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• Re: Replaced driver's side front window seals. Report...
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 21:13:23 -0700
  ...So to answer a question not asked, to remove the vent assembly you have to remove the door glass after removing the inner and...
• Re: '89 Vanagon GL Diagnostic Challenge
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Thu, 11 Sep 2003 12:55:30 +0000
  ...Replace clutch assembly; replace flywheel.> You are going to want to replace the clutch no matter what since you are in there, but it...
• Re: 2000 rpm buzzer of oil pressure Here is the link for that "New Engine"
  Historical mailing list - Mbob1950
  Sun, 7 Apr 2019 06:48:42 -0500
  ...2000 rpm buzzer of oil pressure Here is the link for that "New Engine" > > Ive got a engine with the yellow EX sticker that...
• Re: WBX Cylinder Head Nut Torque check, re-torque
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 17 Jul 2016 15:35:45 -0700
  ...If a nut continues to turn and > you feel like the stud is stretching than stop. > > For best assembly when doing a head install...
• Re: FS: 1987 VW Syncro Joker 1.9td
  Historical mailing list - Bill M
  Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:19:27 -0500
  ...06 ~ 09, 2013 >> >> >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >> >> '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. >> >> '81...
• Re: Caliper Bleeder Screw: RF Typically Seize More Often?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 2 Aug 2012 17:07:48 -0700
  ...are welcome! > > Neil. > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: instrument cluster plastic repair
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 26 Nov 2011 17:22:20 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Remove Broken Stud: Web Page
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 24 Oct 2011 02:56:02 -0700
  ...http://www.fordgarage.com/pages/studremoval.htm Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2...
• Re: Spewing ATF from dipstick
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:26:39 -0500
  ...There > are > > two vents on top of the transmission assembly. One is for the ATF > section, > > the other for the final drive. If the...
• Re: Weddle Engineering, Locking Differentials Update and Parts Plea
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Mon, 16 Sep 1996 00:25:25 -0400 (EDT)
  ...wrote: > Perhaps a bit overdue, but thought I should give an update > on Weddle Engineering. I removed my transmission back in > August (16th) for...
• Re: Air cooled diesel Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 17:22:51 -0700
  ...Are the diesel engines from the early '80s based >>on a Type 4 gas engine? Are there other things besides the fuel injection >>that...
• Re: 86 Syncro 2.1 surging at 2K rpm no load
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 24 May 2012 12:21:26 -0800
  ...But when the > > throttle body is worn you often have to make the adjustment with the > > engine running. Either way the two-switch people...
• Re: Instrument Cluster Ribbon Repair
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:14:55 -0700
  ...That's how I figured out what could be done in my own case. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http...
• Re: Master Cylinder Reservoir Cap Vent: @ Electrical Connection?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:06:35 -0700
  ...Useful when replacing a master > cylinder or other hydraulic part. > > > Neil. > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: Stiff Accelerator - '90 2.1 Automatic
  Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
  Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:56:41 -0500
  ...I've still got a bit of that unknown > engine uneasiness - might help if I trusted the mechanic who installed it a > bit better...
• Re: Fuel tank cross over
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 7 Jun 2012 10:30:42 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• 2.1L Wasserboxer Power Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 14 Feb 1999 13:42:13 PST
  ...I spent over 150 hours in the removal, disassembly, cleaning, conferring with VW experts, calling, assembly and installation of the engine and transmission (Around...
• Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Press
  Fri, 25 Jan 2013 10:43:08 -0800
  ...Powering the engine with just the key in is dangerous. Consider this scenario which has happened to me before: Going down a large hill...
• Re: What snaps? Was: Passing another Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 21:01:26 -0400
  � �My lovely wife's grandmother told me that she once sat over the open engine lid of their family's Chevy Greenbriar for a...
• Re: Defroster vents always open?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:51:43 -0800
  ...Air cooled engine, no heat, (except for the small 12V heater with a relay that kept turning the element off), me desperately searching for...
• Re: High Pressure Oil Switch Wire; Tethered to Switch. OEM? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 13 May 2012 00:07:45 -0700
  ...That helps. > why didn't you say what your real goal is ? Wondering if engine was original was only part of my curiosity. Just...
• Re: Home after 4950 miles..
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Mar 2013 19:18:59 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Alliance Deep Cycle? (Grp. 27) Wire To Alternator?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:36:27 -0400
  ...Use a good size double break relay and be > sure to control it so the relay is not closed while cranking the engine. > Otherwise...
• Re: places where rodents get into vanagons... save this list!!
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:18:47 -0500
  ...scratching noises I heard under or near my head > (head above engine) at a campout nearly 2 years ago. Thought I was > dreaming. > > How...
• Re: Vanagon Starter - windings available?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Sat, 17 Sep 2005 05:29:57 -0400
  ...He did suggest that I had an issue with >engine timing, improper starter alignment, bad battery etc. etc. cuz how >could it possibly be...
• Re: What type of oil for my 2.1 Boston Bob? Was Re: Mobil-1 shortage
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:33:30 -0800
  ...I have confirmed this personally > face-to-face with the lubricant engineer and lab technician at VW's > Salzgitter, Germany engine assembly plant in...
• Re: removing NA/dipstick
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Fri, 21 Jun 2013 16:31:20 -0600
  ...On my list to do before the camping trip this summer is swap engines,custom build exhaust,replace tank and sending unit, stainless coolant...
• Re: [Nearly Off-Topic] Seeking Battery Switch
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:37:30 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Canadian Importing Vanagon Westfalia to Canada: insurance while in US?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:09:43 -0800
  ...www.turbovans.com >> > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Re: 5sp
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:25:33 -0800
  ...speed is NOT like the syncro tranny with the reduction shaft assembly to get that 6.03 G gear.� The low gear is just...
