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• 2.1 Engine Exhaust Stud/Bolt Questions?
  Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
  Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:22:07 -0700
  Time for some preventative maintenance on the proverbial rusting exhaust system! Presently running a stock 2.1 exhaust system with OEM Pipes and Hangers...
• Re: OEM shocks
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 02:39:08 +0200
  ...Oxroad" <Oxroad@AOL.COM> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: OEM shocks Date: 10.7.2005 - 22:54:19 > This is intersting because...
• Re: Gas question, seriously folks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 14 Dec 2013 14:08:00 -0800
  ...There was very likely still some old OEM fuel hose still in place. The images below say a lot. Rusty clamps, OEM type of...
• Re: Mysterious Oil Drain Plug Leak
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Sun, 15 Apr 2018 07:33:33 +0000
  ...The Time-Sert is a solid insert and will give better results if installed correctly.  The surface for the OEM drain plug will be...
• Brake Fade & Pads
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Tue, 5 May 1998 18:30:33 -0700
  ...This did not happen before with the OEM pads. Anyone else have similar experiences. What are the best performing pads in terms of not...
• vanagon chrome hubcap
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:01:00 -0400
  I am in need of a oem chrome hubcap in good shape. Mine fell off and I ran over it! GRRR mike
• oem style ground crimp on fitting
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 21:48:43 -0500
  anyone know where to get the original style ring terminals that are on the engine grounds <brown wires> mike
• Re: Eurovan Shock replacement info
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:40:25 -0700
  ...Old OEM shocks could be compressed with one hand, while Bilstein HDs took lots of weight and both hands... can't wait to get...
• Re: Oil cooler
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 22 Apr 2004 08:28:32 -0500
  ...So until I see viable scientific procedures that tell me that I can eliminate the OEM oil cooler, OEM oil pressure bypass I'm...
• Re: oem faucet hard to turn on/off
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 12 Aug 2018 12:57:07 -0400
  ...my 85 westy a few years back with a Bus > Depot oem replacement. It was stiff to turn on & off from the beginning and...
• Re: source for oem Carat alloy wheel centercaps?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:32:49 -0600
  ...Some folks need the OEM look and I can understand that. DM&FS At 09:18 AM 11/19/2009, Paul Guzyk wrote: >I...
• OEMS and Parts
  Historical mailing list - Dan Fleming
  Fri, 13 Jun 1997 08:21:49 -0700
  ...They didn't want any competition, whether the retailer was selling same-source OEM parts, fenders from Taiwan, Belden spark plug wires, etc. and...
• NOS: In case nobody answered this yet...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Sun, 13 May 2001 22:25:46 -0700
  ...NOS stands for "New Old Stock", a term that I believe describes unsold OEM parts. (OEM being Original Equipment Manufacturer) If BusDepot or Vanagain...
• Re: Correct hub caps...chrome moonies
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Jun 2005 11:28:20 EDT
  ...id rather have 20 yr old OEM hubcaps with a few fist dings in them from smacking them on (its inevitable) than some new...
• Re: OEM shocks
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sun, 10 Jul 2005 16:43:55 EDT
  ...The oem shocks "Boge" is what I replace my rear ones with. The lean was reduced about 75 percent.
• Re: studs for alloys - removal and installation
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sat, 12 Mar 2005 09:59:13 -0500
  > I just acquired some OEM 14" wheels with 205/70R14 tires on > them and was about to embark on the same task for my...
• OEM Expansion Tank Pressure Cap sources?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 09:48:43 -0700
  My 84 1.9L pressure cap has failed and I'm getting a German OEM loaner from a friend, to be replaced with similar...
• WTB: foglight brackets
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 3 Dec 2002 08:41:36 -0800
  Anyone know where I can get a set of OEM fog light brackets for an '87 (steel bumpers)? Thanks, Mark McCulley Seattle, WA
• Re: ironic antenna failure
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
  Fri, 30 Apr 2004 22:46:09 -0400
  Edward, I have an extra Hirschmann AUTA 970B OEM fit antenna, fully retractable, that I can sell for $25 plus shipping. - Kevin
• Re: parts list for radiator replacement on 1988 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
  Mon, 19 Mar 2007 15:01:57 -0700
  ...The OEM VW Dealer radiator has a three-pass core. The price differences are considerable. Near $600 Canadian for the OEM Dealer one, ~ $300...
• Re: FYI Go Westy bumper
  Historical mailing list - Tom and Dana Cates
  Tue, 21 Mar 2000 08:51:00 -0500
  Todd, I just ordered a new OEM chrome bumper from BusDepot, $120. The old bumper I took off was made in the far east...
• Re: Bilsteins on Ebay
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 26 Jan 2005 19:50:06 -0500
  ...Get the > HD's or the OEM Boge's We import a Boge/Sachs shock for the Vanagon from Europe that is higher-end...
• Re: wanted: good used chrome rear bumper... yes, i am actually serious :)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:06:43 -0600
  On Mar 16, 2010, at 4:46 PM, JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote: > .................... > and fyi - the OEM german ones have the holes forthe trim strip...
• Re: oem open barrel style connectors
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Fri, 24 Aug 2018 13:51:48 -0700
  ...wrote: > > anyone have a easy to use source to buy some OEM style solderless connectors > > of reasonable quality. These are the non insulated double...
• Re: Powerwindows?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:14:02 -0700
  ...Has anyone had any luck with > an aftermarket power window setup? An OEM setup would be nice but all > the motors are pretty old...
• Re: Eurovan Shock replacement info
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:52:20 -0500
  ...On the OEM shocks, the metal dust cover is also the perch for the bushing. Not so on the HD Bilsteins. You need to...
• Re: Front heater valves, another junk part
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:48:23 -0700
  ...Re: [VANAGON] Front heater valves, another junk part ---- Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > Just replaced my leaking OEM valve two weeks ago (200...
• Re: 7mm braided coolant hose, overflow to pressure
  Historical mailing list - mike riley
  Fri, 24 Jul 2015 13:59:20 -0400
  ...Fri, 24 Jul 2015 10:43:45 -0700 > > You may not be able to find the OEM hose, but a large vacuum hose or...
• Re: Bottle Jack vs. Floor Jack
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:06:50 +0000
  Yes, you are absolutely correct about the OEM jack, and mine's in perfect shape.  I think I've been watching too many YouTube...
• Re: Hubcaps
  Historical mailing list - Larry Petty
  Tue, 10 Feb 2004 07:33:46 -0500
  ...Every year I see customers that have tried to put aftermarket hubcaps on OEM wheels, or OEM hubcaps on aftermarket wheels with little success...
• Re: plumbing
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 18:18:42 -0500
  ...That is why the OEM faucet has two positions on, and a center off position. The hose used should be capable of moderately high...
• Re: Brand new German made Febi/Bilstein Windshield Rubber $39
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 29 Aug 2002 13:51:38 -0400
  > 'Got a deal on some OEM Febi/Bilstein Windshield Seals. > I am offering them to the list @ $39 each plus shipping. > Call your local...
• Re: 205 70 14 tires a necessity?
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Wed, 27 Sep 2006 22:32:44 -0400
  I purchased a set of tires from bus depot that fit the bill perfectly, and are OEM sized. http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber...
• OEM Mercedes 16X8J 5 spoke alloy rims
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 03:13:42 -0700
  Hi all, What are the chances these wheels (from a Mercedes ML320) will fit directly on a Vanagon? Thx, Karl Wolz
• FS: middle seat shoulderbelt
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 23 May 2002 12:44:20 EDT
  also have a OEM VW middle seat shoulderbelt...retracting inertia type.. perfect for childs seats on the middle seat.. pmail me if interested.. chris
• Re: Foglight switch
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 20 Jun 2002 14:03:00 EDT
  > and this got me thinking...what OEM accessory uses the remaining > >> ummm... all vanagons have the rear window defroster... even the lowliest of models...
• FS: middle bench seat 3 point mount shoulderbelt
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 7 Oct 2005 20:07:20 EDT
  for sale: 3 point mount shoulderbelt for vanagon middle seat. yes this is OEM vw . $50 + ship chris se pa
• Mr Lube / Walmart oil changes OK? I have the 'Mahn' OEM Oil Filter....
  Historical mailing list - Burdett, Jean-Pierre
  Tue, 24 Oct 2006 16:27:02 -0400
  Just making sure it's OK to take the 82' to general lube shop.... Thanks
• Re: heading out tomorrow ...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 5 Dec 2007 12:20:56 -0800
  ...What is an OEM 89 westy. You mean Original from the factory 89 diesel westy ? And what is OEM stylized California decals ? Pinstripping or...
• Re: Need a hubcap, what's the going price?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 18 Nov 2004 10:35:25 -0500
  > From what ive heard and seen personally, the non-OEM ones > WILL chip and rust very quickly. I had a few of the cheaper...
