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  • Re: Heating the van (was misc.)
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 30 Aug 94 19:14:15 EDT
    ...because this also effects the temp of the main oil cooler. IMHO. I have also heard talk of water-cooled heaterboxes that replace the...
  • Re: 1984 Volkswagen Vanagon Eats Water Pumps
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 4 Sep 1996 21:43:07 -0400
    ...I feel ,IMHO VW compromised the durability of the engine design for emissions certification.In order to get that clean burn, they needed to...
  • Re: halogen wisdom please
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
    Thu, 16 Jan 1997 22:24:08 -0500
    ...sealed beams on allot of vehicles we see on the road. IMHO Greetings from Michigan's Upper Peninsula Jeff & Jean-Marie Diebolt mailto:jdiebolt...
  • Re: Replacing antenna?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Mon, 3 Apr 2006 19:35:17 -0700
    ...really re-think > >their choice to offer such a crappy product...IMHO. > > _________________________________________________________________ > On the road to retirement? Check out MSN Life Events for advice...
  • Re: California emissions laws
    Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
    Tue, 4 Mar 2008 15:34:25 -0500
    ...today, but it > did not go unnoticed by the lawmakers. > > So, IMHO, California has done the whole country a real service in air > quality...
  • Re: Quick question: Removing the passenger expansion tank
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sat, 14 Jul 2012 16:26:23 -0700
    ...Two studs would have been more secure and practical IMHO, but oh well... You have to wiggle it vigorously and pry gently at the...
  • ~Flaming DIEsels~ Re: how much interest IS there in the 5cyl conversion???
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 13 Jan 1999 14:12:55 EST
    ...5 cylinder Audi turbo is the way to go, IMHO. No diesels or "bastard" GM or Ford transplants, thank you. >> i agree...apparently people...
  • Re: dim headlights
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
    Wed, 11 Aug 1999 16:47:09 -0700
    ...beam pattern the H4's throw, much better than sealed beams, IMHO. Again, if you use hi-watt bulbs, you'll want to put...
  • Vanagon/VW support Email accounts - Was - Re: places to store photos
    Historical mailing list - tom ring
    Sun, 2 Nov 2003 17:04:14 -0600
    ...than 30kB/s > upload speed, money for the fast line(which imho is not needed) > Bottom line: if people are willing to help me...
  • Re: Anyone converted RHD to LHD or vice-versa?
    Historical mailing list - BenT
    Wed, 22 Sep 2004 00:14:37 -0700
    ...Power mirror & window controls and wiring if so > >equipped..... > > An afternoon's play... > > >Starting to sound like too much trouble IMHO. > > Dunno! > -- > Regards > Andrew >
  • More on Westy Interior changes, '68-'72
    Historical mailing list - Joe Clark
    Fri, 13 Jan 1995 01:05:09 -0500 (EST)
    ...went through several versions. The poptop and folding cot remained unchanged. IMHO the most difficult parts to find for this series: -Faucet that works...
  • Re: valve lifter noise solution
    Historical mailing list - Joe L.
    Mon, 1 Mar 1999 20:10:26 -0500
    ...other Vanagon, Waterboxer owners who had problems with Fram oil filters. Imho, the factory filter provides better oil flow when the engine is running...
  • Re: A different camper van (somewhat O/T)
    Historical mailing list - Phil S.
    Tue, 5 Nov 2002 16:39:20 -0800
    ...right coolant or a a conversion makes the Vanagon very realiable IMHO. Phil S. 84 Westy Tiico --- Reid Anderson <cruisermantis@HOME.OFF-ROAD.COM...
  • Re: Ecode light report
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 21 Jun 2004 14:26:43 -0400
    ...of the sharp cutoff it doesn't bother him a bit. IMHO US-code lights should be outlawed as suicidally dangerous and the lighting...
  • Re: Old Gas?
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Thu, 13 Mar 2008 22:11:14 -0400
    ...charm! It then ran like all fresh gas would; no problems. IMHO, adding a small container of a stabilizer probably won't make a...
  • Modernizing the list redux; was: RE: Who is the Manager of this list?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:22:50 -0700
    ...The categories idea wouldn't work for various reasons, but the list could be put on a BB with parallel email functionality which imho...
  • Re: removing air conditioner without spilling the freon
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Sat, 12 Mar 2016 09:21:48 -0500
    ...Much more comfortable IMHO. No accounting for >> taste. :-) >> >> Larry A. >> >> >>> On Fri, Mar 11, 2016 at 1:52 PM, Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com...
  • Re: more free rims, near San Diego - Irked by "rims"
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:01:28 +0000
    Wow, have to respectfully disagree with your comments about the Vanagon! IMHO, it was the first real "civilized" van VW made! I was just...
  • Re: Westfakia, Poptop, Access, Design
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:41:17 -0700
    ...the slider door and one at the rear edge, the roof area between is > just roof skin and not of much importance structurally, IMHO.
  • Re: Fast German Auto chip--let's test it!
