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• Re: I-4 conversion timing problem
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 6 May 2001 12:08:34 -0700
  ...This is what I do: - On the pulley side of the engine there are some timing marks. There should be a plastic guard installed...
• old beetle elec problem (longish)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 26 Oct 1998 19:48:47 EST
  ...Interior light won't come on unless I pull the switch halfway out, to turn on parking lights. When I pull it all the...
• Re: Odd AC contraption
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 12:09:05 -0500
  ...The drive pulley mounts behind the cooling fan engine blower pulley, the belt then passes through an existing opening behind the big aluminum shroud...
• Spark Plug Wire Shock
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Sun, 17 May 2020 16:44:15 -0400
  ...So, I tried pulling spark plug wires to see if there was a cylinder missing. When I pulled the #3 wire, I received a...
• Re: Heater lines under vanagon
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 24 Apr 2019 22:14:23 -0600
  & Maybe only 1/2Hour to pull a New hose into place as You could simply attach the New Hose to the Old Hose via...
• Help. traveling with problem
  Historical mailing list - Kk Al
  Mon, 17 Mar 2014 17:02:55 -0400
  ...We pulled over and did a visual inspection. Everything looks ok. I pulled the plugs and found theky are all fouled. Once we started...
• Re: Rear hatch screen install w/ passenger AC
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 23 Mar 2014 15:36:21 -0500
  ...The screws will not > hold well, and will pull out. Next step, larger screws, repeat. > > -- > > > > use a coarse threaded screw if your worried about...
• Wot's a Z-bed was Re: Seat/Bed Swap
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 3 Jul 2009 13:08:20 -0400
  ...a Westy one where you lift the seat front and pull forward, and the back lies down into the vacated space; and an '89...
• More on AC parts
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Mon, 19 Apr 1999 18:34:46 -0400
  http://www.enter.net/~bloss/vw/ac/ I pulled a few more things out including some hoses. I have the complete high pressure hose...
• Re: Rear-facing halogens
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Sat, 3 Feb 2001 10:49:03 -0700
  ...if you value you > property and lift it's best to just pull over and let them pass... > >> > > That's why you have bullet...
• Re: can 85 westy pull boat?
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Fri, 23 Mar 2001 19:21:48 -0800
  ...stock 1.9? I want to buy a 14ft boat > to pull with my Westy. If you do whats it like as far as...
• Sticky distributor advance?
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Tue, 17 Apr 2001 21:52:32 -0400
  ...On the vacuum advance, when I pull the hose that goes to the base of the idle adjustment screw, the engine speeds up. Is...
• Re: What is the best trailer hitch? Anyone have any experiencewith Fast Forw...
  Historical mailing list - andrewbell
  Mon, 4 Jun 2001 08:26:17 -0500
  ...I've pulled boats, beetles, and trailers FULL of stuff (probably over the tongue weight, too) fast and for long distances. They're easily...
• diesel to gas conversion ongoing...
  Historical mailing list - Matt Ratto
  Fri, 3 May 2002 21:10:07 -0700
  ...we've: 1. Pulled the diesel and removed the flywheel, clutch, oil pan, oil pump pickup, and exhaust manifold. 2. Pulled the engine from...
• Re: Auto Transmission Repair in NC
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Fri, 19 Dec 2003 06:47:05 -0800
  ...Could get it done for less if you pull it out and take it to them. Go for the automatic ! !... Phil(in SC) __________________________________ Do...
• Re: Window rubber trim alternatives
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sat, 19 Jun 2004 21:20:41 -0700
  ...is because I too pulled the trim from the windowm seals on my '84 Westy and noticed the seals pulling away from the window...
• Re: Engine pull on scale of 1 to 10
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Tue, 14 Sep 2004 09:23:00 -0400
  ...A 1.6 beetle engine with the removable bumper of the 71 Bus, 10/10, fastest engine i ever pulled! A type2 pancake 1...
• What a genious I am, Haha.
  Historical mailing list - The Westy man
  Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:28:53 -0700
  I always had a hard time to pull apart some of the plastic connectors, especially if they are multiple ones. Today I tried something...
• Re: CV Joint separation from axle shaft; Lessons Learned.
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Thu, 25 Nov 1999 17:29:37 -0500
  I have heard that a wheel puller will do the job. Has anyone tried one? -Larry
• Re: Water pump premature failure
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Sat, 10 Nov 2007 23:12:15 -0500
  Sounds like the automotive gods were smiling on you that day. And I suppose the crank pulley was straight, too.
• Inverter power 110V Vanagon Toyotomi A/C: Questions Westy D
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Fri, 10 Apr 1998 21:11:58 -0500
  ...This inverter, pulling the A/C at full load, especially idling, might the isolator pull the alternator power -completely- away from the second batt...
• Update: I recently started assembling my engine, and FOR the love of GOD!! Could someone help me???
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Bartnicki
  Tue, 16 Oct 2001 03:31:09 -0400
  ...I doubled checked and the crank pulley was at the TDC mark on the pulley but then I noticed when I turned the crank...
• Re: GoWesty longer rear wheel studs
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 16 Feb 2015 00:02:55 -0500
  ...I know many have pulled the studs in but the press is the way to go. Hammering is not the best idea for the...
• Timing with a 009 Distributor..?
  Historical mailing list - johnny89
  Fri, 29 Dec 1995 13:14:01 -0300
  ...I don't have a degree pulley. I've seen them advertised--are they easy to install without taking everything apart, or do I...
• Re: Thermostat Questions
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Thu, 29 Mar 2001 17:36:19 -0500
  Chad; I would pinch off the two big hoses, put a catch pan underneath and pull off the bottom thermostat hose. If memory serves...
• Re: order of cabinet removal
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 10:45:15 -0800
  ...florian On Mon, Feb 9, 2009 at 10:42 AM, B Feddish <bfeddish@netreach.net> wrote: > I pulled it straight up after removing the...
• Re: radio whine, need help
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 15:12:31 -0400
  ...BTW, the amp ground wires are a short run twisted trio. > > Recently the noise has become louder and worse. > > Today I pulled the alternator...
• major oil leak concern
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Thu, 22 Feb 2001 23:38:22 -0500
  ...i pulled off the breather hose going from the tower to the afm boot and oil in there as well. i have spoken to...
• Re: Ignition turned "off", engine stays on. Pull up handbrake engine goes off??
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:45:29 -0400
  ...Today, I pull over to check something and the engine wouldn't shut off. Huh? Get this. With engine running, key turned to "off...
• Re: High beams not working-lighting upgrades!
  Historical mailing list - Bret Berger
  Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:10:20 -0700
  ...Maybe a rope around the crank pulley would >> do it? They do have an extra belt grove on the outer edge of the crank...
• Re: Knobs, wheels, etc.
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Aug 94 15:11:02 PDT
  ...I tried "pull and tap" to no avail. Any ideas? thanks, carl 73 camper, 74 happy bus, 90 westy
• Re: Transmission rebuild
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 7 Dec 1996 12:23:53 -0500
  In a message dated 96-12-06 10:45:58 EST, young@sherlock.sims.berkeley.edu (Beth Young) writes: << Although I haven't pulled...
• Rear Drum removal/rear shoes replaced?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Gardner
  Tue, 9 Jun 1998 00:51:44 EDT
  Hello, Today I checked out my Bentley manuel and noticed that sussposidly to do the rear shoes you need to use a wheel puller...
• Re: driving and fridge
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Fri, 12 May 2000 14:46:58 -0700
  ...If you decide to drive with the fridge on propane I hope you can remember to stop before pulling up to the gas pumps...
• Auxillary Heater question...
  Historical mailing list - Chad
  Wed, 31 Jan 2001 23:51:26 -0400
  ...I pulled it apart and inspected everything. The core is fine and doesn't appear to be leaking. However, it seems as if it...
• Re: Are Car Problems Contagious?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Copich
  Fri, 10 Aug 2001 23:39:12 -0700
  ...As I pulled into a motel in Albany, Ga. I saw coolant pouring out of my '86 caravelle. Changed the water pump in the...
• Signal flasher problem
  Historical mailing list - puzerewski
  Sun, 15 Jul 2001 10:33:30 -0400
  ...So, pulled a different relay out of a partsmobile, and same deal. Prior to my vacation the turn signals were doing fine. How to...
• Re: 85 Man Tran Fluid
  Historical mailing list - Dart 330
  Wed, 8 Jan 2003 20:27:22 -0600
  >License Plate Access Hatch - pull this open and you will see the following: >...Right of Center - Oil Filler Cap and fill tube - Remove the...
• Re: How to Keep Cool in Your Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 19 Apr 2003 20:38:47 -0600
  ...Is the access thru the ash tray? Or pull off the plastic panel below the dash, in fron of the shifter? Bob Bob, Right...
