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• [clutch] MASTER and SLAVE
  Historical mailing list - Myers, Thomas A
  Thu, 13 May 2004 09:50:50 -0400
  ...Any tips on slave cylinder replacement / installation would be helpful too. someone told me it helps to be left handed. thanks Tom
• Horn Troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - Mark Baker
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 07:15:33 -0700
  ...Anybody got any tips for troubleshooting? I checked the archives, nothing there. Also, is there a way to disconnect the buzzer attached to the...
• Re: MAPP for brazing? (repair enlarged hole in Vanagon clutch pedal)
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:28:53 -0400
  ...It might be worth a try, though, since the cans are only a few bucks and work with regular propane soldering tips. For small...
• Re: Sirius radio antenna for Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 22:00:54 EST
  ...David **************It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money & Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolprf00030000000001)
• Re: can you put 17 inch wheels on a 84 vanagon?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Oct 2008 13:02:07 EDT
  ...to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)
• Re: Resurrecting Vanagons, Coolnat Lines, and Radiators
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:09:35 -0400
  ...pretty vague on removing the radiator - >anyone care to share their tips and advice on doing this? It weighs about twice or thrice what...
• Off topic - Tips for beetle
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:40:56 -0500
  Hey folks. I'm thinking I need a beetle so I dont have to drive my vanagon all the time. I dont know much...
• Re: Cromulent, imbiggens, D'oh
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 18:03:36 -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 rear hatch lock adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 5 Dec 2022 20:13:37 -0600
  ...My 85 is much easier. > >>>> > >>>> Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the > >> pressure a bit? I’m...
• Re: Coolant change questions
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 15 Feb 2023 02:13:32 +0000
  ...Is this bleeder needed to do the job?  And if absolutely needed any tips on how to gently release that old plastic? Thanks for...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 6 Apr 2020 14:50:28 -0400
  ...There should be > tips on that in archives. If the steel pipes on engine are not heavily > pitted (thin at spots) from corrosion, strip...
• Removing and installing dash vents
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 4 May 2022 22:44:43 -0400
  ...How does one remove the vent piece that has that slider? Any tips on removal and replacement appreciated. This for the 84 seems same...
• Re: anybody carry a roof on a camper
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 29 Sep 2012 11:37:00 -0700
  ...alistair On 2012-09-29, at 9:50 AM, Mike Riley wrote: > looking for tips on carrying a pop top on a westy without...
• Syncro Driveshaft Questions
  Historical mailing list - K & K
  Sun, 6 Oct 1996 22:41:31 -0400
  ...there an after market source? Any help or even any other tips are as usual greatly appreciated. Kris Weber 86 Syncro Westy {rear wheel...
• Re: Gas Tank Removal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
  Tue, 23 Sep 1997 10:27:49 -0700
  Thanks for the tips. I was wondering how much hose to buy. I was planning to do this last weekend until I ran into...
• Re: vanagon antifreeze
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 9 Jul 1998 08:28:36 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: PZ lights...
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 16 Oct 1998 09:48:49 -0400
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Is there a trick to searching the archives?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Transue
  Wed, 23 Aug 2000 12:55:40 -0700
  ...Does anyone have any tips or suggestions? I'm trying to track down the source of my radiator fan problems and want to try...
• Re: side door handle for 84'
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 11:37:28 -0400
  ...As well, I'm curious > about tips on how to go about replacing the old one Replacement is simple; just pop off the inside...
• replacing the gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Emmet McGovern
  Sat, 16 Jun 2001 12:43:40 -0400
  ...Any tips on doing it? or is this something i need a lift for. Ive been trying to drive around a bit to use...
• Leaky Windshield Washer
  Historical mailing list - james v
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 14:21:35 -0700
  ...How do I access that? Do I need to pull off the entire dash? Any tips/tricks would be appreciated. Thanks. James 90 Carat...
• Re: Coolant "T"-Piece
  Historical mailing list - Eric Unrau
  Thu, 9 Jan 2003 11:46:51 -0800
  ...Any tips, insight pointers??? > > Thx, > > ~Eric~ > '89 Westy > Vancouver, BC
• Replacing Voltage Regulator.
