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• friday wierdness: Volkswaffe
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 11 May 2012 01:52:40 -0400
  i think vanagons would have packed a better payload... _recently discovered disturbing German war footage: fake or fiction? - YouTube_ (http://www.youtube.com/watch...
• Re: Friday moderation discussion - Handovers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 26 Mar 2011 20:43:36 -0400
  >Speaking as a listmember... >Unca Joel. He left...dunno, six months ago maybe? I'm not good with time. Ten months or so, actually...
• Headlights - NAPA
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 31 Dec 2005 14:07:38 -0800
  Last week there was some discussion about a NAPA headlight with a 2 for 1 offer. Please remind me what the model name was...
• Re: 85 Westy stumbling?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Hosage
  Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:41:35 EDT
  The idle position sensor does click on opening up full throttle. ************************************** Get a sneak peak of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol...
• awning alternative
  Historical mailing list - pepperd
  Thu, 29 May 2008 17:15:46 -0700
  great price..saw one at the rhythm and roots fest last summer...but only medium at discount price http://tiny.cc/tdrcb peace don...
• Re: Heh -- I'm such a ninnyhammer
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 4 Aug 2008 11:16:10 -0400
  At 07:16 AM 8/4/2008 -0700, Mike Elliott wrote: >Some comments to the below: > >>>That said, your situation with disconnecting the O2...
• Re: ARRRGGGHHH Re: Tantalum capacitors to stop blinking temp LED
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:23:10 -0700
  It's just as eggheady as my the camping discussions are to me. My GF's idea of camping is a standard room in...
• Re: emergency brake doesn't work well?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 26 Nov 2002 22:47:53 -0500
  ...My Honda has 4-wheel disc brakes, but instead of using the center of the rear disc as a drum they made the handbrake...
• Re: Happy Friday and a possible list option.
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 5 Jul 2024 13:55:31 +0000
  ...Looking for forum and discussion groups I found many. I have joined 2 including this one. https://www.irv2.com/forums/ This looks like...
• Re: Peel and Seal
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 09:00:40 -0700
  dear shiny side out "this" at Lowes ... "the stuff that was discussed" everyone seems to be in the know but moi ... what is "the...
• Re: 1.9l Heads needed
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 23 Feb 1997 10:12:57 -0800
  ...So how about a discourse on your valve seats and Vanagon engine problems and all? Many past times there have been discussions on the...
• Re: Butt marks on door jam!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 28 Nov 2000 22:15:50 +1200
  >OK, you want discussion? I'll give you discussion! > >When I get out of my van, I place my left hand on the panel...
• Re: Towing an automatic bus
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 4 Sep 2001 20:12:39 +1200
  ...Some automatics (eg GM Powerglides) can be towed without disconnecting driveshafts; my Corvair/Powerglide-kitted T2 could be tow-started! Andrew Grebneff 165 Evans...
• Re: Speaking of Humorous---
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 11 Jan 2002 20:57:57 -0700
  ...you guys want to > crack a window and let some of that smoke out of the car? >> > > I thought this was a medical discussion...
• Re: HELP! '81 cratered on the way to work this morning... (addendum)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 19 Feb 2003 08:12:13 -0800
  ...Earlier, it turned off on its own, but I > disconnected the battery just in case. Also, all the visible fuses in the > fuse panel...
• Vanagon Tires Database
  Historical mailing list - Tim
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 19:38:58 -0400
  ...What do you think? Any additional data fields? After some discussion, I will provide data format and instructions on how to get the information...
• WOW! Bentley discussions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 15 Feb 2004 18:02:49 -0800
  ...While poking around Bentley's site I stumbled upon their "Discussions". WOW! It looks like they took a lesson from their visit to the...
• Technical info (not for the squeamish) for recent discussions on engine performance
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 12:11:12 -0600
  As this discussion is now running in multiple lists I am sending it to all. My apologies to those getting it three times. I...
• Re: tiico kits
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:21:24 EST
  ...the dollar. > > > The auction is worth a read just for the discription. > > > I couldn't agree more. > > > > > > http://tinyurl.com/tiico > > > > > What I want...
• Re: AFM symptom? Won't Start After Being Off for +1 min.
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Tue, 27 Jan 2004 09:58:02 -0800
  ...Neither does disconnecting the Cold Enrichment Switch (new). So, I have to rule those out. The Idle Stabilizer also checked out fine in my...
