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• Re: audi rim modifications
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 7 Mar 1999 10:19:17 -0800
  You have to get different nuts with the correct "roundness" to the bottom and you must get the hub machined out to the same...
• Re: put headrests on all your seats..tan headrests for sale
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mikkelson
  Tue, 19 Jan 1999 16:16:59 -0800
  Will the 2 person back seat in a '89 Westy accommodate this simple modification to add headrests? Kevin Bothell, WA At 01:03 AM...
• Re: WBX Nightmares
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 13 Aug 2000 12:33:37 EDT
  ...a stock engine and the % increases with the addition of performances modifications) I am able to cruise at 75 mph with ease and the...
• Re: Air Conditioner
  Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
  Sat, 30 Mar 2002 21:18:40 +0800
  ...This would be ideal, because there would be no modifications to the vanagon body itself and no appreciable space would be used. I haven...
• Re: lugs and studs for alloy
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sat, 3 Aug 2002 05:32:59 EDT
  ...You can also get Porsche studs which work w/o modifications but much pricier. At any rate, if anyone desperately needs longer rear studs...
• Re: anyone ever build their own bumpers? or who has them for sale
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 21 Aug 2005 16:04:29 -0600
  On the rear of my vanagon is a set from http://www.fastforward.ca Picture on my van during the recovery from a modification...
• steel wheel modification
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
  Wed, 14 Sep 2005 08:21:39 -0600
  i have a set of 15x6 steel wheels in my garagae from a jeep wrangler that i no longer own. the bolt pattern is...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: TIICO vs. CA
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 22 Nov 2001 08:22:36 EST
  ...Engine Modifications No internal or external engine modifications (cams, pistons, intakes, etc.) may be performed unless the parts are ARB-exempted or EPA-certified...
• Re: Loaf Westy on ebay w/36K for $11K and rising: List bias observation
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 23 Jun 2006 22:55:04 -0500
  ...There are a good many aspersions cast on this list at folks who value original condition over "improvement" modifications. I ask them: Which is...
• Re: Spare won't fit
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 1 Nov 2014 17:55:28 -0700
  ...Is there some modification I need to make? The door tire pressure sticker shows both 185 and 205 tires, but it looks like the...
• Re: Interior Modifications
  Historical mailing list - John Jensen
  Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:40:48 -0400
  There is a space that is a few inches, which accommodates the curtain very nicely. I'm imagining some tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches...
• Re: Fridge modification
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Wed, 10 Sep 1997 11:28:27 -0400
  Todd, It's an excellent thing to do - my fridge starting problems went away completely, and I didn't even replace the check valve...
• Re: stumbling update
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Mon, 8 Mar 1999 08:15:03 -0500
  ...I decided I would pursue the AFM >modification so I purchased a 50v(no 25v available) 22MFD tatalium? >capacitor and soldered it onto pins...
• Re: Optima Deep Cycles
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 05:50:40 -0700
  ...the driver's seat >AND not require any cutting or other modifications to do so, yet still have >sufficient power for its intended use...
• Re: chop chop
  Historical mailing list - Joe Reed
  Fri, 3 Aug 2001 17:41:50 -0400
  ...chop chop > Lee, > > I rank it up there with the "bored bus" modifications that another listee did > earlier in the year. I'd love...
• Dual Battery Setup - Optimal Design?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Fri, 24 Oct 2003 08:45:19 -0600
  ...better) - Batteries must fit into the Vanagon battery boxes with minimum modifications - System must be able to be recharged with stock Vanagon 90 amp...
• adding an oven to a westy
  Historical mailing list - Dusty Edwards
  Sat, 7 May 2005 17:25:48 -0700
  ...stove and heat frozen meals, etc...? i've seen the microwave modification, but i'm not too into using microwaves. i found this: http...
• Re: Front Heater Core in Dash
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 27 Sep 2005 19:00:25 -0600
  ...be done on the rear if you wanted to do some modifications. jimt On 9/27/05 6:10 PM, "Dennis Haynes" <dhaynes@OPTONLINE...
• Re: Tiptronic
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sun, 11 Sep 2005 11:14:12 -0700
  Raimund, Are you using Thomas Hahn's Tiptronic modification to make that tranny spin the correct direction? I looked at that gear set the...
• AFMs still wanted
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sun, 26 Nov 2006 18:17:41 -0800
  ...This will probably involve retrofitting an existing AFM with a simple modification. Thanks to the folks that have sent me AFMs or data! P...
