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• Re: So you should have to be a mechanic and know the answers to post?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 25 Nov 2004 03:04:46 -0500
  ...He would have stopped these post also. > > So that would be a good thing, to limit universal participation? I'm > not sure I see...
• Re: Wanted in LA area: knuckes etc from power-steered van
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 23:23:50 +1300
  ...If >that's the case, you'll also need the universal joint that is specific to >the power steering Vanagons. I guess so. Wish...
• Re: changing auto trans fluid - amsoil?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Thu, 13 Jul 2006 21:29:49 -0700
  ...of the fluid out? > > > > * Amsoil has two Dexron II compatible synthetics -- universal > > synthetic and torque drive synthetic. Anyone have > > experience/suggestions here? > > > > * Anything else...
• Re: Roof Racks
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 2 Jun 1995 09:52:40 -0700
  ...could shop for one of these??? (New >England) Is there a universal rack avail. thru some RV dealers, or do I have >to buy...
• Re: I lost my cool!!
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Mon, 9 Jul 2012 15:02:03 +0000
  ...and compatible > with both R12 and R134a, so it's the "universal" choice). The Bentley > should say how much sits in the compressor. > The...
• Re: Info on Westy water tank keys
  Historical mailing list - Thompson, Michael
  Fri, 24 May 2002 13:25:18 -0600
  ...It is a universal key that fits all the tanks. If you have the earlier tank filler, you'll find it hinged at the...
• Re: Vanagons are too cool?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 21 Mar 2013 10:49:06 -0700
  ...Within the last month I've had teenagers hanging out of windows and > single speed bike messenger types that almost universally hate cars yell...
• STOP IT ALREADY! Re: it's Friday, she blew the microwave up
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 24 Sep 2010 22:51:25 -0400
  ...data of rock in water? > > now do same for hydrofluoric acid > > universal solvent is just hyperbole. > > alistair > > > > > On 24-Sep-10, at 9:44...
• RE: VW BUS SEARCH
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Mon, 18 Sep 1995 12:35:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Maybe a big, mileage-is-free car, and a universal tow bar and hitch? Possibilities are endless... Good luck, -Steve Maher smaher@gi.com...
• Re: Price of gasoline
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 12 Feb 2003 09:39:30 -0600
  ...will be the only way out of town if we have universal panic to leave the major cities. I tend to agree with him...
• Westy wants to cruise, but ...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 19:41:22 -0400
  I know that universal cruise control kits typically have a switch or separate contact points or some way to tell the unit whether you...
• Re: How not to snake wire/why "constant" velocity joints? Was: Wiring rear speakers - 86 Weekender - long
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:03:55 -0700
  ...In your old fashioned Jeep with universal joints in the drive path the output shaft takes on an eccentric fast/slow/fast/slow as...
• Re: Funny "catch" in the steering
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 18 Mar 2014 23:37:08 -0400
  Check the universal joint going to the rack. These will cause the steering to bind when it seizes. These joints are hard to find...
• Re: where to buy H4 connectors for lights (was RE: Ecode light report )
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 15 Jun 2004 20:51:40 -0500
  ...part number is 5407PT, "headlight connector, universal 3-wire". or you can order them from camelback vw, a dealer in phoenix, az, that does...
• Re: Car Stereo Fit (dimensions)
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
  Thu, 26 May 2005 07:40:14 -0600
  ...Robert H At 08:32 PM 5/25/2005 -0500, you wrote: >The general dimensions are universal for Radios, however you may need >to...
• Re: Bird chirps from front brakes on '84
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 13 Nov 2011 06:59:07 -0500
  ...If your in the USA, please use the XE.com - The Universal Currency Converter � to calculate the exchange rate on the day of your...
• Re: CV joint BARBARIC handling info
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Mon, 22 Mar 1999 21:14:36 -0600
  ...The car in question is a Jetta, but >> the principles are universal. Full colour, and full of useful >> tips-definitely worth a look! All...
• Re: [WetWesties] older american propaganda film where the bad guy drives a VW Van
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 1 Sep 2008 08:40:51 -0700
  dear vanagan - regarding grammar modern style book - now universal .. -- hmm maybe -maybe not - what about the 92 year old government sign with " ' " incorrectly placed...
• Re: Dometic Fan
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:56:44 -0700
  ...Regarding the comment that anything that improves refrigerator performance would have universally adopted, well, not necessarily. Some are quite happy with the performance of...
