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• Noisy strut
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:11:01 +0000
  ...A loud noise.  I tried greasing the lower attachment point and using lube and penetrating spray on the piston.  Nothing has worked.  Any ideas...
• Re: Thanks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 12 Jun 2016 12:00:21 -0700
  ...Buy bug spray! (mosquitos) Neil On 6/11/16, Bill <pbwitz@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > ... Clearwater tomorrow. -- Neil n Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil...
• Re: Throttle body
  Historical mailing list - Raceing Cajun
  Wed, 1 Jul 2015 22:35:13 -0500
  ...I have sprayed stuck gaskets with carb/brake cleaner before, and used a sharp putty knife, to drive between the housing. Very carefully taped...
• Merian Brown and Timor Beige paint ... still available
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sheridan
  Thu, 3 Oct 2013 15:33:04 -0400
  ...I still have one 12oz spray can of PaintScratch 1984 SS-Merian Brown LA8A/T2 and one 2oz bottle SS-Timor Beige LHST. Both...
• Re: Brown window crank wanted
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 19 Aug 2013 16:19:50 -0400
  ...just purchase the black ones and spray > paint them brown using Krylon Fusion brown satin. It's the same shade > as the '84/'85...
• RMW bumpers live
  Historical mailing list - dylan
  Mon, 8 Mar 2010 05:53:55 -0800
  ...The spray finish is excellent. Check out some more pics: http://insyncro.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!A35A8130F909DA96!894.entry dylan
• Re: very loud Screeching noise on very cold days - turns heads
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Ford
  Wed, 6 Mar 2002 10:08:31 -0500
  Marshal, I also think it may be the belt, easiest way to test (if not visibly loose) is to spray a little belt dressing...
• SEM surecoat
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Thu, 16 Jan 2003 16:32:31 -0600
  ...for seats he recommends Ditzler Vinylcolor which is applied with a spray gun. Superior results in that it lasts much longer and soaks into...
• Re: 91 Vanagon Multivan rebuilt motor hiccoughs
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 7 Mar 2003 12:22:43 -0500
  ...Ohms test, spray test, fuel dripping Fuel lines for restrictions Operation of throttle switch AFM working correctly, checked to see if track is worn...
• Re: Removing bad interior smell?
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Jones
  Wed, 20 Aug 2003 19:24:41 EDT
  ...Try to get the spray (which can be a bit hard to find), places like Petsmart usually carry it. good luck, Bryan Jones '91...
• Re: Lubricant ?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:05:21 -0800
  Prolong Spray Synthetic -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Michael Sullivan Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008...
• Re: T2 rear window install, anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 22 Apr 2015 18:56:48 -0500
  Silicone spray is forever and ever. Dish detergent works just about as well, and then is gone. It is Standard Operating Procedure at Felder...
• Re: Waxoyl Alternative
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sat, 23 Nov 2002 15:50:40 EST
  ...Thin with mineral/engine oil to a brushing/spraying consistancy. Use a garden type wand sprayer (the hand pump type...don't muck up...
• Re: Vanagon in a car wash
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Tue, 10 Dec 2002 08:47:13 -0500
  ...I've never done this in a Vanagon. > >Are there any issues with the the spray water from the car wash >entering the rear...
• Re: oil spray on startup when very cold
  Historical mailing list - gratefulphisher
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 22:54:16 -0600
  ...7 years last weekend (yay!) and had the same type of spray pattern. I thought the oil cooler was leaking, so I went ahead...
• Re: Dirty vs. clean
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 16:50:27 -0500
  I use a sprayer that connects to my air compressor and draws the Gunk or whatever de-greaser I'm using out of the...
• Re: Coolant temp gauge sender location - 90 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Fri, 12 Oct 2007 16:35:13 -0700
  ...Once you have replaced the sender, I spray a small amount of battery terminal coating on the connection to keep it sealed from road...
• Tightening fan belts and using lithium grease sparay
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 10:57:33 -0800
  ...I was going to use brake fluid to wipe on the belts (suggested by another member) but had already bought the lithium grease spray...
• Re: Duralube
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 21 May 2002 12:14:26 -0500
  ...snake oil". > ps...the Duralube in a spray can works as well as any other spray > type > lubricant I've used. Would never use...
• Re: Dipstick Popping Out / Oil Spray on Hatch
  Historical mailing list - Scott Sullivan
  Thu, 31 Jul 2003 09:12:10 -0700
  ...Then, the other day >> after coming home off >> the the freeway I had an oil spray all over my rear >> hatch when I got...
