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• Re: Balky shift question
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 20:12:44 -0700
  ...I found WD-40 washes/dries off pretty quick, and have been using spray lithium grease (with same "straw" for application) - it seems to...
• Trannsmission Care
  Historical mailing list - Paul & Becky Oliver
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 20:40:14 -0500
  ...Then spray and watch all the "GUNK" come out, keep spraying until clear. Use an air hose to blow lines clear of cleaner before...
• Re: No injector spray pattern
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 28 Sep 2009 19:25:33 -0700
  ...No injector spray pattern > You don't even have to remove the dizzy to turn it by hand and check > hall generation of spark...
• removing stripes (the 3M way!)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 12 Jul 94 15:36:23 CDT
  for super easy removal of stripes, (but it's gonna cost ya!), get a spray can of 3M Decal and Stripe Remover, and a...
• Re: tips needed for grommet install
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 18 May 2017 18:25:52 -0400
  ...PM, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote: > > I've found silicone spray better than dish soap. Work as much of the grommet's slot...
• Re: Paint preparation tips...
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 25 Jul 2017 13:53:56 -0400
  ...loose the ends of the > wiper fluid tubes inside the dash, after removing the spray nozzles in > preparation for a paint job ? > > Thanks. - john
• Rear side marker light guards
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 23 Jul 2015 14:53:37 -0700
  ...on the net. 1/8" aluminum plate, 1/4" aluminum rod. Spray bomb trim paint. What do you think, silly or sensible? Maybe not...
• Re: Spray Foam Alternative?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Nov 1995 15:06:58 -0400
  >ACCORDING TO TEST RESULTS, TEMP-COAT WHEN APPLIED TO A THICKNESS OF 15 >MILS (15 thousands of an inch), PERFORMS AS WELL AS A...
• Re: Head stuck to cylinder: need advice
  Historical mailing list - Tim McDermott
  Sat, 3 Jul 1999 10:41:23 -0400
  ...Take you time, spray the head/cylinder surface, tap, tap, tap, pry,pry,tap,tap. If it has only been two years since you...
• Re: wish list!
  Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
  Sat, 3 Feb 2001 03:13:21 EST
  In a message dated 2/2/01 8:48:31 PM Eastern Standard Time, wolzphoto@WORLDNET.ATT.NET writes: << Doesn't spraying alcohol on...
• Re: 82 VW Vanagon oil spray
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 15:38:08 -0700
  > Did NA Vanagon diesels have oil squirters? I thought those were only in > the turbos. > In the 1.6 diesels, only the turbo blocks...
• Re: Front end creeping resolved
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 22 May 2022 14:32:55 -0700
  ...I sprayed again and it completely went away. > > I’m not sure how often I will need to lubricate the spots or if there...
• Re: Recovering interior panels
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Prescott
  Thu, 27 Jul 2000 18:59:31 -0700
  ...Has anyone > had luck recovering these with a similar vinyl using a spray adhesive? > I'm toying with the idea of at least covering...
• Re: Gas in oil
  Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
  Fri, 25 May 2001 08:40:06 -0400
  ...Do you just start the engine and let it run with 3 cylinders while you spray the fuel into a bucket? I originally thought...
• Re: Engine hesitates upon take off
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 17:46:56 -0700
  This kind of thing was fixed when; I adjusted the valves, or changed the wires, or made sure I have the injectors spray well...
• Re: shifting- repost
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:51:35 -0700
  ...so first, if nothing else, get a high quality spray penetrating grease......... then drop the spare tire, spray up into the shift box. look...
• Re: Trouble with power window motors rusting?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 14 Jul 2008 23:04:22 -0400
  ...Take those out and spray your choice of rust loosener, WD40, PB Blaster, whatever - it really doesn't matter. The armature is riding only...
• Re: 2.1WBX running rich
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 15 Jan 2015 13:58:12 -0700
  Steve It could also just be DirtyConnectors on the IdleControlUnit ~ So 1st UnPlug the I'C'U' from its Socket & Spray some GoodQuality ContactCleaner...
• Re: license plate lights
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Wed, 6 Feb 2002 23:45:03 -0500
  ...The distributor cap/plug sealer I have is some kind of clear spray on mystery liquid that's supposed to be used to spray...
• Squeaky water pump question & trip report
  Historical mailing list - TBill
  Wed, 29 Oct 1997 23:24:40 -0800
  ...It helped! On return trip, stopped to chat in Roswell with a VW nut who sprayed some lubricant (not wd40!) on it. It worked...
