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  • '85 GL FS, SF Bay Area
    Historical mailing list - Don Kane
    Wed, 7 Jul 1999 15:35:33 -0700
    ...Air Conditioning, but when I bought it the compressor was not on the engine. I have the compressor, but never installed it, as air...
  • Re: uhh... changing upper control arm bushings?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Mon, 22 Aug 2005 22:33:11 -0700
    ...removing the PS pump to get at the AC compressor, and the AC compressor bracket had to be unbolted (one bracket bolt being in...
  • Re: Removing A/C Unit?
    Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
    Fri, 2 Aug 2002 13:31:17 -0400
    ...Disconnect the A/C lines at the compressor and at the receiver dryer (in the left rear wheelwell) and remove them. Remove power cable...
  • Re: AC servicing woes
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 5 Aug 2016 21:19:55 -0500
    ...Once the link was installed, the compressor kicked right in when the engine was running and the AC switch turn on. That's been...
  • Re: AC High Side - line leak - rubber hose
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:54:30 -0400
    Keith, new compressors have a shelf life of 18 months and then they may start to leak from the shaft seal.You may need...
  • Re: Substitute for the RM182B
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 14 Aug 2012 09:30:48 -0500
    ...Substitute for the RM182B > | > |Top loaders are more efficient than a front loader using the > |same or similar compressor etc.? If so, how? > | > |I...
  • Re: How to do a coolant flush? 2.1L Auto 88
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:26:54 -0400
    ...How is everyone doing it? >> >> One person suggested using an air compressor to blow the remaining >> coolant out of the lines. >> >> Most of the...
  • FW: FS: 2.5L Subaru conversion kit
    Historical mailing list - Meiborg, John R
    Sat, 23 May 1998 06:55:10 -0700
    ...mass air flow meter to O2 > sensors! (ECU, alt., A/C compressor, pwr steering pump, cruise > control, all brackets and motor mounts, complete wiring...
  • 85 Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Carl Moller
    Wed, 4 Apr 2001 18:53:37 -0400
    ...immaculate interior no cracking anywhere, A/C but not working possible compressor or just outta juice, great newer stereo, new popup screen and popup...
  • Need help .....cylinders and heads on 1.9 l engine
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
    Fri, 31 Aug 2001 15:43:43 -0400
    ...of the water jacket, thus leaving zero room for a ring compressor.............. Who has been able to work around this? I would love to...
  • FS: 1.9L Engine (non-running)
    Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
    Sun, 27 Jan 2002 20:19:42 -0500
    ...This includes everything that is attached to the engine except for the AC compressor and engine mount. I did a conversion and no longer...
  • Rare model seen? True dual A/C
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 4 May 2002 16:30:12 -0700
    ...Both units shared the same compressor and condenser. Does anyone on the list have this same setup? If so I would like to hear...
  • Re: Dual A/C in Westies
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 12 Oct 1996 14:09:44 -0400
    ...to control the front unit.I spliced in the low side line back to the compressor w/ a tee and high side to the...
  • Re: A/C Repairs -- Get Out the Vaseline
    Historical mailing list - mike .
    Mon, 30 Apr 2007 14:10:01 -0700
    ...Their > verdict: (1) compressor is shot, (2) two long hoses (total about 30') from > front of van to A/C are leaking and need...
  • Re: A/C hose
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Mon, 19 May 2014 20:12:08 -0700
    ...A/C hose > > > Hi All, > > Need some help with an A/C hose. > > The high pressure hose from my A/C compressor to the...
  • Re: The Thompson Coupling
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Mon, 3 Dec 2007 23:31:09 -0500
    ...I think of this in the same line as the evolution from ammonia style refrigerators to compressor style. The compressor style is more complicated...
  • Re: A/C
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
    Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:49:52 -0400
    ...It >> leaked down so the compressor won't start. >> Rick >> > > > -- > Thanks, > Ken Wilford > John 3:16 > www.vanagain.com >
  • Re: Vitrifrigo/Truck Fridge power usage
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sun, 18 Sep 2011 22:00:17 -0700
    ...I got rid of the Norcold > because when the compressor kicked in -- every 10 minutes -- it rattled > everything in the van. Sounded like a...
  • Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
    Historical mailing list - Paul Bingman
    Sun, 26 Dec 2010 19:53:22 -0800
    ...the questions to you all are - > - Where to rent the spring compressors in Portland, OR or > - What's the best shop for the job...
  • 1986 Vanagon for sale (amended)
    Historical mailing list - Michael Harris
    Wed, 16 Jul 1997 09:41:49 -0700
    ...I changed the AC compressor & receiver/dryer about 10 months ago and had the system recharged with freon. Coolant has been changed annually. The...
  • Re: Limited Vanagon content: using reverse running transaxles
    Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
    Mon, 23 Nov 1998 19:08:24 -0600
    ...Any thoughts on this? The AC compressor won't care which direction it's spun. The alternator just needs a new fan. The PS...
