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Re: Any Clutch Slave Cylinder Secrets?
Historical mailing list - John Meeks
Mon, 31 Oct 2005 12:47:53 -0500
...way to R&R that thing? > > Tom, There are some good tips at http://www.vanagonauts.com/30.2-Clutch-Slave-Cylinder138.htm John...
Window Molding - Sides and Front 84 Westy
Historical mailing list - Jack R.
Sun, 18 Mar 2007 09:47:03 -0400
Does anyone have a good source and tips for replacing all my weathered window molding on my 84 Westy? It looks like the side...
FW: [Syncro] Wiring And Amperage Tips For 2nd Battery & Winching
Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
Fri, 4 Aug 2000 17:18:54 -0400
...Re: [Syncro] Wiring And Amperage Tips For 2nd Battery & Winching On Thu, Aug 03, 2000 at 09:40:50PM -0700, Dan Fleming wrote: >To...
dark side of ebay... (nvc)
Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:46:06 -0800
...what is the best way to ease a mechanically inept girlfriend into the world of auto mechanics? Any tips for this one? Happy friday...
Re: Want to paint camper roof
Historical mailing list - Philip Chidlaw
Tue, 14 May 2002 21:38:31 -0700
...I'd like to paint it, and I'm looking for tips: -First, I'm assuming there's no way to restore the current...
Re: Air Con fuse/s
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 5 Aug 2016 01:18:59 -0400
...Air Con fuse/s Location? Tips? Warnings? Please/thanks! -- Neil2 '82 Diesel Westfalia (Ducky) '86 Vanagon (SaVannah) '08 170" 2500 Mega Roof Sprinter (Moby...
Rear Heater Core Tips
Historical mailing list - WILLIAM WITZ
Mon, 22 Dec 2014 22:19:24 -0800
Hi Eric I removed the vent cover at the bottom of the seat and sprayed Greased Lighting a multi-purpose cleaner and degreaser. I...
87-91 Westfalia Differences
Historical mailing list - James V
Wed, 30 Mar 2005 17:52:45 -0800
...Any related Westy tips welcome. Thanks, James V 90 Carat
87GL Died/Left Equpment Outages
Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
Thu, 21 Aug 1997 21:24:40 -0500
...Any tips appreciated Regards Mark B. Magee 87GL 82 Diesel Westy
Eudora list messages from early 1998
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Thu, 4 Mar 1999 11:34:35 -0500
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Diesel burners
Historical mailing list - James Foust
Sun, 17 Sep 2000 19:16:01 -0500
...This has how-to and good pics and descriptions as well as tips from diesel owners. His prices are good (some tools are cheaper...
windshield washing mess ?
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Thu, 24 Aug 2000 10:38:51 -0700
...Thanks for any tips... Bill
Draining coolant 1987 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Barcom, Brad
Fri, 26 Apr 2002 12:25:35 -0500
...Any tips as to how to do this in a labor/time effective way will be much appreciated. Thanks in advance, Brad Barcom 1987...
Re: tranny swap
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Stangeland
Fri, 7 Mar 2003 14:07:43 -0800
...time getting the pilot bearing out --- any clues ???? thanks, jeff __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
Re: stripped oil drain plug
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Fri, 27 Jan 2006 20:07:42 -0600
...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: Camping tips and tricks
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Sun, 12 Feb 2006 08:35:39 -0800
RE: "BTW, we stuff our extra plastic grocery-shopping bags into one of the > compartments on the Duluth Trading Company organizer that hangs on...
Cooling System Flush
Historical mailing list - Jarrett Kupcinski
Sat, 26 Aug 2006 19:41:18 -0500
...What's the best way to do it? Are there any hints/tips/ recommendations that anyone has? Hoping to learn from your experiences, so...
Re: fs 84 gl
Historical mailing list
Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:57:29 EDT
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Re: Coolant change questions
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 20:42:47 -0500
...Is this bleeder needed to do the job? And if absolutely needed any tips on how to gently release that old plastic? Thanks for...
Re: heaters Espar -vs - Propex
Historical mailing list - Mark C
Tue, 27 Dec 2005 02:45:22 -0800
...Brian Tipsword <nobleman1962@YAHOO.COM> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: heaters Espar -vs - Propex > Hiya! > > I am looking at the Propex Heatsource HS1800...
Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 5 Dec 2022 21:04:35 -0500
...My 85 is much easier. >>>> >>>> Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the >> pressure a bit? I’m...
