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• Re: Soeedo repair
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Jan 2022 13:47:09 +0000
  ...Soeedo repair Take a look at the hub on left front wheel.  The wheel end of the speedometer fits into a bracket there.  John...
• Friday Philosophy: On the nature of Repair
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
  Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:00:43 -0600
  ...It seems to me this repair-minded philosophy is the core around which communities like the Vanagon list are built. Some folks do this...
• Re: Major oil leak after head gasket repair
  Historical mailing list - James Ruch
  Tue, 11 Apr 2000 14:33:43 PDT
  ...Major oil leak after head gasket repair >Date: Tue, 11 Apr 2000 13:46:57 -0600 > >>X-Sender: jsilver@mail.aros.net >>X-Mailer...
• Re: Rust Repair Rear Window.
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Fri, 26 May 2000 13:20:52 -0500
  ...I just did said repair, and it turned out beautifully - cannot tell it was done at all, plus, it was fun! Yes, you can...
• Re: Shifter Base repair kit (85 tin top)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
  Mon, 27 Oct 2014 12:35:45 -0400
  ...Shifter Base repair kit (85 tin top) > ​Hello List, > > I need to buy the hemisphere for the shifter base bushing, mine is toast. > I...
• Re: Water level sensor in camper tank
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 6 Aug 2010 20:08:01 -0700
  I found a repair... http://www.brick-yard.co.uk/forum/westy-water-tank-level-sensor- repair_topic42742.html hey, it is a reed...
• Re: Further advice on AC repair needed
  Historical mailing list - Keith A. Hughes
  Fri, 1 Aug 2003 16:04:58 -0700
  Hi Mike, > My 85 Westy is in the shop for AC repair. > Questions: > 1) Is it true about there not being replacement hoses to...
• Re: Recommended Repair Shops Near Anchorage, AK
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Fri, 28 May 2004 07:16:30 -0700
  ...Arctic Import Repair W Intl Airport Rd Anchorage, Alaska 907.277.3399.512 Owner: Bruce I also have a couple of other shops I...
• '90 engine problem
  Historical mailing list - grant l lindberg
  Sun, 18 Dec 2011 09:00:33 -0800
  ...Also, any recommendations for engine repair shops in the SF bay area? Thanks!
• Re: Radiator
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 18 Jan 2002 19:15:57 +1200
  ...Can this radiator be repaired by an ordinary >radiator repair workshop? Or, do I have to buy a new one? Any decent radiator shop...
• Stove Repair
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Heil
  Sat, 1 Jan 2005 01:51:57 -0800
  ...Haven't been able to find any references for disassembly/repair of stove for my 87 Westy. Basically, one burner works fine, the other...
• Clutch Pedal Repair - Archives
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 26 Jun 2007 22:25:07 -0600
  From a post by TJ Hannik a couple years ago, it looks like the dash has to be removed in order to repair that...
• Re: Work Estimate -- Oil Leak Repairs
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:30:19 -0400
  ...I have an oil leak that I would like to have > repaired. What should I expect to be the level of effort and cost...
• poptop crack in my westy - need advice
  Historical mailing list - Sean O'Neil
  Tue, 20 Jul 1999 12:44:39 -0300
  ...So, how would fellow poptoppers go about repairing such a crack and once repaired is there anyway to cosmetically repair the beige flocking on...
• Re: window tinting and rear defroster
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Tue, 9 Aug 2005 17:33:57 -0400
  ...I know it's not the answer you were trying to get, but I finally did that after a repair place ruined my rear...
• Re: vanagon seam rust repair
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 25 Dec 2008 16:37:28 -0800
  ...vanagon seam rust repair > read and save.. > > http://www.vanagonauts.com/Idiot-s-guide-to-seam-rust-repair180.htm > > > > > > > > > ************** > One site keeps you connected...
• Broken poptop spring
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Wed, 12 Aug 2015 15:32:35 -0700
  ...It seems that it IS possible to repair the broken spring or cable, but the part that is needed is NLA. I actually don...
• FW: Tailpipe repair
  Historical mailing list - AJordans
  Tue, 22 Jun 2004 19:19:26 -0400
  ...Tailpipe repair Driving like this long distance will melt the plastic bumper end. It will also melt/burn off the under coating in the...
• Re: NVC Re: Stevens Creek Volkswagen in Santa Clara
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:45:30 -0800
  And from the repair shops viewpoint, on 'repair insurance' or whatever you want to call it. It's not a fun deal. The insurance...
• Gene's Repair Address
  Historical mailing list - Dale Hartman
  Mon, 5 Jun 2000 21:00:10 -0500
  I was sent an e-mail wondering where Gene's Repair is located, sorry for not getting back sooner but it seems the e...
