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Re: Morning Gnarliness: how to deal with
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Wed, 26 Aug 2009 19:30:48 -0500
...I would appreciate hearing tips from > others who may have already sorted out techniques for dealing with bucket > drops. > > Those who own and use...
Re: repair books
Historical mailing list - Frank Brand
Wed, 14 Jul 1999 21:09:59 -0700
...It also includes repair tips and pictures and illustrations that aren't in the Bently. The Haines book (which I also have) seems to...
Re: car bra mildew
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Wed, 12 Jan 2005 13:44:39 -0500
...also, what is the best way to clean the bra? any tips / >> tricks would be welcome! >> >> thanks! >> >> Dylan >> '85 Westfalia >> >> ============================== >> Dylan Kahler >> Art Director...
Re: cutting hole in van floor
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 22 Jan 2005 13:57:56 -0600
...And the hole will come out 1/8" away from the > main > > side > > beam. > > Any hints, tips, suggestions on how to do this? > > Thanks...
Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 19 Jun 2010 08:11:37 -0500
...com> wrote: >> >> From: Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> >> Subject: Re: Tips on repairing chipped Vanagon grills >> To: "Richard Koerner" <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET> >> Cc...
Re: Order an new Passat TDI from Canada and import to USA?
Historical mailing list - Mark Gajewski
Thu, 5 Nov 1998 10:05:45 -0500
...So, I believe the TDI passat should technically meet all US regulations if currently being sold in Canada, might have to change the speedo...
Re: Rear Brakes: E-brake lever lube, E-brake spring function (purpose)
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Fri, 6 May 2016 21:26:02 -0700
...Good tips. >>>> >>>> I've often wondered that if a backing plate became thin enough due to >>>> corrosion, >>>> would it flex under hard braking conditions...
Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Fri, 27 Jan 2017 09:30:05 -0800
Thanks the tips and input Richard. I have a round and flat file. My only real concern doing this repair "in the field" is...
Re: CV removal tips?
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Mon, 15 May 2006 20:10:40 -0700
...If you don't have said pile, you should probably do something more technical minded, the cheapo puller will generally work fine. Oh and...
Re: Post chrome strip rubber cleaning Q
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Mon, 16 May 2005 12:11:21 -0700
...But the tips of my fingers turn black as soon as I touch > the rubber. I'd like to clean up the rubbers so...
Re: old timers gone...
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 22 Jan 1999 07:50:52 -0500
...There >seems to be little room for honest debate of even technical issues, let >alone list issues. > >I sure will miss tim's wit...
Re: Lifter adjustment VOODOO
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:50:32 -0700
I'll put in a plug for anyone wondering about all this LONG talked about lifter stuff to check out the FAQ under technical...
Re: Gerry List
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Sun, 7 Jan 2018 06:44:22 -0800
...See this tech article: http://www.lsoft.com/news/techtipLSV-issue4-2011.asp What would be involved in upgrading gerry's listserv software to...
Re: Thick-Glasses & a lab coat, was: How Do U Clean Injectors?
Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
Sat, 11 Apr 1998 21:39:24 -0700
...This breaks the carbon deposits off the tips and porbably loosens the gum and gunk on the innards. Then they flush them through and...
Re: Van adventure and tech quiz
Historical mailing list - Jack R
Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:51:07 -0400
...Van adventure and tech quiz I found this article most helpful in regard to idle issues: https://vancafe.com/blog/vanagon-running-problems?_kx...
Re: Breaking exhaust port bolt loose, 1.9L
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Fri, 15 Oct 2004 11:09:33 -0700
...About heating a nut with a torch -- this would be a new technique to me. If this was a nut then heating would make...
Re: Other stuff to check for rust-out (was Coolant pipes replacement)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 30 Jun 2006 16:17:40 -0400
...since the original > topic has > wandered off from practical tips into a highly technical > discussion of > various replacement pipes... > > At 05:41 PM 6...
Re: Boiling radiator light and tailgate gas struts
Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
Wed, 7 Jun 95 10:47:10 PDT
...have the right "tips" for the Vanagoing. VW gets muchodinero for a pair of new ones. -- -- ___ / __ __/ ____/ Al Knoll HP Performance Technology / / / / / Center Roseville, CA...
Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Wed, 11 Mar 2015 18:34:03 -0400
...Are these adequate, or should I go with the Moog, as recommended by > T3 Technique? Also, tried pressing Lower Control Arm Bushing on one...
Re: main bearing torque
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Mon, 5 Apr 2004 09:53:31 -0400
...buy your parts from them and then you can have the tech support you need its always cheaper to do it the right way...
Re: Confirmation on front wheel bearings adjustment
Historical mailing list - neil N
Fri, 4 Jul 2008 09:29:47 -0700
Those are good tips Jake. Didn't know about the wheel spinning thing. Makes sense. I too recall the screwdriver technique. (from other vehicles...
locker in 2wd 85 GL
Historical mailing list - Vanman
Sat, 31 Oct 1998 10:29:06 -0800
...How many miles can one expect out of these, and how much to replace/ rebuild one of these? Any tips? I was also thinking...
Re: Some thoughts on a FAQ Proposition
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 29 May 2002 00:14:44 -0500
...I'd suggest a different approach: #1) A supplement to the Westy Equipment manual furnished with the Westy, to contain tips and tricks relating...
Re: window frame parts problem solved
Historical mailing list - Mark Janello
Fri, 15 Sep 1995 14:36:46 -0400 (EDT)
...A fine swapmeet technique is to > buy your really heavy stuff right near the end, and the guy > will think about hauling those doors...
Re: Cascade audio double check
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:09:18 -0400
...Keep the tips coming! Eric Caron > On Jul 20, 2022, at 12:58 AM, OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > > Hey EC > > Here is My...
Re: Living in a van
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Thu, 23 May 2002 11:36:37 -0700
Not to be a enviro-Nazi, but technically, you should not rise "bio-suds" directly into a stream or lake. It should be done...
Re: Haynes Techbook Recommend
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 15 Oct 2010 19:51:16 -0700
...Haynes Techbook Recommend > > > > Hi all. >> >> Scott Daniel Foss made mention of this book just recently. It was buried >> in >> a thread I started but...
Re: Friday: Bosch MAF (mass air flow meter)
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Fri, 30 Jun 2017 19:28:21 -0700
...5 point Torx-like tips with the pin in the middle. Luckily, you can turn them just using pliers on the heads of the...
Re: digifant upgrade available in england
Historical mailing list - Robyn Rudisill
Thu, 8 Oct 1998 10:18:06 -0500
...BTW, this is the same technology as used in the VR6. Power plots for the Golf engine showed a gain of 10hp from 2000...
Re: 83 Diesel Questions
Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
Mon, 20 Sep 1999 16:26:32 -0400
...http://www.openmarket.com scan tips: http://www.hsdesign.com/scanning vanagon: http://www.hsdesign.com/vanagon *********************************************
Re: Gerry List
Historical mailing list - Jason
Sun, 7 Jan 2018 10:45:03 -0500
...See this tech article: > http://www.lsoft.com/news/techtipLSV-issue4-2011.asp > > What would be involved in upgrading gerry's listserv software to...
Re: Headlight upgrade issue
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:00:03 -0500
...it gives you a very clear swath of bright light that tips up on the right so you can see road signs, approaching animals...
Bought 88 GL today..need electric h-e-l-p!
Historical mailing list - digest Herbie Dave
Wed, 2 Apr 2003 19:48:09 EST
...You folks are the most knowledgeable and quickest responding techies on the web. I would appreciate any tips via e-mail. Please put VANAGON...
Re: missing the point
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 18:24:07 -0700
...There already are, and have been, all kinds of technologies in existence that an individual family can use to localize their energy production and...
Re: [WetWesties] POI Mega File for S&T Users Driving Westfalias Addemdum
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:47:07 -0700
...Found a tips & tricks page via POI Factory: http://home.comcast.net/~ghayman3/garmin.gps/index.html Haven't read through it, but it...
Re: Morning Gnarliness: how to deal with
Historical mailing list - Melissa Mourkas
Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:20:13 -0700
...J Squirrel wrote... >>> I would appreciate hearing tips from others who may have already >>> sorted out techniques for dealing with bucket drops. >>> >>> Those who...
Re: '88 Westy Bucking / Stalling
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Tue, 25 Aug 2020 11:44:13 -0700
...Jack R <jack007@comcast.net> wrote: > > > > Good tips for Matt... thanks Dan!!! > > > > I like Chevron Techron, from Costco, best prices and LiquiMoly is also...
Re: Clutch Cross Shaft Arm Wear. Abnormal? PICS
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 5 Apr 2010 13:41:26 -0700
...And I especially lube the tips of the fork arms - what's in your pics. > If it was clipped in there like it belongs...
Re: Rear Brakes: E-brake lever lube, E-brake spring function (purpose)
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
Fri, 6 May 2016 18:47:10 -0700
...Good tips. >> >> I've often wondered that if a backing plate became thin enough due to corrosion, >> would it flex under hard braking conditions...
Re: Header from Ahnendorp
Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
Wed, 14 Jun 2000 20:50:36 -0400
...Anyone ever try one of > these? Since the catalyst is no longer in the original position, I think > the header would be technically illegal...
Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
Historical mailing list - Michael McSwain
Thu, 2 Feb 2017 17:06:46 -0500
...On Fri, Jan 27, 2017 at 12:30 PM, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks the tips and input Richard. > > I have a...
Re: removing input shaft seal
Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
Sun, 13 May 2012 21:31:26 -0400
...AA Transaxle > 425-788-4070 > "On the cutting edge of Old technology" > 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk > 90 Doka Tristar...
Re: Rear Brakes: E-brake lever lube, E-brake spring function (purpose)
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Fri, 6 May 2016 21:25:14 -0700
...Good tips. >>> >>> I've often wondered that if a backing plate became thin enough due to >>> corrosion, >>> would it flex under hard braking conditions...
Re: Fuel Filter and Gas Tank
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 26 Nov 2005 23:44:04 -0500
...Not just from clogging, but fine abrasives will wear out the injector tips. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
Re: FW: Salt project
Historical mailing list - Brian T.
Wed, 4 Dec 2002 13:00:37 -0800
...Rico Baroga, WSDOT Maintenance, > 360-705-7864 (Olympia) > > > Changing technologies allow WSDOT to look again at > salt > > > OLYMPIA -- Advancing highway maintenance > technologies, motor vehicle...
Re: Leaky rear heater
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Fri, 15 May 2020 16:29:07 -0000
...Thanks for the tips everyone Jeff On May 15, 2020 at 8:50 a.m., Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET> wrote: Hi Jeff, I...
Too Much (Vanagon) Information; was: Re: California Camper Tops Vs. VW Camper tops
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:05:54 -0700
...I need to at least go through and weed out the non-technical stuff and separate out the working links. For one thing, opening...
Re: Morning Gnarliness: how to deal with
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:06:13 -0500
...I would appreciate hearing tips > from > others who may have already sorted out techniques for dealing with bucket > drops. > > Those who own and use...
Re: Friday: Bosch MAF (mass air flow meter)
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sat, 1 Jul 2017 00:04:22 -0400
...5 point Torx-like tips with the pin in > the middle. Luckily, you can turn them just using pliers on the heads > of the...
Re: Where to start?
Historical mailing list - David Gunning
Thu, 25 May 2006 06:24:32 -0400
...While it is may be technically accurate to suggest that the old "Splitties" are not vanagons, a longer view might encompass the realization that...
Re: Gas price war ~ way off topic (NVC)
Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
Thu, 20 Apr 2006 17:02:11 -0400
Brian Tipsword wrote: > Anyone ever read End of Oil or Crossing the Rubicon: The Decline of the American Empire at the End of the...
Re: ADVICE NEEDED.
Historical mailing list
Wed, 04 Jan 1995 20:41:12 +0500
...email at cbridge@vt.edu (simple!!) also- I'm a junior at Virginia Tech- Electrical Engineering. There are tons of VW's here in...
Re: Vanagon Digest - 23 Aug 1997 to 24 Aug 1997
Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
Mon, 25 Aug 1997 07:48:58 8
...A couple of tips: 1) I highly recommend that you do the installation yourself rather than let the hack RV techs at CW decide...
Re: Vanagon Digest - 23 Aug 1997 to 24 Aug 1997
Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
Mon, 25 Aug 1997 07:49:03 8
...A couple of tips: 1) I highly recommend that you do the installation yourself rather than let the hack RV techs at CW decide...
Re: Vanagon Digest - 23 Aug 1997 to 24 Aug 1997
Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
Mon, 25 Aug 1997 07:49:03 8
...A couple of tips: 1) I highly recommend that you do the installation yourself rather than let the hack RV techs at CW decide...
Re: What Grease to use on the Steering Box? ('81)
Historical mailing list - J. Stutsman
Fri, 22 Mar 1996 10:44:08 -0800 (PST)
...If you have any more tips a beginner might miss please pass them along. I am still waiting for the tools to come from...
Re: Cascade audio double check
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:49:24 -0700
...Prime day for the material I like the most. > > Keep the tips coming! > > Eric Caron > > > > On Jul 20, 2022, at 12:58 AM, OlRivrRat...
Re: Start battery any new tips when replacing?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Sun, 24 Dec 2023 14:45:19 -0500
...Both these sizes are becoming limited in choices and noe are available in AGM or other technologies. > > For the Westphalia the fit is even...
Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 11 Mar 2015 17:27:34 -0700
...Are these adequate, or should I go with the Moog, as recommended by > T3 Technique? Also, tried pressing Lower Control Arm Bushing on one...
Re: Some thoughts on a FAQ Proposition
Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
Wed, 29 May 2002 08:04:30 -0700
...the archives surely, >> but the >> technical literature, the Bosch Automotive handbook, listees and >> other web >> sites, or their own base experience. The topic could...