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• Re: Trouble in Turboland. or... drain line woe's
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Thu, 1 Jul 1999 12:30:14 -0400
  ...like having the > return tube submerged in oil is going to stop the gusher of oil that comes > down that hose from making its...
• Coolant Hoses
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 09:58:15 -0700
  Well, this is nice! I just returned to the list and was planning to post on coolant hoses and find a discussion underway! A...
• Re: repost - basic a/c hose connection question.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 7 Aug 2003 23:06:13 -0400
  ...The expanded gas then returns to the suction port of the compressor to start the cycle again. I hope this helps! Dennis -----Original Message...
• Re: Coolant hose VS tire size?
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Fri, 21 Nov 2003 12:18:09 -0500
  ...Fatter tire (spare) needs more clearance around the hoses. Keep a 185 for a spare. Jay matt sutton <msutts@EARTHLINK.NET>@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: Black Nylon Fuel Return Hose Kink. Opinions? PICS.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:24:04 -0800
  Ha! Too true! Thanks for the explanations David. This swap continues to be a learning experience. Neil. On Wed, Feb 13, 2013 at 8...
• Van-Again Fuel Line Kit
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 16 Apr 2001 11:14:55 -0400
  ...There was enough hose to replace everything from the plastic feed line (above the starter) to the plastic return line (just forward of the...
• Re: Power Steering Whine from New Hose
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 21 Dec 2012 05:37:25 -0600
  ...New Hose > > I had new power steering lines installed about 6 years ago for my '90 MV. I noticed that the new return line...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Fri, 26 Jun 2020 11:07:49 -0400
  ...Replace > pressure cap, let engine return to idle and you should be good to go. If > the system is working properly it will finish...
• Re: Sick sick sick of diesel Vanagon cooling problems
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:13:33 -1000
  ...for example..on one conversion I ran the return line from the oil cooler to 'just some return hose' ...( main or heater return ) That...
• Re: THANKS - Report (brakes)
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:28:06 -0700
  ...Last fall, I replaced the steel line on Dside rear, from tee to flex hose. It is longer than stock as I could only...
• Re: Severe coolant leak
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 10:00:45 -0700
  ...things to look for are the pump, hoses, the water pump return > pipe, especially the heater return tee braking off, and unfortunately the > outer...
• Re: Diesel questions
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:24:55 -0700
  ...Reconnect hose and start. When running, air will be purged automatically from the return loop. I use a clear glass container in-line with...
• Re: JUST TINKERING WITH MY '84 GL WHEN......
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 10 Jan 1999 17:21:43 -0800
  ...A 5" pair of vice-grips work well on fuel hose in good condition. Golf tees also make excellent fuel/vacuum line plugs. 2...
• Head leak x 2
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sun, 5 Mar 2000 15:21:50 -0700
  ...This was done and the heads were returned to the shop for re-installation, during which the tech apparently did not get the push...
• Re: Brake problem
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 00:04:40 -0500
  ...hoses that connect the caliper's to the hard line. If they were collapsed internally they could cause you some problems, on the return...
• Re: Air Getting into Cooling system
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 1 Apr 2006 21:37:59 -0500
  ...Also, you need to make sure the pressure cap is functioning properly, both the pressure relief and return valve. A sticking or clogged return...
• Re: Inserting Terry K heater shutoff valve
  Historical mailing list - John C...
  Thu, 2 Aug 2007 09:33:34 +0000
  ...The spare is dropped and I see the > heater feed and return hoses, one of which already has a coupler in it > with a...
• draining the Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jonc
  Wed, 6 Sep 2000 09:11:28 -0400
  I have installed a drain in the lower hose which is the return line to the engine at the radiator under the spare tire...
• Re: Steel fuel line adapter & curtain springs
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 27 Jun 2012 05:41:32 -0400
  ...They installed a brass insert in the end of the plastic tubing so that when the hose clamp holding the rubber hose to the...
• Re: PS Hose kit - a cautionary tale
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Wed, 1 Oct 2008 07:11:23 -0400
  ...PS Hose kit - a cautionary tale > To those of us with Power Steering- > > If you're thinking about purchasing a Power Steering Hose Replacement...
• Re: Leaking Rear Heater
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 5 Dec 2011 09:47:44 -0600
  ---- Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > re > A good many of us have simply removed the T-junctions and installed a > continuous hose...
