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• Re: Etka manual - Now ETKA for Mac?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 2 Jan 2013 13:26:02 -0800
  ...Like I was trying to find diagrams on the (Jetta) ABA engine supports but did not find. Likely user error on my part but...
• Re: map light
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 7 Nov 2012 11:52:27 -0800
  ...GL Campmobile with 2.1 engine (enough information Scott?). -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate...
• Re: insulating hot side of Dometic refer
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 2 Oct 2011 16:17:13 -0400
  ...Unless someone shouts out > "No don't do that!" > > Edward > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81...
• Re: Fuel tank problem solving
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sun, 18 Mar 2018 20:43:20 +0000
  ...that entered fuel system during the original assembly process at the factory and manufacturing of the rubber and plastic fuel lines.  Probably minimal, I...
• Re: 2.1 Throttle Switch Assmebly on 1.9 with later style switch?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 May 2016 10:12:35 -0400
  ...It's only function at idle to cut off the injectors when the engine is being overrun such as coasting downhill or down shifting...
• Re: How to remove clutch pedal ???
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:02:08 -0800
  ...On 1/15/08, TJ Hannink <tjhannink@yahoo.com> wrote: > AFAIK, the pedal assembly for a manual transmission Vanagon can't be removed from...
• Re: 1985?Westy for Sale in Merrillville, Indiana
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:47:38 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Brake lights take alot of pushing to turn them on.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:04:52 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Master Cylinder Reservoir Cap Vent: @ Electrical Connection?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:59:23 -0700
  ...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta 2...
• (oops. Forgot Subject!) Lube Coolant Pump Shaft?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 21 May 2012 17:33:20 -0700
  ...Wouldn't want any of it > thrown onto the belt(s) > > Thanks > > Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
• Re: c.v. joint removal Question
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 12 Nov 2007 15:24:01 -0800
  ...I removed the engine for a rebuild. Can I just > unbolt the inner and outer jounts and remove the shaft / assembly with out > having...
• Re: 81 Air cooled... Engine conversion options??
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 10 Mar 2012 17:42:57 -0500
  ...YMMV as usual. ;) > > > > http://sites.google.com/site/tubaneil2/partsyouneed > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81...
• Re: Clutch Chatter...Silicone contamination!!
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Mon, 23 Mar 1998 22:15:18 EST
  ...Be it from engine assembly or spray lubricants. Use only RTV compounds that are labeled for use with engines that have O2 sensors. Drive...
• Re: 90 GL - chattering in reverse
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Thu, 23 Nov 2000 12:08:17 -0500
  ...After replacing the entire clutch assembly and having the engine > rebuilt (all within the past three months) I didn't think I'd have...
• Re: how much of a performance hit with 215/75/15 tires?
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Tue, 17 Aug 2004 10:07:12 -0700
  ...For a given torque on the axle hub assembly the distance from the centerline of that assembly to the road will dictate how much...
• Re: Starter removal
  Historical mailing list - t
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 18:22:03 -0700
  ...There is a 17MM nut on the engine compartment side right behind the throttle valve assembly. It is possible to take off the throttle...
• Re: Dometic Fridge: Bah Humbug! <grin>
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:47:57 -0700
  ...I took some pics > of the vent assembly on my fridge, out of van, but step by step as it is put > together. > > http...
• Re: LED backup lights update
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sun, 19 Feb 2023 02:53:06 +0000
  Actually....once you are inside Rear Taillight assembly, I think it would be easy to line reflective backspace with spray adhesive and good old...
• Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:49:25 -0700
  Sorry to hear of your engines demise. The engine itself is fine. Once things cooled down, it started almost every time. After hitting the...
• '71 Ignition Switch
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Sat, 11 Nov 1995 17:48:17 -0600 (CST)
  ...hot wire from voltage regulator to coil; engine doesn't run with hot wire removed. I think what's happening is that the part...
• Re: Good fuel filter arrangement?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:39:04 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: '67 Problems Deluxe...
  Historical mailing list - Mike White
  Wed, 5 Apr 1995 13:51:26 MST
  ...Any tips on it? Taking out the lifter assembly is not going to screw up the valve settings is it? Thanks! | - Mike White | | <mike...
• '66 bus w/ flickering oil light
  Historical mailing list - nick mcree
  Sat, 9 Apr 1994 12:48:46 -0500 (CDT)
  ...When I rebuilt the engine there was *no* control assembly for the air flaps to remove. I did not consider putting one on. I...
• Hydraulic lifter valve clearance settings on a 1600 aircooled
  Historical mailing list - Phil Marston
  Tue, 11 Jan 2000 13:10:33 -0000
  ...engine I followed the Haynes manual when adjusting the tappets and pre-loaded the hydraulic tappets by getting to the point where the assembly...
• Re: Does this look like a fuel leak?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:35:17 -0800
  ...From a factory floor assembly standpoint, it is a great feature. From a mechanic's standpoint, it WOULD be a great feature, if it...
• Re: Suckers beware: Re: Interesting item on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Don in Phoenix
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 14:25:23 -0700
  ...He's > >obviously hoping some sucker won't read it. > > > >does not include an engine assembly or transaxle > > > > > >Jim
• Video of Noise at Clutch Operating Lever. Help Diagnose Please?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 25 Jun 2017 17:24:38 -0700
  ...I originally thought the noise was coming from the clutch master cylinder or pedal assembly but the noise is much louder at rear. A...
• Re: Dealing with mechanical problems
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:32:32 -0700
  ...Might as well do something interesting.<< -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to...
