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• Re: Behr AC removal -- anyone done it?
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sat, 24 Apr 2004 11:53:25 -0400
  ...PO removed the compressor and bracket from the motor, but I have them in a box. All lines are still in place and it...
• AC Troubleshooting - No Blower
  Historical mailing list - dusty edwards
  Sun, 11 Sep 2005 11:39:03 -0600
  ...when the right switch is turned on, there is a click and sounds of something running (is that the compressor?). but when i turn...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Tue, 4 Aug 2015 17:00:15 -1000
  one of the many wonderful things about Vanagons ( speaking 2WD and not syncro here ) ...No spring compressor needed to change shocks . Yippee ! the front...
• Re: A/C work question
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Thu, 13 May 2010 12:59:30 -0700
  ...One thing you really do need to do, although a pain, is pull the A/C compressor and drain it to make sure all...
• Re: '86 Westy A/C Problem
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:46:06 -0700
  ...also monitors the freeze sensor in the evaporator to kill the compressor when the evap temp is too low - like *that's* a real...
• Re: A/C Flush?
  Historical mailing list - Michael McSwain
  Fri, 3 Jul 2015 06:26:50 +0000
  ...Hoses disconnected at compressor too. Think it's OK to pour AC flush in the hoses that connect to the dryer and flush through...
• Re: Inner Dia. for long A/C hose - 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sun, 4 May 2003 10:42:19 -0700
  ...I had a splice in the hose that runs between the back of the compressor and the condensor and every summer, the hose clamps...
• Re: AC parts interchangability
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sat, 18 Jun 2005 14:46:59 -0400
  ...My current (seized and leaking) compressor is a SD510. > > Bus Depot lists the SD508, the SD510, and SD709 for the '86 model > year, all...
• Re: R134 conversion
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 29 Jun 2005 17:14:01 -0500
  ...Also not a bad idea to blow all the moisture possible from your compressor tank and your water trap before you blow your investment...
• Re: To compress or to remove wrist pin - A Poll
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:51:35 -0400
  ...Removing the cylinders, leaving the pistons and trying to >>> finagle >>> a >>> band ring compressor on to reinstall the cylinders. >>> >>> I have good info on...
• Re: Craiglist
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:25:57 -0500
  ...time I've seen that cowling piece on a Vanagon AC compressor (engine > pic). Has anyone else seen these? > > John Meeks > '91 Multivan > Northern...
• Re: Out goes the Norcold, in goes the Vitrifrigo
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 1 Nov 2009 15:58:21 -0800
  ...Might be worth contacting Vitrifrigo to ask if > this is normal or a sign of a compressor that isn't quite 'right'. I > measured...
• Re: How to do a coolant flush? 2.1L Auto 88
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:10:56 -0600
  ...How is everyone doing it? > > One person suggested using an air compressor to blow the remaining > coolant out of the lines. > > Most of the...
• FS:90 Vanagon Camper Synchro
  Historical mailing list
  18 Mar 1996 15:33:41 -0500
  ...45000 A/C Compressor: 43700 Synchro Viscous Coupling: Replaced 3/13/96 ($4,000! I pay $25 thanks to X/T Warranty!) STOVE, SINK...
• re EV Malfunction Woes!!!
  Historical mailing list - Rick Gordon
  Tue, 3 Jun 1997 22:17:18 -0700
  ...noticed the bearing noise before the belt snapped? (And if the compressor belt is off, why can't you drive it that way w...
• More on AC parts
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Mon, 19 Apr 1999 18:34:46 -0400
  ...I have the complete high pressure hose that runs from the compressor to the evaporator. The low pressure hose that comes back from the...
• Re: Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sun, 13 Jan 2002 12:10:13 -0800
  ...page 97.138 (Air Conditioning) > >You will see the A/C compressor cut-out relay is wired to the Idle stabilizer > >valve. > > Yes, but...
• Sand Blasting
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 7 Sep 2002 20:34:55 -0500
  ...150 PSI Compressor. 3/8 Air Inlet Line. Nice clean dry media. Tie orbital sander to media bucket with bungee cords to keep things...
• Re: A/C charging and maintenance...
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 28 May 2004 12:29:12 -0400
  ...a much lesser head pressure (and hence on our Vanagons the compressor has to work less hard). In the US, to legally use them...
• Re: 'Nother Newbie--Lifting that poptop! '86 Westy
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Mon, 13 Jun 2005 08:42:02 -0700
  ...it up with exhaust (some models can use a portable air compressor). You could even build your own: (http://pinzi.us/html/air-jack...
