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  • Re: fixing low oil pressure
    Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
    Tue, 25 May 2004 10:36:00 -0400
    ...the cap and then the rod. measuring the crank would be hard I have some V block type checker that is designed for this...
  • Re: What I did a few weeks ago--a pallet in my Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Fri, 28 Oct 2005 08:30:29 -0500
    ...Rodgers wrote: > Jim Felder wrote: > >> Did you know that a fork lift could place a standard pallet in the >> belly of a Vanagon? >> >> Check...
  • Limited Last Edition- LLE-Kartei - Offizielle Webseite
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 25 Mar 2003 09:49:20 -0600
    Hey Troops!! Check this out!! All in German, but worth a look. http://www.lle-kartei.de/modelle.php John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
  • Re: Connecting rod questions
    Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
    Wed, 17 Feb 1999 19:22:00 -0600
    ...Can anybody clear up this matter > of rod orientation? Does it make any difference? I just checked my Bently manual and the rods are...
  • Re: Green Energy Potential for Vanagons in the future
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:26:50 -0500
    ...John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> Reply-To: John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> Date: Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:47:19 -0600 >Check out the...
  • Splitty Sighting FS
    Historical mailing list - Rodney Kindlund
    Thu, 4 Jul 2002 07:07:56 -0700
    ...Mtn. Check out the website at: http://www.mindspring.com/~contecmidwest/index.html See ya......Rodney, the Grateful Dude ------------ ===== Rodney Kindlund RodKraft Studio (Leather...
  • VW Mug on EBAY
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 3 May 2007 23:18:25 -0500
    Check it out/ http://cgi.ebay.com/Volkswagen-Glass-Mug-Stein-1980-Advertisement-Estate_W0QQitemZ200102468544QQihZ010QQcategoryZ10781QQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting http://tinyurl.com/38xkxt Item 200102468544 Regards, John...
  • Re: Fishing Rod Storage
    Historical mailing list - Todd Olson
    Wed, 5 Sep 2007 21:19:51 -0400
    Hi Jeff, I have been using bungee cords for my fishing rods hooked to the AC vents and the rear shelf for over 10...
  • Re: utility trailers???
    Historical mailing list - Rodney Kindlund
    Tue, 30 Apr 2002 15:04:30 -0700
    ...Check the small trailer frames out on www.harborfreight.com..........Rodney ===== Rodney Kindlund RodKraft Studio (Leather-Art) rodney@rodkraftstudio.com www.rodkraftstudio.com ---------------------------------------------------------- '84...
  • Re: lifter cam Q, 1.9 to 2.1
    Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
    Sun, 1 Jan 2006 20:34:01 -0500
    ...but need info on > checking lifters and such before short block assembly. The big end of the 2.1 rods distorts over time and...
  • Re: Top Overhauls
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 16 Dec 2002 22:11:50 -0600
    ...with an acceptable set of bent rods, threaded blocks and various C clamp devises to methodically check everything. I still haven't got a...
  • Trying To Understand Tie rod Adjustments
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 11 Apr 2009 21:47:23 -0700
    ...Double checked by measuring from inner end of threads to face of new tie rod adjusting nut with calipers. - transferred inner nut position from...
  • Re: Trying To Understand Tie rod Adjustments
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sun, 12 Apr 2009 09:48:13 -0700
    ...Double checked by >> measuring from inner end >> � of threads to face of new tie rod adjusting nut with calipers. >> - transferred inner nut position from...
  • A/C - what it the purpose of the vacuum check
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 4 Jul 2011 16:36:11 -0500
    ...more easily? Or a check for leaks? And do both sides of the system et checked? Thanks, John -- John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88...
  • Re: Bent valve push rod
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 9 Jun 2003 18:12:05 -0400
    ...I did not bother to check the push rods or the ends of the adjusting screws at that time. Don't know if they...
  • Re: What's wrong with that picture....
    Historical mailing list - Benny boy
    Sat, 23 Oct 2004 01:01:40 -0400
    ...The rod to crank bearing was really dry, so i tripple check the oil conduit, Blocked!!!!! i don't know for how long this...
  • Re: Push Rod Tube Leak????
    Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
    Tue, 4 Jan 2005 17:44:51 -0600
    ...jimt Check you oil! does it have coolant in it??? If not look >elsewhere for >your leak. How can you check your oil to...
  • Re: tie rod boots on '91 campmobile
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Sat, 28 May 2011 12:34:14 -0700
    ...wrote: > Cracked boots will contribute to wearing the tie rod ends sooner. > Unfortunately, after checking both the fiche and ETKA, it appears VW > never...
