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• audi rims
  Historical mailing list - Alex Madison
  Tue, 8 Dec 2009 08:44:47 -0800
  Hi Found a set of these I am interested in and found some specs someone used on a syncro but I'm not sure...
• Re: Tranny synthetic oil?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 25 Feb 1997 21:17:39 +1100
  ...Redline MTL specs out to work even >better, Vavoline is just what I could get easily. Synthetic oils also >transfer heat better than dino...
• Re: vanagon crew cabs?
  Historical mailing list - SyncroHead
  Thu, 14 May 1998 09:36:54 EDT
  ...Also, Canadian models are very close to USA specs, making them less difficult to import compared to other countries. Regards, Jim Davis
• Re: [WetWesties] 87 Westy running poorly
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Sat, 24 May 2003 09:31:07 -0700
  ...I checked my compression about 8 months ago & the specs were, 140, 140, 150, 135. Low but even. I checked it again today & it...
• Re: tire rolling resistance
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:21:27 -0700
  I've never heard of any rating system, or specs that say what a given tire's rolling resistance is. I do find that...
• Neato workshop manual
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Wed, 15 Feb 1995 08:09:44 CST6CDT
  ...SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS' WORKSHOP MANUAL SERIES No 48 VOLKSWAGEN with specs. repair and maint. data covering type 2-transporter series 1200-1600 Printed by Kenmure...
• Re: Syncro Alignment Spreadsheet--Angle Units!!??
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Mon, 13 Jul 1998 18:24:35 -0400
  We want to give the alignment shop specs in the same format that they use. If they use "Angle Units," whatever that is, then...
• dimensions of bottom bed
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 13:58:07 -0230
  ...Are there specs on the web somewhere? Joy
• RE: specs for Vanagon '86
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Tue, 12 Sep 1995 09:24:00 -0700 (PDT)
  > What I'm looking for now in a hurry is a starter as mine >seized on the *boat* trip over from Canada to Belgium...
• Belt drift?
  Historical mailing list - Leong, Norman
  Wed, 29 Oct 1997 15:50:43 -0800
  Hello, all Have any of you experienced a condition in which your vehicle's front end alignment specs are dead on, but yet will...
• Re: Tyres... Snow?
  Historical mailing list - David-M
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 09:43:35 -0400
  ...Avon CR25 WinterVan 185R14 "C" Reinforced 102/100 load index (This is a good winter tire) speed N (87mph) Full specs on the above...
• Re: RPM vs MPH
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 15 Dec 1999 18:42:48 -0600
  ...the specs handed out by vw for the u.s. models was SAE net HP @ rpm .... 70 Kw/90 HP @ 4800 rpm SAE net...
• VANAGON WASSERBOXER HIGH PERFORMANCE TORQUE CAM NEW WOW
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Mon, 10 May 2004 20:56:55 -0500
  ...High Performance Chips,and K&N filterchargers too! STAGE 1 Cam Specs are.. Lift with Stock Rocker .355 Lift with 1.25:1 Rocker...
• Re: Torque specs for wheel bearing housing (rear)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 1 May 2017 05:31:58 +0000
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• A tire option for the original wheels.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 8 Mar 2014 22:38:22 -0500
  ...The specs are a direct replacement for the OEM 205/70-14 tires often supplied from 87 and later. These also have a higher...
• RE: RE HP and Torque Specs
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Fri, 08 Mar 1996 09:36:00 -0800 (PST)
  >48 Horsepower is an option! Haha! That's one I think I'd opt not to >get! Please don't tell me they put...
• Re: Head gasket again...
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 09:55:14 -0500
  Eric Zeno wrote > > When you do, torque to specs., > and then add a 1/4 turn to the wrench. You will not have any...
• Re: alignment
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 5 Sep 2009 11:09:03 -0400
  ...alignment > > Bentley makes no distinction in the alignment specs between a van and > a > Westy. Is that correct? > > I need to get an alignment...
• Re: filler plug not drain
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 16 Apr 2001 16:24:46 -0700
  ...On the other hand, Autospiel also uses Pennzoil GL5 (non synthetic), which is clearly *not* what VW specs either, but he claims it works...
• Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 1 Jun 2015 12:33:50 -0400
  ...The drive side was only > > warm. > > Hence my be question of torque specs. > > > > > > Does anyone know what the correct torque specs for the rear...
