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• Re: Replacing A/C on 89 Westy... Help !
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Fri, 6 Apr 2007 23:48:39 -0500
  ...The new compressor may or may not come with oil in it; if it has oil there should be a tag that says what...
• Re: Behr AC
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 2 Apr 2015 16:22:06 -0700
  ...The compressor is missing so I have no idea if any of the other AC components work. I'm going to install a vintage...
• Re: Dometic Cooler
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:55:04 -0700
  ...Is that likely to be the same system as in the Westy - > that is no compressor? From the outside it looks like a chest...
• New evaporator?
  Historical mailing list - A PETER MARSH
  Tue, 1 Mar 2011 21:06:26 -0500
  ...After having the AC compressor off the replacement engine for four months, I am presuming I have to replace the evaporator as it will...
• '85 Weekender FS - Fair price??
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 May 1996 14:50:58 -0400
  ...The only problem is a bad A/C compressor. Asking price - $4150. Does this sound fair?? I think I want a 2.1 with...
• Re: Air Conditioner Problem
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sat, 28 Nov 1998 08:01:24 -0800
  ...The compressor is >working you because can hear the strain on the engine when the >switch is turned on. Anyone had this problem before...
• P/S Pump end play question
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 20 Oct 2003 14:32:00 -0400
  ...Would removing the A/C compressor belt affect the torsion in the main crank pulley adversely? I want to remove it to see if...
• Re: Vanagon Mania
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 23 Mar 2004 12:50:49 -0500
  ...Go buy a spring compressor > and you have more money into the job, than paying someone. You *could* rent one. But there are certainly...
• Air Conditioner Leak
  Historical mailing list - Wade Yorke
  Sun, 27 Jun 2004 16:57:23 -0300
  ...to a 1.9TD (along with the Jetta Diesel A/C compressor). No one can find any leaks but I have lost the charge...
• Step up the idle
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Mon, 20 Aug 2007 22:50:20 -0700
  ...step up the idle for the extra load of the AC compressor. The engine has stalled a few times and the rpm takes too...
• Re: Continuous absorption air conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 12 Jul 1999 07:08:41 -0400
  ...Continuous absorption air conditioning Has anyone seen or used an Continuous absorption AC system (compressorless like the fridge)? Think of it, you could have...
• Re: To compress or to remove wrist pin - A Poll
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:02:31 -0700
  ...Removing the cylinders, leaving the pistons and trying to finagle >> a >> band ring compressor on to reinstall the cylinders. >> >> I have good info on...
• Re: compressing piston rings in engine
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 9 Dec 2013 16:25:19 -0500
  ...top, bottom, side? The >> bottom seems to nearly work. >> >> 2) Even if I were to get the standard compressor to fit, how on earth...
• Re: 1985 westy a/c problem-insuficent cooling r-12 system
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Tue, 19 Apr 2005 18:29:44 -0700
  ...There is no low pressure cut out switch on the 85, so the compressor continued to run without freon in the system,and ran...
• Re: insane a/c project
  Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
  Fri, 3 Aug 2001 10:47:16 -0400
  ...Of course, the occasional 6 amp peaks when the compressor kicks on and the inefficiencies of the inverter might reduce that some. So even...
• A/C How do I Get it off?
  Historical mailing list - Jason Cornfeld
  Tue, 16 Feb 1999 13:55:58 -0800
  ...but How in the H@#$ do I get that dang A/C Compressor off like it says???? Please help!! and any help will be...
• Re: Excessive Idle
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 23:27:48 +0200
  ...My corroded and brittle green ground was only discovered after removing the A/C compressor. After replacing it the idle was rock solid. Hope...
• Re: R12 or R134?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 30 Jul 2003 10:00:50 -0600
  ...Of course, the A/C > was retrofitted from a '90 van, and I use an '87 compressor and some > hoses, and > some hoses are...
• Re: parts
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Thu, 18 Sep 2003 11:34:34 -0700
  ...Regular steering rack(not power) in good shape just needs new boots Brake booster in great shape 2 AC compressors in great shape Vanagon...
• Re: Coolant hose wearing due to AC belt
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 26 Apr 2005 19:17:25 -0400
  ...My old hose worked fine for 20+ years,but grooves appeared overnight, when I replaced the a/c compressor. An a/c person discovered...
• Re: Black Bears vs Westy Canvas?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 26 Jul 2005 16:57:01 -0700
  ...I have the catcher's mask, the plumber's friend, the creosote, and the air compressor. -- Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott 71 Type 2...
