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• AW Electric Question
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 09:25:03 -0800
  ...The description sounds like the AW has a Surepower Isolator that requires a modification to the connection at the regulator on the alternator and...
• Re: Secret $15 steel wheel source
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:32:43 -0800
  You sure Karl? The wheels I got bolted right on with no modifications whatsoever. Of course they're real Mercedes wheels. :-) On Mon, Dec...
• Re: '84 Westy FS on CL in VA
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Mon, 9 Jan 2012 12:57:35 -0500
  ...I guess he thinks his modifications > > > are a good selling point for a prospective buyer. > > > > > I think he must think he's improved the...
• Inherently weak??? WAS: Wasserboxer Horsepower Increase, an intellegent discussion
  Historical mailing list - Fred Porter
  Fri, 1 May 1998 09:00:17 -0600
  ...But mpg while cruising on the highways may actually be improved if the modifications are chosen so that pwer losses due to pushing exhaust...
• Re: Mods
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Wed, 2 Apr 2014 10:19:27 -0500
  ...com> wrote: > > > > > > > > > Hi Listees , > > I have been doing a lot of modifications to my '89 over the winter. Here > > is my lame blog showing...
• Re: Mystery lines (at least to me)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:44:06 -0500
  ...Now, I may be > >wrong, and I realize that many modifications are made to the Vanagon > >without compromising function, and a few (eliminating or...
• Re: rear table pole base plate missing ???
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:41:42 -0800
  There is a useful modification that can be done with a piece of hardwood dowel, a rubber door banger preventer, and a little time...
• Re: Wheel alternatives...
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:01:12 -0400
  ...fit and work properly on a Vanagon, but some of the > modifications (drilling, different studs, spacers, machine work) sounds > pretty pricey. We might even...
• Re: Returned
  Historical mailing list - Norman Leong
  Sun, 20 Jul 1997 10:29:28 -0700
  ...You could, of course, make the re- quisite modifications so it'd be legal to drive here, but it usually costs $$$. It almost seems...
• Re: swivel seats
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Jan 2000 17:15:17 EST
  ...if anybody knows if this is possible or knows of any modifications that need to be done, or ultimately if anybody has any that...
• Re: Anyone have Audi 5000 lug bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Menchions
  Tue, 8 Jan 2002 13:26:42 -0500
  ...I guess > they aren't cheap, but in relative terms of upkeep/maintenance/modification > a small cost to make sure your wheels stay on...
• Tip for anyone installing 30mm oil pump on vanagon air cooled engine.
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Sat, 13 Mar 2004 17:16:01 -0500
  ...I hope this info helps the next guy doing this modification. Adam P Charleston,SC Coburn, WV 81 Westy "The Brick " 70 Single Cab...
• Re: Microwave in the cabinet under the sink
  Historical mailing list - jeffg
  Fri, 26 Aug 2005 09:46:33 -0400
  ...Microwave in the cabinet under the sink Just searching eBay and I came across this interesting modification. Its a microwave oven underneith the westy...
• Re: Tow Loops [back to thread subject]
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:43:50 -0700
  ...are there any official points at the front of a >> standard Vanagon (with no modifications) suitable to hook a line onto to >> extract a...
• Refinements to westfalia rear cabinet:1982?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Hutton
  Fri, 14 Jul 1995 10:36:19 -0600 (MDT)
  ...Has anyone make this modification? (3) I would like to run a garden hose from my pump out through the back of the cabinet...
• Re: A Different Jack
  Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
  Mon, 23 Mar 1998 15:51:06 -0500
  ...make modifications carefully. Jim McCarthy >------------------------------ > >Date: Fri, 20 Mar 1998 08:34:11 -0500 >From: brad horner <crud@DNET.NET> >Subject: need a different...
• Engine mount for 4-inline with Turbo
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Mon, 16 Mar 1998 13:47:52 +0200
  ...But, if you do have this bracket, all 4-inlines with turbo will fit without modifications to the turbo charger and its mountings. Helmut...
• 1991 GL For Sale in WA
  Historical mailing list - dave
  Sun, 19 Jul 1998 15:13:26 -0700
  ...Little to no modification that I could see. Blue, (fancy version) Extra silver moldings, AC, Auto, Alloey rims, wide tires. 7 passenger seating, all...
• Re: 88 double cab and 86 syncro westy for sale
  Historical mailing list - Alan J. Flint
  Fri, 12 Nov 1999 08:20:40 -0800
  ...van being imported meats all u.s. > specs and lists those modifications which will have to be made(speedometer, > brake light...) > > tyler -philadelphia > 88...
