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• Re: Replacing Starter on 85 Vanagon - Jackstands or Ramps ?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:32:38 -0700
  ...wrote: > So I've got a Go Westy Whiz Bang Gear Reduction Starter, and thinking about the best way to replace it. > > Should I...
• Re: transmission change
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Sykes
  Tue, 5 Sep 1995 15:30:21 BST
  ...If it is early, do ya have the reduction boxes on the new tranny? Thom > Sorry, I should have mentioned this in my original...
• Re: Intermittent - itermittent wipers with loss of headlights. Huh?
  Historical mailing list - SStones
  Mon, 20 Oct 2003 14:20:14 -0400
  ...at the same time but the ignition stays alive, I'd suspect the load reduction relay, or a loose connection to or from it.
• Re: Diesel (AAZ) engine conversion questions
  Historical mailing list - William B
  Thu, 14 Dec 2006 13:09:07 -0500
  ...burning ULSD, the new vehicles designed for ULSD will achieve emissions reductions of up to 95 percent" it's not much different then when...
• Re: buying a used tranny.
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 Apr 1996 02:50:59 -0500
  ...One reduction box had been rebuilt, the other was full of shavings, so i has to pull it off and change it. It also...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 01:01:05 -0500
  They use exhaust vents at the rear of the rear side windows. That black plastic louvered piece. Al Brase Reinhard Vehring wrote: >Robert, > do...
• Re: New SYNCRO van wanted
  Historical mailing list - Lee Peterson
  Thu, 24 Jan 2008 12:10:45 -0800
  Look at the second to last pic, it has reduction boxes like an old type 2. > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Sat, 21 Jun 2008 13:19:37 -0700
  ...Ignition switch load reduction relay ('low voltage relay'?) wire betwixt the starter and solenoid solenoid starter starter (lower) bushing in the xmission battery loose...
• Re: 2mpg reduction in fuel economy: confirmed when sporting a roof rack.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 23:42:06 -0500
  ...2mpg reduction in fuel economy: confirmed when sporting a roof rack. Also, it has been observed lowers fuel ecomony of cars.� Perhaps less air...
• Re: [DIESEL] What is function of Vanagon sheetmetal?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Sun, 15 Apr 2001 12:24:39 EDT
  ...The only positive things I've heard about having the tin is maybe slight noise reduction from the motor and motor protection(?). That said...
• Re: Solar charger NOT to buy
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Thu, 13 Nov 2003 13:39:51 -0800
  I'd be tempted to try adding an in-line protection diode (1N4004?) on general principles, but then the reduction in charge current might...
• FS '87 Vanagon GL - 4th Price Reduction
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 14 Oct 1996 09:06:43 -0400
  AVAILABLE: 87 Vanagon GL 155K mostly highway miles, white, 7 passenger, back seat folds down into a bed. New alternator, water pump, Front rotors...
• Bug-In Stuff For Sale / Question
  Historical mailing list - charles fladger
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 07:44:16 -0700
  ...Also, does anybody know if John Johnson racing is still in business? They make the kits to put a Bus reduction box trans in...
• Re: Multi-vehicle insurance deals?
  Historical mailing list - Filcoff, David M.
  Wed, 19 Apr 2000 10:53:20 -0500
  ...Bodily injury 100K/300K, property damage 50K Medical payments 5K $0 deductible comprehensive $1K deductible collision uninsured/underinsured 300K additional umbrella coverage Premium reductions...
• Re: not a fuse--wipers/heaters still not working
  Historical mailing list - kurt stoppkotte
  Fri, 15 Feb 2002 16:54:08 -0500
  the headlights are still working and if i understand correctly, the load reduction relay is in the main fuse panel....i checked this and...
• Re: Wanted: Driver side power mirror glass only
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 4 Oct 2005 11:03:36 -0700
  ...I can drive backwards > pretty good but that goofy "size reduction mirror" throws me off. > > Thanks, > > John Rodgers > 88 GL Driver John, I like...
• Re: Alternator light mystery-High bean switch!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 25 May 2010 13:28:28 -0700
  ...Basically 50 is > starter, X is lights and load-reduction relay, 15 is ignition, panel power > and everything else that hooks to the 15...
• Re: Lost all power; regained engine, but no headlights, wipers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 2 Oct 2009 13:34:19 -0400
  ...It feeds the headlights and the load reduction relay, which feeds wipers, fans, rear-window stuff. Yrs, d
• Re: long term parking on hills
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:33:18 -0600
  ...In some locations, the posted speed reduction sign accompanies a flashing light that is on during the hours of speed reduction. That too makes...
• Re: Fuel & Temp gauge full scale
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Sun, 1 May 2016 01:12:38 -0700
  ...Than led to the failed load reduction relay. Replaced it and the aux gauges are working. But NOW… the fuel and temp gauges go...
• Re: Zetec Westy Site
  Historical mailing list - John Reddick
  Sun, 2 Apr 2006 09:37:50 -0400
  I think 1000 bucks is a little pricey for a 10% reduction in rpm. The .77 or .70 4th gears are only 240 bucks...
• Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 3 Feb 2017 02:35:29 +0000
  ...I got the adapter and an off brand gear reduction starter and so far so > good. It's probably been in for 6 months...
• Re: high beams not working, 86 Westy
  Historical mailing list - TinkerMan
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 21:08:52 -0800
  ...I removed the load reduction relay and saw no voltage was getting there. Jumpered the bad ignition circuit (just to keep going) and all...
• Re: Review of Bus Boys
  Historical mailing list - Douglas
  Sun, 30 Jun 1996 08:59:28 -0700
  ...sellers i've encountered. > > jonathan FWIT BusBoys was able to bail my butt out when I needed a reduction box for my '61. Douglas
• Inventory reduction sale, new and used parts
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Fri, 24 Nov 2000 12:46:05 -0500
  I'm looking to sell a few remaining new parts that I have excess inventory of. Here's the list, pmail me if you...
• Rubber noise reduction strips
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 26 Jun 2010 12:30:07 -0700
  ...Since we were NOT discussing the below-mentioned rubber strip, > can we > talk about it now? Can the rubber noise reduction strip be > installed...
• Re: GEAR UP! 15" rims 75 series?
  Historical mailing list - jimkim
  Wed, 31 Mar 1999 23:08:03 -0800
  ...Wake back up, it's > rev reduction hypothefication. Twisting and turning. (No pun intended) > You can see why I need help . . . > > Thanks > > HK >
• Re: Installing an after market radio?
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 31 Aug 2007 21:31:23 -0400
  ...You might also want to check if it has power when starting - some circuits are powered through a load reduction relay which cuts power...
• Re: noise reduction sound deadening quiet
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Mon, 14 Jan 2002 21:37:29 -0500
  ...noise reduction sound deadening quiet There is a sale at www.partsexpress.com (part sex press?) electronics that has some stick on noise reduction...
• Help!! '67 transmission
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 16 Aug 94 15:19:13 EDT
  ...BTW, the reduction boxes are fine. thanks Richard
• Re: Re[2]: Sometimes Things Happen....
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 Nov 1995 10:53:34 -0800 (PST)
  ...That would explain the 20% reduction in all your humor... Thom -- > I'd horsewhip you if I had a horse. -- Groucho Marx Thom Fitzpatrick...
• Re: Diesel/Syncro Intake Snorkel on eBay
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 14:23:29 -0400
  ...It's useful for noise reduction but not for fording deep water, since there are holes in the bottom of the elbow piece to...
• Re: noise reduction sound deadening quiet
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Tue, 15 Jan 2002 14:38:36 -0600
  ...noise reduction sound deadening quiet The home-supply roofing/guttering stuff is not the same as automobile soundproofing in the least. It's like...
• Re: Cold Weather starting
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 16 Feb 2023 21:20:07 -0700
  ...I read that GoWesty recommends the high output gear reduction starter for operating in sub-zero temps. So, my question is, does anyone have...
• Re: Need TDI conversion info
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 7 Aug 2000 12:11:29 -0400
  ...efficient with a 2.5:1 reduction gear and suitable prop, but was made without for reduction of first cost. Anyway, what I'm...
• Re: Bench seat padlock advice?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Mon, 6 Mar 2006 15:22:12 -0800
  ...I have lived in several different towns, and in each one there seemed to be a specific "harm reduction" policy to follow when it...
• Re: Bus top speed, not about spelling!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Ham '64 Type ][
  Sun, 10 Dec 1995 17:07:10 -0800 (PST)
  ...around 70-75 mph. > Close, way off, or what? > > Sean With reduction boxes in that '66? I've done that too in a '66...
• Re: Tranny Oil Question '66 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Wed, 15 May 1996 16:56:15 -0700
  ...First of all, is this something I Yes, and do the reduction boxes, too. YOu'll need the 17mm hex tool to get the...
• Re: 87 westfalia relay question
  Historical mailing list - Marco Biancardi
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 22:33:48 -1000
  ...t come on with the switch, then definately suspect the load reduction relay" this was the line that clear the up all of the...
