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  • Re: Humid Air - More Comments and a bit of theory
    Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
    Sun, 30 Jun 2002 01:47:30 +0100
    ...This is known as constant energy driving, and where a series of hills are encountered involves a continual exchange of potential energy for kinetic...
  • Re: Suspension for Off Roading
    Historical mailing list - Eric Wunrow
    Mon, 17 Nov 2014 07:52:34 -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...
  • it lives!! (too long)
    Historical mailing list - ray hale
    Tue, 01 Aug 95 09:28:29 EST
    ...windows, fix a couple leaks, and generally knock ourselves out while constantly repeating "we are NOT restoring this vehicle". parts start to arrive and...
  • Re: Design of a New Microbus
    Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
    Fri, 3 Mar 2006 16:02:54 -0500
    ...functionality of purposeful and useful >> design initiatives and the engineers that constantly tell them it can not be >> done. The industrial designers job is...
  • Intermittent Ignition miss, no start,or rich running, need help!, LONG
    Historical mailing list - Ezra Hall
    Thu, 7 Oct 1999 00:09:06 -0400
    ...On several occasions, I was driving with constant throttle position, and all of a sudden the engine would kick in with more power as...
  • Re: Possible...Overheating
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:57:23 -0700
    ...know how I love to carry on about that ..I seethem constantlyin >> engine, car , and vanagon repair. >> >> On the other hand . >> I think it...
  • Re: Pop-Top Canvas Replacement Video
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Sun, 6 Jun 2010 23:45:08 -0400
    ...Sunbrella�s biggest market is marine use, because after constant exposure to sunlight reflected off of water it won�t fade (hence the name...
  • Re: A New Perspective on Vanagon Syndrome
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Sat, 7 Feb 2009 19:07:00 -0500
    ...signal drops out the pigtail keeps the signal more or less constant instead of dropping out.� It is when the signal rapidly goes from...
  • Re: Charging system questions.
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 25 Jan 2011 13:41:28 -0800
    ...to power my water pump at the sink...Not a large > constant draw. > > I am thinking my little BCI 42 battery is finally wearing...
  • Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 29 Jan 2018 16:55:16 -0500
    ...But the key with the rubber VW bow often >>> fooled me, so it was a constant frustration. >>> >>> And over the years, the front door...
  • Re: exaust removal woes
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Sun, 15 Jul 2007 08:26:14 -0700
    ...At this point in my life i was suffering from sever depression > and in > constant pain from a recent car accident.....i was not...
  • Re: Why Bigger Brakes Was Cause of brake rotor warping
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 15 Sep 2013 01:30:22 -0400
    ...a >>>>>> place to get off the brakes and let them cool. Constant downgrade and suddenly overheated! >>>>>> >>>>> What gear were you in? Was there a...
  • Re: Download archives
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:42:31 -0500
    ...It is slow and tedious (it > took me more than a week of constant uploading by an automated script) due > to gmail's slow...
  • Big Trip Report [part 12, long]
    Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
    Fri, 6 Oct 1995 13:35:25 -0700 (PDT)
    ...Liz still hadn't managed to find a worthwhile job, despite nearly-constant "job training" programs. She was now working as an in-store...
  • Re: Iron Butt/Iron Bus, Tii conversion (long)
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Czerniak
    Tue, 5 Sep 2000 08:08:08 -0500
    ...Since I'd done my 500 miles of constantly varying > break-in driving, I cruised home at about 65-70, so I'm pleased...
  • Re: Another factor about mounting tires youself to consider
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:08 -0500
    ...In chess you have to strategize, and contantly consider the > consequences of each move .. > many moves ahead too. �Constantly thinking about the order to...
  • Re: [SPAM] Re: Aux battery hookup
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Sun, 10 May 2015 17:09:55 -0700
    ...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: Suspension for Off Roading
    Historical mailing list - Jeff
    Sun, 16 Nov 2014 15:08:03 -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: Projektzwo foglight spares.....what if you break your $300 foglites?
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Polson
    Sat, 31 Aug 2002 11:58:50 +0100
    ...coast of Yorkshire) that has a cool temperate maritime climate, with constantly changing weather in the sping, summer and fall and copious amounts of...
  • thermostat soup too
    Historical mailing list - Warner, Jeff (DSIO)
    Fri, 14 May 2004 12:17:04 -0400
    ...I'm getting no air out of the radiator but a fairly constant stream in the tank. Have to wonder if I've got...
  • Re: Need Help diagnosing a Non-starting '86 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Tue, 29 Sep 2015 07:42:06 -0700
    ...But since this may have >>>>> started with work done on the alternator it would be wise to check for >>>>> constant power on that stud...
