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Re: How to get that (bleep) spare tire out (Part 3)
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 12 Mar 2011 06:50:55 -0600
...is getting a 215/65-16 tire in there with some >modification. > >Dennis > > >-----Original Message----- >From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
Re: Very special expedition Syncro for sale in the US
Historical mailing list - Jeff
Mon, 7 Jun 2010 18:38:13 -0700
...The owners would have to contract with a Registered Importer to perform the required modifications and certification. Doing it any other way would open...
Re: Fridge problems at altitude
Historical mailing list - wb6otg
Wed, 19 Jul 2000 15:38:46 -0400
...but the Westy supplement) says that Dometic has a high altitude modification available, call the Dometic dealer for details. I don't know anything...
Turbocharge your Westy fridge fan
Historical mailing list - Westyman
Thu, 19 Dec 2002 00:52:47 -0800
...The motor fits perfectly on the existing bracket, the only modification is to the fan blade, which will need it's hole enlarged by...
Re: digijet EFI on digifant engine - throttle switch in particular
Historical mailing list - JM/CO
Mon, 4 Aug 2003 18:10:00 -0400
The use of the single switch did not occur as a result of the change to Digifant, but was a modification of the Digijet...
Re: [Syncro] 16" Trailing Arms / BIG 15" Tires
Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
Fri, 17 Jan 2003 11:58:03 -0800
...as big as you can get up front. > Whith some minor modification you should be able to get > 215/75-15, in fact VolksCafe...
Re: Quest for instructions on AFM modification instructions
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Wed, 10 May 2023 08:49:28 -0700
http://www.geocities.ws/harald_nancy/intermitt._syndrome.htm Yor welcome, Steven 91 Westy On Tue, May 9, 2023, 8:18 PM Eric Caron...
Re: Dometic Fan - big difference
Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
Tue, 30 Jul 2019 17:54:59 -0700
...Simple modification, with the fridge out. I didn't > have to cut any cabinets, and easily spliced a switch into the 12v power. > > This...
Re: For Ben T - Where has everyone gone?
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Tue, 11 Jun 2019 14:41:37 -0700
...My contributions to this list waned after several PMs suggested that I presented too much technical detail in the many posts on various modifications...
Re: Projektzwo driving light compatibility
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 3 Dec 2010 22:51:50 -0600
...List who was looking to replicate the grill extensions with a modification to allow the acceptance of a more common Hella (or other comparable...
Re: Stroking a type 4
Historical mailing list - Scott Morrow
Mon, 15 Apr 1996 12:08:16 -0500
...It will give more torque and power >without expensive modifications. If mor is needed, go the corvair option. >Dennis. I had a 140hp corvair...
Re: 82 Vanagon gearbox swap ?
Historical mailing list - Leavitt
Wed, 19 Mar 1997 02:00:36 -0500
...I'm not stating that this type of modification is definitely possible, I really wouldn't know, but I'm sure that it would...
Re: Engine Conversion and MPG
Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
Sun, 23 Jul 2000 11:25:57 -0700
...Are you getting it with a > conversion or modifications or stock. I am dripping along at 16 mpg, > with a motor that doesn't...
Re: adding an oven to a westy
Historical mailing list - jimt
Sat, 7 May 2005 18:59:00 -0600
...stove and > heat frozen meals, etc...? > > i've seen the microwave modification, but i'm not too into using microwaves. > > i found this: > http...
Re: Closet Modification
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Wed, 30 Nov 2005 06:12:22 EST
In a message dated 29/11/2005 2:20:15 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: Did you also open...
Re: Dometic Wiring Question
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sat, 16 Aug 2008 06:47:38 EDT
...out the fridge, runs on propane, ac, and 12v, did the modification to the air pump, cleaned up the rust that was behind the...
Fw: Re: Battery Isolators vs. Relays
Historical mailing list - Julian Burden
Thu, 13 Dec 2001 13:58:18 -0500
...I would not recommend this method - but as Ron says, others are using the modification and seem happy. <SNIP> > I'm not sure here...
Re: LED Panel Switches for Dometic Exhaust Fan
Historical mailing list - FRANK CONDELLI
Thu, 12 Sep 2019 03:30:36 -0400
...You can read my complete write up of Dometic Fridge Maintenance and Modifications here: <http://www.frankcondelli.com/fridge.htm <http://www.frankcondelli.com...
Re: List/mail question...not vanagon vehicle specific but Vanagon List content-specific.....
Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
Sat, 26 Apr 2014 22:54:13 -0400
I don't know the actual answer, but it appears that Google has made some modifications to its spam filters, probably in response to...
Re: Slider Extension-Really large tires and related expenses!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 8 Mar 2013 01:26:59 -0500
...For off road many travels modifications make the transition from being stuck in the mud or sand to being broken down. Dennis -----Original Message...
