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• Re: Removing wiper blade arm
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Wed, 28 Nov 2001 10:07:50 -0500
  ...Not even a good > index. > > I bought another aerodynamic wiper arm at my VW recycling source to put on > my passenger side front window...
• Re: Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Sat, 26 Sep 2009 11:06:50 -0700
  ...Thinner air means less aerodynamic drag for any given speed, thus less power/fuel required. Angus Angus Gordon Bainbridge Island WA birdworks@gmail.com...
• Re: Vangaon Drag Coefficient?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 22 Mar 2004 15:26:44 -0600
  ...Starting at the front, the shape is more aerodynamically efficient despite its angular appearance, and VW claims a drag coefficient of 0.44 (Remember...
• Re: Wind noise?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Foss - Shazam
  Mon, 26 May 2008 23:27:38 -0700
  ...one thing you will never get in a vanagon is flush side windows and aerodynamics. They have flush enough windshields, but............ i finally figured...
• Re: Check out this Audi Powered Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - levi hawkins
  Sun, 3 May 2009 16:52:12 -0700
  ...Powered Vanagon, if you look closely you can see > some interesting aerodynamic body work around the front doors. > > > http://s257.photobucket.com/albums/hh227...
• Aerodynamics
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Apr 1996 08:23:22 +1000
  I attended a lecture by Jay Baldwin last night. He discussed the Dymaxion car designed and built by Buckminster Fuller in the twenties and...
• Re: Pair of dead mirrors wanted
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 4 Jan 2012 17:46:19 -0800
  ...I'm going to use the "stalks" to try and mount a smaller and more aerodynamic mirror on to try and cut down on...
• Re: nvc: anyone had/have a Porsche 944?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 21 Aug 2002 17:17:58 EDT
  ...924S turened out to be mraginally faster on the straighwawy than the 944 dues primarily to better aerodynamics. so i heard... BenT <A HREF...
• Re: Belly Pans for speed or MPG
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 16 May 2008 09:24:06 -0400
  ...Belly Pans for speed or MPG > Has anyone ever fitted full belly pans under their Vanagon for increased > aerodynamic efficiency? There's a lot...
• Re: Longevity of Conversion Engines
  Historical mailing list - Pat
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 22:08:07 -0500
  ...Beetle (or less), and they were pushing around a > light weight, aerodynamic body. This causes me to wonder what the life > expectancy is for...
• Re: Best cars: was Re: worst cars
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Fri, 31 Dec 1999 14:16:42 -0800
  ...mass production car >>Beetle--first car for the masses >>Citroen--first aerodynamic car, and a bunch of other innovations >>Porsche 911--prototype sports car...
• Re: Removing wiper blade aarm
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 28 Nov 2001 07:07:46 -0800
  ...Not even a good > > index. > > > > I bought another aerodynamic wiper arm at my VW recycling source to put on > > my passenger side front window...
• Re: California Camper Tops Vs. VW Camper tops
  Historical mailing list - Randal Jett
  Wed, 16 Jul 2008 21:50:21 -0700
  ...the VW Pop top will there be a weight difference and aerodynamic effect on the van's performance other than the weight? Thanks for...
• Re: window seals
  Historical mailing list - Jeff K
  Fri, 14 Mar 2003 07:42:38 -0700
  ...Is this true or is it basically the same as > everyone else's trim? Thanks for any help. > Jason > '86 Syncro Vanagon (aerodynamics courtesy...
• Re: Some aerodynamic ideas..
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:20:56 +0000
  ...It is > > definitely getting somewhere between 5-10% better > > mpg. > > The Porsche 928 is a horrible example of > > aerodynamics, despite its sleek > > look. Its...
• Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Wed, 26 Oct 2011 09:52:47 -0700
  "I got better gas milage, even loaded down for 3 week trip, when I have the 18 ft canoe on top." � I can certainly...
• Re: Some aerodynamic ideas..
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:48:17 -0400
  ...also. > But, given the shape of a van, the job of significantly improving it's > aerodynamic coefficient of drag would be....daunting.. > Don Hanson > >
• Re: Custom Aerodynamic Fiberglass Box for Front Westfalia Luggage
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 22 Mar 2002 05:57:38 EST
  Chris, thanks for posting and hosting this. I have seen these and met the gentleman who makes them. A large number of them are...
• Re: window seals
  Historical mailing list - SyncroWesty
  Fri, 14 Mar 2003 06:39:34 -0700
  ...Is this true or is it basically the same as > everyone else's trim? Thanks for any help. > Jason > '86 Syncro Vanagon (aerodynamics courtesy...
• Re: Aerodynamics for MPG
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 08:26:45 -0600
  On Fri, Jun 13, 2008 at 5:50 AM, J Stewart <fonman4277@comcast.net> wrote: > . My fuel mileage was shocking-around 10mpg. My mileage...
