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  • Copyrights / Compilations
    Historical mailing list - coyote
    Mon, 6 Apr 1998 17:52:17 -0700
    ...Any profits from list compilations go exclusively towards the management and operation of the Vanagon mailing list and vanagon mailing list web site." I...
  • O2 sensor +
    Historical mailing list - Austin
    Sat, 26 Jun 1999 23:58:39 -0700
    ...These materials can then coat the sensor surface with contact cleaner and destroy or alter proper sensor operation. Do not use contact cleaner or...
  • AFM operation query was Re: MAF Sensors and the Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:23:02 -0500
    At 01:49 PM 12/6/2010, John Rodgers wrote: > Has anyone any new information about using/developing a MAF sensor for >our beloved...
  • VW For Sale
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 15 Aug 94 11:29:40 EDT
    ...everyone who sees it can't believe it's an '82. Operational stove, frige and sink. Interior is in excellent condition as well. Removable...
  • my dealership croaks
    Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
    Wed, 27 Aug 1997 10:58:35 -0300
    ...by Customs on both sides of the border in a 'combined operation' Offhand I'd say they looked in the trunk. bye folks, Tim
  • no low fan speed
    Historical mailing list - Rob & Lrae Winterkorn
    Thu, 6 Apr 2000 10:36:46 -0500
    It appears that both my vans after a long winter of not needing fan operation have cooked the resistor. High speed fan came on...
  • Re: windshield washer don't work
    Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
    Mon, 6 Mar 2000 12:44:43 EST
    ...Simulate operation of the washer function on the assembly and note where the contacts are touching. Use an ignition points file or fine emory...
  • (No VC) Canon Powershot A50
    Historical mailing list - PSavage
    Thu, 10 Aug 2000 20:29:03 -0700
    ...If anyone has one that is like new & fully operational & wants to sell-- Please P-mail me immediately. Thanks, Phaedra '85 Westy-Wolf "Hester"
  • fresh air/heat sliders
    Historical mailing list - Jeannette and James Hayden
    Wed, 9 May 2001 09:37:25 -0700
    ...don't have an owners manual - could >someone kindly explain the operation of the fresh >air/heat sliders? Those 4 kinda make sense but...
  • split window on craigslist
    Historical mailing list - Marc Sayer
    Wed, 14 Dec 2005 10:52:11 -0800
    ...062956) Board member - Western States Great Dane Rescue Association Director of Operations & Training - Deaf Dane Rescue Inc. Springfield, OR USA My Homepage - http://gracieland...
  • Re: Bleeder Valve Poition
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Wed, 9 Jan 2008 14:45:36 -0500
    That valve is opened for bleeding (counterclockwise) and shut for normal operation (clockwise). Mike '84 GL 7 pass '84 Westy '84 Westy (parts donor...
  • Re: Suburban Type Furnace Install;
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:59:29 -0400
    ...For the Vanagon I like the Propex due to the small size and quiet operation. The compression fitting should be replaced with a flare...
  • Re: Dometic Fridge woes
    Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
    Sun, 15 Jun 1997 01:03:17 -0400
    ...On high flame operation, you >should hear a pretty good rumble in the vent plate if you get ;your ear >somewhat close. My other...
  • Water Temperature Light
    Historical mailing list - Michael Hart
    Thu, 8 Feb 2007 18:01:25 -0800
    ...Normal operation: when I start engine from cold, light flashes for several seconds & then goes out (it behaves this way most of the time...
  • Re: The Clock is always troublesome
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 20 Dec 2014 04:46:12 -0500
    ...seeing fusing of the copper foil it's been caused by a short circuit, not anything remotely related to normal clock operation. Yours, David
  • Vanagon list status
    Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom (Antler Properties)
    Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:45:28 -0400
    ...Hopefully, 24x7 operation will happen by Wednesday. Thanks for your patience, TomC Tom Carrington Antler Properties, LLC http://www.AntlerProperties.com
  • Re: Hydraulic valve lifter noise on '85 GL
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 8 Apr 1999 22:10:45 -0400
    ...My valves often will >make a very loud, hard, knocking noise for the first 20 (or so) minutes of >operation. Do you use Fram...
  • Vanagon crewcab on eBay ...
    Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
    Tue, 25 May 1999 14:36:58 -0700
    ...Engineer (916) 394-5302 - phone Sacramento Operations Center (916) 815-0762 - pager Apple Computer Inc.
  • Re: "True" speed with BFG 27 x 8.5 tires
    Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
    Mon, 8 May 2000 11:16:13 +0100
    ...Engineer +353-21-284316 WW Operations Apple, Cork, Ireland.
  • Re: hiccups/hesitations-update-new AFM
    Historical mailing list - Tony Thompson
    Wed, 3 Jan 2001 15:18:11 -0500
    ...The van has never missed again in 15000miles and 2 years of operation. The original air filter was clean, I never did try and...
