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• Undercoating/rustproofing recommendations ?
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Davis
  Wed, 7 Mar 2001 12:27:56 -0500
  ...Does anyone have any advice on this subject? like things to look out for or do in preparation, etc.? Most importantly, can anyone suggest...
• lisence plate foam
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Fri, 3 Sep 2004 17:09:34 -0700
  Hello, I am trying to seal up all the air leaks in the engine compartment of my 1982 air cooled Westy in preparation for...
• Re: Preparations for Rough Road Driving
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 2 Nov 1999 00:01:24 -0800
  ...This journey is really going to require a bunch of thought and preparation. Let me say that again... PREPARATION! There are a couple of...
• Re: Preparations for Rough Roads
  Historical mailing list - Jeanne Maly
  Sun, 16 Apr 2000 22:18:24 -0700
  ...In my attempt to research how to do this, I came across > a Volkswagen publication describing preparations for rough roads which included > a spare...
• tranny leak at stub axle
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Sun, 29 Feb 2004 08:19:42 -0600
  ...Yesterday I went to drain the old tranny fluid out in preparation for my Redline MT90 only to find a leak. Whoa, that Redline...
• Re: Questions re. Audi 3A engine swap (after searching thearchives)
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Thu, 6 May 2004 00:10:21 -0400
  ...In fact I spent about an hour today pulling posts from Frank Grunthaner (more people to follow) in preparation for my eventual engine conversion...
• Re: NVC: rustproofing my barbecue
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:24:53 -0400
  I'd keep away from the spray on rust inhibitors -- not tested for use with fruit preparation surfaces -- who knows what lurks within, and...
• Re: Coolant Boiling over in the Refill Tank
  Historical mailing list - TBill
  Fri, 10 Oct 1997 13:02:07 -0700
  ...TBill ***There is no substitute for a genuine lack of preparation***
• westy H20 leak
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 Feb 1995 19:55:55 -0800
  Last weekend, I worked long and hard to get my sink/faucet/drain stuff operating properly in preparation for the Red Rock trip. It...
• Re: : Off roading in a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tom and Dana Cates
  Sat, 5 Aug 2000 23:13:52 -0400
  ...I did this in preparation for the Full Moon Campout scheduled for September. I understand that to get to the campsite, we will have...
• Re: spray paint from dealer - was power mirrors
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Tue, 24 Jul 2001 18:31:58 -0400
  ...The magazines all say these 0professional painters place too much emphasis on preparation. Just a way to get extra charges, I guess. HD
• Propane Problem
  Historical mailing list - Robin Davies
  Thu, 22 May 1997 08:25:58 +0100
  All Knowing Vanamaniacs, Went to have my propane tank filled on "Leslie" 87 Syncro Westy in preparation for the upcoming three day weekend, and...
• Re: Prepared foods
  Historical mailing list - James Brown
  Sun, 9 Aug 1998 14:56:06 +0000
  ...Remember proper hygiene in the food preparation and keep foodstuff out of the light and cool if possible. Longer shelf life requires a good...
• Its not Friday but...
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Jul 1995 20:29:10 -0700
  ...In some ways, a good preparation for VW ownership, perhaps. Anyway, there's a story about OM, an organization that encourages creative and spontanious...
• Painting Fiberglass Top
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hewitt
  Thu, 22 May 2003 11:39:43 -0400
  ...Any experience with this on the list?</DIV> <DIV>What type of paint works best for this surface? What type of preparation is required...
• WANT 0.77 4th for an 091
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 Jan 1997 20:22:43 +0000
  Subject says it all, in preparation for building an off-roading Baywindow I need a 0.77 4th set to go with the 5...
• Synchro to 2wd
  Historical mailing list - Karin Baker & Raymond Paquette
  Sun, 5 Jun 2005 21:43:51 -0700
  Hey I'm considering removing the driveshaft and front axles from my Synchro in preparation for a long road trip. I'm traveling with...
• Re: Dometic failure on propane, one time
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:56:06 -0400
  ...In preparation for the long trip we made this >summer, I filled up with propane from a vendor I have never used >before. Since...
• 3rd-4th gear lockup question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 18:03:24 -0500
  Dear List, Recently bought an '86 Westy that I'm doing lots of work on in preparation for a year of traveling. I have...
• Re: good things to have...?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sat, 12 May 2001 18:49:59 -0500
  ...And wait till you get to the parts counter for stuff for that Subie !--------- Be sure to ask for an additional tube of Preparation...
