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• Re: AC Troubleshooting - No Blower
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 11 Sep 2005 17:01:00 -0500
  ...No freon , no compressor. There's a low pressure switch to prevent it from self destructing. << when the "thermostat" switch is turned on (at...
• Re: AC Outlet temps ??
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 18:10:20 -0400
  ...From what I can tell '86 2WD do not have the change, but '86 syncros have a partial upgrade (fan, condesnor, compressor), '87 and...
• Re: Speaking of idle stabilizers ...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:30:43 -0400
  ...AC system low of refrigerant, no compressor load on engine. 87 and up used a larger compressor and at some point an even larger...
• Re: More 2.1L coolant system woes (long)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 30 Dec 2004 15:07:16 -0500
  ...I then added a hose from the cap to > my air compressor. This can easily over pressure the system, so you have > to be...
• Re: about fridge...
  Historical mailing list - Mudd 'Not Jack' Sparrow
  Thu, 7 May 2015 08:27:38 -0700
  An external compressor would give you a more symmetric interior. Seems putting a compressor under the driver seat might be possible, IF you have...
• Re: AC system still charged after six years?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 3 Oct 2008 14:13:38 -0700
  ...the left > header's bolts if I first removed the AC compressor. The AC system on > this bus was non-functional when I bought...
• Re: a/c cutout switch
  Historical mailing list - GMBulley
  Thu, 16 Apr 1998 16:47:11 EDT
  ...The other, the one you are probably looking for, is part of the circuit (typically) to the clutch switch on the compressor. If the...
• Re: Easy way to put cylinders on (was Re: head job)
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 9 Feb 2000 12:06:21 -0500
  ...All it really is is a > compressor that easily dismantles. Got mine (two different models) > from Snap-On. -- Stuart MacMillan Manager, Case Program 800...
• Re: 91; auto trans and AC
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 May 1996 13:40:24 -0400
  ...It is not necessarily red. > Secondly, the AC compressor doesn't turn on - there is some freon in >the system - is there a pressure...
• Re: AC parts supplier
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 12:13:36 -0700
  Jay, Have you priced new compressors lately? Ouch! Cheers, Jeff -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf Of...
• Re: Replacing piston rings
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Tue, 26 Sep 2006 16:32:21 -0700
  ...Getting the rings compressed only involved using a side-clamp type ring compressor. This kind easily separates to be pulled out around the con...
• Removing AC - should I remove refrigerant
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:06:16 +0000
  ...Since I'll be removing the compressor etc, I was wondering if I should visit a shop to have the residual refrigerant removed professionally...
• AC Hose Reinstall
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Fri, 8 May 2015 13:51:58 -0400
  ...I believe the short, blue capped low side was to the right on the compressor when I;m staring at it and the long...
• AC
  Historical mailing list - James Ogul
  Tue, 7 May 2013 15:56:53 -0400
  ...All the parts are there and the compressor is turning ok. As a first try I was planning to recharge it. How can I...
• Re: Emergency power plant
  Historical mailing list - LAWS HOME
  Mon, 8 Nov 1999 18:16:24 -0500
  ...built) However they used to sell these ( conversions) to an air compressor, in the back of Dune bugies and hot VW's magazine. I...
• Re: TIICO: Crank Pulley
  Historical mailing list - Jim Huskins
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 20:03:55 -0400
  ...I don't understand the instructions in the manual for installing the AC compressor and alternator. I would also appreciate any enlightenment. Jim Huskins...
• Re: winter westy showers
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Fri, 25 Jan 2002 13:25:08 -0600
  ...You could use a small 12V compressor to blow it up. Steve Sandlin Steve's Lock Shoppe '84 Wolfsburg Westy '79 Kombi '00 New...
• "sparkplug" compressors
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 10:34:14 -0800
  don't most of them nowadays have a little piston somewhere that isolates the cyl from the tire? The engine pumps and the little...
• Remove AC Cabinet 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Chris ALmida
  Sun, 20 Jul 2003 13:30:10 -0700
  ...Can anyoine give details on how to remove the AC cabinet or access the parts inside while installed? My compressor kicks on bu no...
• Re: Belts
  Historical mailing list - Mark Edwards
  Tue, 17 Aug 2004 16:20:50 -0600
  ...engine? WTF? Also one they said I needed was the AC compressor >belt, but I don't have AC? >Am I missing something? Yes...
