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• Re: Lead on a Chassis -- now spiralmax
  Historical mailing list - Yann Buchanan
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 06:56:14 -0700
  ...Lead on a Chassis Dynometer located in Raleigh, NC. >CMathis227@aol.com wrote: > >> In a message dated 10/26/99 4:58:08 AM...
• screwy numbers and '59 Singlecab Status
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 Jul 1996 00:58:14 -0400
  ...the chassis number for dec 58 is 416 082. hmm- that doesnt jive with your number. the parts list (updated to 73)production survey...
• Re: It's Friday somewhere, right?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:28:38 -0400
  So Mk2 non-mouse seatbelt in a Mk1 chassis? I presume it would work as long as the bolts are the same size. Chris...
• Re: Extra gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 31 Mar 2000 10:34:28 +1200
  ...about making and fitting flat outrigger tanks to fit between the chassis rails under the floor, perhaps with pumps to transfer fuel to the...
• Re: two sliding doors: [T2] Body seam question
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Thu, 12 Apr 2001 13:29:14 -0400
  > [...] I know that the basic chassis design allows buses to be assembled > with left or right hand drive and also left or right hand...
• Gathering consensus 2.1 won't run when hot: tests
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 30 Sep 2004 07:41:48 -0500
  ...Bad ground between the head and the chassis. Test: run a new ground. 2. Bad hall-effect sender. Test: ?? 3. Bad cold-solder joints...
• getting to heater cables and controls
  Historical mailing list - Ron Paitich
  Mon, 20 Jun 2005 08:47:21 -0700
  ...The chassis has 300K on it, but is in very good condition; I expect the thousands of cycles of the controls have made the...
• Re: Bunt pan wheels
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sat, 24 Jun 2006 09:11:12 -0700
  ...Best to opt for the stock 15" as found on the 124 chassis vehicles--quite plentiful and usually cheap. On 6/24/06, roger...
• FS: '85 vw Quantum GL turbo diesel- $850 (NVC)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 14 Aug 2000 13:22:46 EDT
  ...B2 Chassis: ------------------------ Same chassis as European Passat, Santana, Audi 80, 4000, Quattro. Drives great! (Won everything in the European rally circuit when they came...
• Re: Oil pressure light 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 12 Feb 2004 10:36:31 -0500
  ...Goes to 20-25 PSI when engine is 2000+ RPM. > >0.9 bar sender measures open to chassis gnd when engine not running and...
• Re: UPDATE #1: Vanagon auxiliary fuel tank build
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:09:41 +1300
  ...as the obvious ones of 2 or 4 tanks between the chassis rails and enlarging the stock tank. What was it they say about...
• Re: VANAGON digest 680: EV & EV Camper
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 11 Nov 1995 20:24:13 -0500
  ...It is a EV front end and chassis with a Winnebago mini-motorhome body from the B-pillar on back. This Rialta is sold...
• Wiring Diagrams Redux
  Historical mailing list - Turbo
  Wed, 18 Sep 1996 22:19:40 -0700
  ...I also have chassis numbers on them, thanks again to Jim. I'm still looking for pre-'62 diagrams, to complete the collection. The...
• WTB Boge or VW OEM Springs
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Wed, 10 Apr 2002 08:15:12 -0700
  ...Rolling chassis (has NO engine) perfect for a conversion project-Tiico? Subaru? 60' Morris Mini1340CC(Also for sale) __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center...
• Westy wheel alignment
  Historical mailing list - Ron Komoroski
  Wed, 14 Aug 2002 12:35:25 -0400
  ...equipment installed" and: "Some models from 1986 on, have a lower chassis height. For these vehicles use the "half load" measurements for the "empty...
• Re: Excessive Idle
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 23:27:48 +0200
  Replace All Your Grounds!! Especially the block to chassis ground strap, on the drivers side. Without a good ground , even a brand new ECU...
• Re: Nvc-but maybe future vans-pretty please VW
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 2 Jan 2005 19:32:39 +1300
  ...NZ ois now crawling with campers based on the LT cab/chassis. The Mercedes Sprinter is the same vehicle with cosmetic differences (and engines...
• Re: Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:14:01 -0800
  ...Where does the brown > wire ground from the oxygen sensor(chassis harness). The Bentley indicates > a ground at #12 ground in engine compartment(left...
• Re: Metal Bumper Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 1 Apr 2013 13:34:26 -0400
  ...It seems a PO owner put different bolts in when securing the bumper top to the chassis. The bumper is now loose and in...
• Re: 69 camper
  Historical mailing list - William Warburton
  Tue, 2 Aug 94 10:31:19 GMT
  ...by exchanging the whole front axle (attached by bolts through the chassis). I havn't done it, however, so this is theoretical knowledge rather...
