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• Ceramics in VW engines.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 31 Mar 2003 15:57:33 -0600
  ...I am in the process of putting a package together for the home mechanic with the skills to rebuild an engine that consist of...
• Re: Power Steering Woes (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 15:40:03 -0800
  ...If you decide to do the rebuild yourself, here's a list of parts you may need: 251 498 020, Steering Rack Seal Kit...
• RoadHaus - Front AC Kit Install / Preliminary Report
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Thu, 14 Nov 2002 07:43:17 -0700
  ...checkout & rebuild of my entire AC (Front install & Rear rebuild). So the work was significantly more involved than just a Front AC Kit Install...
• Power steering update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 8 Apr 2019 12:52:05 -0400
  ...My VW skilled friend suggests I should purchase a rebuild kit and let him rebuild the front rack. I’m thinking put in a...
• Re: Anyone rebuilt an alternator?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:52:42 -0800
  ...On Wed, Nov 19, 2008 at 8:21 AM, roger sisler <rogersisler2000@yahoo.com> wrote: > I see alternator rebuild kits at Auto Zone, and...
• I4 Intake manifolds - makin' a list
  Historical mailing list - john Runberg
  Sun, 6 Jan 2002 13:32:39 -0500
  ...Info from Tiico / Eurospec / other kits needed as well. The reason: While my Vanagon has a recent rebuild engine in it, I'm beginning...
• Rear brake slave cylinders
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Wed, 24 Mar 2004 13:39:39 -0800
  ...Should I get a kit and hone and be done, or should I just buy new. I've rebuilt slave once before ('63 Corvair...
• Re: Alternator rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 1 Dec 2014 22:23:15 -0600
  ...I quit rebuilding alternators over 20 years ago when it became obvious that off the shelf rebuilds were well worth the money!!! The only...
• Re: jack, costs
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 09:02:55 -0600
  ...RC > > > E-mail message > > � Out of all the stuff in the rebuilding kit, I only need one very > small cup seal. No one wants...
• Re: Westy sliding windows.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 20 Jun 2018 12:20:16 -0700
  ...noise. >> >> Mark >> >> >> >> Ralph Meyermann wrote: >> >>> I have heard rumors of rebuild/seal kits for the sliding windows on >>> westys? >>> Any truth to that? Thanks...
• brake fluid leak
  Historical mailing list - Eric Henning
  Sun, 14 Jun 1998 22:19:42 -0400
  ...interesting i found out that you can get a slave clutch rebuild kit from autosuperstore for under $20. hope this info is useful to...
• Re: sucks in snow!
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Fri, 2 Dec 2005 09:34:43 -0800
  ...Have a Torque biasing diff put in during a rebuild to get positraction...I know here in Wa state, the snow is wet and...
• Re: Syncro CV Madness..
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 20 Apr 1995 00:09:49 -0400
  ...At least it's another option as installing a rebuild sure sounds like a good idea. I bought a hypodermic type end for a...
• Rebuild time
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Sun, 1 Dec 96 08:08:59 -0500
  Finally now I have come upon enough time to get to work on rebuilding the 1.9 engine for my engineless 85. Disassembly starts...
• Re: converting to 4 wheel drive
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 5 Dec 2001 14:53:20 -0800
  ...The Westy custom kitchen conversion turned out really well. As a base we used the P22 kitchen which had only a sink/ice box...
• all the hoopla about engines
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Wed, 6 Sep 2000 10:54:27 -0600
  ...kit would run me about $1500 CDN for the install kit, engine - not sure + associated hoo-has and parts. So I could rebuild my...
• Go Westy 30 mm oil pump kit (review) Oil pressure update - 85 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bohannan
  Sat, 13 Aug 2016 12:42:53 -0400
  The Go Westy Oil Pump kit was great… Schadek pump, 2 gaskets, bolts and VW cover…ordered via priority mail and it came really...
• Why no bolt-on HP upgrades to the 2.1 WBX?
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Wed, 23 May 2012 20:31:40 -0700
  ...There are so many other engines that all have upgrades -- intake flow enhancement, exhaust headers, sparkin' plugs, reworked heads, super charger kits, lightweight rods...
• Re: Westy sliding windows.
  Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
  Tue, 19 Jun 2018 18:54:42 -0700
  ...Westy sliding windows. > > I have heard rumors of rebuild/seal kits for the sliding windows on westys? > Any truth to that? Thanks, I'm...
