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Not a propane-craving spider? (Westy)
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Tue, 10 Aug 2004 14:49:15 -0700
...louder hissing noise than the left burner and has yellow flame tips yet the left burner burns like a stove should, with a nice...
Re: corrado speedline wheels on a vw?
Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
Thu, 13 May 2004 18:34:36 +0000
...vw? the offset is et 43. > >thanks >ki _________________________________________________________________ Getting married? Find tips, tools and the latest trends at MSN Life Events. http://lifeevents.msn...
Re: inside door panel materials?
Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
Mon, 15 Aug 2005 16:33:49 -0400
...thickness of wood to use for this project. > > Thanks for any tips, suggestions or otherwise tomfoolery. I would think thin sheets of Masonite (brown...
Re: windshield replacment prep
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sun, 27 Nov 2005 06:21:15 EST
...Don't want to reinvent the wheel, so im just looking for any tips you might have when you have addressed this issue yourself...
Re: Installing 5 1/4" Rear Speakers in Westy
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sat, 16 Jun 2007 11:31:42 -0700
...Does anyone have any tricks to do it > with everything in place? Any other tips would be greatly appreciated. > > Thanks > Kevin > 87 Westy > EJ22
Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:35:22 -0800
Not to mention that crayons are pretty cheap and available everywhere in your favourite colours! Thanks John! On Tue, Feb 24, 2009 at 2...
Re: Minimal Heat (2.1)
Historical mailing list - John Meeks
Fri, 16 Jan 2009 10:22:29 -0500
...Any thoughts, tips, etc on my lack of heat > and replacing the thermostat? http://www.vanagonauts.com/19.11-Thermostat--2.1L-53.htm...
Re: Bus Depot coolant pipe tips needed
Historical mailing list - Al Carey
Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:21:21 -0500
...My pipes look different so he could not use either my 85 or my 84 as a guide. >>>>> >>>>> Any tips from the list I...
Re: Camping tips and tricks
Historical mailing list - Doug F
Sat, 11 Feb 2006 18:59:30 -0800
...Camping tips and tricks > I noticed that the drivers side front door has an air vent channel that > goes the entire width of the...
Re: Sound insulation info and tips
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Wed, 15 Mar 2006 07:21:01 -0500
...It is the exact same stuff. > Anybody try adding insulation inside the front fiberglass top? How about > the roof? Any tips would be great...
wbx reliability
Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
Sun, 17 Feb 2002 23:59:35 -0800
...Your tips are great if you are starting off with a freshly rebuilt engine, or bought the van brand new. Otherwise, maybe a bit...
Black Friday finds anyone?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 1 Dec 2024 13:04:23 -0500
...So no special tips to offer. Only things I noticed. On Amazon, Regular price on the Vanagon Spectrum later gas tank seems lower then...
Leaky rear heater valve again
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 5 Oct 2021 17:24:27 -0400
...clamp one or more of the hoses to stop the leak without doing any harm? Thanks for any tips. Eric Caron 85 GL Auto
Vanagon toy, Jack with spreader
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 19:51:33 -0400
...Any tips from those out there using a set up like this? I’ll probably do the first use with a sighted friend. So...
Re: Spark plugs - 2.l L
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Sun, 28 Sep 2014 12:51:28 -0400
...If you want the multi tips get the 4477 Quads or the newer version. I forgot the new number. I am on the road...
loose driver's side window question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 11 Aug 2014 19:10:01 -0400
...or what I might need to look for in terms of a fix? Tips appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Westfailia normal crank windows
Re: [T2] Aluminum jalousie window cleaning
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Thu, 6 Mar 2014 19:29:35 -0800
...I do wish they put these windows in the Vanagon though. (Vanagon content.) Stuart > Any tips on cleaning aluminum jalousie windows? I am working...
Re: Friday-need tips on visiting Wolfsburg NVC
Historical mailing list - Rob
Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:11:53 -0800
Spencer mentions p-mail, I'd be interested in this information too, any chance of putting it on the list? One never knows what...
Re: Clutch Adjustment ?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:24:17 -0500
...Any tips? Thanks. John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 9/14/2011...