• Re: Pop-Top Screen Repair
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 9 Mar 2016 17:44:24 -0600
  ...Pop-Top Screen Repair > > I sewed in a new screen with a hand needle and dental floss. Still great > after 7 years. > > Jim > > > On...
• Re: More Woe is me !!
  Historical mailing list - Firstname Lastname
  Thu, 22 Jul 2004 15:13:31 EDT
  ...If you approach an automobile body repairman who is ***also*** a decent human being, he might show you some kindness and do a presentable...
• Throttle cable repair-any ideas before replacement?
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Fri, 9 Mar 2007 20:17:51 EST
  ...I should probably go ahead and replace the cable but thought about possibly repairing the cable with a roll pin type piece with some...
• fiberglass repair
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:19:02 -0700
  ...https://share.icloud.com/photos/046b7gg9l85saFtGiSNYxP_Uw Any suggestions on how to go about repairing this? It's not structural, just cosmetic and will...
• Re: Vanagon repair shop
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Thu, 30 May 2013 20:11:27 -0700
  ...yahoo.com> wrote: > Hi folks > I'm looking for a vanagon repair shop in the north Orange County California > I have an 84 westy...
• Repair kits for 78 Exh. between jpipe & heaterbox?
  Historical mailing list - CAP'N HOOK, THE SOFTWARE PIRATE
  Wed, 22 May 1996 11:20:26 PST
  ...Is there a repair kit for this? the rest of the heater box is pretty well as new. Thanks, Courtney
• indiana/ohio repair shops
  Historical mailing list - Lee Roesner
  Mon, 1 Jul 2002 14:58:09 -0500
  ...Does anyone have any contact info for any Volkswagen repair shops in that direction? Nothing like being prepared as I will be taking it...
• Re: Bentley Repair Manual on CD?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Tue, 14 Oct 2003 16:40:04 -0700
  ...Bentley Repair Manual on CD? > > Anyone know where to acquire the Bentley 80-91 Manual on > > CD? > > > Try Amazon, they have the book for...
• Re: NVC: Epoxy for bumper molding repair
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 27 Dec 2003 23:32:09 -0500
  ...Epoxy for bumper molding repair In a message dated 12/27/03 7:39:52 PM Eastern Standard Time, Noelslv@AOL.COM writes: > I...
• Re: Propane leak
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 27 Apr 2004 11:21:27 -0500
  ...and repair a propane leak? > > I'm a little concerned about refilling the tank and hoping that I could > find and repair the leak...
• power steering leak '91 VW Vanagon GL Campmobile, 2.1 waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:31:18 -0600
  ...How difficult a repair is this to do myself? Where do the other ends of those hoses connect -- how hard to get to without...
• Re: Weird things happen ......
  Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
  Tue, 28 Nov 2000 11:30:34 -0500
  FORD = Fix Or Repair Daily
• Re: Boring steel wheels
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Sat, 9 Jul 2016 16:29:51 -0400
  ...A rim repair shop can do this quickly, accurately and safely. Many rim repair facilities have mobile repair trucks that service tire stores, dealerships...
• Oh Dear, Oh Deer... Mel Came Through With the Dough for the Doe
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Mon, 24 Nov 2008 02:11:46 -0500
  ...I received a check from Mel the insurance adjuster for $4326 as compensation for the repairs due on my 89 Westy. The e-mailed...
• Re: Checked your spare tire recently? Spare Tire Size
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 26 Feb 2012 16:48:22 -0800
  ...Sunday, February 26, 2012, 11:15 AM RE:� Spare Tires In addition to the spare tire/wheel how many carry a tire repair in...
• Interesting item on eBay web site item#78100948: VANAGON REPAIR MANUAL 1980-1989 & CAMPER
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 09:45:08 -0800
  ...VANAGON REPAIR MANUAL 1980-1989 & CAMPER Seller: tessore@aol.com Starts: 03/14/99 10:12:12 PST Ends: 03/21/99 10:12...
• Re: Damaged fiberglass rear bumper... can it be repaired?
  Historical mailing list - Groff, Montgomery
  Mon, 8 May 2000 08:05:42 -0600
  I had mine repaired by Denver Bumper for $200. This included repairing both endcaps as well. The bumper was totaled in IMHO. It was...
• Re: vinyl repair
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Wed, 6 Sep 2000 00:23:06 -0400
  There are 'vinyl repair' kits available through JC Whipme and others. I recall that the last time I bought one was from the local...
• Re: Midnight Repairs
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 24 Dec 2020 21:40:13 -0800
  ...separate thing.” > Bob Hoover - The Grendel Saga > > https://bobhooversblog.blogspot.com/2006/11/midnight-repairs.html > > Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Joyous Solstice > > Jim Arnott
• Re: '90 electric windows
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 14 Oct 2015 16:26:51 -0700
  hi Neil, I took out the whole power window assembly recently for repair..if you take them out, consider open up the motor to...
