Search messages and discussions

Search preserved mailing-list messages and current email and website contributions. Current posts are searchable before weekly archival. Recovery gaps remain possible. Words are matched together; try fewer terms if needed.

Page 14+: 60 results shown for Bosch.

Source-balanced relevance: matches from both collections are interleaved, with source dates breaking ties. Restoration time is not the original posting date.

• Re: 81 hot start problem
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Mar 96 19:47:23 PST
  ...A VW mechanic here >(Ellensburg, WA) says he's heard of such, but thinks that there's an >inherent problem in that Bosch starter...
• Re: Distributer wanted
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:17:33 -0700
  That's because Bosch obsoleted them several years ago. Bosch # 07212. I'll check my stash to see if I have any extras new...
• Re: NGK part number for 3-electrode spark plug
  Historical mailing list - David Ohlemacher
  Fri, 19 Jun 1998 06:04:45 -0400
  ...NGK part number for 3-electrode spark plug Answering my own query - the NGK interchange for the Bosch W7DTC is BP6ET - $2.99 each...
• Re: Wiper Blades
  Historical mailing list - Howard Fleming
  Fri, 28 May 1999 22:41:02 -0500
  On a related note, can you still get Bosch refills anymore? The last time I looked for blades, either the store I tried (no...
• Re: Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 12 May 2000 12:06:26 -0400
  ...When I put in the Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs >(single pole) the RPMs went up 500 with NO other changes to the engine. >just...
• Re: Spark plugs - 2.l L
  Historical mailing list - Paul Rogers
  Sat, 27 Sep 2014 22:12:31 -0700
  ...I drove to San Jose from Tracy with Super Bosch plugs and had a bit of stumbling, especially after fairly long downhills. Even on...
• Re: Ignition wires
  Historical mailing list - Shawn & Janis Wright
  Wed, 7 May 1997 11:06:08 -0800
  ...in Illinois. > > > >I realize Bosch is the preferred way to go with the Brazilian wires next > >on the totem pole. > > > >The cap and rotor...
• Re: Bosch "premium" rebuilt starter appears to be built from non-Bosch parts!?!
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 2 Jul 2017 21:47:17 -0700
  ...I paid really good money for a rebuilt Bosch starter by a local independent speciality shop but foolishly didn't install it for some...
• Re: Friday: Bosch MAF (mass air flow meter)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 30 Jun 2017 19:56:40 -0400
  ...Here's one for $150 https://www.germanautosupply.com/bosch-air-mass-sensor-maf-12666.html Yrs d On Fri, Jun 30, 2017 at...
• Re: Replacing Starter on 85 Vanagon - Jackstands or Ramps ?
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:28:39 -0400
  ...My advice is to keep your old Bosch unit so that in a year or two when the reduction one craps out, you will...
• Re: Generic O2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Laura Woten
  Tue, 9 Jul 2002 16:31:54 -0700
  We are having problems with the Bosch O2 Sensor as well. What are some other Vanagon-specific sensors that we could look at? TIA...
• Re: 8 Secretive Part Numbers For One Fuel Pump?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 21 Dec 2010 20:46:00 -0800
  ...Bosch Fuel pump: > > 0 580 463 016 > 0 580 464 070 > 69713 > 69469 > GFP301 > 0580463016 > 0580464070 > 251 906 091 > > All these are Bosch part...
• Re: <syncro> starter differences
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 26 May 1998 20:54:50 -0700
  ...If a FLAPS wants to sell you a Bosch SR19X, tell them no way, you want the Bosch SR401X. The 401 is a couple...
• AC compressors w/ Serp belt pulley?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Sat, 10 Oct 1998 11:29:04 -0400
  ...bosch relay > > I just recieved a catalog in the mail which has Bosch relays for $1.95. > The > Bosch part number is 0332 104...
• Re: plugs?
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Mon, 1 Jan 1996 15:13:19 +0000
  ...Happy New Year Everyone!! :) The correct Bosch Platinum Plug for a 2.1 Litre Wasserboxer is WR7CP. I've had trememdous results from these...
• Re: What is an AFM?
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Tue, 5 Oct 1999 12:24:07 -0600
  ...A really good book on how Bosch Fuel Injection works can be found at http://www.rb.com/bosch/gfib/gfib.htm Easy to...
• Rear Wiper Motor
  Historical mailing list - George Bosch
  Wed, 18 Nov 1998 23:57:28 -0800
  Can anyone tell me how to test the rear wiper motor on my 85 GL? George Bosch Roseburg, OR
• Re: What about New Bosche Plus 4 Plugs?
  Historical mailing list - James Shinosky
  Wed, 6 Jan 1999 10:14:34 EST
  No. Its brochure says no gap setting needed... they re pre-set. James W88kender
• Re: why so testy?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 10:18:18 -0500
  <<<snip>>>...northern Maine...<<<snip>>> Isn't that akin to saying "...a little pregnant..."? Alan Bosch & Phred ('88 Wolfsburg)
• Re: Cut you sparkplugs
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Thu, 27 Dec 2001 12:57:57 EST
  Bosch Quad tip plugs are like this, plus you get three additional electrodes to prevent no spark. Robert
• Bosch injector
  Historical mailing list - Darren Lastfogel
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 14:39:23 -0500
  How do they fire? Pulses per ignition discharge? is it a dwell? This is the question going around the office.
