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Re: oil pressure gauge and temp gauge
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Mon, 18 May 2020 16:57:17 -0400
...cafe kit but it is out of stock > so > >> I > >> want to put together the equivalent. I am thinking a stainless brake > line > >> from...
Re: Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf�
Historical mailing list - --------------------
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 17:06:24 -0400
...Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf� .com > >2 weeks ago I had my entire van's brake system replaced, and I mean entire! > >Front...
Homemade pressure bleeder links
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
Wed, 14 Feb 2007 06:28:41 -0800
...a Vacuum Pump/Brake Bleed kit; about $40: http://www.actron.com/product_detail.php?pid=16292 Besides testing vacuum lines, it can also...
replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
Wed, 20 Jun 2018 16:58:37 -0400
...I'm considering replacing the rubber brake lines at the same time as a change the rotors, however, I have heard these can be...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Wed, 20 Jun 2018 17:09:31 -0400
...Overhaul the rear brakes, hope for an improvement there > > 2) Rear disc brakes (i.e., the smallcar or burley kits) > > 3) somehow get some...
Re: Adding rear disc brakes
Historical mailing list - John C...
Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:13:27 -0600
...Adding rear disc brakes > >>> > >>> I know there is a big brake kit that goes on all the way around. > >>> > >>> Is there anyone that sells...
Power steering lines
Historical mailing list - Cullen Stewart
Fri, 11 Jul 2008 16:18:33 -0400
...the shelf brake line from the store. Also, I have pulled the steering pump and am wondering if a gasket kit is available for...
RE: Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf� .com
Historical mailing list - Mark A. Kreuzer
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 15:45:38 -0500
...Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf� .com 2 weeks ago I had my entire van's brake system replaced, and I mean entire! Front...
Re: [sagp2002] Re: SA Big Brake Kit Questions
Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
Tue, 28 Jan 2003 11:54:01 -0500
...SA Big Brake Kit Questions >To: sagp2002@yahoogroups.com > >chris, as i was told by the supplier of these brakes, they don't need...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 09:03:20 -0400
...If you open the brake system, then yes, you have to bleed the whole system. Stick a pencil or something in open brake line...
RE: Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf�
Historical mailing list - Milo's Kitchen
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 18:03:36 -0400
...Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf� yikes..... People get a grip.... There is more to life than the WEB. Any good autoparts has brake...
Re: front brakes
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Mon, 4 Jun 2012 14:05:08 -0400
Yes we have been selling the big brake kits for many, many years and folks who have to deal with brake fade in the...
Re: Seeking Input - Big Disc Brakes
Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 23:37:20 -0800
...Smallcar kit on a Syncro. I'm very > happy > > with it. It clears 15" SA wheels OK. They came > with > > no brake lines, but...
Re: New Transmission Time?
Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
Fri, 6 Jan 2006 17:18:10 -0500
...and brake systems on my van with excellent results (even after totally emptying it to change brake lines). Look for the 06820 kit here...
Re: Clutch problems: 1st, 2nd, ...
Historical mailing list - CAP'N HOOK, THE SOFTWARE PIRATE
Mon, 28 Nov 1994 14:01:19 PST
No Stuart, the brakes are on a completely different system, although they also use brake fluid/hydraulic fluid to operate. The clutch system uses...
Re: DOT Approved Stainless Brake Hose Questions. VC SS Kit Opinions?
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Sun, 2 Sep 2012 19:45:27 -0400
...DOT Approved Stainless Brake Hose Questions. VC SS Kit Opinions? > >I was hoping there would be more response to this. I've thought >about...
Re: disconnect brake line to remove caliper?
Historical mailing list - Yi-Ruey Wei
Wed, 18 Nov 1998 13:26:32 -0600
...Remember you should replace the brake fluid once for every 2 years anyway. Go get a Mityvac vacuum pump w/bleeding kit at AutoZone...
Re: Brake service questions
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Thu, 27 Jul 2000 13:48:53 -0700
...course? > > 4) Heard that stainless steel break lines are the way to go. Is there a > kit available? If so, from whom, and how...
Re: stainless steel braided brake hose kits - do they make a difference?
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Thu, 19 Jan 2006 12:35:15 -0500
the pvc cover is the important part without it you are supposed to change the lines every couple of years. jonathan On Thu, 19...
Vanagon Big Brakes FS / SYNCRO Air Filters too!
