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  • Re: NEW: Plexi Headlight Covers, Vanagon/Eurovan
    Historical mailing list - Dave Richards
    Wed, 13 Aug 1997 19:27:39 -0400
    Dan, what's a ventwing? Dave wr3i 97 evc Dan Herbert wrote: > Ron: > > Can your supplier of headlight covers also source "ventwings" or air...
  • big Pistons and Cylinders 2.1L
    Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
    Thu, 17 Jul 1997 13:32:47 -0500
    --------- I'm looking for a source for large pistons and cylinders for my 86 2.1L. I would like just a little more torque...
  • Sanden 508 A/C Compressor
    Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
    Mon, 1 Jun 1998 16:40:12 EDT
    Volks; What is a good source for these? New or rebuilt. Thanks Temporarily Internetless Ken Lewis<Kernersville,NC> _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy...
  • Chris W stranded in Sante Fe, I CALLED YOU???
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 16 Sep 1998 11:20:37 -0700
    ...I've checked alll my sources:( Good luck. Kyle -- Kyle Wade (408) 426-1431 OR (408) 429-9424 Keeper of the Volks-Motorsports page...
  • online tool sources
    Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
    Wed, 9 Dec 1998 11:14:43 -0400
    Hi, MacMaster-Carr Industrial Suppliers, 3 methods, paper catalog, free CD, or website (slow) CD is great, I use that most. One stop shopping...
  • Used parts in S. Ontario
    Historical mailing list - Douglas Taylor
    Tue, 22 Jun 1999 23:24:06 -0400
    ...Ontario 'listers who know good sources of used VW parts (wreckers, etc.). I grew up in Alberta where there was an abundance of VW...
  • Replacement Jack
    Historical mailing list - Paul Rogers
    Sun, 26 Mar 2000 23:57:11 EST
    ...a half hearted replacement.......anybody got a lead on a good source for one or do I gotta go through the local dealer and...
  • help selling Beetle
    Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
    Tue, 26 Dec 2000 11:15:00 EST
    ...Also, are there any sources of information on Adventurewagen conversions for sale. (Or is that a traitorous question here??) Thanks, Woody
  • Re: VREDESTEIN tires - is there a Canadian / US Source?
    Historical mailing list - The CiKaspers
    Sat, 19 May 2001 09:57:03 -0700
    they are available at a local wheel dealer here in watsonville, ca, british wire wheel, 831-763-4200. but i got their name from...
  • vanagon gas caps for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 18 May 2002 17:44:33 EDT
    ...of West Virginia (Martinsburg, WV; > Winchester, VA; Hagerstown, MD) have a source that might have one in stock? > > i have some, locking w/ key...
  • Canadian mail order parts
    Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
    Sun, 13 Apr 2003 08:21:33 -0600
    ...I am sure the US parts sources including Vanagain, Busdepot, Gowesty and Volks Cafe are able to send orders to Canada. Good luck George...
  • Electric engine block heaters. Source?
    Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
    Tue, 11 Nov 2003 15:16:24 -0600
    I have one heater that bolts right on the bottom of the engine. I love it. Bus Depot doesn't have them any more...
  • Re: NVC AC compressor seal
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 24 Aug 2004 17:03:38 -0500
    ...NVC AC compressor seal > Can anyone recommend a source for a shaft seal kit for a Sanden 508 AC > compressor? > Thanks, > Larry A.
  • Re: AT Italia wheels
    Historical mailing list - John Reddick
    Mon, 21 Mar 2005 20:55:37 -0500
    ...I have found other sources for them, but not for a better price than Gowesty. Gowesty also includes the mounting hardware. The offset they...
  • Touchup Paint
    Historical mailing list - Larry Himli
    Thu, 7 Jul 2005 07:45:57 -0500
    ...I suppose I can go to a custom paint mixer but am hopeful one of you has a source. Larry
  • Re: Non--running vehicle shipping
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Thu, 3 Nov 2005 21:28:37 -0500
    ...05, Christopher Gronski <gronski@gmail.com> wrote: > > Anyone have a good source for cheap cross country automobile shipping > of a non running vehicle? Portland...
  • Interior panel plastic retainer clip availability
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Olson
    Thu, 9 Feb 2006 10:01:41 -0700
    I'm going to be taking out the interior panels of my 85 vanagon and wonder if anyone knows a source for the plastic...
  • body parts
    Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
    Fri, 5 Jan 2007 08:30:56 -0500
    ...Does anyone now of an aftermarket source? Please answer to my personal mail, as I am not subscribed to the list at the moment...
  • Re: [Syncro] rescue a SyncroSUNROOF from the crusher, RESCUED!!!
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 17 Dec 2006 10:53:17 EST
    from a source at vw i was told that less than 100 Syncro sunroof vanagons were sold in NA in BOTH '86 and '87...
  • adjustable wiper relay part link or number?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Feller
    Sun, 9 Dec 2007 21:41:56 -0500
    ...I sold it w/o putting it back! Anyone know a cheap source, link or part number to point me in the right direction...
