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  • Re: Brake Fluid, Flushing
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Sat, 21 Jun 2008 11:33:27 -0700
    ...I am buying ATE in quantity below what WalMart sells regular DOT4 in the small container. The quality isn't anywhere near the same...
  • Re: Bleeding brakes. Motive, si!
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 26 Sep 2008 13:18:35 -0700
    ...Where do you buy ATE Super Blue or Gold bf ? ----- Original Message ----- From: "Don Hanson" <dhanson@GORGE.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent...
  • Re: satellite antenna placement
    Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
    Mon, 2 Jan 2006 12:04:59 -0500
    ...It says in the > manual to mount the atenna 6" from the rear of the van on the roof. I > am looking for suggestions...
  • The Magic rust remover?
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 17 Jul 1996 09:51:01 -0700
    ...While it worked slowly, it did it's job and ate rust and not paint, and I mean ATE it. The rust would be...
  • Re: Is this the right caliper?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 21 Mar 2010 23:21:08 -0400
    Your van could have ATE or Girling calipers. Both are interchangeable but I prefer a matched set on both sides. Both use the same...
  • Re: big sur lost and found
    Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
    Mon, 9 Jan 95 7:57:57 PST
    So martha rubin says: > > > Is anyone missing anything else? If so, we probably either ate it > or burned it ;) Well, I think Tobin and...
  • OEM verses aftermarket
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Sun, 15 Apr 2007 18:07:40 -0800
    ...There's about a $50-$60 between aftermarket (Bietrix and OEM-- ATE). Is there a real significant difference here, or should I just go...
  • Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Wed, 20 Jun 2012 19:10:34 -0600
    > but then generally, conventional brake fluid is hydroscopic I think is > the word.. Not that it really matters, but I think you are talking...
  • Re: brake shoes
    Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
    Thu, 5 Jan 2012 12:06:57 -0500
    I like the ATE brake components when they can be found. -craig On Jan 5, 2012, at 11:17 AM, Rick Koller <rkoller@HELIX...
  • Re: wrench/socket (nut and bolt head) sizes
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 21 Jun 2011 21:15:52 -0700
    I have 7mm brake bleeders (Ate), and Shimano uses 9mm to fasten shifter & brake cables. Karl Wolz | |I do see 12mm exhaust nuts often...
  • Re: 2nd Battery - Isolator Question
    Historical mailing list
    11 Jul 96 14:57:52 PDT
    ...Get a plastic battery box. > I want the closet back and can put Battery 2 under bench seat Jeff - tried that location and ate...
  • OT - older bus caliper
    Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
    Mon, 21 Nov 2005 18:57:18 -0600
    ...He says VW used a ATE front disc caliper that had two pistons on each side. Then they switched to 1 piston on each...
  • Re: Rear Brake Confusion - Dennis Haynes
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:13:22 -0700
    The rear wheel brake cylinders I just got in from Van Cafe are ATE. I'm a little irked at Van Cafe tho... last...
  • Re: Ignition problem now worse
    Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
    Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:14:10 EST
    ...It ate my switch. the van would only run open not at idle. above 2k rpm Jim Morgan 86 Gl 'Breadbox"
  • Re: 89 Syncro Westy Rotors Needed
    Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
    Fri, 4 May 2001 10:42:52 -0700
    ...However, I did check his stock and > noted > > that almost all of the ATE rotors are made in Italy. > > > > I got some Corrado rotors...
  • Check out this link------This guy is talking about stroking the w aterboxer to 2.4L or 2.5L without any loss in reliability........sound fa miliar
    Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
    Fri, 15 Mar 2002 23:24:57 -0600
    check it out boys.....and girls http://www.geocities.com/motorcity/9008/index20.html BIG strokin water boxers.......2.4L....2.5 Liters here...
  • Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Mike S
    Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:58:01 -0400
    On 6/19/2012 7:45 PM, Jason wrote: > Flush your brake fluid guys! Out of both ports. There's the top, bleeder port...
  • How do I determine the brand of my calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Mon, 4 Jan 2010 16:05:39 -0600
    ...was wondering if there's a n easy way to determine which style--Girling or ATE--that I have without removing a wheel. Jim
  • Re: The Mouse that ate our Vanagon/FRIDAY
    Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
    Sat, 8 May 1999 01:05:07 -0400
    > > > we have 3 cats. they just dont care. they get free food provided, and > lodging, so they figure, they dont have to work. they...
  • Re: Brake Cylinders
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Thu, 2 Sep 2021 10:12:00 -0500
    ...Jim Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 2, 2021, at 10:08 AM, OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote: > >  ’Tis My understanding that the ATEs...
