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• Check out Nuplex Building Products: Waterproofing: Bituthene
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Thu, 25 Mar 2004 18:23:17 EST
  Click here: Nuplex Building Products: Waterproofing: Bituthene Copy Search or paste? Nuplex Building Products: Waterproofing: Bituthene I'm pretty sure the link wont go...
• Re: Westy Canvas waterproof?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 24 Jun 1998 07:52:23 -0100
  > How waterproof is the canvas in my '79 westy? Also, what can I do to make > it optimally waterproof, i.e. any suggestions of...
• OEM rubber covered waterproof crimpon connectors
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Tue, 12 May 2015 17:34:14 -0400
  ...the starter and fuel pump? It seem stupid to use non waterproof ones. I am having problems with 5 year old connectors and the...
• Westy Canvas waterproof?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Brant
  Wed, 24 Jun 1998 03:43:20 -0700
  How waterproof is the canvas in my '79 westy? Also, what can I do to make it optimally waterproof, i.e. any suggestions of...
• Re: Waterproofing Canvas A No-No
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Nov 94 13:03:22 EST
  Derek mentioned the problems with waterproofing canvas (makes the canvas unbreathable and makes the upstairs of the camper pretty clammy), and reiterated that canvas...
• Re: Waterproofing Canvas
  Historical mailing list - Michael S. Nichols
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 17:46:59 -0400
  ...Do not use Thompson's waterproofing (which CAN be used on canvas, is sold at Home Depot) unless you protect all surrounding surfaces from...
• Re: OEM rubber covered waterproof crimpon connectors
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 12 May 2015 23:08:27 -0400
  ...OEM rubber covered waterproof crimpon connectors Where can I get the oem style of rubber covered connectors that cam on the starter and fuel...
• Re: Westy Luggage Rack Cargo Bag - Rola 59102
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:39:52 -0500
  I had a similar bag from Cabela's -- designed for an ATV rack and billed as waterproof. It wasn't waterproof and after a...
• Re: Tire Holder?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
  Thu, 1 Apr 2021 19:57:45 -0700
  ...keeps things dry by using waterproof storage containers inside the tire ring, rather than attempting to construct a waterproof box. I have to admit...
• Re: Waterproofing Canvas
  Historical mailing list - Barb Cotton
  Wed, 30 Mar 2005 04:02:06 -0800
  ...TEMiller I got the spray on waterproofing at a tent and awning place. Just another option. Barb 83 Westy Never regret. If it's...
• Re: cheap source for 12V SAE connectors for solar panels?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 9 Dec 2012 16:42:22 -0500
  ...Connectors for Solar Etc. >I'm using these: ><<http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/category/116/Cables-2-Cond.-Waterproof/1.html>http...
• Westy Poptop Canvas - Experience with Grangers or Nikwax waterproofing?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Guttman
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 09:11:54 -0700
  ...top canvas.� Has anyone tried using Nikwax or Grangers cotton/canvas waterproofing on your canvas and if so, what were the results?� In addition...
• Waterproofing Canvas A No-No
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Nov 1994 06:12:10 -0500
  ...This will cause moisture to build up in there since waterproofing will make the water hard to get out through the canvass. I have...
• Re: Water Proofing
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Prescott
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 20:17:00 EDT
  ...Forget about waterproofing altogether! We just weathered a torrential downpour with NO LEAKS anywhere. OK, the windshield leaked, but that's another story. The...
• Re: Tire Holder?
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Thu, 1 Apr 2021 20:06:02 -0700
  ...keeps things dry by using waterproof storage containers inside the tire > ring, rather than attempting to construct a waterproof box. > > I have to admit...
• Re: RUST HOLE
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Stewart
  Tue, 28 Sep 1999 13:32:47 EDT
  ...Harder to work with but waterproof. >> Yes, it is, but Bondo is a brand name, but has become the generic term applied to all...
• Re: brush-on canvas waterproofer?
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:00:29 -0400
  Our friends had never waterproofed their canvas on their 90 Westy, and while camping a few weeks ago out east, during all the rain...
• Waterproofing the pop-top canvas
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sat, 21 Apr 2007 10:30:35 -0700
  We applied a coating of Nikwax (for tents) on Sat @ Everybus and it helped -- but didn't waterproof completely. I think interior humidity was...
• Re: bursh-on canvas waterproofer?
  Historical mailing list - The Westy man
  Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:27:02 -0700
  ...bursh-on canvas waterproofer? I'm not really worried about leaking; I just would rather the water bead up and roll off so I...
• adhesives
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Jul 1995 12:35:39 EST
  I just touched up the "poorfessional" (NOT!) job on my headliner. I used the waterproof "liquid nails" stuff- SFSG..... christian
• Re: Which Type of Grease Lasts 20 Years?
