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• A/C
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 3 Apr 2010 20:59:23 -0400
  ...It is very strange as I have seen compressor oil for over 2 years around that hose and why they didn't fix it...
• Re: '79 Westy AC??
  Historical mailing list - William A. McKinley
  20 Sep 96 14:03:44 EDT
  ...the necessary reconditioning of the evaporator, condensor, and the new hoses, compressor, reciever/dryer, and misc. small parts. Needless to say, I decided to...
• Re: Sagging on one side - Westys
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Sat, 18 Oct 1997 16:40:16 -0800
  ...extra > weight. > > So, what would happen if I got a spring compressor and swapped the springs > left to right? The weaker left springs would...
• 87' engine questions
  Historical mailing list - Steve & Lauren
  Sun, 8 Nov 1998 01:40:33 -0000
  ...I find that it has a label under the A/C compressor mount stating " VW of Canada Remanufactured Engine code DH" which by all...
• Re: conversion
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 10 Aug 1999 14:36:24 -0400
  ...The ac compressor clears > nicely. The problem I have is the power steering pump. I am having > trouble finding a place to put it...
• 2.1L for sale
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Fri, 28 Jan 2000 07:06:12 -0600
  ...He is selling the complete 2.1L engine, including, ALL engine electronics, digitool, power steering, ac compressor, alternator, and the engine compartment cooling system...
• Re: Roof top Air conditioners
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 22 Mar 2002 13:46:16 -0600
  They work if the compressors are installed at the proper operating angle. On Fri, 22 Mar 2002 10:55:04 -0800 phil stanhope <napszeerf...
• Re: R12 or R134? (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - William Davidson
  Tue, 29 Jul 2003 12:30:46 -0600
  ...Unless you count the time the hose vibrated loose from the compressor and dumped all freon. I now make sure the fitting is tight...
• Re: A/C question: Ester Oil and R-12 do they mix?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 16:19:08 -0500
  ...I use a Mini York compressor and it only spins at 1650 RPMs at 75 mph. Stan Wilder www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From...
• Re: Belts
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Tue, 17 Aug 2004 15:23:50 -0700
  ...engine? WTF? Also one they said I needed was the AC >compressor belt, but I don't have AC? > >Am I missing something? They...
• This Electric AC dialogue
  Historical mailing list - Chris Dixon
  Fri, 1 Jul 2005 01:40:49 EDT
  ...This would beat the hell out of having to keep shoring up the regular AC for leaks, compressors, etc. Plus, I love the idea...
• Re: Mechanic had to pull transmission again, what would you do?
  Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 23:10:50 -0400
  ...My rebuilt compressor was 1/2 the price of his. He told me he would not warrenty the work with parts not from him...
• Re: URGENT: A/C dryer O-ring size
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Fri, 6 Jul 2018 19:26:22 +0200
  ...Unfortunately, rain etc exactly hit that hole and set the compressor under water: Blocked and crumbled. Luckily, no (fluid) water anywhere else. So hose...
• Re: Spark plug gap-Tire air!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:22:11 -0500
  ...I simply use a bicycle pump for my cars, and a small > > electric compressor (the sort sold at auto supply stores to carry in...
• Re: Electrolux Fridge or Compressor Fridge?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 26 Aug 2012 10:59:15 -0700
  That's quite possible. Somewhere in the Dometic pages I looked at, I recall seeing a highlight about insulation. Possibly somewhere in the "Brouchure...
• Re: How I spent my day off...
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:48:19 -0400
  ...the paint gun reservoir before trying to > paint > van. > Notice that compressor was too weak to power gun for more than 3 > minutes > BEFORE...
• A/C work question
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Thu, 13 May 2010 09:21:55 -0500
  ...Replaced the dryer Bought a vacuum pump and already had the gauges Hoping original compressor works, it spins freely and doesn't make any...
• Re: How to Test Compression in Out-of-Vehicle Engine?
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Wed, 7 Oct 1998 09:39:57 -0700
  ...DIYer ( do it yourselfer) to test the compression in an out-of- vehicle engine? Assume that I have a compressor, and a compression gauge. >>
• VW Turbo Diesel Engine On Ebay
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 26 May 2000 09:43:42 EDT
  ...has all the accessories on the engine like the A/C compressor, power steering pump, alternator and even a cruise control actuator. The bidding...
