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• Re: adjustable headlights was.Re: rare LLE vanagon for sale on samba
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 18 Sep 2005 00:44:20 -0700
  ...You have the potential to blind on-coming drivers if > you're not conscientious? > > Why are the illegal in the USA? US DOT headlight...
• Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 10 Sep 2007 18:22:28 -0700
  ...The monitor works as advertised, a >> good deal for a measly 20 bucks, and the little bouncing dot is fun to >> watch. On Mellow...
• Re: Kenwood Stereo turn itself on? SVC.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 2 Sep 2014 12:06:51 -0700
  ...So the next day I noticed the set of Dot It LED lights I'd assembled (some years ago) didnt work. They are on...
• Re: Speedo calibration
  Historical mailing list - Victor Montgomery
  Mon, 17 Aug 1998 21:45:33 EDT
  I cannot believe Todd Last's comment regarding the 5% planned speedometer error for DOT regs in the US. All police speedometers are required...
• Re: Brake Fluid Change
  Historical mailing list - Michael aka ECHO
  Wed, 29 Aug 2001 07:46:45 -0700
  I have a common sense question about DOT 5 Silicon based fluid... Uhm, working around vehicles, unless specified, due to seals; doesn't DOT...
• Re: Dometic Fridge: Bah Humbug! <grin>
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 12 Aug 2010 06:13:54 EDT
  ...What propane port are you referring to when you say there is a DOT warning sticker? And does your DOT's authority reach into...
• Vanagon dot com
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 19:39:54 -0600
  Anyone able to get onto www.vanagon.com? I've tried repeatedly. It appears down - but don't know for sure. John -- John Rodgers...
• Re: Importing Anything (Automotive)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Andrews
  Thu, 16 Jul 1998 15:25:29 -0400
  There's a short answer to this speculation; www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import Basically, If its 25 years old, no problem. Now...
• Re: Next project: Thoughts on SS vs. Rubber Hose?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 7 Aug 2007 16:38:38 +0000
  ...A worthwhile upgrade - particularly now that you can get DOT approved lines. Todd '88 Westy
• Canadian Eurovan truck info needed...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sat, 22 Sep 2007 17:01:19 -0700
  ...http://tinyurl.com/2umhqt I need some info regarding the tailight lenses and DOT markings... -Paul
• Re: brake master cylinder; mudflaps
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Thu, 9 May 2002 20:32:26 -0700
  ...Back in the old days they put any brake fluid in these things (DOT2). Dot 3 or 4 really does not matter on our...
• Re: Headlight upgrades
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 18 Jan 2016 16:00:51 -0500
  ...It is plug and play for the 9004 (DOT) housings. The low beam is Xenon, and the high beam is halogen. It is seems...
• Re: running hot....any ideas?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 2 Feb 2006 21:17:34 -0800
  ...needle still is way over the red dot... any ideas? and > yes, the > heads are fine.. no leakage..coolant full.. > > what else could cause...
• RE: Canadian Westy = DOT/EPA OK?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Jul 1994 12:51:46 PDT
  >The other issue is duty, I believe you will pay higher duty (possibly 9% since >the vehicle is neither US or Canadian made (free...
• Speedo Question (Not the beach type)
  Historical mailing list - Lastfogel, Darren
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 12:36:07 -0400
  Hello, I was trying to figure out what the orange dots represent on my 84 gl automatic speedometer I would assume that are shift...
• Re: SA grills available again
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 21 Dec 2006 11:41:57 -0700
  ...For instance > Lotus regularly ignored it, but the US DOT let the cars get sold > anyway. > > And yes, Virginia Safety Inspectors enforce the rule...
• Re: Main bearings for 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Fri, 26 Oct 2001 21:49:56 -0400
  Rio; Looks like you need the red dot set. Did you calibrate your gauge? I am concerned that #4 is five thousandths high. Good...
• Tempurature
  Historical mailing list - Tracy Bonin
  Wed, 8 May 2002 06:20:17 -0700
  ...1st the temp used to run pretty much exactly in the middle of the light dot and the bottom, sometimes even below the middle...
• Re: Brake Fluid
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 17 Sep 2002 15:35:46 -0500
  I've been using NAPA DOT 4 for years. Seems to work ok. Never had any trouble. Just bought a new bottle a few...
• recall notice web site
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Wed, 1 Apr 1998 08:50:24 -0600
  ------------------------------- http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recmmy1.cfm Don't know if this has been previously posted but this site seems to...
• Need a 88 Golf engine or compatible (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Brien K Dews
  Fri, 7 May 2004 21:31:34 -0400
  ...Anyone have a running one available? p-mail me at briendews-AT-charter-DOT-net Brien K Dews CC www.busesbythebeach.com (84' Westy...
