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• Re: yearly miledge
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Mon, 10 May 2010 15:12:34 -0400
  ...53 rear, 43 front, oil-Mobil 1 15-50 synthetic, > antifreeze-phosphate free, blah blab blah > > > > > >> John Meeks >> '91 Multivan >> Northern Michigan >> >> Vanagon Rescue...
• Re: WasserBoxer fish farm (F)
  Historical mailing list - ed
  Fri, 18 Feb 2000 11:50:52 -0500
  ...Wasserboxer cooling system? Do they prefer ethylene or propolene based > >coolant (phosphate-free is a given, of course) or should I stick to the...
• Re: Q: How do we clean the headliner?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 23:11:11 -0700
  ...I would like it to be > squeaky clean and WHITE, not yellow.< > > Michael, > > I am certain a solution of TSP (trisodium phosphate) will work...
• Re: stainless steel coolant pipes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 6 May 2010 15:59:22 -0700
  ...stainless steel coolant pipes >> >> >> > Why not just use a phosphate-free antifreeze as recommended? Both >> > Zerex >> > and Prestone long-life antifreezes are now phosphate...
• Re: new engine & bleeding
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 11 Jul 2001 08:26:55 -0500
  ...You are using long-life phosphate free coolant and distilled water, right? Larry A.
• Re: go over for '91 camper, mechanical soundness and reliability
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 8 Sep 2009 13:06:55 -0400
  ...Everybody sticks with the VW spec which is phosphate-free only. The orange (Dexcool-spec) stuff is good, may be better than the green...
• Re: repeated water pumps failing
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Fri, 4 Feb 2000 10:59:40 -0800
  ...Are they using the cheapest antifreese they can find?? Make the move to the specified non-phosphate ethylene glycol. It wouldn't suprise me...
• Re: Coolant expire date
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Sun, 13 Oct 2013 12:54:02 -0700
  ...noteworthy ..in the next FAQ the talk about the need for phosphate free a-frz.And ..they say with Eruopean water ..yes.. withour less...
• Re: Motor or repair for 84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 12 Feb 2007 14:57:04 -0500
  ...They say phosphate in the antifreeze causes it, but all heads go , eventually.VW fixed this in 85 by changing the antifreeze and adding...
• Head Gasket job $999 (Warning: Sp*m :)
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 29 Apr 1997 20:56:27 -0400
  ...head gaskets Install new water pump Bleed cooling system and add phosphate-free coolant Oil change and filter In addition, the following can be...
• Re: OK, I admit it.....
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan R. Cooper
  Sun, 23 May 1999 18:16:14 -0400
  ...bar, new fuel lines, syn thetic oil and tranny lube, non-phosphate flush and fill for the cooling system, new belts, recharged AC, yada...
• Re: Availability of VW Blue Coolant (one for Vanagons)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 4 Nov 2011 15:26:10 -0500
  ...But I have noticed that several different coolants on the market are phosphate free, including at least one fro Zerex and one from Prestone...
• Re: seam rust
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sat, 13 Sep 2014 11:12:05 -0300
  ...They had two different brands of brush on converter. > They both seem to work the same by converting the iron oxide into iron > phosphate...
• Re: Antifreeze
  Historical mailing list - Mark Magee
  Sun, 11 Dec 2005 16:40:17 -0600
  ...Is it any >good or does it have phosphates in it. It says it's good for all alum. >blocks. Anybody use this stuff...
• Re: replacing hose with minimal coolant loss
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 9 Dec 2014 16:58:52 -0600
  ...wrote: > > Good one! That was a typo, I meant G-05, phosphate-free HOAT formula. > > I ran Dexcool for 10 years (one flush and...
• Re: What coolants are ok?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Jul 1997 08:52:00 -0600
  ...Evidently they have something that can tell them if you have phosphate free coolant and if it's still "good". Dunno what they might...
• Re: My $%&$%& van
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Wed, 12 May 1999 00:11:53 -0500
  ...Do not forget to use only a phosphate-free coolant. If your mechanic has already properly bled the system, then I defer to the...
• 84 Westy For Sale - $ 2,900
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Sun, 5 Dec 1999 19:00:18 -0600
  ...It has phosphate-free antifreeze and no apparent coolant leaks. The owner has had the van for three years and has had it properly...
• Complete 1.9 for sale - Best Offer
  Historical mailing list - Mark A. Kreuzer
  Sun, 12 Mar 2006 12:01:54 -0600
  ...Previous owner did not run the phosphate free coolant. It is leaking about a teaspoon of oil on the right and left sides. Both...
• Re: Fold-a-Carrier for Westy gray water
  Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
  Thu, 7 Oct 1999 07:53:33 -0500
  ...Fold-a-Carrier for Westy gray water Bill Johnson wrote: > > Gray water is full of phosphates and good for the environment. > It makes the...
