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Re: Dang driver lowbeam and front driver turnsignal
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sat, 7 Jan 2017 01:48:11 -0500
...Much better to not have it than >> have >> > one that can't be turned off (most auto-ranging *can* be turned off). >> > >> > >> > >> > Accuracy -- the...
Re: Audi 100/200 callipers PHOTOS
Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
Sat, 14 Feb 2004 02:41:11 +0000
...I did notice though that you have the allen type fasteners holding >the > > caliper to the bracket. I would be very curious as to...
Re: 1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg, WLE For Sale - Not Running
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 14 Jun 2005 12:33:55 -0500
...One little thing though, >the glovebox has two tabs which hold it in the open position, and one is >broken off – still function fine...
Re: knock Sensor, to run max timing, and optimize fuel grades used.
Historical mailing list - Fast Forward
Sat, 4 Nov 2000 10:45:24 -0800
...My feeling is that the auto based inline's weren't designed with a high duty cycle, i.e. running at 50-100% power...
1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg, WLE For Sale - Not Running
Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
Mon, 11 Jul 2005 22:12:33 EDT
...One little thing though, the glovebox has two tabs which hold it in the open position, and one is broken off – still function fine...
Re: 1982 Diesel Intermittent Start Problem (extensive experience)
Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
Thu, 13 Apr 2000 14:23:44 EDT
...If you have a DVM with Min/Max voltage hold function you can check a few things. A> Minimum battery voltage during cranking. B...
Re: Dang driver lowbeam and front driver turnsignal
Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
Sun, 8 Jan 2017 12:26:50 -0500
...Much better to not have it than > >> have > >> > one that can't be turned off (most auto-ranging *can* be turned off). > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > Accuracy -- the...
Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 15 Sep 2004 11:59:44 -0500
...The Coolmatic unit has the unique battery monitor function which you can set to automatically stop drawing the current when the battery voltage gets...
Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:36:21 -0400
...Despite being referred to as zinc, this additive actually contains zinc and phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti-wear function in the motor oil...
battery types (article)
Historical mailing list
Fri, 21 Apr 1995 10:46:35 -0400
...of a battery is a function >of the surface area of the plates exposed to the chemicals. > >1) Automotive Starting Batteries >It has one...
Elementary ? about Van sound systems..Long.
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Wed, 29 Aug 2007 08:21:12 -0700
...fuses on the amp, neither one blew..but that 'cycling' of function and the heating up didn't seem like a good thing... I...
I DID NOT SOUP UP MY 2.1L- BUT WHAT I DID DO WAS...
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Tue, 16 Feb 1999 19:44:38 PST
...I thought long and hard and talked to a number of experts of the VW performance automotive industry. I spent about a month of...
Re: regearing a manual trans
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Sat, 5 Sep 2015 15:34:04 -0700
...a function of torque and speed. Lower the engine >>> speed and you lower the available horsepower. Especially on the >>> Syncros and automatics a change...
Re: Stereo / CD Issues, improvement suggestions
Historical mailing list - mark keller
Tue, 26 Aug 1997 12:15:56 -0400
...The installerremoved the metal hinged cover, contructd a 3/4" speaker mount that performs two functions. The mount extends to the front of the...
Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:51:37 -0500
...Or, you can buy a phosphate free coolant from any auto supply. Zerex makes a good one, but so do others. Just make sure...
New 2001 EV details
Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
Sat, 3 Feb 2001 14:44:55 -0800
...Both models offer comfortable, spacious and functional interiors, and a unique European driving experience. With 206 cubic feet of interior room, the 2001 Eurovan...
Re: Hatchback struts
Historical mailing list - James Vogl
Mon, 10 Apr 2017 10:05:04 -0700
...functionality I know of is that, if you're using an added slip-tube support, with the shaft pointing down, the slip-tube automatically...
Re: Vngns ARE junk! Wilder's Law
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Sun, 13 Mar 2005 04:32:10 -0500
...there is not much that can compete with parts were built for the auto companies while the vehicle was still in production. having been...
Re: Electrical problem?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 1 Jun 2014 11:59:31 -0400
...Your multi meter probably has a current function so you could do the same with that. Since you looking at a small load place...
Re: Digifant II 'Diesel' Conversion Pics
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 18 Sep 2001 19:44:53 -0700
...The coil is actually a 1986 Vanagon coil with the stock holder. You are right about the engine cover - there is no messing around...
Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 06:45:41 -0700
...Despite being referred to as zinc, this additive actually contains zinc and phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti-wear function in the motor oil...
Re: Loss of Power False Air Oil Breather?
Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
Wed, 21 Aug 2002 22:26:34 -0500
...Another thing I need to do is replace the accelerator cable >my is rust corroded near the boot that sits by the auto tranny...
Re: Another Monster Battery Option For Stock Locations-Charging!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 2 May 2012 17:41:40 -0400
...the tray and have a demonically inspired destructive intent as you hold a sawzall or other cutting tool. After you have widened the battery...
Re: Elementary ? about Van sound systems..Long.
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Wed, 29 Aug 2007 09:11:31 -0700
...fuses > on the amp, neither one blew..but that 'cycling' of function and the heating > up didn't seem like a good thing... > I...
On I4 and TIICO Exhaust Fixes
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Mon, 30 Sep 2002 02:13:39 EDT
...Because of these basic properties, the different components expand and contract as a function of temperature. While the head/block/oil pan are generally...
Re: Definitive test for Hall > ECU?
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Tue, 30 Oct 2007 18:37:27 -0700
...You really don't wanna exceed the 25 BTDC mechanical advance maximum @ 3800rpm, because the vacuum advance adds another 12 degrees when functioning properly...
Re: Hubcaps - chrome moonies ( not )
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Mon, 4 Feb 2008 18:44:27 -0800
...Hubcaps - chrome moonies ( not ) Re " any chrome moon hubcaps for a '71 up bus or beetle will work." Just for your automotive and cultural...
Bulley manifesto against SUVs/marketing, Few Vanagon words
Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
Sat, 6 Mar 1999 16:26:23 -0500
...We all know that SUV's don't fall under the federal COLA standards, so automakers don't have to worry about SUV's...
Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
Historical mailing list - Vince S
Wed, 15 Sep 2004 10:23:39 -0700
...The Coolmatic unit has the unique battery monitor function which you can set to automatically stop drawing the current when the battery voltage gets...
Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:35:50 -0500
...Despite being referred to as zinc, this additive actually > contains zinc and phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti-wear > function in the motor oil...
Re: What is a Hard Start Relay Kit? Who sells them?
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Mon, 28 Jun 2004 16:22:38 -0700
...A few months ago, I had to pull my auto tranny to replace the cracked torque converter. Shortly after putting it all back together...
Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:27:12 -0400
...Heavier oil holding higher pressure also means less flow through the bearings. Less flow lees cooling! Also means less splash for pistons. Does this...
Fwd: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:44:10 -0600
...Despite being referred to as zinc, this additive >> actually >> contains zinc and phosphorus, with phosphorus performing the anti- >> wear >> function in the motor oil...
for campers: Propane Safety
Historical mailing list - J. Walker
Tue, 01 Nov 94 10:55:51 CST
...Use the appliances' control switches, which will shut off the automatic igniters. Exit the vehicle, closing the door. Move away from the RV quickly...
Great News! After presenting Mercury insurance with documentation (invoices and comparable vehicle pricing) they decided to repair my Westy.
Historical mailing list - Bergin, Richard
Wed, 7 May 2003 15:40:05 -0700
...Castlegar, British Columbia Price: $11,000.00 A well maintained example with automatic trans, recent stereo, driving lights, auxillary battery, eveything is clean and...
Re: Synthetic oils
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Thu, 31 Jan 2002 20:42:01 -0600
...Another function is that a good engine oil must be able to hold in suspension the nasty by-products of fuel combustion, such as...
Re: Fwd: * 10/4/2015 Needed NOW! Vanagon (1981) ONLY starts when cold /How To FIX this advice. PLEASE . . .
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Mon, 5 Oct 2015 11:38:25 -1000
...I keep an old starter armature shaft as a test-fit measuring device to check for wear in the bushing, very handy. ( auto trans...
Re: Definitive test for Hall > ECU?
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:23:39 -0700
...You really don't wanna exceed the 25 BTDC mechanical > advance maximum @ 3800rpm, because the vacuum advance adds another 12 > degrees when functioning properly...
Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 15 Sep 2004 14:25:43 -0500
...The Coolmatic unit has the unique battery monitor function which you can set to automatically stop drawing the current when the battery voltage gets...
Fw: Dometic
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Tue, 18 Aug 1998 09:29:26 -0700
...I > painted the new grill the light auto flat gray. I bought some 1/8 inch > black rubber tubing at an auto parts store...
Re: Elementary ? about Van sound systems..Long.