• Re: VW repair shop?
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Mon, 13 Jan 2014 23:39:17 -0800
  ...He has a 1999 mk4 GTI 2.0 which might need a head gasket repair. I would like to find a honest, affordable and...
• Westfalia Stove Schematic or Repair?
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Sun, 27 Dec 2009 17:13:35 -0800
  ...Troubleshooting ideas? Schematics and repair parts availablity? Thanks folks. Trying to make do on one burner while snow camping isn't going over very...
• Re: GoWesty coolant repair kit vs SS pipes
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Mon, 18 May 2009 17:38:54 -0600
  ...I then installed the GoWesty repair kit and that was the end of that story. So far, so good. Best, Warren in Santa Fe...
• Wanted: Source for canvas for repairs
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 17 Jul 1996 09:50:54 -0700
  ...So, who knows a source for material for patch repairs? The damned bugs have figured out how to get in through the holes! James...
• The Digital Clock
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 24 Jun 1997 16:23:56 -0700
  ...I'll soon have to remove the dash to repair the heater fan, so if there is any thing else I can repair while...
• Machining Cylinder Heads a Viable Solutuion to Wasserboxer Problem?
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Tue, 5 Jan 1999 00:36:34 -0600
  ...Is it possible to repair the Wasserboxer head problem by machining flat the head surface? I am wondering if this is the type of...
• Re: AFM: repair or replace?
  Historical mailing list - Debi
  Sat, 1 May 1999 15:50:07 -0700
  ...Sent: Saturday, May 01, 1999 3:38 PM Subject: Re: AFM: repair or replace? | I sell the 2.1l AFMs new for $90 plus...
• BlueDevil head gasket repair?
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sat, 14 Jul 2007 11:36:07 -0700
  ...s much more expensive than the Bar's Leak Head Gasket repair, which is around $10 I think. I know folks have had some...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Sun, 27 Jan 2008 20:28:50 -0800
  ...if repairing in the home garage ... read your home owners policy to see if burning the house down while doing own repairs is covered...
• Power Widow Motor
  Historical mailing list - Brian Sherburne
  Thu, 1 Mar 2001 09:45:25 -0600
  ...He had trouble, so he sent it to a repair shop to have them do the install. A couple of weeks went by and...
• Re: '86 Valve job question - details
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Tue, 10 Aug 1999 12:49:15 -0500
  ...Dad took it to the repair shop because the engine was making >a "ticking noise". The noise is louder when the engine starts and...
• Re: J.B. Weld Head Repair
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 10:52:17 -0800
  ...with no leaks; (2) How soon are they likely to fail; (3) Will a preemptive repair using JB weld and new gaskets last as...
• Re: '88 Westy Transmission Repair $2500?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Henry
  Sat, 28 May 2005 12:59:43 -0400
  ...Re: '88 Westy Transmission Repair $2500? > > On 5/27/05, Chris Paquette <cxp36@yahoo.com> wrote: > > The automatic transmission in my '88 Westy has...
• Re: Broken poptop spring
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 12 Aug 2015 15:41:57 -0700
  I didn't look at the thread you point to but I did this repair. Yes indeed, IMO, you need functioning springs even if...
• Re: best repair manual?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 9 Aug 1999 15:20:30 -0400
  ...best repair manual? I am a new member of this list, I have an 86 Vanagon that I bought 1 month ago. I am...
• Re: Another pop top hinge repair
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:19:57 -0400
  ...I "repaired" mine by welding up the sawn >> through crossbar and grinding it smooth. Inelegant, temporary and simple, >> just like me. >> >> I've found...
• Re: Repair Arm Rest Stop?
  Historical mailing list - Ed Duntz
  Fri, 18 Mar 2011 10:05:53 -0400
  ...It just continues to rotate down past the seat bottom. > > Can anyone tell me whether it's possible to repair the stop? I've...
• Re: Ovaled Radius Arm Hole Repair
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:53:31 -0700
  On Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 6:12 PM, Tim <h2oboxer@optonline.net> wrote: > i'm looking at needing the same repair. > > How did...
• Re: Bus Repairs-Wash. State.
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Rathke
  Mon, 3 Oct 1994 14:36:32 -0700
  Can anyone recommend a good place to get repairs done on a '76 camper in the Washington State vicinity? I don't know the...
• Repairing the felt pad...
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 13 Oct 2021 12:27:36 -0700
  I want to share my idea on repairing the felt pad on the cargo space... - a stapler - Reflectix bubble sheet. I don't want...