• Re: [Fwd: Reaching skylight knob]
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:15:31 +0000
  ...Reaching skylight knob] > >>> > >>> Following up on my own query (below), How about removing the > >>> knob, connecting a universal joint to the shaft, then a...
• Re: Aux battery...again
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Tue, 20 Mar 2001 13:08:45 -0600
  I'm using a deep cycle battery from Universal Battery in Texas. It's a UB1200. Fits fine.... in fact, you could probably fit...
• Re: Aux battery hookup
  Historical mailing list - Jon VO
  Thu, 7 May 2015 08:07:22 -0600
  ...battery hookup system and 3 Universal UB12220- 22amp deep cycle wheelchair batteries. I did all the wiring as per instructions. Added the new Truckfridge...
• Re: Front Grill Spray Paint Recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 9 May 2012 07:34:04 -0700
  ...Front Grill Spray Paint Recommendations To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> '84 Westy I have a new spray can of Rust-Oleum "Universal Advanced Formula...
• Re: Free Topo Map Sources
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 12 May 2011 06:19:44 -0400
  ...They have cut out universal protocol like >>> NMEA. They charge outrageous prices for second-rate maps. Get an iPhone or >>> droid and get a...
• Re: Tierra del Fuego
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 12 Feb 1997 14:25:55 -0800
  "cosmopolitan" means that the city (polis) is universal (cosmos). I have no doubt that poeple from all over the world end up stuck at...
• Re: Dake (Ian) Collins
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 9 Jan 2021 22:53:40 +0000
  ...He also deeply valued his associations with Maine Coast Men > and the Universalist Church of Rockland, and the Unitarian Universalist > Churches of Ellsworth and...
• POR 15
  Historical mailing list - Fred Brittain
  Fri, 6 Oct 2000 09:03:04 -0600
  ...It was universally accepted as being the best. Instructions must be followed! Rust must not be completely removed as some must be present for...
• Re: � � � Re: VW obscene part s pricing
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 7 Sep 2002 00:24:16 EDT
  ...one draws the conclusion that this favorable 'dealer/part' thing > is universal, Southern States (Raleigh) was a ham-fisted eye-poke from > the moment...
• Re: Finally got new Air Cooled/Diesel Center Shifter Bushings in stock!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:59:57 -0800
  ...re "There is only one other bushing that is at the universal joint > connection that we don't have available at the moment. " I...
• Re: Inexpensive O2 Sensors - archives
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Fri, 16 Feb 2001 10:20:56 -0500
  ...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: Brake bleeding problems
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 18:11:00 -0400
  ...I got a universal one, fits just about anything, but they're close to $100 (I think it was $60 when I got it...
• Re: 2.1 coolant woes/Questions
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 10 May 2001 20:56:52 -0700
  ...Second, is the special tool needed to take these off something you buy somewhere? If yes is it common and universal (ie available at...
• Re: FRYDAY-----horror stories on Surf Mex Trips
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Sat, 30 Mar 2002 21:45:14 -0800
  ...Jeff, > A couple thoughts on your enlightenened observations; > 1) TRASH is universal, occurs even in OC and San Diego, as evidenced by your > comments...
• 1600cc Vanagon: Oh well...
  Historical mailing list - Ian E. Abbott 225-1793
  Fri, 13 Jan 1995 12:31:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...with a unique oil filtration system. *Yes, I know that new Universal cases are easy to obtain! *Yes, I know there are entirely satisfactory...
• Re: Porsche engine mounting ring work on waterboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Thu, 23 Dec 2004 02:54:36 -0600
  ...Porsche engine mounting ring work on waterboxer? > > >> Does anyone know if this rather sturdy looking engine mount ring for a >> universal engine stand will...
• bostig kit for VW Vans
  Historical mailing list - Charles Nighbor
  Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:44:17 -0700
  ...Rotor either NO Coolant Leaking Head Gaskets or Expensive Coolant (uses universal type) NO Coolant Tower or Crankcase Towers to break - leaving you stranded...
• Muffler Replacement Notes - 1986 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Tue, 30 Nov 1999 12:00:26 -0700
  ...It is similar to a universal joint in that it allows the exhaust pipe to be rotated around for adjustment. I mounted the brackets...
• Re: End of the list? Was Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Thu, 4 Jun 2015 10:06:31 -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...
• Exhaust Repair Bummer
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 12 May 1996 18:19:00 -0700
  ...I used end wrenches, sockets (w and w/o universals), box wrenches, and adjustable wrenches. Corrosion made the metric tools not fit so I...
• Re: Come on, UPS shipping nightmares?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 17 Nov 2001 12:59:51 +1200
  ...a bag of marshmallows. > >Rich Well, UPS has a reputation as "Universal Pacel Smashers", and is near-impossible to get compensation from when an...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 14:32:25 -0500
  ...3/8" and 1/2" drive extensions (short, medium, long) and universal joints 3/8" drive metric deep socket set 1/2" drive metric...
• Re: Well, it's over.
  Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 23:41:45 EST
  ...need. > > Things such as: > > 1. Syncro transmission with locking diff > 2. Universal joint for a Syncro steering column > 3. Four plastic full wheel covers...
• Re: Push covers/enging tins
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:19:15 -0700
  ...I've worked on much more than VWs, so I'm familiar with the more universal usage of "push rod cover." Given the makeup...
• Oil Relief Plug
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Tue, 22 Jun 2021 09:08:22 -0700
  ...I had thought these things were relatively universal - but supposedly they are not. Anyway I plan to swap out senders but would like to...
• Re: leaking power steering rack pinion shaft seal
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 25 May 2010 11:52:23 -0500
  ...Its coming from the seal > on the part (pinion shaft?) right near the universal joint. Here's a photo > with arrow pointing to the...
• Re: I'm Back!....and.....
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 8 Jul 1995 19:06:28 -0400
  ...Thet act similar to universal joints which Chevrolet used on the Corvair (I had 1968 Convert. Would love another convert, but not another Corvair...
• Re: Ring and Pinion Wear
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Thu, 2 Sep 1999 09:08:54 +0000
  Don't all syncros after 1988 also have 4.86 gears? Isn't 4.86 universal for all stock syncros of all years in...
• Re: collant pipes (was gas tank and straps)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 8 Mar 2011 09:03:42 -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: PS Hose kit - a tale corrected
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Wed, 1 Oct 2008 12:38:17 -0400
  ...was not factory(which is all it take to invalidate that universal). If the statement had been "Anybody's hose that doesn't follow...
• Re: it just stops! What do I do? - was Spare Fuel Pump Saves the Day-Hose removal pliers.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 17:35:29 -0700
  ...WD-40 though ..a wonderful universal lubricant .. not to replace grease or oil .. but to make things move nicely, or slide, or to displace...
• rear heater must be on?
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Tue, 31 Jul 2007 15:11:03 -0400
  ...Why is this not a universal problem? Or is the concern only about leaving the vanagon rear shut off for years on end? How...
• Re: are your vanagon seats wearing out? read this.
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 5 Mar 2009 19:47:15 -0800
  ...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: Steering shaft U joint replacement ?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 17 Jun 2004 06:42:11 EDT
  ...The steering shaft universal joint on the Vanagons with power steering is a seperate item. I have ordered, received and installed it many times...
• Re: low buck square headlight H4 upgrade without going to e-codes
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sat, 22 Apr 2006 16:00:06 -0400
  ...you can get some universal square H4 headlights > and mount them ...slight mod needed to the headlight bucket bracket. check > Limbo archives, the mod...
• Hall Sender Removal Tips
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sat, 30 Sep 2006 16:19:35 -0700
  ...O2 sensor (removed my used single wire Rabbit version with a new universal three-spliced-wire setup) I've since disconnected the O2 wire...
• Re: Good Sam Club Road Assist
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:52:28 -0700
  ...There isn't a universal plan for everyone, it is individual. The latest tow prices I've seen around here are something like $20...
• Re: Accessing the A/C Expansion Valve
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 9 Aug 2011 12:28:54 -0400
  ...evaporator itself. > > Bentley says support the plastic evap housing with a universal lift > crane. I suppose that means stick a flat board up there...
• Re: Wont start
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 26 Nov 2012 13:59:41 -0500
  ...with chronic jamming of the pinion because it turned out that Universal used two different starters and they took different ring gears, so the...
• Re: Friday - engine stand suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:04:59 -0400
  ...I'm kinda looking for a universal stand I can >> put my Subaru engine on. When the Subaru goes into my Vanagon, I'd...
• Re: BusBoys~catalogs and more...(less?)
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Wed, 1 May 1996 14:42:03 -0700 (PDT)
  ...And because VW bus folks are almost universally good karma people, the cheques arrived over the following weeks and I broke more or less...