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Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 25 Sep 2015 22:26:16 -0400
...We >>> have complete Stainless Steel kits in stock and please use the >>> correct spring clamps on that short hose. >>> >>> >>> http://www.frankcondelli.com/staging1...
Re: 11mm brake line wrench
Historical mailing list - Stuart Fedak
Wed, 10 Jul 2013 12:11:42 -0400
...They also have the line clips (6 needed?), hose clips (2 needed?) and retaining springs (6 needed) for $1.50 to $2.80 each...
Re: Di-Electric Grease....Magic Stuff
Historical mailing list - Doug Noganav
Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:03:38 -0800
...Apparently the proper way to use dielectric gease on a battery is to clean the terminals, install the clamps tight and then put the...
Re: Brake Noises
Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
Thu, 2 Jun 2011 09:12:23 -0400
...OR.... >> broken spring dragging on drum. >> >> This stuff should be in the archives. Off the top of my head, Ken >> Wilford's rear shoe...
Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Sat, 7 May 2016 18:59:03 -0700
...I clearly lack that kind of logic at times) and used that EMPI tool, with a hose clamp like this, (image): https://picasaweb.google...
Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
Thu, 15 Aug 2002 15:57:32 -0400
...Included is basically everything needed for the > conversion, minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust > system, all supports and brackets...
Re: Smelly rear heater
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Sun, 6 Oct 2019 22:51:51 -0600
...Very low cost on the replacement part, and a couple of vice grip clamps. > I had a smelly rear heater since 1990, never got...
Re: For sale: Fancher Upholstery Screen Replacement Kit
Historical mailing list - Nirav V. Patel [USA]
Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:19:46 -0500
...You don't need the little metal clamps for the ends because you are > going to sew then ends over with canvas so the...
Re: Coolant loss - '89 Vanagaon - manual trans.
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Sun, 13 Apr 2014 17:34:47 -0400
...I > was told by the mechanic who worked on it that the coolant leak was due to > a > faulty clamp and so he replaced...
Re: engine revving at idle
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 9 Jul 2010 11:52:19 -0700
...it's loosen a clamp screw, turn an excentric, down in there. I just discovered a device that totally transcends this mechanical switch .. and...
Trip Report Orlando - Asheville - Orlando
Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
Mon, 30 Dec 2002 08:58:51 -0800
...type hose clamps were loose on wone of the main hose connections. I'll be replacing them with the O.E. spring type at...
Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 00:02:57 -0800
...I figured I had license to destroy since the replacement Hall Sender came with a replacement dog, pin and spring. (For those obsessive among...
Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
Sat, 7 May 2016 19:26:04 -0700
...I clearly lack that kind of logic at times) > and used that EMPI tool, with a hose clamp like this, (image): > > https://picasaweb.google...
OT.Haynes explained
Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
Tue, 25 Apr 2006 19:10:58 +0200
...Retain small spring... <br> Translation: "Jeez what was that, it nearly took my eye out!" <br><br> Haynes: Press and rotate to...
Re: 80 Vanagon Camper Gas Tank
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Wed, 21 Oct 1998 15:18:52 -0400
...will replace them anyway (1/4" American carb style line with spring clamps quite sufficient here as they are not high pressure), remove the...
Re: 84 Vanagon Bursting Coolant Hoses
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 8 Mar 2007 22:32:58 +0000
...for a hose) > >> > >> > >> > >> Marty > >> > >> > >> > >> PS If you have the spring style clamps, buy the clamp compressor > >> with the > >> long cable on it, it will...
Re: OT. Haynes explained
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Wed, 26 Apr 2006 04:25:42 -0700
...Retain small spring... >> Translation: "Jeez what was that, it nearly took my eye out!" >> >> Haynes: Press and rotate to remove bulb... >> Translation: "OK - that...
Re: Brake Noises
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Thu, 2 Jun 2011 09:26:03 -0400
...OR.... >> broken spring dragging on drum. >> >> This stuff should be in the archives. Off the top of my head, Ken >> Wilford's rear shoe...
