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Re: Starter related question.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 15 Jul 2016 13:44:10 -0400
...For what it's worth, and this is a sample size of one, I put a cheap Autozone rebuild into my Syncro about 2...
Re: Finally got new Air Cooled/Diesel Center Shifter Bushings in stock!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:59:57 -0800
...and I want to completely > rebuild the shift bushings" I can tell them, OK we have a kit for that. > We are 90% there...
Re: Update on the Haltech ECU Hassles
Historical mailing list - pdooley
Mon, 1 Dec 2008 23:43:12 -0500
...The initial head rebuild had not lasted all that long and it was time to jump in with both feet. I chose to buy...
Re: Engine choices:was You Never Know: A Story
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 23 May 2022 22:40:37 +0000
...The third time's the charm!" This was the third engine rebuild I >> had been through over the years and I was done. I...
Re: Hello-and- suggested first steps for a new owner?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 22 Aug 2003 23:10:07 -0500
...There are a number of our list vendors that have kits just for this. Ken Wilford at Vanagain. Com is where I got mine...
Re: Starting problem
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:09:05 -0500
...Some the the list vendors sell a "hard start" relay kit. If you buy your own it should be able to handle about 40...
Re: wisdom of DOT 5 brake fluid (kinda long)
Historical mailing list - mark brauer
Mon, 9 Feb 2004 11:58:30 -0700
...Or, rebuild them with new rubber kits, or replace the entire units with new or rebuilt ones. Before re-installing them, flush out the...
Re: Trans. Install: Input shaft & clutch splines
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:23:25 -0700
...If so, I may attempt a > rebuild of noisy DK. Ha! > > >> one, if using diesel vanagon flywheel on an inline four engine in a...
Re: 1984 Vanagon GL H2O
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Wed, 3 May 2006 22:03:49 -0700
...I believe a list member recently paid around $600 for a rebuild. The A/C in the earlier models was a dealer option, IIRC...
Re: Update Re: Engine died, March 31 update and maybe ecu smoking gun?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Fri, 3 Apr 2020 14:15:11 -0700
...net> wrote: >>>> > >>>> > Adding a soldering iron to my on-board tool kit, thanks to you sharing your adventure! >>>> > >>>> > -----Original Message----- >>>> > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
Re: Engine choices:was You Never Know: A Story
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Mon, 23 May 2022 19:41:59 -0700
...And now we have modern oil to make > things last. > > > > > > A tranny rebuild, a new starter with the TDI adapter, fresh CV > Joints.....oh...
FS:van stuff! carat alloys,pwr mirrors,sideskirts,captchairs,f-glass bumpers,etc
Historical mailing list
Thu, 23 Jan 2003 18:36:55 EST
...can ship fiberglass bumpers and side skirts w/ brackets - enough to do whole van, will sell as whole kit or individual pieces... i can...
Re: 2.2 Rebuild Questions
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:27:39 -0500
...Obama-land. > > Here's the list: > > GW 2.2l P&L Kit > GW AMC heads - I want to get these ceramic coated - > worthwhile? > Scat...
<No subject>
Historical mailing list - Doug Fitz-Randolph
Sun, 20 Jun 2004 17:04:42 -0400
...The flywheel is the one that come w/ the Fast Forward kit I'm > assuming - don't know 100% for sure. If in fact...
Re: CV joint maintenance/replacement question.
Historical mailing list - Roman Haag
Sat, 22 Apr 2017 22:14:07 -0400
...At $85 for anew shaft you got junk or rebuilds and if they need to be replaced with so little mileage that was not...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 15:52:40 -0800
...Starter (Go Westy gear reduction) Alternator Alternator wiring to starter (Go Westy kit) Grounds: Cleaned connections in engine compartment, replaced battery ground strap and...
Re: vanagon sized/shape/style vehicles
Historical mailing list - Christensen
Wed, 25 Jun 2003 21:12:37 -0500
...No problem, also up for auction was a head gasket rebuild kit--about 65 pieces...thats why my friend ditched it. oh, by the...
Re: Remove Brake Caliper: Steering Knuckle Off Vehicle
Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
Tue, 21 Jun 2016 19:15:49 -0700
...I was >> planning to rebuild these caliper so myself but will leave that to the >> pros. >> >> I may install power steering if I do...
Re: Road Trip to Van Cafe for Big/Heavy Items CORRECTION!
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:51:32 -0700
...BIG > >> BUMPERS, 15" or 16" wheels and tires, a SA grill kit, or other large > >> and heavy item, NOW may be the time to...
Re: Defeat snatched from victory�s jaws [FS: 89 Syncro Westy] (long!)