  • Re: Idle Stabilizer
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 22 Jan 2003 01:27:16 -0500
    ...It's a power resistor and undoubtedly expects to get hot in operation -- notice how they mounted it clear of the board so [the...
  • Re: Stalling at stop lights
    Historical mailing list - James Benthall
    Thu, 28 Apr 2005 10:40:40 EDT
    John, Is that 1500 rpm figure when the AC is in operation on a parked car at idle? I'm thinking part of problem...
  • Re: westy kitchen operation
    Historical mailing list - Katherine J. Maas
    Wed, 10 Aug 2005 22:51:51 -0700
    Well, I�ve had my Westy for 7 years now and I never knew how to use the city water hookup! But maybe that...
  • Re: 2.1 WBX Warm Start Troubles
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 19 Nov 2016 20:02:27 -0500
    ...But vacuum leaks ought to give lean operation at idle, not rich; so even though this needs solving I don't see it as...
  • Re: Help, Radio Locked
    Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
    Sun, 6 Jun 1999 22:22:14 -0400
    ...Now the radio frequency will appear in the display and the radio is ready for operation. ***** If you do not have the code, I...
  • Re: What VW says about the flue cover
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Sun, 28 Jun 2015 19:36:22 -0400
    ...What VW says about the flue vent cover: >> >> TechTalk Bulletin Refrigerator Operation >> >> Flue Vent >> --Cover the flue vent only when washing the vehicle. The...
  • Re: 90 Westy Skipping
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 2 Aug 1996 12:06:17 -0400
    ...Check the operation of the throttle position switch. It's supposed to close at idle and near full throttle. If it doesn't close...
  • wiring diagrams - correction
    Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
    Tue, 20 Aug 1996 06:31:51 -0700
    Y'all weren't finding the wiring diagrams because of an oh-so-subtle type introduced during my cut-and-paste operation in my...
  • How Exactly Does the Vanagon Automatic Know When To Shift?
    Historical mailing list - Scott DeSanti
    Sun, 30 Aug 1998 03:31:11 EDT
    ...Does the tranny shift due to rpms or vacuum or what? And how do I check it for proper operation? Any info is greatly...
  • Re: Engine conversion possibilities,Was: Westfalia and "Weekender" Differences?
    Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
    Tue, 24 Aug 1999 09:28:30 -0700
    ...Engineer (916) 394-5302 - phone Sacramento Operations Center (916) 815-0762 - pager Apple Computer Inc.
  • rear window wiper
    Historical mailing list - Tony Gould
    Tue, 8 May 2001 23:50:48 -0700
    ...Also, since I don't have an owners manual - could someone kindly explain the operation of the fresh air/heat sliders? Those 4 kinda...
  • Re: Syncro TDI double cabs!? I want one!
    Historical mailing list - wb6otg
    Thu, 18 Apr 2002 12:36:38 -0400
    ...and sealed for life" >Ahhh, marketing....never confuse sales with installation/operation, right?? >I do love my syncro, but wouldn't exactly call it...
  • Veggie powered 82 FS on craigslist
    Historical mailing list - Marc Sayer
    Thu, 17 Nov 2005 11:45:27 -0800
    ...062956) Board member - Western States Great Dane Rescue Association Director of Operations & Training - Deaf Dane Rescue Inc. Springfield, OR USA My Homepage - http://gracieland...
  • tested Oxygen Sensor, and...
    Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
    Fri, 16 May 2008 17:53:21 -0400
    ...Does this mean my engine is never entering closed loop operation? If so, what are the standard things to check, since the O2 sensor...
  • Re: electrical question - ignition switch
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:02:11 -0400
    ...Mike Dennis Haynes wrote: > BTW proper operation is the switch doesn't engage until the key is turned, > then it should stay closed until...
  • RE: Border Patrol operation
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Mon, 01 Apr 1996 16:00:00 -0800 (PST)
    ...And will they sell the busses back to the public >when the operation is done? > >Anybody else heard anything about this? But seriously, folks...
  • Hatch lock
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Tue, 11 Oct 2016 13:50:01 +0000
    ...If that is broken or has simply come unscrewed from the end of the lock cylinder, that would prevent operation. The others are correct...
  • Re: Headlight Operation
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Mon, 30 Sep 2013 23:01:30 -0700
    Last time I checked DOT regulations do not allow the high and low beams to operate at to same time. BenT sent from my...
  • Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
    Historical mailing list - marc rose
    Sun, 18 Mar 2012 08:54:10 -0700
    ...rest of the ceramic and reinstall but was not sure how it would affect the overall operation of the engine. Any thoughts?? Thanks Marc
  • Re: Print your parts
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Fri, 20 Aug 2010 14:12:17 -0700
    ...Print your parts | |You are seriously misled if you think that the printer spits out an |operational assembly with moving parts. Those would all...
