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• Re: Plastic cooling pipes damaged...
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sun, 10 Jun 2001 22:44:21 -0700
  ...Thanks in advance! > > Dan > '87 Westfalia > (will again be on the road after radiator, CV boots, new calipers and > wheel cylinders, or I will...
• Re: Death Valley
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Wed, 24 Jan 2007 11:49:41 -0800
  ...Location is very important, a booth will not have the same beneficial effect. Sip or slurp reverently. Do not anger the spirits by using...
• Re: RnR - Air and Vacuum/Coolant - Van Runs Terrible
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 24 Oct 2014 12:25:39 -0700
  ...I did redo vacuum after finding rip in s-boot which the van was timed to so maybe the increase in vacuum threw it...
• Re: CV joint repair?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 20 Mar 1999 10:39:27 -0700
  ...The new CV boot kit came >with "cap bolts" that had twelve point bolts. Sears did not have anything >that looked like that. Where...
• Unfortunately have to say goodbye to the list
  Historical mailing list - Matt Brickell
  Thu, 9 Sep 1999 00:20:02 -0500
  ...Matt Brickell 84 Westy ( Das Boot ) or aka ( U-1984 ) 83 Jetta TD 86 Jetta D Olathe, KS
• Re: electrical stalling?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 16 Dec 2004 09:50:55 -0500
  ...If the rubber boot around this is rotten, moisture may get in and corrode the contact. It's worth taking this apart and making...
• trip report, short
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sat, 14 Aug 2004 00:59:07 -0700
  ...Also had the CV joints repacked and boots replaced and power steering fluid flushed and replaced. Yes, it was expensive, but it is my...
• FS Last Call Before E* bay air cooled parts, Engine, Transmissions
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 15 Jun 2002 08:02:18 -0500
  ...Air Filter Box 1976-1979 would be required for these vehicles) Boot intake, to Air Flow sensor Part #071.129.967 Air Metering Body...
• heater heating insulation cold and rain
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sun, 17 Oct 2004 12:51:20 -0700
  ...If anybody is interested in developing this type of "pop top boot / bad weather boot" please p-mail me and perhaps we can develop...
• Re: CV joint boots
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 17 Aug 2021 20:26:41 +0000
  Just for clarification, the axle assembly I bought was the one OlRiverRat (Dean in New Mexico) suggested:  https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/GK-251501203GX...
• Re: vanagon camper seating capacity
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 13 May 2010 12:42:19 -0500
  ...As far as I know, there would be no way to put a third belt in the rear unless you just bootlegged one for...
• Re: Oil Pump Leak Advice
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 7 Mar 2010 20:20:43 -0800
  ...the starter can be grease from having a bad CV joint Boot on the right inner CV. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bill Shawley" <easywind1975@HOTMAIL...
• Darn Westy Skylight/glue to hold screen
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 11:06:52 -0600
  ...Believe me or not, a year ago i installed a new > skylight, and vent seal/boot....i used plenty of > silicone on all the...
• Re: engine cleaning do's and don'ts?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 24 Aug 2004 12:05:19 -0500
  ...I often take recent purchased Vanagons or other cars by the Car Wash and spray the underside, backing plates, tranny case and CV boots...
• Re: Advice on possible engine replacement
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 7 Sep 2005 11:35:51 -0700
  ...in CA so I'd end up paying sales tax to boot) and the wife just wasn't going for it! What are some...
• Re: Part search request for assistance, 81 - 83 air coolled Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 28 Nov 2006 18:37:13 -0800
  ...vintage" vehicles. > > Here is the description I have; > > 1) an air boot or conduit > - a tube that goes from the air flow meter to...
• Re: Pop top insulation
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 24 Jan 2011 20:58:36 +0700
  ...AND, to boot this was an official WesLast year, I modified it to work inside after seeing the one that Mike Collum had which...
• Re: While replacing steering rack.....
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Mon, 28 Jun 2010 21:06:52 -0400
  ...I also plan to replace upper ball joints (ripped boots, tight joint so far), and the tie rod ends (ripped rubber), I already have...
• Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:55:38 +0000
  ...Just loosen the > > bolts(and replace the boots with the hardware kit that I'm sure you bought). > > And then press the piston backwards...
• High Idle Problem Fixed! (I hope)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Fri, 2 Jul 1999 11:48:27 -0700
  ...The camper now accelerates and decelerates smoothly, and runs much quieter to boot! I think there should probably be some kind of lock washer...
