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Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: Diesel starter differences, Was Re: Starter motor do-it-yourself rebuild
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Mon, 10 Oct 2011 08:38:17 -0700
...Both the DD and reduction gear starter survives a few times of this. Abnormal, but not unusual issues are slow air leaks in the...
Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: Diesel starter differences, Was Re: Starter motor do-it-yourself rebuild
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:34:30 -0700
...I like the bosch rebuilt gear reduction starters just fine. The older type that are not gear reduction work just fine too .. if the...
Re: help from you breadloafers or former ones...
Historical mailing list
Wed, 31 Aug 94 22:52:44 ADT
...The tranny shouldn't have reduction boxes! They also weren't on my '71 Westy, oldest VW bus I've owned. The vehicle sounds...
Tires sizes and speedometer errors
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sat, 24 Jan 2004 00:18:56 -0800
...There is a neat little box on the Euro ETKA that shows a 1:0.967 gearing reduction (171 957 501 - Golf part number...
Loose as a Goose
Historical mailing list - Mike White
Tue, 12 Mar 1996 13:20:30 MST
...Again, the stupid bolts that hold the gear reduction box to the rear swing-arm have come loose! I _lost_ the main one, so...
Re: Aux Oil Cooler install...results Aircooled vanagon
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 28 Jun 2002 14:29:42 -0500
OK Frank now that we've got you on the soap box, I've got a few statements and then questions about this RX7...
Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
Historical mailing list - Jerry
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:07:44 -0500
...Would this indicate > such a failure? I also see all failures I have look to the ground at the > relay box but I did...
Dreams about a future VW T5 synchro "bus"
Historical mailing list
Fri, 13 Jun 97 14:18:33 EDT
...Put on good size tires (maybe with reduction boxes one can keep all the stard golf tranny and diff components). Make it in roughly...
Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:23:58 -0400
...Would this indicate > such a failure? I also see all failures I have look to the ground at > the > relay box but I did...
Re: Porsche automatic transmission in a vanagon? Is it possible?
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Thu, 27 Dec 2007 17:21:06 -0800
...No getting the engine to run backwards without a special cam, etc. > No reduction boxes like the old bus to reverse the stub axle...
Re: A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Sucessful Work in Progress
Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
Tue, 17 Sep 2002 09:28:22 -0400
...I really don't know how to describe the reduction in vibration except to say at all engine speeds the stock speaker grills in...
Front AC installation INQUIRY REPORT > CONCLUSIONS
Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
Tue, 3 Sep 2002 19:08:49 -0700
...LOTS OF Vanagons * Engine Performance Reduction? > No additional * Can I use the front A/C without the rear A/C...can I just use...
Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:15:38 -0500
...but a couple MPG reduction would be acceptable. Still thinking about my design....rounded frontal end on my "box" seems appropriate. Also a factor...
Re: Is something killing my starters?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 27 Jun 2016 17:52:16 -0400
...the > fuse box-ignition switch or upgrade the wiring from the battery for same. > > As for replacing starters the gear reduction starters in general...
Re: Where does Hella relay go?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:51:11 -0700
...to plug it into an existing blank spot on the fuse box, though that would be the more elegant installation of course. ----- Original Message...
Re: .................... and vanagons
Historical mailing list - Neil2
Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:56:37 -0700
...is a joy to drive. > More than a 3 speed slush box like vanagons have. > I am way satisfied with the 4 speed auto...
Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
Historical mailing list - Danny C.
Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:44:20 -0700
...but a couple MPG reduction would be acceptable.� Still > thinking about my design....rounded frontal end on my "box" seems > appropriate.� Also a factor...
Re: Diesel starter differences, Was Re: Starter motor do-it-yourself rebuild
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Fri, 7 Oct 2011 08:31:48 -0700
...On the newer, gear reduction starter, I was wondering if the rear motor part is shared between several Bosch starters? If so it would...
'56 kombi - transmission: day 3/?
Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
Mon, 2 Jan 1995 21:26:56 -0800 (PST)
...the very least I won't have to crack open the reduction boxes. If this trannyis toast, then I will, though :( The weekend after...
Phx Bug-O-Rama Report
Historical mailing list
Mon, 21 Apr 1997 13:59:36 -0700 (MST)
...The reduction of entry/admission fees and the refocus on VW's only were appreciated by most. My personal opinion is that Rick and...
Re: Vanagon Virtues and Type 2 contrasts( was ahhh..
Historical mailing list - "Robert KeezerHolen Sie mehr aus dem Web. Unter http://explorer.msn.de/intl.asp#de gibt es einen KOSTENLOSEN Download von MSN Explorer."