• Re: New cheap Costco tire found - Load C, BFG, 14"
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 22:17:10 -0500
  Check out this link for the company specs on this tire. http://www.bfgoodrichtires.ca/assets/pdf/commercial_ta_all_season.pdf Note that...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 10 Feb 2010 to 11 Feb 2010 - Special issue (#2010-129)
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Thu, 11 Feb 2010 18:14:22 -0800
  > Does anyone know how the TIICO camshaft compare the ABA cam? Does > anyone have the specs, like lift, duration etc? According to my parts...
• Re: lug nuts--broke a socket--socket strength investigations...
  Historical mailing list - SyncroHead
  Tue, 14 Apr 1998 02:11:51 EDT
  ...You retorque them to specs with a 24" cheater bar. You might want to try using a torque wrench. Regards, Jim Davis
• Re: Legacy Turbo (whole car) F/S
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 16 May 2002 20:42:48 +1200
  ...This is Subie power like the >WRX, con huevos grande... >Specs: 2.2L Closed Block EJ22T estimated 200HP The better WRXs put out over...
• 27x8.5R14 Tires
  Historical mailing list - John Mahnken
  Sat, 22 Feb 2003 17:06:35 -0500
  ...My question is,do these tires fit the stock 5.5 rims without a problem? The specs for these tires are 6.0 to...
• Re: Spare-tire Pan Bolt Spec
  Historical mailing list - Jeff at Vanagonparts
  Wed, 22 Sep 2004 21:17:14 -0700
  ...N 900 920 01 Specs: 12mm X 1.5mm X 35mm Cheers, Jeff www.vanagonparts.com -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Re: End of the list? Was Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Fri, 5 Jun 2015 21:50:16 -0700
  You're blaming FB because you are not using tools made available to you?! Go to your privacy settings and set to approve anything...
• Re: Tires
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 11:10:21 -0500
  ...Though not always an indicator, OEM tires are often specifically made to meet vehicle maker specs for price rather than quality. mcneely ---- Michael Snow...
• Re: Battery at Costco
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 11 Dec 2011 18:23:46 -0800
  While some battery industry specs give dimensions that make the 48 too tall every 48 I have purchased was the same height as the...
• Re: 16" rims w/41mm offset on 2wd?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:19:47 -0800
  On 2/27/08, Zeitgeist <gruengeist@gmail.com> wrote: > > Has anyone run or heard of running rims with the following specs on a 2WD...
• shocks for a Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
  Tue, 3 Nov 1998 12:33:12 +0200
  ...each Back shocks R1300.00 each Does anyone know what the specs are for the Syncro shocks so that I can try and mix...
• Re: 133 mph WB?? BUNK!
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Fri, 22 Jan 1999 13:08:42 +0100
  ...The URL with technical specs is: http://www.vwn.de/deu/technik/111kw.html Sorry, it's in German, UK pages under construction, just...
• 1.6 -> 1.9 pistons ??
  Historical mailing list - R.Joseph Murphy
  Mon, 30 Aug 1999 07:30:19 -0700
  ...NA pistons and Turbo Pistons differ also correct? Are the 1.9 specs posted any where? Many thanks, joseph
• Re: vanagon Digest - 7 Nov 2002 - Special issue (#2002-1314)
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 17:16:09 EST
  ...ORG writes: << I'm also looking for 10 used lugbolts with specs 14mm 1.50 RH 32mm Shank 53mm Overall (These are slightly longer...
• Re: '85 Wasserboxer article
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 19:49:21 -0800
  ...Pretty funny comparison of the Vanagon to a Porsche..."new" engine > specs, etc. Worth the read for enthusiasts! > > D. Kahler > dkahler@ups.edu > '85...
• BR-3 OBDII Interface
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Turmel
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 17:30:44 -0400
  Hi, Has anyone on the list used that interface? I f yes did it work according to specs? Did it work with Windows XP...
• Re: On weight
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 2 Oct 2005 21:44:48 -0600
  "So why, invariably do the tire inflation specs have higher pressure to the REAR on Vanagons?" my $0.02 It's mostly dynamics because...
• Re: Tires/wheels for 90 Jetta (LVC)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Sep 2005 12:07:45 EDT
  ...the junkyard to get some nice 14" wheels. > What are the specs for the wheels? > > > any 4 lug watercooled vw wheel will fit. BMW...
• Starter Bolts 91 Automatic
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Sat, 21 Apr 2007 18:57:34 -0400
  ...Can anyone provide tips, and the top bolt specs? Thanks!!! Jack
• Re: 8-hole alloy wheels from GoWesty?
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Thu, 11 Apr 2002 12:11:20 -0400
  ...But the real meat of the article of the discussion of specs and their importance.<br> <br> At 08:40 AM 4/11/2002...
• Re: Tires - Why oh why NOT?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sat, 14 Mar 2009 20:33:12 -0400
  ...Minimum load capacity specs only tell you which tires you should rule out, not which tires are best. There are still variations in quality...
• Shameless Vendor Troll Post - Vanagon Coil Springs are Finally Done
  Historical mailing list - Steve S.
  Sat, 4 Jun 2011 22:28:13 -0700
  ...http://www.syncro.org/schwenksprings/vanagon_springs.html For info and specs, see: http://www.syncro.org/schwenksprings/vanagon_springs_p.2.html These...
• Re: collant pipes (was gas tank and straps)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Tue, 8 Mar 2011 10:51:19 -0500
  ...Good thinking though if the specs would have been right. -- Thanks, Jeff '85 GL (Gertie) '90 Carat (Grover - the noble parts donor) '78 Bus...
• Tire Info: Nexen SV-820
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 16:42:23 -0700
  ...Information is specific to Vanagons. "About 40% less than the Michelin Agillis, but with the exact same specs. An excellent buy." http://www.germansupply...
• Derek's Syncro alignment specs
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Mar 1996 08:50:54 -0500
  Back when the list was just starting, Derek Drew posted modified specifications required for proper alignment of the Syncro. Last night I tried to...
• Re: Gas Tank Sealer
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 13 Apr 95 9:59:17 EDT
  ...of those, make sure you first clean with acid to VW specs like listed in the older Bentley manuals. Also important to let dry...
• Re: Bucking on acceleration?
  Historical mailing list - Tony Thompson
  Fri, 1 Sep 2000 12:08:51 -0400
  ...On my 85 if the timing is set to specs it always balks on accelerating from stop. The mechanic now sets the timing and...
• Re: Kingpin inclination spec for Vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - DaveC
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 16:21:23 -0700
  ...See <http://www.dnai.com/~voicebox/misc/susp.jpg> Any takers? >Its called the castor. >Specs should be in the Bentley or Haynes. -- Dave...
• Stumble/stall/high idle '91 carat
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Sat, 24 Sep 2005 18:29:36 -0400
  ...sensor voltage and it was right at specs ( 5 volts ) Checked timing and it was in specs 40 degrees BFTDC @ 3000 rpms Van starts...
• Re: RE HP and Torque Specs
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Fri, 08 Mar 1996 09:47:32 +0000
  > Std. Gas. Optional Diesel > > Bore x stroke, in 3.70 x 2.80 3.01 x 3.4 > > Displacement cu in/cc 120/1970...
• Re: Ouestion about brakes-No VW Content
  Historical mailing list - Seth C. Bruggeman
  Thu, 3 Dec 1998 14:57:51 -0500
  ...and your fingernail catches in the grooves...you should check the specs to see if a grind would be feasible. I used to work...
• Re: Porsche Boxster
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Hunnam
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 19:51:13 +1000
  ...Porsche Boxster >As we line up to abandon the water boxer I was just wondering if anyone knows >technical specs on the engine in...
• oh no, Wheel offset again! Help!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Thu, 4 Mar 1999 13:54:05 -0500
  ...I looked through the archive only to find 3 listed specs for the OEM wheel offset, 30, 33, and 35. What is the general...
• Another good deal on tools
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Thu, 25 Nov 1999 20:42:38 -0600
  ...They are SAE approved, chrome vanadium, very nicely finished, meet proper hardness specs, and are half the price of the similar Sears Craftsman. Even...
• Re: Engine stops running at red lights
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 16:15:52 +0200
  ...The specs are on my wbx spec site. PerL 87 Syncro 112i
• Re: [DIESEL] Turbo drainage to pan (Vanagon)
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Mon, 30 Jul 2001 19:00:28 -0700
  ...either. -Dana- Bryan Belman wrote: > Can anyone provide info on the specs of the hole that would have to be > drilled into the block...
• Re: LEDs for idiot lghts and temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 4 Oct 2001 23:23:35 -0400
  ...Anybody know >what the specs of the current LEDs are so I know what to replace them with >to get them brighter? Or will...
• Re: Battery dead AGAIN!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 30 Apr 2007 01:44:28 -0400
  ...All Vanagons take a Group 41 battery (Group 91 is a substitute with higher specs. Every brand of battery that >I< have ever bought...
• Re: diesel questions
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:33:30 -0700
  ...For any > brand > look for the VW specs 504/00 and 507/00. This will also lock you > into lower > viscosities such as 5w...
• Re: Interesting Tire Comparison
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Edwards
  Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:58:05 -0500
  ...But > it clearly illustrates that you cannot go by sidewall specs (such > as load > capacity) alone. Those specs are important in order to rule...