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• Re: wind blown blues (was tires)
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Fri, 10 May 2002 03:23:14 -0500
  ...nature, or Peterbuilt------ Stiff tires help, good shocks help, a good alignment helps, Air bags help, any suspension modification will assist in causing the...
• Re: hit a boulder and a light pole
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 17 Nov 2016 22:56:22 -0700
  ...After replacing the tire, I found that the >>> alignment is off, the passenger side wheel is pointing right while the >>> drivers side is pointing...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 12:27:17 -0600
  ...Nothing to worry about thereas long as you get an alignment when you're done. Jim > On Jan 20, 2015, at 12:12 PM...
• Re: So done with side cladding
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Mon, 23 May 2011 10:14:52 +0000
  ...I'll post the bushing story after I have a pro alignment and drive a bit more. I used Powerflex bushes (thanks Chris (Loogy...
• CV assembly, redux
  Historical mailing list - Anonymous Digest
  Thu, 30 Dec 2004 14:03:44 -0700
  ...Is there something here I should be concerned about? I am following the steps about the hub alignment, aka, narrow, wide, narrow wide, and...
• drive shaft R&R prelim report
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:01:35 -0700
  ...Then once all is together, and shaft repainted, I'll delve into the world of driveshaft alignment and then on to driveshaft balancing on...
• Re: [WetWesties] Help! Stuck in the middle of nowhere!
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
  Thu, 30 Jul 2015 08:41:58 -0600
  ...Most likely problems with the > starter gear or alignment. Is it manual or AT? > > Coolant light flashing when temp seems normal: Check the coolant...
• Re: A tire for 14" vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Mon, 12 May 2014 12:26:30 -0700
  ...got me only about 15k miles, mainly due to a crappy > alignment in the front of my van.... > > "Excellent Value",,, I guess..... but they...
• Re: Vibration/Growl problem?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 29 Aug 2000 21:11:05 -0500
  ...We changed the tires > and the symptoms still persisted and we plan to have the alignment > rechecked is a week or two. > > The vibration...
• Re: Vanagon Musings
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Wed, 9 Nov 2005 07:44:31 -0500
  ...lighting upgrade 80/100 watt lights. > Tire balance and front end alignment > Por 15 the battery box > Touch up a couple of rusty spots...
• Re: Trans. Install: Input shaft & clutch splines
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:58:07 -0800
  ...On 3/20/10, dylan <insyncro@yahoo.com> wrote: > forcing it will do damage to the splines. > not recommended. > get a clutch alignment tool...
• Re: CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Mon, 5 May 2014 08:29:57 -0400
  ...It's all about the angle of the pivot. > > The boot can't possibly hold anything in alignment, it doesn't have > that much...
• Re: Distributor drive shaft installation?
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Mon, 9 Jul 2012 22:49:08 -0700
  ...The shaft then went in easily like before with the > final > alignment matching the picture in Bentlys. I quickly bolted the distributor > in place...
• Carat/Multivan Rear Seat Compatibility?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 30 May 1996 11:21:04 -0700
  ...HOWEVER...I've been through all kinds of hell installing this thing; first off, the panel/table assembly alignment was tricky, but better craftsmanship...
• Re: OME shocks
  Historical mailing list - Joel Shortlidge
  Tue, 27 Apr 1999 08:33:13 -0500
  MIne leak oil or I would not even bother! Do I HAVE to do a alignment after I install the new struts??????? EMZ wrote...
• Re: Square Headlight Uprgade? Round, Square, Lighting Relays . . .
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 24 Dec 2003 11:17:03 EST
  ...because, done properly, the SA grille requires the fabrication and accurate alignment of the three attachment points which do not exist in the grille...
• Re: Was: Residual Fuel Pressure... Now: Dirt PIC
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 5 Mar 2014 10:11:49 -0800
  ...great shot, but kind of shows poor tank to frame hole alignment http://tinyurl.com/l2ngelr I replaced that grommet and re-aligned the...
• Re: Can a Manual Steering Rack Fail Internally?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:21:22 -0700
  ...like shocks, alignment, and tire balance and roundness. ----- Original Message ----- From: "neil n" <musomuso@GMAIL.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, April...
• Re: Costco Tires[Was: Gowesty wheels]
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 31 May 2009 21:21:47 -0400
  ...Improper wheel alignment, especially caster will also cause uneven wear. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf...
• Re: Roadhaus....partial solution for helping!
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Fri, 7 May 2004 13:09:21 -0400
  ...I think that the crank is the problem, am thinking of a bad rod a alignment / faulty and defective main bearing, but now we...
