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• Re: linkage lube and washer check valve
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Wed, 25 May 2011 08:06:40 -0700
  ...rear-and-a-glance-at-the-front/ > > and I put a check valve on the windscreen washer line. I had it on my > old...
• Re[2]: bus for mexico
  Historical mailing list
  17 May 95 11:03
  Sami says, >> I *DIDN'T* check the condition of my valves on my '77 dual port >> and it dropped a valve head on number...
• Re: DISASTER AT JIFFY LUBE!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Mark & Kate Sheflo
  Fri, 2 Jul 1999 01:13:05 -0700
  ...Took the Westy to a local QuikLube place where they check all the fluids, tires, etc. I, like you, watch the process to be...
• oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - John Scheckel
  Mon, 5 Jul 1999 14:48:29 -0700
  ...checked all wiring for continuity, its good checked the switch for proper grounding, it grounds between the connector and the body of the sender...
• Re: Brake pedal pumping/master cyl Q
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 17 Mar 2001 07:50:03 -0600
  ...By checking the skid marks, you can tell which wheels are locking up first. I may be wrong, but I believe that the "zones...
• Re: problem 86 camper weekender
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 20 Mar 2002 12:51:40 -0800
  ...Try checking the connection to the AFM. Strangely enough, the bus will run with it disconnected, just not very well, just not very long...
• Re: for those of you who are into Sprinter vans... (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Wed, 7 Apr 2004 12:16:22 -0600
  ...Want to see something really neat, check out the 4x4 short body sprinter about 2/3 of the way down this page: http://www...
• Auto tranny question
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Tue, 20 Jul 2004 13:07:14 -0400
  ...I searched the archives on the subject and found a reference from Dennis Haynes to check for a clogged govenor, I checked this and...
• Re: 2.2 engine hiccups at 3300 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 27 Aug 2017 08:35:16 -0700
  ...I'd suggest the followings: - check and clean the AFM connector - clean all the grounds in the engine bay - the ignition switch could be...
• Re: Engine compartment lid
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 14 Sep 2016 09:18:41 -0700
  ...in-super-sonic-mat-for-sound-dampening-control/398851_0_0/?checkfit=true http://www.autozone.com/sandpaper-and-body-repair-tools/heat-shield...
• No idle when cold
  Historical mailing list - jm
  Tue, 23 Sep 1997 23:03:28 -0400
  ...I checked the air box clamp and it seams tighe... could the air box be bad? How would I check it.... Thanks in advance...
• Re: If it's not one thing, it's another...
  Historical mailing list - George Hahn
  Wed, 6 Jan 1999 15:51:52 -0700
  Gary Shea wrote: > Have you checked the spark? On my westy I just stick a plug lead near the > plug instead of on it...
• Re: Low Top Speed - Help!
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sun, 12 Mar 2000 13:26:59 EST
  Gary; Check timing for proper advance at upper RPMs. I would also check fuel pressure at these RPMs. A vacuum leak could affect both...
• Re: Central Locks..
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 11 Aug 2000 08:02:37 EDT
  Don, Check the wiring harness on the drivers side. I had several broken wires that I repaired several years ago to fix my door...
• Is There An Electrician In the House? NVC
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 19:04:10 -0800
  ...Already checked the panel--it's the no fuse type--reset all circuit breakers just to make sure. No help. Before I have to...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Little Bear
  Tue, 19 Dec 2000 08:48:53 -0500
  You might want to also check your O2 Sensor. It is quit possible that it is your fuel pump. Yet, it sounds as if...
• Re: the most bizarre idea in the world......check this out.. (nvc/nac)
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 22:00:08 -0700
  ...the most bizarre idea in the world......check this out.. (nvc/nac) > This contraption looks like it is straight from the planet Mongo--- > Who...
• hesitation
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Fry
  Fri, 24 Aug 2001 10:14:47 -0400
  ...Give me some ideas of what to check and where to check them :o) Thanks for the help and will keep updated.. Stephen
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Sharon Simpson
  Wed, 17 Jul 2002 13:24:55 -0500
  ...He said he has checked the local junkyards. I don't know which yards he has checked. If anyone has one they'd like...
• Re: Laptop Power Consumption?
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Sun, 17 Nov 2002 18:52:27 -0800
  ...account the efficiency of the "modified sine wave" converter 12vDC-> 120vac. Check the waveform before deciding that cheaper is better. The computer powersupply may...