    Historical mailing list - EMZ
    Sat, 15 Jan 2000 00:36:27 -0500
    ...2000, Marshall Ruskin wrote: > Not me - because it's snake oil, IMHO. > > Digijet/Digifant fuel injectors cannot be "on" for more time than they...
  • Re: Re-wiring doors (power windows, etc)
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Wed, 5 Jun 2002 14:44:02 -0400
    ...You will find most are broken in the first 12." 8.) IMHO you are better off replacing the whole wire than just patching it...
  • Re: ETKA & ELSA ? burning and shipping for free??? (F)
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Fri, 21 Nov 2003 15:24:46 -0800
    ...charged their cost for paper and ink? Mark Jeffrey Schwaia wrote: > > IMHO: Selling ETKA is an ethical issue. On one hand, I agree that...
  • Re: Another Stupid Tire Thread..was Re: 15" Wheel/Tire Report - Caution
    Historical mailing list - John Reddick
    Fri, 18 Mar 2005 22:42:13 -0500
    ...Vanagon's, IMHO, require reinforced tires in 14 by skinny wheel sizes. Larger and wider wheels coupled with tires removes the restriction for reinforced...
  • From digester. What is it with the US.. NVC
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 26 Jun 2007 08:35:19 -0700
    ...Big Oil/big Automotive..Reality is probably closer to the movie, IMHO.. I understand the patent restrictions are about to expire on the improved...
  • Re: Newbie - Getting Ready for Cross Country Trip
    Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
    Fri, 4 Apr 2008 18:36:10 -0800
    ...Really depends on your schedule, but IMHO all Interstate Highways are to be avoided when possible, especially as you state your adventure is to...
  • Re: Ripoff artists named (TheSamba)
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:38:57 -0700
    ...He has dishonored himself and detracted >> from >> this list, IMHO. He has also damaged a man who he now says did not >> fully >> deserve...
  • Re: Ignition/starter switch failures
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 14 May 2015 17:40:50 -0400
    ...quality. > > Regardless of the source and quality of the ignition switch, IMHO, the >starter and > > headlight currents should not go thru it. It is...
  • Re: An interesting article on gas mileage vs wheel size
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:32:10 -0400
    ...accuracy can be affected by how you arrived at that number IMHO. BenT sent from my electronic leash On Oct 29, 2011, at 9...
  • Re: Window tinting
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 31 Mar 1999 19:13:50 -0800
    ...through your car - marginal cooling effect in the summer - looks good IMHO Reasons why I don't like tinting - looks like you are a...
  • How to throw a rod
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Wed, 16 Aug 2000 15:39:58 -0700
    ...The extra power produced by the 2.1 shortens the life of the engine IMHO. Can't get something for nothing!) So, the wise...
  • Re: 2.1 Wasserboxer
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Sun, 14 Jan 2007 12:07:51 -0500
    ...Unless you have NEW VW heads, > > this is NOT an > > good option IMHO. > > > > Even me, if i'm over my head with work and...
  • Re: Moderator Comment Re: NVC - computer help neded
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:56:36 -0700
    I agree with Joy; a one-liner with a request for pmail responses is no big deal and should be allowed, imho. It doesn...
  • Re: massive oil leak (77 camper)
    Historical mailing list - J. Walker
    Tue, 27 Sep 94 21:42:42 CDT
    ...but some sort of radio/phone should be considered by anyone who drives outside the city limits, imho. but there wasn't anything you...
  • Re: Oil pumps
    Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
    Sun, 3 May 1998 16:59:39 -0700
    ...The only company making a heavy duty oil > >pump for the 1.7/1.8/2.0 is Melling and IMHO it's a...
  • Re: Straw poll: maintenance costs [Syncro]
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Tue, 6 Apr 1999 00:35:58 +0200
    ...very* > appealing, maintenance costs could be a big mitigating factor... (And IMHO > the EV's just lack "charm" ) Hi Brent! As a Syncro only...
  • That closet door thing (was: Re: Fw: 2 small camper modification!!!
    Historical mailing list - Imua Camper Company
    Mon, 22 Apr 2002 09:40:24 -1000
    ...perhaps someone can shed a little more light on the matter... IMHO, it's not that hard to swing the table out to open...
  • Re: Original Carat Alloys in 15 inch size
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Wed, 19 Feb 2003 15:19:50 -0800
    ...sell them to the Mercedes crowd but >few would 15" wheels. IMHO the market is too saturated now for this kind of >endeavor to...
  • acetone
    Historical mailing list - Don Williams
    Thu, 6 Oct 2005 09:27:45 -0700
    ...F*****G people want protection for law suits over the matter. IMHO, the only thing good that can be said about individuals experimenting with...
  • Re: sidewalls
    Historical mailing list - mad madeline
    Mon, 4 Sep 2006 20:20:25 -0700
    ...the folding cup holder. Mad Malcolm Stebbins <mwstebbins@yahoo.com> wrote: IMHO a screwdriver will/might scratch the paint, I'd suggest something plastic...
  • Re: Projektzwo Foglight Project - Bad News
    Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
    Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:28:13 -0800
    ...a wiring harness equivalent to that > provided by Pzwo, which was IMHO freakin' fantastic. > > > ____________________________________________________________________________________ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with...
