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• All Westy Bed Bases Same Dimension?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:29:21 -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: What Determines Steering Knuckle Replacement?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 16:49:53 -0700
  ...Measuring both, I > see 19.98 mm -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy...
• Friday: $89,999 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:07:23 -0700
  ...Looks like he really meant to list it at that price! Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com...
• clarify .006 on lifters
  Historical mailing list - Myron Lind
  Tue, 8 Jan 2002 23:55:31 -0800
  ...He says it's good to adjust to .006 on new engines, during assembly, etc. But, if I have a van with a nice...
• Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:19:11 -0700
  ...assembly procedures..mainly bolting it up without having > things properly straight. And the other part about 'urban myth'...that "Oh > yes, those engines vibrate...
• VIN puzzles
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Wed, 18 Mar 1998 17:12:42 -0800
  ...Your >site lists "M" as 1991 but no listing for "V" engine assembly plant. Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Coyote ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (415) 284-6972 \ / \X / Every Individual a...
• Re: W. Coast Canada members, was Re: Spillbuster cup/glass holder
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:25:29 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: engine assembly
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 23:30:03 -0500
  <snip> special tool install the small clips for the wristpins. <snip> You can use circlip pliers such as those available at a FLAPS ... or...
• Re: '77 Bus (with 78 Engine) Clutch pedal doesn't return
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Mon, 02 Dec 1996 17:39:46 -0500
  ...It was very common for them to fail in front where the pedal assembly bolts to the frame. You can't see it without...
• Re: Yes!! finally!! an audi 5cyl into an automatic vanagon!! :<)
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Wed, 4 Nov 1998 10:19:47 -0800
  ...are they mounting the whole engine and tranny assembly lower? or is the in-line 5 engine mounted more on it side.. flatter? When...
• Re: 1988 Vanagon. What is this in my gas? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 10 May 2012 11:51:54 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Removed the front fan/heater core assembly.
  Historical mailing list - Jaime Forero
  Sun, 7 Mar 2010 16:46:57 -0600
  OK, followed instructions posted on the net some time ago and removed the dash and the fan/htr core assembly. Lots of cleaning to...
• Re: EV Fan Resistors
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 06 Feb 1996 06:47:50 -0500 (EST)
  ...They are accessable by first popping the front grille/radiator assembly forward. Remove the two 10mm bolts from the radiator brace...lift the assembly...
• Re: Conspiracy Theory - The Skye is Phalling!!!!
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Sat, 27 Oct 2001 12:38:45 -0700
  ...starters already being put onto the transmission-engine > assembly before it ever goes into the car; engines already having > spark plugs and wires and...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - shawn feller
  Fri, 26 May 2006 23:09:53 -0400
  ...later, new C-130s continue to roll off the assembly line. They have new engines and electronics but it is the same airframe. If...
• screwed by PartsPlace Inc. (Majorly)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 1 Sep 95 09:47:31 EDT
  ...jonathan '74 Bus ---engine runs great but needs one axle assembly(175,000 miles) '84 Mazda 626 ---195,000 miles, runs great, but it...
• Snap On Vantage.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 25 Jul 2012 10:43:09 -0700
  ...engine electrical? I still have an intermittent surge and not great idle. Thanks, Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http...
• Re: Adjust Rear Bed? (and rear seat re-foam pics)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:16:25 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Rolls Royce belongs to VW now - congratulations ?
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
  Fri, 5 Jun 1998 17:10:19 UT
  ...BMW who deliver V8 and V12 engines, transmissions and interior systems to RR announced that they will cancel all contracts and quit the delivery...
• What's this part in Bentley??
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sat, 11 Jan 2003 15:33:03 -0800
  ...Looking at 13.7 in Bentley, showing the flywheel assembly for an air-cooled Vanagon, the illustration shows, in order: "Needle bearing" "Felt ring...
• Vacuum hose & throttle assembly
  Historical mailing list - John Schaper
  Mon, 17 Mar 2003 07:28:24 -0800
  Trying to work the bugs out of an engine rebuild. This weekend I noticed that there are 2 vacuum hose connections to the throttle...
• Re: My "New" 1988 Westy!
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 4 May 2012 20:54:16 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Stock 2.1 in NC
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:38:39 -0400
  ...Does it attach to the muffler or engine? I think I have a syncro engine mount assembly ( the part that bolts to the front...
• Re: cheap EV camper
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 8 Aug 2012 14:50:08 -0700
  ...with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines >> > > > > -- > Casey > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Etka helped needed
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 22:53:10 -0600
  ...I have a 1985 Westfalia GL with the original 1.9l engine. I noticed the smell of burning oil, and it turns out that...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 21 Apr 1996 22:41:09 -0700
  ...Steward Warner Rebuilt Gas Heater 20,000 BTU's (will fit in the engine Compartment under the spare tire wheel well. 9. Tailight Assembly...
• Re: How to remove wires from headlight switch plug?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 6 Aug 2012 21:09:19 -0700
  ...coming in from the connector side. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to...
• Friday: Miniature V12. Highlights of build. Youtube.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:05:19 -0800
  ...Too far". < kidding > ;) Pretty cool! Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco...
• Re: Mystification
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 3 Sep 2011 15:51:44 -0700
  ...to each connector. > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Big News Complete 1.9l TD for $3995!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 14 May 1999 19:22:31 EDT
  ...They are brand new VW Turbo Diesel 4-cylinder 1.9l motors complete with new turbo, injection pump, clutch assembly, and more. Engine code...
• Re: WRONG INFO - O2 Sensor, Bucking, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 09:50:22 EST
  ...must travel from the sensor device assembly, to the o2 case, to the exhaust system, to the engine, and then to pin 19 of...
• Re: regarding head gasket failures on water cooled engs....
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 23 Jul 2005 09:14:31 -0700
  ...this is correct, is it possible that the rebuilder in this case had not used new bolts in the assembly of the rebuilt engines?
• Re: How many times have you camped in your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 7 May 2012 21:22:26 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• increasing displacement/compression on 1970cc engine
  Historical mailing list - Jason Gorfine
  Sun, 23 Jan 2000 18:13:37 -0500
  due to extreme negligence by a local service station, it looks like i'm going to be rebuilding the engine on my '82 (wrist...
• 1.6NA Diesel Rebuild Options ???
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 21:04:15 -0700
  ...I pay machining costs but do all the assembly myself. - Purchasing a rebuilt engine. - Purchasing a new engine. From what I have seen so...
• Oil Pressure Relief Valve
  Historical mailing list - Dave Nadeau
  Sat, 16 Sep 2000 13:22:25 -0700
  ...their engine? I've drained my oil, and the slotted head that I'd need to unscrew to get at the assembly won't...
• Re: Bottom end reassembly?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 24 Apr 2000 15:22:13 -0700
  ...You can't be too clean when assembling an engine. Two things I also do: I always check the machine shop work with Plastigauge...
• Re: diesel engine replacement
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 26 Oct 1996 20:55:41 -0700 (PDT)
  ...about a replacement for my 82 vanagon diesel ...I found a good > deal on a low mileage engine from an 86 jetta . > > _it looks...
• Corrado G60 engine for sale
  Historical mailing list - Ian Webb
  Tue, 04 Jun 1996 14:19:54 -0700
  ...G60 supercharged engine 74k (great transplant into A2 GTi's)$2800.00 Rims & tires Set............................................$400.00 Front Grill & Headlamp Assembly.............................$200.00 Seats...
• Push Rod, Broken, Lifter can't assemble, hydraulic (long)
  Historical mailing list - CARVER, JEFFREY D
  Fri, 25 Jul 1997 06:01:10 -0700
  ...Used rocker assembly from another head, another brand (VW vs AVC). Used push rod from different engine. Anything else I need to do to...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:06:21 +0000
  FedEx just delivered axle assembly to my front porch, right on time.  Yes....this axle is packed full of grease....and has that distinctive...
• Newer updated list of PARTS FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - mathew Bennett
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 11:54:33 -0400
  ...heater assembly with cover (complete) looks very good(SOLD-waiting for check) *Oil filler tube(sale pending) *Short block(sale pending) *Various engine water...
• Re: diesel engine replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 28 Oct 1996 09:37:28 +0000
  ...engines should be identical. > -do i need to swap over anything other than the oilpan , oil pump pickup tube, > fly wheel and clutch assembly...
• Re: flue vent assembly
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Apr 2018 17:44:44 -0400
  ...flue vent assembly thanks to Alistair’s posted photos https://shufti.blog/2010/08/11/dometic-fridge-flue-assembly/ <https://shufti.blog/2010/08...
• Re: front door check rod strap assembly
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 18 Sep 2017 22:23:59 -0700
  ...if I could tighten up the strap in the rubber > pincher assembly. The hardfaced rubber parts didn't lend themselves to mods. > Well, that...
• Shift Lever: Fits All Years?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 19 Jun 2014 12:36:17 -0700
  ...Have folks found that a shift lever assembly from an 80-83 air cooled - diesel works in a later model year Vanagon? Thanks, Neil...
• Re: No Start Cause: Relay Failure. PICS, Thoughts.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 6 Feb 2013 15:01:11 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: friday - driving in russia
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 15 Dec 2012 01:05:39 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Endplay Shims
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Fri, 11 Jul 97 13:53:15 -0500
  ...bearings, and I'm going to be doing final assembly on my project engine tomorrow and am mystified by the location of the crankshaft...
• Re: Starter Motor Bushing Lube. Quick Answer? Daylight Abating!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:58:01 -0800
  ...bushing in engine block? > (for end of starter when it turns) > > Thanks! > > Neil. > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
• Re: Rookie Mechanic Needs Help
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 19 Apr 2020 21:50:30 +0000
  The best way to replace the ignition switch contact assembly is to remove the bearing assembly form the steering column. That way you can...
• Re: any experience with GEX rebuilt waterboxer engines?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Mon, 11 Dec 2000 06:07:29 -0600
  ...They seem to have a problem cleaning up the cases before assembly. Get your engine from Boston Bob. No complaints from anyone on the...
• Remove Broken Stud: Web Page
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 23 Oct 2011 21:08:47 -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: Pan
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:35:33 -0400
  ...Saw it last night. > > Sent from my iPhone > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2...
• 68-79 Van/WestyPart for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 21 Apr 1996 22:41:09 -0700
  ...Steward Warner Rebuilt Gas Heater 20,000 BTU's (will fit in the engine Compartment under the spare tire wheel well. 9. Tailight Assembly...
• Re: stuck acc cable
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 4 Dec 2006 23:27:07 -0500
  ...I took apart the assembly under the pedal cluster and cleaned up that linkage. I disconnected the cable in the engine case and under...
• Re: flue vent assembly
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 16 Apr 2018 10:09:30 -0700
  ...Flue. > > Wait! Alistair blogged it. > > https://shufti.blog/2010/08/11/dometic-fridge-flue-assembly/ > > Jim > > > -- Neil n Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general <http://tubaneil...
• Re: FS '88 Get-away-van (hi top) Victoria BC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:47:50 -0800
  ...If it's for real, that's a very fair price if the engine etc. is working ok. Neil. On Tue, Feb 26, 2013...
• Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 8 Feb 2014 08:59:31 -0800
  ...All the Waterboxer have the muffler firmly attached and > moving directly with the engine. One sold assembly. > > Dennis > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Re: Fw: Tail Lights/82 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Brobst
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 14:04:42 -0400
  ...I even used windshield RTV, the flowable stuff, at all the joints in the lens assembly to try and seal it. Eventually water still...