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5- and 6-cylinder VW vans
Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
Wed, 24 Jul 1996 11:49:36 EST
...It is possible, but please do not use the lowpowered Diesel transmission system. Another solution will be the Porsche transmission, but this is not...
Re: New engine decision and break-in questions
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Mon, 2 Jan 2006 13:11:31 -0800
...The > repair included some unusual items (motor mounts, bad distributor and > a failed ECU, and a requested transmission service) that bumped the > price up...
Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Sun, 9 Feb 2014 10:50:33 -0800
...as engine noise-vibration is somewhat arrested at the engine and transmission mounts, but have to ask. Neil. On 2/9/14, Dennis Haynes...
Re: Bump bump bump
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:00:54 -0700
...9:37 PM, Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com> wrote: >> >> >> >> Engine and transmission mounts? >> >> >> >>>> On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 6:55 PM Skip Laubach...
Re: Dan's Diesel Rebuild Part 6
Historical mailing list - dieselwesty
Fri, 28 Sep 2001 13:42:12 -0400
...It had no head, and the transmission had > been removed. The engine was teetering on two motor mounts. It turns freely, > and there is...
Re: Stock 2.1 in NC
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:04:19 -0700
...I'm guessing that the 2wd engine mounts are completely different. The rubber mounts that I have may fit both versions and the muffler...
Compare & Contrast: Diesel Westy vs. 2.1 WBX Westy
Historical mailing list - Sam Payne
Sat, 14 Jun 2003 19:37:58 -0400
...a 50 degree installation on diesel mounts using a diesel bellhousing and flywheel AND preferably a diesel transmission (either ratio). I found Frank Grunethaner...
Re: ..... Can't get first or second gear.
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Fri, 21 Feb 2014 11:27:09 -0700
...SecuredProperly to their MountPoints ( Especially the one Nearest the TranyEnd that Mounts to the Trany) ~ ORR ~ DeanB On 21 Feb , 2014, at 9:53...
Swap update
Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
Fri, 8 May 1998 21:27:48 EDT
...Replaced oil seal and with a little RTV the new Diesel/boxer transmission is together in no time flat. Anyone need a good diesel...
Re: Shifting when hot
Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
Thu, 28 Jun 2007 07:26:12 -0700
...When the transmission was pulled last > summer the rubber mounts all seemed fine.
Re: Vanagon Winter Storage and or annual inspection
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Fri, 8 Oct 2010 13:23:29 -0700
...upper & lower boots intact > > ___ _____ Control arm upper & lower bushings > > ___ _____ Engine and transmission mounts > > ___ _____ Front & Rear Suspension: Springs, Spring mount and Shocks > > ___ _____ Check shock absorber...
Re: mixing urethane and rubber bushings
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 6 Sep 2014 16:15:02 -0500
...I would not mix > >> bushings and mounts of drastically different durometer on single > component, > >> such as transmission/engine. You want to be careful about...
Re: Need Help - WTB Aftermarket Cruise Control
Historical mailing list - Todd Olson
Mon, 13 Feb 2006 21:24:00 -0500
...The version I got mounts on the turn signal stalk, similar to the OE. Budd ----- Original Message ----- From: "Todd Olson" <todd.olson@CHARTER.NET...
RE: '73 Toyo-Westy
Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
Mon, 13 May 1996 09:51:00 -0700 (PDT)
...Most engines sit on rubber mounts, which allow a small amount of rocking. But the setup in the V6anagon (designed by the PO-- KEP...
Re: It is possible to make a 2WD into a Syncro?
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Fri, 29 Sep 2000 09:37:43 -0400
...I have no idea if the > transmission will bolt to the existing mounts. I would use the rear > springs, too. > > If you don't...
Re: oil cooler for 1982 Westy
Historical mailing list - David and Shirin
Tue, 4 Nov 2003 22:52:53 -0500
...I mounted mine above the transmission, I had to weld some brackets up there to hold it, I plumbed in a remote filter and...
Re: FW: auto transmission slippage
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:38:27 -0700
...My auto transmission on my 91 started > slipping when it shifted from 2nd to 3rd somewhere around 200K. I drove it > that way for...
Re: Now it starts: racing idle
Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 13:07:36 -0300
...Is it possible that I have loose/worn transmission or engine mounts which are allowing enough play to affect the throttle at idle? The...
Re: Buick V6 powered Vanagon
Historical mailing list - pdooley
Sun, 4 May 2008 00:09:13 -0400
...for > motor/trans mounts. > Also, keep in mind that the transverse GM setup would locate the motor ahead > of the transmission, so the factory...
Re: Starter Testing @ FLAPS WAS: Starting problem or startER problem
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:36:00 -0700
If it's a manual transmission waterboxer starter, those should not be run without being inserted into a bell housing, or a piece of...
