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• Re: 1.8t conversion option
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Fri, 24 Aug 2007 20:23:36 -0400
  ...Jim Akiba On 8/22/07, Jason Ewing <uberhare@gmail.com> wrote: > > $3000 is a bit much for a 1.8T engine assembly. I...
• Re: front brake job -how to do a bad job
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:51:34 -0700
  ...help > others > >> > >> alistair > >> > > > > > > > > -- > > Neil n > > > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > > > '81...
• Re: Add Injector Cleaner Right Before Emissions Test?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 9 May 2012 10:47:41 -0700
  ...Don't know how old (or if it's old) the fuel is. >> >> Thanks >> >> Neil. >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly...
• Re: Migrated clutch action- Follow-up, solved
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:18:59 -0800
  ...Then again, factory assembly could be an issue. One of my rebuilt front brake calipers leaked at join within 2 days. Thanks, Neil with...
• Re: Clutch Cable Replacement??
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Mon, 21 Nov 94 10:37:48 PST
  ...The clutch pedal/ lever assembly is held in by two bolts in the front left wheel well on the frame rail. Pull the old...
• FS: '80 Westy Parts Van in Texas - Cheap!
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 12:45:02 -0500
  ...unknown mileage no engine no transmission no shifting assembly most wiring has been stripped no water tank no fridge no brakes (some hydraulic parts...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Tue, 30 May 2006 15:33:25 -0400
  ...RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY > > > Well, if someone wants to spend about $25K USD, I'm sure a 2000-2002 SA > Caravelle can be brought...
• Re: power window regulators
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 27 Feb 2007 10:13:36 -0600
  ...If you know what you are doing, the motor and cable assembly will come out in less than ten minutes. If anyone needs the...
• Re: Refrigerator: Fup...Fup............Fup
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 4 Sep 2006 21:41:06 -0400
  ...You need to make sure the baffle plate in the vent assembly is there, and tightly fitted to the center pipe. Debris may have...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 16 Aug 2021 17:03:57 +0000
  ...price for a ready-to-go axle is luxury.  I will secure the assembly under my Vanagon....and hope I will never need it.
• Re: front door check rod strap assembly
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 17 Sep 2017 08:59:44 -0700
  Hi Richard, Broke one of mine back in 2012. Accidentally let the door swing open unchecked when parked on a hill. I replaced with...
• Re: Shifter Base repair kit (85 tin top)
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Mon, 27 Oct 2014 11:40:00 -0500
  ...I > figure other plastic components are toast too and I would hate to find out > only after taking the shifter lever and assembly apart...
• Re: [WetWesties] Tire Pressure Problem
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:22:01 -0700
  ...Feeling a lot of pressure to make the tires turn >> around..... -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: Top Ball Joint replacement
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Mon, 27 Jun 2011 19:55:42 -0500
  ...Other than getting the tapered pin out of the spindle assembly, its not bad. 3 allen-head bolts IIRC. Then the usual removing any...
• Re: Bought Westy with no key for water filler receptacle
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:41:34 -0800
  ...I removed my assembly and took it in to the locksmith. Saved a few bucks that way. Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0...
• Re: 85 spedo repair
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 2 Dec 1996 06:08:37 -0500
  ...I pushed the assembly to the right and gears were engaging just fine. Put everything back together and it worked great for about two...
• Re: clutch cylinder - help
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 1 Apr 1997 19:44:14 +0000
  ...I Steel rod should have a socket assembly on its end that pushes on the ball on the lever. Best sign to rebuild, when...
• Flue Vent cover replacement.
  Historical mailing list - Jon Whittington
  Fri, 4 Dec 1998 19:49:49 -0500
  ...Apparently I cannot buy a replacement flue vent cover I have to buy the entire assembly. This isn't really an option. Does anyone...
• Re: cost of a syncro tranny
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Mon, 1 Mar 1999 15:28:38 EST
  ...The headlight assembly only fits a specific year and make while the bulb fits just about anything. <<How about a Syncro only vendors? Would...
• Rear Heater Motor Problem - burny smell
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sat, 20 Nov 1999 06:35:41 -0600
  ...However, in the Bentley, there is no information of any use regarding the rear heater assembly. Questions: Is this an obvious sign of the...
• Re: "dry" sound from wheel
  Historical mailing list - Mark Mages
  Sun, 12 Mar 2000 15:22:33 -0800
  ...Going to inspect the > entire wheel assembly > today (if I can get the lug nuts off....soaking in > WD-40 now). Any > particular things...
