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• Re: A throttle puzzle
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 18 Jun 2006 17:44:55 -0400
  ...This is not an audiovox CC, but another universal one made by Dana. I happened to have that bracket laying around, but a bit...
• Re: Air intake
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Wed, 21 May 2008 13:48:12 -0400
  You won't find a direct fit application, it's going to be whichever of their universals happens to fit your combination. You can...
• Re: Oops re: Preventive maintenance
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:04:47 -0700
  ...have to not let get to me ....because they have crept > universally into the language. > one is 'where something is at.' > it's 'where...
• Re: collant pipes (was gas tank and straps)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 8 Mar 2011 09:47:41 -0600
  ...Lots cheaper than > > stainless steel pipes, and maybe better than metal for the same > > reasons that PVC is used in home plumbing almost universally...
• Re: Starter wiring access. 87 syncro
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 Sep 2006 16:36:39 -0400
  ...If the nut is loose, it can be tightened with a long extension and a universal. Of course, disconnect the battery before trying this...
• Fwd: Re: And the fund raising continues!!! Universal Money Orders Option
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Mon, 26 May 1997 18:17:11 -0500
  ...to Ron Lussier suggesting that international and overseas Listees could send Universal Money Orders, available from Post Offices throughout the world, in support of...
• Who needs an O2 sensor, cheap?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 13 Feb 2001 18:59:27 -0800
  ...They're saying Bosch #11025 Single Wire Universal Oxygen Sensor are $19.49! Take 15% off and we're down to $16.57, which...
• paint equivalent? for Bordeaux Red Metallic (burgundy) '90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Greg Kriss
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 20:42:11 -0400
  ...Or is there a universal code for mixing paints that I could access, check, and find a match? thanks ____________________________________________________________ Win a first-class trip...
• Re: Friday Topic: What Is In A Name?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 07:54:58 -0600
  ...I don't miss the "White Rabbit" it was just a universal vehicle for point A to B transportation. The White Rabbit was replaced...
• Power Steering rack boot
  Historical mailing list - Barry Muller
  Sun, 15 Aug 2004 19:20:01 -0700
  ...1) I bought a universal replacement boot from a local FLAPS. Is the the replacement a PITA - and is there a way to do...
• Re: are your vanagon seats wearing out? read this.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 5 Mar 2009 09:35:24 -0700
  ...year, they wont ever wear out! > > the vanagon front seats are universal. there is no right or left > specific. > > easy to do.. takes 5...
• Re: Yakima bike rack
  Historical mailing list - Mark G
  Wed, 3 Sep 2003 01:32:52 -0400
  It sounds like you have the same model we have (the "universal webbing mount" system,) that can fit a variety of car trunks and...
• Re: are your vanagon seats wearing out? read this.
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 5 Mar 2009 10:05:24 -0500
  ...year, they wont ever wear out! > > the vanagon front seats are universal. there is no right or left specific. > > easy to do.. takes 5...
• Re: Coolant leak - it was bound to happen
  Historical mailing list - James
  Fri, 31 Jul 2015 09:18:57 -0400
  ...1-4-drive-hand-socket/products/1-4-drive-12-point-universal-joint-socketsstandard-length James Ottawa, ON > Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 20...
• Re: wrist pins
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Mon, 15 Jun 1998 17:33:29 -0500
  ...It is tight in there and I broke a 3/8 inch drive universal removing rod bolts. There is a lot of carbon and...
• Re: Yeah! It's a water pump weekend! (questions of course)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:27:37 -0700
  re a 3/8" drive universal / swivel that'll likely get the job done, but the real nice tool to have is a short...
• Watch sears mechanics!!!
  Historical mailing list - Don Gibbons
  Wed, 11 Jun 97 07:58:00 -0500
  ...A closer look, a universal replacment nut. The tire monkey had dropped a nut down the jack hole in the floor. They said "don...
• Re: [Syncro] burping the Syncro Gas tank.
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Thu, 5 Apr 2001 12:24:09 -0700
  A universal problem. This is what makes fuel mileage calculations so variable with Syncros... Brent Christensen '89 GL Syncro Westy "Klaus" Santa Barbara, CA...
• Re: Mufflers re-dux (pipe strangeness)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 28 Feb 2012 05:58:03 -0800
  ...I think the muffler is just > |that old, that it is time. > |>> > |>> A local shop has offered to put a "universal" muffler on > |including...
• Inexpensive O2 Sensors - A Suggestion
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 15 Feb 2001 22:59:51 EST
  ...The Ford universal is just fine! Bosch is a quality outfit of first order so the functionality of the inexpensive 13913 will be identical...
