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• =?utf-8?Q?Re=3A_Bilstein_B6=2C_16=E2=80=9D_Syncro_shock_install?=
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:22:42 -0400
  ...End result was same ride height as before. I’ve got 19.25” fender lip to wheel centre. >>> >>> The old shocks, boge, I’m...
• Re: What size tire for 16" rim?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 25 May 2007 01:08:35 -0400
  ...This would be for a 87' Westy with normal height springs and we don't plan on off roading. ---------- Hi Kevin All good responses...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:38:49 -0500
  ...I'm considering > cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 wheel > disk brakes and...
• Re: Pre-loading Rear Springs re Syncro Suspension (even long-er)
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 19 Jun 1998 00:23:43 -0700
  ...You are right, that the > ride height is only because ofthe wheel diameter. > > i think if there is a concern about CVs then raising...
• Re: 84 Pretend Vanagon (Toyota)- don't knock 'em!
  Historical mailing list - M.R. Nimmo
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 09:43:06 -0700
  ...The passenger/cargo compartment is the same length and height, and a few inches narrower.) Eurovan is larger than the usual minimomivan and very...
• Re: Some ride height and suspension observations..
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 4 Sep 2007 11:53:16 -0700
  Just to point out Bill that you have the diff and axles up front but you've got the gas and tank over the...
• Re: H&R Lowering springs and Koni shocks
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 12:20:19 +1000
  ...While the low rider look and feel may appeal to some folks, I plan to use my truck as a truck and I want...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Sat, 6 Dec 2008 15:56:17 -0800
  ...asked before, but here it goes. > > I would consider increasing the ride height of my 90 GL in part > because somewhere down the road...
• Re: Your Opinion: Vanagon or Late Model Bus Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sat, 24 Oct 1998 09:09:32 -0700
  ...Get the front springs swapped side for side and the rear set back up to the proper height and they ride pretty nice. Of...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Fri, 1 Jan 2010 13:22:03 -0500
  ...I'm considering cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 wheel disk brakes and...
• Thule 953 Foot Pack
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Tue, 4 May 2004 14:40:18 -0700
  ...The problem is not their height (even without the extra spacers), but rather the steeply canted angle at which they sit, which forces them...
• Re: Syncro bad handling problem Now some weight stuff...
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 26 Jun 2008 20:19:28 -0700
  ...That process is known as "corner-balancing" in the racecar world and has to do more with ride height adjustment than weight. Think of...
• Sticking Clutch Disk: Lubing Transaxle Input Shaft, Transaxle Installed.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 23 Nov 2015 13:17:42 -0800
  ...might allow same? > A bottle jack was handy to tweak engine height at end nearest transaxle > when pushing the transaxle back on. > There was...
• Re: NVC My impressions of the VW Toureg
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Shawley
  Fri, 18 Aug 2006 21:37:52 -0400
  ...Again I am talking about the V8, fully loaded, adjustable suspension height and ride, version. Not sure what the cheaper version is like. If...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 18 Nov 2014 14:32:16 -0800
  ...My comment about wheel > > > strength was not about tire sidewall height, just wheel height vs. > > > strength in absorbing the shocks off off-road travel...
• Re: fitting 205/70R14 on 14 X 5.5 wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Sat, 16 Sep 2017 14:50:01 -0400
  ...1894 Westy Wolfie (same ride height as your 81) -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Karl...
• Re: Springs and spring rates
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Tue, 30 Jun 1998 11:06:42 -0700
  ...put spacers in between the spring coils you WILL raise the ride height > slightly. You will also reduce the number of active coils in...
• Re: List advice on winter repairs , shocks, and tire sizes.
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 1 Dec 2024 12:51:11 -0500
  ...On the 85, larger tire height even just a bit to help with MPG is my hope maybe 225/60 17 But, I must...
• Re: 85 Westfalia front springs
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 17 Jul 2018 12:55:06 +0000
  ...For the most part the aftermarket sells springs based on height or lift and usually they are replaced in sets of 4. Why do...
• Re: Westy Lean
  Historical mailing list - David Boan
  Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:06:20 +0000
  ...Because the spare rides on the bumper I think the impact of the weight is multiplied by the leverage created by sitting beyond the...
