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Re: !982 Diesel
Historical mailing list - Frederick M. Wasserstein
Tue, 26 Dec 2000 20:53:27 -0600
...Re: !982 Diesel > I am sure you will like you diesel A LOT (If you are not in a hurry... ;) > reliable, easy maintenance, cheap...
Re: DEAR GOD Re: timing belt
Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
Mon, 28 Jun 2004 09:11:26 -0400
...And no, dont >>>even ask, I will not give it up until you admit that you posted faulty >>>information or apologize to the list...
Re: Moral question
Historical mailing list - Bj�rn Ratjen
Tue, 16 Jan 2007 23:19:05 -0800
...After countless hours on the phone >with the manufacturer and other information sources, we had our maintenance >guy reverse the polarity on the AC...
Re: travel to ak
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 6 May 1999 18:56:30 -0500
...It also has maps of adjoining highways, as well as providing information on the best ways to get to Dawson Creek, the southern terminus...
Re: alfa romeo (friday friday friday)
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Sun, 11 Jun 2006 07:39:40 -0700
...I did a >>> little googling but didn't come up with a whole lot >>> of information. >>> Does anybody have any experience, maintenance wise >>> etc...
Re: oil change interval for non-wbx setups
Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
Fri, 25 Oct 2013 09:25:13 -0400
...Being proactive about maintenance is wise, and these advised service intervals are there to protect the ignorant, increase profits, and insure/protect the companies...
Re: Heads-Up - Potential Odometer Fraud
Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
Wed, 20 May 2020 21:18:04 -0500
...It was a money maker so >>> maintenance was probably minimal. >>> >>> All the more reason not to purchase a van that's been used as...
Re: Maintenance Saga: '84 Westy
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Fri, 13 May 2011 23:01:34 -0400
...Got a pointer to more information? > >> Has Go-Westy tweaked the air flow sensor at all to compensate for the larger >> displacement? > > No, they...
Re: Trasco oil filter system
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Wed, 2 Jan 2002 09:23:45 -0800
...This is the information from their site: "The Trasko Refining Unit came about when the Govt. officials of the Tokyo metropolis started exploring the...
Re: worst cars - van?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 8 Apr 2002 15:06:57 -0500
...cost $600.00 +. > I don't know the source of their information but it appears that > they've > only chosen to choose older vehicles...
Re: Antifreeze opinions from Dennis
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 6 Apr 2017 23:41:23 +0000
...There is just a lot of information out there and probably the best feature of many products is the advertising. For my experience I...
Re: A/C charging and maintenance...
Historical mailing list - John N. Motlagh
Sun, 30 May 2004 17:37:12 -0500
...A/C charging and maintenance... I would like to ask the Honorable List for extensive advice on the subject of the A/C maintenance...
Re: Heads-Up - Potential Odometer Fraud
Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
Wed, 20 May 2020 18:35:16 -0700
...It was a money maker so > maintenance was probably minimal. > >>> > >>> All the more reason not to purchase a van that's been used as...
Re: Heads-Up - Potential Odometer Fraud
Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
Wed, 20 May 2020 21:27:18 -0600
...It was a money maker so maintenance was probably minimal. >>>>> >>>>> All the more reason not to purchase a van that's been used as...
Re: real explanation regarding why imports to canada are barred
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Sun, 5 Oct 2008 00:23:16 -0700
...Vehicles that have been modified from their original state, other than regular maintenance, may not be eligible for importation into Canada. For example, a...
Re: Van/squid connection... SEA Stories too...
Historical mailing list - Holly and Chris Mills
Sun, 20 May 2001 13:17:09 -0500
...Is there some connection >between Westfalias and ex-squids? Maybe it's wanderlust...or the constant >maintenance...or maybe just living in a confined...
Re: Fully restored 1990 Westy Value
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Thu, 19 Oct 2017 18:12:51 -0700
...All mechanical and maintenance > records kept, from the new transmission, AC compressor and professional > upgrade to R12. It has a new radiator, GW Tires...
Re: Engine siezed . . . Next steps?
Historical mailing list - Dave Mari
Mon, 6 Feb 2006 10:35:58 -0800
...I don't mind brakes and maintenance, but can't devote full weekends to chasing gremlins. Does anyone in the Seattle area have a...
Re: 15" Wheels
Historical mailing list - Gmail
Sat, 27 Dec 2014 16:27:52 -0800
...They are a full service VW maintenance/repairs/upgrade shop, they know Vanagon's inside and out and stand behind everything they do and...
<No subject>
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:05:12 -0700
...but i dont see any cites where did this information come from thanks On Sun, Mar 15, 2009 at 9:23 AM, Bernie <berniej...
Re: Electric conversions (Chevy Volt)
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Sat, 15 Sep 2012 13:06:23 -0700
...mail and packages, carrying the tools and material of the university maintenance people etc. Currently these are full size domestic vans. The typical use...
Re: ATF filter: urban legend?
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Mon, 23 Aug 2004 15:51:19 -0700
...I dunno. > >> I personally suspect that very few people actually do this bit of > >> maintenance, in that many don't even seem to know...
Re: How hard is it to rebuild a transmission?
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Mon, 4 May 2015 13:38:56 -1000
...The Bentley gives some good information on doing this job. > > Dennis > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf...
Re: Not an oil temp post
Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
Sun, 28 Feb 2021 08:29:12 -0600
...I never want to allow that information to fall into the wrong hands. Loose lips sink ships. Jim > > On Feb 27, 2021 at 8...
Re: OT: Eurovan forum information?
Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
Wed, 17 Oct 2012 22:44:13 -0400
...No more deferred maintenance... Thanks for all the advice, everyone! Marc On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 7:08 PM, turbowesty <turbowesty@gmail.com...
Re: Strange place for an identification plate on 91 Vanagon.
Historical mailing list
Sun, 18 Apr 2010 23:04:37 -0400
...Vehicle data 2 to 7 are also found in your Maintenance booklet." My label, located as described, contains all that information, in the order...
Re: Propane fired airconditioning
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Wed, 26 Jul 2006 16:45:40 -0700
...It seems to me that, like the fuel line issue, the best defense against a disaster is excellent preparedness and maintenance. I don't...
Re: Heads-Up - Potential Odometer Fraud
Historical mailing list - VW Vanagon
Fri, 22 May 2020 18:47:23 -0600
...thread with the hope > I can offer some relevant thoughts or information. > > To begin with are you looking for a Westy because you really...
Re: first time buyer
Historical mailing list - John C...
Tue, 18 Jan 2011 16:01:08 -0700
...off a big > debate, but I am gleaning lots of good information from it. Thanks to > everyone for adding their voice. > > Cheers, > Brad > > On...
Re: can someone help me?
Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
Fri, 25 Feb 2000 17:39:15 -0800
...Even then, I would suggest that you do research and go to them well armed with information about exactly what you think the problem...
Re: Overseas travel questions, especially for Britain
Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
Tue, 23 Apr 2002 09:10:17 -0500
I realize that you are asking for info about England but I think much of the same information applies to the rest of Western...
Re: Electric conversions (Chevy Volt)
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 15 Sep 2012 18:50:09 -0500
...mail and packages, carrying the tools and material of the university maintenance people etc. Currently these are full size domestic vans. The typical use...
Re: Advice for a long road trip
Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
Tue, 20 Jun 2000 22:33:45 -0700
...Knowing > what a great source of information, knowledge and experience this site is, I > wanted to ask for any suggestions/advice/experience with regard...
Re: So my stepson asks . . .
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:30:19 -0700
...with stock motors "might"...but from all the reading and related information I could get before I decided I wanted to avoid the WBX...
Re: slightVC: TDI vs hybrid (was: Re: TDI conversion thoughts)
Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
Fri, 29 Jun 2007 15:12:17 -0400
...and I also own a Prius and I think some > > correct information on the > > Prius is in order. > > > > The battery in the Prius is...
Re: Saga of the missing oil was Re: Dipstick readability tip (getting kindalong)
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Thu, 26 Sep 2002 08:23:40 -0400
...Obviously I'm not the most mechanically inclined guy out there but I'm pretty conscientious about maintenance and I feel like a big...
Re: DEAR GOD Re: timing belt
Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
Mon, 28 Jun 2004 16:05:26 +0000
...And no, dont >>even ask, I will not give it up until you admit that you posted faulty >>information or apologize to the list...
Re: Vanagon engine noise - collapsed lifter?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 3 Dec 2011 08:52:17 -0500
...Vanagon engine noise - collapsed lifter? Dennis, The shop where I came by that information (though not the only place, I thought it was common...
Re: [WetWesties] Flooring in back. Cont.
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Sat, 8 Jun 2013 16:22:10 -0400
...http://www.wetwesties.org/links.htm > >> > >> Please conserve bandwidth and clip quoted material in your posts. > >> Include only the information that is relevant to...
