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• Re: Position Cat In Line With Vanagon Body? Heat Questions. Pics.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 14 Jan 2012 11:14:52 -0800
  ...On previous exhaust, I made a support from d-side exhaust bracket to mid cat. image of bracket. Used "U" clamp: https://lh4.googleusercontent...
• Re: FTC, VWOA, Head gasket problem
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 8 Jun 1995 13:59:48 -0700
  >I am trying to see how many of us have/had the problem to support the >point that it is indeed a VW's...
• Re: Swap 1600 to a '73?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 14 Jul 1996 19:16:09 +0100
  ...The rear engine support is made of approx. 1x1" square, thick wall tubing and uses the very same holes in the rear frame members...
• Re: Part out or Sell now No Lowly Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:34:33 -0700
  ...Small hole, no cutting of roof support arches. The side lips of my cut opening need some support. I use angle stock steel or...
• Re: Wheel alternatives...
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:18:24 -0400
  Didn't see anything on the page supporting using non-stock wheels as a "good idea" (meaning, I assume, that there is something functional...
• Vanagon Shower
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Sun, 3 Jun 2001 13:30:02 -0700
  ...The rear hatch is held open with TWO hand crafted cherman black forest custom compression support mechanisms (broomsticks cut to fit) The Sunshower is...
• Friday - fuel cell battery charging
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 5 May 2017 22:19:59 -0700
  I was down at one of the docks today getting a tender support from from an expensive fancy boat ( Cabo something) and I stopped...
• Re: 10/09/2015 How to clean up and return that new, never-needed, starter for a full refund?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Fri, 9 Oct 2015 20:35:20 -0700
  ...refund? > >Hi, y'all! > >Thank you for your earlier help and support. > >NOW, I need to return the new starter that >was installed, used...
• Re: 2.0L I4 Opportunities
  Historical mailing list - Van O Rama
  Wed, 15 May 2013 11:04:24 -0700
  ...The > main support arm is square tubing. > > Mark > > > Ben wrote: >> >> >> The mount I mentioned appeared quite old. I don't think Greaseworks was around...
• Re: No Start Cause: Relay Failure. PICS, Thoughts.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 7 Feb 2013 13:28:32 -0500
  ...Whipping the outside with waxed thread or lacing cord would also give a rigid support without having to find a piece of huge shrink...
• Re: Mexican auto insurance
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Mon, 7 Dec 2009 12:36:27 -0800
  ...A club that has been doing tourist support in Mexico for quite a while. They can be found at www.vagabundos.com example at...
• Re: Puzzling water drip
  Historical mailing list - Melissa Mourkas
  Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:39:23 -0700
  ...to avoid it! RV tank fillers and all, I am a staunch supporter of using the inside track! Melissa Mourkas 84 Westy "Honey Bee"
• Winni-EV-MV-Westy--Add a room
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 Apr 1996 10:22:48 -0400
  ...It seems that this "Room" uses the support of the hatch to hold the room up. How long does it take to get it...
• Another Radio install question!
  Historical mailing list - THE BUSLADY
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 12:34:35 -0500
  ...what's this behind the factory radio, it's like something on the rear end holding or supporting the radio? I haven't taken...
• Fwd: A Final Question about Oil...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 01:09:31 EST
  ...They have 2 to 3 times the cranking power, self supporting (no tranny bushing) and are lighter than stock. This might be a good...
• Re: [Re: what the vw waterboxer offers?? wasRe: 85 Westfalia beeping]
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fortino
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 12:44:02 MDT
  ...Thanks you for your support, and omni present attentivness. Ok, I'm done---get to the back of the bus! ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ||-(())----(())-| Terry 74 Campmobile (Clementine...
• Re: Intro again
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 22:15:22 EST
  ...bmc, The recall is for supports to the rear and for the duct work. You ought to check your drainlines back there if they...
• Stupid Toque Converter Question!?
  Historical mailing list - raul lince
  Wed, 5 Mar 2003 16:45:51 +0000
  hey , this may be stupid but is the "one way" clutch support on the back of the differential (where the converter sits) does the...
• Re: Lifting the Poptop with a Thule box
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Fri, 5 Sep 2003 09:21:50 -0600
  ...How much weight can this setup support? Wondering if my rocket box can ride safely with 8 pairs of X-cpuntry skis and a...
• Bike rack - ball hitch mount recommendations.
  Historical mailing list - Spinoso, Tom
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 08:58:20 -0500
  ...It was told it would support 1500 lbs (for what that's worth). It does non have a hitch/receiver that I can remove...
• cargo boxes plus...
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Sun, 18 Jun 2006 11:44:00 -0700
  ...there is still plenty of room for putting up one of those black metal luggage cage supports whatever-you-call-em.... having difficulting figuring...
• Re: Vanagon ?Previa?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 4 Nov 2008 01:20:42 -0700
  > Show my another vehicle besides the Vanagon that's affordable, comes with a > huge family of afiencadoes and parts and upgrade support, is a...
• Re: R&R Transmission with winch?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Jan 2010 17:06:43 -0800
  ...I lay a 2 X 4 or two, or a 4 X 4 >> across the engine opening above the engine, support it with ropes...
• Re: Fuel Lines
  Historical mailing list - Rob Wright
  Fri, 27 Aug 1999 18:37:03 -0500
  ...I had some difficulty making the > injector support bracket hold the injectors firmly enough. Does anyone > know a workaround to improve this support? > > Larry...
• Fiamma Awnings Parts Support
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 16 Jun 2006 12:37:48 -0700
  Beware that if you break your Fiamma awning support for parts is difficult. First, let me say I am still pleased with my Fiamma...
• Re: dropping the engine, 81 air cooled
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 19:31:41 -0700
  ...Put these eye bolts thru the holes.) This strap lets you support the trans at the bell housing, independant of the jack that supports...
• Re: Wash your back side honey!
  Historical mailing list - raceingcajun
  Tue, 25 Feb 2014 21:22:37 -0600
  ...The privacy shelter is lightweight and self- supporting. The stake out rings provides extra stability for windy conditions. The Stansport Cabana Privacy Shelter can...
• help on 65
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 03 Jun 1996 22:37:03 -0400
  ...off the oil filler/generator support, but I can't even get the generator high enough for the support to clear its bolts! (And...
• Re: Help westfalia history & pics needed
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Fri, 12 Nov 1999 21:06:29 -0800
  ...old daughter, to the following > "special" people: (with a supporting class of people like them...how could > she not get an A)<g> > > John...
• The Front Bearing "saga" continues...
  Historical mailing list - Richard Bias
  Thu, 27 Dec 2001 07:05:31 -0500
  ...for the continued support in the "Front Bearing Saga". On my way home from work yesterday, I stopped by my local "Mom and Pop...
• Re: Front reservoir repair again
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 9 Jun 2021 18:07:32 -0700
  ...others, > > Recently, Alistair shared a Samba link for a product to support the front wiper fluid tank. I didn’t think I needed it...
• Re: Air lift best rear spring bags
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Mon, 7 Sep 2015 08:59:11 -0400
  ...wrote: > Hi Folks, > > Is anyone out there using the Air lift supports in the rear > springs of a Vanagon? > > If so do you have...
• Re: '84 GL clutch kit
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:03:19 -0500
  ...Also, we were able to do this by dropping just the trans (you of course have to support the engine) Good luck. -- Thanks, Jeff...
• Re: Legal advisor? Re: Andrew Grebneff Memorial Fund
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:32:41 -0400
  ...Thanks for your support though :) On Tue, Sep 14, 2010 at 4:18 PM, Greg Potts <greg@pottsfamily.ca> wrote: > I will risk the...
• Re: vwus 800 number for a/c kits
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 05 Aug 94 15:59:02 EDT
  ...Then, we could look next week and see how many letters have actually gone out, sort of like those red thermometers you see supporting...
• Re: WESTY TENT POLES
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 03 May 1996 16:41:26 -0400
  >Hello everyone! I'm looking for the main poles for a 70's westfalia = >tent, the ones that support the framework. These telescope and...
• moving to brooklyn or elsewhere in the city...
  Historical mailing list - Joe Lucca
  Thu, 10 Sep 1998 11:37:29 EDT
  ...would greatly be appreciated! thanks so much for all of the support, ideas, stories, enthusiasm and everything else. cheers! joe 1986 vanagon gl p...
• Re: AC parts for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Jun 1999 02:14:12 EDT
  ...still back 'er in there without whacking his hatch on the garage door opener support, thanks to my "expertise" with a die grinder.. ;<) chris
• 4 Cyl VR-6 Conversion
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 30 Nov 1999 18:55:39 -0600
  ...Additional engine supports, exhaust system, mufflers, relocation of alternator, power steering pumps, AC compressor, etc,etc. Any input on this would be appreciated. John...
• Re: Relocating syncro fuel filter
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 10:24:49 -0500
  Alan, the fuel filter is hidden behind the upper spring support (rear left wheel well). The black thing visible in the wheel well is...
• torque for front wheel caliper bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Fri, 9 Nov 2001 11:58:18 -0800
  ...bill '87 syncro westfalia (madly in love with my wife, who tentatively supports my vanagon habit)
• Re: Poor fuel consumption 81 aircooled- aux air reg bad?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Mon, 31 Dec 2001 23:56:53 -0600
  ...http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx
• Utah A/C was What kind of AC is this?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 6 Sep 2002 05:18:49 -0600
  ...http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx
• Headlight Upgrade Results
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 22:25:50 -0600
  ...http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx
• Re: Wasserbiker? :)
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Fri, 11 Oct 2002 15:40:55 -0400
  ...It was designed because Brazil banned imports of motorcycles to support the domestic industry, but they had no domestic motorcycle makers! Someone contracted with...
• Heated seats
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 20 Dec 2002 18:19:07 -0500
  ...that Larry Chase's newly upholstered seats also have a lumber support ( I think) at least for the drivers side. I presume that was...
• Re: gas prices.. and what they'll be this summer
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 18:38:52 -0500
  ...hello? Nuclear > power please! I don't feel like I can support nuclear power until we figure out what to do with the waste...
• Freebie - AC tunnel recall support kit - PN 200 298 001
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 6 Jul 2004 14:15:08 -0500
  Subject says it all. Fits all Vanagons with the long AC tunnel from the rear of vehicle to the front. There was an AC...
• Re: Unusual eBay item
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Wed, 10 Aug 2005 09:23:13 -0400
  ...I say we give her support and get her to come to > every Bus gathering we can to perform her fire dance. > > http://cgi...
• Re: Any Used Valagon 2.1L engines available
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Wed, 25 Jan 2006 08:33:59 -0500
  The rear engine support is differant the syncro mount make the engine sit lower Brien Dews just found this out the hard way Bob...
• Re: Vanagon List available again!
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 25 Feb 2006 10:25:56 -0500
  ...We were told that complaints were researched and found to out number letters or calls of appreciation and support by 19 to 1.It...
• Re: Vanagon rear hatchback supports
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Sun, 27 Aug 2006 11:08:20 -0700
  Larry, Try vanagain.com (under body-mechanical & trim) for new struts at $21 each. I've not found them cheaper anywhere else and they...
• Aux Battery Grounding
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Sun, 5 Mar 2006 17:24:10 -0800
  ...There is a threaded insert on the right side, a couple of inches in front of the post that supports the lid. I'd...
• Rewiring for Xenon lights
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Sat, 4 Nov 2006 13:58:10 -0600
  ...What guage should I use? I want to support the load, but don't want to go too low. Also, do I need to...
• Re: Ovaled Radius Arm Hole Repair
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:45:58 -0700
  ...Likely you realize this, but FWIW, the "back fill" was actually added to support the backside of the plate (and correct hole on frame...
• Re: so, I replaced the rear seat lap belts
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:03:46 -0500
  Thanks Mike, I have now emailed GoWesty support service. If anyone has any experience with these things that will help, I'd be happy...
• Re: sport racks on Westys
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Sedgmen
  Tue, 5 Dec 95 12:24:54 EST
  ...This provides extra support, letting me leave the gear tied on. This setup works well although you need a bit of strength with a...
• Muffler Strap/Engine Tin Wanted.
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 7 Apr 2008 17:13:48 -0400
  ...I'm also looking for a muffler support for a 1.9. Technically, I don't need the "support rods" as mine are good...
• Re: Friday free post, California beach fires to be taboo?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 31 May 2013 09:17:07 -0700
  ...Does not support visible combustion, sits there and smoulders. I'm calling it a Miller-Flame Log.. Pz Under his rock off the West...
• Re: another spade terminal question - syncro temp gauge sender
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 09:54:09 -0800
  ...splash guard and a little wire/crimp support. � � � � � � � � � � � mike ________________________________ From: Alistair Bell <albell@SHAW.CA> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Sent: Sunday, February 10...