• Re: Lifespan of Platinum plugs in 2.1L?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 29 Jun 2003 08:01:51 -0700
  According to http://www.boschusa.com/AutoParts/PartFinder/partfinder.asp I get this for my '88 2.1L Part Number Description Where to Buy...
• Re: Generic O2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Tue, 9 Jul 2002 12:26:57 -0700
  Andrew, The Bosch O2 sensor is not a generic replacement, it is a Bosch Part for a Ford with the connector removed or not...
• Re: vanagon factory front crank window knob extensions...they Do exist..
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Jun 2002 20:57:12 EDT
  ...injectors in my 81 Westy > & found the 3 of them are Bosch 0 280 150 114 & 1 is 0 > 280 150 116 accordint to...
• Re: spark plugs, etc
  Historical mailing list - PNC Allen
  Fri, 9 Aug 2002 15:28:05 -0400
  ...spark plugs, etc I have an 84...there are 3 prong Bosch plugs and 1 prong Bosch plugs. Which one is best to get...
• Re: O2 sensors brand quality difference?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 25 Jul 2014 11:00:30 -0700
  Well, Bosch invented them, and QC of many aftermarket parts is suspect. They are used in an extreme heat and vibration application, contain platinum...
• Bus Depot - What Kind of Policy is This?
  Historical mailing list - karen d
  Sat, 10 Jul 2004 08:35:20 -0700
  ...Why would Bus Depot sign such a contract? Does this mean they are made by Bosch but Bosch also sells them to Bus Depot...
• Re: Bosch +4
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Sun, 11 Jun 2000 11:06:50 -0400
  ...Bosch +4 There is no listing in Bosch catalogs for a +4 spark plug in a Vanagon application. Does anyone know if one will...
• Re: Bus Depot OXS Dilemma; Where Is the Truth?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Mon, 28 Apr 2003 14:15:37 -0400
  ...One used (Bosch p/n 13931) and the other brand new (Bosch p/n 13913). For the sake of brevity, I'll refer to...
• Update on the alternator story
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Tue, 24 May 2011 22:22:49 -0700
  ...070-903-803A Bosch Internal Voltage Regulator, Rectangular Housing with Brushes (30062), 1981 $18.00 Z. 068-903-803B Bosch Internal Voltage Regulator, Round...
• Re: Oil Filters
  Historical mailing list - Tom Durkin
  Wed, 9 Jul 2003 19:45:30 -0700
  ...Oil Filters Hi Volks, I've normally been using Bosch oil filters in our 84 Westy, however I only have one left and am...
• Re: Cold Starting-Bosch Platinums
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 12 Nov 2003 23:00:02 -0500
  I have also had success with both the Bosch Platinums and the +4's. Been using either since 30K. Now at 208K. Dennis -----Original...
• FOR SALE: Bran new BOSCH coil
  Historical mailing list - Fuzzy :philippe
  Thu, 14 Jul 2016 12:50:40 -0700
  Paid $92 for it, will let it go for $80 shipped. Email me separately if interested! Philippe
• Re: O2 Sensors
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Fri, 30 Sep 2005 11:17:09 -0400
  Bunch of baloney! Your new O2 sensor alone likely made the difference in performance. I use Bosch O2 sensors. Michael
• Re: Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 13 May 2000 06:33:31 EDT
  In a message dated 5/12/00 1:21:04 PM Eastern Daylight Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: << Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs >> Seat...
• Re: Oil Filter? Oil Flavor?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 12 Feb 1999 11:17:51 -0500
  ...VW Dealers usually carry Mann (same as Bosch) while most > foreign autoparts stores carry Knecht (same as Mahle) if you ask for OEM > filters...
• bosch information
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 12 Aug 94 14:40:24 CDT
  i recently got a copy of a Bosch catalog of gasoline and diesel injection products. and, as i am wont to do at times...
• Re: Reman. or New ECUs
  Historical mailing list - Craig Rogers
  Sat, 20 Sep 1997 19:16:17 -0400
  I recommend getting a Bosch remanufactured ECU. I bought and exchanged 4 brand new bad ones from 2 different VW Dealers. At about $550...
• Re: Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 12 May 2000 12:43:49 EDT
  I am running the quad tip Bosch plugs in my modified 2.1L engine. The engine fires instantly. I give the starter a quick...
• Re: rats... my alternator is junk.
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Sat, 22 Feb 2003 13:09:07 -0800
  ...Bosch alternator. >http://turbobricks.saliv8.com/mods/alternator_ext-reg.htm > >Obviously Vanagonites are not the only folks who struggle with the Bosch >internal...
