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• Alloy wheels and brake parts
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 28 Mar 2020 00:16:35 +0000
  I have a van here getting brake and wheel upgrades. I have a set of factory alloy wheels with Hankook RA08 (about � worn) looking...
• Re: Wheel tightening technique
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Tue, 8 Jan 2013 09:33:04 -0500
  On Tuesday, January 8, 2013, Peter Krogh wrote: > > > So I have another question, regarding proper wheel tightening technique. > > Any insight appreciated. > Peter > Peter, Look...
• WTB new or used 16" vanagon wheels
  Historical mailing list - randy velasco
  Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:59:17 -0800
  ...I'm looking to purchase new or used alloy wheels. I want a set that fits perfect since I do not want to use...
• Wanted: Alloy Wheel Nuts
  Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
  Thu, 21 May 1998 08:20:25 8
  ...One set of lug nuts (10 ea) for Vanagon alloy rear wheels (I've got the front wheel lug bolts already). Any suggestions on...
• Re: Wanted: Wheel cover
  Historical mailing list - D.Belick
  Mon, 13 Jul 1998 10:26:07 -0700
  Scott, Is that the wire wheel style? If so, I have a few spares. 20 buck including shipping. -Dan 84 Adventurewagen >Does anyone have...
• wrong tires...?alternate wheels
  Historical mailing list - john silverman
  Thu, 10 Sep 1998 18:07:25 -0600
  ...I remember a discussion within the last year or two about using Jeep 15" wheels on the vanagon. Anyone else aware of this? If...
• Good lookin' wheels
  Historical mailing list - Tom Naylor
  Fri, 16 Jun 2000 17:06:45 -0700
  ...Could anyone suggest a source for affordable, good looking and balanced wheels for the Vanagon. I've been warned about strict tire and wheel...
• What other Volks wheel covers fit a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ethan Fischer
  Tue, 6 Feb 2001 19:33:34 EST
  Just wondering which other Volkswagon wheel covers will fit my 14" Vanagon wheels. I would like to put ones off a 98 Jetta but...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: Tire Rack Steel Mercedes wheel for Syncro & Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Sat, 28 Apr 2001 16:46:34 EDT
  Chris, The first thing you need to clarify is which wheel you are intending on buying. As I mentioned before Mercedes wheels came in...
• Re: Alternative Steering Wheels - COMING SOON!
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sun, 6 Oct 2002 15:31:34 -0300
  If anyone is still reading this thread, I have a FREE GL/Westy steering wheel from 91 westy that I'll GIVE to anyone...
• Re: 15 Inch Steel Wheel Sources
  Historical mailing list - SyncroWesty
  Mon, 17 Feb 2003 09:37:54 -0700
  ...15 Inch Steel Wheel Sources > Would someone please direct me towards steel wheel sources - 15 inch. > > Thanks. > > John Rodgers > 88 Gl Driver >
• 16 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 13:43:48 -0500
  Here's a though...my Westy fits in my garage...why...because I have 14 inch wheels and Borge shocks...I clear the garage...
• Re: Mercedes 16 inch wheels for Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Aug 2015 17:56:24 -0400
  Mercedes 16 wheels can be a number of different widths and offsets and possibly weight ratings. Most are the same bolt pattern of the...
• alloy wheels
  Historical mailing list - J.W.Bri�r
  Wed, 8 Oct 1997 23:01:16 +0200
  ...The wheels are somewhat thicker (+ 1cm / 0.5") than the steel ones. Are the studs for the rear wheels long enough to mount the...
• Re: Muir "How to Buy a VW" Question
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Oct 1994 16:03:06 -0800
  ...jack up one side of the car, block the > other wheels, and run the car through all gears (this is on page 25 of...
• Re: Steel 15" wheels
  Historical mailing list - Anderson,Chuck
  Wed, 12 Oct 2005 15:41:26 -0600
  Are the 15" steel wheels sold by Tiico the same as the 15" steel wheels sold by Fast Forward in Canada? Chuck Anderson '86...
• Re: Putting on tires: three hands
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 12:27:15 -0400
  I stick the wheel on so it's center opening is on the hub, then rotate it and the hub until a wheel hole...
• Re: [Syncro] Scraping sound turning the wheel
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:17:33 -0600
  If by "wheel" you mean steering wheel, it's more likely that the horn ring needs some lube on it ... IF the noise is...
• wheel alignment
  Historical mailing list - Michael Harrnacker
  Tue, 29 Sep 1998 09:22:55 MDT
  ...Does it require a 4 wheel alignment? or is the 2 wheel OK. (Mechanic says two, which even if he is wrong, tells me...
