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FS: complete vanagon factory central power locking system
Historical mailing list
Wed, 18 Sep 2002 12:57:57 EDT
...includes all power lock actuators, vacuum lines, relays, etc. fits all vanagons from 80-91 p-mail if interested chris
Is there a clear window to look at the refridgerant in the air conditioning systems?
Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
Fri, 27 Jun 2003 10:59:42 -0500
My mechanic told me to find a clear window to look into the air conditioning lines. Is there one? Where is it?
Re: Reliability over one year
Historical mailing list - Ben huot
Mon, 12 Jan 2004 13:48:40 -0500
...Just take care of those fuel lines, i think we have seen enough of "horror stories" lately. Cheers, Ben http://www.benplace.com/
Fuel lines yes, but what about pressure regulator?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 1 Jun 2012 08:59:36 -0700
Should this be replaced after 27 years too? I know when it's diaphragm fails gas is sucked into vacuum line and can cause...
Replacing Fuel Lines
Historical mailing list - Slloth
Sat, 8 Mar 2008 11:51:09 -0800
I think I might go with the Van Cafe kit. It comes with clamps, line and seals. van cafe kit <http://volkscafe.com/vanagon...
BD Code
Historical mailing list - Dave Creasy
Sun, 5 Oct 2008 19:49:01 -0400
...Dave '78 Westy- Sold yesterday to a good home '85 Westy - Needing new water lines '93 EVMV - For Sale
Re: ALERT! Brand new fuel hoses failing!!!!
Historical mailing list - Slloth
Sat, 27 Sep 2008 20:06:25 -0700
Sounds like it may have been regular fuel lines used on fuel injection system? If it is a true "ALERT" please give all info...
Re: Film of oil all over back hatch
Historical mailing list - BA
Mon, 7 Nov 2005 20:00:57 -0800
...New fuel and coolant lines all round. The engine compartment has no sign of oil leaks (bottom or top) except a little weeping from...
I find out more on this hose thing.
Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
Tue, 5 Nov 2002 10:34:22 -0600
...I forgot something in my post last evening offering the SS replacement lines for the early Vanagons. Prior to me swapping out the rusted...
Re: Does this look like a fuel leak?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:44:11 -0800
...Last summer I hired a work-from-his-house vanagon-only mechanic to do some basic repairs - brake lines, brakes, shocks, gas tank breather...
Re: FUEL LINE: Hate to Burn, Then Learn.
Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
Wed, 16 Aug 2000 13:55:18 -0700
My '87 had one of its hi-pressure lines in the engine compartment replaced at some point by the PO with Gates fuel & PCV...
list problems (attn: list admin?)
Historical mailing list - Mark Fitzsimons
Mon, 8 Oct 2001 16:51:31 EDT
...It also appears that the message text of many of the posts is repeated twice within each post along with lines and lines of...
Re: leaks leaks and more leaks - another source for high pressure power steering
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sat, 24 Feb 2007 06:52:50 EST
...leaks leaks and more leaks - another source for high pressure power steering hoses See my _Vanagon Power Steering Lines_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43...
Re: I-4 conversion: power steering lines
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sun, 29 Jan 2006 23:22:35 -0800
...power steering lines Hi, I'm putting an Audi 80 (3A engine code) into an '86 westy using diesel parts. I'm using the...
Re: lost brake line...
Historical mailing list - robert feller
Mon, 24 Dec 2007 23:00:28 -0500
...I do believe (although I don't have it with me) that the brake lines are under only hundreds of lbs of pressure, but...
Re: 2.1l Spark plug wire routing
Historical mailing list - pdooley
Fri, 28 May 2010 12:34:01 -0400
...http://tinyurl.com/33habhr The grey cover on your fuel lines is for abrasion resistance. For this you can simple use heat shrink tubing...
Re: Vanagon engine fire or mishap in Roanoke, Va
Historical mailing list - Mike South
Wed, 8 Dec 2010 13:04:52 -0600
...So I would think that paranoia-level >> attention to fuel lines is warranted in spite of the fact that you can spray >> gasoline on...
Re: [Syncro] Rusty power steering lines
Historical mailing list - EMZ
Fri, 23 May 2003 00:05:26 -0400
...The lines still have > most of their anodizing on them. GL came from Arkansas. P mail if > interested. > > Max > > At 07:17 AM 5...
Re: Ball joints and steering rack
Historical mailing list - TC
Sat, 8 Dec 2007 18:14:22 -0800
...unbolt the hp feed/lp return lines let em empty out & go for coffee 2. pop outer the cotter pins, unbolt the outer tie...
