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• Ignition Wires for 1.9 h2o
  Historical mailing list - Alan Gondry
  Wed, 11 Jul 2001 21:03:56 -0700
  After going to the FLAPS I still am not getting the correct Bosch ignition wires for a 1983 1.9L H2O. Does any one...
• Re: Its there now: "where do my stickers go?" --THE ANSWER
  Historical mailing list - Andree Hurley
  Thu, 17 Jan 2002 14:23:29 -0500
  My sticker with the North Hollywood test on it is under the center vent (?) flap over the propane tank... Andree ________________________ Check it out! http...
• Re: heater flap foam
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Tue, 23 Apr 2002 10:06:30 EDT
  In a message dated 4/23/02 9:47:09 AM, ChrisS@INFORMS.COM writes: << I used a truck camper-top sealing foam >> I...
• Re: No Start, No Pump, HELP!
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Wed, 9 Jun 2004 09:09:21 -0700
  Check the connection for the AFM, this controls the fuel pump, when the flap opens it turns the fuel pump on and does other...
• Re: Filling the transmission
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Fri, 8 Apr 2005 14:46:26 -0500
  Bill, Go to your FLAPS and they will have a small pump that you insert into a 1 gallon jug. Fill the jug with...
• GOOP
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 16:59:18 EST
  ...its called "GOOP" Automotive sealant should be availably at any hardware store, home depot, or FLAPS.. works good, just make sure cracked area is...
• Re: FLAPS LED taillights
  Historical mailing list - Don in Phoenix
  Mon, 5 Apr 2004 15:19:06 -0700
  ...VANAGON.COM> Sent: Mon 05 April 2004 15:02 Subject: Re: FLAPS LED taillights > In a message dated 4/5/2004 1:49:47...
• Re: Fuel injection piping
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 25 May 2006 15:14:45 -0700
  When helping out a buddy who owned a FLAPS several years ago on weekends, we sold Gates products, which are of excellent quality. The...
• Re: Wheel stud supplier in Vancouver BC
  Historical mailing list - joel walker
  Wed, 1 Nov 2006 21:50:22 -0600
  ...also, while you're at the junkyard or FLAPS, the castegated nut that goes on the end of the axle is also the same...
• Re: Hylomar or other gasket sealant
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Lubin
  Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:45:06 -0500
  ...Also, some NAPA or other FLAPS may carry Permatex 85249, which is Hylomar Racing Formula (35 ml) on a permatex blister card. -Jeff Jeffrey...
• clutch...
  Historical mailing list - Grungy
  Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:15:43 -0600
  ...Managed to drive it to a FLAPS near where I was going by starting it in gear at stop lights and slamming it through...
• Re: Physics phun
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 27 Dec 2010 18:27:30 -0500
  ...That is why the flaps have opening on top. Without the air the sheet metal outer boxes burn up and the exchanger core can...
• Re: Rear License Plate Door, Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Tue, 18 Mar 97 13:22:37 EST
  Jeff, When checking the oil, I get my towel/rag in the left hand and hold the flap down with that hand and then...
• vinyl/rubber paint
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Thu, 4 Mar 2004 08:32:24 -0600
  ...I get it a high end FLAPS (a FLAPS that mostly caters to shops). (Corporate info: SEM Products, Inc. Charlotte, NC 28217) I have...
• fuel tank vent lines
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:37:12 -0400
  ...any recommendation for clamps available from a common local flaps, saw a video that used wire ties, anybody have luck with this? mike
• Re: MOD Re: wtf? lol
  Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
  Wed, 2 Jun 2010 14:11:04 -0700
  ...1.9L tranny CV VC digifant ECU SVX FLAPS OEM speedo doka ATF...
• RE: Non OEM VW Exhaust
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
  Thu, 19 Jan 1995 19:44:11 EST
  ...I solved my latest muffler strap problem with a $6 "fuel tank mounting kit" from FLAPS. Only problem is that the generic perforated straps...
• NAPA Oil Filters
  Historical mailing list - John P. Flaherty
  Tue, 19 Jan 1999 21:02:21 -0500
  ...sell for the Vanagon meet its requirements? They're the only FLAP within walking distance and tend to get most of my business. c...
• Flapping Wings
  Historical mailing list - Brian Spisak
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 08:38:48 -0800
  My wing windows won't stay open! There seems to be an adjustment screw on the pivot point inside the door panel, but the...
