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• Re: plastic blower assembly fix
  Historical mailing list - Greg S
  Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:55:14 -0500
  Oh my goodness. Yeah. The van is actually an '87 Vanagon Wolfsburg edition. I don't know where I got 76 from. I will...
• Re: US Westfalia version gallery flash guard / drainboard trip tray wanted...
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 3 Sep 2009 23:48:38 -0700
  ...I would buy the whole > lid and stainless assembly if someone has one (in grey) or just the > stainless steel assembly bit with the...
• Re: Van idle over winter/Dirt Trap
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 21 May 2011 10:47:32 -0700
  re Intake assembly before the air filter canister that traps dust/firt. Clear plastic, that is slanted so the dirt tends to settle in...
• Re: Heater Fan Quit 83.5 westy
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 20 Nov 2004 06:34:11 EST
  ...Test all the heater cable controls before reinstalling to make sure they open and close the flaps in the heater assembly properly. The cable...
• Re: Tail lamp assembly mounting screw
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sat, 26 Jun 2010 11:23:54 -0700
  ...Tail lamp assembly mounting screw > I'm missing one of the tail light assembly mounting screws so I paid a > visit to my friendly...
• Re: Front heater never shuts off
  Historical mailing list - ron johnson
  Mon, 27 May 2024 16:26:27 -0700
  ...Pinch off >>> the hoses with harbor freight hose clamps so you don’t lose coolant. >>> Lower the whole valve assembly to the driveway and...
• Re: Engine Assembly Wizzdom
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 28 Aug 2010 16:09:06 -0500
  ---- Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM> wrote: > AND ! ...............watch out for cheap modern silk thread - they don't > make it as good as they...
• WTB: Sway bar links "84
  Historical mailing list - No Name Available
  Sat, 29 May 2004 09:31:09 EDT
  I am in need of either complete sway bar assembly or links for an "84. both are broken on a friends '84. thanks for...
• parts 4 sale
  Historical mailing list - Shaggy
  Tue, 13 Jan 2004 20:05:24 -0800
  complete left and right headlight assemblys from an 86' Vanagon with the grill. how does $100 sound? Shaggy will not ship __________________________________ Do you Yahoo...
• Re: Last A/C VW Van Rolled off of Brazilian Assembly Line Yesterday
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Thu, 22 Dec 2005 11:10:22 -0500
  This is in fact quite something.... i don't know if other modern air-cool vehicle still produce in the world? Cheers, Ben http...
• Stuck odometer
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Tue, 16 Sep 1997 22:48:31 -0400
  ...So, before I take the guage housing assembly appart, has anyone encountered this before & if so, is there an easy fix? Do I need...
• Aircooled Rear Heater Hose Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Phil Marston
  Mon, 10 Jan 2000 08:36:30 -0000
  ...I have no hose assembly between the fan on the back of the alternator (1600 aircooled) and the two heater exchangers. Must have been...
• Re: Westy fridge fan on, but fridge is off (I think)
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 15 Sep 2004 16:36:00 -0700
  I use the plastic assembly after cutting out the middle part where the water hose would go. That way the door still covers the...
• Re: How to tighten up the cig lighter socket?
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 13:49:53 -0500
  ...get the lamp assembly off that the thing may slide out >forward, but how do you get the lamp assembly off. And, other than...
• Re: Eurovan seat transplant pix
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:41:10 -0800
  ...sloppy manufacturing assembly. More likely that they were left that way from a previous repair of some sort. BenT
• Who did I talk to re: 82 sliding door parts?
  Historical mailing list - Timmy Evens
  Wed, 26 Jun 2013 10:07:36 -0700
  I was emailing someone on the list about the lower sliding door assembly and I lost the email thread. Who was I talking to...
• Re: constant lack of power
  Historical mailing list - joe brown
  Sat, 14 Dec 2002 07:24:25 -0800
  ...air system would collapse and restrict flow, something about the air filter assembly....??? --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now
• stress bar part needed
  Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
  Sat, 16 Aug 2003 17:28:26 -0400
  ...I lost the upper compression disk for the rubber bushing that connects to the wheel assembly. Can anyone help me out with this part...
• Sluggish slider fix on '84 GL
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Wed, 10 Nov 1999 23:30:11 EST
  ...I bought a used rear hinge/roller assembly from a local U-do-it bone yard suspecting the spring in this part was shot...
• stuck acc cable
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Mon, 4 Dec 2006 16:15:15 -0500
  ...I took apart the assembly under the pedal cluster and cleaned up that linkage. I disconnected the cable in the engine case and under...
