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• Re: fresh air vents
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 12:56:11 -0500
  ...I use the 2" foil tape that is used in Airconditioning duct sealing. Masking tape dries and really makes a mess, duct tape is...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 27 Jun 2010 12:37:19 -0500
  The stuff at Cheap Tools and Home Depot is not exactly the same as Rescue Tape, nor is all Rescue Tape the same. Rescue...
• Re: Front heater motor
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 11 Mar 2017 08:00:40 -0800
  ...using this tape - http://www.homedepot.com/p/Nashua-Tape-1-89-in-x-50-yd-322-Multi-Purpose-HVAC-Foil-Tape-1207792/100030120...
• Re: Teflon tape difference
  Historical mailing list - Bill
  Fri, 5 May 2000 10:11:06 -0700
  According to the package, the yellow is High Density PTFE tape, and the package says it is for threaded joints handling gasoline, petroleum oils...
• Re: What's in your tape deck?
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 23:40:09 -0800
  ...As far as anyone knows the tape deck in my van is BROKEN!!! If it is found to be working by my 4 year...
• Re: What a great thing the Vanagon List is...saved me a big hassel today...long boring story
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 2 May 2010 23:31:19 -0700
  At 5/2/2010 10:44 PM, Roger Whittaker wrote: >dear rescue tape >does anyone have a link to see this tape so we...
• Re: When is The Vanagon Rescue Tape not Rescue tape?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:37:48 -0500
  At 01:00 AM 1/25/2011, Max Wellhouse wrote: >yellow blue and red "silicone based" rescue tape in the "As Seen On Silicone...
• Re: Lower door vents taped up?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Jul 2002 02:44:56 EDT
  ...While poking around my front doors on my 90 GL, I > noticed > some black tape similar to duct tape covering the body cutout for...
• Re: Volkswagen - Audi - Porsche' training tapes
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Sep 2009 21:28:54 -0500
  ...It is my hope someone will take on the project of getting the Vanagon tapes and transferring to disk to be treated much like...
• Re: Silicone "Rescue Tape" ... it works
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:34:41 -0400
  ...Silicone "Rescue Tape" ... it works Jeff Lincoln wrote: > is it just called Rescue Tape? There are probably other brands, but this one is just...
• Re: Under car protection tape?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Wed, 11 Dec 2013 06:09:18 -0700
  ...However, > there are pieces of tape covering openings in the frame. these are > starting to peal back. I'd like to replace the tape...
• Re: Coolant hose tape
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Wed, 27 Jun 2007 22:28:04 -0700
  > > I ordered my X-treme Tape from duluthtrading.com (item #96825, $6.50 for a > 10' roll), it's kinda pricey stuff, but it...
• Re: Rescue tape..
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Mon, 22 Jul 2013 20:14:39 -0700
  ...The tape is still flexible and seals to itself.. NB for longevity sake. Best to cover the self-fusing tape with a quality electrical...
• Re: electrical insulation
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sun, 3 Sep 2006 23:25:09 -0400
  ...I saw and saved the discussion about the silicone tape, but tape would not solve this problem. The brush-on stuff will, though. Thanks...
• Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:38:12 -0500
  ...Wherever you have a chip, tape over it gently from the front with clear tape. The tape will conform to the curve of the...
• Re: When is The Vanagon Rescue Tape not Rescue tape?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:09:58 -0500
  At 01:00 AM 1/25/2011, Max Wellhouse wrote: >Having bought two rolls of the black rescue tape for my Vanagon "Rescue Tape...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 16:14:47 -0400
  At 04:03 PM 7/4/2010 Sunday, Rob wrote: >I'd guess HF silicone tape is not something worth buying, thanks for the...
• OT: Tape recommendation [NVC]
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:48:14 -0800
  No Vanagon Content Whatsoever I need to find a good strong adhesive tape to use on carpet. We have a couple thin rubber floormats...
• Re: Roll of duct tape doubles as cupholder
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Fri, 10 Feb 2006 16:54:15 -0800
  ...Roll of duct tape doubles as cupholder >A deluxe version of the duct tape cupholders is > two rolls of duct tape taped together and...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 22:22:29 -0700
  The best way to use that Rescue Tape seems to be at least two layers. I like to reverse the wind....so that the...
• Re: Retracted endorsement: HF mending tape is now junk
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 16 May 2012 17:53:14 -0700
  ...Cheap 'Rescue' Tape Based on the previous post I just set up a couple of tests on another cheap version of the 'rescue' tape...
