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• Dometic fridge update- my .02
  Historical mailing list - Jay Fitzgerald
  Thu, 01 May 1997 08:19:55 -0600
  ...Following Derek Drew's excellent archives article, I installed a $15 Radio Shack thermometer(w/remote sensor)and a tiny 12v. fan in my...
• Re: regulations concerning overnight parking
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Mon, 11 May 1998 09:21:38 -0700
  ...There are forestry sites that are usually in the more scenic and remote settings. Perfect sites for Westys and are Free, Free, Free. Really...
• Re: Credit Cards and Bad Vendors -- Bad Experience with AAA Int'l Transport
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 09:53:13 -0500
  ...If you're a mail order vendor, you don't have signed slips because you do the transaction remotely. Now it's your word...
• 66 Splittie Westie Under attack from Crazy Texan
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 13 Sep 2002 21:12:32 -0500
  ...Some interesting things are the heater in the extended oil pan, the ceramic fuel filter, the drain for the oil cooler, the giant remote...
• Mechanic recommendations: Flagstaff / Grand Canyon area
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 09:59:32 -0700
  ...climbing the Arizona Divide, 50 or so miles > > from anything remotely called a "city". Looks like I probably blew a > > gasket or something.. I...
• Re: idea?
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:07:42 -0500
  ...It is the afternoons, in some remote campground, miles from >> anything remotely scenic, preparing for a meeting or presentation the next >> morning, that are...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 29 Jun 2014 11:54:37 -0700
  ...But it would be swell to have a remote for them. >>>> >>>> We don't sleep in the upstairs. Mrs Elliott and I are both...
• Re: Starter/relay/switch problem
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 23 Jul 2012 11:43:54 -0600
  ...The ScrewDriver across the SolenoidTerminals works but I prefer a heavy gauge wire or even better, a RemoteStarterSwitch. Good luck. ORR ~ DeanB On 23...
• Okanagan and Southern BC trip advice please.
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 28 Jun 2012 10:20:49 -0700
  ...Also like the more remote backcountry spots so we bought the detailed topo maps to be able to reach informal sites on public land...
• any words of wisdom for a virgin to the world of westy's?
  Historical mailing list - Peter K
  Mon, 10 May 2010 19:15:21 -0400
  ...Most of the ones I see up here are out on the west coast, which means I need to ask and assess remotely or...
• Re: 2.1L into '84 Westy project - Cooling system question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:46:01 -0700
  ...On my '84 years ago I installed the cooler and filter remotely after tapping the 1.9 water pump (the 2.1 pump is...
• Blowing kitchen w. pump fuses - help!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Jul 1995 11:13:48 -0400
  ...I will be going remote camping this weekend so I decided last night to check out the water system. Got the garden hose and...
• Jetta tranny to Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Michel Bertin
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 17:03:13 -0400
  ...Jetta tranny to Vanagon Not to be rude, or anything, but what are you smoking? Not even remotely similar items, you might as well...
• Re: " you fixed it with what?!"
  Historical mailing list - Rex Merriweather
  Wed, 10 Mar 2004 12:13:20 -0800
  ...and his family (wife, two young girls) were > heading up a remote highway in northern Alberta for a Christmas visit > with grandma in a...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Sun, 29 Jun 2014 14:50:40 -0400
  ...But it would be swell to have a remote for >>>> them. >>>> >>>> We don't sleep in the upstairs. Mrs Elliott and I are both...
• Re: Black Friday vanagon and camper items?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 16 Nov 2021 01:47:21 +0000
  ...eye out for great > deals on the best camping chairs, USB remote control lights, camping > stoves, and such.  I am no good at that...
• Re: Tools and parts for Baja trip plus
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 15 Aug 2014 08:02:18 -1000
  ...and for sure an Remote Starter Switch ..which has many uses. and so on. On 8/15/2014 2:43 AM, Larry Alofs wrote...
• Re: 5 tire rotation was: How to get spare tire out
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 6 Mar 2011 13:58:59 -0700
  ...But if one drives a vehicle on |>long distance trips, and especially if one ventures out to remote |>locations, having a capable spare is...
• Re: Friday topic: MP3s in a vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Thu, 4 Mar 2010 07:26:15 -0500
  ...It is over the wire, so reception may vary in remote spots. It works quite well in urban areas. Pete '79 Westy "Aardvark" '87...
