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• Re: Friday: Best Stupid Automotive Product
  Historical mailing list - Paul N. Oliver
  Fri, 23 Nov 2007 20:38:08 -0600
  ...Great but wicked stuff (most aircraft does not have wipers) Paul ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
• Re: 88 Vanagon - oil pressure alarm
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:42:23 -0800
  ...FIRST thing is check your oil pressure with a mechanical gauge! The low rpm sensor between the push rods is better as it is...
• Re: Anyone interested in my Vanangon?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 May 2007 10:08:22 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver David Yates wrote: > Dear Robert > > Sad news . . . BUT > > FWIW, my experience is that the cost of parts to...
• Re: Replacing FI with Carbs on WBX 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 5 Mar 2009 23:49:24 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 Gl Driver No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.8...
• Re: Replace/repair front heater blower.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 3 Jan 2005 12:34:15 -0600
  ...Go for it. > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. > Version: 7.0.298...
• Re: Wipers STILL don't work!! Arrgh!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 8 Apr 2011 14:09:47 -0500
  Ahhh! Will do, Thanks, John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 4/8...
• Re: Van Insurance.
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Sun, 23 Jul 2023 21:02:30 -0700
  ...The adjuster said the damage is X amount, and "I'll cut you a check now." I said, "No, I'll take it to...
• Re: Oil sensor still buzz after going to Mahle oil filter,now what?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff or Tamara Nelson
  Mon, 31 Jul 2000 23:13:32 -0600
  ...Mine did that for about a year, then threw a rod. If the sensor etc. check out and/or you have some miles on...
• Re: Brights & lights
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 2 Dec 2006 21:35:36 -0500
  ...Have you checked the wiring on your 88? There should be 3 wires going to the outside lights, and one of those should go...
• Re: Dot 3 brake fluid question
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 28 Sep 2008 14:57:09 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Chelsea, AL Jeff Lincoln wrote: > Ok gang - I know the Vanagon calls for Dot 4 brake fluid but could...
• Re: Lights on '82 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Fri, 17 Dec 2010 13:43:49 -0500
  Hii Dave, Aside from the other suggestions about checking switches and the ground I would follow by checking the light relay. GL, Tony On...
• Re: Westphalia /Westfalia?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 4 Nov 2011 09:16:58 -0700
  ...permitted to participate?? |> > |> > John |> > |> > John Rodgers |> > Clayartist and Moldmaker... |> > Velma 82di... |> |----- |No virus found in this message. |Checked by AVG - www.avg.com |Version...
• Re: Michelin XCA and steel wheels for sale PNW-chains
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 24 Dec 2004 07:42:15 -0700
  ...Still got mine and checked it after I got that note. jimt On 12/24/04 7:08 AM, "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET...
• Re: Engine pull on scale of 1 to 10
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 15:43:01 -0700
  ...I'm referring to the rod that you adjust with a screwdriver and there is a spring that goes around the rod. Make sure...
• Re: Radiator Fan - Please Help?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 11 Mar 2001 20:44:38 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver John Rodgers wrote: > > I may be wrong on this but it's the basic vanagon and the cooling fan...
• Re: Oil pressure warnings, WAS: Mann Oil Filter and lifters
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Sun, 2 Mar 2014 10:43:43 -0800
  ...other than checking the oil with the dipstick.. there is zero indication of oil pressure failure ( unless you count rod knock. ) Name the car...
• How I spent my weekend
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Oct 2001 15:40:31 -0500
  ...I find that I need to check all of the exhaust system bolts every couple of weeks since they seem to be working themselves...
• Re: Horn(lvc)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 09:29:57 -0600
  Don't forget the horn on Rodney Dangerfield's golf cart in CaddyShack!! DM&FS At 09:54 PM 11/5/2006, Mark C...
• Re: Cost to R&R seal between tranny/differential
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:09:15 -0600
  ...John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com Rocket J Squirrel wrote: > I took the van...
• Re: Clunking in rear even after replaced wheel bearings???
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 26 Nov 2005 23:21:17 -0600
  ...check is simply to retorque the bolts. Over the years I have had CV bolts loosen several times. Good Luck, Regards, John Rodgers 88...
• Re: Trying To Understand Tie rod Adjustments
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:22:24 -0500
  ...Trying To Understand Tie rod Adjustments right........ but we're not talking about 'on a rack at the alignment shop' are we ? We're...
• Re: Failed Emissions Check
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Wed, 25 Aug 2004 17:19:59 -0700
  ...The smog guys are supposed to check ignition timing, so you can't set it too retarded, but usually if it's only a...
• Re: Mystery drip
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sun, 1 Jan 2006 15:44:41 -0700
  ...Jerry ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Sunday, January 01, 2006 2:48 PM Subject: Mystery...
• Re: Web Browser based CAD program
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Sun, 28 May 2023 14:55:57 +0000
  ...On Sunday, May 28, 2023, 7:24:44 AM PDT, John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote: You guys might want to check this out...
• Re: Power loss - '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 25 May 2017 09:19:53 -0400
  ...On Wed, May 24, 2017 at 4:59 PM, John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote: > Have a mysterious power loss on my new engine...
• Re: New engine won't turn - 2.1 WBX
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 31 Dec 2015 06:35:45 -0600
  ...Best of luck with your projekt Midwesty On 12/31/2015 4:30 AM, John Rodgers wrote: > Engine turns beautifully by hand on the...
• Dead again??
  Historical mailing list - james peters
  Tue, 11 Jul 2000 07:38:43 PDT
  ...rod knock. I can't afford any major repairs right now, do I was hoping for another cheap explanation. I haven't checked anything...
• Accelerator Pedal problem, so I think....
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Tue, 18 Apr 2006 00:35:42 -0400
  ...I stop when I get to the beach and check the pedal, it�s appears to my novice Vanagon knowledge that it is firmly...
• Re: Shipping a transmission
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 29 Jul 2004 17:41:49 -0500
  ...polytek.com/ >>and check out what they might have from you. >> >>Good luck. >> >>Regards, >> >>John Rodgers >>88 GL driver >> >>John Rodgers wrote: >> >> >> >>>Daryl, >>> >>>I...
• Re: Smoker's Car: Fix using Ozone
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:54:49 -0700
  ...Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf Of John Rodgers Sent: Friday, July 27, 2007 4:39 PM To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: 2.1 L Head Leaks
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Thu, 19 May 2011 17:09:50 -0500
  ...Jim On May 19, 2011, at 2:56 PM, John Rodgers ne ng <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > It appears my 88 GL has developed...
• Re: Adding rear disc brakes
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:12:40 -0400
  ...John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> >>> Subject: Adding rear disc brakes >>> >>> I know there is a big brake kit that goes on all the way...
• Re: 112HP @ 4800RPM on a stock WBX?
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Fri, 24 Mar 2000 21:51:52 -0500
  >What's different about the DJ engine from the MV? Is it just pistons and >longer connecting rods or are there other differences as...
• What type of oil for my 2.1 Boston Bob? Was Re: Mobil-1 shortage
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:58:09 -0600
  ...Jim > > On Tue, Nov 11, 2008 at 1:30 PM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> > wrote: >> Jeffrey Lubin wrote: >>> >>> I want to change the...
• Re: Ignition Switch Housing Removal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:43:23 -0800
  ...Prol'ly never disturbed since assembly at the factory. > Double checked to be sure I didn't miss anything - and it is clean. > Simply...
• Re: '85 Oxygen sensor, 0.1volts
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 23:04:32 -0400
  ...My ground straps have been replaced and every wire has been checked for resistance. All the mean while, the engine runs absolutely horribly until...
• Re: Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:55:01 -0700
  ...Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat >>> To: "John Rodgers" <jrodgers113@gmail.com> >>> Cc: "vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM" <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com> >>> >>> Crossed wires? Check...
• Re: Wierd (Ignition?) Problem...
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 16 Mar 2006 15:57:09 -0500
  ...I checked all the wiring and grounds and can't find the problem. I even have remote start installed and that doesn't work...
• Re: Need 1.6TD long or shortblock
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 21:52:13 -0800
  ...Align bore, crank and rods have been checked by a machinist. 2. '84 Jetta longblock, all machine work done, with new parts, needs assembly...
• Re: WBX 2.1L Engine Case - Reman
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 1 Oct 2004 22:21:37 -0500
  ROBERT DONALDS wrote: >>The Canadian rebuilt blocks come in all flavors some check out great and some are not worth reusing. << Bob, thanks for...
• Re: Thechnical clutch question....(the answer may help many to save som
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 7 Apr 2005 05:42:53 EDT
  ...Anyone with an answer to my question....am waithing!!! Ben, check the slave cylinder rod and it's interface points. Something may be wrong...
