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• Re: Tires again
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 5 Jul 2011 17:00:23 -0500
  Jack, when I bought my van, with stock 14" wheels, it had two 27x8.50R14 LT tires on the rear. mcneely ---- Rocket J Squirrel...
• Re: FS: '84 westy $500 obo VT
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 14 Aug 2005 20:33:28 -0500
  ...so, offer $400 and you got yourself a pretty good deal on a complete westy parts car.>> And a another 500k for a farm...
• Re: Cost of Operating Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Dec 1995 10:14:08 +0500
  ...purchase cost: $4,500.00 4yrs. maint./rep: $2,500.00 4yrs. ins.+tax $2,700.00 gasoline for 103,000 miles $4,500...
• STP WAS==>Re: 20W-50 oil question
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 16:13:01 +0000
  ...20W-50 oil question > > > > I went to sleep early > > 20/50 is the right stuff and can be used most of the year here...
• Re: Audi / Golf and Vanagon auto transmissions ARE the same!!!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 4 Nov 1998 17:54:04 -0800
  ...4:09 2.71 1.50 1.0 2.43 > Golf 3.41 2.71 1.50 1.0 2.43 > Audi 5K 3...
• Re: thoughts on a late model TDI engine into a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Sat, 10 Feb 2018 16:03:02 -0600
  ...IIRC the >> 1z/ahu can use the original 50° oil pan. I believe fast makes 50° oil pans >> for later TDI engines and Weddle...
• Audi 5000 Information (NO VANAGON CONTENT)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Arbaugh
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 13:52:59 -0800
  ...Audi 5000 Information (NO VANAGON CONTENT) Vanagoneers; I'm sorry to tie-up this List with a non-Vanagon post but it appears that...
• Re: Audi 5000 Turbo Rims
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 25 Jun 1999 23:24:37 -0700
  ...Audi 5000 Turbo Rims > Karl Wolz wrote: > > > > I am not at all an expert on such things, but I have been told by a...
• 82 Westy 1.9 TD FS
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Sarriugarte
  Sat, 29 Mar 2003 18:35:05 -0800
  ...dennis@viser.net or 503-585-4695 (daytime or after-hours msg) or 503-871-0584 (cell).
• Re: Long Distance Drive After Motor Break-In?
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Fri, 8 Apr 2005 21:49:44 -0500
  ...Bob reccomended a 500 mile oil change and a 1000 mile oil change. No hwy driving until after 1000 miles. Jake 82 air cooled...
• Re: weak coolant - winter's approaching!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 3 Dec 2009 00:09:21 -0500
  Why do we all use 50/50 antifreeze/water mix? Because that's what auto manufacturers, including VW say use. That mixture will protect...
• lots of leftovers for sale
  Historical mailing list - Martin Peitz
  Thu, 21 Jan 1999 21:44:13 -0600
  ...Loebro, $220 engine longblock, 180tmls, ran fine when parked, $500 muffler mounts with straps, perfect shape, 2 years old, set $50 distributor, used, $80...
• FS: Upper & Lower Control arms, sway bar w/ droplinks, front taller springs, non-PS rack, steering knuckle shaft, etc.
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 25 May 2010 11:12:40 -0700
  ...Replaced bushings less than 500 miles ago but left it sitting for 5 years. Other than whatever wear and tear it took to remove...
• Re: FLAPS for 50 amp fan fuse?
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Thu, 21 Sep 2000 16:05:07 -0700
  ...Maybe I can start my own 50amp fusible link business. Jerry ----- Original Message ----- From: David Luddy <bugle@BILENKY.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
• Anti-Freeze opinions
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Sat, 1 Apr 2017 23:42:39 -0700
  I'm wondering what Vanagon owners think about the name-brand pre-mixed 50/50 antifreeze sold at the local auto parts stores. I...
• Re: Vanagon antennas, closeout price $1.50
  Historical mailing list - David..M
  Thu, 11 Feb 1999 07:16:23 -0500
  ...Only $1.50 each The bad news: You have to buy all 330
• Re: Audi 5000 Turbo Rims
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Sat, 26 Jun 1999 00:12:59 -0600
  ...couple > normally reliable sources that if you machine out the center of a steel > wheel Karl, The Audi 5000 Turbos are aluminum alloy. Larry
• Re: OIL, What do you use?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 21 Oct 1999 00:01:05 -0700
  ...Worn engines get 40 or 50 weight. Don't have to worry about cold starting in Phoenix, and even with 50 weight they crank...
• coolant Saga Con't.
  Historical mailing list - Alain Pierre Hovasse
  Thu, 13 Jul 2000 08:00:02 -0400
  On one of the discussion threads yesterday, someone mentioned that the coolant is mixed 50/50 with water. I was under the impression it...
• Re: Winter Oil?!
  Historical mailing list - Carol Premack
  Wed, 15 Nov 2000 02:19:49 -0600
  I use Castrol Syntec (full synthetic) 5w-50 all year round. The 5w-50 covers all temperature ranges, and the synthetic is clearly superior...
