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• FS: 1991 Vanagon GL - Seattle *pictures*
  Historical mailing list - David Thoresen
  Sun, 17 Nov 2002 12:21:53 -0800
  ...engine!) This is a reallllly nice van... just put on new tires less than 6 months ago... Alignment done then as well. Ciao! David
• Power steering pump installation
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 11:35:32 -0700
  ...Either way I will have to shim to get the parallel alignment correct, I guess. Regards, Mike Pedersen '88 Westy GL Automatic Powell River...
• Re: 4 wheel drive tires
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Fri, 22 Jul 2005 07:40:48 -0400
  ...but he was right the ones in back were > fine, my alignment was right and the tires were in balance. > > Anyone heard of this...
• Re: How to remove upper ball joint???
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 16 Sep 2001 09:32:01 EDT
  ...When you are done have the alignment checked. No need for a pickle fork. It would not work for me. I hammered away and...
• Re: Who works on your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
  Tue, 14 Oct 2003 15:45:23 -0500
  ...For > instance, can Midas do a brake job? Can Sears do a front end alignment? > Is the Vanagon so specialized that a franchise shop...
• Re: Clutch alignment tool? and Lapping compound ?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 5 Sep 2010 08:13:05 -0400
  ...Clutch alignment tool? and Lapping compound ? > Thanks, I am not replacing the clutch plate. I am taking the whole mess > off > one block and...
• Re: LUK Clutch Kits available!
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Thu, 31 Jan 2002 08:09:39 -0800
  ...They come with disc, pressure plate, throwout >> bearing, pilot bearing, and alignment tool. I would like to >> offer these at a list special for...
• Adjust Rear Bed? (and rear seat re-foam pics)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 17 Mar 2013 10:44:54 -0700
  ...A few years ago, I tightened a bolt or other on this side so maybe I put it out of alignment. Is there a...
• Re: Additional info re syncro shaking plea for comments
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Thu, 18 Mar 1999 12:27:05 -0800
  ...rear brake shoes are not hanging up due to mal-adjustment/alignment. steve John Mates wrote: > Regarding my plea for comments regarding my 86...
• 91 Westy - Sliding Door Pops Open While Driving
  Historical mailing list - Jahan Byrne
  Wed, 5 Dec 2001 16:27:32 -0800
  ...Any advice on&nbsp; which part needs to be replaced, or is a re-alignment of the door in order? Thanks.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp...
• Another Chapter of The Road according to Mike Miller--
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sun, 2 Jun 2002 20:45:51 -0500
  ...St.Louis, took it upon himself to give the front end alignment shot another try-- He goes to a NTB shop, first thing--and...
• Re: HMHYPFAFEA?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 28 May 2002 19:59:43 -0500
  ...Paul Mayfield <paulmayfield@EARTHLINK.NET> writes: > How much have you paid for a front end alignment? > > I was quoted $79 > fair? > > Paul > '87 westie >
• Re: 2.0 L ABA engine monted at 50 degrees
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 9 Feb 2008 11:43:07 -0800
  ...If you change angles too much shift linkage alignment becomes an issue. You can even lower the left side a smidge below the right...
• Re: Westy Wind Problems
  Historical mailing list - Tyrone Greene
  Mon, 30 Nov 1998 19:35:52 -0500
  ...2. Front End Bushings 3. Ball Joints 4. Steering Box 5. Alignment 6. Wheel Bearings 7. Driver's Drink ;) Tyrone Big Pine Key, FL...
• Fw: Odometer/ tripometer broken
  Historical mailing list - mike ingle
  Wed, 12 Jun 2002 18:44:30 -0700
  ...Odometer/ tripometer broken > > > > Does anyone else have problems with the gears in the vanagon odometer > > sliping out of alignment? > > If so has someone got...
• Re: restoring power steering in an 86 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 08:51:36 EDT
  ...but recently rebuilt (by ZF) unit which I got for $100. Alignment recommended after. That can add $$$ into the mix. Pmail me if you...
• Re: go over for '91 camper, mechanical soundness and reliability
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Tue, 8 Sep 2009 10:13:29 -0400
  ...Alignment (but, was unaware that one needs (according to some of you >> guys) to load the vehicle before doing the alignment, do the >> alignment...
• Re: Trying To Understand Tie rod Adjustments
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 12 Apr 2009 13:16:59 -0700
  ...but we're not talking about 'on a rack at the alignment shop' are we ? We're talking about back yard............shade trees mechanicin...
• Re: Speaking of Vanagon Shocks
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 09 May 1995 17:09:56
  ...But the rear was out of alignment and they wore badly on the inside, and need to be replaced at 20,000. >From: ja...
