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  • Re: Building a westy/DESTROYING A RARE SUNROOF VAN
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 11 Jul 2001 17:45:35 EDT
    ...side than the westy opening. We plan on slicing the rear roof section off > the westy carcass, and welding it into the rear roof...
  • 86-synchro, parting out or whole corpse with bits.
    Historical mailing list - gaspo
    Sat, 2 Feb 2008 22:31:11 -0800
    ...driver yellow and rear good. passenger yellow smashed, rear repaired. one rear side red missing, other dont work. not so good parts: engine has...
  • Re: Harpies I
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Tue, 5 Jul 2011 13:17:13 +0000
    ...Being a safe driver the right side doors are locked and windows closed, and you had stopped in bumper-to-bumper traffic in the...
  • Updated For Sale Parts List
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sat, 17 Aug 2002 22:17:57 -0500
    ...Two Vanagon sliding glass window latches 80-91 $10.00 each. #34) One ignition, turn, wiper set with rear window wiper switch, with KEY...
  • Re: Fully restored 1990 Westy Value
    Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
    Thu, 19 Oct 2017 18:12:51 -0700
    ...LED lighting strip along side, activated > by switching on the converted LED standard rear light. Spotless interior > with GW carpet set. Bus Depot awning...
  • Re: our wrecking-yard "credit"
    Historical mailing list - mad madeline
    Thu, 21 Sep 2006 06:55:53 -0700
    ...rear hatch struts gas cap air conditioning parts windshield wiper motor plastic vent pieces, like the ones on the left and right side of...
  • Re: dripping AC, part 2
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Mon, 29 Jul 2002 09:17:06 -0700
    ...In the very back of the camper, facing the rear window, there is a small place with a grill - I think this may be...
  • Re: Audi 100/200 callipers PHOTOS
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Thu, 12 Feb 2004 09:34:55 +0100
    ...as on the driver�s side, requiruing fiberglass work. The only other fiberglass work was done on the rear bumper to clear the engine...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:24:58 +0000
    ...the advantages of not having the closet: > >>> Better vision through the rear window > >>> Less weight to haul around > >>> More width to haul wide items...
  • Re: Early vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
    Fri, 1 Apr 2005 15:40:08 -0500
    ...The other side is not much > better and will need rocker repair soon. The mechanicals work well. New > rear Boge shocks, clutch and 74...
  • Re: Wind Noise
    Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
    Thu, 23 May 2002 10:39:28 -0400
    If you add the front gaskets, you will also need to add the rear window exhaust vents, and you should block off the air...
  • Re: WTB: Owners manual for 85 GL Weekender
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Wed, 14 Aug 2002 00:20:59 EDT
    ...The one on the left is for the rear heater under the rear seat. The knob on the right is for the fresh air...
  • Re: Stuck Driver Seat
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:33:01 -0500
    ...Bad shocks, inoperative driver and passenger windows, drowned right dimmer headlight, broken rear hatch lock retainer(know anybody that has one?)- can't open...
  • Re: 1984 Vanagon GL H2O
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
    Thu, 4 May 2006 05:06:02 -0700
    ...the sliding window lock, may or may not be >the lock itself. >3. I put on a new passenger side rear view mirror. It...
  • Oil Leak Strikes Back>>>>
    Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
    Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:36:13 +0000
    ...When I got home I noticed a slight drip (rear of engine, passengers side of center) it comes from inbetween the exhaust heat shield...
  • Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
    Historical mailing list - Russell, William
    Wed, 30 Apr 2003 13:11:28 -0400
    ...There is a small spot below the rear hatch window as well. The body seams are good. There has been a rust repair to...
  • Re: Rear hatch
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:50:42 -0700
    ...would be that on Hatches with Window Wipers, the Wiper >> Motor may >> > >> > add more weight to 1 side ~ >> > >> >> On 21 Sep , 2021, at 6...
  • Earliest 1980 P27 westy For sale?
    Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
    Fri, 1 Apr 2005 02:35:26 -0600
    ...The other side is not much better and will need rocker repair soon. The mechanicals work well. New rear Boge shocks, clutch and 74...
  • Victoria VW show mini-report
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Thu, 28 Jun 2001 08:46:33 -0700
    ...Had side windows, and looked very good, great material and construction. Nice seeing a range of side tents, loved the red and white striped...
  • Re: Hot air from the dash vents?
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 11 Dec 2004 10:08:23 -0800
    ...through the >overhead side vents as normal. > >The Carat of course has the cabin air exhaust in the rear side window vents >unlike the...
  • New 2001 EV details
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Sat, 3 Feb 2001 14:44:55 -0800
    ...Its features include a pop-up roof with two-person bed; window screens for two side sliding windows; fixed left-hand rear facing seat...
