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Re: Overseas travel questions, especially for Britain
Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
Thu, 25 Apr 2002 00:23:34 +0200
...in an open compound) once it arrives. Do any > of you have thoughts or experiences to share about this? Also, we're in > Vancouver...
Re: POR15 Undercoat (long)
Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
Mon, 20 Jan 2003 19:11:11 +0100
...they suggest preparing the surface with their product called Metal-Ready, which as far as I can tell is a strong acid etching compound...
Adding Dometic Fans by Bill Davidson
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Tue, 27 Apr 1999 08:42:49 -0700
...thermo switch after I removed and reinstalled it with heat sink compound (from Radio Shack). I also found that the original thermo switch mounting...
Re: fitting 205/70R14 on 14 X 5.5 wheels?
Historical mailing list - Jack R
Sat, 16 Sep 2017 14:50:01 -0400
...Falken mentions winter capabilities so maybe the tread compound is different. They come from the same molds. Made in Thailand. A few years ago...
Re: WD-40....Fact or Fiction?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:53:28 -0500
...It's three quarters volatiles, including 50% by weight so-called VOCs, or regulated Volatile Organic Compounds. Long-time experience is that it doesn...
Re: Installing Fuel Filter on an 88 Cant get filter out!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:12:04 -0700
...called 'anti-seize compound' . For a typical shop or person things just changing the part out is the job. believe me.. just 'changing the...
Re: Installing Fuel Filter on an 88 Cant get filter out!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:13:45 -0700
...on Earth very much .. >>> particularly on vanagon fasteners .. >>> called 'anti-seize compound' . >>> >>> For a typical shop or person things just changing the part out...
Re: New tires
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:45:02 -0500
...The rubber compound that gives a snow tire its extra grip > >> also wears faster, so you'll chew through tires faster than if you...
Re: 87 Vanagon: installing VDO oil pressure and temperature
Historical mailing list
Wed, 29 May 96 11:05:25 PST
...Be sure to replace these with new exhaust-grade bolts and use anti-seize compound. There is an oil pressure switch mounted on the...
Bad Tiico's and Good Samaritans (story)
Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
Tue, 21 Jan 2003 10:38:42 EST
...Two roads after the pavement ended, we were at Bill's compound. I felt a lot better when I saw his place. He had...
Re: vanagon difficulty
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:06:27 -0400
...Definitely compounded by German vs American expectations about a) actually knowing the maintenance schedule and b) keeping it rigidly. And what we're all...
Re: Bad plastic(s)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 3 Feb 2011 10:38:42 -0800
...those door handles you mention are of a related > polyethylene-containing compound, and the ones in Millee's Sally - a > New Mexico van - look...
Re: quick and dirty head swap-dennis' 2 cents.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 22 May 2013 22:03:26 -0400
...While the cylinders are out I also use them with some lapping compound the clean the heads where the cylinders have to seal. You...
Re: I rather drive the Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
Wed, 11 Jun 2014 08:41:42 -0600
...slightly uphill, right? > > Worse in reverse, but even in my almost compound low first gear 5sp and > > super careful clutch modulation, unless I have...
Oil plug drain repair.
Historical mailing list - mark keller
Sat, 6 Dec 1997 12:42:41 -0400
...this anyway to prepare the hole for the Loctite thread lock compound. The other thing is to park on level ground so that the...
Re: Oil Drain Hole Stripped: 91 Westy: Solutions Needed
Historical mailing list - Erik O
Mon, 11 May 1998 14:39:27 -0400
...this anyway to prepare the hole for the Loctite thread lock compound. The other thing is to park on level ground so that the...
Adding Dometic Fans by Bill Davidson
Historical mailing list - Marshall
Sat, 8 Jun 2002 22:21:37 -0500
...thermo switch after I removed and > reinstalled it with heat sink compound (from Radio Shack). I also found > that the original thermo switch mounting...
Re: repost: studded snowtire test
Historical mailing list
8 Nov 1994 11:50:16 GMT
...The cause for the tire losing some of its studs could be that they've tried a rubber mixture with soft friction compounds. We...
Re: gas prices? change quickly? vanagon content. :)
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:28:31 -0500
...folks up at the > airbase and bringing them back to their compound. and as > time went on, i got used to them .. the aussies...
Re: Bad Tiico's and Good Samaritans (story)
Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
Tue, 21 Jan 2003 11:38:21 -0500
...Two roads after the pavement ended, we were at > Bill's compound. I felt a lot better when I saw his place. He had...
Re: S'not Tires
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 9 Jan 2013 13:51:28 -0800
...way way mo' betta than 'snow tires.' It's not just the tread pattern , it's the rubber compound too. some Kailfornia tire chains...
