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• Re: successful 2000 mile road trip
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 06:52:16 -0400
  ...and welded; the weld was so large that it > prevented the spring from seating properly so I ground it back down to > the original...
• Re: Manual trans replacement
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:48:19 -0600
  ...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is attached to > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
• Re: Anyone have a 3rd Party External Oil Cooler or Transmission Cooler installed?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 19 May 2009 13:51:00 -0700
  ...Make certain your external lines and clamps are all done well and mount the cooler so that it won't fatigue and crack... Nothing...
• Re: Manual trans replacement
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Tue, 10 Mar 2009 15:42:13 -0700
  ...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is >>> attached to >>> > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
• Re: Thermostat housing
  Historical mailing list - Peter Lapp
  Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:37:29 -0500
  ...Make sure you have a good tool to get the spring clamps off. Vise grips work good for that. Also make sure that you...
• Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Tue, 4 Mar 2003 03:03:50 -0600
  ...I figured I >>had license to destroy since the replacement Hall Sender came with a >>replacement dog, pin and spring. >> >>(For those obsessive among...
• Re: Manual trans replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:16:02 -0400
  ...The flexible hose leading to the clutch slave cylinder is >>> attached to >>> > the frame of the van by two clamps. Remove both these clamps...
• Re: Head stud testing
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Mar 2015 14:52:25 -0400
  ...As designed, properly installed the studs actually stretch and get turned into springs. In addition to this stress they also get attacked by corrosion...
• Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 7 May 2016 23:14:52 -0400
  ...I clearly lack that kind of logic at times) and used that EMPI tool, with a hose clamp like this, (image): https://picasaweb.google...
• Re: Engine repair or replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:35:22 -0500
  ...Wonderbar type pry bar Gas pump pliers or, better, spring clamp pliers for hose clamps Stud remover, or else know how to remove studs...
• Re: When Is A Project Finished?
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Wed, 18 Aug 2004 00:46:56 -0400
  ...I've also got spring clamps all over the place, so I can hang things up any time - laundry bag, wet towels or bathing...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 19:02:35 -0500
  ...I removed the rocker cover and there was the intake > valve spring lying on the bottom. The valve stem wore the point the spring...
• Re: Head stud testing
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Sat, 21 Mar 2015 15:12:30 -0400
  ...As designed, properly installed the studs actually stretch and get turned into springs. In addition to this stress they also get attacked by corrosion...
• A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Sucessful Work in Progress
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Mon, 16 Sep 2002 23:40:16 -0400
  ...This consequently makes a nice vibrational harmonic oscillator using the spring of the header pipe as the force and the muffler as the mass...
• Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 4 Mar 2003 08:31:52 -0600
  ...I > figured I > >>had license to destroy since the replacement Hall Sender came with > a > >>replacement dog, pin and spring. > >> > >>(For those obsessive among...
• index of tech bulletins affecting vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 17 Apr 94 01:35:27 CDT
  ...Transmission Vanagon ALL 40-88-01 Suspension Upper Control Arm Bushings, Wheels Checking Vangaon ALL 42-89-01 Suspension Coil Spring, Installation Syncro Wheels...
• head torque on water-cooled engines: a recall
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Wed, 19 Oct 94 23:59:13 CDT
  ...Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self- tightening clamp. NOTE: Volkswagen of America estimates the...
• Re: Update on starter
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 2 Apr 2011 12:03:12 -0700
  ...all cables and grounds and battery cable clamps etc... all of it. not that hard to do either really. if the 'starter ring gear...
• A great vanagon ride
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 9 Apr 2023 21:11:11 -0400
  ...Before realizing that I tightened the clamp a bit and the seeping seems to have stopped. Next winter I’ll work on getting that...
• Re: Replacing copper propane lines
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:25:24 -0500
  ...I used the gadgety style that bends around a series of mandrels, though the spring-tube type that fits over the tubing for hand...
• Re: Danger from the cold
  Historical mailing list - tom ring
  Sat, 17 Jan 2004 21:54:47 -0600
  ...He cut off the bad part and reattached it with a clamp. All he could do at the time. I will get all the...
