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• Re: Fw: Subaru EJ20 Turbo Diesel - Payback
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 10:43:34 -0800
  ...road, the torque from the engine, is passed through the transmission reduction gearing out through the drive axles to the wheel spindles.� If you...
• Re: starter
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 30 Oct 2018 14:30:59 -0400
  ...I have some experience with the Go Westy gear reduction starter.which I am not really sold on. I have lots of experience with...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: Exhaust Deal (My idea) No Van content
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 5 Aug 1999 23:41:05 -0700
  ...My guess is that there would be a drastic reduction. I think people need to see more planets with no life on them to...
• Re: Periodically starting Vanagon(?)
  Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
  Sun, 8 Dec 2019 17:38:42 -0800
  ...wrote: >>> >>> Hi listers - like many of you I have noticed the reduction in email traffic >>> over the past several months. Anyway - I have a...
• AUDI Allroad quattro will be produced in Neckarsulm
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 11 Dec 1998 16:46:47 EST
  ...The allroad quattro will come with three-stage, height adjustable air suspension and a reduction-gear transmission for use on difficult terrain. Two V6...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - Garth Woolstenhulme
  Sat, 23 Oct 2004 21:02:55 -0700
  Ten years ago I took my aluminum cans in the van to be recycled. I had been collecting them in 40 gallon trash bags...
• Re: tolls (was RE: I-90 Freeway help)
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 27 Jun 2006 21:19:33 -0700
  ...due to loss of fuel taxes from alternative energy/fuel vehicles, >reduction in driving habits due to high costs of fuel (which apparently >hasn...
• Re: Talk to me about AT's!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 20 Jul 2007 15:12:29 -0400
  ...there are now a lot of gears turning to make >>the >>reduction. > >Thus the marked change in the sound of the transmission -- the sonic...
• CARB madness! (Friday)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 20 Jul 2001 16:22:51 EDT
  ...From the late 70s when emissions standards were put in place until today we have seen a reduction of emissions that is 98% in...
• Re: [WetWesties] Help!!! Won't start
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 18 Apr 2015 17:15:12 -0700
  ...I’ve switched to the Go Westy gear reduction starter now. Stuart From: wetwesties@yahoogroups.com [mailto:wetwesties@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jeremy...
• Re: Vanagon Reliability & Philosophy
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Mon, 1 Jul 2019 23:01:05 +0000
  ...I also went with the GoWesty gear reduction starter as I was fed up with going through rebuilds. Lot of money, lot of time...
• Re: Starter review 4 years later
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:22:36 +0000
  ...adaptor for the vanagon allowing the use of a TDI gear reduction starter. > >4 years ago I purchased it and a starter.  Dennis installed...
• Re: ethanol free gasoline
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 5 Sep 2013 14:09:35 -0500
  ...a 10% reduction in fuel economy for > > >>>> the gas with 10% alcohol. > > >>>> Only in my camper was it a 20% reduction. > > >>>> This evening I...
• Re: 1985 Westy A/C compressor doesn't turn
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 02:21:41 -0400
  ...S10 comes from the > > load reduction relay so that power to the A/C control system is only > > available when ignition is on and...
• '56 kombi - transmission: day 3/?
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 2 Jan 1995 21:26:56 -0800 (PST)
  ...the very least I won't have to crack open the reduction boxes. If this trannyis toast, then I will, though :( The weekend after...
• Phx Bug-O-Rama Report
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Apr 1997 13:59:36 -0700 (MST)
  ...The reduction of entry/admission fees and the refocus on VW's only were appreciated by most. My personal opinion is that Rick and...
• Re: Oil in Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 9 Jan 2012 14:01:08 -0800
  ...I don't especially believe in overheating causing a reduction in power by itself. hey ..try this.. take the 14inch wheels off the one...
• Re: 81 Westfaila
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 7 Dec 2015 18:20:17 -0800
  ...EGR helps to reduce peak flame temperature both for NOx reduction and for these engines head and piston survival. Dennis From: Christian Smith [mailto...
• Re: tolls (was RE: I-90 Freeway help)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 27 Jun 2006 07:30:02 -0700
  ...due to loss of fuel taxes from alternative energy/fuel vehicles, reduction in driving habits due to high costs of fuel (which apparently hasn...
• Trip report Busses By the Bridge
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 20 Jan 2023 22:02:37 -0500
  ...And, I did purchase his adaptor in anticipation of installing a new Gear reduction starter in my 84. Probably one of the most surprising...
