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• Re: -Now Engine Conversion - doing your own soobie wire harness
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:08:04 -0800
  ...No one can tell me that it wasn't a painful process to figure > out why my AC compressor was sizzling hot after I...
• 90 syncro for sale ... NY
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 20 May 96 22:30:11 CDT
  ...45000 A/C Compressor: 43700 Synchro Viscous Coupling: Replaced 3/96 ($4,000 Total bill! I paid $25 thanks to X/T Warranty!). Van...
• A/C Parts Supplier
  Historical mailing list - David Ian Utley
  Mon, 20 May 1996 13:37:01 -0500 (CDT)
  ...They do make rebuild kits for A/C Compressors on demand. I think they have lines available too. Auto Air of Oklahoma 405-235...
• Re: Idea for A/C and camping
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 19 Jun 1998 02:21:56 EDT
  ...The 120VAC electric motor rotating the compressor is completely seperate. Jim Davis
• Parts For Sale
  Historical mailing list - J Frank Hammontree
  Fri, 21 Aug 1998 16:25:13 -0400
  ...airbox, distributor, injectors, exhaust, cat, intake, hoses, everything. $450 -A/C compressor $35 -Bumper front, has small hairline crack in center, hard to see...
• Sightings!! Banner day for buses in Rochester!!
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Thu, 19 Aug 1999 16:18:04 -0500
  ...there abouts - Westy, cream and green (looked like a Sull-Air compressor with a pop-top), very good condition, orange warning triangle on the...
• Tore out my A/C stuff...
  Historical mailing list - Spooner, Robert E.
  Mon, 10 Mar 2003 06:35:49 -0600
  ...but I would take that out too for an interested buyer. Compressor is currently being used as a belt pulley, So I can't...
• Re: Another way to drain coolant
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Sat, 18 Oct 2008 12:37:36 -0400
  ...other one, now drain it into a bucket. > > THEN insert a compressor air spray nozzle into one of the hoses with a rag > to...
• Re: R12-R134a Retrofits
  Historical mailing list - Subject: Re: R12-R134a Retrofits
  Mon, 21 Mar 1994 19:25:13 GMT
  ...One of the things ICI noticed was that they had two compressor failures early in their fleet tests, but further examination revealed that the...
• Re: Idea for A/C and camping /F
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Fri, 19 Jun 1998 19:27:40 EDT
  ...I could see it being >done with >> a hermetic compressor/motor unit out of a window AC unit. This could >be >> plumbed in parallel...
• Re: Looking at a used Carat needs your advice
  Historical mailing list - Barry E. Muller
  Fri, 30 May 2003 08:05:33 -0400
  ...your feedback. > > The owner says the air conditioning system needs a compressor, is this > expensive to purchase? How expensive is the installation? > I dunno...
• Vanagon A/C and controls
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Mon, 31 May 2004 13:55:52 -0700
  ...button with an "ice crystal" icon on it that turns the compressor on and off regardless of the fan blowing over the evaporator. This...
• Re: removing air conditioner without spilling the freon
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Fri, 11 Mar 2016 08:15:04 -0800
  ...I just want to remove the compressor because it gets in the way of working on the left side of the engine. I also...
• Re: Anyone have a good rear heater core for sale?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 11 Dec 2013 11:40:35 -0800
  ...I put a Viair compressor and > a storage tank in there and there is still a lot of space for "other". > > Bob= >
• Re: Purchase price is just the down payment
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:53:44 +0000
  ...rubber seals replaced, I have the upgraded headlights, new a/c compressor, instrument cluster with tach and LED lighting. You go buy the one...
• Behr A/C Controls
  Historical mailing list - Jon Kanas
  Tue, 18 May 2010 13:11:09 -0600
  ...The second control is a rheostat (low-ohm) which "regulates" the temperature by cycling the compressor. 0-ohms = Maximum cold. Here's a link...
• Re: Radiator/Coolant Switch
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 19 Jul 1996 06:15:08 PST
  ...the engine turn the A/C temp switch up so the compressor clutch is disabled...If you need more cooling than this you have...
• Re: Stuck cylinder (Head gasket replacement)
  Historical mailing list - Don Record
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 07:03:46 EST
  ...To get the errant cylinder back into the case I ended up cutting the handles off my ring compressor and clamping them with a...
• Re: Removing rear brake drums?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sun, 28 Oct 2001 06:11:43 -0600
  ...Or get yourself an air compressor of adequate size, and a 3/4 impact, and remove them this way---much easier, and a couple...
• Re: Lowering kit?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Shiels
  Mon, 24 Dec 2001 19:48:10 -0500
  ...garage then I would either reinflate the tires (I have a compressor) or just put it on axle stands. It is a pain you...
