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• Re: Passenger van to westy pop top conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Wed, 10 Dec 2003 19:07:00 -0500
  ...In this very List >alone, there has been countless discussions about "Westies" which >were not real >Westies but conversions from a bus. The discussions...
• Pulling the tranny yourself
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Wed, 10 Nov 2004 22:09:00 -0600
  ...Disconnect your batter, disconnect the starter wires, disconnect the shifter from the tranny, and disconnect the clutch slave cylinder. Remove the four bolts that...
• Dual Battery charge current
  Historical mailing list - Ben Gabel
  21 May 1996 17:12:17 +0100
  Just to throw in a comment about the dual-battery setup, with questions about high amp flows and disconnection relays. The same problem arises...
• Re: Rear speakers.
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Thu, 27 Jul 2017 13:29:23 -0400
  ...With the discounted price > and the free shipping for two pairs, you can't go wrong for decent speakers > that fit for less than...
• Re: why I discourage people from buying vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
  Sat, 2 Jul 2016 14:25:26 -0700
  I never discourage people from owning Vanagons .. I just tell them they take SPECIAL CARE AND UNDERSTANDING .. that they are not like a old...
• Re: Juddering clutch in 1982 Bus
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 16 Oct 1996 20:48:25 -0500
  ...It never made it slip, but it made it judder throughout the life of that disc. It acted exactly as described above. This was...
• RE: unplug '86 idle stabilizer?
  Historical mailing list - Dave
  Tue, 20 May 1997 20:12:42 -0500
  I have had my idle stabilizer, 1987 2.1l, unplugged for about 4 months. = My VW dealer actually disconnected it, I have since added...
• Re: Tires: 185 or 205's?
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Mon, 09 Jun 1997 10:38:25
  > I may be able to get the Yoko Y370g's, but some people tell me they are >being discontinued or that the 356's...
• Re: Newbie Tip
  Historical mailing list - STEVEN G WACKER
  Wed, 10 Sep 1997 09:51:25 -0700
  ...It is possible that the DPO pulled too hard and pulled it clear out and discarded it or having never discovered it, it may...
• Re: Halon extinguishers
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Fri, 1 May 1998 21:32:06 -0700
  ...If it is in the okay range, consider you will have about 20 seconds of discharge time for the extinguisher, so take aim at...
• Re: Idle Speed Adjustment - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 12 Oct 1998 08:49:06 -0700
  ...As to whether disconnecting the connector to the valve itself is as effective as disconnecting the single-wire connector, I can't say. I...
• Eurovan name registered by GM?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Tue, 23 Feb 1999 00:28:14 EST
  ...Everything looked normal until I entered "Eurovan" and discovered that although VW currently owns this name, it was first registered by GM in 1987...
• FS: Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Mon, 24 May 1999 15:14:12 -0400
  ...Syncro AWD Excellent condition 7 Passenger 92,000 original miles solid body full moon roof 10 Disc Sony CD player 4-speed manual transmission...
• Re: What oil to use?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 21 Jun 1999 14:44:57 -0400
  ...What oil to use? I know I'm asking something that is often discussed, but I'm new to the list and haven't...
• Eurovan list?
  Historical mailing list - Zach Kaplan
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 08:52:11 -0800
  ...It seems like most of the discussion on this list is about the rear engined T3, not the front engine T4. As much as...
• Re: Subject lines
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 21:16:47 EST
  ...If you changed the subject line, anybody jumping into your new subject will not know how the whole discussion got started and what led...
• Re: Oil Light and Buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Mon, 3 Feb 2003 14:17:55 -0500
  ...Your not fixing anything by doing this, just disconnecting it. Eric "b.t.allen" wrote: > Hi Debra, sure gets your attention though doesn't...
• For Canadians road tripping down I-95 this year...
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Fri, 27 Feb 2004 15:01:00 -0500
  ...Virginia has a program called LoonieSavers that offers discount coupons to Canadians visiting the state throughout the year. Discounts are on places to stay...
• New Side Tents from $199.95
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Jul 2004 11:35:24 -0600
  ...With your list member discount, your cost is only $189.95 plus shipping. Quantities are limited. You can find this tent listed on our...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 10 Jun 2008 to 11 Jun 2008 - Special issue (#2008-620)
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:27:31 -0700
  ...Rather than take it to an electric/stereo shop, I > just had that fuse disconnected. > Deanna, First, what do you mean by "...a 9...
• Re: Vanagon Siting...and too much e-mail?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sheridan
  Thu, 11 Apr 2002 21:40:50 -0400
  ...All the discussions about what happens if >you rearend a semi at 70MPH in your van. It all gets deleted twice a week >because...
• Re: FS 1981 Country Homes Camper
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 2 Feb 2010 18:25:46 -0500
  The disclaimer should have started with "THIS Vanangon... " In my observation Vanagons are as reliable as their owners. This one smokes, needs heads, plus...
• Re: Need Help with Engine Speed Wildly Surging at Idle
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Thu, 23 Nov 2006 11:43:22 -0800
  ...When I disconnect mine ('86) the idle raises to 3000 RPM. Of course, check grounds, check grounds, and check grounds. Finally, swap ECU. j...
• Re: Power drain
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 22 Sep 2001 13:08:35 EDT
  ...Cooper > Brzytwa, Quick & McCrystal > 900 Skylight Office Tower > Cleveland, OH 44113 > John, disconnect the ground and hook a test light from the disconnected cable...
• Re: high idle speed
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 1 Nov 2002 12:19:57 -0600
  ...The idle speed should be the same whether the ISV is connected or disconnected, provided the engine is warm. With the ISV disconnected, if...
• Re: Heh -- I'm such a ninnyhammer
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 3 Aug 2008 22:56:08 -0400
  ...Only if disconnecting the gauge makes the symptoms disappear... >Normally, the 1.9 engines will run fine with the O2 sensor disconnected as >long...
• Re: speaking if clutch slave failure
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 14 Sep 2004 15:29:36 -0500
  First hand experience with clutch shudder in a manual tranny!! Oil on the clutch disc face!! This usually comes from a leaking clutch seal...
• Re: AC Electrical
  Historical mailing list - Mbob1950
  Fri, 4 Aug 2023 14:51:42 -0500
  ...Went to install a new one only to > discover the original overheated before it blew and melted the > rubber/plastic that holds the brass...
• Re: Radiator fan
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sun, 6 Sep 2020 10:35:25 -0500
  ...I resorted to > > disconnecting the battery to shut it off and save the battery from deep > > discharge. > > > > > > > > Anyone want to weigh in on the...
• Re: camper closet removal? Weekenders cheaper?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 18:35:30 -0500
  ...The exhaust pipe on my vehicle gets discolored, too. Should I > buy a new one? > > > ---- Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com <javascript:;>> wrote: > > on the...
• Re: Are all 2.1 engines digifant?
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 4 May 2014 13:25:06 -0500
  ...I disconnected that system and it runs and idles fine without it for general operations. And I simply don't use it any more...
• Re: was 15" Tires for Westy-Now Spare Tire
  Historical mailing list - Melissa Mourkas
  Sat, 29 Aug 2009 14:56:39 -0700
  ...I have also since discovered that my spare tire on this rig is a 14" non-C-rated tire, so I am going to...
• 10% Off Bus Depot Orders
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 6 Mar 2009 08:33:18 -0500
  ...Exclusions are the same as for the usual 5% List Discount (sale items, made-to-order and special-order items, wheels/tires, engines/trans...
• Re: Something off reec.autos.vw
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Tue, 11 Oct 1994 08:45:43 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I'd really rather the list didn't get cluttered up with this discussion so: End of disucssion. And now back to the discussion...
• RE: Alternator Bearings (90 Amp)
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Fri, 05 Jan 1996 15:51:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...VW wants $285 (before 15% discount) >for one and FLAPS wants $149 (before 10% discount). I had just replaced the >brush/regulator in this...
• Re: Ground Shut-off Switch Needed
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Fri, 07 Mar 1997 23:08:44 -0500
  ...am looking for a simple but effective ground shut-off or disconnect >switch for my '83 Vanagon. There is not enough room in the...
• Re: Last message regarding DRLs
  Historical mailing list - coyote
  Wed, 23 Sep 1998 14:42:37 -0700
  >the real question is, if you are the list administrator is your >opinion on when a discussion has gone on long enough [when you...
• Re: Carver web address
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Tue, 20 Apr 1999 14:48:58 EDT
  ...http://www.eurocampers.com/">EuroCampers Home Page</A> I discount the P4, and further discount it for listmembers. I have received email from the...
• Re: Michelin MXT B Deal!
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 20:06:10 -0600
  Just wanted to confirm Blaine's experience with Discount Tire. I got my MX (185-14) Michelins there and don't remember the price...
