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  • Vanagon early vs. late grille fitment?
    Historical mailing list - DaveC
    Sat, 15 Jun 2002 09:26:02 -0700
    ...Dave Carpenter Whatever you wish for me, May you have twice as much. "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." -- Arthur C. Clarke
  • rebuilding master cylinder
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Mon, 4 Jul 2005 21:16:29 -0400
    ...Do they still sell these kits? Has MC technology changed since then so that this is no longer a good idea? Edward
  • Grille Painting - Krylon Camouflage?
    Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
    Fri, 6 Feb 2009 11:32:06 -0800
    ...Has anyone used the Camouflage product by Krylon? http://www.krylon.com/products/camouflage_paint_with_fusion_technology/ Given the flat finish, durability and...
  • FS Waser Boxer to Air Cooled Conversion Kits
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sat, 7 Dec 2002 20:12:54 -0600
    ...Famous "Incomplete(half-assed)reconditioning and air-cooled "P&P mechanics". "they readily adopt the dumb ass opinion that The WBX technology is useless...
  • Re: Tires - Why oh why NOT?
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Fri, 13 Mar 2009 17:52:49 -0700
    I don't know all that much about tire technology, but wouldn't my 16" 50/55 (staggered rims) series passenger tires be less...
  • Re: Precision Suspension Technology??
    Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
    Sat, 10 Aug 1996 08:16:26 CST6CDT
    don't know a thing about them.... if you are interested in KYB's, why not just stick a 2X4 in where the shock...
  • Re: Vanagon-era technology..love it,
    Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
    Mon, 17 Dec 2007 12:15:48 -0500
    BTDT with the heater cables as well...with exactly the same impression. Aren't those the same cables as control the Briggs & Stratton on...
  • Re: Re : synthetic motor oil
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Sat, 27 Apr 2002 20:11:25 -0700
    ...edge technology. > It just doesn't make good sense to compare our cheesy little $6,000.00 > vehicles to the new technology vehicles power...
  • Interesting VW Article on Future Technology The Company May Use - Hopefully it will reach a new Vanagon Soon
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:38:22 -0500
    http://m.wired.com/autopia/2011/01/vw-xl1-concept-car/ Here's an article on the XL1 Concept Car that reaches some insane...
  • Re: Was Ford Galaxy Friday, now Technology Comparison
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Sun, 22 Jan 2012 09:26:51 -0600
    ...Was Ford Galaxy Friday, now Technology Comparison Hybrid technology is just a add-in to the primary technology used to drive the vehicle. But...
  • Re: hankook ra-08 copies
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sat, 7 May 2016 09:41:25 -0400
    ...Hankook has not shared any technology with them or licensed any technology to them. Their claim of using "Hankook technology" is based solely on...
  • Re: Brown paint for interior plastic parts
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Sat, 7 Jun 2008 12:35:50 -0700
    ...The paint is Krylon Ultra-flat Camouflage 4292 Brown "Made with Fusion for Plastic paint technology". I think with this stuff one could use...
  • Re: Confused owner?
    Historical mailing list - Howard Allen
    Tue, 18 Oct 2005 14:01:58 -0400
    ...Portland, Maine Packaging as an enabling technology
  • Reply to: Re: Most Expensive part for it
    Historical mailing list - Charles \"luke\" Lukey
    13 Mar 97 07:34:01 EST
    ...Charles "Luke" Lukey Windup Technology, Inc. Seattle, WA !^NavFont01F000FQGJHG54QG56HG9B4C2F
  • Re: Simpler Alternative to welding body panels
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Thu, 29 Mar 2001 12:22:35 -0600
    ...What I was simply stating, was, there is new technology that CAN replace the old, phreistoric techniques, and these proceedures could be implimented here...
  • FS: 77 westie, '95 EV Camper
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Thu, 20 Apr 95 18:03:20 PDT
    ...Camper 14Kmi $27.5K (209)575-4414 -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA, USA 95747 / _____/ / / 916.785.5317 (Telnet 785-5317) / / / / email...
  • Odd awning placement
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Sat, 31 Oct 1998 09:38:48 -0800
    ...BOX 3688 Networking Technology and Architecture Stanford, CA Ari@OLTECO.com 94309-3688 415.517.3519
  • Re: It's a Beautiful Day in America!...
    Historical mailing list - Bryan Jones
    Tue, 22 Jul 2003 14:57:55 EDT
    ...Thank goodness there are companies like Apple and Volkswagen around to create new products, trends, and technology - then find neat ways to promote them...
  • Newer Vanagon Technology in older Vanagons?
    Historical mailing list - Kyle Davis
    Thu, 27 Sep 2007 23:03:21 -0700
    Hi all, Was wondering how successful list members have been at bringing the newer Vanagon technology like power door locks, power windows, newer stereo...
  • Re: Was Ford Galaxy Friday, now Technology Comparison
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 22 Jan 2012 08:04:17 -0500
    ...Was Ford Galaxy Friday, now Technology Comparison Hybrid technology is just a add-in to the primary technology used to drive the vehicle. But...
