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  • Re: 80-85 Halogen Headlight source
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Wed, 20 Oct 1999 00:19:02 -0400
    ...80-85 Halogen Headlight source > > > Hello > I need to replace the headlights on my 84 with some decent quality halogen > lights. I don't...
  • Diesel Fuel Hose
    Historical mailing list - Southard Family
    Thu, 24 Aug 2000 23:41:38 -0400
    ...I believe Nate has mentioned his source before, but I can't recall it or whether there actually is a part number. Are these...
  • Re: Source for Propane Tank Fill Valve?
    Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
    Sun, 4 May 2003 19:50:59 -0400
    ...to 3 hundred at the moment. > > Does anyone know of a source for just the fill valve? > Or is it somehow fixable? > > Thanks! > Rod.
  • Headlight switch repair
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Mon, 26 Aug 2024 22:11:34 -0400
    ...Is there a source for a new switch? Or anyone got a good one to sell or share? This is on my 85. Appreciatively...
  • Spark plug wire
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 22 Apr 2015 14:05:59 -0500
    ...Anyone recommemd a source? Thanks, John
  • Friday Bicycle Camper
    Historical mailing list - ed donnen
    Fri, 11 Apr 2014 06:52:44 -0400
    ...Bicycle+caravans&safe=off&rls=com.microsoft:en-US:IE-Address&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=gAVDU6m_GO7gsASplYAY&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAg&biw...
  • Jacks
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Tue, 5 Feb 2013 11:24:05 -0600
    ...3-Ton-Heavy-Duty-68048.html?ccdenc=eyJjb2RlIjoiMTQ4NTA5NjUiLCJza3UiOiI2ODA0OCIsImlzIjoiNzkuOTkiLCJwcm9kdWN0X2lk%0D%0AIjoiNzc4OCJ9%0D%0A&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=0613a&utm_source=1002 Thanks, John R
  • Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Mike S
    Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:58:01 -0400
    On 6/19/2012 7:45 PM, Jason wrote: > Flush your brake fluid guys! Out of both ports. There's the top, bleeder port...
  • Sourcing some parts....
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:41:47 -0500
    ...I have no known source for these parts. If anyone knows of them for sale new or used please help me out! Thanks! -Craig
  • Anyone have a source for a west left front mud flap?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 19 May 2010 18:02:51 -0500
    I looked as Bus Depot and GoWesty, and neither made me comfortable that I would be getting the type that came with the westy...
  • Re: source for oem Carat alloy wheel centercaps?
    Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
    Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:46:52 -0500
    ROFL... I thought you'd be the guy. JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote: > anyone know where to get the centercaps for the 14" vanagon alloy...
  • fuel hose crimping tool
    Historical mailing list - Mark
    Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:49:56 -0400
    anyone know of a good source for a tool to crimp those fuel hoses? I'm finding tools that cost $$ - thought I'd see...
  • Re: Eurovan Awning or ScreenHouse
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 14 Apr 94 10:32:46 EDT
    Hi If you don't find any other sources, I noticed that a Toronto dealer sells vans with awnings. It may or may not...
  • Need Bosch parts source
    Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
    Mon, 13 Feb 1995 15:04:48 CST6CDT
    I just did a search of the archives and couldn't find what I needed so I'm back to dip from the well...
  • 78 Westy: Green plaid seat fabric
    Historical mailing list - David Brooks
    Wed, 12 Jun 1996 16:01:36 -0600
    ...Anyone know of a source for this kind of stuff? TIA. Dave Brooks - 78 Westy, 82 Vanagon
  • Leaking Heat Exchr Core
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 20 Nov 1995 11:47:10 -0800
    ...Of course, I don't recall whether it is repairable or if replacements are available for a reasonable price (sources if known) or if...
  • Information request
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 29 Apr 1996 21:46:54 -0400
    ...Don Woolard tells me it is a great source of informaiton. I do not own a Vanagon, but Midge (my mother) and Bob do...
  • fresh air fan
    Historical mailing list - Gary Nichols
    Wed, 9 Jul 97 17:54:23 PDT
    Oh Great Source Of Collective Vanagon Knowledge, I give up!! Where is the fuse for the fresh air fan located???? I'm pretty sure...
  • Re: Challenge Progressing!
    Historical mailing list - SamSco
    Tue, 14 Apr 1998 14:28:21 EDT
    ...I just recently replaced the core and nothing else since the valve didn't seem to be the source of the leak; everything is...
