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• South Carolina 88 Wolfsburg FS
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 24 Apr 1997 19:19:50 -0500
  ...understand) Reman engine (12/96 <3,000 miles) Rebuilt Trans and Torque Converter/Oil Pump, Brakes, U Joints and Wheel Beariings. Daily Driver 200...
• Re: '84 Camper value
  Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
  Thu, 26 Nov 1998 08:32:26 -0600
  ...Based on having studied the torque and power curves, the 110 hp. 1.9 four cylinder version is the least powerful of that motor...
• Re: Wankels
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Mon, 12 Oct 1998 23:45:22 -0600
  ...They also report that rotaries are hotter, louder, less fuel efficient, and low on bottom-end torque. I've also heard that they have...
• Re: What's the correct torque here??
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 17 Jun 1999 00:11:15 -0400
  At 23:43 6/16/99 -0400, Todd Hill wrote: > synergx@IBM.NET writes: > ><< 14 lb. ft. does seem low for an 8mm, >> > >Don...
• Oil Filler Tube Needed Urgently!!
  Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
  Mon, 15 Nov 1999 17:11:36 -0600
  ...When it was torqued down the crack would spread. This has been the source of my leak. I am looking for the upper tube...
• Re: When can I get Wasserboxer power graphs?
  Historical mailing list - mike and shari
  Thu, 12 Apr 2001 21:40:57 -0700
  ...looking for the graphs showing the relation of RPM vs HP/Torque for the > 1.9L and 2.1L wasserboxers. Can anyone point me...
• 87 Lack of power
  Historical mailing list - Bess's Buddies
  Sun, 2 Dec 2001 18:09:00 -0800
  ...she has fine low end torque, and when not under load will rev up just dandy, but when she is under load, she won...
• Do head bolts have to be replaced?
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Sat, 3 Aug 2002 00:41:46 -0400
  ...When I tightened the head bolts to the correct torque, and then removed the tension, the bolts would untighten on their own. They would...
• Re: Sportsmobile Anonymous
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 20:36:15 -0700
  ...But > 21mpg with a > diesel, and torque 'til the cows come home--I mean I'm > seriously > tempted. Somebody help me before I do...
• r&r clutch master cylinder Q
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Mon, 16 May 2005 17:31:38 EDT
  ...is pretty vague on the process--simply offering an exploded view and the proper torque for reinstallation. Best, Jeff 83.5 Westy LA,CA
• Re: FYI.. oil drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 31 Aug 2017 10:05:14 -0700
  ...If the proper plug is used, > and the proper crush gasket is used, when the torque is applied, it will > crush the gasket to...
• Leaking Torque Converter Seal- Fixed
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 25 Mar 2010 22:13:13 -0400
  ...Leaking Torque Converter Seal > >It's leaking again. A few years ago it started leaking when I tried >to climb an extended grade in...
• Re: Head re-installation: two questions
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 16:49:15 -0700
  ...Install the injectors and torque them on a cold head. Some unfortunate DIY mechanics have discovered that hard way that you can break the...
• Re: VC Confusion
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 12 Jan 2004 22:43:51 -0500
  ...There is always some torque being applied to the front wheels. Now, for the so called engagement part, if the difference in shaft speeds...
• Re: 3.3 verses 4.3 ???
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 10:29:53 -0500
  ...190-195 hp @ 4400-4600 rpm >> Torque: 250-260 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm >> Applications: GMC Sierra/Chevrolet Silverado >> Chevrolet S-10/GMC Sonoma >> GMC...
• Re: Horsies
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Jul 95 10:14:39 EDT
  ...The real measure of acceleration is how the torque is distributed across the rpm spectrum -- somebody on this list recently put it very well...
• Re: Eurovan
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 2 Aug 1996 21:11:30 -0700
  ...Has to be gearing and torque (the EV has about the same, or more, torque than the 3.0L V-6 in the spousal...
• TDI Conversion Advice
  Historical mailing list - Michael D. Werner
  Wed, 10 May 2017 18:09:30 +0000
  ...issues, install experience and set up, fuel economy, maintenance schedule, power/torque, tuning, lessons learned) I am considering a TDI as a potential option...
• Re: Tool choice and source
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Mar 2014 23:35:20 -0400
  ...the length of the bar to come > up with the proper torque value and then did the "bounce" to line up the > cotter key.
• Harbor Freight 3/4" drive breaker bar?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 06:24:44 -0700
  ...ad copy says it is guaranteed for 750 ft/lbs of torque... Anyway, I broke another 1/2" drive (from Harbor Freight, actually) trying...