Re: Power steering line question
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:06:06 -0400
...The metal lines rust through and will need to be replaced. The piece of hose on the metal line is a buffer to keep...
Re: Another Burning Van!
Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
Mon, 1 Jun 2009 11:44:23 -0700
...Another >> reminder to CHANGE YOUR FUEL LINES if you haven't already. >> >> <http://www.flickr.com/photos/9955648@N05/3586291500/> >> >> >> >> >> Keith O. >> 90 Westy...
Re: Rusted hydraulic clutch lines
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 16 Jul 2011 12:51:39 -0700
...On Fri, Jul 15, 2011 at 6:34 PM, Tom Stone <tstone8359@aol.com> wrote: > Where does one obtain the proper "bubble" hydraulic lines...
Re: Long coolant lines and gas tank install done ... see the video
Historical mailing list - B Feddish
Sun, 18 Jul 2010 17:38:18 -0400
...Long coolant lines and gas tank install done ... see the video > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > Excellent Bryan! > > How you kept your good humour...
RE: Coolant Fill Crisis Resolved, how about sagging doors?
Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
Tue, 06 Dec 1994 10:25:03 EST
...Then adjust the striker plate so the trim lines on the door match the trim lines on the car. * pile: Workmate in good repair...
kombi on fire
Historical mailing list - Aaron Sedgmen
Thu, 5 Oct 95 10:57:17 EST
...I think I'll check over the fuel lines in my kombi this weekend. Aaron Sedgmen '74 camper
Re: Brake line leaking (metal part)
Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
Tue, 18 Jul 2000 09:09:11 -0400
...It's a major PITA, but I would highly recommend that you bite the bullet & replace all the metal lines while you are under...
Re: Checked you fuel lines lately?
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Mon, 30 Jun 2003 08:57:20 -0600
...Checked you fuel lines lately? > One of the Chris's wrote: > ---------- > Just a friendly reminder.... > http://thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/pix/168642.jpg > ---------- > > Does...
Re: 7mm or 8mm fuel line?
Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
Sat, 26 Jul 2008 12:38:31 -0400
...Allan -- 1991 Vanagon GL Edward Duntz <eduntz@HOTMAIL.COM> writes: > I'm going to replace my fuel lines in my '85 Vanagon Westfalia soon...
Re: brake lines, where to get the job done?
Historical mailing list - ron ourada
Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:59:34 -0500
It was nice to get a link to a part number for brake line tubing. Does anyone know where to get a flaring tool...
Re.Spillage when filling the gas
Historical mailing list - PSavage
Wed, 13 Jun 2001 19:55:56 -0700
My '85 has the same affliction--& since all fuel lines, including the cross over pipe, were replaced less than a year ago, I am...
Re: Help Doctor's, My baby is sick!
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Wed, 14 Nov 2001 14:57:40 -0800
...Finally look for flakey vacuum lines. Good luck Jim
metal engine lids FS....
Historical mailing list
Sat, 4 Mar 2006 04:46:00 EST
...not a substitute for changing your fuel lines, just added protection.. chris
Re: Rusted Power Steering lines - Buses by the Beach
Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
Wed, 9 Apr 2008 15:41:29 -0500
Sweet! Cool people there will be my friend - more are always welcome. -- Thanks, Jeff '90 Carat (Grover) '86 (We call this one Parts) '78...
Re: Shopping list or kit for Molotov fuel lines?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Wed, 3 Dec 2014 14:03:29 -0800
...Shopping list or kit for > Molotov fuel lines? > > Hm. No, I don't think I have braided lines here. Here's what I have...
Re: Fuel Lines Reminder
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Mon, 27 Oct 2008 08:45:49 -0700
...step by step (with pics > preferable) how to change the fuel lines ? I'm worried about having > fuel spill everywhere (safety first), so explanations...
Re: ALERT! Brand new fuel hoses failing!!!!
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:26:59 -0500
...I have done a few FI systems in Aeroquip braided stainless lines. > You can get -AN fuel rails and adjustable fuel pressure regulator from...
Re: Braided Steel Flexible Brakelines
Historical mailing list - Sean B.
Mon, 12 Aug 2002 08:40:10 -0700
...The SS brake lines aren't flexible enough to put up with that kind of abuse where the rubber lines are. I've never...
Re: Gas tank hard plastic line replacements ?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 5 Jun 2016 01:48:00 -0400
You can eliminate the hard lines just by using longer lengths of the hose. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry...
A/C problems
Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
Wed, 19 Nov 2014 10:10:15 -0600
...I have a 87 Westy with a FAS Gen V engine with a new compressor, lines, etc. When I started to lose pressure I...
