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• Re: urban camping tips
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Tue, 19 Aug 2003 20:18:46 -0700
  > Anyone else got any urban camping tips? We've on more than one occasion crashed on city streets when it got too late for...
• Re: Alaska trip tips
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 18 Apr 2007 07:25:46 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Rob wrote: > I was wondering if anyone would care to offer some tips on traveling > to Alaska by...
• Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Dec 2022 22:08:34 +0000
  ...Re: [VANAGON] Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment Plastic bumpers: extreme left and right of the back hatch opening, not on the door. Jim...
• Again...same old story...important listings going to SPAM
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 3 Jun 2021 02:17:57 +0000
  Dang....this is just so frustrating....so many great tips and advice, and they go to SPAM folder. Rich San Diego
• 1.8t conversion
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Ankeny
  Tue, 19 Sep 2000 22:33:38 -0500
  Has anyone on the list successfully transplanted a 1.8t into a vanagon? Would you be willing to share your experience? Tips, Tricks, Traps...
• Coolant "T"-Piece
  Historical mailing list - Eric Unrau
  Thu, 9 Jan 2003 11:19:51 -0800
  ...Any tips, insight pointers??? Thx, ~Eric~ '89 Westy Vancouver, BC
• fuel pressure gage, questions answered, thanks!
  Historical mailing list - Scott W.
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 12:13:32 -0800
  thanks for the advice all. ===== Scott Wilson 85 GL Westfalia __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Master Brake Cylinder Install
  Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
  Fri, 1 Sep 2006 14:39:59 -0700
  ...Any warnings, tips or tricks to installing a new master brake cylinder? Guess what I'm doing this weekend? Thanks, and Happy Friday, Joel
• Re: seatupholstery removal tip request
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 26 Mar 2017 16:05:56 -0400
  Hi list, Well it’s off but, tips on getting it back on are probably more important! All is intact but the area on...
• wheel bearings for '82 diesel westy
  Historical mailing list - Cetin Seren
  Tue, 21 Jan 1997 09:39:06 -0500 (EST)
  Thanks to all listmembers who helped me out with tips on where to order, what to order, and even offered to add the parts...
• Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 3 Dec 2022 17:28:58 -0800
  ...My 85 is much easier. > > Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the pressure a bit? I’m...
• Re: Want to paint camper roof
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Tue, 14 May 2002 22:37:07 -0500
  ...I'd like to paint it, and I'm looking for tips: -First, I'm assuming there's no way to restore the current...
• Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 19 Dec 2005 20:49:21 -0500
  ...Ignition Switch Source & Tips > > > > In a message dated 12/19/2005 9:08:02 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, > > Tom@SALICOS.COM writes: > > > > Last...
• Re: Replacing window screens?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:52:08 -0400
  ...I think that finding a nylon mosquito >> screen >> will be fairly easy but I wonder what installation tips someone may >> have >> for >> me....like...
• Moss removal
  Historical mailing list - Todd.Last
  Wed, 18 May 2011 08:57:16 -0700
  Any tips on what is the best way to remove the pacific northwest green moss stuff that likes to try to take hold in...
• '93 Eurovan MV
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 24 Sep 1997 08:45:33 -0400
  I am looking at buying one of these and wondered if there are any tips, pros/cons, concerning the year/model. It looks and...
• '87 Headlight lenses needed...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Tue, 9 May 2000 00:32:55 -0700
  ...Any tips on where to find these would be appreciated! Dan
• rear speakers
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Mon, 20 Mar 2000 06:09:22 -0500
  ...Any tips on tracking down the problem? Woody
• Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Mon, 19 Dec 2005 21:59:27 -0600
  Are the autotransmission starters different than the manual? Could you have the wrong one?{ >>> Tom Salicos <Tom@SALICOS.COM> 12/19/2005 7:28...
• OT - Thanks for suggestions! Was selling a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Howard Allen
  Fri, 16 Jun 2006 10:59:00 -0400
  Guys; Thanks for the tips!!! Best Regards Howard Allen S. Portland, Maine "Incompetents invariably make trouble for people other than themselves." - Larry McMurtry
• Re: Tips? Toronto to Calgary through Canada
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 15:17:56 -0400
  ...Trying to keep > driving around 10 hours a day. > > Any tips on places to stay, eat, brief stops along the way, things to > avoid...
