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  • Re: rubber broom
    Historical mailing list - Kevin ...
    Sat, 21 Jan 2012 09:24:29 -0800
    ...Thanks for the lead on the broom. > Date: Sat, 21 Jan 2012 12:11:46 -0500 > From: spliced.surprise@GMAIL.COM > Subject: rubber broom...
  • canine car alarm cleaner-upper
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Tue, 22 Jun 2004 22:17:31 -0700
    No, not a pooper-scooper, but a well-made and compact whisk broom/dust pan combo. Just found it today at my local W...
  • Change in ISP
    Historical mailing list - Steven E. Broomhead, Sr.
    Thu, 24 Apr 1997 21:49:14 -0500
    ...southwind.net to swbell.net. So now its: broom-sr@swbell.net thanks -- Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. .============. "I am not Slow, but I am...
  • Re CV joints bolts Clunk x 2
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 25 Jun 1995 14:23:02 -0700
    ...Steven Broomhead, Sr. NO, NOT Bloomfield or Brownfield, just plain Broomfield... NO, Bloomhead, NO, _wait_ Broomhead! yah, Broomhead!
  • Re: DIESEL is............
    Historical mailing list - Mark Thoma
    Mon, 18 May 1998 20:26:40 -0400
    ...Steven Broomhead <broom-sr@SWBELL.NET> To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM> Date: Sunday, May 17, 1998 11:47 PM Subject: DIESEL is...
  • rubber broom
    Historical mailing list - ed donnen
    Sat, 21 Jan 2012 12:11:46 -0500
    ...I use a rubber broom, usually sold to get pet hair out of a carpet. It does a good job and won't scratch...
  • Re: How to lift the Poptop with a canoe attached to it
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Mon, 26 Jul 2004 13:16:31 -0600
    ...get a shortened wood broom handle and keep it in the luggage rack. Pull the canoe up until you can prop the van roof...
  • Re: Vanagon Security Challange... Was RE: How to break into....
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Sat, 31 Oct 1998 08:43:57 -0800
    ...She took out her keys and hung them on the end of one broom and >stuck the other broom end in the window. "Billy...
  • Re: DIESEL is............
    Historical mailing list - Mark Thoma
    Tue, 19 May 1998 07:29:21 -0400
    ...Steven Broomhead <broom-sr@swbell.net> To: Mark Thoma <TVReporter@STRATOS.NET>; Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM> Date: Monday, May 18, 1998 11...
  • Re: F.S. Diesel engine, 2 y.o. injector pump, rebuilt head
    Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
    Thu, 21 May 1998 21:55:06 -0600
    ...of a diesel engine... ;) Gary On Thu, 21 May 1998, Steven Broomhead wrote: > Thought I would try this one more time: > > FOR SALE: 1...
  • Re: Intermittent no start
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Tue, 12 Sep 2000 18:58:41 EDT
    ...Now I'm considering shoving a broomstick up it's.... I mean using a broomstick to tap the starter. Maybe it's stuck. Can...
  • Re: Small VanVac reccomendations? [12volt?]
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Tue, 13 Jun 2006 20:40:01 -0500
    Whisk broom while on the road. Serious vacuuming after getting home. We just finished a trip from Chicago to Rhode Island and back with...
  • Re: rear hatch struts
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:20:08 -0600
    "Broomstick?" ... Jake, is that to hold up the hatch or an alternative method of transportation? ;-) TGIF-bob
  • Re: Snow on the roof
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 12 Nov 2003 16:29:59 -0600
    ...I lived with the broom things for years. Works well. Takes only a couple of minutes to sweep it clean. Full size broom is...
  • Looking for used working '86+ tranny
    Historical mailing list - B Feddish
    Mon, 1 Jun 2009 12:46:29 -0400
    Does someone have a source for a working used '86+ transmission? It's needed in the Broomall, PA area. Thanks, Bryan
  • Re: DIESEL is............
    Historical mailing list - Steven Broomhead
    Mon, 18 May 1998 22:42:15 -0500
    ...Steven Broomhead <broom-sr@SWBELL.NET> > To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM> > Date: Sunday, May 17, 1998 11:47 PM > Subject: DIESEL is...
  • Re: flush kit woes
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 9 Sep 1996 22:17:04 PST
    ...Broomhead, Sr." <broom-sr@southwind.net> writes: >Hey, I had the same type of problem when I used the flush made by the >one...
  • Joy of Dieseling -- late Fri entry
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 16 Sep 1995 06:46:15 -0700
    ...Okay, it really was a Cadillac Sedan DeVille!!! ;} Da' Broom ... Steven Broomhead, Sr. '82 Vanagon Diesel xx American clunkers (x3)
  • Re: Small VanVac reccomendations? [12volt?]
    Historical mailing list - bueses
    Wed, 14 Jun 2006 10:28:23 -0600
    ...As a wisque or whisk broom proponent, & as the owner of a Great Pyrenees dog(only 110 lbs) who loves road trips in the...
  • Re: Any good car vacs out there?
    Historical mailing list - Jack R
    Tue, 19 Jun 2018 20:39:30 -0400
    ...but takes up more room than a whisk broom. https://www.amazon.com/Vacplus-Portable-Handheld-Carrying-Collector/dp/B07411W3KP/ref=sr_1_3...
  • Re: Starter/relay/switch problem fixed
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Tue, 24 Jul 2012 12:15:43 -0400
    When I had to occasionally whack the starter on my '85, I used a broomstick through the wheelwell. Didn't have to get dirty...
  • Re: new 86 Westy Nova Scotia owners
    Historical mailing list - pierre a. lachance
    Thu, 10 Aug 2000 09:07:42 -0400
    ...and were very easy to put on...my broom stick now has rejoined the broom and my head will feel better! especially in cold...
  • Re: Small VanVac reccomendations? [12volt?]
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:15:38 -0700
    I'm with Tom, only I don't bother with the dust pan, just the whisk broom. The needles and stuff just go right...
  • Re: Any good car vacs out there?
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:55:38 +0000
    I agree with Chris:  whisk broom.  So simple and effective for daily cleaning.  Even when on the road, you can always find a self...
  • F.S. Diesel engine, 2 y.o. injector pump, rebuilt head
    Historical mailing list - Steven Broomhead
    Thu, 21 May 1998 22:21:12 -0500
    ...FOR SALE: 1.6 diesel engine from 82 Vanagon...........$150 (you arrange shipping) or $300 (I arrange shipping) email or ICQ #12152320 S. Broomhead
  • Re: How do you pack your Westy for a long camping trip?
    Historical mailing list - Javier Zavala
    Fri, 25 May 2001 09:33:26 -0500
    ...this cabinet, as I can`t seem to locate another one inside Gerty. > > 12) Behind the seat... > > Lawn chairs,pillows,our walking sticks, > > broom. >
  • Who's Who on the list - 1980-1991 Diesel Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Tue, 27 Jun 95 16:10:22 CDT
    ...Ed Frank EDFRANK@MAINE.MAINE.EDU -VX 82 Vanagon Diesel Steven Broomhead BROOM.SR@IX.NETCOM.COM -V 82 Vanagon Diesel Harvey Chao HARVEY...
  • Re: Friday--Money making idea
    Historical mailing list - David Etter
    Fri, 23 Mar 2007 18:55:42 -0600
    How about " My husbands other car is a broom" for all you warlocks out there.. Name changed to protect the cowardly. That would be...
  • Re: rear hatch gas shock lifespan?
    Historical mailing list - marcus
    Mon, 27 Jul 1998 21:05:47 -0700
    ...aut-fit typ 16-2 016 03455 6oon 3595.BTW the broomstick is too short. Unless you use the bumper and then it might...
  • Re: Some dometic notes
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 1 Jul 2019 05:31:48 -0400
    ...They're basically to keep the outside bits from falling off. Broomstick is a good toll for horsing the inside parts into line. Yrs...
  • Stats Galore ... Who's Who in Diesels ...
