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• Re: Air in Brake Circuit
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hudgik
  Sun, 14 Dec 1997 09:39:27 -0500
  ...Depending on how the hydraulics are split (front/rear or diagonally), the usual sequence is to bleed the wheels furthest from the master cylinder...
• NVC: Top Fuel Dragster Stats
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 4 Dec 2003 08:11:16 -0700
  ...Cylinders run on the verge of hydraulic lock at full throttle. . At the stoichiometric 1.7:1 air/fuel mixture for nitro methane the...
• Re: First trip with to be named Vanagon - some "excitement"
  Historical mailing list - Frank Schultz
  Wed, 3 Sep 2008 09:41:27 -0400
  ...Even hydraulic valves should get annual adjustment. If compression on any cylinder is below 90PSI you need to service that cylinder head. In the...
• Re: Bad valve? Lifter? Help!!! TICK TICK TICK!!
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Merrill
  Tue, 2 Nov 1999 12:03:17 -0500
  ...as far as I can tell) With the tube off the hydraulic lifter can be removed. No head removal required! I ordered collapsible tubes...
• Re: shuddering clutch
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Fri, 26 Sep 2003 21:26:14 -0700
  ...I would have thought it > would be fairly consistant. > another question would be, how do you guys lower the > tranny on a hydraulic jack...
• Re: Power steering leak near reservoir
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sat, 18 Jan 2014 22:53:02 +0000
  ...The fitting of the pressure line is compromised - and to remedy you > need > to remove the hose - take it to a local hydraulic fitting...
• Head Corrosion prevention Discussion
  Historical mailing list - mark keller
  Fri, 12 Dec 1997 06:53:56 -0400
  ...Would sombody email me about it. > >My current theory of "hydraulic pressure", generated by the water pump, >which forces coolant beneath the seal before...
• Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
  Historical mailing list - C. Abney
  Sat, 21 May 2016 22:01:30 -0700
  ...These do not come in the >> kits. >> >> Where though? Some other thread mentions getting correct o-rings from >> a hydraulics parts store, what about...
• Re: 81 Vanagon needs restoration looking for ideas
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Tue, 10 Jun 2003 07:57:02 -0400
  ...When I'm done, the mechanicals and electricals and hydraulics will be spec throughout and it will drive as a new Vanagon should. German...
• Re: Parts Cleaner Recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 8 Sep 2008 21:41:12 -0500
  ...table top and 20 gallon >> sink type both sold at Northern Hydraulics (NH). There are a few >> other companies selling very similar products. These...
• Re: Why Bigger Brakes Was Cause of brake rotor warping
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 14 Sep 2013 19:36:59 -0400
  ...There are also transmission regarding systems that use hydraulic pressure accumulation to reduce speed. Dennis, From my phone. ________________________________ From: Dave Mcneely<mailto:mcneely4@COX...
• Re: Preemptive water pump replacement? Miscellaneous Chatter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:24:34 -0500
  ...pushed out of the case and my favorite is having bearing hydraulically lock to the crank and spin with it. I've seen main...
• Re: Dimensions for A/C hoses
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Wed, 26 Oct 2016 14:36:37 +0200
  ...So I was looking to get the hoses fabricated at some typical hydraulic shop, re-using the existing fittings. I appreciate your offer and...
• WTB: NOS or never rebuilt CV Type IV Case for up to $300
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Mon, 3 Mar 2003 13:59:48 -0500
  ...It has the enclosed breather box (part of the casting) and normally had hydraulic lifters. I am willing to pay for a good case...
• Re: Transporter
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Mon, 28 Aug 2000 00:21:36 PDT
  ...I'm also partial to hydraulic valves because I'm lazy >and that means '78 or '79. > >Still I think you want (need) is...
• Re: Jack Stands
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:24:08 -0800
  ...Also, has anyone used those bottle jack hydraulic types. I wonder if they could be used with the extension meant for the HiLift (as...
• Re: need to replace boot on steering rack
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 29 Aug 2024 06:16:22 -0700
  ...I presume just lightly coat the shaft that goes into the hydraulic portion of the rack and fill the ball/socket assembly where the...
• DAS BOOT HAS ENGINE RUNNING!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Hall
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 20:45:01 -0600
  ...She fired no problem!!! But that irritating valve noise was extremely loud, I suppose from hydraulic lifters that had drained down with the engine...
• Re: lifters for new engine? - and increased stroke
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 23 Mar 2003 20:12:11 -0600
  ...There are people doing crazy things with > >water boxers - far exceeding these minor mods. > > > >It looks like i am going to stick with hydraulic...
• Re: Replace Hydraulic lifters with solid lifters?
  Historical mailing list - d spence
  Thu, 9 Nov 2006 22:50:27 -0700
  ...See below > Can I replace stock hydraulic lifters with solid ones? > Is this a bad idea? goofymuso@YAHOO.CA � OIL IS KILLING OUR CARS...
