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  • Re: Squeaking bushings upfront ??
    Historical mailing list - Mark C
    Thu, 13 Jul 2006 20:51:13 -0700
    ...WD40 should do it > > > > > >Grt, Jaap > > >'87 Caravelle diesel > > > > > > > > >> Anybody recommend some magic goo you can spray on all the bushings up > > >> front that...
  • Re: Which Subaru engine?
    Historical mailing list - Ivan Boyd
    Thu, 17 Jul 1997 09:04:02 -0700 (PDT)
    ...Should I buy this as an insurance policy? > > > > > > 1984 Caravelle GL auto, 188k miles > > > > > > Lionel Tun > > > ark@saqnet.co.uk > > > > Lionel, > > The 2.2L...
  • Re: Syncro-rear wheels
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Tue, 3 Sep 2002 16:08:21 EDT
    ...You DO NOT need to change studs to use the factory Carat/Wolfsburg Edition, and South African Caravelle alloy wheels. The longer studs (no...
  • [Fwd: Re: Unsubscribing... but one last question!]
    Historical mailing list - Hotch
    Fri, 04 Apr 1997 16:03:47 -0500
    ...Although I know > primarily about US spec Vanagons, I LOVE to hear about Vanagons > (Transporters, Caravelles, Kombis) in other parts of the world. Please...
  • Re: Lights
    Historical mailing list - Yi-Ruey Wei
    Sat, 8 Aug 1998 17:02:37 -0500
    ...This way the bulbs last much longer ;-) ************************************************************ Johan Nyberg, Sweden N 59o E 17o 25" '86 Caravelle C ********************************************************** ---------------------------------------------------------------- The information transmitted is intended only...
  • Re: Folks going to Germany Hints on Purchase
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Mon, 11 Sep 2000 16:53:56 EDT
    ...A European name badge like "Transporter" or "Caravelle" would be cool. Keep in mind that there is a 17% tax added on top. Paulchen...
  • Re: !non-vanagon content : poll: would you buy a new beetle?
    Historical mailing list - Donna Stewart
    Tue, 2 Jan 2001 16:14:19 -0800
    ...Andrew Grebneff Dunedin, New Zealand VW & mollusc nut 1984 VW Caravelle (currently SVX engine; waiting for a Porsche trans) 1985 Mitsubishi Galant Sigma 2...
  • Re: wheels (was syncro fuel tanks and snow tyres)
    Historical mailing list - Rick Sherrod (hopeless VW nut)
    Sat, 18 Oct 1997 16:45:10 -0500
    ...catalog list for HiPo wheels/tires? What do those lucky Vaterland Caravelle drivers have to choose from? And (gulp) what are the prices? Rick...
  • Re: Stub axle...are they all the same?
    Historical mailing list - Dan Burgos
    Sat, 25 Jul 1998 03:03:48 -0400
    ...wanted to know but I was looking under a late model caravelle (Eurovan to you Nth Americans) on the hoist at my mechanic's...
  • Re: HELP - The Volkswagen Lawyers are after me! - HELP
    Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
    Tue, 23 Feb 1999 09:46:43 +0100
    ...Sincerely Rainer '89 Caravelle GL Syncro 16" ---------------------------------------------------------------------- | Rainer M Woitok | Phone: (+49-9131) 85-27811,-27031 | | Regionales Rechenzentrum | | | Friedrich-Alexander-Universitaet | Fax : (+49-9131...
  • Re: [Syncro] Syncro Forum
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Mon, 17 Jul 2000 12:39:39 -0700
    ...pages. > > Well, just my 0.02 Deutsch Marks ... > > Sincerely > Rainer > > '89 Caravelle GL Syncro 16" > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > | Rainer M Woitok | Phone: (+49-9131) 85-27811,-27031...
  • 91 w/ Engine Kaput-need advice
    Historical mailing list - Son Of A Vanagon
    Wed, 31 Mar 2004 08:59:21 -0800
    Hi Everyone- I need some advice, So I have a 91 Vanagon Carat (Caravelle to be specific), 170K miles, heads rebuilt 6K miles ago...
  • Re: Part #/plans for front end skid plates?
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 5 Jul 1995 10:36:19 -0400
    ...Journeys under difficult conditions" for the VW >Transporter/Caravelle and LT, but they only show plans for skid plates >for the motor, transmission, and...
  • Diesel van availability
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 28 Mar 1997 14:05:12 -0800
    ...Does anyone know of any turbodiesel Transporters, Vanagons, Caravelles, Eurovans, or LTs in North America? The ultimate combination would be finding a turbodiesel 5...
  • Re: cruise control - aargh!
    Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
    Tue, 22 Jun 1999 10:02:36 +0200
    ...Sincerely Rainer '89 Caravelle GL Syncro 16" ---------------------------------------------------------------------- | Rainer M Woitok | Phone: (+49-9131) 85-27811,-27031 | | Regionales Rechenzentrum | | | Friedrich-Alexander-Universitaet | Fax : (+49-9131...
  • Re: lugs and studs for alloy LONG- Project & quasi TRIP REPORT
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Sat, 3 Aug 2002 13:00:16 EDT
    ...The SA big brake rotor is actually designed for the 2wd A Caravelle. Of course no fitting problems on 2wd. I not only have...
  • Re: Toyota Hiace luxury diesel vans cheap
    Historical mailing list - mike boland
    Thu, 13 Feb 2003 12:08:27 -0600
    ...bring in >another for myself, as well as finishing my SVX Caravelle projekt! > >The Japanese keep VERY good care of their cars' cosmetics. > >You...
  • Re: slow pressure buildup [diesel]
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 11 Jul 2005 01:35:30 -0400
    ...pump, but that doesn't explain the vacuum Thanks Jaap 1987 Caravelle Diesel -- The information contained in this communication and any attachments is confidential...
  • Square Headlight replacements
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Sun, 17 Jan 1999 13:30:58 -0800
    ...AC etc for AUDI Swap/H4+lens/reflectors > > >>Is that for the German or the South America Caravelle units? >> >>Would not the South American...
  • Re: To Yellowstone in a diesel?
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Tue, 28 Aug 2001 21:04:38 -0400
    ...Thanks in advance for your advice. -- Stephen Steele* Chillicothe OH '91 Caravelle "Hans" '84 Westfalia "Fritz" '81 Diesel Rabbit "Ol' Yeller" by PO '90...
  • Re: VW V-6 diesel in Volvos? (no Vanagon)
    Historical mailing list - LA and Glen
    Fri, 18 Aug 2000 14:01:47 -0700
    ...Maybe there is something going on there . . . > > PS, When you don't need as much room as the vanagon or Caravelle (Eurovan) > has, the...
  • Re: Slight shudder in steering wheel
    Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
    Sat, 7 Oct 2000 23:22:20 -1000
    ...VW & mollusc nut 1969 Kombi with Corvair 2.4 & Powerglide 1984 Caravelle currently engineless 1984 Mitsubishi Galant Sigma 2.0 (FWD) 1986 CE80 Toyota...
  • Re: What do Vanagon drivers ride?
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 11 Feb 2003 23:59:33 +1300
    ...Lucida (narrow-bodied Previa) 2.2 turbodiesel VW Type 2 1984 Caravelle (now awaiting SVX conversion) PREVIOUS: 1957 VW panelvan 36hp, later single-port...
  • Quad driving light grille on SA Vanagon (pics)
    Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
    06 Feb 97 00:06:55 EST
    ...yes, they still make them there - only they call them "Buses" / "Caravelles" and they have the Audi inline 5 ( EV engine) in back instead...
  • Re: Can vanagon parts list on microfiche be purchased
    Historical mailing list - Lionel Tun
    Tue, 15 Jul 1997 21:01:55 +0100
    ...88 -> 000.7340.92.89 Typ 2 Syncro 000.7340.57.89 It does not list the new Caravelle 1991 onwards (aka EV in...
  • Re: SA 3,2litre WBX?
    Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
    Mon, 12 Oct 1998 15:49:24 +0200
    ...Anybody heard > of these engines before? Maybe they are the 6-cyl Oettinger engine that > VW never put in the Vanagon/Caravelle? One person...
  • Re: Front locking diff, Syncro Q
    Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
    Tue, 1 Dec 1998 15:25:16 +0100
    ...I hope that helps Sincerely Rainer '89 Caravelle GL Syncro 16" ---------------------------------------------------------------------- !!!!!! Neue Telefonnummern beachten !!!!!! Mind new phone numbers !!!!!! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- | Rainer M Woitok | Phone: (+49-9131...
  • Re: Dont do this at home ( I didnt)
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Thu, 7 Sep 2006 14:54:16 -0700
    ...just snapped.... > >> > >>Dont do this at home.... > >>http://www.zorck.dk/Caravelle/vwdont.jpg > >> > > > > > > > >-- > >Thanks, > > > >Jeff > >86' > >85' GL (sidelined and donating organs to...
  • FW: Stuck in Alturas with electrical mystery
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Mon, 24 Sep 2007 02:25:59 -0400
    ...Creamsicle? '91 Caravelle "Hans"... FS '90 Carat "Parts" '74 MGB My first car...yep, I've kept it since '74 '00 Jetta TDi daily...
