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• RE: Vanagon Manual Mirror Adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Fri, 8 Nov 1996 13:14:31 -0700
  ...If they don't tighten, post again, and several of us have some repair alternatives. Mike
• Need help
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Wed, 1 Oct 1997 23:14:14 -0800
  I would like to find a good shop for servicing, repairs, used parts etc.. in the Vancouver area. Would you please email me your...
• terminology
  Historical mailing list - hugo lerner
  Tue, 1 Feb 2000 14:30:25 -0700
  im looking in my vw vanagon "official factory repair manual" and am trying to figure out what the terms "digifant" and "digijet" mean? inform...
• Mitchell Repair Manual and others
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Thu, 10 Oct 2002 16:46:59 -0400
  brush up your Russian language skills: http://volkswagen.msk.ru/vw_01.htm Karl '81 Westy "Jenny" Wilmington, DE http://homepage.mac.com/karlploessl...
• AC Interior ducts
  Historical mailing list - Ray Hill
  Wed, 7 Sep 2005 18:25:07 -0500
  Does anyone know if the interior AC ductwork is available for a 1986 Vanagon? My repair shop indicated that they were unable to source...
• FS: 83 Air-cooled Manuals
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hooper
  Mon, 23 Jan 2006 18:10:51 -0500
  ...the following to offer: $20 + shipping 1983 Vanagon Owners Manual 1983 Camper Supplement 1983 Warranty & Maintenance Booklet Hayes 1980 thru 1983 Aircooled Repair Manual
• Re: How to sew screen in poptop canvas?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 14 Jan 2007 22:06:52 -0800
  RE: Replacing screen Depends on the year. '90-'91 the whole screen zops out and can be repaired. Earlier models are a PITA....
• Re: engine theory, ECUs , AFMs and whatnot
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:38:54 -0700
  Sorry guys, Use http://www.jagweb.com/aj6eng/ for the rest of the ECU / AFM information, interspesed in the articles on performance and repair.
• Re: Heater pipe
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:50:59 -0700
  --snip-- I just don't want him to get all bogged down in some sort of convoluted repair. --snip-- Too late, y'all own...
• Re: busted your fiberglass bumper/skirts? i'll fix it!! also fiberglass bumpers FS
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sun, 24 Jul 2005 11:28:40 -0700
  ...i go thru the bumpers/skirts..clean them up, any crack is professionally repaired with fiberglass cloth and resin from behind, then repaired with...
• Re: How to fix the foil
  Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
  Thu, 23 Feb 2017 23:37:34 -0600
  I've used http://www.all-spec.com/Catalog/Soldering-Rework/PCB-Board-Assembly-and-Repair/Circuit-Board-Assembly-Repair-Kits/115-5205-10123...
• Re: New Rule was Re: Propane Gauge?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Creasy
  Tue, 7 Aug 2007 23:05:19 -0400
  ...The shut- >> > > off valve for my propane tank is broken >> (handle broke off) so as part >> > > of my repairs, I am going to at...
• FS: Lot of 2 Rear, 1 Front Repairable Fiberglass bumpers-Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Oxroad
  Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:07:07 -0700
  Hey Folks in Los Angeles Area-- I have three fiberglass bumpers from the later model Vanagons in need of repair I'm offering as...
• HELP! Parts Needed, '90 GL (Vegas)
  Historical mailing list - VW Vanagon
  Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:36:37 -0700
  ...The list of needed repairs (some more urgent than others): * Head Gaskets are currently being repaired (to the tune of about $1,800). Saw...
• Lower Emission Fuel, Rubber Lines, and Fuel Leaks
  Historical mailing list - Johnson, Darrell
  Mon, 18 Oct 1999 17:08:22 -0700
  ...Because fuel leaks can cause vehicle fires, Chevron recommends that you consult a qualified auto repair technician to discuss whether your fuel system parts...
• Re: Fiberglass Patch
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:36:18 -0700
  ...yours On 7/13/07, Todd Last <rubatoguy@comcast.net> wrote: > > Take a look for a book (or Google) Fiberglass repair or boat repair...
• Re: windshield wiper repair just musing this time
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:28:11 -0500
  ...And what do you know Dave? There are brand new parts available so you can repair it. New parts Dave, think of it, for...
• Re: Checked your spare tire recently? Spare Tire Size
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:58:05 -0600
  ...Spare Tires > In addition to the spare tire/wheel how many carry a tire repair in their > Vanagon? And is it new enough that...
• Re: Insurance company bullshit
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 15 Aug 2002 10:14:11 EDT
  ...I DO know now the ins. > companies determine a total loss based on cost of repairs and value of > vehicle. However, i insured my...
• Re: Rear Blower Motor maintenance?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 23 Jan 2017 18:17:37 -0600
  ...have the motor rebuilt by an auto electric repair shop. You get back an auto repair motor newly cleaned with new bearings, turned commutator...