• Berg: stock shift lever rebuild Part #s
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Tue, 6 Feb 2001 13:22:59 EST
  If you are installing the Berg shortshift kit, you may want to replace the nylon bearings and bushings on the shift lever. The part...
• Re: Shifter rebuild
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 3 Sep 2018 08:21:56 -0400
  ...wrote: > > > > > I am in the process of rebuilding my shifter with a GoWesty shifter > > rebuild > > > kit. I was wondering if anyone has a good...
• Re: Mushy Brakes update
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Sun, 19 Mar 2000 19:48:47 -0800
  ...Always save the old leaky ones and in your spare time get a rebuild kit. It is real easy to clean it up and...
• Re: 82 brake rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Sun, 2 Sep 2001 05:16:06 EDT
  Brian: << 1)where can i get the rebuild kit.. i think i have teves setup>> Teves brakes are more commonly know under the name...
• Re: Need 1.6L diesel engine
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sun, 2 Aug 1998 19:30:14 -0400
  ...You will find that rebuilding the diesel is considerably cheaper. Expect to pay a few hundred in new parts + any machining needed. You can...
• Re: 83 Vanagon Water Cooled Camper-HELP
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 4 Mar 1995 20:52:56 -0600
  >David Kao says: >>If the engine has minor problems then I would rebuild it myself. Buy all needed >>parts from VW dealer. > >That strikes...
• Re: power steering pump
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
  Tue, 29 Feb 2000 08:06:54 -0800
  ...You may have to rebuild yours. The dealer sells a kit for a reasonable price. Joe > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Re: I am considering installing an auxiliary oil cooler
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:17:01 -0700
  ...Oil Cooler Kit is strongly recommended to get the best performance and longest service life from one of my rebuilds. I will increase your...
• Re: vanagon shifter bound???
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Tue, 28 Feb 2006 07:51:15 -0500
  ...Shifter Rebuild Kit for 80-91 Manual Vanagon (syncro too!) This kit is for rebuilding your shifter in a manual Vanagon. It includes: 1...
• Re: '85 Cluster
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Mar 1996 21:29:38 -0500
  ...I would recommend either replacing with a used 2.1l or rebuilding your 1.9l. I would , however, find a cheaper way to rebuild...
• Syncro AC sick
  Historical mailing list - Don Lancaster
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 16:27:49 -0700
  ...Could this be the receiver/dryer full of grunge? Can this part be cleaned or must it be replaced? Are there rebuild kits? Will...
• Re: 89 syncro westy has leaky propane fill valve
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 12 Aug 1999 02:15:26 -0400
  ...The little vent hole is meant to be open. >Can this valve be fixed? Marshall Brass may still have rebuild kits for them -- check...
• Re: !!!HELP!!! my stick shifter broke and i can't get up!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Thu, 18 Apr 2002 08:50:28 -0400
  ...I have a shifter rebuild kit available that replaces the parts in the shifter that you need to replace (this would be a good...
• Locking differential..?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 11:53:29 -0700
  Hi all I've heard vague rumblings of available locking differential kits for the 2wd Vanagons. I've googled it and I only come...
• carburator for a '73 bus
  Historical mailing list - Jose Antonio Madriz
  Wed, 12 Jul 1995 18:44:55 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I was thinking in getting the original setup and try rebuilding it, but the mechanic suggested me that a Dual Dellorto single barrel kit...
• Re: To waterboxer or not to waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 4 Jan 2000 11:58:13 -0500
  ...Replace it with a good rebuild waterboxer. > > 2. Go with a conversion kit. i have suggested the kit David Marshall > offers and the South...
• Re: Dead and dying WBX- What's a Subie transplant cost?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:00:20 -0600
  ...Good torque and HP and is VERY tuneable with the Bostig Kit. Jim Akiba and Brady Horrace are the guys at Bostig. Great product...
• Re: Leaking Caliper
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Thu, 6 Apr 1995 13:24:29 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I priced the rebuild kits recently, they were about $20/side. Kind of expensive, but I don't think the seals are available separately...
• Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 11 Mar 2015 17:27:34 -0700
  ...http://www.harborfreight.com/ball-joint-service-kit-for-2wd-and-4wd-vehicles-60827.html http://www.harborfreight.com/ball-joint-service-kit-for...
• Re: Vanagon Starter relay kit
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Wed, 9 Dec 2015 11:13:45 -0800
  ...I've dropped it off at local rebuilder and it is promised to be done this afternoon. >> >> For some reason I prefer having the...
• Re: Help stuck caliper slide pin
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 31 Mar 2009 18:33:41 -0400
  ...I've got a rebuild kit on > the > way for the caliper (beat up dust boot) but two things; > > 1. How do I get...
