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  • Re: WBX bashing
    Historical mailing list - "Robert KeezerHolen Sie mehr aus dem Web. Unter http://explorer.msn.de/intl.asp#de gibt es einen KOSTENLOSEN Download von MSN Explorer."
    Wed, 31 Jul 2002 11:00:29 -0700
    ...WHY are there external hoses just to go from one part of the engine to another? WHAT is the deal with that external "ring...
  • Re: Dometic Fan
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Wed, 31 Jul 2019 12:41:55 -0500
    ...But I don’t have the >>> external water hook up port to use as a fan vent. And I have done lots of >>> fooling...
  • Re: me too (solar)
    Historical mailing list - Marius Strom
    Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:16:11 +0000
    ...me too (solar) At 06:05 PM 6/28/2011, Kim Brennan wrote: >My Westy (Syncro) already has an external jack for a wind...
  • (Bob Donalds)
    Historical mailing list - Samuel Chimento
    Tue, 14 Dec 1999 14:47:57 EST
    ...and all the parts that I will purchase from you including external items like exhaust gaskets and so on if I do the rebuild...
  • Re: Audi 5000 Automatic Transmission in a Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 24 Jan 2001 17:50:58 -0800
    ...The supporting stuff like the ATF filler tube, shifter cable and a few other external bits are different. Yes, there are different gear ratios...
  • Re: Thumping when start van
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Wed, 21 Nov 2001 18:59:43 -0800
    In my case, the noise sounds like it's external. On 21 Nov 2001 at 8:53, Michael A. Radtke wrote: > Hello, > > Is it...
  • Re: Anti-Drain Back Valve in Oil Filters??
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 2 May 2005 18:55:53 -0400
    ...The only anti drain associated with a filter I have ever seen is one way valves in external lines. Also note the orientation of...
  • Re: Aircooled Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - chris
    Wed, 15 Nov 2006 15:05:38 -0800
    ...temp can climb without you realizing it though. > > I've had external coolers as well. Best one had an electric fan that > turned > on...
  • Re: Inverter Questions
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:48:12 -0400
    ...If you permanently disable the external 110 input, then the remaining issue is whether neutral and ground are bonded together inside the fan. >Also...
  • Re: Improve comfort of Buddy Heater
    Historical mailing list - Pete Sicilia
    Wed, 16 Nov 2022 08:34:11 -0800
    ...bent > coathanger pieces); and yes...it really works! Kinda magical! No external > electricity source; totally quiet; you can feel a breeze at 2.5...
  • WANTED: 091 4.86 or 5.43 (diesel) tranny/R&P
    Historical mailing list - John Anderson
    Sun, 2 Apr 2000 13:32:56 -0400
    ...running '82 box with 4.57 which is unfortunately extremely corroded externally (WV winter salt) particularly the bellhousing, not that that will matter as...
  • Re: 1987 Oxygen Sensor Wiring 2.1 liter Digifant MV engine
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 24 Feb 2002 17:30:54 -0500
    ...and RJ-45 network cables which need the >shielding from any external electromagnetic interference). Now you have. <g> >Anyway, this fat green "double" wire...
  • Re: Invertor ?
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Fri, 27 Feb 2009 09:02:43 -0800
    ...Loren is right about the external switch. I would use glue to fix it in place. If it is accidentally moved it can cause...
  • Re: Continuous Duty Solenoid vs Starter Solenoid; Visual Difference?
    Historical mailing list - sailingfc dslextreme.com
    Tue, 20 Oct 2015 19:44:32 -0400
    ...Without taking it apart, how does one visually tell the difference between a continuous duty solenoid and an external starter solenoid? Measure Amp draw...
  • Re: Dometic Fridge: Bah Humbug! <grin>
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:31:36 -0700
    "never give up, never surrender..." why the heck did Galaxy Quest infect my brain just then? Neil, are you sure the external vent fitted...
  • Re: A/C hoses and fr12 refrigerant
    Historical mailing list - Robert Dalton
    Thu, 5 Mar 1998 17:04:59 -0500
    ...dboehler@TAOS.MIDWEST.NET at EXTERNAL Date: 3/5/98 4:25 PM ------------------------------ My 86 westy has some a/c hoses that need replaced...
  • Re: Eberspacher BA6 ? heater from old van available
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Thu, 21 Feb 2002 20:34:36 -0600
    ...But be careful - there are many neccessary parts that > are > external to the heater. There are relays and circuit breakers > somewhere > behind the dash...
  • Re: Mirrors Floppy Fix
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Thu, 2 Nov 2006 13:11:09 -0800
    ...Just in case you're wondering, externally the mirror looks unchanged. Stephen DeMocko ('85 Westy Luci) -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
  • Re: Measuring engine RPM based on Hall sender/coil signals
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:05:35 -0700
    ...adjusting idle) and > diagnostics, and for that, my external counter seems to be enough for > my needs, just wanted it to better reflect the...
  • Re: Oil cooler R&R
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 11 Sep 2015 22:46:24 -0400
    ...I finally had to use an external pipewrench on it and of course that destroyed the pipe. Had to buy a new one. Whats...
  • overheating
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
    Wed, 11 Jul 2001 21:12:45 -0400
    ...Any ways to take the temperature of the van using an external thermometer? How can I tell if my coolant hoses are clogged and...
  • Re: Hi resolution pictures of Wasserboxer
    Historical mailing list - Nunya Business
    Fri, 7 Sep 2007 19:46:59 -0700
    ...What do you mean by BTDT? Go through the whole head gasket > > > replace scenario or just re-seal them externaly like I'm trying...
  • Re: Rearview Camera Cable Routing
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Fri, 12 Apr 2019 13:44:17 -0400
    ...like to hear suggestions from this group before making a decision. > I'd really > prefer not to route this externally. > > Thanks, > > Steven > 91 Westy > > >
  • Re: Vanagons are too cool?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:48:31 -0700
    ...be." > > > > Always always double-secure your bikes and wheels onto any external racks! I have a redundant bungee for each bike and an old...
  • LT28 Sighting / TDI Beetle Driving Impressions
    Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
    Mon, 5 Oct 1998 10:37:50 -0700
    ...There were many external wire mesh racks and a huge snorkle like air intake by the front passenger door. The intake is just like...
  • Space heater warning
    Historical mailing list - Eric Henning
    Fri, 22 Oct 1999 08:33:37 -0400
    ...the westy wall socket then run an extension cord from the external connector into my garage. In the morning I go into the garage...
  • Re: What's wrong with my VW? Friday
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sat, 22 Feb 2003 13:38:53 +1300
    ...of the pure stock Air Cooled VW engine after giving the external >components as much consideration as I did the internal engine parts. >Try...
  • Re: Porsche up to 18.5 percent
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 11 Oct 2005 23:48:20 +1300
    ...However Piech has the >support of all the unions and a lot of the external political. > >Bernhardt has already appointed a team to visit...
  • Re: [VWVANFULLTIMERS] Propex heaters : group purchase offer
    Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
    Mon, 8 Dec 2008 03:02:32 -0800
    ...patients are supplied by RV and > home accidents involving propane. > >Is external installation feasible? > >Yes, I have natural gas in my home. But I...
  • Re: Some points on why the Wasserboxer was the way for me...
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 13 Jan 2000 14:41:54 -0500
    ...Of course my first two succumbed to external forces (one sold and one crunched) before they reached 200k miles, so maybe they fall to...
  • Re: Stock fridge vent delete option
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 24 Jul 2022 08:28:25 -0700
    ...The compressor is very quiet when running, a little less noise than the stock fridge external cooling fan. There are less expensive fridges ones...
  • Re: Is there anybody out there?
    Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
    Sat, 10 Feb 2018 10:19:53 -0800
    ...This allowed me to > > remove the JBL external unit clutter from the dash. > > > > Sunny and spring like out here in Sacramento. Sorry for those...
  • Re: Propane tank fill valve
    Historical mailing list - David Vickery
    Mon, 10 Sep 2012 17:55:59 -0700
    ...or fill it with propane gas at the pressure of my external tank. Edward At 03:58 PM 9/10/2012, Bill M wrote...
  • Re: transmission types vs codes
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Thu, 12 Mar 2009 22:26:39 -0400
    ...The external case is also different with the DK having a stronger >>casting. >> >>Mark >> >>AD Felder wrote: >>>I have a type 091 4-speed...
  • Re: 3rd (center) Brake light for late model Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Doug F
    Wed, 15 Feb 2006 00:50:45 -0800
    ...how it is, but I'm not optimistic about it. > > IMHO, external mounting would be ideal, but then you have to worry about > weatherproofness...
  • Bus front end questions
    Historical mailing list - William Claspy
    Wed, 10 Aug 1994 13:41:50 -0400
    ...He's already done the external adjustment (the screw thingy) on the outside of the steering box, and that didn't fix it. Could...
  • 1979 Westfalia manuals; refrigerators
    Historical mailing list - Mark A Kunkel
    Thu, 1 Jun 1995 09:46:35 -0500 (CDT)
    ...the first place, and (b) the unit was started up with external power rather than off of the battery. I tried for a while...
  • Re: battery info requested
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 4 Jul 95 18:41:10 EDT
    ...Apply externally (do not take internally). Sand if necessary. c) Two to three coats using interlux semi-gloss boat topside enamel. I found the...
  • Head / Engine questions
    Historical mailing list - Sharpe, Steven (Facilities Planning)
    Fri, 8 Sep 2000 09:01:54 -0400
    ...mechanical water pump attached? Is the thermostat and bypass internal or external to the engine. Has anyone insulated their exhaust manifold to reduce heat...
