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  • Re: Winter Storage of a Westy
    Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
    Tue, 25 Nov 1997 09:36:39 -0500
    ...One thing you don't mention that you do for winter prep that I would highly recommend for cold-weather storage: empty the Westy...
  • Any advise on timing of an oil change before or after winter storage
    Historical mailing list - Jack R
    Fri, 8 Oct 2021 10:22:13 -0400
    Any advise on timing of an oil change before or after winter storage? Does it make any difference as to when I do my...
  • Upper Bed Removal?
    Historical mailing list - Jack Agnew
    Fri, 10 Feb 1995 21:57:20 -0800 (PST)
    ...of taking it out and making the space available for some storage. The hinge seems easy to remove, but got to wondering if the...
  • Re: Vanagon Swivel Seats
    Historical mailing list - Rob Wright
    Fri, 9 Jul 1999 23:19:08 -0500
    THERE IS A SMALL STORAGE COMPARTMENT UNDER THE DRIVERS SEAT WERE THE AUXILLARY BATERY COULD BE INSTALLED JUST SLIDE THE SEAT FORWARD AND LIFT...
  • WTB: door for westy above-bed storage
    Historical mailing list - Jeff K
    Fri, 13 Dec 2002 10:00:37 -0700
    ...It looks like the standard door/hatch for the storage area above the rear bed will fit where the A/C vents are, without...
  • Re: Anyone have a good rear heater core for sale?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Wed, 11 Dec 2013 10:51:12 -0700
    ...Insulated storage water tank under the van, using the coolant lines near the radiator, plumbed over to the spare tire well where you install...
  • Re: Rear Table storage
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sat, 26 Nov 2011 09:53:38 -0800
    ...But, most storage takes away space for other things. The first link shows storage that might be problematic in a vehicular accident -- the table...
  • Re: Post winter storage sticky valve noise
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Sat, 11 Apr 2015 10:32:05 -0700
    ...Jim > On Apr 11, 2015 11:52 AM, "Richard Smith" <richard_smith@gnwc.ca> wrote: > >> Mine developed this noise, too, after a long storage...
  • Re: Rear table leg holding bracket
    Historical mailing list - PB
    Fri, 18 May 2007 00:09:55 -0700
    ...Thanks! I'm also thinking of converting the upper bunk to storage. Yours in nicely done. If I really wanted to sleep up there...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Stemware Rack in my Westy
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 12 Jan 2008 13:39:43 -0800
    ...My curiosity over the "bed" storage was rekindled recently. (you responded to a question about it on Vanagon list??) Nice pics. I really enjoy...
  • Re: thermal storage in wasse
    Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
    8 Dec 1995 20:16:46 -0800
    RE>thermal storage in wasserboxer 12/8/95 > but the heating system alone holds alot detracting from the >thermal storage. likewise, they are slow...
  • Re: I shared "Oil Cooler Vanagon Air Cooled" with you in OneDrive
    Historical mailing list - Christophe Guilbert
    Sun, 16 Apr 2017 09:40:30 -0700
    ...some pictures for an oil cooler installation 82 Vanagon. > > [https://bn1302files.storage.live.com/y4p58cvhh7IZ2znHbY_Y5Hl5mMufH8VE9sa6XBDb5p4MV1jbfVJaZ8pL3x2F0cJtZx3qQSxDI9Ha0Y8qYc9Ye3Fd21zPegewogBKM0mwP3PnnigtRH-DPxSw8iueE-2relX/WP_20170326_005.jpg?psid=1...
  • Re: Installing a 1982 Westy rear seat into 1987 water cooled Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - David Milo
    Sun, 23 Jul 2006 11:39:07 -0400
    ...I went right out and cut the opening in the bottom of the seat storage area, and then pushed the seat into position in...
  • First Drive of Spring '04
    Historical mailing list - Kevin G. Moore
    Sat, 1 May 2004 08:57:17 -0400
    ...Being from west Michigan, I put it in storage from October to April in order to keep my Vanagon rust-free. I just got...
  • Switching Westy Interiors from a 85 to a 84
    Historical mailing list - Kathy &/or Chris Becker
    Fri, 25 May 2007 15:12:29 -0600
    ...I don't really want the A/C, I prefer the extra storage space. The 85 has a better interior where as the 84...
  • Re: lost my storage... have to get rid of all my vanagons..
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:42:46 -0700
    ...long story short, i lost my storage and have to > get rid of 12 of my 15 remaining vanagons.. and only have a month...
  • replacing lifters
    Historical mailing list - joe lucca
    Thu, 4 Sep 2003 11:25:32 -0400
    ...joe _________________________________________________________________ Get 10MB of e-mail storage! Sign up for Hotmail Extra Storage. http://join.msn.com/?PAGE=features/es
  • Re: Vanagon Computer
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Mon, 17 Jan 2005 12:53:15 -0800
    ...Keyed the same they provide a modicum of locked security sufficent in most states for storage of your favorite personal protection device. A hasp...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 8 Oct 2021 to 9 Oct 2021 (#2021-285)
    Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
    Mon, 11 Oct 2021 09:38:57 -0500
    ...And since I live in Alabama the concept of winter storage is academic anyway ; ) Jim On Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 9:34 AM...
