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Alternative storage by removing upper bed
In a message dated 11/15/1999 10:38:45 PM Eastern Standard Time,
garyc@... writes: Subj: [ev_update] Re: Eurovan Pop-Top Rattle??(snip) Since we use the upper bed so little and seeing Gerry Edge's approach ofGary - Does removing the bed mean detaching the forward (folding portions) of the board by removing the hinge and leaving the rear (stationary) board in place? I am assuming that the area underneath the stationary board, if easily accessible, is not suitable for storing linens. When you leave the upper bed in place as designed in transit, do you feel that the bed acts as a sound deadener and thermal insulator between the roof and the EVC interior? Bill Armstrong, EVC Speculator '71 Econoline (home brew camper) '93 Tracer Wagon |
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Re: Eurovan Pop-Top Rattle?? Thanks!!!
Rick Gordon
At 11:25 PM -0800 11/16/99, kgkirkley@... wrote:
A hearty thanks to everyone for your responses.There's a few on my web site, although i haven't updated it lately. -rick |
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Re: EVC Pop-Top Insulation Tip
Wael ElSakka
Steve,
I am also interested in buying for 1999 EVC. Please let me know "roughly" what the cost might be. Thanks. -Wael sklashle-@... wrote: original article: While I was in Germany last month, I met with an Italian company thatmakes the window insulation kits for the EV. They offer the cab windowset, which includes the windshield and drivers and passengers windows. Theyalso have a cover for the rear window.side windows.quilted material, but does not have the reflective layer to it. They stockthe kits for the Westfalias, and can custom make the Winnie tops if I get thema template.so what I propose is a group purchase. I would like to make an initial orderfor at least 10 of each set, and would pass these kits on to anyone whowants them at very close to my cost.are until they arrive. If these are shipped by parcel post, they can arrive atmy door. Other times I get hit with duty charges at the post office.sides made on plastic sheeting.Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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Re: High Altitude Fridge Kit-Again
On my 95, the additional vent was mounted below the original vent on the
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flat surface. It is well out of the way of the seam, there is no sealing problem and the fridge now works at high altitudes. Joel Funk wrote:
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Re: EV: Dealer mechanics/Canadian dealer
Wade Punch
Chris Noeske wrote:
I'll agree that it that would be frustrating, our EV is a 3rd vehicle forIf my EV could have remained as a 3rd and extra vehicle, I would not have sold it. I found that most of the problems are caused by mechanics that don't knowI think you are right about this. In the case of my manual shifter problem, while I think the mechanic was intending to be very thorough by ordering all the associated parts so that they could all be replaced efficiently at one time, I am not convinced I actually needed all of them. So I was the one who got shifted, I mean, shafted. Allot of the dealers, that don't care. The first dealer that I found whoSome of us might want to know who this dealer is, and the number, address, etc. |
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Re: Customer appreciation/Reliability & Cost Efficiency
Wade Punch
Sicvw@... wrote:
I appreciate your input but to think that a company like Toyota appreciatesYou have a point. I am in the midst now of trying to convince the Toyota dealer to replace a carburetor that is only 9 months old and under warranty. But the dealer (who did not install it) is telling me there is nothing wrong with it, and I know better. The problem is, the problem comes and goes, and they are not willing to drive it enough to see the real problem in action. Moreover saying that youMaybe what I was implying was, some of the rest of you are more patient than I to deal with some of the idiosynchrosies of the EV's. Sure, we all want reliable cars, but some of us may be more tolerant. As for cost efficiency, if money were no object and I had an overabundant supply, I would not care about the cost. But that is not the case with me. We all want reliable and cost efficent cars but unfortunately not everyYou are basically right; however, in the EV's case though, if you were a subscriber to the "original" EV Update newsletter, you would know there has been a high incidence of A/C failures, and for the most part VW has refused to help many people, outside the warranty. I maintain this system in particular, was poorly designed and they should take more responsibility than they have. The current fuel line situation seems to be a very serious issue, and it appears from this group's postings, that VW once again is not too concerned. I hope they are. (They should be) I would think being the 3rd largest automaker (I thought they were #2, who is 1,2, and 3 now?), you would have a fair amount of cash you could afford to give up. Maintaining good will seems to be a foreign concept to VW, I think the Japanese (notably Acura & Lexus) and Saturn would tell you it contributes toward customers remaining happy and coming back to buy more vehicles. But i likeYes, they do have character and the styling is continually improving. I am still not convinced wholeheartedly about the reliability, though. The dealer network still has a lot of room to grow. ISince 1970 I have driven and/or owned numerous VW's. The first was a Karmann Ghia, then a '69 Camper (non pop-top), then other Ghia's (hardtops & convertibles), a Thing, a Squareback, a '71 Camper Pop-Top, a '80 Rabbit diesel, a '82 Jetta, a '84 Vanagon Camper, a '90 Vanagon, and of course, a '93 EV GL. So you may see, to sell my EV in January was not an easy decision. Economics played a large part of the decision. I still own a '83 BMW R100 motorcycle since new, so I still have German blood in me. I have driven only BMW's since 1970 also. Wade |
