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• Re: 88 GL - Oil Cooler Seal R&R
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Tue, 31 Dec 2013 13:28:20 -0800
  ...oil coulant seal in my red '88 GL. > > Anyone have any tips or tricks as to how best get it done - particularly > without losing...
• Re: More On Front Blower Motor
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:10:04 -0800
  ...an absolute brilliant mechanic - awesome shop project feature - with pix and tips for easiest removal. I�couldn't have done it easier. best wishes...
• blinking coolant light solution
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Sun, 13 Feb 2011 22:29:39 -0700
  ...Sure enough the probe tips were coated with a dark slime. Wiped it off and all is well. Gregory Smith '88 Vanagon GL Smith...
• Tent camping in the Mammoth Lakes area
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 22 Jul 2009 21:52:30 -0700
  ...and/or camping in that area would like to pass on tips, tricks, warnings and must-sees (not about the kids and the dog...
• *** Fridge opperation ***
  Historical mailing list - Ian Corner
  Sun, 26 May 1996 15:35:04 +0200
  ...Could anyone tell me how it opperates or if there are any maintenance tips. Scince I've had the van I've never used...
• Re: engine change
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 25 Nov 1996 16:30:01 +0000
  ...I have the bently and was wondering if there are any tips on removing the engine. I have dropped air-cooled engines but this...
• Heat won't shut off all the way
  Historical mailing list - Tom Ervolina
  Fri, 13 Jun 1997 14:39:25 -0400
  ...Is this relatively easy to fix? Will I need to do major dissassembly of the heater unit? Again, any tips or hints are wlecome...
• C/V Lube
  Historical mailing list - John H. Rodgers
  Thu, 19 Mar 1998 20:09:21 -0500
  ...Any tips would be appreciated. John Rodgers Driv'n an '85 GL with 200,000 miles on her.
• Re: Sliding Door Rail Cover Removal?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 20:50:58 EDT
  In a message dated 98-07-22 20:42:26 EDT, lrumanes@S1.COM writes: << Anybody got any tips on getting the rail cover...
• thermostat housing leaking
  Historical mailing list - Brian Honan
  Thu, 7 Dec 2000 22:01:10 -0500
  ...Are there any tips or knowledge any one can share before I start taking it apart this weekend. Thanks Brian Honan 87 gl _____________________________________________________________________________________ Get...
• Emmission Test failed.
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Madsen
  Fri, 22 Jun 2001 15:00:19 -0400
  ...Can anyone else give some insight or tips for a good tune-up? Ken Madsen Toronto Ontario 87GL (Flash) 87 Golf Diesel (Smokey) 95...
• tiico's, subies and diesels oh my...
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 08:31:53 -0700
  ...Also, has anyone installed a 2.5RS Subaru motor? Thanks, Brian Tipsword Salem, OR 73' & 85' Westies ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Autos - Get free...
• Re: 1 FREE CARFAX REPORT THRU SUNDAY
  Historical mailing list - Scott W.
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:50:18 -0800
  ...should have tested it out first i guess before i waste someone elses time. __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more...
• Re: Dometic Fridge Electronic Ignition not working?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 18 Sep 2005 10:27:13 -0700
  ...Any hint's/tips appreciated.
• Re: Camping tips and tricks
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 11 Feb 2006 19:42:26 EST
  In a message dated 2/11/06 1:51:41 PM Eastern Standard Time, jhecht@ALUM.MIT.EDU writes: > The RIGHT side of your...
• Re: How to keep mirrors in place
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:54:49 -0400
  ...they will pretty much fold in completely. > >Does anyone have any tips on keeping them in place? Thanks in >advance. Take them off (2...
• Re: clutch time, reccomendations/tips?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:07:57 -0400
  ...clutch time, reccomendations/tips? > EVERY time I've tried to use those cheapo aligners, I've been left with a > disc that would not...
• Re: 88 Westie: Problematic Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 24 Nov 1998 17:40:44 -0800
  ...Any tips, > pointers, or other help would be appreciated. Try running it on 110v for about an hour to warm up the air intake...
• Re: small coolant hose replacement tips needed
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 11 Jan 2014 21:05:54 -0800
  ...small coolant hose replacement tips needed Eric - if �I'm reading this correctly, you're asking about a piece of tubing from the top...
