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• Re: Manual shifting very difficult.
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 26 Feb 2016 16:04:19 -1000
  ...Scott On 2/26/2016 10:28 AM, John Rodgers wrote: > Ocassionally gear grinding. Not often. But definitely hard to find the spot > fora...
• successful 2000 mile road trip
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:12:11 -0400
  ...I checked the level at every fuel stop and tried to never fill it to more than about halfway between the "add" and the...
• Re: All the gears but second
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Mon, 5 Mar 2012 19:11:27 -0600
  ...When I look at mine from the side, I can still see the > end > > of the front rod in the slit in the back...
• Re: Power loss - '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Wed, 24 May 2017 14:11:52 -0700
  ...Is the throttle cable opening the throttle all the way? Does the cat rattle? Mark John Rodgers wrote: > Have a mysterious power loss on...
• Re: Thermostat problem??
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 29 Mar 2000 08:08:35 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver John Clavin wrote: > I had a pressure leak develop where the thermostat housing bolts to the > side of the...
• Re: loud alarm sound
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 30 May 2001 18:45:54 -0500
  ...Have a good mechanic check it. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver "S. Marie Arnold" wrote: > > My van occassionally sounds this horrible loud alarm. Sometimes...
• Re: flickering oil light at idle
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 19:46:28 -0400
  ...the connecting rods. make sure that you have a good german oil filter on with the proper anti drain down check valve. additionally you...
• Re: AC to R134--more struggle, more cost, more questions
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 7 May 2008 23:59:08 -0400
  John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> writes: > Jim, > > That ductwork falling was such a problem that the NTSB put out a > safety bulletin and VW...
• Re: need help from someone to look at their engine...
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 23 Jun 1998 20:27:36 -0400
  ...Just went to check it just now and apparently I've been running >without this piece the whole time I've had it on...
• Re: Need information on rubber injector hoses
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:41:58 -0600
  ...Allan -- 1991 Vanagon GL On Tue, 24 Feb 2009 23:50:30 -0600, "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> said: > Several list vendors carry complete...
• Re: Main starter battery
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 14 Oct 2002 11:50:27 -0500
  ...Prep for winter always included checking and adjusting as necessary the specific gravity of the electrolyte in the battery. Next came a load test...
• Re: 2.1L WBX -oil pressure light flickers at idle
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 28 Feb 2015 16:25:57 -0600
  ...I have checked the wires >> >> and >> >> found no faults. What is happening. What else might cause this? >> >> >> >> John >> >> >> > >> > >> >
• Re: Catastrophe???(Oil lite and oil alarm on!)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 25 Jan 2001 22:55:51 -0700
  ...Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <jhrodgers@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2001 10:11 PM Subject...
• Re: lifters for new engine? - and increased stroke
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 23 Mar 2003 20:12:11 -0600
  ...On Type IV Air Cooled you can use an early type IV crank with the big rod journals, light weight rods and flat top...
• Re: ARG! HELP! fuel pump problems
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Thu, 16 Jan 2003 10:34:03 -0500
  ...fuel cap on tight, just to > double check for any vacuum on the tank. > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver > > Greg Marshall wrote: > > >Hi folks...
• Yes on a GoWesty 2.4 L Engine
  Historical mailing list - Charles Nighbor
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:22:04 -0700
  ...For my 87 I checked out a VW mailny hot rod shop located in Portland OR. For $5000 he would rebuild mine using his...
• Re: Gaskelet leak and overheating
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 9 Jul 2024 12:24:20 -0400
  ...Eric Caron > On Jul 9, 2024, at 11:18 AM, John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote: > > No word yet on my ,91 van. It...
• Re: Adding rear disc brakes
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:18:06 -0400
  ...John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> >> >>> Subject: Adding rear disc brakes >> >>> >> >>> I know there is a big brake kit that goes on all the way...
• Re: Freeze 12 Update
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 8 Jul 2006 21:28:31 -0700
  ...John Rodgers >88 GL Driver All this Freeze 12 talk and the fitting sizes got me interested so I did some checking. Interesting reading...
• Re: Brake Light Switches
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 19 Oct 2010 18:46:26 -0500
  ...I just needed to hear it! John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On...
