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• Re: Mercedes 5cyl 300TD in vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 22:35:47 +1300
  ...and there's no adaptor kit for them. >Those famous words, 'It'll blow any *** away'. Get a clue, VW has wee 1.9...
• Re: Need graywater tank ideas
  Historical mailing list - Markus Mumper
  Thu, 19 Aug 2004 12:11:52 -0700
  ...It has several plastic adapter plates adaptors, one of > which screws right onto the sink drain under the van (of my 91 CDN model...
• Re: TDI Starter info was:Bosch "premium" rebuilt starter appears to be built from non-Bosch parts!?!
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Mon, 3 Jul 2017 13:47:23 -0700
  ...d use a >> super-thin nut and deeper recess in the adaptor. Since that bolt is one of >> four engine mounting bolts strength is...
• Re: More 2.1L coolant sys woes (long)
  Historical mailing list - Barry Muller
  Sun, 2 Jan 2005 15:42:57 -0500
  ...All together this system worked fine up to 17 PSI - without any adaptors. I found the leak at the front right of the engine...
• Re: Propane refill adaptor
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Tue, 20 Oct 2015 19:02:08 -0400
  http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200306161_200306161 it "saves your steak" when your bbq tank runs out in the middle of cooking...
• Re: Vanagon/Subaru conversion
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 4 Jan 2018 06:02:39 -0800
  ...It has the Mullendore ( Im not sure I spelled > that right) adaptor that allows the use of a late model diesel starter. It > does...
• 2.2 Suby Stuff etc. FS Sandy Oregon
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 19 Jun 2014 11:59:54 -0700
  ...condition, if all needed parts present, or if adaptor plate present or correct for a Vanagon transaxle, but based upon shop owners comments, my...
• Re: '82-2.0 teardown. help me find the knocking please
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 13:06:52 -0700
  ...You need an adaptor plate or DV clutch housing etc. It can be done, but be prepared for a LOT of work. You are...
• Re: porsche engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 13 Sep 2007 12:52:27 -0700
  ...That means an adaptor plate to fit a VW trans, which will then blow. Or a kit to fit it to an aircooled Porsche...
• Re: Mail list history and happy news
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Mon, 12 Jan 2009 13:53:34 +0000
  ...For christmas my wife put the car seat adaptor from Go > Westy in my stocking. Yay! Everyone is healthy and the kid is super...
• Re: Cold start oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 11 May 2021 22:42:46 -0600
  ...had VDO oil pressure and temp gauges, senders on a sandwich adaptor at the oil filter. Start-up pressure has been just under 80...
• Re: Vanagon Gas Tank/Fuel System measurements
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 11 May 2010 11:48:11 -0400
  ...it, but if i need > to pick one up as an adaptor i need to know ASAP. > > -Craig > '85GL turned WESTY > BOSTIG in the...
• RE: 1980 Vanagon Engine Work
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Fri, 10 Nov 1995 16:08:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...KEP makes adaptors for many different engines into VWs. Steve Maher smaher@gi.com '71 VW Transporter '80 VW V6anagon soon
• Re: Compression tester question
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Fri, 16 Nov 2007 09:12:38 -0800
  ...once it's pumped up, it > > > should stay there correct? > > > > > > It was threaded properly, and adaptor to hose was threaded properly too. > > > > > > Apologies for...
• Re: Vanagon Starter relay kit
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 10 Dec 2015 09:58:35 -0800
  ...Bosch 110 starter rebuild) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJM2veUNBc0 I too would be of the Mullendore adaptor + new TDI install camp as...
• Re: Propane Fill Question (Ontario, Canada)
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Sun, 7 Jul 2013 18:17:41 -0700
  ...Instead the liquid propane from 25ft of 3" hose discharged. ) Most Canadian propane filling� places will not have the adaptor to use the inside...
• Re: Cold Weather starting
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:28:02 -0500
  Hi David, I would recommend Karl’s adaptor that works with either a TDI or gas gear reduction starter. Same advantages as GW or...
• H-4 Headlight questions
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:36:11 -0700
  ...These came with aiming instructions (Hella) and instructions for installing the bulb that mention an adaptor plug..Did I miss out on that, or...
• Re: home made pressure bleeder
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Wed, 11 Mar 2009 21:46:17 -0400
  ...the adaptors never fit well enough! The threads leaking "Can" be addressed in a permenant way with some teflon tape or similar sealing method...
• Re: Friday; 12V generator ideas / Tiny Honda Generator
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:04:35 -0500
  ...Only drawback is it is a little pricey at $1000. > > Maybe we need KEP to make an adaptor plate to use old Bosch alternators...
• Re: Syncro running terrible
  Historical mailing list - Modl6971
  Tue, 12 May 1998 03:13:58 EDT
  ...The wireharness adaptor isn't going to cure your problem, it's still needed though. Michael M. 87 syncro.
• 1990 Westfalia: a few questions
  Historical mailing list - Francois Poulin
  Fri, 8 Oct 1999 11:28:48 -0400
  ...The opening on the left side to fill the water tank does not accept a garden hose, what kind of adaptor is needed? When...
• Re: [WetWesties] VW Campers and Kayaks
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 6 Jan 2008 18:06:26 -0600
  ...Mounted > on > the '87 poptop. > > Also, you can get Yakima bike adaptors to carry bikes on top. > > Pete > '79 Westy "Aardvark" > '87 Westy "Joe...
• Re: Replacing my cheap Chinese starter after one year
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Tue, 30 Oct 2018 02:00:31 -0400
  ...Two years testing with one on my personal vans and 20 more out in the market attached to my adaptors, no complaints so far...
• Re: Propane Heresy - Can you retrofit Westy for alternate use of Coleman fuel?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 11 May 2002 19:25:41 -0400
  ...second Marshall brass regulator with excess-flow POL fitting and an adaptor to take the small bottle. Note -- I don't see any reason...
• Re: auto I-4 engine conversion
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 27 Jan 2004 22:05:39 EST
  ...Can you use the Kennedy adaptor w/ the other diesel parts? After taking a good look at the donor westy we found (and getting...
• Re: More 2.1L coolant system woes (long)
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 30 Dec 2004 06:49:40 -0500
  ...Chase down a Snap On dealer and purchase a expansion tank adaptor, and >the testing pressure pump. > >Best and fastest way to a resolve...
• Re: WTB: used sink faucet or alternative...
  Historical mailing list - Normand Gagnon & Sylvie Brunet
  Wed, 6 Oct 2004 23:21:43 -0400
  ...You will have to make an adaptor plate (or find one), I made it in plexiglass and it hold well. Also, you will have...
• Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 21 Jan 2017 13:27:17 -0800
  ...Since I'm on a road trip, am considering the gowesty reduction gear starter vs the mullendore adaptor/TDI starter since it *seems* the...
• Re: Fixed my Honda, Thought: Honda 2.4 I-VTEC Engine into Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:04:17 -0800
  ...motor into the > vanagon, and if Kennady Engineering has done the adaptor plates already.... > �� I am surprised this particular swap hasn't had some...
• Re: transmission change: how to turn a/c engine to get at bolts???
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 3 Dec 2005 14:09:17 -0800
  ...how do I turn the crankshaft to access the torque converter bolts? Bentley says to use adaptor 3052 with extension and T handle -- one...
• Re: To bleed or not to bleed
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sat, 9 Apr 2011 02:14:53 -0400
  Find a piece of 1/8'' hose and make the necessary adaptors (using other sizes of hose) to attach it to a funnel. Run...
• Re: Starter for Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 16 Oct 2020 17:47:52 -0400
  ...been common knowledge forever. > > BTW, if you had some of my adaptors and new SR0425N starters you wouldn't > > have to put that crap...
• RE: ADVICE/Info Needed!
  Historical mailing list - King, Robert
  22 Feb 1995 15:46:50 +1000
  ...The conversion is not that hard - engine mount, adaptor plate fabrication and (VW) flywheel modification are really all there is to it. Arranging the...
• Re: Lighter plug in dash a big joke...
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 9 Jan 2005 02:03:51 -0700
  ...The other alternative is to get an adaptor for the "silver plug" outlet. http://secure.mycart.net/catalogs/catalog.asp?prodid=1105726 Has several...
• Re: Automatic Starter options was: Front Heater Fan Motor Lube?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 29 Jan 2020 01:15:34 +0000
  ...On the same Amazon link the IMI (or copies of) shows up, which again is what made me build the first prototype adaptor. I...
• Re: Stand or Bench for engine?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Rogers
  Tue, 12 Oct 2004 12:47:50 -0700
  ...still built many engines on the side & I fashioned a vw adaptor to a commercial engine stand so I could continue to tilt those...
• Re: I need help identifying a part...........
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:09:09 -0700
  ...Can you not just put a bolt in? Or is the thread, ** and type of metal ** on the adaptor, that specific? Neil. On Fri...
• Re: Fuses-last response blocked.
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:31:59 +0000
  ...The adaptor for the blade fuses, mentioned by Todd,  sounds interesting but I don’t want to add too much complexity and I want...
• Re: Decided to Rebuild my 2.1-Bottom split
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Fri, 22 Sep 2000 15:51:09 -0400
  ...of 3/8" treaded rod, nuts, washers and some sockets as >> adaptors to make a puller to pull out the wrist pins. Much easier...
• Fw: Lighting the fridge-the E-Z way
  Historical mailing list - Roy Olynick
  Fri, 15 Aug 2003 21:38:29 -0500
  ...Anyway, I attached the small red adaptor to the high-flow air output, stuck it into the drain tube, hit the propane button, and...
• Re: I need help identifying a part...........
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 20:58:03 -0700
  ...n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > ..... ** and type of metal ** on the adaptor, that specific? > > Neil. > > > > On Fri, Sep 21, 2012 at 5:46 PM...
• Re: free toolbox with vw purchase
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:21:15 -0400
  ...We already have: >> >> Pressure tester with the vanagon adaptor,screw right onto the resivoir >> bottle.. >> All the usual wrenches,sockets,fluke meter,timing light...
• Re: Water Leak on 2.1 - Advise needed
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 17 Nov 1998 12:07:07 -0500
  ...There is a water > distributor/adaptor/thing near the starter that has two pipes going into > it from the back of the car about...
• Re: Front Suspension - Screws
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 26 May 2009 23:54:35 -0700
  ...bolt, to press out the bolt remanents from the lower BJ adaptors. This resulted (said 13mm bolt): http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/FuckingBentBolt.jpg To...
• Re: installing oil pressure gauge
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 Sep 2000 23:06:34 -0700
  ...my '89 westy? I got the VDO gauge, sender, and extention adaptor from Bus Depot. I've tried the archives on this with no...
• Converting 2WD to 4WD (not Syncro)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 12 Sep 2001 20:29:03 +1200
  ...brakes anyway by then, Porsche 993 units, fitted using a Hansen adaptor kit (I don't know whether this kit replaces the itegrated early...
• Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 3 Feb 2017 02:35:29 +0000
  ...housing; >> AFAIK, it needs to be removed for installation of starter adaptor plate. >> >> Neil. >> > -- Neil n Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca...
• Re: Extra Oil cooler?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:57:24 -0700
  ...Boy, there are certainly a lot of fittings and adaptors to page through. I enjoy fabricating relatively simple straightforward mechanical systems such as an...
• Re: 82 vanagon brakes.. how bad...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Hembel
  Fri, 31 Aug 2001 17:00:40 -0500
  ...set of all 4 Porsche 993 > discs complete and a Hansen adaptor kit for the front units. Only > problem... you'd need 17" wheels...
• [SVXVanagon] Re: SVX into Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 22:49:40 +1200
  ...About the<br> only way to get around the physical space restraints that I can see<br> is to have an adaptor fabricated, that...
• Re: trans fluid
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Wed, 27 Feb 2008 17:11:49 +0000
  ...I can't see how you'd do it without the pump adaptor (as expensive as MT-90 is, I didn't want it...
• Engine adaptor for Audi 5 cyl?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Mon, 10 Mar 2008 19:03:21 EDT
  Hi, It has been a long time since I was on the list as I sold my last Carat because it was poor in...
• Re: KEP Plate Remove Transmission
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:58:19 -0800
  ...Hi all. >> >> No biggie but.... >> >> On a Vanagon with a KEP adaptor plate, is it easier to remove tranny >> w/adapter plate attached? >> >> Seems...
• Re: '82-2.0 teardown. help me find the knocking please
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 07:07:05 -0700
  ...Mark Don Hanson wrote: > There are all kinds of engine/tranny adaptors available. Kennedy > Engineering makes an adaptor plate to mate the inline gas...
• Catalina 2500 Awning Installation
  Historical mailing list - John Fried
  Tue, 9 May 2000 09:31:08 -0400
  ...Three van adaptor brackets were supplied in the kit and, while it said only two were needed, I installed all three. (The one awning...
• High Lift Jacks
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Sun, 31 Dec 2006 17:15:12 -0800
  ...would a 48 inch jack... ??? I'm going to get that adaptor for the high lift once Volkscafe gets them in again... so it...
• Re: KEP Plate Remove Transmission
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:19:59 -0700
  ...Hi all. >>> >>> No biggie but.... >>> >>> On a Vanagon with a KEP adaptor plate, is it easier to remove tranny >>> w/adapter plate attached? >>> >>> Seems...
• Re: Front seat replacements
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Wed, 30 Oct 2002 04:54:39 EST
  ...captain's chairs from other manufacturers that fit > in with an adaptor kit? > > Thanks, > > Toma > Hi Toma, My sentiments exactly! I am in the...
• Using Bronco II fuel pump in Vanagon interchange
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Fri, 1 Oct 2004 15:34:25 -0400
  ...The Bronco II pump won't bolt in without making some kind of bushing or adaptor to get the diameter of the Vanagon's...