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  • Re: Black door panel anyone?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:41:32 -0700
    ...vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 7:41 PM Subject: Re: Black door panel anyone? Are you talking about the strictly...
  • Solar Power: A couple of ideas
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 8 May 2008 07:17:33 -0700
    ...travel trailer and the vanagon, leaving the trailer in place for long periods. We bought another larger solar panel, one with a charge controller...
  • Re: Solar panels for your Vanagon..
    Historical mailing list - David Etter
    Sun, 17 Jun 2007 15:20:50 -0300
    ...There are square cells and round cells; there are "film" panels, crystalline panels etc., - - - - Mono-crystal silicon; Non-ribbon multicrystalline silicon; Ribbon multicrystalline silicon...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Solar Panels and a vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Thu, 13 May 2010 17:52:59 -0700
    ...Solar panels and Westy A search of the WetWesties message arcives and the vanagon.com archives will find a lot of discussion on this...
  • Front panel availablity
    Historical mailing list - A PETER MARSH
    Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:37:41 -0500
    ...that THERE ARE NO NEW BODY PANELS for the front of our old beasties? Looking for the lower front panel for 91 Vanagon. PM
  • Re: Simpler Alternative to welding body panels
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sun, 25 Mar 2001 11:48:30 -0800
    ...The right "fender" and lower front panel were attached to each other by glue, and the front panel was completely attached by glue. The...
  • FS/LF Int. Sliding door panel
    Historical mailing list - Arthur Anderson
    Thu, 24 Oct 2002 12:49:08 -0400
    Hello- I'm looking for an interior panel for the sliding door of my 85 Vanagon. In my searches, I've managed to come...
  • Re: Wall paneling for campers?
    Historical mailing list - The Westy man
    Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:32:43 -0700
    ...zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 10:53 AM Subject: Wall paneling for campers? I wonder if...
  • electrical woes
    Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
    Mon, 26 May 1997 18:14:00 +0000
    I had an intermittant failure of the three instrument panel lights that come on with the headlight switch when I bought my 84' Vanagon...
  • Re: Kombi on fire
    Historical mailing list - Joe Clark
    Fri, 6 Oct 1995 00:19:49 +0000
    ...Closeup of Franklin, Phineas, and Freddy's disturbed faces and a loud SCRAPE underneath van. panel 6: Van on side of road, Phineas reaching...
  • Re: Replacement door panels
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Tue, 28 Dec 2010 08:34:36 -0500
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Replacement door panels I need to replace three door panels - one passenger and driver door, and one sliding door...
  • 7 door panel...
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 11 Sep 1995 13:40:43 -0700
    ...The term "7-door panel" Bus is actually something I picked up from Mr. VanBondo. Albeit I probably mis-quoted the afore-mentioned sir...
  • instrument panel short =?UTF-8?Q?=3D=20no=20start=3F?=
    Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
    Thu, 6 Nov 2014 13:16:01 -0500
    Vanagonauts: I started my bus the other day to the sound of a crackling electrical short somewhere under the instrument panel, accompanied by a...
  • Re: right rear interior trim panel removal
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Sun, 8 Jul 2001 11:33:17 -0700
    If I remember correctly, you have to take out the off-white panel at the very back of the van in order to get...
  • Re: Syncro Double Slider Panel Van
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Wed, 14 Jan 2015 10:34:25 -0700
    ...point of a panel van if you do all that. ?? That's a VeryValid question If One HasNeed of a PanelVan ~ But IfNot ~ Then...
  • SOLD.......Re: FS: 87 2wd Vanagon panel van
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Mon, 29 May 2006 03:30:50 -0700
    Hello again, Just wanted to say thank you to all of you who expressed interest in my 87 panel. The panel van has been...
  • Re: Source for driver's side body repair panel?
    Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
    Sun, 13 Apr 2003 06:55:28 -0400
    ...that, besides the seam rust, the >panel had been dented and filled before I got the Van and the fiberglass >insulation was soaking wet...
  • Re: How to access exterior slider track
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:01:11 -0400
    On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 9:43 AM, Allan Streib <streib@cs.indiana.edu> wrote: > I was trying to remove the cover panel...
  • Re: solar panel $100.00
    Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
    Wed, 10 May 2017 18:08:59 -0500
    ...I have not used the panel that I linked to above but many other Vanagon owners have without an issue. Just another option... Abel...
  • Re: Solar Panel Fitment
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 8 Apr 2009 13:09:09 -0700
    ...I thought the OP's main question had to do with mounting panels to his van, so I didn't think I had anything...
  • Re: Justifying a solar panel : dual use?
    Historical mailing list - Sam Conant
    Mon, 2 Jul 2007 16:44:54 -0400
    ...Justifying a solar panel : dual use? > It would be cool if there was a cost-efficient way to use your > vanagon's solar panel...
