Thank you, Dave. �Most pressing problem is getting the GoWesty
license plate light�assemblies, but together and mounted on the
van. �Instrument cluster replacement and other under-dash wiring
is optional as the gauges from the Subaru conversion cover
everything but fuel, so I can remember to fill the tank every 200
miles.

John

-----Original Message-----
From: ddbjorkman@verizon.net <ddbjorkman@verizon.net>
To: vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>, John
Lauterbach <lauterba@bellsouth.net>
Subject: Re: Re: [VANAGON] We're back Questions on fasteners and
instrument cluster
Date: 02/28/2026 09:24:58 AM

 
Hi John.

I hope you get lots of answers.� We need to wake up the list.

As far as your questions, the last one I know something about.�
If you only have problems with the "foil" that connects
everything in the cluster, our vendors (Vanagain Bus Depot
GoWesty etc.) carry wire-based replacements of the foil.� Not
hard to make all the connections, but a shop familiar with
Vanagons can easily change it out.�

If replacing the instrument cluster, are you doing it with the
same year or a different year.� If a different year/model you
will have to change the pins in the master connector.� It takes
some doing but the correct configuration and directions are
available in the archives.� That's what I did when I changed out
clusters to get a tach instead of a clock in a previous Westy.

Good Luck!
Dave B.

 
 
 
On Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:59:32 AM EST, John Lauterbach
<lauterba@bellsouth.net> wrote: 
 
 

 
I keep my '91 Subie Vanagon in my girlfriend's garage 30+ miles
south of Orlando. �Auto parts stores aren't prevalent in the
area. �So perhaps someone can tell me what fasteners I need to:

1. Put back cover that goes over track for sliding door.
�Cover is immediately below rear window on right-hand side.

2. Screws that hold together GoWesty license plate
assemblies and brackets. �It looks like I need metric-size self-
tapping screws or bolts, but where to get same.

I need help with installing new instrument cluster, if available,
or rewiring instrument panel area as well as electric side
mirrors. �I have no problems with paying for work. �I am as
skilled as I used to be.

Thank you,

John

-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Arnott <jr.arnott@GMAIL.COM>
Reply-To: Jim Arnott <jr.arnott@GMAIL.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: We're back
Date: 02/05/2026 10:31:53 AM

Dead power supply replaced. Physical move of the server.

Thanks Tom & Ken.

Jim