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• Re: Air vs. Water
  Historical mailing list - Tieitup
  Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:52:26 -0600
  FWIW, IIRC, the air cooled engine used in the Vanagon is similar or the same as engines in late model Bays. FWIW? IIRC? Give...
• Re: Carburetors on a WBX
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:22:51 -0600
  John, Malcolm Stebbins (mwstebbins@YAHOO.COM) had a carbureted Syncro Camper for sale last year IIRC. He's in Nova Scotia IIRC. Try him...
• Re: Fuel Tank Sender Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 28 Jul 2001 21:22:48 -0700
  ...Fuel Tank Sender Replacement > Whats' the IIRC stand for? > John > > On Sat, 28 Jul 2001 23:22:15 -0400 David Beierl <dbeierl@attglobal.net...
• Re: '84 sliding door handle question
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Wed, 15 Dec 2004 14:25:17 -0500
  ...so stock up > > on spares.. > > chris > > > > IIRC Bus Depot still has them. > > -- > BenT >
• Re: Fuel Tank Sender Replacement
  Historical mailing list - JOHN REYNOLDS
  Sat, 28 Jul 2001 23:32:00 +0000
  Whats' the IIRC stand for? John On Sat, 28 Jul 2001 23:22:15 -0400 David Beierl <dbeierl@attglobal.net> writes: > At 07:10...
• IXLR8
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 8 Oct 2008 13:46:58 -0700
  It was a plate on a Lamborghini Muira IIRC. And if anyone's interested.
• Re: fancy front wheel bearing nut with clamp
  Historical mailing list - Vern in Bend
  Mon, 21 Mar 2011 10:13:28 -0700
  ...But I did use 'IIRC'. . . Regards, Vern > And what would that MBZ part number be? > > A search of the archives was not successful in...
• Re: Fifth connection on relay
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 19 Feb 2014 10:20:18 -0800
  ...Really helped demystify things like use of suppression components. (of which, the fridge relay does not have IIRC) Neil. On 2/19/14, Zeitgeist...
• Re: OT: Eurovan forum information?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 17 Oct 2012 12:48:21 -0700
  RE: Eurovan Groups Check the Yahoo! groups. IIRC it's called evupdate?
• Re: 93 eurovan
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 10:28:33 EDT
  IIRC the '93s also have a nasty tencency to catch fire and burn to the ground.
• Re: 46mm socket for wheel bearing
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 9 Mar 2005 09:10:41 -0500
  Snapon has them, socket is around $45 bur IIRC it's 1" drive.
• Re: Chevy Engine Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 23 Feb 2003 09:37:01 -0800
  ...Once again, IIRC, the Vanagon gearing caused the Chevy to spin much higher than it was comfortable at. Additionally, IIRC, engine balance was a...
• Re: 5 speed for vanagon w/ overdrive
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Sat, 17 Feb 2001 23:19:28 EST
  Tony, IIRC Weddle Engineering sells the 5 speed transmissions is Southern California. BenT San Francisco
• Who's the guy (Tom?) that sells beer making supplies?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 28 Dec 2012 19:46:18 -0700
  On list, from Fla, IIRC. Thanx, Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus
• Re: vw's alpha numeric chassis designations
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 1 Dec 2000 06:56:04 EST
  IIRC Corrados are A2 chassis. All Sciroccos are A1 chassis (both Scirocco 1 & Scirocco 2). BenT
• Re: Air vs. Water
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:34:07 -0800
  On Fri, Jan 23, 2009 at 1:52 PM, Tieitup <tieitup@gmail.com> wrote: > FWIW? > IIRC? Google man. Google. Neil.
• Re: GAUGES
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 21 Nov 2000 13:22:43 -0800
  NAPA sells the rotor. Reboxed Bosch. About $25 IIRC. P/N EP517 (Echlin) 5200 rpm limiting rotor. Jim Arnott WetWesties Union, OR
• Re: Ventalation Controls (sp)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 10 May 2002 06:39:02 -0700
  top = floor or defrost next one = temperature next one = fresh air to heater bottom = fresh air to ceiling vents IIRC
• Re: Air filter CFM?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 28 Jun 2019 22:42:56 -0700
  ...But then again, IIRC, that same filter was also used on the VR6 http://www.wixfilters.com/Lookup/filterlookup.aspx On 6/28/19...
