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• Re: headlight switch
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Theobald
  Thu, 29 Mar 2018 09:34:54 -0700
  ...Given a constant voltage, 12 volts, the resistance of the load (headlights, horn, etc.) limits the current. If the resistance decreases, say a wire...
• Re: Source for small auxiliary coolant pump? (oil cooler idea!)
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Tue, 9 May 2000 11:40:31 EDT
  ...t found is a small coolant pump that >could be run constantly at 200 or so degree temps. I had thought of using >the...
• Re: Ordering Parts Online
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 20 Jun 2013 17:55:17 -0400
  ...Vanagons who aren't fully prepared for the ongoing costs and constant challenges of owning an old vehicle and trying to depend on it...
• Re: without thermostat?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 21:19:24 -0600
  ...Also you engine will never maintain a constant temperature. It will heat up climbing hills, cool off coming down hills, and it will probably...
• Re: WBX bashing
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Wed, 31 Jul 2002 00:01:23 -0500
  ...The list tends to be a constant soap box for WBX technical experts like Stan who thinks that >100K miles wear-and-tear failures...
• Re: Speedometer repairs '84
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Sun, 17 Nov 2002 08:25:00 -0500
  ...Test on the road indicate that I am well within my error for holding the van at constant speed over a mile. "Dale G...
• Re: "conventional" transmission for a mid-engine conversion
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 17 Nov 2003 09:18:37 -0800
  ...or, if i use a "driveshaft" of sorts, it would bind constantly from being at a not-normal angle. the other option in my...
• Re: middle seats as living room furniture
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 27 Jan 2006 14:10:14 -0600
  ...Its >>constantly getting me westy chicks who come by and want to see and talk to >>me while I am working under my vanagon...
• Re: Why Bigger Brakes Was Cause of brake rotor warping
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 14 Sep 2013 11:43:13 -0700
  ...Unlike > petrol (gasoline) engines, diesel engines vary fuel flow to control power > rather than throttling air intake and maintaining a constant fuel ratio as...
• Re: Gas leaking after filling to the top...84 2wd..
  Historical mailing list - Joe T.
  Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:48:35 -0600
  ...I'm happy to report no constant gas smell, full fill-ups, and a nearly inaudible fuel pump. > > -- > Joe T. > '85 Wolfsburg Westy Subie...
• Re: Tim's problem??
  Historical mailing list - Jon Hathaway
  Fri, 13 Mar 1998 21:01:02 -0500
  ...But why does he feel the need to do it about One person Over and Over and Over?? > > this constant sniping is really getting...
• Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 15 Sep 2004 16:22:11 -0700
  ...One of the big culprits of >>refrigerator poor performance is simply >> >> >hardened > > >>door seals that leak constantly. >>All of the things above do nothing...
• '86 Westy cranking trouble
  Historical mailing list - Dan Hall
  Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:49:48 -0500
  ...The big red wires that supply constant current to the fuel relays have 12 volts. There is a black/yellow wire that runs from...
• Some Clarifications and Additional Cooling System Comments
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Wed, 2 Oct 2002 15:49:18 EDT
  ...First understand that these systems are not designed for constant temperature operation. I have asked why not and the particular Porsche engineer I was...
• Re: TERRIBLE GAS MILEAGE/Running Cold?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 3 Feb 2013 12:13:59 -0500
  ...T stats are constantly > adjusting, or should be, to keep the engine temp constant. > > Change it to what Dennis recommends. > > Stuart > '85 Westy > > -----Original...
• Re: spare tire compatibility?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 18 Jan 2014 09:37:13 -0500
  ...Wind resistance makes for a constant load. Horsepower is a function of engine speed and torque, (force or pressure). Since these transmissions often break...
• Re: What Should I See On the Temperature Gage?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 8 Oct 2009 13:39:05 -0400
  ...Thermostat > opening and > closing based on the temperature of the coolant and keeping the engine > at a > constant operating temperature. > So, which is normal...
• Re: B. Bobs day at the dyno and the importance of fuel air ratio update
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 07:57:52 -0800
  ...I don't know how > you could accomplish that with the constantly changing power on the road. > > As to burning valves, many piston aircraft...
• Re: Seeing David, Dennis and others recently, was: Any Guesses
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 11 Jul 2021 18:04:58 -0700
  ...dbeierl@GMAIL.COM> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Another Oddity > Coolant Level Warning Light Flashes Constantly with >>>> Key On >>>>>> >>>>>> Even with Connector Jumped & Relay 43 Removed ~ Any ideas...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 28 Jun 2014 12:03:49 -0700
  ...7:50 PM, Neil N <musomuso@GMAIL.COM> wrote: >>>>> >>>>> I am constantly using my Dot-It fixture over the stove. Need to >>>>> install real...
• Re: Subject: German quality?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Monk
  Sat, 24 Aug 2013 07:46:46 -0400
  ...Even that is a moving target, since who knows what the next shipment will bring, making it a constant battle to stay accurate. > > So...
• Re: 1 Solar Panel: Alternate Charging Between 2 Aux. Batteries?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:01:34 -0700
  ...20 hours) > I is the instantaneous discharge amperage > k is a constant that for lead-acid batteries generally is between 1.1 > and 1...
• Re: Fryeday: machine screws and Loctite?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Fri, 9 Jul 2010 17:26:22 -0700
  ...machine screws and Loctite? > > >> On reading glasses, that is. >> >> One gets a little tired of having to constantly re-tighten the bitty >> little screws...
• Re: How much fuel efficiency gained by shedding 300 lbs?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 16 Aug 2005 20:55:38 -0600
  ...When loaded down and towing I drive slower and >> at a more constant speed, except up hills of course. >> >> Mark >> >> Jim Felder wrote: >> >>> I...
• Watching Oil Temp (long, as usual)
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 19 Jul 2011 07:55:22 -0700
  ...What I saw was that while coolant temp continued to stay constant, oil temp went up -- 195, 200F. The engine's working harder, okay...
• Re: 6 month westy trip w/ family & tinting?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 13 Nov 2006 16:06:39 -0800
  ...So I would definately go with the tinting and bring along sun screen and apply it constantly if you don't want to get...
• Re: Get GPS system ditch these Atlas was ..Re: For the Newbies - Vanago
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Thu, 31 Aug 2006 10:11:12 -0700
  ...get me back on track ... >but not much because of the constant signal drop out. I wonder if the GPS receiver your using is...
• Parts Sources for the TDI Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Mon, 23 Feb 1998 19:24:07 -0500
  ...But also in reality few people drive at an absolutely constant 60mph in an absolutely flat place and with absolutely no wind. What is...
• Re: Stranded Rock Springs, WY
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Mon, 8 Aug 2011 21:59:38 -0700
  ...No issues when on roads > that required constant change of throttle position. Funny thing though, I > have the AFM pigtail on. So not sure...
• Re: Dometic Fridge: Bah Humbug! <grin>
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:40:44 -0700
  ...In hot weather, during daytime, this might mean a constant 1 Amp draw. IIRC, a DC fridge draws ~ 2.5 - 3 Amps. But not...
• Heater B2L (gasoline) for Westy, Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
  Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:07:05 +0100
  ...Nice constant heat, really low fuel and electrical > consumption. After the Bostig this is best mod I have made to my van. > I paid...
• Re: 2.1L Wasserboxer Power Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Doug Jones
  Tue, 16 Feb 1999 00:31:30 -0800
  ...I'm sure the flex is probably there; but, unless the VW engine is constantly run above 5000rpms, it will probably take a substantial...
• Fuel flow senders
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 1 Dec 2005 10:20:07 -0800
  ...A the to and from lines are never a constant difference ratio, the only thing I can see doing is loop the engine's...
• Re: Radio
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 22:20:49 -0700
  ...David --- Don Hanson <dhanson@GORGE.NET> wrote: > I have one of those little Grundig World radios that I've used constantly > when I camp...
• Re: Changes to a '90 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 18 Jun 2015 17:17:01 -0700
  ...It will cost less than constantly messing with an obsolete and poorly designed system, including the mini vacation. Stuart -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:53:15 -0700
  ...Never have I seen evidence of either water or >>>>> dirt >>>>> in >>>>> an INTACT CV joint. >>>>> >>>>> The constant splitting of this new rubber product everyone...
• Re: rich running condition-still searching for problem
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Fri, 5 Jun 2009 10:01:32 -0400
  ...an intermittent rich running problem �and now seems to be > almost constant. Thanks gurus. > > David Clarkson > 90 Westy > **************Mortgage rates dropped. Record lows. $200...
• Re: AFM Spring Tension
  Historical mailing list - Mark Bowie
  Sun, 6 Sep 1998 16:22:06 -0400
  ...The van still loses power and dies if I try to hold a constant speed. I'm only able to keep it running if...
• Maiden voyage of HMS "Redoubtable"...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Sun, 22 Jul 2001 19:02:31 -0700
  ...But the important thing is that my water level stayed constant in the expansion tank (I checked it at repeated stops out of paranoia...
• Re: Seeing David, Dennis and others recently, was: Any Guesses
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Sun, 11 Jul 2021 21:31:07 -0400
  ...dbeierl@GMAIL.COM> > wrote: > >>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> Another Oddity > Coolant Level Warning Light Flashes Constantly with > >>> Key On > >>>>> > >>>>> Even with Connector Jumped & Relay 43 Removed ~ Any ideas...
• Re: Thoughts on 2000 eurovans
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 25 Jul 2014 19:40:28 -0700
  ...t want to be paying frequent and > expensive parts bills and constantly rebuilding something... > I think you gather all the information you can and...
• Re: No start/ Yes spark II
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 3 Nov 2011 14:20:18 -0700
  ...There are a few more things you can do. > > When you have the 2 relay sockets jumpered does the fuel pump run > constantly as...
• Re: New O2 Sensor and engine dies
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sat, 27 Jun 1998 15:09:39 -0700
  ...You should see a steady output between 0V and 1V as the ECU is operating in open-loop mode and won't be constantly...
• Re: Oil cooler: possible to use AC condenser?
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
  Fri, 18 Feb 2000 12:01:34 -0800
  ...and it breaks down at about 300 deg. Keeping the temp. constant > > is best. > > > > Eric 86-VW4x4 > > vw4x4@fyi.net 72-240z > > Pittsburgh, PA...
• Re: A/C question
  Historical mailing list - Randy Charrette
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 23:12:37 +0000
  ...engauge at all? Right now it is <DIV></DIV>&gt;engauged constantly? <DIV></DIV>&gt; <DIV></DIV>&gt;No, the Vanagon (or most R...
• Re: Fuel Octane, Additives
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 13:22:56 -0800
  ...Fuel Octane, Additives > Lets start a thread on fuel octane, and oil additives. > > My girlfriend and I are in a constant argumentative-type > discussion...
• Re: audi wheels on vanagon,
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Wed, 23 Mar 2005 13:13:00 -0800
  ...I would want to do something to address > that issue too, especially on a daily driver where the wheel is exposed > to constantly changing...
• Re: where do the best vanagons come from?
  Historical mailing list - Rich Bennington
  Wed, 19 Jul 2006 09:25:38 -0700
  ...The UV and constant sun are tough on anything rubber, and the paint will oxidize. The lack of rust, however, is a big plus...
• Re: leaking in the rain
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:52:50 -0500
  ...Has >> anyone >> else had this happen when they installed struts? As if there is constant >> pressure lifting the poptop, creating a space for water...
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  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:00:15 -0700
  ...Thus energizing both rear and front wash wipe > > constantly. > > > > > > You know how in these type switch assemblies you have the brass power > > trace held...
• Re: Aux battery hookup
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Mon, 25 May 2015 07:34:08 -0400
  ...It’s like your new TVs, you turn it off, but really it is not off but constantly using power to keep the processors...
• Re: Install CO and Smoke detector
  Historical mailing list - Richard Smith
  Tue, 27 Jan 2015 20:44:39 -0800
  ...Typically they are wired to be >powered on constantly. They should be on the same fuse (branch circuit) as >interior lighting so that if...
• Re: Horns, improvements
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 21 Aug 2013 20:37:41 -0600
  ...gets split off to also feed 86 of the >>> relay >>> trigger, constantly. Then 85 is wired to the horn button wire and >>> the >>> horn...
• Re: speedo/odo error confusion
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 24 Oct 2001 22:31:17 -0700
  ...s going on? Why should the odo error not be roughly constant. The only variable I can think of is the day started cool...
• Re: Get GPS system ditch these Atlas was ..Re: For the Newbies - Vanago
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 31 Aug 2006 08:50:25 -0700
  ...and it was little better but not much because of the constant signal drop out. Several years before, when driving to the same location...
• Re: Volkswagen, Sanyo to Develop Hybrid Car Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Wed, 28 May 2008 20:45:31 -0700
  ...record $135.09 a barrel on May 22. ``There will be constant growth in the hybrid-car market,'' Mitsuru Honma, Sanyo senior vice president...
• Re: '84 value?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 27 Nov 2007 16:44:01 -0800
  ...front brake of my 84 and 83.5 have been a constant issue to me. I > > found that I have to use only OEM...
• Re: Looking for correct name or terminology f or a push-pull
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Tue, 3 Dec 2013 07:22:12 -0800
  ...Stainless steel, for example, is not kryptonite .... "everything' is constantly slowly trying to deteriorate back into the earth ... or the ocean ..or evaporate into...
• Re: NVC - Just for Mr. Squirrel
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sat, 24 Jul 2010 00:26:23 -0400
  ...the brewing staff actually has to stay at the brewery doing constant monitoring and testing of the yeast fertility and adjusting the brew accordingly...
• Vanagon temperature problem
  Historical mailing list - samchez, alexander
  Wed, 06 Aug 1997 16:08:24 +0000
  ...It ran about 40% constant temperature (unless I went up a big hill on a hot day). Can you or any one help me...