• Re: Why this type IV engine caught fire, spun the mains and ruined everything.
  Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
  Thu, 8 Aug 2002 21:15:37 -0600
  ...Kept knocking stuff out of alignment, etc. But it's easy to tell when everything is right. Regards, Gary
• Re: Repair bill reality check?
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Wed, 11 Apr 2007 21:39:24 -0400
  ...Repair bill reality check? I brought my syncro in for alignment to a new place (First place a VW dealer couldn't get it...
• Re: High Mileage - its all been done before
  Historical mailing list - Joel Sell
  Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:22:14 -0700
  luggage rack, check tires, check alignment... hadn't thought of that, but it makes sense. I also read about working to eliminate brake drag...
• Re: GoWesty 2wd Lift Spring Installation
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:02:07 -0700
  ...Highway-wise, handling seems roughly the same, but I won't know for sure until after I get the alignment done. I too would...
• Re: Coolant bottle is out of whack!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 18:54:30 -0700
  ...on that go throught the shield and the motor mounts, the > alignment will be off again. Anyone had this happen or have an idea...
• Re: drivetrain noise diagnosis...?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Mon, 18 May 1998 20:09:35 -0400
  ...Brake noises: (periodic speed related noises) Out of alignment/round brake drums, warped disks, loose pads (hitting the disks) Too tight adjusters in rear...
• Re: shivering van.....
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Sat, 5 May 2007 21:40:40 -0700
  ...used the alignment dowel, so i dont know what i could have done wrong there. thinking about it, dirt in the cv is definetely...
• Re: tire pressures and alignments
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 Jul 2018 04:40:45 +0000
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• Re: Ideas about 90amp Alt for Diesel Van
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 19:20:19 -0800
  ...would be an altenator with a different shaft/pulley causing belt alignment probs. Alistair >I had a customer call me today about putting a...
• Trade 87 SAAB 900 for vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Buffalo 66
  Thu, 18 Mar 2004 06:46:49 -0800
  ...Completely reliable, with a rebuilt transmission, new clutch, alignment, ft shocks, etc. comes with loads of spare parts. If you've never owned a...
• Dometic woes
  Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
  Fri, 10 Aug 2007 20:08:24 -0600
  ...Any ideas on how to loosen this up? As for the possibility that the thermocouple is not in alignment with the flame: anyway to...
• Re: Front spring question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:58:25 -0400
  ...What this means is that any handling degradation you feel is mostly due to alignment change that occurs as the ride height changes over...
• Re: 84 Westy -- Shock Questions
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Fri, 2 Apr 2010 04:56:04 -0700
  ...And ride height can really vary if the > suspension is not "settled" properly. > I laugh when I see so called suspension experts and alignment...
• Re: What do I need?
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Sat, 24 Nov 2007 13:12:19 -0800
  ...If the problem has been > wheel alignment, I'll know it. > > Fingers crossed! > > Maybe there's something on my poor mileage page that will...
• Re: Upper Control Arm Camber Nut
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 14 May 2024 19:30:53 -0400
  ...Arm Camber nut came loose again, following a > "profession" VW mechanic alignment. It was totally disengaged, and the > whole front end was loose. > > So...
• New to this Game
  Historical mailing list - Munga Correa
  Mon, 3 May 1999 14:11:32 EDT
  ...I just got the oil changed and i am getting an alignment tomorrow. I am very aware of the head gasket problem with these...
• Re: Drive without a driveshaft?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Fri, 24 May 2002 15:40:28 -0700
  new tires, alignment, problem with front axles, problem with front diff? front end problems (bearings, bushings, ball joints)? bill On Friday, May 24, 2002...
• Re: Well blow me down!
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Keefer
  Wed, 20 Nov 2002 15:56:48 -0800
  ...up, new brakes, recharge AC and new AC Pump, new tires, alignment, emissions repairs etc)... I dont want to deal with this thing now...
• Re: Tune up?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 13 Jan 2003 10:18:14 -0800
  ...Add to that the alignment problems and ... Well time to look it over. Mike On 1/13/03 5:02 AM, "G.M.Bulley...
• Re: Air conditioning makes it rain inside the bus.
  Historical mailing list - Debra Clark
  Sun, 3 Aug 2003 17:08:33 -0700
  ...They had come out of alignment. Now all is well. Debra Clark Santee, CA ----- Original Message ----- From: "VWNut Hawk" <vwnut@HAWKCOMPUTING.COM> To: <vanagon...
• camber out of whack?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Kennedy
  Sun, 14 Sep 2003 09:08:45 -0700
  ...bushings, I figured it would be a good idea for an alignment. So, I took it in, but the shop says they can't...
• Re: Jetta 92 problem
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 12 May 2004 21:37:02 -0700
  Worn or out of alignment shift linkage. David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3 http://www...
• Re: while changing UCA bushings, what else should I do?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 18:36:51 -0700
  ...You are going to need an alignment afterwards anyway. I went all the way and replaced the lower control arm bushings at the same...
• Re: ps rack install tips?
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Thu, 20 Oct 2005 16:11:26 -0400
  ...That is also what someone is supposed to use when they are doing a front-end alignment. If the rack is centered, then you...
• Re: Steering Rack - 85' Vanagon GL w/power Steering
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 12 Feb 2003 23:54:28 -0600
  ...You might have the front end alignment checked after doing this. Also, don't waste your money on a used unit from wrecking yard...
• Re: Vanagon fuel filter mod for my 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Sat, 6 Apr 2019 17:17:37 -0400
  ...comcast.net> wrote: > Just about to wrap things up, get an alignment and have fun with my 84 > this summer! > > > > > > Quick question, do you...
• Re: Install grease fitting on upper control arm bushing(s)
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 27 May 2018 03:36:22 -0400
  ...solution… >> >> Not inexpensive but when you factor in only doing the alignment once, it >> starts to look much more cost effective. >> >> (It drives better...
• Re: Rear tire angle
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 1 May 2012 07:50:35 -0400
  ...luck trying to adjust that. > > > Rear camber is probably the easiest alignment setting to adjust on a > Vanagon. Loosen the bolt at the front...
• Shift Problem after engine install?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 11 Jan 1995 10:02:52 -0500
  ...Anyway, has anyone had this problem before? Is it just a re-alignment problem or does the shifter need adjustment? Please e-mail me...
• steering feedback
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 25 Sep 2004 15:07:07 -0700
  ...the front end checked (replaced one ball joint and did an alignment - they said the rest of the front end components looked OK). The...
• Re: long term parking on hills
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 Jan 2013 10:53:31 -0800
  ...Could be poor door alignment and-or a failing seal, but I'm about certain that parking on a hill exacerbates the issue. Neil...
• hit a boulder and a light pole
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Thu, 17 Nov 2016 23:28:16 -0500
  ...After replacing the tire, I found that the alignment is off, the passenger side wheel is pointing right while the drivers side is pointing...
• upper ball joints
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Tue, 4 Aug 2009 16:05:34 -0600
  ...Had an alignment done at Foreign Aide in Albuquerque and everything looks good. Just thought I would bring this to your attention. Warren in...
• FS: 1989 Silver Synchro GL <--On the Block
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Jun 96 21:13:22 -0500 (CDT)
  ...Transaxle (warranty) Rotors, pads, fluid, alignment Tires - Dunlop P205/70R14 Water Pump 1 cracked cylinder head -leaking outside (warranty) Van gets 19-22 MPG...
• Re: Vibrations: the usual suspects
  Historical mailing list - Jim & Melody
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 22:07:06 -0600
  ...check > the tires for balance. > Has anyone experienced such a vibration. Alignment, engine or tranny > mounts, CV's(inner or outer)? Any thoughts on...
• Re: Koni Shock adjustment?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 4 Jan 2011 16:03:39 -0800
  ...I had the alignment shop check it out; they >> ended up replacing a ball joint and a tie rod end. I figured if I...
• Re: FOR SALE: Vanagon alternator, five alloys, tow hitch, 90 Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - Rick Berman
  Thu, 21 Sep 2000 10:41:44 -0600
  ...window sticker. >New Blaupunkt CD, new rear hatch struts, new alignment. >Expensive. Very very clean. Drives like a 2 ton vehicle with a 95...
• Re: Ball joints replacement
  Historical mailing list - mike and becky
  Sun, 23 Aug 1998 13:16:01 -0400
  ...You will need to have wheel alignment done after the > joints are replaced. If you are near southern Illinois drop by and I > will...
• Re: Power steering rack - how to tell when it is bad?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:33:26 -0400
  ...Then had a quality alignment done by a knowledgable Vanagon shop. > > I'm not seeing a dramatic difference in handling. > > Last piece of the...
• Re: '82 Diesel vanagon. Longer replacement alternator pulley spindle
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Sun, 21 Aug 2022 14:30:19 -0700
  ...My alternator pulley is also about 1/4" out of alignment. I've chosen to not worry about it and just replace the belt...
• Virginia CL find - Aircooled Westy with bad engine
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Thu, 27 Jun 2013 06:59:10 -0700
  ...The paint itself has a number of runs, but looks good from a few feet away. --New tie rods and ends, plus alignment --New...