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• Re: 85 Man Tran Fluid
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 8 Jan 2003 22:15:02 -0600
  ...the mouth of the tube grab the edge and pull - an extension >> will emerge that allows spill free oil fills - relatively speaking. > > > What year...
• Re: Oil theory, Caravelle Bus 1982 2.0 engine
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 24 May 2004 09:16:56 -0500
  ...You can remove the plastic extension tube, clean it thoroughly, clean the steel tube and seal the joint and make a few test runs...
• Re: Update Re: MORE info Re: headlights not working after towing? (still not working)
  Historical mailing list - tom ring
  Sat, 2 Aug 2003 16:14:10 -0600
  ...long piece of 16 or so gauge wire to as an extension if needed. > Disconnect both headlamps. > > 1 - Check the voltage at the high...
• The Latest Odd Cargo in my Vanagon (Frydaye)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:54:10 -0400
  So, kind of an extension of my post about hauling the spinet piano... The local high school is adding on and remodeling - part of...
• Radiator Fan R&R
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Mon, 21 Apr 2003 07:16:28 -0700
  ...I'll post some photos soon of the old/new fan motor assemblies and the extension that I had to make for my hydraulic...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Stewart, Donna
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 18:04:33 -0400
  ...drive sockets 10mm - 18mm, a rachet handle and two six inch extensions, a small pair of needle nose and wire cutters, three screwdrivers all...
• Short shift kit for sale
  Historical mailing list - Green Westy
  Thu, 19 Jan 2006 09:18:15 -0500
  ...I did NOT get the kit with the shift lever extension. Here is a link to the kit. http://www.van-cafe.com/vanagonparts...
• Re: Broken exhaust bolt.
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Sun, 1 May 2016 00:44:19 -0400
  ...ALSO, if you are using a socket wrench with extension (which necessarily moves the plane in which you are pulling your wrench OUT OF...
• Re: oils and gasoline
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Wed, 29 May 2013 10:10:09 -0700
  ...Not just road debris and > rocks, but water spray, mud, salt. > > They really should have made the extension longer so sender can be located...
• Re: Leaking Rear Heater
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 06:16:02 -0800
  ...and thought about locating a retracting cord reel > feeding an extension > cord thru a hose hole to shore power instead ... (cont.) > > --- On Mon, 12...
• Re: Loosening Axle (rear)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:48:51 -0700
  ...My brilliant idea is to lift the van's > corner, put the socket onto the axle nut with a long extension on a stump...
• Hydraulic valve lifter (mis)operation
  Historical mailing list - Lance LeBaron
  Tue, 1 Feb 2000 06:08:45 PST
  ...This whole arrangement disables the >adjusting ability of the lifter by running it at full extension. > >If you can't use the hydraulic action...
• Re: Welding Cat & Trip down 80.
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Mon, 14 May 2001 09:33:02 -0400
  ...Hickory Run is near the intersection of RT 80 and the PA 9, the northeast extension of the PA turnpike. This time of year...
• Re: 46mm Socket = 1 13/16" SAE
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 09:08:48 -0500
  Buyingthe 3/4" Flex handle will solve the scratching ofthe wheel wells, but then so would a short 3/4" extension(if one an...
• Re: Clamshell mod
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 21 Nov 2005 14:18:05 -0700
  ...I bolt the two hinge pieces together to form the new hinge extension piece. If this description does not give you sufficient mental picture...
• Re: Brake Light Switches
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:09:21 -0400
  ...I > eventually used a deep well 22mm socket and with an extension and came > up from beneath. �I have read that if one has...
• Re: Bike rack
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Jul 1997 00:17:48 -0400 (EDT)
  ...It's a swing-away hitch-receiver rack that comes as 2-bike rack, with a +2-bike extension. It is very solid, and...
• Re: Favorite Modifications 5000lb Capacity Hitch
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Bryson
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 11:08:30 -0700
  ...Favorite Modifications 5000lb Capacity Hitch > The Fabrication shop MIG welded the entire seam of the original bumper > mounted. > > Added a extension to the end...
• Re: Awning for sale Catalina 2500
  Historical mailing list - Todd Lund
  Sat, 15 Jul 2006 12:46:31 -0700
  Sorry, It is the 8' 2" with 6' extension. --- Jake de Villiers <crescentbeachguitar@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > How long is your awning Todd? > > Jake > > On...
• Re: [Nearly Off-Topic] Seeking Battery Switch
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:18:14 -0400
  ...But I >> unplug the extension cord before starting the van, and turn off the >> van before plugging in the extension cord. > > Oh. I thought...
