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  • Specifications needed
    Historical mailing list - armando guzman
    Sat, 12 Jul 2003 19:28:58 -0700
    ...I need Bore and Stroke, case bore size, crank journals diameters, both main and rods, and tightening torque values for the rods and the...
  • Re: transaxle value
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Thu, 14 Jun 2001 21:57:37 -0700
    ...Transaxle Value I'm looking for opinion of value on an '82 transaxle. I don't know the condition for sure because the PO...
  • Re: collison insurance on 83 westy?
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Tue, 30 Mar 2004 15:02:43 -0500
    ...I ended up, after some discussion, > with a settlement that was very fair, true replacement value on the > vehicle. And after I bought the...
  • Re: Dollar value of Westfalias
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Thu, 6 Oct 2011 08:11:14 -0700
    > Hi All, > > Has anyone noticed a change in the values of Westies in the last few years, > up, down or stable? My gut tells...
  • for sale: complete westy poptop section - boost your vans resale value!
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 2 May 2003 12:27:53 EDT
    ...make your passenger van into a poptop! boost resale value if you have a passenger syncro - viola! instant syncro westy!! :<) email me for pics...
  • Re: OEM Vanagon alloy torque spec>??
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Thu, 23 Jun 2005 14:52:43 -0400
    ...Are they different, or the same as the stock steel > wheels, and is that > 123FtLb or 133FtLb? I find both values. > Thanks for the...
  • Re: Decision Time
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Wed, 4 Jul 2001 10:42:05 -0500
    MIke, An honest opinion? What you are dealing with here is a classic case of diminishing values. The Merc, will never loose it's...
  • Re: oil pressure values
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Fri, 14 Dec 2007 13:31:46 -0800
    ...robert feller <syncro.carboncow@gmail.com> wrote: > What are acceptable PSI values for oil pressure at idle vs. load? > > Got a gauge in my...
  • Re: Appraiser in So. Cal or Massachusetts?
    Historical mailing list - Sharon Mendonca
    Thu, 16 Aug 2007 19:53:24 -0700
    ...Forget Blue Book value - it's practically nothing. The body shop based their figures pretty much on what we paid - gave them to the...
  • Re: Insurance on Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - VW Doka
    Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:33:00 -0800
    Michael, I have stated value ($20,0000) insurance on my '89 Tristar through Geico. Have you asked your current insurance if they'll let...
  • Re: GoWesty Van Values
    Historical mailing list - trooz
    Tue, 21 Mar 2006 18:52:17 -0800
    ...GoWesty Van Values I can tell you that an hour of shop time at GoWesty is $85. On the other hand, they seem to...
  • Kelley Blue Book site / Re: FS: '89 Westy
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 14 Jan 1997 10:06:40
    ...But what really impressed me was that it is clearly customized for the Volkswagen van itself, rather than just adding generic values for different...
  • Re: Fuses
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:15:48 -0700
    ...I have red, white, and blue, so patriotism aside anyone know the > values? Or even what they're called so I can google the...
  • Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Sat, 4 Aug 2007 20:36:29 -0700
    ...Curves for the specific heat of one cc of air at various temperatures and RH values exist. So to figure out how many btus...
  • Re: Value of an ' 88 Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Phillip Bouton
    Thu, 29 Oct 1998 08:55:12 -0500
    ...October 28, 1998 11:48 PM To: vanagon@VANAGON.COM Subject: Value of an ' 88 Westy? A friend has an ' 88 Westy for sale...
  • Re: Value of local salvaged windshield?
    Historical mailing list - Volks Cafe
    Fri, 6 Aug 2004 13:53:11 -0700
    ...COM> Sent: Friday, August 06, 2004 1:32 PM Subject: Re: Value of local salvaged windshield? > A brand new windshield installed is only about...
  • Re: removing frozen lug nuts / bolts ?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Sat, 17 Dec 2005 03:03:22 -0800
    ...The only way to know just how > much to alter the torque value when the friction value is changed (such > as when a lugnut...
  • Re: Torque wrench use
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 7 Nov 2004 11:30:24 -0600
    Dennis, for many applications you are probably right, but for many there are also specified torque values. If a torque value is specified, then...
  • Re: Diamler chrysler vw...
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Thu, 25 Aug 2005 11:01:02 +1200
    ...However as the 2 year discussions and paperwork between >government agencies in about 6 countries went on, chrysler went down in >value again as...
  • Re: Fuses
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Mon, 18 Oct 2010 20:39:22 -0500
    ...I have red, white, and blue, so patriotism aside anyone know the > values? Or even what they're called so I can google the...
