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Re: Replacing driver's door wiring
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Sat, 19 Mar 2005 04:35:07 EST
...1/ There are dedicated lubricants made just for easing wires through raceways. If you cannot beg some from a friendly electrician (you'll only...
Re: Motor oil - Re: [VANAGON] Spooked!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 5 Jun 2011 09:49:13 -0400
...Quoting wikipedia, "The main use of ZDDP is in anti-wear additives to lubricants such as greases, gear oils, and motor oils, which contain...
Re: Squeaking Bushings - (another long thesis!)
Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
Thu, 24 Sep 1998 12:25:06 -0700
...If you take it out, lubricate the rubber with good rubber lubricants you can buy. All rubber to metal contact area should be lubricated...
Re: removing frozen lug nuts / bolts ?
Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
Fri, 16 Dec 2005 17:32:14 -0900
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Anti- Seize on lug nuts or bolts? Now there's a recipe for disaster. > When using lubricants of this type...
Re: New lister & first time owner of '87 Vanagon GL
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Sat, 8 Aug 2009 08:44:43 -0400
...Stephens' "Observational Inspections" and the article "All About Lubricants" by Richard Golembiewski. I've also decided that acquiring a diesel Syncro Westy will be...
Re: Tranny oil-level (AA Trans take on the subject)
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Thu, 26 Jul 2001 13:01:36 -0700
...We have better lubricants now. Go with Red Line MT-90 up to the fill hole. Zoran Mladen wrote: > > I was looking at the...
Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
Thu, 12 Mar 2009 11:30:39 -0800
...When we prep cars headed North they usually get a pan heater(oil), block heater(coolant), battery blanket, and synthetic lubricants. This is just...
Re: [vanagon] New found AC Refrigerant
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 16 Jun 2003 00:33:24 -0700
...The process removes lubricants, moisture etc. Many A/C systems have been charged with Butane / LP Fuels when Freon became a Gold product. The...
Re: Torque wrench usage
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Wed, 6 Aug 2003 21:30:42 -0700
...So >> lubricants SHOULD NOT be added except where specified by the >> manufacturer. > > > > WEB search results: > 1: For greatest accuracy, use a thread preparation, either...
Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 11:59:59 -0500
Here’s what Steve S recommended to me, & I have this stuff & it is the bomb! YMMV https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants <https...
Re: OK, Swepco gear oil..
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:11:32 -0700
...of a thick oil. > > Here's an interesting thread on transaxle lubricants. > http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/archive/index.php/o-t--t...
Re: Lobro CV joint boots review
Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:05:05 -0000
...one which was friendlier to the boot material than the other lubricants used with Lobro boots? I am positive that inside the boot material...
Re: Oil
Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
Thu, 17 Jul 2003 16:32:20 -0400
...I have found that synthetics while they are in fact better lubricants are less likely to absorb heat although the one blended oil I...
Re: [Audi-VW-Diesels] Off-Topic (Wal Mart) was: Rotella Synthetic oil, cheaper now!
Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
Sat, 6 Jul 2002 15:32:18 -0400
http://www.rotella.com/wheretobuy/index.html http://www.shell-lubricants.com/distributors_zip.php If Rotella is what you must have, here is...
Re: Oil Pressure Gauge Kit
Historical mailing list - David McNeely
Wed, 7 Mar 2018 12:19:32 -0800
...10w-60 oil GW now recommends? > http://www.gowesty.com/product/lubricants/24697/red- > line-synthetic-motor-oil---1-qt-10w60-?v=. I will...
Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:14:37 -0800
...2 bar @ 2000 rpm @ 80C/176F > > Lubricants and capacities > > engine oil: 10w30 (sf) > oil capacity with filter: 4.5 litres > gearbox oil: 80W - 90W...
Re: Oil Pressure Gauge Kit
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Sat, 10 Mar 2018 18:48:53 -0700
...10w-60 oil GW now recommends? http://www.gowesty.com/product/lubricants/24697/red-line-synthetic-motor-oil---1-qt-10w60-?v=. I will...
Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
Historical mailing list - ANTONY MARSH
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:23:48 -0500
...the bomb! YMMV > > https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants <https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants> > > Mr. BZ > > >> On Jan 29, 2018, at 11:18...
Re: AA Transaxle: Happy! Relevant Info, Long.
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sat, 21 Jun 2014 05:38:49 -0700
...I was surprised, when I changed from Redline, the marked difference between the two lubricants. The Redline felt and poured like sewing machine or...
Re: question about thermostat ... or not
Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
Wed, 3 Mar 2010 15:26:36 -0500
...It runs rich, washing down the lubricants from the cylinder walls. That being said I propose a work around. Cover the radiator with card...
Re: Cleaning bad grounds
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Tue, 8 Feb 2005 07:44:50 -0500
...Remember, most lubricants will not prevent some metal-to metal contact between the male and the female threads. When I'm all done making...
Re: Front Heater Motor: Lube Dries Out?
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Sat, 2 Jan 2016 11:21:56 -0700
...It is > http://www.laco.com/lubricants/zoom-spout-oiler/ I got a tip from a > Facebook group "vintage electric fans" which as you...
Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
Historical mailing list
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:23:26 -0500
...the bomb! YMMV https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants <https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants> Mr. BZ > On Jan 29, 2018, at 11:18...
Re: oil recommendations
Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
Fri, 25 May 2001 12:41:19 -0700
...He told me the primary focus of the company was on lubricants for the trucking industry, and other large vehicles, motor homes, ect. I...
Re: cv joint questions
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Wed, 11 Dec 2002 07:24:01 -0800
...2002, Stan Wilder wrote: > With the colder weather setting in your > lubricants aren't flowing quite as well. The > CV could be your problem...
Re: removing frozen lug nuts / bolts ?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 17 Dec 2005 00:12:13 -0500
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Anti- Seize on lug nuts or bolts? Now there's a recipe for disaster. > When using lubricants of this type...
Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
Sat, 20 Dec 2008 13:32:49 -0800
...2 bar @ 2000 rpm @ 80C/176F Lubricants and capacities engine oil: 10w30 (sf) oil capacity with filter: 4.5 litres gearbox oil: 80W - 90W...
Re: Removed windows...
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Sun, 28 Sep 2014 15:21:05 -0700
...I have seen color changes before when the door lock were not pulled and generally the paint starts to peel because of the lubricants...
Re: Another bus in my fleet
Historical mailing list - Ryan Shawley
Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:07:36 -0400
...to be brought back > to life with the help of penetrating lubricants? > > Thanks! > > -Craig > '85GL turned WESTY > Turned 7 Passanger > Zetec in the back...
Re: Vanagon alternative fuel (long but lots of good links)
Historical mailing list - WVVW
Tue, 26 Mar 2002 21:20:43 -0500
...Here is a company, based in Ohio, that make bio-based lubricants, including a high performance motor oil used by some NASCAR drivers: http...
Re: winter vanagon complaint #2
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Thu, 16 Nov 2000 23:39:34 -0600
...Is this wrong? Others asked about lubricants. On page 56 of the owners manual, it looks like you can use 20w-50 between -10...
Re: Engine oil
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Sun, 7 Aug 2022 08:41:55 -0700
...Part of GM's > plan to improve fuel economy is the use of low viscosity lubricants. The > engine calls for 0w-20, the transmission...
Re: Torque wrench usage
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 7 Aug 2003 08:06:02 -0500
...So >>>lubricants SHOULD NOT be added except where specified by the >>>manufacturer. >>> >>> >> >>WEB search results: >>1: For greatest accuracy, use a thread preparation, either...
Re: Stupid Question of the Day - Brake Drums?
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:43:47 -0600
...If brake components need to be lubricated, there are special brake part lubricants that can be used (brake fluid can sometimes be used). You...
Re: Engine Wear
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Tue, 19 Feb 2002 21:45:22 EST
...Given same lubricants, operating temperatures, the motor with more p-ft/mi will wear out sooner. Of course there are many other elements in...
Re: Red Line vs. Swepco
Historical mailing list - Antaki
Sat, 1 Feb 2003 01:10:06 -0800
...lubricated > trannys come in broken. > > They run ONLY Swepco oils and lubricants in these > awesome, beautiful, > hand built, ex-freaking-spensive machines. > > I'm...
Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
Historical mailing list
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 16:55:16 -0500
...the bomb! YMMV > > https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants <https://www.triflowlubricants.com/category/lubricants> > > Mr. BZ > > >> On Jan 29, 2018, at 11:18...
Re: Speedometer ticking noise
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:33:12 -0700
...the whole idea of lubricants is to keep the two parts from actually touching each other. if things stayed lubed well enough .. they almost...
Re: Squeaky front end parts
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 20 Sep 2006 21:23:55 -0700
oh for goodness sakes, if you are worried about long term suitability of various lubricants on the a-arm bushings and not wondering whether...
Re: Dielectric grease
Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
Wed, 5 Mar 2014 20:47:36 -0500
...of connectors with very low contact pressure other types of > protective lubricants should be used containing polyphenyl ether. > > Larry A. > > > > > On Wed, Mar 5...
Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
Sat, 20 Dec 2008 15:51:17 -0500
...2 bar @ 2000 rpm @ 80C/176F >> >> Lubricants and capacities >> >> engine oil: 10w30 (sf) >> oil capacity with filter: 4.5 litres >> gearbox oil: 80W - 90W...
Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:03:40 -0700
...When we prep cars headed North they usually get a pan heater(oil), block heater(coolant), battery blanket, and synthetic lubricants. This is just...
Re: Compression Question
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sat, 17 Aug 2002 18:06:11 -0500
...as the manufacturer of the premier engine treatment chemicals and specialty lubricants on the market. http://cartalk.cars.com/Columns/Archive/1999/June/02...
Bike Mechanics.
Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
Sat, 8 Aug 1998 10:05:48 -0700
...Today's cassette hubs are maintenance free except for the occasional repacking with suitable lubricants. Derailleurs are also non repairable and require only cable...
Re: Dielectric grease
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Wed, 5 Mar 2014 21:10:16 -0500
...of connectors with very low contact pressure other types of > > protective lubricants should be used containing polyphenyl ether. > > > > Larry A. > > > > > > > > > > On Wed, Mar 5...
Re: Additives and Oil
Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
Wed, 16 Nov 94 10:28:55 PST
...There is lot's of literature available from the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) on lubricants, there was also a interesting article in Consumer...
Re: Removed windows...
Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
Sun, 28 Sep 2014 22:45:20 -0400
...I > have seen color changes before when the door lock were not pulled and > generally the paint starts to peel because of the lubricants...
Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Sat, 20 Dec 2008 17:17:34 -0500
...2 bar @ 2000 rpm @ 80C/176F > > Lubricants and capacities > > engine oil: 10w30 (sf) > oil capacity with filter: 4.5 litres > gearbox oil: 80W - 90W...
Re: Motor Oil (Synthetic)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:13:55 -0500
...C rated Diesel lubricants are specialty lubricants that are designed to address certain requirements of Diesel engines. In particular they need to control and...
Re: Engine oil
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Sun, 7 Aug 2022 10:15:05 -0600
...Part of GM's >> plan to improve fuel economy is the use of low viscosity lubricants. The >> engine calls for 0w-20, the transmission...
Re: removing frozen lug nuts / bolts ?
Historical mailing list - Doug F
Fri, 16 Dec 2005 18:42:54 -0800
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > > Anti- Seize on lug nuts or bolts? Now there's a recipe for disaster. > > When using lubricants of this type...
Fwd: Squeaky front end parts
Historical mailing list - Helmut Blong
Thu, 21 Sep 2006 08:48:23 -0400
"oh for goodness sakes, if you are worried about long term suitability of various lubricants on the a-arm bushings and not wondering whether...
Re: Causes of Brake Pull at Highway Speeds? UPDATE
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 27 May 2013 07:19:31 -0400
...Lock type lubricants seem to work well here. As things can rust and also get damaged from hard stops etc., brakes should be inspected...
Re: Engine oil
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:33:09 -0500
...Part of GM's >>> plan to improve fuel economy is the use of low viscosity lubricants. The >>> engine calls for 0w-20, the transmission...
Re: Vanagon alternative fuel (long but lots of good links)
Historical mailing list - Andrew
Tue, 26 Mar 2002 18:49:49 -0800
...Here is a company, based in Ohio, that make bio-based lubricants, including a high performance motor oil used by some NASCAR drivers: >http...
Re: [vanagon] New found AC Refrigerant
Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
Mon, 16 Jun 2003 22:42:48 -0700
...se distilled back >to a useable Freon Product. >The process removes lubricants, moisture etc. >Many A/C systems have been charged with Butane / LP...
Re: Correct use of Dielectric grease?
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:53:10 -0700
...does resist current flow and > results in heat. > > There are conductive lubricants used to aid current flow, but they are a > different class of...
Re: "Jerry" Cans, long
Historical mailing list - John Rodger
Fri, 22 Jun 2001 07:46:42 -0400
...was the top Corporal in the P.O.L. (Petroleum Oils & Lubricants) section >for a few years. >The tanks that we use are the...
Re: Engine Wear
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 19 Feb 2002 21:59:17 -0600
...a piston travels in moving the car one mile. > > > Given same lubricants, operating temperatures, the motor with more > p-ft/mi > > will wear out...
Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
Historical mailing list - Mike
Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:06:39 -0400
...When we prep cars headed North they usually get a pan heater(oil), block heater(coolant), battery blanket, and synthetic lubricants. This is just...