• What's a Hall sender do?
  Historical mailing list - john schaper
  Mon, 8 Apr 2013 09:58:59 -0400
  ...Checked all grounds; saw some cracked wires to the distributor, spliced and repaired, vacuum lines connected, getting fuel, AFM is rebuilt, connections to fuel...
• Re: Your GoWesty Engine...how do you like it?
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:57:41 -0400
  ...There are SO many independents far more versed in care and repair of the Vanagon all over the country. Dave Mcneely wrote: > On Fri...
• Re: Front Bumper-Bent From The Factory?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:49:10 -0700
  ...The one that was on there was beyond repair. What it seems like it's coming down to is that I'll just have...
• Re: JUST TINKERING WITH MY '84 GL WHEN......
  Historical mailing list - Seth C. Bruggeman
  Sun, 10 Jan 1999 15:19:58 -0500
  ...or, I often use sharpened pencil points--either removed from the pencil or intact, to plug open fuel lines while performing repairs. This can...
• Re: Odometer repair question
  Historical mailing list - Nigel Bennett
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 09:40:23 +0200
  ...Hope this helps Nigel Cape Town 89/90 syncro -----Original Message----- .....I am trying to repair my odometer. I can't seem to get...
• WOW! Bentley discussions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 15 Feb 2004 18:02:49 -0800
  ...Time to start planning the repair. Off to Google to find that last year Bentley FINALLY published a repair manual for it. While poking...
• Re: Cheap Syncro Westy in Sarasota Fla.........
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 4 May 2007 00:51:54 EDT
  ...this repair shop must have bought it... incodentially, its the same repair shop that was selling that white 87 westy weekender that unca joel...
• FOR SALE - 86 SYNCRO GL
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Mon, 10 Nov 1997 05:20:43 -0600
  ...After you see the repair list, you will understand that I am not making a profit on this vehicle. VEHICLE DETAILS - 1986 SYNCRO GL...
• Re: Another pop top hinge repair
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 24 Jul 2016 11:46:36 -0700
  ...Another pop top hinge repair To be honest Stuart, the design was made up as I went along. And seeing what others had done...
• Re: Thanks again! Fuel pump repair (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
  Thu, 3 Aug 2000 18:46:10 -0400
  ...Re: [VANAGON] Thanks again! Fuel pump repair (longish) > Another place where the Bentley and reality seem to diverge. I bought my > California van new...
• Re: Alternative to Bentley manual
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 3 May 1999 14:56:23 -0700
  ...I can handle a British version, you can't have too much information when it comes to car repair! Per Lindgren wrote: > > > Haynes have...
• Re: Rocker Panel
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sun, 23 Apr 2000 21:44:08 EDT
  Hi Mike California Imports carries a decent selection of repair panels for the Vanagon. I recently ordered and received a repair panel to fix...
• Re: 90 Vanagon Power Window Problem
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Thu, 11 May 2000 08:43:02 -0500
  Dear Daniel, It is repairable -- I've done it for my 87 Syncro and it has worked for two years now. Had to replace...
• Re: Crack in Fiberglass Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 28 May 2002 11:49:36 -0500
  ...I have a decade of experience repairing damaged canoes and kayaks and would suggest you use kevlar cloth as part of your repair in...
• Re: How to remove rear pulley on a 2.1
  Historical mailing list - walkingboss
  Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:32:54 -0600
  ...Causing it to swell and reseal............well what do you think happens to the seals that are good? Its not a long term repair...
• Re: Rear Window Defroster Strips Pretty Much Fugeddaboutit?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:45:56 -0400
  ...than whether a failed defroster can >be repaired, which is what I was wondering about. Repairing the strips is pretty routine. Replacing a terminal...
• F.S. 86 Syncro,87 GL
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Thu, 6 Jun 1996 23:28:55 -0400 (EDT)
  ...AC Lock axil No motor Transmission needs repair (I have the parts) many parts in need of repair: blown AC line, ignition switch bad...
• wannasellabus '78 7pass.
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 5 Jun 1996 23:04:05 -0400
  ...Interested? $1800.00 but needs rear wheel cylinders and shoes and a windshield frame rust repair. will include repairs for total of $2900.00...
• Re: jugs, vw that is...
  Historical mailing list - Jay & Kim Schmidt
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 17:27:55 -0600
  ...Just have a question that would be simple if anyone has done this REALLY NOT SO BIG repair before. Jay
• transmission dropping out of 4th into neutral
  Historical mailing list - McComas_Glenn
  Tue, 25 Apr 2000 08:51:08 -0400
  ...This worked OK until the time came to sell the vehicle; then repairing was not optional. Would have been a killer on my student...