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Re: Bilstein shocks
John Waterman
Steve,
Prices vary widely, but I purchased mine through Checker Auto (had to be special ordered) for $86 each. Retail is about $135. John STEVENHF@... wrote: Please tell me where and how much for the Bilsteins for an EVC-- mailto:jwwaterman@... John Waterman Parker,CO |
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Re: High Altitude Fridge Kit-Again
John Waterman
Kent,
Can't give you a direct reply to your question, but I do know that in most cases Winnebago had also picked up the cost for the dealer to install the kit. John kgkirkley@... wrote: I posted this question a week or so ago and got no responses.-- mailto:jwwaterman@... John Waterman Parker,CO |
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Bug Guard for 2000 Eurovan
Eckhard Rolz
Team Degenerate wrote:
VW dealers have the bug gaurd - I blieve they run $70 USD?? Kinda$70 is exactly what a Chevy dealer charges for a bug guard for a Chevy Astro. In a German magazine I saw a clear plastic foil that can be applied to the hood and perhaps the top of the rear bumper (where mine is scratched). I have thought about "coating" my hood but is so scratched and chipped that any new chips don't matter. I think J.C. Whitney carries some sort of foil like that. I also read in a US car magazine (the one that tested the new Mercedes 4x4) that this stuff can be professionally applied. They had it done to their Mercedes before they drove it to Alaska. Eckhard |
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Re: EVC Pop-Top Insulation Tip
Sounds interesting to me. If I can swing the cost then I would buy.
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From: Zaborenko, Alex, NPG [mailto:azaborenko@...] Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 1999 3:00 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: EVC Pop-Top Insulation Tip For a decent price I'll buy one Alex -----Original Message----- From: Sklashley@... [mailto:Sklashley@...] Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 1999 1:10 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: EVC Pop-Top Insulation Tip While I was in Germany last month, I met with an Italian company that makes the window insulation kits for the EV. They offer the cab window set, which includes the windshield and drivers and passengers windows. They also have a cover for the rear window. These covers attach with suction cups and are the quilted reflective insulation material. You can also buy the bulk material and make your own covers for the side windows. They also have insulation kits for the poptop canvas. This is also a quilted material, but does not have the reflective layer to it. They stock the kits for the Westfalias, and can custom make the Winnie tops if I get them a template. I would like to start importing these kits for EuroVans and Vanagons, so what I propose is a group purchase. I would like to make an initial order for at least 10 of each set, and would pass these kits on to anyone who wants them at very close to my cost. The difficult part of this is that I won't know what all the costs are until they arrive. If these are shipped by parcel post, they can arrive at my door. Other times I get hit with duty charges at the post office. I will estimate a worst case cost and post the details. Any volunteers for making the poptop pattern? I will need all 4 sides made on plastic sheeting. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Looking for the latest consumer electronic gadgets or computer equipment? eBay has thousands of audio equipment, computer games & accessories. You never know what you might find at eBay! -- Create a poll/survey for your group! -- ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Looking for the latest consumer electronic gadgets or computer equipment? eBay has thousands of audio equipment, computer games & accessories. You never know what you might find at eBay! -- Easily schedule meetings and events using the group calendar! -- |
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Re: Bug Guard for 2000 Eurovan
Team Degenerate
VW dealers have the bug gaurd - I blieve they run $70 USD?? Kinda
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pricey but I'm not shocked anymore. I never imagined owning a vehicle I would want a bug gaurd on until I got into the crazy EV world. I now have a bug gaurd ;-) -Bill karmann_ghia_registry@... wrote:
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Re: Bug Guard for 2000 Eurovan
Chris Noeske
There is one shown in the accessories catalog, available at the VW dealer.
