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  • Re: Auto Trans Modified Governor Test Report [addendum]
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Mon, 23 May 2011 13:24:14 -0700
    ...It now sports an external >> cooler with a fan. Others have argued that the fan is not needed. >> Fellows like TerryK just sell scoops...
  • Re: Sun Shades for Vanagon more info
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Mon, 23 Jan 2006 20:43:29 -0500
    ...The External Body kit will and Can be taken. I only use mine Camping, Not for storage. *They attach or Hook over the top...
  • Re: "Remote" Propane Tank Usage
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:02:08 -0400
    ...relatively inexpensive ($89) kit that allows you to quickly attach an external tank (either a gas grill cylinder, or with a screw-in adapter...
  • Re: '64 Deluxe Engine #?
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 26 Jun 1996 21:33:30 -0400
    ...It could be that the PO used the previous motor to drive an external generator (or other contraption) and put a few too many...
  • Re: rad shack voltmeter/thermometer on sale
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Thu, 21 Apr 2005 21:00:07 -0400
    ...I wonder if I put batteries in it if it would only show the >backlight when it has external 12v? Anyone? > >-- Gnarlie
  • Re: about fridge...
    Historical mailing list - Mudd 'Not Jack' Sparrow
    Thu, 7 May 2015 08:27:38 -0700
    An external compressor would give you a more symmetric interior. Seems putting a compressor under the driver seat might be possible, IF you have...
  • screen in gas tank?
    Historical mailing list - Alan Hosage
    Thu, 26 Jul 2007 09:52:57 EDT
    ...I am wondering where the screen is located and if it is accessible without dropping the tank? Is it internal or external? By the...
  • VW battery => 61 AH, 330 A, #000 915 105 CE
    Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
    Wed, 4 Jun 2008 15:44:31 -0700
    ...Then if I can get an external regulator and bring the voltage up from 13.8 to 14.2, it should be better for...
  • Re: Rear External Fridge Fan
    Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
    Sat, 10 May 2008 03:22:16 -0400
    ...Right now, I am not interested in making a modification to >> the >> external water hookup so that route is not an option. >> >> What do...
  • Re: Dometic fridge (external) fan replacement...
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Sun, 28 Aug 2016 16:32:15 -0400
    ...Dometic fridge (external) fan replacement... > > I think the consensus is going to be that regular computer fans don't do a very good job...
  • LED backup lights update
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Thu, 26 Jan 2023 12:19:17 -0800
    ...Jim > Years ago, I bought a couple 6 LED external light to use as backup lights. Then I read a post about fixing the...
  • Re: Coolant pipe replacement: looking for mechanic in SoCal...Orange County or north San Diego County
    Historical mailing list - Pat Spragge
    Sun, 17 Jan 2021 15:38:08 -0800
    ...It’s an automatic with the external cooler. I’m fairly new to this area having come from around San Jose/Santa Cruz where...
  • Fwd: Rigging up spare Rear Defogger Switch to do other stuff
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 2 Apr 2020 09:06:29 -0400
    ...Gray wire, through the little amber > LED illuminating it (assuming no external resistor needed), and then back > out to ground via the Brown wire...
  • 81 engine swap ?
    Historical mailing list - Matt Goike
    Mon, 11 Mar 1996 12:49:37 -0500
    ...i believe the only external symptom of anything wrong is a leaky pushrod tube seal. direct replies would be appreciated as sometimes the digests...
  • Re: questions on temp gauges
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 30 Mar 1996 00:08:17 -0500
    ...The voltage and currrent created is enough when the metals are heated to operate a senstive meter without an external power source. Most gauges...
  • Re: Exhaust Leak? '90 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Chris & Aimee
    Sun, 14 Sep 1997 15:30:41 -0700
    ...Sounds like a loud external ticking, much like the normal motor sound >amplified. Can anyone concur with such little data? She only has 6k...
  • Re: swing away tire carrier
    Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
    Mon, 19 Aug 2002 18:00:38 -0700
    ...So, some people don't have a choice but to use an external carrier. VW makes/made a rear swing out tire carrier intended...
  • Darn it, blinkers still not working. Help?
    Historical mailing list - Tom Young
    Sat, 22 Mar 2003 15:05:07 -0800
    ...Green turn signal indicator light in dash comes on steady, external lights stay off, red emergency flasher light (in the switch itself) doesn't...
  • Re: rad shack voltmeter/thermometer on sale
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Thu, 21 Apr 2005 21:57:47 -0400
    ...I wonder if I put batteries in it if it would only show the >backlight when it has external 12v? Anyone? > >-- Gnarlie > >----------------------- > >the backlight...
  • Re: New user, needs radio
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
    Mon, 19 Sep 2005 16:55:49 -0400
    ...seems to have a 2.1l > wbx with ID MV 000687. Externally, everything seems to > be 1.9l though! So How can I find...
