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• Re: Front suspension Shim question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:26:55 -0500
  ...We also trusted the heavy duty spring compressor more and really compress that spring. This allowed for a better removal and more importantly an...
• Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Tue, 11 Mar 2014 13:13:23 -0500
  ...I have a couple different spring compressors but this is one > of my favorites. This looks same as mine but I have a different...
• Re: Radius Rod Installation
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Fri, 14 Jul 2017 07:23:32 -0400
  ...Then use a spring compressor to install the springs. It's been many years since I installed springs with a spring compressor, so I...
• Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Tue, 11 Mar 2014 12:28:05 -0400
  It's also important (after safety) is not to tear up the powder coating on the springs. I have a couple different spring compressors...
• Re: Changing Rear Syncro Springs
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 22 Sep 2005 18:43:04 -0700
  You can do it without spring compressors, but you really should have them to make it nicer. No need to remove the drive shafts...
• Installing New Coil Springs Ques?
  Historical mailing list - James R. Wetzel
  Fri, 11 Sep 1998 05:13:01 -0400
  ...Specifically, do you have to have a compressor for the springs, especially the new ones or is there some other trick? Must you disconnect...
• syncro: removing front shocks
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Mon, 13 Oct 2003 15:12:06 -0400
  ...the spring?  or is there not enough clearance without compressing the spring.  basically i do not have a spring compressor and can...
• Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Tue, 1 Mar 2011 12:37:40 -0500
  Does anyone near Brookville/Dayton Ohio zip 45309 have a ring compressor available to rent/borrow for a while? The manuals show a special...
• Re: Saggy Westy Rear
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 05:02:50 -0700
  ...I used a spring compressor to make room for the shim...A cheap-o one from a chain autoparts store, the spring compressor... Don...
• Re: AC compressor question...
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 20:07:57 -0500
  ...Compressor was shot and I wasn't going to work on it until this coming spring. I just cut through the belt (old any...
• Re: Rear Coils Spring Removal
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:31:49 -0600
  On Mar 25, 2012, at 11:48 AM, J Stewart wrote: > Basically, how? External spring compressor I bought at Auto Zone won't compress...
• Re: Spring Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Fri, 27 Mar 2015 09:31:56 -0600
  ...I installed a set > of Steve Schwenck's springs on my '84 Westy without a > compressor. The fronts were a little tight, but nothing...
• Re: throttle valve cable spring installation
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 22 Oct 2002 09:42:30 -0500
  ...The > spring is so small compared to most spring compressor tools. > > Does anyone have any tips on how to get the spring back on...
• Re: Radius Rod Installation
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 14 Jul 2017 09:01:11 -0400
  ...Then use a spring compressor to install the springs. > It's been many years since I installed springs with a spring compressor, so > I...
• Vanagon air springs?
  Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
  Tue, 11 Jan 2000 08:51:24 -0800
  ...Volkswagen Van AIRLIFT Air Spring Applications YEAR MODEL REAR KIT COMPRESSOR SYSTEM 85-98 Van Outback Special 60789 $69.95 25592 $109.95 65789...
• AC Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Finn Runyon
  Sun, 8 Jul 2012 21:09:47 -0600
  I recently had an ear brake off the compressor of my 87. I had broken off one of the bolts in the compressor mount...
• Re: [Syncro] air suspension group purchase - FREE SHIPPING!!!
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Tue, 5 Dec 2000 17:45:24 -0800
  ...Definitely worth purchasing, with or > without the compressor. Ron, what would be the advantage of having these if I already have Steve's springs...
• Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Tue, 11 Mar 2014 04:45:50 -0500
  ...If one pops off it could kill you: > > http://www.harborfreight.com/macpherson-strut-spring-compressor-set-61654.ht > ml#.Ux5ilflr6M4 > > Stuart > > -----Original Message...
• Re: Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 1 Mar 2011 14:42:16 -0500
  You can use a regular ring compressor. Install the pistons into the bottom of the cylinders leaviing the pin bore just below the cylinder...
• Re: how does this work?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 15 Nov 2006 16:16:27 -0800
  > how does this work? I've never actually used a valve spring compressor before, but I have a big mouth and like to guess...
• Re: Sagging on one side - Westys
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 13:55:39 -0700
  ...So, what would happen if I got a spring compressor and swapped the springs left to right? The weaker left springs would go on...