  • "Drivers sue over value of totaled cars"
    Historical mailing list - Chris Stinson
    Tue, 25 Jul 2000 09:16:15 -0400
    For those of us who have had "totaled" cars (under)valued by insurance companies, there is an interesting article in today's (July 25...
  • Re: Tech tip #2/torque values
    Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
    Tue, 8 Jul 1997 12:17:10 +0000
    ...Harry. > Excuse my ignorance but what are the torque values for Vanagon lug nuts > (standard wheels) and why are they so crucial? Thanks in...
  • Re: GoWesty Van Values
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Mon, 20 Mar 2006 12:48:12 -0800
    ...the values of our rigs just keep going UP and UP. I'll print that advert and keep it for when I have to...
  • Re: salvage title was....
    Historical mailing list - Robert Rountree
    Wed, 28 Sep 2005 17:05:08 +0000
    ...to set it's value, plus photos by the appraiser. My Syncro is completely covered at a value of $20k. There will be NO...
  • Re: Torque value for thermo switch on WBX rad?
    Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
    Sun, 2 Mar 2008 08:13:03 -0800
    ...Torque value for thermo switch on WBX rad? > > At 2/28/2008 07:51 PM,neil N wrote: > >Can't find it in Bentley...
  • '84 Camper value
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 25 Nov 1998 09:48:59 -0500
    ...have any input as to what I should look for as value. If I get this, it would be with the intention of stripping...
  • sources for idle control value
    Historical mailing list - gary hradek
    Mon, 6 Jan 2003 07:59:06 -0800
    ...sources for idle control value Folks, My mechanic (not a VW dealership) tells me my idle problems are because of a failing idle control...
  • Re: quantum synchro value
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 26 Apr 2003 08:50:28 -0400
    ...quantum synchro value I ran across an '87 Quantum synchro 5 sp w/ 5 cyl engine today good shape 150k. Any opinions as to...
  • Re: Gas heater value?
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Mon, 4 Dec 2006 12:01:23 -0700
    ...Gas heater value? > I have a line on an 87 passenger van, Canadian market, which is > equipped with a gas heater. I would not...
  • Re: Roadside service
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Tue, 3 Mar 2015 11:11:25 -0800
    Actually, I just did a check on www.NADAguides.com for my 1985 Westy and got a value range of $5350 to $20,300...
  • Re: What Fire?
    Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
    Tue, 12 Jan 1999 06:48:51 -0500
    ...They only wanted to give book value to it. Lessons learned: 1. make sure all fuel lines are tight...even if you put new...
  • AFM values
    Historical mailing list - James Creech
    Tue, 3 Apr 2001 10:33:25 -0400
    ...Those ohm values would be helpful to those of us with old AMF's who'd like to compare ours to see if they...
  • Re: Roadside service
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 3 Mar 2015 11:04:44 -0600
    Almost all insurance policies will only cover Blue Book (or NADA, depending on the company) value for a totaled vehicle. The only way around...
  • FW: What is a replacement value? (86 Westfalia)
    Historical mailing list - Beglins
    Sun, 22 Nov 1998 10:54:16 -0800
    ...Consequently, I looked up the Blue Book and IntelliChoice values _as guides_ to its fair-market worth or replacement value: BLUE BOOK Suggested Retail...
  • Re: Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 17 Aug 2013 08:32:40 -0400
    ...Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed Having never found my Bentley after moving - I am a bit handicapped on certain Vanagon things. I am...
  • Re: adding resister to center 1.9 coolant temp gauge?
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
    Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:32:05 -0400
    ...Try and find that value resistor and wire it in. Now take the 100 ohm potem and substitute the temp sender with it. Check...
  • Insurance..... some forethought.
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Wed, 30 Dec 2009 12:30:57 -0500
    ...This places my bluebook value at something like $1500 or $2000. Here's where the problem lies..... It's now a full westfalia with...
  • Re: I hate to get a tire discussion - Other Hankook
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
    Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:24:42 -0700
    ...Everyone seems to like the Hankook tires, and they seem to a very good value as well. The 16 inch snow tire looks like...
  • Re: thermal value of bra's
    Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
    Thu, 9 Nov 1995 13:07:34 -0600 (CST)
    After the recent T/A thread, I'd be afeared to post anything regarding thermal value and bras! Sorry, I know someone was going...
  • re overheard in a bicycle shop (F)
    Historical mailing list - Norman Leong
    Sat, 8 Aug 1998 09:47:22 -0700
    ...significantly less value than my bikes, and the sum total of all my bikes now probably still exceeds the current value of the VW...
  • 87' westy value
    Historical mailing list - MF
    Mon, 12 Feb 2001 19:00:51 -0500
    ...I would like some input on the experts of the list as to it's value, it is a project. Brown paint, no rust...
