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• Re: Friday Jetta "knuckle" problem (No real Vanagon content)
  Historical mailing list - k1cajun
  Fri, 21 Apr 2000 02:20:37 -0500
  ...I've never had to work on that style CV, though I replaced many universal joints, which is what was used on American drive...
• Re: Cheap Muffler Replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Bulley
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 14:22:58 -0400
  ...can have The Guy At the Muffler Shop put on a "universal muffler" for $55 (not VW of course). Since my friend is a...
• Wanted: knuckes etc from power-steered van
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 22:43:50 +1300
  ...The intermediate steering shaft is $322; the universal joint is another $170. Obviously I am NOT going to be buying new items in this...
• Re: Loose coil wire
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 13:00:29 -0600
  ...El Cheapo universal for PepBoys, Chief, Auto Zone > > #4. Very good Bosch sold through Authorized Bosch Auto Repair > Shops. > > Not likely you've got...
• Re: Substitute Fuel Pump #
  Historical mailing list - Mark Edwards
  Sat, 2 Oct 2004 09:43:04 -0600
  ...Do all Vanangon pumps need that much pressure? I also came across a "universal" pump listed under Vanagon, that is not the cylinder shape...
• Re: Honey I shrunk the coolant pipes
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 20 Nov 2005 11:11:30 -0700
  on my subie conversion i used copper and universal flex hose for my coolant system. the first winter i developed about a half dozen...
• Re: STOP IT ALREADY! Re: it's Friday, she blew the microwave up
  Historical mailing list - Annie
  Fri, 24 Sep 2010 20:16:59 -0700
  ...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: No reverse Gear
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 Sep 1994 13:00:31 -0400
  ...Maybe a universal split boot that will work? -- you can lead a horse to water but it's easier to ride it there.
• Re: Squealing Radiator Fan Motor
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 7 Apr 2016 01:30:07 -0400
  ...Yep, the universal 16" radiator fan with "some creativity for mounting brackets" seems like a great idea. After all, it's only a fan...
• Re: Some 1600cc questions.
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 May 95 13:00:23 EDT
  ...I really don't figure this is a reasonable conversion, fabricating engine tin and a rear mount assuming you got a universal casee would...
• Re: one more for the dealer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 10 Feb 2006 21:23:02 -0500
  ...This created minimum and universal standards for recording faults and allowing non proprietary systems to interface and monitor the systems. Most auto specialty tool...
• i think i've struck syncro U-JOINT GOLD!
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Wed, 2 May 2001 10:30:52 -0700
  ...you'll see "universal" listed, and that's our part. he says he has not had good success with the neapco 1-0321/bondioli...
• Re: Battery usage shouldn't be our style.
  Historical mailing list - David Richoux
  Sun, 6 Aug 2006 21:06:38 -0700
  ...The so-called "universal adaptor" I got at Radio Shack for my Vanagon is anything but. And think of how much power is being...
• Re: Exhaust systems
  Historical mailing list - Don Thompson
  Sat, 28 Feb 1998 19:06:16 -0500
  ...Rick My local Midas shop charged 300.00 usd toput a universal cat. conv. into my Eurovan and only offered a 2 year warenty...
• Re: Bad plastic(s)
  Historical mailing list - Joe T.
  Thu, 3 Feb 2011 08:49:43 -0700
  ...list is really good for: > figuring out whether a problem is universal, or particular to one > area, climate, or color! > > Mark > > > On Feb 3...
• Re: Repowering madness, is this workable?
  Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
  Fri, 27 Nov 1998 14:21:24 -0600
  ...Our universal reference point should be the axle center line. I remember seeing a curved section of automotive sheet metal that was heavily ribbed...
• Re: Heli stories NVC
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 15:06:47 -0500
  ...Helo Universal >Navy/Marine term >for helicopter. Don't ... Hinge Head Slang term for O-4s (LCDR). Legend >has it ... >www.tailhook.org/AVSLANG...
• Re: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 22 Aug 2011 17:17:37 -0700
  ...It is perhaps the most universal of the VW 90 amp alternators of the vintage covering our vans and many original Bosch longer part...
• Re: Front Grill Spray Paint Recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 9 May 2012 12:03:39 -0400
  ...856-327-2242 On 5/9/2012 9:51 AM, Skip wrote: > '84 Westy > > I have a new spray can of Rust-Oleum "Universal...
