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• Re: 85-H20 loss of coolant mystery
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:45:49 -0500
  ...Of course I didn't expect the poster to pull the heads just because he saw a puddle without thoroughly checking out the situation...
• Re: Power loss - '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 24 May 2017 21:02:11 +0000
  ...Jim On Wed, May 24, 2017 at 3:59 PM John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote: > Have a mysterious power loss on my new...
• Re: Fuel pump fuse -''88 Gs,
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 10 Jul 2015 12:36:37 -0700
  ...I check and I am very surprised ! ! > > no fuse for fuel pump.... only a relay... > > On Fri, Jul 10, 2015 at 11:56 AM...
• Re: Uncajoel I hope you're OK.
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 28 Apr 2011 15:50:23 -0400
  ...Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote: > > > Nobody in our neck of the woods IAL) has heard from Joel. I may drive > over and check on...
• Re: Spark Plug Wire Recs
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:51:47 -0500
  FYI-Local VW and hot rod supply has Bosch OEM for 69.00 at 3:30 today local. Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT...
• Re: Connecting rod questions
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 19:18:28 -0800
  ...You will find > five different specifications for some things if you check five > different manuals. How well I know!!! I've got the Clymer...
• Fix for Stebro Muffler Bracket breaking?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 27 Dec 2006 17:39:28 -0600
  ...If welding is involved, which type of welding wire/rod should be used with this type of stainless steel? Thanks in Advance, DM&FS...
• Re: Break-in oil..replying from digest.
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Mon, 7 May 2007 23:43:34 -0500
  ...A local hot-rod shop may also carry this kind of tool. If you have access to a lathe with chuck jaws big enough...
• Re: 4 speed transmition stuck in fourth- UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:27:43 -0600
  > The consensus seems to be that the transmission will need to come out. > There were some suggestions that the linkage be checked first. > If...
• Re: Wallaced?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:30:39 -0600
  ...I >>> wouldn't want it any other way. >>> >>> John Rodgers >>> 88 GL Driver >>> >>> >>> John Rodgers wrote: >>> >>>> I kinda like "living memory". Keeps a better...
• Re: O2-sensor blues and more on '84 1.9L engine
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 15 Aug 2011 05:47:54 -0700
  ...alistair On 2011-08-14, at 10:17 PM, John Rodgers wrote: > I think it's Alistair Bell on this list make a little...
• Re: 2.1 L Head Leaks
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 19 May 2011 13:42:56 -0700
  ...BenT sent from my electronic leash On May 19, 2011, at 12:56 PM, John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > It appears my 88...
• Re: fuel line replacement
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 3 Jun 2010 20:05:56 -0700
  ...cheers alistair On 3-Jun-10, at 7:22 PM, John Rodgers wrote: Alistair - I second everything you have said. Replacing those fuel lines...
• Re: Mixing Marvel and Redline?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 28 Jan 2002 18:29:08 -0600
  ...check the rockers to find > the > > loose lifter. When found, the lifter can be replaced with along > with a > > 2- piece push rod tube...
• Re: Vanagon rear lights and the pathetic headlights
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 17 Dec 2010 19:55:17 -0600
  ...John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 12/17/2010 2:59 PM...
• Re: 1983 balljoints?
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Wed, 07 May 1997 19:27:21 -0400
  ...I am not sure this >is a valid check, does anyone know a more foolproof check? What >experience have any list members had with...
• Re: Altitude Sickness and Buzzing alarm.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 27 Mar 2011 15:28:56 -0700
  ...the cool thing I gather these days .is to use non-stretch 1.9 wbxr rod bolts on 2.1 connectiing rods. and not...
• Re: Ball joints replacement
  Historical mailing list - Peter Zendzian
  Sat, 22 Aug 1998 23:18:42 -1000
  ...Unbolt the lower ball joint and tie rod end. Loosen the adjusting bolt on the tie rod end. Now here is the part that...
• Re: Differences Brennan 85 and 89?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:27:24 -0400
  ...Your spell checker needs a spanking. Brennan?? CAN'T USE: Front brakes and spindles Steering knuckles, lower control arm, radius rod if it's...
• Re: See the
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 30 Sep 2010 18:50:59 -0500
  ...Alaskan's sure do!! John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 9/30/2010...
• Idle stub system
  Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
  Sat, 5 Dec 2009 05:03:33 -0000
  ...If that's not the problem I'd follow the procedure that > John Rodgers posted here a while back for thoroughly checking out the...