• Re: Noise from rear...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 6 Feb 2004 16:21:02 -0500
  ...I was on a long trip once where I had to frequently pull over .... crawl under and grab the axle like a javelin and...
• Re: 2.1 airflow repair/mod?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Fri, 17 Sep 2004 08:55:17 -0400
  ...I was rather mystified for a fix until I pulled the air filter and saw all the foil and carboard that had been sucked...
• First timer Valve job
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Fri, 8 Oct 2004 10:42:57 -0700
  vince, When you pull the heads you don't have to remove those items. What goes into choosing to do a valve job and...
• Re: unidentifiable sound
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 26 Nov 2006 08:52:12 -0600
  ...No need to pull parts. Jim On Nov 26, 2006, at 5:09 AM, Bob Mac wrote: > I'd vote for the wheel bearings...
• Need help on wiring
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Tschumperlin
  Mon, 26 Jun 2006 08:55:59 -0700
  I pulled the original small fuse block off behind the drivers seat that had the fuses for what I think was the fridge, water...
• Re: Power Steering Rack Question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 10 Jun 2010 08:00:09 -0500
  ...Jim On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 1:08 AM, Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@gmail.com> wrote: > Just pop the "horn" off (pull on it...
• Re: Alternator replacement????
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:20:16 -0700
  ...call it that, it changing out the pulley, as most new ones > come without the pulley. You've just got to hold the shaft...
• Re: Stereo Installation question: 83 Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Jean-Guy Savoie
  Wed, 4 Jul 2001 23:55:11 -0300
  ...I cut the wiring harness sheath btw the rear vents, pulled the wire from the front to there before pulling the rest of the...
• Re: Rich mixture/excessive fuel use
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Jun 2002 10:58:05 -0500
  ...The pulleys come from the factory with > the vee-notch and circular notch on them. Even a replacement pulley has > the TDC circular notch...
• Re: Back to Texas but only running on 3
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Spurgin
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 09:14:36 -0600
  "Pull and test the injectors." Anyone got a HOW-TO? Do the wires sticking out of the top of each injector just pull off...
• Re: Motor mounts
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 22:50:44 -0700
  ...I know I need to support the motor with a jack and some wood and pull the cross bar but how do I get...
• Re: Vanagon Sighting
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Mon, 5 Nov 2007 11:31:45 -0500
  ...I mean this guy pulled in and I got out of the bus and we immediately walked over to one another. First words out...
• Re: radio whine, need help
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 3 Apr 2011 09:36:48 -0700
  ...BTW, the amp ground wires are a short run twisted trio. > > Recently the noise has become louder and worse. > > Today I pulled the alternator...
• Re: NEWS FLASH: replace bottom flap seals without pulling heater and dash
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 14:09:21 -0500
  ...First, pull off the lower heater cover. Then get a flashlight and find the four clips that pull out. I will send anyone a...
• Re: Problem finding a gear 83 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 22 Jun 2005 17:02:34 -0500
  There's no need to remove the flywheel to pull the pilot bearing in a diesel. You do have to pull it to get...
• Re: Unintended consequences
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Tue, 25 Aug 2020 06:06:52 -0700
  ...It is activated by pulling the wiper stalk towards the driver. The same action as one would use to activate the front windshield washer...
• Re: Overhaul an 81 air cooled
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 16 Jan 2002 17:58:58 -0800
  John, First time I pulled the motor out of my 83 AC, it took me 2 hours... mostly 'tin' time. Putting it back in...
• Replaced Rings blowing oil
  Historical mailing list - Eli Secor
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 02:11:18 EST
  ...I believe I have to pull piston/sleeve #2 to get to #1 - does it make sense to pull the whole thing apart, replace...
• Re: Front Wiper Spray Nozzle Replacement Procedure
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sat, 22 Aug 2009 17:43:00 -0600
  ...http://www.busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=211955993 2) With a big pair of vicegrips, grab a hold of them and slowly pull them...
• Re: Brake Drum removal -- 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Feb 1995 16:59:26 -0500 (EST)
  ...Is there some trick? So far I've: > > pulled the wheel, removed the two 11mm bolts, released the parking brake, > > and yanked, banged. The...
• Re: coolant temp send wire
  Historical mailing list - S_J_ WACKER
  Mon, 29 Jun 1998 19:40:02 -0700
  ...So when I tried to pull the O2 wire it pulled the r/y wire AND moved the whole mess of wire towards the...