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• Link to seam rust fix
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 30 Dec 2007 15:42:24 -0600
  ...Any tips to make this easier on a 90 GL? TIA DM&FS
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 14:36:53 -0700
  ...26 Jan , 2015, at 1:01 PM, Stuart MacMillan wrote: > Great tips, thanks all! > > Unfortunately, there have been so many run problems with this...
• Re: Windshield washer tank repair questions
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 13 May 2017 17:50:15 -0400
  ...it I’d love > to start with any list suggestions on tips for tank removal and inspection > or other likely problems such as hose...
• Re: Best chance of passing emissions?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 19 Aug 2005 00:44:29 -0700
  ...other tips: Change the oil-somehow this lowers the HC. Have the idle up around 850-950. Drive about 100 miles with premium gas...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 18:12:29 -0500
  ...Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way! Great tips, thanks all! Unfortunately, there have been so many run problems with this van...
• Re: Fuel Fire / engine fire/ tips
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 17:15:11 -0500
  ...Fuel Fire / engine fire/ tips I kwould think ypu'd be better off buying straight old Kevlar 29(the wave that is about as...
• Re: heaters Espar -vs - Propex
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Fri, 30 Dec 2005 11:06:16 -0700
  ...Brian Tipsword <nobleman1962@YAHOO.COM> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: heaters Espar -vs - Propex > > > Hiya! > > > > I am looking at the Propex Heatsource HS1800...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 11:34:00 -0800
  ...use as an extension) - 2 screw drivers with full set of tips - 2 pieces of 2x4 wood 3 feet long - a medium size tarp...
• Re: Door seal replacement
  Historical mailing list - Mudd \"Not Jack\" Sparrow
  Sat, 7 Mar 2015 19:40:12 -0800
  ...Any tips or tricks that might help me along? My assumption is peel it away, clean off any residue, and reverse the removal. > > Thanks...
• Dash Removal '78
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Mon, 1 Jun 2009 14:17:50 -0400
  ...If not I will greatly accept any tips or advice on the topic. -- Thanks, Jeff '90 Carat (Grover) '86 (We call this one Parts...
• Re: Towing a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Mon, 4 Sep 2000 23:48:05 -0400
  ...Thanks for any tips. > > Karl
• fuel line replacement
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Sat, 23 Dec 2000 09:28:02 -0500
  ...the injectors? And any additional sources for puchasing the hose? Any tips on the job itself would also be appreciated (depressurizing and repressurizing the...
• tools for cutting off fused rusted exhaust bolts????
  Historical mailing list - Ed DeBolt
  Fri, 8 Dec 2000 18:24:42 -0800
  ...anyone have any good tips for tools and techniques??? TIA ed [text/html]
• Re: Safety Tips for Women... no Vanagon content...
  Historical mailing list - Pedersen, Michael
  Fri, 6 Jul 2001 10:00:34 -0700
  Wow... this stuff works great. My boss walked in and I considered turning and giving him a shot to the crotch but I just...
• Re: Costco R-134a
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Kline
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 15:58:19 -0500
  ...Will make for a hot summer, or one predominantly heading north. Tips for a newbie welcomed. Have a safe traveling holiday weekend Patrick http...
• Yakima bike rack
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Mon, 1 Sep 2003 10:08:39 -0600
  ...Has anyone successfully used this rack on their van and if so what measurement did you use on the frame openning? Any other tips...
• Looking for 15" wheels experience
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Wed, 15 Oct 2003 18:00:46 EDT
  ...Any tips on how performance and speedo changes would be great. Thanks all Bill Marshall 85 GL Tiico "Pandora's Box" Aurora, IL
• Vanagon Parts Source
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Fri, 5 Jan 2007 21:46:17 -0500
  ...http://www.partsplaceinc.com/PDF/PartsPlaceIncCatalog09.pdf There are some good tips in the catalog as well. Jack R.
• alternatives to fiberglass insulation
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sun, 25 Feb 2007 19:10:21 -0500
  ...season right around the corner, make sure to follow these few simple tips. http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx?icid=HMFebtagline
• Re: ice melting
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 17 Mar 2007 11:13:28 -0600
  ...not Shasta, Eureka. ;>) _________________________________________________________________ It�s tax season, make sure to follow these few simple tips http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx...