  • Re: keeping window rubber in good condition
    Historical mailing list - John Brush
    Tue, 12 Mar 2002 15:30:39 -0700
    ...Certainly not hard to do. >end snipped --------- >I thought Vaseline ate through rubbers... that is what they told me in >college at least. Wow...
  • New Brake rotors.pads
    Historical mailing list - TC
    Fri, 8 Sep 2006 11:22:32 -0700
    ...see I can get Listed from least expensive order Rotors Zimmerman ATE Brembo POWERSLOT CRYO (way expensive) Pads JURID PBR Bendix if your fav...
  • Re: I learned alot about my brakes today....
    Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
    Tue, 1 Jul 2008 12:52:16 -0600
    ...busdepot lists a "best quality" german pagid/per for $30, an "oem" sachs mintex for $32, and an "oem" ate for $58. Autohausaz.com...
  • Re: Brakes-
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 26 Apr 2014 10:08:53 -0400
    ...I really use nothing but the ATE so I haven't tried the off brand stuff recently. They should last about two years or...
  • Re: where is the best buy for drums and rotors?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
    Thu, 17 Feb 2005 09:54:25 -0800
    Keep in mind that ATE, since early last year has shifted a lotl of their production of replacement OE parts from Germany to Italy...
  • Re: Sticky brakes
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 25 Jun 2016 12:27:26 -0700
    too bad they're ATE (Teves?). I can't seem to find new damping plates anywhere for mine. Point is, don't lose those...
  • Re: '89 front calipers query?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 8 Dec 2008 17:21:44 -0500
    ...The Girling and ATE will not interchange on the brackets. If you are getting loaded calipers, then all you want to do is match...
  • Front brake calibers?
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Thu, 1 Jun 2023 23:26:28 -0500
    ...And different part numbers for Girling, ATE and others. Suggestions welcome!! Thanks Jeff
  • Recommendation for Popup Tent. 85 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Jon Durham
    Tue, 2 Apr 2013 12:00:05 -0500
    ...Which is best? A lot are hot for the Canadian tent maker (atelierspk@hotmail.com) and am wondering why. Jon -- "Until one has loved...
  • Re: WANTED: Driver-side Power Mirror
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 6 Jan 2004 20:51:16 EST
    In a message dated 1/6/04 5:08:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, brettbaer@HOTMAIL.COM writes: > A school bus ate mine. Any...
  • Re: Vendors turning up wrong from caliper. Anyone know what's going on?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Fri, 8 Nov 2013 11:11:52 -0600
    I have seen plenty of ATE and Girling calipers (my van had both until recently) and the have all had the angled, top-drilled...
  • Brake Light Switch Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Jack R
    Mon, 10 May 2021 11:54:20 -0400
    ...340038A ATE, and purchased with a "lifetime" warranty at https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/porsche-brake-light-switch-ate-113945515g#fitment Bingo, brake-lights...
  • Front brake compatibility question
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:52:32 -0500
    ...interchangeable? Can you use 90 calipers, for instance, on an 83? And can Girling and ATE calipers be substituted for each other? Thanks, Jim
  • Re: brake booster
    Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
    Fri, 25 Jan 2002 22:08:24 -0800
    ...Got it from my local vendor for $140, genuine ATE booster. Leon 85 Subwagen Westy
  • Re: calipers same for syncro and 2WD?
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Sun, 18 Oct 1998 15:42:50 -0700
    ...251-615-123C ATE Front Left Caliper 89-91 2wd 88-91 Syncro (From VIN 25-J-105001) 251-615-124C ATE Front Right...
  • Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:36:30 -0700
    ...source for rebuilt ATE calipers? Unless you find pitting due to corrosion. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.stir-plate.com www.towercooler.com www.kegkits...
  • Re: Front brake compatibility question
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:15:26 -0700
    ...You can't mix between > those 2 groups, not even close. > > The 86+ floating fronts can be Girling or ATE but you must have...
  • Re: tent color picture request
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:51:38 -0500
    ...to decide on color of a new sunbrella tent from atelierspk. > >> > >> http://www.atelierspk.com/Picture.html > >> > >> Our van is the 85 cream/light...
  • source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sun, 17 Jun 2012 22:11:51 -0700
    I've got a stuck caliper, and the list vendors only seem to have new ones for big bucks, like $350 to $500 a...
  • westy mirror
    Historical mailing list - roch
    Sat, 8 Jun 2002 15:40:38 -0700
    ...The sun ate the plastic with the one I have.... __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? LAUNCH - Your Yahoo! Music Experience http://launch.yahoo.com
  • Re: Unreadable posts (was also: Vanagon List Archives: ATechnical Problem)
    Historical mailing list - Jim
    Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:10:37 -0700
    I am aware of this conversation and the ongoing problem. I do not have the answer and would love to hear from those who...
