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• Re: High top
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 13:12:38 -0800
  ...Got HD Bilstein shocks on the front, just used stockers on the rear. It goes throug the air really, really nicely. there is TONS...
• Re: Heaters for winter camping
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 4 Dec 2008 16:39:47 -0800
  ...I did also purchase a > buddy style > heater for the side tent as well. We did some camping a few times and it > was...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 20 Aug 96 21:23:33 EDT
  ...another on the side window. :-( ouch, that hurts me. no muffler. no carb on the engine. no rear bumper. interior looks good. slight rocker...
• Re: Strategy for stuck lug nuts on Vanagon wheels
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 4 Oct 2019 06:43:09 -0400
  ...Stephen Mobile > On Oct 3, 2019, at 8:18 PM, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET> wrote: > > Been thinkin' about this....stuck on the side...
• Re: Portable Air Conditioner aka hybrid electric vehicle continued - live and learn
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Fri, 1 Jul 2005 11:23:53 -0700
  ...THE STANDARD VANAGON SIDE WINDOW OPENING! >> This will make some of you hate life in the smaller opening westy side >> windows, hey toss your...
• Re: nifty looking little trailer
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Wed, 2 Apr 2008 15:36:33 -0400
  Many people buy one of those big Westfalia 2-room side tents, only to find that when it's stored inside, it ends up...
• Re: Hightop Group Purchase?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 12 Jun 2008 16:03:58 -0700
  ...Skylights, >>> windows, vents, and other accessories will be extra, but Reimo has >>> quite a >>> selection available. >>> >>> Shipping cost to the USA (specifically, Northern California...
• Re: [WetWesties] secure storage?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:54:54 -0600
  ...I pull the rear seat forward into a bed, there is a > > space under the seat on the cabin side. I started thinking that...
• Re: How Do You Know If Your Springs Need To Be Replaced?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fernandez
  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:02:50 -0700
  ...I measured from ground to the bottom of the front door window opening..I > got > one inch lower than my other vans.. > so ....I...
• Re: Vanagon Hot Shower on Demand
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Mon, 6 Feb 2023 09:51:59 -0800
  ...So, via Amazon, > I > > > got one of those motorized valves, and I found a switch (old Rear > Window > > > defogger switch) which fit the 3rd...
• Re: Headlight Upgrade Eilemma
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 10 Sep 2011 17:42:06 -0700
  ...driving lights and is placed in the blocked > out opening above the rear window defrost switch. > > Please credit the above description to TJ Hannink. > > ****************************************** > >
• Re: Strategy for stuck lug nuts on Vanagon wheels
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 4 Oct 2019 14:59:25 +0000
  ...Strategy for stuck lug nuts on Vanagon wheels Been thinkin' about this....stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire on...
• Re: TIICO... It's Alive!!
  Historical mailing list - John Klun
  Fri, 12 Oct 2001 16:06:07 -0600
  ...even after quite a bit of bending of the > >rear valence near the passenger side bumper bracket. Oh well, when I was > >putting it...
• Great News! After presenting Mercury insurance with documentation (invoices and comparable vehicle pricing) they decided to repair my Westy.
  Historical mailing list - Bergin, Richard
  Wed, 7 May 2003 15:40:05 -0700
  ...springs & side panels, window rubber) square headlights & grill, KYB shocks, pwr mirrors, updated dash, steeringwheel & tach, new roof seals, brakes front/rear & master cylinder...
• (Long) Air-cooled vanagon heating/ventilating explained
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 8 Dec 1999 11:55:59 -0500
  ...The two vents on the outboard sides of the dash are connected DIRECTLY to the intake duct at the front of the van, nothing...
• Re: any words of wisdom for a virgin to the world of westy's?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 11 May 2010 11:46:07 -0700
  ...Rust shows up first usually at the base of windows. Particularly the windshield and rear side windows. If you see a paint bubble, usually...
• Re: Now Preventative Maintenance, Was Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:47:40 -0700
  ...onwards (how many 1950 split window bugs have you seen fully restored with a 2180 stuffed into the rear, tunnel trans and 356B brakes...
• Re: Luggage rack seal...
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 16 Jul 2000 18:56:57 -0400
  ...But much worse, is the lack of a good seal around the > sides of the main pop top. Whenever the front windows are down...
• bus noises: quieting 'road noise'
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 17 May 94 19:13:59 CDT
  ...the windows up). then in behind the little interior panels around the rear seat and cargo area. also in the driver's side 'non...
• Re: question: '76 or '77, possible purchase, what to look for
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 26 Mar 1996 20:10:58
  ...No sliding windows in back. All cabinetry on drivers side. >Body has, well, cracks in a few places where looks like swiped >something lightly...
• Engine choices:was You Never Know: A Story
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 23 May 2022 09:25:36 -0400
  ...I have had to replace the >> power window motors and regulators on both sides. Window operators cables >> had been cut. I discovered that only...
• Re: I get no respect
  Historical mailing list - The corruptor
  Tue, 6 Apr 2004 12:40:51 -0400
  ...and most of the time both drivers just don't car about what's in front, rear, left and right, they just drive..... So...
• A little [W]ednesday humor to brighten your week!
  Historical mailing list - Mike White
  Wed, 18 Oct 1995 10:04:07 MST
  ...If that failed, I'd honk my horn until the driver looked in his rear view mirror and saw me making helpful, suggestive hand...
• Re: [Syncro] Need Suggestions-Wierd Overheating
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 09:01:55 -0700
  ...The rear heater I realized was partially covered by a >piece of plywood. So it got air circulating on the hiway with the windows...
• Re: Vanagon Safety Honda Element
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 22 Dec 2006 11:13:55 -0800
  ...A 50 mph side impact in any car is most likely fatal. Tests are for selling points. Many people die in cars that are...
• Re: Checklist for beginning Medium Vanagon Roadtrip
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 2 Oct 2019 23:28:22 -0600
  ...I said, "Well then how am I supposed to get those bolts off? When off on the side of the road in the middle...
• 87 SYNCRO WESTY ROJECT PIX AND STORY LONG
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sat, 28 Feb 2004 11:44:05 -0500
  ...then we need to completely cut out the driver's side panels fron front door to rear, from under the drip rail to the...
• VW-'71 BUS and '80? BUS-INTERSPECIES TRANSPLANTS OF EQUIPMENT
  Historical mailing list - Nick Pace
  Mon, 10 Apr 95 12:49:29 PDT
  ...4) Whether the door and window mechanisms are the same. 5) What is the purpose of the electrical fan/blower that is attached to...
• Re: Frydae - For VW Oldtimers
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 1 Mar 2014 12:22:07 -0800
  My wife's family had a squareback when she was young and she remembers being stuck in the back seat with side windows that...
• Road Test: 1991 VW SA 2,5i Caravelle
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 14 Dec 95 14:51:46 CST
  ...The comprehensive revamp deepened side windows by 55mm and included modified side panels to achieve a more rounded look, along with striking new alloy...
• Re: Righting A Wrong
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Tue, 2 Apr 2013 23:25:46 +0000
  ...New three window canvas. New pop top seals. Found a nice set of front seats, and added a swivel base to the passenger side...
• A successful tour in the 84/inline 4 (long)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 12 Aug 2007 21:35:05 -0700
  ...I have no rear overhead or hanging closet and just a fold down bed (weekender) without any chair swivels (yet)..One double power point...
• Re: State of the List... State your ages!!!!!!! :<)
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Sun, 9 May 2004 18:48:54 +0000
  ...So I sought out to get the elusive split window. I found one walking home from a friends house one day (my dad had...
• Re: Shoulder injury dangers, was Re: Gen Set
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:44:07 -0500
  ...I have spent >> quite a lot of money to upgrade my insulation and windows, and to do >> other things to conserve energy. >> >> Yes, many...
• LHS Shower in Westie?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 05 May 1996 22:47:08 -0700
  ...The view out the passenger side rear window would be obstucted by the stored base, but seating would be unimpaired. Ok, just in case...
• Re: Noise from rear...
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 6 Feb 2004 16:07:29 -0600
  ...one for >the rear hatch window ..it's sticking out of the wall on the passenger >side, just behind the rear seat. but the...
• tune up
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 14 Jun 97 14:00:27 CDT
  ...parking lights, side marker lights, license plate lights, emergency/hazard flasher, stop lights, tail lights, backup lights, turn signals, horn, rear window defogger. - check...
• a home built camper that rocked 30 years ago. Re: What is the worst design part in the Vanagon What a bunch of wimps, whiners, winers and complainers.
  Historical mailing list - David Menche
  Tue, 20 Jul 2004 18:37:46 -0700
  ...top across rear of front seats, under the sink was an electric fridge/freezer, and a microwave oven, off to the side behind the...
• read!!! please long-QUAD ROUND SOUTH AFRICAN DRIVING LITE GRILLES (READ)
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Wed, 22 Apr 1998 22:35:40 EDT
  ...vw.co.za/history/1990/bus.gif and FYI, those rear sliding windows WONT WORK (they're too big) on the german made vans...
