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Hey!
Historical mailing list
Fri, 4 Apr 1997 03:04:05 -0500 (EST)
...I learned the value of carrying 3 feet of fuel line, a comprehensive CRAFTSMAN tool kit (in the blow-molded case with a few...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 14:29:25 -0400
...New fuel injection lines (they were part of the engine rebuild). New fuel filter and new fuel lines from tank to filter and filter...
'87 Westy FS in NE Ohio
Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
Sun, 12 Aug 2001 23:57:11 -0400
...The owner says.."FS '87 Westy GL, Auto, AC, excellent shape, new engine at 90k, 133 K now, middle seat added, kitchen in like...
Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
Sat, 6 Dec 2014 19:34:36 -0800
...I did most of my work in a >>> large Rubbermaid bin lid lined with plastic. I took a picture every time I >>> did something...
RE: Vanagon Parts Stores
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Thu, 02 May 96 09:12:31 CDT
...Porsche engine kits for vanagons/buses, South El Monte, CA 91733 brake rotors/stainless steel brake hoses (818) 448-8726 for vanagons, 'Panzer Brush...
2.0L Conversion 5K update, longish
Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
Tue, 21 Sep 1999 00:59:19 -0700
...conversion kit and with David's assistance. A few other observations to note, the increased power is reminding me to get the brakes done...
Behind light storage was:vanagon Digest - 20 Feb 2020 to 21 Feb 2020 (#2020-66)
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 22 Feb 2020 10:01:19 -0500
...messages totalling 153 lines in this issue. > > Topics of the day: > > 1. Big empty space just forward of Passenger Side brake light (4) > > > > From...
Re: Eric's van is running again
Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
Tue, 3 Nov 2020 06:23:59 -0800
...There is still significant detail work for > the engine compartment including the charge line for the house battery and > gauge wires for the oil...
Re: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
Fri, 11 Jan 2008 16:36:02 -0500
...He found the source of the oil > leak, one of the lines from an external oil cooler kit we had > installed on the two...
Re: Engines: what to choose
Historical mailing list - M's gmail
Wed, 25 May 2016 20:44:05 -0700
...I do have the big brake kit plus suspension upgrades (springs & shocks) & 15" wheels w/ Nokians, so driving @ 75 mph is 'safe' & I can...
More on Transporter, Caravelle, Multivan
Historical mailing list - Zeidler HelmutNTC-Dusseld.
Tue, 2 Sep 1997 12:32:02 +0200
...They started about 1951 with the beetle, delivered from Wolfsburg as CKD-Kits. CKD were "Completely Knocked Down" Kits in wooden boxes, they were...
Re: 2nd battery Westy questions
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 12 Aug 2005 13:32:07 -0400
...This put my cabin lights, the radio, the cigar lighter, and, due to the way the original wiring is, the brake lights on the...
Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Sun, 19 Jul 2009 22:59:19 -0400
...front 2 >>>> lines connecting to the 2 long hoses (which were good and used them) >>>> with the Gowesty Coolant Hose Repair Kit. ( the two...
Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:06:48 -0700
...drums in the back ( had rust >>> vibes from sitting ) >>> >>> new emerg brake cables and guides >>> >>> new upper ball joints >>> >>> new main coolant pipe from...
Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:08:44 -0700
...I'm driving it to whistler as i write, to work on a freebie engine and the sticky brake ;) Thank you, Jay Lefstein. Sent...
Wombat/Gerbil update
Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
Sun, 19 Nov 1995 09:23:06 -0700
...Understandable, as this is a muffler install kit, not a heater install kit, but mildly annoying none-the-less. Attempt to get the asbestos...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 21:33:38 -0700
...In the 20 years I lived at home we had exactly one mechanical issue on the road (leaking rear brake line). I guess in...
Selling my 82 Diesel Vanagon ASI Camper
Historical mailing list - Jon Sykes
Thu, 11 Jul 2002 13:15:11 -0400
...line of sight Needs bumper 'ends' Fuel tank will weep if it's filled to the brim (Ken at Vanagain has a kit to...
UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:24:44 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, drag links, tie rods. -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
Re: Recommended Exhaust System for '88 Vangon
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Mon, 12 May 2008 21:04:31 -0700
...Don't drive it again until you take care of the fuel hoses > issue. > > You can get hose replacement kits from Ken Wilford at...
stuff, like grab handles and courtesy lights and such ...
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Thu, 6 May 1999 14:30:53 -0700
...i also spliced the ground wire into the passengers door button. -------------------------- high-mounted brake lights: i installed a Hella brake light kit in the...
Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:42:04 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, drag links, tie rods. -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
Re: Eric's van is running again
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Tue, 3 Nov 2020 08:52:00 -0600
...There is still significant detail work for >> the engine compartment including the charge line for the house battery and >> gauge wires for the oil...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 09:30:57 -0800
...vehicle that I love. > > I know that things like brakes, suspension & steering components, drive > line > components, and paint/bodywork should be addressed during the...
Engine Reccommendations-type 2
Historical mailing list
Sun, 24 Sep 1995 22:11:05 -0700
...Whatever y'all do, fix your brakes and suspension first. At least perfect stock brakes, gas shocks, radial tires, 5/8" anti-sway bars...
Re: Best Wheel Weights????? (Advice Needed, Stick-Ons)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 3 Jan 2011 23:57:29 -0500
...the wheel they will hang up on many of >the big brake kit calipers or touch the upright when certain >aftermarket wheels are used...
Re: Engine alternative (inline four) a bit long
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:42:10 -0700
...I did do the normal Vanagon 'new to me' stuff when I first got the > van...Gas lines, filters, pumps, brakes, new rad. new...
Re: [WetWesties] Early Fri. Element pop top little vangaon content.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 25 Nov 2010 13:22:04 -0800
...This Element kit looks like it is sort of along those lines... For what it is worth, we have a friend, older gal, who...
Re: '87 Westy FS in NE Ohio
Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
Mon, 13 Aug 2001 09:39:37 -0400
...He had > installed a middle seat after removing the kitchen equipment. He hadn't > bothered to retrieve the stove/fridge for our inspection; for...
Re: Eric's van is running again
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 3 Nov 2020 15:32:43 -0500
...There is still significant detail work for >>> the engine compartment including the charge line for the house battery and >>> gauge wires for the oil...
Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
Thu, 8 Nov 2007 22:27:58 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, > drag links, tie rods. > > -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed > > -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
Re: Low Mileage Syncro Westy for $6,000?
Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
Thu, 14 Jul 2005 15:51:46 -0600
...battery > 2 battery trickle chargers (wired into shore power) SA "Big Brake" Kit > SA super heavy duty mud flaps > 12.4 gallon aux. fuel...
another story: Africa by bus
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sun, 05 Feb 95 22:19:47 CST
...The brake pad on the front disc brakes from 1971 on should be checked also. (Note: The quickest way I know to find out...
Re: Hybrid Engine Conversion
Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
Thu, 4 Oct 2007 13:37:24 -0400
...Ie a smaller motor, > > KTA EV Conversion Kit #1...suitable for propelling 500 to 1500 lb. > motorcycle or ultralight kit car...at speeds up...
Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
Mon, 12 Nov 2007 17:04:03 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, drag links, tie rods. -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
Re: Trans. Install: Input shaft & clutch splines
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:23:25 -0700
...parking brake on ... >> so as you are conencting engine and trans you can rotate the crank pulley >> a >> little bit to line up splines...
Re: Transmission swap problems: 86 tranny onto 83 engine.
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Tue, 5 Jan 2016 12:54:32 -1000
...I always put the trans in gear, and put the parking brake on. that way, while rotating the engine by the crank pulley ...you...
Re: Remove Brake Caliper: Steering Knuckle Off Vehicle
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Tue, 21 Jun 2016 14:14:02 -0700
...and lines > too, not just rack and PS pump and rez. > It would be handy to just buy the full-length hose kit that...
Re: FS: '91 Syncro SVX Ebay
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Wed, 8 Feb 2006 11:46:32 -0800
...lines, modification to accommodate a/c, SA grill, Ceibie H4s, ProjektZwo fogs, Bilstein shocks, K&N springs, Porsche wheels, wheel adaptors, SA big brake...
Re: Failing clutch master or slave?
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:33:01 -0400
...sleeve kit. While I have the gearbox out I will also replace the slave cylinder and install a stainless steel clutch line. >>> >>> In two...
Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
Historical mailing list - Annie
Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:28:25 -0700
...drums in the back ( had rust > >>> vibes from sitting ) > >>> > >>> new emerg brake cables and guides > >>> > >>> new upper ball joints > >>> > >>> new main coolant pipe from...
