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• Re: Greetings from a new listmember
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 28 Sep 2001 09:48:14 -0500
  Karl, Little Benny "Haning" out his Socks to dry? Negative buddy---- I think it's more like his thigh highs !! :>) ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ~~~ ~||-(())----(())-| Terry-- 74 Campmobile- (Clementine...
• Re: washing the van
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Jun 2002 12:20:36 EDT
  ...5.00, it runs through the wash, the si habla's dry it off---I'm > down the road---- > > i tried that once and...
• Re: Front Transfer case on an 87 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 1 Dec 2006 16:29:44 -0700
  ...Had some dry/frozen needle bearings in one of the 4 joints. Bob Stevens '87 Westy Syncro "Passion Fruit"
• DIY AC
  Historical mailing list - PAT
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 12:10:31 -0400
  ...Hooked up the new dryer, checked the old dryer to make sure the desiccant bag was intact. All lines that were opened got new...
• Re: Used Power Steering Rack good/bad idea
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:43:03 -0400
  I had a dry rack that had been sitting in storage for several years and I needed to replace the one on my 90...
• Fwd: The price of air conditioning
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 25 Dec 1996 19:35:50 -0500
  ...Compressor (603), expansion valve (38), receiver/dryer (163), belts, gaskets, fees, labor, tax: 1363.66! Within a month, the new (rebuilt) engine with 10...
• Re: All the wires are brown!
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:44:57 -0700
  Put a shower cap over the alternator to keep it relatively dry. Followed the procedure below, a-and the engine started! I confess that...
• Re: Optima Battery Question (cutting terminal posts?)
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Reams
  Fri, 9 Aug 2002 16:11:01 -0700
  ...This was not an overpriced optima but based on what they told you about it drying out the battery it is probably constructed the...
• Re: Cold-start up oil issue..a solution
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 09:05:28 -0700
  ...I am not concerned about "dry" wear on engine start up. It is the oil weight of 20 at cold start question. Most engine...
• Another AC question
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 4 Sep 2011 08:46:43 -0700
  ...Mech says running the system in reverse may have damaged the receiver/dryer, causing these symptoms. Last night I pulled out the expansion valve...
• "Tundra Toaster" heater II
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Nov 1995 17:37:36 -0400
  ...He gave me the name of a company using them indoors to dry drywall/plaster so... it must be very low on water vapour...
• Re: Decal Remover?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 9 Jan 2001 00:13:05 +1200
  >Yes the hair dryer will work Bill. >However, the heat of the hair dryer will not remove the glue. >After the stripe is removed...
• Serious question
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Thu, 21 Feb 2002 19:38:17 -0800
  ...Is it the dry weather? The California winter temperature of 82 degrees (on the coast! and hotter inland) or is this something to do...
• Re: Share your solar success story?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 1 Jul 2005 14:23:16 -0400
  ...At 09:44 AM 7/1/2005 -0800, Mark Tuovinen wrote: >RE: "Dry camping I tend to use 100 amp hrs per day." > >Geez...
• This looks about right - Turbo EJ25 on a Cosworth company dyno
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:49:56 -0800
  ...and........Cosworth also sells a dry sump setup for a subaru engine ......... at first glance it looks like their gilmer belt driven scavange pump...
• Re: TIRES
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 11 Jul 2012 18:25:47 -0400
  ...They > were okay on dry pavement, but all other conditions were "iffy". That's because they are a summer tire, not all season. (As...
• Re: Replacing Canvas on Westy
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:44:06 -0600
  Could a mink oil treatment help prolong the battle against drying out and sun damage while repelling water as well? > > On Jun 22, 2011...
• Vanagon Bra??
  Historical mailing list - Hans V.
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 21:29:36 EDT
  ...what about moisture dampness ? Do they dryout ? Effects on paint long term ,rust buildup etc etc. THANKS. ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http...
• vanagon will not start when it rains
  Historical mailing list - Tim Mccallum
  Mon, 30 Oct 2000 15:34:39 EST
  ...start.engine turns over great just does not fire.When its dry out it runs just fine.Also I need to know of any...
• Re: Official Vanagon CB Channel
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Fri, 19 Apr 2002 00:28:12 -0500
  ...issue or have been ridden hard, and put out wet to dry? Like used stuff? Thanks for the Reply-- ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ~~~ ~||-(())----(())-| Terry-- "Zoom, Zoom, Zoom" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ http...
• Re: My van failed Maryland emissions test
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Brideau
  Fri, 11 Jul 2003 09:58:40 -0400
  Back in high school, we put a half dozen bottles on "dry gas" in an empty tank to pass emissions. I'm not sure...