• Re: window crank handle recommendation
  Historical mailing list - J B
  Thu, 22 Aug 2013 19:56:07 -0400
  ...Not my favourite look but they shouldn't break http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-Aluminium-Car-Billet-Window-Winder-Crank-H= andle-Kit...
• Re: '85 Cluster
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 Mar 1996 00:48:23 -0500
  ...around for less than half that and that includes a new universal 3way cat installed! Get a grip on yourself. Don't go to...
• Re: Loose coil wire
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 10:40:09 -0800
  ...El Cheapo universal for PepBoys, Chief, Auto Zone > #4. Very good Bosch sold through Authorized Bosch Auto Repair Shops. > Not likely you've got...
• [Fwd: Reaching skylight knob]
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:51:11 -0700
  Following up on my own query (below), How about removing the knob, connecting a universal joint to the shaft, then a 6'' shaft, then...
• Re: Dometic Fan
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Tue, 30 Jul 2019 17:42:20 -0500
  ...I think that anything that measurably improves the performance of the fridge would be universally adopted, and so far nothing has that I know...
• Yosemite Trip Report
  Historical mailing list - Tim Schneider
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 11:03:21 -0700
  ...I think you're still on the road though thru summer!) The universal vanagon wave seems to be the 'peace' sign or 'thumbs up...
• Re: Need quick answer... how many connections to 2.1 alternator?
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 19:30:15 -0400
  ...AL33X is the most universal replacement for watercooled > VWs. I get mine at Van-Cafe, a Vanagon community supporter. > > > http://www.van-cafe.com...
• Re: 1991 GL Help needed...
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 4 Jan 2000 00:52:28 +0100
  ...other > doors, but I am getting tired of walking over to universally lock and unlock > all the other doors... > > Does this sound familiar to...
• Re: Bosch metal fuel filter - made for same or different fuel line diameters?
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Sun, 17 Sep 2000 22:04:53 -0400
  ...filter from the vendor (Bosch #71028) or is there only a > 'Universal' filter now available designed for equal diameter lines? My > search of the...
• Deal Day/best buy list recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Mon, 10 Mar 2003 10:37:01 -0500
  ...A universal fit at that. This thing looked as if it was made buy a monkey with hammers. Piece of junk. THe Stainless steel...
• Re: Shift rod
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:11:38 -0800
  ...a >> modification so that the rear rod could attach to the universal joint. >> This would be in advance (by, say, a year or so...
• Re: VANAGON FOR SALE? HELP Diagnosis needed STAT!
  Historical mailing list - Stephen T. KIRBY 610-454-3941
  Wed, 30 Apr 1997 07:43:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Then install a universal starter solenoid in the area so that it routes power from the main battery positive on the starter to the...
• camping spots at 9:00 PM
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Poole
  Tue, 27 Mar 2007 09:03:19 -0800
  A universal problem in the west is the fear the authorities have for the unauthorised human body. If you leave home, you are expected...
• Re: Fw: HILL VOTES ON IP REGULATION TUESDAY: SOS
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 13 May 2000 20:10:34 -0400
  ...other >information service provider any access charge for the support of >universal service that is based on a measure of the time that >telecommunications...
• Re: Front Shocks Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
  Tue, 21 Apr 1998 12:34:24 -0700
  ...Are the McPhereson strut tools universal? > > Bunce Rental has one I can rent. But how do I know it will fit? I must > > claim...
• Re: LVC: Wheel Bearing Press Requirements
  Historical mailing list - Open Wheel Racing
  Fri, 28 Feb 2003 00:29:01 -0600
  ...Plus the universal tools you can buy from say Snap-on, most likely wont work on the special Volkswagen jobs. When the dust settles...
• New Engine + New Oxy Sensor = Off Idle Stumble Problem??
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Sun, 21 Sep 2008 16:09:19 +0000
  ...When the new engine I went in, I replaced injectors, hoses (fuel and water) and a Bosch "universal" three wire Oxygen Sensor. Almost from...
• Re: Tight Engine
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Sat, 22 May 1999 07:52:23 -0400
  ...If it is universally "tight" SOMETHING IS WRONG. It could be something as simple as not having the crankshaft endplay adjusted correctly (not enough...
• Re: H20 pump research clarification
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 8 May 2000 14:09:37 -0400
  ...In the tools section where he speaks of a universal-joint extension, do not dream that you might get away without it. You'll...