  • AC parts for sale/giveaway '86 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
    Mon, 30 Apr 2001 19:53:37 -0500
    ...The compressor and hoses are shot, I'm sure. I'm converting the overhead space to storage, so the plastic ventwork and all that...
  • Re: Spare Parts List - Input
    Historical mailing list - Rich Blake
    Wed, 28 Aug 2002 21:02:11 -0700
    ...I also have a very small 12V air compressor. Rich Blake >Why not just do the dummy things: >1) Fuel Filter >2) Alternator Belt...
  • Re: Any interest in '87 Syncro for $1500
    Historical mailing list - westydriver
    Fri, 8 Nov 2002 12:40:48 -0700
    ...A/C >>> (no compressor) Power Steering Dark Grey Exterior and >
  • A/C not blowing cold
    Historical mailing list - Debra Clark
    Mon, 21 Jul 2003 12:32:46 -0700
    ...Am I wrong? Where is the low side connector? Also, if it's not refrigerant, what are the likely problem areas? The compressor doesn...
  • R12 or R134?
    Historical mailing list - Mike D.
    Tue, 29 Jul 2003 08:41:13 -0700
    ...It sounds like the compressor engages, but when I tested the valves there was no R12 pressure at all. So my theory is that...
  • Re: AC concerns
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Thu, 17 Jun 2004 09:27:38 -0400
    ...Also, I posted a link a while back to an A/C compressor manufacturer's site. They did testing and found material compatibility problems...
  • Some A/C Upgrades
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Fri, 6 Aug 2004 15:35:07 -0700
    ...The only question would be is how well does the compressor work using R134 vs. R12. Robert With slowly nonfunctioning A/C. :(
  • Question RE installing late radiator into 83 diesel
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 27 Jul 2005 12:03:45 -0500
    As part of my diesel westy TD conversion, I have already mounted the compressor in the car with the engine. I found a Behr...
  • Re: Avoid freeze 12!
    Historical mailing list - don spence
    Tue, 4 Jul 2006 10:36:53 -0600
    ...So I just keep charging > it and one of these days I'll cough up the $$$ for > a new compressor, evaporator and whatever else...
  • Re: Cooling System Pressure Testing - make your own tool
    Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
    Fri, 30 Mar 2007 22:10:44 -0300
    Hi Nate, I found that tank valve in the air compressor section of Princess Auto. I think you might be able to find it...
  • Re: Real 110v AC power off of the engine ?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sun, 30 Sep 2007 16:11:39 -0700
    ...vehiclepower.com/MEP02.htm > > Perhaps mount the unit where the AC compressor would go (assuming you > don't have working air conditioning in your...
  • Re: Need AC chart expected measurements...
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:00:28 -0700
    ...I've replaced the compressor, expansion valve and the receiver/dryer and several gaskets all to have the system still leak out. What else...
  • Re: Portable Air Conditioner aka hybrid electric vehicle continued - live and learn
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Fri, 1 Jul 2005 09:53:47 -0700
    ...A rotary dial knob manual for the evap sensor is just a thermostat with full counter clock turns off the compressor completely. With the...
  • Re: Purpose of the ports on this AC hose?
    Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
    Tue, 24 Jul 2012 18:00:45 -0400
    ...With so many components new (compressor, dryer, other hoses, condensor in the front of the van, converted to 134a with conversion kit) EXCEPT that...
  • A/C problems
    Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
    Wed, 19 Nov 2014 10:10:15 -0600
    ...I have a 87 Westy with a FAS Gen V engine with a new compressor, lines, etc. When I started to lose pressure I...
  • Re: Minimum tire pressure?
    Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
    Sat, 2 Jul 2011 16:04:57 -0600
    ...The Park Service signs recommend 15 lbs; they thoughtfully have a big compressor at the point you exit to pavement. Richard
  • Re: FYI, Syncro FS in Northern Ohio
    Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
    Wed, 9 Dec 2009 22:19:47 -0500
    ...wrote: > "Dual air needs clutch" > Wouldn't that be the AC compressor clutch? > > Dave > > On Wed, Dec 9, 2009 at 7:50 PM, Greg...
  • Re: AC Charge Question
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Sat, 30 Jun 2001 18:56:22 -0700
    ...They also replaced the compressor, but I don't know if it has a smaller pulley or not. You need to go by pressure...
  • How to remove upper ball joint???
    Historical mailing list - Jutta & Christian Knust
    Sun, 16 Sep 2001 07:24:16 +0200
    ...Do I need a spring compressor to do this? What happens if I just remove the bolts of the upper ball joint with all...
  • Kudos to Les Schwab!!
