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• Re: Continuing saga of symptoms imitating vanagon syndrome--85 westy
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 18 Jun 2005 10:38:39 -0700
  ...coil,swapped hall > control,wiggeled wires,wiggeled ignition > switch,checked all over for vacuumn leaks, > gapped throttel switch,put a new return spring > on...
• Re: FYI: Rear Brake Hardware Kit
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Tue, 3 Oct 2006 16:03:15 -0400
  ...caused a failure in the brake shoes by releasing the little coil spring that jammed the shoes and BENT the adjustment spreader. which is...
• Re: anyone have a photo or exploded diagram of the wiper stalk/switch?
  Historical mailing list - Tim King-syncrowesty
  Sat, 9 Jan 2010 19:09:33 -0800
  ...a hole >> between the two slots to hold a very small coil spring that shoves the >> moving contact against the fixed ones. �Exact specs...
• Re: [Syncro] Paging owners of syncro.org springs...info needed
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 18:19:38 -0700
  ...how the spring was built--thickness of steel, number of coils, spring rate, etc. I could build a lot of different springs with the...
• Re: Propane Expert Eye Needed: Supply Line To Dometic Fridge (pics)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:50:03 -0700
  ...a coil out of |soft copper. Granted no 90* bends, but no flat spots save for where it |was tweaked w/o spring. It...
• '72 Starting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Wed, 31 Aug 1994 09:53:16 -0700 (PDT)
  ...The juice flows from the top of the cap (coil wire) thru the rotor and to the indiviual cylinders, and there was no break...
• Re: [Syncro] Paging owners of syncro.org springs...info needed
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 19:16:04 -0700
  ...how the spring was > built--thickness of steel, number of coils, spring rate, etc. I could build > a lot of different springs with the...
• 2WD Prototype Springs - Day 2 (long)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Sat, 9 Jun 2001 17:18:10 -0700
  ...I only have a couple years experience with Vanagons, but this has happened to every progressive coil spring that I have ever seen on...
• Re: Robert Ueltzen Harsh suspension
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 4 Feb 2015 17:28:22 -0600
  ...Can coil springs become > work-hardened through years of use and lose their elasticity? If so, any > recommendations for a source of good replacements...
• Re: Syncro bad handling problem
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:01:29 -0700
  ...car to take advantage of doing this - usually each coil spring has an adjsutable spring plate so you can fine tune things. That's...
• Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 17:38:43 -0500
  ...coil green label .5 - .8 ohm - coil grey label: .6 - .8 > ohm > secondary ressistance: coil green label 2400 - 3500 ohm - coil grey > label: 6900...
• Re: [Syncro] Paging owners of syncro.org springs...info needed
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 21:03:27 -0500
  ...how the spring was >built--thickness of steel, number of coils, spring rate, etc. I could build >a lot of different springs with the...
• Re: bus?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 9 Jan 2008 18:44:57 -0800
  ...Vanagons have coil springs, they have rack and pinion steering, most of them have 'real heaters' etc. Thirdly. Buses were named and called 'VW...
• Syncro Shocks, an update/lo
  Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
  Wed, 27 Aug 1997 10:03:43 -0600
  ...He also offers reinforced coil springs for the T3 syncro. Auto Seikel GmbH Herr Peter Seikel Industriestrasse 5 D 63579 Freigericht Phone: +49 - 60...
• Vanagon Winter Storage and or annual inspection
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Fri, 8 Oct 2010 14:16:37 -0400
  ...Springs, Spring mount and Shocks ___ _____ Check shock absorber action (bounce test) and component leaks ___ _____ Check CV joints, 2 tight 360' turns each way. Any...
• Re: The Berg and springs
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 19 Apr 95 00:32:47 CDT
  ...it to an earlier vanagon, and hand-wire it to the coil and power/ground (instead of needing that printed-circuit foil in the...
• Re: Stabilizer bar assembly needed.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 10 Nov 2013 08:35:36 -0500
  ...Stabilizer bar assembly needed. > > I found a broken stabilizer link when changing the coil springs. -- Neil n Blog: tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http...
• Re: Shock advice
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Fri, 6 Dec 2002 17:25:43 -0800
  ...Actually any damper (the > shock-absorbers are the SPRINGS, not hydraulic > units) can be rebuilt by rebuilding > specialists. Probably improved too, by using > heavier...
• Re: Vanagon shocks and coils spring
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 9 Feb 2005 13:03:28 -0500
  Um. Tire pressure? If you are running at 48psi, you'll have a much harsher ride than at say 36psi... On Feb 9, 2005...
• Re: Trip Report (Boulder SVX motor purchase)
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 15 May 2011 10:20:43 -0400
  I vote for the coil wire. It reminded me of the time my 72 Beetle developed a mystery miss at above 65 mph. Off...
• Re: Shocking Dilemma...
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Fri, 20 Sep 2002 08:27:20 -0400
  ...I run springs with one coil collapsed, same tires and anti sway bars as well. I ran the Bilsteins for almost a year and...
• Re: SYNCRO.ORG a Non-Profit?
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 13:42:36 -0800
  ...pages and > hundreds of links that make up syncro.org that are > "commercial." The "Parts" page, the "OME" page and the > "Coil Spring" page. >
• CIS problems AGAIN!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Feb 1996 19:01:10 -0500
  ...I've double checked everything, including installing a new coil and wires. Set the timing to specs. Check fuel injectors and seals. One of...
• Re: Spring question - help needed
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 9 Jan 2007 08:04:52 EST
  ...You've got the wrong springs if they are shorter than the OE springs you just yanked outa the Van. Unless-- the coil windinga...
• Re: 85 vanagon with a saggy butt
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mikkelson
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 13:33:01 -0700
  ...is an add-on helper air bag for inside the rear coil springs. Check out the web page, they list VW Vans as one...
• Vanagon Custom Coil Springs: Production Date and last Call
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Fri, 7 Sep 2001 15:23:35 -0700
  ...I only have a couple years experience with Vanagons, but this has happened to every progressive coil spring that I have ever seen on...
• Re: Traction
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Tue, 4 Sep 2007 10:03:10 -0800
  ...Clamped the coils and released the shock, > then dropped > >the A-arm, making some room at the top of the spring to add two...
• Re: [Vibrations at 2600, 3600 rpm]
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 22:32:33 -0800
  ...So far, we have had the > rear CV's replaced, the fronts repacked, the passenger front coil spring > replaced, the power steering lines replaced...
• Engine cutting out
  Historical mailing list - Adam Brooks
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 16:13:16 -0500
  ...I suspect an ignition-related item (Hall sender, coil, etc.), since the tach drops immediately. after the problem occurs, the Vanagon can sit at...
• Re: Vanagon shocks and coils spring
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Thu, 10 Feb 2005 12:22:25 -0600
  ...Bus Depot <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM> wrote: >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>>>>But...my front and rear coil springs are sweaky. >>>>> -What causes this? >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>Most commonly a front suspension squeak...
• Re: poor cornering - too much sway (tire update)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 23 Sep 2004 22:24:10 +1200
  ...If a T3 has a fractured coil it could easily be drooping... look for an obvious change in the coil angle (you'll need...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 21:40:43 -0500
  As many have already offered you most likely broke a spring. This is becoming a common occurrence as these springs are well past there...
• Re: TACH SIGNAL-Please elaborate
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 29 Oct 2001 19:41:23 -0800
  ...Just a simple 14 gauge wire (insulated) is all you need to carry the signal from the #1 terminal on the coil to the...
• Re: propane copper tubing 3/8" type K , rigid or soft
  Historical mailing list - Roman Haag
  Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:06:47 -0400
  ...Refrigeration-Coil-Pipe-D-06020PS/202287075 It's also available in 10' lengths. It's soft, and you can use a spring type tubing...
• Rear suspension help
  Historical mailing list - Data Services
  Mon, 27 Sep 2004 22:29:47 -0400
  ...swing I am pretty sure, and the other end carries the coil spring, lower shock mount, I think the axel/wheel mount or what...
• Re: Rear Springs and Bushings and Steering Rack
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 27 Oct 2022 21:44:50 -0400
  ...GW Springs without any lifting or lowering "0" https://gowesty.com/products/gowesty-rear-coil-springs-2wd?variant=41253778522277 > Any thoughts or experience on...
• Re: Vanagon Front Suspension?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 16:32:47 -0800
  ...the control arm > bushings and steering linkage check outfine !! IT NEEDS A SERIOUS TOE IN , > MAYBE THE MAIN COIL SPRING IS SACKED OUT!!? I...
• Re: Trip Report (Boulder SVX motor purchase)
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sun, 15 May 2011 11:18:22 -0600
  ...I zip tied this away, then began checking this and > that. > > I found the coil wire was just barely on the coil. It went...
• Re: stripped stud hole
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Tue, 24 Oct 2000 20:19:20 -0700
  ...Plus, most kits come > with several > springs/coils > > so you have one for next time! > > > > Joe > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "Bradley Flubacher" <flubach@HOME.COM...
• Re: coil over springs / V6anagon chronicles
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 28 Dec 1995 04:14:45 -0500
  ...I manage a FLAPS down here in sunny Florida and I was looking for a pair of coil over shocks for my '72 Sportmobile...