• Re: Westy Camping Oregon Coast
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:42:48 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Aux fuel tank update.
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 19:02:46 -0800
  ...This neck / cap assembly has to be available new and fairly inexpensive as if I do decide to put this tank into production, I...
• Re: head gasket progress
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Sat, 11 Aug 2007 23:48:24 -0400
  ...Ken Flo Black sealant on the block? engine block? in between the 2 half? Back sealant? No need to pre oil pushrod. I always...
• Re: starter turns except when the battery is disconnected but does not turn engine-solenoid problem?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:08:28 -0500
  ...The current situation is that when I tried to > start the engine the starter motor would not stop turning until I > disconnected the battery...
• Re: van visit
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 31 Aug 2016 04:01:58 +0000
  ...The engine > > compartment is cleaner than any part of my van, including me.The rest of > > the van is beyond clean. I swear it...
• Re: Weird lighting issue
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 19 Jan 2015 08:25:51 -0500
  ...This is becoming very common on engine harnesses. Get the Bentley and copy the needed pages, get your meter and start at one end...
• Re: 2.1 engine, other parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Sean Solowiej
  Tue, 28 Jan 2003 09:47:40 -0600
  ...and complete clutch assembly 2.0 Oxyboxer alternator good used trailer hitch from 2.0 Oxyboxer Westy - bolts to engine support and bumper Again...
• Re: seeking Air Cooled info/advice (82 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 16:26:52 -0700
  ...my way home I had arranged to pick up a complete engine >assembly > >from an > >>81 that was rebuilt 30K ago. My vehicle was...
• Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:29:21 -0700
  ...Hopefully fixing that and redoing the flue vent gasket and assembly will help keep the Dometic Fridge lit while driving or in camp with...
• Re: Pop Top Wood Frame Damage. PIC
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:46:05 -0700
  ...appreciated. > > Thanks > > Neil. > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: No Start Cause: Relay Failure. PICS, Thoughts.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 7 Feb 2013 18:32:44 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO - LT195/75R14/D tires - first impressions
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Mon, 7 Jan 2013 21:22:10 -0800
  ...stretches with aplomb.* > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: Why this type IV engine caught fire, spun the mains and ruined everything.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 8 Aug 2002 22:53:53 -0500
  ...the day that engine seized was also the day I cut down a bell housing and started spinning engines on the assembly stand to...
• Re: Used Radiator Inspection?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 6 Jan 2014 21:27:01 -0800
  ...A manufacture and assembly date. >>> >>> As for a stainless steel coolant distribution tower, uh no. That metal >>> would be a PITA for someone w...
• Re: throttle switch
  Historical mailing list - Neil
  Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:22:51 -0800
  ...Your engine has the "single" switch? A click should be heard as throttle is opened just off idle, then again a it's returned...
• Re: 2.1 assemble
  Historical mailing list - Finn Runyon
  Tue, 25 Sep 2012 11:41:28 -0600
  ...felder@gmail.com> wrote: > I have never done a "dry" assembly on an engine in preparation for assembling it. If you know how to...
• Re: [Syncro] Last leg...clutch master cylinder is dead...
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Fri, 25 Jan 2002 07:11:14 -0800
  ...You will be working from under the pedel > assembly. Fold your carpet up toward the shifter to keep it clean. > Just have to bleed...
• Re: Crankshaft thrust washer
  Historical mailing list - Paul Rogers
  Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:15:18 -0700
  ...When applying the clutch all that force pushes the flywheel > against that washer-thrust plate assembly. There should one thrust washer > that is larger...
• Roof Rack Off. Comments. PIC.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:19:53 -0800
  ...Besides; I really want to do some camping before work starts! Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com...
• Re: Canadian Picking up a FedEx'd Vanagon Part in US.
  Historical mailing list - Theodore Hoekman
  Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:22:51 -0230
  ...my Westy. > > Neil. > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: Canadian Picking up a FedEx'd Vanagon Part in US.
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Wilsher
  Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:58:17 -0700
  ...for my Westy. > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:24:49 -0700
  ...I'm sure it wasn't just to keep the engine |under the lid that they did the Diesel the way they did. e...
• Over heating issues, hose broke
  Historical mailing list - Gary Peebles
  Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:45:15 -0700
  ...I drove it to Guatemala (10,000 miles R/T) Original engine had 145,000 on it and it sprung leaks. So in 2009...
• Re: van visit
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 31 Aug 2016 04:13:18 +0000
  ...The engine > > compartment is cleaner than any part of my van, including me.The rest of > > the van is beyond clean. I swear it...
• Re: Resending: tranny removal question
  Historical mailing list - John
  Thu, 24 Jun 1999 20:29:30 -0400
  ...assembly, check the flywheel for heat cracks, clean & lube the pilot bearing & starter pinion gear shaft and generally "snoop" and view all engine systems...
• Re: [Q] coolant light blinking/heating problem?
  Historical mailing list - Myers, Thomas A
  Fri, 9 May 2003 14:38:55 -0400
  ...the engine ever actually overheats..] The fan resistor set [ typical cause..]is pretty easy to replace behind the driver's side headlight assembly. The...
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 20:27:55 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Radius Rod (strut) Newbs: Clean First!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 15:30:00 -0400
  ...https://sites.google.com/site/tubaneil2/RadiusArmSnappedBolt.jpg Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate...
• My AFM died
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 11:40:48 -0500
  ...When i would crank the engine it would sputter for a fraction of a second then crank for about three, sputter again and repeat...
• Re: 6 mils of lash...
  Historical mailing list - chris smith
  Thu, 23 Dec 1999 00:23:35 -0600
  ...There was >one adjuster turned all the way in! I wish I saw that when I put the rocker >assembly back on. My idle...