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• Florida Keys
  Historical mailing list - Tracey
  Sun, 3 Nov 2002 22:22:42 -0500
  ...I am a seasoned visitor to the area, but have never camped in a campground or with a Westy there...so any tips (including...
• Re: VW V-8 engine
  Historical mailing list - Ian X
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 04:22:11 -0800
  ...90 Westy Syncro, Cannot get the SVX power soon enough! __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• running ETKA on Win XP home?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Benjamin
  Wed, 17 Dec 2003 07:21:34 -0800
  ...I've tried all the tips on the disk without success. If anyone has ideas please drop me a line. I know the program...
• car bra mildew
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Kahler
  Wed, 12 Jan 2005 09:24:29 -0800
  ...also, what is the best way to clean the bra? any tips / tricks would be welcome! thanks! Dylan '85 Westfalia ============================== Dylan Kahler Art Director...
• Tips for removing rear trailing-arm bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Walt Oliver
  Tue, 26 Sep 2006 14:13:58 -0400
  Greetings Collective Wisdom, I'm changing my trailing arms in order to fit larger wheels & tires, and the only things in my way now...
• Re: 7 horn?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Mon, 10 Apr 2006 17:26:30 -0400
  ...Chris On 4/10/06, Brian Tipsword <nobleman1962@yahoo.com> wrote: > > Hi Chris, > > What is this 7 horn thing? > > Very curious, > Brian
• Gas tank sealing?
  Historical mailing list - wayne withers
  Sat, 6 Oct 2007 07:14:59 -0700
  ...If it is I am looking for tips on the best way to do this. I read the instructions offered by POR-15 fuel...
• Re: Coolant change questions
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:03:45 -0800
  ...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: clutch time, reccomendations/tips?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:01:47 -0700
  ...clutch time, reccomendations/tips? >> >> >>> Try splitting the difference with Bus Depot's $159 Luk HD kit. A >>> little more than the than the $130...
• Re: Archive or shocks
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 3 Dec 2024 09:12:35 -0500
  ...shocks on my 84. > > My questions for the list is any tips or steps in the process? > > I remember jacking up the van, having...
• Re: Wanted: Tips and Tricks - Muffler Removal - '88GL-Bracket direction
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 10 Aug 2013 09:01:08 -0400
  ...2:25 PM >> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >> Subject: Re: Wanted: Tips and Tricks - Muffler Removal - '88GL >> >> Hmm. Mine were installed like a U...
• Re: Water tank pump replacement tips wanted
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 7 Jun 2014 15:11:07 -0400
  ...Water tank pump replacement tips wanted > > Hi Stewart, > > > Nope, only your reply. But, your response is just what I needed. > Sounds like your confirming...
• Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:44:14 -0800
  ...com> Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 2:08 PM Subject: Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check > On Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 2...
• Cable lube tool instructions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 30 Dec 2023 20:16:49 -0500
  ...So, how do I insert the metal cable or the casing part? Where does the lube get sprayed? Any tips appreciated. I asked my...
• Re: Looking for quality sliding door bottom track
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:24:30 -0500
  ...A difference of 20%. > > > Does anyone have a lead on a particularly well made 251-801-254? > > > Thanks for any tips! -- Thanks, Ken Wilford...
• Re: Syncro starter repair
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 10 Dec 2015 11:05:36 -0800
  ...Not a Syncro owner-operator but I can see those pics notes and tips being quite beneficial for Syncronauts. Particularly the weld rod tip...
• Intermittent speedometer failure
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 17 Aug 2015 22:19:00 -0400
  Hi folks, I’d love some tips concerning a new strange problem with my speedometer. this troubling behavior just started on our recent weekend...
• Tip needed on accessing license plate bulb
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 27 Jul 2013 15:08:39 -0400
  ...So tips on this plastic lens removal or directions on how to access the bulb would be appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL Westfalia auto
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 06:59:35 -0600
  ...I don't abuse them, but the tips on my set are warped or bent, something I would expect from a cheap set. Jim...
• Re: Speed sensor mod kit "kit"
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:08:39 -0500
  ...the web and found this link: > http://ivanagon.com/i_Vanagon_Tips.html > > It shows a modification to the vanagon "speed sensor" that allegedly...
