder engines. On Aug 9, 2008, at...
• Re: Vanagon.com VIN info error
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Thu, 10 May 2001 07:29:14 -0400
  ...WV2ZZZ252EH063269 Model Year 1984 Model Type VW Transporter, Vanagon Model Style VW MPV made in Europe Body Type European Car Engine Type European Car...
• Re: need new engine for air-cooled van (overheated one)
  Historical mailing list - chris
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 10:39:31 -0700
  A missing thermostat only means the motor is in 'always cool' mode, as that is the default position for the flaps to go into...
• Re: Are they still making the bus/Vanagon anywhere these days?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 8 Apr 2007 13:07:06 -0700
  ...Just how difficult would it really be to make an export model in Brazil that meets the North American legalities? VW has to already...
• Question about late model/early model radiators, fans and fan shrouds
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:15:10 -0500
  ...made now (I saw the ackit.com thread a few days ago) should I consider chucking them both for an newer model? Thanks, Jim
• Re: Need model # on my Dometic refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Mon, 18 Jun 2007 21:05:22 -0700
  ...exactly what model my Dometic is? > > Or alternatively, what current product model would replace it? > > > > The best I can read the model # is RM...
• 84 wet rear carpet (leaking rear heater): vw tech bulletin
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 04 Apr 94 22:18:09 CDT
  ...from Service Bulletins, Model Year 1985 (available from Dyment Publications) ......................................................................... VW Technical Information Group 19, Number 87-03 Date: December 21, 1987 Model(s...
• Re: Two questions about doors and rear hatch glass
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 1 Jun 2011 13:00:28 -0700
  ...is a late model (86, say) door a bolt on fit to a 1983 frame? > > Second: is a late model rear hatch window a...
• 1989 Vanagon A/C controls?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Jan 1996 15:30:04 -0500
  Hi all, This question is specific to the 1989 model year of Vanagons. I've seen 1988 Vanagons (Non campers) with A/C controls...
• 1995 VW/Winnebago Rialta and VW Van Models FS on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 08:40:57 -0500
  ...In addition, I have several Vanagon and Eurovan HO scale (1:87) models listed. To view: http://cgi3.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll...
• TV/VCR-AC/DC Question
  Historical mailing list - Ralph P. Geho
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 13:25:05 -0500
  ...We are thinking of buying a combo TV/VCR for the Westy and are undecided as to purchasing an ac/dc model or an...
• Purolator Website for Gas Filters
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 15:45:38 -0400
  ...You can search by make, year model. A search for 1985 Vanagon revealed two different gas filters, one is the plastic one and one...
• Re: Which years/models had centre seat attachments?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Nov 2003 12:46:40 EST
  ...Does anyone know which years/models > had the attachments in the floor for the removeable > middle seat? > > Thanks, > > ALL vanagons have threaded holes in...
• new list rule - those of you on digest mode - please change the subj. line!!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:18:33 EDT
  id like to propose a new list rule..all listmembers who are in digest mode - if your responding to a thread and posting it...
• Re: Best for the Westy
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 13 May 2006 11:31:16 -0700
  ...As for sources and model numbers, if you order from one of the online vendors you are then sure that you are getting the...
• Who needed the tan late model front captains seats with adjustable armrests?
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Tue, 29 May 2007 05:30:27 -0700
  I remember someone recently posting they needed tan late model captains seats with adjustable armrests. I found a nice set of them but can...
• Re: Differences in models for 1990
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:47:49 -0700
  Wasn't the non-GL model called the L model? I bought a new '91 L in Hawaii when I was stationed there.� It...
• Re: New info (was) Something draining the battery ...
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:24:42 -0700
  There is NO FUSE for the clock in 82 models. NO FUSE for the radio either. The clock got a fuse starting in 86...
• Re: Vanagon List Moderator-let's get things underway!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:10:33 -0500
  ...Lets begin from the beginning, so to speak and see if we >can proceed in an orderly manner to democratically elect a >moderator with...
• Re: censorship
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 19 Jun 2001 13:39:27 -0700
  ...Private parties can censor anything > they want to, including on this list. \ Besides, Tom > is a great moderator and his edicts deserve respect > even...
• Re: Castrol GTX @ Walmart
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:29:41 -0500
  ...Write down the brand name, the model name, the model number, and the specs. Take that information to the web site for the company...
• Fwd: Clarification on non-GL Campers
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 14 Feb 1997 23:07:19 -0500 (EST)
  ...I know the Wolfsburg Version of this model was offered from '84-'86. ("WWW") Eric Obrien has a '87 std Non- Wolfsburg - Non-GL...
• Re: Generic Vanagon ?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 18 Apr 95 09:44:59 CDT
  ...the lowered suspension became standard on the GL models in 1988. prior to that, it was "available" on the Wolfsburg Limited Edition models, along...
• Nice Splitty Model
  Historical mailing list - Marcus Grant
  Thu, 19 Jan 1995 10:11:39 +0000 (WET)
  A flyer came with this months Volksworld for a 1/24 die cast scale model of a 62 Deluxe Micro Bus. The model looks...