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:35:10 -0500
  ...The motorcycle guys love it for it's waterproof properties. Looking forward to your chassis grease findings after a winter of slogging thru the...
• Westy Waterproofing Question - Anyone Try Nikwax?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Guttman
  Mon, 15 May 2000 23:05:23 -0400
  ...on leather boots and 'tired' laminate clothing (Ultrex) with great results - waterproofing renewed and nearly bombproof. (http://www.nikwax-usa.com/) I'm tentatively...
• Re: Solar Panel outdoor electrical connect
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 1 Jul 2011 07:14:06 -0700
  On Thu, 2011-06-30 at 21:44 -0800, Troy wrote: > I don't believe their connectors are > waterproof. I may opt to use...
• Westy Canvas waterproof?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Thu, 25 Jun 1998 10:59:54 -0300
  Hi All, The fabric doesn't need waterproofing!! It seals up when humidity is high, watch how the canvas will tighten/rain-proof as...
• Looking for a cargo bag
  Historical mailing list - Gilles H Turmel
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 18:47:35 -0400
  Hi, I’m looking for a waterproof cargo bag for an 89 Westy Syncro. Any suggestions? Best regards. Gilles Turmel
• Re: Solar Panel outdoor electrical connect
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sun, 26 Jun 2011 06:43:11 -0600
  Yes, I was unclear. I was referring to the 'waterproof cover.' Miguel Controversial, revolutionary signature line removed as requested........
• Re: RUST HOLE
  Historical mailing list - Todd Thompson
  Tue, 28 Sep 1999 12:54:58 EDT
  Bondo is bad -- fiberglass with proper metal prep is good. Harder to work with but waterproof. Todd T 84 Westy Washington DC
• Re: Westy Canvas waterproof?
  Historical mailing list - harald.nancy
  Wed, 24 Jun 1998 16:01:22 -0700
  Roger wrote: > How waterproof is the canvas in my '79 westy? Also, what can I do to make > it optimally waterproof, i.e. any...
• re ev poptop raincover
  Historical mailing list - Rick Gordon
  Wed, 3 Sep 1997 00:15:21 -0700
  ...From this I was thinking about attaching anything from a cut >and fitted shower curtain to an insullated/waterproof curtain of some >sort. The...
• Water Proofing
  Historical mailing list - Ed Goodrow
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 15:16:49 EDT
  Does anyone have any suggestions/recomendations on waterproofing my Westy's canvas. The canvas appears to be original and doesn't shed water very...
• Re: Poptop Canvas
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Mar 1996 16:59:42 -0500
  Check your local camping equipment store, there are many quality re-waterproofing fomulas available designed specifically for tent canvas that would be a bit...
• cleaning the canvas
  Historical mailing list - Fran�ois V�zina
  Thu, 22 Jun 2000 13:12:51 -0700
  ...I want to clean it carefully and then put some waterproof treatment. Question 2: How can i treat the canvas to make it waterproof...
• Re: Waterproofing Canvas A No-No
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Nov 94 10:08:32 PDT
  ...repellent. >This will cause moisture to build up in there since waterproofing will make >the water hard to get out through the canvass. >I...
• Mailing List Post
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Wed, 27 Oct 1999 22:32:57 -0700
  ...The existing canvas seems very soft, absorbant and quite a bit less than waterproof. It soaks up a lot of water if it gets...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 16 May 2005 (#2005-397)
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Wed, 18 May 2005 11:07:29 -0600
  ...for waterproofing things-it seals right up when you put a roofing nail thru it! I have used it as a waterproofing layer for...
• Re: bursh-on canvas waterproofer?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Duntz
  Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:41:24 -0400
  ...bursh-on canvas waterproofer? > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > The tent being vertical, you will have no leak ever even if its not a...
• Re: cheap source for 12V SAE connectors for solar panels?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 9 Dec 2012 11:38:56 -0800
  ...I'm using these: < http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/category/116/Cables-2-Cond.-Waterproof/1.html > from that source. Best prices...
• Re: Followup to last month's "Thar I was"
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Fri, 28 Dec 2007 02:06:42 -0500
  "Something waterproof"--you mean like a zip-loc bag? One of those might do the trick though I'm not sure how you'd...
• Re: Waterproofing the pop-top canvas
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Ensing
  Sat, 21 Apr 2007 22:02:58 EDT
  ...We applied a coating of Nikwax (for tents) on Sat @ Everybus and it helped -- but didn't waterproof completely. I think interior humidity was...
• Re: Westy Luggage Rack Cargo Bag - Rola 59102
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:23:11 -0700
  ...It wasn't waterproof and after a couple of > annoying ezxperiences I threw it in the garbage bin at a campground > while muttering bad...
