Search messages and discussions

Search preserved mailing-list messages and current email and website contributions. Current posts are searchable before weekly archival. Recovery gaps remain possible. Words are matched together; try fewer terms if needed.

Page 57+: 60 results shown for Hydraulic.

Source-balanced relevance: matches from both collections are interleaved, with source dates breaking ties. Restoration time is not the original posting date.

• WBX oil pressure with/without cooler
  Historical mailing list - Paul Dunham
  Wed, 14 Sep 2005 19:39:01 -0700
  ...I suspect that the hydraulic valves are the big difference here, and they often clattered when the engine was started after sitting a spell...
• Wrong answer; Re: Why are the lifters so hard?
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:21:32 -0700
  ...I suppose this risks trapping air in the lifters resulting in >> the >> performance problems Bob refers to in his "history of hydraulic lifters" >> article...
• Re: Tubing for Brake Fluid recommendation?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Fri, 3 Aug 2007 18:07:29 -0700
  ...That's not for the brake system, of course, it's for the clutch hydraulics. The reservoir sits right on the master cylinder, with...
• Re: two questions: brake pads, ball joints
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 1 Dec 2007 20:33:49 -0500
  ...Too often brake jibs are short lived due to the hydraulics failing. Boots are not the only reason to change ball joints. They need...
• Re: Timing Belts, Gears, Chains etc
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 23 Jun 2007 10:34:10 -0700
  ...I guess that's why it doesn't need an > hydraulic tensiioneror some other fancy thing. Straight, pure and > clever simlicity, don't knnow...
• DJ-code WBX technical specs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 12:36:40 -0500
  ...adjustments spark plugs: Bosch W5DCO / W7CCO electrode gap: .7mm valve clearance: hydraulic compression: 11 - 14 bar (150 psi - 195 psi) oil pressure: 2 bar...
• Re: Tranny oil cooler,(homemade kit?)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:06:27 -0800
  ...Of course, I realize that > transmissions and engines are different beasts, but hydraulics and > thermodynamics are fundamentally the same no matter the machines involved...
• Re: Transmission Woes
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sun, 6 Nov 2011 07:41:55 -0500
  ...why is it intermittent? If the clutch hydraulics, same question? -Craig On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 1:24 AM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans < scottdaniel...
• Re: Frozen Engine
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 3 Mar 2009 19:54:45 -0800
  Have you pulled the spark plugs and tried to turn it over? Maybe you've got a cylinder full of coolant - a hydraulic lock...
• Re: 62 bus question- NVC
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 23 Nov 2001 23:31:07 +1200
  ...If you get hydraulic cases you won't NEED to adjust valves anyway. The most important thing is a rust-free body. you can...
• Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 12:17:52 -0800
  ...As you may note in the > citations Niel made, I chose the SAAB hydraulic mounts because the internal > valving was originally chosen for an...
• Re: R&R Transmission with winch?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Jan 2010 18:29:05 -0800
  ...t see how unless fluid really low air allowed in clutch hydraulics) or due to the TOB which seemed to be incorrectly installed by...
• Re: Need advice on Brake issues
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 4 Dec 2009 17:40:42 -0500
  ...No brake job is really complete without the hydraulics. Pad and shoe choice is extremely critical on the Vanagon especially with the small size...
• Re: Separating heads from cylinders
  Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
  Tue, 28 Aug 2001 17:39:07 -0700
  ...The hydraulic pressure would be much greater than the 150 >psi >max likely to be available from an air compressor, and the volume of...
• Re: How does clutch slave cylinder attach to clutch lever arm?
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Mon, 13 May 2002 08:51:16 -0600
  ...The hydraulic line from your clutch master comes into the clutch slave. The slave has a piston, surrounded by a rubber boot, that rides...
• Re: 1.9TD starting and vibration/resonance
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Thu, 20 Nov 2003 19:29:03 -0700
  ...I have done some research and have found that this is a problem with all inline conversions into the Vanagon when hydraulic mounts are...
• EV brake vibration, thread summary
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Mera
  Wed, 26 Nov 1997 11:08:19 -0800
  ...rotors, pads, hydraulics, tires, whatever. I don't have ABS (anti-lock brake system), rather dual diagonal braking circuits with load sensitive braking. I...
• Buses FS (CT,MA,NY Areas)
  Historical mailing list - Ron Van Ness
  Thu, 30 Jul 1998 09:06:45 -0400
  ...Stamford 76 TRANSPORTER/BUS, virtually showroom condition, cold air, hydraulic 2L, marina yellow, white top, asking $6500. (203) 371-6110 or (203) 363-7104...
• hydraulic lifter article
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Sun, 21 Mar 2004 07:25:03 -0600
  Thanks Bob. That is an excellent article, and you are being VERY helpful, especially considering that I purchased my engine from a competitor. Thank...
• Re: looking for a source for metric hardware
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 14:08:53 -0700
  ...I also stopped by the hydraulic hose shop in town and got the same story. Right now the best bet seems to 42nd draft...
• Re: Rebuilt transaxle grinds
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 29 Dec 2014 09:45:18 -0800
  ...If the hydraulics are good, this can happen with a bad or crushed pilot bearing, my guess on what's causing this. > > Much less...
• Re: � � � Help with diagnosis (please)
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 16 Sep 2002 00:39:28 EDT
  ...Upon > re-starting on level ground, the starter had� ahell of a job turning motor > over, as if its hydraulic locked. However, once it...
• Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 04:26:25 -0500
  ...As you may note in the citations Niel made, I chose the SAAB hydraulic mounts because the internal valving was originally chosen for an...
• Re: clutch/brake bleed order
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 2 Aug 2013 21:08:05 -0700
  ...in, will blow them right out. > > It's true for all hydraulic systems ..if they are old and shakey ....but > just barely working still...
• Re: Boston Bob & Bentley, WOW.
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Tue, 16 May 2000 09:48:18 -0400
  ...Stephens > San Juan Island, WA Doktor Tim thanks the hydraulic lifter problem I have seen has not been limited to any one brand of...
• Re: Marvel Mystery oil... Should I add it to oil or gas tank (Was: Help! Engine Tapping Noise in Air Cooled Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 15 Jul 2001 13:06:29 -0500
  ...On Sat, 14 July 2001, Zoltan wrote: > > > > > It sounds like your hydraulic lifters need to be pumped up better. > We use a > > cup of...
• Re: Reducing brake fade on '88 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 23 Aug 2001 19:50:05 -0700
  ...Does anyone know if DOT 5 silicone can be used > if you are using all new stock brake hydraulics and hoses? Or do the...
• Re: Spanish help in Argentina needed
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Mon, 1 Apr 2002 09:34:19 -0600
  ...specifications of the light that must have since he is with hydraulic and regulating poles (it wanted to know if there is to drain...
• Re: making sense of "M codes" ?? (vanagon option codes)
  Historical mailing list - Maynard Southard
  Tue, 26 Apr 2005 19:03:21 -0400
  ...full width partition between cab and load compartment > 657 - servo steering, hydraulic > > > > On 4/25/05, JordanVw@aol.com <JordanVw@aol.com> wrote: > > thanks...
• Re: AT Fluid Burping out of ATF Dip Stick Tube? Causes Trans Malfunction, 88 Auto
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Fri, 21 Jul 2006 17:17:58 -0400
  ...Sort of a hydraulic analog computer. >> It can be removed with the trans in the van. Disassembly and cleaning >> requires considerable care and organization...
• Re: stuck or frozen clutch
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Thu, 15 Feb 2007 12:07:36 -0800
  ...t budge! During the removal/re-install of the tranny, the hydraulic > > >clutch system was left closed so air in the system doesn't...
• Re: dropping tranny to do clutch
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 17 May 2010 15:51:08 -0700
  ...failed 100% yet, but something has gotten really bad really fast). >> Hydraulics look and feel fine, so I guess I'm dropping the tranny...
• Re: Get yourself a hydraulic press!
  Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
  Sun, 28 Nov 1999 10:02:16 -0700
  The thing about dealing with the lower ball joint in the ball-joint adapter is that the surface you press against is at a...
• Re: sticking lifter cure?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Fri, 29 Aug 2003 10:26:09 -0400
  ...the ticking is the famous (infamous?) Vanagon Lifter Syndrome. > > 1) Cause: hydraulic lifter leakdown. > > 2) How it works: The lifter is fed oil through...
• Re: Good head-s?
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Sun, 12 Oct 1997 12:05:17 +0000
  ...is talking about. > Also, can anyone give me advise on installing hydraulic lifters while I > have the "mouse wheel" out. - Is it worth it...
• Re: bmw brake booster "upgrade"
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 6 Nov 2011 19:25:18 -0800
  ...t be improved, as this is limited by the > calipers and hydraulic system, not the strength of my legs at this point. > But: > 2...
• Re: Raising poptop with kayak on roof
  Historical mailing list - patrick
  Fri, 19 Mar 2004 14:32:25 -0600
  ...If he can't > either, that will be useful info. > > Help!!!! Please!!!! I have a vague recollection of hearing someone mention > hydraulics to help...
• Re: Distance windows for various maintenance checks?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 24 Apr 2004 10:28:12 -0500
  ...this opportunity was lost to us when hydraulic valve lifters were introduced ... now you no longer needed to crawl under the engine ever other...
• Re: jack, costs
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 18:20:20 -0500
  ...I called a hydraulics shop in Little Rock(when we still lived there) and they wanted $160 to rebuild it. At the time, I...
• (can do) Aluminum Crank Case..Weld or Replace?
  Historical mailing list - Dwight Mattix (Dwight Mattix)
  Fri, 14 Jun 1996 17:20:18 -0700 (PDT)
  ...isn't _that_ expensive and is an opportunity to convert/try hydraulic lifters for a little extra denaro. in a $erious pinch? never underestimate...
• Re: clutch master cylinder
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Sat, 6 Dec 1997 09:51:42 +0000
  ...On reinstallation, start the two 13mm bolts but leave them with lots of play until you get the hydraulic line started and snugged, a...
• Re: Question about pressure bleeder
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 26 Feb 2005 09:27:25 -0800
  ...I have to say again, using a press bleeder makes all of the hydraulic bleeding a joy (well, you know what I mean). Just...
• Q.about Front Syncro Axle Removal (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Tue, 15 Feb 2000 10:34:05 -0800
  ...and press the axle shaft out of the assembly using a hydraulic press? Any lessons learned will be appreciated. It shouldn't be that...
• 1987 Vanagon GL Synchro for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Luke Plaizier
  Thu, 25 Jan 2001 22:46:52 -0800
  ...Up Roof (April 2000) * New Fire Extinguisher * Receipts Extras * Some Tools, * Hydraulic Jack AND Factory Jack, * Mains Recharger, * 2 x Deck Chairs and small...
• Re: Clutch not letting me shift into reverse
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 9 Jun 2010 13:34:46 -0700
  ...It's a chronic syncro weakness . ) Might you have a part to sell ??? the clear plastic clutch hydraulic line that goes to the slave...
• Re: Transmission Woes
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sun, 6 Nov 2011 22:25:42 -0500
  ...I would love to fix it if it's clutch hydraulics. What's a good way to test it? -Craig On Sun, Nov 6...
• Re: Sudden clutch nothing...while parked
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Thu, 4 Sep 2014 13:06:32 -1000
  ...Today I go to drive it and the > clutch pedal goes down without any feel, no hydraulics there at all. > Flacid! Hmmm...I pop...
• Re: Any desire for high performance brakes??? Read iffin interested!!
  Historical mailing list - ed
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 16:28:12 -0400
  ...new high-performance fluid, new flex lines, and new or rebuilt hydraulics? For that matter, tried good tires, too? Now, if someone has done...
• Re: Coolant leak update
  Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
  Mon, 31 Jan 2005 10:34:36 -0600
  ...But the Priciples of Hydraulics is that the movement is always to the lowest point of pressure. Meaning that the leaks are always going...
• Re: hey vanagonheads, I need some adwice. Please!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 29 Jan 2005 22:42:37 -0800
  ...I have long since given up > any pretence to being any kind of a mechanic (long since discovering > the joys of hydraulic valve lifters...
• Re: Clutch shutter, vibation, shaking - why?
  Historical mailing list - Nathan Mc Blain
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 14:08:10 -0500
  ...Glad to hear that- thikin it's expensive >Extremely unlikely air in hydraulics is the cause. Thank you for conferming it! >Clutch disc springs...
• Re: need headlight lenses
  Historical mailing list - Birkenfeld Jeff
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 08:31:08 -0500
  ...Get a Bentley, some metric hand tools, a hydraulic jack-in-a-box and read, read, read. You will find things in that book...
• Re: Brakes-
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 26 Apr 2014 08:58:52 -0400
  ...Many cars used residual pressure checks on > the hydraulics to counter act this effect. Also, since the cylinders > and the adjusters are on the...
• Re: leaking power steering?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 07:47:33 -0600
  ...BenT suggests they may be failing because of too much hydraulic fluid pressure coming from the pump. Bentley says that the PS pump output...
• Quieting noisy lifters (was: Head gasket leaking. Bummer)
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Sat, 24 Jan 2009 18:23:33 -0500
  ...5 > turns or whatever the book says, fwiw ) > > treat them with 'hydraulic lifter cleaner' ...an oil additive. > And no kidding, I've had a...
• Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 13:00:14 -0700
  ...is not hanging by the hose. > > No need to open the hydraulics. > > > > then the disc and hub will come off the spindle. > > Should really...
• Re: 91 Westy - Mysterious Clutch/Transmission Problem
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 2 May 2015 09:27:06 -0700
  ...thought the problem was most likely a failure in the clutch hydraulics >> that was preventing the clutch from completely disengaging (and since >> reverse has...
• one van for two people?
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Wed, 19 Nov 2003 21:15:53 -0800
  ...quirks (mainly with the FI adapting to the larger engine), but i honestly feel everything is reliable now (new hydraulics, rebuilt tranny, new engine...
• Re: Heads back on, runs OK and dies
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 29 Mar 2008 13:39:51 -0700
  ...not firing > cylinders. > I'll go over my method on adjusting hydraulic valve lifters if you want. > Scott > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Re: 2013 California
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:31:42 -0600
  ...Bi-turbodiesel > >> > option, double glazed windows, electro-hydraulic opening top, lots of > cup > >> > holders and the clever storage that you expect from a VW...