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  • Rebushing carb throttle shafts
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 22 Mar 1996 09:24:20 -0600 (CST)
    ...Carburetor throttle shaft rebushing kits. They list for Quadra-Jet and Holley for about $35 and then a 100 piece kit that has 10...
  • (friday) - "HUMMBUG" (it's
    Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
    8 Aug 1997 15:39:34 -0600
    ...Have you seen the radically I guess cool HUMMBUG http://www.kitcar.com/hummbug.html Maybe if we all had Subaru Legacy engines and...
  • when you think you've seen it all ...
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 08 Jan 97 10:37:51 CST
    ...no kidding. :) they have a kit, $390 ($790 if they install it). available in Brazilian Rosewood, Italian Walnut, Santos Rosewood, Elm Burlwood, Italian Burlwood...
  • tube bumpers
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Tue, 16 Mar 1999 19:42:34 -0500
    ...oh yeah, are there any kits to convert the rear windows to sliding windows? or any kits to make them slide down into the...
  • Want to Trade
    Historical mailing list - Jason M. Yasment
    Fri, 20 Aug 1999 17:21:55 -0400
    ...Want to trade "MINT" '84 Full Westfalia Interior, including kitchen, propane tank and dealer installed A/C unit for a tan "Weekender" interior with...
  • Who has a fuel line replacement kit?
    Historical mailing list - t obrien
    Sat, 23 Oct 1999 17:02:57 PDT
    Hi listees, Which one, or ones of our list vendors has a fuel line replacement kit. Tee's, fittings, hose, seals for the fuel...
  • Re: New Vanagon Body Effects
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 13 Mar 2000 22:03:45 -0600
    bingo! how about Kaminari body styling kits. at http://www.kaminari.com (currently suspended for exceeding bandwidth!) or 1-800-289-5488. or Kaminari...
  • Re: Re.Spillage when filling the gas
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 14 Jun 2001 15:02:35 -0400
    At 02:56 PM 6/14/2001, Charles McGehee wrote: >Max, > >What's a Wilfy kit and where do you get it? Don't...
  • Re: Fuel Tank R&R Kits
    Historical mailing list - Chris S.
    Mon, 20 Mar 2006 20:26:21 -0800
    ...I got my gas tank kit from Marcus last year and did the repair in an easy afternoon. I even had a pic of...
  • Bad news about gas tank kit
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
    Wed, 30 Nov 2005 14:53:07 -0500
    ...I have been selling the Vanagon gas tank kits for years but as of now the plastic cross-over pipe is no longer available...
  • Re: Bostig Zetec kit .. Ground clearance
    Historical mailing list - Bostig Eng
    Sat, 14 Oct 2006 10:39:52 -0400
    ...Bostig Zetec kit .. Ground clearance --snip-- A couple of f/u questions on clearance. --snip-- I assume f/u means 'follow up'... I of...
  • Fwd: 5-cylinder swap update (kits are ready!)
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 9 Dec 1998 21:59:19 EST
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  • Fwd: 5-cylinder swap update (kits are ready!)
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 10 Dec 1998 12:06:41 EST
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  • Re: Bilstein 2wd coilover recipe
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Mon, 24 Sep 2012 21:26:33 -0700
    ...2.5" coilover adapter kit: � � � � e.g. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Bilstein-Small-Body-Steel-Coilover-Kit,6871.html but with a flat, solid...
  • Re: RoadHaus - Front AC Kit Install / Preliminary Report
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Fri, 15 Nov 2002 10:01:47 -0700
    ...RoadHaus - Front AC Kit Install / Preliminary Report -----Original Message----- The visual outside appearance of the front AC Kit is excellent. The only thing you...
  • Re: Timing belt - Subie engines
    Historical mailing list - Benny boy
    Tue, 19 Jun 2007 18:01:04 -0400
    Hi, this post made me think, a lot, about WHO could do such a job, getting the parts/kit is easy, for about 3K...
  • Re: fiberglass repair on poptop
    Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
    Thu, 4 Sep 2008 21:07:17 -0230
    ...I >> ordered >> one of the poptop strut kits, followed the instructions, and it turned out >> the struts that came with it were shorter than...
  • Re: Kitchen out; Any suggestions?
    Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
    Sun, 12 Sep 2010 08:50:41 -0700
    On Fri, Sep 10, 2010 at 7:05 PM, Kevin Gilbert <kggilbert@myactv.net> wrote: > Vanderers, > > I've removed the kitchen to prep for...
  • "Hankerin' for fiberglass Carat Trim & Bumpers"
    Historical mailing list - Don Record
    Thu, 17 Feb 2000 17:46:07 EST
    ...2) Has anyone had any experience with the Winkler Kit that Vanagain offers? 3) Are there any other kits/ options.? \Thanks in advance for...