• Re: 87 westy will not idle
  Historical mailing list - G.M.Bulley
  Mon, 13 Jan 2003 09:12:54 -0500
  ...Easy to check for with carb cleaner spray; spray around the various hoses, fittings etc with motor trying to idle. When you hit the...
• DIY Waxoyl recipie
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 14:07:31 -0400
  ...You can use a hand spray bottle to get into closed-off sections if you have a small access hole. Please be sensible when...
• Re: WindShield Washer Sprayers
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 3 Nov 2019 19:58:07 -0800
  I have the triple nozzles. They certainly wet the windshield. (That would be a positive review.) Jim > On Nov 3, 2019, at 12:16...
• Re: Removing gold gasket from aluminum
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:07:14 -0500
  ...Gold head gaskets $$$ For normal ones use some brake cleaner spray and a scraper. Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com On 12...
• Re: Drip, drip, drip -- water tank drain cap
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 2 Jul 2010 10:03:34 -0500
  ...I painted my cap bright yellow with > spray paint for plastic -- to reduce chance of losing the thing -- Too bad they didn't make...
• Re: side sliding windows- westy
  Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
  Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:06:33 -0700
  Spray silicone lubricant? Couldn't hurt! On Mon, Jun 14, 2010 at 12:57 PM, Bob Mund <ob2420@msn.com> wrote: > My sliding side...
• Re: Engine cleaning
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 3 Apr 1997 07:15:51 -0500 (EST)
  ...solution one . Got it at the local detailing /auto paint store . Spray it on let it soak a while (10 to 15 min. ) rinse...
• Pastel or Alpine white paint?
  Historical mailing list - W. Silva
  Sat, 31 May 1997 19:03:52 -0400
  ...White" touch-up matches it but I can't find any spray cans of it, only Alpine White. If they aren't the same...
• Re: FIRE!!! (True story from this morning)
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 20:00:01 -0400
  ...Often Halon to minimize damage to pricey engines which are > still running while you spray them, but all sorts are available.
• Re: Pinstripe Removal
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Sun, 6 Feb 2000 22:19:15 EST
  ...I've used a spray on pin stripe and decal remover successfully. They also have a disc, like an eraser, that goes on a...
• Windshield washer
  Historical mailing list - David Cooper
  Sun, 12 Mar 2000 18:40:11 EST
  Is there some secret for hooking up the window washer? The tubing connecting my reservoir and the spray nozzles is gone. Yes, I have...
• Re: cleaning parts
  Historical mailing list - Rachel Cogent
  Sat, 5 May 2001 18:39:07 -0700
  ...any special considerations? > In my opinion the best way to clean parts is to use a can of engine starting spray fluid (ETHER) VERY...
• PLEASE help with O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - S. Marie Arnold
  Sun, 5 Aug 2001 11:53:53 EDT
  ...Please, please, please help me! My van is getting about 12 miles to the gallon and I had to spray sealer on the O2...
• Re: Electrical Saga Continues
  Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
  Sat, 16 Mar 2002 10:32:10 EST
  ...Just a constant spray of fuel. Rico
• Re: Rear Wiper
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 5 Jun 2002 21:07:29 -0500
  Marshall wrote: > Um - is there something wrong with mine? > > My 84 's rear wiper will both spray and wipe while I pull back on...
• Re: I got it! 89 Vanagon Westy
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sun, 1 Dec 2002 12:16:05 -0400
  > If you have not done it yet, go to the local Zeibart rust > proofer/under-coaters and get a layer of tar sprayed on...
• Re: window tint
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 6 Mar 2003 17:47:45 EST
  ...myself, bubbles pop up its turns in a mess. >> JoeTino, Try spraying a 5% solution of dishwashing liquid and water on the adhesive side...
• Fresh coat of paint or not?
  Historical mailing list - Dana Showers
  Wed, 1 Feb 2006 16:56:42 -0500
  ...He sprayed POR15, primer, Lexus pearl white and 3 coats of clear. I took it apart mostly myself and I even helped with some...
• Re: Reliability of AutoZone (Duralast) alternators
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 1 Oct 2008 20:58:19 -0400
  ...More like cleaned, spray-painted, and perhaps tested. Not unusual for them to fail frequently, the lifetime warranty is the only reason they can...
• VW concept van at MotorTrend Car show in San Jose
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Alfonso
  Fri, 9 Jan 2009 12:40:30 -0800
  ...style of the 60s), oh and maybe the augmented women with spray tans and knee high boots, short skirts, fake blond hair extensions. :) http...
