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• Re: 1995 Eurovan front seat question
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Jun 2002 02:55:20 EDT
  ...Maroon, with grey interior. > > not without some modification to seat track, drilling, cutting etc. chris
• Re: Optima battery installation
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 4 Jan 2003 17:08:39 -0400
  On 3 Jan 2003, developtrust wrote: > I've lost the URL for the Harald and Nancy modification to install the > yellow top battery upright...
• drilling and interior modifications
  Historical mailing list - Chris Wyatt
  Fri, 25 Jul 2003 11:31:16 -0800
  I'm adding furniture to my '87 Syncro GL. What is the best way to attach things to the interior walls and roof of...
• [Fwd: beetle for sale]
  Historical mailing list - Cunninghams
  Tue, 06 May 1997 18:59:23 -0400
  ...7bit Hey, For Sale 1972 Super Beetle 32,000 original miles professional repaint Never any rust at all Minor bolt on modifications Very nice...
• Re: Air Filters, K & N, extra performance?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sat, 3 Apr 1999 09:49:51 -0500
  ...I'm selling DO fit standard 2.1 liter Vanagons without modification. They are on the bargains page of the website. - Ron Salmon The...
• Slidingdoor modification for wide rear tires and fender flares
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Fri, 8 Dec 2000 01:31:36 EST
  Someone in the past said they knew of a kit of some sort that will make the sliding door extend further out to clear...
• Re: opening rear hatch from inside van
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Thu, 11 Apr 2002 14:26:55 -0700
  ...opening rear hatch from inside van > I would also like to know how to go about making this modification. > -Loretta > 87 Syncro > 90 GL...
• Re: Favourite Free Modifications
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sat, 13 Aug 2005 21:27:33 EDT
  In a message dated 8/13/05 10:41:14 AM, JordanVw@AOL.COM writes: << thats what the oil /coolant cap is for :<) chris...
• Re: Dometic question. (yes did search archives.... ;^)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 27 Jun 2006 11:13:42 -0400
  One additional modification you can do is to use a test tube brush and clean out the vent .Use something that will remove the...
• Re: Who syncro-knows it all?
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Mon, 4 Sep 2006 13:51:31 -0700
  ...the relevant articles are on http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Syncro/files/modifications/2WD%20to%204WD%20by%20Hamm/ you need to become a...
• Re: what the vw waterboxer offers?? wasRe: 85 Westfalia beeping
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 30 May 2001 22:27:49 EDT
  ...25 mpg highway (WITH the modifications I made) (can increase when I tune the FI to the modifications based on the recant posts about...
• Re: Seat Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Phil Menchions
  Sat, 24 Nov 2001 06:01:07 -0500
  ...Seat Modifications > Do you imply that you can replace the front snapped on curtain with a > curtain rod type for the front? That would...
• Re: GoWesty fridge modification -- which way around?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 6 Aug 2017 23:38:43 +0000
  ...182B fridge in my '84 Westie since I > > fitted the GoWesty modification and upgraded fan. My question is: > > which way round does it fit...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 4 Apr 2014 (#2014-197)
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Fri, 4 Apr 2014 21:36:42 -0700
  ...Do they fit Vanagons without trouble/hassle/modification beyond wheel bolt/stud length? Are they strong enough? Are tires available? Gregory Smith '88 Vanagon...
• Re: optima batteries that fit under the driver's seat
  Historical mailing list - Tim Whynot
  Wed, 26 Dec 2012 22:31:13 -0500
  ...44a/h that does fit in the drivers battery box without modification. I have one under the seat and two under the sink, I...
• AFM capacitor
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
  Tue, 7 Jul 1998 23:48:54 -0700
  Does anybody recall what wires to connect the capacitor to for the AFM modification? I used to have a printout of a web page...
• Re: 215's fitting in the spare tire compartment?
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Tue, 15 Jul 2003 09:42:03 -0700
  Seth Hatfield at H&R motors in Santa Barbara does an excellent modification that allows fitting a 215x75-15 BFG All Terrain/KO into...
• Re: Eurovan Modification on eBay (f)
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 16 May 2005 18:46:21 -0600
  On 5/16/05 6:31 PM, "vanagon teepee" <vanagonteepee@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > I know it's Monday, but this is borderline and the...
• Re: � � � Re: Comments on Das h and Gauge Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 23 May 2005 20:53:46 EDT
  In a message dated 5/23/05 4:22:26 PM, refisher@MCHSI.COM writes: > Got any shots of the finished installation in-van...
• Spray Nozzles??
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 09:20:34 -0400
  ...1) is there a better spray nozzle for the vanagons? 2) Is there a better CHEAP modification for these nozzles? 3) Is this cheap...
• Too much time on my hands- GPS mount
  Historical mailing list - Bob Wing
  Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:29:24 -0500
  ...No modification to the van. And when parked, leaving it in place without the GPS suction mount on it doesn't tip that a...
• toyota 2C diesel engine
  Historical mailing list - Michel Bertin
  Tue, 25 Mar 2003 12:40:08 -0400
  ...I wonder if it fit under the lid without modification to your floor or engine cover? Thanks
• jetta tranny to a diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dave Cromwell
  Mon, 14 Jul 2003 14:46:03 -0700
  ...so,would there be any advantage over a 4 spd? What modifications would be necessary? Dave Cromwell tortugasmarinas@yahoo.com __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC...
• Re: Voltage Stabilizer Blows
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 10 Mar 1998 07:20:56 -0500
  ...I had to > make some modifications due to a stripped screw that holds it to the copper > on the ribbon connection strip. I had...
• Re: Alternative Steering Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 3 Oct 2002 16:19:30 EDT
  ...But as far as VW's are concerned and not having to do any modifications, I can't think of one which can fit...
• Re: Increased WBX displacement
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 7 Sep 2008 08:40:16 -0700
  Most of the modifications Lilley�exspoused were just normal hot-rodding tricks. Careful balancing of all rotating and reciprocating masses, bearing matching, correct valve...
• Re: Westy closet mods?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 06:53:03 EST
  ...I don't usually hang clothes in it, so shelves? Drawers? While I mull ideas for modifications, I would enjoy hearing about (or seeing...
• New LED lighting and camping updates
  Historical mailing list - J B
  Fri, 8 Nov 2013 01:45:09 -0500
  Just wanted to share my latest interior lighting modification. Very happy wi= th the end result and thanks to Jarrett for the inspiration. Feel...
• Re: Hazards not working properly 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 3 Oct 2012 19:55:17 -0700
  Check fuse #9. (turn signals use a different fuse) If not that fuse then you might need to provide details about any modifications to...
• Re: 1990 Westfalia For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:16:11 -0500
  Will the later model velour seats with armrests from a westy or vanagon fit onto the rails of an 82 westy without modification? Is...
• Re: Electronic Ignition
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Tue, 25 Jul 95 17:36:35 PDT
  ...Installation was very easy and there are no permanent modifications to the distributor <so you can convert back later, if you want>. I've...
• 83 Westy L; Radio Install
  Historical mailing list - Rissman
  Sat, 15 May 1999 07:49:55 -0700
  Does anybody have suggestions on which radio to use for this bus without modifications to the dash. Crutchfield catalog has a few according to...
• Re: 1986 & 1987 Transporters are now Importable!
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 12 Jul 2007 01:53:13 -0700
  ...minor modifications > and > lots of paperwork apparently....... > flo Flo, If I were you, I would ask Autostadtwest has dramatically revised pricing for T3's...
• Re: #Engine in 1990 Vanagon 2.1L cutting out randomly
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 07:06:52 EDT
  I have the same problem on my '87 and it has a relatively new AFM and the harness modification (capacitor). Gary ----Original Message Follows...
• throttle body modification question 84 to 85
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
  Thu, 18 Feb 1999 00:45:00 -0500
  ...My mechanic did a great job-IMHO-on the modification and I wonder if the stiffness in the accelerator pedal is common among 84...
• Insurance - Replacement Value Policy?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 08:55:21 -0800
  ...Full Documentation Package Available. - Receipts for all renovation,rebuild and modifications - Photos of Everything 2. Replacement Value Policy: I have met with a few...
• Re: 5cyl EV engine in Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - James Cohen
  Sun, 20 Sep 1998 18:24:54 -0400
  ...More importantly is the length and any modification to the rear deck height. James
• engine swaps - weight differences
  Historical mailing list - John Y. Hung
  Thu, 3 Dec 1998 11:57:53 -0500
  ...Are suspension modifications recommended? John Hung 84 GL Auburn, AL
• Spare storage modification
  Historical mailing list - Rob Wilke
  Mon, 11 Oct 1999 20:36:50 +0000
  I recently converted over to 15" wheels with taller tires on them and of course my tire storage area up front no longer will...
• Mack Rail Bus, ca. '20's
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sat, 18 Aug 2001 22:15:03 -0500
  Now here is a modification that I'm going tomake to my 85 that�will permit the rapid transit of HK and myself out...
