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• Re: Ladder sold
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:56:58 -0400
  Or an original VW split window exterior folding ladder that mounts on the gutter rail/wheel for $450-500. I have the "Hot Dog...
• Re: What in the Wide, Wide World of Sports is a Weekender?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 24 Jul 1996 19:29:53 -0400
  ...This is accomplished by folding the middle > seatbacks forward, folding the rear seat flat so the seat cushions > face upward, and a VW furnished...
• tan captains chairs w/ adjustable armrests/swival seat fyi's
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 11 Aug 1999 14:05:29 EDT
  ...1987 was the ONLY year that the TAN velour vanagon front seats ("captains chairs" as some call them) had the folding ADJUSTABLE armrests. just...
• Re: roof top tent
  Historical mailing list - Paul Archibald
  Tue, 25 Mar 2003 22:01:58 -0800
  ...We > once a long while > ago used a Air Camping folding tent in our trip thrugh > out Europe and the > Middle East and it...
• Re: Westy top bunk
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Mon, 22 Mar 1999 19:48:52 -0700
  ...BILL <billv2@prodigy.net> >Hi Volks, I'm looking for a Westy top bunk--mattress and folding plywood >piece with hardware. Anyone know where...
• sliding seats?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff or Tamara Nelson
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 23:06:15 -0600
  ...took me about a year before I knew I had a folding bed! Maybe there are others who don't know what they're...
• Last call for bits and pieces, cheap
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 22 Sep 2002 23:04:07 EDT
  ...I have 2 vanagon windshields, 2 bucket front seats and one folding rear seat, perhaps a z-bed? (metal scissors type frame) All seats...
• Re: Folding Mid Seat
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Jul 2003 11:03:42 EDT
  In a message dated 7/21/03 7:51:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time, alpine@INSIGHTBB.COM writes: > I have some covers for the...
• Re: Cardboard under rear cushion
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 10:21:30 -0700
  ...I carry one of the folding boxes that are normally used for storage of paper records. Designed to fold flat, fast to assemble, easy...
• back seat
  Historical mailing list - Mark M. Schirmer
  Wed, 13 Dec 1995 17:14:54 -0500 (EST)
  ...blue velour, folding, but not weekender-bed type also: a custom gizmo to cover the rear storage area, like a window blind, but horizontal...
• PS: Newsletter at the printer, folding party this weekend.
  Historical mailing list - Jim DiGennaro
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 19:41:48 -0400
  PS: FOrgot to mention, Historic Valley Campground is in North Adams, Mass. Same place I hold Transporters By The Tunnel. Hope to see you...
• Re: Fancy Dash at Eurocampers.com
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Mon, 1 Oct 2001 05:34:04 EDT
  In a message dated 10/1/01 1:50:46 AM Pacific Daylight Time, FrankGRUN@AOL.COM writes: << I got the folding map table...
• 1984
  Historical mailing list - Darrel Combs
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 19:50:16 -0400
  ...seats you come get them you can have them!! rear non-folding seat middle seat both blue steel wheels free!!! all this free stuff...
• stuff for sale cheap
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Aug 2002 11:57:05 EDT
  ...one (i may have the missing armrest somewhere), 2 windshields, one folding rear seat (perhaps a z-bed?) in blue grid pattern (metal scissors...
• Re: Product review: folding lug wrench
  Historical mailing list - Morrison, Peter
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 08:08:06 -0000
  -----Original Message----- From: Mark Belanger [mailto:belanger@FLUID.COM] Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2003 8:04 AM Please remove/take me off your list...
• Syncro Opinions sought
  Historical mailing list - Stewart, Donna
  Mon, 22 Sep 2003 08:24:01 -0700
  Looked at 1987 Syncro (regular van, not camper); extremely clean, 160,000 miles, regularly maintained, white w/tan interior, does have folding weekender bed...
• Re: WTB: Folding Rear Bench/Bed Frame (hardware under the seat)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Couture
  Sun, 15 Aug 2004 22:28:38 -0700
  The frame of my rear bench buckled under a heavy load of plywood I was carrying and I'm really hoping to replace it...
• Re: WANTED: replacement interior
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 05:40:09 EDT
  ...Keep in mind that there are two types of folding bench/bed that people refer to as "Weekender" benches. The Vanagon GL Weekender & Carat...
• Re: Cleaning out the garage
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 21 Sep 1997 00:14:58 -0400
  do you have an extra folding middle seat for a Vanagon? if you do, give me a quote, and i'll think about it...
• F.S. tan velour vanagon front seats w/ armrests, also middle seat
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 25 Nov 1999 19:55:48 EST
  ...tan velour vanagon front seats w/ folding armrests (captains chairs) fit all vw vans from '78-'91. good upgrade for '80-'84 vanagons and...
