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• Re: The dreaded AFM adjustment screw
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Fri, 16 Feb 2007 15:25:22 -0500
  ...If you don't have an air compressor, just ask your wife or girlfriend to sit there and blow on it for a half...
• Re: Bit o' stopped Rust
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 31 Mar 2009 18:49:15 -0500
  ...gravity feed spray > gun and a matching compressor; �it is important to make sure the compressor > can deliver the kind of airflow that the...
• Re: AC ON / High idle problem
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Sat, 14 Apr 2007 17:16:24 -0400
  ...On top of the > compressor is a wire, yellow/black I think, not sure, but anyways that > wire goes to the ICU and it...
• Re: Never Under Estimate Your Ground Straps!
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 16:35:52 -0500
  ...Once I got the compressor out of the > engine compartment, > I was able to get a clear look at my engine block to > chassis...
• Re: A/C Talk
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Wed, 11 Apr 2012 20:19:10 +0000
  ...can be used for the ground. > Mostl any good AC shop can hook up the system to the Ferd compressor once > they have the...
• Re: Friday: Need help with Jetta, final request
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:34:54 -0500
  ...Nothing at all. > > I have removed or loosened every nut and bolt on the alternator, > compressor and PS pump that I can find. Alternator...
• Re: PS Pump switch high idle question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 4 Jan 2017 03:43:45 +0000
  ...There is also an input for the AC compressor clutch. The idle controller looks at engine speed, temperature, and those other inputs and then...
• Re: Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 2 Sep 2011 10:45:20 -0700
  This has been my experience searching eBay and the like for a deal on a suitable AC/DC compressor fridge. Oddly enough, searching now...
• RE: Speed and some minor things
  Historical mailing list - Dan Soiney
  Tue, 7 May 1996 14:00:13 -0500
  ...Any clues? This plug maost likely is a german power plug, originally (i think) for = some sort of space saving tire/compressor setup. It...
• Subject: Re: Dometic refrigerator cooling mystery, '89 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Scott LeGear
  Mon, 20 Aug 2001 12:39:27 -0700
  ...Dometic refrigerator cooling mystery, '89 Westy >This system (ammonia/hydrogen/H2O continuous absorption type) is not like a regular freon/compressor type refrigerator, so...
• Re: High Idle, Setting the timing
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 29 Jan 2002 20:00:39 -0600
  ...2) The ISV kicks up > >the engine idle rpm to 1200/1300 rpm when the AC is on to prevent the > >compressor load from...
• Re: New exhaust install
  Historical mailing list - Richard Brassaw
  Mon, 7 Apr 2003 09:08:40 -0700
  ...Not a dremel tool,a air compressor powered cut off tool, when the nuts get rounded and can't be taken off, cut them...
• Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 22 Aug 2015 20:09:38 -0400
  ...If you use the AC the fan will run for the compressor anyway. If in this situation the radiator switch calls for the fan...
• Re: refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 22 Jun 2017 21:24:59 +0000
  ...Yrs, d On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 2:26 PM, David McNeely <davmcneely40@gmail.com> wrote: > I do have a small compressor that...
• Re: throttle valve cable spring installation
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Tue, 22 Oct 2002 13:07:20 -0400
  ...other. > > > > I think that what I need is a mini-spring compressor. However, I > > have > > not been able to find one and I'm...
• Re: Jump starting without opening battery compartment?
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Markett
  Tue, 16 Feb 2016 11:35:30 -0800
  ...useful to carry Schumacher Electric - Portable Jump Starter with the air compressor. If you buy the Cig-Lighter-Plug-Cable you can recharge your...
• Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
  Wed, 21 May 1997 19:40:34 -0400
  ...Mine has a Norcold compressor driven fridge. It runs from 120 or 12 volts (NOT propane) and will run for several days from the...
• Re: Head Gasket Project
  Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
  Sat, 18 Jul 1998 23:36:19 -0400
  ...I painted the engine flat black, and the >removable parts like the A/C compressor, PS pump, alternator and any >brackets - flat aluminum. I...
• Re: A/C hose
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Wed, 31 Jul 2002 16:39:53 -0400
  ...I am in need of the low pressure hose from the compressor onwards. > I can't find a place to make a A/C...
• Re: A/C Units
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 09:57:14 -0400
  ...number to be sure and get the right "head" on the compressor). The proper part number is 7411. We have these units new for...
• Re: front shock replacement
  Historical mailing list - Matt Faust
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 18:18:50 -0800
  ...You do NOT need a spring compressor, you don't even have to touch the springs. It was easier on my '84 since it...
