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  • re: 914/6 motor
    Historical mailing list - Richard A. Jones
    Fri, 3 Mar 1995 14:14:04 -0700
    ...If you are interested, I could look up the specs and email you. (I have a '72 911T.) Richard A. Jones Computing & Network Services...
  • Re: Alloy wheels....again.....
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 3 Apr 1997 10:52:54 -0500 (EST)
    ...they're 16 inchers, but, here's the specs. Audi "A series" 5 spoke alloy wheel: 7Jx16 H2 ET 37 Now, will this wheel...
  • Michelin Agilis
    Historical mailing list - David^M
    Wed, 23 Jun 1999 09:35:15 -0400
    ...I would have thought the 195R14 Agilis would be more suitable according to the specs (albeit sketchy) I read on the Michelin site.
  • Re: Leak Down Testing
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Mon, 1 Jan 2007 11:30:33 -0500
    ...Why do you need even to measure the pressure? Are >> there >> some specs to measure against, eg., each cylinder should hold x amount of...
  • Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:57:04 -0800
    ...DJ-code WBX technical specs > Tell us something we don't already know, Scott. >
  • Re: My First Oil Filter Failure
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Thu, 20 May 1999 19:46:04 -0400
    ...I personally have not found any reason to prefer either over the other; both meet Volkswagen specs. - Ron Salmon The Bus Depot, Inc. http...
  • Transporting a Westy
    Historical mailing list - BILL
    Wed, 30 Jun 1999 18:00:27 -0600
    ...It's specs are no more than 4200lbs and 16 ft long. With the Westy at 15ft, there is no problem but what I...
  • Re: Studable Snow Tires
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Wed, 10 Nov 1999 11:36:45 -0800
    ...http://www.nokiantires.com/html/hakka10C.html > > It's 184-14 is commercial 8ply D, which fits specs for vanagon -- Stuart MacMillan Manager, Case...
  • Westy vs. non-westy Vehicle Weight
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Tue, 11 Apr 2000 10:24:17 -0700
    ...I may do a separate run of front and rears with slightly different specs. Steve
  • Re: Speedo Accuracy Discussion
    Historical mailing list - Richard A. Jones
    Wed, 10 May 2000 16:40:03 -0600
    ...They can set it to be accurate from the factory default specs or you can give them revs/mile of the actual tire you...
  • Re: Specs of hoses? pressure and temperature
    Historical mailing list - Damian Shaw
    Tue, 24 Apr 2001 15:48:41 -0600
    Dave M wrote: > Incidentally one of the VW hoses that I recently bought was marked "Avon, > England", so everything that goes into a VW...
  • Re: Rear hub tightness
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 12 Nov 2002 15:42:57 -0600
    ...Did that tool make it tight enough? What's > the > specs on that large axle nut? > > Hope that makes sense . . . > > -- Rachel > http://www.Spectrumology...
  • Re: Newbie battery questions
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Mon, 14 May 2007 08:05:02 -0700
    ...The specs on a Group 91 says they are the same dimensions as a 41 but slightly higher capacity. At least one very knowledgeable...
  • Re: Tir choce for vanagon with 14 inch wheels
    Historical mailing list - azsun99
    Fri, 5 Sep 2008 11:50:51 -0700
    ...with, here is a good choice that meets all the OEM specs. > > > > > > > > http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=General&tireModel=Altimax > +RT...
  • Re: key doesn't work
    Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
    Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:12:08 -0600
    ...Using the code number from the lock, a new key can be generated back to factory specs. That and a bit of synthetic lube...
  • pesky throttle switch
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sun, 16 Aug 1998 10:09:29 -0700
    ...I replaced the throttle switch with a new one (new cam too) and adjusted it to the specs in the Bentley manual. No fix...
  • Re: Another Good Experience With Crutchfield
    Historical mailing list - Roland
    Thu, 16 Jun 2011 19:28:53 -0700
    ...Crutchfield is great at posting all of the owner's manuals, and the manuals have the specs, so download them and check the specs...
  • Re: Oil Change - Too Much Oil?
    Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
    Mon, 16 Oct 2000 00:14:17 -0400
    ...The specs > call for 4.8 qts. of oil. I put in 4.5 qts but the dipstick shows the oil > level at least...
  • Re: Fixed: 1.9L starts but wont run long
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Mon, 13 Mar 2006 11:40:40 -0500
    ...I dont remember where I saw the specs on this.Maybe Bentley.I did this test with a pressurized injector.I pumped it up...
  • Coolant refill (distilled water?)
    Historical mailing list - David M
    Sun, 1 Sep 2013 10:21:23 -0700
    ...We have very hard water, should I use distilled water to refill? Also, what are the specs of the hose that goes from the...
  • Re: aftermarket wheels
    Historical mailing list - William Ward
    Sat, 2 May 1998 23:59:43 -0500
    ...Having just received my Haynes manual (Thanks, Ron), I reviewed the tech specs and was amazed at how high the recommended tire pressure is...
