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• Re: "Carat"?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Mar 1996 13:19:44 -0500
  ...Usually had >aerodynamic(joke) trim package. > The rear facing seats and fold up table started (in non-Westy models) with the '87 Wolfsburg Edition...
• Re: don'know much about aerodynamics
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 Aug 94 9:44:29 EDT
  > > . but I know that replacing the missing panels behind the grill on my 81 > Vanagon made a big difference in how much air comes...
• Re: cost of a syncro tranny
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Mon, 1 Mar 1999 15:28:38 EST
  ...Thats why those fancy aerodynamic headlights on new cars cost hundreds of dollars but the 9004 headlight bulbs are only $5. The headlight assembly...
• Bus on a Bus (was Re: aerodynamics )
  Historical mailing list - Glen Buhlmann
  Wed, 24 Apr 1996 09:03:19 -0700
  bill (w.r.) crick wrote: > What about a Zamboni? Any bets? > > What about a 61 Caddy? > > Bill Crick > 76 Type II/IV/VII Speaking...
• Fuel consumption?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Lowe 356-7589
  Wed, 31 Aug 1994 09:49:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Gas Tank on the '72 really small?? Or is it the aerodynamic, butter-dish design?? Please help, the folks at the gas station are...
• Re: Tire Question / low profile tires
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Thu, 23 Sep 2004 10:57:59 -0400
  ...Granted, once accelerated, the main issue is driveline and aerodynamic loss, however most of us don't drive very often in a steady - state...
• Re: daily driver Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:22:07 -0400
  ...I had seen something about aerodynamics and was working on aerodynamics are overrated. Flying brick. El t On Tuesday, April 30, 2013, JRodgers wrote...
• Re: NEW WEB SITE / LUGGAGE RACK?
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Wed, 3 Feb 1999 23:50:19 -0500
  ...on a Vanagon? > Is it a custom job and/or is it an attempt to make it more > aerodynamic? Maurizio Penna86 Westy [text/html]
• 16" alloy wheels on a Vanagon!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dirk Diggler
  Sun, 28 Mar 1999 07:25:41 +0100
  ...car it remains an outdated design, cute by itself but with aerodynamics of a building and a handling in especially windy conditions that is...
• Re: Poptop -bubble top add-on proposal
  Historical mailing list - chris
  Fri, 9 Feb 2007 07:43:17 -0800
  ...52" by 52" fiberglass bubble, measured at the > interface with the existing top roof level, sloping appropriately in the > front for aerodynamics and in...
• Re: aerodynamics, was: 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 20:50:08 -0700
  Those pics are good. I'd be inclined to make a plug to fit the empty luggage rack, but... I have been bitten on...
• Re: LineX Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:56:51 -0700
  Not to mention the aerodynamic drag! On Wed, Jul 20, 2011 at 10:16 AM, James V <chimivee@gmail.com> wrote: > Not sure it...
• Re: Projectzwo Bullbars /I'm getting as many as needed.....
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 08:37:55 -0500
  Cool, maybe we should have an annual meet of all the Projectzwo-modifed Vanagons? ;) Anyone going to order their aerodynamic kit? MJS vwmaster@VOLKS...
• window seals
  Historical mailing list - Jason Rutgers
  Fri, 14 Mar 2003 07:47:23 -0500
  ...Jason '86 Syncro Vanagon (aerodynamics courtesy of: a barn door) '92 SLC Corrado '90 Fox wagon _________________________________________________________________ STOP MORE SPAM with the new MSN 8...
• Re: How to increase gas mileage;
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Thu, 27 Apr 2006 15:18:03 -0600
  ...on your roof! How about skinny-er tires, aerodynamic mirrors, slamming the vanagon, etc. to reduce your drag coefficient? Grin, Tom
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 08:26:33 -0400
  Rather than a long nose cone, it's the rear end that needs the attention. A collapsible colluder cone is what is needed, and...
• Re: /f Road hazards
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 1 Jul 1995 02:05:30 -0400
  ...lane heading for downtown Seattle, or perhaps Boeing field for some aerodynamic studies. Oh yeah, in the northbound lanes was a Beetle scraping along...
• Re: Sluggish
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 8 Aug 2000 08:14:13 -0700
  ...Now, how about the old westies that had the top openned backwards? Did it improve aerodynamics? ;) �G >No lie! I drove 15 miles once...
• Re: "green" cars (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Mon, 16 Feb 2004 19:26:53 -0500
  ...It's not very aerodynamic, though. (Both Volvo 240 owners and Vanagon owners refer to their vehicles as "bricks".) -- David Brodbeck, N8SRE '82 VW...
• Re: Lean running - any risks?
