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• Re: Hose has a brass sleeve in it
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Feb 2005 23:28:32 -0500
  ...The hose (it goes over the tranny) has a reducer, looks like brass sleeve, which goes into the long plastic return line. Do I...
• Re: fuel pressure on return to tank
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:30:49 -0600
  ...to deal with the pressure, but I think the return lines use regular hose clamps, so that would answer my concerns. I could be...
• Re: Path of coolant in radiator - hoses and beverly hills tip
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 24 Jun 2005 07:14:05 -0700
  Rad hose hookup tip I learned from Seth and H&R motors... There are two big hose connectors on the rad. One goes straight...
• Re: PS Hose kit - a tale corrected
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 30 Sep 2008 21:09:59 -0400
  ...Unfortunately, I used >Frank's instructions, which calls for a longer return hose, but I had >Ken's hose...well...in my hand (oh...
• Re: How does coolant circuit to oil cooler work?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 8 Sep 2012 10:42:10 -0700
  ...hey, return is return right ? So I use a stock DV main coolant hose that goes to the T-stat., with the oil cooler...
• Re: R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - RICHARD KOERNER
  Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:03:48 -0700
  ...By blocking the two hoses all coolant now goes to the radiator before returning to the engine. With the heater core in the circuit...
• Re: Overheating diesel now running GREAT
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Wed, 8 Oct 2003 18:51:46 -0600
  ...If you still have the old cloth covered return hoses you should replace them with the modern hoses, they typically crack and leak at...
• Coolant tank -- how full is FULL
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sun, 21 Oct 2007 14:46:20 -0700
  Guess the answer's pretty obvious, but bears asking anyway. Filled to overflowing -- above the bleed return hose fitting (2.1)?
• Re: Flush PS?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:19:48 -0700
  ...Undo the low pressure return hose. They can be hyper stuck on the plastic reservoir , so .......................... on the right side of the engine compartment...
• Re: 1991 Westy, gas tank return hose size (and fuel line or injector line)?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Sat, 10 Sep 2011 20:38:23 -0600
  Fantastic! Thanks for the fast reply :-) Out to rummage through the spare hose box! I'm sure "Murphy" will be against me and I...
• Re: Calculate fuel consumption when idling?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 25 Nov 2007 21:28:40 -0500
  ...regulator is returning unused fuel to the regular gas tank, no? > I suppose you could > connect a hose from the fuel return line of...
• Re: '87 Vanagon GL ATF Cooler
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 14 Feb 2007 19:41:11 -0800
  ...the return line from the Radiator, between the Thermostat-Housing > and the end of the Plastic return-line. Omits two expensive hoses from > the...
• Re: 1.9L coolant hose question
  Historical mailing list - Tony Thompson
  Sun, 25 Aug 2002 08:15:51 -0400
  ...How did you handle that? I haven't tried really hard yet since I can return it if necessary. PS the hose was 32...
• R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - Don Spence
  Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:47:03 -0600
  ...to get a > length of > high temp hose and fasten it between the send and return hoses you > speak of. > Creating a loop so...
• Re: R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:34:21 -0400
  ...By > blocking the two hoses all coolant now goes to the radiator before > returning to the engine. With the heater core in the circuit...
• Re: Power Steering hose with new hydraulic hose
  Historical mailing list - Martine Boudreault
  Sun, 24 Apr 2005 22:03:36 -0400
  ...Power Steering hose with new hydraulic hose i've purchased the pressure and return hoses from Frank Condelli. how long would you say it...
• Re: How does coolant circuit to oil cooler work?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 8 Sep 2012 17:10:30 -0700
  ...bypass >> hose is already on the engine ... >> so just leave that there, and the return from the oil cooler.. >> hey, return is return right...
• Re: Westy OEM fire extinguisher
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Wed, 2 Jan 2008 20:14:43 -0500
  ...Last week I drained 2 or 3 gallons of gas onto the trans when the return hose came loose from the plastic return pipe...
• Power Steering hose with new hydraulic hose
  Historical mailing list - Martine Boudreault
  Sat, 23 Apr 2005 13:16:30 -0400
  ...Westy with a new hydraulic hose for the high pressure side and a fuel line for the return line. I used 12' for both...
• Re: PS Hose kit - a tale corrected
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:09:49 -0500
  ...Unfortunately, I used >> Frank's instructions, which calls for a longer return hose, but I had >> Ken's hose...well...in my hand (oh...
• Re: return fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 13 Feb 2006 14:05:58 -0500
  ...but 5/16 fuel line is kinda standard anyway.Doest cost much,and it may hold up to fuel better than regular rubber hose.
• Which Radiator should I buy?
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Heidcamp
  Mon, 26 Aug 2002 09:56:21 -0500
  ...Lower radiator return hose: (thru VIN # 24F060000) 251 121 083G $59.95 3. Lower radiator return hose: (VIN # 24F060001 up) 251 121 083H $34...
• Syncro fuel vent & return lines
  Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
  Fri, 8 Jan 1999 14:29:19 -0800
  ...Has any syncro owner found a good method for changing the fuel vent lines and fuel return lines without dropping the tank? I have...
• Coolant Feed/Return Pipes Repair
  Historical mailing list - James V
  Tue, 2 Sep 2003 15:01:13 -0700
  Well, I'm finally going to fix my coolant feed and return pipes, as the ends have corroded and broken. (they've been ghetto...
• can coolant bleeder from 84 retrofit into 83.5?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Tue, 8 Aug 2000 22:46:21 EDT
  ...This includes the hoses to the expansion tank from the water pump and from the crossover pipe and the large diameter feed and return...
• Re: R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - brady
  Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:45:11 -0700
  ...By > blocking the two hoses all coolant now goes to the radiator before > returning to the engine. With the heater core in the circuit...
• mystery hose disconnected
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Mon, 4 Nov 2002 09:50:57 -0700
  ...The other hose comes off the same tank and returns to the engine compartment, where it is not connected. The tank, standing vertically, is...
• Re: Coolant Pipe repair
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Thu, 7 Nov 2013 16:03:25 -0800
  ...out the two large hoses that feed the radiator and > noticed that where the return hose clamps to the return straight pipe > there appears...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Thu, 25 Jun 2020 19:48:35 -0700
  If the coolant returning to the waterpump is really 225F then the radiator fan should be running constantly since that is above the rad...
• Re: getting Desperate for some 83-85 coolling hoses :)
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 4 Aug 2005 15:08:23 -0700
  > Any one have some new auto trans cooling hoses > (Or know where they can be fabricated) > 025 121 104B > Feed, between bleeder assembly and...
• Re: Fuel flow issue 83.5 1.9 WBX
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 24 May 2015 20:13:27 -0700
  ...Checked flow again at the > pressure regulator return outlet. No flow. Removed the input hose from the > T connector and ran the pump again...
• Source for AC hoses
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Feddish
  Wed, 2 Jul 2014 15:54:32 -0400
  ...would like to return to getting my AC working in my 83.5. It works fine except the 2 hoses that connect to the...
• Re: can I start/run eng. w/o MAS/air cleaner assemb?
  Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:05:01 -0500
  ...bypassed it, but it > came in the kit), everything except the return hose from the FPR. > Now the moment of truth. I need to...
• Re: Tweak yer heater output!
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sat, 16 Nov 2002 22:24:28 EST
  In a message dated 11/16/02 8:47:41 PM, gnarlodious@CYBERMESA.COM writes: << I didn't do the return hose, it seemed...
• Re: R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - brady
  Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:03:57 -0700
  ...By > blocking the two hoses all coolant now goes to the radiator before > returning to the engine. With the heater core in the circuit...
• Re: Hot Foot well
  Historical mailing list - Gene P
  Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:10:06 -0700
  ...Minor point, just to make it a little easier – That valve is inline in one of those hoses, the return I think. I don...
• Re: Hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 29 May 2011 14:19:43 -0400
  ...Though Gowesty has you connecting the two unused hoses together, this is a silly idea, as it injects hot coolant into the radiator return...
• Re: R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:19:13 -0600
  ...By > blocking the two hoses all coolant now goes to the radiator before > returning to the engine. With the heater core in the circuit...
• Re: Debugging air leaks in a Diesel
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Sun, 12 Jun 2011 22:18:02 -0700
  ...I have replaced all the rubber hoses for the injector return lines (the usual suspects). Then I disconnected the fuel; in and return lines...
• Re: What's up with silicone coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 14 Mar 2020 18:26:31 -0400
  So, are these the return hoses only? You still use Stainless or plastic for the pipes from engine to radiator? Eric > On Mar 14...
