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• New Skylight anyone? $45.00 + Shipping
  Historical mailing list - Sam Moore
  Fri, 9 May 97 09:30:25 -0500
  ...My result is a new VW Skylight assembly. The best price I have found is $125.00 and up. I don't need a...
• Re: Adjust Rear Bed? (and rear seat re-foam pics)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:16:25 -0700
  ...got skills, Neil ! -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Speedometer Cable
  Historical mailing list - Lebron, Nathan (GEP, Contractor)
  Fri, 10 Apr 1998 13:26:36 -0400
  ...afraid I'm gonna have to take apart the whole wheel assembly. Any suggestions? Nate El Great 85 GL, Auto, A/C-178k miles...
• Rolls Royce belongs to VW now - congratulations ?
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
  Fri, 5 Jun 1998 17:10:19 UT
  ...Guess it was a strategic decision to have the sharholders assembly on a friday ...
• Re: "dry" sound from wheel
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 12 Mar 2000 14:27:52 EST
  ...Going to inspect the entire wheel assembly today (if I can get the lug nuts off....soaking in WD-40 now). Any particular things...
• Brake Light Problem Found
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Sun, 25 Mar 2001 14:00:12 -0600
  Never overlook the obvious! The wire running into the connector on the left rear tail light assembly is broken making an open circuit! Absolutely...
• Stalling at Idle
  Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
  Thu, 25 Jul 2002 09:52:05 -0400
  ...If the tuneup doesn't cure it, what elese should I look for. (Since I had the aircleaner assembly out as part of the...
• What's this part in Bentley??
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sat, 11 Jan 2003 15:33:03 -0800
  ...Looking at 13.7 in Bentley, showing the flywheel assembly for an air-cooled Vanagon, the illustration shows, in order: "Needle bearing" "Felt ring...
• Vacuum hose & throttle assembly
  Historical mailing list - John Schaper
  Mon, 17 Mar 2003 07:28:24 -0800
  Trying to work the bugs out of an engine rebuild. This weekend I noticed that there are 2 vacuum hose connections to the throttle...
• WTB: Center Dash Light
  Historical mailing list - Rodney Woten
  Thu, 26 Jun 2003 07:47:46 -0500
  I'm looking for the little bulb/holder assembly that backlights the center section of the dash. This is the section of the dash...
• Heater core baffle, remove or not?
  Historical mailing list - Ray Brubaker
  Sun, 7 Mar 2004 18:00:12 -0500
  I am in the midst of changing the front heater fan assembly on my '86 Syncro. I noticed that the heater core has a...
• Re: Vanagon Starter - windings available?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Tue, 6 Sep 2005 22:33:10 -0500
  ...with a known history, rather than an Autozone unit that came from an assembly-line rebuilder who gets his cores from who-knows- where.>>
• Re: My "New" 1988 Westy!
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 4 May 2012 20:54:16 -0700
  ...Patty's Bus -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Re: those of you who have installed a fuel line replacement kit
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 11:13:29 EDT
  ...of small changes in the diameter of the hose and tube assembly due to age (my excuse) or low local temperature. >> Then why is...
• Power window regulator fix ('91 Carat)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Urban
  Thu, 17 Sep 1998 19:26:23 -0500
  ...Then flip the assembly over and use a needle nose pliers to insert your washers into the metal recess around the screw you installed...
• Re: 1985 Windshield replacement
  Historical mailing list - No Name Available
  Fri, 28 Jan 2005 10:46:10 EST
  ...With a helper,press and position the window assembly against the window opening.One lucky installer must now go inside the van.Grab the...
• AC question
  Historical mailing list - Karen Winter
  Mon, 03 Mar 1997 16:28:32 -0500
  ...I replaced the dryer assembly and expansion valve with only one problem. The old dryer was not marked as to the direction of flow...
• AC question, 2nd time
  Historical mailing list - Karen Winter
  Thu, 06 Mar 1997 09:35:58 -0500
  ...I replaced the dryer > assembly and expansion valve with only one problem. The old dryer was > not marked as to the direction of flow...
• Re: valve body pictures- This is different from the Bentley
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 27 Dec 2006 17:49:58 -0800
  ...It is what I suspected - a casting/component number when assembled with other component VW numbers not normally available separately into the finally assembly...
