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Re: A response from Prestone about Stainless Steel Pipes
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 2 Nov 2010 11:01:28 -0400
...To me it seems to say that >unless a stainless steel pipe is in direct contact with an aluminum >part, then corrosion is very...
Re: Directional Signals
Historical mailing list
Wed, 10 May 1995 09:18:56 +0600
...after a heavy rain? Ours has filled on several >occasions causing corrosion of the wires and damage to the bulb socket. >Does anyone know...
Re: for the record water is not corrosive
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Fri, 30 Apr 2004 10:37:44 -0400
...You're correct that the corrosion is caused by the mechanical impact when the bubbles suddenly collapse. David Brodbeck, N8SRE '86 Volvo 240DL wagon...
For the Newbies - Vanagon secrets revealed
Historical mailing list - don spence
Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:31:44 -0600
...Common experience suggests that adding oil more than half way between the notches will trigger the "Rear of vehicle automatic anti corrosion device". Or...
Re: DM: Re: VW coolant
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 17 Nov 1999 08:19:10 -0600
...why? cause the anti-corrosion additives get depleted. gee, just like engine oil and transmission oil/fluid ... coolant wears out. and when it does...
Re: start of a rear bumper build
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Thu, 1 Aug 2013 18:38:03 -0700
...right across one of the two mounting holes because the white corrosion products built up between the bolt and the hole in the cleat...
Re: Digifant ECU: Corrosion? And.... Rosin or Heat Damage? PICS
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 8 Jul 2012 14:49:49 -0400
At 02:32 PM 7/8/2012, neil n wrote: >Seems what I saw as corrosion may be the surface coating lifting away >(or...
Re: Coolant temp gauge not working
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Wed, 18 Oct 2017 18:03:08 -0700
...the round 7 pin connector internal is pristine, no corrosion... I applied some dielectric grease and put it back... no go... I grounded the...
Re: Five years on homemade tyvek Westy cover--here's how it had done
Historical mailing list - Rob
Mon, 12 Sep 2016 15:49:35 -0400
...The damp environment leads to more corrosion. Like I said, just something that I'd "heard". Rob vwrobb@gmail.com At 9/12/2016...
Propylene glycol coolant warnings.
Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
Fri, 15 Sep 1995 08:23:44 CST6CDT
...According to Mazda, available information indicates the following characteristcs regarding prpylene glycol coolants: - They provide less heat transfer. - They may not provide adequate corrosion...
Mirrors & speakers work!
Historical mailing list
Tue, 12 Nov 1996 07:24:13 +0000
...Had to replace most of the wires due to corrosion inside the insulation. So if anyone has problems with mirrors, or front door speakers...
Re: Well, It finally did it....
Historical mailing list
Fri, 13 Nov 1998 07:53:59 EST
...So I would drop the cooler, visually inspect it for cracks and dents and corrosion, if it looks OK then replace the O-ring...
new to the group
Historical mailing list - Dan Lane
Wed, 3 Oct 2001 14:30:03 -0500
...also, other than replacing the engine altogther, is there any way to prevent the gasket corrosion from happening? thanks dan
Re: oil leak
Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
Wed, 24 Apr 2002 20:15:58 -0500
...Just helps to prevent corrosion. :) Dave in KC 85 Westy ----- Original Message ----- From: aj <ajay@SUFFOLK.LIB.NY.US> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
YIKES! was clutch not working
Historical mailing list - Christensen
Sat, 19 Jul 2003 12:06:25 -0500
...causes corrosion. I checked my stuff--added valvoline "synpower"(sythetic) exceeds dot-3 & 4 nowhere does it say dot-5 or silicone. It does...
Replacing a gas tank
Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
Sun, 10 Apr 2005 21:22:00 -0500
...I live in Wisconsin so the salt from the roads sometimes cause problem with corrosion of gas tanks. With all the talks of Vanagon...
Re: Pressure test cooling system howto?
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:57:17 -0700
...what it goes on to > prevent corrosion .. > I'll apply permatex high tack gasket sealer .. > helps prevent corrosion of the aluminum ...doesn't stick...
Re: new calipers (e.g., from busdepot)?
Historical mailing list - Jason
Fri, 29 Jun 2018 20:15:34 -0400
The re-builders I've dealt with replace the pistons as well if they have any pitting or corrosion. Jason Uberbus On Fri, Jun...
Re: The transitional engine...
Historical mailing list
Wed, 22 May 1996 18:57:20 -0500
...In the world of rocket science about here every bit of aluminum subjected to wear or intended to resist corrosion recieves such treatment. I...
Re: waterboxer overhaul
Historical mailing list - Stuart
Wed, 8 Sep 1999 17:36:43 -0700
...How about the studs? any corrosion? Head mating surfaces? The two things I have done are grounding the right head to the major ground...