• Re: 84' Vanagon shuts down
  Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
  Tue, 21 Jan 1997 10:32:15 -0800
  ...lenti.med.umn.edu and write away! As far as the universal O2's go, I've got one in my van and it...
• Re: bouncing speedo?
  Historical mailing list - Ben S
  Wed, 4 Aug 2004 21:51:46 -0700
  ...opposite part, hence the bounce (this same phenomenon is why a universal joint is not a constant velocity joint). i think this also wears...
• Re: any words of wisdom for a virgin to the world of westy's?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Thyer
  Tue, 11 May 2010 10:15:55 -0700
  ...There are differences between the round and square lensed VWs, but there is one universal about all these vehicles. You will be investing in...
• Re: Rear Side window slider now at GoWesty
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:27:17 -0700
  ...there not some sort of phone bill pay system in almost universal use in SA? I recall a piece about that on one of...
• Re: new noise. help.
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 14:08:41 -0800
  ...chance i got and yanked at the > front axles, diff, driveshaft, universal joints, and > everythingk i could get to. NOTHING moves at all. > Everything...
• Vanagon List Fund-Raising
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Tue, 17 Jun 1997 08:04:48 -0500
  ...check today. (Or go to the post office and buy the Universal >Money Order.) And send it to Lussier at : > >10164 Parkwood Drive #8...
• Re: Which is the best coolant to use? Part IV (last one!) :)
  Historical mailing list - joel walker
  Sun, 3 Dec 2006 14:06:27 -0600
  ...Further, some antifreeze manufacturers market a �universal� antifreeze they say is compatible with all OAT, HOAT and NOAT formulations. These "universal" formulas are not...
• Re: Stand or Bench for engine?
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Tue, 12 Oct 2004 14:22:45 -0400
  ...The universal stand tends to be lower while the bench mount stand is a little thin and weak Tilting the engine is when you...
• FYI===> Coolant Colors - what do they mean??
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 9 Aug 2006 17:05:58 +0000
  ...Further, some antifreeze manufacturers market a �universal� antifreeze they say is compatible with all OAT, HOAT and NOAT formulations. These "universal" formulas are not...
• Re: Funny "catch" in the steering
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 19 Mar 2014 00:25:56 -0500
  ...3/18/2014 8:37 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: >> Check the universal joint going to the rack. These will cause the >> steering >> to bind...
• RE: Vanagon for sale, HELP
  Historical mailing list - Stephen T. KIRBY 610-454-3941
  Wed, 30 Apr 1997 09:30:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Then install a universal starter solenoid in the area so that it routes power from the main battery positive on the starter to the...
• Re: Need inspiration. Lacking motivation on my engine conversion
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sun, 6 Apr 2008 17:54:33 -0600
  ...I'll give anything a try. > > I find that as soon as I check my cynicism, I get better results > > almost immediately and universally...
• Re: Wheelchair Batteries vs GW Aux Battery
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 3 Jul 2017 05:27:16 -0400
  ...batteries > <https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Power-Group-85952-Battery/dp/B001G8FY38?i= <https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Power-Group-85952-Battery/dp/B001G8FY38...
• Re: Not the Coolest Cooking Accessory Ever
  Historical mailing list - westydriver
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 10:28:05 -0600
  ...The > thing is as close to universal as it gets. > > The true beauty of this pan is that you can use it on your...
• European ebay find, would this really work?
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:32:24 -0500
  ...Easy universal 10 minutes installation. Switch can be connected in line for perfect test. Immediate effect even during driving, no ECU learning period. Reduces...
• History - Magnum PI Van On eBay
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Thu, 21 Nov 2002 09:54:01 -0600
  ...They bought it from the >production Co (Universal Studios), in Honolulu when the show Magnum P.I. >stopped filming in 1988. > >In 1984 the...
• Re: power steering
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 11 Jul 2012 12:14:15 -0500
  ...brings up the issue, so I would say it's > almost universal. > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On...
• Re: A Cascade of Problems --- '84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 22 Apr 2001 22:25:02 -0400
  ...The pump is quite a nuisance to remove and replace -- you'll probably need a universal-joint socket extender, and a 6mm hex key...
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 10:09:51 -0500
  ...I usually bring a universal screwdriver, allen wrenches, selection of combination open end/box end wrenches, adjustable wrench, small pry bar, pliers, vise grips...
• Re: oil drain threads stripped
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:47:30 -0400
  ...I could not find one in my city so I bought one of those "Gator Grip" universal sockets and a 3/8" "T" handle...