• Re: Trim Levels
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Tue, 9 Jan 2001 21:41:49 -0500
  ...There is also a folding side table integrated into the side wall (equipped with folding cupholders). There is a a single rear facing non...
• Re: doing the upper bunk fold down two step
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Mon, 9 Mar 2026 09:27:41 -0500
  ...I will look at hinges while folding out the bunk. Seems to be a lot of side to side and diagonal play but like...
• Re: poo powder and related
  Historical mailing list - turbowesty
  Thu, 6 Oct 2011 15:02:54 -0400
  ...Their folding toilet also looks good, I like the idea of being able to save space. Regards, Peter Kraiker nextchapter.kraikerphoto.com Toronto, ON...
• Re: Description of coveted cupholder sought/Floor mat question
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 13:31:03 -0700
  ...huh? > The cupholder we were all talking about is the folding variety which does > only one thing. It holds cups (or other similar cylindrical...
• seats and blue interior for sale, 4 speed, etc - Seattle
  Historical mailing list - Hansa Leader
  Tue, 22 Oct 2002 11:55:20 -0700
  ...need a complete blue interior for their van? from a 1985. Folding armrests, non adjusting. Also brown vinyl seats from an 84. Also a...
• Westy friendly step stool
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 15 May 2003 08:27:37 -0700
  I found this nice plastic folding step stool at the local hardware and I thought that I'd let you guys know about it...
• QT Video of New Microbus From Germany
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Thu, 2 Mar 2006 18:28:17 -0500
  ...It visually shows all the ideas they had at the time, camping system, foldout walls, folding seats that become stairs to go the upper...
• Re: My Poptop Front Screen DIY Replacement (pics)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 7 May 2011 09:07:13 -0500
  ...I can see how adhesive rigor > mortis might not be cool. (repeated tent folding) > > D-oh! > > Shoulda used the Fabri Tac. Used it on...
• folding wheel step
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Thu, 5 Feb 2004 09:37:42 -0500
  I just bought one of these and I'd like to say http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=32044 what a...
• Re: Ugh, it finally happened after @50K on new engine...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 9 Feb 2004 14:43:56 -0700
  ...Fortunately both vehicles had sturdy bumper mounts,not the folding tinfoil and plastic of today, otherwise it would have been worse... So far the...
• Re: Help! Cant get folding table to open !! :o)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:34:16 -0500
  Yes, you can get them from the dealer. You may be able to get them from list vendors. I'd get a used one...
• Re: [vanagon] Folding support for stove lid
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 09:16:07 -0700
  ...Friday, July 23, 2004 11:11 PM Subject: [vanagon] Folding support for stove lid > Mine is broken and I can't find them in...
• Re: Interior panel & folding table for 90 Syncro multivan
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Thu, 17 Oct 2013 13:14:27 -0700
  ...I am in Corvallis, OR. > I also have the folding Carat Back seat in Grey. Yes, it is shorter > than the 7 passenger seat...
• Re: 87 syncro weekender for sale -- needs engine work
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 06:17:18 -0500
  ...87 syncro weekender for sale -- needs engine work > John asketh: > > Don't Weekenders have pot-up tops??? > > Negative, ghostrider. > > Weekenders have folding beds, fold...
• Re: DRIVER SIDE GRAB HANDLE
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Edwards
  Fri, 28 May 2021 11:35:23 -0500
  While we’re on the subject of older folks and the challenge of climbing in to our wagons… Has anyone found a good, folding...
• ---More stuff---
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Mon, 20 Aug 2001 10:44:56 -0500
  ...lights, black assist straps ( handles) for the rear seat area, side folding table, as well as other missellanious sundries. Talk to me----- ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ~~~ ~||-(())----(())-| Terry-- 74...
• rear seat conversion???
  Historical mailing list - systemsfarm
  Wed, 28 Apr 2004 21:49:23 -0700
  Hi listee's My 85 Vanagon has the forward folding rear seat, but I would like to convert to the weekender bed package. Can...
• Re: 85 Weekender FS
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 18 Apr 2009 13:02:12 -0400
  ...to Vanagon "Weekender Package" is to hard-top Vanagons with a folding rear seat and engine compartment cushion for sleeping. http://www.thesamba.com...
• Re: Product review: folding lug wrench / It's Wonderful!!!
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 12:18:33 -0800
  I broke my folding lug wrench and it almost took my back with it, these are toooo soft i have a cross wrench now...
