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• Re: Gasoline Grade?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 13 Mar 1997 15:05:45 -0500 (EST)
  ...Shell's additive will be added to fuel going into shell trucks, etc. Most independent sellers of gas and some majors too use Chevron...
• What's the dilly on the Haynes.......
  Historical mailing list - Jesse and Monica Johnson
  Tue, 14 Oct 2003 21:23:00 -0400
  ...I found one for 55 dollars...but if it is no good...i won't bother shelling my money out. Anyone? thanks, jesse 89...
• Re: Engine oil
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:57:43 -0400
  ...What do you guys think of >> the diesel oils like this the shell rotella stuff like this >> >> https://www.autozone.com/motor-oil-and...
• Re: Size for the clam shell bolt
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Jul 2017 13:58:21 -0400
  the lug bolts do work tho. been using one to hold the spare up for years and it never worked loose... In a message...
• Re: 195R-14 HANKOOK RA08
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 26 Aug 2013 06:38:29 -0400
  I'm using 195R-14 on my '85 Westy and they fit in the clam shell just fine. I really like them. The speedometer...
• Re: European vs. US specs
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Mon, 22 May 2000 17:46:39 -0600
  ...BTW my business was at Patch Barracks, and the day we were there was when Shelly--- (impossible to spell) replaced Colin Powell as head...
• Re: look what i found.
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 08:14:06 -0700
  I say go with it, now if i could only change the shell type to a vanabox. hehe On 16 Apr 2003, David Brodbeck...
• Vanagon KEYS
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 09:30:42 -0500
  ...Rusty Brown Syncro 1986, (daily driver), a gold Syncro 1986 with engine swap, Silver Syncro 1987, just a shell right now, and a 2WD...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 2 Jun 2020 to 3 Jun 2020 (#2020-193)
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Thu, 4 Jun 2020 07:51:50 -0600
  ...for my Westy! > > https://www.shell-livedocs.com/data/published/en-US/1a88150e-4be5-431f-ae= <https://www.shell-livedocs.com/data/published/en...
• Tires again...sorry gang
  Historical mailing list - Boquist, Carl E Unknown
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 19:48:07 -0400
  ...Anybody have any ideas before I shell out the big bucks? I drive a 89 Wolfsburg custom, metallic blue with the table, bed, and...
• Re: New member's starting problem
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Nov 94 16:40:18 PST
  ...I decided to switch gas!!! I switched from Arco to Shell. The problem hasn't bothered me since then (for about 2 months now...
• Awning track?
  Historical mailing list - Ed Goodrow
  Mon, 9 Aug 1999 00:25:03 EDT
  Hello all, simple question from a Westy newbie....above the sliding door and hidden by the camper shell when closed is a long (4...
• Re: Diesel Oil in a vanagon - is it safe?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 1 Mar 2015 09:36:24 -0800
  This is just one brand but in searching Shell Rotella Diesel oil, I see there's 3 different types available here in Canada from...
• FS 91 Non Rusty Vanagon Shell for sale
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:17:04 -0500
  ...This shell appears to not have any body or seam rust on it and since it is stripped down to the bare bones, you...
• '79 engine in '74?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Nottingham
  Wed, 20 Apr 1994 19:31:37 -0400 (EDT)
  Hey all, i have a friend who just had a '74 shell given to him, and is looking for an engine. The local junkyard...
• dealing with wierd noises...
  Historical mailing list - Austin Silvester
  Thu, 7 Mar 1996 23:07:56 -0800 (PST)
  ...go to the dealer; shell out $500. (we treat our cars like we do our health?)
• Re: Dash Panel interchange.
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Tue, 27 Feb 2001 11:47:32 -0800
  ...You can open up the connector shell and move the pins around... > > d > > David Beierl - Providence, RI > http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ > '84...
• Re: Can't remove pilot bearing
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Wed, 27 Jun 2001 22:21:06 -0400
  ...then cut a small grove down the length of the outer shell of the pilot bearing it will then gladly cave in. you then...
• Repainting Emblems
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 30 Jun 2006 15:11:30 -0700
  ...get your rear VW and Vanagon emblems looking shiny and new: shell out the $25-$30 apiece to get new ones. Nothing even comes...
• Re: Can I use The Right Stuff on crankcase halves?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:50:03 -0400
  ...case apart, my local VW indy also recommended the indian gasket shellac. I used it and never had any leaks. This was on an...
• Re: Vanagon fuel requirement
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 14 Sep 1998 21:52:08 -0700
  ...As for myself, I use fuel from the big three here >in Canada (Shell, Esso, Petro-Canada (formerly Gulf Canada Roy O. '87 >Westfalia...
• Re: Syncor chasis & Sunroof Vanagon shell
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 27 Jan 2003 08:18:44 -0600
  ...Syncor chasis & Sunroof Vanagon shell > > > > Herb Mooney wrote: > > > This may a completely dumb question, or it may be almost > impossible so > be > > > nice to...
• Re: early Friday (FFFFFFF)
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Apr 1996 11:29:57 -0400
  ...Hold the peanut shells, please, Steve Dolan (No pun too low, no joke too cheap)
• sagging handle syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Gary Nichols
  Tue, 28 Jan 97 14:00:25 PST
  ...I have an '82, did the design get beefier in the newer models? Should I shell out $80 for a new one at the...
• Bar's Leaks
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Tue, 2 Jan 2007 16:03:59 -0700
  ...s Leaks radiator > products. > To my surprise, ginger root and almond shells are the main > ingredients. > > I've had great success with their products...
• Campmor Catalogue (v. cool)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Jul 1995 14:21:56 -0700
  ...These are intended as extentions of the camper shell config. looks like it could work similar to the early rear located privy tents. AWNINGS...
• Re: Friday - NVC - Air Cooled Question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:45:51 -0700
  ...Unless the 36hp was used to propel a very small snail shell.;-)
• Re: Does the H4 bulb put out more light than the 9004 bulb?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 9 Nov 2009 20:11:21 -0800
  ...the light output the H4 shell is better (MUCH better) focused so you can actually see where you are going. David Marshall VW Adventure...
• Stupid wire question...really... (temp 2 wire)
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:46:51 -0400
  Hello List, Say that I found a wire to the Temp 2 sensor stripped of its shell, but that the wire looks intact to...
• yet still another sticker
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Mar 1995 15:11:53 -0700
  ...Cab (European) \\\ /// \\\ /// '57 Oval Window (73,900 miles) \\\ /// \\\ //\ /// '63 15 Window (Shell/Project for MUCH later)/// \\\ //A\\ /// '67 PopTop Westy (Ground up resto) \\\ /// \\\/// \\/// '83...
• Wiper motor drive shaft T2
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Mar 1996 17:19:45 PST
  ...I really don't want to shell out $150 for a new wiper motor. TIA Clay
• Re: MPH and MPG
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 31 May 1997 21:21:35 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Can you say "Kamm-back Pick-em-up" Friends have reported similar, but less drastic improvement in mpg with a camper shell installed. JoE
• Re: Need Battery help
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Wed, 9 Aug 2000 14:51:26 -0600
  ...Adam, I recall that the Optima posts consist of an inner core and an outer shell, and these need to be soldered together when...
• Re: [CONCH-L] Freshwater barnacle
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 10 Aug 2004 20:00:57 +1200
  ...Mienis Funny, in 1990 I found a colony of these flourishing in a tributary of the Peace River, not too far from Shell Ck...
• muffler options
  Historical mailing list - Chasteen, Jonathan M. MM3 (CVN69)
  Wed, 21 Jun 2006 18:29:00 -0400
  ...Right now my muffler is just a rusted shell and I kind of like the sound but I need a new one. V/R...
• Re: They're GIVING Vanagons away in San Diego!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 20 Feb 2009 20:01:46 -0500
  ...It's a "rolling shell." I'm sure that means no engine, and I suspect no seats etc. Also I bet the picture was...
• Re: Looking for SFBay Salvage Yard to Accept Van Shell
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 17 Sep 2004 18:14:21 -0700
  ...Mark Craig Oda wrote: >Hi, I'm looking for a salvage yard in the SF Bay area that will accept >a shell van for...
• Re: Clam shell question
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 9 Jan 2014 20:20:09 -0600
  ...Clam shell question >> >> Hi Volks! I am making the step to 15" wheels. My size decision is between >> 205/75/15 or 215/75...
• Re: red rock/food/etc.
  Historical mailing list - Yvonne Reineke
  Fri, 26 Apr 1996 00:14:25 +1200
  ...At least, I'd try to get german coffee and brew it using Bob Hoover's grandmother's recipe plus eggs shells! Gary Gibson...
• Re: 16" Syncro Double Cab on eBay.de
  Historical mailing list - SStones
  Wed, 22 Jan 2003 09:10:06 -0500
  ...18298&item=3108950573&rd=1 I've never seen that hard shell thing on a doublecab before. Does anyone know if that thing attaches...
• Re: Suckers beware: Re: Interesting item on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 17 Mar 2004 12:56:34 EST
  ...Ignoring for the moment the mentality of the seller..If the shell has an Front Drive and a Driveshaft and an instrument cluster it...