• Fuel Filter location on Syncro!
  Historical mailing list - Andy Morse
  Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:00:33 -0400
  ...Why would they put the filter there? Thanks for the tips on where to look. On the syncro it's located behind a steel...
• Re: Replacing window screens?
  Historical mailing list - Cullen Stewart
  Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:10:38 -0400
  ...I think that finding a nylon mosquito screen > will be fairly easy but I wonder what installation tips someone may have > for > me....like...
• Re: Burning Man Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 14 Aug 2003 14:38:50 -0700
  ...Burning Man Tips? I'm taking my Westfalia out to Burning Man for the first time this year (not my first time at BM...
• Re: Belt replacement tips???
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sun, 25 Nov 2007 13:24:07 -0800
  Thanks for the tips, Scott and Jerry. Since the A/C currently does not work, I might just leave that belt off for now...
• Re: 88* Pre-ignition problems
  Historical mailing list - Harley Thomas
  Tue, 20 Aug 1996 08:37:49 +-200
  ...88* Pre-ignition problems Hi Dan & Tim, Thanks for the tips. In answer to your questions: The problem with the pre-ignition started recently...
• Vacuum line question again
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 12 May 2022 20:45:29 -0400
  ...want to change the vacuum lines on a 1.9 ignition set up what would I need? Hoping someone has some tips. Eric Caron
• Re: WE PASSED! And ... Re: 10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled Vanagon camper
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 7 Oct 2015 19:59:06 -0700
  it's a good news.... congrats.... now go camping and stop worrying... :-)
• Seals on automatic differential
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 11 Jul 2010 09:55:38 -0700
  Does anyone have any experience replacing these themselves? Any tips, tricks, traps, warnings? Or should I punt this one and have it done by...
• Parts Needed Dome Lights
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:12:18 -0600
  ...Any tips? Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo' 73 Beetle
• Re: Brake MC r&r..Gotchas?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 7 Feb 2009 14:34:05 -0500
  Thanks, I'm set now with the Vanagonauts tips supplied. Still get 'Squat' using Mike's tip to search the list archives.. anyhow... thanks...
• Re: I'm doomed, I'm doomed!!!
  Historical mailing list - k1cajun
  Wed, 29 Mar 2000 07:25:35 -0600
  Marc Perdue wrote: > I'll be needing some smaller items > and some tips on how to get old duct tape adhesive off (grrrr!). rubbing...
• gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Justin Wolfe
  Mon, 21 May 2001 10:22:18 -0400
  Anyone have some effective tips for getting the gas mileage up on my van. I'm currently getting 13 mpg around town. 84 westy...
• gasket removal tips?
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Fri, 10 Nov 2006 13:20:57 -0700
  Besides careful scraping, are there any hints to getting the old gasket off the oil sump and the case of the final drive portion...
• Re: Still learning, tips from others are very helpful
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 8 Aug 2015 08:53:01 -0400
  ...It is great sharing these tips. > At the Falcon ridge folk Festival I camped with a friend who has a > 86 Vanagon. During our...
• Re: Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 19 Dec 2005 12:49:01 -0500
  ...What is a good brand, >> source, and are there any special tips for a DIY'er? >> >> Thanks >> >> Tom Salicos >> '87 Syncro Westy EG-33 >> >
• Windshield washer tank repair questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 13 May 2017 10:07:48 -0400
  ...Should I hear a sprayer motor when the front is engaged? So tips appreciated. Eric Caron 85 GL Auto westfalia
• Rear windo seal replacement tips
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 15 Oct 2016 10:34:23 -0400
  ...So, any tips or suggestions of things I should have done while this window is out? Pretty sure the rear defroster doesn’t work...
• Re: 1.9l WBX to 2.1l WBX Swap Tips? Have a complete 2.1
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 22 Jan 2014 19:11:24 -0500
  ...1.9l WBX to 2.1l WBX Swap Tips? Have a complete 2.1 Found a locally rebuilt 2.1 w/all accessories, exhaust...
• Re: Tips ?
  Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
  Thu, 18 May 2000 14:21:11 -0400
  ...Thursday, May 18, 2000 1:20 PM Subject: [VANAGON] Tips ? >I d like to know your secret advice that you can tell me cause...
