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• Mexico Travels con perro.
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Fri, 8 Nov 2002 10:07:26 -0800
  ...He may have tips on such travels. Getting said dog back into the country is also a bit of an issue. Buy 300lbs of...
• Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ross
  Tue, 6 May 2003 13:10:52 -0500
  Does anybody have any tips on removing the big nut on the rear axle of a Vanagon? I'm trying to replace the rear...
• Re: FS, some stuff :)
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Fri, 21 Nov 2003 00:54:21 +0000
  ...mentioned some cams....are these those? _________________________________________________________________ From the hottest toys to tips on keeping fit this winter, you�ll find a range of helpful...
• low mileage auto tranny for sale...was Re: Best Place to Buy a Transmission on
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 20 Nov 2003 08:50:59 EST
  In a message dated 11/19/03 7:02:28 PM Eastern Standard Time, jjmojo@SUSCOM.NET writes: > Anyone have any tips on good...
• Re: [CONCH-L] More nitpicking
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 22:49:40 +1200
  ...Varices bear discrete straight or recurved, long or short spines (largest at shoulder), open on the ventral surfaces, sometimes branched, with divided tips, not...
• Re: Update on leaking heads
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 9 Jan 2004 15:13:44 -0700
  ...com/group/tiico _________________________________________________________________ Make your home warm and cozy this winter with tips from MSN House & Home. http://special.msn.com/home/warmhome.armx
• Msg for Brian Tipsword was RE: vanagon Digest - 3 Jan 2006 (#2006-10)
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Wed, 4 Jan 2006 08:22:40 -0500
  Sorry to reply to the list but your email address did not show up in my digest. >> The one accessory that VW coulda made...
• Re: Engine Stands. Which works best for WBX?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 30 Dec 2007 14:13:20 -0800
  ...better suited for the >WBX engine? Thanks for any real world tips. I made a generic engine stand work but I did not have...
• Re: Electric Water Pump (was: Re: Electric Vanagon? Now really useful tips..)
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Mon, 18 Feb 2008 10:02:33 -0500
  Scott, I agree with your assumptions as they apply to FWD cars that require paltry amounts of coolant and only have to push it...
• Re: Calendar of Events
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:00:38 +0000
  "Well Mr Sullivan, looks like you'd better get busy making that calendar!" :-) Took the words right out of my finger-tips, Jake. ;) Dear...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 16:12:45 -0800
  ...Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way! Great tips, thanks all! Unfortunately, there have been so many run problems with this van...
• Re: Help with pop top struts
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 5 May 2022 12:03:30 -0700
  ...like the plastic part of the rear hatch > strut. > > So, Any tips on how to disconnect them or make them weaker? My guess is...
• westy interior install, was Re: westy kitchen mod question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:32:28 -0700
  ...If later need to pop in a riv nut? any more tips Craig? alistair On 10-Jun-10, at 3:19 PM, craig cowan...
• Re: Pistons & heads installation videos
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 23:08:05 -0700
  ...So for those who > are ready, here is some inside tips of the real deal on wasser-boxer engine. > So get your tools, removed...
• Re: 10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled Vanagon camper
  Historical mailing list - James
  Thu, 8 Oct 2015 14:49:32 -0400
  ...10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled > > Vanagon camper > > > > 10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog...
• Re: small coolant hose replacement tips needed
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Sun, 12 Jan 2014 08:55:52 -0800
  ...small coolant hose replacement tips needed I'm going to side with mike here. I read it the same way and having had dealings...
• Re: Brake Light Troubleshooting Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Mon, 9 Jun 2014 11:09:08 -0700
  Van Cafe in Santa Cruz was nice enough to jump right on this for me this morning. Classic: The brake lights worked fine for...
• Re: tips on installing the poptop seal
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:50:45 -0400
  At 09:12 PM 8/28/2012, Jeff Palmer wrote: >I guess my question is which one runs the length of the top, and...
• trouble installing new starter bushing
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Fri, 11 May 2012 12:33:00 -0400
  ...Any tips or tricks? John Meeks '91 Vanagon MV Northern Michigan Vanagon Rescue Squad www.vanagonauts.com
• Off-road style jack recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 12:58:16 -0500
  ...Thought the Syncro folks might have a few tips. Thanks in advance. Michael in San Antonio 91GL Weekender AT 2.1L 'Gringo' 73 Beetle
• Re: Installing Propane Tank on a non Westy!
