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• Re: Tips on passing emissions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 23:41:19 -0400
  ...2012 9:59 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Tips on passing emissions I don't think I've seen intake valve...
• Bentley found and list thanks,
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 15 Oct 2017 19:39:25 -0400
  ...I could not keep my Vanagon going without the help of this list and the connections to amazing people that provide great advice, tips...
• Re: Installing Propane Tank on a non Westy!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 7 Oct 2009 15:31:53 -0700
  One could always make the first post................................ 'seeking tips on installing my new propane tank I just got from Bus Depot' ........ thus saving people...
• eBay ethics ..."e-b*y bidding. who`ll make it $1 ??"
  Historical mailing list - J. Harvey
  Sat, 22 Nov 2003 22:18:38 -0800
  ...Does this happen much? I don't know. _________________________________________________________________ Set yourself up for fun at home! Get tips on home entertainment equipment, video game reviews...
• Re: Where to start when signal lights don't work?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:57:50 +0000
  ...car off they came on and worked normally.  Could this be related? Thanks for any tips on where to start the investigation. Eric Caron
• '84 Hub cap problem
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 7 Jul 2010 15:36:47 -0700
  ...Anyone dealt with this problem? Suggestions? Tips on making the hub cap "just a little bigger? Rob becida@comcast.net
• Peel and Seal Complete-Pics
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:10:30 -0500
  ...front cabin area, slider, and panel behind driver(opposite the slider). Tips: Don't attempt on a really warm day. Don't atempt on...
• Re: purchasing a used vanagon
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Tue, 7 Jan 1997 23:33:42 -0500 (EST)
  ...Also, can the top handle a roof rack for lumber? > > Any wisdom/tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! > > Liz Freelund > Wisdom: Don't beat...
• Re: You are now subscribed to the Vanagon list
  Historical mailing list - Knud Haugmark
  Fri, 29 Aug 1997 10:59:58 +0000
  ...Are there any German subscribers who have tips on where to get one in good shape and with some guarentee. Or has one for...
• Re: Disadvantages of syncros AND syncro question
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 8 Dec 1998 09:55:50 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: Warranty Rust Repair Gone Bad!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 12 Feb 1999 14:38:37 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• clutch bleeding/ARCHIVES!??
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Clay
  Wed, 13 Jan 1999 12:14:21 EST
  ...I do have a second person, whom i know I'll need, any hints/tips/tricks will be much appreciated thanks jon 88 gl
• Re: Looking for a Hardcore roof rack
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 29 Apr 1999 15:16:57 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• helicoils, stripped threads
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Tue, 29 Feb 2000 08:19:18 -0500
  ...Has any one ever faced this before? Any tricks or tips? Thanks, Woody
• Re: Thinking about adding Ratio rockers, checkout Pauter's Roller tip rockers...
  Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
  Mon, 28 Aug 2000 21:18:16 -1000
  ...Maybe another list purchase to cut cost...? The roller tips help to reduce side load on the valve stem. With the increased valve lift...
• Re: Canoe Carrying on Westy
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Sat, 13 Jan 2001 06:54:12 -0600
  ...Any tips on the best way to > attach it to the poptop for transport that is > safe/secure, but not a fortune. It's...
• Re: pulling the stove/fridge?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Rowsell
  Fri, 14 Apr 2006 20:51:57 -0300
  ...almost completely full currently. (can you purge it yourself, or should > > a shop do this?) > > > > > > thanks for any tips, suggestions or misc tomfoolery. > > > > chris > > >
• Trips not tips
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
  Sat, 3 Feb 2007 03:35:03 +0000
  O.k. this has been fun reading about fixing my van. And I may be as addicted as you all, but where is the...
• hydraulic jack & jack stands
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Wed, 22 Nov 2006 20:18:27 -0700
  ...Any tips and hints will be greatly appreciated. I don't want any VW chassis numbers permanently stamped on my body. Jerry in Arizona.
• Coolant Loss/Hose clamp tips?
  Historical mailing list - Alex MeVay
  Fri, 17 May 2019 19:37:52 -0700
  ...be a little more lighthearted, right? TLDR, can anyone share any tips on getting hose clamps to work reliably over the long term? My...