• '85 Vanagon GL Westy in Austin, TX For Sale $5,495
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Thu, 11 Aug 2005 00:15:07 +0200
  ...Aftermarket AC is missing the compressor. I'm in Austin, TX. Please call 512-977-0007 for more information. Thanks! Cary
• Very loud screech when AC compressor turns on
  Historical mailing list - Tim Kasher
  Mon, 16 Oct 2006 10:25:12 -0400
  91 AT Carat. When AC is turned on i get a very loud screech.....checked all belts and such and lubricated. But to no...
• Re: How to convert to 134?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 6 May 2008 14:07:33 -0400
  ...If the compressor doesn't want to kick in you can hot wire it and run it until it picks up enough refrigerant to...
• Re: compressing piston rings in engine
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Mon, 9 Dec 2013 11:12:55 -0800
  ...top, bottom, side? The > > bottom seems to nearly work. > > > > 2) Even if I were to get the standard compressor to fit, how on earth...
• Re: Replacing A/C compressor 91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Timothy Hannink
  Sun, 29 Sep 2002 05:55:59 -0700
  ...The A/C was repaired > a couple of times in the > past year or so, the shop recommended replacing the > compressor in the invoice...
• Re: AC Compressor on r134a system
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 20 Jun 2005 16:40:14 -0500
  Get a replacement compressor from one of the List vendors - will run you between $275 amd $375 - depending on rebuilt or new plus core...
• Re: To compress or to remove wrist pin - A Poll
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:22:07 -0400
  ...Removing the cylinders, leaving the pistons and trying to finagle a > band ring compressor on to reinstall the cylinders. > > I have good info on...
• Re: ## found it: automatic reset fuses for A/C system
  Historical mailing list - TinkerMan
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 00:02:15 -0800
  ...Electrical > power is used to turn the compressor in that type of > unit, while in a > car the compressor is turned by a belt...
• Another AC question
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 4 Sep 2011 08:46:43 -0700
  ...Due to my ingnorance of things AC, the hoses were initially hooked up backwards at the compressor. Mech says running the system in reverse...
• Any A/C Secrets?
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Dove - VAX Master
  Mon, 4 Apr 1994 9:56:40 -0400 (EDT)
  Hi all, My father and I are in the process of replacing the a/c compressor and redoing the hoses for the compressor. This...
• Re: parts
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 19 Apr 1997 01:34:08 -0400 (EDT)
  Don't know where you are locared I need front windshield washer pump rear wiper moter front windshield washer fluid tank ac compressor radio...
• FS: 1984 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Karl Batzler
  Thu, 27 May 1999 14:28:29 -0700
  ...A/C installed but compressor missing. Asking $2,495.00 obo. Let me know. Van is in the Palm Springs Area. TIA Karl Batzler...
• A/C Clutch Relay
  Historical mailing list - Jason Yasment
  Sat, 9 Jun 2001 22:37:30 -0500
  ...Where is the relay for the compressor clutch on an '84 Westfalia? Thanks, Jason Yasment Troy, NY Free, encrypted, secure Web-based email at...
• lost a/c bracket bolt
  Historical mailing list - Scott W.
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 13:00:21 -0700
  some how the top bolt on my a/c compressor was loose enough to be lost somewhere... it is the top bolt, with the...
• Re: 2.1 interest
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Sat, 10 Jul 2004 00:31:01 EDT
  I do not know how much horsepowes the compressor uses but I do know that the generator on a formula V engine uses about...
• Re: AC issues
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 22 Jun 2005 03:10:35 -0500
  Robert Cardo wrote: >It makes no diffewrence which way the compressor is mounted to operate. > >The question is; >How are you going to be...
• AC Hose diameter and type of fitting...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sat, 14 Apr 2007 12:12:24 -0700
  ...I know the length of the ac hose from the compressor to the front of the van is 4270 mm > 168.11" > 14' but...
• Re: rebuilding a/c compressor??
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Mon, 19 May 2008 08:48:22 -0600
  Eric, it was so long ago I don't recall the name of the kit. I purchased it from a big A/C parts...
• Re: 12v Aftermarket Coolers ? Any Good?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Shane
  Tue, 7 Sep 2004 07:31:58 -0700
  ...Coolmatic is one cooler with these >compressor. There may be other cooler with other compressors that may be >cheaper. > >http://www.waeco.com/pages...
• Re: AC
  Historical mailing list - David Kurimski
  Wed, 8 May 2013 05:42:56 -0500
  ...It was of a Honda 160 horizontal gas engine powering a GM digital alternator and a Sanjen AC compressor. The unit could be used...