Re: Head stud testing
Historical mailing list - thewestyman
Sat, 21 Mar 2015 11:13:19 -0700
...As designed, properly installed the studs actually stretch and get turned into springs. In addition to this stress they also get attacked by corrosion...
Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 08:39:53 -0800
...I figured I > had license to destroy since the replacement Hall Sender came with a > replacement dog, pin and spring. > > (For those obsessive among...
Re: Manual trans replacement
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:57:25 -0700
...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is attached to � � > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
Re: Smelly rear heater
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Mon, 7 Oct 2019 05:58:05 -0400
...Very low cost on the replacement part, and a couple of vice grip clamps. >> I had a smelly rear heater since 1990, never got...
Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
Historical mailing list - Myron Lind
Thu, 15 Aug 2002 19:27:04 -0400
...Included is basically everything needed for the conversion, minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust system, all supports and brackets...
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Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 18 Mar 2022 20:33:42 -0400
...gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Yes, a year ago when I replaced hinge spring and rollers and all, I removed everything from the door to clean...
Re: Power Steering Woes (longish)
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 25 Jan 2005 20:31:02 -0600
...Then keep the stuff in order that comes out, springs and what-have-you. Down in there you will find a porous donut. That...
Re: Power window replacement details-------very true
Historical mailing list - Rajesh Injety
Sat, 14 Jan 2006 13:31:21 -0800
...Instead of using a clamp to hold the window up, you might try cutting a couple of small wooden wedges to jam the window...
Re: [Syncro] First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 15 Aug 2002 18:19:50 -0400
...Included is basically everything needed for the conversion, minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust system, all supports and brackets...
love my 87 westy
Historical mailing list
Sun, 20 Oct 1996 12:22:18 -0400
...after taking apart mechanism,,,cleaning and lubing, and increasing spring tension on bottom spring , seems to be alright now. when i bought the van...
Re: Improving stock curtains/matress toppers
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:59:47 -0400
...go to home depot and get the 2" metal spring clamps and just clamp it to the rain gutter and let it hang over...
Re: [Syncro] First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
Historical mailing list - Sullivan, Michael
Thu, 15 Aug 2002 14:35:18 -0500
...Included is basically everything needed for the conversion, minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust system, all supports and brackets...
Re: How my engine rebuild is going
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 16 May 2004 17:38:11 -0400
...These studs are unique in their application as they really work like very high pressure springs keeping the heads clamped tightly to the cylinders...
Re: Happy Friday, Rear brake adjustment.
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Fri, 2 Sep 2022 15:46:50 +0000
...Disc rely more on physics and clamping forces. Discs are also more= consistent, weather resistant, and give better pedal feel of mechanical-hy= draulic...
Propex Installation, Day Two
Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
Fri, 29 Nov 1996 19:41:42 +0000
...While you are at it, remove the two clamps holding down the 110 line, it will help make things neater, later. Next up is...
Re: Spring Cleaning an Air-cooled Motor
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Thu, 20 Mar 2003 15:32:01 -0600
...Air Cooled engines have lots of hoses with clamps and the hoses need periodic replacement to avoid the flaming death situation. The little hoses...
Re: How to deal with short ALT cable
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:36:28 -0500
...Cheap connectors do not have the same spring in them and do not make a solid mechanical connection. Even in ring and fork connectors...
Re: Manual trans replacement
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:31:12 -0400
...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is attached to > > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
Re: Smelly rear heater
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 6 Oct 2019 19:44:48 -0700
...Very low cost on the replacement part, and a couple of vice grip clamps. >> I had a smelly rear heater since 1990, never got...
Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Thu, 15 Aug 2002 16:01:59 -0400
...Included is basically everything needed for the > conversion, minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust > system, all supports and brackets...
Re: Vanagon woes!
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 1 Nov 2009 22:14:31 -0600
...These two seem to be the only filters that have an internal oil pressure relief spring strong enough to hold the oil in the...