• Re: New VW Commercials
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Wed, 8 Mar 2006 13:46:05 -0800
  ...new VW GTI commercials? > > Un pimp your ride....hilarious! > -- --------------------------------------------- Donald Baxter 316 Ridgeview Avenue University Heights, Iowa 52246 www.onanov.com WSUI/KSUI Public...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 16:57:09 -0800
  ...asked before, but here it goes. >> >> I would consider increasing the ride height of my 90 GL in part >> because somewhere down the road...
• Re: Tires and Wheels - The best laid plans of Mice and Men.....
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Mar 2014 00:48:05 -0400
  FWIW that size is really the same height as stock. There are some XL versions available which bring the load index up to 99...
• Re: Speaking of Vanagon Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 09 May 95 18:59:17 CDT
  ...since 1988, the vanagons were 30mm lower in ride height. for "entry access", they said. eh? also some 85-87 wolfsburg models had this...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 14:03:09 -0800
  You have bigger problems than just a broken shock! Shocks don't generally effect ride height much, and certainly not enough to put the...
• Re: 91 ride, (was:No Subject)
  Historical mailing list - Bren Smith
  Tue, 2 Jul 96 17:27:58 -0700
  ...Tire height in mm, measured tread to bead, divided by width above, multiplied by one hundred. Speed ratings: (The maximum speed the tire can...
• road test: 1986 vanagon camper syncro
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 06 Feb 95 15:11:22 CST
  ...It rides well, steers beautifully, and handles better than its height would suggest. You feel the grappling of gravity and height, but the Camper...
• Re: Questions about Vanagon springs
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 13:30:30 -0700
  ...Stronger >spring must equal harder rider--right?) So... > >2. Then, as a follow up question about extra weight on one side: Do all >vehicles...
• SUV Roll Overs = Death Patch
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Sat, 16 Sep 2000 14:50:36 -0700
  ...of gravity, the syncro more so...and syncros with taller springs/ride height, even more so. Roll overs more frequently involve fatalities than most...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
  Wed, 19 Nov 2014 11:07:27 -0800
  ...My comment about wheel >>>> strength was not about tire sidewall height, just wheel height vs. >>>> strength in absorbing the shocks off off-road travel...
• Re: Mono Tube vs Twin Tube Shocks (dampers)
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 14 May 2020 17:59:26 -0700
  ...and original design mistakes we also changed the springs to > increase ride height. So now instead the shock spending most of its time mid...
• Re: The Spring is Sprug (Westy Springs)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff and Deb
  Tue, 14 Nov 2000 23:03:19 -0800
  ...My > van rides nearly identically in height to a very clean 1982 passenger > model van owned by my friend's sister, so my springs...
• Re: Pre-loading Rear Springs re Syncro Suspension (even long-er)
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 19 Jun 1998 00:29:26 -0700
  ...You are right, that the > > ride height is only because ofthe wheel diameter. > > > > i think if there is a concern about CVs then raising...
• Re: ID Buzz
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sun, 4 Jun 2023 11:22:50 -0700
  ...Particularly for cars with lower heights. Also, when was the last time you saw a bench seat in the front of a car?<br...
• Re: (NVC)LAS VEGAS MEMBERS OR IDEAS!
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 18 Mar 2004 22:09:46 -0500
  ...In fact, even in the height of this promotion, only two of the strip-area casinos even had a "kids club" (commonly found in...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:24:03 -0600
  ...I'm considering > cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 wheel > disk brakes and...
• Re: Maybe now is the time to fill the tank of your extra car or "parts vanagon"
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Fri, 2 Sep 2005 19:00:08 -0700
  ...shhhhh > >> yup las vegas is nutty to ride in not for all.. > >> > >> I get great mpg so far. > >> > >> > >> > >> -----Original Message----- > >> From: Stan Wilder <wilden1...
• Re: fitting 205/70R14 on 14 X 5.5 wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 16 Sep 2017 10:40:53 -0400
  ...or bad tires. > > Good luck! > > Jack R. > 1894 Westy Wolfie (same ride height as your 81) > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• entertainment: 1956 road test
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 09 Jan 95 16:10:18 CST
  ...165 Height, in. ................. 76.4 Cargo area length, in. ..... 106.3 Cargo area height, in. ...... 53.2 Engine ............... flat-4, ohv Bore & stroke ........ 3...
