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• Re: A/C Shuts Off over 55mph
  Historical mailing list - KEITH HUGHES
  Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:34:49 -0700
  ...All the compressor "knows" is that the radiator temp is too high, it doesn't know anything about ambient temps. Also, when you're...
• Re: Plugged windshield squirted
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 18:51:50 -0700
  ...I've used rubber tipped nozzle on air gun (compressor) to carefully blow the crud back down the lines. You can take the tank...
• Re: High Idle with A/C on
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 24 Apr 2000 16:51:55 -0700
  ...speed is raised to counteract the effects of the a/c compressor, and when you are just starting the car in the morning, the...
• Re: Noisy pulleys
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Thu, 13 Feb 2003 20:47:04 -0700
  ...Noisy pulleys > > Is there an easy way to identify what accessory, > water pump > Power Steering pump > Alternator > A/C Compressor > > is making noise without...
• Re: A/C Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Mark Cumnock
  Thu, 2 Sep 2004 16:01:19 -0400
  ...clog the expansion valve, second in the long run ruin the compressor,and all this; still while you have a leak,also the year...
• Re: AC issues
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 22 Jun 2005 17:58:15 -0500
  ...I think >the 2 hoses that attach to the rear of your compressor can be adjusted so >that htey can still give you good...
• Re: '84 Westy: Does Air Conditioner Boost Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:22:46 -0700
  ...air conditioner have a way to boost the idle > >when the compressor is engaged? > > > >If so, what's the mechanism? Is it called an...
• Re: AC converted to 134
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 19:08:57 -0700
  ...Has anyone tried the alternative stuff? I wonder if the compressor does not have to work so hard using something besides 134, maybe it...
• Re: misfire - diagnosis of problem?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 4 Oct 2004 11:55:53 -0700
  ...I don't have an air compressor to try a leak down test. I suppose I could buy one since I want to get...
• AC INOP 1988 GL WBX 2.1
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 19 Jun 2016 19:51:53 -0500
  ...How does one go about checking the clutch while the compressor is on the engine? I can hear a faint clicking like something turning...
• The dreaded mystery wire.
  Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
  Thu, 21 Jul 2016 12:42:28 -0400
  ...I replaced the A/C compressor, receiver/dryer, and the hoses to the condenser. I have it all buttoned up and ready to go...
• Re: Craiglist
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:28:07 -0500
  ...time I've seen that cowling piece on a Vanagon AC compressor (engine > pic). Has anyone else seen these? > > John Meeks > '91 Multivan > Northern...
• Re: need comments on '81 Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 10 Oct 1996 03:30:36 -0400
  ...Thoughts? >> I have never found the a/c to adequately cool the van.I installed a dual evaporator and larger compressor to solve the...
• Re: Air-conditioning Seals
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 12 Jan 2000 21:13:03 EST
  ...Usually a good shop with ALWAYS replace all the of the o-rings when replacing a compressor (just common sense). You can get all...
• Re: Thermorest
  Historical mailing list - Kapitan Ray Nemo
  Wed, 17 May 2000 07:45:07 EDT
  ...Takes forever to blow up (12v hairdryer or mini compressor?) but REAL comfy. Many blessings, Ray der Kapitan IXOYE Huntington, Westy Virginia Recovering Sniveling...
• Re: 90 VANAGON Carat Weekender for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Suzanne Hackett
  Thu, 24 Jan 2002 17:01:07 -0800
  ...transmission, suspension, distributor) Comes with new water pump Needs new A/C compressor Kelley Blue Book value: $5050 - $5,770 Best offer in that...
• FS: 2.1L engine in Boston area
  Historical mailing list - Gary
  Tue, 23 Jul 2002 23:32:30 -0400
  ...The engine is complete with all accessories (alt, compressor, cruise control slave etc.) except for the PS pump. The engine includes complete exhaust and...
• Re: AC parts supplier
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 11:36:13 -0700
  ...I have rebuild several AC compressors, and the kit to rebuild these seams to be a dealer item only. Anyone have a After market...
• replacement fridge?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Mon, 23 Jun 2003 08:58:55 -0600
  ...The electricity is used to turn a compressor in these new models instead of to heat the heating element. Because of this difference they...
• Re: FRIDAY: Famous Amos Shipping Bonus from Van Cafe?
  Historical mailing list - Marty Kulmus
  Fri, 26 May 2006 10:46:42 -0700
  ...Thank goodness for mechanics gloves and hose spring compressors. And thanks to van (volks) caf� for putting the order for me so quickly. Marty...
