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• Squeak, squeak cure?
  Historical mailing list
  14 Oct 96 07:20:50 PDT
  ...The anti-sway bar goes through a rubber bushing as do other bits and pieces of the suspension system. I can see black residue...
• Installing front springs 2WD
  Historical mailing list - John Clemens
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 21:51:35 -0800
  ...Other question, I'm replacing the bushing where the stabilizer link fits over the stabilizer bar(the stabilizer link is the vertical piece between...
• Re: Rear Springs and Bushings and Steering Rack
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:23:02 -0400
  ...Also, I read your info on the rear bushings for the trailer arms. Mine are poor and no longer adjustable. Luckily my rear is...
• Re: Front end rattle solved
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 10 May 2021 14:36:16 -0400
  ...It was. > >> > >> He had used locally sourced bushings and they looked great and exactly like the originals. but they failed . I had to search...
• Re: Blown steering racks: read pls.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Sep 1997 14:25:57 -0700
  ...The bushing wears out and causes the problems in the rack so the kit is "Worthless" with out the bushing and the tooling to...
• Re: Loose front end parts
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Tue, 20 Feb 2001 05:02:51 -0000
  i doubt the swaybar bushing is your problem. I would pay more attention to the torn ball joint boot. From my experience I would...
• Re: plastic coolant pipe diameter?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Mon, 1 Mar 2004 02:12:15 EST
  ...a metal bushing is inserted into the ends of the plastic coolant lines where the rubber hoses attach. I don't know how this...
• Rough Shifting
  Historical mailing list - John Schaper
  Thu, 16 Nov 2000 16:40:13 -0800
  ...Grease the under carriage bushings that the shift rod goes through--makes a world of difference!
• Re: Rebuilding manual steering rack? (+ crossing the creek)
  Historical mailing list - Phil Stanhope
  Sun, 13 Apr 2008 05:10:27 -0700
  ...I > suggested bushings and > he thought that might be. I'm thinking $425 > is a hell of a price for a couple of bushings...
• Re: uhh... changing upper control arm bushings?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Mon, 22 Aug 2005 22:33:11 -0700
  ...changing upper control arm bushings? > sooo.... after deciding to change my upper control arm bushings, I > finally looked up the job in my Haynes...
• Re: Syncro shocks - group purchase?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 13:05:41 -0500
  ...I'd forget the poly bushings, you wouldn't like the resultant harsh ride and noise, they're great for a track car, but...
• Re: To those concerned with steering wheel sloppiness
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 3 Sep 2009 20:45:59 -0500
  ...I don't remember how much they cost, they were on the high side for simple molded rubber bushings but dirt cheap for the...
• Re: Tips for removing rear trailing-arm bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 26 Sep 2006 17:47:51 -0700
  ...may be frozen to the steel sleeves inside the bushings, > because the entire bushings turn when I apply lots of torque to the > bolt...
• Re: creaking from right side upper control arm
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:11:47 -0700
  Creaking's usually the upper control arm bushings. There's a wear check in the Bentley but you can sometimes buy some quiet time...
• Re: Seafoam for Squeaks?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 13:42:10 -0800
  ...and...........what worked on some squeaky upper inner a-arm bushings for me..... I've sprayed those things like crazy with silicone spray, WD...
• Re: clutch chatter fixed, thanks
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Thu, 17 Apr 2014 10:20:50 -1000
  ...Sine yours > apparently had the original clutch, the flywheel apparently not tampered > with - it's likely that the bushing was still there - BUT did...
• Re: Shifter grease
  Historical mailing list - Robert Downes
  Sat, 11 Feb 2012 20:33:09 -0800
  ...that could ever cause any confusion--on Bentley 34.7) > > 4) on the ball-shaped bushings (called "Bushing, front" and "Bushing, > > rear") > > > > Thanks, > > > > mike > > >
• Re: (home engine repair) Torque converter seal question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 24 Feb 2001 19:47:27 -0500
  ...You must also carefully check the hub for wear and the condition of the bushing inside the torque converter. I've found that most...
• Re: bolt
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Sat, 5 Sep 2020 10:26:27 -0700
  Starting during the 85 model year production that front lower shock mounting used a tapered bushing on one end of the long bolt. If...
• Re: brake shoe bottom spacer
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 18 Mar 2012 07:47:02 -0700
  ...http://www.menards.com/main/tools-hardware/fasteners/miscellaneous/bushings/9-16-x-15-16-x-14-gauge-machine-bushings-20-pcs-box/p...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Paul Bingman
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 19:53:22 -0800
  ...So, I will > shop for new(er) front springs and various bushings (certainly my > upper a-arms, which squeak appallingly, and the anti-sway...