• AC converted to 134
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Mon, 18 Jul 2005 08:31:36 -0700
  ...poor cooling, compressor shut-down at high engine temps, high electrical drain/ discharging batteries and engine conk-out at stop signs. I am not...
• Re: Danger - Jump Starting with AC on !
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 16 Jun 2005 08:46:40 -0700
  ...It also has a built in air compressor for tires or other inflatables and I use it for other 12v applications away from the...
• complete westy A/C system for sale... its getting HOT out there!
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 Jun 2005 13:55:58 EDT
  ...comes with everything you need, including the upper cabinet including ac vents, evap, blowers, wiring, switches on dash, condenser, lines, compressor, drier, etc..etc...
• Behr AC? (Was: Re: Who synchro knows-it-all?)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
  Tue, 5 Sep 2006 14:32:29 -0400
  We have an 86 Westy Weekender that had AC (still has some stuff like compressor, some fan, wiring) and is missing the thing (evaporator...
• Re: Substitute for the RM182B
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:09:51 -0700
  ...Substitute for the RM182B | |Top loaders are more efficient than a front loader using the |same or similar compressor etc.? If so, how? | |I...
• Re: Question About my AC
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Wed, 12 May 1999 18:52:14 -0500
  ...Any idea what could be causing this? Also I have an 85 Westy Sounds like a thrashed compressor. You'll need to replace the...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 09:30:29 -0800
  ...2/K Digital input from AC compressor > high when AC compressor is on > low when AC compressor is off > > 17/1 Analog input from...
• FS: complete vanagon motor and 4spd manual trans
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 22 Jul 2017 15:57:33 -0400
  ...The motor is complete with all wiring and hoses and a/c compressor, alt, dist, TB, FI, and exhaust and everything will fit '83...
• Water pump project
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 8 Oct 2015 19:43:31 -0500
  ...Oil, coolant, tighten the AC compressor, alternator, power steering pump, then fire it up and look for leaks. Hopefully there won't be any...
• Re: Sagging on one side - Westys
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Tue, 7 Oct 1997 14:31:01 -0700
  ...extra >weight. >So, what would happen if I got a spring compressor and swapped the >springs left to right? The weaker left springs would...
• Fwd: FS - 93 VW EUROVAN ($3000!)
  Historical mailing list - David Filcoff
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 16:23:52 -0600
  ...Needs new AC compressor if you need an AC -- > This Van got cruise control & power windows...automatic trans > 20mpg hwy, 16 mpg city > > Hate...
• 2.1L engine FS
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Czerniak
  Mon, 6 Nov 2000 14:59:00 -0600
  ...No alternator ,power steering or A/C compressor. I am in Chicago just east of Midway airport. It would be great if someone local...
• Re: So far away..Silver Socket
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 13:54:22 -0600
  ...So, that's why my electric, 12V air compressor plug won't stay in the lighter socket unless I hold it in. Thanks for...
• First timer Valve job
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Fri, 8 Oct 2004 10:42:57 -0700
  ...However, the Bently manual says to first remove both the A/C compressor and power steering units. I believe I can get to the...
• AC mounting
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 2 May 2005 22:28:10 -0500
  My AC compressor case brackets wore through and I need to get it remounted. I see that there are an extra set of mounts...
• Re: Subject: Re: Trip Contingencies
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:56:08 -0700
  ...rogerwhitt1@gmail.com>wrote: > > > dear alll with tires > > carry a small compressor and a radial tire plug kit > > as well as a pair of...
• Re: air conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 22 Jun 2006 17:37:17 -0700
  ...http://www.gti16v.com/tb879503.htm If you know or can find the capacity of the Suburu compressor you should be able to get...
• Re: '84 Westy: Does Air Conditioner Boost Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:28:17 -0700
  ...to fix? > >...are you having stalling problems when the A/C compressor starts, >or is it the aesthetics of the thing you care about...
• Re: Pulled out my stock fridge - now my faucet doesn't work...??
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Tue, 8 Sep 2009 11:56:43 -0700
  ...There are probably other characteristics that affect the efficiency more, like what kind of motor and compressor is used. I guess we need to...
• RE: NC Gathering Report
  Historical mailing list - Gary Clayton
  Wed, 5 Jul 1995 16:46:35 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Some on the list have said it is for a heater or an air compressor. some busses have it and ome do not - my...