• Syncro Heavy Duty Shocks And Springs
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Wed, 06 Aug 1997 11:46:16 -0400
  ...He also offers reinforced coil springs for the T3 syncro. Another adress you could try is: projektzwo Herr Rissmann Saarburgstrasse 13 D 86899 Landsberg...
• Rear Springs and Bushings and Steering Rack
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Thu, 27 Oct 2022 19:48:49 -0400
  ...GW Springs without any lifting or lowering "0" https://gowesty.com/products/gowesty-rear-coil-springs-2wd?variant=41253778522277 Any thoughts or experience on...
• Re: Need oil ring for 2.1 standard bore
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 08:38:44 -0500
  ...I should have been using the long, smooth spring steel coil that you ratchet onto the piston. That would not allow the various openings...
• Results - Tach installation & more questions
  Historical mailing list - David Maurio
  Sat, 6 Sep 2003 16:55:27 -0400
  ...not going to the coil? How does the speedometer work? My question is, does it matter what the spring tension is on the indicator...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 9 Feb 2005 - Special issue (#2005-129)
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 9 Feb 2005 17:54:16 -0700
  ...Vanagon shocks and coils spring > >> Um. Tire pressure? If you are running at 48psi, you'll have a >> much harsher ride than at say...
• Re: Air lift best rear spring bags
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:25:22 -0400
  ...The bags are very tough & will expand up & down to fill the coil >> space even though it looks like the seams should be perpendicular...
• Re: testing a fuel pump (long)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 11:41:18 -0700
  ...Regardless of the polarity, the solenoid coil produces a magnetic field that causes the armature rod to plunge out and that in turn pushes...
• Clutch housing rebuild questions (searched archicve) + small report
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Fri, 8 Sep 2006 16:24:59 -0400
  ...I will check clutch springs for probs though. Release shaft has slight fore/aft play in DS bearing and what I can see on...
• Re: short, sudden, recuring loss of power
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 23:19:48 EDT
  ...Either spring for a new set or exchange them one at a time with a known good wire, trying out the van each time...
• Re: Aux Heater-Do I Feel Stupid!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 2 Dec 2007 12:05:36 -0800
  ...BEFORE resucitating this heater you must disable the spark plug by unplugging the coil to observe any fuel leaks safely. If no fuel leaks...
• A sharp metallic SNAP...
  Historical mailing list - Peter Eaton
  Fri, 09 May 1997 08:46:35 -0400 (EDT)
  ...short (10 in.) S-shaped vertical rod in front of the coil spring....doesn't seem to be a part of the primary suspension...
• Re: A modern Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - alan barber
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 12:45:26 -0500
  ...The rear suspension looked like Vanagon >trailing arms, coil springs, etc. Wouldn't be too hard to throw a rear >engine set up in...
• Re: Syncro Shocks, an update/lo
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Tue, 2 Sep 1997 18:00:39 -0400
  ...He also offers >reinforced coil springs for the T3 syncro. > >Auto Seikel GmbH >Herr Peter Seikel >Industriestrasse 5 >D 63579 Freigericht >Phone: +49 - 60...
• Re: Vanagon Winter Storage and or annual inspection
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 8 Oct 2010 13:23:29 -0700
  ...Springs, Spring mount and Shocks > > ___ _____ Check shock absorber action (bounce test) and component leaks > > ___ _____ Check CV joints, 2 tight 360' turns each way. Any...
• Re: Tightening Door Mirrors?
  Historical mailing list - Tony Polson
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 18:23:46 +0100
  ...Inside the mirror bracket is a coil spring and nut. The nut needs to be tightened to stiffen up the tension. If you tighten...
• Re: Stranded Rock Springs, WY
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 8 Aug 2011 15:24:28 -0700
  ...I didn't just fill up, and have been using 87, but did just come > down from higher elevations to whatever Rocks Springs is...
• Re: Spring Cleaning an Aircooled Motor
  Historical mailing list - sleepingmonkey1
  Wed, 19 Mar 2003 20:23:44 -0500
  ...So my question is do I just wrap up > > the Alt, > > coil and ecu and get some engine degreaser and have at it with...
• Re: refridge flame blowout
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 May 1996 22:04:18 -0700
  ...This eletro magnet restrains a coiled spring that's trying to close a gas valve door. This gas valve door controls the flow of...
• Re: Vanagon/Porsche Project Pictures
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 9 Jul 2003 07:03:41 +1200
  ...Our T3 buses have coils. And in T1s & T2s the torsionbars are perfectly adequate, though they might need turning a notch. Coils in a...
• Re: poor cornering - too much sway (tire update)
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Wed, 22 Sep 2004 08:22:31 -0500
  ...Also check the coils for breaks ! > Do the check in all four corners, a loose front end is many times > the result > of rear...