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• Re: Short story in Der Speigel about the Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 21:42:20 +0200
  > - There are many resources in germany dedicated to the repair and > enjoyment of the T3, internet forums etc. You wish... :-( Okay, private groups, forums...
• Re: 14" tires, report...
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:51:05 -0800
  http://www.californiawestys.com/vw-vanagon-service-repairs/vanagon-wheels-upgrade/
• Electric window regulators
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 2 Nov 2016 08:55:40 -0500
  Who among us does repair of the electric window regulators? Thanks, John
• Re: Heater core repair
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 19:10:54 -0400
  ...Heater core repair Has anyone had any luck repairing the front heater core on a water cooled Vanagon? I am seeing some small weeping...
• Re: Patching a water tank?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 26 Oct 2007 13:08:24 -0700
  ...Is there a way to repair that > stuff? I have to fix my Alaskan's tank so I can tow my "Tool-box/Vanagon...
• Re: clutch chatter
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 27 Mar 2014 09:54:52 -0700
  ...I repaired my clutch pedal though. Any clutch housing work I did was R&R with new parts. https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/ClutchHousing...
• Repair manual
  Historical mailing list - Caroline Hecht
  Tue, 7 Jun 1994 22:02:29 -0400
  ...I need a repair manual. The official > VW manual is $85. Any advice? Does this Robert Bentley place have > one for the vanagon? > > Will...
• Re: Parts for 77 Camper...
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 2 May 94 19:04:02 CDT
  > > I am looking for sources for rust repair parts and replacement rubber pieces > for my 1977 VW Camper. Any info on where to look...
• Repair or replace
  Historical mailing list - Barry Mercer
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 22:13:56 -0400
  ...How do you determine if it should be repaired or replaced ?? I've seen several messages go by over the years that deal with...
• Re: Faucet Repair
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Thu, 30 May 2002 22:28:30 -0500
  ...both ways--- TK E-mail message If you are going to repair or replace your faucet before you do check out the upgrade done...
• Re: bumper repair was Re: tube bumpers
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 25 Dec 2005 23:07:33 -0500
  ...bumper repair was Re: tube bumpers there's no telling what sort of crap� resin system VW used on those FG bumpers. It looks...
• Re: Sliding door lower track repair
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 12 Feb 2019 23:13:27 -0700
  ...Sliding door lower track repair > > since there's a groove, we have the option of repairing le lower track or > putting in a new...
• Re: Probably get this one for $2k
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 30 May 2015 07:54:38 -0400
  Why I made that suggestion. $3k won't get an engine replaced but if repairable will definitely cover that. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...
• getting seam rust repaired
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:34:19 -0230
  ...I'm taking her in to a body shop next week to get an estimate on repairs - the options they mentioned involve replacing the...
• Bentley and minor repairs...
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Michael Stevens
  Mon, 1 Aug 94 13:52:03 EDT
  ...Also, I'm planning to do some cosmetic repairs on the bus this coming weekend and could use some quick advise. 1. The springs...
• Re: Introduction and some questions
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Mon, 15 May 1995 17:17:19 -0700
  In message <95May15.165304pdt.34950@reynaldo.parc.xerox.com> writes: > We used to take our VWs to "Beyond Repair" in Paceco, CA for service...
• Re: Westfalia Screen Repair Help Needed
  Historical mailing list - Jack Agnew
  Sun, 5 Feb 1995 11:38:35 -0800 (PST)
  On Sun, 5 Feb 1995, rachel martin wrote: > > Does anyone have helpful hints on repairing the canvas screen on a Westy? > I have one...
• Trade my 86 Syncro for a Westy?
  Historical mailing list - bpremack
  Thu, 11 Sep 1997 19:01:18 -0500
  ...Body is good, with one rusty lower panel on driver's side that was poorly repaired by a previous owner (which would be reflected...
• Re: Westy water tank repair, how to?
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Wed, 21 Apr 2004 11:34:10 -0700
  ...Westy water tank repair, how to? > I've got a good water tank if you need it. > $75.00 with sender, drain cap, no...
• Re: Tire Damage Question
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:14:55 -0400
  Did any repair shops take the time to explain to you the reason why they won't touch this type of damage? The sidewall...
• Re: Black Friday vanagon and camper items?
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Mon, 15 Nov 2021 20:22:15 -0600
  ...When they started leaking, I sent them back to Danner for repair. They did the repairs for free. It's surprising who supports repair...
• Re: '86 Valve job question - details
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
  Tue, 10 Aug 1999 07:42:26 -0700
  ...Dad took it to the repair shop because the engine was making > a "ticking noise". The noise is louder when the engine starts and...
