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• Re: Determine if new pilot bearing needs replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 9 Oct 2017 15:09:34 -0700
  ...Regardless, after cleaning it with brake parts cleaner on a towel and Q tips then adding a little tacky grease, I checked how it...
• Re: Replacement AFM technology
  Historical mailing list - tinker man
  Mon, 24 Sep 2007 02:30:26 +0200
  ...Very low ground clearance - my hunch on = > that > is vehicle stability standards btw.....like how easily a vehicle tips = > over > .....just my guess that...
• Re: Engine Swap - what about TDI?
  Historical mailing list - STEPHANIE WOLZ
  Fri, 11 Jun 1999 12:31:36 -0700
  ...This is for a variety of technical reasons that I will give later. In spite of my reservations (for others) of using this engine...
• Trip report. Okanagon B.C. (Long, but some tips)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:23:45 -0700
  ...be a bit lengthy, but info might be useful to some. TECH: First off, aside from a few things breaking, am happy to say...
• Re: Common front end rattles?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 14 Jun 2021 18:19:09 -0400
  ...But, I appreciate your info and all the great tips from the list. Fingers crossed this takes care of the rattle and prevents any...
• thanks on blinking water temp light and groups in Europe
  Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
  Sat, 13 May 2017 15:27:35 +0200
  ...Lucas Valdes (President & Resident Mechanical Engineer of GoWesty) wrote to provide some info on how the gauge works, and to offer some troubleshooting tips...
• Re: removing input shaft seal
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Mon, 14 May 2012 19:34:02 -0400
  ...AA Transaxle**** > > 425-788-4070**** > > "On the cutting edge of Old technology"**** > > 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk**** > > 90 Doka Tristar...
• Re: CV removal tips?
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Tue, 16 May 2006 02:03:21 -0400
  ...If > you don't have said pile, you > should probably do something more technical minded, > the cheapo puller will generally work fine. > Oh and...
• Re: Auto tranny and diff mating questions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 06:24:49 -0400
  ...If you wouldn't mind responding with some tips, hints and reassurance, I'd appreciate it. 1) The second set of seals that I...
• Re: Replaced driver's side front window seals. Report...
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 21:13:23 -0700
  ...Boy, what a royal pain in the butt this >> was! I'll include some useful tips in a minute, but first, after I got...
• Re: poptop screen available?
  Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
  Fri, 14 Jul 2000 06:29:34 -0700
  ...Our technique: Measure the gross RECTANGULAR shape of the front screen, (in our case) even though it has rounded upper corners, and make sure...
• Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 11 Mar 2015 21:40:25 -0500
  ...Are these adequate, or should I go with the Moog, as >> recommended >> > by >> > > T3 Technique? Also, tried pressing Lower Control Arm Bushing on one...
• Re: Stainless Steel Brake Lines...brake performance tips
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Sat, 2 Sep 2000 18:11:42 PDT
  ...This is a racing >technique that requires cutting an opening in the brake backing plate and >attaching the hose. On the Vanagon these air...
• Re: Common front end rattles?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 14 Jun 2021 19:48:07 -0700
  ...is fixed. > > But, I appreciate your info and all the great tips from the list. > > Fingers crossed this takes care of the rattle and...
• Re: '90 Vanagon Jump Seats
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Wed, 22 Mar 2000 22:25:18 -0600
  ...The following tips should be helpful. When you do the jump seat install, first place ALL components together in the van for rough location...
• Re: maiden trip on rebuilt 85' GL
  Historical mailing list - Jose R. Moscoso
  Tue, 22 Feb 2000 09:22:09 -0500
  ...Program Director Programa de Technology Radiological Universidad Central Del Caribe (www.uccaribe.edu) Call Box 60-327; Bahaman PR 00960-6032 Tel: (787)798...
• Coatings for exhaust systems
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 09:19:38 -0500
  ...Ceramic Coatings are the newest generation and are indeed a formidable, high-tech wonder. ITC 100 HT Ceramic Coating Recommended for use on all...
• Re: removing input shaft seal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 14 May 2012 17:50:51 -0700
  ...AA Transaxle**** >> >> 425-788-4070**** >> >> "On the cutting edge of Old technology"**** >> >> 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk**** >> >> 90 Doka Tristar...
• Re: hole saws/floor cutting
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 22 Jan 2005 20:13:40 -0500
  ...And the hole will come out 1/8" away from the m= ain > side > beam. > Any hints, tips, suggestions on how to do this...
• Re: Car Care [TRACKING DOWN A BATTERY DRAIN - 02/16/2000]
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Wed, 16 Feb 2000 11:41:57 -0800
  ...Brian TipWorld - http://www.tipworld.com The Internet's #1 Source for Computer Tips, News, and Gossip Proudly presents: Car Care ---------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------- And now for...
• Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Reply from AT&T/BellSouth Part I
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Tue, 20 May 2008 09:57:24 -0700
  ...vanagon.com into a wiki and the listmembers > could add DIY tech tips and sad pictures of burned up vanagons from > neglected fuel lines...
• Re: Dynamat install ?'s on front doors(long)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Bell
  Mon, 27 May 2002 12:28:22 -0500
  ...Any tips on advantages of doing other vehicle panels with this > stuff. It is kinda expensive, but a quieter van is a good thing...
• Re: hole saws/floor cutting
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sat, 22 Jan 2005 17:02:12 -0800
  ...And the hole will come out 1/8" away from the m= > ain > > side > > beam. > > Any hints, tips, suggestions on how to do this...
• Re: Installing a slider window
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Thu, 12 Jun 2008 09:49:46 -0400
  ...Are old rubbers reusable and does this have a high chance of success using these tips? -----Original Message----- From: Mike <mbucchino@CHARTER.NET> Sent...
• Re: Bus Depot SPAM, again! - Note from the List Admin!
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Mon, 18 Jan 1999 23:30:24 -0800
  ...Do not discourage commercial enterprises from responding with answers >to Listee's postings where that response also carries technical information >that the individual list...
• Re: Front axle rip off?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Thu, 1 Apr 1999 12:46:44 -0500
  ...As for the speedo-- typical of most mechanics today, your tech rep may suffer from the all-too-common "replace rather than repair" mindset...
• Re: '90 Vanagon Jump Seats
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Thu, 23 Mar 2000 06:20:25 -0800
  ...The following tips > should be helpful. > > When you do the jump seat install, first place ALL components together in > the van for rough location...
• What an alternator really does, and my Bostig experience so far (was Re: Belt squeal question)
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 19:35:46 -0600
  ...and courteous, and they also have provided me with extra little tips (maybe only when they detect a rank newbie on the other end...
• Re: '88 Westy Vacuum leak diagnosis input
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:41:16 -0400
  ...a smile to me! Although, I find today’s challenges regarding technology, social media, and school policies hard to. Imagine working in now. Retirement...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: TIICO vs. CA
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 22 Nov 2001 08:22:36 EST
  ...to present problems and challenges to car owners and technicians. Here are some tips to keep you and your customers on the straight and...
• Roadhaus Update
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Thu, 13 May 2004 12:07:51 -0700
  ...Brian Tipsword ... Tried to move mountains to help William Barley ... Offered to drive up from Phoenix and help install a new engine Steve Best...
• Re: FW: Salt project
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 5 Dec 2002 11:02:43 -0700
  ...Rico Baroga, WSDOT Maintenance, > > 360-705-7864 (Olympia) > > > > > > Changing technologies allow WSDOT to look again at > > salt > > > > > > OLYMPIA -- Advancing highway maintenance > > technologies, motor vehicle...
• Re: removing input shaft seal
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Mon, 14 May 2012 21:12:09 -0400
  ...AA Transaxle**** > 425-788-4070**** > > "On the cutting edge of Old technology"**** > > 86 Syncro Westy w/Turbo Zetec in the trunk**** > > 90 Doka Tristar...
• Re: Dynamat install ?'s on front doors(long)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 27 May 2002 12:53:16 -0500
  ...Any tips on advantages of doing other vehicle panels with this > > stuff. It is kinda expensive, but a quieter van is a good thing...
• Re: NEED HEAD advice
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Mon, 2 Nov 1998 09:55:43 -0500
  ...I may well have been courting catastrophy with my technique but it was the only one available to me. It could well be that...
• Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Thu, 12 Mar 2015 22:19:00 -0600
  ...Are these adequate, or should I go with the Moog, as > >> recommended > >> > by > >> > > T3 Technique? Also, tried pressing Lower Control Arm Bushing on one...
• Re: [Syncro] Bidding on manuals on ebay
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Thu, 13 Apr 2000 09:23:31 -0400
  With all the talk of tech manuals, I thought I would mention 16 more obscure factory manuals for Vanagon that exist (yes, I have...
• Re: Bus Depot SPAM, again! - Note from the List Admin!
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Tue, 19 Jan 1999 09:00:52 -0800
  ...Do not discourage commercial enterprises from responding with > answers > >to Listee's postings where that response also carries technical > information > >that the individual list...
• Re: [WetWesties] Aux battery Woahs -Status
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
  Tue, 23 Jun 2015 18:21:38 -0700
  ...Keep the tips coming. I did pull the battery and took it in to test. They confirmed its dead. I decided to take one...
• Re: hole saws/floor cutting
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sat, 22 Jan 2005 20:13:19 -0500
  ...And the hole will come out 1/8" away from the > m= > > ain > > > side > > > beam. > > > Any hints, tips, suggestions on how to do this...
• Re: "green" cars (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 16 Feb 2004 22:52:40 -0600
  ...The manufacturing techniques required to eliminate flaws is a major factor in the current high price. Another is that "net build" is necessary. In...
• Re: Common front end rattles?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 14 Jun 2021 23:12:46 -0400
  ...is fixed. >> >> But, I appreciate your info and all the great tips from the list. >> >> Fingers crossed this takes care of the rattle and...
• Re: Start battery any new tips when replacing?
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sat, 25 Jan 2025 09:35:40 -0800
  ...Start battery any new tips when replacing? > > Hi, just following up on this discussion of replacing the starter battery as mine is approaching 7...
• Re: Clutch Cross Shaft Arm Wear. Abnormal? PICS
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 5 Apr 2010 14:07:10 -0700
  ...And I especially lube the tips of the fork arms - what's in your >> pics. >> If it was clipped in there like it belongs...
• Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Reply from AT&T/BellSouth Part I
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 20 May 2008 10:07:39 -0700
  ...vanagon.com into a wiki and the listmembers >> could add DIY tech tips and sad pictures of burned up vanagons from >> neglected fuel lines...
• Fw: Re: Bus Depot SPAM, again! - Note from the List Admin!
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 19 Jan 1999 00:20:43 -0800
  ...Do not discourage commercial enterprises from responding with answers >>to Listee's postings where that response also carries technical information >>that the individual list...
• Re: Start battery any new tips when replacing?
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:59:30 -0800
  ...Start battery any new tips when replacing? > > I have never understood the issue with having a "vent tube". Isn't the gas produced Hydrogen...
• Re: A bit rough idle, running. Unbalanced injectors?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sun, 19 Aug 2007 13:46:43 -0600
  Hi, thanks for tips so far. Below I'll try to summarize and clarify the Eurovan I5 engine problem. > On 8/19/07 scottdaniel...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 12:18:35 -0600
  ...The sears > > >set (clear plastic handles with red and blue stripes) are pretty > > >disappointing. / I don't abuse them, but the tips on my...
• Re: brake lights not working
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 11 Sep 2010 12:45:14 -0700
  re Is there a fuse that protects the brake light circuit? one very low tech option is to just check ALL the fuses . On...
• Re: Morning Gnarliness: how to deal with
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:03:05 -0700
  ...I would appreciate hearing tips from others who may have already > sorted out techniques for dealing with bucketdrops. >> Those who own and use fancier...
• Re: hole saws/floor cutting
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 22 Jan 2005 18:57:22 -0800
  ...And the hole will come out 1/8" away from >> > > the >> m= >> > ain >> > > side >> > > beam. >> > > Any hints, tips, suggestions on how to do this...
• Re: Anti Sway bar rattle help request
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 17 Jun 2021 10:50:28 -0400
  ...T3 Technique <christopher@t3technique.com> > Subject: Anti Sway bar rattle help request > > > Hi Chris, > > I hope you get this request. > > I’m getting a...
• Re: clutch time
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:44:35 -0700
  ...I sort of specialize in very effective low tech methods. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of...
• Re: clutch time
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 26 Mar 2008 17:03:15 -0700
  ...I sort of specialize in very effective low tech methods. -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of...
• Re: [WetWesties] Aux battery Woahs -Status
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Tue, 23 Jun 2015 21:57:47 -0400
  ...Keep the tips coming. > > I did pull the battery and took it in to test. They confirmed its dead. > > I decided to take one...
• Re: Engine worries return
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 29 Jul 2017 16:30:51 -0400
  Hi Denis, Neil, and others, thanks for the continued info and tips. I’m planning to ask a VW friend if he can help...
• Re: [WetWesties] Aux battery Woahs -Status
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 23 Jun 2015 18:25:13 -0700
  ...Keep the tips coming. > > I did pull the battery and took it in to test. They confirmed its dead. > > I decided to take one...
• Re: Low Brake Pedal, Caliper Piston Movement.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 27 Jun 2015 20:34:39 -0700
  ...Is that teet > there to help keep the adjuster arm in place? > > As per your tips in the archives, I cleaned and lubed the...
• Re: Lots of talk about Rust...
  Historical mailing list - zzIML-VANAGON
  Mon, 27 Sep 1999 20:01:19 -0700
  ...Some tips: 1. If paint is scratched or an area is banged and paint is damaged, PAINT IT! Don't leave exposed areas, even...