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  • Re: living in an rv (no vanagon content)
    Historical mailing list - Fryday
    Mon, 15 Apr 2002 13:29:48 -0800
    ...They are usually big vans with minimal windows and all the windows are very well covered to prevent light from coming out. This seems...
  • Fw: Everything is Relative (and so are some people)
    Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
    Tue, 21 Sep 1999 10:22:10 -0500
    ...They had three different electric air pumps- A small high pressure one for tires, a larger low pressure one for the air mattress (double...
  • Re: snow driving vanagon vs baywindow
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
    Fri, 26 Jan 2007 19:56:19 -0600
    ...snow driving vanagon vs baywindow > > Hey all, > I am wondering how well bay window busses drive in the snow compared > to 2wd > vanagons. I...
  • Re: idea?
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Sun, 27 Oct 2013 09:07:09 -0500
    ...I have a friend who works on this > > type of small window unit AC, and he said the only problem would be > > knowing where...
  • Enroute Camping
    Historical mailing list - pensioner
    Tue, 3 Jul 2001 10:03:05 -0700
    ...In smaller towns, asking politely at the local constabulary (sheriff or police station) regarding permission to overnight on the street or in a parking...
  • Re: was Still lousy gas mileage now TDI conversions
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 3 May 2012 14:49:09 -0700
    ...and yes...in a small CAR ... push a vanagon with VW's car engine , which all of the diesels are, with one exception .. and...
  • Re: [f] Re: Sticker non-consensus solution
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 02 Mar 95 11:54:01 CST
    ...You could tie it to your >antennae or hang it from your mirror, or attach it inside of your back >hatch window. >I love...
  • FS: 85 GL Westy, $7000 Rebuilt engine and trans.
    Historical mailing list - Vince P.
    Mon, 24 Apr 2000 17:03:30 -0700
    ...and wiper, Tinted windows am/fm CD player Interior in good shape The Bad: Small oil leak (have not determined from where yet). Dent...
  • Re: Start-Solenoid-fix
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Thu, 1 May 2003 11:11:50 -0400
    ...This current has to travel through a long run of small-gauge wire and some contacts of dubious quality in the ignition switch. That...
  • Re: middle seats as living room furniture
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Fri, 27 Jan 2006 21:30:23 -0500
    As a student with a rather small apartment I toyed with the idea of using my middle seat as such, but fortunately I have...
  • Vanagon Trip to South Dakota from Ann Arbor
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Sun, 16 Jul 2006 18:45:28 -0400
    ...so windows is all we had 6) while parking i caught the rear bumper cap on a cable handrail that was hanging low and...
  • Another portable hot water on demand system
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:28:46 -0800
    ...The hose could easily be routed out the window for a shower, although I generally just use the Coleman indoors for dishes (with proper...
  • Re: 1991 Vanagon Camper: skylight / roof vent leak
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Cresawn
    Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:43:15 -0400
    ...I have long > > desired a roof fan to actively pull air in through the screens on the > side > > windows and exhaust it through the...
  • FW: Shore cooling
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Thu, 4 Apr 1996 23:08:20 -0800
    ...Maybe a window mount unit, or one of those RV units that sit on top. The other idea is a small generator to power...
  • Re: Idea for A/C and camping
    Historical mailing list - Chris & Aimee Uzzi
    Thu, 18 Jun 1998 08:52:22 -0700
    ...the A/C compressor in the engine compartment and install a small drive >belt between the motor and the compressor using the other pulley...
  • Re: GO Westy / Westy Table
    Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
    Tue, 29 Jun 1999 11:55:46 -0700
    ...Also Canvas tops; I am strongly considering a 3 window canvas top from GOWesty along with the rubber seal for the pop top. Just...
  • NTM (new to me) 87 Wolfsburg
    Historical mailing list - Michael Ramer
    Mon, 25 Mar 2002 09:24:58 -0800
    ...wrong with the van are a small scuff behind the slider- easily repairable; the drivers door power window is not working; the auto trans...
  • stretch Syncro/Vanagon lives!
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 21 Dec 2002 19:11:24 -0800
    ...Since this photo I have added the taller Syncro springs to level it out and installed the custom windows in the smaller openings. http...
  • Re: VW writeup in Newsweek...and about the next vw van for the US
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Thu, 27 Oct 2005 22:17:49 -0500
    ...We sure don't need any more $40,000.00 SUV, MPVs the consumers need something practical with vinyl seats, manual crank windows, rubber...
  • Re: Friday's corvette problems
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Fri, 27 Aug 2004 09:45:40 -0400
    ...front windshield, side seals, side windows >>2 - Head Gaskets: need I say more >>3 - Water pump: every 50,000 miles >>4 - Rear hatch struts...