Re: replace water supply lines, formally Water Tank
Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
Thu, 19 May 2011 13:47:37 -0400
...10th > year Westy ownership. > > I want to replace my water lines but the last time I did it I bought > some proper hose at...
Re: more steering with a kit
Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
Mon, 26 Apr 1999 18:59:07 -0500
...long should it take? >The lines off the pump are leaking to, where can I get new lines? I've never done it either...
Re: [Syncro] Syncro Lights
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Tue, 18 Jan 2000 19:21:34 -0500
...If someone mixed up the two lines from the dash knob, then the actuator would work backwards. > It could be that the lock is...
Re: A WARNING!!! (Was: Cleaning the water tank!?)
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 30 Dec 2002 10:16:24 -0800
Stan, can you give me the reference for the beer companies using "vinegar" to clean mold from lines? I am very sceptical about this...
Opinion about fuel lines needed
Historical mailing list - Burdett, Jean-Pierre
Sun, 21 Jan 2007 18:51:51 -0500
...Look at my fuel lines!! I'm new to the bus thing and just discovered this!! Clearly they are need replacement http://picasaweb.google...
another very-Friday email with absolutely NVC
Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
Sat, 6 Oct 2007 00:23:10 -0400
...ocean blue" Does anyone know more than those lines, or the tune past those lines? Or anything else about this song? I found myself...
Re: Propane Regulator
Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
Sun, 12 Aug 2007 19:36:00 -0700
...There is no option but to carefully bend the lines for the longer ones. I have done it many times, as have lots of...
Re: Living the Compleat Vanagon Experience.
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 14 Aug 2008 06:26:25 EDT
...YES, LOTS --- Main one though is the brake lines. They are all rusting away. I have been changing them here OFTEN for customers that...
Re: syncro - heads up on potential power steering line issue
Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
Thu, 9 Jun 2011 03:19:27 -0400
...The shocks were supplied with Schrader valves that I mounted on the rear bumper of the truck, and small hard plastic lines of about...
Re: Fuel Line leaks?
Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
Fri, 19 Dec 2003 08:00:55 -0500
...I > > >>have examined the lines and they have not concerned me---yet. >> >> > >you can go to www.nhtsa.gov and search their recall database...
Re: oil leak above the oil filter.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 30 Jun 2005 09:53:09 -0400
The O-ring can be changed with disconnecting the fuel lines. Get an internal pipe wrench for 1/2" pipe and unscrew the nipple...
Re: source for spring clamps for fuel lines
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
Mon, 12 Dec 2005 10:37:25 -0500
...source for spring clamps for fuel lines I'm looking for the spring clamps for replacing my fuel lines in the engine compartment. Not...
Re: Check your fuel lines, NOW
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Tue, 1 Nov 2011 08:21:59 -0400
...a leak when I pulled > gently > > on one of the fuel lines. They were about a year old of Gates brand. > > > -- > Neil n > > 65...
Re: (F) ascii vanagon w/top-popped
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Sun, 16 Mar 1997 13:59:09 -0800
...Yours is 21 lines. For Gerry's sake, you should trim this down considerably. Coyote -- Ron 'Coyote' Lussier /\_/\ Chaco Communications (408) 865-0657 ( o...
Re: Tires again: Are there any 205/70R14 LT tires on the market?
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Sun, 18 Aug 2002 16:21:45 -0700
...If you ask about these at your local tire dealer, please note they are listed under Michelin's commercial truck tire lines, not Light...
syncro coolant hoses
Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
Thu, 1 Jan 2004 13:27:14 -0500
...refering to are the two coming off the brassy looking metal lines over the top of the engine that feed to the right side...
Re: High idle at stops
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Sat, 26 Aug 2017 11:03:01 -0700
I would check the throttle body switch, the throttle body gasket and all the vacuum lines... also the idle control unit (behind the passenger...
Re: vanagons on fire
Historical mailing list - george jannini
Fri, 24 Feb 2012 18:07:21 -0500
...Check/change fuel lines and eliminate the plastic "firestarter" junction on the firewall. Geo/ATL
Re: standing ovation
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sun, 20 Nov 2011 12:38:11 -0800
...almost better than your parking-skill > >attribution. > >bob At first I thought he meant he was gonna ignore his fuel lines for a couple...
Re: Check those fuel lines!
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Wed, 7 Apr 2010 19:57:03 -0700
On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 7:39 PM, Peter DiFalco <peter.difalco@gmail.com>wrote: > What do you mean "still using gas"? > Does...
Re: Vanagon Christmas Ornament
Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
Fri, 1 Jan 2010 12:48:07 -0500
...I knew I should have changed the fuel lines before I put it together. ;>)