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• Stuck bolt
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 6 Jul 1997 13:21:38 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Any clever ideas? I was thinking of just finding a garage with an air wrench that I could talk a mechanic to applying to...
• RUNNING VANAGON TACHO WITH 6-CYLINDER
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 6 Apr 2000 10:30:11 +1200
  ...I want to get a tacho for my 84 Caravelle, but finding this out locally is very difficult to say the least. I know...
• Re: '83 paint code
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 25 May 2000 00:52:43 EDT
  ...Any help on finding the correct paint >> called asswipe brown... i mean Assuan Brown.. :<) (the latter is the factory color name) chris
• What kind of hose clamps do you use?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 17 Dec 2002 21:22:58 -0800
  ...I'm finding both the factory spring clamp and after market screw type clamps. Does it make any difference what kind you use, and...
• Re: Question about torque? (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Raceingcajun
  Fri, 4 Aug 2006 20:45:01 -0500
  ...Question about torque? (NVC) > Anyone have the know-how about using an extension with a torque wrench? > I'm finding a variety of answers...
• Re: noisy lifters
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Apr 2026 20:49:10 +0000
  ...You can probably find a lot of infrastructure in the archives.  If you have trouble finding the archives, let me know. Dave B/ On...
• Re: Blog post about 85 doka
  Historical mailing list - ed donnen
  Thu, 26 Mar 2015 07:51:37 -0400
  ...I'm thinking about finding a new tool panel door rather than rebuilding the hinge edge again. ed- 91 DoKa- the never ending RUST...
• vehicle shipping (trucking) company search
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 21:14:16 -0400
  ...and they usually will give a much better deal than you find on the internet but finding the companies can be tough. Thanks, TJ
• Re: Power Steering Whine from New Hose
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 20 Dec 2012 07:22:13 -0500
  > I recently had the high pressure flexible power > steering hose for my '87 2.1l Vanagon repaired > (I had no luck whatsoever finding a...
• Re: 'falia Sink Pump Questions
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 08 May 1995 14:35:07 -0400 (EDT)
  ...There should be no problem finding a summersible water pump in any camping store or even in a Walmart. jg '83 Westy, '92 Passat
• Classified Listings on the Net
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 18 Sep 1995 17:58 -0500 (EST)
  ...proud owner of a Westy, but I've had zero luck finding one. Does anyone have a listing of newspapers or classifieds that are...
• finding a part number for Shift linkage 85GL
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fortino
  Wed, 17 Jan 2001 18:14:04 -0500
  well I found what was wrong with my shifting, but in the Bentley they don't list P/N# i searched the busdepo site...
• Re: Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Densford
  Tue, 5 Jun 2001 21:20:40 -0400
  ...I am having trouble >finding what I want. Please help if you can. > > Kevin Kevin, What are you looking for? I've got a...
• would 15" rims solve the dreaded tire problems??
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 20 Jul 2001 08:58:19 -0700
  Hey folks, would 15" rims solve the dreaded tire problems (as in lack of options and ease of finding tires)? Back to friday Cheers...
• 195/70R15C 104/102Q Nokian Hakkapeliitta CS
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Wed, 5 Nov 2003 17:18:06 -0500
  ...I'm interested in finding out how off your speedo is and do they fit in the spare tire tray. Thanks JFF
• Re: Better World Club vs. AAA...comments??????
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 4 Dec 2006 15:37:19 -0800
  ...that are now included with so many insurance policies, that of finding participating tow companies and other support? My understanding is that AAA still...
• Re: idle adjustment problem
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 22 Feb 2017 16:13:14 -0800
  ...here's the finding I check thoroughly for air leak but found none.. so I took the throttle body out and give it a...
• Re: Air Conditioning help
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 22 Jan 2014 11:54:58 -0400
  ...So, you're back to finding the leak.
• Re: Early (real early) turn signals
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Wed, 17 Aug 1994 22:06:37 -0700 (PDT)
  BTW - Thanks for the info on the turn signals! They work now! It was a matter of finding the right wires and cleaning up...
• WTD help finding a few parts for a splitty
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Henricks
  Sat, 4 Nov 1995 15:12:31 -0800 (PST)
  can anyone help me find two parts. i need another frot bow for a sunroof assembly. i also need a set of door handles...
• Re: BA6 Info - Findings - Maintenance group
  Historical mailing list - Groff, Montgomery
  Wed, 6 Oct 1999 09:05:20 -0600
  I used flexible stainless-steel on a Stewart Warner gas heater in my '74 Westy. It can be found at FLAPS and FLMS (M...
