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  • Re: Mysterious short circuit
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Sun, 6 Mar 2005 09:59:10 -0700
    ...in the instrument panel is causing the > problem? > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "jimt" <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO> > To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> > Sent: Saturday, March...
  • Re: neoprene front seat covers, side panels too???
    Historical mailing list - Tyler Durden
    Thu, 12 Jan 2006 21:21:05 -0500
    www.wetokole.com sells custom neoprene seatcovers for the '87+ Vanagon. They are very nice, but pricey. On Sun, 8 Jan 2006 17:27...
  • Re: coolant leak after long idle
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Mon, 11 Jun 2007 13:53:36 -0700
    ...vanagon.com/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A2=ind0203C&L=vanagon&P=R28247 m2cw ____________________________________________________________________________________ Fussy? Opinionated? Impossible to please? Perfect. Join Yahoo!'s user panel...
  • Vanagon owner in Denver needs help/shop reference
    Historical mailing list - Westyman
    Sun, 30 May 2004 12:00:58 -0700
    ...She needs an experienced Vanagon person or shop to help out [she's not terribly mechanically-inclined] cleaning grounds, fuse-panel connections, or adding...
  • my vanagon and audi request re-stated
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:45:58 -0700
    ...a vanagon (86 and up, sorry didn't state that earlier, need the newer fuse panel) 2. an audi, (2000 and up) Getting tired...
  • VW van accident killed 17 people
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Sat, 1 Jan 2011 17:49:42 -0500
    ...A VW panel van went head-on into a semi on a highway killed 17 people....... http://www.chacha.com/picture/demographics/people/02FcbqO9n909b...
  • Aux. Wire/Battery Install Pics/Notes
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:45:22 -0700
    ...panel, (though the inline fuses will be fine), but I'm looking forward to trying all this stuff out. Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta...
  • Re: Another C4C vanagon, this time at a VW dealer in Catonsville, MD
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:03:46 -0600
    They removed the awning and left the brackets on the van!?? Holy ---- batman! Hey Sudhir .... go unscrew that small LED panel on the "kitchen...
  • Re: computer help - no vanagon content
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Wed, 7 Jun 2000 18:31:52 -0700
    ...i don't use outlook express, but if you go into control panel and under internet settings, and go to security settins i'm...
  • Re: Was the Vanagon ever available in GREEN?
    Historical mailing list - Dead Flowers
    Tue, 10 Oct 2000 12:54:42 +0800
    If the Army Green counted, I've seen several passenger & panel vanagon that were used by NATO in Germany which were Green. Some of...
  • Interior Panels ...
    Historical mailing list - John Dillon
    Sun, 6 Nov 2016 13:31:12 -0500
    ...know if anyone else sells that stuff? Anyone know how much to order for 1 vanagon … I was thinking about 5 metres … but??? jdd
  • Wont' stop blinking
    Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
    Sun, 5 Feb 2012 10:06:44 -0800
    ...warning light. '85 Vangon Wolfsburg edition. I have done; Full coolant system, new level sensor, new ground to the instrument panel, There must be...
  • Re: LED Reading Light
    Historical mailing list
    31 Jul 96 08:19:39 PDT
    My '80 had a RED color LED for the high beams, drove me crazy until I cannibalized a couple of junker dash panels to...
  • Re: Heat/cooling lever knobs
    Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
    Sat, 20 Nov 2004 17:05:44 -0600
    ...Buy New, ( not a big Dollar item BTW ) or find a donor Van for new knobs. Do NOT use liquid anything on the 4...
  • Re: Storing Van outside over winter???
    Historical mailing list - Dennis
    Wed, 16 Nov 2005 02:00:48 -0500
    ...I have two batteries, left in my winter stored Westfalia (-35C at its coldest) charged by a 15watt solar panel and controller. Six years...
  • Instrument light removal
    Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
    Wed, 11 Oct 2006 19:46:02 -0700
    Folks, 90 vanagon Does anyone recall how the little instrument panel lights pop out of their small square reflectors? eg. the ones that illuminate...
  • Scale Model Busses
    Historical mailing list - CARVER, JEFFREY D
    Fri, 10 Apr 1998 04:41:40 -0700
    ...nerf bars front and rear, twin CB antennas, based on a panel van. This model is molded in color, a lime green, so little...
  • Re: Martha's van mods
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 10 Jan 1995 14:26:46 -0800
    Using a regular household hair dryer, I heated and softened the adhesive behind the contact-type plastic paper which previously lined by interior panels...
  • Re: RARE ITEMS!!! Genuine N.O.S. VW Upholstery, Panels, Interior Parts
    Historical mailing list - Lloyd S. McClelland
    Wed, 1 Dec 2004 10:28:01 -0800
    ...To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2004 9:49 AM Subject: RARE ITEMS!!! Genuine N.O.S. VW Upholstery, Panels, Interior...
  • Re: Aux Battery
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:55:53 -0700
    ...Blue wire comes out of G4 at fuse panel, to connector T2k/2 ("double, behind instrument panel, left"), then to 86 of the battery...
