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• Fw: '87 Headlight lenses needed...
  Historical mailing list - Roy O.
  Tue, 9 May 2000 12:46:21 -0500
  > I also need the right side lo-beam and high-beam lenses, as mine are > cracked. > > Any tips on where to find these would...
• Interesting Westy resource
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Thu, 11 May 2000 18:39:07 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Gas Fridge- Help
  Historical mailing list - Matt Utterback
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 13:53:20 -0400
  ...I am also not sure about the sight glass location to view the pilot light.????? Any other tips/ info? Thanks in advance for the...
• name/ part # for round headlight assembly?
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Ayotte
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 14:54:41 -0500
  ...can somebody point me in the direction of them, and any tips for the install would be very helpful... thank you.. jamie
• 85 Westie FS
  Historical mailing list - Richard Ferguson
  Sun, 2 Mar 2003 15:12:13 -0800
  ...http://www.tooldesignworks.com/fun/Richard/ __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• New Vanagon Adventurewagen List
  Historical mailing list - Veronica Fraga
  Sun, 6 Apr 2003 23:17:16 -0700
  ...groups.yahoo.com/group/adventurewagen It just started recently, so it could really use more photos, hints/tips, articles... whatever ya got! Hope to...
• Checking the list again for a needle
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:44:36 -0800
  ...myself for selling mine a few years back (Bob ~ you know you want to sell them back to me :-) � Thanks, Brian Tipsword Salem, Or
• Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:08:57 -0700
  On Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 2:09 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > infra temp gun is much faster and easier...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 17 Apr 2007 to 18 Apr 2007 - Special issue (#2007-401)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Wed, 18 Apr 2007 10:28:42 -0700
  ...Alaska trip tips > > I was wondering if anyone would care to offer some tips on >>> traveling >>> to Alaska by VW in the summer. Plan...
• Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 12:45:47 -0800
  ...one, but found a good dash removal procedure in > archives. > > Any tips mucho appreciated though. > > Here's the actual question. > > Any suggestions on preventitive...
• Coolant time sensitivehelp
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:34:34 -0500
  ...So any tips on this 84 stock system. Bent hose to which pipe? Strate hose to witch pipe. Looking at my 85 didn’t...
• Re: Notes on traveling, internet access and rv parks
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Tue, 30 Oct 2012 12:20:33 -0400
  ...Taxes & tips not included. Geo/ATL
• Re: Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:03:51 -0600
  "Do a 'walk around' the van and check things visually while filling up." I'd forgotten that I automatically/unconsciously do the "look-under...
• Re: 88 Westy, Best Offer
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:18:06 -0400
  ...php?id=757456 > > Coments are welcome. > > I would ask for troubleshooting tips but the snarling older men get pissy > sometimes, ha kidding. > > Have a...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Art Resnick
  Thu, 25 Apr 1996 17:42:35 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Any problems, tips, ideas would be appreciated. Art Volkswagonewbie Visit my musical web page at http://www.xmission.com/~gastown/RESMO/artresn.htm
• back from summer trip tips.
  Historical mailing list
  25 Aug 94 13:34
  Intersting and amusing. I just got a new motor and they suggested a 500 mile run in not exceeding 50 mph. I've heard...
• Goo Gone!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 28 May 1996 03:26:42 -0400 (EDT)
  I just wanted to say thanks for who those emailed to me for the restoring tips on Westfalia '66. I was working on my...
• Re: Darrell Boehler e-mail address down?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 19 Nov 1998 17:01:20 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Skylight Guy or Bus Depot??
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Thu, 13 Jul 2000 11:30:51 -0400
  ...I'd also be very grateful for tips and comments about how hard it is to change the skylight using the existing hardware --- a...
• Re: Alaskan camping list
  Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
  Fri, 15 Jun 2001 13:50:38 -0700
  There are some stories, including tips, about traveling to Alaska/Yukon at ftp://gerry.vanagon.com/pub/trip-reports/ Charles '85 Westy At 04...
• suspension lowering kit (Boge)
  Historical mailing list - Stefan Ufer
  Fri, 11 May 2001 08:40:13 -0400
  ...If anybody on the list has done this before using the Boge kit and/or could share hints/tips/experiences, I would greatly appreciate...
• Any tips for replacing front wiper fluid tubing?