• Re: [tiico] Re: vibrating tiico engine
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 7 Nov 2003 15:19:13 -0700
  David Brodbeck wrote: "Others have gotten a substantial noise reduction by putting a snorkel on the intake to muffle intake noise." No muffling. It...
• Re: Sound Deadening/Insulation
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 1 Mar 2004 11:28:13 -0500
  ...The addition of a small amount of deadening material to these will result in a substantial reduction in road noise penetrating into the cabin...
• Re: Tough driving(thin air)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 1 Jul 2001 21:57:52 -0500
  ...The fringe benefit of higher altitude > is the reduction in air resistance at speed, but hills are still hills. The > only substitute for cubic...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 12:20:52 -0700
  ...noise reduction > This is a witch hunt for interior serinity. > If you folks think that just by installing the front door seal from a...
• Re: Is there anybody out there?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Sat, 10 Feb 2018 15:14:18 -0500
  ...I did not send that message about the National Park reduction to the whole list, due to I have not met everyone on the...
• Re: Noise Reduction
  Historical mailing list - Randy Charrette
  Wed, 6 Aug 2003 22:10:14 +0000
  ...Noise Reduction <DIV></DIV>&gt;Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2003 14:42:25 -0700 <DIV></DIV>&gt; <DIV></DIV>&gt;I was considering ways...
• Re: Wipers suddenly not working, trip tomorrow
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 1 Jun 2013 21:29:47 -0400
  ...If yes, load reduction relay is ok, check for problem at fuse S10. >Also where is that load reduction relay, and how would I...
• Re: Cold Weather starting
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 17 Feb 2023 09:32:58 -0500
  ...Cold Weather starting > > Hi David, > > I would recommend Karl’s adaptor that works with either a TDI or gas gear reduction starter. Same advantages...
• Intake Noise
  Historical mailing list - Tromper
  Sat, 2 Oct 1999 23:54:05 -0700
  ...fashion (duct tape, what else) and noticed an instant, and substantial reduction in noise. Will whoever said they replace their paper tube with pvc...
• Re: Repost. Troubleshooting a Circuit
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 23 Feb 2013 12:40:03 -0800
  ...97.66 of Bentley, the load reduction relay goes by a different name: "Defog cut out relay (x-cntct)". This relay carries + to the...
• '54 deluxe progress - more sandblasting
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Sat, 09 Mar 1996 19:35:48 -0800
  ...Areas like the reduction boxes and lever shocks cleaned the fastest. Some areas are undercoated heavily, and it takes a while to get all...
• Re: GEAR UP! 15" rims 75 series?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 30 Mar 1999 21:42:15 -0800
  ...Wake back up, it's >rev reduction hypothefication. Twisting and turning. (No pun intended) >You can see why I need help . . . > >Thanks > >HK > > -- David...
• Re: Why go to big tires?
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:39:09 -0500
  ...braking, already a bit iffy sometimes gets worse. > Pensionerd. (Al Knol) I don't understand the reduction in braking force, can you elaborate? mike
• Re: headliner question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Fri, 28 Oct 94 8:09:01 PDT
  ...blanket-type material, or perhaps even polyester fleece for > insulation, sound reduction, etc. Has anyone had any experience > with this, and if so, can...
• Re: noise reduction
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 20 Oct 2004 20:58:18 -0500
  If you have a folding rear seat, ever notice how much louder it is with the seat flat than if it's up? Unless...
• Re: WVO Conversion for an '82 Diesel Westy
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Thu, 26 Jun 2008 20:03:35 -0400
  ...I'm considering WVO (for long > term fuel cost reduction) and later a TD or TDI conversion (for > power increases). Any thoughts? I don...
• Splitie reduction box trauma, 63-67 manual
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 May 1996 22:13:12 -0500
  WA> Friends, WA> Here in the USA, metric taps and dies are harder to come WA>by than good ole' brand X. Faced with...
• Re: Diesel Tin
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 15 Oct 1999 16:56:50 -0700
  ...VW claims it is for noise reduction. I noticed that removing it reduces oil temp on my diesel -> gas conversion. alistair >What is the...
• Re: Sound Insulation & Air conditioner
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 19 Jan 2001 01:17:47 -0500
  At 03:42 PM 1/3/2001, Leaf wrote: >this less painful? I think the reduction in road >noise (I hear on average about...
• VW reduces price on square headlight grille
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Thu, 13 Feb 2003 12:08:47 +0100
  ...That's very nice, isn't it? Hopefully you will find same reductions at your local parts counter. Regards Helmut '80 Vanagaudi
• Re: noise reduction (F)
  Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 11:21:22 +0200
  ...an appartment with only one entrance But the Idea about noice reduction is good even if I would like to suggest some add ons...