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• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:46:57 -0700
  ...I am going to try to sew up some leather (or even waterproof >> nylon) >> boots to replace the rubber. >> >> >> >> Jim >> >> On Tue, Aug 30...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 14:52:32 -0700
  ...Duct tape 1/8" multistranded wire. (For temporary lacing things together) Vulcanizing rubber tape. (Makes waterproof seal around electric splices etc) Good quality epoxy...
• Re: Hitch step new van improvement
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 17 Apr 2021 00:42:59 -0400
  ...It looks waterproof to me and items could be placed in ziplocks and stored there. I know it is crazy but what fun it...
• Re: Thermostat Replacement (1.9 L)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 14 May 2001 09:55:53 -0700
  ...I steel wooled them up real good and then liberally coated the entire length of each bolt with waterproof grease. Next time it was...
• Re: fiberglass repair
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:56:30 -0400
  ...So pop top is no longer waterproof. >>> >>> Here's a link to a photo of the damage. >>> >>> https://share.icloud.com/photos/046b7gg9l85saFtGiSNYxP_Uw...
• Re: Dash Power outlet..?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:00:23 -0700
  ...I would bet the Marinco socket with the 'waterproof' cover is not really totally water proof...nothing is really...but it's probably worth...
• Re: Cool table idea (bad link)
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Tue, 20 Apr 1999 06:59:38 -0700
  ...Cool table idea (bad link) > This link take me to a boot waterproof treatment, a search of their site for > a roll up table...
• Re: Removing the Westy Top and Installing a Temporary Top
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 9 Nov 2005 18:38:19 -0800
  ...It does not have to look good or be 100% draft / waterproof but it does need to be able to make the journey in...
• Re: which poptop canvas to purchase?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 27 Nov 2006 06:18:54 EST
  ...What have folks used? We want durability, waterproof'ness and three windows for sure. Plus, a non-Gray or Beige color would be nice...
• two questions
  Historical mailing list - Araujo, Alex
  Thu, 19 Jun 1997 08:20:27 -0400
  ...They made it out of >the same heavy-duty canvas that they make boat covers out of, and not >only is it waterproof, but...
• Re: Amphibious vehicle
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Fri, 3 Dec 1999 13:09:08 -0800
  ...Dry means to build a waterproof enclosure around the engine. It says that if it is run wet that all of the sheet metal...
• Re: [NVC] ABC News: Embalmed in Your Own RV
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Thu, 21 Jun 2007 16:17:54 -0700
  ...apawood.org/level_b.cfm?content=srv_help_prd_marine > > Hmmm, waterproof glue like exterior ply, but not treated to resist > water/decay-Fooled...
• Re: Sway bar link breakage - are you at risk?
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 13:43:13 -0700
  ...semi-annual lubage of the links, sleeves and bushings with some waterproof grease would help to reduce the likelyhood of this type of failure...
• Luggage rack restoration tips requested
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 1 Jan 2022 19:51:50 -0500
  ...I plan to cover the hidden roof tightly and also use the material to waterproof the brackets. All hardware and connections seem clean and...
• Which Type of Grease Lasts 20 Years?
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:42:55 -0500
  ...think. -- I don't need non-wash-off aluminum bel ray waterproof grease there. -- As far as I can tell, Bentley changed its recommendation...
• Re: Inexpensive alternative bag...RE: Bag for Westy Roof Rack
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Tue, 13 Oct 1998 13:50:36 -0500
  You might also check out Voyaguer Canoe products as they sell waterproof HD bags in a myriad of sizes. 1-800-942-2663 for...
• Re: Hot A/C Wire
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:26:12 -0400
  ...a burnt toe... ;-))) For the A/C I will put a waterproof inline 60A fuse in the wire from the alternator. Regards Raimund Am...
• Re: Lockable Cover for the Westy Luggage Rack
  Historical mailing list - Jason M. Yasment
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 19:10:54 -0400
  ...urban areas. > > I would question how easily it could be made waterproof, or at least > resistant. > > Perhaps it would be good to hinge it...
• Re: engine cleaning do's and don'ts?
  Historical mailing list - Shiva Polefka
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 11:21:24 -0700
  ...I would hesitate using high pressure spray in there since the electrical connectors have minimal waterproofing (even when new) and it'll splash all...
• Questions about (making) 3 window Westy Canvas
  Historical mailing list - Paul Mayfield
  Thu, 6 Dec 2001 15:41:28 +0000
  ...The fabric that I selected was heavy duty waterproof (like vinyl on a cloth backing) and the screens and zippers were much stronger than...
• Re: Syncro Gas/FuelTank material
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 20 Dec 2013 12:31:49 -0600
  ...DM&FS *West Systems # 655k - G/Flex Epoxy Repair Kit - SKU= WSY-655K * a Toughened, Versatile, Liquid Epoxy For Permanent Waterproof Bonding of Fiberglass...
