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• replacing the nozzle for windshield washer
  Historical mailing list - Edward Barger
  Mon, 29 Jun 2020 16:17:26 -0700
  I have the GW Dual nozzle windshield washers to replace the old ones that seem to be partially closed and do not cover the...
• Re: windshield washer don't work
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
  Mon, 6 Mar 2000 16:36:19 -0800
  ...Simulate operation of the washer function on the >assembly and note where the contacts are touching. Use an ignition points >file or fine emory...
• Re: Stream Redirection- WAS: Windshield washer blockage
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 4 Feb 2009 14:32:16 -0800
  ...that I've been meaning to address for > some > time.... > > My washers shoot the fluid directly up in the air. > The only way I...
• Re: a simple wiper question
  Historical mailing list - Dave C.
  Thu, 11 Jan 2001 14:06:23 -0500
  on 1/10/2001 4:42 AM, Benjamin Tan at BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM wrote: > Pull towards you to activate the front washers and 3...
• Re: distributor washers
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Silliker
  Thu, 22 Sep 2005 18:08:13 -0400
  ...No problem pressing out the pin, > disassembly was great. > > Except. > One of the black washers disintegrated. What can I use to replace it? It...
• Re: Wiper/Washer Switch Question
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 8 Jul 2008 23:54:10 -0700
  ...On a Vanagon, '90, the >>> wiper/washer lever has three positions: center off, up for fast, down for >>> slow. And in all three positions...
• Re: Carrying a washer in a Westy
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Wed, 28 Apr 1999 17:00:32 -0700
  ...Carrying a washer in a Westy > > > > Anyone ever transport a washing machine in their Westy? I may need to > pick > > up a washer (and...
• Re: copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sun, 1 Sep 2019 12:33:51 -0300
  ...How many of those are the result of over-tourquing regardless of the washer used?
• Rear windshield washer hose
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sat, 9 Apr 2016 23:17:40 -0400
  Hi all, Is the part number for the rear windshield washer hose for an '87 2.1 L Westy N0203011? How many meters are...
• Re: Front w. washer fluid tank
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 29 Nov 1998 16:48:42 EST
  WHEN I FILLED MY WASHER TANK FOR THE FIRST TIME IT OVERFLOWED ON THE GROUND ,IT WAS THEN I REALIZED THAT IT MUST HAVE...
• Need upper Control arm Eccentric Washers.....Know any online sources?
  Historical mailing list - P. Stanhope
  Tue, 9 Dec 2003 10:55:27 -0800
  Hi i need Eccentric Washers that are thicker than the stock ones. I remember someone from the list mentioning a place that sells them...
• clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:13:46 -0500
  ...Also, the place I had do it when I first bought the van apparently didn't put the little washers on the cv bolts...
• Re: Problem with rear axle bolts breaking
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 27 Aug 2012 11:31:31 -0500
  ...If you have trouble finding the right washers (not normal lock washers) use the Nord-Lock washers you can get at Fastenal. Jim On...
• Flying without pilot (bearing)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Frisbee
  Tue, 5 Jan 1999 09:14:08 -0800
  ...The Bentley manual shows a spacer and felt washer should be with the pilot bearing, but they are nowhere to be found (also an...
• Re: Oil drain plug washer?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:45:28 -0500
  Jonathon, mechanics I have consulted use copper washers. I forget the size. most flaps have it listed in their books, but probably don't...
• Re: Replacing Stock 82 Van mirrors w/stronger model
  Historical mailing list
  11 Apr 95 03:18:01 -0600
  ...What I found was that the aluminum post and "backing washer" for the spring would seize together over time. Once that happened no amount...
• Re: CV joint boot kit - what to do with the large washer?
  Historical mailing list - William
  Fri, 10 Sep 2004 09:49:19 -0400
  ...CV joint boot kit - what to do with the large washer? > If you mean the dished washer this should go on the axle before...
• Re: Windshield Washer
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 21 Nov 2000 01:07:44 -0800
  ...I also ended up taking the washer tank out and cleaning it to remove any gunk that may have clogged the works in the...
• Dry residue in windshield washer reservoir
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 10 Nov 2016 08:49:59 -0800
  hi all, I try to remove the dry residue in windshield washer reservoir.. not easy to scrap it out because of the shape of...
• Re: Cleaning bad grounds
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 11:40:14 -0700
  ...Proper connection > to wire assumed (different set of problems). > Flat metal washer. Sometimes omitted. > Lock washer. > Purpose is to maintain high contact pressure. > Nut...
• Re: I need a vanagon washer bottle for the front
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 29 Aug 2017 14:35:57 -0600
  ...at 10:47 AM, Dave Bohannan wrote: > Speaking of the front washer bottle� has anyone successfully patched/repaired one? Mine fills to about 3...
• Re: copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 1 Sep 2019 11:03:13 -0400
  ...Right now it has a leather washer that's doing the job. Yrs, d > >
• copper washers??
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Oct 1994 12:46:15 -0400
  ...I didn't know that copper crush washers were a one time use thing. I can't find them anywhere locally (Milwaukee, WI) can...
• Re: wipers no longer aligned with each other 87 westy
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Wed, 4 Dec 2002 14:07:09 -0600
  ...Mike, Before you tighten down nut remove it and the little spring washer. Put a 6mm flat washer on shaft then put nut on...
• Re: westy Water tank drain cap - same as rear hatch washer bottle cap
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 29 Jun 2005 22:16:29 EDT
  ...so the rear hatch washer bottle cap will work on all '80-'86 westy sink drains then.. i have a coffee can filled with...
• Dumb question re: windshield washer reservoir
  Historical mailing list - Glen Buhlmann
  Fri, 21 Jun 1996 11:17:15 -0800
  Well, up until now I've never had to add washer fluid to my buses. So my question is...how do I get the...
• Re: door panel pain
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 22:08:47 -0500
  ...chrome washers. >> > > On page 1234 of a book entitled "Everything Has a Name", I found > this: > Chrome screws with little formed chrome washers = oval...
• Re: Window washer troubleshooting 1987 GL 2-wheel drive Westy
  Historical mailing list - Preston Grimes
  Wed, 17 May 2006 06:29:34 -0700
  ...the > washer switch is in the off position? I took a reading yesterday and it read > over 20 volts key on washer pump switch...
• Re: How do you operate the headlight washers? - The Answer
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 13 Jan 2004 10:50:55 -0800
  ...How do you operate the headlight washers? - The Answer Can I query? Are you sure this is true while moving above 30-40 mph...
• 1981 2L Type IV Strainer Cleaning - Where Does the Rubber Washer Go?
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Fri, 23 Oct 2020 15:01:08 -0400
  ...I bought a gasket set that includes the two large paper gaskets and the aluminum crush washer. However, when I took the strainer off...
• whoa! loose washer on crank UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Fri, 5 Nov 2004 20:28:50 -0600
  ...Bently also says there are to be 3 shims, but I only have one (not counting the thrust washer). What the heck is going...
• Re: Clean my Dusty Caps
  Historical mailing list - Vdub Guy
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:29:22 +0000
  I<if you have a power washer, nail them with that. If not take a soft, long bristle brush, and lightly go over the...
• Re: Wiring headlight washer pumps
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 11:18:41 -0800
  ...Thought VW may have added a relay to the wiper washer circuit to carry load to extra motor. But those motors are small. If...
• Re: Windshield washer switch malfunction...
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Tue, 25 May 1999 13:39:22 -0400
  ...Windshield washer switch malfunction... > The windshield washer on my 88 Weekender is moody lately... It > sometimes squirts when I pulled the switch lever and...
• Re: Radius Rod Landing on Frame
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Fri, 20 Mar 2015 12:15:34 -0600
  Ok, I have the recommended washers and yellow T3 Technique radius rod bushing kit in hand. The bushing kit's aluminum flange fits perfectly...
• Re: Need help finding Auto Trans Washers
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 14 Jan 2015 17:36:21 +0000
  ...needs: > > > > "The 2 plastic washers for the planetary gears, they're red with 3 tabs" > > > > Anyone know what washers he's talking about and...
• Bug washer jets on the Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 10:54:46 -0700
  From one of the posts to the list, I took a suggestion and replaced my Vanagon washer jets ('88) with stock VW bug ones...
• Advise on Fixing Rear Washer Plumbing?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:49:27 -0800
  ...It's open right there, washer fluid runs all over the place if the washer is turned on. So, any good suggestions for fixing...
• Re: Rear windshield washer hose
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 14 Jan 2015 20:40:47 -0800
  The part number shown is N0203011 Mark Marc Perdue wrote: > The hose for my rear windshield washer broke right where it comes out > of...
• Windshield Washer Reservoir
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Wed, 10 Nov 1999 13:52:42 -0500
  Hey gang, I'm embarrassed to admit I can't find where to fill the front windshield washer fluid. I re-aimed the jets...
• Re: Front door hinge pin update
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 21 May 2015 20:23:00 -0700
  You are a better man than me! I'd need that kid pressed into service to insert the washers. For those who have no...
• Re: Help with GW links
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Mon, 26 Apr 2021 06:56:42 -0700
  ...They offer kits with an "assortment of top washer" (sic). The FAQs say the washer is mostly to protect the oil pan surface. The...
• Re: wanted: exhaust part number
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 17 Nov 2010 17:35:39 -0500
  ...Heavy Duty Bolting Washers: Gasket set or a quantity of expansion or contraction cycles can cause loosening of the bolt and these heavy duty...
• Obscure gaskets and seals, 1.9L wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Dyer Lytle
  Thu, 29 Apr 2004 15:31:24 -0700
  ...The first one is called, according to ETKA, the "oil thrower sealing washer". This goes on the pulley end of the crankshaft just outside...
• Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 08:55:00 -0800
  ...seeking source for copper crush washers I need an M14 and M16 sized copper crush washer to reconnect the low and high side fittings...
• Re: door panel pain
  Historical mailing list - Richie Chunda
  Tue, 16 Jul 2002 11:09:36 EDT
  In a message dated 7/16/02 10:06:53 AM, maxjoyce@ipa.net writes: << wide flange stainless finishing washers . . . . . . I haven't seen...
• Re: windshield washer
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Wed, 23 Feb 2000 12:01:09 EST
  ...Any tips on improving the spray from my passenger side windshield washer? The driver's side works fine. >> Use a needle or a pin...
• Re: washers
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Wed, 8 Jul 2020 13:05:32 -0400
  ...washers those washers are fiber and break easily when you take them out. I made one with a piece of rubber from the bicycle...
• Re: Radiator bleeder screw - Lost washer :(
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 3 Apr 2010 19:08:06 -0700
  Check your FLAPS for a copper washer to fit that bolt. Should be a good replacement. On Sat, Apr 3, 2010 at 6:32...
• Re: seeking source for copper crush washers
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 30 Dec 2007 09:27:58 -0500
  ...seeking source for copper crush washers > > >> Wouldn't dropping them into water "Temper" them ... making them really >> hard? >> >> Mike >> >> >> >> Mike S wrote: >>> At 10...
• Re: Oil drain plug washer?
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Edwards
  Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:30:59 -0600
  ...I've seen rubber washers labeled > as > > > 'drain plug washers' at the local hardware, and I'm sure my FLAPS has > > > similar washers, but...
• Re: Oil Drain Plug Leaking
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 17:43:59 -0700
  ...I try to remember to order washers when I buy filters. What about old copper washers? Save one as a sample to show the...
• windshield washer
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Wed, 23 Feb 2000 08:38:39 -0500
  Dear List, Any tips on improving the spray from my passenger side windshield washer? The driver's side works fine. Thanks, Woody PS The...
• Re: brighter vanagon lights
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Mon, 2 Aug 2004 19:24:58 -0400
  And as an added bonus, your wipers and washers may get a lot more responsive from cleaning the grounds... I had to re-aim...
• Re: Oil plug gasket -- FLAPS?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 9 Aug 2011 10:13:36 -0700
  ...has anyone worked out the torque specs for the various flavors of oil plug gasket/washers? Bentley shows 18 ft/lb for the plug...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:11:15 -0500
  ...I found a nice close-up of schnoor safety washers here: http://www.schnorr.com/safetywashers.html I don't think the ones I...
• Re: CVs and bolts and washers, oh my
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 16 Mar 2005 19:42:32 -0500
  ...dylan --- Anonymous Digest <jbrush@AROS.NET> wrote: > >Do the CV bolts require lock washers? Locktite? > > > >Yes, lock washers are needed. They are a special...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 24 Aug 2008 13:58:41 -0700
  ...Too > often, folks try to overtighten them to get a seal. > > That said, when a new crush washer isn't available, you can anneal...
• Re: Windshield washer pump / switch?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 09:16:55 -0700
  ...My windshield washer has been gradually weakening over the > past few weeks (jets don't shoot as high on the windshield, and it takes...
• Re: Oh Well... Stripped Oil Drain Plug...
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 13:51:17 -0700
  this reminds me - what sort of bloody washer is *supposed* to be on the WB engine? I have been unsuccessful finding anything at my...