• Re: Gene Berg and wasserboxer performance
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Tue, 8 Oct 1996 00:05:43 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I'm thinking what I need first is > torque, not hp, and that could be just a stroker crank. Is this correct? >
• Re: Front heater problem
  Historical mailing list - Garth Woolstenhulme
  Wed, 1 Oct 1997 22:35:30 -0700
  ...What is the purpose for these break off bolts anyway--to achieve a correct torque value or tamper proof? Take care, Garth
• purchasing advice
  Historical mailing list - Chris Dyer
  Wed, 09 Jul 1997 17:46:49 -0700
  ...Looking to all for advice on what to look(out) for! I also wanna get info on h.p./torque, option packages, etc. or...
• Re: Used Diesel Vanagon Popularity in Europe?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Broomhead
  Sun, 24 May 1998 02:14:47 -0500
  Examine the statement and you get two possible outcomes: #1 diesels are gaining popularity, fuel prices, torque for steep streets, etc OR #2 the...
• Jetta tranny to Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Nock
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 21:10:08 -0800
  ...The difference appears to be the torque converter which you will not use. There is not question that the body and internal parts are...
• Re: Help with 93 EV. - Friday
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 25 Jul 2003 12:06:12 -0700
  ...VW retuned (or detuned) the engine for better torque, and less hp for the bigger vehicle. ---------------------- Clip -------------------- That sounds like to VW I know...
• Re: 3.3 verses 4.3 ?? or Honda 1.8
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Mon, 26 Jul 2004 21:44:15 EDT
  ...It's not 230 HP like the suby but respectable >for 1800 cc. >What are the HP and Torque specs on the VW 1...
• Re: Rotary engines
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 12 May 2004 22:21:32 -0600
  ...When you scroll down a bit you see the hp and torque #'s. Pretty impressive. Wonder more about having to change the output gearing...
• Re: Audi V8 install pics
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 21 Mar 2006 11:32:57 -0800
  ...Audi V8 install pics > > > http://www.members.shaw.ca/McTavishPac/V8/V8.html > wonder how that tranny is going to handle that much torque...
• Re: New 12 cyl. diesel transplant option
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Wed, 22 Mar 2006 17:30:57 -0800
  ...won't hold up under 5,608,312 lb/ft of torque. SA big brakes are also recommended. Cheers, Bruce motorbruce motorbruce@hotmail.com...
• Re: Rear axle torque specs?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 3 Jun 2015 19:38:02 -0700
  ...Rear axle torque specs? Really Stuart? Left for the Facebook because of discussion about vanagon details? So what's left to talk about? Trips...
• Re: Vanagon Head Leaking Around The Head Nut(S)
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 13 Apr 2014 16:42:13 -0700
  I would just remove the suspect nut and put fresh yellow stuff on it and torque it back into place. Make sure the inside...
• Re: Strange Auto Trans Behavior
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 22 May 2010 15:54:35 -0400
  ...Is there a chance that it's just the torque converter that >is bad? Afterall, all the gears seem to work when the trans...
• Re: Why go to big tires?
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:00:14 -0700
  ...Increasing tire diameter�lowers your effective torque at the road surface. Since we are SO torque limited to begin with, you may not want...
• Re: Engine assembly complete, it's in, it's dead? [T1]
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Sedgmen
  Tue, 14 May 96 16:56:13 EST
  ...I was a little frustrated the second time, so I temporarily torqued all the remaining head nuts up to 30 foot pounds when the...
• FW: auto trans
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 25 Jun 2005 10:51:29 -0700
  ...477) - $8.23 1 PISTON(010 323 217A) - $10.35 1 TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL(003 519 089D) - $5.65 1 DIFFERENTIAL PAN GASKET(090...
• Re: Vanagon Head Leaking Around The Head Nut(S)
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Sun, 13 Apr 2014 22:08:43 -1000
  ...I torque 'em to 37 ft lbs. 'more' is not better in this situation. it's really mickey mouse in a way ...you are...
• Re: more (interesting) questions about rhein rims
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Thu, 12 Aug 2004 13:26:49 -0700
  ...Hand torque them only and do not over tighten. You can get by this way almost indefinitely but I recommend you check them frequently...
• Re: I need help! I'm about to shoot the syncro
  Historical mailing list - mdstockr
  Sun, 16 Feb 97 14:34:59
  ...When you mount wheels to your bus, follow factory recommended torques when tightening the lugs. Over torquing will distort your disks or drums. Most...
• more VC obsession
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 2 Apr 2010 10:57:47 -0700
  ...misunderstanding and misinformation, this time about the hump state, or 100% torque transfer. If any of you have good argument pro/con, please let...
• Re: VANAGON digest 950
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 May 96 06:50 CDT
  ...Then try to apply exactly the same torque to both the vise-grips and the tool simultaneously. They'll come right out. If I...
• Vanagon Automatic Transmissions
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Jun 1997 13:36:09 -0500 (CDT)
  ...1-800-736-3550 I called them and they offer a NEW Vanagon Automatic with differential and torque convertor for $1,295.00 with...
• Re: Anyone know a good VW mechanic?
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Tue, 8 Jan 2002 17:54:30 -0700
  ...would like to have the heads in my 89 vanagon > re-torqued and I don't want a mechanic unfamiliar with vanagons touching my...
• Re: Ratio rockers was (dyno results from Boston Bobs) or true con
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Tue, 26 Feb 2002 08:50:36 -0800
  ...wasn't so darned expensive, had >200bhp and a nice flat torque curve, revved to 6500rpm, and was fairly easy to install compared to...
• 'Go Westy' Starter-gear reduction type
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sat, 4 May 2002 05:19:41 -0500
  ...Plus every now and then it seems like it doesn't have the torque to turn the engine over on a hot start. I...
• Re: Overheating Issues
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Mon, 9 Dec 2002 14:14:07 -0800
  ...My 1990 Carat is down for the winter with a blown torque converter seal...I'll have to fix it all at one time...
• Re: Rotary?
  Historical mailing list - P.Dooley
  Thu, 4 Dec 2003 12:54:20 -0500
  ...Don't make much torque where vanagon people need it, and very thirsty. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: Diesel starter for Kennedy adapter
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Wed, 18 Jul 2007 11:44:12 -0400
  ...They offer a high torque unit for $250. >Does anyone know what starter they actually use or is it something >custom? I've got...
• Oil Prssure Switch-Updated
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Mon, 1 Sep 2008 14:07:16 -0500
  ...Pulled out, annealed washer on adapter and re-installed and sheared off the switch in the adapter. ;<[ Couldn't fit the torque wrench in...
• Re: axle nut won't budge
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 14:21:26 -0400
  ...the designated groove and stand on it to produce the tightening torque. I heated the bar and offset it an inch or two where...
• Re: Diesel head gasket blown?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sat, 20 Sep 2003 15:09:22 -0400
  ...Been there, seen that. > Also, if you have the 12mm torque to yield bolts, they > don't give the maximum length of the stretched...
• Re: Adjusting 2nd Gear band in Auto Trans
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 9 Sep 2005 14:13:37 -0400
  ...I think this is because an inch/pound torque wrench is needed,and few have one.Sears has one for about $70. It does...
• Re: Raceware Exchange w/ Diesel Engine in Vanagon (Concluded)
  Historical mailing list - Milo
  Thu, 18 Oct 2001 13:19:19 -0500
  ...4.) Initially, torque the Raceware to 25 ft./lbs. 5.) After all ten Raceware studs are in place, torque (in Bently order) to 50...
• cost vs value
  Historical mailing list - THE SCHMIDTS
  Mon, 2 Sep 2002 13:42:18 -0700
  ...The majority drips down and off the bottom of the housing that contains the torque converter. I assume this is some sort of main...
• Re: redline (not the oil)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 10 Apr 2006 20:50:33 -0400
  ...As such, for its size, it is not a torque producer. Power is developed at speed. When accelerating quickly, I up-shift as the...
• Re: Tranny oil leak
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 10 Jun 2016 18:14:26 -0400
  ...I’ve removed the oil, used Loctite 518 to make a new gasket, torqued the bolt to 10 Nm. Waited 2 hours before filling...
• Re: Was Top Speed
  Historical mailing list - Mark M. Schirmer
  Tue, 12 Dec 1995 22:32:42 -0500 (EST)
  ...I love all the torque, though, which lets me go 83 even on a slight uphill. But, I've found optimum mpg at 53...
• Re: RPM
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 30 Jun 1997 15:17 -0600 (MDT)
  ...3800-3900 in my automatic nets me 65 MPH and finds me wishing for an overdrive - but the torque probably isn't there. -Blaine
• Re: Performance Exhaust for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 19:43:08 -0600
  > KENWILFY@AOL.COM wrote: >> >> It is a higher flow exhaust header than the stock setup >> (more flow = more hp and torque) and a turbo...
• Hot 2.1 conversion in SA
  Historical mailing list - Nigel Bennett
  Tue, 5 Sep 2000 09:44:27 +0200
  ...is an increase in power from 82kw(110hp)to 100kw(135hp). Torque supposedly jumps from 174Nm to 204Nm. Apparently the modifications are on the...