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• Re: grey water tank sought - 87 westy
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Sat, 26 Apr 2003 13:05:06 -0400
  ...It is base on those collapsible 5 gallon water jugs, has a hose that screws into the drain pipe for the sink and is...
• thingie on sliding door
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Sat, 21 Aug 2004 20:08:12 -0700
  ...attached to upper trailing part of sliding door interior with 2 screws.Square post little over 3/4" long threaded on it's end...
• Fridge won't come out...
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Sun, 11 Nov 2007 12:14:12 -0500
  ...All 4 screws on the sides are out, the cover is off, the gas is disconnected the plug is out and the vent is...
• SS screws and bolts was Re: Magical cast iron suspension?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Wed, 8 Oct 2008 15:56:03 -0500
  I agree Troy. These sets that Roger sells are a great thing to have available. I have yet to purchase a set but I...
• Re: Devils in the Details
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:45:29 -0700
  ...quite dumb of them to put a metal battery ( or screws ) cover fractions of an inch from 600 amps of hot battery power. You...
• Re: Why We Keep Odds & Ends (bolts etc.)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 9 Apr 2011 09:00:01 -0500
  ...My spare TPS uses shorter screws with goofy >sort of Torx heads. Didn't have a bit. Figuring I'd find screws with >more...
• Re: AC Drip Drop
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sat, 16 Jul 2005 22:49:17 -0500
  ...They all have to come off, and the screws removed. Look into the closet, there is a couple more up on top. Look into...
• Re: Flywheel Bolts-Screw impact tool.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 2 May 2013 16:41:19 -0400
  ...front brake splash guard screws) I know one doesn't have to pound the crap out of this tool to use it, but I...
• Re: Sliding door fell off center track....
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Sun, 9 Jan 2000 04:23:40 -0500
  Ours has screws up underneath, then lifts up. G. Matthew Bulley Bulley-Hewlett Corporate Communications Counselors www.bulley-hewlett.com Cary, NC USA 888...
• Re: starter solenoid heads south
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 17 May 2002 08:42:05 -0700
  ...I found some socket head cap screws to fit and reassembled starter to the solenoid (had to drill out original screws). Won't even...
• Re: CV joint 12 point cap screws (bolts)
  Historical mailing list - The Old Volks Home
  Thu, 15 Aug 2002 10:48:21 -0700
  ...8 mm internal 12 point driver >for the 12 point cap screws (Porsche) for the Vanagon CV's. ************************ Check your FLAPS for KD Tool...
• Sliding door handle mechanics-how to remove unit.
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Apr 2014 19:01:16 -0700
  How does one remove the sliding doors handle mechanics.� I don't see how to pull out the assembly that the key handle screws...
• ac duct sagging update
  Historical mailing list - Douglass Collins
  Wed, 5 Jan 2011 05:56:27 -0800
  ...I found the recall had been installed but one of the screws was missing on one of the plates. The second screw came loose...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 13:01:31 -0700
  ...An extra six-mm one with the short end shortened to reach the >cap screws behind the water pump pulley. Wow! Good one, David...
• Re: pop top staples vs screws, was Re: [vanagon] Fwd: Pop-Top Canvas Replacement Video
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 6 Jun 2010 21:31:37 -0700
  stock fiberglass all stock, honest :) alistair On 6-Jun-10, at 8:15 PM, Jim Arnott wrote: Is your top fiberglas or plastic? If...
• Do I need to remove AC condensor to replace my radiator?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
  Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:45:22 -0600
  Thanks, It looks like when I lower the radiator and condenser partway I can remove the screws on top of the condenser. This should...
• Re: weird happening
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 May 1996 00:11:02 -0400
  ...It screws in near #3 cylinder, and has a wire that pushes on to a terminal. It's real easy to change. :)
• Jump Seats-How to Mount to Floor?
  Historical mailing list - JOHN REYNOLDS
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 16:45:58 +0000
  ...not have the welded brackets, nor the welded in nuts in the seat pedestals hat the top brackets screws into? John R 81 Westy
• Re: Headlight unit replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 22:14:24 EST
  ...forward to going to the # # # # # # # dealer to get hassled just trying to buy the right parts bits clips screws ect........ Jim morgan 86GL "Breadbox"
• H&R Sport Springs?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Tu
  Tue, 9 Apr 2002 12:51:33 -0700
  ...by auto engineer from Germany that I shouldn't, that it screws up the suspension geometry and the car would handle worse. I have...
