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• Re: E15 Coming & the Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:50:16 -0500
  ...I have been not looking forward to this, though I knew it was coming. Locally, ethanol free fuel is generally available, though one might...
• JCW over windshield shelf-83 Westie
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 07 May 1996 01:14:15 -0700
  ...After these holes were tapped and filled with machine screws, two carefully measured holes were cut into the center of the shelf just forward...
• Re: Auto back up switch
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 23 Dec 2014 10:26:48 -0800
  ...starter control >> terminal. You can reach it by reaching your hand over the top of the >> bell housing, quite a way forward and then...
• Re: Cupholders
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 14:16:41 -0600
  ...set forward as I must) A tall mug or bottle in the driver's side >holder slightly impinges the lowest heater control slider. > >After...
• Re: SMOG TEST failure
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 21:52:41 -0500
  ...The controls are timing settings (why we have the dual diaphragm > distributors before Digifant), low compression, most vehicles EGR, and in > everything 81 and...
• Re: Syncro Transmissions
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 10 Mar 1996 00:45:17 -0500
  ...Especially the low forward and reverse gears(creeper or cross country). The ring and pinion assemblies get alot of stress as the front and...
• Re: 85 Vanagon GL Rolling Chassis in North Texas needs a pasture
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 2 Dec 2010 16:01:50 -0700
  ...That being the case, the transmission and everything needed to |control the transmission is gone. It rolls, is what it does. | |It still has...
• Re: Gerry is ill - suggestions for a server upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 21 May 1999 07:49:40 -0400
  ...I look forward to your comments and >suggestions. > >PS. If Gerry goes down again - someone please email me at >david@abccom.bc.ca so...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 24 Aug 2015 00:55:22 -0400
  ...I've never seen a control arm get hurt or dented or anything with this method.. I've never had a jack slip out...
• Re: Trying To Understand Tie rod Adjustments
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 22:55:37 -0700
  ...Ideally I like to stop the van on smoth pavement after driving forward, and stopping with the parking brake ) but if toe is about...
• Re: 88 Westie: Problematic Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Wed, 25 Nov 1998 09:11:27 -0800
  My frig is hard to start on propane unless I drive it around for 15-30 minutes with the controls set to battery operation...
• Re: Blaupunkt in Canada?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 6 May 2004 10:29:53 -0700
  ...David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www.fastforward.ca mailto:sales@fastforward.ca Phone...
• Re: Simple Question about VIN's
  Historical mailing list - Simon Glen
  Sat, 13 Jan 2001 10:08:42 +1000
  ...But, on early eighties South African-made T3 Transporters, Pick-ups and Microbuses this number is stamped on the right side of the forward...
• Re: Weight Distribution
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:50:28 -0800
  ...Someone once told me, one bad thing about 911's was that you can loose control if you're not careful... is that the...
• Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 7 Dec 2014 11:46:38 -0800
  ...and forward clutch drums); 2) the bearing between >> the forward planetary gear set and the forward clutch; and 3) the >> shims that control the...
• Warn - Steuergeraet doesn't work (Was Chime gone AWOL (86 2.1, AT))
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
  Sun, 11 Jul 2010 11:20:31 -0700
  ...I don't like leaving the keys in the ignition. > > Fast forward to this spring, bus hard starting when warm, take to my > regular...
• Re: any flux capacitor conversions available?
  Historical mailing list - John Klun
  Sun, 30 Sep 2001 09:57:14 -0600
  ...on the highway indicate that the vehicles driver tried to gain > > control and reduce his speed repeatedly approximately five miles from the > > impact point...
• Carver P4 installation notes
  Historical mailing list - shilohz
  Tue, 18 Aug 1998 21:15:13 -0700
  ...I ran the exhaust vent out to the drivers side just forward of the jack hole. I ran the intake line to the frame...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 24 Aug 2015 07:01:03 -0400
  ...I then supported the lower control arm with my floor jack using a 2 by 3 scrap piece of wood to fit between he...
• Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 7 Dec 2014 12:28:38 -0500
  ...and forward clutch drums); 2) the bearing between >> the forward planetary gear set and the forward clutch; and 3) the >> shims that control the...
• Re: Aftermarket Air Conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Fri, 29 Dec 2006 16:08:35 -0800
  ...Vintage Air has a unit with a heating and cooling coil together that is all controlled electronically, like modern cars. That is what I...