  Historical mailing list - robby kilborn
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:27:04 -0300
  Before I go into this blindfolded, I thought I'd check to see if anyone had any tips on replacing the VR on a...
• alternator rear bearing replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Lubin
  Tue, 18 Mar 2008 16:49:27 -0400
  ...Is this a bad idea? If not, any helpful tips or web links for me? I already found the following link, which makes it...
• rebuilding a/c compressor??
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sun, 18 May 2008 00:53:13 -0400
  ...Thanks for any tips! Wes '83 1.9l westy
• Re: Wanted driver's door pocket
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 27 Nov 2014 15:00:38 -0500
  Hi folks, Great tips, not being able to search the web sites easily I didn’t know venders had them. As for attaching it...
• Re: small coolant hose replacement tips needed
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 11 Jan 2014 17:21:40 -0800
  ...small coolant hose replacement tips needed Hi listers, I recently got my van back from a extended mechanical tuneup. So far I'm a...
• Re: Rear windo seal replacement tips
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 16 Oct 2016 12:27:35 +0000
  ...I don’t think > this window seal is his favorite to do but he remembered the process well. > > And, thanks for the tips on...
• Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 18:14:36 -0700
  ...COMCAST.NET> wrote: From: Jack R. <jack007@COMCAST.NET> Subject: Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Friday...
• Seat belt wire?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:36:13 -0400
  ...What does the wire do? Is it really needed? Any tips on getting that stubborn connector apart? Eric Caron 84 westfalia Soon with healthier...
• Replacing front & rear coil springs
  Historical mailing list - Scott Greiner
  Sat, 9 Nov 2013 11:15:11 -0800
  ...springs and will start to replace the front, is there any tips to know about and amy tools, speciality tools, additional parts to replace...
• Re: Spark plugs
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 7 Sep 2012 08:24:05 -0400
  ...In that the 4 tips don't fire simultaneously they don't require any more electricity to operate. They do, however, fire more positively...
• Road Striping Paint?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 16 Oct 2011 18:35:08 -0700
  Any hints or tips or eve full directions for getting white street striping paint off the side of my van? Several months ago, without...
• B&P's - help!!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 23 Jun 1995 09:54:44 GMT0BST
  ...Is this correct?? Or do I need to rethink??Any tips?? Thanks for any replies.... Cheers Ricky 1991 Mexi-Bug 1967 Split Camper 1995...
• New Syncro Westie Website
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 May 1996 19:42:16 -0400
  ...There is a place for technical tips, initially I intend to link these to some comprehensive articles in the HTML archives. I would appreciate...
• radiator replacement: any tips?
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Larsen
  Tue, 25 Nov 1997 09:17:31 -0600
  Howdy Folks, I'm going to be replaciang the radiator in my 91 GL tomorrow. I pulled an excellent 'how-to' file from the...
• Winkler 4-wheel disc brakes
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 2 Dec 1998 07:57:52 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Anyone know the name of...
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Fri, 17 Sep 1999 13:15:12 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: VW ETKA cd [F]
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 17 May 2000 14:59:41 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Van-friendly in TN?
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Mon, 14 Aug 2000 14:12:27 -0700
  ...Van-friendly in TN? > Vanagoneers, > Any tips for good repair shops in either Memphis or Nashville? > TIA, > Larry Merin > '87 GL > merin@aristotle.net
• Thanks
  Historical mailing list - gerry rafferty
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 20:20:23 -0700
  ...found the list which has been a great source of advice,tips,vendors or just a good laugh for the next 4 years.No...
• Rear Wheel Bearing Greasing
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Wed, 8 Nov 2000 14:50:15 CST
  ...Any pitfalls or tips for doing this on a Vanagon? Mark Ingalls _________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www...
• NVC Dead Jetta--It's alive!!!
  Historical mailing list - joseph Trussell
  Thu, 25 Jul 2002 07:59:10 -0600
  ...Thanks to all for suggestions and tips on this--I can't tell you how much I appreciate it! Joe T. Denver, CO '85...