• Re: P-Trap hose length
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:09:10 -0800
  I did compare the hose length of the one I received from the bus depot to the picture on Go Westy site, and yes...
• Re: LEAKING POWER STEERING LINE
  Historical mailing list - John Wallace
  Thu, 28 Oct 2004 07:19:59 -0400
  ...writes: >On the return line (the one that goes to the reservoir at the back), yes >you can splice in hose. >I got some...
• power steering
  Historical mailing list - jeff crane
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 16:53:07 -0400
  ...on the return at the reservoir should eliminate this possible cause. The steel line can be crimped or the rubber hose can be collapsed...
• Remote Oil Filter/Oil Cooler Hose
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 3 Oct 2000 13:19:47 -0400
  What kind of hose is suggested for installing a remote oil filter and/or an external oil cooler on a 1.9l wbx? What...
• Re: What are your experiences with Silicone Coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:52:06 -0400
  ...service? (rad supply goes to rad return; rad return goes to rad supply). Too clever? New heater hoses would simply be preferable? g On...
• Re: Power Steering Hoses - Condelli
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Tue, 26 Aug 2003 23:42:27 -0400
  ...I bought a return low pressure hose from a local hydraulic shop. Costs about $40. There is no need for any special ends for...
• Re: '82 Westy Diesel Intro + Injector / Timing Belt / GeneralQuestions
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 27 Aug 2001 12:40:49 -0700
  ...I now carry spare end plugs (little rubber cap, about $1) and return line hose, after having leaks appear 3 times over the past...
• is return to tank high pressure line?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Tue, 1 Aug 2000 23:00:34 EDT
  Hello all-- Is the return line to the gas tank on an 83.5 Westy a high pressure line? I concerned particularly with the...
• Re: Flush & Fill & Fan Switch questions
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 1 Aug 2002 14:58:23 -0300
  ...So how does this "Tee" method flush the long return hose from the radiator to the thermostat???? Again, I suggest removing the thermostat and...
• Re: vanagon power steering lines
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Fri, 4 Apr 2003 21:10:53 -0800
  ...They gave me hydraulic hose for the return line, but I recall seeing the rating as somewhat higher than the output spec of the...
• Re: Very Sudden Coolant Leak URGENT!
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Thu, 2 May 2002 19:45:05 -0700
  ...than anywhere else. > > Also, the incoming hot coolant hose is quite hot, > but the return hose is > still ice cold. > > I'm thinking it...
• Radiator performance and replacement
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Thu, 6 Oct 2011 11:19:06 -0400
  ...On returning to NC, I strapped thermocouples on the hoses leading to and from the radiator to monitor cooling system reserve capacity while driving...
• Re: power steering reservoir
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 3 Nov 2005 16:23:36 -0500
  ...and is high pressure hose( will your filter take this pressure anyway?).I think the return line uses a hose clamp on the resivour...
• heater hose help
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Brobst
  Thu, 30 Oct 2003 22:26:10 -0500
  ...It's complement (feed/return?) hose runs from the adjacent tee to the steel pipe that runs across the top of the engine from...
• Re: Fuel Rails on Stock WBX
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 13 May 2008 08:57:47 -0700
  ...fuel hoses went directly to each > injector. Of course, you could NOT do that on both sides as you still > need a return path...
• Re: R rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:35:39 -0600
  ...to get a >> length of >> high temp hose and fasten it between the send and return hoses you >> speak of. >> Creating a loop so...
• Re: Aaaaargh! Brake failure (long)
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 10:28:51 EDT
  ...1's where the front hoses were deteriorated inside so badly that they kept the brake fluid from returning to the reservoir. The symptom...
• Re: Fuel Hose question
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Wed, 16 Feb 2005 21:25:10 -0700
  ...Od/id of the fuel hose that goes from the fuel filter >> to the engine (same as the return to tank line) in my...
• Re: power steering line in engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:29:01 -0700
  ...the low pressure return pipe and hose have a simple hose clamp holding the hose onto the pipe. if that pipe is the leaking...
• Re: Pressure bleeding brakes questions
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 2 Sep 2019 10:49:46 -0700
  ...I had one brake hose (passenger front) failed internally and there's no return fluid... and the brake smoked a lot... so hot that...