• Re: Longevity of Conversion Engines
  Historical mailing list - Edward Nutter
  Tue, 26 Mar 2002 11:07:40 -0800
  ...Beetle (or less), and they were pushing around a > light weight, aerodynamic body. This causes me to wonder what the life > expectancy is for...
• Re: Aerodynamics?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 3 Nov 2018 08:21:36 -0700
  ...2018 8:16 PM > > >> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > >> Subject: Re: Aerodynamics? > > >> > > >> I’ve read a lot of threads but not this idea of...
• Re: [NVC] Vacuum Forming
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 3 Jan 2005 17:03:04 -0600
  ...Jim On Jan 3, 2005, at 4:48 PM, Markus Mumper wrote: > How about some kind of aerodynamic insert for the Westy's exterior...
• Re: Welded a receiver hitch to my drawbar
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sat, 19 May 2007 00:33:46 -0400
  ...I > > debated whether to get a front mount hitch or have more efficient > > aerodynamics of the rear rack. >
• Replace WBX with more efficient engine? Well....
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 5 Jun 2008 12:01:02 -0700
  ...It takes the same amount of power to move the heavy, un-aerodynamic Vanagon Regardless of what engine is in it, so a slightly...
• Re: Lockable Cover for the Westy Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - Stuart
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 20:17:06 -0700
  ...This replacement closed luggage box would be simpler, stronger (one piece), more aerodynamic (with no joints), less susceptible to wind driven leaks since there...
• Re: Why are campers higher at the rear?
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Thu, 10 Jun 2004 13:46:27 -0700
  ...the wheels. >> Does it have something to do with improving the aerodynamics of the >> top? Then why is there no different part #? >> Besides curiosity...
• Re: Why don't we have these kinds of Pop top here in the USA "Atlantic "
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:00:08 -0700
  ...26/2008, Michael Snow wrote... >>> > >>> >> I can't imagine that the aerodynamics are significantly different. >>> >> >>> > >>> > Ditto. The surface area is the same, and the...
• Re: aerodynamics (Seriously...)
  Historical mailing list - Mike White
  Thu, 2 May 1996 08:37:10 MST
  > to following motorcyclists and vanagonauts. I think there were safety > problems with their acceptance (not that I understand why anyone was > worried about the...
• wiper blades available
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 12 Dec 2001 22:00:16 -0800
  ...replaced my passenger side arm and wiper blade assembly with an aerodynamic arm from a recycling yard.) I assume they will fit any vanagon...
• Camping in the Poconos
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 1 May 2005 22:17:07 -0400
  ...that was the fact that I was hauling a very non-aerodynamic trailer (think air brake) at high speeds, over some very steep hills...
• Re: QT Video of New Microbus From Germany
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 2 Mar 2006 16:27:11 -0800
  ...ANY country; to a blunt front end that would likely be aerodynamically WORSE than the Vanagon. No VW engineer would ever approve such a...
• MPG and Decoupler (was Belly pans for speed /mpg)
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Sun, 18 May 2008 20:40:44 -0700
  ...Belly pans for speed /mpg > > > > While the vanagon might just be the worst-shape possible for efficient >> aerodynamics, small improvements add up. Maybe the...
• Re: New Adventurewagen tops soon available
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:16:47 -0800
  ...the aerodynamics are excellent. goes through the air more smoothly than a Westy, at say 60 + mpg. Does not feel top heavydriving it. Does...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 25 Aug 2009 to 26 Aug 2009 - Special issue (#2009-702)
  Historical mailing list - Henry Luhrs
  Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:09:32 -0400
  ...90 hp isn't enough to move a heavy, non-aerodynamic box up a hill at high speed. I have a 87 with a...
• Re: New Vanagon Body Effects
  Historical mailing list - Ron 'Coyote' Lussier
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 10:36:41 -0800
  ...suspended for exceeding > bandwidth!) > > or 1-800-289-5488. > > or > > Kaminari Aerodynamics > > 12842 Joy St. > > Garden Grove, CA 92640 > > (714) 741-9360 > > > > but i...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: Group discount - Vanagon high tops
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Wed, 16 Jul 2003 14:56:32 -0700
  ...I like the Westfalia over the Reimo as it is more aerodynamic - sort of speak! David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon...
• Re: aerodynamics, was: 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 23:54:53 +1300
  >One of my first impressions of the my 85 sunroof the day I bought it used in >97 and drove it home was how...
• Re: 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Antaki
  Sat, 16 Oct 2004 10:22:22 -0700
  ...Sorry to say, I haven't heard of any aerodynamic fixes for any model of Vanagaon, with the exception of the air dam such...
• Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:32:48 -0700
  ...YAHOO.COM> wrote: > > From: Danny C. <bruiserbabie@YAHOO.COM> > Subject: Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top) > To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Rear window washer sprung a leak!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 23 Jan 2001 17:32:16 +1200
  ...The Vanagon is aerodynamically designed to keep the back window cleaned. I never needed my back wiper except to clear rain when stopped. The...
• Recommended Luggage Rack Bin
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Salicos
  Sat, 2 Oct 2004 10:44:54 -0700
  ...to carry extra clothing while not disturbing the sleek, raindrop-like aerodynamics of the van. Storables has a web site: (www.Storables.com). Tom...
• Re: Van aerodynamics and high output alternators
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 14:20:32 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver mathew Bennett wrote: > I have been reading the info about van aerodynamics with great interest, as I have...
• Re: sunroof like in Jurassic Park
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 15 Dec 1995 15:11:46 -0500
  ...plexiglass >roof would be more wedge-shaped for better looks and aerodynamics. > >Now am I crrrazy, or what? :) nope i think it is a...
• Re: aerodynamics, was: 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 20:56:57 -0700
  One other thought... the pics do not show the airflow at the back of the van. I would guess that there is a bit...
• Re: Bay Window Shocks
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 May 1996 01:13:54 -0500
  ...Truly I figure it is more an aerodynamic issue at this point than handling but body roll is still fairly excessive in modern terms...
• Re: Van aerodynamics and high output alternators
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:22:51 -0400
  ...On 7/29/07, mathew Bennett <matsuwesty@earthlink.net> wrote: > I have been reading the info about van aerodynamics with great interest, as > I...
• Re: Aerodynamics?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 3 Nov 2018 12:51:17 -0400
  ...2018 8:16 PM >>>>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >>>>> Subject: Re: Aerodynamics? >>>>> >>>>> I’ve read a lot of threads but not this idea of...
• Re: Westy Wind Problems
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Mon, 30 Nov 1998 16:50:40 -0800
  ...The problem stems from the fact that the vanagon has its center of mass behind the aerodynamic center of pressure (like flying an arrow...
• Yakima cargo box on Westy (don't drink and drill)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
  Fri, 18 May 2001 17:53:24 -0500
  ...and drill." (Matt Groening, Life in Hell.) This box is pretty aerodynamic in all directions, and shouldn't cause too much of a crosswind...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 27 Jan 2003 22:31:09 -0800
  ...It could even degrade > the perfectly horrible aerodynamics a bit! > > It's easy to do this swap with a bit of care on removal...
• Re: Subaru question
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 1 Aug 2016 23:50:36 -0600
  ...keep the FuelMix' Stoichiometric ~ Additionally that Denser Air will cause More AeroDynamic Drag & so More Load on the Eng' which will require MoreFuel ~ Then...
• Re: don'know much about aerodynamics
  Historical mailing list - Dean Paul Karpowicz
  Sat, 6 Aug 1994 10:11:49 -0500 (CDT)
  I have done the rearward facing two person seat thing in my van. I got an old fold up table from a friend, and...
• Re: Subaru question
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 2 Aug 2016 08:40:56 -0600
  ...keep the FuelMix' Stoichiometric ~ Additionally that Denser Air will cause More AeroDynamic Drag & so More Load on the Eng' which will require MoreFuel ~ Then...
• Re: Speed Check
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Sep 1994 21:14:33 -0500 (EDT)
  ...She had what looked like mud-caked wooden patio furniture lashed to the roof in a most un-aerodynamic fashion. The bus was that...
• Re: Why are campers higher at the rear?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 10 Jun 2004 23:10:16 -0400
  ...the wheels. >Does it have something to do with improving the aerodynamics of the >top? Then why is there no different part #? >Besides curiosity...
• Poor Milage and Automatic Torque Converter
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sat, 15 Jan 2000 21:34:06 +0000
  ...Not by coincidence, the aerodynamic drag begins to take effect at this speed too. So if you've notice that your engine RPM tends...
• Re: Subiegon/Vanaru Gas Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 22 Feb 2011 11:03:36 -0500
  Most of the Vanagons inefficiencies come from the vehicle itself. Aerodynamics, frontal area, under chassis turbulence etc. The Subaru engines offer some efficiency improvements...
• Re: High Mileage - its all been done before
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 13 Jun 2008 19:15:04 -0700
  ...Notice that the largest gain in MPG was with the "aerodynamic aids". > Looks like approx. 2mpg. > Sooooooooooo, who's gonna break out the left...
• Re: van aerodynamics - Original Campmobil Spoiler
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:37:58 -0800
  dear spoiler our california model that got destroyed a month ago had that option it made it look very distinctive and cool sadley it...