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• Re: Tranny update: flywheel off
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 30 Mar 2003 16:29:08 -0600
  ...Looks like one spring is broke. I also >found two split washers in the bellhousing yesterday when the tranny came >out. Though it strange...
• Re: '84 anti-sway bar down-link nut success
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 4 Mar 2012 22:26:49 -0500
  ...washers switched around. > >I will address the radius rod mounts.� I appreciate your effort to take a look at things.� Thank you. > >New springs...
• Re: radius arm hole looks awefully wonky.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:33:51 -0800
  ...On 1/21/2013 7:26 PM, Larry Alofs wrote: > The link seems to yield a page with washers of many different sizes. > > Larry...
• Re: Radius Rod Installation
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 13 Jul 2017 21:45:50 -0400
  ...My old hardware had > > flat washers; the ones in the kit are cupped. Does the concave side of > the > > washers point toward the bushing...
• noisy lifters
  Historical mailing list - John Lunetta
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 20:02:24 -0400
  ...I found that one of the wavy spring washers was broken. This caused the rocker to move back and forth on the shaft which...
• Re: '84 anti-sway bar down-link nut success
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:10:54 -0400
  ...washers switched around. > >I will address the radius rod mounts. I appreciate your effort to take a look at things. Thank you. > >New springs...
• Re: Minimal Heat (2.1)
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:29:32 -0500
  ...You really don't want to break them loose! If you can get 4 M6x18 mm Stainless steel bolts and spring washers use those...
• Re: Pre-loading Rear Suspension and P ogo-sticks
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Tue, 30 Jun 1998 20:30:16 -0700
  ...because you are a mechanical dude, you want your pogo to ride higher, so > you put some washers in the pogo between the spring...
• Re: spacers and sproings
  Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
  Wed, 1 Jul 1998 13:21:02 -0600
  ...If I have a spring, and I stick a piece of threaded rod through it and assemble together some washers and nuts and such...
• Re: Lifted Vanagon - too much negative camber on front wheels no matter what
  Historical mailing list - Walt Oliver
  Thu, 19 Oct 2006 10:40:07 -0400
  ...I replaced the radius rod bushings, along with springs, shocks, and every last piece of rubber in the front & rear suspension. I'll check...
• Re: Control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
  Wed, 26 Jan 2000 15:49:43 -0800
  ...Power brush all the metal washers to remove corrosion. If they are pitted, replace them. Do not use a $29.95 coil spring compresser...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:13:39 -0700
  ...I guess I was thinking of raised suspension via spacers/springs etc. alistair On 2011-08-31, at 1:58 PM, Mike S wrote...
• Re: Pre-loading Rear Suspension and P ogo-sticks
  Historical mailing list - kenstich
  Tue, 30 Jun 1998 21:05:20 -0600
  ...because you are a mechanical dude, you want your pogo to ride higher, so you put some washers in the pogo between the spring...
• Re: Sagging on one side - Westys
  Historical mailing list - harald.nancy
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 20:29:28 -0700
  ...I used the upper spring seat as a pattern and cut a round spacer of the same size, with a hole of the same...
• Re: radius arm hole looks awefully wonky.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 21 Jan 2013 22:57:54 -0500
  ...The link seems to yield a page with washers of many different sizes. Larry A. On Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 8:47 PM...
• Rear Brake Shoe Design Questions
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Fri, 1 May 2009 19:01:24 -0800
  ...I wanted to order my washers ahead of time, because that certainly is not a stock item where I live. How Scott (tubrovan's...
• 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: Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 08:18:35 -0500
  ...In the meantime - I'm putting in regular bolts and nuts - lock washer under the nut and spring washers under the head. The old...
• Re: squeeks
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 15:54:38 -0700
  ...My front end squeaks quit after I replaced my front springs with a pair with much lower mileage. Front end guy said all of...
• Re: '84 anti-sway bar down-link nut success
  Historical mailing list - Skip
  Sat, 10 Mar 2012 14:48:16 +0000
  ...washers switched around. > >I will address the radius rod mounts. I appreciate your effort to take a look at things. Thank you. > >New springs...
• Re: Lifted Vanagon - too much negative camber on front wheels no matter what
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 Oct 2006 19:19:54 -0400
  Eccentric washers won't help. Not enough room in the tube for the control arm bolt to travel that far. Wait a few weeks...
