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  • Re: Water & Coolant
    Historical mailing list - The Carters
    Tue, 9 Dec 1997 07:58:54 -0800
    ...water you use is low in minerals or free of them. IMHO, the use of distilled water in a wasserboxer is the way to...
  • Re: decreased mileage problem solved!
    Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
    Sun, 14 Jun 1998 10:57:26 -0500
    ...My wasser boxer is balanced and imho is in near perfect tune. I also warm it up before driving. Since Mark put on a...
  • Offensive Language: KILL THIS THREAD!
    Historical mailing list - Christopher M. Smith
    Fri, 31 Jul 1998 11:33:40 -0700
    ...Please stop the swearing and the ridiculing of list > members who are (imho rightfully) offended by the language chosen. > Thank You. > Matthias Reinhold > BTW...
  • Re: In defense of Dealers, was: Dealer ripoffs
    Historical mailing list - Richard Bias
    Thu, 3 Feb 2000 12:04:19 PST
    ...While I understand you are grateful for getting your car through. IMHO, I >hope shops that do this are investigated and have their state...
  • Re: 2.1 hose price deal
    Historical mailing list - Kevin
    Tue, 20 Apr 2004 21:53:02 -0400
    ...500 for hoses will tow your > vanagon a long distance home. IMHO spending this money is just > like insurance... plane stupid > Eric Would that...
  • Re: Friday: What's the perfect second car for Vanagon owners?
    Historical mailing list - Joe Novak
    Fri, 28 Aug 2015 08:57:39 -0700
    ...the new landrover evoque's come to mind with their buttery leather, but a "perfect" second car imho, is a reliable recovery vehicle. I...
  • Re: OK, thinking of selling my 1985 Vanagon in Seattle
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Wed, 20 Jun 2012 21:25:32 -0700
    ...I looked at a couple for $15k, but they were overpriced IMHO. You can always sell it to GoWesty! Good luck-- Stuart in Seattle
  • Re: WAS Bluestar Zbed in Richmond CA pick N pull-NOW Syncros $100 ????
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:45:32 -0700
    ...One is rusty and needs too much to be road worthy IMHO, so will be parted. The other will get cleaned up and driven...
  • Re: $100,000.00 Van
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 5 Jun 2009 23:51:52 -0700
    ...parts which is kinda cool to play w, although the >> designs, IMHO, are not as good as the Westfalia versions. >> >> YMMV, >> >> Mr. BZ >> >> >> On...
  • Re: Winshield seal
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 4 Jul 1997 00:06:46 -0400
    ...If my nail crys out before the seal gives, then IMHO it may be too hard. The Glue with a special adhesive is either...
  • Re: curtains for vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
    Wed, 27 Aug 1997 13:53:44 EDT
    ...Much better rods and harwdare than the factory stuff IMHO. I get a lot of Westy Owners replacing them with these as well as...
  • Re: 82 diesel with an 86 gas engine
    Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
    Sun, 30 May 1999 00:34:46 -0400
    ...That is false economy IMHO. > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf > Of Mike Catlin > Sent: Saturday, May...
  • 5% off for VW list members on Ebay auctions
    Historical mailing list - Ed Stevens
    Tue, 15 Jun 1999 22:33:44 -0400
    ...He offered to take 5% less from anyone in our MUG. IMHO this was a nice and substantial gesture on his part. This is...
  • 85 Westy Fair Market Value
    Historical mailing list - Chris R. Rowland
    Sun, 6 Feb 2000 09:15:02 -0800
    ...But these are pretty minor imho. She drives great, and has been very dependable. Right now I am simply going to accept reasonable offers...
  • Re: Bumper Stickers
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 20 May 2002 17:00:38 -0400
    ...will hang up on you :-) Seems to work for >us... > >Just IMHO -- David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy...
  • Re: Fuel Injection hoses - Again!!!
    Historical mailing list - Greg O
    Wed, 28 Jan 2004 21:22:10 -0600
    ...Ten years, maybe. > > IMHO > > Mike > > On 1/28/04 1:39 PM, "John Rodgers" <jh_rodgers@BELLSOUTH.NET> wrote: > > > Well, when the fuel line...
  • Re: Grey water tank (81 Vanagon Westy)
    Historical mailing list - C. Sullivan
    Wed, 14 Apr 2004 22:00:58 -0700
    ...As most of my RV experience has been with other (inferior, IMHO) van conversions, I just assumed that there was a small 5-8...
  • Re: Behr AC? (Was: Re: Who synchro knows-it-all?)
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 5 Sep 2006 12:11:22 -0700
    ...It's more usefull than the rear AC IMHO because the cooling air is upfront where you need it most. Downside is you loose...
  • Re: Quick question: Removing the passenger expansion tank
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Sat, 14 Jul 2012 17:49:24 -0400
    ...Two studs would have been more secure and practical IMHO, but oh well... You have to wiggle it vigorously and pry gently at the...
  • Re: LDT (Long Drive Theory) and other musings
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 4 Nov 94 17:50:57 EST
    ...Here's (IMHO) the key: > 2500mi oil changes and *long* daily trips of about 100-250 miles (I > drove alot for my job). > > Speaking...
  • Re: Metalic Chirping Sound ~More Details
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 17 Nov 2000 16:08:35 -0600
    ...belt and hear if there is any change in the chirp. > IMHO The mechanic should do it. It was probably caused as a result...
  • Re: Here's That "Big fish Vanagon" Again.... I Want It!!
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Sun, 2 Feb 2003 01:10:18 EST
    ...Fish? The LT trucks look do cool from behind but just look like a funny stretched Vanagon from the front IMHO. The headlights need...
  • Re: GoWesty wheel / tire package
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Fri, 10 Oct 2003 23:27:31 -0700
    ...James Ballen wrote: > Does anyone on this list run of one of the GoWesty alloy wheel/tire > packages? > > The alloys look fantastic, IMHO, but...
  • Re: Who makes the good air filter? (1.9l)
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Sun, 6 Sep 2015 09:24:21 -0600
    IMHO you can't go wrong with a WIX ~ For Air or Oil ~ On 5 Sep , 2015, at 9:17 PM, Vanagon wrote: > What...
  • Editorial opinion: VW Collectors..Probable unpopular veiw..delete now or flame
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 7 May 2007 14:08:22 -0700
    ...driving one through some brush or out onto a...road...That'll be a sad day, IMHO. Flame away...if you must, Don Hanson
  • Re: major fuel leak
    Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
    Tue, 29 Jan 2008 09:47:25 -0500
    ...tubing and fittings, in a place that's pretty much inaccessible to routine inspection, is just a bad design. IMHO. Allan -- 1991 Vanagon GL
  • Re: TIRES
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 10 Jul 2012 20:48:16 -0500
    ...I think they are still available & a > great All Season tire, IMHO. Not cheap, but you get what you pay for? > > YMMV, > > Mr. BZ...
  • Re: battery compartment
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Fri, 9 Jul 2010 12:30:48 -0700
    ...done to achieve compliance with some RV/Housecar fire rating standard IMHO. Westfalias have the compliance stickers on them. I think we hammer this...
  • Re: Long Brake Line Installation Questions
    Historical mailing list - John Anderson
    Sun, 6 Sep 2009 09:48:42 -0700
    ...stocks 10mm fittings for the Porsches.)� The plastic coated is worst IMHO (for home use at least when you make your own flares using...
  • Re: Oil Temp
    Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
    Thu, 30 Apr 1998 21:56:42 -0400
    ...When you engine blows the oil out while driving 80 mph. (IMHO) Answer 3: No kidding! Answer to Answer 1: Lower the oil level...
  • Re: New T5 (Next generation Eurovan) pics posted!!!
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Thu, 14 Mar 2002 11:21:22 -0500
    ...New T5 (Next generation Eurovan) pics posted!!! > > It looks just like a Chevy Astro! > > IMHO, VW has totally gone away from it's initial...
  • Re: Is SELLING welcome on the list?
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Fri, 6 Sep 2002 19:01:30 -0400
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >Selling parts here is great IMHO. I purchase parts here when i need stuff. >But a few things- Don't...
  • Re: cleaning carpets/rugs/seats
    Historical mailing list - Marcia Holm
    Thu, 14 Aug 2003 08:40:54 -0700
    ...Bottom line (IMHO): residual soap left on upholstery/carpet attracts more dirt - make sure that all soap (to the degree that it is possible...
  • Re: 50 Worst Cars
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 10 Sep 2007 09:43:38 -0700
    ...Porter is a writer for Top Gear so these > > crap cars were picked by those guys who IMHO, have a pretty good > > sense of...
  • ANNOUNCEMENT: Passat mailing list
    Historical mailing list - Michael Klepikov
    Tue, 2 Jul 1996 15:31:39 EDT
    ...http://www.revealed.net/IRWeb/INM/netiquette.html#email Here are some of the most important points, IMHO: Keep your questions and comments relevant...
  • Re: westy woodstove
    Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
    Thu, 20 Oct 94 7:59:29 PDT
    ...Seems like it would be a bit of a hassle to keep feeding the stove though IMHO. Might get soot on your flannel too...
  • Re: Speedometer markings
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 12 May 97 23:38:50 CDT
    ...Manual transmission Gear after 1500km 1 25km/h (15mph) 2 50km/h (30mph) 3 80km/h (48mph) 4 top speed (imho: about 80 mph...
  • Re: Is it time for a Tiico list?
    Historical mailing list - Barry E. Muller
    Thu, 6 Jun 2002 22:19:20 -0400
    ...everytime someone changes the color of their van isn't good IMHO. Pretty soon everyone will have their own listserve. Sorta like the the...
  • Re: Bad plastic(s)...and how to fix them.. (cracked screw bosses, etc)
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 3 Feb 2011 12:46:49 EST
    ...5-minute epoxys that are found in chain > stores...Worthless stuff, IMHO. > > i have had good luck repairing cracked screw bosses in speedo clusters...
  • Re: Strongbox center console
    Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
    Tue, 19 May 2015 12:10:45 -0400
    ...Strongbox center console > > IMHO, nothing says “please break into my van” better than a large, conspicuous black box that looks like s safe sitting...
  • Re: Junkyard Wars
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:40:37 -0500
    ...two visors, > complete gauge/instrument panel, assorted bulbs, relays, and other small > items for $90.00, not a bad deal IMHO! Jeff > > > > Jeff Stewart >
  • Re: Headlight wiring for 80/100 bulbs
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sun, 16 May 2010 06:03:15 EDT
    ...Still relatively anemic illumination wi= th that combintation IMHO.<<<<<<< Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 Westy & Lionel Trains (_Collection for sale_ (http://frankcondelli...
  • Re: Weekender foldng back seat.
    Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
    Fri, 18 Sep 1998 11:56:31 -0500
    ...You should not have to pay more than $ 150 for it (IMHO) unless the seller is really into high prices. Be sure that you...
  • more on T-shirts
    Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
    Sun, 13 Jun 1999 22:16:37 -0400
    ...The breadloaf vans are encompassed by the Palmer shirts, IMHO. I can't promise you a great prize other than a free shirt. E...
  • Re: Mercedes wheels
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Mon, 6 Mar 2000 21:12:46 +0100
    ...A Mercedes rim that is opened up 2 mms is much safer than risking loosing a wheel because of ruined bearings, IMHO!! PerL 87...
  • Re: Nit Picking Solar Systems
    Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
    Thu, 2 Nov 2000 08:35:22 -0800
    ...It's just that I find nothing compelling about the > current state of solar to make it worth investing in, IMHO. When the > efficiency...
  • Re: 84 Westfalia Refrigerator noise...? (continued)
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Wed, 5 Sep 2001 15:29:08 -0400
    ...I'll also note that the fan (new or old) IMHO is an incredibly cheesy looking piece of junk. It is an unshielded 2...
  • Re: Oil Pressure Gauge Kit
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Fri, 9 Mar 2018 08:56:49 -0700
    &&& Oil Temp ~ IMHO ~ ORR ~ DeanB On 6 Mar , 2018, at 7:06 PM, Stuart MacMillan wrote: > Ken's kit is the way to go...
  • Re: David Beierl's recent List-endectomy
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 9 Oct 2012 05:56:59 -0700
    ...to David on the Appendectomy-much better procedure than an > "endectomy" IMHO. > > > YMMV, > > Mr. BZ-keep those endoscopes away from moi > > > > On Mon, Oct...
  • Re: looking for wolfsburg jump seat female wire seat belts and suggestion on mountin
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:36:54 -0800
    ...The 5-speed might sound cool but not cost effective unless you are changing ratios as well IMHO. BenT Sent from my mobile device...
  • Re: advice on exhaust repairs needed
    Historical mailing list
    19 Jul 96 05:46:32 PDT
    ...Just nothing inside! Liquid Wrench is still the best bolt unlocking compound IMHO. If the rusted bolts are truly bolts and not studs, get...
  • Curious about prices...
    Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
    Thu, 22 Jul 1999 10:33:29 -0500
    ...or coolant. Factory alloy rims with MXT's in good shape. IMHO, Phred's a great bus. If I had the financial wherewithal, there...
  • Re: 2.1L maintenance @120k
    Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
    Fri, 1 Oct 1999 15:16:24 -0400
    ...done last. Make sure the system is properly bled of air. IMHO, these are things you should attempt yourself. You'll feel good after...
  • Re: Carefree Awning
    Historical mailing list - Gregg Howald
    Tue, 9 May 2000 11:22:28 PDT
    ...for the 10' model. > >It is very well designed and built, IMHO. > > Richard A. Jones > Boulder, Colorado > '81 Vanagon Mr Bus > > ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private...
  • Re: Car Talk Vanagon caller/Elements
    Historical mailing list - Jack
    Wed, 8 Oct 2003 12:54:24 -0800
    ...If not, there's probably something's available aftermarket, but the tank is still mounted too low, IMHO. I just remember my reaction when...
  • Re: Oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Wed, 21 Apr 2004 21:52:42 -0500
    ...I > agree that it's better to leave the original cooler and add the external, > but IMHO it's not a choice between putting...
  • Re: optima the one for starting battery?
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Sun, 21 Aug 2005 01:33:05 -0700
    ...time > later > > they refused > > since my info wasn't in the computer! I don't believe the Durolast > are > > very > > good batteries IMHO. > > james > >
  • Re: 3 Weeks in Ireland... saw 1 VW T3
    Historical mailing list - Raymond Markett
    Tue, 15 Jul 2014 20:56:01 -0700
    ...Buese <tantonbz@gmail.com> wrote: >> >> Plus, the Canadians, especially the Quebecians, IMHO, are really fun to >> camp with! >> >> YMMV, >> >> Mr. BZ-hope to see...
  • Re: What is a Vanagon, according to The Samba?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:00:18 -0700
    ...On 08/24/2011 03:50 PM, Marius Strom wrote: > A Type 2 T3. > > FWIW, the whole "bus or not" argument is dumb, IMHO...
  • Re: Air-cooled Buses are naturally loud
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 17 May 1994 20:26:51 -0500 (EDT)
    < much reasonable stuff deleted > > > IMHO - No matter what, the air-cooled variety of VW van never be made as > quiet as your standard, American...