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• Re: (rear) cv joint
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 5 Mar 2006 09:32:19 -0500
  ...The grease that is supplied in all of the aftermarket kits, > (blue tube) is the older grease. If you get the kits from the...
• Re: Should I replace my transmission?
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Fri, 6 Nov 2009 08:53:56 -0800
  mine has been whining like you describe ever since the rebuild...... that was 30kmiles ago. florian On Fri, Nov 6, 2009 at 8:46...
• Re: WBX Recommendations Sought
  Historical mailing list - John Schwartz
  Thu, 29 May 2014 07:50:18 -0700
  ...Once apart we went ahead and did a rebuild similar to what you're looking at... I only did this in place of a...
• Fwd: Fast German will fix the broken rebuild
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Thu, 16 Jan 2003 08:57:20 -0800
  ...Fast German will fix the broken rebuild > > The coolant I used was Prestone phosphate free, Dexcool approved. > 50-70% concentration, according to Pep Boys...
• Radiator fan issue - where's the ground?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
  Sat, 14 Oct 2017 16:51:52 -0700
  ...That used to operate the fan until I was messing around in there some years ago doing a headlight upgrade (Frank Condelli kit). After...
• Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Fri, 20 May 2016 12:31:38 -1000
  ...btw i found what i was told was the ONLY > single thrust washer in north america... > > I got a master rebuild kit just in...
• Re: Boston Bob? or GoWesty?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Tue, 20 Jan 2004 13:50:30 -0500
  ...So far I've got about 2600 miles on it and it purrs like a kitten. Well balanced, and so smooth !!! (I still need...
• Re: Engine woes - what to do?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Mon, 23 Dec 2013 15:30:53 -0600
  ...replacement parts/upgrades > including fuel tank, sending unit, coolant lines, clutch kit+machining of > flywheel, water pump, thermostat, timing belt, valve cover gasket. The...
• Re: FS '88 Get-away-van (hi top) Victoria BC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 3 Mar 2013 15:52:15 -0800
  ...Looks to me like the kitchen area would be cramped but maybe the lack of insulation would help. Please don't go to any...
• VW Parts for sale from pnw.forsale
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 8 Feb 95 09:50 PST
  ...100.00 -2 1/2 inch Drop spindles (Station 1) and disk break kit. I will include a dual circut master cylinder, lines and...
• Re: 094 5 Speed kit
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 30 Dec 2016 19:11:40 -0800
  ...094 5 Speed kit > > > > Hi Jason, > > I use a 0.73 ratio 5th gear from Weddle on my 86 vanagon 094 > > transaxle and it...
• Debunking GoWesty!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
  Sat, 2 Sep 2006 09:48:02 -0700
  ...1) Aircooled Westfalias - According to them they last 90k miles before requiring a rebuild. How many here can easily claim they are wrong here...
• Re: Vanagon Carat - 1991
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:52:45 -0500
  ...No brake caliper rebuild kits however. > > An immediate project is to replace/repair the driver and passenger electric > windows. The driver window operator motor...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - wayout
  Thu, 22 Feb 2001 20:46:22 -0800
  ...I feel like having a burbon when I realize that the kit costs $3600 + Shipping. Not necessarily overpriced I guess, but just a little...
• Re: vanagon Digest Huffer motor post
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 18 May 2007 18:14:14 -0700
  ...I will have > to > > do some further research, but I've seen mention of aftermarket kits and > > parts available for 1.8L Turbo VW...
• Re: U Joint Advice
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Thu, 15 Apr 1999 09:06:09 -0700
  ...Then a thought ran through my > mind, If VW is > > >rebuilding them Why cant I?? > > > So I did some research with the Drive axle...
• Re: CV Boots spun off again ?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:30:01 -0700
  ...boot on left axle > on 85 auto,I used a lobro kit that came with these crimp clips to hold the > small end of...
• Re: AGM group 41 battery choices?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 3 Jul 2013 17:52:56 -0500
  ...I received that discount on my recent battery purchase and a carb rebuild kit for my Aircooled VW. > >> > >> Sent from my iPhone > >> > >> On Jul...
• Re: A/C tranny in my na diesel!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 27 Oct 2012 20:58:07 -0700
  ...I > found a turbo kit for about$ 500.00 which includes turbo,down pipe,intake > and exhaust manifolds but would have to get a...
• Re: Vanagons and part
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 2 Sep 2009 11:08:20 -0700
  ...garage and get that rebuild or replaced with a Zetec." And i'm gonna be high as a kite by then "Mr. Feddish, your...
