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Re: Stuck Cylinders
Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
Sun, 22 Oct 2000 18:03:04 -0700
...I have them off, got any special tricks to getting them back > >on? I'm thinking a large hose clamp to compress the springs.... > > >
Re: Govenor Cap O-Ring
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 1 May 1998 17:46:42 -0400
...The spring clamp thingy that holds it on was more >difficult to obtain. As for the ring remove the old one first and bring...
Re: Automatic shift point adjustment....anyone done this?
Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
Fri, 30 Aug 2002 05:10:13 -0400
...The spring tension is what moves the throttle body, not the > adjustment so throttle response should not be affected. On my '89's, the...
Re: Moroso Ceramic Engine Seal/ Ken Wilfry?
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
Fri, 3 May 2002 09:14:24 -0400
...A mechanic I spoke with said its better to replace a spring loaded clamp with a screw clamp because if you don't place...
Re: hose replacement-->coolant dist. replacement-->thermostat housing replacement
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 09:01:35 -0500
...fit, I'd use those. >I personally do not think the springy clamps are the way to go. >I put brush-on Teflon paste...
Re: Heads are off; now what?
Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
Thu, 22 Feb 2001 10:52:42 +0000
...Firstly, I got one of those wind up spring steel ring compressors. I fiddled around with this for ages - even modified it. Eventually, I...
Adjusting throttle linkage on automatic
Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
Sat, 23 Feb 2002 16:11:32 -0500
...thing, the PO's mechanic had a regular clamp on the throttle rod, no spring on the rod, and it worked, somewhat, but not...
Gear mini-review: The Bus Depot Ezy-Awning
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Sat, 4 Sep 2004 15:21:23 -0700
...When I discovered my error, I could not remove the inside tube without stretching the spring that normally holds the two lower, fat tubes...
Re: shift lever adjustment
Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
Mon, 5 Jul 1999 19:21:25 -0700
...Where is "the rear section of the selector > shaft?" Are > we talking about the collar that holds the spring under the rubber boot on...
Re: Steel fuel line adapter & curtain springs
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:30:41 -0500
...I > stuff that plastic hose 2" into the rubber fuel line and use two clamps. I > think this connection is the cause of most...
Re: some guidance please, 86 autotrans torubles
Historical mailing list - Daniel O Stevens
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:08:24 -0400
...vehicle) I used a wood working bar clamp to assist in the compression of the springs under the plate and that allowed easy installation...
Re: 87 Syncro GL gas tank sender
Historical mailing list - Karl M.
Sun, 3 Sep 2000 22:24:51 -0400
...You will need to remove the carbon canister that is clamped to a bracket at the front of the spring mount, then you will...
mileage down after fuel hose change
Historical mailing list - Patrice Belzer
Sun, 20 Aug 2006 15:39:14 -0600
...AND the rounded-edged clamps (as the leaks were at the clamp line). Then my mechanic (a good guy, but not VW specific) recommended...
Re: Westy Front table survey--solution to loose R. table
Historical mailing list - Phillip Bouton
Fri, 16 Apr 1999 14:11:47 -0400
...Another quick tip, we bought a bunch of those large spring clamps with red handles, like the carpenters use. We keep a couple clamped...
Re: Torque wrenches
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 24 Mar 2015 17:27:41 -0400
...The one that clamps around the flange. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of sailingfc @dslextreme...
VW America denies recall
Historical mailing list - Kenyon Fairey
Sat, 11 Jan 1997 14:38:49 -0500
...Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self- tightening clamp. NOTE: Volkswagen of America estimates the...
Re: Torque wrenches
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 23 Mar 2015 17:46:20 -0400
...The goal is to achieve the proper clamping load for the assembly. Torque should be applied smooth and steady, apply the torque and hold...
Re: Headlamps, adjusters and connecting wires
Historical mailing list - David M
Sun, 6 Oct 2013 15:20:39 -0700
...I managed to attach two connectors using a U-clamp and tightening the nut, however this not only crushed the wire but also the...
Re: A minimal tool kit?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 7 Sep 2010 22:24:27 -0400
...If you contemplate messing with coolant hoses, go to Napa and get their large hose clamp pliers meant for the flat spring-type clamps...
Re: removing stuck upper ball joints: any tips?
Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
Thu, 23 Mar 2006 05:26:49 -0800
You need to use pressure from the coil spring to help break the connection loose. Lift the right side of the suspension with a...
Re: Mirror fixes
Historical mailing list - Craig Rogers
Tue, 12 Mar 2002 19:14:10 -0500
...Look up into the base - > you'll see a nut, stud and spring arrangement. You can tighten the > nut--- and this will hopefully cure...