  Historical mailing list - Rich Burdick
  Sun, 02 Feb 1997 10:03:39 -0500
  ...these instructions carefully you might even get 27 mpg! :) Seriously though, aerodynamics, driving habits & conditions will affect mileage more than that last little bit...
• Re: aerodynamics, was: 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 11:53:35 -0500
  In the US recently, one high end Japanese manufacturer is running a TV ad in which they show some of the techniques they have...
• Re: How much fuel efficiency gained by shedding 300 lbs?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Wed, 17 Aug 2005 14:59:17 -0700
  ...http://www.bgsoflex.com/aero.html has a handy "Aerodynamic HP Calculator" that lets you see how much horsepower is needed to push a...
• Re: Great Wiper Blades
  Historical mailing list - Rajesh Injety
  Sat, 13 Jan 2007 08:54:52 -0800
  ...http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/valeo/ultimate.jsp The Valeo Ultimate Wiper Blade, selected as standard equipment by many OEMs worldwide, combines an aerodynamic...
• Re: Van aerodynamics and high output alternators
  Historical mailing list - mathew Bennett
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:44:24 -0400
  ...Van aerodynamics and high output alternators > > I remember some time ago, there were links to trailers with winglets > on their rear side/top surfaces...
• Re: Some aerodynamic ideas..
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 23:02:40 -0700
  ...Some aerodynamic ideas.. > Don, > > good points but what about the rear end? In my opinion its the > draggiest part of the beast. > > Alistair
• Re: van aerodynamics, was Re: BenT's dream vanagon now for sale
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:11:04 -0800
  I have seen the pic, but Google ain't helping tonight. Essentially, without the hole, the boundary layer stays attached to the rear of...
• Re: eBus project: A T2 Westfalia converted with electric motor and LiIon batteries.
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:29:48 -0400
  ...If you factor in the losses created by the aerodynamic drag caused by the solar panel it would probably come out equal. In short...
• Re: Headin' down the highway FRIDAY NVC
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 5 Aug 2004 14:39:33 -0400
  ...Rumor has it your're going to apply an extra-slick ceramic coating that makes it so aerodynamic you can tow it with an...
• Better MPG - wheels and tires ?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Sell
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 07:48:58 -0700
  I am interested to see where the "under the front end aerodynamics" thread goes, but I'm also wondering about wheels and tires. Short...
• drafting for better MPG (from digest)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:38:19 -0700
  ...Just for information to extrapolate from, the aerodynamic figure given for riding in the draft while on a bicycle is 20%. The front guy...
• Towing
  Historical mailing list - Frank LaHorgue
  Tue, 24 Nov 1998 07:58:18 -0000
  ...The long trailer must have smoothed out the aerodynamics to compensate for the added weight. You will find pulling the Hobie Cat is a...
• Re: Vanagon 5 Speed Trannies. RPM in 5th gear question.
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 18:52:15 -0600
  ...Michael, However I wonder if the Vanagon doesn't -need- those RPM's to push our un-aerodynamic boxes down the freeway at 70...
• Re: Corvair and Porsche 914 Engines (Was: Towing!!!)
  Historical mailing list - John Branstrom
  Sat, 19 May 2001 10:08:14 EDT
  ...I can't image it would be that much better than the VW motor pushing the Vanagon with its Brick inspired aerodynamics. Blitz
• Re: Cargo Box to Place In Westy Over Cab Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Wed, 4 Aug 2004 09:20:15 -0400
  ...to about a foot above the closed poptop is nice and aerodynamic looking ---- access is through the screen in the raised poptop. They're...
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 23:39:53 +0000
  What about making the back end into a large Kamm Tail? http://homepage.mac.com/christopher.z/hobby/80-AMXitems/Information/production/KammbackStory.html...
• Re: eBus project: A T2 Westfalia converted with electric motor and LiIon batteries.
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:20:28 -0400
  ...If you factor in the losses created by the aerodynamic > drag caused by the solar panel it would probably come out equal. I don...
• Re: While talking to a New Beetle owner...
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Fri, 10 Mar 2000 19:37:07 -0800
  ...Those >Zepplin Hangers are much more aerodynamically constructed than my >Vanabricks > And the subject hangars actually **open** at both ends...at least Hangar One...
• Type VII
  Historical mailing list - bill (w.r.) crick
  Wed, 1 May 1996 15:44:00 -0400
  ...s this? Care to elaborate? >Aaron >'70 Bug >Huh? (was: Re: AeroDynamics) I wondered how long it would take. My van was owned by...
• '90/'91 Adventurewagon lust
  Historical mailing list - Steve Nizyborski
  Fri, 19 Sep 1997 10:15:16 PDT
  ...on back roads, especially after driving a van that had the aerodynamics of a toaster :-) But now the thrill is gone. Now I've...