• Re: GRRRR! (was RE: Raising poptop with kayak on roof)
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 01:33:43 -0500
  ...but vanagons are TOO TALL for those of us of appropriate > height - i.e. those who can just about almost stand inside without the...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - dylan
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 08:55:57 -0800
  ...I'm interested in making the van drive a bit better.� I'm considering cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or...
• Re: Advice requested....'81 AdventureWagen
  Historical mailing list - Art McGinn
  Mon, 11 Aug 2003 20:23:43 -0700
  ...the vagon rides like a lexus on the freeway. cheers and good luck. art mcginn, san fran > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Brian Dipert" <bdipert@PACBELL...
• Model Summary for 1988 Vanagon USA
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Jan 1996 13:11:52 -0500
  ...All '88 Vanagons adopted the lowered ride height of the 1987-1/2 Wolfsburg Edition. Some '88s had A/C controls mounted in the...
• Re: Advise me on a radiator change...
  Historical mailing list - Dieseldoofus
  Thu, 21 Sep 2017 10:13:21 -0500
  ...size and height when you drain the system. If I remember right its a lot like being on a crazy ride at a water...
• Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 11:25:39 -0500
  ...I'm considering cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 wheel disk brakes and...
• Re: Trouble in Barstow
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 26 Feb 2006 14:20:04 -0700
  ...Jim Davis HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745 Phone: (626)673-7632 Email: SyncroHead@aol.com Comments: My schedule is busy, but I'll help if...
• =?UTF-8?Q?Re=3A_Bilstein_B6=2C_16=E2=80=9D_Syncro_shock_install?=
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:17:03 -0700
  ...End result was same ride height as before. I’ve got 19.25” > fender lip to wheel centre. > >>> > >>> The old shocks, boge, I’m...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 13:03:57 -0800
  ...asked before, but here it goes. >> >> I would consider increasing the ride height of my 90 GL in part >> because somewhere down the road...
• Model Summary for 1987 Vanagon USA
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 12:58:53 -0500
  ...This model also has body colored rear view mirrors and a new ride height lowered by 1.2". VANAGON GL STANDARD FEATURES: A. Drivetrain...
• Re: Bilstein b6 Syncro front shock perch spacers
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 25 Apr 2020 17:28:45 -0700
  ...As go up in height the increased angle of the tie rods will increase changes in toe angle as the suspension articulates. About 20...
• Re: Need Vanagon Tires
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Thu, 22 Sep 94 08:39:45 CDT
  ...because of the height and weight of the buses, it helps with the cornering and bashing of curbs. :) i made the mistake of getting...
• Re: 2000 Eurovan at local dealership
  Historical mailing list - A & C Grobey
  Sat, 15 Jan 2000 09:28:05 -0800
  ...Similar ride height as the Vanagon but with more of a carish feel. Also you can tell that the motor is up front (although...
• Re: Syncro bad handling problem
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:10:19 -0700
  ...It totally has depended upon the van, the height/weight and the driver, when it comes to getting it "right" in my experience. What...
• =?utf-8?Q?Re=3A_Another_thing_I_didn=E2=80=99t_know_about_my_van?=
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 12 Apr 2021 23:33:07 -0400
  ...Need to go for a test ride to see if clunk is reduced and bonus is table doesn’t swing out. My table is...
• Re: putting a poptop on a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Tue, 7 Aug 2001 14:39:05 -0700
  cool another bike rider on the list, hey send pics I would love to hack my 85GL into a pop top, this would be...
• Re: ID Buzz
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sun, 4 Jun 2023 22:49:15 +0000
  ...Particularly for cars with > lower heights. Also, when was the last time you saw a bench seat in the > front of a car? > > Todd...
• Who is interested in auxilulary fuel tanks ?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 6 Jan 2010 11:32:56 -0800
  ...Custom size &ndash; I can increase or decrease the height of the fuel tank to suit your needs. So for now, I would like...
• Re: Saggy Westy Rear
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 11:27:52 -0700
  ...I have an '86 Westfalia. >> > I >> > have noticed that my rear ride height is low on the drivers side. I >> > have >> > read that this...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 18 Nov 2014 01:12:20 -0500
  ...My comment about wheel > strength was not about tire sidewall height, just wheel height vs. > strength in absorbing the shocks off off-road travel...
• Re: Mono Tube vs Twin Tube Shocks (dampers)
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Thu, 14 May 2020 17:34:50 -0700
  ...and original design mistakes we also changed the springs to > increase ride height. So now instead the shock spending most of its time > mid...