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• Re: type of oil and washer
  Historical mailing list - James .
  Fri, 14 Sep 2001 11:55:35 -0700
  While on the subject of drain plug washers: The standard washers that I get w/ my filters don't fit on my drain plug...
• Re: distributor drive shaft installation
  Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
  Sun, 18 Apr 2004 19:26:11 -0700
  ...Sun, 18 Apr 2004 10:03:44 -0700 > >I've done this several times and never lost washers down into the engine. >Not sure...
• Re: Replacing Winshield Washer Tubes...suggestions?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Wed, 23 Oct 2002 23:47:20 -0700
  ...the > dash? It is VERY dangerous to not have working windsheild washers in the > winter if you drive snowy and wet roads. Is it...
• Re: Wanted: one front windshield wiper arm with airfoil
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 13 Apr 2017 02:17:14 -0400
  ...out to where you have to modify it and use special washers to get it to seat properly on the drive splines. 251 955...
• Re: DIY engine hoist?
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Tue, 16 Jul 2013 23:18:43 -0400
  ...r the transmission, use a 2x4 with a hole in it, a large eye bolt with washers and a nut and some quick links.
• Re: Wiper and washer gone nuts then stops working altogether
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sat, 11 Oct 2003 21:04:41 -0700
  ...William > Today, all of a sudden, my windshield washers and wipers went on and then > stopped. They would not work after that. Fuse seems...
• Re: Skylight flex arm
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 21 Dec 2003 06:18:52 EST
  ...Find two stainless steel washers for the sides opposite the flex arms of your new rollers that will keep them from falling off the...
• Re: Searched archives. Missing CV bolt question
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Mon, 28 Aug 2006 09:30:59 -0300
  ...I believe the lock washers are only designed for single use. Regarding the discolouration of the outer rings (races), I asked a friend of...
• Re: DPO damage from using the wrong shocks
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 1 Apr 2013 17:10:30 -0500
  ...Some nuts/washers, and a piece of threaded rod. Rod goes through one > hole, then washer/nut/nut/washer, then out the other hole...
• Re: bolt sizes for exhaust
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Wed, 1 Jun 2005 09:02:35 -0400
  ...Anyone can tell me what size I need, exactly? > And should I get the locking washers I've seen mentioned? > > Thanks again, > Wes >
• Re: another speedometer cable question
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:48:52 -0400
  ...Then put the speedometer in place and use nuts and washers on those studs. On my '85 (two cables with the 02 mileage counter...
• Re: At long last finally and looking at lots of little problems to come
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 14 Dec 2016 18:14:01 -0800
  The GW SS screw kits for the hinges don't include nuts and washers because you can't see them. You can buy SS...
• Re: fiberglass repair on poptop
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 23:29:12 +0000
  ...I simply put quite a lot of black silicone rubber cement in both these bolts/washers to be sure the holes were sealed for...
• Re: hardware and torqueing was Flexing cranks and Yielding Bolts one last time
  Historical mailing list - Charlie Partin
  Wed, 21 Feb 2001 11:04:29 -0700
  ...He wouldn't use washers for spacers, said they may interfere with maintaining the correct torque over time (BS or not, I don't...
• Re: broken gas pedal
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 12 May 2009 11:52:42 -0500
  ...Also, it > would be better, even with good holes, to put washers on the underside > which would still necessitate two people. > > When I did...
• CV boot kit prices
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 May 1996 11:46:00 -0500 (CDT)
  ...is about $16 per joint, with all of the bolts, clamps, washers, grease, etc. Does anybody know of another source in the $10 range...
• Re: Differences in SA Big Brake Kit
  Historical mailing list - Sean B.
  Fri, 10 Jan 2003 15:32:23 -0800
  ...factory), and the syncro version comes with the rotors and spacing washers. Both sets come with replacement calipers. Sean B. '90 V'gon, "Happy...
• Re: Coolant Leak
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Fri, 21 Feb 2014 12:04:37 -0500
  Those are oil drain plug washers. The coolant drain plug washers are the one's that are hard to find. Kenneth Wilford said he...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:53:15 -0700
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts > Actually, where Mark lives, the air isn't very polluted. Less than a > mile from...
• Re: Rear Anti-sway bar
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Sun, 16 Aug 1998 21:39:42 -0500
  ...My first trip to Home Depot was to > purchase these washers. I installed these washers but this lead to the > bolts then being too...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - hunnam
  Wed, 13 Jun 2007 11:49:52 +1000
  ...251 863 405 ( rubber boot lining complete with retaining strip screws and washers.) Anyone have access to these parts and is willing to ship...
