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• Re: Lubricate front heater control cables?
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Mon, 5 May 2008 10:49:25 -0700
  ...I vote for lubrication. > > > Ken Lewis > > > http://neksiwel.20m.com/ > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > Neil > > '82 Diesel Westy > > Me other car is Swedish > > > -- Neil '82 Diesel Westy Me...
• Re: Air 'Conditioning'
  Historical mailing list - Sebastian Hill
  Wed, 14 May 1997 12:58:01 -0700
  ...system? Yes, without the freon (which also contains mineral oils for lubrication) in the system, the o-rings will dry out and fail. If...
• Re: What is the oil flow in a type IV cooler ?
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 9 Jun 2019 12:59:37 -0700
  ...in general and for specific to your question, click >> 1.47 Lubrication Schematic >> >> https://www.ratwell.com/technical/FAQ.html >> >> On Sun, Jun 9...
• Re: Chevron Techron Fuel Injection Cleaner
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 10 Feb 95 19:52:42 CST
  ...Tech mail-in kit costs about $12. (800) 726-5400 Aviation Lubrication ask for George Morrison Groveport, OH (800) 666-6457 for $23.50...
• Re: Mocal sandwich plate plus oil cooler equals overcooling
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:34:17 -0800
  ...I'm sure lubrication is fine. > >> You might like Amzoil. They claim >> they are the only *true* synthetic oil. > > Amsoil? Meh. I buy whatever...
• Re: Clutch Pedal Click
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 2 Jul 2010 11:20:24 -0700
  ...and lubrication ... anything that moves on anything, with a few exceptions needs some lubrication now and then. I even lube the ash tray cover...
• Re: Power window motor
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Thu, 12 Jul 2018 10:00:41 -0700
  ...Water does not kill the motors, what kills the motors is lack of lubrication and non use. Good luck getting Brickwerks to ship to...
• RE: 71 WESTY AND DOOR HANDLES
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 2 Oct 1995 12:41:21 GMT
  ...While we do feel that lubrication is important, it won't help a broken spring. Bob and Penny Lee vw@gulbransen.com San Diego...
• Re: Wipers Slow
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Wed, 25 Mar 1998 14:43:01 EST
  ...If they check out OK, then yeah, your motor probably just needs some lubrication. I had to do this on my Karmann Ghia recently...
• Re: any guesses on oil light woes
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 22 Jan 2001 08:14:04 -0800
  ...If too thin oil was run (i.e., the common 10w-40) it may not have provided adequate lubrication at speeds and temps, hence...
• Re: hatch lock stick(some vana content)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 15:44:54 -0600
  ...That generally requires disassembly of the lock, cleaning, replacement of any badly corroded springs and wafers, lubrication and reassembly. It can done in 1...
• Re: Need advice on replacing accelerator pedal
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 21 Aug 2002 07:47:12 -0500
  ...The lubrication sometimes deteriorates where these parts are mounted and the shaft enters the trans. To lube it properly may take some disassembly, but...
• Re: Wacky speedo...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Walker
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 16:44:22 -0400
  ...The situation with the speedometer not registering for the first few minutes can be a sign of the need for cable lubrication/replacement. I...
• Re: Synthetic oils in the vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
  Tue, 1 Jun 2004 23:18:15 +0200
  ...commercials, high rpm�s great heat and much load and poor lubrication due to cornering brings out the best in the oil. It�s...
• Re: hard to start in the morning
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sat, 5 Nov 2016 11:11:02 -0700
  ...It was sticking from lack of lubrication. I used QD electronics cleaner spray to thoroughly flush the distributor, then added a few drops of...
• Re: Lubes&Protectants
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:42:26 -0500
  ...all metal parts that move in contact with other parts need lubrication. >> I use any good spray lube. >> Many to choose from. >> LPS from...
• Re: was: Friction, any extra wear 'n tear?
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:03:54 -0400
  ...The thrust bearing is a sliding bearing, not a roller, and is entirely dependant on oil film for lubrication. I wouldn't want to...
• cv boot woes
  Historical mailing list - Matt Greenwell
  Sun, 21 Nov 1999 17:57:04 -0500
  ...so i'm into a new cv joint (to replace the outer right one which has cooked itself for lack of lubrication) and i...
• Re: weddle 5 speed tranny...What you get...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 14 Sep 2001 21:36:43 EDT
  ...The SA 5 speed tranny also includes the Heavy duty parts previously mentioned on the list (the extra oil scrapers to increase lubrication of...
• Re: [WetWesties] Sliding door doesn't
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:09:42 -0400
  ...the cable housing, everything is working great. > > > > Some have suggested generous lubrication. Any recommendations on > type/brand? Is wd40 a lubricant, or is it...
• Re: towing a Automatic vanagon in neutral w/ drive wheels on the ground??
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 12 May 2002 15:23:24 -0700
  ...If you need to toe on a regular basis, than a lube pump can be added to provide the needed lubrication. For a one...
• Re: Problem with lock cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Mon, 8 Jul 2013 15:00:00 -0700
  ...lock is defective and not just being operated incorrectly or lacking lubrication. If it's the lock cylinder causing the problem, it's more...
• Re: Driver's door lock mechanism
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Sun, 14 Nov 2010 18:02:17 -0800
  ...If the latching pawl is still connected to the handle release this behavior can be caused by a lack of lubrication of the lower...
• Re: Oil leak since rebuilt 2.1l installed
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:27:29 -0700
  ...gauge and > oil temp gauge along with an external oil cooler so I should get warned > quickly of any lubrication troubles. > > carry on, > -Ry
• Redline MTL
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 24 Mar 1999 11:14:45 -0800
  ...but >> this almost seems to be more related to lack of lubrication in the gear >> shift linkage. I have had this happening before and...
• Re: Slider Door
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 May 2020 12:39:47 +0000
  ...issues but I am going to go ahead with a little lubrication here and there at the very least.  So thankful we have these...
• Rear bearings and grease question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 16 Sep 2014 09:04:35 -0700
  ...it there to displace water? Surely it can't be for lubrication, how does the grease in the bearing races exchange with the grease...
• Re: AC servicing woes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 5 Aug 2016 09:29:44 -0400
  ...As important as it is for compressor lubrication it is also a non-condensable (or non-vaporizing) contaminant which reduces system efficiency and excess...
• RE: 1986 heater fan dead
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Czerniak
  Fri, 5 Jul 96 23:03:45 UT
  ...The fan motor is not necessarily telling you that it need lubrication. It may be telling you that the bearings are worn and should...
• Re: Redline CV-2. User Input?
  Historical mailing list - John Wessels
  Tue, 10 May 2011 16:19:33 -0400
  ...For no expense spared Lubrication Engineers probably has the best grease. John Wessels Scuderia Black Forest 40879 Hwy 41 #2F Oakhurst, CA 93644 559...
• Re: regarding head gasket failures on water cooled engs....
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sat, 23 Jul 2005 09:08:59 -0700
  ...I'd hate to have a preventative measure turn into an unseen coolant leak into the lubrication system under the valve cover! Perhaps it...
• Re: '88 Power Steering - ATF Dexron ??
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Mar 1996 21:20:24 -0500
  ...failed syncros and you can attribute >the failure to GL-5 lubrication? > >nit-pickingly yours, > > GL-5 is a better drade of lubricant and...
• Re: rear wheel bearing question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:12:06 -0700
  ...http://www.timken.com/en-us/products/lubrication/technical/Pages/info.aspx one of the pdfs (greasing roller bearings) does warn about overfilling housings...
• Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 13 Mar 2010 19:12:16 -0800
  I have never believed that old 'never lube a lock thing' ! all metal parts that move in contact with other parts need lubrication. I...
• Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 13 Mar 2010 19:11:22 -0600
  ...Is this due to a need for lubrication, and if so, what lubricant do I use? I have had locksmiths tell me not to...
• Re: Crummy Window Cranks!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 18:25:14 -0700
  ...obsessed with lubrication .. since that things that move in concert with each other ...........when some film of lube is kept on them ..they barely...
• Re: Parking brake pressure (was I've had it)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 21:44:16 -0700
  ...just lubrication and adjustments on much of these wonderful VANAGONS. I get the impression though that it does not occur to some people to...
• Re: Synthetic Oil
  Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
  Tue, 2 Apr 2002 00:39:28 -0700
  ...Better lubrication, less usage, no leaks. I change every 5K. > Also, since they sell, and I use, synthetic/dino blends, seems to reason > that...
• Re: Leaking fuel-pump?
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Wed, 25 Sep 2002 15:18:09 -0400
  ...a bit you get fuel in the oil which degrades the lubrication ability of the oil and can destroy the engine. (or the leaking...
• Re: Power Steering Used as Manual Steering
  Historical mailing list - Ken Ehlert
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 21:11:37 -0500
  ...as a > <manual system? Does the power steering fluid provide necessary > <lubrication to steering parts in the front end? > > Does anyone have any additional...
