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• Re: is power steering fluid generic?
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:38:56 -0400
  ...If there is any sign of fluid in there, you need a :::rack. ::: :::While ATF is not universal, the Vanagon power steering demands are...
• O-ring seals was Re: Tranny O-ring size
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:58:48 -0800
  ...a rig. � To the OP, if you got somebody with a universal nitrile O-ring set you might come up with something close, but...
• Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Oil temp gauges, choices? Using water temp sender + gauge?
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:18:50 -0700
  ...I bought a "universal gauge and sender kit" from the FLAPS (Princess Auto), but the sensor thread was 1/8" - 27 thread and and...
• Re: Table leg modification (Loren Bush) and cupholder coup
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Mon, 25 Jun 2007 14:51:01 -0700
  ...These are the universal > plastic-basket-looking kind which hook onto the side > window slot on the front door on either the driver or...
• Re: Won't Start in St. Helena, Napa County
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 1 Dec 2014 14:35:27 -1000
  ...the replacement coil it has to be the correct one, no universal >> stuff. > > It's a Bosch. Same part number as on GoWesty's...
• Oil Level Issue and Comment
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Wed, 27 Jun 2001 22:36:26 EDT
  ...This effect is universal for overfilled pans and is exaggerated with immersed cam gears. The windage tray and a well controlled oil level (or...
• Re: vanagon shifter bound???
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Tue, 28 Feb 2006 07:51:15 -0500
  ...transmission is made > up of two rods connected with a nylon universal joint near the middle. > There are two bushings through which the rod...
• Re: VW antifreeze ?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 23 Dec 2001 18:06:05 -0800
  ...DIV></DIV>&gt; I am inclined to think this is a universal color coding like those used for fuels like stove oil and Diesel...
• Re: question about 4-speed shift rod front "fork"
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:15:08 -0400
  ...The only thing I have not replaced is the universal joint in the middle of the van. I tried to adjust the shifter according...
• Re: '80 Westfalia-- best way to drive over passes
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Thu, 24 Jan 2002 21:22:08 -0500
  ...Mr Matt I wish that was true but between the NEW fuels, the almost universal lack of proper tuning plus the loads (speeds) people...
• Re: I4 conversion exhaust - some comments
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 23:39:42 -0800
  ...sound-deadening pan. > > The muffler and exhaust pipe was supported by universal heavy duty truck > muffler supports. My space limits were given by the...
• Re: Free Topo Map Sources
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 12 May 2011 08:33:25 -0500
  ...They have cut out universal protocol like >> NMEA. They charge outrageous prices for second-rate maps. Get an iPhone or >> droid and get a...
• Re: Substitute Fuel Pump #
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Mon, 4 Oct 2004 01:23:09 -0500
  ...Do all Vanangon pumps need that much pressure? >>> >>> I also came across a "universal" pump listed under Vanagon, that is >>> not >>> the cylinder shape...
• Re: Michelin Agilis 51's for sale
  Historical mailing list - Joe T.
  Fri, 17 Feb 2012 07:40:42 -0700
  ...real-world life span, it seems to me that they're universally considered a long-wearing, long-life tire. Now if I lived in...
• Re: DM: Re: VW coolant
  Historical mailing list - T.P. Stephens
  Wed, 17 Nov 1999 07:53:00 -0800
  ...It is the name for the methode of developing charisma with statistics.) It is universally applicable, not the least of which is the buying...
• Movie review: "Rickshaw Vanagon"
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Fri, 30 May 2003 06:39:25 -0700
  ...The universally disappointing "Caddyshack II", "Star Wars: Phantom Menace", and "Look Who's Talking Too" come to mind. Unfortunately. Rare exceptions to this cinematic...
• Re: bostig kit for VW Vans
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:51:43 -0700
  ...Rotor either > > > NO Coolant Leaking Head Gaskets or Expensive Coolant (uses universal > type) > > > NO Coolant Tower or Crankcase Towers to break - leaving you stranded...
• Re: 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 18:44:23 -0500
  ...I rebuilt the driveshaft with new universal joints > but it still does it. Not really that noticable. Has some minor rust > and a couple...
• Now What Do I Do???
  Historical mailing list - Gina
  Mon, 20 Dec 1999 08:18:50 -0500
  ...I changed out the o2 sensor the next day (Bosch Universal) thinking that maybe it was defective. What I didn't realize was that...
• Re: engineering nightmares vehicles was: cruise control speedometer sensor
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 27 Oct 2004 08:02:25 -0400
  ...Escape Pod" (EJ22) > '73 Beetle "ain't got a name yet" > ++++++++++ > Universal Hall effect VSS fits '86 and later speedo. Works with 2WD or...