• Re: AC parts interchangability
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 21 Jun 2005 17:11:33 -0400
  ...This is a swap of heads.It is not a simple exchange of compressors I have never worked on a post 85 vanagon a...
• Outlaw parts Van the picture
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 6 Sep 2006 08:33:37 -0700
  ...Mostly diesel stuff.One piece is the A/C bracket for a Ghia compressor. Also,the before and after of the service valves for...
• searching archives
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:59:25 -0400
  ...My van started idling rough and dying a couple of months ago right after fixing the a/c compressor and recharging the system. I...
• Re: Need a/c hose for 87 Westy Gl
  Historical mailing list - PAT
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 14:11:03 -0400
  ...You can sense the high >pressure building up, the compressor starts complaining by vibrating the >whole van. > >Darrell Boehler >Makanda Illinois > > > > >-----Original Message----- >From...
• Re: A/C Repairs -- Get Out the Vaseline
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Mon, 30 Apr 2007 16:18:39 -0500
  ...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 flush?
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Mon, 18 May 2015 20:53:03 -0700
  ...do the trick? When I bought my van > there was no compressor and the line ends were not sealed in any way. So > who...
• RE: '86 Syncro front shocks/rotors - Replacement Report
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 15 Jul 1996 13:18:28 -0700
  ...The only special tool I used was the spring compressor.
• Dometic Improvements
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 22:23:40 -0500
  ...This is analagous to putting a more powerful compressor on a typical AC. Has anybody tried "hopping up" the heater? Cheers! Marshall Ruskin 84...
• a.c. removal
  Historical mailing list - Seth Bruggeman
  Mon, 12 Jun 2000 19:09:28 -0700
  ...is a closed unit in that aside from a single (i think) wire going to the compressor and obviously the belt to the crank...
• Re: AUX AC
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 13 Jul 2006 01:11:40 -0400
  A window AC unit draws the most power when the compressor kicks in. I don't think you'd get many hours out of...
• Re: A/C shop in CA?
  Historical mailing list - James V
  Fri, 30 Jun 2006 23:24:21 -0700
  ...I think the price DIFFERENCE alone between using aftermarket parts and "genuine" was, like $400 - and it was mainly just a compressor and expansion...
• Re: Is this the cause of my engine compression problem?
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sun, 17 Jun 2007 22:34:25 -0700
  --- Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > If you plan on doing your own repairs, a 2HP compressor becomes a > necessity. Blowing off parts and...
• Re: will a poptop fit inside a GL?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 25 Oct 2007 14:36:34 -0600
  ...The > plastic panels > that hide the A/C lines to the compressor in the rear are out so > it's as > wide as the...
• Re: AC pressure problem solved!
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sat, 11 Sep 1999 15:07:26 EDT
  ...The fan it turned on anytime the AC compressor is running. The high side pressure switch just turns the AC Compressor off if the...
• Re: Advance Auto AC recharge kit
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Brobst
  Mon, 7 Jul 2003 06:59:05 -0400
  ...On my 91 I only changed the one on the back of the compressor. I couldn't find the other one and was too...
• Re: WTB: inline4 powersteering bracket
  Historical mailing list - Arlen & Edie
  Mon, 2 Jul 2001 12:32:31 -0700
  ...This mounting plate has the provisions for mounting the AC compressor, the alternator and the PS pump. I don't need a lot for...
• Re: Removing AC - should I remove refrigerant
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Fri, 10 Nov 2023 09:45:04 -0500
  ...bursts after topping up refrigerant. > > Since I'll be removing the compressor etc, I was wondering if I should > > visit a shop to have...
• Traveling Tool Kit?
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sat, 4 Jul 2015 11:59:49 -0700
  ...road safety items, flares, jumper cables, etc. * My trusty 12v air compressor I have one kit that I transfer between different vehicles. If I...
• Re: Scored brand new Behr AC but missing switches
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 16 May 2010 21:44:32 -0500
  ...Either fan switched on runs >> the >> compressor. >> >> Dennis >> >
• Re: FI harness help needed
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:35:02 -0400
  ...The white/green is there to connect the A/C > compressor clutch signal to the idle control unit so it knows when to > speed...
• A/C problem
  Historical mailing list - Graham Mingst
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 09:34:31 -0400
  ...Is there a filter in the system that may be clogged? Is my compressor shot? I could see movement on the sight glass so...
