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• Re: California Emissions...
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 7 Apr 1995 17:37:35 +0100
  Amen to the gripes about smog checks. Why Mexico City has jumped so far ahead of California in the air pollution race - because of...
• I am looking for the South African lower wrap-around grill
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 20:52:17 -0600
  I was just checking out the Volkwagen of South Africa website and saw a real cool looking lower grill and other items. Check out...
• how to check starter please help
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Rueb
  Wed, 10 Apr 2002 15:16:19 EDT
  ...not crank or does it get direct power from battery any way to check a starter without removing 87 wolfsburg 4 spd 2wd patrick
• Re: correct link Re: Air ride suspension for the Vanagon???
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 1 Apr 2003 01:45:43 -0500
  Is there anyone who lives near Longview, WA who can check this kit out? I've contacted the guy who makes these air suspension...
• Re: Aircooled Running Problems
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Thu, 1 Sep 2005 21:21:18 -0700
  ...I have checked everywhere for leaks in the injection system and can find none. I have done all electricall checks on the AFM and...
• Ignition Problem
  Historical mailing list - Eric Unrau
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 09:51:41 -0800
  ...I�ve checked and re-checked the wire connections and order, but still no ignition. Any suggestions? Haven�t gone as far as checking...
• Re: Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 17 Dec 2002 21:20:21 -0800
  ...I checked the fuse which controls same >along with the A/C, power windows, power mirrors etc. Any suggestions on >which to check next...
• Re: turn signal trouble when hitting brake pedal
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Sat, 8 Nov 2003 09:12:16 -0800
  ...And if you have a multi-meter, check each ground. Z --- mykarmann <marcusu240@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > Hello all > In my 86 gl the turn...
• vanagon on ebay
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Thu, 2 May 2002 09:09:34 -0700
  > > > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > 1 Vehicle Specifications > WV2YB0252GH056413 > 1986 > VOLKSWAGEN VANAGON BUS > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > 2 Title Check Clean Title > History Guaranteed > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > 3 Odometer Rollback Check POTENTIAL > Odometer Rollback Detected > -------------------------------------------------------------------------- > 4...
• Sure Flow faucet problem
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 15 Aug 2013 16:01:11 -0400
  ...I suspect a faulty check valve. Anyone else have this problem or did have it? Anyone have any possible tips to try before I...
• Re: Auto tranny fluid level
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:48:22 -0500
  I was under the impression that you check it WARM and RUNNING. I'm interested in finding out the answer, also. Michael in San...
• Re: Syncro Springs Payments
  Historical mailing list - John Clemens
  Sat, 6 May 2000 02:01:31 -0700
  ...Syncro Springs Payments Brent suggested that I check out paypal for handling the syncro spring purchase. I did and it looks great ...no checks...
• Re: Blinking Red Light--solved?
  Historical mailing list - Noto-Gaudette
  Thu, 12 Aug 1999 17:31:31 -0400
  ...SERVICE Check the coolant indicator LED according to the list below. The following applies IN ADDITION to tests listed in the Service Microfiche. . * refer...
• Re: Just when you think...
  Historical mailing list - Ed Duntz
  Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:02:33 -0500
  ...Just when you think... > Wow! I have this thing running well. > Oil leaks fixed - check > New water pump - check > New heads - check > Stable idle...
• Re: 71 no start
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 29 Jun 1995 23:33:25 -0400
  ...in checking when the rotor is at the #1 position the plug for #1 sparks, the piston is at TDC and the valve clearance...
• Re: Maintenance Schedule
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 30 Nov 2004 00:20:57 -0600
  ...I check the oil, check the coolant, check the power steering fluid level. I look underneath to see if there is any indication of...
• Help one Vanagon owner, please
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Fri, 9 May 2008 14:02:09 -0700
  ...All wiring has been tested and grounds cleaned between ECU and O2 sensor Temp II sensor checked-ok O2 sensor checked-ok (new in...
• Re: checking castor
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 2 Nov 2010 07:48:00 -0400
  ...His procedure helps me make some sense of the info in the Bentley which lets you check caster indirectly thru changes in camber at...
• Re: Windshield washer switch malfunction...
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 25 May 1999 18:14:05 +0200
  ...You can also check the pump by connecting it to the battery with some wires, and check if current comes through to the pump...
• Re: compression
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Sun, 22 Mar 1998 22:24:33 -0500
  >Here's the problem, just checked the compression today: > >1 100psi >2 100psi >3 150psi >4 155psi > >My book says that the min is...
