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• Re: DIESEL VANAGON QUESTIONS
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 1 Apr 1995 06:53:08 -0800
  ...I was specifically interested in his modification of converting the thing to turbo, for, otherwise, air-conditioning would not be possible on the regular...
• Diesel conversions by HA-Projekt
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Sat, 21 Feb 1998 20:47:05 +0100
  ...00 TDI engines 81 kW/110 PS >DM 4900.00 Gearbox modifications call Catalog, new one in March DM 6.00 -usual disclaimers, prices...
• Stereo source, FYI
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Mon, 8 Apr 2002 12:58:56 -0600
  ...it goes in the stock holes, or requires minor or major modifications. They also send wiring harnesses/stereo mounts/etc. as needed for your...
• Re: Dash Removed - Now What?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:02:39 -0700
  ...motor. > Before I sew it back up, any suggestions for useful modifications or > improvements while I'm up to my elbows in wires, ducts...
• Dometic Fan Upgrade- Addendum
  Historical mailing list - John P. Stoneback
  Tue, 16 Nov 1999 14:16:44 -0500
  Last April Bill Davidson posted his modifications to the Dometic fan. In Bill's normal, indomitable fashion he shared with us his research and...
• Re: Clam shell question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 9 Jan 2014 17:21:51 -0500
  ...My size decision is between > 205/75/15 or 215/75/15 depending on the ability to still fit in clamshell > without modification or...
• Re: Tranny rebuild/82 air-cooled
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 23 Jul 2014 16:22:08 -0700
  ...inches > further forward than the 83 and later trans ..so some modification to > engine mounting, or whatever. > > start considering that , upgrade to 83 and...
• "99" Programmable Wiper Relay Into an '81?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:37:18 -0700
  ...Can I swap in the "99" programmable relay into '81 w/o any modifications? Thanks! Neil (who is slowly upgrading/repairing the little electrical...
• Re: Transporter (Vanagon) Driving Position
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Thu, 29 May 1997 19:49:01 -0700
  ...anyone met this problem and can anyone offer any hints on modifications >to help. (I thought of looking for a taller wife but that...
• Parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sun, 29 Oct 2000 07:47:17 EST
  ...This engine has the famed connecting rod breather hole modification on the top of the block! AC compressor, '87 $30 Gary Gary McEachern, Reading...
• Re: Why has the list been so quiet lately?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 18:25:29 -0800
  Karl Mullendore wrote: > > Well....there's also the 1.9 TD engine, which (with minor modification) can > produce as much HP and torque as...
• Tail light oil cooler specifics?
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Tue, 23 Jul 2002 00:25:53 -0400
  ...it seems this will be a very tight fit requiring considerable modification of the tail light compartment in addition to trimming out the floor...
• Re: 2.6 SA engine kit
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 11:02:50 -0500
  The 5E engine requires the following decklid modification: http://volksweb.relitech.com/helmut/DECKLID.HTM Thanks, Chris ---- Original message ---- Date: Thu, 27 Feb 2003...
• Re: Oversize Spare tire fitment in clamshell holder question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 23 Sep 2016 10:39:52 -0400
  ...I’m using the Van Cafe holder but would prefer my original clamshell with a reasonable modification. Eric Caron 85 GL Auto On Sep...
• Re: Slider Extension-Really large tires and related expenses!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 8 Mar 2013 08:46:35 -0800
  ...For off road many travels modifications make the transition from being stuck in the mud or sand to being broken down. Dennis
• Re: Dometic failure on propane, one time
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:47:24 -0600
  ...t have a clear recollection but am sure I saw this modification on someone's Dometic door at one of the Vanagon campouts, probably...
• Re: Wheel alternatives...
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 13 Sep 2009 19:01:40 -0600
  ...engineers designed it, and dismiss any concerns >> about safety of the modification with faith that it will "be ok." >> >> Why do you guys want...
• Porsche 6 in late bus
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 10 Jan 1995 16:52:10 -0600 (CST)
  ...Such a modification, however, is no longer needed if one uses a 3.2 liter or later Porsche 6. It now occurs to me...
• Need Storage Room
  Historical mailing list - Ed Goodrow
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 16:58:59 EDT
  ...Any one ever see any kits to complete this modification? Ed
• Re: Storing Rear table-Westy Another Idea!
  Historical mailing list - Erick Faith Jimenez
  Wed, 24 Apr 2002 08:39:56 -0600
  ...slide into the 3 sided box from the rear----easy solution---no brain damage--- I kinda liked ths idea---with minor modification--- Later, Terry
• Gasket failure, proton accellerator (was Tires, Inertia)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 10:11:22 -0700
  ...That, combined with modifications to the head for improved spherical convection, keeps my self-exciting alpha-omega magnetic dynamo humming along quite nicely, though...