• Re: Exhaust system insulation
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 20 May 2005 14:05:54 -0400
  ...to do with condensation > settling between the wrap and the pipe? Can anyone elaborate on / > disprove this statement? Any preparation necessary prior to wrapping? >
• Re: Is there anything better than POR-15 Out there??
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:32:01 EDT
  ...The success of a POR-15 project is in the preparation and application. NUFF SAID ! Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 Westy & Lionel...
• on the road
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Wood
  Fri, 18 Jul 1997 13:07:30 -0500
  ...In preparation for our vacation, we had it to the shop for a checkup and it got all passing grades, but you never know...
• Fw: need tighter mosquito net in canvas
  Historical mailing list - Roy Olynick
  Mon, 4 Mar 2002 12:10:30 -0600
  | In preparation for our summer trip to the beach I need to find better screen | material. The sandflees just fly straight through, and they...
• Re: Trickle charging battery with something other than solar?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Tue, 27 Mar 2007 22:10:45 -0400
  ...ASI _________________________________________________________________ It�s tax season, make sure to follow these few simple tips http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips aspx?icid=HMMartagline
• 1986 Vanagon For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Michael Harris
  Mon, 14 Jul 1997 22:10:40 -0700
  ...In preparation for immigrating to Australia, my parents are putting their 1986 Vanagon up for sale. It is in excellent condition. I had both...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:34:39 -0400
  ...Perhaps next Fryeday you'll give us a hint? Did the author ever meet the Inscrutable One? Yours in preparation for bigger and better...
• Re: Short film with a Vanagon - inspiration for the camping season!
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Tue, 4 Jan 2011 09:53:18 -0800
  ...and inspired me as I tear > down Fritz's suspension in preparation for a Burley upgrade....... > Thanks for posting this! > Miguel > > He who possesses...
• Re: Tires properly mounted?
  Historical mailing list - (Donna Cassano)
  Wed, 30 Aug 2000 17:15:06 -0400
  ...s**t happens... > > I'm doing things now in preparation for a big trip next spring. > Bill
• Re: Anyone use this anti-sieze brand before? Cohesive Products - kitchen use NVC
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 21:48:14 -0400
  ...to 1200 degrees? And if you did use it in food preparation, did those who ate the food "heave feedback?" Sorry, I couldn't...
• Re: alternatives to fiberglass insulation
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Mon, 26 Feb 2007 07:56:35 -0800
  ...season right around the corner, make sure to follow these few > simple tips. > > http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx?icid=HMFebtagline >
• Excel file for mileage/maintenance tracking?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
  Fri, 2 Feb 2001 15:37:58 -0600
  ...to track what was replaced when and at what mileage (in preparation for replacing a lot of stuff myself). After spending about an hour...
• Re: Paint preparation resource - sources
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Thu, 27 Aug 2015 18:58:39 -0400
  ...Paint preparation resource - sources All, I am looking for a good resource that I can use to prepare my van for painting by others...
• Best Solvent For Oil Removal From Body Channel?
  Historical mailing list - Owen Kibenge
  Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:32:37 -0400
  ...our intention and we want to get the oil out in preparation for rust conversion (ospho) and for OEM wax spraying. The question we...
• Re: surface rust--anybody heard of this stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Mon, 6 Mar 2000 18:58:06 EST
  ...I used both spray and brush with excellent results and because this stuff is a HUGE PITA , I was extremely cautious of surface preparation...
• rear (under seat) heater core
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 17 Jun 2003 12:25:18 -0400
  ...I unbolted this switch in preparation to put it on the new replacement heat exchanger and noted that the o-ring (?) was pretty darn...
• Re: Heater fan CHIRP!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 8 Apr 2013 21:36:47 -0400
  ...Totally rebuilt >the heater box in my 'new' Syncro, new everything - in preparation for a S >America trip that still hasn't happened. Noisy...
• Water tank questions
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Tue, 19 Mar 2002 10:30:31 -0800
  I cleaned out my water tank in preparation for a trip. I notice that there are two ways to fill the tank. The left...
• Re: Dead Wipers and Heater Fans
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 19:48:53 -0600
  ...So tomorrow I'll spend some time in the Bentley and study the circuits, in preparation for the pita action. But, I'm having...
• 1986 Vanagon for sale (amended)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Harris
  Wed, 16 Jul 1997 09:41:49 -0700
  ...In preparation for *emigrating* to Australia, my parents are putting their 1986 Vanagon up for sale. It is a *4 speed stick-shift* & is...
