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  • Starter adaptor project update, and a question for those using adaptor plates
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Fri, 15 Jun 2007 11:27:56 -0400
    The starter adaptors I wrote about two months ago are finally being produced by a machine shop; it took a little longer than anticipated...
  • Re: Disc brake setup, info finally!
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:48:21 +0200
    ...front adaptor set only, rear adapter set only or complete adaptor set. I think it would be impossible to get a brake overhaul with...
  • Re: Cool idea for table
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:51:42 -0400
    ...I gave him your adaptor and starter to install as he was doing electrical safety changes. When I said I recommend your adaptor he...
  • Re: (newbie) Engine swaps, adapter-less ADAPTOR
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Wed, 4 Sep 2002 22:17:51 +1200
    Ahem... The correct spelling os ADAPTOR. KEP has it wrong.
  • AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?
    Historical mailing list - Todd Lund
    Wed, 27 Jul 2005 14:05:41 -0700
    Quoted from Bentley 87.15 A/C adaptor valve VAG 1637, installing: "Beginning in May 1988 the threaded connection on the AC high pressure...
  • Oil Pressure Kit
    Historical mailing list - David Boan
    Mon, 12 Mar 2018 21:07:12 +0000
    ...I have the Vanistan oil cooler, which eliminates adding (another) sandwich adaptor for an oil pressure/temp sender. Vanistan recommended Rocky Jennings manifold adaptor...
  • electrical insulation
    Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
    Sun, 3 Sep 2006 01:17:12 -0400
    ...It's the cable that comes out of the AC adaptor and runs to my laptop. It doesn't unplug from the adaptor, and...
  • VDO Oil Pressure Extension Adaptor
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Wed, 12 Feb 2003 12:16:49 -0500
    ...Most places suggest you use the VDO-360009 sender and the sender hose extension adaptor VD0-150752. www.busdepot.com - indicates the exension adaptor...
  • Re: Front Heater Fan Motor Lube?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Mon, 27 Jan 2020 03:25:56 -0500
    On Sat, 25 Jan 2020 14:43:20 -0500, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > >I’m using Karls starter adaptor with the starter...
  • Re: Adaptor to pump ...
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:31:29 -0700
    ...Hi List, I have a pump to pump up a normal radiator but I guess, I would need an adaptor to it to be...
  • Re: Vanagon fuel injector cleaning
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 23 Jul 2013 10:30:47 -0700
    And by that I mean use an AC to DC adaptor. AKA "wall wart". I have seen AC-AC (voltage step down) adaptors. Neil...
  • WTB: Adaptor Plate for Stock Diesel Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson - Epoch Product Design
    Wed, 3 Dec 2003 10:10:18 -0800
    ...I need a stock diesel adaptor plate for use as a template to design a custom adaptor plate I'll be machining. Anyone have...
  • westy propane in europe
    Historical mailing list - Art McGinn
    Tue, 13 Jan 2004 17:18:17 -0800
    ...cheers, art '82 westy --------------- Dear Art The (propane) adaptors we have just screw on and off your tank and then the dispensing equipment fits...
  • Re: Cool idea for table
    Historical mailing list - Karl
    Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:56:26 -0700
    Van Cafe / RMW, Bus Depot, T3 Technique, Buslab, FAS, all currently carry or use my adaptors. I may be forgetting a few others. There...
  • Re: antenna
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Tue, 11 Feb 2003 14:51:45 -0400
    There are adaptors that go from one style plug to the other. I once went in asking for an adaptor and they guy pulled...
  • Re: VDO Oil Pressure Extension Adaptor
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 12 Feb 2003 19:32:47 -0800
    ...Most places suggest you use the VDO-360009 sender and the sender hose extension adaptor VD0-150752. www.busdepot.com - indicates the exension adaptor...
  • Re: WTB: Adaptor Plate for Stock Diesel Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Wed, 3 Dec 2003 13:37:40 -0500
    ...I plan on doing the 50deg >mount as in the stock Vanagon diesel. >I need a stock diesel adaptor plate for use as a...
  • Re: Neat Stuff MVC (Mucho Vanagon Content)
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Mon, 21 Mar 2005 23:02:29 +1200
    ...a "weld in" adaptor >2: an adaptor ring that allows the mounting at the car without modifiing >the chassis. > >To mount the fillercap to...
  • Adaptor to pump ...
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
    Thu, 20 Sep 2007 20:04:26 -0700
    Hi List, I have a pump to pump up a normal radiator but I guess, I would need an adaptor to it to be...
  • FW: Front Heater Fan Motor Lube?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
    Mon, 27 Jan 2020 09:43:08 -0500
    ...However, if I were to do it again, I'd go with an adaptor and the high torque diesel starter simply because it is...
  • REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?)
    Historical mailing list - Todd Lund
    Sun, 31 Jul 2005 05:27:44 -0700
    ...Bentley 87.15 A/C adaptor valve VAG 1637, installing: "Beginning in May 1988 the threaded connection on the AC high pressure service valve...
  • Anybody using a WestyVentures TDI starter adaptor on an auto trans?
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Sat, 30 Apr 2011 01:22:13 -0700
    Hi All, I'm wondering if anyone is using Karl's TDI starter adaptor. Bought one and got a starter to use from a...
  • Re: (newbie) Engine swaps, adapter-less ADAPTOR Really?
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Wed, 4 Sep 2002 07:03:47 EDT
    In a message dated 9/4/02 6:20:09 AM, andrew.grebneff@STONEBOW.OTAGO.AC.NZ writes: << The correct spelling os ADAPTOR. KEP...
  • hiedelburg radio antenna adaptor
    Historical mailing list - mat christensen
    Thu, 24 Jan 2008 20:32:15 -0800
    Does anyone know of a dealer for the MALE adaptor for a aftermarket radio? Just replaced the 91 heidelburg radio-I'd hate to...
  • Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 25 May 2012 09:58:23 -0700
    Meant: "The adaptor slips into, and attaches to, the lower control arm. 3 bolts run through the LCA and adaptor. Radius rod attaches to...
  • Re: electrical insulation
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Sun, 3 Sep 2006 12:16:26 -0400
    ...It's the cable that > comes out of > the AC adaptor and runs to my laptop. It doesn't unplug from the > adaptor, > and...
  • Engine adaptors from Australia
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 6 May 2001 19:50:07 +1200
    Found Unicap, an Australian outfit making engine adaptors to fit VW & Porsche trans. Conversions include Subaru. They look good in images. Won't include...
  • Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Fri, 25 May 2012 11:00:42 -0600
    ...Meant: "The adaptor slips into, and attaches to, the lower control arm. 3 bolts run through the LCA and adaptor. Radius rod attaches to...
  • RE : Ticked Off at oil filter adaptors
    Historical mailing list - Chasteen, Jonathan M. MM3 (CVN69)
    Thu, 12 Oct 2006 00:47:41 -0400
    <snip> I wish they would design a thermostatically controlled sandwich adaptor that allows oil to flow through the filter before going to the cooler...
  • Coolant tester adaptor
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
    Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:41:20 -0700
    Hi guys, I'm looking for those adaptors that fit our system. One for the tank, one for the cap. Stant has their number...
  • Automatic Starter options was: Front Heater Fan Motor Lube?
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Mon, 27 Jan 2020 09:53:41 -0500
    Yes, This is one of the main reasons I chose to use Karl’s adaptor and he was good enough to send me a...
  • Re: Coolant tester adaptor
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Sat, 29 Mar 2008 07:46:38 -0400
    ...Friday, March 28, 2008 4:41 PM Subject: [VANAGON] Coolant tester adaptor Hi guys, I'm looking for those adaptors that fit our system...
  • Re: New adapter plate: DIY Engine Conversions
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Thu, 24 Sep 1998 15:14:52 -0400
    i bought a KEP adaptor plate and in my opinion, it was indeed a work of art... nowhere have i gone that i have...
  • Re: REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?)
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 31 Jul 2005 10:09:42 -0400
    ...REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?) I posted this question just before the list went down. My R...
  • =?UTF-8?Q?Re:_50=c2=ba_Adaptor_Plate_Install_Angle_Check_please=3f?=
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Mon, 2 Oct 2017 14:52:54 -0700
    ...Mark Neil N wrote: > Hi all. > > This is for a Kennedy adaptor plate mounted to a VW inline 4 cylinder. > I think I have...
  • Re: Propane refill adaptor UPDATE
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
    Sat, 21 Nov 2015 18:40:02 -0500
    Eric I agree you are missing the adaptor. My refill adaptor unit had the Acme adaptor directly attached to it. Works great and I...
  • Re: Heater under back seat
    Historical mailing list - Ben huot
    Mon, 9 Jun 2003 11:15:16 -0400
    ...I made a adaptor that screw into the bleeder screw, at the other end of this adaptor there is a small clear hose, that...
  • Source for remote oil filter mount or oil cooler thermostat/adaptor?
    Historical mailing list - karl
    Mon, 31 Jan 2000 23:35:01 -0500
    Can someone recommend a good source for either a remote oil filter mount, or a thermostatic oil cooler adaptor, to fit an inline VW...
  • =?UTF-8?Q?50=C2=BA_Adaptor_Plate_Install_Angle_Check_please=3F?=
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 2 Oct 2017 14:17:15 -0700
    ...This is for a Kennedy adaptor plate mounted to a VW inline 4 cylinder. I think I have the lower studs in the correct...
  • Looking for swivel seat adaptors
    Historical mailing list - Sorin Bejenaru
    Fri, 3 Apr 1998 00:13:06 -0500
    ...Looking for Swival Seat Adaptors >Hi All, >I'm looking for two swival seat adaptors for my '86 Wolfsburg Westfalia >Weekender (pop top, no...
