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• Re: Recurrent Stalling Solved by Techron
  Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
  Sat, 13 Jan 2001 17:18:28 -0500
  ...Did VW change injector tips in later model vanagons? Smaller > orifices? > Anyone got any ideas. Carat has 67K (yes I said right, 67K) orig...
• Instrument dash lights not working
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 23 Jul 2024 11:56:51 -0400
  ...was normal. So, only the dash instrument lights left to sort out. Tips appreciated. This on my 85 GL with original foil. Eric Caron
• Re: Looking for tips on torquing the rear wheel bearing nuts
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 23 Jul 2019 19:04:49 -0700
  Add 300 to that and your good jim :-) I’ve used 1/2 breaker bar plus tube extension, you know how much you weigh...
• Re: Carpet and Flooring Repair - 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 22 Mar 2014 14:45:05 -0500
  ...Thanks for the tips on dealing with this issue. I think I know where there is a whole set of pads for a van...
• Re: Broken down in bishop ca!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 28 May 2013 21:28:14 -0700
  ...Anyone have any tips? Tranny replacement? > > Tim > 2.0 aba digifant 1.8 head > Converted from 82 diesel > > Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android >
• Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 21 Nov 1996 12:10:16 +0200
  ...STEBRO offer engineered, quality stainless steel exhaust systems and tips for a wide variety of automobiles, past and present models. At present they show...
• Re: 87GL Died/Left Equpment Outages
  Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
  Thu, 21 Aug 1997 19:45:52 -0700
  ...13.28V when van on. > Stereo and driving lights work, where to start. > Any tips appreciated > Regards > Mark B. Magee > 87GL > 82 Diesel Westy
• Re: Aux. battery & accessories installation report (long)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 08:23:49 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: Towing a Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Sep 2000 23:46:55 EDT
  ...Thanks for any tips. >> use a tow dolly.. is it a 4spd, non-syncro? if so, and the tranny is full of gear oil...
• winter hibernation over! Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Landry
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 11:11:57 -0300
  I stored the camper in an unheated storage facility this winter. Old barn. Sawdust floor. Covered it with a new breathable car cover (looks...
• throttle cable repair/replace
  Historical mailing list - Ed Carroll
  Wed, 24 Jul 2002 09:53:25 -0400
  ...quick access to the replacement part and any tips from people who have done this before that will help me make the repair the...
• Stuck brakedrum
  Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 22:48:11 +0200
  Hi I need some easy tips on how to loosen stuck brakedrum. Just BANG it REALLY hard with BIG MALLET? Or is there other...
• bouncing speedo?
  Historical mailing list - Tim King
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 15:50:33 -0700
  ...Any tips on getting rid of the bounce, or at least isolating it to one cable? Thanks Tim in Seattle 87 Syncro Westy/Suby...
• Re: Wanting a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Mon, 3 May 2004 22:53:56 -0700
  ...I will be >spending the summer working in the Southwest and what better way to live? > >Maggie _________________________________________________________________ Getting married? Find tips, tools and the...
• vanagon cyclic idle finally solved! Thanks
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Hartman
  Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:05:00 -0800
  ...Thanks Jeff Hartman Juneau, Alaska 86 Vanagon _________________________________________________________________ MSN Life Events gives you the tips and tools to handle the turning points in your life...
• Re: running rca cables to a rear-mounted subwoofer
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 19 Feb 2005 20:57:36 -0500
  ...On Feb 19, 2005, at 7:46 PM, Andy Stalick wrote: > Any tips on running cables down and out of the dashboard?
• Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 5 Dec 2022 18:42:46 -0800
  ...My 85 is much easier. > > >>>> > > >>>> Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the > > >> pressure a bit? I’m...
• Re: Door weather stripping question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 28 Oct 2015 19:47:15 -0400
  Thanks everyone for the great tips and links. Next time I have sighted help here I’ll certainly be able to figure out where...
• Re: Replaced driver's side front window seals. Report...
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 18:19:52 -0700
  ...Boy, what a royal pain in the butt this > was! I'll include some useful tips in a minute, but first, after I got...