  • Re: Is it me or is it my Westy?--long
    Historical mailing list - David Chasteen
    Fri, 13 Nov 1998 15:23:20 -0600
    ...my rearview. This > time he turned on his lights and pulled me over. > He came up to the driver's side window claiming that...
  • Re: [FIX] Sound deadening with B-Quiet products?
    Historical mailing list - S.C. Harrison
    Mon, 10 Jun 2002 19:10:48 -0700
    ...the door panels off next weekend to re-wire my > > windows and side mirrors, and while at it I plan to install some sound...
  • Power window regulators removal tips and instructions
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:25:59 -0600
    ...Remove the rear one that you can get to easily. Adjust the window up or down with the switch (this is why you haven...
  • Re: Utilities
    Historical mailing list - Ben huot
    Tue, 24 Dec 2002 00:21:33 -0500
    ...Vanagon) The rear facing jump seat is so nice, you can eat face to face for those romantic evening, the louvered windows are so...
  • Re: Third brake light
    Historical mailing list - ANTONY MARSH
    Mon, 16 Mar 2015 15:28:59 -0400
    Any specific suggestions on where to get these LED bulbs for bog standard original rear lights/sockets? Thanks Sent from my digital leash > On...
  • Re: Pop top canvas replecement
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Tue, 22 Jun 2004 08:07:34 -0400
    ...I then put on the side rails and screwed in ONLY the front, middle, and rear screws on both sides. This was easy. The...
  • Re: Audio help: 3.5MM to RCA pinouts/cabling (new stereo is in)
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Mon, 31 Jan 2011 14:11:09 -0800
    ...the drivers side power door look won't fully > work > while the panel is off. > - Do not wonder why the power windows don't...
  • Re: Material Source for Custom Table Leg
    Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
    Sun, 20 May 2018 09:05:05 -0700
    ...the > side window forward of the closet door. I plan to rig tie downs to hold > the monitor securely against the window while driving...
  • Re: idea?
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Tue, 29 Oct 2013 12:45:45 -0700
    ...From about two until sundown, the sun > beats in on the side of the van and the temperature skyrockets. There is > nothing to do...
  • Re: Massachusetts Westy for sale
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:22:01 -0700
    ...rear bumper is not attached as the rear panels are now a good 6-8inches shorter due to rot. Bubbles all around most windows...
  • Vanagon Specifications Sheet
    Historical mailing list - VW Doka
    Wed, 2 Sep 2009 16:20:52 -0400
    ...C, Power Windows, Auxiliary Heater, Electric Mirrors, Auxiliary Heat Exchanger, Rear Wiper 13 20 Amp (Yellow) Fresh Air Fan, Rear Window Defroster 14 20...
  • Re: Vanagonginity lost...
    Historical mailing list - Matt Thyer
    Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:02:08 -0700
    ...does open up side vents (near doors, 1/2 way down the dash)... still heat coming out of either the window or floor vents...
  • Opportunity lost - I could cry!
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 27 Sep 95 13:49:54 EDT
    ...AND it had a for sale sign in the rear drivers side window. I had to drive within 5 feet to pass and the...
  • Repairing body rust
    Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
    Sun, 27 Mar 2022 13:21:18 -0700
    ...do this at some point, I got a rear side panel (below passenger rear side window) from Bus Depot, but to use this I...
  • FS: '77 VW Westfalia; $3500 OBO
    Historical mailing list - William Rowden
    Sun, 12 May 1996 19:53:41 -0700
    ...the cab, louvered windows (so you can get fresh air without getting wet) and it comes with 10= ' x 10' side tent and gas...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Tue, 12 Oct 2021 23:16:04 +0000
    ...the advantages of not having the closet: > >>> Better vision through the rear window > >>> Less weight to haul around > >>> More width to haul wide items...
  • 87 Syncro will not run/flooding with fuel
    Historical mailing list - deandrew
    Wed, 27 May 1998 18:00:34 PDT
    ...not working) A/C (not working), power windows (passenger side motor bad) power mirrors and locks, rear wiper (busted) cheap tires/good tread, body...
  • Re: Anyone need '53? parts
    Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
    Fri, 2 Jun 1995 09:10:20 -0700
    ...it is/was a panel (now has a big round window in the > side) nothing inside it, barndoor hatch gone, engine long > gone, GAS...
  • FS: 1989 Vanagon Wolfsburg
    Historical mailing list - John Scheckel
    Mon, 10 Mar 2003 21:16:51 -0600
    ...Blue exterior, rust free Grey Interior Fiberglass bumpers and side skirts Power Door Locks Power Windows Manual Transmission Jump seats Flip up Table Rear...