• Re: CV Service and Repair Rates
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 8 May 2009 02:42:44 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Michael Sullivan wrote: > Called a place local in San Antonio today. 69.00 to check and repack. > 99...
• Re: Gas tank replacement, 78, successful!
  Historical mailing list - Rodney L. Boleyn
  Mon, 17 Jun 1996 14:26:29 -0400
  ...4 hours, bolting down tank, running new gas line, checking for leaks, reinstall firewall and air intake apparatus. 1-1/2 hours post-op...
• Re: Wanted to buy: Revell Plastic Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - John Rodger
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 07:57:59 -0800
  ...It might be worth checking with your local hobby shop first. John Rodger, Ottawa 88 Westy 00 Jetta TDI -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: 4 speed transmition stuck in fourth
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Sun, 20 Jul 2008 10:13:23 -0400
  George, My first course of action would be to lay under the bus and observe the action of the selector rod at the transmission...
• Re: '91 Westy Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 16:47:49 EST
  ...A couple years ago I was stuck in Rod Run traffic in Pidgeon Forge and the fan kept kicking in. Checking my Digitool I...
• Re: Oil pressure warnings, WAS: Mann Oil Filter and lifters
  Historical mailing list - Derek Burgess
  Sun, 2 Mar 2014 11:10:32 -0800
  ...ALL ... > other than checking the oil with the dipstick.. > there is zero indication of oil pressure failure ( unless you count rod > knock. ) > > Name the...
• Re: those of you who have installed a fuel line replacement kit read!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 07:46:54 -0500
  ...It is defintely time to check thos clamps. Soon as it warms up a bit this morning I'm going to check mine. I...
• Re: Maintenance Schedule
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 30 Nov 2004 00:20:57 -0600
  ...I check the oil, check the coolant, check the power steering fluid level. I look underneath to see if there is any indication of...
• Re: rear hatch lock problem
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Thu, 6 Aug 2009 23:52:35 -0400
  ...Dutifully, I > first > checked the archives but found nothing really useful. I lubed via > the key slot > to no avail. I know that I...
• Re: Waterboxer longevity
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 12 Apr 2000 08:11:59 -0700
  ...Good oil pressure is the best indicator of good bearings, and if those rods go oval the oil pressure will drop. I also think...
• Re: Protest Volkswagen over copyright infringements
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Mon, 17 Oct 2005 20:32:04 -0400
  I just checked, and www.volksaremad.com is an available domain name. Someone should make a website with a petition of disloyalty to the...
• Re: Power Steering rack boot
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Sun, 15 Aug 2004 23:56:44 -0400
  When you remove the tie rod end, just loosen the locknut but snug it up again against the end of the tie rod end...
• Re: Busted Down Near Tekonsha, Michigan
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:14:04 -0600
  ...Had I driven just a bit more, the engine probably would have have thrown a rod. Point being here - check your compression first - before...
• Re: Houston, we have a problem.......!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 17 Jul 2015 20:40:18 -0500
  ...With engine off, I checked throttle operation and it is > perfect. I can hear the switch clicking appropriately. Connections tight, > no slipped throttle cable...
• Re: Big Emblem Grill, Round Headlights
  Historical mailing list - William B
  Fri, 2 Jun 2006 11:47:54 -0400
  ...You can order them from tiico.com or several other sites if you're interested in the dirty work involved in installing it, check...
• Re: '91 Carat - maintenance report
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 6 Mar 2015 18:47:38 -0500
  ...You need to check that. If you still need to source the Muffler consider the GW muffler, tailpipe, and brackets. Dennis -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: Pt. Barrow Winter Solstice
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 19 Nov 2011 19:12:00 -0600
  ...a Vanagon. > > mcneely > > ---- John Rodgers<inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: >> I should have mentioned this in the earlier post. >> >> Check your calendar - November, right? >> >> In...
• Re: Oldsmobile Burns Today - Fuel Lines
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Jul 2003 08:03:29 -0500
  ...Guy went inside, came out started engine.... >>>whummp!! Instant fire all over the place. >>> >>>Check those fuel lines!!!!! >>> >>> >> >>It must be the season... A...
• Re: 2.1 Push Rod Cover Fabrication?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 05:21:23 -0400
  ...Canada for $150 CAD plus shipping, NOT $160 USD plus shipping. Check the exchange rates and you’ll see what’s better. http://www...