• Re: Any Used Valagon 2.1L engines available
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Wed, 25 Jan 2006 05:06:57 -0800
  ...I'm keeping the compressor and alternator for daughter's van. Also has exhaust to muffler in good shape. Hall sender broke during extraction...
• Re: More 2.1L coolant system woes (long)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 30 Dec 2004 19:01:16 -0500
  ...I then added a hose from the cap to > > my air compressor. This can easily over pressure the system, so you have > > to be...
• Re: A/C - Freon to R134 conversion
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 28 Jun 2005 18:33:35 -0500
  ...I replace the seal in my compressor for $15.00. Bought ester oil for the compressor for $6.00 for 6 oz. and bought...
• Re: Gas tank out. How to remove debris from tank? (searched)
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Fri, 22 Feb 2008 17:35:45 +0000
  ...I bought three compressors from sears On the west side of my shop I set one running it's hose through the wall, into...
• Re: 87 Vanagon hesitation continues
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Mon, 10 Aug 1998 08:14:49 -0500
  ...With O2 sensor unhooked from the computer the engine will >accelerate fine under load (AC compressor on).With the sensor hooked up >the engine...
• Re: A/C to be or not to be
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Thu, 13 Jan 2000 15:43:55 +0100
  ...I removed the AC > compressor and bracket...even got a few $ for the bracket. You'll need a 6mm > hex socket with extender to...
• Re: Vanagon a/c and associated miseries.
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Thu, 20 Jul 2006 08:28:53 -0700
  ...I got a new compressor & drier from the Bus Depot, then had the mechanic I use for the big stuff on the van (engine...
• Camper gear bargains, was: Re: Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 2 Sep 2011 12:49:03 -0700
  ...eBay story: > > About two years ago I started looking for a compressor fridge when I > found one on eBay for $250 in Florida. Not...
• Re: replacing hoses on oil cooler
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 9 May 2011 23:45:22 -0400
  ...do it? Any other critical tips? Is it worth (or necessary) dismounting the AC compressor to get some access from the top? Thanks, Edward
• Misc Vanagon parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Tim McDermott
  Mon, 15 Apr 1996 12:11:46 -0400
  ...Headlight assemblies, air conditioner compressor. Front and rear wiper motors. Front disk brake (complete). Computer. There may be other parts that I can't...
• P/S Switch
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Thu, 28 Sep 2000 10:26:10 -0400
  ...It looks to me like it picks up 12V when the compressor is on and the power steering switch closes when the wheel is...
• Re: Fuel Injectors
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Nov 2000 11:05:11 EST
  ...Fuel Injectors Fuel Pressure Regulator Alternator Power Steering Pump (if you have this) Air Conditioning compressor (if you have this) 2.1l muffler and...
• Re: [Syncro] air suspension group purchase - FREE SHIPPING!!!
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Wed, 6 Dec 2000 07:53:42 EST
  ...Definitely worth purchasing, with or >> without the compressor. > >Ron, >what would be the advantage of having these if I already have Steve's >springs...
• Re: air conditioning for germany
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sun, 2 Feb 2003 21:13:42 EST
  ...The problem in my opinion is finding a bracket for the AC compressor. It would seem the turbodiesels do not have a suitable bracket...
• Re: Trip Report: Westywoman has risen again!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 26 Jul 2009 17:02:54 -0700
  ...I can't say for sure than an 84 vanagon lacks such a pressure switch, but I have for sure seen a damaged compressor...
• Re: High idle w. A/C on... please help
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 17 Oct 2014 21:36:42 +0000
  ...Is your AC connected and working? Belt connected on the A/C compressor? From: "Dan N" < dn92610@GMAIL.COM > To: "List, Vanagon" < vanagon@GERRY...
• new to list - '86 Vanagon GL
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Mon, 3 Apr 2000 00:27:05 -0500
  ...2) A/C compressor is locked up and the clutch blown... what should one expect to pay for replacement parts? labor is free (we...
• Re: Removing A/C high pressure hose from Westy Camper
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Thu, 8 Jun 2000 10:48:48 -0700
  ...The new stuff would also require changing the compressor $$. So I opted for the ozone depleting r12 stuff. It has been flawless ever since...
• syncro front shocks
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 11 Jul 1996 18:51:20 -0700
  ...Have any of you syncronauts done this before? Bentley calls out several special tools for the procedure including a spring compressor. I figure I...