• Re: undercoating body work
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Mon, 1 Oct 2007 15:02:20 -0700
  ...It sounded like a good > idea - deadens sound, waterproofs, prevents rust... > > But after applying, I noticed the fine print: AVOID > APPLICATION...CLOSER THAN 12...
• Re: Luggage Rack Cargo Net?
  Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
  Wed, 15 Jun 2005 16:13:57 +0000
  ...We > often carry a big waterproof duffel bag up there with > camp chairs, photo tripod, and hiking boots, along > with a screen tent and...
• Re: Sway bar link breakage - are you at risk?
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Tue, 22 Jun 2004 02:08:21 -0400
  I used waterproof marine grease on mine and they still rusted over about six months. The grease is the won't-wash-off type...
• What Type of Grease Lasts 20 Years?
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:41:08 -0500
  ...think. -- I don't need non-wash-off aluminum bel ray waterproof grease there. -- As far as I can tell, Bentley changed its recommendation...
• Re: Front seat covers
  Historical mailing list - Adam Grove
  Thu, 4 May 2023 13:52:34 -0800
  ...seats. > > Eric Caron > Enjoy a 15% discount on Wet Okole Neoprene Waterproof Car Seat Covers with > this promotion celebrating our 35 year Anniversary! > > Wet...
• Re: Adding a westy interior to a passanger van
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 3 Aug 2008 00:49:05 EDT
  ...flaps always break off and theyre expensive get a marine grade waterproof electrical outlet and mount it UNDER THE SIDE OF YOUR VAN..to...
• Re: Collapsing Desks (too much photocopied paper)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 24 Jan 1995 10:41:17 -0500
  ...Thompson's makes a sealant I've used to waterproof >old VW canvas with no ill effects, too. Whatever doesn't float yer air...
• Re: Glued Pop Top Seals
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 09:23:37 -0100
  ...a "quick solution." ... > I found an adhesive that bonds, seals, is waterproof and > suitable for rubber (the one I used is called SEAL-ALL...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 22 Nov 1999 18:54:51 -0800
  ...All of this fits in a waterproof NATO 5.56x45mm ammo box with a few silicone bean bags to make sure it is dry...
• Re: Cascade audio double check
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:09:18 -0400
  ...or maybe Amazon > > https://www.lowes.com/pd/Peel-Seal-Instant-Waterproof-Repairs-6-in-x-25-ft-Aluminum-Roll-Flashing/1018733 > > & then if...
• Re: Poptop rainfly
  Historical mailing list - Dave Creasy
  Mon, 4 Feb 2008 14:40:56 -0500
  ...It is very waterproof and user friendly. I always let it dry out after a wet camp not only for cleanliness purposed but for...
• Re: shower for a Westy
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 4 Sep 2002 12:53:16 -0400
  ...Includes 2.5 >>> gal collapsible water container, submersible pump, waterproof battery >>> box (4-D cells), 7' hose and shower head. Water can be turned...
• H4 Lights, light harness and bumpers are now in stock!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 21 Aug 2000 13:09:46 -0700
  ...They feature an 8ga wire from the battery to a waterproof fuse / relay holder that mounts on the passenger side frame rail. Exiting the...
• Door Insulation Proceedure
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Thu, 16 Mar 2006 09:37:42 -0800
  ...2 rolls waterproof foil tape (I found this at Home Depot in the duct tape isle) $7 per roll 1 roll of bubble insulation...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:57:06 -0700
  ...I am going to try to sew up some leather (or even waterproof >>> nylon) >>> boots to replace the rubber. >>> >>> >>> >>> Jim >>> >>> On Tue, Aug 30...
• Re: Need A Checklist...
  Historical mailing list - Dave T. Richards
  Sun, 09 Mar 1997 16:25:53 -0500
  ...Flip flops (for dirty Bathrooms),Warm waterproof coat Ponchocoat haNgers (On floor) Bench seat: Colman solar shower rolled up,colapsable waste container(attached to...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:41:37 -0700
  ...I am going to try to sew up some leather (or even waterproof nylon) boots to replace the rubber. Jim On Tue, Aug 30...
• Re: undercoating body work (MSDS)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Mon, 1 Oct 2007 17:39:17 -0700
  ...It sounded like a good > idea - deadens sound, waterproofs, prevents rust... > > But after applying, I noticed the fine print: AVOID > APPLICATION...CLOSER THAN 12...
• Re: NVC - Camping Tent Problem
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Sun, 5 Jun 2005 13:02:32 -0700
  ...After all this, waterproof coatings may be compromised, so you might have to reseal some areas (and retest). Good luck, Jack On 5 Jun...