  • Re: Peel and Seal
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Fri, 9 Apr 2010 07:14:36 -0700
    ...some before I put the door > panels back. I dont have long time experience on my vans hinges yet, > so I cannot say how...
  • Freitag? Friday? Joe?
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 19 Aug 94 08:44:27 CDT
    ...91 Vanagon 6 Microbus 23 - Camper 8, Panel 3, Pickup 1, Kombi 9 Bus 63 - Camper 31, Panel 0, Pickup 0 Vanagon 79 - Camper...
  • Re: Shipping bulky items from Germany
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:08:27 -0500
    ...vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com >> *Subject:* Re: Shipping bulky items from Germany >> >> What do you need? I have been importing larger and larger body panels...
  • Re: Funky temp gauge - update
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 8 Jun 2015 00:48:56 -0400
    ...panel ground affects the blinker but not either of the gauges proper. >The LED light was always finicky ever since I >bought the van...
  • Re: Battery dies due to excessive draw on fuse #3 (accessories)
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:53:00 -0700
    ...It has it's own fuse. > Anyone? > > Mike B. > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Tom Forhan" <fourwdvw@YAHOO.COM> > To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> > Sent: Tuesday...
  • Re: Very happy with SEM color coat for color change
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Thu, 5 Feb 2009 22:28:52 -0500
    ...I would love to find a thin piece of bamboo veneer for the panels, to give the Van a earthy feel. Rob NY On...
  • Re: Westy speaker replacement??
    Historical mailing list - Brian Sassone
    Mon, 14 Aug 2000 10:12:36 -0700
    ...that have a threaded ring that hold them to the door panel. The speaker is glued in, but came out pretty easily by gently...
  • Re: Vanagon Hams
    Historical mailing list - jbange
    Fri, 29 Oct 2004 22:22:45 -0700
    ...The side panel on the >drivers side of the vehicle. If you remove the panel, there is a fair >amount of dead space between...
  • Re: Solar panels for your Vanagon..
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 16 Jun 2007 21:56:34 -0700
    ...Solar panels for your Vanagon.. > Hi Don, > > Right on. I can't tell if generator people are oblivious, inconsiderate, > or some mixture of both...
  • The ever changing thread
    Historical mailing list - Bill M
    Fri, 22 Jun 2012 12:47:41 -0400
    The Vanagon is not only a versatile camper it's also one of the only vehicles I have had that is so enjoyable to...
  • Re: Heater/vent control panel/cigarette lighter illuminating lights...
    Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
    Thu, 29 Nov 2001 10:11:41 -0800
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Re: Heater/vent control panel/cigarette lighter illuminating > lights... > > Entity developtrust spoke thus: > >> I've heard of this shrink...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 18 Jun 2011 to 19 Jun 2011 - Special issue (#2011-503)
    Historical mailing list - Reid Erikson
    Sun, 19 Jun 2011 17:59:07 -0700
    ...brown), of which one ran straight to ground behind the fuse panel and the other ran to the T2c/1 connector which goes on...
  • Re: WTB: Vanagon Sunroof Panel
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:21:24 -0400
    ...my buddy bought a Vanagon sunroof van. After cleaning it out, he discovered roof is rotted beyond repair. Does anyone know a sunroof van...
  • Re: Buses/vanagons FS in Connecticut/Northeast
    Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
    Fri, 14 Jun 1996 13:00:03 -0500 (CDT)
    ...wings. ;-) Bob Hufford \\ // YardBusses "Back Yard Busses" \\ \\// // '60 Double-Door Panel \\ \/ // '81 Vanagon L (Sunroof) bhufford@mail.orion.org \\ //\\ // '61,'63,'63,'71,'72...
  • Parts needed for my "new" 82 Diesel Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Ahlgrim, Kevin
    Mon, 8 May 2006 14:21:30 -0400
    ...a sliding door hinge/mechanism, the metal panel cover that goes on the side of the Vanagon to hide the sliding mechanism, a driver...
  • Re: anti-theft for diesel vanagons?
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 22 Nov 1994 15:15:49 -0500 (EST)
    > > >Has anyone considered an anti-theft device for the diesel vanagons? > >I mean, not an alarm, etc? What options are there for these things...
  • Temp covering for body panel rust rot
    Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
    Thu, 3 May 2012 03:35:11 -0700
    ...temp cover up to pass inspection so I can put the van on the road and get it home. �I will be doing a...
  • Jerque du Jour
    Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
    Sat, 23 Dec 1995 14:27:16 -0600 (CST)
    ...The Ugly General Registry Of Ozarks' \\ \/ // '60 Double-Door Panel Volkswagen Enthusiasts \\ //\\ // '81 Vanagon (Sunroof) bhufford@mail.orion.org \\/ \\/ '61,'63,'67,'72 Bus...
  • Re: H2O tank senders solved!
