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  • Re: Tips and Tricks - Oil Filler NecK Extension Extension.
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Mon, 12 Sep 2005 10:55:49 -0600
    Will keep an eye out on that. What happens is that several oil brands are distributed by regions from regional pack/bottle centers. It...
  • EV Jumpseat Question
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 20 Dec 1995 11:15:29 -0500
    ...It appears that the two (2) extensions that stick into the floor have to enter the floor behind (toward the rear of the vehicle...
  • Re: rear hatch lock extension
    Historical mailing list - Greg S
    Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:27:47 -0400
    ...I think they had a nice hatch lock extension too. Some other resources are: http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_details.php?id=3683...
  • Re: Internal 115V power
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 27 Dec 2007 01:47:26 -0600
    ...All that would need doing then would be to open the oil service hatch a bit, plug in the extension, and voila - power available...
  • Re: CV Joint advice
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Sat, 3 Jul 1999 21:38:40 -0400
    ...Remember, a CV isn't designed to provide "extension and contraction" as much as it is to transfer power at an angle. The extension...
  • Re: Tips and Tricks - Oil Filler NecK Extension Extension.
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 11 Sep 2005 11:40:30 -0500
    ...company bottle >>>>mouths would be as large as the oil filler extension on the WBX engine. >>>> >>>> >>snip< >> >> > >What size bottles are being used here...
  • Re: Canadian Electric Setup
    Historical mailing list - Marshall
    Tue, 5 Mar 2002 00:07:02 -0600
    ...in to the AC service outlet as opposed to > carrying an extension cord as we do in the US models. > That's the big...
  • Re: Westy Computer Icons (Info for PC users)
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Lubin
    Fri, 9 May 2008 15:02:24 -0400
    ...I tried just adding a .ico extension to the end thinking it was a matter of the PC not being able to read the...
  • Re: !!! ACCESSORY NEEDED !!!
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Wed, 11 Jul 2001 08:08:49 -0500
    John Rodgers wrote: > Yeh, well, I have been driving Vanagons since 1990 and just this year > discovered the oil filler tube extension!!! I just...
  • Re: VDO oil sender extension hose
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 16 May 2005 20:12:19 -0500
    ...VDO oil sender extension hose > For those that have been trying to get around placing the VDO dual output > pressure senders on the aircooled...
  • Re: Gene Berg vanagon "short shift kit" FS (shortens shifter travel)
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:16:16 -0500
    If I'da bought one of them short shift kits with extension back 16 years ago, my right arm wouldn't be 3" longer...
  • Anybody up for the UK quick shift kit at about $55 plus shipping?
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Wed, 10 Mar 2004 14:27:47 EST
    ...The fabricator does not currently offer an extension though. BenT
  • Re: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:45:14 -0500
    Another way is to pull the airbox and get at the bolt head from behind with a long extension and wrench. Feel the long...
  • Re: Addition to Westy Rear Table Mod + Slider Window Repair
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:08:21 -0700
    ...Not trying to > lay claim to your work) � � :) > > As per the mod some others have done, I installed a version of the > extension tube...
  • Re: Gene Berg Short shift/extension kit
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Tue, 25 Apr 2000 09:25:18 -0700
    ...Gene Berg Short shift/extension kit > > > >I'm assuming that these Gene Berg kits don't work for Syncros... ? > > > >Brent Christensen > > Can't say...
  • Re: Rear Hatch Lock extension
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Thu, 14 Dec 2000 13:13:28 EST
    ...Tim Hannink >> There used to be a lock extension available from Germany for the Vanagon, but it was dropped by my supplier about 2...
  • Re: Projektzwo driving light compatibility
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 3 Dec 2010 20:57:10 -0800
    ...The reflectors might be different but appears to fit in the hole of the PZ grill extensions. >> >> Wondering if anyone has a Jag in...
  • Re: oil pres woes... gauge install part 2
    Historical mailing list - Brian Cochran
    Mon, 29 Jan 2001 18:25:12 -0800
    ...I bought the VDO extension adaptor (for 25 bucks!!!! Too much). Comes with a 12" flex hose extension. I thought this to be pretty...
  • Re: Hatch Lock Extensions Now Available for Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Sat, 22 Sep 2001 17:30:18 EDT
    ...The extension works just like your existing latch and it locks and unlocks and opens just like your hatch does now. You slip the...
  • Source & part number for Canadian electrical hook ups
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Thu, 26 Sep 2002 13:32:28 -0400
    I want to change my hook ups (city water, water filler, electrical) but I want to keep my Canadian extension cord. Anyone no the...
  • Hatch Latch or Hatch Extension was: Where to buy Limbo Hatch Stick?
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sat, 17 Jul 2010 09:23:56 -0700
    Simple off the shelf solution at the hardware store, pictures here: http://www.pbase.com/labusch/hatchlatch Got mine a Lowes several years ago...
