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  • '87 igniton/starting problem update + a tip
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 14 Sep 1996 18:55:24 -0400
    ...First thing I spotted out of the ordinary was the rubber boot over the electrical terminal on the starter was off. AH HA!! This...
  • starter woes
    Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
    Wed, 25 Jun 1997 17:25:39 -0700
    ...This plus the rubber boot make for an (almost) watertight high current seal, Syncro style. Is your cable the real one??? Should be very...
  • Re: Rear sidemarker lens issue
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Sun, 30 Mar 2008 09:56:04 -0800
    ...Countless Vanagons have suffered from major corrosion inside the front/side marker light boot. Design flaw. Mark Neil Crawford wrote: > Hi volks, > > I believe...
  • Re: CV Joints
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sun, 27 Apr 2014 18:02:10 -0700
    ...There have been discussions on the list about poor quality boots, so I'm sticking with OEM boots until they fail, and I'm...
  • Re: Transmission Bell Housing Question Help
    Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
    Tue, 31 Mar 2009 09:51:28 -0700
    The bosses on the gear housings were made "longer", towards the front, in about 87/88 to prevent the boot around the shift rod...
  • Front Syncro Axles FS (New)
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 17 Jan 1997 06:10:29 -0800
    ...Outer boots Are the White one, german new Cv joints. Rear axles, ALL Vanagons, New German boots & Joints $175.00 Each. Just passing on...
  • AFM upgrade
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Tue, 15 Jan 2002 11:36:35 -0800
    ...Does anoyone know why this rubber boot would have been removed other than to make this fix? Please advise. I don't want to...
  • Re: Westfalia Stickers $9.75
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 12 Oct 1998 15:33:35 EDT
    In a message dated 10/11/98 5:10:13 AM !!!First Boot!!!, skylight@HOME.COM writes: << upper case printing. I think these are...
  • compression
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Wooten
    Tue, 3 Oct 2000 20:43:06 EDT
    ...burning a little oil to boot... maybe a head job or is it worse than that chuck 81 vanagon (jack)
  • Re: i-4
    Historical mailing list - Kitzmann
    Thu, 29 Nov 2001 22:28:46 -0500
    ...Have also heard problems with the rubber boots that attach to the airbox and intake manifolds cracking. Dave K.
  • Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Tue, 16 Aug 2016 04:43:09 -0700
    ...I’ >> plan to get the better quality boots and have them ready to go. >>>> >>>> These tips are appreciated and I’ve read through them...
  • Re: Planning Trip--Tips?
    Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
    Sat, 1 Oct 1994 10:22:03 -0700 (PDT)
    ...I have 1 split CV joint boot (right inner), and 1 upper _ball joint_ boot. I will definitely replace both of them, and the...
  • Re: Trip report -- Florida Keys, State Parks, and Repairs
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Tue, 25 Jan 2011 18:03:05 -0600
    ...About 6K miles ago, I > had all of the CV boots replaced by a shop and they assured me they used > high quality boots...
  • Re: CV joints/Axle options
    Historical mailing list - T3 Technique
    Tue, 12 Mar 2019 11:06:47 -0700
    ...The GKN boots also don’t last very long in today environment. Rockford > boots are the way to go. > > Bill > > Sent from my iPhone...
  • Re: CV left front outer :( for'90 syncro westy
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 7 Nov 1996 22:45:57 -0500
    ...boot's slightly torn) & considering labor cost, what options would you consider if you were me? Preliminary cost queries revealed: $77.42 just boot...
  • Vallejo Car Show!!
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 18 Apr 1997 16:12:29 -0700
    ...We will have a booth, Mostly High Performance Water-Cooled car Garb, But I managed to squeeze a small amount of space to display...
  • Re: rear cv boots
    Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
    Thu, 27 Mar 2003 23:38:01 -0500
    ...I'd rather replace a half shaft than have to take the shaft apart, clean and repack 2 CVs, put the boots back on...
  • OME shock question regarding plastic caps/dust sleeves?
    Historical mailing list - Brian Butler
    Sat, 24 Jan 2004 12:36:40 -0800
    ...If so, any ideas on what aftermarket boot might be available for the OME's? Thanks in advance, Brian Butler
  • Re: CV Grease Kits
    Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
    Sat, 22 Oct 2005 10:55:20 -0700
    ...could be slipped under > the rubber in a boot and the grease squirted itno the boot to pack it > without having to remove the...
