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• Re: Computers on board?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 10 Sep 94 13:42:20 EDT
  JC Witness sells diagnostic software, but I have no idea if it is intended for "on-board"computer use -DC -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- David Carment School of...
• Re: Computerized Gauge Setup
  Historical mailing list - Roger Bowman
  Thu, 4 Nov 1999 08:56:44 -0800
  ...you are speaking of a generic on-board diagnosis capability, and not referring to the On-Board Diagnosis protocols which have been standardized across...
• Re: What food to stock in one's Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 4 Jun 1998 21:48:00 -0700
  ...Don't leave home without it! We also keep a couple of cans of generic "International Coffee" of various flavors on board. On a...
• Re: Water pumps - '1986-1991' Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - marcus
  Fri, 26 Jun 1998 11:03:28 -0700
  I'm on board with Mark on this.If the same shop has done all or most of the replacments,read Mark's post...
• Re: Call for .. Actual Vehicle Weight info
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Mon, 21 Mar 2005 04:32:38 -0500
  ...The bus weighed in at 3500 lbs (w/two spare tires and me on board). Front axle was 1640 lbs. Rear axle was 1860...
• Re: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 24 Feb 2003 17:04:20 -0500
  From the J**p forums I sometimes visit, I get the impression that those folks commonly convert their AC compressors for "on board air...
• Re: Gen Set
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Wed, 4 Nov 2009 08:35:12 -0500
  >> Has anyone ever installed a small generator on board. Size,fuel,location noise? I am considering doing this if it can be done safely...
• Re: HELP My wife thiks the van is unsafe
  Historical mailing list - Dave Chameides
  Fri, 17 Dec 2004 10:21:21 -0800
  ...She�s way on board with the safety aspect now. Mission accomplished. Dave
• Re: My 1st post- Re: The Energy Non-Crisis
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:20:41 -0500
  I was thinking the same thing :) > > Always good to have a manufacturer on board! > > Jim > > -- Thanks, Jeff '90 Carat (Grover) '86 (We call this...
• Gen Set
  Historical mailing list - Paul Gordon
  Wed, 4 Nov 2009 08:18:59 -0500
  Has anyone ever installed a small generator on board. Size,fuel,location noise? I am considering doing this if it can be done safely...
• 85 Westy Fuel Pump buzzing
  Historical mailing list - Steve Laurenzano
  Sat, 30 Mar 2002 09:19:59 -0500
  ...Is this a sign that it is at death's door? Great List! Glad to be on board! Steve Laurenzano 85 Westy 155K "Die...
• Re: [syncro.org] Re: on board air? anyone got it?
  Historical mailing list - joel walker
  Thu, 24 Aug 2006 21:16:39 -0500
  > By the way, why are you guys wanting to install a tank? Other than a > little bit of air to fill a small beach...
• air lifts
  Historical mailing list - Nock
  Fri, 3 Jan 2003 11:09:50 -0800
  ...boosters (cost about $100), and manually keep the pressure - Or do you really need to by the on board air compressor system (additional $140) ?
• Re: [wetwesties] Re: [T2] Catching mouses in buses...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 14 Jan 2001 13:00:41 EST
  I had a mouse on board the 82 Westy for a week, from Arizona to Oregon. It was fortunate nothing was chewed on other...
• Re: Gen Set
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 4 Nov 2009 07:34:27 -0800
  On Wed, Nov 4, 2009 at 5:18 AM, Paul Gordon <paul_gordon@sympatico.ca> wrote: > Has anyone ever installed a small generator on...
• Re: On Board Propane Tank needed
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Wed, 9 May 2007 16:40:28 -0700
  ...VANAGON.COM> Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2007 1:50 PM Subject: On Board Propane Tank needed > Hi all > Went to the Propane place today...
• Just spent 2 days in a VW LT Florida!
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Wed, 6 Jun 2012 00:25:18 +0200
  ...The large over-sized mirrors 5 gears driven by a diesel power plant HOT WATER! We have 10L of on board heated water - and...
• Re: Hitting a Milestone - sort of
  Historical mailing list - Werner Schink
  Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:31:54 -0400
  ...crescentbeachguitar@GMAIL.COM> wrote: >I just want to hear the reason why there was a bathtub drain plug on board >in the first place! ;)
• Cold weather and gear lubricant
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 27 Jan 2022 11:59:57 -0800
  hi all, I was sick for quite awhile (not Covid), it's better now so I 'm back on board to bother you with...
