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  • Re: Putting a 2.1L where my 1.9L used to be......
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 12 May 2012 12:43:11 -0700
    ...the 1.9 exhaust system, muffler, and bracketry is rather mickey mouse compared to the 2.1 system actually. it's nice to upgrade...
  • Fwd: Re: AC INOP 1988 GL WBX 2.1
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 20 Jun 2016 09:43:15 -0500
    ...The system was evacuated, and then vacuum > pumped down to minus 29 inches of mercury. Then, using an AC manifold and > gage system, added...
  • Re: AC questions - 1984 Vanagon - Correction
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Tue, 7 Jul 2020 23:14:51 +0000
    ...The compressor clutch is engaging, and the compressor is turning, but the system doesn’t seem to be holding 134a. With system off… AC...
  • Re: TPMS (was Checked your spare tire recently? Spare Tire Size)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:45:35 -0800
    ...you have to 'teach' the system where each tire is.. on systems that have a dedicated per tire transmitter. other systems, according to what...
  • Re: AC Question
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:33:35 -0700
    ...A local shop tells me that what they do is > evacuate the system and put in R134 and if the system is ok it...
  • Freezing Propane
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 30 May 1996 15:38:30 -0600
    ...But getting water vapor into a propane system is easy to do. It usually gets in there as vapor along with the propane when...
  • Re: exhaust systems....
    Historical mailing list - Debi
    Sat, 29 May 1999 07:39:27 -0700
    ...exhaust systems.... : I am going to be installing one of these S&S systems on my '91 Carat in a : couple weeks. After that...
  • Re: Overheating Problem FIXED! Thanks all...
    Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
    Sat, 10 Aug 2002 14:55:59 -0700
    ...kevin --- Jfp w/3 WBXs <jfp7@hotmail.com> wrote: > Hi Kevin, > > The previous WBX version(83-85) used an engine > management system called > Digijet...
  • Re: Running VERY HOT 91 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Shannon Mitchell
    Thu, 26 Jun 2003 07:55:47 -0400
    ...Running VERY HOT 91 Vanagon > First thing, check the system fro leaks, make sure the system is > holding pressure, > and report back. > Eric > > Shannon...
  • Re: More 2.1L coolant system woes (long)
    Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
    Thu, 30 Dec 2004 12:35:23 -0600
    ...Especially if you want to find out how much air it takes to explode every hose and coolant fitting in the system. Kiss your...
  • Re: Synthetic oils
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 18 Aug 94 20:36:18 EDT
    David try Bernie Bergmann in Escondido he has an aftermarket system for around 150.00 including fan etc. You wouldn't want to bolt...
  • re: exhaust system
    Historical mailing list - Tony Moore
    Tue, 25 Feb 1997 22:17:44 -0500
    ...exhaust system > Date: Tuesday, February 25, 1997 10:02 PM > > >Jean, I just spotted the following entry in the archives. The entry was > >posted...
  • HOW TO bleed the coolant system...
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan
    Sun, 25 Mar 2001 18:20:19 -0800
    ...Bleed the coolant system... I found something unacceptable in the Bentley manual. It starts to talk about bleeding the coolant system and stops in...
  • Re: Air in the coolant system 87
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Fri, 7 Dec 2001 21:19:09 -0400
    ...Drive 100 kms and bleed (front rad), drive 100kms and bleed (front rad) and keep it up till no air in the system I...
  • ETKA Missing Cooling system diagrams
    Historical mailing list - gary hradek
    Wed, 30 Jul 2003 11:05:17 -0700
    ...ETKA Missing Cooling system diagrams??? Volks, correct me if I'm wrong, but I cannot find any reference to the cooling system in the...
  • Re: No spark ...
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Sun, 17 Apr 2011 17:52:39 -0700
    ...http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ignition_system A decent article with LOTS of pretty pictures: http://www.jetav8r.com/Vision/Ignition/CDI.html Read...
  • Re: 83 and newer diesel carrier bars
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Thu, 16 Jul 2020 02:42:11 -0400
    'Shot', how? You might also consider FAS's new mounting system that is said to work very well: http://www.foreignautosupply.com/parts-accessories...
  • Coolant Renewal and Flushing
    Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
    Mon, 20 Apr 1998 11:55:50 -0700
    Listtes, With the WB history of cooling system eccentricities, can anyone report a downside to flushing the system with Prestone or Sierra flush product...
  • Re: Paulchen Rack System For Sale
    Historical mailing list - James Zoschenko
    Thu, 17 Feb 2000 12:53:08 -0700
    PAULCHEN RACK SYSTEM FOR SALE Fits most Vanagon Rear Hatches Setup For 4 Bicycles & Skis Locks To Rear Hatch Very Strong & Versatile Rack ~ Best...
