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Re: Syncro coolant dist. Tower, was Re: WBX Plastic Coolant Pipe Inspection
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Tue, 20 May 2014 17:26:47 -0700
...Had a new spare with me to install and now carry a stainless version as a spare until such time as I get around...
Re: oil cooler
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Tue, 1 Apr 2014 10:01:05 -0400
...I'm using a Mocal sandwich plate with braided stainless lines and aircraft type connections. The cooler is shielded as to have max benefit...
Re: Stainless Exhaust
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Wed, 15 Oct 1997 11:01:36 -0700
At 05:32 AM 10/15/97 -0400, Frank Condelli wrote: >Eric, and all others interested in the Stainless Exhaust. It's being made...
Re: tailpipe rusted already
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sat, 2 Aug 2003 06:31:49 EDT
...A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm">STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler</A>, {http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm}, with integral...
Re: Satisfaction Plus, & Installation Ease Of Stainless Coolant Pipes.
Historical mailing list - Ron Mueller
Sun, 12 Mar 2006 00:28:09 -0600
...The connection where the two pipes went together is silicone hose, and I used new to me double stainless silicone hose clamps at each...
Re: Replacing the plastic cooling pipes on a bostig setup
Historical mailing list - Andrew Philbrick
Mon, 24 Jun 2013 15:33:05 -0500
...Your big hold up is do you want to drop the gas tank or not? The stainless steel should fit either way assuming your...
1.9 stainsless steel muffler bracket
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:50:26 EST
...Go to my _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://frankcondelli.com/exhaust.htm) webpage to see photos and pricing. Hope this helps those who...
Re: Are Vanagons more fire oriented than any other old car?
Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
Thu, 14 Jan 1999 18:59:58 -0800
...I remember my first new car, 78 Audi Fox (aka VW Dasher with a trunk!) It has CIS injection and have stainless braided lines...
Re: broken gas pedal
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 12 May 2009 07:11:03 EDT
...Use stainless steel machine screws with large outside diameter flat washers to repair. You MAY need to repair the floor pan also as most...
Re: Free stuff
Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:58:56 -0700
PLEASE! Matt > On Feb 17, 2021, at 6:06 PM, Michael Magnani <mfmagnani@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > > I have a pair of unused braided stainless...
Re: Swage Bit + Bolt for Pop Top Cable. Strong enough?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Tue, 3 Aug 2010 21:57:14 -0700
...Would bending this stainless part ~ 45* weaken the metal to much to be useable in this application?
re:info received
Historical mailing list
26 Feb 1997 06:07:58 EDT
...I will pursue the stainless steel idea from Stebro and get back to you should anything develop. Thanks again Jean
flip down cover over burners in Westy
Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
Mon, 16 Oct 2000 13:28:24 -0600
Have any of the listees with Canadian spec Westys converted the stainless steel heat deflector doo-dad to be like the flip down American...
Re: Timing how to.
Historical mailing list - Hans Vanhethoen
Tue, 25 Nov 2003 06:56:24 -0500
...replacing in the near future, I might make mine out of stainless or mild steel sometime this winter when I have time. Good luck.
Re: Ping Terry K
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Thu, 19 May 2005 14:42:12 -0700
...That explains "Mr Cardo's" unsolicited flogging of certain stainless steel pipe products. I can't believe I didn't notice that webtv.net...
Re: stainless steel braided brake hose kits - do they make a difference?
Historical mailing list - Robert Smythe
Thu, 19 Jan 2006 20:11:34 +0000
My experience with these braided SS brake lines is limited to motorcycles. They do have a better feel in that context, but I think...
Re: exhaust for a 6-pack
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot, Inc.
Fri, 1 Jan 1988 00:23:03 -0500
On Thursday, March 09, 2000 8:26 PM, The Carters [SMTP:lcarter@COWICHAN.COM] wrote: > Hello; I recall some mention of a stainless exhaust...
Re: Ball park price on Exhaust
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 8 Jul 2003 05:50:14 EDT
...A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm">STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System</A>, {http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm} webpage...
Re: stainless screws
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:03:01 -0700
...wrote: > Does anybody know where I can get all of the stainless screws for the > exterior of my van. I've been trying to...
Mudflaps, Trailer Hitches, Stainless Mufflers ARE HERE!
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Mon, 10 May 1999 10:25:15 -0400
...Apparantly they have for some time made both a standard and a stainless version of this muffler, but the stainless version was not being...
Re: [Syncro] Homemade muffler
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 4 Feb 2013 21:44:52 -0800
I have to come clean, or clarify - the TIG welding on the stainless was done by friend. Trust me, I am still struggling with...