• Re: Need 1.6TD long or shortblock
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 21:52:13 -0800
  ...2. '84 Jetta longblock, all machine work done, with new parts, needs assembly. 3. '85 Quantum, used complete engine, unknown condition. 4. '86 Jetta...
• Upper Ball Joint Removal (!#$%^&)
  Historical mailing list - James Wetzel
  Sat, 5 Oct 2002 20:24:38 -0400
  ...Does anyone know how to remove these without removing the entire assembly (brakelines, calipers, tie-rods, etc). I am thinking a wheel puller would...
• odometer stopped
  Historical mailing list - John Lunetta
  Tue, 22 Jul 2003 17:21:54 EDT
  ...What was really disturbing was that when I got the whole gauge assembly back in, the temp gauge, tach, oil light, etc. would not...
• Re: amc heads
  Historical mailing list - patrick
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 08:18:20 -0500
  ...However he said that none of the parts were for export they were all being used to supply assembly plants. These cars are all...
• Shoulder belt for middle seat for sale
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 14 Feb 2005 13:27:57 -0800
  I have the factory 3 point shoulder belt assembly available should anyone want it. It attaches to existing threaded holes in 85 and newer...
• Turn signal problem
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 3 Aug 2005 14:35:13 -0500
  ...Is it simply time for a new TS switch assembly? Thanks, Jim
• Re: Radius Rod (strut) Newbs: Clean First!
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 17:04:03 -0700
  ...impact wrench before. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Re: Rear brakes frustration
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 1 Feb 2012 11:07:06 -0800
  ...TechProc/bleeder.htm -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Re: fuel lines lead to removing intake?
  Historical mailing list - Marion Lathem
  Mon, 21 Aug 2006 22:01:17 -0500
  Brian, I believe that's the head itself....the intake are metal pipe...with a tin can assembly in the middle..! I doubt you...
• can I start/run eng. w/o MAS/air cleaner assemb?
  Historical mailing list - azsun99
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:42:06 -0700
  ...I need to start it up and check for leaks, which will be easier on the right side without the air cleaner assembly in...
• Brake Expert Questions/PICS/Rant
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:38:47 -0700
  ...I can accept f'g up with assembly of non life threatening parts like a cheap 12V light, but brakes? Unacceptable. Thankfully, it happened...
• Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 3 Mar 2013 23:57:31 -0800
  ...Personally I'd rather have something closer to "Flat". >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Neil n >>> >>> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >>> >>> '88 Slate...
• Re: Supporting the pop top to remove the frame
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 25 Aug 2015 15:59:24 +0000
  Don't do this with the assembly in the car. Take it out first with the top propped up. After you remove the crossbar...
• Re: Looking for a fog light switch kit - Any vendors have one?
  Historical mailing list - DeCristoforo
  Wed, 25 Nov 1998 08:11:00 -0800
  ...I do remember seeing an empty hole in my rear > lamp assembly when I put in some higher-powered backup lightbulbs. I am > somewhat...
• Re: To waterboxer or not to waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 2 Jan 2000 23:27:11 -0600
  ...He counterweighted the crank, installed carefully matched pistons and rods and had the the entire rotating assembly....crank, rods, pins, pistons, flywheel and clutch...
• Re: Pulling air filter box from Dodge Caravan. Anything else worth pulling? (...
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 1 May 2008 19:44:26 -0700
  ...The 3.3 assembly has issues that make it undesirable. > > > > > > Mark > > > > > Shawn Wright > http://members.shaw.ca/vwdiesels > '88 Westy 1.6TD 5 speed...
• Re: PopTop Leg Rubber Cap
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 14 May 2018 12:31:36 -0700
  ...http://www.van-cafe.com/page_1120_652/poptop-lifting-assembly-bumper I once used a heavy duty rubber band as a replacement on...
• Re: trip meter
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 31 Mar 2013 06:45:01 -0700
  Pulling the instrument cluster and removing the speedo assembly is fairly easy, but it takes nimble fingers and some patience to effect the repair...
• Locktite 30540
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:47:56 -0700
  ...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta 2...
• CANCEL THAT: WAS Testing fuel delivery results, one oddity, now NO oddity
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 19 Aug 2012 13:32:49 -0700
  ...I THOUGHT THE "2" WAS INDICATING THE SKINNY WHITE HOSE THAT CONNECTS TO THE VACUUM ADVANCE ASSEMBLY ON THE SIDE OF THE DISTRIBUTOR. FURTHER...
• Re: CO Adjusting Screw. PO Set it All The Way In? Base Setting?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 21 Jun 2012 11:54:59 -0700
  ...a base setting? > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Urgent need for Pop Top Arm Repair (Toronto Area)
  Historical mailing list - turbowesty
  Sun, 10 Jun 2012 22:40:41 -0400
  ...to help out before Wed? Failing that, does anyone have the assembly that they would be prepared to part with? I'd hate to...
• Re: High Pressure Oil Switch Wire; Tethered to Switch. OEM? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 11 May 2012 18:32:38 -0700
  ...25201988%2520Westy.jpg -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Hoarding
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:25:38 +0000
  ...I honestly could not remember what was up there! I found spare fuel injectors, fuel rails, windshield wiper motor/assembly, complete 1.9 fuel...
• Re: [WetWesties] Pain in the Propane
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 9 Jun 2010 19:56:45 -0700
  ...Remember that the whole |assembly will get very cold if you're venting liquid through it, and |the valve might possibly stick because of...
• Re: Some Assembly Required? (Friday)
  Historical mailing list - Sean B.
  Fri, 27 Nov 2009 13:04:58 -0800
  I bet that dude watches Top Gear (UK)! They have something like that on their set. Except theirs is a Caterham Super 7 :) neil...
• Re: book: "VOLKSWAGEN: A Week at the Factory"
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 13 Nov 1995 10:18:56 -0500
  ...Photos by Peter Keetman. >Remarkable duotone images tell the story of the production process of the >'Peoples Car', from parts to assembly, in a...
• 1.6NA Diesel Rebuild Options ???
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 21:04:15 -0700
  ...I pay machining costs but do all the assembly myself. - Purchasing a rebuilt engine. - Purchasing a new engine. From what I have seen so...
• Re: Stripped thread, oh no
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 8 Dec 1999 15:53:04 -0800
  ...nut off or can't weld it on, remove the rocker assembly and use a pair of vise grips to get the mangled stud...
• Need 84 Westfalia Sink Drain Part
  Historical mailing list - Richard Kunkel
  Mon, 29 Apr 2002 09:24:10 -0700
  ...It is an ivory color, cup-shaped, plastic, nipple-endowed, sink-waste collector piece that attaches the bottom of the sink drain assembly to...
• skylight alternatives
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Tue, 20 Aug 2002 20:17:32 -0700
  ...have a used one in decent condition to sell? Maybe just the assembly, without the clear part? Cheers, Jeff Bisbee, AZ '84 tiico westy
• Re: engine assembly
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 23:08:00 -0600
  Can a person use any type of homemade tool or do I have to hunt down a special VW tool for this ? I have...
• Re: rear suspension help
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 27 Sep 2004 21:06:35 -0600
  ...B. > 83.5 Tiico Westy > 83.5 WBX Westy > > Replace entire assembly. My son broke one on a pothole that he said he hardly...
• HI ALL From Gibsons B.C.
  Historical mailing list - The Skylight Guy
  Fri, 15 Jul 2005 15:22:31 -0700
  ...We now stock the rest of the assembly, have a look at the website pre-order or just give us a call 604-886...
• Re: New Accessory for your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 10 Jan 2013 21:32:43 -0800
  ...player_embedded%26 -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• Re: the mysterious flash of the coolant light
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 29 May 2012 09:42:34 -0700
  ...off.* > > Yrs, > d > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
• WTB pop top lift linkage to raise 87 westy top - passenger side spring strut
  Historical mailing list - Mike Kozak
  Fri, 26 May 2006 12:56:55 -0400
  ...Woud like to purchase a replacement passenger side link (tan if possible) or total linkage assembly if neccessary. Any help would be greatly appriciated...
• Re: stainless exhaust system
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 7 Aug 2006 11:13:08 -0400
  ...The Stebro has it's own SS mounting tabs which connect easily to the same assembly the old muffler used. This muffler shows no...
• Re: fuel sender: replace with tank?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
  Thu, 19 Oct 2006 11:30:27 -0700
  ...I ordered one, and it's a plastic assembly. Assuming the original may be too brittle to reuse, it would make sense to order...