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  • Dashboard surgery... 85 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
    Wed, 24 Mar 1999 17:20:31 -0500
    ...a.baxter@cpmx.saic.com (work) 770 729 3938 x 3061 dab1@jhk.com (alternate) www.mindspring.com/~dbax "Lives based on having are...
  • RE: Rust in seams
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Wed, 13 Dec 1995 15:11:00 -0800 (PST)
    ...Get some motor oil and a small paint brush or eyedropper, and dab the oil liberally onto the rust. THIS WORKS ESPECIALLY WELL IN...
  • Thanks All (odometer)
    Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
    Tue, 13 Aug 2002 09:47:14 EDT
    ...Quick dab of epoxy and I'm on my way. Strangest thing is, I took the opportunity to roll the odometer FORWARD by 160...
  • Re: Leveling a Westy
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Tue, 26 Oct 2004 15:35:04 -0700
    ...I have also put them up > above in the storage area with bungee cords. > > Evans Waldron > 83.5 Westy Dabus >
  • Re: Instrument lamp replacement
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Thu, 17 May 2007 12:13:59 -0700
    Use a tiny dab of dielectric grease. -- Jim Thompson 84 GL 1.9 "Gloria" 84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt" 73 K Ghia Coupe...
  • Re: VanShower
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:38:20 +0000
    ...most incredibly beautiful, convenient and just plain great spots, are smack dab on large sandstone slabs. Nothing that needs to be secured to the...
  • Re: Foil instrument cluster wiring repair?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 17 Jan 2015 23:39:58 -0800
    ...On 1/17/15, Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote: > Clean the copper trace well, add a dab of flux ( rosin) if you have...
  • Re: Tire recommendations wa
    Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
    2 Nov 1995 09:16:46 -0800
    ...I have used just the smallest dab on the threads, and for those lugs or nuts that have a contoured shoulder that mates to...
  • Re: How hard can you push a Westy?
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Wed, 9 Apr 2003 23:16:40 EDT
    ...If a Vanagon is driven within the posted speed limits, selecting the proper gear will put its engine speed right smack dab in the...
  • Re: HELP! Engine Problem
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Sat, 6 Nov 2004 18:16:04 -0500
    ...Lauterbach, Ph.D., DABT 211 Old Club Court Macon, GA 31210-4708 USA Tel. 478-474-3027 Fax 478-474-0117 Cell 478-731...
  • Re: Need New Propane Shut-off Valve
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:10:19 -0700
    ...term=link> > <https://mail.aol.com/webmail-std/en-us/suite#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > On Wed, Sep 23, 2020 at 8:13...
  • Re: that little light behind the heater controls
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Sat, 10 Dec 2005 19:58:27 -0600
    ...Solder the wires, tape/insulate where needed and affix with a dab of silicon adhesive so you can pop it back off when it...
  • Re: rear hatch opener
    Historical mailing list - Bill Berg
    Fri, 25 Mar 2022 18:36:26 -0500
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link >> > >> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> >> >
  • Re: Driver's side front wheel grease cap
    Historical mailing list - Bill M
    Mon, 27 Aug 2012 18:35:46 -0400
    Good tip with that little nipple with the clip is a dab of silicone on it. Keeps the clip in place and your speedo...
  • Re: Molluscs, Grebneffs, Lat 45 and other EnZed delights.
    Historical mailing list - Phil S.
    Fri, 17 May 2002 08:18:57 -0700
    ...And what does > a 500g container of Vegemite sell for? > > I have to spend $4US for a teensy little dab in a > teensy little...
  • Re: stranded
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
    Thu, 29 Sep 1994 12:45:35 -0500 (CDT)
    ...this'll generate some religious-like discussion, >>I always put a dab of moly grease on lugs. This is a habit I > >HA! RIDE...
  • '85 Vanagon belt sizes
    Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
    Fri, 5 Feb 1999 14:04:30 -0500
    ...a.baxter@cpmx.saic.com (work) 770 729 3938 x 3061 dab1@jhk.com (alternate) www.mindspring.com/~dbax "No matter how cynical you...
  • Re: Long Brake Line Installation Questions
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 5 Sep 2009 22:49:14 -0400
    ...Small dabs of silicone or other glues can also be used to isolate and secure brake lines. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List...
  • Bluto moves to Dallas
    Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
    Wed, 3 Apr 1996 10:40:16 -0800 (PST)
    ...So please scratch one '73 Safare Custom Camper (Bluto aka DaBoat) from CA.S.SD and add it to TX.Dal. I will be...
  • Re: creaky steering wheel
    Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
    Wed, 10 Nov 1999 18:53:03 -0800
    ...not greased - clean the track with anything, then put a light dab of grease on the running area. You can do this without pulling...
