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• Re: Handling + Stopping?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 26 Jun 2003 09:42:31 +1200
  ...Low stiff sidewalls with grippy tread pattern/compound allow these vans to be really belted along tight twisty roads (T2s too!), but a Westy...
• Re: Air Conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 27 Sep 2021 17:04:03 -0400
  ...10:20: >>> >>> Please read the MSDS sheet for this compound. CAS is the chemical abstracts number. We chemists check these things before we screw...
• Re: Another Bus Depot side tent question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 8 Aug 2020 12:30:40 -0400
  ...Eric > On Aug 8, 2020, at 11:23 AM, Geoffrey Toye <geoffreytoye@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Ha Ha, that would be an entire compound for...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:30:18 -0400
  ...When it leaks out not all of the compounds leak out at the same rate. So when you just add you lose a lot...
• Re: Choosing a case sealer
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 26 Aug 2011 06:34:10 -0400
  ...There are 3 different compounds for specific uses. I'm not in position at the moment to elaborate, but tomorrow when I'm in...
• Re: Agilis Nokian Hybrid Tires
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:48:50 -0400
  ...The Hakka CS is basically a mud/snow tire with a tread compound that provides so reasonable life for all season use. The high...
• Re: gov't sure fire way to destroy an engine Re: about oil additives
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 4 Aug 2009 11:45:54 -0700
  ...Glass is supercooled liquid >>>> silicon dioxide. >>> >>> "Sodium silicate is the common name for a compound sodium metasilicate, >>> Na2SiO3, also known as water glass or...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 7 Apr 2003 - Special issue (#2003-388)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 8 Apr 2003 14:01:29 -0400
  ...vanagon Digest - 7 Apr 2003 - Special issue (#2003-388) Fred, The anti-seize is a greased base metal compound . The grease clearly gets cooked...
• Re: winterizing
  Historical mailing list - JOHN WESTENBERG
  Tue, 7 Oct 2003 10:45:01 -0600
  ...Now we use a deicing compound. The highways of Montana use gravel and sand. I think it is because we are a poor state...
• Re: 15" wheels and tires from GoWesty
  Historical mailing list - Steve Russell
  Fri, 6 Aug 2004 14:58:28 -0700
  ...When putting on the new wheels should I use anti-sieze compounds? > >> > >>Also, should I just torque them down as tight as I can...
• Re: snow tires-check this site!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 17 Dec 2013 00:05:17 -0500
  ...it's not only their tread design, it's the rubber compound used too - specifically formulated for ice and snow and cold slippery surfaces...
• Day 4 (west to east)
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 11 Jul 2002 01:11:58 -0400
  ...I made one bad decision (trying to maintain 30mph in 2nd gear) and almost compounded it with a second (took too long to hit...
• Re: how to remove driver's side "engine tin" pushrod cover
  Historical mailing list - millo fenzi
  Wed, 20 Jul 2005 08:46:37 -0700
  ...Also pick up a tube of anti-seize compound. Home Depot also carries some metric hardware. As a last resort you may have to...
• Re: acetone
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 6 Oct 2005 12:13:58 -0700
  ...acetone > An organic solvent is a liquid which is based upon carbon-containing > compounds, in contrast to an aqueous solvent, which is a liquid...
• Re: Mushy Brakes update
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Sun, 19 Mar 2000 19:48:47 -0800
  ...Could be due to poor batch of rubber compound and crap in the brake fluid or simply old age. It is rubber and it...
• Re: What Octane Fuel?
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Thu, 2 May 2002 11:36:51 -0400
  ...So put in what the fuel sticker says, and imagine that extra $3.50 per tankful compounding interest for the next 30 years. Developing...
• Re: POR Patch as a seam sealer?
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Fri, 21 Mar 2008 17:56:33 +0000
  ...windows, the Camper Outlets, whatever. > > You can spray the rust oxidating compounds, > > and hope they penetrate as deeply as possible. ( wouldnt count on that...
• Re: Okay -- is there a real fix for floppy mirrors?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 6 Sep 2013 19:08:48 -0700
  ...I've tried using some high-tack gasket compound. I'm about at the stage of gumming everything together with contact cement. Is there...
• Re: Lug Nuts for Audi 5000 Turbo Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sun, 26 Oct 2003 01:49:07 EST
  ...This of course is compounded with 5mm spacers too. :) The fronts have spacers that are 25mm thick and I used Audi bolts to attach...
• Re: sodium valve idea
  Historical mailing list - Bostig Eng
  Wed, 1 Nov 2006 20:58:42 -0500
  ...although VW did introduce the >> first compound curve multi layer PCB with surface mount LEDS for shift >> indicators when they could have used a...
