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• late model side body mouldings
  Historical mailing list - MS GINA GODAT
  Thu, 21 Aug 1997 03:47:08 -0500
  ...Can you get a set to match my plain old grey bumpers? I like my greys, but also dig those panels. I think Bessie...
• Re: I am trying to sell my vw westafalia
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Aug 1998 01:35:53 EDT
  ...The "rims" are the fiberglass rocker panels that were installed on most late model vanagons that matched the fiberglass bumpers. Regards, Jim Davis
• Re: Front License plate
  Historical mailing list - Barb and Scott Stothers
  Sun, 19 Aug 2001 17:10:48 -0500
  ...Front License plate > Where does the front license plate go on a '86 GL (black bumpers.) Mine > doesn't have anything on the front...
• Re: Fixing a hole where the rain gets in
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Jan 2004 12:01:18 EST
  ...i use the stuff all the time to fix bumpers etc. just lay it on from behind, and build up layers, using wax paper...
• Need bead-blasting, powder-coating and re-chroming refs in Oregon
  Historical mailing list - David J
  Mon, 12 Sep 2005 16:45:12 -0700
  ...the bumpers get rechromed, the steel wheels get bead-blasted then powder-coated. Thanks! David J. '85 Adventurewagen '83.5 Adventurwagen (for sale) '82...
• Re: FS: 1989 Vanagon Wolfsburg Carat MV- Blue - On ebay "Bluestar"
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 18 Dec 2005 23:59:41 EST
  ...wolfsburgs aka "Bluestar" or "Whitestar" was they had body colored fiberglass bumpers - the only vanagon to have that feature. they also had the diagonally...
• Re: What's a syncro parts van worth?
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Sun, 10 Sep 2006 07:56:29 -0700
  ...I think it had steel bumpers, so I assumed it was 86-87. I'll have to find out more and report back. Date...
• Re: AC Controls
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 18 May 2008 08:49:37 -0700
  ...The re-introduced non-GL "base model"--- rubber floor mats, metal bumpers, non-opening wing windows--- was produced there, albeit probably in small numbers...
• Clearing out parts today only in San Francisco area
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 11 Apr 2010 05:00:56 -0700
  ...Have some fiberglass "project" bumpers needing repairs and SA steel bumpers -- still thinking about a price. New real NOS SA RHD T3 round headlights...
• for sale, and for parts
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 22 Apr 1999 12:19:35 EDT
  ...poptop (fits all buses) '67 bus, misc parts, bumpers, decklids (ask) '65 bug- engine, fenders, bumpers, interior, etc audi's- for sale :'86 5000cs...
• Front Bumper Trim Removal
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 16:15:00 +0000
  Hi, I'm going to remove the front bumpers on my 87 to put on a set of VW fog light brackets. I understand...
• need bumper f/'72 bus
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 Jun 1995 16:26:45 -0400
  ...Apparently there was a change in bumpers mid-year in '72. the earlier one is the rounded bumper. The other is more squared. He...
• Westy Resto From Hell update
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 29 Sep 1995 14:46:02 -0700
  ...I countered and said that we just provided him with a retirement fund! Bumpers, pop-top, and wheels are painted and securely in the...
• VINYLEX?
  Historical mailing list - Fred Brittain
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 20:09:16 -0600
  Yo Listees, I just applied Vinylex to tires, plastic bumpers and trim on my 89 Tungsten gray Westy. It looks great. Product is made...
• Best shocks for an Adventurewagen
  Historical mailing list - Dar Crammond
  Tue, 30 May 2000 00:19:39 EDT
  ...Feels like the front suspension is banging the bumpers pretty good. What shocks does everyone like for their westy or heavy vanagon? KYB makes...
• Re: Broken down Vanagon on I-70 in MO
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sat, 1 Oct 2005 01:16:55 EDT
  ...I call dibs on the bumpers, front and rear seats, the rear hatch, and the alloys/tires if it's got 'em. That's...
• VW of SA -Reply
  Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
  Wed, 13 May 1998 12:12:31 +0200
  ...vanity mirror *Colour coded bumpers *Luggage protection rail *Tail light extension moulding *Electric windows *Front armrests *Fully colour coded bumpers *Power point *Padded leather...
• Re: Bull Bars
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
  Thu, 8 Mar 2007 01:01:03 +0000
  ...Aircooled doesn't make their bumpers. They get them from a company in Florida. Mine has the manufacturer's sticker on it. Here is...
• Re: 81 Vanagon Bumper Repair
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:01:43 -0400
  ...sourced the fasteners that hold the rubber strip onto the >> chrome >> bumpers? >> >> I've tried the usual suspects but either I'm not searching...
• Re: Front bumper, homemade
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Wed, 5 Aug 2015 14:36:50 -0400
  On the GoWesty plate bumpers, they have a rubber(?) half sphere that encloses the bolt tops. I’m sure that wasn’t custom made...