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 12 Oct 95 08:22:52 CDT
    ...Vanagon Diesel Doc Taylor DOCTAYLOR@AOL.COM *82 Vanagon Diesel Steven Broomhead BROOM.SR@IX.NETCOM.COM *82 Vanagon Diesel Harvey Chao HARVEY_CHAO...
  • Re: DIESEL is............
    Historical mailing list - JordanVw
    Tue, 19 May 1998 01:37:35 EDT
    In a message dated 98-05-17 23:54:02 EDT, broom-sr@SWBELL.NET writes: << One final word of advice .......DON'T BUY...
  • Re: FS diesel engine
    Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
    Sun, 17 May 1998 01:16:09 -0400
    Steven Broomhead wrote: > . The mpg was irrespective of highway driving, stop and go driving, > or just idling in my driveway waiting for a warm...
  • Re: Used Diesel Vanagon Popularity in Europe?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Thoma
    Sun, 24 May 1998 08:47:53 -0400
    ...Steven Broomhead <broom-sr@SWBELL.NET> To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM> Date: Sunday, May 24, 1998 3:13 AM Subject: Re: Used...
  • Re: What was that about lowering tire pressure on ice?
    Historical mailing list - Karl G Vochatzer/AMR
    20 Dec 96 15:22:30
    Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. wrote: broom-sr @ southwind.net ("Steven E. Broomhead, Sr.") 12/20/96 07:49 AM To: vanagon @ lenti.med.umn...
  • Re: Any good car vacs out there?
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
    Fri, 22 Jun 2018 10:05:25 -0600
    ...com/Camco-Adjustable-Dustpan-Telescoping-43623/dp/B000EDUUG2/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1529683466&sr=1-4&keywords=rv+broom
  • Re: Running rich.....
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hawkins
    Wed, 17 Oct 2007 22:05:18 -0400
    For a good VW mechanic within driving reach of the Bus Depot gathering try Harold at Gene's Foreign car service in Broomall on...
  • Re: Westfalia indoor mat ideas
    Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
    Sun, 22 Apr 2012 14:39:00 -0700
    I basically use nothing. �My Weekender has a factory vinyl floor. �Whisk broom sits in the slot on the rear facing seat, sweep it...
  • Re: rear hatch struts
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:31:27 -0700
    Just to hold up the overloaded hatch Bob! On 4/10/09, Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@gmail.com> wrote: > "Broomstick?" > > ... Jake, is that to hold...
  • Cruise Control
    Historical mailing list - Kent Gutke
    Thu, 26 Aug 1999 16:10:00 -0600
    ...Does anyone know of an aftermarket cruise control other than a broom stick or brick? Thanks in advance for any help, Kent Gutke Park...
  • Re: Small VanVac reccomendations? [12volt?]
    Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
    Tue, 13 Jun 2006 23:15:34 -0400
    brooms & pans! What kind of dogs do they have!?!? We use a dirt devil that is 110v with high amp output but I have...
  • Re: Gas engine in Diesel Vanagon...finally
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 29 Jul 1998 21:08:36 -0700
    ...At 21:47 7/29/98 -0500, Steven Broomhead wrote: >Hello all, >After being in bed sick for the last 9 months (I DID...
  • Re: rust on a longblock oops shortblock and more/Reply
    Historical mailing list - Lon J. Thompson
    Tue, 29 Apr 1997 00:18:06 -0700
    ...care of it. Lon T. '86 Vanagon Syncro GL Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. wrote: > > I've gotten a complete engine; a short block, two...
  • Re: Road Trip
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 17 Jun 1997 00:47:11 -0400 (EDT)
    ...either that or invest in some new hatch struts.... (or a broomstick :<) chris
  • Tires, Tires, Tires, Tires /f
    Historical mailing list - Steven E. Broomhead, Sr.
    Fri, 22 Nov 1996 12:24:31 -0800
    ...5 tires sometimes I use 6 tires. Nuff' said, Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. ,============, .spew.. "I am not Slow, I am /__||___||___|| .cough.. '82 Diesel Velocity...
  • Re: DIESEL is............