• Re: external temperature gauge
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:12:01 -0600
  ...The resistance of 24 gauge wire is something like 3 ohms per 1000 feet? Even a 50' extension (100' total) would only add 0...
• Re: [subaruvanagon] Musing About Recent Trip - Too Long
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:17:18 -0700
  ...people may want to use a shifter extension .. there are ones that just make the lever longer.. and .. there 'were' .......like for old Buses...
• Re: rear hatch lock problem
  Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
  Fri, 7 Aug 2009 09:52:59 -0700
  ...well - each side has an indentation in which the latch spring extension rests in the open and closed position. The latch must be able...
• 110 A/C cooling...on the cheap!
  Historical mailing list - Dane Tessler
  Tue, 21 Apr 1998 15:32:38 -0700
  ...Cut up some foam to fill in the gaps around the unit, ran and extension cord and cranked it up. Within an hour....it...
• Vanagon related questions
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Sat, 22 May 1999 23:35:42 -0700
  ...I am looking for a third and/or a fourth bike extension kit for my Paulchen rack or anything useful for my camper van...
• Re: I thought I said Synergy
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Sun, 6 May 2001 09:46:55 -0500
  ...So do the spinner hubcaps. > >So do the chrome tail pipe extensions. > >So do the Blue Dot's. > >So do the chrome spikes that...
• Re: Heater plenum removal tips
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 4 Feb 2003 12:25:21 -0500
  ...Having done that, I go after the screws with an impact screwdriver >with an 18" long 1/2 " extension inserted between the working end...
• Re: If you're bored.... Vanagon Engine Conversion Progress (welding pics)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:28:45 -0700
  ...On Wed, Mar 19, 2008 at 1:57 PM, neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > Good pointers. > > No extension cord. All 12/2 from...
• Vanagon buying info
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hollingsworth
  Thu, 31 Dec 1998 17:15:33 -0800
  ...plate Windscreen cracked in lower right corner, probably ok Right rear bumper 'extension' Sliding door may need a bit of tune up Muffler shot...
• anyone have any experience w/ Van-Cafe's 48" hi-lift Jack?? / rubbing issues
  Historical mailing list - Tom Dean
  Tue, 5 Sep 2006 14:48:34 -0700
  ...But, I had Terry Kay make a jack extension for me. Will be trying it out for the first time tonight. Will update tomorrow...
• Re: Archive or shocks
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 3 Dec 2024 04:31:36 +0000
  ...I remember jacking up the van, having the wheel at full extension and the wheel supported.  I don’t think I removed the wheel...
• Re: 1.9L TD update,`82 D-Westy conversion!
  Historical mailing list - Russell T. Neyhart
  Sun, 20 Jul 1997 13:51:32 -0700
  ...Air cleaner location and mate up to turbo. > Fabricate exhaust system > Pick-up tube extension for oil pump ( Scott Foss > has all > the above...
• Re: Bed Extension Anyone??
  Historical mailing list - Mark Sheflo
  Thu, 2 Jan 2003 01:07:12 -0800
  Sleep up top! The wife and I used to sleep together on the lower bunk, but when the twins came along we split the...
• Re: Location of 120V land line outlet - Canadian models
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Mon, 15 Nov 2004 12:11:12 -0500
  ...I plan to make it so you lift up the flap > and plug an extension cord in, rather than a pull out cord. The...
• Re: 46mm socket for wheel bearing / Alternative
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 8 Mar 2005 18:35:17 EST
  ...As I have described before, I slip a rope stirrup on the extension at a point which, when combined with my weight whenever I...
• Re: Fiamma Awnings Parts Support
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 16 Jun 2006 13:16:49 -0700
  ...When it crashed, it broke a hinge fitting where the extension arm attaches to the outer portion of the casing, the part that is...
• Re: More light for rear interior
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 5 Apr 1999 19:49:51 -0400
  ...The snags are that it trails an extension cord around, and that it runs on 110v. I have a small (140w continuous) Stat-Power...
• Re: how to remove starter from '87 automatic Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Vanman
  Tue, 6 Apr 1999 10:35:10 -0700
  Try an 8mm allen wrench on a 3/8 ratchet w/ extension. This a job easiest done by brial, and there is a nut...
• Re: Van won't start
  Historical mailing list - The Gunnings
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 17:47:32 -0400
  ...Do not skimp on making sure you have the correct size wrenches, sockets and socket extensions and such, however, or you may have more...
• Re: westfalia-enterprises.com....anyone heard of them???
