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• Re: Oil Cooler
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 27 Jul 2009 23:20:34 -0400
  ...Once you remove the threaded pipe, you can insert the o-ring between the cooler and block then re-assemble by reversing the procedure...
• Westfalia owners
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 31 Aug 2004 20:04:25 -0400
  ...Add a reversing valve and presto, you have a heat pump! I will try and get more details if anyone is interested. http://www...
• Re: brighter tail lights - again
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 31 May 2005 22:31:33 +1200
  ...great for reversing... and telling following morons to dip their lights! One f-wit refused to dip, so I left it on for perhaps...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows fish
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 29 Jan 2003 09:00:45 EST
  In a message dated 1/28/03 10:18:03 PM Pacific Standard Time, JordanVw writes: << hell yea benny, that 50 bucks i made...
• Addendum to trip report: tunes
  Historical mailing list - Mark L. Hineline
  Mon, 21 Feb 2011 12:26:09 -0800
  ...My iPod is connected to one of those wired cassette adapters, but it kept reversing. Drove me crazy. I later figured out that the...
• Re: CV joint question and parts request.
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Tue, 3 Mar 1998 15:30:03 -0500
  ...be too late. This works only as >a preventative maintenance measure. Reversing makes the opposite areas in the >joints take the load. If the...
• Re: New iginition coil behavior
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 30 Aug 2021 10:33:07 -0700
  ...prongs post) are reversed, > the > > van cranks but won't start. Reversing the 2 black wires at the 3 prongs > > post doesn't do...
• '76 Bus Fuel Injection Question
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 28 Apr 1996 23:48:51
  ...Tried reversing the 3 & 4 injector wiring, just for the heck of it. Also checked the standard stuff (points, plugs, compression, etc.), which is...
• Re: noisy fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Wed, 7 Apr 2004 12:55:03 -0400
  ...deeply grooved > > from > > wear. > > Reversing the pump apparantely helps the brushed make better contact? > > > > Robert > > Not a chance Robert. Reversing the pump runs it...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows fish
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 29 Jan 2003 11:19:38 -0800
  But only you did, you pagan heathen and other names like that that I can't think of right now. Mike On 1/29...
• Re: Z-bed shift to the port bulkhead
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 15 Jul 2015 22:06:27 -0500
  ...tank > and all that jazz is it just a matter of reversing the position of some of > the framework and moving it over or...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows fish
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Wed, 29 Jan 2003 00:33:21 EST
  In a message dated 1/28/03 8:39:02 PM Pacific Standard Time, JordanVw writes: << No, only if you've BenT the frame...
• Re: removing side window & saving seals
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 18 Oct 2004 12:30:33 -0400
  At 19:39 10/17/2004, Peter Lackner wrote: >I'm thinking of switching and reversing those windows on my '90 Wessi to >have...
• Re: CV Joint Question
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 18 Apr 2011 21:14:07 -0400
  ...Just flipping a shaft end-for-end (or moving CVs between ends, reversing the direction of movement) doesn't change the direction of load...
• Trailer light converter.
  Historical mailing list - VWRuss
  Sun, 2 Jan 2000 07:47:30 -0500
  ...I swapped the connections reversing the blinkers and the problem migrated to the left. With the help of my pal Greg, a better electronics...
• Re: ? 094 Tranny or Spark Gap X-mitter ?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Fri, 2 Nov 2001 01:14:29 EST
  In a message dated 11/2/01 12:33:56 AM, andrew.grebneff@STONEBOW.OTAGO.AC.NZ writes: << Could it be that your reversinglight...
• FS: Manuals, Bentley and Russek; chrome hubcaps; subaru coolant manifold
  Historical mailing list - Tim in Seattle
  Mon, 14 Aug 2006 00:34:37 -0700
  ...I realize this is an odd one -- maybe you screwed up when reversing or just want something to practice on. I've kept it...
• Re: Power Window Wires
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 6 Sep 2017 07:42:03 -0400
  If you are using the wires that go directly to the motor, up/down is determined by reversing plus and minus. No connection to...
• Re: backup light wiring
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:06:21 -0400
  I have had exactly this happen where reversing the wires made it work. No idea why. Glad it works! -craig On Jul 26, 2012...
• reverse light woes
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 19 Mar 1990 10:40:31 -0500
  ...Replace switch -----------------> No reversing lights !!!! AAAAAARRRRRRGGGGHHHHHH! Now im thinking there must be something wrong in the trans with the shaft hitting the switch. Last...
• Seat Swap
  Historical mailing list - Allen Hill
  Wed, 12 Jul 2006 11:32:36 -0500
  ...I asked about a month or so ago about reversing the second seat, and was able to do so but that did not work...