  • Re: re hot air for cold nights
    Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
    Fri, 3 Nov 2000 14:19:57 -0500
    ...Another guy on the pavanagon list tells me that the Buddy puts out so much heat that keeping a window and skylight open should...
  • Re: Dr. Z - (vague volkswagen content)
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Sat, 29 Jul 2006 16:40:07 -0700
    ...Microbus of course was the name of the 21 and 23 window bus which helped sales immensely.Those helped jump start the Bus market...
  • Re: known Vanagon problems
    Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
    Fri, 27 Aug 2004 09:25:28 -0400
    ...front windshield, side seals, side windows :::2 - Head Gaskets: need I say more :::3 - Water pump: every 50,000 miles :::4 - Rear hatch struts...
  • Re: Racing Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:16:05 -0800
    ...I got to try my buddies small block chev 914 a few times...fun, but not especially effective at lapping quickly... I think Leno...
  • Re: Insurance for multiple-Vanagon households ?
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Wed, 9 Aug 2000 07:48:47 -0400
    ...Yes, there is a small discount for low mileage, > but not much. Fact is, if I sell any one of the three, our insurance...
  • Re: bashing was: vanagon engine conversions
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 16 Jan 2008 22:24:21 -0600
    ...You know not S10 small but "normal" Then again what do I > know? > > > > > > > -- > > Thanks, > > > > Jeff > > '90 Carat (Grover) > > '86 (We call this one Parts...
  • Cabin Heat / Aux Heating / Propane Heater/ camping heater / pics
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Tue, 16 Nov 2004 15:44:50 -0800
    ...Wood stove ceramic glass for a window in the face, wood stove door seal rope for the seal of the face. I made a...
  • Re: The VW Slider Door
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Thu, 2 Jan 2020 22:18:04 -0500
    VW had sliders as an option as far back as Split Window buses, even double sliders! Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 2, 2020...
  • Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
    Historical mailing list - Danny C.
    Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:44:20 -0700
    ...It is counter-intuitive (Unbelievable?) how significant even a small detail can influence the aerodynamic efficiency of a vehicle.� One time in the Pony...
  • Re: Guess the gizmo
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 5 Jul 2017 20:36:59 +0000
    ...gmail.com> > wrote: > >> > >> to prop open a too loosely swinging vent window? > >> > >> Edward (who once made a much less attractive magnet with stick glued...
  • Stereo/Speakers - review (kind of)
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
    Sun, 5 Jun 2011 22:14:17 -0400
    ...I did have to make the stock speaker hole a bit bigger - there was an existing smaller hole in the panel that I was...
  • Re: CV Boots
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 6 Mar 1996 01:06:18 -0600
    ...cv >>joint? Mine is cracked. > >I was doing mine today (bay window). It's not expensive--$6.00 at Sears for >the tool, $2...
  • Re: off road in a Vanagon Was Tries
    Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
    Thu, 3 Aug 2000 21:04:10 -0400
    ...pavement) with a 2WD Vanagon, and comparisons to the older bay window vans) I have a friend who has owned several 4-WD's...
  • late sliding door latch mech removal
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Wed, 27 Aug 2003 16:04:23 -0700
    ...I disconnected the operating cable that goes to the rear part of the door (one circlip) and removed the hooked end of the smaller...
  • Re: Portable Air Conditioner aka hybrid electric vehicle continued - live and learn
    Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
    Fri, 1 Jul 2005 14:06:05 -0400
    ...STANDARD VANAGON SIDE WINDOW OPENING! > This will make some of you hate life in the smaller opening westy side > windows, hey toss your screen...
  • VanBondo's <kelly park trip> report
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 10 Apr 1997 22:04:12 -0700 (MST)
    ...I finally hit the swaps at 11:00 and found a few small low budget treats. We met many, many listees and eventually joined...
  • Re: A/C useless when over 100 degrees
    Historical mailing list - DaveC
    Thu, 28 Jun 2001 00:37:47 -0700
    ...If your windows aren't tinted, seriously consider it. A silver/bronze reflective tint makes the vehicle cooler than having the windows tinted dark...
  • Re: Fuse Size: Aux battery to fuse block
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 10 Aug 2017 14:03:35 +0000
    For most applications with a single house battery and small loads I have been using the 7601. I have also been installing it if...
  • Strange Herd behavior..
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 1 Aug 2011 07:28:05 -0700
    ...The loop I rode is over smaller Forest Service roads, often paved here in the NW. I rode about 50 miles, I guess, on...
  • Re: Refrigerator lighting
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 1 Sep 2011 11:09:03 -0500
    ...Also..... > > The flame will be 2 different sizes when fridge operating normally; no > cooling needed, smaller flame, cooling needed, larger flame. Since > your LED...
