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• Re: unpleasant surprise
  Historical mailing list - John Scheckel
  Tue, 30 Mar 1999 22:25:30 -0800
  ...I extracted the engine and took a > good look at it and decided that it probably only needed head gaskets and > JB Weld. I...
• Re: Vacuum System Parts on 1.9 - "Y's" and Constrictors...
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
  Tue, 14 Oct 2014 20:24:01 -0400
  ...If so I figure I can just call the end with jb weld and drill a tiny hole in it... http://tech.bentleypublishers.com...
• Re: Hi resolution pictures of Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 7 Sep 2007 19:33:42 -0700
  Not sure if he did NOT remove the heads, but I recall him posting something about sandpaper, JB weld, used to fill pits in...
• Re: Replacing the water pump on a 2.1
  Historical mailing list - A2L1
  Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:30:13 -0400
  ...I am considering going to the local junkyard and putting together two brackets that will work and having them welded together. I figure that...
• Re: Logan Pass - blew the expansion tank temp sensor
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 10 Jul 2015 12:36:44 +0000
  ...marine texed an aluminum oil pan .. > where the first attempt with JB weld only sorta worked. > > I love WestSystem epoxy. > I mix teak sawdust...
• Re: Hall Sender question
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 24 Dec 2003 15:28:57 -0800
  I have used JB Weld to fix these. So far so good! David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC...
• Re: Transmission corroding through
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Wed, 6 Apr 2005 17:18:47 -0600
  ...Thanks as usual. > > Bill H. > 88 GL > The infamous jb weld comes to mind. Properly cured in that spot and it may last forever...
• compression and leak down test
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Foust
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 08:35:29 -0500
  ...I pulled a standard wheel rim rubber fill valve through the hole, and filled the overflow port with a screw and jb weld. Worked...
• Re: ENgine Stuff....
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 8 Mar 1999 00:16:40 -0600
  ...and well I had my heads JB welded.. but I am scared of one thing.. one of my cyl's.. it has a crack...
• Re: Who has/had the longest lived head gasket on this list?
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Sun, 14 Oct 2001 22:28:06 -0700
  ...head gaskets and under what conditions (standard heads, ceramic coated heads, JB weld fixed heads, improved head bolts, distilled water in coolant, etc.). I...
• Michael's repairs - more info. needed.
  Historical mailing list - AAG - Larry Word
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 17:28:31 -0500
  ...Yeah I know what you are thinking but > there are some here, they are just very short. > > So far the JB Weld trick is...
• water in exhaust after fresh heads installed
  Historical mailing list - Imua Camper Company
  Wed, 3 Apr 2002 09:13:38 -1000
  ...slight resurfacing with JB weld on head mating surface, replaced all cylinder O-rings, new piston ring set, valves lapped. Engine is running great...
• RE: Introductions, Garcia, & School Buses...
  Historical mailing list - Erik Thomsen
  Mon, 8 Apr 1996 14:36:17 -0700
  ...Smith [SMTP:jbsmith@ix.netcom.com] > Sent: Monday, April 08, 1996 5:28 AM > To: Multiple recipients of list > Subject: Introductions, Garcia, & School Buses...
• Re: Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:56:15 -0700
  ...the other one is epoxy steel.....JB Weld , etc. clean the spot real well, like with carb cleaner.. apply the goop , let cure. that...
• Re: Speedometer Cable End - cost
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 28 May 1999 07:59:13 -0700
  ...JB > Weld, Epoxy, Sleeve Retainer or ?????? Still pondering what would be the > best glue. And, yes I will still have time to spend with...
• stripped stud hole
  Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
  Tue, 24 Oct 2000 22:42:30 -0400
  ...Worse case I could epoxy/JB weld/whatever it into the head. I don't like that idea at all though. I notice that...
• RE: 87 Vanagon: Not your ordinary leaking head
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 13 Mar 1996 08:23:14 -0800
  ...I really hate to do anything involving removing the head right now and am tempted to use some kind of "JB Weld" product to...
• Re: Exhaust Leak
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 20 Jul 2001 10:54:45 -0700
  ...Sometimes the crack can be welded in place, but if you have to take them off to get at the crack, replace both of...
• trip odometer myth
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 10:19:44 EDT
  ...I rebuilt it with JB Weld and it is now permanent. I'll bet that the workings get sticky with age and lube drying...
• Help - I've done it now!
  Historical mailing list - Cooper, Jonathan R.
  Wed, 6 Jun 2001 09:24:17 -0400
  ...Is this a job for JB weld? (but I assume someone will want to use the access area again All responses will be appreciated...
