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  • Re: 4 headlite grille?/Talilight Assembly
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Wed, 17 Dec 2003 21:42:45 +1300
    ...Electrical-parts > >Someone here mentioned using/getting the Hella rear taillight assembly and >it producing better light. Is this it? > >Bob Stevens I have...
  • Re: Diesel Assembly Confusion.
    Historical mailing list - Rachel Cogent
    Sun, 17 Jun 2001 15:06:07 -0700
    Thanks everyone for the info on assembling my oil cooler, I now know what the problem was. Rachel
  • Re: busdepot
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:53:47 -0800
    ...did you work it over to make it work nicely again ? I've never had to buy a whole new assembly .. ( if there even...
  • Re: Speedometer Disassembly Question
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Mon, 27 Nov 2006 12:13:31 -0800
    ...Stephen --- Doug Fitz-Randolph <fitzr@SUSCOM-MAINE.NET> wrote: > Does anyone know how to remove the > speedometer/odometer assembly from its > plastic housing? I...
  • Re: 84 Vanagon head lights stuck on hi beam
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Fri, 8 Apr 2016 08:01:09 +0000
    The high beam/low switch is actually on the wiper switch assembly NOT the turn signal switch. http://www.vanagain.com/shop/wiper-switch...
  • Re: Wanted bed/seat bracket assembly
    Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
    Fri, 12 Jan 2001 23:47:35 -0600
    ...Wanted bed/seat bracket assembly > Hi, > Could any one provide me with details of the bed /seat brackets used in > the VW camper. > can...
  • Re: rear hatch
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sat, 24 Nov 2001 11:58:27 -0600
    I'm going to say yes! However you'll also need the new steering column wiper switch assembly, washer bottle assembly and run the...
  • Key Code Lock Code removing handles removing locks (for the archives...)
    Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
    Mon, 5 Jun 2006 00:48:48 -0400
    ...When the handle assembly is in place in the door, these two arms are the most inboard part of the assembly. Happy locking and...
  • Re Flue cover
    Historical mailing list - Frank Goodrick
    Sun, 6 Dec 1998 14:22:05 -0500
    ...Interesting that the EV Winnie does not use a removable protective cover over the fixed assembly. I needed a new flue vent exterior assembly...
  • Slow Rear Wiper Problem - RESOLVED
    Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
    Wed, 29 Sep 1999 12:21:28 -0500
    ...I noticed a brown ground wire was connected to the metal hatch, but not connected to the wiper motor assembly. Removed the three bolts...
  • Re: replacement cv/axle assembly
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Mon, 11 Feb 2008 15:33:43 -0800
    ...replacement cv/axle assembly hey list need to replace cv in rear of 84 MT 1.9 and i just plan on pulling the...
  • Re: Left inner headlight assembly
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:40:46 -0700
    ...Left inner headlight assembly I got a big stone chip yesterday that put a pea size hole though the drivers side inner (smaller of...
  • Nice looking Bentley Wiring Diagrams
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 6 Nov 2009 12:51:01 -0800
    ...a bit of dry humour. "Engine Re-assembly. .... "Take Teutonic care with your engine re-assembly" Figured few would appreciate this, but I know...
  • ARRGHHH ... not the Throttle Postion Switch after all !
    Historical mailing list - MMunn
    Sun, 12 Jan 2003 14:57:11 -0800
    ...I then received lots of helpful info regarding removal and adjustment of the throttle position switch assembly. After removing, cleaning, testing, adjusting and replacing...
  • New Bus pics!!!!!!!!
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 26 Oct 1999 20:10:52 EDT
    Hot off the assembly line, coming to a vw dealer soon!! http://caliban.sf.ca.us/img/newbus.jpg chris
  • WTB driver side door latch
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:16:51 -0600
    The flat assembly that goes inside the door. Not the handle. Anyone? Shipping is to 35758. Thanks, Jim
  • Re: Replacing clutch pedal
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 17 Jan 2017 14:03:10 -0800
    ...Some stuff from my blog that might help https://shufti.blog/2010/11/08/vanagon-clutch-and-brake-pedal-assembly/ https://shufti.blog/2015...
  • Re: Need Westy interior piece
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 17 Jul 2011 07:25:09 -0700
    "pop top lifting assembly bumper", well at least that's the name Van Cafe gives it. http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page...
  • Coolant Bleeder Assembly
    Historical mailing list - Jeff
    Tue, 14 Dec 1999 14:05:58 -0600
    Brownie, our 85 Wolfy Westphalia decided to blow a hose and take part of what I believe to be the Coolant Bleeder Assembly with...
  • Priming hyd lifters
    Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
    Sun, 30 Jul 2000 15:49:03 -0400
    ...Was so quick and easy, I was almost scared that I mush be damaging the assembly. I was surprised how much pressure it takes...
  • Removing Front Shocks Question
    Historical mailing list - Tom Young
    Tue, 27 Feb 2001 07:53:44 -0800
    ...I'm trying to remove the top nut, but the whole assembly (nut and threaded portion of shock) is turning. I don't think...
  • Re: propane line removal
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 2 Mar 2004 16:12:48 -0600
    ...Since you moved the assembly, even a little, I would advise mixing up some soapy water and brushing it liberally wherever there are fittings...
  • Speedo cable install question
    Historical mailing list - Andrew R.
    Wed, 19 Feb 2014 21:37:51 -0800
    ...I've run into a roadblock getting the other cable half out of the wheel assembly. Trying to pull it through the back side...
  • Re: Subject: German quality?
    Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
    Sat, 24 Aug 2013 16:37:02 -0600
    ...From Reuters: > The company said on Thursday it would set up a new assembly plant in southern China, adding to the dozen component, engine...
  • Installation of 2-stage regulator
    Historical mailing list - Moritz, Thomas W NWW
    Fri, 26 Apr 2002 15:47:59 -0700
    ...Has anybody else installed this regulator assembly? If so, how did you do it? Thanks, Tom Moritz '90 Westy
  • Re: Muffler Straps
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Wed, 18 May 2005 13:17:32 -0400
    ...best to remove the muffler/cat converter/j-pipe as an assembly, in one piece. There are about 3 support rods that need to...
  • AT Intercooler Question
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Mon, 8 Jan 2007 19:35:31 -0500
    ...Does anyone know the mechanism used in the fluid drain assembly of the intercooler on the top of the AT? The auto tranny rebuilder...
  • Read the instructions thoroughly before assembly...
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Fri, 6 Feb 2015 08:34:29 -0800
    Build-your-own Vanagon kit - http://vanagonlust.tumblr.com/post/108189018717/bouwpakket-http-flic-kr-p-7ahuao Angus
  • 84 Westy faucet wanted
    Historical mailing list - David Shepherdson
    Tue, 1 Jun 1999 11:06:51 -0700
    Anyone got a faucet/pump switch assembly for an 84 Westy that they could part with for cash? Thanks David
  • 1.9 litre wbx metal coolant pipe and complete water pump assembly
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Tue, 21 Aug 2007 17:19:54 -0700
    available at auction http://www.auctiva.com/stores/viewstore.aspx?id=321737
  • Re: replacement cv/axle assembly
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 11 Feb 2008 21:53:28 -0500
    ...replacement cv/axle assembly I can not see how any 65 dollar rebuilt in the US by cheap labor with probably Taiwan-sourced parts...
  • Re: Front outer CV on Syncro
    Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
    Thu, 21 Nov 1996 07:26:27 -0500 (EST)
    ...YOu don't have to remove the bearing assembly, just the brake caliper and the upper ball joint. The rest is simple. Other problem...
  • door handle fixed
    Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
    Mon, 25 Aug 1997 18:27:27 EDT
    ...I found a loose screw on the latch/lock assembly that had managed to back itself out quite a bit. I assumed that this...
  • Re: fridge wont stay lit
    Historical mailing list - Markus Mumper
    Tue, 21 Sep 2004 14:00:54 -0700
    ...Sure, if you open the > burnner assembly the flame will tilt 8 degrees due to gravity. However > when the burner is assembled the combustion...
  • Propane valve replacement?
    Historical mailing list - Sean Reifschneider
    Fri, 28 Jan 2000 19:09:40 -0700
    ...There is a single monolithic assembly for the intake, and another valve (looks like the gas grill kind) heading out to the appliances. This...
  • Re: Speedometer Questions
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Thu, 1 Jun 2006 07:47:02 -0700
    ...When I > installed the assembly I pushed it all the way in and then retracted it > until it would allow easily spinning the disc...
  • Re: removing the sink drain
    Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
    Sat, 22 Apr 2000 12:13:10 -0700
    ...The trap assembly is installed the same way as it would be in your kitchen sink. I also replaced the complete assembly with a...
  • Re: "dry" sound from wheel
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Sun, 12 Mar 2000 14:21:21 -0800
    ...Turned out to be a rock chip stuck in the caliper assembly that was dragging the rotor. Brent Christensen '89 GL Syncro Westy "Klaus...
  • Need to buy cylinders only.
    Historical mailing list - Aaron J. Wood
    Wed, 11 Oct 1995 00:15:37 -0400 (EDT)
    Does anyone know if and where I could buy cylinders only, and not as a piston/cylinder assembly? Thanks, Woody
  • Weight of Pop Top?