  • type 1 rods vs 1.9L rods
    Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
    Tue, 21 Mar 2006 22:11:37 -0500
    Hi all this is a question i had as i was falling asleep in the pole barn, and i noticed 2 sets of rods...
  • Re: Hydrogen power for the Vanagon Now!
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:33:46 -0500
    ...vary!" >>>> >>>> Regards, >>>> >>>> John Rodgers >>>> 88 Gl Driver >>>> >>>> John Rodgers wrote: >>>> >>>> Check it out. >>>> >>>>> http://mrgreenenergy.com/index.htm >>>>> >>>>> John Rodgers >>>>> 88 GL Driver >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>> -- >>> Sent...
  • Re: Alternator Light Just Came On
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Sun, 9 Aug 2009 21:03:06 -0400
    Easiest check is the voltage regulator. Take it off and look at the brushes. If you have a spare reg, pop it on. -----Original...
  • Re: Problems after 1.9 head change
    Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
    Mon, 6 May 2002 14:28:20 -0400
    ...there is no preload the push rods can hang up on the edge of the lifters so check that out also Bob Ken wrote...
  • Re: Frydaye Funny - "G" Rated
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Fri, 3 Nov 2006 20:34:19 -0800
    ...Mike On 11/3/06 8:14 PM, "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > Well, Jeff, I thought I would check out the link...
  • Re: upper control arm bushings
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Wed, 13 May 2009 08:31:50 -0400
    ...Also, I know how to check ball joints for wear, but how does one check for tie rod end wear? Since I'm going...
  • Re: Lens for Vanagon 83
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 7 Jun 2005 22:27:24 -0500
    ...Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics 214-352-4931 www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rodrigo Bonilla" <rodru1@PRODIGY.NET.MX> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
  • the cat who rode the motorcycle nvc
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 16 Aug 2002 12:38:44 EDT
    check this out..that was one cool cat. Stan Wilder aka the cat hater, no need to look http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn...
  • Re: tie rod ends (second request)
    Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
    Thu, 22 Jun 2006 06:58:02 -0500
    ...tie rod ends (second request) > If you use an accurate caliper to measure from the center of the > tie > rod end to a known...
  • Tiny-house-concept/the-vw-bus/
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 30 Nov 2010 18:44:13 -0600
    Hey Gang - check it out!!! http://tinyhouseblog.com/tiny-house-concept/the-vw-bus/ -- John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver...
  • Jack up your Vanagon??
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 6 Oct 2009 18:46:30 -0500
    ...Thanks, John Rodgers 88 gL Driver
  • VW Sidecar
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:47:34 -0500
    Check it out. http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2009/10/resto-tec-vw-sidecar.jpg -- John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88...
  • Re: VW Sidecar
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:43:10 -0500
    ...VW Sidecar Check it out. http://www.blogcdn.com/green.autoblog.com/media/2009/10/resto-tec-vw-sidecar .jpg -- John Rodgers Clayartist and...
  • Re: Adding rear disc brakes
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:09:18 -0500
    Bob, thanks! I'll check it out. John Bob Stevens wrote: > Small Car. > > On Sun, Aug 16, 2009 at 10:40 AM, John Rodgers...
  • Re: Fishing Rod Storage
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Wed, 5 Sep 2007 22:04:08 -0400
    I've always pondered the idea of putting rods in the heating duct inside the drivers side door. It seems thats a long enough...
  • Re: the cat who rode the motorcycle nvc
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sat, 17 Aug 2002 14:57:58 +1200
    >check this out..that was one cool cat. Stan Wilder aka the cat hater, no >need to look > >http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn...
  • Re: Show and Tell - Water Pump Change Out
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Thu, 5 Jan 2006 23:42:45 -0700
    ...http://volksweb.relitech.com/19wpump.htm Check out Ben's pages (he's now in Florida): http://www.benplace.com/vw2.htm specific to...
  • Re: Wonky Turn Signal
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 4 Sep 2011 20:34:34 -0500
    ...I'll check it. John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 9/4...
  • Re: Air Traffic Control
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Sun, 19 Jun 2011 23:05:25 -0500
    ...John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by...
  • Re: Tip and Tricks: Smoke Signals
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:59:47 -0700
    ...A compression check is in order on this > one. Often the tailpipe pipe will be oily. > > Regards, > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver
  • 91 Vanagon armrest needed
    Historical mailing list - Toma Keller
    Sun, 5 May 2002 19:19:05 -0700
    ...on left side of seat for a 91 Vanagon - grey interior? and a right front door check rod for a 91 vanagon? Thanks, Toma
  • Driving on Air
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 9 Nov 2008 10:20:17 -0600
    ...electric!! Check it out. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/11/06/the-best-alternative-energy-car.aspx John Rodgers 88 GL...