  • Re: TDI engines availability
    Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
    Wed, 25 Feb 1998 18:36:45 -0500
    ...different fuel injection system and pistons, optimized for continuous low rpm operation. They may meet EPA regulations, but are most likely not approved since...
  • Re: screen saver
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 9 Jun 2000 09:44:04 -0700
    ...Engineer +353-21-284316 > WW Operations > Apple, Cork, Ireland.
  • Re: cam breakin'
    Historical mailing list - pensioner
    Wed, 19 Mar 2003 06:28:34 -0800
    ...Those first few minutes of a cams operational life determine a lot about how long it will last... To which I mumbles ... Perhaps, perhaps...
  • Re: List question - Time to reconsider the ban on posting photos?
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 12 Aug 2014 10:10:08 -0500
    Why not just let those who own the list (pay for its operation) do what they have been doing -- providing us with an excellent...
  • Re: Afraid to enjoy the ride?
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Sun, 21 Apr 2013 12:34:18 -0500
    ...So drive the thing! Maintain it, keep it serviced, keep it operational and it will serve you well. Mine does. John On 4/21...
  • Re: Carburettor Set Weber 44 IDF VW Wasserboxer 2,1
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Tue, 31 Jul 2012 21:54:07 -0500
    ...Makes operation in nasty weather that much more >> miserable. >> >> John > > I thought that was considered good for the mixture. Thirty-something > years ago I...
  • Re: Fw: Virus Warning!
    Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
    Wed, 21 Mar 2001 17:14:29 +0000
    ...Engineer +353-21-4284316 WW Operations Engineering Apple, Cork, Ireland.
  • Re: Group Purchase: Headlights 7" round. Interest??
    Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
    Tue, 9 Apr 2002 21:26:14 EDT
    ...One nice thing about dealing with them (or him, as it seems to be a one man operation) is that shipping is at cost...
  • weekender interiors FS.. was/Re: westy to 7 or 9 passenger?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 21 Apr 2003 13:18:23 EDT
    ...Is this a fairly straightforward > operation? Any recommendations or people out there willing to trade? > I'll be keeping the poptop... > > aaron in western...
  • Re: was fav 12 V acc, now 2nd battery relay system
    Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
    Tue, 20 Feb 2007 11:33:59 -0500
    ...The BATTERY SEPARATOR has two basic operational characteristics: ASSIST IN ENGINE STARTING When the starter is activated the BATTERY SEPARATOR compares the voltage of...
  • Red Line products on-line
    Historical mailing list - Steve Frisbee
    Wed, 21 Apr 1999 06:24:05 -0700
    ...Only downside was limited hours of operation. Steve Frisbee _________________________________________________________ DO YOU YAHOO!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
  • Re: Cat question again
    Historical mailing list - Karl M
    Wed, 19 Apr 2000 10:21:09 -0400
    ...Never gut a catalytic converter that is in good operational condition. The only reason you might get away with it is if the cat...
  • Re: Sears disaster- BOZO's heh (F)
    Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
    Fri, 25 May 2001 09:57:40 -0400
    ...Engineer +353-21-4284316 > WW Operations Engineering > Apple, Cork, Ireland.
  • Bracket that holds the slave clutch cylinder
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
    Mon, 17 Feb 2003 09:24:32 -0800
    ...Looking at the slave > cylinder when in operation, the bracket moves upwards about 3-5mm. > It is the part of the bracket that sits...
  • Re: Starting woes again
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Thu, 17 Mar 2005 16:32:18 -0500
    ...I am told that the windings, shaft and berrings, ect, all become magnetic when in proper operation.Never tried it myself on a vanagon...
  • Re: Wheres Waldo (EGR or no EGR)
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 6 Dec 2003 20:50:08 -0500
    ...In theory, exhaust gas is inert and that is the basis for EGR operation. During normal operation, some exhaust gas is routed into the...
  • Re: why does everyone treat the list vendors as "BAD GUYS"???
    Historical mailing list - John Reddick
    Fri, 27 Jan 2006 21:05:13 -0500
    ...Many of these vendors are 1 man operations. A few are not. I like to patronize the vendors who have helped me out, which...
  • Re: Arduino and Vanagons-idle air valve PWM.
    Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
    Sat, 16 Nov 2013 15:05:56 -0800
    ...But knowing the typical outputs at critical operational conditions will help us to ensure that the new circuit design matches the performance of the...
  • Re: Suburban Type Furnace Install;
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:31:48 -0400
    ...One hour of >operation is 2.8 amp-hours, size your aux battery accordingly. Also worth considering: the Atwood/Hydroflame furnaces are only 75...
  • Re: Syncro Westy --- locking rear diff.
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 26 Apr 1996 20:17:08 -0400
    ...lines and the operation of the solenoid, they all work >fine. It seems that the shaft is frozen or siezed. Does anyone have any...