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• Larger or additional radiator?
  Historical mailing list - Karen Olson
  Mon, 30 Jul 2001 16:00:58 -0600
  Has anyone had any experience increasing the coolant volume by installing a larger radiator or an additional one? I'd like to keep my...
• Bars Stop Leak... Pros and Cons for "slight Head leak"
  Historical mailing list - Mark Johnson
  Sun, 3 Aug 2003 08:52:09 -0700
  ...Do you put it in the overflow tank or the radiator.... if the latter how do you access the radiator?
• Re: Confessions of a blind mechanic
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:54:44 -0400
  ...Maybe in a pinch that would work for something like my initial radiator leak? I know many folks have used it but I’m...
• Re: How to - or not - bleed the cooling system
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 9 Feb 2006 06:32:31 -0800
  ...Another way, at least on my '84, > was > to trim part of the metal bracket over the radiator. > > John > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Larry Alofs...
• Re: radiator bleeding valve
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 8 Jan 2007 21:01:11 -0500
  If you have the original "Bolt" in the top of the radiator, it has a slot up the side of the threads and just...
• Radiator Temperature Sensor Fittings NVC
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Tue, 25 Jul 2006 12:40:35 -0700
  I'm in the midst of replacing the radiator on my Dodge Colt/Mitsubishi Mirage. Bought a new rad locally and removed my old...
• Re: waterboxer longevity
  Historical mailing list - Sam Scholten
  Mon, 30 Mar 1998 11:13:53 -0800
  ...Some guys around town have had to put some Bar's Leak into their systems for the radiator, and my radiator was replaced by...
• Re: 85 1.9 w/AC Overheat at Idle
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Wed, 24 Mar 1999 13:18:52 -0600
  The possibility exists that you may - emphasis on may - have a clogged radiator. Have you felt the radiator at different areas? If it's...
• Re: '87 AC Radiator Fan Question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 Sep 2001 19:50:06 -0400
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: '87 AC Radiator Fan Question Does the radiator fan run whenever the AC is on for the '87 AC...
• Re: coolant pressure guage
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 23 Oct 1999 08:11:57 -0700
  ...Alistair >The heater core is in line with the engine, not the radiator, so it will show >the same pressure that's currently in...
• Radiator/Engine running temps
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Wed, 17 Jul 2002 10:31:25 -0700
  I was told by a mechanic that the radiator's temperature should be about the same as the engine's temperature when running. Well...
• Trading my 1962 Buick for VW BUG,BUS or VAN
  Historical mailing list - dieselslave
  Sun, 11 Jan 2004 19:08:07 -0500
  ...replacing fan relay switch in radiator > The new radiator I put in had a bleeder screw in the front top left. > I could get...
• Unusual Vanagon D radiator sidetank baffle failure and DYI soldering
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Sun, 10 Jul 2016 17:37:40 +0000
  Has anyone had the baffle in the radiator side tank that separates the upper and lower half fail / come out of place? The Vanagon...
• Re: Radiator Fan
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 4 Jun 2020 13:42:49 -0700
  it could be radiator fan switch (the one on bottom of the radiator) get corroded or too much calcium deposit on it which making...
• radiator thermoswitch threads gone
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 14 Nov 2011 08:34:49 -0800
  ...The bearing swap went well, but when we replaced a faulty thermoswitch on the radiator we found that the threads had completely disappeared from...
• Re: diesel conversion
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 4 Aug 2004 21:41:38 -0400
  ...He said the radiator was from an Audi 4000. Electric fans inside the engine compartment draw air through the radiator in one direction or...
• I need a radiator fan shroud for an 84-85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Thu, 14 Jun 2018 16:49:31 -0400
  I am looking for a good used radiator fan shroud for an 84-85 1.9l Vanagon. If you have one, please let me...
• Re: drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 5 Oct 2014 10:23:37 -0500
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > >>> > >>> > >>> The radiator was replaced four years (40k miles) ago with a new radiator. The coolant pump was replaced five years...
• Re: Overheating Advice
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:00:47 -0700
  You should test to rule out a clogged radiator and a bad thermostat. Here is what I would do: Remove the grille and with...
• Re: You know how just when you think you're wrapping up, the radiator bleeder screw head shears off?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:42:15 -0800
  ...It was an old radiator.... Rob vwrobb@gmail.com
• i need a radiator BAD as in by tomorrow..wednesday
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Tue, 15 Sep 1998 22:47:26 -0400
  to all the md vanagonauts, if u know of a place that carries new radiators for a 1984 vanagon stick shift, aand u get...