• Radiator cooling fan question
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Fri, 1 Sep 2006 09:44:47 -0700
  ...the vanagon for all years.Is this wrong?Roger --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail.
• 1984 VW Westfalia Camper Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tim Tuttle
  11 May 1996 15:47:07 GMT
  ...Pop top, sleeps four Refrigerator (propane, 12vDC or 110 vAC) Two burner propane stove Sink with on board water storage Tables Plenty of storage...
• VW vin numbers
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Mon, 23 Oct 2006 13:16:57 -0700
  ...for the engine? Which engine numbers are used?Thanks --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail.
• Re: wierd cylinder under driver footwell molding(jettano vanagon)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Jun 2000 22:17:59 EDT
  ...Time, djs@GENE.COM writes: << This is likely part of an on-board halon cabin fire extinguishing system, a seldom-purchased (but important) safety...
• Re: Clarify On Board Propane used outside
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 7 Jul 2009 20:31:13 -0700
  ...Clarify On Board Propane used outside > Hi all > OK lets try explaining this a bit better > I have a 85 westy with a on...
• Re: RE: Generator access or engine acces
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 5 Jun 1996 21:21:25, -0500
  ...frame while engine weight was held by two scissors jacks standing on board resting on three broom handle pieces. The board had two holes...
• Re: Gas tank Questions
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 Feb 1995 19:05:35 -0600 (CST)
  ...soon, sure would feel better if I had some extra oil on board.... -- \ \\\// (o o) "Betty Boop BBS" Carmel Valley: Netgate off Highway 1...
• Re: Subwoofer
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 11 Dec 2013 16:39:35 -0700
  ...GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > I wouldn't leave home without a portable toilet on board, it's saved my > seat bottom a time or two.
• Re: Lowering your Van- again
  Historical mailing list - CHRIS STANN
  Sun, 15 Oct 2000 22:06:01 -0500
  ...YEAH!! Plus you get the opportunity to "help" you date climb on board! Gee, I wonder if she'll wear that mini-skirt next...
• Re: singing the praises of the Porta-potti, was: Misc. dumb questions
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hineline
  Wed, 1 Jul 1998 06:43:58 -0700
  Do these things have any telltale odor? You know, the kind that -- even if it doesn't smell foul -- announces "crapper on board." What...
• Re: loud fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Mon, 23 Aug 1999 17:13:34 -0400
  ...I wouldn't recommend taking any trips without a spare on board. YRMV Frank Miller Alternative Business Systems Columbus OH 43214-2826 Tel: 614...
• Re: Checked my compression today
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Tue, 1 Aug 2006 13:44:25 -0700
  ...Yay! Chris Gronski 1986 2.1L Syncro AdventureWesty --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail Beta.
• engine stand
  Historical mailing list - eric luebbers
  Mon, 14 Aug 2006 16:56:49 -0700
  ...Thanks, Eric 91 syncro 7 pass 99 subie wagon --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail...
• Re: Electric Vanagon FS at zapworld.com
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 2 Sep 2005 07:47:16 -0700
  > > Range could be extended greatly with a small diesel powered generator on > board... If the diesel generator is large enough to make a significant...
• Out Of Time And Patience
  Historical mailing list - Mark Baker
  Wed, 16 Aug 2006 09:00:37 -0700
  ...currently leaking gas and coolant on my driveway --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail Beta.
• Re: propane on board and tunnels (was Esurance blacklist)
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 16 Mar 2007 15:07:56 -0400
  ...propane on board and tunnels (was Esurance blacklist) ::: :::You're right about the Lincoln Tunnel going into NYC. I was driving my :::1982 Diesel...
• Re: NPR: Vanagon road trip
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:16:05 -0400
  ...I loved their description of losing breaks with their "little Mexican woman" fare on board. :) Sudhir On 26 Apr 2010 21:03, "George Wietor...
• Re: FIRE!!! (True story from this morning)
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 20:00:01 -0400
  ...Malcolm ed wrote: > The whole concept of on-board fire supression for cars has been handled in > racing for years. Often Halon to minimize...
• Re: Solid lifter conversion.
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Sun, 11 May 2003 16:51:30 -0400
  ...with while the buy Mag Wheels, Brush Bar bumpers and >install on board Computers with TV screens I'd say just cut a length...
• I ACCIDENTLY DELETED A REQUEST FOR STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Sat, 14 Oct 2006 07:41:25 -0700
  ...They wanted the price sent to them.Thanks,Roger --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail.