  • Re: FREE 84 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
    Sun, 2 Jan 2005 17:58:31 -0800
    ...On Sat, 1 Jan 2005 14:59:12 -0800, Christopher Dabrowski <chris@miraiusa.com> wrote: > Numerous Vanagon parts for sale. Check out the pics...
  • Re: Raingutter mounts on Westy top?
    Historical mailing list - Peter Lackner
    Tue, 22 Feb 2005 13:18:39 -0800
    ...They can be sawed off at the inside nut and filed smooth, with a dab of silicon to make it even smoother if necessary...
  • Re: Paint Code for Grey Cabinet
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:30:14 -0700
    ...So close a match that I could not spot the test dab that had dried on the piece.� � The matching paint was needed for...
  • Cooling system part numbers
    Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
    Wed, 24 Mar 1999 09:11:54 -0500
    ...a.baxter@cpmx.saic.com (work) 770 729 3938 x 3061 dab1@jhk.com (alternate) www.mindspring.com/~dbax "Lives based on having are...
  • Re: K&N Air filters. anyone?
    Historical mailing list - M.R. Nimmo
    Wed, 13 Jun 2001 19:11:37 -0700
    ...Blue headlights (not the real HID's, but those $4.95 halogen bulbs with a dab of blue paint) and some neon lights in...
  • Re: head gasket goop question
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Mon, 18 Dec 2006 12:57:46 -0500
    ...I almost always apply a dab to a test strip > and make sure its going to harded, if I have a chance. I've...
  • Re: Borescope: Inspect Transaxle 3/4 Slider Hub?
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Tue, 1 Aug 2017 18:17:18 -0400
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Tue, Aug 1, 2017 at 4:30...
  • Re: Anyone know if California Campers is still operating?
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:45:34 -0800
    ...Said he took a long nap on the side of the side to sleep off the party instead of risking DAB (driving after burningvan...
  • Re: Liquid electrical tape????
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 6 Sep 2005 06:04:58 EDT
    ...Would be cool if there was some way to "dab" on something to seal things up. Certainly does exist. Called "Liquid Electrical Tape" which...
  • Re: Engin hatch insolation project
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Fri, 2 Jul 2021 18:09:02 -0400
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Fri, Jul 2, 2021 at 11:25...
  • Re: How to Steal VW Vans Qu
    Historical mailing list - Norman Leong
    30 Aug 1994 16:23:23 U
    ...a Playboy centerfold (I don't recall the month/yr) smack dab in the center of her dash, and then lock the car back...
  • Quote
    Historical mailing list - DaBomb
    Thu, 10 Oct 2002 21:03:09 -0700
    ...for decades the > creature at the top of he etymological food chain in arid regions..." Love and Rockets, DaBomb > Sometimes, when I drive across...
  • Rear Bumpers
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 14 May 1996 21:01:38 -0500
    ...404.874-3292 (home) <dbax@mindspring.com> 404.447.6831 (work) <dab1@jhk.com> _________________________________________________________ "But alas, I do not rule the world and that...
  • Re: O2 Sensors need grounding? (was STILL BUCKING & KICKING!!!)
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 14 Aug 2000 10:55:20 -0400
    ...I did it to one of Jon Casey's a month ago by being thoughtless -- the sensors come with a dab of "safe" antiseize...
  • Re: O2 Sensors need grounding? (was STILL BUCKING & KICKING!!!)
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 14 Aug 2000 10:55:20 +0000
    ...I did it to one of Jon Casey's a month ago by being thoughtless -- the sensors come with a dab of "safe" antiseize...
  • Re: Loose weatherstripping RF door window
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Sat, 21 Sep 2013 13:58:49 -0400
    ...The lower scrapers are supposed to be held by clips but I found mine needed a dab of this stuff as well. > > Stuart > > -----Original...
  • Re: Best Roof Vent gasket replacement?
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Fri, 16 Nov 2001 14:43:12 -0500
    ...Replacing the skylight was easy --- I dabbed a bit of clear silicone to help seal the bolts but this may have been overkill. I...
  • Re: new listee - new van - oil pressure on TD
    Historical mailing list - OOMKES Robin
    Fri, 2 Jan 2004 18:47:06 +0100
    ...start (just above freezing), it takes a few seconds and a dab on the > > accelerator for the oil pressure light to go out. I...
  • Re: Switch Question
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Tue, 13 Aug 2013 08:07:59 -0700
    ...when replacing the fascia, use a dab of anti-seize on the pins so you can pull the panel easier when you have to...
  • Re: Overflow puking water
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Tue, 18 Nov 2003 07:58:39 EST
    In a message dated 11/17/03 9:52:35 PM, dabomb@TANJABARNES.COM writes: << He pressure tested my rad cap, found that it...