• Re: Severe coolant leak
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 08:35:03 -0400
  ...The usual things to look for are the pump, hoses, the water pump return pipe, especially the heater return tee braking off, and unfortunately...
• Re: Was fuel leak? Now: appropriate route for fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:25:01 -0500
  ...send and > return hoses are located roughly mid point at the firewall. I made a > stainless steel bracket for each hose, and used a...
• Re: Was fuel leak? Now: appropriate route for fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:31:50 -0500
  ...send and > >> return hoses are located roughly mid point at the firewall. I made a > >> stainless steel bracket for each hose > > >> I didn't...
• Again - where should an in-line heater go?
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Thu, 16 Nov 2000 21:01:33 -0600
  ...It looks to me that if we splice the heater into the hose exiting the right head, this would provide circulation into the left...
• Re: Fiberglass Exhaust Wrap - Cooler engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - Steven P Smith
  Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:18:50 -0700
  ...I did put a big water pipe insulation on the return (low pressure) side of the AC hoses from the chassis to the firewall...
• Wire identification request
  Historical mailing list - Warner, Jeff (DSIO)
  Fri, 9 May 2003 12:16:14 -0400
  Can anyone help me identify the small gauge yellow wire that appears to emerge from and return to a large bundle right above the...
• Re: fuel tank update
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:06:07 -0700
  ...return line to the tank looks like a section of 7mm line. > > Does anyone know of a source for the crimp-type hose clamps...
• Re: Fresh air vent motor [& PS hose]
  Historical mailing list - PACO
  Tue, 2 Sep 1997 18:15:48 -0400
  ...hose clamps >>around >>the outer protective rubber sheath to 'stop' the leaking. I hate giving him >>business more than ever. > Clark your return address...
• Re: repost - basic a/c hose connection question.
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 7 Aug 2003 13:29:57 -0500
  ...I apologize for the repost of this >>>> but I am squeezed for time trying to get on the road for the weekend. >>>> >>>> Which hose...
• Re: TIRES
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 20 Jul 2012 22:24:14 -0700
  ...hose or two identified as 'return' when it's not. I was getting hoses for an 83 westy. Be careful is all. ) Those hoses...
• Re: Remote Oil Filter/Oil Cooler Hose
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston
  Tue, 3 Oct 2000 14:03:44 -0400
  ...the motor first, and then possibly add a cooler on the return line. Anyone > have a suggestion for an adapter to spin on to...
• Re: Power Steering leak...options?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 17 Aug 2004 05:59:20 EDT
  ...hose for the pressure line and standard hose for the return line. See my _Vanagon Power Steering Lines_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/hose...
• Re: Puzzled by thesamba instructions: Convert 82D fan wiring to '86 fan.
  Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
  Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:09:48 -0700
  ...Pool wrote: > Martin, > > The 82 & 83 radiator have the return & feed hoses on the same sides. The only difference is the return hose on...
• Re: Fuel Pressure Regulators
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Thu, 6 Jun 2002 09:26:53 -0400
  Fuel Pressure Regulators - Test Procedure & Specifications AIR COOLED AFC - connect gauge US 1076 to fuel ring main - disconnect hose between intake air distributor and...
• Re: [SPAM] Re: installing new luggage rack seals
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Mon, 2 Oct 2006 08:08:41 -0400
  ...1) Walk into hardware store 2) Ask for "four of those washers withe the domed screens that go on washing machine hoses 3) In...
• Re: Trouble in Turboland. or... drain line woe's
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 22:49:45 -0400
  ...like having the return tube submerged in oil is going to stop the gusher of oil that comes down that hose from making its...
• Re: [SPAM] Re: installing new luggage rack seals
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 2 Oct 2006 07:33:11 -0500
  There won't even be a choice in size, since there is no choice in size of standard garden hose hardware. Jim On Oct...
• Re: How to remove/replace airflow meter ?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 4 Aug 2013 14:25:00 -0400
  ...I have 30 days (well about 25 now) to return the core. I read >Bentley and Haynes and nothing except 'remove 4 screws', well...
• Re: back heat removal, comparative experiences among my vans
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 12 Apr 2004 10:41:05 -0700
  ...While some of the coolant will flow through > the rear heater hoses if they are left in place connected and thus > return to the...
