PDX VANAGON/DOKA/WESTFALIA ~Monthly Westravaganza!~

FrankenSubySyncro · Posted: Thu Jun 20, 2013 3:53 pm Post subject:

Hello PDXers, I am turning 40 on Saturday, July 13th and am having a party at my house in Camas, WA that evening. Very Happy

We will be grilling out, have a keg of home brewed beer, and a bonfire. Bring any additional home brew you may have.

I am inviting all of my vanagon friends to come over and party with me. Other vanagon owners welcome also.

Depending on the weather, we may also do a tour of the Yacolt Burn state forest which is 6 miles from my house on Sunday. It will be 2wd friendly but also have a few play spots for syncros. There are some great views of Portland from the top of Larch mountain.

Camping is available, I am guessing I have room for about 20 vans maybe more.

Send me a PM for directions, RSVP, and to reserve a camping spot if needed.
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1987 Franken Syncro (converted 2WD auto)
2004 2.5 SOHC Subaru
F & R lockers, decoupler, SS, 6.17 R&P
Trans Cooler
EMPI race prepped 930 CVs and axles
Bilstein coilover front, rear ProComp MX-6066R shocks, 14" hypercoil springs
30x9.5 15" BFG Muds
Custom skid plates
Nose job (custom front bumper) http://www.flickr.com/photos/subyvanagon/sets/72157624970330925/

Jahbah · Posted: Fri Jun 21, 2013 5:43 pm Post subject:

Hey-o pdxers

We're stepping out into the woods and figured I give a last hooraw for the Argyle winery gtg. There will be a tent and large indoor area in case of passing shower. Come around at one or later, we will be hanging out throughout the afternoon. Games wine and tours. Bring beer if thats your style, I'll probably be drinking beer too! The address is 691 hwy 99w Dundee oregon. We will be in the second parking lot on the Sw side of the winery. Come one and all.
Cheers
D
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= '86.5 SuperWestySyncroSubyWeekendermobileagon =
Bueno.
Jahbah~D

plummerdesign · Posted: Fri Jun 21, 2013 10:28 pm Post subject:

Jeff E,

Them crazy doors…
Have you removed the slider panel to look at the release cable yet? If you do, then take the time to remove, clean and lubricate the cable plus all working parts. There is a locknut on the cable- which if loose will not allow the door to open easily.
Another item that causes problems is the (ancient pot metal) outside slider handle. When they are near breaking off; the door will become harder to open because the thru-pin does not turn the latch release enough.
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Everything has to be ‘right’ for the cable action to do its thing.
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I have done this repair on both of my 1984’s, so can be of some assist.
Heck, I have even created a tool to remove the plastic panel clips without destroying them or the wallpaper (on the panel).
Cheers,
Jeffery
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(Westfalia travel / camping videos at YouTube link below)
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It is old and green and it makes me grin.
1984 Westfalia 1.9

guggenheim · Posted: Sat Jun 22, 2013 6:27 am Post subject:

markz2004 · Posted: Sat Jun 22, 2013 7:41 am Post subject:

local van;

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3883470581.html
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, 16" wheels

maketrax · Posted: Sat Jun 22, 2013 12:12 pm Post subject:

Tishamingo

but I will actually passing through Dundee early in the morning as I head to PDX to go root on the Timbers tomm afternoon. Worked on the van today, changing the fuel lines from a kit I had had since last July from Van Cafe.

First time I have taken it on, long story short, I made some bad cuts not compensating for the inch I took off when taking the hoses off the fuel rails Was wondering if anyone has any extra fuel lines in their garage or anywhere. I will more than likely order some more to finish the return line and up to the fuel pump but would like to at least be able to see if I have any leaks.

Have fun tomorrow guys and gals!

childofthewind · Posted: Sat Jun 22, 2013 9:14 pm Post subject:

Have fun with grapes tomorrow, y'all. I wish I could join you instead of working!
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Welchmaster · Posted: Sat Jun 22, 2013 9:19 pm Post subject:

Dustin

My wife and I will be there! Thanks
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90 2wd Orly Blue Multivan weekender. "Van-Duzer"

"Further up, further in!"

carterzest · Posted: Sat Jun 22, 2013 11:51 pm Post subject:

malibu · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 9:31 am Post subject:

What are the rules with wineries and small children (2yr old)?

21 and up only?
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85 full westy - 2.2 suby - Sold

Jahbah · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 10:37 am Post subject:

Thanks for posting a map zest.

Kids are no problem! We just can't put them to work due to labor laws Laughing

Look forward to seeing everybody!
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'87 Westfalia Weekender + '86 Syncro Tintop +'02 Impreza 2.5RS
= '86.5 SuperWestySyncroSubyWeekendermobileagon =
Bueno.
Jahbah~D

plummerdesign · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 11:34 am Post subject: Westfalia slider panel removal

If you are removing the OEM slider panel on a 1980-1984 Westfalia, it is a given that the plastic panel buttons are going to break.
Hedge your bet by ordering new ones from Bus Depot and then make this handy button removal tool.

Image may have been reduced in size. Click image to view fullscreen.

It starts with a simple plastic sheetrock mud spreader.
Drill out a 5/16” hole, 3/4” in from the front edge (centered).
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Then cut the V-keyway with a RotoZip, Dremel or similar tool.
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To finish, sand and taper the cut edges so they bevel. This makes the tool slip in behind the button head with ease. There should be no sharp edges anywhere on the spreader face, so as not to harm the door skin wallpaper.
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To use the tool, take a small flat screwdriver and gently lift one edge of the plastic button. This allows the spreader to slip in underneath. Work the spreader side to side until it catches the offset of the plastic button- then it will side under completely.
Twist and lift. Unless the buttons are sun damaged or broken they will come right out and be re-useable. (Some may fail; good thing you ordered the ones from Bus Depot!)
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http://www.plummerdesign.com/westfalia/westfalia-door-panel-button-removal.pdf
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NOTE: Sorry for bad photos. Was doing the task and only half-heartedly shot the images with one hand.
Cheers,
Jeffery
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(Westfalia travel / camping videos at YouTube link below)
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It is old and green and it makes me grin.
1984 Westfalia 1.9

jkidd152 · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 5:48 pm Post subject:

Jahbah D gives an awesome wine tour!

Caption contest?

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Welchmaster · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 7:07 pm Post subject:

Dustin, thanks for having us out today. the wine and people were both great!

a few shots:

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90 2wd Orly Blue Multivan weekender. "Van-Duzer"

"Further up, further in!"

carterzest · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 7:40 pm Post subject:

BitterBeerFace · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 8:46 pm Post subject:

It was a fun winery gathering! Nice to meet everyone Smile

I was mentioning how weird it is for someone from MN to see any vans, especially older ones on the road... saw these two in the same Fred Meyer's parking lot in Multnomah village on the way 'home'!

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1989 Full Camper, great-great-aunt's since brand new!

carterzest · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 8:59 pm Post subject:

Saul Koll · Posted: Sun Jun 23, 2013 11:42 pm Post subject:


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