  • Ping Phil Z-man: Re: "Extend a stay" propane device
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Thu, 1 Nov 2007 17:39:44 -0700
    ...what's that adapter he's got there to add the external propane tank to > the existing gas lines? > > Thanks, > Bryan > > -----Original Message----- > From...
  • Re: Oil temp. ? and OP ?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 5 Oct 2010 12:35:22 -0700
    ...I've been curious about adding an external oil > cooler. Have to wonder how hot the oil gets in my ABA. > > Looking at Tencents...
  • Re: WAS:trip out west-NOW: Heater valve
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:16:27 -0500
    ...Valve appears to turn from external view when the lever is shifted. I can turn the valve directly with my hand, and the lever...
  • Re: 83.5 Waterbox Dash Voltage Stabilizer
    Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
    Fri, 22 May 1998 03:33:37 -0400
    ...Finally my buddy Dan Houg from Bemidji > put together a little external variable voltage regulator circuit which I > wired in and adjusted. It's...
  • Re: [Re: # pumping water through stalled engine (was: heatingparked vanagon)]
    Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
    Mon, 3 Jan 2000 20:43:09 -0800
    ...This would allow you to rig up some type of external heat source, say a propane burner with a pot of water on it...
  • Re: emergency brake doesn't work well? - Non VW content
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 26 Nov 2002 22:36:05 -0600
    ...30s, On my 39 Plymouth it had a drum with an external band at the end of the tranny. Later models has internal shoes...
  • Re: External Wireless Amplifier
    Historical mailing list - Aaron
    Mon, 23 Apr 2007 21:39:25 -0700
    If you are looking for something that works well with any platform (provided there is wireless nearby), you might look at a (non-usb...
  • Re: No Start Cause: Relay Failure. PICS, Thoughts.
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 6 Feb 2013 15:00:36 -0800
    ...from 30 to one side of the coil, so only 3 external > connections required. The fuel pump relay is similar. Diagram image: > (ignore my...
  • Re: Solar Panel Mount -Flexible Panels?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 3 May 2010 10:32:06 -0400
    ...Uses the fat Coleman gas bottles, can be adapted to external tank but mfr specifies using only their own hose for the purpose. Yours...
  • Re: Coleman DC cooler
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:50:40 -0400
    ...and open things out to get some serious airflow across the external heat exchanger. I left the original motor just powering the internal fan...
  • clutch problem - internal or external?
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Reimer
    Wed, 10 Dec 1997 12:24:10 -0800
    Hello, I have been having clutch judder for a little while on my '82. The shifting is now becoming difficult and I fear that...
  • Re: Moroso opinions sought
    Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
    Mon, 12 Apr 1999 13:54:47 -0400
    ...Coolant disappearing from the overflow tank, and no >visible external leaks. Some visible white steamy exhaust on startup. >Thanks for any guidance. >Kevin >'84...
  • Re: engine removal Q. Clutch Slave bolts
    Historical mailing list - robot .
    Tue, 6 Feb 2001 19:11:56 -0800
    ...After you disconnect all the external wires, cables and gas > >lines, It's just 5 bolts and it falls out. Don't let me...
  • Re: Vanagon List Sticker Still Available?
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 2 Sep 2001 16:17:22 -0500
    ...BTW, if I have not mentioned it already, the stickers are external mount stickers. I have one on the lower left side of my...
  • Re: quick question - running rough after 2 minutes
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Tue, 20 Sep 2005 17:02:52 EDT
    ...by way of its shielding at its connector or, less likely, externally to the chassis. This would cause the van to run very rich...
  • Re: Vanagon engine heater
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:14:41 -0700
    ...wrote: >> Mike, is that an oil sump heater or some sorta external heater? >> Pax, >> Tom >> On Dec 19, 2007, at 3:23 PM, Mike...
  • Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:29:07 -0700
    ...88 Automatic >> >> Removal and Reinstallation of Rebuilt Engine (with all original >> external engine components i.e. fuel rails, injectors, new rubber for >> injectors provided...
  • Re:
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 22 May 2012 09:02:03 -0500
    ---- Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM> wrote: > usually water pumps are not lubed externally. > If I was going to do that I would use...
  • ?s about new 2.0 installation
    Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
    Thu, 25 Jan 2001 09:08:30 -0700
    ...not? 2. I have been told not to use an aux. external oil cooler. Is this/is this not a good idea? 3. What...
  • '84 Tach upgrade THANKS
    Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
    Sun, 12 Jan 2003 16:13:25 -0800
    ...If nothng else, it'll be nice to be able to see what the rpms are during any repairs without hooking up my external...