• Re: Nexen Winguard 231 Ice Snow Tire?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:32:08 -0700
  ...PDF states "102" as load index IIRC (workshop computer won't display) But again, IIRC, it was ~ 1850 lbs per? Neil. On 4/13...
• New Wolz
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 29 Mar 2011 06:44:26 -0700
  Micah Parker Wolz was born this morning around 2am. 7lb, 8oz, 21", IIRC. All fingers, toes, etc. present and accounted for. Karl Wolz
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Valve part numbering question
  Historical mailing list - Pat Spragge/RFAN
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 11:20:23 -0700
  ...Possibly ONLY due to a change somewhere else in the wiring harness?? IIRC, some 2.1 ISV's had 2 contacts, some had 3...
• Re: Triple A upgrade
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:04:59 -0600
  ...Also IIRC they will only give premier to customers in good standing, ie somebody who hasnt used all their tows up in a year...
• Re: Maroon 90 Westy in So Cal for sale
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 10:58:17 -0700
  Hi Tom, Have the AAA in So Cal do an evaluation. IIRC it's about 50$. Good investment. cheers, pensioner
• Re: Big package. Real big.
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 3 Jan 2007 18:20:40 -0800
  Additional note on Forward Air. When the recipiant goes to pick up the package there will e $30 'docking fee' and IIRC cash only.
• Re: Broken down in bishop ca!
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 28 May 2013 23:16:17 -0700
  RE: Problems in Bishop IIRC there is a VW/Vanagon shop right there in Bishop, north side of 395 about the middle of town.
• Re: Vanagon 5-Lug spacing distance? & T1 vs T2
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 3 Apr 2001 11:51:05 +1200
  >IIRC they were 5x205mm I wasn't sure what the actual diameter is, but was just saying it is BIG. Andrew
• Re: manual trans rebuild?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 20 Oct 2001 14:53:01 -0700
  ...Daryl Christensen at AA Transaxle in WA. <http://www.aatransaxle.com> Gonna cost you a grand. ($995 IIRC) Jim Arnott List Admin WetWesties Union...
• Re: Doors from 90 automatic non-Westy into an 85 4 speed Westy
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 20 Aug 2005 14:13:56 -0700
  RE: IIRC the sliding door change was in '85, '85 on different from the pre-85 sliders.
• Re: Ethanol is the fuel of the future?
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Sun, 26 Feb 2006 22:47:24 -0500
  In one article I read, scientists have developed a technique for making water. The raw material is, IIRC, petroleum. Hope that helps.
• Grover Grit
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Sat, 12 Sep 2009 17:21:37 -0700
  ...Keeps the current display in an old musical instrument case, IIRC. George
• Re: Headlight switches.
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 25 Jun 2021 22:18:44 -0700
  ...90-91 Headlight Switches IIRC the headlight switch I have in my 90 is from an older Vanagon. And I have never found any...
• Re: Urgent help: fried head light switch and connector
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 18:18:53 -0700
  RE: Headlight Switch for '91 IIRC the headlight switch stock on a '91 is unique, one year only. But maybe earlier ones will work?
• Re: Rear Wiper Motor Not Wiping
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 29 Aug 2010 18:15:47 -0700
  ...Tom, pull the trim panel and take a look at the linkage. IIRC it's such that it could be over center or jammed.
• 80c or 87c thermostat?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Chapman
  Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:12:45 -0400
  ...What's the use of a lower temp thermostat? Stock is 87 and these are 80 IIRC.
• Re: Cheap H4's
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Wed, 31 Jan 2001 20:31:47 EST
  Greg, IIRC the headlights in the Golt GTI's are H5 not H4. They have a different plug in the back and only accept...
• Re: Any detailing tips?
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Fri, 30 Apr 2004 10:29:51 -0400
  ...It adds oils back into the material instead of leaching it out (also adds UV inhibitors, IIRC). Not cheap, but a it works well...
• Re: removing front seats
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 6 Apr 2008 20:12:20 -0700
  ...Loren, > > IIRC it's "lift" not press to release the seats from the track stop. > BenT > And thinking it about you're right Ben...
• Re: i wish i had 19 grand to blow.. NVC
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 4 Apr 2008 10:58:16 -0700
  IIRC, they were assembled upon a Ghia pan with a flat type three engine, and had a very rare alternator setup with that configuration
• Re: Nexen Winguard 231 Ice Snow Tire?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:42:54 -0700
  ...Maybe I'm not clear on this spec: > > PDF states "102" as load index IIRC (workshop computer won't display) > > But again, IIRC, it...
• Re: power steering noise
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Fri, 30 Jan 2004 13:17:35 -0800
  ...Rebuilt pumps are expensive (240$ iirc). I have rebuilt a few with great success. Pretty easy to do and what i would recommend first...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch Removal
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 17 Nov 2015 10:21:06 -0800
  ...And IIRC, for me, I found that having the extension part way out of the socket was slightly problematic. But that's me as...
• Re: Alternator Light Just Came On
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 9 Aug 2009 18:07:42 -0700
  ...And IIRC the regulators are available at the local FLAPS.
• Re: Tires...
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 14:31:19 -0400
  ...x 8.5 x 14 tire in an all- season tread. "Kelly Safari SJR," IIRC. Haven't seen 'em or tried 'em myself. - Kevin
• Re: Doka Springs
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 29 Jan 2006 23:22:46 -0800
  ...wrote: This is so irresistable: a Springer in need of a spring. IIRC the 2wd Dokas use the same as bus springs. BenT Mehtuhlcoyl
• Re: Suspension noises (Clunks) 1991
  Historical mailing list - Rick N
  Mon, 28 Nov 2016 02:27:11 +0000
  ...I will check the the shock mounts first, IIRC the owner said the shocks were KYB. I will let you know how it all...
• Re: Body shop -- I take it back
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 16 Oct 2010 13:10:07 -0700
  ...Rear Side Markers Mike, IIRC there is supposed to be a plastic insert there. But I had problems backing the screws out also when...
• Re: Tire Dating Numbers
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Lewis
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 01:26:17 -0500
  IIRC, the first digit is the _last_digit of the year of manufacture; the last two are the week of the year. 937= '79...
• Re: Local dealer's tiki makeover
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 23 Nov 2013 10:18:18 -0800
  ...It seemed to be well done, a commercial food setup IIRC. Some pictures on request.
• Re: Go Westy's 16" wheel offset ?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sat, 4 Feb 2006 19:46:25 -0800
  IIRC GoWesty gets their wheels custom > made in China. This should be somewhere in the archives. My GoWesty 16's have "Made in Italy...
• Re: Packing for a trip, anyone harness the power of vacuum?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 30 Dec 2007 12:49:59 -0800
  ...to mention in last post, check your local Costco, they usually carry a package of an asortment of the Space-Bag products. IIRC $27
• Re: Hi resolution pictures of Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Nunya Business
  Fri, 7 Sep 2007 18:45:40 -0700
  As I said 'IIRC'- I believe he dug out the gasket and crammed something else in there while the heads were still on the...
• Re: Coolant pipe inserts
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 19 Apr 2015 04:45:34 -0400
  ...Edges a bit sharp IIRC. Yrs, d
• Re: removing lower grill
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Sun, 19 Nov 2000 16:44:07 EST
  Joe, IIRC the issue covered in the earlier post was for the upper grill. John is having a problem w/ the lower grill. I...
• Re: removing front seats
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 6 Apr 2008 19:43:17 -0700
  ...Loren, IIRC it's "lift" not press to release the seats from the track stop. BenT -- BenT
• Re: constant lack of power
  Historical mailing list - joe brown
  Sat, 14 Dec 2002 07:24:25 -0800
  IIRC, a while back people reported a part the 2.1 intake air system would collapse and restrict flow, something about the air filter...
• Re: Tire Pressure With Different Tire Types
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 7 Aug 2006 14:53:51 -0700
  ...Tire pressures On later model Vanagons (and earlier also IIRC) the factory recommended infaltion for the 185R14 C tire is 43 rfont. 53 rear...
• Re: Hey, it's awful dark out there tonight....
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Thu, 10 Jul 2008 23:58:44 -0400
  Did you check the ground for the headlights, located on one of the grounding stars right above the fuse/relay panel? IIRC, high beams...
• Re: Mud Flaps
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 4 Oct 2009 17:30:22 -0600
  ...the supplied installation hardware is not great." Mine are thick rubber. IIRC I got this: http://www.busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=251898809KIT bob >
• Re: '85 with geysering coolant
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 20 Aug 2006 11:15:24 -0700
  ...H pipe/fitting by the coolant tank on the 1.9L WBX IIRC that piece is NLA BUT one of the online vendors has...