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• Re: vanagon question
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 08:12:48 -0400
  ...This is an '85 with a brand new Boston Bob engine, all new hoses, new water pump, thermostat, pressure cap, tank, etc. I would...
• Re: coolant system pressure
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:39:28 -0400
  ...The system should reach and stabilize at whatever nominal pressure that the cap is designed for. I see another note that it may be...
• Re: My turn for a cooling sys question
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 14:48:30 -0800
  ...john >Sometimes the suck back feature of the pressure bottle cap doesn't work like >it should, but it should.
• Re: Coolant change
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Sun, 27 Aug 2000 21:28:24 PDT
  ...are you getting the tailend higher than the radiator - is it >(the > > pressure cap) the highest point??? > > > > >From: John Rodgers <inua@hiwaay.net> > > > > >Mark...
• Re: extra reservoir cap anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Dave C.
  Fri, 2 Feb 2001 12:29:08 -0500
  ...I drilled a hole in the cap and installed a brass hose barb. To this was connected a hose from a 1 gallon pressure...
• Re: Wierd coolant overflow problem......help needed.
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 2 Sep 2003 09:59:29 -0400
  ...It seems that the pressure cap > allows coolant to leave the system into the overflow, but it does not > suck it back in. So...
• RE: Tires & Pressure '85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Mon, 27 Jan 1997 22:10:03 -0500
  Tire pressure should be set to the pressure on the door jamb, do not however exceed the maximum pressure for the tire. This is...
• Re: Mocal sandwich plate plus oil cooler equals overcooling
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 14 Feb 2009 17:08:28 -0800
  that would be interesting to find another place ( besides the pressure cap fitting on the pressure bottle ) to tap into the cooling system so...
• Re: LPG Pressure, furnace and fridge observations, Was: Propex heater
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sat, 28 Apr 2007 08:57:01 -0700
  ...Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR Loren Busch typed: > RE: Pressures > Note the comments here about pressure, Propane vs. Butane, and pressure. > Confusing...
• Re: Headgasket diagnostic "trick"
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:30:11 -0700
  ...If there is pressure there when you remove the >> pressure cap ... >> yup .....exhaust and combustion pressure are getting into the cooling >> system . >> it's...
• Evans NPG+ non-aqueous coolant - was: blue vs green vs orange coolant
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Wed, 9 Aug 2006 09:32:25 -0700
  ...How does the 'no pressure' aspect work? Does one put a pin hole in the expansion tank cap?? Or is it that this special...
• Re: Advice on TD engine problem
  Historical mailing list - Walking Boss
  Sat, 9 May 2015 10:58:08 -0500
  ...Although you didn't run it long, the valve springs produce a lot of pressure and since there is no bearing the cap will...
• Pressure releife valve
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 09:31:45 -0700
  ...The cap on the pressure tank is not being able to deal with disaster fast enough. Any of you ever did such thing? Was...
• Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 3 Mar 2008 07:58:58 -0600
  ...Gas caps are largely standardized now, so fitting it to the pressure > tester is no trouble. > > Enter the asinine evap test for pre-OBD2...
• RE: Nervous about heads
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Thu, 9 Jan 1997 08:21:47 -0700
  ...I concluded that it was the cap's failure to hold pressure (#2 above). I checked the cap as above and it failed #3A...
• Re: Cooling system woes (again, again, again-again)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Jul 2001 09:19:49 -0400
  ...Cooling system woes (again, again, again-again) My '87 likes to barf out its coolant little by little through the pressure cap into the...
• Re: Re temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 8 Jan 2012 19:38:52 -0800
  ...Next to the pressure cap is a coolant level switch (improperly referee as 'a probe'). See examples @ BusDepot though they don't list the...
• 2WD sand capabilities?
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Foltz
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 10:39:32 EDT
  Anyone have any sand experience with a 2WD westfalia? It's almost vacation time and I'd like to scoot out to Cape Fear...
• Tire pressure
  Historical mailing list - W. Silva
  Sun, 22 Jun 1997 08:38:52 -0400
  I'm soliciting opinions from Listees as to what you recommend to run for tire pressures in an '85 Westy, usually kept ready for...
• Re: Pressure test cooling system howto?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:25:20 -0700
  re the question about can you pressurize through the vanagon 2.1 wbxer coolant bottle pressure cap .. yes you can .. it's a one...
• Re: coolant tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 20 Sep 2015 08:49:54 -0700
  it's easier if you let the reservoir bolted to the van...better if no pressure in the cooling system which means cold I...
