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• WTB: Flip down stove cover... Also does anyone have the dimensions?
  Historical mailing list - '80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 25 Jul 2001 07:35:15 -0700
  US Model Westies have a cool flip down cover over the stove that allows your dishes to drip dry into the sink, wheras Canadian...
• I must have missed it...
  Historical mailing list - Bill Bowman
  Sun, 4 Aug 2002 13:42:38 -0500
  Hi everyone, I apologize for asking, but I must have missed the instructions for signing up in "digest" mode. Can someone privately e-mail...
• Re: Mercedes Diesel Westfalia Camper
  Historical mailing list - Jeff at Vanagonparts
  Wed, 14 Jul 2004 11:38:38 -0700
  ...Most are known as "James Cook" models in Europe. Very, very nice. Even the early models had water heaters and showers. Cheers, Jeff www...
• Re: Carat or not on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 25 Mar 2006 00:05:20 -0500
  ...Volkswagen > Model: Vanagon Carat > Style/Body: 7 Passenger 2 Dr Van > Engine: > Country of Assembly: Germany > > > >>Item number: 4625441101 >> >>I emailed the seller to...
• Vanagon tranny
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 9 Oct 2022 07:10:50 -0500
  Is the vanagon 090 transmission or perhaps transaxle used in any other model Volkswagen?
• Re: Friday moderation discussion - Starting point
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Sat, 26 Mar 2011 17:42:03 -0400
  >>... Lurkers....<< _ sniveling_ (Joel Walker's adjective..) lurkers. <G> George/ATL
• Moderator Comment Re: NVC - 59 Landrover with Citroen DS suspension
  Historical mailing list - BenT .
  Sat, 4 Apr 2009 20:28:03 +0000
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• Re: How do I lower my late model?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Jun 1996 19:37:31 -0400
  shame on you for even thinking of it!
• Oliphant and his racist BS has got to go...
  Historical mailing list - JonR
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 20:06:55 -0500
  List moderator :please remove this guy JonR
• Re: Vanagon List Moderator-let's get things underway!
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:45:26 -0500
  Ditto on what David and Mark said.
• Re: 1/33 Scale Model Samba
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 21 Dec 2001 21:18:49 +1200
  ...Just cruising through the Bay >yesterday and in a pile of model cars displayed in the aisle I was cruisein' >down there was this...
• Re: Eurovan Camper , 5 speed
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 21 May 2012 16:00:44 -0700
  ...more modern, more aerdynamic, FWD with great frontal crash protection .. later models have ABS brakes. things vanagons won't ever have ... and ... less room...
• Re: 87-91 Westfalia Differences
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 30 Mar 2005 20:38:21 -0600
  ...PDF of a 1990 vanagon sales brochure that covers the westy models. You'll find no difference but a color change in any of...
• Vanagons, bus, Campers for sale
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Sun, 1 Mar 1998 22:16:53 EST
  ...sink/stove/fridge CALL or email '84 Vanagon GL sunroof model (huge 3.5'x3.5' sunroof) blue w/ blue int. 4spd, 1.9...
• Re: please remove from list
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Fri, 24 Jul 2015 19:11:33 -0400
  ...It tells you how to switch modes to digest, unjoin, etc. We have no magical powers, unless it's Friday, then anything goes. > > Chris...
• Re: Is anybody still on this list?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 19 Mar 2015 03:52:09 -0700
  ...http://vanagon.com/info/years/syncros.htm Mark Jon VO wrote: > No "official' 1988 Vanagon Syncro models, I believe...what was sold were > leftover...
• Re: NEW! EXCITING! same old stats.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 1 Jul 94 11:01:18 PDT
  Add 1 '90 (California model) manufactured 2/91 VanagonCarat Former owner: '69 Westfalia "Oslo" short pop-top '71 Westfalia no pop-top '73 Westfalia...
• Diff Locks
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm White
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 10:27:29 GMT
  ...Is there a centre lock on some models when both front and rear locks are selected? Mine is a UK model (1.9 petrol...
• Re: Westy value
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sun, 14 Nov 1999 11:40:13 -0800
  ...What will the market pay for a given vehicle make & model for that mileage. The best indicator of that is to just look in...
• Re: WTB: 2WD Vanagon MPH speedometer
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 14 Aug 2002 16:55:51 -0700
  ...The change may have taken place part way through a model year, don't know. Mark David Marshall wrote: > > I am looking for a...
• Re: any years / models we should avoid
  Historical mailing list - Mary Beth and Chris Geiser
  Tue, 8 Jul 2003 03:38:33 -0500
  ...any years / models we should avoid Stephen Steele wrote: > 81 to 83 diesels were offered (can you say s-l-o-w ?) Can you...
• Re: Vanagon Plastic Model question
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:01:04 -0600
  ...variants - a blue box monogram and two revells - one red, one modern) > Magnum PI vanagon > VW BUS UN > VW BUS ELF (Fire command truck...
• Help! Computer Gurus wanted ---- again!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 14 Mar 2007 10:38:09 -0500
  ...I have a Linksys Wireless G 2.4 router between the cable modem and the computer. Anyone now how to configure the Wireless G...
• Re: Vanagon List Moderator
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:36:43 -0800
  ...Vanagon List Moderator >I agree, the list is in danger and requires a moderator, probably 2 or 3. > > Nominating and voting may work but...
• idle microswitch
  Historical mailing list - William
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 16:24:01 -0700
  ...Was the switch stuck in idle mode or non-idle mode? I have had prior problems with this switch not going into idle mode...
• Re: Wagon-R power steering
  Historical mailing list - Yoshi
  Mon, 6 May 2002 18:45:27 +0900
  ...WagonR/PS is not from the new model. PS was removed from the old model. He can't grasp accurate model-year. Because, he...
• Re: any years / models we should avoid
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 8 Jul 2003 08:47:00 -0700
  ...Stan Wilder On Tue, 8 Jul 2003 00:20:53 -0400 Chris S <mrvolkswagen@HOTMAIL.COM> writes: > > Are there any years / models that we...
• Re: pics of the infamous pick n pull van!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 3 Apr 2008 05:00:58 -0800
  ...North American models I mean. Europe had many variations in addition to our few. Mark craig cowan wrote: > I think, and i'm as...
• Re: Fryday (Modern Vanagon Replacements?)
  Historical mailing list - vw woody
  Sat, 10 May 2014 11:36:28 -0500
  ...Fryday (Modern Vanagon Replacements?) > > I know there are some folk that have considered the Sprinters as the replacement of choice in modern vans for...
• Re: What is a Vanagon, according to The Samba?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:08:00 -0700
  ...Find the "Model" field and hit the dropdown box. > > Which of the models there are our Vanagons? > > -- > Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott > Bend, Ore...
• Re: ECU for CA
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Fri, 12 Nov 1999 23:27:32 -0700
  NO! The california ecu is NOT exchangable with the federal!!!! Your Cal model has an O2 sensor and federal models don't. You also...
• MOD - Community watchdogs
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 9 Dec 2010 13:20:28 -0500
  ...Dear Volks, *AS ALWAYS* we request that matters of this nature be taken up with the moderators in private. Community watchdogs are welcome; community...
• Re: your mail
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Wed, 11 Oct 1995 12:46:43 -0500 (CDT)
  ...no subject and one line saying UNSUBSCRIBE VANAGON To turn digest mode on, send E-Mail to listserv@lenti.med.umn.edu with no...
• Weekenders & Westy Weekenders & Wolfsburg Westy Weekenders.....
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 8 Nov 1996 19:33:43 -0500
  ...VW made Camper models that had complete kitchen units in them along with the pop-top. Usually these were called the Vanagon Camper GL...
• Re: '80 non-L two tone sighting
  Historical mailing list - SyncroHead
  Sat, 28 Feb 1998 02:11:06 EST
  ...was NOT an L model, I repeat >>a stock two tone color plain '80 Vanagon, ie not an L model. >> >>Another one for messing...
• Re: SurePower Battery Searator NOT Isolator!
  Historical mailing list - Adam Thacker
  Mon, 11 Jul 2005 10:55:11 -0400
  ...Both models leave the starter always connected to the main battery. Both models allow the aux battery to assist the main battery, provided the...
• Re: need new engine for air-cooled van (overheated one)
  Historical mailing list - Kragen Sitaker
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 14:00:04 -0400
  ...mode. > > Without a thermostat to pull the flaps closed when the motor cools off, > they are simply held wide open in 'cool' mode. > > A...
• Re: Sucky Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 2 May 2013 12:23:32 -0500
  ...Mine > (same model less miles) gets 14. : / > > -craig > > On May 2, 2013, at 1:02 PM, Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM> > wrote: > > > Can I...
• wierd westys
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 20 May 94 14:10:14 CDT
  ...the volkswagen is just one of the models they make. they make several versions of the volkswagen also. the mercedes westy is likely one...
• 1960 model 235 (kombi) fs is toronto
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 1 Mar 1996 16:35:37 -0500
  ...It is model 235 kombi (w/ factory pullback sunroof and belly pan). Bus is quite staright by rust belt standards and is quite complete...
• Re: How do I lower my late model?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Jun 1996 22:45:27 -0900
  ...Drop >spindles would be my first choice if anyone makes them for a late model (I've >only seen them for early), Thanks! A...
• Blower Motors
  Historical mailing list - Erik O
  Mon, 17 Feb 1997 01:41:38 -0800
  ...Installation went well and now I have heat up front :-) These are the models listed in the database at the yard for blower motors...
• Re: Where to keep my buds??
  Historical mailing list - Jay Fitzgerald
  Tue, 17 Jun 1997 17:24:42 -0600
  ...anyone has seen a more modern (but > >still attractive) substitute for Happy? > > I bought a pair of lovely 'modern' bud vases for Beethoven from...
• For Sale - Rack for Vanagon (mounts on reach hatch)
  Historical mailing list - Eric
  Fri, 11 Jun 1999 17:55:54 -0700
  ...You can see a picture of a similar model at http://www.fiamma.it/gb/product/indpres_gb.html Mine is like the VW...
• Re: FS: Syncro Westy and Adventurewagen 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 16:50:28 -0400
  ...Both > are 1986 models, standard trans, run and drive great, full camper models. > The Syncro needs some rust repair and paint, the Adventurewagen looks...
• carat/weekender interiors for sale! wasRe: Syncro Carat...is there such a thing?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Dec 2002 11:02:58 EST
  In a message dated 12/19/02 10:32:05 AM Eastern Standard Time, kevindobrien@YAHOO.COM writes: > I'm unfamiliar with Syncro models...
• Revell Vanagon spotting
  Historical mailing list - Lee Roesner
  Mon, 12 Jan 2004 20:07:04 -0800
  Hmmm, The plastic model company Revell moved in right across the street from me in Northbrook, IL. I spotted a blue and also a...
• Re: Vanagon List Moderator
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:11:46 EST
  ...i think two moderators would be a good even equillibrium. i have been on this list for about 15 years and know most of...
• Re: Vanagon List Moderator
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:35:08 -0800
  ...I vote "Yes to Mike C., Stacey S., and the Supreme Moderator (who shall need no organizational skills), unca Joel, who has been 1000...
• Oh Mr. Moderator . . .
  Historical mailing list - Maggie Dew
  Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:25:18 -0700
  ...must be doing his Friday the 13th Voodoo incantations. Oh Mr. Moderator . . . Date: Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:14:28 -0500 From: Joy Hecht...
• Re: later model parking brake lever
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 2 Jul 2018 15:12:19 +0000
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• upper control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 04 May 94 19:32:24 CDT
  from Service Bulletins, Model Year 1988 .......................................................................... Technical Information Group: 40 Number: 88-01
• Re: Let's make this large list EASIER ! !
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan 'Snuggles' Edwards
  Sat, 22 Jun 1996 17:11:06 -0400 (EDT)
  hmmm, why not put it in digest mode.... jonathan
• Re: FI to carb
  Historical mailing list - JS Davis
  Wed, 8 Apr 1998 22:53:51 -0500
  Anyone ever converted Fuel Injection to a carb setup. Have a 91 model.
• tiico air filter
  Historical mailing list - Ki
  Wed, 29 Jan 2003 08:47:36 -0800
  what model number air filter can i use for my tiico engine? thanks. ki
• Front differential lock with a non-VC Syncro - valve safety question
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sat, 15 May 2004 22:02:55 -0700
  ...When the drive shaft decoupler is on (putting the vehicle in 4x4 mode) there will always be a vacuum to the 'on' line that...
• more on gas cap keys
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 8 May 2000 18:40:28 -0500
  ...Apparently early Vanagons (pre '86) used a short key (my '84 does.) Syncros and '86+ models used the ignition key. Non-dealer aftermarket caps...
• Re: o2 sensor troubles
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 3 Aug 2006 06:52:43 EDT
  ...The 1.9 OXY sensor is a one wire model and the 2.1 is a three wire, heated, model. They could be interchanged...
• Re: Joker vs. others
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 31 Jan 2015 16:14:50 -0800
  ...Did westfalia use SYRO tops? I've read that SYRO used westy poptops. > > Is there a site anywhere that informs about different westy models...
• Re: Speedometer house repair suggestions ?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 30 Mar 2010 20:57:28 -0400
  At 03:20 PM 3/30/2010, Andrew Grebneff wrote: >Oil the screw lightly but thoroughly (use a modeler's paintbrush or Dear David...