• Re: A/C Hoses
  Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
  Sat, 17 Jun 2000 14:59:27 -0400
  ...The hose that runs from the compressor to the condenser, does anyone know of a aftermarket source? This is the one that runs the...
• Re: Wanted
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 18:47:48 -0700
  ...crankshaft pulley, water pump pulley, alternator pulley, >tensioner, and belt. > >Also seeking information on alternator/compressor >bracket for Vanagon that will allow clearance of...
• Re: FS Behind the Dash Air Conditioning System
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Nov 2002 15:34:54 EST
  ...bay but will need three feet of extension > hose with your compressor pressure fittings. > http://www.williamwareagency.com/forsale/stanvan/acsys1.jpg > http://www...
• Re: Elemental Mods Report
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sat, 3 May 2008 20:19:28 -0700
  What year and model is your Vanagon? Vanagons have an automatic shutoff for the AC compressor whenever the radiator gets too hot. It is...
• Re: AC High Side - line leak - rubber hose
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:45:15 -0400
  ...wrote: > My 84 Westy has a leak in the AC line, (high side) in the rubber hose, about > 12 inches from the compressor, beyond...
• Re: Drop in R-12 replacement...
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cutchen
  Mon, 26 Jun 1995 11:42:27 -0600
  ...A 1984 Buick Century had a DA-6 compressor fail. The tear down of the compressor revealed the thin Teflon piston rings had broken...
• Re: Buzzing from Fuse/Relay area after getting A/C fixed
  Historical mailing list - Mbob1950
  Sun, 16 Jul 2017 23:07:10 -0500
  ...Zero mile rebuilt motor had an A/C compressor on it, but that was not at zero miles so unknown miles on the compressor...
• Re: After-market Alt. belts?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 15 Aug 2005 08:54:09 -0500
  ...I have some V belts on shop fans and compressors that are 25 years old but they're going to leave me stranded in...
• Re: A/C trouble... please help
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 17 Feb 2016 15:52:20 -0500
  ...and the clutch NOt engaging.. > - there's no power to the compressor > > in fact there's NO power to the A/C relay > > aargh...
• Re: RELIABLE Air Conditioning!
  Historical mailing list - PSD
  Sun, 17 May 2015 23:27:26 -0400
  ...He cleaned up the wiring, gaskets, and replaced the compressor and drier, among other things. I had to have a new hose built with...
• Re: TECH SERVC. BULL.?
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 20:55:54 -0500
  ...This puts it is the way of the A/C compressor belt when there is occasional slack in the belt. I am looking for...
• Re: 85 Westy drive belt
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 23 Aug 1999 09:25:09 EDT
  ...The only belts it has are for the water pump/alternator, AC compressor, and power steering (if you have these latter two options). All...
• Waterpump replacement on '84 Westy 1.9L: 2 Questions
  Historical mailing list - Leslie Shiaman
  Thu, 31 May 2001 17:46:02 -0700
  ...doing this job if the van has a/c? Does the compressor need to be removed, or do we just work around it? Thanks...
• Re: AC no work
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 27 Jul 2002 12:06:51 -0600
  ...Now for an easy fix,you can disconnect the hoses from the compressor,and pour some alcohol into first the low pressure side, and...
• Re: Good Used Parts-'87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 12 Aug 2003 08:05:42 EDT
  ...Just turning on sand blaster and waiting for compressor to build pressure takes 10 minutes. By the end of the day, BenT pocket is...
• Re: '87 GL AC
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 27 Jul 2005 16:52:03 -0400
  ...First, with your compressor now charged up, it has a load on the engine. You can actually feel this when the a/c is...
• Re: R 134 charging
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Fri, 8 Apr 2005 10:10:16 -0500
  ...Ken, Yes, you are correct on getiing the initial charge into the system to over ride the low pressure switch to get the compressor...
• Re: Battery usage shouldn't be our style.
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sun, 6 Aug 2006 16:45:19 -0700
  ...panel that I'm looking at to run a top loading (compressor type) fridge (more energy efficient than front loading fridges). Too bad that...
• Parts available for sale
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Tue, 25 Oct 2016 14:03:24 -0400
  ...Koni shocks (brand new) Carat springs (lowers any vanagon) Syncro springs (stock, ~30,000 miles on them) Ac compressors. Rear blower motors. Dash components...
• Re: New water pump install video for 1.9
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Mon, 31 Mar 2014 12:28:01 +0000
  ...I did not have to remove my a/c compressor, just had to loosen it and move it a little. I think that lower...