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Re: How do I test the big end bearings
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Mon, 15 Jan 2001 20:57:18 -0800
...Anything over .0035 and I'd re-do the lower end...) clean off Plastigage, lightly oil (I use SAE 30 Valvoline for assembly/break...
Sliding Door Cable Busted & Door Stuck Closed
Historical mailing list - Didliratgaff
Fri, 17 May 2002 03:36:54 -0700
...Does anyone know how to open the door so that I can have a bit better access to the rear lock assembly to attach...
Fw: Tail Lights/82 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Tom Hewitt
Tue, 1 Jul 2003 12:33:22 -0400
...Pulled the tail light assembly apart and discovered a real mess. Water has been getting into this area on both sides of the Van...
Re: Clutch woes
Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
Thu, 22 Jul 2004 16:41:27 -0400
...http://volksweb.relitech.com/clutch.htm I never quitre finished the article, so I'll just go "Chilton" on you and say assembly is...
Re: spring/wire in pop top lift handle
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:36:17 -0800
...cable I used. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
Fwd: Re: More power
Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
Sat, 20 Jan 2007 09:49:11 -0800
...S & S makes one, but reports are that the quality of assembly on them is spotty. Some report that they cannot get the d...
Re: Can Anyone Spare a Dometic LP gas orifice?
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Sat, 10 May 2008 16:45:22 -0600
...on use, it is necessary to clean and adjust the burner assembly. The burner ist fitted with a # 24 jet, which is suitable for...
Re: How many Vanagons
Historical mailing list - David King
Fri, 13 Feb 2004 22:02:21 -0600
...if your 1991 VIN has MG in it, it > was assembled in Graz on the Syncro assembly line, even though it's > not a...
Re: Anyone got a dead Dometic?
Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
Fri, 14 May 2004 21:57:45 -0700
...Anyone got an internal heatsink assembly from a dead Dometic they could sell me? Thanks, Steve ---------------------------------------------------------------- >tim in san jose >> >>Thanks Stan, I know...
Cured my hot cabin heater leak
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 2 Sep 2023 19:51:31 -0500
...Pulled the instrument cluster and the control lever assembly from the dash. Found that the wire cable that controls the heater valve had kinked...
Re: Brake Light Troubleshooting Tips?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sun, 8 Jun 2014 16:41:29 -0700
...I don't think it's a problem with that ground wire, which serves the whole assembly. With the brake pedal held down by...
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Mon, 13 Jul 2015 15:41:56 -0400
...the >>>>> ring/finger assembly on the back of the steering wheel and on the face of >>>>> the turn signal assembly. That thin brass gets...
Re: Advise me on a radiator change
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 21 Sep 2017 22:30:30 +0000
...For service it gets dropped as an assembly. What you will want to do is remove all the hose mounting clips on the frame...
Re: Anyone got a dead Dometic?
Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
Fri, 14 May 2004 20:45:06 -0700
...I've already cleaned my burner assembly, replaced the stock fan with one that moves more air, added an internal fan to circulate cold...
Re: Slider Hinge
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 09:19:27 -0800
...There are some seals in the assembly that do get lost, maybe you can see that Ithe pics? Alistair > On Jan 25, 2021, at...
Re: Looking for some late model interior parts for 90 Westy
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 28 May 2014 15:03:47 -0500
...carpet for Automatic in Grey (good used). > > Sliding window sliders complete assembly > > If you have any of these items please let me know how...
Re: Shift Linkage Woes -- 1984 Westy
Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
Sat, 13 Jul 2013 16:58:55 -0500
Sounds like the problem is the ball/spring assembly on the shift lever. These are still available from list vendors. It's an easy...
#8 Wire Terminal Crimp w/DIY Tools. Pass or fail? PICS
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:26:03 -0700
...Thanks! Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta...
Re: Mystic Oil
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 26 Jun 2011 11:12:21 -0700
...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon...
Re: parking brake adjustment frozen
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Thu, 26 May 2011 18:01:18 -0600
...Then that whole > cable/rod assembly needs to be replaced, though the threaded end can be > repaired if need be. Changing the cable is...
Batteries assembly
Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 07:57:29 -0000
Looking for best advice on installation of best set of batteries, location and connections in my 87' Westy. I'll be going on a...