• Re: No Start 83.5: Fuel pump test?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:44:38 -0700
  ...I have a compressor so can try blowing through the line > between the pump and the engine compartment. > > Any one suggest a suitable air...
• Re: Syncro rear shocks
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 17 Sep 1999 22:05:35 -0700
  ...The problem with the Syncro suspension is that you cannot get the compressors 180 degrees apart due to re-enforments being in the way...
• Re: 1991 Carat AC System servicing
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 30 Sep 2016 16:32:13 -0500
  ...Regards, John On Sep 7, 2016 22:19, "Dennis Haynes" <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote: > If you blew up an AC hose then the compressor...
• 83 Vanagon and parts for sale SW Ohio
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Fri, 2 Dec 2011 11:15:21 -0500
  ...http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1210363 There are a lot of extra parts such as rotors, master cylinders, AC compressors...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 16:02:31 -0800
  ...good news - the springs can be removed and replaced > without a > compressor. Get the van up on good stands - not ramps - and just pop...
• Re: Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list - sstones
  Sat, 4 Feb 1995 14:16:52 -0500 (EST)
  ...set is a good place to start, but you're gonna need feeler guages, ring compressors, allen wrenches, crows foot wrenches, etc... etc... etc...
• Junkyard finds
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 Apr 96 22:23 PDT
  ...Complete with compressor, mounting brackets for it on the engine, all the hoses and the roof unit. The unit seemed to be made specifically...
• [FS] 1986 Westie
  Historical mailing list - Charles Michaux.
  Mon, 15 Jul 1996 20:13:36 -0400
  ...Air conditioning - works great (new compressor - last summer) Cassette deck (factory rebuilt - fall 1994) 5th Seat option (like new - never used) Manual transmission w...
• Re: jugs, vw that is...
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 13:44:59 -0800
  ...cooled pancake, > I use a large hose clamp as a ring compressor, but on the wasserboxer(84), > the jugs aren't exposed-they are...
• To AC or Not to AC
  Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
  Mon, 1 May 2000 11:07:58 -0700
  ...It took me the better part of a day since I removed EVERYTHING (hoses, front radiator, compressor mount, electronics, etc.). I feel it was...
• Re: 2000 RPM Idle w/AC on..
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Sun, 30 Jun 2002 15:55:57 -0400
  ...increase the engine idle to compensate for the additional A/C compressor load. But this increased idle is quite small and no where near...
• Re: '87 Westy Weekender owner needs help!!!!!! 2.1L wbx running rich??? ideas??
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Sun, 17 Jul 2005 00:54:57 -0400
  ...likely located on the left engine top, below the air conditioner compressor. I have also seen them attached to one of the oil breather...
• Re: Black Bears vs. Westy Canvas?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 26 Jul 2005 22:53:11 -0700
  ...I have the catcher's mask, the > plumber's friend, the creosote, and the air compressor. > > -- > > Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott > 71 Type 2...
• Re: Vanagon/Westy theme board games? Cards?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 14:13:08 -0800
  ...5 speed European > transmission, 16" wheels, Gary Lee racks all around, compressor > fridge, propex furnace, etc > > That would work for me... > > oh wait, GoWesty...
• Re: Vitrifrigo/Truck Fridge power usage
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon
  Sun, 18 Sep 2011 07:27:56 -0700
  ...Mechanical refrigeration (compressors) will be effected > by loading conditions especially condenser temperature. Considering physics > that lower power setting probably means the compressor has to...
• Re: Cigaarette Lighter removal secret
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 12 Jan 2016 14:14:06 -0600
  ...Of course, the only devices I've used are cell phone charger and air compressor for tires. mcneely > > Stuart > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Rapture Texture Coating-Go Westy
  Historical mailing list - adam butler
  Tue, 31 Mar 2015 11:52:21 -0500
  ...bottles base material • 1 liter bottle of activator/hardener • Spray gun (compressor required) Features: • Covers 125 square feet of area • Can be applied to...
• Re: tire jack suggestions for 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 19 Jun 2010 10:35:25 -0700
  ...lugs free. > >Lastly, I keep a tire repair kit and 12v compressor. >http://www.harborfreight.com/9-piece-tubeless-tire-repair-kit-45183.html...
• RE: '70 Clutch Cable Clevis Pin failed!
  Historical mailing list - Still in litigation
  Sun, 5 May 1996 14:24:37 -0700 (PDT)
  ...while installing a twin airhorn set off of an > > electionic compressor. Can't wait to test it out on some > bicyclists... > > > > Jason: Some of...