  • Windshield Wiper motors
    Historical mailing list - Mark Mages
    Wed, 16 Sep 1998 08:40:05 -0500
    Anyone know a good source to get a new WW motor? (cheap) Mine decided to stop working during the middle of Tropical Storm Frances...
  • clutch shudder
    Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
    Mon, 19 Oct 1998 13:57:28 -0600
    ...Does anyone sell or know of a reasonably priced source for these? Any leads are much appeciated. Larry
  • tiico
    Historical mailing list - David Ells
    Sat, 23 Sep 2000 21:54:31 -0500
    ...Any other sources people would recommend for this item? tia, Dave Ells '82 Westy
  • winter slush catchers
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 28 Sep 2000 10:24:50 EDT
    Dear List, Does anybody know a source for winter mats that will fit in the front footwells of our V'gons? The heavy rubber...
  • tampa mechanic correction
    Historical mailing list - Jonc
    Sun, 17 Dec 2000 07:38:18 -0500
    ...I have used some of them myself and know of the quality of others from excellent sources
  • Auto-shifter backlight (Again)
    Historical mailing list - chrisadubs
    Sun, 4 Mar 2001 14:49:51 -0800
    ...Short of going to a dealership, does anyone know of a source for these? Thanks, Chris 86 westy [text/html]
  • die cast model
    Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
    Sat, 21 Apr 2001 00:20:22 -0400
    ...Does anyone on the list know a source for these, or has one for sale? TIA
  • North American source for Propex 1600?
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Thu, 14 Mar 2002 17:26:19 -0500
    I am reading with glee the product specs on the Propex 1600 HeatSource at: http://www.bluebird-type2.co.uk/prod4.html Only problem...
  • Re: Quite desperate for a sunroof vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
    Thu, 11 Apr 2002 11:19:03 -0500
    ...This list has failed as a viable source of potential brides in the past, but what the heck! :-)
  • Re: SA 5-speed gearbox source?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Thu, 20 Mar 2003 08:22:14 -0500
    Check with Weddle Industries. Talk to Chris... http://www.2weddle.com/ That is where I got my SA five speed. You could also put...
  • Source for odd sized fan belts
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
    Fri, 25 Apr 2003 08:30:44 -0400
    Looking for a a/c belt for an old westy..............11mmX 1170MM...................... Adam P 81 Westy "The Brick " 70 Single Cab "Whitey" 74 Beetle...
  • Source for Touch-Up Paint
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
    Wed, 3 Sep 2003 08:54:52 -0400
    Update - It seems my local FLAPS will mix up a bottle to match my gas cover door. The price is 15$USD and takes...
  • Re: 87 GL Steering rack leak
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Wed, 3 Mar 2004 09:08:42 EST
    ...any ideas? >> Find the source of the leak and repair it. George
  • Re: South African Vanagon: Source for parts?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 5 Jan 2004 04:35:16 EST
    In a message dated 1/5/04 4:23:12 AM Eastern Standard Time, jh_rodgers@BELLSOUTH.NET writes: > Who is Overlands, and where...
  • Re: Sliding door extended swing
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 5 Aug 2004 15:17:41 -0500
    I would like to know of a source for these as well. Thanks, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Brian T. wrote: >I recall being...
  • Tire tube
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
    Thu, 6 May 2004 21:07:51 -0700
    I've located a source for purchasing tubes...this may sound like a DAH! question...but...do you order that same diameter tube as...
  • Another Synthetic Oil Question
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Wed, 1 Jun 2005 19:57:36 -0700
    ...I recall when the synth oils first came out that some sources suggested still changing filters on the same interval as dino oil. Any...
  • Parts List
    Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
    Tue, 1 Nov 2005 08:27:10 -0500
    Does anyone know of a source for a parts list for 86 - 91 vanagons? Preferably something with diagrams and part numbers similar to this...
  • Re: dead cats as fuel source
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 14 Sep 2005 20:28:25 EDT
    In a message dated 9/14/05 8:24:07 PM Eastern Daylight Time, wilden1-1@sbcglobal.net writes: > Chris that's taking your...
  • Re: Bright LED Cheap source & usage
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Sat, 3 Dec 2005 11:18:35 EST
    In a message dated 12/3/05 10:47:15 AM, jbange@GMAIL.COM writes: << So a 20ohm resistor ought to do the trick...
  • Re: Those brown caps that go over the screw heads in the westy
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Wed, 26 Oct 2005 14:46:25 -0400
    ...Is there any source to buy > these? Thanks
  • FS Premium for T3 Oettinger wbx-6
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Thu, 25 Jan 2007 12:50:20 -0800
    Check out the price! http://www.autoscout24.de/home/index/detail.asp?ts=7831982&id=hfubdzgpcgw&source=as24_inseratsg_detail_ueberschrift Is that a...
