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  • Re: Color matching pop tops?
    Historical mailing list - don spence
    Mon, 23 Oct 2006 11:02:29 -0600
    What years/models? had color matching pop tops?
  • Turbo race bus!
    Historical mailing list - Geo
    Thu, 22 Feb 2007 12:08:32 -0500
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZnVtilxLBw&mode=related&search=
  • Re: Front differential lock with a non-VC Syncro - valve safety question
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Sun, 16 May 2004 13:15:27 -0400
    Dave, How about haveing one valve control 4wd mode and the other control both front and rear axle locks? Eric 86-VW4x4 vw4x4@fyi...
  • Re: MOD Re: Plastic Ramps
    Historical mailing list - Jeff
    Thu, 3 Jun 2010 09:11:21 -0700
    David, IMO, it's not exactly fair for a moderator to call someone out "ON LIST" and expect any rebuttal to be "OFF LIST...
  • one person brake bleeder
    Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
    Thu, 6 Aug 2009 06:54:33 -0600
    ...They have a model specifically for European vehicles, including VW, here for $54.95 http://store.motiveproducts.com/shared/StoreFront/default.asp?CS=motive...
  • exhaust brackets and bed washing
    Historical mailing list - The CiKaspers
    Sun, 10 Jun 2001 21:17:50 -0700
    ...are these the same in all model years of gasoline-powered vanagons? i've seen some pre-86 models in our local pick'n...
  • Re: Last air cooled model?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 5 Feb 2002 15:23:12 -0600
    ...These vans were sold as 83 Models. Mine was purchased in May of 83 and the PO said they had the option of Water...
  • Re: Rewiring sound system / common ground systems
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Sun, 10 Oct 2004 15:58:25 -0400
    ...I own 2 1986 models with shared grounds and 2 1987 models with separate pairs for each rear speaker. The Bentley wiring diagrams show...
  • coil wire on AC vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - jake beaulieu
    Wed, 16 Aug 2006 11:46:53 -0400
    ...The maximum resistance across the wire is 12,000 and 2,400 ohms for the California and Federal models, respectively. I purchased a set...
  • Debunking GoWesty!
    Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
    Sat, 2 Sep 2006 09:48:02 -0700
    ...1) Aircooled Westfalia's are the WORST models 2) Thank God they only sold the Diesel models for two years 3) Round headlight Westfalias...
  • list instructions.
    Historical mailing list - Ed Stevens
    Fri, 27 Jun 97 14:59:26 -0400
    ...no subject and one line saying UNSUBSCRIBE VANAGON To turn digest mode on, send E-Mail to listserv@lenti.med.umn.edu with no...
  • Re: WTB: blank for dash switch hole
    Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
    Mon, 20 Aug 2018 19:53:52 -0700
    I have the 3D model for it, if you can get access to a 3D printer. I also have a version of the model...
  • Re: Auxiliary Fuses
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 25 Sep 2015 09:35:59 -0700
    Though it's for earlier model years, maybe P. 97.24 would shed some light? Is your Westy a Canadian model? On Fri, Sep...
  • New Subscriber
    Historical mailing list - Randy Newell
    Wed, 26 Apr 2000 09:32:51 -0500
    ...Anyone out there that may be willing to part with a late model 91 (hopefully) weekender model drop me a line. Some pics, price...
  • Vanagons in Germany
    Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
    Tue, 27 May 2003 10:05:47 -0400
    ...Both were Westy "California" models, similar to the US campers, except there's no roof rack, and there's a small console around the...
  • Re: Why Do Late model Vanagon Engines Catch on Fire?
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Wed, 17 Dec 2003 11:27:09 -0700
    ...My $0.02 Bob Stevens http://groups.msn.com/BobsPhotoShare http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tiico > Quick question, why would a late model vanagon...
  • Re: Vanagon-Mercedes wheel question
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 18 May 2005 03:06:36 EDT
    ...Thanks for any info. > > IIRC most of the late model (mid 90's up) E Class uses 16" wheels... where's Ben Tan? he...
  • Springs westfalia vs passanger van
    Historical mailing list - Daniel O Stevens
    Thu, 5 Jul 2007 10:26:31 -0400
    ...Are the springs from a Westfalia stiffer/heavier then a passenger van? Models are 82 passenger van vs. 84 westfalia(JY donor) We also...
  • Re: Mig welder for sale, all inquires off list please, if not interested in LONG SALES PITCH please delete!
    Historical mailing list - Open Wheel Racing
    Mon, 10 Feb 2003 23:50:51 -0600
    ...Machine will weld in the following modes, SPOT-WELD, STITCH-WELD, CONTINUOUS-WELD. All modes are fully adjustable. Please note: The low pressure gauge...
  • Re: '71 T2 VIN
    Historical mailing list - Mark Thomas
    Wed, 31 Aug 1994 14:04:47 -0500 (CDT)
    ...WW goes to the model year method in 1962; starting then, the two lists are consistent. I had thought that VW had gone to...