  • Re: Tire sales-people (rant + info .... long)
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:57:02 -0700
    ...I can't remember what was on my Caravelle when I bought it; these tires are still on it (and haven't needed pumping...
  • Re: FLAPS, Re: Need city water inlet for Westy
    Historical mailing list - Patrick Callaghan Jr.
    Wed, 14 Mar 2001 04:40:28 -0800
    ...long time for that deal GI! > > > :> > > > > > > -- > > > Stephen Steele > > > Chillicothe OH > > > '91 Caravelle Hans > > > '84 Westfalia Fritz > > > '81 Diesel Rabbit "rusted pinion gear cover peed...
  • Re: Brochures from Around the World
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
    Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:44:39 +1000
    ...The glossy brochure had pics and info on the full range available here....the Transporter panelvan, window van, single and double cabs, Caravelle...and...
  • Re: don't push our trip meter while driving!
    Historical mailing list - Houston
    Thu, 25 Jan 2001 11:14:53 -0800
    ...You can do this for > other items around the van > too! > > > > > > > > > Andrew Grebneff > Dunedin, New Zealand > VW & mollusc nut > 1984 VW Type 25 Caravelle...
  • FOUND: 1985 West Wolfie Weekender
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:17:17 -0400
    ...Stephen Chillicothe OH 89 Westy 91 Caravelle 90 Parts Van 73 Sportsmobile 00 TDi Jetta DailyDriver PS Anybody have a set of front seats...
  • AW: Is this westie layout original?
    Historical mailing list - Christoph Boltze
    Sat, 26 Jan 2008 18:23:40 +0100
    ...http://boltze.dyndns.org/terlinden/prospekte/usa/ Christoph 1985 Caravelle GL syncro Germany PS: visit http://www.vwpix.org it's back online! -----Urspr...
  • Re: 86 GL W-syncro - Instrument Problems
    Historical mailing list - Ralph Mcmillan
    Mon, 19 May 1997 17:08:58 +0100
    ...Regards, Ralph VW Caravelle GL 2.1 1988 ---------- > From: Peter W. Stein <pwstein@wenet.net> > To: Multiple recipients of list <vanagon@lenti.med.umn...
  • Re: Tires FS and New Carat in the 'hood
    Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
    Tue, 22 Oct 1996 11:13:44 -0700
    ...Vanagon de Luxe 185 SR 14 Reinforced 94 R (670 kg) > Caravelle Carat 205/70R 14 > > Loadindex: Speedindex: > 90 600 kg K 110 km...
  • Joel Walker address refused
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Fri, 3 Mar 2000 22:11:44 +1300
    ...My bus is an Australian-market 1894 Caravelle >GL, equivalent to a Vanagon GL. Currently running a Holden V6, to be >replaced with a...
  • Calgary listees: any good mechanics recommended? Car's symptoms (NVC)
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 29 Jul 2001 23:03:19 +1200
    ...64 (3) 473-8863 fax 64 (3) 479-7527 84 VW Caravelle GL (to be fitted with SVX engine & G50 trans) 87 Corolla 1...
  • Re: Fryedaye Re: Can You Have Too Many Vanagons? an in-depth study of a modern social sickness.
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:49:51 -0700
    ...and if I can I'll sell the Caravelle. I note that this van has the larger side windows without a crease just below...
  • Re: A True Alien Census, 'Fessing up
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Fri, 8 Jun 2001 01:20:59 -0400
    ...Oh yeah..two mopeds...a Vespa and a Yamaha. 'Fessed up! -- Stephen Steele* Chillicothe OH '91 Caravelle "Hans" '84 Westfalia "Fritz" '81 Diesel Rabbit...
  • Re: Two problems . . . (heater fan)
    Historical mailing list - Data Services
    Thu, 3 Jan 2002 21:52:49 -0500
    ...a > >heater blower motor. > > > >Rich > > Aha! A bell rings! Maybe the Caravelle and Volvo 740 used in the > famed head-on test images both...
  • Re: subu conversion
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 2 Nov 2003 19:10:40 +1300
    ...I currently have 2 engines, one of which will go into �yes yes, some day) my Caravelle with Porsche G50 trans. To my knowledge...
  • No Vanagon Content, Supercharger (was: 5 cyl. Audi in Vanagon - was EngineConversions)
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Czerniak
    Mon, 14 Aug 2000 08:35:56 -0500
    ...4 & Powerglide > 1975 Kombi derelict ex 3.6 Toyota V8 > 1984 Caravelle 3.8 Holden V6 > 1984 Mitsubishi Galant Sigma 2.0 (FWD) > 1986...
