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• Quality of heat-shrink hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sun, 4 Mar 2001 13:16:17 -0600
  ...Marshall Ruskin 84 Westy "Leader of the Pack" Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Founding Member of "Vanagons Anonymous"
• WTB: Westy upper mattress or cover
  Historical mailing list - Julia Schrenkler
  Fri, 21 May 2004 18:34:51 -0500
  ...If you're skilled at sewing (or have a lead on someone who is!) and has made these in the past, please drop me...
• The sad ending of a spark plug life
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Wed, 9 Mar 2005 23:08:19 -0500
  ...a leader...but now that she end up in a tool box....as if it was good for nothing.... http://www.benplace.com/syncro...
• Re: serious vanagon security issues
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 7 Aug 2005 17:51:45 +1200
  >The only claim that will lead to a premium increase >would be a fault loss. Gee, I wish that was the case here! In...
• Re: small stuff-
  Historical mailing list - Mike Stainbrook
  Mon, 22 Jan 2007 18:01:55 -0500
  ...connector) plus the wires have high resistance,and the ground and lead show continuity..so I left unplugged and started engine,it starts better...
• Re: How to install Sirius antenna?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 28 Aug 2006 11:05:44 -0400
  ...get block, as the antenna (under the rack) is in the leading edge, not where the cargo is. On Aug 28, 2006, at 6...
• ## found it: automatic reset fuses for A/C system
  Historical mailing list - TinkerMan
  Mon, 12 Nov 2001 01:49:49 -0800
  ...replacing the original mediocre lead strip fuse with an automatic fuse that automatically resets itself. My solution solved several problems, mainly: 1. No need...
• Engine Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Finn Runyon
  Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:18:09 -0700
  ...you helped me with a month or so back, but his lead time is late summer. To refresh, the previous owner blew a cooling...
• Re: Does an alternator from a pre-86 vanagon work in post 86 vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 15 Jan 2006 17:00:34 -0800
  Yes, it will, but the small blue exciter lead in your van may have the wrong style of connector on it for the alternator...
• Re: Van Died
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 5 Aug 2007 10:35:07 -0700
  ...The more things that do not work, the closer to the main power leads your failure is. Almost all the power for the van...
• Re: How do you hook up a stereo in a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
  Thu, 15 Apr 1999 13:52:11 -0400
  ...The Blaupunkt Las Vegas radio/CD player my wife got me as a gift :-) also requires a separate ground and hot lead to each...
• Aux Battery hookup
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Fri, 15 Jun 2001 15:48:54 -0700
  ...Disconnect the 2 red wires leading from the fuse box behind the drivers seat from the relay terminals. These wires lead to your fridge...
• No spark, what to do
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Sun, 3 Feb 2019 21:50:24 -0800
  ...If yes, where it should come from? Or is it something to do with the distributor? Anyone wants to lead my hands? God bless...
• Re: Distributor Cap and Rotor, Leads, Timing
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 7 Sep 2017 05:17:02 +0000
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• Re: Westy water tank senders now available again
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 1 Nov 2011 21:34:33 -0400
  ...If I understood Cheri correctly someone else also suggested they make the leads a bit longer and they have, two inches I think she...
• Re: Lead-Acid battery reliability
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 9 Jun 2011 19:15:31 -0700
  RE: Batteries Ellen, you are going to get a bunch of answers on this one so put this in the mix. Many think that...
• Re: stolen Vanagon Westy Weekender
  Historical mailing list - VW Vanagon
  Sat, 24 Oct 2009 12:01:53 -0700
  ...classifieds/detail.php?id=864932 > > > > missing from San Diego CA area > > > > Not mine, please contact owner with leads. > -- Drew, Las Vegas '90 GL "Blackbeard"
• Language Designation Filters
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Sep 1995 20:57:55 -0500
  ...here in the northeast, the designation for French (Fr) may lead to considerable confusion due to our proximity to Quebec. Clearly the language as...
• breadloaf air flow meter
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 20 Jun 1996 00:18:15 -0500 (EST)
  ...This all leads(I think) to the air flow meter. Is this the probable cause? How do I test it? Paul
• Gasoline In Mexico
  Historical mailing list - Joe Ernest
  Sun, 9 Jan 2000 20:52:06 EST
  ...Apparently they have Magna Sin and Nova? What are the grades of gasoline, leaded, Unleaded, octane rating etc? Thank you for your assistance.............JoE
• Re: Naming your VW.