• Re: Break job questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 17 Sep 2023 12:08:06 -0400
  ...But, when the day came he got very concerned about me using dot 5.1. He wanted me to use dot 3. He read...
• Re: E-codes w/ 9004 bulbs?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Wed, 28 Apr 2004 11:45:31 -0700
  Ian, Properly aimed E-code lights will not blind other drivers more then DOT lights unless improperly aimed. The lens pattern is designed to...
• Re: BusFusion in my Karmann Gipsy diesel camper
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Tue, 1 Jun 2010 23:29:35 -0400
  ...Say Hi to Dottie Ben http://www.benplace.com On Tue, 1 Jun 2010 11:56:40 -0400, Paul Guzyk <paullist08@GUZYK.COM> wrote...
• Re: Procedures for Buying Used Westie in Canada?
  Historical mailing list - tellis
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 22:48:02 -0500
  ...The DOT has a helpful web page specifically on vehicle importing from Canada. It is "http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/can0797...
• Kirklands Made in NZ?
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 3 Dec 2001 14:02:47 -0500
  After checking my Kirkland's DOT code, they appear to me made by Firestone/Bridgestone of New Zealand. Interestingly, the Kuhmo's on my...
• Re: 97 EV's
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Dec 1996 10:53:30 -0500
  ...This rate is 2.5% > I presume that Canadian and DOT requirements continue to be quite similar. This presumption would be more likely correct...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Christian Iversen
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 22:42:27 +0100
  ...it!!! Can someone please send me that mail? (after stumble there is only one dot - . If you see it - that's the one!) Christian
• Which years/models had centre seat attachments?
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Tue, 18 Nov 2003 12:43:15 -0500
  ...Does anyone know which years/models had the attachments in the floor for the removeable middle seat? Thanks, --tabe johnson xtabe AT yahoo DOT...
• Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Mon, 10 Sep 2007 22:38:39 -0400
  ...The monitor works as advertised, a >> good deal for a measly 20 bucks, and the little bouncing dot is fun to >> watch. On Mellow...
• Re: A little more to the story of how we got our Vanagon...
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 29 Sep 2004 23:26:18 EDT
  ...vw doesnt do that anymore..but you used to be able to fly over to europe, buy a US SPEC (MPH speedo, Cat, DOT...
• Re: Help - 84 Westy inside
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  17 Nov 1995 14:37:21 -0800
  ...Put a dot of locktite on the threads of the new screw as you install it! Harvey
• Re: Quad Grilles are Back!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 20 Jan 2000 11:09:33 EST
  The H3s that will be coming with the grilles this time are DOT approved. So no problems with inspection. Thanks, Ken Wilford http://www...
• Westy table arm needed
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Sun, 20 Jun 2004 13:31:22 -0700
  ...Please email me [syncrowestytd at mindspring dot com] if you have a spare. Thanks! Karl
• Re: Importing a vehicle to USA - need advice
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 28 Oct 2006 04:29:36 -0700
  ...http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/ --- Florian Speier <groups.florian@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > for a basic primer, read www.autostadtwest.com ____________________________________________________________________________________ Access...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 30 May 2006 16:43:39 -0400
  ...Next, you'll have to add a DOT approved air-bag > system. > Start pony-ing up the dollars boys, we can probably get it...
• LED electrical questions (Building a Sylvania "Dot-Its" unit)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 23 Aug 2008 12:20:34 -0700
  ...I have 3 Dot-Its LED lights. Batteries are dead, I won't buy rechargeables, but the LED's are still ok. Each requires...
• Re: South Africn Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Tue, 29 Feb 2000 22:44:04 EST
  ...whatever it takes to bribe US Customs and EPA and probably DOT as well. In other words, there's no legal way to bring...
• Re: funny farms..
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 14 Sep 1994 16:52:51 +0800
  ...Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight? or Ittsy Bittsy Teensy Weensy Yellow Polka Dot Bikini? ;) /martha
• Recalls & Service Bull
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Fri, 25 Oct 1996 23:42:47 -0400
  ...http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ Just passing the info along.(Probably everyone but me knew about this site!) Rob
• Bosch H4s - one thing I forgot....
  Historical mailing list - Veedub
  Sun, 7 Nov 1999 18:33:15 -0500
  ...you'll have to add $12 Cdn ($8.21 US) to the price. +======================================================================+ | jewing(at)sprint(dot)ca | http://kozmik.guelph.on.ca/jason/ | +======================================================================+
• Subject: Re: cibie lights
  Historical mailing list - Brian Tipsword
  Fri, 7 Jul 2006 17:36:58 -0700
  ...installing the pre-86 setup with the Hella non-dot flat cut lens lamps and your choice of H4 bulb. I'm using the...
