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  • What happened to the Vanagon stuff at MSDS?
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Fri, 30 Aug 2002 14:14:07 -0400
    http://www.msdsinc.com/ (Martin Schneider Designed Systems) used to sell Porsche 911 engine kits, brake rotors & stainless steel brake hoses, and a "Panzer...
  • More on liquid rubber mounts...
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Tue, 15 Apr 2003 13:59:10 -0700
    ...http://www.smooth-on.com/urethanes.asp#790 For $25 a quart, it might be worth a try... -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Shawn Wright, Systems Manager Shawnigan Lake...
  • Re: Exhaust Question: Stock, S&S, or Sebro?
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Wed, 25 Dec 2002 16:06:28 -0500
    >I looked through the archives and found mixed feelings on the header vs stock >exhaust systems. I am replacing the rusty exhuast system on...
  • Re: Metric this, metric that
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Wed, 1 Feb 2006 12:08:19 -0600
    ...It's just the >way the systems are constructed. Decimal systems like metric are optimized >for science and engineering, but feet and inches are...
  • Nit Picking Solar Systems
    Historical mailing list - PSavage
    Wed, 1 Nov 2000 17:13:11 -0800
    ...Solar systems need not be complicated or expensive! As to your reference to "wasted energy" powering a coffee grinder thru an inverter vs 12...
  • Re: Simpler is better? Some nonVW content... & diesel
    Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
    Thu, 16 Aug 2007 15:49:47 -0400
    ...Of course we could get even more complicated in the evaluation, and include things like externalities involved in the choice of systems etc, and...
  • Re: 91 Headlight Upgrade
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Wed, 17 Jan 2018 20:22:00 -0500
    ...http://www.rallylights.com/hella-super-7-round-h4-for-2-headlamp-systems-each-with-city-light-hl39519.html
  • Re: Digifant Newbs: Vanagon ProTraining Digifant Manual. Worth Getting!
    Historical mailing list - Tom Boldway
    Mon, 11 Jun 2012 19:27:15 -0700
    I'm looking at a completely different protraining manual (which I own) - it's titled "Vanagon/Type II Fuel Systems" and has 3 chapters...
  • Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Wed, 20 Jun 2012 19:10:34 -0600
    ...Which ain't no kinda love for our brake/clutch systems. ;-) bob
  • Re: AC System Repair/ Upgrade
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:05:26 -0400
    ...They do all the AC work for Buslab (including custom Subaru hoses) and know Vanagon AC systems inside/out. http://www.berkeleyradiator.com
  • Re: Fuel consumption?
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Wed, 31 Aug 1994 11:20:41 -0700 (PDT)
    ...a little different: Please quantify. Thom -- ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • BUG OUT
    Historical mailing list - Tim McDermott
    Wed, 15 May 1996 15:29:30 -0400
    ...Is there any interest? Tim Mcdermott Systems Analyst ISO Inc. NY
  • [/f] Re: engine rebuild in FL
    Historical mailing list - Josh Poulson
    Sat, 08 Apr 1995 20:14:48 PDT
    ...Poulson, Systems Engineering, ADP Dealer Services, Portland, OR
  • Broken key in water tank?
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Feldstein
    Mon, 03 Mar 1997 14:01:37 -0800
    ...Thanks in advance. -- Jeff Feldstein Cisco Systems jfeldste@cisco.com
  • DOT3 vs DOT4
    Historical mailing list - Richard Angelini
    Thu, 28 Aug 1997 07:21:14 -0700
    Seems like there have been several e-mails about only using DOT4 in Vanagon brake systems. The manual in my 1985 says to use...
  • Re: What do you keep in your van?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Terhaar-Yonkers
    Wed, 11 Mar 1998 20:28:48 -0500
    ...Who cares if you break down? ;-) \\\\////\\\\////\\\\\////\\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\////\\\\ Frank Terhaar-Yonkers Cisco Systems, Inc. 7025 Kit Creek Road PO Box 14987 Research Triangle Park, North Carolina...
  • Re: metal engine acess lids/ vanagon engine fires
    Historical mailing list - VANAGONE
    Thu, 12 Mar 1998 20:16:10 EST
    ...Save the van, kill the rainforests? Don't they use these types of systems in proffessional race cars? Anybody know?
  • hat-dance relay
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 30 Mar 1999 09:38:21 -0600
    ...robyn Robyn Rudisill ACD Networks Adobe Systems Inc. 206.675.7742 206.675.6819 fax 888.296.4431 pager
  • Re: Who is MSDS?
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Sat, 22 Apr 2000 01:37:55 +0200
    ...Who is this vendor? I believe it is called Martin Schneider Design Systems, the web site http://www.msdsinc.com They do conversions like...
  • Great Awning Recommendation
    Historical mailing list - Greg Morrison
    Fri, 19 May 2000 18:32:13 EDT
    We just picked up a used A&E Systems Catalina 2500 Awning (made by Dometic). It is FANTASTIC. Excellent design, easy to use, outstanding...
