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Re: what clues about engine health can I get...
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 15 May 2012 23:44:05 -0700
...If you are >>>>>>> not going to use the engine for a while, just leave them off to relieve >>>>>>> pressure on the springs and hydraulic...
Re: Proper Brake Pedal Feel/Travel?
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 23:09:29 -0700
...as air in the system compresses? > > Otherwise you are having a hydraulic pressure loss which is usually a > master > > cylinder problem. > > > Not really. Maybe...
Re: No Clutch-Thankks
Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 22:48:55 +0000
...and you are not > >leaking fluid externally anywhere else in the hydraulic system (i.e >your > >ckutch fluid level is not dropping), then your...
Re: Where to buy Limbo Hatch Stick?
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 06:44:05 -0700
...Cut those to just fit over the rod that comes out of the hydraulic cylinder when the strut is extended. You can open your...
Pop Mechanics/AllData CDROM Vanagon Shop Manual
Historical mailing list - Carl Turner
Thu, 12 Nov 1998 01:53:50 EST
...this Stabilant stuff when I go to order up that Lithium Hydraulic System grease that another list member discovered recently. ) Any questions about this...
Re: making sense of "M codes" ?? (vanagon option codes)
Historical mailing list - Maynard Southard
Tue, 26 Apr 2005 21:24:25 -0400
...full width partition between cab and load compartment > >> 657 - servo steering, hydraulic > >> > >> > >> > >> On 4/25/05, JordanVw@aol.com <JordanVw@aol.com> wrote: > >>> thanks...
Re: Bus for sale....(which year is best)
Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
Mon, 13 May 2002 16:47:22 -0400
...They had a great layout in the interior, the 2.0 with hydraulic lifters, and decent colors. I think, however (having owned both a...
Re: Auto Trans Install - Take Out Engine?
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Tue, 17 Aug 2004 11:08:13 -0700
...It's not too easy for me to > >lower the engine for adjustment. > > > >I do have a second small automobile hydraulic jack that may...
Re: Why Bigger Brakes Was Cause of brake rotor warping
Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
Sat, 14 Sep 2013 10:41:31 -0700
...heat > > there will be transferred right into the calipers and the > > hydraulics....Heat rises so the top of your wheels will get all the...
Re: Trouble getting WBX piston out
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Wed, 3 Oct 2012 18:35:20 -0700
...Do NOT fill the cap nuts with anything as that will hydraulically > prevent them from going all the way down. Apply the never-seize...
Re: what clues about engine health can I get...
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Tue, 15 May 2012 19:48:14 -0700
...If you are >>>>>>> not going to use the engine for a while, just leave them off to relieve >>>>>>> pressure on the springs and hydraulic...
Re: Leaking Head perment fix ??
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Thu, 15 Nov 2007 20:07:52 -0800
...ANY gasket will split (some call this 'hydraulic'ing) by applying excessive wet (un-cured) sealant, then promptly torqueing the part down tight. As...
Re: Tire rotating -- when?
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 5 Sep 2012 09:04:36 -0500
...The Prius does not have hydraulic power steering, but electric motors instead. Same shop, I had already bought new tires from (before the power...
Re: what clues about engine health can I get...
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Tue, 15 May 2012 22:40:51 -0400
...If you are >>>>>>> not going to use the engine for a while, just leave them off to relieve >>>>>>> pressure on the springs and hydraulic...
Re: rod knock on ivory '84 westy
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 15 Dec 2011 10:35:57 -0500
...I noticed a loud noise from my engine > and also a significant loss in power" make it sound like more than a hydraulic lifter...
Re: removing rear axle nut
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:53:16 -0600
...Regardless, I had no trouble getting the passenger side off while my son stood on the hydraulic brake pedal,for friction/resistance, but getting...
Re: Causes of rear brake soft pedal
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Mon, 24 Sep 2007 22:06:38 -0700
...I didn't open the rear hydraulics this time, so > > didn't > > bleed anything as a result. I will do a quick bleed and...
Re: Electric Power Steering
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 24 Jul 2015 20:23:13 -0400
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >> >> Hydraulic power steering has a continuous parasitic load even when not loaded. The need for p0wer steering assist is intermittent...
Re: 2.1 WBX Valve Adjustment
Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
Tue, 23 May 2017 16:33:01 -0700
...The engineering for hydraulic lifters is to reduce noise, maintenance, consistent valve operation. They should never be touched until a true repair is needed...
Re: here's a trick you seldom get to use ......bleeding clutch slave
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 8 Jul 2009 18:02:29 -0700
...year old, semi-water brake fluid, I must say ! and clutch hydraulics ................they need bleeding just like brakes. Amazing how thick clear brake fluid...