• 1.6L diesel eng. mount problem--vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Wed, 21 Jun 2000 11:23:35 -0700
  ...The manual doesn't contain a diagram (exploded or otherwise) of the parts in question or even anywhere remotely close. I'm assuming I...
• Re: Brake problem
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sat, 6 Apr 2002 12:07:02 -0800
  ...Like when I put my >infra-red remote temperature sensor, it's off the readable range in a >drive of this distance. The van...
• Re: re. BMW seats in Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Kevin
  Thu, 10 Nov 2005 19:11:03 -0800
  ...I have just never looked at the brackets to see if it is remotely possible. I have seen the subaru seats installed but I...
• Request for Design ideas - VW Campground Reviews
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sun, 16 Jul 2006 13:27:59 -0700
  ...Everything from the 4 wheel drive access remote site to the feature laden WiFi enabled luxury site. From free camping to expensive camping. From...
• Re: Multi Meter
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 8 Dec 2013 13:35:16 -0600
  ...Now there are wireless really fancy really useful meters that > can measure remotely. You set it up with the clip on probes in the...
• =?utf-8?Q?Re:_[VANAGON]_Another_dometi?= =?utf-8?Q?c_question=E2=80=94does_size_matter=3F?=
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 7 Sep 2012 09:28:56 -0500
  ...BTW, one can still buy ammonia cycle refrigerators for home use, but they are very expensive, and only used for remote locations generally. Just...
• Returned mail: User unknown
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Sun, 19 Mar 2000 15:13:48 -0500
  ...5.1.1 Remote-MTA: DNS; gerry.vanagon.com Diagnostic-Code: SMTP; 550 No such local user Last-Attempt-Date: Sun, 19 Mar 2000...
• FS:1990 Westy Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Leon
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 23:17:37 EST
  ...166K mostly-highway miles, but the syncro has shown it's stuff on sandy beaches, in the snow, and on remote mountain dirt roads...
• Re: stereo
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Tue, 9 Sep 2008 10:08:33 -0400
  ...I'd like to have a cd player with input capacity > for my Sirius XM receiver and my iPod, and a remote would be...
• Re: HIJACKED - update
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:51:38 -0700
  ...if they see vehicles parked by the side of the road in any kind of remote area like this .. turn around and head back...
• Re: 12-volt LCD monitors for DVD?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 3 Mar 2007 08:35:16 -0800
  ...Has remote, runs off 12v, and comes in a compact but rugged canvas case that can also serve as a stand or mount. It...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:12:42 -0800
  ...is covered ensure all lights on extension cords or used for remote light are non breakable low heat ensure there is adequate ventilation in...
• Aftermarket Rooftop Cooling Experiences?
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Thu, 12 May 2011 19:53:15 -0700
  ...poptop, how did you reinforce it to carry the A/C? Remote control, thermostat, wiring, inverter for when the engine is running... ? With the...
• Re: Stereo Upgrade Project
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 7 Apr 2010 09:47:07 -0700
  ...New head unit is > Blue-tooth and wireless remote. Any and all suggestions would be helpful > to > clear up this fog in my head...
• Radio problem
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 24 Sep 94 10:09:31 EDT
  ...this question is only remotely related to Vanagon interests but since there may be electrical engineers/ hi fi experts out there I thought I...
• 87 Syncro vs 02 eurovan camper
  Historical mailing list - Randy Charrette
  Fri, 7 Jun 2002 03:08:56 +0000
  ...We also go places like Moab a lot and camp in remote areas. We are actually planning a 6 month road trip in...
• Re: What are my best PC GPS options?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:48:54 -0500
  ...Street & > Trips also has coverage of Canada though my understanding is that it is not > as good in remote areas as it could be...
• Re: tools question;
  Historical mailing list - Racer X
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 17:13:38 +0000
  ...My idea is to put them in a tool box to take with me on my 90 > Westy Syncro adventures to remote places. > Well...
• Re: first try = first run = no running anymore
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:32:22 -0500
  ...possible damaged hall sender. > > It is REALLY helpful to have a Remote Starter Switch to connect to your > starter trigger terminal while working on...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 27 Jun 2014 19:35:33 -0700
  I want controllers with a remote control. Dim the lights after getting in bed. -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott 1984 Westfalia, auto trans, Bend...