• Wall Street Journal article about Japanese car camping
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Wed, 7 Apr 2004 19:32:32 -0400
  ...They have listservs that list all the best parking lots to camp in, where to find bathrooms and showers, all sorts of modifications they...
• Re: Subject: Friday topic: what is your favorite low (or no) dollar modification?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 12 Aug 2005 15:11:22 -0700
  I also sewed up some no-see'em for the front doors. I use elastic around the inside the keep the outside bottom taught...
• Re: 84 gas tank to 87
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Wed, 28 May 2008 21:51:46 -0400
  ...and if there is any other modifications that would need to be made > for this tank to work. > thanks > Patrick > 1987 wolfsburg 2wd 4speed...
• Re: Mods
  Historical mailing list - Pete O
  Tue, 1 Apr 2014 14:56:10 -0400
  ...com> wrote: > > > > Hi Listees , > I have been doing a lot of modifications to my '89 over the winter. Here > is my lame blog showing...
• Re: 120A or 150A Alternator Source?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 29 Oct 2007 07:44:07 -0500
  ...alternator - or one that will work with a little >bit of modification? > >David Marshall > >http://www.hasenwerk.ca >http://www.fastforward.ca > >Box >4153...
• Re: Suspension Modifications - 86 thru 91
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
  Mon, 1 Dec 1997 10:38:26 -0800
  > Does anyone know if the factory modified/changed the front or rear > suspension on Westy's from 86 thru 91 (2WD)? I'm trying...
• stumbling update
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Mar 1999 23:58:03 EST
  ...I decided I would pursue the AFM modification so I purchased a 50v(no 25v available) 22MFD tatalium? capacitor and soldered it onto pins...
• Re: 120 MPh, 99 Eurovan, Winnebago
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 1 Jul 1999 00:42:05 EDT
  ...a stock Chinook Motorhome, with only slight > modifications, set a new land speed record (sanctioned by the Southern > California Racing Association). The Chinook RV...
• Re: 88 double cab and 86 syncro westy for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Nov 1999 09:34:24 EST
  ...specs and lists those modifications which will have to be made(speedometer, brake light...) tyler -philadelphia 88 doublecab syncro (bought in quebec)
• Re: Instaling an auxiliary battery
  Historical mailing list - Mark Sheflo
  Mon, 19 Nov 2001 00:04:59 -0800
  ...Had a choice of slight modifications to make, either notch the steel baseplate of the seat in two spots (to lay the battery on...
• FS: brush guard/bull bars for fiberglass bumpered vans..any interest?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 18 Jan 2002 12:20:13 EST
  ...ive come up with a design that requires no modification to the fiberglas bumper, or chin spoiler. and its a very nice looking design...
• Re: Low Mileage Syncro Westy for $6,000?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Thu, 14 Jul 2005 14:52:36 -0700
  ...As Kim Brennan predicted >they are indicating that my modifications lower the value of my >syncro. As a favor to all list members I...
• Re: Microwave in the cabinet under the sink
  Historical mailing list - S.Harrison
  Thu, 25 Aug 2005 12:02:49 -0700
  ...Microwave in the cabinet under the sink Just searching eBay and I came across this interesting modification. Its a microwave oven underneith the westy...
• Re: Westy closet mods?
  Historical mailing list - BA
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 18:22:44 -0800
  ...B&S '87 Westy 'Esmerelda Blanc' SoCal >Holy Moly, I thought you'd all seen my > _Westy Rear Closet Modification_ >(http://members.aol.com...
• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 29 May 2011 19:40:44 -0700
  ...wrote: > Engine upgrade? Floor mats? New refrigerator? Tie-died curtains? > > What modification, upgrade, change of decor, or "other," has given you > the most pleasure...
• Westy Sink faucet mods
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Thu, 20 May 1999 08:32:47 -0700
  ...I'm wondering if anyone has come up with some good modifications. Here are the things that are bugging me: 1. The stream of...
• Re: Is there any way... Voltage Drop!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 9 Sep 2001 09:02:43 -0400
  ...Voltage Drop!!! Headlight relay modification, my web site. Be there or be some where else. Good Luck and Drive Safely Ken Lewis 86 Crewcab...
• Re: Comments on Splittie (hp)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 13 Sep 2002 22:54:41 +1200
  ...It had a slip-in 1916 kit, but no other engine modifications. No injection either. Why were US engines so down on power? >Looking...
• Re: The Ideal vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 17 Oct 2003 22:22:03 +1300
  ...Cheaper, more reliable, more power. >7.) 16" wheels and wheelwells that take them without modification Wheelarches fit 17" with no modifications >8.) Optional bench...