  • Pressure Regulator/FI problems
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Gilbert
    Thu, 26 Aug 1999 05:40:59 GMT
    ...Soon van was constantly lagging again (even with O2 off). Since then on my own I have confirmed: 1. Battery ok 2. Pressure Regulator...
  • Re: hesitation/bucking (was: Re: tested Oxygen Sensor, and...)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Fri, 16 May 2008 23:38:43 -0700
    ...van occasionally exhibits some slight hesitation symptoms when driving at a constant speed (usually low speed, so low load). The van surges slightly forward...
  • Becketts Tome on Dual Batt.s, Relays, Saftey, and charging (Very Long)
    Historical mailing list - Beckett Cantrell
    Fri, 16 Jun 2000 13:15:38 EDT
    ...is in-situ, would be with a nice, steady, low amp constant charge. In the real world, this just ain't how it goes...
  • Re: Local gas prices (sorry long)
    Historical mailing list - monte merrick
    Mon, 24 Apr 2006 10:08:54 -0700
    ...We did not want to have to drive constantly. I can easily walk my daughter to school, to the library, to the pool/park...
  • Re: '84 value?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Tue, 27 Nov 2007 19:45:42 -0800
    ...front brake of my 84 and 83.5 have been a constant issue to me. I > > >>>found that I have to use only OEM...
  • Fwd: HOWTO: get your own searchable archives
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:12:38 -0400
    ...It is slow and tedious (it took me more than a week of constant uploading by an automated script) due to gmail's slow...
  • Re: Pre-loading Rear Suspension :~o
    Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
    Tue, 30 Jun 1998 12:48:42 -0700
    ...the spring's characteristics are fixed and constant...once you pre-load it, you change it's properities, with or without weight on it...
  • NEATO Article-here it is
    Historical mailing list - Richard
    Fri, 30 Jun 95 15:32:15 EDT
    ...There are quite a few Eurovan owners, who constantly defend the honor of their vehicles as being "real" buses. Every Friday, Joel Walker posts...
  • Cabin Heat / Aux Heating / Propane Heater/ camping heater / pics
    Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
    Tue, 16 Nov 2004 15:44:50 -0800
    ...I am constantly getting fantastic ideas from the group. I have finally completed another one of my Syncro GL to westy conversion projects. The...
  • Re: Gasoline
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Tue, 27 May 2008 17:51:58 -0500
    ...I think there is a certain volume of fuel that constantly runs through the system that is not available to be burned. Hard to...
  • Re: Why AGM batts don't last as long as they should
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:02:13 -0400
    ...Smart chargers can't work while power demands are constantly changing. The voltage is a compromise. Note the usual gassing voltage of ~2.37...
  • Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
    Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:01:41 -0500
    ...Temperature light is on constant (thinking that's the blue temp sensor connectors). There is some smoke / fumes coming up from the exhaust and...
  • Re: I rather drive the Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Wed, 11 Jun 2014 05:51:36 -0500
    ...the rear deck lid to keep driving my vanagon without >> being constantly stuck...that's not very convenient nor safe and it is a...
  • Re: A pesky air leak
    Historical mailing list - Steven Brower
    Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:26:14 -0400
    ...It's not a constant hiss, so I'm finding it challenging to diagnose. >>>> >>>> I first tired spraying carb cleaner at the connections around...
  • Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:33:56 -0500
    ...But the key with the rubber VW bow often > >> fooled me, so it was a constant frustration. > >> > >> And over the years, the front door...
  • Re: Suspension for Off Roading Steel vs. alloy wheels
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 16 Nov 2014 11:49:07 -0500
    ...as well, > > what > are > > my options for upgrading the suspension for constant dirt travel? I > > saw a gray panel Synchro at Buses by the...
  • Trip report - Mendocino Nat. Forest (long)
    Historical mailing list - Nicholas Wilson
    Tue, 4 Aug 1998 16:36:25 -0700
    ...The fan ran constantly when it was in the 90s inside the camper, and it could only keep the temp down to the low...
  • Re: Real time help needed
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:22:30 -0700
    ...Get noid light, injectors on constantly. Fuel starting to spray out of tail pipe while cranking. Checked oil level, oh yes engine filled with...
  • Re: Arduino and Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
    Tue, 26 Nov 2013 08:10:00 -0800
    ...AT in Gear & PS 30.0% 27.0% *Miscellaneous:* PWM Frequency constant at 148.2 Hz Yellow Wire (11/ST1) PWM Power to Idle...
