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  • European Parts Source Required?
    Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
    Sun, 18 Oct 1998 10:40:00 -0600
    I'd like to install euro-spec taillight units on my Vanagon. This would use the section used in North America for brake lights...
  • Syracuse Listees??
    Historical mailing list - Brian Yonker
    Thu, 15 Feb 2001 22:01:18 -0500
    ...relocate there and want to know if there is any Vanagon(required vanagon content) action in the area. Brian 86 Syncro Subaru 82 Westy...
  • Re: Chains/Snow Cables - 89 Westy 2WD
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Thu, 2 Dec 2004 18:59:08 -0700
    On 12/2/04 6:34 PM, "Antaki" <wrack@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > Chains required. Whips optional... > > -----Original Message----- Ooooooh! Kinky! ���������������������������������������� jimt Planned insanity is...
  • did anyone else get "test only" smog checks this year in CA?
    Historical mailing list - Lee Kouns
    Sun, 17 Oct 2004 08:44:15 -0700
    "test only" were the only kind of renewal notices I got for the last 2 or 3 renewals that required smog checks on my...
  • Re: [NVC} Vanagon Computer Gurus - Help Wanted
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Sun, 7 Jan 2007 00:42:16 -0500
    ...very easy, no special software required.
  • Re: Flaring tool for propane lines?
    Historical mailing list - Mike S
    Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:48:31 -0400
    ...lines coming from the Westy >propane >tank, what type of flaring tool is required? It's just a simple 45 degree flare, nothing special.
  • Re: California Smog Test 2008
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Fri, 8 Aug 2008 16:58:07 -0700
    OTOH, if the vehicle is required to be tested that year, in most cases the test for when it is transferred is NOT counted...
  • Re: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO - LT195/75R14/D tires - first impressions
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Tue, 8 Jan 2013 10:46:14 -0800
    ...Actually, Dave, In the winter, in Oregon, there are times when chains are required on all vehicles, there are times when chains OR traction...
  • Fuel consumption in different gears - how does the energy / fuel work?
    Historical mailing list - Roland
    Sat, 24 Mar 2012 18:56:03 -0700
    ...In 3rd gear, it would inject less fuel per combustion, since there are more combustion events, and the required amount for each combustion event...
  • Re: Speedo calibration
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Fri, 21 Aug 1998 00:45:21 -0700
    ...It is required that the vehicles be equipped with OEM tires and wheels showing only normal tire wear. ODOMETER The Odometer reading is independent...
  • Re: 4 Cyl VR-6 Conversion
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Tue, 30 Nov 1999 20:08:32 -0500
    ...Is an adapter plate required.? Who makes one for this conversion? Are diesel parts required? If so what? What about any other components needed...
  • Re: Fwd: Re: Tail lights?
    Historical mailing list - Jose R. Moscoso
    Fri, 27 Aug 1999 17:04:29 -0400
    ...They still are not required to have the third light. > > > >Interestingly enough, the third brake light is not a required working item > >to pass...
  • Re: battery with vent required?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 8 Jan 2015 18:22:19 -0500
    ...battery with vent required? Howdy, I need a new battery, went to local parts store yesterday and they did have the correct size battery...
  • California Bienniel Inspections 86-later
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 4 May 2010 15:11:53 -0700
    ...No verfication required so I appear to be off the hook for now. My '88 Doka which got an ABA gas motor will now...
  • Re: Front door adjustment question
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Tue, 17 Feb 2015 23:34:22 -0500
    ...Doesn't take much of a tweak to realign, no shims required.
  • Vanagon Power Steering Rack Boot
    Historical mailing list - Bo Kersey
    Wed, 22 May 1996 16:09:18 -0500
    ...difficult is it? How long did it take? Any special tools required? Thanks, Bo Kersey PGP Key available from http://www.four11.com ------------------------------------------ Coffee...
  • Exhaust system bolts ??
    Historical mailing list - Ken Hartz
    Thu, 17 May 2001 23:38:40 EDT
    Are special bolts required when installing new muffler on 89 Vanagon (2.1)? I'm installing a new muffler and pass through pipe from...
  • Re: Road Salt in Wa State- We need to protest!
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Fri, 29 Nov 2002 12:18:57 -0500
    On Thu, 28 Nov 2002, Joel Walker wrote: > any state inspection required? Not in Michigan. _ _ __ _ _ _| | | | David M. Brodbeck (N8SRE) Ypsilanti, MI / _` | | | | | | +----------------------------------------------------- | (_| | |_| | | | @ cyberspace.org \__, |\__,_|_|_| "BSD...
  • Propane upgrade
    Historical mailing list - Mervyn Readman
    Thu, 1 May 2003 17:55:53 EDT
    ...I have not used the propane in the van since before the required changes. Thanks all Merv.
  • Any vanagon owners in Sacramento?
    Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
    Thu, 3 Jul 2003 10:25:11 EDT
    ...it like? And, what do you do for fun? Tell me all about it. REQUIRED CONTENT: Where do you go in your Vanagon? Bill
  • return fuel lines
    Historical mailing list - jake beaulieu
    Mon, 13 Feb 2006 11:50:17 -0500
    ...to reroute that line need to know if high pressure fuel line hoses are required. This is on an 82 AC Westy. Thanks, Jake
  • WTB reliable bus in Atlanta
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 05 Jul 1995 10:25:15 EDT
    ...They have had success with Buses and are committed to the TLC required. Please let me know either by Phone or E-mail if...
  • Re: Forget the Haynes!
    Historical mailing list - T Berk
    Mon, 20 Nov 2000 16:23:04 -0800
    ...Bentley - Required 2. Haynes - Good Addition to the Bentley 3. Chilton - Blocks wheels real good. TBerk
  • Re: Wrench Size Inquiry
    Historical mailing list - Jeff and Tamara Nelson
    Fri, 12 Jan 2001 22:30:40 -0700
    ...JN Chad wrote: > > What size allen wrench is required to remove the filler plug on a 4sp manual > tranny for an '85 GL? > thanks
  • Re: Red light rev?
    Historical mailing list - Richard A. Jones
    Wed, 30 Jan 2002 09:14:38 -0700
    My '81 has always required a touch to the pedal to get the red lights off, from day one. My '87 will start and...
  • Oxy Senser Sw. 87 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Stan Harrison
    Fri, 12 Sep 2003 14:49:37 -0400
    ...But what I feel inside is non-descript! What is required to reset it? Stan 87 Syncro
  • Re: wheel bearing for an 84
    Historical mailing list - Don Deitke
    Sun, 14 Mar 2004 17:56:29 EST
    ...the inner & outer bearings ( Only 1 Required Per Front Wheel ) Front Wheel Seal # 251 407 629 ( 2 Required Per Front Wheel ) Rear Vanagon Bearings...
  • vanagon top speed, was Re: Double cab for sale/engine longevity
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Thu, 2 Sep 2004 13:32:31 -0700
    ...To see what power is required to overcome drag at that speed have a look at this old posting by Martin Jagersand. http://gerry...
  • Re: Any vanagon owners in Sacramento?
    Historical mailing list - Melissa Mourkas
    Thu, 3 Jul 2003 17:39:20 -0700
    ...So, for the folks who live > there, what's it like? And, what do you do for fun? Tell me all about it. > > REQUIRED...
  • Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Sat, 12 Jun 2004 08:23:57 -0400
    ...The power required from the coil equals V^2/R where R is the impedance of the plug. Scenario 2(quad tip). To me...
  • Re: vin info and request ... :)
    Historical mailing list - Don Spence
    Thu, 3 May 2007 09:02:50 -0600
    ...They are used solely for test purposes and are required to be destroyed by the safety agencies. A few years back, the Engineering Faculty...
  • grease cap removal tips? (arrrrgh!)
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 3 Mar 1997 10:38:35 -0800 (PST)
    ...is this really required? thanks, dwight
  • Re: IMPORTANT INFO on Oil Filter- Conundrum no more.
    Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
    Thu, 10 Dec 1998 03:35:21 -0600
    ...Your post (12-9-98 at 3:05 PM) should be required reading by ALL Vanagon owners. Budd Premack 86 Syncro, 73 Super Minneapolis...
  • Re: Parts Places
    Historical mailing list - (Donna Cassano)
    Tue, 25 Jul 2000 10:07:54 -0400
    ...It's Subaru Sprawl. (Required Vanagon content) > > tim Yeh, stop that too.
  • Re: Front heater fan
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Sun, 5 Aug 2001 09:45:48 -0500
    ...blower motor is cooked, in which case a dashboard removal is required. Nice time consuming job, for a Saturday. ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ~~~ ~||-(())----(())-| Terry-- 74 Campmobile- (Clementine) 85...
  • Re: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO - LT195/75R14/D tires - first impressions
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 8 Jan 2013 12:30:10 -0600
    ...mcneely ---- Don Hundt <donhundt@gmail.com> wrote: > Actually, Dave, > In the winter, in Oregon, there are times when chains are required on all > vehicles...
  • Re: Electrical puzzle
    Historical mailing list - Karl
    Fri, 15 Jun 2018 10:48:10 -0700
    ...The required current to activate the starter is quite small. Wires don't 'get tired'. On 6/15/2018 9:13 AM, OlRivrRat wrote...
  • Re: Friend heading towards Vancouver needs transmission help
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Sun, 4 Sep 2016 12:03:13 -0700
    Sounds like Calgary is where the repairs will be made - if further repairs or answers to questions are required in Vancouver I can be...
  • Re: insurance terminology
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:52:03 -0500
    ...Liability can also be required for non collision events. If someone slips on your rented camping site, that is your problem. Most stated or...
  • FW: Vanagon Rebuilt Motors For Sale $1800 plus shipping! No Core required
    Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
    Tue, 29 Aug 2000 10:55:55 -0400
    ...Vanagon Rebuilt Motors For Sale $1800 plus shipping! No Core required Hi, How about a fresh rebuilt for only $1800 plus shipping to you...
  • Re: Transmission leaking from drive shafts
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Sun, 6 Nov 2005 10:02:23 -0700
    ...You'll need new CV grease, and it's a great time to install new boots if required. You'll also need to fill...
  • Re: Re: gasoline prices
    Historical mailing list
    19 Apr 1996 14:26:26 GMT
    ...we can overrun to protect our rights! Friday Humor......no flaming required! Chris P. '82 Oil-Burning Vanagon (Billy-Rae) '89 Oil-Burning Jetta...
  • Re: prices people
    Historical mailing list - Paul Retherford
    Fri, 24 May 2002 15:58:10 -0500
    ...I wanted to get some pictures posted first, which required more work related to the van than I had time for before the weekend...
  • Re: Changing Auto Trans Fluid
    Historical mailing list - Dennis
    Tue, 4 Oct 2005 21:25:01 -0400
    ...This is basically the MTL but without friction modifiers required for proper syncromesh function. You'll need to order a new gasket for the...
  • Re: Diesel (AAZ) engine conversion questions ULSD availability
    Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
    Fri, 15 Dec 2006 13:38:32 -0800
    ...It indicated that it was ULSD and the sticker said something to the effect of "Required on all 2007+ passenger vehicles". This is in...
  • Re: insurance terminology
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:33:49 +1300
    ...Third-party (liability) cover is recommended but not required. Please don't yap back about moral obligations etc... just see what you guys have...
  • Trans. FS.
    Historical mailing list - Eurotech
    Wed, 28 Mar 2001 09:35:58 -0500
    ...bolt in to any 85 and older kit required for newer up to 91. please mail back for any ??'s. 350. you ship. Thanks
  • Changing Front Springs
    Historical mailing list - Jim Huskins
    Fri, 22 Feb 2002 15:50:47 -0500
    I would be pleased if someone with appropriate experience would comment on the difficulty/time involved/tools required. I'm replacing both springs in...
  • hyundai atoz (NVC)
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Sun, 24 Feb 2002 23:11:15 -0600
    ...Wonder what Westfalia could do with it?! (required vanagon content). Jeff
  • Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Sat, 4 Aug 2007 20:36:29 -0700
    ...A similar scaling not likely linear will allow a calculation of the heat required to be removed or added from the thermal mass to...
  • Re: Vanagon club meeting tonight
    Historical mailing list - Frederich Mertz
    Sun, 3 Feb 2008 11:53:36 -0500
    ...Due to weather conditions it is NOT required to > bring > your vanagon, but ownership is required to be part of the event. Second > class...
  • 91 Camper - Factory Default Aux battery install help
    Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
    Sun, 11 Apr 2010 11:36:08 -0600
    ...Is there more required than just hooking up the batter? There are references to having to make changes on the fuse panel if using...
  • Westy camper top mods for a Syncro GL?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 07 Oct 1996 16:04:00 -0400 (EDT)
    ...what metal cutting is required, cost, how it might affect my van (noise, water integrity, regular maintenance required, mpg), any suggestions for improvements over...
  • Re: Vanagon Bus Story
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 1 Jan 2012 16:07:12 -0500
    ...as Vanagon content? ;-) That comes under the heading of "RVC" or Required Vanagon Content, an ancient tradition on the list. It's a once...
  • Re: [Apostrophe?]
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Payton
    Sat, 26 May 2001 15:06:34 EST
    ...No apostrophe required and acceptable in Quebec! > > pensioner ____________________________________________________________________ Get free email and a permanent address at http://www.netaddress.com/?N=1
  • Transmision tools
    Historical mailing list - Double-Cab Guy
    Wed, 14 May 2003 23:34:45 -0600
    ...Also any Idea where I can buy the parts required for a rebuild? Other than at the dealer! Cheers Glen
  • Re: SA Trailer Hitch
    Historical mailing list - Fitz-Randolph, Douglas
    Thu, 30 Aug 2001 16:11:04 -0400
    ...Cool, eh? This is a direct bolt-on - no, no modifications required - and could be used as-is for various duties, or could be...
  • Re: Anybody ever install a Hy-Rail kit on a Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Marshall
    Mon, 1 Apr 2002 21:48:09 -0600
    ...The track wheels may be extended/retracted hydraulically as required. > > Has anybody ever installed one of these kits? Does anybody know of a railroad...
  • Re: sway bars
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 14 Feb 2003 16:01:22 -0600
    ...Measure your frame and go to a wrecking yard and find one that will fit the width and give you the required clearance. There...
  • Re: Helmet laws
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Thu, 25 Sep 2003 11:51:53 -0700
    ...that matter, how about if we were required to use 5 point harnesses in our Vanagons (required VC)? That would sure cut down on...