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  • Re: Trip Report -longish (Pacific Northwest, U.S. and Vancouver Island, Canada)
    Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
    Sun, 6 Aug 2000 21:49:49 -0700
    ...Rockies were a challenge for > the van which is used to driving the flatlands of the Canadian prairies, the A/C > was running constantly...
  • Re: Solar Power Charger for Van Camping
    Historical mailing list - Pat Sloan
    Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:35:45 -0800
    Hey, it looks like there is kind of a constant trickle charge of info into my brain - even while it's in Park. So...
  • Re: No Clutch....
    Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
    Tue, 2 Feb 2010 18:33:46 +0000
    ...The fluid constantly absorbs moisture which in > > >> turn > > >> rusts and pits the bores of the cylinders, both clutch and brake. > > >> And a big problem...
  • Re: '86 Westy cranking trouble
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:51:52 -0700
    ...That solved nothing. > > I've since bench tested the relays and they work fine. > > > > The big red wires that supply constant current to the...
  • Re: Best Practices for Engine Rebuild Break In Process
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 5 May 2009 21:17:08 -0400
    ...4) Do not use cruise control or maintain a constant engine speed for more than 10 minutes at a time. 5) Maximize warm-up...
  • Re: Bus Depot's Service, long complaint
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Sat, 23 Aug 2003 09:30:01 -0700
    ...because he is a member of this list,to have to constantly defend himself and his business. How many other VW businesses would stand...
  • Re: Big Brake options
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:46:04 -0400
    ...Seattle, I rely heavily on the parking brake as I'm constantly parking on steep hills. Did you need to use 16" wheels to...
  • Re: Need Help with Headlights
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 9 Jan 2012 14:19:29 -0800
    ...First they would work, then > every right turn made it buzz, then it stopped working all together and > gave me a constant green turn...
  • Re: Heater Refurbished Still Questions
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 30 Jan 2005 23:21:55 -0600
    ...For accessible, constantly running motors, it probably isn't the best oil for the job because it doesn't have the viscosity nor is...
  • Re: starters-used vs. cheap rebuilt vs. Bosch rebuilt
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:01:22 -0500
    ...They finally got fed up with constantly > breaking down and having to remove their starter or alternator, warranty > or > not. The discount auto parts...
  • Re: Oil Pressure Light on-need help! (dealer cant fix it)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Fri, 4 Apr 2008 18:57:23 -0700
    ...While it is running the oil psi light/buzzer are constantly on. Since he gets everything done at the dealer, he took it there...
  • Re: Multi meters, Was Dang Headlights.
    Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
    Sun, 8 Jan 2017 16:44:21 -0600
    ...on. > AC is easier to measure this way due to the constantly changing current > basically making a small transformer. For sensing DC this way...
  • RE: generator article (another viewpoint on electricity :)
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 1 Nov 94 12:28: 7 EST
    ...Hope some of this makes sense to someone other than me!!! * * * * * * * * * * Pete Sellers "Constant And Never-ending Improvement"
  • Re: IF Fire What Do? (long answer)
    Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
    Mon, 28 Sep 1998 10:31:27 -0700
    ...Go slowly and reassess the situation constantly. Be prepared for heat, flame and toxic smoke. You can do serious damage to your health by...
  • Re: Dash Cluster Substitute + Reproduce It ?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:14:33 -0800
    ...I find the constant changing >> > of >> > the MPH reading to be distracting. Does look nice though... >> > >> > Cheers, >> > >> > Jeff >> > >> > >> > -----Original Message----- >> > From: Vanagon Mailing List...
  • Re: Vanagonites at NOT a Spring EveryBus 2009 EB2009 Hagen Stone Greensboro NC
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Wed, 3 Dec 2008 07:55:47 -0500
    ...to ask .... >> Why can't those of us that have been constant and loyal supporters of >> EB at Hagen Stone Park in the Spring...
  • Re: Voltage leak found
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 1 Sep 2015 08:16:28 -0700
    This page also seems to indicate that the fatter wire (the constant-on wire) is the main source of power for the radio, and...
  • Re: [SPAM] Re: Aux battery hookup
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
    Sat, 9 May 2015 16:33:12 -0400
    ...does come off, then I'll keep checking the battery for constant draw down. So far the 3 -22amp batteries are at 12.3...
  • Re: vanagon difficulty
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Thu, 3 Sep 2009 14:29:45 -0400
    ...During that time, I learned that vehicles don't have to require constant intervention to keep them going, because thanks to the Japanese (and...
  • Re: Announcement: the BZ Shelf
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Mon, 7 Jan 2008 18:09:29 -0500
    ...having to >>>>> deal with boxes of groceries and stuff which >>> were constantly >>>>> underfoot >>>>> when camping in places where the local >>> critters were eying our...
  • Group Purchase Announcement Tireloc Beadlockers
    Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
    Wed, 20 Mar 2002 10:17:27 -0500
    ...In particular, after about 10 hours or reading and research I was astounded to learn that traditional beadlockers are unsafe, illegal, leak, require constant...
  • xmas Trip Report
    Historical mailing list - joe trussell
    Mon, 14 Jan 2008 18:40:20 +0000
    ...road and be driving a vehicle that requires you to think constantly. I'm obviously very proud of my conversion. The 2.2 Subie...
  • Re: Automatic vs Manual trans. ( Friday )
    Historical mailing list - eve Appleton
    Fri, 11 Sep 2015 20:05:43 -0700
    ...only problem with the transmission I have experienced is that the constant speed device caused it to downshift on hills to a very low...
  • Re: Canvas Replacement
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sun, 26 Mar 2006 11:27:28 -0500
    ...important on a Westy, whose top will not be exposed to constant sunlight all day every day as on a boat. Also this material...
  • Re: Oil filter question
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 5 Nov 2010 11:03:28 -0700
    ...Oil filter question > Try backing off the throttle at a constant speed in order to unload the > rod > bearings - slightly on the gas, slightly...
  • My First Vanagon, a short story
    Historical mailing list - Russell Patten
    Wed, 7 Jul 2004 12:40:43 -0500
    ...I am constantly amazed by the thoughtfullness and ingenuity of this vehical. I look forward to fixing it like I looked forward to playing...
  • Re: Calif Smog Issues
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Tue, 26 Oct 2004 12:21:34 -0600
    ...I've watched the voltage move up (and down) >>> across the .5 volts reading and it's very languid and constantly up or >>> down...
  • Re: mom's USA trip: your advice NO VANAGON CONTENT
    Historical mailing list - Joe L.
    Thu, 1 Apr 1999 02:07:03 -0500
    ...There are few who more ardently persue gun control yet he himself is constantly surrounded by armed body guards. Few of us have the...
  • Re: Vredestein Comtrac Winter tire
    Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
    Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:48:22 -0500
    ...total), I am constantly adjusting weight >> rear-ward and as far right as I can. In our case, more weight than normal >> is up...
  • Re: No Clutch....caution, long
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:02:37 -0800
    ...Actually .......the metal and rubber parts would hardly deteriorate if the fluids were constantly changed. the ideal engine oiling system would have oil pumped...
  • Re: Kitchen out; Any suggestions?
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sun, 12 Sep 2010 16:26:19 -0500
    ...The Dometic temperature is not as constant as in a good home refrigerator. I kept a thermometer in my Dometic for a while, and...
  • Another AFM pathology
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Mon, 4 Oct 1999 07:07:05 -0400
    ...driving, and if the AFM signal >starts bouncing around at a constant throttle setting, replace the AFM. >Seems like a simple way to address...
  • Re: radiator fan grinding noise
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Cresawn
    Sat, 25 Jul 2020 14:34:16 -0700
    ...It is not stuck or frozen at any point but there is some constant resistance. When I spin it as fast as I can...
  • Re: Engine replaced but still the same symptoms???--Someone stick me in the eye with a dirty spark plug
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:41:59 -0700
    ...The EXACT >> same symptoms that plagued me on the previous motor were still present! >> It >> has a constant surge in the idle. I replaced...
  • Re: gimmie some opinions
    Historical mailing list - H Steven Dolan
    Mon, 24 Oct 1994 21:57:47 -0700 (PDT)
    ...As I said earlier, these vehicles tend to leak a bit there on a constant basis. If you want a good laugh, take it...
  • Re: OT Fri. more on my Poor Man's Syncro (Astro/Safari) a sort of review..long
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Fri, 6 Jun 2014 06:41:41 -0700
    ...all this power stuff very convenient at all...It seems to constantly do automatic programmed-in stuff that I have to un do... � I...
  • Re: [T2] Thank you for participating in the 8th annual Westies at Watkins campout!
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:20:50 -0400
    ...We saw a > constant stream of all sorts of VWs rolling in on Friday each establishing > their encampments. The campground loop filled up quickly...
  • Re: problem(s) on the road, plus major good samaritan
    Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
    Mon, 16 May 2005 09:41:28 -0700
    ...myself why I'm still driving a van that breaks down constantly, > even when it's just had nine weeks of TLC in Millville...
  • Re: Oil filter question
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 5 Nov 2010 13:36:36 -0700
    ...On 11/4/10, Jake de Villiers <crescentbeachguitar@gmail.com> wrote: > Try backing off the throttle at a constant speed in order to unload...
  • Re: Seem rust restoration, etc
    Historical mailing list - Brandon Christophel
    Sat, 25 Sep 2010 14:10:25 -0700
    ...Although not as bad but the constantly wet >> insulation does the same from the inside and at times it can be terrible >> also. >> The...
