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  • Re: Recommendations for Aux battery hardware
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 13 Oct 2015 18:38:47 -0400
    ...a 12 volt adaptor for items would be a plus. I’ll be watching the other thread about batteries for tips there but I...
  • Re: List Vendors ignoring people
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Sat, 18 Dec 2004 07:38:49 +0000
    ...Engineering (not a list vendor >but...) when I wanted to order adaptor axles etc. No reply no reply >no reply... finally I redid the...
  • Re: Silver socket for your John Deere.
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
    Tue, 7 Feb 2006 17:07:30 -0800
    ...By the way, if I remember correctly, I believe that BMW motorcycle dealers sell an adaptor that allows you to plug the "little male...
  • Re: (Part II) Clutch Dies in Cold Weather
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 6 Nov 2007 12:19:14 -0800
    ...vets would be great - Thanks, > > > > > > Ben > > > 88 Wofsburg Weekender ej22 (KEP adaptor) > > > > > > > > -- > Neil Nicholson. 1981 Air Cooled Westfalia - > "Jaco" (Bustorius) > > http://web.mac.com...
  • List messages: Re: Starter for Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:10:48 -0400
    ...been common knowledge forever. >> >>>>> BTW, if you had some of my adaptors and new SR0425N starters you >> >>>>> wouldn't have to put that crap...
  • Preliminary Tools List
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 10 Feb 1995 10:19:00 -0600 (CST)
    ...A 1/2" to 3/8" adaptor bit is nice, too. Craftsman 1/2" bi-directional goes 20-150 pounds, part # (9)44543, and...
  • Re: Head light mystery
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 17 Jun 2022 21:00:28 -0400
    ...was failing. >> >> I had all ready purchased the replacement fuel line adaptor kit from GW so >> they popped that on for me, so no...
  • Re: (Part II) Clutch Dies in Cold Weather
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 6 Nov 2007 12:41:01 -0800
    ...vets would be great - Thanks, > > > > > > Ben > > > 88 Wofsburg Weekender ej22 (KEP adaptor) > > > > > > > > -- > Neil Nicholson. 1981 Air Cooled Westfalia - > "Jaco" (Bustorius) > > http://web.mac.com...
  • Re: stereo
    Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
    Tue, 9 Sep 2008 10:08:33 -0400
    ...from the upper bunk at night! > > You will need an antenna adaptor, Best Buy will charge you $15 or you can > get it on...
  • Re: FS: '91 Syncro SVX Ebay
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
    Wed, 8 Feb 2006 11:46:32 -0800
    ...H4s, ProjektZwo fogs, Bilstein shocks, K&N springs, Porsche wheels, wheel adaptors, SA big brake kit, etc.). My Vanagon was not viewed as an...
  • Idea! Please review- Clutch Dies in Cold Weather
    Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
    Tue, 6 Nov 2007 11:19:39 -0700
    ...vets would be great - Thanks, >> >> Ben >> 88 Wofsburg Weekender ej22 (KEP adaptor) >> > -- Ben Cichowski Assistant Director for Training cichowski@montana.edu Phone 406.994...
  • Re: Audi 100/200 callipers PHOTOS
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Thu, 12 Feb 2004 06:36:20 +0000
    ...piston version >should fit also with only litle modification of the adaptors. >290x25mm front vented, 245x10mm rear > >I just uploaded a few new photos...
  • Re: Vintage machines
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Sun, 22 Jan 2023 02:04:05 +0000
    ...at venders like Uniwerks, or creative solutions like the Mullendore starter adaptor.  Folks seem to be continuing to support our vans.  Even metal evaporation...
  • Re: Wheel alternative failure?..
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:27:31 +1200
    ...the wheels later, as most cars center bores ARE load-carrying. Adaptors can stress the studs if they're too thick and the studs...
