Little projects…
Volkswagen used the space under the front passenger seat to put the starter battery. It is nice to have it … Continue reading Little projects…
Author: Charlie
I am an agricultural ecologist who found his way into higher education administration...now retired and working on Volkswagens.
Back ordered part is in…
When I acquired the Vanagon it still had the original 14 inch alloy wheels that were typical on the Vanagon … Continue reading Back ordered part is in…
Bring on the heat – Part 3
With the propane line to the heater installed, it was time to open the propane tank valve and check for … Continue reading Bring on the heat – Part 3
Bring on the heat – Part 2
As I had indicated in the prior post…I decided on the specific location of the heater. With the holes drilled, … Continue reading Bring on the heat – Part 2
Bring on the heat…
To help extend our camping season I decided to add a heater to the Vanagon. I ended up going with … Continue reading Bring on the heat…
Being one with your Vanagon…
I was reminded the other day that being one with your Vanagon helps reduce the need to call for the … Continue reading Being one with your Vanagon…
New Injectors
Although the engine on my Vanagon is running fine, I thought it would be good to install a fresh set … Continue reading New Injectors
Lighting things up…
Volkswagen did not do a very good job with making the headlights and taillights very functional (read not very bright). … Continue reading Lighting things up…
Hoping to solve a minor drive train vibration…
I have noticed that between 40 and 45 mph I can feel a drive train vibration. On either side of … Continue reading Hoping to solve a minor drive train vibration…
Putting the Vanagon to Work
Anyone doing restoration work on a vehicle looks forward to experiencing the results of all of the work. We did … Continue reading Putting the Vanagon to Work