• Re: Engine Conversion and MPG
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 12:36:18 -0700
  ...Are you getting it with a > conversion or modifications or stock. I am dripping along at 16 mpg, > with a motor that doesn't...
• Re: Drivers Side Door Lock Modification
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 10:56:02 +1200
  >Has anyone ever modified thier Drivers Side Door Lock so a person can lock >it by pushing the lock button down, instead of having...
• Re: Alternative Steering Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 4 Oct 2002 08:02:22 -0700
  ...Alternative Steering Wheels > > > Does anyone know what other VW sterring wheels will fir the Vanagon without > the need for modification? > > > Todd > '88 Westy
• vanagon a/c system for sale.. was Re: anther A/C?? Looking for a shop. . .
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 7 Jul 2003 16:03:44 EDT
  ...I will do most of the modification myself > but would rather farm out the A/C hook up and charge. > > thanks in advance. > > i...
• Re: 134 conversion
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Mon, 31 Jan 2005 13:46:19 -0800
  ...There is at least one post in the archives from someone who has done this modification to a Vanagon and for them it didn...
• Re: Paint Code for Grey Cabinet
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 19 Sep 2008 06:45:00 EDT
  ...Just forget about that door and do the sliding door thing > _Westy Rear Closet Modification_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/closet.htm) >>>>>>>>>>>>--- On Thu...
• Re: Secret $15 steel wheel source
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:13:57 -0500
  ...Will see today. > > Jake de Villiers wrote: >> >> You sure Karl? The wheels I got bolted right on with no modifications >> whatsoever. Of course they...
• Re: 944 Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Fri, 4 Apr 2014 21:59:17 -0700
  ...So 'no' they will not bolt on without adapters or serious modification to your bolt pattern (unless you have a B32 'Vanagon' which had...
• Re: When can I get Wasserboxer power graphs?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 16 Apr 2001 20:10:20 EDT
  ...This article details the development of the fuel-injected version of the carburated engine and emphasizes the exhaust system modifications needed to meet the...
• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rasmussen
  Sun, 29 May 2011 09:29:38 -0700
  On Sat, May 28, 2011 at 05:10:28PM -0700, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: > What modification, upgrade, change of decor, or "other," has given...
• Re: Replace Heads or Engine?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:10:08 -0800
  ...With enough modifications and fabrication you can make almost anything work. Get back to us with all the details when you are driving your...
• RE: deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 6 May 1996 09:24:12 -0700
  ...that will fit under the Vanagon driver's seat without serious modifications. ---------- >From: Maher, Steve (SD-MS)[SMTP:SMAHER@gi.com] Sent: Monday, May...
• Re: I want a Dash Console?
  Historical mailing list - Tom and Dana Cates
  Sun, 17 Dec 2000 21:10:02 -0500
  ...It did require some modification to fit in my Vanagon. It depends on which of several different dashes that you might have. Mine is...
• Re: Drivers Side Door Lock Modification
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 16 Jan 2001 14:57:13 +1200
  >> << Has anyone ever modified thier Drivers Side Door Lock so a person can >lock >> it by pushing the lock button down, instead of having...
• Eurovan seat transplant pix
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:47:41 -0800
  ...If you can find Vanagon non-Westy buckets (with or without armrests) they’ll swap right in without modification, I’m told, but these...
• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
  Sun, 29 May 2011 19:41:40 -0700
  ...wrote: > Engine upgrade? Floor mats? New refrigerator? Tie-died curtains? > > What modification, upgrade, change of decor, or "other," has given you > the most pleasure...
• Re: sportsvans discussion (all the news that fits, we print!)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 12 Apr 94 15:47:01 CDT
  ...the volkswagen version of the winnebago modification of a eurovan will cost over $30,000 ... and the Riata (the winnebago version of the same...
• Battery Charging voltages.
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Thu, 28 Jun 2001 10:47:38 -0700
  ...With headlights and other stuff drawing current the regulator needed modification to provide the 14.1 VDC measured at the battery for optimum charging...
• Re: The Ideal vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 16 Oct 2003 09:17:51 -0700
  ...Audi V6 7.) 16" wheels and wheelwells that take them without modification 8.) Optional bench seat up front (like the old busses) 9.) Hydralic...
• Re: Westy Rear Closet Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 26 Nov 2005 06:11:03 EST
  In a message dated 26/11/2005 12:11:06 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: The rear closet in...
