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• Re: question about thermostat ... or not
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Thu, 4 Mar 2010 17:30:17 -0700
  ...or not > > you just bypass that firewall fitting gizmo. > > just forward of it is the plastic fuel line coming from the pump. > Just go...
• Re: NEED GAS TANK
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 19 Apr 2005 21:00:56 -0700
  ...it fit OK except > for one fitting at the bottom, where I had to braze on the fitting from the old > tank - the new...
• oil pressure gauge and temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
  Mon, 18 May 2020 13:25:09 -0400
  ...My question is it a mistake to use NPT 1/8 inch fittings in this process? I plan to buy the gowesty oil pressure...
• Replacing the plastic cooling pipes on a bostig setup
  Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
  Mon, 24 Jun 2013 09:27:29 -0400
  ...I'm wondering if anyone has done this replacement (with a bostig setup) and can let me know if they've experienced any fitting...
• Re: Would this in any way be useful on or adaptable to a westy propane tank?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:14:07 -0700
  Jim, Says it's for "type 1" fittings. Dunno what that means, but I have a suspicion it's not legal on a vehicle...
• Re: So who sails? I keep forgetting a bunch of the vanagon people also
  Historical mailing list - chris and/or ruth
  Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:18:38 -0800
  ...Seemed fitting it was parked at an apartment house right on the bay for a couple years. Of course I left a note on...
• Re: Reefer Madness one more time
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Thu, 19 May 94 7:56:47 PDT
  > > You might check the vent for obstructions by unscrewing the exterior > outlet fitting. Ensure that your tank is not overfilled. The Dometic > repairman here...
• Sink pumps
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Jan 1995 14:22:04 -0600 (CST)
  ...The water system got an electric pump at the same time. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Does anyone know about the chances of said electric pump fitting my '71...
• Re: <<**HELP! 84 Vanagon Stalls**>>
  Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 11:01:52 -0800
  First check the connection of the fitting, under the cowl, which connects to the ignition switch. Remove the cowl's two screws, push up...
• Re: REPOST Do all bumpers (especially projektzwo) fit all vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 10 Jun 2002 11:03:48 -0500
  ...If someone were test fitting the bumpers to a > later van would they still fit on my 80? > > Thanks, > Chris > ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM...
• H water distributor
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Wed, 19 Jun 2002 17:57:01 -0700
  ...Anyone needs this H fitting and can't get it, and would like to try the fix it's yours for the shipping. I...
• Re: SURVEY - I need a metal fab. project
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 21:17:16 -0700
  ...However it is less of a task than fitting up a rear carrier. Unless of course you intend to use the carrier to carry...
• will 1980 LP tank work on 84'?
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Thu, 17 Oct 2002 10:45:03 -0700
  ...The 80' tank ALSO has the old style brass filler fitting....so ill have to modify that also....everything else looks like it will...
• Re: Power steering rack to standard rack
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rule
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 10:00:24 -0700
  ...line, as well as a tie-wrap to keep the line fitting from moving around much. Jeff at www.vanagonparts.com (email: sales@vanagonparts...
• Re: Little VW Content but Relevant for the DIY Crowd
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 08:00:23 -0700
  ...was looking for (Riv Nuts) was eBay? > > > > For nuts, bolts, hardware, fittings of various sorts, McMaster-Carr > > usually has it. www.mcmaster.com > > > > Allan...
• Re: LED Lighting upgrade: summary
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Mon, 8 Jun 2009 01:16:30 -0400
  ...dexterity with a soldering iron to > assemble them into the existing fittings > > 1). Instrument Cluster: Quantity: 4: Product: B8.3D-x Instrument LED > bulb...
• Need advice re A/C parts and service (long)
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Thu, 17 Jul 1997 22:53:58 -0500
  ...If any of the fittings on the ends of the hoses are bad or I ruin them when I take them off does anyone...
• Re: Vacuum hose slipping off fitting
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 6 Oct 2014 11:08:58 -0500
  ...ID > routing along the firewall) has slipped off of it's fitting (not slipped > off, I inadvertently knocked it off while cleaning, etc.). No...
• Re: WBX Plastic Coolant Pipe Inspection
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 20 May 2014 11:06:11 -0700
  ...I have had those plastic fitting in my Passat fail on a > road trip one time. We were able to limp it to dealership...
• Re: Hissing at booster
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 24 Oct 2016 10:03:19 -0600
  With a Hose to Your Ear, try to determine where it is coming from ~ Is it Constant with Eng' Running ~ The Fitting where the...