• WTB - Dometic fridge switch
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 17 Sep 2015 05:51:06 -0400
  Looking for a good working three push button switch assembly from a late model Dometic fridge. The one I have here has broken plastic...
• Re: How to remove wires from headlight switch plug?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 6 Aug 2012 21:09:19 -0700
  ...coming in from the connector side. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to...
• Friday: Miniature V12. Highlights of build. Youtube.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:05:19 -0800
  ...Too far". < kidding > ;) Pretty cool! Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco...
• Re: Mystification
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 3 Sep 2011 15:51:44 -0700
  ...to each connector. > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• The "world's slowest rear wiper" problem
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Tue, 2 Feb 1999 15:29:54 -0600
  ...excessive friction somewhere in assembly; 3. bum motor 4. Dirty ground? What else could it be, and how do I test for the above...
• Big News Complete 1.9l TD for $3995!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 14 May 1999 19:22:31 EDT
  ...They are brand new VW Turbo Diesel 4-cylinder 1.9l motors complete with new turbo, injection pump, clutch assembly, and more. Engine code...
• Re: Most miles on Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Thu, 17 Feb 2000 07:31:52 -0800
  ...And Dave, can we know the history? Motor replaced? Modes of failures? If still a factory assembly please give us the wisdom of your...
• 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
  ...TD "after run" coolant pump wiring harness? (it is shown as assembly #1 on page 153-60 in Bj�rn's Syncro printout -- the...
• Re: WRONG INFO - O2 Sensor, Bucking, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 09:50:22 EST
  ...net writes: << The minus signal must travel from the sensor device assembly, to the o2 case, to the exhaust system, to the engine, and...
• FS: 85 lights&grill
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Fri, 29 Dec 2000 23:39:20 EST
  Vanagon folks, Is anyone interested in a complete grill and headlight setup from an 85? I have the buckets (whole assembly). And the grill...
• Re: 1.6L NA diesel "rebuild?"
  Historical mailing list - Rachel Cogent
  Tue, 8 May 2001 20:01:21 -0700
  ...due to the higher compression, the technical demands of machining and assembly, etc. If you are unwilling to commit yourself totally to the project...
• Re: Alternator repair: replacing voltage regulator and brushes assembly
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Wed, 24 Apr 2002 21:48:43 -0700
  I got mine for $18.00, US that is... so do shop around. Hector > Steve just came by with his voltage regulator and my...
• Re: thinlites for sale Re: Westy interior light replacement (want one like my EV)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 6 Jul 2005 21:39:21 -0700
  Hey Chris, a brand new assembly is only $32. Cheers, Jeff -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf...
• Re: regarding head gasket failures on water cooled engs....
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 23 Jul 2005 09:14:31 -0700
  ...If this is correct, is it possible that the rebuilder in this case had not used new bolts in the assembly of the rebuilt...
• Re: How many times have you camped in your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 7 May 2012 21:22:26 -0700
  ...Not enuf > �Jack -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Re: Value Of '82 Diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:24:00 -0700
  Get the front shifter assembly and front shift rod too or you will cry later. As for feeling any guilt about being a vulture...
• Re: Vanagon poptop spring question
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 23 May 2013 05:59:17 -0400
  ...Does anyone know if this can be > fixed and if so how??? I've already replaced assembly once with a used one > from a...
• Re: Replacing pushrod tubes
  Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
  Thu, 17 Jun 1999 17:25:12 -0700
  Brad Anderson said: > >The important part of the job, I found, is replacing the pushrods and rocker >assembly so they seat well . Make sure...
• Re: o-ring cooling crossover tube
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sat, 3 Sep 2005 22:03:53 EDT
  ...An o-ring seal is not meant to have anything applied to it except some assembly lubricant. Using RTV on an o-ring makes...
• Re: leaks leaks and more leaks -
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 24 Feb 2007 06:44:16 EST
  ...It should have small circular tabs around its perimeter to keep it in place until you get the cooler and pipe assembly back in...
• Push Rod, Broken, Lifter can't assemble, hydraulic (long)
  Historical mailing list - CARVER, JEFFREY D
  Fri, 25 Jul 1997 06:01:10 -0700
  ...Realizing that the rocker assembly would need to be cleaned of metal bits, and having horrendous thoughts on what else was wrong. Found that...
• Re: Q.about Front Syncro Axle Removal (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 15 Feb 2000 16:35:00 PST
  ...used to push out the entire >axle assembly with the CV out of the bearing assembly? > Bentley shows some sort of a wheel puller...
• Re: Crunchy Clutch Pedal Feel - intermittant
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:35:23 -0700
  Unless you're hearing the noises coming from the pedal assembly inside the van, the roughness is in the bell housing. Sorry Ryan, but...
• Rear side marker light nut?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 11 Jan 2015 16:03:11 -0500
  ...pieces of wood fell down into the space behind the taillight assembly. Grrrr... I looked in ETKA, but they don't list a part...
• Re: CL ad: 1896 Camper. 1.9 WBX w/Carburetor?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 15 Oct 2011 11:21:49 -0500
  ...c/w carbs. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Re: Sink cabinet for 71 Westy-how to find
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Apr 1995 17:39:58 -0700
  >I'm missing what I believe is a "sink cabinet" assembly for my 71 which is >supposed to go right behind the fron passenger...
• Re: IRT rear ended '83 watercooled.
  Historical mailing list - Chris Turner
  Wed, 29 Oct 1997 09:22:40 -0500
  ...same for the tail light assembly. >> junkyards.....and yes the hatch is universal, '80-'91. chris
• Sliding door catch
  Historical mailing list - Charles Keeter
  Sun, 3 Jun 2001 16:32:07 -0400
  Does anyone have the catch that holds the sliding door open when it is fully open? I see the threads in the door assembly...
• my bus is back
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Thu, 3 Oct 2002 04:19:35 -0700
  ...They ended up rebuilding the tranny & replacing the clutch assembly & engine main seal. The pinion bearing looked like someone had gone at it with...
• Here's a stupid request
  Historical mailing list - ANTONY MARSH
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 18:13:20 -0400
  ...Discovering the seemingly expensive rebuild charges for a 1st & 2nd gear shaft assembly installation - I wondered about asking the impossible! Anyone out there got...
• Re: WTB trailer hitch for 84 westy
  Historical mailing list - David Bohannan
  Thu, 11 May 2006 13:35:35 -0400
  ...Copich <copich@msn.com> wrote: > > Looking to buy a trailer hitch assembly for my 84 westy. Just thought I'd > check the list before...
• Re: Belly Pans for speed or MPG
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Fri, 16 May 2008 14:20:39 -0600
  ...This assembly is covered with a large pan the reaches from one frame rail to the other and from the back of the gas...
• Re: LED backup lights update
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:44:37 -0800
  I’m late to this… Cleaning the entire assembly … hot soapy water , Bottle brushes to get in there ( gentle), rinse and rinse. If you...
• Re: Floor Duct
  Historical mailing list - Neil Crawford
  Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:50:05 -0700
  ...Then > lift and twist that floor duct assembly until it clears the parking > brake lever and gear shift lever. > > (then put it out for...
• Newer updated list of PARTS FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - mathew Bennett
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 11:54:33 -0400
  ...compressor bracket (large silver metal one) great shape-$5 *Air filter assembly with new air filter (practically looks new)-$25 *Ash tray lid (black...
• Re: Aircooled heater cables
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Mon, 27 Dec 2010 10:07:57 -0500
  ...assembly? > > Third, does the assembly mentioned above - on p. 80.4 of Bentley - > route through both ends of the welded bracket? Does the boot...
• Re: more vanagon parts For sale (best offers)
  Historical mailing list - Rex Merriweather
  Wed, 26 Sep 2001 10:31:56 -0700
  ...How much for the power steering rack? Also I am looking for the 2-wheels that ride on the upper sliding door assembly on...
• Re: troubleshooting Westy Fluorescent light
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 26 Dec 2007 18:04:35 -0800
  ...If not, time for a whole new unit, as the ballast assembly, while still available is almost as much as the whole assembly. My...
• Re: busdepot
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:17:38 -0800
  ...and lube everything really nicely, then put it all back together ? I don't think a pedal assembly is a 'service part' .. that would...
• Ventilation system questions - Aircooled Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Rusty Johnson
  Tue, 25 Apr 2000 20:24:26 EDT
  ...Was this an available option in 1980? If so, can it be retrofitted in any way short of stripping the assembly out of a...
• sticks & Stones
  Historical mailing list - Chris C Snyder
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 09:53:44 -0500
  ...I am trying to locate the head light assembly for my 1987 Vanagon. The assembly I need is the high beam (inner) on the...