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• Re: CV Joints (as long as we are discussing it)
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 19 Apr 2011 21:05:00 -0400
  My '87's boots were just going bad this year; 24 yrs old! I put new boots, clean/ inspected/ re-greased/ re-located all...
• Re: Electrical Connector dust boots
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 14 Jun 2010 10:38:33 -0700
  ...Electrical Connector dust boots > > dielectric grease. > that'll do the same job quite well. > > officially a rubber boot would be part on an entire...
• 1991 Vanagon Front Brake Caliper Rebuild Struggle
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
  Wed, 19 May 2021 19:58:41 -0700
  I spent a lot of time yesterday trying to get the brand new caliper dust boot to seat as part of my goal to...
• Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Tue, 16 Aug 2016 16:48:01 -0700
  Here's what appears to be an IRS split boot for an Audi, for sale in my local Craigslist. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby...
• Das Boots (AKA: things you might over look)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 28 Dec 2012 16:02:41 -0800
  ...My new boots have acid/chemical resistant soles. Can't recall if old ones had that. Maybe not? IMO, a good idea if wrenching...
• Re: Same Syncro CV Boots F/R?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Jan 1996 20:17:10 -0500
  In a message dated 96-01-04 15:59:45 EST, steveh@pauli.emu.com (Steve Hoge) writes: >Are the boots I need for...
• Re: O2 sensor coax (sic) wire terminating
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Fri, 25 Jan 2002 08:55:57 EST
  ...As for stretching the boot over the combed-back braid cum shrink tubing, it is no problem as long as: 1/ The boot is...
• 1.9l Main Bearings, and 1.9l Air Intake boots (List Specials)
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Wed, 23 Oct 2002 09:55:01 -0400
  ...I also still have the 1.9l Vanagon air intake boots (the boot that goes between the air flow meter and the throttle body...
• CV boot replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 18 Oct 2023 22:05:46 +0000
  Hi all.I believe I have to replace the inner cv boot on my driver's side axel.  87 Westy.  I thought it would...
• 2.1 VS 1.9 AFM
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 25 Jul 2010 09:57:01 -0700
  Aside from the physical difference of the inlet size at the rubber�boot end, are there any real differences between these two items? If...
• RE: boot: shifter linkage
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 22 May 1996 08:56:11 -0700
  ...Date: Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com> From: Subject: Re: boot: shifter linkage Is Camelback a local dealer, or can I get them...
• Re: CV Joints[via LSMTP - see www.lsoft.com]
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Nov 1997 15:17:16 -0500
  ...Check the boots of both sides for wear. Probably the one that is bad the boot is ripped somewhere. Replace boots as necesary. Axle...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:46:46 -0500
  Some of the VW replacement boots came with what look like large plastic ZIP ties - I've put them on several BUG axles and...
• Re: Grease on axel
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 2 Oct 2023 12:42:19 -0400
  ...In answer, I would have said, get a good look at all the boots including the one with Greece. If a small cut or...
• 87: shift rod bushing modification
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sat, 4 May 1996 09:09:22 -0700
  ...The modification adds two boots and a new improved bushing. Vanagons built after June 1987 include this change. My syncro was built before then...
• Re: ball joint boots
  Historical mailing list - jules
  Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:11:58 -0500
  ...1:11 PM, Mike Riley <mkriley@fuse.net> wrote: > �all my boots are split does anyone have a relatively easy solution for this. > ball...
• Re: nicknames for the generations
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 4 Oct 94 13:31:32 MDT
  ...versa) is either a camping/hiking boot or baby shoes. > > but if you call it 'das Boot', that means a boat, and usually a...
• Mystery connector
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Sat, 29 Jan 2000 14:31:29 -0800
  ...The boot says "Germany" on it and has a VW emblem, so I'm assuming this is stock. Anyone know what this is for...
• Re: Eurovan e-brake boot (picture)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Fri, 7 Nov 2003 15:31:42 EST
  The boot looks great. It brings up a question I had a while ago.... My e-brake doesn't have the nice plastic handle...
• air intake boot NLA?
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:42:08 -0500
  Hello, I am looking for a new air intake boot (between air cleaner and throttle body) for a 1982 air cooled vanagon. The part...
• Re: not receiving any posts
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:17:40 +0000
  ...So I doubt you've been booted.  Only Terry from Chicago got that, good friend that he's been to me, he should have...