Re: "91 Subie Vanagon back on the road
Historical mailing list - JOHN LAUTERBACH
Fri, 16 Apr 2021 18:22:34 -0400
...six months at shops here in > > Macon, GA, getting repairs to hydraulic lines completed, new GoWesty > > plate-steel bumpers installed, and getting the rear...
Re: engine noises
Historical mailing list - Tom Young
Mon, 23 Jun 2003 20:27:34 -0700
...I know Boston Bob recommends it for pumping up hydraulic cam followers, but where that figure comes from, I don't know. Think about...
Re: 1981 Brake Caliper Decision
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Mon, 18 May 2015 09:22:40 -0700
...I'm certain no air is in the >> hydraulic system. >> The mechanic said he'd run into a problem like this before. He removed...
Re: Reality Check on New & Better VW Campers
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sat, 27 Nov 2010 12:26:40 -0800
...The cabin slides are >> hydraulic, and they're *strong.* The leveling feet carry seven >> thousand pounds plus each, and I've seen one punch...
Re: Theory: Clutch Master Cylinder
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 23 Feb 2005 15:44:07 -0600
...no real fluid transport through the > system > with a properly functioning hydraulic brake/clutch system. metal > particals are generated, i measured them :). these are...
Re: 1.6-l. '79-'82 type 2 aircooled pancake engine in Bug?
Historical mailing list - Brian Verbeek (by way of Brian Verbeek )
Wed, 22 Jan 1997 14:41:20 +0000
...It has a hydraulic cam and lifters which slide in after the case is bolted together. I didn't get the pushrod tubes with...
Re: Belly Pans for speed or MPG
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sat, 17 May 2008 23:58:47 -0500
...Accessories, yes - alternators, hydraulic pump, water pump - some problems, but not with the engine itself. My $0.02, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Chris...
Re: Grey oily spots on rear hatch
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:43:00 -0600
...and if it's stock 82 it's not hydraulic lifters...though someone could have put a hyd lifter engine in.. it's easy...
Re: Cross Country Travel Tips Wanted
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:05:14 -0700
...pressure gauge to qualify air levels in tires after repair also useful but only if you have room and sufficient paranoia a small hydraulic...
Re: !982 Diesel
Historical mailing list - Sylvain B
Tue, 26 Dec 2000 10:53:10 -0500
...1986 or so through 1992 have hydraulic lifters with a >cylinder block and head that are not interchangeable with older engines. >Turbocharged models are...
1800 engine in...finally! [longish]
Historical mailing list - Gregor Durstewitz
Sat, 30 Sep 1995 21:52:16 -0800 (PST)
...when we put the engine back in we had it supported on a hydraulic jack and got the lower engine- tranny-bolts started. no...
Re: Reality Check on New & Better VW Campers
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Fri, 26 Nov 2010 22:28:59 -0800
...The cabin slides are > hydraulic, and they're *strong.* The leveling feet carry seven > thousand pounds plus each, and I've seen one punch...
1800 engine in...finally! [longish]
Historical mailing list - Gregor Durstewitz
Sat, 30 Sep 1995 20:42:36 -0800 (PST)
...when we put the engine back in we had it supported on a hydraulic jack and got the lower engine- tranny-bolts started. no...
Re: Tranny oil cooler,(homemade kit?)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:44:20 -0800
...Keep in mind that even idling in neutral the tranny will >>> make heat just from the hydraulic pump and internal spinning and rubbing > parts...
Turbo question Water Jacket Seal failure
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Tue, 3 Sep 2002 08:31:20 -0700
...move and thus subjecting the thick rubber seal to the high hydraulic pressure generated by the cooling pump and a closed thermostat, and thus...
Re: Cold starting oil report Mobil 1 15w-50
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 26 Jan 2016 20:38:18 -0500
...Many of the in line VW and Audi engines (non-hydraulic lifters), ran near that pressure even hot. I get concerned as you go...
Re: Brakes- the saga continues
Historical mailing list - Michael
Thu, 1 May 2014 10:37:55 -0400
...of inattention to >>> allow a bit of air to enter the hydraulics...a very very small bubble of >>> air anywhere in the system will...
Re: Electric Power Steering
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 23 Jul 2015 22:30:28 -0400
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM <mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> > > Hydraulic power steering has a continuous parasitic load even when not loaded. The need for...
Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Tue, 25 Feb 2014 18:16:07 -0600
...If the clattering occurs when you start the van then goes away one or more of hydraulic lifters are collapsing. As long as the...
Re: Unimogs, was Re: Tristar Prices FWIW
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sat, 18 Nov 2000 19:57:58 -0800
...I was blown away by the extreme capabilities of the machine. Hydraulic-operated diff locks front and rear, big 20 inch wheels with strange...
Re: New owner of 91 Westy -- sticky valve
Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
Thu, 5 Sep 2002 19:22:13 -0500
...I wouldn't have know a person could run hydraulic lifters at .006 clearance if it weren't for Boston Bob, etc. Am I...
Re: AT problems again - Dennis H.?
Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
Fri, 26 Sep 2003 13:31:32 -0400
...Late engagement or having to rev the engine is usually a sign of >low hydraulic oil pressure. This can be caused by a clogged...
Re: Electric Power Steering
Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
Fri, 24 Jul 2015 22:24:44 -0400
...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >>> >>> Hydraulic power steering has a continuous parasitic load even when not > loaded. The need for p0wer steering assist is intermittent...
Shipping van to Europe (long :( )
Historical mailing list
Thu, 19 Jun 1997 15:12:00 -0300 (ADT)
...Like the M-Benz that was loaded under the 50 ton hydraulic ramp that gave access to the upper deck area. Deckhand forgot to...
Re: what clues about engine health can I get...
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 16 May 2012 16:13:58 -0400
...just leave >>>>>>> them off to relieve pressure on the springs and hydraulic >>>>>>> lifters. Check for collapsed or spongy lifters. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Ken >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Mon, May 14...
tool list
Historical mailing list - armando guzman
Tue, 20 May 2003 21:36:22 -0700
...Do I need a hydraulic jack... >and >how many tons should it be rated for... which leads to another topic... >what >is the list...
Re: Bluestar project.no start yet
Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
Sat, 11 May 2013 20:00:38 -0400
...Yes you can hydraulically lock up the engine this way. > Then when you can't get it to crank you can push start the...
Re: Heads back on, runs OK and dies
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sat, 29 Mar 2008 13:55:44 -0700
...I'll go over my method on adjusting hydraulic valve lifters if you want. Scott -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry...
Re: Darn idle, stalling, running rich...
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 6 Oct 2012 13:53:34 -0700
...that is backing the rocker arm screw out until the hydraulically lifter 'cushion'part isn't doing anything ? In any case.. if it runs...
Re: Dimensions for A/C hoses
Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
Thu, 27 Oct 2016 09:41:55 +0200
...I was looking to get the hoses fabricated at some typical hydraulic shop, re-using the existing fittings. > > I appreciate your offer and will...
Re: Leaky gas tank fix?
Historical mailing list - Anthony Polson
Sat, 15 Jun 2002 15:25:33 +0100
...Support the tank with a scissors jack, or a hydraulic bottle jack and a timber pad. When that bolt is removed, the steel section...
Re: spring vs gear clamps on silicone hose Re: Silcone Coolants lines ???Re: 85 Gl Auto Tranny 5/8" Coolant Hoses to Tranny Cooler Busted-
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 2 Jun 2007 14:50:14 -0400
...Neoprene with Armorcoat Temperature Range: -40�F 249.8�F > > > > > http://hydraulics2.goodyear.com/cfmx/web/hosesearch/hose_family_results.cf m? > > hosefamily=ARMORCOAT...
Re: Theory: Clutch Master Cylinder
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Wed, 23 Feb 2005 13:38:47 -0500
...no real fluid transport through the system with a properly functioning hydraulic brake/clutch system. metal particals are generated, i measured them :). these are...
Re: Engine Advice Needed-Valve lifters and adjusters.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 26 May 2014 08:40:16 -0400
...As for valve adjustment with the hydraulic lifters there are some things to be considered. For one they should never be operated or adjusted...
Re: Dangers of Ebay Adventures
Historical mailing list - PB
Sun, 3 Jun 2007 11:00:29 -0700
...drove, the better the Engine sounded !!! > I didnt know about the hydraulic lifter > emptying over time. > & I guess Neither did the car dealer !!! > Terra...
Re: AC Removal
Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
Sat, 28 Jun 2014 08:53:22 -0400
...This is a >>> PITA alone, but doable (i've used a bar stool and hydraulic jack sitting >>> on >>> the engine cover to prop up...
Re: Automatic transmission question
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:13:26 -0700
...especially brakes, clutch hydraulics and auto trans.. if it's on the edge already............changing the fluid 'a lot' can totally blow out the...
Re: Automatic Transmission
Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
Fri, 7 Feb 2003 12:15:40 -0800
...DIV> <P>>Usually, automatic clutch slippage is a sign of hydraulic failure. If </P> <DIV></DIV> <DIV></DIV> <DIV></DIV>>caught right...
Re: clutch time
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:35:48 -0700
...I had one for 50 dollars a month rent once, with a working hydraulic lift. I have no need for a lift at all...
'78 Bus still FS
Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
Wed, 6 Nov 96 21:25:31 EST
...injection, which functions wonderfully and has never given me any problems. Hydraulic valve lifters. New pushrod tube seals (did this myself, not too long...