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  • Re: Engine oil change interval (VW content...)
    Historical mailing list - Dominique Cormann
    Tue, 8 Feb 2000 10:28:45 -0500
    ...Just as long as it meets the specs listed: B3 VW 505 CF-4, or CG-4 -- ============================================================--------- Dominique Cormann Email: kozmik@home.com Homepage...
  • Re: testing Hall sender
    Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
    Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:43:34 -0500
    ...in the engine revolution suggestions? My coil is not to the specs in Bentley: 2 ohms primary, Bentley says it should be (0.5...
  • Re: vanagon@gerry vs FB was End of the list? Was Re: Rear axle torque specs?
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Thu, 4 Jun 2015 13:52:53 -0700
    Except searching for that the rear "axle torque spec" thread will be buried within the "FB vs. List" replies. :-( BenT sent from my subjectline...
  • Re: 84 coolant light.
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Wed, 2 Sep 2009 11:24:57 -0400
    ...s a myth that less than a 50/50 coolant mix will cause the blinking light on a system that meets factory specs. :) Mike
  • wOW, and head torques
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 14 Apr 1995 15:25:13 -0700
    ...Question for the air-cooled folks; What head torque specs do people have in their various manuals for the 8mm case inserted studs? I...
  • Re: Belt drift?
    Historical mailing list - TBill
    Wed, 29 Oct 1997 23:05:42 -0800
    Leong, Norman wrote: > > Hello, all > > Have any of you experienced a condition in which your vehicle's front > end > alignment specs are dead on...
  • Re: ...and Propex heaters!
    Historical mailing list - Karl M
    Wed, 20 Nov 2002 20:46:23 -0500
    ...well over $2,000, > correct me if I'm wrong: > http://www.espar.com/htm/Specs/airtronic2.htm > > Cheers. > Doug Fitz-Randolph > Freeport, ME
  • Re: Spare-tire Pan Bolt Spec
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Wed, 22 Sep 2004 23:46:36 EDT
    In a message dated 9/22/04 11:11:21 PM, ekab_muller@SBCGLOBAL.NET writes: << Does anyone know the specs of that bolt...
  • What threads on oil pressure gauge?
    Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
    Tue, 25 Jan 2005 02:01:20 -0500
    ...Anyone know the thread specs for the low pressure sender? Thank you, --tabe johnson xtabe@yahoo.com ______________________________________________________________________ Post your free ad now! http://personals...
  • Re: Replacing metal coolant hoses with copper?
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
    Mon, 2 May 2005 14:27:42 -0400
    ...BTW, does anyone have specs on the fittings req'd so I can call up my local hydraulics shop and order the parts? Thanks...
  • Can I switch Vacuum cans on these distributors?
    Historical mailing list - Tom Young
    Mon, 19 Feb 2007 16:08:07 -0800
    ...Looking just at the advance specs in the TypeII library I read: Vacuum: 9-12deg Adv @ 8.2 In. Hg (Cal) Vacuum: 8-12deg...
  • Re: Tires - Why oh why NOT?
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sat, 14 Mar 2009 10:02:05 -0400
    ...Volkswagen did not just randomly come up with the minimum specs for tires on the Vanagon. Such specs are based on solid engineering and...
  • Re: optima batteries that fit under the driver's seat
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 28 Dec 2012 11:48:30 -0800
    ...They have > slightly better cranking specs, are not quite as long, and thus are a > bit easier to maneuver in and out of the...
  • Re: 82 Aircooled Temp II sensor ohm's
    Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
    Tue, 28 Jun 2005 10:37:44 -0400
    ...The Bentley specs that at an oil > temp of 68 deg F the resistance should be 2100-3100 ohms and at 176 deg > F...
  • Re: 12V power inverter ?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Fri, 30 Jan 2009 09:10:06 -0600
    ...09:41 AM 1/30/2009, Michael Sullivan wrote... > >> See attached specs for the HP1020. Thanks. >> >> 110-volt models ... >> Power requirements 110-127v (+/-10...
  • Re: Michelin MXT Specs.
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 29 Oct 1999 11:01:44 -0400
    At 10:19 10/29/99 , Ari Ollikainen wrote: > While this sounds good, I must point out that the treadwear > rating is relative ONLY...
  • Re: Digifant Operating Specs
    Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
    Sun, 12 Nov 2000 05:20:29 -0800
    When I get a post in HTML format and it is not "word wrapped", I can't figure out how to wrap it. I...
  • Re: New Springs for the van
    Historical mailing list - Rusty Zarse
    Mon, 19 Jul 2004 07:01:06 -0700
    ...The specs I listed (suspension travel increased by approx 3/4"; ground clearance increased by approx 2") are taken directly from their literature, except...
  • Call for GVWR Info for all Vans
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Wed, 23 Mar 2005 07:32:36 -0700
    ...Rear 3042 This data represent the "Fully Loaded" weight specs of your vehicle. Thanks, Larry Chase www.roadhaus.com
  • Gas mileage
    Historical mailing list - roger sisler
    Thu, 23 Feb 2006 14:28:29 -0800
    ...It was about 40 degrees outside when I tested the mileage.Tires pumped up to specs. I put in acetone (3oz/10gallon) to get...
