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Windshield washer spray nozzle removal tips
Historical mailing list - caverat
Mon, 24 Jan 2005 20:12:11 -0500
Any tips or tricks to removing the windshield washer spray nozzle from the front of the vanagon? Mine didn't want to easily pop...
Re: Gas Saving Tips
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:55:30 -0700
1) These DRIVING TIPS will do more for you than filling station tips; http://www.fuelly.com/tips/ 2) And of course you should...
Storage Space Tips - VanagonWiki
Historical mailing list - Ken & Sue
Sat, 2 Feb 2008 12:05:06 -0500
http://vanagonwiki.net/index.php/Storage_Space_Tips
CA smog tips
Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
Fri, 22 Oct 2004 02:07:17 -0500
Earlier on the list there were some CA smog tips....along with recommendations...can we revisit this once again...Thanks...Chuck
Fwd: TIPS
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Wed, 25 Apr 2007 20:31:47 -0700
...TIPS > > I am a Syncronaut from South Africa looking for some tips, I have a > Syncro that has no power steering is it possible...
upper ball joint removal tips
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Fri, 19 Mar 2004 15:16:13 -0500
This weekend I plan to replace my uppers on an 87 Syncro. Any time saving tips would be appreciated. TIA, dylan
Faucet install tips wanted
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 7 Aug 2013 17:18:16 -0400
...I would appreciate any tips on a successful exchange. My old faucet is leaking. My first head scratcher is that the wire on the...
Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 3 Dec 2022 19:44:50 -0500
...Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the pressure a bit? I’m guessing there is some adjustment...
Alaska trip tips
Historical mailing list - Rob
Tue, 17 Apr 2007 18:55:46 -0700
I was wondering if anyone would care to offer some tips on traveling to Alaska by VW in the summer. Plan to drive. Tips...
Re: Winter Camping Tips.
Historical mailing list
Wed, 9 Nov 1994 13:56:18 -0800
I think we are all going to need a LOT of tips on how to keep warm at Pfeiffer Big Sur! All hints appreciated...
Re: Windshield washer spray nozzle removal tips
Historical mailing list - Peter Lackner
Mon, 24 Jan 2005 17:55:53 -0800
...Windshield washer spray nozzle removal tips > > Any tips or tricks to removing the windshield washer spray nozzle from the > front of the vanagon? Mine...
Re: cv joint tips
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Wed, 2 Jul 2008 20:08:32 -0400
At 06:26 PM 7/2/2008, Brendan Slevin wrote... >repacking all 4 cv's, [does] anyone have any tips? Wear clothes you can...
Tips on preparing drivers side lock
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 21 May 2016 20:13:19 -0400
Lock repair tips requested. I’ve noticed recently that my driver’s side lock felt different. No clear click feeling when locking and unlocking...
any tips for cleaning throttle body???
Historical mailing list - Ed DeBolt
Mon, 5 Feb 2001 20:03:58 -0800
...any tips on how to do this? any pitfalls? TIA ed
travel tips....
Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
Tue, 19 May 1998 02:19:13 -0700
Just wanted to say I really appreciated the post about the traveling tips. I make it my job, to be prepared myself, but I...
quick tips/tricks re: splitting/assembling 82 aircooled case
Historical mailing list - B.J.R.
Tue, 2 Jun 2009 09:06:04 -0700
This is my third one, but its been a LONG time Can anyone chime in with their best tips for this portion of the...
Busses by the Big Duck
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 12 May 2017 13:24:52 -0400
Hi folks, If anyone has gone to the Busses by the Big Duck or is going this year I could use some tips on...
Tips on Valve Adjustment?
Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
Sun, 25 Feb 2001 10:09:34 -0800
...I've searched the archives for tips, but it keeps erroring out on me. I have my Bentley and my Haynes, which should do...
Replacing Coolant... Tips Anyone?
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Tue, 3 May 94 11:04:32 PDT
...tips out there, maybe they should be added to > that ever-expanding "faq" that exists somewhere near Joel. > > I'd also like tips on...
Re: Safety Tips for Women NV C
Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
Fri, 6 Jul 2001 06:42:13 EDT
...Safety tips for stealth campers and everyday folk, courtesy of my Sis. Note: forwarded message attached. >> George, You may want to resend these safety...
Re: Safety Tips for Women NV C
Historical mailing list - Rachel Cogent
Thu, 5 Jul 2001 21:16:46 -0700
...Safety tips for stealth > campers and everyday folk, courtesy of my Sis. > Note: forwarded message attached.
Adjusting Rear Brakes - any tips?
Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
Mon, 28 Apr 2003 10:54:36 -0700
...I pulled off the drums and moved the shoes outward a bit, but is there an easier way? Thanks for any tips, ...Markus
Fwd: Safety Tips for Women NV C
Historical mailing list - George Wietor
Thu, 5 Jul 2001 19:54:05 -0700
...Safety tips for stealth campers and everyday folk, courtesy of my Sis. Note: forwarded message attached. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get personalized email addresses from...
Cabrio buying tips? - NVC
Historical mailing list - David Maurio
Fri, 29 Aug 2003 13:09:32 +0000
...Was wondering if anyone had any tips on certain things to look at/for? Thanks, D -- David /NJ 85 Wolfsburg Westy "Beatrix" - For Sale...
Re: cv joint tips
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 2 Jul 2008 16:40:11 -0700
...cv joint tips Well, whilst doing the clutch on Totoro, I am also repacking all 4 cv's and treating them to new boots...
Tips on running Speaker Wire to the Back speakers of a 86 Westy?
Historical mailing list - Greg
Mon, 20 Mar 2000 20:40:47 -0800
Greetings Volks, I'm looking for Tips on the easiest most simple way of running new speaker wire to the rear speakers on my...
NEED TIPS ON REAR BEARINGS
Historical mailing list - PNC Allen
Fri, 16 Aug 2002 07:47:01 -0400
...ANY GOOD TIPS ON REPAIRS? THANKS tim allen sends buffalo ny 716-551-5811 U.S. NAVY
Re: Camping tips and tricks
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Fri, 10 Feb 2006 23:10:42 -0800
...Camping tips and Plastic Bags Got this from Phil Zimmerman. Stuff the platic grocery bags down the right side of the back seat in...
Coolant change questions
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:51:31 -0500
...So, How much coolant is in their and how much do I need to purchase to have on hand to refill? Any tips on...
Roadhus - New Travel Book : ROUGH LIVING-TIPS AND TALES
Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
Wed, 11 Jun 2003 09:19:42 -0700
...Unemployment may just go up voluntarily if enough people read ROUGH LIVING:TIPS AND TALES OF A VAGABOND. ### ROUGH LIVING: TIPS AND TALES OF...
Re: more anti theft tips
Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
Thu, 29 Mar 2001 05:04:34 -0600
...more anti theft tips > In a message dated 3/28/01 5:09:15 PM Eastern Standard Time, > chrisdamico@YAHOO.COM writes: > > << i know...
Re: Tips on rear hatch lock adjustment
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sat, 3 Dec 2022 17:56:23 -0800
...My 85 is much easier. > > Can someone give me some tips on what can be tried to relieve the pressure a bit? I’m...
Replacing window screens?
Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:44:22 -0600
...I think that finding a nylon mosquito screen will be fairly easy but I wonder what installation tips someone may have for me....like...
cv joint tips
Historical mailing list - Brendan Slevin
Wed, 2 Jul 2008 15:26:28 -0700
...Dose anyone have any tips? This will not be my first cv repacking, but a first on a Vanagon. Thanks! Brendan Slevin 84 GL...
Re: Camping tips and tricks
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Sat, 11 Feb 2006 09:29:15 -0700
...Camping tips and tricks > > Loren, > > Then where would I store my neatly rolled up tow rope (an obviously necessary > V'gon accessory, since we...
Coolant Flushing
Historical mailing list - A & C Grobey
Sat, 12 Jun 1999 17:11:09 -0700
...I need some tips. I am about to flush my coolant for the first time by myself. What is the best way to catch...
Tips for syncro Starter installation???
Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
Wed, 26 May 1999 11:21:55 -0700
ANybody out there have any tips for the syncro starter install? For instance: Do I really need to remove the axle/CV? How do...
Fw: Gas Saving Tips
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Thu, 10 Mar 2011 06:46:05 -0800
...John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> TIPS ON PUMPING GAS One of the most important tips is to fill up when your gas tank is...
Re: Thinking about adding Ratio rockers
Historical mailing list - Sharpe, Steven (Facilities Planning)
Wed, 30 Aug 2000 09:48:19 -0400
Are there any good websites that explain and have pictures of swivel tips, roller tip, ratio rockers etc. I'm a little confused and...
A.C. causing van to die
Historical mailing list
Tue, 25 Jun 1996 23:31:55 -0400
...Any tips? Is this normal due to the small engine and large requirements of the air conditioner? I would appreciate any tips!!!!
SS header
Historical mailing list - Ed Henckel
Thu, 18 Sep 1997 11:38:15 -0700
...The exhust tips would come closer to the center for me if that were the case. Would the tips clear the tow hook bumper...
