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• Re: Radiator rubber mounts - cardboard air deflectors
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Sun, 30 May 2010 14:51:42 -0400
  ...Are >> people just using rubber washers? >> Also, my right (drivers) side cardboard air deflector missing and the left >> (passenger) side seems damaged. I found...
• Re: pop-up camper 'lift off'
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Jul 1995 00:33:49 -0400
  ...the roof cut-out, and put really long carriage bolts and washers through it with wing nuts on the ends so that he could...
• Re: 82 window winder
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 20 Dec 1999 08:24:37 -0800
  ...I was able to "fix" things for awhile with some wire and washers, but finally ended up replacing the regulator from a donor van...
• Re: for sale: VANAGON TRAILER HITCH W/ BALLS
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 2 Oct 2003 18:24:38 -0700
  ...heavy duty, comes w/ mounting washers. bolts right onto tow loops. $75 can ship chris se pa
• Re: Dipstick O-Ring
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 10 Mar 2013 22:24:15 -0700
  ...Value hardware store....they have a whole section > of screws, nuts, washers, assorted hardware, including assorted > O-rings...Off hand, I do no know...
• Re: Skylight Solution
  Historical mailing list - David Raistrick
  Mon, 13 Jan 1997 19:01:31 -0500 (EST)
  ...3> Assorted nuts, bolts, metal or rubber washers. (If not available, tilt head sideways and tap it.) === mm...wow!! your right!! tapping my head...
• Re: yet another VW-dealer-jerk story (long)
  Historical mailing list - Video Productions of Hawaii
  Wed, 11 Oct 2000 22:08:00 -0500
  ...I now use lock washers at .01 each Pete 83.5-88 vanagon
• Re: piston pin puller?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 31 Dec 2003 14:52:46 -0800
  ...a bolt or a piece of allthread and some suitably sized washers to pull pins. A little heat applied to the head of the...
• Re: Painting exhaust pipes?
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Fri, 15 Apr 2005 00:29:34 -0400
  internal or external serrated locking washers will solve this problem of fastners coming loose. here are some examples. http://www.boltdepot.com/product.aspx...
• Biodiesel in parts washer, II
  Historical mailing list - Higginbotham, David A.
  Tue, 29 Aug 2006 11:12:32 -0400
  ...Biodiesel is a good cleaning agent (it is used by some in place of safe T Clean solvent in parts washers), but it does...
• Re: FS: programmable adjustable wiper relays
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 19 Jun 2008 19:42:29 -0700
  ...NZ writes: > > > > Thus resetting your wipers every time you want the washers or vice-versa? > > > > NO. > > > ************** > Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos...
• Re: upper control arm
  Historical mailing list - Karl M
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 14:07:46 -0500
  ...I was told that these different > > thickness washers applied to the non-Synchro's also (although not shown to be > > so in Bentley). When...
• Re: Table repair (report)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:41:52 -0700
  ...half > way through from top for washers (small + bigger) and used #8 machine > screws/nuts with the washers. I filled the holes up top...
• '88 Auto Trans Part Identification
  Historical mailing list - James Bowen
  Wed, 16 May 2001 10:37:15 EDT
  ...Two of the thrust washers (plastic) I need to replace have the part# 010-323-291B embossed on them. The VW Dealer tells me...
• Re: bouncing speedo?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Kennedy
  Thu, 5 Aug 2004 12:49:57 -0700
  ...My fix so far is additional washers and then several wraps of wire to pull the cable end up snug (part is still square...
• Re: 84 Westy alternator mount studs breaking
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:46:05 -0400
  ...Just as or more important than the studs are the strength of the nuts, and if used the washers. They need to be matched...
• Leaky Oil Plug - Outcome
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Mon, 25 Jun 2001 17:17:10 -0700
  ...Am I home free? Unless advised otherwise, I intend buying another "oversize" plug as a spare, along with the washers. Does all this sound...
• Re: Rear Wiper
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 5 Jun 2002 12:39:27 -0400
  ...And then there are the washers.... "Robert Steven Fish" <fish@salzburg.co.at> on 06/05/2002 12:33:55 PM To: Jay L...
• Re: Oil drain problem
  Historical mailing list - Ed Wiebe
  Thu, 22 Feb 2007 16:59:20 -0800
  ...From now on I'll use nylon washers. Next post should be to report success sometime in the near future. Ed Wiebe 1990 Westfalia
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:07:12 -0700
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts > > >> leather is a no go. petroleum products rot it. >> the answer is obvious get OEM...