• Re: Cooling System Pressure Testing - make your own tool CHEAP!
  Historical mailing list - amy monk
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 10:13:01 -0700
  ...uh, I mean value driven like me, you can gut a used cap to remove the valving and attach an air compressor or hand...
• 89 Westy, New Tires and motor Work
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hinshaw
  Sun, 4 Mar 2007 09:21:08 -0500
  ...Charlotte for new exhaust, head gasket repair, and possible A/C compressor. Are these prices acceptable? - Exhaust installed (w/o) converter) for 1,088...
• Slow draining sink
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
  Sun, 24 Dec 2006 16:35:21 -0800
  ...I tried to unclog the sink No avail I used my compressor to send hi-pressure air down the sink hole No avail Finally...
• Touch up paint in spray cans?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
  Sun, 8 Jun 2008 12:45:19 -0700
  ...I have some small areas to do and no longer have the garage or motivation to set up the whole compressor/spray gun outfit...
• Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 22 Aug 2015 16:30:51 -0400
  ...To support the Air conditioner When the compressor is on the fan runs at a low speed energized from a relay in the AC...
• Re: A/C Talk
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:15:45 -0700
  ...Mostl any good AC shop can hook up the system to the Ferd compressor once they have the AC block(hooks up the hoses...
• Re: About them Norcold refrigerators
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 14:05:48 -0700
  ...Its my understanding the swing compressor is only on the Engel 35 and 45. You can see the change in amperage on the chart...
• Re: good 2.1 WBX motor for sale, complete
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:48:35 -0500
  ...This motor has taken me > on many great adventures and never let me down. > > Complete from airbox, intake, to exhaust manifolds. > AC compressor, alt...
• Re: Air Compressor Mods - Results
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Thu, 2 Feb 1995 16:54:33 -0800 (PST)
  >I thought you were supposed to have a big tank for spraying, like 20-30 gallons >minimum. But if it works...what the hey...
• RE: '70 Clutch Cable Clevis Pin failed!
  Historical mailing list - Eric L. Borgen
  Wed, 01 May 96 09:16:00 PDT
  ...while installing a twin airhorn set off of an > electionic compressor. Can't wait to test it out on some bicyclists... > > -Jason Jason: Some...
• Re: Dramatically Improving AC capacity
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 11 Nov 2001 08:09:18 -0600
  ...Change the pulley ratio and spin the compressor faster c: Install a clear plastic curtain between the drivers area and the rear seating so...
• Re: Increasing horsepower
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 19 Oct 2002 14:49:26 +1300
  >Turbo Charger, Electro Charger, Turbine Compressor......! > >The principle is the same. A turbine (turbo) takes in air, >and using >centrifugal force Centrifugal effect, an...
• Re: Does AC Affect MPG?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Tue, 28 Aug 2007 18:54:10 -0700
  ...IIRC, most compressors rob about 5 horse power from the engine. Add to that several big fan motors and increased radiator fan on-time...
• Re: AC High Side - line leak - rubber hose
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:58:26 -0700
  ...high side) in the rubber hose, about > 12 inches from the compressor, beyond the ridged line. > > > > I price the replacement hose which runs from...
• Re: [vanagon] New found AC Refrigerant
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Mon, 16 Jun 2003 22:42:48 -0700
  ...44 degrees. >The failure rate of compressors is way up there now and the price of >rebuilt compressors had jumped too. >Seems that there...
• Re: Head gasket replacement driver's side only.
  Historical mailing list - Jean-Woo Kim
  Wed, 6 Sep 2006 10:06:51 -0700
  ...Now is it easier to remove the A/C compressor at its bracket? Also what tool is ideal for cutting off those exhaust bolts...
• Re: Need a/c hose for 87 Westy Gl
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 11:29:23 EDT
  ...I was told it >might >be a defective drier or the compressor. I have to say that the system >took >the charge just fine...
• Re: Re; Paint for westy roof
  Historical mailing list - steve guzzi
  Tue, 22 Aug 2000 16:39:11 -0700
  ...You need some serious gear (compressor, paint room), and the right chemicals (hardeners, top coats, etc.). This might apply slightly more to body painting...
• '84 Westfalia A/C Resurrection - Expansion Valve
  Historical mailing list - Jason Yasment
  Tue, 1 May 2001 11:26:24 -0500
  ...I ordered a new compressor (I know it's shot), receiver/dryer and expansion valve. Looking through the Bentley, I cannot find any info...
• fan belt tightening
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 17:06:51 -0800
  ...The one going to the AC compressor is definitely looser than the other two. One is rather tight and the 2nd is in between...
• Re: Problem with running rich when motor warm......90 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Sean Solowiej
  Mon, 30 Dec 2002 08:34:52 -0600
  ...It turned out to be a temperature sensor sender - on the left, sort of under the a/c compressor. I guess it was telling...
• Parting out an 81 westy
  Historical mailing list - Michael Brown
  Wed, 29 Jan 2003 18:56:42 -0500
  ...I also forgot to mention is has A/C complete exept for the compressor and a BA6 gas heater which works. I'm not...
• Hose orientation
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Thu, 7 Aug 2003 11:43:19 -0700
  ...Which hose connects to the SUC connection on the compressor? The one = going up to the evaporator or the one coming from the condenser...
• Re: A/C question: Ester Oil and R-12 do they mix?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 20:30:40 -0500
  ...Larry A. (started taking apart the AC compressor from my Cherokee today)
• Re: acceptable way to discharge A/C at home?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 11 Nov 2005 15:12:42 -0800
  ...I've moved my compressor as much out of > the way as I can > without disconnecting the hoses, but would really > like to remove...
• Re: fridge replacement?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 2 Aug 2007 14:30:51 -0700
  ...Norcold use the same type of, or very similar, swing arm compressor. Food for thought...... Neil. -- Neil Nicholson. 1981 Air Cooled Westfalia. http://web...
• air conditioner
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Thu, 18 Sep 2008 21:26:43 -0400
  ...c system gets too high and the pressure switch disengages the compressor's clutch, or something to that effect. It sucks to not have...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 07:29:29 -0800
  ...11/ST1 PWM output to the idle speed stabilizer valve 2/K Digital input from AC compressor high when AC compressor is on low...
• Re: GoWesty 2WD lift spring install advice
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 1 Sep 2011 02:19:09 -0700
  ...I have threaded hook type spring compressors. 3 of them ... with those on a coil spring and screwed down ...then you can control them...
• Re: '91 Vanagon GL, AC is OOC
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 09:44:28 -0700
  ...Do you mean the > O-rings where the hoses attach? > > Larry A. > '91 GL with AC working fine with improvised connections > to Subie compressor...
• Re: Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE INQUIRY STATUS
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 8 Sep 2002 11:22:14 -0500
  ...good" compressor but > Jerry > recommended replacing the stock 8 Cubic In Compressor with a 10 > Cubic In > unit. > > Cost of the 10ci COMPRESSOR is...
• Re: I May Not Be Insane!
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sun, 22 May 2011 13:07:09 -0700
  ...Now 35 year ago I painted my '72 Ghia in my mother's driveway with a $20.00 compressor and a cheap spray gun...
• Re: Advice on Evaporator Icing
  Historical mailing list - Randy Bergum
  Thu, 3 Aug 2000 11:34:49 -0700
  ...Check out the behavior of temps at each end to get a clue where it is, and get the electrical fixed so the compressor...
• Re: Shop for AC work in Seattle?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 26 Jul 2009 17:03:11 -0700
  ...a shop that won't automatically say "you need a new compressor". > > I know a great AC shop in Berkeley, but that is like...
• Re: Dometic refrigerator cooling mystery, '89 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Mon, 20 Aug 2001 15:47:41 -0400
  ...This system (ammonia/hydrogen/H2O continuous absorption type) is not like a regular freon/compressor type refrigerator, so I will be very excited to...
• Re: What do YOU have in your fridge?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Mon, 9 Sep 2002 10:43:29 -0500
  ...seat between the front seats in 70's Westies >- The air compressor and temporary inflatable spare on 70's Westies >- Front privacy curtains >- Rear...
• FS: 84 Westy AC Parts
  Historical mailing list - Jeff K
  Mon, 12 May 2003 13:50:06 -0700
  ...The AC never worked since I got the van (the compressor was shot), but everything looks to be in good shape. If your broke...
• Re: A/C tune-up time
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 14 Mar 2004 14:10:17 -0600
  ...hoses, compressor evap, etc?? I am >tired of paying around 35 dollars a can of R 12 to recharge the system. >Thanks > > Keep in...
• Vacuum Pump A/c Manifold Recommendations?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Thu, 19 Jul 2007 10:55:57 -0700
  100% of my vehicles have a/c problems! The syncro westie's hasn't worked well for years, and now the compressor is making...
• Re: Running rich.....me too
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:47:05 -0700
  ...Fill the > engine with air from a compressor and squirt soapy water all over the place > (engine not running.) One thing to be carefull...