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• Re: Connecting rod questions
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 19:18:28 -0800
  On Thu, 18 Feb 1999, Joseph Fournier wrote: > Your manual, Clymer's has been reputed to have some errors. I've > always found it...
• Re: 1.9 heads on 2.1 engine. Why
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 22 Oct 1999 13:46:29 +0200
  ...More power mean more stress on things > like, connecting rods, bearings, pistons, crank. Compression leaks front > the head gaskets, are a big problem in...
• Re: Diesel Holes!
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 12 Jan 2004 17:47:47 -0500
  ...and every single Vanagon diesel engine there had a fist sized hole in the side with a connecting rod haging out. Some of these...
• Re: How to measure piston length??
  Historical mailing list - al brase
  Wed, 31 Mar 1999 22:45:10 -0600
  ...engines I'm rebuilding back > together I determined the long/short connecting rods by putting 3 at a > time on a piston pin and...
• transmission change: how to turn a/c engine to get at bolts???
  Historical mailing list - al sinclair
  Sat, 3 Dec 2005 12:22:13 -0800
  ...tube going through the front cover plate; it also has a rod connecting it to the throttle assembly. In the Bentley pic 38-394...
• Re: extra engine... overhaul...
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Tue, 6 Nov 2007 14:19:46 -0800
  ...just check replace the main and rod bearings, and probably rebuilt connecting rods, if everything looks ok on top. This is the engine... No...
• Urgent - Stranded Vanagon Gal Needs Help / South Dakota
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Tue, 31 Aug 2004 18:16:47 -0700
  ...Engine case Crankshaft Connecting rods All for a 2.1 liter Vanagon motor If you have any of these parts in good used or...
• Re: Can I get a diagnosis please, Part II
  Historical mailing list - Access Systems
  Sun, 27 Jun 1999 22:12:24 -0400
  ...sounds like at least that head has to come off, I would guess that a connecting rod let go somehow?!?! > This engine is a...
• Re: wipers no longer aligned with each other 87 westy
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 4 Dec 2002 12:52:45 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL driver Mike Kozak wrote: > Hello All, This baffles me. the front windshield wipers are no > longer alligned with each other...
• Re: 1.9L WBX to 2.1L WBX -
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 15 Mar 2005 18:46:36 -0800
  ...machine shop will have to grind a bit off of the >> connecting rods (then ensure they are balanced) so they don't hit the...
• Re: Hard plastic fuel line between fuel pump and firewall connector
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 14:53:03 -0600
  ...John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL Http://www.moldhaus.com On 12/18/2010 1:34 PM, David...
• Re: Separating the Engine Case. Any tips?
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:16:32 -0800
  ...I'm POSITIVE I got all the > >> bolts/nuts off and was hoping to crack this case to get my broken > >> connecting rod out...
• Re: more on the Wiper Motor
  Historical mailing list - Jack Newton
  Sat, 19 Sep 1998 00:08:46 +1000
  ...the wiper crank (connecting the relay rod to the wiper shaft) is loose on wiper shaft, or c) the relay rod is not connected...
• Re: Ignition Switch, Battery and Starter Protection
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 18:53:37 -0500
  ...Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of John Rodgers Sent: Sunday, December 12, 2010 12:30 PM To: vanagon@GERRY...
• Running on tap water - didn't work!
  Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
  Thu, 18 Jul 2002 20:09:00 -0400
  ...Plus some things like a steel connecting rod surrounded by a ceramic which puts the steel under constant stress loading can be made using...
• Re: Thread locker on rod bolts? A quiz!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:11:30 -0400
  ...Thread locker on rod bolts? http://www.fastenal.com/web/services.ex?action=FEDS&article=Reuse Pay particular attention the last paragraph. Rebuilt connecting...
• Re: Running without backpressure
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 10 Sep 2000 21:13:41 -0500
  ...Makes you wonder what next! John Rodgers 88GL Driver Dave Nadeau wrote: > Well, I started my trip on Friday from Phoenix to San Diego...
• Re: Solid Lifters
  Historical mailing list - Chad Morris
  Wed, 24 Sep 2003 08:52:40 -0600
  I heard that Jerry, of Northwest Connecting Rod fame, wanted a performance waterboxer. So, he built a 2.1 with solid lifters, an Engle...
• Re: Removing Windshield Washer Nozzles
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Tue, 22 Oct 2002 20:43:26 -0400
  ...I had to remove the following: - instrument cluster, - glove compartment door, - heater duct - wiper motor and connecting rods (for the right side nozzle). What...
• Re: Boston Bob....AVP....GEX...???
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:26:17 -0800
  ...rods where part of the bottom end and would not 'New chromoly steel I-beam connecting rods' be a better than std oem rods...