• Re: Auto trans cooler ATF leak
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Sun, 23 Mar 2003 07:29:45 -0600
  correct sealing washers for AT oil cooler are: # 089-409-069 you'll need 4 and correct banjo bolts are # 090-409-067 you...
• Re: Windshield washers
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Mon, 1 May 95 22:59:22 EDT
  ...easily, as many European cars have them, even on the headlight washers, it might not be that hard. Does anyone know if such a...
• Re: warning regarding GoWesty alternator bracket kit
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:00:42 -0500
  ...Yes washers also come in differing grades. As for the bracket studs, > the nuts should match the grade of the stud. > > Dennis
• Re: Rear Brake Question: uneven wear on new shoes or just bedding down?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:48:54 -0400
  ...Some folks put washers at the bottom to put the lower parts of the shoes closer to the drums but, even though that will...
• help identify bushings
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Wed, 9 Aug 2000 22:43:02 -0500
  ...the "strut bar", and they are held in place by collared washers. In the Haynes manual (9.8, picture 7.2) the picture has...
• Oil Plug - Egg on Face
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 21:57:15 -0700
  ...just my error with the washer...) I intend buying a dozen washers now, & replacing every oil change. Thanks again to all you wonderful advisors...
• Re: Help requested with door hanging
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 17 Dec 2003 09:07:30 EST
  ...Can anyone help? >> Paul, Get some C-washers to use as shims under the lower door hinge. Obviously, I can't tell you how...
• Re: Left & Right side slidign door Vanagon on Ebay..in NC
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Jun 2007 10:24:43 EDT
  ...notice the headlight washers... chris ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.
• Re: Fake Gutters for Pop Top
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sat, 11 Aug 2007 20:12:11 -0700
  ...Used FAT washers to distribute the load and a little silicone sealent to keep water on the outside. john > Where do I find the...
• Re: Dometic mystery ....tentatively resolved!
  Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
  Sat, 18 Aug 2007 17:47:31 -0600
  Today, using spacers underneath part B and large washers underneath part C, I extended the distance between those parts and the rest of the...
• Re: Little VW Content but Relevant for the DIY Crowd
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 10:06:38 -0400
  For bulk metric stainless steel nuts/bolts/washers, I've used: http://www.boltdepot.com/ Pascal -----Original Message----- > BTW, would you believe that the...
• Re: '84 anti-sway bar down-link nut success
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 4 Mar 2012 22:26:49 -0500
  ...Re: '84 anti-sway bar down-link nut success > >Thanks Dennis.� I'll switch the washers around.� I read an explanation on the samba...
• Re: Oil drain plug and Heli-coil
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Thu, 7 Jun 2001 10:03:57 -0400
  ...I went to the Hardware store, bought a package of garden hose rubber washers and grind them down a little and pop one on...
• Re: Washers on wheel bearing housing?
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Fri, 9 May 2003 07:10:20 -0700
  ...Leon 85 Subwagen > Steve, I just did two Vanagon rear wheel bearing changes this week ! NO > washers ! Bentley is giving out false information ---- AGAIN...
• Re: DPO damage from using the wrong shocks
  Historical mailing list - Dan Andrews
  Wed, 3 Apr 2013 08:02:16 +1100
  ...Some nuts/washers, and a piece of threaded rod. Rod goes through > one hole, then washer/nut/nut/washer, then out the other hole...
• How you can fit a Yakima rack on standard Vanagon...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 08:26:20 -0700
  ...the local hardware store and got a bunch of stainless steel washers and longer bolts. This is the result: http://www.californiavan.com/yakima...
• [90Vanagon] Do thermostat housings go bad?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 13:16:37 -0500
  ...The other thing I realized today after studying my parts diagram is that when I removed the lower thermostat housing there were no washers...
• Re: nuts in steering linkage and rack
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:17:17 -0800
  ...When repalcing, you also need to get the proper grade or > property class fastners and the bolts, nuts, washers, need to be match > or...
• Re: Replacing Winshield Washer Tubes...suggestions?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 23 Oct 2002 18:49:08 -0700
  ...the > dash? It is VERY dangerous to not have working windsheild washers in the > winter if you drive snowy and wet roads. Is it...
