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• Re: 094 5 Speed kit
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 31 Dec 2016 09:43:57 -0800
  ...Nice and simple... > When you add a TDI, a Subaru, supercharged inline, or another big torque > motor..and you use all it's torque...
• Re: Why has the list been so quiet lately/ 1.9TD
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 21:13:10 -0500
  ...etc.)? A free-flow exhaust and a minor boost tweak on the TD puts it at more torque than the 2.0, and a...
• Lug Nut Torque
  Historical mailing list - Bill
  Sun, 29 Mar 1998 23:19:39 -0700
  ...Th Sears mechanic torgued them to 120 ft-lbs cause he said, if he torqued them up any higher, I wouldn't be able...
• Re: 102mph - Turbo vs. 6-cylinder
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Wed, 23 May 2007 00:01:44 -0400
  ...If you look at the SVX > torque curve it shows >180lbs-ft from 1500RPM to above 6000RPM with a peak > around 235/240lbs-ft...
• Re: Torque Wench
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 20:35:47 -0800
  ...And he'd be the first to use a torque wrench. I just meant that the one I have that goes all the way...
• Engine Swap Madness...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sat, 6 Mar 1999 09:50:24 PST
  ...If you look at the stock HP and torque the engines output, you will see that in the engines differ little in the HP...
• Re: Rear Axle Wiggle
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 26 Feb 2004 17:02:00 -0600
  ...What length bar with what weight applied will give you the 360 ft lbs of torque. Really sounds like you need a new stub...
• starter question
  Historical mailing list - Chris Fall
  Sun, 30 Apr 2000 11:43:08 -0700
  ...I believe that I read threads indicating that later years had starters with more torque. Can I use one of these higher torque starters...
• Re: Removed cv clean grease at tranny?
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 11:53:48 -0700
  Just wipe it out with a rag that can be thrown away, and install the new CV packed with grease, be sure to torque...
• Re: few things you want to tell the tire changing monkeys at the local tire s...
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 24 Dec 2006 10:16:16 -0800
  ...Does Bently provide different torque reference steel vs alloy? BTW, Discount Tires computer tells their people 125 ft lbs for Vanagon....
• Test Setup Test Viscous With Torque Wrench
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 18:17:58 -0500
  ...diff so it won't move and then you stick a torque wrench on the other axel attachment point and then you turn the...
• Leaking automatic transmission
  Historical mailing list - John
  Thu, 30 Mar 2000 10:22:54 -0500
  ...However when the transmission is very hot, a massive ATF leak occurs in the torque housing, leaking down on the forward crossover exhaust pipe...
• Re: Supercharged Westy Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 21 Aug 2006 12:24:43 -0700
  ...but for the rest of you it is all about torque. Torque is rotational force, or the force necessary to keep your wheels rolling...
• Re: WBX Cylinder Head Nut Torque check, re-torque
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 16 Jul 2016 12:57:06 -0700
  ...http://gerry.vanagon.com/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A2=ind1305D&L=vanagon&P=R2354 Of note, it seems VW updated the final torque value...
• Re: torque converter, 83.5 and 87 interchangable
  Historical mailing list - Jeff at Vanagonparts
  Wed, 28 Jul 2004 22:08:12 -0700
  ...torque converter, 83.5 and 87 interchangable Are the torque converter and drive plates interchangable between an 83.5 1.9L waterboxer and a...
• Torque!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Javier
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 19:56:13 -0000
  ...I would like to know if you can help me with the torque of the bolts that tie the heads with the block (had...
• Re: [vanagon] Rear wheel axle nut torque
  Historical mailing list - Dave Katsuki
  Sun, 15 Aug 1999 15:56:26 -0400
  ...Dana E Hager <dehager@ix.netcom.com> > >Anyone know where to find a torque wrench or adapter to torque the rear >axle nut. Bentley...
• Re: Subject: hardware and torqueing was Flexing cranks and Yielding
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Fri, 23 Feb 2001 18:12:37 -0500
  Ken the extra turn after reaching the lower torque valve is great in that it makes for a more consistant results in the torque...
• Re: torque wrench
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 09:32:13 -0600
  ...Try a Snap On, Mac, or another top shelf torque wrench. Mine have never broke. RC I am on my third Craftsman 10-75...
• Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Sat, 7 May 2016 20:00:03 -0700
  ...Well over the 365 ft lbs tightening torque. > > Don't forget, it's 500 newton-meters torque *and then tighten to the next slot...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: [WetWesties] Split Weld Seam
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:21:52 -0800
  ...I've used a torque wrench on wheel mounting bolts before.......... and much prefer the 'feel by hand' method with a good breaker bar...
• Re: warning regarding GoWesty alternator bracket kit
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:15:26 -0500
  ...In actual practice in the aircraft maintenance shop, where torque values were not specified, standard torque values were used. and where such was not...
• What's the correct torque here?? 33 ft./lbs.!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Thu, 17 Jun 1999 08:43:13 -0700
  Thanks to all who replied to my qustion regarding the torque to use to mount the engine carrier to the crankcase on a 2...
• Re: AT torque converter seal leak
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Wed, 7 Nov 2007 08:18:57 -0800
  ...Plan on replacing the > torque converter bushing and check the seal surface carefully for a > groove. If so it will need to sleeved or...
• Re: Inner tie rod
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Sat, 7 Feb 2015 12:42:06 -0600
  ...I'm > using a torque wrench to get the 51ft lbs recommended. However, with the > inner tie rod tool it doesn't seem to...
• Re: head gasket resealing progress
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 18:51:06 -0500
  ...head gasket resealing progress > Cound not this tendency be compensated for my setting the torque a touch > higher? Ex: Dialing in 30 when the...
• Re: RPM vs MPH
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 16 Dec 1999 01:30:16 +0100
  ...the Max > Torque rpm is about 3400 rpm. Joel, the max torque for the 2,1s are 2800 rpm for all three versions. Just...
• Re: torque ?
  Historical mailing list - Walt Spak
  Mon, 19 Nov 2001 20:41:37 -0500
  ...VANAGON.COM Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 8:20 PM Subject: torque ? Does anyone know how to convert inch pounds to foot pounds? Thanks...
• 85 Westfalia Torque Converter Leak
  Historical mailing list - Latchua
  Tue, 21 Apr 1998 08:50:06 EDT
  ...I am now told that there is a shallow grove worn in the torque converter housing face where the seal fits. The dealer questions...
• Re: question for an engineer (tool purchasing advice?)
  Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
  Fri, 3 Jul 1998 08:20:32 -0400
  ...I just got >some Husky wrenches and a $50 1/2" click-type torque qrench at Home Depot two >months ago - its not Snap...
• Re: Wrench Talk
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 02:26:09 -0500
  I recommend the Snap-on torque wrench above anything else. You definately get back what you paid in terms of reliability and accuracy. :) and...
• Torque Heads after new Heads???
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 14 Dec 1996 13:25:25 -0700
  ...Same Dealer had done the recall re torque. So does any one know if I need to have these puppies re torqued or not...
• Re: loose rear axle nut
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:23:44 -0500
  ...I had to put mine on the ground and block the wheels to get it to a high enough torque (I'm ready for...
• Re: torque wrench
  Historical mailing list - Brien Dews
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 11:12:34 -0500
  ...I came back home and was using my new wrench to torque the cv axles on Maggie's bus and the racheting > mechanism would...
• Need Torque Converter ASAP
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 25 Jun 2019 06:27:46 -0400
  Anyone have a line on a rebuilt or known-good torque converter? Need one ASAP for an '86 Westy I'm working on (preferably...
• Blown Torque Converter Seal....a common problem???
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Thu, 14 Nov 2002 17:57:22 -0800
  ...The Anti-Christ (my 1990 Carat) blew her Torque Converter Seal (what a treat!) and I was wondering if anyone else has had this...
• Re: 15" wheels and tires from GoWesty
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Sat, 7 Aug 2004 03:29:08 -0400
  from what i have read the whole lubing thing does this when you are worried about proper torque specs. 1) it lowers the coefficient...
• Re: Towing a Vanagon with a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Press
  Wed, 23 Jun 2004 15:22:47 -0700
  ...The large amount of torque accelerates the load and also carries the load up hills. > There's no way it's "all about torque...
• Re: Crazy Winnebago/Eurovan Motorhome
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 22 Jun 95 12:59:43 EDT
  ...Cetin Alistair Bell writes: > > While the rated hp is around 108, it puts out 170-180 ft-lbs of torque. > Thats not far off...
• Re: Torque converter help
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 27 Aug 2003 12:19:09 -0700
  ...Gently place the torque converter on the splines and slowly spin. You will feel it slip onto each one. Thats all there is to...