Re: Turbo diesel motor in Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Bob O Shaughnessy
Mon, 30 Sep 2002 20:04:52 -0400
...one source says no, not without modifying/customizing > engine mounts, and the other source says yeah, no sweat, just drop it > in. whats the...
Re: Now it starts: racing idle
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 08:21:29 -0700
...to lunch.� Is it possible that I have loose/worn transmission or engine mounts which are allowing enough play to affect the throttle at...
Re: Cooling/fuel/exhaust System Overhaul
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 8 Jan 2015 15:16:36 -0600
...fuel pump.) > > > > - GoWesty SS exhaust kit > > > > - new motor mounts (already installed a new poly transmission mount > > bushing... trying to sort out some bucking I...
Re: 2.0L I4 Opportunities
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Tue, 14 May 2013 12:20:41 -0400
...mounts >> oil pan >> oil pickup >> oil filler >> dipstick & tube >> exhaust mounts >> bell housing >> bell housing dust shield >> bell housing to engine attachment bolts >> transmission...
Re: Rear Vibration
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 8 Sep 2013 13:12:39 -0400
...The gear shifter rattling can indicate a problem inside the transmission. In 3rd gently keep forward pressure on the shifter and work the throttle...
Re: Aux Oil Cooler install...results Aircooled vanagon
Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
Tue, 2 Jul 2002 14:22:07 -0400
...radiator mounts (thanks vw mags) to mount the cooler on. as well as some 90 degree fittings. I used a Hayden, Inc. transmission oil...
Re: Who syncro-knows it all?
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Tue, 5 Sep 2006 08:30:50 -0400
...Are the steering racks the > same? Transmission mounts? > > TIA (not my name--see below) > > On 9/4/06, JordanVw@aol.com <JordanVw@aol.com...
Re: Gearshift lever broken, looking for replacement
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:50:32 -0500
...It has the plate that mounts to the floor >> on it and the large bellows boot. Even has a new shifter knob on top...
Re: clutch chatter fixed, thanks
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 09:42:42 -0600
...And then of course you will be right back where you > started having to pull the transmission. > > One other thing - and I hope someone...
Re: Can engine and transmission be swapped?
Historical mailing list - Scott Foss - Shazam
Mon, 19 May 2008 22:27:17 -0700
...Can engine and transmission be swapped? >> >> Hi Gerry, >> >> That would be an interesting idea... I think the secret of that Buick's >> gas milage...
Re: finding a new engine?
Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
Tue, 1 Dec 1998 21:54:20 -0600
...Standard rebuild stuff (bearings, gaskets, motor mounts, etc) $300 Large bore exhaust system (no more heater) $500? Cam, lifters, rocker arms, push rods $600...
Re: clutch chatter fixed, thanks
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sun, 20 Apr 2014 12:51:44 -0500
...And then of course you will be right back where you > started having to pull the transmission. > > One other thing - and I hope someone...
bus parts available (yes, i got a new issue of limbo newsletter!)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Mon, 18 Jul 94 12:17:24 CDT
...Gas heater, auto transmission, complete factory air conditioning system. $200 each. Larry Sargent (716) 392-8939 NY * 75-78 Bus right and left heat...
Re: Tranny musings (or, getting stuck on my lawn)
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:01:18 +0000
...I was thinking about updating that one then swapping out my current transmission {I also have a line on a 5-spd ASR transmission...
Re: How do you carry your cargo?
Historical mailing list - --------
Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:24:53 -0500
...transmissions or things of this size. I end up using rope to tie large item to the seat belt mounts or the mounts for...
Re: Dan's Diesel Rebuild Part 6
Historical mailing list - Maynard Southard
Thu, 27 Sep 2001 19:55:30 -0400
...It had no head, and the transmission had > been removed. The engine was teetering on two motor mounts. It turns freely, > and there is...
Re: Trouble Fitting I-4 Engine Into '90 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
Sat, 24 Feb 2001 18:18:13 -0800
...The simple answer may be to modify the bars by cutting the mounts off and welding them back on in the correct position. There...
Re: [Syncro] Syncro Transmission Removal Advice?
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Wed, 22 Dec 2010 12:01:14 -0500
...I am also not positive that the >> mounts for the bostig engine are as one sided as they are on boxer engines. >> >> Sent from...
Re: Now it starts: racing idle
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 10:47:39 -0600
...Is it possible that I have loose/worn transmission or engine mounts which are allowing enough play to affect the throttle at idle? The...
Re: Buick V6 powered Vanagon
Historical mailing list - neil N
Sat, 3 May 2008 11:40:06 -0700
...for > motor/trans mounts. > Also, keep in mind that the transverse GM setup would locate the motor ahead > of the transmission, so the factory...
