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• Re: Possible Distributor Drive Shaft issue - Timing
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 4 Jun 2012 19:49:56 -0700
  ...if it does lift up, it is oh-so-easy for the two shim-washers to jam on the brass distributor drive gear. The...
• Re: [WetWesties] Simple Question on Pop Tops
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 9 Oct 2012 22:56:27 -0700
  ...2012 at 10:52 PM, Marius Strom <marius@thestroms.org> wrote: > Washers and lock nuts, IIRC. Do one bolt at a time so you...
• Re: 81 westy tap
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Thu, 8 Jun 2000 14:21:12 -0700
  ...a "T") and you need to use a couple of large washers to install it as it uses a smaller mounting hole than the...
• Re: CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sun, 24 Apr 2011 22:09:25 +0000
  ...All the little lock washers were there, though. PO spent a TON of money on this van at a VW shop, for what I...
• Re: 85 vanagon with a saggy butt
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 15:36:53 -0700
  ...Take the big round rubber doughnut (or upper spring seat) and use that as a pattern to cut some washers from the vinyl board...
• Re: 84 Westy Rebuild update/questions
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 23:58:28 -0600
  ...Be very careful to keep up with all nuts, bolts, spring washers etc. etc. If you're going to ship the engine, locate a...
• Re: Differences in SA Big Brake Kit
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 10 Jan 2003 16:33:36 -0800
  ...on the group buy to give you the dimensions of those > > > washers. I'd do it, except I've only got a 2wd. I...
• Re: Oil leaking out/Fram oil hose for drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 21:04:34 -0500
  ...cleaning sump screen > >new paper gaskets for that screen > >2 crush washers for the drain plug and the nut that holds the screen in...
• Re: gear oil - rebuilt tranny
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 4 Nov 2004 23:51:19 -0500
  ...I can'f find one of those felt washers. Hope it is not critical. But I sure would like to go ahead and run...
• Re: fiberglass repair on poptop
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 22:18:12 -0400
  ...And probably quicker. >> >> The kit includes large fender washers that go on both sides of the >> hole in >> the poptop, and they would cover...
• Re: General engine bolt/nut sizes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 13 Feb 2011 22:23:38 -0500
  ...Best results for the heads would be to replace those nuts and make sure the washers are the proper extra thick through hardened type...
• Re: Shaft and compression
  Historical mailing list - Adrian Bertarelli
  Thu, 9 Dec 1999 21:49:10 -0700
  ...his Syncro from the drive line place! It was balanced with washers and had new U-joints installed. It was $198 but it has...
• Re: Rear-wheel clunk (possibly) identified
  Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
  Wed, 25 May 2016 20:44:26 -0400
  ...could be striking. > > The Bentley manual doesn't show any washers, thrust washers... any of that > stuff being mentioned in the samba thread. > > I...
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  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:51:13 -0700
  ...worth. > > https://shufti.blog/2021/08/23/vanagon-all-wipers-and-washers-stuck-on/ > > Alistair > > > > On Aug 23, 2021, at 11:15 AM, Alistair...
• Re: Christmas related Vanagon items?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 31 Dec 2016 05:57:40 -0800
  ...well have the same result. > > Will be handy retrieving nuts or washers dropped in tight spots. > > Alistair > > > On Dec 30, 2016, at 8:40...
• Why not CIS? RE: Images of South African van on website
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:57:24 -0500
  ...Then you have things like the accumulator that leak fuel underneath the vehicle and those #@$%& copper crush washers everywhere, pretty much one-time use...
• Re: Installing Koni front shocks, which adaptors to use?
  Historical mailing list - jbclem1
  Fri, 14 Oct 2005 20:11:41 -0700
  ...one extra item, 2 large (one for each shock) white plastic washers that had a > slot cut across the radius of each one. The...
• Re: Broken bolts on 1.9L lower alternator bracket....
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 10 Feb 2005 22:34:36 -0500
  ...Replacement hardware here must be at least grade 10.9 including the washers. The wrong nuts are what probably cuased the failure in the...
• Re: Stuck Solenoid????
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 9 Sep 2004 21:05:47 -0500
  ...your starter and putting a little general purpose on the thrust washers at the rear end of your starter. Stan Wilder More Power with...
• Re: ... & Head Question. (Virtual Friday)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 19 Mar 2000 09:44:22 -0700
  ...not stainless) 8mm bolts and used crushed copper oil gaskets as > washers. Then in the rear only, bolt a zinc anoid (available at any...
• Re: awk! -- speakers sound great but....
  Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
  Tue, 9 Oct 2001 19:05:55 -0500
  ...One possible solution that came to me is to attach enough > washers > underneath the screw on the window handle that it would raise it...
• Re: CV boots are not my friend! Which of these boots would you use?
  Historical mailing list - Peter Baker
  Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:45:24 +0000
  ...The used VW boot. > > > Now off to order replacement CV bolts, washers, clips and snaps. > Why don’t replacement boots last on my van...
• Re: Ball joint observation 2WD
  Historical mailing list - turbotransporter
  Sat, 4 Sep 2021 07:41:38 -0700
  ...Even after replacing the eccentric washers with 4mm >> there was still play for the arm to move front-rear. As I've done I...
• In Missoula, overfilled oil
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:47:54 -0600
  ...I used to change the oil in my 71 bus every 3,000 miles, and there were crushable washers, a gasket, and two sizes...
• Re: Jump Seats-How to Mount to Floor?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 14:55:39 -0700
  ...1/8 inch thick stock on the back side with large washers. You have to remove the fuel overflow tank in the wheel well...
• Re: Exhaust & intake valve installation question-Intake scraper part #
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 5 Feb 2008 23:09:04 -0500
  ...Exhaust & intake valve instalation question Denis, only one of my heads had the seal washers on the intake valve, but I could not find...
• Re: 2.1 rebuild - new nuts for case halves-thoughts for all bolted connections.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
  Tue, 10 May 2011 21:23:05 -0500
  Thanks Dennis, I have all my old case nuts, washers, and through-bolts soaking in naptha, I ordered a bag of type 1 case...
• Re: When was the last time you re-packed your CV joints?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:28:38 -0400
  ...out. > > Also what is the best source for CV bolts and washers as I’d like to change mine for best quality I can...
• Re: Warning! Do not use... (Stainless Exhaust Fasteners)
  Historical mailing list - Doug Fitz-Randolph
  Wed, 17 Jan 2007 18:37:37 -0400
  ...It probably cost me $10-$15 for a whole bag-full of nuts, bolts & washers. As they were not specially marked, I assume they...
• Re: Rad R&R procedure?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 5 May 2012 15:06:06 -0400
  ...Do Not Forget these washers when putting it back together. You support the radiator up against the upper bracket and shove the lower bracket...
• Re: Oil plug gasket -- FLAPS?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wyatt
  Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:23:23 -0600
  I just bought 5 of the collapsible copper oil drain washers at my local VW dealer for $0.70 each. These are for my...
• Re: Radiator rubber mounts - cardboard air deflectors
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 30 May 2010 17:28:09 -0700
  ...Are >>people >>just using rubber washers? >>Also, my right (drivers) side cardboard air deflector missing and the left >>(passenger) side seems damaged. I found...
• Re: Questions???
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 8 Jan 2008 20:24:19 -0800
  ...This is not the place to sell Fender guitars or Maytag washers. There are better forums for general sales. If you color too far...
• Re: Oil level vs temp test
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 9 Aug 2011 17:16:02 -0700
  ...has anyone worked out the torque specs for the various flavors > of oil plug gasket/washers?" > > Enough! Take a wrench that fits the fastener...
• Verify Analysis (opinions wanted)
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 20 Sep 1998 22:04:54 EDT
  ...The wipers (front and rear) didn't work, the wiper washers didn't work. Most everything else did (turn signals, interior light, radio, etc...
• Re: wisdom of strapping surfboard to westy roof, no rack
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Sun, 2 May 2004 23:30:36 -0700
  ...handles with 3/16" long-shank aluminum pop rivets and large > washers to distribute rivet stress > 4) put down foam pipe insulation rolls on...
• Re: AC parts interchangability
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 21 Jun 2005 21:24:44 -0400
  ...0.14 A/C pipe 253 260 708E $127.02 Two washers 431260749 two @ $1.67 The procedure is detailed in Bentley 87.16...
• Re: Intermittent Wipers? and jumpseat install
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Apr 2007 10:50:55 EDT
  ...if you pull on the stalk, it activates the front washers and wiper. as for installing a jumpseat in a westy, i was going...
• Re: CV joint replacement questions
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 13 May 1999 18:27:43 -0300
  ...old bolts, old washers, old > bracket-thingie. > > >Does that bracket work as a lock (washer) device? > > i'm not sure what the hell it...
• Re: Diesel Oil Pan Bolts and Washers (for gas inline engine)
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 18 Nov 2016 10:21:18 -0800
  The exhaust has yet to be installed. ;) (Am in middle of an engine swap) Don: your ABA came with a windage tray or the...