• Re: Happy Friday, Rear brake adjustment.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 2 Sep 2022 17:01:00 +0000
  ...Disc rely more on physics and clamping forces. Discs are also more= consistent, weather resistant, and give better pedal feel of mechanical-hy= draulic...
• tool list
  Historical mailing list - armando guzman
  Tue, 20 May 2003 21:36:22 -0700
  ...of adjustable pliers (channelocks) to remove about 5 or seven spring hose clamps 8mm allen to remove the air conditioning compressor 3/8 drive...
• Inline Exhaust Theory: part II
  Historical mailing list - Erik O
  Tue, 19 May 1998 12:59:51 -0400
  ...This is the piece that accepts the other half of the spring clamps. The rest of the pipe I'm using is 2" ID...
• Re: Effectiveness of cooling system flush and clean products?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 Jun 2013 18:39:58 -0400
  ...These 8 steps might seem tedious, but its really mostly matter of a few hose clamps off and on to do it. Additional remarks...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 16:12:45 -0800
  ...I removed the rocker cover and there was the intake valve spring lying on the bottom. The valve stem wore the point the spring...
• Re: Larger Audi a/t cooler fits transporter
  Historical mailing list - aka.bugle
  Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:35:23 -0400
  ...I'm pretty sure the major problem was a broken diaphram > spring and some extremely worn discs and steels all the way inside. I...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 20 Sep 2015 17:44:46 -0500
  ...Use > good clamps, spring or crimp. For the hose that connects to the oil cooler > feed you will find that it is likely the...
• Re: A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Sucessful Work in Progress
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Tue, 17 Sep 2002 10:20:42 -0400
  ...This consequently makes a nice vibrational harmonic oscillator using the spring of the header pipe as the force and the muffler as the mass...
• Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Sat, 7 May 2016 20:37:38 -0700
  ...I clearly lack that kind of logic at times) and used that EMPI tool, with a hose clamp like this, (image): > > https://picasaweb.google...
• Re: VDO Fuel Pressure sender?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Thu, 7 Oct 2004 09:03:33 -0700
  ...I > think regular vw fuel line braided cloth hose slipped over just fine with a > small hose clamp for security. The closer you tap...
• Re: Fuel Injection Adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sat, 28 Apr 2001 12:20:51 -0800
  ...the fuel pressure regulator would not be able to overcome the spring pressure on the valve seat and thus a higher fuel pressure at...
• Re: Vanagon woes!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 2 Nov 2009 08:07:20 -0600
  ...That should get you the right high > pressure hose for the job plus the clamps and the short hoses for the > injectors. To do...
• Gerbil engine replacement, part III
  Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
  Fri, 05 Jul 1996 23:59:48 -0600
  ...Since I have heavy-duty compression clamps, I just got them pointed at each other as best I could, and tightened the clamps as...
• Re: Air-cooled to Water-cooled? --long read for those contemplating
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 11:16:23 -0600
  ...stock piled way more hose connections/clamps/tubing/screw/fasteners/ than I though I would possibly need based on my dry run test. 2...
• Re: Head stud testing
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Mar 2015 15:41:32 -0400
  ...As designed, properly installed the studs actually stretch and get turned into springs. In addition to this stress they also get attacked by corrosion...
• Re: A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Sucessful Work in Progress
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Tue, 17 Sep 2002 09:28:22 -0400
  ...This consequently makes a nice vibrational harmonic oscillator using the spring of the header pipe as the force and the muffler as the mass...
• Re: Supplier of sliding window guide
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 09:44:22 -0300
  ...I had bought two spare guides this spring in anticipation of needing them eventually. In order to modify the aluminium slides to make them...
• Importing, emissions as: Yahoo passed emissions
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Tue, 6 Nov 2007 22:14:35 -0800
  ...Kim Springer '88 Tristar 2WD #7 > All state emissions inspection programs are based on looking for the gross > polluters. The standards are based on...
• Re: Effectiveness of cooling system flush and clean products?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Fri, 7 Jun 2013 15:49:30 -0700
  ...seem tedious, but its really mostly matter of a few hose > clamps off and on to do it. > > Additional remarks: > I agree with Dennis...