• Re: No Headlights or Turnsignals but Markers OK Update 3
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 26 Oct 2016 21:27:02 +0000
  ...No Headlights or Turnsignals but Markers OK Update 3 The culprit appears to be the headlight hi-lo switch in the turnsignal stalk assembly...
• Re: Engine Conversion Transmissions
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 15 Jan 2003 10:20:38 -0800
  ...the gear assembly in the transmission had been replaced with a Hewland gear assembly. Hewland is well known for their strength and reliability. >> Having...
• Seat belt needed
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Bryson
  Sun, 20 Apr 2003 10:28:20 -0700
  Hi all, I need a seat belt assembly for a passenger side rear facing jump seat. If you have this stuff and would part...
• Inner sliding door assembly.
  Historical mailing list - Cullen Stewart
  Thu, 31 Jul 2008 05:50:30 -0400
  I need to obtain a sliding door mechanism for my '85. It is the part with the bearings that rides on the track below...
• Re: Floor Duct
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:10:53 -0800
  Each heater cable and it's sheath is an assembly. New cables come with the sheath and finned cover in my experience. Typically, when...
• Carat/Multivan Rear Seat Compatibility?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 30 May 1996 11:21:04 -0700
  Hi all - A couple of months ago I bought a folding table assembly from a wrecked Carat/Multivan with the idea of installing it...
• Installing Ignition Switch - HELP!!!
  Historical mailing list - Germain
  Sat, 5 Jun 2004 21:32:53 -0400
  ...three screws in top of column that hold down and align turn indicator switch assembly/high-low beam assembly and the windshield wiper switch...
• Re: Need help adjusting gear shift linkage
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 6 Jun 2018 02:14:09 +0000
  My plastic assembly at bottom of gear shifter snapped off recently; was able to get into gears by lifting shifter and massaging and accurately...
• Re: How to remove clutch pedal ???
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:20:03 -0800
  ...The pedal assembly, in one big piece, comes out with the dash in place even. It's tight, but I never remove the dash...
• Re: replacement cv/axle assembly
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 11 Feb 2008 18:54:57 -0600
  ...replacement cv/axle assembly > >hey list >need to replace cv in rear of 84 MT 1.9 and i just plan on pulling the...
• Re: Subaru EJ engine - wonderful white paper
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Sun, 17 Dec 2006 16:04:26 -0800
  ...Fewer assembly joints >> means >> fewer leaks. Lower parts count and ease of assembly means lower sale >> price.
• Front and Rear blower 85 GL
  Historical mailing list - randy velasco
  Wed, 4 Jan 2012 09:52:42 -0800
  ...I would like to find the complete assembly for these if possible. Please let me know if you have something available. Thanks, R-
• Re: 1983 Westy Propane Tank Question
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 19 Mar 2011 17:47:45 -0700
  ...It took a replacement valve assembly to fix. What's the cause? Never figured that out.
• Re: what's sliding door handle worth
  Historical mailing list - RTF_SSS
  Mon, 18 Dec 2000 11:12:36 -0600
  I generally get $50-$60 (depending on condition) for them, with the lock assembly rebuilt and keyed to match customer's key. Steve Sandlin...
• Re: Gas Tank Hoses
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 14:45:15 -0600
  ...an infinite service life." and after driving several Chevrolet state-owned vehicles at work, i think the GM assembly crew felt the same way!! :)
• Re: broken mirror
  Historical mailing list - Wes V
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 10:26:20 -0500
  ...Is it possible to get a mirror replacement or will I have to change the whole assembly?
• WTB Left headlight assembly 86
  Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
  Fri, 9 Aug 2002 06:30:19 EDT
  Just got an 86 Syncro with a smashed headlight(and a few other creaks and groans). Let me know if you have a spare...
• Removing ignition/starter switch
  Historical mailing list - Martine Boudreault
  Thu, 1 Sep 2005 21:34:17 -0400
  ...a feeling that I have to remove the steering wheel and the complete aluminum casting assembly that hold the switch. Any tips? Thanks. Joel
• Re: ISO : rocker arm shaft carrier
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Sun, 8 Sep 2013 20:00:08 -0700
  ...Never heard that assembly called anything but a Rocker Arm Assembly. I'll dig one out, send you a picture and a quote. you...
• WTB: oil-filler tube for Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Wolfgang Carolsfeld
  Fri, 7 Jan 2000 03:00:36 -0800
  ...Does anybody that's parted out or swapped out a 2.1 waterboxer from a Syncro have a good oilfiller tube assembly they are...
• Re: busdepot
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:26:49 -0600
  ...and lube everything really nicely, then put it all back together ? I don't think a pedal assembly is a 'service part' .. that would...
• Re: Dash blower install...
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Apr 1997 14:28:00 +0300
  Chris, I don't know the arrangement of the aircooled blower assembly. But I changed mine from air-cooled without blower to water-cooled...
• Re: Headlight Unit Replacement (headlight adjusters 86-91)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Mar 2002 13:10:30 EST
  ...reflector/lens assembly is a mere > $57. > >Plus tax and other corruption. > > > >Note that this does not include the lens assembly just the tiddly...
• Replacing 88 headlights
  Historical mailing list - Randy Newell
  Fri, 25 Apr 2003 17:10:24 -0700
  ...I got the headlight assembly at Bus Depot and tryed to replace it. My question is,... What is the trick to getting the old...
• Analog clock experts?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Fri, 14 Sep 2007 11:20:25 -0700
  ...But it's from a later model and there are various bits on the molded rear of the clock assembly which are sufficiently different...
• Re: Waterboxer assembly detail sought
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 25 Jul 2008 22:24:11 -0700
  ...Waterboxer assembly detail sought > Question: on the waterboxer block case there are 10mm studs external to > and > internal to the water jacket casting. These...
• Re: Fuel Tank Crossover Vapor Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Thu, 8 May 2008 08:57:31 -0400
  ...Fuel Tank Crossover Vapor Assembly > Just make sure your hose goes OVER the coolant pipes. This normally means > you put the tank where it...
• wheel bearings
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn Ratjen
  Mon, 3 May 1999 08:25:25 -0700
  ...I took the rear wheel assembly apart and found the inner wheel bearing to be loose. Questions: 1. Should I replace both bearings ("while...
• Re: Seeking Rear Side Marker Light
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 5 Oct 2001 16:07:12 -0500
  ...Does anybody have a rear side marker light assembly > for sale? I need the complete assembly including the > rubber boot. Quantity required: 1. Used...
• Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Wed, 3 Jun 2015 09:55:16 -0700
  ...The mental image of looking at the assembly as a large bolt with nut holding the various inner-races/sleeves firmly together . Pz
• projektzwo body kit?
  Historical mailing list - John Langowski
  Sun, 14 Jan 2001 09:07:49 -0600
  Does anyone know if the Projektzwo body kits, which include front spoiler, side skirts, and rear assembly are being sold in the U.S...
• Tiico help
  Historical mailing list - marty guinn
  Wed, 26 Sep 2001 01:04:54 -0400
  Hi everyone, still lookin for some pics of the coolant hose assembly around the tranny area. Any help is greatly appreciated. The directions suck...
• tach wanted
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Mon, 3 Jun 2002 12:01:11 -0700
  Hi All, I am on the hunt for a factory tach assembly for my 85' Westy. Any leads on such a thing would be...
• Re: Headlight relays and wire routing
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 12:25:58 -0800
  ...Thanks Ben! >Remove your front grille, and left headlight assembly. There are lots of >grommets there, my favorite being the speedo cable grommet--lots...
• Wanted: Diesel air intake snorkel
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sat, 29 Mar 2003 15:57:05 -0500
  ...I'm missing the whole assembly. Anyone have one from a parts van they'd be willing to sell?
• Re: Changing auto Trans. to Manual ??
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Fri, 20 Feb 2004 06:27:05 -0800
  I have the pedal assembly if you want it just pay the postage on it to get it to you. Phil __________________________________ Do you Yahoo...
• Re: Backup lights out
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 25 May 2005 15:59:47 -0700
  It's inside the shift lever assembly up front between the seats. > Does anybody know where the backup light switch is located on a...
• Re: Time to replace headlight
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 2 Dec 2012 10:47:20 -0700
  Patti, Do NOT buy the entire outer headlight assembly. It is not necessary, and also is not a sealed beam headlight. As an example...
• Re: replacing ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Tyrone Greene
  Mon, 31 Aug 1998 20:11:28 -0400
  ...three screws in top of collum that hold down and align turn indicator switch assembly/high-low beam assembly and the windshield wiper switch...
• Re: flue vent assembly
  Historical mailing list - Pat Spragge
  Sat, 14 Apr 2018 17:08:13 -0700
  ...not remember exactly how all the parts of the flue vent assembly go back together and have not found a good diagram > > Have checked...