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• Re: Bad fuel economy (solution)
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Sat, 31 Aug 2013 08:01:16 -0400
  ...a 10% reduction in fuel economy for >>>> the gas with 10% alcohol. >>>> Only in my camper was it a 20% reduction. >>>> This evening I...
• Re: Wipers suddenly not working, trip tomorrow
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Sat, 1 Jun 2013 22:00:08 -0500
  ...How can I test > if > > power is coming off that terminal? > > > > Also where is that load reduction relay, and how would I check it...
• Re: Ask Yourself Folks, What Would a Good Running One cost?
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sat, 13 Jul 2013 17:59:14 +0000
  ...have about 5 for sale.....might even have a n inventory reduction > sale . > located s outhern oregon. Decent vans too , no rust, none are...
• Re: Starter solenoid wiring question - '86 AT
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Wed, 1 Jun 2016 09:14:52 -1000
  ...Does anyone know what this does? > > > This question is, of course, about original wiring and not an added > auxiliary load reduction relay. Also, It...
• Re: LineX Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:23:29 -0400
  ...edge of the ball and producing big eddies, giving a net reduction in drag. The lift is significant, by the way. I did a...
• Re: Tires Again - Medium length travelogue, and misc.
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 31 May 2002 14:51:27 +0000
  ...This will account for about a 3.5 percent reduction in engine RPM. If you figure 4200 RPM at 70, then I'm turning...
• Re: New platform-www.vanagon.us.com?
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Tue, 20 May 2008 22:08:13 -0400
  ...decent search in a reasonable amount of time - possibly a large reduction in duplicate posts (tires, coolant, etc...) - ability to link to older posts...
• Re: Refrigerator elimination thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Mon, 25 Jun 2018 22:51:26 -0400
  ...run my original 1.9 engine for some time the weight > reduction probably could not hurt. > > Of course the space would probably fill pretty...
• Re: syncro transmission bash plate project finished
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 24 Jun 2012 22:24:07 -0700
  ...I know that having that stock diesel noise reduction under engine cover installed in my I4 gasser did raise the oil temps a bit...
• IRS Conversions?
  Historical mailing list - No Quarter
  Sun, 2 Jun 1996 19:55:17 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I remember though, that by looking underneath, it had the reduction boxes on it. Now I hear about these IRS conversions that in effect...
• Re: sway bar?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 May 1995 11:54:35 -0700
  ...Rear bearings run in oil in the reduction gears y'know. Wiring, eewww. Let your fingers do the walking. Eug, '71
• Re: Coatings for exhaust systems
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Thu, 14 Oct 2004 00:23:46 -0400
  ...Different manufacturers make assorted claims on the heat retention properties of a ceramic coated exhaust...some as high as 30% reduction in radiated heat...
• Re: 2mpg reduction in fuel economy: confirmed when sporting a roof rack.
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 19:20:19 -0800
  lifting will have little effect if it does not change the airflow underneath. The bottom of the van is so aerodynamically "dirty". If the...
• On the road and need some help
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Sat, 19 Feb 2011 16:12:16 -0800
  ...It is missing and has a serious reduction of power when under load. It starts up and idles, but is running real rough, no...
• Re: [Syncro] stretch Syncro/Vanagon lives!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 22 Dec 2002 10:43:14 -0800
  ...me for more info on it. > > I also offer custom gear reduction starters that will work in a 091 / 094 > transmission so starting your...
• Re: Tire Noise was <No subject given>
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 6 Nov 2003 15:06:28 -0800
  ...at the dealership I work for puts Nokians on the Demo's for safety and noise reduction, they do not want customers getting an...
• Re: Gas prices redux
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Mon, 12 Mar 2007 21:01:21 -0700
  ...go up depending on domestic inventories....unless there is a major reduction in the world price. Anthony '89 Syncro GL (Hidalgo) Robert Fisher <refisher...
• Re: [T1] A journey of sight and sound, inside the rear hubs...
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 Mar 1996 12:21:01 -0500
  ...since I have the wheels/drums off I was thinking of reduction gear/bearing maintenance. The bearings don't seem to have any play...
• Re: Driving Lights?
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Tue, 22 Apr 1997 07:37:26
  ...The reduction in daytime collisions is very significant (I believe 10 to 20%). Kelly Bauman Delta, BC '91 Westy
• Re; Noise Reduction
  Historical mailing list - Reinhard Vehring
  Thu, 21 Oct 2004 21:50:02 -0700
  --- Terry K <CTONLINE@webtv.net> wrote: > > Reinhard, > Allow me to disspell any thought's you may have that > the Dyna Mat does > not work...