• 87 Vanagon hesitation chapter (3)
  Historical mailing list - Kay O Fremgen
  Fri, 14 Aug 1998 13:32:53 -0400
  ...With O2 sensor connected I have hesitation under load more sever with AC compressor on. With O2 Sensor disconnected the van accelerates just fine...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 1 Jun 1999 to 2 Jun 1999 - Special issue
  Historical mailing list - Vince So
  Thu, 10 Jun 1999 19:48:32 -0700
  Steve, In addition to having the R-12 pumped out by tech., did you complete drain the residual oil in the compressor and replace...
• Re: USA source for KROWN anti-rust oil !
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 12 Sep 2003 06:11:12 EDT
  ...do you set the air compressor for spraying Krown? > I use 100 ~ 120 as that's what my compressor is putting out. Lots of...
• Re: Build Your Own Van Fridge Kit
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 15 Nov 2005 08:53:07 -0500
  They are VERY expensive but my Dad uses an engine driven compressor and a cold plate on his boat for his refrigeration. They run...
• Sort of Free 85-1.9L Original Used Parts
  Historical mailing list - David Gunning
  Thu, 25 May 2006 18:35:09 -0400
  ...Yet to be found, (those dang squirrels) is a box of AC parts, including the special cast aluminum compressor bracket, the compressor, itself, and...
• Re: How to convert to 134?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 6 May 2008 13:15:21 -0500
  ...So, it sounds like I need to figure out how to jumper the compressor. Any advice? And since I'm missing a little lubricant...
• Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Mon, 10 Mar 2014 20:21:45 -0500
  ...Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy On Mar 10, 2014 8:14 PM, "Stuart MacMillan" <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote: > Spring compressors. It can...
• How to remove cabinet to do A/C repair
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Sun, 17 Aug 1997 09:59:01 -0500 (CDT)
  In a few days I will be replacing three A/C hoses on my 90 Multivan. -long hose from compressor to condensor -evaporator to...
• Re: favorite tires
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 19 Apr 2015 09:08:04 -0700
  ...A compressor under the back seat can inflate it when needed. > > Dennis > >
• Re: Belt guard for AC compressor
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Tue, 23 Oct 2012 09:53:21 -0700
  Tried BD, couldn't find one... Steven On Tue, Oct 23, 2012 at 9:32 AM, Loren Busch <starwagen@gmail.com> wrote: > On Tue...
• Re: Out goes the Norcold, in goes the Vitrifrigo
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Sun, 1 Nov 2009 17:36:54 -0500
  ...Might be worth contacting Vitrifrigo to ask if this is normal or a sign of a compressor that isn't quite 'right'. I measured...
• RE: repost; some stuff of interest--Joel
  Historical mailing list - Timothy D.F. Maddox
  Thu, 27 Jul 95 21:42:45 EDT
  ...you see this on rec.auto.vw? If I understood right it would still require the compressor on the engine, right? Tim 69 campmobile
• Re: Belts on 84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jay & Kim Schmidt
  Wed, 5 Jan 2000 13:12:28 -0600
  ...Is there >a belt which runs from the triple V-belt pulley to the A/C compressor and >one to the alternator? >
• A/c Parts
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 9 May 2000 18:42:11 +1200
  ...All the hoses are in good >shape and so is everything else but the compressor. >anyone need parts?? >Adam Puzerewski I do! I need...
• A.C. Evaporator in Top luggage rack?
  Historical mailing list - rpc
  Fri, 14 Sep 2007 08:12:00 -0700
  I have never had my air conditioning components apart except for changing the compressor so I am not sure of the dimensions. Would the...
• Re: busted ground bolt on engine block
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 1 Dec 2009 23:56:04 -0500
  My guess is you are talking about one of the 6mm bolts that are on the head near the AC compressor. These are hard...
• Re: Inverter power 110V Vanagon Formulas to condider from Dennis
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Apr 1998 12:58:11 -0400
  ...Particularly AC units that may have to start the compressor against a high head pressure. If using an inverter, check that it is designed...
• Re: A/C Question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 30 Apr 2002 19:34:35 -0400
  ...If fan keeps running and compressor is cut out, than problem is with the AC. May be overcharged, back expansion valve, receiver drier, or...
• Re: Lower Ball Joint Adaptor Questions (PICS)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:12:27 -0800
  ...I have a torch like this that we just > cut the hose, and attached to the air compressor.... > thus giving you a limitless supply...
• Garage Cleanup Sale
  Historical mailing list - email99
  Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:12:14 -0400
  ...Sanden 709 R134a ac compressor -- Compressor is in good condition.Was taken off 1994 Volvo in 2001 because clutch bearing failed.Magnetic clutch and...