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• Re: AA Transaxle: Happy! Relevant Info, Long.
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 21 Jun 2014 20:19:08 -0700
  ...if I recall > correctly he understood that they had changed the formula and he did not > feel the new version would provide the lubrication...
• Re: Motor Oil (Synthetic)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:09:04 -0600
  "New and improved" just means that the formula changed and the results could be good or bad. Do you think they would advertize "new...
• Re: In Passing
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 3 Sep 2008 06:04:04 EDT
  ...Gurney is also the only American to have won a Formula One race in an American-made car, his own Eagle.<<<<<<<< Cheers, Frank Condelli...
• Re: aerodynamics, was: 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 10:08:36 -0500
  O.K., I've seen all sorts of formulas and explanations for aerodynamics and drag. What I haven't seen is actual numbers for...
• Diesel Additive...
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Tue, 12 Mar 1996 14:48:44 +0000
  ...Stanadyne Performance Formula. It comes in a 470 ml bottle and is good enough for 235 litres (ie. 4 tanks in a Golf). The...
• Re: Firewood
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 17 Feb 2006 09:06:31 -0800
  > > When we raced the VW engines in the formula Vee class SCCA we had a fire > bottle in the car with a chemical called...
• Re: Windshield de-icer in a can?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 7 Jan 2010 10:09:35 -0800
  ...Different companies have different formulations for windshield de-icers. Usually an alcohol, and sometimes with propylene or ethylene glycol. Not sure what the effect...
• Re: CHEAP Silicate/Phosphate free anti-freeze
  Historical mailing list - dave
  Sun, 5 Dec 1999 11:41:58 -0600
  ...to sell Autobahn coolant with silicates along with the silicate free formula I am going to use the blue Autobahn w/ silicates. One other...
• Pro Bono for Whomever Does Pro Bono
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 3 Oct 2001 14:17:27 EDT
  ...the OEM to the same specification which the car company had formulated and for distribution by anyone other than the car company? I know...
• Re: Porsche Flat 8? on ebay.
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Mon, 11 Jun 2007 21:58:21 -0700
  ...wrote: >>>> >>>>> Porsche ran a 1.5 litre Flat 8 in their Formula One cars in the >>>>> '60's and a >>>>> 3 litre in the...
• Re: tire pressure - How to calculate
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Sat, 24 Oct 1998 00:13:18 -0400
  Good analysis! I would just add that although the pressure formula is self-correcting, the effect of low pressure is that the outsides of...
• Re: Third brake lights (tack-free)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 15:48:51 -0400
  ...I'll help you with the formulas if you need it. Don't forget to run them conservatively, allowing for high temperatures. Here's...
• Re: Fire Suppression Solutions
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Tue, 3 Aug 2004 11:38:20 -0700
  ...fuel lines are safe with the newly formulated > fuels. > Many cars had problems because the newly formulated fuels melted the > carbuerator floats, melted gaskets...
• Re: Where to aim the headlights? SA grill.
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Fri, 27 Sep 2002 22:22:42 +0100
  ...I'm a scientist and physicist- give me a > formula damnit. I'm tired of experimenting. > > Second, what about the inner driving lights- how...
• Re: Catalytic Heaters, Combustion Products Thereof
  Historical mailing list - Marty Wallace
  Fri, 6 Nov 1998 00:22:46 -0800
  ...Malcolm, Geat input! Can you enlighten us as to where CO comes into play in your formulas? And is part of the burn product...
• Re: Sliding door screen (f)
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 14:14:03 -0500
  ...They come in dozens of formulations with different properties. I have one example that came out of a hard disk head positioner mechanism. The...
• Re: need headlight lenses
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 00:34:04 -0400
  ...About $40.00. :::From their site ad: "StonGard's own special formulated vinyl is over :::1/16" :::thick, soft and flexible for absorbing most...
• Re: [Bulk] Re: Secret tune-up / service item on 1.9 Waterboxer engines.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 30 Jul 2011 06:57:36 -0400
  ...regular " oil? > > Mike<mbucchino@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > Diesel oil is specially formulated for the operating conditions inside of diesel engines. The by-products of...
• Re: Where to aim the headlights? SA grill.
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Fri, 27 Sep 2002 13:58:56 -0400
  ...I'm a scientist and physicist- give me a >formula damnit. I'm tired of experimenting. > >Second, what about the inner driving lights- how...
• Re: new paint job/rust
  Historical mailing list - Scott Grillo
  Sun, 19 Mar 2000 19:07:15 -0500
  ...If it matches well, I will post the paint formula to the list Hope this helps someone out... Lee Roesner wrote: > > Has anyone out...