• Cooling system pressue check
  Historical mailing list - Bob Whitby
  Thu, 4 Apr 2002 08:06:02 -0800
  Silly question here, but...Where is the radiator cap on a Vanagon? I want to perform a pre-purchase cooling system pressure check as...
• high idle.
  Historical mailing list - mdc
  Mon, 28 Apr 2003 21:04:07 -0700
  ...haven't checked the idle control sensor- could be that. tuned up with all new plugs and wires? - yes cleaned air intake checked and...
• Re: Anyone have a copy of the Ultimate Trip Checklist?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:41:50 -0700
  ...On Mon, Mar 16, 2009 at 3:05 PM, John Carpenter <jcarp2001@gmail.com> wrote: > Anyone have a copy of the Ultimate Trip Checklist?
• Re: Fridge not working on electric?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 22 Oct 2005 11:52:58 -0400
  Hello Jim, hope this gets to you before the trip.Maybe check inside the cabinet under the sink. The 110V plug attaches in there...
• Re: refitting propane tank
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 12 Feb 2007 11:10:37 -0800
  ...I wrote: ..... > Check for leaks by putting soapy water solution on all unions. Look for bubbles on each > union. Shoulda written: Check for leaks...
• Re: state inspection--NJ vs. others
  Historical mailing list - Andrew
  Wed, 20 Mar 2002 19:10:02 -0800
  ...Not even a check to see if brake lights or headlights >work--nothing. I suppose you could get pulled over and spot checked, but...
• Re: Vgon syndrome on 1.9 WBX
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Tue, 13 May 2003 22:18:58 -0700
  ...The idle valve, >> full throttle enrichment >> switch, >> checked >> all the voltages and resistance per Bentley. All checked out good. >> Checked the ignition timing. Swapped...
• list contributions
  Historical mailing list - Christopher M. Smith
  Thu, 7 May 1998 08:19:54 -0700
  ...For all those (especially our non-US) list members who plan on making future donations to the list, please insure that your checks are...
• Re: Am I the only one that 'checks out' every vanagon I pass?
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 18:21:52 +0100
  ...when I am driving my bus or bug, & I see an oncoming > vanagon I check it out, similar to how a guy will check...
• Re: Biting the (Bentley) Bullet
  Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
  Mon, 7 Aug 2000 13:03:53 -0400
  ...you would not believe the number of times people have emailed that "the check is in the mail" and it never comes.......that is...
• Re: I had to tell someone...
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Fri, 4 Oct 1996 17:46:32 -0700
  ...We turned it in to a branch of the >bank on the check, but I just got to thinkin'...that would have been a...
• Why would rust proofing give me a tune up (improved starting and no bucking)?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Sat, 24 Nov 2001 10:44:42 -0800
  ...I got my van rust checked yesterday and it appears to be running better, particularly staring it, which I was having a lot of...
• What is my problem?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 22 Feb 2002 11:07:20 -0800
  ...I know there is supposed to be a check valve. So who knows for how long the check valve has been missing. So I...
• Re: If it's not one thing, it's another...
  Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
  Wed, 6 Jan 1999 13:19:49 -0700
  ...Have you checked the spark? On my westy I just stick a plug lead near the plug instead of on it, and watch for...
• Re: Daily First Start Hard
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Tue, 20 May 2003 18:38:09 EDT
  ...You can have it checked out if greasing the shaft does not solve the problem. Check the wiring to the starter and make sure...
• Re: Tire pressure question 2
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 31 Jul 2005 11:05:38 -0700
  ...Correct tire pressure I've also used another method to double check my tire inflation, a small infrared remote reading thermometer from Radio Shack...
• Re: Heartbreaker movie with a VW bus as a co-star
  Historical mailing list - John Graham
  Wed, 4 Jan 2012 11:54:16 -0500
  Being a Netflix subscriber, I just checked and it's available there and even on their 'Watch Instantly' list for those of you that...
• VW Bug Blast Saturday
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:46:00 -0500
  ...http://www.tannehill.org Check out the show: http://www.tannehill.org/events.html John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
• oil light help???
  Historical mailing list - Brian Ratliff
  Fri, 21 Mar 1997 21:39:12 -0500
  ...My oil light is not working on 86 vanagon....I have check the sending unit...ok....took apart the dash and changed the bulb...
• 83 Vanagon Gas Smell and Popping sound
  Historical mailing list - Alan S Gondry
  Fri, 10 Oct 1997 17:49:11 EDT
  Thanks for the things to check. After a sniff check it seems to be the gas lines off the tank. Also the vacuum lines...