• Re: Michelin Tire Sale at Costco - $60-$80 discount per set
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
  Sat, 9 Aug 2008 21:33:47 -0700
  ...Michelin Tire Sale at Costco - $60-$80 discount per set I think you got lucky, as my Costco did not have those tires & said...
• Re: [Fwd: ADMINISTRIVIA - Re: Ubuntu]
  Historical mailing list - Mary Haynes
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 20:25:52 -0800
  ...If you'd like to discuss operating systems, please either take it pmail or go to the *nix discussion group of your choice. Nine...
• Re: Was Stutter and Low Batt-Now Battery Drain
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 8 May 2010 07:47:15 -0700
  ...You check this by disconnecting one of the battery cables, preferably the ground, setting your multimeter to it's highest amperage setting (usually 10...
• Fire Suppression Solutions
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 3 Aug 2004 10:58:12 -0500
  ...Additionally, there was plumbing on the ceiling with discharge points into the room. This plumbing was connected to a bank of Halon cylinders, each...
• Re: Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
  Thu, 10 Jan 2002 08:54:03 -0800
  Late to the discussion, I know, but this is the one main problem I have with my van. I've been running with my...
• Re: Alternator not charging/ solenoid meltdown
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 23 Feb 2000 04:08:29 +0100
  I also seem to remember strict warnings (cant remember where) that you must never ever disconnect the battery when the engine is running. I...
• Re: why I discourage people from buying vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Mon, 4 Jul 2016 17:36:43 -0400
  To clarify, the folks I usually discourage are those who stop me in a parking lot or at a campground really enthusiastic about wanting...
• Re: Auto trans operating test help?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 11 Nov 2012 02:10:24 -0500
  This should make for an interesting discussion. The transmission does not have any coast/release/glide capability in its design. If there is any...
• Re: Batteries (I was delusional)
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Thu, 9 Feb 1995 14:41:39 -0800 (PST)
  ...As > I understand it, during the charge/discharge cycle of the battery an oxide > develops on the plates, and without a complete discharge ocassionally...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 7 Apr 1997 10:12:54 -0700
  > Malcolm I think the outside cv boots with disc brake applications need to > withstand a lot of heat.Some Ford products use different material...
• Re: Question About ECU Programing
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 31 Oct 2003 00:25:41 EST
  ...I'm planning on a long trip at highway speeds and > conditions, so just before I pull onto the freeway I stop, disconnect the...
• temp II sensor (syncro)
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Thu, 16 Oct 2003 13:53:05 -0400
  ...equipment, then disconnect the tII sensor, bring engine to 2000-2500 rpm then check timing.  well, as soon as i disconnect TII the...
• Re: Understanding Amp Hours
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Thu, 22 Jun 2006 09:25:51 -0700
  ...you don't want to discharge a battery* more than 20 to 50 percent. "Deep cycle" batteries are exactly that: they are designed for...
• Re: Tires, 195R14 and no debate
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Fri, 5 Apr 2013 10:09:45 -0600
  Searched for Tires in Brevard,NC ~ there are 5 tire stores there but if you want DiscountTire there is 1 in Asheville & 1 in...
• Temp Gauge High on Startup + Blinking Light
  Historical mailing list - Camins Bretts
  Tue, 3 May 2011 17:07:10 -0700
  ...on but not starting, or > Disconnect either water temp sensor, or both (cycling the ECU each variation), or > Disconnect, clean, and re-connect the...
• Re: it's Friday, she blew the microwave up
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:11:20 -0700
  ...Thanks for the interesting discussion, the great explanation of 'why' and the idea of making the trip to the Grand Canyon (south rim) again...
• Re: ARRRGGGHHH Re: Tantalum capacitors to stop blinking temp LED
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:32:19 -0400
  ...and decided that it's perfectly legitimate > technical discussion, just the same as any discussion of mechanical > bits. Anyone not interested is encouraged to...
• Re: Sin
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 18:08:24 -0230
  Is this a vanagon list or an etymology list? Is today Friday? Not that I have ANY objection to this discussion at all - I...
• Re: MODERATOR Re: Tire ongoing discussions
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:04:25 -0400
  ...and a flux capacitor working parallel with my solar panels... well, you get the point. -- Chris S. Disclaimer: "Death and serious injury may occur"
• Re: 88* Pre-ignition problems
  Historical mailing list - Harley Thomas
  Tue, 20 Aug 1996 08:37:49 +-200
  ...Yes, the timing was set correctly according to the official VW workshop = manual (crank case ventilation removed and plugged, idling stabilisor = disconnected, leads from...
