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• Re: Start up,back fire?
  Historical mailing list - Raceing Cajun
  Tue, 19 May 2015 17:34:12 -0500
  No reason to apologize to the technician, he just forgot to put his "X-Ray Torque-O Vision" glasses on that day. Could happen...
• Torque values for rocker shaft
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 12 Feb 2015 15:20:18 -0600
  I've been looking for this in the BENTEY but have not found it. I think it 18 ft/lbs but I would rather...
• Re: Sportsvans (sick)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Apr 1994 16:35:51 -0400
  ...A whopping 48 HP - but max torque is at2200 rpm so it isnt as bad as you might think sps
• Re: Torque Wench
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 18:21:53 -0800
  Uh. I suspect that's what you use to get the chrome off a trailer hitch. But I don't know for sure. But...
• Transmission Problems
  Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
  Sun, 28 Aug 2005 12:30:41 EDT
  ...The torque converter was replaced last winter. I would appreciate any suggestions as to where to look for a fix. Thanks, Rico
• Re: Auto tranny questions
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 26 Apr 2006 19:53:04 -0400
  ...you need an inch pound torque wrench to do this.
• Re: lug nuts torque-
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Buese
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:21:08 -0600
  ...lug nuts torque- > > >> At 6/25/2010 07:57 AM, Alistair Bell wrote: >>> get the breaker bar as a few of us advised before...
• Re: does mkp = Nm? (torque specs)
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Mon, 5 Oct 1998 08:25:47 -0400
  ...At 10:50 AM 10/3/98 -0400, you wrote: >Derek Drew wrote: > >> I have a pile of torque wrenches here. Some of them...
• Torque Converter Questin
  Historical mailing list - Dale Goodvin
  Mon, 30 Dec 2002 19:06:07 -0800
  ...This is what VW Dealer did: "replaced all belts" (3 V-Belts) "replaced oil seal, gasket, bulb and TORQUE CONVERTER" (vehicle was leaking transmission...
• Re: FW: Why has the list been so quiet lately/ 1.9TD
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 17:39:07 -0800
  There is less (slightly) torque on a 1.9TD then there is on a 2.1 wasserboxer. I think you are confusing this with...
• need help Transmission trouble in Newfoundland
  Historical mailing list - Woaca Woaca
  Wed, 11 Sep 2013 08:46:39 -0700
  ...Shop I got it flatbedded to says torque seal leaking a lot and to replace it they need to remove transmission. Once they have...
• Re: ? ENGINE SWAPS - TORQUE CURVES & WEIGHTS ?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Thu, 7 Sep 2000 07:05:33 EDT
  ...the Subaru 2.2 and the VW I4 ? 2/ Where can I find somewhat accurate torque vs. RPM graphs for these engines? Thanks, Rich
• Re: Upper ball joints - replacement
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sat, 20 Jul 2002 09:48:49 -0700
  ...You do want to check the torque on the bolts after you have driven a ways. Could it be that this part is dofferent...
• Re: 3.3 verses 4.3 ???
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 19:09:55 -0500
  ...190-195 hp @ 4400-4600 rpm > Torque: 250-260 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm > Applications: GMC Sierra/Chevrolet Silverado > Chevrolet S-10/GMC Sonoma > GMC...
• Re: Update, looking for Automatic transmission for 90 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 10 Dec 2014 09:12:35 -0800
  First, I wouldn't put in in without adding an aftermarket oil cooler, the Vanagon weighs a lot more, and more torque slip means...
• Re: Torque Curves for Key Vanagon Swap Candidates
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 12 Oct 2001 12:37:57 EDT
  ...But the ABA is a taller engine and has longer connecting rods moving the torque further down the RPM range. I think the ABA...
• GoWesty 2.4 L Engine
  Historical mailing list - Danny C.
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:47:15 -0700
  ...I have been seeing all this stuff on conversions and leaky torque converter seals. I have an auto tranny and have had that seal...
• Re: checking propane leaks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 1 Jul 2017 14:18:39 -0700
  ...Do not torque that line. That is how the bracket gets damaged. (BTDT). The nut on supply line does not require excessive torque. Once...
• Re: Fuel consumption in different gears - how does the energy / fuel work?
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 13:00:54 -0400
  On 3/25/2012 12:34 PM, Alistair Bell wrote: > Work done is torque applied for unit time. No. Work requires movement. No matter...
• Re: looking for a Torque Converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 4 Jan 2023 15:42:21 +0000
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• Re: Start up,back fire?