• Re: It never ends.
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 17 Nov 1999 06:12:48 -0500
  Ron & all- I love the sanctity of the Vanagon list; a discussion of our beloved VW's. I also love the discussion of ways...
• Subject: Re: Engine & Exhaust replacement (help!)
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
  Thu, 12 Oct 2000 18:51:51 -0600
  ...I always ask the dealer for a discount and they always give something. For transmission parts (3-4 hub slider etc.) they offered me...
• Re: **TRIPLE** Listmember Discount - TOMORROW ONLY
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 5 Dec 2001 21:12:33 -0500
  ...The ones on the actual Bargains page are the only ones that get 5% instead of 15% (and get no listmember discount on normal...
• Re: A Startling Discovery
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:53:34 -0400
  ...Re: [VANAGON] A Startling Discovery On Oct 11, 2012, at 9:38 AM, Ken Lewis <kdlewis@NORTHSTATE.NET> wrote: FRAM 2870A For another experience...
• Re: 84 westie at 10 miles/gallon
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:52:54 -0400
  At 06:32 PM 7/23/2011, David White wrote: >A recent purchase, came with the low mileage >New O2 sensor Start by disconnecting...
• Re: FIFA and Complaints
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:30:40 -0400
  ...Closer to Vanagon-dom (it's automobile related), we could be discussing Bernie Ecclestone.
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - walkingboss
  Sat, 19 Dec 2009 04:22:09 -0600
  ...As always discount to list members. Thanks Howard Item number #280440724008
• Re: Backwards conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Ed Berlett
  Wed, 13 May 1998 21:32:30 -0400
  ...There has been a lot of discussion this year about using the TD and TDI engines. Ed
• Re: Vanagon Mechanic For Hire
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Wed, 8 Apr 1998 01:30:13 EDT
  ...John is a disciple.... ;<)
• Re: Is it me or is it my Westy?--
  Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
  Fri, 13 Nov 1998 21:18:36 -0500
  Rik - Have you, uh, ever discussed this topic with our brothers North of our border? From what I understand, our Canadian brethren haven't...
• Paging Fred from Baltimore
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 28 Nov 1998 09:58:17 EST
  ...Please email me asap, I have some things to discuss with you. Ken Wilford Van-Again John 3:16
• Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shane
  Mon, 30 Aug 1999 11:52:22 -0400
  ...you will find much discussion on this topic. - steve
• Vanagon Swivel Seats
  Historical mailing list - Dianne L Gigler
  Thu, 8 Jul 1999 23:38:09 -0400
  Do all vanagons with the Westfalia conversion have swivel front seats? The owner's manual recently referenced on this bboard discusses a storage box...
• Re: Radiator Fan...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Sackin
  Mon, 15 Nov 1999 11:39:48 EST
  Ken Wilford of www.vanagain.com posted easy step-by-step troubleshooting for the radiator fan at http://www.vanagain.com/disc2_frm.htm...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 9 Jan 2001 - Special issue (#2001-47)
  Historical mailing list - John
  Tue, 9 Jan 2001 23:13:46 -0500
  Hi Ben, Thanks for the in-depth explanation of the "weekender" but you also discribed a Westy "Multivan" to a tee. What's the...
• free 84 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Fri, 16 Nov 2001 14:49:28 -0800
  ...usual disclaimers. bill '87 syncro westfalia
• parts wanted
  Historical mailing list - Shaggy
  Wed, 29 May 2002 14:58:28 -0700
  I need both front backing plates for my front discs, anyone have any good used rust free ones? Shaggy ===== Shaggy __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo...
• Re: GoWesty 16" Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 17:21:37 -0700
  ...I'd really like bigger brakes and discs on the rear but I haven't found a conversion for that yet [that I can...
• Magna904
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 20 Mar 2005 08:40:32 -0600
  ...http://www.breckocorp.com/magna904.htm Usual Disclaimers: I have no connection with this organization in any way. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
• Re: Was: Getting Discouraged
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 1 Mar 2006 12:07:48 -0500
  This may be a starter pilot bushing inside the bell housing.You will be $dollars$ ahead if you R and R the starter and...
• Re: 5/16" space connectots for the head lights
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT O UELTZEN
  Sat, 26 May 2007 17:28:21 -0700
  I found some 8mm or 5/16" blade terminals or disconnects at eagleday.com. I think a package of 20 cost $11. Rob U...