• Re: rear access hatch adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:26:28 -0500
  ...Thanks for the tips they worked again! Eric Caron 85 GL Westfalia auto currently snowed into is garage in southern VT On Feb 21...
• Ride height
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Sun, 22 Dec 2013 19:02:01 -0800
  ...Thanks for any tips you may have Alain 1986 Westfalia Sent from my iPad 2
• Re: Parts Needed Dome Lights
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:41:25 -0600
  ...dome light for 91 DS and the one in the glove box, please. > Any tips? > Michael in San Antonio > 91GL AT 'Gringo' > 73 Beetle > > > > >
• help for my 83's pop top
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Jun 1996 16:25:02 -0700
  ...If anyone could suggest a glue to use or has any tips Id love to hear em. As usual. :) BTW my van is running...
• Re: problems with bosch platinum spark plugs
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Apr 1996 07:04:59 -0400
  ...Inspect them to make the tips did not separate and short out the electrode. I find the engines with marginal HC emission problems do...
• 1,6-l. '79-'82 type 2 'pancake' engine in Bug
  Historical mailing list - Hanno Spoelstra
  Wed, 22 Jan 1997 12:30:16 +0100
  ...Who can you help me with engine codes, tips, etc.? Thanks in advance, Hanno Spoelstra <H.L.Spoelstra@WbMt.TUDelft.NL> Bloemendaal, The Netherlands
• Re: AC/BAttery indicator lighty
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Fri, 9 Aug 1996 19:41:25 CST6CDT
  ...sure there are no I squared R at these points. > Any tips from folks reading is greatly welcome. HAte to think I may if...
• Re: Stealth Camping (and how I came to own a Westy)
  Historical mailing list - BNGR8FUL
  Fri, 15 May 1998 10:36:12 EDT
  ...thought some folks might enjoy the story and some of my tips. I feel my long stay gave me a Westy free and clear...
• Re: No more spelling error lists PLEASE!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 26 Oct 1998 10:28:55 -0500
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: Who can sell me cross drilled Syncro disc?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 16 Oct 1998 10:00:07 -0400
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning ********************************************
• Re: Ideal Donor
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 16:31:46 -0500
  ...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
• Re: Late-model 120A alternator fit on wasserboxer?
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Thu, 22 Jun 2000 18:44:52 EDT
  ...http://www.openmarket.com > scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning > vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon >********************************************* ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE...
• Re: 2nd request, where's my fuel pump relay?
  Historical mailing list - Steve E
  Tue, 19 Dec 2000 16:17:09 -0500
  Thanks all for the tips. Aha! Several folks replied that I should look in the black box on the left side of the firewall...
• Re: Renting a tow-dolly for vanagon core-HELP!
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Wed, 14 Feb 2001 23:36:16 -0800
  ...towed a vanagon using > > one of these little tow-dollys? Any tips on how to > > mount a non-running Vanagon to one of these...
• Re: Gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Pancho de la Luna
  Thu, 28 Jun 2001 18:53:58 -0700
  ...Are there any tips on how to get it to be a little higher other than driving 45mph on the highways? besides going electric...
• Re: Removing/cleaning fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 May 2002 16:38:11 -0400
  ...Without having a Bentley in hand (already ordered and on it's way), are there any tricks/tips on dropping the tank? Once removed...
• Re: Trip to Europe
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 30 Jan 2003 11:43:31 -0600
  ...May be in Austria too. > Never skied in Europe before so if you have any tips suggestuons etc would > you share? > Need to find...
• Re: another tranny question...
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 19:39:16 -0800
  ...now i am learning and have nothing but questions... > > thanks, > > jeff > > '81 westy > > > > --------------------------------- > Do you Yahoo!? > Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, and more >
• Re: u joint for steering
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Wed, 11 Jun 2003 23:53:15 -0400
  ...any opinions or comment would be great and tips on > putting it in thanks > Patrick > 87 wolfs 277k >
• Breaking joint btween header and converter?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Sutton
  Sun, 31 Aug 2003 09:31:05 -0400
  ...Any tips? I may have access to borrowed power tools later, but this could likely remain a hacksaw-hammer-and-teeth operation. thanks, Matt...
