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  • Re: Quite good short tech articles
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 5 Mar 2013 18:57:08 -0800
    ...On 03/05/2013 05:50 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote: > Greetings all .. > Stumbled onto some very good short tech articles on everything from...
  • Interior lighting for the vanagon LED and CCF
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Tue, 24 Aug 2004 11:25:40 -0700
    Has anybody been playing around with CCF cold cathode flourescent technology for the vanagons? I have been doing some lighting research and found out...
  • Re: Vanagon List Moderator-let's get things underway!
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:11:02 -0600
    ...and people don't > always sit around, talking over coffee and beer, about tech things. > and some 'tech things' aren't really tech things...
  • fryday .. NVC gmail stuff
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Fri, 4 Sep 2009 09:22:42 -0700
    Protect your Gmail account by accessing the activity report<http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/helpdesk/?p=945> - *Date*: August 31st, 2009 - *Author*: William Jones...
  • Re: Replacement AFM technology
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Sun, 23 Sep 2007 15:53:28 -0400
    ...Replacement AFM technology No, but I'd sure love to ! Price is the main issue. Scott -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
  • Re: technik self study programme link~ thought it was interesting.
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 13 Dec 2010 23:03:51 -0600
    ...www.moldhaus.com On 12/13/2010 2:14 PM, Sudhir Desai wrote: > http://www.volkspage.net/technik/ssp/index_eng.php > > enjoy~ > > Sudhir > >
  • Re: "Kicking Out Window" Removal Technique
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Thu, 27 Jul 2006 08:35:07 -0400
    ...Mike Christopher Gronski wrote: <snip> > If your kicking techniqe goes wrong send me an e-mail I have about a > set and a half...
  • Re: Replacement AFM technology
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:23:16 -0700
    ...Replacement AFM technology What about this solution? has anyone tried it? http://www.gowesty.com/library_article.php?id=804
  • ADMINISTRIVIA - Vanagon List Moderators
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Sat, 17 Jan 2009 09:53:22 -0800
    ...and people don't > always sit around, talking over coffee and beer, about tech things. > and some 'tech things' aren't really tech things...
  • Re: Gas Brand Preferences?
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Mon, 6 Feb 2012 10:04:41 -0800
    ...No technical backup, >except what Mark says! Just Sayin! > >YMMV, > >Mr. BZ- Techron-smeckron > >On Feb 6, 2012, at 9:48 AM, mark drillock...
  • Re: [NVC] VW warranty scam
    Historical mailing list - VW Doka
    Fri, 8 Jun 2007 17:55:37 -0700
    ...Re: [NVC] VW warranty scam Jim, Not sure at which dealerships you know techs, but out here in California, the techs are very well...
  • Re: 101 MPH Vanagon!
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Thu, 14 Oct 2004 17:52:55 -0600
    ...Look up zinc-air battery technology on the web. It is currently the best technology available (watts per pound) but a newer technology is...
  • Anyone have Airlift pictures?
    Historical mailing list - Sean B.
    Wed, 12 Dec 2001 16:38:09 -0800
    ...Sean Birkner Technical Support Analyst Information Technology Westfield Corporation, Inc. Voice 310-445-6854 Fax 310-478-6697
  • HEAT glorious heat!!!
    Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
    Fri, 15 Feb 2002 09:19:18 -0700
    ...I'm 41, so I've owned a few :-) I love this van!!! Sean Garrett Technical Support Analyst Sr. Information Technology Arizona State University...
  • Re: Owner's Manual
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Mon, 4 Feb 2002 02:51:19 EST
    << By the way, for those who have responded regarding the technical use of the manual; I know it has little technical value. I have...
  • Vanagon List Moderator-let's get things underway!
    Historical mailing list - Don Spence
    Fri, 16 Jan 2009 15:39:03 -0700
    ...and people don't >> always sit around, talking over coffee and beer, about tech things. >> and some 'tech things' aren't really tech things...
  • Technical Bulletin 95-03 R134a retrofit
    Historical mailing list - McDermott, Timothy W.
    Mon, 27 Jul 1998 10:18:06 -0400
    I sent away for a copy of the technical service bulletin that Jim DeGennaro spoke about a while back. I have include a word...
  • Philosophy, long, working on VW's
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Sat, 23 Jan 1999 09:56:38 -0800
    ...Matthew Bulley and his non-technical posts. He posted this to type2 and has given permission for it to be forwarded to the Vanagon...
  • Re: Simple tire qurestion
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Mon, 10 Mar 2003 10:19:52 -0800
    Here is a reply I got from the Kumho tech. Some of our light truck All-Terrain tires do have 6 ply sidewalls. It...
  • Re: purple springs from H&R
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:03:01 +1300
    I still think my sorely missed > 67 split window van was the best "low-tech" vehicle I've ever driven in > snow. I'd...
  • Preparing for running issues West River Tech presentation
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 1 Jul 2022 14:22:26 -0400
    Hi folks, Any thoughts on what I should bring to the campout to support Dennis in his running Issues tech workshop? I have WD40...
  • Techron solved my stumbling idle and stalling problems!