• The T3 Ghia I mentioned
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 23 Jul 1995 22:40:37 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Has front and rear bumpers, too, and the front clip could prolly be used. Thats about it... Thom -- > I don't suffer from insanity...
• Re: bumpers on Vanagon (81)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Feb 1997 08:33:54 PST
  Bill: The setup I have on my 86 Transporter is made by Reese. It appears to be made for the Vanagon. It consists of...
• RFC: Formation of "Vanagon's Anonymous" Organization
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sat, 17 Apr 1999 00:52:42 -0500
  ...Getting upset when dust is noticed on your Westies bumpers? 3. Seeking out other Westy owners when you should be spending time with your...
• Re: Driving lights
  Historical mailing list - Neptuno
  Mon, 30 Jan 2006 07:11:47 -0800
  ...Most of them have a schematic of the positioning for both under and on top of bumpers as far as how far apart. As...
• Re: 1991 Vangon GL
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 09:56:27 +0000
  ...Robert Fisher <garciasghostvw@GMAIL.COM> > Why does it have those bumpers? > > Cya, > Robert > > > On 3/7/08, Jim Kurpius wrote: > > > > Does anyone know anything...
• Re: Bumper Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 21 Feb 2010 09:30:03 -0800
  ...http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/l79tLtQWpuO4SJ5lIVxACg?feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/yDPS2EhRxOOn5Z__vN-jpg?feat=directlink The best bumpers I...
• Re: Dennis Haynes Hitch with Fiberglass bumper?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Sun, 9 Apr 2006 10:17:31 -0800
  ...firtsof the week on my 88 GL, which has the fiberglas bumpers. I > will take > pictures and send to you. > > If you get a...
• Re: Parting out 1991 Carat/Multivan
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Apr 1995 20:23:11 -0400
  ...Ground effect (fiberglass bumpers) . All parts except >>motor are >>available. >> > >Tim, where are you shipping from? Also, what happened!!???!!!??? > >Uh, on first thought, I...
• Re: Metal Bumper Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 1 Apr 2013 13:34:26 -0400
  ...This one has the metal bumpers. It seems a PO owner put different bolts in when securing the bumper top to the chassis. The...
• Reasonable source of rear bumper for '87 gl?
  Historical mailing list - Brad Snyder
  Mon, 1 Sep 1997 14:15:58 GMT
  ...Is there any chance of finding a good bumper in a junk yard? Or is there a better source of new bumpers? Thanks! Later...
• Re: Has anyone ever seen alloy wheels like this? Ben? anyone?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Jan 2003 04:18:55 EST
  ...center of the wheel (to match the > > dark grey ov the bumpers) and the outer lip/rim is machined/polished > > aluminum > > and clearcoated. the...
• Re: Vanagon Brochures from Around the world - found Ad for those quad headlights...
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 18 Dec 2005 01:33:48 -0500
  ...The front air dams for the steel bumpers. TriStar with a Fuba antenna up front. 4 round headlights (different style than SA) with integral...
• Paint Codes
  Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 13:43:41 -0700
  ...They couldn't give me the the paint codes used on bumpers (here in the States, or anywhere). Why I'm looking for is...
• Re: "whiney ass customers ... $.25"
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 11 Jul 2004 19:02:59 -0600
  ...The bumpers are paid for :) An aside: I agree with the observation about needing to watch for rust and do periodic maintenance. I've...
• Re: class 3 Trailer Hitch
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 3 Mar 2004 11:38:41 -0500
  Hey Bob if they aren't finished building your bumpers yet tell them to throw a receiver hitch on the front too, great for...
• Re: Front Bumper Removal/Fog Light Install
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:48:33 -0700
  ...Stephen I am under the impression you are wanting to remove the steel chrome bumperson the early 87 rather than fiberglass bumpered late-87...
• some breadloaf parts for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 06 Jun 1996 18:26:13 -0500 (EST)
  ...to those in need: -79 distributor -12V coil -front and rear bumpers(dinged up, but not worth junking) -2 windshield wiper arms -passenger side...
• FS: 1990 Syncro Westie (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Fri, 07 Mar 1997 11:34:50 -0500
  ...Please call the numbers below, not me. ***** 1990 Westy Synchro , loaded, California Car, white in color, all options, euro bumpers, power mirrors, windows and...
• Re: Custom Bull Bars/Push Bars
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 21:16:32 -0800
  Those Tiico brush guard bumpers are really cute, they look like they could guard your grill from a love bug or two. Isnt there...
• Re: Buying Canadian
  Historical mailing list - Mark Watts
  Tue, 9 Apr 2002 18:52:15 EDT
  ...It's also the only westie with full fibreglass bumpers and side valances. (okay, I got em from an 89 that had broadsided a...