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 7 Oct 2009 11:26:44 -0700
  ...Was > wondering if there are any tips/tricks/recommendations on installing my > tank? Any advice is appreciated. If buying new, check out busdepot and...
• Re: What to check first unstable idle
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:25:16 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Doug Noganav wrote: > Anybody have any tips on where to start looking for reason for unstable idle? > > 88...
• Re: Ballpark mileage figures please
  Historical mailing list - Jim Snyder
  Sat, 27 Mar 1999 19:15:29 -0800
  ...get me thinking. > > I was wondering what kind of mileage to expect for the > > following cars: > > Vanagon > > Vanagon Syncro > > Thanks for any tips, > ...Markus
• Cooling hoses chart for the 2.1L (4 speed tranny)
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Wed, 3 Apr 2002 15:17:52 -0500
  ...I also added some tips to it. http://pages.infinit.net/engine/cooling_system_hoses.htm The worse thing is that I did not...
• Re: filling the seat track gap-1990 vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Nov 2002 11:30:15 EST
  In a message dated 11/4/02 11:19:34 AM Eastern Standard Time, califamaestra@HOTMAIL.COM writes: > Any tips on the best way...
• Re: Pneumatic Jack
  Historical mailing list - Ian X
  Mon, 3 Mar 2003 04:28:12 -0800
  ...somebody know, where I can buy this equipment? > regards > Michl __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Removing a head stud
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 7 May 2003 08:24:48 -0700
  ...Anybody have any other "non-destructive" tips on getting these things out? TIA. --------------------------------------------------------------- Tom Young '81 Vanagon Lafayette, CA 94549 '82 Westfalia ---------------------------------------------------------------
• Re: relay starter solenoid fix=brake warning light!?!
  Historical mailing list - Adam Behle
  Wed, 28 May 2003 00:18:01 -0400
  ...was performed as expained by the article mentioned (and other misc. tips in the archives) and 10 gauge cables were used for both hot...
• Re: Shipping a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Russell Patten
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 09:06:14 -0500
  ...How would I ship it to middle Ga.? > >TIA, > >John Houser, Jr. > >84 Westy _________________________________________________________________ MSN Life Events gives you the tips and tools to...
• SOS - Vanagon ignition switch R & R
  Historical mailing list - AAG - Larry Word
  Fri, 31 Mar 2006 20:53:20 -0500
  ...I'm probably just being too careful.....any tips. I just don't want to break something ELSE.......... Larry Georgia
• Re: Westfalia LP tank question
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Wed, 28 Dec 2005 13:16:03 -0800
  ...Malcolm --- Brian Tipsword <nobleman1962@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > I am wondering if anyone out here in Vanagon land knows what size of bolts are required...
• Re: Go Westy Fridge update kit
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 11 Sep 2007 19:23:41 -0700
  ...Just can't get it to start on propane, despite the numerous tips. Stephen --- Troy <colorworks@GCI.NET> wrote: > http://www.gowesty.com/ec...
• Re: Tips for cleaning up wiring under dash
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sat, 23 Oct 2021 17:34:10 -0700
  ...I have some ideas in mind, but thought I would > ask the gang if they have any tips. Also....it would be super helpful...
• Re: Tips on sealing heater box flaps, and while the dash is out . . .
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 8 Apr 2011 06:36:58 -0700
  ...07, 2011 2:52 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Tips on sealing heater box flaps, and while the dash is out . . . Gotta...
• Re: Rear window removal tips?
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:34:59 -0400
  ...Rear window removal tips? > > Hi John, > > Thanks, Knowing how it generally works for others, helps. I’d like to get it out to speed...
• Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Miller
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:22:56 -0700
  ...maint tips? mmm.... was thinking to save time by installing core with hoses et al while dash off so I could hook up to...
• Re: Sucky Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 2 May 2013 12:23:32 -0500
  ...PM, Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM> > wrote: > > > Can I get any tips to improve the mileage I am getting? 91GL Auto with > > 192K getting...
• What jack?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
  Sat, 19 May 2012 17:25:19 -0600
  ...a Westy? If it's a hydraulic, is 4 ton not enough? Does Walmart or NAPA have something appropriate? Thanks for any tips. Paul
• Re: Rear Wheel Bearing Options
  Historical mailing list - pat
  Tue, 3 Apr 2012 23:12:38 -0400
  ...How can you do it with the bearing housing still on the van? Some sort of puller? Thanks for any further tips on this...
• Re: Separating the Engine Case. Any tips?
  Historical mailing list - zzyzx
  Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:52:29 -0800
  I know the air cooleds have one bolt behind the flywheel. HTH Steve craig cowan wrote: > I can't seem to split the engine...
• Re: Parts Needed Dome Lights
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:27:56 -0500
  ...dome light for 91 DS and the one in the glove box, please. > Any tips? > Michael in San Antonio > 91GL AT 'Gringo' > 73 Beetle > >
• Re: Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 09:19:58 -0700
  At 4/10/2009 10:34 PM,Rob wrote: >I was thinking about the National Forest campgrounds and looked for a >web site and...
• Re: tips for gas tank replacement in '78?
  Historical mailing list - Janet Martinson
  Sun, 5 Jun 94 20:45:49 CDT
  Much thanks to Bill Hollings for the tip on replacing the fuel level sender without removing the tank, now that *I've already done...
• Re: Lobro Front Outer CV Joint Kits Puny Nuts
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 14 Oct 1998 10:00:03 -0400
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Front Hub bearing removal
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Robinson
  Sat, 3 Apr 1999 17:10:29 -0800
  ...them before was wondering if anybody might have any "How to" tips for me that might help make it easier. I'm sure that...
• 85 1,6TD - Engine advice needed
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 13 May 1999 18:45:12 +0200
  ...Any tips on what I should look for in the negine? The van is being sold privately, so there are no shop available to...
• Re: Update: vibration source found, Syncro 1.9 TD (also found a few more ponies!)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 7 Apr 1999 22:09:17 -0400
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Need heavy rust repair tips(seams again)
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Mon, 19 Feb 2001 05:58:10 -0800
  Does anyone know any more sites that deal with heavy rust repair on VWs?, I have a monster of a project: I have a...
• Reefer madness
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 17:41:38 -0600
  Hi all, Thanks for all the tips on the fridge. I have followed most of the mods on vanagon.com, and my propane is...
• Re: Painting Fibreglass Poptop
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 21:15:30 -0600
  ...regarding this earlier this year, but I cannot >find it in the archives. >Any tips would be greatly appreciated. > >Steve >'84 Westy (Moaning Myrtle)
• Re: broccoli vans
  Historical mailing list - Ian X
  Thu, 6 Mar 2003 09:45:49 -0800
  ...it being called the > Lizzardmobile or the Kermit Summer > > Resort. __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Re: vanagon with ticco engine/vibrations
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 03:47:11 -0800
  ...Phil 84' Westy Tiico W/ 10k miles __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Re: SA center alloy caps
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Thu, 16 Oct 2003 17:40:26 EDT
  ...when they are mounted, like the hub expands the center caps from the inside to hold them to the wheel? Any tips appreciated Jeff
• Re: Shocking Thread
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Mon, 10 May 2004 20:17:29 +0000
  ...special. > >JT > >Curiosity Kills more Mice then Cats _________________________________________________________________ Getting married? Find tips, tools and the latest trends at MSN Life Events. http://lifeevents.msn...
• Anyone headed to Florida Keys in Jan?
  Historical mailing list - Tracey Estevez
  Tue, 28 Dec 2004 20:42:50 -0500
  ...and 3rd weeks of January that might want to swap travel tips? -Tracey 85 Westy Vanagon 68 Campmobile (For Sale/trade) 78 Transporter 68...
• Replacing Windshield Wiper Motor
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Sun, 10 Oct 2004 11:53:41 -0400
  ...Anybody have any tips on how to replace the wiper motor? -- Frank Miller, PE Systems Consultant
• winter cross country trip?
  Historical mailing list - aircooled chris
  Thu, 11 Nov 2004 10:49:56 -0800
  ...Should I cover the air vents? Its still points, no electronic ignition, any specific problems with that? Thanks for any tips, suggestions or other...
• Death Valley Camping/Sightseeing in a 2wd westy?
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Mon, 6 Feb 2006 15:25:02 -0700
  ...Anybody got any Vanagon related tips for the trip in the middle of February? Can I go most places w/o 4wd? I know...
• Re: Trips not tips
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Sat, 3 Feb 2007 09:28:04 -0800
  Larry at www.roadhaus.com has a list of campsites to which you are welcome to contribute some of your favorites. He also has...
• Gas tank out. How to remove debris from tank? (searched)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 21 Feb 2008 10:40:22 -0800
  ...Any tips on cleaning this debris out? I'll blow on the fuel outlet and return steel lines and maybe a shopvac and/or...