• Re: E-Code Light Question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Mon, 22 Feb 1999 08:49:16 -0800
  ...All came with the rubber > boots for the socket. > > Victor... > > On Sat, 20 Feb 1999 20:30:44 -0800 David Marshall > <vanagon@VOLKSWAGEN.ORG...
• Re: CV Joints (as long as we are discussing it)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 19 Apr 2011 21:44:05 -0400
  A properly packed CV joint should not have any grease in the boot at all. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Re: New Starter - Works, but no start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Mon, 21 Oct 2013 21:28:14 -0700
  ...Did the air intake boot come undone ? Did anyone LOOK where the work was just done ? I always take off the air intake boot...
• For Capt Meschwitz from Boston
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 29 Oct 1996 14:24:59 -0500
  ...What's the best CV boot available, and >> where can I get them? Is there a split boot available (for a temporary >> measure)? >> >> Also...
• unstable in wind
  Historical mailing list - brad horner
  Tue, 24 Mar 1998 17:56:24 -0500
  ...There is a slight tear in the lower ball joint boot. This will be patched with GOOP. I am going to buy a syringe...
• tie rod end removal Q
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 03:26:59 EST
  I need to separate the tie rod end from the steering knuckle to replace the boot on the steering rack. I suppose I could...
• Re: Location of tranny number--Follow Up
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 20:03:47 -0700
  ...The gearshift shaft rubber boot is all tore up. This allowed dirt and moisture in. In my quest to replace this boot, my local...
• Re: Help! Drive shaft broke off at CV joint (tranny end)
  Historical mailing list - P. Stanhope
  Thu, 9 Jun 2005 21:04:45 -0700
  Oh i forgot to mention the shaft bolts sheered off at transmission end where the boot is. So it sounds like all i need...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:33:12 -0500
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts > > > > At 11:16 AM 8/30/2011, Jim Felder wrote... > >> Johnson Foreign Auto, my local...
• Cheapo CV Boot repair(emergency only)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:05:12 -0500
  Our Subie Outback had a front inner boot blow and not having the cash for a new axle jsut yet, I got creative for...
• Re: Power Steering boots filling up with fluid??/
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 22 Aug 2009 12:09:51 -0500
  Bad seals in the rack itself? John Rodgers 88 GL Driver aaron bright wrote: > I just recently changed the boots on the ends of...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:53:08 -0700
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts Some of the VW replacement boots came with what look like large plastic ZIP ties...
• Re: What symptoms from leaking AFM boot?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 20:49:57 -0600
  ...What symptoms from leaking AFM boot? > > > > >>Since I never got an answer when I asked this question before, I'll ask >>again. What symptoms...
• Re: steering rack - r&r
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 8 Jul 2003 09:25:40 -0400
  ...But do fix that torn boot, or it'll be broke soon enough. My van had a torn boot when I bought it last...
• Re: 251 711 167 E Boot - cheap fix
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Tue, 7 Oct 2003 16:29:01 EDT
  If you are using the inner tube to replace the rubber boot, get the largest size inner tube you can get for a bicycle...
• Re: Cheapo CV Boot repair(emergency only)
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 25 Mar 2011 18:52:48 -0400
  ...Once, I repaired a CV this way on bus when the boot went bad. I had a new boot in a box, but didn...
• Re: E-Code Light Question
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sat, 20 Feb 1999 20:30:44 -0800
  All the lights that I have recieved have NOT included rubber boots in the box. I was originally led to believe from my supplier...
• steering boot replacement
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 1 Dec 2013 03:39:56 -0800
  ...One other post in that thread suggested loosening the steering rack for better access to the back edge for the boot installation but I...
• Re: rear cv boots
  Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
  Thu, 27 Mar 2003 14:12:46 -0500
  ...Before using these, I have NEVER seen a CV joint fail if its boot was still intact. I have now replaced 3 joints that...
• Re: steering boot replacement
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Sun, 1 Dec 2013 13:22:33 -0800
  ...I lubed the boots with spray silicone - works great on rubber, but yes I have certainly used dish detergent many times. >A right angle...
• Steering boot replacement advice on 85
  Historical mailing list - Caston/Payne
  Thu, 6 Jan 2000 11:59:58 -0500
  Vinnie (our 85 Westy) failed our beloved VA inspection process due to a cracked steering boot on the passenger side (US). I've got...
• Headlight upgrading
  Historical mailing list - Nick Feickert
  Mon, 28 Sep 2015 11:57:17 -0400
  ...The problem I have is that the dust boots on the back of both of my 7" buckets are are deteriated to nothing. Where...
• Re: Electrical Connector dust boots
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 21:28:47 -0400
  ...Electrical Connector dust boots dielectric grease. that'll do the same job quite well. officially a rubber boot would be part on an entire...
• Re: Eurovan e-brake boot (picture)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Fri, 7 Nov 2003 15:51:40 -0500
  ...Wouldn't be surprised if the boot wouldn't swap, too. I am going to try both items off of my '89 Jetta this...
• e-brake boot (the underside)
  Historical mailing list - Mark
  Sun, 6 Dec 2009 22:15:22 -0500
  ...can I pull up the carpet and remove the boot - the boot on the underside of the vehicle - once I unhook the cable from...
• Re: Vendors Come Through
  Historical mailing list - Doug
  Fri, 12 Mar 2004 13:34:42 -0500
  ...Does that mean that the "boots" had fast feet in them? >What can I say .... thank you, Ken. Good work. I'll make it...
• FIXED Power passenger window intermiitent failure
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Fri, 31 Jan 2003 13:27:24 -0800
  As suggested by a list member the intermittent power window problem was indeed a broken wire inside the driver door boot routing wires to...
• Re: Air intake boot
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 21 Apr 2006 09:49:32 -0700
  The intake boot for the air cooled model 80-83.5 has been NLA for some time now. The water cooled variety (there are...
• 86 Vanagon CV boots replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Mar 96 21:01 CST
  My van has one torn CV boot. I was wondering is it an easy procedure to replace. Which is the best replacement part (original...
• Insulated pop top sleeve / cold weather boot/ heating/ insulation
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 14:21:29 -0700
  ...I have been looking for any ideas on a "cold boot" for the top and here Robin is over in Germany buying a factory...
• Re: WTB: 2.1L intake boot
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 20 Jul 2008 16:40:26 -0400
  ...On Sat, Jul 19, 2008 at 10:02 PM, Chris S <szpejankowski@gmail.com> wrote: > I need a non-syncro 2.1L intake boot...
• Re: Planning Trip--Tips?
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Sat, 01 Oct 94 13:01:15 CDT
  ...I have 1 split CV >joint boot (right inner), and 1 upper _ball joint_ boot. I will >definitely replace both of them, and the...
• Fuel in intake boot?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer 19618-5th Ave so Seattle WA 98148
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 01:13:06 EST
  ...So, upon removal of the intake boot I discovered gasoline in the intake boot, and in the throttle body intake. Can you tell me...
• Re: CV GREASE?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Rountree
  Wed, 23 Jun 1999 08:39:43 -0400
  ...only at the small end of the boots.... just as a guide, I used 20 pumps (with a hand grease gun) and Canadian Tire...
• repacking left axel, perhaps do it when you do your slave
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 16:30:41 -0700
  ...Some insight on repacking either side is leave the axel clips in place and boots in place when possible. Clean the axels ends, removing...
• Re: Supercharger (was: 5 cyl. Audi in Vanagon - was Engine Conversions)
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Mon, 14 Aug 2000 21:35:08 EDT
  ...Not necessary to try to kick someone's trunk (or boot?) with a boot. There, stick that under your bonnet (hood). BenT
• Re: Supercharger (was: 5 cyl. Audi in Vanagon - was Engine Conversions)
  Historical mailing list - CHRIS STANN
  Mon, 14 Aug 2000 22:08:03 -0500
  ...Not necessary to > try to kick someone's trunk (or boot?) with a boot. There, stick that under > your bonnet (hood). Hey, are you...
• Re: Looking for ball joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Dawson
  Tue, 6 Nov 2001 16:11:49 EST
  Hi, Energy Suspension makes some great polyeurathane replacment boots for tie rod ends and ball joints. They come in different colors and four different...
• Re: CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Mon, 28 Apr 2014 06:51:54 -0400
  ...No boots last long as the quality just sucks. -craig > On Apr 28, 2014, at 2:55 AM, Dick Wong <sailingfc@DSLEXTREME.COM> wrote...