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Re: Our Trip Report
Historical mailing list - Yi-Ruey Wei
Tue, 18 Aug 1998 17:16:49 -0500
...off part of the van's side molding, took off the undercoating that covered various parts adjacent to the wheelwell, and the tire so...
Re: VW Bug questions
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Fri, 16 Jul 2004 18:46:44 -0700
...You live up north so undercoating the body installing a gas heater for the winter would be a must. Oh, and without forced ventilation...
Fuel gauge sender ground location
Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
Thu, 5 Mar 2009 19:52:39 -0800
...amongst the fuel vent lines, a single brown wire covered with crusty undercoating will be found..... felt! Don't recall actually being able to...
Re: Gas tank replace question
Historical mailing list
Sat, 3 Feb 2024 16:40:50 +0000
...New paint or undercoating, replace hoses and grommets, reinstall and have your mechanic, or you, pressure test it. Then be on your way. It...
Re: VW repairs shops directory
Historical mailing list
Tue, 26 Sep 1995 20:54:42 -0500 (CDT)
...Bring a magnet and look for bondo work or fiberglass fixes covered up with undercoating. Do the same magnet test with the body. Check...
Look Ma, no (gas) smell!
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Wed, 23 Nov 2005 13:17:13 -0700
...spray-painted the top silver, and the bottom with Mar-Hide undercoating. The fuel filter had never been replaced, so this was also done...
Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 12:04:45 -0800
...The next step is to remove all the undercoating on the two rod sections. I had undercoating applied about 20 years ago. I think...
Re: Seem rust restoration, etc
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Sat, 25 Sep 2010 15:41:23 -0500
...Ziebart undercoating is a perfect example. The sales pitch goes > something like "if you don't buy this expensive undercoating package your > car body...
Re: Tire paint?
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:35:28 -0700
...Eastwood's Underbody Latex > protectant ( > http://www.eastwood.com/ew-rubberized-undercoating-aerosol-18-oz.html). > > Has anyone had a chance to try either...
Re: Quick question: Removing the passenger expansion tank
Historical mailing list - Aaron
Sat, 14 Jul 2012 18:47:11 -0700
...gmail.com> wrote: > Yes, I just went through the same thing. Undercoating made it difficult to > remove too. Use a wide blade to pry...
Re: Seem rust restoration, etc
Historical mailing list - Peter Lapp
Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:33:05 -0500
...Ziebart undercoating is a perfect example. The sales pitch goes > >> something like "if you don't buy this expensive undercoating package > your > >> car body...
Re: Tach project wiring tip
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:11:37 -0400
...But, I’ll be using the existing wire and I’m happy about that as my 84 was treated with Waxoil undercoating and it...
Re: Winter driving in the NE. Is it worth it?
Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
Sun, 13 Oct 2002 21:06:47 -0400
...away > with it with lots of washings, and maybe a protective > undercoating. My body shop friend says nothing will stop > it, but this guy...
Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 22:16:52 +0000
...The next step is to remove all the undercoating on the two rod sections. I had undercoating applied about 20 years ago. I think...
Re: '81 Westy Rims / Poptop Color
Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
Tue, 4 Dec 2001 09:27:05 -0600
...the inside of all the metal panels, then covering with Bondo undercoating, insulating and putting vapour barrier over cavities which I can isolate w...
Re: '81 Westy Rims / Poptop Color
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Mon, 3 Dec 2001 20:38:12 -0800
...the inside of all the metal panels, then > covering with Bondo undercoating, insulating and putting vapour barrier over > cavities which I can isolate w...
Re: Winterizing Newbie Question
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 18 Sep 2008 22:18:41 -0400
...Are you dry docking the van or will it still be used occasionally? If being stored outside you need to think of undercoating, rust...
Re: Rust repair? and starter replacement
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Thu, 18 Aug 2005 07:21:35 -0700
...The seam rust that appears below the neck is due to cracking of the undercoating behind the filler neck, and can only be cleaned...
Re: Winter driving in the NE. Is it worth it?
Historical mailing list - Alan Pickersgill
Sun, 13 Oct 2002 21:06:18 -0400
...away with it with lots of washings, and maybe a protective undercoating. My body shop friend says nothing will stop it, but this guy...
Re: daily driver Vanagons
Historical mailing list - jerry baldwin
Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:19:23 -0400
...salty water on it till it rusts a hole. > > POR 15, Undercoating and Stainless Steel. Rubber Steering hoses and nickel > alloy brake lines. Keeping...
Re: Tire paint?
Historical mailing list - Roland
Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:42:14 -0700
...Eastwood's Underbody Latex > protectant ( > http://www.eastwood.com/ew-rubberized-undercoating-aerosol-18-oz.html). > > Has anyone had a chance to try either...
Re: Syncro Fuel tank question
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Fri, 28 Feb 2014 15:20:22 -0500
...Cleaning and undercoating the entire fuel tank area for weather and > sound isolation. > > Can't imagine the originals going much longer after 27 years...
Re: hard to reach seam rust .. best options
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 30 May 2006 17:34:14 -0700
...POR-15 the heck out of the inside and then seal it with rubberized undercoating to make sure that if it cracks for what...
Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Tue, 18 Feb 2025 07:40:31 -0800
...The next step is to remove all the undercoating on the two rod sections. I had undercoating applied about 20 years ago. I think...
Re: Breaking into a vanagon? How do you lock the keys in?
Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
Thu, 15 Apr 2004 21:25:09 -0700
...Then spray over the spot (and reasonable surrounding area) with flat black undercoating spray. Makes the key almost invisible, so better than a hide...
Re: Syncro Fuel tank question
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Fri, 28 Feb 2014 11:33:39 -0800
...Cleaning and undercoating the entire fuel tank area for weather and sound isolation. Can't imagine the originals going much longer after 27 years...
Re: '90 Front Fiberglas Bumper - HELP!!!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:35:56 -0400
...The damage you showed includes a break in the paint and seemingly cracked metal, meaning the undercoating on the other side is likely cracked...
Re: Tire paint?
Historical mailing list - VW Doka
Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:52:02 -0400
...Eastwood's Underbody Latex >> protectant ( >> http://www.eastwood.com/ew-rubberized-undercoating-aerosol-18-oz.html). >> >> Has anyone had a chance to try either...
Re: Mercedes 5cyl 300TD in vanagon?
Historical mailing list - Jack
Thu, 19 Dec 2002 23:58:47 -0800
...The paint was microscopically thin with poor undercoating on some of these cars; I really admired their manufacturing skill in being able to apply...
Re: Fuel gauge sender ground location
Historical mailing list - neil N
Fri, 6 Mar 2009 10:32:16 -0800
...amongst the fuel vent lines, a single > brown wire covered with crusty undercoating will be found..... felt! > Don't recall actually being able to...
Re: Electronic Rustproofing?
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:27:18 -0700
...Allan Streib wrote: > >> VW used something like a heavy waxy/oily undercoating... I remember it >> oozing out around trim pieces, side marker lamps, etc...
Re: Stereo status...long
Historical mailing list - Mark Mages
Mon, 17 Jul 2000 08:33:39 -0700
...Also undercoating the bottom of the van helps. But that is a whole 'nother problem ;) > More soon . . . after all, I can't stand to...
Re: fuel filter and gas tank questions
Historical mailing list - jimt
Wed, 23 Nov 2005 23:00:01 -0700
...these are the two plastic tanks that may be hidden behind the undercoating if you had a van with it. the seals go to...
Re: Sound Deadener Installation Concerns
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Thu, 25 Mar 2004 07:59:12 EST
...In the old days we used undercoating and fiberglass matting and built it up on the inside of the doors. It really makes the...
Re: heating ideas: insulation!
Historical mailing list
Mon, 2 Oct 1995 12:35:04 -0300
...There is no real undercoating on the interior surface, NONE. There is also no paint! just that thin black primer you get on the...
Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
Historical mailing list
Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:20:16 +0000
...The next step is to remove all the undercoating on the two rod sections. I had undercoating applied about 20 years ago. I think...
Re: Soundproofing recommendations?
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Sat, 10 May 2008 05:09:15 -0700
...http://www.zerorust.com/ Underbody first coat and any rubberized undercoating over this product. Hope this helps. dylan ----- Original Message ---- From: dylan friedman <insyncro...
Re: rebuilding shifter linkage
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:58:21 -0500
...The next step is to remove all the undercoating on the two rod sections. I had undercoating applied about 20 years ago. I think...
Re: Things I have to Do Before I drive to Alaska....
Historical mailing list - Bruce Ralphs
Tue, 12 May 1998 22:57:50 -0700
...I would apply some of the rubbery undercoating that sprays on prior to the trip and have both front mud flaps. A front bra...
Re: replacing gas tank crossover tubes
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Fri, 22 Jun 2001 10:52:56 -0700
Seems it might not be a bad idea to spray the top of the tank with undercoating while it's out. Any reason not...
Re: WTB - Westy - no rust - with power windows, locks and mirrors. Interior can be trashed. Auto tranny, AC. Syncro ok
Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
Tue, 18 May 2004 14:03:35 -0700
...I patched that car with a large sheet of galvanized steel and a ton of undercoating. East Coast cars define the words "temporary transportation...
Re: '86 Doublecab on ebay..in PA.. one day left..at $4500 now..
Historical mailing list
Sat, 5 Mar 2005 15:35:00 EST
...that fix requires no finish bodywork/paintwork because it is hidden by the rubber floormat at the top and by the wheelwell undercoating in...
Stats & results on soundproof-interior project.
Historical mailing list - Matthew Bulley
Sun, 7 Sep 1997 08:34:32 -0400
...cans of polyurethane expansion foam sealant Four gallons of "Kool Patch" undercoating Two rolls of JCWhitney's "Sound and Heat Insulation used by NASA...
Re: Temporary Winter chassis treatment
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Mon, 11 Jan 2021 00:52:41 -0600
...Some foolishly refused to pay for the undercoating process and they paid dearly later. A high school friend of mine, Kevin Snow, drove a...
Re: noise reduction
Historical mailing list - tmiller
Thu, 21 Oct 2004 21:25:25 -0400
...noise' by putting some Silencer Strips (by 3M) or some Rubberized Undercoating by 3M inside the doors and behind the interior panels inside. spray...
Re: A day with Waxoyl(and no Pompadore to use the leftovers on)
Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
Thu, 13 Feb 2003 11:54:45 -0500
...I have seen several references to Waxoyl, the original British<br> undercoating for vehicles.  Well, a web search found Proper MG, an MG...
Re: Electronic Rustproofing?
Historical mailing list - Jim Lieb
Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:45:07 -0400
...Allan Streib wrote: > > > >> VW used something like a heavy waxy/oily undercoating... I remember it > >> oozing out around trim pieces, side marker lamps, etc...
Re: daily driver Vanagons
Historical mailing list - T Collins
Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:22:07 -0400
...salty water on it till it > > rusts a hole. > > > POR 15, Undercoating and Stainless Steel. Rubber Steering hoses and > > nickel > > alloy brake lines. Keeping...
idiot's guide to vanagon seam rust repair. please read
Historical mailing list
Tue, 1 Mar 2005 10:57:17 EST
...poke around, and you will most likely see the factory undercoating/seam sealer bubbled up, and scrape off the LOOSE undercoating/seam sealer. scrape...
Re: any words of wisdom for a virgin to the world of westy's?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Mon, 10 May 2010 21:10:06 -0400
...place. <g> One good thing is that the original VW wax undercoating is superb. Hope that helps a bit, and welcome aboard. Ben Tan...
Re: Mercedes 5cyl 300TD in vanagon?
Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
Sat, 21 Dec 2002 11:48:46 +1300
...No real headache to replace them with aftermarket allen-heads. >The paint was microscopically thin with poor undercoating on some of these >cars; Where...
Re: idiot's guide to vanagon seam rust repair. please read
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Tue, 1 Mar 2005 08:15:38 -0800
...poke around, and you will most likely see the > factory > undercoating/seam sealer bubbled up, and scrape off the LOOSE > undercoating/seam sealer. scrape...
'56 Kombi Expense Report
Historical mailing list
Thu, 12 Oct 1995 21:50:08 -0700 (PDT)
...Cost 03/17/94 Bondo $35.00 Spray paint $120.00 undercoating $90.00 Sandpaper $150.00 stripper wheels $35.00 rust treatments $20...
Re: How does the Oxy Sensor Work/ go bad?
Historical mailing list - Bulley
Wed, 24 Nov 1999 15:38:35 -0500
...If the outside of the sensor should become blocked, or coated with oil, sound insulation, undercoating or antifreeze, (among other things), this comparison is...
Re: rejuvenating the propane tank
Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
Mon, 17 Sep 2007 16:02:33 -0700
...Then I put the rock guard back on and spray the whole thing with undercoating where the rocks would hit it. Done. Sure, I...
Re: daily driver Vanagons
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:43:29 -0400
...salty water on it till it > > rusts a hole. > > > POR 15, Undercoating and Stainless Steel. Rubber Steering hoses and > > nickel > > alloy brake lines. Keeping...
Re: POR-15 and seams
Historical mailing list
Mon, 4 Apr 2005 14:27:30 EDT
...poke around, and you will most likely see the factory undercoating/seam sealer bubbled up, and scrape off the LOOSE undercoating/seam sealer. scrape...
Re: SMOKE! After I turn off my BA6 Gas Heater
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Mon, 20 May 2002 10:18:37 -0700
...or burn anything that has been sprayed on the exterior, especially undercoating. Here are a few more guesses: Oil in the heater boxes burning...
Re: Fuel gauge sender ground location
Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
Fri, 6 Mar 2009 22:14:11 EST
...amongst the fuel vent lines, a single > brown wire covered with crusty undercoating will be found..... felt! > Don't recall actually being able to...
Re: Winterizing Newbie Question
Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:12:40 -0700
...Are you dry docking the van or will it still be > used occasionally? If being stored outside you need to think of > undercoating, rust...