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• Mo Parts---
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sat, 2 Mar 2002 19:56:43 -0600
  ...H axle assembly (1) R/H axle assembly (1) R/H rear axle housing assembly (1) L/H rear axle housing assembly (1) R...
• How do we remove key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - Marion Lathem
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:43:15 -0500
  I have a new key assembly for our Vanagon, I have the old assembly about half way out... stuck solid... ? The new key, the...
• gear shift assembly maintainence
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 29 May 2011 13:21:45 -0700
  '86 syncro (but the assembly pretty well the same on all vans), took the front assembly apart, cleaned, lubed, and back together. http://shufti...
• My Ignition switch replacement experience
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 18:28:15 -0800
  ...1) Remove shaft "cowling" 2) Remove horn plastic assembly (just pulls off) 3) Remove 24mm bolt 4) Pull steering wheel off (no puller required...
• shift rod assembly changes
  Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
  Fri, 08 Sep 1995 23:27:30 -0600
  How much did the shifting assembly (primarily the rods going back to the transmission) change between, say, 1957 and 1960? My project microbus, the...
• clutch and brake assembly refurb
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 8 Nov 2010 21:03:43 -0800
  I did a bit of work on a spare pedal assembly I have. Made the worn hole in clutch pedal round, and replaced clevis...
• How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 05:36:50 -0800
  ...How do we remove key assembly..? > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > Basically you have to drill a release hole and poke the retaining spring...
• Re: How do we remove key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 Sep 2006 01:40:58 EDT
  In a message dated 9/12/06 10:52:01 PM Eastern Daylight Time, resiolute@COPPER.NET writes: > I have a new key assembly...
• Re: Need: Headlight Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 29 Jun 2003 23:23:28 -0400
  > ? I need the left outer lamp assembly for a 90 Someone posted about an entire grill and headlamp assembly for sale, the square kind...
• Need power window regulator assembly- driver's side.
  Historical mailing list - Michael Ramer
  Wed, 5 Jun 2002 08:48:02 -0700
  Help! I need fresh air! I need the driver's side regulator assembly for power windows. These are a complete assembly. My motor works...
• Self-tapping screw size for headlight assy?
  Historical mailing list - Sam Scholten
  Wed, 4 Sep 2002 06:36:14 -0700
  Some jackass stole my headlight and grille assembly while my van sat up after it died. I bought a new assembly, but I don...
• Re: How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:13:04 -0500
  ...How do we remove key assembly..? > > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > > > Basically you have to drill a release hole and > poke the retaining spring...
• AC
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Fri, 11 Mar 2005 15:09:47 -0800
  ...Have seen AC where whole assembly is in front only above seats. Anyone changed rear AC assembly to front one? How hard or easy...
• 87 "Drivetrain"/engine noise
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 09 Sep 1996 08:35:52 -0600
  ...After more troubleshooting I have isolated the problem to the AC compressor "clutch assembly". After removing the AC belt, I can feel the end...
• WTB: 2nd request -- oil filer assembly
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 07:14:07 -0400
  I have urgent need for a complete oil filler assembly for a 1.9L engine. Can anyone provide? Also I have the bottom (metal...
• Re: My Ignition switch replacement experience
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 20:49:01 -0800
  ...hex nut holding switch/lock assembly > 10) Remove switch/lock assembly (with key "on") > 11) Remove switch assembly (there is a screw inside holding...
• Shroud in headlight assembly
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Sat, 6 Jan 2001 22:34:45 -1000
  Has anyone removed the shroud in the headlight assembly to get more light on the road? Dan
• Re: Third Brake Light
  Historical mailing list - James Shinosky
  Sun, 29 Nov 1998 00:54:00 EST
  I observed and evaluated every third brake light assembly on minivans on the road today. I found that the external-mount/low-profile 8...
• Re: plastic blower assembly fix
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:10:29 -0500
  Greg wrote: > two of the plastic tabs that hold the > assembly to the van are broken off or cracked. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos...
• Last A/C VW Van Rolled off of Brazilian Assembly Line Yesterday
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Thu, 22 Dec 2005 08:36:10 -0500
  Hi, Not sure if anyone caught this yesterday, but the last air-cooled VW van rolled off of the assembly line in Brazil. This...
• Vanagon Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:02:09 -0400
  For those who have access to Instagram, here is a great video of the Vanagon assembly line. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CqTulkqoWBE/?igshid...