• Re: Leaking PS fluid, replace rack or just seals?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 25 Jan 2006 02:20:58 -0600
  ...with a rebuilt one? >>> >>>Does replacing the rack require a front end alignment? >>> >>>I'm not interested in switching to the manual rack. >>> >>>Mike >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> > > > >
• Re: How to do a head reseal on a diesel vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 16 Sep 2007 23:59:58 -0700
  ...Head gasket alignment dowels would be nice, but you make some or get by without. With that many miles - if the head isn't...
• Re: Radius Arm (strut) Steel Sleeve Measurement
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:30:51 -0700
  ...to be concerned about? Like will that play cause wear, >> performance, alignment issues? >> >> Thanks much, >> >> Neil. >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For...
• Re: OT FS: 88 Jetta GLi
  Historical mailing list - Chris
  Wed, 18 Aug 2004 23:13:34 -0500
  ...battery drains completely in a day or > two. > Needs new tires, alignment, etc > > Someone could rehabilitate this car...but it certainly won't be...
• Re: [WetWesties] Help! Stuck in the middle of nowhere!
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Thu, 30 Jul 2015 09:14:51 -0500
  ...Most likely problems with the > starter gear or alignment. Is it manual or AT? > > Coolant light flashing when temp seems normal: Check the coolant...
• Re: [NVC] Need alignment sight to help with backing trailer
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:14:02 -0700
  install with a magnet you will find super duper magnets inside any old hard drive from a surplussed computer But your problem as stated...
• Re: Quest for Sound!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 27 Jun 1997 12:28:58 -0400
  ...I'm going with the biaxials back there too, but keeping the 4" size cause the alignment is really good. Thats a good level...
• Re: E-code lights/SA grille/side step
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Mon, 28 Aug 2000 01:54:47 PDT
  ...part comes as high as the front and rear (all in alignment running around the vehicle) - I'd like for my vanagon to look...
• Re: An idea for Replacing Pop Top Canvas
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 2 May 2014 08:10:13 -0700
  ...if you mark the hinge position you won't have any alignment problems when you re install. I've done 6 canvas replacements now...
• Re: some guidance please, 86 autotrans troubles
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:17:43 -0700
  ...DO not panic, though, nothing is broken, it is just out of alignment / position. To fix this is very simple, but it will require...
• Re: Spoiler?-wind problems
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Tue, 6 Apr 1999 18:24:56 -0700
  ...The practical approach is to keep the steering tight - ball joints and tie rods, bushings, correct tire pressures, alignment. Sway bars help control the...
• Re: Vanagon safety and design?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Wed, 23 Feb 2000 16:11:34 -0500
  ...Of course there were some strange wind noises and the alignment was shot but it drove okay. It has since been repaired and the...
• Re: o/t truck rentals...moving
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Tue, 17 Feb 2004 13:34:06 -0800
  ...You'll want someone to >'spot' you as you drive up the ramps, since the alignment is a little >hard to judge. Check the...
• Re: Is this the cause of my engine compression problem?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 11:32:13 -0400
  ...If the heads are properly torqued, it is unlikely the exhaust mis alignment will cause a head to lift. If it does, you will...
• Re: 15" Wheels/Tires
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 3 Aug 2006 09:43:23 -0700
  ...Great ride, now in for an alignment. Much better ride (It was obvious the Westy needed an alignment). Then into the mechanic for all...
• Re: Water Pump Replacement -2.1 L WBX
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Tue, 29 Sep 2015 14:43:32 -1000
  ...if there is a way to flatten the new pipe just enough ,,without harming dimensions , or alignment, or angularity, or the ends etc. .. you...
• Re: Speaking of Vanagon Shocks
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 9 May 95 15:27:10 EDT
  ...I note the wear on the P44's was even across the tires, on all 4 and not due to alignment problems, etc. Frankly...
• Re: Any experience with electronic rust prevention?
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Thu, 25 Jan 2001 17:57:44 EST
  ...is an extreme lightening of the wallet resulting in fewer spinal alignment problems for the owner/driver;). Both you and Keith noted that ship...
• Re: [syncro.org] Wheel offset
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sun, 6 Mar 2005 07:21:16 -0800
  ...I happened to be rotating the tires and checking the front-end alignment on Goldibox this morning and decided to do some checking. I...
• Re: Exhaust manifold blown - rusted bolts...tips?
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Fri, 1 Jun 2007 10:26:16 -0700
  ...thing on and together and > it is just enough out of alignment that I've got a leak at the front > left of the...
• Re: Tires - Yokohama Y370 195R14 - Progress Report
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Mon, 16 Jul 2018 18:04:33 -0400
  ...http://www.wheelsforless.ca/ (Call 416-749-8473 and ask to speak with DT) Will start a separate thread regarding doing and alignment. On...
• Re: Solar Panel Fitment
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 8 Apr 2009 16:03:40 -0700
  ...Using a larger higher output panel will help compensate for >>> off-angle alignment to the sun and shady campsites. >> >> True that off-angle output...
• Re: Please Help! Michelin Tire Woes in L.A.
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 14:53:18 -0700
  ...From message below: "I was at my local tire store getting an alignment and they asked if I wanted to get new tires.... I...
• Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Tue, 11 Sep 2007 16:42:35 -0700
  ...closed and the ECU is able to "see" the sensor. > Wheel alignment? I've had the wheels aligned at least once since I got...
• Re: yokohama y356
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 23 Sep 2004 23:15:34 -0700
  ...The time I used Y356's, I had them mounted and an >> >> >alignment done > > >>at a front-end shop I had never used before...
• Horn Ring Replacement - Tips and Tricks
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 14 May 2011 09:50:23 -0500
  ...I noted the wheel and the shaft have an alignment mark so things go back together exactly right. But if this mark is missing...
• Itchigo got broke. (subtitle: Baywindow glass needed)
  Historical mailing list - David Raistrick
  Sun, 24 Aug 1997 00:45:13 -0400
  ...Not to mention the many miles put on the bus as the beam broke, tending to screw the alignment up VERY much. I'd...
• Re: Setting E-brake causes adjuster to adjust? Hot Drums. Need to do a better job at proof reading!
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 23 May 2016 20:09:44 -0700
  ...Assuming a properly adjusted ebrake lever would keep the adjuster bar in alignment, I doubt the larger gap between bar and shoe/ebrake lever...
• Re: Upper control arm bushings failed again, upgrade advice sought
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Tue, 19 Jan 2016 23:08:20 -0500
  ...Does this mean the inner sleeves were a little short and spacers were required to allow a tight fit on the alignment washers without...
• vanagon for sale want a 71
  Historical mailing list - Street Bugs
  Tue, 14 Jan 1997 03:20:47 GMT
  ...rotor,air filter,front brakes,rotors,wheel bearings,races,front end alignment and tire balance. no rust on underbody or on exterior. only in...
• Re: adjusting sliding door height
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 3 Sep 2019 14:26:22 -0400
  ...a floor jack and me (two Jacks). > > Be sure to check the inward/outward clearance/alignment, or the rear > handle on the 84-85...
• Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:55:53 -0700
  ...re engine-to-trans alignment. it's an adapter system .. which always has the potential to be weaker. also ..the engine position is way...
• Re: tie rod boots on '91 campmobile
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sat, 28 May 2011 10:55:58 -0700
  ...ago), and the tech did not mention any difficulty with the alignment. >> >> I looked for tie rod end boots from a couple of vendors...
• Re: Front Bumper-Bent From The Factory?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 18 Mar 2009 15:21:42 -0700
  ...how about this one .........customer comes out of a shop after a front end alignment and notices the sterring wheel is somewhat crooked when...
• RE: '83 vs. '77
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 16 May 1996 16:33:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...The V6anagon apparently has a strange clutch-alignment problem, which is *not* the result of the adaptor-- I measured very carefully while replacing the...
• Re: Friday Philosophy: On Documentation
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 17:05:25 -0800
  ...I also like to put my tire pressure adjustments, my suspension settings, the best alignment settings I find, etc....all back in the last...
• Syncro Driveshaft Shot!
  Historical mailing list - Steve Hoge
  Mon, 05 Feb 1996 13:00:01 -0800
  ...We were careful to mark the original alignment for reassembly purposes. Looking at the U-joint, one of the 4 sets of bearings was...
• Re: torque converter carrier plate
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sun, 7 Apr 2013 08:31:35 -0400
  ...Dennis Haynes wrote: > >> Most common is engine to transmission looseness, miss-alignment. Lower >> studs/nuts coming loose or even breaking. Evidence often the trans...
• Re: What Grease to use on the Steering Box? ('81)
  Historical mailing list - J. Stutsman
  Fri, 22 Mar 1996 10:44:08 -0800 (PST)
  ...After I have put everything back together I am going to go get the front end inspected and an alignment. Luckly this is a...
• Fwd: Unidentifiable sound
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:12:54 -0500
  ...I thought perhaps treads had become distorted from bad alignment or some such. No, they're fine and they aren't abnormally warm either...