• Re: First Aid Kit
  Historical mailing list - Double-Cab Guy
  Thu, 19 Jul 2001 12:02:49 -0600
  ...The Kit is a universal item and can be bought at a German Auto Parts store for 10-20 Marks ($5-$10). It's...
• Re: Largest diameter wheel.
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 11:20:48 -0700
  ...Below is from (Universal Tire Quality Grade) standards UTQG Ply Rating vs. Load Range Ply ratings and load ranges identify load and inflation limits...
• Re: 87 syncro: replacing exhaust components
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 13 May 1997 21:48:54 -0400
  ...Dansk's rear crossover pipe is a universal one that is supposed to fit both 2WD and Syncro versions, although it's not as...
• Re: SI vs. dumb (0 cc's Vanagon content)
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Prescott
  Thu, 16 Dec 1999 18:18:04 EST
  ...The European 32mm standard is nearly universal in cabinetry made today. Once he adapted, his work was made far simpler. No more 1/2...
• Re: bicycle racks
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 6 Jun 1995 15:56:56 -0300
  ...I have a regular bikerack, for the rear trunk or hatchback on a sedan car, RhodeGear model, pretty universal style. It is adjustable and...
• new noise. help.
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 13:39:06 -0800
  ...I stopped the first chance i got and yanked at the front axles, diff, driveshaft, universal joints, and everythingk i could get to. NOTHING...
• Re: Fridge Thermocouple Anyone?
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:31:23 -0700
  ...Anyone have a fridge you are about to scrap that could help me out. > > If anyone has found a universal thermocouple that fits, that...
• Re: worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 22:40:56 -0700
  ...the ear clamps by Oetiker clamps clamp in a universal tension the worm style are excellent in a yard repaired garden hose application for...
• RE: ADVICE/Info Needed!
  Historical mailing list - King, Robert
  22 Feb 1995 15:46:50 +1000
  ...Arranging the cooling involved running two pipes the length of the bus (underneath) to a radiator and some universal water hose. The radiator mounted...
• '88 Power Steering - Update
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 1 Apr 1996 08:50:09 PDT
  ...Seems like a sticking universal joint or something. Then I spot the "transfer gear" housing as the book calls it. It mentions to grease...
• Re: Replacing water pump - pointers?
  Historical mailing list - David Bayer
  Wed, 8 Oct 1997 12:23:15 -0700
  ...need to pull the crankshaft pulley to get at), but a universal joint on the end of the socket enabled me to get that...
• Re: Syncro Universal Joints
  Historical mailing list - John
  Tue, 15 Jun 1999 13:37:09 -0400
  David Williams wrote: > > I am new to the list so first thing is to say hi! > > Next, my vanagon recently picked up a vibration...
• Subject: Aftermarket AC solution for Westfalia?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Bennett
  Fri, 6 Aug 2004 00:39:10 -0400
  ...http://www.ackits.com They have a variety of universal kits and parts to make your own AC system. They have good prices too...
• Rostra 250-1223 Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 6 Jul 2021 00:08:45 +0000
  ...Wondering if any of you have experience with the Rostra 250-1223 Universal Cruise Control Kit ($209 on Amazon).  I already have the dash...
• Re: End of the list? Was Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Milby
  Thu, 4 Jun 2015 10:08:52 -0400
  ...were to go away there would be a great and terrible universal > emptiness. I think it would be much like what Obi-Won Kenobi...
• Re: o2 sensor resistance
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 12 Feb 2002 07:47:55 -0600
  ...The discussion threads talk about whether to pay full money for one with the factory connector or to buy the universal unit and "splice...
• Re: Not the Coolest Cooking Accessory Ever
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 11:34:21 EDT
  ...The thing is as close to universal as it gets. The true beauty of this pan is that you can use it on your...
• Re: Checking crankshaft end play
  Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
  Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:12:55 -0500
  ...part of that tool package that will make it just about universal.  The mag base comes with a rod(s) that your indicator...
• Re: Shuddering clutch engagement
  Historical mailing list - jeff crane
  Tue, 18 Apr 2000 00:16:40 -0400
  ...heavy diesel trucks, I can say that this particular malady is universal. The problem with poor engagement of the drive clutch can be traced...
• Re: original keys
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Sun, 27 Aug 2000 16:35:12 PDT
  I don't have this key, never have, so it would cost too much to have a locksmith key it - unless its a universal...
• Re: Keys locked in van
  Historical mailing list - David Richoux
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 19:54:02 -0700
  ...worst part was the loss of the keys for the H2O inlet that was sitting in the ashtray - are those universal keys? Dave Richoux