• Re: Tips on passing emissions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:51:58 -0400
  ...29, 2012 12:05 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Tips on passing emissions At least they worked 10 years ago. As I...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 07:17:46 -0700
  ...The handle counts as the 76th tool, which leaves a small > > Those tips are useless until you need one... <g> > > #2 and @3 Phillips...
• Auto transmission not shifting question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 18 Jul 2025 22:50:24 -0400
  ...Any tips or suggestions appreciated. Eric Caron 85 Auto
• Re: Baja
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 25 Feb 2019 20:17:52 +0000
  ...Offering invaluable sightseeing tips, advice on fun activities, and detailed descriptions of campgrounds, this g... | | | On Monday, February 25, 2019, 11:52:46 AM...
• Door screen removal and repair question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 26 May 2014 14:17:57 -0400
  ...area as the screen is still in over all good condition. tips greatly appreciated. Remember I need verbal description and not pictures Eric Caron...
• Re: replacement fuse cover for 85 needed
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 30 Jun 2013 21:41:10 -0400
  ...thread has run its course, but what about >coating the fuse tips? Any opinions? How about silicone paste? I have a >whole jar of...
• Re: Finally changing coolant on '88 - any tips?
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Sat, 26 Apr 1997 15:25:42 -0500
  Shawn & Janis Wright wrote: > > Well, after finally finading some Prestone Long Life coolant, I am > preparing to change it today. Consider leaving some room...
• purchasing a used vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Liz Freelund
  Tue, 07 Jan 1997 20:35:27 -0800
  ...Also, can the top handle a roof rack for lumber? Any wisdom/tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Liz Freelund
• Re: Re refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Bey
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 13:02:08 EDT
  ...Check the archives for lighting tips. I find if the fridge won't start I run it on DC or AC for an hour...
• Re: "The List"
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Bergey
  Fri, 10 Dec 1999 18:05:43 -0800
  ...So any tips on how to brainwash my wife? :) David
• New Mexico Listees: registering a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Fri, 4 Feb 2000 23:37:55 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: asking for travel tips
  Historical mailing list - Bill Nolan
  Sun, 26 Mar 2000 23:51:36 -0700
  I agree with this. We have one battery, run the fridge on propane when parked, and have nice interior lights. Flourescent over the sink...
• Re: Less than 60 mph??? Really?
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Czerniak
  Wed, 10 May 2000 15:59:15 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon > scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning > *********************************************
• Re: Removing Dealer Logo - how to?
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 27 Apr 2001 08:44:39 -0400
  ...have asked my family >to be on standby this weekend!! But seriously folks, any hot tips on this? >Thanks > >AP Hovasse >86 Westy >Toronto
• wbx reliabilty
  Historical mailing list - John Lunetta
  Sun, 17 Feb 2002 00:55:08 -0500
  ...A couple of tips: Always use the right antifreeze and distilled water. Change the oil and filter every 3000 miles, and use VW oil...
• [subaruvanagon] RE: Upgraded Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 28 Nov 2002 22:51:09 +1300
  >Simon says... >> How are you chaps getting on with the SA brakes?? >> Any problems? What pads do you use?? >> Any tips?? >My 1989 syncro...
• Replacing water pump 86 syncro ?
  Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
  Tue, 29 Jul 2003 22:41:20 EDT
  ...use a bent screw driver, Not much room in there! Any tips would be greatly appreciated. I need to get a manual. I have...
• Removing Oxygen Sensor tips needed, broken O2 sensor cause backfire?
  Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
  Tue, 23 Sep 2003 08:25:11 EDT
  I've been struggling with O2 sensor, I used heat, rust free stuff, a chisel and stopped short of a dremel..ain't no...
• Re: Vanagon 84 brown and beige driverside door
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 21:08:08 EST
  ...84 Vanagon in the Boston/New England area. > > thanks for any tips or leads. > > I've been waiting for 5 years for someone to...
• Re: speaking of skylights
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 3 Mar 2005 23:05:47 -0500
  > I have one of Trevors skylights (excellent quality, > BTW), but have managed to scratch it a little bit... > Any tips on how to buff...
• Front suspension and steering parts suggestions - 87 Vanagon.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Dec 2006 12:20:50 -0500
  ...Can anyone else give insight to what else I should replace, tips, tricks? Also I posted an earlier question about the front heater blower...
