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• Re: Problems on the road
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 01:38:53 -0400
  ...Do this indiscriminately as you should do this periodically as a preventative maintenance item anyway. Recently I had the same symptoms and it turned...
• That is WHY vanagon BURN!
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Fri, 21 Jul 2006 10:41:03 -0400
  ...i agree! this had almost no maintenance on it since 1988 and was runing OK before we remove the engine... BUT, it was a...
• Re: CV Maintenance - Re-use old or new Rockford USA boots?
  Historical mailing list - Roman Haag
  Tue, 18 Apr 2017 18:40:42 -0400
  ...CV Maintenance - Re-use old or new Rockford USA boots? >> >> Hi, >> >> I am going to clean and lube the CV joints on my 2wd...
• Re: New vanagon leaking coolant
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Thu, 27 Jan 2005 13:27:43 -0800
  ...If you want photos of both these repairs pmail me and I will send them to you or go to my maintenance page and...
• Re: Front and rear seal replacement
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Fri, 18 Jan 2008 22:44:25 -0800
  ...He attributed this to owner/operator > error, as well as poor maintenance. Oil levels being a culprit. I am > very judicious in the operation...
• Cuts off on startup
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Wed, 9 Mar 2016 19:18:59 -0800
  ...I've had regular routine maintenance done by mechanics, but this just seems to have started out of nowhere. What needs to be done...
• 83 Waterboxer for sale
  Historical mailing list - Bobby "Butch" Stokes
  Fri, 17 Nov 1995 14:00:32 CDT
  ...I've owned van since new and have kept up the maintenance on it. Only work done on van was by VW dealers or...
• Re: Syncro Parts Costs FYI
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Tue, 24 Jan 1995 17:57:15 -0800
  ...9501250141.AA29846@hpptc38.rose.hp.com> writes: > Having a little preventive maintenance done just now on the red brick. > > VWOA PN Description Amount > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > 094...
• Maintenance of Eurovan West. Poptop
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Garrett
  Sun, 17 Aug 1997 11:10:38 -0400
  This is a multi-part message in MIME format. --------------F1C59D983616409776747D6D Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Hi The original...
• Re: VW=On-going maintenance concern
  Historical mailing list - DavidM
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 17:54:19 -0400
  Dave Ohlemacher wrote: > > Unless you are buying brand new, does anyone trust just one car? And even then, I > have many stories of new...
• Re: What to buy
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Fri, 25 Sep 1998 10:42:34 -0600
  ...You'll also not have to invest in expensive drive train maintenance as in the Syncro. (No flames, please, I'd love a syncro...
• Re: Westy value
  Historical mailing list - T.P. Stephens
  Sun, 14 Nov 1999 11:21:54 -0800
  ...Doktor Tim Maintenance Repair and Restoration of European Vehicles San Juan Island, WA
• Re: EGR light???
  Historical mailing list - Westywoman
  Mon, 28 Feb 2000 19:42:11 -0500
  ...Voila! The EGR light goes out! Now, schedule your van for the appropriate maintenance! :-) -- Melissa Mourkas 81 Westy
• Re: '80 Westi- new brakes, now how to adjust them?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 23 Aug 2002 21:27:48 -0400
  ...your ass, for it bears you." For me doing my own maintenance is part of building a relationship with a vehicle. I never really...
• Cleaning DA-6 heater internals?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 1 Feb 2005 07:30:26 -0800
  ...Also, is there any maintenance that should be done on the burner side of things, aside from removing all the various pieces and cleaning...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box - What be in it?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 5 Mar 2006 13:16:14 -0800
  ...assembling a list of tools I should have to handle > basic maintenance and road emergencies, so what are your suggestions? > Both deep and shallow...
• 2.1 Engine Exhaust Stud/Bolt Questions?
  Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
  Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:22:07 -0700
  Time for some preventative maintenance on the proverbial rusting exhaust system! Presently running a stock 2.1 exhaust system with OEM Pipes and Hangers...
• Re: Back From Mexico!
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 19:31:30 -0500
  ...no car, of any sort, lasts forever without maintenance and repairs. not rolls-royce, not mercedes. a vw is no different. you MUST fix...
• Re: 1999 Eurovan Video is here!
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Sun, 21 Jun 1998 16:42:20 -0700
  ...Will it discuss what 2year/24000miles "no-charge" scheduled maintenance means in the context of modern vehicles that generally require no other scheduled maintenance...
• Re: how do you test and a/c compressor?
  Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
  Sun, 25 Jun 2006 15:30:04 -0400
  ...saabs, boats, jet skis, dog and wife (all require to > > much > > > maintenance, accept the dog)... > > > > > > www.carboncow.com > > > www.carboncow.net > > > > > > > -- > > shawn feller, ohio...
• Vanagon and VW Rabbit
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 9 Jan 2019 14:20:49 -0500
  ...least some of what I’ve learned about Vanagon care and maintenance, and general systems is going to carry over to a 1980 Rabbit...
• Re: slightly OT - wood interiors
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Thu, 28 Nov 2013 22:30:53 -0800
  ...slightly OT - wood interiors One reason wood has become less popular is maintenance - wood interiors, and moreso wood exteriors, need regular, time-consuming care...
• Annual maintenance budget
  Historical mailing list - turbowesty
  Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:58:44 -0400
  A few recent threads have me thinking about about something I pondered before buying mine, and since. I set an annual budget for keeping...
• Re: Info on Hwy 20 in Wa?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:27:55 -0700
  ...Right now the lure of lakefront camping sucked us in, so not much happening in Vanagon maintenance... I'm commuting to work from the...
• Re: Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:37:02 -0500
  ...Gives a whole new meaning to 'periodic > maintenance'. And for spares? Check with an Alaskan bush pilot... > > >
• FS:90 Vanagon Camper Synchro
  Historical mailing list
  18 Mar 1996 15:33:41 -0500
  ...extended transferrable warranty (Bumper to Bumper w/ $25 deductible) All scheduled maintenance performed, have all paperwork and owners manuals 4WD, PS PB,PL,PW...
• Re: Re refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Bey
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 13:02:08 EDT
  ...They do need regular maintenance (every year or two). Lighting the fridge can be very tricky. Check the archives for lighting tips. I find...
• Re: Cost of Ownership
  Historical mailing list - Christensen
  Sat, 16 Aug 2003 17:24:16 -0500
  ...Taurus drops $14,471 of its value over three years, and will typically cost the owner $5,753 in maintenance. The Accord loses $11...
• Re: A/C charging and maintenance...
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 28 May 2004 12:29:12 -0400
  Stan's reposting of Dave Stragand's article covers just about everything. The only thing I'd add is...After the conversion, instead of...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 23 Apr 2007 (#2007-423)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 24 Apr 2007 12:13:27 -0700
  ...201,000 + miles on > original engine. << > > Body work, repairing and painting automatically disqualifies you from the > "hippy way of thinking" regarding van maintenance. :) :) :) > > Bryan >
• Re: Interesting things in glovebox,VW orgins, "joker"...wolfburg, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Joachim Beek
  Thu, 22 Mar 2001 00:09:35 -0600
  ...1984 Maintenance booklet. There's a place to put the Customer >Identifications Card, but I don't have that. There's a lot of...
• CV Maintenance - Re-use old or new Rockford USA boots?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Tue, 18 Apr 2017 10:26:37 -0600
  Hi, I am going to clean and lube the CV joints on my 2wd 1991 Westy. I've heard all sorts of horror stories...
• Re: Oil pressure warnings, WAS: Mann Oil Filter and lifters, now emissions indicator lights.
  Historical mailing list - James
  Wed, 5 Mar 2014 14:34:29 -0500
  ...doesn't tell me if the gas tank cover is loose :-) > "maintenance indicator light" is there for. ..... These vehicles > will even know if there...
• Re: Vanagon help near Tracy, CA?
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:00:57 -0800
  ...Cafe, and is not real experienced yet in doing > his own maintenance. He is stuck in his driveway. > > Any help is appreciated - his email...
• How should I market my Westy
  Historical mailing list - Larry Himli
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:34:59 -0500
  ...to sell her? I have maintained her well and have all maintenance records. Extras include; two 60 watt solar panels with controller, 3 yellow...
• Re: Subaru 2.2L Engine in Vanagon - Any Experiences?
  Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
  Sun, 11 Oct 1998 15:31:50 -0400
  Marty - One of my clients has been a Subaru mechanic for 20 years & tells me IF folks will follow the recommended maintenance schedule there...
• More stuff, cleaning shop, equipment too!
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Fri, 12 Apr 2002 00:22:14 -0400
  ...internals, $400 1) Hoffman brake lathe, works well, but could use maintenance, $1000. Big and heavy! 110~120 volt, single phase. Not sure this...
• '80 Westy FS
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 24 Jan 2004 09:49:24 -0700
  ...Apparently too many "maintenance" receipts to recite on my brief phone call. If anyone from out of town becomes interested and would like me...
