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• Re: Stock German Mud Flaps Available Again
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 11:12:41 -0500
  JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote: > the fronts and rears wont fit vanagons with side skirts (like carats or > '90-'91 GL pass vans) but the...
• Re: Fuzzy Gasket
  Historical mailing list - Linda Bartnik
  Mon, 23 Jun 1997 23:14:31 -0400
  ...That's what those flaps do. You open them and you supposedly get better ventilation as the air coming in doesn't have to...
• Re: New water tank outlet
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 7 Aug 2018 19:09:24 -0400
  ...It didn't work because of the rubber flap in the new design. With the straight, rubber covered nozzle, which fit nicely into the...
• Re: Help Installing German mudflaps from Bus Depot?
  Historical mailing list - Will Taygan
  Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:04:33 -0800
  ...Successful mud flap installation! Thanks, Will. On Mon, 2012-04-16 at 14:54 -0800, Will Taygan wrote: > I installed a second propane tank...
• Re: [WetWesties] Brake lights don't work
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Wed, 28 Jan 2004 16:47:53 -0800
  ...Good thing they are stocked at > > most FLAPS. Intersting thing is some FLAPS were charging $15.00 for the > > part, and others $5.00...
• Re: Wiper arm flapping all over the place
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 9 Dec 2017 11:01:57 -0800
  ...Wiper arm flapping all over the place you may want to remove the wiper arm and clean the grooves of the pivot real good...
• Installing heater fan motor on 86 syncro
  Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
  Tue, 7 Jul 2009 20:33:42 -0400
  ...What should be the thickness of the foam be and does it go on the hole flap? Assembling the two piece heater plastic. Should...
• Re: Spark Plug Wire Recs
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:03:14 -0800
  ...Like > to keep all > parts OEM, but there have been advances in tech since 1991 and I > may get > them quicker at FLAPS. Opinions...
• Re: 1987 Syncro-replace fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 19 Nov 2006 23:45:35 -0600
  ...My FLAPS says that you can't > replace the lines, but instead have to buy new injectors. > > I don't really want to buy...
• Re: Front end bushings
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 10 Jul 2007 19:38:20 -0700
  ...ball joints, having just done the uppers. >> >> Questions: >> >> ---Anyone rented a FLAPS ball joint and bushing kit before and can >> recommend one? >> ---any other...
• Re: Restoring Vanagon Emblems
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 20 Apr 2015 08:36:40 -0500
  ...wrote: > You can buy some very shiney chrome paint at some FLAPS. It might work on > emblems. It doesn't hold up very long...
• Re: Low Temp Radiator Thermo Switch "Better"?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 24 May 2012 21:01:14 -0400
  ...This test is by now means accurate, but the interesting part >for me was to note that the FLAPS thermostat *appeared* to have a...
• Muffler
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:36:04 -0800
  ...Buy it from a list vendor or local flaps . Get the gaskets and bolts and put the cheese back in the cabinet . Rarely is...
• Heater hoses '85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:07:16 -0500
  ...m sure it's actually a metric measurement but the local FLAPS never seem to understand metric :) -- Thanks, Jeff '85 GL (Gertie) '90 Carat...
• Do I forgive my VW?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Laycock
  Wed, 5 May 1999 15:55:15 +0100
  ...No flaps had them. The best part of 100 quid has just gone from my life and I can't look her in the...
• FYI online stock parts counter
  Historical mailing list - Dan Stevens
  Fri, 25 Aug 2000 01:49:10 -0400
  ...But I found this great parts site and they even have vanagon diesel starters listed better than any FLAPS and rebuild in my area...
• Re: Muffler
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Mon, 4 Dec 2000 21:40:57 EST
  In a message dated 12/4/00 6:15:48 PM, JohnHJhouser@AOL.COM writes: << My FLAPS wants over a hundred dollars for a...
• Re: fuel filter: before, after, indifferent?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 07:52:12 -0800
  ...the > fuel tank and the pump? Drew Phillips I have a FLAPS fuel filter before AND after the fuel pump, and FWIW, I'm...
• Re: Help with hookups on side of Westfalia.
  Historical mailing list - Sam Williams
  Thu, 1 Jan 2004 21:06:42 EST
  The rear flap is for the internal water tank. When I got my Westy there was no key. I took the complete assembly to...
• Re: NO Relay, what to do?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 8 Jul 2005 18:27:29 -0700
  ...standard 4 prong 30 amp or > larger > relay found in many FLAPS auxilliary lighting sections and behind the > counter but most of them wouldn...
• Re: CV star bolt tool
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Thu, 12 Jul 2007 08:18:51 -0300
  ...CV star bolt tool FLAPS have no idea of the tri square head....not in NAPA online catalogue.....anyone have a part # for this...
• Synthetic Tranny oil for manual trans.?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 9 Jun 2008 08:17:32 -0700
  ...about a year ago because I could get it at my FLAPS but now I want to put in some good oil like Redline...
• Re: size and pitch of grounding bolt in battery compartment and a FLAPS replacement for idle air elbow
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford
  Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:24:57 +0000
  ...size and pitch of grounding bolt in battery compartment and a > FLAPS replacement for idle air elbow > > On Mon, Apr 30, 2018 at 8...
• Re: Heater flap foam replacement detail
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:51:44 -0800
  I was going to replace the crumbled foam flaps in my heater box when I had it out earlier this year. Got all the...
• Re: easy front heater blower air speed question...
  Historical mailing list - John Baker
  Mon, 14 Jan 2002 09:52:38 -0500
  ...This Sunday I spent 10 hours dismantling the dash, adding insulation, reconditioning the air flaps in the air box and replacing my dead heater...
• So what did you use for the heater box foam rubber on the doors
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Sat, 6 May 2006 10:05:56 -0700
  ...I need 2.5 inches for the flaps.Also, the foam I am removing has a sort of "skin" on each side of the...
• Re: New Cheap South African Grills are Here! (Also Cheap Mud Flaps)
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 22:55:41 -0400
  ...This is how I figured out how to install the mud flaps and trailer hitch on my own '89 Westy, without any instructions. After...
• Re: Vgon syndrome on 1.9 WBX
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Wed, 14 May 2003 05:50:21 -0700
  ...of an accurate way to test the AFM while moving the >> flap, let me know, please. > > I've tested them on L-Jetronic systems...
• Re: Wiper blade recommendation?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 1 Nov 2012 08:25:01 -0700
  ...My FLAPS had the Rain-X brand so I bought a 19'' (driver side) and an 18'' (passenger side). Intial reaction: very quiet, very...
• Re: Head light issue 1986 Syncro Westy getting close to solving problem!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Tue, 15 May 2012 22:51:59 -0600
  ...You can easily buy the 9004 sockets at any FLAPS in your hood. Also, replace your grounds to those lights. Run a connection directly...
• Re: westy rear view mirror - one solution
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 12 Aug 2010 22:49:53 EDT
  ...rear view mirror adhesive is sold at any FLAPS.
• Re: MOD Re: wtf? lol
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:13:36 -0500
  ...wrote: > >> really!? we are banning acronyms? >> > > Dear Jamie, > > That one, yes. FLAPS and SNAFU and BUFF can be explained to the > kiddies in an...
• Re: Buying a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 20 Apr 1998 16:26:43 -0400
  ...pump > yourself; you can get one with a WARRANTY from a FLAPS (Friendly Local > Auto Parts Store) for roughly $60- still steep for a...
• Re: Drain/fill coolant loop w/o burping
  Historical mailing list - Philip R. Hanlon
  Sat, 13 Jun 1998 23:13:57 -0500
  Dear Marcus, Yep, I used four gallons of 50/50 mix and opened both front and rear heater flaps. The engine was new ~30K...
• Re: What Specific Model Optima Auxiliary Battery Should I Buy? Any Comments on the Hella Kit?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Fri, 29 Sep 2000 12:02:32 -0700
  ...about 4 1/2 feet.... (from a Battery/Starter wire cable sold at the FLAPS BTW) Bill
• Re: Windshield Chip Repair
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 27 Sep 2006 12:17:42 EDT
  ...it > yourself form? > > ive seen those DIY windshield chipfix kits in FLAPS.. never tried one tho. those mobile glass repair guys are pretty reasonable...
• Re: Oil Filter Options??
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 11 Jun 2009 05:46:55 EDT
  ...rubber flap to block these holes, this is the anti drain back valve, ordinary filters have the holes but no rubber flap underneath. >>>>>Go...
• Re: vacuum lines
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Thu, 28 Jun 2001 16:06:16 EDT
  ...Unlike the fuel lines where you need high pressure and the correct size, the FLAPS vacuum line is fine. If the line comes off...
• Re: need new engine for air-cooled van (overheated one)
  Historical mailing list - Kragen Sitaker
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 13:12:19 -0400
  ...Thanks! This was pretty much always the case. > The control flap over the oil cooler is deceiving. As the t-stat lets the > flaps...
• Re: A/C? Pfui! Need a good fan
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:09:10 -0400
  At 05:36 PM 7/12/2010 Monday, Tom Buese wrote: >Since my 84 flaps still work really well, I will treat them w...
• Re: Help me! I've just purchased a pit to throw money into!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 6 Dec 94 21:25:07 EST
  Actually replacing the flaps on the 81 does not require pulling the engine. it does require removing the FI and electronic ignition and the...
• Rubber gluing?
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Fri, 23 May 1997 12:11:57 -0700
  ...Now there are two little flaps of rubber that should be glued to the new gasket. Any idea what sort of adhesive I should...
• Re: Privacy glass for VW's?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Jul 1998 02:59:33 EDT
  ...you can get it at any FLAPS (bad idea) or have it professionally installed (good idea) chris
• Re: What about New Bosche Plus 4 Plugs?
  Historical mailing list - David-M
  Wed, 6 Jan 1999 04:19:07 -0500
  James Shinosky wrote: > > I saw it at my FLAP for 4.99 each... I dont mind trying it out if the price is > right...
• Re: 1984 Vanagon 1.9L watercooled
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Mon, 8 Nov 1999 02:25:05 +0100
  ...Golfs and Jettas (-> 92) so pick one up at your FLAPS or FLVWPS PerL 87 Syncro 112i
• Re: Hanging flaps in heater box
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 4 Oct 2000 18:29:35 -0400
  At 18:31 10/4/2000, Howard Fleming wrote: >Actually the clips that hold the heater box together are $1.60 apiece >from the...
• Re: Pokey's Problems....
  Historical mailing list - Michael Nichols
  Thu, 13 Sep 2001 19:12:51 -0400
  ...their bargain page for US$99.99--- Compare this to a FLAPS rebuild for $US70.00.... Do however check all your electrical connections for...
• Vanagon Stuff FS
  Historical mailing list - Bob Allen
  Fri, 22 Nov 2002 09:54:37 -0500
  ...w/center caps ----$750 sliding door screen kit brown ----$35 set of 4 BDepot mud flaps in bag ----$75 plus shipping thanks Bob Allen
• Re: [T2] help with starter relay? (odd, see pics)
  Historical mailing list - chris
  Fri, 14 Jul 2006 08:52:57 -0700
  thanks, I went this morning to my local FLAPS and picked up a basic 30A lighting relay, but also ordered a Hella 40A for...
• Re: Horn question (did some searching)
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Tue, 25 Jul 2006 17:27:41 -0400
  ...A screw came loose and tore a piece out of it causing a metal flap to short to ground. Ironically, after removing the offending...
• Got AC Belt, now to put it on
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:23:27 -0400
  OK, my local FLAPS had the AC belt. I'm staring into the engine compartment and it looks like I have to pull off...
• Re: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:03:05 -0700
  ...The option of the FLAPS gimmick of "lifetime warranty" units is to be avoided unless you will enjoy taking the part on and off...
• Re: Happy Holidays to all, and to all a question about hoses
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 25 Dec 2009 10:29:34 -0500
  ...A number of VW's used this size connection but it will be a challenge at a FLAPS. You may have to be creative...
• Re: Used alternator for '84 wanted
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 10 Sep 1997 01:39:37 UT
  You should be able to get one of these at your local flaps for $100 or so. If the brushes are shot, the bearings...
• Re: 719/5 vs 719/12
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:43:20 EDT
  ...Beneath those holes is a rubber flap. No flap, no anti-drain back valve. The spring loaded valve you see inside the filter is...
• Re: Heater flap foam replacement detail
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 10 Dec 2012 19:01:57 -0800
  ...With your flaps closed ....that could work too as you are not removing heat from the heater core very much .. even still, I think...
• Re: need a starter, have some questions
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 26 Apr 2001 12:42:06 -0400
  ...the parts from a FLAPS you're probably paying him the same amount that you'd pay the FLAPS if you bought directly from...
• Fuel filler refresh - what paint to use?
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Sun, 5 Nov 2023 19:48:14 +0000
  ...This filler, has the filler metal (with the flap, etc) bonded somehow to the plastic pipe. Inside, under the cap, appears to be inbperfect...
• Re: insulating hot side of Dometic refer
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 2 Oct 2011 15:15:58 -0400
  finally made it to the flaps and saw this at Advance Auto: http://www.designengineering.com/category/catalog/design-engineering-inc/component-specific-products...
• Eurovan O-ring, EVC , NVC
  Historical mailing list - Mary K Creasy
  Sat, 28 May 2011 11:22:38 -0400
  ...Anyone know the size and if a FLAPS or plumbing one can replace it ? Thank You Veterans for your service and sacrifice. Dave Creasy...