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• [TEST] VANAGON daily digest delivery — 2026-10-29
  Email contribution - Michael Barbine
  2026-10-29T01:13:38.000Z
  ...This labeled test verifies the isolated VANAGON mailing-list intake, digest preparation, provider delivery, and Gmail receipt. No reply is needed.
• Paint preparation tips...
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Tue, 25 Jul 2017 07:42:52 -0700
  ...loose the ends of the wiper fluid tubes inside the dash, after removing the spray nozzles in preparation for a paint job ? Thanks. - john
• Re: Paint preparation tips...
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:29:19 +0000
  ...Paint preparation tips... Can someone offer a suggestion on a good way to Not loose the ends of the wiper fluid tubes inside the...
• Re: Paint preparation tips...
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 25 Jul 2017 13:53:56 -0400
  ...loose the ends of the > wiper fluid tubes inside the dash, after removing the spray nozzles in > preparation for a paint job ? > > Thanks. - john
• alternatives to fiberglass insulation
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sun, 25 Feb 2007 19:10:21 -0500
  ...http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx?icid=HMFebtagline
• Re: ice melting
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 17 Mar 2007 11:13:28 -0600
  ...not Shasta, Eureka. ;>) _________________________________________________________________ It�s tax season, make sure to follow these few simple tips http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 21 Mar 2007 (#2007-311)
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 13:40:12 +0000
  ...Joe T. _________________________________________________________________ It�s tax season, make sure to follow these few simple tips http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx?icid...
• Re: Buses By The Bridge XII
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Wed, 16 Jan 2008 22:12:27 -0500
  ...be making preparations for our trip to Panama next week....and she's probably right, though I don't know what preparations are necessary...
• Preparation of List Stickers
  Historical mailing list - J Greenberg G Jannini
  05 Apr 96 19:38:11 EST
  >> Aren't you the same guys who had me frying banana peels? west << Are you referring to the "Donovanheads"? George
• Re: Paint preparation resource - sources
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 27 Aug 2015 15:24:45 +0000
  None of the low-cost paint chains are known for their meticulous and skilled preparation. I have seen them do a good job, but...
• Re: Paint preparation tips...
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Tue, 25 Jul 2017 11:20:34 -0700
  ...loose the ends of the >> wiper fluid tubes inside the dash, after removing the spray nozzles in >> preparation for a paint job ? >> >> Thanks. - john
• any interest in fiberglass bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 14:28:53 -0500
  ...http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx?icid=HMFebtagline
• Preparation of List Stickers
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 5 Apr 1996 10:57:47 -0800
  So do you just lick the glue off or do you have to smoke 'em? Aren't you the same guys who had me...
• Trip preparations
  Historical mailing list - Groff, Montgomery
  Fri, 24 Sep 1999 10:57:08 -0600
  Volks, I'm preparing for about a 2500 mile trip. Does anyone have a list of essential items to check and spare parts to...
• Re: Antifreeze Experiment
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Wed, 22 Nov 2000 15:20:08 -0800
  ...especially food preparation surfaces are this coolant stuff is toxic!!! Bill
• Re: Happy Frydae - VW Thing Question - LVC
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 14 May 2010 18:13:24 -0400
  At 04:58 PM 5/14/2010, Jack Reynaert wrote: >Do you use hydraulic oil for hemorrhoids? Seriously, Preparation H has shark oil in...
• WTB: propane tank
  Historical mailing list - Jeff K
  Mon, 28 Jul 2003 15:04:29 -0700
  In preparation for an upcoming move to Montana, I'm going to add a propane heater to the van, and would like a little...
• Re: PAINT JOB
  Historical mailing list - Victor Montgomery
  Sat, 6 Feb 1999 08:33:18 -0500
  Depending on what material you use and the amount of preparation required the range could run from a low of $200-300 for a...
• Inverter advice
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Wed, 11 Aug 2004 16:10:40 -0700
  ...of finally cleaning up my dual battery install and adding a couple things in preparation for a laptop/AV center kinda thing. Thanks, Brian
• Re: Potential Vanagon Tires ?15"wheels
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 May 1996 14:28:51 -0400
  >In preparation for our upcoming trip across the southwest, I decided to >replace two of the tires on my '84 Westy. Ended up getting...
• underbody sealant
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Sat, 16 Dec 2000 12:40:31 -0500
  Anyone having done this care to share your experience? What kind of cleaning preparation - high pressure wash, scrubbing? Did you use several individual cans...
