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  • map pocket repair. from digest
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:31:33 -0700
    ...Mix up some with some type of thickening agent...sawdust, talc, heck..even dirt...and stick the pieces together or put a dab on...
  • Re: Long Brake Line Installation Questions
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 5 Sep 2009 20:59:27 -0700
    ...Good to know a dab of silicone is ok. If need be, I can reach into the hard to get at area above coolant...
  • Need a sliding door lock mechanism
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Mon, 4 May 2020 18:24:35 -0700
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
  • '76 2.0L FI.....For Sale
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 21 Apr 1996 11:26:42 -0700
    ...Bus are still good... it's averaging 20mpg. If anyone is interested e-mail me back at the office: dabaker@nas.nasa.gov David
  • Re: Wierd Electrical Gremlins
    Historical mailing list - Jason Stevenson
    Sat, 20 Jan 2001 14:24:26 -0600
    ...I dabbed some dielectric grease on the terminals, snugged the bolts back up, and everything looks good. If I experience any further problems, I...
  • Re: More Prhyeday Phollowup on BUs Stolen 35 Years Ago
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:11:40 -0500
    ...leftcoastclassics.com/LCCofferings.html > in Sonoma, Ca., owners name is Donn Dabney. > So, does anyone on the list know this place or the owner...
  • Re: Readjusting poptop after installation
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:56:48 -0400
    ...Perhaps if you put a dab of grease at the edge of the hinge base, you will see how far it moves when the...
  • Re: skylight guy
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 26 May 2007 23:40:50 EDT
    ...Oh, sorry, it's not > Friday. > > have you ever been to dubai? its a western playground smack dab in the middle east.. its like...
  • Re: Shift Lever Disassembly Help Needed
    Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
    Mon, 25 Feb 2008 09:01:32 -0500
    ...Then, once you have dabbed a little molly (or your preferred lubricant) into the cup, you can slip in the boot (note, manual dexterity...
  • Re: Which Wind/Rain Deflectors?
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 24 Jan 2015 05:25:50 -0600
    I used a dab of Plumbers Goop on mine. He ld them in place beautifully. It seems as if Plumbers Goop has stronger adhesion...
  • RH Wheel Bearing Grease Cap
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Mon, 23 Oct 2017 14:53:25 -0400
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
  • Re: click click click from drivers wheel
    Historical mailing list - Bill M
    Fri, 29 Jun 2012 12:27:22 -0400
    ...I use a dab of silicone on the end of all mine. So far it has keep things silent... Bill On Jun 29, 2012...
  • Re: '84 Hub cap problem
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 7 Jul 2010 20:20:49 -0400
    ...a) put tiny dab of grease on the end of the speedo cable, then mount and dismount the cap and see if it actually...
  • propane tubing fittings
    Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
    Sat, 19 Oct 2002 20:04:12 -0700
    ...but now I'm wondering if the previous installer put a dab of axel grease on the flares.... perhaps it assures a better seal...
  • Re: Other engine conversion options?<F>
    Historical mailing list - tim
    Fri, 7 Jan 2005 14:15:07 -0800
    ...runners on.I suggest the ones > > with really thick soles. > > > > Yabba dabba doooo! > > > > tim in san jose > > Timberly, > > There's a fundamental engineering problem...
  • Re: Wanted driver's door pocket
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Wed, 26 Nov 2014 09:18:09 -0800
    ...positioning - take some screws and put them on the door pocket - dab some latex paint on the head of the screw - position the door...
  • Where to buy a Windshield
    Historical mailing list - T Collins
    Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:49:12 -0500
    Hello Listers, I recently have been dabbling with the idea of getting a new windshield. Mine has 3 half-moon chips, one of which...
  • Re: Which clutch to buy...
    Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
    Sat, 12 Aug 2000 21:01:35 -0700
    ...It had the pressure plate, clutch disc, t/o bearing, pilot bearing, alignment tool, and a little dab of grease for the splines. All...
  • Re: Stub Axle / Grease: Enough Is Too Much
    Historical mailing list - Chris Radcliffe
    Sat, 7 Feb 2004 18:43:57 -0800
    ...Enough Is Too Much I have to agree with George a little dab will do ya !! Most of you are to young to know...
  • Re: Overheating Issues
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
    Mon, 9 Dec 2002 13:06:28 -0800
    ...Joe On 09 Dec 2002, DaBomb wrote: > Dear Volks, > > I took my van out to go camping this weekend. > About an hour and a...