  • Re: WiFi booster antenna (NVC)
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 23 Sep 2005 21:14:25 -0600
    ...at a > greater distance than any card built into your laptop. Externally > mounted, the vendor claims up to 1 mile range. It's powered...
  • Re: "Fireing up" my van Re: Aircooled Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 17 Nov 2006 08:32:21 -0600
    ...Aircooled Vanagons > > >> Though I was thinking an external oil cooler would be >> best suited for hotter climes, yes of course I agree. >> It's...
  • Re: GPS in a Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Madsen, Ken
    Fri, 4 Apr 2003 17:50:01 -0700
    ...Previously I had a Garmin Vista but upgraded because I found that using a handheld with no provision for an external antenna did not...
  • Re: GoWesty coolant repair kit vs SS pipes
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 15 May 2009 14:25:58 -0400
    ...They introduce a mechanical stop which is held in place by an external lip and hose clamp. -- David Beierl - Providence RI USA -- http://pws...
  • Re:Eurovan Camper
    Historical mailing list - Stuart Redford
    Mon, 8 Aug 94 9:24:33 PDT
    ...than my '91 Camper -Lots of, both 12V & 120V outlets -Screening all around the poptop -Rear(External) hose for showering What sucks: -Too tight...
  • Re: unbalanced flywheel(for poeple who are swapping engines)
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sat, 19 Sep 1998 22:34:20 -0700
    ...u are doind an engine swap to an engine that is externally balanced >like the chevy/ford 2.8liter v-6 u will need...
  • Quality German Auto?
    Historical mailing list - James T.
    Thu, 31 Jan 2002 03:54:40 +0000
    ...Very clean, new heads, most external bolts looked new, etc. Price was right - $1700 for the 2.2 and $1499.00 for a 2...
  • Re: Need AT final drive seal replacement: Phase 1 exploration
    Historical mailing list - Robert Smythe
    Mon, 10 Apr 2006 17:55:59 +0000
    ...All the external leaking seemed to be coming exclusively from the vent at the top, none from the hole behind the ATF pan. This...
  • Re: Using O2 sensor for fuel mix adjustment?
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
    Mon, 13 Oct 1997 12:47:38 -0700
    ...As my '86 Digijet > Caravelle doesn't have one of those sensors, I'm thinking of using an > external one. > It cannot be really...
  • Excess Air In Coolant System
    Historical mailing list - Jon Christensen
    Mon, 6 Jan 1997 13:25:45 -0600 (CST)
    ...The seller of this 85 1.9 motor told me it had cooling problems, but no external head leaks. It has a new water...
  • Re: Christmas lights??
    Historical mailing list - Bill
    Sun, 28 Nov 1999 22:46:14 -0700
    ...I have a power converter and two outlets. >The outlets only work if the external plug is pluged in to my house. I >would...
  • Re: GPS in a Westy?
    Historical mailing list - Madsen, Ken
    Fri, 4 Apr 2003 17:48:53 -0700
    ...Previously I had a Garmin Vista but upgraded because I found that using a handheld with no provision for an external antenna did not...
  • Re: Update: permanent fuel pressure gauge - Source!
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Wed, 15 Mar 2006 15:30:45 EST
    ...I actually use the dual oil filter and external oil cooler adapter from the Audi 5000T. This is used with dual filters and prior...
  • Re: "Fireing up" my van Re: Aircooled Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 15 Nov 2006 21:03:38 -0600
    ...Aircooled Vanagons > > >> Though I was thinking an external oil cooler would be >> best suited for hotter climes, yes of course I agree. >> It's...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 13 Mar 2006 - Special issue (#2006-221)
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
    Mon, 13 Mar 2006 18:04:50 -0800
    ...Westy sink - gray water line > > Ok, I have verified that the gray water line is for the external water > hookup. > > Is there anyone on...
  • Re: Water tank
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 13 Mar 2011 17:00:14 -0400
    ...Dunno about the external one. The P-trap could be a problem too, as well as the lines themselves. Personally I'd put water...
  • It Baffles Science (Door lock edition)
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
    Sun, 9 May 2010 13:34:12 -0700
    ...There were no issues found external to the latch assembly, and the inside of the mechanism didn't show any signs of trouble, either...
  • Re: external cooler/filter : trust the dipstick?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 31 Jul 95 16:09:27 EDT
    > > With all that hose and cooler and filter up above the case, it seems > to me that perhaps you can't trust the dipstick...
  • Re: Propex installation: lazy man's armchair plan
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 3 Dec 1996 20:16:20 +0000
    ...the interior efforts, overall, I *like* > it! > I too like the external idea, but for another reason: being able to remove the rear bench...
  • Re: Vanagon mechanic recommendations?
    Historical mailing list - Stucco
    Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:03:35 -0700
    ...up from the driver side wall and a light above it. Externally, the bumpers are a little fancier and if it didn't have...