• Re: Sticky brakes
  Historical mailing list - C. Abney
  Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:33:34 -0700
  ...Even within one DOT rating. The vanagon uses dot 4, but dot 5.1 can > also be used and is compatible with dot 4...
• Oh, joy, lights!
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 16 May 2005 21:58:54 -0400
  ...I'm in a wonderful position to review "stock" US DOT headlights (rectangular variety) against Eurospec (H4) rectangular headlights. My 86' Syncro (the Goldbrick...
• Re: recall notice web site
  Historical mailing list - Fred Younger
  Wed, 1 Apr 1998 16:19:28 -0600
  ...http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls and submitted this query: Make: Volkswagen truck Model: Year: 1991 There are two recalls associated with...
• Re: Reflectors on back of van
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Fri, 14 Oct 2005 06:41:48 -0500
  ...The white refector's are a federal DOT issued rules of the road. Look at the tail light reflector's on the back of...
• Re: wanted: RF turn signal lens.......euro style
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 10:35:18 -0700
  ...Leftovers from DOT conversions. Who needs one? Cheers, Jeff www.autostadtwest.com -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On...
• Re: And what should arrive in my inbox this morning from Banggood but this magnetic offer
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 13 Apr 2016 13:23:15 -0700
  ...Plus some other like squares, dots, etc. Got my mind reeling over the possibilities!
• Re: peanut butter storage
  Historical mailing list - Clark Langstraat
  Fri, 7 Jul 1995 13:20:02 -0400 (EDT)
  On Fri, 7 Jul 1995, Martha Rubin wrote: > > Mix it with Dot-5, split some pitted prunes, stuff it with the mixture, > and serve...
• Did ANY Westfalias have Airbags?
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Wed, 19 Nov 2003 12:34:43 -0500
  ...seen with one? Thanks, --tabe johnson Vancouver BC xtabe AT yahoo DOT com No Westfalia Yet ______________________________________________________________________ Post your free ad now! http://personals.yahoo...
• Re: front brakes
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 4 Jun 2012 14:24:23 -0400
  ...Slightly more expensive DOT 4 or DOT 5.1 (do NOT use DOT 5) fluids have higher boiling points, minimum 446F or 518F, respectively...
• Re: Upholstery Source Needed
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 19 Nov 2004 01:12:35 EST
  ...db@HOME-WORK.COM writes: > The van has the tan pin dot/diagonal striped front seat material. > > never heard of that. 86 westy weekenders...
• Fw: MSNBC.com Article: Tourists shun crime-hit Mexico beaches
  Historical mailing list - chris jackson
  Sun, 13 Jan 2008 07:29:07 -0800
  Tourists shun crime-hit Mexico beaches Assaults on American tourists have brought hard times to hotels and restaurants that dot Mexican beaches just south...
• Re: Update On Daryl
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Wed, 17 Mar 2010 20:23:56 -0700
  ...As our road divas now pass into dotage, we NEED a support group in times of dire straits, be they vanagon or just related...
• Re: Selling a Canadian Van to an American
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 26 May 2003 19:35:32 -0400
  Hi Chris, Start by checking to see if the van meets FMVSS and EPA stats for that year - look for an EPA/DOT sticker...
• unsubscribe help, sorry
  Historical mailing list - dan kapeller
  Thu, 5 Apr 2007 11:37:50 -0600
  ...mail.&nbsp; I send an email to listserv at gerry dot vanagon dot com, with UNSUBSCRIBE VANAGON in the subject line and in the...
• temp
  Historical mailing list - John Lunetta
  Wed, 8 May 2002 04:10:26 -0400
  Tracy I have a 1990 and the temp is normally between the red dot and slightly above. If it goes higher you should here...
• Re: bURNINGvAN whys and wherefores
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 07:35:08 -0800
  ...and don't forget "Lamb Lady" (as Dot called her). LL wanted to cook her hunk of lamb over a magnesium flame, while she...
• Re: Quad Grilles are Back!
  Historical mailing list - Caston/Payne
  Thu, 20 Jan 2000 17:42:46 -0500
  ...The game plan was to switch them out with my old sealed beam DOT units that I carried with me if the pattern was...
• Re: RE thread on brakes, Dot3,4, etc.(long post)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:33:55 -0700
  ...RE thread on brakes, Dot3,4, etc.(long post) > > I haven't written the Wikipedia article yet.... > > On Tue, Sep 30, 2008 at 12...