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• Re: Bluto moves to Dallas
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Wed, 3 Apr 1996 10:53:17 -0800 (PST)
  ...life. > So please scratch one '73 Safare Custom Camper (Bluto aka DaBoat) from > CA.S.SD and add it to TX.Dal. I will...
• Re: RH Wheel Bearing Grease Cap
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 23 Oct 2017 18:01:26 -0700
  ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
• Re: Wanted driver's door pocket
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 26 Nov 2014 14:07:23 -0500
  ...positioning >> - take some screws and put them on the door pocket >> - dab some latex paint on the head of the screw >> - position the door...
• Re: Readjusting poptop after installation
  Historical mailing list - Pete Geisen
  Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:25:52 -0400
  ...the top and tighten the bolts. �Perhaps if you put a dab > of grease at the edge of the hinge base, you will see...
• Re: Liquid electrical tape????
  Historical mailing list - David Hally
  Mon, 5 Sep 2005 22:50:20 -0700
  ...crack but it > > didn't seem to last. > > Would be cool if there was some way to "dab" on something to seal > > things up. > > >
• My Vanagon has new engine! Now it's time to deal with linkage!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 25 Mar 1996 21:07:00 -0600
  ...Donald Baxter _________________________________________________________ Donald Baxter Atlanta, Georgia 404.874-3292 (home) <dbax@mindspring.com> 404.447.6831 (work) <dab1@jhk.com> _________________________________________________________ "But alas, I do...
• Re: Source Sliding Window Guides?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sat, 25 Jul 2009 15:05:41 -0700
  ...Also used a dab of superglue to hold them securely in place. I did this to both my 84s, worked fine for me 281847723B...
• Zonies Bus-in
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 9 Jan 95 15:24:45 MST
  ...Do you know the place? It's smack dab in the middle of the Grand Canyon. The camping area is basically one big rock...
• Re: Washing rear cushion cover
  Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
  Tue, 6 Apr 1999 09:48:02 -0400
  ...a.baxter@cpmx.saic.com (work) 770 729 3938 x 3061 dab1@jhk.com (alternate) www.mindspring.com/~dbax "Lives based on having are...
• Oxygen Sensor Recommendations for 83 WBX
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 09:13:05 -0600
  Properly spliced and soldered wires covered with the correct size heat shrink and with a dab of silicon at each end are not going...
• Re: Engin hatch insolation project
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 2 Jul 2021 16:06:13 -0700
  ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > On Fri, Jul 2, 2021 at 11:25...
• Re: propane tubing fittings
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 19 Oct 2002 21:25:51 -0700
  ...but now I'm wondering if the previous installer put a dab of axel > grease on the flares.... perhaps it assures a better seal...
• Re: Cold start issue
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 6 Jun 2011 13:08:38 -0700
  ...wrote: > >> Reads 3.4K ohm @ 13 degrees C, which is smack dab in the middle of the > >> expected correct reading per figure on Bentley...
• F.Y.I. RE>Changing lock cyl
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  2 Mar 1997 17:22:55 -0800
  ...Re-insert and tighten the setscrew, add a dab of locktite and your are done! Harvey
• Temp Warning Light Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Stu Schwartz
  Mon, 21 Sep 1998 05:40:48 -0500
  ...Is there any dampness in there at >all? Take a q-tip and dab at it a little and then see if it turns...
• Re: test
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 2 Sep 2020 09:12:23 -0700
  ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Wed, Sep 2, 2020 at 8:50...
• Bus models
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Tue, 1 Nov 1994 15:30:27 -0800 (PST)
  ...They have bubble tail lights and 3rd brake light, but I'm going to put a dab of red paint on them 'cause they...
• Re: propane tubing fittings
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sat, 19 Oct 2002 23:28:29 -0600
  ...but now I'm wondering if the previous installer put a dab of > axel > grease on the flares.... perhaps it assures a better seal...
• Fw: Re: refrigerator removal and fan upgrades?
  Historical mailing list - Roy Olynick
  Sat, 8 Mar 2003 22:27:47 -0600
  ...Also, whenever I remove the fridge from my Westy, I always put a fresh dab of thermally conductive compound on the two halves of...
• Re: Christmas Vanagon gift reports
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Dec 2018 16:24:08 +0000
  ...campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#m_7274912027598743854_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Wed, Dec 26, 2018 at 4:00...
• Re: Switch Question
  Historical mailing list - James Ogul
  Tue, 13 Aug 2013 11:53:25 -0400
  ...when replacing the fascia, use a dab of anti-seize on the pins so you can pull the panel easier when you have to...
• Re: Shifter Knob Rattle- 88GL
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 08:27:35 -0400
  I removed my shifter knob to install new sleeving on the shaft, and found a dab of sylicone seal. I did not replace this...
• Keyless alarm parking light connection question
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sat, 2 May 2020 11:37:51 -0700
  ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
• Re: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 23 Aug 2011 10:55:04 -0700
  ...IIRC, I put a dab of grease on my middle finger to hold the nut, put it in place, and turned the bolt with...
• Re: Cold start issue
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 6 Jun 2011 11:17:25 -0700
  ...wrote: >Reads 3.4K ohm @ 13 degrees C, which is smack dab in the middle of the >expected correct reading per figure on Bentley...
• Re: How to Steal VW Vans Qu
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 31 Aug 1994 07:40:16 +0100
  ...a Playboy centerfold (I don't recall the >month/yr) smack dab in the center of her dash, and then lock the car back...
• Re: vanagon vent shade/wind deflector URL
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 10 Dec 1998 12:12:45 EST
  ...I'm wondering if a couple of small dabs of clear silicone on the clips won't help hold these babies on better. These...
• Re: Overheating Issues
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 9 Dec 2002 16:27:04 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver DaBomb wrote: > Dear Volks, > > I took my van out to go camping this weekend. About an hour and a...
• Re: Replacement bulbs needed...#'s & sources...anyone?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 1 Jun 2005 01:00:46 EDT
  ...tell the counter man the application, then wait patiently while he dabs his thumb and forefinger into some Tacky Finger and thumbs his way...
• greasing CV joints
  Historical mailing list - Claudio Cella
  Sun, 25 Nov 2001 18:45:38 -0800
  ...the size of a large sewing needle) with a dab of silicone seal. As far as i can remember the inner CV's have...
• Re: FREE 84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sun, 2 Jan 2005 18:28:50 -0800
  ...On Sat, 1 Jan 2005 14:59:12 -0800, Christopher Dabrowski <chris@miraiusa.com> wrote: > Numerous Vanagon parts for sale. Check out the pics...
• Re: breather tower
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Sun, 20 Jan 2019 14:28:33 -0500
  ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Sun, Jan 20, 2019 at 11:11...
• Intermittent Tach
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Wed, 23 Aug 2017 19:16:36 -0400
  ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
• Re: WOW! Miracle MPG improvement
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 03 Apr 1996 22:57:24 -0600
  ...404.874-3292 (home) <dbax@mindspring.com> 404.447.6831 (work) <dab1@jhk.com> _________________________________________________________ "But alas, I do not rule the world and that...
• Running Rich
  Historical mailing list - Tanja Bomb
  Thu, 13 Nov 2003 10:55:50 -0800
  ...Love and Rockets, DaBomb
• Re: Long Brake Line Installation Questions
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 10:01:11 -0700
  ...Can't see through them! > > Thanks Dennis. �I'll check out the dealer. > > Good to know a dab of silicone is ok. If need...
• Re: What hardware is needed for the middle seat?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 1 Nov 2014 13:41:00 -0500
  ...put a dab of oil on the big panhead flatheads threads before u > reinstall them. trust me on that. keep the un-used track...
• Servicing Auto Trans in '81
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Wed, 19 Mar 2003 17:22:11 -0700
  ...Finally, has anyone added grease to the CV joints by injecting it through the boot and then sealing the tiny hole with a dab...
• Fuel Injection Hose Diameters
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 21 Sep 1996 12:08:18 -0500
  ...Atlanta, GA 30308-1636 404.874-3292 (home) <dbax@mindspring.com> 770.447.6831 (work) <dab1@jhk.com> (work in progress) on the WWW...
• Re: Air and heat knobs on levers
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Mon, 4 Mar 2013 16:05:08 -0800
  ...you'll eventually have reason to pull the panel again so a little dab of anti-sieze on those clips might extend the life...