Load Reduction Relay Failuire
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 19 May 2011 18:12:21 -0500
...You can feel it click under your finger tips when the ignition is turned on. This relay supplies power for headlight operations, and it...
Re: pulling a BEHR AC system?
Historical mailing list
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:52:16 EDT
...system. > > If you have removed/installed one of these systems, any tips ? > > I don't want to forget/damage anything that I will need...
Re: 87GL Died/Left Equpment Outages
Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
Thu, 21 Aug 1997 19:47:32 -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
Aux Gauge Mounting Location
Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
Wed, 10 Jun 1998 10:37:14 -0400
...Any wiring and installation diagrams/tips would also be appreciated. I plan to install both an oil temperature and pressure gauge. I would like...
Help with upper ball joint
Historical mailing list - Michael T. DeLessio
Wed, 10 Jun 1998 13:22:23 -0400
...Do I need a special tool to replace the ball joint? Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mike D. *********************************************************************** Michael Delessio...
Vanagon Radiator Fan
Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
Sat, 18 Jul 1998 10:39:17 -0400
Any tips on replacing the radiator fan? I get the idea that these don't fail too often, since the part is hard to...
Re: y2k and making it thru it
Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
Sat, 31 Oct 1998 12:17:07 -0500
richard (juju34@TEXOMA.NET) said on the date of 10/31/98 4:59 AM >yall check this site for the y2k tips on...
Re: Gerry's (illness)
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 21 May 1999 15:05:15 -0400
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Re: Litchfield Bug-In
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Wed, 10 May 2000 07:46:31 -0500
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Need clear illustration showing diesel mounting system
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Thu, 11 May 2000 14:59:44 -0500
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Pulling vanagon auto trans.
Historical mailing list - Don Record
Tue, 26 Jun 2001 06:15:55 EDT
...Anyone out there done this and have any tips, suggestions, or warnings.? As a side note, thanks to Ken Wilfy for recommending German Transaxle...
condensor removal
Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
Wed, 5 Jun 2002 11:34:43 EDT
...Bently is no help( like i am suprised ) Any helpful tips or prayers would be appreciated. Jim Morgan 86Gl "breadbox"
Re: reducing westy water faucet velocity
Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
Sun, 23 Jun 2002 22:36:09 -0400
...Thanks for > any > tips. > Edward >
Re: Simple Timing Question on 2.1L
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Tue, 18 May 2004 09:40:56 -0400
...of info in the archives but nothing that actually states this. > Thanks to Mark Keller, he has posted lots of timing tips. > > Thanks, > > Ed >
86 Westie - clunking driver window, clunking side windows
Historical mailing list - millo fenzi
Wed, 13 Jul 2005 09:09:07 -0700
...Other than these 3 clunks I've chased down every rattle and hum so would very much appreciate tips on how to nail these...
Re: pulling the stove/fridge?
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 14 Apr 2006 17:16:06 -0400
...almost completely full currently. (can you purge it yourself, or should > a shop do this?) > > > thanks for any tips, suggestions or misc tomfoolery. > > chris >
Swapping late sway bar links to '82?
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Wed, 29 Mar 2006 07:40:32 -0800
...Any tips appreciated. Thanks. Shawn Wright http://members.shaw.ca/vwdiesels '88 Westy 1.6TD 5 speed '82 Diesel Westy 1.6NA '85 Jetta...
List Advice on Trip to Bermuda
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:13:18 -0400
...Any Vanagon List folks who have been there and are willing to share any tips, money saving ideas, must see things, experiences, etc. I...
Re: CV Boot Replacement Tips and Caveats request
Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
Thu, 18 Nov 1999 10:21:38 -0500
...which all > address the messy process in minute detail , BUT the tips and caveats of > the learned and the experienced always help. > > I do...
Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 7 Dec 2022 16:56:23 -0800
...Re: [VANAGON] Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment > > Thanks Dan, > > I’m learning and will get there. > > I’ve been able to turn out...
Re: need A/C tips. 87 gl
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Wed, 17 Jul 2002 20:41:46 -0500
...134 conversion kit from BD > > Just wondering if anyone has any tips for me. Is changing the dryer > difficult? Should I change any other...
Installing manual window regulator
Historical mailing list - David M
Sun, 3 Dec 2023 22:59:09 +0000
...Does anyone have any tips on how to get the manual regulator into the door and into position. I finally got it into the...