  • Re: White Westy convoy, I-4 gasser advice
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:12:41 -0700
    ...the systems to be compatible between brands, buy all kinds of adaptor plates, rework the cooling systems, cross-pollinate engine management systems, find different...
  • Re: Oil Temp Sender and Gauge
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:03:38 -0700
    ...oil temp > > gauge to work. > > > > The sender connects to a threaded adaptor that replaces the oil relief > > plug - which I imagine many of you...
  • Re: I am considering installing an auxiliary oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:03:27 -0700
    ...11705 Oil Cooler Kit Complete, 72 Plate with "Sandwich" Oil Filter Adaptor $132.00" shown on http://www.bus-boys.com/oilcoolingremote.html -- is...
  • Re: Cooling System Project (Tools)
    Historical mailing list - Nathan Mc Blain
    Sat, 24 Mar 2007 16:26:41 -0700
    ...Sounds like you bought a Napa testing kit and added an additional adaptor. Maybe it's on a web site of Napa? Total cost...
  • Re: List messages: Re: Starter for Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Fri, 16 Oct 2020 19:33:04 -0500
    ...been common knowledge forever. >>> >>>>>> BTW, if you had some of my adaptors and new SR0425N starters you >>> >>>>>> wouldn't have to put that crap...
  • Re: Trip report Busses By the Bridge
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sat, 21 Jan 2023 16:38:39 -0800
    ...And, I did purchase his adaptor in anticipation of installing a new Gear reduction starter in my 84. >>> >>> Probably one of the most surprising...
  • Re: I am considering installing an auxiliary oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:59:18 -0700
    ...11705 Oil Cooler Kit Complete, 72 Plate with > "Sandwich" Oil Filter Adaptor $132.00" shown on > http://www.bus-boys.com/oilcoolingremote.html -- is...
  • Re: Hail & Well Met! (/f early)
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Henricks
    Fri, 15 Mar 1996 14:17:23 -0800 (PST)
    ...I am going to wire > up a cigareete lighter for them in the Bus so they can run an adaptor to > power the Boom...
  • Re: Has anyone saved a burnt engine?
    Historical mailing list - zolo
    Mon, 3 Mar 2003 12:38:16 -0800
    ...installer may not have connected a hose or >left the >brittle adaptor on the firewall, and gasoline leaked out. The engine >was >running, the...
  • Gerbil engine replacement, part I
    Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
    Thu, 04 Jul 1996 12:30:52 -0600
    ...It looks like the answer is: - distributor and mounting bracket - fuel pump, drive rod, and mounting adaptor - generator and generator stand (includes oil filler...
  • Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
    Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
    Thu, 12 Mar 2015 22:19:00 -0600
    ...I attempted pressing a lower ball joint, but the > >> > adaptor > >> > > pushed through the ball joint shoulders, ruining it. Can anyone > >> > recommend a > >> > > specific ball...
  • Re: home engine repair happenings: final fixes and oil presssurelight woes
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 13 Mar 2001 10:56:05 -0600
    ...So I just ran > >the VDO Adaptor hose to the oil pressure spot below #3 & #4. Mounted the > >sender to the pushrod tube tin...
  • Re: Starter related question.
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 15 Jul 2016 08:51:50 -0400
    ...Once I have confirmation the starter is indeed dead, I am debating a shift to a TDi starter (SR0408X) w/ adaptor, rather than another...
  • Re: Progress with my 89 Bluestar project
    Historical mailing list - George
    Mon, 30 Dec 2013 20:07:35 -0600
    ...I got that wrong. >> I managed to get hoses connected to the radiator and back, not exactly factory spec but new hoses with adaptors...
  • Re: small car VW engine conversion
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 24 Feb 2004 11:23:13 +1300
    ...The same KEP flywheel & adaptor plate fits all EG/EJ engines. A stock 12V VW starter will be plenty, no need for "upgrades" if...