• Re: ps rack install tips?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 20 Oct 2005 17:09:34 EDT
  ...Any tips from listers who've done this procedure? >> Undo everything which has to be undone then reverse your steps. Now for the important...
• Vanagon Sunroof cables and parts?
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:18:50 +0000
  ...Thanks for any tips....Markus
• waterboxer fire rings
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sun, 26 Mar 2000 18:30:50 EST
  ...any tips? thanks jason ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
• Re: Pre-purchase inspection tips
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Wed, 14 Apr 2004 05:20:41 -0700
  Try: http://www.vanagon.com/info/articles/buying/bus-buyers-guide/ __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - File online by April 15th http://taxes...
• Front seatbelts not retracting well
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 10:30:32 -0500
  ...Is there a replacable spring or something like that in the mechanism? Thanks for any tips, ...Markus
• Re: Exhaust manifold blown - rusted bolts...tips?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 2 Jun 2007 15:04:21 -0400
  ...Exhaust manifold blown - rusted bolts...tips? Hello listees, So I foolishly thought it would be a simple fix... I have a leak in my...
• RE: A.C. causing van to die
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Wed, 26 Jun 1996 10:29:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Any tips? Is >this normal due to the small engine and large requirements of the air >conditioner? I would appreciate any tips!!!! I'm...
• Re: clutch time, reccomendations/tips?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:29:16 -0500
  ...does anyone have any tips? I'm > > thinking of the cheaper kit on van-cafe > > because that $60 difference is a lot to us...
• Air Con fuse/s
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Thu, 4 Aug 2016 22:01:50 -0700
  Location? Tips? Warnings? Please/thanks! -- Neil2 '82 Diesel Westfalia (Ducky) '86 Vanagon (SaVannah) '08 170" 2500 Mega Roof Sprinter (Moby) '90 Westfalia Subagon Fulltiming...
• Hints on replacing water pump ??
  Historical mailing list - John Brown
  Tue, 19 Nov 1996 11:41:09 -0800 (PST)
  ...Does anybody have any hints or tips that might facilitate repair? Thanks, John Brown
• Power steering update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 8 Apr 2019 12:52:05 -0400
  ...I have a update and tips are wanted. Last weekend we started up the van to bring it out of hibernation. It seemed quiet...
• Thoughts on Master and slave clutch Cylinder replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 8 Apr 2025 15:34:35 -0400
  ...So, tips on any best parts or related items to have on hand are appreciated. I may be able to do this with a...
• Re: List Tips-worth reading!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 31 May 2012 10:32:29 -0700
  ...Re: [VANAGON] List Tips-worth reading! <snip> Since my other three lists are Yahoo! lists they also arrange themselves by list and then by...
• Re: replacing brake lines
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 3 Aug 2009 15:06:23 -0400
  No specific tips, but I've got a mental note to try this stuff should I ever need to do the job: http://www...
• vanagon power steering lines
  Historical mailing list - Alan Cote
  Fri, 4 Apr 2003 16:15:36 EST
  ...Also, any other tips on bleeding the system beyond what Sir Bentley says? Many thanks -- Alan Cote
• Re: 88 GL: Changing coolant distributor- Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Tue, 15 Feb 2005 10:14:12 -0800
  ...Changing coolant distributor- Tips? > > Hi Folks, > So I'm changing the cracked coolant distributor today, and am looking > to find a way not to...
• Wanted: Engine cleaning tips
  Historical mailing list - Dom
  Fri, 17 Sep 1999 01:38:15 +1000
  Does anyone have a good technique for cleaning a vanagon engine without getting water all over the place I take it a high pressure...
• Re: coolant change
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Sat, 12 Oct 2002 05:47:49 -0700
  I wanted to thank all for the great tips on how to do this job. I will probably do it next weekend. Pat Callaghan...
• Re: Temp II sensor questions
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
  Sat, 1 Nov 2003 19:08:33 EST
  Volks, Thanks for the tips will be installing tomorrow as well as my first oil change and clutch slave cyl, and general inspection. Thanks...
• wet spark plugs
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 17:54:09 -0500
  ...br clear=all><hr> <a href="http://g.msn.com/8HMAENUS/2746??PS=">Winterize your home with tips from MSN House & Home.</a> </html>