    Historical mailing list - Mike & Shari
    Fri, 23 Nov 2001 23:18:07 -0800
    ...Anyway, when I got back down to town I had a flat tire, used my 12V compressor to shoot a little air in it...
  • Re: off with her heads
    Historical mailing list - Michael
    Fri, 18 Oct 2013 22:18:47 -0400
    ...Mark > > > Alistair Bell wrote: >> I did it with a cut down compressor. Slim so it still could fit between cylinders and block. >> >> Was a...
  • Re: Where is The Heat Going?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:45:36 -0700
    ...You are definitely neglecting the heat > given off by the motor and (friction in the) compressor. Do you have a > citation stating efficiencies of...
  • Re: A/C info on 85 front mount Update
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Sat, 3 Jul 2010 00:04:28 -0700
    ...Have the same AC in my '84 which is connected to the Subie compressor. Otherwise, it's the same as the one in your...
  • Re: Vitrfrigio install report
    Historical mailing list - Troy
    Mon, 27 Jul 2009 13:24:44 -0800
    ...Vitrfrigio install report > Uh, if the compressor doesn't need to cycle, why would you expect the > fridge to consume 1 amp an hour...
  • Re: off with her heads
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
    Fri, 18 Oct 2013 21:06:03 -0700
    ...I just use an ordinary piston ring compressor, the kind you'd use on a V-8 chevy say. I still have the air...
  • Re: compressing piston rings in engine
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Tue, 10 Dec 2013 08:29:44 -0600
    ...top, bottom, side? >> The >>>>> bottom seems to nearly work. >>>>> >>>>> 2) Even if I were to get the standard compressor to fit, how on >>>>> earth...
  • Re: 89 syncro westy ac fixed (correctly this time)
    Historical mailing list - Heath Vogt
    Tue, 5 Sep 2000 09:08:18 EDT
    ...1) The high side would NEVER be high because the compressor could not get the necessary R12 vapor quantity due to the blockage. 2...
  • Re: Air Conditioner Question
    Historical mailing list - Robert Dalton
    Fri, 22 Feb 2002 20:08:35 -0800
    ...I > replaced the > > reciever-drier , emptied the old oil out of the > compressor, replaced it > > with ester oil. I put in new O-rings...
  • AC Blower problem
    Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
    Sun, 20 Jul 2008 12:23:39 -0700
    ...fuse from the 2 lower speeds. > This fuse also powers the compressor clutch and the radiator fan low > speed when A/C is on...
  • Re: Building a Shop
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Sun, 15 Mar 2015 10:25:46 -0700
    a compressor, portable halogen light, space heater .. and.. music... boombox etc etc ... and yeah a fridge for beverage and snacks.... ohhh and a RPT...
  • Re: Is there a clever way to test your compression tester?
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Sun, 2 Jun 2013 13:34:51 -0500
    ...thinking that hooking up your tester via adapters to an air compressor line that had a gauged regulator might help at least for ranges...
  • Re: Belt guard for AC compressor
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:03:50 -0700
    I spotted 4 in a box just a week ago, NOS at my buddy's house. He didn't know what they were and...
  • Vanagon a/c repair
    Historical mailing list - Jaime Forero
    Fri, 27 May 2011 15:47:17 -0500
    ...I had new hoses made, new dryer, we will most likely get a new compressor for Freon 134. The ducting that runs along the...
  • Atlanta Bus Owners
    Historical mailing list - Scott Bogen
    Thu, 12 Oct 1995 22:32:22 -0500
    ...a valve adjust on my '77 westy, along with new points, compressor, timing, air filter this weekend. I am a little freaked about attempting...
  • woo-hoo
    Historical mailing list - Goodtms4u
    Sun, 3 May 1998 03:48:18 EDT
    ...I couldn't believe what I was seeing when I saw the a/c compressor, pwr steering pump, and realized she had a radiator...
  • RE-INSTALLING CYLINDERS?
    Historical mailing list - Russell O. Gunter
    Sat, 5 Dec 1998 09:28:52 EST
    ...crankshaft or the pistons from the rods? Is there a ring compressor (or has anyone improvised something) that will get into that small space...
  • R134 for campers?
    Historical mailing list - paul banks
    Wed, 14 Jul 1999 20:23:40 -0400
    I just had my A/C compressor changed by my mechanic. One thing he mentioned I found interesting. He is relectant to use the...
  • decided just to pull the tranny (please read if you are in the metro b'more/dc area)
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Fri, 27 Aug 1999 23:07:45 -0400
    ...the only tools that i request that someone bring are a cherry-picker, a air tank/compressor and any other tools that you think...
  • 89 syncro westy ac up and running
    Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
    Mon, 14 Aug 2000 19:04:40 -1000
    ...whadayathink? Anyway, looks like we have a good compressor. Mick Kalber Tropical Visions Video, Inc. 62 Halaulani Place Hilo, Hawaii 96720 ph. 808-935...