  Historical mailing list - David Meade
  Fri, 7 Jun 2002 23:43:27 -0700
  Greetings, Well, I haven't pulled anything apart yet, but I've got a leak in the front wiper fluid tubing and need to...
• Turn Signals
  Historical mailing list - dgk1
  Tue, 14 Jan 2003 14:49:43 -0800
  I got such good tips regarding my starter problem I thought I'd try this one. '85 westy. Turn signals have never worked since...
• 88 GL: Changing coolant distributor- Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Sutton
  Tue, 15 Feb 2005 12:55:09 -0500
  Hi Folks, So I'm changing the cracked coolant distributor today, and am looking to find a way not to take an anti-freeze...
• Re: stripped oil drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
  Fri, 27 Jan 2006 17:27:22 -0500
  ...I wrenched it too tight recently I guess and have >seemingly stripped into a perfect circle. > >any tips on getting this sucker out so...
• Re: CV removal tips?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 20 May 2006 19:29:16 -0700
  At 5/14/2006 10:33 AM,Shawn Wright wrote: >Both my inboard CVs are now stuck like this, >and will wear out eventually...
• Re: Safety Tips (now for pumping gas!)
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 14 May 2008 23:58:15 +0000
  You probably can still do that in Oregon and New Jersey. The two states with 'No self-serve' gasoline laws. -------------- Original message ---------------------- From: Ian...
• CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - Ian Allan
  Sat, 12 Apr 2008 21:33:40 -0400
  ...Any tips for removal? Ian Allan 94 Eurovan Westfalia 86 Syncro 85 Westfalia 02 Jetta 1.8t 89 Audi 80Q 02 Duramax 2500
• anyone from Ontario coming to NY/PA/NJ anytime soon?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 28 Sep 2008 11:20:29 EDT
  ...to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)
• Re: Power steering update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 8 Apr 2019 13:16:18 -0400
  ...I have a update and tips are wanted. >> >> Last weekend we started up the van to bring it out of hibernation. It seemed quiet...
• Help: Howto replace westy propane regulator with busdepot aftermarket
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 09:30:47 -0700
  ...Any tips how to bend without kinking? 3. The new regulator doesnt have a splash cover. Did you orient it in a specific way...
• Re: [WetWesties] 2nd try - stuck back seat so cannot lift & convert to bed
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 7 Aug 2012 15:27:53 -0400
  ...wetwesties@yahoogroups.com >> >> >> Looking for tips on how to unjam the release for the backseat of westie. >> When I pull the knob, the left...
• Re: hands greasy, installing trans. -- please help!!...
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 10 Mar 2003 19:19:29 -0800
  ...it's so > close... > > thanks, jeff > > > > --------------------------------- > Do you Yahoo!? > Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, and more __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms...
• A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 7 Sep 2010 18:25:45 -0700
  I'm presently carrying a Wal-Mart quality tool kit with 78 tools in it, 75 of which appear to be snap-on tips...
• Send your Black Friday Vanagon tips here
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 18 Nov 2023 14:56:38 -0500
  Hi folks, Send along your Black Friday Vanagon or camping item finds. I noticed Vanagain and Van Cafe have things going on or will...
• Re: Travel Tips-TX to Brooklyn NY and back via East Coast-NVC
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 11 Jun 2010 17:09:03 -0400
  At 04:47 PM 6/11/2010, Michael Sullivan wrote: >way or the world's biggest stump, whatever, to check out. Thanks in >advance...
• Inspection BLUES
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 02 Jul 1997 20:19:26 -0400
  ...Any tips would be useful. Any trips on the East coast?
• Changing pop-top seals??
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 13 Jul 2001 08:50:02 -0400
  ...Can those who have done this offer me any tips, tricks, caveats and advice. I'll collate all the advice --- add my own experience...
• Cooling hose diagrams?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 13 Nov 2001 07:18:52 -0800
  ...Does anyone recall where this is? Also, any tips on how to locate the EKTA CD? I'm thinking this might be useful for...
• '85 Westy paint Color
  Historical mailing list - Tracey
  Tue, 2 Jul 2002 12:17:14 -0400
  ...Any tips out there?
• Fuel Lines
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 18:21:48 -0800
  ...Like tools needed, length of fuel line, what fuel line not to use, tips, and pitfalls, etc. Happy Holidays TIA Jere 90 GL/Carat...