• Re: Powerflex transaxle bushing
  Historical mailing list - vanagongl85
  Fri, 29 Apr 2016 07:40:00 -0600
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• Re: Running out of castor adjustment
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 15 Jul 2013 18:24:57 -0400
  At 06:14 PM 7/15/2013, ralph meyermann wrote: >OEM or aftermarket bushings?? Shouldn't make any difference, there's a steel sleeve...
• Re: Front End Bushings
  Historical mailing list - mike and becky
  Thu, 23 Jul 1998 17:26:10 -0400
  I just replaced the front end on my 87 Wolf and found Ron @ The Bus Depot to have the best prices and everything in...
• Re: 81 Vanagon 4 Speed 2WD Shaft Bearing Bushing
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Sun, 24 Sep 2023 09:01:24 -0400
  ...I’d be looking to see if the tank could be lowered > enough to get access to that shift rod bushing without disconnecting tubes...
• Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 7 Feb 2014 10:43:27 -0800
  ...Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure > >.....I installed this bushing: ..... on my engine swap. (image of it installed): > > https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ozMqBRgLXD8/Ubu5n5CAFoI...
• Re: New steering rack bushings and Peanut Oil on my pipes...
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 19 May 2011 20:49:44 -0700
  ...New steering rack bushings and Peanut Oil on my pipes... To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Thursday, May 19, 2011, 7:53 PM � Work...
• Successful fan motor repair (Jetta)
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright, IS Manager
  Sun, 16 Feb 1997 21:30:49 -0800
  ...I then polished the shaft surface which rides in the bushings with emory paper, then reassembled with a thin layer of moly grease. (not...
• Re: [Re: part number]
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fortino
  Wed, 2 May 2001 10:33:53 MDT
  ...171 711 166 - bushing (2 required) - these are the bushings where the pin goes through the shift rod. You have to get at these...
• Re: shifter bushing kit
  Historical mailing list - Scott G. Terry
  Mon, 22 Oct 2001 09:53:22 -0700
  Greg, Have you checked the adjustment of your transmission linkage? Yes, replacing bushings could improve the feel of the shifter, but I would start...
• Re: right front clunk noise
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 20:40:15 -0700
  You might try soapy water instead of WD40--works well and dries/evaporates leaving a good grip between the bushing and the metal hoop...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Tim Mc Dermott
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 10:42:36 -0500
  ...These have to come out, as the bushing ends are > destroyed by rust and wear. > Thank you very much for all your help...... > > *Miguel...
• Re: Slider Hinge
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 25 Jan 2021 22:07:36 -0800
  Hi Gene, I don't see any plastic bushing on the rear hinge... https://www.gowesty.com/product/lock-latch/23910/complete-sliding-door...
• Lower balljoint problem after 3500miles
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Thu, 17 Aug 2000 16:14:34 EDT
  I replaced both lower balljoints 3500miles ago and did all the rubber bushings at that time too. Didn't have the money to do...
• Re: [Syncro] Posted Pics of Driveshaft "Piston" and SA Bushing
  Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
  Tue, 18 Oct 2005 22:43:24 EDT
  ...I posted pics of the Driveshaft Piston people have talked about and a picture of the bushing I received from Gordon Criag of South...
• Screech, said the front wheel
  Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
  Mon, 3 Apr 2017 22:54:22 -0400
  ...I did see a very mashed bushing... like, wasted. dont know what that bushing is called, but its the one closest to the wheel...
• Re: rebuilding throttle body
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Fri, 18 May 2001 15:35:28 -0500
  ...perhaps once the bushings develop some play they allow the plate to scrape against the sides. Then there's always carbon deposits that reduce...
• Re: Radius Arm (strut) Steel Sleeve Measurement
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:36:40 -0700
  ...Too small and the bushings won't be properly > loaded, too large and they will be damaged. > > Dennis > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 26 May 2012 11:15:10 -0400
  ...Radius rod/arm sourced The picked ones are great shape and the bushing sleve is descent too!! Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy On...
• Re: Rebuilding suspension - suggestions
  Historical mailing list - brett rueff
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 04:56:15 +0000
  ...I did the control arm bushings about a year ago. I think the rest are good. Is there a way to check them other...
