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89 syncro westy ac fixed (correctly this time)
Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
Mon, 4 Sep 2000 14:43:33 -1000
...Just over a month ago I had to replace my compressor, receiver drier and expansion valve. Unfortunately, local ac shop (not familiar with vw...
Re: Battery/Starter/Wiring issue 1985 Westy w/ 2.1L & 4sp
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 09:22:54 -0400
...That will also help the compressor load as the lower resulting evaporator temperature will reduce the compressor loading. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
Re: Looking at a used Carat needs your advice
Historical mailing list
Thu, 29 May 2003 12:32:40 -0400
...The owner says the air conditioning system needs a compressor, is this expensive to purchase? How expensive is the installation? Next the Rear tires...
Re: Build Your Own Van Fridge Kit
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Wed, 16 Nov 2005 06:44:05 -0500
...They are VERY expensive but my Dad uses an engine driven compressor > > and a cold plate on his boat for his refrigeration. They run...
Jump starting without opening battery compartment?
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Tue, 16 Feb 2016 03:38:37 +0000
Raymond, I have found most useful to carry Schumacher Electric - Portable Jump Starter with the air compressor. If you buy the Cig-Lighter-Plug...
Re: Idle Control Issues
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Sun, 21 Jul 2013 15:03:56 -0600
> The AC compressor engaging sends a signal to the ISCM and increases idle > speed a bit when the throttle is closed (assuming the throttle...
Re: a/c fittings
Historical mailing list - Edward Duntz
Thu, 8 Jul 2010 19:15:39 -0400
What I meant to say was that both the suction and discharge sides of the compressor have low-side fittings. I'll make sure...
Re: REAR AIR CONDITIONER
Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
Thu, 8 Apr 2010 18:39:35 -0700
...My Westy also has the > engine driven air conditioner compressor. Does anyone out there > in the Vanagon world know how these systems work (how...
Re: busted ground bolt on engine block
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 2 Dec 2009 01:08:49 -0500
...I suppose any bolt nearby will work. >Even the bolts holding the compressor in place? There are two holes an inch and a half...
Re: Rust treatment, or repair?
Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
Mon, 18 Mar 1996 07:51:52 -0800 (PST)
...I'm > looking at compressors now for the purpose of blasting and painting. I > looked at a 4 1/2 HP yesterday, but I...
Re: Air-Lift Installation
Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
Tue, 13 Feb 2001 22:45:34 -0600
...then as the van dropped to either side when cornering, the compressor would kick the air to the side that requires air. You could...
question about painting
Historical mailing list - CHRISTOPHER FRYER
Tue, 16 Jan 2001 23:59:24 EST
...s laws conscerning diy painting? i already have a capable air compressor and spray paint adaptor as well as a protective mask, so all...
Re: SlightVC: Cellphone pics of the "new" turbo.
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Fri, 26 Aug 2005 10:18:26 -0700
...http://pictures.rawsuds.com/v/sudhirs_pictures/sudhir_cars-and-toys/sudhir_vanagon/vanagon_turbo/ The compressor has an a/r(area of discharge...
Re: What's this wire for?
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Sat, 13 Aug 2005 08:22:35 -0700
Sounds like the wire/connector used for the AC compressor signal that tells the idle controller when the AC is on so it can...
Re: A/C resuscitation - where to start?
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Tue, 26 Jun 2007 13:02:18 -0400
...flushed the system, removed the compressor for draining and flushing, installed the R-134A fittings, ester oil, evacuated the system (it held) and charged...
Re: Building a Shop
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 15 Mar 2015 13:23:43 -0400
...You will want an air compressor. 3 to 5 HP 60 to 80 gallon tank. Oil/water separators if you want to paint. Larger...
Re: AC - To junk or not to junk
Historical mailing list - Linda Bartnik
Wed, 13 Aug 1997 19:46:49 -0400
...The old compressors can't use the new "green" stuff. However, have > you determined if the compressor is bad or just simply low on...
Re: Advice on 86 syncro Westy FS
Historical mailing list - John Koloen
Tue, 9 Jun 1998 13:15:06 -0500
Make sure you have the A/C compressor checked. I bought my 87 Westy from a retired minister who told me the reason the...
Dual Air Conditioning in a Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
Tue, 13 Nov 2001 23:05:32 -0500
...The thermostat for the front unit controls the compressor magnetic clutch and the rear unit thermostat controls a solenoid valve in the refrigerant line...
Re: fixing a/c -- what to plan on?
Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
Mon, 30 Jul 2007 13:48:25 -0400
...I had no guarantees that after replacing the compressor, drier, etc. that it would even work. I usually supply my own parts too for...
