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• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 10:26:49 -0500
  ...Suspension for Off Roading Another question on suspension. I have a 90 Westy, 16 in wheels, Michelin tires, and Bilstein shocks from GoWesty. It...
• FW: [Syncro] Radical Spring Calculations
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 14 Aug 2000 10:42:44 -0400
  ...The ride is better and the suspension works better when you use the betts rear with the betts fronts, as opposed to the stock...
• tire re-beading RE: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - PSD
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 14:40:15 -0500
  ...2014 12:33 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Suspension for Off Roading I learned the trick from the Mexicans in Baja...
• Re: Urethane suspension bushes?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 11 Sep 2002 08:07:09 -0400
  ...Urethane suspension bushes? > Hi all, > I need to replace my upper control arm bushes and I think I remember reading > that someone on the...
• Re: The most butch vanagon I've ever seen
  Historical mailing list - brady
  Tue, 4 Feb 2014 05:25:42 -0800
  ...The rear most wheels are actually another section of a van facing rearward!....so I don't know how well the suspension will like...
• Re: 16" tires on a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:30:12 -0800
  ...2wd w/ > automatic > transmission and there is no rubbing , with stock suspension.. > > fyi i have some 16" alloys FS is anyone wants.. cheap. > > chris...
• Re: built tranny's
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 12 Sep 1999 22:51:51 -0400
  ...i've blown in 2 > years. > And the brakes And the suspension ETc. ETC. That's why keeping things stock is best...unless this...
• Re: Vibration
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 21 Jul 2020 19:34:33 -0700
  ...The shop that did the work is experienced with tires and suspensions and Vanagons. After the work I had a vibration that starts at...
• Re: Mercedes wheels
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 7 Mar 2000 21:31:03 +0100
  ...less offset in order to keep the tire away from the suspension which means the inside of the tire is in the same location...
• Re: 71 bus, brakes, front end
  Historical mailing list - Chris Venema
  Mon, 15 May 1995 14:54:07 -0500 (CDT)
  ...On Mon, 15 May 1995, Mitch Covington wrote: > need to do some pretty major brake work and maybe some front suspension > work. > 1) The...
• Re: Suspension for Off Roading
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 15 Nov 2014 15:37:38 -0500
  The Vanagon suspension generally holds up very well to abuse. The top control bushings coming loose is a sign you have bushings that are...
• Re: rear suspension ouch
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 28 Sep 2004 15:34:19 -0400
  ...Eric Data Services wrote: >Rear suspension swing arm from VW (only supplier of new I could find) $1225.00 >Ouch >and the closest one...
• Re: Need 83-84 era driver's spindle
  Historical mailing list - Chris Szpejankowski
  Thu, 7 Jan 2016 15:43:21 -0500
  ...I don't have any spares for this, > the early suspension version that I believe changed to all cast iron and > power steering features...
• Today not so lucky!
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Sat, 12 May 2012 18:34:14 -0600
  Hi Volks,Today after work I successfully removed entire left front suspension! The bad news is that the po put his spot weld into...
• Re: Upper Control Arm Nut Grade Matter?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:18:42 -0400
  At 10:49 PM 4/13/2011, Dennis Haynes wrote: >When it comes to hardware nothing needs more attention to detail than >suspension parts...
• Re: Wire size question.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:48:37 -0400
  At 06:21 PM 8/31/2009, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >engines, transmissions, suspension bits, CV joints, and wherever they hid >the windshield washing...
• FS: Syncro front end
  Historical mailing list - Sorin Bejenaru
  Thu, 2 May 2002 20:24:16 -0400
  ...This includes the front differential with axles, the suspension with rotors and calipers, and the shield frame that protects all the components under the...
• 1897 Westy front suspensio rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Sidney White
  Wed, 5 Mar 2003 17:09:50 EST
  What tool, parts will I need to rebuild my front suspension, it is clunking and I figure maybe I could do the job myself...
• Re: Ball joints - Pickle Fork?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 4 Jun 2003 19:47:31 EDT
  ...I have taken my front apart several times trying different suspension springs and have no damage. Robert
• Re: horsepower increase
  Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
  Tue, 18 Nov 2003 00:21:27 -0500
  ...Sam Walters Baltimore, MD 89 Syncro GL, soon to have SA suspension and 15" disc brakes 85 Westy Weekender, new to me 8/01...
• Re: new Listee
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Mon, 12 Apr 2004 20:38:25 EDT
  ...Somewhere in the dark recesses or your bodywork or in some obscure part of your suspension, there lurks a speck or two of iron...
• More Parts from Germany
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 1 Jun 2012 06:33:57 -0400
  ...Door pockets, Stainless Steel coolant pipes, Coolant hoses, Door Mirrors, Suspension Springs.............see our www.frankcondelli.com/sales.htm webpage Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte...
• Re: Hydrogen power for the Vanagon Now!
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:10:30 -0400
  I'll file this "HHO" stuff next to the Magical Cast Iron Suspension. ;-) On 10/22/08, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote: > I...
• Re: Front End Suspension - 1985
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:18:28 -0500
  ...Front End Suspension - 1985 > > Good point Stuart - I guess I should have mentioned that I've already gone > that route. I knew the upper...
• RE: Sagging suspension ??
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Mon, 05 Feb 1996 10:39:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...be (front and rear) in '71 era buses? Is rebuilding the >suspension a major undertaking? Mine sags too (the bus's rear end, not...
• Re: Syncro Springs On My 2WD 84' Westy
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 17:06:51 -0700
  ...I'm begining to wonder if the > suspension is just too maxed out in height and the axles are > running at too high of...
• Re: Increase ride height on 2wd front
  Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
  Sat, 4 Aug 2007 21:27:02 -0700
  ...With stock suspension I had bad interference in the wheel well, especially when turning under full compression. I bought and had installed a set...
• Re: Rear Westy suspension
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:42:31 -0700
  ...While suspension is in droop, pry out >> springs. Done. Even Mike Miller can do this job. >> >> >> -- >> BenT >> > > > > -- > Jake > 1984 Vanagon GL > 1986 Westy Weekender...
• Re: [vanagon] Tire sizes.....
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 15 May 2004 20:02:08 -0700
  ...Rubbing body or suspension parts/pieces will be the least of your worries. Getting across the intersection before the light changes will be more...
• Re: Caster--was Tire Choice Question
  Historical mailing list - Trooz
  Wed, 14 Mar 2007 08:27:12 -0700
  ...Was the suspension properly > inspected for loose/worn components and properly aligned? In > particular, the front radius rod bushings need to be checked > carefully...
• Re: Four-1 Product Drops, Patented S.I.C.K. Technology
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 1 Apr 2023 18:59:59 -0700
  ...get some of these! 😁 > > > https://www.methodracewheels.com/products/301-se-suspension-edition-matte-black?variant=40555981996093 > > (try to remember today's date...) > > Karl >
• Tiresize
  Historical mailing list - Markus Samuelson
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 14:18:05 +0100
  ...is how big tires will fit one of these vehicles the suspension will be lifted of course. It is not a syncro, hust an...
• Re: levelling etc
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 23 Feb 2003 09:54:49 -0800
  ...from trying to drive away > with the jacks still in place. > > A squeaking suspension can be particularly annoying during "upper berth > activities". > > Larry A.
• while changing UCA bushings, what else should I do?
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 19:27:51 -0400
  Hi guys, I'm going to change my upper control arm bushings, in the hope of relieving my suspension woes. What else should I...
• Re: WTB Needed Front suspension Part for early 85 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sun, 16 Jul 2006 21:13:15 -0400
  > I Need a part that broke on my 85 Vanagon Westi. I > think it will fit from 80 to october 84. it is called...
• 85' parts van questions (yes one is about tires! --- ;^)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 9 Nov 2007 12:27:50 -0800
  ...This for a 85 Vanagon. (Transporter model) Do most 1985 body/suspension/steering parts swap into 81-85 Vanagons? Will the stock steel coolant...
• Re: Towing a Vanagon with a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Press
  Wed, 23 Jun 2004 15:22:47 -0700
  ...Robert Fisher said: > A semi is a specialized system (with specialized sub-systems; brakes, > suspension, etc) designed for hauling huge loads. A Vanagon is...
• Re: Friend simons van gets work done by vivid vans
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 7 May 2021 13:46:00 -0700
  To be clear, it was only the suspension that got painted. The entire job, parts and labour , painting and springs and bushings etc etc...
• Re: OK now on to the tires wheels ASAP
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 31 Dec 2018 18:33:32 -0500
  ...I am very happy with the way Dennis adjusted the suspension. Generally my drivers love this van and the way it rides and handles...
