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Re: lower front shock bolts
Historical mailing list - Ian X
Thu, 13 Feb 2003 04:54:09 -0800
...Under compression they snap the bolts as the suspension trys to bottom out. Then again I could be wrong. :) --- Dart 330 <dart330@HOTMAIL.COM...
Comment on Starter Bolts and Engine Bolts
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Wed, 20 Feb 2002 13:08:57 EST
I have noted in this thread that the Socket Cap starter bolt is treated as an alien entity in the overall scheme of bolts...
Re: Removal of flywheel bolts
Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
Sun, 19 May 2002 13:25:37 -0400
Tom wrote Would there be any benefit to using the"blue wrench," since the bolts are attached to the shaft, rather than to the...
Re: Metal Bumper Bolts
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 1 Apr 2013 17:56:42 -0500
...Metal Bumper Bolts Hello list, Can Anyone tell me the appropriate specs for the bumper bolts on an 85 vanagon. This one has the...
Re: Replacement for Steering Column's Upper Bolts?
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Mon, 7 May 2012 12:39:56 -0600
I used vise grips to remove then put regular bolts back in Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy On May 7, 2012 1:08...
Re: burning smell - brakes or tire?
Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
Mon, 15 Jul 2013 09:50:50 -0700
...It says the 19mm bolts are 116 ft lb torque. On Mon, Jul 15, 2013 at 9:31 AM, mark drillock <mdrillock@cox.net...
82 Westy middle seat install - propane bolts welded in??
Historical mailing list - Will Taygan
Tue, 21 Aug 2012 09:24:31 -0800
...This means the front track has just the inside two bolts connected, and is propped up on top of the two outer welded propane...
Re: Fiberglass bumpers
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Sun, 26 Sep 2004 21:08:37 -0400
...On most vanagons there should be two bolts on either side (some may have 3 on each side). These bolts are in the wheel...
CV joint bolt lock washers
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 13 Jun 2017 18:59:38 -0700
...Someone replaced three bolts with shorter, substandard bolts and left the washers off. I've gotten all new bolts but they didn't include...
motormount bolts
Historical mailing list - Michael Delessio
Mon, 27 Oct 1997 14:09:38 -0500
...The question here is do these bolts need to be of a certain grade or stainless steel? The only replacement bolts I have found...
TIICO: drive plate confusion
Historical mailing list - Spooner, Robert E.
Fri, 13 Jul 2001 07:28:19 -0400
...This means you need 2mm longer bolts to connect the torque converter. These bolts are not included in the kit. It was hard finding...
Re: Metal Bumper Bolts
Historical mailing list - TonyCollins
Mon, 1 Apr 2013 18:27:21 -0400
...It seems a PO owner >> put different bolts in when securing the bumper top to the chassis. The >> bumper is now loose and in...
Re: pop-top carriage bolts
Historical mailing list - karl
Mon, 20 Dec 1999 14:52:37 -0500
There is a hardware store near me that carries all sorts of metric bolts, even carriage bolts, many in stainless steel. Another alternative is...
Re: Problem with rear axle bolts breaking
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Mon, 27 Aug 2012 21:50:41 -0400
At 12:12 PM 8/27/2012, Bob Anderson wrote: >I'm wondering if anyone has experienced a problem with vanagon rear >axle bolts...
Replacement for Steering Column's Upper Bolts?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Mon, 7 May 2012 10:53:27 -0700
The upper two steering column bolts, which bolt the column to the underside of the dash, and shown on 48.2 (not called out...
size of these bolts
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Sat, 28 Jan 2017 14:25:44 -0800
...2 odd shape bolts hold the upper part of the steering column to the dash they have conical head and I don't have...
Re: Forgot to replace flywheel-to-crank bolts
Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
Tue, 27 Nov 2001 08:13:58 -0700
I have never replaced those bolts (unless they came with the shortblock) and never had a problem. 'Course I am a woman and therefore...
Re: Thermostat Housing Bolts
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 3 Oct 2003 20:55:35 -0400
...Thermostat Housing Bolts Good Morning, Due to a stuck bleeder I am going to change the upper housing and themostat. The bolts are in...
Re: Torque Wench
Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
Wed, 28 Nov 2001 06:50:38 -0500
...I am methodical in the sense that I tighten the > bolts until I feel the metal stretch. It is not "pumping iron", more like...
Flywheel bolts sheared off
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Mon, 16 Mar 2015 05:20:28 +0000
...Todaywe found all five flywheel bolts are sheared off. Do you know the best way to get the broken bolts out?I think the...