  • Re: Idea! Please review- Clutch Dies in Cold Weather
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 6 Nov 2007 10:42:36 -0800
    ...vets would be great - Thanks, > >> > >> Ben > >> 88 Wofsburg Weekender ej22 (KEP adaptor) > >> > > > > -- > Ben Cichowski > Assistant Director for Training > cichowski@montana.edu > Phone 406.994...
  • Re: Measuring fuel pressure
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Thu, 30 Aug 2007 20:18:00 -0500
    ...Analog Electric Oil/Fuel pressure sender (a >commonly available unit used in some car), connected >with adaptor to the fuel pressure test point and...
  • Re: Vintage machines
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sat, 21 Jan 2023 18:27:45 -0800
    ...at venders like Uniwerks, or creative solutions like the Mullendore starter adaptor. Folks seem to be continuing to support our vans. Even metal evaporation...
  • Re: 1.9 to 2.1 wbx swap questions
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Mon, 14 Oct 2002 08:26:51 -0400
    ...junction to the front side of the firewall, and a short adaptor hose cut from an old 1.9 hose. Karl ----- Original Message ----- > Karl...
  • Re: K&N Cone filters Cold Air Intake for vanagon-eliminate factory airbox
    Historical mailing list - P.Dooley
    Sun, 26 Dec 2004 10:57:45 -0500
    ...to the AFM: >http://www.sonic.net/~its4pla/ebay/K&N-Adaptor.jpg > this will allow you to eliminate your factory airbox and run...
  • Custom Oil/Tranny Coolers for automatic vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Tue, 12 May 2009 00:50:37 -0400
    ...11705 Oil Cooler Kit Complete, 72 Plate with "Sandwich" Oil Filter Adaptor $132.00 NOTE: ZAP-11705 is recommended only for Vanagon Wasserboxers from...
  • Re: Vintage machines
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Sun, 22 Jan 2023 02:31:09 +0000
    ...at venders like Uniwerks, or creative solutions like the Mullendore starter adaptor.  Folks seem to be continuing to support our vans.  Even metal evaporation...
  • Re: Early vanagon slider handle rear interior location
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:23:49 -0400
    ...OK, we need someone like Alistair or Karl to fabricate the adaptor. Having the interior handle makes shutting the slider so much nicer. I...
  • Re: Clarify On Board Propane used outside
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Wed, 8 Jul 2009 07:35:22 -0400
    ...camp stove, Heater, water heater, >and lantern. >I know how and have used the adaptors and t's to use a 20LB tank that...
  • Ultimate Fix #2
    Historical mailing list - Alpha Auto Sales
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 15:26:33 -0700
    ...A trip to the hardware store will get you a 2 foot or so piece of hose to extend the funnel above the adaptor...
  • Re: Was Brake Rotor Squeal. Now tuning and timing research
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Sun, 10 Jun 2001 03:55:38 -0500
    ...So as soon as I get some adaptor fittings I'll test > > out my fuel pressure which I have never done yet. The gauge...
  • Re: A bit rough idle, running. Unbalanced injectors?
    Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
    Sun, 19 Aug 2007 13:46:43 -0600
    ...Other than buying expensive equipment such as Ross-tech engine program+adaptor or an oscilloscope). Hence having checked spark plugs, I couldn't think...
  • Re: List messages: Re: Starter for Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
    Fri, 16 Oct 2020 18:19:59 -0700
    ...been common knowledge forever. > > >>> > > >>>>>> BTW, if you had some of my adaptors and new SR0425N starters you > > >>> > > >>>>>> wouldn't have to put that crap...
  • Re: List messages: Re: Starter for Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Sat, 17 Oct 2020 01:28:57 +0000
    ...been common knowledge forever. >>> >>>>>> BTW, if you had some of my adaptors and new SR0425N starters you >>> >>>>>> wouldn't have to put that crap...
  • Re: engine swap
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 11 Aug 1999 22:16:56 -0700
    ...would the importing >fees cost with shipping to get these parts, (adaptor and rear support) >on my door step..... Did I mention I want...