  • Re: I added a Turbo to improve air flow...
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Sun, 28 Nov 2004 15:01:04 -0500
    ...computer and running a standalone box such as Wolf3D v4, or Electromotive, or any of the multitude of other standalone systems out there. :) Sudhir.
  • Re: [NVC} Alternative Computer Operating Systems (4)
    Historical mailing list - Dustin Jones
    Sun, 4 Feb 2007 17:59:23 -0500
    John give Ubuntu Linux a look. You can download whats called a live cd that you boot your PC from so you can test...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Mechanical Lesson Learned On the Road (Long)
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sat, 7 Feb 2009 10:31:05 -0800
    ...that are trying to get a better understanding of 12v DC systems: http://www.amazon.com/Managing-12-Volts-Troubleshoot-Electrical/dp/0964738619/ref...
  • Re: It's a Beautiful Day in America!...
    Historical mailing list - Jim
    Tue, 22 Jul 2003 18:43:08 -0700
    ...Drive a Mac for a year or two, THEN experss your opinion. <OPIN> Personally, in my business I support both Windows and Mac systems...
  • Re: Free Mercedes V-8 (minor VW content)
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 12 Sep 1998 23:18:05 -0700
    Didn't BMW do the same thing with their 5.0L 850 the first year it came out? They put two fuel injection systems...
  • Re: Digifant and Digifant II
    Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
    Fri, 14 May 1999 14:19:47 -0700
    ...and if so are the systems so different that > this book would be of no help The two systems are quite different in their...
  • Re: [Syncro] Has anyone put a turbodiesel system in a gas inline-4?
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Sun, 11 Feb 2001 21:57:35 EST
    ...New Dimensions in nearby San Clara bought the tooling and rights to the old Callaway GTI Turbo Systems. Of course these are usually done...
  • Re: A/C refrigerant oil quantities
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Dawson
    Mon, 22 May 2000 13:01:14 EDT
    ...Also, in reading up on A/C systems, Vintage Air, of Texas, says that the Hoses used for R-134a systems has an extra...
  • Digifant and Digifant II
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grindol
    Fri, 14 May 1999 18:21:04 EDT
    ...Is there a difference and if so are the systems so different that this book would be of no help Thanks to the Listees...
  • BioDiesel - anyone brewing it?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Fri, 26 Oct 2001 09:20:14 -0700
    ...I'm looking into it, and need to find suppliers for methanol and NaOH (lye) THanks.======================== Shawn Wright Computer Systems Manager Shawnigan Lake School...
  • Re: Goofy Coolant Refresh Idea
    Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
    Fri, 4 Apr 2003 12:26:18 -0800
    ...water > exotic fish and algae blooms have no place in our > cooling systems. Sez you! Next up... Vanaquarium... -MB -- _______________________________________________________________________ Mark Belanger - belanger@fluid.com
  • road trip
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Thu, 3 Apr 2008 12:12:28 -0400
    heading tomorrow on kayaking road trip thru next weekend and even though all systems are a good, still need a good measure of luck...
  • Re: Exhaust question
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Fri, 1 Oct 2010 11:59:58 -0400
    ...There is no comparison between this and the extractor systems that are your only alternative. While the extractor systems are admittedly cheaper (we sell...
  • Re: 88 GL - Oil Cooler R&R
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 9 Jan 2014 01:36:52 -0500
    ...YMMV Ch FIRST Mentor and Systems Engineer <<-- Searching..... Systems Integration & Analysis - Requirements Analysis - Documentation - Leadership www.linkedin.com/in/carlghansen ******************************************************************************* On Jan 5, 2014...
  • Re: Heater Core coolant direction. 1st response was blocked.
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Sat, 27 Nov 2021 17:21:22 -0500
    ...There are situations where this is not done for > example, heating systems taking in air at freezing temperatures in systems > not using antifreeze. Especially...
  • Re: Interesting 16" Doka Pics
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Fri, 12 Sep 2008 21:14:48 -0700
    ...dual alternator T3s and they were all 12V - just > two separate systems one for the regular stuff and one for the military > stuff like...
  • Emissions Inspection 1980 Vanagon Westfalia
    Historical mailing list - David Rankin
    Mon, 4 Dec 95 17:48:03 -0500
    ...Processing Office Phone = 919.962.2435 FAX Phone = 919.962.0900 DaVinci Mail Address = DBR@SYSTEMS Internet Mail Address = DBR.SYSTEMS@MHS.UNC.EDU ==================================================
  • Re: Fuel ponderings
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Tue, 1 Nov 2005 12:03:42 -0800
    Some of the current Hybrid cars, do in fact use regenerative braking systems (i.e. when you brake some of the power is converted...
  • Re: New fridge replacement option for the Dometic
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Sat, 29 Sep 2007 12:26:49 -0700
    ...Onboard Charging Systems > > Following this thread on batteries and charging systems gives new > > meaning to the quip "Why make something Simple and Elegant when...
