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Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:24:59 -0700
...front 2 > lines connecting to the 2 long hoses (which were good and used them) > with the Gowesty Coolant Hose Repair Kit. ( the two...
Re: one more about the '80 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - George A Lehman
Wed, 9 Feb 2000 14:32:50 -0600
...New shocks, rubber bellows on steering racks, ball joints, brake cable and rear brake cyl. and shoes in past year. Minor seam rust and...
Re: Sell my 91GL?????
Historical mailing list - B Monk
Mon, 7 Jan 2008 15:06:10 -0800
...brake kits I have in the garage,and install a trailer hitch to haul the bikes. So unless you have a Westy already lined...
Re: Larry's Trip Supplies - Friday
Historical mailing list - Ed Sato
Fri, 27 Dec 2002 22:13:25 -1000
...to carry two gallons of extra > fuel. > 1 Vanagon Syndrome Parts Kit with instructions. > 2 Large backup lights for getting out of Grocery parking...
85 GL with Digitool Dash console For Sale
Historical mailing list - joe brown
Wed, 17 Aug 2005 20:24:26 -0700
...I used the heater hose kit from Van-again. All new fuel lines,I again used the kit from Van-again. The fuel tank...
Re: Are parts from the company Meyle any good?
Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
Sat, 18 Sep 2004 20:01:21 -0700
...Looking over a recent invoice from Myle due into the warehouse in the next week or so shows Vanagon Caliper Kits (ATE) still being...
Re: Wasserleaker -- we will soldier on, but how?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Sat, 30 Apr 2005 07:28:22 -0700
...I've got a full-time job, >> I'm a student and a father, yada yada yada, and the bottom line is that >> I...
Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Sun, 16 Nov 2014 16:26:08 -0800
...I did most of my work in a > large Rubbermaid bin lid lined with plastic. I took a picture every time I > did something...
Re: Larry's Trip Supplies - Friday
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Fri, 27 Dec 2002 08:58:32 -0800
...to carry two gallons of extra fuel. > 1 Vanagon Syndrome Parts Kit with instructions. > 2 Large backup lights for getting out of Grocery parking...
Re: Wallaced...and the next 20 years
Historical mailing list - Rowan Tipton
Tue, 28 Dec 2021 11:49:42 -0700
...new gas tank, fuel lines > and pump, new coolant lines, new power steering lines, new radiator, SA > Grill Kit with LED headlights and Truck...
87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
Fri, 24 Sep 2010 17:54:25 -0700
...new disk's and pads in the front, new drums in the back ( had rust vibes from sitting ) new emerg brake cables and guides...
Re: Best Wheel Weights????? (Advice Needed, Stick-Ons)
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Mon, 3 Jan 2011 21:56:11 -0600
...the wheel they will hang up on many of >the big brake kit calipers or touch the upright when certain >aftermarket wheels are used...
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
...Emergency food Fire extinguisher(s) First aid kit Flashlight(s), spare batteries Fluids: oil, tranny/ps, brake, antifreeze (mixed), liquid wrench or ? Form-a...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:52:24 -0700
...In the 20 years I lived at home we had exactly one mechanical issue on the road (leaking rear brake line). I guess in...
Re: Advice for a long road trip
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Wed, 21 Jun 2000 09:40:10 -0700
...Replace the fuel lines (see http://vanagain.com for a good kit) 8. Replace the fuel pump (judgment call, check the pump's pressure...
Re: Remove Brake Caliper: Steering Knuckle Off Vehicle
Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
Tue, 21 Jun 2016 12:40:23 -0700
...and lines too, not just rack and PS pump and rez. It would be handy to just buy the full-length hose kit that...
Re: Engine alternative (inline four) a bit long
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:26:00 -0400
...I did do the normal Vanagon 'new to me' stuff when I first got the > van...Gas lines, filters, pumps, brakes, new rad. new...
Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Mon, 17 Nov 2014 17:01:10 -0400
...I'd had brake jobs that were worse in terms of difficulty and aggravation. As I said: Lots and lots of pics. There's...
Re: Larry's Trip Supplies - Friday
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sat, 28 Dec 2002 09:09:24 -0600
...to carry two gallons of extra > > > fuel. > > 1 Vanagon Syndrome Parts Kit with instructions. > > 2 Large backup lights for getting out of Grocery parking...