• Re: [FIX] Instrument Housing Repair
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 29 Sep 2002 21:57:42 -0500
  ...I use JB Weld. Remove all instruments, build little dams from clear packaging tape around broken out corners (inside and out) , or on the...
• Re: Help! 85 coolant circulation question...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 18 Dec 2004 13:50:58 -0500
  ...I then packed the area with JB Weld ... but probably didn't have to. It was in place for 4 years before I replaced...
• Re: Who has/had the longest lived head gasket on this list?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Mon, 15 Oct 2001 09:24:36 -0500
  ...head gaskets and under what conditions (standard heads, ceramic coated heads, JB weld fixed heads, improved head bolts, distilled water in coolant, etc.). I...
• Re: Transmission corroding through
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Thu, 7 Apr 2005 02:23:52 -0400
  ...then I'd clean with brake cleaner and goop thoroughly with JB weld. This is basically what I just got done doing to the...
• Re: For the Vanagon Newbies - Oil Filler Neck Secret
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:49:03 -0500
  ...once i dropped it behind the fiberglass bumper...took me 15 minutes > to get it out LOL > > im thinking of JB welding a little...
• Re: Dreaded water jacket head gasket leak strikes
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sun, 20 Dec 2015 19:32:38 +0000
  ...Still haven't put in > > a new engine. > > > > Anyway, pics of the jb weld part here > > > > https://shufti.wordpress.com/2013/05/21/vanagon...
• Re: Water pump impeller wore into case
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 11 Sep 2011 17:28:24 -0500
  ...Water pump impeller wore into case Fill the pits with JB weld and file or sand the face smooth. I had one that was...
• Re: Replacement of coolant
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 8 Apr 2016 12:36:10 +0000
  I used a pop rivet and JB weld on the pipes when the metal inserts in my 90 came loose. I drove it for...
• Re: coolant pipe repair (long)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 23 Apr 2002 13:59:08 -0500
  ...Then I >mixed up a batch of JB Weld (love that stuff) and smeared it on the ends, >and the metal sleeve. With a...
• Re: ISO Upper Steering Column Housing
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sun, 13 Sep 2020 11:20:03 -0500
  ...for-switch.html > > > > if broken you could repair it with JB Quick Weld on the underside. > > I did it on some of my vans...
• Re: 82 Coolant Tank retrofit help
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:10:26 -0800
  ...I patched my old leaky one using WEST epoxy, which I find easier, less expensive and more versitile than JB Weld for stuff like...
• Re: Vacuum System Parts on 1.9 - "Y's" and Constrictors...
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 14 Oct 2014 21:06:04 -0400
  ...If so I figure I can just call the end with jb weld and drill >a tiny hole in it... > >http://tech.bentleypublishers.com...
• Vanagon Gas Smell=Rusty Tank
  Historical mailing list - Nato Dean
  Tue, 13 Aug 1996 00:40:30 -0500
  ...Forget that JB weld repair kit.. In the removal of the tank I also found that the fuel level sender was badly rusted and...
• FS: 2.1L engine and parts for sale...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 12 Jun 2000 22:08:14 EDT
  ...some corrosion damage on sealing surface but can be fixed with JB weld. $30 That is all the H2O Vanagon stuff. I also have...
• Re: Manual trans -- note to self:
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:53:00 -0600
  The scratch might benefit from JB Weld, RTV sealant or a number of other remedies. Jim On Fri, Nov 19, 2010 at 12:21...
• Re: Wiper Shaft Stripped
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:43:01 -0700
  ...Can it be done without >dash removal? >How bad of an idea is it to JB weld the thing on there..... for now? > > >-Craig...
• Re: To use Bars Leaks or not.....
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:07:49 EDT
  ...You have to fix that ! Not easy but can be done with JB weld and masking tape as a dam. Then sand flat with...
• Coolant Level Sensor: modify & install
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Fri, 3 Dec 1999 22:30:05 -0800
  ...Fill the cavity with epoxy (JB Weld), let it cure & install per 2) below; 2) With a new o ring, a little silicon grease...
• Re: EMT (electrical conduit) for transitions in Vanagon cooling system? (engine conversion)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:10:28 -0700
  ...I've got other possibilities like copper, (though I haven't found a 90* connector for it yet) aluminum, welding up some mild steel...
• Re: Supporting the pop top to remove the frame
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Wed, 19 Aug 2015 11:46:56 -0500
  ...I propped up > one side at a time, cut the tube short, turned solid ends from > bronze, glued them in with JB Weld, and...