  • Re: adding an oven to a westy
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sat, 7 May 2005 18:17:32 -0700
    ...www.coleman.com/coleman/colemancom/detail.asp?product_id=5010D700T&c >ategoryid=27400> Has anyone cooked pizza in one of those Coleman ovens? Rob...
  • List Specials on Brake, Fuel Injection Parts, and more!
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 13 Dec 2001 12:36:52 EST
    ...Drums (ATE)- $40 each Rear Brake Shoes- $35 a set (ATE German made!! does both sides) Rear Wheel Cylinders- $12 each. (ATE) Brake Master...
  • Re: Brakes-
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 26 Apr 2014 08:58:52 -0400
    ...GW sells the ATE for $19.95. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Craig Cowan...
  • Re: Carrying a washer in a Westy
    Historical mailing list - James Shinosky
    Wed, 28 Apr 1999 23:03:39 EDT
    ...entering my bus... Hauled the rock load 15 miles... Consumed a whole half tank... Ate away half of the clutch.... James W88kender Anaheim, Calif.
  • Re: Spot The Mouse
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Sat, 2 Mar 2013 08:02:24 -0500
    ...One time "our" mice ate the fresh water line. It took two people to get a drink - one to turn on the pump and...
  • Re: REAR BRAKE SHOE REPLACEMENT
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Fri, 14 Aug 1998 08:30:31 -0100
    ...For > the wheel cylinders, I would find a foreign parts place that will get you > the origina ATE's. The dealer is now re...
  • Re: 82 brake rebuild
    Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
    Sun, 2 Sep 2001 05:16:06 EDT
    ...i think i have teves setup>> Teves brakes are more commonly know under the name ATE. They're website is at: http://www.contiteves...
  • Re: master cylinder rebuilding?
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
    Wed, 1 Mar 2006 16:35:16 -0500
    ...i troubled over this a couple of years back and >> after hearing negative experiences i went with the ate and i am >> happy. if...
  • Re: source for rebuilt ATE calipers?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Wed, 20 Jun 2012 21:12:59 -0600
    On Jun 20, 2012, at 8:27 PM, Stuart MacMillan wrote: DIY pressure bleeder from Motive Products. Hey, I don't mind the education...
  • Copy of VANAGON digest 362 ?? perchance
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Thu, 2 Mar 95 14:16:18 PST
    I guess the dog ate it along with my homework. Could some kindly soul send a copy of digest VANAGON digest 362 to my...
  • Re: keeping window rubber in good condition
    Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
    Tue, 12 Mar 2002 22:53:54 +0100
    ...end snipped --------- I thought Vaseline ate through rubbers... that is what they told me in college at least. RSF <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ Robert S. Fish Salzburg, Austria...
  • Re: shifter linkage solved and the real problem persists...groan!
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Sun, 19 Mar 2006 19:46:01 -0800
    ...So it sounds like they may not have used ATE... Shawn Wright http://members.shaw.ca/vwdiesels '88 Westy 1.6TD 5 speed '82...
  • Re: hit a boulder and a light pole
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:39:30 -0800
    I just look on my 1985 they are ATE.. but I don't think it matters much since if you want to do a...
  • Re: 85 / 90 rotor question
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 8 Jun 2000 09:58:23 EDT
    ...The 80-85 Van had the ATE system while the '86 and newer had the Girling setup. Sorry :( Ken Wilford http://www.vanagain.com...
  • Re: Brake Fluid, Flushing
    Historical mailing list - Jack R.
    Sat, 21 Jun 2008 14:15:47 -0400
    ...The standard Vanagon braking system really doesn't benefit that greatly from the high cost ATE Super Blue. Just flush it good with the...
  • Re: tent color picture request
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:05:58 -0500
    ...to decide on color of a new sunbrella tent from atelierspk. > > http://www.atelierspk.com/Picture.html > > Our van is the 85 cream/light...
  • Brake lines to Caliper
    Historical mailing list - David Prendergast
    Thu, 5 Aug 2004 10:54:36 -0400
    Just got a new caliper (ATE) for my 84 Westy. What I'm noticing is that the point at which the metal tube connects...
  • Re: Front brake compatibility question
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:05:39 -0700
    re And can Girling and ATE calipers be substituted for each other?" if you have the caliper carriers that match the particular caliper brand...
  • More on Vanagon Brakes
    Historical mailing list - Sean Lynch
    Thu, 14 Sep 2000 00:58:26 EDT
    ...Bearings, races, pads, rotors, calipers, etc...which calipers are better, ATE or Girling? I understand most Vanagons came with ATE as OEM equipment. Are...