• Re: An oil question
  Historical mailing list - T Berk
  Thu, 13 Sep 2001 22:53:57 -0700
  ...So what are you guys using in hot climates? > Thanks, > Kevin Two things- - Older oils are not as good as the formulas produced today...
• Re: Painting Fiberglass Top
  Historical mailing list - Scott Norville
  Tue, 27 May 2003 15:11:24 -0400
  ...If you do have the cracks (look closely) it would be better to use a paint formulated specifically for fiberglass. West Marine has several...
• Re: does mkp = Nm? (torque specs)
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sun, 4 Oct 1998 16:12:38 -0700
  ...with a conversion table which includes CMKG. > I will quote the formulas with CMKG: > 1 KpCM = 1 CMKG > 1 CMKG = .098 Nm > 1 CMKG...
• Re: Synthetic oils in the vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 10:59:46 -0400
  ...For that matter, piston aircraft engines, car engines, and motorcycle engines all call for different oil formulations, as do diesel and gasoline engines. I...
• Re: Paint code for Ivory? TCP Global color library page
  Historical mailing list - courtney hook
  Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:27:43 -0600
  I put in L567/B9 which appears to be the 83 vanagon ivory color and it came up with a formula. I don't...
• Re: ATF Dexron
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:55:59 -0500
  ...it in a transmission atall, but there must be differences in formulation, or there would not be differing labels and specifications. I was cautioned...
• Re: running cool
  Historical mailing list - bill
  Sat, 01 Mar 1997 18:55:27 -0700
  ...I have been told that gas is formulated differently for high altitudes. I know that people who drove up to Flagstaff often experienced hard...
• Re: 1984 Speedos
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 13 Apr 2010 22:46:44 -0400
  ...a huge error on the high side. > > There is even a formula in the Bentley (p 90.30) for the 84 model year > to...
• Re: What coolants are ok?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 17 Jul 1997 11:11:44 EDT
  ...No hint at the >formulation of their "proprietary" stuff. > >I have been running on h2o alone for a month or two, since I burst...
• Re: Upholstery Questions
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Wed, 27 Sep 2006 14:39:38 -0600
  ...That looks amazing. >> >> From my current station in life, I'm dealing with breast milk/baby formula >> and juice box spit-up on seats...
• Re: GL5 - GL4
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 4 Jan 2016 22:56:02 -0700
  ...A few years ago, as the story goes, Redline changed their > Formulation...." > > I believe this is now Vanagon legend, given great gravity by this...
• Re: does mkp = Nm? (torque specs)
  Historical mailing list - David Bogle / Architecture
  Sat, 3 Oct 1998 10:50:52 -0400
  ...I will quote the formulas with CMKG: 1 KpCM = 1 CMKG 1 CMKG = .098 Nm 1 CMKG = 13.887 IN-OZ 1CMKG = 0.08677...
• Re: Lubrication tips one at a time.
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Fri, 4 Sep 2015 08:39:55 -0400
  ...Oops, I see on gowesty.com that it now goes by HHS-K (hope the > formula is either unchanged or better). I used it...
• Re: What's wrong with my 1.9 WBX engine?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 2 Jun 2010 09:06:33 -0500
  ...The new long life antifreezes from the regular antifreeze makers like Prestone and Zerex are cheaper than Dexcool, and they are formulated without phosphates...
• Re: gearing
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 13 May 1999 17:15:58 -0700
  ...I know that >there is a formula that incorporates tire diameter as well as final drive >and other factors, I just can't find...
• Re: Coolant recommendations
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Sat, 6 Oct 2007 14:38:11 -0400
  ...You are after all "The Corrupter" I' m sure the Prestone formulation has evolved over the years to comply with manufacturing changes in the...
• Re: � � � Re: aerodynamics, was : 101 MPH Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 12:32:02 EDT
  In a message dated 10/18/04 8:17:12 AM, motorbruce@HOTMAIL.COM writes: > O.K., I've seen all sorts of formulas...
• Re: Friday - Johnny Law - Customs
  Historical mailing list - Paul & Becky Oliver
  Mon, 20 Sep 2004 19:20:33 -0500
  ...The formula is > terribly predictable given 4 different situations: > > 1) wife and i in the honda civic = no hassles straight > on through > 2) myself...
• Re: contact cleaner: this one works!
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Thu, 15 Jul 1999 11:40:33 -0400
  ...http://www.caig.com as they have a variety of formulas > which might be useful > (No proprietary interest, etc. etc., just a satisfied customer...
