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  • Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
    Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
    Thu, 15 Aug 2002 15:57:32 -0400
    ...minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust > system, all supports and brackets, engine including alternator and AC > compressor (R-134...
  • Re: gutless - My Experience from 1982 New
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Mon, 31 Mar 2003 23:41:06 EST
    ...wire back to the battery running from one of the starter mounting bolts. No problems for more than 3 years (approaching 4). Note this...
  • Re: Yeah! It's a water pump weekend! (questions of course)
    Historical mailing list - Roland
    Sat, 11 Jul 2009 18:37:28 -0700
    ...I had to >>> remove >>> it from the oil cooler else impossible to access the lower left water >>> pump >>> mounting bolt. >>> - the wire to the...
  • Re: [Syncro] 1.9 WBX -->Tiico , my latest experience (long)
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Bell
    Tue, 7 May 2002 22:51:44 -0500
    ...Again, stock available parts. > *The alternator must be drilled out to accept a larger bolt, then the > bottom must be filed a bit to...
  • Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
    Historical mailing list - Myron Lind
    Thu, 15 Aug 2002 19:27:04 -0400
    ...minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust system, all supports and brackets, engine including alternator and AC compressor (R-134...
  • Re: [Syncro] First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 15 Aug 2002 18:19:50 -0400
    ...minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust system, all supports and brackets, engine including alternator and AC compressor (R-134...
  • Re: [Syncro] First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
    Historical mailing list - Sullivan, Michael
    Thu, 15 Aug 2002 14:35:18 -0500
    ...minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust system, all supports and brackets, engine including alternator and AC compressor (R-134...
  • Belated Battery Comments - What Fits!
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Sun, 28 May 2000 15:30:07 EDT
    ...the alternator charging lines to the automotive type terminals and the load lines to the wing nut load terminals. Important, for mounting, I use...
  • Re: second newby question
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:24:28 -0700
    ...the alternator was *falling off* the engine ( all waterboxers need to have their alternator mounting bolts checked....especially 2.1's ..they have a...
  • Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Thu, 15 Aug 2002 16:01:59 -0400
    ...minus a few clamps and bolts here and there. Complete exhaust > system, all supports and brackets, engine including alternator and AC > compressor (R-134...
  • Parts Sources for the TDI Conversion
    Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
    Mon, 23 Feb 1998 19:24:07 -0500
    ...Suitable T3 transmission. (Helmut has a list of all the ratios available) The mounting bolts for the bellhousing and transmission. Coolant hoses and fittings...
  • Weekend of VW Work (long)
    Historical mailing list
    02 Jun 97 13:56:04 PDT
    ...The oil temp guage that was held in place by string, fell and needed a better mounting. The right head, recently welded up by...
  • update on diesel-gas conversion
    Historical mailing list - Matt Ratto
    Sun, 26 May 2002 13:50:18 -0700
    ...On to getting the alternator installed and the belts put back on. I decided to use the mounting bracket from the diesel and the...
  • Re: altenator light
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Mon, 24 Jan 2000 13:34:19 -0500
    ...Check the fan mounting bolts, and try pulling on the fan to make sure it is tight on the crank. They *can* come loose...
  • '66 progress, engine in
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 3 Jun 1996 10:30:49 -0700
    ...Finally, with the four mounting bolts tight, the engine still cranks over. Clearancing finished. (using a grinder would have made this job easier but...
  • index of tech bulletins affecting vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sun, 17 Apr 94 01:35:27 CDT
    ...Vanagon Water Pipe Water-cooled Thru 27-87-04 Electric Alternator Mounting Bolt Vanagon Model loose/broken Diesel, Year Vanagon 1985 Vanagon ALL 42...
  • Problem with dealership service? Who to contact?
    Historical mailing list - David Raistrick
    Sun, 1 Nov 1998 19:37:48 -0800
    ...the pump CANNOT be timed correctly (done by loosening the pump mounting bolts, and moving it one direction or the other). This should have...
  • Re: Replace 1.9 with a 2.1 WBX
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:34:18 -0800
    ...if you didn't get the aluminum rear engine mounting bracket for the 2.1 ......which has bolt holes for the 2.1 exhaust...
  • Re: altenator light
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Mon, 24 Jan 2000 13:05:29 -0800
    ...Check the fan mounting bolts, and try pulling on the fan to make > sure it is tight on the crank. They *can* come loose...