• FW: eBay item#255171912: VW Vanagon 2 person Middle seat
  Historical mailing list - Cort, Joel
  Tue, 8 Feb 2000 14:13:12 -0500
  ...The passenger side end of the seat has a folding armrest, two individually folding seat backs, and has the Wolfsburg velvet upholstery. I have...
• Re: Amateur radio antenna mount for Vanagon dual band/tri-band
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 11 Jun 2013 03:43:14 -0400
  ...That was a great place for a pushbutton folding CB mount that RS no longer offer. You could reach out the window and fold...
• Re: NVC but something new from VW that would go well with a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 1 Oct 2010 09:36:44 -0700
  ...VW folding electric bike Saw that a couple of months ago and I swear it's the same bike that I found on another...
• FS 87 Syncro GL in $6500
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 16:32:23 EDT
  1987 Syncro GL w/ Weekender folding bed. Blue in color. Owner/mechanic rebuilt transmission himself. PA title. Minor seem rust near the door. A...
• FS new toy
  Historical mailing list - steven brendemuehl
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 07:32:30 -0400
  ...In the back is the folding bed. Im asking $800 It is located in westerville, ohio. if interested email me or give me a...
• Re: [vanagon] primary vehicle strategies????
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 12 Apr 2005 21:17:29 -0500
  ...water, and a pile of powerbars. > > anybody ever make an affordable folding bicycle that would fit under > the rear seat?? > and not kill you...
• Re: Rear bench seat folding
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:46:16 -0700
  ...Rear bench seat folding > > >> Are all the rear bench seats able to fold over flat? That's the >> impression I had but tried it...
• upper bunk hangs up
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:49:02 -0400
  The upper bunk on my 85 Westy hangs up about half way when folding it out. I then have to fold it back part...
• Re: "weekender" parts
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 21 Aug 1997 02:40:06 -0400
  ...The neat folding cup holders break off easily and I am in need of 2 or 3 of them. Anyone know where they can...
• Re: Cup Holders
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Thu, 8 Jul 1999 20:30:06 EDT
  ...Camco makes a folding cup holder that's very similar to the original Vanagon cup holders. I've got four in my Westfalia - further...
• Wolfsburg FS.
  Historical mailing list - (Christopher j. Pierce)
  Sun, 9 Jan 2000 19:28:16 EST
  ...w a/c p/l p/m. etc...weekend camping package. folding table, curtains, removable jump seats. etc. .......................... New GEX motor 13000 miles ago...
• Camper Conversion Kits...
  Historical mailing list - Perry Pillard
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 07:35:38 -0800
  ...any type of van? Some place that sells pop-tops, stoves, folding beds and the like. I was toying with the idea of building...
• Re: Product review: folding lug wrench
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 09:19:31 -0700
  "This page is not available. We're sorry, but this page is currently unavailable for viewing. If this site belongs to you, please read...
• Re: [vanagon] primary vehicle strategies????
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 13 Apr 2005 07:55:41 -0700
  ...Stephen --- Joel Walker <jwalker17@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote: > > > > A bicycle, water, and a pile of powerbars. > > anybody ever make an affordable folding bicycle that > would...
• Re: rear facing seats for vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 29 Nov 2005 12:07:05 -0500
  ...Maybe a folding wooden front porch swing type seat would work, facing rear.Mount it right behind the front seats. I dont like shouting...
• Two Later Model Vanagons FS in Philly Area
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 18:27:22 EDT
  ...A/C, P/S, P/mirror, 7-passenger with rear seat/bed, and folding middle seat. 4-speed. Alot of new parts in this...
• Re: Under the rear folding seat
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 11 Jul 2012 20:34:17 -0700
  RE: Finding Stuff Alongside The Rear Seat My step son lost his wallet on a trip in my '85, no sign of it in...
• VW TREASURE HUNT CONTEST, PHASE I (TREASURE HUNT ITEMS)
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Tue, 11 Nov 1997 02:38:02 -0600
  ...Weekender-style folding table, and side panels for driver's and passenger's sides. C. Engine compartment foam cushion for use with rear folding...
• Re: Camp stove input requested
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 20:54:54 +0000
  ...storage >3-seater rear bench folding to >Removable 110/12 Volt Ice Box >Second 12 volt battery >Folding side table, integrated >Cupholders for passengers...
• Pop too install 81 with staples
  Historical mailing list - David Parsons
  Sat, 4 Oct 2014 12:49:28 -0400
  ...I'm planning on just folding the width of the plastic strip. Any one have any experience with this top install? Thanks, Dave Sent...
• Westy top bunk
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 18:22:11 -0700
  Hi Volks, I'm looking for a Westy top bunk--mattress and folding plywood piece with hardware. Anyone know where I can get one...