• Re: torque for front wheel caliper bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Tue, 13 Nov 2001 11:35:06 -0800
  ...and i can borrow a torque wrench >> from >> work, but want to make sure i get one in the correct torque range. >> >> thanks. >> bill...
• Re: Torque Wench
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 21:18:29 -0700
  ...i would like to have a couple stern words with >>> whomever feels it is unnecessary to use a torque >>> wrench >> >> To which Gnarlodious responds...
• Re: Alloy wheel torque specification
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 16 Jul 1998 23:38:33 -0400
  ...The required torque is a function of the material, size, and thread pitch of the bolt. It must be properly stretched to hold the...
• Re: torque wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 18:00:32 -0800
  > Patrick, > Can I assume that it would be appropriate for my '85 Westy's wheels also, to > be torqued at > 80 lbs of pressure...
• Re: Installing 2.1L crankshaft pulley
  Historical mailing list - Nigel Bennett
  Tue, 15 May 2001 12:15:01 +0200
  Steve Had the same problem with my wrench, so I didn't torque up my pulley to spec. I just tightened it good and...
• 87 Vanagon Steering joint - torque?
  Historical mailing list - Jutta & Christian Knust
  Mon, 10 Dec 2001 04:07:32 +0100
  Hi guys, what's the correct torque for the two nuts and bolts which connect the universal joint to the power steering pinion on...
• Torque Converter Seal is blown for the 2nd time...why do they go?
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 08:58:08 -0700
  ...My Auto Trans leak debacle turns out to be my Torque Converter Seal. This is the second time it has gone. Anybody suggest why...
• Re: Latest dyno run
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 07:49:48 -0700
  ...didn't see the torque *way* down there. I'm too used to seeing the torque from a TDI! ;-) David Marshall
• Re: Rear Axle Wiggle
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Feb 2004 16:41:31 -0600
  ...lbs.". > >I have never seen a shop that actually had a torque wrench that went as >high as 360 ft lbs. > >They all torque...
• Re: (home engine repair) Torque converter seal question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 24 Feb 2001 19:47:27 -0500
  ...You must also carefully check the hub for wear and the condition of the bushing inside the torque converter. I've found that most...
• Re: lug nut torque?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 Jul 2005 06:37:10 -0400
  The breaker bar allows you to use a foot to apply the torque. You can apply an awful lot more torque with one foot...
• Re: TDI Eurovan
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 04 Jun 1996 06:01:56 -0500 (EST)
  ...Diesel 1.9 litre (non-turbo) 61 hp @ 3700 RPM 127 Nm Torque @ 1700 - 2500 rpm 4 Cyl. Diesel 2.5 litre (non-turbo...
• Re: Torque Wench
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 20:07:51 -0800
  ...i would like to have a couple stern words with > > whomever feels it is unnecessary to use a torque > > wrench > > To which Gnarlodious responds...
• Re: testing a fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 12:41:18 -0400
  ...like not > using a click-type torque wrench on the heads. why not? there's no solid > explanation. The explanation I've heard is...
• OEM alloy wheel lug nut torque
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sat, 4 Jul 2009 12:45:01 -0700
  So what is the proper torque for them? I can find two different figures for the steel wheels, 130 ft.lbs. and 123 ft...
• Re: Torque Wench
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 19:05:24 -0700
  ...i would like to have a couple stern words with > whomever feels it is unnecessary to use a torque > wrench To which Gnarlodious responds...
• Re: Yer torquin me....<grin>
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Sat, 19 Jan 2002 02:57:27 EST
  Hey, I understand torque...... To tighten my rear axle nuts, I put my 190 lb weight on the end of a 2-foot bar...
• Re: How much ATF in Torque Converter
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 9 Jul 2003 21:48:34 -0400
  ...I just put the torque converter on and let the >transmission >fill it as it ran. > >Who rebuilt your transmission? I have a couple...
• Re: sheer bolts/steering column
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 22 Oct 2003 02:40:07 EDT
  ...s a hell of a lot easier to use torque wrench to set correct torque. >> . . . as long as you know which end of the...
• Automatic Transmission, slipping when cold?
  Historical mailing list - Ezra Hall
  Fri, 3 Mar 2000 16:18:18 -500
  Folks, I think there is a problem with our automatic transmission, or perhaps the torque converter on our 1988 Westy. On cold days (freezing...