James,

Drain the oil, change the filter, then put the oil back in. Simple. You
will lose a filter full - about 3/4 of a quart.

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver

James Ballen wrote:
> So you guys may remember me soliciting opinions on an '86 wolfsburg westy about a month ago or so...
> Well I bought it, and it's been great so far!
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> Of course I just replaced all the engine fuel lines, some coolant hoses & coolant, wheel cylinders, rear brake shoes, idle stabilizer valve, and troubleshot some other stuff...and now it's in pretty good shape...(minus my leaking PS rack).
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> Anyway, my questions are regarding the oil filter.  The PO was using a Napa filter that I'd like to remove and replace with a Mann filter, but I also know that there's fresh Amsoil in there, and don't really want to change it all out.
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> If I pull the filter, will I just lose a small bit of oil?  Or will I lose a ton?  I've never pulled a filter with an engine still full of oil (obvioulsy :)
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> Also, I acquired a nice set of captains chairs from an '87 vanagon with the adjustable armrests.  What is the procedure for tightening/lubricating these?
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> thanks all, it's good to be a vanagon owner again.
> /james
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