• used dealer done good
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Jul 1995 14:56:10 -0500
  ...Wires, compressor, condensors, switches - all of it! The manager must have found a way to force VWoA to pay for the whole thing... We...
• FS: 2.5L Subaru conversion kit
  Historical mailing list - Meiborg, John R
  Sat, 16 May 1998 11:41:36 -0700
  ...mass air flow meter to O2 sensors! (ECU, alt., A/C compressor, pwr steering pump, cruise control, all brackets and motor mounts, complete wiring...
• Re: Preparations for Rough Roads
  Historical mailing list - Jim
  Sun, 16 Apr 2000 16:29:59 -0700
  ...I'd take a radial tyre plug repair kit and a 12v compressor. Distributor cap and a set of plugs! CV joint bolts. I...
• Re: R134 USERS??????????
  Historical mailing list - Phil Baird
  Fri, 16 Jun 2000 16:41:41 -0700
  ...Just replaced the compressor and I am ready to be > > cool! > > > > Every shop I talk to wants to convert me to R134. What is...
• free air
  Historical mailing list - Fred Brittain
  Sun, 17 Sep 2000 22:07:00 -0600
  ...My wife always carried a small compressor that plugged into the cigarette lighter. It was not as reliable as my pump. Good pumps can...
• Re: Looking for AC part
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 26 Jul 2001 15:28:59 -0500
  ...find METAL caps for the Shrader valves on > > the A/C compressor? > > I'd like to upgrade my plastic ones to metal. I've...
• Re: Air Conditioner Question
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Fri, 22 Feb 2002 08:51:43 EST
  My two cents, My '90 AC that I installed in my '85, with an '87 compressor, wasn't worth crap for years. R-12...
• AC Moaning 85 GL
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sun, 2 Jun 2002 17:27:59 -0500
  Hi, Is it normal for the AC compressor to moan in an 85? It was just converted to 134 last fall. I found a...
• Re: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 11:25:38 -0600
  You can make it at slow speed and save your buns or roll that tire down the side of the interstate............. You know! Considering...
• Re: vibrating tiico engine
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Fri, 7 Nov 2003 11:00:50 -0800
  ...Some people have reported good results from changing one of the > accessory mounting brackets (the one for the A/C compressor, I think it...
• Fwd: Re: AC INOP 1988 GL WBX 2.1
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 20 Jun 2016 09:43:15 -0500
  ...The compressor > is a rebuilt one I got from you some years ago. It was noisy from the > get-go but has otherwise been...
• Re: Roof top Air conditioners
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Sat, 23 Mar 2002 16:39:51 -0800
  ...writes: > > "They work if the compressors are installed at the > > > proper operating angle." > > > > SO then if the compressor is set at 45 degrees, > the...
• Re: Vitrifrigo/Truck Fridge power usage
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:53:26 -0700
  ...compressor is running? If it really uses only > 22 Amp-hours typical per day, then perhaps it has much better > insulation/more efficient compressor...
• Re: A/C O-rings
  Historical mailing list - mccullough bob
  Tue, 24 Sep 2019 21:02:42 -0500
  Thanks Dennis 4 Seasons was where I got the compressor. Bob http://idiopath2018.wordpress.com <http://idiopath2018.wordpress.com/> https://idiopath2017.wordpress.com <https...
• Re: RELIABLE Air Conditioning!
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 18 May 2015 11:52:55 -0400
  When we did Paul's van last year (or maybe it is two years ago now) I got him a brand new compressor from...
• Re: Vitrfrigio install report
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:36:58 -0700
  I believe Karl Mullendore did a cool way to figure out the actual time the compressor ran...I believe he wired a Vanagon Analog...
• Re: Bottom line on A/C ?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 07:44:05 -0400
  ...From what I can tell '86 2WD do not have the change, but '86 syncros have a partial upgrade (fan, condesnor, compressor), '87 and...
• Re: High idle w. A/C on... please help
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 17 Oct 2014 11:18:54 -0700
  ...There is a wire > > from the A/C compressor clutch over to the idle control unit so the idle > > control unit will know to...
• Re: Bottom line on A/C ?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 13:12:42 -0400
  ...4) Compressor: Open your engine cover, the compressor is the large cylendrical motor on the drivers side. with a dental mirror (a small mirror...
• AC refurb
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 11 May 2011 20:01:54 -0700
  I have a new compressor (SD5) and would like to resurrect my '85 Westy's AC. I'm pretty sure I'm going to...