Historical mailing list - John
Thu, 24 Jun 1999 18:10:06 -0400
...I experienced the joy of my first van-cooked breakfast - that > Westy kitchen is sure great! - and caught a ride with a long-haul...
Re: 1984 Vanagon GL H2O
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Thu, 4 May 2006 05:06:02 -0700
...I believe a list >member recently paid around $600 for a rebuild. > >The A/C in the earlier models was a dealer option, IIRC...
Re: What years power steering?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:04:44 -0700
...2.1 wbxr engine with only about 40,000 miles on a full real rebuild - it's unusually tight - you can tell it's...
Re: Engine choices:was You Never Know: A Story
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Tue, 24 May 2022 13:10:42 +0000
...The third time's the charm!" This was the third engine rebuild > I > >> had been through over the years and I was done. I...
Re: Remembering the First Bus
Historical mailing list - BA
Wed, 5 Sep 2007 19:45:08 -0700
...Purchased in 1973 >for $600, driven through three rebuilds, and finally sold for $75 in >1986, I spent all of my 20s and almost...
Re: Update Re: Engine died, March 31 update and maybe ecu smoking gun?
Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
Sun, 5 Apr 2020 13:15:31 -0700
...net> wrote: >>> > >>> > Adding a soldering iron to my on-board tool kit, thanks to you >>> sharing your adventure! >>> > >>> > -----Original Message----- >>> > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
<No subject>
Historical mailing list - Doug Fitz-Randolph
Sun, 20 Jun 2004 17:09:49 -0400
...The flywheel is the one that come w/ the Fast Forward kit I'm > assuming - don't know 100% for sure. If in fact...
Re: Hello-and- suggested first steps for a new owner?
Historical mailing list - Roberto Munoz
Sat, 23 Aug 2003 16:29:46 -0400
...There are a number of our list vendors that have kits just for this. Ken Wilford at Vanagain. Com is where I got mine...
Re: 1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 1 Sep 2010 18:14:48 -0700
...1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit? > My mechanic called to say that the (AT) transmission rebuild (German > Transaxle here in Bend) went smoothly, they...
Re: off with her heads
Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
Fri, 8 Nov 2013 08:44:15 -0800
Scott - I'm not doing a full rebuild. I just don't have the time or space for it. I would not be changing...
85 Westfalia for sale-Kansas city
Historical mailing list - Scott W.
Sun, 17 Dec 2006 11:56:21 -0800
...The compressor is included in case you want to rebuild it, I have a spare compr. as well that also does not work. The...
Engine Reccommendations-type 2
Historical mailing list
Sun, 24 Sep 1995 22:11:05 -0700
...I would not reccommend the 1641cc slip-in kit as it has a thinner cylinder wall and will scorch sooner, and I know at...
The return of the Turd <really long>
Historical mailing list - chris smith
Sat, 28 Aug 1999 23:37:54 -0500
...I bought the replacement carb kit from The Parts Place in Michigan, and installed it the next weekend. I made it to the camp...
Re: Power Steering Pumps - Again!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:25:12 -0700
...Bentley has some >>>> really good illustrations of the construction of these pumps, and I see >>>> absolutely no reason one cannot rebuild them in one...
Re: [Syncro] Re: 2.6 SA engine kit
Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
Thu, 27 Feb 2003 09:47:05 -0500
...2.6 SA engine kit >At 05:29 AM 2/27/2003 -0800, you wrote: >Yes, the Audi 5 is a great motor. Reliable...
G-R-I-P-E-S part 5 oil pres woes and more woes and ....
Historical mailing list - Brian Cochran
Fri, 9 Feb 2001 20:11:34 -0800
...No rebuilds, no head gaskets, none of this daily dose of a web site to keep it alive- DEPENDABLE!!!!!. This friggin' van came with...
Re: Another helpful product
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:42:00 -0800
...About 5 years later I brought the van to a mechanic for the engine rebuild.... Few days later after removing the engine he asked...
Re: CV joint maintenance/replacement question.
Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
Wed, 26 Apr 2017 22:02:43 -0700
...At $85 for anew shaft you got junk or rebuilds and if > they need to be replaced with so little mileage that was not...
About the Solex's VS Weber, mechanical trip report & dealer bashing!
Historical mailing list - Ben huot
Sat, 29 Mar 2003 12:39:15 -0500
...Even if you fully rebuild those carbs they are 30 years old working mechanical parts, period. Anything can go wrong inside the carbs and...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 19:02:35 -0500
...Go Westy gear reduction) > Alternator > Alternator wiring to starter (Go Westy kit) > Grounds: Cleaned connections in engine compartment, replaced battery ground > strap and checked...
Re: Anyone have experience with the F.A.S./GTA Auto trans cooler?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 23 Jan 2016 18:26:33 -0500
...Hot oil on that hot exhaust? Just think of a kitchen grease fire. If you add enough horsepower and also change the final drive...
Re: 1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Wed, 1 Sep 2010 18:34:36 -0700
...1.9 > 2.1 cooling kit? > > > > My mechanic called to say that the (AT) transmission rebuild (German > > Transaxle here in Bend) went smoothly, they...
Re: Beyond Vanagon-Keeping older vehicles!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 23 Mar 2013 09:52:14 -0500
...Adding > the front big brake kit. When it comes home I will be repairing the tranny > again(4th time) and rebuilding the suspension. I...
Re: off with her heads
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 8 Nov 2013 08:58:43 -0800
...off with her heads Scott - I'm not doing a full rebuild. I just don't have the time or space for it. I...
Is There A Camelback Of The North?
Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
Fri, 7 Dec 2001 16:54:47 -0500
...I am now recommending <br>        you switch to 6.17 ratio at rebuild time for most vehicles.&nbsp...
Re: Bostig Turbo update-long, sorry this is exciting for me
Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
Wed, 5 Jan 2011 19:13:16 -0800
...Don't know what the kits are nowadays, but mine was right at 5K total. Pamil or call if any questions. Daryl of AA...
Re: brake reservoir leak
Historical mailing list - Rich
Sat, 3 Oct 1998 13:37:20 -0700
...I bought a cheap little bleed kit and threw it all away except for the little one way valve. The valve I put on...
Gerbil engine replacement, part II
Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
Thu, 04 Jul 1996 17:14:07 -0600
...Scat included a complete engine gasket kit, plus the oil cooler had a set of oil seals (the cooler comes with the engine as...
Re: State of the List... State your ages! (long)
Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
Thu, 13 May 2004 01:08:01 -0400
...At about the same time another older brother was putting together a Meyer's Manx kit..."and I helped" (remember the Shake N Bake...
Re: Anyone have experience with the F.A.S./GTA Auto trans cooler?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sat, 23 Jan 2016 17:09:17 -0800
...Hot oil on that hot exhaust? Just think of a kitchen grease fire. If you add enough horsepower and also change the final drive...
Syncro Driveshaft Repair (replacement u-joints)
Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
Wed, 1 Apr 1998 02:57:15 -0600
...The alternative to this method is to have VW rebuild the driveshaft for $ 700 (VW will not sell just the u-joints), buy a...
Re: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
Fri, 11 Jan 2008 17:40:56 -0500
...Bolt-on power adders such as a supercharger or turbo kit are not strictly considered engine mods, they are "bolt-on power adders" where...
Re: Help! Need Advice for Westy Purchase
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 14 Jul 2003 23:04:04 -0700
...They got me sitting at their kitchen table giving me the third degree about my VW experience and stated "we want the van to...
Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:01:41 -0500
...I had just finished rebuilding the engine of this van about 5 years ago and then tore my bicep, so I had to stop...
Re: Misfire when coasting?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 2 Jul 2011 17:41:00 -0700
...On the exhaust, I'm still deciding between Van-Cafe's kit and the SS one from Rocky Mountain Westy(tencentlife's design). If...
Re: Engine woes - what to do? Cars with more possiblities!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Wed, 25 Dec 2013 11:52:49 -0800
...Very likely there are kits for that conversion. I've seen a Mercedes sedan ..the popular 300D body style from about 1984, with a...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 16:12:45 -0800
...Starter (Go Westy gear reduction) Alternator Alternator wiring to starter (Go Westy kit) Grounds: Cleaned connections in engine compartment, replaced battery ground strap and...
Re: 1.9l with 23psi @ 4000 rpm
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 5 Jan 2012 17:38:40 -0800
...If I wasn't finding a good used 2.1 .or one to rebuild.. I'd probably get a 1.9 core engine and...
Re: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:09:15 -0800
...Ours is still > supported in either scenario. > >>Quoting their site: "The first trip to the dyno with the >> turbo kit prototype" sounds like a...
Inuvik and Alaska
Historical mailing list
Wed, 20 Sep 1995 08:37:28 -0700
...bring a kit of spares and tools along. A CB or ham radio might prove useful, although there is no shortage of traffic on...
Re: Desperate!
Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
Sat, 15 Jul 2006 13:52:31 -0700
...They told us that the transmission had not been rebuilt and only part of a kit of soft parts had been used. The pump...