• Re: Towing an Automatic Vanagon. Cutting the drive axles?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:56:05 -0700
  ...are chains that you can retighten easily > clamp the tightening mechanism so it will not spring open ... > talk to a professional car hauler to...
• Re: Shifter Rattle (Was: Re: shift lever adjustment)
  Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
  Fri, 16 Jul 1999 08:18:10 -8
  ...Where is "the rear section of the selector > > > > shaft?" Are > > > > we talking about the collar that holds the spring under the rubber boot on...
• Re: Replacing Lifters
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Tue, 7 Jun 2005 17:56:45 -0700
  ...With a vise or large C clamp you are able to take the lifter apart and repressurize it with fresh oil. There are instructions...
• Factory Tools List Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Feb 1995 12:42:22 -0500
  ...BRAKES US1020, 23, valve spring, removing/installing Engine US1020/1, 96, valve springs, removing/installing Engine US1023/4, 130, clamp for holding piston while...
• Re: Mullendore port help
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 5 Oct 2011 23:56:28 -0700
  ...of grease on cable barrel clamp where it pivots in the throttle body lever ??? or even the return spring, where it's hooked in...
• Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 6 Oct 2004 13:59:18 -0400
  ...Mid '84 (?) front wheel bearing sizes. '86 change to single-piston calipers with thicker but smaller-diameter rotors. '8(?) springs lowered perhaps an inch...
• Re: Larger Audi a/t cooler fits transporter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:31:52 -0400
  ...I'm pretty sure the major problem was a > broken diaphram spring and some extremely worn discs and steels all > the way inside. I...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 20 Sep 2015 20:33:35 -0400
  ...Use good clamps, spring or crimp. For the hose that connects > to the oil cooler feed you will find that it is likely the...
• moving sale - cleaning garage
  Historical mailing list - Rob S.
  Tue, 30 Dec 2003 18:20:55 -0500
  ...Hanson 20 lb commercial hanging spring scale with large dial readout. missing basket. (doesn't zero -- needs basket) 0-10 lb dial. 15" Compaq...
• Re: Vanagon woes!
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Edwards
  Sun, 1 Nov 2009 23:30:31 -0600
  ...That should get you the right high > pressure hose for the job plus the clamps and the short hoses for the > injectors. To do...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 20 Sep 2015 20:21:55 -0500
  ...Use good clamps, spring or crimp. For the hose that connects > > to the oil cooler feed you will find that it is likely the...
• Re: Engine Removal
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 21:17:45 -0400
  ...But i need to get > this > van > > > running for the summer, and i am home from college on spring break > after > my > > > spring break...
• Re: Engine Removal
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:44:49 -0700
  ...I have read that double clamping can suffice if there is no bead. And speaking of JB Weld, IIRC, you can repair the pitting...
• Re: How my engine rebuild is going
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sun, 16 May 2004 17:58:56 -0700
  ...These studs are unique in their application as they really work like very high pressure springs keeping the heads clamped tightly to the cylinders...
• Re: COLD fresh air leaking (Solutions!)
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Fri, 15 Jan 1999 00:36:31 -0600
  ...This can be resolved by using duct tape and/or radiator hose clamps, depending upon how anal you are feeling at the moment. Access...
• Re: Engine Removal
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:04:31 -0700
  ...But i need to get > > this > > van > > > > running for the summer, and i am home from college on spring break > > after > > my > > > > spring break...
• Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Wed, 6 Oct 2004 20:37:46 +0200
  ...Mid '84 (?) front wheel bearing sizes. '86 change to single-piston calipers with thicker but smaller-diameter rotors. '8(?) springs lowered perhaps an inch...
• My Westy's first happy trip (a bit long)
  Historical mailing list - Michael D. Landis
  Mon, 15 Sep 1997 08:37:25 -0600
  ...By the time I got past Holly Springs MS the signs were no longer subtle. Poor Max was bucking and coughing and complaining and...
• Re: Friday Philosophy: On Reliability
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:12:33 -0500
  ...Had to replace the rear springs. Ford had a technical service bulletin, (TSB) to deal with this problem. Since I wasn't the original...
• Re: Engine Removal
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:42:34 -0700
  ...But i need to get > > this > > van > > > > running for the summer, and i am home from college on spring break > > after > > my > > > > spring break...