  • Re: Friday Beetle question
    Historical mailing list - C. Abney
    Sat, 8 Oct 2016 09:56:43 -0700
    ...advantage of 12V on an old beetle? Brighter headlights? Does > LED technology make conversion unnecessary? C -- It seems my TO-DO list is a...
  • Bus models
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Fri, 15 Sep 95 12:16:07 PDT
    ...I can get the name of the purveyor if we like. -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA, USA 95747 / _____/ / / 916.785.9453...
  • Re: Shrinking parts
    Historical mailing list - John Evaskovich
    Sat, 30 Aug 1997 18:10:52 -0600
    ...I guess plastic technology is a little stagnant. John
  • Get your rear sway bars from here...
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Tue, 21 Aug 2001 19:32:06 EDT
    Performance Suspension Technology, Order Toll-free: (800) 247-2288 Web site: http://www.p-s-t.com/swaytv.html#VOLKSWAGON Cost for front and...
  • Re: BLUE TEC
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Mon, 26 May 2008 13:16:43 -0700
    ...think this Blue Tec could be retro fitted it seems this technology improves low sulfur diesel performance and allows vehicles so equipped to pass...
  • Dashboard
    Historical mailing list - Gary Lonsdale
    Fri, 27 Jun 1997 12:46:19 -0400
    ...Temp gauge and room for CB instead of mounting underneath, and more colourful lighting, lets bring these babys to the year 2000 technology. Serge..
  • Re: On Longevity, Displacement,Efficiency and Technology in Conversions
    Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
    Tue, 26 Mar 2002 08:27:38 -0800
    Minor point: the RD engine is a CIS-E and not a Digifant II. Thanks for the post. -Dana- > 4. The 1.8L Digifant...
  • NVC: Eurovan traction/stability control
    Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
    Thu, 2 Jan 2003 08:32:00 -0700
    Hi all, As a full-fledged geek, I came across some interesting technology the other day, that some of you might be interested in...
  • Space Heaters, Propane Stoves etc
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Sun, 2 Feb 97 18:15:45 PST
    ...These use the Olympian mesh technology for the catalytic burner and have flame off safety valves. You can sometimes find 'em at used things...
  • Re: Bulley Rags/Diesels in America?
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Mon, 26 Apr 1999 10:25:22 -0700
    ...However, fuel cell technology is coming along very >nicely. Anyone who has followed the fuel cell company Ballard Power will >know this. They are...
  • Re: Are they still making the bus/Vanagon anywhere these days?
    Historical mailing list - rpc
    Sun, 8 Apr 2007 17:35:13 -0700
    ...The technology, known as electronic stability control, or ESC, has been called the greatest safety advance since the seat belt..." There ya go. They...
  • Re: Interesting VW Article on Future Technology The Company May Use - Hopefully it will reach a new Vanagon Soon
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 29 Jan 2011 10:47:31 -0500
    At 09:07 AM 1/29/2011, Tom Hargrave wrote: >Is this the system that uses power from your battery to break tap water...
  • Hot-Wire AFM wanted
    Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
    Sat, 23 Oct 1999 22:00:55 -0500
    ...I'll buy it, because I am currently "fixated" on afm technology! Please p-mail me to discuss. Cheers! Marshall Ruskin 84 Westy "Iron...
  • Re: Air vs. Water - pro's and con's
    Historical mailing list - Beckett Cantrell
    Sat, 5 Aug 2000 18:31:48 EDT
    ...That is why when one wants to "hot-rod" a H2O boxer, they turn to type1 technology and parts. Again, Beckett
  • Re: Electric vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:29:59 -0800
    ...or > taking the kids to school. > And right now, with current technology, that is the strong point in favor of the electric vehicle, short...
  • Re: Friday help with fake Millennium menu (no VW)
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Fri, 24 Dec 1999 08:41:15 -0800
    ...BOX 3688 Networking Architecture and Technology Stanford, CA Ari@OLTECO.com 94309-3688 415.517.3519
  • Re: Are Vanagons more trouble than they're worth?(long but worth it)
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Sun, 11 Mar 2001 15:20:48 EST
    ...did a very poor job of training their technicians in Vanagon technology and consequently today guesswork is wide-spread. >> Or, perhaps the ones that...
  • 80-83 Westy carpet (Adam, Stan)???
    Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
    Tue, 19 Feb 2002 07:25:07 -0700
    ...Information Technology Arizona State University East sean.garrett@asu.edu 480.727.1158
  • 120v generator set up
    Historical mailing list - Marvin Westenburg
    Sun, 22 Jun 2003 05:57:30 -0500
    ...It uses inverter technology and you could use 2 in tandem to provide the 20 amps you need. They have a throttle control that...
  • Re: Vanagon hit on Mt. Hood OR - A list member?
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:35:48 -0800
    ...Never seen the 2nd "I" before and was > wondering what new technology they have in drunk driving laws these days. > Maybe the second "I...