• Re: Darn Westy Skylight and 7 days of nonstop rain
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 24 Jun 2003 19:36:13 -0400
  ...Believe me or not, a year ago i installed a new >skylight, and vent seal/boot....i used plenty of >silicone on all the...
• Re: Target Compass
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 27 Jan 2007 15:54:42 -0500
  ...Very low tech but it works really well and is small to boot. Mike Jeff Oxroad wrote: > I was in a Target store the...
• Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:41:42 -0500
  ...In VA they'll fail > you for torn boots or worn bushings or a pit in the windshield. > > > john >
• Re: Tools defined (it's a Fryedaye thing...)
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Fri, 4 Nov 2005 14:40:39 -0800
  ...Theoretically useful as a sandwich tool for > spreading mayonnaise; used mainly for removing dog feces from your > boots. > > 14. E-Z OUT BOLT AND...
• Re: Phrydae Question: Who drives a TDI?
  Historical mailing list - Pete O
  Fri, 2 Nov 2012 15:34:05 -0400
  ...Needed tires - Bridgestone Ecotopia LLR >>> Minor maintenance repairs, rubber mounts, CV boots, a brake mount >>> pin.... >>> Total cost $13K so far. >>> >>> A must for...
• /syncro/ tires & wheels
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Fri, 24 Oct 1997 14:49:38 -0300
  ...Anyone? bye, Tim '87 Syncro Westy, with big boots PS: check the IMPEX webpage for Audi rims, $70 for what appear to be the...
• Re: idle surge diagnosis?
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Wed, 28 Oct 1998 06:39:10 EST
  ...Now reconnect the plug and pull back the >rubber >> boot. The adjustment is accessible, while the engine is running, >with a >> 2.5mm allen...
• Re: Bentley really sucks
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 2 May 1999 22:28:07 -0700
  ...As you all know why the Vanagon is a great package. > >The right rear outer CV joint boot is spitting grease. I want to...
• Buggered Fill Plug Game Plan (way long)
  Historical mailing list - Simon
  Sun, 22 Sep 2002 22:03:24 -0600
  ...prototype gear oil used in the VW38, and half water to boot! From there it was simple math to figure out how much I...
• Re: What size tool for CV joint removal?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 14 Dec 2004 20:14:14 -0600
  Lots of Boot kits come with new bolts and CV grease. Get your parts ordered and in hand and then you''ll know what...
• Re: Vanagon Newbie and inop electric windows
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 25 Oct 2010 15:57:21 -0400
  ...It's covered with a rubber boot which you'll have to split to get a good look. If the connection is broken in...
• Re: Restoration of 1991 Carat MT
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 1 Mar 2010 14:43:21 -0600
  Replace if needed - otherwise service your CV's, install new boots. When installing the new clutch and mating it to the engine - be advised...
• used vw parts
  Historical mailing list - rudi schafner
  Mon, 11 Mar 2002 19:29:32 -0800
  ...56" no brackets] $ 30.00 vanagon 85 overflow bootle$ 10.00 t-1 left outside mirror$ 10.00 t-2 rear hatch hine covers...
• Re: Didn't know there was two different CV joints.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 22 Dec 2004 18:55:26 -0600
  ...Didn't know there was two different CV joints. > Sounds like someone did a bootleg repair sometime back. > > Plain shafts should be around and...
• Re: CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 4 Apr 2006 21:57:20 -0500
  ...They seam it be of good quality, came with everything, >grease new socket head cap screws, boots and all. Now I have run into...
• Re: Road trip and mechanics litany of issues
  Historical mailing list - A. Hurley
  Thu, 29 May 2008 00:07:43 -0400
  ...has stain at weep hole >> >> Right ball joint bad, need upper boots >> >> >> >> So...estimate is about $1500, and recommend I don't go to...
• Re: Gas pedal push rod comes unseated
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 13:17:24 -0700
  ...But -- now here's an odd thought -- maybe some liquid water on the bottom of my stability boot froze to the pedal and when...
• Re: Westy foam replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 8 May 2016 23:25:55 -0700
  ...like it's wearing faster >> than it should though. >> Like rubber boots on ball joints, I do wonder about foam quality >> or lack there...
• Re: Shifter Adjustment Tips and Tricks requested
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 8 Apr 2009 20:40:47 -0400
  ...more leaks - water, oil or exhaust. > > New problem: > > New shift rod boots were installed. After hooking the shift rod back up, > shifting is crummy...
• Re: Bellingham, WA. VW auto show.David Marshall!!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 4 Jun 1998 07:37:41 -0700
  ...Todd Hill will be there with a >booth. If I can get out of yard work I'll be there too. It will be...
• Re: shifter bushing kit
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 22 Oct 2001 14:05:17 -0400
  ...I think VW fixed this problem later by covering this joint with a boot? The ball and socket at the tranny shaft is another...
• Re: AFM Capacitor fix
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Mon, 21 Jan 2002 11:16:26 -0700
  ...The caps fit under the > rubber boot OK. > > Higher voltage rating is good, if the package doesn't get too big > physically; gives an...
• Re: Searched archives. Missing CV bolt question
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 28 Aug 2006 09:06:02 -0500
  ...Rear CV shows only bolts. > > I have 4 new boot kits ready to install. > > Given that my van had some or all of these...
• Re: The Subtle Joys of Busdom
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 6 Feb 2007 11:24:22 -0700
  ...Especially the tattooed, pierced >> type with sh*t >> kicker boots. *Yow* >> >> Are VW buses really such chick magnets (pardon the >> expression, ladies) ? >> >> Sigh. Some...
• Re: Vanagon trivia
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:29:03 -0700
  ...westfalia > has the hump in the floor at the gear shift boot > and why my SO is always saying ... our van looks like a...
• Re: Vintage machines
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 21 Jan 2023 20:28:46 -0500
  ...Fingers crossed for good CV boots. Though. I may have a lead on some good ones. I’ll get back to everyone once I...
• Re: Boat On Bus
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:28:04 -0700
  ...nope, sorry, from now on I will be calling it "The Bootle Bumtrinket" > > > You sir need another gadget, namely a portable dolly. I recall...
• NEW T4 Heads (was: where to buy valve tools)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 4 Mar 1997 18:16:01 +0000
  ...And to boot, the "new" AMC Spanish heads (AMC is cast on bottom of rocker box) are a bad idea in stock form. This...
• Lobro CV Joint WARNING, more observations
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 19 Apr 1997 10:56:21 +0000
  ...Now the one with the missing ball had been previously opened and reassembled backwards to boot, so I thought nothing of it, just figured...
• Re: power steering rack
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Tue, 2 Mar 1999 10:03:41 -0500
  ...Well it appears we were wrong, my son found fluid dripping form both boots this morning and the noise is much worse. Rack is...
• Re: cheap vanagon doublecab on samba...
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 09:27:49 -0600
  ...I see that Larry Chase and Joy Hecht could booth have used a donor to tweak their vans before starting the road trips to...
• Re: Vanagon OEM tire report Yes, I am still using a 22 year old tire
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Thu, 7 Dec 2006 13:41:09 +0000
  ...One after the other, the >Michelins blew out.One at a blistering 65mph on rt 95( heading home from a >junkyard,full of booty...
• Re: leaks leaks and more leaks -
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 16:25:42 +0000
  ...The seals > on either > side of the rack,near the rubber boots will leak.Eventually they leak > profusely. PS fluid stop leak will not...
• Re: Subject: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:29:53 -0500
  ...Parts are available literally everywhere off the shelf (and usually on the cheap to boot.) Simple wiring harness - Only 7 wires to hook up...
• Re: An Introduction, an Interesting Project, and an Inquiry
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 5 Aug 2011 21:37:51 -0500
  ...We all loaded up, copilot beside me, two others lounging in the rear booth, and began first drive. It handled surprising well for being...
• Re: NO POLITICS ON THE LIST was: Crowded at the polls today
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 4 Nov 2008 20:05:05 -0800
  ...They're quiet. > >>> > > You hardly > >>> > notice them there in booth with you. > >>> > > > >>> > > With names like > >>> > Smith, Jones, Brown, Gonzales, Nakamoto, Chan, Begay, > >>> > > and others...
• Re: Van idle over winter
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 21 May 2011 11:16:10 -0700
  ...It >> >> sat in a paint booth since Halloween. It was started occasionally (so >> >> I've been told). >> >> >> >> Most years, I drive the van 12...
• Re: low rpm flat spot
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 10 Nov 94 21:01:44 CST
  ...especially the one about the rubber boot you mentioned! these are out on the gopher ... but if anyone isn't able to gopher-it...
• Litchfield show and Diesel Vanagon parts available
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Thu, 18 Jun 1998 17:31:40 -0400
  ...Got booted off the expressway almost immediately. (Sour toll official didn't think the John Anderson style "tire between the busses" tow connection counted...
• Re: Clutch Slave Piston Seal installation
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Mon, 19 Oct 1998 17:54:35 -0700
  ...the seals are available, solo, > > without the kit, which includes a boot and two wire fasteners? > > > > Please post public responses to this query. I...