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  • Re: Outside Table for Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
    Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11:48:32 -0400
    hey guys I mounted a set of westy inside table brackets to the right front part of my westy and carry an extra leg...
  • Re: Eurovan Weekender Westfalia Conversion
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Sat, 21 Aug 1999 18:39:56 EDT
    ...You remove the seats, and the cabinets fit into the seat brackets and lock in place just like the seats do. The sink unit...
  • Trailer hitches
    Historical mailing list - VW Addict aka The Bus Nut
    Fri, 20 Apr 2001 08:59:47 -0700
    ...I will make them bolt on, not welded to the brackets, and the reciever will sit lower so no cutting of the impact strip...
  • Re: Does a FORD F150 F250 F350 BRONCO SMITTYBILT fit a front of a a vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:03:59 -0500
    ...Either > > that or some creative rewelding of the mounting brackets. > > > > > > Route 66 Rider! > > Ramon Hill > > Live Long and Be Free > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: Vanagon...
  • Re: Poptop Raise Assists
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Tue, 4 Mar 2008 15:25:55 -0500
    ...Kim Brennan and I > emailed back and forth about a year ago and he seemed happy with the > struts mounted to the poptop brackets...
  • Curtain upgrade
    Historical mailing list - John Runberg
    Sun, 2 Mar 2008 19:09:04 -0500
    ...1) the top cabinet and closet had to come out so the original trim brackets could be removed. It also made it a lot...
  • Re: Building carrier (load bar) Square or rectangular tube steel?
    Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
    Sat, 15 Mar 2008 19:59:46 -0400
    ...it. > > Put the bar under it, make cardboard templates for the brackets you > need....cut those out on the work bench, set those in...
  • Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:59:00 -0800
    ...so why not copy FAS's system ? true you don't have engine-mounted muffler brackets spaced far apart like diesel vanagons and oppossed...
  • "Hankerin' for fiberglass Carat Trim & Bumpers" (long)
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 17 Feb 2000 19:30:53 EST
    ...There is no way to attach them in the stock manner (with brackets, etc) so you need to use some countersunk screws, countersink some...
  • Re: vanagon with ticco engine/vibrations
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Sun, 23 Feb 2003 22:33:47 -0800
    ...It could be that other Tiico owners are experiencing belt vibrations from mis-aligned pulleys and brackets and mistaking this for mounts, etc. or...
  • Re: Should engine mount move this much? (PIC)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:15:51 -0700
    ...I used Fox brackets and mounts on this Jetta engine. The angle of the brackets dictate the angle of the carrier arms. It's...
  • Re: Rocky Mtn Westy Exhaust
    Historical mailing list - James V
    Wed, 1 Apr 2015 10:34:40 -0700
    ...The mounting brackets flex quite a bit. They are not stainless and will rust. The final fit commonly has the cat-exhaust-tailpipe assembly...
  • Re: Towing a Vanagon behind a motorhome
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sun, 12 Aug 2012 10:06:18 -0700
    ...The Roadmaster brackets and Falcon2 tow bar work great. > >Dennis > > >-----Original Message----- >From: Rob [mailto:vwrobb@gmail.com] >Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2012 12...
  • Re: Moderator Comment Re: Disc Brake Setup Photos
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Thu, 9 Apr 2009 09:35:19 -0700
    ...ha ha) kit that just includes machined 2WD hubs, and caliper brackets (front/rear), so that advanced DIY types can source their own discs...
  • Fire Systems/performance parts
    Historical mailing list - Scott Chen
    Tue, 17 Mar 1998 15:09:07 -0600
    ...A 5 lb system complete with pull cable, actuating head, bottle and brackets and two nozzles costs $300 for Halon and $325 for the...
  • Re: S&S headers
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 2 Mar 2001 05:51:08 EST
    ...Stainless steel Mufflers with integral mounting brackets and tail pipe for all waterboxer engined Vanagons with 1.9 or 2.1 litre engines, 2...
  • Re: Towing a breadbox with a vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 17 Feb 2003 21:08:01 -0500
    ...Roadmaster has the proper brackets for the Loaf. You should also consider some form of brake activation for the towed vehicle in case of...
  • Re: SA grill kit for sale....Charleston, SC
    Historical mailing list - J. Harvey
    Tue, 1 Jun 2004 18:50:58 -0700
    ...Comes with >grill, the inner lights, and the brackets for them.........all you need i am >pretty sure....................... > > >Adam...
  • Re: Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 20 Dec 2012 17:07:38 -0800
    ...stay still when the motor rotated...Mine didn't break, hung from rubbers...but it works better now mounted with the diesel exhaust brackets..
  • Mileage with platimun plugs
    Historical mailing list - Greenamyer, William L
    Mon, 5 Dec 2005 10:39:50 -0800
    ...Mileage was a consistant 21.5mpg with the cracked exhaust pipes but because of the support brackets, the exhaust held itself together pretty well...
