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  • Re: Rear Bearings
    Historical mailing list - Kevin
    Sun, 18 Apr 2004 08:23:03 -0400
    ...Rear Bearings Kevin, how did you finally get that rear plate off. John Rodgers 88 gL Driver Kevin wrote: >Hi Everyone, >Just wanted to...
  • Re: rebuilding throttle body
    Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
    Fri, 18 May 2001 15:35:28 -0500
    ...perhaps once the bushings develop some play they allow the plate to scrape against the sides. Then there's always carbon deposits that reduce...
  • Re: Build Your Own Van Fridge Kit
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Tue, 15 Nov 2005 18:27:08 -0800
    ...driven compressor > and a cold plate on his boat for his refrigeration. They run the > engine once a day to "charge" the cold plate...
  • Re: Ebay, FS, single cab in Germany
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sun, 29 Jan 2006 23:19:41 -0800
    ...The plate that you see is on the wooden box, not the truck. The other plate that is covered in paint is on all...
  • Re: pulling engine
    Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
    Wed, 2 May 2001 09:14:37 -0600
    You should disconnect the torque converter from the drive plate. I believe it is three bolts, and there is an access hole on the...
  • Re: rebuilding throttle body
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
    Sat, 19 May 2001 13:31:34 -0400
    ...Why would it wear grooves in the side? Good Luck and Drive Safely Ken Lewis 86 Crewcab,60 356 http://Neksiwel.20m.com/ On...
  • Re: RAIV / Rabbits, Sciroccos, Dashers, Vanagons too!
    Historical mailing list - Jim Ellis
    Fri, 30 May 2003 10:18:56 -0700
    ...HEY! I resemble that remark! I drive a 1980 Diesel Dasher to/from work. AZ lic plate = A2B B2A. The State of Arizona (USA...
  • Re: Watch Those Out of State Plates and Don't Take any Crap
    Historical mailing list - AATransaxle
    Tue, 24 Oct 2006 09:49:55 -0700
    ...Watch Those Out of State Plates and Don't Take any Crap >I believe Arizona has recently passed this same law, about changing lanes...
  • Battery box behind driver's seat
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Mon, 19 Nov 2001 08:07:59 -0800
    ...The only method I can think of is to take the plate off and cut a section about 1 & 1/2 inches off to...
  • Re: [T2] Preasure Plate New $35.00
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 23:23:23 -0400
    > This is a new German made Sachs clutch pressure plate to fit a Volkswagen > Van it is in the original box. > Perfect condition still...
  • Re: Tolls- roof rack vs. trailer
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 9 Jan 2012 20:20:22 -0800
    ...have a SunPass account and drive on the MDX roads, a > photo will be taken of your license plate at each tolling point > (where...
  • Re: UPDATE - Re: urgent "shifting problem" -problem WORSE
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Fri, 6 Jun 2003 17:32:29 -0400
    I'm gonna go out on a limb and say you need a new clutch plate. It is possible to drive a manual transmission...
  • Re: Driveline vibration 87 automatic
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
    Mon, 9 Sep 2013 13:52:03 -0700
    ...wrote: > Torque converter or flex plate will vibrate when the van is stationary. Rev > the motor in the driveway and check. > Brakes- did you...
  • Re: Going south again, to buy a Westy, i need info on US/state law.
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Mon, 29 Dec 2003 11:32:59 -0500
    ...I can get a temporary licence plate so I can drive > this one back home. (I will drive there with a friend in my...
  • Re: Rear Brake Drums
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 25 Oct 2000 15:41:52 -0400
    ...Bus Depot and others sell a stamped plate wrench with the big hole on one end and a half-inch drive hole at the...
  • FYI: Battery Life
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 14 Mar 2002 23:45:34 -0600
    ...Excessive acidity or dried plates from gassing hastens plate failure. Smaller batteries with high cold-cranking amps capacity are also not endurance hall of...
  • Re: Here's my problem with Insurance! Too many vehicles.
    Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
    Tue, 3 Jun 2003 22:08:15 -0500
    ...The DMV then automatically fines you each time you get reported if you don't turn in your plates beforehand, whether you drive your...
  • Re: Front swivel seats.
    Historical mailing list - Graham Challis
    Thu, 17 Jun 1999 21:56:57 -0700
    ...Only doing the passenger seat means that the seat is slightly higher than the driver's - NBD. Graham 90 GL Country Home Camper --- JordanVw...
  • Re: Calif: Buying out of state
    Historical mailing list - JD Foster
    Mon, 11 Aug 2003 12:17:09 -0700
    ...What concerns me is having PLATES and/or temporary REGISTRATION a) for my bro-in-law to drive from PA to VA and b...
  • Son of Vanagon Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
    Sun, 1 Nov 1998 20:52:46 -0500
    The "New 1999 four-wheel drive Porsche 911" was described in this weekends Wheels section of the Toronto Star. Here is an excerpt describing...
  • Leak symptoms
    Historical mailing list - Barry Mercer
    Mon, 17 Apr 2000 11:17:26 -0700
    ...the one directly in front of the license plate? Barry Mercer Sudbury, Ontario Moo 88 westy 153k kilometres. _______________________________________________________ Get 100% FREE email for life...
  • Re: Engine Removal. Van Height Double Check Please
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Sat, 23 Sep 2017 12:32:38 -0600
    ...1/8" or better plate a foot square would do >> nicely I would think. > > Right. Wondered about that. I guess even entering exiting driver...
  • Coolant Temp/Pressure Gauge Install on 1.9l
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Fri, 27 Sep 2002 09:47:18 -0400
    On the 1.9 engine there is a block off plate on the front side of the left head (driver's side). I think...
  • FW: tranny question possibly answered
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Smola
    Fri, 2 Feb 2001 19:27:59 -0600
    ...The synthetic redlijne w90 will help, but you are > probably causing further damage to your intermediate plate and shift > fork.....I had a similar...
  • Re: Using a 4 speed engine in a automatic?
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Hill
    Fri, 28 Nov 2003 06:51:04 -0600
    ...the engine, then just remove the pressure plate and flywheel and bolt on a drive plate to match up with the torque convertor. Re...
  • Re: junk van title
    Historical mailing list - Joel Wilson
    Wed, 19 Dec 2001 14:22:03 -0500
    Kim, try your local DMV or License Plate Agency. they have procedures to search for lost titles. good to hear you are saving another...
  • 85gl rear drums
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
    Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:52:13 -0800
    hello all, seem to have a weird issue with my drivers side rear drum, replaced shoes,cyls,shoes hardware. still have a noise, clunk...
  • Re: Insuring 1982 Westy as an RV ?
    Historical mailing list - walt spak
    Sat, 7 Jun 2003 13:07:51 -0400
    ...When the younger got his drivers license, I was running a 91 GL (car plates) & an 84 Westy (motor home plates), my agents help...
  • Re: heater fan whine
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:02:26 -0600
    ...http://stir-plate.com/news.htm Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 Our Web Sites: www.kegkits.com www.stir-plate.com www.andyshotsauce...
  • Re: Tail lights 'n gators (vent)
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Fri, 27 Aug 1999 23:15:15 -0700
    ...I've wondered a few times about the feasibility of mounting one somewhere near the license plate. This would have the added benefit, if...
  • Re: WTB: Rubber Diamond floor plate for Westy
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 2 Feb 2004 13:10:26 -0600
    ...Rubber Diamond floor plate for Westy >>> >>> >>> http://www.oeveedub.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Pro >>> duct_Code=VB-10006&Category_Code=vain-cm...
  • Re: No Coolant in Small Tank Behind License Plate
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:39:14 -0400
    ...No Coolant in Small Tank Behind License Plate Happy Friday - I just picked up my 87 Syncro last night from a reputable garage where...
  • Fw: paint code
    Historical mailing list - mike riley
    Sun, 26 May 2019 13:47:31 +0000
    ...I have the plate under the drivers seat and it has a code of "g6". my problem is matching the g6 to a standard...
  • Re: Download Request
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Fri, 2 Dec 2011 20:00:41 -0800
    ...html > > > > Thanks in advance, Tom Hargrave > > <http://www.stir-plate.com> www.stir-plate.com > > <http://www.towercooler.com> www.towercooler.com > > <http://www...
  • re : splash pan for '56
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 2 Nov 1995 23:57:55 -0500
    ...The pan under the drivers feet I heard called belly pan, the Parts List calls it 'Cover plate under pedal linkage' : 211 703 611...
  • Re: Coolant Leak
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:07:05 -0500
    ...It seems to be coming from a small, 2" X 1" diamond shaped cover plate at the front of the driver's side of...
  • Re: replacing flex plate with flywheel
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
    Thu, 7 Dec 2023 08:05:56 -0500
    ...Meanwhile I have an extra engine from an auto box that I could use hence the flex plate question. But setting up the flywheel...
  • Re: FREE 1985 VANAGON * (with eberspacher gas heater)
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 12 Sep 2009 13:29:58 -0700
    ...one has stepped up to the plate - heater works - it's all FREE!!!!! David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www...
  • Re: I'm fixing a hole [in the fresh water tank]
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
    Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:16:00 -0700
    ...get to access plate, Find short Phillips driver Remove one screw and set aside in cabinet along with screwdriver, Rotate plate out of the...
  • Re: K&N filter revisited with Pictures
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sat, 10 Mar 2001 11:59:54 -0700
    ...There is some bits of > sand on the inside on the plates, but not dirty. The top & > bottom plates over & under the filter are...
  • Subaru Engine donor for sale
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Fri, 29 Jun 2001 16:02:18 EDT
    ...It is a 1989 four wheel drive wagon with a 2.2 for $1700. Rusted where the front mudflaps go. Otherwise pretty straight. Drive...
  • Re: Braille parking - what would you do?
    Historical mailing list - John Runberg
    Sat, 28 Feb 2004 09:20:12 -0500
    ...ll second the motion of getting the plate number. I might try talking to the driver first, but would have little hope. Around here...
  • Re: VW Sidecar
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:43:10 -0500
    ...www.kegkits.com www.stir-plate.com www.andyshotsauce.com -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM] On Behalf Of...
  • Re: Hey California folks
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 13 Nov 1996 14:02:22 -0500
    ...The sticker was located on the back of the rear license plate hatch, though I have heard that it can be on the driver...
  • Water/AC connection plate gaskets-Any cheaper alternatives? "Millenium Falcon" 84' all brown Rustfalia/Wolfy GL "Sh*thawk" 8100 AV PPC 100Mhz B+W G3 450 MHz 256mg ram
    Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
    Fri, 9 Mar 2001 07:07:42 -0800
    ...water tight seal? IMO these crappy gaskets are the reason that driver side seam gets so rusty. Phil 84' all white Westfalia "Millenium Falcon...
  • Re: silly me, but still need feedback
    Historical mailing list - Don Kane
    Thu, 9 Dec 1999 17:28:10 -0800
    ...why replace the 5 tc drive plate bolts? Has anyone NOT >replaced them after removing them and had any ill-effects? I didn't...
  • Re: Rear license plate light removal?
    Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
    Tue, 12 Dec 2000 06:36:55 -0600
    ...Rear license plate light removal? >Once you remove the two screws, gently pry with a small screw driver around >the rubber gasket. They pop...
  • Re: Tiico and the Burp Tank
    Historical mailing list - DrCory
    Tue, 14 Aug 2001 16:58:57 -0600
    ...plate and it shows wear from the bolts holding the lower pulley of the power steering!!! The motor moves a bit while you drive...
  • Re: Fridge blowing out. Where to seal air leaks
    Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
    Fri, 11 Jun 2004 21:51:30 -0700
    ...drive. I > > want to turn on the propane and forget about it. > > > > here's a picture of my vent with all the plates and...
  • Re: semi-urgent auto transmission question
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 12 Sep 2010 09:42:49 -0400
    ...The "pressure Plate" for this clutch pack came in different thicknesses from 6 to 7.2mm. Depending on the clutches and steel plates supplied...
  • Re: rebuilding throttle body
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sat, 19 May 2001 09:48:24 -0700
    ...The idle adjustment screw allows some air to get by, and on the 1.9l TBs, there is a hole in the plate to...
  • Photo ticket at stop lights
    Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
    Fri, 13 Dec 2002 08:46:08 -0700
    ...I consider myself a decent and safe driver. However due to some lights being shorter in others in metropolitan areas I bet that I...
  • Re: 12-point tool
    Historical mailing list - Berry Kercheval
    Wed, 15 May 1996 17:15:48 PDT
    >>>vwbus@tcpbbs.com said: > BTW K-D tools make a good quality > triple square as well, brobably a bit cheaper than that "gold-plated...
  • 4 Cyl VR-6 Conversion
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 30 Nov 1999 18:55:39 -0600
    ...Is an adapter plate required.? Who makes one for this conversion? Are diesel parts required? If so what? What about any other components needed...
  • Re: Who sez Vanagons are slow?
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Thu, 5 Sep 2002 18:49:03 +1200
    ...my license plate. > >Raimund Looks nice. What speeds do you guys get up to? Hard cornering, or is it just a drivearound? -- Regards Andrew
  • Transmission leak
    Historical mailing list - Brad Fowler
    Wed, 12 Feb 2003 17:55:41 -0800
    ...What is the purpose/function of the circular metal plate next to the driver's side CV joint, towards the front of the van...
  • Re: New owner questions
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sat, 24 Nov 2012 08:29:35 -0800
    ...Behind the licence plate you see the oil filler tube? Take the cap off and the INSIDE slides out making the tube long enough...
  • Survey: Where is your paint code label?
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Sun, 8 Feb 2004 18:57:19 -0500
    ...This is all the archives have to say about that: >>> 1982 westy In the auxiliary battery compartment under the driver's seat. '86 Syncro...
  • Re: VIN Identification
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Wed, 23 Jan 2008 16:33:20 -0800
    ...yellow one, license plate door I think. It would have to be a 2.1 VIN is on the dash, drivers side, a metal...
  • Re: historical plates
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Fri, 17 Feb 1995 14:36:35 -0800 (PST)
    ...of course, but they are cheaper than personalized plates. Your are really only supposed to drive in car shows, parades and stuff withthem, but...