Re: Stainless Coolant Pipes Endanger Engines
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Fri, 15 Oct 2010 07:08:10 -0700
...Even while they were still in the VW parts chain people started making stainless replacements. Mark Dave Mcneely wrote: > ---- Jay Brown<badkarma@TTLC.NET...
Re: Exhaust problem - inquiry
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 29 Aug 2006 07:29:11 EDT
...All other parts are stainless steel and will last forever and are Lifetime guaranteed. Please see my _STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System_ (http...
Re: Goopy stuff on dish drainer
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:01:00 -0600
...of drips on the back of the stove area--all on stainless: http://jones.colorado.edu/VW/glob.jpg Goof Off took it off...
Re: FUEL LINE: Hate to Burn, Then Learn.
Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
Wed, 16 Aug 2000 14:07:32 -0700
Ken Wilfey used to sell a fuel line replacement kits- hose, stainless hose clamps, injector bushings, etc for cheap! www.vanagain.com Cheers Matthew...
Re: Stainless Steel Head Studs
Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
Mon, 11 Dec 2000 15:09:00 EST
Speaking of headstuds, has anyone used "Raceware" headstuds yet? I think that's what they call it. Same guys who make studs for Porsches...
Re: Subject: Re: Want to paint camper roof
Historical mailing list - Allan Bagley
Wed, 15 May 2002 08:49:21 -0700
> Use stainless rivets or nuts and bolts > All aluminum rivets suck anyway unless you need a very low strength fastener. If you must use...
Re: ISO North Westy Stainless Steel Bracket for ARB awning
Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 10:58:00 -0600
...not sure what your need is, but GW sells a ARB stainless bracket > in a single version. > > eRic > > > > On Nov 17, 2021, at 10...
Re: US Westfalia version gallery flash guard / drainboard trip tray wanted...
Historical mailing list - Zolly
Thu, 3 Sep 2009 21:54:39 -0700
...I would buy the >> whole >> lid and stainless assembly if someone has one (in grey) or just the >> stainless steel assembly bit with the...
Re: Looking for good used syncro parts
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:41:29 EDT
...Ken, someone is making those tank straps from Stainless Steel. I don't remember who, it would take some research but I bet if...
Re: Muffler brackets for 87 2.1L
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sat, 3 May 2003 05:57:21 EDT
...Our muffler comes with its own stainless steel brackets and there are many using it successfully on the Tiico engine conversion. The muffler is...
Re: hose clamps
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Thu, 22 Apr 1999 21:55:04 -0700
...hose clamps >I am trying to locate these high quality stainless clamps at a good price. >They are called ABA clamps and go for...
Re: Accelerator pedal rivets
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 7 Apr 2005 06:07:38 EDT
...Use stainless steel hardware when repairing. Liberal amounts of rust preventing oil or POR-15 is also recommended for this area. Cheers, Frank Condelli...
Re: stainless screws
Historical mailing list
Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:36:33 EDT
...writes: > > > > Does anybody know where I can get all of the stainless screws for the > exterior of my van. I've been trying to...
Re: Antifreeze WAS: stainless steel coolant pipes
Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
Sat, 8 May 2010 07:07:07 -0700
John Reynolds wrote: > maniacal laughter here as topic now morphs into long discussion about > distilled water..... What brand of distilled water is best? <ducks...
Re: FW: Extra Gas?
Historical mailing list
Mon, 24 Feb 1997 14:44:33 -0800
> is there any way/place to put a small jerry can on a bus/vanagon? There was a smallish round stainless spare gas can...
Antenna for Vanagon/Bug Info
Historical mailing list - Dave
Mon, 15 Feb 1999 23:55:51 -0600
I recieved this from Antenna World regarding the AWV-09: >Base is chrome plated, mast is stainless color. > >Regards Raul David Filcoff dave@v...
Re: Tips on changing a 2.1 thermostat?
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Fri, 17 Dec 2004 05:26:43 EST
...and buy four 6 mm X 25 mm STAINLESS STEEL cap screws. George
Flue vent replacement
Historical mailing list - jpbeauch
Wed, 20 Jul 2005 21:59:12 -0400
...In fact, the seal between the van and the stainless cover is damaged and air can pass throuh. The inside plate is also rusted...
Re: Recipe: using Turkish Coffee Ibrik (cezve) to foam milk
Historical mailing list - Don Spence
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 09:33:23 -0600
...Relatively small, stainless steel. see: http://www.coffee-makers-espresso-machines.com/ stainstovtop.html On 22-Jul-07, at 4:41 PM, Automatic digest...