• Re: vanagon 2.1L PERFORMANCE CHIP...anyone tried this?
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 13:05:37 -0800
  I've never met the guy or checked into him, but from what others say he sounds wacko. It is only his ads that...
• Re: Anybody know where the heater fan resistor hides?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 7 Aug 2003 10:17:13 -0500
  I would check the switch. If you have a rear fan you could swap the two switches to trouble shoot. Else check with ohmmeter...
• Re: Rich Running 85
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Wed, 22 Jun 2005 05:42:03 -0500
  ...I checked it for vacuum leaks. Also, connected/disconnected a new O2 sensor but it doesn't change a thing. � Could it be that...
• Re: Propane
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 11:47:16 -0800
  ...Why not "join" on the regulated side? What are these check valves for? Do I have a check valve on my stock system? Where...
• rust
  Historical mailing list - Neal Powers
  Wed, 23 Nov 2005 07:15:33 EST
  List if you are looking for a GREAT book ON HOW TO RESTORE YOUR COLLECTOR CAR check this one out by TOM-BROWNELL IM...
• Re: Spongy Brakes (Help!)
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Thu, 19 Jun 2003 13:21:58 -0400
  ...Repeat 20 times per wheel. -Checked all break rubber hoses to check for bulging or expansion during pedal depression. (none) -Checked function of vacuum...
• never too old to learn
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 28 May 1996 12:40:25 -0700
  So after wisely noting that one should check CV joint bolts after a few hunnert miles, in case some grease got between the joint...
• Troubleshooting the Basic Idle Stabilizer System - Manual Transmissions- Part I
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:58:29 -0500
  ...Two people are required to do all checks. Please refer to the FI manual itself for additional instructions. Idle Stabilization - Checking the basic system...
• Re: Bentley question regarding Idle Speed Stab. valve troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 22 May 2018 15:09:17 -0600
  ...24.53 and checks fine. Additionally, the idle valve functions using a �test box� designed to operate it. Also, Peter at VanCafe loaned me...
• Don't get ripped off by this guy!! (Jeff Bacon)
  Historical mailing list - Peter
  Fri, 17 Sep 1999 22:26:42 -0600
  ...If you trust him, as I did and send him a check for a part you may never see it , nor get your money...
• Re: BLINKER QUESTION 87 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 26 Dec 2001 13:03:47 -0800
  ...Just check all your light bulbs before you do anything more radical like try to trace wires, etc.. w.p. ----- Original Message ----- From: <JordanVw...
• fluorescent light not working
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Sun, 24 Sep 2006 16:13:24 -0400
  ...I tried checking the voltage at the bulb holder(s), but I am not getting a reading. since the switch is hard wired in...
• Re: Frydaye Follyes (sorry I missed it) - but check this out
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 18 Dec 2004 14:55:31 -0800
  ...Frydaye Follyes (sorry I missed it) - but check this out It is a "photochop" - and you can look a couple of pics back to...
• Re: Broken Down - Alberta - Won't Start
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 12 Aug 2013 09:54:16 -0700
  And by "plugs" I meant "connectors" though you should check that all ignition wires are seated. On Mon, Aug 12, 2013 at 9:52...
• Double checking the tank I need
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:52:23 -0400
  Just double checking, this is my filler tupe: http://www.feddishbasses.com/vw/part.html and it is metal. Soooo according to this: http...
• Re: buyer's checklist
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Wed, 26 May 2010 08:59:58 -0700
  Milt Schullian wrote: > After taking a look at the extensive and thorough vanagon buyer check > list, I was wondering at what point the seller...
• Re: HELP! Vanagon Engine Roughness
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Sep 94 9:50:24 EDT
  ...I just checked the Vanagon gopher list and there is a range of answers to your problem using the search term "rough idle". The...
• Re: California Emissions...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 8 Apr 1995 08:24:11 -0700
  >Amen to the gripes about smog checks. > >Why Mexico City has jumped so far ahead of California in the air pollution >race - because of...
• RE:Propane Level
  Historical mailing list - Brian Lazara
  Wed, 14 Sep 1994 20:00:44 -0700
  > > > > > Walt - How do you "check" your propane level? > > > > /martha > > > I pull up next to the big fill tank and ask the person on-duty...
• O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 3 Jun 1996 12:36:00 -0400
  Does anyone know of a good (simple) way to check the O2 sensor. It is a 3 wire on an '87 syncro. I am...
