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• Re: San Fran Parking
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 03:23:22 EDT
  ...For you kind folk inclined to come to our fair city and want some parking tips, please pmail me and I will try to...
• Re: Pistons & heads installation videos
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Sat, 24 Mar 2007 11:09:25 -0400
  ...So for those >> who >> are ready, here is some inside tips of the real deal on wasser-boxer >> engine. >> So get your tools, removed...
• Cruise control tips
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 19 Feb 2001 17:24:27 -0800
  ...was not working and thought I'd pass on a few tips. First, the Bentley has the troubleshooting page for cruise control a bit...
• List advice on winter repairs , shocks,
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:00:18 -0500
  ...not much different then my 85. These are the GW springs. Tips on this work appreciated. Eric Caron Always doing projects on the vans!
• Re: Window and Middle Track Rust repair.
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 7 Feb 2021 16:30:35 -0500
  ...deal with first. > > https://abenteuerslidingdoor.shutterfly.com > > If anyone has any tips on how to address it, or experience fixing up the area, let...
• Re: Sliding door adjustment tips
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 27 Jun 2018 16:16:16 -0700
  this is an example how to do it.. let's say you want the rear to drop about 3mm (or whatever)... - open the sliding...
• Re: Cleaning agents?
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Spragge
  Wed, 27 Jan 2016 08:35:43 -0800
  ...that the > factory used to glue down the carpet? > > > > Also, any tips from those of you that have replaced their carpet with the > carpet...
• Re: Custom Curtians
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Tue, 28 Jan 2014 12:09:48 -0700
  ...you add backing for insulation or to block the sun? Any tips or thoughts? Anyone have patterns? My wife was talking about making a...
• Dash removed/re-installed
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 6 May 2012 16:30:24 -0700
  ...Thanks to all for tips, etc. -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott Bend, Ore. 1984 Westfalia. A poor but proud people. 1971 "Ladybug"-brand utility...
• Re: airflow management in hot weather driving
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 25 Sep 2010 11:44:39 -0600
  " What are your hot weather driving tips?" I'm pretty sure this is not the kind of answer you're interested in, but ..... I...
• RE: fuel line stoppers
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Mon, 05 Feb 1996 10:13:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...Hmmm, wood is porous, paint is likely dissolved by gasoline, lead tips can break off if stressed, and most pencils aren't even round...
• propane fridge
  Historical mailing list - Mark Isaacs
  Sun, 2 Jun 96 20:56 PDT
  ...Are there any publications (books, magazines, articles) that can provide us with tips on what to expect in the way of problems, routine maintenance...
• Re: Brake Bleeding, here I go again
  Historical mailing list
  14 Jan 97 06:49:46 PST
  ...Thanks for all the tricks and tips, tho, I do appreciate the positive thoughts. Bentley states that DOT3 is sufficient for my '80 Vanagon...
• Re: travelling tips
  Historical mailing list - Mark Schrope
  Tue, 19 May 1998 15:28:30 -0400
  Just a note for those of you with rear facing seats- after discovering my 1-gallon Prestone container was leaking under the backseat (yes...
• Diesel
  Historical mailing list - Pierce, John D
  Mon, 24 Aug 1998 23:27:59 -0400
  ...Can someone please give me some tips on what to look for when shopping for one? I found a 1984 diesel Rabbit on the...
• Re: proper Aux battery type size?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 21 Jul 1998 15:33:03 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: travel veedubbing
  Historical mailing list - Kari Williams
  Tue, 30 Mar 1999 22:14:48 EST
  <<A couple tips from experience: Try to get someplace (like campground, or wherever) in daylight and pick the campsite or parking places carefully (like...
• Camber?
  Historical mailing list - Lee Roesner
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 12:22:18 -0700
  ...Any tips, hints clues...and is there any "adjustable" springs/shocks that fit the 91 Vanagon that you may have installed out there??? Lee...
• Re: heater blower
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 8 Feb 2001 14:33:30 -0500
  ...Various people here have written pages of tips on dealing with this particular monster, check archives and/or ask me when you get nearer...
• Oil Cooler Dripping Oil 90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Mark Magee
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 16:47:41 -0600
  ...Any tips appreciated. Mark Magee 90 Carat 79K Kemah TX USA John 14:6
• Shifter Housing
  Historical mailing list - Eric Spletzer
  Tue, 6 Aug 2002 15:14:14 -0700
  ...Anybody had to do this before and have any tips on how to access it and what to look for before I go in...