  • Re: 2.1L Power-Up Grade
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Bey
    Fri, 6 Nov 1998 05:46:58 EST
    ...much calling to CA I have finally decided on the final specs for my 2.1L upgrade. This is also taking more time to...
  • Re: Another good deal on tools
    Historical mailing list - Stefan Weir
    Thu, 25 Nov 1999 21:50:46 EST
    ...They are SAE approved, chrome vanadium, very nicely finished, meet proper hardness specs, and are half the price of the similar Sears Craftsman. Even...
  • Re: Kirkland tires
    Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
    Tue, 10 Jul 2001 15:12:42 -0700
    ...They were originally recommended by Michelin, and had similar specs to the current Agilis. Two years ago when I needed replacement tires I found...
  • Re: 15 in. wheel and tire ?s
    Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
    Thu, 11 Oct 2001 14:44:40 -0700
    ...Check the archives; somebody did buy them, or at least posted the part # and specs of the steel wheels he found there. Cary --------------------------------- Do...
  • Timing Adjust = loss of power?
    Historical mailing list - van man
    Fri, 23 Aug 2002 08:26:20 -0700
    Hi, My mechanic was trying to get my 87 to pass smog and adjusted the timing back to specs. Apparently it was 5 degrees...
  • Re: Original Carat Alloys in 15 inch size
    Historical mailing list - Mark Fitzsimons
    Thu, 20 Feb 2003 10:16:37 EST
    ...this mean someone has determined that these wheels were built to specs that encompass the weight of a vanagon westfalia, fully loaded for a...
  • Re: ?Equivalent CV Grease?
    Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
    Fri, 9 Apr 2004 19:25:55 -0400
    ...Thursday, April 08, 2004 12:25 PM Subject: ?Equivalent CV Grease? > Does anyone know what commonly available greases have the same specs as the...
  • Re: Inverter at Radio Shack
    Historical mailing list - Doug F
    Sat, 3 Dec 2005 11:26:52 -0800
    ...I trust the 1750w unit would perform to the specs listed on the Costco website. They are manufactured in Canada and have great quality.
  • Re: [vanagon] Deep Cycle specs comparison
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Tue, 20 Sep 2005 14:57:55 -0700
    --- Scott Perkins <2scott@bellsouth.net> wrote: > I got the "Stowaway" from NAPA. about $85 dollars and for the deep cycle performance it was much...
  • Re: balljoint leaking grease
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 20 Feb 2001 12:50:05 -0700
    ...I'd be curious to > see the specs for these if you have them. > > > CHRIS STANN wrote: > > > > Let's disspell some persisting rumors about...
  • Re: iWesty
    Historical mailing list - Timothy Hannink
    Mon, 30 Sep 2002 18:31:06 -0700
    ...earthlink.net/~tjhannink/AV_System_Diagram_and_Product_Specs.htm) with all the product specs and interconnecting cables. I don't have many photos...
  • Re: Napa Brand
    Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
    Tue, 20 May 2003 12:06:28 -0700
    ...I buy GL-3/GL-4 80/85-90 Valvoline at NAPA which meets VW/Porshce/Audi specs for the Vanagon years. It's...
  • Re: Speedo light replacement
    Historical mailing list - Allen Soroka
    Sun, 24 Dec 1995 20:35:44 -0800 (PST)
    ...what are the specs for the bulb, and can I replace it with a common bulb found at Canadian Tire or any auto supply...
  • estimating :^)
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 16 Apr 1996 14:43:11 -0500 (EST)
    ...NO WONDER I COULDN'T SHIFT! I adjusted the freeplay to specs, and it now shifts like new. Thanks for all the suggestions about...
  • Optima Battery Models
    Historical mailing list - Fitz-Randolph, Douglas
    Tue, 22 Aug 2000 12:02:49 -0400
    ...top) and the Optima 900 "Marine" (blue top) batteries is? The specs look identical according to the Optima site. All the references in the...
  • Re: Spark Coil Failure
    Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 wbxs
    Sun, 28 Apr 2002 03:29:33 +0000
    ...The internal resistances were in line with the Bentley test specs. The 3 coils with this failure had been installed on two 2.1L...
  • auto tranny and diff oil
    Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
    Sun, 26 May 2002 11:28:16 -0400
    ...is Dexron synthetic correct for the auto transmission? I know specs refer to Dexron II/Mercon or better, but the synthetic only carries one...
  • Re: cylinder head drain plug
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Tue, 13 Dec 2005 12:33:33 -0500
    ...Just one entry asking for torque specs on the plug.Looks ez in the Bentley, but the access looks bad cause of the pushrod...
  • Re: cylinder head drain plug
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Tue, 13 Dec 2005 09:46:42 -0800
    ...Just one entry asking for torque specs on the plug.Looks ez in > the Bentley, but the access looks bad cause of the pushrod...
  • Re: Difference between North American Engines and European Engines
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:32:24 -0500
    ...to help them build out a Vanagon 2.1 to European > specs. But I have no idea what that means? What is the difference...
  • Re: Need '99 EV prices and available options
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Tue, 5 Jan 1999 07:20:44 -0800
    ...see http://www3.vw.com/cars/camper/specs.htm for a full description of equipment and options including the EV Camper. Interestingly, the Camper...
  • Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:00:57 -0800
    ...DJ-code WBX technical specs >> >> >>> The gentleman from whom I bought my engine sent me technical specs for >>> the mysterious and marvelous DJ-code...
  • Re: Sears Michelins on sale
    Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
    Mon, 8 Nov 2004 12:31:07 -0800
    ...Same > load specs and ply details as the BFG.Both of these tires are load index > 93. Not enough to meet later Westy specs...
  • Re: List of vanagon engine conversions that fit below the stock engine lid...
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Thu, 28 Dec 2006 21:41:46 +0100
    ...m >> >> --- JordanVw@AOL.COM wrote: >> >> >> > so far i know of: >> > >> > -Tiico (inline vw 2.0 motor) -specs? ground height?? >> > -subaru 2.2, 2.5...
  • Re: correct tire pressure for 195 14 8ply
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sat, 17 Mar 2007 22:27:30 -0700
    ...If nothing in the Hankook specs, have them look for 195/Vanagon specs from other tire manufactures. If that fails, I'd start with...
  • Re: Wheel question again
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Wed, 31 Oct 2018 17:47:02 -0300
    ...PCD wheels with a centre bore of 84 an ET of 68, 75 or 83 > > Roy > > None of those Specs work on a Vanagon ~
  • Re: Rear axle torque specs?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 3 Jun 2015 23:12:23 -0400
    At 11:03 PM 6/3/2015, Phil Zimmerman wrote: >I remain outed, bruised, ignored and on my rock off the West Coast. I...
  • Re: Engine swap: stopped by oil filter
    Historical mailing list - James V
    Fri, 23 May 2014 13:51:54 -0700
    ...and Mann W712/80 (Saab) both fit, have similar bypass valve specs and are about 1.5" shorter. http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum...
  • Re: Anyone in/near PDX have extra Vanagon dash pod??
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Wed, 4 Dec 2013 21:08:47 -0800
    ...It's easy to release your specs when you are a government owned company.😉 BenT sent from my electronic leash > On Dec 4, 2013...
  • Re: An Early Vanagon Ad
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Thu, 7 Mar 2013 19:02:53 -0800
    ...http://www.vwpix.org/zip/1984_08_Porsche_B32.zip If someone is inclined to build one, with similar specs, I know a fellow...
  • Re: checking castor
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 1 Nov 2010 17:36:03 -0700
    ...The Bentley mentions this and give castor specs, but does not seem to give any clue about how to actually measure or check the...
  • Re: web page for wheel specs
    Historical mailing list - Ron 'Coyote' Lussier
    Tue, 4 Apr 2000 15:16:03 -0700
    > At the risk of starting another "debacle", I think we should put > together a > page with all the wheels and tire combinations. With the...
  • Re: Rear mattress specs..
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 26 Sep 2001 07:57:08 -0500
    Michael aka ECHO wrote: > Hello listy! > Well, the vanagon dating forum I was trying t set up basically > is a flop. The darn ste...
  • front shock bolt
    Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
    Thu, 27 Sep 2007 09:03:54 -0700
    ...Is anyone able to send me the specs for a replacement (I was able to find those for the rear at an ACE hardware...
  • sexiest syncro alive on ebay?
    Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
    Thu, 27 Sep 2007 15:05:15 -0700
    ...just look at the specs: -original 16" -high-and-pop-top -turbodiesel -solar system -one owner -100kmiles http://tinyurl.com/2r99zw you have three...
  • Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:20:28 -0800
    ...DJ-code WBX technical specs The gentleman from whom I bought my engine sent me technical specs for the mysterious and marvelous DJ-code...
  • Re: diesel questions
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:32:16 -0400
    ...For any brand look for the VW specs 504/00 and 507/00. This will also lock you into lower viscosities such as 5w...
  • Re: Need information on Bosch temperature sensors (More on 8 miles to the gallon)
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Sat, 19 Apr 2003 04:35:06 +0000
    ...I am working on the >problem. > >Does anyone know where I can find the specs for the following sensors? >Bosch 191 >Bosch 346 > >The...
  • Re: '85 a/c compressor bracket bolt specs
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 3 Jun 2011 17:29:28 -0700
    ...Re: '85 a/c compressor bracket bolt specs > The first bolt is listed as a M10x140 in ETKA. > > Be sure you use at least...