• Re: Starter Removal 2WD and AT
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 4 Nov 2010 16:00:01 -0400
  ...The AT starter shaft is completely supported by the starter housing; no bushing involved. Disconnect the neg battery terminal before starting. :-) have fun, Larry...
• Re: Front end advice
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 4 Mar 2006 10:37:37 -0500
  ...Plan to replace the bushings at the front of those strut bars. Even if they look good, they are distorted and stretched. Dennis -----Original...
• Re: starter swap
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Tue, 9 Aug 2016 03:43:18 -0400
  ...In the past I used a thread tap to cut threads in the bushing, then screwed in a bolt the proper size and pried...
• squeeeeeeeeeeeeek!
  Historical mailing list - tony moore
  Sun, 29 Oct 2000 21:33:32 -0800
  ...anyone know exactly what causes this? some bushing of sorts? thanks! tony _______________________________________________________ Say Bye to Slow Internet! http://www.home.com/xinbox/signup.html
• right front clunk noise
  Historical mailing list - Sidney White
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 21:22:57 EST
  ...the right front on a 1987 Westy with supposed 78,000 miles- second owner-ME. Bushing, shock, ideas on how to check. Sid Vicious
• Re: manual steering rack and pinion
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 14:48:02 -0700
  The problem I have seen on a few steering racks is that the bushing at the outer end of the steering rack....... a bushing...
• Re: Trailing arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Thu, 7 Jun 2012 14:19:54 -0600
  ...Lots of vasoline, and compress the rear bushing with that no hub cast iron coupling (take rubber part out of the middle and use...
• "free" Canadian Tire loaner tools...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 22 Dec 2006 11:53:54 -0800
  ...has anyone tried kit 25 "648604 Upper Control Arm Bushing Service Kit" ? Does it work with Vanagon upper control arms? Removing Vanagon control arm...
• Re: wrist pins Boston bob
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 31 Jan 2005 19:03:14 -0800
  ...Other things that can > cause a piston to not transaction are damaged pistons or tight fitting rod > bushings . Most con rods also have an...
• Re: Inner tie rods
  Historical mailing list - Tom C
  Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:40:59 -0500
  ...I don’t think mine have ever been changed, I’m at about 235k miles. >> I have urethane bushings all around except the steering...
• Re: Lower Control Arm Bushing R&R
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Sat, 4 Apr 2009 13:36:30 -0700
  ...cobbling some crap together, I easily got the lower control arm > > bushings out. > > > > http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/lowercontrolarm > > > > But..... > > > > If I press the new...
• spring/shock replacement.
  Historical mailing list - brett rueff
  Mon, 18 Feb 2013 05:18:15 +0000
  Just in the process of replacing my shocks (fox) and springs (GW) and front end bushings (powerflex). Its all gone pretty well. I checked...
• Re: aircooled dash removal prep - what to get, and where?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:50:25 -0700
  ...if you have the heat exchanger removed and on the bench. >...I found > that the relay arm bushings Edit: "relay rod bushings" Boy. Sure...
• Re: Front-End Squeek
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 10:25:41 -0800
  Upper control arm bushings, squeaks are as common as leaking heads after about 150,000 miles. Maybe it is time to mention this repair...
• Syncro shocks - group purchase?
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 09:35:08 -0800
  ...I plan to replace the springs, Boge shocks, and all the various bushings that drive me crazy with all their squeaking. I am guessing...
• Rust Warning
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Sat, 19 Aug 2000 13:19:41 -0700
  ...It inserts into the frame with large rubber bushings. When I removed the bushings, it was all rusty inside and completely invisible from the...
• Re: Another Q: Caster arm rubber.
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Sat, 17 Nov 2001 17:18:56 -0800
  ...vanagon due to old rubber in the caster > strut bar (front) bushings. > > Yes, the rubber is obviously old (1982), but still good and > springy...
• Re: Nolathane upper control arm bushings?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 20 Jan 2020 09:57:01 -0700
  On 20 Jan , 2020, at 8:08 AM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > undoubtedly the most reliable not being dependent on lubrication. Not entirely sure about...
• Radiator rubber bushings
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Tue, 13 May 2003 10:51:13 -0700
  Anyone know where I can get the little quarter sized rubber grommets for the radiator ? (1987 Syncro) TIA Sean Garrett 1981 Westy (his) 1995...
• '72 bus CVs, rear bearings, and torsion bars?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 21 Jan 95 10:02:26 MST
  ...Things like the wheel bearings and the rubber bushings under the spring plates. How hard is it to replace the rear wheel bearings assuming...