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Re: Interesting Tire Info
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:50:56 -0500
...To me, the van does not ride rough. It steers well, tracks well, holds the road in wind. On the highway, I run at...
Road Test 1989 VW SA Caravelle Syncro
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Tue, 05 Dec 95 14:30:27 CST
...The engine and rear suspension are unchanged except for revised ride heights and slightly stiffer dampers and other mechanicals remain the same. Pneumatically operated...
San Diego trip report
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 2 Sep 2002 17:52:36 -0700
...From the heights of the pass we get a great sight of the lights of cars on the freeway, surprisingly busy. Stop for gas...
Trip to Buringing Man Part 5
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 9 Sep 2004 12:23:28 EDT
...The bus meanders through the crowd picking up those looking for a ride the two to three mile ride from Centre Camp over to...
Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions! - 3A Comment
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Tue, 17 Sep 2013 12:19:48 -0400
...The general consensus of those who have swapped 2.0L I4 engines into their previously 1.8L-powered rides is that the 3A is...
Trip Report: Big Bend National Park (long)
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Wed, 13 Apr 2005 15:38:49 -0500
...I was concerned with the ride height of the van for two reasons. First, with its lowered stance I was a bit worried about...
Re: Front suspension question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 3 Feb 2025 13:24:23 -0500
...act of compressing the spring will have zero effect on the ride height, durability, longevity, etc. of the spring. > > Thanks, > Christopher > https://t3technique.com...
gak! another road test: 1993 VW Eurovan
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Thu, 12 Jan 95 11:08:30 CST
...In terms of cargo capacity and ride height, the third and fourth generation Vanagons <sic> are virtually identical. The seating arrangement ensures that you...
Re: Front suspension Shim question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:26:55 -0500
...act of compressing the spring will have zero effect on the ride height, durability, longevity, etc. of the spring. > > Thanks, > Christopher > https://t3technique.com...
Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
Historical mailing list - Russell, William
Wed, 30 Apr 2003 13:11:28 -0400
...There is a small rust patch on the seam behind the drivers door (about at window height) and some minor rust spots on at...
Re: Trip Report: Big Bend National Park (long)
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Thu, 14 Apr 2005 00:18:01 -0700
...On the unpaved roads the progressively wound springs were > especially welcomed. > > I was concerned with the ride height of the van for two reasons...
tiico's, subies and diesels oh my...
Historical mailing list - Christopher Berchin
Mon, 15 Jul 2002 23:22:24 -0400
...I modeled the bus as a perfect box in front view, with 12 inches subtracted off the vehicle height to approximate ground clearance. Not...
Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
Wed, 30 Apr 2003 11:57:42 -0400
...There is a small rust patch on the seam behind the drivers door (about at window height) and some minor rust spots on at...
generator article (another viewpoint on electricity :)
Historical mailing list - J. Walker
Mon, 31 Oct 94 16:23:53 CST
...Box 6555 Irvine, CA 92718-2016 Cypress, CA 90630 (714) 770-0400 (800) 447-4700 (800) 661-RIDE for dealer locations Comparison Chart Generac...
Re: Air Cooled Vanagon Westfalia POKEY for sale
Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
Wed, 30 Apr 2003 13:55:13 -0400
...There is a small >rust patch on the seam behind the drivers door (about at >window height) and some minor rust spots on at...
Re: Using American engines for Vanagon swap - why the heck not? - Long
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 22 Mar 2002 14:47:56 -0600
...I love the quiet ride. I love the interior > room, > especially the leg room (which is seriously lacking in the Astro. > The only > seat...
POPTOP YOUR RIDE.. Re: Installing a pop-top on a non-pop top EASY
Historical mailing list
Fri, 22 Oct 2004 03:24:23 EDT
...have y'all heard of "Pimp your Ride" on MTV (the network that used to play Music Videos) this is Poptop Your Ride... if...
Our Alaska Trip (long)
Historical mailing list - JOHNSON THOMAS H
Wed, 6 Dec 1995 22:47:00 -0900 (AKST)
...Seems Bill's Subaru had broken down, and he needed a ride to White Horse. His Dad, a pilot, would pick him up there...
Re: Aftermarket bumpers
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 20 Mar 2016 11:48:37 -0400
...Taller springs and shims can restore the ride height but all that extra loading is still on the lower suspension parts. When you are...
Re: Low Mileage Syncro Westy for $6,000?
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Thu, 7 Jul 2005 18:54:07 -0400
...Ease of access depends on your height. With the pop top up you can easily access the door through the pop top window (but...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:18:42 -0500
...I'm considering >> cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 >> wheel >> disk brakes and...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - dylan
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:46:10 -0800
...the van drive a bit better.� I'm considering >> cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:43:20 -0500
...I'm considering >> cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 >> wheel >> disk brakes and...
Frydaye Phollies: road trips - part B
Historical mailing list - joel walker
Fri, 9 Feb 2007 15:38:27 -0600
...The road strides across the expanses and the heights and depths of the giant ripples and the plush textures and colors of the ranges...
Re: Interesting Tire Info - Discount Tire (Friday)
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:10:01 -0500
...not adjusted that for load. To me, the van does not ride rough. It steers well, tracks well, holds the road in wind. On...
