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• Re: Inexpensive O2 Sensors - archives
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Fri, 16 Feb 2001 10:20:56 -0500
  ...The Ford universal is just >fine! >Bosch is a quality outfit of first order so the functionality of the >inexpensive 13913 will be identical...
• Re: Rostra 250-1223 Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 7 Jul 2021 22:58:08 +0000
  ...Universal > Cruise Control Kit ($209 on Amazon).  I already have the dash mounted > control switch, and also the magnets (zip-tied to CV Joint...
• Porsche trans adaptor info found
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 12 May 2000 10:31:14 +1200
  ...The rear end of the shifter rod can be adapted using a section of steering column with universal joints (Mike Gensler's great idea...
• Re: leaking power steering rack pinion shaft seal
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 25 May 2010 15:18:33 -0700
  ...Its coming from > the seal > on the part (pinion shaft?) right near the universal joint. Here's a > photo > with arrow pointing to the...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 19:00:57 -0500
  ...Outside of this kit, which includes three 3" extensions, a 12" extension and a universal joint coupler, I carry the dial indicator, adaptor, metric...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:29:57 -0500
  ...8-drive sockets, with a ratchet and short extension, 3" extension, >universal joint. Preferably six-point sockets -- although with a >beam-type torque wrench...
• Re: Friday Topic: My Vanagon Accessories
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 9 Nov 2002 13:56:52 +1300
  ...CAM logo adapt column to fit replace rubber column coupling with universal joint (if necessary) or solid section Syncro fueltank/filler/pump outrigger tanks...
• Thank you!, 70 single-cab saga...
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Feb 1995 14:22:31 -0800
  ...I've got 4 new CV boots, 4 new CV joints and another $500 on the credit card this morning, but the axles are...
• Re: [Syncro] Spare Parts List - Input
  Historical mailing list - Mike Blotz
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 09:48:35 -0600
  ...1990 Westy Syncro w/160k miles > > Stats: > > - Fresh Engine Rebuild > - Fresh Trans Rebuild > - New VC > - Rebalanced Drive Shaft > - New Universal Joints > - Fresh AC Rebuild...
• Heads Final report and lessons learned
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Sun, 20 Mar 2005 18:29:47 -0800
  ...have plenty of ratchet extensions and at least one universal joint 13. I used rope and a bungee cord to tie up the manifold...
• Ongoing engine build, it starts! part 4
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 5 May 1995 08:35:18 -0700
  ...Install manifolds, not bad, just the left front nut was pretty tough, the 1/4" drive with a 6" extension and universal joint on...
• Re: vanagon shifter bound???
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Tue, 28 Feb 2006 07:51:15 -0500
  ...transmission is made > up of two rods connected with a nylon universal joint near the middle. > There are two bushings through which the rod...
• Attention syncro owners, tech info on trans & VC's from German Transaxle.
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 5 Aug 1999 01:57:25 EDT
  ...Prove it to yourself with a sir universal Joint and a couple of extensions. German Transaxle of America, me Service/Warranty Bulletin: VW Vanaaon...
• Re: question about 4-speed shift rod front "fork"
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:15:08 -0400
  ...The only thing I have not replaced is the universal joint in the middle of the van. I tried to adjust the shifter according...
• Attention syncro owners, tech info on trans & VC's from German Transaxle.
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 5 Aug 1999 00:44:07 EDT
  ...Prove it to yourself with a sir universal Joint and a couple of extensions. German Transaxle of America, me Service/Warranty Bulletin: VW Vanaaon...
• Re: Adding Power Steering to an '87?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:49:49 -0800
  ...Power uses a different input shaft to the rack (shorter) and it is fitted with a universal joint rather than a rubber disk. Steering...
• 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 08:44:18 -0500
  ...I rebuilt the driveshaft with new universal joints but it still does it. Not really that noticable. Has some minor rust and a couple...
• Re: FAG or SKF wheel bearings?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 7 Aug 2008 20:13:16 -0500
  ...Given the odd angles, I don't think it can work with >>> any unmodified "universal" set. >>> >>> >>> >
• Re: help with 91GL problem - it likes flatbed rides too much
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Mon, 30 Jun 2003 07:56:21 -0700
  ...A cracked joint here can mean no injector ground. There is another ground wire there to verify as it could be your culprit as...
• Re: 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 16:53:56 +0000
  ...I rebuilt the driveshaft with new universal joints > but it still does it. Not really that noticable. Has some minor rust > and a couple...
• Don Lancaster's Intermittents
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Fri, 6 Oct 1995 11:28:58 -0500 (CDT)
  ...The culprit was this bad solder joint on a steel lead power resistor. Aging and corrosion caused the failure. In hindsight, the tachometer would...
• Re: moving from California to Virginia
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 11 Oct 1999 16:54:16 -0400
  ...Can I substitute another universal clamp or go with the dealer repair? There is no noise coming from the cv joint and the boot...
• Re: Rostra All-Electronic Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 12 Jul 2002 01:19:05 EDT
  ...If these comments are confusing, go to the standard magnets on CV joint approach utilized by all universal cruise control kits. � He also says...
• Re: power window regulators
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Tue, 27 Feb 2007 12:13:02 -0500
  ...A small 1/4" ratchet and a universal joint extension was helpful for doing some of the nuts (10mm IIRC) that connect the motor...
• Re: rear wheel wobble
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Wed, 19 Feb 2003 13:46:34 -0800
  ...main pin still threw the nut? also what does the cv joint look like? does it make noise having someone outside as you drive...
• Re: Adding Power Steering to an '87?
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:15:31 -0800
  ...Power uses a different input shaft to the rack (shorter) and it is fitted with a universal joint rather than a rubber disk. Steering...
• Re: Front suspension question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:01:04 -0500
  ...Something like this. > https://www.amazon.com/SIXIWANZI-Macpherson-Spring-Compressor-Universal/dp/B0D8KBH6JB/ref=sr_1_31?adgrpid=1331509151946145&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._nMLq8eFdHy90Lph_dcZKfKUYXM9a53CngN...
• Re: Trouble Fitting I-4 Engine Into '90 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Mon, 26 Feb 2001 09:58:12 -0800
  ...This bend can be straightened and the clamp forward of the universal joint can slide 30 mm. further up the front shift rod to...
• What's wrong with my VW? Friday
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 08:57:14 -0600
  ...The CVs are almost universal on the VW automotive line at the output shafts on transmissions even on front wheel drive cars. The ignition...
• Re: Front suspension question
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:31:22 -0800
  ...Something like this. >> https://www.amazon.com/SIXIWANZI-Macpherson-Spring-Compressor-Universal/dp/B0D8KBH6JB/ref=sr_1_31?adgrpid=1331509151946145&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._nMLq8eFdHy90Lph_dcZKfKUYXM9a53CngN...
• Re: 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 17:46:13 -0500
  ...I rebuilt the driveshaft with new universal joints > but it still does it. Not really that noticable. Has some minor rust > and a couple...
• Re: question about 4-speed shift rod front "fork"
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:21:59 -0700
  ...The only thing I have not > replaced is the universal joint in the middle of the van. > > I tried to adjust the shifter according...
• Re: What's wrong with my VW? Friday
  Historical mailing list - Jorge Osorio
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 22:15:32 -0500
  ...The CVs are almost universal on the VW > automotive line at the output shafts on transmissions even on front wheel > drive cars. The ignition...
• Re: Finally got new Air Cooled/Diesel Center Shifter Bushings in stock!
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 17 Nov 2011 19:27:49 -0500
  ...There is only one other bushing that is at the universal joint connection that we don't have available at the moment. Hopefully we...
• Re: 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 18:44:23 -0500
  ...I rebuilt the driveshaft with new universal joints > but it still does it. Not really that noticable. Has some minor rust > and a couple...
