Search messages and discussions

Search preserved mailing-list messages and current email and website contributions. Current posts are searchable before weekly archival. Recovery gaps remain possible. Words are matched together; try fewer terms if needed.

Page 55+: 60 results shown for Rear side window.

Source-balanced relevance: matches from both collections are interleaved, with source dates breaking ties. Restoration time is not the original posting date.

• Paint colors
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 13 Sep 2022 14:08:45 -0400
  ...curtain set starting to fade - primarily on the >> side >>>>> exposed to the window - rear window curtains being the worst, and so I >>>>> decided to...
• Re: BA-6 installed not a BA4 up front on a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 27 Oct 2002 09:58:33 -0600
  Anyone that does a proper installation of a BA-6 heater with the rear booster fan, heater crossover pipe, drops the fuel tank to...
• Tuesday funnies
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 10 Jan 1995 10:16:54 -0800
  ...with the rear end trouble when my universal joint gave way, causing me to have an accident. I thought my window was down, but...
• NYTimes.com Article: AUTOS ON MONDAY /Collecting: Love Beads Are Gone, but Microbus Beat Goes On
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Mon, 29 Nov 2004 11:27:38 -0500
  ...Enjoy, Sam sam.cooks@verizon.net /--------- E-mail Sponsored by Fox Searchlight ------------\ SIDEWAYS - NOW PLAYING IN SELECT CITIES An official selection of the New...
• Re: Seeking advice for installing poptop seal
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 16 Apr 2014 08:28:56 -0700
  ...And yes, it does shrink a bit, and I used black window sealant to cover the gap. The only thing better about the original...
• Re: '87 Westy FS in NE Ohio
  Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
  Mon, 13 Aug 2001 09:39:37 -0400
  ...things" that he knew weren't working...a bad > driver's side window switch (it was the regulator not the switch) and the > front...
• Re: Power output of actual vans? (long)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 28 Jul 2007 17:07:15 -0700
  ...We looked at the rear drag profile and > undercarriage > sealing. For the rear drag issue, we modeled pressure zone profiles > and put > together three...
• Re: Lockable Cover for the Westy Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 16:20:47 -0700
  ...I expect that it will be hinged in >> the front and accessible from inside the van with the poptop up and the >> window open...
• Re: putting a poptop on a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Tue, 7 Aug 2001 14:39:05 -0700
  ...I think I want to add extra cross supports > at front and rear of this now rather flimsy porthole into my roof. > This is...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sun, 29 Jun 2014 18:31:19 -0300
  ...The early westies just had the trough on the drivers side and a little plastic pelmet over the pass side rear window. The later...
• Re: Vanagon Alternative...just thinking
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 19 May 2022 12:55:11 -0400
  ...I left it with a local shop in Southern Oregon to have the rear wheel bearings replaced and it was stolen from the shop...
• UPDATE RE: leaking cap nut? 1.9er
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bohannan
  Fri, 27 Oct 2017 13:02:40 -0400
  ...The front drivers side is really prone as there is nothing forcing coolant or bleeding at that corner. The right side gets purged anytime...
• Re: My VW saved my life!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 15 Nov 1999 19:52:21 -0800
  ...Every window except for the driver rear was broken, the engine's motor mounts were all sheered off except for one, the front suspension...
• Baja, deluxes and shameless FS (long, not much VW)
  Historical mailing list - Robert King
  Sun, 19 Jan 1997 20:44:15 -0800
  ...The biggest personal reason for taking this job was to find a deluxe bus.......I have bought a 59 23 window deluxe and will...
• Re: Van insolation
  Historical mailing list - Gil Ngai
  Sat, 2 Apr 2022 20:44:16 -0600
  ...the rear engine area, front doors and part of the >>> floors with the Ultimate and then put the VComp over the rear bench. >>> >>> Gil...
• more on 5- and 6-cylinder engines
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
  Mon, 29 Jul 1996 14:15:28 EST
  ...the right hand windows. Also the heat coming out is not as hot as we need, even for the rear passengers. Those are the...
• Re: fresh air intake(s)
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Fri, 8 Nov 2013 22:48:37 -0800
  ...a good volume of fresh air still gets in at the sides of that duct (mouse entry point). �that tiny radiator (heater core) emits...
• Re: Paint colors
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:01:33 -0700
  ...curtain set starting to fade - primarily on the >> >> side >> >>>>> exposed to the window - rear window curtains being the worst, and >> so I >> >>>>> decided to...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 29 Jun 2014 11:59:06 -0700
  ...drivers side and a little >>> plastic pelmet over the pass side rear window. The later westies have a >>> structure on both sides with integral...
• Re: Power output of actual vans? (long)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Sat, 28 Jul 2007 20:00:25 -0400
  ...We looked at the rear drag profile and > > > undercarriage > > > sealing. For the rear drag issue, we modeled pressure zone profiles > > > and put > > > together three...
• Re: Multi gas detector location
  Historical mailing list - Dieseldoofus
  Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:27:41 -0500
  ...I mounted it on the bottom of the upper bunk behind the bench seat, passenger’s side. > On Mar 20, 2017, at 2:20...
• Re: The Ideal Road-Trip vehicle, was Re: The Ideal vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Thu, 16 Oct 2003 21:27:31 -0700
  ...Engine swaps for the westfalia (complex, expensive, unwanted side > effects > like loss of ground clearance or engine intrusion above rear deck) > 2. Light pickup...
• Re: Aluminum door cards
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:40:17 +0000
  ...with moisture, and I have an annoying habit of leaving drivers side window down when parked at home. >>>> >>>> I guess it’s also a...
• '69 VW Bus for sale.
  Historical mailing list - Amit Ronen
  Wed, 11 Oct 1995 23:35:11 -0700
  ...The front brakes are new (including new pads, hoses, and wheel cylinders) and the rear brakes are newish. The clutch is also brand spankin...
• Firestarter Fitting Strikes Again!
  Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:12:24 +0000
  ...At the very least make sure you carry some FI line with you and clamps so you can repair on the side of the...
• Re: Newbie >>>> Intro .. sorry ... LONG
  Historical mailing list - Data Services
  Thu, 22 Nov 2001 20:12:53 -0500
  ...New Tires & Shocks - Bridgestone LT Reinforced sidewall & KYB Gas Shocks - DONE 3. Rubber, as in hoses replacement - to be done 4. Awning / Shady Boy...
• Re: Oil cooler, D-pillar, Syncro - question
  Historical mailing list - GMac999
  Mon, 10 Nov 2008 20:35:56 -0600
  ...My suggestion is to build a separate inlet on the driver's side with an aftermarket air scoop and get a heating and cooling...
• Re: [Syncro] Subject: getting cooler air to the front in a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Thu, 29 Jun 2006 13:51:51 -0700
  ...getting cooler air to > the > > > front in a Westy > > > > > > > > Has anyone ever tried plumbing the rear A/C > vent > > > into the side vents > > > > above...
• Re: GMC Motorhomes - Friday - NVC
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 20 Jul 2007 14:57:35 -0400
  ...all kinds of colors and various conditions, Awnings, Window screens, >>modifications, names painted on the sides, vanity plates, etc. I mention >>this because they...
• Re: Anyone ever use standard awning rails on a vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:16:49 -0600
  ...You could even put one on > each side and just zip on one side of the bus or the other. Not a > Big deal...
• Re: Headliner
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 18 Apr 2006 18:51:28 -0500
  ...Take out all the screws, leaving the rear center for last. When this comes out, the center will drop and you'll be holding...
• Re: Van insolation
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 4 Apr 2022 08:40:29 -0400
  The stuff I applied to the inside of my driver’s door sagged and interfered with the window winding mechanism but has been fine...
• Re: Leaving the forum, sold my 88 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 30 Jul 2013 09:37:47 -0400
  ...had rust rot in the footstep drivers side, > electrical gremlins in the head lights and power windows/ locks, and rust > under the a 6...
• Re: :( Matt's Schwimmwagen Westy, update ( LONG )
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Thu, 9 Sep 1999 17:05:18 -0400
  ...body damage other than one minor dent in side almost unnoticeable and the aforementioned rear valance/bumper. Who knows underneath but looks a lot...
• Re: OT Fri. more on my Poor Man's Syncro (Astro/Safari) a sort of review..long
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 14:46:12 -0700
  ...actually reach across my Vanagon to lower the manual window on the passenger side when I am driving....have to loosen the seat belt...
• BBTA report (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
  Wed, 9 Sep 1998 13:57:31 +0000
  ...The Texans had designed a bracket for the driver's side window to house a window unit air conditioner to be used while camping...
• Happy Friday, Rear brake adjustment.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 2 Sep 2022 14:06:10 +0000
  ...rear. Yes some of that decision was likely based on cost, except for the self-adjusters these brakes are carryovers from the bay windows...
• Re: Buying advice
  Historical mailing list - Bernie
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:07:49 -0700
  ...so far is: >> Missing Passanger side quarter window >> Sun Cracks in the dash from missing Passanger side quarter window (It will >> likely get the...
• Re: Early vanagon slider handle rear interior location
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:41:21 -0400
  ...Does anyone out there know of a source? Or, anyone up for making some? Is it the same on the bay windows? Maybe a...
• Re: Where to buy Limbo Hatch Stick?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Luke
  Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:43:03 -0700
  ...doesn't warrant opening the rear hatch, I've >> installed a >> > slider on the back right side window. It opens about 8 inches - nice...
• Re: Poptop Canvas Install
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Sun, 24 Apr 2011 14:24:22 -0700
  ...could have for this one is the side zippers are a little flimsy and the front window zipper is a little awkward. I also...
• Fw: Everything is Relative (and so are some people)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
  Tue, 21 Sep 1999 10:22:10 -0500
  ...He had a metal ammo box filled with tools even though he once had to call a tow truck for a rear flat because...
• want ads from LiMBO ... For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 27 Jul 95 23:11:18 CDT
  ...1968-up Van side tent. orange/blue stripe. exc cond. $400 neg. will swap for a vanagon tent. also, coca-cola cooler. makes exc...
• Re: rear view mirror swap?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 18 Aug 96 00:54:53 CDT
  ...Do the electric side mirrors utilize the same mounting >holes on the door as the non-electric type (which is what I have)? My...
• Re: ATTENTION ALL//STICKER PROCEDES-----> INTO FUND RAISER FOR GERRY UPGRADE?
  Historical mailing list - Ron Bloomquist
  Fri, 10 Mar 2000 07:22:54 -0800
  ...They will look at us HOPEFULLY, wiping grease off their hands, then spot our shiny vanagon sticker in our rear window and..... RUN! Opps...
• Re: Manual Transmission Drive Flange Seal
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 12 Aug 2014 07:56:58 -0400
  ...think the seal you have is for the rear wheel bearings. > > > Dennis > > > > > > > > > Sent from Windows Mail > > > > > > From: Michael Magnani > Sent: ‎Sunday‎, ‎August‎ ‎10‎, ‎2014...
• Re: new '97 ev camper q's
  Historical mailing list - Phil Blais
  Mon, 11 May 1998 16:49:41 -0700
  ...the window shades and possibly the sink/stove lid, but the old > '85 westy was WAY quieter. > > 2) poptop: the drivers side of the...
• Re: AC Removal
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 27 Jun 2014 18:47:01 -0500
  ...When I bought the camper new, the AC > was only slightly better than open windows. Years ago, when the freon > leaked out and the...
• Re: cognitive dissonance and refrigerators
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:51:55 -0400
  ...think that six inches on all sides is *minimum* -- we'd have to hang it from the rear hatch, and then the raccoons would...
• Re: Buying advice
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:58:52 -0400
  ...so far is: > Missing Passanger side quarter window > Sun Cracks in the dash from missing Passanger side quarter window (It will > likely get the...
• Re: material for new rear hatch panel?
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 8 Jul 2011 14:24:24 +0000
  ...he knew nothing about windows. Love their self check out lines too! Jeff Stewart ----- Original Message ----- <SIDETRACK> Not to sidetrack this helpful advice or...
• Re: Buying advice
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Tue, 20 Jul 2010 21:07:49 -0400
  ...so far is: > Missing Passanger side quarter window > Sun Cracks in the dash from missing Passanger side quarter window (It will > likely get the...
• 90 Vanagon Westfalia Atlantic TD description (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Fri, 10 Dec 1999 12:14:41 +0100
  ...Henceforth the vans were called California (simple version, glass windows, no heater) or Atlantic (complete version). The vans were still built at Westfalia but...
• Re: Newbie >>>> Intro .. sorry ... LONG
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 14:32:18 -0600
  ...New Tires & Shocks - Bridgestone LT Reinforced sidewall & KYB Gas Shocks - DONE 3. Rubber, as in hoses replacement - to be done 4. Awning / Shady Boy...
• Re: 84 westy mirror
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Tue, 6 Jun 2000 02:09:53 EDT
  ...by the Air Conditiong unit mounted to the ceiling by the rear window. I think it cost about $10 at FLAPS and has day...
• Re: Joy Hecht's problem's solved?
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Mon, 23 May 2005 17:07:58 -0400
  ...problem was the steam coming out of the vents by the rear window. My coolant temp gauge never went above 3/4, no flashing...
• Re: Paint colors
  Historical mailing list - Jennifer Rabbitt
  Tue, 13 Sep 2022 11:18:35 -0700
  ...curtain set starting to fade - primarily on the >> side >>>>> exposed to the window - rear window curtains being the worst, and so I >>>>> decided to...
• Re: Good types of drive-on lift ramps?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 25 May 2010 15:39:37 -0700
  ...Curb on one side, fast cars on the other. > > I used ramps for my Westy and my bay window on the driveway at the...
• Wombat/Gerbil update
  Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
  Sun, 19 Nov 1995 09:23:06 -0700
  ...The Wombat is a 1958 microbus missing its rear seats, lots of rust (you mean there's supposed to be a floor?), safari windows...
• Re: Bus Depot Awning
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 2 Jun 2005 09:16:47 -0500
  ...So, I have been doing some "window shopping" online looking at the various awnings. This one looks good. Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver...