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  • Re: Headlamp upgrades to brighter lights - think of others
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Thu, 11 Sep 2003 11:22:56 +1200
    ...No way would I wany glow-worm US lights! I like to SEE where I'm going. -- Andrew Grebneff Dunedin, New Zealand 64 (3...
  • Re: Steering/front end "Clack!" sound - then no sound!
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:48:57 -0800
    ...I recall adjusting the worm gear on one of my Beetles. A similar result happened! "Grind grind grind" ;^) Thanks again, Neil. On Fri, Nov...
  • Mileage (literage)
    Historical mailing list - P.J. Kenny
    Thu, 19 Jan 1995 00:57:00 GMT
    ...clare, ireland - - will eat worms for cash - can't find my real sig file - - ... you want economy, you want a bicycle ... - "I met someone...
  • Re: Sliding door repair
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:57:50 -0700
    ...Even when I finally wormed my hand in there behind to hold the nut while I turned the bolt, I couldn't hold it...
  • Re: Factory Hose Clamps
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 9 Jun 2012 14:15:22 -0700
    ...better, are lighter, are cheaper, don't damage >> hoses like common worm gear clamps, and for some purposes, like CV >> boots, don't cause...
  • Re: snowhite, opening email, anti virus, etc.
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 21 Jan 2001 14:27:29 -0500
    ...Please ignore the name -- the site was founded to combat the W95.hybris.gen worm which usually comes with a fake address pointing to...
  • TiiCo - CA emissions + Questions
    Historical mailing list - James V
    Mon, 12 Jan 2004 23:05:12 -0800
    ...But what flavor worms would I be cracking open w/ such a van? Thanks, James 90 Carat
  • Recommendations, anyone?
    Historical mailing list - Gab and Em
    Mon, 9 Jul 2012 10:28:05 -0400
    ...the odometer gear (in the dasboard) does not engage the driving worm-gear, so I question the odometer!) -"gold" colour with gold colour (light...
  • Changing Fuel Lines and Clamps - in Canada
    Historical mailing list - �ric Giroux
    Thu, 21 Jun 2001 10:00:49 -0400
    ...I paid $15 for about 2 meters, the product number is N 020 281 1 - Good Stuff! - Tiny Stainless Steel worm clamps are available...
  • Re: About Oetiker Clamps
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Mon, 28 Aug 2023 20:08:50 -0400
    ...So, for Fuel Injection hoses, it's my "opinion" those smooth sided screw clamps are a superior design (obviously not the slotted worm-drive...
  • :) Diesel do.
    Historical mailing list - P.J. Kenny
    Fri, 20 Jan 1995 22:26:14 GMT
    ...clare, ireland - - will eat worms for cash - can't find my real sig file - "I met someone who looks a lot like you She...
  • Re: Odometer failed, any advice?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:54:28 -0500
    OK, I had mine apart this am and put a drop of crazy glue on the gear that is driven by the worm gear...
  • Re: 20 hours later and a new water pump and a few other things...
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Sun, 19 Sep 2004 20:26:29 -0700
    ...I do not like the worm clamps because they need occasional tightening as the hose settles. I have had them dig into the hose...
  • Re: first time buyer
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 18 Jan 2011 14:57:54 -0800
    ...first time buyer > See this can of worms you've opened Brad? > > For GOD SAKES DON'T ASK ABOUT TIRES!!!!!! > > > :) > > Steven > > On Mon, Jan...
  • Re: removing frozen lug nuts / bolts ?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 17 Dec 2005 07:49:00 EST
    ...there and I did not want to open that can of worms ! BTW, did you also get that lovely snow storm down your way...
  • Re: Steel coolant pipe removal?
    Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
    Sun, 14 May 2017 09:24:34 -0700
    ...I got out my screwdriver to tighten it and "CLICK", the worm screw stripped out. Then the drips really started. I replaced all four...
  • Re: Odometer Repair-Migrating Shaft
    Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
    Sun, 25 Feb 2001 23:55:48 -0800
    ...drives white plastic double gear and the other end of it, worm gear side drives the speedo counter pinion gear(beige). From your description...
  • Re: Engine running COLD
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:48:01 -0500
    ...has to have no bypass at all for the engine to worm up. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
  • Re: TO LIST ADMIN
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Tue, 7 May 2002 16:57:05 -0400
    What this Klez worm does is take an e-mail address from the victim's own address book and puts it in the "From...
  • Re: TO LIST ADMIN - vanagons
    Historical mailing list - MDC Vanagon
    Tue, 7 May 2002 14:52:45 -0700
    ...an update for my anti-virus software to clean the klez-worm from my POS >PC. Another advantage to a Mac - too rare for...
  • Re: Microsoft patch- hoax or real
    Historical mailing list - Tom L. Salicos
    Sun, 28 Sep 2003 14:48:41 -0700
    ...sender is normal folk, so I wonder if they have a worm going, sending these out ???" NEVER OPEN AN ATTACHMENT unless you already know...
  • Exhaust systems
    Historical mailing list - Rick Williams
    Sat, 28 Feb 1998 08:54:54 -0800
    Well here goes -- another can of worms to open. I have a '93 Westfalia with a still intack exhaust system. However, I'll be...
  • hose replacement-->coolant dist. replacement-->thermostat housing replacement
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sat, 16 Feb 2008 21:28:19 -0500
    ...I got some discussion going about the worm gear drive clamps vs. the OEM spring clamps. I like the idea of the spring clamps...
  • Re: Vanagon Cylinder Head Gasket video I just made
    Historical mailing list - J Stewart
    Sun, 9 Mar 2014 01:35:07 +0000
    ...Quick question, and I may be opening a can of worms here, but here goes: I've seen where some suggest using Right Stuff...
  • Re: censorship
    Historical mailing list - Bill N
    Tue, 19 Jun 2001 08:44:55 -0700
    You open a can of worms that the courts have recently refused to touch. There is no generally accepted definition of pornography. Everyone thinks...
  • Diff Lock not going off (86 westy)
    Historical mailing list - john cianci
    Tue, 1 Apr 2003 12:55:16 +0000
    ...Think I should just let this one be and not open a larger can of worms??Thanks again everyone.</DIV> <DIV>JC</DIV></DIV...
  • Re: GET BACK ON TOPIC!
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Wed, 18 Aug 2004 12:49:32 -0700
    Not trying to open a big can of worms here, but to some extent use defines function. Apparently there are many list members that...
  • Re: Hung in the middle - Bumper drawings
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Fri, 24 May 2002 09:05:58 -0700
    ...safety device? That's a can-o'-worms that I wouldn't want to open (Aargh, worms!!!) Karl Wolz ----- Original Message ----- From: "Phil S...
  • Odometer fixed, thanks to the list
    Historical mailing list - Christopher T. Berchin
    Sun, 20 May 2001 11:37:48 -0400
    ...The rod that holds the odometer numbers had slipped outboard over time, allowing the gear on the end to disengage from the worm gear...
  • Re: John Wallace Day
    Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
    Wed, 27 Jul 2005 17:11:08 -0400
    ...notorious for being vicitims of what the Brits call the "tin worm"...would that make him a "Rusty" Wallace???? :-) Ric At 09:35 AM...
  • virus issue (no Vanagon content)
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Wed, 2 Aug 2000 09:20:31 -0400
    ...virus issue Hello friends, Who the heck keeps on infecting the list with the kaka.worm virus? I opened a message from Bulley and...
  • If it isn't one thing...
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Thu, 2 Sep 2004 00:36:32 -0400
    ...Looks like the cable got wound into the worm gear. I might be able to hack a fix, but I figure that will only...
  • steel coolant lines on a '84 westy
    Historical mailing list - nirav patel
    Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:55:13 -0600
    ...The pipes are strong and sturdy under the van, but I plan to use some worm drive clamps to get a tighter fit. The...
  • Re: Strange messages-- infected file
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Thu, 25 Sep 2003 10:37:35 -0600
    ...Give it a try and you'll find that you're patched before anyone can write a worm to exploit the vulnerability. http://www...
  • Re: More powerful waterboxer
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Wed, 2 Feb 2005 17:13:13 -0600
    Adding 4 TWM throttle bodies(ie one per cylinder) would really open up a can of worms if there was a cam to help...
  • Re: 88 Vanagon - oil pressure alarm
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:03:35 -0800
    ...FEW people can test their own oil pressure and doing it the way you suggest may open cans of worms best left alone. Most...
  • Re: The "Real" a NEW Micro-bus, now Element with pop top
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:55:56 -0600
    ...Huge, too. :)> _________________________________________________________________ Boo!�Scare away worms, viruses and so much more! Try Windows Live OneCare! http://onecare.live.com/standard/en-us/purchase/trial...
  • Re: Bump bump bump
    Historical mailing list - Skip L
    Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:53:05 -0500
    ...Think I'll go 15" BFG's...unless there is reason to debate (opening >> a can of worms?). >> >> First, I may put on my...
  • Re: Strange messages-- infected file
    Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
    Wed, 24 Sep 2003 20:20:21 -0500
    ...beginnings in 95 with never an infection by virus, > trojan, or worm. Hoaxes - yes. > > Philip Chidlaw > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
  • Re: Microsoft
    Historical mailing list - Karl H Filc
    Thu, 12 Feb 2004 22:57:58 -1200
    ...Microsoft Virus/worm. Microsoft never sends patches via email. On 12 Feb 2004 at 18:36, zolo wrote: > Guys, > I just got an email...
  • Re: Coolant leak found but parts question
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 4 Nov 2022 14:23:00 +0000
    ...I decided to use worm clamps but originally they had the spring clamps. I now have spring clamp pliers and I’m beginning to...
  • Re: Using American hose clamps on fuel injector hoses ok?
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Sat, 12 Jan 2013 21:06:47 -0800
    ...em like candy since I put them in stock awhile back Worm clamps cut into the hose and have a potential for leakage. Airhead...
  • Re: worm type fuel line clamps
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:22:38 -0700
    My local FLAPS has them in fuel hose sizes... On Mon, Mar 22, 2010 at 7:08 PM, Ry <rylincoln@gmail.com> wrote: > Been...
  • Re: brain-eating
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 30 Sep 2007 13:42:55 -0500
    ...Each day, that stick is tightened just a fraction, keeping tension on the worm. Eventually he is pulled from the body. Another little water...
  • Cal Look Vanagon (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
    Mon, 17 Apr 1995 07:44:37 -0500 (CDT)
    ...Cal Look Vanagon Well I don't want to open up a can of worms here but, last week I removed the plastic silver...
  • Re: TO LIST ADMIN
    Historical mailing list - John Brush
    Tue, 7 May 2002 15:57:37 -0400
    ...using it doesn't make you immune to >many of these worms -- just somewhat less vulnerable. A virus that steals from an outlook address...
  • Re: Funny email address...
    Historical mailing list - tom ring
    Mon, 8 Mar 2004 21:25:51 -0600
    There is also a worm or virus that is sending emails from support@ followed by whatever your ISP is. Or any ISP you may...
  • Re: oil leak above the oil filter.
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Thu, 30 Jun 2005 08:09:50 -0700
    ...One of mine was held on with a standard "worm gear" hose clamp that had been cinched so tightly that all but about a...
  • Re: Steel coolant pipe removal?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 14 May 2017 17:40:56 -0700
    ...I got out my screwdriver to tighten > it and "CLICK", the worm screw stripped out. Then the drips really started. > I replaced all four...
  • A transmission to Tierra del Fuego.
    Historical mailing list - Ian Cooley
    Wed, 19 Apr 2006 15:13:23 -0700
    ...Ian -- Scientists warn that traveling through space-time by means of a cosmic wormhole may be extremely dangerous.
  • REAR HEATER one last concern
    Historical mailing list - Tony DeMille
    Wed, 23 Feb 2000 19:39:09 -0700
    ...i then used the "U" type connection suggestion with some new heater hose and some wormdrive clamps. this seems to work great. no leaks...
  • Re: Power Window Problem
    Historical mailing list - il cikaspers
    Sun, 24 Feb 2002 14:31:07 -0800
    ...regulator case, and soak/tap/repeat until i could get the worm gear that drives the cable cog free from the lower of the...
  • Re: About Oetiker Clamps
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 28 Aug 2023 22:40:11 -0600
    ...So, for Fuel Injection hoses, it's my "opinion" those smooth sided screw clamps are a superior design (obviously not the slotted worm-drive...
  • Re: Emissions, Was: AC While Camping
    Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
    Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:06:09 -0700
    I sure didnt tell them i had a ford engine ( why open a can of worms ) Thank you, Jay Lefstein. Sent from my mobile...
  • Re: REAR HEATER one last concern
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 23 Feb 2000 22:30:19 -0500
    ...i then used the "U" type connection >suggestion with some new heater hose and some wormdrive clamps. this seems >to work great. no leaks...
  • Re: Odometer failed, any advice?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:05:30 -0800
    ...of crazy glue on the gear that > is driven by the worm gear. Now it resets very smoothly...but it only > will turn a...
  • Re: This guy again (3000 mi trip yada yada)
    Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
    Mon, 4 Mar 2002 19:43:37 -0800
    ...It seems like a lot of money, but I am wary of buying somebody else's can of worms if I buy another, newer...
  • Re: Ceramic Coat Catalytic Converter?
    Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
    Wed, 16 Nov 2005 09:59:08 -0500
    ...http://www.charmfx.com/ "The time has come for someone to put his foot down...and that foot is me." -- Dean Wormer, "Animal House"
  • Re: gas mileage question
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sun, 7 Oct 2007 09:00:08 -0600
    ...share their average mpg?> > Thanks a million!> > Marie _________________________________________________________________ Boo!�Scare away worms, viruses and so much more! Try Windows Live OneCare! http://onecare.live...
  • DO NOT POST VIRUS WARNINGS TO LIST !!!
    Historical mailing list - Christopher M. Smith
    Thu, 11 Sep 1997 10:48:14 -0700
    ...they feel we (I) ought to know about a particular virus, worm, etc. they'll usually tell me (in which case I'll post...