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Re: Starter Woes - '88GL
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:19:51 -0700
...Could be another ground problem somewhere, or the starter > itself. > > I need educating on starter trouble shooting, maintenance, R&R and > Starter Tips and...
Re: Asheville NC area camping suggestions please
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:20:04 -0400
...And any good tips on bike routes!!! > > There are 3 objectives to this trip... one is testing out my Vanagon for > upcoming long trips...
Re: blinking coolant light solution
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 14 Feb 2011 10:10:30 -0600
...Sure enough the probe tips were coated with a > dark slime. Wiped it off and all is well. Greg, you probably already have a...
Re: Ceramic Brakes Pads
Historical mailing list - T Collins
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:13:40 -0400
Hi guys, I do not have much to contribute except that I am watching this emails for new tips on front brakes. Could you...
Re: steel coolant pipes 82 diesel Westy
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 7 Nov 2009 01:43:31 -0500
...Any tips on this? Also, this is being done with the engine and tranny out. Is it even possible to remove and replace these...
Re: Shifter lube and adjustment
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:50:01 -0400
...I've heard it can be a bit tricky > getting things working right again after disturbing the adjustments. > > If anyone has any tips and...
Re: Puddles inside the bus
Historical mailing list
Sat, 4 Mar 1995 20:54:39 -0600
...Sigh, I know it's gonna cost me...does anyone have tips on >>where to get the seals cheap? I've found a good...
Re: For Sale 1.9TDI
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Mon, 8 Mar 1999 18:04:22 -0500
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: Replacing the lower ball joints on my 82, Help!
Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
Mon, 30 Aug 1999 15:38:55 -0600
...Gary On Wed, 25 Aug 1999, Dan Q wrote: > Hello, > > Does anyone have any pointers/tips/advice for replacing the lower ball > joints on...
Re: More Van Rollover news
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Tue, 10 Apr 2001 01:22:46 -0700
...Any overloaded van is tipsy, but an overloaded van with car tires? That could skew any accident statistics. Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "Terry...
Re: Westy water tank key
Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
Tue, 16 Mar 2004 20:51:12 -0600
...Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith Steve's Lock Shoppe '84 Wolfsburg Westy '79 Transporter '00 New Beetle _________________________________________________________________ Get tax tips, tools and access to IRS...
Re: Removing the rear heater
Historical mailing list - Doug in CA
Sun, 11 Apr 2004 16:39:50 -0700
...Any ideas what to do about the coolant feed hoses? > Any tips or warnings? > > > > Cheers, > > > > Kirk
Re: Need referral to replacing short FI hose (between injectors and fuel rail)
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 5 Sep 2005 17:37:35 -0500
...Need referral to replacing short FI hose (between injectors and fuel rail) > Hi, > > I am trouble finding tips/references for replacing the short FI...
Info/Tips on Moving a Westy Across Country
Historical mailing list - Dusty Edwards
Thu, 17 Aug 2006 07:59:44 -0700
I haven't posted to the list in a good while now. I found out about a month ago that i'm moving to...
Re: Parking near New York City
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Sun, 15 Jul 2007 22:51:26 -0700
...pay for parking and get a hotel. Thanks ! Shawn P.S. Tips to avoid crazy stop-n-go traffic on the way in/out...
Re: Gas Saving Tips
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Thu, 10 Mar 2011 10:13:58 -0500
...Hope it helps us all. > > John > ***************** > > TIPS ON PUMPING GAS > I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... but here in...
Re: Replaced driver's side front window seals. Report...
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sun, 7 Jun 2015 19:40:04 -0700
...Boy, what a royal pain in the butt this was! I'll include some useful tips in a minute, but first, after I got...
Re: Radiator part 2 Disappointment
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:49:57 -0600
...Title> > Hopefully the next one arrives shipped more safely packed. > > Any tips on putting in the sensor in the new radiator or how you...
Re: Tips or Hints for Replacing Power Steering Racks?
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
Thu, 16 Aug 2007 13:00:25 -0700
...with Dextron. >> >> I figure this to be about a 3 hour job...... >> >> Anyone have any tips and advice? Are there any on-line descriptions...
westfalia restoration articles from HOT VWs (1968-1979 buses)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Tue, 10 May 94 17:54:16 CDT
...gauges just below the radio slot) ??? , smoother slidedoor (one page of tips) ??? , CV Science (understanding and servicing constant velocity joints) and some other junk...
Re: P/S into air cooled Van?
Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
Thu, 13 Mar 1997 13:10:42 -0600 (CST)
...If anyone has amy tips on this I would appeciate them. Eric Zeno <emz@nauticom.net> 86 VW-4x4 86 GL For Sale (Pgh...
Re: SA 5-speed transmission
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Thu, 13 May 1999 21:25:32 -0700
...SA 5-speed transmission > I'm looking for anyone who has installed the 5-spd SA transmission for > tips and tricks about installing this...
Re: Eurovan on Ebay with unique option
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Sat, 29 Jan 2000 18:11:53 -0500
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
Need help of South African listmember
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Fri, 28 Jan 2000 14:45:39 -0500
...http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning *********************************************
to all
Historical mailing list - Sam Josovitz
Sat, 8 Jan 2000 21:06:07 EST
...and a little in pa if anyone has any hints or tips that would be great well thanks again for your help i am...
rust spot on sliding window opening
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sat, 5 Feb 2000 20:55:29 -0800
...went back in without too much bother (see Joel Walker's tips in the archive section of gerry.vanagon.com). So, a warning all...
Re: Driving & camping in Mexico
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Fri, 1 Sep 2000 08:14:07 -0700
...Driving & camping in Mexico > We will be heading down to Mexico soon and would appreciate any tips on > good Mexican vehicle insurance to buy...
Re: Question??
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Thu, 11 Jul 2002 07:16:24 -0700
...Make sure the nuts are clean and dry, even in the threaded holes (use q-tips). Then put a continuous bead of the yellow...
Re: Opinions on Bilstein vs. KYB shocks desired
Historical mailing list - Mary Barbara
Wed, 7 Jul 2004 13:16:05 +0000
...I'll be getting a front and rear set for >my 89 westy. > >Thanks, > >caverat >89 westy _________________________________________________________________ MSN Life Events gives you the tips...
Re: sucks in snow!
Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
Thu, 1 Dec 2005 22:35:49 -0500
Not sure if anyone has said this or not yet, but I'm a l'il tipsy, so please excuse the repetition. Go to...
replacement faucet? (see pics)
Historical mailing list - chris
Sun, 16 Apr 2006 17:48:39 -0700
...as nice as it would be to have) thanks for any tips, suggestions, or misc tomfoolery. ps - obviously ive made some steps also toward...
Installing Rear Hatch Struts?
Historical mailing list - Chris Paquette
Sun, 17 Dec 2006 12:09:51 -0800
...If anyone has done this, I appreciate any "how to" tips. Also, GoWesty sounds like they have good struts... http://www.gowesty.com/ec...
Re: Rear window removal tips?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:24:36 -0500
...could cut the rubber but if it is removed without playing with sharp knives that would be nice. >> >> Tips are greatly appreciated. >> >> Eric Caron
Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
Historical mailing list - David McNeely
Mon, 6 Apr 2020 11:42:59 -0700
...There should be > > tips on that in archives. If the steel pipes on engine are not heavily > > pitted (thin at spots) from corrosion, strip...
Re: Separating the Engine Case. Any tips?
Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:16:32 -0800
...Any tips? Okay, so how do I get the pistons off? I see the wrist pin has to be pulled thought the water pump...
Re: Instrument dash lights not working
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:03:06 -0700
...Flashing sound was normal. > > So, only the dash instrument lights left to sort out. > > Tips appreciated. > > This on my 85 GL with original foil...
Power Steering help request
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 11 Nov 2018 15:40:03 -0500
...the system from a small leak or is there more I need to do? tips and info are greatly appreciated. Eric 85 GL Auto
Re: Adding a new refrigerator
Historical mailing list - Gmail
Sat, 9 Nov 2013 11:23:12 -0800
Great thing about purchasing accessories from Karl is he provides excellent customer service, real world install tips and troubleshooting advice should the need arise...
Re: 1.5'' diameter steel coolant lines from Van Cafe
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:44:27 -0800
...I would appreciate > any tips or learnings. > > +nirav >
Re: replacing hoses on oil cooler
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 9 May 2011 23:45:22 -0400
...Seems like I remember people saying to cut the hoses and remove the oil cooler to do it? Any other critical tips? Is it...
