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  • Re: AC Charge Question80
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Thu, 5 Jul 2001 16:06:13 -0700
    the autofrost technical information (using acrobat) states that R134a is a single compound (not a mixture). It states that R134a is HFC while R12...
  • Re: Is it time for a Tiico list?
    Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
    Sat, 8 Jun 2002 06:56:00 -0700
    ...I personally like to read all things technical that involve the type III. Threads not of interest are deleted. The earlier suggestion of adding...
  • Re: Alternator Deal.
    Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
    Tue, 29 Jul 2003 09:15:38 -0700
    ...Every unit is >technically a rebuilt Bosch, no matter who rebuilds it, because they are >all Bosch units originally. There are some rare exceptions...
  • Re: Someone have the part number for the universal O2 sensor?
    Historical mailing list - Steve D
    Wed, 3 Nov 2004 17:20:43 -0800
    At 05:05 PM 11/3/2004, Jim Thompson wrote: >Technically, Bosch does not offer a "universal" 3 wire sensor (at least one >doesn...
  • Re: The Value Of a Mechanic That Knows the Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 10 Oct 2008 21:05:10 -0700
    ...What is the technical term for 'air leaks in' that occur between the throttle plate and the air flow meter ? un measured intake air...
  • Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
    Sat, 7 May 2016 19:27:57 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> >> >> >> >> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> >> >> >> >> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: No start
    Historical mailing list - Grant Johnson
    Wed, 1 Jun 2016 17:55:06 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> >>> >>> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> >>> >>> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical < >>> http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Decal removal
    Historical mailing list - Mike B
    Sat, 4 May 2013 09:50:21 -0400
    ...On 5/4/2013 9:42 AM, Jeremy Stovin wrote: > > Another silly, non-technical question from a newbie. > > I have new Westfalia decals to...
  • Re: Vanagon exhaust diameter? + Custom exhaust fabrication questions.
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:29:38 -0700
    ...The collector > > itself (Jetta) has 1 5/8" pipes. > > > > The only real technical stumbling block right now, is that the > > collector will be shorter...
  • Autonomous Touareg (NVC)
    Historical mailing list - honemastert
    Thu, 19 May 2005 21:01:59 -0700
    ...QNX, Windows) Motivated, self-directed team player, self-starter with positive attitude and strong work ethic Ability to write and interpret technical specifications Flexible...
  • Re: Anyone seen Gowesty's Digifiant replacement?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 17 Jul 2018 22:03:00 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Fuel pressure too high
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 6 Mar 2018 14:09:14 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Where best to check my Westy water system?
    Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
    Sat, 20 Jan 2018 21:56:33 +0000
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: water pump bearing noise
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:15:33 -0600
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: AMV 188 000 02
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Sat, 23 Jul 2016 14:59:33 -0300
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: This Will Buff Out!
    Historical mailing list - T Collins
    Fri, 29 Apr 2016 14:45:16 -0400
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > > > > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > > > > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical < > > http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: 99 Wiper Relay Blows #16 "Term 58" Fuse?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 21 Jan 2015 19:28:22 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Fiat (no vanagon content)
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:27:58 -0400
    ...hear you but I want a four seater for the kids. Technically the 124 is a two-seater; the rear seat having been designated...
  • Re: Kombi? HA!
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 18 Jul 94 9:10:22 EDT
    ...It was much clearer (even though the English was indeed proper and good English, German is a clearer language for things technical). I might...
  • Re: tire load rating!
    Historical mailing list - GMBulley
    Tue, 12 May 1998 08:36:44 EDT
    ...with a little less rating, is so h0w much less. >> Jon-- Technically you CAN use a C, I wouldn't. For a couple of...
  • 87 Vanagon Crisis
    Historical mailing list - Bryan
    Thu, 15 Apr 1999 08:41:22 -0700
    ...mark ont the dipstick Engine sounds like crap (that's as technical as I can get) Do I have the dealer replace the heads...