• Re: Increase ride height on 2wd front
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 4 Aug 2007 18:38:14 -0700
  ...with > some modifications/welding , but I'm not going to cut > into the main frame. In other word the upper control > arm mount stays...
• RE: Vanagon Floor Mats - description
  Historical mailing list - Chris Pittack
  Wed, 15 Jan 1997 13:14:49 -0800
  ...With very minor modifications they would be outstanding. I recommend them to people as they are the "best available". They would be "German" with...
• Re: Favourite Modifications NVC
  Historical mailing list - d spence
  Sun, 14 Aug 2005 23:31:04 -0600
  ...Favourite Modifications > > I liked my El Cheapo instant privacy curtains I installed for my trip > down the Alaska Highway once. > > I picked up some...
• Re: Backup Lights Always On, Stiff Shifter. "Selector shaft, modifications" P 35.60a
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:03:28 -0700
  Thank you Scott. Saw your other post too. So if switch screws too far into cover, it pushes up against selector shaft causing switch...
• Ronal R9s
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 10:21:17 +1300
  Glad to hear that there are aluminum wheels that will fit without much modification. But surely the studholes needed enlarging? Michael Modl, please tell...
• converting roof of 85 Vanagon GL to Westfalia Pop Top
  Historical mailing list - james pound
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 14:42:27 PST
  ...I have recently purchased an 85 Vanagon GL and am in the process of making some modifications. One of which is turning the roof...
• Re: Sunroof - A/C
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 15 May 2011 05:23:26 -0700
  ...My question is has anybody done or seen this type of modification. Steve
• Re: Ground clearance on 15 degree I4 install?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 1 Oct 2007 12:41:17 -0700
  ...Some people install the engine a little lower to minimize the amount of engine cover modifications that they would have to make - this would...
• Re: Installing weekender interior in pass. van
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 29 Jan 2008 18:50:27 -0800
  ...Standard Time, eduntz@HOTMAIL.COM writes: > They say that it involves modifications to the roof and welding. I'll > contact them again tomorrow. > > only...
• Re: Helpful modification
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:11:58 -0700
  On Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 4:50 PM, The Bus Depot <vanagon@busdepot.com> wrote: > Mine was a light above the sliding door...
• '73 Bus accelerator linkage
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 8 Jan 1996 03:52:28 PST
  ...I took it to a garage, and he said that someone has used a pre '69 accelerator cable, and had to make modifications to...
• Re: super vs. regular?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 19 Sep 1994 08:55:38 -0400 (EDT)
  ...So, switch to Diesel (you may need some slight engine modifications for best performance) NuBus is coming home this afternoon. It has another engine...
• Re: no start :(
  Historical mailing list - JOHNSON THOMAS H
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 13:44:49 -0900 (AKST)
  ...Both start and run reliably with no other modifications in extreme cold (The coldest I've started at is -47 F) Anyway, Kat's...
• Clear Turn Signal Lense
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Thu, 5 Mar 1998 08:27:18 +0200
  ...If you are interested in the dark rear lenses of the larger Rabbit tail lights (fits to Vanagon with some modifications to the Vanagon...
• Mex. and Braz. Breadloafs (was: '98 Breadloaf (In Brazil))
  Historical mailing list - Meier Michael
  Fri, 5 Dec 1997 09:31:30 +0100
  ...A few (less than 20) are registrated in Germany, they met the 95 regulations with some anti noise modifications. The BRAZILIAN Breadloaf is in...
• Re: WANTED north American right-front door lock
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 10:31:49 -0600
  > Following the driver's door lock modification thread, does anyone have a > right cab door lock to fit an 85? I want to get...
• Re: square headlights
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Wed, 16 May 2001 14:01:06 -0500
  ...How is that going? What were the modifications that you made? I have been unsucessful in searching the archive. I don't think I...
• Restoring heads
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 1 Oct 2002 18:03:44 -0600
  ...Do you think the heads are worth rebuilding and if so how much would you charge? Are there any modifications you would recommend. We...
• Re: BUcking despite of ...
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 30 Jan 2005 07:10:02 -0500
  Zoltan, From what I have learned on this list, this modification is intended to smooth out the signal from the AFM when small imperfections...
• Re: Vac/pressure bleeder recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 21 Nov 2007 14:45:30 -0500
  ...True, > it need modifications as was mentioned in the site. Could GM have made something useful/usable > for us Vanagonites? The GM cap can...
• Re: Neat Stuff MVC (Mucho Vanagon Content)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 21 Mar 2005 23:02:29 +1200
  ...So, no modification has to be made to the body. >But you will have to modify the filler tube, that leads to the tank...