• Drivers door hinge assembly - spot welds failed?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Fri, 12 Aug 2005 10:36:23 -0400
  ...Optimistically thinking that the hinge assembly bolted in the door, I removed the door panel and realized that the hinge was welded into a...
• Re: ATE Brake Calipers, NEW $99 / ATE vs. Girling
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 30 Oct 2005 23:57:38 EST
  ...The elemental difference between the two is that the guide pins of the Girling caliper assembly are fixed to the caliper body and float...
• Rear hatch lock-2
  Historical mailing list - Chris Snyder
  Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:21:15 EDT
  ...Also, since I do not use the central locking can I replace the assembly with one that does not have the central locking assembly...
• Headlights from 88 Vanagon...
  Historical mailing list - James Shinosky
  Fri, 10 Sep 1999 15:07:46 EDT
  ...A pair of stock low-beam rectangular headlight lens assembly (left and right) from my '88 Vanagon, completed with electrical plugs/3" wires. I...
• NEED SIDE VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY FOR '90 CARAT (Passenger Side)
  Historical mailing list - Elam, Nancy L
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 11:48:49 -0400
  I need the whole assembly -- metal, mirror, motor. Any suggestions? Nancy Elam Washington, D.C. 202-927-6913
• Still need: rear wiper motor
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 21:26:52 -0800
  ...I really only need the motor itself, not the whole assembly. But I will buy the assembly if necessary. Bus Depot sells it new...
• Head Lamp Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Christopher
  Sat, 25 Feb 2006 14:19:55 -0800
  Where does one get a good deal on Vanagon head lamp assemblies? I a need passenger side glass headlamp assembly. Thanks, Chris Seattle, Wa...
• Re: How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 08:53:00 -0800
  ...How do we remove key assembly..? > > > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > > > > > Basically you have to drill a release hole and > > poke the retaining spring...
• Re: WANTED - Drivers side turn signal/parking lamp assembly
  Historical mailing list - David Maurio
  Sat, 12 Jul 2003 17:24:32 -0400
  I need everything but the wires and lens (and bulb :) ) Sorry... Should be FRONT drivers side turn signal/parking lamp assembly...
• Re: Rebuilt cv drive shaft
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Sat, 12 Apr 2003 13:28:01 EDT
  ...If you buy an axle assembly (half-shaft), then the difference is just cost. I believe I was referring to buying the CV's...
• VW Vanagon OEM Rear Heater Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Tue, 12 Dec 2000 09:35:48 -0800
  I'm selling my complete rear bench seat heater assembly on eBay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=525055037...
• Magnets on tail light assembly
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:59:35 -0800
  ...They hold the assembly to the van, but not a good enough sideways locator, nor , I think strong enough to hold overall. I did...
• Axle assembly vs Local Shop Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 6 Apr 2000 22:38:18 -0500
  I have just run into a mechanic who says that buying a rebuilt axle assembly.....including new CV's, boots and grease.....is cheaper...
• 1.9 WBX cooling system repair
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Sat, 7 Oct 2006 08:32:59 -0600
  Hey list, Some time ago the nipple on the assembly mounted to the front of the engine compartment broke off. (the assembly with the...
• Re: rear left light assembly corrosion
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Mon, 29 Aug 2005 10:04:56 -0700
  ...Has anybody tried any kind > of surface coating on the metal circuit strips or making a better seal > around the tail light assembly box...
• WTB rear wiper assembly
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Bell
  Sun, 29 Dec 2002 13:39:42 -0600
  Hey! Hope all are having an excellent Holliday Season! I'm looking for a rear wiper assembly for an '89 GL. Motor and arm...
• Re: rear left light assembly corrosion
  Historical mailing list - David Richoux
  Sun, 28 Aug 2005 22:16:13 -0700
  ...rear left light assembly needed > > Hi all... > my rear left light assembly (brakes/turn signal/etc.) has been lost to > rust, so I need...
• Re: Magnets on tail light assembly
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:03:24 -0800
  Clarification, the magnets do hold the assembly to the van, I doubt it would drop off. Just not secure enough for my liking. I...
• Wanted: Swivel assembly for Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - MW575
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 20:54:48 EDT
  I'm looking for a swivel assembly from a Westy for the passenger seat in my non-Westy. Please e-mail me if you...
• wish your van was a poptop? poptop assembly for sale
  Historical mailing list - NA NA
  Tue, 5 Jun 2001 09:19:56 -0700
  wish your hardtop passneger van was a poptop? i have the complete poptop assembly for sale from a westy. Listmember karl bloss has done...
• Re: How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 12:32:54 -0500
  ...The whole switch/tumbler assembly comes off as a unit, so if you're just parting out the van, you could put off drilling...
• Re: How to remove clutch pedal ???
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:23:29 -0800
  Hi, First, you're going to remove the 'pedal assembly' not just the clutch pedal. ( if you did want to do that, cut a...
• Interesting horn/blinker problem and solution
  Historical mailing list - David Filcoff
  Tue, 9 Nov 1999 08:36:36 -0600
  ...There are two brass screws at the top of the assembly that had completely backed out and were letting the assembly move around and...
• Re: windshield washer don't work
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Mon, 6 Mar 2000 12:44:43 EST
  ...Remove the three screws that hold the assembly to the column and remove the assembly. Simulate operation of the washer function on the assembly...
• Looking for Flue Vent assembly
  Historical mailing list - Rod Knutson
  Tue, 11 Oct 2005 09:51:57 -0700
  ...Looking for a flue vent assembly. One of the previous owners of my "new" 1985 Westy removed fridge and water tank to improve storage...
• Re: gear shift assembly maintainence
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 30 May 2011 13:59:09 -0400
  ...ca> wrote: > '86 syncro (but the assembly pretty well the same on all vans), took > the front assembly apart, cleaned, lubed, and back together...
• Radiator Fan Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Jay Harman
  Fri, 25 Sep 2015 15:11:26 -0400
  Help! Looking for a radiator fan assembly for a 1987 Wolfsburg Vanagon, water cooled, 2.1L with air conditioning. Any help or pointing in...
• Brake/Reverse/Running Light Assembly
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Sep 95 10:41:31 EDT
  hey now, i can get a used assembly for the Brake/Reverse/Running Lightsockets for $65. does this sound reasonable at all? how much...
• License plate assembly
  Historical mailing list - Hans Brouwer
  Thu, 15 Jun 2000 18:39:02 -0400
  Hi, Does anyone on the list know off a source to get a rear license plate assembly (rubber boot, lenses, black plastic housing) or...
• Re: Wiper Motor???
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Apr 1995 17:03:57 -0400
  ...there is only one bolt that holds the wiper assembly in as far as i recall. remove that and the whole assembly comes out...
• Re: dash lens assembly
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Fri, 5 Oct 2001 17:48:13 +0200
  ...dash lens assembly Does anyone know where I can get the interior light lens assembly that is on underside lip of dash and above...
• dash removal, heater core flush, pedal assembly work
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 1 Feb 2011 17:29:14 -0800
  ...http://shufti.wordpress.com/2011/02/01/vanagon-dash-removal-pedal-assembly-repair-and-heater-core-flush/ alistair
• Looking for sink basket strainer assembly
  Historical mailing list - Joe Curro
  Sat, 20 Apr 2002 22:07:03 -0400
  ...The sink strainer assembly is in particularly bad shape. Does anyone know where I could find a replacement that would fit? Is it just...
• Re: WANTED - Drivers side turn signal/parking lamp assembly
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sat, 12 Jul 2003 15:35:41 -0700
  ...WANTED - Drivers side turn signal/parking lamp assembly > I need everything but the wires and lens (and bulb :) ) > > Sorry... Should be FRONT drivers side...
• Re: Shifter bushing assembly
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Sat, 29 Jan 2000 13:25:59 -0800
  ...I have some assembly lube that says MSO2 on it, would that work? Or is this just standard wheel bearing grease? (Which I of...
• Used Wiper Motor/ Assembly for 1990 Vanagon for Sale
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Thu, 14 Jan 2016 18:34:51 +0000
  I have a used Wiper Motor/Assembly for sale. I bought it for my 1990 Vanagon (fits other years I'd imagine but check...
• Re: Shifter bushing assembly
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Sun, 30 Jan 2000 11:59:16 -0500
  ...Shifter bushing assembly > > Oh, and one other question - Bentley specifies "MSO2" lubricant" for these > internal plastic parts. I have some assembly lube that says...
• WTB: Left side Square Headlight Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Mike Karseboom
  Wed, 22 Dec 1999 08:22:41 -0800
  I am looking for a complete left side head light assembly including lenses, connectors, and mounting bracket for a 90 Vernon. Please e-mail...
• Wanted: Front camper table and leg assembly
  Historical mailing list - BadBus
  Wed, 27 Feb 2002 16:57:18 -0500
  I am looking for a front camper table and leg assembly, the one behind the drivers seat. If anyone has one for sale please...