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• Replacing windshield seal
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Mon, 14 Mar 2011 07:50:40 -0400
  ...guy on standby to put the new one back in? Any tips on getting the old one out will be appreciated. BTW, the bodywork...
• Re: Make your own Paper Westy Christmas tree ornament
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 24 Dec 2009 15:18:46 -0700
  On Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 3:08 PM, Woody Halsey <WHalsey@sya.org> wrote: > Any tips on making the image smaller? Isn't...
• Clutch Cable
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 09 Aug 1994 10:48:30 EDT
  ...else? What will it cost me? Are there any tricks or tips for a quick and painless installation and anything I should do to...
• 3-gauge VDO housing for sale: $8.00
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 12 Jan 1999 08:25:50 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: A Vanagon of a Different Color
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Mon, 20 Sep 1999 15:45:38 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Power Window Switch
  Historical mailing list - Stuart
  Mon, 18 Oct 1999 16:18:23 -0700
  ...I'm no mechanic but really appreciate all the tips and comments over the years. Just my way of saying thanks to the list...
• Re: jugs, vw that is...
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 16:25:57 -0800
  ...You could possibly bend the tips of a scissor clamp type ring compressor at a right angle and make it work. The water jacket...
• Re: Complete Idiots Guide Books
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Wed, 22 Mar 2000 12:59:23 -0500
  ...The ink sketches are useful, some of the non-standard tips are useful, and you get a good overview of how a Beetle or...
• Re: Largest tires that'l fit syncro
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 07:41:48 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Transporter Manual
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Mon, 1 May 2000 18:05:36 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Why is the tire choice so complicated?
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Mon, 15 May 2000 13:12:19 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Changing Auto tranny fluid
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 08:11:46 EST
  ...lately let me know if there are any pitfalls to avoid, tips, etc.... Is there a filter /gasket set available? I have the bentley...
• Re: California Beach Camping ??
  Historical mailing list - Tim
  Thu, 17 May 2001 22:38:31 -0700
  ...I have heard that there are places we could camp on the beach, like in the Half Moon Bay area ??? Any tips? Thanks Tom...
• Cruise ctrl on Tiico I4 conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Hoge
  Thu, 2 Aug 2001 08:56:42 -0700
  ...He has some tips and pix on his web page for retrofitting the waterboxer's cruise control onto the new I4 throttle body, but...
• Thanks from the Newbie-now just one other little question...
  Historical mailing list - Gordon Smith
  Tue, 2 Apr 2002 21:29:47 -0800
  Hi, Thanks to all of you for giving me so much good advice and great tips. I'm happy that I know the Westy...
• Fuse box manipulation
  Historical mailing list - Allison Goodwin
  Tue, 1 Oct 2002 16:28:41 -0700
  ...you who are fuse box savvy have any cautions, insights, or tips besides ground strap disconnections in advance of the work? Thanks in advance...
• Re: Stuck brakedrum
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 15:37:04 -0700
  ...Stuck brakedrum >Hi > >I need some easy tips on how to loosen stuck brakedrum. > >Just BANG it REALLY hard with BIG MALLET? > >Or is...
• Re: Choking on dinner ~ Friday humor
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 17 Dec 2005 00:01:41 -0600
  ...Imagine how the final recipient is going to feel!!!!!* :-D *Regards*, *John Rodgers* *88 GL Driver* * Brian Tipsword wrote: >I hit the butt paste...
• How do you re-key steering lock cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 26 Jan 2007 23:04:24 -0800
  ...I'm hoping some of you have dismantled one and give me some tips before I destroy the cylinder in the attempt. Please do...
• Re: Haynes manual (Re: Noobie Owner of 84 Westy Seeks Advice)
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 08:38:59 -0300
  ...I am about to attempt because they all have some information/tips to offer. E.g. the Haynes says the coolant bleed valve spigot...
• Re: '84 Hub cap problem
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 7 Jul 2010 17:10:23 -0700
  ...I'm open to suggestions & tips. Rob becida@comcast.net At 7/7/2010 04:04 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote: >that shouldn't...