Rear Brake Shoes
Historical mailing list - Paul
Sun, 20 Nov 2011 10:23:13 -0800
...Maybe it's the liner that they use? Any suggestions, thoughts and tips will be greatly appreciated. TIA, Paul 85 WWW El Lobo Loco
Re: VW Man wants Stuff 2 Do in Sedona AZ-LVC Trip Suggestions
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Sat, 30 May 2009 11:04:42 -0500
...Any tips would be appreciated. Outdoors fishing, hiking, biking(have to rent one) and such. Please save me from a 'Spa' vacation with my...
Re: Heat in a '74
Historical mailing list - Craig Standley
Wed, 13 Dec 1995 20:05:37 -0800 (PST)
...Anyone out there used it before? Also, any tips on aftermarket fans for busses? I am considering putting one in, and would appreciate anyone...
Haynes Manual - get one!
Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
Fri, 1 May 1998 17:52:37 -0500
...car, so you know what it'll _really_ look like), practical tips and hints, and a load of good information. I'd recommend it...
Motor Mount Replacement
Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
Thu, 4 Jun 1998 10:29:04 -0700
...the engine compartment (as opposed to the bolts that are easily accessible from underneath the vehicle)? Thanks for any help/tips. stev1990 syncro westfalia
looking for Westy cabinet
Historical mailing list - Mark Schrope
Fri, 17 Jul 1998 14:24:20 -0400
...Thanks for any tips Mark '89 Wolfsburg ______________________________________________________________________________ Mark Schrope Virginia Institute of Marine Science PO Box 1346 Route 1208, Greate Road Gloucester Point, VA...
Re: Winkler/Oettinger brakes
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Thu, 3 Dec 1998 08:52:05 -0500
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
Re: Power Steering Lines on E-Bay
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Thu, 22 Apr 1999 07:22:18 -0400
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Powder coating alloy wheels
Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
Tue, 1 Feb 2000 16:33:19 -0800
...Any comments or helpful tips? I find myself wondering why the factories don't powder coat wheels if it is so great... Just checked...
A/C pressure
Historical mailing list - Greg
Fri, 12 May 2000 22:29:52 -0700
...If anyone Knows the pressure, this info would help tremendously? Any Other Tips & Tricks on this would also be welcome? TIA, Greg 86 GL...
Front Heater Control Valve Replacement Tricks?
Historical mailing list - Vince P.
Wed, 24 May 2000 13:36:47 -0700
...Any tips or tricks on how to make this job go easier would be appreciated. I searched the archives and just found more tales...
90SyncroWesty "Front CV Boots"
Historical mailing list - Yoshi
Mon, 25 Dec 2000 21:39:38 +0900
...Will accept any advices and tips. Thanks, Yosh dolphin@mars.netspace.or.jp
weekender bench seat release
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Sat, 2 Jun 2001 20:22:05 -0400
Thanks for all the tips on getting the bench seat open on my weekender. I bounced on it a few times, sat on it...
installing seat rail plastic tracks
Historical mailing list - Ed DeBolt
Mon, 30 Jul 2001 16:20:58 -0700
...my question now is how the heck do I install them?? any tips? ed 87 gl ---------------------------------------------------- NetZero Platinum Sign Up Today - Only $9.95...
Ebay Deutchland
Historical mailing list - Jerry McCavitt
Mon, 24 Feb 2003 16:03:52 -0800
...Happy dreaming, Jerry McCavitt '86 Syncro GL 15" --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, and more
ticco automatic gas mileage.
Historical mailing list - Nock
Sat, 22 Feb 2003 07:01:11 -0800
...maybe a little dark.(I am no plug expect though) Could it be leaks in the gaskets of my fuel tank? Any tips ideas?
Re: Removing rear heater in Westy?
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Wed, 24 Aug 2005 10:38:13 EDT
...Anyone done this? Any tips or thoughts would be most welcome. >> This will probably elicit some argument, but, plug the hoses rather than connecting...
Re: Camping tips and tricks
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Sat, 11 Feb 2006 12:52:11 -0800
Along this line, The air channel that is in the front door(s), I use to store an unbrella - wrapped in a plastic bag...
Re: Help-need advice and mechanic in Davis CA
Historical mailing list - John Wessels
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:14:35 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)
How to keep mirrors in place
Historical mailing list - Bob Mund
Tue, 10 Jun 2008 09:26:44 -0600
...Does anyone have any tips on keeping them in place? Thanks in advance. Bob
Re: Brake Light Troubleshooting Tips?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sun, 8 Jun 2014 16:41:29 -0700
...Brake Light Troubleshooting Tips? I hope you have tips to help me troubleshoot my brake lights. '84 Westy Wolfsburg. Symptom: No brake lights. No...