• Re: Oil Level Min vs Max
  Historical mailing list - ROGunter
  Wed, 18 Mar 1998 05:52:02 EST
  ...cooler oil OR is it an sensor 'artifact' caused by a reduction in the amount of 'hot' oil (due to sub-optimum oil level...
• Re: Double T Trouble
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 5 Oct 2001 00:01:07 EDT
  ...the original chemical "alloy" to provide hardness and rigidity (sometimes swelling reduction). The net result is often fractures and crumbling under stress. In general...
• Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 26 Jan 2017 20:36:15 +0000
  ...Gowesty reduction starter user input please Thanks Karl. Almost missed your reply. This makes more sense now; the kep or whatever set up is...
• Re: Vanagon engine noise - collapsed lifter?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Sat, 3 Dec 2011 06:34:05 -0500
  ...Zinc will damage the catalytic converter, and this damage is the sole reason for the reduction of ZDDP in the current crop of oils...
• Re: Anyone Want a '65 single cab?
  Historical mailing list - Lonesome Electric Turkey
  Thu, 8 Feb 1996 13:21:32 -0600 (CST)
  ...can get you new gates if you want > * rebuilt transmission and reduction boxes > * new brakes > * fairly new engine > * has minor rust in cargo area...
• Re: early bus parts for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 15 Jun 1996 13:23:54 -0400
  ...But, I do have transaxles, reduction gears, front ends, doors, bumpers, windows, popouts, switches, relays, guages, and more. I do travel to SF a...
• Re: Sudden drop in milage
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 12:29:58 -0400
  [snip] > reduction in > MPG (From 18mpg to 15 mpg) and a over rich stench at all speeds/loads. [snip] > My Oxy sensor indicator light...
• Vanagon Painting and Window Trim
  Historical mailing list - Paul Terry
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 13:58:02 -0500
  ...and what do you know about the window trim and noise reduction? a. Van � Caf�: http://www.van-cafe.com/vanagonparts.jsp?pa=ip...
• Re: Gowesty starter problems
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 5 Sep 2016 06:21:33 -0700
  ...an adapter plate (I used Karl’s plate) and a {gear reduction} diesel starter from the VW TD/TDi engines (prior to the Pumpe...
• Re: Repost. Troubleshooting a Circuit
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 22 Feb 2013 20:29:47 -0800
  ...Bentley near me. > > The relay Mike refers to is the "load reduction" relay. > > This is a distant memory from my VW Bug days, but...
• Re: heater fan whine
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:32:10 -0800
  ...The OP asked how to fix the whine in the motor, not load reduction. I want to know the answer also. � Robert 1982 Westfalia...
• Re: Mobil-1 shortage
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:47:23 -0500
  ...engine design)? The only concern (again, IMO) is the EPA related reduction in ZDDP, a friction reducer important to flat tappet engines. I use...
• Re: What causes the ignition switch to get hot?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:10:32 -0500
  ...20 track 40, goes to the headlight switch and the load reduction relay coil) or the 15 circuit (track 37 -- skinny wire to panel...
• Good Bye - Traded Westy for Kia
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Sat, 1 Apr 2000 06:36:08 -0500
  ...Then came the proverbial straw that broke the camel's back....the reduction boxes on the rear axle were gone! I don't mean...
• Re: 14" to 16" Wheel Upgrade User Input Please.
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 22 May 2013 10:14:25 -0700
  ...without increasing the brake's size...that would result in noticeable > reduction in actual braking force...eh? I know the effect is dramatic > when...
• Re: Cold Weather starting
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 16 Feb 2023 21:35:46 -0600
  ...Cold Weather starting > > Hi David, > > I would recommend Karl’s adaptor that works with either a TDI or gas > gear reduction starter. Same advantages...
• Re: Replacing the starter on my 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 21 Jan 2017 18:37:59 -0600
  ...I have a gear reduction starter few months ago .. it's too young to tell the difference... anyway whatever starter you put in I...
• 86 Westy Electrical Questions/Problems
  Historical mailing list - K & K
  Mon, 2 Sep 1996 21:09:31 -0400
  ...What does the load reduction relay do ? 3. Bentley shows a 2nd. stage rad. cooling fan relay , I can't find it on the...
• FW: [busalert] 1962 23-window bus stolen in San Jose on 1-20-00
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 24 Jan 2000 14:41:43 -0500
  ...It had a new 1776 with a single > weber 40, 96 plate oil cooler, spin on filter, rebuilt trans with > reduction gears, and an...
• Re: Starter Wires 91 Automatic
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Sat, 28 Apr 2007 18:23:12 -0400
  ...I just found out that it is a Gear Reduction IMI-101 This was sent as a warranty replacement (For the 91 Westy our...
