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• Re: Avoid Freeze 12!
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sun, 2 Jul 2006 08:29:30 -0400
  ...Avoid Freeze 12! > From John Rodgers: > > "Apparently there is a very suitable substitute for the R12, and that is > Freeze12. I know that here...
• Re: Oil Light
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 16 Mar 2008 08:34:47 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Paul Terry wrote: > My Oil light comes on and buzzes sometimes when I decelerate and brake. This > happens after...
• Re: Shipping a transmission
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 29 Jul 2004 14:41:08 -0500
  ...polytek.com/ and check out what they might have from you. Good luck. Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL driver John Rodgers wrote: > Daryl, > > I...
• Re: vibration
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 12 Sep 2005 20:10:09 -0500
  If you haven't already, check for wear and looseness where the "tie rods" attach to the steering rack. Larry A. Kim Springer wrote...
• Re: "Increase the HP,up to 45%(
  Historical mailing list - Dave
  Thu, 21 Oct 1999 08:42:01 -0500
  ...rods all balanced to the weight of the lightest rod), the rods are matched, then the whole system is dynamically balanced. Dynamically balancing the...
• Re: Idle stabilizer control
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 9 Jul 2016 14:41:11 -0600
  ...Turned on the ignition and checked the > stabilizer valve. It was humming nicely. Started the engine, let it idle a > bit then raised the...
• Re: Towing Syncro Westy on Rental Trailer
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 1 Jun 2009 20:49:57 -0700
  ...tire pressure I think, than max speed. ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, June 01...
• Re: Problem with local service shop (vancouver, BC)... slight rant
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 18:40:44 -0500
  The valves and guides can be checked for free movement with the heads in place. You will need a compressed air source, a fitting...
• Vanagon Disaster Prevention
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Jan 1995 08:03:53 -0500 (EST)
  ...Not a rod bearing ! Well, the moral of this story is, check your oil cooler and change that O-ring if it's suspect...
• "Gene Berg Declines" Thread (from 10/28)
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Tue, 9 Nov 1999 18:17:54 -0800
  I am considering the purchase of a nice'90 van a 2.1L with rod through the top of the block, so (with rebuilding...
• Re: k&n airfilters
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 2 Jun 2002 21:24:46 -0500
  ...If you operate one, always check the condition of the cable before use. Frayed cable strands indicate a non-useable cable. Never use a...
• Re: How do you remove/install center A/C vents on late model Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 3 Jun 2003 23:16:11 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 Gl Driver Zoran Mladen wrote: >Hey folks, > >I need to install center A/C vents on a late model >Vanagon...
• Re: Loud Bang
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 10 Mar 2005 20:38:31 -0600
  ...One little rod that sets the fuel pump microswitch will eventually bend and they you get to walk home. Set your timing and correct...
• Re: Oil filter question
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 4 Nov 2010 17:10:38 -0700
  Try backing off the throttle at a constant speed in order to unload the rod bearings - slightly on the gas, slightly off - and listen...
• Re: First ride of shame, fuel issue
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 1 Aug 2019 16:17:43 -0400
  ...So we simply removed the one broken part and replaced it on the original assembly and then used the straight push rods. Frankly, we...
• Re: On Vanagons, Maintenance, And Reliability
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 5 Sep 2009 10:32:45 -0400
  ...It includes a list of things to check to determine if overhaul should be done. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Re: Oil, Conservation, Carter & Reagan
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sun, 4 May 2008 18:59:53 +0200
  ...Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of John Rodgers Sent: Sunday, May 04, 2008 2:06 PM To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Gas pedal push rod comes unseated
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 13:17:24 -0700
  Oh, okay, that's the push rod that I referenced as shown on Bentleys 20.31 in my OP. It had somehow pulled out...
• Re: Gear selection issue
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Tue, 1 Jun 2010 14:47:18 -0400
  ...replaced, is plate secure to transmission? Also check clamp and > splined shaft at front/rear shift rod join. > > Since the rear bushing is new...
• Re: White smoke? (UPDATE)
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Sun, 26 Aug 2007 18:24:10 -0400
  ...I made it >>>> home >>>> mostly coasting (under a mile) and checked it out, the vacuum hoses >>>> were >>>> all shot (cracked, falling off, etc), I...