• Re: Liquid electrical tape????
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 5 Sep 2005 13:50:38 -0700
  At 9/5/2005 01:34 PM, Barrett Willet wrote: >Does a product exist that acts like liquid electrical tape for >resealing cracks in...
• Re: Silicone "Rescue Tape" ... it works
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 06:53:13 -0600
  ...I saw some of that tape at a FLAPS while getting an air filter Saturday. I'm going back to pick up a role...
• Re: duct tape
  Historical mailing list - Simon Reinhardt
  Thu, 18 Apr 2002 13:50:21 -0600
  ...WORKS WELL IN HI TEMP AREAS > dAN > > Karl Ploessl <ploessl@SUNMAC.SPECT.UPENN.EDU> wrote: > >> now that I know that duct tape is crap...
• Re: new fuel pump taped up
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:37:10 -0700
  ...new fuel pump taped up I wouldn't worry about a little tape and foam on the outside of your fuel pump at all...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 23:21:15 -0700
  On Jul 4, 2010, at 10:22 PM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > ....so that the tape is crossing on the second layer...
• Re: removing duct tape from paint..ideas?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Wed, 10 Jan 2007 04:28:16 -0800
  ...removing duct tape from paint..ideas? > > > >on another vehicle i have someone broke the rear glass and > >the PO duct taped a tarp over...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 16:37:29 -0400
  According to the package the HF X-TREME TAPE is mfg by MOCAP inc. Edward At 04:03 PM 7/4/2010, Rob wrote...
• liquid electrical tape for your newly cleaned ground connections
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 22:56:52 -0500
  I just was looking through my automotion catalog and there is this stuff called "liquid tape".....it's like black electrical tape in a...
• Re: Friday's known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 22:31:21 -0400
  ...Clear packaging tape isn't duct tape. However, there >IS< clear duct tape nowadays. On Aug 27, 2004, at 4:15 PM, Stan Wilder...
• Re: Painting Alloy wheels
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 12 Feb 2006 13:12:16 -0800
  ...Get some masking tape, or painter's tape, or whatever tape suits you that will adhere decently to the tire but doesn't leave...
• Re: Teflon tape difference: Propane Leak solved
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Fri, 5 May 2000 19:28:13 EDT
  ...I wasn't aware that there was a special type of tape needed, but so far the standard white tape I used seems to...
• Re: Silicone "Rescue Tape" ... it works
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:26:47 -0400
  Jeff Lincoln wrote: > is it just called Rescue Tape? There are probably other brands, but this one is just called "Rescue Tape". In fact...
• Re: [FIX] Instrument Housing Repair
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 29 Sep 2002 20:27:19 -0600
  "I usually carry aluminum metal-repair tape instead. It's just as sticky as duct tape, but holds a shape better (stiffer) and stands...
• Re: Front heater motor
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 11 Mar 2017 13:27:51 -0600
  ...using this tape - > http://www.homedepot.com/p/Nashua-Tape-1-89-in-x-50-yd-322-Multi-Purpose-HVAC-Foil-Tape-1207792/100030120...
• Re: new fuel pump taped up
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:07:08 -0700
  I wouldn't worry about a little tape and foam on the outside of your fuel pump at all. minor factor, external cooling by...
• Re: Spare Parts List - Input - correction -> X-treme tape
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Thu, 5 Sep 2002 17:56:03 -0600
  The X-treme tape group purchase??? Count me in.. :) bmc :) "Faith will move mountains, but you'd better bring a shovel...." > From: Larry Chase...
• Re: Self Vulkenizing tape??
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 10 Nov 1999 22:46:55 -0800
  Lee Valley Tools sells a kind of self vulcanizing tape called "high friction silicone tape (23K30.01)". It is described as being able to...
• free non-working Heidelberg tape/radio in Boulder CO
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
  Wed, 26 Jul 2006 15:47:00 -0500
  stock radio / tape deck from an 87 syncro. the radio works, but the tape doesn't. clean the heads? aaron '87 syncro westy ej22...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 5 Jul 2010 18:12:04 -0500
  Edward, I have Rescue Tape, Professional Grade (double thickness, double width), and as I said, I wrapped 3 layers, pulled as tight as I...
• Re: Syncro tire dia. spec. - tolerances? Ask Mr. Science!
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 16 Apr 1999 18:17:05 -0700
  another method of measuring the rolling circumference of a tire is to mark the tire with a piece of masking tape at some point...