• Where can I find a westy mud deflector for the propane tank area?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 11 Feb 2014 13:53:46 -0600
  ...This is the single rubber flap that keeps the driver's wheel from slinging mud onto the propane equipment. Thanks, Jim
• Re: In Missoula, overfilled oil
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:51:05 -0400
  BTDT. $5 plastic pump from FLAPS. It had a one-way valve and an arrow showing pumping direction. Handy method for pumping viscous fluids...
• Re: Vanagon BRA caution
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 08:26:52 -0500
  ...bra act like an air scoop - and causes the bra to flap on the front > of the Vanagon. I have not determined if adjusting...
• Re: Fiberglass Patch
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:39:17 -0500
  ...I've looked > at the > various fix kits at the local Flapps - anyone have a recomended > brand or are > they all pretty much the...
• Re: Idle Gremlins & Radiator Frogs
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Thu, 27 Mar 2003 06:49:07 -0600
  ...If that doesn't help check to see if the throttle body flapper is returning to the same position everytime -- the shafts do wear...
• Re: O2 sensor substitute
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:00:52 -0400
  ...I got the one my FLAPS had onhand ... which meant I had to cut the connector off and use my old one. Still, the...
• Re: heater cover plate removal?
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:52:34 -0400
  ...Once the cover is off, watch that the plastic bits that hold the flap(s) hinge in the box don't fall out (if...
• Running Boards on a Westie Syncro
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Jan 1996 16:28:49 -0500 (EST)
  ...I think it would protect the sides much better than the standard "Drill Big Holes in the side of the Van" mud flaps. They...
• Bosch 4 Tip Plugs
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sun, 15 Jul 2012 13:08:33 +0000
  ...on these plugs was 4477, but when I went to my FLAPS that number was no good-anyone know what the part number is...
• Re: How long do gas struts last in storage?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:05:22 EDT
  hey guys some flaps sell them with a lifetime warrenty, just have to keep the package they came in or ticket when you buy...
• Tow hook mounted hitch
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 10 Jun 1997 10:58 -0600 (MDT)
  Karl- I just bought one of these yesterday from my FLAPS (Foreign Aide, Albuquerque). Mine is made by Rigid Hitch, cost $61.99, and...
• Fuel additives...
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Tue, 2 Feb 1999 09:24:58 -0600
  Can anyone tell me where I can find the additive "Dextron" (or is it Dexatron)? I have tried several local FLAPS and two do...
• Re: mudflaps: advice pls
  Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
  Mon, 13 Nov 2000 01:31:46 EST
  In a message dated 11/13/00 1:30:21 AM Eastern Standard Time, wolzphoto@worldnet.att.net writes: << Westies have the one flap...
• Re: 85 Man Tran Fluid
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Fri, 10 Jan 2003 11:21:00 -0500
  >and it'll telescope out far enough to >extend out of the license plate flap, making this the easiest vehicle to >add oil to...
• Power steering fluid?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Mon, 3 Feb 2003 10:07:19 -0500
  ...When I went to my FLAPS looking to get some, I found Type II, Type III, and Type F. Which is appropriate for my...
• Re: Lifespan of Platinum plugs in 2.1L?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 29 Jun 2003 09:09:46 -0400
  ...My FLAPS always tells > me that they don't make them for Vanagons. Try 4477. Chris S. '85 Westy www.knology.net/~vw/ http...
• front heater rebuild webpage?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Reynolds
  Tue, 20 May 2003 21:17:04 EDT
  ...find the webpage that somebody had made about replacing the heater flap seals. Can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks, Roger Reynolds...
• Re: Another Vanagon Burns Up
  Historical mailing list - Brian Wasson
  Thu, 31 Mar 2005 11:28:17 -0500
  ...what are folks replacing it with? Is there a part that a list vendor sells, or something available at my FLAPS? I just ordered...
• Anyone know what kind of foam rubber goes on the heater box flaps?
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Thu, 4 May 2006 12:34:42 -0700
  The box I have is an early one. The foam needs to be glued on . Know what kind of glue will hold up? Maybe...
• Any of you tried MSD?
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Fri, 18 Aug 2006 16:51:28 -0700
  The first time I heard of it the other day and it seems to be a common thing because the local flap store sells...
• WTB: Westy service covers
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:58:43 -0800
  ...I'm renovating my '85 westy and want to replace the cracked/ faded and somewhat incomplete service covers (the water port has a flap...
• Re: Lighter plug in dash a big joke...
