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• Re: All This Talk About Inline VWConversions...
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Wed, 15 May 2013 19:03:20 +0000
  ...It looked just like any radiator cap you'd see on a piece of Detroit iron, which led me to think it was wrong...
• Re: Operation Gas Tank: '90 into an '85
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 4 Jun 2010 13:11:14 -0700
  ...I took that vanagon tank to my radiator shop. they didn't think there was anything really wrong with it, until finally after about...
• Re: Greetings Again & Overheat Help
  Historical mailing list - Frank E. Terhaar-Yonkers
  Fri, 19 Jul 1996 08:23:02 -0400
  I think you have a clogged radiator. Been there, done that. Take the rad to a shop and have it flow tested and "rodded...
• Re: REAR HEATER Repair/By-pass advice
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Mon, 21 Feb 2000 17:46:36 -0800
  ...coolant build-up >>around the bottom of the fins on the radiator unit. it appears to be >leaking >>around there and coming out of...
• Re: Expanshion Tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vieira
  Mon, 28 Oct 2002 09:25:54 -0800
  ...When the heater > is blowing cold, > that's a sign that there's no coolant in the > radiator. It's filled > with air. Remove...
• Re: Need info on bleeding - Air problems with Subaru
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Thu, 18 May 2006 08:43:45 -0700
  ...problem, and when she overheats, >>there�s definitely air in the radiator, but maybe that�s not the primary >>problem...? Why are you supposed...
• Re: 91 GL running hot all of the sudden
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 19:18:58 -0400
  ...91 GL running hot all of the sudden > You have a leak!!!! > > Also, the cooling system is connected to the AC so the radiator...
• Re: My R134a experience
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Thu, 7 Sep 2006 10:19:52 -0400
  I recently repaired an early 86 Vanagon Westy A/C system (see my previous posts about the radiator fan debacle). I found that the...
• Re: Radiator cardboard and its replacement
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:12:18 -0800
  ...2008 9:02 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Radiator cardboard and its replacement Thanks Evan. That sounds like a great solution...
• Re: Life of spare tire in clamshell
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 10 Mar 2021 12:13:18 -0500
  ...And all that blowby heat from radiator; no rubber wear, but many cycles of hot and cold, expanding and then shrinking back, a tough...
• Re: World parts Radiator Fan Solution.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 19 Oct 2017 10:21:06 -0400
  If the fan draws twenty amps at fourteen volts, that's 280 watts, which would give it an equivalent resistance while running of Ohms...
• Re: World parts Radiator Fan Solution. I made a mistake!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 19 Oct 2017 12:15:20 -0400
  > > apologize for the confusing I may have created. > For the later vans with AC the factory supplied resistor (251971284H) has > two resistors within. The...
• Re: How to spend $500 dealer credit in 40 days?
  Historical mailing list - pcking
  Sun, 19 Mar 2017 14:48:35 -0400
  ...suggest >> >> - brake components (rotors, pads, calipers, drums, brake booster etc etc) >> - radiator >> - A/C compressor >> - AFM (if they have it) >> - bunch of oil filters...
• Re: Used Radiator Inspection?
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Mon, 6 Jan 2014 13:43:35 -0800
  Go for it. Van Cafe may sell one in stainless. someone should . There are two versions in 2WD I believe. ..slightly confusing. I think...
• Re: Used Radiator Inspection?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 6 Jan 2014 16:38:11 -0800
  Interesting. Looks similar to the stamp on the heat exchange box behind dash. Good tips. Thanks. A manufacture and assembly date. As for a...
• Re: afordable alternatives RE: Radiator fan resistor
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 27 Jul 2013 14:48:31 -0700
  I was wondering the same thing. If the wire gauges in question were the same size or bigger as used on a brand x...
• Re: WAS Low Temp Radiator Thermo Switch "Better"?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 24 May 2012 20:27:33 -0400
  At 07:47 PM 5/24/2012, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >But I read here, frequently, that it's not a good idea. (This...
• Re: new gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:02:09 -0700
  ...I see these > listed, but I don't know anything about the vendors: > > Classic Radiator - on > eBay< > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1990-1991...
• VW of SA
  Historical mailing list - Kim
  Tue, 12 May 1998 17:36:41 EDT
  ...The radiator is also full body width (as opposed to be about a foot short on either end, like mine.) The Bus models feature...
• Re: temp head fix
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Thu, 31 Dec 1998 12:29:03 -0800
  ...What is it and >how does it work? Has anyone had any luck with other alternatives such >as radiator stop leak? I know these...
• An item no water cooled Vanagon should be without!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 4 May 1999 09:36:06 -0700
  ...It is a beautifully made petcock assembly that replaces the bolt "plug" on the top of the radiator that is so difficult to get...
• [VWJEF@aol.com: diesel van for sale]
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Mon, 31 May 1999 19:03:46 -0400
  ...new exhaust system(german), rebuilt injection pump, new water pump and radiator, new clutch, new front brake calipers and rotors and pads, new ball...
• Coolant Hoses
  Historical mailing list - John Koloski
  Tue, 12 Oct 1999 20:55:57 -0400
  ...Removed the spare tire, tightened the hose clamp, added coolant, bled the radiator, added more coolant, put the spare tire back. Everything's fine...