Re: Wanted: Tips and Tricks - Muffler Removal - '88GL
Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
Fri, 9 Aug 2013 18:27:49 -0400
...Sent: Friday, August 9, 2013 2:18 PM > Subject: Re: Wanted: Tips and Tricks - Muffler Removal - '88GL > > > Just made a discovery. > > In looking at...
Re: 85 Westy GL- Winterizing tips?/Newbie Tips
Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
Fri, 23 Oct 1998 00:55:37 -0500
David M has inquired why my suggestion to Newbies was to avoid Fram oil filters. I hope one of you more technically adept Listees...
Re: Trips not tips
Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
Fri, 2 Feb 2007 22:53:26 -0500
...Trips not tips ::: :::O.k. this has been fun reading about fixing my van. And I may be as :::addicted as you all, but...
Re: Vacuum line question again
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Thu, 12 May 2022 18:46:51 -0700
...want to change the vacuum lines on a 1.9 ignition set up what > would I need? > > Hoping someone has some tips. > > Eric Caron
Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Mon, 6 Apr 2020 13:44:37 -0400
...am > getting ready to make the change... > > Does anyone have any tips, recommendations, warnings or comments to make? > > Jeering sarcastic cynicism, funny anecdotes -- all...
Cleaning agents?
Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
Wed, 27 Jan 2016 11:20:50 -0500
...that the factory used to glue down the carpet? Also, any tips from those of you that have replaced their carpet with the carpet...
Battery relocation to engine compartment
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:21:29 +0000
...let me know what is involved along with any hints and tips? Do you have to make your own mounts, or are they already...
Baltimore tips
Historical mailing list - John Grazul
15 Apr 96 08:53:31 EDT
All, My wife got us a free night in a hotel in Baltimore! Now what can we do with a 7 month old and...
Re: Inuvik and Alaska-a couple more tips/f
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Thu, 21 Sep 1995 12:38:06 -0700 (PDT)
On Thu, 21 Sep 1995, Dave Phillips wrote: Snip.. > under might be helpful. Also, after I got into Canada, I switched my > desert hiking...
Re: I'm Looking for 1(or 2) Alloy Wheels
Historical mailing list
Wed, 11 Jun 1997 00:16:19 -0400 (EDT)
...Does anyone have any tips for finding one or two of these rare items? An archive search turned up nothing. Rob Halligan 87 Synco...
tune-ups
Historical mailing list - david radcliff
Tue, 17 Jun 1997 09:13:29 -0500
...Im hoping someone out there can give me some tips on tuning up my 84 Westy. I looked in the archives ,but found nothing...
Westy Roof wax/cleaner
Historical mailing list - SCurtis269
Tue, 28 Apr 1998 13:51:39 EDT
...My Westfalia is a 90 with the Burgundy red color, (don't know the factory name of color?) Any tips would be appreciated. Scott
Sticky Sliding Door Rubber Seal
Historical mailing list - Steve Iman
Tue, 14 Mar 2000 17:57:28 -0800
...Any quick suggestion for what to apply to help the matter? Thanks for any tips -- sciman@csupomona.edu
Re: Congrats to Bessie.
Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
Mon, 15 May 2000 12:17:11 -0600
joseph Trussell wrote: > Greetings List, > I wanted to let everybody know how much I appreciate the tips I've recieved > over the past several...
Purchasing an out-of-state vehicle
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
Fri, 4 Apr 2003 15:31:39 -0800
Can anyone here please refer me to any good websites regarding the long-distance purchase of a vehicle? Have any tips on making purchase...
Poptop Seal adhesive
Historical mailing list - Jason Pufahl
Wed, 2 Jun 2004 09:36:09 -0400
...Anyway....does anyone have any recommendations for what I should use? Also, tips from anyone that has done this would be great...I am...
Re: dog proof upholstery
Historical mailing list - Cory Sammons
Fri, 10 Sep 2004 02:11:07 -0400
On 9/9/04 12:32 PM, "aircooled chris" <aircooledchris@EUCASAFARI.VENDIOWEB.COM> wrote: > any other large dog owners with tips on types of...
Throttle Stuck
Historical mailing list - Tim Kasher
Sat, 9 Jul 2005 20:43:03 -0400
...like it is on cruise control....Could anyone give me some tips on where to start to fix this? Thanks so much. Also took...