Re: Cooling question...
Historical mailing list
Thu, 15 Feb 2001 17:22:57 EST
...I have a kit to replace the fuel lines that comes with instructions, German fuel line, and clamps for $53. I would do this...
Heater Controls '80, was VW Cooling
Historical mailing list
03 Jun 97 06:05:24 PDT
...My parts bus had a throttle spring attached between the rear of the metal and the nut on the clamp at the end of...
Re: Shocks and brake job, one question
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Mon, 26 Apr 2010 07:40:36 -0700
...Those bolts only hold the drum in place > when the wheel is off, since the wheel will act as a BIG clamp, once on...
Re: Filled gas tank leaking a common prob?
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Thu, 21 Jan 1999 11:13:43 -0500
...can be replaced with 1/4" ameican style fuel line and spring clamps. Regular Vanagon maintainence should involve replacement of all these. It is...
Re: parts list for radiator replacement on 1988 Westy
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Mon, 19 Mar 2007 20:43:39 -0700
...I replaced all "screw-type" with "spring-clamp" and > haven't had a leak..... yet! > > Look to rebuilding or replacing the three card-board...
Re: Belt Squeal - Issue Revealed, Problem Solved
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 23 Dec 2010 15:42:29 -0800
...I have a >> good >> sense of smell, but had no idea of the cause until today. >> >> >> >> Tightened the clamp (checked all other clamps as...
small vexations: 85 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Judith Barr / Leo Girard
Thu, 18 Dec 1997 01:03:21 -0500
...Gerry repair job with high pressure rubber line + gear clamps to bridge the excised (about 1/2" section) is fine until you get to...
Re: rear hatch bug screen
Historical mailing list - L&A Johnson
Mon, 5 Jul 1999 17:24:31 -0400
...With large clothes pegs or spring clamps attach the sheet of cloth to the rubber seal (with the 2 inches extra). Adjust the cloth...
Re: Help w/Gas Tank Vent repair?
Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
Mon, 12 Feb 2001 07:59:48 -0800
...Tom Hanlon Palm Springs, CA 84 Westfalia Max/Joyce Wellhouse wrote: > Afte buying mr. Wilfy's gas fumes fixit kit, I follow his website...
Re: '91 Vanagon engine fire
Historical mailing list - Charles Michaux.
Mon, 27 Jan 1997 13:47:42 -0500
...I have a '90 Syncro Westy and I had my vehicle in for > > a recall in spring of 1995 to get the fuel injectors...
Re: mirrors won't stay in place on 84
Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
Wed, 17 Mar 1999 13:17:31 -0500
...4-With appropriately sized vise grip, grasp the smooth part of the shaft & clamp down firmly. 5-Pull the stud. Pull some more. Pull...
Re: 16" Synchro wheels (where can i find some?)
Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
Sun, 20 Feb 2000 15:05:22 -0500
...Ring clamp type (icelandic) to keep tire on rim no matter how little air is in tire. 5. Some kind of nice looking alloy...
Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:59:39 -0400
I saw quite a few screw style clamps as well as some spring clamps. Are some of those screw clamps original? The GW stainless...
Re: Fuel Line Replacement Kits Galore!
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Sun, 20 Aug 2017 07:50:01 -0400
...Then they moved to crimp style clamps (they leaked as well). Then on to a recall where they installed spring type clamps (they leaked...
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Historical mailing list - Gene P
Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:06:17 -0700
Yes, a year ago when I replaced hinge spring and rollers and all, I removed everything from the door to clean and lube. I...
'90 PS fluid flush (long)
Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
Sun, 6 Apr 1997 16:43:45 +0000
...The feet of the clamp went up against the raised "bumps" on the lid, and this provided a good wedge for the clamp to...
Re: VW America denies recall
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Sat, 11 Jan 1997 16:29:58 -0800
...Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel > rail and install a new spring type self- > tightening clamp. > NOTE: Volkswagen of America estimates the...
Re: Sewfine? CHEAP BRAKE VACCUM CONTROL VALVE ('71 Bus)! Shocks?
Historical mailing list - Jacob Shaun Dustin
Thu, 12 Oct 1995 16:27:10 MST
...I picked up a nice (all the springs are there) set at the local junkyard, but they badly need new upholstry (that's how...
Re: Shady Boy Awning - Initial Impression
Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
Fri, 23 Jul 2004 15:19:59 -0700
...What I do not like about the shady boy is that they do not make it in a "clamp on" style attachment. I do...
Exhaust leak and Frozen engine questions
Historical mailing list - Scott P Johnson
Wed, 25 Nov 1998 22:26:18 -0500
...it until Spring if possible. Any suggestions? I've been thinking of wrapping some aluminum around it with a couple of clamps -- but don...
Re: Adjusting throttle linkage on automatic
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Mon, 25 Feb 2002 18:56:39 -0500
...thing, the PO's mechanic had a regular >clamp on the throttle rod, no spring on the rod, and it worked, somewhat, >but not...
Re: 1991 2.1 - Oil Cooler coolant line blown...
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 4 Jul 2016 09:59:14 -0400
...If you were to get the clamps from the dealer by part number you will now get crimp clamps on the pipe and spring...
Re: Another Vanagon Burns Up
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Thu, 31 Mar 2005 08:21:03 -0500
...Do you see nice looking blue spring clamps? They are crap >>and leak worse then the old rusty ones, replace them now! If you...
Re: Front Brake Pads - How To?
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Fri, 11 Jun 2004 21:17:31 -0700
...Take a punch and a hammer and rap out the pin that holds the metal piece of sheet metal spring that holds the pads...
RE: Help-83 pop top seal
Historical mailing list - Easton Trevor
Tue, 25 Jun 96 14:50:00 DST
...I used spring clamps to hold it in place then peeled back and glued about 12 inches at a time. ALERT- Superbonder is a...
Re: Checking toe-in on a Vanagon at home
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sat, 18 Jan 2003 10:18:14 -0600
jbclem wrote: > > I have a toe-in bar(spring loaded) that I've used checking toe-in on earlier > buses and bugs where you...
Re: 87 Westy Engine/Trans removal Day 1 - or Boy, do I miss my 67 Westy!!!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:16:09 -0700
I hate spring clamps too. there are dangerous too. They like to slip out of the pliers and fly like bullets once off the...
Cooling System failure Prevention Idea.
Historical mailing list - mark keller
Sat, 6 Dec 1997 15:00:53 -0400
...I define the clamping force to be the pressure that the head nuts exert on the heads which "clamps the cylinder head to the...
Re: A minimal tool kit?
Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
Wed, 8 Sep 2010 07:17:46 -0700
...to Napa and get > their large hose clamp pliers meant for the flat spring-type clamps. > > Right-angle screwdriver for whatever the regulator screws...
More AFM/ECU reverse engineering results coming
Historical mailing list - jon
Tue, 19 Dec 2006 16:16:31 -0800
...Peripheral Clamping Array" on the input to the PIA/CPE to condition signals. These ECUs make magasquirts look simple. ;) More on AFM spring adjustments...
Headlamps, adjusters and connecting wires
Historical mailing list - David M
Sun, 6 Oct 2013 13:27:27 -0700
...I threaded the wires in and tried to clamp them in with pliers with all the force I could muster but the wires still...
Re: ?! WHY VW FIRES !?
Historical mailing list
Thu, 6 Aug 1998 11:46:09 EDT
...Replace any questionable clamps at the same time, using the VW dealer type clamps, which don't chew into the hose like the el...
Re: rebuilding your own heads
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Mon, 29 Dec 2003 08:43:51 -0600
...They'll take the springs and valves out, but this is something you should do yourself to preserve the order of the parts. Number...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 6 Sep 2009 20:31:57 -0400
...Maybe spring-clamp pliers for flat-spring type, Napa "heavy-duty" version #SER3444 ~$30 -- the regular one won't catch the big cooling clamps...
Re: ## changing 1990 2.1L waterleaker oil cooler hoses in situ
Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
Mon, 12 Aug 2002 09:12:06 -0400
...can lead to failures in the short/long run...........Those spring type stock clamps sort of just squeeze it............ Look at a piece of...
Re: Heads/Cylinders somewhat naive question!!!
Historical mailing list
Mon, 27 Mar 2000 21:30:44 EST
...spring compressor to get the cylinders back on. The best way to compress the rings is to use a large diameter hose clamp which...
Re: Torque wrenches
Historical mailing list
Tue, 24 Mar 2015 09:45:09 -0700
...The goal is to achieve the > proper clamping load for the assembly. > > Torque should be applied smooth and steady, apply the torque and hold...
Re: Bostig intake hose
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sun, 3 Aug 2014 14:08:09 -0700
...snorkle...it comes off the air cleaner intake with a hose clamp and I fished it up into the right vent D-pillar, bent...
Re: Stuck Cylinders
Historical mailing list - Don Preston
Mon, 23 Oct 2000 07:01:30 -0700
...them back on? I'm thinking a large hose clamp to compress the springs.... One other question...I ordered a head repair kit from...