• Help:Little blue wire on alternator????89 Syncro GL
  Historical mailing list - Hermann the German
  Sun, 14 Dec 2003 16:30:14 +0000
  ...br clear=all><hr> <a href="http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2746??PS=">Winterize your home with tips from MSN House & Home.</a> </html>
• Re: Electric burner starter
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Sat, 17 Jul 2004 12:00:32 -0400
  ...I love these practical tips; less stuff in the trash stream. HTH. -- Stephen Chillicothe OH
• Re: Steering rack replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 22 Dec 2005 11:47:48 -0800
  ...Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf Of Brian Tipsword Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2005 9:17 PM To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: (rear) cv joint
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Sat, 25 Feb 2006 14:16:57 -0500
  ...the joint is okay without removing everything? And is >> changing just the boot easier than changing the whole bearing? >> >> Thanks for any tips... >> >> -Wes >> >> > >
• stupid starter question: 1990 GL
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:24:22 -0500
  ...I'm headed back up this weekend, so any troubleshooting tips are greatly appreciated. Secondly: anyone know of a competent mechanic in or around...
• Re: Heated air intakes (was: misc mpg discussion)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:30:38 -0500
  ...and I noticed this was on the page of fuel-saving tips someone posted a link too. Anybody tried some kind of heated air...
• Re: Defroster questions
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Fri, 10 Mar 2023 10:27:01 -0800
  ...AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET> > wrote: > > > > Hi folks, > > > > Looking for tips on defroster repair. > > > > I recently installed the GW third brake light on...
• Re: # archive search problems and tips
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Wed, 26 Dec 2001 09:00:45 -0500
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: # archive search problems and tips > > Hi Volks, > > I've been enjoying the archives quite a bit using the > email...
• Re: Fast idle and stumble
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:09:41 -0400
  ...Keep the tips coming. Eric Caron 84 2.3 GW with 1.9 fuel management > On Jul 27, 2022, at 11:57 AM, David...
• Re: Intermittent speedometer failure
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Tue, 18 Aug 2015 19:59:08 -0700
  ...issue. > > I still hope to figure something out with someone’s tips! > > In the meantime I’m not going to start hitting my instrument...
• Re: Grey oily spots on rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:41:24 -0600
  ...of the injection pump,thanks again or the helpful information and tips to remedy that issue it made a big mess on my rear...
• Re: Moss removal
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 18 May 2011 10:47:35 -0700
  ...alistair On 18-May-11, at 8:57 AM, Todd.Last wrote: > Any tips on what is the best way to remove the pacific...
• Re: exploding cartridges
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 13 Jul 95 07:29:49 EDT
  ...The top or a seam will let go if you get enough pressure built up, and you will! If the tin tips over you...
• water pump change
  Historical mailing list - Dan Soiney
  Wed, 17 Jul 1996 10:56:32 -0500
  ...A few tips... 1. Loosen all the belts, don't take them off, just move them out of the way. 2. Use two ratchets...
• Re: Syncro off-road or not?
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Mon, 19 Apr 1999 01:57:43 +0200
  ...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: fuel lines replacing
  Historical mailing list - Coddington
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 07:48:06 -0700
  ...How about tips and pointers from someone who's done it> Tom in No Calif. 87 Westy 85 TD Jetta 97 Jetta TDI (wifes...
• Re: FW: Green coolant hurt engine?
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 13:04:44 -0400
  ...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
• Re: Is there a trick to searching the archives?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Wed, 23 Aug 2000 13:33:22 -0700
  ...All I get is a time out. > > Does anyone have any tips or suggestions? I'm trying to track down the > source of my...
• sticky tach
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Thu, 19 Apr 2001 19:32:20 -0500
  ...Did I do something to damage it, or is it going to work it's way loose? Thanks again for any tips Jeff 85...
• Re: Awnings
  Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
  Mon, 18 Jun 2001 12:20:40 -0700
  ...Charles '85 Westy At 12:28 PM 6/18/01 -0400, Justin Wolfe wrote: >Any one out there with any awning recommendations and tips...