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Noisy V-Belts
Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
Fri, 14 May 1999 10:39:52 -8
During a recent tune-up, the mechanic replaced the existing flat style power steering and alternator v-belts with the newer design grooved (toothed...
Re: Noisy V-Belts
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Fri, 14 May 1999 15:07:08 -0700
...Noisy V-Belts > During a recent tune-up, the mechanic replaced the existing flat style > power steering and alternator v-belts with the newer...
Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:48:36 -0700
A list member replied offline and suggested that I look at Bando's belts to find a 9.5mm v-belt. Their automotive belt...
Re: Noisy V-Belts
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 14 May 1999 23:03:03 -0500
...Noisy V-Belts During a recent tune-up, the mechanic replaced the existing flat style power steering and alternator v-belts with the newer...
V-belt failure & engine health
Historical mailing list - Jesse King
Sun, 25 Nov 2001 22:29:10 -0500
Can v-belt failure cause engine damage? I was traveling about 65 mph when the battery & EGR indiot lights came on. I felt for...
Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
Historical mailing list - Steven P Smith
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07:53:05 -0700
I use one of these.http://www.amazon.com/Krikit-V-Belt-Tension-Gauge-91107/dp/B000AOEJOE YMMV > Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07...
Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Sun, 26 Dec 2004 17:41:33 -0800
...2004 5:01 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt > You do know you cant reuse the con rods...
Re: yet another water pump
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Fri, 3 Nov 2006 15:19:25 -0500
...all that this pass summer! So, the conclusion, a reinforce bracket should be made, a good alternator installed, a new well adjust V-Belt...
Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:04:45 -0700
...COM> Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2011 5:40 PM Subject: Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine? > At 11:45 AM 8/24/2011...
Re: power steering V-belt falls off
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:55:57 -0700
...shouldn't be too hard to find a 9.5 mm wide V-belt. by 1080 long. go online to Gates Rubber ......... or any...
Re: Need input - '86 needs help!
Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
Wed, 7 Mar 2007 12:04:49 -0500
You can just cut the v-belt and let things go with that.Many,including myself, have been doing just that for years. The...
Re: 100 amp alternator for Vanagon from Jetta?
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
Mon, 29 Jan 2001 05:45:11 EST
...We do this all the time with our > engine conversion kits going the other direction - 90A Vanagon > Golf > engine. > Is the V belt cog...
V-belts
Historical mailing list - David-M
Fri, 2 Oct 1998 17:06:16 -0400
I was going to buy a set of spare v-belts to carry around in my '87 Vanagon, but when I compared the specs...
Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 22:33:35 -0400
...Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating. Any "rules of thumb" regarding belt life in a Vanagon? I'm thinking something like 40...
Re: Which alternator V-belt?
Historical mailing list - Don Preston
Wed, 13 Dec 2000 22:35:49 -0800
Thanks for the help everyone. I appreciate it. Don Preston '87 Wolfy GL ~Betsy the Mp3 Bus~
Which alternator V-belt?
Historical mailing list - Don Preston
Mon, 11 Dec 2000 07:44:58 -0800
...Hi all, I picked up a new alternator v-belt from my local VW deal the other day and went to install it. I...
Re: PS V-belt (it screams)
Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
Tue, 20 Apr 2004 19:13:08 -0700
I want to thank everyone who gave me such specific hand-holding for the power steering v-belt replacement procedure. I was able to...
Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 21:21:42 -0400
At 08:56 PM 8/24/2011, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >Eastern or western? Sorry, I meant inclination. d
embarassing moments, part 2
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Mon, 26 Jun 95 12:58:16 CDT
...and hear the sound of all three v-belts coming unglued as the rag you left in the engine compartment (remember? you were soaking...
Re: Blinking Red Light
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 12 Aug 1999 21:58:08 -0700
...If the light flashes while driving, the engine may be overheated because of low coolant level or V-belt damage. Move the vehicle a...
Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 15:36:13 -0700
...Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating. To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Sunday, September 23, 2012, 2:07 PM The "7" series...
Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:12:21 -0400
...V-Belt-Tension-Gauge-91107/dp/B000AOEJOE YMMV > > Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07:13:39 -0700 > > From: camping.elliott@GMAIL.COM > > Subject: V...
Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 17:07:58 -0400
...Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating. At 02:36 PM 9/23/2012, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >Presently running a 7430 Gates...
Re: leaks leaks and more leaks -
Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
Fri, 23 Feb 2007 13:17:28 -0500
...I did not say to replace the ps rack with a manual rack.I only said to remove the V-belt,didnt I?.The...
Belts on 84 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Jeff
Wed, 5 Jan 2000 10:22:33 -0500
...Is there a belt which runs from the triple V-belt pulley to the A/C compressor and one to the alternator?
Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sun, 26 Dec 2004 19:01:26 -0600
> You do know you cant reuse the con rods without replacing the > bolts and resizing the big end of the rod > > Some of us...
V-belt replacement
Historical mailing list - Royston, Jerry
Wed, 13 Jun 2007 11:34:58 -0400
I've planning to replace all three belts this weekend after one broke off while driving. Is there any step-by-step instructions somewhere...
Diesel V-belt mystery
Historical mailing list - Juha Koivisto
Tue, 29 Feb 2000 08:02:47 +0200
...Before we started our winter holiday trip I checked alternator v-belt and found it necessary to change. I went to shop and they...
Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Mon, 24 Sep 2012 10:05:22 -0700
...I look at Bando's belts > to find a 9.5mm v-belt. > > Their automotive belt catalog* recommends their part number 2435 for my...
V belts, tightening, indirect results
Historical mailing list - Neil2
Fri, 9 May 2008 09:36:19 -0700
Is it possible to an increase in felt acceleration simply from tightening belts? I had a very loose one (in my experience) and after...
Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:40:24 -0400
At 11:45 AM 8/24/2011, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >My thumb is only accurate to one decimal place. Should I round up...
Belt Tension
Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:08:06 -0500
I just got a nifty little Krikit II Micro-V belt tension gauge. It makes a satisfying click when it reaches the pounds of...
Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Sun, 26 Dec 2004 20:41:18 -0500
...COM> Sent: Sunday, December 26, 2004 8:01 PM Subject: Re: V-Belt Pully Bolt >> You do know you cant reuse the con rods...
Re: CV belt tension, measurement
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Mon, 19 May 2008 19:59:55 -0400
...talking about the timing >belt or his alternator and water pump v-belts. What? You mean there _isn't_ a constant velocity joint belt? :-)
drive (V)-belt deflection
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Thu, 29 Jun 2006 09:35:27 -0700
I have just replaced all three belts on my '90 Westy. Bentley only lists deflection for the alternator/water pump belt. Haynes has slightly...
Belt Adjustment
Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
Tue, 23 Nov 1999 21:13:30 -0600
I am unsure if the water pump to crank V belt is adjustable on the 1.6 diesel. Page 19.4 of Bentley's...
FS 50 degree I4 engine conversion parts
Historical mailing list - Dennis Atkins
Wed, 24 Oct 2007 10:53:49 +0000
...Then set up I described uses v belts not serpentine. Thanks, Dennis A _________________________________________________________________ Capture the missing critters! Play Search Queries and earn great prizes...
Re: Diesel V-belt mystery
Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
Fri, 3 Mar 2000 18:30:33 -0500
Juha Wrote: > Before we started our winter holiday trip I checked alternator v-belt and > found it necessary to change. I went to shop...
Re: V-belt failure & engine health
Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
Mon, 26 Nov 2001 06:55:58 -0800
...V-belt failure & engine health > >> Can v-belt failure cause engine damage? I was traveling about 65 mph >> when the battery & EGR indiot lights...
Re: 85GL 1.9 Busted alternator mounting bracket stud ..2nd time in 2 years
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Mon, 16 Oct 2006 09:56:11 -0400
...V-Belt -slighly offset/oscillating crankshaft pulley (pulley has been hit with a hammer and the pulley groove is not perfect anymore) -Bad V...
More v belt questions
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:18:07 -0600
Hi all me again,I hate having to shim the waterpump pulley to tighten the lower belt then use alternator to tighten the upper...
Re: 100 amp alternator for Vanagon from Jetta?
Historical mailing list - Steven Denis
Mon, 29 Jan 2001 07:02:28 EST
In a message dated 1/29/01 5:45:54 AM Eastern Standard Time, Oxroad@AOL.COM writes: << Is the V belt cog the...
PS V-belt
Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
Sun, 18 Apr 2004 17:23:36 -0700
...I pulled over, and found the v-belt had jumped off. It had a slight twist in it, but I was able to work...
Re: Belts on 84 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Jay & Kim Schmidt
Wed, 5 Jan 2000 13:12:28 -0600
...Is there >a belt which runs from the triple V-belt pulley to the A/C compressor and >one to the alternator? >
Re: triple v belt pulley
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Sat, 14 Oct 2006 13:39:19 -0400
...triple v belt pulley > Dear list, > > I have removed the bolt that holds the pulley on, but my problem is now > removing the pulley...
Set V-belt tension hot or cold?
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Tue, 12 Feb 2002 19:09:39 -0700
I recently installed a rebuilt alternator and adjusted the belt tension. After a drive and the engine was warmed up, I noticed that all...
Re: Red tek r-134 question
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Mon, 7 Jul 2003 16:41:59 -0400
...Most R134 systems use the wide > grooved / ribbed belt because V belts in most cases don't cut the > mustard. My Honda has a...
Re: More v belt questions
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:06:53 -0600
...More v belt questions > Scott, > > I could u...
Re: power steering V-belt falls off
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:53:34 -0700
...power steering V-belt falls off > > > I have this exact same problem on my 86 vanagan. >> >> My old vbelt that worked for 20+ years...
Re: power steering V-belt falls off
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Mon, 17 Apr 2000 23:13:55 -0700
...power steering V-belt falls off > Folks, > > I checked the archives and cannot find anything about what to do when a > V-belt starts...
Re: V-belt failure & engine health
Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
Mon, 26 Nov 2001 21:25:52 +1200
>Can v-belt failure cause engine damage? I was traveling about 65 mph >when the battery & EGR indiot lights came on. I felt for...
ignition timing
Historical mailing list - Bob Gourley
Tue, 2 May 2000 16:56:15 -0700
...Then on page 28.42 , Bentley says "notch on V-belt pulley must match separating line on crankcase. Sure would appreciate your help on...
blinking coolant light
Historical mailing list - Bill MacLachlan
Sat, 16 Feb 2013 23:32:03 -0800
...The V belts are tight. I'm thinking a sensor has gone sideways or a ground. What's the most likely culprit ? thanks all...
Re: V-belt replacement
Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
Thu, 14 Jun 2007 09:10:16 -0700
My son and I are novices and are also planning to do this next week - any suggestions for beginners? On 6/13/07, Royston...
Re: Alternator continuous-duty rating?-V-belt drive rating.
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 23 Sep 2012 15:45:12 -0400
At 02:36 PM 9/23/2012, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >Presently running a 7430 Gates XL belt. Can I do better in terms...
Battery Light on in Park and Neutral
Historical mailing list - Barry Muller
Mon, 20 Oct 2003 19:40:11 -0700
...This just started yesterday What does this mean? How do I fix (if necessary)? 1991 Carat rebuilt alt, new battery, new v-belt, new...
Re: power steering V-belt falls off
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:06:29 -0400
Stefan Andreasen wrote: > I found out that the old vbelt is size 9.5x1080 (which is also the saze > stated in the Bentley manual...
Re: leaks leaks and more leaks -
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Fri, 23 Feb 2007 16:51:56 -0800
...I did not say to replace the ps rack with a manual rack.I only said to remove the V-belt,didnt I?.The...
more coolant blinker probs.
Historical mailing list - Jerome & Melissa Little
Mon, 24 Jun 2002 07:53:03 -0700
...Coolant level seems fine, V-belt seems fine, I don't know about the fan. What else? Jerome
LF: Coolant hose in Vancouver BC
Historical mailing list - Jason
Mon, 23 May 2011 22:16:57 -0400
...Current one is almost cut through by the v-belt, and the van has to make it back here to Ontario. Jason