• Vanagon rear lights and the pathetic headlights
  Historical mailing list - David M
  Fri, 17 Dec 2010 12:59:56 -0800
  ...I went with 23W bulbs for the stop and reversing lights and 10W bulbs for the tail lights. Cleaning the rear lenses also helped...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 28 Jan 2003 09:20:07 -0500
  On Tue, 28 Jan 2003, George Goff wrote: > In a message dated 1/27/03 11:53:44 PM, macmillan@ATTBI.COM writes: > > << I...
• Reversibility, was REAR DISCS
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Tue, 28 Dec 1999 12:05:23 +0100
  ...of the brackets..of course). > I just want the > option of reversing any work I do, just in case. Anyway, so much for my...
• Re: heater core & fan replaced 91 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 14 Jul 2013 17:07:36 -0400
  ...As I said, yes you can change the rotation by reversing the connections. The blower *will* have better output if it's turning in...
• Re: Need high wattage brake light bulb part number
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 25 May 2009 12:29:28 -0400
  I'm not sure if they are the same bulbs but I got "extra bright" reversing bulbs from Dan Stern (danielsternlighting.com) he can...
• Maine Vacations
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Jul 1995 20:57:17 -0500
  ...John (do see the reversing falls). The ferry from St. J to Novi is an hour or two, and quite cheap if memory serves...
• Re: vacuum bleeding?
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Tue, 2 Mar 2004 10:41:08 -0500
  ...but that was before reversing it. Dont need to do that now. 2nd, bleed the radiator. give the bus a rocking motion, till the...
• Syncro "binds" in tight turns
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 30 Mar 1997 12:36:52 -0500 (EST)
  ...1) In tight turns such as parking, reversing out of driveways, U-turns etc., there is great resistance to motion. It feels as if...
• Re: User friendly fuels (was you fixed it..)
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 17 Mar 2004 22:53:06 -0500
  ...Airplanes can't back up, and ships can carry smaller reversing turbines. David Brodbeck, N8SRE '82 Volkswagen Diesel Westfalia '86 Volvo 240DL wagon
• Re: reversing sliding side windows
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 28 Jan 2003 07:33:59 EST
  In a message dated 1/27/03 11:53:44 PM, macmillan@ATTBI.COM writes: << I've thought about this before for the primary...
• Re: Buzzer of Death (2.1)
  Historical mailing list - Nigel Bennett
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 14:52:10 +0200
  ...Sometimes reversing causes things to vibrate differently! It's easy just to slide a silicon sleeve over the wires if it's just insulation...
• reversing sliding side windows
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 27 Jan 2003 20:43:33 -0800
  I've thought about this before for the primary benefit of being able to leave the windows open an inch or so to ventilate...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows fish
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 28 Jan 2003 23:39:02 EST
  In a message dated 1/28/03 3:26:49 PM Eastern Standard Time, BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM writes: > << Dumb question... but are the sliding...
• Re: cv-joints: Constant Velocity Marihuana?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 8 Jul 94 11:00:12 EDT
  ...flipping/reversing should extend the life of the joint for a while longer. > 6. bolts can be a bitch to get out. best to...
• Re: stripping the undercarriage
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 23 Apr 1995 15:53:33 -0300
  ...will slowly lean over and you end up flailing the surface. Reversing bends them back and gets a new cutting edge at the ends...
• Re: cv-joints: Constant Velocity Marihuana?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 8 Jul 94 10:33:29 EDT
  ...flipping/reversing should extend the life of the joint for a while longer. > 6. bolts can be a bitch to get out. best to...
• Re: Middle window, Reversing sides
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Wed, 19 Aug 2015 17:33:21 -0700
  Well, I still think finding a waterproofing method for the scoop effect is better than having an accessible Vanagon any day. Thanks to this...
• Re: AC update
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 18:35:53 -0700
  ...Apparently reversing > the compressor connections ruptured something incide the receiver/dryer and > we have little pellets of dessicant blocking the system. Don't know...
• Re: exhaust question
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 6 Apr 2010 07:37:00 -0400
  ...Then it lost power when i was reversing. Drove home fine > after two restarts though. > I'm guessing it's probably the Catalytic converter...
• Re: '76 Bus Fuel Injection Question
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 4 May 1996 09:39:01 -0400
  ...Tried reversing the >3 & 4 injector wiring, just for the heck of it. >Also checked the standard stuff (points, plugs, compression, etc.), >which is...
• Re: The SECRET...Never break another stud, nor round a bolt head.