• Re: Vanagon repair in Phoenix AZ area?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 31 Dec 2003 11:11:54 -0700
  ...Vanagon repair in Phoenix AZ area? I looked at the recommended repair list. I searched the archives. Nothing I could find. Does anyone have...
• Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 13 Aug 2016 16:47:54 -0400
  ...So, Assuming I can get the boot, anyone want to talk me through this repair? Eric Caron 85 Auto Westfalia > On Aug 13, 2016...
• Re: 10/15 Need Advice AND Repairs (1991 GMC Vandura) in BERKELEY, Calif.
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 16 Oct 2015 12:46:26 +0000
  ...10/15 Need Advice AND Repairs (1991 GMC Vandura) in BERKELEY, > Calif. > 10/15 Need Advice AND Repairs (1991 GMC Vandura) > Hello, car persons...
• Re: gas fuel tank sealant repair needed
  Historical mailing list - Doug Noganav
  Sat, 25 Apr 2009 10:21:09 -0700
  ...gas fuel tank sealant repair needed I used JB Weld on my gas tank and it's been holding perfectly. Just make sure it...
• power window repair
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 10 Oct 1996 19:42:06 -0400
  ...I pulled out the Bentley, but not much is said about repair. However, I did pull out the window motor, cable winder, and window...
• Re: Replacing pop top bug screen
  Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
  Tue, 15 Jun 1999 23:04:46 -0400
  ...We found some screen material that was a very close match at the local canvas repair emporium, where we had to demonstrate the pop...
• Re: whats the book time for installing a new exhaust OR...
  Historical mailing list - Ron Tipton
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 10:34:49 -0400
  On Jun 16, 2004, at 10:00 AM, Joy Hecht wrote: > Is there actually a book (or more likely a database) that auto repair...
• Re: any Portland OR listees? know a good VW repair shop in Portland?(tranny probs)
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 8 Dec 2006 20:31:53 -0500
  ...any Portland OR listees? know a good VW repair shop in :::Portland?(tranny probs) ::: :::a friend of mine just moved to Portland.. he's...
• Advice on front collision damage
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Tue, 2 Jan 2007 12:59:53 -0500
  ...I'm a bit leery of getting into repairs, but seem to have no choice (others I have looked at have also needed work...
• Re: Did we forget to post the Bob Hoover story for Christmas?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Mon, 31 Dec 2018 19:48:52 -0800
  ...9:01 PM, Stephen Grisanti <bike2vcu@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > > Midnight Repairs > > > | > | > | > | | | > > | > > | > | > | | > Midnight Repairs > He came down the back drive just before midnight on Christmas...
• Re: speedo fix or re-calibrate - was GoWesty 2.4L Engine
  Historical mailing list - Geo
  Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:00:17 -0700
  ...Let > me know FWIW, I repaired the clock in my '84 using this website: http://www.pauldottrip.com/84vanagon/analogclock/analogclock.html My clock...
• FS: Bentley Manual
  Historical mailing list - Chip
  Thu, 15 Mar 2001 21:30:12 -0600
  The Official Factory Repair Manual published by Robert Bentley for VW Vanagons 1980-91. This covers all facets of repair for all Vanagon models...
• Re: HOW TO bleed the coolant system...
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Mon, 26 Mar 2001 09:10:50 -0500
  ...Haynes is far more direct in giving actual "how-to" instructions for many repairs and much maintenance. I wouldn't be without mine. However...
• 1991 Vanagon Head Gasket Problem
  Historical mailing list - Jones, Dustin
  Thu, 12 Dec 2002 15:54:27 -0500
  ...I'm just a broke college student and looking for the cheapest yet best way to repair this problem. Could it even be possibly...
• Re: Your thoughts on auto transmission
  Historical mailing list - Robert Mendonca
  Wed, 17 Mar 2004 10:14:23 -0800
  ...For those who don't do their own repairs, it's not cheap to repair/replace, but it usually has to be faced in...
• Re: GOOP
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 21:25:56 -0600
  ...Fixed my rear heater valve with it on my '85 GL, and I repaired a pair of hip waders I used for fishing in...
• Re: Window and Middle Track Rust repair.
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Sun, 7 Feb 2021 17:58:15 -0500
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• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Alan S Gondry
  Tue, 25 Nov 1997 15:32:34 EST
  How do I get to and use the archieves available for watercool repair? alan
• Re: got Magic Bus repaired (was Re: Broke down in Omaha)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 26 Jun 2006 11:47:56 -0400
  Too much,that magic bus..