• Re: Need input on radiator problem
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Wed, 7 Feb 2007 13:36:57 EST
  ...With a properly working radiator that fan on high speed brings the coolant temp down pretty quickly. With the compromised radiator what chance does...
• Infrared Thermometer Readings....analysis & feedback requested
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Fri, 20 Sep 2002 13:06:48 -0700
  ...203? Left Head: (measured under van - just behind Valve covers ) 205? Waterpump: @ 185? (tough to reach) Radiator: (R&L Facing the radiator) Right side...
• Re: no heat
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Fri, 16 Dec 2005 07:46:17 -0500
  ...The thermostat completely removes the radiator from the cooling circuit if it's working properly, so covering the radiator won't give you any...
• Re: radiator replacement
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:19:32 -0700
  ...you do not need to disconnect the coolant lines until the radiator is on the ground. It just swings down and uses the lines...
• Re: boiling the radiator out?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Fri, 23 Mar 2001 20:47:11 -0500
  I took the radiators from our 85 and 86 to be "blasted " out. If memory serves me it consisted of a heat, pressure and...
• pipes to radiator
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Hill
  Wed, 2 Sep 1998 11:27:10 -0500
  I need a set of usable pipes from the engine to radiator, metal or plastic, for an '84 Vanagon. If someone who has these...
• Diesel Radiator Removal
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mugge
  Wed, 25 Oct 2000 15:51:28 -0500
  My 82 Westy Diesel recieved a very large hole in the radiator yesterday. I was thinking of replacing it myself. Are there any hidden...
• Radiator Fan 87 w/AC
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Wed, 25 Oct 2000 15:03:35 -0400
  My radiator fan is making more noise on low speed than it used to. Are new two speed fans available for less than $500...
• 91 GL radiator removal
  Historical mailing list - Dan Haydon
  Thu, 6 Nov 2003 11:49:20 -0700
  Hi all, I am going to replace my radiator this weekend and (still) have not purchased a manual to work from. Can you offer...
• Re: Overheating
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 21:56:02 -0600
  Jonathan Farrugia wrote: > john > > you could pull the radiator and have it flow tested at a local radiator > shop. you could also use a...
• Re: Need input on radiator problem
  Historical mailing list - Jim Kurpius
  Wed, 7 Feb 2007 07:51:32 -0800
  ...Did you test that both radiator fan speeds were working properly? You mentioned the high speed would come on, but nothing about the low...
• Re: Woody's woes/ botched bleeding
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Fri, 25 Dec 2009 08:43:36 -0500
  ...Well, at least misery likes company, I guess! I have already put in a new radiator, so I am thinking there is an air...
• Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90 - compressor on for Aux Fan to kick-on with 90 model??
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Sun, 23 Aug 2015 10:59:39 -0400
  ...The radiator fan switch senses the water temperature in the radiator closer the outlet than inlet. A higher temp thermostat will make less coolant...
• Re: Still need help getting some Vanagon radiator related parts
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 28 Jun 2016 14:34:02 +0000
  ...I need the upper radiator mount (welded > on but can be easily taken off with a chisel and hammer), the two lower > mounts and...
• Re: radiator grill
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:58:42 -0700
  ...Monday, July 18, 2011, 4:09 PM I tried to remove the radiator grill in my 91 Doka.� I don't want to force...
• overheating vanagon 86
  Historical mailing list - matthew
  Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:25:36 -0500
  ...but if the bubbles are coming out of the radiator bleeder it could be the radiator? I am a novice, and a pump seems...
• Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90 - compressor on for Aux Fan to kick-on with 90 model??
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Wed, 2 Sep 2015 14:54:52 -0400
  ...The radiator fan switch senses the water temperature in the radiator closer the outlet than inlet. A higher temp thermostat will make less coolant...
• Radiator Fan temp Sensor Failure
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Mon, 9 Nov 1998 17:41:16 -0800
  I recently replaced the temp sensor in the radiator that controlls the radiator fan with a cooler version so it would come on sooner...
• Re: Radiator
  Historical mailing list - John P
  Tue, 23 May 2000 22:43:10 -0000
  ...Keep in mind that the 82 is > a one year only radiator but dimensions should be close to a WBX. Different > mounting layouts are...
• Re: How's this idea for diagnosing overheating?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 22 Jul 2005 08:27:13 -0700
  ...1) water pump bad, 2) thermostat bad, 3) radiator clogged, 4) fan not working. If the thermostat or pump are the problem, neither radiator...