• How intimidating can it be?
  Historical mailing list - Barry Mercer
  Sun, 21 May 2000 10:02:34 -0400
  ...I will attempt to do this but what should I be watching for? Do I need the spring compressors for the front shocks ? How...
• Re: Alternative way of reinstalling cylinder liner
  Historical mailing list - zolo
  Wed, 31 Mar 2004 09:07:13 -0800
  Yes, I bought a ring compressor from a Snap on dealer for about $15 that is able to hold the rings in position behind...
• Re: Cooling System Pressure Testing - make your own tool CHEAP!
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:07:19 -0300
  ...uh, I mean value driven like me, you can gut a used cap to remove the valving and attach an air compressor or hand...
• Re: Elemental Mods Report
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 5 May 2008 13:21:28 -0700
  ...With the older ones you can get > too low on refrigerant and the compressor will still run. > > Mike > '84 GL 7 pass w/AC...
• Re: '86 Westy A/C Problem
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:39:09 -0500
  ...With those, you can run the compressor even when there is no refrigerant in the system ... which isn't at all good for the...
• Re: Spark plug gap-Tire air!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 10 Mar 2012 14:04:39 -0600
  ...I simply use a bicycle pump for my cars, and a small electric compressor (the sort sold at auto supply stores to carry in...
• Re: To compress or to remove wrist pin - A Poll
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:17:11 -0300
  ...Removing the cylinders, leaving the pistons and trying to >>> finagle >>> a >>> band ring compressor on to reinstall the cylinders. >>> >>> I have good info on...
• Re: Purpose of the ports on this AC hose?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:48:47 -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...
• Re: Looking at a used Carat needs your advice
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 May 2003 12:32:11 -0400
  ...The front are fine. > > A/C: > On the compressor he said the air was working fine all last summer but all of > sudden the...
• heating project..
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 19 Apr 2017 08:56:02 -0700
  ...He doesn't need A/C so he removes the compressor but leaving the A/C condenser and blower in place. The front under...
• Re: Propane and refrigerator success
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 28 Jun 2015 08:18:22 -0700
  ...I've had 4 different campers with Dometic fridges and a couple of Norcolds (12v/110v) I didn't use the 12v compressor fridges...
• '81 air conditioner
  Historical mailing list - bill
  Sat, 05 Apr 1997 00:39:06 -0700
  ...I understand from the PO that there is something wrong with it, probably with the compressor. Anyway, is there anything special I need to...
• Re: Westfalia Pop Top Question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 12 Jul 1999 14:19:01 -0700
  ...Not too difficult a job, but you do need a good quality paint sprayer and compressor (not to mention neighbors who are not too...
• A/C, cold stall, digitool readings
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Mon, 28 Aug 2000 13:09:06 -0700
  ...okay When A/C compressor turns on radiator fan then AFM goes to 1.75- 1.80 and the rpm DROPS to 800 or...
• Re: R-134a and lube amounts... PLEASE HELP!
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Thu, 4 Jul 2002 09:35:00 EDT
  ...I have >an 86 >Westy with the Sanden 508 compressor. I'd really appreciate any advice! > >Thanks, > >Barry > >Madison, WI
• Re: Advice Needed on Buying Used 2.1L Engine...
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sat, 7 Jun 2003 14:23:31 -0400
  ...This includes extras > (alternator, distributer...everything but the AC > Compressor.) > > What does List think? Fair deal? > > All input appreciated.... > > Kevin > > > __________________________________ > Do you Yahoo!? > Yahoo...
• Looking for A/C System
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Mon, 21 Jul 2003 13:01:15 -0700
  ...out for. - Refrigeration fluid recommendation. - Aftermarket A/C providers. - Types of compressors recommendations. - Anyone selling/parting out their A/C system. I live in...
• Re: AC report, trip report
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 5 Jun 2005 13:44:12 -0500
  ...This will happen with the engine being loaded with running the compressor. Not an uncommon happening. << the AC felt great and I had no...
• Re: Free battery and Fridge For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Thor Svenson
  Mon, 30 Jul 2007 10:25:38 -0400
  ...it's a compressor fridge not absorption, so doesn't use a heating element which draw a lot of power. this guy has one...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 11:01:04 -0800
  ...2/K Digital input from AC compressor > > high when AC compressor is on > > low when AC compressor is off > > > > 17/1 Analog input from...