• Re: where is the best buy for drums and rotors?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Thu, 17 Feb 2005 12:55:15 -0500
  ...Tim's advice on OEM brake pads. As many of you already know, there are lots of different formulations for brake pads be they...
• Re: Rebuild longevity
  Historical mailing list - John
  Sun, 12 Sep 1999 00:06:47 -0400
  ...rods > Reground (not just polished) crankshaft > New oil pump > OEM gasket set with OEM sealant > All corroded case studs replaced (probably most of them...
• Re: Heater blower motor
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 3 Jul 2009 17:16:36 -0700
  ...http://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/HeatExchangeBox81WFan# From what I've read, "OEM" doesn't always mean a given OEM part is made by the...
• Re: Replacing Canvas on Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:36:38 -0700
  Funny thing, the squared off front on that canvas is very much like the OEM ones from 91 and maybe 90. I like the...
• re-use WBX Coolant Hose Spring Clamps?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:18:13 -0700
  ...Searching the archives, there seems to be 2 different camps on re-using the OEM coolant hose spring clamps: - re using them is ok...
• Re: Alternative mufflers in place of OEM etc..
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 9 Jul 2002 00:00:04 -0400
  ...All are stock size/shape OEM replacements, made by original suppliers to VW. However, the 2.1 liter muffler that I generally ship (based...
• Re: Replacement Carpet - OEM?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 09:30:36 -0500
  ...Are any replacement carpet sets as well-fitting? > > Is there anything considered an "OEM" replacement? I've never seen a true molded replacement. The...
• FS: OEM cruise control setup for vanagon, and OEM power window setup for vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 22 Sep 2007 16:35:07 EDT
  folks, i have these from a blue '89 carat i parted. complete cruise control system. includes all wiring, rear vac pump, linkage, relay, front...
• Re: oem faucet hard to turn on/off
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 12 Aug 2018 17:11:41 -0400
  > > Yeah this is the "new & improved" Delta 6 remake. > But it's defective. Should not be difficult to turn. Yrs, d
• Re: hit a boulder and a light pole
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:53:20 -0800
  http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/smartlist_194/caliper... yes it will fit.... if your rotors are standard issue OEM
• Good OEM parts prices?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:24:11 -0400
  I found this vendor with some pretty decent parts prices. Has anyone here used this vendor before? http://www.alleuro.com/vwparts.php Mike...
• Re: Projektzwo Fog light question
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 24 Jul 2002 12:46:47 EDT
  Okay, my fog lights came in...this time they did not come with the OEM (i.e. VW) foglight switch, just a generic toggle.
• Does anyone want an OEM Stretcher for their van?
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Wed, 8 Aug 2007 20:44:35 -0400
  I was browsing through ETKA, and found this thing. http://worldimpex.com/search_by_partno.html?searchmode=partno&partno=703889021B
• Re: Brakes and brake pads: Semi Metallic vs. Organic?
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
  Wed, 13 Jan 1999 11:32:35 -0800
  ...I've never experienced brake fade using OEM pads. I'm not a professional mechanic, but from what I've read,the OEM pads...
• Re: Removing & replace OEM cup holders
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Mon, 27 May 2002 04:17:09 -0400
  ...Anyhow, I wanted to know, has anyone successfully taken out the OEM cup holders (how?) and have you replaced them with different cup holders...
• Re: Carat front blower repair
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 23 Nov 2014 11:39:10 -0600
  On an OEM fan you will see the word BOSCH and the VW Audi logo. You will see the Bosch number 321819 021 A...
• Re: Dometic insulation
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Fri, 17 Aug 2007 09:52:19 -0600
  ...Never tried it, > but the OEM > insulation seems to have this texture. > > Inswool can be found on the internet by typing inswool into yahoo...
• Re: Painting of steel silver OEM wheels???
  Historical mailing list - Mike & Shari
  Fri, 24 Aug 2001 09:02:24 -0700
  ...Has anyone prepped and then silver repainted the > Vanagon OEM steel wheels? Before new tires are installed, I would like to > spruce up one...
• Baldwin Oil filters
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Fri, 2 Nov 2001 09:22:16 -0800
  ...I believe Baldwin are the OEM for Amsoil filters, which along with PureOne and Mobil1 are supposed to be the best available, but Baldwin...
• Re: Removing & replace OEM cup holders
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 28 May 2002 16:20:10 EDT
  ...Get one the OEM style cupholders. Find a flat spot to mount them in your van/westy/bathroom/terry k's head. Drill holes...