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• crank seal replacement ??
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:10:41 -0700
  ...any tips or tool suggestions would be appreciated. thanks J
• Re: Anza Borrego Desert Wildflowers
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:29:09 -0600
  ...Thanks for all the tips! > > Here are some pics: > http://picasaweb.google.com/chimivee/AnzaBorregoMarch2010?feat=directlink > > James V > 86 Syncro Westy, etc. >
• Radius arm bushings. Which one on front?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:27:15 -0700
  ...TIA and pics/tips soon! Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with...
• Re: tips for gas tank replacement in '78?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 4 Jun 94 22:22:39 CDT
  You can replace the sender w/o removing the gas tank - I know , I did it (on my '77). What you do is cu...
• Starter repair:replace wire to solenoid
  Historical mailing list - Joel Brockman
  Wed, 26 Jun 1996 21:51:30 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Joel
• flush the cooling system?
  Historical mailing list - Byron Spears
  Tue, 22 Jul 1997 23:21:42 -0400
  ...SHOULD I FLUSH THE VANAGON COOLING SYSTEM WITH THIS STUFF? If so, any tips on how? Thanks for your input!!! Byron Spears Clinton, MD...
• wolfsburg seating
  Historical mailing list - Mark Gajewski
  Wed, 2 Sep 1998 11:08:47 -0400
  ...Any other relevent tips from those who may have done this before with good results. Also, I am hoping to put in some curtains...
• Ken has to come clean!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 6 Nov 1998 11:03:40 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Tutorial requested on using fuel pressure gauges, please
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sun, 24 Jan 1999 12:30:45 -0600
  ...I am interested in how one makes the hookup, safety precautions, tips, and other facts that are important, but I have not known enough...
• Wanted: Water Tank pump/sender (and other items) for '88 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Ezra Hall
  Fri, 10 Sep 1999 13:24:34 -0400
  ...Please let me know if you have any of these parts for sale, or any tips as to where I should look. Thanks, Ezra
• anyone ever order this unique Vanagon book?
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Sun, 27 Feb 2000 19:03:28 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Minor changes to Sunny's website
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Sat, 11 Mar 2000 15:00:55 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Less than 60 mph??? Really?
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 10 May 2000 16:55:10 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: I get no respect
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Mon, 5 Apr 2004 09:05:54 -0400
  ...I know they drive FAST, and I know that I > >drive slowly. > > > >Any tips, other than valium? malcolm > > Subaru conversion >
• Re: Removing the rear heater
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 11 Apr 2004 21:31:10 EDT
  ...Any ideas what to do about the coolant feed hoses? Any tips or warnings >> Pinch off the hoses. Remove the heater. Connect the hoses...
• Re: Why no bolt-on HP upgrades to the 2.1 WBX?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Fri, 25 May 2012 17:32:36 -0400
  ...I just went there and searched, but came up empty...any tips? > > On Thu, May 24, 2012 at 1:26 PM, Craig Cowan <phishman068...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 21 Oct 2005 - Special issue (#2005-877)
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 19:51:31 -0700
  ...Brian Tipsword <nobleman1962@YAHOO.COM> Subject: propex flavors I want heat, and lot's of it. Brian Then get a diesel furnace! A Wabasto...
• AOL's gone AWOL or Life is dull with no list mail
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sun, 4 Jun 2006 17:33:36 EDT
  ...together ;) Does one have to resubscribe? smack the computer screen? Bleed the coolant system? Any tips appreciated. Thanks, Jeff 83.5 Westy LA,CA
• changing auto transmission
  Historical mailing list - al sinclair
  Thu, 24 Nov 2005 21:28:59 -0800
  Anyone got any tips for swapping auto transmissions by myself (without helpers)? I've got replacement (used) tranny+diff, floor jack & axle stands, and...
• Photo of Vanagon nose inside a Westy...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sat, 22 Jul 2006 22:11:06 -0700
  ...http://www.californiavan.com/nose/ PS, if anyone has tips on how to remove the body skin off the front area (especially around the...
• Vanagon Fuel Tank - Repair time
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Tue, 22 May 2007 18:52:39 -0400
  ...anyone have experience with this? Need to get a time estimate and any tips you may have. N 901004.01 Grommet, Breather Lines to...
• Re: Fuel tank grommets, fittings and hardware change out
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:53:02 -0800
  ...drop it and change > out all the rubber, fittings, etc. > > Any tips and tricks anyone would share on how to best get this done...
• Re: Electric Water Pump (was: Re: Electric Vanagon? Now really useful tips..)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:49:42 -0800
  ...Electric Vanagon? Now really useful tips.. > > Here is a site with some gas saving tips: > http://forum.ecomodder.com/showthread.php?t=44 > > Section...
• Re: Break job questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 22 Aug 2023 21:06:39 -0400
  ...Passenger front and then driver front. >>> >>> All tips wanted >>> >>> And again how much new fluid for the change is needed? >>> >>> Any special tips for...
• Wheel Squeal? Prevent a Tow
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 20 Oct 2018 09:36:15 -0400
  ...Only tips I have is if I had to guess it sounds to me like it is coming from the passenger wheel. And, last...
• Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:49:38 -0700
  ...com> wrote: From: Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills To: "Richard Koerner" <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET> Cc...
• Re: tires tires and more tires...
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 5 Oct 2005 16:29:54 -0700
  ...Reinforced, yep and the handling is nothing less than amazing for a top heavy bread box. (Thanks BenT for the tips on getting my...
• Correct names for some items
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:07:51 -0400
  ...to keep my fingers crossed to find in used parts sheds. Tips and sources appreciated. Putting this van together is going to be fun...
• Winterizing the water system
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 14 Oct 2016 19:08:09 -0400
  ...Any tips on winterizing the water system? Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Westfalia
• Re: Going To Pick Up My New 88 Westy
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 6 Aug 2009 17:20:40 -0700
  ...How do you find these gems? Any tips for the rest of us? ;) (oh yah. Congrats!) Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco...
• Re: Fiberglas Top
  Historical mailing list - Glen Buhlmann
  Thu, 23 May 1996 12:24:56 -0800
  ...Any tips on restoration? > > Bill > > 1970 Vw Adventure Wagon Ya thow a couple coats of yellow on top ;-) -- +------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Glen Buhlmann | I know it all...
• Re: couple brake job questions (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - David E Most
  Mon, 8 Jul 1996 21:55:16 -0400
  ...Does this sound right? Any essential steps I'm missing or tips? david
• Re: Vanagon Radiator Fan
  Historical mailing list - Scott DeSanti
  Sun, 19 Jul 1998 09:59:25 EDT
  In a message dated 98-07-18 10:05:49 EDT, wb6otg@INTREX.NET writes: << Any tips on replacing the radiator fan? I get...
• Thanx for the much-need break Ron!!!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 8 Sep 1998 15:39:37 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Resistor pack, rear heater fan
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Dunn
  Fri, 29 Oct 1999 20:45:29 EDT
  ...Y'all have been a load a help and thanks for the oil tips. 89' GL. The rear interior heater fan seems to have...
• Why I am installing a TDI engine...
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 21:10:40 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: Better Mileage Anyone? (without going ala Lilley)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sun, 27 Aug 2000 10:09:18 -0700
  I switched to the quad tips, and the starter problem > disappeared and the head temps were down to the 250 range. > > The engine has...
• Anyone used Braitman & Woudenberg for renting Europe Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Nolan Hester
  Mon, 11 Dec 2000 10:38:56 -0800
  ...As would any tips on Westy travel in Europe. (BTW, I bought David Shore and Patty Campbell's "Europe by Van and Motorhome" and...
• Help Fixing Leaky Rear Heater
  Historical mailing list - James .
  Fri, 3 Aug 2001 11:59:36 -0700
  ...It seems to be a simple procedure - any tips, though? How do I handle the coolant in/out hoses? Do I just clamp them...
• Re: Winters in the van
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 15 Nov 2002 20:04:44 -0500
  > Anybody have any general tips for camping in the van during the winter? I use a Coleman Platinum Catalytic heater, that kind with a...
• Multivan taillight trim - how to install?
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Tue, 28 Sep 2004 07:09:01 -0400
  ...to the body, or is there a hole I have to make on the body to accomodate the trim? Thanks for any tips, ...Markus
• quiet a very noisy gauge cluster cover?
  Historical mailing list - two-tone brown
  Mon, 6 Dec 2004 16:28:43 -0800
  ...anyone experienced this and succesfully fixed it / have tips to improving the fit of this piece? thanks in advance.
• Re: Camping tips and tricks
  Historical mailing list - Luke Sponholz
  Sun, 12 Feb 2006 15:53:30 -0500
  It looks like it's designed to be put on the front of the seat.. does it also work well as as a seatback...
• Re: Oil is Killing our Cars?
  Historical mailing list - mike .
  Thu, 22 Feb 2007 23:33:43 -0800
  ...Owsianowski" <pnoceanwesty@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > Has anyone read this article? > > <http://www.svmgcc.org/tech_tips/oil_is_killing.htm> > > It does say Castrol...
• Engine Transmission removal
  Historical mailing list - Chris Hawkins
  Sun, 1 Oct 2006 08:02:13 -0400
  ...Any other tips are appreciated. Thanks in advance for everyone's advice. Cheers, Chris H 91 Westy "Arkle"
• Re: Go Westy sale item question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 2 Jan 2017 09:55:59 -0500
  ...Less to purchase but more skills needed! tips and experiences were very helpful and appreciated. Eric Caron > On Jan > 2, 2017, at 1:25...
• Re: 1988 Rebuilt Engine Stumbling at various RPM levels2100-2300, 3400- 4000rpms
  Historical mailing list - JAIME E FORERO
  Sun, 9 Aug 2009 19:49:42 -0700
  Thanks all for the tips. cheers Jaime --- On Sun, 8/9/09, Paul Guzyk <paullist08@GUZYK.COM> wrote: > From: Paul Guzyk <paullist08@GUZYK.COM...
• Re: Rebuilding Vanagon Electric Windows or How To Go Into Debt Quickly
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Thu, 28 Apr 2005 23:27:18 -0700
  ...The tips of the two > plungers > engage two contact strips in the bottom of the switch, and as you move > the switch one > way...
• Re: cv joint tips
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Thu, 3 Jul 2008 19:15:25 -0400
  ...cv joint tips >I tried to repack all 4 on my 83.5 Westy last year. After repacking > they became noisier somehow. At least...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 6 Apr 2020 11:25:27 -0700
  ...There should be > tips on that in archives. If the steel pipes on engine are not heavily > pitted (thin at spots) from corrosion, strip...
• Re: glove box removal
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Fri, 28 Jul 2000 11:41:40 -0400
  ...It tips forward and is stopped by two plastic hooks at the top of the box that hook onto the metal dash. The lower...
• Travel time
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 8 Mar 2026 20:09:33 +0000
  ...local shop.  But lots of stuff I still do!  Anyone has tips on what to do in springtime before starting and driving the Bus...
• Anyone know how the Fiama walls work?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 1 Jul 2024 07:09:51 -0400
  ...How do the sides install? Any tips appreciated. I only have three walls and no other hardware or directions. Eric Caron
• Black Friday tips?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:49:22 -0500
  OK folks, Many of you are better at finding Vanagon deals then I am. But, Here is all I know so far. Vanagain has...
• 1991 Westy - repaint questions - comments
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Gilleran
  Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:06:16 +0000
  ...Is there a good resource on tips on what look for in a repaint quote and any advice on what to avoid etc? Thanks...
• Vanagon entertainment...
  Historical mailing list - Gordon Mah
  Tue, 12 Jul 2016 23:03:57 -0700
  ...Before I mess things up, are there any tips on what to expect when removing inside door panels? They appear to be made of...
• Re: Last minute tips before engine re-install?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 14 Sep 2010 10:40:29 -0700
  Check the bushing for the starter. Rob becida@comcast.net At 9/14/2010 08:41 AM, Don Hanson wrote: > I am going to...
• Re: pulling a BEHR AC system?
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:43:26 -0400
  Paul, I put one in my Syncro..what do you need to know?? ...Good tips so far... One more tip.... After removal, make a...
• Re: 87GL Died/Left Equpment Outages
  Historical mailing list - mark keller
  Fri, 22 Aug 1997 10:59:58 -0400
  ...13.28V when van on. >Stereo and driving lights work, where to start. >Any tips appreciated >Regards >Mark B. Magee >87GL >82 Diesel Westy
• Re: Need vent window
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 9 Jul 1998 08:28:35 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************