• Re: More about tires...somewhat early ..sort of Friday
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:07:10 -0500
  ...Both of the older methods relied more on operator skill than does the "computer balance" method that is universal (in this country) now. When...
• How best to mount a motorized CB antenna?
  Historical mailing list - Walt Oliver
  Tue, 31 May 2005 14:19:24 -0400
  I've got a Maldol power antenna mount (the roof-mounted version of http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamantm/4219.html), which will...
• Re: Air intake
  Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
  Wed, 21 May 2008 20:22:34 -0700
  ...http://www.knfilters.com/universal/apollo.htm Note that they're technically an off-road product. Joel On Wed, May 21, 2008 at 8...
• Re: STOP IT ALREADY! Re: it's Friday, she blew the microwave up
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Fri, 24 Sep 2010 20:48:20 -0700
  ...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: NVC vanagon Digest - 12 Feb 2004 (#2004-122)
  Historical mailing list - Kathy and Jamie
  Fri, 13 Feb 2004 11:33:00 -0800
  ...I know, I can simply change my filter, but it seems that "OT" is a universal anacronym (sp?) for OFF TOPIC content. (off to...
• Re: Muffler Replacement Notes - 1986 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 30 Nov 1999 17:39:25 -0500
  ...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: Fwd: Re: Bosch Platinum Spark Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Fri, 12 May 2000 13:04:28 -0700
  ...We are definatly in a downward course as we ignore more values of universal nature. >I've also been using these plugs and they...
• Re: Parts quality question
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Thu, 5 May 2005 11:27:56 -0600
  ...the case > of his vendors, but I know it's not universally true). > > What should I do? Use their stuff, or pursue better parts...
• Hello
  Historical mailing list - Dean Staltare
  Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:29:54 -0500
  ...Ciao Dean -- "Neither the wisest constitution nor the wisest laws will secure the liberty and happiness of a people whose manners are universally corrupt...
• Re: A/C in a Doka
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 15 May 2006 22:22:42 -0700
  ...They have a universal kit which looks like it may easily fit behind the dash. I find the prospect of a having a contemporary...
• Re: Radio
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 21:46:51 -0700
  ...And as a bonus, I could switch to SW and fall asleep to the "Co-ordinated Universal Time" clock. They still got that on...
• Re: Starter nut
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sat, 18 Jul 2020 08:46:17 -0700
  ...Long extension with a universal and short > socket should do it. Note: If the stud should turn and break free in the > solenoid you...
• Re: LVC: Vanagon - Westfalia Ham (amateur) Radio Mobile - Base Transceiver Choices
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth O'Connor
  Fri, 15 Mar 2019 11:11:49 -0700
  ...or "fit" for the Westfalia? > > This Yeasu FT-450D > > https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hamhf/0450.html > > looks like it might be a...
• Re: VW antifreeze ?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 23 Dec 2001 12:09:07 -0800
  ...DIV> <DIV>I am inclined to think this is a&nbsp;universal color coding &nbsp;like those used for fuels like stove oil and...
• Re: Dual Battery Installation Instructions on Ebay
  Historical mailing list - Yoel and Tina Crane
  Wed, 20 Oct 2004 15:02:50 -0700
  ...If you > get a (universal) lap top charger and mobile phone charger that run on 12V > (found both in Dutch auto parts store, EUR...
• Re: Power to Standard Steering Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:36:23 -0700
  ...The power rack has a universal joint between the rack and the steering > shaft, the standard steering uses a flex plate. > > I�m not...
• Re: More Fuel Pump Weirdness - Has Mercury gone retrograde again?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:04:05 -0700
  ...27 PM 4/21/2010, Pat Sloan wrote: > >> There is a universal fuel pump available, which does both the pulling >> (from >> the tank) and...
• The Great Exchange
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 21 May 1996 12:33:22 -0600
  ...You see, the bug had a universal case, with 3 beautiful bolt holes just waiting to be used. Since we bought the bug in...
• Re: How to test fridge propane fitting?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Mon, 24 May 1999 22:04:47 PDT
  ...garage and tested everything! I wouldn't guarantee that it is universally true, but it's worth a try. Now I'm going to...
• Re: Sad and depressed
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 1 Apr 2016 11:19:17 -0700
  ...At a minimum you'll need a very clean bench, clean solvent, and a universal parts tray for all the bits in the valve...
• now i'll i need is a backing beeper..
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 14 Sep 1994 11:36:35 -0400
  ...i've done it twice now and i use (what i've always heard referred to as) a "universal case"... i kept all the...