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• Eurospec Kit Update/Install your own!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 15 Mar 1999 13:29:19 -0800
  ...Vin # (17 digits) ____________________________________ Production Mo/Yr (inside left door jam) _________________ Manual Trans ____ Auto Trans ____________ Factory AC? ______________________ AC Compressor # 508 ___ 509 ___ 709 __ 710 __ AC Condenser...
• Re: Uh-Oh Spaghettio: Broken Exhaust Bolt Stuck in Block!!!
  Historical mailing list - ID Workshop
  Tue, 13 Nov 2001 17:01:31 -0800
  ...Westy "Bad Larry"] > westyvanagon@yahoo.com > Mesa, AZ / Worcester, MA > Celle': (508)735-3487 > In a Vanagon Down by the River > 0Oo.oO0Oo.oO0Oo...
• overheating
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Wed, 11 Jul 2001 21:12:45 -0400
  ...Thanks, Andrew Fox 86 Westfalia GL 508-457-2356 www2.hawaii.edu/~andrewf/vanagon/links.htm
• Re: Summer coming , and your a/c compressor is shot? read on
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 19 May 2005 01:02:33 -0400
  > A new Sanden 508 for the vanagon cost about $300-$400. Actually $285 from me (or less for rebuilt). But the SD508 was only...
• Choice of ratio rockers: 1.25 - 1.3 - 1.4 - 1.5 plus cam equals total lift
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sat, 2 Jun 2001 21:05:07 EDT
  ...0.508 E: .363 with 1.3: .472 with the 1.4: 0.508 Looking at the above chart, the use of the WebCam...
• Re: Why do I have four bent Intake valves?
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Thu, 7 Apr 2005 09:07:07 -0400
  ...fluff and buff them no problem Bob Donalds Boston Engine 1 508 358 6264 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jeff Ensing" <Kjmmensing@AOL.COM> To: <vanagon...
• Re: Sliding door lock info
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 19:46:16 -0700
  ...Corolla DX 1.8 diesel (410000km plus rewound 30000+, > going > strong) > > 89 Toyota Corona Select 2.0 diesel (508000km plus rewound > 30000+,going > > strong)
• Re: SA GRILL
  Historical mailing list - Renier Marais
  Tue, 7 Jul 1998 14:12:48 +0200
  ...km/h 11,94 liters/100km 85 liter petroltank fuel range 508 km It comes standard with an audio system, central locking, aircon, power...
• AC head pressures (37 degrees F in a Westy!)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 May 2000 17:13:25 EDT
  ...Has the older style Westy A/C with the SD-508 compressor on it. At the vent at 80 degrees ambient temp I got...
• Sharing Limbo email
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 8 Dec 2019 15:23:27 -0500
  ...LiMBO clubhousekeeper Dale Ward 508-842-2121; or, if needed on the day of the party, 774-275-0218) BYOB and and something to...
• Re: Mechanic in Maine?
  Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
  Thu, 19 Sep 2002 19:27:28 -0400
  ...I _highly_ recommend Greg's Auto on Summer Street in Natick (508.647.9749). I just picked my bus up from him last night...
• Re: Second Request Help Needed w/Aux Battery Wiring
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Fri, 29 Jun 2007 09:57:59 -0700
  ...Picture here: > http://picasaweb.google.com/starwagen/AuxBatteryCompartment/photo#5081175084108326066 > The two red wires that disappear to the lower left connect to what I...
• FS: busses in New England
  Historical mailing list
  18 Jun 95 18:22:37 EDT
  ...4, 1800 cc FI, go anywhere you want for ony $2750, 508-485-4580, Marlboror, MA [Picture has the top popped. Canvas and body...
• Re: Coolant Hose vs. Coolant Pipe
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:05:07 -0700
  I used Gates 4864CF Wet Exhaust hose in 1.5" i.d. (http://www.gates.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=5087&location_id=5248). I...
• used engine parts for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Sat, 28 Apr 2007 23:34:47 -0400
  ...good used altenator $ 40 throttle bodys $50 Bob Donalds Boston engine 508 358 6264 ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Johnson" <davidj@ELPASOTEL.NET> To: <vanagon...
• Questions about 1982 Aircooled Wesfalia A/C
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Theodore B. Hoekman
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 14:50:47 +0000
  ...I have determined an appropriate compressor (the Sankyo 508) and a bracket I will need to mount it (Rabbit diesel factory air) from a...
• RE: Bad Temp Sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Peter Neidhardt
  Mon, 28 Apr 1997 16:56:40 -0400
  ...Can >anyone give me some insight or instructions? >Thanks, Chaz --------------------------------------------------------------- Peter Neidhardt Bay Networks, 1100 Technology Park Drive (508) 916-3185 --------------------------------------------------------------- Or for emergencies...
• Re: rad replacement
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:44:14 -0700
  ...2437/5084 - Release > |Date: 06/21/12
• Re: Replace WBX with more efficient engine? Well....
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Thu, 5 Jun 2008 18:00:12 -0400
  ...a mp;em&amp;ex=1193371200&amp;en=b6d24f853e5ac33d&amp;ei=5087&amp;oref=slogin> http://www.engineair.com.au/airmotor.htm Plenty of...
• Re: AC saga
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 25 Nov 2005 17:03:08 -0500
  ...right for you.BD has the best price on a sanden 508/709.About $300 for a new one.This guy wants to get...
• Re: FW: Sierras
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:18:29 -0700
  ...Mfg. > 508-833-1168 > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Paul Titcomb [mailto:pault@titcomb.com] > Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2009 1:11 PM > To: ted Titcomb...
• LiMBO stuff for sale ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 02 Jun 95 14:17:26 CDT
  ...Donna (508) 430-1909 1985 Vanagon GL 4-speed manual, PS,PB, A/C, 120k miles, excellent (MA) condition, no rust. New muffler, front...
• Re: Blue Book pricing reliable?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 2 Apr 2007 18:14:49 -0400
  ...1500 or for the best price anyone will offer. :) Mike B. 508-736-2626 ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Bange" <jbange@GMAIL.COM> To: <vanagon...
• Re: Failed Crankshaft seal - 2nd time!
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Fri, 21 Oct 2005 11:54:06 -0400
  ...need later in the day after 5 east coast time 1 508 358 6264 ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Shepherdson" <shepherdsond@METRO.DST.OR.US...
• Re: converting a 2.1 to 1.9
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Sat, 20 Aug 2005 22:31:51 -0400
  ...how I can help you Bob Donalds Boston Engine .com 1 508 358 6264 still going faster miles an hour with the radio on...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 16 Jan 2006 to 17 Jan 2006 - Special issue (#2006-36)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 17 Jan 2006 23:14:07 -0800
  ...around to making that trip! > > Miami, FL to Anchorage, AK > Miles: 5082 > Kilometers: 8182 > Driving Time: 120 hours > > Seattle, WA to Anchorage, AK > Miles...
• need help: overheating problem
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 09:25:33 -0400
  ...van next friday! Thank you for your help, Andrew Fox 86 Westfalia GL 508-457-2356 see: www2.hawaii.edu/~andrewf/vanagon/links.htm
• Re: a/c rebuild and retrofitted to R134a
  Historical mailing list - harald.nancy
  Wed, 13 May 1998 18:57:59 -0700
  ...Sankyo,Sanden SD 508 100 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Manufacturer: Sanden SD 510 100 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Manufacturer: Sanden SD 709 135 only cars 240 only Transporter ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- -Seal compressor and re...
• Re: 1.9L VW Remanufactured engines
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Sun, 14 Apr 2002 14:33:39 -0400
  ...today call me and I can set you up with a Quality long > block > Bob Donalds > 1 508 653 7229 > http://www.bostonengine.com > > >
• Re: Weird damage to a/c Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Doug Bensen
  Tue, 15 Jun 1999 17:37:44 -0400
  ...the end opposite the clutch! > > I think mine is a Sanden 508. > > Any ideas? > > Marshall Ruskin > 84 Westy "Iron Igloo" > Founding Member of "Vanagon...