Historical mailing list - VW Master
Wed, 31 May 2000 11:57:20 -0700
...With that component you too can have these brakes on your Vanagon! Price for the kit is $625.00 Plus shipping. I only have...
Re: Will nonpower-steer swaybars & hubs fit power-steer stubs?
Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
Sat, 27 Nov 2004 02:49:53 -0600
...nz> wrote: > > >>I have Whiteline swaybars and have ordered Porsche brake conversion >>kit for my 84 with no power steering. I have a powered...
Re: Adding rear disc brakes
Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:18:06 -0400
...Adding rear disc brakes >> >>> >> >>> I know there is a big brake kit that goes on all the way around. >> >>> >> >>> Is there anyone that sells...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 08:58:46 -0600
...Stick a pencil or something in open brake line to minimize fluid loss. It's best to not let the reservoir become empty. Not...
Re: The One Man Brake Bleed Show
Historical mailing list - Robert Prouse
Wed, 18 Jun 2003 10:42:54 -0400
...you are going to bleed your entire lines, I suggest that you get a more expensive kit with a one-way valve and a...
Re: '67 bus brake line
Historical mailing list
Sun, 17 Mar 1996 19:35:43 -0600
...Marlin >If you plan to maintain your Volkswagen yourself your tool kit should include >a flaring tool and the necessary bubble-flare adapters. Flaring...
Re: New brakes and pedal question
Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
Wed, 10 Sep 2014 10:24:54 -0700
...I installed the Big Brake Kit from Van-Cafe last year, along with their HD drums and steel brake lines and all hydraulics. The...
Re: '84 value?
Historical mailing list - TC
Tue, 27 Nov 2007 18:03:18 -0800
...The on-line vendor call it the steering knuckle when they refer to that component req'd for Big Brake kits on 83-85...
Re: Anyone have experience w/ caliper rebuild kits?
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Tue, 14 Aug 2007 07:18:14 -0700
...Have a helper press the brake pedal and the piston will pop out (keep fingers well away). After you remove the flexible brake line...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 09:09:45 -0400
...Stick a pencil or something in open brake line to minimize fluid loss. It's best to not let the reservoir become empty. Not...
Re: Identifying brake calipers
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 10 Jul 2015 01:00:57 -0400
...What else should I replace while I'm at this? I see bolt kits w/boots (mine are shot), different-than-stock brake lines...
Re: Brakes completely died.
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:05:00 -0400
...brake pedal for you (i find that friends are >> one of the most important tools in the kit :)). >> >> I repaired a rusted brake line...
Re: newbie questions
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Sat, 28 Dec 2002 17:14:29 -0400
...One blatant item is that you have not replaced is the fuel lines. Vanagain.com sells a kit with all of the pieces. This...
Re: New brakes and pedal question
Historical mailing list - Project Pat
Tue, 9 Sep 2014 17:07:20 -0400
...New brakes and pedal question Hi All, So, I've finally got the GoWesty bigger brake kit installed and we christened it with a...
Re: Oil light problem
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 15 Nov 2014 15:40:11 -0600
...A few months ago I did > have to replace the brake line as it rusted out and split after 26 years. > > Dennis > > > > > -----Original Message...
Re: Spongy Brake Pedal
Historical mailing list - Mark Pinnell
Thu, 29 Sep 2016 13:10:40 -0400
...I will go ahead and order an overhaul kit for both rear brakes. I'll let you know what happens. Thanks for the quick...
Re: 11mm brake line wrench
Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
Tue, 9 Jul 2013 11:57:42 -0700
...11mm brake line wrench > > anybody have a recommendation for a good system to loosen the 11mm fittings on brake lines? Been through the usual...
Re: Brake line flaring tool?
Historical mailing list - jimt
Thu, 17 Feb 2005 22:51:24 -0700
...The only line that I know of in the brake system that comes in 5 meter lengths is the rubber lines. For the rubber...
Re: Brakes completely died.
Historical mailing list - Mark
Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:47:41 -0400
...brake pedal for you (i find that friends are one of the most important tools in the kit :)). I repaired a rusted brake line...
Re: Brake line flaring tool?
Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
Fri, 18 Feb 2005 08:41:40 -0500
Shawn, I dunno about your neck of the woods, but I was able to get metal brake lines with metric fittings on them at...