Re: cruise control mystery
Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
Tue, 8 May 2001 07:32:40 -0700
...About the hardest part that I could see would be to run the vaccum line to the brake pedal to de-activate the cruising...
Re: Oil Drain Plug Gasket
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 9 Feb 2005 00:16:24 -0600
...I also flush my brake lines every two years if no maintenance has been done. CV's get a couple of shots of grease...
Re: Towing a Boat?
Historical mailing list - Simon Reinhardt
Wed, 14 Jul 2004 15:40:56 -0600
...My '86 > Wolfsburg Westy is a fairly capable stock 2.1 automatic with a > wonderful big brake kit recently installed. The hitch, which is...
Re: Work Estimate -- Oil Leak Repairs
Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
Sun, 11 Aug 2019 18:35:29 -0400
...No biggie. ) -purged brake lines (back two > only; fittings at the front were seized) -new (hole-free) tail pipe. > > 14.25 hours labour. > > I...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:59:19 -0700
...Minimal vanagon support kit > Wow, look at all the stuff some of you guys find necessary to carry to > make sure your vanagons get...
LiMBO stuff for sale ...
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Fri, 02 Jun 95 14:17:26 CDT
...Very little rust, new (NJ) Weber carb, brake system, exhaust, interior is like new! Needs a good home; $3000, Call (201) 238-9027, leave...
Re: 87 Westy 2WD -- only reverse gear in automatic transmission works
Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
Mon, 17 Nov 2014 09:31:42 -0800
...I did most of my work in a > large Rubbermaid bin lid lined with plastic. I took a picture every time I > did something...
Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:37:53 -0400
...front 2 > > lines connecting to the 2 long hoses (which were good and used them) > > with the Gowesty Coolant Hose Repair Kit. ( the two...
Re: Misc Questions
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Mon, 13 Sep 1999 17:39:59 -0300
...I plan to change fuel filter, brake fluid, and coolant soon. And get the fuel line replacement kit from Ken Wilfre before your van...
State Your Ages! - Very Very Long
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Sat, 8 May 2004 18:27:55 -0500
...Remember that big group purchase of South African Big Brake Kits? How could I pass that up? I told my wife, "If I'm...
Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
Historical mailing list - Paul
Fri, 24 Sep 2010 22:58:12 -0700
...drums in the back ( had rust > vibes from sitting ) > > new emerg brake cables and guides > > new upper ball joints > > new main coolant pipe from...
Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
Historical mailing list - Mike South
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:52:13 -0500
...In the 20 years I lived at home we > had exactly one mechanical issue on the road (leaking rear brake line). I > guess in...
Re: I found a cheap weekender, also looking for conversion info:-)
Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
Thu, 20 Sep 2001 11:26:28 -0700
...this time to renew all fuel lines, on the engine and off. Check and repair the brakes, suspension, steering components and you should be...
Re: diff.dope & rear drum shoes ETC.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 14:20:42 -0400
...I went with Red Line 75/90 synthetic gear lube >for $11.00 a bottle . I guess I can drink the left overs. > >The...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 19:04:54 -0700
...Minimal vanagon support kit > > > Wow, look at all the stuff some of you guys find necessary to carry to >> make sure your vanagons get...
Re: I guess if I'm putting on a tencentlife oil cooler . . .
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 9 Apr 2011 15:27:13 -0700
...set up .. >>I just went to my FLAPS and got a brake line and fittings that was >>similar. >> >>Scott >>www.turbovans.com >> >> >>----- Original Message...
Re: Wasserleaker -- we will soldier on, but how?
Historical mailing list - pete or nancy owsianowski
Sat, 30 Apr 2005 10:06:21 -0500
...I've got a full-time job, > I'm a student and a father, yada yada yada, and the bottom line is that > I...
Gas Tank is In!!(long)
Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
Sun, 11 Feb 2001 14:38:38 -0600
...The Vanagain kit had adequate fuel hose to fix the old lines, but was short several of the small hose clamps. By my count...
Re: Transmission Noise ?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 29 Dec 2008 15:05:36 -0800
...on page 42.4 Bentley says 360 ft lbs, then tighten until cotter pin lines up. they also say on page 42.2 that...
Re: 2.0L Conversion 5K update, longish
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 21 Sep 1999 19:58:55 -0700
...conversion kit and with David's >assistance. >A few other observations to note, the increased power is reminding me to >get the brakes done...
Re: Wasserleaker -- we will soldier on, but how?
Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
Sat, 30 Apr 2005 10:29:54 -0400
...I've got a full-time job, >> I'm a student and a father, yada yada yada, and the bottom line is that >> I...
Re: Work Estimate -- Oil Leak Repairs
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 12 Aug 2019 18:08:38 -0700
...No biggie. ) -purged brake lines (back two > > only; fittings at the front were seized) -new (hole-free) tail pipe. > > > > 14.25 hours labour. > > > > I...
Was: Need some assistance, now closing shop
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:28:12 -0500
...front 2 >>> lines connecting to the 2 long hoses (which were good and used them) >>> with the Gowesty Coolant Hose Repair Kit. ( the two...
E-code initial impressions and some questions (long)
Historical mailing list - Phil Walker
Mon, 29 Mar 2004 00:36:05 -0500
...To understand the difference between the old and new I used the existing wiring without adding devoted lines, new relays, etc. In fact I...
Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:19:44 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, > drag links, tie rods. > > -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed > > -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
Re: [WetWesties] Larry's Trip Supplies - Friday
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 27 Dec 2002 10:41:39 -0600
...1 Vanagon Syndrome > Parts > Kit with instructions. 2 Large backup lights for getting out of > Grocery > parking lots safely. 1 Case ranch style beans...
Re: Recommended Exhaust System for '88 Vangon
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 12 May 2008 22:53:30 -0500
...You can get hose replacement kits from Ken Wilford at Vanagain. com or from Ron Salmon at BusDepot.com I know - because I have...
Re: FS: '91 Syncro SVX Ebay
Historical mailing list - Pensioner
Fri, 10 Feb 2006 07:48:10 -0800
...IF you were to convert YOUR syncro to SVX power you would of course need an SVX, a Kennedy kit, a wiring harness and...
Re: Wasserleaker -- we will soldier on, but how?
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Sat, 30 Apr 2005 10:35:15 -0700
...I've got a full-time job, >>I'm a student and a father, yada yada yada, and the bottom line is that >>I...
Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sat, 25 Sep 2010 05:40:44 -0700
...drums in the back ( had rust > > vibes from sitting ) > > > > new emerg brake cables and guides > > > > new upper ball joints > > > > new main coolant pipe from...
Re: Failing clutch master or slave?
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Mon, 28 Jun 2021 13:36:58 -0400
...sleeve kit. While I have the gearbox out I will also replace the slave cylinder and install a stainless steel clutch line. >> >> In two...
Re: Cruise control progress
Historical mailing list - Pascal Giasson
Wed, 2 Mar 2011 10:08:34 -0500
...suggested hooking up the vacuum feed line to where the line goes >forward to the power brake booster. Right now, mine is taping off...
Re: Wasserleaker -- we will soldier on, but how?
Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
Sun, 1 May 2005 22:10:10 -0400
...I've got a full-time job, > I'm a student and a father, yada yada yada, and the bottom line is that > I...
Re: Eric's van is running again
Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
Tue, 3 Nov 2020 06:20:12 -0500
...There is still significant detail work for the engine compartment including the charge line for the house battery and gauge wires for the oil...
Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:28:48 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, >> drag links, tie rods. >> >> -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed >> >> -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
Thu, 8 Nov 2007 11:20:41 -0500
...All new bushings, ball joints, drag links, tie rods. -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire...
Re: Checking pressure cap function???
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 29 Jul 2013 06:20:13 -0700
...A piece of steel brake line fits down into the threaded hole where the air bleed is at the top of the rad. With...
FIRE!!! (True story from this morning)
Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
Tue, 25 Jan 2000 10:16:35 -0800
...I quickly checked my mirrors, flipped on the turn signal, down-shifted, slammed on the brakes and literally careened across three lanes of rush...
Re: quick and dirty head swap
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 22 May 2013 07:49:59 -0700
...the gasket kit. I haven't decided which to use on the head gaskets. - degreasers - solvent of choice for tanking parts, brake cleaner or...
Engine build and other things, part 3
Historical mailing list
Sat, 29 Apr 1995 18:52:35 -0700
...lines from the manifolds. Get together the vaccuum servo test rig, 1/2" hose to servo, T with vaccuum gauge, !/2" hose to brake...
Re: Something only a Vanagon owner could come up with
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 11 Aug 2005 07:40:13 -0500
...rebuilt, complete brake job, replaced growling front wheel bearings. replaced squealing speedo cable, AC tunnel fell and had to have the kit installed. Rock...