• Re: The best way in?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Pickersgill
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 21:19:34 -0500
  ...Always started for me, and it means oil stays fluid and you're getting lubrication quicker than with water heating types. I'm wondering...
• RE: Oil on the rear window!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 27 May 97 03:55:43 UT
  ...At the full mark the cam shaft is submerged in oil, the only source of lubrication for the lobe-to-tappet surfaces. The shaft...
• Re: very loud Screeching noise on very cold days - turns heads
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 6 Mar 2002 10:09:03 -0500
  ...I am not using one of the good Mahl oil filters with valves - could it >be the main bearings are starved of lubrication at...
• Re: Installing Starter Bushing
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:06:22 -0400
  Walter, The starter bushing is normally made of 'sintered' bronze, which is porous to help hold lubrication. As a result, it is somewhat fragile...
• Re: Bit of Toyota Syndrome in '84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:02:06 -0400
  ...you all think this a corrosion issue that can be satisfied with > better lubrication, or am I looking at a parts change? > > Thanks. > > Kevin >
• Re: Happy Frydae - VW Thing Question - LVC
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Fri, 14 May 2010 10:12:29 -0600
  ...of the time, are there other places to > check that > need lubrication? Knock on wood, the brakes seem fine. > > Is there an internet list...
• Re: AC Belt - Is it needed?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Fri, 25 Aug 2000 20:34:15 PDT
  ...However, >running >your AC when there is something wrong in the system (such as not enough >lubrication) can be as equally damaging. > >Pick your...
• Re: Synthetic oils in the vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Edward Morrell
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 13:40:05 -0500
  ...Fair enough, the lifters might need replacing, but does this not indicate superior lubrication? 2. On initial start up, particularly in cold weather, the...
• Re: Oil Pressure Safety Switch???????
  Historical mailing list - Beckham, Chip
  Fri, 15 Feb 2002 16:31:23 -0500
  Unless you have a pre-start lubrication system (very rare in passenger cars), you don't get any oil pressure until the crankshaft starts...
• Re: end play measurement
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 10 May 2011 13:55:32 -0700
  ...Almost all the clutches I see appear to have been put together very dry with minimal lubrication on all the pivots points etc. As...
• Re: Rotate Tintop Passenger Seat 180 degrees
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 3 Apr 2022 22:12:42 +0000
  ...of seat rails while it is off, and then Vaseline for lubrication (doesn't stain carpet which invariably will be contacted by seat rails...
• Re: Diesel Folks: Machine Intermediate Shaft?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 10 Oct 2016 18:34:03 +0000
  ...that the pockets provided by the rust held oil and helped lubrication. I don't know if I buy that or not, but he...
• Re: Lubrication of sliding door - How to?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Morton
  Tue, 15 May 2007 11:45:49 -0700
  I found a simpler way to lubricate them. I hauled a load of hydraulic cylinders a few weeks back and at least one of...
• Re: Wheel squeal more info not solved
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 16 Jul 2019 02:21:27 +0000
  ...wheel bearings.  Since then, I have been religious about front bearing lubrication at 2 year intervals.  Cheap insurance. Rich San Diego On Monday, July...
• Re: Oil leak since rebuilt 2.1l installed
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:10:02 -0400
  ...gauge and > oil temp gauge along with an external oil cooler so I should get warned > quickly of any lubrication troubles. > > carry on, > -Ry >
• Re: Chrome Barrels - Iron Rings
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Calvin
  Mon, 6 May 2002 23:41:15 -0400
  ...The chrome > crosshatching will hold oil and help in lubrication of the rings after > breakin. The chrome plated cylinders stand up to wear extremely...
• Re: tackling sloppy shifter (4 speed)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 13:36:11 -0800
  ...It only occurs from clutzty shifting and lack of lubrication and proper attention, in m opinion. I'm dealing with two vanagons right now...
• Re: The Thompson Coupling
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 3 Dec 2007 22:47:03 -0500
  ...with an Then, there are claims that "Does not require special lubrication Does not require a dust boot," but they also say that the...
• Re: home engine repair happenings: final fixes and oil presssurelight woes
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 13 Mar 2001 09:20:39 -0800
  ...The additives supposedly boost the lubrication effectiveness up to the higher number, but they remain thin, not what you want in a WBX. You...
• Re: lock problem
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Tue, 29 May 2001 08:54:50 -0500
  ...description, I would guess that a new key is in order. Lubrication has been suggested, but the need to wiggle generally indicates the need...