  • Re: Refresh my memory about inner tie rods, someone!
    Historical mailing list - Alex MeVay
    Sat, 31 Oct 2020 08:37:12 -0400
    ...When the inner tie rods were tightened to spec, there was a small but visible gap between the peening flange and the end of...
  • Re: Car-Shaped Computer Mouse - kinda cute
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:51:10 -0700
    Damn that's cute! On Fri, Jul 24, 2009 at 6:20 PM, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote: > Check it out! > > > http://www...
  • Re: Shift knob rattle help??
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Mon, 14 Jun 1999 20:51:44 -0400
    Check the bolt where the shift lever and the shift rod meet, (inside the shifter box above the spare tire). Should be tight, also...
  • Re: Digijet FI PDF
    Historical mailing list - Dan Brideau
    Tue, 5 Jul 2005 19:08:48 -0400
    ...http://tinyurl.com/8jowp > > Regards, > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. > Version: 7...
  • Re: Organizers for Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
    Sun, 23 Feb 2003 08:03:02 -0800
    ...have to wait 'til Spring thaw. :) --- John Rodgers <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > I was just checking the Duluth Trading Co. website. > There is...
  • Fishing Rod Storage
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
    Wed, 5 Sep 2007 18:14:22 -0700
    ...I am wondering if anyone has come up with a good way to hang fishing rods between the passenger's side ceiling ac ducts...
  • Re: Air Traffic Control
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:02:49 -0500
    ...John Rodgers > Clayartist and Moldmaker > 88'GL VW Bus Driver > Chelsea, AL > Http://www.moldhaus.com > ----- > No virus found in this message. > Checked by...
  • Re: AC System Leak
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Mon, 17 Jun 2002 09:48:34 -0400
    One thing I would check--I noticed this when I put in my new engine--is the crimped hose connections at the compressor. When...
  • Re: Adding rear disc brakes
    Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
    Sun, 16 Aug 2009 13:21:03 -0400
    ...John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> writes: > Bob, thanks! I'll check it out. > > John > > Bob Stevens wrote: >> Small Car. >> >> On Sun, Aug 16, 2009...
  • Re: WTB: Headlight Adjuster
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 9 Dec 2002 12:47:40 -0600
    ...It's an 800 number - so it's no cost to you to check it out at the very least. John Rodgers 88 GL...
  • Re: front end vibration
    Historical mailing list - Tim king
    Sun, 13 Aug 2000 15:15:05 -0700
    ...not pulling it) and check to see if part of the latch mechanism for the for the carrier (thin rod, driver's side) is...
  • Re: Big end rod clearance 2.1 WBX
    Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
    Thu, 8 Mar 2007 20:23:11 -0500
    Tabe its just between the rod and crank cheek not something you need to check on a running engine I would be conerned about...
  • Alternative fuels
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:44:56 -0500
    ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
  • Re: Vanagon $$ Value
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Fri, 28 Apr 2006 17:41:19 -0500
    ...value in recent >months? > >Regards, > >John Rodgers >88 GL Driver > > > >-- >No virus found in this incoming message. >Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. >Version: 7...
  • Re: Tip and Tricks: Smoke Signals
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:33:57 -0700
    ...A compression check is in order on this >> one. Often the tailpipe pipe will be oily. >> >> Regards, >> >> John Rodgers >> 88 GL Driver >> > -- Jake 1984...
  • Re: Clutch Judder Fixed
    Historical mailing list - Don Bolt
    Thu, 26 Dec 2002 11:21:21 -0500
    ...the guide bolt & shift rod to keep out road crud. Hope this is clear. Got top run, will check the list this evening. Don...
  • Re: Back Online
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 1 Apr 1999 19:08:00 -0500
    ...John Rodgers * EMC.Ver #2.5.02 ] -- This is thrilling! John Rodgers '88 GL Driver -------- REPLY, Original message follows -------- Date: Thursday, 01-Apr-99...
  • Re: Question clutch and lights
    Historical mailing list - neil
    Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:21:37 -0400
    ...Check archives: http://gerry.vanagon.com/cgi-bin/wa.exe?S1=vanagon for more info on headlight upgrades and clutch stuff. Cheers, Neil. --- Rod...
  • Car-Shaped Computer Mouse - kinda cute
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 24 Jul 2009 20:20:20 -0500
    Check it out! http://www.abcdistributing.com/home/catalog/cat_item_pg.asp?G=694&P=289&Rec=9&N=35+4294964885&Nao=280...
  • Rear Axle Nut Socket Source?
    Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
    Tue, 17 Apr 2001 16:41:52 -0400
    ...I've checked with NAPA & Sears with no luck. Any help appreciated! Rod.