Re: size of these bolts
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sat, 28 Jan 2017 14:38:45 -0800
M8X1.5 You need to get a metric thread gauge and some calipers :-) Ps, you can buy those anti tamper conical bolts from the...
Re: Loose as a Goose
Historical mailing list
Tue, 12 Mar 1996 23:10:10 -0500
...Almost all el cheapo bolts are grade 8.8 These bolts should be grade 10.9 or better. The grade 8.8 will fail...
Re: Exhaust system bolts ??
Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
Thu, 17 May 2001 22:55:41 -0600
Ken I would go to Home Depot and buy some galvanized nuts, washers and bolts. Thats what I've been using for years and...
flywheel bolts
Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
Wed, 4 Nov 2009 10:37:28 -0500
Hi All, I was just informed that the flywheel bolts for vanagons are NLA, anyone have a substitute they could suggest? I plan to...
Thermostat Housing Bolts
Historical mailing list - Bollin Werner
Fri, 3 Oct 2003 07:29:23 -0400
...The bolts are in bad shape. Does anyone know the size of these 4 bolts? Peace.....andrew '86 GL Ps. No luck in the...
Re: flywheel bolts stuck
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Sat, 20 Nov 2004 20:34:57 -0800
I agree with welding 8 or 10mm bolts to the stuck bolts. I think this is your least risky alternative. Good Luck, Jeff www...
Re: Carat Front Wheel Lug Bolts
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 22 Nov 2014 09:45:59 -0500
...Carat Front Wheel Lug Bolts Well, the difference is that I'm looking for Carat (alloy wheel,) so they are bolts, not lugs (as...
Re: Engine Mounting Hardware
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Wed, 3 Jul 2013 06:24:40 -0700
In addition to the low grade bolts at some places other hardware stores do sell better grades including the Grade 10.9 metric bolts...
engine bolt questions
Historical mailing list - Jeff Nelson
Sat, 6 Nov 1999 20:09:21 -0700
Hi all, I'm getting my first experience with bolts and studs on my 2.1 block and have a question. I have found...
Alloy Wheel Lug Nuts/Bolts
Historical mailing list - Benjita
Tue, 31 Mar 1998 19:00:17 EST
...Of course Syncros don't use lug bolts up front but lug nuts. So I am in need of 10(!) lug nuts, and have...
Re: seat belt replacement, tough anchor bolts
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:43:31 -0700
dear bolter you know one could always go to a wreck westie and pull the seat belt bolts form the machine and there you...
Re: CV bolts and DPO mechanics
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Fri, 21 Jan 2011 19:06:36 -0800
> > > I had exactly the same thing happen except it was me, who torqued the > bolts properly, but unwisely used bolts that came with some...
Re: Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed
Historical mailing list - JRodgers
Sat, 17 Aug 2013 08:18:35 -0500
...Other vehicles > used shoulder bolts and actual springs on these joints. Anyway, if using > regular bolts, lubed go for about 14 lb./ft. > > Dennis...
Re: Do head bolts have to be replaced?
Historical mailing list - Birkenfeld Jeff
Mon, 5 Aug 2002 15:50:17 -0500
If your head bolts are of the "torque to yield" or "stretch" head bolts, they should be used once and replaced when removed. They...
rod bolts part #?
Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
Fri, 11 May 2001 22:28:28 -0400
I need to track down the part number for the stretch rod bolts for a 1.6L NA diesel. These bolts would work with...
Re: 85 Exhaust bolts?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 14 May 1999 13:47:30 -0400
...This was >a bit of a surprise, since I'm used to a world where header bolts are >removed with liquid wrench, cursing, and...
Re: Broken bolt on torque converter
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 28 Jul 2004 11:00:40 -0500
Where can I get these 8.8 grade metric bolts? ------------------ Clip --------------------------- Most hardware stores have3 them. I think you'll find the torque specs...
Re: Sealant on poptop bolts?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sun, 21 Dec 2014 12:42:38 -0800
You aren't going to reuse those old bolts are you??? For all the trouble and expense you have gone to so far, get...
Re: size of these bolts
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Sat, 28 Jan 2017 17:48:54 -0700
Moot Point since You already have them out but I seem to recall being able to remove those bolts by hammering on the proper...
Re: Middle Seats
Historical mailing list
Tue, 13 Aug 2002 18:49:38 EDT
...There are 4 bolts holding the middle seat to the > you dont need to put these 4 bolts in, the seat sure as heck...
FS: New longer wheel bolts for Carat &SA alloy wheels incl. Mercedes & Audi rims
Historical mailing list - Ben T
Wed, 16 Oct 2002 04:41:30 EDT
...Longer wheel bolts for Carat & SA alloys w/ conical seats (approx. 1 1/2") Longer wheel bolts for Audi or Mercedes alloy wheels w...
Re: 2.1 L engine mount bolts
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 20 Aug 2002 22:56:34 -0400
...2.1 L engine mount bolts I picked up a used engine from a parts yard. The engine is missing the two bolts on...
Re: sheer bolts/steering column
Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
Wed, 22 Oct 2003 14:52:50 EDT
Ron said: "...Ummm, are we talking about some bolts made of semi-transparent fabric, like lingerie, or are we talking *shear* bolts, meant to...
Missing Exhaust bolts
Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
Wed, 28 Nov 2001 11:29:26 -0700
...Somehow three of the bolts came undone! I put a new exhaust gasket (it was missing where the bolts were missing) and put in...
current model lug nuts and bolts for alloys?
Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
Fri, 14 Mar 2003 00:55:23 EST
I've noticed on the new VW products (say 2001-2003) with factory alloy wheels the lug nuts and/or lug bolts are decidedly...
Re: CV joint bolt lock washers
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Tue, 13 Jun 2017 23:40:15 -0600
Maybe got the Bolts from the wrong supplier ~ http://www.t3technique.com/suspension-and-drivetrain/drivetrain-parts/cv-joints,-boots,-etc/cv-bolt-and...
Re: Exhaust system bolts ??
Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
Fri, 18 May 2001 10:49:59 -0400
...Exhaust system bolts ?? Are special bolts required when installing new muffler on 89 Vanagon (2.1)? I'm installing a new muffler and pass...
Pop top bolts
Historical mailing list - David and Shirin
Thu, 22 Jul 2004 21:02:58 -0400
I am getting my van ready for a paint job and want to replace all the pop top bolts with Stainless, I found this...
Re: sealing compound for skylight bolts?
Historical mailing list - Jason M. Yasment
Sun, 12 Mar 2000 19:07:18 -0500
I just applied liberal amounts of clear GE silicone to all the bolts both inside and out and have not had a single leak...
Re: bolts
Historical mailing list - John Klun
Thu, 19 Feb 2004 17:55:45 -0700
...The problem lies in the metal used into which the bolts are fastened and the environment in which the bolts stay. Everything will corrode...
Re: pop-top carriage bolts
Historical mailing list - BILL
Mon, 20 Dec 1999 13:25:04 -0700
...pop-top carriage bolts > > > There is a hardware store near me that carries all sorts of metric bolts, > even carriage bolts, many in stainless...
Re: CV Joint Bolts - Why are they 12 point? ARRGH!
Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
Tue, 8 Sep 1998 19:07:25 PDT
...Why are the CV joint bolts multi point when the hex that fits is >of course 6 sided? Is there a tool other than...
Exhaust Flange Gaskets and torque
Historical mailing list - william greenamyer
Sun, 14 Nov 2010 04:39:08 -0800
...Before I remove the pipes, I rechecked the torque on the flange bolts and nuts. Found at least 2 bolts and one nut that...
RE: Engine has to be dropped
Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
Mon, 27 Jan 1997 08:32:07 -0700
Bill, Sounds like the last pump replacer didn't use anti-seize on the pump bolts. This is a must for bolts on aluminum...
Exhaust system bolts ??
Historical mailing list - Ken Hartz
Thu, 17 May 2001 23:38:40 EDT
Are special bolts required when installing new muffler on 89 Vanagon (2.1)? I'm installing a new muffler and pass through pipe from...
Re: vangon cv axel bolts
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Fri, 29 May 2009 10:44:29 -0600
"Might the tool be called a xzn (triple square) tool?" Yes, also often referred to as "12-point" bolts. bob On Fri, May 29...
Re: CVs and bolts and washers, oh my
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 16 Mar 2005 19:31:03 -0600
No stainless bolts permitted for this application!! The proper CV bolts are harder and have greater tensile strength than a stainless bolt of the...
Re: Missing Exhaust bolts
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Wed, 28 Nov 2001 14:39:12 -0800
...Missing Exhaust bolts > > > > > > > The same thing happened on my van too, after I replaced the exhaust. > I > > used > > > all new stainless nuts and bolts...
Re: 85 Exhaust bolts?
Historical mailing list - gerry rafferty
Fri, 14 May 1999 21:34:54 -0700
When I replaced my exhaust I used M8 x 18 hex bolts and M8 nuts where needed (coated with antiseize compound). GerryR ----- Original Message...
CV Joint bolts, washers, gasket
Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
Sat, 31 May 2025 09:46:29 -0700
...A few days ago I noticed that some of the bolts had come loose so I am removing, repacking with new grease and reinstalling...