    Historical mailing list - Robyn Rudisill
    Wed, 2 Jan 2002 14:05:46 -0800
    This is going to see like a strange question, but how much does an entire pop top assembly weigh? Thanks. robyn
  • '86 GL Automatic fill tube Dipstick
    Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
    Sat, 1 Jul 2006 10:14:02 -0400
    Anyone have an Automatic dipstick filltube assembly for sale? Also looking for a "STRONG" automatic starter. -- Best Regards, ~david
  • Re: looking for a dash cluster
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 17 Oct 2010 22:30:52 -0400
    ...The >plastic behind the connection assembly is broken and some sections are >missing. The connectors are separated from the plastic and some are >torn...
  • Re: Lighting ideas for cargo area?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 25 Jan 2001 21:00:07 -0500
    ...When I pulled the cowl off the speedometer assembly, I saw >only one bulb. Should there be more? One on top of each instrument...
  • Re: How do we remove key assembly..?
    Historical mailing list - Phil Murphy
    Wed, 13 Sep 2006 19:15:24 -0700
    ...How do we remove key assembly..? > > > >Sorry to vent, but totally frustrated by the archives... whoever designed > >that mess... are they in a mental...
  • A/C ducting
    Historical mailing list - JAIME E FORERO
    Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:13:53 -0700
    ...I had to take the whole assembly down some time ago to do some AC repair work in the evaporator. When I took it...
  • Re: Lifter Update
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 12 Aug 2000 09:08:57 -0400
    At 07:32 8/12/2000, (Donna Cassano) wrote: >against the lifter? Shouldn't the rocker assembly be firm at that point? >When we...
  • skylight flex arm repair
    Historical mailing list - James Creech
    Mon, 9 Oct 2000 22:05:40 -0400
    Has anyone been able to successfully re-tread or otherwise repair the small wheels on the flex arm assembly for the skylight (the flex...
  • Re: Wanted bed/seat bracket assembly
    Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
    Fri, 12 Jan 2001 23:20:32 -0600
    ...Wanted bed/seat bracket assembly > Hi, > Could any one provide me with details of the bed /seat brackets used in > the VW camper. > can...
  • Re: Headlight Unit Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Tue, 19 Mar 2002 07:35:26 -0600
    ...reflector/lens assembly is a mere $57. >Plus tax and other corruption. > >Note that this does not include the lens assembly just the tiddly...
  • Re: Rear Hatch Lock
    Historical mailing list - VW Doka
    Mon, 10 Mar 2008 20:14:42 -0700
    ...Rear Hatch Lock Would someone that has parts list/pictures please send me the complete rear hatch assembly picture and parts list for a...
  • Re: 85 Vanagon - Gearshift Lever Bearing Assembly?
    Historical mailing list - Mike Wohlgemuth
    Sat, 28 Mar 1998 16:58:28 -0500
    FIxedd the problem myself ... the spring was not going to compress as much as I anticipated ... WOrks great....... Mike
  • Vanagon Widow Crank Assembly
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Thu, 23 Jan 2003 12:04:43 -0500
    I think someone was looking for one of these? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2400829684&category=6763
  • Re: Vanagon poptop spring question
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Thu, 23 May 2013 10:36:42 -0400
    ...I too replaced my entire H bar assembly. > > Dom > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf > Of Doug...
  • What is this part/piece?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:55:27 -0700
    ...Something to do with the ignition switch assembly? Is it from the Vanagon at all? It's like it's right on the tip...
  • Re: "Bird Nest" Air Filter
    Historical mailing list - J. Walker
    Wed, 12 Oct 94 10:26:57 CDT
    ...will I have to replace >the entire "bird nest" as an assembly? i believe that was a definite After-Market optional accessory, designed to...
  • T4 PR retaining wire
    Historical mailing list - Craig Jones
    Sat, 16 Feb 2002 16:45:40 -0800
    ...I see evidence of the wire being positioned in between the rocker arm assembly and the pedastal mounting base on the head on some...
  • Re: Clutch pedal sticking when depressed-'88 Vanagon 4spd -
    Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
    Fri, 18 Feb 2005 08:56:16 -0500
    ...On the weekend, pulled out the pedal assembly, liberally soaked with penetrating oil, gently worked the assembly (with a hammer and vise, at first...
  • Re: can't get ignition switch housing off steering column
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Wed, 9 Oct 2002 19:35:42 -0600
    ...three screws in top of collum that hold down and align turn indicator switch assembly/high-low beam assembly and the windshield wiper switch...
  • Re: Horn problem
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
    Mon, 13 Jul 2015 10:08:42 -0400
    ...the > ring/finger assembly on the back of the steering wheel and on the face of > the turn signal assembly. That thin brass gets...
  • coolent bleed valve on 84GL 4 speed
    Historical mailing list - william greenamyer
    Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:10:31 -0700
    ...The nipple on the bleed has broken on me before and I replaced the whole assembly. Further looking at this old assembly seemed to...