• Re: Friday Stuff
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Thu, 6 Mar 2003 16:21:07 -0500
  ...care less". "Irregardless", I ------ care less. > The Crom '84 Westy > > __________________________________________________ > Do you Yahoo!? > Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more > http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Re: Dropping the tranny - advice NEEDED
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 29 Mar 2003 19:33:04 -0600
  ...So many little tips and tricks but I'm hoping to save you some of the hard learned lessons that have cost me money...
• Re: Replacing coolant pipes - Drop gas tank?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 Mar 2003 06:49:27 -0500
  ...Is it necessary to remove the fuel tank? If so, is this something an amateur "mechanic" (me) could handle? Any tips/suggestions on the...
• Automatic Transmission - leak?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Campbell
  Fri, 9 Jan 2004 11:47:26 -0800
  ...and gasket + fluid of course), I'm wondering anyone has any tips for me. I've check the receipts from the previous owners and...
• Re: dog proof upholstery / Polyethylene?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 10 Sep 2004 06:59:41 EDT
  In a message dated 9/9/04 12:43:27 PM, aircooledchris@EUCASAFARI.VENDIOWEB.COM writes: << any other large dog owners with tips on...
• Re: Ignition switch - no start
  Historical mailing list - Eric Olson
  Tue, 5 Jul 2005 23:48:41 -0600
  ...Appreciate your tips! Eric
• Re: Removing rear heater in Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Sinclair
  Wed, 24 Aug 2005 10:03:00 -0700
  ...Anyone done > this? Any tips or thoughts would be most welcome. > > Brian W. > http://www.TomSinclair.com ____________________________________________________ Start your day with Yahoo! - make it...
• Re: Wiper Arm Question-any source for a replacement rear wiper spring?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:58:21 -0500
  ...Anybody got any tips and tricks?? John Rodgers 88 GL Driver JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote: > In a message dated 8/27/08 8:54...
• Re: 88 Westie: Problematic Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Mitch A.Miller
  Mon, 23 Nov 1998 20:45:50 -0800
  ...Any > tips, > > pointers, or other help would be appreciated. > > > > Chris Paquette > > '88 Westie, Rozinante > > Los Angeles > > Hi Westy fridge people. I was also going...
• Re: CV removal tips?
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 15 May 2006 20:08:47 -0400
  ...CV removal tips? > > Hi all. :) > > Just to be clear, I was joking when I wrote "a > bigger > hammer?" as a solution for removing a...
• Re: Vanagon Doctor, Wheel squeal
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Thu, 13 Jun 2019 22:21:42 +0000
  ...be changed by putting on the  break. Hard to tell which wheel. Sounds like front to me. Tips appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL auto
• I'm not receiving original posts where subject stars with a date
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Fri, 9 Oct 2015 20:24:40 -0700
  ...10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled Vanagon camper and 10/09/2015 How to clean up and...
• Re: pop top canvas swap and ceiling treatment
  Historical mailing list - Bill Monk
  Mon, 1 Jul 2013 23:46:22 -0400
  ...hard earned (gee, I must have installed 5 of them now) tips for canvas install. Lots of info out there about that. > > cheers > > alistair
• Re: Gas Mileage Improvements?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:19:26 -0500
  ...Thanks for all the tips. Thought I read the Temp II or something could be cleaned and possible help mileage but I may be...
• windshield replacement
  Historical mailing list - Josie Lamb Williams
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 12:38:07 -0400
  ...trimmed original on her now, Any comments on replacement welcome including tips so they don't "F" it up and will it devalue my...
• Ball Joints
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 20 Nov 1995 10:18:33 -0700 (MST)
  ...Who's done this and what tips would you care to share? Will the joints come out without a press? Do new ball joints...
• Engine (Idoit questions!)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Jun 1996 01:12:26 -0400 (EDT)
  ...and others shows dropping the motor bottom instead sliding out? Any tips out there about removing motor? A guy told me it will only...
• Re: Weight of 2ltr air-cooled engine ???
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Jul 1997 15:09:38 -0400
  ...What is the weight of such an engine ?? Any tips: Ger de Graaf. >> they're not that heavy. 2 people can lift any type...
• Re: My red coolant light is flashing
  Historical mailing list - Craig Charles
  Wed, 18 Nov 1998 10:17:49 EST
  Dear John, Joel & other listees who responded to my delimam, Thanks for all the tips! The dealer (for $58.00) diagonosed the coolant sensor...