• Re: Wierd (Ignition?) Problem...
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Nov 2005 11:10:35 -0600
  ...Cheapest route to start is to check out all the wiring first, including the quality of grounding points. You may have some corrosion building...
• Re: High Altitude Start Problem
  Historical mailing list - RODOLFO MATHIEW
  Thu, 16 Feb 2006 05:23:03 -0600
  Check out ECU, BEcause the computer change mixture depending altitud Rodolfo Mathiew www.mathiew.org Vivan Los so�adores que no duermen por hacer...
• Re: High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 12 Sep 2011 23:16:33 -0700
  ...Scott turbovans ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, September 12, 2011 9:31 PM Subject...
• Re: Door swings shut?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 13 May 1995 15:34:20 -0500
  ...If your is one of those, you are probably missing the door check rod. I just replaced one in my Vanagon last week ($31...
• Re: what is engine clicking noise?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 4 Jul 2001 07:51:49 -0500
  ...When you need info on fixing or upgrading something on your van > check vanagon.com then check my site. Send me more links and...
• Re: Wallaced?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:00:15 -0600
  ...I >>>> wouldn't want it any other way. >>>> >>>> John Rodgers >>>> 88 GL Driver >>>> >>>> >>>> John Rodgers wrote: >>>> >>>> >>>>> I kinda like "living memory". Keeps a better...
• Re: Tip and Tricks: Smoke Signals
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:51:07 -0400
  ...A compression check is in order on this >> >> one. Often the tailpipe pipe will be oily. >> >> >> >> Regards, >> >> >> >> John Rodgers >> >> 88 GL Driver >> > >> >> -- >> Sent from...
• Re: A FUNNY AT THE LOCAL QWIK LUBE
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:25:31 -0700
  ...oil in?" >>> Fourth question: "Where do I check the brake fluid?' >>> Fifth question; "Where do I check the washer fluid?" >>> >>> I do get so...
• Re: New to the list
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 Sep 1995 12:17:21 -0700
  ...My mechanic and I have checked out the engine fairly thoroughly. The oil sensor is fine (new), the oil pressure is where it should...
• Re: Update on The Miracle & New AA 091 w/ TBD 4 2WD
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:13:51 -0500
  ...John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 10/20/2011 5:57 PM...
• Re: Ball Joint removal.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 18 Nov 2010 10:07:46 -0800
  ...tapered 'tie rod end' ... > or ball joint out of what it's stuck in. > > i'll just talk about the tie rod end to...
• Re: 81 Vanagon makes loud ticking noise near center of engine?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Thu, 30 Dec 1999 18:56:03 -0500
  ...lifter, pull the push-rod tube out through the head, remove the lifter through the hole in the block. Check a Haynes or Bentley...
• Re: She runs!!!!! Finally
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 17 Oct 2013 17:05:50 -0400
  ...Anyway, the lifters are seemingly firm, the push rods are in place (I double checked after running it), and it does fire right up...
• Re: [Syncro] Medium length travelogue, and misc.
  Historical mailing list - John Wessels
  Thu, 30 May 2002 12:43:59 EDT
  ...a Syncro Westy with 234,000 miles I would check and replace the strut rod bushings and all other bushings and ball joints. It...
• Re: Repair Manuiel
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hinshaw
  Tue, 1 May 2007 09:57:20 -0400
  ...Anthony '89 Syncro GL (Hidlago) John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote:"I'm sure that there are some excellent writers, yourself included, - and technical...
• Re: ETKA 7; uTorrent download
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 21 Dec 2008 11:53:24 -0600
  ...wrote: >> uTorrent download? >> >> My computer suggests that I check this Executable program for Virus' > > I get that warning for any .exe file that I...
• Re: Push covers/enging tins
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:46:16 -0400
  ...We are talking about the push rod tube covers under the engine. These are actually stainless steel to start with only the tabs that...
• Re: A FUNNY AT THE LOCAL QWIK LUBE
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:06:51 +0200
  ...oil in?" >> Fourth question: "Where do I check the brake fluid?' >> Fifth question; "Where do I check the washer fluid?" >> >> I do get so...
• Re: Leak Down Testing
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 1 Jan 2007 11:30:33 -0500
  ...Mike B. ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, January 01, 2007 11:15 AM Subject...