  • FS: 1984 Vanagon Westfalia with "going - gone" Engine (Long)
    Historical mailing list - Leaf
    Thu, 20 Feb 2003 08:27:46 -0800
    ...Regular oil changes () From Bus Depot ($238) -New side view mirrors -Rear impact strip (plus mounting clips) -Front pillar mouldings -Pop top, flat and...
  • Re: '87 Vanagon GL: Oil leaks
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:22:13 -0500
    ...You have to go through all the BS to remove the AC and PS belts because of course the alternator/WP belt is in...
  • Re: altenator light
    Historical mailing list - Sean Cole
    Mon, 24 Jan 2000 12:28:52 PST
    ...Check the fan mounting bolts, and try pulling on the fan to >make > > sure it is tight on the crank. They *can* come loose...
  • Article: Vanagon Hop Ups
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Dove - VAX Master
    Mon, 5 Dec 1994 9:56:57 -0500 (EST)
    ...top-side bolt-ons are fairly standard - Type 1 fuel pump, Bosch 009 distributor, Type 1 valve covers, and stock alternator. For off-road...
  • Re: Clutch shutter, vibation, shaking - why?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Thu, 8 Nov 2007 13:13:31 -0800
    ...One very nice trick on a 'keeper vanagon' is to weld that one clutch slave cylinder mounting bolt....the aft one that's a...
  • Re: Theme song for Tii: "Good Vibrations"
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Fri, 28 Feb 2003 20:14:49 +0000
    ...has this vibration problem so severe it breaks the >AC comp mounting bolts, etc. >with the belts disconnected briefly and the engine run, there...
  • Re: 2.0L I4 Opportunities
    Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
    Tue, 14 May 2013 07:57:12 -0400
    ...Where does one find an Audi A3A engine? To what vehicles was it fitted? The diesel vanagon oil pan and bellhousing, mounting cradle etc...
  • Re: Replace 1.9 with a 2.1 WBX
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:21:19 -0800
    ...didn't get the aluminum rear engine mounting > bracket for the 2.1 ......which has bolt holes for the 2.1 > exhaust brackets..........two...
  • Re: I-4 conversion general info
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sun, 25 Oct 2015 17:13:47 -0700
    ...And, I need FAS's kit, which includes the adapter plate, flywheel, flex plate, throttle/kick down cable; and their mounting system with oil...
  • Re: disaster- now VWoC rebuilds
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
    Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:30:06 -0700
    ...In May of 2006 while in Alaska on the Top of the World Highway the alternator/water pump belt hopped off the pulleys (my...
  • Second battery install instructions
    Historical mailing list - Ron & Marianne Mighton
    Sun, 28 Dec 2003 08:44:03 -0500
    ...11-3510-2 Universal top post with two � inch connectors Metric 8mm bolt .32 Canadian Tire 61-2421-0 � inch bolt for ground It...
  • Re: Update and question inline VW Van block swap (in progress)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 18 Sep 2010 13:21:22 -0700
    ...it just so happens the diesel and inline four flywheel mounting bolts are the same thread as that OP sw ...they make good plugs...
  • 2.0L I4 Opportunities
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Tue, 14 May 2013 06:28:23 -0400
    ...Of course, the diesel oil pan and bell housing are a direct bolt-on. If one requires a more aggressive vigor for your Vanagon...
  • Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 6 Oct 2004 13:59:18 -0400
    ...Alternator mounting bolt will break if it's too loose, check Bentley -- I think they re-spec'ed the bolt and torque requirements. *WATCH...
  • Re: I-4 conversion general info
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Mon, 26 Oct 2015 09:24:59 -0400
    ...And, I need FAS's kit, > which includes the adapter plate, flywheel, flex plate, throttle/kick down > cable; and their mounting system with oil...
  • Re: 2.0L I4 Opportunities
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Tue, 14 May 2013 12:20:41 -0400
    ...Although there are methods for mounting these and other engines at the donor car's original angle, I wanted the full utility of a...
  • Re: Theme song for Tii: "Good Vibrations"
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Fri, 28 Feb 2003 15:37:50 -0800
    ...has this vibration problem so severe it breaks the >>AC comp mounting bolts, etc. >>with the belts disconnected briefly and the engine run, there...
  • Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
    Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
    Wed, 6 Oct 2004 20:37:46 +0200
    ...Alternator mounting bolt will break if it's too loose, check Bentley -- I think they re-spec'ed the bolt and torque requirements. *WATCH...
  • Re: off with her heads
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
    Thu, 24 Oct 2013 14:09:42 -0700
    ...The only minor differeence is the 2.1 has a support brkt for the dipstick that bolts to the bottom of the alternator pivot...
  • Re: Engine alternative (inline four) a bit long
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:42:10 -0700
    ...and shoot..........now this means that instead of selling diesel vanagon engine mounting parts I hvae in stock, I need to save them for...
  • Auxiliary Battery Installation II: Hawker Odyssey battery, Hella relay, Chargetek AC charger (v. long)
    Historical mailing list - Chris Earl
    Wed, 2 Jul 2003 22:14:38 -0400
    ...Reinstalled the post and bolted on the battery ground strap. Using the 8mm bolt and washers, I attached the battery ground strap and the...
  • Dead Van in SF Update (Final!!!) ;-) trip report
    Historical mailing list - jon
    Mon, 30 Jan 2006 00:58:08 -0800
    ...We took the exit, and moved the wiper back to the correct position, and tightened the loose wipe mounting bolt. This task was made...
  • Re: Theme song for Tii: "Good Vibrations"
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
    Fri, 28 Feb 2003 17:05:41 -0500
    ...has this vibration problem so severe it breaks the > >AC comp mounting bolts, etc. > >with the belts disconnected briefly and the engine run, there...
  • Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 6 Sep 2009 20:31:57 -0400
    ...14 but I don't think so -- maybe on the alternator mounting bolt nut? -- my current one is 13 on each end; a 3...
  • Re: Just how far in over my head am I? (long)
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 7 Jul 2006 08:48:28 -0400
    ...Suspension components, bolts etc etc etc. and the beginnings of various seam rust. Brake backing plates and dust shields were approaching lacy condition. LIcense...
  • Re: Replace 1.9 with a 2.1 WBX
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:47:56 -0800
    ...didn't get the aluminum rear engine mounting >> bracket for the 2.1 ......which has bolt holes for the 2.1 >> exhaust brackets..........two...
  • Re: Just how far in over my head am I? (long)
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Fri, 7 Jul 2006 08:50:37 -0500
    ...I've never been anyplace that my van hasn't brought me back from except once when an aftermarket alternator failed on the way...
  • Re: Good collaboration with a mechanic?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:35:41 -0700
    ...and ...oh right, we need to check the alternator mounting bracket bolts since that's a known weakness on waterboxer engines .. and oh look...
  • Re: Just how far in over my head am I? (long)
    Historical mailing list - joe trussell
    Fri, 7 Jul 2006 12:59:41 +0000
    ...Suspension components, >bolts etc etc etc. and the beginnings of various seam rust. Brake >backing plates and dust shields were approaching lacy >condition. LIcense...
  • Re: Good collaboration with a mechanic?
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:05:14 -0700
    ...and ...oh right, we need to check the alternator mounting bracket bolts since that's a known weakness on waterboxer engines .. and oh look...
  • Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Sun, 6 Sep 2009 21:32:35 -0500
    ...14 but I don't think so >-- maybe on the alternator mounting bolt nut? -- my current one is 13 >on each end; a 3...
  • Re: Good collaboration with a mechanic?
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wyatt
    Sat, 30 Oct 2010 08:17:15 -0600
    ...do that .. > and ...oh right, we need to check the alternator mounting bracket bolts > since that's a known weakness on waterboxer engines .. > and...
  • Re: Good collaboration with a mechanic?
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:25:37 -0700
    ...and ...oh right, we need to check the alternator mounting bracket bolts since that's a known weakness on waterboxer engines .. and oh look...
  • Re: Theme song for Tii: "Good Vibrations"
    Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
    Fri, 28 Feb 2003 22:31:14 +0000
    ...has this vibration problem so severe it breaks >the > > >AC comp mounting bolts, etc. > > >with the belts disconnected briefly and the engine run, there...
  • DaBoat 2-liter update - it lives! (long)
    Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
    Tue, 19 Dec 1995 09:25:45 -0800 (PST)
    ...I got two long bolts that I have saved for this purpose, and put them through the upper mounting holes. Made sure the engine...
  • Re: What years power steering?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:04:44 -0700
    ...head, the bosses are cast into the head there for three mounting bolts, but they are not drilled or taped. But it's not...