  • wierd interior in '87 ebay syncro.......
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 28 Sep 2002 16:05:42 -0700
    ...jumpseats? How about the panel under your bench/bed, was it > tan plastic or the wooden type like the Vanagon in question? > > The only...
  • Re: removal of rear door panel
    Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
    Fri, 10 Nov 2006 18:52:25 -0800
    ...UCSB.EDU> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, November 10, 2006 1:45 PM Subject: removal of rear door panel > Hello, > > Can someone...
  • Re: instument panel lamps
    Historical mailing list - Yi-Ruey Wei
    Tue, 28 Jul 1998 03:47:12 -0500
    ...Vanagon@VANAGON.COM cc: Subject: instument panel lamps Any advice about changing burnt out instrument panel lamps on my 87 Vanagon? specifically the heater...
  • WTB: Beige door panel for 1986 Westy
    Historical mailing list - John N. Motlagh
    Wed, 27 Oct 2004 11:48:17 -0500
    Friends, My door panel finally gave up the ghost, and now it looks like the inside of my van is under construction. Does any...
  • Re: Foldable Solar Panels
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 13 Oct 2013 18:05:00 -0700
    What I've found really handy is to have a universal plug on the output line of my 150w solar panel. Those two prong...
  • Re: wood trim FS
    Historical mailing list - Wolfsburg
    Wed, 3 Jun 1998 20:24:54 -0700
    Jim, I am looking for one of these panels. I have the plans drawn up for my 1991 Vanagon. I know the panels are...
  • Re: repair panel
    Historical mailing list - Benny boy
    Thu, 11 Jan 2007 09:39:02 -0500
    ...keep the van... not sure)) for now but will be bilingual soon: http://www.benplace.com/85westy2.htm this is the panel section (bilingual...
  • removal of rear door panel
    Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
    Fri, 10 Nov 2006 13:45:56 -0800
    ...the best way to pop off the panel that covers the rear door on a vanagon. Ie i need to get to motor for...
  • vanagon airco switches (mounting panel)
    Historical mailing list - Raf Knockaert
    Fri, 20 May 2011 23:03:48 +0200
    Hello, In the late Vanagon the airco switches (AC temperature control and blower fan switch) are mounted in a little panel between the radio...
  • Re: powerful solar panel that fits luggage rack
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:52:43 EDT
    ...See my set-up here > _Vanagon Westfalia Solar Panel_ (http://frankcondelli.com/solar.htm) Remember, bigger is better. Max out put of the panel...
  • Heater Trim Panel
    Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
    Sat, 23 May 2020 19:47:32 -0700
    Search 'heater trim panel' in VANAGON
  • instument panel lamps
    Historical mailing list - Jess Lopatynski
    Sun, 26 Jul 1998 16:52:18 -0400
    Any advice about changing burnt out instrument panel lamps on my 87 Vanagon? specifically the heater control panel. It doesn't just pop off...
  • Re: Solar Panels - from where - Mounting?
    Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
    Tue, 19 Nov 2002 15:19:29 -0600
    ...I always attempt to park with the van headed north so I can maximize the amount of sunshine that hits the panel. Dave in...
  • Re: Rear panel clips found a new way
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Thu, 30 Dec 2004 16:49:14 -0600
    ...bberisford@COMCAST.NET> >To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> >Sent: Wednesday, December 29, 2004 5:12 PM >Subject: Rear panel clips > > >Group > I'm looking...
  • Re: Replacing lower vanagon sliding door skin
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Sun, 4 Mar 2018 13:14:28 +0000
    Our Quebecois friend Ben has several panel replacement projects documented on his website.  Click the link and scroll around.  Sometimes takes some digging to...
  • Re: repair panel
    Historical mailing list - Jim Henry
    Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:18:24 -0500
    ...Jim Henry Durham, NC 84 westy, in need of several panel repairs! > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] > On...
  • Re: Syncro Double Slider Panel Van
    Historical mailing list - Tim Mc Dermott
    Thu, 15 Jan 2015 11:16:12 -0500
    ...point of a panel van if you do all that. ?? >> >> That's a VeryValid question If One HasNeed of a PanelVan ~ But IfNot ~ Then...
  • Yakima roof rack fit
    Historical mailing list - mad madeline
    Mon, 21 May 2007 18:14:41 -0700
    Great modification for the short distance on the regular van!! Madeline Shape Yahoo! in your own image. Join our Network Research Panel today!http...
  • Re: Luggage PV Panel?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 17 Jun 2016 09:01:11 -0700
    I too had considered doing that but maybe with a flexible panel mounted on an aluminum sheet. Design front hinge to double as a...