• WTB: Master cyl cap;
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Sat, 22 Mar 2003 11:31:31 EST
  ...I need one for my pressure bleeder. Thanks so much! John C. SLC, UT
• Re: WTB Coolant pressure tester
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 27 Feb 2008 08:04:16 -0500
  ...Push the hose onto the nipple of the pressure cap on the expansion tank. Voila! Instant coolant system pressure tester that can also be...
• Re: michelin agilis tire pressure
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sat, 10 Sep 2005 18:18:06 -0700
  ...1710 lbs Max Inflation Pressure: 54 psi Model: Agilis 61 Size: 185R14 Load Range: 99 Load Index: D Max Load: 1875 lbs Max Inflation...
• Re: 90 Vanagon/Westy fuel problem
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:44:10 -0700
  ...Tried with gas cap off, etc. took all fuel lines >> loose and blew thru them. No fix. Bench checked fuel pump and it >> pressures...
• Re: Pressure test cooling system howto?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:20:21 -0700
  ...Pressure test cooling system howto? > Scott, > > Thanks for the info on the cap. I'll probably just replace the suspect > hose > first and see...
• Re: cooling system hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:42:53 -0700
  ...I purchased a new 13psi cap and when tested it, it would quickly bleed off excess pressure above 13. The van has likely been...
• Re: Coolant Explosion '86 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
  Tue, 24 Aug 1999 17:00:09 -0700
  ...WAS your expansion tank cap...black? All new tank caps are >blue, I believe this was to reduce pressure and stop the famous tank...
• Re: Back From Mothballing, Mystery Coolant Leak - bump
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 5 May 2012 18:20:30 -0700
  "So unless your pressure cap is completely out of spec you were not over pressurising the system. Totally how it was meant to work...
• Tire aspect ratios and load index
  Historical mailing list - =David M=
  Fri, 9 Jun 2000 13:06:48 -0400
  ...So lower aspect ratio has a negative effect on load bearing capacity. Wider width has a positive effect on load bearing capacity Also, you...
• Re: Update on Engine Overheating Concern
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 18 Feb 2005 13:24:34 EST
  In a message dated 2/18/05 12:15:13 PM, roadguy@ROADHAUS.COM writes: << Pressure Cap - Replaced >> Did the old one test bad...
• Head gasket--double the fun
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 20 Dec 2015 14:51:09 -0800
  ...Something to do this winter! BTW, my Motive pressure brake bleeder works great for pressurizing the cooling system through the pressure cap. Stuart
• Re: Passing NJ Inspections
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 2 Mar 2002 22:40:41 -0600
  ...the fuel cap pressure test. I replace the fuel > cap and again it leaked through the key hole. My locking gas cap (from a...
• Re: Coolant Tank Issues
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 7 May 2013 07:40:13 -0400
  ...As soon as I loosened the blue cap pressure started filling it up from the rest of the water system. I quickly tightened it...
• Re: expansion tank wierdness
  Historical mailing list - John H. Rodgers
  Sun, 20 Sep 1998 17:06:48 -0500
  ...The expansion tank has a level sensor and a pressure cap with an overflow line to the overflow tank. The overflow tank has three...
• Re: vacuum bleeding?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Wed, 3 Mar 2004 16:10:03 -0500
  need i point out that gauge pressure is operative here. for example, with pressure cap removed and engine off, system is in equilibrium with...
• Re: Cooling System Pressure Testing - make your own tool CHEAP!
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:07:19 -0300
  ...used cap to remove the valving and attach an air compressor or hand tire pump to the pressure tank. Apply your chosen pressure (I...
• Re: coolant overflow fears and thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:31:47 -0400
  ...The cap should hold it in when the revs drop down. After a few cycles the internal pressure should equalize and a quick test...
• Re: propane gauge?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 29 Apr 1997 19:46:04 PST
  ...If I understand correctly your are wanting to use a pressure gauge as fuel level indicator. As long as the gas is in liquid...
• Re: Lost coolant cap?
  Historical mailing list - Jennifer Rabbitt
  Wed, 10 Jan 2018 09:23:02 -0800
  ...The 2-way blue cap >> > dumps some coolant in it when the pressure exceeds the limit and it sucks >> > the coolant back in when...
• Re: Correct Air Pressure
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Wed, 20 Jul 2005 19:24:29 -0700
  ...Correct Air Pressure Clipped >>> "What is the correct air pressure for the tires I'm using on my 88 GL.?" I have Michelin 207...
