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Re: Found a timesert in the spark plug hole
Historical mailing list - Roland
Sun, 2 May 2010 11:28:20 -0700
...mm Spark Plug Rethread Inserts Instructions on rear: - Includes thread locking compound and 1 pair inserts - Use to replace damaged 14mm spark plug threads...
Re: Water Pump Replacement -2.1 L WBX
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 30 Sep 2015 08:34:00 -0700
...Do them and the allen head screws in stainless with anti-sieze compound. Tomorrow I begin to reassemble the oil cooler, hoses and filter...
Brakes...no van content.
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Wed, 16 May 2007 22:12:08 -0700
...If you keep that in mind, you can select the compound that best suits your requirements. "Brake fade" is caused by heat (barring a...
Re: Polish or Wax?
Historical mailing list - Rob Infante
Fri, 20 Jan 2006 15:20:54 EST
...For more stubborn stains or paint damage then there is Turtle wax polish and compound. These are found in a green and red plastic...
Re: Disc Brakes - 1988 GL
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 4 Dec 2015 17:22:12 -0600
...that hold the caliper to the bracket they use some > locking compound. Some pad sets will include new ones and some of those > will...
Re: Advice if you ACTUALLY REPLACED your exhause headers
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sat, 13 Aug 2005 20:35:28 -0500
...Anti-seize compound where steel meets aluminum is also a "good thing". Good luck, Larry A.
Re: vanagon Digest - 3 Jan 2006 - Special issue (#2006-9)
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
Wed, 4 Jan 2006 12:20:19 -0800
...can be > molded and cast using a good UV resistant casting compound. I have > not received the complete set for all four wheels yet...
Re: 1985 Vanagon GL
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sat, 19 Aug 2006 20:05:00 -0700
...m thinking, I'm dealing with a problem that has been compounded by >> several >> attempts to repair it, by folks without a manual ( Bentley...
Re: Early Friday Post--don't open until September 6
Historical mailing list - JRodgers
Fri, 6 Sep 2013 00:33:43 -0500
The bed liner urea is a two part compound spray-on. It is heated, pumped through the spraygun head where mixes just before leaving...
Re: 1985 Windshield replacement
Historical mailing list - No Name Available
Fri, 28 Jan 2005 10:46:10 EST
...the vasolene to absorb deeper,then use a window gasket sealing compound for insurance.Just squeezzzze the tube.Got It?Go get em tiger!
Re: Friday Philosophy: On Fixing Things Right
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 1 Feb 2013 18:29:25 -0800
...Lots of that is just about things like anti-seize compound, treating and preventing rust etc. so a nice blend ...fixed good and solid...
Re: 1.9L Hiccup Remedy?
Historical mailing list - David Gunning
Wed, 24 May 2006 06:26:52 -0400
...Anyone tried this? As all available silver conductive grease compounds contain only .925 silver (sterling silver) I am preparing my own condustive grease concoction...
Re: Fuel with water back please
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Thu, 27 Dec 2001 12:50:07 -0800
...out of their tanks they just > dump in enough water absorption compound to make the fuel burnable. > (Quoted from Uncle in the Fuel Business...
Re: What works for my hands NVC
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Thu, 13 Feb 2003 10:47:35 -0800
...my hands into any solvent, <DIV></DIV>>detergent or chemical compound that modern science could create. TSP? Hell, <DIV></DIV>>I would...
Re: Tires (by one reviewer)
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Wed, 5 Sep 2007 17:05:10 -0600
...These are studless & very >> soft in compound, with smallish treadblocks full of siping. They grip >> remarkably well on snow or black ice... I even...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
Fri, 26 Aug 2011 08:30:09 -0500
...But I can > find out. > > There are 3 different compounds for specific uses. I'm not in > position at the moment to elaborate, but...
Re: Diagnosing Idle stabilizer -- very FISH Fishy.
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 23 Jan 2003 09:22:24 -0500
...and goop some electrical-grade (no acetic smell when curing) RTV compound around the pins after making sure they are properly soldered. The strip...
Re: Acoustic properties of common materials
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sun, 31 Dec 2006 16:26:48 -0800
I smooshed roofing compound on the underside of all that single-thickness metal in the fenderwell/step area and it has made a HUGE...
Re: Is it a car or a camper?
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:07:24 -0600
...Plus, this campground is very close to the coast, on a bay, and that may be a compounding problem with folks seeking warmer weather...
Re: '81 Westy:???
Historical mailing list
Wed, 1 May 1996 22:32:51 -0400
...wear your rings in one direction, make your oil VERY hot, compounding these problems further. It is fine to drive your camper as fast...
Re: BFG All Terrain AT-KO tire spec
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Tue, 15 Mar 2005 20:28:57 -0800
...They also seem to have a rubber compound less resistance to cuts and tears than the Y370s - I drive a lot of rough roads...