• Re: Loose coil wire
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 13:00:29 -0600
  ...Very good Bosch sold through Authorized Bosch Auto Repair > Shops. > > Not likely you've got an Air Cooled but the air cooled needs a...
• Re: Help Wiring O2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 27 Apr 2003 14:26:04 -0600
  ...I plan to > do this when I need to on my GL. > > I would go with the cheapest 4-wire Bosch sensor you can...
• Re: Bosch 72150 or Wix 51342
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 21 May 2010 10:38:53 -0700
  Jake's comment notwithstanding, while Bosch 72150 is the correct listing, I've occasionally had oil pressure problems using this filter in the past...
• Re: Silver socket plug
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 31 Mar 2006 20:18:47 -0500
  ...John Deere * Bosch male and female BMW accessory plugs are available from BMW dealers. I don�t have the BMW part number nor the...
• Re: Generic O2 Sensors - What is the real deal?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 2 Apr 2007 10:35:59 -0700
  I have run both Walker and Bosch Generic O2 Sensors for years on various vehicles I've owned without any problems to speak of...
• Re: 1984 Vanagon computer problem.
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 21:46:08 -0600
  > Dear Vanagon Enthusiast: > > I am having a problem with the computer on my 1984 vanagon (Bosch 0 280 000 > 501). I would like to...
• Re: forsale
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Mon, 8 Mar 1999 08:36:25 -0600
  ...Is it necessary to keep posting it over and over again? Alan Bosch Phred ('88 Wolfsburg) Jaime Bates <amstaffy_1@WEBTV.NET> on 03...
• Re: GAUGES
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 21 Nov 2000 13:22:43 -0800
  NAPA sells the rotor. Reboxed Bosch. About $25 IIRC. P/N EP517 (Echlin) 5200 rpm limiting rotor. Jim Arnott WetWesties Union, OR
• Re: Whos using Sorenson Fuel Injectors???
  Historical mailing list - Mark Upton
  Mon, 4 Mar 2002 14:04:50 EST
  I SELL THE SAME EXACT BOSCH INJECTORS $300.00 FOR THE SET DELEVERED TO YOUR DOOR.MARK UPTON
• Re: Changing EuroVan Plugs
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 8 Apr 95 13:55:08 EDT
  ...Unfortuanately, IMHO, they are > made by <gag> Champion... > Always used Bosch Platinum or triple electrode in my Quantum Syncro, since it used the same...
• Re: Plugs...
  Historical mailing list - Off White
  Wed, 13 May 1998 14:23:25 -0700
  ...Doubled the horsepower and mpg. > >Okay, no they didn't...in fact I can't tell ANY difference from the regular or >platinum Bosch...
• Re: 86 camper FS - NY (Cameron Mills)
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Mon, 29 Mar 1999 12:40:52 -0600
  ...Alan Bosch Phred ('88 Wolfsburg) Joel Walker <jwalker@URONRAMP.NET> on 03/28/99 04:36:03 AM Please respond to Joel Walker <jwalker...
• Re: Bosch 2.1l MAF sensors $225
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 5 May 2000 16:17:53 -0400
  ...parts guy just let me know that he has 10 Genuine Bosch MAF >sensors (Brand new, not rebuilt) for $225 US. These units fit...
• Bosch fuel pump for '81 Volvo usable on van?
  Historical mailing list - Carol Sussman
  Wed, 19 Dec 2001 13:12:01 -0500
  ...The Bosch K-jet CIS fuel injection system on the Volvo has a fuel pressure regulator and fuel accumulator to set/maintain psi of...
• Re: misfire when hot
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 3 Oct 2013 17:43:07 -0700
  ...Note, my coolant temp is fine. > > Van has new NGK plugs, OEM wires, new Bosch rebuilt dizzy and a new Bosch > coil, as well...
• Re: New Bosch H4's from CDN Tire r Installed
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 19:11:20 -0800
  ...New Bosch H4's from CDN Tire r Installed >>>For $10 CAD more I have the REAL Bosch European H4s with the park lamps...
• Re: Correct headlight?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 30 Jun 2015 19:48:51 -0700
  ...Richard Atwell covers it well (with pictures!) http://www.ratwell.com/technical/BoschH4.html > On Jun 30, 2015, at 5:22 PM, Jeff Palmer...
• Re: Electrical Questions...
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 25 Sep 2001 13:33:53 -0700
  ...Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "Alan Bosch" <arbosch@RA.ROCKWELL.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2001 7:37 AM...
• Re: Veggy sytle(sic.).
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Tue, 29 Jan 2002 14:58:53 -0800
  ...Veggy sytle(sic.). > > vegetarian = poor hunter > > Karl Wolz > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Alan Bosch" <arbosch@RA.ROCKWELL.COM> > To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> > Sent: Tuesday...
• Spark Plugs: Bosch Single TIp to NGK BP6ET Tri Tip User Opinions?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 22 Jun 2012 14:33:17 -0700
  ...I'm sure) For those who have switched from good condition Bosch __ single tip plugs to NGK BP6ET 3 tip, did they find that...