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• Re: Vanagon? take two
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 20 Nov 2011 02:27:38 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Sliding door latch mechanism needed.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 19 Jul 2004 12:10:47 -0500
  ...the whole sliding door lock assembly for $25.00 + Postage on 3 pounds from 75220. Stan Wilder www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ken...
• Measure, Visually Inspect Rear Brake Adjuster Wheel Teeth?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 13 May 2016 13:41:15 -0700
  ...If point at each tooth is worn dull to any degree, does that indicate that the adjuster bar assembly needs to be replaced? Thanks...
• Re: any experience with GEX rebuilt waterboxer engines?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Upton
  Mon, 11 Dec 2000 07:47:44 -0500
  ...They > seem to have a problem cleaning up the cases before assembly. > > Get your engine from Boston Bob. No complaints from anyone on the...
• motor mounts
  Historical mailing list - Greenamyer, William L
  Mon, 3 Dec 2001 06:48:20 -0800
  ...4) Remove the bolts on the engine support and drop the assembly down to replace the motor mounts. The Bently really isn't clear...
• Re: 1.9L TD update,`82 D-Westy conversion!
  Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
  Sat, 19 Jul 1997 12:01:12 -0700
  ...the TDI engine assembly is >about an inch or so (to the best of my recollection) taller than the 1.6 >assembly. >VWRuss >vwruss...
• Re: WBX Digifant Ground Check. No Continuity Between Some Points.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 12:49:23 -0700
  ...I do see continuity between the crankcase vent heater brown ground wire and the engine ground points. Neil. On Sat, Jun 9, 2012 at...
• Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 4 Mar 2013 09:27:16 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: melting lower thermostat housing
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 9 Mar 2013 20:50:56 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: David Beierl's recent List-endectomy
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 13 Oct 2012 11:59:55 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Source For '81 Westy "Wood" Grain Match?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:24:54 -0700
  ...Thanks Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta...
• Porterfield R4-S Brake Shoes?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 4 Sep 2012 11:09:30 -0700
  ...who is diving into the front end and may soon yank some drums..... -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
• Re: WTB jump seat parts
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 27 Nov 2007 20:16:23 -0800
  ...The failure point is the lever assembly itself. A steel lever is welded to a small part that pivots. The weld breaks and the...
• Re: Poor Hot Start Discovery - midway through solution
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 26 Aug 2012 14:53:45 -0700
  ...I depressed the accelerator that engine would >>> finally begin running. >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >> >> '88...
• Re: Video: TVS Test Light Driving. Discovered Whistle Sound? What is it?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:40:53 -0700
  ...Immediately noticed whistle while driving with > engine lid off. Did not hear it revving engine in driveway, lid off. > > Red LED is mid screen...
• I have a 1.9L TDI engine for sale - COMPLETE!
  Historical mailing list - Fast Forward
  Wed, 17 Jan 2001 18:23:51 -0800
  Volks, I just took possession of a 1999 Jetta TDI engine - complete with engine, wiring harness, ECU, throttle assembly, intercooler, exhaust downpipe and turbo...
• Re: replacement cv/axle assembly
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 11 Feb 2008 22:15:48 -0600
  ...The drive train was engineered with diligence, and the drilling out and over sized balls changes the geometry and subsequent wear and tear. Stick...
• 84 Electrical-Fusible Link?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 20 Jul 96 13:18 CDT
  ...The engine compartment wiring boxes are well sealed and showed no signs of problems when I opened them for inspection. if not (in engine...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Neil
  Tue, 17 Aug 2021 11:25:01 -0700
  ...I will secure the assembly under my Vanagon....and hope I will never need it. -- Neil n VE7TBN 1988 Westy 50º ABA swap: https...
• Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:09:46 -0800
  ...How much is a gallon of Brightside white?" > > "$149.68" -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 6 Nov 2012 15:08:48 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• vanagon diesel questions
  Historical mailing list - Brian Ratliff
  Thu, 02 Jan 1997 11:15:36 -0500
  ...Can i change the timer or glows to speed up??? Where can i get an oil cap and dipstick assembly for my diesel...can...
• Jetta fires and Mexico specials
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Mon, 19 May 2008 15:46:19 -0700
  ...base [ H ] Engine: Petrol [ D ] Restraint: Active w/ dual air bags [ 8 ] Model: Golf Mk 3 / Vento [ 1H ] Year: 1996 [ T ] Assembly Plant: Puebla...
• Re: tranny mount responsibility?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 25 May 1999 18:59:04 -0700
  ...Loosening it helps the > >transmission/engine assembly to rotate down at the rear so the engine can > >be pulled out under the rear apron...
• Re: windshield wiper repair just musing this time
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 19 Aug 2012 14:00:37 -0500
  ...where some engineer built something he liked, but isn't that great in the real world. Why is the wiper assembly not made so...
• Re: Toyota?? - RE: OT - soliciting Jetta TDI reviews
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 23 Feb 2003 19:33:11 +1300
  ...US assembly may well be a different kettle of fish, but don't blame local assembly for a particular model's problems. NZ-assembled...
• A 912 Too?
  Historical mailing list - Jon B. Kanas
  Thu, 2 Dec 1999 12:59:21 -0700
  ...ALWAYS balance the engine when rebuilding; It makes an unbelievable difference in the overall smoothness and performance of the engine. The engine's response...
• Re: coolent bleed valve on 84GL 4 speed
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Sun, 19 Sep 2010 14:29:04 -0700
  ...engine. The nipple on the bleed has broken on me before and I > replaced > the whole assembly. Further looking at this old assembly seemed...
• Re: Oil leak - 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 28 Dec 2014 23:54:07 -0500
  There is no oil pressure sensor on the right side of the engine. Take a good look and be sure it is not just...
• Re: Valve adjustment advice
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 13 Dec 2015 17:01:07 -0800
  The rocker assembly has to be removed for the pushrods to drop. The rocker has a deep cup over the rod end, and so...
• Re: radius arm hole looks awefully wonky.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:18:42 -0800
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: Alliance Deep Cycle? (Grp. 27) Wire To Alternator?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:47:40 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Gas leaking after filling to the top...84 2wd..
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:59:42 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Frydae: Our LT is home in Ontario!
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 3 Nov 2012 00:09:45 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 May 2012 09:58:23 -0700
  ...The radius rod attaches to bottom of the adaptor. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate...
• Re: Normal Compression Readings?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Tue, 16 Apr 2002 00:26:21 -0400
  ...Also, is it easy to > pull the plugs and insert a compression gauge into these engines? i.e. Can > I do it in the...
• Re: friday wierdness: Volkswaffe
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 11 May 2012 00:19:58 -0700
  ...fake or fiction? - > YouTube_ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwlbCLX7aZk&feature=related) -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl...
• Re: So my stepson asks . . .
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 21 Aug 2012 12:00:45 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: tiico conversion vs. other I4 conversions
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 07:36:00 -0800
  The reason why is so not CA certified is the engine has to be EPA and CARB approved by the original manufacturer. The Eurospec...
• Re: Mystic Oil
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 26 Jun 2011 11:12:21 -0700
  On Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 4:34 AM, ed donnen <spliced.surprise@gmail.com> wrote: > .. > From my engine I heard a clanking, > When...
• Re: Etka helped needed
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 5 Nov 2003 04:48:58 -0800
  ...025 115 451 is the breather for a 1.9 ("DH") engine; it's shown on illustration 10-05 in ETKA. I believe the...
• Re: another led strip light install - only partial success
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 16 Mar 2013 21:33:41 -0700
  ...With the light at upper cabinet rear, does it shed much useable light on the engine bay? On Sat, Mar 16, 2013 at 7...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Sun, 28 May 2006 20:37:56 -0700
  ...What does everyone think about VW re-opening the vanagon > assembly line? Is there any impediment to building new vanagons? It > shouldn't be...
• Re: Canadian Picking up a FedEx'd Vanagon Part in US.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:58:51 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: some vanagon applicable products from lee valley
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 09:26:23 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• high idle/idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - John Silverman
  Thu, 28 Oct 1999 20:14:33 -0600
  ...the valve on top of the engine) versus the control module (behind the right tail light assembly)? Are they both simple replacements? Something I...
• 1986 transporter....
  Historical mailing list - Clarence J Falarski
  Sun, 9 Feb 2003 01:03:16 -0500
  ...The van was parked 1 year ago, the engine was running at that time but smoking. It has an automatic transmission that operated perfectly...
• Re: The black box in engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:16:33 -0800
  ...box 4"x6"x1" in the engine compartment driver side a > few inches ahead of the light assembly. > What is it's purpose? > Any...
• Re: Engine installation book times
  Historical mailing list - Don Spence
  Thu, 9 Aug 2007 00:15:40 -0600
  ...Engine installation book times > > According to the Mitchell shop manual: > > " Engine Assembly R&I and O/H. Level A Mechanic. > > Includes replace rings, main...
• Re: Black Box Relay question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:17:15 -0700
  ...pump relay is inboard, closer to the engine. > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: How To Choose YOUR Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 18 Sep 2012 22:00:19 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Last minute tips before engine re-install?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:41:56 -0700
  ...something...(like I have done during the 'block-swap' and re-assembly of the motor itself). I have not removed a Vanagon motor before...
• Re: Vanagon On Craigslist
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 8 Nov 2011 09:17:44 -0800
  ...Just the engine seal alone (if correct part) is worth something. Anyone know if that paint scheme is original? I doubt, but curious minds...
• transmission change: how to turn a/c engine to get at bolts???
  Historical mailing list - al sinclair
  Sat, 3 Dec 2005 12:22:13 -0800
  ...any ideas please reply asap -- I've rented a tranny jack, but can't get working because I can't turn the engine to...
• Re: Adjust Rear Bed? (and rear seat re-foam pics)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:12:34 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: instrument cluster plastic repair
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:35:48 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• 73-79 Van Parts for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 27 Apr 1996 21:27:02 -0700
  ...Steward Warner Gas Heater (compact unit, fits under the rear seat or in the engine compartment under the spare tire wheel well. Starter/Alternator...
• Re: WTB: Rear Wiper Motor
  Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
  Mon, 23 Oct 2000 09:31:15 +0100
  ...2 weeks and it still smells >inside, even with the wiper assembly removed. Hi there, I managed to replace my burned-out motor with...
• OEM Grease Colour: Rear Axle Shaft, Bearings
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 8 May 2016 11:35:43 -0700
  ...Is that the colour of grease VW used at factory? Or am I looking at water intrusion into the rear axle assembly? Neil. -- Neil...
• Re: Another 84, Westy, for sale in Bend, Ore.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:44:40 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines