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• Re: How do you carry your cargo?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 30 Nov 2007 21:16:28 -0600
  ...transmissions or things of this size. I end up > > using rope to tie large > > item to the seat belt mounts or the mounts for...
• Re: South African Secrets Revealed (Ken comes clean!)
  Historical mailing list - Vanman
  Thu, 3 Dec 1998 07:56:06 -0800
  ...These kits will allow >you to put a 5-cylinder motor into a manual transmission Vanagon (syncro or >2wd) only. They never did the...
• RoadHaus - Reflections on 2003
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sat, 7 Feb 2004 09:04:21 -0700
  ...Starter = 1 Fan Belts = 3 (tough Alaskan & Canadian roads) AC Compressors = 3 (still doesn't work) Water Pumps = 2 CV Repack (front) = 1 Transmission...
• Re: Dan's Diesel Rebuild Part 6
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Thu, 27 Sep 2001 17:58:00 -0700
  ...It had no head, and the transmission had > > been removed. The engine was teetering on two motor mounts. It > turns freely, > > and there is...
• Pulling the tranny yourself
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Wed, 10 Nov 2004 22:09:00 -0600
  Hi Chris, You absolutely can replace your transmission yourself. Less than a year ago I had done no more than changed my oil and...
• Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Sun, 9 Feb 2014 12:05:33 -0800
  ...as engine noise-vibration is > somewhat arrested at the engine and transmission mounts, but have to > ask. > > > Neil. > > On 2/9/14, Dennis Haynes...
• Re: That recent post bashing Tiico..one on Yahoo subaru too.
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 2 Nov 2007 14:39:55 -0700
  ...Syncros and automatic transmission Vanagon included!" Chris S. '84 Westy -> http://www.knology.net/~vw/vws/hershey/ '01 NB TDI -> http://www.knology.net...
• Re: Shift knob rattle help??
  Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
  Tue, 15 Jun 1999 08:24:47 -8
  ...the vibration level (which may be exacerbated by loose or broken engine or transmission mounts) and clearances between the linkage components (e.g. the...
• Re: Cooling/fuel/exhaust System Overhaul
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 9 Jan 2015 14:49:42 -0500
  ...fuel pump.) > >>>> > >>>> - GoWesty SS exhaust kit > >>>> > >>>> - new motor mounts (already installed a new poly transmission mount > >>>> bushing... trying to sort out some bucking I...
• Lots of parts available very cheap/Free. (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Nettles
  Fri, 23 Aug 2002 22:40:11 -0600
  ...One automatic transmission, also could use rebuild, but was working fine for me, free to a good home. Some overhead grey AC ductwork (Wolfsburg...
• Re: [Syncro] Syncro Transmission Removal Advice?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:49:45 -0800
  ...Re: [Syncro] Syncro Transmission Removal Advice? Nope, the bostig's in the other van. -Craig On Tue, Dec 21, 2010 at 11:07 PM...
• Re: Trip Contingencies
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:13:46 -0700
  ...minor exhaust leak, automatic transmission leaks a > bit but works fine. The transmission is my only major worry, as it's > more or less...
• Re: "windage tray" and other I4 conversion comments
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 18:22:55 -0800
  ...The front > transmission mount is common to any system. Many of the aftermarket mounts I > have seen are hard mounted to the frame and...
• Re: New engine decision and break-in questions
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 2 Jan 2006 15:05:42 -0600
  ...The > repair included some unusual items (motor mounts, bad distributor and > a failed ECU, and a requested transmission service) that bumped the > price up...
• Re: seeking Air Cooled info/advice (82 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 14:04:25 -0400
  ...Loosen the motor to tranny bolts slightly, the transmission (nose) mount bolt [about 4 turns loosened] and the mount-to-frame bolts slightly. 8...
• Re: South African Secrets Revealed (Ken comes clean!)
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Thu, 3 Dec 1998 09:02:36 -0800
  ...These kits will > allow > you to put a 5-cylinder motor into a manual transmission Vanagon (syncro > or > 2wd) only. They never did the...
• Re: Friday subject - are we on the list just old farts?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Sat, 15 Feb 2020 17:01:57 +0000
  ...Added VNT turbo, modified engine mounts, retuned ECU, audi intercooler, oil coolers, more gauges, etc. Frightening cash expenditure, but stimulating and so much fun...
• Re: Now it starts: racing idle
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 22 Aug 2014 13:17:26 -1000
  ...Is it possible that I have loose/worn transmission or engine mounts which are allowing enough play to affect the throttle at idle? The...
• Re: Doubts
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Thu, 4 Feb 1999 17:27:16 -0500
  ...It mounts on the bell housing. b) How much complicated is the TDI engine electrical wiring ? It's a pretty clean installation at least...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 7 Sep 2009 14:29:25 -0400
  ...Transmission drained and refilled (manual transmission). I've redone all the ignition parts -- plugs, points, rotor, cap, wires. New air filter. New fuel injection...
• unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:05:40 -0600
  ...Systems that have been overhauled include all fuel lines, all cooling hoses, water pump, radiator, front suspension bushings, CV boots, motor mounts, and more...
• Re: Compare & Contrast: Diesel Westy vs. 2.1 WBX Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 14 Jun 2003 20:34:24 -0400
  ...a 50 degree installation on diesel mounts using a diesel bellhousing and flywheel AND preferably a diesel transmission (either ratio). I found Frank Grunethaner...
• Audiovox CCS-100 Cruise Control Installation
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Sun, 19 May 2002 12:57:07 -0400
  ...I mounted the servo assembly itself under the van just to the left of where the rear heater mounts (http://home.earthlink.net/~tjhannink...
• Re: clutch chatter fixed, thanks
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 17 Apr 2014 11:30:31 -0500
  ...And then of course you will be right back where you >> started having to pull the transmission. >> >> One other thing - and I hope someone...
• Re: Power steering line question
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:29:48 -0400
  ...for the CV work I > cleaned and explored my engine and transmission area. I made a few > discoveries I need advice on. > > First, my...
• Re: Pulling the tranny yourself
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rule
  Thu, 11 Nov 2004 03:41:48 -0800
  Hi Chris, A couple other tips for newbie transmission pullers- having pulled 2 out this week (my first-ever vanagon tranny pull, 2x!), putting...
• Re: Rear Vibration
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Sun, 8 Sep 2013 10:15:36 -0700
  ...Is there a wear issue with the >> > automatic transmission that could be causing it? >> > Thanks, >> > Finn >> > Taos, NM >> > 87 Westy Pooh >> > 89 Westy Roo >> >
• Re: Jackin' Up The Van
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 30 Dec 2004 02:41:33 -0800
  ...I considered, briefly, putting the jackstands under the bumper mounts out front but I decided that was a bit iffy and I was being...
• Aircooled vanagon acceptable oil temperature / timing problem?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 3 Jul 2002 08:45:12 -0400
  ...radiator mounts (thanks vw mags) to mount the cooler >> on. as well as some 90 degree fittings. I used a Hayden, >> Inc. transmission oil...
• Aircooled vanagon acceptable oil temperature / timing problem?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Wed, 3 Jul 2002 11:08:17 -0400
  ...radiator mounts (thanks vw mags) to mount the cooler >>> on. as well as some 90 degree fittings. I used a Hayden, >>> Inc. transmission oil...
• Re: Rear Vibration
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Tue, 10 Sep 2013 14:07:30 -0700
  ...Is there a wear issue with > > > the automatic transmission that could be causing it? > > > Thanks, > > > Finn > > > Taos, NM > > > 87 Westy Pooh > > > 89 Westy Roo > > >
• Re: Redline MT90
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 2 Apr 2016 00:59:58 -0400
  Is this the same van that just had the transmission installed? This is the way they returned it to you? Biting my tong until...
• Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:25:53 -0400
  ...I hope you get a silver lining, and keep us posted on your trip and the transmission. Best, Eric Caron > On Sep 26, 2024...
• Re: [syncro.org] Question to the group about Syncro shifting problems
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 11 Feb 2007 21:20:27 -0500
  ...Also, next time, you also want to loosen the front tranny mounts and disconnect the center drive shaft from the tranny. Dennis -----Original Message...
• Re: instruments, interviews
  Historical mailing list - Dave Black
  Thu, 16 Feb 1995 09:57:44 -0700 (MST)
  ...Wacky possibilities > include transmission oil temp, exhaust gas temp, manifold vaccuum, > a VDO clock... and an altimiter! :-) How 'bout an inclinometer? And, oh yes...
• Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sun, 29 Sep 2024 06:11:28 -0700
  ...It would be great if it turns out to be something simple like tires or driveshaft but I'm mentally prepared for a transmission...
• Parts Sources for the TDI Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Mon, 23 Feb 1998 19:24:07 -0500
  ...Suitable T3 transmission. (Helmut has a list of all the ratios available) The mounting bolts for the bellhousing and transmission. Coolant hoses and fittings...
• Repost: Aircooled vanagon acceptable oil temperature / timing problem?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 4 Jul 2002 10:07:22 -0400
  ...radiator mounts (thanks vw mags) to mount the cooler >>> on. as well as some 90 degree fittings. I used a Hayden, >>> Inc. transmission oil...
• Re: more collision damage found
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:21:27 -0400
  ...The crossmember where the rack mounts has been bent back, causing the front of the rack to pivot down so that the U joint...
