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Re: CV joints. Adding new grease.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 27 Dec 2001 10:21:41 -0500
...If grease is coming out the small end, the boot was overfilled. The boots should not have much grease in them at all. The...
tranny boots...
Historical mailing list - John Gladu
Mon, 11 Feb 2002 06:27:54 -0600
Where can I get the boots that cover the shifter linkage at the tranny? My '90 has three of them - two on the shift...
FW: Wanted: Syncro tranny shift boot
Historical mailing list - Benjamin E. Beasley
Fri, 28 Mar 2003 11:14:15 -0500
I, too, need the syncro shift boot. Checked Bus-boys, checked Vanagin, checked Bus Depot with no luck. Is this a dealer-only type...
Re: CV boots--again
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:33:09 -0500
...I heard tell on this list how the OEM boots were heavy and pliable like boots of yore, and not like the paper-thin...
Re: CV joint boots
Historical mailing list - Gene P
Sun, 15 Aug 2021 19:58:10 -0700
...CV joint boots >>> For the Rockford boots many of us recently started using it think the main problem is that they are too stiff...
air intake boot repair
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
Sat, 2 Sep 2006 23:44:24 -0400
Howdy, I have made a few attempts at repairing my Air Intake Elbow Boot (rubber pipe between air flow meter and throttle body, s...
Grease Needles for CVs, Rabbit Joke /f
Historical mailing list
Thu, 20 Apr 1995 18:58:47 -0700
...Before you go out and punch holes in your CV boots, however, stop and ask yourself, if the old grease is missing, where did...
Air Intake Boot clamp/seal question
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Sprague
Tue, 22 Mar 2005 14:13:13 -0800
...My air intake boot keeps slipping off of the connection on the top that leads to the air filter. (I know, that's super...
Re: CV replacement questions
Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
Sat, 18 Jun 2011 12:50:33 -0700
Hello Carl, The CV boots should be the same size as the stock manual trans CV boots in regular Vanagons. There are some models...
86 Vanagon CV boots replacement
Historical mailing list
Wed, 20 Mar 1996 23:19:02 -0500
My van has one torn CV boot. I was wondering is it an easy procedure to SC>replace. Which is the best replacement part...
Re: tie rod boots
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:38:02 -0700
Dennis - We were taking about the smaller outer boot on the tie rod end, not the bigger boots at the rack, which are also...
Re: [T2] Clicking CVs
Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
Mon, 2 Oct 2000 15:40:16 -0400
I agree with George on the Lobro boots...Mine look 10 years old after 6 months on the van..have began to crack in...
Cv boots cracking
Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:30:49 -0400
...At best, they're only two years and about 10,000 miles old but I'm finding that several of the boots are already...
Re: 251 711 167 E Boot
Historical mailing list - Matthew
Tue, 7 Oct 2003 09:26:28 -0700
...I'm curious how the bike inner tube and zip ties would be arranged > to act as a boot? So the boot. I put...
shifter boot part #
Historical mailing list - Brien Dews
Tue, 8 Feb 2005 22:04:26 -0500
Hey all, I need the part number for the shifter boot for an 84 manual tranny. Any help out there/ Thanks in Advance. Brien...
Still Confused about Syncro CV Boots
Historical mailing list
Mon, 12 Feb 2001 16:20:36 EST
...However in the ETKA it shows the inner front boot looking just like the rear boot (has a metal end on it with holes...
Re: Puzzler: Why Do Syncro Front/Outer Boots Differ by year?
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Fri, 13 Mar 1998 15:15:51 -0800
...My guess is that the original boots were black and were superseded by the white ones, which (I'm guessing again) may be made...
Re: scary noises when turning
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Wed, 21 Feb 2001 08:07:41 -0800
...I looked under the front end today and everything appeared okay except for the rubber boots that go on the steering. **** try pushing thing...
Re: tie rod boots
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:56:24 -0500
...http://www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/tie-rod-ends/boot-tie-rod-end-113415835 for my '91 VW Vanagon GL Campmobille. Finally installed...
Using wire ties on CV joint boots?
Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
Mon, 31 Jan 2000 15:48:23 -0700
Has anyone tried using wire ties on CV joint boots as a temporary or permanent option to the metal ones? John-Reed Mesa, AZ
Re: Ball joint boot question
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:28:27 -0400
...Ball joint boot question >> >> Hey, >> >> Does the Bay window boot fit the Vanagon lower ball joint? >> >> I'm looking for a boot that has...