  • Re: Need New Propane Shut-off Valve
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:24:28 -0700
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Wed, Sep 23, 2020 at 8:13...
  • Re- Stranded
    Historical mailing list - Norman Leong
    29 Sep 1994 09:57:17 U
    ...Nothing that a dab of grease or anti-seize won't take care of (hey, Stuart, I still use Phil Wood grease!...). Oh, and...
  • Re: Steering Wheel Grinding
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Wed, 2 Nov 2022 12:56:34 -0700
    ...ring, and the turn signal switch and hit it with a dab of > dielectric, but the grinding is still there when I turn the...
  • Re: Rear emblem
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 21 Jul 2015 14:31:57 -0400
    ...I want to just put a little dab of plastic glue like epoxy on the protruding little plastic studs. What kind of glue will...
  • Can anyone translate this??
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 05 Jan 1995 19:16:13 -0400 (EDT)
    ...Mit Interesse haben wir zur Kenntnis genommen, daB Sie noch im Besitz eines alten Volkswagens sind un teilen Ihnen selbstverstandlich gern die uns bekannten...
  • Re: Marvel Mystery Oil - How to Use? Yes...I'm completely RETARDED!
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Fri, 9 Nov 2001 21:16:21 -0600
    ...a hell of a time keeping the girls away----"A little Dab will Do Ya, Use More Only If You Dare". Later, ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ~~~ ~||-(())----(())-| Terry-- 85...
  • Off-topic (Friday) Ford Connect Propane tank
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Fri, 19 Jan 2018 09:22:04 -0800
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
  • Re: Has any heard from Scott Daniel Foss lately?
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sat, 29 Apr 2017 00:24:26 -0400
    ...www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7...
  • Re: Identifying a Darrel Bohler-repaired ECU
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:31:30 -0400
    At 01:03 PM 8/29/2009, Max Wellhouse wrote: >were several dabs of a white caulk-like substance in and around some >of...
  • Re: CV GREASE?
    Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
    Tue, 22 Jun 1999 23:26:12 -0500
    ...If you must, at least clean >the area and dab some rubber cement or other type of sealer to cover the >holes. > >The CVs...
  • Re: Engin hatch insolation project
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Fri, 2 Jul 2021 10:29:12 -0400
    ...campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#m_-3933517257253470064_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Thu, Jul 1, 2021 at 10:22...
  • Fridge sealant
    Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
    Tue, 20 Aug 2013 08:13:42 -0500
    ...fridge around where the refrigerant&nbsp;pipe comes through and a dab where the thermostat line comes through the back of the fridge.&nbsp...
  • Re: Washing the poptop
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:01:07 -0800
    ...acid crystals, 1/4 cup in 2 cups water or >thereabouts, dab solution on stains and it will take the rust stain >out. Be...
  • Re: CCC Mammoth Aftermath (Phx)
    Historical mailing list - Bren Smith
    Mon, 23 Sep 96 11:13:21 -0700
    >The crazy (but polite) car pool twosome passed on offers of breakfast and >coffee and took off in Dave's "DaBoat" Safare camper into...
  • Exhaust "popping" noises in 85GL
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 19 May 1996 18:34:53 -0500
    ...Donald Baxter 85 GL _________________________________________________________ Donald Baxter Atlanta, Georgia 404.874-3292 (home) <dbax@mindspring.com> 404.447.6831 (work) <dab1@jhk.com> _________________________________________________________ "But alas...
  • Re: Wiper arms
    Historical mailing list - Patrick Foltz
    Thu, 4 May 2000 12:44:28 EDT
    ...If you want to get all crazy, just replace the nut with a nylon locknut or do a tiny dab of blue loctite. The...
  • Overheating Issues Update
    Historical mailing list - DaBomb
    Thu, 12 Dec 2002 00:15:08 -0800
    ...Love and Rockets, DaBomb
  • Re: list issue
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Mon, 20 Nov 2017 09:03:25 -0800
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Wed, Nov 15, 2017 at 2:50...
  • Re: [DIESEL] 3 part numbers needed
    Historical mailing list - Nate Wall
    Fri, 6 Apr 2001 11:42:36 -0400
    ...I took a small dab of Permatex hi-temp form-a-gasket and smoothed on a thin film on the flange side of the...
  • Re: [Syncro] Why SA big brakes saved my ass today
    Historical mailing list - bueses
    Mon, 7 Mar 2005 14:41:19 -0700
    ...When > someone turning right from Macarthur northbound onto Main eastbound decided > to stop as abruptly as her Mercedes would allow, smack dab in the...