• Re: Waterproof window sealant?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Layton
  Sun, 04 Dec 1994 08:43:41 -0400 (EDT)
  If I understand this thread correctly,... I just use any clear silicone caulk, prying the rubber up a bit with a popsickle stick and...
• Waterproofing Canvas
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Wed, 30 Mar 2005 12:25:30 +1000
  ...I am looking for suggestions as to an effective waterproofing agent for canvas. While brand names are welcome, the fact that I am on...
• Re: Assorted Westy (1991) questions
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Tue, 26 May 1998 20:48:32 +0000
  ...Regarding your canvas tent.. *don't* waterproof this tent fabric!!!!!! This fabric breathes, and requires NO additional waterproofing. The canvas (100% cotton) fibres swell...
• Re: Friday - ANother Reason to love Go Westy
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 1 Mar 2013 13:08:46 -0800
  But is this Neumann waterproof? Can i use it when I sing in the shower? tim in san jose -- Where ever you are, there...
• Re: Looking for a cargo bag
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 19:17:17 -0700
  ...Supposed to be waterproof. If I had used a pillowcase, at least the water would have drained out! Fail. Karl Wolz Sent from my...
• Re: Dyeing or Painting Canvas
  Historical mailing list - Sean Solowiej
  Wed, 21 May 2003 13:34:35 -0400
  ...Someone else told me that dying it would disable the waterproofing, but I didn't care since the screen windows were always open now...
• Re: Seeking "Ice Guard"
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Thu, 16 Jun 2005 15:48:28 -0700
  Per Bob Villa's web site: " Peel & Seal <http://bobvila.com/%7Esearch/articlead.php?http://www.mfmbp.com/> is a self-adhesive roofing / waterproofing...
• Re: Followup to last month's "Thar I was"
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Fri, 28 Dec 2007 13:52:55 -0800
  ...I think I would get a waterproof plastic box, like the kind river runners keep valuable goodies in, make a nice hole the grommet...
• Re: rainfly
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sun, 3 Feb 2008 01:23:05 -0500
  ...Have sprayed it with waterproofing spray but its never worked that well. A fly is the best option for me when camping in the...
• non vanagon topic, technical question, acrylic vs polyurethane
  Historical mailing list - mark
  Tue, 11 Nov 2003 18:35:04 -0800
  can anyone say whether a polyurethane spray or an acylic spray is more durable for outdoor usage, waterproofness, and also the more flexible... thanks...
• Re: Waterproofing Canvas
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 29 Mar 2005 23:41:32 -0500
  ...can >advise... > >I am looking for suggestions as to an effective waterproofing agent for >canvas. While brand names are welcome, >the fact that I...
• Re: bursh-on canvas waterproofer?
  Historical mailing list - The Westy man
  Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:22:20 -0700
  ...bursh-on canvas waterproofer? I would like to put some water repelant on my poptop canvas. The canvas was there when I bought the...
• WTB: Frnt floor mats (waterproof)
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 26 Feb 2001 12:45:16 -0700
  I am looking for a vendor that sells a vanagon front set of floor mats that have a rubber backing. That will hold grease...
• Re: Fridge Insulation Redo?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 19 Aug 2010 18:32:53 -0400
  ...If you want one that's definitely extremely waterproof, get a chunk of the stuff they make for pier floats and similar. Try to...
• Re: Looking for a cargo bag
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 19:05:34 -0400
  ...gilles.turmel@SYMPATICO.CA> wrote: > Hi, > I’m looking for a waterproof cargo bag for an 89 Westy Syncro. Any suggestions? > Best regards. > Gilles...
• Re: skylight velcro adhesive Weldwood
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Tue, 1 Jun 1999 18:10:00 -0400
  ...Weldwood is waterproof and extremely strong. Be sure to follow directions on its use exactly. HK
• Re: Luggage rack and poptop
  Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
  Tue, 30 Jul 2002 18:29:02 -0500
  Speaking of the luggage rack, does anyone have a source for the "perfect" waterproof box or maybe bag for up there? All the boxes...
• Re: O2 Sensor 85 motor to 87 motor compatibility Question.
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 29 May 2005 09:50:23 EDT
  ...on from your old one) is $39, or $20 more including a Bosch waterproof splicing kit. >> Ron, Which Bosch universal OXS is this? George
• Re: back up lights options
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 4 Jul 2018 12:30:43 -0700
  I use one of these wired to the taillight https://www.amazon.com/Light-Northpole-Waterproof-Off-road-Mounting/dp/B01EJWB40Y/ref=ya_od...
• shower for a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Tue, 3 Sep 2002 22:34:14 -0700
  ...Includes 2.5 gal collapsible water container, submersible pump, waterproof battery box (4-D cells), 7' hose and shower head. Water can be turned...