• Re: HOWTO: Audiovox cruise control install experience
  Historical mailing list - Wendell Hovey
  Tue, 15 Jun 1999 08:07:45 -0600
  ...So I made the following wiring > modifications. > > a) I connected the power to the unit from the control, and > connected directly to the fused...
• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - turbowesty
  Sun, 29 May 2011 14:34:28 -0400
  ...wrote: > Engine upgrade? Floor mats? New refrigerator? Tie-died curtains? > > What modification, upgrade, change of decor, or "other," has given you > the most pleasure...
• Re: Leaking head gasket-diesel/TD conversion
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Wed, 4 Dec 1996 10:48:18 -0800 (PST)
  ...Did your use of the Quantum manifolds allow you to retain the standard diesel left motor mount without modification? Jetta TD manifolds and turbo...
• Re: Long Block Advice
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Sun, 02 Feb 1997 20:48:48 -0600
  ...Now to track down the needed parts... > > Erik > 87' Syncro Camper Will a GTI engine mate up to the Vanagon bellhousing w/o modification...
• Transporter (Vanagon) Driving Position
  Historical mailing list - Jack Newton
  Thu, 29 May 1997 17:11:12 +1000
  ...Has anyone met this problem and can anyone offer any hints on modifications to help. (I thought of looking for a taller wife but...
• Re: converting watercooled vanagon to aircooled
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Tue, 27 Apr 1999 21:23:54 -0700
  ...converting watercooled vanagon to aircooled Hello, If I where to come accross an eighties air-cooled vanagon motor, what modifications would have to be...
• Re: Coleman 12 volt/120 volt cooler for vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 2 Feb 2001 09:58:50 -0500
  ...It would be a cheap fix or modification Not so sure about that. For a start, the thermoelectric coolers work about as well as...
• Re: Electronic Rust Protection?
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Fri, 10 Aug 2001 10:39:44 -0700
  I have these on my van, and they fit with no modification whatsoever. Hector 1990 Carat > Actually, they are zinc rods inserted into a...
• Re: Headlights
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Fri, 17 Oct 2008 09:30:34 -0400
  ...Perform the relay modification. http://neksiwel.20m.com/custom.html Second: Check the battery voltage with the engine running and ALL the electrical consumers...
• Re: kappa tweeters in the dash? - speaker grille modification
  Historical mailing list - Gary Schreiber
  Tue, 24 Feb 2004 19:26:28 -0500
  ...The drivers side map pocket needed abit of modification along the bottom edge. I've never had the door panel off so I don...
• Re: Aftermarket Fog Lights?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 10 Oct 2006 11:18:03 -0500
  ...lamp that is easily replaceable here in the USA and Canada. Modifications involving acquisition of parts from foreign countries becomes problematical. . Homegrown is best...
• Re: Need a shower? Got tools?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 8 Apr 2015 21:58:28 -0700
  ...of info about the tool box, front skid plate, spare tire modification that we made. There are some photos here too. > http://slowcarfasthouse.com...
• Re: David Beierl's recent List-endectomy
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sat, 13 Oct 2012 06:59:29 -0700
  ...I heard staples are really hip among the body modification crowd. Wear them with pride! BenT sent from my electronic leash On Oct 13...
• Re: Front Heater shutoff options
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Stone
  Wed, 23 May 2012 20:21:42 -0700
  ...http://bluehighwayvanagon.blogspot.com/2012/03/few-useful-vanagon-modifications.html It's on a diesel - I think the hose routing may be a...
• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rasmussen
  Sun, 29 May 2011 09:35:40 -0700
  On Sat, May 28, 2011 at 05:10:28PM -0700, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: > What modification, upgrade, change of decor, or "other," has given...
• Re: I Want a Westy Tent !
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Fri, 20 Jan 1995 16:22:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...How much modification to the body is necessary to put one on? Ever seen the full blown circus tent version? They're wild! Thom...
• Re: 5 Cylinder conversion
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 15 Jul 2003 19:03:19 EDT
  ...IIRC, Detlev used Winkler pieces but did his own intake manifold modifications to improve engine lid clearances. His company is also the US distributor...
• Re: A/C tune-up time
  Historical mailing list - Jaime Forero
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 13:09:15 -0600
  ...Has anyone done a modification to 134A?? Does the whole system have to be changed, i.e. hoses, compressor evap, etc?? I am tired...
• Catalytic Heaters (again)
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 17:56:36 -0400
  I doubt you could use a Coleman heater without modifications, because they are designed to take propane at tank pressure. The catalytic RV heaters...
• Re: Swapping a tach for the clock?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 08:05:15 -0700
  ...This is about my 10th van, so I am being fairly careful >as I do my modifications. But one thing has kinda bugged me...