• Re: rebuilding a 2.1 engine. tips, suggestions wanted
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Mon, 21 Feb 2000 17:58:41 EST
  ...Is this >a >problem area? > >Any tips or suggestions would be very much appreciated. > >Thanks >Gary ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET...
• Re: 88 Westie: Problematic Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Cory Sytsma
  Tue, 24 Nov 1998 18:08:06 -0800
  ...Any tips, pointers, or other help would be appreciated. Chris Paquette '88 Westie, Rozinante Los Angeles
• Re: '88 Westy Frig
  Historical mailing list - Neil Wigley
  Sun, 6 Oct 1996 13:27:59 -0700
  ...I >am interested in any tips you may have on "lighting the frig". The frig >works well on 12 volts, 110 volts, and propane...
• Re: Auto Tranny TLC
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Sun, 8 Aug 2010 21:35:02 -0700
  ...Thanks for all the other tips too. John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com...
• Re: westy kitchen mod question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:11:04 -0700
  ...At 11:17 AM 6/10/2010, Alistair Bell wrote: > Anyone have any comments? Check out modern folding tent-campers, might get some tips...
• Re: Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:13:32 -0230
  On Sat, Apr 11, 2009 at 8:07 PM, Allan Streib <streib@cs.indiana.edu> wrote: > Stephen Grisanti <bike2vcu@YAHOO.COM> writes: > > > I second...
• Curtains on a pre-68 Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 18 Jun 1995 09:56:38 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Thanks for any tips. ...Markus
• Seatbelts and Seats
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 11 Feb 95 07:53 CST
  ...If you have ever done this job, please send me any tips/instructions that would be helpful when installing the new seatbelts. In particular...
• Re: Howling rear brakes in reverse
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 23 Jul 1998 02:22:40 EDT
  ...Are there any tips or caveats that any of you guys have? Thanks in advance, Sam >> Sam, remove the rear drums and sand the...
• Order an new Passat TDI from Canada and import to USA?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 29 Oct 1998 21:55:45 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Subaru Conversion: NEW MAILING LIST
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 May 2000 21:02:54 -0700
  ...The list is absolutely new so please post your experience, photos, tips, site links, etc. to share useful information about this conversion. Info on...
• Re: Switched power for vanagon radio
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Thu, 27 Jul 2000 11:55:48 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Odometer repair question
  Historical mailing list - Nigel Bennett
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 09:40:23 +0200
  ...Is this unusual or any tips?.....
• fuel line replacement
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Wed, 10 Jan 2001 09:43:15 -0500
  ...I wondered if anyone has done this recently enough to offer any tips, cautions, etc., on removing and replacing the various components? In particular...
• Muffler Parts
  Historical mailing list - James Piotrowski
  Fri, 24 May 2002 13:30:03 -0600
  ...it just pipe to pipe? And, since this list is so helpful, any other hints and tips for exhaust repair?d James M. Piotrowski
• Re: Tires In Canada
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Tue, 11 Feb 2003 01:02:12 -0500
  ...Any tips? > >thanks, >Greg >82 Westy
• Re: indoor rain in a 90 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 13 Feb 2003 22:16:00 -0600
  ...I can't figure out where the water is entering...any tips? > > > > Deanna in California > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > _________________________________________________________________
• new syncro owner questions
  Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
  Mon, 21 Jul 2003 16:34:40 EDT
  ...to a tow a 550 LB motorcycle behind it every great once in a while? 2.1 engine Any tips are welcomed. Thank you!
• Re: does anyone make the old evaportive window mount coolers anymore?
  Historical mailing list - Geo Hahn
  Mon, 15 Mar 2004 15:37:00 -0700
  Ryan Mark Shankland wrote: >Any other interior cooling tips? > 1. I have a 20-inch box fan that (when I am camped with AC...
• FAVOR Camping Event - A/C really worked and made it nice!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Campbell
  Mon, 28 Jun 2004 08:37:15 -0700
  ...Thanks for the tips, plans and info. While I'm recovering from the bazillion or so gnat/mosquito bites (and that's WITH deet...
• Re: Getting to the Aux battery on an ASI conversion Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 2 Apr 2007 01:08:36 EDT
  ...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: Oppinions / Best deals on Bilstein shocks?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:14:21 -0700
  ...Any tips on where to find them? Looks like they are about $425/set vs $300/set for the Bilstein HDs. > I have also...
• Re: Looking for Vanagon Rental
  Historical mailing list - James G. Reed Jones
  Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:08:48 -0400
  ...Any pointers/tips for a vanagon rental? >> >> Greetings from Switzerland >> >> Markus >> > -- Karl 1981 VW Westy "Jenny" 2000 VW Jetta GLS VR6 Wilmington, DE
• Re: Rippin up Carpet and Cleaning headlights
  Historical mailing list - Joe T.
  Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:06:03 -0700
  ...this weekend. >> > Would >> > > like tips on what to NOT do regarding removing carpet from front area >> and >> > > re-install tips. Will be cleaning it...
• Importing Vanagon to California, USA, in particular from Canada
  Historical mailing list - Kevin P Gilleran
  Thu, 22 Dec 2016 07:59:14 -0800
  Hi all, Looking for tips and or advice on importing a Vanagon from Canada to California. I am currently looking at a 1990 model...
• Re: Clutch Bleeding
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:05:15 -0700
  ...On Sun, Jun 16, 2013 at 11:34 AM, Keith Hughes <keithahughes@yahoo.com> wrote: > Anyone have any tips for bleeding clutches that refuse...
• Re: replacing vanagon windshield seal
  Historical mailing list - Pat
  Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:02:21 -0400
  ...i was planning on replacing the windshield and vent seals this upcoming weekend and wondered if people have tips on usual course of action...
• Question about removing fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 11 Aug 2012 09:38:50 -0500
  ...Any tips on that will be appreciated as well. Jim
• Asheville NC area camping suggestions please
  Historical mailing list - turbowesty
  Tue, 15 Mar 2011 21:25:40 -0400
  ...And any good tips on bike routes!!! There are 3 objectives to this trip... one is testing out my Vanagon for upcoming long trips...
• Re: Installing Headlight Adjusters
  Historical mailing list - Mister Tom
  Mon, 5 Oct 2009 16:55:34 -0700
  ...Not gripping but using the tips of the pliers to twist. Gripping with pliers just trashes the plastic. Tom > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: rear stablizer bar
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:34:02 -0700
  ...There are some posts with nice pics/tips on front/rear sway bar upgrades. Good to read the ratwell page Dave. Neat to see...
• Re: Need TIPS restoring on Westfalia '66
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 27 May 1996 09:40:53 -0700
  > Should I use >the sandpaper and varnish on it? What kind of varnish would be apporiate? > > >Thank you, >Jason K. I would recommend scuffing...
• Sagging rear on 71 bus
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Apr 95 11:37:08 PDT
  ...bus? Has anyone out there actually DONE this? Any hints or tips? 3.) Anyone ever put coil-over shocks (with helper springs), or air...
• Re: Wiper Shaft Replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Tue, 5 Oct 1999 11:17:09 -0400
  ...Is there a way to do this without removing the dash? If not, does anyone have any tips on dash removal, and drilling out...
• Re: Westy kitchen vibration is bugging me
  Historical mailing list - Groff, Montgomery
  Mon, 6 Dec 1999 13:58:48 -0700
  ...Anyone have any tips? > > > joseph > 86westy
• Lets rip out the Air conditioner - 89 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - michael schiesser
  Fri, 23 Jun 2000 14:56:30 -0400
  ...IT's freon based and we all know the state of the ozone layer 1.Has anyone done this before? (tips please) 2.Does...
• Coolant Hoses
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 16:08:09 CDT
  ...years they are still in good shape? Any hose leak emergency tips out there? : ) Thanks, Mark Ingalls ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from...
• Re: Driving & camping in Mexico
  Historical mailing list - Peterson, Lee
  Fri, 1 Sep 2000 11:45:13 -0400
  ...will be heading down to Mexico soon and would appreciate any tips on good Mexican vehicle insurance to buy and any other recommendations. It...
• Vanagon Parts in Spain?
  Historical mailing list - G. Jetson
  Mon, 14 May 2001 15:12:35 -0700
  ...Please email me if you have any hot tips! Also looking for list members in the Barcelona area with Syncro 16's or other...