• BA-6 (?) Gas Heater Relay PN: 211 963 135
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:46:15 -0800
  ...Vancouver BC, Canada. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Re: Friday - ANother Reason to love Go Westy
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 1 Mar 2013 13:29:57 -0800
  ...Unless you're driving my van, in > which case, you ain't got there yet. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly...
• Re: Neutral safety switch
  Historical mailing list - Annie
  Thu, 2 Jun 2011 22:59:44 -0700
  ...If it is a switch problem, cleaning >>>> it >>>> may very well take care of it; it's a substantial assembly. >>>> >>>> Yrs, >>>> d >>>> >>>> >>> And of...
• Re: Video: TVS Test Light Driving. Discovered Whistle Sound? What is it?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 24 Jun 2012 22:25:11 -0700
  ...Immediately noticed whistle while driving with > engine lid off. Did not hear it revving engine in driveway, lid off. > > Red LED is mid screen...
• Re: Engine balancing
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Thu, 2 Dec 1999 06:31:53 -0500
  ...balancing the internal parts of an engine....pistons, rods, etc, and dynamic balancing of the entire rotating assembly.....pistons, rods, crank, flywheel and clutch...
• Re: Pop Top Wood Frame Damage. PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:11:49 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:44:02 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Under van battery storage
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 8 Sep 2012 21:32:13 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Brake Pedal Pulse Questions
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 23 Aug 2012 11:12:17 -0700
  ...Sure have > fixed a lot of pulsing brakes that way. > > Yours, > David > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com...
• split thrust shim?
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Thu, 31 Jul 2003 19:37:51 -0700
  ...The only problem is that one of the shims was split due to a previous engine mis-assembly of the outer thrust washer. I...
• Re: 1.8t conversion option
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Fri, 24 Aug 2007 20:23:36 -0400
  ...Jim Akiba On 8/22/07, Jason Ewing <uberhare@gmail.com> wrote: > > $3000 is a bit much for a 1.8T engine assembly. I...
• Re: Manual Transmission Removal - 89 Westy
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:51:58 -0700
  ...Same method could be used to drop the engine > gently as well > > John Rodgers > > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http...
• Re: TDI conversion...
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:52:29 -0700
  ...Karl adapts the Bosch fuel injector pump for the older TDI engines: check westyventures.com for details on which engine this part can be...
• Re: 3.3 verses 4.3 ???
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 12:24:20 -0700
  ...4300cc > Assembly Site: Romulus, Michigan > Horsepower: 190-195 hp @ 4400-4600 rpm > Torque: 250-260 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm > Applications: GMC Sierra/Chevrolet Silverado...
• Re: front brake job -how to do a bad job
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:51:34 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• FS: '80 Westy Parts Van in Texas - Cheap!
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 12:45:02 -0500
  ...unknown mileage no engine no transmission no shifting assembly most wiring has been stripped no water tank no fridge no brakes (some hydraulic parts...
• Re: CL ad: 1896 Camper. 1.9 WBX w/Carburetor?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 15 Oct 2011 12:38:05 -0700
  ...GMAIL.COM> wrote: > Meant: "did not know any of the WBX engines used a carb" > > Neil. > > > > On Sat, Oct 15, 2011 at 11:19...
• Re: drips of antifreeze off head
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 2 Jan 2013 09:54:43 -0800
  ...However, it is a testament to good metallurgy and precision German assembly that the original engines last as long as they do, but now...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 30 May 2006 12:24:52 -0700
  ...RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY Well, if someone wants to spend about $25K USD, I'm sure a 2000-2002 SA Caravelle can be brought...
• Re: Alternator blue wire
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 9 Jul 2012 15:09:48 -0700
  ...http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_105_245/voltage_regulator_bosch-_see_description.html Have you checked voltage at alternator engine on...
• Engine Bay Wiring Harness: Heat Damage? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 27 Jul 2012 17:36:08 -0700
  ...Checking the harness is a good thing to do! Thanks Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: [WetWesties] Tire Pressure Problem
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:22:01 -0700
  ...Feeling a lot of pressure to make the tires turn >> around..... -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: Bought Westy with no key for water filler receptacle
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:41:34 -0800
  ...I removed my assembly and took it in to the locksmith. Saved a few bucks that way. Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0...
• Re: clutch cylinder - help
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 1 Apr 1997 19:44:14 +0000
  ...I Steel rod should have a socket assembly on its end that pushes on the ball on the lever. Best sign to rebuild, when...
• Re: Radius Rod (strut) Newbs: Clean First!
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 17:04:03 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Rear brakes frustration
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 1 Feb 2012 11:07:06 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• can I start/run eng. w/o MAS/air cleaner assemb?
  Historical mailing list - azsun99
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:42:06 -0700
  I finally finished replacing most of the FI hoses in the engine compartment, new protective sleeve, new firewall fitting ( I know, I should have...
• Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 17 Sep 2013 16:34:17 -0700
  ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
• Re: How To Choose YOUR Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:28:46 -0700
  ...My battery negative terminal stamping has it in spades. > > Yrs, > d > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: CO Adjusting Screw. PO Set it All The Way In? Base Setting?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 21 Jun 2012 15:54:10 -0700
  ...But this switch closes every time, engine > off, throttle moved by hand. I may wire in an LED and watch it while > driving. A...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
  Tue, 17 Aug 2021 13:42:23 -0700
  ...I will secure the assembly under my Vanagon....and hope I will > never need it. > > > > > > -- > > Neil n > > > > VE7TBN > > > > 1988 Westy 50º ABA swap: https...
• Re: Yes!! finally!! an audi 5cyl into an automatic vanagon!!:<.)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 4 Nov 1998 18:28:21 EST
  ...are they mounting the whole engine and tranny assembly lower? or is the in-line 5 engine mounted more on it side.. flatter? When...