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  • Stereo sounds: a little more bass?
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Thu, 22 Apr 1999 08:44:26 -0700
    ...Anyone had luck with those "tube" type subwoofers or other "portable" speaker systems? I'm thinking about mounting some quick-disconnects somewhere so that...
  • Re: engine swap w/auto tranny
    Historical mailing list - DaveC
    Mon, 7 Feb 2000 15:37:49 -0800
    ...Just as great human interfaces can make novices perform like experts, badly designed systems can make intelligent, skilled people look like idiots." -- Peter Bickford
  • Re: Any of you own the biodiesel burner in the shop at Colma?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Thu, 12 Jul 2001 09:22:42 -0700
    ...Around here, canola oil is cheaper than diesel now... ======================== Shawn Wright Computer Systems Manager Shawnigan Lake School http://www.sls.bc.ca swright@sls...
  • Re: Operating temp question/Boston Bob's solution?
    Historical mailing list - George Jannini
    Tue, 25 Dec 2001 10:18:43 -0500
    Mike, you said: << The cooling systems in the Vanagons are well designed...>> If you mean well designed to leak, I can agree. It has...
  • FS 80-83 Aior Cooled Heater Flapper Valves
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Wed, 14 Aug 2002 22:42:18 -0500
    ...Heads, Heater Boxes, Federal and California Exhaust Systems and the impossible to find 75-78 heater boxes. Stan Wilder ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO...
  • Re: Is a Battery Charger to run 12V systems from 120V OK?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 23 Jun 2003 21:01:04 -0400
    Robert; It sounds like it was working for you, as long as you do not over charge the batteries. Some chargers will prevent this...
  • rear view camera/dvr
    Historical mailing list - Jason
    Mon, 10 Feb 2014 21:39:19 -0500
    ...Does anyone have any experience with a system they might recommend? I am finding single camera systems cheap and easy to find, however multi...
  • Re: Manual transmission grinds when shifted into into 2nd, 3rd gears
    Historical mailing list - Doug F
    Mon, 20 Feb 2006 18:52:20 -0800
    clutch dragging or worn syncros on the gears. ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Lavery" <systems007@YAHOO.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, February...
  • Re: trip through Quebec to Labrador
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 15 Sep 2006 06:40:07 EDT
    ...http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
  • Re: � � � Re: Update: permanent fuel pressure gauge - Source!
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Wed, 15 Mar 2006 21:51:53 EST
    ...the sensors and definitely not to the older current sensing bimetallic systems so often used as OEM sensors. We are in agreement here. Frank...
  • Re: JB Weld in Canada
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 27 Dec 2006 06:48:50 EST
    ...http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
  • Re: Mod keeps your fridge lit while driving.
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 14 Sep 2006 06:48:09 EDT
    ...http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
  • Re: Does anyone have experience with these specific points? Was Re: Vanagon vs Eurovan
    Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
    Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:54:41 -0500
    ...t last, also a lot more "black box" electronic controls and systems that are often impossible to diagnose/maintain without special equipment. The latter...
  • Buses in Zamora Blog update
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 18 Dec 2007 23:31:00 EST
    ...Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/exhaust.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
  • Re: Air mass meters Go Westy
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Sun, 23 Dec 2007 10:40:20 -0800
    ...Just curious, as I've noticed that the very popular MegaSquirt homebrew systems use a MAP sensor. -- John Bange '90 Vanagon - "Geldsauger"
  • Denver Body work?
    Historical mailing list - joe trussell
    Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:24:27 +0000
    ...While it does not affect any crucial systems, it's quite ugly (unless I have the sliding door open, then it's hidden.) I...
  • Re: Power Inverter wired into 110 Voltage circuit
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 25 Jan 2002 13:29:00 -0500
    ...The (small) inverters I've used have had specific prohibitions against wiring them into house or RV 110vac systems. Haven't got enough bux...
  • Re: Solar panels for your Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sun, 17 Jun 2007 07:26:17 EDT
    ...Low voltage systems are high current systems, so wire resistance wants to be low in order to get as much power from the panels...
  • Engine o2 out of spec
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Bergey
    Thu, 9 Nov 2000 20:34:26 -0800
    ...Bergey Systems Manager Santa Barbara Museum of Art Santa Barbara, California Web:www.sbmuseart.org AOL IM : Mr Bergey The people have spoken. We...
  • Re: Closet mods- pictures
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:40:13 -0400
    ...Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems BusFusion a VW Camper camping event, Almonte, ON, June 07 ~ 10, 2012
  • Re: very cool van
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 2 Dec 2010 05:49:24 EST
    ...Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://frankcondelli.com/exhaust.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com/BusFusion/bfhome...
  • Re: napa to Vanagon hose link
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Fri, 25 Dec 2009 11:57:02 -0800
    ...spreadsheet work would be able to see how much the two systems have in common, and thus lead to Napa replacements.� I know, quite...
  • Re: Source for propane "regulator" for propane tank...
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:05:33 EDT
    ...Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://frankcondelli.com/exhaust.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://www.busfusion.com/) a VW...
  • Re: Low Coolant in fill tank...:(
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Mon, 5 Dec 1994 13:26:20 -0800 (PST)
    ...wearing any pants, and I VOTE! ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Mirrors
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 19 Sep 94 18:45:16 PDT
    ...michael@uvphys.phys.uvic.ca Ahlea Systems Corp. ahleatst@dataflux.bc.ca
  • Re: ?? Power for stereo in my '86 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Joshua R. Poulson
    Mon, 18 Mar 96 13:39:56 -0800
    ...Poulson, Systems Engineering, ADP Dealer Services, Portland, OR PGP Public Key available upon request
  • I will survive
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 21 Apr 95 09:27:15 PDT
    ...Stafford | Hughes Aircraft Company Engineering Specialist | Microelectronics Division Design Systems Department | Bldg. 700, MailStop B1260 (714) 759-2077 | 500 Superior Avenue (714) 759-2913...
  • Re: Vanagon mailing list
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Wed, 30 Nov 1994 15:15:05 -0800 (PST)
    ...you don't succeed, forget skydiving! ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Re: Trip Report:Out of Austin, into the frying pan...
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Wed, 3 Jul 1996 20:12:09 -0300
    ...Bugs & Things & Bricks...Oh, my! Roy -- Roy Nicholl Atlantic Systems Group Phone: (506) 453-3505 Incutech Centre Fax: (506) 453-5004 B/S 69000...
  • Re: stripping the undercarriage
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Mon, 24 Apr 1995 11:06:53 -0700 (PDT)
    ...tool store. Thom -- > Epitah: Postponed compliment. ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • short in headlight wiring ... somewhere
    Historical mailing list - Tom Ervolina
    Fri, 13 Jun 1997 14:34:54 -0400
    ...Thanks. '87 Vanagon GL Tom Ervolina Enterprise Planning and Execution Systems IBM Research ervolina@us.ibm.com (914) 892-3978, T/l 532-3978
  • clutch pedal problems on my '86
    Historical mailing list - Frank Terhaar-Yonkers
    Tue, 7 Oct 1997 10:32:56 GMT
    ...Anyone ever had this assembly apart? How to remove? thanks - Frank \\\\////\\\\////\\\\\////\\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\ Frank Terhaar-Yonkers Cisco Systems, Inc. Engineering Computer Services, W2 F3 5 7025...
  • Re: Brake fluid DOT 3-4-5-?
    Historical mailing list - Austin
    Mon, 5 Apr 1999 19:59:27 -0700
    ...It state in very clear >letters "compatible with all dot 3 and dot 4 systems. Look carefully - if it's compatible with DOT 3...
  • FS:1986 VANAGON GL $1000. Great stocking stuffer!
    Historical mailing list - Doran Nugent
    Mon, 13 Dec 1999 09:29:16 -0800
    -1986 Vanagon GL Passenger van, 4 speed, 2.1L engine, silver blue color. -Runs great, all mechanical systems good. -Includes all service records from...
  • Re: New RENT A PARTS opens doors -- $CRAP
    Historical mailing list - John Branstrom
    Tue, 15 Feb 2000 18:09:06 EST
    ...Then you can sell it all for billions to so guy who made trillions selling Operating Systems that have bugs and crash all the...
  • Re: Instant horsepower (Pinwheel)
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Sun, 7 May 2000 23:17:36 +0200
    Doktor Tim wrote: > How well will the > Wasserboxer heads seal with the higher than stock pressures and greater > cooling systems demand it was not...
  • Chris Markov
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 9 May 2000 20:00:26 EDT
    ...Cheers Frank Condelli '87 Westy & LIONEL trains STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems Almonte, Ontario Visit me on the web.......> <A HREF="http://members...
  • Where is First Place to look for A/C Leak?
    Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
    Wed, 13 Sep 2000 08:38:22 -0500
    ...but thought I would poll for ideas as to where these systems historically like to "vent" themselves. Thank goodness I'm on 134a and...
  • Re: automatic transmission
    Historical mailing list - Jfp w/3 WBXs
    Sat, 24 Aug 2002 03:39:52 +0000
    Hi Gordy, Like all other Vanagon systems, it depends on the previous duty and whether the transmission was serviced correctly. The ATF should be...
  • Baja travel info wanted
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 10 Dec 2005 06:27:50 EST
    ...http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
  • Re: is this samba add for real? if so you bettery jump on it...
    Historical mailing list - Bostig Eng.
    Tue, 6 Jun 2006 21:37:41 -0400
    ...com/vw/classifieds/d >etail.php?id=322013 ________________________________________ Bostig Engineering Engine Systems Voodoo http://www.bostig.com/ 617.272.3800 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- At 08:51 PM...
  • H.D. Clutches ?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Wed, 18 Jul 2007 16:17:09 -0700
    ...Pegassus Racing, referred to in another post about fire systems...They are really good to deal with..Got my fire system there, and many...
  • Re: A/C Hoses/fittings
    Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
    Sat, 7 Apr 2007 23:33:44 -0400
    ...Jim ________________________________________ Bostig Engineering Engine Systems Voodoo http://www.bostig.com/ 617.272.3800 -----Original Message----- From: Chris Snyder [mailto:Ccsvanagon@WMCONNECT.COM] Sent: Saturday...
  • Westys @ Watkins
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 9 Oct 2008 06:01:31 EDT
    ...Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/exhaust.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
  • Re: Big brake conversion
    Historical mailing list - Paul G
    Thu, 9 Jul 2009 09:12:40 -0700
    ...Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 10:29 AM There are brake systems that are exactly opposite to the conventional system, however. My 2001 Passat apparently...
  • Re: vent'd catalytic ?'s
    Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
    Wed, 4 Nov 1998 12:33:55 -0800
    ...When I called Thermal Systems today to verify their address, they told me that one can buy them directly from the company, and in...
  • Re: plastic parts to hold-in and adjust headlights are crumbling
    Historical mailing list - Ed Shultz
    Fri, 2 Nov 2001 10:30:53 -0500
    ...Manager, Network Systems Design NSD Home Page: http://eng-web.genuity.com/net-eng/ipeng/nsd/ipnsd.htm V: 781-262-4324, F:781...
  • Re: Replacing FI with Carbs on WBX 2.1L
    Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
    Sun, 8 Mar 2009 21:58:58 -0700
    ...While several of these ancillary systems can fail, and still leave a functional vehicle, any failure of the many interdependent mechanical systems will result...
  • Re: How do you tell how much juice a battery has/?
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:45:08 -0500
    ...that I could wire into my systems (I have a few >> different vehicles with multiple battery systems) where I might get an >> actual meaningful...
  • Re: vanagon exhaust systems
    Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
    Thu, 28 Nov 1996 01:22:36 -0500 (EST)
    ...We are thinking about tooling up to produce Vanagon systems > (manifold pipes & mufflers) in stainless steel. If - there is demand and it makes > economic...
  • Re: Upper ControlArmBushing ?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 7 Dec 2015 19:23:54 -0500
    ...Once you use either one of these systems and see how well the arms now move you won't go back. Dennis -----Original Message...
  • Re: Cool modified DOKA
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 1 Sep 2009 06:17:39 EDT
    ...Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://frankcondelli.com/exhaust.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://www.busfusion.com/) a VW...
  • Re: 79(80) Convert. Replacement Found...
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Wed, 1 Mar 1995 16:22:58 -0800 (PST)
    ...are there interstate highways in Hawaii? ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Re: Speed Check
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Mon, 26 Sep 1994 16:01:05 -0700 (PDT)
    ...your parents' mistakes - use birth control! ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Synthetic Oil (?)
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Thu, 5 Jan 1995 11:18:26 -0800 (PST)
    ...Real programs don't eat cache. ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Re: [F] Prunes?
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Thu, 12 Jan 1995 10:49:36 -0800 (PST)
    ...country but I fear my government. ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Re: Wiper Motor???
    Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
    Wed, 19 Apr 1995 14:16:29 -0700
    ...and arms) bolt in? -Erik (wiping real fast) Soule NSC Analog Automotive Systems Tel. (408)721-3476 Fax (408)721-8292 M/S C2611
  • Re: 1986 Syncro FS
    Historical mailing list - Z
    Sun, 18 Aug 1996 01:15:50 -0400 (EDT)
    ...Don't email me. > Tim McDermott > Systems Analyst (NY) > > bill and diane killian zen and the art of ferrets mailto:killian@zenferret.com mailto...
  • Steel Bumpers for Vangons (Pictures)
    Historical mailing list - Tony Schiebel
    Fri, 31 Oct 1997 09:26:51 -0700
    ...http://syncro.bcit.bc.ca/hyates/tony.htm Cheers Tony P.S - Thanks Harry!!! Tony Schiebel - Senior Systems Analyst >>>>> Tony.Schiebel@edm.montage.ca...
  • Thanks
    Historical mailing list - Ian Cameron
    Fri, 12 Sep 1997 15:44:57 -0700
    ...Or do all such vans have these problems, and it's just something you live with, like BMW electrical systems or SU fuel pumps?