Re: Rear Heater lever-91 Vanagon GL
Historical mailing list - Chuck Seleen
Fri, 12 Oct 2001 11:45:19 -0400
...Closing it could > lead to corrosion problems. I believe this is why a lot of these rear > heaters fail. Just my opinion. > > Jay > >
Re: S&S Headers
Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
Sun, 11 May 2003 22:40:56 -0700
...Both were ceramic coated and the Westy, > after having them on for > 10 years were beginning to get some corrosion on the > fronts of...
torque wrench info and need to know
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Thu, 22 Apr 2004 07:09:48 -0400
...but on the other hand if you trying to torque a bolt and or nut that has corrosion or now with a nylon washer...
Re: Ramblings of a Vanagon type of guy
Historical mailing list - John Lane
Wed, 12 Jul 2006 07:22:30 -0700
I would check the hot lead at the starter and also engine grounds for corrosion. John ----- Original Message ---- From: Rob Infante <RobInfante@AOL.COM...
Re: Total Mystification!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:55:28 -0700
...most of what I fix on vanagons is related to corrosion. I would encorage people to not regard vanagons as we might regard say...
Re: Mounting an inverter.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:04:41 -0400
...the outside just use a good sealer or paint to prevent corrosion at the connection. Stainless hardware will keep itself from corroding but any...
50/50 water/coolant ratio
Historical mailing list - michael schiesser
Sun, 27 Aug 2000 18:31:43 -0700
...I'm also interested in the recent posting on the non-aqueous coolant that ?decreases head corrosion? Michael Schiesser 89 Westfalia Seattle WA Coolant...
Re: Electrolysis and prevention of corrosion:
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Thu, 17 Feb 2000 15:07:26 -0800
This is where the Vanagon.com FAQ page maintainer that Ron mentioned today would be a great addition. There really should be no need...
Re: New German 2.1l Heads!!!!
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Tue, 13 Mar 2001 10:42:10 -0500
...because they use a different alloy which is more resistant to corrosion. Are the KS heads identical in design to the stock heads or...
Re: Leaky Rear Heater - anyone?
Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
Sat, 4 Aug 2001 15:03:38 -0400
...They are pretty flimsy to begin with, and once the corrosion starts, it will super thin in one place here, one place there, and...
Re: ceramic coating?
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Tue, 2 Apr 2002 16:43:32 -0400
...M On 2 Apr 2002 at 14:48, Chris Winesette wrote: > Ok does this really work? Does this conpletely do away with the > corrosion...
Re: coolant type--i give up
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Sun, 29 Dec 2002 17:54:48 -0500
...Isn't this the stuff installed at the factory? It worked so well > that there was a class action suite? You'll get corrosion...
Re: Recycling gear oil
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Sun, 13 Apr 2003 02:11:41 -0400
...David, > > Pour the used gear oil into your door panels, and rear quarter panels. > This will stop any rust or corrosion fom starting--or...
Re: Brake dust indicator
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Wed, 13 Aug 2014 23:42:52 +0000
...Don't forget to check the caliper piston for corrosion or scoring as well. I have also seen this happen when corrosion or precipitate...
Re: Solved Locking Problem( Was thoughts..)
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Sat, 19 Feb 2005 13:27:47 -0800
...I pulled the wires, and the white wire came out with a clean break and green corrosion. Robert 1982 Westfalia 1989 Wolfsburg --- Tom Forhan...
rad hose vs. muffler pipe ?
Historical mailing list
Sat, 28 Sep 1996 09:41:20 -0300 (ADT)
...NA) Anyone see any corrosion/other probs using galvalume muffler pipe in stead of OEM or rubber? Reply ASAP, this will be a done...
Re: Water Wetter
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Thu, 25 Aug 2005 20:44:01 -0700
...The real question is actually whether it's actually an effective corrosion inhibitor.
Re: The transitional engine...no more corrosion?
Historical mailing list
Thu, 23 May 1996 21:52:40 -0800
...The transitional engine...no more corrosion? > > >> >>The best idea that I've come up with is Jet Hot Coating for the >>combustion chamber, intake...
Re: is this MC rebuild kit for real?
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:28:00 -0500
...My "rule of thumb" was if I could feel the corrosion depression with my finger it was trash because by the time I honed...
Re: Form Jay Leno's Garage
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Fri, 6 Apr 2012 11:19:54 -0700
...Our coolant will eliminate all the corrosion factors along >>> with the electrolysis. Our coolant is also phosphate free." >>> >>> On 4/1/2012 5:43...