Re: Exhaust Systems
Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
Mon, 2 Mar 1998 09:26:38 -0800
...Is > that killing the muffler? Is stainless steel the only way to go. Does > anyone know a supplier and the approximate cost? > Thanks, Lloyd...
Re: Looking for QUIET air cooled 2liter muffler
Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
Tue, 5 Sep 2000 08:56:51 -0700
...converter or EGR valve. > Runs $119.95 for non-stainless, or $189.95 for > stainless. Both systems will > be notably quieter than a header...
Re: Spring Clamps,Harry Houdini, and The love of changing hoses.
Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
Mon, 9 Jul 2001 00:02:34 -0500
Karl, I never use a screwdriver with the stainless clamps. A 1/4" drive rachet, with an extension gets the job done fast, and...
Re: need muffler brackets for 2.1 wbx
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Wed, 15 Oct 2003 06:29:28 EDT
...If you need a muffler now or soon I would suggest you have a look at the STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler {http://members...
Front Brake Hoses - SA Big Brake Kit
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Mon, 15 May 2006 12:40:19 -0700
...In the box of Big Brake parts that I've been carting around for all these years, I had a pair of stainless steel...
Re: Used Radiator Inspection?
Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
Mon, 6 Jan 2014 13:43:35 -0800
...Van Cafe may sell one in stainless. someone should . There are two versions in 2WD I believe. ..slightly confusing. I think the 86 version...
Re: Exhaust collector bolt/nut sizes
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:49:31 -0500
...I've got to pick some up at >FLAPS >or my local Napa, stainless steel, I would assume if I can. I'm pretty...
Re: Dash Power outlet..?
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:16:46 -0400
...What makes you think the MPD ones from Digikey are different than the Marinco ones? Marinco doesn't claim their's are stainless (and...
Re: side mirrors
Historical mailing list
Mon, 27 Jan 1997 22:37:53 -0500
...Then buy a stainless steel bolt of appropriate size that you replace the stud with. The stainless steel bolt can be countersunk into the...
Re: Looking for quality 14"beauty rings for wheels
Historical mailing list - Terry K.
Sat, 1 Jun 2002 06:47:49 -0500
...Any one find any good ones made out of stainless or aluminum? I think that would solve my problem. TIA Adam P 81 Vanagon...
Re: temp gauge not working right...
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 12 Aug 2018 23:20:41 -0400
...The sender is a couple of stainless steel pins sticking down into the coolant pressure bottle which is in the left rear section of...
How to remove the ....
Historical mailing list - thewestyman
Sat, 26 Apr 2014 15:14:55 -0700
...at the bottom, but I can’t find the way how it may come off from under the stainless platform. Anyone knows this? Zoltan
Solar powered Vent
Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
Wed, 1 Nov 2000 23:34:50 -0600
To all who are interested in a inexpensive, easy to install, self contained, stainless steel, or PVC construction, round, solar powered, roof vent, get...
Re: Install of catalytic converter on 90 multivan
Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
Sat, 29 May 2004 15:15:24 EDT
...In my opinion bolts, lockwashers, and nuts should NOT be stainless steele. I like the idea of stainless steele bolts, but my experience (and...
Re: One more shady boy comment
Historical mailing list - William Monk
Thu, 28 May 2015 12:24:14 -0400
...mine. > > The stock attachment method for the stainless steel minting brackets to > the van is using stainless sheet metal screws. Leaving aside the > contentious...
Re: Like an Old pair of Jeans
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:16:34 -0400
Ok, the stainless steel manifold is superior to the original plastic. But, how many of the plastic coolant fittings on our vehicles can we...
Re: exhaust system
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sat, 20 Aug 2005 06:31:44 EDT
...One recomendation though, check my _STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) webpage before spending any money. Cheers...
STAINLESS VS ALUMINUM EXHAUSTS!!!
Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
Fri, 27 Nov 1998 19:22:58 -0500
...What are the gut-feelings on the List? Stainless (which is really a misnomer) steel IS pretty, but I really question whether it is...
Re: Cleaning around the damn grate on the stove top
Historical mailing list - Karl M.
Mon, 21 Aug 2000 08:08:34 -0400
...by pulling on the one vertical piece that goes into the stainless steel stovetop. Pull it towards you, and it should unclip. Karl ----- Original...
If you come to Portland OR - Visit the VolksWaffle
Historical mailing list - Todd.Last
Sat, 2 Oct 2010 17:38:30 -0700
...It's a 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon, retrofitted with gleaming stainless-steel counters, a refrigerator and two Waring Belgian waffle irons.