• Re: What to check first unstable idle
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:41:45 -0600
  ...Warren >>Anybody have any tips on where to start looking for reason for unstable = idle? 88 2.1L idles 900 then speeds up to...
• 87 GL CV Probs: Roll Reversal Successful
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Mon, 24 Nov 1997 18:06:37 -0600
  Volks, Thanks to all who responded w/tips on CVs before the List last went down. I settled on having my mech do the...
• Re: Sliding Window in rear Door
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 23 Feb 1999 13:32:13 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: I buy it, was: Cold starts fouling plugs, was Plat Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 26 May 1999 18:16:02 -0400
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Heading NORTH on 20w-50
  Historical mailing list - Scott Davis
  Sat, 11 Dec 1999 10:06:15 EST
  ...any tips on save-the-day spare parts to keep under the back seat? Thanks! Scott and Candis [Roxi Blueboxy]
• Tips ?
  Historical mailing list - Jean-Philippe Lerda
  Thu, 18 May 2000 17:08:34 +0200
  Hi volks I just get my 88 transporter out of the garage with a rebuilt engine. Apart from all the common advice from the...
• Re: luggage rack storage chest
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 17 May 2000 18:30:43 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: Rear Wheel Bearing Greasing
  Historical mailing list - T Berk
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 10:48:08 -0800
  ...Any pitfalls or tips for doing this > on a Vanagon? > > Mark Ingalls I'd like to add, bearings in general- . Replace ALL grease in...
• Bad in town Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Craig Spaeth
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 21:33:04 -0800
  ...Anyone have any tips for this kind of driving? thanks in advance, Craig the Gorge VW club
• 2.0 ABA Conversion
  Historical mailing list - joseph Trussell
  Tue, 3 Sep 2002 11:03:22 -0600
  ...I'm considering putting it in my Vanagon, and am wondering if anyone has experience with this particular motor and can offer suggestions, tips...
• guess a gasket quiz
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 08:03:33 -0800
  ...com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2404520457&category=6755 __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• measurements please
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sat, 29 Nov 2003 14:26:49 -0500
  ...8HMBENUS/2746??PS=">Set yourself up for fun at home! Get tips on home entertainment equipment, video game reviews, and more here.</a> </html>
• 2.1 heads needed
  Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
  Tue, 23 Mar 2004 19:42:19 -0800
  ...to spend 1000 bucks on some brand new ones. _________________________________________________________________ Get tax tips, tools and access to IRS forms � all in one place at MSN...
• Re: speakers for front doors
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
  Wed, 28 Jan 2004 17:03:44 -0600
  ...time, but within a couple weeks of each other). > Anybody have tips on replacements? Are there some good speakers that > wiill fit right in...
• No reverse lights, and have to be in neutral to start
  Historical mailing list - Trina Lindal
  Mon, 16 May 2005 12:14:03 -0700
  ...mechanically inclined person could figure out? Any not-in-the-Bentley tips? Or should I just read the Bentley and not bother you? Thanks...
• heaters Espar -vs - Propex
  Historical mailing list - Brian Tipsword
  Thu, 15 Dec 2005 22:16:32 -0800
  ...Thanks, Brian Tipsword Salem, OR __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
• Re: propex flavors
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 20:39:46 -0500
  ...it up. > > > On Oct 21, 2005, at 2:19 PM, Brian Tipsword wrote: > >> I am looking around for the current models of propex furnaces...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 20 Mar 2006 to 21 Mar 2006 - Special issue (#2006-244)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 21 Mar 2006 16:05:48 -0800
  ...has anyone put a subwoofer under the bench > seat? Any > tips? I was thinking I could put a 10" and have the box custom...
• Re: Blue wire to aux battery dead
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Sun, 6 May 2007 21:53:22 -0700
  ...out where I > should be looking. > > Can anybody give me some tips on this? > > Thanks > Gregor > -- Neil Nicholson. 1981 Air Cooled Westfalia. http://web...
• Part request interior panel
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 26 Dec 2022 18:49:01 +0000
  ...I feel like there were some useful tips on this some years back with some product recommendations. Thanks for tips or suggestions. I’m...