  • 2 LEDs
    Historical mailing list - Mike S
    Tue, 18 Sep 2007 18:09:00 -0400
    ...I used a 12V regulated source. (12V - (2 x 2.1V)) / 0.02A = 390 ohms. http://www.flatsurface.com/pics/2LEDs.jpg Works great...
  • Utility Plug
    Historical mailing list - William Treadway
    Sat, 1 Nov 2008 17:33:46 -0500
    The external 110v plug on the side of my syncro is getting old and the blades that go into the external power source are...
  • Re: Propex and Vitrifrigo DIY install info?
    Historical mailing list - Karl
    Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:21:01 -0400
    ...US sources? www.propexusa.com , and for the fridge just follow the link on my 'parts' page to purchase either the VF or Truckfidge...
  • Factory Alloy Wheels
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 06 Feb 1997 14:39:12 EST
    ...And now I am hearing the studs may need replaced by longer Studs? Does anyone know of an after-market source (or any cheaper...
  • Re: FI Explanation
    Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
    Mon, 29 Jun 1998 07:21:58 -0500
    --------------------- The best source for a good component explanation is this book. I got mine from amazon on line book company . Bosch Fuel Injection & Engine...
  • Re: ENCO - Online tool source?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Gajewski
    Thu, 10 Dec 1998 15:53:53 -0500
    ...John Anderson <janderson@IOLINC.NET> > > > >Best Source is Enco, unfortunately don't have a phone # or a catalog at hand > >and they probably don...
  • Re: Flashlight holder source
    Historical mailing list - Ty Graham
    Tue, 4 Apr 2000 12:31:26 -0700
    ...Flashlight holder source Steve, check police supply stores, Walmart, camping stores, Mag Instruments (I think the address is on the flashlight). It's a...
  • Re: Sources for 1.9TD injection pumps
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
    Tue, 5 Apr 2005 09:54:04 -0400
    ...What sources are there for the mechanical 1.9TD injection pumps? I understand that the 1.9 was never imported to the US... Ideas...
  • Re: Parts? &Clunks&Bolts
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
    Sun, 15 Dec 2013 18:47:00 -0800
    Looks like that source is in the UK .. which in my mind makes the part take longer to get . and just not as practical...
  • Re: Ongoing saga: Dometic and Multimeter . . .
    Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
    Sun, 27 Jul 2008 02:21:56 -0400
    ...order it), or Dometic was in the process of seeking a source for a replacement part. The two different 12v heating elements, bearing either...
  • Another portable hot water on demand system
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:28:46 -0800
    ...The Coleman takes up a fair amount of space, but it also has its own built-in pump propane source, and pwr source. Technology...
  • Re: Diesels on NPR this morning
    Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson
    Sat, 15 May 2004 16:58:53 -0700
    ...Diesel cycle engines produce CO2 as an exhaust component in approximately the same quantity per stroke regardless of the fuel source D1,D2, McDooDoo...
  • Re: current list of recommended rebuild longblock sources
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 17 Dec 2004 06:04:26 EST
    ...Are there any other sources for 2.1 wasserboxers? Right here. See my _VW Waterboxer Engine Rebuilding_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/engines.htm...
  • Re: Secret $15 steel wheel source
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:54:33 -0800
    ...Secret $15 steel wheel source > That's what my salesman stated, 12mm. Will see today. > > Jake de Villiers wrote: >> You sure Karl? The wheels...
  • size and pitch of grounding bolt in battery compartment and a FLAPS replacement for idle air elbow
    Historical mailing list - mike riley
    Mon, 30 Apr 2018 12:55:27 +0000
    ...A part number and source would be very helpful for the right angle rubber fitting on the idle air valve or a one piece...
  • Re: Power source for fan on my Dometic fridge under AC power only
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 30 May 2015 11:50:50 -0700
    Meant: ".... fused switched by fan thermal switch constant (B+)...." On Sat, May 30, 2015 at 11:48 AM, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote...
  • Re: Syncro Westy in Toronto
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 26 Sep 2013 09:28:39 -0400
    ...deal for a syncro. > > http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-ViewAd?AdId=527195162&&utm_source=alerts&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=email_alerts > > Jason > Toronto
  • =?windows-1252?Q?Westy_Alert=97iOS_6_demo?=
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 19 Sep 2012 15:25:23 -0500
    < http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/09/ios-6-tips-and-hidden-features/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+wired...
  • Bra Recs Please
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Thu, 6 May 2010 08:22:11 -0500
    ...Are there any other sources that Volks have used? Thanks. Michael in San Antonio 91GL Weekender AT 2.1L 'Gringo' 73 Beetle
  • Shift Linkage Boot for 1982 Diesel Westy
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Tanner
    Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:23:39 -0400
    I called Bus Depot today and the part is no longer available. (at least for them) Does anyone know of another source or of...
  • 1.9l Heads needed
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 21 Feb 1997 22:14:04 -0500 (EST)
    Hey volks, Anyone know of a source/know the cost of rebuilt heads for my 85 1.9l. My heads have the crack between...
