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Re: PN question ("step down" hose from pump to filter)
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Thu, 3 Jul 2008 16:02:19 -0700
...The 0450 905 030 has 8mm push-on fittings fore and aft, so no adaptor should be needed. However....certain models of Vanagons from...
Re: Freeze 12?
Historical mailing list - Randy Herd
Wed, 7 Jun 2000 09:02:33 MDT
...There were four 12oz cans left and the adaptor. My 86 is working so well that Dan is considering contacting the company about becoming...
Re: Adding oil pressure and temp gauges?
Historical mailing list - David Etter
Sun, 24 Jun 2007 21:16:56 -0300
...One is OEM and the other is the VDO "Dual contact" sender.) I didn't like the idea of having a "T" adaptor at...
Re: Need Recaro parts used.. where to get? (no Vdub)
Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
Mon, 14 Aug 2000 19:20:17 -0400
...The seats are 1979 vintage. > > Lastly, Anyone bolt Recaros into a Vanagon yet? Do they drop in? Adaptors > required? > > Thanks! > Mikey > `87 Westy >
Re: Another VDO Gauge question: Oil Temp Sender doesn't fit in Drain hole?
Historical mailing list - westydriver
Fri, 13 Sep 2002 14:00:52 -0600
...I am currently using one myself on my vanagon..VDO also sells adaptor kits but skip them. the dont put the sender in far...
Re: Compression tester question
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 16 Nov 2007 11:57:17 -0500
...once it's pumped up, it > should stay there correct? > > It was threaded properly, and adaptor to hose was threaded properly too. > > Apologies for...
Re: KEP Plate Remove Transmission
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:15:45 -0700
...KEP Plate Remove Transmission > Hi all. > > No biggie but.... > > On a Vanagon with a KEP adaptor plate, is it easier to remove tranny > w...
Re: lighting questions
Historical mailing list - John Becker
Mon, 23 Dec 1996 05:10:47 -0800
...I noticed in RMMW's > Cabriolet catalog that they sell an adaptor that will allow you to use a > 20-watt quartz halogen high...
Re: Vapor lock? Static electricity? Help!
Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
Tue, 24 Jul 2007 06:21:59 -0600
...The fix, is a small adaptor that plugs into your > airflow > > meter and the connector to your airflowmeter. Also you need to ground > your...
Re: Propane: N. Am to Euro adaptors
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 4 Apr 2000 12:33:04 -0400
At 11:50 4/4/2000, Malcolm Stebbins wrote: >I will be shipping my Canadian Westy to Europe (then on to Egypt).Before >leaving...
Re: Starter review 4 years later
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:36:49 -0400
...And The adaptor > works great. >> >> So, if I were to be silly and eventually keep a starter here does anyone > have a recommendation for...
Re: Propane refill adaptor
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 20 Oct 2015 11:03:49 -0700
...Propane refill adaptor Ok, I can see that. But the brief instructions online say to "pour" the canister contents into the tank. It looks...
Re: oil pressure
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Tue, 10 Oct 2017 14:36:32 -0600
...makes mounting the SendingUnits easier ~ http://www.glowshiftdirect.com/oilfilter-sender-adapter-3-4unf-16.aspx http://prosportgauges.com/oil-filter-adaptor-plate.aspx
Re: vanagon weight
Historical mailing list - Maggie Dew
Wed, 8 Dec 2004 22:37:00 -0600
...Had a delay after we got the wrong adaptor for the power steering hose. Wish us luck.
Re: Starter/Flywheel adaptors???
Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
Mon, 8 Dec 1997 17:05:11 -0600
Hey, thanks a lot -- that did the trick. Sure was an easy fix, and it is more powerful than the regular starter. Only $29...
ball joints, stabilizer bushings
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Sun, 12 Dec 2004 07:48:20 -0800
...Lower ball joints are a PITA, you need a press with funky adaptors to press them in. Luckily lower ball joints don't wear...
Re: Need Car CD Recommendations
Historical mailing list - pete or nancy owsianowski
Tue, 5 Jul 2005 18:49:20 -0500
...All you need is a Belkin cassette tape adaptor or an iRock FM transmitter and your pod plugs right in. I am using the...
Re: Installing adapter for TDI Starter on Auto trans Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:23:01 -0400
...If you still have the tip sheet sent with the adaptor, it should clearly state that the wire end may need replacement. Quality crimp...
Short shift for 5 speed
Historical mailing list - Shirewood
Thu, 28 Jun 2012 22:15:35 -0700
Has anyone ever successfully installed a short shift adaptor in a vanagon 5 speed? I bought one from Gene Berg but when I installed...
Re: Gowesty reduction starter user input please
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Fri, 27 Jan 2017 09:30:05 -0800
...Gowesty reduction starter user input please > > > I was, and may still be leaning towards your adaptor plus TDI starter > setup, but am Leary of...