Re: Cooling your Oil.
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 27 Jun 2003 19:44:19 -0700
...All of these things > help > > considerably). > > --------------------------- > > Check your cooling flaps on your engine, be sure the spring on > the > > crossbar opens them all the...
Re: Clutch Slave Cylinder Bleed problem (How to replace your slave cylinder)
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Fri, 23 Nov 2001 15:54:54 -0800
...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is attached to the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
Re: VDO Fuel Pressure sender?
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Thu, 7 Oct 2004 01:27:50 -0500
...I think regular vw fuel line braided cloth hose slipped over just fine with a small hose clamp for security. The closer you tap...
Re: Head stud testing
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Sat, 21 Mar 2015 10:03:49 -0500
...As designed, properly installed the studs actually stretch and get turned into springs. In addition to this stress they also get attacked by corrosion...
Re: How my engine rebuild is going
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Mon, 17 May 2004 08:42:34 -0400
...These studs are unique in their > application as they really work like very high pressure springs keeping > the heads clamped tightly to the cylinders...
Re: Manual trans replacement
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:49:42 -0700
...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is >> attached to >> > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
Re: Replacing coolant
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sat, 22 Dec 2001 09:39:44 -0600
...am installing my own Air Lift > suspension balloons in my rear springs as soon as they arrive. I have even > set up a wholesale...
Re: Coolant hose replacement
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:18:54 -0700
...I usually get rid of those springy hose factory hose clamps too. They're a hazard, and only for assembly at the factory, in...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 15:52:40 -0800
...I removed the rocker cover and there was the intake valve spring lying on the bottom. The valve stem wore the point the spring...
Re: Effectiveness of cooling system flush and clean products?
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Fri, 7 Jun 2013 12:40:52 -0700
...These 8 steps might seem tedious, but its really mostly matter of a few hose clamps off and on to do it. Additional remarks...
Re: Effectiveness of cooling system flush and clean products?
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Fri, 7 Jun 2013 13:00:59 -0700
...These 8 steps might seem tedious, but its really mostly matter of a few hose clamps off and on to do it. Additional remarks...
Re: Manual trans replacement
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:34:21 -0700
...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is attached to � � > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
Re: ATF and Final Drive
Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
Thu, 5 Dec 2002 20:53:01 -0800
...If you pry <DIV></DIV>>the spring out of the way, you can pull it out. Be careful about dirt. <DIV></DIV>&gt...
Re: Coolant change questions
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 22:26:41 -0500
...hoses from radiator to metal pipes. >> >> I have new hoses and spring clamps. >> >> I expect just about all the coolant to come out. >> >> So...
Re: Manual trans replacement
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:59:19 -0700
...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is >> attached to >>� � > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
Re: What's on YOUR checklist?
Historical mailing list - Christensen
Sun, 14 Mar 2004 12:57:47 -0600
...a pack of assorted hose clamps, pack of assorted fuses. wire, a tube of gasket compound, tube of Silicone caulk some good 3-M...
Re: Towing an Automatic Vanagon. Cutting the drive axles?
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:06:54 -0700
...make sure they are chains that you can retighten easily clamp the tightening mechanism so it will not spring open ... talk to a professional...
Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 00:53:32 -0800
...I figured I >had license to destroy since the replacement Hall Sender came with a >replacement dog, pin and spring. > >(For those obsessive among...
Re: Larger Audi a/t cooler fits transporter
Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
Wed, 17 Oct 2012 21:25:59 -0400
...I'm pretty sure the major problem was a broken diaphram spring and some extremely worn discs and steels all the way inside. I...
Re: Coolant change questions
Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:03:45 -0800
...hoses from radiator to metal pipes. > > > > I have new hoses and spring clamps. > > > > I expect just about all the coolant to come out. > > > > So...
Re: Head stud testing
Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
Sat, 21 Mar 2015 11:58:16 -0400
...As designed, properly installed the > studs actually stretch and get turned into springs. In addition to this > stress they also get attacked by corrosion...