Re: Vanagon a/c
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Thu, 28 Jun 2012 09:24:24 -0700
...You really should get a new compressor |appropriate to the 134a. |> >> |> >> 134a Upgrade Kit - $50 |> >> Expansion valve - $30 |> >> Receiver-Dryer - $30-$35 |> >> Compressor - $350...
Re: removing air conditioner without spilling the freon
Historical mailing list - Jon VO
Fri, 11 Mar 2016 10:47:50 -0700
...In my case the system had been open for some time, needed compressor, hoses, rear brackets were broken, etc. simply not worth fixing. On...
Fridges, more rambling...
Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
Sun, 9 Oct 94 0:11:06 PDT
...I wondered if it had a compressor, or was one of those types with a heating element in it. Lifted the left panel and...
Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
Tue, 11 Mar 2014 04:45:50 -0500
...If one pops off it could kill you: > > http://www.harborfreight.com/macpherson-strut-spring-compressor-set-61654.ht > ml#.Ux5ilflr6M4 > > Stuart > > -----Original Message...
Hesitation on 87 Vanagon O2 sensor?
Historical mailing list - Kay O Fremgen
Wed, 5 Aug 1998 01:11:53 -0400
...With O2 sensor unhooked from the computer the engine will accelerate fine under load (AC compressor on).With the sensor hooked up the engine...
Re: AC Leak problems solved (?)
Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
Wed, 1 Aug 2001 11:17:45 -0700
...Ive got to evacuate old r-12 from my system and buy all new hoses, fittings, and compressor? NOT looking forward to this. phil...
Re: A/C question: Ester Oil and R-12 do they mix?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sat, 28 Aug 2004 22:07:39 -0500
That's it! Just drag that line over and stick the extra condenser between the dryer and the compressor. I do the freon Refrigerant...
Re: A/C hoses
Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
Mon, 10 Aug 1998 14:25:10 -0400
...VW quoted me $275 just for the compressor to condenser hose. Contacted one of the big A/C shops in Chatanooga and the guru...
Re: A/C compressor Power usage
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 19 Apr 2000 11:22:58 -0700
Remember, heat, bugs, humidity, etc. are all part of the camping/low cost travel experience. If you want to travel in comfort, fly, rent...
Freeze 12 update
Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
Sun, 30 Jul 2000 21:15:29 -0400
...Did not see much effect on getting air temp any cooler (59F outlet with 92F ambient), but compressor runs much quieter. Has anyone tried...
AC Doesnt Cycle '90 GL
Historical mailing list - STEVEN PHILLIPS
Sat, 11 Aug 2001 08:59:45 -0700
My AC compressor runs continuously even with the control on it's lowest setting. On or off, that's it, nothing in between. Once...
A few more part for sale
Historical mailing list - Joe in NH
Sun, 7 Mar 2004 17:31:10 EST
...1.a/c compressor and mount, $50 2.rebuilt alternator, $50 3.ECU,'87 Syncro, $125 4.Wiring harness from the ECU to the...
Re: update - Rocky's results - was Westy Karma, was stuck in Custer
Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
Wed, 6 Oct 2004 20:29:29 -0400
...If you have air conditioning, this ground connection is just below the a/c compressor. If your Vanagon is a syncro, this ground may...
Re: AC converted to 134 - now what?
Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
Sun, 17 Jul 2005 13:21:01 -0500
...in the system for 3 years now without any leaking or compressor failure due to higher operating pressure. I'm very happy with it...
Re: An upgrade for a more efficent A/C system?
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Sat, 5 May 2007 19:44:32 -0700
...I have the larger > condenser, SD508 compressor, larger radiator fan, and I'm not sure what > for an evaporator fan. It also has the...
Re: 87 Vanagon hesitation chapter (3)
Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
Fri, 14 Aug 1998 16:06:41 -0500
...me "negative" 0.05 volts with AC compressor off, >and "negative" 0.1 volts with AC compressor engaged. > >Darrell you wrote: >" My 86 has...
Re: [vanagon] New found AC Refrigerant
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 16 Jun 2003 00:33:24 -0700
...The failure rate of compressors is way up there now and the price of rebuilt compressors had jumped too. Seems that there is a...
Field of (air-cooled) dreams
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:05:45 -0400
...It is "factory A/C ready" and "rare automatic" but needs an A/C compressor.$3300 OBO: http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail...
Re: A/C, R-12 to R134 Conversion
Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
Sun, 5 Jul 1998 11:52:22 -0700
...VW recommends removing the old oil from the compressor, before pouring in the new R134a compatible oil. I guess that you can either use...
Re: A/C - Freon to R134 conversion
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 28 Jun 2005 21:28:14 -0500
...I replace the seal in my compressor for $15.00. Bought ester > oil > >for the compressor for $6.00 for 6 oz. and bought...
Re: About them Norcold refrigerators
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Tue, 12 Jul 2005 14:37:36 -0700
...http://www.waecousa.com/page.asp?page=rsa-60 This is a Danfoss compressor (used in Engel and Norcold) unit that somehow can shut...
Re: AC Hose repair
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 26 Feb 2011 09:55:52 -0600
...134a >damages a/c compressors, I've had a few replaced by now, and it's an expensive deal. Hector, my understanding is that...
Re: Should I Remove My AC Entirely?
Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
Fri, 13 Apr 2001 17:22:09 -0500
...That biz about not being able to tell if the compressor is OK is, um, "unusual". Marshall Ruskin 84 Westy air, auto ----- Original Message...
cylinder index (funny Friday hijinx)
Historical mailing list - Warner, Jeff (DSIO-MS)
Fri, 2 Aug 2002 12:23:19 -0400
...6.5 HP Compressor (1) Use it every day '72 Chevelle wagon (8) Almost finished for 10 years now '87 Vanagon GL (4) Was...
Re: belt replacment...grrrrrr...
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Sat, 24 Jun 2006 17:04:05 -0700
...i'm rather confused on how to slacken tension on the a/c > compressor. there appears to be both a top and bottom pivot...
Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Tue, 15 Sep 2015 19:08:04 -0400
I removed the lower radiator hose and used a small air compressor and chuck wrapped in a shop towel to blow the coolant into...
Re: What do you use solar or an aux battery for?
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Tue, 23 Jun 2015 20:13:17 -0700
I think mostly for compressor type fridge.... On Tue, Jun 23, 2015 at 8:10 PM, Jeff Palmer <jpalmer@mymts.net> wrote: > I never...
Re: Possible aaz/ turbo diesel source?
Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:16:57 -0700
...a turbo diesel > and > he replied that a few industrial air compressors that he used on the job > had > vw turbo diesels? Im looking...
91 Carat FS
Historical mailing list - Philip R. Hanlon
Tue, 1 Jul 1997 21:28:27 -0500
...hoses at time of engine replacement (June 1996) new a/c compressor in 1996, a/c working well all Carat extras, even the snap...
AC Expansion Valve access on '90 Westie, what needs to be removed?
Historical mailing list - Jeff Hammerstrom
Sat, 24 Jun 2000 21:03:41 -0700
I need to replace my AC Compressor, Receiver/Dryer and Expansion Valve on my '90 Westie Camper. How much of the cabinet needs to...
FW: Vaccuum Pump rental
Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
Thu, 13 Jul 2000 09:16:47 -0400
...is it legal to do this myself, I already blew out all of my R12 on the highway when the compressor blew. Hotch Philly...
Re: Go BOHR A/C or factory A/C?
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Sat, 3 Feb 2001 20:08:05 EST
...I had to have some special hoses made to adapt to the 95 Golf AC compressor, and I still need the high and low...
Re: What do YOU have in your fridge?
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Mon, 9 Sep 2002 09:35:21 -0400
...Other items that this applies to: - Middle row seats - The trash receptacle/seat between the front seats in 70's Westies - The air compressor...
Re: hex bolts
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Mon, 8 Sep 2003 09:26:50 -0400
...hex bolts -- try getting the AC compressor bracket > off after thirteen years. Boston Bob recently cued me in to the ultimate > stipped bolt / nut...
Clean Fuel Pump
Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
Sat, 1 Apr 2006 08:06:23 -0500
...I have an air compressor. Someone mentioned blowing air through the pump. I assume you would blow from the engine side towards the tank...
Re: AC convert
Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
Sat, 15 Apr 2006 20:34:06 -0400
Bob, what was the outside temperature? How much 134a did you use? Did you change receiver drier, change oil in compressor, etc.? You seem...
Re: Iraggi alternators
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sat, 28 Jul 2007 16:40:20 -0700
Add that to the A/C compressor and a few thousand feet of altitude and you'll want a conversion pronto! On 7/28...
Re: your favorite 12 V accessory
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 17 Feb 2007 13:20:17 -0600
The 12v air compressor that inflates my girlfriend "Polly"ethylene when I get lonely on the road......sort of paraphrasing an old Michael Franks...
Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - Sorry Bout That
Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
Sat, 14 Sep 2002 10:01:29 -0400
...There is probably >> a part number for that since this is manufactured by the compressor >> makers. The Jerry AC rig, taps into your existing...
Dimensions for A/C hoses
Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
Wed, 26 Oct 2016 10:26:09 +0200
...In 2016, system cooled okay´ish in the beginning, but faded quickly in the summer, now not even activating the compressor. Bridged the low...