• audio tach
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Apr 95 22:49:27 EDT
  ...I mean GOOOOOD) ground connection, usually direct to somewhere on the chassis. If that does not work, try adding one of those "engine noise...
• Re: VW KIT CAR
  Historical mailing list - Raceingcajun
  Fri, 20 Jan 2006 22:35:00 -0600
  Hi Neal, I can't speak for Pa., But in Louisiana you fly on the title and VIN of the chassis. Call your local...
• Re: Oxygen Sensor Ground
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sat, 25 Mar 2006 11:49:18 -0500
  ...Regardless, I would ensure the engine to chassis ground is good. If you add a grounded sensor and the engine ground is bad; the...
• Re: front wheel bearings...chassis # location?
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 25 May 2009 21:54:48 -0700
  ...up Vanagon, from > 11/83 production date".� BD does mention a chassis number > to check to see which i need...where do i find...
• Re: ECU Chip 2.1 Digifant
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Wed, 8 Jan 2003 15:39:43 -0500
  ...Ozzy power chip I have tested lost 4 HP on the chassis dyno. This was a full throttle power run the chip made the...
• Re: Prelim ecu plug test... interestin
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:42:59 -0700
  ...good > 14 and 19, no voltage. > > I understand that 19 is ground path to stud on block > > Tested continuity to chassis on that pin...
• Re: Hatchback struts
  Historical mailing list - Roman Haag
  Fri, 31 Mar 2017 06:58:20 -0400
  ...Mine has a ball socket on piston rod on the hatch end and a clevis on the pressure tube attached to the chassis end...
• Re: Just explored a sprinter camper, sticking to Vanagon!
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:01:53 -0700
  ...2003 and most were still Freightliner / Dodge until the second generation chassis came. > > My dump-bodies are antiquated imports. > > The AWD Sprinter vans have...
• Re: Aux. Wire/Battery Install Pics/Notes
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 25 Aug 2009 17:17:01 -0700
  ...So I suggest >> running a wire with the chassis grounding end up where it can be seen. >> >> Mark >> >> Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >>> Couldn't...
• Re: Filled gas tank leaking a common prob?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Norman
  Thu, 21 Jan 1999 10:35:34 -0330
  ...The tank then leaked from the both sides up front, in by the chassis rails. Inspection revealed more cloth wrapped hoses, on top of...
• Re: Pre-loading Rear Springs re Syncro Suspension (long)
  Historical mailing list - kenstich
  Fri, 26 Jun 1998 00:12:50 -0600
  ...The point of load bearing from the chassis to the wheels is the spring(s) - instead of tension, this is actually a compressive load...
• Re: a vanagon trailer??
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Thu, 7 Aug 2008 17:31:18 -0700
  ...Then again, maybe nothing can. -- Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott On 8/6/2008 5:56 PM Chris S wrote: > The chassis is a...
• Re: Travel Weirdness (warning; tires. ;)
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 5 Sep 2014 19:20:50 +0000
  ...Also some have reported improvement by adding a extra ground from the AFM to chassis. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Karl Wolz" <wolzphoto@Q.COM> To...
• Help locating Parts
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 7 Jan 2011 11:18:08 -0600
  ...I need to replace the ground strap from starter to chassis(new starter and sometimes cranks slow), new ground from alt to battery, and...
• Re: try again: Re: '64 Deluxe Engine #?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Hufford
  Wed, 26 Jun 1996 21:07:48 -0500 (CDT)
  ...sept 63 > > 0 590 821 - ~ early june 64 > > what is your chassis number? 1165853 (Sept. '63 is on the plate) > hope this helps It...
• TriStar Service record
  Historical mailing list - Peter Larsson
  Tue, 29 Apr 1997 18:22:16 +0200
  ...What can I more tell? It was sold at 891215 Chassis no.24LG007995 Peter Larsson 94 EV Crewcab Syncro
• Eurovan westy camper for sale
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Mon, 26 Oct 1998 19:52:50 -0800
  ...But it is built on the shorter Eurovan chassis. It is an automatic with 65,000 miles. They're asking U.S.$23,000...
• Roof top Air conditioners
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Fri, 22 Mar 2002 10:55:04 -0800
  ...Body has some rusty seams Rolling Chassis-(Has NO engine)-Perfect for a conversion project!!! Tiico? Subaru? __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Movies - coverage of...
• Re: I have an '82
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Thu, 3 May 2007 14:54:16 -0400
  ...wire coming out of the double relay that grounds to the chassis immediately beside the double relay. Is that wire in place and properly...
• Re: Vngns ARE junk!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 13 Mar 2005 22:03:43 +1300
  ...Minivans are built on car chassis and the Vanagon is clearly >built as a truck, albeit a small one. I think the only thing...