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Mon, 15 Jun 1998 13:59:54 -0700
    ...I've been meaning to spend a weekend delving into these problems but haven't found the time...so I tried Techron additive on...
  • NVC: It's a death mobile powered by ... two screwdrivers
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Fri, 8 Apr 2011 12:47:07 -0700
    ...http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42253375/ns/technology_and_science-tech_and_gadgets/from/toolbar
  • recall / technical bulletins
    Historical mailing list - Dan Landry
    Wed, 27 Sep 2000 21:52:22 ADT
    ...Is there a website or data source where I can read or print all the recalls and / or technical bulletins for my '86 Westy...
  • Re: Vanagon fuel requirement
    Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
    Mon, 14 Sep 1998 13:20:12 -0700
    ...It is already in Chevron gas but before every oil change I add a bottle of Techron concentrate in the gas and it really...
  • Re: Euro Van pitfalls
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Wed, 8 Mar 2000 20:38:22 +0100
    ...Are there > specific pitfalls I should inquire about when I contact the owner? Have a look at the tech bulletins here: http://tech.vw...
  • Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Vanagon List Moderators
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 17 Jan 2009 18:04:35 -0600
    ...and people don't >> always sit around, talking over coffee and beer, about tech things. >> and some 'tech things' aren't really tech things...
  • hesitations (air flow meter)
    Historical mailing list - Kay O Fremgen
    Tue, 16 Feb 1999 22:31:28 -0500
    Hi Darrell, This information came direct from a technician who works the Bosch Tech Line 1-800-521-5462. According to the technician this...
  • Re: fryday .. NVC gmail stuff
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:39:59 -0600
    ...support<http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/helpdesk/?cat=17> > - *Tags:* Google > Gmail<http://search.techrepublic.com.com/search/Google+Gmail.html>, > E-mail Providers...
  • new/changed gopher for the week ending October 14th (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
    Sun, 16 Oct 1994 08:28:36 -0500 (CDT)
    ...server which contains car recall and technical service bulletins. " Admin=Bob Lash <boblash@fununiv.com> Name=ALLDATA Corporation (car recall and technical service bulletins...
  • Re: Ceramic coatings
    Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
    Thu, 16 Mar 2000 12:45:00 -0600
    <<<snip>>> I got mine done by Swain Tech. www.swaintech.com They are in New York. <<<snip>>> Scottsville, New York, to be specific. Scottsville...
  • Your Nokian Tires are calling...
    Historical mailing list - Chris Radcliffe
    Thu, 26 Oct 2000 20:56:24 -0700
    Here's a take on the techno-future of those Nokian tires long favored by Vanagon owners in the snow belt. ChrisR '90 Westy...
  • Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Vanagon List Moderators
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Sat, 17 Jan 2009 19:08:08 -0800
    ...and people don't >> always sit around, talking over coffee and beer, about tech things. >> and some 'tech things' aren't really tech things...
  • Re: scammed-the neverending defense of good mechanics everywhere!!!
    Historical mailing list - Patrick Foltz
    Sat, 9 Sep 2000 02:47:49 EDT
    And why does this man not charge for his time? Professional technicians sell time. Once again, I must bring up the Doctor/Auto technician...
  • Re: Gland Nut Overtorque
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 2 Jan 1995 22:36:56 -0500
    There is a tech note bulliten about some bolt back in there near the clutch that shouldn't be torqued as tight as stated...
  • Eurovan Westy 92 gasoline heater
    Historical mailing list - Raymond Garrett
    Thu, 07 Aug 1997 21:16:50 -0400
    ...The garage Technician said it might be the points, or the heat sensor or the ... Anyone know where I can get some tech manuals...
  • Monitor gadget for O2 sensor.
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Sun, 19 Dec 2004 11:50:12 -0500
    ...http://tinyurl.com/4ouhj In this humble technician's opinion, a real work of techno art. Read all about it at http://neksiwel.20m...
  • Re: Another Dometic Problem, Archives searched
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Fri, 7 Jul 2006 11:14:29 -0700
    ...Refidge Tech Ref I recommend this site for a LOT of tech info on refigerators. You will have to dig a little to find...
  • Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Vanagon List Moderators
    Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
    Sat, 17 Jan 2009 18:26:47 +0000
    ...and people don't > > always sit around, talking over coffee and beer, about tech things. > > and some 'tech things' aren't really tech things...
  • Re: Are Vanagons more trouble than they're worth?(long but worth it)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Sun, 11 Mar 2001 14:45:47 -0600
    > << Apparently VWoA did a very > poor job of training their technicians in Vanagon technology and > consequently today guesswork is wide-spread. >> > > Or, perhaps the...
  • Re: I win!!! the worse ever "westy part" picture...
    Historical mailing list - Dennis
    Wed, 16 Mar 2005 20:26:10 -0500
    ...I spoke with the tech folks at techline before I bought and applied that product. After, following their technical advice, I was completely happy...
  • Re: Curious Question (totallyNVC) Babbit bearings
    Historical mailing list - Sam Payne
    Wed, 30 Jun 2004 03:36:05 -0400
    Many old woodworking machines used babbitt bearings and there are several good sources for babbitt and descriptions of pouring techniques and scraping techniques for...
  • Re: Vanagon fire fighting techniques
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Sun, 21 Dec 2003 10:38:57 -0500
    ...True or false? Ken Lewis 86 Transporter Crew Cab 60 356 T-5 Porsche http://neksiwel.20m.com/ Vanagon tech, pixs, O2 monitor gadget...
  • Re: Techron vs. other brand(s) injector cleaner - '91 Vanagon GL
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 16 Jun 2010 17:52:46 -0700
    I sure doubt that Techon from Chevron and Penzoil's product are the same, but they could be close. I'm sure some fuel...
  • Re: holding liscense plate down while checking oil? Techniques?
    Historical mailing list - Mary Beth and Chris Geiser
    Tue, 6 Mar 2001 17:48:40 -0600
    I'll second the foot technique, or a knee against it if I'm wearing an old pair of pants.... I also cut a...
  • Re: Techron
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:04:49 -0500
    ...BZ-no scientific data to back up claim Whatever if anything Techron is. I used to see all the different gasoline company tank trucks...
  • Re: WBX Nightmares
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Mon, 14 Aug 2000 12:21:47 EDT
    ...Pistons/ TBC & PM 4 $30.00 $120.00 Swain Techniques, Inc. Heads/ TBC Comb. Chambers 2 $40.00 $80.00 Swain Techniques, Inc. Exhaust...
  • Re: R&R Power Steering Rack
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Mon, 6 Sep 2021 07:57:07 -0700
    ...The shop usually pays technicians on a piece work basis, not simply by the on duty clock hour. So, a technician will get a...
  • Auto Techs: the Next Generation
    Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
    Thu, 9 Nov 1995 16:32:05 CST6CDT
    ...However, they are being diagnosed and repaired by well-trained technicians that have a good understanding of the fundamentals of engine systems in addition...
  • Re: holding liscense plate down while checking oil? Techniques?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Tue, 6 Mar 2001 17:15:54 -0700
    ...holding liscense plate down while checking oil? Techniques? > Ok, how about some techniques on how to hold the liscense plate down and > check the...
  • Re: The wire harness becomes brittle
    Historical mailing list - TC
    Sun, 4 Feb 2007 20:05:40 -0800
    ...Put them all > together and enclosing them can become a technician's nightmare. well if a connector (gotta find right type maybe just a...
  • VW Tech manuals, Must haves, and DIY maintenance & vehicle reliability
    Historical mailing list - Daniel O Stevens
    Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:39:46 -0400
    ...The Bentley is more technical. a little thicker, but the reading and instructions are a little more technical. they can be moderate to pricey...
  • Re: How best to JB weld pitted heads?
    Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
    Mon, 13 Mar 2000 22:53:09 -0500
    ...ftp://gerry.vanagon.com/pub/technical/HeadGasketProcedure/ (careful - large images) and ftp://gerry.vanagon.com/pub/technical/how-to/head-gasket-replacement.txt and...
  • Re: Vanagon Syndrome TSB 92-02: Also Applies To Digijet ?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 21 Jun 2017 17:03:47 -0400
    ...All Water Cooled > >> Engine Vanagons SUPERCEDES TECHNICAL BULLETIN 24-92-01 (February 29, > >> 1992) CONDITION After driving for an extended period of time at...
  • Re: Techron
    Historical mailing list - Annie
    Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:59:05 -0700
    ...BZ-no scientific data to back up claim > > > > > > > > On Jun 16, 2010, at 10:57 PM, Tabe Johnson wrote: > > > > So Techron is the cat...
  • Re: I've been waiting ALL WEEK for Friday.....
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Fri, 5 Aug 2011 17:32:27 -0400
    ...I think the technology in that race series actually has a little > more to cross over to street vehicle technology...Pretty incredible how fast...
  • Euro-Drive: UPDATE 87 Volkswagen Vanagon, No-start
    Historical mailing list - "Jerry Thomas (by way of Derek Drew )"
    Fri, 14 May 1999 10:32:59 -0400
    ...Always _________________________ UPDATE: __________________________ VW TECHS,I recieved many respones all very helpful.As suggested ground on drivers side of engine was broken and about to...
  • Re: South African Grille headlight conversion on an 84 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Scott Wetzel
    Wed, 22 Sep 2004 11:46:38 -0700
    ...If you have any questions, there is a pretty good website which helped me with problems on my Rabbit http://www.danielsternlighting.com/tech...
  • NVC - Good article on technical analisys of engine oil filters
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:06:12 +0000
    ...articles/mi_m0BQH/is_7_49/ai_n26972065 Engine oil filters : technical and empirical evaluations of anti-drain back systems and element tubes</a...
  • Re: New Ground Wire for Rear Stereo - Part I
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Sun, 25 Apr 1999 18:23:22 -0400
    ...Old technology rear speakers share a ground wire. >New technology speakers >require<< a seperate ground. Shared ground >will burn up the amp! <bold>Michael...