• Re: Coolant hose: T-stat to Coolant Distributor Tower
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Thu, 19 Sep 2019 12:54:00 -0400
  ...button directly on the work piece - Hose Clamp Pliers feature rotatable, universal grip inserts for securely gripping the Clamps in all positions - Hose Clamp...
• Re: I4 conversion exhaust - some comments
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 9 Mar 2008 09:14:44 -0700
  ...sound-deadening pan. > > The muffler and exhaust pipe was supported by > universal heavy duty truck > muffler supports. My space limits were given by > the...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch R&R
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 23 Apr 2007 09:59:26 -0700
  ...Slip the Socket onto the Breaker Bar and using "universal" position nature of the Breaker Bar, snake it down between the two pulleys and...
• Re: Front Seat Upgrade............Cheap Alternative To Recaros?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 8 Dec 2008 13:04:58 -0800
  ...Front Seat Upgrade............Cheap Alternative To Recaros? >I bet the arm rests on both sides were planned to be universal so that you >can...
• Re: Emissions Problems/90 Vanagon Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Tue, 24 Oct 2000 20:07:19 EDT
  ...I would not have hesitated to an install an "el-cheapo universal replacement". ---------- From: Gary Stearns <gstearns@SPRINTMAIL.COM> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
• Re: Help...CV's were fine, but symptoms persist
  Historical mailing list - Sean Cole
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 00:10:26 PST
  ...the most knocking. > >I don't know if this is the universal experience with CVs. Meaning I don't >know if you can diagnose...
• Re: Is it Calming to Drive a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:27:12 +0000
  ...I often wish I knew more about these > vehicles so that I could be universally effective at keep them going. > > I like to talk...
• Re: bostig kit for VW Vans
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:14:05 -0400
  ...Rotor either >> >> >> � �NO Coolant Leaking Head Gaskets or Expensive Coolant (uses universal >> type) >> >> >> � �NO Coolant Tower or Crankcase Towers to break - leaving you stranded...
• Re: Fwd: Corvair-powered Bay on Virginia CL
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:22:34 -0600
  ...But this was a universal problem with uni-body cars well into the 70's! His second issue was the rear swing arm design...
• Re: Was: Re: John Wessels Glori's --- Now: California Engine Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 13:47:41 -0700
  ...I know what you mean, but you can't speak in universals about it, that's the crux of the problem. Jim Akiba On...
• Re: Question about turn signal
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Wed, 24 Jun 2015 23:18:06 -1000
  ...marked with an icon of some universal sort .. it''s in the owner's manual. Vanagon drivers should know all the switches, features, and...
• Battery isolator tutorial
  Historical mailing list - Stanley Pitman
  Tue, 20 Jun 2000 21:24:44 -0700
  ...Above all, avoid brands you've never heard of, or anyone selling them that claims to have a universal type to fit all vehicles...
• Re: NVC: Re: No High Beams
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 11:04:06 -0700
  ...grin and wave when they pass you and give you the universal gesture of disrespect often works. pensionerd On 10/3/09, Rocket J...
• Re: WTB power window motor driver's side
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:54:13 -0500
  ...screw type regulator for the Vanagon that was a bit more > universal and accepted some of the other VW motors. > Must have been an...
• Re: Safe way to clean Westy water tank?
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Sat, 28 Jul 2001 11:09:20 -0400
  ...Reactivity of Chlorine Compounds Chlorine was first discovered to be a disinfectant in 1787 and has been universally accepted and utilized ever since. The...
• Re: Michelin Agilis 51's for sale
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:13:01 -0500
  ...real-world life span, it seems to me that > they're universally considered a long-wearing, long-life tire. > > Now if I lived in...
• Re: Camping out Veggy style. Any vegetarians on this list?
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Wed, 30 Jan 2002 11:19:06 -0800
  ...The universal gas law regarding flatulence in holy places was based on the diet provided by these magical devices. Remember, fizzix never sleeps, flatulence...
• Re: Hello
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 30 Jan 2013 14:51:29 -0800
  ...the wisest constitution nor the wisest laws will secure the > liberty and happiness of a people whose manners are universally > corrupt." --Samuel Adams (1749) >
• Re: Kens trip & can Westys climb mountains?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 17 Oct 2012 05:06:37 -0400
  ...This is universal, passenger and truck traffic both. 2) Flick of high beams from vehicle overtaking in outside lane - *invitation to move out into...
• Re: Front suspension question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:30:26 -0500
  ...Something like this. >>> https://www.amazon.com/SIXIWANZI-Macpherson-Spring-Compressor-Universal/dp/B0D8KBH6JB/ref=sr_1_31?adgrpid=1331509151946145&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._nMLq8eFdHy90Lph_dcZKfKUYXM9a53CngN...
• Re: mean greenie Coolant pouring from tail pipe
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 08:01:26 -0800
  ...I would >>even be careful of the newer "universal" formulas. >> >>Dennis >> >> >>----- Original Message ----- >>From: Frank Condelli >>Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 6:47 am...
• Re: Michelin Agilis 51's for sale
  Historical mailing list - Marius Strom
  Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:03:46 +0000
  ...real-world life span, it seems to me that they're universally considered a long-wearing, long-life tire. Now if I lived in...
• Re: Diesel - too much oil saga
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 6 Aug 2010 10:22:22 -0700
  ...I'll give you the need for the UBC...Universal Building Code...and the state inspector's who make sure your home gets built...
• Re: Water pump replacement
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:56:33 -0500
  ...Other tools used were a 3/8" drive, metric sockets, universal joint, various extensions, siphon hose, catch pan and pliers for the hose clamps...
• Re: engineering nightmares vehicles was: cruise control speedometer sensor
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 17:14:19 -0700
  ...Steve '86 Westy "Escape Pod" (EJ22) '73 Beetle "ain't got a name yet" ++++++++++ Universal Hall effect VSS fits '86 and later speedo. Works...
• Re: Safe way to clean Westy water tank?
  Historical mailing list - The River Clan
  Fri, 3 Aug 2001 09:39:24 -0700
  ...first discovered to be a disinfectant in 1787 and has been >universally accepted and utilized ever since. The reactivity of chlorine has >been well...
• Re: HELP with wiring VW foglight switch to Hella 500's in 85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sat, 9 Sep 2000 19:31:12 -0700
  ...I got a "universal" > 30A Bosch automotive relay from the local FLAPS and it also didn't fit. > The local VW dealer looked it...
• Re: A/C work question
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Fri, 14 May 2010 22:41:07 -0500
  ...Search for universal cross-flow condenser >>> and >>> > > you should find quite a variety. If you go that route, source out the >>> > > largest you can...
• Don Lancaster's Intermittents
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Fri, 6 Oct 1995 11:28:58 -0500 (CDT)
  ...But nobody has yet come up with a universal intermittent "flight recorder" that a car mechanic, a cardiologist, or an air conditioning repairman would...
• Re: '88 GL Muffler Change - a big PITB!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 Aug 2013 00:39:39 -0400
  ...So - stop once again and go buy a couple of universals so I could get to the nuts and bolts at an angle and...
• Tuesday funnies
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 10 Jan 1995 10:16:54 -0800
  ...I was on my way to the doctor with the rear end trouble when my universal joint gave way, causing me to have an...
• Re: Spark Plug Options for 2.1 WBX - SUMMARY
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Fri, 29 Oct 2004 09:18:28 -0700
  ...However, because of the "universal" design of the W7CC being used in a variety of vehicles (Nissan, Toyota, etc.), it may or may not...
• Re: Audio options for a Westfalia...
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 16 May 2000 22:24:17 -0400
  ...It required NO mounting kit whatsoever, though they do include a universal adapter and wiring harness. I wired it to be always on. I...
• Re: Coolant hose: T-stat to Coolant Distributor Tower
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Thu, 19 Sep 2019 18:10:24 -0300
  ...button directly on the work piece - Hose > Clamp Pliers feature rotatable, universal grip inserts for securely > gripping the Clamps in all positions - Hose Clamp...
• Moderator Comment Re: NVC: Re: No High Beams
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 12:19:23 -0700
  ...grin and wave when they > pass you > and give you the universal gesture of disrespect often works. > > pensionerd > > > On 10/3/09, Rocket J...
• Re: Oxygen sensor info.(Read this)
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
  Tue, 2 Feb 1999 13:15:47 -0800
  ...Apparently, (some one who knows about this correct me) the universal sensors are shipped with a special connector- not soldered on and shrink wrapped...
• Re: Wheelchair Batteries vs GW Aux Battery
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Mon, 3 Jul 2017 13:07:18 -0700
  ...s idea of connecting 3 wheelchair > batteries <https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Power-Group-85952- > Battery/dp/B001G8FY38?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true...
• Re: Is it Calming to Drive a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Fri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:09 -0500
  ...I often wish I knew more about these > > vehicles so that I could be universally effective at keep them going. > > > > I like to talk...
• FW: Fuel pumps
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Grotz
  Sat, 2 Oct 2004 15:34:09 -0400
  ...How do I keep getting water in the system? >Is there a universal weak link in the fuel system? > >Thanks > >Kurt Grotz > >84 Vanagon...
• Power Antenna How To (No VendorWhining) Warning: Has Tech Content!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 3 May 2002 22:41:37 EDT
  ...I found a universal kit by AntennaWorks in their Proline series that has a replaceable antenna lead for $69.95 at the LA chain...