• A/C Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Prendergast David
  Thu, 2 Sep 2004 14:19:56 -0400
  Ok, I found the receiver dryer. On my 84 it's actually next t o the wiper fluid bottle under the left front wheel...
• Re: An AC idea for driving and camping
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Sun, 8 Jul 2007 20:36:07 -0400
  This is one for the Dry climate guys. C-ya Jonce Jonce Fancher 56 Single Cab 66 Sunroof Bug 66 Variant Squareback 66 Porsche...
• exhaust gaskets leaking
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 2 Feb 2008 16:09:33 -0500
  ...that can be used on the new ones to get a better seal, or should they go in dry? Thanks, Allan -- 1991 Vanagon GL
• Fw: DRY first cylinder - why?
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sun, 8 Apr 2001 08:43:16 -0700
  ...VANAGON.COM Sent: Saturday, April 07, 2001 7:04 AM Subject: DRY first cylinder Hi all engine knowers. I have just taken a 1...
• Re: Front defroster
  Historical mailing list - Binns Handy
  Sat, 1 Nov 2003 15:36:19 -0500
  ...The fan motor bearings were so dry/stiff enough that the fan would not start on low, I had to start it on medium...
• Re: Bra Recs Please
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 6 May 2010 14:17:26 -0500
  ...BTW, San Antonio isn't that dry a climate, relative to the U.S. generally -- pretty close to average. However, I'm sure it...
• Misc. dumb questions
  Historical mailing list - Kristin Dewey
  Tue, 30 Jun 1998 23:17:53 EDT
  ...Can I throw my 84 westy wolfburg beige kinda loose-weave yucky fabric curtains in the washer on the gentle cycle?? Dryer?? I'm...
• Re: REVIEW: Microfiber Camp Towels
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Wed, 26 Oct 2016 16:53:29 -0500
  ...However, I felt like I > was trying to dry with a piece of plastic, and gave up using them. Despite > Abel's glowing review...
• Re: car bra mildew
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Wed, 12 Jan 2005 14:37:00 -0700
  ...A wet bra > will grow mold that will damage your paint. > > I use mine only under dry conditions. If it rains, or is about...
• Re: Not getting any new mail??
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:07:33 -0600
  ...It has been alomost 24hrs since i have gotten an email from the list?? Never had a dry spell like that before, am i...
• Copy of: The price of air conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
  24 Dec 96 12:50:48 EST
  ...The price of air conditioning > New receiver/dryer (166), I got a NEW reciever / drier at my local NAPA for 25 bucks. (they're...
• FS: Front Differential
  Historical mailing list - Cory Zumbrennen
  Fri, 6 Jun 1997 18:00:25 -0600 (MDT)
  ...I know that the seals will eventually dry out if it sits too long so I thought that I would post it's availability...
• Re: window sliders - '91 Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
  Mon, 9 Jun 1997 14:26:44 +0000
  ...Any other > suggestions out there? How about graphite powder? Dunno how big of a mess it would be, but it is dry. Available at...
• Syncro VC test
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Tue, 16 Dec 1997 11:03:45 -0800
  Hi, You can get an idea if things are OK by doing several very tight circles on dry/solid road. This will warm up...
• Re: Wesipes
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Tue, 26 Jan 1999 16:29:03 -0800
  ...Whitney advertises many different 12 volt appliances (blenders, toaster ovens, coffee pots, hair dryers, heaters, etc.) in their catalog. I don't remember if...
• Re: Help: the VW morons spilled brake fluid on myelectricalwiring...
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 24 Dec 1999 03:21:08 +0100
  Stuart wrote: > Whoa Per! Not CRC brand Brakleen here in the US! It is pure > tetrachloroethylene, which is non-flammable dry-cleaning solvent. Well...
• Hi humidity--won't start
  Historical mailing list - John Schaper
  Wed, 24 Jan 2001 17:08:23 -0800
  ...When it is dry, or even cold (below 20) the van starts fine. Gotta be something simple. What part or wire do I need...
• Re: ?Flattening Glossy Photos? - Absolutely NO Van Content.
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 14 Mar 2005 13:14:26 -0500
  ...the first place, rolled onto a shiny surface and left to dry. BTW, make sure the surface is CLEAN (mirror or glass). I've...
• Re: How bout a different tire thread?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 14 Aug 2005 19:47:26 -0700
  ...As your friend pointed out using dry nitrogen instead of air eliminates (actully reduces to a minimum) the amount of water vapor inside the...
• Re: More on Vanagon a/c
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:03:44 -0500
  ...He recommends > > replacing compressor and dryer. Quoted $500 for compressor > > plus labor, $85 for dryer plus labor plus replacing lost > > freon. Around $850 total...
