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• Re: Is there a Diesel Vanagon with Power Steering ?
  Historical mailing list - Meier Michael
  Tue, 17 Mar 1998 12:24:08 +0100
  ...Those things have a warning about not putting an A/C compressor on the engine printed up on a bright red sticker on the...
• Re: jugs, vw that is...
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 16:25:57 -0800
  ...You could possibly bend the tips of a scissor clamp type ring compressor at a right angle and make it work. The water jacket...
• Re: Anyone know of a good cooler for a Vanagon...
  Historical mailing list - Wolfgang Ziegler
  Sat, 6 Sep 2003 20:48:04 -0400
  Jesse, we use an IGLOO 'Survivor' which runs of AC, 12V and propane (not thermoelectric or compressor). They used to be pretty popular in...
• Re: A/C tune-up time
  Historical mailing list - Jaime Forero
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 13:09:15 -0600
  ...hoses, compressor evap, etc?? I am tired of paying around 35 dollars a can of R 12 to recharge the system. Thanks ----- Original Message...
• Re: AC Recharge
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 7 Jul 2004 16:08:16 -0700
  ...AC Recharge We just got an 87 Westy with AC and it needs a recharge because I can hear the compressor come on, but...
• Re: MPG and AC - Mythbusters
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 28 Aug 2007 21:03:06 -0400
  ...R-12 or R-134a? Modern variable displacement compressor? What difference does the inside/outside temperature differential make? Were the aerodynamics of the vehicle...
• Re: Air Conditioning help
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 22 Jan 2014 08:04:55 -0800
  ...Those fittings on the compressor are hard to find but some length changes can do away with them or if in good shape go...
• Re: � � � Anyone upgraded the horn?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:13:44 -0800
  ...Prior to that I had a Hella air horn, twin trumpet and compressor. I really liked that sound but the trumpet parts finally wore...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 11:47:22 -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...
• Never Under Estimate Your Ground Straps!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 22:10:42 +0100
  ...Once I got the compressor out of the engine compartment, I was able to get a clear look at my engine block to chassis...
• Re: <No subject given>
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Fri, 7 Apr 2017 04:56:40 +0000
  ...The R-12 compressors (like Sanden SD510 or SD710) are not likely to last as long with the newer oils they're not designed...
• Re: Dimensions for A/C hoses
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Wed, 26 Oct 2016 05:30:58 -0700
  ...in > the summer, now not even activating the compressor. > Bridged the low pressure switch, compressor kicked in, but no effective > cooling after a few...
• Re: Checked your spare tire recently? Spare Tire Size
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:58:05 -0600
  ...Why do corporations get bad names? the repair kit and compressor? Well, plenty of people would be completely incapable of managing that beside the...
• Re: A/C Fans 2nd and 3rd ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:32:17 -0400
  The radiator fan should run at low speed anytime the compressor is engaged. If the AC condenser pressure goes above a certain point the...
• Re: A/C noisy racket
  Historical mailing list - eric ley
  Wed, 11 Feb 2015 09:16:08 -0500
  sounds like the pulley bearing is gone might have to change out the compressor. > Date: Tue, 10 Feb 2015 17:41:51 -0800 > From...
• Re: Air Conditioning help
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 23 Jan 2014 19:25:36 -0500
  ...Eastern Standard Time, > > kevin@GILLERANENERGY.COM writes: > > Keith, > > When you replace the condenser, hoses and fittings can you reuse the > > existing compressor or does...
• Re: A/C--Fix it myself?
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:33:10 -0500
  ...Anybody out there done the R 134 conversion > themselves? Is there a parts kit? Do you need to get a rebuilt compressor > and new...
• Re: Alternate A/C refrigerants?
  Historical mailing list - Gilbert Landin
  Mon, 12 May 1997 20:38:45 -0500
  my 89 westie has the same stains around the compressor clutch. I took it to the toyota place (I was there on other buisness...
• A/C Condensor--Serpentine vs Tube Type
  Historical mailing list - George Mercer
  Tue, 11 Oct 2005 11:31:01 EDT
  ...I'm also told the tube type condensor will put 40% more load on the compressor and thus wear out the condensor sooner and...
• Re: compressing piston rings in engine
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 9 Dec 2013 17:46:25 -0500
  ...top, bottom, side? > The > >> > bottom seems to nearly work. > >> > > >> > 2) Even if I were to get the standard compressor to fit, how on > >> > earth...