Tips for vent wing seal install
Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
Sun, 20 Aug 2000 20:48:20 -0600
...Does anyone have any tips on getting the seal in right? TIA, Drew Bedford 83.5 Westy Park City, UT
Big brake kit
Historical mailing list - BillM
Sat, 6 Mar 2004 09:39:48 -0500
Anyone that has installed the big brake kit from volkscafe? Could you tell me what the washers are for? Any tips on the install...
Headliner Removal Tips?
Historical mailing list - Chris Hinkle
Thu, 30 May 2002 22:35:36 -0500
...Would appreciate if anyone could offer tips/caveats on how to best remove the headliner. Thanks in advance, Chris '87 Tiico Westy _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos...
Ignition Switch Source & Tips
Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
Mon, 19 Dec 2005 09:05:01 -0800
...What is a good brand, source, and are there any special tips for a DIY'er? Thanks Tom Salicos '87 Syncro Westy EG-33
ps rack install tips?
Historical mailing list - Dylan Kahler
Thu, 20 Oct 2005 12:29:39 -0700
...Any tips from listers who've done this procedure? Bentley doesn't provide any clear cut steps, and I couldn't find any thorough...
Re: Thinking about adding Ratio rockers
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Wed, 30 Aug 2000 07:53:45 EDT
...The swivel tips and roller tips are designed to reduce these effects) 9mm Rhino swivel feet $32.95 9mm Rhino 1.25 Rockers $119...
Clutch Adjustment on Syncro
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Gilpatrick
Wed, 5 Jan 2000 08:44:58 -0500
Greetings, Does anyone have some tips or suggestions for adjusting the linkage on a clutch. Mine is wearing down and I thought I would...
Tips/tricks for cool running engine???
Historical mailing list - Mark Bus
Wed, 3 Sep 2003 04:57:20 -0700
...Does anyone have any tips or tricks they know that has helped make their waterboxer run cooler? Thanks... --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free...
Diesel Vanagon For Sale Vancouver BC. Tips?
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Mon, 28 Apr 2014 10:13:13 -0700
...I'm sure I can spot obvious damage to nose, but tips for inspecting that area of body, and-or determining if vehicle was...
Re: more anti theft tips
Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
Wed, 28 Mar 2001 20:08:59 EST
...are there any more tricks and tips on anti theft devises? >> Yeah, a paint bomb filled with Hydrofluoric acid. --Paul--
Want to paint camper roof
Historical mailing list - Tim Talevich
Tue, 14 May 2002 19:34:31 -0500
...I'd like to paint it, and I'm looking for tips: -First, I'm assuming there's no way to restore the current...
Replacing Coolant... Tips Anyone?
Historical mailing list
Tue, 3 May 94 10:35:22 PDT
...If there's any good tips out there, maybe they should be added to that ever-expanding "faq" that exists somewhere near Joel. -Jim...
tips for gas tank replacement in '78?
Historical mailing list - Janet Martinson
Fri, 3 Jun 94 19:25:32 CDT
...Anyone done this before? I'd be grateful for any tips. Mucho thanks, Tim Burnett ('Janet Martinson' of the header is my wife :) )
winshield seal replacement
Historical mailing list
Mon, 04 Mar 1996 16:01:52 -0600 (CST)
...I'm looking for some tips or hints on installing the new seal. I'm sure you guys have done this many times and...
more anti theft tips
Historical mailing list - Chris D'Amico
Wed, 28 Mar 2001 13:53:43 -0800
...are there any more tricks and tips on anti theft devises? someone mentioned a fuel switch a couple of weeks ago.... chris __________________________________________________ Do You...
Oregon beach camping suggestions
Historical mailing list - Mike Kozak
Wed, 16 May 2001 17:21:49 -0400
Heading west for the summer and found the CA beach tips useful. Howzabout some OR beach camping tips? Gonna do some backpacking in OR...
Re: Thinking about adding Ratio rockers
Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
Wed, 30 Aug 2000 16:33:28 PDT
...So, you seem to like Pauter with roller tips more than Rhino with added swivel tips for street use... Do the Gene Berg slider...
traveling to Key West
Historical mailing list - Jean & Steve Kammerer
Sun, 16 Aug 1998 21:30:55 -0400
...Would like any tips on places to stay and places to see along the way. Also I would like to hear of any tips...
CV flange installation tips ?
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:06:16 -0700
...of removing and installing the drive shaft flanges on the gearbox?� Tips and suggestions are welcome! David Marshall http://www.hasenwerk.ca Box 4153...