  • Re: Starting problem
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Mon, 4 Dec 2000 23:41:06 +1200
    ...This is hard on the battery and hard on your nerves and patience! Andrew Grebneff Dunedin, New Zealand VW & mollusc nut 1984 VW Caravelle...
  • Re: converting to 4 wheel drive
    Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
    Sun, 9 Dec 2001 01:32:29 -1000
    ...Toyota Estima Lucida 2.2 turbodiesel MPV (=narrow "Previa") > 1984 VW Caravelle GL (to be fitted with 260hp Subaru SVX flat-6 & > Porsche G50...
  • HELP: Heads Rebuild: No Compression
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Wed, 10 Apr 2002 13:32:59 -0400
    ...Any quick suggestions from those of you that have experience with the WBX would be GREATLY appreciated. -- Stephen Steele* Chillicothe OH '91 Caravelle "Hans...
  • Re: Update on Waterboxer vs Transplant Power Options
    Historical mailing list - John Pronk
    Mon, 4 Jun 2001 21:02:19 -0000
    ...I did find a "testimonial for a lubricant based > on a 2.5 Caravelle, it's below. > > I kinda expect some flak for the...
  • <No subject>
    Historical mailing list - JordanVw
    97-08-22 03:09:05 EDT
    ...this is the headlight arrangement that is currently being used on the new Vanagons (Caravelles) that are being made by VWSA. [Oo \X/ oO...
  • Re: Great Gallery of 'Bulli' 60th Anniversary Hannover
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Thu, 27 Dec 2007 20:56:35 -0800
    ...display, there are a >> few >> Syncro shots: >> >> 89 >> 90 >> 111 (note Caravelle sliding window in panel van) >> 205 >> >> General T3 >> Many LLE - Limited Last...
  • Re: Back Hatch Emblems
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Wed, 7 Jul 2010 12:13:37 -0700
    ...BenT Sent from my Caravelle badge On Jul 7, 2010, at 11:51 AM, Daryl Christensen <daryl@AATRANSAXLE.COM> wrote: > I own and 86...
  • Re: Water, dirt and rust in gas
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sat, 31 May 2003 18:19:20 -0400
    ...tank that I should be aware of ? It is a -86 Caravelle with a -85 1.9L injection engine (no converter or oxygen sensor...
  • Re: Sliding door lock info
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 7 Jun 2000 19:46:16 -0700
    ...64 (3) 479-7535 > > Shell collector > > 69 VW Kombi-Corvair > > 75 VW Kombi (ex Toyota 3.5 V8) > > 84 VW T3 Caravelle GL/SVX...
  • Re: Europe. Only europe
    Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
    Thu, 4 May 2006 19:41:35 -0500
    ...They also have a 16" >> >> > Caravelle (1990) plus several other 16" Vanagons. Sigh... >> >> >> > >> > >> > >> >-- >> >Jake >> >1984 Vanagon GL >> >1986 Westy Weekender "Dixie" >> >www.crescentbeachguitar.com...
  • '85 Transporter dimensions Germany
    Historical mailing list - Zeidler HelmutNTC-Dusseld.
    Fri, 26 Sep 1997 13:55:47 +0200
    ...Turbo Diesel Panel High roof Kombi High roof Single Flat Crew Caravelle Caravelle Panel Kombi Cab Bed Cab C/CL GL Outside dimensions Length...
  • Copy of: Bench seats for the front
    Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
    28 Nov 96 17:22:42 EST
    ...I don't think the Caravelle was offered as a 9 pass. since they usually were more of the upscale models, but then again...
  • Re: SA GRILL
    Historical mailing list - Renier Marais
    Tue, 7 Jul 1998 14:12:48 +0200
    ...BTW After the latest price increase our top of the range Microbus (Vanagon) Caravelle 2,6 will now set you back R 160 450...
  • Re: Clutch Problems??? Comments Appreciated
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 21 Apr 2003 22:03:32 -0500
    ...Mundy > 89 Caravelle GL > Canberra, Australia > E-Mail: cwmundy@optusnet.com.au > Ph: +61 262419343 > Wk: +61 262446749 > Mob:+61 412239144 > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > > ________________________________________________________________ The best thing...
  • Re: Death Valley now AC vs WC reliability
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Wed, 24 Jan 2007 00:33:57 -0500
    ...Creamsicle? '91 Caravelle "Hans"... FS on the Samba '90 Carat "Parts" '74 MGB My first car...yep, I've kept it since '74 '93...
  • Re: dont pusy our trip meter while driving!
    Historical mailing list - John Fleming
    Thu, 25 Jan 2001 20:34:33 -0500
    ...You can do this for other items around the van > too! > > > > > > > > > Andrew Grebneff > Dunedin, New Zealand > VW & mollusc nut > 1984 VW Type 25 Caravelle...