• oversize wheel questions
  Historical mailing list - Gary
  Sat, 26 Feb 2000 10:58:41 -0900
  ...He is looking for info regarding the largest overall wheel/tire diameter combo that will work on a 1990 Syncrho. His desire is to...
• Towing a syncro
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Fri, 13 Sep 2002 09:34:37 -0700
  To tow a syncro you must either have all four wheels on the ground and use a tow strap towing bar or somesuch but...
• Re: Putting on tires: three hands
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 16:46:40 -0600
  ...works on all cars without > "self aligning" wheels and hubs. > > Jim > > On Tue, Aug 28, 2012 at 5:22 PM, OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net...
• Re: Knobs, wheels, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 04 Aug 94 20:22:33 CDT
  On Thu, 4 Aug 94 17:05:51 CDT Carl Schwink said: >Speaking of removing my bus steering wheel and putting it in the...
• Re: Porsche wheels advice needed
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Wed, 12 Nov 2003 11:28:45 -0600
  Chris, Currently I'm running 2001 Porsche Boxster S 17" wheels on my '87 GL. They are 7" in front and 8.5" in...
• Re: eurovan wheels
  Historical mailing list - Ty Graham
  Thu, 17 Jul 2003 19:00:59 -0700
  ...15" steel wheels from a '93, that is. I've done a wheel > swap with my buddie's EV. > > The offset is wrong. I...
• Re: Using a ramp
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Mon, 20 Oct 2003 19:58:33 -0400
  ...What is > the accepted or usual method of using ramps--behind the rear wheels or in > front of the rear wheels? When you use...
• syncro upgrade to 15 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sat, 7 Aug 2004 11:22:02 -0400
  hey all, i am considering upgrading my 14 inch wheels to the south african 15 inch wheels (the rheins). anywho, i noticed that there...
• Re: Brakes....
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 23 Jun 2005 15:22:26 -0400
  ...Of course, yes you do have to convert to >> 15" >> wheels to accomodate the larger discs and calipers. > > Can you use 15" steel wheels...
• Re: Horn Troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 10:32:26 -0400
  ...To remove the wheel , just remove the 22 or 24mm nut and the wheel comes right off. Now steering wheel puller needed.Never heard...
• Re: Stupid Steering Wheel Question Install Replace
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 24 Jun 2011 23:03:13 -0400
  ...All dimensions are referenced to the wheel seating shoulder on the column. You *can* adjust the clearance from wheel to the plastic steering column...
• Re: Wheels upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Sat, 4 Jun 2011 14:44:35 -0700
  Hey Dennis, Does the center cap fit on those wheels when mounted on a 2WD Vanagon (front)? Cheers, Jeff -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: Center Bore size for Vanagon Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 11:16:31 -0400
  By the time you are done with spacers, longer wheel bolts front, studs rear etc. why not get wheels that fit? If you have...
• 16" A8 Alloys and Steel wheels for the Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Nov 1999 20:32:11 EST
  ...these wheels are kinda hard to find, tho. i have been searching around a bunch of audi sites on the web, and i had...
• Re: Which Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:19:20 -0700
  There are 5 Mercedes wheels like mine on Seattle Craig's List right now for $80/all. That's a real bargain. See mine...
• Re: Wheels upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 5 Jun 2011 09:56:49 -0400
  ...Wheels upgrade Hey Dennis, Does the center cap fit on those wheels when mounted on a 2WD Vanagon (front)? Cheers, Jeff -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: audi wheels on vanagon,
  Historical mailing list - Marc Sayer
  Wed, 23 Mar 2005 11:08:37 -0800
  ...I would also be leery of creating stress risers by simply grinding/machining on the wheel. I would want to do something to address...
• Re: Center Bore Machining.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 7 May 2010 15:34:13 -0700
  the Passat alloy wheels I have seen machined look all right to me. Bear in mind the center bore doesn't have to go...
• Re: 16" wheels from other makes?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 16 Jul 2003 20:43:54 -0700
  Yes, the ones at http://www.fastforward.ca are steel wheels. As far as I know, VW never made an alloy 16" for the...
• Re: [vanagon] SA Alloys?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 12 Aug 1999 08:13:27 EDT
  ...So if you want to buy the wheels, hardware price total for all four wheels should only be a little more than $40 total...
• Re: Original Carat Alloys in 15 inch size
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Tue, 18 Feb 2003 16:02:24 -0800
  ...they just seem to "fit" the vanagon... >only > > thing is, if you want the larger SA brakes, you have to get 15 inch > > wheels...
