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• Re: Number Detective Work (was RE: Splitty Chassis/dating)
  Historical mailing list - David Easterwood
  Tue, 16 Apr 1996 16:29:37 -0400
  ...The most obvious is the engine decklid and rear apron. The '65 has the "church-key" type while the '66 (and '67 has the...
• Re: Drivetrain Movement Question. Video.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 15 Apr 2013 20:45:21 -0700
  ...belt change easier. > > True the muffler ends up close to the apron but so far, this has not > been an issue. > > Neil. > > > > On Mon...
• My Rockguard project (long)
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Thu, 4 May 2000 01:57:36 -0500
  ...This is a report on my rockguarding the Igloo. (rocker panels, wheel arches, rear apron?, front around signals, between vertical seams below the headlights...
• Cool VW story
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 1 Jul 1996 07:44:15 -0700 (PDT)
  ...So he climbs down there and does all the dirty work (the belt was wrapped around the crank pulley, so the apron and rear...
• Re: Insulated pop top sleeve / cold weather boot/ heating/ insulation
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Mon, 25 Oct 2004 21:56:45 +0200
  ...It fastens like a cooking apron without a neck strap: you pull it tight at the rear and the two flaps overlap and hold...
• Re: Metric this, metric that
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Thu, 2 Feb 2006 16:24:49 +1100
  ...I know Larry isn't a carpenter by the brand new apron in his van when volunteering in Louisiana! Hands up how many carpenters...
• Re: 1987 "GetAway" Syncro Camper? (FS Vancouver BC) - VIN stuff
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Sun, 9 Jun 2013 20:09:07 -0400
  ...I would look in the right front door jam or on the rear apron > below the bumper . > > > Stacy > > > On Sun, Jun 9, 2013 at...
• Re: Pop top issue
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 29 May 2011 21:48:31 -0700
  ...this is a process involving a leather blacksmith apron, asbestos > gloves, goggles with smoked lenses, and a small boy pulling on a bellows -- > right...
• Re: VLVC: Super Beetle TCO....
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:43:33 -0400
  ...Not all Supers had the vent louvers on the front apron, just the US > models (whether AC was installed or not).... > > ----- Original Message ----- > From...
• Overheating Trauma
  Historical mailing list - Mike White
  Wed, 19 Jun 1996 14:07:23 MST
  ...Holes in engine tin are covered, and has good seal between apron and tin So what's my poor engine's problem? Have I...
• Re: Metric this, metric that
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 1 Feb 2006 20:15:39 -0800
  ...I know Larry isn't a carpenter by the brand new apron in his van when volunteering in Louisiana! Hands up how many carpenters...
• bug o' rama report
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 27 May 1996 06:49:55 -0700
  ...NOS barndoor rear apron, missing the tab for the latch, and dented a little bit ($500!) Briefly checked out the car show; only 1...
• cutting up a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Fri, 28 Nov 2003 15:27:44 -0500
  ...where to cut, rocker panels ? front and rear wheel arch? rear apron ? rear corners? front end full clip? roof panel? ** also lots of trinket...
• Re: 70's camper engine questions from a potential newbie
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 26 Mar 96 21:09 CST
  ...can the rear welded apron be modified to a bolt on like the '71 and >prior to expedite maintenance when the engine needs to...
• FS: 1990 vanagon gl
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Sager
  Thu, 3 Aug 2000 14:06:48 -0400
  ...the paint is starting to show it's age, but aside from getting the rear bumper and apron painted (they are still in primer...
• '72 and later 1600cc buses
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Tue, 16 May 95 9:38:36 PDT
  ...between the 1600 engine and the late style engine bay and apron. The bell housing is different, but may not matter <the type IV...
• Re: E-Code Lights
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 19:17:30 -0800
  ...I am buying a front apron for 30 pounds,(less >than the cost of one in the junkyard that I'd have to chop...
• Re: STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler News
  Historical mailing list - CHRIS STANN
  Tue, 8 Aug 2000 07:40:47 -0500
  ...The muffler is tucked in nicely under the rear apron and gives plenty clearance for those off-road escapades. If you'd like a...
• Re: higher octane higher burn temperature
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Sat, 29 Dec 2001 08:24:21 -0800
  ...Different > brands = different majik chemicals. (BTW, he says respirator and > neoprene glove and apron are a must if one doesn't want to die...
• Re: bumper questions/specifics
  Historical mailing list - Eric Small
  Thu, 16 Oct 1997 10:27:22 -0600
  ...I repainted the rear apron and bumper mounts and had my bumper straitened and re-chromed by The Bumper Mart (972)263-3676 in...
• DIY parts washer to "tank" engine parts
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:06:02 -0500
  ...Wear gloves and an apron. I wouldn't do this to, say, a diesel block without tying off the washtub securely so that it...
• Re: Engine pull on scale of 1 to 10
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 18:15:03 -0700
  ...pull as my 71 bus's (remove the bumper and rear apron, a few hoses and wires, four bolts to the transaxle, tug the...
• Re: Trailer Hitches For Vanagon Class III Found
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 3 Apr 1995 16:43:40 -0400
  ...that I have, use two bolts per side, near the >rear apron. Has your mechanic added more mounting points? What >size/thickness are the...
• Galvanic rust protection, rust repair
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Apr 1995 12:57:15 -0700
  ...bolted the hoist chain to the outer two holes where the apron between the engine and bumper mounts, and just lifted it high enough...
• Little Martha running, but not driving yet (long)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 18:02:48 -0800
  ...Problems solved: * Paint rear apron. Let Rustolem cans soak in hot tap water first. Works great. * Heater flap lever broken off. Fabricated replacement, Midas...
• Cat-Gard(tm)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 1 Aug 2008 21:08:24 -0500
  ...An apron of blue tarp cut to cover from the grille top to a few inches above the wipers and from A pillar to...
• Re: [vanagon] more goofy mid year changes
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 17 Oct 2006 14:08:37 -0700
  ...2.1upgrade I noticed on the rear valance (that's rear apron to you VW old-timers), on the inside facing the engine area...
• 70's camper tent FS ... SF area
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 01 May 96 19:31:59 CDT
  ...To be perfectly honest, there is a minor (1/4 inch) tear in the apron where the tent connects to the camper. It got...
• Re: Fridge Burner box
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 25 Aug 2012 19:56:45 -0500
  ...He brought the ice into the house on his back, wearing a rubber apron on his back. He had ice tongs that folded to...
• FS: '89 Westfalia Camper
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 12 Jan 1997 21:49:48
  ...also a minor dent (w/surface rust) on the little metal apron under the rear bumper. A couple of small scratches here and there...
• Re: re Aerodynamics for MPG - 1971 Bay air dam
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:24:21 -0700
  ...BUT the penalty of scraping the dam on the slightest driveway apron was horrendous - it was simply unworkable. Even with rubber, you'd be...
• Successful Super Sale
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Apr 1995 11:15:18 -0700
  ...Sliding door w louvered windows, passenger door, rear apron, etc. Most people are early bus and bug at these things I think. It was...
• Vanagon pictures fron today's Bug-O-Rama in Sacramento
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Mon, 3 Sep 2001 02:08:31 EDT
  ...H-type rear apron for $6. VW/Audi blue coolant at $5 a gallon. I bought 4 gallos only becasue that was all I...
• [Syncro] 2WD Diesel mounts in a Syncro... will it work?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sun, 17 Feb 2002 12:20:46 -0700
  ...mounts the rear of the engine carrier just above the rear apron. Once the engine is out it is obvious to see how to...
• Re: Cat-Gard(tm)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 1 Aug 2008 20:18:31 -0700
  ...An apron of blue tarp cut to cover from the > grille top to a few inches above the wipers and from A pillar to...
• Re: Cat-Gard(tm)
  Historical mailing list - Oliver Mueller-Heubach
  Fri, 1 Aug 2008 23:17:39 -0400
  ...An apron of blue tarp cut to cover > from the > grille top to a few inches above the wipers and from A pillar to...
• Re: It's Friday- West coast radiation readings
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Mar 2011 23:09:24 -0500
  ...All kinds of > uniformed types poured out on to the apron where cars were waiting to get > onto the ferry. Eventually someone was heard...
• tons of VW stuff for sale!!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 26 Nov 1998 13:17:10 EST
  ...late bus gas tank -split bus under dash tray ('67 down bus) -1500cc bug engine cheap!! -bug rear apron, '67 down -bus seats, '79...
• Re: Unkown Engine??
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 3 May 2000 09:53:17 -0400
  ...The only modification that I can see is to the tin between the fan and the rear apron/bumper, but there may be other...
• '64 Deluxe Out of Hibernation (long)
  Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
  Sat, 22 Jun 1996 21:08:36 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I also noticed an additional bit of body damage (the rear apron had been "bent" to allow the use of a Beetle muffler at...
• My experience with the SA Trailer Hitch
  Historical mailing list - Fitz-Randolph, Douglas
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 19:25:02 -0400
  ...For those concerned, it won't really affect your "exit angle" and might even save you from smushing your muffler or rear apron if...
• Re: friday - at the airport - some closeups of the catalina
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 25 Feb 2011 11:10:45 -0600
  ...When the wheels touched the pilot would gun the engines and pull that big hulk up the ramp to a very small parking apron...
• Crippled 87 GL FS
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 1 Jul 2001 13:20:36 -0500
  ...NO RUST!!, only minor bondo on rear muffler apron and right rear fender lip. Body needs washing and waxing. I'll gladly do it...
• '56 kombi progress
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Sat, 1 Apr 1995 22:15:37 -0800 (PST)
  ...carrier, and the bottom of the engine lid and the rear apron. The effort that went into forming the piece was marginal at best...
• Re: Electronic Rustproofing?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:48:35 +1200
  ...after an accident (happened to my diesel Skyline, even the rear apron seams under the back bumper. No rust anywhere before the accident). Zinc...
• New '59 Singlecab Status
  Historical mailing list - Mike White
  Thu, 27 Jun 1996 09:34:27 MST
  ...I am missing the rear tail gate, a proper engine apron (it has a 60's one with it), one windshield, the latch for...
• New Bus!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 23 Jun 1995 07:49:12 -0700 (PDT)
  ...crusty) and there is the hand crank laying on the rear apron. He told me it was left there from when someone tried to...
• TONS OF VW STUFF/CARS/PARTS FOR SALE! (REVISED)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 7 Dec 1998 10:49:23 EST
  ...late bus gas tank -split bus under dash tray ('67 down bus) -1500cc bug engine cheap!! -bug rear apron, '67 down -bus seats, '79...
• '56 Kombi Expense Report
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 12 Oct 1995 21:50:08 -0700 (PDT)
  ...15/94 Winsheild seals & popout $38.00 10/15/94 Rear apron $40.00 10/15/94 Engine lid $25.00 10/01/94...
• Re: Electronic Rustproofing?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 16 Aug 2009 09:02:15 -0500
  ...after an accident (happened to my diesel Skyline, even the rear apron seams under the back bumper. No rust anywhere before the accident). Zinc...
• Ellis- coming out party! Attn: Coyote
  Historical mailing list - Jim Ellis
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 21:19:46 -0800
  ...but NO! I had to PUSS out and rely on the apron strings of Momma Volkswagen and SUCK up the remaining extended warranty. Gathering...
• 87 Westy Engine/Trans removal Day 1 - or Boy, do I miss my 67 Westy!!!
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:08:27 +0000
  ...Remove rear bumper and engine compartment apron 2. Disconnect battery neg cable, throttle cable, heater cables and connecting tubes 3. remove leads from generator...
• Re: Pop top issue
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 3 Jun 2011 15:35:44 -0700
  ...this is a process involving a leather blacksmith apron, asbestos > >>> gloves, goggles with smoked lenses, and a small boy pulling on a bellows > >>> -- > >>> right? > >>> > >> > >> > > > > > > > > > > >
• A kid in Honda crunched my 87 syncro yesterday/ body damage pics
  Historical mailing list - Doug F
  Thu, 26 Jan 2006 00:33:16 -0800
  ...It destroyed bumper and ripped the rear apron and rear fender shirting pretty badly. He completely tore his plastic bumper and support metal off...
• Re: Why my rear axle nuts got loose-a bit long
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:27:51 EDT
  ...Unfortunately it wasn't damage free towing (rear apron damage). I said nothing as he was a saint in being right there before my...
• vw parts and cars/vans/buses for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 May 1999 15:33:06 EDT
  ...late bus gas tank -split bus under dash tray ('67 down bus) -1500cc bug engine cheap!! -bug rear apron, '67 down -bus seats, '79...
• Re: Pop top issue
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 3 Jun 2011 18:35:04 -0700
  ...this is a process involving a leather blacksmith apron, asbestos > >>> gloves, goggles with smoked lenses, and a small boy pulling on a bellows > >>> -- > >>> right...
• Re: Ellis- coming out party! Attn: Coyote
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Sat, 9 Feb 2002 09:15:40 -0500
  ...but NO! I had to PUSS out and rely on the apron strings of Momma Volkswagen and SUCK up the remaining extended warranty. Gathering...
• Re: Pop top issue
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 4 Jun 2011 08:30:18 -0700
  ...this is a process involving a leather blacksmith apron, asbestos > > >>> gloves, goggles with smoked lenses, and a small boy pulling on a bellows > > >>> -- > > >>> right...
• Re: SUBSCRIBE
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Feb 95 08:42 CST
  ...the crank for the crank start (have the pulley nut and apron). The body and frame are pretty rusty because this is Minnesota, but...