• Re: Inner Dia. for long A/C hose - 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Sun, 4 May 2003 13:21:34 -0500
  ...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: removing air conditioner without spilling the freon
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Fri, 11 Mar 2016 11:03:02 -0500
  ...I just want to remove the > compressor because it gets in the way of working on the left side of the > engine. I also...
• Re: off with her heads
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Wed, 23 Oct 2013 08:19:18 -0700
  ...i saw some of these other >> compressors, but i can't image getting something like this into the >> wasserbox >> http://www.wonderbart.com/images...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:11:19 -0500
  ...runs at full speed a signal goes to the compressor, that disables the AC compressor (engages it's clutch), so that the AC isn...
• Re: Front Springs
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 5 Jul 2017 17:27:35 -0700
  ...On 7/5/17, Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote: > No need for compressor on 2wd front spring removal. > > Got Bentley? > > Alistair > >> On Jul...
• Items to have in your van
  Historical mailing list - sstones
  Fri, 30 Sep 1994 12:25:28 -0400 (EDT)
  ...12V Compressor. To fill your tires. when you're already running your spare, you've a slow leak and it's only 50 more...
• Re: jugs, vw that is...
  Historical mailing list - Jay & Kim Schmidt
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 17:27:55 -0600
  ...Is a hose-clamp ring compressor the way to go? Space seems a little tight even with everything on the bench. It probably can...
• Lets rip out the Air conditioner - 89 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - michael schiesser
  Fri, 23 Jun 2000 14:56:30 -0400
  ...2.Does anyone want any of the parts? I think the compressor and exchanger work fine, its line leaks etc that are the problem...
• 90 Carat Weekender for Sale in CA
  Historical mailing list - Suzanne Hackett
  Thu, 24 Jan 2002 14:45:22 -0800
  ...transmission, suspension, distributor) Comes with new water pump Needs new A/C compressor Kelley Blue Book value: $5050 - $5,770 Best offer in that...
• Re: a/c causing rpms to drop when turned on.
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sun, 2 Nov 2003 13:11:10 -0800
  ...C operation by an air valve that is acuated when the compressor is on. The valve is located on the passenger-side firewall in...
• Installing front syncro shocks-HOW TO??
  Historical mailing list - Brian Butler
  Thu, 5 Feb 2004 16:36:09 -0800
  ...Do I need a coil spring compressor to install the fronts? Can I do it without? I've looked at the "How to install...
• Re: BEHR front AC unit on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Wed, 28 Sep 2005 19:05:04 -0400
  ...two months ago, but it was the whole system > > minus the compressor. I thought I came near getting ripped off at $165 > > > > you hardly...
• help removing reefer
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
  Sat, 1 Apr 2006 10:38:15 -0600
  ...i've never heard the compressor run. so i'm trying to sort that out, while adding the "easy light" kit that gowesty sells...
• Re: your favorite 12 V accessory
  Historical mailing list - honemastert
  Fri, 16 Feb 2007 09:27:51 -0700
  ...around in the van in the hot AZ summers! 3) Air Compressor 4) Non 12 v. but we use them like crazy.. small flexible...
• Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 4 Aug 2007 13:30:31 -0700
  ...They all seem to use the Danfos compressor, > some have a 'cold plate' some don't. I bought this one: > http://www.waeco.com...
• Re: Another way to drain coolant
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sat, 18 Oct 2008 11:49:36 -0400
  ...THEN insert a compressor air spray nozzle into one of the hoses with a rag to fill up the gap around the nozzle. Give...
• Re: Advance Auto AC recharge kit
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Brobst
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 13:52:59 -0400
  ...On my 91 I only changed the one on the back of the compressor. I couldn't find the other one and was too...
• Re: Fryeday: Great Tool Deals
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 07:15:52 -0700
  ...An hour later he come back, new DeWalt stapler in hand..."Only $68...on sale"...and then we set up the compressor and find...
• Re: tool find
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 29 Sep 2013 19:10:16 -0500
  ...impact with a weak compressor still delivers over 900ft./lbs. in the reverse mode. By the time the compressor is out of air, I...
• Re: Freeze-12 and other A/C supplies
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Sun, 20 Jun 2010 14:19:18 -0700
  ...Neither the R-134a, or the R-142b used to keep head pressure down, carry oil as well as does R-12, so compressor...
• Re: A/C to be or not to be
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 13 Jan 2000 09:13:56 EST
  ...Undoing the A/C lines from the condensor and compressor and then pulling them is the hardest part of removing the entire system (along...
• RE: Does air cond.=hp loss?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Thu, 12 Sep 1996 09:53:03 -0400
  There is a loss of approx 7 to 15 hp when you turn on the AC, and every = time the compressor engages thereafter. Its...
• Re: Digijet Diagnostic Aide
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 12:46:52 -0800
  ...An extra lead could be moved > around to several points like the P/S switch, A/C compressor,...? > Jay '85 Westy >
• Nice '82 Diesel Rabbit (Auto) FS
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 1 Mar 2001 14:52:19 EST
  ...It did have A/C but we have removed the compressor (you could put it back if you wanted and get it set up...
• emergency radiator fan manual switch and other
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Sat, 11 May 2002 15:56:35 -0700
  For those who have ac, Can anyone see why there would be a problem with pulling the electrical connection to the ac compressor at...
• Crazy idea - hail shelter
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Mon, 4 Aug 2003 12:10:46 -0500
  ...1.) some type of inflatable cover I have an air compressor here at home, I could run out and fill them. 2.) some type...
• Re: 86Gl auto milage
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Wed, 4 May 2005 16:20:54 EDT
  ...every 3k), running on p205/70-14 at 32psi.A.C compressor disconnected ( 2- 40 cooling ) I do not mess with any thing unless...
• Re: acceptable way to discharge A/C at home?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 12 Nov 2005 11:44:21 -0600
  ...I've moved my compressor as much out of the way as I can > without disconnecting the hoses, but would really like to remove...
• Re: Building a Shop
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 15 Mar 2015 13:17:21 -0500
  ...You will want an air compressor. 3 to 5 HP 60 to 80 gallon tank. Oil/water separators if you want to paint. Larger...
• '86 Syncro front shocks/rotors - Replacement Report
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 14 Jul 1996 21:23:12 -0500
  ...The only special tool I used was the spring compressor. 1. Removed wheels (duh!) 2. Removed brake calipers (small self locking bolts holding them...
• =?UTF-8?Q?Re=3A_I=E2=80=99m_leaving_the_Dometic_propane_brotherhood?=
  Historical mailing list - Neil
  Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:47:12 -0700
  ...They're so useful regardless of having a DC compressor style fridge. I like the features of the Dometic you point to. Bigger freezer...
• Re: Inner diameter of A/C hose
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 1 Jul 2016 18:36:33 -0400
  ...Inner diameter of A/C hose I need to repair one of the hoses from the compressor to the condenser and will have to...
• selecting a compression tester
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:08:03 -0500
  ...in adapters for doing the leak-down test (already have air compressor). I have the usual array of stores available to me. Thank you...
• Re: How much R134A to use in A/C
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Feddish
  Tue, 26 May 1998 13:07:36 -0400
  ...R134A conversion kit today and I'm still waiting >for my compressor to arrive. Does anyone know how many cans (lb's) of >R134A...
• AW: How hot is HOT?
  Historical mailing list - Conrad Schimke
  Tue, 4 Aug 1998 14:50:23 +0200
  ...3rd stage will also cut out the AC compressor clutch. But I haven't ever seen this 3rd stage working due to high temperature...
• [Fwd: Installing New Coil Springs Ques?]
  Historical mailing list - James R. Wetzel
  Sat, 12 Sep 1998 04:31:59 -0400
  ...Specifically, do you have to have a compressor for the springs, especially the new ones or is there some other trick? Must you disconnect...
• Re: AC system wiring questions (SOS)
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 12:27:04 +0100
  ...Complete except for the > compressor (Karl Wolz got it. He's in Aridzona and *needs* it. What am > I offered? Are you willing to...
• Re: High Idle, Setting the timing
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Mon, 28 Jan 2002 22:38:56 -0800
  ...2) The ISV kicks up >the engine idle rpm to 1200/1300 rpm when the AC is on to prevent the >compressor load from...
• Re: BEHR front AC unit on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 28 Sep 2005 18:05:12 -0500
  ...two months ago, but it was the whole system >> minus the compressor. I thought I came near getting ripped off at >> $165 > > > you hardly...
• Wiring diagram for AC 84/85
  Historical mailing list - A. Hurley
  Fri, 5 Aug 2005 11:21:39 -0400
  ...old model doesn't have the low pressure shutoff switch, and the pressure seems to be fine. Compressor works when hot-wired. Thanks, Andree