• ATF in DIFF!
  Historical mailing list - Oliver Balson
  Fri, 24 Dec 2004 02:50:53 EST
  ...sub-par DIY mechanic handle this project or is it worth shelling ou the $$ (also how much $ can I expect to drop?) Thanks,Oliver...
• Re: Lighting options - again.
  Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
  Fri, 29 Dec 2000 19:59:33 -0800
  If that indeed they are the same as a Golf, Dealer list is $96 for the center replacement headlight shells. Rennie VolksDragon@earthlink.net...
• Re: [CONCH-L] Freshwater barnacle
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 12 Aug 2004 02:19:15 +1200
  ...Funny, I've never managed to send a Vanagon message to the shell list... yet.
• Looking for someone who can MIG/TIG weld sheet metal for my Doka shell in SF Bay Area
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 15 Mar 2005 03:18:32 -0800
  Is there anyone in the area who can help? I need someone who can weld a sheel made of sheetmetal. Recommendations? It's a...
• Re: Hurricane Ike vs. Vanagon and a shell to use/ Syncro being parted out.
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 7 Oct 2008 17:28:46 -0500
  ...I don't want to get your hopes too high, but I have a 90GL "shell" in a Burgundy color that I was going...
• Re: Which clutch?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:01:17 -0500
  ...My LUK clutch has been going strong now for almost > 10 years and over 100k on it, including towing a Vanagon > shell 400 miles...
• Re: Grape Racing
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Fri, 16 Jun 1995 15:56:01 -0700 (PDT)
  ...buys the beer... > I do believe that Bradley, Martha, David and Shelley are going to like that one. I forgot to tell you folks...
• Re: Newbie considering purchase of 88 "Transporter"
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Jan 2007 20:41:34 EST
  ...Buying my Doka put me into debt though ..most money i ever shelled out for a car ever.. the 6ft bed works out well...
• Re: Re Lockable Cover for the Westy Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - John Fleming
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 21:29:18 -0500
  ...Since most of the = cost of this would be in the building of the initial mold for the shell, = I was wondering if anyone...
• Re: Westy CB Antenna Mounting Location
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Wed, 8 Jul 1998 08:49:48 -0700
  ...is the f'glas luggage area over the cab just a shell over the stock roof above the front seats? i.e., is there...
• Yet another sticker idea
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Mar 1995 12:55:55 -0700
  ...Cab (European) \\\ /// \\\ /// '57 Oval Window (73,900 miles) \\\ /// \\\ //\ /// '63 15 Window (Shell/Project for MUCH later)/// \\\ //A\\ /// '67 PopTop Westy (Ground up resto) \\\ /// \\\/// \\/// '83...
• Re: Pop Top Sports Rack
  Historical mailing list - Todd Thompson
  Wed, 1 Sep 1999 23:24:56 EDT
  ...they are made for camper shells. real cool-- also has a shovel/ax mount. 3) mount steel backing plates on the inside for a...
• FREE '67 Bug
  Historical mailing list - Chip & Stephanie
  Mon, 1 May 2000 18:05:58 -0500
  This is a shell. Missing fenders, deck lid, interior. Trunk has big dent in it. The electrics from this car could help in a...
• 86' parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - John \"Shaggy\" Donovan
  Mon, 22 Oct 2001 09:37:27 EDT
  ...So, if you need anything off of it, write me and make me an offer, or if you want to buy the shell as...
• 27x8.5R14 Tires
  Historical mailing list - John Mahnken
  Sat, 22 Feb 2003 17:06:35 -0500
  ...I'd like to make sure I can go with these before I shell out the cash and make a big mistake. TIA, John
• mice
  Historical mailing list - Robert Harris
  Wed, 10 Nov 2004 08:29:34 -0500
  ...are there hidden openings in the body shell I'm not thinking of? Maybe up behind the dash or something? Robert H Ithaca NY...
• Re: The worst feature of shelling out $31,000 for a used Vanagon.
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 13 Oct 2005 14:04:43 -0700
  Dear Dee Dubya, The same goes true for people with more money than time and/or skill. Once the van is done, they find...
• a vanagon trailer??
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Sat, 2 Aug 2008 20:50:47 -0700
  ...Has anybody seen a vanagon chopped into a trailer? I know of a good vanagon shell at a junk yard... it would then match...
• RE: Another Vanagon Stall?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 5 Jan 95 14:50:06 PST
  ...Instead I returned to Shell at a cost of 10 more cents per gallon. The misfiring symptom has been gone for at least 4...