• CV Joint installation on half shaft
  Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
  Tue, 7 Dec 1999 04:25:06 -0800
  ...It included CKN joints, 80 gr of MOS2 grease, Lobro boots kit, w/hardware {12-point-bolts WITHOUT lock washers, crimping bands, circlips, and...
• Re: Eurovan Shock replacement info
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:18:28 -0700
  ...I still didn't see the torsion spring referred to - but supported the a-arm just in case. I looked but could not find...
• Re: 85 vanagon with a saggy butt
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:36:53 -0700
  ...Take the big round rubber doughnut (or upper spring seat) and use that as a pattern to cut some washers from the vinyl board...
• Re: '84 anti-sway bar down-link nut success
  Historical mailing list - Skip
  Mon, 5 Mar 2012 03:10:41 +0000
  ...washers switched around. >> >> I will address the radius rod mounts. I appreciate your effort to take a look at things. Thank you. >> >> New springs...
• Maybe dirt bikes have different springs? Was Re: spacers and sproings
  Historical mailing list - David Bayer
  Wed, 1 Jul 1998 14:01:51 -0700
  ...If I have a spring, and I >| stick a piece of threaded rod through it and assemble together >| some washers and nuts and such...
• Re: Brake booster woes.
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 09:18:05 -0400
  ...The assembled brake shoes/spring/drum effectively captures the pivot points and included washers. I based the number of washers I used on two...
• 2.1 Exhaust. P. 26.9 Bentley: "5 Diaphragm Springs" ?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 7 May 2012 10:15:49 -0700
  ...I guess by now, people aren't using them Have people found any issues (fasteners coming loose?) using just bolts, washers, nuts, at union...
• Re: '85 Ignition Control Unit - part numbers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:33:53 -0400
  ...The heat sink is a separate p/n; the controller is bolted to it with M4x18 machine screws and spring washers. As to the...
• Re: stripped oil drain thread
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Mon, 17 Jul 2006 07:48:30 -0700
  ...far). > My experience with an oversized plug and one, then 2, washers lasted > only a few oil changes. I'll just add a great...
• Re: Control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Wed, 26 Jan 2000 14:08:55 -0800
  ...Power brush all the metal washers to remove corrosion. If they are pitted, replace them. Do not use a $29.95 coil spring compresser...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Sat, 6 Dec 2008 15:56:17 -0800
  1) in the back, its just the springs, in the front its the whoile syncro subframe 2)) in the rear you can lift just...
• Re: Syncro springs and shocks (long)
  Historical mailing list - harald.nancy
  Sat, 4 Oct 1997 10:38:35 -0700
  To Harry Can't you install some washers over the rear springs on your syncro? That's how I leveled my '90 westy 2...
• broken alternator brackets
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Thu, 15 Feb 2001 00:18:00 -0600
  ...minimize stress on the bracket. ( I used rocker arm shims ) But spring washers work as well, they look like they are warped and are...
• Cutting bumpstops on lowered 88 2wd Doka with H&R springs
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 9 Jun 2008 21:58:09 -0700
  We have all heard how harsh the ride is on lowered Vanagons which use the H&R purple springs. At the suggestion of someone...
• Re: Control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Wed, 26 Jan 2000 16:25:31 -0800
  ...Power brush all the metal washers to remove corrosion. If they are pitted, replace them. Do not use a $29.95 coil spring compresser...
• Re: Front washer problem
  Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
  Sat, 5 Feb 2000 08:09:45 -0800
  ...steel washers and strips of stainless steel to augment the bolts holding on the broken edges of the tank. Tom Hanlon Palm Springs, CA...
• Aluminum 82' DV Oil Filler Tube - 1 Left!
  Historical mailing list - William D. Pool
  Sat, 11 Jun 2016 21:53:02 -0700
  ...the following besides the oil-filler tube :) > > Mounting hardware; new screws/washers to make a like new bond: http://etka.cc/vw/part_single...
• Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 6 Dec 2008 17:29:24 -0600
  ...I also don't want to do the air bladder thing inside the existing springs. 1. What makes the Syncro sit higher than the...
• The Bus Stop, torque wrenches, type IV parts, buying a bus
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 May 1995 19:48:51 -0700
  ...On the subject of type IVs, the Porsche dealers had German- made oil-change kits, two copper washers, plated with some white metal (Silver...