Re: Which is the best coolant to use? Part V???+ pH
Historical mailing list - Jack R
Sun, 3 Dec 2006 19:19:13 -0500
...Utilizes hybrid organic acid technology to minimize inhibitor depletion Low-silicate, low-pH and phosphate-free formula Provides protection against liner pitting and corrosion...
Re: Reducing brake fade on '88 Westy?
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 23 Aug 2001 19:50:05 -0700
...Such corrosion could > lead to brake system failure.") in normal circumstances, where existing > brake parts are not replaced. Does anyone know if DOT 5...
Re: Back to fuses
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Fri, 9 Dec 2022 18:23:03 +0000
...TV; Harbor Freight LED flashlights. The issue is always the same: corrosion. And how to prevent it from happening. On Friday, December 9, 2022...
Re: Ground Fault in Westy?
Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
Fri, 3 Jan 2003 10:02:26 -0800
...I had similar troubles with my '64 Avion travel trailer and the cause was corrosion at the connector ends of the cord used between...
Re: Cause of corroded fuel injection electrical connectors
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Sun, 13 Apr 2003 20:51:21 -0700
...sealed connectors which seem to work very well - no signs of corrosion on any of these connectors so far (although I will be checking...
Re: Stuck cylinders
Historical mailing list - Mike
Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:47:53 -0500
...Dissimilar metals corrosion is likely to be the problem. It's always tough to get stuck cyls out of the spigots. -----Original Message----- From...
Re: power steering rack leak
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:54:27 -0700
...I've read now) absorbs water and needs regular flushing or corrosion inside system results. --snip-- It isn't power steering fluid, it's...
Re: POR-15 [was: Rust Inhibit Kit (WAXOYL)]
Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
Wed, 6 Mar 2002 01:26:32 EST
...Acid etch zinc chromate primer, will stop just about any further corrosion--- >> Terry, Is red lead still out there somewhere? I once patched a...
Re: repairing crevice corrosion at panel joints - 87 westy
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Thu, 13 Mar 2003 13:48:38 -0500
I can't speak authoritatively about what VW used on the seams, but other manufacturers (and body shops) often times used lead to fill...
subaru head leaks (SVC)
Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
Wed, 12 Jan 2005 09:38:25 -0500
...the VW head corrosion is poor engineering, either in metalurgy or design and function.. anyways heres a great listing of subie head problems, readers...
Re: Water Wetter
Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
Fri, 26 Aug 2005 12:00:10 -0700
Does anyone know much about Evans nonaqueous propylene glycol coolant? Seems like it might be an interesting means of prolonging the notorious headgasket/corrosion...
Re: Warning! Do not use...
Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
Wed, 17 Jan 2007 13:23:55 -0500
...I thought I'd beat the > corrosion problem by using M8 stainless bolts and nuts for my new Bus Depot > cat and muffler. Once...
Re: Hot Starting (a) vanagon
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 10 Aug 94 09:28:15 CDT
...you might be just getting some corrosion on the spade lugs. >Hoipefully no corrosion .....yet. i don't mean the kind of corrosion that...
Re: 91 Vanagon will not start..?
Historical mailing list - Anthony Polson
Mon, 31 May 2004 10:22:55 +0100
...Clean any corrosion (rust) from the area of bodywork that the strap attaches to. Clean any corrosion from the bolt, or replace it with...
Re: Coolant pipe *REPAIR* kit, was: Coolant pipe kit and distributor kit from GoWesty
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 09:32:52 -0700
...So if corrosion is the killer on these, which I think it is, then the Go Westy fix does nothing except give folks a...
Re: star grounds
Historical mailing list - Bill
Sat, 18 Dec 1999 10:27:17 -0700
...Add to that the fact that our VWs operate under conditions that promote corrosion, and the connections can get bad quickly. Grounds are more...
Re: Electrical Circuit Instrument Cluster 85 Vanagon Help
Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
Fri, 16 Dec 2011 01:28:29 -0800
And I have seen the connections on the film side gone green with copper corrosion and not delivering electrons. Z ----- Original Message ----- From: "David...
Near (computer) death experience
Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
Tue, 3 Jan 1995 09:05:22 CST6CDT
...Recalling many sermons from my father on connectors and their propensity for corrosion and failure, I unplugged the ECU wiring harnesses and plugged them...
Re: H2O crossover pipe corrosion
Historical mailing list
Wed, 25 Dec 1996 17:57:18 -0500
In a message dated 96-12-23 13:00:00 EST, dmattix@qualcomm.com (Dwight Mattix) writes: << got my pump off this weekend. my...
Re: need Advice Rebuilding an 84 engine
Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
Tue, 17 Dec 1996 16:51:48 -0800
...then coating the heads with enamel top keep down > > > the electrolysis corrosion that occurs between the block and the heads? > > > > > It costs about$100...