• Re: Baja Syncro Chronicles vol 117, long
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 14 Oct 2007 22:37:02 -0400
  ...Your comment on a "few modifications" to a Syncro..that would make a huge difference for sand and beach use, also. Many stuck vehicles...
• Re: Need VWOA part # list
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 2 Nov 2002 00:55:39 -0600
  ...These parts with modification codes may or may not interchange with parts having the same part number and no modification code. These letters also...
• Friday Philosophy: On Documentation
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 14:55:54 -0600
  ...This is to say nothing of the outright modifications, and is why troubleshooting through the list can be frustratingly difficult at times. Ultimately, all...
• Re: Daytime Running Lights
  Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
  Thu, 11 Jul 2013 07:32:41 -0400
  ...Since your van is a 1987 it does not require the Modification. as the law copied from wikipedia ( Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108...
• Projektzwo driving light compatibility
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 3 Dec 2010 18:47:02 -0800
  ...I seen to recall someone on this List who was looking to replicate the grill extensions with a modification to allow the acceptance of...
• Re: 2.0 L ABA engine monted at 50 degrees
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 9 Feb 2008 11:43:07 -0800
  ...If yes can I lower the power pack so I don't have to make any modifications ? Best regards. Gilles Turmel
• Re: Vanaru / Subagon XT6...
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Sun, 11 May 1997 16:19:46 -0600
  ...It seems as if a Subaru waterboxer 6 engine > would fit with the least amount of modification to the engine compartment. > > anyone done this...
• 91 side panels from hell
  Historical mailing list - brad horner
  Thu, 26 Mar 1998 10:21:33 -0500
  ...That does not include insurance and all the little modifications that the van is receiving. Gotta blow off some steam here. If anyone wants...
• Re: Dometic Frig - Do These Really Work?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 11 Aug 1998 13:28:29 -0400
  ...allow the fan to come on IN ANY MODE, a simple modification that took all of three minutes. I'm not sure Dometic fridges...
• Re: Drivers Side Door Lock Modification
  Historical mailing list - emz
  Fri, 19 Jan 2001 11:28:25 -0500
  > In a message dated 1/14/01 4:35:05 AM Eastern Standard Time, > ingalls_mark@HOTMAIL.COM writes: > > << Has anyone ever modified thier...
• Re: Storing Rear table-Westy Another Idea!
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Tue, 23 Apr 2002 20:14:44 -0500
  ...solution---no brain damage--- I kinda liked ths idea---with minor modification--- Later, Terry So I went to the hardware store and got an...
• Re: Diff lock in a 2wd
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 6 Mar 2003 10:23:06 -0500
  ...Eric Bill Knight wrote: > Jeff, > > Please tell us about the housing modifications you did for > the locking differential. I'm seriously considering this > option...
• Re: Can't quite figure out how . . .
  Historical mailing list - Roger Van Till
  Wed, 18 May 2005 05:54:42 -0400
  ...Squirrel wrote: > At the bottom of http://www.benplace.com/westy_modification.htm there > is a description of how to use a tarp to...
• Re: Insturment Cluster
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:50:36 -0700
  ...I > also need to know if 84,85 or 86 as 84 and 85 do not require Bostig's TACH > modification as the 86...
• Re: New Email and Dyno update
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 7 Jan 2004 10:24:02 -0700
  ...New Email and Dyno update *Your posting shows that you do not seem to understand engine building and the reasoning behind why certain modifications...
• Re: Brake Booster - 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 19 Sep 2014 13:41:40 -0700
  ...I'm pretty handy with a claw hammer so may be able to make this modification. < kidding > I'm much more adapt at ball...
• bigger wheels f/ syncro
  Historical mailing list - Jay Fitzgerald
  Sat, 09 Aug 1997 16:39:12 -0600
  ...syncro? By practical I mean without driveshaft or rear trailing arm modifications. I would, however, be willing to cut out my wheel wells and...
• Re: Adding a pop-top to a Vanagon?!
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Sun, 3 May 1998 14:45:35 -0700
  ...There are no additional drivetrain, chassis modifications necessary. Bj�rn Ratjen 1987 Syncro Est Alia (self camperized) 1995 Passat TD (1982 Vanagon Diesel) 1979...
• Re: Vanagon futures?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 24 Dec 1999 15:36:49 -0800
  ...Sometimes I think about how my Vanagon would > look with anti-grav modifications, floating about 4' above the ground. > > I fantasize about this because...