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The catalog has prices listed in it. The price for the hitch, was in line with what I paid for mine. -----Original Message-----
From: karmann_ghia_registry@... [mailto:karmann_ghia_registry@...] Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 1999 5:04 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Bug Guard for 2000 Eurovan I have had a 2000 Eurovan for two months now. It has the center separate seats which are great and the tinted glass. I would like to get a bug gaurd for the front as I now have to nice stone chips. Does anyone make one? Jeff ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Looking for the latest consumer electronic gadgets or computer equipment? eBay has thousands of audio equipment, computer games & accessories. You never know what you might find at eBay! -- Easily schedule meetings and events using the group calendar! -- |
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HIGH TECH POPTOP RATTLE SOLUTION
I used two tennis balls (we used green ones), one in each front corner of the
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roof when closed. That's what worked for us. No more rattles from the pop top. Wala. Jim 95 EVC S. Arizona << n a message dated 11/14/99 11:57:20 PM Eastern Standard Time, kgkirkley@... writes: When traveling on rough roads (paved or otherwise) my '97 Eurovan> Pop-Top makes a lot of noise as if it wasn't locked down. I'm always > very careful about how the pop-top fabric is folded and that the > pop-top is latched. I think some of the noise may be coming from the > bed-board rattling overhead. > Has anyone else experienced this and how did you treat it??? > Kent Kirkley > '97 EVC >> |
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Re: Spark Plug Wires - VR6
I dunno about the VR6, but new wires for my 1990 Passat were $185.00 AFTER
the local Napa guy's "I feel sorry for you because you own a VW" discount. You might check out some of the suppliers in European Car magazine. Neuspeed may have some really good 8mm wires for less than the local parts house or VW Dealer may charge. 800-423-3623 or www.neuspeed.com German Parts & Restoration also has some low prices. 800-321-5432. |
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Exhaust Systems
DANIEL R HERBERT
Hi EV'rs!
My 1995 Eurobago is losing its factory exhaust system on the installment plan. The tailpipe just fell off the muffler. Any suggestions of Canadian aftermarket sources for exhaust bits - I am loathe to pay VW prices. TIA Dan ---------------------- DANIEL R HERBERT Manager, Computer Services Faculty of Dentistry University of Toronto dan.herbert@... |
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Re: EVC Pop-Top Insulation Tip
Zaborenko, Alex, NPG
For a decent price I'll buy one
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Alex -----Original Message-----
From: Sklashley@... [mailto:Sklashley@...] Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 1999 1:10 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: EVC Pop-Top Insulation Tip While I was in Germany last month, I met with an Italian company that makes the window insulation kits for the EV. They offer the cab window set, which includes the windshield and drivers and passengers windows. They also have a cover for the rear window. These covers attach with suction cups and are the quilted reflective insulation material. You can also buy the bulk material and make your own covers for the side windows. They also have insulation kits for the poptop canvas. This is also a quilted material, but does not have the reflective layer to it. They stock the kits for the Westfalias, and can custom make the Winnie tops if I get them a template. I would like to start importing these kits for EuroVans and Vanagons, so what I propose is a group purchase. I would like to make an initial order for at least 10 of each set, and would pass these kits on to anyone who wants them at very close to my cost. The difficult part of this is that I won't know what all the costs are until they arrive. If these are shipped by parcel post, they can arrive at my door. Other times I get hit with duty charges at the post office. I will estimate a worst case cost and post the details. Any volunteers for making the poptop pattern? I will need all 4 sides made on plastic sheeting. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Looking for the latest consumer electronic gadgets or computer equipment? eBay has thousands of audio equipment, computer games & accessories. You never know what you might find at eBay! -- Create a poll/survey for your group! -- |
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2000 MV seating (European Model)
I have a few new images up on my web page including a scan from the German MV
brochure showing the removable / reversible middle seats. I have also moved the parts book images to this page including the 5 cyl fuel line diagram. The German EV has tracks in the floor that allow multiple arrangements of the middle and rear seats. This is the same setup that the Westfalia model has except the tracks are located in a different position. The MV model I saw at the auto show in Frankfurt had a Westfalia plate on the lower panel on the rear seat. The floor is not carpeted, but has a rubber material with square bumps in it that is placed over plywood. The tracks are cut into the floor of the EV and the level with the top of the raised plywood floor. This is a handy arrangement, but the tracks quickly fill up with dirt. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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