• Re: rust treatment
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Casal
  Sat, 26 Jun 2021 07:48:29 -0400
  ...That’s my plan for my chassis anyway. Scraping that crappy under coating that just traps moisture is the worst part of the job...
• Re: Radial Arm Bushings.....why R &R them?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 30 Nov 2007 15:53:23 -0500
  ...Also, when the center of the bushings are worn, you will get metal to meltal wear on the rod and chassis. I have had...
• Re: The wire harness becomes brittle
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 14:50:35 -0500
  ...All the sensors basically complete a path from the ECU to ground or really the chassis. The readings are basically current sensitive so any...
• Re: Pigtail needed
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 13 Dec 2015 22:10:54 -0500
  From the factory there is a dedicated chassis ground at the ECU connector. There is a bundled ground in the fuel injection harness. Sometimes...
• !RE: Spotted this unique VW camper in Jerome
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 28 Jan 2013 23:07:02 -0500
  ...like this, as well as a similar one on a Beetle chassis (!!!!!!). But given that the rear door is on the right, and it...
• Barn Door Registry.
  Historical mailing list - Klaus Jacobsen
  Mon, 29 Jul 1996 17:03:56 +-200
  ...users/vwcabrio/index.htm The details I'm looking for are : Chassis # Body # Engine # Type # Prod date : if available Delivery date : if available And...
• Re: Journeys under difficult conditions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 23 May 1997 17:21:45 -0700
  ...I recently received plans for under chassis protection for transporters (splits, loafs and bricks.) I would like to hear from anyone interested in adding...
• Re: Syncro Westie Alternative
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Sun, 22 Aug 1999 15:39:32 -0700
  ...Based on 4.3 Chevy Truck chassis Astrovan. 160BHP Chebby V6. GWR 5700 82.5" high 2 Dbl beds/22gal Freshwater 17Gal greywater 7galChemtoilet...
• Re: Turbo diesel 5-speed DOKA Made Legal
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 10 Nov 2004 05:26:09 EST
  In a message dated 11/9/04 9:46:21 AM, dart330@HOTMAIL.COM writes: << Seems that if the chassis VIN doesn't have...
• Chin spoiler attachment
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Sun, 3 Dec 2006 11:10:39 -0500
  ...The only access to these inserts is through holes in the chassis sheet metal taht are not really very near the insert location. Anybody...
• car audio noise finally solved, yes, really this time
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 17 Apr 2011 11:13:53 -0700
  ...What finally cured it was grounding the RCA out shields on the head unit to the head unit chassis. From some internet research, it...
• reliability of Vanagon automatic transmission ?
  Historical mailing list - Dave L
  Tue, 19 Sep 2000 11:33:36 -0400
  ...It's got 83,000 miles on the chassis, about half of that on a VW remanufactured engine which the owner says was installed...
• Re: TDI six anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
  Fri, 26 Oct 2001 12:23:28 -0700
  ...It beat a lot of pure, tub-chassised, mid-engine race cars. I don't remember who said this, maybe it was Brian Redman...
• Re: [WetWesties] Warning - WA Dept of Trans & Chemistry
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 23 Nov 2002 21:34:08 -0800
  ...Fortunately, Oregon still just requires yearly windshield replacement, not chassis replacement. We use gravel. It's cheaper than salt. Jim Randy Huyck wrote: > Here...
• Re: Painting door handles
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 10 Oct 2006 16:34:31 -0400
  ...I am now testing POR15 chassis black on them,with POR15 clear as a base. Looks same as oem.Wont chip.May sell some...
• Re: Wire Gauge Question? battery questions too!
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 2 Jan 2009 09:51:02 -0800
  ...Either to the battery or tap into something under the chassis if it is > easier. Cleanest and easiest way to get power to/from...
• Re: Westfalia LP tank question
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Wed, 28 Dec 2005 21:50:23 -0500
  ...bolt threads from corroding and/or filling with dirt under the chassis. Removal will be much easier in 10 years.....I had to get...
• Re: rear wheel bearing question
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:57:21 -0700
  ...surface protection >>> 540 F drop point >>> NLGI Automotive wheel bearing and chassis lubricant GL-LB >>> >>> OR .. >>> Valvoline Crimson Heavy-Duty Grease Applications ....for >>> trucking...
• Re: Strange clock display
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:18:45 -0800
  ...Many of them > are attached to the chassis behind the fuse panel. If you drop the fuse > panel and shine a flash light on...
• GW LED Kit, Exterior
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Sat, 12 Mar 2016 11:20:21 -0800
  ...I've been advised it will "never work well" because of wiring/communication issues betwixt the engine/chassis. Please/thanks! -- Neil2 '82 Diesel Westfalia...