• Disneyland camping?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 6 May 2007 09:36:59 -0700
  ...possible enroute, so any advice on how to do this, and tips on sites near Disneyland appreciated. This will probably be in July, maybe...
• ADMINISTRIVIA - Re: Off topic - Tips for beetle
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:17:30 -0800
  Do not post messages unless they have legitimate Vanagon content. If you think the message you're sending is so important that the "Vanagon...
• Re: seat upholstery removal tip request
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 26 Mar 2017 13:31:11 -0700
  ...seatupholstery removal tip request Hi list, Well it’s off but, tips on getting it back on are probably more important! All is intact...
• Re: Rear window removal tips?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Brower
  Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:30:19 -0500
  ...could cut the rubber but if it is removed without playing with sharp knives that would be nice. > > Tips are greatly appreciated. > > Eric Caron
• Re: Help with pop top struts
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 5 May 2022 14:05:52 -0600
  ...like the plastic part of the rear hatch strut. > > So, Any tips on how to disconnect them or make them weaker? My guess is...
• Re: Newbie REPLY to Replies
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 16:50:23 -0800
  ...Also some great tips, suggestions & feedback. Thanks to SpaceKommander for tips on how to send via UUencode rather than "MIME". This will be the...
• Re: Any detailing tips?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Thu, 29 Apr 2004 21:32:42 -0700
  ...A thorough wash, a quality wax, an > interior detailing...I can't wait! > > Any detailing tricks, tips, or travesties to share? Currently I'm...
• Re: Cromulent, imbiggens, D'oh
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 17:38:44 -0800
  ...maint tips? > ::: > :::>Oh it's an obscure reference to "The Simpsons" > ::: > :::>Speech: > ::: > :::>"....... embigens the common man" > ::: > :::>Two teachers smoking a butt at back of...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 14:10:51 -0500
  ...26, 2015 11:54 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor Still chasing bugs in my son's...
• Re: Electrical help please!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 19 May 2009 23:33:56 -0400
  At 11:06 PM 5/19/2009, Aaron Robinson wrote: >So here are my questions: >1) Any tips on troubleshooting the wipers? >2) Any...
• How to remove front passenger seat
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Tue, 7 Jul 2020 18:14:25 -0500
  ...Any tips are appreciated! Thanks Jeff Sent from my iPhone
• cruise control saga - part 2
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 19 Apr 2015 09:32:31 -0700
  ...on my other '90 van using Ken's tips I repaired the 2 switches at the pedals - no go so I replaced the vacuum...
• Re: Metric bolts for CMORAN
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Jul 1996 17:26:34 -0500
  Colin, Thanks to you and Tim Smith for tips on shocks and rotors. After my test drive tonight I'll post my project review...
• FWD: Westie Owners
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
  Mon, 5 May 97 16:48:29 UT
  ...sell it there when finished after 6 months or so) any tips on what's available, what to avoid, insurance costs the petrol vs...
• Re: Pix of custom Westy fridge cabinet
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 13 Aug 1998 12:07:26 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Westy Equiv. in New Zealand
  Historical mailing list - Richard M. Myers
  Mon, 26 Oct 1998 18:04:08 -0800
  ...Any tips or good advice would be greatly appreciated? Thanks, Dick Myers '88 Westy '78 Westy
• Re: Is the Syncro tranny similar to regular tranny?
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Thu, 8 Apr 1999 19:56:25 -0700
  ...third). > > Is there any chance to get out of that with minimal dollars or are we > talking major bucks. > > Thanks for any tips, > ...Markus
• REAR HEATER Repair (o-ring)
  Historical mailing list - Emily Goodin
  Tue, 22 Feb 2000 12:15:03 -0700
  If anyone has any advice/tips on the o-ring replacement that Marshall mentions in his e-mail, I'd apreciate it. We will...
• Re: Water Pump Replacement
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 9 Jun 2011 10:09:14 -0700
  ...same task on a Porsche > 928<http://jenniskens.livedsl.nl/Technical/Tips/Files/pirtle_tbelt.pdf> > > -- > Casey BTDT. I initially considered a 928 for...
