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• distributor washers
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Silliker
  Wed, 21 Sep 2005 12:43:19 -0400
  ...One of the black washers disintegrated. What can I use to replace it? It would appear that without replacing the washer, the amount of...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 17:46:51 -0400
  The sealing washers are probably work hardened and are no longer soft enough to make a good seal. Replace them as they are ideally...
• How do you operate the headlight washers? - The Answer
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 9 Jan 2004 10:17:31 -0800
  ...How do you operate the headlight washers? No, the headlight washers use a separate high power pump, hence the relay for them. David, you...
• stainless screrws posting #2
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 16 Aug 2006 08:50:28 -0700
  ...4 licence plate lens screws, 4 bolts and washers for the overflow tank and licence plate door, two screws and washers for the sliding...
• Re: I want to kill my control arm bushings.......Excentric Washers ???
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Wed, 30 Jul 2003 13:49:13 EDT
  ...I am confused?? Do the bushings come in three different sizes, or is it the washers that come in three different thickness'? thanks, JC...
• Re: a simple question
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Wed, 10 Jan 2001 09:19:17 -0500
  ...Jim Creech > Pull towards you to activate the front washers and 3 swipes of the wiper. > Pushing forward activates the rear wiper and washers...
• Re: copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sat, 31 Aug 2019 19:33:21 -0500
  I like copper oil plug washers. Have used them on about every car I have ever owned—until my first Vanagon, a new 1990...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:11:15 -0500
  ...I found a nice close-up of schnoor safety washers here: http://www.schnorr.com/safetywashers.html I don't think the ones I...
• Front door hinge pin update
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 21 May 2015 14:19:58 -0700
  ...What I did manage to do was to insert two washers between the door hinge and the body part that the hinge is bolted...
• Re: CVs and bolts and washers, oh my- source for bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 16 Mar 2005 13:18:18 -0600
  All of the CV boots I've bought from Bus Depot always had TriSquare and those special serrated lock washers. Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics...
• Re: Diesel Oil Pan Bolts and Washers (for gas inline engine)
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Thu, 17 Nov 2016 19:58:02 -0600
  ...I'm > > replacing the bolts. > > > > Does each bolt require a flat and "wavy" washer? The old bolts have 2 > > washers; 1 flat, 1 wavy...
• How do you operate the headlight washers?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 8 Jan 2004 20:25:10 -0800
  My TriStar has headlight washers on it but I can not figure out how to operate it. The tank is full of washer fluid...
• Re: CV joint bolt lock washers
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 14 Jun 2017 06:11:22 -0400
  ...Someone replaced three bolts with shorter, substandard > bolts and left the washers off. I've gotten all new bolts but they didn't > include...
• More Oil Plug Leaking - Quick Fix?
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Mon, 25 Jun 2001 12:40:57 -0700
  Hello List, I've ordered some new washers & a spare oil plug-- meanwhile, I've been unable to drive *anywhere for fear of my...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:11:06 -0700
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts > Thanks, everyone. I was planning on re-using these bolts because they > don't > have...
• Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 11:22:34 -0500
  ...And I get my copper crush washers "cheap" at Harbor Freight http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=93324 Jack -----Original Message...
• Re: Luggage Rack underside -- washers and felt pads
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Thu, 12 Sep 2013 09:46:14 -0500
  I took off my luggage rack to replace the seals and found the same issue, I made some rubber washers for the front which...
• AT internals, plastic vs metal thrust washers?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Fri, 20 Jun 2003 22:49:04 -0400
  ...I ran into a couple parts in the area of the planetary gear sets that are called thrust washers. There are 2 of these...
• Wimpy washers
  Historical mailing list - Michael E. Pidcoe
  Thu, 28 Dec 2000 20:59:20 -0500
  The windshield washers on my '82 diesel barely squirt an inch above the lowest part of the windshield. The fluid is fresh and not...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Wed, 3 Oct 2012 08:36:26 -0400
  ...Both those metals anneal by quenching, not slow cool. > >alistair > > > > >On 2012-10-02, at 2:46 PM, Ed wrote: > >> The sealing washers are...