• LiMBO Want Ads ... FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 19 Jun 96 20:30:42 CDT
  ...call Glenn (508) 879-6997 (MA) 1974 7-passenger. original owner. MT; 1800 engine. complete int. plus conversion camper interior, reblt. trans; losing storage...
• Re: LED lights
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
  Tue, 18 Jul 2017 15:27:10 +0000
  ...https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/novita-led-compatible-electronic-flasher-ep35/5081297-p?gclid=CjwKCAjw47bLBRBkEiwABh-Pkfw-NnHe-cyFmlKKWjaYZtGwqBNZewQaNLpBSzV9SfVxL8o4kUjUDBoCQ1MQAvD_BwE&vehicleIdSearch=12550&isAllVehicle=false > > https...
• LiMBO's Web and Ben and Jerry's VW show.
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 May 1996 22:51:19 -0500
  ...Steve Paine (508) 362-9877 or Jim D (413) 743-1814. E-mail: limbo@bcn.net. By the way, that is the Info for...
• Re: Interior Light Lenses (light difusers)
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Fri, 28 Dec 2001 11:42:57 -0500
  ...You can also call 508-732-7505 weekdays WesV 1985 Westfalia Wolfsburg Weekender 1982 Rabbit Convertible
• Re: Seized Engine?
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Sat, 20 May 2006 17:21:31 -0400
  ...around this weekend I just spoke with him Bob Donalds 1 508 358 6264 ----- Original Message ----- From: "MM" <marknyc28@YAHOO.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Bus Depot A/C Compressor Sanden 508
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 10:14:13 -0500
  Or, it may be old stock and they were trying to warm people not to use household freon in it back in the day...
• Re: Second Request Help Needed w/Aux Battery Wiring
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 29 Jun 2007 10:02:46 -0700
  ...Picture here: > > > http://picasaweb.google.com/starwagen/AuxBatteryCompartment/photo#5081175084108326066 > > The two red wires that disappear to the lower left connect to what I...
• Re: heads- bus depot or van cafe??
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Sun, 25 Jan 2009 11:31:09 -0600
  ...If any questions, email Stan at stan_wohlfarth@msn.com or call at (508) 333-7813 Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle...
• 87 syncro weekender for sale -- needs engine work
  Historical mailing list - colin maclay
  Tue, 18 Feb 2003 23:36:32 -0500
  ...much about the cost, but they seemed honest, helpful and straightforward -- 508-647-9749). Sadly, the news was that while my Syncro is mechanically...
• Re: Anyone tried coating/painting the pitted head surface?
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Sun, 12 Feb 2006 22:24:02 -0500
  ...Bob Donalds Boston Engine 508 358 6264 Al rights reserved ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jean-Woo Kim" <jkim.phd@GMAIL.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
• Re: Can pilotbearing be changed with flywheel in place?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Sun, 10 Jun 2007 12:07:57 -0700
  ...disc got bent ??? call me if you like in in today 508 358 6264 Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jens Jakob Andersen" <jayjay@zorck.dk...
• RE: First Westy questions....
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 28 Oct 1996 13:36:07 -0500
  ...an '80 Westy?? happy motoring, Peter '80 Westy "Penny" ------------------------------------------------------------ Peter Neidhardt pneidhar@baynetworks.com 1100 Technology Park Drive Billerica, MA 10921 (508) 436-3185 -------------------------------------------------------------
• Re: Bus Depot A/C Compressor Sanden 508
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 15:27:26 +0000
  Thanks! Thats good to know! Jeff Jeff Stewart ----- Original Message ----- > Or, it may be old stock and they were trying to warm people not...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 12 May 2003 - Special issue (#2003-508)
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Mon, 12 May 2003 12:21:23 -0700
  matthias, The temperature shifts are claissic signs of having air in the coolant system. After replacing the water pump the van needs to be...
• Re: Boston Bob....AVP....GEX...???
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Mon, 31 Dec 2007 13:48:38 -0500
  ...what more could you ask for > >Bob Donalds >Boston Engine Exchange >508 358 6264 > >----- Original Message ----- From: "TC" <trclark@SHAW.CA> >To: <vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Non R134a refrigerants are flammable right?