• Re: Windshield washer tank cracked
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 7 Sep 2001 18:52:52 -0500
  ...Boy I like that phrase *as one with the older plastic*, hey JB weld I've got a new slogan for you. Stan Wilder...
• Re: 83-85 vanagon rear bleeder screw housing mod or repair?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 26 Nov 2012 21:47:47 -0800
  ...from bens place the part Im talking about is #9 http://www.benplace.com/rejean/248488b.jpg I have JB weld and some double...
• Re: Could Faulty thermostat cause poor mileage? GASKET?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Fri, 20 Jul 2001 19:59:20 EDT
  ...it should go easier this time since I didn't use tons of JB Weld to hold it together like the DPO) Thanks Jeff
• Re: GOOP
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 21:56:02 -0500
  ...JB-weld is another > multi-use adhesive that I try to keep stocked in my road-trip toolkit. > > > Happy trails, > > Greg Potts > Toronto, Ontario...
• Re: Tie Rod end removal/Control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 9 Jun 2009 00:03:30 -0700
  ...press? Since spot welding can be > disastrous to the bushings if not done correctly, what about just using some > JB Weld? The stuff holds...
• Introductions, Garcia, & School Buses...
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 8 Apr 1996 05:24:16 -0700
  ...On school buses....Claraw@aol.com, you mentioned you saw a school bus with a VW Bus welded on top? What show did you...
• woe is me
  Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
  Wed, 8 Nov 2000 07:27:56 -0500
  ...Then I though, I bet the sleezie car salesman/mechanic JB Welded this injector in, and that's why it was so tough to...
• Re: source for replacement fridge fan
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 31 Oct 2007 12:42:21 -0700
  ...Not to > > mention cheaper and *in stock*. > > > > > > To install, I used JB weld to attach the original > > fan bracket to the new fan > > > housing...
• Re: loose cigarette lighter
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:11:01 -0500
  ...battery ground before doing > this. > > I'm going to try to JB-Weld a couple of small bits of something to the > two tabs...
• Re: quick and dirty head swap
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Wed, 22 May 2013 06:51:39 -0700
  ...Aside from JB weld, the gasket set ( http://www.busdepot.com/025198009b ) - is there anything else good to have on hand? Tom On Tue...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 07:26:16 -0700
  ...Jewelers screwdrivers. > a small bit of emery cloth > one packet of JB weld, one tube of seal all, one tube of RTV silicone > a...
• Re: 83-85 vanagon rear bleeder screw housing mod or repair?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
  Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:17:47 -0500
  ...is #9 > > http://www.benplace.com/rejean/248488b.jpg > > I have JB weld and some double sided cooper barbs and wondered if anyone > has...
• Re: quick and dirty head swap
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 22 May 2013 20:29:10 -0700
  ...I'm going to order a gasket set sometime soon. >> Aside from JB weld, the gasket set ( >> http://www.busdepot.com/025198009b ) - is there...
• Re: Loose exhaust bolt again. fix if stripped?
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Tue, 19 Jun 2007 23:00:53 -0400
  ...Is there a >> Lock tite to work in this heat? or should I pack it with sawdust and jb >> weld? (Kidding) >> Im always careful...
• Re: BA6 & DA6 aux heaters
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 9 Apr 2002 09:42:30 -0700
  ...I wire-brushed all of them and used > some JB-Weld to fill in the ends--none were rusted through--just a couple > of...
• Re: Which head gasket goop do you swear by???
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Sat, 7 May 2016 14:05:32 -0700
  ...the "experts" use but as the man says, "Let's get it on!" TJ 87 Wolfsburg with JB weld drying on the sealing flange.
• Re: Head (gasket) fix
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Mon, 6 Apr 1998 01:22:07 -0700
  ...thing that can be done is to install coated heads (ceramic, JB weld, etc.) to prevent future corrossion, and expect to change your gaskets...
• Re: Who has/had the longest lived head gasket on this list?
  Historical mailing list - Jermide
  Mon, 15 Oct 2001 12:41:59 -0400
  ...head gaskets and under what conditions (standard > heads, ceramic coated heads, JB weld fixed heads, > improved head bolts, distilled water in coolant, > etc.). > I...
• Head update and 1 exhaust question
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Thu, 19 Jun 2003 23:29:03 -0400
  ...Have to sand the JB Weld a bit on the drivers side engine case tomorrow morning before I put the other head on. All...
• Re: rod knock ? 1.9 ....is this is sign of impending doom?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 11 Sep 2006 11:39:04 -0400
  ...old gasket was.Then I backed it up with good ole JB Weld stick all the way around. That was at 190K . Works good...