• Gas out - No Vanagon content
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm White
  Thu, 8 Apr 1999 08:54:27 GMT
  Did any of you check the date of the original 'Gas out' posting? When you have, go and check whether the word ' gullible' is...
• What is AT "Kickdown" and how do I check it?
  Historical mailing list - Doran Nugent
  Sat, 18 Dec 1999 16:15:05 -0800
  My manual says to check the Automatic Transmission Kickdown periodically. This is my first AT car and I am clueless. Thank You! Doran '90...
• Check out this link------This guy is talking about stroking the w aterboxer to 2.4L or 2.5L without any loss in reliability........sound fa miliar
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Fri, 15 Mar 2002 23:24:57 -0600
  check it out boys.....and girls http://www.geocities.com/motorcity/9008/index20.html BIG strokin water boxers.......2.4L....2.5 Liters here...
• Re: Watering Hole Humor
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 22 Jul 2002 07:34:43 -0400
  ...Your Vanagon list admin, TomC tcarrington@relitech.com http://www.relitech.com/tomc http://volksweb.relitech.com http://checkerweb.relitech.com 85 Vanagon Crew...
• how many grounds
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
  Sat, 6 Mar 2004 17:12:20 -0500
  ...So after unplugging the Oxygen sensor it did nothing so checking all the grounds again the 2 on the drivers side head are clean...
• Re: successful 2000 mile road trip
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:21:01 -0400
  Allan, i would check out the fan operation before taking any more long trips. First check the fuses. To test the fan I just...
• Re: temp II sensor (syncro)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 16 Oct 2003 14:15:53 -0400
  Re- check O2 again, by disconnecting at the plug. Run like this until it acts up. Removing the O2, makes ECU going to a...
• Re: Check your fuel lines, NOW
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:38:24 -0500
  ...Take > five minutes and check yours. I suspect the BMW lines our friendly > vendors sell are better quality. > > -- > Chris S. > "No solution is too...
• Re: Stalling at Idle when cold
  Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
  Fri, 19 Sep 1997 06:59:44 -0500
  Hotch wrote: > > Thanks Joel, > > I forgot to mention that I did check for vacuum leaks, the only piece of > rubber hose is about 2...
• Re: Warning!! Something doesn't sound right here, I need some advice please
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 09:57:57 -0600
  ...Will you cash this $11,000.00 check and send him the $10,000.00 and keep a thousand for yourself? Sure no problem...
• Re: Residual Fuel Pressure: hold for 1 hour?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 3 Mar 2014 17:49:28 -0800
  ...I assume this is being caused by the check valve in the pump I doubt it but.... does the check valve in the Vanagon...
• Re: 88 Vanagon thermostat question
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 7 Feb 2005 17:28:45 -0600
  The check valve may be a safety of sorts in the event of a failed thermostat in the closed mode. Sounds to me like...
• Re: Friday tech question quiz
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sat, 13 Jul 2013 01:13:26 +0000
  ...Check the simple stuff first, don't over complicate things, when troubleshooting something for a long time and frustrated, walk away for a while...
• Re: Vanagon mechanic in Albuquerque
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 2 Jun 2011 14:49:25 -0500
  ...I checked further, nothing listed anywhere "nearby" in Texas, either. Amarillo seems closest. you can check at Roadhaus.com, or simply back up on...
• Re:Synchro Shifter Trouble
  Historical mailing list - Craig Standley
  Sun, 4 Feb 1996 21:19:53 -0800 (PST)
  ...A way to check is to try pumping the clutch, and also be sure to check your clutch fluid level. Craig ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Craig Standley 1974...
• Re: no dashboard lights
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Mon, 18 Feb 2002 16:21:58 -0800
  Did you check the little wheel below the light switch which lessens the brightness and turns them on and off? Sometimes I accidentally hit...
• Re: Wet Running Issues.....again :(
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Tue, 9 Jul 2013 14:26:23 -0400
  Andrew, Thank you - I will check that out. That is a possibility since I think the O2 wires are spliced. I'll check that...
• Starts then dies. What to check?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Olsen
  Mon, 23 Jul 2012 20:46:29 -0400
  ...What else to check?
• 88 Westie front end noise
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 8 Feb 1996 08:26:09 +1000
  ...You can easily check by shaking it up and down right near the rack end af the arm. Check it out. Don, 84 Westfalia...
• Re: Checking for Cracked Heads
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Mar 96 10:02:05 +0100
  ...comp.uark.edu Tue Mar 5 09:19:56 1996: >2. Check the head truck (you know, stacks of heads for $5/ea.) for...