Re: S'not Tires
Historical mailing list - Tom Stone
Wed, 9 Jan 2013 21:30:08 -0500
...It's not just the tread pattern , it's the rubber compound too. > > some Kailfornia tire chains stories - > They get nervous about idiots spinning...
Re: Comments on plastic repair/Epoxies in General(a little long)
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Wed, 7 Feb 2007 12:24:15 -0600
...The Plastic Welder series of adhesives are based on a compound call methyl-methacrolate and yes it does stink. If you are unsure of...
second propane tank with links (long)
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Thu, 5 May 2005 23:27:20 -0700
...BE SURE TO PUT THE FLARE NUT ON BEFORE FLARING! For most of the connections, I used Lasco brand Teflon Pipe Compound, rather than...
Re: Vanagon Tire Guidelines Report
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Mon, 3 Oct 2005 22:05:11 -0700
...nice modern car tires with modern tread > design and a modern compound. VW put larger and wider rims on their later Eurovans - and did...
Re: 1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 2 Sep 2010 15:00:45 -0700
...Part of that, as I wrote yesterday is people not protecting cooling system bolt thrads with either anti-seize compound or gasket sealer on...
Re: Dometic Improvements Adding Fans
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Mon, 26 Apr 1999 20:55:34 -0700
...thermo switch after I removed and reinstalled it with heat sink compound (from Radio Shack). I also found that the original thermo switch mounting...
Re: 1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 1 Sep 2010 18:14:48 -0700
...long bolts get stuck and corroded ( since no one , apparently, covers them generously in anti-seize compound like they should ) ....so 1.9 t...
Ultimate Fix #2
Historical mailing list - Alpha Auto Sales
Fri, 19 Oct 2001 15:26:33 -0700
...bubbles, hopefully all of them will rise there and escape, is compounded by the filler being lower than the bleeder making the coolant naturally...
Re: AC convert
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sun, 16 Apr 2006 22:09:18 -0700
...You can put these compounds in your car if you choose to... not gonna affect me any. I have two issues here: One, people...
Re: 1.9l alternator bracket query
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 10 Dec 2010 16:46:29 -0800
...can get it. >>I would also use some form of bedding compound .. >>some filler/isolator material to fill the gap between bracket and >>misshapen...
Locked rear axles...
Historical mailing list
Sat, 13 Apr 96 00:42 CDT
...rear; the extra traction capacity afforded by the locker is effectively compounded by the unequal weight distribution. NOW. I told you all that so...
Turbo Audi 3A Project Update: Scavenger Pumps
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Thu, 4 Oct 2001 02:56:45 EDT
...This was also a big problem compounded by the need to put the turbo in its correct physical location. I have been playing around...
Re: 1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Wed, 1 Sep 2010 18:34:36 -0700
...corroded ( since no one , apparently, covers them > generously in anti-seize compound like they should ) ....so 1.9 t-stat > housings break sometimes.. > the...
Re: Smoke after head replacement
Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:58:05 -0500
...I pull the cylinders > and use lapping compound and turn them into the heads to get both surfaces > polished up ready to seal. Proper...
CONFIRM vanagon
Historical mailing list - Ryan Alfonso
Mon, 22 May 2023 13:35:44 -0700
...It smells of VOC - Volatile Organ= > ic Compounds, suggesting the polymer is dissolved in an oil distillate. It'= > s harsher on the hands than...
Re: Ultimate Fix #2
Historical mailing list - Matt F
Fri, 19 Oct 2001 21:38:49 -0400
...bubbles, > hopefully all of them will rise there and escape, is compounded by the filler > being lower than the bleeder making the coolant naturally...
Re: Comments on plastic repair/Epoxies in General(a little long)
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 7 Feb 2007 12:46:02 -0600
...The Plastic Welder series of > adhesives are based on a compound call methyl-methacrolate and yes > it does stink. If you are unsure of...
Re: Ultimate Fix #2
Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
Fri, 19 Oct 2001 15:45:09 -0700
...bubbles, >hopefully all of them will rise there and escape, is compounded by the >filler >being lower than the bleeder making the coolant naturally...
Fw: Dometic
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Tue, 18 Aug 1998 09:29:26 -0700
...thermo switch after I removed and > reinstalled it with heat sink compound (from Radio Shack). I also found > that the original thermo switch mounting...
Fw: Dometic Fridge Fans
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Mon, 5 Jul 1999 21:58:05 -0700
...thermo switch after I removed and >reinstalled it with heat sink compound (from Radio Shack). I also found >that the original thermo switch mounting...
Re: gas prices? change quickly? vanagon content. :)
Historical mailing list - Mike
Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:04:12 -0400
...folks up at the >> airbase and bringing them back to their compound. and as >> time went on, i got used to them .. the aussies...
Re: Registering in Oregon?
Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
Mon, 26 May 2008 16:41:21 -0700
...decaffeinated coffee drinks cause that anxiety, so there's some other compound responsible. Scientists are baffled. I'm just glad that there is a...
Re: CONFIRM vanagon
Historical mailing list - Steven Brower
Mon, 22 May 2023 16:41:41 -0400
...It smells of VOC - Volatile Organ= >> ic Compounds, suggesting the polymer is dissolved in an oil distillate. It'= >> s harsher on the hands than...
Re: Newbie Oil Question (Facts added)(long)
Historical mailing list - Subject: Re: Newbie Oil Question (Facts added)(long)
2 Apr 92 19:33:31 GMT
...All engine oils use an organic Zinc compound as an extreme pressure/anti wear additive. Spectro adds more to their Motorcycle oil than to...
Re: CONFIRM vanagon
Historical mailing list - Ryan Alfonso
Mon, 22 May 2023 13:46:50 -0700
...It smells of VOC - Volatile Organ= >>> ic Compounds, suggesting the polymer is dissolved in an oil distillate. It'= >>> s harsher on the hands than...
Re: '86 Westy coolant questions
Historical mailing list - Karen Doherty
Fri, 6 Apr 2012 11:12:19 -0400
...will not sense the coolant to turn > on the fan further compounding the problem. > > As for checking-adding coolant, there are two reservoirs, the...
CA new gas formula info
Historical mailing list
27 May 97 08:45:30 PDT
...Reports indicate that it is the additive responsible for removing the compounds in fuel hoses responsible for preventing leaks. Independent Tests: MPG Test The...
Re: AMC heads (part 2)
Historical mailing list - benoit
Tue, 31 Oct 2006 22:39:38 -0500
...Very fine > grinding compound in a moderate lubricant was applied lightly to the > valve face, and then with the head at the right angle...
Re: Start Idle Issue
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:41:47 -0700
...If the right plug is installed, with correct plug gap, and anti-seize compound on the threads, and torqued properly ....... a 'tune up' is...
Re: Wanted: Pete Catlett and Fridge Fan
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Mon, 24 Apr 2000 07:48:59 -0700
...thermo switch after I removed and reinstalled it with heat sink compound (from Radio Shack). I also found that the original thermo switch mounting...
Re: Trip Report: Detlef has Left Utah & is Safely in Maine
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Wed, 7 Mar 2012 17:28:49 -0800
...Don't use them in summer as they are a soft compound that wears fast in hot weather I am told. Daryl of AA...
Maby a few ideas?? RE: Rusty Gas Tank. HELP!
Historical mailing list - Joe L.
Sat, 11 Mar 2000 10:09:43 -0500
...forming....a good product is by Fuller Obrien Paint...called slushing compound...its the same stuff that ya buy as fuel tank sealer...it...
Re: A response from Prestone about Stainless Steel Pipes
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Tue, 2 Nov 2010 14:33:05 -0400
...This does not impact pH derived corrosive attack, plasticizer leaching from polymer hoses, inversion of vulcanization reactions due to sulfur extraction from rubber compounds...
Re: AMC heads (part 2)
Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
Tue, 31 Oct 2006 21:46:49 -0700
...Very fine >> grinding compound in a moderate lubricant was applied lightly to the >> valve face, and then with the head at the right angle...
Re: CONFIRM vanagon
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 22 May 2023 21:20:47 +0000
...It smells of VOC - Volatile Organ= >>> ic Compounds, suggesting the polymer is dissolved in an oil distillate. It'= >>> s harsher on the hands than...
Re: Exhausting work.... Advice solicited.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 20 Jul 2008 13:01:47 -0700
...other tricks- it only helps some, but assemble things with copper-based anti-seize compound. It 'might' come apart easier later. Always paint all...
Improved Voltage Regulator (more volts) For Vanagon
Historical mailing list
Wed, 27 Dec 1995 11:41:15 -0500
...The situation is compounded by frequent winchings and use of the 12 volt chain saw to clear trees across the road. A lot of...
Re: vanagon difficulty
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:26:10 -0700
...partly > because) the > VW hoses are of incredibly high quality.� Definitely > compounded by > German vs American expectations about a) actually knowing > the > maintenance schedule...
Re: Smoke after head replacement
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:40:38 -0800
...I pull the > cylinders > and use lapping compound and turn them into the heads to get both surfaces > polished up ready to seal. Proper...