• Re: My First Oil Filter Failure
  Historical mailing list - Mark A. Williamson
  Tue, 18 May 1999 11:05:44 +0000
  ...Lack of preparation to have the required filter on hand when leaving for road trips and changing the oil after a week on the...
• AC parts for sale/giveaway '86 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 19:53:37 -0500
  ...trading--I'm doing a thorough overhaul of the van in preparation for a long trip, and need quite a few parts. Steve Gough...
• Re: Electric (injection) fuel pump life span?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 16:08:56 -0700
  ...I'm doing lots of work on an '86 Westy in preparation for a year on the road. She's got 180K on her...
• For those with automatic transmissions
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 19 Feb 2015 17:38:11 -0800
  In preparation for my Subaru conversion, I need to upgrade the transmission, which means a better cooler, among other things. Coolers range from the...
• Re: Dometic failure on propane, one time
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 14 Aug 2012 19:17:30 -0500
  ...In preparation for the long trip we made this > >summer, I filled up with propane from a vendor I have never used > >before. Since...
• GD A/C went out! (Update)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Mon, 15 Aug 94 7:46:45 PDT
  ...I'm really short on time since my trip to Idaho/Oregon is in a week and I have other preparations to make and...
• Potential Vanagon Tires
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 May 1996 16:31:33 -0400
  In preparation for our upcoming trip across the southwest, I decided to replace two of the tires on my '84 Westy. Ended up getting...
• CV Joint Questions
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Tue, 30 Sep 1997 12:51:09 -0400
  ...Is this enough preparation before packing with CV joint grease? And a similar question: Can I clean the two old joints that I'm...
• Re: refrigerator removal and fan upgrades?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 8 Mar 2003 17:58:51 -0500
  ...Edward At 11:53 AM 3/7/2003, you wrote: >Hey all, > >In preparation for the upcoming hot summer camping days I need >to...
• Ways to attach broken hubcaps? or, 5 wirespoke hubcaps for sale cheap...
  Historical mailing list - jeff kennedy
  Sat, 11 Dec 2004 10:18:33 -0700
  ...BTW, I had the van weighed in preparation and it checked in at 4060 lbs. That leaves us with 1100 for stuff. Cheers, Jeff
• sunroof van interior baffle and roof deflector
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Thu, 8 Feb 2007 11:35:29 -0800
  ...I have pulled the entire interior and all the glass in preparation for bodywork and a complete respray. it has been brought to my...
• Re: For those with automatic transmissions
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 19 Feb 2015 18:54:27 -0800
  ...At 2/19/2015 05:38 PM, Stuart MacMillan wrote: > >> In preparation for my Subaru conversion, I need to upgrade the >> transmission, >> which means...
• Re: Propane Problem
  Historical mailing list - tbill
  Thu, 22 May 1997 15:30:49 -0500
  Robin Davies wrote: > > All Knowing Vanamaniacs, > > Went to have my propane tank filled on "Leslie" 87 Syncro Westy in > preparation for the upcoming three...
• starting woes
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 11 Apr 1997 10:42:37 -0700
  ...In preparation of getting it back on the road for the summer, I started it up. It started right off, then died. This repeated...
• Re: Hello
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 21:36:19 -0600
  ...All in preparation to > drive to the tip of Argentina. Have already learned lots just watching. > Thanks > Robert > > Robert Smulders > "Living life like we...
• Re: engine swaps (long)
  Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
  Wed, 14 Apr 1999 00:26:33 -0400
  ...in a vanagon? > > (I will now don my Nomex suit in preparation for the flames!) > > Corvair engines are a little hard to come by...
• Re: Removing Cylinders from head idea!
  Historical mailing list - DaveC
  Fri, 24 May 2002 08:16:05 -0700
  >I was removing a pair of heads from a syncro Vanagon yesterday in >preparation of installing new heads and gaskets. The cylinders were stuck...
• mystery mechanics
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 7 Feb 2006 20:27:06 -0800
  ...Most likely poor preparation in > the original installation. > Argh, what a nightmare. Stories like that further convince me that no mechanic but me will...
• Re: VANAGON digest 17
  Historical mailing list - Randy
  Thu, 21 Apr 94 09:19:39 -0400
  ...Poor surface preparation of new part... > #3: Poor fitting of the new part... Okay well the next time I plan on doing some body...
• BURNINGvAN 2011
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:07:26 -0800
  Vanners, and potential vanners, The planning and preparation for the 2011 edition of bURNINGvAN is well under way. Frenzied excitement fills the land. Much...