• Re: 15" audi wheels with tires Seattle CL $150
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 29 Aug 2007 05:36:51 +0800
  ...Just be aware it can cost substantially more in time and money than your original bargain price on the wheels. As for Mercedes wheels...
• Re: wheel question.. why is width and diameter in inches but offset is in MM??
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Mon, 14 Mar 2005 12:22:41 -0800
  ...is a euro measurement which only does you any good if you know the width of the wheel. Americans use backspace which is 1...
• Re: AR95T wheels
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 24 Jun 2020 10:18:28 -0700
  ...What is the advantage of this wheel versus the stock alloy wheel? Is it that the tires for the stock ones are getting scarce...
• Re: Replacement steering wheels
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Sun, 25 Apr 1999 19:48:15 -0700
  i want a nicer wheel, not a smaller one. Tonya Pope wrote: > Someone would actually WANT a smaller wheel? That huge thing was the...
• how do you disassemble an '83 steering wheel?
  Historical mailing list - Marc
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 18:21:40 -0500
  Anyone know how to take the horn button parts out of an 83 steering wheel? I found directions in the archives for a '91...
• Re: '73 Bus wheels?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 12 Jun 95 11:15:29 PDT
  On Mon, 12 Jun 95 DVW <Frederic_Wartner@hpfrcu03.france.hp.com> wrote: >Do you know what kind of alloy wheels can be put...
• Whatabout Mercedes ML 320 Wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Cort, Joel
  Mon, 25 Oct 1999 11:26:25 -0400
  ...Has anyone tried to fit the Mercedes ML 320 4x4 sport utility vehicle wheels on our beloved sport utilitarian vehicles? Do they have the...
• Re: New 15in wheels
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Nov 1999 23:56:33 EST
  ...He learned from his racing past, that it will fail. >> plus the only way your wheels would "flex" here is if you had like...
• Re: eurovan wheels
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 17 Jul 2003 17:44:10 -0700
  ...15" steel wheels from a '93, that is. I've done a wheel > swap with my buddie's EV. > > The offset is wrong. I...
• Re: Wheel Question
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 Jan 2007 10:46:30 EST
  ...the '03 EV wheels are 16" and have a 45mm offset.. you will need to machine the centers and run spacers, just like every...
• Re: Wheel Load Rating
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Jordan
  Fri, 14 May 2010 13:36:41 -0400
  ...4A0601025P 7Jx16H2 ET45 FUNDO Jake de Villiers wrote: > I suppose you have looked at all the little info spots cast/forged > into the wheel...
• Vanagon tire/wheel size
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Thu, 20 Jun 1996 07:34:31 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Can someone with a EV Check out the bolt pattern of the wheels, to see if they are the same as a Vanagon. I...
• Wheel covers
  Historical mailing list - Vernon Craddock
  Thu, 14 May 1998 10:56:43 -0700
  I seem to have lost one of my wheel covers (I found it, but it had already been run over...). Anyone out there have...
• alloy wheels for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 23 Oct 1998 04:38:09 EDT
  7spoke OEM VW alloy 14" wheels for sale. from '97 golf/jetta. fit any year golf, any year jetta, any year scirocco, any rabbit...
• Alloy wheels for sale.
  Historical mailing list - Sorin Bejenaru
  Sun, 11 Feb 2001 17:08:40 -0500
  I have a set of Vanagon alloy wheels for sale. These are the original 14 inches wheels from VW. THey are used but in...
• steering wheel/seats
  Historical mailing list - John \"Shaggy\" Donovan
  Fri, 23 Nov 2001 15:38:47 EST
  ...the steering wheel an inch or so? With the turntables and the extra padding in the 86' seats, the steering wheel could really be...
• Re: Alternative Steering Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Blaine Bachman
  Tue, 8 Oct 2002 11:42:50 -0400
  ...I recently saw a pic of a late A2 wheel in a Vanagon - I suppose that if you have power steering you can leave...
• Re: Straightening Audi Alloy Wheel
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 4 Feb 2004 14:58:29 -0500
  There are a couple of vendors (one east coast in Pennsylvania, one west coast) that specialize in repairing alloy wheels. I believe you can...
• Steering Wheel
  Historical mailing list - Adam B
  Sun, 11 Jan 2004 19:09:07 EST
  Hey My Vanagon doesn't have a steering wheel lock like every other car I've driven. Is there something wrong with it or...
• Wanted: 15" wheels
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Thu, 27 May 2004 15:28:30 -0700
  I may be selling a set of five SA Carat II wheels with 50% 205/65-15 Nokians... I have an idea what I...