• Re: Thanks! (was: Trailing Arm) + Opinions please. PICS
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 5 Sep 2008 21:02:16 -0700
  ...the cost and potential cost of abrupt failure of this component ............you could experience instant loss of directional control. It's possible to even...
• Re: VW bus and beetle on Yahoo's 10 deadlies car list. Any thruth? Bay vs. Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:09:16 -0800
  ...T3 or vanagon is actually a > very > > safe design for a forward control vehicle as demonstrated in the > technical > > paper on the safety design...
• Re: Aux driving lights question..best easy power source..?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:59:38 -0700
  ...I will use the aux light switch to control a 30 amp relay to > power > the lights, but the aux. light switch will only...
• Re: [VW-TDI] HELP - I keep going into limp home mode (00575)
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 4 Apr 2004 21:22:48 -0700
  ...00575 Intake Manifold Pressure Control Difference 17-00 Before I got the intake manifold hose problem fix (they would pop off under boost) this...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: Syncro Springs and the correct way of lifting your Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Steven Schwenk
  Wed, 7 Feb 2001 08:24:37 -0800
  ...One might also need to install > something like the new upper control arms now in development by John > Wessels that allow an angled mounting...
• Digifant high idle problem finally solved!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 15 Sep 2003 23:13:57 -0700
  ...Everyone says check the Idle Stabilizer Valve and the control unit for that valve that is behind the rear passenger light. Well, both of...
• Re: Elec. Questions. YES it's about Aux Batt. NO, please don't shoot me.... ;^)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
  Wed, 11 Apr 2007 03:08:56 -0400
  ...to Camper Section �Always-on� power for the camper section (not controlled by the ignition switch) comes from one of two places, depending on...
• Re: It is possible to make a 2WD into a Syncro?
  Historical mailing list - 1980 VW Westfalia \"Pokey\"
  Fri, 29 Sep 2000 09:19:31 -0400
  ...there is a totally different fuel system located over the trnsmission, control wiring to go to the cab, vacuum lines, a special snorkle air...
• Re: Upgrading the Vanagon list
  Historical mailing list - Pete O
  Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:19:32 -0400
  ...It has all the controls > and > > features I had on the previous platform, and more. This could revitalize > > the list by attracting new members...
• Gas heater installation?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Danke
  Sun, 02 Oct 94 22:04 CDT
  ...Well, bravely forward... The identification on the heater reads: INSTANT HEATER mfg for VWoA, Inc. VW model ZVW256-03 mfg by Stewart Warner South...
• Re: The test...
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Wed, 20 Mar 2002 08:46:36 -0600
  ...I go home >and tell my wife who is very happy with the news. > Fast forward an hour or so later... I am in...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sun, 23 Aug 2015 20:11:50 -1000
  ...During normal operation the weight of the van is sitting on the wheel with the lower control arm acting like a lever. The inner...
• Re: video of burning Westy. sad
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Sat, 31 Dec 2011 01:25:59 -0800
  ...you would only know it when the fire is out of control. It's a cheap way to save a car and the stuff...
• Re: Electrical Nightmare?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:35:46 -0800
  ...There are forward auxilary heater temparature controls that I dont think are stock; it is a toggle switch for temp up and down. Additionally...
• Re: Looking for parts
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 07:41:13 -0500
  ...and shortened it for use on my Vanagon for my cruise control vacuum reservoir (also from a Golf). I don't think you can...
• Re: Weird Stuff----
  Historical mailing list - David Richoux
  Mon, 11 Feb 2002 09:27:39 -0800
  ...go along the firewall, down to the metal tubes that go forward > > to the radiator---I just loosened the cap on the expansion tank...
• Re: Shade tree wiring of a cold start valve on a 2.1?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 5 Jan 2009 13:08:47 -0800
  I personally would have manual control only........ a push button on the dash, that gets power only with igntion on. you 'could' get power...
• Re: Front Blower... resistor? Long babble
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Tue, 19 Sep 2006 21:13:31 -0700
  ...1) The fan control switch can be removed and tested. It is plastic and prone to meltdowns if there are any overheating issues like...
• Re: Radiator has a leak and green fluid's coming out
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 4 Apr 2010 16:10:46 -0700
  ...Some of the cardboard used for air flow control is often missing or hanging loose etc. Fix that stuff as needed. I find the...