• Re: Part needed: Sliding door roller bearing
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 17 Oct 2010 10:49:58 -0700
  ...up with a standard SKF bearing and a couple of fender >> washers. Works great. I will sell the the VW part if you have...
• Winshield washers -- first use since buying 1984 Vanagon in 1997
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:54:48 -0400
  I had to have my front heater blower replaced, and I had my VW mechanic replace the heater coil, windshield washer motor and windshield...
• Re: Floppy mirror...any fixes that actually work?
  Historical mailing list - Walter Houle
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 15:03:46 -0400
  Does anyone have photos to share? I've tried hose clamps, o-rings, washers, etc. all to know effect and am now ready to...
• Re: Any cheap fixes for clutch slave cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Wed, 23 Apr 2003 17:30:19 -0700
  Hi Mark, what year is the van, the repair manual should have the size of the clutch slave cylinder's washers in it and...
• FS on Ebay: Tristar, Doka and Eurospec T3 (Vanagon) Headlights washer / squirters.
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 25 Oct 2006 22:17:57 -0700
  ...I have a set of the aforementioned headlights washers for sale on Ebay for low starting bid of $9.99 for the pair. It...
• Re: Installing Rear Hatch Struts?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sun, 17 Dec 2006 12:32:22 -0800
  ...Remove washers and strut from chassis end "by jiggling it", then from hatch end by twisting it up and away from the hatch. (you...
• Re: Diesel Oil Pan Bolts and Washers (for gas inline engine)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 22 Nov 2016 16:23:15 -0800
  ...16, Don Hanson <dhanson928@gmail.com> wrote: > > > Mine was single flat washers. Be careful with the torque.... > > -- > Neil n > > Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http...
• Re: '84 anti-sway now radius rod arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Skip
  Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:55:13 +0000
  ...The sleeves and those big washers are not. The front nut is a locknut and replacement should be considered. You should also replace the...
• Re: Water spout question
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Mon, 5 Aug 2013 09:20:58 -0600
  ...It folds down nicely and can be installed with a couple of washers and a piece of gasket material. The contained switch controls the...
• Re: Intermittent Wipers? and jumpseat install
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 16 Apr 2007 11:07:55 -0400
  ...if > you pull on the stalk, it activates the front washers and wiper.
• Re: Friday - engine stand suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:04:59 -0400
  ...Use minimum Grade 8.8 metric automotive nuts, bolts and washers. You don't want to get hurt or drop your engine, either. Mike...
• Update - Problem with Seller on thesamba - skylight parts now needed.
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:30:03 -0400
  ...I was going the used route because I was hoping to get all of the mounting hardware (nuts bolts washers etc) so that I...
• Re: Coolant temp sensor
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sun, 4 May 2008 18:40:31 -0400
  John, they both use washers. The TEMP II sensor uses a copper crush washer; the smaller gauge sender also uses a washer but it...
• Re: Paint job pricing-Doing the exhaust right!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 14 Aug 2013 09:19:49 -0500
  ...Now since you got your hardware at local sources most likely the > washers are garbage. Yes washers also come in grades. You want washers...
• Re: Bumper Painting Info/Pics! (who's bored on a Saturday? Me!)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 6 Feb 2008 21:21:24 -0800
  ...32 pieces, with 4, M8 Carriage bolts ( w/ washers and > nylon insert lock nuts ) that fit the end caps. Heads painted POR15 black. > 4...
• Re: 86 syncro exhaust y-pipe bolts/washers?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 31 Aug 1998 09:27:50 -0400
  ...86 syncro exhaust y-pipe bolts/washers? >About 3 months ago I replaced the y-pipe. When I took the old one off, >there...
• Re: Rear Brake Shoe Design Questions
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Fri, 1 May 2009 13:17:39 -0400
  ...Should I look for some 16 OD X 14 ID X 1mm stainless washers, or not? John Meeks '91 Multivan, '85 GL bits Northern...
• Re: How do I stop this oil leak?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 May 95 12:34:25 MDT
  ...I've replaced the paper > gaskets, the brass washers, the little nuts and even the entire round > metal plate with no success. How the...
• Re: Searched archives. Missing CV bolt question
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 28 Aug 2006 12:32:29 -0400
  ...Also, get new lock washers. They are > intended for one-time use > only. > > I did a safety wire routine on 68 bus one time...
• Re: Why Folly left Lisa at the side of the road
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 7 Jun 2009 11:32:11 -0400
  Jim, I wonder what the mating brass gear looks like? How many thrust washers were on that piece? Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m.com...