Re: High Lift Jacks
Historical mailing list - Ron Mueller
Mon, 1 Jan 2007 01:52:42 -0600
I found two jack adaptor's over at thesamba.com, which are much less expensive that the vendor you were thinking about. On elooks...
Re: VW gas I4 Engine Conversion input needed. (I think I've made my choice)
Historical mailing list - *****************
Thu, 27 Sep 2007 23:53:02 -0500
...I'd appreciate confirmation on >my "game plan". > >Engine/tranny: > >Get a 2.0 gas Jetta/Golf donor, and KEP, or other, adaptor plate...
Re: VDO Oil Pressure Extension Adaptor
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Thu, 13 Feb 2003 20:42:09 -0500
On Thu, 13 Feb 2003 kdlewis@juno.com wrote: > You are probably right, as long as you never have to undo it. What > happens...
Re: oil cooler
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Thu, 28 May 2020 18:28:01 +0000
...I presume you need a > > sandwich adaptor to supply the cooler and I would use an inline > thermostat > > and not one in the sandwich...
Re: 3.3L MOTOR FOR VANAGON.....I JUST GOT THE SVX
Historical mailing list - mike ingle
Sat, 15 Jun 2002 22:14:14 -0700
...You can fit adaptor drive flanges to the G50 > to fit the smaller VW/915 CVs, or use 930 CVs and fit adaptor > stubaxles...
Re: Type 2 Engine Mount
Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
Thu, 06 Jun 1996 09:06:00 -0700 (PDT)
...It's these early engines, also '67-earlier bus engines, that the busmount adaptor kit is intended for. Anyone know what year bug engines...
oil pressure gauge and temp gauge
Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
Mon, 18 May 2020 13:25:09 -0400
...I am thinking a stainless brake line from gowesty would work using a male M10 x 1 adaptor at the low pressure sensor port...
Re: Westy roof rack question
Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
Wed, 11 Jun 1997 17:50:34 -0400
...on the pop-up top of a Westy, using bolt >on adaptors? I'm looking at a max load of maybe 100 lbs., and...
Re: fuel pressure tester & compression tester
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Tue, 14 Dec 1999 07:07:10 -0800
...You will need an adaptor for the 14mm spark plug motor. $50 bucks or so for minimal quality and accuracy guage, hose and adapter...
Re: Table leg hole?
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Thu, 29 Apr 2021 11:17:39 -0400
...Mine won’t line up as the leg is a bit high as I have a adaptor at the foot with a metal pipe...
Re: Towing with an '89 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Karl M
Mon, 2 Dec 2002 22:49:27 -0500
Go to your friendly local auto parts store (FLAPS), there you will find an adaptor designed specifically for this issue. Karl Mullendore Westy Ventures...
Re: Compression tester question
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Fri, 16 Nov 2007 08:50:56 -0800
...once it's pumped up, it > should stay there correct? > > It was threaded properly, and adaptor to hose was threaded properly too. > > Apologies for...
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Historical mailing list
Fri, 26 Apr 1996 08:05:28 -0400
...Tatra, 3500cc V8 aircooled, mounted in rear, Czechoslowakia, in Germany conversion adaptors available for installation of this motor in VWs, the motor itself is...
Re: [WetWesties] VW Campers and Kayaks
Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
Sun, 6 Jan 2008 18:03:03 -0500
...Also, you can get Yakima bike adaptors to carry bikes on top. Pete '79 Westy "Aardvark" '87 Westy "Joe's Van" WWW. Busesbythebeach.com...
Re: Propane refill adaptor
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 20 Oct 2015 23:48:49 -0400
...Propane refill adaptor I've long puzzled about a way to temporarily connect a portable tank to the fill valve as a way to...
Gowesty reduction starter user input please
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Sat, 21 Jan 2017 10:41:52 -0800
...Since I'm on a road trip, am considering the gowesty reduction gear starter vs the mullendore adaptor/TDI starter since it *seems* the...
Stuck Strut Bar Bolts
Historical mailing list - neil N
Mon, 26 Jan 2009 18:19:39 -0800
...I think it's a hair away from snapping. <rolls eyes> These fasteners are obviously rusted to the lower BJ adaptors. PIC: http://tubaneil...
Re: Vanagon fuel injector cleaning
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 23 Jul 2013 10:28:51 -0700
An AC adaptor may well put out more than the voltage it specifies. Be certain you use a DC adaptor. The injectors are not...
Re: Fram Gas filter
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 2 Sep 2012 17:11:00 -0700
...The pre-filter also acted as a sort of adaptor. > > Sometime in 1984, VW started putting on a post-filter, 0-450-905-030...
Re: Bosch "premium" rebuilt starter appears to be built from non-Bosch parts!?!
Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
Mon, 3 Jul 2017 16:00:28 -0400
...d use a super-thin nut and deeper recess in the adaptor. Since that bolt is one of four engine mounting bolts strength is...
Re: Air scoops
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:18:33 -0600
...I think I kept the round-to-oval adaptor between the new hose and the snorkel. Anyway, this is quality duct hose. Richard
Re: Diesel Power
Historical mailing list - DaveC
Thu, 27 Jun 2002 07:44:36 -0700
...Or look at an alternative diesel >engine, but realize that you'd have to have a flywheel & adaptor >plate custom-fabricated. -=-=-=- Into a wasserboxer...
GPS in a Van..
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sun, 24 Jun 2007 19:00:36 -0700
...a lap top or if running off a 12v power point adaptor) You can carry it in your pocket, put it on a bike...
Re: Adding oil pressure and temp gauges?
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sun, 24 Jun 2007 20:59:26 -0700
...One is OEM and the other is the VDO "Dual contact" > sender.) > > I didn't like the idea of having a "T" adaptor at...
Re: Disc Brake Setup Photos
Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
Wed, 8 Apr 2009 18:06:52 -0400
...a critical point when > shipping. > Glad enough, I am offering the adaptors as stand-alone set, too. > A parts list comes with the kit...
Re: Memory refresh request, trans drain/fill plug size
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 15 May 2017 09:05:38 -0700
...My interest is more about adaptor to the threaded holes for use in a trans cooling set up. >> >> Alistair >> >>>
tri-star fender flares------looking for pictures of these on Vana gons.....anybody seen these?
Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
Wed, 26 Jun 2002 18:06:16 -0500
...the SVX wheels have a 55 mm offset, but with the adaptors they fit perfectly under the wheel arches........And I just had to...
Re: KEP Plate Remove Transmission
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:54:57 -0700
...Hi all. > > No biggie but.... > > On a Vanagon with a KEP adaptor plate, is it easier to remove tranny > w/adapter plate attached? > > Seems...
Re: 84 Vanagon Brake Light fuse location - Problem fixed!
Historical mailing list - Jack R.
Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:41:25 -0400
...I shorted out my brake lights when my trailer light adaptor fell into the belts. Now the brake lights on my 84 westy don...
Re: Propane refill adaptor
Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
Tue, 20 Oct 2015 11:49:03 -0400
http://www.amazon.com/Propane-Temporary-Refill-Adapter-Eurovan/dp/B00H2L7LWA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1445356075&sr=8-1&keywords=Propane...
Re: LED light product
Historical mailing list - David Johnson
Fri, 4 Aug 2006 17:17:56 -0600
...even as a plug in for 12v direct power (although no adaptor is included with it, alas), lasts a long time, and now is...
Re: XM and Sirius announce merger
Historical mailing list - David Etter
Mon, 19 Feb 2007 22:13:21 -0700
...are making the iPod adaptors for their radios and even MP3 compatible radios. They (XM & Sirius) generate lots of revenue but neither has made...
Re: Propane refill adaptor
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 20 Oct 2015 10:00:43 -0700
...Propane refill adaptor Well, I'm no engineer, nor can I claim that my physics is always on the money. But, I would assume...
Re: Short shift for 5 speed
Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
Thu, 28 Jun 2012 23:35:18 -0600
...Has anyone ever successfully installed a short shift adaptor in a vanagon 5 speed? I bought one from Gene Berg but when I installed...
What FI pressure gauge to buy?
Historical mailing list - Tom Young
Wed, 11 Jun 1997 16:22:13 -0700 (PDT)
...1) Is there a suitable adaptor available so I can use the Ford/Chevy/Jeep FI pressure gauge? 2) If the answer to 1...
Re: Decided to Rebuild my 2.1-Bottom split
Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
Fri, 22 Sep 2000 09:23:18 -0400
...I used a piece of 3/8" treaded rod, nuts, washers and some sockets as adaptors to make a puller to pull out the...
Re: Another Burning Van!
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Thu, 4 Jun 2009 15:27:25 -0500
...plastic fitting on the firewall with a grommet and > barbed brass adaptor." > > Robert > > What is the size of the barbed brass adapter that I...
Re: Oil temperature sender
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Fri, 13 Jan 2017 19:26:27 -0700
...sender-adapter-3-4unf-16.aspx http://prosportgauges.com/oil-filter-adaptor-plate.aspx ORR ~ DeanB On 13 Jan , 2017, at 4:37 PM...
Re: New seats available for Vanagons (4)
Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
Fri, 10 Jun 2016 15:44:08 -0700
...seat( had the > guy go and try them out), and the adaptor rails apparently are in stock. My > pair is shipping Monday and will...
Re: Disc Brake Setup Photos
Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
Wed, 8 Apr 2009 14:57:28 -0400
...a critical point when > shipping. > Glad enough, I am offering the adaptors as stand-alone set, too. > A parts list comes with the kit...