• Re: My Vanagon's blinking coolant light problem vs other peoples'---it all blends together ~ Now ~ BIG Oooops
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 14 Jan 2015 21:16:51 -0700
  ...similar to this, but to my recollection not > exactly line this. Compounding that is the fact that coolant light blinking > is such a common...
• Re: dometic 182b question
  Historical mailing list - Mary Creasy
  Tue, 8 Nov 2005 21:29:56 -0500
  ...the tube like this.I also tried to use heat sink compound. > The type that goes between electronic heat sinks and the > chassis. Also...
• Re: Oil and Coolant Reccomendations
  Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
  Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:34:26 -0500
  ...higher in calcium and magnesium ions and their compounds). Phosphates are excellent for preventing rust (they act like a coating) and keeping dissolved metals...
• Re: Is lifting a Westie bed really this simple?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Tue, 25 May 1999 16:04:39 -0400
  ...Raising the bench in sitting position is compounding the problem. There are hinges available which raise the bed in sleeping position only. I have...
• Re: slow van, overheating, fast white westy on 91
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 11 Jul 2005 11:57:21 -0700
  Those are compound compound losses, Dennis. And I don't remember him saying anything about 3,200 rpm. I do know that I drive...
• lanolin, was Re: little vanagon content -cosmoline vs wd40
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:30:24 -0700
  ...and also i believe they add some sort of rust > inhibiting compound. > > goes on like thick grease, it acts as a moisture barrier and...
• Re: dometic 182b question
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Tue, 8 Nov 2005 08:04:33 -0800
  ...the tube like this.I also tried to use heat sink compound. The type > that goes between electronic heat sinks and the > chassis. Also...
• Re: Causes of Brake Pull at Highway Speeds? (and some trip pics)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 11 May 2013 10:50:07 -0700
  ...wasn't that good and the new tires (soft winter tread compound) are now bringing a poor camber adjustment to light? It's always...
• Re: 15" wheels and tires from GoWesty
  Historical mailing list - MC
  Fri, 6 Aug 2004 15:55:58 -0700
  ...When putting on the new wheels should I use anti-sieze compounds? >> >>Also, should I just torque them down as tight as I can...
• Re: Dielectric grease
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 5 Mar 2014 20:30:38 -0500
  ...light sockets (4), and I intend to pack them full of compound to keep the > > salt air and occasional hurricane winds from driving anything...
• Re: These German ATE Pads ever sold by VW Dealerships as OEM? (pics)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 5 Apr 2009 11:21:43 -0500
  ...And a lot of things drive changes, like the removal of asbestos from brake pads or new & better compounds. The last thing I would...
• Re: Winch for Westy
  Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
  Sat, 20 Nov 2021 03:28:37 -0600
  ...I used connector potting compound, but silicon sealer would work just as well. Keep it plugged into the connectors on the front and rear...
• Re: Fordzilla
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Sun, 2 May 1999 10:15:35 -0700
  ...em at all just don't dip it in valve grinding compound first. to Jsnyder@davis.com I have a westie side tent I...
• Re: Brush painting questions
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 17 Jan 2001 16:33:48 -0700
  ...Good brush technique may > decrease the amount of sanding/rubbing/buffing necessary to get the desired > gloss but given enough rubbing compound and cheese...
• Re: Disc Brakes - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 4 Dec 2015 18:10:20 -0500
  ...For the 8 screws that hold the caliper to the bracket they use some locking compound. Some pad sets will include new ones and...
• Re: performance tires
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 20 Jun 1996 12:36:39 +1200
  ...With soft compound tyres and dry road...I don't know (and I'm not about to experiment, either :-). IMHO (hah!) the major handling...
• Re: Snow newbie needs snow tire recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Cullen Stewart
  Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:29:22 -0400
  ...They are severe weather rated, relatively quiet and have that grippy sand type compound in them. They are superior to my studded uglies on...
• Re: insulating hot side of Dometic refer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 25 Sep 2011 11:39:54 -0400
  ...What is the best choice these days for a heat transfer compound to put between the cold-pipe and aluminum fins inside the fridge...
• Re: lug nuts--broke a socket--socket strength investigations...
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 7 Apr 1998 10:18:42 -0700
  ...torquing them to spec, and still having problems, then you might want to try using an anti-seize compound. Mark McCulley 87 syncro Westy
• Re: Insulation behind Dometic fridge?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:04:25 -0700
  ...I'm sure this compounds the problem. > > Will installing insulation make *that* much of a difference in terms > of how well a Dometic cools...