• (F) Westy Shower, was Re: ?Roof Top "camping" Question?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
  Fri, 31 Aug 2001 09:07:39 -0700
  Fill-er-up with non-phosphate-free anti-freeze. Drive a few thousand miles. Let the Wasserboxer sit idling for 30 minutes, strip, crawl...
• Re: snow! Can we talk about heat now?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 5 Dec 2005 17:15:48 -0500
  ...Use 50/50 antifreeze/water Phosphate free coolant. If your system has a leak or bad cap,coolant will not be sucked from the...
• Re: NOT SMART of me, BUT...
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:45:59 -0700
  ...over 'eet MUST be zee phosphate > free stuff !!!! ' ... > just be aware of that factor. > > And parts stores sell phosphate free a-frz too. > And...
• Re: Window Trim
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 11:25:44 -0500
  ...Dish washing soap can lead to rust - due to phosphates I hear that get trapped between the rubber and metal body work. My preferred...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 9 Jun 2020 19:20:32 -0400
  ...What's the best draining connection to open? > > -Is high-spec Euro phosphate-free coolant worth the extra 20 bucks? > > Anxious, > gab > 1986 WBX...
• Re: Distilled Water
  Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
  Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:53:05 -0600
  ...When you used to see a lot of antifreezes containing phosphates, these were put in for corrosion control, as well as to sequester minerals...
• Re: [Re: Vanagon GL: Sorry...Newbie Questions]
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 18 Apr 2001 17:03:37 -0500
  ...And for the coolant I use the Sierra phosphate free anti freeze. May the VW God's be with you. ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ||-(())----(())-| Terry 85 GL ____________________________________________________________________ Get...
• Re: Newbie question: coolant/anti-freeze
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 16:02:42 -0700
  ...On coolant, it calls for 'phosphate free' and you can buy the Autobahn brand at the VW stealership for about 18 bucks a gallon...
• Re: Where do you get your coolant?
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Thu, 15 May 2014 09:28:25 -0700
  ...wrote: > I get mine from coolant cows which are fed phosphate-free blue feed in the Swiss mountains and are milked by lederhosen-clad...
• blue coolant?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 9 Apr 1994 18:01:13 -0700 (PDT)
  ...or green, that means they are using a coolant that contains phosphate > which is NOT recommended by vw. (if you want, i'll send...
• Re: CHEAP Silicate/Phosphate free anti-freeze
  Historical mailing list - dave
  Sun, 5 Dec 1999 11:41:58 -0600
  According to the guys at the VW dealer Vanagon's must use the blue Autobahn coolant because it contains silicates. Your claim that silicates...
• Re: 87 Westy NOW: Green Coolant?
  Historical mailing list - Howard Fleming
  Sat, 1 Jun 2002 17:52:45 -0400
  ...Prestone Orange because it's 1/2 the price, available > anywhere, Phosphate free, reasonably fresh, and I don't have to drive > 100 mile...
• Re: Squeaks/longevity
  Historical mailing list - Jess Lopatynski
  Tue, 12 Jan 1999 01:21:58 -0500
  ...I've changed non phosphate coolant every year , and ran Mobil1 changed at 7k miles. I learned my lesson with the heads with my...
• Re: CHEAP Silicate/Phosphate free anti-freeze
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 4 Dec 1999 23:17:45 -0600
  Silicon - a basic element - gray in pure form, usually derived for industry from the smelting of quartz and quartzite. Or in other terms, Silicon...
• Re: coolant system flush chemical
  Historical mailing list - Steven Smith
  Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:46:03 -0700
  ...Been using it for the last 6 years, along with the no phosphate antifreeze. Good Luck Steven Gerald Masar <azsun99@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote: Is...
• Re: coolant type--i give up
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 27 Dec 2002 12:14:49 -0500
  ...No phosphate issues, and bio-degradable - BUT, like I said - drain > and flush every two years or there is trouble. Also, I've heard...
• propylene glycol phosphate free coolant
  Historical mailing list - tom ring
  Sun, 24 Aug 2003 19:47:48 -0600
  This is probably old news, so forgive me if it is, but Checkers carries Sierra brand coolant for about 7.50 USD a gallon...
• 83.5 Westy FS
  Historical mailing list - Bill Thomas
  Fri, 26 Dec 2003 12:21:48 -0500
  ...Mobil 1 15W-50 with German oil filters Prestone Long Life coolant (orange, silicate and phosphate free) Location: Conyers, GA Price: $3950 obo Contact...
• Re: Which is the best coolant to use? Part V???+ pH
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 3 Dec 2006 20:32:06 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Geza Polony wrote: > Anything phosphate-free will do the job. Spending more won't get you more. I > bought...
• Re: ???-Antifreeze: Is Orange OK-???
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 18 Jan 2000 12:46:34 -0800
  ...It is also phosphate free and approved for all types of engines. Autobahn blue stuff also has its own phosphate free additive package, but...