  • Re: REVIEW: Renogy 100w Solar Panel Suitcase
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford
    Wed, 24 Feb 2016 12:18:12 -0500
    ...gmail.com> wrote: > Want a solar panel option you can get up and running on your Vanagon in > less than an hour that costs...
  • Possible Solar Charge Controller Warning ?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 6 May 2015 12:18:16 -0700
    ...battery(ies) tied to a solar panel, disconnect your solar panel from its' controller. Solar panel power to an unloaded controller can damage the...
  • Joel, Stat Update, 60 DD Panel
    Historical mailing list - Jon Christensen
    Thu, 23 May 1996 09:49:10 -0500 (CDT)
    Joel/List, I 'scored' another Splittie panel this week. This one is a 60 Double Door Panel, sealing wax red. The same Bus that...
  • 1984 interior panels
    Historical mailing list - Ki
    Fri, 21 Nov 2003 10:35:10 -0800
    will 84 panels fit in an 87 vanagon?
  • Re: Replacing lower vanagon sliding door skin
    Historical mailing list - B Feddish
    Sun, 4 Mar 2018 14:14:59 +0000
    ...B Feddish; vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Replacing lower vanagon sliding door skin Our Quebecois friend Ben has several panel replacement projects documented...
  • WTB- Brown sliding door panel for 82 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - S.Harrison
    Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:59:39 -0800
    ...I opened the door and folded the damn panel by a third! Now the quest for a new one. 82 Vanagon panel wanted, all...
  • Last Tan Sliding Door Interior Panel
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
    Thu, 13 Sep 2007 11:25:26 -0400
    ...These were used on 84-87 Vanagons with light brown/tan interior. I would like $250 for this panel. I believe the dealer wants...
  • Re: Wiring for 85 fridge / water LED panel needed
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Mon, 6 Jun 2005 15:04:38 -0700
    ...Mark Vanagon wrote: >Hi volks, > >I have an 85 fridge panel and want to use it to let me know when the fridge >is...
  • Custom Interior Panels
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Wed, 16 Feb 2000 17:01:19 EST
    ...Pricing would be similar to the van panels they carry now. It is my understanding that they are currently building panels for someone's...
  • Re: Solar
    Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
    Thu, 1 May 2008 10:36:05 -0700
    ...Others have either permanently mounted the panel(s) to the roof or stash smaller panels in the van for a more portable solution. One...
  • Temp covering for body panel rust rot
    Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
    Wed, 2 May 2012 14:39:59 +0000
    ...getting inside the body panels, and b) at least give a faint attempt at improving the appearance of the van. Gregg 90 Westy (Blueberry)
  • Re: REVIEW: Renogy 100w Solar Panel Suitcase
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Wed, 24 Feb 2016 17:14:35 +0000
    ...Want a solar panel option you can get up and running on your Vanagon in less than an hour that costs about $285 total...
  • Re: Beige door panel for 1986 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
    Wed, 27 Oct 2004 16:01:09 -0400
    ...vw/dpanel1.jpg > > > >stan, thats a left side wall panel from a pass van, not a doorpanel.. :<) > what year is that from tho? > >chris
  • Re: Calling all solar gurus
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:35:15 EDT
    ...Eastern Daylight Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: You need more info on the fridge. You need a better more powerful output panel. You...
  • Re: Fluid Filming the underbody of van
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 13 Oct 2012 11:34:13 -0700
    ...glue narrow blocks of Rigid Board to panel, apply FF, vapour barrier, then Rigid Board. A floating panel is the goal. Create a little...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 17 Apr 2005 (#2005-314)
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Wed, 20 Apr 2005 19:15:38 -0600
    ...if the panel charged the battery or not. > How can you tell? > > Tom Buese- solar is good, except if the van is in the...
  • Re: Need center panel sheet metal from SF Bay Area junkyard
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
    Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:41:53 -0700
    ...them to the inside of the van. Cut out 4 more similar shaped pieces from the junkyard panel and use those to fill the...
  • Re: WANTED: Various washer/door/powerlock parts for '87 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Wed, 3 May 2006 15:48:05 -0700
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: WANTED: Various washer/door/powerlock parts for '87 Vanagon On the subject of these buckled door panels... anyone...
  • Re: instrument panel short = no start?
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Thu, 6 Nov 2014 11:40:20 -0800
    ...wrote: > Vanagonauts: > > I started my bus the other day to the sound of a crackling electrical > short somewhere under the instrument panel, accompanied by...
  • Re: Source for driver's side body repair panel?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Sat, 12 Apr 2003 18:57:47 -0700
    ...that, besides the seam rust, the > panel had been dented and filled before I got the Van and the fiberglass > insulation was soaking wet...