• Re: Front CV's on a syncro- Van-Again response
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 18 May 2012 14:30:59 -0400
  ...As for our return policy it is very generous. I have had Actually, Ken took "back" an incorrect front cooling hose that as it...
• How I spent my day off...
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:15:32 -0400
  ...Don’t drag air hose across wet paint on van. Put that cap thingy back on the paint gun reservoir before trying to paint...
• power steering line in engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:01:09 -0400
  ...through the firewall -- not sure if that's the send or return line. In the short term (i.e., before I save enough cash...
• After 3000 mi trip: 84h2o overheating, grinding gears(manual trans)
  Historical mailing list - swamps
  Sun, 6 Jan 2002 16:56:05 -0800
  ...I just returned a week ago from a lenghty ski trip from L.A. To Seattle, Vancouver. All went fine during my trip, knock...
• Re: My overflow tank is full of oil!!!
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:21:14 -0400
  ...Pulled the > > hose from the overflow to the expansion and noticed some blue > > antifreeze drip out. When I lowered the hose I left about...
• Immediate Help Needed With Air-Cooled Heater Hose!
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Mon, 28 Jun 2004 15:06:12 -0500
  ...a favor in return. They are working on a restoration of a 1959 Porsche Carrera Twin Cam. They need heater hose from the Esbarcher...
• Re: Anything like this for 1.9L?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 28 May 2011 15:08:13 -0700
  ...coolant into the rad return, but the weather ain't hot. Worst case: the clamp cuts through the hose, coolant all over the road...
• Re: Radiator disappointment continued
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:24:02 -0400
  ...Plastic ends for the hoses broken off, clearly a useless > item. > > This is the second one to arrive in unusable condition. The packing was...
• Re: Help locating coolant part - 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dave C
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 01:09:04 -0400
  ...with a nipple that > a small diameter coolant hose connects to the metal heater core return > mounted above the engine. It is at this...
• cold weather leaks
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Keeter
  Thu, 28 Dec 2000 15:03:36 -0500
  ...When you wun the van for a bit, the leak stops (best I can tell) and does not return till the temp drops in...
• my bucking/lurching running issue - solved?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 30 Aug 2013 07:43:15 -0700
  ...Pinching off return hose stopped pressure drop. No fuel leakage from vacuum hose to intake. I took a chance and guessed that the little...
• Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Thu, 5 Mar 2009 19:25:13 -0800
  ...And > heck, we're only talking about maybe 20 feet of fluid in the rad send and > return hoses being the differments between the...
• Re: Puzzled by thesamba instructions: Convert 82D fan wiring to '86 fan.
  Historical mailing list - William D. Pool
  Wed, 20 Jul 2016 21:06:27 -0700
  Martin, The 82 & 83 radiator have the return & feed hoses on the same sides. The only difference is the return hose on the 82...
• Re: Running Rich, need help (and wierd fuel pressure)
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 28 Jul 2002 15:20:32 -0700
  ...pressure reg returns excess pressure (fuel) to the tank. Disconnect that line from the reg, attach a couple foot piece of hose to the...
• Re: Got Shifter Bushings?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 3 May 2010 20:18:35 -0700
  ...The return line/hose is less of a problem. If you still have steel lines, they can be replaced with hydraulic hoses. I had...
• Re: Removing rear heater (Putting copper in coolant line)
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Thu, 23 Apr 1998 19:27:47 EDT
  Eric; If I understand your post correctly you do NOT have a heater but a copper pipe connecting the two hoses together. If this...
• Re: cooling system hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 23 Sep 2022 01:41:15 +0000
  ...This connection is a new silicone hose with a new >> screw-type hose clamp. >> >> My question here is whether an ear clamp (Oetiker style...
• Re: That's some heater!
  Historical mailing list - Greg Schmidt
  Tue, 21 May 1996 16:02:01 -0500 (CDT)
  ...Can a heater have > this much oomph? Or do I have its return hose connected near the temp > sensor of the engine, or some...
• Re: Coolant Heater Hose?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 3 Jan 2005 17:22:52 -0700
  ...The heater lines go from the engine in 5/8 inch tubing to the heater unit up at the front and then return back...
• Re: Will an early Subaru engine fit the Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 14 Nov 2007 20:20:15 -0800
  ...assorted FLAPS & hardware stores including the hoses & hardware. Later ... I spent $120 on the MasterCraft stainless coolant return line and $50 on two head...