• Re: Front suspension question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:30:26 -0500
  ...Something like this. >>> https://www.amazon.com/SIXIWANZI-Macpherson-Spring-Compressor-Universal/dp/B0D8KBH6JB/ref=sr_1_31?adgrpid=1331509151946145&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._nMLq8eFdHy90Lph_dcZKfKUYXM9a53CngN...
• Wannabussers, this is your lucky day!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 14 Sep 1996 09:05:54 -0400
  ...All four ball joints and one of the tie rod ends were replaced as well as a pair of the A-arm bushings. The...
• Re: Water pump replacement
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:56:33 -0500
  ...Other tools used were a 3/8" drive, metric sockets, universal joint, various extensions, siphon hose, catch pan and pliers for the hose clamps...
• Tuesday funnies
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 10 Jan 1995 10:16:54 -0800
  ...I was on my way to the doctor with the rear end trouble when my universal joint gave way, causing me to have an...
• Re: I4 conversion exhaust - some comments
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 9 Mar 2008 10:10:50 -0700
  ...But thanks for suggestion of the flex joint and your findings using one. Hopefully I'll have the engine roughed in tomorrow! Neil. On...
• Re: Front suspension question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 2 Feb 2025 14:14:07 -0500
  ...Something like this. >> https://www.amazon.com/SIXIWANZI-Macpherson-Spring-Compressor-Universal/dp/B0D8KBH6JB/ref=sr_1_31?adgrpid=1331509151946145&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._nMLq8eFdHy90Lph_dcZKfKUYXM9a53CngN...
• Re: found some freon 12 should I recharge old AC
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:22:43 -0700
  ...damaged but I > have experience some with pin hole or solder joint leaks at the elbows. > Bulk R134a is relatively inexpensive now. I succumb...
• Re: found some freon 12 should I recharge old AC
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Mon, 13 Apr 2020 16:28:16 -0500
  ...damaged but I > have experience some with pin hole or solder joint leaks at the elbows. > Bulk R134a is relatively inexpensive now. I succumb...
• Re: How To Install Your New VC
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 15:40:21 -0700
  ...You can do that, but that means you have > to disconnect the front CV joints, which is a pain. > Still, those front CV joints...
• Vanagon parts in Germany - long
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
  Thu, 05 Sep 1996 13:52:29 EST
  ...We rented a very game little VW Polo, with the 1.4 liter engine that seems to be the universal engine size for these...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: How To Install Your New VC
  Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
  Thu, 12 Jul 2001 20:17:47 -0700
  ...You can do that, but that means you have > > to disconnect the front CV joints, which is a pain. > > Still, those front CV joints...
• How To Install Your New VC
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 18:21:31 -0400
  ...You can do that, but that means you have to disconnect the front CV joints, which is a pain. Still, those front CV joints...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Sep 2015 16:32:40 -0500
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• The Tool List
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 13 Feb 1995 10:11:01 -0600 (CST)
  ...2" to 3/8" and/or 3/4" to 1/2" universal joint adaptor, get a 3/8" if you are only buying one...
• Preliminary Tools List
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Feb 1995 10:19:00 -0600 (CST)
  ...3",6",9",12" 3/8" -- sizes? 1/2" t-bar universal joint adaptor 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" SCREWDRIVERS Rechargeable electric w...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 21 Sep 2015 11:39:21 -1000
  ...John Rodgers wrote: >> >> Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think >> someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 17:18:47 -0500
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 22:27:51 +0000
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:38:25 -0700
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 16:39:14 -0700
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 21:57:29 -0400
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 12:46:27 -1000
  ...John Rodgers wrote: >> >> Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think >> someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• road test: 1968 VW Station Wagon (long)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 10 Jan 95 15:48:47 CST
  ...Together with these changes is a double jointed rear axle having constant velocity universal joints at each end of each axle, each joint being...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:43:48 -0500
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 21:18:32 -0400
  ...John Rodgers wrote: > > > > Scott, I'm going to try the wiggler/universal thing this morn. I think > > someone installed these extra, extra tight metal...