Re: tail light dissassembly question
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 10 Jul 2014 18:05:05 -0500
...I'm waiting for tips as the small > missing piece of plastic in the inside corner tells me that even a sighted > previous owner...
Re: Sucky Gas Mileage
Historical mailing list - Rob
Thu, 2 May 2013 12:26:31 -0500
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >Subject: [VANAGON] Sucky Gas Mileage > >Can I get any tips to improve the mileage I am getting? 91GL Auto with...
Re: '91 vanagon GL fuel injector flush/clean?
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:36:45 -0700
...9:05 PM, John Rodgers wrote: | |Sorry - I should have said they return to you the injector tips and the_ |pintels_ that they replace.
Adjusting sliding door
Historical mailing list - Troy
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:17:02 -0800
...For anyone who has ever done this, can you provide any tips? How much time should I allow for the job? Troy
Re: Tips on reducing HC during emissions test
Historical mailing list - Timothy Crooks
Wed, 26 Aug 1998 22:23:30 -0400
For the few minutes of the test why not take out the air filter? Works for me every time. -Tim Barnegat, NJ kenneth d...
Re: Interior Light -Florescent vs Incandescent
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Thu, 6 May 1999 09:05:53 -0400
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: need cold weather tips for diesel Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
Sun, 14 Nov 1999 23:45:28 +0100
KENWILFY@AOL.COM wrote: > 5. Be sure that your starter is working properly and doesn't have a ton of > miles on it (I...
Re: Ordered New SA Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Phil Marston
Thu, 2 Mar 2000 14:29:02 -0000
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon ********************************************* [text/html]
WTB jump seat hardware
Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
Mon, 17 Jul 2000 07:15:53 EDT
...Any tips from those who have done this would be greatly appreciated. Gary Gary McEachern, Reading Ma. '90 Westy '84GL w/ Super Sunroof '87GL...
Re: 022D Digifant Upgrade Chip Performance Report...
Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
Wed, 20 Sep 2000 10:35:08 -1000
...country? Ewe should ask Andrew from NZ, he should have some tips. Maybe grab a few, good for reflocking westy pop tops. BTW, hope...
Re: 82 Westy diesel - idle problems
Historical mailing list - Rachel Cogent
Wed, 23 May 2001 08:01:55 -0700
...Thanks for everyone's help in offering tips to get my diesel Westy running after a 5 year non-op and helpful suggestions on...
Re: valve cover gasket replacement
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Tue, 30 Oct 2001 23:50:25 -0500
...Anyone have any tips or things I should know? Seems > pretty simple to me. Flip off those spring clamp things, take out the > old...
Door Lock Motor (acutator) repairing
Historical mailing list - Denis-F. Bastien
Fri, 12 Dec 2003 10:24:41 -0500
Hi everyone and thanks for all the tips and help provided here. Last week I try to repair my door lock actuator that was...
Timing 1.9,2.1 engines
Historical mailing list - Dennis Coggia
Wed, 23 Feb 2005 13:24:38 -0500
...I've got a bentley and I've combed the net for tips on timing and I'm still having trouble. I'm finding...
Re: inside door panel materials?
Historical mailing list - Alan Sinclair
Mon, 15 Aug 2005 16:30:49 -0700
...thickness of wood to use for this >> project. >> >> Thanks for any tips, suggestions or otherwise tomfoolery. > > > I would think thin sheets of Masonite (brown...
Re: How to keep mirrors in place
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:54:27 -0700
...it's windy they will pretty much fold in > completely. > > Does anyone have any tips on keeping them in place? Thanks in advance. > > Bob
Re: Radiator part 2 Disappointment
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:20:50 -0500
...Any tips on putting in the sensor in the new radiator or how you approach the steps to changing it out is appreciated. Eric...
Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
Historical mailing list - Jack R.
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:08:50 -0400
...18, 2010 8:38 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills When the thin plastic blades of your...
Re: Syncro rumble at 50+ mph - FIXED!
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 17 Jul 1998 06:44:37 -0400
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ******************************************** </excerpt><<<<<<<< <bold>Michael J. Sullivan </bold><italic>Director of Catalog Design Open...