  • Re: Charging deep cycle batteries with the alternator
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 3 Nov 2007 16:43:08 -0700
    ...The alternator is > designed to provide a constant voltage (usually around 13.8V or so) and a > lot of current in order to quickly...
  • Re: Transmission Noise ?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:59:44 -0800
    ...The ring gear turns with the rear wheels, the pinon gear is constantly engaged with the ring gear. ok......does the sound vary whether...
  • Re: Possible...Overheating
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:38:50 -0500
    ...know how I love to carry on about that ..I seethem constantlyin > >> engine, car , and vanagon repair. > >> > >> On the other hand . > >> I think it...
  • Re: Diesel powered vanagons - Driving Slow
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 25 Sep 2005 13:07:25 +1200
    ...I drive at 110kmh where the limit is 100 (safe as cops won't pull me up), but am constantly getting syuck behind slow...
  • Re: Parting out 91 GL
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Sat, 28 Oct 2006 15:02:07 -0700
    ...We go to bat for clients at claim time constantly. If you are claiming the damaged van from the insurance carrier for the vehicle...
  • Car Battery FAQ 2.0
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 16 Sep 1996 20:31:04 -0300 (ADT)
    ...A constant voltage "automatic" charger applies >regulated voltage at approximately 14.4 volts. A 10 amp automatic charger >will cost between $30 and $60...
  • Re: Current coolant hose repairs
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Sat, 17 Dec 2022 13:51:02 -0500
    ...Eric > On Dec 17, 2022, at 1:13 PM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Assuming the clamps are the Roto-Clip Constant Tension...
  • Re: Final Oil pressure result-expected coolant losses.
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 8 Dec 2014 00:27:14 -0500
    ...Before I dropped it off to Noah the gauge was constant at 50%. Is this coincidental or just another new problem? Could something been...
  • Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Casal
    Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:36:13 -0400
    ...Nothing >> like >> > having the radiator fan run constantly even with the AC off. Using the >> AC >> > on 90+ days the fan will go to...
  • Fwd: Vgon syndrome on 1.9 WBX
    Historical mailing list - zampano
    Wed, 14 May 2003 03:04:59 -0700
    ...The Thermo-Time switch could be faulty or the >> wiring >> harness shorted/crimped/pinched telling the Cold Start Valve to spray >> constantly. >> I am...
  • Re: Cabin Heat / Aux Heating / Propane Heater/ camping heater / pics
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Tue, 16 Nov 2004 20:30:32 -0800
    ...I am constantly getting fantastic ideas from the > group. > I have finally completed another one of my Syncro GL to westy conversion > projects. > The...
  • Re: Howto: make your own searchable vanagon archives
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan
    Sun, 11 Jan 2009 11:53:49 -0800
    ...It is slow and tedious (it > took me more than a week of constant uploading by an automated script) due > to gmail's slow...
  • Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: Oil temp gauges, choices? Using water temp sender + gauge?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:56:15 -0400
    ...would use an electronic filter) This damping� may also� have a constant sticktion giving the meter a bit of hysteresis. > > > Results from temp testing...
  • Re: Calculate fuel consumption when idling?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Mon, 26 Nov 2007 17:39:06 -0800
    ...Lots of heat from the oil pump and the valve body being under constant pressure testing that relief valve. Oh yes, this is good...
  • Re: Possible...Overheating
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:07:14 -0700
    ...know how I love to carry on about that ..I seethem constantlyin >>> engine, car , and vanagon repair. >>> >>> On the other hand . >>> I think it...
  • Idle test for digifant.
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 8 May 1997 12:45:17 -0500 (CDT)
    ...The reading should be 430 +-10mA and should be constant. 8. Reconnect stabilizer wire and remove multimeter from stabilizer valve. Reconnect cranckcase breather hose...
  • Re: drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sat, 4 Oct 2014 12:40:52 -0500
    ...as two pieces of metal, one bumping the other at a constant interval like someone keeping time to music. I had switched to mid...
  • Re: Beware EBAY LVC was: Re: eBay Professor for Vanagon parts ...
    Historical mailing list - VW Doka
    Mon, 25 Jun 2007 12:56:58 -0700
    ...In what amateur mail > order world is it likely that so many people are constantly satisfied and > overjoyed with the used crap they receive...
  • Re: Fire!
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 24 Dec 2012 19:37:34 -0800
    ...and technically..it's actually trying to constantly. Scott www.turbovans.com On 12/24/2012 5:43 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > Much of...
  • Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
    Historical mailing list - monte merrick
    Sun, 22 Jul 2007 13:11:04 -0700
    ...There's lots more work to do. > Temperature light is on constant (thinking that's the blue temp sensor > connectors). There is some smoke...