• Re: Wasserboxer Reputation . long
  Historical mailing list - Dart 330
  Tue, 10 Dec 2002 13:45:06 -0600
  ...Everything I every replaced on these cars was due to lack of maintenance by the previous owners. Although a used car with less upkeep...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 12:19:39 -0800
  ...some of the simpler maintenance work myself. > > Could you please help me make a detailed list of basic maintenance > "MUST-HAVE" tools for the...
• reason for self-service and OR bashing
  Historical mailing list - A Brandon Smith
  Wed, 13 Sep 1995 14:18:51 -0700 (PDT)
  ...lets talk maintenance. i am getting better at working on my bus. can actually tell you what a few of the things in the...
• Re: J.B. Weld Head Repair
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 14:05:52 -0500
  Steve, Preventative maintenance is one thing, but using JB Weld on your heads is a bad idea. If you are really trying to do...
• But My Van Isn't Worth That Much!!
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Thu, 22 Aug 2002 20:14:19 -0700
  ...Haven't touched the motor or tranny other than maintenance. Just fixed the brakes, replaced the carbs/cv's/battery/tires/headlights and complete...
• Re: Crummy Window Cranks!
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Mon, 4 Apr 2011 19:22:51 -0700
  ...But the lesson was - event he window >> opperating mechanisms must have preventive maintenance done. It is, >> after all, machinery, and won't run forever...
• Re: CV joint maintenance/replacement question.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 23 Apr 2017 14:05:29 +0000
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• Re: [T2] Aluminum jalousie window cleaning
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 6 Mar 2014 19:29:35 -0800
  ...The frames in your windows will last for 100 years or more with no maintenance, but they won't stay shiny. I do wish...
• Re: "Increase... Warning not for NOT for Watercooled But Aircooled
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Thu, 21 Oct 1999 08:44:12 EDT
  ...I know that Vanagons have a history of overheating (due more to lack of maintenance, part failure or radiant heat damage, then due to...
• Re: headleak
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 29 Jan 2000 23:47:19 -0600
  ...I guess I fall somewhere between > regular maintenance and "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". Standing by > with the CO2 bottle...
• Re: Vanagon Love
  Historical mailing list - Jim Snyder
  Thu, 20 Apr 2000 18:39:22 -0400
  ...It was a maintenance issue. I truely love this vehicle and never plan to get rid of it. Jim
• Re: Maple Syrup?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 10 Oct 2000 08:58:00 -0700
  Wonder if preventative maintenance might be to seal the board with something (varathane?) before you get a leak? Or why not cut a tupperwear...
• Re: Finally got a westy!!!
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 27 May 2002 23:31:13 -0700
  Wonder if her maintenance is as high as Stan's van's? Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "Stephen Overmyer" <s.overmyer@UWS.EDU.AU...
• Re: To buy or not to buy: 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Paul Mayfield
  Thu, 30 May 2002 23:02:26 -0700
  ...This one sounds like poor maintenance I've never heard of a Firestone oil filter! That alone marks it as owned by a _______. I...
• Re: '80 Westi- new brakes, now how to adjust them?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 24 Aug 2002 01:58:51 EDT
  In a message dated 8/23/02 9:27:02 PM, gull@CYBERSPACE.ORG writes: > For >me doing my own maintenance is part of...
• Re: Yesterday's Engine Fire in Rockefeller Center NYC
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 20:35:57 EST
  ...vehicles need maintenance. as far as cracked fuel lines, that can happen on any car. as far as a bad head gasket design, well...
• Re: Here's a new scam...
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 5 Aug 2011 19:27:52 -0700
  ...change > brakes and general maintenance done on it,so the Bus is a 1984 Volkswagen > Bus, so if you can handle that for me...
• Broken Passenger Side Mirror
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
  Mon, 19 May 2014 01:47:30 -0400
  ...Anybody know of a fix for this? Is there some maintenance I should do to prevent this on the driver's side? The van...
• Re: Oil Change. Zetec
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 6 Dec 2012 16:16:07 -0600
  ...The point was to compare what would be lost due to maintenance neglect to the cost of oil changes. The whole package is what...
• '85 1.9 manual shift
  Historical mailing list - Dominic Provini Jr.
  Tue, 8 May 2012 16:08:00 -0400
  ...It's probably due for some routine maintenance. Thanks Dom
• Re: move Gerry while he's sick?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Fri, 8 May 2009 09:45:45 -0700
  I think anyone volunteering to transport Gerry must submit detailed photos of their Vanagon and copies of its maintenance history for the last two...
• Timing
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 2 Jan 1995 17:15:24 -0500
  ...While I'm not expert mechanic everything looks and runs great and I hope to do most or all maintenance and repairs myself. However...