• HORNS!!! wiring diagram
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Fri, 17 Mar 2000 12:07:35 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Help......quit at the side of the road
  Historical mailing list - Keith & Lynn C.
  Wed, 30 Aug 2000 17:05:44 -0700
  ...Any quick tips or ideas? Still a few blocks (downhill) from home, so limited tools on site. Thanks to all in advance. Keith
• Re: Yakima bike rack
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Ham
  Tue, 2 Sep 2003 01:45:22 -0400
  ...Has anyone successfully used this rack on their van and if so what measurement did you use on the frame openning? Any other tips...
• Testing glow plugs and then replacing tips
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 06:56:44 -0800
  Doc wrote: >> IS the fuse that you are speaking of the inline fuse in the black electrical box in the engine compartment? IS it...
• Re: Sound insulation info and tips
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 17 Mar 2006 12:58:48 -0500
  Hello again. For the rear hatch,I got an underhood sound and heat liner from an old Buick.It was low mileage and very...
• Re: Where to start?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 24 May 2006 22:43:51 -0700
  ...Any tips or pointers would help a lot! Thanks! > Mindy
• Re: Need Wing Window Replaced ASAP.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 19:03:03 -0700
  ...How big a DIY project is it? >> >>Any tips welcome. >> >>Thanks >> >>Tom Salicos >> >> >> > > >
• dissasemble the late vanagon seat??
  Historical mailing list - chris
  Sat, 10 Mar 2007 09:52:36 -0800
  ...to do this on the later vanagon chairs? thanks for any tips, suggestions or tomfoolery. Back to top View user's profile Send private...
• Re: Getting to the Aux battery on an ASI conversion Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 1 Apr 2007 18:43:26 -0700
  ...Do I need to remove the entire seat? How difficult > is > that to do? Any tips would be appreciated. > >
• Long Brake Line Tips + Removal Question
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 4 Sep 2009 12:02:45 -0700
  Hi all. Tips for getting flare nut(s) loose. Especially nut at rear "T" junction block. If you don't care what happens to...
• MPG and HEADS
  Historical mailing list - andrew swingler
  Mon, 24 Jan 2000 12:43:50 -0800
  ...Any tune up tips or am I worrying about nothing? 3) I am replacing my exhaust manifolds this week. Any tips on removing the...
• Re: Removing and installing dash vents
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 4 May 2022 19:50:29 -0700
  ...does one remove the vent piece that has that slider? Any tips on > removal and replacement appreciated. > This for the 84 seems same as...
• Re: Correct names for some items
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:27:33 -0700
  ...to keep my fingers > crossed to find in used parts sheds. > > Tips and sources appreciated. > > Putting this van together is going to be fun...
• Preparing steering knuckles or spindles
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 8 Dec 2019 13:27:55 -0500
  ...Thanks for any tips. I”m now heading out to soak the bolts in PB blaster. Best, Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Westfalia
• Wanted: Tips and Tricks - Muffler Removal - '88GL
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 9 Aug 2013 12:00:41 -0500
  Dear Volks, I'm trying to replace the muffler on my van - and it has kicked my butt! I removed the Cat successfully, removed...
• Front brake pads
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Fri, 5 Jun 2009 15:33:34 -0800
  ...Any other tips for front pads? After tackling the rear drum brakes, I figure this will be a breeze. I'm going to replace...
• Re: Puddles inside the bus
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Fri, 3 Mar 1995 20:15:20 -0800 (PST)
  ...Sigh, I know it's gonna cost me...does anyone have tips on >where to get the seals cheap? I've found a good...
• Re: All You Wanted to Know about Brake Fluid ... :) <long>
  Historical mailing list - CARVER, JEFFREY D
  Tue, 3 Mar 1998 09:37:27 -0800
  Just a little additional tips for brake fluid bleeding and flushing. To help prevent air from entering the bleed screw at the cylinder run...
• Re: Need tips on installing a new antenna.
  Historical mailing list - J. Stefanovich
  Thu, 19 Nov 1998 14:56:06 -0700
  Nutbuster *********** REPLY SEPARATOR *********** On 11/19/98, at 1:34 PM, Sebastian Hill wrote: >Folks, > >While installing a new radio in my vanagon this...
• Re: Hella Lights
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Tue, 29 Feb 2000 17:35:19 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************