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Wed, 29 Aug 2007 09:28:14 -0700
...fuses > on the amp, neither one blew..but that 'cycling' of function and the heating > up didn't seem like a good thing... > I...
Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Wed, 15 Sep 2004 12:49:33 -0700
...The Coolmatic unit has the unique battery monitor > function which you can set to automatically stop drawing the current > when the battery voltage gets...
Fw: Dometic Fridge Fans
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Mon, 5 Jul 1999 21:58:05 -0700
...I >painted the new grill the light auto flat gray. I bought some 1/8 inch >black rubber tubing at an auto parts store...
another road test: 1983-1/2 VW Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 11 Jan 95 23:11:51 CST
...In any case, one of its functions is limiting engine speed to 5400 rpm by shutting off the fuel pump. Sensing of engine rpm...
Re: visit to GEX
Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
Tue, 7 Nov 95 11:41:27 PST
...A friend of mine who used to work as an auto mechanic <he's a pilot for United now, go figure...> went with me...
Re: Wanted: Pete Catlett and Fridge Fan
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Mon, 24 Apr 2000 07:48:59 -0700
...I painted the new grill the light auto flat gray. I bought some 1/8 inch black rubber tubing at an auto parts store...
keeping your car for a long time <long>
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Mon, 2 Mar 1998 00:20:25 CST
...it's a good general guide, but is oriented toward modern cars with automatic transmissions. :) oddly enough, they talk about "front linings" for the...
Re: Definitive test for Hall > ECU?
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:42:45 -0700
...You really don't wanna exceed the 25 BTDC mechanical > > advance maximum @ 3800rpm, because the vacuum advance adds another 12 > > degrees when functioning properly...
Road Test 1971 VW Bus
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Wed, 10 May 95 16:06:04 CDT
...Road Test Magazine, February 1971 (U.S.) by Ron Hickman One of the latest automobile fads, particularly in trend-setting Southern California, is the...
Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
Historical mailing list - Vince S
Wed, 15 Sep 2004 13:28:03 -0700
...The Coolmatic unit has the unique > battery monitor function which you can set to automatically stop > drawing the current when the battery voltage gets...
RESTORATION SAGA PII
Historical mailing list
Tue, 12 Sep 1995 11:47:36 -0700
...6, which thankfully was walking distance from an auto parts store. We got a hold of my sister and she would later arrive at...
Review of 15 year Canadian Importation Rule
Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
Thu, 17 May 2007 14:27:00 -0400
...For example, Canadian child restraints would not necessarily function properly if installed in an older, imported vehicle that was not built to meet the...
GNATT '95 - Trip Report
Historical mailing list
Tue, 27 Jun 95 09:10:45 EDT
...Pete & Rose essentially lived and functioned with a body-clock in the Eastern time zone; David & Shelley functioned based on Pacific time. While that...
NVC: The Savvy Aviator #58: Why Mechanics Make Mistakes
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Fri, 12 Jul 2013 18:44:18 -0700
...Check that all instruments and avionics systems are functioning properly. Perform a ground test of the autopilot. Run up the engine thoroughly, then shut...
belated Frydaye Phoolishness ... :)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sat, 20 Dec 2003 13:41:34 -0600
...I mean, as long as the car's going to have problems, you might as well have something absolutely useful and functional and big...
Re: Request for info about a bus file
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Sun, 15 Jan 95 14:12:16 CST
...I mean, as long as the car's going to have problems, you might as well have something absolutely useful and functional and big...
Re: Phydaye Phollies ... an oldie. that's getting older :)
Historical mailing list - joel walker
Fri, 9 Jan 2009 21:01:30 -0600
...I mean, as long as the car's going to have problems, you might as well have something absolutely useful and functional and big...
AW: On I4 and TIICO Exhaust Fixes
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Mon, 30 Sep 2002 13:51:23 -0700
...Because of these basic properties, the different components expand and contract as a function of temperature. While the head/block/oil pan are generally...
Re: NVC: The Savvy Aviator #58: Why Mechanics Make Mistakes
Historical mailing list - JRodgers
Sat, 13 Jul 2013 11:20:09 -0500
...Check that all instruments and avionics systems are functioning properly. Perform a ground test of the autopilot. Run up the engine thoroughly, then shut...
Re: Phydaye Phollies ... an oldie. that's getting older :)
Historical mailing list - Tieitup
Fri, 9 Jan 2009 21:37:02 -0600
...I mean, as long as the car's going to have > problems, you might as well have something absolutely useful and > functional and big...