• Re: GPS Recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Wed, 17 Nov 2004 20:14:09 +0100
  ...Very user friendly, robust, waterproof, shockproof, versatile, good resale value, good customer support, regular free software updates that improve functionality of existing units. They...
• Re: LED electrical questions (Building a Sylvania "Dot-Its" unit)
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:53:37 -0700
  ...The others I've seen swivel, one version is waterproof, and there is a rectangular one which pivots as well. >> >> Here's a link...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:42:36 -0700
  ...I am going to try to sew up some leather (or even waterproof >>> nylon) >>> boots to replace the rubber. >>> >>> >>> >>> Jim >>> >>> On Tue, Aug 30...
• Re: Amphibious vehicle
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Fri, 3 Dec 1999 15:02:52 -0800
  ...the magazine said that the engine can be run wet or dry. >Dry means to build a waterproof enclosure around the engine. It says...
• Re: Which Type of Grease Lasts 20 Years?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:01:59 -0500
  ...think. > > -- I don't need non-wash-off aluminum bel ray waterproof grease there. > > -- As far as I can tell, Bentley changed its recommendation...
• Re: Isolating an idle problem?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 12:46:29 -0800
  ...Not a very good location for a computer that is not waterproofed. Stuart -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: Retracted endorsement: HF mending tape is now junk
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 17 May 2012 08:42:41 -0700
  ...Nice and warm when putting snow chains on with some waterproofing provided by the rubberized surface. Perfect for changing tires too. I keep a...
• Re: LED electrical questions (Building a Sylvania "Dot-Its" unit)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 23 Aug 2008 15:41:08 -0700
  ...The others I've seen swivel, one version is >>> waterproof, and there is a rectangular one which pivots as well. >>> >>> Here's a link...
• Re: Heatshrink wire connectors
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 7 Oct 2013 18:05:02 -0400
  ...When you heat them, the liquid melts, > completely makes the connection waterproof, and you see some of it on each > end oozing out and...
• Re: 7 " Eurospec lamp and H4 bulb sources
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 26 Apr 2011 08:40:55 -0500
  ...http://www.cheaphidconversionkits.com&nm=37>www.cheaphidconversionkits.com Free Shipping Waterproof/Shockproof Factory Direct , True plug and play John John Rodgers Clayartist and...
• Re: pop top
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Wed, 3 Mar 1999 20:25:43 -0500
  ...Color for 1999 is tannish khaki, now the material is 100% waterproof. >We've used ours to camp four days straight in bad weather...
• Front Heater Flap Foam
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 6 Aug 2004 09:30:41 -0700
  ...This tape is sticky on one side and the packages states: "Stays flexible in low temperatures, strongly adhesive and waterproof" Sounded like the "right...
• Re: Building a shower stall
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Tue, 25 Mar 2008 15:41:26 -0400
  ...After looking for fabrics on the web I discovered that waterproof fabrics can be pretty expensive. Perhaps this is why the German pre-made...
• Re: Not all USB are created equal.
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Mon, 3 May 2021 09:20:45 -0400
  ...Clean! https://www.amazon.com/Charger-BAODANTECH-Aluminum-Waterproof-Motorcycle/dp/B07YX3Y7CM/ref=sr_1_28?dchild=1&keywords=usb+dash+boat&qid=1620046317...
• Re: Solar Power Parts papsolar.ca (MCA Batteries, etc.)
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 6 Oct 2012 22:49:47 -0700
  ...Try allelectronics.com for connectors < http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/item/CON-321/2-CONDUCTOR-WATERPROOF-CONNECTOR-AWG-10/1.html> (I...
• Re: Front seat covers
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 4 May 2023 15:12:34 -0700
  ...seats. > > > > Eric Caron > > Enjoy a 15% discount on Wet Okole Neoprene Waterproof Car Seat Covers > with > > this promotion celebrating our 35 year Anniversary! > > > > Wet...
• Re: Shower stall
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 25 Mar 2008 15:59:18 -0700
  ...After looking for fabrics > on the > web I discovered that waterproof fabrics can be pretty expensive. > Perhaps > this is why the German pre-made...
• Re: Sources needed - Vanagon Cover
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Wed, 15 Mar 2006 13:15:24 +1100
  ...The door is long gone but now the thing actually works, is waterproof and stays in place...but that's mainly cos I still...
• Re: ECU relocation / new 1.9 harnesses
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:30:29 -0800
  ...But it costs basically nothing to relocate the ecu to under the rear seat, and as you say, no special waterproof box needed, etc...
• Re: Engine Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 21:37:39 -0500
  ...the Passive Anti-Theft system is totally functional (housed in the waterproof ECU box) as is the Fail-Safe Cooling feature and the Hardware...