  • Re: Odometer fixed..and "how dumb am I? (gas guage)
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:39:51 -0500
    ...I don't have the specs on it, but IIRC similar devices need about 1.5v to play with. -- David Beierl - Providence RI USA...
  • Fw: What's Wrong with my 83' Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - The Hammad Family
    Sat, 22 Sep 2001 00:32:24 -0400
    ...I had an exhaust gas analyzer hooked up to it and the mechanic adjusted the CO supposedly within specs. He also checked the fuel...
  • Re: End of the list? Was Re: Rear axle torque specs?
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Thu, 4 Jun 2015 13:55:51 -0700
    I used to always throw a plug in my replies on Samba and FB about the existence of the List. Even these days, you...
  • thanks for compression data
    Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
    Sun, 22 Jan 1995 13:19:13 CST6CDT
    ...After I posted that message I realized that on the back cover of the green Bently manual it had the factory specs-- sorry. BUT...
  • Noisy Lifter - is it a lifter?
    Historical mailing list - BACCHUS761
    Fri, 13 Mar 1998 00:43:34 EST
    ...could be a stuck lifter, I adjusted the valves to hydrolic specs, this noise can't be good, any suggestions? can you remove these...
  • Re: 2L 914 into '81 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
    Thu, 8 Apr 1999 17:32:05 -0600
    This has alway interested me and I have both manuals, so I compared engine specs as published by Haynes in their 914 and Vanagon...
  • Electrical - '90 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Ralph P. Geho
    Thu, 3 Jun 1999 16:14:22 -0400
    ...Its Specs are: AC output: 120v 1000w (1.0kva) max., 900w (0.9kva) rated DC output: 12v, 100w (8.3a) for charging 12v batteries...
  • '87 GL "Stumbling" Problem
    Historical mailing list - M.R. Nimmo
    Mon, 12 Jul 1999 15:02:15 -0700
    ...Chris, I have the exact same problem, but it appeared immediately AFTER I cleaned the AFM per Mtn.Gal's specs. (Where is she...
  • Re: 2.1L Torque/HP/rpm specs
    Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
    Wed, 19 Jan 2000 18:26:45 EST
    RPM Torque Hp 1500 Anemic pathetic 2000 struggling weezing 2500 limping leaking 3000 coughing sputtering 3500 115 spitting 4000 bucking stalling 4500 embarrassing 90...
  • FS 1985 Westy Weekender
    Historical mailing list - Ben Zlotkin
    Wed, 3 Sep 2003 19:28:21 -0700
    ...I'm selling it for a friend, here are the specs: 150K orig miles. - -Original Engine - runs really strong. One Owner - One mechanic - extensive...
  • Re: removing frozen lug nuts / bolts ?
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sat, 17 Dec 2005 07:09:26 -0500
    ...If you use anti seize and torque the nuts to the specs for "dry" then you could risk disaster from stretching the studs or...
  • Re: Engine oil change interval (VW content...)
    Historical mailing list - Dominique Cormann
    Mon, 7 Feb 2000 23:12:19 -0500
    ...B3 VW 505 CF-4, CG-4 It doesn't have to meet all of the specs, just at least one of them. They...
  • Re: moaning, steering rack and me
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sat, 10 Dec 2016 08:24:24 -0800
    Just as reminder, vw specs atf, and not power steering fluid for the system. How does the Lucas fluid you linked to compare? You...
  • Re: Fastener Legend
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Duvernay
    Mon, 23 Mar 2015 11:03:34 -0500
    ...gmail.com> wrote: > Is there a legend somewhere, listing nut & bolt specs? > *Miguel* > > *The free soul is rare, but you know it when you...
  • Re: ok, now a tire question
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sun, 15 Jun 2014 13:12:14 -0400
    ...However finding one that meets minimum Vanagon or Eurovan specs is an entirely different story. While they do exist, they are far more expensive...
  • Re: HELP--need torque specs for raceware studs
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Sat, 1 May 2010 19:28:11 -0500
    I was hoping to get this done this weekend. I emailed them from their site. The number you list below says it is no...
  • 2 WD Spring Feedback
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Tue, 15 Feb 2005 08:38:43 -0800
    ...I have an order lined up for production and still have time to tweak the specs if needed. Thanks! Steve www.syncro.org
  • Need Trans Specs?
    Historical mailing list - Will
    Tue, 27 May 2003 07:49:53 -0400
    Need clearance specification help for 88 Vanagon Automatic! Hi All, I'm in the process of rebuilding my 88 Vanagon 3 speed automatic transmission...
  • Re: AFM how to set ?
    Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
    Sat, 20 Sep 2003 17:47:10 -0700
    ...The specs are to be found on the yellow sticker left side front of motor compartment in front of the ignition module, or on...
  • Re: Passenger van to westy pop top conversion?
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Wed, 10 Dec 2003 19:59:48 -0500
    ...A non-syncro Westy is supposed to be 6'11" tall, according to the specs on vanagon.com. Around here the parking garages have...