Re: Front calipers '72 bus
Historical mailing list
Thu, 11 Apr 1996 17:25:15 -0300 (ADT)
...grease/paste for assembly. Tim Smith
water pump change
Historical mailing list - Dan Soiney
Wed, 17 Jul 1996 10:56:32 -0500
...Upon re assembly, make sure the new pump has the coolant line bolt holes are machined to the correct depth, or they will feel...
Re: Rolls Royce belongs to VW now - congratulations ?
Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
Sun, 7 Jun 1998 02:55:36 EDT
...Guess it was a strategic decision to have the sharholders assembly on a friday ... >> Just thought that you should know that VW wont be...
Re: POP TOP ROOF OPTIONS
Historical mailing list
Wed, 5 May 1999 02:56:31 EDT
...Is the smaller pop up roof assembly, the "hubdach" , satisfactory. I really don't need the sleeping space above, but would like to stand...
Re: AC switch removal. How?
Historical mailing list - KiddPanoscha
Fri, 24 Aug 2001 08:13:26 -0400
...Juergen -On my '85 the knob assembly basically pulls off. The switch is held in place -with a nut just like a radio knob...
Re: window screens
Historical mailing list - John Fried
Mon, 23 Jul 2001 09:29:40 -0400
...screening and two 10' rolls of 1/2" wide magnetic tape. Assembly was easy. I started by placing the magnetic tape around the window...
Re: Measure, Visually Inspect Rear Brake Adjuster Wheel Teeth?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 13 May 2016 16:47:11 -0400
...dull to any degree, does that indicate that the > adjuster bar assembly needs to be replaced? > > Thanks > > Neil. > > > -- > Neil n > > Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general...
Re: 12 Volt + Wire Up Rear Pillar? (vent)
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 16 Feb 2013 13:05:46 -0800
...owner me!) did! -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
need input on confusing CV joints...
Historical mailing list - rsf
Wed, 8 Mar 2006 23:16:02 -0500
...The click is gone with the new CV/axle assembly. Should I keep this unit for when my starboard side goes, or is there...
Re: Suckers beware: Re: Interesting item on eBay
Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
Tue, 16 Mar 2004 15:58:17 -0500
...He's >obviously hoping some sucker won't read it. > >does not include an engine assembly or transaxle > > >Jim > >On Mar 16, 2004, at...
Re: Timing Chains, Belts, Gears, etc
Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
Fri, 22 Jun 2007 14:03:34 -0500
...With a chain, you get to buy 150,000 of one gear and there is no special procedure on the assembly line. (The best...
Re: Removed the front fan/heater core assembly.
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Mon, 8 Mar 2010 07:20:34 -0600
...Any guess as to how to hook up the wires to the new �motor?? The >> foam insulation on the assembly is all gone. �Any...
Re: exact foot pounds for the oil plug?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 16 Jun 2016 07:04:55 -0500
...John On Jun 15, 2016 21:45, "Dennis Haynes" <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote: > Most every threaded fastener assembly on manufactured equipment not only > has...
Re: Bugs out, and other annoyances
Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
Fri, 27 Aug 1999 11:51:25 -0700
...I did not remove the flex arm assembly when I drilled the holes, but believe me when I say that it would be a...
Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 26 Jan 2013 14:12:22 -0800
...trying to accomplish? -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81...
Re: While the dash is off...top priorities?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Fri, 23 Apr 2010 07:55:05 -0700
...on body sheet metal -check over bearing surfaces on the pedal assembly your installing - bushings, shafts, etc -check condition of the rubber steering couplers...
Re: Germany VW war
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:38:04 -0700
"he later ate his words, im sure, as the millionth Beetle rolled off the assembly line in the late 60's, surpassing production of...
Re: The black box in engine compartment
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:16:33 -0800
...engine compartment driver side a > few inches ahead of the light assembly. > What is it's purpose? > Any relays supposed to be in it...
Re: Still Being Screwed...aka--Don't Use PartsPlace
Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
Mon, 11 Sep 1995 21:28:51 -0500 (CDT)
...have a feeling i won't be going anywhere next weekend either. > > anyone in the raleigh, nc area have a sparte axle assembly for...
Re: ANSWER: How many 2WD Vanagons were assembled in Graz
Historical mailing list - Michael Harrnacker
Sat, 17 Oct 1998 19:34:19 -0600
...Austria, and wondered just how many 2WD > Vanagons did the STP assembly line produce. > > Here's the answer, thanks to harald.holecek@datakom.at...
Re: Center Seat Removal
Historical mailing list - John H. Rodgers
Sat, 24 Oct 1998 12:58:09 -0500
...on the tracks, the seat can be removed by pulling the assembly toward the sliding door. BUT, you have to remove the carpet toward...
Re: How many 2wd Vanagons were assembled in Gratz?
Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
Thu, 8 Oct 1998 10:53:01 EDT
...the owner of a 2WD Vanagon GL Camper > with a Gratz assembly code prompts me to ask the subject line > question. And how many...
Woody's woes (temporarily) over
Historical mailing list - McComas_Glenn
Thu, 9 Mar 2000 18:10:42 -0500
...This is easy to do on Bosch alternators, though I recommend buying the complete Bosch regulator+brush assembly unless you are handy with a...
Wanted: Water tank key
Historical mailing list - Jose Romeo Vela
Mon, 1 May 2000 14:38:47 -0700
...I asked the Bus Depot to see if they sold this key and the answer was to buy the whole cap assembly for $50...
AC Cap Screw
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 15 Sep 2002 21:52:15 -0500
...Only as part of the bracket assembly. Cost for AC compressor bracket --- $195. No way. So, the next best thing is to run a...
Re: skylight alternatives
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Wed, 21 Aug 2002 07:15:04 -0400
...But the $250 price you saw was for the entire assembly. If you only need certain pieces, just buy them separately. You can find...
Re: Fuel Tank Re-Seal Kit
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:34:05 -0700
...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon...
Re: gas filler neck leak
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Wed, 25 Sep 2002 12:52:54 -0400
...On my vehicle, the old vent tube went between the metal body of the floor, and the heater vent assembly. To put the new...
Re: Update: Re: Darn idle, stalling, running rich...
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:34:32 -0700
...the BTDT page . . . >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >> >> '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. >> >> '81...
Re: What parts needed for gas filler tube install
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 21 May 2012 11:02:22 -0700
...http://www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/vanagon-fuel-filler-assembly/gas-filler-neck-shield-50mm-251201117 vagcat appears to show the same styles...
Re: Bearing Replacement
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 5 Oct 2022 13:41:28 -0500
...requires removal and then disassembly of the ring > gear carrier, differential assembly. Reassembly requires setting the ring > to pinion gear backlash and bearing preload...
Should be: "Luggage" Rack Off. Comments. PIC.
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:20:41 -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: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Wed, 31 May 2006 13:11:09 -0700
...RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY On 5/30/06, Jeffrey Schwaia <jeff@vanagonparts.com> wrote: > > Ben, > > You better add a zero to that $25K number...
AAZ swap progress
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Tue, 9 Jul 2013 18:55:21 -0600
...clutch plate pressure plate and having flywheel surfaced, lubing throttle pedal assembly and cable, oil pump, oil seals and gaskets,and dropped off crankshaft...
Re: Fridge question
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 5 Sep 2012 00:50:13 -0400
...They're meant to hold the outer assembly on, not to manhandle the flue into correct alignment. Any time the beast is out, have...
Re: new LP tank regulator touches body
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Sun, 15 Jul 2012 16:35:31 -0700
I believe you can twist the regulator assembly down out of the way quite easily. On Jul 15, 2012, at 4:18 PM, Spencer...
Re: Working on the brake lines....
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:56:01 -0700
...for >> overnight purposes. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages...
Re: Tail lamp assembly mounting screw
Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
Sat, 26 Jun 2010 13:28:09 -0700
Zoltan wrote: > Sheet metal is sheet metal in Germany and USA just the same. Metric or > not it's still a sheet metal screw...
Re: Vanagon Head Gaskets
Historical mailing list
Sat, 15 Apr 1995 19:47:56 -0400
...be the next job after getting cv-joint and front wheel assembly back together. Front final drive's gotta be worked into the sheme...