Re: Substitute for the RM182B
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Mon, 13 Aug 2012 22:33:29 -0400
...It fits right in there with no modifications of the > cabinets. You will either have the change the 220v heating element > to a 110v...
Re: 2.0 L ABA engine monted at 50 degrees
Historical mailing list - neil N
Sat, 9 Feb 2008 10:06:33 -0800
...If yes can I lower the power pack so I don't have to make > any modifications ? > Best regards. > Gilles Turmel > -- Neil Nicholson. 1981...
Questions, questions, questions
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Fri, 23 Jun 1995 21:22:34 -0700 (PDT)
...What modifications/additions can I make to improve > these? Will parts from later models fit (i.e., wider alloy wheels, largers > brake discs)? I...
Re: Bying/Selling on the list & morons
Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
Thu, 13 Oct 2005 18:23:47 +1300
...I have spent over $7100US on my van's BRAKES, not to mention other modifications. -- Andrew Grebneff Dunedin New Zealand Fossil preparator <andrew.grebneff...
Re: Can the pre 86 upper grill be fitted into a post 85 vanagon?
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Thu, 17 Nov 2005 15:18:36 -0800
...Plus, this allows me to revert to just the standard two round 7" headlights in future if desired with no modifications. The gist of...
Re: Big Door Rear Cabinent
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:18:19 EST
...I also sent you my weblink, _Westy Rear Closet Modification_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/closet.htm) , of the rear cabinet in my Westy...
Re: Installing weekender interior in pass. van
Historical mailing list
Tue, 29 Jan 2008 21:25:45 EST
...They say that it involves modifications to > the roof and welding. I'll contact them again tomorrow. > > Has anyone here put a Westy weekender...
Re: Smoked Tailights Interested??
Historical mailing list - marcus
Mon, 22 Jun 1998 11:13:23 -0700
...If aftermarket modifications are permanent and you > happen to be stopped by the police (if tinted modifications are illegal > in your state), he can...
Re: Quest for instructions on AFM modification instructions
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Tue, 9 May 2023 23:11:30 -0600
EC Maybe in here > https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=377466&postorder=desc > On 9 May , 2023, at 9:18 PM...
16" Wheels, Tires, Big Brakes
Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
Sun, 1 May 2016 21:37:10 -0400
...True? So, what attractive wheel options are available that will work without modification? What actual tires are available that are decent and that will...
Re: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO - LT195/75R14/D tires - first impressions
Historical mailing list - Rob
Tue, 8 Jan 2013 10:10:13 -0700
...Even if siped, which would be considered a modification, that would not alter the legal situation. mcneely" I suspect the "legal" situation for the...
Re: rear seat swap
Historical mailing list - David Milo
Tue, 7 Jul 2009 06:11:18 -0400
...Does anyone know if I > will require any special modifications to pull this off? Has anyone > done this before? > > Thanks in advance, > > Warren in...
trip report (short) odd vanagon
Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
Fri, 19 Apr 1996 16:12:20 -0400
...I couldn't tell if it was a custom modification or some type of Brazilian/Euro hybrid. It was raining and the owners wern...
Re: 5-cylinder swap update (kits are ready!)
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Wed, 9 Dec 1998 18:18:11 -0800
Chris, Thanks for telling me about the oil dip stick/tube modification But you didn't answer my question about coolant fill tank or...
Re: Audi motors vs. VW (reformatted) vs Modified Wasserboxer
Historical mailing list - Pat
Sun, 13 Dec 1998 01:48:04 -0500
...10:1 9:1 9:1 > > >Why switch when a few modifications can get you more power. Simply coat the >heads and the head...
Re: Rear Bumper Concerns
Historical mailing list - Sam Bateman
Tue, 17 Nov 1998 22:37:38 EST
...it could be bent more than it would without such a modification. The welder said he could do the job for $100, which seems...
Re: fuel filter and suspension
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Mon, 6 Mar 2000 20:13:51 -0700
...I love this van and have made some > modifications so that I can haul sheets of plywood for my cabinetmaking > business. But I want...
Question on Waterboxer Power vs transplants.
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Wed, 30 May 2001 23:00:36 -0800
...It would seem that any of the known waterboxer modifications could make up this difference. For starters from the Volks CAFE website it looks...
Re: Equipped for the Left Coast
Historical mailing list - Wade Shen
Sun, 8 Jul 2001 12:06:30 -0400
...in your Wolfsburger, you'd need to make some after market modifications, first. To begin with, you'd likely want to convert your Wolfsburger...
Re: Front seat replacements
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Wed, 30 Oct 2002 10:48:55 -0500
...was > wondering if > the Eurovan seats fit in the tracks without modification. I have put > 5,000 > miles on the van since April and...
Re: Calling all OPTIMA BATTERY USERS!