  • Pull out oil filler
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Thu, 9 Nov 2000 15:48:26 -0500
    Am I the only one who didn't know that there's a nifty slide out extension inside the oil fill tube (on the...
  • Re: Shifter extension
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Tue, 27 May 2003 19:24:49 EDT
    In a message dated 5/27/2003 6:47:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time, albell@uvic.ca writes: > > are you saying that VAG made...
  • Re: cigrette lighter or silver socket - amp problem with air compressor
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sun, 9 Jul 2006 23:39:01 -0400
    ...I got a 10 foot > extension to put in lighter outlet but can't use since it's only 8 amps and > my air...
  • Re: For the Newbies - Vanagon secrets revealed
    Historical mailing list - Doug Ezell
    Mon, 28 Aug 2006 19:54:19 -0600
    ...The extension should just > slide right out into position, allowing spill free oiling. When done > oiling, just push it back in. > > Good luck and...
  • Re: Pre-loading Rear Springs re Syncro Suspension
    Historical mailing list - Ron Putt
    Mon, 22 Jun 1998 00:55:25 PDT
    ...Wouldn't you damage the shock and/or its mounts by using spacers or extensions on it without increasing the lift of the springs...
  • Re: Westy Front Seatbelt Extension/Replacement?
    Historical mailing list - C B
    Wed, 23 May 2007 17:37:49 -0700
    ...The too-short front belts are due to Cunegonde having Westy rotating seats and hence, missing buckle anchor extensions standard on less accessorized Vanagons...
  • Re: Tips and Tricks - Oil Filler NecK Extension Extension.
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 11 Sep 2005 11:51:28 -0500
    ...Tips and Tricks - Oil Filler NecK Extension Extension. > > <<Well if you guys just have to have a funnel to get that oil in you...
  • Re: Tri-Star or 16" Fender flares was Re: " plastic wheel arch extensions"
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 13 Dec 2005 07:58:11 -0600
    ...Tri-Star or 16" Fender flares was Re: " plastic wheel > arch extensions" > > one thing you guys need to worry about if/when making copies...
  • S. African conversion pix
    Historical mailing list - Peter B.
    Mon, 20 Sep 1999 15:50:25 -0700
    I have been told by my ISP that they are unable to handle Microsoft extensions. They said they can have my pix up in...
  • Shirt Shift Kit
    Historical mailing list - Craig Morton
    Wed, 15 Mar 2006 16:10:12 -0800
    ...GB 6782 and GB 6787 are the 12mm and 14mm extensions. Price is $37.54 plus shipping/handling. GBE --------------------------------- Yahoo! Mail Bring photos to...
  • Window Crank Handle Extensions Available
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sat, 21 Sep 2002 09:13:17 -0400
    Thanks to some part number sleuthing by list member Maynard Southard, I now have a window crank handle extension kit on my website. This...
  • Re: Retrofitting power steering-is it worth it?
    Historical mailing list - ROGunter
    Sun, 26 Apr 1998 08:46:26 EDT
    ...There is also an tubular extension which connects to the universal closest to the rack itself. This tubular extension (I don't know the...
  • The Flat Tire Encounter
    Historical mailing list - Harald Rust
    Fri, 21 Feb 2003 12:53:14 -0800
    ...Go to Sears and buy a half inch breaker bar, 2 1/2" extension, and a 19mm socket. (don't know what socket size...
  • 85 camper for sale
    Historical mailing list - Brian Lazara
    Thu, 15 Sep 1994 09:44:44 -0700
    ...510-834-1000 Extension 5 Near Oakland CA.
  • Re: vanagon factory front crank window knob extensions...they Do exist..
    Historical mailing list - mike
    Fri, 21 Jun 2002 19:11:51 -0700
    ...vanagon factory front crank window knob extensions...they Do > exist.. > > In a message dated 6/21/02 6:22:10 PM Eastern Daylight Time...
  • Re: Slider Extension
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Sun, 3 Mar 2013 13:21:43 -0700
    ...fatter tires on my Syncro and looking for that >>> Sliding >>> Door extension. Anyone know of a good source? Is there more than one >>> choice...
  • Re: Four Bicycle Carrier VW T2 Trotter in Reimo 2000 Catalogue
    Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
    Sat, 14 Oct 2000 00:22:25 -0400
    ...It came with four of the telescoping rails for mounting bikes, an extension to the base rack for mounting the two additional rails, and...
  • Re: best mod for vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Tue, 2 Mar 2004 19:37:45 -0700
    "I like my Berg short shift kit and shifter extension, but the best mod for me was the sew-on Wheelskin leather steering wheel...