  • Re: Rear Wiper Motor source
    Historical mailing list - Joe Wagner
    Sun, 15 Jun 1997 00:12:04 -0400 (EDT)
    On Fri, 13 Jun 1997 RubatoGuy@aol.com wrote: > > Anyone else have any places you might find a used rear wiper motor? > I never...
  • Head Gasket Manufaacturers
    Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
    Wed, 20 Aug 1997 09:34:36 -0800
    ...I was wondreing if anyone knows if the Head gasket kits for Wasserboxers that you get from aftermarket sources are built by the same...
  • Fast German Auto Headers
    Historical mailing list - Jason Yasment
    Tue, 16 Feb 1999 08:15:54 EST
    ...exhaust system and for $199.00 these seems like a viable source. Jason Yasment '84 Vanagon Westfalia '98 Jetta TDi AOL Instant Messenger: jyaz2...
  • Re: inexpensive shocks?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 26 Apr 1999 08:17:56 EDT
    ...I have never found a cheaper source yet. These shocks are killer. I can compress the (KYB) front shock with one hand. The Bilsteins...
  • Winsheild Washer
    Historical mailing list - David Cooper
    Sat, 5 Feb 2000 12:59:08 EST
    Does anyone know a source for a windshield wiper reservoir? I have tried to pull a couple out of Vanagons in some local "pick...
  • bleeder valve
    Historical mailing list - Chris Fall
    Thu, 27 Jan 2000 13:13:21 -0800
    ...Anyone know of a source for these? Chris Fall cpfall@ucdavis.edu
  • WTB: Westy sink trap
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Mon, 17 Apr 2000 17:08:43 -0700
    ...Does anyone have a spare they would like to part with? If not, anyone know the best source for these? Brent Christensen 89 GL...
  • NEED Genuine VW Front Black Painted Metal Bumper
    Historical mailing list - lchase
    Sun, 2 Dec 2001 11:17:02 -0800
    ...Seems our list vendors and sources are out of stock. Any suggestions, leads, ideas or does anyone have one to sell? thks lchase 85Westy...
  • Need Bra for 90 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Tue, 24 Sep 2002 18:30:41 -0600
    Volks, Looking for sources for a New Bra for the RoadHaus "90 Westy Syncro" with the Projektzwo Fog Light Kit. Obviously the Bra needs...
  • looking for ASI replacement pop top canvas
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
    Wed, 18 Dec 2002 13:21:40 -0500
    ...Any sources? Adam P 81 Westy "The Brick " 70 Single Cab "Whitey" 74 Beetle "Ol Yeller" 73 Transporter (STILL at paint shop) 1988 Vanagon...
  • Parts source recommendations?
    Historical mailing list - Mike Wyatt
    Sun, 23 Mar 2003 12:54:57 -0800
    I�ve just purchased an 86 Syncro. I�m seeking recommendations for online parts suppliers (tune-up) with good stock, prices, and service. Any...
  • 2.0 distributor
    Historical mailing list - Paul Wies
    Thu, 5 Jun 2003 00:51:40 EDT
    ...Just hook a t fitting up and use the main vac line as a source to the distributor? Thanks, Paul '82 Vanagon
  • Re: Water Tap for 91 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sun, 27 Jul 2003 15:26:29 -0400
    > Looking for a supplier or someone that has a source for the > black plastic water tap for my 91 camper. I have it. http...
  • Re: Coolant leak from above the oil filter........happenned to you?
    Historical mailing list - Frank
    Tue, 3 Feb 2004 09:24:53 -0500
    ...Would you send me an email to oy@comcast.net? I'd like to pick your brain for local parts sources, mechanics, your paint...
  • NVC Looking for trailer hitch
    Historical mailing list - Tracey Estevez
    Sun, 4 Jan 2004 19:40:29 -0500
    Does anyone know of a source to find an adapter that connects a fifth wheel trailer (kingpin) to a gooseneck (ball) hitch? I have...
  • Re: Here is a source of biodiesel fuel
    Historical mailing list - Scott Norville
    Thu, 27 Oct 2005 00:02:12 -0400
    Nice idea, for the areas of the country where heating oil is common. Seeing the oil tanks behind houses is one way we tell...
  • window seal needs
    Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
    Fri, 7 Apr 2006 14:51:11 -0400
    Does anyone have a good source for the entire set of window seal needs for my westy restore project? Busdepot.com is back ordered...
  • Re: source for Audiovox ccs100 cruise control
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sun, 23 Jul 2006 21:54:02 -0700
    RE: Where to find In the NW also try Shucks. I found mine there and have seen them in other Shucks stores over the...
  • possible lighting upgrade for your westy
    Historical mailing list - Tom Myers
    Wed, 23 Apr 2008 21:22:10 -0400
    ...http://im.live.com/Messenger/IM/Contribute/Default.aspx?source=TXT_TAGHM_MSN_Make_IM_Yours