• Re: Clarification on non-GL Campers
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 15 Feb 1997 09:49:56 -0400 (AST)
  There are 3 'models' at play here.. 1) Weekender option, fold down rear seat, tilt back on centre seats, maybe curtains. nothing else for...
• Request for opinions
  Historical mailing list - Ian Cameron
  Thu, 11 Sep 1997 15:35:39 -0700
  ...The 91 - 92 models have more power and fewer problems. The 93 and later Eurovans, according to someone in the business, have lots of...
• Re: '80 non-L two tone sighting
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Fri, 27 Feb 1998 13:44:32 EST
  ...from '80-'82 there was just the "L" , the standard (non-L) models, and then the kombi (bare bonez, no headliner in back, solid...
• Moderator Oops Re: oil
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 22 May 2010 16:31:27 -0400
  ...That was definitely a moderator post even though he didn't say so. Yours, d
• '86 syncro-seatbelt/door warning buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 2 Nov 2009 10:43:14 -0800
  hi, canadian model, 7 passenger syncro... at first i thought previous owner had disconnected circuit, but seems never to have had the seat belt...
• Walkthrough Splitz
  Historical mailing list
  26 Aug 94 14:22
  ...It's a walkthrough model ie. split bulkhead. We have been told that they only made the walktrough model Split for about 6 months...
• Re: Digest Mode
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Mon, 1 Sep 1997 18:07:33 -0700
  ...The command to set digest mode for yourself is: set vanagon digest You don't need and shouldn't include your email address. Coyote...
• '86 AFM in '84
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Thu, 7 Jun 2001 21:32:51 -0400
  ...Is it typical for remanufacturers to remanufacture a later model AFM into one for '83-'85? I have been using this AFM for almost...
• Re: VW Parts Availability in the Future?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Sun, 3 Feb 2002 11:35:29 -0500
  Quite a few of the parts for the early california model buses have been discontinued, specifically exhaust parts.. greg. Tom Naylor II wrote: > Happy...
• WTB: heater switch
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 26 Dec 2004 22:40:39 -0600
  ...I'd like to have a switch from as late a model as will fit it for the life left in the later models...
• (no subject)
  Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
  Fri, 14 Jan 2005 00:07:23 EST
  digest mode
• Re: 80 Vangon Mystery Part
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 18:32:14 -0700
  cal = California model. made in 80-83 air-cooled models of the Vanagon. I'm sure Chris will correct me if I'm wrong...
• Re: Advice about buying a bug
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:11:52 -0700
  ...Whether you agree or not, this moderator interprets that as a political message. Knowing the poster, it would seem to be the comment was...
• Re: Front wheel bearing differences
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 21 Oct 2010 04:10:14 -0700
  The front outer spindle/bearing change was made very early in 1984 model year vans. Since the new model year production begins in August...
• RE: Philly Area VW Stuff?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Jun 1995 08:50:23 -0400
  ...There is a hobbyist model shop near Kevin's house; they may know of VW model sources. Dave "still haven't met anyone from...
• Re: European VW Delivery, Eurovan TDI
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Thu, 2 Jul 1998 09:37:05 -0700
  ...Sorry, The EV campers are Eurobagos here too (since 1996 model year). There is a bit more selection of models north of the border...
• Re: Vanagon models, power
  Historical mailing list - Roger&Zoe Ann Banker
  Tue, 16 Mar 1999 23:14:30 EST
  In a message dated 3/16/99 7:48:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, jrdorn@BELLSOUTH.NET writes: > Is one model year, and or...
• Toyota Diesel into VW-Bus Swap
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Oct 1999 09:13:43 +0300
  ...The original owners of this kombi used an Izuzu Gemina 4BF1 model - and the result is an overheater very week motor, especially in my...
• any years / models we should avoid
  Historical mailing list - Clay Newton
  Mon, 7 Jul 2003 18:46:14 -0700
  ...Of course, prior to buying it, I did not realize that the �72 was a an evolutionary leap-frog model. This is the type...
• Re: what is digest mode like?
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Sat, 28 Jun 1997 11:42:02 -0700
  At 04:31 PM 6/27/97 -0500, Ed Stevens wrote: >good question and I have no idea what the digest mode looks like...
• Vanagon Plastic Model question
  Historical mailing list - Tom Boldway
  Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:18:10 -0800
  ...Vanagon Camper (3 variants - a blue box monogram and two revells - one red, one modern) Magnum PI vanagon VW BUS UN VW BUS ELF...
• Re: Franklin Mint Microbus
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Apr 1995 14:12:35 -0700
  Don Kane writes: >I just have to settle for my >little Schabak Vanagon model that sits on my monitor, and is even the same...
• Re: vanagon crew cabs?
  Historical mailing list - SyncroHead
  Thu, 14 May 1998 09:36:54 EDT
  ...Many countries got these models. Canada is just the closest to the USA. Also, Canadian models are very close to USA specs, making them...