  • Re: overheating
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 21 Jan 2001 20:11:33 -0500
    ...Of course if that fixes the problem, you have to find the leak, internal or external. Also make sure the pressure cap is good...
  • Warped Brake rotors?
    Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
    Thu, 6 Apr 2006 12:03:39 -0700
    ...I think Orwell said it well: "Not merely the validity of experience but the very existence of external reality was tacitly denied by their...
  • Re: Fridge ?
    Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
    Fri, 30 Oct 1998 07:52:54 8
    ...But to me, having a well functioning > refrigerator that rarely needs additional air flow induced by an external > fan would make that trade-off...
  • FS: '85 Westy in SE Idaho (Victor)
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 29 May 1997 16:58:00 -0700
    Hi gang, After a week I finally stopped by to give this the external once over. It's just outside of Jackson, WY. VIN...
  • Re: '86 4-speed Westy won't move: Worn out clutch or broken transmission?
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Mon, 18 Jan 2016 12:21:36 -0800
    ...If you see any rotation of anything then the problem is on that side and external to the transmission. Mark James Kim wrote: > I...
  • Re: Cruising Speed
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 27 Jun 2010 21:48:08 -0500
    ...recently installed external oil > cooler. OP increase was substantial at these highway cruising speeds. > > check it out here<http://picasaweb.google.com/rylincoln/OilCoolerKit...
  • Re: Installing Propane Tank on a non Westy!
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
    Wed, 7 Oct 2009 20:52:15 -0400
    ...An extender that allows for external bbq tank integration at times would surely provide many of the same benefits. Enjoy the propane system,, Jonathan...
  • Re: '90 2.1: What are the chances that I just fried my engine?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
    Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:32:55 -0700
    ...No leaking from heads (at > least not > externally) or block. > > Left it behind to cool off - tried to see if it will start but...
  • Re: Where does Hella relay go?
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 22 Aug 2009 15:32:52 -0700
    ...My guess is it was intended for Daytime Headlights but that option uses a different relay position mounted externally to the panel. Mark Jeff...
  • Re: Aircooleds and Airplanes
    Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
    Mon, 17 Jul 1995 14:21:12 -0700 (PDT)
    ...could be just the ticket for acceptable oil temps without an external cooler. -David ============================================================================ David Schwarze '73 VW Safare Custom Camper (Da Boat) San...
  • Deep in the Abyss... a Tranny fill plug!
    Historical mailing list - Simon
    Sun, 22 Sep 2002 18:44:22 -0600
    ...Not enuff room in there to get the vise-grips or a pair of channel locks on the external part of the plug that...
  • Re: Early 84 sliding door mechanism - need a part!
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Sun, 17 Sep 2023 12:55:38 -0400
    ...my original rebuild (2011) > consisted of getting two cores with all externals (plus my own), so let me > know what you may be looking...
  • Battery or Charging System Help Please
    Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
    Sun, 12 Dec 2010 20:22:48 -0700
    ...Searching the archives I saw that some folks have gone to an external regulator with battery voltage sensing to fix the low charging voltage...
  • Re: Don't let this happen to you!
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:28:57 -0500
    ...the > wiring box on the firewall (for people following the regulator > external sensing thread, it's the wire that needs to be removed from...
  • Re: Eurovan/Winnebago - just
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 14 Jul 94 23:46:13 CDT
    ...only external sign was a bmw type hood (with a middle section slightly higher than the side sections). if they are gonna bring it...
  • Re: Sub woofer installation 87 GL
    Historical mailing list - Craig Rogers
    Tue, 11 Nov 1997 13:43:45 -0500
    ...for a power antenna, that is what you use to turn external amplifiers on. If it doesn't, I'm afraid you are SOL...
  • Re: Acckk! My gear juice is *blue*...
    Historical mailing list - SyncroWesty
    Mon, 17 Mar 2003 19:05:23 -0700
    ...that my 17mm allen wrench doesn't fit > because all that external shift crap is in the way. > I cut the allen down with...
  • Re: Vngns ARE junk! Wilder's Law
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 11 Mar 2005 19:17:37 -0700
    ...furnace. When I finish that I will start prototyping my shower. External rear bumper/tail gate with its own 13 gallon tank. Unheated - why...
  • Re: quick question - running rough after 2 minutes
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 20 Sep 2005 18:42:08 -0400
    ...by way of its shielding at its connector or, less likely, externally to the chassis. This would cause the van to run very rich...
  • Re: Water pump cold-weather question
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 25 Mar 2006 21:36:48 -0500
    ...The leak back there could be the water pump, a hose, or the external head gasket. A water pump leak will be obvious if...
  • Re: Hall Sender- 2.1L engine.
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Tue, 1 Oct 2013 07:33:03 -0700
    ...sender from a Volvo 740, due to the fact that my external plastic connector was broken off, causing intermittent running issues. I pressed out...