• Re: changing to synthetic oil
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 26 Aug 2005 10:53:53 -0500
  ...These particles can block oil passages, stick the guts of your hydraulic lifters, clog up your filter, remove good varnish that is sealing old...
• Re: Hydraulic lifter wear/cleaning question
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:25:19 -0700
  Wasserboxer 1.9L short block is said to be less likely need overhaul especially if it has low or medium total mile age on...
• Re: 2013 California
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 12 Feb 2013 17:26:35 -0800
  ...Bi-turbodiesel option, double glazed windows, electro-hydraulic opening top, lots of cup holders and the clever storage that you expect from a VW...
• Re: spoats cars, definition thereoff ..
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Sat, 29 May 2004 13:59:38 -0800
  ...NOT hydraulic) and radiator fans > that ran off the engine (not electric) and tail lights that could only > be seen at night from maybe...
• Re: oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sun, 6 May 2007 21:42:54 -0700
  ...Besides, my hydraulic lifter noise became very loud. The noise would go away after I rev'ed the engine up and down a few...
• Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:05:05 -0400
  ...Before the days of hydraulic lifters most of the VW-Audi in line engine would run ~75-90 psi hot. That is why there...
• Re: one van for two people?
  Historical mailing list - Julianna Thoennes
  Thu, 20 Nov 2003 10:38:27 -0800
  ...quirks (mainly with > the FI adapting to the larger engine), but i honestly > feel everything is reliable now (new hydraulics, > rebuilt tranny, new engine...
• Re: brake and clutch fluid reservoirs
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 17 Nov 2014 13:11:48 -1000
  ...But both these hydraulic systems can operate perfectly well while experiencing a slow leak. Then one day they fail as the level drops further...
• Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:10:17 -0700
  ...is not hanging by the hose. >>> No need to open the hydraulics. >>> >>> then the disc and hub will come off the spindle. >>> Should really...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 12:50:11 -0600
  ...This is often known as > > a Hydraulic Electric Unit Injector, (HEUI). On some engines these are > > calibrated so tight then when replacing them the...
• Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Mon, 26 Apr 2010 04:19:55 +0000
  ...is not hanging by the hose. > > > > No need to open the hydraulics. > > > > > > > > then the disc and hub will come off the spindle. > > > > Should really...
• Re: Need advice on Brake issues and shifting issues
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drexler
  Wed, 9 Dec 2009 10:52:38 -0500
  ...No brake job is really complete without the hydraulics. Pad and shoe choice is extremely critical on the Vanagon especially with the small size...
• Re: Problem: While Removing from Disc Brake Pads the top Caliper Receiving Bolt Wont Slide In & Out of the Carrier - Siezed
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 18 Jun 2011 15:01:20 -0700
  ...so you block off the RF brake hydraulics that way ... remove the whole caliper assembly ( sounds like you really should have a whole new...
• Archives?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Bulley
  Tue, 25 Jul 2000 14:02:12 -0400
  ...yes, you should adjust > your hydraulic lifters occasionally, and reset the preload to (some > disagreed here) to 1/2 turn, (180 degrees) instead of...
• Re: Aircooled Westy 0-60
  Historical mailing list - G.M.Bulley
  Thu, 3 Oct 2002 18:58:40 -0400
  ...If you are really bugged by it, a #71 Web (hydraulic) cam, fat valves and some porting work can clear it up, but you...
• Re: Wondering about coolant physics
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 1 Jan 2016 16:56:05 -0500
  ...Since the boost gauge is > operating in the liquid hydraulic mode, the pressure and vacuum response is > instantaneous. The fitting in the coolant level...
• Re: '87 Westy for $2900 bucks!!
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 19 Sep 2013 11:38:06 -0700
  ...CV boots are shot, the gear oil > needs changing .. > the clutch hydraulics need bleeding, > the entire shift linkage needs thorough lubrication, and possibly > adjustment...
• Re: Clutch Chatter Question
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Wed, 19 Dec 2001 09:30:48 -0500
  ...Be sure that the clutch hydraulics are bled free of air and moisture. An air bubble in there could allow the release mechanism to...
• Building that engine, but got sidetracked with the car (part2)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Apr 1995 22:47:42 -0700
  ...Wednesday, April 19, Goof with list, ask about hydraulics figuring that if I reeaallly wanted them I could still get them in. Go out...
• Re: 1.9l WBX to 2.1l WBX Swap Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 21 Jan 2014 16:48:55 -0800
  ...working at home, no lift, but lots of ramps and multiple hydraulic jacks) Will I need the 2.1l exhaust headers, transverse pipes, c...
• Re: Frugal to the nth
  Historical mailing list - Joachim Preiss
  Sun, 2 Feb 2003 12:17:49 -0500
  ...Pardon me, but if my hydraulic pump goes out, I am not > going to put a used pump on except as an emergency to...
• Re: Oh Shit!
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Wed, 24 May 2000 22:11:33 -0700
  ...to the job, I do have access to a 25 ton hydraulic >press, and access to a mechanic that has worked a few years...
• Re: weak engine power after van sits - recently changed lifters
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Thu, 1 Jul 2004 08:43:35 -0700
  ...http://www.bostonengine.com/articles/hydraulicll.htm I have poor performance when the engine is cold and has been sitting for 3 days. My...
• Re: Replacing Lifters
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 7 Jun 2005 08:40:23 -0500
  ...Replacing Hydraulic Lifters >> >> Hi all, >> >> I have been away for a while, but am back to wanting to use my van a >> bit >> more...
• "Trip" report: journey in a cruddy '65
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Thu, 23 Feb 2006 21:42:07 -0800
  ...The brakes (hydraulic) pulled to the side at first, but for some reason, started working fine after 10 or 15 miles. I suppose this...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Antony P Marsh
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:26:41 -0500
  ...This is often known as >> a Hydraulic Electric Unit Injector, (HEUI). On some engines these are >> calibrated so tight then when replacing them the...
• Re: Not breathing right
  Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
  Sun, 20 May 2001 22:04:21 -0600
  ...on fresh engines. >> >> >The standard 2 turns on adjusting screws on hydraulic cams may >> just >> >> need >> >> >to be backed off 1/2 turn until...
• Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 17:38:43 -0500
  ...adjustments > > spark plugs: Bosch W5DCO / W7CCO > electrode gap: .7mm > valve clearance: hydraulic > compression: 11 - 14 bar (150 psi - 195 psi) > oil pressure: 2 bar...
• Re: Setting E-brake causes adjuster to adjust? Hot Drums.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 20 May 2016 06:47:58 -0700
  ...I, too, have been fiddling with the rear brakes, clutch, and hydraulics to get a firm high pedal...three times around, bleeding everything, adjusting...
• Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:08:42 -0500
  ...Before the days of hydraulic lifters most of the VW-Audi in line engine would run ~75-90 psi hot. That is why there...
• Re: Hung in the middle - Bumper drawings
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 23 May 2002 21:54:20 -0500
  ...Electrical contractors use a Greenlee hydraulic bender that is less than 100 pounds to bend pipe up to 4" inside diameter ....... just not high...
• Re: Mechanic had to pull transmission again, what would you do?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 15:38:19 -0700
  ...Clutch, flywheel (from parts van) and pilot bearing replaced (new part) > - Hydraulic system bled > - Transmission installed in good van > > New Parts $71.85 > - Pilot...
• DAS BOOT HAS ENGINE RUNNING!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Hall
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 21:02:07 -0600
  ...She fired no problem!!! But that irritating valve noise was extremely loud, I suppose from hydraulic lifters that had drained down with the engine...
• Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 17:19:24 -0500
  ...adjustments >>>> >>>> spark plugs: Bosch W5DCO / W7CCO >>>> electrode gap: .7mm >>>> valve clearance: hydraulic >>>> compression: 11 - 14 bar (150 psi - 195 psi) >>>> oil pressure: 2 bar...
• Re: 1987 Vanagon GL Synchro for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Simon Glen
  Fri, 26 Jan 2001 21:17:14 +1000
  ...Up Roof (April 2000) > * New Fire Extinguisher > * Receipts > > Extras > * Some Tools, > * Hydraulic Jack AND Factory Jack, > * Mains Recharger, > * 2 x Deck Chairs and small...
• Re: Raising poptop with kayak on roof
  Historical mailing list - George Mercer
  Fri, 19 Mar 2004 20:43:06 EST
  ...If he can't > >either, that will be useful info. > > > >Help!!!! Please!!!! I have a vague recollection of hearing someone > mention > >hydraulics to help...
• Re: Air conditioning hose
  Historical mailing list - David J. Bohannan
  Fri, 3 Sep 2004 12:46:05 -0500
  ...If not...bad news, you'll have to pull off the damaged hose, take it to someplace that makes hydraulic & A/C hoses and...
• Re: Repeat post: (was: # head gasket failure modes and emergency temporary fixes)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 13 Nov 2004 22:01:59 -0600
  ...no timimg belt or >> valve adjustments thanks to hydraulic valve lifters, >> etc.), and it's a pitty a simple rubber gasket that >> blows often...
• Re: Pending clutch replacement
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Wed, 11 May 2016 11:42:14 -1000
  ...There is a small mod needed for the flywheel to use that tho. ..but it's way mo' betta. ) change your clutch hydraulic fluid...
• Re: Power Steering issue...
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Sat, 15 Apr 2006 20:40:31 -0400
  ...steering friction, and a test using gauges to check the steering >> hydraulic system pressures. Other than that, the wheel should be much >> easier >> to...