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  • Re: A&E Horizon Case Awning?
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sun, 15 Aug 2004 10:22:25 -0600
    ...Bob Stevens '87 Westy Syncro http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tiico
  • Re: [WetWesties] Depressing weekend (The conclusion to the conclusion)
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:04:57 -0700
    dear repaired and rejuvenated glad to see you have had success getting your van back in one piece dont forget to recheck fuel lines...
  • Call for VW Shop Reviews - North America
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Sun, 13 Aug 2006 07:53:21 -0700
    Volks, Have you had a good or bad experience at a VW Repair Shop in North American. Please share your expereince and help us...
  • Re: Addition to Westy Rear Table Mod + Slider Window Repair
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:08:21 -0700
    On Wed, Aug 18, 2010 at 12:17 PM, neil n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > The slider window repair works fine. Just felt like...
  • Re: [Syncro] Can a 90A or 120A alternator be used for welding?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 21 Jun 2005 10:14:47 -0400
    ...can I, or rather, what is the harm in > using the > Vanagon's electrical system to do emergency field repairs? I am > talkingabout using...
  • Re: Vanagons - Official Repair Microfiche & Bentley book
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Wed, 30 Apr 2003 08:26:40 -0700
    ...Typically, before starting any repair, I do a search on the Bentley CD-ROM for any relevant info I need to do that particular...
  • Re: W. Coast Canada members, was Re: Spillbuster cup/glass holder
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:22:29 -0800
    Good point Phil! Web page repaired. Neil. On Tue, Feb 12, 2013 at 5:38 PM, Phil Zimmerman <philzimm1@shaw.ca> wrote: > ------------------ > A Group...
  • Re: Stuck in Council Bluffs IA
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 13 Aug 2010 21:27:05 -0700
    On Fri, Aug 13, 2010 at 8:05 PM, David Boan <dboan@comcast.net> wrote: > > > Does anyone know a repair place in Omaha or...
  • Re: Grill fix glue?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:59:51 -0700
    ...to repair cracks and breaks. Held up fine. Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com...
  • Re: [vanagon] 83.5-91 Vanagon Front Heater Core-NEW!
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:42:00 -0600
    ...Yahoo! Groups]<http://groups.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTJiZ2pqazUxBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzYzNzQ1BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwOTkyNjI0MARzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNnZnAEc3RpbWUDMTI1MDg3OTE1NA--> > Change settings via the Web<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/vanagon/join;_ylc=X3oDMTJkN3N2cHQ4BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzYzNzQ1BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwOTkyNjI0MARzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNzdG5ncwRzdGltZQMxMjUwODc5MTU0>(Yahoo! ID...
  • [Syncro] 87' Syncro Westy for Sale (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
    Mon, 16 Sep 2002 12:44:35 -0700
    ...Fold down 2 bike rack, and a factory repair manual (nice bonus). Living in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, 5 hrs from Salt Lake City, Utah...
  • Windshield Fluid Patch; so far so good.
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:41:57 -0800
    ...The PO's repair finally failed. I had a little 5 Minute "Steel" epoxy stowed in the back of Jaco and nothing to lose...
  • Re: Microfiche or Bentley (paper)
    Historical mailing list - VW Doka
    Tue, 20 Nov 2007 12:14:08 -0800
    ...simple access and navigation through the repair groups. They are a valuable source of original service and repair information for 1969 to 1994 Volkswagens...
  • Zoltan, shout out
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Mon, 14 Dec 2020 09:37:26 -0500
    ...I had to repair it my time and my expence. Will not recommend this shop ever. -Bob -----Original Message----- From: "tnlsea via groups.io...
  • Re: Consumer Reports - Our Favorite(or otherwise) Repair Shops
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Mon, 5 Jul 1999 11:54:34 -0700
    ...Consumer Reports - Our Favorite(or otherwise) Repair Shops The archive being recalcitrant I will risk the groups displeasure and ask whether anyone has ever...
  • Re: those plastic breather thingys under the front wheel-wells
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sun, 1 Aug 2010 20:00:48 -0700
    ...had* repaired them a while back with this stuff...." Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google...
  • LP (propane) Tank Repaired? (PICS)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:21:59 -0700
    ...Since tech and I speculated that tank may have been repaired, IMO, one would be wise to inspect the welds if inspecting their tank...
  • Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 4 Mar 2013 09:27:16 -0800
    ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Pop Top Wood Frame Damage. PIC
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 18 Mar 2013 20:26:37 -0700
    ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: radius arm hole looks awefully wonky.
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 21 Jan 2013 22:50:12 -0700
    ...Here is a link to the washer >> I weld in >> to repair this. >> >> http://www.mcmaster.com/#93162A380 >> >> A 1-9/32" washer (1...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Re: Only the name changes - the debacles always ESCALATE
    Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
    Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:19:11 -0800
    ...Yahoo! Groups]<http://groups.yahoo.com/;_ylc=X3oDMTJiZWdyb2xxBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ3NzQ4BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwNTA2NDk5OARzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNnZnAEc3RpbWUDMTIyNjQyNTE0Mg--> > Change settings via the Web<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wetwesties/join;_ylc=X3oDMTJkMGhjdjZjBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzQ3NzQ4BGdycHNwSWQDMTcwNTA2NDk5OARzZWMDZnRyBHNsawNzdG5ncwRzdGltZQMxMjI2NDI1MTQy>(Yahoo! ID...
  • Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:09:46 -0800
    ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: A Labor Day thanks to all the professionals who contribute to the group
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:04:21 -0700
    ...Many thanks to the list! Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with...
  • Re: Repair shops in Tampa, FL area
    Historical mailing list - P.Dooley
    Wed, 1 Dec 2004 20:21:10 -0500
    ...http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/vanagon_club
  • Re: instrument cluster plastic repair
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:35:48 -0800
    ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: NVC: Just Bought 88' Cabriolet
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 21 Feb 2008 11:01:52 EST
    ...Are there any groups as good as this one, when it comes to these cars? > Good places for parts? > Any repair manuals as good...
  • Re: Update on leaking heads
    Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
    Fri, 9 Jan 2004 18:03:35 -0800
    ...Just > one > more thing to add to my winter repairs list." > > .... you lost me, Mark. Not that it's so hard to do that...
  • Re: [vanagon] Know a good mechanic?
    Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
    Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:22:12 -0400
    ...As far as mechanic recommendations go, I'd strongly recommend checking out the repair shop review page at http://www.roadhaus.com/shops.php...
  • Trans-Awn 2000 Installation
    Historical mailing list - Timothy Hannink
    Tue, 13 Aug 2002 10:38:27 -0700
    ...I had to repair one of the tension springs and clean it up, but it looks like it was money well spent. I have...
  • NVC '89 Buick Skyhawk
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Tue, 5 Aug 2003 19:50:01 -0600
    ...signs of more $$$ repairs/problems. P-mail any comments please .... thanks in advance. Bob Stevens '87 syncro Westy http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare _________________________________________________________________ The...
  • Re: cracked poptop
    Historical mailing list - David O'Bryan
    Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:27:48 -0400
    A good quality epoxy and some fiberglass fabric will repair that easily. If you need help please email me. I am familiar with this...
  • Re: Microfiche or Bentley (paper)
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Tue, 20 Nov 2007 15:53:16 -0500
    ...simple access and > navigation through the repair groups. They are a valuable source of > original service and repair information for 1969 to 1994 Volkswagens...
  • Repaired link - 1970 VW Combi for Sale
    Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
    Wed, 17 May 2006 14:12:09 -0500
    ...http://us.click.yahoo.com/97bhrC/LGxNAA/yQLSAA/gd26lB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups...
  • Re: [Syncro] Can a 90A or 120A alternator be used for welding?
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Tue, 21 Jun 2005 19:43:18 -0600
    ...can I, or rather, what is the harm in >> using the >> Vanagon's electrical system to do emergency field repairs? I am >> talkingabout using...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Early Fri. Element pop top little vangaon content.
    Historical mailing list - Pat Sloan
    Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:44:03 -0800
    ...She says her Element gets crummy gas mileage and is expensive to have repaired, but it's one of those 'modern vehicles' that doesn...
  • Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Frank Condelli.com update
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:31:01 +0000
    ...But keep it brief okay? On Sunday, April 28, 2024, 8:06:51 AM PDT, fcondelli via groups.io <ralanen=aol.com@groups.io...
  • Re: Ovaled Radius Arm Hole Repair
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:38:26 -0400
    ...Ovaled Radius Arm Hole Repair > Hi all. > > I'll add some text to the page of what I'm learning. This is the > progress...
  • Re: AC Service Prior to Pressure
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Thu, 12 May 2005 11:09:16 -0700
    ...Park, Florida http://home.earthlink.net/~tjhannink/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wolfsburg_campers http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FC_wanderlodge FAVOR website: http...