• Re: What is it?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 1 Aug 2015 21:00:09 -0700
  ...I checked the > fittings, they are tight. I assume it needs to be replaced? > See pic > > http://s1112.photobucket.com/user/skpnsf/media/IMG...
• Re: Poptop lift assist
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 5 May 2012 19:27:08 -0700
  ...assist-struts/) just because a friend gave me some ball end fittings and I had some old hatch struts. It worked out fine but...
• Re: Possible aaz/ turbo diesel source?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 13:28:45 -0600
  ...Different turbos, pumps, manifolds, emissions fittings, etc, same code. Mark Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote: > > EDE I think is a code for an industrial 1...
• 5-seater Westy?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 24 Sep 1994 01:09:07 -0500 (EDT)
  ...freedom of those wonderful Westy's? I'm thinking specifically of fitting a jumpseat behind the forward passenger's seat, as is done (on...
• Re: Gas tank fittings
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Thu, 6 Aug 1998 14:31:36 -0400
  If it is not too much trouble, I too would like this information. I need to replace all my fitings as well. TIA Ron...
• Re: pop-top seals
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Thu, 12 Mar 1998 13:00:18 -0400
  ...This place also sells thermoplastic PS/hydraulics hose with various fittings on the ends, and has heater hose in 1/8" increments perfect for...
• EV Fire Update
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Mon, 20 Sep 1999 18:33:31 -0400
  ...This is the area where the fuel lines are held together with crimp fittings, and the area where others (on the list as well...
• Speedo cable/wheel bearing question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Elfelt
  Fri, 24 Sep 1999 03:17:03 -0400
  ...Could that be dirt that has pile in through the loose-fitting cork thingie? Unrelated.... sort of..... should I think about repacking my wheel...
• Re: Vent Shades?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Thu, 10 Feb 2000 09:06:01 -0500
  ...I got a set of those first and returned them and ordered a better fitting set from Steve. Steve 89 Westy > -----Original Message----- > From...
• Re: Alloy wheels at gowesty and EV wheels--ET depends on width
  Historical mailing list - Raul Cisneros
  Tue, 11 Dec 2001 19:43:26 EST
  ...was speaking in general terms but trying to describe specifically about fitting wheels to a Vanagon. I still maintain, that for Vanagon wheels, going...
• Re: Turbo diesel motor in Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 22:29:53 -0700
  ...Regarding the oil return line, I just installed a fitting on the oil pan at or just above the oil level. Never had any...
• Re: Towing with an '89 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Karl M
  Mon, 2 Dec 2002 22:49:27 -0500
  ...of these > functions so I'm stuck with the problem of fitting three circuits into two > circuits. > > Can anyone help? > > Thanks, > > Tom Ryan > Shelton...
• Re: Air conditioning hose
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Fri, 3 Sep 2004 22:39:50 -0500
  ...I would almost bet that the fitting at the condensor is frozen solid, and you will destroy it upon removal being that it's...
• hello and a new memeber.
  Historical mailing list - . .
  Sun, 1 Aug 2004 23:28:31 -0500
  ...I had in my mind to drill and install a grease fitting into the stub axle so at least once a year I could...
• Re: Mystery lines (at least to me)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:37:35 -0400
  ...Vanagon >without compromising function, and a few (eliminating or changing >plastic fitting on the primary fuel line for example) improve it. Dave, what Scott...
• Re: A little help, Literally
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 5 Sep 2006 21:44:27 -0400
  ...On this down pipe there is a little probe fitting that has a metal screw on cap. Well.. my little screw on cap has...
• AC line fittings
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:12:33 -0500
  So After cutting about a dozen holes in fellow list member Ken's Wilfords parts van I'm about ready to run the AC...
• Re: Replacing copper propane lines
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:28:20 -0400
  ...The major concern is the leak > tightness when using a hose and fittings inside. There should be no > problem with some of this hose...
• Re: Need Vacuum hose connector part
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 31 Aug 1999 07:34:51 -0700
  Hi there, This part can be replaced by being a bit creative among the brass fittings at Home Depot. I looked for the same...
• Re: Propane tank restore or replace
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Tue, 6 Oct 2015 12:41:08 -0300
  ...When I bought the Hyena last year ('88 WBX), I had the tank pressure tested, and I tested all lines and fittings, before using...
