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• Re: Urgent Starting Problem!/ Suspect Neutral/Park Starter Switch/Contact Bridge Problem - status update
  Historical mailing list - Doug
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 17:41:52 -0500
  ...All the dash lights came on >>> but no start. >>> >>> I called the mechanic and he told me the contact from the Automatic shifter >>> just...
• Top-Load Fridge for Westy
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Wed, 15 Sep 2004 09:28:50 -0700
  ...The Coolmatic unit has the unique battery monitor function which you can set to automatically stop drawing the current when the battery voltage gets...
• Re: Audi 100/200 callipers PHOTOS
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Thu, 12 Feb 2004 06:36:20 +0000
  ...I did notice though that you have the allen type fasteners holding the caliper to the bracket. I would be very curious as to...
• Re: Vanagon heater fan
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Oct 1996 02:06:23 -0400 (AST)
  ...If not then there are screw(s) underneath dash that hold the airbox up to underside of dash, remove them and the unit drops...
• Re: Aircooled Cylinder Head Temps - first observations
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Sun, 24 Dec 2006 20:03:19 -0800
  ...The most important functional distinction between the two is that Novak's injector "bubbles " most rapidly when the car is idling and least intensely...
• Re: Propane and refrigerator success
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 27 Jun 2015 16:12:16 -0500
  ...in the same > > >>>>>>>> category as holding your tongue just right. > > >>>>>>>> > > >>>>>>>> -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott 1984 Westfalia, auto > > >>>>>>>> trans, Bend, Ore. > > >>>>>>>> > > >>>>>>>>> On 06/26...
• Re: Multi meters, Was Dang Headlights.
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 8 Jan 2017 16:18:40 -0800
  ...It has a hold function so you can catch a reading >> such as testing the starter. Even nicer is that this economy meter is...
• Re: Power Steering Pumps - Again!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:25:12 -0700
  ...Power Steering Pumps - Again! >>> >>> Dennis, >>> >>> My pumps still function. BUT - they whine like crazy, it's loud, and >>> it's far worse when turning...
• Re: No Start & Sliding door handle'
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Sun, 9 Jul 2017 15:07:32 -0700
  ...There’s one small screw that holds the >>> lock >>>>>>> cylinder. Remove it, exchange lock cylinders, replace it. All >>> done. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Jun 6, 2017, at...
• Re: No Start & Sliding door handle'
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 9 Jul 2017 22:27:43 +0000
  ...There�s one small screw that holds the >> lock >> >> > > cylinder. Remove it, exchange lock cylinders, replace it. All >> done. >> >> > > >> >> > > >> >> > > >> >> > > >> >> > > > On Jun 6, 2017, at...
• Re: Alternate storage Areas Was: Big empty space just forward of Passenger Side brake light
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:35:50 -0800
  ...that I got from AutoZone for the space between the > > seats. It works fine, and even has cup holders. However, it is no > longer...
• Re: the turbo encabulator (F)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 13:54:01 -0600
  ...Then In fact the first unit was destroyed in a company moving process and never functioned again. The second unit, still incomplete, resides in...
• '57 Deluxe Update!
  Historical mailing list - Mike White
  Fri, 13 Oct 1995 09:45:39 MST
  ...Once that was replaced, and secured with the pellet looking thing that holds it down there by the accellerator pump, she was happy as...
• Re: Dang driver lowbeam and front driver turnsignal
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 6 Jan 2017 20:28:18 -0500
  ...Much better to not have it than > have > > one that can't be turned off (most auto-ranging *can* be turned off). > > > > > > > > Accuracy -- the...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Tue, 26 Nov 2013 11:26:51 -0800
  ...I haven't had time to follow > closely and didn't realize the Arduino has a built-in PWM function. If it > lacks the...
• Maybe this sums it up.. maybe not..
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Wed, 12 Sep 2001 23:37:37 -0700
  ...Grab hands, hold on >Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2001 09:05:06 -0700 > > > >=============================================== >SF GATE MORNING FIX >September 12, 2001 >=============================================== >By Mark Morford >morningfix...
• Re: Update on my westy!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 28 Sep 2007 15:13:37 -0400
  ...And, yes, the system takes automatic transmission fluid. Specified is Dexron but you'll find Dexron III on the shelves nowadays. The brake fluid...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Tue, 26 Nov 2013 15:24:11 -0600
  ...I haven't had time to follow >> closely and didn't realize the Arduino has a built-in PWM function. If it >> lacks the...
• Re: More Vacuum leak Qs 83 Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 30 Jun 1997 07:10:01 EDT
  ...Mine was pretty gunked up after 82,000 miles due to the Oil Breathing function (which is proper of course). Do not remove any...
• Re: Dang driver lowbeam and front driver turnsignal
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 7 Jan 2017 01:47:29 +0000
  ...Much better to not have it than > have > > one that can't be turned off (most auto-ranging *can* be turned off). > > > > > > > > Accuracy -- the...