Re: Travel Tips-TX to Brooklyn NY and back via East Coast-NVC
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Sat, 12 Jun 2010 07:34:37 -0700
If you find yourself near Annapolis, Maryland, a slight detour to the east end of the Bay Bridge (just east of Annapolis) on Kent...
Re: Tips on reducing HC during emissions test
Historical mailing list - Tom Young
Wed, 26 Aug 1998 14:47:43 -0700
On Wed, 26 Aug 1998, kenneth d lewis wrote: > Greetings all; > Here are some of the suggestions I have received, please send +/-s. > 1...
Proud New Owner needs roof rack tips
Historical mailing list - Christine Castigliano
Tue, 27 Oct 1998 12:05:04 -0700
Thanks to everybody on this list for making my six-month search for a Westy so rewarding and educational. The excellent help folks gave...
Re: Front speakers - 85' GL
Historical mailing list - joe brown
Sun, 2 Mar 2003 01:47:19 -0800
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Re: valve adjustment question
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Sun, 9 Mar 2003 19:55:16 -0800
...list feel that 2 > turns is too much. > > Larry A. __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
1981 dropped window in door
Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
Tue, 20 Apr 2004 11:56:18 -0700
OK, thank you everyone for those tips I got on my previous post. I got the panel off just fine. The window has the...
Syncro lower control arm bushing tips?
Historical mailing list - Tim King
Thu, 26 Aug 2004 19:59:28 -0700
So, my hand was called. I've been sitting on a big pile of front suspension parts and avoiding dealing with them. Now I...
Re: 86 Westie - clunking driver window, clunking side windows
Historical mailing list
Wed, 13 Jul 2005 12:34:50 EDT
...chased down every rattle and hum so would > very much appreciate tips on how to nail these last three noises. > > Thanks, > > > maybe youre just...
Re: Road Trip *Yippie!*
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Thu, 28 Apr 2005 09:27:41 -0600
...Good routes through New Mexico? Any campouts along the way? Safety tips? (I won't be staying in rest stops!)" How exciting, Diana! If...
Bus Depot passenger pocket install advice
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 3 Dec 2014 17:45:07 -0500
...thanks for any tips. I didn’t find any install instructions for my purchases. I’m working on it this week as i have...
Re: Camping tips and tricks
Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
Sat, 11 Feb 2006 14:26:01 -0500
I noticed that the drivers side front door has an air vent channel that goes the entire width of the door(42",I think...
Needed: Headlight plugs/wires for 7" rounds
Historical mailing list - James Ballen
Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:14:13 -0700
...but if you have any tips or can help source the parts above, please let me know. best, james '86 wolfy westy
Re: Wiper Arm Question-any source for a replacement rear wiper spring?
Historical mailing list - mdrillock
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:22:01 -0700
...Haven't been able to the > the old one off. > > Anybody got any tips and tricks?? > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver > > JordanVw@AOL.COM...
Re: Sliding door question
Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
Wed, 6 Jun 2018 08:03:41 -0600
...So it is hopefully similar. > > Any tips are appreciated. > > I will want to clean up the track under the outer shield as I can...
Re: Gas Tank refresh tank prep?
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Fri, 9 Sep 2022 14:03:19 -0700
...are needed to complete the > refresh so won’t be doing the change until I have everything. > > Tips on tank prep appreciated. > > Eric Caron >
Re: 13 watt helical bulb in bus
Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
Thu, 29 Jun 2006 11:47:47 -0700
...It comes with a bunch of tips to fit all sizes of DC inlets on laptops, and has a switch to select the desired...
another question on exhaust
Historical mailing list - David E Most
Sat, 20 Jul 1996 12:40:47 -0400
...Any tips on getting to those bolts? THanks for any help. david
Re: "Westfalia" DECAL install tips?
Historical mailing list - Odyssey Stickers
Thu, 1 Apr 1999 18:21:49 +0000
I think the crinkled texture is an effect on the older fiberglass tops. Sun, weather I don't know. I sanded one down once...
Re: Westy Front table survey & new tops?
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Mon, 19 Apr 1999 18:59:57 -0400
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: Sticky Sliding Door Rubber Seal
Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
Wed, 15 Mar 2000 10:20:40 -0800
...Any quick > suggestion for what to apply to help the matter? > > > Thanks for any tips -- sciman@csupomona.edu > [text/html]