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• Re: front suspension problem
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 19 Apr 2008 23:04:47 -0400
  ...Can anyone give me some direction on > what's going on here? Is it the upper ball joint? > Related question: I'm working a...
• Re: Power to Standard Steering Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:36:23 -0700
  ...The power rack has a universal joint between the rack and the steering > shaft, the standard steering uses a flex plate. > > I�m not...
• Re: Fun Bus Trip report
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 17:13:59 -0500
  ...In addition I think I am experiencing both > drive shaft universal joint issues and maybe a bad VC joint. I get a real > bad...
• Re: Fun Bus Trip report
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 12:59:37 -0800
  ...In addition I think I am experiencing both > drive shaft universal joint issues and maybe a bad VC joint. I get a real > bad...
• Re: Coolant leak - it was bound to happen
  Historical mailing list - James
  Fri, 31 Jul 2015 09:18:57 -0400
  ...1-4-drive-hand-socket/products/1-4-drive-12-point-universal-joint-socketsstandard-length James Ottawa, ON > Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 20...
• moving from California to Virginia
  Historical mailing list - Jim Snyder
  Mon, 11 Oct 1999 09:25:30 -0700
  ...Can I substitute another universal clamp or go with the dealer repair? There is no noise coming from the cv joint and the boot...
• [Fwd: Reaching skylight knob]
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:51:11 -0700
  Following up on my own query (below), How about removing the knob, connecting a universal joint to the shaft, then a 6'' shaft, then...
• Re: Shift rod
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:11:38 -0800
  ...a >> modification so that the rear rod could attach to the universal joint. >> This would be in advance (by, say, a year or so...
• Re: H20 pump research clarification
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 8 May 2000 14:09:37 -0400
  ...In the tools section where he speaks of a universal-joint extension, do not dream that you might get away without it. You'll...
• new noise. help.
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 13:39:06 -0800
  ...I stopped the first chance i got and yanked at the front axles, diff, driveshaft, universal joints, and everythingk i could get to. NOTHING...
• '88 Power Steering - Update
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 1 Apr 1996 08:50:09 PDT
  ...Seems like a sticking universal joint or something. Then I spot the "transfer gear" housing as the book calls it. It mentions to grease...
• Re: Replacing water pump - pointers?
  Historical mailing list - David Bayer
  Wed, 8 Oct 1997 12:23:15 -0700
  ...need to pull the crankshaft pulley to get at), but a universal joint on the end of the socket enabled me to get that...
• Rostra 250-1223 Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 6 Jul 2021 00:08:45 +0000
  ...Universal Cruise Control Kit ($209 on Amazon).  I already have the dash mounted control switch, and also the magnets (zip-tied to CV Joint...
• Re: Wanted in LA area: knuckes etc from power-steered van
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 23:23:50 +1300
  ...If >that's the case, you'll also need the universal joint that is specific to >the power steering Vanagons. I guess so. Wish...
• Re: Generic, three wire, O2 Sensor choice for digifant?
  Historical mailing list - Cliff Ober
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 19:26:16 -0500
  ...I find it very hard to believe that a few milliohms resistance in a splice joint can cause any problem at those voltage levels...
• Re: Replacing steering rubber link with universal joint
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 8 Oct 2002 21:46:34 +1300
  ...There is a purpose-made snap-off/bendy joint in the column just above the cockpit floor, so the rubber unit isn't really...
• Re: Steering "clunk" noise solved??
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 17 Jan 2009 20:56:56 -0600
  ...My culprit is the universal joint in the intermediate rod/shaft having wallered out its thrust surfaces. Guess all those years of driving without...
• Re: [Fwd: Reaching skylight knob]
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:15:31 +0000
  ...Reaching skylight knob] > >>> > >>> Following up on my own query (below), How about removing the > >>> knob, connecting a universal joint to the shaft, then a...
• Muffler Replacement Notes - 1986 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Tue, 30 Nov 1999 12:00:26 -0700
  ...It is similar to a universal joint in that it allows the exhaust pipe to be rotated around for adjustment. I mounted the brackets...
• Re: Spare Parts List - Input
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 10:14:04 -0400
  ...1990 Westy Syncro w/160k miles Stats: - Fresh Engine Rebuild - Fresh Trans Rebuild - New VC - Rebalanced Drive Shaft - New Universal Joints - Fresh AC Rebuild...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 14:32:25 -0500
  ...3/8" and 1/2" drive extensions (short, medium, long) and universal joints 3/8" drive metric deep socket set 1/2" drive metric...
• Re: Well, it's over.
  Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 23:41:45 EST
  ...Universal joint for a Syncro steering column > 3. Four plastic full wheel covers (one with chip) > 4. Bentley manual > > I also have the cylinder...
• Re: CV joints...condition?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 22 Nov 2008 16:29:58 -0500
  ...A CV joint not > only > provides the 'universal joint' affect - transfering drive of a rotating > shaft through an angle, and one that varies too...
• Re: leaking power steering rack pinion shaft seal
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 25 May 2010 11:52:23 -0500
  ...Its coming from the seal > on the part (pinion shaft?) right near the universal joint. Here's a photo > with arrow pointing to the...
• re: Syncro Driveshaft Shot!
  Historical mailing list
  06 Feb 96 06:37:00 EST
  ...The long and short of it is that Larry noticed alot of play in the universal joint at the tranny end of the drive...
• Re: Help...CV's were fine, but symptoms persist
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 01:46:00 EST
  ...From my experience the Cv joint makes a knocking noise rather than a clicking noise. I'm not trying to be as jerk (I...
• Re: Coolant leak - it was bound to happen
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Fri, 31 Jul 2015 10:26:54 -0300
  ...1-4-drive-hand-socket/products/1-4-drive-12-point-universal-joint-socketsstandard-length > > James > Ottawa, ON > >> Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 20...
• Re: Broken CV Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 22:22:04 -0700
  dear busted cv joints this post reminds me of two things one part van related and one part not the van related i used...
• Re: Well, it's over.
  Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
  Mon, 17 Jan 2000 09:52:50 EST
  ...Universal joint for a Syncro steering column > 3. Four plastic full wheel covers (one with chip) > 4. Bentley manual > 5. Instrument cluster > 6. Stabilizer...
• Re: FAG or SKF wheel bearings?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 7 Aug 2008 18:04:55 -0700
  ...Given the odd angles, I don't think it can work with >> any unmodified "universal" set. >> >>
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 14:44:04 -0500
  ...3/8" and 1/2" drive extensions (short, medium, long) and universal joints > 3/8" drive metric deep socket set > 1/2" drive metric...
• Re: [Fwd: Reaching skylight knob]
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 15:00:53 -0700
  ...my own query (below), How about removing the knob, > connecting a universal joint to the shaft, then a 6'' shaft, then > attaching a knob...
• Re: Michelin Agilis51 215/65R15's are the same diameter as stock 185/82R14's
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Tue, 5 Dec 2000 18:47:39 -0800
  ...106R) which Frank hated so much (though he had a bad universal joint, or something, and someone else has 81's and likes them...
• Re: Wanted in LA area: knuckes etc from power-steered van
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sun, 23 Jan 2005 01:28:49 -0800
  ...If that's the case, you'll also need the universal joint that is specific to the power steering Vanagons. Cheers, Jeff www.vanagonparts...
• Re: water pump
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 24 Aug 94 13:06:21 EDT
  ...Other tools used were a 3/8" drive, metric sockets, universal joint, various extensions, siphon hose, catch pan and pliers for the hose clamps...
• Wanted: knuckes etc from power-steered van
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 22:43:50 +1300
  ...The intermediate steering shaft is $322; the universal joint is another $170. Obviously I am NOT going to be buying new items in this...
• Re: new noise. help.
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 14:08:41 -0800
  ...chance i got and yanked at the > front axles, diff, driveshaft, universal joints, and > everythingk i could get to. NOTHING moves at all. > Everything...
• Re: tie rode end remover followup Q
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 17 Mar 2004 06:22:47 -0500
  ...I'm not sure if this is critical or if basically any"universal" tie rod end > puller will work. I see a price range...
• Re: A Cascade of Problems --- '84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 22 Apr 2001 22:25:02 -0400
  ...The pump is quite a nuisance to remove and replace -- you'll probably need a universal-joint socket extender, and a 6mm hex key...
• Re: Help...CV's were fine, but symptoms persist
  Historical mailing list - Sean Cole
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 00:10:26 PST
  ...Is it possible I massaged some grease into an unlubricated part of the joint? Right now, I'm just going to drive it around...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 7 Sep 2010 22:24:27 -0400
  ...8-drive sockets, with a ratchet and short extension, 3" extension, universal joint. Preferably six-point sockets -- although with a beam-type torque wrench...
• Re: Reman. Half Shaft---an Oxymoron???
  Historical mailing list - John P. Flaherty
  Tue, 16 Apr 2002 10:40:24 -0400
  ...Also the boots > will be universal $2 cheapies that will not last. > > Dennis > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: Rostra 250-1223 Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 5 Jul 2021 19:48:04 -0700
  ...Universal > Cruise Control Kit ($209 on Amazon). I already have the dash mounted > control switch, and also the magnets (zip-tied to CV Joint...
• How To Replace Power Steering Rack (re-send)
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Wed, 29 Aug 2007 07:15:47 -0400
  ...Next remove the 13 mm bolt/nut on the universal joint that attaches the steering shaft to the steering rack. Use the 3/8...
• tie rode end remover followup Q
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 13:34:27 EST
  ...I'm not sure if this is critical or if basically any"universal" tie rod end puller will work. I see a price range...
• Re: Westy wants to cruise, but ...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 20:30:25 -0400
  ...Just add the magnets to the CV joint near the transmission and mount the sensor near it. The manual trans cruise kits also include...
• Re: Spare Parts List - Input
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Heidcamp
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 09:28:11 -0500
  ...1990 Westy Syncro w/160k miles Stats: - Fresh Engine Rebuild - Fresh Trans Rebuild - New VC - Rebalanced Drive Shaft - New Universal Joints - Fresh AC Rebuild...
• Re: Exhausting Problem
  Historical mailing list
  22 May 97 07:56:24 PDT
  ...With the upper tin in place, I used an appropriate 6 point socket (12 points may round the nut), then a universal joint socket...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 07:17:46 -0700
  ...8-drive sockets, with a ratchet and short extension, 3" extension, > universal joint. Preferably six-point sockets -- although with a > beam-type torque wrench...
• Re: Power steering rack to standard rack Bentley Chapter and Verse
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 11:36:54 -0500
  ...The steering knuckles are different The coupling disc (between steering gear pinion and transfer gear connecting shaft) has been replaced by universal joint. On...
• Re: Vanagon ?Previa?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 4 Nov 2008 01:07:11 -0700
  ...I'd imagine that the bush could be replaced with a CV or universal joint with a bit (!) of work. > I asked for a...
• V6anagon: Get your kicks on Rte 66 /f
  Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
  Fri, 1 Dec 1995 14:14:42 -0600 (CST)
  ...They were confused, and especially curious about the ball-joint fork, which one guard was feelint the points on. I smiled, smiled, and they...
• Re: new noise. help.
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 14:36:58 -0800
  ...chance i got and yanked at the >> front axles, diff, driveshaft, universal joints, and >> everythingk i could get to. NOTHING moves at all. >> Everything...
• Re: Digifant ECU: Corrosion? And.... Rosin or Heat Damage? PICS
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 8 Jul 2012 12:18:06 -0700
  ...won't say the name, but it is a universal anti-corrosion product that has never done me wrong, in some near 50 yrs...
• Re: new noise. help.
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 15:13:09 -0800
  ...chance i got and yanked at the > front axles, diff, driveshaft, universal joints, and > everythingk i could get to. NOTHING moves at all. > Everything...
• RE: V-6 Buick into..(rotary)
  Historical mailing list - King, Robert
  3 Mar 1995 10:05:01 +1000
  ...As I said, run two pipes the length of the bus to a radiator mounted in the front connect with some bits of universal...
• RE[2]: Enging transplants, radiators on ba
  Historical mailing list - King, Robert
  3 Oct 1995 12:14:53 +1000
  ...As I said, run two pipes the length of the bus to a radiator mounted in the front connect with some bits of universal...
• Inexpensive O2 Sensors - A Suggestion
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 15 Feb 2001 22:59:51 EST
  ...The Ford universal is just fine! Bosch is a quality outfit of first order so the functionality of the inexpensive 13913 will be identical...
• Re: Stuck in Council Bluffs IA
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 13 Aug 2010 23:36:18 -0400
  ...You'll need a ratchet and a three-inch extension, possibly a universal-joint extension. If you have power steering, loosening and pivoting the...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch R&R
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Baker
  Fri, 20 Apr 2007 22:59:01 -0500
  I used a 24mm socket with universal joint. It was still tuff to get to but I was able to loosen the switch, remove...