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Sat, 26 Feb 2000 10:08:33 -0500
  ...That's why both of my kids are named "Stop That!" Frank Miller Alternative Business Systems "Leaders in Customer Relationship Management Solutions" 4216 Indianola...
• Looking for Replacement Carpets
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Tue, 25 Jul 2000 10:53:53 -0500
  ...Can anybody please steer me toward a source for replacement carpets (Other than "Parts Place"?)? Regards, Marshall Ruskin 84 Westy "Leader of the Pack"
• In the market
  Historical mailing list - Wolowicz, Shawn
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 10:48:32 -0700
  ...Does anyone have any leads on a 'good place to look?' Thanks alot, I look forward to being a part of your list! Shawn...
• Re: Is It True BenT BATHES IN FISH SAUCE Fridays
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 15:04:54 EST
  ...NET writes: << ps -- I'm afraid your new filtering criteria may lead to a mistaken impression that BenT bathes...doesn't he just pour...
• Anybody know this Syncro Adventurewagen
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Mon, 20 Oct 2003 20:50:24 -0600
  ...http://tinyurl.com/rorc all roads lead to adventure, Larry Chase Email: RoadGuy@RoadHaus.com Web: <http://www.roadhaus.com/> www.RoadHaus.com Cell...
• Re: Bumper Sticker
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 21 Sep 2008 07:59:59 -0400
  How about this one; "If you ain't the lead dog, the scenery never changes." Mike B. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Royston, Jerry" <gmr@OBPA...
• Re: Originally: JLP rebuilt wbxr engines in Denver
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:52:36 -0500
  ...that usually leads to increased oil clearance on the rods .. which may lead to rod failure, thus ventilating the case. they say 1.9...
• Re: Good pricing, T105 golf cart batteries? [EDIT}
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 18 Sep 2012 23:28:25 -0400
  ...As far as operating a smelter and getting recycled lead Trojan suffers from limited offerings. They only manufacture small batteries and do not participate...
• Re: Electrical question (Coil terminals)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:29:28 -0700
  ...between the two > (meter ground lead to one, voltage lead to the other), then swap the meter > leads and measure again. The + will be...
• Re: SPDT or DPDT switch?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:28:53 -0500
  ...Center leads will be common or in your case power coming in - 2 outside leads will be switched or power to the 2 appliances...
• Re: Tach wiring
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 19 Dec 2006 22:14:10 -0800
  ...telus.net> wrote: > > Got the tach put in (ran my own lead to coil as recommended) after a few > hours today. I decided to...
• Re: Fuel Saving Ideas Article
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
  Tue, 27 May 2014 15:19:12 -0500
  ...Maybe there's a cure for lead-foot disease. :) -Jarrett On May 27, 2014, at 8:45 AM, Tom Hargrave <thargrav@HIWAAY.NET> wrote...
• Re: Was: Home safe but still a question about that FI plug... Now FI Source
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 7 Jul 2013 13:13:37 -0400
  ...The short hose leading to it leaked. Yrs, d
• Thank You Washington
  Historical mailing list - Don Kane
  14 Nov 1995 09:48:12 -0800
  ...Time:9:44 AM OFFICE MEMO Thank You Washington Date:11/14/95 Thanks to our fearless leaders in Washington, I'll be off...
• WTB 86 or newer Westy.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 11 Jun 95 11:28:29 EDT
  ...Ideally we'd like a syncro in the eastern US, but any leads will be very welcome (we are located in central Pennsylvania) Thanks...
• Speedometer and dash pod
  Historical mailing list - Joel Hembel
  Sun, 4 Oct 1998 18:06:32 -0500
  ...Can this be had, new? I'm afraid to ask what that might cost? Any info, or leads on a replacement would be appreciated...
• 30amp relay
  Historical mailing list - jimkim
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 01:54:54 -0700
  ...They are the white one and the red one leading from the relay to the kitchen unit. If someone could take the time and...
• Any BEHR AC info?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 15 Jul 2000 23:02:21 EDT
  ...Has anyone installed one of these before? I am mainly interested in a wiring diagram, or anything from leads or links-Thanks! Robert Keezer...
• Happy Holidays
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 22 Dec 2000 11:26:34 -0500
  ...In short, may your vanagons purr smoothly down perfect highways that lead you all to your dreams. Doug Alcock '84 Westy Toronto, Canada
• Another FOG LIGHT question
  Historical mailing list - Chad
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 23:05:35 -0400
  ...I did notice a wire in my battery box that leads to the switch that I assume is for the fog lights. Is that...
• mud flaps and wires.