• Re: 1982 Westfalia Diesel ( stock ) belts?
  Historical mailing list - Dana Mueller
  Sat, 29 Sep 2012 12:23:41 -0700
  Thanks Mark! When you say adding or removing shims - are we talking washers or what? Also, I've noticed it's a pretty tight...
• Re: VW Alloy Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Cory Zumbrennen
  Tue, 4 Feb 1997 12:21:16 -0700 (MST)
  ...To install the new studs he suggested placing several greased washers onto the stud and then tightening th lug not down until the stud...
• Re: Oil strainer leak
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 10:30:46 -0800
  ...Gathered all the seals and crush washers, etc. Drained the oil, removed the oil screen and oil filter, cleaned all the mating surfaces. Filled...
• Re: buying a type 1
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Foley
  Fri, 05 May 95 11:34:02 PDT
  ...Check to see how the front wings are bolt= ed on, and by how many bolts from the inside of the bonnet - large washers...
• Re: Exhaust manifold studs, how to tighten them into a block...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 May 2016 10:58:06 -0400
  ...Bellville washers will help to keep things tight. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Don...
• Re: DIY engine hoist?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Wed, 17 Jul 2013 10:21:45 -0400
  ...r the > > transmission, use a 2x4 with a hole in it, a large eye bolt with washers > > and > > a nut and some quick links. > > >
• Re: Strap a raft to the roof?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Fri, 2 Jul 2010 07:29:58 -0800
  ...the paneling loose to get behind them and put in > nuts/washers. Smoosh some RTV behind the hooks to keep water out, maybe? > > Thanks...
• Re: Manual Tranny, funky Reverse Light Switch
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:29:49 +0000
  ...and the reverse lights activate.  I have tried numerous iterations of washers & thin shims to solve the problem; I am assuming my switch is...
• Re: Trans report : SOLVED!
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 28 Jun 2005 16:23:29 -0700
  ...If it's something like (say) a stack of big fender washers crammed in where the rubber and sleeve were, held in place by...
• Re: anti-sway bar
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Wed, 26 Aug 1998 02:01:47 -0400
  ...On one of my vans, I augmented the stiffness by taking the bolts out and stuffing several rubber washers into the existing (new) bushings...
• Re: Is there a "best way" to loosen up passenger seat 's "rotation"?
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Tue, 8 Dec 1998 08:50:34 -0800
  ...If it is still too > tight you might want to try some washers on the bolts / studs between > the swivel and the wheel well...
• shocks ,skylight flex arm, and exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Dart 330
  Fri, 21 Sep 2001 00:50:06 -0500
  ...The two round >plastic washers that hold the end of the arms in the metal sleeve of the >skylight are broken. I can't...
• Re: off with her heads
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Fri, 18 Oct 2013 21:01:07 -0700
  ...if those washers get out of place on the distributor driveshaft you can be in a lot of trouble...they like to tilt and...
• Re: Exhaust studs
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 17 Aug 2008 08:20:31 EDT
  ...New bolts should be 8 mm x 35 mm stainless steel with flat and lock washers. >>>>>>I have just replaced the intermediate pipe on...
• Urgency of Upper Control Arm Bushing replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Sun, 6 Jan 2013 21:38:15 -0500
  ...Also, any recommendations on needed parts for the repair? Does the long bolt generally need replacement? I assume the washers need replacement. I also...
• Re: Christmas related Vanagon items?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Pogue
  Sat, 31 Dec 2016 09:09:32 -0500
  ...well have the same result. > > Will be handy retrieving nuts or washers dropped in tight spots. > > Alistair > >> On Dec 30, 2016, at 8:40...
• Re: Moving forward - with an autotranny.....
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Thu, 22 May 2014 12:33:59 -0400
  ...hoses with crimped banjo ends and banjo bolts and copper sealing washers in a kit for people that want to do the same mod...
• Re: Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 11:03:46 -0400
  ...In the meantime - I'm putting in regular bolts and nuts - lock washer under the nut and spring washers under the head. The old...
• Re: warning regarding GoWesty alternator bracket kit
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:42:28 -0400
  ...Yes washers also come in differing grades. As for the bracket studs, the nuts should match the grade of the stud. Dennis -----Original Message...
• Re: "drill-out" and Broken Bolt/Stud Extraction Techniques
  Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
  Thu, 9 Dec 1999 07:54:41 -0800
  ...I find that Bubba failed to attach 11 of 12 serrated-sided lock washers on the joint bolts, and it appears that he used...