• Brake fluid overfilled
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Fri, 3 Mar 2000 19:06:22 -0700
  ...I checked the fluid reservoir on top of the instrument panel and it is way over full, right up to the top. I plan...
• Engine noise?
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 11:54:10 -0700
  Another day, another question, After a recent head job on my '90 Westy, 124k miles, which included a valve grind, new push rods, new...
• Re: Small Screws for curtain rods
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Tue, 26 Sep 2000 12:47:32 -0500
  Well its not to often that I reply to my own post, but after checking out many hardware stores, calling the VW dealer and...
• Re: improperly vented battery could cause damage to pass seat
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 1 Mar 2006 17:17:56 -0600
  ...Vent that sucker, I say - vent that sucker!! John Rodgers 88 GL Driver X 2
• Re: Synth Fuel
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Fri, 9 May 2008 19:48:56 -0700
  ...What say you all.. > > > > Regards, > > > > John Rodgers > > 88 GL Driver > > > > > > -- > > No virus found in this incoming message. > > Checked by AVG. > > Version: 7.5.524...
• Re: is it me? broke shift lever!
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Fri, 20 Nov 1998 12:36:31 -0500
  ...May want to check >yours sometime. > >Quick fix was not quick, had to run a tap down the remaining stub and up >into the...
• Re: Brake swap
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sat, 14 Jan 2006 14:31:19 -0800
  Yes, Joe, the job is fairly easy, if dirty! The upper and lower ball joints need to be unbolted, and the tie rod ends...
• Re: Brake Light Switches
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:38:48 -0400
  ...Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com On 10/18/2010 11:30 AM, John Rodgers wrote: > OK, so this raises a question...
• Re: Vanagon Short Shift Kit
  Historical mailing list - Craig Morton
  Tue, 14 Mar 2006 10:51:01 -0800
  ...Craig John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: Bob, Did you get the shift extension?? Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver x2 Bob Elliott wrote...
• Re: Crunchy Clutch Pedal Feel - intermittant
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Alfonso
  Tue, 15 Apr 2008 22:10:39 -0700
  ...I've checked the archives > > about this issue, but now it's time to ask the masters... > > > > The patient is an '89 Westfalia, 205k...
• Re: Oil pressure warnings, WAS: Mann Oil Filter and lifters
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 2 Mar 2014 20:39:42 -0600
  ...ALL ... > other than checking the oil with the dipstick.. > there is zero indication of oil pressure failure ( unless you count rod > knock. ) > > Name the...
• Re: Windshields: all years the same?
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Wed, 29 Dec 2004 11:00:35 -0600
  ...Is the original glass as hard, harder, softer > than aftermarket windshield glass, and is there a difference in > thickness? > > Regards, > > John Rodgers > 88 GL...
• Re: Engine Shudders -2.1L WBX.
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 24 Sep 2014 22:17:31 -0300
  ...I checked with an > induction timing light the firing of each ignition wire up 2500 rpm. Each > was good. Yet it still shudders on...
• repost: 70 bus for sale ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 03 Sep 95 00:21:16 CDT
  ...rod, and good tires. It needs new ball joints installed I have the parts. I've planned on splitting the case and checking the...
• Re: Can I get a diagnosis please, Part II
  Historical mailing list - Access Systems
  Sun, 27 Jun 1999 22:12:24 -0400
  ...sounds like at least that head has to come off, I would guess that a connecting rod let go somehow?!?! > This engine is a...
• Re: powder coating exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Thu, 25 May 2000 15:16:08 EDT
  ...There are high temp coatings for exhaust that would extend the life and preserve the appearance; check the hot rod magazines for the latest...
• Re: exhaust
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 1 Oct 2003 07:20:02 -0500
  You might check with List Member Robert Lilley. He built a "Lilley" engine .... internal parts coated with ceramic material amond gother things.... and as...
• Re: head post-mortem, and a question
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Thu, 2 Oct 2003 12:38:47 -0700
  If you check with NW Con Rod, they can provide high spec stud kits for the diesel head. They are not cheap, but neither...
• Re: DEAR GOD Re: timing belt
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 27 Jun 2004 22:50:46 -0500
  ...I wonder if they have timing chains??? TnC John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Eric Zeno wrote: >"No Belt...timing chain instead" > >Dear GOd. Please...
• Re: Seized Engine?
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Sun, 21 May 2006 06:50:49 -0700
  ...Did you check the valves to see if it had one of them in the cylinder,If a piston disintegrated stopping the engine from...