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
    Mon, 18 May 1998 15:20:17 -0700
    ...nd they haul but! Joe On Sun, 17 May 1998, Steven Broomhead wrote: > One final word of advice .......DON'T BUY A DIESEL > > D...
  • Re: Philadelphia repair shop
    Historical mailing list - Samuel Scott
    Thu, 23 May 2002 15:23:16 EDT
    ...For more intricate and/or major engine work, go to Gene's Foreign Car Service in Broomall (610-356-2389). Ask for Harold. He...
  • Re: Solid lifter conversion.
    Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
    Sun, 11 May 2003 16:51:30 -0400
    ...with TV screens I'd say just cut a length of >broom stick and use it for a lifter. lol Stan -- a big Amen...
  • rear hatch gas shock lifespan?
    Historical mailing list - David Hicks
    Mon, 27 Jul 1998 21:05:39 EDT
    ...I might as well buy a broomstick! Thnks, Davi91 Multi - getting no help at all lifting my rear hatch
  • Re: canine car alarm cleaner-upper
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Wed, 23 Jun 2004 14:42:04 -0600
    ...bob Plus, I got a small broom which fits into its dust pan at my local camping store. It's for sweeping out the...
  • Re: Any good car vacs out there?
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Tue, 19 Jun 2018 20:04:21 -0400
    I keep a small whisk broom. Lighter, cheaper, gets the job done. Chris > Wiadomość napisana przez PB <pbrattan@GMAIL.COM> w dniu 18.06...
  • Re: Gas engine in Diesel Vanagon...finally
    Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
    Thu, 30 Jul 1998 09:38:13 -0600
    Steven Broomhead wrote: > > Hello all, > After being in bed sick for the last 9 months (I DID NOT HAVE A BABY!!), > I finally have...
  • Re: Used Diesel Vanagon Popularity in Europe?
    Historical mailing list - PAT
    Sun, 24 May 1998 09:29:47 -0400
    ...Steven Broomhead <broom-sr@SWBELL.NET> >To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM> >Date: Sunday, May 24, 1998 3:13 AM >Subject: Re: Used...
  • Re: Starter/relay/switch problem fixed
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Tue, 24 Jul 2012 10:36:35 -0600
    ...When I had to occasionally whack the starter on my '85, I used a broomstick through the wheelwell. Didn't have to get dirty...
  • Re: Back door Witch
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Sun, 6 May 2001 17:32:18 -0700
    ...always managed to keep her at bay with a suitably sized broom handle... ;^) ;^) _/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/_/ You can't depend on your judgement when your imagination is...
  • LAST stoopid statz! Diesels! :)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 03 Apr 97 23:31:46 CST
    ...Diesel Richard Bremiller RBREMILLER@NEXTSTEP.NET 82 Vanagon Diesel Steven Broomhead Sr. BROOM-SR@SOUTHWIND.NET 82 Vanagon Diesel Craig Taylor DOCTAYLR@VISI.NET...
  • Re: Fridge blows out while driving....
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 19 May 2009 21:14:33 -0400
    ...A broomstick makes a good aligning tool. -- David Beierl - Providence RI USA -- http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '89 Po' White Star "Scamp"
  • engine install
    Historical mailing list - Steven E. Broomhead, Sr.
    Sat, 19 Apr 1997 09:57:36 -0500
    ...down. Whats the best way to deal with it. -- Steven E. Broomhead, Sr. .============. "I am not Slow, but I am /__|| || || '82 Diesel->Gas GETTING...
  • Re: Cruise Control
    Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
    Fri, 27 Aug 1999 09:58:20 -0600
    Kent Gutke wrote: > Does anyone know of an aftermarket cruise control other than a > broom stick or brick? Kent, Check with Sears or JC...
  • Its Friday - possibly unless I lost another week.
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 4 Mar 2005 09:21:19 -0700
    ...looseparts.html">ComicsPage | loose parts <http://www.comicspage.com/broomhilda/index.html">ComicsPage | Broom-Hilda ���������������������������������������� jimt Planned insanity is best. Remember that sanity is...