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Lubrication of Heater/Ventilation Control Cables
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Sat, 16 Dec 2023 17:30:01 +0000
...never been lubricated; I think now is a good time. Any tips on what to do or what not to do? I am thinking...
Re. Was rear wheel studs and 1.5" GW springs
Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
Sun, 16 Mar 2014 09:32:43 -0500
...Thanks for the tips and advice as usual! Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy
Re: Stealth Vanagon Camping
Historical mailing list - Michael Rasmussen
Thu, 11 Nov 2010 07:04:47 -0800
...Could the urban stealth campers share some tips on spot selection? -- Michael Rasmussen, Portland Oregon Trading kilograms for kilometers since 2003 Be appropriate && Follow...
Re: '84 Hub cap problem
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 7 Jul 2010 20:20:49 -0400
...Anyone dealt >with this problem? Suggestions? Tips on making the hub cap "just a >little bigger? Two suggestions: a) put tiny dab of grease...
Re: Seals on automatic differential
Historical mailing list - Zolly
Sun, 11 Jul 2010 11:05:43 -0700
...Seals on automatic differential > Does anyone have any experience replacing these themselves? Any tips, > tricks, traps, warnings? Or should I punt this one and...
Auxillary Battery
Historical mailing list - Aaron Robinson
Mon, 12 Sep 94 16:58:44 PDT
...Any tips or information would be welcome. Please mail me directly! Aaron Robinson Robinso@wsuvm1.csc.wsu.edu
My fridge is stuck!
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Tue, 9 Sep 1997 02:48:15 -0400
...Any tips from the Domestic 182B sages out there? I was thinking that plastic explosives might help....<g> Thanks 'Todd '88 Westfalia
Re: Ballpark mileage figures please
Historical mailing list - Jason Yasment
Sat, 27 Mar 1999 19:40:35 -0500
...get me thinking. > > I was wondering what kind of mileage to expect for the > > following cars: > > Vanagon > > Vanagon Syncro > > > Thanks for any tips, > ...Markus >
Re: Rebuilds, was: Mechanic Horror Stories
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Wed, 12 May 1999 11:51:49 -0400
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Re: more gearing (longish)
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 14 May 1999 12:28:49 -0400
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Re: "The List"
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Fri, 10 Dec 1999 18:36:58 -0800
...So any tips on how to brainwash my wife? :) >David > > Tell her you are a member of the organization that ACTUALLY is in control...
Re: Spring startup
Historical mailing list - John Flaherty
Tue, 1 May 2001 21:00:31 -0400
...Can somebody provide a few spring startup tips other than the usual fluid level checks. I tried the archives several times to no avail...
side door handle for 84'
Historical mailing list - Derek Hitchcock
Tue, 12 Jun 2001 12:52:21 -0600
...As well, I'm curious about tips on how to go about replacing the old one - the dgree to which I have to dismantle...
Brake Fluid Change
Historical mailing list - Brian Kelly
Tue, 28 Aug 2001 15:27:02 EDT
...Any tips gratefully accepted. Brian Kelly 86 GL Westfalia. [text/html]
Engine cut off- 90' Westy
Historical mailing list - Rob Cassam
Sun, 20 Jan 2002 22:29:31 -0500
...Any suggestions?? Your tips are greatly appreciated! Thanks Rob 90' Westy
Re: Helicoils
Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
Sat, 18 May 2002 14:58:52 -0400
...Does anyone know where I can purchase helicoils? > >Also, I would appreciate any tips on installing one. I've seen it done, but never...
silver windshield blockers: do they disintegrate in hot climates?
Historical mailing list - Deanna Scoggin Torra
Tue, 19 Nov 2002 10:49:13 -0800
...Also, any other tips on keeping the van as cool as possible would be appreciated. I've got curtains all around and will be...
SA grill install questions
Historical mailing list - David K.
Sun, 2 Mar 2003 13:57:56 -0800
...Thanks, David Kelly 1990 Syncro Vanagolf 15" 1963 Comet Convertible 1976 CB550 Super Sport Seattle --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips...
pop top canvas install, please help
Historical mailing list - vanagon
Tue, 16 Mar 2004 13:30:43 -0800
...or will you be pulling in more than that? Any other tips? I have the roof off and upside down on carpet in the...
main bearing torque
Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
Sun, 4 Apr 2004 20:56:31 -0700
...greatly appreciate it. _________________________________________________________________ Tax headache? MSN Money provides relief with tax tips, tools, IRS forms and more! http://moneycentral.msn.com/tax/workshop/welcome...