• Re: Brake switch swap procedure? 2nd try...
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 28 Feb 2007 17:20:54 -0500
  ...Undo the 4 attaching screws, pull off the plugs from the dash switches,Unhook the speedo by squeezing the two halves together(comes rightoff...
• Re: Ignition switch replacement Experience?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 20:36:47 -0800
  ...Must have overtightened the screws. I reinstalled the stalk combo, checking wipers every couple of seconds, and they still work. So I'm relieved...
• Re: How to remove the ....
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Sat, 26 Apr 2014 22:22:43 -0500
  Once all of the screws mentioned are off, you will have to press down on the plate to get it to unseat from from...
• Re: Power window problem
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
  Mon, 29 Jun 1998 16:06:30 +0200
  ...get two screws in alignment with two corresponding wholes in the door, and 2. put the whole mechanics into a state where it's...
• WAS:trip out west-NOW: Heater valve
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 5 Aug 2010 17:08:57 -0600
  ...Removing the dash gauge hood then the gauge cluster (4 phillips screws) is very easy to do. The hardest part of that, in my...
• Re: h4 headlights
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Sat, 14 Apr 2007 13:23:02 -0500
  ...If you go to https://www.dormanproducts.com and go to "Part Category Search -> Headlamp -> Headlamp Adjusting Screws", you can see some of what...
• Re: Mud flaps
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Sat, 26 Jan 2008 14:27:23 -0500
  ...JFF On Jan 26, 2008, at 2:05 PM, Vdub Guy wrote: <too replaced the PITA clips with #8x3/4" stainless sheet metal screws...
• Re: Two emblems on back of Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - James
  Tue, 28 Oct 2014 22:30:32 -0400
  ...I think the two screws in our ours were put there by a previous owner to fill the holes when the 'Multivan' emblem went...
• Re: Table repair (report)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:41:52 -0700
  ...The screws stripped out. > > It appeared this had happened before. There were 8 holes chewed out by > stripped screws. Since there were dents/scratches...
• Re: Technique For Removing Speedo needle? Project done!!
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 19:25:22 -0500
  ...After removing the 2 black screws that hold the face plate, there was a brass thingie and the coil spring that I didn't...
• Re: AW: Two emblems on back of Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 28 Oct 2014 08:05:31 +0000
  ...The emblems don't have screws, just plastic tabs to align them and doublesided tape to stick them - so if you have screws there...
• Re: go westy package came and...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 27 Feb 2013 12:13:25 -0800
  ...then tighten the 2 Phillips > head screws that have come loose. > Reinstall the arm rest. > The screws for the mount have come loose from...
• 'fridge: saggy door, wimpy latch
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Fri, 25 Feb 2000 13:35:11 -0800
  ...The fridge door hinges have noticeable play (looseness) in them, but the screws attaching the hinge to the door and cabinet seem really tight...
• Re: right rear interior trim panel removal
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 11:33:17 -0700
  ...i think). > > i am able to get the rest of the screws out, pop the black plastic holders > out of the sheetmetal, but cannot...
• Loctite
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 29 Sep 2018 14:17:04 +0000
  I have a few screws loose (ha-ha).  Could someone tell me about the different grades/colors of Loctite? Oil, water and vibration resistance...
• Re: Westy screw covers
  Historical mailing list - Justin B. Jensen
  Sun, 14 Sep 1997 21:33:02 -0700
  Todd Last wrote: > > Does anyone have the secret to getting those grey plastic screw covers off > of the Westy interior screws without mascerating them...
• Re: westy speaker replacement
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 4 Jun 2006 11:42:45 -0700
  ...As Joy pointed out, four screws per speaker, they just drop out. Replaced with upgraded speakers from Crutchfield, a littl clearance issue but a...
• Re: My 2 cents on head leaks and rubber studs
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Thu, 15 Feb 2007 10:26:54 -0500
  ...Allen screws, stupid! Ben
• Re: Accelerator Pedal
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Auch
  Sat, 3 Dec 2022 20:08:11 -0500
  ...How is the pedal attached? I saw two holes, but could not find the screws. Please advise. Thanks so much >>> -Jamie Auch >>> The Kooky...
• Re: Flickering Oil Light at Idle
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Sun, 7 Sep 2014 18:23:06 -0700
  ...instrument cover? > > 2 Screws JustForward of the Face of the 3Pod & some SelfStick VelcroStrips FartherForward ~ > > It Really ShouldHave 2 more screws in it Instead...
• Re: back seat, '91 camper
  Historical mailing list - Madeline
  Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:39:42 -0700
  ...back upholstery screws at the bottom on the back facing the rear hatch, and if you're careful after removing the screws you can...
• Re: Front Suspension - Screws
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 24 May 2009 13:25:39 -0700
  ...arm 251 407 153 B, there are three M10x80 Hex Head Screws N 010 > 480 2 on each side, which hold together the lower...
• Re: screens
  Historical mailing list - Marcus Doherr
  Tue, 8 Nov 1994 08:25:23 -0800 (PST)
  ...Most > I've looked at have the screws going through the black gasket material > into the body. > > Not really removeable, but... > > -Jim > I've...
• Re: diesel engine cover
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Jan 1997 23:37:43 -0500 (EST)
  ...It should be attached with about (6) 10 mm nuts and bolts and about 8 or so sheet metal screws. There are holes for...
• Re: Replacement Canvas for Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 18 May 2005 11:04:03 -0400
  ...Depending on model year, the canvas is either held in place with aluminum strips and screws, or staples and aluminum strips and screws. I...
• Re: so, I replaced the rear seat lap belts
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:01:40 -0500
  ...My torque wrench (cheapy) I abandoned, because I did not want to break it, and it would not turn the screws at 60 ft...
• Re: Bad plastic(s)
  Historical mailing list - Mark L. Hineline
  Thu, 3 Feb 2011 05:08:18 -0800
  ...Newbie owner > tries to remove or adjust column cover and doesn't realize there are > screws holding it in place. Brake fluid reservoir -- it...
• Re: Remving the camping equipment and a source for paint
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Wed, 28 Feb 2007 16:45:09 -0800
  ...Remove screws that hold seal to pipes, Loosen screws under the floor of water outlet 10mm bolts of three on the left of the...
• Rear view mirror disintegrating
  Historical mailing list - Phil
  Sat, 12 Jul 1997 21:44:49 -0700
  ...Does anyone know how to replace the mirror? I see no screws for removal. 2. Does anyone know where I can find a replacement...
• SA Grill removal (still wondering)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Tue, 16 Nov 1999 02:04:01 EST
  ...and the like? (as you may remember the 1/2 turn screws that attache the American grill has been replaced by a fixed stud...
• How to remove rear heater cowling?
  Historical mailing list - Robie Pierce
  Sun, 3 Jun 2001 16:32:03 -0400
  91 Carat - How does the rear heater box cowling come off? All screws out. Something under flow director box hangs it up. Also, how...
• Re: Advice on putting up the A/C that came crashing down on my head.
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 19:11:13 -0700
  ...I've already put in larger washers under the front support screws. Thanks, Jack '85 GL Original Owner On 18 Sep 2002, at 21...
• Re: Was cv joint question
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Fri, 18 Oct 2013 08:08:48 -0400
  ...scary if two screws just pulled out, on one cv joint/flange , >> without unscrewing them. >> >> that would mean only four screws holding that one...
• Re: How to remove the ....
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 26 Apr 2014 17:17:15 -0700
  ...On 04/26/2014 05:09 PM, Stuart MacMillan wrote: > I think the two screws on the sides of the cabinet need to come...
• Re: Dash removal for AC access
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:44:14 -0700
  ...Don't forget the screws "hidden" behind the door at the front pillar. At top front of dash, don't undo the bigger fasteners...
• Check your rear seat heater for leaks
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Mon, 6 Apr 2009 21:10:10 -0400
  ...I then went to remove the two screws holding the heater assembly to the floor. One of the screws had rusted in half while...
• Size of shortened hex key for replacing H20 pump on a 1.9?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 6 Jul 2015 19:31:56 -0700
  ...It's for the cap screws that are too close to the exhaust pipe for even the short arm, and I'd like to...
• Truck Mirrors Installation - Pics Needed - Advice
  Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
  Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:54:50 -0700
  ...He said he has to go buy installation screws; there were none included. thanks! Donna, 87 Syncro 7 passenger
• FS; Window Screen.
  Historical mailing list - Chris Findley
  Sun, 22 Jul 2001 01:45:42 EDT
  This screen simply screws into the window molding it does have two small holes in the screen which would be very very easy to...
• Re: Parts availability
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 14 Jul 2019 18:23:00 -0700
  ...Plastic housing (and clear lens and screws) looked like new. Must have been replaced at some point in their life. On the other housing...