• Re: Break job questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 21 Aug 2023 21:50:41 -0400
  ...Passenger front and then driver front. >> >> All tips wanted >> >> And again how much new fluid for the change is needed? >> >> Any special tips for...
• Part request interior panel
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 26 Dec 2022 18:33:32 +0000
  ...I feel like there were some useful tips on this some years back with some product recommendations. Thanks for tips or suggestions. I’m...
• Re: Lubrication tips one at a time.
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Fri, 4 Sep 2015 07:34:12 -0700
  ...Jack Botts <johnnyjewel43@hotmail.com> > wrote: > > > One of the best lube tips I've gotten is the use of the lubricant Wurth > > HHS 2000...
• Re: Rippin up Carpet and Cleaning headlights
  Historical mailing list - Joe T.
  Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:02:00 -0600
  ...this weekend. > Would > > like tips on what to NOT do regarding removing carpet from front area and > > re-install tips. Will be cleaning it...
• short block build tips?
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Sat, 10 May 2003 01:08:05 -0700
  ...of doing this (for someone without a compressor)? Thirdly, any general tips on case and bearing prep to get it ready to bolt the...
• Re: Camping tips and tricks
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Sat, 11 Feb 2006 15:48:12 -0900
  ...Camping tips and tricks To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > The RIGHT side of your back seat? On my van that pesky dark hole > is...
• Re: Any detailing tips?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Brideau
  Fri, 30 Apr 2004 17:39:08 -0400
  ...Any detailing tips? > Don't be skeptical of Armorall based on this one piece of anecdotal > evidence. There could be much more to that...
• Re: stock antenna - no AM stations?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Renz
  Fri, 23 Sep 2005 18:57:35 -0700
  ...thanks for the tips, im off to locate a good strong replacement antenna. any tips on that are now also appreciatted. =) cr ----- Original Message -----
• Your method to fit grp 41 battery in box
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:49:00 -0500
  ...Any tips from those still using the lead acid battery? Spencer
• GW cam sensor oil leak
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 3 Apr 2024 22:28:09 -0400
  ...anyone has experience with this issue. I’m thinking it is replacement time again. Tips appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL Auto GW engine management
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 08:17:26 -0800
  ...The >sears set (clear plastic handles with red and blue stripes) are >pretty disappointing. / >I don't abuse them, but the tips on my...
• Re: Poptop Canvas Install
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Sun, 24 Apr 2011 07:48:08 -0600
  ...My 82westy almost completed body and paint my canvas and seals await my installation which im cautiously anticipating thanks for the tips On Apr...
• Re: Things your throttle body doesn't want you to know.
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 28 May 2010 09:10:12 -0700
  second that, plus he was very helpful when I queried him on tips to machine TB at home. alistair On 28-May-10, at...
• Possible new group
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 1 Jun 1995 18:10:33 -0400
  ...Plan to include tips and hints for mechanical bus aspects. Just trying to get a small close knit group because I was overwhelmed with...
• Need Advice Buying a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Lucien A. Walsh
  Sun, 31 Aug 1997 18:41:13 +0000
  ...Anyway, I would welcome buying tips as my wife and I prepare to join this club (do I need to be a mechanic, for...
• More ??? on Headstuds
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Tue, 21 Dec 1999 15:39:48 -0500
  ...Are the ones offered by Fast German Auto or Race-Tech worth the money?? Also any tips on removing the old ones? Frank Miller...
• reducing westy water faucet velocity
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 23 Jun 2002 18:57:39 -0400
  ...Thanks for any tips. Edward
• power steering rack for sale ..Re: leaking power steering?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 17 Sep 2002 20:33:36 EDT
  ...is it safe to drive? Any other tips besides: CYFB (Check your f.....g Bently). >> yep, power steering is red ATF. fyi i have...
• Painting Fibreglass Poptop
  Historical mailing list - Steve Russell
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 16:09:16 -0800
  ...Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Steve '84 Westy (Moaning Myrtle)
• ETKA on XP-still not working
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Thu, 24 Apr 2003 01:21:40 +0000
  <html><div style='background-color:'><DIV>Thanks for the tips, guys, but the program either shows an error, or says "Hardlock not installed". If...
• BA heater for sale
  Historical mailing list - Brian Tipsword
  Wed, 22 Mar 2006 13:35:57 -0800
  ...Brian Tipsword Salem, Or
• Re: Camping tips and tricks
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 11 Feb 2006 02:51:03 EST
  In a message dated 2/11/06 2:16:56 AM Eastern Standard Time, starwagen@GMAIL.COM writes: > Got this from Phil Zimmerman. Stuff...
