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• Re: Answer in the archives?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 1 Sep 2001 14:56:34 -0300
  I say YES! check the archives first. This lets a person ask a more intelligent question. You still get the give and take of...
• What's on YOUR checklist?
  Historical mailing list - Jay Roth
  Fri, 12 Mar 2004 18:10:16 -0600
  ...the past year, I was wondering what is on YOUR mechanical checklist for bringing a Vanagon out for a 24 hour roadtrip? There's...
• Re: Just got a vanagon check & replace list??
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 17:10:18 -0700
  ...Just got a vanagon check & replace list?? > Someone on this list had a list of to-do's for the new Vanagon > owner. My...
• 86'Gl nogo
  Historical mailing list - Dan Krautkremer
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 04:26:40 -0700
  ...I did a static check of all the sensors, all check out ok. I'm thinking computer, but why would it backfire and die...
• Re: No start after Temp II replacement
  Historical mailing list - James Reed-Jones
  Sat, 26 Jan 2008 13:28:14 -0500
  ...Checked for spark - good Checked for power at the injector harness - good Also, I noticed that while cranking after 10-15 cranks it sounded...
• Re: VANAGON digest 426
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Apr 95 8:15:41 EDT
  ...check the oil level and try to determine where the oil came from; it may have lost its oil filler cap - hence the whooping...
• Syncro Springs Payments
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Fri, 5 May 2000 23:29:04 -0700
  Brent suggested that I check out paypal for handling the syncro spring purchase. I did and it looks great ...no checks to write or...
• Re: <FMBC> Vanagon buyer's checklist......
  Historical mailing list - Good Ole Volk
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 20:54:07 -0700
  ...I just > purchased my 3rd vanagon and my wife is beginning to > wonder about my VW-habit.....I just want to check out > this...
• Re: First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 16 Aug 2002 17:08:03 -0700
  ...1) check your mixture (use an exhaust gas analyzer) 2) check your injectors and fuel pressure 3) check your ecu (swap it out see...
• Re: Maintenance Schedule
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 30 Nov 2004 13:24:01 -0700
  On 11/30/04 2:50 AM, "Calle" <vw.vanagon@TELIA.COM> wrote: > But then we have to take a yearly "traffic safety check...
• Checking Propane level
  Historical mailing list - Rich Durant
  Tue, 4 Aug 1998 15:12:06 -0700
  Hi Folks, Any way to check the propane level? Any kind of meter or indicator for the propane tank? Thanks -- Rich Durant 86 Westfalia...
• Ginster Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dave Rodriguez
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 13:03:31 EST
  Did anyone by chance pick up the latest VW Trends and check out the Ginster Yellow '87 Westy Syncro? Very nice van....check it...
• Re: Euro-Drive: 85 Volkswagen Vanagon, Hesitation/Low power
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 Apr 1999 07:51:47 EDT
  ...I am assuming you have already checked: cap, rotor, plugs, and plug wires. Ken Wilford Van-Again John 3:16
• Check for bad motor mounts
  Historical mailing list - Jason Yasment
  Fri, 18 May 2001 23:32:46 -0500
  Anyone got a 'quick & easy' way to check for bad motor mounts? Thanks, Jason M Yasment '84 Westfalia Troy, NY Free, encrypted, secure Web...
• Re: Friday spell check comment
  Historical mailing list - John Andrew
  Sun, 3 Jun 2001 09:15:03 -0600
  Hi all, Very sorry for the spell check comment. Just seems that the Tiico customer thread was getting way off line. Forgot it was...
• Re: My 84 Surges,like a short in injection
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 2 Feb 2000 09:12:26 EST
  ...Go through the proceedure to check everything with a multimeter at the ECU plug. Make sure everything is within limits. I would also check...
• Re: Check out the cover story!
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 17:01:45 -0600
  ...Check out the cover story! Folks, Check out the photo for the cover story about Wilma: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/ Very wet Volkswagen...
• Re: Oil pressure warnings, WAS: Mann Oil Filter and lifters
  Historical mailing list - James
  Sun, 2 Mar 2014 22:52:19 -0500
  If your 'check engine' light is on here in Ontario, the vehicle will fail it's 'every two years' emissions test now - testing places...
• Re: your mail
  Historical mailing list - patrick paul clerkin
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 16:47:10 -0500
  ...Yesterday we > attempted to pass the E Check, but we failed by 6% over on the CO2 check. > Her pipes are good, but the...
• Re: what do you think?
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 19:19:51 -0700
  ...There are lots of other things to check after that, but I've been told by my aircooled pals that the fist thing you...
• Re: Anyone ever tried this on their vanagon??????????????
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 15 Aug 2001 01:31:44 -0500
  ...Joe Schmo mails in his check for $69.95 for the small version. just to test it. b. company mails the magnets out, and...
• Re: Idiot lights
  Historical mailing list - wogdog
  Thu, 8 Jun 2006 18:51:36 -0700
  I checked the voltage at the alternator and at idle it's showing 12+V, I couldn't try increasing the RPM as my...
• Re: no spark (after timing/dwell checked?)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Sun, 16 Jul 2006 19:26:38 -0400
  ...cranked engine until points were open, then checked negative coil to >ground, still 12V when points are open. > >Does this mean the distributor is...
• New Yahoo help - Check All option is gone
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 08:17:19 -0700
  ...Yahoo's own text on the subject:� "To delete all of the messages currently showing in a folder, click the Check All link at...
• New List Site status report
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Thu, 12 Jun 1997 18:34:13 -0700
  ...I just went to the bank and deposited 142 checks and $114 in currency, totalling $1,819.00. I've written a check to...
• Re: Van still sick. Help
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 4 Sep 2001 15:06:18 -0400
  Have you checked the fuel pressure? Put voltmeter on the O2 sender. It should read 0.5 to 0.7 VDC when up to...
• Re: Syncro sporadic starting
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 21 Jan 2004 23:32:06 EST
  In a message dated 1/21/04 10:11:34 PM, blueydsoul@HOTMAIL.COM writes: << Any ideas? >> Pete, Start by checking the short, heavy...
• Re: Boston Bob Big Valve Update? Not really... (LONG)
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Fri, 18 Feb 2005 17:55:24 -0500
  ...So please, check the above..and tripple check those wires/grounds If all turned ok... well, check compression, but am sure it's fine...
• Re: Blinking coolant level light
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 08:25:13 -0600
  Charles Check the grounds from the body to the motor (left head) and from the body to the transmission. Also check the battery ground...
• Re: Pilot Bearing
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Wed, 8 May 2013 07:44:57 -0400
  I haven't checked that yet David - to be honest I didn't want to frig anything up. I'll check tonight. Thanks, Jeff...
• Re: Vanagon,90,Camper,Pre-Purchase Check
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 18 Feb 1999 01:10:59 -0800
  Go to http://members.tripod.com/~wetwesties/ and download a copy of Tobin Copley's buyer's checklist. It has everything you need... Jim...
• Re: Subject: Westy Cookware
  Historical mailing list - Brian Sassone
  Sat, 26 Aug 2000 08:05:11 -0700
  > I personally need to physically bond with a pot before I > buy it, which is why I recommend checking them out in person. I...
• Re: Thinking about adding Ratio rockers, checkout Pauter's Roller tip rockers...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 28 Aug 2000 22:03:46 EDT
  They also make pistons. For those looking for new pistons to go with a stroker crank and longer rods might check them out. Robert
• Where to get coolant system Pressure Checker?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Braden
  Sat, 22 May 2004 18:16:34 -0500
  Does anyone know where to get the coolant system pressure checker (attaches either to the pressure cap or the coolant tank) for an 1983...
• Re: A/C resuscitation - where to start?
  Historical mailing list - mad madeline
  Wed, 27 Jun 2007 17:54:20 -0700
  Tinting is on my list after I have the CV joints "checked"!! Madeline --------------------------------- Choose the right car based on your needs. Check out Yahoo...
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 9 Oct 2008 18:39:10 -0700
  I would open the case of the ECU and check pin #1 from inside provided that you have done checking from outside. If you...
• Re: '88 Failed Smog check
  Historical mailing list - tomdurkin
  Mon, 12 Apr 2004 05:51:56 -0700
  ...Monday, April 12, 2004 12:35 AM Subject: '88 Failed Smog check > Hello, > > I have a 1988 Vanagon with 168,000 miles that failed...
• Re: discount VANAGON parts new!! check this out!!! (f)
  Historical mailing list - Holm
  Sun, 14 Jan 2001 15:37:12 -0600
  ...discount VANAGON parts new!! check this out!!! (f) check this out...great parts we all desprately need for our vanagons at increduble prices!! LOL...
• Re: New Yahoo help - Check All option is gone
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 15:05:31 -0700
  ...New Yahoo help - Check All option is gone No offense to you folks but at 25 messages per page, if I read a few...
• Re: why is water squirting from city hook up
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:15:58 -0400
  ...Didn't know about a check valve in the city water hook up. Is there a way to check the check valves on both...
• Help w/2.1 What am i missing?
  Historical mailing list - Darren Lastfogel
  Mon, 8 Jun 2009 19:17:22 -0400
  ...I put in some new gas And It would not start, Checked my fuel pressure at the T and it was 35 psi I...
• Re: Aussie replacement for the Westie!!
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 20:51:47 -0700
  ...perfect mate!!!!!! > Check it out at: > http://4wd.sofcom.com/Perentie/6x6.html nah. in true german/austrian flavor, check out http://www.eurotruck...
• New VW Web SIte
  Historical mailing list - Tim McDermott
  Sat, 19 Oct 1996 00:36:25 -0400
  Hello, Has anyone checked out the new VW web site? It's really neat and you can order a brochure for the new 1997...
• Check this one out...
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
  Fri, 26 Mar 1999 14:10:18 -0800
  He y'all, check out the BJ45! www.landcruisers.com/other4x4.htm Almost as cool as a syncro westy!! (If only I felt like...
• Re: 84 turn light short
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Tue, 25 Jun 2002 18:49:51 EDT
  ...It was a double filament bulb, but check the grounds first. Cheers, Steve
• Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Steve Esayian
  Sun, 15 Dec 2002 17:10:36 EST
  ...I checked the fuse which controls same along with the A/C, power windows, power mirrors etc. Any suggestions on which to check next...
• Re: Check Compression: Warm or cold engine?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Mon, 12 May 2003 16:29:22 EDT
  ...03 3:04:26 PM, mwstebbins@YAHOO.COM writes: << Should I have the engine warm or cold when I check the compression?? >> Both. George
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - B.J.R.
  Thu, 9 Oct 2008 20:50:41 -0700
  I would open the case of the ECU and check pin #1 from inside provided that you have done checking from outside. If you...
• Re: 87 2.1 loss power
  Historical mailing list - Amy Miner
  Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:10:42 -0400
  It was down pouring outside so I couldn't check as much as I wanted. Here is what I did check. Fuel pressure from...
• Re: checking propane leaks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 1 Jul 2017 14:20:18 -0700
  ...Sorry. - check for leaks at union between supply line on fridge and shut off valve. On 7/1/17, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com...
• Steering Couplers
  Historical mailing list - David Cooper
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 22:24:45 EDT
  ...I was told to check my steering couplers first and I am sure glad I did. The two lower ones were virtually cracked through...
• Re: Ran regular, then rough,now no start
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 11 Jul 2004 19:12:42 -0500
  ...Just beginning the process of hunting down the problem and I would appreciate any input as to where or what to check first. > TIA...
• Re: weird smog rule
  Historical mailing list - westydriver
  Wed, 13 Nov 2002 19:43:07 -0700
  ...on some cars a diagnostic check actually has a step to check and make sure the gas cap is sealing correctly. jimt On Wednesday...
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome? ... please help
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 28 May 2018 15:05:45 -0600
  ...check fuel pump, check Hall sensor, check > ignition switch, check computer harness, check spark plug wire, check Hall > sensor wiring --> all for nope, no...
• Re: Dometic Fridge: Bah Humbug! <grin>
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 01:39:53 -0700
  Neil have you checked the psi the regulator is putting out? This was in the archives, 'how to' check and set the propane pressure...
• Re: Warning!! Something doesn't sound right here, I need some advice please
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 11:24:23 -0800
  Wouldn't the way be to cash the check and not do anything until it clears? But it does sound like a scam. William...
• Re: EBay (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Thu, 16 Nov 2006 17:07:03 -0500
  ...Check takes an extended period of time to be returned to your bank - > > Specifically - beyond the normal time your bank holds a check to...
• Re: Horn stuck once and quit beeped again today
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 19 Feb 2016 09:36:44 -0500
  ...This, of course, is the hardest part to check. If you wish, you can check everything else first. With the ignition switch in the...
• Re: Circuit breaker for sale
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Tue, 20 Aug 2002 07:03:22 -0700
  Had everything apart so I could check for voltage and all the connections were ether screw or wire nut. I'm still voting for...
• Re: Help! My New Van has the Intermittent syndrome!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Fri, 1 Aug 2003 06:36:18 -0700
  ...He checked the plugs and lines, no problems. He said the van otherwise is running like new. Any quick check list of things to...