• Re: a/c rebuild and retrofitted to R134a
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
  Thu, 14 May 1998 20:36:50 -0700
  ...My compressor had been leaking for some time, so it got swapped out. The other item that needs to be replaced is the dryer...
• Re: Towing
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 5 Jun 2001 22:27:42 +1200
  ...so mit has to carry a heavy Atlas Copco compressor, fuels, bulk collecting gear PLUS large blocks of plaster-wrapped rock) is about 1000kg...
• FS Syncro/Camper parts from wrecked 1990 35k
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Wed, 20 Feb 2002 19:44:07 -0800
  ...air conditioner complete, except compressor does not work 11. what else ? Please let me know whether you would be interested in any of the...
• A/C woes....
  Historical mailing list - jesse and monica
  Tue, 5 Aug 2003 21:18:38 -0400
  ...Got an A/C question...On my van the A/C compressor is new as well as the dryer and expansion valve. A/C...
• Re: Possible aaz/ turbo diesel source?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:59:24 -0700
  ...a turbo >> diesel >> and >> he replied that a few industrial air compressors that he used on >> the job >> had >> vw turbo diesels? Im looking...
• Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Sat, 22 Aug 2015 19:57:26 -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: AC High Side - line leak - rubber hose
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Wed, 18 Jun 2008 23:25:33 +0000
  ...Where would yo get a vacuum pump? > > The hoses that attaches to the compressor have fittings that are barbed. > They work great! They don...
• Passed California Smog Check after SubieVan sat for 5 years
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:36:05 -0700
  ...Just need PS pump installed and frozen AC compressor replaced. Once the mechanicals are cleaned up, I will finish the interior as well. Have...
• Re: REAR AIR CONDITIONER
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 21:13:44 -0400
  ...My Westy also has the engine driven air conditioner compressor. Does anyone out there in the Vanagon world know how these systems work (how...
• Re: FYI, Syncro FS in Northern Ohio
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:49:03 -0700
  ...wrote: > >> "Dual air needs clutch" >> Wouldn't that be the AC compressor clutch? >> >> Dave >> >> On Wed, Dec 9, 2009 at 7:50 PM, Greg...
• bus stuff
  Historical mailing list - Linda Bartnik
  Sat, 25 May 1996 13:12:55 -0400
  ...gaping holes in my engine tin from where the spot for the compressor was hacked. Should help me run much cooler. See ya, Sean
• FS - 88 GL and/or 86 Westy GL - Dallas
  Historical mailing list - Karl Vochatzer
  Tue, 16 Jun 1998 11:06:51 -0500
  ...no rust - NC and TX vehicle only problem is it needs ac compressor rebuilt asking $6500 1988 Vanagon GL dove blue ext, grey int...
• Re: $ticker $hock - Unobtanium
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 19 Aug 1999 14:14:53 -0700
  ...In fact, it's a car, > not a Volkswagen. ;-> > > Ron Antaki > > > the same price. (On a side note, new later model Vanagon compressors are...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 1 Jun 1999 to 2 Jun 1999 - Special issue
  Historical mailing list - Hajasz
  Wed, 2 Jun 1999 15:23:54 -0400
  ...is highly illegal to remove the large drain bolt on the compressor and let the remnants of your R-12 go into the atmosphere...
• Re: Green Cylinder O-rings
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 23 May 2000 08:31:27 EDT
  ...You can put the cylinder back on later with a large hose clamp as a ring compressor (done it several times with no problems...
• AC diagram wrong in Bentley Danger!
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 25 Jul 2001 15:48:04 -0500
  ...The one labeled 11 going directly to the compressor is actually the low pressure hose. The hose labeled 10, between the pressure switches and...
• 85 AC problems...pressure too high with small amount of refrigerant
  Historical mailing list - David Bohannan
  Thu, 9 Jun 2005 13:29:25 -0400
  ...One mechanic I know said that the compressor may be bad...cracked valve? I am hoping not, but what else could be causing this...
• About them Norcold refrigerators
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 08:50:45 -0700
  ...expressed considerable enthusiasm for the Norcold's efficient Engel swing motor compressor design. I don't think he's posting right now, so I...
• Re: Come out of the closet, all
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Fri, 22 Dec 2006 19:39:35 -0800
  Hogs??? Oh, you mean converted air compressors. Nope, I ride BMW's (Gummi Kuh), Husqvarna's, and the occasional Honda. Got me on the...
• Re: will a poptop fit inside a GL?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 25 Oct 2007 15:38:43 -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: Subject: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 20:18:04 -0500
  ...I think it is about a $500.00 option (plus $50 or so for a good used compressor) for vans that had OEM air...