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Re: Anza Borrego Desert Wildflowers
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:11:06 -0700
...Thanks for all the tips! > > Here are some pics: > http://picasaweb.google.com/chimivee/AnzaBorregoMarch2010?feat=directlink > > James V > 86 Syncro Westy, etc. >
Re: We are finally on the road!
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Fri, 3 Jun 94 7:49:22 PDT
...I was wondering if you could post some tips and what to watch out for when dismantling/ remantling the engine in and out from...
Re: Fw: 85 Vanagon Bumper ends...available?
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Tue, 26 May 1998 09:29:04 -0700
...With the three other tips already having suffered damage I felt badly about taking him up on the offer to replace the latest casualty...
HaHaHa 8~) itsssss FRIDAY!!!!!
Historical mailing list - Steven Broomhead
Fri, 22 May 1998 19:33:29 -0500
With the OHFISHALL start of the summer has arrived here in the North American's land, I thought a few survival tips for those...
Re: Syncro off-road or not?
Historical mailing list - David..M
Sun, 18 Apr 1999 20:24:01 -0400
...and as you saw from my manual, they even gave driving tips. I bet that in the US, > several of the SUVs and other...
Re: The gutted cat girl...who knew nothing
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Mon, 10 Apr 2000 15:45:25 -0400
...More people here would running dual carbs and might be able to help with tuning tips. and go to their archives and ask for...
Re: Coolant Hoses
Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
Thu, 24 Aug 2000 18:30:49 CDT
...Thanks for your tips. Mark Ingalls ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com
minor rust repair
Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
Mon, 19 Feb 2001 11:47:54 -0500
...first body work job per se, and i need some advice, tips, dos and don'ts etc... tia jason 90 gl _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE...
flower stickers-ok, y'all can stop now
Historical mailing list - Deanna Scoggin Torra
Sun, 27 Oct 2002 08:18:42 -0800
thanks for all the tips. After looking at a few "gift" websites that sell all kinds of garbage to people who can afford to...
non-starting vanagon
Historical mailing list - dgk1
Fri, 10 Jan 2003 13:41:41 -0800
Mechanic tips wanted. The starter died in my '85 Westy and after replacing it she no longer starts. Turns over great. Doesn't start...
Looking for N Florida campsite suggestions
Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
Fri, 7 Feb 2003 12:55:00 -0500
...Any tips about things to see/do would also be appreciated. Thanks in advance, Doug
anyone have some speakers?
Historical mailing list - Jason Cornfeld
Sun, 18 Jan 2004 10:23:58 -0700
...GL 2.1L 4spd. _________________________________________________________________ Rethink your business approach for the new year with the helpful tips here. http://special.msn.com/bcentral/prep04.armx
Post chrome strip rubber cleaning Q
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Mon, 16 May 2005 08:14:58 -0700
...But the tips of my fingers turn black as soon as I touch the rubber. I'd like to clean up the rubbers so...
Re: Removing rear heater in Westy?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 24 Aug 2005 20:44:47 -0400
...Anyone done this? Any tips or thoughts would be most welcome. >> This will probably elicit some argument, but, plug the hoses rather than connecting...
no power
Historical mailing list - mat christensen
Wed, 1 Jun 2005 09:01:30 -0700
...the water pump to change the gasket on the right any tips or advise greaty appreciated.Thanks again Matt __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of...
Re: Lubrication tips one at a time.
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Mon, 17 Aug 2015 13:33:19 -1000
...scott On 8/17/2015 1:18 PM, Eric Caron wrote: > Hi folks, > > so, > > Lets trade easy to lube tips. I’ve read many...
Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
Historical mailing list - neil
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:51:23 -0800
...maint tips? > > mmm.... was thinking to save time by installing core with hoses et al > while dash off so I could hook up to...
Re: Windshield washer tank repair questions
Historical mailing list - Neil2
Mon, 15 May 2017 12:28:51 -0700
...it I’d > love > > to start with any list suggestions on tips for tank removal and > inspection > > or other likely problems such as hose...
Re: Paint preparation tips...
Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
Tue, 25 Jul 2017 11:20:34 -0700
Yes, was thinking of something like that. A length of stiffer bailing wire might be easy to fish out of the hole after the...