• Re: outlets
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 22 Jun 2001 02:42:28 EDT
  ...black utility outlets for Westys in very good > condition, asking $50 for set plus shipping. > damn good price!, new, theyre $50 each. [text/html]
• FS 86 vanagon, $500 Southern California
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 17 Feb 2003 01:00:06 -0600
  ...restoration car, good body, runs, needs work, second owner, all records, $500 obo, 949-858-7233 now you know as much as i do. :)
• Re: AC parts interchangability
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sat, 18 Jun 2005 13:55:23 -0400
  ...rogersisler2000@yahoo.com> wrote: > Hello, the SD 508 is 5 cyl., and 8 cubic inches.Hence 508. The largest > displacement compressor , and the best...
• Re: How long on the list serv....
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Mar 2006 00:34:51 EST
  ...writes: > ("65 Bus Owner's Manual --> FREE") > > now theyre going for $500 on the samba ..along with those $50,000 '65 deluxe microbuses :<) chris
• VW Toureg TDI in Baja 500
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Mon, 4 Jun 2007 15:02:27 -0700
  Anyone else notice that the VW Dakar Toureg TDI got 11th overall in the Baja 500 this weekend?? Only the Trophy Trucks and one...
• Re: Heading NORTH on 20w-50
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Sun, 12 Dec 1999 09:40:26 -0700
  Budd is right on recommending Castrol Syntec 5W-50 (synthetic). Once your van sits overnight at 0 degrees F or thereabouts, you'll know...
• A few more part for sale
  Historical mailing list - Joe in NH
  Sun, 7 Mar 2004 17:31:10 EST
  ...1.a/c compressor and mount, $50 2.rebuilt alternator, $50 3.ECU,'87 Syncro, $125 4.Wiring harness from the ECU to the...
• Re: Back-up lights
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:06:50 -0400
  ...A 50w halogen and and 50w standard bulb both output the same amount of energy in a second (50 Joules). The halogen produces more...
• Re: TDI engine value
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Tue, 2 Aug 2011 00:31:21 -0400
  ...Without pump and injectors its only worth $500 around my neck of the woods.... Jason On 2011-08-01 11:59 PM, "BenT Syncro...
• Re: Limited slip differential on ice or snow
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 4 Nov 2007 18:42:18 -0800
  ...a 50/50 front/rear weight distribution > >instead of a front weight bias? > > Well, guess what? The Vanagon does have a 50/50 weight...
• Re: TIICO ---how much did people pay for install, and what did they...
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 29 May 2001 10:19:21 EDT
  ...1- Oxygen Sensor- $50 1- Catalytic Convertor- $120 1- Wiring harness for Oxygen Sensor- $20 1- Muffler- $120 1- Tail Pipe- $20 1- Right...
• Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 19 Jun 2012 06:06:19 -0400
  Stuart, I have one set of rebuilt ones > Calliper, '86 ~ '91, front brake, RH, ATE, rebuilt, AC, 251 615 124 C - Core chg. $50...
• VW's in your MUG
  Historical mailing list - L.V.Bauer
  Mon, 13 May 1996 10:43:51 -0700
  ...Lets see 50 Bugs 50 states, I live in California where 28 billion people live, I HAVE A CHANCE TO GET ONE OF THIES...
• Re: Vanagon antennas, closeout price $1.50
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Fri, 12 Feb 1999 09:13:13 PST
  ...Vanagon antennas, closeout price $1.50 >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >Mark McCulley wrote: >> >> Antenna World is having a closeout sale on Vanagon antennas...
• CHEAP Silicate/Phosphate free anti-freeze
  Historical mailing list - Steve Elfelt
  Thu, 2 Dec 1999 19:27:18 -0500
  A local store is selling pre-diluted 50-50 antifreeze by Texaco called Havoline. It is phosphate/silicate free and uses carboxylate as its...
• Re: Why new tires should go on the rear.
  Historical mailing list - Chris Szpejankowski
  Sun, 12 Jul 2015 12:27:19 -0400
  ...It's nearly 50/50. It's no Splitty or 911. Then add about 350 lbs of humans over the front wheels and the...
• 2.0 L ABA engine monted at 50 degrees
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Turmel
  Sat, 9 Feb 2008 08:58:17 -0500
  Hi, I'm installing a 2.0L ABA at 50 degrees, will the engine bay lid need to be modified. If yes can I...
• Re: Audi Parts in a Vanagon (Frankensteinagon?)
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Wed, 4 Mar 1998 23:21:52 EST
  ...a four cly/5 spd combo, >> you must mean '82 audi 4000....all 5000's were 5cyl...there were no 4cyl 5000's.... chris
• Re: Engine Conversion Options, 5 cyl.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 13 Dec 1998 02:17:44 EST
  ...chris '84 Audi 5000s turbo
• Re: Audi seats in Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 23 Sep 2000 02:48:25 EDT
  ...chris '86 Audi 5000 turbo
• FS -82 Westy, $750 - Sacramento
  Historical mailing list - No Name Available
  Thu, 22 May 2003 11:50:51 -0700
  ...530-756-0418 All I know... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50% faster, 400% cheaper, one phone line for voice and data, v.92, national coverage, all for less...
• Re: TIRE PRESSURE SURVEY
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Thu, 31 Jul 2008 06:59:49 -0700
  ...65psi 102/100 PSI cold F/R empty: 50/55 PSI cold F/R loaded: 50/55 Note: Not a daily driver, so usually...
• Re: Vanagon Floor Pads Available?
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
  Sun, 14 Nov 1999 09:22:33 -0800
  The local VW yard, BW.., has a bunch of used floor pads in the 50 resident vanagons. I bought some to add insulation to...
• Anyone have suburban heater in vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew M Fox
  Mon, 17 Sep 2001 05:02:39 -1000
  ...Gasoline $500 used <$1000 new safe if in good cond, hard to work find/work on Catalytic 50-$100 not safe for sleeping vented...
• Selling my stuff part 2...
  Historical mailing list - Herb Mooney
  Fri, 2 May 2003 05:59:12 -0700
  ...It is a good solid > Vanagon and worth fixing up $500 > > 1 power steering rack from 1985 in good shape for converting or replacing...
• Re: 2000 rpm buzzer of oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 5 Apr 2019 11:28:35 -0700
  Using 20/50 oil and Mann oil filter. From: Dan N Sent: Friday, April 05, 2019 9:50 AM To: thewestyman Cc: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: VANAGON manual database
  Historical mailing list - JERRY HULL
  Tue, 24 Jan 1995 08:30:20 PST8PDT
  ...Hull Pulp and Paper Technician Department of Forest Products Oregon State University Corvallis OR 97331-7402 USA hullj@frl.orst.edu Tele (503) 737...
• headlights
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 23 May 2007 06:47:10 -0700
  My 86 GL has 50/50 headlights. Sometimes they work, sometimes not. When they don't work, the blue hi beam light on the...
• VW Classifieds - SF Chronicle/Examiner - Feb. 3, 1995
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 Feb 95 15:04:47 CST
  ...Fri Feb 3 11:32:37 1995 VW '93 Eurovan CL, $16,500. MV, $15,500. 707-545-2002, M-F, 8-5 VW...
• Re: Doka Look Alike
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:13:58 -0600
  On Mar 29, 2012, at 4:50 PM, Jim Akiba wrote: > Best part about the mighty FC, is it's sitting on portal axles...
• FS: 1980 vanagon (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Oster
  Sat, 25 Feb 1995 17:34:35 -0800 (PST)
  ...phone w:509 248 5000 ext 365 : : : h:509 576 8795 Someone buy this gentleman's vanagon!!! Or loan me the money, and I...
• Re: 5W30 Oil --- is it OK???
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Thu, 24 Jun 1999 12:42:38 -0500
  ...Use 20w-50 regular or synthetic 20w-50 or 5w-50. The synthetic is more costly, but superior in terms of lubrication, especially at...
• FS 1981 Camperized Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Larry and Avery Johnson
  Mon, 18 Aug 2003 14:31:21 -0400
  ...benjamin_van_wesenbeeck@hotmail.com (contact Ben, NOT ME) ASKING $Cdn 2,500 (about $US 1800) - AS IS - terms NEGOTIABLE. WILL DELIVER to Ottawa...
• Re: 2001 Volkswagen Jetta Hits 500,000 Miles, VW Tears It Apart
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 4 May 2012 22:34:32 -0400
  ...2001 Volkswagen Jetta Hits 500,000 Miles, VW Tears It Apart > > http://www.automoblog.net/2012/04/27/2001-volkswagen-jetta-hits-500000-miles...
• Re: 83 Westy update
  Historical mailing list - Bill Thomas
  Sun, 06 Jul 1997 20:57:54 -0400
  ...I doubt 5W-50 >>synthetic would produce adequate oil pressure once the engine is up to >>termperature. >>Larry >>'86 Sycro Westy > >Larry, > >5W-50...
• Re: T-SHIRTS ARE HERE !!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Henricks
  Fri, 8 Sep 1995 16:42:37 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Prices dropped .50 per shirt at 37, and then again at 50, so the > actual cost was less than when I thought we would...
• Re: Slick 50 any good?
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 20:08:25 -0500
  ...1) Folks over the years have said you can run your engine without oil once treated w/S-50, I personally had a Distributor...
• Fw: Re: WeSTys FS!
  Historical mailing list - Larry Sanford
  Sat, 14 Mar 1998 12:45:11 -0800
  ...VW Westfalia 87 114K $15,500 Asheville NC >>>16.VW Westfalia SYNC 87 116K $16,500 702-323-4943 RENO CA >>>17.VW Westfalia...
• Hello Sam Bateman
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
  Thu, 25 Feb 1999 19:40:42 -0800
  ...I pulled the trans out of my wife's ex-Audi 5000 ('84) a couple times (long sad story). I did this under the...
• Re: Needed: Audi 5000 lugs around?
  Historical mailing list - Odyssey Stickers
  Tue, 6 Apr 1999 11:14:37 +0000
  I saw an audi 5000 in the local bone yard. I was going to go for the rims but the tire finding situation put...