• Re: T2 rear window install, anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Walking Boss
  Wed, 22 Apr 2015 19:56:04 -0500
  ...Be advised we are talking about the spray, not the paste! I have even used talc powder, works fairly good. That is what most...
• Cranky 86+ sliding door latch
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 20 Jun 2010 17:52:49 -0400
  ...TriFlow and similar things sprayed/squirted/dripped into the latch area give a certain amount of temporary relief; engine oil seems to be one...
• Re: Opinions on alarms
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 1 Jun 1999 08:27:50 -0400
  At 21:24 5/31/99 -0700, Malone, Pat wrote: >how about a OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) spray bome, it go off and the thief...
• Re: Was HELP - now THANKS!
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 21:37:29 -0700
  re: The solution was simple: Spray a liberal amount of WD-40 on the latching mechanism. Isn't WD-40 so often the solution...
• '86 Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Kristian
  Sat, 15 May 2004 12:47:29 -0700
  ...same? It is pretty faded, and would at least need a spray of white. This is my first time on the list and I...
• Re: cleaning or R&R'ing the idle control valve
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Dec 2004 14:01:13 EST
  ...is there a > way to clean or fix these things? maybe spray some > carb-cleaner in them or wd-40? > > yes i use carb...
• Re: mold in the pop top
  Historical mailing list - John Reddick
  Tue, 17 Jan 2006 21:12:42 -0500
  You can use Tilex or any other bathroom cleaner with bleach in a spray can or use a spong. Make sure everything else is...
• Re: Dead 83.5 Westy (injector power)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:28:23 -0400
  ...to the rubber boot that goes between the AFM and throttle. Spray starter fluid in thathole and see if the engine runs.If it...
• Re: Painting Fiberglass bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 23 Jun 2007 10:38:18 -0400
  ...Use a spray gun.Forgiving paint, that por stuff.
• Re: Frozen accelarator cable?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 11 Feb 2008 22:09:29 -0500
  ...http://store.albaaction.com/shop/MS003001.html It clamps over one end of the cable, then you use an aerosol spray lube (I like...
• spray bed liner on propane tank?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Mon, 14 May 2007 21:10:21 -0400
  ...The bottom side and the front one should spray it with bedliner, BEFORE the paint dries, when its still tacky. If the label on...
• Update; Rust repair and windshield sprayer tube replacement/routing (sort of long)
  Historical mailing list - dave
  Mon, 3 Apr 2000 23:32:17 -0500
  ...I replaced/ am going to replace the antenna, the rain gutter covers, all gaskets, sprayers, sprayer tubes and some other odds and ends. I...
• Re: Vanagon engine fire or mishap in Roanoke, Va
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 6 Dec 2010 18:01:48 -0500
  ...A fuel line break that sprays fuel anywhere on the engine would generate a cloud of vapor that only needs one spark to set...
• Would I Steer You Wrong? (was RE Restoring the dash?)
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Sat, 5 May 2001 21:25:02 -0700
  ...Get the spray product designed for the job! There are may to choose from. Not expensive. The trick is to FOLLOW the directions. Be...
• Re: Another Vanagon Burns Up
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 2 Apr 2005 22:01:17 +1200
  ...any advice from someone who has handled this >before? If your Type 2 is watercooled, spray the extinguisher into the engine compartment from below...
• Re: Odometer problem
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:07:19 -0400
  ...last week. > > Any body got any ideas other than spraying some cleaner in there, waiting > for it to dry and spray some silicone? > > Mike > >
• Smog check failed; Vacuum leaks
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Tue, 12 May 1998 11:53:58 +0300
  ...I took a bottle of starter spray I need sometimes for the Diesel during winter month. I sprayed carefully the outside of the airintake...
• Re: Changing the interior color by painting, possible? Anyone done it?
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Mon, 6 Mar 2006 14:34:58 -0500
  ...why not > just install ducting from a GL which is the off-white? > > and PS, if your going to spray dye your doorpanels, you...
• Re: More questions as the rebuild progresses
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 17 Jun 1996 10:24:39 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Let it soak for a few minutes and spray it off with the sprayer real good. Take it home and detail clean the rest...
• Re: Capacitor fix questions
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Thu, 17 Aug 2000 17:38:55 -0500
  ...Basically, the idea is to clean the inside of the AFM with electronic spray cleaner. Any flaps will have it - the brand doesn't...