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 10 Feb 2004 08:35:16 EST
...If you lie the battery on its side you will need to make some slight modifications to the battery box, in Westfalia's only...
Re: Camper/ pop top conversion
Historical mailing list - J. Walker
Thu, 27 Oct 94 14:49:16 CDT
...The cool thing is that the top >was designed as a dealer conversion for the Transporter and does not need the >body modifications (reinforcements...
Re: square headlight upgrade kit
Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
Sun, 10 Jan 1999 23:32:27 +0100
...No modifications or new brackets are needed in this case. Regards Helmut '80 Vanagaudi
Westie bought in England
Historical mailing list - Andrew Marshallsay
Tue, 9 May 2000 20:54:27 GMT
...The Van is in very original condition, I cannot see any modifications that have been made over the years. There are lots of original...
Re: What Specific Model Optima Auxiliary Battery Should I Buy? Any Comments on the Hella Kit?
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Fri, 29 Sep 2000 08:40:12 -0700
...2) Did we ever determine if there was any advantage to the Hella kit over the fridge relay modification on www.vanagon.com? Advantages...
Re: Coleman 12 volt/120 volt cooler for vanagon?
Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
Fri, 2 Feb 2001 10:09:59 -0800
...It would be a cheap fix > or > modification > > Phil 84' all white westy > "millenium flacon" > Adventurewagen wanted > (vanagon years) > > __________________________________________________ > Get personalized email addresses from...
Re: 1.25 or 1.4 rocker arms?
Historical mailing list - Timothy Hannink
Sat, 27 Oct 2001 10:06:35 -0400
...The drivetrain section of my web page has info on the rocker arms as well as some other performance modifications I've made to...
Re: RADIO/CD PLAYER QUESTIONS - common ground wiring
Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
Wed, 10 Dec 2003 12:09:08 -0500
...There is some possibility that a PO put in some modifications to the system. Sam -- Sam Walters Baltimore, MD 89 Syncro GL 85 Westy...
'80?/bizarre van ebay
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Wed, 3 Mar 2004 11:53:14 -0700
...be redone it a way to appear as a later model, modifications are not that uncommon on these vehicles, please feel free to contact...
Re: Optima Battery in 1980 AC Westy?
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 20 May 2004 05:58:58 EDT
...But with modifications. I tried it every-which-way and couldn't make it fit. My mechanic finally decided the best solution was to...
Re: adding an oven to a westy
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 8 May 2005 09:31:07 -0400
...stove and heat frozen meals, etc...? i've seen the microwave modification, but i'm not too into using microwaves. i found this: http...
Re: re-shaping vanagon gas tank for more capacity (Re: Reason for Saddle-shaped gas
Historical mailing list - Craig Morton
Mon, 25 Sep 2006 10:01:22 -0700
A potential problem that I have not seen addressed is internal rust prevention following the modification. When the tank is welded it will burn...
Calling all turbo charger / Diesel experts!!
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sat, 19 Oct 2002 08:40:01 -0700
...stock 0.80mm timing Modifications: None other than a nice free flow air intake system This is my understanding of how the turbo boost...
Re: 86 Drivetrain Into 82 Diesel?
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Mon, 14 Feb 2005 06:42:08 -0800
...Will a waterboxer >transmission mount (and related type shifter mechanism) bolt on without >modifications? > >Are there any other body differences between early and later...
Re: Mercedes 16 inch wheels for Vanagon?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 21 Aug 2015 17:56:24 -0400
...That will still require modifications to get it up there. For a 2WD I suggest a 225/60-16XL tire. Dennis -----Original Message----- From...
Re: Bentley Dometic fridge air pump mod - anybody tried it?
Historical mailing list - Rubatoguy
Tue, 27 Apr 1999 00:58:06 -0700
...if anybody on this list has done the fridge air supply > modification that is documented in the Bentley manual. This mod basically > involves beefing...
Re: VWs in Europe
Historical mailing list - CHRIS STANN
Tue, 8 Aug 2000 11:22:50 -0500
...a full > tank of gas for mixed rural / urban driving. > - No modifications have been made to the vehicle - it's the > same as it...
Re: Deeply Saddened and Troubled
Historical mailing list - T Berk
Tue, 19 Jun 2001 14:35:51 -0700
...I am on the list to learn more about Vanagons, and am interested in modifications to gain increased performance, reliability and usefulness. I also...
Re: RV recall on fuel injectors on Vanagon 1990 Multivan Westie
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 8 Aug 2002 16:28:18 -0400
...to my Westy ('88) I ended up geting a fuel line modification/replacement that the PO had not done. I think there is a...
Re: New stereo w/remote
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Mon, 18 Oct 2004 01:49:06 -0400
...I could put the MB Quarts in the (front door) spot without making any modifications, but I wouldn't have a grill on them...