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  • Re: syncro coolant distribution tower
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Sun, 2 Oct 2022 21:02:46 -0700
    ...Funny, at the time I thought it was aluminum but looking at the GW site now, they are selling stainless steel so I am...
  • Re: GoWesty coolant repair kit vs SS pipes
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Wed, 13 May 2009 18:51:27 -0700
    ...If I were spending > $30K+ for a van or > I had a syncro that I off-roaded, I personally would go with stainless > pipes...
  • Re: Is it possible to 'remodel' the stove top?
    Historical mailing list - Derek Krueger
    Wed, 24 Jul 2002 09:59:29 -0400
    My 84 Westy Wolfsburg has the stainless panel. Looks like it has been there since new, but I am not the first owner. Derek...
  • Re: I win!!! the worse ever "westy part" picture...
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 17 Mar 2005 06:06:31 EST
    ...its hard enough to get them to spring for stainless fastners and lubing fastners up with anti-seize. it all adds up and they...
  • Re: Black oxide finish on stainless steel
    Historical mailing list - John
    Wed, 23 May 2007 02:20:46 GMT
    ...It is not suitable in any situation for outdoor use, a fact that negates its selection for stainless steel in the first place. " "Mcmaster...
  • Re: the answer to rusty coolant lines....
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Fri, 1 Nov 2002 23:05:17 +1300
    That's why I went & bought a heap of stainless tube from the scrap dealer. Enough for the complete cooling system, plus a couple...
  • Exhaust Paste?
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
    Mon, 2 May 2005 21:44:16 -0400
    ...I have new gaskets and stainless fasteners, along with the copper locknuts. Shall I use exhaust paste? Any recommendations as to brand, or will...
  • Re: Tranny oil
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 27 Oct 1994 20:46:47 -0700
    ...Stainless steel braid over teflon flexible hoses are advocated by many, but I know of one accident caused by metal fatigue of the stainless...
  • Re: fuel tank update
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:34:04 -0400
    ...They even have Stainless clamps with stainless screws. If you want to get real fancy they even have heat shrink type clamps. Awsome for...
  • Re: NOW - Stainless Steel Mufflers
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Thu, 25 Jul 2013 11:05:04 -0700
    ...NOW - Stainless Steel Mufflers Jeff, Was the muffler you put on my Westy an Ernst? That's what I recall, anyway. It was fairly...
  • Re: TIICO ---how much did people pay for install, and what did they...
    Historical mailing list - John Andrew
    Wed, 30 May 2001 09:36:27 -0600
    ...Vanagon List, LiMBO, IWCCC & Capital City VW Club Vanagon/Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Mufflers Frank Condelli & Associates...
  • Re: Re: � � � New muffler and stu ff...
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 6 Sep 2002 16:44:55 -0500
    ...BusDepot sells a > replacement > muffler that is also stainless steel (though the tailpipe isn't). > ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO! Juno offers FREE or...
  • Re: Install of catalytic converter on 90 multivan
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 31 May 2004 20:56:17 -0500
    ...DM&FS At 11:44 AM 5/31/2004, John Rodgers wrote: >Ed, > >I wonder if anyone has attempted to use stainless nuts and...
  • Re: Finally In the process of painting our 87 Westy Installing new pop top canvas etc
    Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
    Fri, 18 Sep 2015 14:58:45 -0400
    ...I bought all my stainless fasteners from Frank Condelli. When a few parts wound up being missing, Frank shipped out replacements immediately. Marc Perdue...
  • Re: Swage Bit + Bolt for Pop Top Cable. Strong enough?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 3 Aug 2010 21:54:46 -0700
    Neil, I'd be inclined to heat the stainless with torch to red and then bend. You probably would be able to get away...
  • Re: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
    Mon, 23 Sep 2002 20:51:19 -0400
    You can get the other stuff in stainless for your current setup if you look hard enough. You will not get better mileage. 12...
  • Re: can you put 17 inch wheels on a 84 vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:27:31 -0600
    ...There's a well-baffled short stainless winged sump which needs a dipstick tuve added. So to get the van drivable (if not legal...
  • Re: Rebuilt engine project
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:44:27 -0700
    ...parts on the > engine were POR-15ed and a 2.1 stainless steel �exhaust system was fitted. > Modifications of the muffler heat shield and...
  • Re: 16" steel wheels?/E code lights, relays
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 18 Feb 2003 06:14:59 EST
    ...STEBRO is a Stainless Steel Exhaust Manufacturer. Please see my <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/hdltrela.htm">Vanagon Headlamp Relay Upgrade</A...
  • Re: luggage rack
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 3 Oct 2004 16:07:04 -0700
    Can't help you with the stuck bolts but I replaced the hold downs with stainless ones from West Marine, these to be specific...