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 9 Jan 2005 22:02:34 -0700
  Those are all Friendly Local Auto Parts Stores (FLAPS) jimt On 1/9/05 6:11 PM, "tolga" <tolga@MAC.COM> wrote: > Sounds good...
• Re: My '84 1.9L has two fuel filters!
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Fri, 1 Feb 2002 15:39:28 -0800
  ...PER bentley Joe -- Joseph Fortino fortino1@onebox.com - email ---- Les Shiaman <lamusicamellama@JUNO.COM> wrote: > Hello - > > I went to my FLAPS the other day...
• Re: Where can I get new fuel injectors?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 8 Sep 2002 22:38:36 -0400
  ...Where can I get new fuel injectors? My VW/Import FLAPS have them as do the on-line outlets like BusDepot. Some of the...
• Re: resurfacing air cooled cylinder heads
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 08:27:45 -0800
  ...It may have overheated cause someone either installed the flaps wrong or had thermostat adjusted incorrectly, but thermostat NEVER fails closed." Unless of course...
• Re: vanagon - warm air please!!
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Wed, 22 Jan 2003 13:00:53 -0700
  ...If not then you may have to remove the cover to the right of your knees to expose the flaps of the heating box...
• Re: Interior door fastening clips issue
  Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
  Fri, 5 Feb 1999 01:30:12 EST
  ...If VW doesn't sell these at a reasonable price, very similar generic ones can be purchased at many FLAPS. Regards, Jim Davis
• Re: Mud flaps
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 16:52:59 -0700
  ...I have the plaster and the front flap removed, but that is as far as I have gotten because I don't quite know...
• Re: lost brake line...
  Historical mailing list - robert feller
  Mon, 24 Dec 2007 23:48:07 -0500
  ...If someone could guess some sizes I can do some reseach on many FLAPs sites. Additionally, do we recommend the stainless flex lines be...
• Brake Squeal
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Sun, 10 May 2015 12:54:44 -0400
  ...We did put on the plastic stuff from FLAPS to help reduce noise. Did not last long.
• Lucite Headlight covers
  Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
  20 Nov 96 01:35:23 EST
  ...out set on his Furd Mustard GT .....then he got a real car ( a VW bus) anyway, they are available at any FLAPS. chris
• Re: Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Tue, 16 Jun 1998 11:06:41 -0500
  Phosphate-free anti freeze is sold under the Halvoline brand, which should be available at most FLAPS. I bought some for the same price...
• Re: Why's my oil filter leaking?
  Historical mailing list - Joachim Beek
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 17:02:32 -0500
  ...only OEM-type filters (Mann, etc) don't leak, while Fram and all the others you get at the FLAPS do occasionally leak. Joachim
• Re: Red or Blue, Betty or Wilma
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Wed, 28 Oct 1998 16:12:34 -0600
  You can get phosphate-free coolant from either Prestone or Havoline (Texaco's brand) at most FLAPS. The major advantage over VW dealer's...
• Re: heater flap foam
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 25 Oct 1999 11:00:04 -0700
  i used polyester batting (was meant to use in a dust-collection system, about 1/4" thick). I was soft enough to comform just...
• 4 point Bosch Plugs...
  Historical mailing list - tim vb-o'brien
  Sat, 19 Feb 2000 16:25:04 -0800
  Anyone have a number for the 4 point vanagon plugs for a 1.9 W/B? The so-called flaps who carries them says...
• Need regulator and brush box for 81 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
  Sun, 20 Aug 2000 20:56:05 -0400
  ...Who sells them? Cannot cross match the part at the FLAPS with a Bosch replacement (part number musta changed over the years) Adam Puzerewski...
• fuel line protective sleeve
  Historical mailing list - azsun99
  Tue, 4 Dec 2007 18:06:49 -0700
  ...Is there an equivalent product at FLAPS that might work? Jerry
• Is it open-cell foam if it doesn't say closed-cell? (heater flap material)
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:19:26 -0600
  ...This is what they used to replace the foam on the heater flaps: http://www.homedepot.ca/product/adhesive-foam-tape/941505 (in case...
• Re: Castrol GTX @ Walmart
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 14:43:34 -0700
  ...I'm 99.9% sure that it's the same as you get at your FLAPS. If you feel like investigating... check the SKU...
• Re: antenna- Vandals last night ... can the Huns be far behind
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 1 Jul 2009 13:40:17 -0700
  dear misconception i thought flaps was a brand name ... had no idea it was an acronym ... had even less idea that my not knowing...