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 7 Jan 2000 15:48:06 -0500
    ...david David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy "Dutiful Passage" '85 GL "Poor Relation"
  • front door window off the track
    Historical mailing list - joshingme
    Mon, 25 Sep 2000 09:00:40 -0700
    91 vanagon GL front door window just dropped like a rock into the door. while driving with the window up It just instantly was...
  • Re: 25mpg city 35 mpg highway in a Vanagon!
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 16:05:50 EDT
    ...Dual AC indeed! I guess a panel with vent holes and switches qualifies for a second AC. He also brags about oversized piston RINGS...
  • anybody able and wiling?
    Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
    Tue, 8 Jan 2002 20:21:40 -0800
    I'm looking for somebody who can purchase the fill panels that fit between the tail lights of the Vanagon. Of course I'll...
  • replacing wiper motor
    Historical mailing list - Lee Kouns
    Thu, 19 Sep 2002 08:06:18 -0700
    ...glove compartment---but I'm worried about damaging the front panel of the van in the process of removing the arm that is attached...
  • polishing the beast
    Historical mailing list - Miller, Ryan
    Thu, 23 Jan 2003 09:28:24 -0700
    ...most of the exterior (still nice and shiny behind the door panels ;). Does anyone know what the best product(s) are for bringing back...
  • year identification
    Historical mailing list - steven brendemuehl
    Fri, 9 Apr 2004 07:42:22 -0400
    ...panels have a silver stripe and the is a clock not a tach. It was watercooled. IF it is for the earlyer vans i...
  • Re: Rust Proofing Recommendations/ slowing rust down / Recommendations in
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Tue, 24 Oct 2006 11:12:31 -0400
    ...Spraying in the > two > holes in the rocker panels only reaches the insides of the rocker panels, > not > above UNLESS the top of the...
  • No Start Scenario
    Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
    Fri, 13 Mar 2015 19:42:26 -0700
    ...ind1111a&L=vanagon&D=0&F=P&P=5168 > > > While I have not had time to pull the fwd main fuse panel and inspect...
  • Re: Where does Hella relay go?
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Hartman
    Sun, 23 Aug 2009 13:19:04 -0800
    ...up in > Vanagons. Used as a general purpose relay position in other VW models > that use the same fuse/relay panel. It has a...
  • euro taillight filler panels Re: Necessity is the muthah (or) Euro Trim
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 6 Dec 2005 20:32:05 EST
    ...mount on the back panel. > Total Cost including paint = $18USD > > Final Result pic at: > http://www.weidefamily.net/vanagon/Pending_Content/BodyWork/VanagonwBackEnd > USTrim...
  • Re: in van hands free cellular install
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Thu, 5 Apr 2007 11:22:55 -0700
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Sent: Thursday, April 5, 2007 2:04:27 PM Subject: Re: in van hands free cellular install An easy place...
  • Small smart charger with equalize mode?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:04:38 -0700
    ...on float when the van is not being used. But this weekend when I did set up the panels for an equalization cycle I...
  • 85 Vanagon camper subi
    Historical mailing list - Edward Barger
    Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:31:06 -0800
    HI I will be selling my 85 Vanagon westy camper with a 92 Subaru engine Body and interior in good condition but not perfect...
  • Re: Solar Panel: Charge Controller & Vents
    Historical mailing list - Mark C
    Tue, 6 May 2008 16:22:09 -0700
    ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Solar Panel: Charge Controller & Vents > Excellent advice from Dennis. I can say firsthand that the Odyssey batteries are not...
  • Re: Airhead Parts, Ventura CA
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:30:28 -0700
    ...Rust repair panels are often expensive and not available here. > > > BenT > > sent from my electronic leash > > On Mar 31, 2011, at 10:35 AM...
  • Re: About them Norcold refrigerators
    Historical mailing list - Otmar
    Tue, 12 Jul 2005 17:19:25 -0700
    ...On my Van I run 150 Watts of solar panels on a roof rack. In the desert some months ago it was maybe in...
  • Re: Replacing front upper body panel?
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Thu, 31 Jan 2008 14:40:08 -0800
    ...Replacing front upper body panel?> To: > vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> > Yes, I have done this. Not easy. I found one > the same color at...
  • Re: black plastic clips for the rear air vents Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
    Wed, 11 Nov 2015 19:30:14 -0800
    ...black plastic clips for the rear air vents Vanagon > Sent by: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com> > > > > UP the coast on the beach...
  • repost of previous post (65' Van in Toronto)
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 11 Apr 1995 17:54:19 -0400
    ...Van is aftermarket camper conversion of what was originally a non-walk thru panel van. Body is in "good" condition. There is rust (holes...
  • Re: Full Westy vs Weekender
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Sat, 17 Mar 2012 10:31:41 -0700
    ...who loved my Vanagon!) and I don't know why I didn't buy one 30 > years ago! Made every panel on my new...
  • Vanagon Clutch Pedal Rebuild - 87 Camper
    Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
    Fri, 19 Jan 2001 09:53:24 -0500
    ...The Bentley says to remove the instrument panel to remove the pedal assembly while the Haynes says to remove the instrument panel, dashboard and...