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• Re: oxygen sensor and alternator lights
  Historical mailing list - Dave C
  Tue, 22 Feb 2000 16:53:04 -0500
  ...there may be a malfunction in the electrical system or the v-belt to the alternator may be loose or broken. 6-Oxygen sensor...
• Re: PS V-belt
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Mon, 19 Apr 2004 14:20:24 -0400
  On Sun, 18 Apr 2004 17:23:36 -0700, Rob Campbell <rob@PHEMP.COM> wrote: >Is this (I hope) a simple matter of purchasing...
• Re: Change a VW Fan Belt In 5 Seconds?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:17:49 -0500
  ...BTW-Was getting the Van to TDC by tugging a little in the v-belt a couple of weeks ago and got my finger...
• Re: Audible Coolant alarm opinions
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 2 Mar 2018 01:47:21 +0000
  This GoWesty product also interested me.  About 10 years ago I was happily driving down the freeway from Austin to Corpus Christi; broken V...
• Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 11:36:33 -0700
  David Beierl asks, "Big heavy iron thing, right? V timing notch on the first land and round one on the second." Yep yep yep...
• Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 12:52:52 -0700
  My late father and I learned (the hard way) over 45 years ago that ORIGINAL Continental Belts were the ONLY way to go on...
• Re: [WetWesties] etka on line with registration
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:49:40 -0800
  ...is what my California seems to have for OEM power >> the v belt sizing information will prove to be invaluable ... >> that so far has...
• Just a few more questions....(long)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
  Fri, 4 May 2001 17:15:00 -0700
  ...the steering wheel? 6) Where can I find the thin/ deep-V belt for the a/c. My unit is mounted in the dash...
• back from trip
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Sun, 26 Jul 1998 14:12:27 -0700
  ...The only mechanical glitch was a broken V-belt. Actually it was a bit frazzled and came off. I noticed the red alternator light...
• Re: blinking coolant light
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:03:07 -0500
  ...is not hot. > There is enough coolant in the tank. > The V belts are tight. > > I'm thinking a sensor has gone sideways or...
• Vanagon-Eurovan Thanksgiving Goodwill
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Mon, 27 Nov 2006 18:03:37 +0000
  ...stranded in Stratton, CO (near the Kansas border) after losing the V-belt on their '93 Eurovan Weekender en route from Kansas City. They...
• Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:02:41 -0700
  ...COM> Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 4:54 PM Subject: Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine? > Jeez, Dennis -- you're the very embodiment...
• diesel Vanagon v-belt blues
  Historical mailing list - Jim Snyder
  Sat, 15 May 1999 20:23:24 -0700
  Hi I attempted to change a bad fan belt today on my '82 diesel Vanagon. The bad belt was the one that goes from...
• Oil Light Update - To Mordor and Back
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 02 Jun 1997 09:35 -0600 (MDT)
  ...Pulled all three V-belts and got them out of the way. Disconnected the wire from the sensor. The deep socket won't get...
• Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:55:41 -0400
  ...2011 12:11 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine? I've wondered about this also: - too...
• Re: 1991 westy - power steering belt problem
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:52:32 -0700
  ...wrote: > > > 1991 westy > > Hi all, > > I have lost my power steering v-belt 3 times in the last two years. I > > don't remember...
• Re: vibrating tiico engine
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Mon, 10 Nov 2003 08:51:44 -0800
  ...Chris DeLong wrote: > Lets not forget to remind people that if you are going to use a v-belt > setup from a golf/rabbit...
• Re: 82 westy drive belts
  Historical mailing list - AD Felder
  Sat, 7 Mar 2009 21:01:13 -0800
  ...82 westy drive belts My owner's manual indicates that the v-belts are to be 9.5x600 LA and 9.5x643 LA.� I...
• Re: Regular maintenance list-contributions.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 18 Sep 2003 21:50:01 -0500
  ...this was before electronic ignition) - replace fuel filter - check tension of v-belts; adjust as necessary - check engine idle speed; adjust as necessary - on...
• Re: Belt squeal question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 19:02:15 -0500
  ...It has a single V-belt driving the > alternator, the WP...no power accessories at all. The belt tension seems > just right and the...
• Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 27 Dec 2004 14:38:57 -0800
  I seem to remember getting the main pulley bolt off with a 6 ft piece of jack handle over a 1/2" socket drive...
• Re: Tool Kit for Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 26 Jul 95 12:05:27 CDT
  ...used for prying up on the alternator when tightening the v-belt. - large hex allen wrenches. like 8mm. maybe 10mm. used for loosening and...
• Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Mon, 27 Dec 2004 01:26:06 -0600
  Jim: Many years ago, I worked in an automotive machine shop that specialized in high performance work. Most engines need their rods rebuilt to...
• Re: '88 Westy Vacuum leak diagnosis input
  Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
  Sun, 8 Sep 2024 22:23:43 -0600
  ...And you guessed it, I also found a shredded V-belt and the two other belts thrown. Looks like another flatbed trip is in...
• Re: oil pressure light
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 4 Apr 2010 16:53:22 -0700
  ...If you are looking at > the engine, it is right under the v belts near your right hand. You will > not really see it...
• Re: SA Limited slip differential and getting stuck
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Wed, 13 Feb 2002 08:24:52 -0700
  ...I pulled the motor and the tranny, the transaxle is just > >hanging there by a v-belt and the axles (ok, the starter is...
• Re: Late-model 120A alternator fit on wasserboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Thu, 22 Jun 2000 16:21:06 -0700
  ...is from an A1 or A2 series VW and uses a V-belt > >> it will work on the Vanagon - just swap the pullies. > >> > >> At...
• Re: 87 water pump
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Mitch Daughtry
  Wed, 13 Nov 1996 18:20:23 -0500
  ...I think this can be accelerated by over tightening the v-belts. You will also notice small (then gradually increasing) amounts of water leaking...
• Re: Belt replacement tips???
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sun, 25 Nov 2007 13:24:07 -0800
  ...Jon On Sun, 25 Nov 2007, Scott Daniel - Shazam wrote: > Replacing the accessory drive v-belts on a waterboxer vanagon could not > possibly more...
• Re: installing oil pressure gauge
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Wed, 23 Aug 2000 03:22:46 -0500
  ...me like >it'd be very close to a couple of v belts there. What about putting it in >place of the other oil...
• What does my battery light mean?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Wed, 6 Apr 2005 09:45:03 -0700
  ...It has been consistently exhibited in all my VW's, regardless of battery/alternator/regulator condition, V-belt adjustment, etc., including my current '83...
• Crank Pulley-Off!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Chen
  Wed, 10 Dec 1997 13:14:28 -0400
  ...Once again, the list comes through! For future reference, in case you need to remove a single v-belt crank pulley: 1. Unbolt rear...
• Re: Torque Converter Questin
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Mon, 30 Dec 2002 22:35:19 -0500
  ...hills). > >This is what VW Dealer did: > >"replaced all belts" (3 V-Belts) > >"replaced oil seal, gasket, bulb and TORQUE CONVERTER" (vehicle was >leaking...
• Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 09:14:32 -0700
  "This is why belt tension is so important [...]" Lame-o confession: I never know when my belt tension is right. The push-to-check...
• Re[2]: Coolant Temp Indications
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 16 Nov 1995 08:06:02 -0800
  ...couldn't see into the overflow tank), no visible leaking, tight V-belt, etc. I couldn't make heads or tails of the wiring...
• Re: "Don't leave home without it" items
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 22 Jun 1998 20:48:39 -0700
  ...three milk crates >> of stuff: >> >> GETTING IT FIXED BOX: >> - Waterpump >> - Alternator >> - V-Belt >> - Duct Tape >> - Bailing wire >> - Wrech and socket set >> - Wire and spare...
• Re: Moan when turning
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 7 Feb 2011 13:33:40 -0800
  ...you'll see on the top right the v-belt driven alternator. below that on the right, a Power steering pump .. also driven by...
• Re: Source for Woodruff key
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:33:03 -0400
  ...I have the V-belt pulley with the three grooves > for > > all the extra belts needed for AC and power steering. I don't...
• Re: Alternator Question.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:20:09 -0700
  ...many tdi VW's have a 120 amp alternator, though it's not a v-belt belt system. 'more' is not always better. Scott...
• Re: oxygen sensor and alternator lights
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 22 Feb 2000 14:20:58 -0800
  ...there may be a malfunction in the electrical system or the v-belt to the alternator may be loose or broken. 6-Oxygen sensor...
• Re: back from trip
  Historical mailing list - John H. Rodgers
  Sun, 26 Jul 1998 18:32:02 -0500
  ...back from trip At 02:12 PM 7/26/98 -0700, you wrote: >The only mechanical glitch was a broken V-belt. Actually it...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 22 Nov 1999 18:54:51 -0800
  ...Timing belt and V-belt. Water pump and spare 45A alternator. Points and condensor ignition system with four fresh spark plugs and 8L of...
• Failed State Safety Inspection (Tie Rod)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hudgik
  Wed, 4 Mar 1998 17:32:07 -0500
  ...spark plugs, cap, rotor, changed the oil and v-belts, ran a couple tanks o' gas with injector cleaner and patched an exhaust leak...
• Re: leaks leaks and more leaks -
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 08:10:20 -0800
  ...Best to remove the V-belt and use non power steering.This is a reasonable fix.I have been doing it for years.No...
• Re: '88 Westy Vacuum leak diagnosis input
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 9 Sep 2024 09:27:37 -0600
  ...engine bay. > And you guessed it, I also found a shredded V-belt and the two other belts > thrown. > > Looks like another flatbed trip...
• Re: Audible Coolant alarm opinions
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Thu, 1 Mar 2018 18:54:44 -0800
  ...About 10 years ago I was happily driving down the freeway from Austin to Corpus Christi; broken V-belt (alternator and water pump in...
• Re: Water pump?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 6 Jan 2008 18:25:45 -0500
  ...I took the V-belt of and gave it about 1/8 turn more and will see if this helps. But I think in...
• Re: NewOwnerQuestions
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sat, 17 May 2003 10:20:19 -0700
  ...Is this usual? > > Anyone have a list of spares for long distance travel, like V belt, fuel > filter, fuel pump? > > Love the thing so...
• Re: [WetWesties] etka on line with registration
  Historical mailing list - Charles Nighbor
  Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:04:25 -0800
  ...is what my California seems to have for OEM power >>> the v belt sizing information will prove to be invaluable ... >>> that so far has...
• Re: Vanagon-Eurovan Thanksgiving Goodwill
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 27 Nov 2006 10:19:54 -0800
  ...stranded in Stratton, CO (near the Kansas border) after losing > the > V-belt on their '93 Eurovan Weekender en route from Kansas City. > > They...
• Re: Leaking Heads - aargghh! - What to do?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 29 Sep 1997 15:50:36 CDT
  ...the hose goes between the v-belt for the power steering (to get the belt off, you have to disconnect this hose). where the...
• Re: Rust protection - Oiling - caution
  Historical mailing list - Jean-Guy Savoie
  Wed, 30 Aug 2000 12:23:43 -0300
  ...fix (door seals, Motor and tranny mounts, through chassis wiring grommets, V-belts, rad hoses etc...) . This was the case for the rusty Ford...
• Re: Tiico Party!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Wed, 17 Jul 2002 05:14:56 -0400
  You had better open that TIICO crate and be darn sure everything is there including harness, proper v belt pulleys, etc..........or your party...
• Re: After-market Alt. belts?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 15 Aug 2005 08:54:09 -0500
  ...I have some V belts on shop fans and compressors that are 25 years old but they're going to leave me stranded in...
• Re: leaks leaks and more leaks -
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 16:25:42 +0000
  ...Best to remove > the V-belt > and use non power steering.This is a reasonable fix.I have been > doing it > for years.No...
• Oil Light Update - Bentley book problems
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 May 1997 11:01 -0600 (MDT)
  ...Second problem - the book can tell me how to rebuild a wasserboxer, but their only suggestion as to V-belt installation is somethin like...
• Re: Maiden Voyage of the Weisel (Westy Diesel)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:11:37 -0700
  ...after all that we broke a v belt on the water pump just outside king city california ... saved by triple a premium plan which...
• Re: '88 Westy Vacuum leak diagnosis input
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 9 Sep 2024 09:37:09 -0600
  ...engine bay. > And you guessed it, I also found a shredded V-belt and the two other belts > thrown. > > Looks like another flatbed trip...
• Re: '88 Westy Vacuum leak diagnosis input
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 9 Sep 2024 13:26:02 -0600
  ...engine bay. > And you guessed it, I also found a shredded V-belt and the two other belts > thrown. > > Looks like another flatbed trip...
• Re: '88 Westy Vacuum leak diagnosis input
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 16 Sep 2024 21:18:19 -0400
  ...engine bay. > And you guessed it, I also found a shredded V-belt and the two other belts thrown. > > Looks like another flatbed trip...