Re: snow tires
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 16 Dec 2013 18:55:08 -0800
...On all 4 wheels of course. > > it's not only their tread design, > it's the rubber compound used too - specifically formulated for ice...
Re: Fridge question
Historical mailing list - tom ring
Wed, 5 Sep 2012 07:17:33 -0500
...If you stick a thermometer on > the cooling fins/tube with heat sink compound and cover it with putty > you'll be able to...
Re: slow van, overheating, fast white westy on 91
Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
Mon, 11 Jul 2005 13:21:48 -0600
...slow van, overheating, fast white westy on 91 Those are compound compound losses, Dennis. And I don't remember him saying anything about 3...
Re: Silcone Coolants lines ???Re: 85 Gl Auto Tranny 5/8" Coolant Hoses to Tranny Cooler Busted-
Historical mailing list - TC
Thu, 31 May 2007 16:00:23 -0700
...steel wire (sizes 1 1/4", 1 1/2" & 2") Cover Compound: Neoprene with Armorcoat Temperature Range: -40�F 249.8�F http://hydraulics2...
Re: getting seam rust repaired
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Sat, 28 Mar 2009 07:31:35 -0700
...Other than utility inlets that would include rusty/damaged body seams. (Originally these are sealed with a paintable sealing compound, but again 20years has...
Re: What Determines Steering Knuckle Replacement?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 9 Sep 2012 22:45:06 -0400
...A Loctite bearing retaining compound could be used to secure the bearings from turning but be careful installing and adjusting. You won't be...
Re: Using electricity to produce hydrogen gas to lower my gas cost - is this for real?>
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:04:05 -0400
...Any organic liquid compound (hydrocarbon) > > that burns easily but doesn't evaporate volatilely (making acetone > > difficult to use, though I've done it). Compressed...
Re: understanding tire sizes
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:02:18 -0400
...Otherwise, other factors such as tread design and compound also come into play. If we were comparing two all-season tires, such as the...
Re: snow tires-check this site!
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 16 Dec 2013 21:27:21 -0800
...On all 4 wheels of course. > > it's not only their tread design, > it's the rubber compound used too - specifically formulated for ice...
Re: Di-Electric Grease....Magic Stuff
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:26:45 -0800
...some compounds, i think "stabilant' is one, do conduct but only for a very short path length. they work well as contact enhancers alistair...
Re: Westy Water Tank Fill
Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
Mon, 12 Jul 1999 22:42:35 -0400
...left brown streaks >on the paint job :-( I'm hoping rubbing compound will take it out. > >Now for some questions: I hooked up a...
Which cylinder isn't firing??
Historical mailing list - d t
Sat, 4 Nov 2000 03:51:39 MST
...does anyone really put the anti-seazure copper compound on the spark plugs threads before installing them (as recommended in the Haynes manual) or...
Re: Intermittent Oil Pressure Light and Buzzer -- conclusion
Historical mailing list - Jack R
Mon, 25 Sep 2017 18:50:57 -0400
...Possibly there are compounding reasons for this disappointment. Otherwise, I am satisfied with this method. The kit shipped same day I ordered it and...
Re: Molassas To Fix Rust -- New Scientist Article
Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
Thu, 13 Sep 2001 16:41:29 -1000
...Molasses owes > its properties to cyclic hydroxamic acids which are powerful chelators of > iron. > > More of these compounds are found if the molasses is...
Re: distilled water & wbx reliabilty
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 17 Feb 2002 20:02:30 -0800
...The calcium sulphates/carbonates, the magnesium and iron compounds found in what ever variety of hard water you're unlucky to have will form...
chains and strap chains
Historical mailing list - pcking
Fri, 4 Nov 2016 12:01:58 -0400
...Nokian) have rubber/material compounds which stick pretty good on ice and packed snow - the tyres also clear well which is very important - without...
Re: Battery placement alternatives
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 1 Oct 2010 08:33:12 -0500
...Some compound the > concern by adding an auxiliary battery under the driver's seat, or > under the rear passenger seat. > > I think Scott Daniel...
Re: Should I Buy this Synchro?
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Mon, 3 Apr 1995 09:32:58 -0700 (PDT)
...The guy > has owned 2.5 years and each spring climbs under and paints scrapes, etc > with cold galvanizing compound then reundercoats, looked real...
Re: Castrol, QT, 5W50
Historical mailing list - Jeff Hogue
Wed, 7 Feb 2007 07:58:30 -0400
...The problem was actually the molecular structure or the oil, smaller compounds can fit through smaller holes, same goes for antifreeze. Regards, Jeff Hogue...