• Re: Replacing copper propane lines
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:25:24 -0500
  ...The major concern is the leak >>> tightness when using a hose and fittings inside. There should be no >>> problem with some of this hose...
• Re: Tranny oil cooler,(homemade kit?)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:28:49 -0500
  ...Tranny oil cooler,(homemade kit?) > > Marc, > > What Larry said and . > The banjo fittings, 12 x 1.5 mm thread, can be found on various...
• Re: How to fix a leaking banjo fitting
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 21:04:09 -0500
  ...at the washer where the hollow bolt passes through >>>>> the banjo fitting on the pressure side. I made sure the bolt IS NOT >>>>> loose...
• Propane regulator WARNING
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Wed, 26 Jul 2000 13:44:35 EDT
  ...Costs about $25 with installed POL fitting, plus a few bucks for the weather covers. ...and when I asked him what the difference was...
• Re: Brake Fluid Capacity, 88GL
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 17 Sep 2004 14:04:24 -0500
  ...filling the tank several times and having some one pump the brakes and the clutch while I was underneath opening and closing fittings. Read...
• Re: Driving with no Power Steering
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Fri, 6 Jul 2007 08:37:36 -0700
  ...since this is a special hose with > banjo fittings on one end and and swedged fittings one the other. In > other words - a somewhat...
• Re: Auto tranny cooling
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 27 Jun 2015 09:49:26 -0400
  I have to ask why you need something else to get anxiety over? Choices are to drill the pan and use a bulkhead fitting...
• Re: Replacing Propane Regulator Advice?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 10 Jan 2010 21:55:16 -0500
  You will be amazed at how long two gallons of propane can feed a fire through a 3/8 hose or fitting. Gasoline on...
• Re: removal of window washer sprayer
  Historical mailing list - Zolly
  Thu, 4 Jun 2009 10:07:36 -0700
  ...When you take out the one that is on the rear door, you will see how it is fitting. Those are the only item...
• Re: Grendel, Thursday IIb, evening
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 6 Oct 1995 06:33:03 -0400
  ...Although not the preferred method of repair, how about a few compression fittings from that same FLAPS? In a pinch, I have used the...
• Re: screens
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Mon, 31 Oct 94 20:09:33 CST
  ...the mid-sections of Vanagons? Is there someplace >that makes nice-fitting removable screens? I had used Velcro to >affix some nylon screen mesh...
• fridge doesnt want to run on shore power...
  Historical mailing list - john silverman
  Sun, 9 Aug 1998 22:28:14 -0600
  ...Last week I took the fridge out of Vic ('90 syncro westy) to clean the propane fittings. Everything went well, and I suprised myself...
• Re: Another Fridge Question
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 10 Nov 1999 23:08:37 -0800
  ...it's possible a minor collision could crack the fitting wher it comes out of the tank or rupture a seam/weld in the...
• Re: Radiator hoses in air cooled?
  Historical mailing list - Lee Wood
  Thu, 13 Jan 2000 17:10:13 -0800
  ...I traced the hoses back to the engine compartment<br> where the have fittings that are taped over with electrical tape. What is<br...
• Re: Stealth camping
  Historical mailing list - J.Fleming
  Fri, 11 Feb 2000 19:31:29 -0800
  ...I was working on the B-2 Stealth bomber so I guess it was only > >fitting. > > > >Ron Bloomquist > >ROADCOW > >VANARU > > > > Working on the Stealth...
• Re: Epoxy and Coolant temp tolerance
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 9 Mar 2001 08:29:46 -0800
  Epoxy should work fine, but I doubt that the plastic used in this fitting can be "welded" with super glue. Bars Leaks sells the...
• Re: Dumb fuel tank question
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Tue, 26 Feb 2002 09:22:41 EST
  ...I think any reasonably strong tank would work, just put a hose from it to the fuel pump, add a tee fitting and a...
• Re: Maaco Paint Job
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 11 Mar 2002 12:31:48 -0700
  ...It took 4 guys to put it back in, come to find out original VW glass is notoriously tight fitting. These guys are experienced...
• Re: P/Steering hose# ??
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Sun, 8 Feb 2004 10:42:20 -0500
  ...Just take the fittings in with you so they can be matched. I think Frank Condelli sells these as well already made up for...
• Re: SV: Patching pushrod tube?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 14 Jul 2005 09:49:45 EDT
  ...Ask any plumber and he will tell you stories of trying to change one old fitting and ending up changing the whole branch. Disturbing...