• Re: Icons, emblems, symbols - personalized for your Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 9 May 2008 18:35:01 -0500
  ...Haven't checked silver lately, but it's not exactly cheap. Other metals are possible. But usually gold or silver is preferred for personal...
• Re: Shipping a transmission
  Historical mailing list - Jeff at Vanagonparts
  Fri, 30 Jul 2004 10:26:36 -0700
  ...polytek.com/ >> and check out what they might have from you. >> >> Good luck. >> >> Regards, >> >> John Rodgers >> 88 GL driver >> >> John Rodgers wrote: >> >> > Daryl, >> > >> > I...
• Re: transmission shifting
  Historical mailing list - Mark Brush
  Tue, 18 Oct 2005 10:11:51 -0400
  ...Then when you push down the shift to go into reverse, > > you > > are bypassing those guides. > > The next problem is often the rod that...
• Re: Headlights Out
  Historical mailing list - Tom Stone
  Sun, 30 Jan 2011 18:59:09 -0500
  ...Werner On Sun, 30 Jan 2011 16:15:23 -0600, John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > New experience. Got in the van last night...
• Re: How to - or not - bleed the cooling system
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 9 Feb 2006 08:19:12 -0600
  ...When the ignition is first turned on the warning should blink for a few seconds as the bulb check. The circutry for that function...
• Re: How do I....
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 29 Apr 2007 16:30:01 -0500
  ...Remove that clip, restart the engine, check the idle. If your engine smooths out and idles steadily, your Idle Stabilizer circuit has a fault...
• Re: Check Compression: Warm or cold engine?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 12 May 2003 19:13:12 -0600
  Stan, In my aviation mechanic days, we ALWAYS removed plugs from a hot aluminum cylinder head for a compression check, but NEVER re-installed...
• Re: Catastrophe!! The rest of the story.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Fri, 26 Jan 2001 21:43:17 -0600
  ...Checked the oil....it > was midway between the marks, and checked the water level.....it was ok. > > Got in the van and started the...
• Re: Cooling System Pressure
  Historical mailing list - steve delasalle
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 04:59:14 -0800
  ...If the push rod tubes are leaking or if a lifter has collapsed, you can use an expanding push rod tube, which is available...
• Re: Terry K
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 5 Jul 2021 08:31:43 -0500
  Thanks, I'll check them out. On Mon, Jul 5, 2021 at 7:15 AM Steven Shelton <shelton4@gmail.com> wrote: > Here's a...
• Re: Shifter clik
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 12 Sep 2014 10:15:13 -0700
  ...I decided to remove the box around the shift end under the front floor to check things out. There are 2 bolts on the...
• Steering work, Thanks!
  Historical mailing list - Steve Walker
  Tue, 24 Jan 95 07:11:41 EST
  ...Parts will cost about 100 bucks (swing arm pin and both tie rods) and labor will be another 100 bucks. Another bonus is that...
• Re: Dead again??
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Tue, 11 Jul 2000 09:02:26 -0700
  ...rod knock. I can't afford any major repairs right now, do I was >hoping for another cheap explanation. I haven't checked anything...
• Re: virus filtering?? NVC
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 9 Apr 2003 10:39:56 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Carrington, Tom wrote: >Hi list, > >I have the software configured to do all that it can regarding viri - no...
• Re: Vibration at 70 won't go away?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 3 Jun 2004 10:37:08 -0500
  ...Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL driver Kurt Camealy wrote: >I have had a vibration at 70 that won't seem to go away with...
• Re: [NVC] The Electric Potter
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:41:56 -0700
  ...Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM] On Behalf > :::Of John Rodgers > :::Sent: Friday, June 16, 2006 1:01 PM > :::To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Big Emblem Grill, Round Headlights
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Fri, 2 Jun 2006 16:03:37 +0000
  ...You can order them from tiico.com or several >other sites > >if you're interested in the dirty work involved in installing it, check...
• Re: Didn't know there was two different CV joints. - Figured Out
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 22 Dec 2004 21:25:33 -0600
  ...Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics 214-352-4931 www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent...
• Re: Question and parts request.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 25 Sep 2011 20:20:00 -0700
  ...lol Scott ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2011 5:51 PM Subject...
• Re: EJ25 + HOUSE
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 10 Nov 2018 15:08:38 -0600
  ...Good luck and good weather to us all. > > Stephen > > Mobile > > > On Nov 10, 2018, at 2:13 PM, John Rodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM> wrote...