• Re: Compression test - cold vs hot?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 17 Mar 2005 23:01:50 -0600
  Compression checks should be done hot. This way all components have expanded to their limits and the condition of the fits and clearances will...
• Re: Electric lock operator - replacement
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 21 Jul 2022 13:04:18 -0500
  Thanks, I'll check it out. might work if there is enough sis to side room. On Thu, Jul 21, 2022 at 1:02...
• Re: Subie to Vnagon tranny conversion
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 8 Jan 2018 12:27:56 +0000
  ...Check Samba by searching subarugears and some names are bound to pop up. Stephen On Sunday, January 7, 2018 11:13 PM, John Rodgers...
• Re: 2.1 WBX Noise Is?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 21 Oct 2014 18:54:25 -0700
  ...I need to check it out during day light. On 10/21/14, SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott ) <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > a logical...
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 7 Jun 2003 15:30:07 -0500
  ...some HEET in the fuel. Check your fuel flow. You may need a helper with this. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Mike Pedersen wrote...
• XCA tire Warning!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 15 Nov 2003 21:27:22 -0600
  ...The age of the tires can be determined by checking the three-digit code on the sidewall. The first two numbers indicate the week...
• Pushrod tube help and healing
  Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
  Tue, 31 May 2005 13:36:15 -0500
  I just wanted to thank Terry K for the help with the Spring Loaded Push Rod Tubes. He was able send me 4 and...
• Re: Will whoever left the fridge door open....
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:17:17 -0600
  ...reply all) Tony -- 82 Scirocco "Rodolfo" 85 Vanagon "Blubrik, El Guapo" No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5...
• Re: Vibration under acceleration - CV joints?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 25 Sep 2005 11:51:11 -0500
  ...s). > >On 25 Sep 2005 at 10:04, John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > > > >>Check the CV mount bolts for security. It any of...
• Re: Back-up lights & now tail lights
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:27:31 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Mark Tuovinen wrote: > John, > > What bulbs did you try for tail lights? I installed brighter bulbs used in Honda...
• Re: Michelin Agilis Tires
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:27:11 -0500
  ...John Rodgers wrote: >>>>I haven't checked, but they may well be out of stock - for a 14 inch >>>>rim. I would check and...
• Re: Bearing Replacement
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 8 Oct 2022 01:03:50 -0600
  Have You checked closely to be sure that the CVJ Cage is Inserted Completely into the Flange & Bolted Securely &/or that All the Bolt...
• Re: Highest HP in a Vanagon w AT
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 7 May 2008 13:30:15 -0700
  ...The upper range of aftermarket high hp for turbo soobie engines ( hot rodded to the max ) is as high as 700 hp. Try 'subiesport...
• Re: Sound Recording of my Mystery Noise
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:17:56 -0400
  ...Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of John Rodgers Sent: Monday, June 14, 2010 2:55 PM To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: 1.9 Compression?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 1 Jan 2010 10:42:42 -0500
  ...Suspension/ball joints/tie rods/rack/front radius rod mounts. Being an 84 it may not have power steering. AC at best sucks. Has...
• Re: Radiator, serviceable?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Schmittdiel
  Thu, 20 Mar 1997 17:34:23 -0800
  ...one could have them "rodded-out" to restore cooling > > system efficiency that had gradually been lost due to build up of > > deposits in the...
• Re: flashing light on temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 7 Apr 2003 18:26:43 -0600
  Very first thing to check -- the coolant level. ou can see that through the plastic of the tank. If that is OK. ccheck the...
• Re: oil blow-by on new 2.1
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 22 May 2003 12:54:58 -0500
  ...is occuring a compression check is always in order as a first step. Then go from there. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver steeles wrote...
• Re: Alaska; Okay, How Cold Is It? Vanagon Content
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 9 Dec 2009 19:54:46 -0600
  ...John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com Zolly wrote: > Very fascinating to read about the...
• it's Curtains for us all!!! :)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 11 Mar 96 15:55:56 CST
  ...i didn't have to hit a lick on any sewing machines) curtains and the curtain rods and instructions. a very small amount of...
• Re: Availability of VW Blue Coolant (one for Vanagons)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Fri, 4 Nov 2011 23:19:37 -0500
  ...John Rodgers [mailto:inua@charter.net] Sent: Friday, November 04, 2011 10:55 PM To: Tom Hargrave Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re...
• Re: Radiator fan- '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - sparklegirl500
  Tue, 31 May 2016 21:37:43 +0000
  Check the appropriate fuse in the fuse block, John. The fan in my 83 diesel stopped working once, and when I looked at the...
• Re: Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:09:12 -0700
  Crossed wires? Check for cool manifold after running far a minute. Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus > On Sep 28, 2014, at 1...
• Re: For Sale - Captain Seats
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Mar 2011 06:33:47 -0500
  ...John > John Rodgers > Clayartist and Moldmaker > 88'GL VW Bus Driver > Chelsea, AL > Http://www.moldhaus.com > In a message dated 3/20/2011...
• Re: warm start 78 FI
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reed
  Fri, 22 Mar 1996 12:56:42 -0600 (MDT)
  On Thu, 21 Mar 1996, Rodney L. Boleyn wrote: > > Can anyone give me hints to the cause of failure to start when engine > is...
• Re: "Whump whump" noise from front RH side.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:05:52 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver neil N wrote: > Hi all. > > Apologies in advance for such a long post. > > Problem: > > Turning left in circles, parking...
• Re: Towing with Uhaul 4-wheel dolly?/now weight
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 9 Dec 2004 10:41:58 -0500
  ...I can check in >California if anyone is interested but I'm pretty sure no has ever weighed >the vehicles involved in a normal...
• Re: Tir choce for vanagon with 14 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 07:17:22 -0700
  ...Also included--FREE tire rotations and flat repairs! Your complete price for 4-205/70R14 Altimax RT tires is $290.09 I checked with...
• Re: Engine teardown - 2.1L WBX
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 11 Jun 2015 08:30:09 -0700
  ...John Rodgers [mailto:jrodgers113@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, June 10, 2015 8:56 PM To: Stuart MacMillan; Vanagon mailing list Subject: RE: Engine teardown...
• Re: 91 GL running hot all of the sudden
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 16:21:49 -0700
  ...Thanks, Dan Haydon ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, August 25, 2003 2:22...
• Re: Engine out--won't come apart. Need heads!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:15:23 -0700
  ...polished at least there, connecting > rods checked and rebuilt- new rod bearing bolts, and new rod > bearings, and check the oil cleaarace with plastiguage...
• Re: Shipping a transmission
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 29 Jul 2004 17:41:17 -0500
  ...polytek.com/ > > and check out what they might have from you. > > > > Good luck. > > > > Regards, > > > > John Rodgers > > 88 GL driver > > > > John Rodgers wrote: > > > > > Daryl, > > > > > > I...
• Re: A threat on my life
  Historical mailing list - Danny C.
  Tue, 4 May 2010 09:22:43 -0700
  You should spell check his email and�grammar then�send it back. Showing the corrections in red. What a looser.... Danny C. Portland, Oregon...
• Re: Originally: JLP rebuilt wbxr engines in Denver
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:34:26 -0800
  ...It's fiddly but possible. > It's my understanding that you can use 1.9 rod nuts/bolts on the 2.1 rod > ..but...
• Re: Rings are stuck ...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 27 May 2011 17:22:25 -0700
  ...in general, once the rings are disturbed, they should be replaced, on VW engines, in my experience. ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER...
• Re: Front and rear seal replacement
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Fri, 18 Jan 2008 22:44:25 -0800
  ...What a PITA for so small a > thing. > > Thanks, > > John Rodgers > > 88 G Driver > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG...
• stove grill rattles
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 08:15:12 -0700
  ...The fix was putting little plastic end caps (found at hardware store) on the ends of the grill rods that sit on top of...
• Re: Clutch Pedal Repair
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:17:10 -0700
  ...I checked the adjustment of the > mechanism under the dash. I was never able to get the clearance between the > push rod and the...
• Re: Hard thunk at startup
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 26 Oct 2006 05:03:03 -0700
  ...I recently replaced the muffler & cat but I double checked all the hardware and everything is tight. Of course it doesn't make a...
• Good Lube stuff.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 9 Nov 2007 10:07:17 -0800
  ...took the HHS 2000 under there with me while I was checking and changing oil, etc. I sprayed it onto my shift linkage and...