• Re: Leaking Power Steering Pump
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 8 May 1998 17:44:10 -0700
  ...m wondering how difficult is >this to rebuild? Anyone done it? Is there a rebuild kit available - or are the >seals etc, really expensive...
• Re: Transmission Woes (Auto)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 20 Aug 2002 00:07:58 -0400
  ...The are not part of the normal overhaul kits and need to be purchased separately. Might be a partial warranty job. Dennis -----Original Message...
• Re: Engine Repair or Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Roger Reynolds
  Fri, 3 Jan 2003 12:06:38 EST
  ...The TiiCo ended up costing me about around $4500 (kit plus shipping, clutch kit, fuel rail from Van-again, heater hose, coolant, etc.) if...
• Re: Engine parts source
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 6 May 2014 22:27:55 -0700
  Go Westy sells the only kits I'm aware of that increase displacement and power: http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_category.php?id...
• Re: Automatic transmission leak
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sun, 5 Apr 2009 15:11:14 -0400
  ...The o-ring ( VW part # 003 325 381, 90x3 mm) I think comes with the trans rebuild kit, and it can be easily replaced...
• Re: a/c rebuild and retrofitted to R134a
  Historical mailing list - Sam Scholten
  Wed, 13 May 1998 14:08:28 -0700
  ...in my original post of May 8th, that > in the retro kit from vw, it specified '85 to '92 transporter/vanagon, > 1350 grams of...
• Sliding Door Rear latch nut repair
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Thu, 4 Jun 2020 09:07:44 -0700
  ...I'd also like to pull the whole latch off and rebuild it with the GW rebuild kit I now have. I'm sure...
• vanagon shifter bound???
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Mon, 27 Feb 2006 17:27:50 -0500
  ...Is this right? Rebuild kits don't seem to be too available...Bus Depot shows one for a bit less than $100 but I...
• d24t volkswagen diesel
  Historical mailing list - Timmy Evens
  Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:46:51 -0700
  ...what's normal smokiness for this engine? its about 5k out from rebuild and ran hot when it was early in breakin and seems...
• Re: Engine Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Wed, 8 Apr 2009 16:35:51 -0400
  Well I think I have decided to just go with a general rebuild and not add the GW 2.3 kit as I just...
• Re: replacing clutch master cylinder
  Historical mailing list - Jon Schaer
  Fri, 21 Nov 2003 19:12:44 -0500
  ...Are > there still rebuild kits available, and is that an option I should > consider? > Skip the rebuild. Not worth the $$$ saved. The cylinder R...
• 86 Vanagon 4 speed fix
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 7 Mar 1996 18:51:23 -0500
  ...He tried to cut my costs by itemizing the parts in the rebuild gasket kit ($152.00 CDN) but the drive shaft output seals...
• Re: Power steering pump cross reference part numbers
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 17:34:56 -0700
  Jim, That's not the rebuilders number it is the number on the ZF original build plate! When I Googled it I got some...
• Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 19:53:54 -0400
  ...The standard rebuild kit doesn't quite have everything you need, so you need to make a comprehensive list. Alternately, you could get a...
• Re: Manual tranny clutch adjustment,
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford
  Fri, 15 Apr 2016 14:24:17 -0400
  ...Did they install a new clutch kit when they did the other work? You could have some air trapped in the system if they...
• Auto tranny needed for 1984 watercooled Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - LENBOU
  Tue, 25 Nov 1997 12:01:46 -0500
  ...Anyway, it appears I need another tranny, cause after calling around to price rebuilding it, I quickly decided that a used tranny seems like...
• continuing shifter problems
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sun, 13 Jan 2008 13:02:28 -0500
  ...So I guess it sounds like I just have a worn-out shift lever bearing and I need to get the rebuild kit? Allan...
• 1.9L case half ?? loctite 515 sealant
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Wed, 15 Mar 2006 23:08:20 -0500
  ...I Have the rebuild "kit" that includes the Tubes of Goo!! it has 2 large tubes and 2 small unmarked tubes. As for the...
• Re: Brake Cylinder Rebuilding??
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 20 Jan 97 10:23:32 -0800
  ...The seals in the rebuild kits are much more flexible and the outer sealing "skirt" is a bit larger in diameter than the old...
• Re: My AT Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 1 Jul 2010 20:00:11 -0700
  ...and perhaps any shop that has not done dozens of Vanagon auto trans rebuilds or R & R's should shoot picture of things before...