What hardware is needed for the middle seat?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 1 Nov 2014 10:07:24 -0400
...the existing screws from the covers but I don't think that it works that way. tips appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Westfalia
Fans fans fans
Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
Tue, 3 Jun 2014 16:52:04 -0700
...upper, or maybe at the cabinets over the bench seat,.. 2. Tips on attaching to the vehicle? Advice? Experiences. 3. Which type of fan...
Re: Installing Propane Tank on a non Westy!
Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
Wed, 7 Oct 2009 11:56:18 -0400
...Was wondering if there are any tips/tricks/recommendations on installing my tank? Any advice is appreciated. > There is more than one configuration of...
Behr AC System - Removal
Historical mailing list - Jon Kanas
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:46:53 -0500
...system. > > If you have removed/installed one of these systems, any tips ? > > I don't want to forget/damage anything that I will need...
Parking/Brake Warning light *SOLVED!*
Historical mailing list - Stephen Cebula
Sat, 30 May 2009 12:06:08 -0700
...switch thought the brake was off...HA! LOL!� Thanks for the tips :) Steve � --- On Sat, 5/30/09, Stephen Cebula <sfcebula@YAHOO.COM> wrote...
Re: Piston Pin
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Thu, 4 May 1995 09:49:45 -0700 (PDT)
...You need a special set of pliers that have various pins to use on the tips. I forgot what they're called but most...
Re: 2 EFI tips from Import Service magazine
Historical mailing list
Fri, 24 May 1996 11:14:29 -0800
> >These come from the latest issue of Import Service, May '96: > > >Bucking engine, irratic idle and performance: > >Several Porches have been seen with torn...
Re: Bosch Relay Solenoid Fix - Help
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 1 Jan 1999 12:24:56 -0800
...P.S., I'll lurk awhile and review the archives before I risk boring you all with my other questions, experiences, tips and disaster...
Re: anyone ever order this unique Vanagon book?
Historical mailing list - Greg
Sun, 27 Feb 2000 19:39:03 -0800
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon ********************************************* [text/html]
Re: Thinking swap? Engine options are only half the story...What about the t...
Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
Thu, 7 Sep 2000 15:42:06 -0400
...The four tips ensures firing of the > plug. Correct me if I am wrong, but as I understand, the triple- and quad-tip plugs...
sliding window track guide Re: loose sliding windows
Historical mailing list
Sun, 3 Sep 2000 21:40:20 EDT
In a message dated 9/3/00 2:26:25 PM Eastern Daylight Time, WoodyHalsey@COMPUSERVE.COM writes: << Any tips on servicing the locking...
cv joint
Historical mailing list - Little Bear
Sat, 2 Dec 2000 02:15:50 -0500
...is right Big one with PIN through it..:) Any info or tips would be greatly appreciated.. Have a helper this weekend and well would...
Re: Hydraulic leak!
Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
Wed, 14 Nov 2001 04:03:59 -0800
...fine but of course I need to stop the leak any tips on replacing the clutch > master cylinder? could the leak be from the...
Re: 1 FREE CARFAX REPORT THRU SUNDAY
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Fri, 21 Feb 2003 12:46:32 -0800
...85 GL Westfalia > >__________________________________________________ >Do you Yahoo!? >Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more >http://taxes.yahoo.com/ _________________________________________________________________ Tired of spam? Get advanced junk mail...
Re: [clutch] MASTER and SLAVE
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Thu, 13 May 2004 09:13:41 -0500
...no indications that the master > > is in need of replacement. > > > Any tips on slave cylinder replacement / installation would be helpful too. > > someone told me...
new tranny growls
Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
Tue, 16 Nov 2004 00:34:24 -0600
...Any tips? Warren Lail 88 Westy "Billy Bones"
Re: transmission jacking up tips?
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Thu, 12 Aug 2004 23:37:38 -0700
Craig, Second person very helpful. Third is a nice luxury. I can't believe you cannot find help. If I were within a couple...
trouble fitting new Gowesty LP tank
Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
Wed, 4 Jul 2012 13:21:27 -0400
...Anyone have some tips for mounting this thing or run into this problem before? Thanks for any help. Spencer 85 Westy
Re: Separating the Engine Case. Any tips?
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:39:08 -0800
...Any tips? Okay, so how do I get the pistons off? I see the wrist pin has to be pulled thought the water pump...
81 rebuilt! (patience)
Historical mailing list - Matt Goike
Mon, 17 Jun 1996 10:36:06 -0400
...i'm thinking air flow sensor or o2 sensor, will check out before this weekend's trip, any tips appreciated. also it doesn't...