• Re: Front suspension upgrades and more
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 22 Mar 2005 19:47:50 -0500
  ...Front suspension upgrades and more Hello all. I just have a few questions about the front suspension. I'm having a birthday party for...
• Re: '84 value?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Morton
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:44:29 -0800
  ...On Nov 28, 2007 6:13 AM, Paul Guzyk wrote: > Another nice feature of 85's is they have a higher suspension > (springs). This...
• Re: Suspension issue
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 5 Sep 2017 12:55:05 +0000
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• Re: 14" vs 16" Syncro suspensions, VW show.
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Fri, 12 Jun 1998 02:35:24 EDT
  In a message dated 98-06-12 02:28:21 EDT, vanagon@VOLKSWAGEN.ORG writes: << The CVs and axles are supposed to be a...
• Re: Looking to lower the van.
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 23 Jul 1998 01:10:28 EDT
  ...what would have to be done? >> Corkey, put a vanagon Carat suspension kit on your van and it will look great. The Carats came...
• Quantum info?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Bertschi
  Fri, 1 Oct 1999 15:39:28 -0400
  ...Does anyone know of any aftermarket sources for performance parts, engine, suspension, anything....for the Quantum? I think I'm in the same boat...
• 84 parting
  Historical mailing list - Darrel Combs
  Mon, 22 Jul 2002 17:20:43 -0400
  ...parts except 2 front seats and dash are still here all suspension is still on it all glass is still on it come on...
• Re: Eurovans future
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 8 Sep 2002 21:50:35 +1200
  ...All subseqent VWs >> (excepting the T3) were understeering pigs, and that's the "European" >> suspensions... the US versions were far worse. >> -- >> >I find my...
• Re: Wanted in LA area: knuckes etc from power-steered van
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 02:46:06 -0800
  ...Used suspension uprights are cheap if you take them out yourself. Otherwise, it is cheaper to buy new ones. You can use your old...
• Re: Magical cast iron suspension?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 2 Nov 2008 22:37:58 -0700
  > I'd prefer the welded steel than brittle cast iron anyway. Steel when over stressed will bend, the cast iron will break clean off...
• Re: Who syncro-knows it all?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 5 Sep 2006 06:50:36 -0700
  ...After unbolting all the 2wd front suspension and steering parts, you need to cut away a lot of metal, then you can bolt the...
• Re: Non Vanagon related brake line question
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:04:59 -0500
  ...I was able to lower one side of the rear suspension without disconnecting the strut or gas tank and I think I can pretty...
• Re: What lugs do Carat Alloys need?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sun, 6 Jan 2013 14:05:08 -0800
  ...For the record, I did have some of the front suspension bushings replaced, but not this one. > > I assume that means that this should...
• Syncro Front Coil Springs List Purchase
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Wed, 2 Jun 1999 19:21:38 -0700
  ...to obtain vehicle sag the syncro suspension was designed to have stock to allow full use of suspension travel without pre-mature topping out...
• Re: Vanagon Virtues and Type 2 contrasts( was ahhh..
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 31 Jul 2002 22:12:49 +1200
  ...I have to say that the T2's long-travel trailing-arm suspension gave a distinctly better ride than the T3's shorter-vertical...
• Re: Repair for rear trailing swingarm?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 14 Apr 2006 11:45:06 -0400
  ...Your new bushings will always be stressed until the suspension travels the entire amount it can move.Then the bushing is relaxed. You want...
• Pressing control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 28 Jun 2013 06:30:20 -0500
  ...I am about to replace every bushing in my entire suspension, front and rear, and was wondering about the other bushings that do have...
• Re: Tire rotating -- when?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 4 Sep 2012 19:10:06 -0700
  ...Of course, >in Bentley's it might have been under "Suspension," but anyways. > >What's the rule o' the thumb about tire rotation? > >-- >Jack...
• Re: ASA Type 8 (Mercedes) wheels from tire rack for a vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:32:46 -0700
  ...GoWesty markets these for > Syncros, which have more suspension clearance. > > James V > 86 Syncro Westy, etc >
• Re: Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:34:34 -0400
  I love the vanagons more, because they are wider, lower, have better suspension, and can handle 300hp with more grace. ;) On Fri, Apr 3...
• FS: Vanagon Syncro body, suspension, partial interior
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Mon, 28 Feb 2000 12:50:33 -0500
  Partially stripped pass. van body, no lights, grille, instruments, fusebox, front armrests, engine, trans or front diff, driveshaft or front/rear halfshafts. Body is...