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• Re: 2.1 Head Replacement for Dummies
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda - Personal email
  Fri, 12 Jul 2002 14:04:31 -0700
  ...If anyone has a way to bend the laws of physics > in order to get the exhaust header studs out, please > let me know...
• the turbo encabulator (F)
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 11:02:06 -0800
  ...of appreciation of the large quasi-piestic stresses in the gremlin studs; the latter were specially designed to hold the roffit bars to the...
• Re: Auto Trans Install - Take Out Engine?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Tue, 17 Aug 2004 10:07:41 -0700
  ...Like >Robert, I seem to be able to consistently get one of the two lower >mounting studs lined up with one hole on the...
• Re: Exhaust problem - inquiry
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 28 Aug 2006 12:55:36 -0700
  The cost of fixing the exhaust is variable because of the potential difficulties encountered when trying to remove the rusted nuts bolts and studs...
• Re: Head sealants??
  Historical mailing list - Elliot Kane
  Wed, 24 Jan 2007 20:53:26 -0800
  ...I'm also wondering if I should be putting something on the case-end threads of the new head studs I'm installing as...
• Re: Tires (by one reviewer)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 5 Sep 2007 17:05:10 -0600
  ...2007, at 5:32 PM, Andrew Grebneff wrote: > >>> <I believe the studs are key for driving on ice. >>> The noise does not bother me...
• Re: Oil pump day..
  Historical mailing list - den jolliffe
  Sun, 1 May 2016 14:19:44 +0000
  ...but the longer geared pump makes a world of difference...longer studs are also required, and the flat steel plate (beetle) still had clearance...
• Re: Overheating
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 31 Dec 2013 16:48:02 -0600
  ...The block tends to pull up "hills" around the head bolt holes which leaves "valleys" between the studs, in the very places that do...
• Re: 88GL Tranny Swap - from manual to automatic
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 22 Aug 2013 14:29:03 -0700
  ...flywheel to torque converter driveplate. >> need to swap lower engine mounting studs in block. >> >> need to run back up light wires up front to...
• Re: Removing engine the German way
  Historical mailing list - Chris Lisica
  Tue, 19 May 2009 16:58:21 -0700
  ...hardest thing is taking the >> exhust off without breaking the studs. remove the exhust first then the >> air >> cleaner housing , wires(mark these) , fuel...
• Re: whats the book time for installing a new exhaust OR...
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 12:26:59 -0500
  ...s a trick question ! It all depends on how many exhaust > studs and > bolts break and have to be drilled, tapped, helicoiled, or repaired...
• Re: Front end rattle solved
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 10 May 2021 11:33:24 -0400
  ...shaw.ca> wrote: > > Eric, > > The rubber bushings that fit over the studs on the rad? > > Did they fail by going hard or did they...
• Re: Jaguar vs. Passat brakes on Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 3 Feb 2012 06:43:06 -0500
  ...Have a machine shop make a hub from solid steel and use pressed in studs instead of lug bolts. This will also allow the...
• Re: Diesel head gasket blown?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 20 Sep 2003 09:31:38 -0700
  ...If they > are still in good order, set studs here for mounting with nuts. Make a new > gasket by hand from exhaust material. At...
• VW parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Roger Lippman
  Mon, 5 Feb 1996 21:08:09 GMT
  ...tapping replacement head studs 7", used 4 Self-tapping replacement head studs 8", used 2 Self-tapping replacement head studs 9", used 1 Short...
• Re: Head sealants??
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:10:19 -0500
  ...I'm also >>wondering if I should be putting something on the case-end threads of the >>new head studs I'm installing as...
• Re: Poor Traction
  Historical mailing list - John H. Rodgers
  Mon, 23 Mar 1998 19:58:17 -0500
  ...Those studs were wonderful. In Spring I swithched back to my all weathers. Still running Goodyears.......can't say right this minute what they...
• Re: Q: adding a differential lock or Limited Slip on a 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Wed, 2 Feb 2005 20:41:31 -0500
  ...They are hard to beat on ice and snow, even without studs. You're welcome to horse around and test out mine (the locker...
• Re: A Little Help with Rims
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 19 May 2011 05:50:00 -0400
  ...The Rims are $109.00 each plus the hardware, spacers, Longer Wheel Studs etc will run around $300.00. When you add in the...
• Re: wrench/socket (nut and bolt head) sizes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:46:37 -0700
  ...ARP aftermarket improved cylinder head studs for Subaru engines use a 9/16's 12 point. tdi clutches have ...here's werid one for...