  • Buyer Beware '90 Syncro Westy
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
    Thu, 7 Feb 2002 12:29:26 -0800
    ...I inspected this vehicle, advertised as 'perfect', and found it anything but! It needs immediate front-end repairs, for starters, and in my opinion...
  • Re: [VWVANFULLTIMERS] Broke down in Effingham IL
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Tue, 5 Jan 2010 21:27:03 -0500
    ...Does anyone know a VW mechanic within 100 miles? > > Nothing on your repair list Larry. > > Barb > > 83 Westy > > http://spaces.msn.com/members/inmy83westy...
  • Ovaled Radius Arm Hole Repair
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:55:36 -0700
    ...Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Cleaning the Canvas
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 3 Mar 2009 21:21:17 -0800
    ...knew of before repairing my canvas! Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons...
  • Repair shops in Tampa, FL area
    Historical mailing list - mathew Bennett
    Wed, 1 Dec 2004 09:43:55 -0500
    ...http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/vanagon_club
  • Re: Pop Top Wood Frame Damage. PIC
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:46:05 -0700
    ...I use, for most all my composite repairs, the products known as WEST System Epoxy, available online from many places. They offer various base...
  • Re: is there a resource to find out cost of labor?
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Mon, 6 Jun 2011 08:49:35 -0700
    ...Scirocco "Rodolfo" 85 Vanagon "El Guapo" http://groups.google.com/group/wash-co-vws2<http://groups.google.com/group/w ash-co-vws2?lnk...
  • Gas Tank Fitment; Subframe Crooked?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 28 Dec 2010 17:16:00 -0800
    ...Body repair work (PO accident) was done at one point. Receipt shows most of repair time went to: "repair to LF hinge pillar" and...
  • Re: Ovaled Radius Arm Hole Repair
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:29:27 -0700
    ...Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" > > http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > -- Jake...
  • Burningvan Report
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Sat, 9 Jan 2010 23:05:24 -0800
    ...http://groups.yahoo.com/group/syncrolist/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/syncrolist...
  • Re: GoWesty Van Values
    Historical mailing list - bueses
    Mon, 20 Mar 2006 14:48:23 -0700
    on 3/20/06 2:20 PM, Florian Speier at groups.florian@GMAIL.COM wrote: > well, gowesty now lists the prices they bought the...
  • Re: The WORST Looking Muffler Repair!
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:43:08 -0800
    ...I mean who else would attempt that kind of repair? Yes Friday stuff now I guess, but I double dog dare people to pony...
  • Re: vanagon repair shop in southern oregon?
    Historical mailing list - Tim in Seattle
    Sat, 9 Jul 2005 13:48:23 -0700
    ...Florian Speier groups.florian@GMAIL.COM> > Subject: vanagon repair shop in southern oregon? > > hi list > > can anyone recommend a shop in the grants pass...
  • Re: Lost Oil Drain Bolt
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 9 Oct 2002 12:19:32 -0500
    In an emergency a spark plug with the porcelain broken off can be used as a drain plug until the right repair can be...
  • Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 27 Feb 2013 18:28:52 -0800
    ...Aesthetically speaking, am really happy my fibreglass repair is looking ok. I rarely work with fibreglass so am happy it worked out. The repair...
  • Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:18:18 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: thank you vanagon community!
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 6 Apr 2011 18:52:49 -0700
    Great to hear of your trip and that your repair experience was good. Not to be a nag but.... The nose clip is NLA...
  • Re: WTB: panel over sliding door rail (slider door beltline track cover)
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:41:56 EST
    In a message dated 1/30/07 1:40:25 PM Eastern Standard Time, groups.florian@GMAIL.COM writes: > does anyone have a spare...
  • Re: Dex-Cool . . . I hesitate to ask this
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Wed, 24 Oct 2007 08:05:50 -0700
    ...df Karl Mullendore <groups@WESTYVENTURES.COM> wrote: Please quote the 'horror stories' or especially links to solid evidence. Many of us in the repair...
  • Re: Syncro buyers love rust?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:20:50 EDT
    In a message dated 8/4/08 9:20:22 AM Eastern Daylight Time, groups@WESTYVENTURES.COM writes: > Yes, of course. What I am...
  • 2.1 Muffler Repair (pic)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 6 Oct 2009 12:36:19 -0700
    ...Thanks! Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder...
  • Re: Which repair book to buy
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sat, 21 Sep 2002 18:42:43 -0600
    ...Bob Stevens Salt Lake '87 Syncro Westy http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com