• Re: Thread locker on rod bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
  Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:50:54 -0500
  ...version of ETKA, both engines use connecting rod set > part # 025198401A. However the 1.9 uses rod bolt 113105425B and nut > 113105427. The 2...
• Subject: hardware and torqueing was Flexing cranks and Yielding Bolts
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Thu, 22 Feb 2001 19:31:21 EST
  ...The article on connecting rod bolts was very informative, maybe too much so. Too much knowldge is a dangerous thing. Maybe I misunderstood but...
• more stuff for sale
  Historical mailing list - Seth Bruggeman
  Sat, 10 Nov 2001 13:07:05 -0800
  ...four piston rods; only one with bolts connecting two halves of rod 5. complete a/c bracket--both halves with all mounting hardware (this...
• Re: tie rod removal
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sun, 6 Jun 2004 23:02:49 +0000
  ...if I can avoid it. <DIV></DIV>&nbsp;&nbsp; The edge of the connecting nut needs to be driven out of the groove <DIV...
• Re: quick question: my plastic firewall fitting is made of metal?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 4 Feb 2008 00:09:54 -0600
  ...Good Luck, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Wesley Pegden wrote: > John, > thanks for the response. I ended up ditching it before I got your...
• Re: 2.1L Oil pressure problem: Rods: SYMPTOM NOT CAUSE:UNBALANCED crank the ...
  Historical mailing list - Steven Denis
  Sun, 11 Feb 2001 20:25:50 EST
  ...I just have a little trouble relating the failure of the 2.1 connecting rods to the fact that that crank is not "fully...
• Re: 1.9L exhaust system comments
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Bell
  Sat, 27 Apr 2002 19:06:56 -0500
  ...Ken? How many wasserleakers are replaced due to > broken cranks or connecting rods? I'm sure there are some, just don't think > it...
• Re: Engine braces
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 17 Nov 1998 14:12:06 EST
  ...You have to use bronze brazing rod, the silver won't build up.... I imagine welding could do as well. They cost $25 or...
• Re: Electric Locks
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 07:15:23 -0700
  ...https://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Volkswagen-Connecting-Rod-Right-NOS-Vanagon-syncro-24-25-251862163-/192872427970 Steven 91 Westy <https://www.avast.com...
• Re: 84 update/head job
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Tue, 21 May 2002 14:53:02 -0400
  ...WARNING, doing so imply an increase in compression, that is not always good!!!!!!! The low part of the engine; pistons, rings, connecting rods are...
• Re: 2.0L I4 Opportunities
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 14 May 2013 07:41:07 -0700
  ...The word on the street (VW Vortex) is that the ABA has 16 mm longer connecting rods. However, I've learned my lesson. I...
• Re: Head advice
  Historical mailing list - Johan Nyberg
  Mon, 2 Nov 1998 21:49:04 +0100
  ...The really hard part is to get the pistons off the connecting rods. I removed the oil filler tube, the dipstick tube and the...
• Re: Starwagen Gets A New Heart!
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 15 Apr 2015 18:11:26 -0700
  ...I'm also going with a custom rebuilt 2.3L from a rebuilder (NW Connecting Rod) with a great reputation. And I damn well...
• 2.2 into a 1.9 case
  Historical mailing list - George Laubach
  Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:58:51 -0500
  ...Along with the new P/C's I also installed new driveshaft, connecting rods and cam (and new lifters). What might your wisdom conject...
• Re: quick question: my plastic firewall fitting is made of metal?
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Mon, 4 Feb 2008 00:59:33 -0500
  ...Thanks again, Wes John Rodgers wrote: > Keep the metal. It is an upgrade. > > When the plastic ones fail due to aging making the plastic...
• Ignition Switch, Battery and Starter Protection
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 11:30:17 -0600
  ...Turn the ignition switch to the start position, the relay closes, connecting the starter and the battery. As soon as the engine starts, the...
• Re: 88 GL Newbie Needs Direction
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 14 Mar 2002 19:33:36 -0800
  ...Usually #3 connecting rod big end through the top of the case. There's not much to tuning one. Plugs, cap & rotor. New air...
• MOFOCO report
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Mar 1996 12:58:32 -1000
  ...The wrist pin bushings on the "rebuilt" connecting rods were over sized and out-of-round. The reground camshaft had worn out bearing surfaces...
• Re: oil pressure problem
  Historical mailing list - Michael Y. Feng
  Mon, 13 Sep 1999 09:00:22 -0400
  ...I'm not sure if the connecting rod bolts were reused during the rebuild which occurred 2 years ago. I'll call the mechanic...