• air cond compressor and water temp sender
  Historical mailing list - .
  Mon, 17 Jun 1996 10:57:15
  ...Now I'm told the compressor is shot. What happened? 2. VW says the water temp sender is the small one on the back...
• A/C hose
  Historical mailing list - Chris Snyder
  Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:19:43 EDT
  The low side (Suction) hose where it comes off the compressor and goes behind the left plastic pillar up to the eveloptor blew out...
• Re: A/C Basic Path of Flow?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 23 May 2005 11:30:33 -0400
  ...Dont worry, you just have to recharge every spring about 1 pound. New compressors have a shelf life of 18 months because of this...
• Re: Air Lift & springs
  Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
  Fri, 14 Jan 2000 12:34:32 -0800
  ...Then you'll have to go to a gas station or use an external compressor to inflate the springs. You can also install an...
• sanden sd508 vs sd709
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Lubin
  Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:39:11 -0500
  ...But, if someone convinces me that the SD-709 is a MUCH better compressor, then I might be inclined to spring for a remanufactured...
• FS: Airlift airbags & compressor kit
  Historical mailing list - John Silverman
  Sun, 30 Dec 2001 19:19:12 -0700
  About a year ago, I bought through Peter Beuttner's group purchase, an Airlift airbag and compressor/controller/gauge setup. This is the entire...
• Re: How to convert to 134?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 7 May 2008 03:50:05 -0400
  ...the compressor to come on without hotwiring it. So the systems sit all winter until we turn them on in the spring and by...
• Re: Radius Rod Installation
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Fri, 14 Jul 2017 09:53:50 -0400
  ...Then use a spring compressor to install the springs. >> It's been many years since I installed springs with a spring compressor, >> so >> I...
• Re: GoWesty 2WD lift spring install advice
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 1 Sep 2011 02:19:09 -0700
  ...I have threaded hook type spring compressors. 3 of them ... with those on a coil spring and screwed down ...then you can control them...
• Re: Radius Rod Installation
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Spragge
  Thu, 13 Jul 2017 10:55:40 -0700
  Instead of compressing the passenger spring with a spring compressor, maybe try loading weight onto the passenger seat until the rod lines up. Not...
• valve spring compressor tool advice?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Tue, 7 Apr 2009 22:51:56 -0400
  ...What have you used with good results to remove the valve keepers? Generic "C Clamp" valve spring tool http://www.zdmak.com/wbstore/main...
• Tools
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Wed, 17 Sep 1997 21:34:09 -0000
  Does anyone have any recommendations for valve spring compressors and coolant system pressure testers? Thanks, ___________________________________________________________________________ Bob O'Shaughnessy 84GL, 85GL project (Mine) 82 Diesel...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 22:45:00 -0500
  Didn't you read the reply from Evan that said that you don't need a spring compressor? Mike B. -----Original Message----- From: C...
• Re: Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Wed, 2 Mar 2011 08:59:05 -0500
  ...Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area? You can use a regular ring compressor. Install the pistons into the bottom of the cylinders leaviing...
• Re: Sagging on one side - Westys
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 14:31:01 -0700
  ...springs have sagged a bit because of the extra >weight. >So, what would happen if I got a spring compressor and swapped the >springs...
• [Fwd: Installing New Coil Springs Ques?]
  Historical mailing list - James R. Wetzel
  Sat, 12 Sep 1998 04:31:59 -0400
  ...Specifically, do you have to have a compressor for the springs, especially the new ones or is there some other trick? Must you disconnect...
• AC Compressor Kaput!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 30 Mar 2004 12:50:24 -0600
  Checking things getting ready for spring, I have discovered the mount portion of the cast aluminum housing of my compressor has broken. There is...
• Selling 86 syncro
  Historical mailing list - .
  Sat, 20 Jul 1996 20:26:13
  ...replaced a/c compressor, roof vent, oil sensors. normal NE rust. $9000. Sherwin Sherwin Kaufman Spring Valley, New York 86 Westfalia Syncro sherwin@gnn...
• Re: throttle valve cable spring installation
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Tue, 22 Oct 2002 13:07:20 -0400
  ...The > > spring is so small compared to most spring compressor tools. > > > > Does anyone have any tips on how to get the spring back on...
• idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - .
  Sun, 21 Jul 1996 10:34:44
  Just had a new condenser and a compressor installed the a/c. The idle stabilizer isn't working and when I stop the engine...
• AC questions - 1984 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Tue, 7 Jul 2020 16:55:09 -0400
  ...compressor). The system worked wonderful, only needed to add a � pound of 134a last summer to get ice-cold air again. This spring, the...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Joel
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 17:39:33 -0800
  ...you install your Bilstein's yourself or have them put on? > Spring compressor? I've got 'em but haven't put them on yet...
• Re: Air lift best rear spring bags
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Mon, 7 Sep 2015 08:59:11 -0400
  ...https://www.airliftcompany.com/shop/60789/ There are also compressor systems available if you prefer to adjust on the fly. On Mon, Sep 7...
• Fwd: Rear Coils Spring Removal
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 12:49:52 -0600
  Begin forwarded message: > On Mar 25, 2012, at 11:48 AM, J Stewart wrote: > >> Basically, how? External spring compressor I bought at Auto Zone...
• Re: Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 3 Mar 2011 14:28:14 -0500
  ...Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area? You can use a regular ring compressor. Install the pistons into the bottom of the cylinders leaviing...
• Shock/strut replacement
  Historical mailing list - frank furter
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 10:23:14 -0800
  ...Do I need a spring compressor or anything like that? Thanks == Mark 87 Westfalia Gl 84 Scirocco 8v http://members.tripod.com/~jehanno _________________________________________________________ DO...
• a/c refurbished (long)
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Mon, 20 Apr 1998 10:49:11 -0400
  ...Naturally this unpleasant news put me in serious denial and I put off repairs till this spring because the compressor was still working at...
• Re: AC 134a refrigerant leak down
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Tue, 7 May 2013 16:21:45 -0600
  ...My AC, which was rebuilt last year after the compressor self-destructed, worked fine, but this spring it did not. They quickly identified a...
• Re: Heads/Cylinders somewhat naive question!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 28 Mar 2000 06:19:03 EST
  ...will need to use a spring compressor to get the cylinders back on. >> That should read RING compressor ! Sorry it was late and my...
• '86 Syncro front shocks/rotors - Replacement Report
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 14 Jul 1996 21:23:12 -0500
  ...Placed jack under lower ball jt, and compressed spring as much as possible, then attached spring compressor and compressed spring a little more. It...
• Re: [Syncro] air suspension group purchase - FREE SHIPPING!!!
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Tue, 5 Dec 2000 22:57:04 -0800
  ...Definitely worth purchasing, with or >> without the compressor. > >Ron, >what would be the advantage of having these if I already have Steve's >springs...
• Re: rotten idle surge -- a thought
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sat, 11 May 2002 23:34:28 -0500
  I had to adjust my AFM spring tension to a richer open loop mixture to get my surging to stop. My spring is backed...
• A/C compressor
  Historical mailing list - C Snyder
  Sat, 25 Jun 2022 18:24:02 +0000
  ...compressor to run. System is full of 134-A  The A/C was working fine after adding Freon which I have do every spring...
• '86 Syncro front shocks/rotors - Replacement Report
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 Jul 1996 14:58:57 -0500
  ...Placed jack under lower ball jt, and compressed spring as much as possible, then attached spring compressor and compressed spring a little more. It...
• FS: 1984 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Karl Batzler
  Thu, 27 May 1999 14:28:29 -0700
  ...A/C installed but compressor missing. Asking $2,495.00 obo. Let me know. Van is in the Palm Springs Area. TIA Karl Batzler...
• AC Compressors
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Tue, 31 Jul 2007 19:41:00 -0700
  ...I can't fault the guy because I supplied the compressor and he charged me next to nothing for all the parts he supplied...
• Air Suspension Meeting
  Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
  Tue, 23 May 2000 09:19:11 -0700
  ...It also helps with worn/sagging coil springs. For this system a compressor is optional. The air bags can be pressurized with a regular...
• Change Springs w/o pulling head!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 Jun 94 18:01:41 CDT
  ...What power of compressor is needed? I have >: seen 12V compressors advertised (JC Whitney) for <$50 which claim >: 260psi and 3.5min. to inflate...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 5 Aug 2015 05:11:39 -0400
  No spring compressor needed to replace the front shocks. They just drop out the bottom once the top and bottom connections are undone. You...