• Seafoam for Squeaks?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 6 Dec 2008 13:49:46 -0600
  ...Thinking about jacking up front/back a little and spraying Sea Foam. Thought on this, please. TIA CV joints replaced in 2004. -- Michael in...
• No injector spray pattern
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:58:03 -0400
  ...Now that we cracked that nut, I pulled both banks of injectors and I do NOT have a spray pattern. They're BONE dry...
• Installing new Westfalia stickers on the pop top
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Sun, 30 Jan 2005 12:32:57 -0800
  ...promised.Use a windex spray bottle,filled w/water and 3 drops of Ivory dish washing soap.Pump-spray this on the area where...
• Re: Seafoam for Squeaks?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 8 Dec 2008 12:19:38 -0800
  ...Seafoam for Squeaks? > > > > Hearing the squeaks over speed bumps, etc from the outer corners. > > Thinking > > about jacking up front/back a little and spraying...
• Re: What to lube on wipers when dash is off?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:42:42 -0800
  ...but I would spray those spots with a good penetirating spray grease ( how many times have I written those 3 words !? - thousands it seems...
• 62 Project
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Jun 95 17:50:30 BST
  ...This weekend i hope to put the axles back on so it can be moved for spraying (it's sitting on axle stands in...
• update on oil spray problem
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Sep 1994 09:55:43 -0600
  Hi, After following some suggestions from Joel, I think I have located the source of the oil spray in my 1982 diesel vanagon. It...
• Re: Sliding Door Problem Fixed
  Historical mailing list - Shawn & Janis Wright
  Sat, 26 Apr 1997 21:20:10 -0800
  ...Last night, I sprayed WD-40 > on the rubber gaskets surrounding the door lip and the door no longer > sticks. I will have to...
• Re: in need of new chrome bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 17 Jul 2006 12:28:56 -0400
  An option for preserving single plated chrome items for the vanagon is to spray or brush them with POR15 Glisten.( www.por15.com ) It...
• Re: Part request interior panel
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 28 Dec 2022 01:44:27 +0000
  ...Vanagon. > But for sure, with some good spray adhesive (like 3M 777 or equivalent, just some spray contact adhesive) and some nice vinyl fabric...
• Re: Rapture Texture Coating-Go Westy
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Tue, 31 Mar 2015 12:02:56 -0500
  ...Usually those 3rd party companies use a brand of spray liner that is not available in small kits. I haven't paid much attention...
• Re: Rust Prevention Service - ziebart.com/penetr_oil
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 12 Apr 2009 14:02:23 -0500
  ...They spray more than just an oil - they spray on an undercoating that is designed to seal the steel. The stuff is thick enough...
• Re: Put rebuilt 1.9l in,... solved
  Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
  Wed, 20 Mar 2002 18:59:11 -0800
  ...No spray at all. Except when I removed the bolts >> (the >>>> old >>>> ones, I used the old ones first to connect the grounds) to...
• Re: Quick Rust fix Question.
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 19:57:14 -0800
  ...I was going to sand it off and spray it with some zinc chromate for >> the time being, just to stop it from spreading...
• Re: noisy speedometer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 2 Feb 2013 09:43:05 -0500
  ...Disconnect the cable form the speedo head and spray some into the speedo. It should work its way up and quiet things. Dennis -----Original...
• Re: Powder coating door handles
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 29 Oct 2003 10:42:19 -0500
  ...factors in choosing a paint that will live in a salt spray or other corrosive environment. sure in perfect world a super hard powder...
• Re: Top tray
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Feddish
  Sat, 13 Apr 2013 19:20:00 -0400
  ...Looks like some moisture causing issues up there from all the suntan lotions, but sprays, etc. The flimsy little wood up there is all...
• Broken stud
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:41:26 -0800
  ...My question is; what are all the methods that can be used in the process, what spray can help, etc. Best wishes to the...
• Cool Syncro...
  Historical mailing list - Todd P Last
  Tue, 5 May 2009 23:58:52 -0700
  ...surprised as I generally do not like the look of bedliner sprayed on the outside of vehicles.) What really rocked was the panel behind...
• Re: Unstick Lock Key Holes?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 26 Oct 1996 11:05:10 -0500 (EST)
  ...Use lots of it....once the lock is freed up, spray some lock graphite into the lock, that will help to prevent any future...