• Re: Preventing Seam Rust
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 17 Jul 2002 22:01:43 +1200
  >Do you spray these things (oil, Corrosion Block) on the outside of the body, >or do you have to get underneath and do it...
• Re: Great device for lubing cables
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 5 Jul 2019 07:12:14 -0700
  ...insert the nozzle tub > of the lube spray can into a small port in the device. Spray away and you > can hear the cable...
• Re: Sticking Spedometer....
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Wed, 19 Oct 94 20:50:08 CDT
  ...WD-40 sprayed into the area where the cable comes in >the back might free it up, or should I also spray in the...
• Re: 85 westfalia tranny lube question
  Historical mailing list - Dave Katsuki
  Mon, 12 Jun 2000 12:26:40 -0400
  ...before you change trans oil, get a spray can of lithium (or other) grease, and spray the shift rod where it goes through each...
• Re: Frozen Locks! after rain
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rule
  Mon, 20 Dec 2004 17:19:45 -0800
  any sort of lub'ing silicone spray oil (Gunk or Permatex- I bet 3M has some too- brand etc; I used to spray it...
• Re: IR Temp guns - use with caution
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:09:28 -0500
  ...The easy fix is a quick shot of flat black spray paint on whatever >you're trying to measure. Good point. >>I just checked...
• My Sink Faucet/Pump Upgrade
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:06:03 -0700
  ...NOT road tested yet, but pump pushes enough for decent "spray". Enjoy! http://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/SinkPumpAndFaucetUpgrade# Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2...
• Re: carpet glue
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 9 May 2009 15:49:23 -0500
  ...Just spray a little mist of water on backing and a dab'll do ya. Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo' 73 Beetle...
• RE: flowbee at bodega!
  Historical mailing list - Wagner Michael
  1 Jun 1995 14:38:45 -0800
  ...sounds like some people don't NEED power outlets/hookups in the Vanagons... (a flowbee? do you have some of that hair replacement spray...
• Re: Vanagon engine rebuild cost
  Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
  Tue, 10 Mar 1998 22:06:51 EST
  Sounds like a spray paint rebuild to me. Either that or somebody likes to give away skilled labor (you can work yourself into the...
• Re: Locking Gascaps
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 08:22:18 -0700
  when my gas cap starts to get dirty, i will 'clean' it with wd-40- i spray a bunch in the cylinder and around...
• Re: Spiffing up the sliding glass frames
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 May 2005 00:56:48 EDT
  ...didnt even remove windows, just masked off and spray. did my 84's sliders. has held up for 8 yrs chris
• Link to Rust Prevention Using BedLiner?
  Historical mailing list - dusty edwards
  Fri, 10 Feb 2006 18:34:26 -0700
  ...was basically pics and an explanation of repairing seam rust then spraying bedliner over the seams and the lower part of the body for...
• Re: Air Compressor Mods - Results
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Thu, 2 Feb 1995 15:00:41 -0800
  I thought you were supposed to have a big tank for spraying, like 20-30 gallons minimum. But if it works...what the hey...
• Rustproofing from the inside out Por-15 vs. Krown (and other rustproofers)
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Fri, 12 Aug 2005 10:30:05 -0400
  ...http://www.b-quiet.com/vanagon2.html http://www.b-quiet.com/vanagon.html Soundproofing behind the interior panel will allow any rustpfoofing sprayed...
• Re: Power Window Issue when Cold
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:50:54 -0800
  ...I spray window tracks with silicone spray, lots of it. I try to get wd-40 or synthetic spray lube into all the mechanisms...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 6 Apr 2020 11:13:34 -0700
  To make removal of old hoses easier, use something narrow (small phillips head screwdriver?) to lift hose a little, spray some wd40, work tool...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Tue, 21 Nov 95 22:02:50 EST
  ...My best solution thus far, disconect one of the hoses, spray in GUMOUT carb cleaner, spray in WD40 liberally. Problem should dissapear. Did on...
• Re: Rubbery Squeaking
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Overmyer
  Tue, 1 Dec 1998 17:30:57 -0800
  ...Ive tried using silicon = >spray on the exposed rubber, with a little improvement, but she still = >squeaks. Can anybody tell me if there are...
• Re: 86 Vanagon Camper price
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 10 Aug 2000 06:55:42 EDT
  ...Krown or Rust Check ! It really works ! Keeps the rust at bay ! Shops around here charge around $100 to spray the vehicle. You need...