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• Re: Wiring headlight washer pumps
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 11:56:29 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Wiring headlight washer pumps
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 12:18:38 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• engine bolt questions
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Nelson
  Sat, 6 Nov 1999 20:09:21 -0700
  ...Is there something I should use on re-assembly that will prevent this? What's the best way to get these things out without...
• Convert Auto to Manual?
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Sun, 3 Mar 2002 15:47:33 -0600
  Howdy from Texas, I am preparing to buy a Vanagon with the intention of installing a Porsche 911 engine using one of the MSDS...
• Re: I heard a 'nasty' rumor!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 04 Mar 1996 07:00:56 -0500 (EST)
  ...For example it now takes one major assembly function to mount front suspension, engine, steering, transmission, cooling AND front heating system in the T4...
• amc heads / soft valve problem ??
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Tue, 10 Oct 2000 14:00:47 -0500
  ...This engine pushed a fully loaded 87 westy 2600 miles 65-70 mph and got 20 mpg. While adjusting the valves on this engine...
• Re: PIC. Under Cabinet Flooring: Westfalia OEM?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 18 Sep 2012 18:21:19 -0700
  ...i.e. > > in engine bay. These have been sprayed down with Rust Check though > > I've heard Fluid Film is better. > > > > Neil. > > > -- Neil n...
• Re: AAR auxillary air regulator
  Historical mailing list - Johan Nyberg
  Thu, 24 Jun 1999 22:14:30 +0100
  ...The control box lives inside the right hand tail light assembly, and is black, about the size of a pack of cigarettes and has...
• Re: Subject: 3.3 verses 4.3 ???
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 09:51:26 -0600
  ...bob > Subaru SVX: > Engine Specifications: > 3.3 Liter 6 cylinder 24 valve DOHC Boxer engine. > 230 horsepower @ 5400 rpm > Torque: 228 @ 4400 rpm > Sequential...
• Re: You can blame Me - was: steel coolant pipes 82 diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Sun, 8 Nov 2009 19:43:17 -0600
  Well, with spare tire assembly, shift box, fuel tank, transmission, engine and all heater hoses out. two guys, about two hours of trying to...
• Re: Dometic question. (yes did search archives.... ;^)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 28 Jun 2006 06:20:42 EDT
  ...Remove the city water port assembly, cut out the centre portion so that you have a door and frame assembly with nothing in the...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 30 May 2006 13:13:46 -0700
  ...RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY > > > Well, if someone wants to spend about $25K USD, I'm sure a 2000-2002 SA >Caravelle can be brought...
• Upholstery Re-cover Swatch Opinion? ('81 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:08:07 -0800
  ...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta 2...
• Re: Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 20 Dec 2012 18:17:00 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Stove & whine
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 5 Jan 2013 12:06:07 -0800
  ...The fuse blows when I plug in the sat radio. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88...
• Re: 87 vanagon quit while driving
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:20:03 -0700
  ...on (15 power only)..... > > B+ --> Digifant relay --> FI's -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate...
• Low Temp Radiator Thermo Switch "Better"?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 24 May 2012 14:10:20 -0700
  ...Thanks for any direction, Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be...
• Re: parking brake adjustment frozen
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 26 May 2011 19:22:17 -0700
  ...On Thu, May 26, 2011 at 5:29 PM, mark drillock <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote: > The cable assembly is NLA from VW at this...
• (Fwd) Parting out 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Wed, 7 Apr 1999 09:01:44 -0400
  ...The engine is > > gone, but a lot of good parts remain. There are still quite a few > > parts available, including interior, headlight assembly, grill...
• Re: F/you think we have problems? Try owning a MB600
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:12:37 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Westfalia Search Terms
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 2 Nov 2012 13:41:33 -0700
  ...westfella ! http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/ctd/3373548468.html -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate...
• Re: Engine balancing
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 2 Dec 1999 11:48:04 -0600
  ...balancing the > >internal parts of an engine....pistons, rods, etc, and dynamic balancing > >of the entire rotating assembly.....pistons, rods, crank, flywheel and > >clutch...
• Re: Insturment Cluster
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:11:28 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Parts '82 Westfalia (a.k.a. Wilma, as in Flintstones)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 5 Feb 96 01:42 EST
  ...driver's side turn signal light assembly (whole, turn and parking light) 6. source for curtains and plastic curtain holders (plastic with snaps that...
• Re: new bearings but no change in oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 15 Jul 2001 01:27:18 -0500
  ...Has anyone ever replaced an oil pump > without removing the engine? I think I can do it if I remove the > fan > assembly and...
• Re: LED backup lights update
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:44:37 -0800
  I’m late to this… Cleaning the entire assembly … hot soapy water , Bottle brushes to get in there ( gentle), rinse and rinse. If you...
• Re: Video of Noise at Clutch Operating Lever. Help Diagnose Please?
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Sun, 25 Jun 2017 20:44:04 -0400
  ...I originally > thought the noise was coming from the clutch master cylinder or pedal > assembly but the noise is much louder at rear. > > A...
• Re: Clutch not fully disengaging near Seattle
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 13 Oct 2013 14:01:50 -0400
  ...plate-disk assembly or the pilot bearing is bad causing the input shaft to drag and keep turning with the engine. If the pedal...
• Re: very minor glove compartment/dash light mod
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:28:54 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Canadian Picking up a FedEx'd Vanagon Part in US.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 17 Sep 2012 20:07:48 -0500
  ...my Westy. > > Neil. > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: How can I lubricate a front heater blower motor?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 14 Sep 2012 20:04:40 -0700
  ...Also, what type of lubrication should I use? > > George -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate...