  • Re: Replacing Ignition Coil
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Thu, 25 Aug 2005 16:27:47 -0600
    ...With any vehicle the plug wires will sometimes "weld" themselves on to the coil or distributor with the boots. Carefully pry up the edges...
  • Removing window seals
    Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
    Thu, 1 Feb 2007 09:21:29 -0800
    ...Is it better to do this barefooted or with boots on (if I wear the boots, I will at least take all the bits...
  • Re: Crowded at the polls today
    Historical mailing list - Tony Collins
    Tue, 4 Nov 2008 10:37:38 -0500
    I thought that booth felt a little cramped....... :) But yes, I did my duty first thing this morning. On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at...
  • help! vanagon booted
    Historical mailing list - Steve Jevne
    Tue, 24 Oct 2000 17:47:49 EDT
    ...My vanagon needs to be up and running by the end of this month or it is getting booted from it's parking place...
  • 85GL won't turn over...help please?
    Historical mailing list - sleepingmonkey1
    Thu, 27 Feb 2003 21:27:08 -0500
    ...I have just finished replacing all the fuel lines in the engine compartment and the intake boots. I also replaced the injector seals. Now...
  • Re: CV Grease Kits
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Sat, 22 Oct 2005 13:52:57 -0500
    ...could be slipped under > the rubber in a boot and the grease squirted itno the boot to pack it > without having to remove the...
  • Re: CV Maintenance - Re-use old or new Rockford USA boots?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 18 Apr 2017 22:55:10 +0000
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  • Which is Best Vanagon Manual?
    Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
    Fri, 08 Nov 1996 14:25:45 -0600
    ...Magee 87 GL creampuff: "Das Boot" 76K
  • Total Brake Job (longish)
    Historical mailing list - Juha Koivisto
    Tue, 25 Apr 2000 08:26:18 +0300
    I did total brake job during last weekend. 'Total' means in my case changing the fluid, rear shoes and all seals and boots for...
  • DAS BOOT UPDATE
    Historical mailing list - Scott Hall
    Tue, 23 Feb 1999 00:08:20 -0600
    ...Das Boot Update: The problem of no spark was traced to a low voltage condition at the coil. The voltage was 3 volts and...
  • Re: 1991 westy: torn CV boots on AT - best course of action?
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Wed, 13 Jan 2016 21:33:25 -1000
    ...if it's from Germany and low >> mileage better repack them and fit new boots, better than to replace with >> parts w. unknown source....
  • CV joints/axles- new vs. rebuilt?
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 17 Oct 1996 12:29:38 PDT
    ...I can get new Lobro CVs for about $90 ea, or I can get a rebuilt axle with 2 new joints and boots for...
  • Re: Location of tranny number
    Historical mailing list - BILL
    Sun, 14 Mar 1999 13:10:53 -0700
    ...I have the >one that covers the guide pin on the rear shaft rod, however, I also need >the rubber boot right next to...
  • Want to trade?
    Historical mailing list - David Cooper
    Fri, 16 Mar 2001 13:51:57 EST
    ...1) Instrument cover(brown) 2) Rubber boot for the E-brake(brown) 3) Rubber boot for the stick shift(brown) 4) Black steering wheel...
  • Re: where's Gerry?
    Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
    Sat, 10 Apr 2004 23:14:43 -0400
    Nope, Only TK got the boot. SS left of his own accord after a wrist-slap, and pops back in from time to time...
  • The CV Joint saga: Conclusion
    Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
    Wed, 5 May 1999 14:11:54 -0500
    ...Then, the first guy who removed my cv, inserted the new boot without removing the old one. I kid you not! I didn't...
  • Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Tue, 16 Aug 2016 08:49:03 -0300
    ...I’ >> plan to get the better quality boots and have them ready to go. >>>> >>>> These tips are appreciated and I’ve read through them...
  • Re: Arizona emissions test
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Fri, 5 Jan 2001 17:55:53 EST
    ...In the booth, I started waving my arms frantically, and then burst out, yelling "Rear wheel drive!". >> Not emissions related but just as funny...
  • Thanks for info on CV joints
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 22 May 1996 14:46:30 -0700
    ...Went down to the local dealership to check on some boots and bolts just in case I needed some and learned that they now...
  • Re Stiffness - 3rd Gear
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Mon, 22 Sep 2003 10:41:47 -0600
    ...The noise was coming from the plastic joint under the rubber boot at the base of the shifter. I lifted the boot and greased...
  • Re: Injector Plug Rubber Boot Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 14 Apr 2017 20:56:15 +0000
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  • Re: 87 Synchro CV Boots
    Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
    Sun, 27 Oct 1996 12:09:49 -0500 (EST)
    > > > Peter > > > 1994 Syncro > > What? 1 9 9 4 Syncro? typo right? > > > > Eric > > Yes man! 1994 (eurovan) pickup crewcab diesel syncro > Snappy little title there...
  • MSW Rims
    Historical mailing list - Bernie Campoli
    Mon, 6 Oct 1997 06:10:04 -0500
    ...Bernie Campoli 87 Vanagon GL(Das Boot)
  • Re: CV clean & repack questions
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 17 Apr 2001 10:46:53 -0500
    ...If anyone has ever been in there to replace the boots before you'll most likley find the bolts difficult to work with.
  • Front brake caliper guide pins (Where to get?)
    Historical mailing list - BADASSBUS
    Wed, 12 Sep 2001 20:29:36 -0400
    I was wondering if anyone knows where to purchase new front brake caliper guide pins and boots? They are on my 87 syncro girling...
  • Re: Painting LVC
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
    Wed, 11 Oct 2006 19:50:01 -0700
    ...Robert > > how did you find a spray booth to rent? i wired spray booths for > years and always wanted to rent one out to...
  • CV boot replacement
    Historical mailing list - Steve Sullivan
    Tue, 8 Feb 2000 15:20:49 -0800
    I have some specific questions about replacing CV boots on my '84 Westy that I can't figure out from reading my Bentley Manual...
  • Re: Film of oil all over back hatch
    Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
    Mon, 7 Nov 2005 19:50:03 -0500
    ...on mine i suddenly realized i was looking at > moly grease and i had blown the boot right off of the right outer cv...
  • New Beetle and more at CarPoint
    Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
    Thu, 12 Mar 1998 11:01:22 -0800
    ...To take a look at the Volkswagen booth, go to http://carpoint.msn.com/Autoshow98/ShowFloor and either click on the Volkswagen Link to...
  • Re: Planning Trip--Tips?
    Historical mailing list - J. Walker
    Sat, 01 Oct 94 09:44:39 CDT
    ...please put new boots and grease on the joints before you go. and get some sort of cb radio to take with you. or...
  • Re: How does it leak in?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 7 Nov 2011 23:31:17 -0800
    ...Once the tube part of the >> boot is >> broken, you will get water in, right at the top of the hatch. And of >> course...
  • Re: Bad CV Joint Turns Vanagon back home
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sun, 13 Aug 2006 14:37:02 -0700
    ...My boots were OK, but the joints on one side were dry. I cut a small hole in each of the two possibly offending...
  • Re: SA T3 Ventilation System
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Sun, 4 May 2008 09:58:23 -0700
    What you are calling "a bigger cover around the shift boot, too" is likely a duct for the heater to the rear compartment seating...
  • Re: CV joint boots
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 16 Aug 2021 02:57:27 +0000
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  • Cv bolts replace or not?
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 11 May 1995 12:07:28 +0600
    I ordered boot kits today, but they didn't come with bolts. Do I absolutely have to replace them? I'm planning to start...
  • Re: Buses FS (CT,MA,NY Areas)
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 13 Mar 1997 23:26:09 -0500 (EST)
    << MRE'S, $35 per case; >> Hey, that's good eatin' ...... :<) chris (managed to force down my share of 'em while in boot camp at...
  • Re: CV joints/Axle options
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Mon, 11 Mar 2019 19:48:46 -0400
    ...CV Joints, and repack with Red Line grease! > As for boots, the GKN boots are OEM. > Stay away from the cheap china CV Axle...
  • Re: CV joints/Axle options
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 11 Mar 2019 18:34:19 -0600
    ...CV Joints, and repack with Red Line grease! > As for boots, the GKN boots are OEM. > Stay away from the cheap china CV Axle...
  • Re: '80 Vanagon tranny questions
    Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
    Wed, 03 Jan 1996 18:05:31 -0700
    ...My boot is history too, but I think my bushing is ok. you probably just need the bushing, although the boot would be nice...
  • Re: Gah. Inspections
    Historical mailing list - Dylan Spurgin
    Fri, 9 Aug 2002 00:57:40 -0500
    ...Sigh. > >CV boots torn on both front axles. Steering rack boots torn. The CV joints >had sprayed their grease all over the front brakes...
  • Re: What Grease to use on the Steering Box? ('81)
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 22 Mar 1996 02:13:49 -0500
    ...Stutsman) writes: >Hello Everyone, > I am going to replace the torn boots on my rack and pinion >steering box. This is not power steering...