  • old timers gone...
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Thu, 21 Jan 1999 19:27:45 -0800
    ...There seems to be little room for honest debate of even technical issues, let alone list issues. I sure will miss tim's wit...
  • Re: Trip reports
    Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
    Sat, 12 May 2001 11:56:35 -0500
    ...a third of the reason for > my belonging to this list. > > Technical articles are probably more important, but unless I'm the one who...
  • Re: I love Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
    Sat, 6 Dec 2014 18:19:10 -0400
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Opinions please
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Sun, 25 Dec 2005 12:43:21 -0700
    John, I would agree with Chris's comment. Technically it would be an infringement ... But if you keep it low key and don't...
  • Re: Vanagon Experiences vs. GTI Experiences Thus Far (no worthwhile content)
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Fri, 9 Mar 2007 18:29:09 -0600
    ...Not only are the > random > conversations here generally thoughtful and well-informed, but the > technical > information is second to none. it's the bus...
  • Re: looking for technical assistance in Wisconsin or Michigan/UP
    Historical mailing list - Aerowolf
    Wed, 8 Sep 2004 04:42:04 -0500
    ...I learned (almost) all I know from my roommate, who was getting technical input from his coworkers. :) -Kyle Hamilton On Tue, 7 Sep 2004...
  • Re: Rear Heater core leaking (help)!
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 29 Sep 1997 08:14:53 CDT
    ...VW Technical Information Group 80, Number 87-01 Date: July 31, 1987 Model(s): Water-cooled Vanagons, 1983-1985 Subject: Carpet wet by rear...
  • Re: Hightop in Croatian wreckers yard
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Sat, 29 Jul 2017 11:26:09 +0000
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Use 1.25" Semi Truck (Heater?) Hose for Main Coolant Hose?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 11 May 2017 09:40:30 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Spring Compressor
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 27 Mar 2015 09:58:36 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Tool Suggestion? Re: Rear Trailing Arm Replacement Fun!
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 20 Jan 2015 12:37:08 -0600
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • 84 GL rear passenger auxiliary heater
    Historical mailing list - Lionel Tun
    Sun, 22 Dec 1996 21:13:32 -0000
    ...I replaced the plastic tap and washer as per the Technical Bulletin. However there is now a bigger leak from elsewhere. The tech bulletins...
  • In Flight cooling sys. Tech. Tip
    Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
    Mon, 23 Sep 1996 23:56:10 -0400 (EDT)
    Here is a good technical tip! Here one for the record! I made a 4:00 am mad dash to work from my families...
  • K&N Air Filters
    Historical mailing list - Scott McDonell
    Mon, 13 Apr 1998 12:58:18 -0600
    ...these days, so please accept my apologies for posting the following technical questions. First, I've heard speak of K&N air filters for...
  • METALlineIndia.com
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 30 Sep 2000 15:32:44 +0530
    ...Customs tariff Updates / Govt Notification updates pertaining to imports - antidumping etc. **TECHNICAL UPDATES pertaining to new developments in the field of Iron & Steel as...
  • Re: Shifter Replacement Parts
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Fri, 6 Jul 2001 11:10:03 -0700
    ...By the way, if > y'all haven't noticed, Vanagon.com really has a lot of technical articles > organized right there! Just not the...
  • Re: Ceramic Engines
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Thu, 22 Aug 2002 09:01:17 -0700
    ...I read of it in NASA Tech Briefs back in the early eighties and it was a pretty awesome technical exercise. Jim David Brodbeck...
  • Re: Homemade fuel pump relay, (double relay)
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 16 Sep 2008 22:17:42 -0400
    ...wrote: >Has anyone made a relay or can some technical minded friend >explain the idea in the article further. > >Like how to choose what...
  • Re: List Member Count
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Fri, 19 Jul 2013 08:38:19 -0700
    ...I think it ebbs and flows (we are in a technical period for sure). It would be nice to have an easier way to...