  • Re: Bostig Zetec kit...WOW...
    Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
    Wed, 11 Oct 2006 16:57:15 -0700
    ...of this kit...8 wires..no holes > to > drill...everything labeled-brackets and wires and every baggie containing > little stuff...labeled..even comes ith...
  • Re: Two questions about shady boy awnings
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sat, 31 Oct 2020 08:44:35 -0700
    ...Maybe it’s how I have the mounting brackets installed on my van, but the drips there don’t bother me as much as...
  • Installing Multivan interior, some questions?
    Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
    Thu, 16 Jul 1998 22:35:15 -0400
    ...Is the body cut here on MV's or am I missing an adjustment? Also, I have L-brackets that seem to fit at...
  • Re: Repair glue for heater box
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:04:14 -1000
    ...Scott On 4/12/2016 12:53 PM, Alistair Bel wrote: > I bent some metal L brackets to fix a box that I worked...
  • Re: Aircooled heater cables
    Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
    Mon, 27 Dec 2010 10:07:57 -0500
    ...There are welded brackets on both sides. Currently, on my left > side, the gas return line is routed through a grommet in the flapper...
  • SA Mud Flaps
    Historical mailing list - James S. Cohen
    Thu, 20 Jul 2000 21:19:01 -0400
    ...They dont' clip on, but use mounting pins and brackets. I have a set left. If anyone wants them, let me know. But I...
  • Re: late model curtain "shelf" install query
    Historical mailing list - David McCallum
    Thu, 29 Jun 2006 09:53:42 -0600
    ...unit was harder, I had to fabricate some crude > sheet metal brackets to affix the bottom securely to the van. > > > My question is: in...
  • Re: interior lighting - led strip
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 24 Feb 2013 11:57:38 -0800
    ...Easy to measure? > > On CL, I've seen LED's in metal brackets with cover. They allow 2 or 3 > mount angles. Can't...
  • Alternative Part & Design to Bosal Diesel Exhaust Hanger? (15* I4 Jetta engine)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:04:53 -0800
    ...I see that Rockauto and Vancafe has them, but figured redoing my brackets to use a common hanger would help when on the road...
  • square headlight upgrade kit
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Sat, 9 Jan 1999 23:16:13 -0800
    ...all the stuff in the instructions - 2 5x7 lights with predrilled corners, wire harnesses, chrome-molly brackets, hardware. Bill Davidson 90 Westy Syncro Lake...
  • Re: Roadhaus - Trip Report to Bus Fusion
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Sun, 13 Jun 2004 20:45:28 -0500
    ...there is this scary 'Death Rattle" sound > from > bowels of the engine. > one valve seat likely more recessed > broken alternator brackets > over heating > blow...
  • Re: late model curtain "shelf" install query
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Thu, 29 Jun 2006 09:16:30 -0700
    ...unit was harder, I had to fabricate some crude > sheet metal brackets to affix the bottom securely to the van. > > > My question is: in...
  • Re: 91 Westy - SA Grill upgrade?
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Fri, 14 Nov 2014 11:51:54 -0800
    ...it? > > I know that I need to buy the round headlight brackets, but hopefully I can > pick them up at a wreckers locally. > > Thoughts...
  • Re: Rear end rattle
    Historical mailing list - James Felder
    Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:28:32 -0500
    ...I've been underneath and > in the engine compartment finding cables, brackets, anything that can > move and make noise and tying things off. And...
  • Re: Retrofitting power steering-is it worth it?
    Historical mailing list - Benjita
    Sat, 25 Apr 1998 21:42:33 EDT
    ...Switching racks is a snap, and running the lines won't be difficult as all the brackets are simply screwed into the undercarraige. BUT...
  • Re: Rear Bumper Concerns
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 18 Nov 1998 22:07:19 EST
    ...bracket - and with some kind of shock absorbers mounted between the brackets, and the frame similar to the 5mph shock absorbers used on all...
  • Re: Westy Roof Racks - carrying kayaks
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Wed, 26 Jun 2002 11:38:50 -0700
    ...seem to be using the Thule or Yakima artificial rain gutter brackets (http://www.thuleracks.com/thule/product.asp?sku=542&dept_id=16...
  • Re: Information on Klimaus or Kilma Headliner Air Conditioners.
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 8 Feb 2004 22:40:56 +1300
    ...have to locate >brackets for the rest. > >My sounds system is only 78hp in top trim. Probably closer 40hp in it's >present tired...
  • AC housing reconstruction...
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
    Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:02:58 -0500
    ...the AC? Also, aside from the VW recall for the vent brackets, has anyone figured out a "better" way of hanging this AC monster...
  • Re: One more shady boy comment
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Thu, 28 May 2015 13:52:15 -0700
    ...to mine. >> >> The stock attachment method for the stainless steel minting brackets to >> the van is using stainless sheet metal screws. Leaving aside the...