• Re: Jalousie (louvered) windows in a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 10:45:10 EST
  ...the sides still match the van. ************** It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money &amp; Finance. (http://money.aol.com...
• Re: Lubrication tips one at a time.
  Historical mailing list - Jack Botts
  Tue, 18 Aug 2015 12:37:49 -0500
  One of the best lube tips I've gotten is the use of the lubricant Wurth HHS 2000. Oops, I see on gowesty.com...
• Re: fwd Tiico VWoA
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 8 Oct 2001 20:57:03 -0600
  ...We also offer an owners only web page after purchase with tech tips, downloadable Bosch Motronic injection manual, component list by VW part number...
• Re: Planning Trip--Tips?
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Sat, 1 Oct 94 12:37:35 PDT
  ...to Wall, SD) or > World's-Largest-Perogy-On-A-Fork tips would be appreciated. > Any 'must sees'? Any thoughts/comments/sugestions/etc. would...
• Evaporation tanks help
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 4 May 2022 21:17:37 -0400
  ...again where to get the parts and what are they called? I can’t just look at a picture so tips appreciated. Eric Caron
• Re: Nose Bra
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 31 May 2018 11:31:10 -0400
  ...Anyone have any helpful tips or tricks to make the installation easier, or even work? A video or pictures would be helpful. > > > Dave B.
• Re: Sucky Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Pete O
  Thu, 2 May 2013 13:21:07 -0400
  ...PM, Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@gmail.com>wrote: > Can I get any tips to improve the mileage I am getting? 91GL Auto with > 192K getting...
• Re: message formatting
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 9 Mar 2012 19:22:54 -0500
  ...Any tips are appreciated.=0A=0AGr= > egory Smith=0AOlympia, WA, USA=0A'88 Vanagon GL=0A'77 Lancia Scorpion=0A
• Re: Brake MC r&r..Gotchas?
  Historical mailing list - azsun99
  Sat, 7 Feb 2009 12:05:47 -0700
  ...Has anyone a > reference for a write-up on this task? Or any helpful tips? It looks pretty straighforward, but > I've been 'fooled...
• 80 westy interior redo
  Historical mailing list - Eric Henning
  Wed, 13 Aug 97 08:46:15 EDT
  ...i plan on using a fabric covering with 3m trim adhesive. = any tips? the ceiling over the front two seats is already free of...
• Re: Fridge ?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 29 Oct 1998 17:29:55 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 28 Oct 1998 17:56:41 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: CV joint BARBARIC handling info
  Historical mailing list - ARKADY MIRVIS
  Sun, 21 Mar 1999 06:22:27 -0800
  ...Full colour, and full of useful > tips-definitely worth a look! All the best, Dave Perry 87 Syncro > > > http://user.icx.net/~penclnck/gauges...
• "Crappy" Westy
  Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 12:48:54 -0600
  ...I'll soon be putting up a Web site with pics and cheats/insights/tips into the process for those who care. Stay tuned...
• Re: The Flat Earth Encounter
  Historical mailing list - Ian X
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 16:13:57 -0800
  ...with MSN 8. > http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Subject: Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Tue, 6 May 2003 14:18:06 -0600
  ...Good Luck George '85 Westfalia >>Does anybody have any tips on removing the big nut on the rear axle of a >>Vanagon? I'm...
• Re: cats and campers
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 20 Jun 2003 10:06:20 -0700
  ...whatever you do, dont ask Stan for any tips on the > above... > ;<) > But Stan's Long Nosed Texas cat love to ride.... > > ________________________________________________________________ The best...
• urban stealth camping..
  Historical mailing list - John Parson
  Tue, 19 Aug 2003 20:38:06 -0400
  ...Anyone else got any urban camping tips? The Trundler '82 Westy '87 Westy _______________________________________________
• pop top underside flocking color question
  Historical mailing list - vanagon
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 17:15:16 -0800
  ...Any ideas would be appreciated, like tips on removal (look difficult) I know painting does now work as a buddy tried it and you...
• Re: First Time Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 13:28:04 -0700
  ...Find helpful tips here on managing kids, home, work � and yourself. http://special.msn.com/msnbc/workingmom.armx