• Redline Oil in Calgary
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 08:50:58 -0700
  ...I don't know if anyone nearby has been having troubles finding it, so I thought I'd pass it along. Keith Adams Calgary...
• Re: Anyone have a used timing belt cover for a 1.9l diesel block?
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 5 Oct 2001 09:17:14 -0400
  ...Have you tried finding a salvage yard in Canada? Maybe a list member >>up there could direct you to one. http://www.motorsmart.com...
• Baby Car Seats for Westy Back Seat?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Navabpour
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 19:54:11 -0800
  ...Thank you in advance, Paul PaulNavabpour Mobile:650-400-3639 --------------------------------- Finding fabulous fares is fun. Let Yahoo! FareChase search your favorite travel sites to...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 2 Jan 2005 - Special issue (#2005-7)
  Historical mailing list - Tolga Morawski
  Mon, 3 Jan 2005 23:23:52 -0500
  ...Are you talking >about finding a source to trigger your relays or power the headlight >switch. I used the old headlight sockets with a...
• Re: Terry Kay
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 2 Mar 2020 10:57:06 -0500
  Hi folks, I don’t know about this person and possible help with parts finding so please keep replies on list. Thanks, Eric Caron...
• Source For Screws For Pop Top Canvas Found
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 25 Aug 2014 11:40:58 -0700
  Thanks for all the great tips on finding stainless screws for the pop top canvas. There is a source for a complete kit from...
• Re: Headlight Turn Signal wiring weirdness
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 19:19:27 -0700
  ...Mark john wrote: > I'm finding the Bentley wiring diagram confusing, hoping someone may have > some suggestions to my problem. > >
• NVC-Cruise Recomendations
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:36:56 -0600
  ...Does anyone have any recs on finding one at a good price? Would be departing from Galveston(probably) and would like to go somewhere...
• Thanks for EV info
  Historical mailing list - len alcamo
  Tue, 28 Oct 1997 09:56:16 -0600
  ...Other then the piston slap issue on the early models, and some apprehension over complexity, repair costs and finding qualified service, you all seem...
• WHICH HEADLIGHT BULB ??
  Historical mailing list - SKP
  Sun, 11 Jun 2000 20:16:07 -0700
  ...I'm finding different numbers like 9004, 9005, 9006, H4, H3, H1 ????? The shop manual is absolutely no help ! Does anyone know which is...
• List what?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Tue, 9 Jan 2001 22:48:15 -0600
  ...I presented my findings, from your postings, nothing more. Now, if you desire to report me to anyone in an administrative position, be my...
• Re: Finding trustworthy mechanics; was RE: heads- bus depot or van cafe??
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:50:59 -0600
  <Call me paranoid, :o) But I like to get back the same part I take in. Even if it is another completely rebuilt component...
• Help! Need a Saint Louis Mechanic
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Feb 1997 19:01:22 -0600
  Hi, I *desperately* need some help finding a mechanic for a friend of mine near Saint Louis. I loaned out our '82 vanagon and...
• Re: Fuel issue: died on freeway
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Sun, 1 Oct 2017 18:11:15 -0700
  ...I'm having problems finding an appropriate tow before 9am tmw. It's about 30 miles from home.
• Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery!
  Historical mailing list - James
  Tue, 7 Jul 2015 13:45:22 -0400
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• Success!
  Historical mailing list - Rory Bogar
  Fri, 28 Jun 2013 10:27:32 -0700
  ...After two weeks and finding a few more issues. I am now headed of to the North Cascades for a weekend of camping. Whoo...
• 1.9 engine won't run
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:24:15 -0800
  ...Is there a write up for a step by step fault finding? Or what is the most likely item I need to change? Best...
• Re: Help / Shop Needed Near Amarillo, TX
  Historical mailing list - Jim
  Sat, 5 Jun 2010 08:30:37 -0700
  ...tomorrow (Saturday) morning to get to > Amarillo, TX in hopes of finding a mechanic to sort it out. If anyone > can offer help or...
• Re: CA smog - HC's issue use HEET
  Historical mailing list - William Greenamyer
  Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:06:55 -0400
  ...The trick is finding the leaks, usually from cracks in the pipes but it can also occur at the flanges. William
• Re: Buses FS (CT,MA,NY Areas)?
  Historical mailing list - Don Geiger
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 16:55:24 -0500
  ...Mazda at (914) 381-1818. > Mamaroneck I've heard of people finding drugs in older buses, but a '93 EV? And advertising it?! Maybe...
• Capacity of 2.1 ltr Coolant Pump.
  Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
  Mon, 29 Jan 2001 19:02:27 +1100
  ...I am interested in finding out just how much this pump can circulate. I looked in Bentley and cannot find any reference to the...
• Re: Spring Clamps (was: Re: Replacing cooling system on '87 Westfailia...)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 15:16:07 -0500
  At 03:03 PM 2/5/2001, Alan Bosch wrote: > Even finding the pliers for the >spring clamps is near impossible. Try Sears Roebuck...
• can you put adj armrests on seats that originally had the non-adj.ones?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Apr 2001 13:22:42 EDT
  ...but good luck finding anyone who will take armrests off a good seat... chris [text/html]
• Re: Shifting into 1st gear
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 12:35:53 -0700
  ...I can't imagine some punk jumping into my van, hooking reverse, then finding first gear and taking off in time to make a...
• swapping middle seat for rear-facing seats
  Historical mailing list - James B Robinson
  Mon, 29 Jul 2002 09:27:45 -0700
  ...rear-facing jump seats? Is there more to it than just finding suitable seats and bolting them in? -- [ Jim Robinson -- System Administrator -- ratwerks.com...
• Re: VW vin numbers
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 23 Oct 2006 22:31:13 -0600
  ...http://www.vanagon.com/info/vin/ bob > I am interested in finding out how to read a vw vin number for not just > vanagons...
• Re: I asked the AI program ChatGPT to write a sonnet about finding parts for Volkswagen campers
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Mar 2023 17:21:04 +0000
  ...Tue, Feb 28, 2023 7:33 pm Subject: [VANAGON] I asked the AI program ChatGPT to write a sonnet about finding parts for Volkswagen...
• what's an '80 L worth?
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Sat, 18 Mar 2006 12:21:44 -0500
  I paid $450 for it as it had no power...replaced wire harness resistor after finding broken lead and it ran fine,...needed a...
• Re: Vanagon List vs. Vanagon Owner's Group on Facebook
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:34:10 -0400
  ...For fact-finding missions; however, it definitely has no good use. Cheers, Sudhir On Wed, Jul 22, 2020 at 12:02 PM Cunegonde < cunegonde...
• Re: Vredestein Comtrac Winter tire
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:52:12 -0500
  Any news on your findings, Dan? Eric Eric Wunrow Pictures 303. 988. 8717 VW@EricWunrow.com (for this list's emails) EW@EricWunrow.com...
• Possible aaz/ turbo diesel source?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:39:51 -0600
  ...used on the job had vw turbo diesels? Im looking into finding make of such units to research which motor/s and possible source...
• Anyone know these Canadians?
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Mon, 9 May 2011 20:02:27 -0700
  ...couple Could have been a syncro? �Here's to hope of finding the husband alive soonest, and a speedy recovery to the rescued wife...
• SF Chronicle series: Finding Real America in 6000 mi trek
  Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
  Sun, 4 Oct 2009 04:09:50 -0700
  Thought you might enjoy this first in a travel series from the San Francisco Chronicle. Vanagon content: the author is driving his 89 Westfalia...
• Re: NEED HEAD advice
  Historical mailing list - William H. Collins
  Tue, 3 Nov 1998 12:09:20 EDT
  ...I think I still have the (grease stained) printout of this procedure if anyone has trouble finding it in the archives. Bill '84 Westy
• Good VW Junkyards near central Massacusetts
  Historical mailing list - Alan J. Flint
  Tue, 21 Sep 1999 12:14:43 -0700
  ...I have come to the point in my VW enthusiast career when I would greatly benefit from finding one or two good junkyards in...
• Re: finding TDC
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 6 Jan 2000 01:11:17 +0100
  Jay & Kim Schmidt wrote: > Thanks Bulley, Stuart. > I should offer this. The van is a '84 and I need to find TDC for #1...
• Re: Pop-top conversion link?
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 19 Aug 2001 22:13:48 -0400
  ...anyways, good luck finding info. peace, out. -sudhir Sudhir H. Desai desa4622@yahoo.com ICQ: 8255956 AOLim: rawsuds 1984 Vanagon Z34 1996 Jetta (soon...
• Re: WTB interior door panels
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 21 Feb 2004 11:36:39 EST
  ...good luck finding used as there werent many vanagons w/ all black panels (except other transporters like yours) might want to try sewfine, they...
• door panels needed
  Historical mailing list - chris jackson
  Sun, 24 Oct 2004 10:00:52 -0700
  ...Have been looking around but not finding anything that looks very good @ the yards. I have the westy peel going on. Thank you, Chris...