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• Who knows Terry Kay
  Historical mailing list - Denis-F. Bastien
  Mon, 8 Dec 2003 23:35:51 -0500
  Does someone can help me in finding Terry Kay; the email adress on its Vanagon Upgrades do not seems to work anymore ! Thanks Denis
• Re: Haynes Manuals
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 16:22:52 -0500
  GEORGE J GREEN wrote: > >sir, thank you very much for finding my father's birthday gift. > > Yer Welcome!! John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Chelsea...
• what is this wire...?
  Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
  Mon, 26 Nov 2007 19:31:05 -0500
  That's part of VW's dealer diagnostic equipment, for finding TDC. You can take it out or ignore it. tabe johnson/87 westy
• Audi 15" rims and tires
  Historical mailing list - paul banks
  Sun, 4 Apr 1999 17:24:29 -0400
  ...I have called around to several tire dealers in my area (Toronto) and had a difficult time finding a suitable replacement. The trouble being...
• Vanagon Gas Tank Made in Taiwan
  Historical mailing list - bernie
  Thu, 28 Apr 2016 19:46:17 -0700
  Hi All I am getting one of these installed tomorrow. Are people finding this to pretty good? Any input appreciated. Thank you, Bernie
• Help finding wheel alignment adjustments
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Sat, 29 Jul 2000 14:39:46 -1000
  Where are the appropriate areas in doing a wheel alignment adjustments? I got the new Wishbone Racing "The Aligner" tool wish@istar.ca Dan
• finding value of a canadian VW TRUCK
  Historical mailing list - Darrel
  Thu, 6 Mar 2003 16:35:15 -0500
  Does anyone knoe how I can find the value of a canadian VW TRUCK? Darrel Combs 88 vanagon with 92 cabriolet engine
• Re: Bus Depot..Praise.
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sun, 10 Jun 2007 17:46:39 -0400
  Yes, Rick has spent tons of time finding me obscure items.Always with a smile. He gets the chance to tell you about his...
• Re: Finding a slow battery drain
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 12:55:54 -0500
  ...14, 2000 12:02 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Finding a slow battery drain Hi, My 1985 Vanagon has a slow battery...
• Online Directories To County and City Campgrounds?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 3 May 2010 09:27:13 -0700
  ...But the problem is finding them because there is usually little or no local signs and they don't appear in the various guides...
• O2 sensor light reset?
  Historical mailing list - Dwight Mattix
  Tue, 20 May 1997 10:28:39 -0700
  how to reset this light? some past list discussion said to look for switch behind speedo, but i'm not finding it. any clues...
• Re: Syncro lock light
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Thomas
  Tue, 18 Aug 1998 13:27:10 EDT
  ...I'll keep you posted on my findings. None of my lights work at all. kurt thomas 87 syncro
• Re: Help finding machanic in Alberta
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Thu, 12 Sep 2002 18:33:24 -0400
  Fred at Westside Automotive. 10010 168th Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB (780) 489-8021 Good people. Keith Adams Calgary, AB, CA 86 Westy / 64 Beetle
• Part number for Syncro transmission mounts
  Historical mailing list - Will Morris
  Tue, 6 Apr 2004 09:36:26 -0400
  Can somebody give me the part number(s) for the Syncro transmission mounts? My dealer is having a difficult time finding them. tia, Will
• Bentley Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sun, 10 Aug 2008 07:20:30 -0500
  Anyone with a Bentley FS for the 91GL? Having trouble finding one and tired of asking alot of stupid questions. Thanks. -- Michael in San...
• Re: 5th time today- Van stolen 35 years ago
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 6 Nov 2009 15:02:21 -0500
  That's kinda like Woody Allen finding that '93 beetle in the cave after all those years. Did it start right up?
• A-arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Sat, 6 Jul 2002 20:13:31 EDT
  ...Took about 3 hrs ( upper control arm ) The pain was finding some one to tack weld the bushing after i replaced them. Jim Morgan...
• Re: trim piece
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Fri, 21 Mar 2003 11:05:09 -0500
  If you are successful in finding some, please let me know. I am short of both on my '84 Westy I'm about to...
• Re: Exhaust leaks
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Mon, 19 Sep 2005 15:33:07 -0400
  ...It's a bit of a strange technique, but if it works for finding tire leaks, my thinking was that it would work great...
• Looking for late '80s Westfalia in LA area
  Historical mailing list - Beth Benjamin
  Mon, 22 Jul 96 10:10:20 PDT
  ...But NOT yet having the best of luck finding one (yesterday was particularly disappointing as I thought I had one but it got away...