  Historical mailing list - Paul Schiemer
  Fri, 10 Dec 1999 23:34:05 -0400
  ...Seems that when I apply a light opposite torque to a stubborn nut or bolt just before flipping the ratchet switch, or reversing the...
• Re: exhaust question
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:45:16 -0400
  ...Then it lost power when i was reversing. Drove home fine after two restarts though. I'm guessing it's probably the Catalytic converter...
• Re: Limited Vanagon content: using reverse running transaxles
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 23 Nov 1998 19:18:23 -0800
  ...Rather than reversing the engine, simply flop >the final drive, or, if the tranny case won't allow this without a lot of >machining...
• cleaning fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Sun, 2 Apr 2006 00:04:33 -0500
  ...new filter (had a nearly full tank) I decided to try reversing the electrical connections on the pump. After a brief crank over and...
• Re: Stopping to pick up my daughter at kindergart en, I found out that the topic of show and tell t hat day had been parents' occupations. The teach er pulled me aside. Whispering, she advised, "You might want to explain a little bit more to your daughter what you do for a living." I work as a training consultant and often conduct my seminars in motel conference rooms. When I asked why, the teacher explained, "Your daughter told the class she wasn't sure what you did, but said you got d ressed real pretty and went to work at motels." � ______________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________ Computers are like air conditioners. They work fine until you start open ing windows �
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 7 Apr 2004 10:21:26 -0600
  ...deeply grooved > from > wear. > Reversing the pump apparantely helps the brushed make better contact? > > Robert > Not a chance Robert. Reversing the pump runs it...
• Re: CV source
  Historical mailing list
  19 Feb 97 09:01:07 PST
  CV's again - > I've also been told, for > you really cheap volks, that you could try reversing the shaft on the > bus so...
• Re: New iginition coil behavior
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 30 Aug 2021 10:51:57 -0700
  ...prongs post) are reversed, >> the >> > van cranks but won't start. Reversing the 2 black wires at the 3 prongs >> > post doesn't do...
• Re: Z-bed shift to the port bulkhead
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 15 Jul 2015 23:27:13 -0400
  ...tank >> and all that jazz is it just a matter of reversing the position of some of >> the framework and moving it over or...
• Re: Seat Swap
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 12 Jul 2006 11:43:35 -0500
  ...I asked about a month or so > ago about > reversing the second seat, and was able to do so but that did not > work...
• Re: AC update
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 20:18:36 -0700
  ...Apparently reversing > the compressor connections ruptured something incide the receiver/dryer > and > we have little pellets of dessicant blocking the system. Don't know...
• Identifying ECUs
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Sat, 2 Aug 2008 15:27:07 -0700
  ...either blow it up, or it makes the engine run backwards (reversing the flow of time?), or a bad smell or something. How many...
• Leaky front heater valve?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 29 Aug 2006 07:02:20 -0700
  ...How much does it have to leak to be a problem? Is there some other explanation? Could reversing the flow from the engine cause...
• Re: aux back up light installed
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 1 Jun 2011 20:23:56 -0700
  ...It would make late night > campsite reversing safer. > > Chris. > > Wysłane z iPhone'a > > Dnia Jun 1, 2011 o godz. 17:29 Alistair Bell <albell...
• Re: Hella E-Codes vs. Vision Plus?
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Tue, 9 Dec 2008 13:26:57 -0800
  ...http://www.dimebank.com/Light-up.html Some thoughts on rear fog lights include rewiring the pitiful excuses for reversing (back-up) lights to...
• Re: Anyone want my 92 Vanagon V6 TDI?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 19 Oct 2007 13:36:20 -0400
  ...therefore be retrofitted to our vans? There has been talk of reversing the subaru AWD system but it tends to all come up short...
• Re: GNATT tour update (small)
  Historical mailing list - Richard
  Wed, 05 Apr 95 10:16:51 EDT
  I posted about reversing the path of the Western leg, and got several > enthusiastic responses, and almost no negative ones. Therefore, unless > a bunch...
• Re: Syncro "binds" in tight turns
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Mar 1997 19:30:48 -0500 (EST)
  In a message dated 97-03-30 12:40:19 EST, JoErnest@aol.com writes: > 1) In tight turns such as parking, reversing out...
• Re: ? 094 Tranny or Spark Gap X-mitter ?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 2 Nov 2001 18:23:45 +1200
  ...this bump in the ether? > >Rich Could it be that your reversinglight switch is being activated momentarily during the shift? -- Andrew Grebneff 165 EvansSt...
• Re: CV Shafts - 86 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sun, 17 Jan 1999 16:47:36 -0500
  ...and outers are the same. The shafts are also the same. Reversing them may increase the lifespan of the CV's by distributing the...