  • Bus Resurrection Musings (a little too long)
    Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
    Fri, 15 Mar 1996 09:59:47 -0600 (CST)
    ...rust hole in front of the rear passenger wheel from the outside only, I can see both sides and make a valid assessment of...
  • Re: Catalytic heaters
    Historical mailing list - davidson
    Tue, 3 Nov 1998 10:02:33 -0800
    ...The gray lever/switch at the side of the heater under the rear bench seat turns the coolant flow on and off to the...
  • Re[2]: EuroVan syncro TDI / sharan url
    Historical mailing list - Alan Pickersgill
    Fri, 13 Mar 1998 23:13:08 -0500
    ...and companies want the white billboard sides.Some of the older ones have windows in the rear barn doors but in '97 this option...
  • vw autoist again: shameless plug for Eurovan Camper. :)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 08 Jun 95 13:25:52 CDT
    ...It also comes standard with air conditioning, cruise control, AM/FM cassette with six speakers, power brakes and steering, power windows, power locks, rear...
  • List energy needed
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Mon, 29 Mar 2021 23:00:36 -0400
    ...So, lets see if I can get Alistair to create a welcome home item for my van, Rear light hinge? Worlds best window crank...
  • Re: daily driver = RUST
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Sat, 14 Apr 2007 20:04:38 -0500
    ...all over the sides of your bus, DO NOT GET OUT of the bus to wipe water off the windows. or if you must...
  • Re: Dometic cooling, was Temps under van vs inside
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 1 Jul 2006 19:29:04 -0700
    ...between the hot metal on the sunlit side of the van's outside skin and the rear of the Dometic. Indeed, I have hung...
  • Re: Ebersparker (SP?) heater for 1970 Westie
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 27 Feb 1995 15:47:39 -0500
    ...fourthly, the only hole that will need to be cut is behind the spare tire carrier in the metal pillar behind the rear window...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 9 Nov 2005 - Special issue (#2005-930)
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
    Wed, 9 Nov 2005 16:30:49 -0800
    ...side of the Foilastic wherever I can to cut down the radiant heat coming into the van. The bubble stuff also makes great window...
  • Re: Vanagon Alternative...just thinking
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 14 May 2022 23:09:43 -0500
    ...Electric windows need repair with regulators and motors, doors need new motors for the lock, and rear hatch lock motor must be replaced. I...
  • Re: Wow! how bout this guy?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sun, 26 Jul 2009 18:59:24 -0700
    ...window, but the >> BuickMan is not hearing...So I slip out of my drivers door and walk up >> sideways and knock on his window...
  • Re: Vanagons of the Tour de France
    Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
    Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:18:29 -0700
    ...It was a >> > white Westy and you could only see about 3 feet of the rear of the van >> > parked on the left side...
  • Re: buying a new or used VW in Europe
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 14 Jul 1995 07:46:58 -0400 (EDT)
    ...The T3 is the "vanagon" type, T2 the Bay window type, and the T1 the original split-windshield type. >From the various catalogues, brochures...
  • Re: Rear closet permanent removal Was: Rear closet temporary removal
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:29:05 -0700
    ...These are some of the advantages of not having the closet: > > > >>> Better vision through the rear window Less weight to haul around > > > >>> More width...
  • '73 Westy Questions
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 22 Apr 1996 12:05:49 -0400
    ...The shift linkage was still giving me trouble and I discovered a bad wheel bearing (driver's rear), so I handed the whole thing...
  • Re: Audio help: 3.5MM to RCA pinouts/cabling (new stereo is in)
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Mon, 31 Jan 2011 14:54:25 -0500
    ...the drivers side power door look won't fully work > while the panel is off. > - Do not wonder why the power windows don't...
  • Garage Cleanup Sale
    Historical mailing list - email99
    Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:12:14 -0400
    ...84 rear side windows (R & L).Price$40. 84 triangular vent windows (R & L).Price$20. Alternator/ps pump/ac compressor brackets for A3...
  • Re: idea?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 27 Oct 2013 09:08:20 -0400
    ...I figure cutting off the shaft for the condensing coil side and installing fan/fans where I relocate the condensing coil. Velma 82 1...
  • Re: how do I tow a bus?!?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 8 May 1995 09:51:19 -0700
    ...Someone suggested that I tow a bus backwards with the rear end on the dolly. I prefered not to do this after visualizing episodes...
  • 65 UnEarthing - Bruno Lives! (sort of) - change stats - specs
    Historical mailing list - Mike Mott
    Sun, 19 Nov 95 12:21:51 -0500
    ...Rust We then inflated the tires and the 2 front tires held air but the rear tires had major leaks around the seal. Using...