Re: Seeking Input - Big Disc Brakes
Historical mailing list - GMac999
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 23:17:26 -0800
...Smallcar kit on a Syncro. I'm very happy with it. It > clears 15" SA wheels OK. They came with no brake lines, but...
Re: Brakes big S/A
Historical mailing list - KKALnSF
Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:31:53 -0700
...On Apr 5, 2012, at 7:25 PM, Stacy Schneider wrote: > Worth every penny , along with S/S brake lines and oversized S/A...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 13:35:37 +0000
...open the brake system, then yes, you have to bleed the whole system. Stick a pencil or something in open brake line to minimize...
Re: bleeding bloody brakes
Historical mailing list - neil
Thu, 11 Jan 2007 21:55:42 -0800
...lines and bleed brakes. > Obviously I don't know w hat I am doing then, because I have no idea > what a bleeding kit...
Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Sun, 25 Apr 2010 13:12:37 -0500
...You do not need to remove the calipers from the brake line just to change the pads. There are two bolts holding them on...
Re: Where to find a metric brake line flaring tool ?
Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
Tue, 4 Mar 2008 11:38:26 -0500
...Where to find a metric brake line flaring tool ? >> Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2008 08:32:32 -0500 >> >> David, >> I bought my tool at...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 19:55:18 +0000
...Would this work when removing brake lines, as Wes is thinking about? If his brake fluid is more than a few years old, he...
Identifying brake calipers
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Thu, 9 Jul 2015 21:46:35 +0000
...What else should I replace while I'm at this? I see bolt kits w/boots (mine are shot), different-than-stock brake lines...
Re: Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf�
Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 23:26:41 -0400
The stainless steel brake lines from classic tube can have a coil rock guard or rubber guard added to any of the lines you...
Clutch Hydraulics Problem
Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
Sun, 15 Oct 2006 16:35:26 -0700
...I thought there was air in the lines, but no change after all clutch and brake lines bled with pressure bleeder. No leaks at...
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Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 16:20:38 -0400
do these stainless brake lines have a protective jacket over the outside of the stainless steel braid? jonathan On Fri, 21 Apr 2006, robertmstewart...
Re: Stainless Braided Brake Lines
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Sun, 16 May 2004 12:47:43 -0500
...yourself kits to make your customer lines. It was pretty easy for me to decide against this option. We are talking brake lines here...
Re: Stainless Steel Brake lines - Van-Caf� .com
Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 13:56:53 -0400
...Rear L&R Drums, Cylinders, springs, shoes and Emergency Brake Cable. (All from Van-caf�.com, except the Ebrake Cable*) Stainless Steel brake lines...
Re: Brakes completely died.
Historical mailing list - B Feddish
Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:29:30 -0400
...brake pedal for you (i find that friends >> are one of the most important tools in the kit :)). >> >> I repaired a rusted brake line...
Re: Parking brake pressure (was I've had it)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 4 Jul 2010 16:10:36 -0700
...kit. Any idea on parking brake performance ? and it is really engineered well ? . - Like are brake lines supported by a bracket where line transitions...
Re: Brake Fade
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Tue, 6 Sep 2011 21:47:49 -0700
...I now have a set of S/A big brakes and S/A over sized rear drums with Stainless lines and new Ate rear...
Re: replacing front brake hoses (WAS Re: upgrading brakes in 83.5)
Historical mailing list
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 11:09:47 -0400
Would this work when removing brake lines, as Wes is thinking about? If his brake fluid is more than a few years old, he...
Brake service questions
Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
Thu, 27 Jul 2000 15:29:28 -0500
...course? 4) Heard that stainless steel break lines are the way to go. Is there a kit available? If so, from whom, and how...
Re: 1981 Brake Caliper Decision
Historical mailing list - Jon VO
Thu, 23 Jul 2015 08:00:54 -0600
Bigger brake kit means at least 15", most likely 16" wheels to clear the calipers on any of the high quality kits; Small Car...
Re: 1981 Brake Caliper Decision
Historical mailing list - Jon VO
Tue, 23 Jun 2015 06:48:06 -0600
Bigger brake kit means at least 15", most likely 16" wheels to clear the calipers on any of the high quality kits; Small Car...
Re: 1981 Brake Caliper Decision
Historical mailing list - Jon VO
Sun, 17 May 2015 17:52:18 -0600
Bigger brake kit means at least 15", most likely 16" wheels to clear the calipers on any of the high quality kits; Small Car...