Re: Moral question
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 17 Jan 2007 08:57:27 -0600
...After countless hours on >> the phone >> with the manufacturer and other information sources, we had our >> maintenance >> guy reverse the polarity on the AC...
uh-oh!! they're talking about us!!!! :)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sat, 7 Jul 2001 19:22:06 -0500
...3) (Information for the Professional Automotive Technician). this is a freebie magazine that comes to shops that work on Imports, if they choose to...
from WetWesties ... 1986 Westphalia Camper Van for sale $10,000
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Tue, 4 May 2010 21:18:23 -0700
...Include only the information that is relevant to your response. MARKETPLACE Stay on top of your group activity without leaving the page you're...
Re: Strange place for an identification plate on 91 Vanagon.
Historical mailing list - Jeff
Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:55:58 -0700
...Vehicle data 2 to 7 are also found in your Maintenance booklet." My label, located as described, contains all that information, in the order...
Re: House Battery and Clearance
Historical mailing list - Adam Grove
Fri, 29 Jul 2022 13:17:20 -0800
...No maintenance, no fumes, easy to manage. I looked at Lithium, it does have several advantages, but for the money (under $200 on sale...
Re: DEAR GOD Re: timing belt
Historical mailing list - tmiller
Mon, 28 Jun 2004 19:16:10 -0400
...And no, dont >>>>even ask, I will not give it up until you admit that you posted faulty >>>>information or apologize to the list...
Re: AI Engine Status For Vanagon Owners
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 5 Feb 2025 20:49:08 -0500
...I was underwhelmed with the information I got from Gemini, it would give me answers that I knew to be incorrect and then when...
Re: Is it me, or is list traffic down?
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Mon, 28 Jun 2004 06:04:52 -0700
...of simply asking if it has a timing belt that needs maintenance. No there isn't. There's no telling why she had that...
Fw: 62 bus question- NVC My $.02
Historical mailing list - Evil Pig
Fri, 23 Nov 2001 03:11:14 -0800
...This is a regular maintenance item, and crucial to your steering, keep an eye on it. I did in fact have a 71 I...
Re: Electric conversions (Chevy Volt)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 16 Sep 2012 00:08:09 -0400
...mail and packages, carrying the tools and material of the university maintenance people etc. Currently these are full size domestic vans. The typical use...
Re: A/C charging and maintenance...
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 28 May 2004 08:41:33 -0500
...A/C charging and maintenance... I would like to ask the Honorable List for extensive advice on the subject of the A/C maintenance...
Re: Electric conversions (Chevy Volt)
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 15 Sep 2012 17:23:27 -0500
...mail and packages, carrying the tools and material of the university maintenance people etc. Currently these are full size domestic vans. The typical use...
Re: Air conditioning
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sat, 2 Jul 2016 08:12:53 -0400
...Learn as much as possible before > tings > > break and get ready to catch up on some overdue maintenance. If the van > is > > low mileage...
Re: Rear axle torque specs? Rear Wheel bearings.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 5 Jun 2015 12:10:06 -0400
...load and the usual lack of maintenance. Usual life is wheel in excess of 150K. What is amazing is how normal service of even...
Re: DEAR GOD Re: timing belt
Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
Mon, 28 Jun 2004 23:32:43 -0400
...And no, dont > >>>>even ask, I will not give it up until you admit that you posted faulty > >>>>information or apologize to the list...
Re: Trasco oil filter system
Historical mailing list - Mike Moery
Wed, 2 Jan 2002 18:03:14 -0900
...This is the information from their site: "The Trasko Refining Unit came about when the Govt. officials of the Tokyo metropolis started exploring the...
Re: House Battery and Clearance
Historical mailing list - Chris Cary
Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:53:55 +0000
...No maintenance, no fumes, easy to manage. I looked at Lithium, it does have several advantages, but for the money (under $200 on sale...
Re: Oil Buzzer advice
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 5 Oct 2015 09:57:20 -0500
...With modern cars, which need so little maintenance, folks like those are just out of luck. They have to stick with old cars, or...
Car Battery FAQ 2.0
Historical mailing list
Mon, 16 Sep 1996 20:31:04 -0300 (ADT)
...Type > >The two most common types of CAR batteries are low maintenance >(non-sealed) and maintenance free (non-sealed or sealed). [The low >maintenance...
Re: Beetle TDI test drive (almost no vanagon content)
Historical mailing list - Andrew Gies
Thu, 26 Aug 2004 13:59:25 -0500
...As for timing chains/belts - our '85 broke two of them (my dad wasn't too concerned with preventative maintenance) - both times my brother...
Re: !982 Diesel
Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
Mon, 25 Dec 2000 10:31:21 -0800
...You can avoid spending $$$ by performing some preventive maintenance before trying to start the engine. All of the 1.6 liter normally aspirated diesels...