  • Re: stainless steel coolant pipes
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Fri, 7 May 2010 13:15:26 -0700
    Frank, Re: Dennis' concern about distortion/ballooning etc; and the comment about the fit through the frame holes: I don't recall if you...
  • Re: rust-proof exhaust?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Wed, 18 Mar 1998 13:24:28 -0700
    An alternative to the stainless steel is to get your exhaust aluminum-ceramic coated. Check out the following locations: http://www.airborncoatings.com/ http...
  • What is the web site for go westy?
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
    Fri, 31 May 2002 14:51:50 -0400
    I tried www.gowesty.com and it was bad....any others? i want to get some of those stainless luggage rack hold downs.......... Adam...
  • Re: P/Steering hose# ??
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Mon, 9 Feb 2004 11:17:56 -0500
    On Mon, 9 Feb 2004, Tim Demarest wrote: > By the way, that one-of-a-kind stainless muffler is a real > beauty,... where did...
  • Re: Subject: Warning! Do not use... (Stainless Exhaust Fasteners)
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 10:36:31 -0500
    Dylan, Thanks for the great link. I already see several things I can't live without.... Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m.com/ ----- Original Message...
  • Re: 30-50 challenge
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:27:14 -0400
    ...K&N air filter, stainless steel exhaust system Trans: 4 speed manual Trans mods: stock Fuel tank: 1/2 full Tires: Michelin Hydroedge 215...
  • Re: A response from Prestone about Stainless Steel Pipes
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 2 Nov 2010 09:56:58 -0700
    ...About your statement "I think, the stainless is a much lesser problem than any other metal around." I think misses the point. Its a...
  • Re: Replacement Muffller selections
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Thu, 21 Dec 2006 13:37:10 -0700
    ...internet searching for a long life muffler >> replacment. >> I'm considering stainless steel. >> >> In my search I have found two. >> One that s avialable...
  • Brushed-metal finish on aluminum stock (NVC)
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
    Fri, 11 Mar 2005 14:36:07 -0800
    ...Brass wire wheel Steel (stainless?) wire wheel Sandpaper-flap wheel Sandpaper drum 3M-type Scotch-Brite abrasive plastic wheel etc. It needs to be...
  • Re: Head gasket leaking. Bummer.
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:44:24 -0800
    ...Rocky Mountain Westy rmwesty.com manufactures a Stainless Steel replacement that you will never have to replace. They make these for Syncros and 2wds...
  • Re: Where can I get stainless steel screws for mirrors?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Fri, 31 Mar 2017 18:12:33 -0700
    I think they are m6 oval head. Here is a fastenal link https://www.fastenal.com/products/details/VM2550016A20000 Alistair > On Mar 31, 2017...
  • Re: Exahust Pipes
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Thu, 23 Aug 2001 12:28:09 EDT
    ...if you have a Syncro), I also stock the pipes in Stainless Steel >> Why is the Syncro the bastard child? With all the manly...
  • Re: cleaning pop top
    Historical mailing list - Brian Sassone
    Tue, 7 Aug 2001 04:34:47 -0700
    ...Anyone know where replacement tie downs can be found?) Gowesty.com has them for $3 galvanized, $4 stainless. And, while I'm at it...
  • need welder in Seattle
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sat, 6 Oct 2007 09:02:02 -0700
    Hey, I need to find a welder to attach some brackets to a stainless steel muffler (Stebro). Anyone have a recommendation for someone that...
  • Re: A response from Prestone about Stainless Steel Pipes
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Tue, 2 Nov 2010 14:33:05 -0400
    ...A response from Prestone about Stainless Steel Pipes Tom, - carbon is more noble than either Al or stainless. - I would not expect the Al...
  • Re: removing studs from new heads
    Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
    Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:22:38 -0400
    I've used stainless nuts and bolts on my exhaust for years and have found it makes things 100% easier. I haven't had...
  • Re: black plastic clips for the rear air vents Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 12 Nov 2015 05:09:39 -0500
    ...product&path=61_68_107&product_id=1107> Plus, we have Stainless Steel hardware kits to replace every fastener on your van: http://www...
  • Buses of the Corn
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 12 Aug 2002 08:03:24 EDT
    ...I will have <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm"> STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Mufflers & J-pipes</A> for both 1.9...
  • Re: Coolant pipes replacement
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 27 Jun 2006 05:44:11 EDT
    ...Any other replacement alternative beside the stainless steel pipes sold by mr prospect? Cant they be replaced by flexible pipes? If so, what is...
  • Re: NOW - Stainless Steel Mufflers
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Fri, 26 Jul 2013 09:20:30 -0700
    ...NOW - Stainless Steel Mufflers Enrnst has been bought out by Dansk/Jopex (JP Group) this past year. JP Group has sent a flyer to...
  • New Shipment from Germany just came in!
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Tue, 8 Jun 2010 16:37:09 -0400
    ...Large Coolant Pipe for the 2.1l Vanagon in stainless steel- $199. This is the 025121081G pipe that goes between the water pump and...
  • Re: Recommended Exhaust System for '88 Vangon
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 13 May 2008 07:21:57 EDT
    ...Todd, I would like to suggest you look at my full Stainless Steel exhaust system for your Vanagon. Do it once and forget it...
  • Re: replacing power steering lines with hoses
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:03:44 EDT
    ...The pressure line is made up from 4000 lb industrial stainless steel braided hose as used on industrial hydraulic equipment, ie. back hoes, etc...
  • Re: Front washer problem
    Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
    Sat, 5 Feb 2000 08:09:45 -0800
    ...I used stainless steel washers and strips of stainless steel to augment the bolts holding on the broken edges of the tank. Tom Hanlon...
  • VolksFest
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 6 Aug 2002 06:41:45 EDT
    ...I will be there of course with STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust components and various other sundries. Information on <A HREF="http://members.aol...
  • Re: Equipment Report: a Condelli (?) stove grill hole plugger
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 23 Jul 2007 06:57:52 EDT
    ...Club who has or had access to a laser cutter for stainless steel where he works. He has not had access to the cutter...
  • Re: Square tubing benders ?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 30 Jun 2008 05:55:30 EDT
    ...These are the folks who are now making all the Stainless Steel exhaust parts for me. If you want to contact them Pmail me...
  • Need help to remove spare tire clamshell hook
    Historical mailing list - BenT
    Thu, 7 Jul 2016 01:09:58 -0700
    ...I had some stainless extended clamshell hooks made. One of the guys who bought one is asking for assistance. I have not yet removed...
  • BBB Special
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Buese
    Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:28:39 -0700
    ...I will bring a couple of clear & grey models w/ optional stainless steel wine/towel racks for anyone who wants one. Free installation! YMMV...
  • Re: Stainless Coolant Pipes Endanger Engines
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:02:20 -0500
    ---- Tom Hargrave <thargrav@HIWAAY.NET> wrote: > The best defense is to change your coolent regularly. You should change > your antifreeze every 2 years. Tom...
  • '84 Exhaust
    Historical mailing list - norbert froese
    Thu, 8 Oct 1998 06:20:55 -0700
    ...Any advice as to any product or company that is better than the others? Is there a huge advantage with stainless steel? Is it...
  • Coolant pipe Dimensions
    Historical mailing list - Jim Grant
    Mon, 6 Sep 1999 16:16:59 EDT
    ...I need to construct a pair from either stainless tubing or reinforced steam hose. 1985 1915cc Watercooled Also anybody in UK got or know...
  • Re: BA6 Info - Findings - Maintenance group
    Historical mailing list - Groff, Montgomery
    Wed, 6 Oct 1999 09:05:20 -0600
    I used flexible stainless-steel on a Stewart Warner gas heater in my '74 Westy. It can be found at FLAPS and FLMS (M...
  • Re: Wheel arch trim in US?
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Wed, 30 Jan 2002 22:19:30 +0800
    There are some stainless steel fender trim kits available in the aftermarket. Go to Sportwing online at http://www.sportwing.com/chrome/. I haven...
  • Re: Rant - Was: Stainless Steel Coolant Lines Now Available!
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Thu, 14 Jul 2005 21:23:30 +1200
    >Questions don't bother me. If they are asked in a mean-spirited way, yes, >that is something of a problem. > >I think that...
  • Re: stripped stud hole
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 25 Oct 2000 06:45:11 EDT
    ...Then use stainless steel BOLTS (not studs) with a good coating of anti-sieze on the threads to hold the headers in place. No...
  • Re: Westfalia Stainless vent
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 25 Mar 2002 23:20:43 -0600
    ...curious--- > > Is there some kind of cover that goes over the stainless vent for > the > reefer on the side of a 87 Westy to...
  • Re: PREPING FOR PAINT JOB ON 87 WESTY
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
    Sat, 7 Mar 2015 12:47:22 -0800
    ...My google search did turn up a Flikr page for Roger Sisler, who apparently sold stainless replacement hardware sets as well. The link for...
  • Final Pricing SA stainless steel spare tanks
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Mon, 5 Dec 2011 20:22:48 -0800
    ...The difference will be these tanks are to be made in 304 stainless which according to the vendor is food grade. That means the...
  • Re: GoWesty coolant repair kit vs SS pipes
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 18 May 2009 05:59:12 -0700
    ...If I were >> spending $30K+ for a van or >> I had a syncro that I off-roaded, I personally would go with >> stainless pipes...