• Window Moulding Cosmetic Fix
  Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
  Sun, 30 Jul 2000 15:40:24 -0500
  ...This is a highly recommended product! It's a specially formulated rubberized "paint" which is flexible so it won't crack or peel off.
• Re: B. Bobs day at the dyno and the importance of fuel air ratio update
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 19:57:45 -0800
  Started, AFAIK, in Formula 1 by the Honda team in the 60's. A bit crude. Lay your hand on each exhaust pipe [one...
• Protectant Advice
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Sun, 15 Oct 2006 00:17:18 -0500
  ...Our patented PPS formula protects your paint with PTFE (the same substance that makes nonstick cookware so slippery) for *unbeatable shine and protection guaranteed...
• Re: Fuel lines, one more time...
  Historical mailing list - mike and becky
  Tue, 20 Oct 1998 17:42:50 -0400
  ...are often by the same manufacturer (Continental?) there is probably no > formulation difference whatsoever in the rubber which is what is going to be...
• Re: Motor Oil (Synthetic)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:12:16 -0500
  ...The new improved version now has different ratings as the old formulae is not allowed in 2007 or later Diesels. Dennis -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: Ethanol most common E85?
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Fri, 21 Apr 2006 19:24:31 -0400
  ...wrote: > What formulation is most common? E85? It is looking like E85 is available > in some places, but ethanol anything is really uncommon in...
• Re: speaking of Mobil 1......
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 6 Mar 2007 06:42:34 -0500
  ...The label says something about higher viscosity formulae for those high mileage engines. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
• Re: Porsche Flat 8? on ebay.
  Historical mailing list - VW Vanagon
  Mon, 11 Jun 2007 22:20:54 -0700
  ...wrote: > >>>> > >>>>> Porsche ran a 1.5 litre Flat 8 in their Formula One cars in the > >>>>> '60's and a > >>>>> 3 litre in the...
• Re: No start
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 15 Mar 2025 13:38:46 +0000
  ...Yes I have.  I checked out a few sites and have formulated a plan and will go for it.  Celebrating my 75 birthday today...
• Re: Tire inflation
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 20 Jun 2015 16:49:55 -0500
  ...There is a formula available based on LR, tire size, and load. One of the list vendors has it handy, I think. But the...
• Re: heads stuck, thanks all
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 26 Dec 2003 13:30:12 -0600
  I remember watching a Formula One race years ago when a car came limping into the pits in the rain. The mechanics jumped out...
• Re: Tire Rotation/pressure
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 1 Jun 2006 12:39:05 -0700
  ...I run 44psi front and 54 psi rear. > I > found a formula in the archives and applied it using data from the door > jamb...
• Re: Fw: [VANAGON] Acetone tip
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sat, 2 Jun 2007 20:54:32 -0700
  ...Gasoline is already seasonally formulated in many markets to more closely tailor the vapor pressure of the fuel to the projected intake air temperature...
• Re: E
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 3 Nov 2012 21:05:46 -0400
  ...Most Diesel engines 2007 and later require lower zinc-ash oil formulations and some even require specific oils labeled for "Emissions System performance" This...
• RE: "dry" door locks
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 27 Jul 1995 09:29:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...What can I squirt in them to lubricate? WD-40 was designed, formulated, manufactured, made, constructed, perfected, and maybe blessed by the Lord Himself...
• Re: Vanagon fuel requirement
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Wed, 16 Sep 1998 09:49:15 -0700
  ...However, I am not sure how accurate these processes really are and what the secret formulas actually contain. Bj�rn
• Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:36:21 -0400
  ...How does Valvoline's SynPower formula protect against wear? SynPower full synthetic motor oil is formulated with a balance of high quality ingredients such...
• Re: wives and vanagons...rant... LOL
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:27:59 -0800
  ...The formula is simple. Figure purchase price of Vanagon and/or Vanagon item. Multiply that by at least 150% and buy gift for significant...
• Re: 250 ft-lb torque wrench?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 08:02:33 -0600
  ...250 ft-lb torque wrench? > > > > >>In a message dated 3/26/03 4:24:18 PM, j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET writes: >> >><< The formula to...
• Re: Poptop, Window Seals and ArmorAll
  Historical mailing list - Markus Mumper
  Wed, 14 Jul 2004 10:46:51 -0700
  ...not look nearly as shiny and glossy as after using other formulations such as ArmorAll. In other words, it might be designed more for...
• VWoA warranty - any recent experience?
  Historical mailing list - robert barwise, LKG2-2, 508-486-5367
  Fri, 6 Oct 95 11:45:32 EDT
  ...through something like this? Is there a "percentage they'll pay formula" anyone knows the details of? They're being very vague. BTW, among...