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Thu, 21 May 2015 18:41:26 -0400
  ...Some torque specs on stuff we have at work require the faster to have a thread dressing. Bill
• Re: Torque Curves for Key Vanagon Swap Candidates
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 16 Oct 2001 23:01:15 -0400
  Dear List, Here is another (better) URL showing actual dynometer spec comparing stock vs. upsolute: http://pics.tdiclub.com/filemaxx/%2E%2E%2Fmembers%2Fspeedrcr...
• Re: Transmission quits after 310,000 miles
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:09:54 -0600
  There is only one way I know to test a torque converter outside a shop that's set up to manufacture them - install it...
• Re: Help?
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Thu, 9 Dec 1999 15:45:26 -0500
  ...These are the same bolts that would secure the torque converter to the drive plate. The iron bar will prevent the drive plate from...
• Re: Rear wheel bearings - repeated nut tightening required?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 12 Apr 2017 12:11:13 -0700
  ...I figure I put close (if not more) to the 350 foot lbs of torque, a 2 foot breaker bar with 185 lbs standing...
• Re: Roadhaus - 2.2L Engine Install , Prelimanary Report
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Wed, 16 Oct 2002 16:10:39 -0400
  ...That >doesn't mean that there is higher max torque, just that there is more >at a point where the folks notice it. If...
• Shimming Main Flywheel?
  Historical mailing list - James Benthall
  Sat, 6 Aug 2005 13:14:00 EDT
  ...And I think I can borrow a torque wrench from a local auto parts store to give the correct torque. Thanks for any advice...
• Re: warped SA rotors...
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 30 Dec 2005 16:55:44 -0600
  ...He says 95 percent of warped rotors is becouse of improper torque >of the lug nutz. I also hear driving through puddles of water...
• Re: Latest dyno run
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 10:42:23 -0400
  ...What no one has mentioned is the very flat torque curve of the Ford and VS 2.0 litre I4's in mid range...
• Re: Head (gasket) fix
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hudgik
  Sat, 4 Apr 1998 06:04:36 -0500
  ...Head Torque - Different torques for different folks? How close a tolerance to spec has been followed by different factory guys, mechanics and backyard types...
• Re: Why has the list been so quiet lately/ 1.9TD
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 21:11:13 -0500
  ...ENGINE HORSE POWER TORQUE 2.1 WBX 95@4800 117@3200 1.9 TD 75@4200 111@2400-3400 2.0 Audi 115@5400...
• Re: Oil plug
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 08:06:02 -0500
  ...but i don't use a torque wrench, either. just tighten till stops, then quarter turn, just enough to crush the washer slightly. that...
• Re: Torque converter seal leaking?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Mon, 23 Sep 2013 11:21:00 -0400
  ...It appears the oil was coming out through the openings at the torque converter. We let the engine cool down and wiped off all...
• Re: burning smell - brakes or tire?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Mon, 15 Jul 2013 09:50:50 -0700
  ...It says the 19mm bolts are 116 ft lb torque. On Mon, Jul 15, 2013 at 9:31 AM, mark drillock <mdrillock@cox.net...
• Re: Seized Axel Nut
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 10 Jan 2001 12:13:58 -0500
  ...I've applied over 500lbs of torque and I've heated it and >I've sprayed it .... Do I have to remove the axel...
• Re: Brake pedal vibration
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 28 Aug 2005 18:57:59 EDT
  ...Did you ever hear of torque transfer in a differential? Well, this is one way to learn all about it. Even if the brake...
• When pestered with low end torque problems ...
  Historical mailing list - Jonc
  Sat, 29 Jul 2000 15:59:10 -0400
  What is the down side of putting an 1 1/4 inch pipe right through the middle of the Cat converter and the muffler...
• Re: vanagon conversion to mazda rotary engine
  Historical mailing list - Scott Norville
  Tue, 4 Mar 2003 00:41:07 -0500
  It would probably fit...but...these have a reputation for high fuel consumption with poor torque. Doesn't sound like a Vanagon solution. This...
• South African Performance chip (realy helps low end torque)
  Historical mailing list - Volks Cafe
  Fri, 10 Sep 2004 11:40:06 -0700
  Hello guys, Where does one purchase a South African Performance Chip and does it require any other mods to function correctly??? I saw a...
• Re: TIICO/ABA engine question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:41:32 -0800
  ...lbs of torque right off idle and 165 hp up top - >> no >> > nasty turbo required! �=) >> > >> > On Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 8:36 AM...