• Re: What's this wire for?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 13 Aug 2005 21:59:01 -0400
  If you have AC, it gets connected to the compressor clutch. It tells the idle speed controller to step up the idle when the...
• AC Thermostat
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 10 Jul 2006 13:08:08 -0700
  ...inches in front of the evaporator and the thermostat cycles the compressor to keep it there. I guess it shouldn't go much lower...
• Cylinder head repair question
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Wed, 8 Nov 2006 12:56:59 -0800
  ...I have a lapping tool and compound.A spring compressor to remove all valves. My question is valve guides? Can these be changed by...
• will a poptop fit inside a GL?
  Historical mailing list - Lee Peterson
  Thu, 25 Oct 2007 13:27:25 -0700
  ...The plastic panels that hide the A/C lines to the compressor in the rear are out so it's as wide as the...
• heater always on
  Historical mailing list - Clarence J Falarski
  Mon, 17 Jun 2002 11:08:53 -0400
  ...Found out the compressor was bad, phoned the dealer, told him I would pay for the charging of the air system and pay for...
• Re: Idle control system
  Historical mailing list - Steven Sittser
  Thu, 2 Aug 2012 13:45:30 -0400
  ...The A/C compressor was replaced about a year ago, by a shop I trust. They knew about the stalling-at-idle-with-A...
• Portable fridge advice wanted
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 8 Aug 1996 13:50:14 +0100
  ...Again, what's the current consumption like? How bulky are they? Is the compressor noisy? I'd be very grateful for advice/feedback/anecdotes...
• KarmaKanix Reference
  Historical mailing list - Josh Monson
  Mon, 20 Mar 2000 12:21:18 -0800
  ...Upon further investigating, I discovered oil leaking from the ac compressor- oh no a new compressor :<( . But as I was checking for the source...
• Re: Merry Christmas and a Vanagon question for you
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 26 Dec 2001 07:35:09 -0500
  The major consideration is what caused the retainer to fail? If you have an air compressor and an "air hold" fitting you can do...
• Re: New AC Thing
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Tue, 17 Jun 2003 22:40:33 -0500
  ...I have found that any time the refrigerant has changed in anythng, a tag is to be placed on the compressor to let know...
• Re: OXS ground
  Historical mailing list - Michael Hart
  Sun, 31 Jul 2011 12:48:57 -0700
  ...to the OXS ground return from ecu to just below AC compressor). Perhaps a break in the wiring to ecu?? Any reason why I...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Mar 1997 21:55:21 PST
  ...I can verify that on my 87, when the AC gets low on freon pressure, >the >compressor doesn't kick in at all. > >Dave >
• AC relays & diagrams
  Historical mailing list - Paul Schiemer
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 15:38:38 -0400
  ...without them in line i can get the fans and compressor clutch to work by shorting the wires, and the leads test okay for...
• Re: [Syncro] air suspension group purchase - FREE SHIPPING!!!
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Tue, 5 Dec 2000 22:57:04 -0800
  ...Definitely worth purchasing, with or >> without the compressor. > >Ron, >what would be the advantage of having these if I already have Steve's >springs...
• Sudden AC Failure
  Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
  Thu, 13 Jun 2002 15:33:49 -0700
  ...Yesterday, it turns on fine, can feel/hear the compressor kick in, but no cooling at all, just blows air. Checked fuse 12, it...
• repost - basic a/c hose connection question.
  Historical mailing list - Owen
  Thu, 7 Aug 2003 08:28:26 -0500
  ...Which hose connects to the SUC connection on the compressor? The one going up to the evaporator or the one coming from the condenser...
• Re: vibrating tiico engine
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 7 Nov 2003 13:58:25 -0500
  ...Some people have reported good results from changing one of the accessory mounting brackets (the one for the A/C compressor, I think it...
• Re: To compress or to remove wrist pin - A Poll
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Ensing
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 16:58:50 EDT
  It is really much easier to pull the pistons than to try and use ring compressors in the hole. The trick is to use...
• Parts request? Boost inside
  Historical mailing list - Tony Collins
  Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:14:59 -0500
  ...like a .48 turbine housing for decent response/ a 60 trim compressor wheel or T3/T04E or B. Maybe something from a mid 80...
• Re: A/C hose
  Historical mailing list - JAIME E FORERO
  Mon, 19 May 2014 15:43:26 -0700
  ...The high pressure hose from my A/C compressor to the front of the van has been burned from the engine fire.� All my...