• Re: Bug washer jets on the Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tony Demille
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 13:35:11 -0600
  ...the windshields of neighboring cars or use > pedestrians as targets, I'd approach this modification with caution. > > > regards, > > Todd > > '88 Westy > > [application/ms-tnef]
• 15 Inch Mercedes Sport Rims With Tires For Sale
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 6 May 2011 12:06:55 +0000
  ...Not in the pictures are the center caps, which are now installed with some minor modifications (I had to make spacers with PVC pipe...
• windshield wipers not working
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Miller
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 09:40:33 -0700
  ...Is there a replacement motor out there that would work better than the old stock? Or some modification to improve them? Also, it seems...
• Re: custom interior mods
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 9 Sep 2007 17:27:20 -0700
  ...but i'm thinking about interior modifications to an 82 TIA jdd
• rear heater core in front, was: New thermostat funky?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Wed, 5 Dec 2007 10:35:02 -0500
  ...into the front heater box? I realize it would take some modification to get the rear heater core mounted in there, but do I...
• Re: Headlights
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:34:14 -0400
  ...Perform the relay modification. > http://neksiwel.20m.com/custom.html > > Second: Check the battery voltage with the engine running and ALL the > electrical consumers...
• Re: Secret $15 steel wheel source
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:24:37 -0500
  ...Will see today. >> >> Jake de Villiers wrote: >>> >>> You sure Karl? The wheels I got bolted right on with no >>> modifications >>> whatsoever. Of course they...
• Re: Syncro's: + & -
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 03 May 94 17:40:07 EDT
  ...The gas tank modification is the hot ticket for the 2WD Vanagons. This involves mounting a Syncro gas tank over the motor in your...
• Upcoming events and possible new product promotion.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 13 May 2023 01:43:47 +0000
  ...I have found a GM based small case alternator that with a slight modification can actually bolt to the Waterboxer. With a harness adapter...
• Re: Thicker anti-sway bar
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Tue, 25 Apr 2017 13:58:04 -0400
  ...These two modifications, with stock springs, are, in my opinion, the optimum road suspension for a stock height 2WD Vanagon Westfalia Full Camper giving...
• Re: Fielder industries take notice
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Tue, 14 Mar 2017 21:14:49 +0000
  ...coming out its dark winter of discontent and the "silly vanagon modifications and gizmo department " is now up and running again. >> >> It's leather...
• Re: help , video to help diagnose my Westphalia air cool 1993 problem.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 27 Jul 2015 00:33:57 -0500
  ...was working fine a week ago before I > did some electrical modifications to add a secondary battery ! > I don't think I I messed...
• Re: Crazy idea?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 Jul 2014 16:55:39 -0400
  ...With all the various tire sizes/options we are putting on and changing our Speedo readings, I was thinking modification of the O2 mile...
• Re: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO - LT195/75R14/D tires - first impressions
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 8 Jan 2013 11:20:27 -0700
  ...Even if siped, which would be considered a modification, that would not alter the legal situation. mcneely" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter
• pickle has new shoes (Photos)
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sun, 30 Sep 2012 09:40:46 -0400
  ...the stock tire location using the van-cafe carrier, without other modifications: http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_348_129/oversized_spare...
• Re: Hazards not working properly 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 4 Oct 2012 15:49:21 -0700
  ...that fuse then you might need to provide details about any >> modifications to your electrical system. >> >> Mark >> >> Jamie Fitterer wrote: >>> Hey everyone, >>> >>> >>> When I...
• Re: Norcold Recall...lets do it
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 11 Aug 1998 13:28:24 -0400
  ...did you buy this unit? Is it a direct replacement (no >modifications) for the Dometric unit? > >Thanks >John P >Plano, TX >85 Westy <bold...
• Re: .... Porsche 6 cyl heating van
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Fri, 7 Jan 2000 06:51:04 -0600
  ...A gas heater or listee GMB modifications seem to be the best options for winter heat imho. Darrell Boehler ----- Original Message ----- From: Charles Hokanson...
• Re: Digitool diagnostics
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 16:58:32 -0800
  ...Net result, no modifications to the ECU. I have one chipped > (AMS, Digifant II) ECU and one stock spare that I swap around during...
• Re: Images of Toyota Hilux Surf mirrors & adaptors
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sun, 17 Feb 2002 05:48:12 EST
  ...The plus side is there was non unnessary fabrication with the only modification was drilling a single hole for the third mounting screw. BenT
• Re: parts for the fridge?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Wed, 22 May 2002 11:02:41 -0400
  ...Very slight modification to mount one of these fans and they are quieter and move more air. Why not mount two while you are...