• Re: Rear Wheel Bearings
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 3 Oct 1999 20:04:39 -0400
  ...For tightening, I calculated the distance from the center for various forces to result in the proper torque, and ground little notches in the...
• Re: Hoo Boy! (Was: Corrado Powered Westy Syncro - For
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 28 May 1996 21:17:58 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Its more a problem of where the max torque and hp comes. If you have to wind out the motor to accel the heavy...
• Re: head cap nuts
  Historical mailing list - David O. Bradshaw
  Mon, 16 Dec 1996 09:33:40 -0500 (EST)
  ...Has anyone else experienced the cap nuts not staying at torque? If so, what do you suggest? > Question: Is the fat black ring gasket...
• Re: On Engine Efficiency, Comparing I4s, WBs and Subies (not short)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 1 Nov 2001 00:11:47 EST
  ...The torque curve is essential to understanding how that motor will perform under your conditions. Flat torque curve from 1500 to 5500 rpm is...
• Re: Question and parts request.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:02:49 -0500
  When I was working for an airline in the maintenance shop, all torque jobs required that the torque wrench be calibrated by the tool...
• Re: Torque values for rocker shaft
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 12 Feb 2015 17:14:42 -0500
  ...12, 2015 4:20 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Torque values for rocker shaft I've been looking for this in the...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 08:51:40 -0500
  Yep, it's called a torque wrench. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.stir-plate.com www.towercooler.com www.kegkits.com www.grow-sun.com...
• Re: Vanagon snow performance
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 3 Dec 1995 22:47:49 +0500
  ...73 Bus then : '87 Weekender and the '73 SuperBug (too much low end torque) Having said this, remember, any single one of these are...
• Re: Wheel tightening technique
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Tue, 8 Jan 2013 09:12:27 -0600
  ...that actually mean 'reduces the required torque' ? > > It means that you are required to reduce the tightening torque by the > indicated factor to avoid...
• Re: Trip Report - "Hi-Torque" starter and leaky gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
  Wed, 31 May 2006 10:58:33 -0700
  ...On 5/31/06, Daniel Gordon <dangordon0128@hotmail.com> wrote: > > > > Had major issues before we started with a "hi-torque" starter from > randymofoco on...
• Retorqing Vanagon Waterboxer Heads
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Wed, 16 Oct 2002 16:08:11 +0000
  ...Step Three � Retorque Head Nuts Take your torque wrench and torque all 4 head nuts. (Some people say you should remove each nut and...
• Re: Big bore diesels in a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 18:02:06 -0700
  ...more torque. maybe i'm just mixin up hp and torque again. oh well... gotta run eat lunch.. lates ===== Sudhir Desai
• Re: ATF leaking into differential; now Governor or torque seal?
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Thu, 3 May 2007 12:05:52 -0700
  I wasn't having problems with the torque converter ('88 Westy), but I did have the mess of oil all over the front of...
• Re: leaking torque converter oil seal?
  Historical mailing list - Thoreau
  Tue, 11 Mar 1997 00:20:37 -0600 (CST)
  ...The "stuff" appears thicker than engine oil and is NOT leaving > spots on the driveway. > Does anybody have any experience with this torque converter...
• Re: A/T torque converter seal replacement
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Wed, 25 Sep 2002 00:19:49 +0000
  ...And remember to fill your torque converter with oil.</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><BR><BR>&nbsp;</P></DIV> <DIV></DIV> <DIV></DIV> <DIV...
• Re: Gowesty starter problems
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Mon, 5 Sep 2016 15:04:23 -0400
  ...I used a RMW high torque adapter plate to replace the original starter on my Subaru conversion (KEP adapter plate) and it works great.
• Re: Click type torque wrench
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 10 May 1995 09:56:30 -0400
  Does anyone have a Hazet Catalog? Their stuff is plenty hard to come by in the US Some MAC and Snap-on trucks have...
• Re: Floormats for Diesel Vanagon -- OH YES!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Dec 2000 00:40:38 EST
  Diesel floormats make more torque and last longer, but are kinda stinky and make more noise when walked upon. A little dangerous, too. When...
• Re: Using American engines for Vanagon swap - why the heck not?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 23 Mar 2002 13:17:17 +1200
  >BIG engine's have cubic inches which makes horsepower--as well as gobs >of torque---- So use a REAL engine. A big Japanese or...
• Re: Fw: Subaru EJ20 Turbo Diesel
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 15:17:46 -0800
  ...it's more like increased fuel economy is a side benefit of having good low speed torque .. or ability to operate on non-fossile...