  • Re: hiedelburg radio antenna adaptor
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Thu, 24 Jan 2008 23:50:50 -0500
    ...On Jan 24, 2008, at 11:32 PM, mat christensen wrote: > Does anyone know of a dealer for the MALE adaptor for a aftermarket...
  • Lower Ball Joint Adaptor Questions (PICS)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:23:50 -0800
    ...The lower ball joint adaptor is removed, and I need to drill out bolt remanents. If I don't drill dead center and adaptor...
  • Re: VDO Oil Pressure Extension Adaptor
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Wed, 12 Feb 2003 16:50:22 -0500
    ...Most places > suggest you use the VDO-360009 sender and the sender hose > extension adaptor VD0-150752. > > www.busdepot.com - indicates the exension adaptor...
  • Re: Lower Ball Joint Adaptor Questions (PICS)
    Historical mailing list - mdrillock
    Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:33:51 -0800
    ...If I don't drill dead center and adaptor ends up being > fore/aft, and/or L/R 1 or 2 mm when installed...
  • Re: (newbie) Engine swaps, adapter-less ADAPTOR
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Wed, 4 Sep 2002 07:51:06 EDT
    ...The correct spelling os ADAPTOR. KEP has it wrong. >> Ahem... Noah Webster fixed the Quenn's English to add an American flavor to it...
  • Re: Lower Ball Joint Adaptor Questions (PICS)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:03:01 -0800
    ...Saw bubbles of oil between bolt and adaptor. I pounded it. One finally moved about a mm before the punch bent and broke! Ha...
  • Re: REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?)
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sun, 31 Jul 2005 10:27:39 -0400
    ...REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve > VAG 1637?) > > I posted this question just before the list went down. > > My R...
  • Re: '67 bus brake line
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 17 Mar 1996 19:35:43 -0600
    ...What is a flaring tool and a buble-flare adaptor? (Or did you just want to say 'ubiquitous'? :-) -Marlin >If you plan to maintain...
  • Re: Ipod FM transmitters
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
    Mon, 19 Jun 2006 11:29:55 -0700
    Joe, I have an iPod, a Vanagon, an FM transmitter, and a cassette adaptor. I prefer the cassette adaptor for using my iPod in...
  • Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Fri, 25 May 2012 10:55:23 -0600
    ...The radius rod attaches to bottom of the adaptor. An image of my '81 while I was doing the radius arm bushings job. You...
  • automatic KEP adaptor plate FS
    Historical mailing list - Matthew
    Sat, 10 Nov 2007 08:56:11 -0800
    folks, i have an automatic tranny adaptor plate for a tdi at 50 degree from KEP. I sold the bus but not the adaptor...
  • wanted: kennedy I4 to vanagon 091 tranny adaptor plate
    Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
    Fri, 24 Sep 1999 14:47:55 -0600
    Anyone got a Kennedy adaptor plate that I could use to attach a TDI to the 091 tranny in an '86 Vanagon? Surely these...
  • Wanted: Golf/Jetta Adaptor plate to auto tranny
    Historical mailing list - marty guinn
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 19:27:10 -0400
    ...If anyone can help me find an adaptor plate for the vanagon auto tranny , i'd be most grateful. Thanks & have a great weekend...
  • Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 25 May 2012 09:53:00 -0700
    ...The radius rod attaches to bottom of the adaptor. An image of my '81 while I was doing the radius arm bushings job. You...
  • Re: Propane refill adaptor
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 20 Oct 2015 23:44:42 -0400
    ...Propane refill adaptor Not BBQ hose... high pressure hose rated to 350 psi. Which is 150 psi greater than necessary. Cheers, Jeff -----Original Message...
  • Ticked Off at oil filter adaptors
    Historical mailing list - David Etter
    Wed, 11 Oct 2006 18:22:08 -0600
    ...I wish they would design a thermostatically controlled sandwich adaptor that allows oil to flow through the filter before going to the cooler then...
  • Re: hiedelburg radio antenna adaptor
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Thu, 24 Jan 2008 21:20:00 -0800
    ...On Jan 24, 2008 8:32 PM, mat christensen <holegatehead@yahoo.com> wrote: > Does anyone know of a dealer for the MALE adaptor for...
  • Re: REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?)
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 31 Jul 2005 08:58:29 -0500
    ...REPOST after List hiccup (AC high pressure line adaptor valve VAG 1637?) > I posted this question just before the list went down. > > My R...
  • Re: fuel pressure tester & compression tester
    Historical mailing list - karl
    Tue, 14 Dec 1999 10:15:02 -0500
    Yes, it is possible! I use one form Snap-On tools, that handles diesel pressures as well as gas engines, it uses an adaptor...
  • FS: Adaptor kit for Ford--->Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Tue, 12 Sep 2000 18:04:39 -0400
    ...I have the engine (not running, but supposedly runs), adaptor plate, flywheel, engine support, some plumbing, etc. No loss of ground clearance, but extends...