• Re: Rear brakes frustration
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:02:12 -0800
  ...Brake pressure bleeder http://faculty.ccp.edu/faculty/dreed/campingart/jettatech/bleeder/index.htm Anyone know where to get a master cyl cap? Rob...
• Re: Having Problem with Overheating (1.9l to 2.1l conversion)
  Historical mailing list - John Haddad
  Thu, 11 May 2000 10:47:24 -0400
  ...checked that the cooling system is maintaining pressure? If not, this would effectively raise the boiling point. Have you checked the cap? John Haddad
• Water Woe's
  Historical mailing list - Mervyn Readman
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 19:27:37 EDT
  ...What could be causing this? Is it the cap not releasing pressure?I thought I had bled it well but could air in the...
• Re: Leaker!
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Tue, 28 Nov 2000 07:31:52 -0700
  ...I have no cooling system problems with it except that it seems to eventually trash the pressure cap. It takes about a year but...
• Re: (stant press test done) Coolant Bleeding Blunders
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 Jan 1997 09:02:31 -0800 (PST)
  ...pressure and i found 5 hose leaks at 14.5 psi (1 mondo, 4 minor) and a cap that doesn't hold any pressure...
• Cooling System Warning Light
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 23 Sep 2022 12:57:13 +0000
  ...on the other side of the pressure cap. The single tank system does not have as much capacity for expansion and as there is...
• Re: Missing coolant
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 14 Oct 2015 23:21:15 -0400
  ...On system that have an air pocket under the pressure cap the system only has the cap vent during an overfill or overheat condition...
• Coolant Service Procedure
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Wed, 19 Dec 2001 08:19:21 -0800
  ...Lower the rear, raise the front, remove the pressure cap and radiator bleed valve. Let drain. Blow low pressure air through the radiator bleed...
• Re: Blue radiator cap
  Historical mailing list - �ric Giroux
  Wed, 31 May 2000 15:25:58 -0400
  ...That's all I could find. �ric At 12:51 PM 31/05/00 -0600, Gary wrote: >I just bought a new radiator cap...
• Re: weird smog rule
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Bryson
  Wed, 13 Nov 2002 20:35:16 -0700
  ...On 11/13/02 6:58 PM, "Joseph Fortino" <fortinoj@SPEAKEASY.NET> wrote: > smog check now checks gas caps for pressure? total weirdness if...
• Re: home-made pressure bleeder
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Tue, 10 Mar 2009 16:27:35 -0700
  Hmmm, not sure whether the line from the remote reservoir and the master cylinder can withstand pressure, or what kind of cap it uses...
• Re: air bubble that is stubborn
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Sat, 10 Feb 2001 12:06:03 -0500
  ...in the sensor fitting -crack in the tank -faulty pressure cap -low coolant pressure due to coolant leak Larry > HELP!!!!! how to get this...
• Possilbe coolant leak in heater core vicinity
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:02:48 -0700
  ...I'd like to know if I do a pressure test @ 14 PSI at the expansion tank blue cap cold, well this pressure show...
• extra reservoir cap anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Dave C.
  Tue, 12 Dec 2000 09:28:16 -0500
  Anyone have an extra used hydraulic fluid reservoir cap they could send me for my homemade pressure bleeder? I'll cover postage by paypal...
• Review on DIY $20 Pressure Bleeder
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:00:19 -0500
  ...Holds pressure all day and releases easy. Did not have a back-up oil res cap, so used a Poulan leaf blower cap instead...
• Re: Aluminum coolant tanks. Why?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 24 Jul 2021 13:39:30 -0400
  ...The metal based tanks are much more >> tolerant and so is the pressure cap. In addition the standard design cap >> used with these tanks...
• Re: Blinking temperature light
  Historical mailing list - Goetz Aust
  Mon, 29 Jul 2013 12:05:53 -0600
  Turned pressure tank cap and it started leaking from the top so I think I'm good. I think I'll limp home and...
• Re: Anyone ever rigged up a Coolant Pressure Gauge???
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Mon, 21 Jul 2003 09:29:12 -0400
  ...It ran higher than I thought, reaching 14 psi > when hot, near, or at the set point of the pressure cap. I assume there...
• Re: Hose from pressure cap on expansion tank to coolant overflow tank
  Historical mailing list - John H. Lauterbach
  Sun, 20 Oct 2019 16:47:41 -0400
  ...Hose from pressure cap on expansion tank to coolant overflow tank > Thank you, Gene. I would appreciate it if you would post the Gates...