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Re: CDN Tire Inverter questions
Historical mailing list - Ed
Fri, 22 Apr 2005 10:12:13 -0400
...I bought a Kensington universal laptop dc power supply for about $50 from buy.com, but you might find ones cheaper on eBay or...
Friday - engine stand suggestions
Historical mailing list - Andrew Philbrick
Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:54:19 -0500
...I'm kinda looking for a universal stand I can put my Subaru engine on. When the Subaru goes into my Vanagon, I'd...
Re: IRT rear ended '83 watercooled.
Historical mailing list - Chris Turner
Wed, 29 Oct 1997 09:22:40 -0500
...same for the tail light assembly. >> junkyards.....and yes the hatch is universal, '80-'91. chris
Glove box key?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 20 Oct 2013 08:28:49 -0400
...Does anyone know if a universal Vanagon glove box key is available or if there is a way to get a replacement key? Eric...
Re: melting lower thermostat housing
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 7 Mar 2013 10:52:12 -0800
...Van-cafe has these in plastic or a universal fit SS part: http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van_1362678515661/page_984_667/universal...
Re: Ques.for 87 Syncro
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Tue, 24 Feb 1998 07:31:36 -0200
...First of all, go with a universal 02 sensor and splice the wires. It's easy to do and the cost savings are tremendous...
Re: '56 Kombi update: DMV/clutch
Historical mailing list
Thu, 3 Nov 94 14:45:49 PST
> > > Sorry to hear 'bout your "fun" with the DMV, its refreshing to know > that DMV personnel traits are universal. As I've always said...
Need Utility Service Flap Doors 82 Westy
Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
Wed, 1 Oct 1997 21:59:57 -0500
...Are these flap doors universal to other RV's, pop-ups etc? Any help appreciated. Regards Mark B. Magee 87GL 82 Diesel Westy Kemah...
Re: small steering universal joint size?
Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
Sat, 13 Feb 1999 21:15:26 EST
In a message dated 99-02-13 15:25:13 EST, gthaxter@DGTDESIGN.COM writes: << Dealer wants $270 (can) or something stupid. Does anyone...
Oil filter Wrench
Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
Tue, 27 Apr 2004 17:37:00 -0700
...Can I just stroll into Sears/Napa and get a Universal wrench, or ...? I see in the Bentley manual they mention "us 4474", is...
spare hose, was: Re: 1.9 water pump
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Sun, 29 Mar 2015 11:40:28 -0700
...I consider it a universal spare and carry one along. http://www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/vanagon-coolant-hoses/hose-distribution-t-to...
Re: Seat Question
Historical mailing list
Mon, 20 Apr 2015 13:32:05 -0400
...seats are universal left or right.
Steering part wanted
Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
Sun, 23 May 2010 08:17:26 -0700
Help! I've discovered that the small "universal joint" thing (not the rubber one) that links my power steering rack's splined shaft to...
Waterboxer Head Gasket Sealant
Historical mailing list - Cliff Ober
Sun, 21 Feb 1999 09:08:54 -0600
...I started looking at the sealant that came with the engine gasket kit I bought from Bus Depot - it's green and labeled Universal...
Re: a Friday topic
Historical mailing list - Rachel Cogent
Fri, 8 Jun 2001 15:31:29 -0700
...spoke thus: > Hyper > Text > Markup > Language > > Thats where them there URLs > > Universal > Resource > Locators > > come in. Along with a boatload of formatting cymbals that...
Re: Contact information
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Mon, 6 Jan 2003 15:45:13 -0500
...Text or PalmDoc would be smaller and more universal. _ _ __ _ _ _| | | | David M. Brodbeck (N8SRE) Ypsilanti, MI / _` | | | | | | +----------------------------------------------------- | (_| | |_| | | | @ cyberspace.org \__, |\__,_|_|_| "To the optimist, the glass is half...
Re: Ignition switch recommendations.
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sun, 7 Nov 2010 20:22:47 -0600
...I think those are pretty universal though. Anyone know if the typical air cooled Bosch hot start relay kit , plug and play for the...
Need a/c part
Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
Wed, 9 Dec 2009 17:16:22 -0400
...and I acquired an original a/c compressor to replace the universal compressor already installed that keeps failing and leaking. Anyway, what I'm...
Re: Jetta swap: Check Engine Light Install Electrical Questions
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:21:40 -0400
...Such terminology is universally used in the trade because it's inconvenient to make all the proper distinctions and technical people generally understand the...
Re: Won't Start in St. Helena, Napa County
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Sun, 30 Nov 2014 22:23:25 -0700
On 30 Nov , 2014, at 5:25 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > For the replacement coil it has to be the correct one, no universal...
Re: O2 sensors: 1-wire to replace 3-wire?
Historical mailing list
Fri, 26 Jul 1996 12:14:00 -0500
...1-wire universals being mentioned pretty often on the list, but couldn't recall any mention of a 3-wire universal. I was beginning...
Re: Starter Help!
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Sun, 14 Feb 2010 17:25:12 -0500
...going to touch? There's no "design flaw," any more than a battery post/terminal having the same amount exposed, which is almost universal.
Re: vanagon Digest - 1 Jun 2001 - Special issue (#2001-680)
Historical mailing list - DrCory
Fri, 1 Jun 2001 11:46:25 -0600
PDF is a Universal format. Check your PDF Reader version. that may be the problem. Then send me a copy of the pdf file...
New O2 Sensor now stuttering
Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
Sun, 11 Apr 2010 16:32:07 +0000
...It is one of the supposed universal (Bosch) ones that you splice into the original wire harness. I wanted to replace the sensor just...
syncro driveline universal joints
Historical mailing list
Wed, 18 Sep 1996 10:18:37 -0700
...The local high-quality, non-chain FLAPS, "A & M Motor Supply", quoted $30 an end to replace universal joint bearing. I think they needed...
Re: Need inspiration. Lacking motivation on my engine conversion
Historical mailing list - neil N
Sat, 5 Apr 2008 13:13:46 -0700
...actions for successful results. > The principles of success are universal. > > http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Universal-Principles-of-Success&id=29545 > > Here's one for...
Re: Motive Bleeder Recs
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:49:55 -0600
...Vanagon or the >> > Universal so i can use it on the wife's Mazda. �Has anyone ever used the >> > Universal on their van? �TIA...
F.S. 1986 Westy Syncro
Historical mailing list - Ted & Kathy
Mon, 15 Feb 1999 17:26:33 EST
...2 propaned tanks.....a camper heater.....new air....new universals.....canvas is perfect...... new awning.....lots more extras......its been garaged and babied........... moving...
Re: Cleaning the water holding tank?
Historical mailing list - Bill N
Tue, 15 Jul 2003 16:16:18 -0700
...I also have an '81, but the cap is universal. Bill in the Southwest ----- Original Message ----- From: "Johnny DeVilla" <johnny@JDEVILLA.COM> > > I just...
Re: Coolant part confusion - need some help!
Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
Tue, 8 Sep 2009 19:29:07 -0400
...To take the guess work out of ordering (and for the positive > attributes of stainless steel), I ordered the universal junction from Van > Cafe...
Re: Front Grill Spray Paint Recommendations
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
Wed, 9 May 2012 11:11:47 -0400
...Ken > I have a new spray can of Rust-Oleum "Universal Advanced Formula" > All-Surface Paint (wood, metal, plastic, masonry), Flat Black. > > No, Yes...
Re: subaru-vanagon list or svx-vanagon list
Historical mailing list - Steve
Sun, 17 Oct 2004 09:03:16 -0700
...http://www.weirdstuffwemake.com/weird/stuff/automotive/vanagon/alt_fix.html Universal Hall effect VSS fits '86 and later speedo. Works with 2WD or...
an inexpensive muffler
Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
Sun, 4 Aug 1996 20:51:58 -0400 (EDT)
...adapter to go between the flange and the universal muffler. I had to cut about 3/4" off of the adapter to get the...
Re: Push button switch
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:37:56 -0700
...ought to do the job http://www.jcwhitney.com/garage-pro-universal-ignition-switch/p3085959.jcwx?filterid=c1628d14387u0j1 On 29 Nov , 2012, at 12...
Re: Gauge Mounting Options
Historical mailing list - turbowesty
Fri, 17 Aug 2012 13:13:58 -0400
...COMCAST.NET> wrote: > Here is a link to what I used > > http://www.glowshiftdirect.com/Universal-Triple-Gauge-Console-Dash-Pod-Dome-Lip.aspx
Re: Etka favor!
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Mon, 13 Mar 2006 03:12:05 EST
...The boot covering the universal joints is 171 419 523, but there is another rubber component (smaller, looks like a interface seal) with part...
Re: Mufflers re-dux (pipe strangeness)
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:53:51 -0500
> A local shop has offered to put a "universal" muffler on including tail pipe, > everything welded, for $150, or an Ansa muffler, with new...
Sealant for cylinder head gasket
Historical mailing list - Walter E. Stephens
Wed, 8 Jul 1998 17:07:43 -0700
...The kit came with a single tube of Universal-Dichtmasse 100PU sealant, a pretty green stuff. Has anyone used this stuff for the cylinder...
Re: Universal outside thread chaser
Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:14:05 -0700
Canadian Tire sells it for $20. < http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/SpecialtyTools/TapsDies/PRDOVR~0587102P/ThreadMate%252BUniversal%252BThread%252BRepair%252BTool.jsp...
Re: Coolant leak - it was bound to happen
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 1 Aug 2015 09:39:50 -0500
Good idea! Jim > On Aug 1, 2015, at 9:38 AM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > One can 'make-do' with a universal...
Re: Waving Vanagon drivers (again)
Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
Wed, 13 Sep 1995 11:13:00 -0700 (PDT)
...Gary Gibson NOW you're talking! Let the joy be universal... -Steve Maher smaher@gi.com '71 VW Transporter w/flapping hand behind (see...
Re: Syncro Driveshaft Universal Joints
Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
Tue, 17 Sep 1996 23:51:53 -0400 (EDT)
On Tue, 17 Sep 1996, Todd Francis wrote: > > > >Have you actually done this? I was thinking about it butt when I looked > into it...
Driveline Problem Diagnosis, Please
Historical mailing list - Jon Kanas
Sun, 26 Aug 2007 21:31:20 -0600
...This is a very solid thunking, and I suspect it is a seizing or failing universal joint on the driveshaft. I was under it...
Re: Front Grill Spray Paint Recommendations
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Wed, 9 May 2012 10:28:29 -0400
...9:51 Skip <skiplaubach@COMCAST.NET> napisał(a): > '84 Westy > > I have a new spray can of Rust-Oleum "Universal Advanced Formula" All-Surface...
"Don't leave home without it"
Historical mailing list - Steve Nizyborski
Tue, 23 Jun 1998 09:48:45 PDT
...some people's views might be a bit parochial, but I'm reassured given the universality of Mark's quote. Stephen '90 syncro adventurewagen
Re: gas mileage
Historical mailing list - Brian Wasson
Thu, 5 May 2005 11:00:40 -0500
Hey, let's not universally trash SUVs! In a lot of ways, a Vanagon is the ultimate "SUV" (especially when you consider a Syncro...
Re: Well, it's over. (Prices)
Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
Sat, 29 Jan 2000 22:47:44 EST
...The universal joint and parking brake cable are new and have never been installed. The hub caps are in good condition except one that...
Re: Catalytic converter replacement...
Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
Mon, 22 May 2000 21:27:23 -0400
...This is a > direct-fit, not a universal, so it should bolt right in. It was $100.95 > + shipping, and I should see it...
Cheap Muffler Replacement?
Historical mailing list - Vicki Derrer
Mon, 24 Jul 2000 13:01:30 EDT
...can have The Guy At the Muffler Shop put on a "universal muffler" for $55 (not VW of course). Since my friend is a...
Alternative roof vents?
Historical mailing list - Jean-Woo Kim
Sat, 4 Dec 2004 21:10:36 -0800
...I did some research online, and it seems that the universal 14 X 14 size roof vents for RV's are real inexpensive. Like...
Re: Looking for steering intermediate shaft for Power Steering 2wd
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Sat, 2 Feb 2019 11:59:27 -0500
...This is the > > shaft that goes under the van, between the steering relay box, and the > > universal for the power steering rack. It has...
Re: Tranmission R & R
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Thu, 17 Mar 2016 10:39:14 -0700
...bit limited by side effect of stroke, > but often use the universal compensator to get the job done. > > What special tools or equipment would...
it's a mystery to me,
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sun, 26 Jun 2011 17:11:59 -0500
whether there is any relation between "Marvel Mystery Oil," which I gather is a kind of universal cure all, according to some, and the...
F.S. 1986 Westy Syncro
Historical mailing list - Ted & Kathy
Wed, 24 Feb 1999 18:34:18 EST
Its back on the market.........and its still perfect........130K miles......has a ton of extras....twin propane tanks, new awning, new universals, new...
fuel line problem
Historical mailing list - Jim Snyder
Mon, 15 Feb 1999 17:37:44 -0800
...Are these VW parts or universal? Many thanks in advance. Jim jsnyder@davis.com http://www.mother.com/~jsnyder
Re: Replacing steering rubber link with universal joint
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Tue, 8 Oct 2002 15:09:56 -0400
On Tue, 8 Oct 2002, Chris Mills wrote: > The Supers had no bushings or bearings between the "X" and the end cages > apparently. I...
Re: '56 Kombi update: DMV/clutch
Historical mailing list - ray landers
Fri, 4 Nov 1994 06:09:37 -0800 (PST)
...the DMV, its refreshing to know > that DMV personnel traits are universal. As I've always said, > "There are two types of assholes in...
Re: Contact information
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Mon, 6 Jan 2003 13:06:32 -0800
...Text or PalmDoc would be > smaller and more universal. > >
Re: Oil Light
Historical mailing list - Raceingcajun
Tue, 8 Aug 2006 11:51:52 -0500
...On the off chance the system is working right, get a universal oil pressure gauge and see what's really going on inside your...
Re: Mufflers re-dux (pipe strangeness)
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:14:13 -0800
...it is time. > > A local shop has offered to put a "universal" muffler on including tail pipe, everything welded, for $150, or an Ansa...