• air conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Bob Berkemer
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 19:50:35 -0500
  ...They discussed the brand of the units and detailed the installation. I'll also keep you at the top of my "sell the air...
• Propane Leak
  Historical mailing list - David Higginbotham
  Tue, 2 Dec 1997 15:41:33 -0500
  ...The archives from 94-95 discuss a problem getting a replacement however there was some recent discussion concerning this problem for which I could...
• Fw: Not a Kodak moment
  Historical mailing list - moon
  Fri, 5 Feb 1999 13:18:29 -0500
  ...i think that along with being stopped for no reason, this type of discussion actually could in some way be construed to tie in...
• Re: Waterboxer hop-up vs. swap
  Historical mailing list - davidb
  Wed, 10 Mar 1999 11:19:28 -0800
  ...Extensive discussions were discussed here about a year ago. Look through the archives to see if you can find them. davidb Eric Pickering wrote...
• Shade Tree Gas Tank vent repair?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 11:10:50 -0500
  ...He added a few tabs under the hole, kept the old steel discs and sheetmetal screwed the discs back in place and siliconed any...
• Re: Kirkland Vanagon Tires Discontinued!
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Mon, 17 Sep 2001 11:00:05 -0700
  ...our '81's---they were "slow sellers, and have just > been > discontinued"..... The manager did a computer check that showed a > set or > two...
• Wider Tires?
  Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
  Sun, 6 Jan 2002 20:18:41 -0800
  ...find a lot of discussion on various brands and models of tires for a Vanagon or Westy, but little discussion on pros and cons...
• Electrical checks
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Tue, 17 Sep 2002 21:19:30 -0400
  ...OK, well it says to disconnect all wires so it makes sense that you would not damage any "eceltronic" items. BUT then on page28...
• Clutch Judder
  Historical mailing list - Don Bolt
  Sun, 22 Dec 2002 21:16:08 -0500
  ...I did disconnect the shift rod and hung it up with the stud removed from the trans. Yes, it was the pilot shaft needle...
• political discussions (was Re: Diesel in Utah
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sat, 11 Mar 2006 19:08:40 -0500
  Can this discussion please stop NOW? It's way off topic and I really don't want to hear anyone else's opinions. If...
• Re: Bearings or moronic PO
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 31 Dec 2006 14:05:26 -0800
  ...It sounded like a real headache. > > Sounds like a discussion about getting the nut loose. > > > > Rob > becida@comcast.net > > With a '91 Subaru 2...
• Re: Gowesty Discounts
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 24 May 2017 12:13:08 -0400
  Like! Chris Dnia 23.05.2017 o godz. 23:35 Karl Mullendore <tdiguru@WESTYVENTURES.COM> napisał(a): > Why not buy from a vendor that...
• Re: Riddle me this about Vanagon dash wiring gremlin
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 1 Jan 2016 08:37:48 -0600
  More discussion on this? Jim > > Being an 83 the harness from the alternator is the first thing that needs to be upgraded Dennis
• Re: Oil Suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:37:11 -0400
  ...and lots of cool, geeky, tech info: http://micapeak.com/info/oiled.html Mmmm... polymers.... -- Chris S. Disclaimer: "Death and serious injury may occur"
• Re: Best Way To Remove Old Westfalia Decal?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 6 Apr 2009 08:36:23 -0600
  Loren, By the way, if you want to use my disc you're welcome to. I can mail it to you. Bob Salt Lake
• (fwd) Parting out '74 Van
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Sat, 30 Dec 1995 07:26:43 -0800
  ...Loads of disclaimers, as usual. Tobin --------------------------------------------
• Link to Article on Additives
  Historical mailing list - Leif
  Fri, 20 Nov 1998 10:06:09 -0700
  This article is pretty good in discussing additives http://www.ll.net/spider/snake.htm Leif Paulsen '86 Syncro GL "Thor" Take a Liking...
• Re: Worst Cars
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Sat, 1 Jan 2000 13:41:16 -0700
  Since we're discussing worst cars, best cars, and non-USA list members, thought I'd offer this on USA car culture: http://www...
• sticker discussion in the chatroom
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 29 Mar 2000 09:07:41 -0700
  Just that. I'm in there if anyone want to talk about reviving the sticker question. Ken, you are welcome and invited to join...
• The best engine conversion :)
  Historical mailing list - Phil Walker
  Mon, 26 Feb 2001 23:52:22 -0700
  This guy opted for a conversion I have yet to see discussed on the list. http://members.nbci.com/evalbum/177.html Phil W...