Re: '87 Vanagon shudders in Reverse
Historical mailing list - Eric R. Gougar
Thu, 30 Dec 1999 09:34:23 -0700
...Could it just be worn out - rubber parts wise? Bulley wrote: > Front Motor Mount, on the nose of the Transmission. > > G. Matthew Bulley > Bulley...
Re: Tranny swap time
Historical mailing list - MacLachlan, Bill
Tue, 1 Apr 2003 12:37:12 -0800
...I use long bolts (3") and drop the rear engine cross bar so it doesn't bend or tear the engine mounts. I support...
87 Vanagon shakes after Clutch job - Resolution
Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
Mon, 17 Aug 1998 08:33:03 -0800
...Engine and transmission not properly aligned and bolts not properly torqued when put back together. 5. Shaking will go away when the new clutch...
Re: Loud knock when starting
Historical mailing list - Michael Schiesser
Sat, 19 Aug 2000 15:41:08 -0700
...THe one good thought that came from the list was bad motor mounts, seems to be a possibility but the noise itself has a...
Re: Friday article on DIY repair shops
Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
Sat, 17 Aug 2019 00:03:24 -0400
...to going back in there! to reseal oil pan gasket and transmission mounts on 98 Subaru . My 82 vanagon/Subaru (Modesto) has 44 day...
Re: Install a 5 speed syncro tranny in my 2WD Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Mon, 28 Jan 2008 18:45:08 -0800
...Two forward side mounts on a syncro trans, ..........and come to think of it, the brackets for those bolt to are bolted to the...
Re: Power steering line question
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Wed, 17 Aug 2016 06:10:27 -0400
...for the CV work I = > cleaned and explored my engine and transmission area. I made a few = > discoveries I need advice on. > > First, my...
Re: Now it starts: racing idle
Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 12:26:21 -0300
...Is it possible that I have loose/worn transmission or engine mounts which are allowing enough play to affect the throttle at idle? The...
Re: why...vibration @ idle only when skidplate is installed -- turbodiesel engine
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Mon, 4 Apr 2005 10:34:01 -0400
...The section between the transmissions would lead me to think that the vibration was in the drive shaft, but if you were just sitting...
Re: Compare & Contrast: Diesel Westy vs. 2.1 WBX Westy
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 16 Jun 2003 08:24:13 -0700
...Muffler rubber mounts did break on occasion in the old exhaust system. Have had no problems with the new system and no cracking of...
Re: Eurospec Conversion
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 28 Jul 1998 17:30:40 -0700
...I was thinking of this myself and may still produce a limited run of my engine mounts. My solution works very well. I always...
Re: Ilitis, NO VW/VAN CONTENT
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Fri, 19 Nov 1999 18:38:08 -0800
...Same motor mounts, exhaust manifold etc, the transmission is 1970s Audi 100 that is modified for driving the rear wheels. >3) Do they handle...
Re: Front suspension upgrades and more
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 22 Mar 2005 19:47:50 -0500
...The Stering rack mounts and the 2 coupling discs are also items to consider. As for upgrading the brakes, you will need the spindle...
Re: Shifting when hot
Historical mailing list - Robert Rountree
Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:42:39 +0000
...When the transmission was pulled last summer the rubber mounts all seemed fine. _________________________________________________________________ Tell us your tech love story in the Summer Lovin Competition...
Re: More Cooling System/ now oil coolers/ more detail
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Fri, 4 Oct 2002 00:57:12 EDT
...Anyway, I've built an interface to the Audi 3A oil filter bracket (same as the Fox, Quantum, Audi 4000 8V filter mounts) (it...
On Exhaust Cracking, Vibration and Noise (not short) for Converted Vgons
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Fri, 28 Sep 2001 03:03:51 EDT
...Also, with no connection to the body other than through the engine and transmission mounts, there is no impact on vibration isolation from the...
Re: How do you carry your cargo?
Historical mailing list - Lee Peterson
Fri, 30 Nov 2007 08:42:56 -0800
...transmissions or things of this size. I end up > using rope to tie large > item to the seat belt mounts or the mounts for...
Re: Shifting when hot
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 28 Jun 2007 10:48:27 -0400
...When the transmission was pulled last >>summer the rubber mounts all seemed fine.
Re: Bump bump bump
Historical mailing list - Skip L
Fri, 18 Jun 2021 11:49:32 -0500
...9:37 PM, Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >> >>> >> Engine and transmission mounts? >>> >> >>> >>>> On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 6:55 PM Skip Laubach...
Re: Two Motors in a Vanagon (Swap Talk)
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Wed, 6 May 1998 18:39:26 -0700
...I am going to power wash everything off and start >changing bell housings and input shafts and motor mounts and taking pictures. >Someone said...