  • Re: Steering Wheel Rasp grinding noise while turning
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 11 Nov 2006 23:45:39 EST
    ...be sure to put a dab of dialectic (sp?) grease on it when u reinstall chris
  • Re: Rear emblem
    Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
    Tue, 21 Jul 2015 13:45:43 -0700
    ...I want to just put a little dab of plastic glue like epoxy on the protruding little plastic studs. What kind of glue will...
  • Re: auto tranny noise
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 26 Nov 2004 03:30:03 -0800
    ...Lauterbach, Ph.D., DABT > 211 Old Club Court > Macon, GA 31210-4708 > > Tel. 478=474-3027 > Fax 478-474-0117 > Cell 478-731-2966 >
  • Fuse Box Confustion
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:09:56 -0400
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
  • Identifying a Darrel Bohler-repaired ECU
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:03:53 -0500
    ...The big thing I noticed were several dabs of a white caulk-like substance in and around some of the electronic pieces that I...
  • Re: Vanagon Newbie
    Historical mailing list - Tanja Barnes
    Wed, 2 Oct 2002 11:24:51 -0700
    ...Love and Rockets, DaBomb
  • Re: Stub Axle / Grease: Enough Is Too Much
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Thu, 5 Feb 2004 08:28:52 EST
    ...a little dab will do 'ya. George
  • Re: Clips for RainWind Guard...
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 20 Jun 2006 09:25:20 -0500
    ...You can also put some small dabs of silicone on the outside edges of each end. Let it dry before you install. -- Steve SKL...
  • Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating
    Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
    Tue, 25 Sep 2012 23:27:27 -0400
    ...Belts back in the 80s at Sherwood Auto Parts when I >> dabbled in some Jap car parts and they were a decent quality belt...
  • Re: brain board needed for 87 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Richard Lamoreaux
    Wed, 3 Sep 1997 07:50:30 +0000
    ...Resolder suspect joints and put a dab of silicone seal on the component itself to prevent recurrence. --rich > Could well be the ECU - I...
  • Re: no posts in the past 4 or 5 days
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Sun, 29 Nov 2020 09:45:01 -0800
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Sun, Nov 29, 2020 at 8:10...
  • Re: Evaporative Emission Canister? (re: Fuel Expansion Tank)
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Mon, 26 Aug 2019 06:26:03 -0400
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Mon, Aug 26, 2019 at 12:26...
  • 7 door panel...
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 11 Sep 1995 13:40:43 -0700
    ...I am learning though! David Baker dabaker@nas.nasa.gov
  • Re: > bad fill up flow...
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Thu, 30 Aug 2001 02:26:44 -0500
    ...Turns out that he little dab of silicone I used to seal up the filler neck breather nipple swelled up so big that it...
  • Re: upolstery cleaner
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 27 Jun 1997 10:07:55 -0400
    ...I use full strength and really dab it on, DONT RUB, DAB DAB DAB MESSUER FLINTSONE, but I'd go slow first until you...
  • Re: New Vanagon Body Effects
    Historical mailing list - Ron 'Coyote' Lussier
    Tue, 14 Mar 2000 10:36:41 -0800
    ...bought out by Prototype > Concepts, inc., > > a very large company that dabbles in amusement park rides (among other > > things). go figure. > > > > all i can...
  • Re: What hardware is needed for the middle seat?
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 1 Nov 2014 14:14:33 -0400
    ...put a dab of oil on the big panhead flatheads threads before u reinstall them. trust me on that. keep the un-used track...
  • Re: Wire Damage from Rodent(s)
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Wed, 23 Jan 2013 09:27:04 -0800
    ...treated with a little dab of petroleum jelly. are those `Chore Boy' pads actually made of copper ? � � � �mike ________________________________ From: Larry Alofs <lalofs@gmail.com...
  • Re: Can anyone translate this??
    Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
    Thu, 5 Jan 1995 16:49:19 -0800 (PST)
    ...Mit Interesse haben wir zur > Kenntnis genommen, daB Sie noch im Besitz eines alten > Volkswagens sind un teilen Ihnen selbstverstandlich gern die > uns bekannten...
  • Re: Need New Propane Shut-off Valve
    Historical mailing list - Douglas Toomey
    Tue, 22 Sep 2020 16:37:56 +0000
    ...sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link__;!!C5qS4YX3!QmEwA4rw5q4QvG6ymoX6KvdiBXEL4nvHa0k6vOXDBzOpLXoXHvza2x_BUeYhYQ$ > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> ________________________________________ Prof. Douglas Toomey 1272 Earth Sciences University of...