(long) VW-Winnebago Rialta 20' magazine test
Historical mailing list - J. Walker
Wed, 12 Oct 94 10:20:55 CDT
...7 feet 4 inches Exterior height .............. 8 feet 3 inches Interior width ............... 7 feet 4 inches <?? 82.5 inches> Interior height .............. 6 feet 2...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 16:12:44 -0800
...I'm considering >> cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 >> wheel >> disk brakes and...
Re: What are the 'official' Syncro alignment specs
Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
Wed, 15 Oct 2003 11:10:17 -0400
...The proper procedure involves measuring the ride height of the vehicle and calculating the proper alignment spec based on that. The measurement is taken...
Re: Spare tire size?
Historical mailing list - Randal Jett
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:53:44 -0700
...This model also has body colored rear view power heated mirrors and a new ride height lowered by 1.2".� I also believe it...
road test: 1968 VW Station Wagon (long)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Tue, 10 Jan 95 15:48:47 CST
...Dropping the reduction gear housings from the wheels increases the sprung/unsprung weight ratio to improve the ride and better hold the wheels on...
Re: The Ideal Road-Trip vehicle, was Re: The Ideal vanagon
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Fri, 17 Oct 2003 08:18:16 -0700
Dyer, did you check out the Four Wheel Camper Hawk? http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/hawk.html the total height and drivability on a 3...
Re: Derek's Syncro alignment specs
Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
Tue, 12 Mar 1996 01:18:28 -0500 (EST)
...The proper procedure involves measuring the ride height of the vehicle and calculating the proper alignment spec based on that. The measurement is taken...
Re: Spare tire size?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:50:42 -0700
...This model also has body colored rear view power heated mirrors and a new ride height lowered by 1.2". I also believe it...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:44:28 -0800
...the van drive a bit better.� I'm considering >> cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm...
Road Test 1971 VW Bus
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 10 May 95 16:06:04 CDT
...With all the interior height available, the seating position is fully upright, and the front bucket seats are curved enough to provide a good...
Road Test 1984 SA Oettinger Microbus
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Tue, 05 Dec 95 14:32:09 CST
...Brakes, driveshafts, gearbox and clutch require no changes and the vehicle's good ride and deft handling characteristics remain the same. STARTLING IMPROVEMENTS When...
Re: WESTFALIA ADVICE NEEDED! (Long) (Bus Summary Included)
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Wed, 1 Feb 1995 12:59:10 -0800 (PST)
...You should measure sj> the total height of your van and your garage opening height to sj> be sure of the fit. the Type...
Road Test: 1991 VW SA 2,5i Caravelle
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Thu, 14 Dec 95 14:51:46 CST
...Installed on its side at an angle close to horizontal, it made it necessary to raise the height of the engine compartment by 100...
Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Thu, 31 Dec 2009 20:00:02 -0500
...I'm considering > >> cutting the ride height by as much as 2 or 3 inches, and I'm after 4 > >> wheel > >> disk brakes and...
for allistair: unimog field test (long)
Historical mailing list - J. Walker
Mon, 03 Oct 94 23:14:31 CDT
...83.1 in. (6.9 ft) Height: 102.8 in. (8.6 ft) Dead Weight: 9,920 lb Max Weight: 16,530 lb (w...
Re: Pwr Steering Rack Maint. - about alignment shops
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sat, 10 May 2008 16:18:54 -0700
...I've read trade magazine articles that say you should measure the static ride height of every car that comes in your shop, and...
another road test: 1983-1/2 VW Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 11 Jan 95 23:11:51 CST
...It handles well and rides smoothly, thanks to its independent suspension and low engine mass. In fact, the overall feel is that of a...
Consumer Reports evaluates shippers... long
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Sun, 7 Jan 2001 17:56:36 -0800
...The roughest ride: FedEx 2Day. At least one sensor was triggered in one-third of its packages. Among our findings: Air delivery by the...
Re: Consumer Reports evaluates shippers... long
Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
Sun, 7 Jan 2001 18:05:35 -1000
...The roughest ride: FedEx 2Day. At least one sensor was triggered in one-third of its packages. Among our findings: Air delivery by the...
Alignment For Vanagon Syncro
Historical mailing list
Thu, 17 Mar 94 12:01:34 EST
...The proper procedure involves measuring the ride height of the vehicle and calculating the proper alignment spec based on that. The measurement is taken...
Europe trip report (HUGE FILE)
Historical mailing list
Thu, 18 Apr 1996 23:58:51 -0700
...I often drove him crazy with my hysteria over this, and I fear he suffered equally having to ride when I was driving - at...
road test: 1980/82 Vanagon (real long)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 11 Jan 95 14:56:49 CST
...Volkswagen's chassis engineers have achieved a pleasant balance between the ride and handling characteristics. There is compliance and abundant wheel travel, resulting in...
trip report - Victoria BC to Labrador
Historical mailing list - Larry Innes
Sat, 19 May 2001 11:57:45 -0300
...Blu, my Westy, stands 6'8 exactly, and anything which might put me over this height would result in a hefty 'oversize' vehicle charge...