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• Re: A/C front duct
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 17:40:36 -0600
  ...It consisted of two pieces of aluminum mounted to the roof support frames. These better supported the AC tunnel and prevented it from falling...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 10:12:19 -0800
  ...like the parts would still require that the hole in sub frame not be worn out but I could be wrong. The washer idea...
• Re: UltraVan
  Historical mailing list - Fryday
  Thu, 4 Apr 2002 00:36:47 -0800
  It's the aircraft style aluminum frame that makes it so light! Thanks, Philippe ----- Original Message ----- From: "Brent Christensen" <sbsyncro@hotmail.com> To: <fryday...
• Re: windshield and gasket
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Tue, 16 Jul 2019 11:16:55 -0400
  ...That way if there is any rust in the >> frame >> > you can fix it, and then get the installers to come and put in...
• Garage sale at Zoltan's place
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 19 Apr 2019 15:02:27 -0700
  ...rear cabinets overhead cabinet one black framed dr. side slide window with mosquito net slide windows aluminum rear windows wing windows They are going...
• Re: Skylight Bug Screen Installation Help Needed
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 27 May 2002 14:39:13 -0500
  ...Skylight Bug Screen Installation Help Needed > > > > Any screen manufacturer should be able to produce a very > attractive > > screen in an extruded aluminum frame with...
• Re: Subject: Re: Want to paint camper roof
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Jack
  Wed, 15 May 2002 22:11:46 +1000
  Terry, >If I took an aluminum plate, and laid it flat on a peice of steel,your >telling me the aluminum would corrode, after...
• Re: Removing internal window rubber
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 24 Jan 2007 21:15:48 -0800
  ...The aluminum frame can bend so these I push instead of kick. Robert 1982 Westfalia --- Roger Sisler <rogersisler2000@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > The 4 side...
• Re: fire extinguisher info for vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Bjorn Ratjen
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 21:55:50 -0800
  Hello Bill, I would worry less about the engine and the wire (with the exception of connectors) but more about the body and frame...
• Re: middle seats as living room furniture
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 28 Jan 2006 14:25:36 EST
  ...do you know how much early splitty middle seats sell for nowadays? IIRC the 59-62 style has the aluminum bar on the back...
• Re: Bus Depot and Westfalia tents
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:16:59 -0400
  ...Does anyone know if they are in fact the same? My Westfalia frame is older and beat up (but aluminum and much lighter!). Would...
• any interest in Doka/Sinka back sliding window? (rear window, not side windows)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 Nov 2006 11:33:24 EST
  ...the frames are aluminum (anodized black finish) and the glass slides, just like any US pickup truck you see here.. there has been a...
• Re: Rear Hitch
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 15 Aug 97 14:02:52 CDT
  ...Aluminum frame construction. Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. P.O. Box 7638 Riverside, CA 92513-7638 (800) 444-4905 (Prowler) Ask for info on the Prowler...
• Re: Vanagons in the Northwest
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sat, 16 Apr 2011 08:26:19 -0700
  ...cto/2321206928.html I once owned one of his early aluminum mountain bike frames On Sat, Apr 16, 2011 at 6:35 AM, Don...
• Re: Mildly-strong adhesive for slider window rubber?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 21 Jun 2007 20:48:57 -0400
  ...But too much adhesive -- or > too strong an adhesive -- and I'll never be able to tug the rubber > channel out of the frame...
• Re: Screens for sliding windows?
  Historical mailing list - Vern in Bend
  Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:32:05 -0700
  ...They would be aluminum framed and screw into the outside of the sliding windows. Thanks for your help, Ellen Lola, '85 Vanagon ASI > You...
• Hatch Deck Vent for Roof of Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Monsieur
  Sat, 17 May 2008 12:46:51 -0700
  ...The frame seems pretty robust. Only thing is, don't know how to get this in the US. http://www.marinemegastore.com/product.asp...
• Re: Fwd: [Q] : cut wheel wells
  Historical mailing list - JonR
  Tue, 25 Feb 1997 07:26:30 -0500
  ...the other thing we're dealing with are the CRAPPY Dealer installed Aluminum framed "Camper" windows... 3 down the drivers' side and 2 in...
• Re: Skylight Plexiglass
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Thu, 25 Apr 2002 13:35:58 -0500
  ...I am not so sure would be wanting to cut a flush hole to fit a flat aluminum framed skylight in my top----- Later...
• Re: Side window screens
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Wed, 13 Sep 2006 14:37:05 -0400
  ...they are aluminum framed 'standard household channel" to cover � of the window with a scraper to keep bugs out along the glass and screw...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Rick Gordon
  Wed, 21 May 1997 23:05:52 -0700
  ...The result is a nice aluminum rectangle holding the fabric taut, with aluminum posts of adjustable height. There are holes to pin down the...
• Re: RX7 oil cooler, anybody else install one?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Tue, 28 May 2002 23:31:49 EDT
  ...I plumbed it between the frame rails (not the center section) and made a pair of aluminum scoops mounted on the top and bottom...
• Extra storage (for all vanagons) WAS: Lockable Cover for the Westy...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 12:38:11 -0700
  ...edge of the frame rail and latches under the sliding door. The cover could be made of sheet metal or aluminum, and the latch...
• Foldable Solar Panels
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Wed, 9 Oct 2013 15:12:46 -0600
  ...Batteries 25 Year Performance Warranty (Solar Panel Only) Heavy Duty Anodized Aluminum Frame Built In PWM Charge Controller Spring Loaded Carrying Handle Low Iron...
• VW Screen supplier
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 23 Feb 1997 19:23:04 -0500 (EST)
  ...The frames are simply >hollow aluminum strips connected with L-fittings. I've never seen a supplier >of screens, but if there's a...
• Re: WTB - Z-Bed hinges for '82 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Peter Kraiker
  Sat, 16 Jul 2016 13:40:24 -0400
  ...The regular van use one type which has a full frame > work and bolts to the body and use bear claw mounts to latch...
• Re: After market rear bumpers?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 3 Oct 2003 14:43:12 -0700
  ...Ever since, I missed those rubber covered aluminum bumpers that graced or protected both ends of my Volvo. Spent (meaning wasted) hours looking at...
• Re: Jalousie Louvre window Vanagon retrofit?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 12 Apr 1997 03:09:07 -0400 (EDT)
  ...a set of Jalosie windows from a Baywindow and framed them out w/ aluminum to match the bigger Vanagon window opening. I did a...
• Re: Trailer hitches
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 08:36:19 -0600
  ...I see there are types that simply bolt on to the > frame hooks, and then some more expensive ($350) that rest a bid higher...
• Re: Pop Up window screen replacement
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 2 Feb 2005 17:21:35 +0000
  ...d put in home window screen frames (with a plastic bead to hold it in the aluminum frame). My plan, and there is info...
• FS; 1966 single cab
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 2 Apr 1995 14:34:28 -0700
  ...P205/60 SR15 radials - Rossi headlights & halogen bulbs - new battery - special aluminum/rubber bed liner - custom moveable tie-down in bed - new door/window...
• Re: Thermostats
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 6 Apr 1998 13:51:58 -0700
  ...Now in "Frames" or "No Frames" format: Frames - http://www.oldvolkshome.com/frames.html No Frames - http://www.oldvolkshome.com/homenf.html ------------------------------------------- Sherwood Automotive...
• Got Some European Turn Signals and Other stuff
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 17:47:26 EST
  ...Right (Aluminum)- $120 (New VW) Diesel Vanagon Engine Mount Left (Aluminum)-$120 (New VW) Heavy Duty 2.1l Vanagon Air Filter (Metal frame over...
• Re: "Kicking Out Window" Removal Technique
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Thu, 27 Jul 2006 08:04:39 -0700
  ...Side windows have an aluminum frame that bends so you must use more caution kicking these out. Robert 1982 Westfalia --- Cary Chiang <ccc1@VOLNY...
• Rusty coolant pipes on '83.5 Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 08 Apr 1997 09:22:02 EDT
  ...Any rubber, plastic, copper, or aluminum off-the-shelf products from the do-it-yourself, auto parts or marine supply store that could be...
• Re: Trailer hitches
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 08:12:00 -0500
  ...The hitch bolts to the frame with three big bolts on either side of the vehicle. You remove the bumper from the van, remove...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 12:27:17 -0600
  ...It does not matter about the thickness of the washer that you weld onto the frame of the car. All the adjustment takes place...
• Re: Vanagon Digest - 2 Mar 1998 to 3 Mar 1998
  Historical mailing list - Fast, Timothy
  Wed, 4 Mar 1998 08:13:23 -0600
  ...pop-top seals Anybody have an opinion om pop-top seals from JC Whitney? They seem to have aluminum instead of steel running through...
• storage pocket IN sliding door...was Re: Magazine racks?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Apr 2007 14:05:00 EDT
  ...if you remove your sliding doorpanel, and build a wood or aluminum frame in there then make your own sliding doorpanel out of thin...
• Re: Screens for sliding windows?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 13 Apr 2008 19:25:17 -0500
  ...We manufacture Westy screen replacements out of aluminum since the original plastic frames are no longer available. They are much more durable than the...
• Re: Subject: Re: Want to paint camper roof
  Historical mailing list - Eric Unrau
  Wed, 15 May 2002 07:35:33 -0700
  ...Cyclists see this all the time when an AL seatpost is installed in a Cro-Moly Steel frame without a whole bunch of grease...
• Re: Replacing window screens?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:10:52 -0500
  ...Our screens are made using industrial grade aluminum frames. I worked closely with our manufacturer design a no drill replacement screen for the Vanagon...
• Re: Prototype rear bumper painted.
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:03:29 -0600
  ...the frame rails by 2 m8 bolts. I did same , but added some blocks ( look like rubber bumpers but they are aluminum) to spread...
• Re: pop-top seals
  Historical mailing list - Gail Fitzpatrick
  Wed, 4 Mar 1998 01:39:24 -0800
  ...om pop-top seals from JC Whitney? They seem to >have aluminum instead of steel running through them to prevent rusting. >Also, they have...
• Re: Middle seat in GL
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:17:08 -0800
  ...The 'trick' is you start by undoing the aluminum trim piece across the door opening. I have some untouched in an 85 GL. These...
• Re: Skylight Plexiglass
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Thu, 25 Apr 2002 11:17:03 -0700
  ...be wanting to cut a flush hole to fit a flat > aluminum framed skylight in my top----- > > Later, > > Terry > > > E-mail message > > I have...
• Re: Skylight Bug Screen Installation Help Needed
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Mon, 27 May 2002 14:10:08 -0500
  ...Skylight Bug Screen Installation Help Needed > Any screen manufacturer should be able to produce a very attractive > screen in an extruded aluminum frame with...
• Bumpers -- Not
  Historical mailing list - Craig Morton
  Fri, 19 Feb 2010 21:49:14 -0800
  ...Built on the '37 Ford Pickup frame and cowling (powered by a 60-hp flathead V8 with aluminum heads), the rear framing is all...
• Center Console / Electronics Rack ... Feedback Request
  Historical mailing list - lchase
  Sat, 2 Feb 2002 22:06:26 -0800
  ...seam even with front edge of seats. Construction Materials: 1. Frame ..... square aluminum tubing ... like Gary uses for his new Vanagon ladder. 2. Covering...
• Re: WTB - Z-Bed hinges for '82 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 16 Jul 2016 17:54:31 +0000
  ...The regular van use one type which has a full frame > > work and bolts to the body and use bear claw mounts to latch...
• Westy side tent - Pouch, Fritz-Berger ? Want assembly instructions.
  Historical mailing list - Andrew G. Martin
  Wed, 3 Jul 2002 17:12:22 -0700
  ...It has an internal aluminum pole frame with adjustable legs that get raised after the poles are assembled and the tent is arranged loosely...
• Summary-Long Coolant hoses, copper & otherwise
  Historical mailing list - Noto-Gaudette
  Tue, 4 May 1999 12:04:27 -0400
  ...steel and aluminum, and, even more so, copper and aluminum) connected in the presence of acid is the very definition of a battery, which...
• Installing my Carver P4 heater (long, part 1)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 13:50:14 EST
  ...I ended up mounting the unit so the intake hose is directly above the frame rail, and the exhaust hose was just to the...
• Installing roof vent on Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bren Smith
  Mon, 24 Jun 1996 12:39:22 -0700
  ...He's interested in installing an aluminum vent into the roof of his van. The two of us have talked about doing it ourselves...
• Re: Bumpers -- Not
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 20 Feb 2010 08:04:23 -0600
  ...Built on the '37 Ford Pickup frame and cowling (powered by a 60-hp flathead V8 with aluminum heads), the rear framing is all...
• Re: window rubber: removing those unsightly plastic thingies
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 17 Jan 95 00:28:38 CST
  ...sliding windows are a bitch to get out cause is you are not careful, you can bend that aluminum frame EASY! (putting them back...
• RE>84 Westy -- Adding Seating
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  Sun, 28 Sep 1997 14:59:35 -0700
  Based on the conjecture that the basic vehicle frame is the same for your camper as the standard Vanagon --- I have added an "8th...
• Re: [vanagon] NOTICE about "REPRO jailbars" some new parts vendors are selling
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 23 Dec 2006 12:45:44 EST
  ...frame. .. whats the sense? if anyone wants the REAL DEAL...correct factory german made jailbars for the 80-91 vanagon..highly polished aluminum . . i...
• RE> Addn'l seat for Westy
  Historical mailing list - Chao, Harvey
  Sun, 28 Sep 1997 15:10:02 -0700
  Based on the conjecture that the basic vehicle frame is the same for your camper as the standard Vanagon --- I have added an "8th...
• Re: screens
  Historical mailing list - Marcus Doherr
  Tue, 8 Nov 1994 08:25:23 -0800 (PST)
  ...The aluminum frame around the screen > is big enough to cover the whole window and the black rubber gasket. Most > I've looked at...