Re: CV boot material 2WD
Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
Fri, 16 Aug 2002 10:46:08 -0500
...Wondering if there is a better quality CV boot > available? Lobro? Where to buy them? > > TIA > > JB > '89 Wolfsburgs -- Harmon Seaver CyberShamanix http://www...
Re: CV boots again.
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 17 Jul 2023 11:39:05 -0400
Hey, Am I reading the eBay add correctly? $110 for set of complete axles with boots and CV? Or is it just a set...
Re: CV Boot replacement...
Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
Sat, 17 Mar 2001 23:27:45 -0800
Daniel Schmitz wrote: > While under my van replacing the coolant hoses, I was disheartened to > note that three of my CV boots are torn...
Fw: E-Code Headlight Boots?
Historical mailing list - Roy O.
Mon, 21 Jun 1999 18:54:08 -0500
...E-Code Headlight Boots? |I recently bought a set of hi/low beam E-Code Headlights from David |Marshall. As I understand it, these...
Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
Historical mailing list - Mike
Tue, 30 Aug 2011 16:53:02 -0400
...not to mention dirt! Flexibility is handled by the corrugations of the boot, not sliding in the small end! So clamp them; yes! Mike...
Ball joint boots only needed
Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
Mon, 1 Jul 2002 07:10:43 -0400
looking for 3 ball joint boots. I put these joints on only 2 years ago and have tested, and they are fine...........I know...
Re: CV boots are not my friend! Which of these boots would you use?
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 20:28:04 -0700
Done. > On Apr 12, 2022, at 6:45 AM, Peter Baker <bakes5669@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > > Please unsubscribe me,
Rubber boot part #'s
Historical mailing list - Mark Watts
Wed, 1 Mar 2000 17:35:15 EST
Anyone have the rubber boot part numbers for the thottle cable in the engine compartment and the shift linkage cover by the tranny? tia...
Re: Eurovan e-brake boot (picture)
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Thu, 6 Nov 2003 21:54:10 -0800
...Eurovan e-brake boot (picture) Today I put a '95 Eurovan e-brake boot on my Vanagon brake lever. It still needs to be...
Re: Do Shift linkage bushes wear ...
Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:02:38 -0500
Yup, rubber boots are available. I replaced mine a few months ago. Pick you favorite online dealer and go to town. As for how...
Re: CV boot or axle?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:05:33 -0400
...It *would* be nice if human thinking would come up with a wrap-around replacement boot such as I've used on a Toyota...
Re: air intake boot repair
Historical mailing list - neil
Sun, 3 Sep 2006 00:10:39 -0400
...Just put a new (used.....yes I got lucky) boot in my 81 AC. I used ....... "walking out to van....." "Permatex Red Hi-Temp...
Re: Shift Rod Bushing Boots- necessary...?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:25:31 -0500
...With my tranny out for a new clutch and seals, I'm putting new accordion boots on mine. I think they are important. Helps...
Re: air intake boot
Historical mailing list - neil neil
Fri, 21 Apr 2006 12:47:29 -0400
...looking for boot supplier and/or substitute part for an 81 gas westy. thanks neil --------------------------------- Share your photos with the people who matter at...
Re: Syncro outer front CV boot
Historical mailing list - mccullough bob
Wed, 29 Aug 2018 21:26:21 -0500
...The boot shield on that side was damaged also. > So probably my fault. I have a new VW/ Audi nos White plastic boot in...
Re: CV joints. Adding new grease.
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Wed, 26 Dec 2001 15:07:36 -0800
...You'll want to put it into the boot, then "massage" the boot towards > the CV to work the grease into the joint. You...
Manual Tranny Boot replacing
Historical mailing list - patrice b
Wed, 9 Oct 2002 15:52:29 -0700
It seems the little boot between my '85 1.9 manual tranny's gearshift lever and selector lever is shot-- a crumbling mess. Question...
Inner CV boot replacement on an '81
Historical mailing list - Jon Joyce
Wed, 23 Jan 2002 08:46:08 -0600
I was crawling around underneath the van last night, and noticed the driver's side CV boot has a tear. Not a huge one...
Re: wtb: Air Intake Boot
Historical mailing list - Kevin McLean
Tue, 29 Apr 2003 09:48:07 -0700
...I'm looking for the rubber boot that is insided the engine compartment, between the Syncro pre-filter and the main air filter housing...
Re: Securing the guide pin (shifter linkage)
Historical mailing list - Kw
Sat, 23 May 1998 08:59:58 -0700
...The boot was all of $8 bucks at the dealer and they actually had it in stock. Once the boot is off you will...
Re: Trans shifter linkage rubber boot
Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
Sat, 10 Apr 2010 07:43:17 -0600
...I just rebuilt this rearmost shifter with many new parts, including the two new balls (bushings,) and all new boots. I even did a...
cv joint lubing
Historical mailing list - Steve Manning
Fri, 20 Mar 1998 09:48:04 -0600
Simple question, Is there a way to lube a cv joint without dropping it? It seems that you could remove the boot clamp and...
What to do with torn CV boot
Historical mailing list - Glommen, Jon
Tue, 30 Mar 1999 16:14:24 -0800
Hello all, I have an '86 Vanagon with a torn CV joint boot --the outer. I've never worked on CV joints before and...
Best Ball joint Grease?
Historical mailing list
Fri, 3 Nov 95 14:04:34 EST
hey now, what's the best ball joint grease to use until i can get new boots on the front joints next week? old...
Re: CV Joints
Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
Sun, 4 May 2014 21:04:48 -0600
...So when I put on new boots last fall I started an experiment, Black Magic on the one exposed boot twice a year. I...
Re: CV boots again.
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:56:16 -0400
...CV boots again. >>>>> >>>>> Hi Jim, >>>>> >>>>> I think they sell all kinds of different boots at Bus Depot including some $100 VW boots. Can you...
Re: electrical boots
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Fri, 23 Aug 2002 10:26:24 -0400
...electrical boots After 18 years, every time I disconnect an electrical part (fuel injectors, Temp2 sensor, etc...) the nice rubber boot that protected the...
Re: 85 Intake Boot Time
Historical mailing list - neil N
Thu, 4 Oct 2007 11:58:30 -0700
...If the intake boot on the WBX is similar to the intake boot on the air cooled engine (I believe it is) you can...
Fw: Tranny Linkage Boots, etc. no 1st gear
Historical mailing list - B Feddish
Tue, 3 May 2011 21:11:43 -0400
...Tranny Linkage Boots, etc. no 1st gear Is yours an 80-83 or a wbx'er ?? Many of those parts for the early stuff...
Re: "Just the boots, please" !!??
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 10 Nov 1999 14:35:42 -0800
No, ball joints and boots are manufactured as a unit. Besides, the major cost is in labor for removing and replacing the joint and...
Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:18:53 -0600
> > Anyway--the cvs boots I have are the kind where the big end just bolts on. > Anyone have a recommendation for the small end...
CV boot or axle?
Historical mailing list - Edward Maikranz
Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:41:19 -0500
I hate doing CV boots! I have only done them on Transporters but cant imagine them being any more fun on a Vanagon! I...
Re: <syncro> CV boots/COMPLETE AXLES FS!!
Historical mailing list
Wed, 25 Feb 1998 06:25:41 -0800
Listees, With the discussion of Syncro Boots, CV Joints etc I thought I would post that I have 10 NEW OE axles for sale...
crank case breather
Historical mailing list - MLind
Mon, 31 Jul 2000 08:30:50 -0400
Hello listees, I have several questions about my crankcase breather that ties into the rubber intake boot. I have a new (2500 miles) engine...
Re: tie rod boots
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:25:08 -0400
Are we talking the tie rod boots that go on the rod and rack or the little boots on the outer tie rod ends...
Re: CV boot or axle?
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:13:38 -0400
...As long as your joint > doesn't have a lot of play in it I would just repack and put new boots > on both...
Re: E-Code Light Question
Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
Sat, 20 Feb 1999 22:52:59 +0100
...The rubber boots are held by a lip on the light, and is to be fit over the connections on the bulb itself. PerL...
Re: Cv boots cracking
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:57:08 -0700
...We used to be able to get the GKN/Lobro aftermarket boots for the > rears and > when we did, you could look around the...
hose size for 1.9 intake boot
Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:34:08 -0500
Is the hose size for the plastic nipple attached to the intake boot 14mm ID or 13mm? Mine is kinda chewed so can't...