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Re: /f Observations on Calif.
Historical mailing list - Rodney L. Boleyn
Fri, 05 Jan 1996 10:30:39 -0500
Hey everyone, thanks for the great tips on classifieds in SoCal, both webbed and non-webbed. -Rodney
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Historical mailing list - david griffiths
Sat, 15 Jan 2000 12:31:04 -0800
To all contributors, Thanks for the wonderful tips and ideas. I must catch-up on other priorities for the near future.
Fwd: 85 Westie FS
Historical mailing list - Richard Ferguson
Sun, 2 Mar 2003 07:28:31 -0800
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Re: Safety Tips for Women
Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
Wed, 14 May 2008 05:50:44 -0700
Could we stop this irrelevant thread please? This could easily be handled by email. Thanks Tom F.
suggestions for truck bed or other product to refresh undercoating
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 4 Jul 2017 08:15:56 -0400
...Can folks send me product recommendations and application tips. In most cases I’ll probably use some sighted help but I’ll need to...
Re: Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted
Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:09:13 -0700
...Drop us a note at > isaact@gmail.com if you want any tips, esp. w/r/t the National Parks, > which we consider the...
Re: High Ratio Rockers
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Thu, 31 Aug 2000 07:38:04 EDT
...With the swivel tips the tip and adjusting screw wear is greatly diminished. The roller style further reduces tip wear. Robert
removing stuck upper ball joints: any tips?
Historical mailing list - Andy Stalick
Wed, 22 Mar 2006 22:49:22 -0600
...Anybody got any good tips on getting this thing unstuck? Is there some sort of a special tool I don't have that will...
Re: V Boot Replacement Tips and Caveats request
Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
Thu, 18 Nov 1999 10:26:41 -0500
...V Boot Replacement Tips and Caveats request > > Listees, > > I'm about to replace the torn CV boot on my 83.5 Westy. It along...
Re: Best chance of passing emmissions?
Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
Thu, 18 Aug 2005 12:05:33 -0700
...2005, at 11:51 AM, Christopher Gronski wrote: > Hi All, > > Any tips on what to do to have the best chance of passing emmissions...
Re: Advice about breaking in Turbo Diesel
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 6 May 2015 17:43:35 +0000
...Any tips or hints? What do you normally do? > > -- > Thanks, > Ken Wilford > John 3:16 > www.vanagain.com >
Re: Belt replacement tips???
Historical mailing list - Jerry Baker
Sun, 25 Nov 2007 19:55:31 -0600
...Belt replacement tips??? Thanks for the tips, Scott and Jerry. Since the A/C currently does not work, I might just leave that belt...
Re: Faucet install tips wanted
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 7 Aug 2013 16:55:06 -0500
...I > would appreciate any tips on a successful exchange. My old faucet is > leaking. > > My first head scratcher is that the wire on the...
Re: SS header
Historical mailing list - Joe Wagner
Thu, 18 Sep 1997 12:24:01 -0400
...The exhust tips would come closer to > the center for me if that were the case. Would the tips clear the tow > hook bumper...
Re: more anti theft tips
Historical mailing list - Bob O Shaughnessy
Wed, 28 Mar 2001 21:08:35 -0500
...are > there any more tricks and tips on anti theft devises? > someone mentioned a fuel switch a couple of weeks > ago.... > chris _________________________________________________________ Bob O...
Van-friendly in TN?
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Merin
Mon, 14 Aug 2000 15:35:06 -0500
Vanagoneers, Any tips for good repair shops in either Memphis or Nashville? TIA, Larry Merin '87 GL merin@aristotle.net
driver's power window motor removal
Historical mailing list - Dylan Friedman
Sat, 29 Nov 2003 11:38:44 -0500
Hello Volks, Any wisdom on this topic would be appreciated. Time saving tips appreciated. Thanks in advance, dylan
Re: SA brakes
Historical mailing list - Leon
Mon, 13 Sep 2004 15:39:00 -0700
I would like to get some tips and potential problems with SA big brakes installation in Vanagon TIA Leon 85 Subwagen
Fuel filter upgrade kit tips wanted
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 5 Sep 2015 11:25:57 -0400
...I’ve never done a job like this so tips on how to proceed are appreciated. there may be a picture of the kit...
Re: diesel parts
Historical mailing list - Larry Steffen
Fri, 28 Feb 2014 11:35:12 -0800
...Like to find another project or tips out there. Anyone out there with tips or thoughts? Thanks folks, Larry Steffen Sent from my iPhone...
rear wiper repair tips
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 27 Jul 2013 15:23:46 -0400
...fuse knowing which one might be affected would be a big help. Tips and recommendations are greatly appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL Westfalia Auto
Re: Seam rust repair tips WAS (Re: is primer/sealer weathertight?)
Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
Sat, 17 Oct 2009 14:35:29 -0400
If it will work on a TR4 it will work on a mere Vangaon.
Cleaning vinyl on the pillars and around the windows
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Sat, 15 Jul 2006 22:02:14 -0400
Anyone have any tips for cleaning the vinyl on the pillars and around the windows? Chris
Sliding door hinge adjustment continued
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Thu, 28 Jun 2018 19:37:59 -0400
...So, any tips before I need to give up and wait for a replacement? Thanks for all the great tips and info. Eric Caron...
Re: Cruise control tips
Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
Tue, 20 Feb 2001 04:41:28 -0000
...Cruise control tips Hello, I just finished diagnosing why my cruise control in my '88 Westy was not working and thought I'd pass...
Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
Mon, 19 Dec 2005 21:52:08 -0600
...Ignition Switch Source & Tips > > >> In a message dated 12/19/2005 9:08:02 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, >> Tom@SALICOS.COM writes: >> >> Last...
/recommendation for power steering boots?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 17:38:35 -0400
...Thanks for any tips. I don’t find it easy to search the vender sites or auto parts sights so I’d be glad...
Was: Electric Vanagon? Now really useful tips..
Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:30:56 -0500
Here is a site with some gas saving tips: http://forum.ecomodder.com/showthread.php?t=44 Section 4; item #8 caught my eye...
Engine break in
Historical mailing list - John Schaper
Mon, 25 Nov 2002 15:05:39 -0800
Tomorrow I should be getting back my l985, 1.9 L van with its new engine. Any tips on breaking the engine in?
Re: cats and campers
Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
Thu, 19 Jun 2003 21:44:32 -0700
.......... whatever you do, dont ask Stan for any tips on the above... ;<) But Stan's Long Nosed Texas cat love to ride....
Re: Wanted: Engine cleaning tips
Historical mailing list - Joe L.
Fri, 17 Sep 1999 01:35:45 -0400
...Engine cleaning tips Does anyone have a good technique for cleaning a vanagon engine without getting water all over the place I take it...
Re: Speed sensor mod kit "kit"
Historical mailing list - David Milo
Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:55:58 -0500
...found this link: > http://ivanagon.com/i_Vanagon_**Tips.html<http://ivanagon.com/i_Vanagon_Tips.html> > > It shows a modification to the vanagon...
Road Trips & Fun Things to Do
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Wed, 6 Jan 2010 10:35:03 -0800
...http://www.roadtripusa.com/� Has lots of tips and pointers for interesting places to check out. http://www.factorytoursusa.com/� The (mostly) free factory...
Mudflap installation - any tips?
Historical mailing list - Lionel Tun
Wed, 13 Nov 1996 22:40:59 -0000
...in the lip of the wheel arch, do you have any tips? I don't know what the end result should look like even...
Need ignition timing tips
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 16 Apr 2006 21:03:45 -0500
...Any hints, tips, watch-out-for's, or general commentary ..... all would be appreciated. Thanks, Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
Re: Vanagon Tech Talk--free download
Historical mailing list - David Cence
Fri, 24 Jan 2014 15:50:58 -0800
Jim - Thanks for scanning, uploading and posting!� Works great! I can always use more air conditioner tips! � Regards, Dave 91 Westy
Re: Re Subaru tips
Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
Mon, 20 Jul 1998 15:36:07 -0400
Ari - Thanks for the explanation! If this had gone on much longer, I was planning on suggesting Viagra or an implant! BOB - WA4RRN
y2k and making it thru it
Historical mailing list - richard
Sat, 31 Oct 1998 09:59:07 +0000
yall check this site for the y2k tips on making it thru with out too much discomfort http://www.readyfory2k.com/
Awnings
Historical mailing list - Justin Wolfe
Mon, 18 Jun 2001 12:28:23 -0400
Any one out there with any awning recommendations and tips? Any one have a used one FS? Thanks Justin 84 westy 100,000 pure...
Re: Burning Man Tips?
Historical mailing list - Steve
Thu, 14 Aug 2003 17:55:04 -0400
What are the dates ???? I'm doing a road trip from Ct. out that way 9/18-- 10/7, Steve D 02 EVC
wheel bearings
Historical mailing list - James Vidal
Wed, 20 Sep 2006 16:24:07 -0400
My wheel bearings need to be replaced.(1991) I'm wondering how hard a job this is and if anyone has some tips thanks...
Re: List Split Announcement [IMPORTANT]
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Thu, 11 Jul 1996 11:58:02 -0400
...Frankly from both sides you would get a lot of hints and tips. An engine is an engine, a person who rebuilds one, often...
Re: ventilation levers- tips for usage
Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
Thu, 31 Jan 2002 17:26:03 -0600
...Here are some tips For heat at your feet.....move just the second lever from the top (lever that has a blue dot on...
Re: Fuel filter upgrade kit tips wanted
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Sat, 5 Sep 2015 10:41:59 -0700
...Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus > On Sep 5, 2015, at 9:09 AM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > couple of tips...
Re: Listee Tom Neal
Historical mailing list - PSavage
Sat, 9 Sep 2000 18:11:33 -0700
Tom, Thanks for the tips, will check it out. Tried to P-mail back, but message was rejected. Have you "moved"? Please advise, Phaedra
'89 Westy - Dometic upgrades
Historical mailing list - Marcus Ward
Wed, 28 Mar 2001 13:45:19 -0800
I just picked up an '89 Westy. Does anyone have any tips for upgrading the efficiency/effectiveness of the unit? Thanks, Marcus Seattle, WA
Baja tips?
Historical mailing list - John Parson
Thu, 14 Aug 2003 17:20:25 -0400
I'm thinking of going to Baja, then taking the ferry across to Central Mexico. Has anyone done this trip? The Trundler '82 Westy...
Archieve
Historical mailing list - kfilc
Thu, 25 Sep 2003 17:21:55 -0000
How can get access to the achieve? Since I'm new on this list I would get hints and tips without to ask a...
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Historical mailing list - J. Harvey
Sun, 11 Jul 2004 16:19:36 -0700
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Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:21:59 -0600
Re IR guns...You can also check the temp of your turkey fryer :0 -- Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo'
Re: Coolant change questions
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Wed, 15 Feb 2023 07:08:25 -0800
...to purchase to have on hand to refill? > > Any tips on draining? > > Any tips on filling and bleeding? > > This is a 1.9 system...
Re: Call for Camp Recipes, Cooking Tips & Links
Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
Mon, 10 Apr 2006 11:46:44 -0400
...Let's spice up our camp menu's a bit and share our favorite recipes, tips and links. Last year you submitted 45 recipes...
Requesting - Tips & Tricks for Rear Side Window R&R
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 7 Nov 2010 07:01:25 -0600
...Also - tips & tricks to repair metal around that window would be appreciated, too. The rust bubble is on the bottom side of the glass...
Refrigerator cooling: Do extra fans help?
Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
Thu, 23 Aug 2001 12:23:20 EDT
I always read the refrigerator threads hoping to pick up tips to improve the cooling ability. Some of the tips involved adding an extra...
Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check
Historical mailing list - Rob Rubin
Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:14:25 -0800
...2009 11:28 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check Hmmmm! That's one of the bet...
tips on getting comps?
Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
Tue, 10 Aug 2010 18:24:51 -0700
I'm going to need some comps (current selling prices) for 1984 Westies. Can anyone suggest good places to get this information? -- Rocky J...
clutch slave
Historical mailing list - James Vidal
Fri, 19 Dec 2003 11:36:13 -0500
...Is there any tips I should know about changing this out? Thanks Happy Holidays
Re: Sound insulation info and tips
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Thu, 16 Mar 2006 15:21:20 -0800
RE: Sound Deadning Have you done the rear hatch? I noticed the biggest difference when I did the rear hatch and the slider.
Re: Bus Depot coolant pipe tips needed
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 13:23:52 -0800
...My pipes look different so he could not use either my 85 or my 84 as a guide. > > Any tips from the list I...
Re: Defroster questions
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:23:10 -0500
...ERic Caron > On Mar 10, 2023, at 11:21 AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > > Hi folks, > > Looking for tips on defroster repair...