• Re: Front seat replacements
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Oct 2002 11:07:09 EST
  ...was wondering if > the Eurovan seats fit in the tracks without modification. eurovan seats wont fit a vanagon. i assume you have a 91...
• Re: Headlight / turn signal problems
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:57:32 -0400
  ...Otherwise,the headlight relay modification worked well on my truck. See my website: http://neksiel.20m.com/ Ken Lewis
• Re: Westy Rear Closet Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Tom Sinclair
  Fri, 25 Nov 2005 20:14:39 -0800
  ...RAlanen@AOL.COM> wrote: > > > Here's the way > _Westy Rear Closet Modification_ > > (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/closet.htm) < that > > rear closet on your...
• Re: FS: Vanagon w/2.5L Subaru - Nashville
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 8 Sep 2009 16:20:12 -0600
  ...the price is so reasonable considering all the upgrades/modifications that it seems waaaaayunder-priced to me. bob On Tue, Sep 8, 2009 at...
• website update
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 28 Apr 2002 12:54:04 -0700
  ...http://homepage.mac.com/alistairbell/home/ Added Joel Walker's "big list o' modifications" that he occasionally posts to the list, Terry Kay's...
• Re: Wanted: Extended Sliding Door Arm
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 15:36:42 -0400
  ...had an atricle on DIY (if you can weld) door arm modification to clear larger wheels. Keith Adams calgary.ab.ca 86 Westy (almost...
• Re: Behr, of a price, A/C unit
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 28 Sep 2005 23:40:33 EDT
  ...grand !? > JC... > are they made specifically for a vanagon? or something Universal that "can be made to fit with *slight* (aka major) modifications"....? chris
• Re: How opinions change
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:03:15 +0200
  The only major modification is the mid-engine Audi V6 tiptronik, unfortunately with all the implied consequences: 4disc brakes, instrument cluster, shifter. Other than...
• Re: D ecu and ICU
  Historical mailing list - David J
  Sun, 16 Jul 2006 18:53:16 -0700
  ...To get extra air, you need to add ratio rockers (a bolt-on modification), or change the cam shaft (requiring splitting the case) or...
• Re: Tools and spare parts
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 8 Feb 2012 09:19:23 -0600
  ...also interesting that vw simply assumed that folks would be driving in places where the modifications described would be a good idea. i don...
• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Sat, 28 May 2011 20:36:16 -0400
  ...wrote: > Engine upgrade? Floor mats? New refrigerator? Tie-died curtains? > > What modification, upgrade, change of decor, or "other," has given you > the most pleasure...
• Eurovan Winnebago Faucet fits Vanagon Westfalia sink?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Hart
  Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:11:06 -0800
  ...and allows the sink lid to close w/o any special modifications?) (GoWesty part # 121732-01-01A or Shurflo 94-009-10). The switch...
• Weekender seat/bed into my '81--How do you install it?
  Historical mailing list - Michael S. Nichols
  Mon, 13 Sep 1999 06:00:39 -0400
  ...How does it go? Major modifications required? If anyone on the list has done this, please let me know how it turned out for...
• Re: Welding up 16" rear trailing arms
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Tue, 15 Feb 2000 17:21:58 -0700
  ...What else needs to be done to go to 16" on the rear? What about the front? What other modifications go into a 16...
• Re: Favorite Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 10:34:56 -0500
  >6. Adjustable fuel pressure regulator, 50 Psi and love the throttle. >Mileage is unchanged at 21 hwy. and 19 city. What is an 'adjustable...
• big bore w/boxers?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 06:45:11 EDT
  ...When I developed my modifications to my WBX, I wish they were available... Robert [text/html]
• Re: Is there any way... Voltage Drop!!!
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Sun, 9 Sep 2001 06:40:09 -0400
  Headlight relay modification, my web site. Be there or be some where else. Good Luck and Drive Safely Ken Lewis 86 Crewcab,60 356...
• FS: 15" South African Vanagon wheels, new in box
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Sat, 9 Feb 2002 01:53:36 -0500
  ...Fit all Vanagons perfectly with no modifications. Offset is ET30, width 6.5". See what they look like at http://www.mindspring.com/~thewestyman...
• Re: Improvement or desecration?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Sullivan
  Fri, 5 Apr 2002 12:12:53 -0700
  ...Though, I have seen some modifications that I would have never thought of and am quite impressed. Scot See Dave Matthews Band live or...
• Re: A/C tune-up time
  Historical mailing list - Geo Hahn
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 18:19:24 -0700
  ...Has anyone done a modification to 134A?? > I have used a product called Freeze12 in my wife's Toyota with satisfactory results... may try...