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  • [Friday] Like Fridays? Wish they could last all week?
    Historical mailing list - Blake Sartin
    Fri, 17 Dec 1999 07:46:53 -0500
    ...No technical talk whatsoever, this is for the other lists. We talk about sightings, trip reports, toys, living on, in or near busses, frustration...
  • Michelin Defender LTX M/S 205/65/15 or 16"
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 29 Nov 2016 13:18:59 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Confirm please? Vanagon automatic transmission starter motor?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 16 Jul 2016 12:15:45 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Camp lights alternative
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 27 Jul 2015 11:04:50 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Friday: Craigslist Vanagon Ad
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 29 May 2015 15:07:10 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Hey, I so excited
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 29 May 2015 17:21:44 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Starter Relay on Syncro 86
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Tue, 14 Jul 2009 22:59:15 -0400
    Technically, the solenoid is the relay. :) -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Dennis Haynes Sent: Tuesday...
  • Re: 91 Westy Antenna Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Mon, 22 Jun 1998 17:02:51 -0700
    ...ftp://gerry.vanagon.com/pub/technical/how-to/vanagon-antenna-removal.txt Mark B. Magee wrote: > Volks, > Mast broken very low on radio antenna...
  • Trip reports
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sat, 12 May 2001 07:11:39 -0700
    ...a third of the reason for my belonging to this list. Technical articles are probably more important, but unless I'm the one who...
  • Re: News about Trasco & acidity testing
    Historical mailing list - Yoshi
    Fri, 4 Jan 2002 07:37:55 +0900
    ...http://www.nitto-kogyo.co.jp/index.html But, the technical data of the filter aren't described. It is possible for list that...
  • Re: Sanity Check - Wire gauge for wiring SA headlights
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Sat, 5 Oct 2002 12:11:04 -0700
    ...Mike On 10/5/02 10:05 AM, "DaveC" <voicebox@DNAI.COM> wrote: > > Technically, AC is more efficient over long distances (ie, > high-tension...
  • Re: really... how tough IS a full engine rebuild?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 4 Feb 2003 17:11:05 -0600
    ...first then I'd recommend that you start on a less technical engine. One small misfit can make your rebuild a 5000 mile engine...
  • Re: Will Scirocco Rims Fit My Vanagon
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 25 Jan 2004 04:27:37 EST
    ...The 6-cyl cars > such as the Corrado, Passat, Jettas and GTi's are 5 x 100mm got me on a technicality wheel man...
  • Re: GoWesty Auto Parts QSC piston kits
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:40:15 -0500
    ...I love how they sell a kit and then calmly state that > they will give no technical support with it whatsoever. The customer > support...
  • Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 21 Jun 2018 21:15:02 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: AFM cap fix, maybe fixed my very intermittent problem
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 23 Sep 2017 18:53:02 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Catalytic Converter
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 6 Jul 2017 11:35:36 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: refrigerator update
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 30 Jun 2017 20:37:16 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: 2.1 WBX Push Rods. Make Sure They're Seated! Was: 2.1 wbx rocker, pushrods
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 19 May 2017 18:14:58 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Time for me to unsubscribe
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Sat, 8 Oct 2016 17:54:02 -0300
    ...This list has been great! I have enjoyed the humor and technical information. We had some great trips in our 85' Westy but the...
  • Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 2 Jul 2016 08:59:02 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Solved?? Bubbles in coolant
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 5 Jun 2016 13:26:23 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: {front} wheel bearings on an '88 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 28 May 2016 11:22:13 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Ultimate Rust Removal Tool? (Friday)
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Fri, 11 Mar 2016 17:05:34 -0500
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Cougar and my westy. Friday.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 11 Sep 2015 11:11:10 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Freyday fun
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 18 Sep 2015 20:20:38 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Cougar and my westy. Friday.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 12 Sep 2015 10:11:09 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: New Vanagon: No Radio = No Antenna?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 30 Jun 2015 15:58:03 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: New tires and wheels
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 26 Jun 2015 10:10:49 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Propane tubing
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 23 May 2015 21:52:37 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • VWPIX.ORG - feast your eyes
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Sat, 9 Apr 2011 10:05:38 -0400
    I came across this site which features old press releases, price lists, technical docs, and so on, for our beloved T3s, and also T1...
  • Re: Internal Debate
    Historical mailing list - Mervyn Readman
    Mon, 9 Mar 2009 21:43:26 -0400
    ...The technical side is really not that difficult. It's just real grunt work. Like Neil said have something to support the weight of...
  • FW: abandoning gurus
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Thu, 5 Nov 1998 11:37:33 -0800
    ...abandoning gurus Coyote-- Yeah, though I have been to the Vanagon gurus, they have imparted no useful technical wisdom on my dilemma, and I...
  • DM: Definition
    Historical mailing list - T.P. Stephens
    Fri, 19 Nov 1999 05:33:20 -0800
    ...mind of the good Doktor Porsche and others of the German technical schools who practice the DM. Doktor Tim Maintenance Repair and Restoration of...
  • Re: Lighting ideas for cargo area?
    Historical mailing list - Sean B.
    Thu, 25 Jan 2001 17:09:58 -0800
    ...Sean Birkner Technical Support Westfield Corp. 310-445-6854
  • Kinda-Friday has anyone built a diesel boxer?
    Historical mailing list - Barry E. Muller
    Fri, 29 Nov 2002 04:57:14 -0500
    ...Any rate, I'm sure the answer is "OF course - no!", probably due to excellent technical reasons such as the boxer config is meant...
  • Starting new website for VW Cabrio owners
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
    Tue, 18 Nov 2003 18:08:58 -0500
    ...If you want to help with the site (financially, with technical articles, etc.) please let me know. Also I would welcome any advice you...
  • Re: $5 Fuel Filter! Really!
    Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
    Fri, 8 Oct 2004 12:05:48 -0700
    ...The particulars are in the back under technical notes. bwahaha - A sound made by the socialy retarded in a vain attempt to sound cool...
  • Re: Crazy German e-mails - THANK YOU
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Fri, 20 May 2005 20:53:06 -0700
    ...Jim Arnott Technical Services Eastern Oregon Net, Inc. "We need a revolution." "Keep saying that and we'll need a lawyer, assuming they let...
  • OEM Grease Colour: Rear Axle Shaft, Bearings
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 8 May 2016 11:35:43 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Reply from AT&T/BellSouth Part I
    Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
    Tue, 20 May 2008 09:44:43 -0500
    ...wedded to the "vanagon.com" domain? One option > that > would be technically painless would be to start a new domain, dump the > current subscriber...
  • Re: Dial Gauge. Was: Re: Oily Oily Clutch. ....
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 30 Mar 2016 16:03:58 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Vanagon T-Shirts
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:54:50 -0700
    I'm just teasing a bit because seeing those nice technical drawings it's not hard to imagine that they came from a book...
  • RE: Da Boat 2 litre
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Wed, 20 Sep 1995 08:51:00 -0700 (PDT)
    ...The fellow there, examined it, and had no objection, tho technically he should have-- CA smog laws require that you have the same year...
  • Re: AC and window tint comments
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Sun, 27 Aug 2000 00:17:43 PDT
    30% is technically legal for Washington but technically illegal for some other states which only allow 50% - yet with a Vanagon there is so...
  • Re: First, apologies
    Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
    Fri, 23 Jun 2006 13:55:50 -0400
    To answer your *technical* question, yep, it's all pretty straightforward, no hidden surprises taking this section apart and re-assembling. Make sure you...
  • Re: KOOKYMATH Your email requires verification verify#t0FGNneoh53T
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 25 Jan 2007 11:25:01 EST
    ...from kooky by > >>> server1.technicaldepot.com with local-bsmtp > >>> (Exim 4.63) >
  • Re: For Ben T - Where has everyone gone?
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Tue, 11 Jun 2019 10:02:37 -0700
    ...Yes, a lot of 'chatter' but at least once a week we see detailed technical issues addressed and resolved, just the same as Gerry...
  • Re: Distributor Shaft Pin
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 8 Jun 2017 17:11:54 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Report: My 1991 Carat
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 12 Jun 2017 12:36:19 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Shift linkage? 84 manual transmission
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 16 Apr 2017 09:31:01 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Image links. Bosch Rotor and cap (Jetta engine in vanagon)
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 24 Jan 2017 12:13:14 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: BFG 14" ? Was: Re: Noooo. Not the tire thread again...27 X 8.50-14 tire options
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 20 Nov 2016 11:56:38 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Febi Diesel Vanagon Oil Pump Quality?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 12 Aug 2016 16:32:19 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Dial Gauge. Was: Re: Oily Oily Clutch. ....
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 30 Mar 2016 22:47:43 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Electric Power Steering
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Thu, 23 Jul 2015 11:58:12 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: New Vanagon: No Radio = No Antenna?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 30 Jun 2015 15:49:26 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery! (UPDATE!)
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 9 Jul 2015 13:14:59 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: brakes
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 6 Jun 2015 15:29:00 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: FREE carat lowering springs and power steering rack from '89 bluestar
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:24:29 -0700
    ...Might be a fair exchange for someone handy but technically not free. BenT On Jul 26, 2010, at 11:08 PM, JordanVw@AOL.COM...