• Re: replacing hoses on oil cooler
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 12 May 2011 20:50:17 -0400
  Good tips Dennis. My water pump is sleeping and I don't want to wake it, but that does seem like the easy way...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 7 Sep 2010 18:56:43 -0700
  ...be snap-on tips for the screwdriver handle, > including Torx as well as an impressive collection of other fairly > useless tips. The handle counts...
• Oil Buzzer Problem Solved (I hope!!)!
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Wed, 15 Aug 2007 09:03:12 -0400
  ...insane!) After changing oil, filters, checking sending units, burning finger tips, cutting finger tips, a couple of Dopple Korns, etc, etc... I woke up...
• Re: Fishing wire from courtesy light to behind dash
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sun, 15 Apr 2018 21:46:53 +0000
  ...Any tips on this? I've > already > consulted the Samba site but didn't see anything useful.... > > Thanks! > > Steven > 91 Westy >
• Re: Rear Brake Shoes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 20 Nov 2011 17:46:11 -0500
  ...Maybe it's the liner that they use? Any suggestions, thoughts and tips will be greatly appreciated. TIA, Paul 85 WWW El Lobo Loco
• 79 Bus--re unplugging drains and fixing turn signal
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 28 Jun 1995 02:02:52 -0400
  ...Any advice or tips on how to clean out these pipes would be appreciated. Also, just this evening, my turn signal started acting up...
• Re's to FWD MSG: Westie For Six Months in Europe
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
  Tue, 6 May 97 18:03:53 UT
  ...sell it there when finished after 6 months or so) any tips on what's available, what to avoid, insurance costs the petrol vs...
• North to Alaska
  Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
  Tue, 29 Jun 1999 17:07:07 -0400
  ...Any tips on little-known places to see and stay are appreciated. Hope I run into some other listmembers on the road. Bill www...
• Re: TII
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 10:17:13 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• cover for winter storage
  Historical mailing list - Dan Landry
  Wed, 27 Sep 2000 21:49:31 ADT
  ...General advice and tips for laying-up the van would also be nice. It's going to be stored in an unheated barn, Oct...
• Swivel seats with adjustable arm rests
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sat, 24 Nov 2001 12:15:01 -0800
  ...I have received so much private email from members with tips and improvement ideas. My next project I got idea from jimmary jimmary@softcom...
• Re: Ebay Deutchland
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 12:49:36 -0500
  ...to play with.....screwed again. > >Happy dreaming, > >Jerry McCavitt > >'86 Syncro GL 15" > > > >--------------------------------- >Do you Yahoo!? >Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, and more
• broken stabilizer link
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Kennedy
  Mon, 9 Jun 2003 10:56:11 -0700
  ...Also, any tips on the R&R? It looked like getting the bushing out of the link and off the flared end of the...
• Re: Request - Tips & Tricks - Wiper Arm Removal
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 7 Oct 2007 17:28:48 -0400
  Prior to completely removing the nut make sure the wiper arm is up off the windshield. Otherwise, the spring will help hold it on...
• removing interior door panels
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Sat, 5 Apr 2008 20:44:29 -0400
  ...Thanks, and thanks also for all the tips on insulation. I am using the Lowes Peel and Stick and Great Stuff foam for windows...
• Re: clutch time
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Tue, 25 Mar 2008 15:56:01 -0600
  ...I am wondering what the best kit is and > also, can the replacement happen with out removing the engine entirely? > Any > tips are greatly...
• Re: Headlight grill.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:43:57 EDT
  ...chris ************** Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges? Check out WalletPop for the latest news and information, tips and calculators. (http...
• Leakdown, Compression & Light wiring
  Historical mailing list - Tieitup
  Wed, 7 Jan 2009 19:59:03 -0600
  ...Leakdown Test, tips and tricks before I attempt myself. Compression, all cylinders at 120? Light Wiring: Year ago April, I was on the side...
• Re: [Syncro] Syncro lower control arm bushing tips?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 26 Aug 2004 23:08:54 -0400
  ...Syncro@yahoogroups.com; Vanagon Mailing List Subject: [Syncro] Syncro lower control arm bushing tips? So, my hand was called. I've been sitting on...
• Re: Off topic - Tips for beetle
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:33:03 -0500
  ...Off topic - Tips for beetle > In a message dated 11/25/08 1:49:42 PM Eastern Standard Time, > jeffmichal@YAHOO.COM writes: > > >> Hey...