• Re: Inexpensive tires in the proper load range
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 16 Mar 2014 14:14:44 -0400
  ...were too > thin to trust for a fully-loaded 1500mile mountain/remote journey. > > I read the Web ad copy and the few reviews (They...
• Re: Spotlight
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Thu, 11 Nov 2010 18:25:25 -0700
  ...I was merely pointing out the bling of a remote >> controlled spotligh. Also, what >> would I do when there was nothing to repair on...
• Re: Looking for a radio replacement
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:23:23 -0700
  ...Does anyone have a > suggestion? > > Best regards. > > > If you get one with a remote control, find out if it can turn the deck > on...
• Re: FW: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area...
  Historical mailing list - Timothy Crooks
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 11:12:05 -0400
  I have had the same problem, was stranded in the desolate part of Eastern Pennsylvania and was at the mercy of a local shop...
• Re: water tank pump problem
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 17 Aug 2005 19:04:59 -0500
  ...years). > > I'd just leave the knob off and use the remote push button to run the pump. > > I used several switch/button routines...
• Re: WiFi booster antenna (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 25 Sep 2005 12:46:48 -0700
  ...of using a USB port as an antenna - just not even remotely the sale. Best thing to do is get an external PCMCIA card...
• Re: Baie Comeau to Labrador to Newfoundland (gas price)
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sun, 7 Jan 2007 18:05:02 -0500
  ...Gas refined in Regina is sold > for less 4 hours away in North Dakota. > I agree that if you go to remote areas with...
• Re: Charge Controller
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Wed, 7 May 2008 17:29:53 -0700
  ...Its MPPT without question, with 3 stage battery charging, and has an auxillary output, as well as allows for a remote. Sales guy said...
• Re: [WetWesties] Help!!! Won't start
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
  Sun, 19 Apr 2015 14:12:06 -0700
  ...Have a remote starter switch? You could bypass the ing switch & it's assorted wiring. >> > >> > Rob >> > becidarob@gmail.com >> > >> >> On Apr 18, 2015 3...
• Re: Use These Spring Clamp Pliers?
  Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 21:10:52 -0500
  ...They > consistently apply clamping pressure, regardless of age, hose > condition and temperature fluctuations. > I had to buy a remote cable operated special spring clamp...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 1 Jul 2014 (#2014-347)
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Fri, 4 Jul 2014 13:33:53 -0600
  ...Then someone pointed out that a unit with a remote is always looking and waiting for a command. So removing the face is needed...
• Re: CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 30 Apr 2014 12:05:38 -0700
  ...That's what I'd suggest, as you travel to remote areas look in local stores for old stock boots. Just ranting about this...
• Re: speaker suggestions for the front doors?
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 09:37:21 -0700
  ...not enough to interfere even remotely with the window crank. It is almost a feature (have the maps you want ready to be pulled...
• Possible Plat Cat heater for sale
  Historical mailing list - Tim in Seattle
  Fri, 19 Nov 2004 11:48:51 -0800
  ...It's very efficient (propane and current draw wise), has a remote-mounted thermostat, and vents externally. More info about the heater: <http://www...
• Share your solar success story?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Thu, 30 Jun 2005 13:37:53 -0700
  ...Since I park in the shade where possible, I expect I'd still want to "remote" the panel/s on a long hefty wire...
• Re: High fuel costs threaten Alaska trip
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 27 Apr 2006 20:36:09 -0500
  ...Fuel in those remote places along the highway has to be > hauled > in by truck. From Dawson Creek, the beginning of the Alaska Highway...
• Re: Idle Vanagon Question - upgrading engine
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Thu, 29 Jun 2006 21:22:37 -0400
  ...the harness done by someone else, then 2 weeks is a remote possibility for the first time converter. But, very unlikely. This is not...
• Re: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:40:36 -0400
  ...and going on semi-remote trips and being your own rescue team .. one should, or could, have more than one alternator total." But where...
• Re: Searching archives
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Mon, 1 Aug 2011 21:05:08 -0700
  The issue is that the machine simply isn't accessible remotely, and the current administrator seems to be non-responsive. The solution would be...
• Re: Is this what I think it is?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:38:17 -0700
  ...the cord is a remote control, so the guy doesn't have to be in the van while it's jumping. Cool, I'm...
• Re: oil pressure/temp sensor location
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Jul 1996 13:02:09 -0500
  ...sensors universal, so I > can use any sensor? I choose to remote mount the sender next to the coolent tank, and run a plastic...