  • Re: Long Brake Line Installation Questions
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Sun, 6 Sep 2009 19:42:53 -0400
    ...stocks 10mm fittings for the Porsches.) The plastic coated is worst IMHO (for home use at least when you make your own flares using...
  • Re: Westfakia, Poptop, Access, Design
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maikranz
    Tue, 21 Apr 2009 18:42:09 -0500
    ...the slider door and one at the rear edge, the roof area between is > just roof skin and not of much importance structurally, IMHO. >
  • Re: [Syncro] Another 6 million dollar question
    Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
    Wed, 27 Oct 1999 10:23:57 -0400
    ...Dave Bogle > Angus Gordon > Rainer Woitok > Tom Neal > > These guys are IMHO the top Syncro Mechanics of the list. > > The knob is located on...
  • Re: List Stickers Opinion
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Wed, 16 Aug 2000 00:14:55 PDT
    ...VISIBLE, but ugly, IMHO > > > >Again... due to clear sticker, only REALLY visible if what is behind the >sticker is a contrasting color and does...
  • rights
    Historical mailing list - mike miller
    Sun, 1 Jul 2001 17:26:27 -0700
    ...Very much. > > > > IMHO the most impressive expressions of this right are when people stand > up > > and denounce a shocking verbal assault by an individual...
  • Re: Torque Converter Questin
    Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
    Mon, 30 Dec 2002 22:35:19 -0500
    Dale, IMHO I'd tend to attribute this type of change in performance to a timing/vacuum change rather than to the new torque...
  • Re: FW: 15" Wheel Question
    Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
    Fri, 25 Apr 2003 09:33:48 -0700
    ...vans had infamous 35 PSI tires of various brands on them. IMHO you are rolling the dice, I don't care who endorses them...
  • Re: Seeking Coolant bleeding web site
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Thu, 27 Nov 2003 06:21:04 -0800
    ...you find a method that works for you and use it. IMHO the Bentley method is for a shoppe mechanic who has only 1...
  • Re: Burning Man Tickets
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Sun, 29 Feb 2004 20:06:45 -0800
    ...and not participate, only to hear them say it was okay. IMHO: - BM "IS" an audience participation event. - BM "IS" a social event (even...
  • Re: speakers for stock enclosures
    Historical mailing list - Paul Terry
    Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:44:41 -0500
    ...likely enough to be real careful before you spend the money. IMHO or something like that. Mike Anybody want to buy some Fulton Speakers...
  • Re: Here's an interesting one.. RE: Ask Yourself Folks, What Would a Good Running One cost?
    Historical mailing list - Dan Lamb
    Sun, 14 Jul 2013 08:05:37 -0700
    ...net> wrote >> >>> My question would be WHY? That's going backwards, IMHO, I've always >>> thought the straight up pop tops were a much...
  • Re: I'm back . . .
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Mon, 9 Apr 2012 15:15:14 -0700
    ...Is the rear-only air conditioning worth fixing, or should I take >> it out and re-claim the storage? > > IMHO, the storage is a...
  • Re: Florida lemons
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 24 Aug 94 10:15:45 CDT
    ...rehash some tired old argument with a poor innocent airhead. ;) >four (IMHO) is a poor imitation of a Subaru engine. It was nothing >more...
  • Re: Aux battery & isolator
    Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
    Tue, 19 Jan 1999 14:55:43 -0800
    ...overheating the wiring going from under the dash to the relay. (imho) Harald 90 westy Bill wrote: > About a year ago I went to...
  • Re: Brush painting questions
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Davis
    Wed, 17 Jan 2001 19:02:18 -0500
    ...Of course this is all FWIW and IMHO. Kevin > From: Terry Kay <CTONLINE@WEBTV.NET> > Reply-To: CTONLINE@WEBTV.NET > Date: Wed, 17 Jan...
  • Re: Anyone install 3 point rear seat belts in camper??
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Sat, 28 Jan 2006 10:53:04 -0800
    ...defect but it is not a weakness of the belt itself > IMHO. At some point the owner bears some responsibility to replace > damaged belts...
  • Re: The Price We Pay For Being "Cool"
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:08:50 -0500
    ...Vanagons (and splitties, and loafs) have Souls, IMHO. These modern mini-vans don't. Actually, the fun part of the show was...if doing...
  • Re: Long Brake Line Installation Questions
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sun, 6 Sep 2009 10:33:00 -0700
    ...stocks 10mm fittings for the Porsches.) The > plastic coated is worst IMHO (for home use at least when you make your own > flares using...
  • Re: Diesel Heat
    Historical mailing list - Data Services
    Thu, 3 Jan 2002 22:01:14 -0500
    ...Diesel Heat When it gets below 10 degrees or so, the Eberspracher auxiliary heater helps a lot! A block heater is, IMHO, mandatory in...
  • Re: Power loss still in '85
    Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
    Sat, 12 Jan 2002 09:07:44 -0800
    ...German cars [at least BMW's and VW] > only work correctly with their original equipment stuff electrically at > least. > > IMHO > > Mike > > > From: s w...