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• Re: urban camping tips
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Tue, 19 Aug 2003 20:37:58 -0700
  > > Anyone else got any urban camping tips? > >Sleepy residential (mid-income -- the rich neighborhoods don't care for me) >places are great since what...
• Call for Camp Recipes, Cooking Tips & Links
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sat, 8 Apr 2006 13:23:24 -0700
  ...Let's spice up our camp menu's a bit and share our favorite recipes, tips and links. Last year you submitted 45 recipes...
• Driving from FL to CO, any tips?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Layton
  Sun, 02 Feb 1997 23:10:33 -0800
  ...Will this only be a problem in the mountains? Any tips or great camping suggestions? Thanks a lot for any help. I have never...
• brakes!!!!!! doing my gons for first time tips!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Rueb
  Thu, 14 Mar 2002 21:39:34 EST
  ...anyone have any tips or advice. i have done countless brakes on A2 vws and the brand new vws are they basically the same...
• LVC need advice for MOSPORT race
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Wed, 4 Jul 2012 13:06:50 -0400
  Taking the Westy up to Toronto for the ALMS race in two weeks and would like some tips from anyone who has been to...
• Re: LEDs for idiot lghts and temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - john clark
  Mon, 8 Oct 2001 22:47:28 -0600
  ...trainweb.org/girr/tips/tips7/white_led_tips.html" eudora="autourl">http://www.trainweb.org/girr/tips/tips7/white_led_tips.</a><a href...
• Advice about breaking in Turbo Diesel
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Wed, 6 May 2015 13:21:33 -0400
  Wanted to know if you folks had any tips on breaking in a brand new 1.9l TD engine? I am very familiar with...
• Tuning/Timing
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 11 Nov 2005 15:08:17 -0600
  ...Timing issues I'm sure, but if any one has any tips about how best to tackle this detonation-under-load issue, or tips...
• Re: Longevity tips
  Historical mailing list - David-M
  Sat, 9 Jan 1999 05:53:56 -0500
  All of these longevity tips are interesting, but remember that you cannot assume that just because someone does something to their van and it...
• REAR AXLE REPLACEMENT TIPS?
  Historical mailing list - todd goodno
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 10:30:08 -0700
  hey everyone am finally getting around to replacing my rear axles on my '90 westy,automatic, any helpful tips to make the process a...
• clutch time, reccomendations/tips?
  Historical mailing list - Brendan Slevin
  Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:12:25 -0700
  ...does anyone have any tips? I'm thinking of the cheaper kit on van-cafe http://www.van-cafe.com/vanagon_parts.jsp?pa...
• Re: Tips? Toronto to Calgary through Canada
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 9 Aug 2013 09:21:47 -0700
  ...Any tips on places to stay, eat, brief stops along the way, things to avoid.� Good VW shops just in case (fingers crossed). Driving...
• Re: Cabrio buying tips? - NVC
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 29 Aug 2003 06:33:36 -0700
  ...Was wondering > if anyone had any tips on > certain things to look at/for? > > Thanks, > D __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to...
• WBX: Belt replacement tips???
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sun, 25 Nov 2007 11:26:26 -0800
  ...Anyone have an tips to make it better/easier/faster/etc.? ;) Thanks, Jon PS: I already installed a quart of Blinker Fluid. That stuff...
• installing new door seal
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sun, 7 Aug 2011 07:45:37 -0500
  Hi everyone, Any tips for installing my new door seal from bus depot? What type of adhesive should I use? I assume to prep...
• Re: Trailer wiring tips?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 7 May 2012 06:13:41 -0400
  ...Trailer wiring tips? Hello all. I have a small utility trailer and finally got a receiver hitch installed and am now looking at my...
• Trailer wiring tips?
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Sun, 6 May 2012 23:15:15 -0700
  ...and am now looking at my least favorite part - electrons! Any tips or suggestions to wire things up? It looks like I'll have...
• Re: Baja tips?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 14 Aug 2003 17:57:31 -0700
  ...Baja tips? I'm thinking of going to Baja, then taking the ferry across to Central Mexico. Has anyone done this trip? The Trundler...
• Re: Tips on preparing drivers side lock
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Sat, 21 May 2016 14:37:19 -1000
  ...Have fun ! scott On 05/21/2016 02:13 PM, Eric Caron wrote: > Lock repair tips requested. > > I’ve noticed recently that my driver...
• Re: Burning Man Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Jason Milam
  Thu, 14 Aug 2003 09:02:13 -0700
  ...Burning Man Tips? Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2003 07:51:17 +0000 I'm taking my Westfalia out to Burning Man for the first...
• Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Tue, 20 Dec 2005 11:51:20 -0500
  ...Ignition Switch Source & Tips Last weekend I replaced the starter on my '87 Syncro because of occasional grinding sound and no start. Still have...
• Re: [Syncro] Making a Living....
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Fri, 3 Apr 2009 18:46:12 -0400
  ...I used to deliver pizza and my best tips were in the project housing and lower-income areas, worst tips (often none at all...
• Adjusting Rear Brakes - any tips?
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Wed, 30 Apr 2003 08:37:17 -0700
  ...Adjusting Rear Brakes - any tips? Hi, I was told that I have to adjust my rear brakes. I pulled off the drums and moved...
• Re: more anti theft tips
  Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
  Thu, 29 Mar 2001 09:38:08 -1000
  ...more anti theft tips > I was thinking more alongthe lines of a pet Grizzly nleashed inside while > I'm out of the van. > > > ----- Original...
• Re: Tips on running Speaker Wire to the Back speakers of a 86 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 21 Mar 2000 07:03:49 -0700
  ...Tips on running Speaker Wire to the Back speakers of a 86 Westy? Greetings Volks, I'm looking for Tips on the easiest most...
• Tips? Toronto to Calgary through Canada
  Historical mailing list - Jason Ellsmere
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 13:21:13 -0400
  ...Any tips on places to stay, eat, brief stops along the way, things to avoid. Good VW shops just in case (fingers crossed). Driving...
• Shock replacement tips?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Fri, 5 Jun 1998 14:49:07 -0800
  ...checked with front-end jacked and used a crow bar...) Any tips on ball joints and schock replacement, or is the Bentley all I...
• insurance claim tips
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Ellringer
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 10:58:57 -0500
  ...Does anyone have tips on getting a decent claim value a vanagon through my insurance company? Thanks, aaron in frozen leaf bud wisconsin
• wither my gas mileage?
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
  Sun, 30 Nov 2003 11:30:47 -0600
  ...What's going on? Any tips? It's been windier and colder lately, but can that really be all thats happening? I need some...
• Best chance of passing emmissions?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 14:51:08 -0400
  Hi All, Any tips on what to do to have the best chance of passing emmissions? I just found out my cat is basically...
• Re: Spark plugs
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 7 Sep 2012 07:52:29 -0400
  you may be under the misconception that the spark will go/come from all 4 tips simultaneously (requiring more power). This is not true...
• how to splice a 3 wire oxygen sensor
  Historical mailing list - Ed DeBolt
  Wed, 3 Jan 2001 21:27:11 -0800
  ...Any tips on where to cut off the old plug? should I just use standard solder? shrinkrap plastic over it? or should I try...
• 30mm main pulley bolt tips?
  Historical mailing list - Scott W.
  Thu, 8 Jan 2004 10:36:19 -0800
  ...Is there a key in there? Maybe I should heat it up a bit and try again? any tips? Thanks scott w. 85 van...
• Tips and tricks for rear heater core replacement
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Fri, 18 Jun 2004 23:20:31 -0700
  ...I am getting all the pieces together to replace my drippy rear heater core & wanted to solicit "tips & tricks" to make this earier. Stuff...
• Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Mon, 19 Dec 2005 18:52:07 EST
  ...What is a good brand, source, and are there any special tips for a DIY'er? Thanks Tom Salicos '87 Syncro Westy EG-33...
• Rough idle, any tips?
  Historical mailing list - Double-Cab Guy
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 20:07:41 -0700
  ...Would that make much of a difference in the idle smoothness? Any tips on things to look for that affect the quality of the...
• Tips and Tricks wanted: Roll-up windows
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 10:00:54 -0600
  ...I'm requesting any tips and tricks omn how best to do it, and what pitfalls to avoid. I want that door to be...
• Storage tips for a carat with the roof a/c duct work
  Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
  Mon, 21 Oct 2013 11:38:27 -0400
  ...I'm looking for ideas, tips, and tricks for better storage and organization. Would love to see pics of whatever you have for inspiration...
• Re: tips on getting comps?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:11:25 -0700
  ...10, 2010 6:25 PM |To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM |Subject: tips on getting comps? | |I'm going to need some comps (current selling...
• Thanks to all Seatlle Syncronauts for the tips!
  Historical mailing list - scottandtara
  Sat, 30 May 1998 02:18:53 -0700
  A very big thanks to Micheal, Jim and Stephen for the tips! You know I always tell people if I had the choice of...