• Re: repair panel
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 12 Jan 2007 08:26:14 -0600
  >> bondo... me, i don't like that English name? Bon d'eau? Jim
• Interesting item on eBay web site item#57591519: VW Vanagon Official Factory Repair Manual
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 18 Jan 1999 07:39:25 -0800
  ...VW Vanagon Official Factory Repair Manual Seller: brooke@hgea.org Starts: 01/16/99 23:40:55 PST Ends: 01/23/99 23:40...
• Re: Odometer Broken
  Historical mailing list - George A Lehman
  Thu, 23 Aug 2001 19:10:47 -0500
  Odometer sometimes can be repaired. Fault often a nylon gear which is force fit on a metal shaft. If the gear is not broken...
• Re: VW America denies recall
  Historical mailing list - Lund
  Sat, 11 Jan 1997 21:07:16 -0800 (PST)
  ...Now they stated "that since the repair had been already been done once, VW of America is not responsible for additional repair work." When...
• Re: 91 Vanagon Recall!!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Mar 1997 12:42:52 -0500 (EST)
  yes but not for damages just repairs anyone out there with the resources for a class action suit it's a defect and we...
• 83 or 85?
  Historical mailing list - Rio Rafael
  Fri, 9 May 1997 15:13:47 -0400
  ...I have decided to buy the 83 due to its simplicity and ease of repair. besides, i like the owner's attitude and meticulousness...
• Tijuana Autobody shops
  Historical mailing list - Rex Redstone
  Sun, 7 Sep 2003 22:24:58 -0700
  ...their insurance company gave me $1000 to "start" the repair process at an authorized repair shop. I was thinking I could get more done...
• Re: defroster grid repair (instrument cluster ribbon?)
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sun, 4 Mar 2007 19:58:44 EST
  ...http://www.frostfighter.com/ff_pdt_2100.htm Seems like it ought to work but a similar product applied the same way never repaired...
• slightVC: TDI vs hybrid (was: Re: TDI conversion thoughts)
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:38:05 -0400
  ...I say this because after the batteries die, you're stuck with another $10k repair bill. On top of that, I'm sure California...
• Re: Overheating, smoking, rough running
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Tue, 23 Oct 2007 19:33:14 -0400
  ...One other suggestion would be to use "normal" Bar's Leaks on it (not HG Repair) and then if that doesn't help, flush...
• repaired again - repaired link to ..;/ photos of alternator repair :) hope the repair to vanagon is better than the link :)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:50:53 -0700
  dear fellow vanagoniterites had a failure of bracket bolts that holds the alternator on these are 3 vphotos of the post failure - post repair...
• Re: Repair Shops in Georgia/SC - Transmission: No shifting into 3rd or 4th
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Wed, 22 Aug 2012 20:05:18 -0700
  ...I do not have a place, the tools, or the time to drop and repair a transmission (I managed a water pump replacement, and...
• Call for Mexico Repair Shop info
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 15:42:15 -0500
  ...If you have had any experience at all, with any breakdowns and where able to get "REPAIRS" OR "PARTS" ...... Please send me the details...
• Vanagon repair in Phoenix AZ area?
  Historical mailing list - Kriss De Jong
  Wed, 31 Dec 2003 00:35:27 -0800
  I looked at the recommended repair list. I searched the archives. Nothing I could find. Does anyone have a recommendation for a vanagon repair...
• OH Dear, OH Deer: I got a call from Mel the Ins Co Guy
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Tue, 4 Nov 2008 16:21:23 -0500
  ...etc (LOL!) Ridiculous! So the repair bill breaks the 80 % threshold ratio of repair to value. "WE may have to total the car. But...
• Re: Pop top canvas repair
  Historical mailing list - Katherine Lee
  Sat, 1 Jun 2002 15:19:03 -0700
  ...This week I repaired a tiny hole in the canvas of my Westy's pop top. I thought about ironing a patch over the...
• loans free
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Dec 2000 20:17:18 +0000
  ...You can start immediately to restore your personal or business credit by applying Our very unique 30 day credit repair plan. Thanks to the...
• Re: Who Sells the Coolant Pipe Repair Kit?
  Historical mailing list - Rob Wright
  Mon, 4 Nov 2002 23:26:13 -0600
  I used some hose that's called gorrilla hose 1.00 ID to repair the rusted pipes. I made some 1.250 to 1...
• Re: Tranny Whinning in 84 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - John Jensen
  Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:40:06 -0400
  ...What I'm trying to do is make a rational decision about how to schedule the repair. Most of my driving is around town...