  • Re: lost my storage... have to get rid of all my vanagons..
    Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
    Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:11:53 -0700
    ...I am most likely loosing the garage and storage i have by the middle of august. So I fully understand your pain. ( well not...
  • Re: Additional Storage
    Historical mailing list - Susan Bernavich
    Fri, 21 Jul 2000 14:59:41 -0700
    ...Additional Storage > > >Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2000 19:46:55 -0400 > >From: Alain Pierre Hovasse <aphovasse@home.com> > >Subject: Re: Additional Storage > > > >Speaking of...
  • Re: vanagon storage
    Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
    Mon, 20 Oct 2003 12:29:28 -0400
    On Fri, 17 Oct 2003 09:47:08 -0600, don spence <dspence@OANET.COM> wrote: >Better yet, when coming out of storage, pull the...
  • asking for travel tips
    Historical mailing list - Sharon Falvey
    Sun, 26 Mar 2000 12:10:39 -0800
    ...What types of toppers are people really happy with that work great with the VW for extra storage? What are the minimum necessities a...
  • Re: Coolant leak in cold storage
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
    Wed, 14 Feb 2007 20:48:55 -0500
    ...little blue VW coolant from the head gaskets each winter during storage outside in the Minnesota winters. Not much, probably 8 oz. at most...
  • Re: bench seat storage
    Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
    Fri, 30 Aug 2002 13:38:15 -0600
    ...It seems that I > should be able to pull down the panel below the seat to expose the storage > area without pulling up the...
  • Re: How long do gas struts last in storage?
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:32:57 -0700
    ...If it is a part that can go bad in storage, that just increases my hesitancy to "buy and hold." After all, there are...
  • Re: Inner spare storage
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Mon, 5 Apr 2021 10:48:21 -0700
    GoWesty makes a steel storage box that replaces the clamshell. Looks like it has an open top so would still want to put things...
  • How to store WESTY for LONG-TERM STORAGE (1yr+)??
    Historical mailing list - Louize Chris
    Fri, 25 Nov 2005 08:37:21 -0500
    vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM How to store WESTY for LONG-TERM STORAGE (1yr+)?? Ahoy Volks! Looks like my beloved Westy will need to be...
  • Fwd: Re: Usable storage space
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Sat, 28 Apr 2012 16:28:57 -0600
    ...Usable storage space To: "ralph meyermann" <ralphmeyermann@gmail.com> Hey Ralph, here's a link to allow you to share your pictures - http://bworks...
  • Re: winter storage
    Historical mailing list - Jack
    Fri, 6 Sep 2002 18:08:38 -0700
    ...climates, people will be asking about preparing their > Vanagons for winter storage. The latest Popular Mechanics has an article about that > very subject. Well...
  • Headrests
    Historical mailing list - Green Westy
    Sun, 19 Mar 2006 23:00:17 -0500
    ...Free | More Storage | Import Your Contact List http://mail.netscape.com ___________________________________________________ Try the New Netscape Mail Today! Virtually Spam-Free | More Storage | Import Your...
  • Re: pics of the infamous pick n pull van!
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Thu, 3 Apr 2008 01:08:55 -0400
    ...No active cooling, just a storage area that could be used with ice blocks for food storage. I'm not sure that memory is...
  • Re: Free Van: Near Montreal Quebec: Not mine
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Sat, 5 Nov 2011 10:31:27 -0400
    Another storage option for Benny Boy.
  • Re: storage net/hammocks?
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Wed, 8 May 2013 09:48:15 -0400
    >>... .little net hammocks things that hang against a wall or bulkhead for storage? ...<< An excuse to visit your local part pick junk yard to...
  • Re: breakfast in Saltlake City
    Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
    Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:47:15 -0500
    ...http://tinyurl.com/lpbbmo > * > * > *bob > * > > > > > _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail� has ever-growing storage! Don�t worry about storage limits. http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Storage?ocid=TXT...
  • Re: Rear closet removal
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:50:11 -0700
    ...I would still consider a cupboard or > storage concept above the back bed. I didn't realize it was a BC company > until I...
  • Re: rear seat hinges
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:32:36 -0700
    ...One of the problems with it is that the supports for the bed (when flat) extend down into the storage area under the rear...
  • Re: Below Floor Storage Unit
    Historical mailing list - se7en
    Thu, 25 May 2000 22:12:28 -0700
    ...Arlen ------------------------------------------- Ed Goodrow wrote: > > All: > Here is a great solution to storage problems. E-mail me for any > questions or comments. This unit was...
  • Air conditioning keep it or leave it?
    Historical mailing list - Martine Boudreault
    Thu, 3 Mar 2005 20:19:10 -0500
    ...Should I keep it in the Westy or take it out and have a nice storage cabinet? Has anyone remove the AC heat exchanger...
  • Cant Find Part-Please Help
    Historical mailing list - Adrian Bertarelli
    Tue, 8 May 2007 07:00:14 -0600
    ...I have the style of jumpset that has the storage under it, the one with the lift up seat to get to the storage...
  • Re: bench seat storage
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 31 Aug 2002 04:52:43 EDT
    ...I understand that you lift up the seat bottom to access the > storage area. My question was about the 2 cutouts on the lower...
  • down to the second
    Historical mailing list - Mark C
    Sun, 8 Jan 2006 02:37:49 -0800
    http://www.lares.dti.ne.jp/~yugo/storage/monocrafts_ver3/03/
  • Re: Spare tire storage
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Tue, 26 May 2009 14:18:27 -0800
    ...Spare tire storage > At 04:37 PM 5/26/2009, Troy wrote... >>Now that I have upgraded to 16 inch wheels, I am moving...
  • Re: How to store WESTY for LONG-TERM STORAGE (1yr+)??
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 25 Nov 2005 09:40:52 -0600
    ...Spray your rubber seals with silicone, and if possible store inside a storage unit- protects against the elements, and lowers the likely hood of...
  • Re: the high+pop-top
    Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
    Wed, 23 Nov 2005 23:45:43 +0000
    ...it does originally have a top bunk - the guy just converted it to storage since he sleeps down anyway. for me the point is...
  • Temp fix; front storage
    Historical mailing list - Patricia Lenihan
    Fri, 25 Aug 2006 10:55:29 -0700
    ...Non-mechanical question...what do you use as a front storage compartment/drink holder? We have the manual transmission so the spring loaded cupholders...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 8 Oct 2021 to 9 Oct 2021 (#2021-285)
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Mon, 11 Oct 2021 09:56:35 -0500
    ...And since I live in Alabama the concept of winter storage > is academic anyway ; ) > > Jim > >> On Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 9:34 AM...
  • 82 1.6l TD Vanagon winter storage
    Historical mailing list - Sylvain s
    Sun, 26 Sep 1999 20:41:06 EDT
    ...of snow) Does anybody have suggestions about what to do for storage to prevent from rust damage on frame/body and to protect the...
  • Re: Spare gas storage ??
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Sun, 14 Aug 2011 15:30:27 -0600
    ...Either a tank there, or tool box or a trap door storage area? That's where the SA SS tanks were made to go...
  • Re: More storage space?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Wed, 25 Jul 2001 12:36:24 EDT
    ...The rear of the passenger compartment is encased with a cut-down rubber battery box for the storage of tools and loose parts. Details...
  • Re: Behind light storage was:vanagon Digest - 20 Feb 2020 to 21 Feb 2020 (#2020-66)
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:05:45 +0000
    ...Behind light storage was:vanagon Digest - 20 Feb 2020 to 21 Feb 2020 (#2020-66) Eric: Yes, t is also where the battery is...
  • Re: Crimp On Terminals
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 15 Oct 2004 19:50:09 -0600
    ...The storage room and forgotten about and then moved to the next station and into the storage room again because I didn�t recognize...
  • Re: Interior Cargo Net - Source?
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Thu, 12 Aug 2004 10:23:29 -0400
    ...I have also seen hammocks/storage nets like this at Dollar stores and Cabella's. (although I can't say if either still carries...
  • Re: Question about engine storage
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
    Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:33:48 EDT
    ...I just pulled the engine out of my wrecked van and I was wondering if anybody had any advice for long-term storage. For...
  • FS:: 1985 Westfalia Weekender
    Historical mailing list - ---------------------
    Mon, 21 May 2007 08:00:11 -0400
    ...It has the pop up top sleeping compartment, rear storage compartment, fold out dining table, screens and curtains, rear facing seat behind driver with...
  • Re: change oil before winter storage?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Sat, 6 Sep 2008 17:36:22 -0500
    ...long ago that they change their oil before > and after winter storage. I'm due for an oil change, and will be > storing it...
  • Re: Behind light storage was:vanagon Digest - 20 Feb 2020 to 21 Feb 2020 (#2020-66)
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:23:03 -0500
    ...Do you have a vanagon with the battery there? If so you must have a available storage area in the front for a spare...
  • Re: Another storage idea? (Westy oriented)
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:41:44 -0800
    ...Another storage idea? (Westy oriented) To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Thursday, November 11, 2010, 10:04 PM Hi all. Before I forget... I...
  • Re: oil leaks - was RE: Coolant leak in cold storage
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 13 Feb 2007 17:24:39 -0800
    ...Coolant leak in cold storage > > ::: > > :::Failing Dennis' suggestion of Power steering, look under your rear > > :::seat for a leaking container that you stashed and...
  • Re: Spare tire storage and protection
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Tue, 6 Apr 2021 14:18:09 -0400
    ...and covered the tire both ways. > > This would create a waterproof storage area in my spare tire and also protect my new tire and...