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• Wind noise?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Tue, 27 May 2008 00:23:18 -0400
  ...Thanks very much for any tips! -Wes '83 1.9l westy
• Re: Longevity tips
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Sat, 9 Jan 1999 09:03:59 -0800
  ...CYBURBAN.COM> 01/09 2:53 AM >>> All of these longevity tips are interesting, but remember that you cannot assume that just because someone...
• Re: insurance claim tips
  Historical mailing list - Richard Brassaw
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 09:29:42 -0700
  ...insurance claim tips Hi all. My 83.5 Westy was stolen and crashed on Monday night. It was in good condition, little rust, etc...
• Re: Longevity tips (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Steven Min
  Fri, 8 Jan 1999 23:56:40 -0800
  ...My tips to longevity? do regular maintenance and run some fuel injection cleaner thru the system once in awhile and think nice thoughts to...
• Any detailing tips?
  Historical mailing list - Julia Schrenkler
  Thu, 29 Apr 2004 22:10:36 -0500
  ...A thorough wash, a quality wax, an interior detailing...I can't wait! Any detailing tricks, tips, or travesties to share? Currently I'm...
• Sliding Door Rail Cover Removal?
  Historical mailing list - Louis Rumanes
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 20:48:10 -0400
  Hi, Anybody got any tips on getting the rail cover off of an 89 westy? I've taken the screws out but I'm...
• Poptop Seal Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 14:41:36 -0500
  ...Anyone got any good tips to make the install as non-frustrating as possible? Thanks in advance, Jay Brown '85 Vanagon Westfalia
• ignition switch removal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Burchill
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 19:00:43 -0500
  ...Anyone have any tips for me? TIA! -- sbb \:)> /:(>
• Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 17:15:43 -0500
  ...maint tips? ::: :::Hey. Mucho good pics! ::: :::I recall seeing them some time ago. likely wouldn't have re-found :::(such a cromulant word) the...
• Re: Fw: IT'S ALIVE (and it's a turbo-diesel) Chap 2. "The first tankful"
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 2 Jul 1998 08:23:30 -0400
  ...Any tips for us gas-guzzlers retro-fitting a diesel INTO our boxes? Cheers, <bold>Michael J. Sullivan </bold><italic>Director of Catalog Design...
• Re: Purchasing accessories in Germany
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Mon, 17 Aug 1998 13:38:19 -0700
  ...Anyone needing tips for tax refunds and tips on purchasing in Germany, email me directly. Bj�rn Bj�rn Ratjen Mill Bay, B.C...
• Re: Tips for syncro Starter installation???
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Wed, 26 May 1999 17:08:54 -0400
  ...26 May 1999, Nathaniel Merrill wrote: > ANybody out there have any tips for the syncro starter install? For instance: > Do I really need to...
• radiator replacement tips
  Historical mailing list - todd goodno
  Mon, 22 May 2000 18:41:04 MDT
  hey everyone, just did a stupid thing today and put a fence pole through my radiator,any tips to removing and replacing the radiator...
• Re: Spark plugs
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 7 Sep 2012 07:52:45 -0700
  ...Spark plugs | |you may be under the misconception that the spark will go/come |from all 4 tips simultaneously (requiring more power). This is...
• Re: Alaska trip tips
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Butler
  Wed, 18 Apr 2007 08:57:00 -0500
  ...Alaska trip tips >Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2007 06:35:20 -0700 > >joel walker typed: > >>it's not for men only, or women only...
• Re: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:09:31 -0800
  ...VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, February 23, 2009 9:00 PM Subject: Tips 'n' Tricks - cold cylinder check > From the old days of working on...
• Cv joint recomendations
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Jul 2014 17:29:24 -0700
  Any tips on which cv joints to avoid? Favorites? I've wentbthrough more than seems appropriate, will be replacing w four German (gky?) Ones...
• Slider door bug screen??
  Historical mailing list - davidson
  Sat, 22 Aug 1998 19:20:14 -0700
  Does anyone know if a mosquito net is made for the vanagon sliding door? And if it is, where to get it? Or tips...
• Re: stripped oil drain plug
  Historical mailing list - ncdragonfly
  Tue, 1 Jun 1999 13:57:58 -0400
  SAFE_T plug? I have never used one can you give me a brief description of how it works and/or any tips for...
• new AFM
  Historical mailing list - Tim Mccallum
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 16:37:35 EST
  ...out tomrrow is there anthying I need to know about changeing it out,tips or shortcuts.or things not to do Tim [text/html]
• need light replacement...