  • Air Mattress or Foam Pad?
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:48:47 -0800
    ...It saves a lot of room and allows me to see out the back window! After about 24 hours they do gradually lose their...
  • Water leaks in Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Wed, 17 Apr 1996 12:00:03 (EST)
    ...Hard to notice leak, you will find a small amount of water on one or both sides of the front floor. This water can...
  • Re: Beer Fill Level - Only go halfway. Makes a difference!
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sun, 23 Oct 2005 21:06:54 -0500
    ...in the very old old days, way before VANAGONS, back when vw buses were split-windows, we used to go along the beach roads...
  • Re: Sliding door, Rail, Upper, Trim, Rubber
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 1 Apr 2008 12:55:32 -0700
    ...I use it on the frame and rubber when installing VW window glass, > > also. > > Works like a charm, even contains lanolin, which is good...
  • Re: Small Rust Areas.
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 4 Jun 2013 16:33:54 -0500
    ...in small amounts from paintscratch.comto match any vehicle. Before painting, you can put paracord under the edges of the rubber window molding, This...
  • mom's USA trip: your advice (so far)
    Historical mailing list - Kari Williams
    Wed, 31 Mar 1999 01:14:48 EST
    ...tint the windows to keep it cooler 2. get coolant replaced 3. oil change/ filter replaced 4. brake fluid replaced 5. new front brake...
  • Re: insane AC idea
    Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
    Fri, 3 Aug 2001 19:01:07 -0700
    ...insane AC idea > > > > > > > > my factory setting are roll down the windows, > if road rage persists > > > > roll up windows and crack the wings.. ;) > > > > > > > > I wonder...
  • Re: Idea for A/C and camping
    Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
    Thu, 18 Jun 1998 15:36:52 -0700
    ...the A/C compressor in the engine compartment and install a small drive > belt between the motor and the compressor using the other pulley...
  • Re: Fiamma Bike Rack Purchase Update
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Tue, 22 Feb 2000 23:49:49 EST
    ...kits, bike racks, window vents, and a host of other items. We continue to develop new products for the small camper market. Steve Lashley...
  • Re: 85 Weekender FS
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Sat, 18 Apr 2009 19:51:47 -0500
    ...power package including door locks and windows; automatic transmission; alloy wheels; California emissions." and in very small print: "Not all options are available for...
  • Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Mon, 21 Jan 2008 13:54:51 -0800
    ...Jim On Jan 21, 2008 2:50 PM, Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@mac.com> wrote: > The rear hatch window seal, like your front window seal...
  • Re: VIRUS ADVICE!!!
    Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
    Tue, 25 Sep 2001 09:05:35 -0700
    ...IIS is loaded by default on Windows 2000. It is optional on Windows NT, 98SE, and ME. So if you have Windows 2000 you...
  • Re: As nice as, but better?
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Tue, 27 Feb 2007 07:10:08 -0800
    ...more reliable and windows, maybe all this >>>> in small trailer format. >>>> >>>> While this thread isn't one that I'd like to see take...
  • Re: Alternate storage Areas Was: Big empty space just forward of Passenger Side brake light
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:41:37 -0800
    ...No problem with the window. The space is > enclosed, not open to the regulator space. It was, in some iteration of VW > vehicles, a...
  • Re: difference's between model years
    Historical mailing list - Wolfgang Ziegler
    Fri, 26 Sep 2014 17:43:55 +0000
    ...It was light and even with the 'small' engine moved well enough on European Highways and Byways. We had to keep a spare clutch...
  • Re: Replacing the Head Gaskets (Maybe the Head)?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 30 Mar 2014 16:43:21 -0400
    ...Antifreeze in the crankcase in small quantities that cannot be seen can be devastating to bearings. Also consider the O2 sensor and catalyst to...
  • Re: Chinese heaters
    Historical mailing list - Joe T
    Mon, 26 Apr 2021 13:10:06 -0600
    ...The heater has kept my van at 60 degrees inside when it was single digits outside on multiple occasions. (I also use thermal window...
  • Traveling Tips ...
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 18 May 1998 21:30:28 CDT
    ...the bus without busting a window> * Spare Change: wrap a few dollars worth of change in a small bag, and seal it. Great for...
  • 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
    why not just drill a small hole in the bottom of the ashtray and run your cable up through that? you could set the...
  • Re: Volkwagen Westfalia JOKER sighting
    Historical mailing list - John Pronk
    Thu, 24 May 2001 20:16:39 -0000
    ...Exhaust port for fridge is just a small square PLASTIC cover, like a dryer vent but smaller. One large oblong lateral port of 220...