• The Comedy of Errors
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:33:47 -0500
  ...Instrument pod removed, master cylinder exposed and drained, new genuine VW switches in hand - pulled the connectors from the old switch and checked with...
• Re: temp. gauge warning light
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 2 Jul 2001 21:11:49 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Brett Ellingson wrote: > > My 87 westy's coolant temperature gauge warning light has been > flashing. After about 45 freeway...
• Re: Vibration at 70 won't go away?
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Thu, 3 Jun 2004 11:16:03 -0600
  ...When I lift the front off > the ground I have NO play in any suspension component or the tie rods. > The only play is...
• Re: High resistance causing no spark?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 25 Jun 2005 16:32:13 -0500
  ...Have you checked the reistance through the distributor cap? Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
• Re: coolant pipes
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 7 May 2007 11:04:55 -0400
  ...http://www.vanagonauts.com/Stainless-Replacement-Pipes191.htm Pmail if you need me to check anything or take more pix when I get home...
• Re: Tranny oil - success
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 26 Jul 2001 08:36:55 -0700
  ...level check at routine oil changes and you will always catch it > when the tranny oil begins to get low. > > John Rodgers > 88 GL...
• Re: Vibration under acceleration - CV joints?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 25 Sep 2005 08:51:07 -0700
  ...On 25 Sep 2005 at 10:04, John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET> wrote: > Check the CV mount bolts for security. It any of them...
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome??
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Fri, 13 Jan 2006 08:31:10 -0500
  ...the problems you have right now. -Hans ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, January 13...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer-Arrgh!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 1 Aug 2010 14:10:42 -0700
  the hardest part about checking the high rpm side of the Dynamic Oil Pressure System ... is accessing the oil pressure switch by the crankshaft...
• Re: Advice on rebuilt engine?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Engel
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 19:04:57 -0600
  ...Had the crank cut ten thous on the main and rod journals, and the cyl. sleeves ridgid honed and checked for roundness etc.The...
• Re: Rebuilding manual steering rack? (+ crossing the creek)
  Historical mailing list - jbclem1
  Wed, 9 Apr 2008 14:37:59 -0700
  ...Rebuilding manual steering rack? > > > > It sounds like the tie rod itself is actually the part that is shot. > > The end that is on the...
• Re: Transmission Seal Leak!?
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:45:28 -0500
  ...Also, checked tranny dipstick with engine running and in nuetral. Was way down, about 1.5 qts. Researching procedure now. Thanks for the info...
• Re: 1.9 Compression?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 1 Jan 2010 12:44:21 -0600
  ...Checking end play is also important and checking crank wobble is also important. This is a bit more problematical, because there is a pulley...
• Re: Print your parts
  Historical mailing list - Zolly
  Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:18:43 -0700
  ...how it's done. >>> Check it out!! >>> >>> http://widgets.nbc.com/o/47f1317f105123ad/498ebd00a62edaa0/47fe70d4555df05a/9e46bd46/-cpid/ba4377d3bfd6c81 >>> >>> John Rodgers >>> 88 GL Driver >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> Neil...
• Re: Shift Linkage Boot for 1982 Diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - AD Felder
  Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:17:04 -0700
  FYI that boot part number is 251 711 167A .� Only one is required.��� Check to see if you have the plastic ring 251 711...
• Re: running rich!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 15 Jun 2004 05:04:32 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Mark Seifert wrote: > Ok, so my vanagon is running rich, and I was outside fooling with it > today > to...
• Re: Engine out--won't come apart. Need heads!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 19:16:49 -0500
  ...this is a waterboxer. > > Jim > > ------------------------------ > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 270.4.1...
• Re: Headlight Upgrade Eilemma
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 10 Sep 2011 20:30:23 -0700
  ...Scott turbovans.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Rodgers" <inua@CHARTER.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Saturday, September 10, 2011 7:51 PM...
• Re: WBX 2.1 L Crankshaft End Play Adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Thu, 5 Mar 2009 10:19:23 -0800
  ...Hope this helps, Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com John Rodgers wrote: > Ol' Red is about to go in for a new...
• Re: WAS: Comprssion Tester Question. NOW: Tester/engine results Report
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:06:32 -0800
  ...Thanks. > > I was wondering about checking valve adju. > > I'll try your idea first........ > > Neil. > > > > > On 11/16/07, Mark Drillock <drillock@earthlink.net...