  • Re: Handy Hint for mixing Epoxy or JB Weld
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Tue, 29 Mar 2005 13:51:38 -0600
    ...My fiberglass/kevlar/epoxy repair kit all fits in a 50 cal metal ammo box and that kit is a part of it. DM...
  • Re: Leaky rear heater---Autozone Loan-a-Tool program
    Historical mailing list - Pat Spragge
    Thu, 21 May 2020 16:33:51 -0700
    ...Called my nearest Autozone, asked if they had the Pressure Test kit for finding leaks in automotive coolant systems. They did. Headed over. Basically...
  • Tintop AC Tunnel repair kit drawings
    Historical mailing list - pcking
    Mon, 17 Oct 2016 11:06:58 -0400
    Are pictures or drawings of originals available for those of us who may not be able to find an original kit? ----- Original Message ----- From...
  • Re: Big brake kit question for `87 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:16:42 -0700
    ...275mm versus 288 > > > > > > > > > On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:25 PM, BenT Syncro wrote: > > > > > >> Chances are, those are big brake kits from Overland. They...
  • Paulchen Bike Rack Locks for Sale
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Mon, 9 Aug 1999 00:30:01 EDT
    I have 3 sets of frame lock kits for the Paulchen bike racks. The kits contain a brass German lock, 2 keys, plastic lock...
  • Re: building tool kit-vendor recomendations?
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Mon, 1 Dec 2003 11:48:54 -0800
    ...William > Hi folks, > I'm getting ready to build a decent tool-kit to use with my Vanagon. Any > recommendations for tool vendors, on...
  • Re: Auto trans kit?
    Historical mailing list - Mike B
    Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:21:01 -0500
    ...But I was looking for a kit that has the clutch parts and all in it. Would any of you know where to find...
  • wiring for trailer lights
    Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
    Fri, 3 Jun 2005 17:01:08 -0400
    once more, this time with a subject line :-) what I want to do is install a wiring kit for a small trailer; there are...
  • Diesel conversions in CA
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Sat, 26 Aug 2006 18:41:03 -0700
    ...The person who answered said the only legal way to do so was to use a kit that had been approved by CARB. These...
  • replace kitchen light
    Historical mailing list - dj
    Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:32:40 -0800
    Any recommendations for replacing the kitchen light on 84 westy with something more energy efficient? Also want to add a light by the side...
  • Re: Engine Rebuild Questions
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Wed, 8 Apr 2009 14:39:23 -0400
    ...So I called and found out they offer Rebuild kits based on the same components they use for each of their engines they sell...
  • Re: Where's my fuel tank leaking from?!
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Wed, 7 Apr 2010 21:00:19 -0700
    ...VWG/Airhead's selling these off the shelf faster than they can make up the kits! All pieces are in stock, takes 10 minutes...
  • Re: diesel conversion woes ...
    Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
    Mon, 17 Aug 2015 04:32:51 -0500
    ...On Aug 16, 2015 7:47 PM, "vw_van_fan_Mark" <madvws@cox.net> wrote: > That FAS exhaust kit won't fit an AAZ...
  • Berg Short shift kit install
    Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
    Mon, 31 Jul 2000 14:58:44 -0700
    While ordering the new rebuilt tranny from Weddle's, I had him throw a short shift kit in the package to avoid Berg's...
  • While I'm Replacing the Engine
    Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
    Fri, 6 Apr 2001 05:19:59 -0000
    After all is said and done, I decided I couldn't justify the extra $1000 for the TIICO kit, so I ordered an engine...
  • Re: Thread repair kit for loan or rent?
    Historical mailing list - Kevin
    Tue, 27 Apr 2004 10:17:04 -0400
    ...Thread repair kit for loan or rent? Is anyone willing to loan or rent a M14-1.5 thread repair kit? This is the...
  • Re: Headlight Relay Kit - Just moved to Columbus, OH
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sat, 11 Dec 2004 13:04:36 -0700
    ...Headlight Relay Kit - Just moved to Columbus, OH I have been driving in two lane roads a lot at night just north of Columbus...
  • Re: Let there be LIGHT!!!
    Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
    Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:31:50 -0230
    ...you didn't use a conversion kit, and I honestly don't know exactly why > the kit works as well as it does. But...
  • Mechanical TDI update, plus brand-new diesel conversion kits available!
    Historical mailing list - Karl M
    Fri, 7 Dec 2001 02:07:56 -0500
    ...The kit also includes a raised deck lid assembly to provide clearance. Plans are in store to also offer this kit in a TDI...