• Re: Where to put the fish tires?
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Thu, 23 Jan 2003 14:37:24 -0800
  ...When we moved to Montana, it got Cooper Snow tires with studs. Couldn't be stopped. Best idea, move someplace where you don't...
• Re: 15" Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 27 Dec 2014 15:23:34 -0800
  I think the only alloy Mercedes wheel that fits without requiring longer lug bolts\studs is the CLK 16" wheel from about '98-'02...
• Re: Sourcing parts for my '90 Automatic project.
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Wed, 9 Nov 2011 10:54:32 -0500
  ...and then replacing the bolts) as opposed to having bolts and studs break off.... I'd definitely rather do it twice as often! Exhausts...
• Re: DIY Head Gaskets, (Long) Please Check!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 17:51:58 -0400
  ...Slide the head onto the studs, OH, did I mention... get the studs absolutely clean/dry before reassembly, and clean the base of the...
• Re: Tail light upgrade question
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 20:51:03 -0500
  ...At the auto parts store, you can get some battery terminals that have studs and wing nuts on them. Alternatively, a worm gear hose...
• Re: Water Wetter questions...
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 12 Jul 2015 19:00:30 -0700
  ...from cavitation erosion but it is very >> >> common on the head studs. >> >> >> >> As for effecting the sensors and the like the thermostat is still...
• Re: Question on Surepower 1315 Install
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 03:29:15 -0500
  ...batteries connect? Right angle insulators for battery cables that bolt to studs like this do exist in the world. I've used these on...
• Re: Vanagon Head Leaking Around The Head Nut(S)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 14 Apr 2014 19:48:20 -0400
  ...This is how failed studs can rear there ugly head. If the nut loosened you may be able to tighten it up but beware...
• 84 Vanagon GL, SW Houston area
  Historical mailing list - Cliff Ober
  Thu, 24 Oct 2013 06:27:09 -0500
  ...That led to a couple of broken studs and the need to have them removed via EDM, and thus replace all the usual stuff...
• Baby got new shoes (tires)
  Historical mailing list - Mark G
  Wed, 29 May 2002 16:48:22 -0400
  ...I was afraid the impact wrench was going to break the wheel studs. I would NEVER have been able to get those off by...
• Parting Out 87 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Tue, 19 Aug 2003 05:21:44 -0500
  ...It has the 14" OE alloy wheels, including all studs and wheel nuts. They are in very nice shape. $400 for the set of...
• Re: low oil pressure/gas in oil
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 10 May 2004 17:56:44 -0400
  ...Complete disassembly and removal of center studs. Both case halves have to be machined including the center webs. The cylinder bosses need to be...
• Re: Trans. Install: Input shaft & clutch splines
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:23:25 -0700
  ...Jacking up pulley end of engine to normal position obviously >>>> helps to line up studs. Before I did this, the rear portion of the...
• GoWesty Alternator Bracket
  Historical mailing list - Katy Hahn
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 09:34:57 -0700
  ...http://www.gowesty.com/library_article.php?id=1201 It obviously side-steps the possible failure of those studs/holes in the block by...
• Re: PDX Machine Shop Recommendation?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:48:17 -0800
  ...a safety point of view. > > and please have long enough wheel studs or wheel mounting bolts, > and the right ball face to match the...
• Syncro GL: keep your eye on that wheel!
  Historical mailing list - Chris and Alina
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 00:22:18 -0900
  ...Are the studs replaceable? Is the hub wrecked? What else might I have damaged? So, check your lug nuts, carry some extra ones, and...
• Re: replacing flex plate with flywheel
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
  Thu, 7 Dec 2023 08:05:56 -0500
  ...It’s been over 20 years since I replaced the original heads and I broke off a couple exhaust studs trying to remove the...
• Re: Oil in Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 2 Jan 2012 12:54:36 -0800
  ...it does stress out the head studs/nuts/head sealing for sure when that happens. just consider your choices.. Run it as is..... ..not...
• Re: Is there a "best way" to loosen up passenger seat 's"rotation"?
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 8 Dec 1998 09:31:55 -0800
  ...If it is still too tight you might want to try some washers on the bolts / studs between the swivel and the wheel well...
• Re: Standard Repair Times - Rings / Heads
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 6 Sep 2005 10:17:01 -0400
  ...I would also replace all the head cap nuts and consider the studs. Carefully inspect for corrosion. There is nothing worse than putting the...
