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• Re: driving an unbelted, leaking power-steering rack
  Historical mailing list - David J. Bohannan
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 07:39:33 -0500
  ...I think I may have dumped more power steering fluid in there thinking it might get into the rack...some probably did, but I...
• Re: Keep Rear Hatch Open with Bike Rack attached?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sun, 4 Sep 2005 08:03:54 -0400
  ...http://www.telusplanet.net/public/gary2a/rack/hatchstrut/hatchstruts.htm I went with his solution number two: "The vanagon parts book specifies a different...
• Re: What Learned Yesterday - luggage rack edition
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 9 May 2011 18:06:42 -0700
  ...through > > the > > holes in the luggage rack until you've fiddled with the location of > > the > > rack to assure that the two bolt holes...
• Re: ROOF RACK IDEAS-go Yakima
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 7 Mar 2002 11:33:32 -0700
  ...ROOF RACK IDEAS-go Yakima > > > > > > > I was kind of surprised how much tougher it was to > > > raise the top with the racks on, but...
• Re: tie rod removal
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sun, 6 Jun 2004 23:02:49 +0000
  <html><div style='background-color:'><DIV class=RTE> <P>I've done it, without removing the rack from the van. Actually, it's not...
• [vanagon] PS rack rebuild: HELP
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 13 May 1996 23:24:15 -0300 (ADT)
  ...The rack failed fast, seems like a seal blew, rather than wearout. Any advice on this would be appreciated, like if they really can...
• racks
  Historical mailing list - jim catterson
  Mon, 4 May 1998 05:25:52 -0700
  a friend of mine is a thule/barrecrafter dealer---roof and tailgate racks of every description. i have worked it out w/ him that...
• GRRRR! (was RE: Raising poptop with kayak on roof)
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 00:58:29 -0500
  It's still Friday somewhere, isn't it? So I can mouth off about non-responses to my email??? I posted regarding racks already...
• Troubleshooting and Paulchen Bike Racks (roller option)
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Tue, 16 Dec 1997 23:55:34 -0800
  ...has somebody ever used the roller which can put on top of the Paulchen Bike Rack in order to roll the boat or surfing...
• Actual weight limit for back hatch?
  Historical mailing list - James Sperl
  Sat, 14 Oct 2000 09:47:22 -0600
  ...Does anyone know for sure if the back hatch cannot hold the weight of 4 bikes plus rack weight. My plan once I get...
• Re: ROOF RACK IDEAS-go Yakima
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 7 Mar 2002 11:22:01 -0700
  ...ROOF RACK IDEAS-go Yakima > > > > I was kind of surprised how much tougher it was to > > raise the top with the racks on, but...
• Re: Installing Steering Rack and Pinion...
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:50:03 -0700
  I can't give you advice on the rack swap, but i can advise you to flush the system and replace the brass frit...
• Re: Taking Orders for Paulchen Racks.
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Tue, 4 Jan 2000 20:30:01 -0800
  ...Taking Orders for Paulchen Racks. I'm about ready to place another order for Paulchen bike racks and want to know if there is...
• Re: Re Lockable Cover for the Westy Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - Jeanne Maly
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 18:41:28 -0700
  Re Lockable Cover for the Westy Luggage RackWow, John. I must have been reading your mind. Did you build this out of plywood? How...
• Re: Bike rack over luggage rack
  Historical mailing list - David Bogle
  Fri, 4 Dec 1998 18:45:50 -0500
  ...Bike rack over luggage rack > > Davidson wrote: > > > > Yes, I lust over the Paulchen Bike Racks.... But including tax and > > > shipping > > > I figure it will...
• Re: Homemade bike rack for '85 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 13:52:51 -0600
  ...So I was thinking if I could make a detactable rack that I can make stand on it's own too, I could get...
• Re: Mount Hi Lift jack in luggage rack?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 12:46:01 -0700
  ...Now I know. -- Rocky J Squirrel > I put it > under rear seat, or strapped and locked to Paulchen rack. > > alistair > > > > > > > > > > > > > ---- Rocket J Squirrel <camping...
• My trip and a bike rack
  Historical mailing list - Leaf
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 18:30:41 -0400
  ...So now another question :) I've come to the conclusion that a bike rack is imperative to a good journey. If only I had...
• Re: Power steering rack to standard rack
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Tue, 12 Oct 2004 14:34:28 +1000
  ...Power steering rack to standard rack Anyone know what kind of horsepower (to the road) gain by "tossing" the PS? Mines leaks and seems...
• Re: Solar panels
  Historical mailing list - William D. Pool
  Thu, 23 Jun 2016 18:37:32 -0700
  My write-up is here, but 80w ZAMP Solar in the luggage rack not on-top. This is level with the luggage rack and...
• Re: Inner tie rod
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Sat, 7 Feb 2015 12:42:06 -0600
  Can you change the angle/position of the rack in the vice to provide better leverage? Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy On...
• Re: Power Steering Rack Question
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 7 Jun 2010 15:06:23 -0500
  ...I just found the missing fluid in the > passenger side boot of the power steering rack. Can someone tell me if this > is repairable...
• Re: racks
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Tue, 24 Apr 2001 20:53:02 EDT
  Michael, IMO the best looking and practical rack for a Vanagon are the ones made by Conferr. They are made in different sizes for...
• Re: Power Steering Leak usual suspects?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 19 Oct 2003 15:23:37 -0400
  ...They are the pump, the rack itself, and the plumbing. If the leak is not obvious, then the rack is the most likely problem...
• Re: Small dish rack?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 16 Aug 2004 19:39:07 -0500
  Pier One has little Bamboo Dish racks that fold flat and can be used as a cutting board or as a trivet. Last one...
• Re: PS leak
  Historical mailing list - Karin Baker & Raymond Paquette
  Sat, 1 Dec 2007 16:54:37 -0500
  I've seen this a few times now, run power steering rack but without the belt. There's really not a problem with that...
• Re: Looking for a new bike rack
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Fri, 1 Apr 2022 16:56:50 -0400
  I have this rack that could be modified by a crafty person to fit a Vanagon. Located in central Oregon, not really shippable due...
• Re: Roof racks
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:14:02 -0400
  ...roof racks for Westy (for surf boards etc)
• Mounting a roof rack to the pop-up
  Historical mailing list - Chris Cochella
  Sat, 20 Mar 1999 13:33:10 -0700
  I am planning to mount a yakima or thule roof rack to the popup on my camper. I have seen it on many. Is...
• Re: Guess what a new PS rack costs in New Zealand?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 18 Jun 2002 22:11:30 +1200
  ...Lucked onto a RHD rack in the US!!! (thanks to a certain listee). -- Regards Andrew
• rubber around pop top and luggage rack
  Historical mailing list - alexander may
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 19:23:32 -0700
  Can anybody direct me to the right parts page on the busdepot for replacing the rubber around the top and luggage rack for a...
• Ball joints and steering rack
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 8 Dec 2007 20:15:57 -0500
  The parts are here, and I will soon be tackling the replacement of upper ball joints and the steering rack on my '91 Vanagon...
• Re: Westy LuggageRack Noise
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 21 Dec 2023 10:26:04 -0800
  Note that it’s a good idea to remove the bulb along the sides of the rack to allow water to drain. Jim > On...
• Re: Power Steering Rack Question
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 7 Jun 2010 21:11:53 -0500
  ...Power Steering Rack Question >>> >>> >>> I have tried a number of times to overhaul the racks. Often the leaking >>> seal >>> is just a symptom. Often...
• bike racks (was: Work Estimate...)
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Tue, 3 Sep 2019 21:27:09 -0400
  I have a Paulchen rear door-mounted bike rack for two bikes. I Keep it in my garage until I get tired of the...
• canoe rack - no drilling required !!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 10 Jun 1998 23:02:56 EDT
  ...REI carries this rack. I carry my old town on it as well as two bikes !! ( i got three bars, two over the luggage...
• Re: Yakima racks web site on back hatch of Westy
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 15:02:54 +0200
  ...Dont know if they used some rack, or if it was self-made. I only saw it in traffic. Maybe you can use a...
• Spanner Wrench for Power Steering Rack
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 26 Mar 2003 12:47:41 -0600
  Anyone got a spanner wrench that fits the ring on the power steering rack that they would be willig to loan out. Or have...
• Remove front suspension etc. as unit?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 3 Dec 2007 12:23:51 -0800
  ...I will crack as many fasteners loose as I can while front suspension/rack is still in. Can I remove the lower wishbone/calipers...
• Re: Bike Rack Rec
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 29 Dec 2009 07:50:26 -0800
  ...You can make the racks work without putting on the curtain track, but I think it makes the rack more secure. I positioned the...
• Re: Bike Racks
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sat, 5 Dec 1998 14:35:39 -0800
  ...Bike Racks > Date: Friday, December 04, 1998 6:25 PM > > Access to the rear was a concerne when looking for a rack for our...
• Re: Leaking luggage rack
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 29 May 2013 07:18:18 -0700
  One thing that happens in areas prone to rusty vehicles is that the roof metal covered up by the luggage rack rusts through. Over...
• Re: Bike rack over luggage rack
  Historical mailing list - Dave
  Sat, 5 Dec 1998 14:14:52 -0600
  ...My rack was originally purchased from a VW dealer in Germany in 86. I can't vouch for the new Paulchens, but if they...
• Westy Roof Rack (Cargo)
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Sun, 24 Jan 1999 23:58:16 -0800
  Here's a page with some photos of the SURCO roof rack i used on an 8 day excursion into the desert over thanksgiving...
• Spam:WTB Gun Rack for Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Tue, 19 Jan 1999 20:53:50 EST
  ...I'm scraping the peace sign off my back window and mounting up a gun rack back there. I'll tell you whose opinion...
• Roof racks on Westy to carry SunFish
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Thu, 4 Apr 2002 19:49:06 -0500
  ...In case we need to transport it around, has anyone ever carried one on a Westy...and are there roof racks that will work...
• ps rack install tips?
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Kahler
  Thu, 20 Oct 2005 12:29:39 -0700
  i will be receiving my rebuilt power steering rack next wednesday, and am trying to prepare for a smooth removal / install. Any tips from...
• Re: open rack on westy
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 18:10:20 -0400
  It should, as wind tunnels show that the luggage rack westy adds an incredible amount of turbulence (i.e. drag) to a Vanagon. On...
• Anybody have any Westy luggage rack tie down loops for sale?
  Historical mailing list - Dana Showers
  Mon, 3 Apr 2006 20:30:56 -0400
  These are the pop-riveted tie downs in the luggage rack. I need all eight. thanks, Dana 85 Westy 1.9td -- No virus found...
• NON-DELIVERY of: Re: 67 & Earlier TII Full Metal Roof Rack
  Historical mailing list - Lotus Mail Exchange
  Thu, 2 Mar 95 14:00 EST
  ...67 & Earlier TII Full Metal Roof Rack Delivery Failure Report Your document: Re: 67 & Earlier TII Full Metal Roof Rack could not be delivered...
• Re: roof rack for 84 Westie
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Thu, 14 Jun 2001 08:59:07 -0400
  >Found a couple of articles about roof racks for Westies. >One mentioned that Thule recommends no more than 2 bikes mounted to a roof...
• Re: Westy Racks Available (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Richard
  Thu, 13 Apr 95 10:23:10 EDT
  > > don't get me wrong, i'd really like one of these racks, i like vintage look > as much as the next person, but...
• Re: Kayak roof rack
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Jul 1997 10:01:14 -0500
  ...Yakima roof racks are excellent & do have tower rack "feet". Another equally good manufacturer is Thule (pronounced "toolie"), a Swedish company. They can also...
• Re: Power Steering leak...options?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 16 Aug 2004 12:57:18 -0500
  You need a rebuilt rack. Several listvendors offer them. There are very good instructions in the archives and I THINK at btdt.com. I...
• Re: bike rack in rear hitch
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Dec 2005 09:09:56 -0600
  on 12/27/05 6:55 AM, Mark C at obeechi@RUNBOX.COM wrote: > doesn't using a bike rack that fits in a...
• Luggage rack, front part of poptop
  Historical mailing list - Lee Peterson
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 10:42:10 -0700
  I picked up a used poptop for my multivan converstion yesterday but there was no front part aka luggage rack. I got everything else...
• Re: power steering rack without hydraulic fluid?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 9 Jun 2010 15:13:43 -0700
  ...I guess I will flush the hydraulic lines and connect them to the rack. The power steering pump belt is removed and will stay...
• drilling through sheet metal?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Fri, 14 May 2004 12:43:40 -0700
  ...So, I bought the surf racks from the guy and mounted the racks pretty easily with some parts I picked up from the local...
• Re: Power steering rack leak
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Fri, 30 Nov 2018 08:24:37 -0500
  Even the rebuilt racks are mostly just resealed racks. Not much is done other than a tear down and replace o-rings,gaskets,etc...
• Re: Waeco stuff
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Wed, 18 Jul 2007 13:12:52 -0700
  ...Luggage rack area. Not sure if Vanagon > roof area under luggage rack will properly support 18 Kg. i.e wouldn't > flex too much...