  • Fiche for 84
    Historical mailing list - Pavneet Arora
    Thu, 7 Nov 1996 13:39:57 -0500
    ...Pavneet Arora -- pavneet@cyantic.com ------------ Cyantic Systems
  • Re: Passive restraining systems. (long?)
    Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
    Thu, 19 Nov 1998 22:23:22 -0500
    >We don't need to get rid of air bags ...,, we need >to get rid of the government! Strange, I saw something to this...
  • stainless steel exhaust availability
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Mon, 11 Jan 1999 09:38:58 PST
    Are there any stainless steel exhaust systems available for the Vanagon yet? I know Stebro has been promising delivery for over a year now...
  • Nexen SV820
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:12:05 -0500
    ...Belt Driven A/C Systems ... “new” Prius is the > > 2004 MY. > > > > I tried to find it, but didn't have the patience. There is...
  • Re: Adding freon
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sun, 4 Apr 2010 10:01:30 -0500
    ...Though some say > there is no problem with the R134a in these old systems, it is good to > know that the R134a runs at...
  • Re: Exaust Systems
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Tue, 28 May 2002 10:38:19 -0400
    ...The latter is particularly the case with aftermarket systems; as a rule OEM type systems are a slightly easier fit. It is also likely...
  • Re: How do you tell how much juice a battery has/?
    Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
    Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:42:11 -0500
    ...that I could wire into my systems (I have a few > different vehicles with multiple battery systems) where I might get an > actual meaningful...
  • Who wanted the German "How to Build your own Camper Book?"
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Sat, 9 Oct 1999 21:29:49 EDT
    ...off-road modifications, electrical systems, gas systems, how to install a heater or furnace, how to install a high roof or poptop and much...
  • Oil Pressure Gauge Kit
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
    Tue, 6 Mar 2018 20:08:26 +0000
    ...This would be on an 84 2.2l GW engine with a 1.9 systems. Thank you kindly! Ryan in Asheville, NC
  • Re: New Vanagon.com Repair Shops Map Page!
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Wed, 12 Apr 2017 14:16:22 -0400
    ...of emergency, but otherwise am no longer doing any customer repair work outside of camper upgrades such as fridges and furnaces, battery systems. Karl
  • Re: 36hp troubles/A LOT of old splits
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Thu, 1 Sep 1994 17:59:24 -0700 (PDT)
    ...can taste it! Thom '56 Kombi -- ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Re: electrical systems
    Historical mailing list - Chris
    Thu, 19 May 94 16:23:00 CDT
    I am really wary when it comes to electromods because I've burned up a few wires messing with the fuses, etc. One little...
  • Re: Vanagon tire ?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 18 Jul 94 12:23:12 PDT
    ...michael@uvphys.phys.uvic.ca Ahlea Systems Corp. ahleatst@dataflux.bc.ca
  • Gas Tank Sealer
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Wed, 12 Apr 1995 22:39:41 -0700 (PDT)
    ...they can't pee standing up. ............................................................................ : Thom Fitzpatrick Transamerica Info Mgmnt : : Systems Administrator 1860 Howe Ave : : tfitzpatrick@tim.com Sacramento, CA 95825 : : fax (916...
  • Re: Underheating?
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
    Mon, 5 Oct 1998 10:21:55 -0700
    ...Vanagons seem to have pretty good cooling systems, and will run *really* cold if they can't turn off. One of my Syncros did...
  • More cooling fun..
    Historical mailing list - DSTEVENS
    Tue, 10 Nov 1998 16:00:23 -0500
    ...Daniel Stevens Business Systems Specialist
  • Re: 89 syncro westy ac fixed (correctly this time)
    Historical mailing list - Tom Smith
    Mon, 4 Sep 2000 22:07:15 EDT
    I think you need a new A/C technician, In my experence all A/C systems are serviced thru the low side and the...
  • Re: O2 sensor stuff
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Wed, 7 Mar 2001 07:42:36 -0700
    ...Karl Wolz > > Bosch's closed loop system is a big advancement over carburetors or open > loop FI systems. But I can understand why people...
  • Re: Brake master cylinder Vs Clutch master cylinder Vs Slave clutch cylinder?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 12 Dec 2014 08:58:08 -0500
    ...Both systems draw fluid from the same reservoir, but the brakes take their feed from the bottom and the clutch from the side. That...
  • Solar Panel Mount -Flexible Panels?
    Historical mailing list - Pat Sloan
    Sat, 1 May 2010 16:44:55 -0700
    ...They all seem much lighter than the permanent roof mount systems anyway. Has anyone had any experience with the flexible/portable systems? What are...
  • Re: HHO Kits
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 18 Apr 2011 10:34:14 -0400
    ...Like brakes, vehicles with power-assisted systems are set up differently than those with manual systems. The advantages of these setup changes come back...