• 5/19 VW Caravan to Michigan Vintage Show
  Historical mailing list - Greg Merritt
  Wed, 15 May 1996 11:27:08 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Arborland is located smack-dab at exit 37B of US23. Meet right at the base of the giant Arborland time/temperature sign. You can...
• Re: Cold Idle Problem
  Historical mailing list - S DaRoota
  Thu, 7 Sep 2017 13:37:20 -0700
  ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_ > source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> >
• Can anyone translate this??
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Thu, 5 Jan 95 16:43:16 PST
  ...Mit Interesse haben wir zur You are a completely incompetent nin-com-poop and thanks to you > Kenntnis genommen, daB Sie noch im Besitz...
• Re: Passenger Mirror Again
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Tue, 5 Aug 2003 08:39:10 -0500
  ...touch it with a dab of black paint it's gone. I have a new set of mirror's and they slipped from time...
• Re: GoWesty coolant repair kit vs SS pipes
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sat, 16 May 2009 11:39:45 -0400
  ...You could dab some silicone on the inside if you can reach that far in the pipe I guess. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: Fridge pilot going out
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 24 Jul 2007 17:57:34 -0700
  Bed it in a couple of dabs of polyurethane or silicone caulk. On 7/24/07, Paul Chubbuck <paul@takingflight.net> wrote: > > I don...
• Re: Engin hatch insolation project
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 2 Jul 2021 11:25:00 -0400
  ...campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> > <#m_-3933517257253470064_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > On Thu, Jul 1, 2021 at 10:22...
• weekend chores
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 24 May 2010 15:11:22 -0700
  ...where someone (on this list, I believe) had tried a few dabs of plumber’s putty and gave that a shot.  Seems to be...
• Re: Christmas Vanagon gift reports
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 28 Dec 2018 11:26:42 -0500
  ...campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> > <#m_7274912027598743854_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > On Wed, Dec 26, 2018 at 4:00...
• Re: Hot Foot well
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Wed, 30 Jun 2021 07:45:19 -0400
  ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Wed, Jun 30, 2021 at 6:11...
• center brake light question
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Sep 1995 14:19:34 -0700
  ...are these also '56 or are they earlier? Thanks Dave Baker dabaker@nas.nasa.gov
• More Coolant Leaks/Tire Availability
  Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
  Thu, 4 Sep 1997 22:36:27 -0400
  ...a.baxter@cpmx.saic.com (work) 770 729 3938 x 3061 dab1@jhk.com (alternate) "Resolve is never stronger than in the morning after...
• Re: Where to buy a Windshield
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:39:08 -0500
  ...Jonce >Hello Listers, > >I recently have been dabbling with the idea of getting a new >windshield. Mine has 3 half-moon chips, one of...
• Re: Wheel strength , cast vs forged, TUV
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:16:14 -0400
  ...inertias-effect-on-performance/ > > For those wheel nuts among us who dabble in strength of materials and > metallurgy and occasionally step into the mire...
• Re: Air-cooled Vanagon (Westy) shifter bushing question. A follow up.
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Sun, 31 Aug 2014 12:36:06 -0700
  ...If you can find a way to do it, a dab of grease might help its longevity. On Sun, Aug 31, 2014 at 12...
• Re: Soft Clutch
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 7 Oct 2011 15:33:45 -0700
  ...Also be sure the shaft that goes into the M/C goes in without binding and put a dab of grease on the tip...
• Paint codes...
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 08:42:35 -0500
  ...coat of paint, or the place I bought it from just dabbed some touch-up over the rust. Regardless, there's now several places...
• Re: some mysterious red speedo paint
  Historical mailing list - Mike Hugill
  Wed, 28 Apr 1999 09:42:12 -0400
  ...I have seen unmolested anti-tamper paint and it should be just a small dab over a seam. IF it is globbed on and...
• Re: nice shift knob
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 18 Aug 2025 22:38:23 -0400
  ...It has a small issue, a dab of epoxy on the threads where it screws to the rod prevents it from screwing on all...
• Re: Disc Brakes - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 4 Dec 2015 17:42:59 -0500
  ...10.9 replacements and a dab of blue Loctite. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of...