• burned valves or bad lifter? How to tell?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Tue, 7 Oct 2003 15:04:31 -0700
  ...Also, I have a spare engine gasket set which I was saving for another engine rebuild, but I am willing to use it. Here...
• Re: Problem with push rod tube seals?
  Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
  Tue, 28 Jun 2016 11:57:38 -0700
  ...On 6/27/2016 7:17 PM, den jolliffe wrote: > I'm totally with you on OE parts being re-used on a rebuild...
• Re: Propane tank
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 6 Jul 2016 13:57:40 -0500
  ...to the quality of the rebuild. The future should hold 16" rims with appropriate tires, big brake kit for all wheels. It got a...
• San Diego Craigslist...anybody tried this Vanagon shop?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sat, 6 Feb 2010 09:46:52 -0800
  ...bearings, and control arm bushings *Interior restoration including upholstery deep cleaning, kitchen area hardwood flooring installation, and new Sew Fine carpeting *Complete brake system...
• Re: HEAD JOB
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 7 Feb 2000 21:48:48 EST
  ...I have a List special on 2.1l Vanagon heads, new for $375 and my German engine gasket kits that come with both the...
• VW History - revival
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Fri, 25 Dec 2009 16:14:08 -0800
  ...to rebuild the country. Which they also repaid in time. The VW factory was very badly damaged. It used to be a new factory...
• Very special expedition Syncro for sale in the US
  Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
  Mon, 7 Jun 2010 16:32:00 +0200
  ...The engine is totally rebuild in January 2010. The engine is very strong and reliable and it is easy to get parts for it...
• Re: Vanagons and part
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 2 Sep 2009 15:43:25 -0700
  ...garage and get that rebuild or replaced with a Zetec." And i'm gonna be high as a kite by then "Mr. Feddish, your...
• Re: Bosch Service Media
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 8 Feb 2000 12:22:10 -0800
  ...Typically, if the motor is worn and needs rebuilding, the pump is ready for rebuilding as well. I doubt very much if diesel oil...
• Weber carb (was Re: Tuning Problems)
  Historical mailing list - Brian Wilson
  Thu, 07 Apr 1994 11:27:10 -0700
  ...The rebuild kits ar e about > >$10, and easy to do. You will need a few new jets though. I'll look Nope, they...
• HVLP paint guns
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Wed, 20 Nov 1996 23:00:44 -0500
  ...time to finally own one I can get different nozzels and rebuild kits for. I'm touching up a ding in the Corrado this...
• Re: Opinions Please
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
  Sat, 20 Jan 2007 21:09:37 +0000
  ...any other part recommended to go along with a rebuild, injectors, motor mounts, hose kit, whatever. I spent a forture, still had lots of...
• Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 12:01:03 -0800
  ...Starter (Go Westy gear reduction) Alternator Alternator wiring to starter (Go Westy kit) Grounds: Cleaned connections in engine compartment, replaced battery ground strap and...
• Slider door hinge info
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 3 Mar 2021 21:35:17 -0500
  ...Hi Gene, I’d love the information about how to get it apart and rebuild.. In my case the spring might even be good...
• Re: Dead Bus Report
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 3 Mar 1997 18:30:53 +0000
  ...or maybe for sale, and 4-5 NOS VW T1 rebuild gasket kits, one in a 60's?? vintage blue and white logo box...
• Re: I found a cheap weekender, also looking for conversion info:-)
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Thu, 20 Sep 2001 11:26:28 -0700
  ...When >the time comes to rebuild or retire, I think I'd like to put a conversion >in >it. I know a lot of...
• Re: has anyone seen July 2003 VWT?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 18 May 2003 12:00:55 -0700
  ...Run it at least 10,000 miles before you change to synthetics. ----------------------- Stan Wilder This will give you a good start on the rebuild...
• (2) 87 Vanagons 2.1L auto FOR SALE SOON w/lots of new and extra parts
  Historical mailing list - will hansen
  Thu, 18 Mar 2004 15:16:34 -0800
  ...I want to sell everything as a "kit" :-). I imagine that the person who is interested in this "kit", wouldn't mind putting stuff...
• Gowesty Stainless Exhaust
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Wed, 1 May 2013 13:51:54 -0700
  ...Nothing like the > Dansk pipes I have dealt with before b > The kit is made to fit both Syncro and > 2wd so their tucked...
• Re: Fast German will fix...don't do it
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 10:46:17 -0800
  ...parts, mostly engine parts (bearings, seals, gaskets, motor mounts, engine hardware kits etc.). They never got back to me, had had the van for...
• Re: 1.9L Stuff for sale
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:40:34 -0700
  ...as well as good used heads bearings, rebuild kits >>> etc. Etc. also will > part with >>> 1 good used trans. >>> new 2.1 water pump...
• Re: Vanagon Carat - 1991
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:58:07 -0700
  ...No brake caliper rebuild kits however. > > An immediate project is to replace/repair the driver and passenger electric > windows. The driver window operator motor...
• Re: head seal replacement
  Historical mailing list - Randy Huyck
  Thu, 6 Feb 2003 20:43:14 -0800
  ...I've got an 87 half camper with 195,000 miles and a Canadian VW rebuild that's supposedly about 40-50,000 miles...
• Re: 1990 waterboxer heads - a popular topic....
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Fri, 6 Oct 2000 22:39:00 -0700
  ...The cost of new heads here in > > Canada is about $590 each for the AMC ones - plus you gotta buy the gasket > > kits. That...
• Re: Front Suspension Lifespan
  Historical mailing list - Pete O
  Thu, 14 Mar 2019 11:03:56 -0400
  ...Also >> went >> > with the GoWesty big brake and hub kit. This will go with the Van Cafe >> 16" >> > Carrot wheels and AT Grabbers. Looking...
• Re: Shifter Problem
  Historical mailing list - Paul Connelly
  Thu, 14 May 2009 16:52:31 -0600
  ...I would repair > your shifter by rebuilding it with all new bushings. We have this as a kit > through our site if you need...
• Re: Power steering pump rebuild kit?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:52:48 -0500
  In truth, a mechanic did confirm the noise is from the pump. BUT - Yesterday, I had two guys stand by my van - one at...
• Re: rebuild tranny when changing clutch?
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Mon, 22 Jan 2007 20:27:50 -0500
  ...When I removed the tranny I found that the rivets in the clutch plate failed and had reverted it into a clutch plate "kit...
• Re: Odometer starts and stops
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 6 Dec 2004 08:24:38 -0800
  Where do you buy this rebuild kit and what's in it? My trip meter works now. My main odometer doesn't work. Also...
• Re: Sticking front calipers
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Sun, 1 Apr 2007 08:53:11 -0700
  ...I have ordered caliper rebuild kits, but they won't arrive before my next 1000km trip. Is there anything I can do to improve...
• Re: Rings? New engine?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Jun 2004 22:13:10 -0400
  ...My question to rest of the vanagon people > is about general rebuilds. > > First, I was surprised to see symptoms that look like rings, when...
• Re: Natural gas
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 23:26:28 -0500
  ...It >> took a special carburetor as I recall or maybe it was a conversion kit. If you >> ran out of natural gas( called LNG...
• Re: Thermostat for Dometic Fridge (fan), where to find?
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Tue, 13 Jun 2000 09:52:11 -0700
  ...I also used > a free re-build kit from Manchester to repair the auto-stop > valve on the LP > tank, what nice folks to...
• Re: Tiico Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Karin Baker & Raymond Paquette
  Wed, 31 Oct 2007 20:39:07 -0400
  ...That's a > shame > because the engine replacement kits are very reasonably priced and you'd > think that going with what is in the...
• Re: Engine Replacement Options
  Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
  Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:55:54 -0500
  ...cost > 1800-2800 plus my labor > > 2) used 2.2, smallcar parts kit. I have a neighbor with a 92 legacy > that could part...
• Re: Piston question...
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 16 Sep 2003 15:51:54 EDT
  ...I guess Chinese quality has now surpased even the Brazilians. (eyebrows raising) "....Ideal for use with our K&N Filter, Exhaust Kit, Rocker Kits...
• Re: Electric windows
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Mon, 17 Oct 2016 08:30:16 -0700
  ...And while I was at it I installed the GW window switches kit. > > > Oh, where did the window regulator fail? Just as I pulled...
• Re: Engine alternative (inline four) a bit long
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:41:27 -0700
  ...I'm sure you'd have enough fun rebuilding whatever engine with stock parts. Still, the SportTuned kit looks interesting. I imagine the cc...
• Questions About Adding Diff Lock To Non-Lockers
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Sun, 10 Nov 2002 14:26:01 -0500
  ...Darrell at AA says he'll do it for $500 over >the price of a rebuild; Weddle is something like $400, but >their rebuild...
• Re: 094 5 Speed kit
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sat, 31 Dec 2016 07:53:05 -0400
  ...094 5 Speed kit >>> >>> Hi Jason, >>> I use a 0.73 ratio 5th gear from Weddle on my 86 vanagon 094 >>> transaxle and it...