• Re: Suggestions for "Jeep roads" on Hawaii & Kauai?
  Historical mailing list - Isaac Taylor
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:48:23 -0500
  Thanks Warren, great tips. I can really "see" how good it sounds. - Isaac On 8/10/07, Warren Chapman <vwsyncroguy@yahoo.com> wrote: > Don...
• Re: Before you change that cooling unit--Dometic
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 21 Jul 2007 20:44:47 -0700
  Interesting read, and some useful tips. Like checking the door seal with a dollar bill. Every little bit counts! Neil. On 7/21/07...
• Valve cover gasket replacement
  Historical mailing list - Dave Weaver
  Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:32:25 -0400
  ...the stock exhaust Have new cork gaskets, but am looking for tips and suggestions to be sure I get it right the first time...
• Re: 10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled Vanagon camper
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 7 Oct 2015 14:48:30 -0700
  these are basic steps I do when smog time - fresh spark plugs - new air filter - new fuel filter - new oil change - a bottle of...
• Re: [T2] Aluminum jalousie window cleaning
  Historical mailing list - raceingcajun
  Thu, 6 Mar 2014 19:29:27 -0600
  ...Thursday, March 06, 2014 7:21 PM Subject: [T2] Aluminum jalousie window cleaning > Any tips on cleaning aluminum jalousie windows? I am working with...
• pop top canvas swap and ceiling treatment
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 1 Jul 2013 20:28:09 -0700
  ...hard earned (gee, I must have installed 5 of them now) tips for canvas install. Lots of info out there about that. cheers alistair
• Re: High top?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
  Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:27:21 -0500
  ...High top? > Anyone out there have suggestions for high top suppliers, installers, tips > or suggestions? And what is the market for the pop top...
• Re: replacement radio
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sat, 12 Dec 1998 18:19:08 -0800
  ...m considering ordering from Crutchfield. > Does anyone have good/bad experience with them? > Tips on installing radio? > Thanks > Bill > 90 Westy Syncro > Lake Tahoe
• Re: paint
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 13 Mar 1999 08:31:50 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Tips ?
  Historical mailing list - seheller
  Thu, 18 May 2000 13:20:46 -0400
  <bigger>>I d like to know your secret advice that you can tell me cause of >your experience in that matter ? </bigger> With my...
• Re: High Ratio Rockers
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 3 Sep 2000 12:33:39 EDT
  ...There is a cost savings and I like the roller tips Vs the slider method. I will ask Pauter, but I think the Pauter...
• idle before shut down [was wasserbox]
  Historical mailing list - (Donna Cassano)
  Tue, 15 Aug 2000 17:05:18 -0400
  ...Boy, who'd a thunk it? What other little "tips" does VW offer in their manual? Peace - donna '84 Westy (Pepe)
• window installation, any tips ?
  Historical mailing list - brian Honan
  Tue, 5 Feb 2002 19:55:04 +0000
  Hi, I found a far rear drivers side window at a junk yard it has the air vent in it as part of the...
• Rebuilding a distributor.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Stone
  Sat, 19 Feb 2005 15:19:40 EST
  ...Is it supposed to be this difficult? Any hints or tips? Tom Illinois
• Reminder - photos for this years Calendars
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Thu, 5 May 2005 20:06:17 -0700
  ...I'll be doing 3-4 calendar versions again this year. Tips - Set the camera on its highest resolution - Turn off the date stamp...
• Re: Looking for hardware
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 25 Sep 2005 13:33:09 -0600
  ...jimt On 9/25/05 12:02 PM, "Brian Tipsword" <nobleman1962@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > Hiya... > > > > I'm looking for 83' diesel engine mounting hardware...
• water pump was non german
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Tue, 6 Sep 2005 10:08:31 -0700
  ...all the needed parts, this is a mean job, water pump is just a back breaker, and tester of finger tips and mind. Joe
• Re: need help w/ cigarette lighter
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 19 Nov 2006 19:29:09 EST
  In a message dated 11/19/06 7:07:54 PM Eastern Standard Time, joefederici@EARTHLINK.NET writes: > Are there any tips to getting...
• Re: Fuel Tank Weirdness
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 21:30:16 EDT
  ...systems! David Clarkson 90 Westy (248k) **************It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money & Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax...