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  • Re: FS: 1987 Syncro 'Adventurewagon' w/dead Subaru engine
    Historical mailing list - John Andrew
    Mon, 7 Oct 2002 23:33:02 -0600
    Hi all, I ended up buying the above said Adventurewagon last week. Called on a whim on my way out the door to work...
  • Re: VW Sighting, what was it?
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 05 May 95 12:14:36 CDT
    ...very likely it's an Adventurewagen, made up in Ft. Bragg, California. of course, it couldn have been an import from germany ... westfalia and...
  • Re: Vanagon on new Bacardi commercial
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Sat, 28 May 2011 11:54:26 -0600
    ...Drugs (Bacardi,) hot girls, cars, adventure. I like it all! Miguel
  • Re: Adventure at Bob's Tire Corral
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Sat, 26 Mar 2011 16:55:18 -0400
    Atlanta's got a boatload of tire and wheel shops in the 'hood, and I like to throw my business their way whenever possible...
  • Help on wheels/tires
    Historical mailing list - Bill Peer
    Wed, 22 May 1996 11:21:17 -0700
    Any thoughts on the best combination of wheels and tires for a 1970 VW adventure camper? I'm not into looks as much as...
  • Re: [Adventurewagen] RE: [VWVANFULLTIMERS] Re: name change of Volks Cafe
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Sun, 16 Oct 2005 19:48:47 -0700
    http://www.vw.com/contactus/contact_us.html Larry Chase wrote: > Karl, > > Do you have an email address for VWoA and VW Germany?
  • that other brand. .
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Sun, 28 Aug 2005 22:26:09 -0400
    ...Looks like a nice hightop even it's not an adventurewagen. <http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=213054> JFF
  • Re: Thermos windows, brbrbrbrbr!
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:35:09 -0500
    I have seen these on the high top adventurewagens. They are jaloused windows that crank outward. Like the bay window buses. Why not try...
  • Re: Water/waste tank
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 16 Mar 2011 22:06:15 -0700
    hi re I saw this water tank today on the samba, that was apparently made to fit > adventure wagons. > http://www.thesamba.com/vw...
  • Re: 1.9 to 2.1 conversion question
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Tue, 7 Apr 2009 13:21:26 -0700
    ...system with a 2.1L AFM David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Tue, April 7, 2009...
  • Re: Photo Thread
    Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
    Wed, 9 Jan 2008 17:11:01 -0500
    To answer your questions, Fritz is an Adventurewagen so if you are interested in this style, I can provide information or you can just...
  • Re: [Adventurewagen] Need to sell my van : ( Another victim of bad diagnostic skills! This really bothers me
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 1 Jun 2014 20:04:45 -0400
    ...May 31, 2014 at 10:23:29 AM PDT > > To: "adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com" > > <adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com> > > Reply-To: Adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com > > > > Hey everybody. Very...
  • Re: SA Vanagon in Adventure mag
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan
    Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:28:52 -0700
    ...SA Vanagon in Adventure mag Most of the "Microbus" models do not have aftermarket upgrades....except for the manifold....and in some instances the...
  • Re: Awning mounts or brackets
    Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
    Tue, 12 Feb 2013 16:36:24 -0800
    Hi John, Not in the Adventurewagen group, so I couldn't see your pictures, but Bus Depot has an awning that clips to the...
  • Vanagon Carma
    Historical mailing list - pensioner
    Sun, 29 Oct 2000 08:33:27 -0800
    ...Bessie-the-Charolais-camper carries on the tradition, sporting the well travelled "4WD BNB" plate from adventures memorable to adventures yet unknown. In her...
  • Re: [Re: Strange AC sighting in MD junkyard]
    Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
    Sun, 24 Oct 1999 11:30:08 -0700
    ...Garrett Adams - Stockton, CA 83.5 Adventurewagen GL -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf Of CARY CHIANG...
  • AdventurewagenValueSought!
    Historical mailing list - Deborah Chapin
    Wed, 9 Jan 2002 07:21:26 -0800
    ...it's what I still owe on her!) to equal the Adventurewagen, to give&nbsp;the adjuster a proper value; then I'll 'buy...
  • Re: Lot of Vanagon stuff on eBay!
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Tue, 30 Dec 2008 00:33:13 +0100
    ...no reserve. > > I will be adding more stuff > throughout the week. > > David Marshall > VW Adventure Driver > and BMW Adventure Rider > > http://www.hasenwerk.ca >
  • Re: OBD in a Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 29 Nov 2008 12:51:46 -0800
    ...David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Sat, November 29, 2008 11:53, Zoltan wrote: > > I was...
  • Our Vanagon makes a magazine!
    Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
    Tue, 7 Oct 2014 12:07:22 -0700
    ...And full of adventures and issues. Sent from my electronic leash! Geneva Saint-Amour
  • adventurewagen highroof window for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 5 Mar 2010 12:41:54 EST
    for all the AW folks out there.. not mine _http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=593982_ (http://www.thesamba.com/vw...
  • Re: Adventure Wagon Vs. Westy
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Tue, 23 Apr 2002 22:01:24 -0400
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  • Re: options for repairing poptop zipper
    Historical mailing list - Tracey
    Wed, 16 Oct 2002 00:35:59 -0400
    Nolan, This site has alot of info and pictures of the adventures of the Westy owner repairing his screen. http://homepage.mac.com/alistairbell...
  • Installing an Adeventurewagen roof on a Westfalia
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Wed, 23 Nov 2005 00:50:34 -0500
    Hello volks, I will be picking up my adventurewagen top shortly and I was wondering if anyone had any pointers for installing it on...
  • Re: STOLEN Bus Alert!!!-----SF area!
    Historical mailing list - chris jackson
    Wed, 29 Mar 2006 02:14:07 -0800
    Wish there was more info I just saw one in a deep red in Berkeley, great looking Adventurewagen. Chris ----- Original Message ----- From: "Doug" <vanagons...
  • Re: smoked tail lights
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 22 Aug 2009 16:51:04 -0700
    ...can do is two different things! David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Sat, August 22, 2009...
  • Re: Subject: 1990 Vanagon Syncro Westfalia Adventure Wagon
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Mon, 10 Feb 2014 16:19:01 -0600
    ...1990 Vanagon Syncro Westfalia Adventure Wagon > > the seller responded to me. apparently he is serious. the below is his > response > > > > ----------------------------------------snip-------------------------------- > ------------- > > No, it's...
  • Re: Adventurewagen top molds for free!?
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
    Fri, 4 Feb 2005 02:50:26 -0500
    i had a local fiberglass shop work me up a quote for what it would cost for them the lay up the adventurewagen tops...
  • Re: Ultra compact "modern" loaf???
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:59:29 -0800
    ...for sale if anyone is interested! David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Fri, February 27, 2009...
  • Adventurewagen highroof Solar shower setup FS
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 23 Mar 2010 22:54:18 EDT
    not mine...but cool _http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=886447_ (http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=886447...
  • wtb: 81 engine seal; sticker idea
    Historical mailing list - Matt Goike
    Thu, 11 Jul 1996 14:38:15 -0400
    ...for a good condition used engine compartment seal for an air-cooled vanagon. (thought i'd troll for it at least) matthew (81 adventurewagen)
  • Re: Need "Sequence" for putting in radio code
    Historical mailing list - drc11
    Fri, 4 Jun 1999 07:52:06 -0700
    ...would that be the same sequence?? Madeline 15 Years of Westie Adventures '90 Syncro Westie
  • Re: RE; under floor storage
    Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
    Fri, 26 May 2000 13:05:31 -0700
    ...Garrett Adams 83.5 Adventurewagen GL Stockton, California
  • Re: ADVENTUREWAGEN FOR SALE
    Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
    Thu, 27 Sep 2001 09:04:34 -0500
    Copy and paste the entire link (two lines) into your browser window http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/classifieds.mv?view+photo+20010926202 6150692...
  • Sold my 1984 Westy!
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Tue, 18 May 2004 13:27:46 -0700
    ...A young couple drove off heading for new adventures today. Perfect long time VW camper owners, there is no sadness now! Stuart MacMillan
  • SV: 4 night, 72 beers, new friends and a lots of pizza.....
    Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
    Sat, 19 Jun 2004 23:11:41 +0200
    Hi Ben I bow to thee with respect for this great adventure into true friendship. You truly got eyes. Happy driving Jens Jakob
  • Re: [Adventurewagen] Need to sell my van : ( Another victim of bad diagnostic skills! This really bothers me
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sun, 1 Jun 2014 20:28:36 -0500
    ...May 31, 2014 at 10:23:29 AM PDT > > > To: "adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com" > > > <adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com> > > > Reply-To: Adventurewagen@yahoogroups.com > > > > > > Hey everybody. Very...
  • Re: HID kit on eBay
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 4 Mar 2009 07:22:44 -0800
    ...David Marshall VW Adventure Driver and BMW Adventure Rider http://www.hasenwerk.ca On Wed, March 4, 2009 03:15, Hector Zapata wrote: > > I...
  • Re: Calling all Adventurewagens!!!
    Historical mailing list - Roger&Zoe Ann Banker
    Fri, 11 Dec 1998 02:38:27 EST
    Hi! We are owners of one of Ed Anderson's Adventurewagen's. We have owned five of these conversions over the years. Find them...
  • Behr or DPD glove box AC parts for sale- parts sold
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:53:43 -0400
    ...I was looking at putting a unit in my van at one point but decided to go a different way in my adventurewagen. I...
  • Re: Adventurewagen top molds for free!? IS ANYONE GETTING THEM?
    Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
    Fri, 4 Feb 2005 09:24:47 -0800
    ...is anyone picking these up? you will be forever hailed by > the Adventurewagen goupies as the "Keeper of the sacred highroof molds"... > you could...
  • Re: Gaser water cooled story (long)
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 11 May 1996 13:52:18 -0700
    ...2600 mile hot summer adventure." I again appologize for not having said "for a four day 2600 mile adventure." Sometimes it's not known...
  • Re: 5 cylinder Adventure Wagen
    Historical mailing list - Roger&Zoe Ann Banker
    Sun, 18 Jul 1999 12:15:18 EDT
    ...1987 (4xsoon to be 5 cylinder) Syncro Adventurewagen .
  • Re: 550 mile trip NIGHTMARE trip to Toronto (Long)
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 30 Oct 2000 18:24:04 EST
    ...Glad your back in TO safe and sound ready for more adventures Cheers ��� Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 Westy & Lionel Trains Member: <A...
  • Is the list down... my poor mail box is empty!!
    Historical mailing list - Zoe Banker
    Sun, 12 Jul 1998 16:41:20 EDT
    ...Any news? Thanks, Zoe Ann & Roger '87 Vanagon GL Syncro Adventurewagen
  • Fw: Rocks and bananas, my adventures with importing 'Leaky' (very long!)
    Historical mailing list - Roy Olynick
    Tue, 31 Oct 2000 21:32:24 -0600
    Someone should make this into a movie! Roy Olynick '87 Westfalia GL (till death do us part) '91 Honda Civic SE '01 Honda Civic...
  • wasn't someone looking for an adventurewagen?
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Wed, 6 Sep 2006 23:47:19 -0500
    there's an 87 for sale in california ... http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=357560 now you know as much as...
  • Michigan Waterfalls
    Historical mailing list - Jack R.
    Tue, 24 Apr 2007 20:23:29 -0400
    Michigan is a great Waterfall state! I've had many Vanagon 'Westy' adventures in Michigan. If you are planning your summer trips. think Northern...
  • '82 AdventureWagen Possibly For Sale
    Historical mailing list - David Hunt
    Tue, 20 Jul 1999 19:39:10 EDT
    Dear Volks, I wrote earlier that I had rescued an '82 AdventureWagen this weekend and wanted some advice. It is complete, straight body, essentially...
  • Re: travelling for parts
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Mon, 7 Nov 2005 10:43:45 -0500
    ...Bought the Adventurewagen Top in Oregon > > Hello Volks, > > I am SO excited! I just bought the Adventurewagen top that David Jaffe > told the group...
  • Re: Got it home, now the project begins
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 6 Apr 2013 14:02:01 -0700
    ...http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Adventurewagen/ I bet theres lots of info there on this process. I *think* the AW top is designed...
  • Re: 2500 mile Baja trip report, long
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Mon, 21 Jan 2002 10:03:06 -0800
    ...And Copper canyon would be a great adventure, Leon. Let me know when you plan the next one. Or perhaps a SyncroMexico Safari, I...
  • Re: [SPAM]Kickstarter: Pan American trip by two guys from Calfornia.
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 1 Oct 2015 16:01:40 -0500
    ...The big rub of it is, these folks expect others to fund their adventure, and then they plan to write a travelogue for profit...
  • Re: FS: 1987 Syncro 'Adventurewagon' w/dead Subaru engine
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Tue, 8 Oct 2002 09:41:06 -0400
    ...1987 Syncro 'Adventurewagon' w/dead Subaru engine >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >Hi all, >I ended up buying the above said Adventurewagon last week...
  • FS: Adventurewagen (ROOF ONLY) fiberglass hightop w/ solar panel for $1200 in San Francsico area
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Sun, 9 Apr 2006 19:55:36 -0700
    ...I am considering paring out another Adventurewagen. I need to get $1,200 for the top in order for this deal to work for...
  • Re: Kayaks
    Historical mailing list - Shawn MacDonald
    Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:59:29 -0400
    You could always go vertical! One of the local guys here has an adventurewagen and carries his out back http://farm4.static.flickr.com...
  • Road warriors: RVs and other adventure-mobiles
    Historical mailing list - Royston, Jerry
    Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:48:18 -0400
    There is one vehicle notably missing from this history of RV/campers. Can you guess which one? http://www.chicagotribune.com/travel/chi-090327...
  • Re: Inuvik expedition
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 16 Jul 1996 01:22:18 -0400
    hello all intrepid adventurers if you want to stop by for koffee und kuchen, and perhaps barndoors rides in scenic Olympia, Washington on your...
  • bentley manual sold
    Historical mailing list - matthew goike
    Fri, 26 Sep 1997 07:52:47 PDT
    ...matthew (former caretaker of 81 adventurewagen) ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com
  • Re: Top Bunk Safety
    Historical mailing list - drc11
    Fri, 28 May 1999 10:09:27 -0700
    ...we sit down sipping wine and playing cards!!! Madeline 15 Years of Westie Adventures '90 Syncro Westie