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
  Sun, 4 Sep 2005 11:05:13 -0700
  ...Your figgin-cam lobe extension > is a > bit wobbly too. I suggest a manual transmission filter change and > timing > belt replacement. I'm not...
• Tach project wiring tip
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:52:52 -0400
  ...The new suggestion was to use a typical three wire household extension cord. I never thought of using this but it is great as...
• Re: Filling the water tank
  Historical mailing list - Jared Planter
  Wed, 21 Jun 2017 15:08:34 +0000
  ...Both work fine with a half-inch tubing extension screwed onto the > hose. > > Yrs, > d > > On Fri, Jun 16, 2017 at 12:38 PM...
• Re: Exhaust manifold studs, how to tighten them into a block...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 20 May 2016 22:05:01 -0400
  ...two in the central cylinders I can only reach with multiple extensions and deep sockets while the motor is in the van....So...When...
• Westy pop-top insulated ceiling
  Historical mailing list - Richard Angelini
  Tue, 2 Dec 1997 08:19:56 -0800
  ...When not in use it stores between the canvas top and the pop-top extension arm (pop-top open), or on top of the...
• I want to bring my Vanagon along
  Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
  Mon, 31 Aug 1998 12:54:22 -0700
  ...There are no extensions of these permits. After that the vehicle must be converted to right hand drive and it must be certified by...
• Re: Cruise Control Vendors
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 21:53:10 +1200
  ...steering wheel >- Speed sensor that attaches to transaxle >- 10 foot wire extension harnes to bring wires to front control lever > >The system took me...
• Re: tool find
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 29 Sep 2013 20:18:20 -0500
  ...We strung one long extension across the road >and I ground and ground and ground on that nut. Had to take a lug nut...
• Re: bottom alternator bolt on 91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 6 Oct 2012 18:44:06 -0500
  You can also put a box wrench on the front nut, and a long extension and stubby ratchet on the bolt, with the ratchet...
• Re: dripping coolant on 84 - is it my H20 Pump?
  Historical mailing list - T.
  Sun, 29 Sep 2002 19:49:00 -0700
  ...I got in there with an extension-mirror & a light. Yes, it is the weep hole. I bought a new (not rebuilt) pump at...
• Re: Stubborn CV bolt removal
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Mon, 12 May 2003 12:56:51 -0500
  ...korkwood@WSHOST.NET> >writes: > > Try hitting with impact tool and long extension. > > Leon > > 85 Subwagen > > > > On Mon, 12 May 2003 09:20:12 -0700...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 6 Sep 2017 21:53:38 -0700
  ...The original set up is not tampered with >>> (except for putting one sender on an extension to make it easier to access). >>> >>> Actually, a...
• Re: WAS: building carrier bar..... NOW: Test Weld PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 16 Mar 2008 09:00:52 -0700
  ...As for wiring etc., I don't use an extension, but I did find > > that with the welder set to max. and my big...
• Re: Propane tank
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 31 Mar 2015 18:09:48 -0700
  ...I bought a heater buddy extension, like 10 feet, that has an acme valve in one side and a quick connect for my cook...
• Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 16:37:57 -0700
  ...The back cover had a short >>> tube extension (about 1.75" diameter) to which I connected a hose >>> that ran to the base of...
• A&E Catalina 2500 (was Re: vanagon awning wanted)
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Tue, 28 Jul 1998 18:20:21 -0700
  ...Features infinite extension adjustments, pation and pivot positions and automatic locking rafters. Nests in its own durable extruded aluminum case. Mounts on straight and...
• Re: Seeking comments on Muffler Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Lockwood
  Sat, 17 Jun 2000 22:03:53 EDT
  ...On the designated morning all the bolts backed out easily with an extension bar. No need for a hack saw or cutting torch, no...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 14:32:25 -0500
  ...I'd start with #3 Phillips driver, 3/8" and 1/2" drive ratchets and breaker bars 3/8" and 1/2" drive extensions...
• Re: sagging tail gate, no good deed unpunished
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 22:33:11 -0700
  ...It is as if my struts have internal friction retarding extension. Thanks again for the info Alistair On 2013-08-17, at 7:36...
• Re: Dometic refrigerator fail
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:58:29 -0500
  ...I tried two different extension cords, just in case, but to no avail. > > > > So, any ideas before I dig into the thing? Thanks, mcneely...
• Re: Gauge Mounting Options
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 10:52:49 -0700
  ...One other trick that i didn't see mentioned herein is using an outdoor extension cord (typically has 3 shielded wires inside an external...