• Re: AC 134a refrigerant leak down
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 May 2013 22:14:33 -0400
  ...fine? It could be the seal in the front of the compressor > - that seal depends on a oil film to not leak. I've...
• warning eurovan owners/ 134a
  Historical mailing list - Rob & Lrae Winterkorn
  Sat, 3 Jul 1999 23:03:27 -0500
  ...Two locked up compressors causing the serpentine belt to snap and other relay and electrical problems. Yesterday his attempt to turn his a/c...
• Re: rotten idle surge -- a thought
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sat, 11 May 2002 23:34:28 -0500
  ...Sat, 11 May 2002 17:54:30 -0700 > >The PO of my 87 Westy burned out the AC compressor. Instead of replacing >the unit...
• Re: New AC Thing
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 18 Jun 2003 14:41:43 -0400
  ...changed in anythng, a tag >is to be placed on the compressor to let know the next person to service >the AC what it...
• Subject: Re: Trip Contingencies
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:05:50 -0700
  ...On Sun, Aug 24, 2008 at 1:27 PM, Roger Whittaker <rogerwhitt1@gmail.com>wrote: > dear alll with tires > carry a small compressor and...
• Re: air conditioning 1991 Westy Syncro ?'s
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 09:41:31 -0700
  ...When the van arrived here last month the A/C compressor was > locked up and the system was empty. > An '87 Wolfsburg Vanagon's...
• Re: vibrating tiico engine
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Mon, 10 Nov 2003 17:09:15 +0000
  ...Fri, 7 Nov 2003 17:03:00 -0800 >>> >>>>Lastly, we didn't reattach her A/C compressor. I am >>>>not sure which brackets to...
• Re: Air Conditioning Electrical Problem
  Historical mailing list - Steven Cu
  Thu, 8 Apr 1999 20:31:09 +0800
  ...He left the a/c on for a few minutes and then noticed > that the compressor was not running. Investigation showed that fuse S0...
• Re: 84 vs. 85 differences, swapping AC?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 8 Dec 2005 10:07:51 -0500
  ...From what I can > tell '86 2WD do not have the change, but '86 syncros have a partial > upgrade (fan, condesnor, compressor), '87 and...
• Re: Another AC question
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sun, 4 Sep 2011 09:14:38 -0700
  ...things AC, the hoses were initially hooked up > backwards at the compressor. Mech says running the system in reverse may > have damaged the receiver...
• Re: Air in the Life (longish
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  6 Oct 1995 14:55:20 -0700
  ...This is an extremely belated thanks to all of those who responded to my questions concerning air compressors [deleted] I'm getting the Compresssor...
• FS (maybe): '90 Syncro Westfalia
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 14 Oct 1996 19:53:10 -0400
  ...brakes; new struts; new battery; front brakes @ 64,000; A/C compressor @ 44,000; Syncro Viscous Coupling replaced March 96 - new 4WD; all camping...
• Re: Parting out '88 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 28 Nov 1996 16:36:43 PST
  Dennis; My wifes 85 GL could use a compressor and condensor . Do you know if yours are compatible? How much are you asking? Ken...
• AC
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Thu, 20 Aug 1998 22:17:18 -0400
  ...When the thermostat on the radiator trips into the high speed mode, because of overheating, it powers a relay which drops out the compressor...
• complete westfalia a/c system for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 10 Nov 2005 13:51:56 EST
  ...comes with everything you >>> need, >>> including the upper cabinet including ac vents, evap, blowers, wiring, >>> switches on dash, condenser, lines, compressor, drier, wiring harness...
• complete westfalia a/c system for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 22 Sep 2006 11:19:54 EDT
  ...comes with everything you need, including the upper cabinet including ac vents, evap, blowers, wiring, switches on dash, condenser, lines, compressor, drier, wiring harness...
• Re: Dimensions for A/C hoses
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Thu, 27 Oct 2016 09:41:55 +0200
  ...The hoses are spliced with a short piece of Audi A6 hose incl aluminium piping, to connect to the V6 TDI compressor (which looks...
• Re: found some freon 12 should I recharge old AC
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:22:43 -0700
  ...Most likely small leaks on the > suction side including the compressor shaft seal. > > If the system was really empty for a long time then...
• Re: Vanagon A/C and controls
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 31 May 2004 21:02:48 -0500
  Would be even cooler to have the switch cut out the compressor when the engine vaccum got down to under 4-5", but then...