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Re: '80 Westfalia-- best way to drive over passes
Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
Thu, 24 Jan 2002 21:22:08 -0500
...put it in 3rd, you have used the transmission and a reduction in speed to reduce the load on the motor. You've made...
Re: Wrap exhaust pipes with fiberglass?
Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:43:56 -0700
...heat stress on electrical >>> components. >>> >>> I guess I can see the reduction of waste heat part in a general sense, >>> but I am puzzled...
Re: 81 Westfaila
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 7 Dec 2015 21:29:42 -0500
...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: 84' Vanagon starter falling apart
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 25 Jan 2011 13:52:29 -0800
...and some starters are even 'gear reduction starters' so they have even more leverage ..there's a gear ration change before energy even gets...
1.9L exhaust system comments
Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
Sat, 27 Apr 2002 19:29:28 -0400
...almost in the middle of the pipe - about a 1/3 reduction in cross-sectional area. Pretty massive restriction in my book. I plan...
Re: SMOG TEST failure
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 7 Feb 2008 21:07:08 -0500
...EGR, and in everything 81 and later the three way oxidation reduction catalyst with the O2 sensor for final mixture control. The downside of...
Re: Occasional use insurance in Canada? Was: Declared Value Insurance?
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 07:42:43 -0800
...car >> (Vibe), but thats >> > only a 20% rebate for a 95% reduction in used days. >> Not fair! >> > But insurance agents I call seem clueless...
Re: Fw: Subaru EJ20 Turbo Diesel
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Wed, 13 Nov 2013 15:17:46 -0800
...To generate thrust, the force that pushes your vanagon down the > road, the torque from the engine, is passed through the transmission > reduction gearing...
Re: My Carbon Forehead Print (on my screen)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sat, 23 Feb 2008 12:21:38 -0800
...They use energy to do this and they chop down trees > printing their carbon emission reduction literature to give out at their > meetings. I...
Re: Van insolation
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Mon, 4 Apr 2022 22:08:53 -0500
...And yes, very significant road noise reduction, so worth it to me. > >> > >> > >> On Friday, April 1, 2022, 06:41:43 PM PDT, Gil Ngai...
Re: Comments on Splittie
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Thu, 12 Sep 2002 18:26:38 -0500
...its running the late model type 2 transmission and drive axles (reduction gears removed) , it had dual port heads and all in all the...
Re: Van Dies while in motion
Historical mailing list - Anthony Boscolo
Sun, 22 Dec 2013 08:55:07 -0800
...However, if a > > motor is heavi= > > ly loaded and a voltage reduction occurs, the current would > > go up from a fa= > > irly high value...
Fw: Reduced oil temperatures..
Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
Mon, 1 Jul 2002 16:08:39 +0100
...seemingly outrageous > > > > statement;" I have noticed a ten to twenty degree reduction in oil > > > > temperature running the level at the bottom line of the...
Re: Van insolation
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Mon, 4 Apr 2022 11:27:16 -0600
...And yes, very significant road noise reduction, so worth it to me. >>>> >>>> >>>> On Friday, April 1, 2022, 06:41:43 PM PDT, Gil Ngai...
Old alternative driving light proposal reviewed
Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
Sun, 29 Jun 1997 14:09:37 -0700
...As I understand it, part of DOT staff's objection to the proposal was reduction to already limited light output available from then current...
Re: Oil Filters, huh??
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Fri, 25 Jun 2004 21:55:22 -0700
...I started with Mobil 1 15w50 and noticed an immediate reduction in lifter noise from several minutes at cold start to a few seconds...
Re: Stereo Power Amp
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Sun, 10 Nov 2002 15:43:40 -0500
...Every 3 db reduction in sensitivity (all other things being equal) will mean you will need roughly TWICE as much power to achieve the...
Re: Expected Life of a Cat Converter??
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Sat, 15 Jan 2011 22:51:56 -0600
...This load (dyno) test tests the cat and EGR systems for HC, CO, and Nox reduction. The NOX is only created when the engine...
Re: Vanagon Virtues and Type 2 contrasts( was ahhh..
Historical mailing list - Jim Ellis
Tue, 30 Jul 2002 11:40:46 -0700
...It's also easier to move > areound the shop having no heavy axles and reduction boxes attached. >> What, you dont like Chiropractors? ;-) > Now consider...