• Re: Fuel injectors
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:28:54 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: TECH TRICK- install cylinders without removing the motor
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Fri, 15 Mar 2002 05:40:19 -0500
  ...and rings and slid the > cylinder over the assembly.....whala! no more removing the engine to > re-ring your baby Seems easier than it...
• Re: how much oil in 82 diesel
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 13 May 2002 15:06:51 -0700
  ...The engines are at much different angles front to back. If you use a 2wd diesel oil pan and oil pump pickup in a...
• power steering rack replacement
  Historical mailing list - Andy Stalick
  Tue, 7 Sep 2004 09:09:46 -0500
  ...I flushed out the hydraulic system by placing a bucket under the open hydraulic lines and cranking the engine over until the fluid ran...
• Re: KEP URABUS Exhaust System Questions
  Historical mailing list - Ron Bloomquist
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 16:37:12 -0800
  ...This way the muffler and cat assembly moves with the engine. Seems to work fine. Attaching to the body with a flex pipe might...
• Re: (oops. Forgot Subject!) Lube Coolant Pump Shaft?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 22 May 2012 16:21:14 -0700
  ...he said VW gave their engineers 30 days to develop a water-cooled version of their air-cooled engine ....I believe it ! either waterboxer...
• Re: Front Heater Core Shutoff
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:59:21 -0700
  ...http://tinyurl.com/67jp97o Obviously near/at engine bay is a better location! Valve has barbed nipples. (used with PEX pipe) Hoses seal, having...
• Re: Rebuilt or Re"Buy"?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Mar 96 18:04 CST
  ...I guaran damn tee you the assembly-line professional rebuilder can't say the same. The cost estimates for rebuilding your own vary wildly...
• Re: new bearings but no change in oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - pederparizek
  Sun, 15 Jul 2001 11:27:32 -0500
  ...Has anyone ever replaced an oil pump > without removing the engine? I think I can do it if I remove the fan > assembly and...
• Re: diesel to gas conversion ongoing...
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 3 May 2002 21:38:58 -0700
  ...filter,accumulator, and pump assembly. 3. Transferred the diesel parts and a new pilot bearing to the donor engine. 4. Took a little off...
• Re: More Power to the Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 28 Apr 1998 23:05:42 -0700
  ...The Muffler is strapped/bolted to the upper portion of the engine carrier assembly which moves right along with the engine. Granted, the carrier...
• Re: Engine Bay Negative Strap Questions. 1988 Westy. PICS.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 7 May 2012 06:17:29 -0400
  ...Just plain out of sorts. ;^) In Bentley I see "Ground Connections" 12 "in engine compartment left" and 18 "on engine block" but..... In assuming...
• Re: More On Mice: 110VAC Wire Damage? PICS
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 3 Mar 2013 16:11:34 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Diesel Vanagon questions
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 7 Nov 1996 06:06:06 PST
  ...I replaced the synchronizer 3rd/4th gear assembly (page.35.50) myself. Not easy but can be done. Needs some special tools which I...
• Re: Radiator hoses
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Thu, 6 Aug 1998 07:26:09 -0400
  ...Automakers use the spring type ones > only because they're quicker to install on the assembly line and don't require > anyone to decide...
• Re: New Seats and carpet kit
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:16:42 -0700
  ...I had made all my cuts with a hacksaw for my engine swap. Finally got a grinder. (and a face mask) Uh, just a...
• Re: Poor Hot Start Discovery - midway through solution
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 26 Aug 2012 12:40:58 -0700
  ...I depressed the accelerator that engine would > finally begin running. > > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88...
• Re: 5 cyl engine clearance follow up, long
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Sat, 27 Feb 1999 17:47:50 -0800
  ...This would add another 3.1 cms clearance to yours with the waterboxer assembly. The Syncro engine is already mounted lower than the 2WD...
• Re: Substitute for aircooled thermostat
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Tue, 22 Feb 2011 08:39:27 -0600
  ...It's more of a engine warm-up aide than a temperature control thermostat. The assembly was disabled in both of the type 1...
• Black Nylon Fuel Return Hose Kink. Opinions? PICS.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:13:21 -0800
  ...one piece hose from engine to tank. Thanks much, Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88...
• Re: Jetta Conversion: Exhaust Bracket Redo PICS. Questions
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 2 Sep 2011 19:10:51 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2...
• Pop Top Wood Frame Damage. PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 18 Mar 2013 20:26:37 -0700
  ...Thanks Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta...
• Re: spring/wire in pop top lift handle
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:21:18 -0800
  ...One can feel if the cables are under stress > (they shouldn't be). -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
• Re: Trip report: SE Ohio (longish)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 11:18:56 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Demons III
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:22:50 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Rear Tailight Lense
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 13 Mar 2001 20:17:29 -0800
  ...They are totally compatible with the North American plugs - just no fog lights (obviously!) Price for the pair (front and rear assembly with bulbs...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 6 Apr 2003 00:20:50 -0600
  ...After driving a >few to ten miles or so the engine starts revving out of control. It then >rides at a real high idle...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:03:19 -0400
  ...Having a Automatic I don’t think carrying the full assembly will work. I would have gotten it to make fixing mine easier for...
• Engine misfires?
  Historical mailing list - John J. Clavin
  Mon, 20 May 1996 21:56:25 -0500
  I have a problem with the engine on my 85 Vanagon GL "stumbling" or misfiring on an intermittent basis. It usually misfires or bucks...