  • Re: I'm pulling the interior in my westy - what should I do next?
    Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
    Sun, 2 Apr 2006 19:00:16 -0400
    ...UV > resistant) It also has a very high rubbing value (good for seats, in > other words). So if I go to a fabric store...
  • Re: The end of the road (86 westy runnin' rich)
    Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 WBXs
    Tue, 22 Oct 2002 02:56:37 +0000
    ...If you don't have nominal(good)tests values, I can send you test values I've taken from an '86 syncro. I used...
  • Roadhaus donation
    Historical mailing list - Jean-Pierre Le Cruguel
    Thu, 6 May 2004 11:42:37 -0400
    ...It's about each one's value. And to me, both side have very good reasons to do so. It's about values. And...
  • Re: VW means 'Vacation Wagon' :-)
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 17 Sep 2005 18:26:32 -0500
    ...Vehicles are machines, they depreciate in value and thus any "Equity" is eventually lost. Vehicles are expenses, not investments, depreciate, and thus have a...
  • Re: Dealer offers 10K for 91 Carat with 11.8K book value....is it a rip....
    Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
    Thu, 27 Oct 1994 07:16:04 -0700 (PDT)
    ...Dealer offers 10K for 91 Carat with 11.8K book value....is it a rip.... > > > > On Wed, 26 Oct 1994, JJ MATCHETT wrote: > > > A...
  • Re: Insurance..... some forethought.
    Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
    Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:51:57 -0800
    > First off, my van is (according to the VIN) a 1985 sunroof vanagon, in > "good" shape. > This places my bluebook value at something like...
  • IMPORTANT! Stated Value Quote/Vanagon insurance
    Historical mailing list - Gregory S. Morrison
    Tue, 3 Feb 2009 14:08:40 -0800
    ...That is defined as the value as determined by NADA or Kelley Blue Book. Here's the problem: the values those companies ascribe to...
  • Re: 36K mi 89Westy
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Sun, 23 Dec 2012 10:49:25 -0700
    I might give it a slightly higher value than mine because of the low low miles...here's my comp : I have an 88...
  • Re: Loaf Westy on ebay w/36K for $11K and rising: List bias observation
    Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
    Sat, 24 Jun 2006 01:47:25 -0400
    Hi Jim, Doesn't the "Value" of an asset depend on the use that the owner of the asset intends for it? If a...
  • Re: SubaGon resale values
    Historical mailing list - Jim Huskins
    Sat, 2 Jun 2001 08:36:54 -0400
    ...We use our cars daily, and use lowers resale value. I would be content to get rid of the autos we own except for...
  • Re: '85 Vanagon Value
    Historical mailing list - JAnet Andersen
    Tue, 31 Mar 1998 17:58:01 -0800
    I would buy it at that price. DrRufo SOCal 81 vanagon
  • Re: Torque Wrench
    Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
    Sun, 6 Oct 2002 12:33:15 +0100
    ...If there is no specified torque, use a standard torque value for the bolt size. Barring that, go finger tight and a 1/4...
  • Dealer offers 10K for 91 Carat with 11.8K book value....is it a rip....
    Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
    Wed, 26 Oct 94 19:37:40 PDT
    So JJ MATCHETT says: > > A ford Dealer offered me 10K for my 91 Vanagon Carat that has a wholesale > blue book value of 11...
  • Re: pricing a 91 westfalia.
    Historical mailing list - Barry E. Muller
    Fri, 2 May 2003 06:51:21 -0400
    ...Once Cars get much older than that they either lose value pretty quick around here due to salt - or thebecome collectable and you have...
  • Re: SubaGon resale values
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 3 Jun 2001 10:32:48 -0500
    In my own experience conversions don't have the same value as original equipment when it comes to selling, unless you find that unique...
  • Re: 91 GL Non Camper worth 10K?-Insurance Quote
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:55:58 -0500
    ...I can upgrade to a higher mileage >> limit and still affordable IF I can value the van at 10K. Any >> suggestions?. >> Thanks. >> BTW-Value...
  • Need VALUE OF TENT, no poles
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 14 Apr 1997 21:49:45 +0000
    ...Any thought on the value of the tent in such condition and any chance I'll ever find poles? If not I will still...
  • treatise on Syncro Westy values
    Historical mailing list - Road Trip
    Mon, 3 Mar 2003 19:36:38 -0800
    Judy's very desirable Syncro Westie's value is in my opinion severely impacted by the reality of its lifetime spent in Michigan. Even...
  • Re: Roadside service
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 3 Mar 2015 14:17:39 -0600
    ...The company will gladly sell you the policy, then later, when you total the vehicle, pay you book value, not stated value. An agreed...