• Re: tail light up grade
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Wed, 25 Apr 2001 05:52:31 -0500
  ...You might want to research this one, and suppply the list with your findings. Again, the turn signal and brake light bulbs are single...
• Re: WHEELS FOR 1984 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Mon, 22 Jul 2002 18:05:17 EDT
  ...My biggest hassle was finding the right sized studs and corresponding nuts to work with the alloys. >> I never have trouble finding the right...
• Re: New AC Thing
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 13:26:54 -0700
  ...my mustache with this stuff. > I'll report my findings as I have findings. Any chance you could do some pre-conversion cabin/vent...
• Power WIndow Fuse?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Sun, 20 Jan 2013 22:09:38 -0500
  Does anyone know what fuse controls the power windows? I'm having trouble finding this information, and think i've blown it. This is...
• Re: Snarky defined was Actual burn times with Mr Buddy MH9B (Little Buddy)
  Historical mailing list - jeff ensing
  Mon, 8 Nov 2010 18:51:07 -0500
  Wonders if Michael will be finding out how long the Lil buddy heater works tonight sleeping in the van?
• Costco Tires?
  Historical mailing list - James Lipman
  Tue, 14 Nov 2000 16:23:01 -0800
  Has anyone tried the Kirkland brand tire? I'm having a hard time finding the Michelins.... __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Calendar - Get organized for...
• Re: A/C ducting
  Historical mailing list - - James Shinosky
  Sat, 1 Aug 1998 17:56:56 EDT
  Ever thought of finding a later model vanagon at the wreck yard and salvaging its full lengthwise a/c duct system for your van...
• Wanted!
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Kweder
  Tue, 5 Jun 2001 16:23:13 EDT
  ...I am having trouble finding what I want. Please help if you can. Kevin [text/html]
• Re: Engine removal on an AUTO
  Historical mailing list - Tony Thompson
  Tue, 19 Mar 2002 22:10:23 -0500
  I had the same problem finding the bolts but if you drap a small mirror next to the access hole they are pretty easy...
• Re: Gas smell
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 21:52:39 -0500
  ...2011, B Feddish wrote... >I've got an ongoing problem with the smell of gas. > >Any thoughts on finding this? Bic lighter? JUST KIDDING!
• Syncro crank seal
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Mon, 13 Mar 2006 11:17:40 -0500
  Hi All, I'm having trouble finding the part # for the special syncro crank seal that resides behind the fan pulley. Does anyone have...
• Question about torque? (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Kimmons Anthony
  Fri, 4 Aug 2006 16:01:16 -0500
  Anyone have the know-how about using an extension with a torque wrench? I'm finding a variety of answers on the net, anyone...
• Re: Moving our aging bodies on from Vanagon (sniff!)
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 5 Aug 2019 18:45:04 -0400
  ...Thinking about selling and > finding one with AC - if it actually works? And is AC the same in every > year? > > So does Westfalia AC...
• Carbs for a '72 camper
  Historical mailing list - Wayne Baughman
  Sat, 29 Oct 94 09:06:35 EDT
  I would appreciate any help in finding out the overall best (smoothest accel- eration) carbs to install for my camper/van. The Weber I...
• (no subject)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Sun, 4 Nov 2001 21:31:11 EST
  I am in need of help finding The paint code for my 86GL. there is NO sticker under the left dash. and v.w...
• lowering springs updated link
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:19:31 -0800
  Here are a couple of options for finding the springs. Yahoo Mail hyperlink option is messin' it up. http://tinyurl.com/84gtxv � eBay auction...
• Re: Timing Issues
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 29 Dec 2013 13:41:25 -0800
  ...Having trouble finding a > working tach and I need desperately to go shopping for one on Monday. > > John >
• Re: Cold weather and flat tires
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 20:02:36 -0800
  RE: Finding Hankook Tires Ellen, give Discount Tire a call. The can get the Hankooks and will normally match any other price. They could...
• 12V Space Heaters?
  Historical mailing list - Charles D Earl
  Thu, 30 Jan 1997 01:00:50 -0800 (PST)
  I am interested in finding out about 12V space heaters for my van, preferably one with a low electrical draw. Any info about this...
• Am I in luck on wire harness?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 19:42:52 -1000
  Am I in luck on finding a wire harness under the driver's seat and now I can just hook it up the Bus...