  • Re: catalina 2500 awning
    Historical mailing list - Jim & Melody
    Sat, 8 Apr 2000 19:53:59 -0600
    ...I think it look pretty good but have seen a couple of sleeker models. I don't know if the new models have changed...
  • Re: Help with instrument cluster 14 pin rewiring please.
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 21 Aug 2004 16:48:09 -0700
    ...It is used in some diesel models for the glow plug indicator. You don't need the blue/green wire either, the OX led...
  • Re: FS jumpseat sidepanel covers
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Tue, 29 Mar 2005 22:15:17 -0500
    ...the grey ones are '87-'91 wolfsburg/carat. > > Just FYI, the '90-'91 base model (non-GL) Vanagons had rear facing > jumpseats (gray tweed...
  • Re: Instrument Cluster Swap Gone Wierd
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 21 Aug 2004 17:20:26 -0700
    The 85 tach style instrument cluster will work work in the 86 and later models. The 85 IC will not have the dynamic oil...
  • Re: VW of Canada Remanufactured Diesel Engines?
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Fri, 13 Feb 2015 15:38:18 -0800
    ...From late 1981-87 models they built over 250,000 with that "weak and dangerous" 1.6NA diesel engine. They built over 350,000...
  • Re: F/you think we have problems? Try owning a MB600
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:34:41 -0800
    ...Friday, January 11, 2013, 2:14 PM Meant: "Wasn't the black model shown the same model as used in ...." On Fri, Jan 11...
  • Re: Is it a '90 or an '89???
    Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
    Thu, 30 Oct 1997 21:15:01 -0500
    ...Apparently, around May of 1989 VW started making 1990 models. The model year of a vehicle is not determined by the date of manufacture...
  • Paint job for vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:37:36 -0700
    ...I'd think a so-so or a moderate paint job result will be OK for my van, I don't want an expensive...
  • Moderation
    Historical mailing list - coyote
    Mon, 22 Jun 1998 10:11:19 -0700
    -------------------------------------------------------------------- BusAlert! BusAlert! BusAlert! BusAlert! BusAlert! BusAlert! BusAlert! -------------------------------------------------------------------- I've moderated the BusAlert mailing list, so that it will not be used for Spam in...
  • Re: [Syncro] 15" wheel owners survey results...
    Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
    Tue, 2 Nov 1999 10:42:10 +0200
    ...year and model Syncro '89 Wheel: type and dimensions Merc 15 * 6.5 Tire: Manufacturer, model, size and ply/load-rating Continental 215SR15 Usage...
  • Which Spark Plugs for European "DJ" engines?
    Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
    Thu, 1 Aug 2002 00:18:02 -0700
    ...Can someone tell me if the "DJ" code 112 HP engine used in Europe uses the same model & heat range spark plugs as the...
  • Exhaust system interchange questions
    Historical mailing list - Brian M.
    Sat, 20 Sep 2003 13:43:40 -0500
    ...Specifically- can you use the cylinder pies from a 1.9 lter earlier model Van on a late model 2.1 liter? I found...
  • Propex furnaces, new models in stock
    Historical mailing list - Westyman
    Tue, 6 Jan 2004 14:01:09 -0800
    ...I currently have four of the EX1800 (6000 btu) and two of the larger HS2800 (9000 btu) models in stock. $545 and $695 (Paypal...
  • Re: SurePower Battery Isolator
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Sun, 10 Jul 2005 16:23:24 -0700
    ...They have a ton of different models; are youtalking about the model 1314 Mark? ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kim Brennan" <kimbrennan@MAC.COM> To: <vanagon...
  • HS2000 propex
    Historical mailing list - Mark C
    Fri, 27 Oct 2006 16:19:01 -0700
    this newer model is supposed to be quieter... anyone install it yet?
  • Re: MOD - Community watchdogs
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Thu, 9 Dec 2010 10:45:16 -0800
    ...Community watchdogs are welcome; > community watchdogs posting to the list are not. > > We've been saying this since we started moderating the list two...
  • Re: ?? SA Engine Conversion ??
    Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
    Fri, 15 Jun 2001 07:58:15 -0700
    ...At the time none of our models were marketed in the U.S. and none of the U. S. models were marketed in Europe...
  • Re: Rear seat comfort on a Vanagon Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Mudd \"Not Jack\" Sparrow
    Wed, 25 Feb 2015 09:59:46 -0800
    ...The model. Siblings in the rear were fine. Mother split her lip on the steering wheel and I think my front tooth was broke...
  • Re: Joker vs. others
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 1 Feb 2015 04:32:50 -0500
    ...westfalia also had model names like "california" etc.over in europe. there were highroof jokers as well as jokers with the standard westfalia poptop...
  • Re: Power Locks- Rear Hatch Stuck Shut!
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sun, 4 Dec 2011 08:41:44 -0800
    ...Anyone ever see one on any other models or years?