• Re: Help-Alternator bad, battery boiling
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Sat, 11 Oct 2003 07:29:09 -0700
  ...Oh, and pull the cell covers and clean them too, then wipe the fluid around the holes with towels until bone dry. Top up...
• Re: 1987 Syncro Bogging/jerking/hesitation
  Historical mailing list - Gary E Thaxter
  Sat, 13 Feb 1999 15:37:28 -0500
  ...I made it to a parts store and bought some "ignition dry-and-go". I had to spray my O2 sensor wires with it...
• Would I Steer You Wrong? (was RE Restoring the dash?)
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Sat, 5 May 2001 21:25:02 -0700
  ...I removed my front grilles & windscoops, cleaned them, prepped the surface with solvent, let it dry, then applied two coats of this special satin...
• Re: How to sand and paint prep?
  Historical mailing list - John Jensen
  Fri, 2 Jul 2004 15:27:02 -0400
  ...I start with 180 grit dry sanding and go over the whole car once, then go over it again with 220 dry sanding. You...
• Re: AC update
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 19:40:15 -0700
  ...It's projected to be near 90 degrees for the next week, and it's not a dry heat. If you wanted rain, you...
• Re: ALMOST passed inspection....3rd times the charm.
  Historical mailing list - bob bob
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 05:26:47 -0800
  ...i am going to go with the yokies...never had any dryrot or other issues like i have had with michelines... craig cowan <phishman068...
• Re: Vanagon Sighting
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 31 May 2007 14:31:54 -0600
  ...not) that along with >>> what (I >>> think) >>> was your intended meaning, dry-gulching is also a slang term for >>> anal sex >>> without lubrication. >>> Gives...
• Re: clunking from CV????
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 4 Jun 2010 12:41:25 -0700
  ...I have seen so many dry CV joints it isn't even funny. AND I swear the stock amount of grease is not enough...
• Re: More on Vanagon a/c
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:40:26 -0700
  ...He recommends replacing |> > compressor and dryer. Quoted $500 for compressor plus |labor, $85 for |> > dryer plus labor plus replacing lost freon. Around $850 total...
• Re: OEM Grease Colour: Rear Axle Shaft, Bearings
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 9 May 2016 23:11:26 -0700
  ...lube the seal lip on assembly, so it does not run dry on initial operation. > > not important for grease seals in a grease housing...
• Re: A/C repair $ticker $hock - not "urgent," but "pressing"
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Thu, 19 Aug 1999 11:17:40 -0700
  ...He said I need >the following: > >compressor shaft seal >receiver dryer >freon > >I understand that it's old, stuff breaks, etc. The A/C...
• Fwd: Re: Automotive purity? GERMAN JUNK?
  Historical mailing list - John Dagastino
  Wed, 21 Feb 2001 18:05:28 -0800
  ...balls to live in the real world." > -Mary Shafer, NASA Ames Dryden > More Quotation fun @ > http://nerddom.8m.com/quotes.html > > __________________________________________________ > Do You Yahoo...
• Re: Canyon de Chelly and syncro???
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 5 Nov 2002 09:43:12 -0400
  ...In my experience my '91 Syncro Westy is NOT good in loose sand, at least not good in loose dry sand, at least not...
• Re: A WARNING!!! (Was: Cleaning the water tank!?)
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Mon, 30 Dec 2002 12:22:46 -0700
  ...Some just let them dry, but I rinse with hot water after sanitizing. All traces of chlorine smell/taste are removed. Takes about 20...
• FS: '85 Westfalia, St.Louis, MO
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 8 Jul 1996 17:36:31 -0500 (CDT)
  ...Automatic, 97,000 miles, A/C, rustfree, dry heads, interior in very good shape, new waterpump, new rack & pinion, Asking price is $5,500...
• winshield seal replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 04 Mar 1996 16:01:52 -0600 (CST)
  ...I left it overnight for the paint to dry completely. I'm looking for some tips or hints on installing the new seal. I...
• Re: '85 GL A/C QUESTIONS
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 11:58:13 EDT
  ...from the compressor (high side), to the Condensor, then to the dryer, then to the expansion valve, then to the evaporator, and then back...
• A/C hoses
  Historical mailing list - JFranklin
  Mon, 10 Aug 1998 10:03:20 +0100
  ...help. (they quoted 'about' $1600 for the hoses and a new dryer). Installed they want $3000+ !! Is there a good source for these hoses...
• What I Use for Luggage Rack Storage
  Historical mailing list - Jason M. Yasment
  Mon, 24 May 1999 12:27:33 -0400
  ...It seals tight enough to keep things dry and has area to secure it with bungee cords. Plus you can have the whole set...