• 1992 Syncro...Passat that is, considering selling.
  Historical mailing list - David Hayward
  Thu, 23 Sep 1999 22:08:28 -0700
  ...medium grey metalic exterior & grey leather interior, sunroof, rear headrests, headlight washers, forged alloy (VW) 15" rims and is a supremely enjoyable car to...
• Re: 81 Westy Panel Fasteners
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 7 Mar 2002 12:35:57 -0600
  ...I am however looking for > the little counter sind washers for under the screws for when I > re-install. The originals have a backing...
• Seat Angle '87 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 08:24:51 -0700
  ...Have thought of putting a few washers under the front of the seat rack/frame front, but that will affect the angle when the...
• That "V" shaped panel
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 30 Oct 2004 10:53:04 -0700
  ...Need to get behind it for nuts and washers. -- -- Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott 71 Type 2: the Wonderbus 84 Westphalia: "Mellow Yellow (The...
• Re: Exhaust & intake valve instalation question
  Historical mailing list - Pascal Giasson
  Tue, 5 Feb 2008 20:35:05 -0500
  Denis, only one of my heads had the seal washers on the intake valve, but I could not find the part number on ETKA...
• Re: copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 1 Sep 2019 14:30:56 +0000
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• Carat pop-out table latch info needed
  Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
  Sun, 8 Nov 2009 15:29:26 -0800
  ...So after some experiments with simple springs and washers, I suspect there's more to it: a spacer or some other specialty washer must...
• Re[2]: Exhaust Repair Bummer
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 20 May 96 11:58:23 PST
  ...Thanks, Jeff >>I recently used a combination of stainless steel nuts, bolts & washers and >>anti-sieze compound when reassemblying my exhaust. Although won't...
• Re: Non-remote Mirror fix
  Historical mailing list - Denis B�lisle
  Thu, 14 Jan 1999 23:52:35 -0800
  ...to get more friction between the two parts and and few washers between the bolt and the spring and tight , but not to much...
• Re: Those bars over the spare tire carrier
  Historical mailing list - il cikaspers
  Wed, 22 May 2002 17:49:02 -0700
  ...have ready nylock nuts, washers, and bolts sized correctly (length and width) to act as hinges in the bars place. you may still not...
• Re: Stainless vs Copper exhaust nuts
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sat, 23 Jul 2005 12:03:03 -0700
  ...Took the studs out and replaced them with SS bolts too. Washers too. Used anti seize of course with them. Grounded the whole engine...
• Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:27:58 -0500
  If you fail to find new ones you can always anneal the old ones so they're soft again. Place them on a brick...
• Re: Upper Control Arm Bushing Replacment?
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 7 Jan 2008 23:02:28 -0500
  ...There are a couple of offset (eccentric) washers on this long bolt which you need to keep. Notice and remember where these washers go...
• Re: Coolant Leak
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:07:05 -0500
  ...Some sealant on the washers and screw threads will seal it just fine. Dennis From: Steven Shelton [mailto:shelton4@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, February...
• Re: Friday - engine stand suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:38:18 -0500
  ...trust.� Use minimum > Grade 8.8 metric automotive nuts, bolts and washers. > � You don't want to get hurt or drop your engine, either...
• Re: '90 Westfalia sagging suspension
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 14:42:57 -0800
  ...If you want to raise it more, install more washers. Or to level the westy, just install one 1/2" washer on the left...
• Re: Two bolts to mount the alternator bracket to the engine block are just plain missing!
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:25:25 -0800
  ...Both of these are missing, maybe they just worked themselves out, maybe a prior mechanic forgot lock washers. I looked in the Bentley and...
• Re: Ideas to stop battery terminal corrosion?
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:24:04 -0700
  Pep Boys, Autozone, others, sell red and green felt washers impregnated with some chemical for the purpose. I've used them for years (forty...
• Re: Michelin Defender LTX M/S 205/65/15 or 16"
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 1 Dec 2016 20:15:54 -0800
  ...I hope to keep my non alloy wheel clamshell, delete the bars then fur the front end of shell down with washers and a...
• Re: Little VW Content but Relevant for the DIY Crowd
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 08:00:23 -0700
  ...Jim C On Dec 1, 2008, at 7:06 AM, Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN) wrote: > For bulk metric stainless steel nuts/bolts/washers, I...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Fri, 20 Mar 2015 12:15:34 -0600
  Ok, I have the recommended washers and yellow T3 Technique radius rod bushing kit in hand. The bushing kit's aluminum flange fits perfectly...
• Fwd: Passenger seat swivel base is loose
  Historical mailing list - Dean Staltare
  Fri, 1 Mar 2013 15:14:17 -0500
  ...As Stuart confirms there are no washers to be in > there???? Nice and tight now.. thanks again. > > Well these posts are starting to make...
• Re: Drain plug problems
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 6 Jan 1996 13:38:01 -0500
  ...Maybe these washers contributed to my >problem, although they are what's sold at the dealer. I haven't seen the >crushable kind for...
• Re: Install radiator "cardboard" after rad in?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:12:46 -0500
  ...The bottom piece uses three screws and three larger fender style washers. JFF On Feb 17, 2008, at 5:42 PM, neil N wrote...
• Re: Roof Rack Off. Comments. PIC.
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 21 Feb 2013 19:38:37 -0800
  ...Bentley specifies the number of rubber washers to put on bolts on rear edge of rack. If I recall correctly it is double on...
• Re: Any advice on brake master cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 3 Nov 2021 13:40:20 -0400
  ...Also, My advice is to look ahead to brake fluid, tools, nuts bolts washers, gaskets, and anything else that would be handy to have...
• Re: Pressing control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Project Pat
  Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:26:06 -0400
  ...Is this something that can be done with a large vise or some allthread with nuts and washers, or do I need to send...
• Re: warning regarding GoWesty alternator bracket kit
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 14 Jun 2012 06:57:44 -0700
  ...Yes washers also come in differing grades. As for the bracket studs, >> the nuts should match the grade of the stud. >> >> Dennis
• Dometic Fridge Combustion Chamber
  Historical mailing list - Roy O.
  Wed, 26 Aug 1998 22:20:02 -0500
  ...holes. (Oh, one more thing...I also found three 12mm flat washers rattling around inside the combustion chamber!) Roy O. '87 Westfalia (till death...
• Re: Black oxide finish on stainless steel
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 23 May 2007 11:27:52 -0400
  ...http://stores.ebay.com/werksforwagens I include 4 sets of license plate bolts,washers, and nylon insert lock nuts. They are shown in the...
• Re: Front thrust washer
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 17 Jun 2014 14:56:33 -0700
  ...I just for a 81 VANAGON and it came with new front wheel bearings,seals,thrust washers and locking nuts in the box. The...
• Re: Catalytic converter options
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 May 1996 22:48:30 -0400
  ...This cat is a pancke (oval) design that and the bolt holes are big requiring 10 mm bolts or washers. Includes O2 sensor plug...
• Re: spark plug orientation affects performance?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Wed, 3 Apr 1996 13:41:15 CST6CDT
  ...This can be achieved with the > help of washers. This is to prevent the spark from occuring in the shadow > created by the electrode...
• Upper Control Arm:
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Sun, 28 Apr 2002 13:06:52 EDT
  ...removal, I noticed that my bus did not have any eccentric washers at all... It`s an 85 westy. What exactly do they adjust...
• Aux. Battery Hold Down Clamp? (PIC)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:19:25 -0700
  ...I "adjusted" with washers under bolt (arrow) so not too tight. But since that's hard to gauge.... Is this a bad design? i...
• Rotten eggs located
  Historical mailing list - Lionel Tun
  Sat, 22 Feb 1997 20:59:45 -0000
  ...It now clicks into place that the only time I got the smell was when I used the washers. Then the fluid would have...
• Re: westy middle seats, and how to install floor tracks/rails
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 20 Jun 2004 15:35:39 EDT
  ...is screwed ON TOP of the > plywood > with just some large washers in between so there isn�t really any need to > cut up...
• Re: Upper Control Arm Nut Grade Matter?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:44:46 -0700
  ...A UK site showing long bolt: (they also show the eccentric washers, but out of stock): http://www.vwheritage.com/vw_act_shop.product...
• Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 3 Mar 2013 23:57:31 -0800
  ...They were in good shape, washers and rivets still fine. 2 coats rust convertor, then Brightside. And, between myself and the PO, a few...
• Re: Just when you think...
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Sun, 27 Feb 2011 18:12:42 -0800
  ...To fix the pedal, I used some sheet metal screws and lock washers. They fell out in a few weeks. I tried it again...