  Historical mailing list - EARL J SMITH
  Wed, 13 Feb 2002 09:46:17 -0800
  ...Was hoping Ken Wilfey's experience might lead to a solution. Guess they are just spares.
• Re: syncro tranny
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Tue, 26 Feb 2002 09:00:38 -0800
  ...Has a leading reputation in offroad racing. Fine firm. Great Customer Relations. pensioner (with a 0.77 top gear by TE)
• Looking for bench mount valve spring tool
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 03:57:36 -0400
  ...Any leads? Adam P 81 Vanagon Westy (The Brick) 70 Single Cab "Whitey" 74 Beetle "Ol Yeller" 73 Transporter (STILL at paint shop) 1988...
• crude ascii art of LED bulb
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 6 Dec 2002 12:33:06 -0800
  ...Wire leading \ | | |\ | | || thru base and attached \\ | | \\ | || to resistor and then | | | | | back up to external wire soldered to legs | ----+--+ | bulb contact one wire bent back...
• Re: Gratitude & Gratitude for France
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Sun, 30 Mar 2003 13:49:13 -0500
  ...Gratitude for France > > If France had not come to the aid of the revolutionaries lead by George W, > there would be no US of...
• Still looking for sliding door for '89 Westy in VA
  Historical mailing list - Roger Reynolds
  Mon, 28 Apr 2003 19:44:47 EDT
  ...I'm in Charlottesville, VA and do have a lead on one in PA, but, wanted to try one more time to find one...
• Oil temp. for aircooled vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Fri, 5 Sep 2003 14:14:51 -0700
  ...Which, leads me to my question: What is the best oil temperature gauge setup for a 1980 2.0L vanagon? I live/drive by...
• Re: WTB: Folding Rear Bench/Bed Frame (hardware under the seat)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Couture
  Sun, 15 Aug 2004 22:28:38 -0700
  ...Anyone have any leads in Northern CA? __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo...
• Re: Aux Battery system, volts escaping to ground!
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sat, 16 Jul 2011 20:07:19 -0400
  The two amps are going between the Either battery and pin 85. (one lead on either pin 30 or 87a, and the other on...
• Re: Battery Light
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 18 Dec 2005 11:20:21 -0800
  NO.The blue wire connects to the alternator lead labeled D+ on the alternator. It is either a very small threaded stud next to...
• Charging Sealed Lead Acid Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 11 Feb 2007 10:32:28 -0800
  Two recent threads have mentioned the sealed lead acid batteries as used in UPS and golf carts, etc. Things like this: http://www.batterywholesale...
• Re: VW Customer Relations & reality check
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Thu, 11 Jul 1996 09:26:34 -0700
  ...Good lord, you've only had lead-free gasoline since February?!? I'm amazed that they sell leaded gasoline anywhere in the world! Lead...
• Re: Ignition switch question (got it...thanks for the help)
  Historical mailing list - cybor punk
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 15:55:10 -0700
  ...I would like to wire my new stereo in my 85 van this way as apposed to; a.- the ACC lead off the stereo...
• Air flow meters.
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Wed, 16 Nov 1994 10:50:39 CST6CDT
  ...They faxed me an internal wiring diagram for a 4-lead airflow meter (manuals sometimes show an internal diagram of the 6-lead ones...
• Re: Dead Sparking Plug!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:32:56 -0600
  ...Next tested the lead by running the engine > > and putting a strobe on it. totally dead. Pulled the plug, check the > > electrodes - near new...
• Re: How many volts can ECU handle?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:25:57 -0500
  ...Lower voltage leads to sulphation and incomplete charging. Higher voltages can lead to corrosion of the positive plates and excessive gassing during longer trips...
• Re: VW Radio Into Vanagon (abreviated ....).....
  Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 23:30:14 -0500
  uhh, two power leads? One keeps the radio alive when you turn off the ignition.... the other provides power when you want to turn...
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  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Sat, 8 Jun 2024 22:30:05 -0400
  I think that I will follow your lead. Karl. On Sat, Jun 8, 2024 at 9:16 PM Alistair Bell <ragnarhairybreeks@icloud.com> wrote...
• Horn problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Mon, 13 Jul 2015 09:53:55 -0400
  ...I took the horn assembly apart, unconnected the +&- leads. While parked, ignition on, no horn rim, turned the steering wheel and the horn blows...
• Re: Odyssey Batteries
  Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
  Wed, 12 Mar 2014 10:49:08 -0500
  ...Supposed to be made with > "virgin" lead, not alloy and provide a longer lasting more robust battery. > > They list the waterboxer as: 2.1...