• Re: 2 weeks enough to cross country - w/kids?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Wed, 23 Mar 2005 21:01:36 EST
  ...Sounds like fun if you can handle and have made preparations and are truly ready for the question " are we there yet?" 3-4...
• Hope everyone is safe
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:50:49 -0500
  ...Hope your preparations are all done and that nothing bad befalls any of you all the way along the coast. Looks like NC and...
• travel to ak
  Historical mailing list - Tim Lott
  Thu, 6 May 1999 12:45:27 EDT
  ...In preparation I have collected extra fuel line, fuel pump, clamps, and fan belt. What are some other must haves? Thanks akbound
• Re: Short film with a Vanagon - inspiration for the camping season!
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Tue, 4 Jan 2011 09:49:33 -0700
  This went beautifully with my morning tea and inspired me as I tear down Fritz's suspension in preparation for a Burley upgrade....... Thanks...
• Re: engine swaps (long)
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Granito
  Tue, 13 Apr 1999 13:42:55 EDT
  ...flat 6......has anyone ever done one of these in a vanagon? (I will now don my Nomex suit in preparation for the flames!)
• Re: Preparation of List Stickers
  Historical mailing list - Psychic Trucker
  Fri, 05 Apr 1996 16:11:22 +0500
  At 01:02 PM 4/5/96 -0600, you wrote: >So do you just lick the glue off or do you have to smoke...
• Replacement A/C dryer FS
  Historical mailing list - Jutta & Christian Knust
  Sat, 1 Dec 2001 16:32:31 +0100
  Got a spare A/C receiver/dryer for an 87 Vanagon which I bought recently in preparation for opening the A/C, which I...
• Timing scale on 1981
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 10:45:23 -0700
  ...In preparation fro swapping out my crappy 009 for a new OEM distributor witch side of the ( 0 ) scale should I be timing it...
• Vanagon Mechanics / Clubs in the Vegas/Phoenix area
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Sun, 25 Mar 2007 01:09:30 -0500
  Howdy all! It's been a complete whirlwind, but after interviews in Vegas this past Tuesday I find myself in preparation mode for a...
• Re: Wesipes
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Tue, 26 Jan 1999 16:29:03 -0800
  ...I don't remember if a crock-pot was one of them, but they had several food preparation items in there. Steve 89 Westy
• Burning Man??
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 13:43:30 -0700
  ...Who all is coming? Our preparations are kicking into full gear. The Playagon (www.playagon.com) is undergoing a few improvements, such as moving...
• Re: '57 Resoration Preparation
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 8 Mar 1996 13:52:32 -0500
  In a message dated 96-03-08 12:27:24 EST, MIKE.WHITE@law.utah.edu (Mike White) writes: > (remember this >is a '57...
• Re: unpleasant surprize
  Historical mailing list - Brian Hren
  Tue, 30 Mar 1999 13:02:41 EST
  ...I've used denatured alcohol as a preparation when cleaning metal surfaces before reassambling. It dries quickly and leaves no residue. I haven't...
• Re: Preparations for Rough Road Driving (addendum)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 2 Nov 1999 00:27:40 -0800
  A bibliofind search (http://www.bibliofind.com) turned up... Coleman, Harry: Camping Out With Your Van or Minibus: A Survival Manual for International Campers...
• CV Joint Problem
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 2 May 2003 18:37:18 -0600
  Just a thought Lucas, disconnect the drive shaft in preparation for removal, loosen the front transaxle so it will move forward and drop the...
• How do you use Preparations for Rough Road Driving
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 00:16:12 -0500
  ...Preparations for Rough Road Driving By way of Steve Schwenk's website, I found a link to wetwesties which had a VW Tech Manual...
• Re: For those with automatic transmissions
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Thu, 19 Feb 2015 17:54:35 -0800
  ...Rob vwrobb@gmail.com At 2/19/2015 05:38 PM, Stuart MacMillan wrote: >In preparation for my Subaru conversion, I need to upgrade...
• Re: Heater fan CHIRP!
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Mon, 8 Apr 2013 21:27:30 -0400
  ...Totally rebuilt the heater box in my 'new' Syncro, new everything - in preparation for a S America trip that still hasn't happened. Noisy...
• '68 Bus for sale
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Sun, 27 Jun 1999 20:51:06 -0400
  ...No significant rust (NC car originally.) Engine has been removed in preparation for rebuild. Please call Rick Whaley at 207-766-2622 if interested...
• 4/24 is the LAST DAY to register for SYNCRO DE MAYO 2009
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Sat, 18 Apr 2009 15:01:11 -0400
  In order for the planning Group to complete food and logistical preparations for the event, registration for Syncro de Mayo 2009 will close at...
• Paint preparation resource - sources
  Historical mailing list - Kevin P Gilleran
  Thu, 27 Aug 2015 08:19:02 -0700
  All, I am looking for a good resource that I can use to prepare my van for painting by others. I would like to...
• Re: Trip preparations
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 24 Sep 1999 10:05:57 -0700
  Spare fuel pump! "Groff, Montgomery" wrote: > > Volks, > > I'm preparing for about a 2500 mile trip. Does anyone have a list of > essential items...
• Need injection pump throttle arm for Vanagon diesel
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Tue, 10 Jul 2001 11:34:23 EDT
  I want to install a Jetta 'TD inj'ection pump on my Vanagon in preparation for a TD conversion. The Vanagon inj. pump has...
• What's In Your Van's Library (Friday)
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 20 May 2011 06:58:08 -0700
  ...other improvements and modifications I have made to the van, in preparation for the imminent zombie apocalypse. -- Rocky J Squirrel '84 Westfalia: Mellow Yellow...
• Re: Wiring radio to accessory instead of battery?
  Historical mailing list - Ellen in Oregon
  Sun, 25 Mar 2007 11:23:43 -0700
  ...lot !!! _________________________________________________________________ It�s tax season, make sure to follow these few simple tips http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/PreparationTips.aspx?icid=HMMartagline
• Re: Powder coating door handles
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 29 Oct 2003 11:26:52 -0500
  ...If extra time/money is invested in good application, preparation and > process, it can refuse such issues and give long life. I've seen...
• Hello
  Historical mailing list - Robert Smulders
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 18:20:05 -0700
  ...All in preparation to drive to the tip of Argentina. Have already learned lots just watching. Thanks Robert Robert Smulders "Living life like we...
• Re: cargo hauls
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Mon, 16 Oct 1995 13:46:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Or is it in preparation for the next installment in the "Manifold Destiny" thread? :)
• Re: Maaco Paint Jobs
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 08:23:45 -0800
  ...You can't even get half a decent preparation for $350. I would think that a quality prep and paint job will start somewhere...
• Side tent from Busdepot/Justkampers
  Historical mailing list - Phil Menchions
  Fri, 2 Aug 2002 19:12:52 -0230
  ...I've done a trial run in preparation for some camping. Put the thing up inside out:) I guess that's why they suggest...
• Re: How do you use Preparations for Rough Road Driving
  Historical mailing list - Alfred Bagdan
  Tue, 2 Nov 1999 23:07:55 -0700
  ...How do you use Preparations for Rough Road Driving > I suppose this is more of a computer question than it is a Vanagon one...
• Interior Rust help needed...
  Historical mailing list - David Cooper
  Fri, 20 Apr 2001 19:30:48 EDT
  I just pulled up my front carpet, in preparation to do some of the Bulley sound and heat modifications, and found the floor rusted...
• Re: email names <VERY Friday>
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 18:19:59 EDT
  ...bug zapper would cheaper in the long run than all this preparation H. and Tucks Pads. >> Those things aren't for your face. It...
• Redesigned Website
  Historical mailing list - Roy Olynick
  Thu, 1 Apr 2004 22:53:14 -0600
  Volks, I've redesigned my website in preparation for the move to a new IP. Check it out and change your bookmarks accordingly. The...
• Preparations for Rough Road Driving
  Historical mailing list - JeanneMaly
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 20:20:44 -0800
  By way of Steve Schwenk's website, I found a link to wetwesties which had a VW Tech Manual regarding preparations for driving on...
• Subject: Re: Grease Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - geofflaw
  Fri, 15 Dec 2000 05:08:43 -0800
  ...He does a bit more preparation to it though, filtering it and adding something to it. Apparently his van smells like fish and chips...
• Re: Powder coating door handles
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Wed, 29 Oct 2003 08:06:07 -0800
  ...I expect this can be prevented by a better preparation process. It's just like chrome. If it's done quick and dirty to...
• Re: Syncro Tranny Drain
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 28 Sep 2002 22:59:33 -0600
  ...if it's doable I'll get the syn oil in preparation for that too. Might as well make this a clean sweep. Thanks...
• Van Storage?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Belanger
  Tue, 1 Aug 2000 21:21:57 EDT
  ...Are there any special needs or things that need to be done every so often, such as running it?? Do any preparations need to...