  • Re: From rags to westy in a week.
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 9 Aug 2008 19:26:04 -0700
    ...I started the day with a gutted > van (But holes in the floor, and a few brackets welded in place. I ended the > day...
  • FS: Power Window/Lock Kit, Jumpseat, Bentley.....
    Historical mailing list - Cory Zumbrennen
    Thu, 6 Aug 1998 23:03:19 EDT
    ...I have *everything* that you will need....floor brackets, seatbelts.....etc......................$100. And last but not least a slightly used but new as of...
  • f/s or trade '87 syncro in Bend, OR
    Historical mailing list - Mail Server
    Wed, 23 Jan 2002 09:52:32 -0800
    ...The A/C has the recall performed to keep it on the roof but sags a bit, needs a couple of custom brackets built...
  • Re: From rags to westy in a week.
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 4 Aug 2008 08:46:26 -0400
    ...welder today in anticipation of cutting and welding in the >seat > > brackets (And the one under the kitchen), have removed the rear heater >core...
  • Re: Proud New Owner needs roof rack tips
    Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
    Wed, 28 Oct 1998 11:15:45 -0600
    ...Your problem is going to be attaching a pr of Yakima " Top load" or" side load" brackets to your pop top. Someone else will...
  • Need fuel expansion tank valve
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Wed, 27 Jun 2012 21:25:39 -0700
    ...Wrestling with this tank by myself was brutal, and the brackets were bent so I spent quite a bit of time bending them into...
  • Re: Tailpipe repair
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 23 Jun 2004 06:10:05 EDT
    ...aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) with integral tail pipe and mounting brackets. < < Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com/BusFusion...
  • Muffler--should I change?
    Historical mailing list - rpc
    Tue, 11 Apr 2006 19:42:21 -0700
    Hello, I am about to change the muffler support brackets and hold down bands. They are rusted and nearly gone. (1990 MV with 176...
  • =?UTF-8?Q?Re=3A_Diesel_Engine_Position=3A_4=C2=BA_Angle_From_Centre_of?= =?UTF-8?Q?_Rear_Wheels?=
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 26 Oct 2017 11:27:26 -0700
    ...https://photos.app.goo.gl/EdX10Jqcnki6rkY33 I'm ready to fabricate engine mount brackets for the ABA I've installed in my '88. Currently...
  • Re: a/c fittings
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Thu, 8 Jul 2010 20:29:07 -0400
    ...well.. > but I do have about 7 vanagon AC compressors and brackets and all the lines > to them in my used parts stash and...
  • Re: Power Steering
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 3 May 2010 20:31:45 -0700
    ...the rest of it is just the pump and brackets, the res, the pipes, the PS rack, the shaft that goes from 'V' steeing...
  • Re: Benefits of 15 " rims
    Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
    Mon, 8 Mar 1999 11:36:53 +0100
    ...The rear brackets will not fit, the mountings do have no counter parts on the trailing arm. There have to be made a self...
  • Re: Towing with a Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
    Wed, 18 Aug 1999 15:23:23 -0700
    ...My van has a receiver that I made from square and rectangular tubings, welded to the existing bumper brackets. It all tucks up under...
  • Re: Charging or not?
    Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
    Sun, 12 Oct 2003 08:46:31 -0500
    ...I didn't see anything different in the brackets.
  • Re: Is this coolant connector and where should it connect?
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Mon, 8 Dec 2008 18:39:30 -0500
    ...can't trace it > to the other end, what with the brackets, pulleys and such. > > Thanks! > -Mark > > ------------------------------------------------------------ > + To unsubscribe from the Vanagon List send...
  • NEW PRICE INFO on S.African grills from the Depot
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Thu, 14 Mar 2002 17:59:12 -0500
    ...Upper grill with emblem and inner lights/brackets: $178. This is 10% over the group-buy price. If you buy both, your net cost...
  • Re: Help!! Another broken alternator bracket
    Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
    Wed, 14 Feb 2001 09:08:43 -0800
    ...the problem out. I was under the impression that breaking alt. brackets was kind of an odd ball unusual thing as well. Ron? Any...
  • Re: Video Display Question
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Thu, 10 Oct 2002 10:28:49 -0600
    ...Now let's get some deals up on your site for GPS Systems, Jotto Desk Laptop Brackets, LCD TV's and such. Ken's...
  • Re: Front Heater Fan Just stopped working last week, Any ideas? Need some parts....
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 7 Dec 2007 02:03:56 -0600
    ...if you have > one used, as well as the plastic mounting brackets. > > Thanks, > > Robert > NYC > 88 silver vanagon auto with 229,000 miles on...
  • Re: Stock German Mud Flaps Available Again
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Fri, 5 Dec 2008 20:54:29 -0500
    ...These > are > genuine VW, from the original molds, but the brackets are now stainless > steel so they won't rust. > > Links: > > <http://busdepot.com...