• Re: Torque wrenches
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 23 Mar 2015 17:46:20 -0400
  ...When selecting fasteners, nuts, bolts, and washers need to be matched. No sense having strong bolts if the washers dish out letting the connection...
• Re: 85 vanagon with a saggy butt
  Historical mailing list - Mark Upton
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 18:58:40 -0400
  ...the springs. >Take the big round rubber doughnut (or upper spring seat) >and use that as a pattern to cut some washers from the...
• Re: '64 Deluxe Engine #?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Jun 1996 03:58:08 -0400
  ...I drove a bus with one of these on it, which had a couple thick washers to keep the earlier style drum on. Don...
• Re: Need the two lower studs that secure the transmission to the engine - No P# in ETKA
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Fri, 26 Oct 2007 14:42:42 -0400
  Last question (I hope) how many nuts and spring washers do I need if I am doing just the two lower studs? Two of...
• Re: Cutting bumpstops on lowered 88 2wd Doka with H&R springs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:11:53 -0400
  ...I > would liken this to > cutting two washers off the five. > > Result is a delightful ride. I still firmer than normal but acceptable > IMHO...
• Re: Difficulty / time to replace clutch - 1991 Westfalia 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Neil
  Tue, 15 Dec 2020 11:49:13 -0800
  ...Some would disagree but I've re used CV bolts and thin spring washers in lieu of missing OE type serrated washers. Never had...
• Vanagon recalls...
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 7 Apr 1994 11:12:51 -0600
  ...Spring-washers under the mount screws to keep them from backing out. This design precludes the need to repair any cracks that may already...
• Re: Fri. - working on gravel surface
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 2 May 2005 17:25:40 -0500
  ...hanging from the tree above the drive. > >I just love the spring months when grass grows up through the gravel and > >gives it a...
• Re: Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 11:03:46 -0400
  ...In the meantime - I'm putting in regular bolts and nuts - lock washer under the nut and spring washers under the head. The old...
• '80 Brakes, rear, lack therof
  Historical mailing list
  16 Dec 96 08:48:44 PST
  ...How important is it to replace "other" things in drum brakes, such as springs, clips, washers, etc? <confession>I have never replaced any of...
• Q: re. SA big brake install in my 87 GL
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sun, 11 Aug 2002 10:02:44 EDT
  ...It did not heal that I have lowered H & R springs on the car already. Pieces of the tire were cut-up on every...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 12:11:21 -0800
  Loren Busch used the Van-Cafe taller springs to raise and firm his Westy with very satisfying results. On Sat, Dec 6, 2008 at...
• Re: Vanagon Front Suspension?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 16:32:47 -0800
  ...The upper control arm bolt has eccentric washers that allow for adjusting the camber. You are best off taking it to a competent frame...
• Re: Squeeks
  Historical mailing list - Jim & Melody
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 19:06:21 -0700
  ...upper control armNew ball joints, shocks and upper control arm bushings failed to fix my squeek last spring. Needless to say, I'm interested...
• Re: Windshield Washers
  Historical mailing list - Tony Polson
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 10:06:19 -0000
  Skip Emmert-Keaton wrote: > > My windshield washers don't seem to work. I can hear the pump working and > there's fluid in the...
• Re: Loose exhaust bolt again. fix if stripped?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Wed, 20 Jun 2007 01:38:28 -0500
  ...http://www.bellevillesprings.com/serrated-safety-washers.html http://www.bellevillesprings.com/disc-springs.html http://www.bellevillesprings.com/belleville-washers.html In this...
• Re: Tranny update: flywheel off
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 30 Mar 2003 15:35:23 -0600
  ...Looks like one spring is broke. I > also > found two split washers in the bellhousing yesterday when the tranny > came > out. Though it strange...
• Re: Engine pull on scale of 1 to 10
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 15:43:01 -0700
  ...If you have automatic transmisson, the main difference is that when you put the rod spring back into the throttle body, you have to...
• Re: Torque wrenches
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 24 Mar 2015 09:45:09 -0700
  ...12.9. > > When selecting fasteners, nuts, bolts, and washers need to be matched. No > sense having strong bolts if the washers dish out letting...
• Power window regulator fix ('91 Carat)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Urban
  Thu, 17 Sep 1998 19:26:23 -0500
  ...Instead of the flimsy <1/8th" plastic pin I used a small metric machine screw,3 or 4 washers, a nut, and blue LOCTITE...