• Re: Timing Done - Idles Rough (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 19:26:22 -0800
  --- "Warren.K.Lail-1" <wlail@OU.EDU> wrote: > Hi all, and thanks to everyone who offered timing > tips. I began a pmail with Ryan...
• lower foglight grille
  Historical mailing list - James Ballen
  Sat, 3 Jul 2004 13:44:33 -0700
  ...Cheers, james _________________________________________________________________ Get tips for maintaining your PC, notebook accessories and reviews in Technology 101. http://special.msn.com/tech/technology101.armx
• Using the list archive
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Sun, 18 Jan 2004 20:28:23 -0500
  ...hotmail.com '91 Westy _________________________________________________________________ Rethink your business approach for the new year with the helpful tips here. http://special.msn.com/bcentral/prep04.armx
• Where to start?
  Historical mailing list - Mindy Pruitt
  Wed, 24 May 2006 20:55:34 -0400
  ...Any tips or pointers would help a lot! Thanks! Mindy
• Blue wire to aux battery dead
  Historical mailing list - Gregor Brandt
  Sun, 6 May 2007 20:24:42 -0600
  ...Can anybody give me some tips on this? Thanks Gregor
• seafoam
  Historical mailing list - bob bob
  Wed, 28 Mar 2007 11:11:12 -0700
  ...into the vacuum/intake system? thanks don --------------------------------- Need Mail bonding? Go to the Yahoo! Mail Q&A for great tips from Yahoo! Answers users.
• Removing axle question
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Sun, 18 Jan 2009 14:34:14 -0800
  ...Thanks for any tips! Gary
• Re: Fuel filter upgrade kit tips wanted
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 5 Sep 2015 13:29:33 -0400
  ...maybe even pictures that show the install, but I need a verbal description. > > Tips are appreciated. > > I’m feeling pretty good about my skills...
• Re: Water tank pump replacement tips wanted
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 11:37:15 -0700
  ...Any special tips concerning the seal the wire goes through on the tank? tips greatly appreciated as this weekend is my window of opportunity...
• Re: TIPS
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 26 Apr 2007 02:47:00 -0700
  ...TIPS > > > > I am a Syncronaut from South Africa looking for some tips, I have a > > Syncro that has no power steering is it possible...
• Rear axle replacement advice
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Sun, 25 May 2014 21:57:15 -0600
  ...Details, tips, secret handshakes?Thanks,Geneva and Mike(Prescott, AZ)
• Radiator replacement
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Wed, 2 Jun 2010 07:53:23 -0400
  ...Is there anything anyone would recommend beforehand or have any tips? I have aftermarket A/C so I'm assuming that will complicated it...
• steel coolant pipes 82 diesel westy
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:07:21 -0600
  ...Any tips on this? Also, this is being done with the engine and tranny out. Is it even possible to remove and replace these...
• Re: Broken Speedo
  Historical mailing list - Fernando Fernandez (cis)
  Thu, 2 Mar 1995 22:30:32 -0500 (EST)
  ...I'm waiting to bust all together, until then I'll listen in for tips on how to fix it! Fernando
• Shifter Knog
  Historical mailing list - Jack Bateman
  Fri, 21 Jun 1996 20:16:51 +0000
  ...Is it screwed, glued or press-fit onto the shifter? Any tips would be gratefully appreciated.... Thanks, Jack Bateman Oshawa, Ontario Canada
• Re: installing seat rail plastic tracks
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 31 Jul 2001 10:17:49 -0400
  At 07:20 PM 7/30/2001, Ed DeBolt wrote: >my question now is how the heck do I install them?? any tips? As...
• replacing accelerator cable on 82 diesel
  Historical mailing list - stephen de la salle
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 00:12:42 +0100
  ...65MPH :) It looks like a long run there under the van - Any tips on changing the accelerator cable on an 82 Diesel van? Steve
• Re: repairing crevice corrosion at panel joints - 87 westy
  Historical mailing list - Tracey Estevez
  Wed, 12 Mar 2003 22:24:44 -0500
  Mike, There is a nice thread somewhere in the archives that will give you tips on how to go about repairing those seams. Also...
• Re: Archieve
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 25 Sep 2003 18:46:07 EDT
  ...How can get access to the achieve? Since I'm new on this list I would get hints and tips without to ask a...