• Re: ANOTHER BUS BURNS !!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 01 May 97 09:34:25 CDT
  if you aren't happy with the dippy fire extinguishers you find at wal-mart and k-mart, check the yellow pages for Fire...
• web page finally ready
  Historical mailing list - sean bartnik
  Wed, 11 Sep 1996 18:01:03 -0400
  ...Go check it out and if anyone finds any errors or bad links let me know. It should be good to go though, I...
• Re: Gas mileage is Waaaaay down,,, Please help!
  Historical mailing list - John
  Fri, 15 Oct 1999 20:30:33 -0400
  ...OK..........I think the fuel pressure should be checked (along with your suggestion) and also check the O2 sensor function. Additionally the fact that...
• Re: cruise control doesn't
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 11 Apr 2000 13:31:55 -0700
  Check the fuses and then look for a loose wire in the engine compartment. Check the Bentley wiring diagram, my aftermarket unit hooks up...
• electrical woes
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Murray
  Thu, 20 Jul 2000 11:28:10 -0700
  ...It's not as simple as a fuse, she's checked. If anyone has any ideas on what I might check, before taking it...
• Re: '84 rough running, backfire
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 20 Apr 2001 10:26:15 -0700
  ...Then check the fuel pressure regulator pressure. i'll wager a gin and tonic on it being one of those three (assuming y our...
• Re: Tires, Load Range and Pressure
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Sat, 19 May 2001 08:32:54 -0500
  snip > > So go check your tire pressure! Agree! Tires are the most visible and MOST IGNORED safety system in our cars. By the time...
• Re: "boxer" motors (other Euro)
  Historical mailing list - Julian Burden
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 16:19:06 -0500
  ...The Ferrari would > be a Aqua boxer maybe? [don�t know Italian for water] > > Mike Thought I'd check out how http://world.altavista...
• Re: Power loss still in '85
  Historical mailing list - Andree Hurley
  Fri, 11 Jan 2002 14:25:40 -0500
  I have pushed the wires in to make sure they were connected, but I checked the records I got fro mthe owner for last...
• Odometer/speedometer inaccuracy
  Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
  Wed, 12 Jun 2002 19:50:20 -0600
  On a long drive recently, I checked and re-checked the odometer and speedometer in my 82 Vanagon. I found that to get an...
• Re: Battery switches
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 12 Jul 2002 12:34:00 -0400
  ...If you can, check with the PO to see what he *thinks* he did...then check against what's actually there (no reflection on...
• Re: engine rpm
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sun, 22 Dec 2002 05:31:32 EST
  When my '84 van is turning 4000 rpm in 4th, I'm going a checked GPS checked speed of 75 mph. Looking at your...
• Re: Smog Check Test Only (California)
  Historical mailing list - Richard Brassaw
  Mon, 14 Apr 2003 21:15:14 -0700
  ...Smog Check Test Only (California) Anybody had to smog their van under at a "test only" station in California? Any problems? Thanks. Donna, 1987...
• Re: NJ Vanagon owners Poll ?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 11 Jul 2003 10:06:46 -0400
  If you are in Northern NJ (or willing to travel there :-), you may want to check out the Bus Guild. I linked the events...
• Re: Frydaye Follyes (sorry I missed it) - but check this out
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 18 Dec 2004 11:12:13 -0600
  ...fake). > On Dec 18, 2004, at 11:14 AM, John Rodgers wrote: > >> Sorry I missed The Frydaye Follies, Guys, but check it out!! >> >> http...
• Re: Hydrogen power for the Vanagon Now!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:18:12 -0500
  Scams do abound don't they? John David Marshall wrote: > Check what out - there's nothing there other than send us some money > for...
• Re: Megasquirt....RE: Boxer electronics options?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 2 Feb 2009 11:48:17 -0500
  "pdooley" <psdooley@VERIZON.NET> said: > It is definitely not plug and play, and no good in emission checking states, > even though it would probably...
• Re: Hot start problem
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:39:03 -0500
  ...I will check the throttle switch. Or, I'll ask my garage to check the throttle switch. I'm a better camper than mechanic...
• 2.1 fuel injection problem
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 06:13:48 EDT
  ...not leaking anywhere. Checked & replaced Temp II sensor (original was giving same readings as the new one but replaced anyways). Checked throttle position switch...
• Automatic transmission question--slipping
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:24:20 -0500
  ...What's the proper procedure for checking the level? The owners manual gives some detail but does not even specify whether the car is...