• Re: Defroster questions
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:34:17 -0800
  ...Right) >> > 1) Turn signal / emergency flasher relay >> > 2) Vacant >> > 3) Load reduction relay >> > 4) Key in buzzer >> > 5) Intermittent wiper relay >> > >> > Bruce >> > >> > On Fri...
• Re: Is something killing my starters?
  Historical mailing list - Michael McSwain
  Wed, 29 Jun 2016 17:01:38 +0000
  ...I think I'm going to try one of Karl's adapters and a gear reduction starter along with a new cable to the...
• Emissions failures make me feel like a failure
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Thu, 6 Dec 2007 08:38:37 -0500
  ...Could you please post emissions results when you do this? I'd like to know what the reduction actually is. I have data for...
• Re: Bosch "premium" rebuilt starter appears to be built from non-Bosch parts!?!
  Historical mailing list - moritz schmid
  Mon, 3 Jul 2017 17:39:37 +0000
  ...When I took them to the shop, > the owner suggested I look at one of his gear reduction starters. It was a > lot cheaper...
• Re: Starter SR0408X ge-futzd
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Fri, 30 Apr 2010 17:42:11 -0600
  ...whirring path. > > Might be that the starter (Genuwhine Bosch SR0408X gear reduction TDI > 1999-2003) has gone nips up and jammed the solenoid lever...
• Re: Gowesty starter problems...but, Ignition Switch
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 6 Sep 2016 00:23:12 +0000
  ...It is a Gowesty gear reduction starter > that failed > 4) I'll let everyone know what Gowesty says. Hopefully by tomorrow > afternoon > > > Dennis Jowell...
• Re: Porsche automatic transmission in a vanagon? Is it possible?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 18:16:42 -0800
  ...No getting the engine to run backwards without a special cam, etc. > No reduction boxes like the old bus to reverse the stub axle...
• Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Sat, 30 Jun 2012 10:45:35 -0700
  ...Again this NOx reduction is what brought us the dyno emissions testing. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: [vanagon] lister needs help on the road - headlight gremlin in 86 westy
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 14:08:28 -0400
  ...Your ignition switch "X" contact (which powers the "X" or load reduction relay) is burned out. You need to replace your ignition switch (just...
• Re: spare tire compatibility?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 19 Jan 2014 10:04:06 -0500
  ...Since these transmissions often break parts as much as wear them the increased torque requirement from the speed reduction does wear and break parts...
• Re: Unfixable 86 Washers, again - figured out
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 9 Sep 2010 16:49:45 -0700
  ...had 3 wiper/washer intermittant relays in it. > and two load reduction relays. > and fuse 20 for washers and license plate wires is good...
• Clutchless in Ca. Update
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  14 Dec 1995 11:10:00 -0800
  ...a diesel?) and that may fix the problem, with the concurrent reduction in cost because they now longer believe that they have to pull...
• Re: The Dreaded Emissions test
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Jun 2011 01:58:43 -0400
  ...due to the cost saving measures of using as little emissions reduction equipment as possible. Most notable is the small catalytic converters and lack...
• Re: Questions about crossing the border into Canada with rebuilt engines to show and maybe sell
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Sat, 8 Dec 2001 14:35:08 -0600
  ...The engines are not sold at this point but they could > be more atractive without the additional shipping costs and a possible > reduction of...
• Re: Defroster questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 10 Mar 2023 16:28:42 -0500
  ...Right) > > 1) Turn signal / emergency flasher relay > > 2) Vacant > > 3) Load reduction relay > > 4) Key in buzzer > > 5) Intermittent wiper relay > > > > Bruce > > > > On Fri...
• Re: what the vw waterboxer offers?? Lilleys & aircooleds
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sat, 2 Jun 2001 00:01:37 EDT
  ...And as far as "life" of the gasket, it should be extended because of the reduction of heat that the coatings provide. IF and...
• Re: Replacing the starter on my 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 21 Jan 2017 11:14:33 -0600
  ...recommend looking into an > Karl’s adapter and a TDi gear reduction starter. The starters are more > readily available and cheaper than the GoWesty...
• Re: Starter review 4 years later
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:36:49 -0400
  ...adaptor for the vanagon allowing the use of a TDI > gear reduction starter. >> >> 4 years ago I purchased it and a starter. Dennis installed...
• Re: Noisy transaxle??
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 22 Oct 2013 08:43:59 -0500
  ...clutch and >> keep >> >> the >> >> > engine rpm there is a big noise reduction? There is also some noise I >> >> hear >> >> > Idling in neutral that goes...
• Re: Alarm choices: was Today somebody got into my van
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 2 May 2011 08:16:19 -0700
  ...Auto insurance companies, a`to makers and law enforcement agencies agree that cars with alarms “show no overall reduction in theft losses'. One major...
