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Re: Painting black Vanagon Door Handles
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 21:07:41 -0600
...and worried about messing up internal lock mechanisms and cooking old >> lubricants. Any tips? I have tried to shortcut the procedure, only to >> have...
Re: Loud lifter problem
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Sat, 20 Sep 2003 14:24:44 -0700
...When it comes to synthetics and snake oyl lubricants, never rely upon manufacturer claims and testimonials, or the snippets of good news "amazing results...
Re: engine block heaters?
Historical mailing list - Andreas Eisenberger
Mon, 29 Sep 2003 13:51:55 -0700
...Synthetic lubricants will help a great deal also. Mark in AK A while ago I saw someone mentioning the benefits of an engine block...
Re: Oil Pressure observation.
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 1 Aug 2011 08:11:46 -0500
...A lot of his time has been devoted to fuels, but he is conversant with lubricants, and a big part of his job has...
Re: Dielectric grease
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 6 Mar 2014 07:04:26 -0600
...Jim > In the case of connectors with very low contact pressure other types of > protective lubricants should be used containing polyphenyl ether. > > Larry A...
Re: Lug nut madness
Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
Fri, 26 Jul 2002 09:54:51 +0100
...but as I also know why VW expressly discourage lubricants as such in this area... ... for a given torque setting the force on the...
Re: Acckk! My gear juice is *blue*...
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 18 Mar 2003 13:09:16 -0600
...All of your jet aircraft tooday, use synthetic lubricants due to their stability and protection from wear. the technology has proven itself so far...
Coolant Problems
Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
Fri, 20 Aug 1999 17:51:37 EDT
...term solutions." The engine manufacturer is working with Texaco and Equilon Lubricants to provide customers with means to prevent problems that have been associated...
Re: Synthetic Oil Leaks
Historical mailing list - Roger&Zoe Ann Banker
Tue, 25 May 1999 11:13:37 EDT
...can't switch back once you have gone over to > Syn. lubricants! Sorry, That is why i use Syn. blends, Best of Both > Worlds...
Re: "dry" door locks
Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
Thu, 27 Jul 1995 10:35:00 -0700 (PDT)
...Liquid lubricants, >such >as WD-40, tend to collect dust and grime and gum up over the long haul. Well, I was maybe exaggerating...
Re: 5-speed shift linkage..
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Tue, 30 May 2017 09:52:38 -0400
...was shot in my linkage..I've a > few time squirted lubricants into that square enclosure with all the > fulcrum points, etc...I think...
Switching from GL5 to GL4 Gear Oil: Findings
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Mon, 4 Jan 2016 09:25:06 -0800
...gear oil in the future http://www.penngrade1.com/Products/Gear-Lubricants/GL4-SAE-80W90.aspx This is probably "old news" to most listers...
Re: Painting black Vanagon Door Handles
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 21:06:39 -0600
...and worried about messing up internal lock mechanisms and cooking old >> lubricants. Any tips? I have tried to shortcut the procedure, only to >> have...
Re: Vanagon a/c
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 23 May 2011 21:14:08 -0500
...Add lubricants. Then refill. Fittings have to be changed on conversions. It's a no brainer with the proper equipment. It just takes a...
Re: Secret tune-up / service item on 1.9 waterboxer engines.
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:20:55 -0700
...wrote: |>> recommended oils |>> chart in his 1984's owner's manual ("Lubricants," p. 54) and |>> wondering what the right viscosity is for conditions where...
Re: Nytrogen and tires
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 17 Oct 2015 18:40:58 -0500
NASCAR racers use fuels, lubricants, and a variety of things that we don't in daily driving. Our vehicles are not driven under the...
lube rear heater assembly
Historical mailing list - Mike South
Mon, 13 Jun 2016 08:22:10 -0500
...From reading the archives, I see people recommending the ZOOM spout oiler http://www.laco.com/lubricants/zoom-spout-oiler/ And there were also...
Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:10:25 -0400
...Not not needed with modern lubricants. My choice of oil is Mobil, 15w-50 and if willing to spend $$ for a filter the M1...
Re: did I do that-Silicone
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 10:57:53 -0500
...Unless a bolt is used for sealing, not holding only known thread lubricants/treatments should be used with the installation torque adjusted accordingly. Dennis...
Re: Synthetic oils in the vanagon
Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
Wed, 2 Jun 2004 17:23:11 -0800
...Granted, > there were > some improvements in metallurgy, but this particular change came about > primarily through the reduced wear brought on by improved > lubricants. > As...
Re: THANKS - Report (brakes)
Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
Mon, 16 Apr 2007 22:42:23 -0400
...Realistically, on our vans, the only things you need to worry about on the rear brakes are that there are no fluids or lubricants...
Re: Gas consumption higher in winter? The Reasons!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 30 Nov 2012 12:25:39 -0500
...There is also a lot of increased drag from the thicker lubricants. Colder air is denser! It takes more energy to push a vehicle...
Re: Spooked!
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Sat, 4 Jun 2011 16:00:17 -0700
...Quoting wikipedia, "The main use of ZDDP is in anti-wear additives to lubricants such as greases, gear oils, and motor oils, which contain...
its time........
Historical mailing list - James Fritz
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 20:38:46 -0600
...converted to new 134A, brand new new starter battery, all synthetic lubricants i.e. Mobil 1 and tranny oil, etc., etc. It runs like...
Re: Got a new Vanagon!
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 29 Jul 2020 11:08:58 -0400
Hi rob, I’m sharing your excitement! As Scott is not here to say it I’ll say, get out your lubricants and treat...
Re: a/c - includes r134a conversion links
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 7 Sep 2006 19:21:50 +0000
...out of the R-12 hoses more easilly over time.) The lubricants that are used in R-12 and R-134 are incompatible. If...
Re: Dielectric grease
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Wed, 5 Mar 2014 20:30:38 -0500
...In the case of connectors with very low contact pressure other types of protective lubricants should be used containing polyphenyl ether. Larry A. On...
Re: 86 Syncro Double Cab for sale
Historical mailing list - LAGlen Cook
Tue, 22 Feb 2000 22:01:25 -0700
...It >has been owned by two former VW technicians and has had synthetic >lubricants since new. Never been a work truck. Box is absolutly...
Re: transmission, final drive oil level
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:20:50 -0500
...But from what I know about lubricants, it's clear that they do need to be changed periodically no matter where they are installed...
Re: Motor Oil (Synthetic)
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:57:37 -0600
...The end result is that except for expensive performance lubricants with extra "stuff" added, most SAE rated oils of a given viscosity rating are...
Motor oil - Re: [VANAGON] Spooked!
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Sat, 4 Jun 2011 17:32:53 -0700
...Quoting wikipedia, "The main use of ZDDP is in anti-wear additives to lubricants such as greases, gear oils, and motor oils, which contain...
Re: Torque wrench usage
Historical mailing list - don spence
Wed, 6 Aug 2003 13:25:27 -0600
...So > lubricants SHOULD NOT be added except where specified by the > manufacturer. WEB search results: 1: For greatest accuracy, use a thread preparation, either...
Re: Synthetic oils in the vanagon
Historical mailing list - Bike Florida
Wed, 2 Jun 2004 21:49:25 -0400
...Granted, > there were > some improvements in metallurgy, but this particular change came about > primarily through the reduced wear brought on by improved > lubricants. > As...
Re: Sticking Heater Cables - The cure
Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
Tue, 14 Apr 1998 09:48:17 -0700
...Easy to get > into place and then it stays since it's meant to stay on a moving > chain that would fling thinner lubricants...
Re: Truck or Icon
Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
Thu, 28 Jun 2001 10:34:42 -0700
...Uses only Cherman shop rags and VAG approved and sealed > lubricants. Still has the failure prone spring clips on the hoses. Washes > with only...
Re: Cleaning bad grounds
Historical mailing list - Antaki
Mon, 7 Feb 2005 17:35:56 -0800
...Remember, most lubricants will not prevent some metal-to metal contact between the male and the female threads. When I'm all done making...
Re: Painting black Vanagon Door Handles
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Wed, 1 Dec 2021 03:17:45 +0000
...and worried about messing up internal lock mechanisms and cooking old >> lubricants. Any tips? I have tried to shortcut the procedure, only to >> have...
Re: Resurrection of '64 Deluxe
Historical mailing list
Sat, 22 Jun 1996 20:02:49 -0400
...I also plan to change all fluids and refresh all lubricants. Any other ideas or requirements? - - - my two cents: brakes: replace rubber lines, rebuild...
Re: Oil Pressure Gauge Kit
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 7 Mar 2018 09:13:48 -0800
...10w-60 oil GW now recommends? http://www.gowesty.com/product/lubricants/24697/red-line-synthetic-motor-oil---1-qt-10w60-?v=. I will...
Re: its time........
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 8 Mar 2008 08:55:18 -0600
...converted to new 134A, brand new new starter battery, all synthetic >lubricants i.e. Mobil 1 and tranny oil, etc., etc. It runs like...
Red Line vs. Swepco
Historical mailing list - Antaki
Fri, 31 Jan 2003 21:48:24 -0800
...They run ONLY Swepco oils and lubricants in these awesome, beautiful, hand built, ex-freaking-spensive machines. I'm sold. It's Swepco from...
Re: Synthetic vs. Regular lubricants
Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
Tue, 4 Aug 1998 18:58:57 -0700
At 7:03 PM 8/4/98, John H. Rodgers wrote: >-- [ From: John H. Rodgers * EMC.Ver #2.5.02 ] -- > >August issue of Motor...
Engine oil
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 7 Aug 2022 14:37:29 +0000
...Part of GM's plan to improve fuel economy is the use of low viscosity lubricants. The engine calls for 0w-20, the transmission...
Re: New lister & first time owner of '87 Vanagon GL
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Sat, 8 Aug 2009 10:55:07 -0700
...Stephens' "Observational Inspections" and the article "All About > Lubricants" by Richard Golembiewski. I've also decided that acquiring a > diesel Syncro Westy will be...
Re: Motor Oil (Synthetic)
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 09:27:20 -0500
...The end > result is that except for expensive performance lubricants with extra > "stuff" added, most SAE rated oils of a given viscosity rating are...
Re: how many people drive vw as daily driver
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 10 Sep 2000 20:10:31 -0500
...Redline makes a number of different products including the synthetic lubricants that are finding their way from the racing circuits into our vehicles and...
Re: CV lube?
Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
Sat, 12 Nov 2016 14:15:14 -0500
...If they were serviced why would they need servicing now? > > Lubricants come in so many different options. In simple terms greases consist of a...
Re: Popes out of 4th gear
Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
Wed, 1 May 2019 21:54:57 -0400
...purred for the last 15 years! > > https://www.gowesty.com/product/lubricants/24358/red-line-gear-oil---1-qt-75w90-gl-5- > > Jack > > -----Original...
Re: Torque wrench usage
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 6 Aug 2003 22:29:58 -0500
...So >> lubricants SHOULD NOT be added except where specified by the >> manufacturer. > > > > WEB search results: > 1: For greatest accuracy, use a thread preparation, either...
Re: lube rear heater assembly
Historical mailing list - Skip Laubach
Mon, 13 Jun 2016 08:55:08 -0500
...see people recommending the ZOOM spout oiler > > http://www.laco.com/lubricants/zoom-spout-oiler/ > > And there were also a few recommendations for Marvel...
Re: AMC heads (part 2)
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 1 Nov 2006 11:08:13 -0600
...Changes in fuels - especially the elimination of lead compounds as lubricants for the valves in their guides on the combustion side of the cylinder...
Another bus in my fleet
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:27:45 -0400
...to be brought back to life with the help of penetrating lubricants? Thanks! -Craig '85GL turned WESTY Turned 7 Passanger Zetec in the back...
DJ-code WBX technical specs
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Sat, 20 Dec 2008 12:36:40 -0500
...2 bar @ 2000 rpm @ 80C/176F Lubricants and capacities engine oil: 10w30 (sf) oil capacity with filter: 4.5 litres gearbox oil: 80W - 90W...
Re: Secret tune-up / service item on 1.9 waterboxer engines.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:30:43 -0700
...wrote: >>> recommended oils >>> chart in his 1984's owner's manual ("Lubricants," p. 54) and wondering >>> what the right viscosity is for conditions where...
Re: Correct use of Dielectric grease?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 10 Jun 2009 09:23:20 -0500
...There are conductive lubricants used to aid current flow, but they are a different class of materials - not dielectrics. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver...
Re: In Passing
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Tue, 2 Sep 2008 10:28:51 -0700
...The scent of castor based lubricants gone on the wind. > > Only rarely could one hear that sound in later years. These Ferrari > cars are...
"Jerry" Cans, long
Historical mailing list - Double-Cab Guy
Thu, 21 Jun 2001 22:01:20 -0600
...I was the top Corporal in the P.O.L. (Petroleum Oils & Lubricants) section for a few years. The tanks that we use are...
Re: Front Heater Motor: Lube Dries Out?
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Sat, 2 Jan 2016 11:23:08 -0500
...It is http://www.laco.com/lubricants/zoom-spout-oiler/ I got a tip from a Facebook group "vintage electric fans" which as you...
humor?
Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
Mon, 6 Nov 1995 09:00:43 -0600 (CST)
...oil, and produced something that completely lacked the properties of modern lubricants, namely to actually be a lubricant. Not more than 10 miles of...
Re: Red Line vs. Swepco
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Fri, 31 Jan 2003 22:31:34 -0800
...lubricated > trannys come in broken. > > They run ONLY Swepco oils and lubricants in these > awesome, beautiful, > hand built, ex-freaking-spensive machines. > > I'm...