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• Re: power windows- was Stolen Westy Syncro in Seattle--install an alarm
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 21:19:52 -0600
  Power windows are great until they stop working... that can happen to manual windows too... What bothered me the most in my '87 with...
• Window-Driver side door
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:54:23 -0600
  ... speaking of front door windows ..... Mine will "tilt" and klunk forward/aft in the rail if rolled down about half way, otherwise fits well...
• Westy sliding windows.
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Tue, 19 Jun 2018 19:57:19 -0500
  I have heard rumors of rebuild/seal kits for the sliding windows on westys? Any truth to that? Thanks, I'm tired of the...
• Window tinting
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Feb 1995 11:03:22 -0800
  >#4 - Also, a while back I asked about tinting Vanagon windows. Well >I've done my research and am having it done this weekend...
• Re: windshield washing mess ?
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Sun, 27 Aug 2000 23:06:36 EDT
  ...You can't eliminate gravity so eliminate water - I used to use this product that you would apply to the windows and wipe off...
• Re: Does AC Affect MPG?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 28 Aug 2007 15:49:10 -0600
  ...YMMV, Tom B.-hard to hear the stereo w/ the windows down at 70 mph. > > > > > > ______________________________________________________________________ > ______________ > Got a little couch potato? > Check out fun summer...
• Re Boot NT Server
  Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
  Wed, 23 Jun 1999 07:58:22 +0200
  ...SCHEDULING A REBOOT OF YOUR SERVER If you would like to reboot your Windows NT server, but don't want to have to be...
• Re: Bus windows
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 6 Jun 2008 22:28:27 -0700
  On 6/6/08, Thomas Buese <tombuese@comcast.net> wrote: > > They were skylight windows & came in 23 & 21 window deluxe model buses > w/ an...
• Pop out side windows
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 17 Apr 2011 22:54:01 -0400
  I know the Euro Westies have dual-layer pop out side windows. Does anyone stateside make them? The Skylight Guy? Chris. Wysłane z iPhone...
• Convert power windows to manual?
  Historical mailing list - David-M
  Mon, 12 Oct 1998 11:02:10 -0400
  Has anyone converted power windows to crank windows? The power windowes in my van sometimes work and sometimes do not. This can be very...
• Re: HELP-INSTALL PLASTIC MOLDING AROUND WINDOWS
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Sat, 3 Jul 1999 14:32:55 -0400
  ...Chris Jordan taught me this trick, did it to all my windows, no leaks just looks better. peace mike 87 westy half way thru...
• westy windows
  Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
  Tue, 30 Jul 2002 18:33:49 -0500
  My '73 westy has nice jalousie windows on the sliding door and opposite. My '82 westy has those sliding ones, which, as we found...
• Re: Wanted: Westfalia insulated windows:attn European members
  Historical mailing list - Roger Van Till
  Sun, 30 Nov 2003 07:50:09 -0500
  ...Westfalia insulated windows:attn European members > I'd love to find a full set of the insulated windows as commonly found on > the Westfalia...
• Re: Child Cot Fabrication
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Fri, 22 Jun 2007 23:29:19 -0400
  it should read "hochw�rtig" meaning "high quality" for the umlaut you can use 'option u' n a Mac or for Windows hold down...
• Re: Window tinting
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Feb 1997 23:33:54 -0800
  ...responded with: >I had 80/20 tint installed on the rear windows and 65/35 installed on the >front door windows. This meets state...
• Re: A real pane! or A tale of two windows
  Historical mailing list - Charlie Partin
  Wed, 5 May 1999 23:33:45 -0600
  ...I didn't realize it until I had BOTH windows out of my GL. I had to put the same windows back in. It...
• Re: base model '90-'91 NON-GL's
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:58:09 +1000
  Actually, I don't think it had anything to do with a preference by tradesmen although I do concur that non-opening windows are...
• Re: Need info on window channel sizes for different year Vanagons.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 21 Mar 1999 23:50:46 EST
  ...I will gladly refund the listmember with the power windows, and try to find him some deflectors that fit. >> i'll trade my deflectors...
• Re: Removing interior heat (was window tint physics)
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Mon, 10 Mar 2003 17:56:12 -0500
  TJ Hannink wrote: >When I park, (if I remember) I open the roof vent >about 1/2" and roll down the front windows 1...
• Re: How original is this type II ?
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 20 Feb 1995 09:24:45 -0800 (PST)
  >With the sliding door with two windows it sounds like it could be a (ex)fire >tender. I know a sliding door was an...
• Re: Frydaye - Advice Needed re Tinted Windows and Dog
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:47:01 -0700
  > I am also contemplating tinting the Syncro's windows so the same > question applies; would his jumping around damage the tinting? My spastic mutt...
• Re: windshield washing mess ?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Mon, 28 Aug 2000 00:07:19 PDT
  It wasn't called Rain X - it smeared on to the windows leaving a hazy film which you later rubbed off once it dried...
• Re: MPG and AC - Mythbusters
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 28 Aug 2007 21:03:06 -0400
  ...with AC on and windows up (drag factor), but below 50 it is best >to have >AC off and windows down. Too many variables...
• FS: side windows with screens....
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 3 May 2001 17:34:23 EDT
  if anyone is interested, i have a pair of side sliding windows with screens. fit passenger vans as wells as westys. chris can ship...
• Window Tint Recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 21:03:43 -0400
  I am considering tinting my windows and I wanted people's opinion on two things: 1) Type and brand of tint, what have you...
• Re: Stupid project thoughts...
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:04:18 +1200
  ...Power windows....power >SLIDING windows... I'm busy tonight compsing messages to make up for my 2-month hiatus in Calgary. Been there but...
• Need info on window channel sizes for different year Vanagons.
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Sun, 21 Mar 1999 22:21:43 EST
  Anyone know if the window channels are different for the front windows on Vanagons for different years and power or non-powered windows? I...
• Re: Vent windows past 90 degrees -- nope
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Thu, 16 Jul 2009 09:51:14 -0700
  ...Any takers? Randy Bergum 1990 Carat ************************ (Snip-O-Rama....) this is about the small front triangular windows in the front door of vanagons ? On...
• Re: FS: vanagon screened side windows, louvered or sliding
  Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
  Thu, 8 Aug 2002 10:59:10 -0500
  Could you post the instructions? I and several other people already have the jalousie windows, but so far haven't found the instructions. I...
• Re: "Pick & Pay Ecotour Vacation"
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 6 Jan 2008 08:04:59 -0700
  ...Mexico sounds good :) _________________________________________________________________ Get the power of Windows + Web with the new Windows Live. http://www.windowslive.com?ocid=TXT_TAGHM_Wave2_powerofwindows_012008
• Re: need ventilation in rear of vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Thu, 6 Jul 1995 11:41:39 -0700 (PDT)
  So Martha Rubin says: > Speaking of rear vent windows for ventilation, does anyone have a suggestion > as to how I can get more air...
• Re: Vent Shades for drivers/pass windows?
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Hatcher
  Mon, 9 Nov 1998 09:36:23 -0500
  ...Perhaps the "rear set" are for the back windows that get broken when thieves are breaking into our vans? Je ne sais pas. Patrick...
• Re: Leaking door vent windows?? How to fix?
  Historical mailing list - William Wedenoja
  Tue, 28 Sep 1999 12:48:14 -0500
  ...Leaking door vent windows?? How to fix? > | > |The driver-side vent on our 88 westy has an annoying wind noise. The seals > |look perfect...
• HELP! Sliding window removal
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sat, 4 May 2002 16:37:23 +0000
  If any of you have any great tips on how to carefully remove a set of sliding windows from a 88 weekender I'd...
• Re: Redid side mirrors and tinted windows...
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Wed, 21 May 2003 10:28:01 -0700
  ...Here in Arizona, you can tint the front seat side windows with 35% transmission film, but you can go as dark as you like...
• Re: window screens
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 15 Jul 2001 11:37:45 EDT
  you need westy side windows to use the westy screens. i have some westy side windows for sale w/ screes. $75 ea w/ screens...
• for sale: westy side windows and screens - fit all vanagons
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 29 May 2003 11:49:13 EDT
  for sale: westy sliding side windows and screens. fit all vanagons can ship. may sell screens seperate if you need a screen chris
• Re: Thermos windows, brbrbrbrbr!
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:35:09 -0500
  ...They are jaloused windows that crank outward. Like the bay window buses. Why not try contacting the yahoo adventruewagen group?
• Re: ETKA on windows XP
  Historical mailing list - Richard A. Jones
  Wed, 22 Aug 2001 17:08:05 -0600
  ...I asked one of our Windows experts who has worked with XP and he said "normal" applications that run on NT/Windows 2000 should...
• Re: JFF: Save the Adventurewagen Molds! (ultra long)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 7 Feb 2005 10:16:30 EST
  ...The windows could be filled in > on the buck and a new mold without windows could be made. Then you could > put in any...
• Air scopes for sliding windows?