• Re: bus depot snap in fender liners any one use them?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 18 Mar 2015 17:52:40 -0400
  ...I was also hoping they would help with sound reduction. My driveway is now a ice lake as we head into Vermont mud season...
• Max Engine Oil Temperatures
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 1 Jul 2002 15:57:41 EDT
  ...In all cases, this load induced reduction in viscosity is greater for conventional oils than for synthetics. The oxidation onset comes on very quickly...
• Re: Van insolation
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sat, 2 Apr 2022 23:35:18 +0000
  ...in place over 12 years.  And yes, very significant road noise reduction, so worth it to me.     On Friday, April 1, 2022, 06:41...
• Re: Bosch #72137 oil filter question (have searched archives....)
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 15:23:39 -0700
  ...Bosch Oil Filters is there can be (but > not always) a reduction in oil pressure. That can be the death knell to an > air...
• Re: Least Steep Passes over the Sierra Nevadas? (for a stock Vanagon Westy)?
  Historical mailing list - David O'Shea
  Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:02:29 -0700
  ...I don't know the grade relative to the other Sierra Passes, but I managed it with an occasional reduction of my top speed...
• Re: Van insulation
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 1 Apr 2022 09:38:14 -0400
  ...plan this project if I could touch the stuff! From noise reduction stick on, to better batting, to outer skins in the cards to...
• Re: 1981 Fuse S9 Potential Future Loads
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 1 Aug 2017 21:31:09 -0700
  ...The trigger circuit (switch) for the relay > should come off of the load reduction contact so that the lights turn off > with the ignition...
• Solution for Re: Vanagon Syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Thu, 6 Jan 2000 06:54:06 -0800
  ...Most of the reduction was in >the ECU, which turned into a really *dumb* unit. Noise on the AFM circuit >causes the ECU to...
• Re: EVC or Westy Syncro ... Ultimate Trip Vehicle?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Thu, 1 Aug 2002 08:55:20 -0700
  ...it gets tiresome, though sound-reduction materials, good seals, and a different engine (esp a subaru) can decrease the noise. > 7. Overall reliability again...
• Re: AC causes engine reduction in performance and stalling
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 18 May 2012 08:52:40 -0400
  Gregg, as Dennis says, when the van is running poorly, try turning the ignition off and then back on again. If the van runs...
• Re: Refrigerator elimination thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 28 Jun 2018 21:50:39 -0400
  ...run my original 1.9 engine for some time the weight >> reduction probably could not hurt. >> >> Of course the space would probably fill pretty...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 14:36:53 -0700
  ...So, with these last two items I'll have > replaced almost everything: > > Starter (Go Westy gear reduction) > Alternator > Alternator wiring to starter (Go Westy...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - tmiller
  Thu, 21 Oct 2004 21:25:25 -0400
  <!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.01 Transitional//EN"> <html> <head> <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html;charset=ISO-8859-1...
• Re: On the road and need some help
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 19 Feb 2011 17:37:59 -0800
  ...It is missing and has a serious >>> reduction of power when under load. It starts up and idles, but is >>> running real rough, no...
• Re: Bosch #72137 oil filter question (have searched archives....)
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 15:13:29 -0700
  ...Bosch Oil Filters is there can be (but > not always) a reduction in oil pressure. That can be the death knell to an > air...
• Re: Starter motor do-it-yourself rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:38:02 -0700
  ...The smaller is a gear reduction starter using a planetary gear and has a permanent magnet motor. The larger one is a direct drive...
• Re: Syncro in snowstorm, (try the Hudson's Bay)
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Thu, 21 Jan 1999 01:04:58 -0600
  ...are welcome! Marshall Ruskin 84 Westy, currently without heater fans (load reduction relay or ignition switch pblm) -----Original Message----- From: NACHTAIN7@AOL.COM <NACHTAIN7...
• Re: Old Car Scrappage Bullshit Alert
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 21 Dec 2001 22:50:58 -0800
  ...In addition, studies have shown that removing all the cars 20 years and older from the roadways would result in a negligible reduction in...
• Re: 81 Westfaila
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Markett
  Mon, 7 Dec 2015 20:39:07 -0800
  ...EGR helps to reduce peak flame temperature both for NOx reduction and for these engines head and piston survival. > > > > Dennis > > > > > > > > From: Christian Smith [mailto...
• Re: Oil pressure update.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 29 Apr 2001 21:10:16 -0400
  ...If it were leaky then it would cause an across-the-board reduction in pressure that would gradually increase as the oil warmed and...