Re: Radiator temp sensor question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 14 Mar 2023 23:25:23 -0400
...have answer, but I like to put on some gasket sealing compound on those tyoe of things > > > Can’t recall the details, but permatex...
Re: Stumble and Loss of Brake Pressure Heading Up a Pass
Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
Tue, 26 Sep 2017 00:54:31 +0000
...Problem could be compounded by the fluid being old and > saturated with water. > > Dennis > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
Re: Battery placement alternatives
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Fri, 1 Oct 2010 08:07:45 -0700
...Some compound the > > concern by adding an auxiliary battery under the driver's seat, or > > under the rear passenger seat. > > > > I think Scott Daniel...
Re: Correct use of Dielectric grease?
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:22:06 -0400
...in addition to oxidation by other metals oxidation can occur from other atomic elements such as chlorine as is the case with salt compounds...
brass nuts
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Tue, 8 Apr 2003 12:07:09 -0700
...vanagon Digest - 7 Apr 2003 - > Special issue (#2003-388) > > > Fred, > The anti-seize is a greased base metal compound > . > The grease clearly gets cooked...
Re: propane explosion
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 10 May 2007 19:18:45 -0400
...insensitive to the unique, pungent, and possibly lethal miama of sulfur compounds, butyric acid, methane, and hydrogen which emanate from my posterior and cause...
Re: POR Patch as a seam sealer?
Historical mailing list - John C...
Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:54:31 +0000
...windows, the Camper Outlets, whatever. > > > You can spray the rust oxidating compounds, > > > and hope they penetrate as deeply as possible. ( wouldnt count on that...
Re: Mounting SA Grille Inner Lights
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Mon, 22 Aug 2011 17:38:32 -0700
...to the vanagon body solidly.. > one could also use a 'bedding compound' .. > something pliable to fill in uneven areas.. > to help 'stick' the thing...
Re: It's ALIVE!!!
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Thu, 25 Jul 2013 17:12:14 -0600
...com> wrote: > possible but I doubt it. > the two anti-seize compounds I use are aluminum and copper type. > Both conduct electricity quite well...
Air in cooling sysetm..found it...(was burping the cooling system)
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Wed, 28 Mar 2007 18:12:08 -0800
...fix..Used this new style Barrs leak-repair stuff that is called "Headgasket Repair compound" or something and isn't that black chunky goo...
Re: What Determines Steering Knuckle Replacement?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 9 Sep 2012 20:14:12 -0700
...A Loctite bearing retaining compound > could be used to secure the bearings from turning but be careful installing > and adjusting. You won't be...
Re: Emergency break adjustment
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Sun, 23 Aug 2015 19:07:40 -1000
...the shoes move ? ) ....I lube those little spots with anti-seize compound...sparingly. and pretty much everything else that moves. In brakes..sparingly. Scott...
Re: My Vanagon's blinking coolant light problem vs other peoples'---it all blends together
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Fri, 12 Dec 2014 10:32:55 -0800
...similar to this, but to my recollection not > exactly line this. Compounding that is the fact that coolant light blinking > is such a common...
Bronze Beige Metallic Stinkbug & Painting Cost
Historical mailing list - J Stewart
Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:25:05 +0000
...couple of weeks I'll probably be able to buff it out with some 1200 grit paper and some polishing compound. Jeff Jeff Stewart
Automatic Trasmission Question
Historical mailing list - william landsman
Mon, 15 Oct 2012 16:34:30 -0700
...A slight leak or deficiency, compounded by cold oil could leave you with incorrect vacuum until things warm up and seal. Like oil changes...
Re: Monster TO-DO List
Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
Wed, 27 Jun 2001 08:34:18 -0700
...100% > better...but not 'new' looking yet...should I use rubbing compound > and then wax? Search the archives, various articles on this. >5. Replace...
Re: 88 fuel lines / exaust
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sun, 24 Aug 2003 09:38:10 -0500
...Use a little anti-seize compound, especially where things screw into the head. Have fun :-) Larry A. Randy Newell wrote: > Hi again all, > I...
Re: Update to power steering rack replacement- Surfacing shaft suggestions
Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
Tue, 10 Jul 2007 08:41:25 -0800
...What would be the best way to surface it to it's > original finish? Fine wet sandpaper, rubbing compound or something else. > > TIA!! > > > > > Nate...
Re: Air Conditioning
Historical mailing list - David McNeely
Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:18:00 -0700
...10:20: > >>> > >>> Please read the MSDS sheet for this compound. CAS is the chemical > abstracts number. We chemists check these things before we screw...
Re: Head gasket leak - does retorquing work?
Historical mailing list - Andrew
Fri, 10 May 2002 20:01:47 -0700
...that retorquing the head would break the seal of the >sealing compound we are suposed to use on the nuts (maybe I'm nuts...