  Historical mailing list - Jose R. Moscoso
  Mon, 28 Feb 2000 12:02:34 -0800
  ...One of my nephews have a toyota double cab p'up which have some rain deflectors in the rear windows. My question is: has...
• test
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Jan 2001 22:36:05 -0500
  ...Windows 98 - $25 Microsoft Office 2000 Premium - $55 Windows 2000 - $40 Windows ME - $35 If you are interested, follow this link http://11448.ezbiz...
• Vent windows on later model Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Thu, 17 May 2012 20:09:54 +0000
  ...I bought two rear panel windows that contain the air vent at the rear of the windows. I have a few questions maybe some...
• Re: Vent windows past 90 degrees -- nope
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:24:55 -0700
  Not quite - my '84 and '86 vent windows work great! =) On Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 9:51 AM, Randy Bergum <organslave@earthlink.net...
• sliding window spacers
  Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 15:51:43 -0700
  ...The silver strips on two of my van windows (right sides in each case, go figure...) have worn down on the bottom from the...
• Re: side windows in an 84 westy
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Thu, 16 Jan 2014 17:13:17 -0800
  ...Then lie on your back and kick out the windows with rubber soled shoes at the framing. Have someone outside it case the window...
• Wind screens for windows
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 21:08:48 -0600
  ...Specifically those that will fit the Vanagons front windows. Thanks to all. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
• Re: Window tinting
  Historical mailing list - Joachim Beek
  Thu, 2 Feb 95 15:01:47 CST
  > >>#4 - Also, a while back I asked about tinting Vanagon windows. Well >>I've done my research and am having it done this weekend...
• Re: base model '90-'91 NON-GL's
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 29 Mar 2005 21:10:43 -0800
  On Tue, 29 Mar 2005 20:51:08 -0800, jbange <hfinn@ingrates.net> wrote: > > > and wing windows that > > > actually open... > > > >yea.. how dumb was...
• To tint or not to tint that is.....
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Low
  Thu, 25 Jul 96 13:06:43 EDT
  ...What are the pros and cons of tinting the windows in a westy? Have you done it? What is approximate cost? Chris PS. The...
• side sliding window latches...
  Historical mailing list - Joe Lucca
  Fri, 31 Jul 1998 13:12:00 EDT
  i have a newly acquired 1986 vanagon gl, and need to replace the latches that keep the side sliding windows closed. what is recommended...
• Louvered camper windows
  Historical mailing list - Bob McMain
  Mon, 14 Sep 1998 22:06:33 -0700
  Anyone know whether you can retrofit an 87 Westie with louvered windows (like the 68-79 campers had) instead of the poor ventilation stock...
• ETKA and Windows XP
  Historical mailing list - Noel Cookson
  Mon, 9 Dec 2002 13:52:49 -0600
  Hi, Anyone out there get the etka cd to install properly on either window xp or windows 2000?. I would appreciate an email describing...
• Re: ETKA
  Historical mailing list - Christophe Guilbert
  Thu, 21 Apr 2016 10:55:42 -0700
  ...You create a virtual machine windows XP using vmware player , its free. the advantage is that you can move and copy your virtual machine...
• Window Locks
  Historical mailing list - PlayDoh
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 22:18:15 -0400
  ...I found a way to lock my windows via key lock... Using a two piece lock used to secure glass windows on display cases...
• Re: VW birth certificate in german...need help translating
  Historical mailing list - OOMKES Robin
  Mon, 3 Sep 2001 15:06:14 +0200
  ...Whether they mean 'wind-down windows', as in the front doors, or 'swiveling windows', that swivel open, I don't know. > Good luck, Robin...
• Re: Camper side windows
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:13:16 -0600
  On Oct 13, 2011, at 7:45 PM, Frank Lee wrote: > Can screens be added or retrofit easily to non camper windows units? Disregard...
• FS: side windows w/ screens , fit 80-84 vans
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Oct 2001 11:59:06 EDT
  have a pair of vanagon sliding side windows w/ screens. fit all 80-84 vanagons. from westy, but fit passenger vans. email with needs...
• Squeaky sliding windows
  Historical mailing list - Sharon Mendonca
  Sun, 20 Feb 2005 08:53:29 -0800
  Anybody know of a quick fix for very squeaky sliding windows? Ours kind of screech in our Westy. Never had a problem in our...
• Little Side windows...
  Historical mailing list - - Melissa Puckett
  Thu, 20 Apr 2006 12:40:09 EDT
  ANyone have trouble with the little triangle side windows closing in on themselves when driving down the road. Probably needs new seals and hardware...