• Propane Tank Gauge
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Dec 95 10:03:50 mdt
  Merry Xmas Everybody!! Just so that everyone understands - - propane is a hydrocarbon compound with a vapor pressure somewhat greater than atmospheric pressure. This means...
• Re: how to remove driver's side "engine tin" pushrod cover
  Historical mailing list - J Roth
  Wed, 20 Jul 2005 10:49:34 -0500
  ...Also pick up a tube of anti-seize compound. Home Depot >also carries some metric hardware. As a last resort you may have to...
• Re: WR-C, CS, and C2 Nokian tire questions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 4 Nov 2008 17:17:10 -0800
  ...and hot weather use? > (I think it has a softer rubber compound) > > Or would I be better off running these year round (though they...
• Re: Shocks and brake job, one question
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 19:42:42 -0400
  ...New Enduro shoes > from autohausaz (bought these before reading advice about better choices) > look decent, and appear to use a semi-metallic compound. > > Still...
• Re: What to do with my pop top interior?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 14 Aug 2020 22:39:51 +0000
  ...scissors or utility knife to cut.  I also used it on compound exterior corners with beautiful results...just clever notching and a little patience...
• Re: Which tachometer? 400-1300Hz or 800-2400Hz
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 1 May 2011 10:49:46 -0700
  ...Since the alternator is belt > driven and often by a compound pulley system there is not any known > exact frequency that means an exact...
• Re: distilled water & wbx reliabilty
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 18 Feb 2002 12:17:39 -0800
  ...I'm mainly concerned about the calcium, magnesium, iron, aluminum, etc. compounds. These impurities which give us "hard" water can contribute to deposits in...
• Re: My Bucko update
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 18:24:58 -0500
  ...a lot of water. > >> > >> Jay > > > > > > After the alcohol combines with the water, does that compound mix throughly > > with the > > gasoline in the tank? > > > > Dana > >
• Re: toothpaste
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:29:55 -0500
  ...Applied toothpaste as the grinding >> agent, much like lapping compound for lapping valves to the seats in >> the heads. It is a VERY slow...
• Re: Torque wrench usage
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 6 Aug 2003 13:25:27 -0600
  ...Another option for thread preparation is a thread locking compound, such as from Locktite�, Wurth�, and Devcon�. This is a fluid that is applied...
• Re: Bulley website/pages and a crazy idea
  Historical mailing list - James Fritz
  Sun, 5 Oct 2003 20:41:04 -0500
  ...some "Ice and Water Guard" that was basically a rubber/asphalt compound that had an incredibly sticky backing to it. Came in 30" roll...
• Re: poptop paint
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 11 Jun 2015 09:17:00 -0700
  ...Only the manufacturer can specify what tinting compounds can be added, and they will be part of their system. The more sophisticated the paint...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 03:57:54 -0500
  ...When it leaks out not all of the compounds leak out at > the same rate. So when you just add you lose a lot...
• Re: Anyone ever tried this on their vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Thu, 16 Aug 2001 00:02:59 -0700
  ...are easy to tease out in a mechanical one (this mollecular > compound burns with more energy than this one). > > A biological system... We still...
• Re: OT: Window Glass
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 16:38:54 -0500
  ...I've removed similar schmutz from glass with automotive polishing compound, Dura-Glit, or Nevr Dull. From historic, walkable Mount Olive, NC, G. Matthew...
• Re: 2nd opinion wtd: Compression vs Head gasket leak
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 28 Jan 2004 15:35:16 -0500
  ...This in itself is confusing, compounded by his offer to > sell me a later model/lower mileage Vanagon. I truly wish he hadn't...
• If the gasket didn't seep, the coolant coolant residue wouldn't be there.
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 13:28:42 -0800
  ...The problem is compounded in >>areas of little flow or slow leak sites. All the heavy duty trucks and >>many diesels demand distilled water...
• Re: Mobil I ... negative..(from digest)
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 5 Oct 2007 14:20:54 -0400
  ...The copper strip rating is determined by ASTM D-130 which is designed to assess the relative degree of corrosivity of the sulphur compounds...
• Re: Broke it better
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:17:55 -0700
  ...ancillary item not even the target of the job breaking and compounding the hassle and the expense tenfold. Drop a ring down the drain...
• Re: Cause of brake rotor warping
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 13 Sep 2013 11:18:39 -0700
  ...Finding the proper brake pad compound and understanding it, that too was very important....The basics are that soft pads work better at lower...