• consumer resource URL
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 May 1996 11:27:14 -0700
  ...The Art of the Deal Alldata -- Automobile Recalls/Service Bulletins Automobile Recalls from Autosite Automobile Tips from ASA Automobile Virtual Library (reference) '96 Automotive...
• Thanks for the tips on the cooling and heating anomolies
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 18 Dec 2006 08:13:16 -0800
  Thanks for the tips, fellows. I didn't really find and follow the Bently procedure on filling and 'burping' the cooling system. I suppose...
• Dang exhaust leak-- any tips?
  Historical mailing list - Susie Ingham
  Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:21:39 -0400
  ...are there any tips that will help us get the leaks out? It is so frustrating !! thanks, Susie
• Fwd: vanagon Digest - 10 Apr 2005 (#2005-298)
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide's Yahoo Account
  Mon, 11 Apr 2005 10:50:34 -0700
  ...They can be found at www.weidefamily.net/vanagon/ Go to the Misc Section / Tips & Tales / and see "R&R of the Vanagon Gas...
• Re: Thinking about adding Ratio rockers
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Wed, 30 Aug 2000 20:09:10 EDT
  ...The swivel tips and roller >tips are >designed to reduce these effects) > >9mm Rhino swivel feet $32.95 >9mm Rhino 1.25 Rockers $119...
• Rippin up Carpet and Cleaning headlights
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:30:05 -0500
  ...Would like tips on what to NOT do regarding removing carpet from front area and re-install tips. Will be cleaning it and tracing...
• Re: SS header
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Thu, 18 Sep 1997 18:12:49 -0700
  ...The exhust tips would come closer to >the center for me if that were the case. Would the tips clear the tow >hook bumper...
• Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 19 Dec 2005 12:28:59 -0500
  ...What is a good brand, source, and are there any special tips for a DIY'er? > > Thanks > > Tom Salicos > '87 Syncro Westy EG-33 >
• Re: Want to paint camper roof
  Historical mailing list - Bob Allen
  Tue, 14 May 2002 20:43:09 -0400
  ...I'd like > to paint it, and I'm looking for tips: > > -First, I'm assuming there's no way to restore the current...
• Re: Burning Man Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Thu, 14 Aug 2003 07:20:24 -0700
  Please post these tips on the list as well, I know several of us are going. Or if you think that's going to...
• Re: Alaska trip tips
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 17 Apr 2007 22:24:40 -0600
  I was wondering if anyone would care to offer some tips on >>traveling >>to Alaska by VW in the summer. Plan to drive. >>Tips...
• Drivers side rear seatbelt
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 1 Jun 2013 10:58:01 -0500
  Tackling installation today! Any tips? Jeff
• Re: Tips? Toronto to Calgary through Canada
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 13:34:39 -0500
  ...Trying to keep driving around 10 hours a day. > > > > Any tips on places to stay, eat, brief stops along the way, things to avoid...
• 91 syncro westy alignment tips
  Historical mailing list - Robyn Rudisill
  Tue, 19 Oct 1999 19:50:18 -0700
  ...Does any one have any tips for getting proper wheel alignment on a 91 syncro vanagon? (a shop in the Seattle area would be...
• Burning Man Tips?
  Historical mailing list - jennifer dumpert
  Thu, 14 Aug 2003 07:51:17 +0000
  ...Does anyone who's taken their prized VW out there in the past have any maintenance tips? Jennifer Dumpert '86 Westy "Baby" _________________________________________________________________ STOP MORE...
• Still learning, tips from others are very helpful
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 7 Aug 2015 22:56:01 -0400
  ...It is great sharing these tips. At the Falcon ridge folk Festival I camped with a friend who has a 86 Vanagon. During our...
• Trans swap in 83 Westy:tips?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Jun 1997 02:00:02 -0400 (EDT)
  ...If anyone has experience with this removal and installation and has some tips to offer I would be much obliged. I don't have...
• Re: Archive Searching Tips
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 23 Oct 2001 22:26:15 -0400
  ...Archive Searching Tips > Hi Folks, > > New to VWs (1 week '89 GL) hence new to the list. Trying to search the > archives for information...
• Defroster questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:21:01 -0500
  Hi folks, Looking for tips on defroster repair. I recently installed the GW third brake light on my 84 and discovered that the defroster...
• Torsion Bars
  Historical mailing list - Chris Venama
  Wed, 04 May 94 16:52:03 CDT
  Friends, I have been watching with great interest at the river of tips that flow from this list. I have a nice '70 camper...