• Re: vanagon sized/shape/style vehicles
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 25 Jun 2003 07:35:22 +1200
  ...no protection >continues, Unfortunately! The Type 2 and Hiaces prove that forward-control vans CAN be safe... to their occupants (not to the occup...
• Re: Rear Vanagon Removal
  Historical mailing list - Ed Duntz
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 11:37:37 -0500
  ...But, I removed the hoses > completely, including the T-junctions at the long heater hoses that go > forward under the van. I just ran...
• Re: Anyone used "Night Hawk" bulbs? (searched archives)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 6 Apr 2007 12:57:28 -0700
  ...The > required ballast/control gear will probably always be more expensive and > bulkier than a simple filament lamp or LED. The accountants don't...
• Re: Oil/gas leak from passenger cv joint
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 13:58:56 -0700
  ...the hose going forward there .. which is the 'feed' to the fuel rail.. you want to connect that hose directly to the black plastic...
• Re: NewOwnerQuestions
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sat, 17 May 2003 13:23:18 -0600
  ...The instrument cluster "hood" has a couple indentations on the forward (windshield) side. Sitting in the driver's seat, pull toward you and mostly...
• Re: Engine conversion? VR6
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 15:30:03 -0700
  ...David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www.fastforward.ca mailto:sales@fastforward.ca Phone...
• Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 6 Oct 2004 13:59:18 -0400
  ...The 1.9l has ECU (engine control unit) control of fuel pump and injectors; the system is essentially the Bosch L-Jetronic. Ignition drive...
• Re: Newbie ,?? Tach, wheels, seat belts, yeah I searched the archives
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Tue, 6 Jun 2006 10:33:24 -0800
  ...I'll have to upgrade to retracting lap belt when she goes > forward facing and I'd like to get a retracting lap belt...
• Re: Very Sad Westy News and S-O-S
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Thu, 3 Jun 1999 03:52:38 -0700
  ...If you can forward, > > preferably by snail mail, or by email,.. any ads for similar > vehicles for > > sale.....this would help bolster my case...
• Re: Hiace Web
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 15 May 2000 11:09:35 +1200
  ...The true Hiace remains the same good-looking forward-control (cabover) vehicle released in 1988 or so, with engine mounted over the front suspension...
• Re: Suggestions on how to fasten a laptop while driving?
  Historical mailing list - Ty Graham
  Tue, 21 Mar 2000 11:15:24 -0800
  ...Input is controlled using an RF keyboard plus mouse combo. This works really cool for TV viewing, GPS, scanner control, etc. The caveat on...
• Re: Help Needed, On the Road
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 24 Jul 2007 09:30:54 -0500
  ...Idle Stabilizer Valve/Control - sometimes this system goes bad and will cause the engine to run funny. It can be either the vale or...
• Re: Cupholders
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 13:59:43 -0800
  ...set forward as I must) A tall mug or bottle in the driver's side >> holder slightly impinges the lowest heater control slider. >> >> After...
• Re: knock Sensor, to run max timing, and optimize fuel grades used.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sat, 4 Nov 2000 09:54:41 +0000
  ...What does this involve for hardware? A sensor, control unit, wiring, or a new distributor as well. More? As to justifying cost, I do...
• Re: replacing flex plate with flywheel
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 7 Dec 2023 11:53:39 -0500
  ...straight >>>> forward as long as I have the proper shims, thrust washer etc which I >> would >>>> use from the original "manual" controlled engine. Please...
• Re: Idle issue? Any update?
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Fri, 22 May 2020 16:43:57 -0400
  ...Work on my AUDIOVOX CCS100 CRUISE CONTROL, as it is only working under 45 mph right now. I also added a stealth Solar panel...
• An assortment of delectible questions
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 30 May 2005 13:44:54 -0700
  ...just forward of the shift lever housing. Outside air, unheated (unlike above), blows in through there. Fiddling with the four ventilation control levers does...
• Re: Noisy transaxle??
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 22 Oct 2013 16:12:05 -0500
  How are the engine carrier/mounts different? Forward, back, up or down? Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy On Oct 22, 2013 4...
• Re: Adios
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 10 Nov 2001 07:59:03 -0700
  ...Sometimes, like if we discuss tires and gun control, it hits a couple hundred! Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "developtrust" <developtrust@HOME.COM> To...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 24 Aug 2015 12:38:38 -0600
  ...I then supported the lower control arm with my floor jack using a 2 by 3 scrap piece of wood to fit between he...