  Historical mailing list - Chris D'Amico
  Thu, 30 May 2002 16:03:22 -0700
  ...any tips on getting a new one? thanks chris __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! - Official partner of 2002 FIFA World Cup http://fifaworldcup.yahoo.com
• removing the stove/fridge unit
  Historical mailing list - Damon Lowe
  Fri, 6 Apr 2007 14:52:12 -0400
  ...of the cabinetry? I would like to remove everything forward of the rear seat, propane tank included...are there any tips or tricks? Thanks
• 88 Westie: Problematic Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Chris Paquette
  Tue, 24 Nov 1998 17:15:11 -0800
  ...Any tips, pointers, or other help would be appreciated. Chris Paquette '88 Westie, Rozinante Los Angeles
• Re: 10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled Vanagon camper
  Historical mailing list - Pat Spragge/RFAN
  Wed, 7 Oct 2015 14:52:11 -0700
  ...10/07 TIPS for Passing CA test-only smog? An 1981 air-cooled Vanagon camper Sent by: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: Tips for removing drums??
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 3 Jul 2008 10:25:40 -0700
  ...0700 >> From: musomuso@gmail.com >> To: aquasheck@hotmail.com >> Subject: Re: Tips for removing drums?? >> CC: vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com >> >> Back off shoes. E...
• Front disc replacement - '85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Wed, 27 Aug 2003 15:55:09 -0400
  ...I searched the archives, but came up empty for tips on this phase of the job. Here are my questions: 1. Is it possible...
• AFM - Open. Now what?
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Tue, 9 Mar 2004 00:35:47 -0600
  ...Any tips at this point? What's the best way to reseal the unit? Thanks, Warren Lail 88 Westy "Billy Bones" 87 GL "Long...
• Paint preparation tips...
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Tue, 25 Jul 2017 07:42:52 -0700
  Can someone offer a suggestion on a good way to Not loose the ends of the wiper fluid tubes inside the dash, after removing...
• Re: 1.9l WBX to 2.1l WBX Swap Tips? Oldvolkshome, THX!
  Historical mailing list - C B
  Tue, 21 Jan 2014 16:08:36 -0800
  Jeff (Stewart) kindly directed me to Jim's (Thompson) swap write-up: http://www.oldvolkshome.com/19to21.htm -- Bretts 1983 1.9l WBX Ivory...
• High top?
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:23:40 -0700
  Anyone out there have suggestions for high top suppliers, installers, tips or suggestions? And what is the market for the pop top if/when...
• Re: Subaru tips
  Historical mailing list - Woodcock, Frank
  Mon, 20 Jul 1998 11:25:46 +0100
  Pictures of a Subaru engine swap with an Australian article are at my website ht.//www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~mpages/ Also there are...
• Re: "Westfalia" DECAL install tips?
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Thu, 1 Apr 1999 14:21:09 -0500
  Other than lining up properly, are there any tricks to applying a "WESTFALIA" decal? The crinkle finish looks like it could make it difficult...
• Re: to the list
  Historical mailing list - Stuart
  Wed, 26 Jan 2000 20:17:22 -0800
  Sam, You are on the Internet, information at your finger tips! Just go to Yahoo! and type in "currency conversion." You will find many...
• Re: Diesel fuel tank Qs
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sat, 25 Mar 2000 16:19:11 +0100
  Tobin Copley wrote: > Any answers, advice, or tips, would be most appreciated. Have you checked The Bus Depot? AFAIK, they have tanks available, or...
• losing power
  Historical mailing list - moonwoodfreeze
  Fri, 29 Dec 2000 14:42:52 -0500
  ...any opinions on what causes this? any preventative tips? thanks, joe 1986 vanagon [text/html]
• chains vs. cables?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Wheaton
  Sat, 6 Jan 2001 22:23:36 -0800
  ...cables and any other 'driving in snowy conditions' tips? Jim Wheaton
• Kill The Thread
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Mon, 9 Jul 2001 08:53:38 -0700
  Come on, volks! Van break ins are enough of a problem, why make it easier by spinning a long thread of insider tips from...
• HOW TO COOK RICE (F)
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 5 Oct 2002 19:22:02 EDT
  more cooking tips, this time rice with saurkraut.. let the whole thing load.. :<) <A HREF="http://www.gti-vr6.net/GTI_vs_Civic/">http...
• something completely different -- Friday
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Fri, 7 Mar 2003 09:39:59 -0800
  ...wouldn't have used anything that was junk ;-) Irreverently, Brian __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - forms, calculators, tips, more http://taxes.yahoo.com/
• Re: urban camping tips
  Historical mailing list - Higginbotham, David A.
  Wed, 20 Aug 2003 12:51:12 -0400
  Just curious, what are the typical consequences of getting caught? If you are not parked in a marked tow away zone what can they...
• Removing/reinstalling pilot shaft trans seal
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Thu, 20 Nov 2003 14:37:20 -0500
  ...Anyone have any tips for removing the input pilot shaft seal on the transmission while the shaft and the bellhousing are installed? TIA Regards...
• GULP! Syncro GL to Syncro Westy backyard conversion...I am not afraid!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Work
  Sat, 20 Nov 2004 11:28:27 EST
  Seeking advice (positive and negative) and tips for a homegrown Syncro to Westy Syncro conversion from anyone who has perfomed this operation in the...
• Vanagon 84 brown and beige driverside door
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sheridan
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 20:42:07 -0500
  ...thanks for any tips or leads. All the best, Michael
• Re: Best chance of passing emmissions?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 17:16:15 EDT
  In a message dated 8/18/05 2:55:47 PM, gronski@GMAIL.COM writes: << What are the tips? >> Run it almost empty and...
• Re: wheel bearings
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 20 Sep 2006 17:12:35 -0400
  ...wheel bearings need to be replaced.(1991) I'm wondering how hard a job this is and if anyone has some tips thanks Jim >
• thermostat housing
  Historical mailing list - patrick rueb
  Wed, 28 May 2008 18:28:03 -0700
  ...is it allen,torx or triple square??? also if there any tips in replacing this? thanks Patrick
• Paint and other care questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 8 Apr 2021 13:53:53 -0400
  ...Any tips on how to buff back a car is appreciated. I need to be careful as When I did this as a young...
• Re: Tips and Tricks Request - Change fuel hose from tank to pump
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 11 Oct 2013 23:54:52 -0400
  ...11, 2013 6:54 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Tips and Tricks Request - Change fuel hose from tank to pump Now I...
• Re: Belt replacement tips???
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 25 Nov 2007 12:49:40 -0800
  ...Belt replacement tips??? It's time to replace all the belts on our '86 with A/C and P/S. I've done belts...
• Re: Alaska trip tips
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 19 Apr 2007 12:26:30 -0800
  ...Alaska trip tips To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > I was wondering if anyone would care to offer some tips on traveling > to Alaska by...
• Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 12:07:45 -0800
  ...maint tips? > >Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2007 10:56:23 -0800 > > > >Hi all. > > > >Dash is coming out. Wiper arms have way too much play...
• Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 5 Dec 2022 19:44:00 -0500
  ...My 85 is much easier. >> >> Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the pressure a bit? I’m...
• Re: Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
  Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:30:56 +0000
  ...Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > "Do a 'walk around' the van and check things visually > while filling up." > > I...
• Re: Sliding door adjustment tips
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 28 Jun 2018 02:28:34 +0000
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• Re: tips for installing the Bus Depot poptop seal?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:03:08 -0400
  At 12:57 AM 6/24/2011, Jeff Palmer wrote: >busdepot.com website - just wondering if anyone has anything to add! Trim large. You...
• replacing windscreen seals
  Historical mailing list - SL. Gallagher
  Thu, 14 Sep 1995 23:24:54 +0100 (BST)
  ...Any tips on replacing those seals without breaking the glass? (Have been told it's "a real b*****d of a job" ! ) Thanks, Sarah.
• replacement radio
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sat, 12 Dec 1998 16:41:45 -0800
  ...Does anyone have good/bad experience with them? Tips on installing radio? Thanks Bill 90 Westy Syncro Lake Tahoe
• drain plug out of a manual trans?
  Historical mailing list - Racer X
  Mon, 15 Mar 1999 08:31:28 +0000
  ...Any tips/tricks to getting that filler plug and drain plug out of a manual trans?? Been struggling with it! THANKS! 87GL Vanagon
• Wiring harness install - tips, tricks?
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sat, 20 Aug 2005 03:49:46 -0400
  I'm going to be installing a new wiring harness in my van and was curious if there was anything I should be wary...
• Re: Rotor Stuck - Need tips and tricks for removal
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 16 Feb 2011 13:52:21 -0800
  RE: Removing Stuck Rotor Yeah. A big pair of Vicegips. Squeeze and pull until it comes off or breaks. Mine broke but no big...