• Re: -Thermostat bypass, was Bleeding front radiator
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 Mar 2002 18:59:21 -0500
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: -Thermostat bypass, was Bleeding front radiator ---OK, Thanks for all the responses to this, but everyone is pointing me...
• radiator question And warning light
  Historical mailing list - Monika Besser
  Wed, 16 Sep 1998 15:23:02 EDT
  Thanks for the replys which I received regarding my pleas for a replacement radiator for my '87 Vanagon. The mystery of the so-called...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:11:19 -0500
  ...mcneely ---- Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@MAC.COM> wrote: > On late model vanagons (86 and later) the radiator fan is a 3 speed fan. Under most...
• Re: Radiator removal
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Wed, 30 Aug 2006 09:08:21 -0300
  So what were your symptoms that suggested your radiator needed replacement? Have you noticed any difference with the new radiator in? Pascal '84 Westy...
• Re: Engine running COLD
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 10 Feb 2011 21:12:16 -0600
  ...Owsianowski" <pnoceanwesty@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > I'm sure the experts will chime in, but that sounds like a less than > effective radiator. They do...
• Re: Coolant Overflowing!
  Historical mailing list - LOREN BUSCH
  Sun, 28 Dec 2003 21:27:25 -0800
  ...1) Is the system bled properly? Air in the system the most common cause 2) Thermostat (already mentioned) 3) The radiator!!! I fought cooling...
• Re: Removing radiator bleeder screw
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:24:29 -0400
  ...If you then >> loosen the radiator bleed bolt a turn the pressure in the system will >> release out of the radiator bleed hole, pushing...
• Radiator cooling fan - stuck ON!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Tue, 1 Jun 2010 10:22:48 -0700
  ...bad radiator fan sensor/switch. I stole the radiator fan switch from my other Westy (it's waiting for a head reseal) and installed...
• Re: parts list for radiator replacement on 1988 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dustin Robertson - Backcountry.com
  Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:36:26 -0600
  ...It seems my radiator is losing cooling efficiency because it gets hot when I am cruising fast like above 75 mph. Since I live...
• Re: radiator fan speeds vs AC
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 16 Jul 2013 14:04:51 -0400
  ...Either the AC or the radiator switch can call for the high speed. If the radiator calls for the high speed the AC compressor...
• Re: Radiator disappointment
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 22 Feb 2023 19:30:43 -0700
  ...The Behr/Hella radiator I installed three years ago (but bought maybe ten years ago) was marked ‘Service’ but was made in South Africa...
• Re: Longer bleeder screw safe?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 13 Dec 2012 11:32:19 -0700
  ...I'll try another hardware store > tomorrow, but I'm wondering if anyone knows what's under the threads > in the > radiator--can you...
• Re: Radiator fan won t turn off '89 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Gary Kovach
  Fri, 9 Oct 1998 11:23:41 -0400
  ...to make things interesting, i unplugged the > thermal switch on the radiator (3-prong) and it still goes on with the key. > i bought...
• Re: Fw: Head Problems (87 GL) The rest of the stor...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Jan 1999 09:22:03 EST
  ...So my opinion is that it is either a bad radiator (I sell these new for $175) or the two front radiator hoses are...
• rad replacement
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 21 Jun 2012 19:45:35 -0700
  ...Nothing very special, but some pics of radiators and space at front of van with rad out. http://shufti.wordpress.com/2012/06/21...
• Re: Overheating
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Wed, 24 Aug 1994 16:10:07 -0500 (CDT)
  ...It was cured by rodding-out the radiator. It What does "rodding out the radiator" mean? Thanks. -- Gerry Gerald Skerbitz <gsker@lenti.med.umn...
• 87 GL Radiator Replacement w/AC
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Wed, 13 Nov 1996 18:06:13 -0600
  Volks, Anyone replaced a radiator in a circa 87 Vanagon w/AC. How difficult is this job with the A/C condensor in the...
• What AM I doing wrong? (bleed radiator)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Elfelt
  Mon, 13 Dec 1999 09:11:56 -0500
  Thanks for everyone's input on bleeding my radiator. I think I got it finally okie-dokie. The unit looks mighty spiffy.... one of...
• Radiator replace
  Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
  Sat, 10 Feb 2001 17:49:39 -0700
  So I drained my coolant, pulled off the grilles, unbolted the old radiator and dropped it.....right onto the spare tire bars. I tried...