  • cromulent, cromulant, etc.
    Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
    Thu, 25 Jan 2007 19:51:59 -0500
    ...Webster's New MillenniumT Dictionary of English - Cite This Source Main Entry: cromulent Part of Speech: adj Definition: fine, acceptable Usage: slang Joy Aka...
  • Subject: Re: Fresh Water Tank Drain Cap - Non VW replacement source?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Rountree
    Thu, 17 May 2007 22:02:02 +0000
    I have found that the cap off a bottle of my favorite beverage works just fine on my 87 that would be.... Crown Royal...
  • power mirror question
    Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
    Sat, 2 Dec 2006 16:21:46 -0500
    ...up the home? Live Search can help http://imagine-windowslive.com/search/kits/default.aspx?kit=improve&locale=en-US&source=hmemailtaglinenov06&FORM=WLMTAG
  • CIP1 springs
    Historical mailing list - Chris S.
    Sun, 22 Apr 2007 20:06:41 -0700
    ...vw/Beetle.jpg 1-888-VW-PARTS <- Recommended Expert Vanagon Part Source --------------------------------- Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo...
  • Re: Suspension parts wanted
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Mon, 14 Jan 2008 18:46:28 +1300
    I have found two guaranteed sources of front suspension parts. One is a South African exlistee. The other is the owner of the company...
  • Lower ball joint question
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:04:47 -0400
    ...So, it is working for the moment but I’m wondering if anyone has a source for a good quality lower ball joint? The...
  • Re: rear hatch opener
    Historical mailing list - Bill Berg
    Fri, 25 Mar 2022 18:36:26 -0500
    ...Works very well >> though. >> >> < >> https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm...
  • Re: power source for new "air" horn advice on power source
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Sat, 20 Jun 2020 15:46:23 -0700
    You can't access the high speed relay from outside of the van. It lives inside, at the left end of the area behind...
  • Re: Watching Oil Temp (long, as usual)
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:31:40 -0700
    ...Sometimes. -- RJS Sent from my heavily low-passed Gaussian noise source.
  • FW: Clicking sound from manual shifter
    Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
    Thu, 13 Jul 2000 09:06:46 -0400
    ...I believe the source of the noise to be the U-Joint in the shift linkage to the transmission. The joint has two c...
  • ]Vanagon Westfalia w/ 2.0 2000 VW Golf Engine!
    Historical mailing list - gary hradek
    Wed, 24 Apr 2002 09:51:39 -0700
    ...and Canadian title and registration > activity, rental and > lease usage, odometer readings from inspection > stations, auto auctions > and other sources. > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > SECTION 1 CARFAX VEHICLE...
  • Re: warning regarding GoWesty alternator bracket kit
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:15:26 -0500
    ...When bolts come from other sources they are always suspect until properly identified by the marks on the bolt head and cross referenced to...
  • Re: TIICO auto tranny pan sources
    Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
    Thu, 16 Aug 2001 08:59:23 -0400
    ...TIICO auto tranny pan sources I just looked through a friend's ETKA and it says that the needed auto tranny pan (p/n...
  • Re: leaky windshield
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 5 Jun 2020 14:09:25 -0400
    ...Admittedly, I have >> not confirmed this source, as the van doesn't see a lot of rain, and >> I'm hoping to get a...
  • Re: tail lights
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 19 Dec 2010 20:55:18 -0500
    ...And reflectors/lenses designed for incandescent bulbs generally expect something approximating a point source of light radiating into most of a sphere. "Bulbs" using...
  • Re: Misc. Stickers
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Wed, 24 Mar 1999 07:34:35 -0800
    ...Matthew Bulley" wrote: > A while back, (which could be 2 months or 19 months, sorry) someone wrote > the list with a source for miscellaneous...
  • Re: Source for Stainless Exhaust Hardware?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
    Sat, 21 Apr 2007 11:17:24 -0400
    ...2007 7:47 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Source for Stainless Exhaust Hardware? SS nuts and bolts on exhaust will still...
  • Ethanol..Corn only?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 27 May 2008 13:20:49 -0700
    ...decreed corn to be *the* designated bio-source for ethanol over other plants that might be more productive when turned into 'go-juice'? Like...
  • 3 point harness on rear bench
    Historical mailing list - Neil2
    Wed, 24 Aug 2016 09:23:52 -0700
    Has anyone sourced an aftermarket 3 point harness for a '90 Westy rear bench seat? Or is there a Vanagon part number for such...