• Re: How my engine rebuild is going
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sun, 16 May 2004 17:58:56 -0700
  ...Since you had a catastrophic failure, both the studs and the nuts should be replaced. These studs are unique in their application as they...
• Re: Start/Run/Then No Start/Temp II - now good
  Historical mailing list - Skip
  Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:46 +0000
  ...I will have studs installed. If I have to remove both heads I'll have new studs placed in all of the female threads...
• List of stuff for sale in Vallejo
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Apr 1995 18:49:22 -0700
  ...8 mm studs torqued to 23 ft. lbs., locktighted. Good used magna fluxed and polished 69mm counter-weighted crank with new .010" undersize main...
• Re: What can go wrong.....
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 21 May 2017 18:39:57 +0000
  ...Google cylinder cavitation erosion especially ford Diesels. > >> The WaterBoxer equivalent is busted studs. > >> Also, after the event the system and particularly the cap should...
• Re: Centre bores Syncro Wheel option
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Thu, 1 Apr 2021 12:30:24 -0700
  ...some room or use spacers along with long enough front lugs/studs. I'm not a fan of spacers so I grind off the...
• Re: Buying vanagons as parts donors
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:48:53 -0500
  ...the aluminum in the engine once I removed the crank, cylinders, studs and other ferrous parts. The same yard pays $120/ton $CDN for...
• =?utf-8?Q?Re:_ABA_engine_swap:_install_fuel_rail_end_for_end=3F_=28f?= =?utf-8?Q?lip_180=C2=BA=29?=
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:57:12 -0400
  ...I replaced studs and used brass nuts previously. I would recommend using flex pipe sections even with the toilet bowl to keep things from...
• Bad compression / good engine
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Wed, 6 Jun 2007 00:36:02 -0400
  ...The only sure thing was very bad torque on the heads studs, that, i am sure!!! I now re-torque heads at 40ft/pds...
• Re: NVC: Type 1 case
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 18 Jan 2008 21:50:36 -0500
  ...to re-use it or not. Start with complete disassembly, cyl. studs and all. Then, a good cleaning to enable a proper inspection for...
• Re: LP tank refurb
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:08:26 -0600
  ...Even the > "skid plate!" (Thanks, Chris!) > > On my Westy, under the sliding door, the two rear studs for a propane tank were there. > Instead...
• Re: Re
  Historical mailing list - Jon
  Sat, 19 Apr 2003 20:31:07 -0400
  ...longer studs for bell housing, or shorter I can't rem.,two diff. axle shafts, one is longer, flex plate,and somebody correct me...
• Re: First Time Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 11:56:28 -0800
  ...Saw the drum move > slghtly towards the ends of the studs. > > Now what?? I know I must back off the brake adjuster, but I...
• Re: torque wrench
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 30 Nov 2005 09:06:51 -0600
  This corroborate the careful instructions I got from the staff when I recently ordered Raceware head studs for the turbo diesel in my camper...
• Re: Warning! Do not use...
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 17 Jan 2007 17:54:38 -0700
  ...piston engines, specially > treated steel nuts are sometime used on exhaust studs OR special brass > nuts are used. I think the nuts were more...
• Re: Ordering Parts Online
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Sun, 23 Jun 2013 16:50:02 -0700
  ...The guy broke the power studs on the fan, and told me the fan was bad, but he did not know why. He wanted...
• Re: stainless steel coolant pipes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 6 May 2010 12:26:18 -0700
  ...The piston liners inside the engine are cast >>> > iron >>> > with steel studs holding the heads on. Any way you look at it the van...
• Fuel filter suggestion
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Mon, 16 Apr 2001 13:03:43 -0600
  ...When I > > install my new exhaust that should arrive on wednesday, can I use bolts > > instead of the studs? and also, I have a...
• Re: How much power can a stock FI make?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sat, 17 Nov 2001 19:06:14 EST
  ...Probably can handle go to 150~180 hp >>>aircraft-grade head bolts Head studs other than stock can pull out of the case during...
• Re: 88 fuel lines / exaust
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 24 Aug 2003 09:38:10 -0500
  ...Bolts that thread into the head must be metric of course and also nuts that go onto studs in the heads. I can't...
• Re: Difficulty / time to replace clutch - 1991 Westfalia 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Tue, 15 Dec 2020 08:51:33 -0500
  ...The only major work I haven't undertaken myself was a recent complete exhaust system replacement with all the rusted studs / nuts & bolts :D...