• Re: Reflective Tape NHTSA Study link
  Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 08:37:23 -0700
  ............ this tape is not like a mirro, but a matte surface that disperses the light so it looks like a warm glow..... Actually, reading...
• Un-Sealing propane tank fittings...
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Wed, 19 Nov 2003 15:46:42 -0500
  ...Any better ideas? >> > > > > I like Teflon tape on any tapered thread fittings myself, but the > tradesmen I > > know who spend their days winging together...
• Re: Sheesh? Duct Tape? BTDT
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 17 Apr 1997 10:31:20 -0700
  >| I shall continue to yank the grill in late November, stuff the intake with >| foam, cover over with "riggers tape" AKA "Gaffers Tape" and...
• Pinstripe Removal
  Historical mailing list - McComas_Glenn
  Mon, 7 Feb 2000 05:19:03 -0500
  Riley ------ You didn't say whether your pinstripes are paint or tape. Take a close look (maybe with magnifying glass) and/or check with...
• Re: Bug screen for front windows
  Historical mailing list - Steve Frisbee
  Mon, 29 Mar 1999 13:06:52 -0800
  ...Lowe's sells a 10 foot roll of magnetic tape for about $3.50. This > is enough for one window. Place the magnetic tape...
• When is The Vanagon Rescue Tape not Rescue tape?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:49 -0600
  Having bought two rolls of the black rescue tape for my Vanagon travel kit at $10 each on ebay, I now see a 3...
• Re: new fuel pump taped up
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:03:01 -0700
  ...If anything, the tape isulates the pump from ambient temps , as the fuel exerts a greater cooling effect than the air anyway. � Robert 1982...
• Re: Silicone tape = rescue tape, was Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 26 Jun 2010 20:15:44 -0700
  Silicone tape, you can get it at Home Depot or maybe even Walmart. Good stuff. There was a thread on it, this year maybe...
• Re: Screen window for '88 Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Edwards
  Mon, 20 Jul 1998 20:56:31 EDT
  Well, if you're gonna be so rustic as to tape screen fabric on with duct tape, you might consider springing for what is...
• Re: removing duct tape from paint..ideas?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 10 Jan 2007 04:23:41 -0800
  ...how does one get the resitual duct tape gummyness > off the paint without harming it? > thanks.. > > chris > >
• Re: 5+years on Rescue Tape.. Fri post
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 1 Sep 2017 18:50:57 -0400
  ...It doesn't adhere exactly, ideally it becomes a solid mass like electrician's rubber tape. Yrs, d On Fri, Sep 1, 2017 at...
• Re: Spare Parts List - Input - correction -> X-treme tape
  Historical mailing list - Various
  Thu, 5 Sep 2002 14:41:12 -0300
  Silly me, silly me, I posted a "testemonial" for a product I mis-identified as "Supertape" It's called "X-treme Tape". Here is...
• Made By Hand tape... still circulating?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 24 Jul 1996 12:42:31 -0700
  Friends, Some months ago, many months probably, I sent a copy of a tape I had of the 1961 Porsche promotional movie "Made By...
• Re: Silicone "Rescue Tape" ... it works
  Historical mailing list - Robert Ueltzen
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:25:15 -0700
  I saw some silicone tape at Home Depot for about $7 and Duluth Trading Co. has it (Xtreme Tape), too, at $30 for 6...
• Re: Liquid electrical tape????
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Mon, 5 Sep 2005 16:30:54 -0500
  <<Does a product exist that acts like liquid electrical tape for resealing cracks in wiring insulation? � I've come across so many places where...
• Re: Double sided tape for moisture barrier
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 1 Sep 2004 06:19:43 EDT
  ...Cheap tape anecdote: I once did a color change on a car. I did all the prep and my buddy, Charlie, who had a...
• Re: LED backup lights update
  Historical mailing list - Pete Sicilia
  Mon, 30 Jan 2023 08:48:21 -0800
  Do you have any particular brand of tape you recommend? Or is Amazon cheapo sufficient? 1PCS Premium Silver Aluminum Tapes (3.9Mils), 2'*65...
• /f Re: Ur-tools
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Thu, 6 Jun 1996 09:52:01 -0500 (CDT)
  Yea, and a can of WD-40 and a match totally neutralizes any positive effect of duct tape or bungee cords (or proper maintenance...
• Re: Liquid electrical tape????
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 5 Sep 2005 14:42:05 -0700
  "Liquid Tape" by a company called "Plasti Dip", or 3M's 14853 "Electrical Coating". I haven't used Liquid Tape, personally, but we used...