• On Board Display
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 20:37:59 -0500
  Well, it seems that many of us like/want/would love to have this option. The other side of the coin is that no...
• Re: Tire pressure question 2
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 31 Jul 2005 07:42:22 -0700
  ...About half those miles are with a fairley heavy loading of astronomy equipment on board, the other half with loaded for camping but without...
• Re: Clarify On Board Propane used outside
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 7 Jul 2009 23:56:08 -0400
  ...Clarify On Board Propane used outside > > >> Hi all >> OK lets try explaining this a bit better >> I have a 85 westy with a on...
• Re: Esurance blacklist for VW Westfalia campers!
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Fri, 16 Mar 2007 12:59:03 EDT
  ...You would see those LARGE RVs used for TV and Film shoots in NYC with "NO PROPANE ON BOARD" written on them. I always...
• Re: Propane refill adaptor
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 21 Oct 2015 06:33:58 -0400
  ...They also have fittings to use that on board tank for > your BBQ grill or propane stove. We carry this: http://www.busdepot.com...
• propane on board and tunnels (was Esurance blacklist)
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Fri, 16 Mar 2007 14:42:08 -0400
  ...You would see those LARGE RVs used for TV and Film shoots in NYC with "NO PROPANE ON BOARD" written on them. I always...
• VW T3 On-Board Computer?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
  Thu, 1 Nov 2018 14:58:15 -0700
  Greetings, Has anyone installed or worked with this brilliant little digital clock replacement that I recently discovered at the following URL: <http://www.projekt...
• Re: Dual on-board Battery Charger
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 12 May 2010 17:48:33 -0700
  RE: Onboard Charger You can get a good 30 or 40 amp charger for less money than the biggest they show (20 amp) http...
• Re: CD
  Historical mailing list - John H. Rodgers
  Fri, 10 Apr 1998 12:58:19 -0500
  ...getting the list owners and others who own the copyrighted materials on board is the first order of business. Without that "Nada!". Leaves the...
• Re: Crossing the Canadian border...
  Historical mailing list - bernie
  Tue, 21 Jul 2015 08:44:50 -0700
  ...It's your responsibility to know what you have on board. They are becoming more sticky in this regards and very intolerant of people...
• Re: camper heating
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sat, 16 Oct 2004 13:05:22 -0500
  ...and let the > engine idle while you shower? Run a hose from the faucet to the heat > exchanger for an on board water supply. > >> >>
• "Remote" Propane Tank Usage
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:34:01 -0400
  ...Has anyone removed their on-board tank and adapted their Westfalia system to work with those tanks? I would seem one would mount the...
• Re: Bolo tie
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:59:53 -0500
  ...An even worse idea is driving your Westy with propane on board through the Ted Williams, Tip O'Neil, Sumner, and Callahan Tunnels. (try...
• Re: Old Spare Tire
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Mon, 14 Nov 2005 16:54:53 -0800
  ...A cheapie compressor! I keep one on board at all times. A car tire takes a while, but its better than being stuck. Works...
• Re: question about electrical inlet
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 21 Feb 2009 14:06:45 -0500
  ...switchable (under the sink?) from these outlets being powered by the on-board inverter to being powered by the external hook-up inlet port...
• Re: Westy battery charger
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 13 Jan 2015 09:17:01 -0800
  ...That means that when the on board charger or the solar panel is supplying power, the ACR will connect the aux battery to the...
• Re: Dometic Fridge Question
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 4 Oct 2004 17:50:11 -0600
  ...Thanks, > > Jeff > > Mine actually ran on the ac power, no inverter on board. ���������������������������������������� jimt Planned insanity is best. Remember that sanity is optional. http...
• Re: VW T3 On-Board Computer?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Smith
  Tue, 6 Nov 2018 18:56:11 +0000
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• Stranded in Texas
  Historical mailing list - Jack Pronovost
  Mon, 18 Mar 2002 01:20:18 -0800
  Hello Volks Need an ECU (on board computer) for a 2.1L 1986 Vanagon. Replaced all sensors, injectors and more, one at the time...
• Charging batteries in parallel ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Sun, 8 Feb 2015 11:37:05 -0500
  ...My question is how to charged them with my on board charger? Do I put positive on #1 battery and then put negative on...
• On demand water hook up no water?
  Historical mailing list - David Klein
  Thu, 15 Aug 2013 12:27:03 -0700
  ...I have the hose from spigot hooked up and on but once the on board tank is dry no more water comes out of...