  • Re: Re,First Aid Kits
    Historical mailing list - Jack
    Fri, 27 Sep 2002 19:49:36 -0800
    ...But a reasonable FA kit and a few evenings/weekends spent learning how to use it is not a too big an investment, IHMO...
  • Re: Solar collector
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 20 Dec 2014 09:52:21 -0500
    ...Solar collector I just received my GOWESTY solar kit to add power to my auxiliary battery and read the instruction install sheet. The recommended...
  • rectangular E-Code headlights
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Sun, 24 Jan 1999 11:13:06 -0800
    ...at automotive performance shops and >they are cheaper after you have the fit kit. >My only interest in Randy's kit is getting better...
  • Re: Foil Replacement - GW Kit
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Sat, 6 Jan 2024 16:43:10 -0600
    ...Very pleased with the kit and easy installation, except the last step. This is related to something Dennis said recently about getting a good...
  • Awning info..
    Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
    Sat, 9 Dec 1995 11:10:09 +0000
    ...403-451-6939 I have a 10' Norseman Apollo awning with VW adapter bracket kit in which I paid $455 CDN for the awning...
  • Flywheel Seal Replacement
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 15 Jan 2007 13:12:46 -0600
    ...kit?? It will about double the cost of parts, but a clutch disc alone is in the neighborhood of $75, while a clutch kit...
  • Re: The wire harness becomes brittle
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 5 Feb 2007 17:57:57 -0800
    ...2-18414 boot > > but the msd-kit looks good quality for a sharp price > -- Jake 1984 Vanagon GL 1986 Westy Weekender "Dixie" www.crescentbeachguitar...
  • "A" head gasket needed
    Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
    Thu, 10 Oct 2013 23:13:50 -0400
    I am in need of a single rubber head gasket, without buying the full kit again. I just replaced the heads on an engine...
  • Dometic Romoval/Go Westy Shelving Kit
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Sat, 7 Apr 2012 22:13:11 -0600
    ...Strong recommendation for this kit, the accuracy and quality of the instructions, and ease of installation. http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_details.php...
  • Re: Looking For A Westy Interior
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:49:13 EST
    ...I would > be ok without the Westy sized bed and rear cabinet, only needing > kitchen cabinet, if it came to that, as I do...
  • Re: Fwd: Lights off when key off (was DRLs)
    Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
    Thu, 17 Sep 1998 18:27:24 -0400
    James Shinosky (JMSHINOSKY@aol.com) said on the date of 9/17/98 4:37 PM >Im considering getting this kit for my vanagon...
  • rebuilt powering steering pump again
    Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
    Tue, 5 Jan 1999 09:29:48 -0800
    ...A rebuild kit is $29.95. I think I will get a sixxer of pabst and the rebuild kit and thrash away at it...
  • Re: WBX replacement
    Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
    Mon, 1 Mar 1999 19:50:10 -0600
    > Joshua the $4500 is not just for a rebuilt engine but also includes the > 5-cylinder installation kit (coolant system, exhaust system, > injection system...
  • Power steering kit for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 15 Jan 2001 13:52:37 EST
    ...Does someone tell me those parts in detail? > Does anyone have complete parts?? > > i have a full kit for installing PS into a Non...
  • WTB aux oil cooler kit
    Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
    Sun, 10 Jun 2001 09:59:33 -0700
    ...I have checked the archives and found several references on WTB various parts forthe system, but no single source for a complete kit. I...
  • Re: smoked rear taillights found - Re: clear tailights and a job
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 24 Nov 2002 15:49:29 +1300
    ...he makes kits to fit various Porsche brakes to our beloved T3s, and eventually I will be buying a kit. He's very helpful...
  • Re: Fuel Tank Reseal Kit Update
    Historical mailing list - jbange
    Thu, 2 Dec 2004 08:35:45 -0800
    ...is for them to be included in the fuel tank reseal kit, but put in their own small zip-bag with a small slip...
  • Trailer wiring kit
    Historical mailing list - steve meassick
    Mon, 15 May 2017 15:38:54 +0000
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  • Re: 2.5 litre upgrade kit
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 29 Dec 95 10:49:58 +0100
    Hub translates to stroke... Brian.
  • Re: What to look for
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sat, 29 Mar 2003 21:41:06 +1200
    A Subaru engine and KEP kit...
  • Re: Revell Vanagon model kits
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Wed, 15 Aug 2007 16:43:04 +1200
    Better yet, does TAMIYA make one?
  • Re: Big brake kit question for `87 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:38:16 -0700
    ...275mm versus 288 >>> >>> >>> On Jul 28, 2011, at 3:25 PM, BenT Syncro wrote: >>> >>>> Chances are, those are big brake kits from Overland. They...