  • New battery technology to watch for
    Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
    Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:15:44 -0700
    ...While the cell technology is mature by now, there's electronics inside these batteries to control charging, discharging currents and maintain cell voltage balance...
  • Re: Battery and Battery compartment
    Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
    Thu, 24 Jul 1997 15:02:35 EDT
    ...Gel-cells I guess are the latest technology and I have yet to see one around in the Northern California area, but then I...
  • Alumaseal ?
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Wed, 15 Feb 95 10:49:06 PST
    ...whatever else you heat in the van. -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA, USA 95747 / _____/ / / 916.785.5317 (Telnet 785-5317) / / / / email...
  • Jos Lucas Ltd.
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Fri, 19 Apr 96 9:48:02 PDT
    ...afk c1971. -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA, USA 95747 / _____/ / / 916.785.9453 (Telnet 785-9453) / / / / email: alf@hpptc38.rose.hp.com / __/ __/ ______/ ___________________________________/
  • Filling westy water tank
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Tue, 29 Oct 96 11:20:03 PST
    ...flooding out the interiour (Br.)? eh? (Cdn) -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA, USA 95747 / _____/ / / 916.785.9453 (Telnet 785-9453) / / / / email...
  • Re: Somthing is up!
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Mon, 2 Mar 1998 21:20:23 -0800
    ...BOX 3688 Networking Technology and Architecture Stanford, CA Ari@OLTECO.com 94309-3688 415.517.3519
  • Re: Rough idle, then stalling and now the solution
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Wed, 16 Sep 1998 22:29:08 -0700
    ...BOX 3688 Networking Technology and Architecture Stanford, CA Ari@OLTECO.com 94309-3688 415.517.3519
  • Re: I've been waiting ALL WEEK for Friday.....
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 5 Aug 2011 15:32:36 -0700
    ...I think the technology in that race series actually has a little > > more to cross over to street vehicle technology...Pretty incredible how > fast...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 28 Jun 2015 - Special issue (#2015-165)
    Historical mailing list - Richard Jones
    Sun, 28 Jun 2015 14:40:08 -0600
    ...https://www.gas-refrigerators.com/ Nope, no 40 degree limit on the technology--if big enough. Shrink the fridge and at some point before...
  • Re: DIESEL is..(here)
    Historical mailing list - Austin
    Tue, 26 May 1998 18:22:12 -0700
    ...Just read a good artical about it >in Invention and Technology mag- summer of 1998.... > > Eric Yeah - I want me a Doble too; get...
  • Re: Multivan
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Fri, 4 Jun 1999 07:31:08 -0700
    ...BOX 3688 Networking Architecture and Technology Stanford, CA Ari@OLTECO.com 94309-3688 415.517.3519
  • Re: Vanagon Tire Guidelines Report
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Mon, 3 Oct 2005 09:13:20 -0700
    ...Tire technology has advanced a bit since then...... But the Vanagon hasn't. Still the same (maybe more) weight, same suspension, same aerodynamics. And...
  • Re: Help needed fixing the tabs an instrument cluster
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sat, 4 Aug 2007 09:24:23 -0400
    ...www.snurl.com/vanagon a strange hybrid of pre and post 86 technology, adding tach and keeping dynamic OP warning systems, fixing lots of...
  • Re: Vanagon Parts Blowup Catalog
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sun, 18 Sep 2022 13:00:27 -0700
    ...it seems advancing computer technology has left it > behind.
  • Re: Friday free post, California beach fires to be taboo?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Fri, 31 May 2013 08:47:39 -0700
    ...As you said, it is California, on the cutting edge of technology AND idiocy. ;-) Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus On May 31...
  • Re: Sunday NY Times article about May trip in 85 Westy
    Historical mailing list - DaveC
    Sat, 13 Jul 2002 22:53:37 -0700
    ...Dave -- Dave Carpenter Whatever you wish for me, May you have twice as much. "Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic." -- Arthur C...
  • Re: the vw crafter IS the sprinter. same vehicle.. different trim.
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Sun, 7 Oct 2007 17:26:28 -0700
    ...The Ssangyong Istana is an MB100, the result of a technology sharing partnership initiated between Ssangyong and MB in 1991. -- John Bange '90 Vanagon...
  • Re: Replacement AFM technology
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Sun, 23 Sep 2007 09:37:36 -0700
    Yeah and only $700!! To eliminate another "shortcoming" of the WBX motor. Starting to make a conversion look less expensive still. :) On 9/23...
  • Re: Interior lighting for the vanagon LED and CCF
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Tue, 24 Aug 2004 21:16:09 -0700
    ...I believe these are the best light technology for the lowest draw on the battery you can buy anywhere today. http://shop4.outpost.com...
  • Copy of VANAGON digest 362 ?? perchance
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Thu, 2 Mar 95 14:16:18 PST
    ...alf@hpptc44.rose.hp.com -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA, USA 95747 / _____/ / / 916.785.5317 (Telnet 785-5317) / / / / email: alf@hpptc44...