  • Spare Tire Stowage Mod
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Fri, 28 Oct 2005 13:58:41 -0600
    ...I also added hinged extensions where the bar attaches to the frame cross member. It was on the back of the van in the...
  • westy table height extension mod
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 2 Aug 2010 18:02:19 -0700
    I did this great old mod today, allows the table leg to be held higher so the top loading cabinets can be accessed without...
  • for Friday
    Historical mailing list - karen brown
    Thu, 05 Dec 1996 13:18:01 -0500
    I knew about the oil filler extension tube, the stove cover/drainboard, and the swivelling front seats. What I want to know is, where...
  • BA-A Heater
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sat, 7 Apr 2001 16:58:32 -0500
    ...Vanagon Complete Rear Ductwork and Blower, Fuel T, Temp Regulator, Dash Extension, Belly Pan just Missing the rear spark arrestor. Works great Stan Wilder...
  • Bigger bras
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Wed, 26 Sep 2001 18:42:03 -0400
    Has anyone with the projeckzo foglights (that includes a lower grill extension) been able to find a bra that will fit? It seems the...
  • WTB Oil Filler Tube for AC Project
    Historical mailing list - Doug
    Fri, 1 Jun 2007 08:02:17 -0400
    Volks, I'm looking for an oil filler tube, black plastic tube, cap, and extension for a Federal (or CA) 2.0l air-cooled...
  • Re: vanagon factory front crank window knob extensions...they Do exist..
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Fri, 21 Jun 2002 10:45:47 -0400
    > i have found that VW makes a window crank knob extension.. it was > used on the '91-'93 Cabriolets.. for the rear side windows...
  • Notes on mud flap installation
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Mon, 10 May 1999 10:16:09 PDT
    ...The bolts are molded into the rubber extensions and I ended up destroying one extension but managed to get the other 3 off intact...
  • Seat Belt Extension
    Historical mailing list - KEITH PIKE
    Fri, 22 Jun 2001 07:05:34 -0230
    I seem to remember when seat belts came on the market (late 1960s), there was a short piece of belt with buckles that extended...
  • KEP shortened oil pans:
    Historical mailing list - John C.
    Wed, 29 Aug 2001 19:31:29 EDT
    Has anyone installed Hoberts shortened pan? How is it working for you, and could you please describe how it looks? Does the extension go...
  • Re: Dash removal video - How to save streaming video
    Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
    Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:24:43 -0400
    Get the "Fast Video Download" extension from https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/3590 It works with sites like youtube as well...
  • Re: vanagon factory front crank window knob extensions...they Do exist..
    Historical mailing list - Simon Reinhardt
    Thu, 20 Jun 2002 21:44:26 -0600
    ...window....... > > i have found that VW makes a window crank knob extension.. it was > used on > the '91-'93 Cabriolets.. for the rear side...
  • Re: easy.. Re: Passenger van to westy pop top conversion?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
    Wed, 10 Dec 2003 17:59:02 -0800
    ...I have thought about a similar extension for the back of our Westy to be used with a tent section to enclose the rear...
  • Re: Paint the plastic bumper extensions?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Mon, 28 Jan 2008 19:37:43 -0800
    ...Paint the plastic bumper extensions? In a message dated 1/28/08 4:40:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, kimbrennan@MAC.COM writes: > Paint...
  • Re: Power Antenna
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Wed, 14 Oct 1998 22:12:45 -0700
    ...I also got, from Radio Shack, and antenna extension cable, and metal nibblers. Here is how I did it: (greatly simplified) First take out...
  • Re: rear hatch lock extension
    Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
    Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:16:21 +0000
    The LiMBO website seems to be OK now.  Seems like GoDaddy took control for awhile? Link below. " Rear hatch struts available from LiMBO.   The...
  • Re: Thermostat Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 28 Jan 2001 12:43:20 +1200
    ...In addition, run an extension cord out and take a fan heater with you into the van!
  • Re: best mod for vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Cumnock
    Tue, 2 Mar 2004 22:01:01 -0500
    ...were do find a short shift kit, I've done the extension , and man why didn't it come with a longer rod. What...
  • Bed Extension Tool Cabinet
    Historical mailing list - Mark C
    Fri, 27 Oct 2006 10:36:27 -0700
    ...with a flip-over-top that would serve as an extension of the rear bed... where the width of the cabinet would be from...
  • Re: rear hatch lock extension
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:24:05 -0700
    ...On Wed, Apr 15, 2009 at 9:28 AM, Gregory Smith <gfs@gregoryfsmith.com>wrote: > The rear hatch extensions should definitely not be used...
  • Re: Tips and Tricks - Oil Filler NecK Extension Extension.
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 12 Sep 2005 17:01:17 -0500
    In addition to Mobil one havingthe big lips, Castrol Syntec does too DM&FS At 11:55 AM 9/12/2005, jimt wrote: >Will...