• Re: [T2] A CV Question, if you please..
  Historical mailing list - George Lyle
  Sat, 27 Jan 2001 22:38:23 -0800
  ...So, why did VW > make the change with regard to these things? Relax your mind! The spring washers didn't pop your seals! My...
• Re: eccentric washers
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 09:40:20 -0500
  ...eccentric washers Any list vendors sell the different sized washers? I see van cafe have one - im guessing its stock 4mm since they dont...
• Re: Plumbing layout for headlight washers?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 25 Jul 2006 12:41:53 -0700
  ...I assume this is to keep the washers from blowing themselves off and cracking the grill in the process. BenT
• Re: What is this hole....?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 19 Mar 2013 14:37:32 -0700
  A ss bolt and a nut, two ss washers and 2 rubber washers should plug it. Same idea as the resistance probes in the...
• Luggage Rack underside -- washers and felt pads
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Thu, 12 Sep 2013 10:15:25 -0400
  ...My questions concern the washers and felt pieces There was a rubber washer on each roof side bracket (passenger side and driver side) but...
• head cap nuts
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 14 Dec 1996 15:13:31 -0500 (EST)
  ...no mention of washers at all. I f there were washers wouldn't they suggest coating both sides of the washer? I know that...
• Re: FYI: Rear Brake Hardware Kit -- Update
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 3 Oct 2006 14:31:02 -0700
  ...Is "washer" the > cup that sits in the retaining spring? > > There weren't any washers in brakes when opened up but > if I"m...
• clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:13:46 -0500
  ...Also, the place I had do it when I first bought the van apparently didn't put the little washers on the cv bolts...
• Re: Two bolts to mount the alternator bracket to the engine block are just plain missing!
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Fri, 26 Dec 2008 16:26:02 -0800
  ...Now I see in the EKTA above that they should be spring washers. Dennis, what is the risk with the split ring washers? I...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:08:22 -0700
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts > Some of the VW replacement boots came with what look like large plastic > ZIP > ties...
• Re: Help with GW links
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Wed, 28 Apr 2021 02:17:09 -0400
  ...The VW-spec'd alu washers were all I ever used in almost 30 years of servicing Vanagons. Useful for any other vehicles with...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:18:53 -0600
  ...I noticed that the washers are specialized, > with little diagonal grooves or ridges on them, which makes me wonder if > they are important, and...
• Re: rubber luggage rack washer
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:36:12 -0400
  ...The largest washers that even > came close to the right thickness were neoprene rather than rubber. > Haven't tried the FLAPS yet, though I...
• Re: rubber luggage rack washer
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:08:32 -0400
  I'd visit a local hardware store to see if they have any 1'' washers that would work. They may not have metric sizes...
• Windshield washers
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 26 May 2002 08:22:41 -0500
  Is there a way to get more spray out of the windshield washers? I've had several different (OEM VW) pumps on my Westy...
• Re: inside door panel materials?
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Tue, 16 Aug 2005 15:49:35 -0600
  > > In a message dated 8/16/05 10:17:42 AM, bueses@EARTHLINK.NET writes: > > << Westy also used screws w/ little "countersunk" washers to...
• Re: CVs and bolts and washers, oh my
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 16 Mar 2005 19:31:19 -0500
  ...Proper torque > > and proper lock > > >washers are all that's needed to keep them from > > coming loose. > > > > So these are dealer only items? On...
• Re: washers
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 10 Jul 2020 06:35:52 -0400
  ...When I took the vent window glass out on one side two o= > f the pressure washers crumbled. The only supplier I have found...
• eccentric washers
  Historical mailing list - brett rueff
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 09:01:50 +0000
  Any list vendors sell the different sized washers? I see van cafe have one - im guessing its stock 4mm since they dont have the...
• Minor clutch rant/lessons learned.......(long)
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Sun, 24 Sep 2006 21:49:41 -0400
  ...no washers shown. "huh" ...... "ok". No washers with bolts in parts tray. So on goes clutch assembly and tranny. Then, while cleaning up/hiding...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 22:11:16 -0400
  HF sells a small pack with an assortment of thick copper washers for a few bucks, get one! Mike B. On 10/2/2012...
• Re: Wasserboxer piston pin removal
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 12 Jul 2009 17:58:16 -0500
  I've done this with allthread and some nuts and washers. Works like a charm. Nothing else needed. Jim On Sun, Jul 12, 2009...
• Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 14:20:13 -0500
  ...I may have found some 16mm washers at Pep-Boys of all places, they are a dual-sized (5/8" - M16) copper "oil seal...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 18:46:12 -0700
  Let it be known that Felder Industries has large holdings in copper washer makers and encourage the profligate use of said washers. :) alistair On...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:46:46 -0500
  ...clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts Hi, I am happy to report that I have just placed my Zetec in my...
• Re: head cap nuts
  Historical mailing list - David O. Bradshaw
  Mon, 16 Dec 1996 09:33:40 -0500 (EST)
  ...no mention of washers at all. I f there were > washers wouldn't they suggest coating both sides of the > washer? I know that...
• Re: Why Folly left Lisa at the side of the road
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 7 Jun 2009 10:51:37 -0700
  2 thrust washers and the spring in place. Judging from the number of bronze shavings and the fact that a couple teeth over from...
• Re: Rt.Hand Drive Vanagon question
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 19 Feb 2007 20:11:09 -0500
  My Tristar, which I believe to be a canadian model has the headlight washers...On the other paw, the chance of finding this in...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 21:04:09 -0500
  ...Felder industries insists that rebuilders use original VoA copper washers for the quality of that product, and has no interest in its manufacture. Eternally...
• Re: Black oxide finish on stainless steel
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 23 May 2007 05:49:35 EDT
  ...Three screws and flat washers for the gas filler neck to plastic surround. Screws, nuts and washers for the licence plate on the rear...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 3 Oct 2012 20:24:10 -0400
  ...Just a little bit will seal these things right up even with re-used seal washers. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Quick Westy table question.. lock washer needed?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Thu, 18 Jul 2002 10:06:39 -0700
  ...I'm assuming that there was maybe a couple of washers in there that I must have lost. I couldn't find a parts...
• Re: Windshield Washer Nozzles
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 09:35:36 EDT
  In a message dated 4/15/03 6:27:20 AM Pacific Daylight Time, finn.runyon@VERIZON.NET writes: << My front washers seem to...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 18:10:30 -0700
  ...alistair On 2012-10-02, at 2:46 PM, Ed wrote: > The sealing washers are probably work hardened and are no longer soft enough...
• Re: Oil drain plug washer?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:36:37 -0700
  ...I've seen rubber washers labeled as > 'drain plug washers' at the local hardware, and I'm sure my FLAPS has > similar washers, but...
• euro headlight washers
  Historical mailing list - Lee Peterson
  Thu, 19 Oct 2006 10:22:32 -0700
  I sure would like to get some of the headlight washers I see on the euro syncros. Does anyone have any info about them...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 3 Oct 2012 08:41:14 -0700
  ...I would heat the copper > or Aluminium washers and quench them. Well, even Bob Hoover agrees > (http://bobhooversblog.blogspot.ca/2006/11/vw-annealing...
• Windshield washers
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 May 1995 14:41:19 -0700
  ...Compressed air washers, what were they thinkin? Sure, endanger the integrity of your spare tire- (at least in the sedans and squarebacks) whatever, just...
• Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 08:55:00 -0800
  ...And I get my copper crush washers "cheap" at Harbor Freight http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=93324 Jack -----Original Message...
• Re: ISO upper and lower cupped steel washers for bottom sway bar mount
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:30:39 +0000
  ...gmail.com> wrote: > some old cars use the same cupped steel washers for the upper bold of the > shock absorbers. I went to a...