  • Re: Torque Specs - Lug bolts and nuts
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:28:39 -0700
    ...Torque Specs - Lug bolts and nuts > This discussion reminds me of when I worked at Browns Ferry Nuclear Power > Plant. > > The facility has three...
  • Re: NY Vanagon to Pass California Smog Testing?
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
    Thu, 1 Dec 2005 14:37:30 EST
    ...Maybe someone else on the list has exact specs. But out here they put the vehicle on a dynometer and do various checks at...
  • Re: Need AC chart expected measurements...
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:47:44 -0700
    ...somewhere but it doesn't have the pressure versus ambient temp. specs for the high and low side ports. Unless I'm missing something...
  • Re: idle stabilizer
    Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
    Fri, 12 Sep 1997 08:47:27 -0500
    ...Replace it, there should be specs in the Bentley to confirm death of idle stabilizer (Throttle Position Switch). Mark B. Magee 87GL 82 Diesel...
  • Re: What's the correct torque here??
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Thu, 17 Jun 1999 15:56:03 +0200
    ...There are both M8 and M10 bolts on the carrier on the Type 3, and these are the specs for this engine: M8 28...
  • syncro skid plate on a 2wd?
    Historical mailing list - Matthew
    Sun, 8 Oct 2006 17:56:03 -0700
    Folks, In the process of getting my wife's 2wd carat up to her specs. Included in that is a skid plate. I happen...
  • Re: DOKA sales by Gaxcars
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Sun, 23 Dec 2012 12:26:43 -0800
    ...thereof) and Elack of proper emission control specs (no OBD systems there compatible w/US specs). Far as I'm concerned itsa pipe dream...
  • Re: retorquing heads
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 1 Dec 1995 16:54:12 -0400
    >Retorquing doesn't imply tightening beyond specs. It means retightening >TO specs. I think the logic goes that vibration and heat allow the >torqued...
  • Re: Mobil 1 0W 50 any one use it yet
    Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
    Sat, 16 Jan 2016 08:59:43 -0500
    ...https://mobiloil.com/~/media/amer/us/pvl/files/pdfs/mobil-1-oil-product- specs-guide.pdf https://mobiloil.com/~/media/amer/us/pvl/files...
  • Fridge fan thermostat mounting screws
    Historical mailing list - Mike South
    Sat, 22 Aug 2015 11:49:50 -0500
    ...Anyone know of the specs and/or a source for online purchase? Thanks! mike
  • Techron vs. other brand(s) injector cleaner - '91 Vanagon GL
    Historical mailing list - T-rev Reynolds
    Wed, 16 Jun 2010 17:11:07 -0600
    ...Nowhere on the bottle or the Pennzoil website can I find this product's specs. Is Techron and the Pennzoil product virtually the same...
  • Re: Dead '91GL Again
    Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
    Mon, 9 Dec 1996 00:16:47 -0500 (EST)
    ...Up to specs per Bentley. How old is the Gas??? Gas goes bad faster than you may think! Sounds to me like a clogged...
  • Re: Syncro Alignment
    Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
    Tue, 16 Sep 1997 09:39:06 -0400
    There is a working link to the correct syncro alignment specs on the Syncro Westfalia page, under the "All Syncros" column: http://www.pipeline...
  • Re: Upper Bunk Restriction
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Mon, 11 Oct 1999 18:56:11 -0700
    ...Upper Bunk Restriction > > > Does anyone have any published specs on the weight > restriction for the upper > bunk? I'm 220 pounds and the wife...
  • Re: Kingpin inclination spec for Vanagons?
    Historical mailing list - John Pronk
    Wed, 1 Aug 2001 23:08:33 -0000
    Its called the castor. Specs should be in the Bentley or Haynes. John. ----- Original Message ----- From: "DaveC" <voicebox@DNAI.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
  • problem 86 camper weekender
    Historical mailing list - aj
    Tue, 19 Mar 2002 21:43:21 -0800
    ...Compression is good , timing and idle at specs. tempsensor2 checks out although it is difficult to get a reading. Replaced the idle stabilizer valve...
  • Still FS: 1985 Weekender in Santa Cruz
    Historical mailing list - Ben Zlotkin
    Thu, 11 Sep 2003 22:25:04 -0700
    ...I'm selling it for a friend, here are the specs: 150K orig miles. - -Original Engine - runs really strong. One Owner - One mechanic - extensive...
  • Re: Multi Meter
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Mon, 9 Dec 2013 16:11:36 -0800
    ...When I found something that looked good I went to the makers website for detailed specs and users manuals. That's fairly easy for...
  • Re: Westy fire extingusher ...
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Tue, 17 Jul 2007 13:37:52 -0700
    ...I've looked at various online vendors of such systems but they are short on enough information and specs to be able to make...
  • Re: How Long Running to Charge the Battery After Starting?
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sun, 9 Mar 2008 13:02:43 -0700
    ...Plus the fact that different specs are provided for different types of batteries depending on the intended use. > > >