  • Re: How hard is it to remove exhaust?
    Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
    Mon, 9 Sep 2002 13:57:56 +0100
    No trouble at all, as by definition the exhaust is self removing - via the exhaust system. Now if its the exhaust system you're...
  • Re: looking for a tool to pressure test my coolant system
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Fri, 3 Jun 2005 17:42:34 -0400
    ...I bet no one calls you late for dinner,but always call you slick! I almost cant wait till I have a cooling system...
  • Re: 86 front end on an 11/84 Westphalia.
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Mon, 18 Sep 2006 11:36:09 -0700
    On 9/18/06, Mike Rouby <mikerouby@yahoo.com> wrote: > > Or you can just upgrade to South African brake system!! :) Mike, The SA Big...
  • Re: was fav 12 V acc, now 2nd battery relay system - files posted
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Wed, 21 Feb 2007 20:19:10 -0800
    ...The fact that some people find the charging rate supplied by the small system adequate in no way means every one will. The amount...
  • Re: was fav 12 V acc, now 2nd battery relay system
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Wed, 21 Feb 2007 07:51:52 -0800
    Hi Frank, I'm not seeing any normal conditions where my relay system is at a disadvantage when compared to the 1315. My starter...
  • Re: Is a Battery Charger to run 12V systems from 120V OK?
    Historical mailing list - Bill N
    Mon, 23 Jun 2003 16:36:39 -0700
    ...The charger had aligator > connectors which I cut off to wire it into the system. When I was using > the stereo, I would switch...
  • Re: Temperature gauge reading warmer.
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
    Wed, 24 Feb 1999 13:49:08 -0500
    Tim; Hopefully all you need to do is bleed the system properly. On the other hand; the two occasions which I tried conventional coolant...
  • Ant-Theft Device - Battery Disconnect Systems/ Other Vanagon related sites...from hot VW Mag
    Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
    Thu, 16 Mar 2006 10:27:28 -0500
    ...First was a battery disconnect system with several options. Seems like an ideal theft deterrent. http://www.watsons-streetworks.com/battery.html The second...
  • Re: 84 exhaust options (exhausting)
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 6 Mar 2004 06:14:19 EST
    ...I would like to point out that there is currently no complete stainless steel system for your 1984 Vanagon with the 1.9 litre...
  • child seat restraints
    Historical mailing list - Larry Innes
    Wed, 4 Apr 2001 21:17:11 -0700
    ...Good to 40# or so, designed to be both front and rear facing, has a great 5-point restraint system for the child, and...
  • Re: Is a Battery Charger to run 12V systems from 120V OK?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 23 Jun 2003 21:01:04 -0400
    ...it into my electric system so that when > I was on 120v, I could plug it in and it could run the 12v > system ...............
  • Re: Oil Light
    Historical mailing list - Raceingcajun
    Tue, 8 Aug 2006 11:51:52 -0500
    Hello Jeff, A word of warning here! As anyone that's had much dealings with a Vanagon "Dynamic Oil Pressure Sensor" system knows, its...
  • Cooling system tip and involved question
    Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
    Fri, 7 Dec 2001 17:51:37 -0800
    ...Is there a way to draw fluid off the cooling system via the expansion tank, etc.? Last question--once the system is flushed and...
  • Re: Problem finding a gear 83 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
    Thu, 23 Jun 2005 10:36:39 -0400
    ...A slow leak in the clutch system *could* introduce enough air into the system to keep the clutch slave from engaging fully when you...
  • Re: Loss of Power after carwash
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:45:23 -0700
    Pretty difficult to overfill the cooling system. If the level's above the overflow tank cap it was pushed there from the engine. Angus...
  • Re: Note Re: More Fuel Pump Weirdness - Has Mercury gone retrograde again?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:41:16 -0700
    ...That system .......in some cases those to have a smallish delvery pump ..that feeds fuel to the main pump. And the pressure that system...
  • Draining and Filling cooling system
    Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
    Mon, 3 Jun 2002 10:15:54 -0400
    ...I refilled the system by opening the radiator bleeder and the valve on top of the thermostat and filling the system through the coolant...
  • A/C work question
    Historical mailing list - Ry
    Thu, 13 May 2010 09:21:55 -0500
    Hi all, I'm in the midst of refurbishing my a/c system. (1991 4speed carat, original specs-new parts) Things I've done...
  • Re: Exhaust Design
    Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
    Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:06:13 -0500
    Here's a good read with pics on a tuned system. http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=270833&highlight=exhaust On...
  • Re: Coolant pipe end repair
    Historical mailing list - Paul Freese
    Tue, 9 Sep 2014 05:30:58 -0700
    The West Systems 105 does not bond well with plastic. The West Systems G-flex does. Epoxy is gluing our bridges and buildings together...
  • Re: fancy front wheel bearing nut with clamp
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 20 Mar 2011 21:11:35 -0400
    ...Seems to me the setscrew system is prettier and easier but the peening system is more reliable. Yrs, d
  • A/C Flush
    Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
    Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:06:49 -0500
    ...I break the system apart into sections and shoot a liberal amount through. Be sure to install a new receiver/dryer and expansion valve...
  • Re: Hella mounting system?
    Historical mailing list - Jon B
    Fri, 30 Oct 1998 06:46:59 -0700
    Has anyone on the list found a rally type mounting system for a vanagon? I am looking for something similar to those you see...
  • Re: Bleeding the cooling system
    Historical mailing list - George Hahn
    Fri, 15 Jan 1999 19:27:19 -0700
    John Rodgers wrote: > Anyone ever try parking on a really steep downhill grade to bleed the system It does, had a driveway in California...
  • for sale: OEM vanagon cruise control system - add to your van
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 29 Oct 2003 22:33:09 EST
    ...original equipement VW Vanagon cruise control system. includes all wiring, relays, lines, turn sig/cruise switch stalk, etc. fits all vanagons. not a hard...
  • Re: Subject: Aftermarket AC solution for Westfalia?
    Historical mailing list - John Connolly
    Fri, 6 Aug 2004 10:55:46 -0600
    I can get a system made no problem, it's a matter of comittment from customers to have it made. Expect $13-1500. we...
  • Digifant II in a Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Fri, 17 Sep 2004 15:41:04 -0400
    Anyone think of installing a VW Jetat/Golf Digifant II fuel system into a Vanagon. There is little difference in these systems. The advantage...
  • Re: 2.1 fits right in - more
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Tue, 8 Nov 2005 19:07:12 -0500
    oh yeah, I used a new 1.9 water pump and the entire 1.9 cooling system on the 2.1 block. The 1...
  • Re: air conditioning 1991 Westy Syncro ?'s
    Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
    Tue, 18 Jul 2000 09:41:31 -0700
    I think a lot of AC systems fail year-to-year because the seals dry out due to non-use in the winter time...
  • Re: Head Pic
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 16 Feb 2014 09:37:43 -0500
    ...This type of corrosion is the result of using straight water and/or a system that cannot hold pressure. It also happens to systems...
  • Re: Phrydae: Super-computer soon to use water-cooled system for heating occupants
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:03:59 -0500
    ...From Wikipedia>>>> >>>As of November 2009^[update] <http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cray&action=edit> , the largest computer system Cray has...
  • Re: AC System Repair/ Upgrade
    Historical mailing list - Kep Koeppel
    Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:21:31 -0700
    ...AC System Repair/ Upgrade After a weekend of driving through some of the hot parts of CA & NV (100 - 103F in places), AC system...
  • Bus Depot S&S exhaus system
    Historical mailing list - Fetner Greg
    Fri, 2 Mar 2001 07:24:20 -0600
    ...The stebro is a muffler? or a system? If it is a muffler you still have the factory pipes to contend with. And looking...
  • Re: Another AC question
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Sun, 4 Sep 2011 09:14:38 -0700
    I think most folks use a solvent based solution to cleanse their AC systems. I don't think it's a good idea to...
  • Advice on Bay Window Bus gas tank venting system
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Mon, 18 Feb 2019 08:59:10 -0500
    ...One of the things I want to replace is the gas tank venting system. The lines are steel with some type of check valve...
  • Bleeding a dry coolant system
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 03 Mar 1997 15:58:37 +0200
    I'm in the stage to fill up the coolant system from complete dryness. Because the van is still jacked up on axle stands...
  • What cruise control system should I buy/
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 19 Dec 1996 11:08:00 -0500 (EST)
    ...I've got truckers leg :-) What aftermarket cruise control systems have you installed in your vanagons? Who did you buy it from? What model...
  • Tranferring parts from a 1984 vanagon to a 1981 vanagon???
    Historical mailing list - rinfret steph
    Sun, 25 Feb 2001 17:38:17 -0000
    hi, I would like to know if it is easy to transfer all the parts(motor,transmission, cooling system, ventilation system) from a 1984...
  • complete westfalia a/c system for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 10 Nov 2005 13:51:56 EST
    ...this is the OEM stock >>> system that is in the overhead rear cabinet. >>> >>> the system can be added to any year westy.. comes with...
  • complete westfalia a/c system for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 22 Sep 2006 11:19:54 EDT
    ...this is the OEM stock system that is in the overhead rear cabinet. the system can be added to any year westy.. comes with...
  • Re: A/C flush?
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Mon, 18 May 2015 20:53:03 -0700
    A properly equipped AC shop could evacuate the system. That's the only way to do it right, short of flushing all the lines...