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Fri, 18 Jun 2004 10:17:37 -0400
  ...However if you have an older Vanagon with the split condensor and the SD-508 compressor an R-134a conversion is pretty lame. Freeze...
• Re: BLOCK BEARING SIZES ...
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sat, 25 Sep 2004 12:41:28 -0700
  ...needs and questions on sizes > > > Bob Donalds > Boston Engine Exchange > 1 508 358 6264 > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "zolo" <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET> > To: <vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Bentley wiring diagrams
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 31 Jul 2003 11:54:16 -0400
  ...016 0.4064 0.130 0.15 24 0.02 0.508 0.203 0.2 22 0.025 0.635 0.317 0...
• Re Australian Kombi Clubs :)
  Historical mailing list - Sonya Beneke
  Wed, 19 Jun 1996 19:05:52 +1000
  ...David Frey(049)43 3767 or Kevin Comford(049) 58 5083 or write: The Kombi Club,Australia, P.O Box 22, Boolaroo N.S...
• Re: AC head pressures (37 degrees F in a Westy!)
  Historical mailing list - Greg
  Fri, 5 May 2000 20:33:36 -0700
  ...Has the older style Westy A/C with the SD-508 compressor > on it. At the vent at 80 degrees ambient temp I got...
• Re: 1986 production changes
  Historical mailing list - Greg Stelz
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 12:57:17 -0800
  ...the one other difference is the AC Compressor is the Sanden 508 Model not the 709 (or 7 hundered something anyway) that places advertise...
• When it rains, it pours- or, why does my van hate me
  Historical mailing list - J McCavitt
  Mon, 26 Aug 2002 12:18:32 -0700
  ...Brewster, MA (508) 896-1880. No signs, just an acre of classic MBs slowly returning to earth. Real nice 190E cabriolet for sale. Peter...
• Re: R134a in 88 Weekender.
  Historical mailing list - Jim Henry
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 17:11:52 -0400
  ...The compressors hold oil in them, the 508s hold about 5-7oz, the 709s hold a little more. Use the oil that's compatible...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 16 Jan 2006 to 17 Jan 2006 - Special issue (#2006-36)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Wed, 18 Jan 2006 10:16:20 -0900
  ...around to making that trip! > > > > Miami, FL to Anchorage, AK > > Miles: 5082 > > Kilometers: 8182 > > Driving Time: 120 hours > > > > Seattle, WA to Anchorage, AK > > Miles...
• want ads from LiMBO ... WANTED TO BUY
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 27 Jul 95 23:11:45 CDT
  ...call Ron (401) 434-6140 (RI) weekdays, or (508) 252-9955 (MA) nights or weekends. 1986 Vanagon syncro GL w/blue int. & brochure on...
• Re: 1985 Vanagon A/C question
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 29 Jul 2014 08:55:57 -0400
  Actually on the 83.5-85 (some 86) AC system with the single wire going to the compressor (SD-508) there is nothing to...
• transmission woes
  Historical mailing list - Gilbert Landin
  Fri, 09 May 1997 09:03:14 -0500
  ...PS the outfit i bought the transmissin from was Transform in California, at (800) 508-7267. thanks for the recommendation -Ron Salmon
• Re: Hockey fan on list was better blog, good vehicle on ice (LVC)
  Historical mailing list - Brien Dews
  Wed, 15 Feb 2006 07:53:21 -0500
  ...http://www.nbcolympics.com/whec/5080239/detail.html Jake, There is at least one other hockey fan on the list. Go Wings! On 2...
• vw clubs and such
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 01 Dec 94 12:36:49 CST
  ...Box 3293 newsletter sent out Plymouth, MA 02361-3293 every other month (508) 746-9573 also: Harris Upham, editor of the newsletter, The Transporter...
• Re: cracked right side case...i'm in TROUBLE! (was crank pulley bolt...argh!)
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Tue, 31 Jan 2006 15:19:10 -0500
  ...feel free to call for comfort and support Im local 508 358 6264 Bob Donalds Boston Engine Exchange ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mike Williams" <westyvanagon...