Re: stripped oil drain plug
Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
Sat, 28 Jan 2006 11:13:22 EST
...any tips on getting this sucker out so I can replace it without damaging the case? Thanks! cr Hi Chris, I just stripped mine...
Re: (rear) cv joint
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 24 Feb 2006 22:08:32 -0600
...the joint is okay without removing everything? And is > changing just the boot easier than changing the whole bearing? > > Thanks for any tips... > > -Wes > >
early or late 81? (looking for starter)
Historical mailing list - chris
Thu, 13 Jul 2006 09:36:18 -0700
...mine a 'late 81' - meaning I would use that starter that busdepot has listed above? thanks for any tips, suggestions, or misc tomfoolery. chris
Help.. replaceing rear heater core 87 Vanagon GL
Historical mailing list - Jamie McMahon
Wed, 21 Feb 2007 23:04:40 +0000
...What I need is some tips on doing it correctly. I have checked the archive and did not find much info. Do I need...
Re: Oil is Killing our Cars?
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Thu, 22 Feb 2007 20:32:15 -0800
...Oil is Killing our Cars? Has anyone read this article? <http://www.svmgcc.org/tech_tips/oil_is_killing.htm> It does say Castrol...
Re: Headlight grill/hatch light switch
Historical mailing list
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:00:49 EDT
...to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http://www.walletpop.com/?NCID=emlcntuswall00000001)
Re: Windshield washer tank repair questions
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sat, 13 May 2017 18:53:49 -0700
...it I’d love >> to start with any list suggestions on tips for tank removal and inspection >> or other likely problems such as hose...
Re: repairing sliding window latch
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Tue, 22 May 2007 22:28:27 -0400
I got a few tips offlist from the wise. I now see that the threads are indeed metal, but the whole metal part is...
Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 6 Dec 2022 09:46:49 -0500
...Again any tips or experiences appreciated. Amazing that I’m still learning about these vans after all these years. Eric > On Dec 5, 2022...
Re: Coolant change questions
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 22:26:41 -0500
...to purchase to have on hand to refill? >> >> Any tips on draining? >> >> Any tips on filling and bleeding? >> >> This is a 1.9 system...
Re: Heater
Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:18:57 -0500
...have a instruction manual for one of these > heaters. > Also any tips for starting one up after unknown years of sitting and > collecting dust...
Re: Broken down travelers need help ASAP
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Sun, 18 Aug 2013 04:03:07 -0700
Happy, indeed. �Congrats to all and thanks for the tech tips. Stephen ________________________________ From: David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Sent...
Re: Replacement of Temp II sensor
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 23 Aug 2013 13:51:50 -0400
...Replacement of Temp II sensor Anyone got any tips on how to remove the electrical connector? Is there some secret trick? Mine refuses to...
Re: Blower Knobs -- is this normal?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Tue, 22 May 2012 08:04:41 -0700
...Thanks for the tips on gumming them back in. -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott Bend, Ore. On 05/21/2012 06:50 PM, Scott...
Throttle Idle RPM question
Historical mailing list - Ramon Hill
Thu, 1 Oct 2009 11:58:17 -0500
...Thanks, for any tips! Ramon
Re: [NVC] Do you like camping in the rain?
Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:55:19 -0400
Rocket J Squirrel <camping.elliott@GMAIL.COM> writes: > How do you folks feel about camping in the rain? Any tips for keeping the > inside...
Re: Manual Steering Rack Rebuilder?
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sun, 9 Aug 2009 21:04:53 -0500
...Anybody replaced these and can give me some tips? Jim
Was regarding the Dremel - now 4 pack ub12220 batteries install
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Mon, 6 Apr 2009 20:45:23 -0600
> Bob, Can you put up some photos of the battery installation? > Pieces to trim, etc. > Where did you buy the batteries, any wiring tips...
Re: MAJOR CHANGES @ VOLKS-MOTORSPORTS!!!!!!!! READ PLEASE!!!!