• Re: knock Sensor, to run max timing, and optimize fuel grades used.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sat, 4 Nov 2000 09:54:41 +0000
  ...My feeling is that the auto based inline's weren't designed with a high duty cycle, i.e. running at 50-100% power...
• Re: Vanagon total drag and mechanical losses
  Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
  Sun, 29 Nov 1998 12:21:22 -0600
  ...Put your head against the driver's window, hold the speedometer on your right shoulder with the macro lens position selected, and start the...
• Re: Urgent Starting Problem!/ Suspect Neutral/Park Starter Switch/Contact Bridge Problem - status update
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 18:28:46 -0500
  ...All the dash lights came on >>>> but no start. >>>> >>>> I called the mechanic and he told me the contact from the Automatic shifter >>>> just...
• Re: Trans. Upgrade: Secure Front Shift Rod Bushing?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Fri, 9 Apr 2010 22:28:17 -0500
  ...Ha! > > > > > 'patience' ....patience and determination .....is highly useful in > > autotmotive repairs. > > Like 'you're gonna get it, no matter what it takes'. > > > I'll...
• (long) VW-Winnebago Rialta 20' magazine test
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Wed, 12 Oct 94 10:20:55 CDT
  ...20 gallons Sink/Shower holding .......... 6 gallons Waste-water holding .......... 12.9 gallons Hot-water capacity ........... 4 gallons Propane capacity ............. 7 gallons Furnace (1...
• Re: Measuring fuel pressure
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 30 Aug 2007 20:18:00 -0500
  ...Some have said that the OP sender won't handle the gasoline, but mine's been fully functional for a couple of years now...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Tue, 26 Nov 2013 11:45:37 -0800
  ...I haven't had time to follow >> closely and didn't realize the Arduino has a built-in PWM function. If it >> lacks the...
• Re: Surging between 1700 and 3000 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 22:04:40 -0400
  ...Dies, revs. - If I hold the throttle steady it does this very consistently I'm at a loss. Any ideas? Thanks, mordo ---------- Forwarded message...
• Re: Dang driver lowbeam and front driver turnsignal
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 6 Jan 2017 20:40:48 -0500
  ...Much better to not have it than > have > > one that can't be turned off (most auto-ranging *can* be turned off). > > > > > > > > Accuracy -- the...
• New T5 auto review English translation
  Historical mailing list - Harald Rust
  Thu, 13 Mar 2003 16:17:45 -0800
  ...There is a 6 speed automatic transmission with tiptronic function for the 5 and 6 cylinder models available. One still has to wait another...
• Re: Distributor Swap and Timing Issues - 88 GL with 2.1WBX
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 15:59:12 -0600
  ...I didn't know about the holding bracket and >> the stud with the 13mm nut. >> >> BTW - I have the strobe, tach, dwell meter, etc...
• Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:51:36 -0600
  ...Despite being referred to as zinc, this additive actually contains zinc and phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti-wear function in the motor oil...
• Re: Humid Air - Some Comments
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Fri, 28 Jun 2002 15:40:11 -0700
  ...Thats' why you hold a candle by the end that's not burning for best long lasting results. PV=NRT is the relationship. Left...
• Re: VW Customer Relations on Westfalias in US
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 09 May 1996 00:47:37 -0700
  ...Look at an old Chiltons Imported Autos Manual and see the identical Audi/VW bore and stroke etc. Makes no difference to me that...
• Re: Alternate storage Areas Was: Big empty space just forward of Passenger Side brake light
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:41:37 -0800
  ...that I got from AutoZone for the space between the >>> seats. It works fine, and even has cup holders. However, it is no >> longer...
• Re: Syncro as a daily driver?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Wed, 9 Dec 2009 10:17:53 -0500
  ...serves all of your auto >needs may be a more environmentally responsibility solution than >owning several cars for different functions. at any rate, i...
• Re: Transmission Ratios, Diesels, Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 29 Oct 2001 01:48:48 EST
  ...I never suggested a speed governor holding the damn thing at 60. As for velocity chest pounding, I just returned from a trip from...
• Re: O2 Sensorama, was: A few unrelated questions
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 10:23:12 -0400
  ...A few unrelated questions > > O2 sensor not important, eh? Just for 'clean air wack-o's' eh? > >> From a functionality/engineering perspective, the O2...
• Re: Urgent Starting Problem!/ Suspect Neutral/Park Starter Switch/Contact Bridge Problem - status update
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 17:54:52 -0800
  ...All the dash >>>>> lights came on >>>>> but no start. >>>>> >>>>> I called the mechanic and he told me the contact from the >>>>> Automatic shifter >>>>> just...
• Surging between 1700 and 3000 rpm
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Sat, 31 Mar 2007 13:34:11 -0400
  ...Dies, revs. > - If I hold the throttle steady it does this very consistently > > I'm at a loss. Any ideas? > > Thanks, > > mordo > > > ---------- Forwarded message...
• Re: EV Norcold fridge woes
  Historical mailing list - Macon Cowles
  Wed, 23 Jul 1997 19:40:25 -0600
  ...For your information, this unit has >been in the shop x number of times and it still doesn't function properly >under a number...
• Re: Transmission Ratios, Diesels, Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Robert S Keezer
  Mon, 29 Oct 2001 00:54:33 -0800
  ...Wow-I know the inline four can do the high rpm but I don't like holding that tune too long because it's...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Tue, 26 Nov 2013 16:49:07 -0800
  ...I haven't had time to follow >>> closely and didn't realize the Arduino has a built-in PWM function. If it >>> lacks the...
• Re: H4 upgrade?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 13 Jan 2015 21:20:18 -0500
  ...Those companies have decades of experience designing and manufacturing headlamps for all the major automotive companies. Their lenses look like they do because they...
• gak! another road test: 1993 VW Eurovan
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 12 Jan 95 11:08:30 CST
  ...functioning windows in the GL behind the drivers seat. There are also a few more cup holders than before (replacing those awful holders perched...
• 95 Eurovan Camper
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 27 Feb 95 15:13:36 CST
  ...none Sink holding capacity ........... 8 gal Hot water capactity ............. none Propane capactity ............... 4.7 gal Furnace ......................... 12,000 BTU Air-conditioner ................. Automotive Refrigerator .................... 2...
• Re: Audi 100/200 callipers PHOTOS
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Thu, 12 Feb 2004 09:43:16 +0100
  ...I did notice though that you have the allen type fasteners holding the > caliper to the bracket. I would be very curious as to...
• Re: VW Customer Relations on Westfalias in US
  Historical mailing list - Terry Tan
  Wed, 10 Jul 1996 05:29:09 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Look at an old Chiltons Imported Autos Manual and > see the identical Audi/VW bore and stroke etc. Makes no difference to me > that...
• Re: Installing Fuel Filter on an 88 Cant get filter out!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Mon, 11 Jul 2011 22:51:05 -0400
  ...of them ) >>> >>> the tightening screw has two functions.. >>> one it sqeazes down on the filter to hold it in the clamp.. >>> and it sqeazes...
• Re: Surging between 1700 and 3000 rpm
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 22:18:49 -0400
  ...Dies, revs. > - If I hold the throttle steady it does this very consistently > > I'm at a loss. Any ideas? > > Thanks, > > mordo > > > ---------- Forwarded message...
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 8 Oct 2008 13:10:40 -0700
  ...on the 2.1 its fully integrated as, the igniter function is inside the ECU. the ECU sees the engine is turnng via the...
• Re: How does one get a battery to charge up to where it is supposed to??
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 26 Jun 2000 12:23:10 -0400
  ...Some meters call 1000 ohms "continuity" but it isn't in automotive work. Peak reading/display hold "Vari-Pitch" variable-frequency beeper that corresponds...
• Re: Urgent Starting Problem!/ Suspect Neutral/Park Starter Switch/Contact Bridge Problem - status update
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Mon, 12 Feb 2007 23:43:19 -0500
  ...All the dash >>>>>> lights came on >>>>>> but no start. >>>>>> >>>>>> I called the mechanic and he told me the contact from the >>>>>> Automatic shifter >>>>>> just...
• Re: Urgent Starting Problem!/ Suspect Neutral/Park Starter Switch/Contact Bridge Problem - status update
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:23:19 -0500
  ...All the dash >>>>>> lights came on >>>>>> but no start. >>>>>> >>>>>> I called the mechanic and he told me the contact from the >>>>>> Automatic shifter >>>>>> just...
• Re: Installing Fuel Filter on an 88 Cant get filter out!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:12:04 -0700
  ...of them ) the tightening screw has two functions.. one it sqeazes down on the filter to hold it in the clamp.. and it sqeazes...
• Re: Installing Fuel Filter on an 88 Cant get filter out!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:13:45 -0700
  ...of them ) >>>> >>>> the tightening screw has two functions.. >>>> one it sqeazes down on the filter to hold it in the clamp.. >>>> and it sqeazes...
• Re: AFM test readings
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 01:48:46 -0400
  ...Also, many of these meters will have hold functions. To test parts of the fuel injection having duty cycle or frequency functions are a...
• Re: iWesty
  Historical mailing list - Ty Graham
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 21:58:58 -0700
  ...I like the larger screen sizes in laptops vs the dedicated auto video systems. Sure is nice to pack up my DVD system for...
• Re: Another Monster Battery Option For Stock Locations
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Wed, 2 May 2012 02:48:39 -0400
  ...the tray and have a demonically inspired destructive intent as you hold a sawzall or other cutting tool. After you have widened the battery...
• 1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg, WLE For Sale - Not Running
  Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
  Tue, 14 Jun 2005 02:53:21 EDT
  ...One little thing though, the glovebox has two tabs which hold it in the open position, and one is broken off – still function fine...