• Re: Vanagon crash safety/Projectzwo bull bars
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Apr 2002 15:48:07 EDT
  ...how vanagons were able to pass USDOT safety standards with non-functional bumpers is beyond me.. chris
• Re: Utility rear bumpers ?.....Have your welder make one
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Mon, 22 Apr 2002 20:14:04 -0500
  > If someone designed a front and rear bumper blueprint > and posted it free (just download) Then one could just > take the plans to a...
• Re: bumpers and tables on vanagon questions
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 May 2002 14:57:17 EDT
  In a message dated 5/15/02 2:52:11 PM Eastern Daylight Time, kenwilfy@COMCAST.NET writes: > They also had a Wolfsburg with...
• Re: carat bumper caps and side panels for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 16 Dec 2003 22:01:19 EST
  ...if you buy the fiberglass sideskirts/bumpers new, from the dealer, its almost $3000 for everything.. not including the brackets... if you are interested...
• FS: '83 5spd Diesel vanagon w/ DA6 gas heater and Carat interior/bodykit
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 17 May 2005 12:11:53 EDT
  ...flip out sidetable and panels etc..as well as the fiberglass bumpers.. and it has been painted orly blue ('88-'91 vanagon cobalt blue...
• Re: teenagers and vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Wed, 11 Oct 2006 08:51:40 -0700
  ...yes, when I had my first van, I did drive off a few of the endcaps of the metal bumpers, so what? In respect...
• Re: Painting Fiberglass bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sun, 24 Jun 2007 15:49:25 -0400
  At 12:44 PM 6/24/2007, Syncronicity1 wrote... >equipment, so the rattle can route was most efficient. And yeah using >marine grade awlgrip...
• Re: GoWesty Plate Steel Bumper Set
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:54:19 -0400
  ...I plan to have > these put on my 1991 Vanagon GL instead of the stock bumpers. Does anyone have a used set they > would...
• Re: Rear Carat table installed in Weekender
  Historical mailing list - NACHTAIN 7
  Fri, 8 May 1998 12:36:07 EDT
  ...now my syncro has the fiberglass bumpers and a full wolfsburg interior. i just love the change . the rear facing jump seats and the...
• Re: Fw: Re: that '89 Bluestar/Wolfsburg on ebay sold for $6100
  Historical mailing list - Doug in CA
  Mon, 5 Apr 2004 22:52:59 -0700
  Chris, What years / models had the same color bumpers, skirting , mirrors, painted same a the body color? D. ----- Original Message ----- From: JordanVw@aol.com...
• Re: Rare red '91 Carat-Wolfsburg on ebay...
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 12 Apr 2004 12:19:06 EDT
  ...Red > > were there any all red carats in 90-91? by all red - i mean the bumpers/sideskirts were red too.. anyone know? chris
• Re: vanagon Digest - 15 Aug 2001 (#2001-1032)
  Historical mailing list - Dave M
  Mon, 20 Aug 2001 14:30:00 +0100
  ...rust,paint in super condition,some cracks in >lower moulding and bumpers. Willing to sell much less >than book at only 7400.00 also...
• Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 6 Dec 2022 11:38:59 -0800
  ...It is now vastly easier to depress. > > I then adjusted the side bumpers to touch the hatch and all seems > great. > > The 85 hatch...
• Re: '68 Bus B of A TV ad
  Historical mailing list - Tom Stone
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 10:50:10 -0400
  One of the reasons it can't be a '73 and newer is the bumpers.? VW went to the square bumpers in '73.? You...
• Re: FS: '90 wolfsburg Syncro TDI
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 16 Jan 2010 14:15:33 -0500
  ...rebuilt transaxle with gear ratios more suited to the TDI, upgraded bumpers with offroad auxiliary lights.... all functional upgrades. The $10k van was basically...
• Hitches, hitches, hitches!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 7 Apr 1998 22:44:46 -0400
  ...I have two styles to fit both the metal and fiberglass Vanagon bumpers. I can also customize them by adding tow hooks, additional box...
• fs 88gl $795
  Historical mailing list - santos
  Tue, 2 Nov 1999 06:33:58 -0500
  ...minor cosmetics, bumpers crunched. wolfie version. ac ductwork is down (in middle only). rear facing jumpseats are not installed, but are included. fairly good...
• Re: 1990 bumper
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 01:45:19 EST
  ...I called our import junkyard, he said he didn't have any 1987-1991 bumpers, didn't see any on his locater computer, but...
• Re: South African bumpers fit 84?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Tue, 29 Aug 2000 20:52:01 EDT
  In a message dated 8/29/00 6:25:54 PM, mark_hb@HOTMAIL.COM writes: << I have heard that the side rear glass...
• Re: Need Read Bumper
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 31 Aug 2001 11:18:48 -0700
  > >Heck, Stan, those rear bumpers don't even come perfect from the factory. >You >must live in a rural area. Otherwise you wouldn't...