Re: Bus Depot Shipping?...Was "order line?"
Historical mailing list - Bill Harris
Fri, 3 May 2002 10:25:59 -0700
...Bus Depot Shipping?...Was "order line?" > Today is May 3rd and I just got my SA Radiator, ball > joint, CV boot kit and window...
Re: Failing clutch master or slave?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:56:19 -0700
...sleeve kit. While I have the gearbox out I will also replace the slave cylinder and install a stainless steel clutch line. >>>> >>>> In two...
'72 Westy FS Milwaukee
Historical mailing list - William A. McKinley
06 Dec 96 23:54:10 EST
...I've replaced virtually all the gas lines (even those on top of the tank), and there's a spare electric fuel pump installed...
Re: Clutch Slave Cylinder Bleed problem (How to replace your slave cylinder)
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Fri, 23 Nov 2001 15:54:54 -0800
...of the brake fluid from both, the hose and the slave cylinder (push the piston back manually). The Slave Cylinder Repair Kit ----------------------------- The slave...
Re: AC High Side - line leak - rubber hose
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Thu, 19 Jun 2008 16:14:29 -0700
A very wise man who may not be able to post to this list uses air brake drier to flush the system before recharging...
Re: An interesting article on gas mileage vs wheel size
Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:56:31 -0700
...You will need proportionately longer bolts up front and longer studs in the rear unless you have a big brake kit with studs in...
Re: Eric's van is running again
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Tue, 3 Nov 2020 09:39:50 -0500
...There is still significant detail work for > > the engine compartment including the charge line for the house battery > and > > gauge wires for the oil...
some stuff i did to my buses ...
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sun, 14 Jan 2001 23:53:35 -0600
...i also spliced the ground wire into the passengers door button. -------------------------- high-mounted brake lights: i installed a Hella brake light kit in the...
Re: lug nuts torque-
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:30:32 -0700
...front just like a Beetle or Split. >>>>> >>>>> Volks Cafe's Big Brake Kit will give you studs on the front too. >>>>> >>>>> Jake >>>>> >>>>> On Fri...
Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sun, 7 Dec 2014 12:22:01 -0400
...I did most of my work in a >>>> large Rubbermaid bin lid lined with plastic. I took a picture every time I >>>> did something...
Re: [WetWesties] Early Fri. Element pop top little vangaon content.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 25 Nov 2010 17:49:19 -0800
...This Element kit looks like it is sort of along those lines... For what it is worth, we have a friend, older gal, who...
Re: AC - Again! '91 Carat
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 23 Jul 2016 10:12:26 -0400
...AC - Again! '91 Carat I have read or heard somewhere, youtube maybe, of using the solution that is used to clean truck brake lines...
Re: Speaking of modifications...
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sat, 6 Apr 2002 01:31:34 -0600
...it's on the camper section of the fiche. -------------------------- high-mounted brake lights: i installed a Hella brake light kit in the rear window...
Re: FW: FIRE!!! (True story from this morning)
Historical mailing list - ffmedic
Tue, 25 Jan 2000 19:17:33 -0800
...I quickly checked my mirrors, flipped on > the turn signal, > down-shifted, slammed on the brakes and literally > careened across three > lanes of rush...
Re: Bus Depot Shipping?...Was "order line?"
Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
Fri, 3 May 2002 10:19:34 -0700
Today is May 3rd and I just got my SA Radiator, ball joint, CV boot kit and window rollers that I ordered April 24th...
Re: Manual trans replacement
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:57:25 -0700
...of the brake � � > fluid from both, the hose and the slave cylinder (push the piston � � > back manually). � � > � � > � � >The Slave Cylinder Repair Kit � � >----------------------------- � � > � � >The slave...
Re: An interesting article on gas mileage vs wheel size
Historical mailing list - Rob
Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:13:29 -0700
...You will need >proportionately longer bolts up front and longer studs in the rear >unless you have a big brake kit with studs in...
Re: Trans. Install: Input shaft & clutch splines
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:46:57 -0800
...parking brake on ... >>> so as you are conencting engine and trans you can rotate the crank pulley >>> >>> a >>> little bit to line up splines...
Re: Bus Depot Shipping?...Was "order line?"
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 5 May 2002 10:43:25 -0500
...Bus Depot order line? > > > > > > Ron-- > > You are most absolutely correct on the last > > order---- > > > > Which was placed, as I was searching for the order...