• Re: Running without backpressure
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
  Mon, 11 Sep 2000 17:22:53 -0700
  ...of or onto the connecting pipe (no catalytic converter), so I could have muffler and quiet or play "hot rod" and go deaf. My...
• Re: converting an 83.5 to power steering ?
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Tue, 22 Mar 2005 12:49:49 -0800
  ...rod.May need to replace U-joints(3) as they are probably cracking by now.And last but not least flush system before connecting...
• Re: resurfacing air cooled cylinder heads
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 09:53:23 -0600
  ...I hear good things about Northwest Connecting Rod Company in Seattle area. I think list members have all had good luck buying rebuilt / exchange...
• Re: Helmet laws
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 25 Sep 2003 21:12:30 -0400
  ...Death came with several broken > valves, two destroyed pistons and connecting rods, and matching windows > on each side of the block. Warranty denied! Yup...
• Re: Thermostat problem??
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 29 Mar 2000 08:08:35 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver John Clavin wrote: > I had a pressure leak develop where the thermostat housing bolts to the > side of the...
• Re: flickering oil light at idle
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 19:46:28 -0400
  dawn i would attribute it to excessive clearance in the main bearings and the big end of the connecting rods. make sure that you...
• Re: Bus Repairs-Wash. State.
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Rathke
  Mon, 3 Oct 1994 14:36:32 -0700
  ...a '72 Bus that I bought from the owner of Northwest Connecting Rod, He's honest and straight forward but, he mostly just does...
• Re: LONG BLOCK vs SHORT BLOCK??
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 3 Nov 1994 14:03:36 -0600 (CST)
  ...and is somewhat 'long'er than just a case /w/ connecting rods hanging out, which is a short block. If you get the alternator...
• Re: My Audi 80 2.0L engine swap starts Sunday!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 10 Aug 1998 07:31:15 -0700
  The ABA is 16.5mm higher due to longer connecting rods, stroke is the same. Most people want the throttle body to go to...
• Re: Thread locker on rod bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:03:14 -0700
  ...version of ETKA, both engines use connecting rod set >> part # 025198401A. However the 1.9 uses rod bolt 113105425B and nut >> 113105427. The 2...
• Rod journal size for a 2.0l?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sun, 3 Jan 1999 18:01:03 -0800
  ...I thought I'd practice by measuring the diameter of a connecting rod journal on one of the cranks on my bench. I got...
• Re: Connecting rod questions
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 21:55:42 -0600
  > On Thu, 18 Feb 1999, Joseph Fournier wrote: > >> Your manual, Clymer's has been reputed to have some errors. I've >> always found it...
• 1986 Sunroof Van for sale...Seattle, WA
  Historical mailing list - Steve C.
  Tue, 12 Dec 2000 18:17:25 -0800
  ...Engine was rebuilt, with warranty, by Northwest Connecting Rod, a very reputable engine rebuilder in Seattle. Engine has 48k miles on it. Drives perfect...
• Re: Dead diesel diagnosis/postmortem
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Fri, 17 Aug 2001 09:02:03 -0700
  ...the big end >bearing cap on connecting rod #2 (second from the back of the van) looked >funny. All the other rod ends were...
• 82 Vanagon D: oil light blinks on after hard braking
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Tue, 23 Jul 2002 22:08:33 -0700
  ...I just drove my 1982 Vanagon diesel after it had been sitting for two years during which I replaced the main and connecting rod...
• Open Letter to GEX
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Fri, 25 Aug 2000 09:39:28 -0500
  ...The 1st 1776 broke a connecting rod with only 50 miles on the engine. It took the threat of several lawyers on the Vintage...
• Re: Rod Nut Torque
  Historical mailing list - Racer X
  Sun, 15 Nov 1998 15:14:27 +0000
  ...though) > and find the Bentley documentation insufficient regarding the reuse of > connecting rod bolts. The 2.1 uses a stretch bolt, where 22 ft...
• Re: Friday engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:08:07 -0400
  ...wrote: > There is apparently a rigid boxer definition in which the connecting rods > cannot share crank journals. > Most "V" engines share crank journals and...
• Re: quick question: my plastic firewall fitting is made of metal?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 3 Feb 2008 15:34:54 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Wesley Pegden wrote: > Hi guys, > I'm finishing up my fuel line job right now that I finally got...
• How bad is it to have dual carbs instaed if the FI on an 84
  Historical mailing list - A J
  Wed, 21 Aug 2013 00:48:44 -0400
  ...little individual air filters and a connecting rod connected from the accelerator linkage to a long pivit rod that connects both carbs. Im not...
• engine install
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Nelson
  Sun, 12 Mar 2000 22:26:24 -0700
  ...The engine was actually quite clean and dry before it threw that nasty rod. I'm planning on getting it together and driving it...