  • Re: Vanagon rear lights and the pathetic headlights
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Sat, 25 Dec 2010 20:27:13 -0800
    ...In the USA, H4s technically illegal for street use (except motorcycles) as they aren't SAE approved (yeah its stupid), but if properly aimed...
  • Re: Fuel pressure too high
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 6 Mar 2018 15:27:13 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Front heater motor
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 10 Mar 2017 13:10:16 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Dometic, Fridge, Door
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 23 Jan 2016 17:11:27 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Continuous Duty Solenoid vs Starter Solenoid; Visual Difference?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 20 Oct 2015 15:55:45 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Continuous Duty Solenoid vs Starter Solenoid; Visual Difference?
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Tue, 20 Oct 2015 16:36:01 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Traveling Tool Kit?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 4 Jul 2015 14:08:00 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Throttle Switch, Geology, and Happenstance?
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Tue, 17 Feb 2015 09:40:29 -0500
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor-valve adjustment.
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 7 Feb 2015 09:33:32 -0500
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • April Euro Show in CT
    Historical mailing list - Bill M
    Sat, 9 Mar 2013 20:59:56 -0500
    ...It appears more geared to the tuner scene but isn't a Vanagon technically a European Import? I asked about a Vanagon class but...
  • Re: Vanagon T-Shirts
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:26:28 -0700
    ...you mean the person that lifted technical drawings from somewhere to make the graphics ? nice shirt though, good move on getting it Jim. ----- Original...
  • Re: Vanaholic? was Paint in PDX Great Deal!!!
    Historical mailing list - Jeff
    Wed, 3 Feb 2010 09:15:39 -0800
    Technically... I don't own any Vanagons anymore. Just a DoKa Transporter ('89 Tristar). Kind of like moving from alcohol to heroin, eh? Am...
  • Re: [NVC] technical term . . .
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 8 Oct 2009 13:32:48 -0400
    Electrolysis, I think. Dissimilar metals are subject to electrolysis when in contact and when each is in contact with conductors, effectively creating a battery...
  • anyone need a set of nearly-new waterboxer heads?
    Historical mailing list - Frank E. Terhaar-Yonkers
    Tue, 6 Sep 1994 13:59:07 -0400
    ...2380. - Frank ------------------------------------------------- Frank Terhaar-Yonkers fty@vislab.epa.gov Martin Marietta Technical Services/U.S. EPA P.O. Box 14365, Mail Stop 4201-2...
  • Re: Exhaust system insulation
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 20 May 2005 10:54:30 -0600
    ...Not sure why, I'm > pretty non-technical, perhaps something to do with condensation > settling between the wrap and the pipe? Can anyone elaborate...
  • Re: Big battery installed
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 26 May 2015 07:48:17 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general >>> >>> 1988 Westy Images >>> >>> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical >>> >>> Vanagon-Bus VAG Gas Engine Swap Group > > > > -- > Neil n > > Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general...
  • Re: Originator Names
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 12 Oct 94 11:38:10 EDT
    ...Stupid is as stupid does... > > > I feel that Joel can post any > > message he likes because he regularly contributes very valuable technical > > information. > > Not...
  • =?UTF-8?Q?Re=3A_ABA_engine_swap=3A_install_fuel_rail_end_for_end=3F_?= =?UTF-8?Q?=28flip_180=C2=BA=29?=
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 17 Oct 2017 10:39:01 -0700
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> > > 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> > > 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Missing messages? was:" Fail Safe " Type Coolant Thermostat
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 24 Dec 2017 14:05:42 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...
  • Re: Kumho 15" AT51 Tires?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 29 Nov 2016 10:44:14 -0800
    ...Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil.blogspot.ca> 1988 Westy Images <https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy> 1981 Westfalia "Jaco" Images, technical <http://tubaneil.googlepages...