• Re: Form Jay Leno's Garage-head gasket
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 5 Apr 2012 20:49:13 -0400
  ...Our coolant is also phosphate free." On 4/1/2012 5:43 AM, Hector Zapata wrote: > http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/extras/car-care/waterless...
• Re: Mildew and Mold!!!! HELP!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 15 Jan 1995 15:03:22 -0600
  ...out of the Camper's carpeting with a solution of trisodium phosphate & HOT water. TSP is not terribly nice stuff--wear rubber gloves (which...
• Re: Temp Indicator On Dash rises to max: 84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Hotch
  Mon, 14 Oct 1996 12:25:10 -0400
  ...84 Vanagon (gas engine) > > I just changed the coolant to a Prestone non-phosphate "looks like > orange syrup" coolant. It looked pretty appetizing ;-) > > Anyway...
• Re: What's wrong with my 1.9 WBX engine?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 2 Jun 2010 09:06:33 -0500
  ...The new long life antifreezes from the regular antifreeze makers like Prestone and Zerex are cheaper than Dexcool, and they are formulated without phosphates...
• '87 Westfalia GL for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 04 Sep 95 12:06:38 -0400
  ...awning CB radio with weather band Removeable window tint Only VW phosphate free anti-freeze ever used Work done in last 8 months: 4...
• 89 Syncro Westy WBX Coolant/Gear Oil Questions
  Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
  Tue, 5 Sep 2000 13:02:52 -1000
  ...my (very) trusted mechanic says he usually puts in one gallon of non-phosphate coolant and adds water to fill, which I guess would...
• Re: Changing Antifreeze
  Historical mailing list - Carlen, Gregg
  Fri, 28 Sep 2001 10:04:37 -0400
  ...I use the Sierra coolant since it has no phosphates and isn't harmful to animals (like my dog). Good luck. Gregg 85 Westy...
• Re: G12 Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Jason Brand
  Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:50:41 -0400
  ...G12 Coolant > > >> "Chris S" <szpejankowski@GMAIL.COM> said: >> >>> I thought all phosphate-free coolant was OK to use? >> >> I think more important than anything...
• Re: Coolant expire date
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 13 Oct 2013 15:48:27 -0500
  ...about the need for phosphate free > a-frz.And ..they say with Eruopean water ..yes.. > withour less hard water ...phosphate-free is not that...
• Re: Head Survey Form -- Last Draft
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Thu, 9 Apr 1998 07:12:57 -0400
  ...Phosphate (1) No Phosphate (2) VW (3) > Mix (4) > 2 Water Type: Hard Tap (1) Soft Tap (2) Distilled (3) > de-ionized (4) > 50...
• Review: Redmond Werkshop
  Historical mailing list - Charles \"Luke\" Lukey
  Wed, 7 Jul 1999 18:07:30 -0700
  ...Saab recommends - it's non-phosphate and the Vanagons seem to like it." OK, Saab is good, non-phosphate is good, we can do...
• more '89 saga (A/C)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Jul 1995 16:22:24 -0500
  ...I checked the other brands and they mentioned phosphates and "proprietary" compounds. Any guesses as to whether this would be a less expensive alternative...
• Alaska Vanagon Saga....was: Finally... My Van Has a Name
  Historical mailing list - Scott DeSanti
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 23:11:08 EDT
  ...I then filled and bled the coolant ( of course, I cary spare phosphate/silicate free coolant thanks to list advice) and got everything put...
• FW: Green coolant hurt engine?
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 26 Jun 2000 09:43:27 -0400
  ...It's that Sierra stuff, phosphate-free and all. Supposed to meet specs, but I'm skeptical. Local shops charge almost $200 for coolant...
• Re: Oil & Antifreeze
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 22 Sep 2000 14:02:28 -0400
  ...does anyone know of any nationwide chains that would sell the >suggested 'orange' antifreeze? (phosphate free) All of them. This stuff is otherwise known...
• coolant type--i give up
  Historical mailing list - populuxe
  Thu, 26 Dec 2002 21:15:20 -0600
  ...what about the phosphate issue? shop guy: it's been reformulated since '93. that's what larry(p.o.) has had in it and...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 26 Dec 2013 13:03:22 -0500
  ...not send them to be machined.� Reinstalled the heads with new phosphate free coolant.� Result:� That was five years ago and 30,000 miles...
• Re: what else to replace along with head gaskets
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 9 Feb 2000 23:57:23 -0600
  ...Flushed the cooling system and installed Dex-Cool phosphate free collant with Redline Water-Wetter. Engine runs with temp needle top edge just a...
• Re: Really Inexpensive Coolant
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 26 Feb 1999 19:02:35 -0800
  ...It is their >private label. > >It is phosphate-free, silicate free, and free of 2 or 3 other things I've >never heard of...
• Re: Water Wetter
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Fri, 26 Aug 2005 09:06:37 -0400
  ...can verify my memory. -Wes Stan Wilder wrote: >Probably has some phosphates as inhibitors. >Jump in there chemical engineers ........... small minds want to know...