• Help finding left front mudflap for 84 vanagon camper
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Thu, 7 Dec 2000 13:14:58 -0500
  Just lost the whole thing, flap, bracket, nuts & bolts, etc. Would appreciate any ideas for replacements. The flap served to protect the propane tank...
• where to buy factory paint
  Historical mailing list - dj
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 01:06:21 -0700
  Need help finding a source for factory paint for my 86 Vanagon. Need both aerosol can for touchup and gallon for spray painting. Also...
• Vanagons in PGH PA
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Thu, 4 Jul 1996 23:19:24 -0400 (EDT)
  Just interested in finding out the number of people in the Pittsburgh PA area on the Vanagon list.. Please respond. Eric Zeno emz@nauticom...
• Looking for Places To Sell Vehicles.....
  Historical mailing list - Kurtis Thomas
  Sun, 5 Sep 1999 21:23:45 EDT
  I am looking to the list for help on finding free web sites to sell my MOTORCYCLE (1991 CBR1000F) since military move forces me...
• Re: How much is a 68 Single cab worth
  Historical mailing list - Michael Pidcoe
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 20:31:37 -0500
  ...I was more interested in finding it a good home than making money though. Mike
• Re: Aerodynamics - Some experimental comments!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Thu, 21 Oct 2004 01:01:23 -0400
  ...What were your findings with respect to the presure at the intake vents at the rear of the Westy...positive or negative?
• Re: where to obtain a poptop for conversion
  Historical mailing list - - Melissa Puckett
  Mon, 8 May 2006 17:52:38 EDT
  Maybe hes finally gotten lost in that maze of his??? Good luck on finding a poptop, I am on the east coast and still...
• Favorite used car part lots (junkyards)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Jul 1995 12:14:27 -0400
  ...I do a lot of traveling and would like to explore these lots and report good findings. John '57 single cab (Louise)
• Re: Outside Road Noise (Finding a Bentely)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Mon, 1 Mar 1999 10:05:45 PST
  Volks - I screwed up and gave the wrong url for book searches The correct one is - http://www.bookfinder.com/ Mike ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private...
• radiator fan resistor
  Historical mailing list - Rob & Lrae Winterkorn
  Sun, 30 Apr 2000 22:07:58 -0500
  I am having no luck finding a radiator fan speed resistor. Is there someone parting out a van that can send me one? I...
• finding lighted power on an 83
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 24 Jun 2005 08:52:18 -0500
  I'm wanting to add a pyrometer to my turbo installation and am looking for instrument lighting when the lights are on. Where is...
• grill grates
  Historical mailing list - Chris Renz
  Mon, 30 Jan 2006 10:51:33 -0800
  ...Did anyone end up finding a new source for these, or posting any pictures on how to DIY? I to would like to tackle...
• vangons and side tents
  Historical mailing list - John Brush
  Sat, 8 Jun 2002 15:33:51 -0400
  ...I was wondering how many of you that camp have had success finding places where you can use a tent attached to the van...
• Re: auxiliary battery for 87 westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Mon, 10 Jan 2000 17:32:00 -0500
  ...Can someone help me in finding simple information on how to do it? Marco Biancardi star@maui.net
• Re: Help finding paint code
  Historical mailing list - Samuel L. Walters
  Tue, 31 Oct 2000 17:12:17 -0500
  Try this file in archives. ftp://gerry.vanagon.com/pub/paint-codes/ Also seems like I say some actual color charts on the VW...
• Re: xmas Trip Report
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Snook
  Mon, 14 Jan 2008 11:23:08 -0800
  ...It's an odd sensation driving through weather like that with Finding Nemo playing in your ears..." That's a great mental image! :) "Oh...
• GTX 20W50 Going Away?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Tue, 15 Apr 2014 13:37:19 -0700
  Anyone else having problems finding Castrol GTX 20W50 motor oil? My local Wally World has stopped carrying it, as has the local Napa & Orielly...
• Re: Rear License Plate Door, Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Feldstein
  Wed, 19 Mar 1997 07:39:25 -0800
  ...I spilt oil on the ground for 8 years and 130,000 miles before finding this spout! -- Jeff Feldstein Cisco Systems jfeldste@cisco.com
• finding a repair shop
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 27 Jan 1997 08:32:15 -0500 (EST)
  My name is Sudhir Desai. I have an '84 Vanagon that needs an engine transplant. I was wondering if there were any good repair...
• Finding a slow battery drain
  Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 12:01:56 -0500
  Hi, My 1985 Vanagon has a slow battery drain where if left for a few weeks the battery will fully discharge. Any idea on...