Re: Vanagon LEDs Flasher resolved
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Fri, 29 Dec 2023 09:50:50 -0600
...And I’m very happy about the reduction in voltage and increase in visibility. >>>>>> >>>>>> Eric Caron >>>>>> 84 Westfalia >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Nov 14, 2023, at 12...
Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
Historical mailing list - Danny C.
Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:18:37 -0700
...be bummed by a > -5 MPG result, but a couple MPG reduction would be acceptable.� Still > thinking about my design....rounded frontal end on...
Re: Sound Deadener Installation Concerns
Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
Mon, 29 Mar 2004 16:43:16 -0500
...I think that stuff so far will surprise you with noise reduction. Additional improvements might include replacing rubber floor mats with carpet over insulation...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 18:15:09 -0500
...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: Mazda RX7 oil cooler on Westy
Historical mailing list - Kim Howe
Fri, 22 Feb 2002 13:39:50 +0800
...I was somewhat surprised to see the oil light appears when I throttled off for a speed reduction. (It's an auto, so the...
Re: Question about hard start relay
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Mon, 21 Jun 2021 18:20:12 -0500
...relay with the GoWesty Auxiliary Battery Kit or the GoWesty Gear Reduction Starter may result in complications where the starter will continue to spin...
Re: Replacing the starter on my 87 Westy
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sat, 21 Jan 2017 16:59:41 -0800
...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: Headlight swtich diagnostics?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:57:04 -0800
...The load reduction relay seems to work fine (e.g. headlights >>> on + ignition on = headlights work, and when you crank the starter >>> the >>> headlights...
Re: Gas, milage, etc (was Air Engine)
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 24 Apr 2008 11:50:48 -0500
...is technology being developed in carbon fiber parts, aerodynamic > design, weight reductions in vehicles, and research in things such as > reducing friction in the...
Re: Sound Deadener Installation Concerns
Historical mailing list - vanagon
Wed, 24 Mar 2004 14:17:51 -0800
...Is this, in fact, noise reduction material? Would I benefit from > adding an additional layer? Is there any place I definitely should NOT > cover...
Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 24 Oct 2011 22:36:51 -0700
...Would be bummed by a -5 MPG result, but a couple MPG reduction would be acceptable. Still thinking about my design....rounded frontal end...
Re: Fw: Subaru EJ20 Turbo Diesel
Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
Wed, 13 Nov 2013 16:50:03 -0800
...To generate thrust, the force that pushes your vanagon down the > road, the torque from the engine, is passed through the transmission > reduction gearing...
A great vanagon ride
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 9 Apr 2023 21:11:11 -0400
...I’m still feeling great as Heidi gave the sound deadening and vibration reduction work a big thumbs up. And, the running of the...
Re: Dealers and the American Way
Historical mailing list - Richard
Thu, 29 Jun 95 10:04:21 EDT
...and the like. > And the official word is that the staff reductions are part of a State-wide > economy move. Besides (the legislators argue...
Re: Ground wire from heater blower warm
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 16 Jan 2001 00:19:49 -0500
...If it's killing the lights too then it's not the load reduction relay. There's a twinned Bk/Y wire to the...
Re: SMOG TEST failure
Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
Thu, 7 Feb 2008 18:28:11 -0800
...EGR, and in > everything 81 and later the three way oxidation reduction catalyst with > the O2 sensor for final mixture control. The downside of...
Re: Gas consumption higher in winter?
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Sat, 1 Dec 2012 00:08:51 -0600
...Winter gas formulations, expansion/contraction of gas � I imagine that would play a small role but certainly not account for my 40% reduction in...
Re: New Cheap South African Grills are Here! (Also Cheap Mud Flaps)
Historical mailing list - Marshall
Thu, 20 Jun 2002 13:18:23 -0500
...March 14) - > they're here! Also, I got a similar price reduction on Mud Flaps as well > (see below). > > > Pricing is as follows: > > Mud...
Re: Pointing out the Facts on Vanagon Diesels - why breaking!
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Mon, 14 Jan 2008 16:22:30 EST
...Aeration is a very serious issue at these engine speeds and temperatures leading to more than an order of magnitude reduction in lubricity. I...
Re: What can go wrong.....
Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
Sun, 21 May 2017 19:47:28 +0000
...pressure of the water/glycol vapor in the air, and the reduction in the air/vapor volume due to compression from the liquid expansion...
Re: Van Dies while in motion
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Sun, 22 Dec 2013 15:28:04 -0800
...However, if a >> > motor is heavi= >> > ly loaded and a voltage reduction occurs, the current would >> > go up from a fa= >> > irly high value...
Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: Starter Motor Replacement
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Mon, 23 Jul 2012 10:17:37 -0700
...It has a 3:1 or so gear reduction so can use a smaller motor with higher RPM. Therefore it is lighter. The motor...
Re: coolers from swampy.net
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:59:39 -0500
...its 115 degrees out, it only needs a 10 - 15 percent reduction to >> feel >> more comfortable. And you can still go outside without being...
Re: Locking differential
Historical mailing list - Stephen Edwards
Wed, 3 Jan 2018 22:41:54 -0600
...3rd gear is almost 1 to 1 leaving the final drive as the real gear reduction from engine to axles. 4th is an overdrive...
Re: windshield wiper repair
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:54:50 -0400
...taps or tap teeth, and in steel leads to an inconsequential reduction in strength. Tap drill size is a fairly exact science based on...
Re: Radiator temp sensor question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:13:28 -0400
...Seems like that might have been a good thing for noise reduction or was that always just open? >>>> >>>> Thanks for the tip on the...
Re: Question about hard start relay
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 21 Jun 2021 19:42:59 -0400
...relay with the GoWesty Auxiliary Battery Kit or the GoWesty Gear Reduction Starter may result in complications where the starter will continue to spin...
FW: FS '66 SO-44 Dormobile (Oregon)
Historical mailing list - coyote
Tue, 26 May 1998 10:54:47 -0700
...Has no problems at this time. (We believe the reduction boxes have been rebuilt but before our time) Odometer is 135,000. the bus...
Re: OT E85 in our future?
Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
Mon, 11 Jun 2007 10:06:40 -0400
...but they quickly adjust and with a few well timed price reductions and contrived shortages then surpluses, we are all right back at it...
Window Trim Install - Details & MisInfo in Archives
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Sun, 16 Jul 2000 23:56:57 EDT
...Could be some reduction in drag, but I haven't had a chance to quantify. Negative: My 12 year old told her mother I...
Re: Van insolation
Historical mailing list - Adam Grove
Mon, 4 Apr 2022 08:02:01 -0800
...And yes, very significant road noise reduction, so worth it to me. > > >> > > >> > > >> On Friday, April 1, 2022, 06:41:43 PM PDT, Gil Ngai...
Re: New fridge replacement option for the Dometic
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Fri, 28 Sep 2007 19:59:36 -0700
...instead of 50% and recharging life will be reduced, but the > > reduction ...to something like 225 re charges...instead of 500...seems > > like something...
Re: trip out west
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 3 Aug 2010 19:58:04 -0500
...like Denali and Zion NPs are, to say nothing of the reduction in pollution. Besides, it is tough to try to drive the extremely...
Re: New fridge replacement option for the Dometic
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Sat, 29 Sep 2007 08:14:13 -0700
...instead of 50% and recharging life will be reduced, but the >> reduction ...to something like 225 re charges...instead of 500...seems >> like something...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 15:29:09 -0800
...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: Don't yell at me but I tried led H4
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Tue, 17 Jan 2017 09:20:01 -0800
...I don't like the perceived reduction in high beam distance illumination as compared to 100 W halogens ( or even the stock halogens in...
Considering some big repairs and upgrades
Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
Tue, 21 Mar 2023 18:58:34 -0700
...A good portion of the cost of this vehicle will be offset by the rising price of fuel and the reduction in maintenance and...
Re: Transmission fluid change - 1991 4 spd
Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
Tue, 30 Aug 2016 18:33:20 -0300
...One of the reduction boxes needed surgery about 15 year ago and the axles have both been replaced, but otherwise it is still going...
Re: Tiico Engine Questions
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sat, 10 May 2003 07:33:28 -0600
...Ceramic >>coatings for corrosion resistance, insulating tapes for exhaust pipe >>heat reduction, stainless steel exhaust collection system, high volume >>oil pumps, there are special...
Re: Vanagon LEDs Flasher resolved
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 29 Dec 2023 10:54:05 -0500
...And I’m very happy about the reduction in voltage and increase in visibility. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Eric Caron >>>>>>> 84 Westfalia >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Nov 14, 2023, at 12...
Re: Bostig, CARB EO, the reasons why not WAS: [WetWesties] Washington state...changes in vehicle licensing rules..
Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
Sun, 6 Mar 2011 15:55:00 -0500
...They overestimated badly the emissions reductions that could be had which of course means right out of the gate it was a problem. Add...