Complete Axle arrive, and some questions
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:25:58 -0400
...Greece should go on the transmission and hub side? Thanks for tips. I hope to install early next week as I’m traveling this...
Re: Valve cover gasket replacement
Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:03:00 -0500
...the stock exhaust > > Have new cork gaskets, but am looking for tips and suggestions to be sure I get it right the first time...
Front shocks replacement question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 4 Aug 2015 21:15:19 -0400
...any safety tips would be appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL auto westfalia.
Re: Moss removal
Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
Wed, 18 May 2011 10:01:59 -0700
...Wednesday, May 18, 2011, 11:57 AM Any tips on what is the best way to remove the pacific northwest green moss stuff that...
Re: Brake MC r&r..Gotchas?
Historical mailing list - neil N
Sat, 7 Feb 2009 11:14:10 -0800
...Has anyone a > reference for a write-up on this task? Or any helpful tips? It looks pretty straighforward, but > I've been 'fooled...
Westy seat hinges
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 4 Dec 1998 09:46:37 -0500
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: Check out my For Sale Page
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Thu, 3 Jun 1999 13:49:02 -0400
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Looking to upgrade
Historical mailing list - Jessica Leigh Lebos
Thu, 8 Jul 1999 16:32:44 EDT
...I want to trade my loyal (but homely) chariot for my dream van, anyone have any tips on how to make the transaction enjoyable...
Re: Washing/Starting problem
Historical mailing list - bmn
Sat, 18 Sep 1999 19:25:25 -0400
> Dom wrote: > > Hi > > Thanks to all who replied to my request for washing tips > Unfortunately I now have a spanking clean engine that won...
Re: rear window wiper wiring
Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
Sat, 30 Nov 2002 21:38:09 +0000
...If I do have to run new wire....any tips? >Coop >82 Westy _________________________________________________________________ MSN 8 with e-mail virus protection service: 2 months FREE...
Re: weird flooding engine (very weird)
Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
Mon, 20 Oct 2003 02:25:14 -0500
...But is it indicative of some bigger problems? The engine (175k+ > and no rebuild) is running great! > > Thanks for any tips, > wes > > By the...
Re: {SPAM?} Re: my 83.5 Vanagon gets no power
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Mon, 15 Mar 2004 17:09:55 -0800
...Any thoughts? > > And thanks to all who responded with great tips and helpful suggestions, > much appreciated! > > Al > > _________________________________________________________________ > Store more e-mails with MSN Hotmail...
Re: Replacing driver's door wiring
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Fri, 18 Mar 2005 18:13:54 -0600
...have to remove the dash to do this right, so any > tips there would > be helpful as well. > > Thanks! > > -Ryan > '90 Syncro Westy > Chicago...
NVC: Eurovan sliding window replacement
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Thu, 26 May 2005 22:08:41 -0400
...Any tips? Edward
Re: Recommended RV CO monitors and placement?
Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
Sat, 1 Sep 2012 15:45:31 -0500
...I might have > just made up that fart thing. > > Any recommendations for battery-powered monitors, and any tips on > suitable placement locations? > > -- > Jack "Rocket...
Re: stripped oil drain plug
Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
Fri, 27 Jan 2006 19:34:44 -0500
...I wrenched it too tight recently I guess and have > > seemingly stripped into a perfect circle. > > > > any tips on getting this sucker out so...
Getting to the Aux battery on an ASI conversion Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Ellen in Oregon
Sun, 1 Apr 2007 18:30:55 -0700
...Do I need to remove the entire seat? How difficult is that to do? Any tips would be appreciated. Ellen Lola, '85 Vanagon ASI...
Re: Adjustable Armrest
Historical mailing list
Wed, 13 Feb 2008 17:07:34 EST
...Does anyone know where I can get one? Any tips for > installing/repairing it? > > David Hines > > i have a adjustable armrest that is broken...
Re: Safety Tips for Women
Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
Wed, 14 May 2008 07:29:05 -0400
Hi Kim, It iS an urban legend. Just because there are laws doesn't mean that they make sense. Mythbusters did some exhaustive research...
Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:58:08 -0700
...com> wrote: > > From: Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> > Subject: Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills > To: "Richard Koerner" <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET> > Cc...
Broken Window - Angry...
Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:52:05 -0500
...How hard is it to put it in myself? Any tips on doing this? Any tips on getting the busted glass out of the...