Tue, 30 Jul 2002 10:47:11 -0700
...It's also easier to move areound the shop having no heavy axles and reduction boxes attached. Now consider the roominess of the Vanagon...
Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:28:09 -0700
...but a couple MPG reduction would be acceptable. Still thinking about my design....rounded frontal end on my "box" seems appropriate. Also a factor...
Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
Historical mailing list - Jeff
Sat, 30 Jun 2012 10:45:35 -0700
...Again this NOx reduction is what brought us the dyno emissions testing. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
Re: 1981 Fuse S9 Potential Future Loads
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Tue, 1 Aug 2017 21:31:09 -0700
...It would be > best to tap the power from the battery feed to the fuse box and use a good > fuse set up for...
Re: Stereo Power Amp
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Sun, 10 Nov 2002 15:43:40 -0500
...Every 3 db reduction in sensitivity (all other things being equal) will mean you will need roughly TWICE as much power to achieve the...
Re: True Grit---
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 28 May 2002 00:39:12 -0500
...The first thing I get > from a > Waser Boxer seller is several price reductions immediately. I've > never > had to discount one of my...
Re: Headlight swtich diagnostics?
Historical mailing list - mdrillock
Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:57:54 -0800
...The load reduction relay seems to work fine (e.g. headlights >>> on + ignition on = headlights work, and when you crank the starter >>> the >>> headlights...
Re: Headlight swtich diagnostics?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:57:04 -0800
...The load reduction relay seems to work fine (e.g. headlights >>> on + ignition on = headlights work, and when you crank the starter >>> the >>> headlights...
Re: please help me decide!
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 20 Sep 2005 18:29:53 -0500
I had a 66 Splittie with a very good 1776 engine, five rub tranny, open drive axles (reduction boxes removed). It was really great...
Re: Vanagon LEDs uthr than HeadLights
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sat, 18 Nov 2023 14:51:08 -0500
...And I’m very happy about the reduction in voltage and increase in visibility. >>>> >>>> Eric Caron >>>> 84 Westfalia >>>> >>>> >>>>> On Nov 14, 2023, at 12...
Bus for sale....(which year is best)
Historical mailing list - Ward Smith
Sun, 12 May 2002 10:55:09 -0700
...Also with the elimination of the reduction boxes from the earlier split window versions, the max speed jumped to a respectable number. The bay...
Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 2 Jul 2016 11:58:48 -0400
...A real down side of the water boxer is that knock and ping is really suppressed especially with all the other noises going on...
Re: Diesel starter differences, Was Re: Starter motor do-it-yourself rebuild
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Sun, 9 Oct 2011 20:20:19 -0700
...On the newer, gear reduction starter, I was wondering if the rear motor part is shared between several Bosch starters? If so it would...
Re: 88 Vanagon alternator light problem
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:51:12 -0700
...It's a black box there. But basically if the alternator voltage is not present at that terminal the light will come on to...
Re: True Grit---
Historical mailing list - Terry K.
Tue, 28 May 2002 00:54:03 -0500
...The first thing I get from a Waser Boxer seller is several price reductions immediately. I've never had to discount one of my...
Re: 1.9L exhaust system comments
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sat, 27 Apr 2002 18:52:32 -0500
...They just stick in what comes in the next box coming to them. Quality control is supposed to release only good parts but in...
Re: Tires sizes and speedometer errors
Historical mailing list - Mary Beth and Chris Geiser
Sat, 24 Jan 2004 21:40:14 -0600
...There is a neat little box on the Euro ETKA that shows a 1:0.967 gearing reduction (171 957 501 - Golf part number...
Re: True Grit---
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Mon, 27 May 2002 23:29:45 -0700
...The first thing I get from a > Waser Boxer seller is several price reductions immediately. I've never > had to discount one of my...
Re: Opinion regarding new lowered 88 2wd Doublecab w/ Porsche/Pirelli 17's
Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:00:43 -0700
...You would need to removed the reduction gear boxes to lower a T1 Doka. Lot's more work and way more intrusive. There's...
Re: True Grit---
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 28 May 2002 01:11:56 -0500
...The first thing I get > from a > Waser Boxer seller is several price reductions immediately. I've > never > had to discount one of my...
Re: True Grit---
Historical mailing list - Terry K.
Tue, 28 May 2002 01:34:09 -0500
...The first thing I get from a Waser Boxer seller is several price reductions immediately. I've never had to discount one of my...
AW: A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Successful Work in Pro
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Tue, 17 Sep 2002 10:41:23 -0700
...I really don't know how to describe the reduction in vibration except to say at all engine speeds the stock speaker grills in...
Re: Battery placement alternatives
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Fri, 1 Oct 2010 13:24:09 -0700
...PbSO4(s) +5H2O(l) <-----> PbO2(s) + 3H3O+(aq) + HSO4- (aq) + 2e- (1.685V) Cathode (reduction): PbSO4(s) + H3O+(aq) + 2e- <-------> Pb(s) + HSO4-(aq...
Dr. Strangelove is clearly still alive in the Pentagon.
Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
Sat, 9 Mar 2002 13:40:47 -0800
...integration of nonnuclear capabilities into the nuclear force is what permits reductions in traditional long-range weaponry. But the blueprint laid down in the...
Re: Battery placement alternatives
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 1 Oct 2010 15:59:29 -0500
...But you think the gasket is mainly for noise control or something of that nature? Not to confine whatever is in the box so...
Not Friday, but....
Historical mailing list
Mon, 22 Apr 1996 14:10:30 -0700
...5) You *and* your Junior/Senior Prom date blew-off the dance to help a friend rebuild their reduction boxes. 6) Your mother has...
Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
Historical mailing list - George Laubach
Sat, 30 Jun 2012 18:55:47 -0500
...Again this NOx > reduction is what brought us the dyno emissions testing. > > Dennis > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
Re: AUTO TRANS
Historical mailing list - Stephen DeMocko
Mon, 6 Feb 2006 09:59:10 -0800
...I have fluid loss at the rate of reduction from the high mark to the low mark on the dip stick about every two...
Re: Converting Vanagon to Audi 15" Rims
Historical mailing list - Matthew Thyer
Fri, 5 Feb 2010 14:19:53 -0800
...They're going to address a couple of other issues around the engine box as well. I'll see what can be done about...
Re: Is something killing my starters?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 26 Jun 2016 18:58:28 -0400
...the fuse box-ignition switch or upgrade the wiring from the battery for same. As for replacing starters the gear reduction starters in general...
Chance meeting - VW die hard.
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 20 May 2003 23:22:15 -0700
...In general discussion he explained about removing and or rebuilding the reduction boxes. He elaborated on the hard to find parts and the need...
Re: Aerodynamics related to fuel consumption (for an 84 tin top)
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:33:33 -0700
...but a couple MPG reduction would be acceptable.� Still thinking about my design....rounded frontal end on my "box" seems appropriate.� Also a factor...
Re: Starter review 4 years later
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 26 Apr 2021 10:27:36 -0400
...It worked fine and is in my spare parts box. But If I can put the recording of the new starter with it I...
Re: Tires sizes and speedometer errors
Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
Sun, 25 Jan 2004 07:09:42 -0500
...There is a neat little box on the Euro ETKA that shows a 1:0.967 gearing > reduction (171 957 501 - Golf part number...
Re: Headlight swtich diagnostics?
Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:02:03 -0800
...The load reduction relay seems to work fine (e.g. >>>> headlights >>>> on + ignition on = headlights work, and when you crank the starter >>>> the >>>> headlights...
Vanagon LEDs Flasher resolved
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 29 Dec 2023 08:03:35 -0500
...And I’m very happy about the reduction in voltage and increase in visibility. >>>>> >>>>> Eric Caron >>>>> 84 Westfalia >>>>> >>>>> >>>>>> On Nov 14, 2023, at 12...
Oil Level Issue and Comment
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Wed, 27 Jun 2001 22:36:26 EDT
...Again this effect is exaggerated by the boxer configuration. So wrong oil, high blowby (bad rings), high temperatures (high working load, high ambient) and...
More on Transporter, Caravelle, Multivan
Historical mailing list - Zeidler HelmutNTC-Dusseld.
Tue, 2 Sep 1997 12:32:02 +0200
...IRS rear axle system, but some years with reduction boxes (yes!!). some years with drum-brakes all around, but with power breaks, later years...
Re: Vanagon transaxles- sorta long
Historical mailing list - Jwilli941
Sun, 3 May 1998 01:32:55 EDT
...The tallest factory gear was a .82 which came on the early reduction gear boxed split window busses and also on the 002 IRS...
Re: '80 Westfalia-- best way to drive over passes
Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
Thu, 24 Jan 2002 21:22:08 -0500
...Bulley continued Using our current Vanagon Westfalia (4speed manual on a 2.0 l stock box) as an example... on encountering a hill, if...