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Mon, 2 Nov 1998 17:55:01 -0500
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: Mercedes Wheels
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Tue, 3 Nov 1998 10:42:06 -0500
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: Any Westy Owners like Music and "Gathering"?
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Tue, 12 Jan 1999 08:13:40 -0500
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: EveryBus 2000 Webpage Update
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Fri, 3 Mar 2000 12:30:12 -0500
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
85 GL Radiator Fan Problem
Historical mailing list - Marc Theune
Sat, 3 Jun 2000 10:18:05 -0400
...Also, any tips I should know when replacing these items would be greatly appreciated as well. Marc Theune 85 Vanagon GL Atlanta, GA
Vanagons in hot climates
Historical mailing list - =David-M=
Thu, 24 Aug 2000 05:39:50 -0400
...I'm interested in hearing from anyone with tips on running a Vanagon in a hot climate. My Arizona orientation guide says rubber items...
Re: California Beach Camping ??
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Mon, 14 May 2001 09:18:32 -0700
...I have heard that there are places we could camp on the beach, like in the Half Moon Bay area ??? Any tips? Thanks Tom...
New to Water cooled and list, 1 need
Historical mailing list - John Baker
Thu, 21 Jun 2001 21:14:23 -0400
...Any one have any tips? Glad to part of yet another list of Good Ole' VW Folks!! Peace, John Baker 1966 Split Bus camper...
Re: Front air dam, front air dam/ chin spoiler for sale
Historical mailing list
Mon, 28 Jan 2002 01:25:52 EST
...a front air dam set-up,I'm looking for any tips to > installing one on a vanagon that didn't have one .It...
Re: Burning Man Tips?
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Thu, 14 Aug 2003 14:54:54 -0500
I've got a good friend who is driving his Bay Window from Austin, Texas to Burning Man. He has been preparing for months...
Re: Rust Removal
Historical mailing list - John Meeks
Tue, 16 Sep 2003 20:22:12 -0400
...Any suggestions, tips, pointers or product plugs? Anyone have a webpage outlining rust removal procedures? Thanks, D -- David /NJ 85 Wolfsburg Westy "Beatrix" 90...
Re: 1991 Vangon GL
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sat, 8 Mar 2008 10:07:56 -0800
...its called a > "carrot > top"?? :<P > > > ************** > It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL > Money & Finance. > (http://money.aol.com...
Selling stuff on �the Samba. - Best way to ensure gettin paid
Historical mailing list - JP
Wed, 2 Apr 2008 21:48:27 -0500
...Any tips or advice are welcome. Thanks all, JP
Wing Window Rivet for the top pivot point.
Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:04:08 -0800
...Any tips on this?
Re: small coolant hose replacement tips needed
Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
Sat, 11 Jan 2014 18:15:42 -0800
...small coolant hose replacement tips needed Hi listers, � � � � I recently got my van back from a extended mechanical tuneup.� So far I'm a...
Re: westy kitchen mod question
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:19:30 -0400
...For more tips on westfalia interior install, start a fresh thread and I will gladly chime in (as may others that have done it...
Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
Historical mailing list - neil
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 14:55:42 -0800
...one, but found a good dash removal procedure in > archives. > > > > Any tips mucho appreciated though. > > > > Here's the actual question. > > > > Any suggestions on preventitive...
Re: How to remove front passenger seat
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 7 Jul 2020 20:31:45 -0400
...Any tips are appreciated! > > Thanks > Jeff > > Sent from my iPhone
Re: Removing front passenger seat
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 14 Oct 2016 17:43:28 -0700
...Any tips? Thanks Jeff Sent from my iPhone=
Re: Intermittent speedometer failure
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 18 Aug 2015 22:12:15 -0400
...I still hope to figure something out with someone’s tips! In the meantime I’m not going to start hitting my instrument panel...
Re: pry bars - was off with her heads
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Mon, 7 Oct 2013 13:28:27 -0400
...They come with 3 or more pry bars, bent end, squarish tips. >> >> Alistair >> > -- Tom Buese
What Service Do I Need?
Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
Fri, 28 Feb 1997 14:42:42 -0500 (EST)
...In light of the lack of frequent service, is there anything I should ask the mechanic to do or check? Any tips or suggestions...