• High-beam Indicator Light Fix
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Fri, 9 Jun 2006 07:55:49 -0400
  ...Remove grille, using screwdriver from Swiss Army Knife (SAK) and then remove the driver side head light unit. Taking one of the paper clips...
• eurospec-tion
  Historical mailing list - ddawson
  Tue, 10 Nov 1998 07:54:46 -0800
  ...The cylinder head on this engine is in and out on the same driver side, so the intake manifold casting clears the rear wheel...
• Re: adventurewagen top install
  Historical mailing list - Dr.Chris
  Fri, 17 Nov 2006 16:04:42 -0500
  ...rear to get at the screws underneath. I was careful and was able to reuse the seals. The metal strips on the long sides...
• Re: Firestarter Fitting Strikes Again!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:56:29 -0500
  ...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: Longevity of Conversion Engines
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 26 Mar 2002 00:47:28 -0600
  ...The oil showed up on the rear window (and his windshield) long before the oil light came on and I got it shut down...
• Re: Just cause
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Thu, 16 May 2002 16:40:05 -0400
  ...The cops will tell you, roll up your window and drive off, and you will face not only a red-light chase down, but...
• my anecdotes form Germany (long)
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 21:48:52 -0800
  ...maybe six years old) was kneeling on the rear seat looking out of the rear window without seat belts. Something is not right when...
• Re: Engine Replacement or Gasket Fix?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:05:18 +0000
  ...http://www.windowslive.com/explore/photogallery/posts?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_Photo_Gallery_082008
• Re: Pop Top Update
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 15 Apr 2002 08:27:12 -0500
  ...roof > base > - Naugahyde Tent w/ 3 zippered & flapped screen > windows > - 2 side and 1 rear scissor arm sets > - Scissor arm tracks and rollers > - Lift...
• Re: Rear Speaker upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 25 Apr 2001 10:26:53 -0500
  ...in stock locations front and rear, two antique Nakamichi SP-400 3 ways mounted under the front door window cranks, and two Rockford 8...
• Re: Noise from rear...
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 6 Feb 2004 15:58:55 -0600
  ...one for >the rear hatch window ..it's sticking out of the wall on the passenger >side, just behind the rear seat. but the...
• Re: Olympian Catalytic Heaters
  Historical mailing list - Robyn Rudisill
  Mon, 2 Nov 1998 12:48:03 -0600
  ...It operates on propane (I've got a >grill sized tank stashed unser the rear bench w\ a hose running through the >lower corner...
• Re: purching and camping equip questions.
  Historical mailing list - Todd D. Gadberry
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 22:58:43 -0700
  ...Had all the curtains, ripped (but usable) cover on foam bed in back, missing side screens, refrigerator needed minor cleaning (works great now with...
• Re: [WetWesties] The Misadventures of Vanagon Stan. Long, Long
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 19 Jun 2002 08:02:48 -0500
  ...I'm looking through the rear view mirror at a Dodge hood > ornament in the center of my rear window and I see a...
• Re: Friday Re: Loose stuff inside vans.
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 19 Dec 2014 22:11:33 -0800
  ...quadrant on the right side was to walk over to > that side of the van and peer out the window. I got wedged in...
• Re: Help! Weird noises after installing injectors...
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 7 Jul 2015 21:21:16 -0400
  ...At any rate, the clunking sound was caused by the plate under the driver's side rear spring being broken and detached from the...
• Re: Vanagon Hot Shower on Demand
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Feb 2023 11:30:37 +0000
  ...one of those motorized valves, and I found a switch (old Rear > Window > > > defogger switch) which fit the 3rd unused position on dashboard; yes...
• '66 progress, engine in
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 3 Jun 1996 10:30:49 -0700
  ...I installed the external oil filter inside the engine compartment, on the left side, bolted to the spare tire well. I ran the hoses...
• Road Test 1989 VW SA Caravelle Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 05 Dec 95 14:30:27 CST
  ...The Syncro gets the full Caravelle treatment on the exterior, including those handsome alloy wheels, twin rectangular headlights and rear window wash/wipe. But...
• Van Storage, mothball, mothballing, long-term storage
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Tue, 1 Aug 2000 22:14:41 -0400
  ...and do the same with the exit vents (behind the rear side windows on late models). 7. Disconnect the battery, and remove. 8. Tape...
• Shipping van to Europe (long :( )
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Jun 1997 15:12:00 -0300 (ADT)
  ...exhaust broken. Rear bumper flattened to the body, knobs missing from radio and loose. An experience to avoid. On the plus side I had...