  • Re: speaker wires
    Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
    Thu, 25 Jan 2001 12:14:48 -0500
    ...They mentioned that a "floating ground adaptor" could be purchased for $50 that would allow the use of the factory wiring but the tech...
  • Re: 86 fuel filter fix and frustrations...
    Historical mailing list - The Old Volks Home
    Mon, 30 Sep 2002 11:09:28 -0700
    ...a 185mm long piece of 7mm hose, then leave that $42 adaptor out entirely. If I was a greenhorn at the VW Dealer Parts...
  • Re: Stereo Installation question: 83 Westfalia
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 3 Jul 2001 13:15:42 -0700
    ...They mentioned that a "floating ground adaptor" could be purchased for $50 that would allow the use of the factory wiring but the tech...
  • Re: White Westy convoy, I-4 gasser advice
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 16 Aug 2011 22:42:13 -0700
    ...the systems to be compatible > between brands, buy all kinds of adaptor plates, rework the cooling > systems, > cross-pollinate engine management systems, find different...
  • Re: Clarify On Board Propane used outside
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 7 Jul 2009 20:31:13 -0700
    ...camp stove, Heater, water heater, > and lantern. > I know how and have used the adaptors and t's to use a 20LB tank that...
  • Re: Cool idea for table
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 16 Jun 2023 18:51:18 -0400
    ...Some examples, Karl Mullendore starter adaptor. Now copied on one of the vendors Bombay pop top lifters now at the venders And the Bues...
  • Re: inline 4 swap
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Mon, 18 May 2009 16:42:02 -0700
    ...No need to cut. > > Though I used a KEP adaptor plate, I had to cut the input shaft on my > air cooled tranny. I...
  • Re: Replace Heads or Engine? I-4.
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 13 Nov 2010 13:06:12 -0800
    ...With the Kennedy adaptor it might make the project much more attractive to those of us so inclined. I'll admit I'm unlikely...
  • Re: Ultimate Fix #2
    Historical mailing list - Matt F
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 21:38:49 -0400
    ...A trip to the hardware store will get you a 2 > foot or so piece of hose to extend the funnel above the adaptor...
  • Re: Ultimate Fix #2
    Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 15:45:09 -0700
    ...A trip to the hardware store will get you a 2 >foot or so piece of hose to extend the funnel above the adaptor...
  • Re: whistling engines again (was RE: GET BACK ON TOPIC!)
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Thu, 19 Aug 2004 01:40:04 -0400
    ...Hoffman said last time he saw an intermittent power problem at high > speeds he put in what he called a "wiring harness adaptor to...
  • Re: RedTek and the Sight Glass
    Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
    Thu, 29 Aug 2013 04:14:12 +0000
    ...87 Westy system removed and a vacuum pulled, then put > the adaptor on the low side plug and started installing the RedTek. After a...
  • Re: [vanagon] Vanagon re-power cheap & reliable
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sun, 28 Oct 2007 19:53:33 -0700
    ...BUT!---you'll need different mounts, bell housing > or adaptor plates, and much MUCH more. Not an 'easy' or bolt-in > conversion, ya gotta...
  • Update on my engine swap (very long)
    Historical mailing list - Simon Reinhardt
    Sun, 20 Oct 2002 22:54:31 -0600
    ...pipe to the water pump on a Rabbit was a perfect adaptor! I used the original 2.1 expansion tank instead of the diesel...
  • Re: Vintage machines
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Sun, 22 Jan 2023 03:19:56 +0000
    ...at venders like Uniwerks, or creative solutions like the Mullendore starter adaptor.  Folks seem to be continuing to support our vans.  Even metal evaporation...
  • Re: Catalina 2500 Awning Installation
    Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
    Tue, 9 May 2000 19:29:26 EDT
    ...Three van adaptor > brackets were supplied in the kit and, while it said only two were > needed, I installed all three. I did the...