• Re: Broken Stebro Muffler Bracket / Malcolm's trip
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 9 Aug 2005 05:51:48 EDT
  ...Also, undue vibrations from improperly running engines and or worn/broken motor and or transmission mounts. Please verify that all of these conditions have...
• Re: '82 diesel 1.8 conversion
  Historical mailing list - byron nemela
  Tue, 21 Aug 2007 09:15:13 -0700
  ...as the diesel and that modification is only needed to the transmission mounts (when switching to an air-cooled). So can we expect the...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 21:40:43 -0500
  ...An often overlooked part is the front strut (radius) rod mounts. These wear in the center and when really worn can damage the chassis...
• Re: BN4 Heater in '85 Vanagon Westy.-Follow-up!
  Historical mailing list - JCLC Thomasson
  Sun, 23 Aug 1998 20:14:22 -0600
  ...So I mounted it outside, parallel with the axles, above the transmission. I hung it from above (with the right orientation) using the existing...
• VR6 Camper - 1st-trip report (long)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Brunson
  Thu, 21 Aug 1997 02:23:15 UT
  ...The '93 MV had been our first disappointing VW with many nagging reliability problems, and engine / auto transmission / engine mounts that shook the car...
• Re: Dan's Diesel Rebuild Part 6
  Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
  Thu, 27 Sep 2001 21:40:50 -0400
  ...It had no head, and the transmission had > been removed. The engine was teetering on two motor mounts. It turns freely, > and there is...
• Re: I-4 conversion general info
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 25 Oct 2015 11:58:17 -0700
  I don't see a cheap way to do this on an '85 Digijet with an automatic transmission. FAS's kit for the auto...
• Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 28 Sep 2024 13:23:34 -0600
  ...Systems that have been overhauled include all fuel lines, all cooling hoses, water pump, radiator, front suspension bushings, CV boots, motor mounts, and more...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:59:19 -0700
  ...chassis has 145k > miles). > Transmission drained and refilled (manual transmission). > I've redone all the ignition parts -- plugs, points, rotor, cap, wires. > New air...
• Re: OT: Eurovan forum information?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 21:37:22 -0400
  ...possibly the pump, transmission repair, front drive axles/wheel bearings, struts/shocks and the fronts will likely need the mounts/cushions at the top...
• Re: Tranny musings (or, getting stuck on my lawn)
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Thu, 28 Aug 2014 13:04:59 -0300
  ...I was thinking about updating that one then swapping out my current transmission {I also have a line on a 5-spd ASR transmission...
• Re: Now it starts: racing idle
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 22 Aug 2014 17:48:00 -0400
  ...Is it possible that I have loose/worn transmission or engine mounts which are allowing enough play to affect the throttle at idle? The...
• FS Type IV Engine Parts, Heater Boxes, Flapper Valves
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 20 Oct 2002 00:44:30 -0500
  ...2 Vanagon DK standard 4 speed transmissions (I've run both of these boxes and know them to be very good) $450.00 each...
• Re: I-4 conversion general info
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 25 Oct 2015 17:13:47 -0700
  ...Doesn't make sense $$ wise for me, but I can see it working for '86-91 with a manual transmission. Stuart -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 7 Sep 2009 19:04:54 -0700
  ...chassis has 145k >> miles). >> Transmission drained and refilled (manual transmission). >> I've redone all the ignition parts -- plugs, points, rotor, cap, wires. >> New air...
• FS: Enhanced 1988 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:16:35 -0400
  ...Engine (many changed parts to improve reliability, longevity and performance), Transmission (South African 457 ring and pinion, lowers RPM's, Heavy duty four spider...
• Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:44:59 -0700
  ...Systems > that have been overhauled include all fuel lines, all cooling hoses, water > pump, radiator, front suspension bushings, CV boots, motor mounts, and > more...
• Re: Fri: opinion on the proper conversion for Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 14 Jan 2018 17:26:12 -0500
  ...5 sp manual transmission, powered by an inline VW motor that's installed on the factory inline deisel engine mounts. I happened onto this...
• Re: BN4 Heater in '85 Vanagon Westy.-Follow-up! (2nd try!)
  Historical mailing list - JCLC Thomasson
  Sun, 23 Aug 1998 20:57:45 -0600
  ...So I mounted it outside, parallel with the axles, above the transmission. I hung it from above (with the right orientation) using the existing...
• Re: Questions re. Audi 3A engine swap (after searching the archives)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 6 May 2004 02:11:02 EDT
  ...westfalia, > 2WD, 4 speed manual transmission.�I�plan to install an 8 valve Audi 3A �with > used diesel mounts and diesel bellhousing and�to...
• A Comment on TDi Engine rpm vs. Longevity and Economy
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Sun, 24 Feb 2008 07:24:45 EST
  ...New converters are advised to regear transmissions dropping 3rd and 4th to put rpms in the range of 3000 for 70 mph. I have...