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  • Re: Front shock dust cover bumper
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 18 Dec 2016 14:03:13 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:18:35 -0500
    ...Originally oriented toward amateur radio, these gatherings generally have swap meets with all kinds of technical stuff. Scopes, car stereos, Norden bombsights, Beanie Babies...
  • Re: Coolant leak...the story continues...
    Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
    Tue, 6 Dec 94 10:22:41 PST
    > Jerry Huff writes: > > Straight from one of Joel's Technical Service Bulletins: > > ....................................................................... > VW Technical Information > Group 80, Number 87-01 > Date: July 31, 1987...
  • Re: " Fail Safe " Type Coolant Thermostat
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 23 Dec 2017 14:22:54 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Diesel Instrument Cluster Blue Ribbon: Glow Plug Light Wiring Confirm Please?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 21 Aug 2017 16:19:14 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Rear-wheel clunk (possibly) identified
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 25 May 2016 13:19:34 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Found solution? Re: 2.1 WBX Coolant Loss: Searched
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 30 Apr 2015 09:19:24 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Tool Suggestion? Re: Rear Trailing Arm Replacement Fun!
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 20 Jan 2015 10:26:18 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Trying to understand starter stuff adding a relay failure points
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 24 Dec 2014 19:22:54 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: [WetWesties] WTB: Kenwood Stereo Face Plate.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 22 Dec 2014 11:17:09 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Aircooled AW Vanagon FS for $160K?!
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Tue, 14 Oct 2014 20:30:23 -1000
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Eurovan Doka-USA
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 19 Nov 2010 07:17:57 -0800
    ...integrated to the design like some of the aftermarket bed conversions. Technically it is a Canadian vehicle. It's in California but on dealer...
  • Re: ARRRGGGHHH Re: Tantalum capacitors to stop blinking temp LED
    Historical mailing list - Mike S
    Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:25:11 -0400
    ...obscure egg-headery, And just how is this different than "obscure" technical discussions of anti-sieze on bolts, tires, wheel alignment, or what year...
  • Re: Regreasing my CV's. Flip driveshafts on reinstall good idea?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 16 Aug 2009 00:26:37 -0400
    ...Anyone >knows if Sears or Princess auto carry the right one? Is it a torx? >Or what is the technical name I should ask...
  • Re: What about Custom Handbook by Meredith?
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 1 Mar 95 10:42:20 -0700
    ...I haven't read it yet, but technical content is quite condensed, so this book should be considered an adjunct to the Muir and...
  • air cooled 2 liter
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 19 Jun 1995 07:27:26 -0400
    Greetings - I am putting together a 2 liter air cooled for an 81 vanagon and have some technical questions. The first, about the heads...
  • New member to the vanagon family
    Historical mailing list - Tony Schiebel
    Sat, 10 Aug 1996 23:31:03 -0400 (EDT)
    ...Might as well get paid while I am awake!!! :-) Beaming with happiness, Tony and Odette and Kyla Tony Schiebel - Senior Technical Analyst >>>>> Tony.Schiebel...
  • Re: A/C wiring diagram wanted
    Historical mailing list - TinkerMan
    Fri, 14 Dec 2001 15:06:09 -0800
    ...russian site, but it sure has quite a bit of .pdf technical documents relating to Vanagon (content tax paid here...) as well as other...
  • Diesel Conversion Kit web site
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
    Thu, 25 Apr 2002 16:22:28 -0400
    ...You will get the added benefit of my technical support and also if you are located outside of New Jersey, you will not have...
  • Re: Which repair book to buy
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sat, 21 Sep 2002 18:42:43 -0600
    ...I have a Bentley you can have and I would advise getting the Haynes for about $25.00 as it is not as technical...
  • Re: Interior Cargo Net - Source?
    Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
    Wed, 11 Aug 2004 20:15:28 -0400
    ...attached to the "gutter" >above the stove (I don't know technically what that area's called - to me >it's a spice rack...
  • Re: I love Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 5 Dec 2014 20:32:19 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: disabling the damn oil buzzer
    Historical mailing list - Tim Leek
    Tue, 4 Apr 2006 14:19:49 -0400
    ...Tim Leek Technical Staff MIT Lincoln Laboratory Lexington, MA, 02144 tleek@ll.mit.edu On Apr 4, 2006, at 2:17 PM, Sam Walters...
  • Re: Who is the Manager of this list?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:45:14 -0700
    ...Dividing that subject into 'community' items and 'technical' items would kill the character of the list and complicate things exponentially. Not what I had...
  • Re: User Input: Oval's Motorsport Rebuilt Engines
    Historical mailing list - den jolliffe
    Tue, 3 May 2016 23:52:53 +0000
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> >> >> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> >> >> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Liability for installing incorrect tires
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Tue, 16 Apr 2002 22:43:21 -0700
    ...Yah, technically I knew better. But I think I can still claim them to be negligent. But it seems they have a good customer...
  • Re: Cheaper Dura brake pad wear image
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 30 May 2016 20:45:32 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Truma Heaters, need help for Addresses
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 21 Oct 1996 10:35:59 +0100
    ...Truma Geraetebau Postfach 1252 D-85637 Putzbrunn Germany Phone +49 89 4617-0 FAX +49 89 4617-116 Technical request: +49 89 4617-141...
  • Re: Need AFM adapter so different aircleaner or cold air intake can be used- to cone or no!
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 20 Jan 2009 10:19:17 -0800
    ...discussion, I was surprised at implied negative > tone about the perceived technical focus of the list. Time has been > tight and I generally do...
  • LED bulb for trouble light
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 20 Oct 2017 17:04:44 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Use Fuel Pressure Tester to Test Cooling System Pressure? (engine running)
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 21 May 2017 12:31:10 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Distributor rotor heat damage? (Solving intermittent engine stall)
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 20 Jan 2017 12:04:22 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: @#$%! Trees!
    Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
    Tue, 17 May 2016 06:38:20 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Friday: Craigslist VW for Sale Ad.
    Historical mailing list - Raymond Markett
    Fri, 26 Jun 2015 20:34:24 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> >> >> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> >> >> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: LED Headlight bulbs
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 2 Jul 2015 18:50:07 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: interior LEDs - get rid of the morgue
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:43:18 -0500
    ...In other words, they work in one direction, but not the other. (technically all LEDs are, but some makers put circuitry in place so...
  • F.S.'86 Westy $1000
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 10 Apr 1997 18:54:09 -0400 (EDT)
    ...Westy Weekender (WWW) or technically known as the "Non-GL Camper" 4spd, a/c, cruise, 130k, Merion Brown (dark brown), rear wiper, p.s...
  • Re: A desire to learn more
    Historical mailing list - charles fladger
    Tue, 10 Aug 1999 08:09:44 -0700
    ...book will teach me the this kind of technical > info about my 90 Carat > Any info is much appreciated > Merv. Merv: Get yourself a...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 11 Nov 2003 to 12 Nov 2003 - Special issue (#2003-1082)
    Historical mailing list - don spence
    Thu, 13 Nov 2003 14:57:21 -0700
    ...On Wednesday, November 12, 2003, at 11:32 AM, Automatic digest processor wrote: > Well, technically, I do >NOT< leive in Snow country. But last...
  • Re: Removing the poptop -- how many people?
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Thu, 8 Jun 2006 17:59:24 -0400
    ...Two people would have been better, but not technically needed. Chris On 6/8/06, Mike Elliott <j.michael.elliott@gmail.com> wrote: > I...
  • Re: Vanagon T-Shirts
    Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
    Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:23:46 +0000
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > I'm just teasing a bit because seeing those nice technical drawings it's not > hard to imagine that they...
  • Re: DRLs
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Sat, 9 May 1998 12:33:53 -0700
    ...DOT HS-5-01160 > January 1981 (Final Report) > > This document is available through: > > The National Technical Information Service, Springfield, Virginia > 22161 > > And now you...
  • Vegemite/Marmite/Promite weenies on the barbie
    Historical mailing list - pensioner
    Sun, 16 Sep 2001 08:37:11 -0700
    ...Lotsa syncros, westies, upgrades, kids, dogs, laughter, fog, rides in my VVX, endless discussions regarding various technical and non technical subjects. Thanks to DH...
  • Re: Interesting Syncro TDI on The Samba
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 16 Apr 2016 12:18:22 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Ever added up your receipts?
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:35:03 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Friday: Craigslist VW for Sale Ad.
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Sat, 27 Jun 2015 07:24:16 -0300
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: What do you use solar or an aux battery for?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 23 Jun 2015 21:16:40 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Broken spring RE: Rear Trailing Arm Replacement Fun!
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:39:36 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Is This Hose FI Rated?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:59:19 -0700
    ...It meets VW Technical Specification ("TL" > -Technische Lieferbedingungen) TL 52255E. From a quick Google, that may only > mean it's rated for carrying gas...
  • Alternator mounting bolt loose/broken
    Historical mailing list - Subject: Alternator mounting bolt loose/broken
    August 06, 1987
    ...in, i guess. or just do it anyway to be safe. ............................................................................ from Service Bulletins, Model Year 1989 .......................................................................... Technical Bulletin Group: 30 Number: 89-01
  • Re: engine conversion
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 6 Mar 2003 22:41:26 -0600
    ...time was not that into the vans enough to seek more technical info. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver EMZ wrote: >All inline 4 cyl...
  • Re: Free: Bentley 87-89 VW Fox Service Manual
    Historical mailing list - Gordon Mah
    Sat, 2 Jul 2016 22:57:09 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Home Made Brake Pressure Bleeder: *might* add moisture to brake fluid?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 13 May 2016 23:10:20 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • ADMINISTRIVIA - Re: 2 LEDs
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Wed, 19 Sep 2007 04:29:48 -0700
    ...http://www.theledlight.com/technical.html If you want to fight, take it off-list. (And keep it off-list.) Jim Arnott List Admin...
  • Re: FS: 7" round E-code lights, square headlight grille, left side square headlights
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Fri, 17 Oct 2008 15:08:00 -0700
    ...Whoa, VW made remotely adjustable headlight buckets? That's pretty cool! >> > > Technically not legal in the US. Most Eurocars got them. Load up your...
  • Re: Bosch Service Media
    Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
    Fri, 4 Feb 2000 08:28:31 -0800
    ...Price ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Automotive Handbook $27.95 Technical Terms $48.95 Automotive Electric/Electronic Systems $29.95 Diesel Fuel Injection $27.95 Automotive Brake Systems $21...
  • Re: Diesel Instrument Cluster Blue Ribbon: Glow Plug Light Wiring Confirm Please?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 21 Aug 2017 16:17:11 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> >> >> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> >> >> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical >> <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Speaking of Good Experiences...
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:20:24 +0000
    ...When I called for "technical assistance" the guy asked "Is the fuse blown" NO. "Is the ground wire connected?" YES. At that point I...
  • WBX bashing
    Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 wbxs
    Wed, 31 Jul 2002 04:38:50 +0000
    Hi Stan, thanx for your opinion but like others before you, your position is ripe with lots of technical ignorance. The 2.1L WBX...
  • Importing Car to Germany
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 14 Jul 1995 08:23:15 -0700
    ...The car needs some technical changes and tests befor it will pass the required technical instection (TUV) required for registation: (1) new set of...