• Re: Tips & Tricks - Heating and Air Flow Control Levers - how to change
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 17:07:16 -0800
  On 2/24/06, Jim Felder <felder@knology.net> wrote: > > Hey, but if you're working on someone else's vanagon, you've got...
• Re: Kenwood KSC-SW1 powered subwoofer
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Tue, 21 Mar 2006 21:28:32 -0500
  ...has anyone put a subwoofer under the bench > > seat? Any > > tips? I was thinking I could put a 10" and have the box custom...
• Starter Bolts 91 Automatic
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Sat, 21 Apr 2007 18:57:34 -0400
  ...Can anyone provide tips, and the top bolt specs? Thanks!!! Jack
• Adjustable Armrest
  Historical mailing list - David Hines
  Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:37:29 -0700
  ...Does anyone know where I can get one? Any tips for installing/repairing it? David Hines 90 GL with subaru 2.2 87 GL...
• Re: How To Make New Battery To Starter Cable for 2.1 Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Messick
  Tue, 11 Dec 2007 19:58:43 -0800
  ...Any tips on soldering the ends on that big a wire without melting > half the insulation off? Ask your Napa folks if they have...
• Re: Power steering update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 8 Apr 2019 22:01:01 -0400
  ...I have a update and tips are wanted. > > Last weekend we started up the van to bring it out of hibernation. It seemed quiet...
• Re: exhaust bolts / studs... tips or tricks?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 18 May 2008 16:17:48 -0700
  ...Shazam Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: exhaust bolts / studs... tips or tricks? Scott, You really ought to try Kroil!!! I maintain that...
• Re: Any detailing tips?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 30 Apr 2004 14:28:10 -0500
  ...Any detailing tips? > > > I'm sticking my neck out here because I can't supply a link to my > information source but I'll...
• Big Sur CA Camping
  Historical mailing list - Jared Planter
  Mon, 18 Jul 2016 15:34:53 +0000
  ...Aside from major campgrounds does anyone know any off the beaten path spots to boon dock or have any tips to offer for camping...
• Rust preventing: undercoating?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Apr 1996 10:18:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Has anybody done undercoating work or had it done for them to prevent further corrosion? If you have, could you pass on any tips...
• Re: tire question
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 1 Jun 1998 06:16:36 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Brake question
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Robinson
  Wed, 21 Oct 1998 20:19:32 -0700
  ...If so, I've never done it and would love some tips on how exactly to do it. Just for a little more info...
• Re: My Caravelle Web
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 10 Feb 1999 17:40:03 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: Heating up a motor
  Historical mailing list - Southard Family
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 21:00:18 -0500
  On Wednesday, January 19, 2000 10:29 PM, Southard Family [SMTP:southard@GIS.NET] wrote: > Anybody have tips for starting a diesel that has...
• Part number for the TD "after run" coolant pump wiring harness?
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Mon, 21 Feb 2000 15:02:36 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: [Syncro] Final answer to the tire rim/offset question
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Sat, 11 Mar 2000 11:07:29 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: Bentley
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 18 May 2001 01:27:09 EDT
  ...It's a compilation of articles & tech tips from the BMW Car Club of America magazine "Roundel". BenT
• Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Eric Spletzer
  Mon, 9 Dec 2002 09:59:40 -0800
  ...Anybody know of anything better/easier to install? If it is - anybody have any tips on how to install it, or any things I...
• replacing themostat, Help!
  Historical mailing list - SD Kraning
  Tue, 15 Oct 2002 16:25:41 -0400
  ...My local VW guru seemed to think it was a fairly easy job, but I'm a little concerned - any tips or words of...
• wiring harness renewal?
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Sun, 27 Jul 2003 14:57:10 -0700
  ...What are the approved tips on making that harness good as new? Does it matter that the rubber boots on the injector connectors are...
• Squeeky Clutch Pedal
  Historical mailing list - Thompson, Michael
  Fri, 14 Nov 2003 11:30:09 -0700
  ...Does anyone know any tips or a simple way to access the pedal axis I may have overlooked (i.e. without removing the dash...