• Fridge blows out on propane
  Historical mailing list - puzerewski
  Sun, 6 May 2001 06:59:08 -0400
  ...Anyone repair this problem? I am quite familiar with the fridges, for I have repaired a few of them in the past, but never...
• Re: Fw:Help for Oxnard,Ventura, West LA Repair shops
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Wed, 5 Mar 2003 07:56:07 -0800
  ...fuel injection problem I need a good recommendation for a > VANAGON repair shop in the Oxnard - Ventura, West LA area. > I also need a...
• Re: How to fix arm rest?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Mon, 27 Aug 2018 08:25:21 -0700
  On 8/27/2018 7:49 AM, Brent Weide wrote: > http://www.weidefamily.net/vanagon/ > Go to Interior > Armrest Repair Thanks. That's a...
• Re: (f) How many Type II'ers . . .
  Historical mailing list
  19 Jul 96 10:26:12 PDT
  > How many Type II'ers does it take to repair a light bulb. Don't know, they are still trying to rebuild the old...
• Haynes Service Manual For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Colin I. Busby
  Tue, 16 Feb 1999 15:41:20 -0800
  For Sale Haynes Service and Repair Manual - VW Transporter 1982 to 1990 Petrol. Excellent condition (Haynes #3452). $18 (includes Priority Mail shipping). Colin Busby...
• Broken Sliding Door Handle
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Sat, 10 Mar 2001 16:02:00 -0500
  Can anyone send me the name and address of the person who specializes in repair of door handles. Mine just broke! Thanks George 84...
• Engine cover latch
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Thu, 22 Mar 2001 22:19:25 -0500
  How does one repair an engine cover latch. The latch tab on the passenger's side broke off on my '84. Are replacement parts...
• FS: 1980 Camper, $850, near Birmingham, AL
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 26 Oct 2001 22:05:06 -0500
  http://www.ep.com/js/mi/c0/1294580.html this is a guy who runs a vw repair/junkyard business. that's all i...
• "German Car Services" in Sta.Monica
  Historical mailing list - stimler
  Mon, 3 Mar 2003 15:45:08 +0100
  Hi everybody, does the "German Car Services" repair shop in Sta.Monica, Olympic Blvd. still exist and how is it�s reputation? Thanks in...
• Re: A word to the wise on seam rust;
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Sat, 29 Mar 2003 14:43:10 EST
  Hi All, Does anyone know if there is a repair panel available, for the behind the drivers side rocker seam rust problem? JC...
• Recommeded Mechanics in Salt Lake City?
  Historical mailing list - John Parson
  Mon, 8 Sep 2003 13:33:57 -0400
  ...Anyone know any good repair shops here? Things to do? _______________________________________________
• Carver P4 Heater Wanted
  Historical mailing list - MC
  Wed, 21 Jul 2004 22:05:47 -0700
  ...Does anyone have one for sale? If you have one in need of repair I may be interested. Thanks - Vince
• Re: Roll of duct tape doubles as cupholder
  Historical mailing list - Mike Frost
  Fri, 10 Feb 2006 14:41:05 -0800
  Are you saying that there are vanagons out there WITHOUT a roll of duct tape between the seats? How would you do field repairs?
• Re: Trip Report -longish (Pacific Northwest, U.S. and Vancouver Island, Canada)
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Sun, 6 Aug 2000 21:49:49 -0700
  ...Helens, Olympic National Park, and the west coast of Vancouver Island. > > Recommended repair shops: Bavarian Imports Auto Repair Ltd, Nanaimo, British > Columbia, and Dana...
• Re: vanagon difficulty
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Thu, 3 Sep 2009 05:48:39 -0700
  ...Take a vanagon to one, and if the shop accepts it, the repair will likely be done wrong. Diagnosis seems more difficult than with...
• Re: Paint code for gray fiberglass bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 10:40:44 -0800
  ...Also the autobody product for repair is "Corvette Panel Adhesive". It's the sands the same as the fiberglass panel. I attempted to use...
• Side body repair
  Historical mailing list - Thompson, Michael
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 13:31:36 -0700
  ...I have seen lots of repairs in this area, so someone must have some advice. Mine was previously repaired with bondo and filler, but...
• Re: rust repair ..
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 22 Apr 2007 06:48:21 -0400
  JDD, here are the pics of the rust repair work I did recently on a Westy. &nbsp;<BR><BR><BR> <html> <head><title></title...
• Re: J.B. Weld Head Repair (Bill Knight)
  Historical mailing list - Fred Porter
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 12:22:11 -0700
  ...Weld Head Repair > > >Ken: > > > >I primarily use my van for traveling/exploring. If I'm driving it, > >chanes are I'm far from home...
• Re: Sliding door lower track repair
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 12 Feb 2019 10:47:18 -0500
  I believe I can get a repair panel for this from Europe for you. Or you could weld the groove with a welder, then...