• Re: Drafting (was Re: Engine to auto-tranny match and the Indy 500
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:17:59 -0400
  ...Greg Potts wrote: > >> Hi Marc, >> >> The benefit of "drafting" is the reduction in relative wind speed >> lessens the load on the engine. >> > Surely the...
• Fw: Re: Emission Failure - Excess Hydrocarbons - Oxygen Sensor? (
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 23:19:56 EDT
  ...could cause excessive HC's- A valve leak will cause a REDUCTION in the vacuum the engine can produce at idle. Check that the...
• Re: Installing an after market radio?
  Historical mailing list - David Hally
  Sun, 2 Sep 2007 16:43:56 -0700
  ...You might also want to check if it has power when > starting > - some circuits are powered through a load reduction relay which cuts > power...
• Re: AIR FLOW METER
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 09:25:46 -0500
  ...http://busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=0280202079 This price reflects a temporary reduction, as I had to buy a lot of them to get...
• thermostat
  Historical mailing list - Mitch Covington
  Wed, 8 Nov 1995 17:27:18 -0500 (EST)
  ...I went ahead and rebuilt it anyway, without one, then cringed after reading Bob Hoovers sermonette about the reduction of life without one. Not...
• Re: Piston Rings, HELP
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 11 Jun 1998 23:47:55 -0400
  ...Measurable reduction in piston leak down after they break in. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: zyno <zyno@DC.INFI.NET> To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon...
• Re: What is it with the US? (No real van content)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Mon, 25 Jun 2007 17:17:41 -0400
  ...and since cost reduction is the single largest priority for automakers in 07, followed by emissions, then fuel econ and CAF� requirements. It seems...
• Re: hard to start in the morning
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 5 Nov 2016 08:15:20 -0700
  ...cap and rotor > - hard start relay from Jay Brown > - new starter from VC (rear reduction style) > - all vacuum hoses > - AFM has 20µF capacitor inside...
• Re: Lights out last night.
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 11:55:20 -0500
  ...Anyone have any suggestions, > > Thanks, > > chris Chris, The X-Relay (load reduction relay) is no longer working. BTW, you don't have windsield wipers...
• Re: Oil pressure warnings, WAS: Mann Oil Filter and lifters- EGR
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 5 Mar 2014 00:11:30 -0500
  ...from leaky vapor recovery systems are a common > failure the NOx reduction is an extremely important part of smog > control. This is why the...
• New subject: Improved AC performance
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Tue, 9 Jul 2002 23:03:54 -0500
  ...I > eliminated the problem with the switch by installing a gang of three 40 > amp load reduction relays inside the air conditioning cabinet to...
• Starter review 4 years later
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 22 Apr 2021 20:31:53 -0400
  Karl Mullendore makes a adaptor for the vanagon allowing the use of a TDI gear reduction starter. 4 years ago I purchased it and...
• Re: "House Tags," "Motor Homes," and Insurance
  Historical mailing list - David Ruppe
  Tue, 8 Oct 1996 12:12:23 -0500
  ...researched the > topic and telephoned with the pleasant news of a reduction in premium > of about 45 percent for the year. > <<snip>> hi- i...
• Re: � � � Re: Questions re. A udi 3A engine swap (after searching the arc hives)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 6 May 2004 02:31:32 EDT
  ...As to the clutch, for the larger diameter clutch to have more towing capacity, its contact area must exceed the gear reduction comparison in...
• Re: WTH!! First it headlights, now wipers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 4 Feb 2011 16:23:44 -0500
  ...heater blower and rear defogger are all powered by the load reduction relay (small relay, might have 24 on it? - first page of Bentley...
• my santa analysis FRIDAY
  Historical mailing list - Dan Soiney
  Thu, 23 Dec 1999 21:45:09 -0600
  ...4.12:1 R and P, .89 fourth gear, 25 in tall tire, no reduction boxes. No reduction boxes!! at 3432000 ft/sec who...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 21:44:10 -0700
  I have a 91 Carat, which I silenced, execpt for the footwells that are by the door bottom. These areas have no sound deadening...
• Re: Crisp detailed Jpegs from Vanagon Microfiche wanted - please help
  Historical mailing list - Robert Rountree
  Sat, 20 Feb 1999 12:48:12 -0500
  ...To give you a feel for the scale of this reduction, that's about >1/1000th of the full size area per page and...
• Re: Subagon starter
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 10 Nov 2014 13:51:13 -0800
  ...Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > You really need a gear reduction starter for the Subaru engine. GW sells > one, and you can also...
• 1986 VW Bus - Volkswagen Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:29:28 -0400
  ...REAR HUB BEARINGS AND SEALS, CV JOINTS, GEAR REDUCTION STARTER, REAR BRAKE SHOES, REAR WHEEL CYLINDERS, FRONT CALIPERS, FRONT BRAKE PADS, FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS...