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San Diego Craigslist...anybody tried this Vanagon shop?
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Sat, 6 Feb 2010 09:46:52 -0800
...suspension overhaul including shocks, springs, wheel bearings, trailing arm bushings, and constant velocity joint service/replacement *Complete front suspension overhaul including shocks, springs, upper...
Re: vanagon with ticco engine/vibrations
Historical mailing list - Julianna Thoennes
Sun, 23 Feb 2003 21:41:39 -0800
...Totally gone. > Smooth constant sound all the way up the tach. A day later I discovered > that the bracket that maintains belt tension on...
Re: Lifter adjustment VOODOO
Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:55:25 -0700
...Wait some hours or days and the >constant pressure from the valve spring will force some oil to escape >from the lifter and eventually...
Re: Changes to a '90 Westy
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Thu, 18 Jun 2015 19:36:56 -0500
...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: Electrical Gremlin
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:28:17 -0800
...The > only constant drain is a car alarm LED that has been in the camper for 22 > years. > > Thanks for any words of wisdom...
Re: Fix it as it needs?...or Go For IT!!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Tue, 20 Mar 2012 22:13:31 -0500
...regarding parts and so forth) > > So we all know we are constantly dealing with old age on our beloved Vanagons; thanks to this List...
Re: bucking at 2K rpm
Historical mailing list - Jeff Hartman
Wed, 5 Nov 2008 21:56:26 -0900
...Also, my headlight beam was flickering constantly at almost all rpms before cleaning the alternator contact. It now is very steady except for an...
Re: 88 GL Tachometer Inop after New Coil Install
Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
Fri, 10 Jan 2014 01:14:18 -0800
...heck .no kidding ..my life involves a constant battle against poor electrical contact... on 110AC house stuff.. on car stuff...on computer stuff.. no...
Re: (Fwd: gas out )NO VANAGON CONT.
Historical mailing list - frank n. furter
Wed, 7 Apr 1999 11:03:08 -0700
...It was a gradual price drop over 6-7 months, caused by CONSTANT overproducing of non-compliant OPEC member-nations. We aren't talking...
Re: Overheating on 1985 Westie
Historical mailing list - Joe L.
Fri, 23 Jun 2000 12:47:15 -0400
...What really drove me nuts was that this impeller slipping was not constant. Every now and then symptoms would vanish for hours; the result...
Re: [WetWesties] pumped out -VOODOO
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 8 Oct 2008 12:40:14 -0700
...I am constantly tightening up female spade connectors, and treating the contact surfaces, and so forth. Think on a molecular and atomic level too...
Re: Purpose of "Voltage Stabilizer" in Instrument cluster?
Historical mailing list - Ikard
Sun, 6 Jul 2008 08:20:06 -0700
...conjunction with the engine >> coolant temp gauge? > > Yes, it provides a constant 10 volts for the gauges. > >> i.e. if one took the engine...
Re: Thoughts on 2000 eurovans
Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
Sat, 26 Jul 2014 09:52:08 -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: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
Wed, 15 Sep 2004 16:34:08 -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...
Re: Wife is done with Vanagon and camping!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 30 Jun 2013 23:40:02 -0400
...The one thing I hate is the constant moving of stuff to use the beds or whatever you need. The RV makes one feel...
Rear Hatch Power Lock Fix
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Sun, 26 Jul 1998 20:41:25 -0400
Finally got to pissed at the constantly locking itself when I closed it rear hatch lock today, this seems a fairly common malady on...
Re: Blinkers not working???
Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
Sat, 1 Mar 2008 16:06:41 -0500
...What I'm getting is dim green led that's on constant, if the flip the >> stalk to use the blinker the green light...
Re: Galley lighting addition
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Sun, 29 Jun 2014 08:03:53 -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: Deer whistles--do they work?
Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
Mon, 9 Sep 2013 21:24:12 -0700
...no they don’t then! I conclude from this paper that constantly honking your horn is the only effective method to alert deer. Not...
Re: 81 Manual Transmission
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 24 May 2010 16:34:42 -0700
...Apparently the rest of the gear got grind away by > the constant friction. Going with 60kmh on the single lane highways > was neither a...
Rich running condition-RESOLVED!(long)
Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
Sat, 6 Jun 2009 17:24:37 EDT
...What I thought were just RPM variations from wear in the distributor or problems with an old Hall unit were probably constant input changes...
Re: more Q's on the TDI
Historical mailing list
Thu, 6 Jun 96 10:26:18 +0200
...a gas engine (2 to 3 times as high) it will constantltly detonate, pre-ignite etc, ytou may even find that the only thing...
Re: Boston Bobs day at the dyno
Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
Fri, 21 Dec 2001 09:48:40 -0500
...increased fuel pressure trick with the vise grips did hold a constant pressure according to my gauge threwout the power run with no change...
Re: WBX bashing
Historical mailing list - Sam Scholten
Wed, 31 Jul 2002 12:39:25 -0700
...known WBX "head gasket problem". > The list tends to be a constant soap box for WBX > technical experts like Stan > who thinks that >100K...
Re: Westy LuggageRack Noise
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Thu, 21 Dec 2023 20:03:24 -0500
...In the Manual 84, I’m constantly asking drivers to slow down. 75 is easy for them to go but I try to keep...
Re: Any Guesses ~~ Now For Sure Your Turn Please ~ Update
Historical mailing list - Mbob1950
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 06:07:29 -0500
...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: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:06:38 -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: Intake air flow, improvement possible?
Historical mailing list - jimt
Sat, 27 Nov 2004 16:21:01 -0700
...A gasoline engine needs to > maintain a relatively constant air fuel ratio. > > 2. The stock air filter - throttle body - intake manifold system is capable...
Re: Question about pressure bleeder
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sat, 26 Feb 2005 09:27:25 -0800
...But this is only the case if your bleeder constantly fills the reservoir, and if the bleeder has enough capacity to "store" a good...
Re: Installing an after market radio?
Historical mailing list - David Hally
Sun, 2 Sep 2007 16:43:56 -0700
...radio will draw almost all of its power from the battery > (constant power) lead. From your question, it appears you've already > identified a...
Re: Was: Leaky ... fuel injector? Now: suck fuel/air through vaccum side of fuel regulator?
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Mon, 12 Nov 2007 09:54:26 -0800
...I think one of the injectors has its > > > core shot out and the engine has become a deep pit for receiving > > > constant flow of...
Re: Recoined Brake Shoes. Means: Arced ?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 16 May 2012 17:33:48 -0700
...spacers for > the bottom pivot. > > If the lining material is of constant thickness, there's no possible > way for it to have full effective...
Tail light lense temps , part 2
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Sat, 30 Oct 2004 20:23:40 -0700
...the experiment again with the brake lights and then I will > prop the brake pedal such that the brake lights stay on constantly. > > Mark >
Re: excessive tire wear on outside while turning
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 27 Jan 2005 20:26:45 -0500
...If these > bushings allow the rod to move under load, the Caster adjustment will > constantly change. As the caster difference changes from side to...
Re: Searching archives - 50 most discussed topics
Historical mailing list - honemastert
Thu, 30 Jun 2005 11:41:50 -0700
...I know, we have over fifty >> general problems, but that would solve the constant asking for the same >> questions.... >> best to have the best...
Re: Oil Pressure Light on-need help! (dealer cant fix it)
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Sat, 5 Apr 2008 00:05:20 -0400
...While it is running the oil psi light/buzzer are constantly on. Since he gets everything done at the dealer, he took it there...
Re: Camper Light power and ground
Historical mailing list
Wed, 26 Jan 2022 11:51:34 +0000
...This might be a simple resistor or like in some modern automotive lighting, a constant current source. Either way, a shorted LED will not...
Re: Coolant Loss/Hose clamp tips?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 17 May 2019 23:28:32 -0400
...Such clamps are specifically designed to exert constant tension in the face of aging changes in the hoses and variations of temperature. You should...
Re: Beyond Vanagon-Keeping older vehicles!
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sat, 23 Mar 2013 08:59:15 -0700
...What some like about > the Vanagon is constantly working on it. For them, what other reason is > there to have a vehicle? > There are...
Re: Should I replace my transmission?
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:52:45 -0500
...But I worry about it constantly! It really kills my buzz > whenever I'm driving, and that's a big deal for me right...
Re: Help! '87 Westy won't start...
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:00:36 -0700
...On Fri, Apr 17, 2009 at 7:18 AM, Marc Perdue <mcperdue@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm constantly amazed at how many...
Re: oh No!- My "New" 1984 Westy Shuts Down on the H-Way!
Historical mailing list - The Skylight Guy
Tue, 24 Nov 1998 23:08:01 -0800
...It slowed to about 40 MPH, and thereafter had hesitation > symptoms on both accelleration and at constant speed. > > I have not driven the Westy...
Re: Does the A/C Recirculate? (Q 2 of 2)
Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
Wed, 26 May 1999 00:52:53 -0500
...flaps that have worn edge seals (very common), then you are constantly trying to cool and dehumidify fresh air (i.e., hot and humid...
Re: running rich/low power
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Sun, 28 Nov 1999 12:09:14 -0800
...speed of anything, lets use 3000, and then with the > throttle constant, the engine clears up and gains another 600 - 800 RPM. > And at...
Re: What is the worst design part in the Vanagon WAS-Re: OEM Pop Top Seals
Historical mailing list - David Menche
Mon, 19 Jul 2004 22:06:32 -0700
...These holes are right in front of the wheel arch so the holes can > >be kept constantly wet just in case they don't...
Re: Kens trip & can Westys climb mountains?
Historical mailing list - Antony Marsh
Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:27:18 -0400
...This was a manual trans so I was constantly stirring the stick to find the right gear. I want to go back to Colorado...
Re: cv-joints: Constant Velocity Marihuana?
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Fri, 08 Jul 94 08:49:46 CDT
On Fri, 8 Jul 94 05:36:18 CDT William Warburton said: > This I'm not convinced about- given that the drive plates at...
Re: Bob's Posts to the net
Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
10 Mar 1996 19:54:19 -0800
...Perhaps it is an extension of a philosophy from the school I attended - although enrolled in a engineering program, we were constantly hammered to...
ECU Logic for surging, bucking, and low power.
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Wed, 3 Nov 1999 19:35:09 -0800
...The constants were: cold air or rain, and the engine would only have enough fuel supply to idle. As a result I would turn...
Re: ?Polisher/Buffer or Sander/Polisher?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sat, 20 Mar 2004 20:13:46 -0600
...The thing seemed to be constantly asking,"Should I burn through or not?" > > > >My question: Do the orbital polisher/buffers (WEN for one) work...
Re: Michelin Tire Experiences
Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
Sun, 10 Dec 2006 19:50:19 -0800
...If you constantly load at or near the maximum vehicle weight you should probably buy heavier rated tires. I use 15" Load C tires...
Re: Boston Bob....AVP....GEX...???
Historical mailing list - Tom Myers
Tue, 1 Jan 2008 14:17:30 -0500
...which is obviously not an indicator of > anything but the owner. > > When we hang out and talk engines, it constantly amazes me the kinds...
Re: What is the best grease for CV joints?
Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:57:40 -0500
...enhanced high-temperature CV joint specified EP (extreme >pressure) grease in constant velocity joints. Regular grease should >never be used. It's also important...
Re: Poor man battery testing
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:43:24 -0500
...Real load > banks compensate buy increasing the load as the voltage drop to > maintain a constant current draw. The inverter may also do that...
Re: map light
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 7 Nov 2012 15:35:25 -0600
...like 18 inch long ones > >> - don't need that. > >> I'm constantly using my map light to find stuff in the cockpit at night...
Re: Engine management
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 14 Jan 2000 12:04:21 -0600
...A pilot is constantantly juggling speed, distance, payloads, and fuel loads against time to make the economics of each flight work to the optimum...
Re: Help! No ground to the fuel injectors???
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Mon, 17 Dec 2001 23:10:23 -0800
...But no ground to the injectors - no pulse, no constant ground, nothing. I drove the car prior to pulling the engine, so I don...
Re: low fuel pressure and lean engine
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Sun, 4 Jul 2004 17:08:23 -0700
...If this is it, watch out as the container will quickly empty as the regulator normally constantly releases pressure into the return line and...
Re: need headlight lenses
Historical mailing list - Birkenfeld Jeff
Tue, 24 Aug 2004 08:31:08 -0500
...you are a problem solver...same applies to vanagon ownership...a constant problem solving challenge....keeps us on our toes and in game. The...
Fwd: What IS Vanagon Syndrome, exactly?
Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
Sat, 19 Oct 2013 16:57:03 -0700
...Calculation of the RC time constant of the circuit >> seems to support this. >> >> Larry A. >> >> >> >>> On Fri, Oct 18, 2013 at 10:44 AM...