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  • What do you use for leveling?
    Historical mailing list - BA
    Sun, 11 Jul 2004 18:43:35 -0700
    Hi, all, So, Simon's idea for leveling our '87 Westy is this. He's got some 4x6 and made two "stairs" and a...
  • Re: circuit for water level monitor?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Fri, 20 May 2005 16:47:26 -0700
    On 5/20/2005 10:26 AM Michael Elliott wrote: > Can someone point me to the schematic of the water level monitor lamp > circuit...
  • Re: What is "Level"?
    Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
    Wed, 1 Oct 1997 09:18:30 -0700
    At 20:16 30-09-97 -0700, Ed McLean wrote: >Instructions for the Dometic refrigerator specify not to operate it unless >it is "level...
  • RoadHaus - Coolant level LED Problem
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Mon, 1 Mar 2004 18:20:33 -0500
    ...The Coolant Refill Tank is at proper level. I'm guessing it may be a bad coolant level sensor. Any other ideas? Larry Chase...
  • Re: Blinking Red Light--solved?
    Historical mailing list - Noto-Gaudette
    Thu, 12 Aug 1999 17:31:31 -0400
    ...All Models, all Model Years Flashing coolant temperature light may be caused by: - Low coolant level. - Coolant level indicator. - Electrical connections on gauge. * Check...
  • Re: Update on my Westy!
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 28 Sep 2007 17:38:30 -0700
    ...I think this > >>> may control the regulation of heat to that duct under > >>> the seat? > > > >> A "level" ? > > > >> like a bubble level? > > > >> May be there...
  • Re: What do you use for leveling?
    Historical mailing list - Simon Reinhardt
    Sun, 11 Jul 2004 20:36:13 -0600
    ...Is your usual parking space perfectly level and smooth? Do you park on hills, ever? Do you start your van and drive it anywhere...
  • Flashing coolant level lamp
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Thu, 22 Jun 2006 09:12:25 -0700
    ...Climbing from 2,000 ft to 5,200 ft in hot weather the coolant level lamp started flashing. Temp gauge reading one needle width...
  • Re: What do you use for leveling?
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sun, 11 Jul 2004 20:55:32 -0600
    On Jul 11, 2004, at 7:43 PM, BA wrote: > 1) What do folks use for leveling their vanagons? We looked at > "leveling legos...
  • Re: Auto-tranny fluid level
    Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
    Sun, 3 Oct 2021 10:21:59 -0700
    As you describe it - warm engine, level ground, transmission in park or neutral, engine idling. -- > On Oct 3, 2021, at 10:04 AM, John...
  • Re: What could have gone wrong?
    Historical mailing list - Jaap Nauta
    Mon, 5 May 2008 15:38:53 +0200
    I agree that level can go down due to air in the system, but can it come up again completely when cooling down? I...
  • Re: Global Warming My Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - BA
    Fri, 16 Mar 2007 18:16:11 -0800
    ...Ice floats with 10% of itself above the level of water. Therefore 10% of the volume of ice will contribute to raising the level...
  • Still in stock
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mari
    Wed, 16 Jan 2019 12:02:39 -0500
    Everyone talks about it http://level.myfutureface.com <http://level.myfutureface.com/> Dave Mari
  • Final drive level check
    Historical mailing list - Darren Lastfogel
    Wed, 12 Jan 2005 06:39:17 -0500
    Where do you check the final drive oil level in a 84 automatic?
  • Re: Frydae notsofunnies Nigerian businessmen
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Fri, 6 Jun 2003 09:33:37 -0700
    ...Kelvin) (influences air density) HNN Height above sea level (influences air density) rho Air density rho_0 Air density on sea level at 0...
  • Re: transmission, final drive oil level
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Tue, 30 Mar 2010 05:53:12 -0400
    On Tue, Mar 30, 2010 at 5:20 AM, Arkady Mirvis <arkadymirvis@gmail.com> wrote: > There are different opinions on oil level in the...
  • camper water level indicator
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Thu, 13 Jun 2019 16:50:18 -0700
    ...The water level for the potable water tank in my 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile reports the water level at the intermediate yellow light, no...
  • Re: [DIESEL] Turbo drainage to pan (Vanagon)
    Historical mailing list - Maynard Southard
    Sat, 28 Jul 2001 12:45:20 -0400
    ...So if you run > the oil return from the turbo straight into the pan below the oil > level, the oil level in the tube...
  • Re: Vanagon Electrical Puzzle 2
    Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
    Sun, 24 Apr 2022 23:15:28 -0400
    I think your problem may be the coolant level sensor. After many years this sensor no longer functions correctly and must be replaced. Part...
  • Automatic transaxle final drive oil leve.
    Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
    Wed, 14 Sep 2016 13:16:59 -0400
    Anyone want to weigh in on what the oil level should be in the final drive of an automatic transaxle? Before I left for...
  • Re: Frydae notsofunnies Nigerian businessmen
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 6 Jun 2003 20:56:09 -0500
    ...On level ground at 8000' ASL into a 25mph headwind what should one > expect for top speed in a fully loaded 89 westie? at...
  • Re: Propane gauge
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 18 Aug 2009 06:32:07 EDT
    ...Or just get a new tank from Manchester with the level gauge built in. >>>>> Any ideas re: propane level gauge<<<<<<< Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte...
  • Coolant Level Sensor
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 18 Jan 2000 14:41:57 -0600
    Does anyone know if the coolant level sensor system has any other function that to sense and indicate when the coolant is below minimum...
  • Re: Q about Weekender Rear Sofa/Bed
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 1 May 2001 23:31:41 EDT
    ...level with the rear floor of the > >>bus, or it is raised up and level with the cushion > >>that was available? > > its level with...
  • ATF Level Theory
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Tue, 26 Jun 2007 22:26:44 -0400
    I'm dealing with some AT troubles in my '86, and been checking the ATF level. I'm curious now because it seems that...
  • Coolant level sensor
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Philbrick
    Wed, 12 Aug 2009 18:03:03 -0500
    Hey Volks, I'm trying to determine if I need to replace my coolant level sensor or the entire expansion tank. Here are the...
  • coolent level sensor
    Historical mailing list - Greenamyer, William L
    Fri, 9 Nov 2001 06:11:42 -0800
    ...Decided to clean and check the coolent level sensor. Pulled the connector and expected the flashing LED on the clock to flash but it...
  • Re: oil stick
    Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
    Mon, 14 Feb 2000 15:10:10 -0800
    Hugo, According to the manual for the 90 vanagon: "Checking the engine oil level The best time to check the engine oil level is...
  • Re: camper water level indicator
    Historical mailing list - Jack R
    Thu, 13 Jun 2019 20:27:00 -0400
    ...The water level for the potable water tank in my 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile reports the water level at the intermediate yellow light, no...
  • Re: FW: Water tank level indicator
    Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
    Mon, 12 Jun 2000 18:26:50 -0700
    John, I can't imagine a Westy with a water tank and LED's to indicate water level coming new without a water level...
  • Reed Switch/water level sensor
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:34:13 -0800
    ...Here's a link to repairing the level sensor btw: http://www.brick-yard.co.uk/forum/westy-water-tank-level-sensor-repair_topic42742...
  • Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    Historical mailing list - Subject: Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    February 29, 1992
    CONDITION Coolant overheat / low coolant level indicator LED is flashing at normal coolant temperatures. SERVICE Check the coolant indicator LED according to the list...
  • Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    Historical mailing list - Subject: Coolant Indicator LED is Flashing at Normal Temperatures
    February 29, 1992
    CONDITION Coolant overheat / low coolant level indicator LED is flashing at normal coolant temperatures. SERVICE Check the coolant indicator LED according to the list...
  • Short version of checking ATF level?
    Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
    Tue, 1 May 2007 22:24:57 -0400
    ...Can someone please send me (or the list) the shorthand version of checking the ATF level? I remember that the transmission has to be...
  • Re: Leveling a Westy
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Sun, 24 Oct 2004 08:43:32 -0700
    --- Chuck Reisinger <chuckphoto@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote: > How do you level your Westy? Wal-mart wants $30 for the plastic leveling blocks in a cute...
  • Coolant Level
    Historical mailing list - Tim New
    Mon, 22 Jan 2001 08:41:09 -0800
    I've got an 86' GL and the coolant level in the refill tank seems to be low. The expansion tank level is fine...
  • Leveling a Westy
    Historical mailing list - Brian T.
    Sun, 24 Oct 2004 21:34:48 -0700
    I would think that say a few ounces of C4 would level a vanagon nicely ;-) Sorry, was slow on the draw for a "Friday...
  • Re: Automatic transmission question--slipping
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:47:50 EDT
    ...What's the proper procedure for checking the level? The owners manual gives some detail but does not even specify whether the car is...
  • Re: Re: kooltrons (was Re: STAT...)
    Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
    Fri, 16 Sep 94 15:59:38 PDT
    ...Be sure > the van is Level prior to sticking these on! Levels! We don't need no stinking levels! I never had to use...
  • Oil Level Min vs Max
    Historical mailing list - Christopher M. Smith
    Tue, 17 Mar 1998 12:12:25 -0800
    ...But the cooler readings that one observes when the oil level is less than maximum, is this the result of genuinely cooler oil OR...
  • Coolant Level too High..What does this mean?
    Historical mailing list - Munga Correa
    Sat, 12 Jun 1999 12:01:58 EDT
    Hello--I am having a problem with my coolant tank..it usually reads right at the max level..but just recently I checked it...
  • Re: Coolant Level
    Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
    Sun, 12 May 2002 00:03:57 -0400
    ...Overflow tank level should be between the marks. John Lauterbach Macon, GA '84 7-passenger ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eric Spletzer" <eric@SENIORNET.ORG> To...
  • Why Fuel Level Might Affect Performance
    Historical mailing list - Justin Pentecost
    Tue, 18 May 1999 01:17:31 +0100
    ...Does anybody know >if anything else might result in the FI not getting >sufficient fuel flow when the fuel level is low? The van...
  • Re: Water temp increase after changing hoses, thermostat, and plastic parts
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Thu, 1 Oct 2015 11:32:44 -0700
    There is no direct connection between the level sensor and the temp gauge. The level sensor just has a wire to the coolant level...
  • Re: My fridge wants to know if it's level enough...
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Sat, 22 Feb 2003 22:59:54 -0500
    ...what does "level" mean? How many degrees off > level is acceptable? I've heard 5 degrees. So not much. This is when stationary. When...
  • Re: What is "Level"?
    Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
    Wed, 1 Oct 1997 07:32:28 8
    > Instructions for the Dometic refrigerator specify not to operate it > unless it is "level" or damage will occur. Does anyone know the > specifications for...
  • on oil level
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 10 Jul 1994 10:54:23 -0400
    hmmmm - i would be careful before i cut the oil level in my crankcase. Lets be careful about this measurement of oil temperature - where...
  • Re: Westy Stove Leveling Ideas Sought
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:01:26 -0700
    No reason you couldn't put the level on the floor and save yourself the climb. Karl Wolz
  • Re: Westy Water/Battery Level Display Panels Available Again
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Fri, 7 Nov 2014 07:27:19 -0800
    ...around the display on your cabinet > that shows tank water level, battery level, and whether your stove is lit. > ​ > > Uhh, Ron, sure you didn...
  • coolant....
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL POPE
    Thu, 29 May 2003 20:17:12 -0400
    I just went out and checked on her coolant level is fine now..when she is warm and I pull over the expansion tank...
  • 88 Westie: Intermittent "Level Indicator" Lights
    Historical mailing list - Chris Paquette
    Sat, 21 Nov 1998 18:52:31 -0800
    I don't know what this device is "officially" called, but what I'm referring to is the level indicator on the camping equipment...
  • Re: What do you use for leveling?
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Mon, 12 Jul 2004 05:08:06 -0700
    When I used my camper for camping, I leveled/stabilized it with RV type jacks on the frame. This kept the van from bouncing...
  • Re: Water Tank Level Sensor
    Historical mailing list - thewestyman
    Thu, 30 Jul 2015 21:47:42 -0700
    ...Water Tank Level Sensor Hi All, Recently I gutted and cleaned my 86 Westfalia's interior and I am now in the process of...
  • Re: Question about Weekend Rear Seat
    Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
    Tue, 1 May 2001 11:45:59 -0500
    In my Westy, the level of the rear seat cushions when opened up is level with the top of the cushion that fits over...
  • ATF leaking & level too high on dipstick - '89 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Cory Sytsma
    Mon, 12 Oct 1998 09:23:45 -0700
    ...He said, if the ATF level is too high, check the oil level in the final drive. How do I check the oil level...
  • Re: Westy Stove Leveling Ideas Sought
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:22:02 -0700
    ...cattywompus but still have his stove on the level." > > (Sputters in indignation) > > I usually level the van using them plastic ramps from RV stores...
  • Water level/temp warning flasher
    Historical mailing list - Tim Timothy
    Fri, 27 Jul 2001 08:21:34 EDT
    I just got an '84 vanagon which has a flashing Water reservoir level/engine temp warning light flashing continously. With engine cold and reservoir...
  • Re: Westy Stove Leveling Ideas Sought
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 17 Jul 2012 16:53:48 -0700
    ...Even when the site is level they give a nice > solidity underfoot. > > But if you really want to be picky about leveling the burner...
  • water tank level indicator
    Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
    Tue, 20 Apr 1999 16:11:59 -0700
    >After this happened, the water level indicator light no > longer worked, and as expected, the 8 amp fuse on the >pillar was blown. My...
  • Re: Motor Scooter hung off backside?
    Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
    Sat, 3 Jun 2006 12:32:22 -0700
    ...In fact, even with 6'' of leveling blocks, I sometimes can't get the thing level. And we pick the less trailer/RV-friendly...