• Replacing cylinder barrel with engine in van.
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Reams
  Mon, 7 Apr 2003 11:47:35 -0700
  ...Any tips for getting the cylinders back over the piston rings with the engine in the van? Is it possible/necessary/easier to remove...
• Arm rest problem....removing the pin?!?!
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Wed, 6 Aug 2003 13:29:30 -0400
  ...Thanks for ay tips. I'm going to kroil the pin tonight... Thanks, ...Markus
• Temp sensor removal
  Historical mailing list - ed maikranz
  Thu, 28 Aug 2003 13:06:38 -0700
  ...What all will I have to remove to get to it? Any other tips ? Thanks Ed Maikranz Abilene, TX 71 Superbeetle 78 Scirocco 81...
• Shift bar seperation and part # question
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
  Tue, 24 Feb 2004 13:21:18 -0500
  ...Do I have to undo at the tranny end as well? Any tips would be great. Thanks Kevin 87 Westy Burlington VT
• Re: my 83.5 Vanagon gets no power
  Historical mailing list - alexander may
  Mon, 15 Mar 2004 19:54:20 -0500
  ...Any thoughts? And thanks to all who responded with great tips and helpful suggestions, much appreciated! Al _________________________________________________________________ Store more e-mails with MSN Hotmail...
• Exhaust manifold blown - rusted bolts...tips?
  Historical mailing list - Richards, Andrew
  Fri, 1 Jun 2007 10:57:55 -0700
  Oh, the joy! I just went through this whole ordeal too. I was able to get my front manifold off with some patience, WD...
• Thanks Ken Wilford (brake shoe install tips)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:42:48 -0700
  Hi all. Installing new shoes? You might find this useful: http://gerry.vanagon.com/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A2=ind0707C&L=vanagon&P=R11058...
• Re: Freeze 12?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 2 Jun 2000 09:15:48 -0400
  ...http://www.technicalchemical.com/new/tips/1215.htm http://www.technicalchemical.com/new/tips/1205.htm http://www.freeze12.com/techsup.htm david David...
• Re: dark side of ebay... (nvc)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 14:56:34 -0800
  ...what is the > best way to ease a mechanically inept girlfriend into > the world of auto mechanics? Any tips for this one? > > Happy friday...
• 1.9 muffler
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 9 Jun 2022 11:08:47 -0400
  ...1 would be a smart upgrade but now I’m looking for a quick working solution and this was available and affordable. Tips? eRic
• Fishing wire from courtesy light to behind dash
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:12:48 -0400
  ...Any tips on this? I've already consulted the Samba site but didn't see anything useful.... Thanks! Steven 91 Westy
• Re: pry bars - was off with her heads
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 7 Oct 2013 07:11:24 -0500
  ...They come with 3 or more pry bars, bent end, squarish tips. > >Alistair
• Separating the Engine Case. Any tips?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:00:50 -0500
  I can't seem to split the engine case. I'm POSITIVE I got all the bolts/nuts off and was hoping to crack...
• Weight of 2ltr air-cooled engine ???
  Historical mailing list - G. de Graaf
  Tue, 22 Jul 1997 10:49:46 +0200
  ...What is the weight of such an engine ?? Any tips: Ger de Graaf.
• reefer lighting & led display - Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Rich Durant
  Fri, 7 Aug 1998 09:03:29 -0700
  ...Do the leds plug in or are they soldered to a circuit board? Any tips or tricks to making the led display more reliable...
• Windshield Replacement?
  Historical mailing list - David Thayer
  Tue, 17 Mar 1998 16:06:58 -0800
  ...Does anyone have experience replacing them and could give me a few tips? What brand of glass or does it matter? Does the gasket...
• Re: Syncro on the Beach
  Historical mailing list - Greg Morrison
  Tue, 6 Jul 1999 23:48:04 EDT
  ...got "sanded" beyond repair in about a month. >> Thanks for the tips - excellent advice! (But the sunset was worth it!) Greg & Val 86 Syncro...