  • Re: Cold Idle Problem
    Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
    Thu, 7 Sep 2017 18:44:45 -0400
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Thu, Sep 7, 2017 at 4:37...
  • Re: Opening Pandora's box
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Tue, 19 Sep 2006 16:59:50 -0400
    ...Set sail for Crazy Rays,Erdman ave., for a rebuilt 1.9 for $150 Arrrrrrr I say.Keep your dablooms burried(for now) . I...
  • Re: Rear emblem
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 21 Jul 2015 12:21:48 -0500
    ...I want to just put a little dab of plastic glue like epoxy on the protruding little plastic studs. What kind of glue will...
  • from neophyte; Attn: Baywindow Owners
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 11 Mar 1996 13:08:45 -0800
    ...Thanks in advance, David Baker '56 7-Door Panel dabaker@nas.nasa.gov '76 Campmobile
  • Re: Any clever nicknames?
    Historical mailing list - DaBomb
    Sat, 12 Oct 2002 13:35:24 -0700
    ...Love and Rockets, DaBomb aka Vanagonomaniac '89 GL
  • Re: OT , now Bass Lists
    Historical mailing list - Neal Barrentine
    Fri, 8 Sep 2006 17:23:27 -0500
    ...I can hold my own - mostly various kinds > of Rock but I have dabbled in country and even Salsa if you can imagine > that. >
  • Re: Keyless alarm parking light connection question
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Sat, 2 May 2020 14:11:09 -0700
    ...link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Sat, May 2, 2020 at 1:33...
  • Re: New to list..
    Historical mailing list - Bill N
    Mon, 23 Sep 2002 23:24:01 -0700
    ...Bill ----- Original Message ----- From: "DaBomb" <dabomb@TANJABARNES.COM> > > The last time (actually three times) it overheated, a guy in a pick up truck > stopped...
  • Re: Fridge sealant
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 20 Aug 2013 08:31:43 -0500
    ...I removed the old "putty" when wiring in an inside fan. > I also removed a dab of the stuff where the thermostat line goes...
  • Front doors Window screens in brown for sale
    Historical mailing list - Dean S
    Sat, 18 Jul 2020 11:54:42 -0400
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
  • Re: Clean up Fuse Block under dash?...maybe add dielectric grease?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 1 Jul 2019 05:58:21 -0400
    > > Scotchbrite pad, one by one remove fuses and brighten contacts and add a > dab of grease at each end of fuse to stave off...
  • Re: Valve on Propane tank leaking
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Mon, 31 Jul 2017 14:02:12 -0600
    ...com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>
  • Re: Wire Damage from Rodent(s)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:55:01 -0800
    ...rubber? Would the oil harm the rubber? Seems the cotton balls dabbed in peppermint oil need to be replaced every few weeks. Would something...
  • Re: I think it worked ;)
    Historical mailing list - Michel (O'Hara) Escaravage
    12 Aug 1996 18:45:52 -0400
    ...my parents still live in ole Norris Point, Nfld. (smack dab in the middle of Gros Mourne National Park). I know the Northern Peninsula...
  • Re: Can Someone Please Shed Some Light....
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:26:05 -0700
    ...Again, a dab of silicone grease on the bosses makes the next go round easier. - pallet or kitchen knife helps to pry the metal...
  • Re: New Vanagon Body Effects
    Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
    Mon, 13 Mar 2000 20:24:09 -0800
    ...bought out by Prototype Concepts, inc., > a very large company that dabbles in amusement park rides (among other > things). go figure. > > all i can...
  • Re: L.A. Area Mechanic Recommendations?
    Historical mailing list - Tanja Bomb
    Wed, 21 Jan 2004 21:46:39 -0800
    ...I can't tell you enough how wonderful he is! Love and Rockets, DaBomb
  • SPAM:FIXING THOSE DASHBOARD LIGHTS
    Historical mailing list - George Wietor
    Fri, 1 Oct 2004 21:43:37 -0400
    ...A dab of toothpaste on the male end of the panel plug (part of the fragile foil circuit) and a careful rub and a...
  • Re: Grill fix =?UTF-8?Q?glue=3F?=
    Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
    Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:04:55 -0700
    ...A dab'll do ya. A good example of where else this works well; I used it to affix the broken tabs on the...
  • Re: 85 spedo repair
    Historical mailing list - Richard Lamoreaux
    Sun, 1 Dec 1996 22:04:20 +0000
    ...After a couple of attempts to push it back together, I reassembled it with a dab of Loktite and it's been fine ever...