  • Re: Crew Cab Booklet
    Historical mailing list - Rick Stevens
    Tue, 06 May 1997 20:51:22 -0700
    ...I have an original 1989 Transporter sales brochure, which covers all models(single and double cab, and vans) and includes technical information, from which...
  • WTB: front bumper black plastic late style
    Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
    Thu, 17 Oct 1996 09:26:38 -0400
    ...So, anyone with a later model black plastic wraparound style Vangon bumper, such as would be on a 90 or Wolfsburg or late models...
  • update on VW Mexico
    Historical mailing list - Judith Barr/Leo Girard
    Mon, 17 Aug 1998 00:44:09 -0400
    ...The model is called Combi. Unfortunately it looks as if the Westfalia is out of production; the only two models listed are the "panel...
  • vanagon trivia quiz.. will you pass or fail?? :<)
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 12 Feb 1999 20:35:46 EST
    ...which one is the camper? and what kind of camper model is it? if any of the models above have tables - how are they...
  • Re: Q: Any differences in syncro year models?
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Fri, 11 Feb 2000 12:27:00 PST
    ...Any differences in syncro year models? >Date: Fri, 11 Feb 2000 14:27:17 -0500 > >Is there anything different in regard to the drive...
  • Re: Optima battery for $129? The right one?
    Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
    Fri, 26 May 2000 06:59:28 -0700
    The deep cycle battery that fits under the drivers seat has the model number D750. The one in the ad sounds like a model...
  • Re: Coolant Hoses
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Sat, 26 Aug 2000 18:30:49 PDT
    My vanagon is a 1991 model - Haven't replaced any hoses since I've owned it - just the water pump, and the sensor twice...
  • Re: 'Nother Newbie--Lifting that poptop! '86 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sat, 11 Jun 2005 20:22:43 -0600
    ...Give it a shove for the last bit and you're up! > Earlier models are better sealed and may work better. > It's a...
  • Re: Camper question
    Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
    Sat, 19 Oct 2013 16:37:57 -0700
    ...Cdn models not in the tank right? > > What else? > > Jeff > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Oct 19, 2013, at 3:48 PM, "Loren Busch...
  • New Sprinter Pop Top
    Historical mailing list - Mark A. Kreuzer
    Mon, 6 Mar 2006 22:10:05 -0600
    ...is planning a Penthouse Pop Top camper on the shorter roof model. According to him, they've had a lot of requests for this...
  • VW 2.5L RE: WBX6 RE: difference's between model years
    Historical mailing list - PSD
    Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:29:37 -0400
    ...difference's between model years Does the late 2.5L use a VW-type bellhousing pattern or the standard Audi-type? On Tue, Sep...
  • Re: Third cylinder lifter
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Sun, 23 May 2010 09:28:09 -0500
    ...We will consider if the contents of this posting >> may have exceeded the tolerance afforded to the author. >> >> >> BenT >> Co-Moderator >> >> >> On May 22...
  • Re: 1986 Syncro vs. later models
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:15:58 -0600
    ...the 1989-1991 models, but I'm seeing a lot > of '86 and '87's on the market - One 1986 model for sale seems...
  • plastic vanagon models
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Tue, 11 Jul 95 18:06:50 CDT
    ...got the models today. :) bad news, good news: the firetruck is NOT a double-cab pickup. the "cage" he spoke of is just a...
  • oil leak in severe cold
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Tue, 25 Nov 1997 13:18:15 CST
    ...Oil Cooler seal leaks in extreme cold Model(s): Vanagon waterboxer, all Model Years Extreme cold weather can harden and split the seal between...
  • Re: Fridge hardware
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Mon, 23 Apr 2007 07:30:33 -0700
    Keep in mind that while the Westy fridge model has a nice safe snorkel for the fridge combustion gases most other model fridges don...
  • Re: Micro Fiche reader
    Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
    Thu, 27 Jan 2000 07:46:48 -0800
    ...Here's the model info: 1. Eyecom Model EC3100 (http://www.zytrondfw.com/eyecom/r3100.html) 2. Indus Model 4601-01J (http://www.zytrondfw...
  • Re: still confused
    Historical mailing list - mdstockr
    Tue, 28 Jan 97 14:38:37
    ...the seating for 7. > >Complete Camper models were offered every model year from VW, the later >models being named the Vanagon Camper GL. These...
  • Article Buying Used Buses (Australia, 1979)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 10 May 95 16:07:04 CDT
    ...THE MODELS >From an overlander's viewpoint, concentrate on 1969 and later models. Anything earlier is getting too long in the tooth for reliable...
  • Re: Vanagon List Moderator
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:16:13 -0600
    ...Sincerely, >> >> BTW-Little closing quotes are reallllly annoying. >> >> -- >> Michael in San Antonio >> 91GL AT 'Gringo' > > > > > I volunteered to try my hand as List moderator...