• Re: Sluggish
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Tue, 8 Aug 2000 09:35:50 -0700
  ...old westies that had the top openned backwards? Did it > improve aerodynamics? ;) > > �G > > >No lie! I drove 15 miles once with the top up...
• Re: -Now Engine Conversion - doing your own soobie wire harness
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:37:54 -0800
  ...same guy was also selling US-spec rectangular > headlights > as "JDM aerodynamic headlights. Not a cheap sealed beam." > Heh. Like the ebay auction a...
• Re: I am not alone
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sun, 23 Feb 2014 21:08:09 -0500
  ...All these small engines still have to work hard to push our > non-aerodynamic boxes. The more work an engine > does, the faster it...
• Re: Aerodynamics and the Westie luggage rack, etc..
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Sat, 27 Sep 2008 11:07:55 -0700
  ...Aerodynamics and the Westie luggage rack, etc.. > > > > dear fronts piece wanters >> >> you guys all laugh at my millage #'s and say they are untrue...
• Re: Aerodynamics - Some experimental comments!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Wed, 20 Oct 2004 23:42:04 -0400
  Ahh, Frank, the stream of rare English brings tears to the eye...Surely you're a Monty Python fan? Several months ago I subscribed...
• Re: Water 4 Gas. com Does it work? Has Anyone Tried it? Know of It?
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:14:46 -0400
  ...Next in line is lowering weight and aerodynamic friction, tough to do much about either with a practical Vanagon.
• Fwd: High top
  Historical mailing list - Gregoire Blachon
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 10:04:21 -0600
  ...2/ high consumption due to aerodynamic. 3/ wind sensitive with stock shock absorber!! it's a real boat ... Otherwise the top is assembled with...
• Re: Aerodynamics and the Westie luggage rack, etc..
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 26 Sep 2008 23:31:49 -0700
  ...So I know a little, but I certainly can't > spout > > data or numbers, just general principals. > > > Aerodynamics really only come into play at...
• Re: daily driver Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:43:29 -0400
  ...I had seen something about aerodynamics and was working on aerodynamics are overrated. Flying brick. El t On Tuesday, April 30, 2013, JRodgers wrote...
• Re: Moon discs?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:24:21 -0700
  ...I think they would look pretty good and they would help > your van's aerodynamics. > > I doubt that anyone can drive a van at...
• Re: Broken Passenger Side Mirror
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 19 May 2014 07:24:27 -0700
  ...s side? > > The van is an 87 Syncro GL with the "aerodynamic" power mirrors. It is mounted on the door with three screws. I...
• Re: Pair of dead mirrors wanted
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Wed, 4 Jan 2012 20:41:22 -0500
  ...I'm going to use the "stalks" to try >and mount a smaller and more aerodynamic mirror on to try and cut >down on...
• 82 WESTY PERFORMANCE
  Historical mailing list - Andy
  Fri, 14 Jan 2000 18:51:20 -0800
  ...It seems like aerodynamics plays a big role in highway mileage. Most cars get better gas mileage on the highway. Engine runs great...sparkplugs...
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 19:47:36 -0700
  Are you looking for pix of the bustle? I thought I sent them to you long ago........ On Fri, Jun 13, 2008 at 12...
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 12 Jun 2008 22:57:35 -0700
  > What about using one of those old-fashioned bug shields you used to see > mounted on the front of old trucks? Those upright pieces...
• Re: FW: 90 Carat Auto TDI Conversion: MPG ect.
  Historical mailing list - Marc Sayer
  Tue, 11 Oct 2005 11:28:32 -0700
  Robert Keezer wrote: >Bringing back 55 or 60 is going to save a lot of >fuel. >Especially for the non-aerodynamic vehicles with >large...
• Crazy pop-top modification idea
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Mon, 4 Jul 2011 20:57:24 -0800
  Do you have experience with fiberglass? It would have to be some kind of an aerodynamic shape or you would really kill your mileage...
• FS: NEW Aluminum Roof Rack with roof bars $395
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 3 Sep 2003 15:43:01 EDT
  ...The sides are aerodynamically shaped and corners are contrasting form fitted plastic. The deck is composed or wide extruded aluminum which are about 4...
• Re: 130mph V'gon
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 6 Dec 2004 15:43:40 -0800
  ...reading speedometer is not much further than 130mph but I frankly have trouble envisioning that in a Vanagon w/o serious aerodynamic aids. BenT
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:53:10 -0700
  Thanks Miguel. It's an interesting idea and what looks like a good prototype. I imagine it could even suffice as some kind of...
• Re: (f) Re: Startling Nissan Ad
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
  Sat, 29 Apr 2000 00:02:35 -0700
  ...With the powerful waterboxer engine, finely tuned Boge suspension, ground hugging ride and slipstream aerodynamics, these vans certainly earned the title. Yet another point...