  • RE: Hi Again + 1962 timing help
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Thu, 20 Jun 1996 10:32:00 -0700 (PDT)
    ...But yes, the only constant seems to be the pullies with two marks about 1/8" (three mm for you metric types) apart. As...
  • Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:25:53 -0400
    ...It was a constant pitch that would go away when I took my foot off the accelerator (and thereby unloading the drivetrain). I thought...
  • Re: Suspension for Off Roading
    Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
    Sun, 16 Nov 2014 13:04:19 -0800
    ...as well, what are my options for upgrading the suspension for constant dirt travel? I saw a gray panel Synchro at Buses by the...
  • Re: VW vs Rolls
    Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
    Fri, 15 Nov 2002 23:39:24 -0000
    ...Isn't SU's CD (constant depression) a lovely concept for a carb - never had a blocked jet. Some didn't put any fluid...
  • Re: Aux battery hookup
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 27 May 2015 07:47:09 -0700
    ...It’s like your new TVs, you turn it off, but >>>>>>> really it is not off but constantly using power to keep the processors...
  • Re: Suspension for Off Roading
    Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
    Mon, 17 Nov 2014 07:53:34 -0800
    ...as well, what are my > options for upgrading the suspension for constant dirt travel? I saw a gray > panel Synchro at Buses by the...
  • Re: For Ben T - Where has everyone gone?
    Historical mailing list - Shirewood
    Sun, 16 Jun 2019 07:30:50 -0700
    ...I have great memories from all 5! This > ListServ, and its members, have been constant companions to me on my travels > and travails. Thank...
  • Re: 2.1L engine failure? (Side question about the belts)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 24 May 2010 18:03:36 -0700
    ...you do that constantly while driving over and over. when someone gets hit from behind, my only thought is, they weren't monitoring their...
  • Re: Errors in CV Rotation Article at Volkscafe website
    Historical mailing list - Tom Young
    Sat, 4 Dec 2004 09:02:45 -0800
    ...http://www.Volkscafe.com and Ben McCafferty > (for the whole article - http://volkscafe.com/main.jsp?pa=ip&ip=1150562894 ) > > * Constant Velocity Joints (CVs...
  • Re: Gas prices
    Historical mailing list - michael hann
    Fri, 24 Feb 2012 17:42:34 -0800
    ...i live in a city that has oil wells running > >>> constantly, a pipeline/mini refinery on the shore and oil > derricks/rigs on > >>> the...
  • Re: rear heater core in front, was: New thermostat funky?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
    Wed, 5 Dec 2007 14:50:56 -0900
    ...With air that cold constantly being supplied to the heater core it is difficult to keep the interior of the van warm, making my...
  • Re: unexpected ending to Vanagon adventure
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Sun, 29 Sep 2024 06:11:28 -0700
    ...It was a constant pitch that would go away when I took my foot off the accelerator (and thereby unloading the drivetrain). I thought...
  • Re: CV Joints (as long as we are discussing it)
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Tue, 19 Apr 2011 21:05:00 -0400
    ...in the VW days of the swing axle ..those boots were constantly splitting and failing .. like 5 or 6 years or so, and they...
  • Re: Kitchen out; Any suggestions?
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Buese
    Sun, 12 Sep 2010 17:44:33 -0600
    ...Daytime temperatures were in > the eighties F. > > The Dometic temperature is not as constant as in a good home > refrigerator. I kept a thermometer...
  • Re: '80 Westfalia-- best way to drive over passes
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Wed, 23 Jan 2002 16:12:10 -0600
    ...In actuality, once your motor reaches operating temperature, the > engine > > is constantly shedding heat. With its deep fins, alloy > construction, > > oversized fan, and huge...
  • The Official Must-Carry List ; was Zoltan: Re: Halifax to Vancouver & back
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Tue, 31 May 2005 20:41:40 -0700
    ...would have a small and a long list of items for > constant > keeping in the car and for the occasional long trips. Mechanics all...
  • Re: Dometic-Condenser fan running!
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:30:26 -0700
    ...If one is concerned about losing the battery to > constant fan operation which is completely > dependent on how far afield one goes along with...
  • Re: Radio
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Mon, 3 Sep 2007 23:57:26 -0700
    ...one of those little Grundig World radios that I've used constantly > > > > > > when I camp.. Very cool, with a bunch of short wave bands...
  • Re: Multi meters, Was Dang Headlights.
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 8 Jan 2017 17:46:32 -0500
    ...on. > AC is easier to measure this way due to the constantly changing current > basically making a small transformer. For sensing DC this way...
  • Re: Final Oil pressure result
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Sat, 6 Dec 2014 13:00:19 -1000
    ...Before I dropped it off to Noah the gauge was constant at 50%. Is this coincidental or just another new problem? Could something been...