• Re: Heater Core replacement
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Thu, 9 Dec 1999 06:40:00 EST
  ...takes to bleed system, and should I also bleed from the radiator >bleeder valve? > >thanks in advance, >Joe F. >'87 Vanagon Syncro >"The White...
• Re: air cooled eng convert.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 20 Jul 2000 09:58:53 -0700
  ...Fitting a radiator and the related plumbing, plus heaters if you need them, would be an expensive nightmare. It would be easier to stick...
• Re: Low Engine Temps
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Fri, 1 Apr 2005 08:47:47 -0800
  Did you have the radiator replaced or rehabilitated? Makes me wonder if maybe you didn't have another underlying problem with the 'variety of...
• Re: The ole head dilema
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Sat, 3 Mar 2007 12:18:47 -0500
  ...They work, and they don't clog up your radiator--unless you use the kind that doesn't mix with coolant, in which case...
• AC 3rd speed fan wiring
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 19:53:51 -0500
  ...The only part I'm interested in is the 3rd speed radiator condenser fan and which wire triggers it. I'm going to be...
• Re: Vanagon front sheet metal--tie bars structural?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:21:44 -0800
  ...my question refers to the vertical > bars that are welded between the bumper structure and the horizontal > reinforced panel mid-radiator height. If one...
• Re: AC converted to 134
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Wed, 20 Jul 2005 10:55:46 -0700
  ...In fact, if you install a larger, or more efficient, condenser up front the van *will run hotter*, since the air reaching the radiator...
• RE: '87 Wf overheated on fwy; tank dry
  Historical mailing list - Tom Brunson
  Mon, 30 Jun 97 00:23:15 UT
  ...5) Clogged radiator (or blocked airflow through radiator / condensor) 6) Blown fuse (30A S1) - the high speed uses a different 50A fuse 7) Head...
• Re: Vanagon gasket leaks [2]
  Historical mailing list - Fred Younger
  Mon, 15 Mar 1999 15:53:53 -0600
  ...One suggestion to supplement what the Bentley manual says -- when you're filling the expansion tank & waiting for the radiator bleed valve to spit...
• Re: Mystery Bentley coolant drain instructions
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 28 May 1998 07:35:36 -0700
  ...Remove the lower radiator hose and drain >the rest of the coolant. Reinstall the hose. Put right cylinder head sheild >and drain plug back...
• Re: LED to tell when fan is on.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Brune
  Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:10:20 -0800
  ...Last spring when I replaced my radiator in my 83 diesel, I went with the newer Alum. It seemed very strong, and looked just...
• Coolant Hoses
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 09:58:15 -0700
  ...bucks. ~~~~:(!#$%!@ > > Ironically, NAPA sells the hoses going to and from the radiator for > the expected price. Go there, because the trip is worth the...
• Re: Coolant Question
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Tue, 5 Sep 2000 23:56:28 EDT
  ...on my 1983.5 Vanagon radiator the bleeder bolt on the top passenger side (USA) is just a bolt--a regular bolt. I even...
• Re: Temperature guage
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 8 Apr 2001 22:56:37 -0500
  ...I > changed out the radiator fan switch with the lower temperature rated one, > but that had no effect on where the gauge sits or...
• Re: power source for new "air" horn advice on power source
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Sat, 20 Jun 2020 15:46:23 -0700
  ...Mark Edward Barger wrote: > Think I am on the correct path just got hung up with the baffle around the radiator and how to...
• Re: Red/wht wire from battery
  Historical mailing list - Mbob1950
  Sun, 13 Aug 2017 20:38:36 -0500
  ...C has a dedicated wire run from the battery to the radiator fan high speed relay. > > Mark > > > Mbob1950 wrote: >> I've got a 86...
• Re: Temp high, no fan ...
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sat, 21 Jan 2017 22:53:07 -0800
  ...short it at the plug of the temp switch of the radiator, it works. > Although the second stage I could not make work the...
• Re: '86 Electrical Ground Locations (Cleaning Grounds)
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 22:22:15 -0500
  ...Half of dash problem are related to bad ground, including the radiator fan, it's hooked over there, also the heater blower is there...
• water pipelines
  Historical mailing list - William A. McKinley
  22 Jul 96 12:44:22 EDT
  ...But don't forget to add into the equasion the heat lost while the coolant travels to the radiator. I also think that VW...
• New way to bleed wasserboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sun, 13 Apr 1997 09:32:50 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Ran the >engine and revved it up several times to make sure bubbles got circulated. >Then I opened the bleeder screw on the radiator...
• Re: Westi's and towing small boats
  Historical mailing list - Richard Schmittdiel
  Wed, 05 Feb 1997 17:09:49 -0800
  ...On the steepest grades, going sloooowly in 2nd gear, I use my manual radiator fan switch plus both inside heaters on high, and that...
• Temperature needle low: thermostat or sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Lionel Tun
  Thu, 23 Jan 1997 21:23:02 -0000
  ...Can I assume this was just due to an air bubble which has burped itself out - the radiator bleed screw lets out coolant. Secondly...
• Das Boot still won't crank--latest update
  Historical mailing list - Scott Hall
  Thu, 21 Jan 1999 03:14:55 -0600
  ...Engine was on the warm side, radiator fan running. I will check relays, as well. Any other ideas? Advice? Encouragement?? Thanks Dan Hall '86...
• FS: 87 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Dave Katsuki
  Sat, 14 Aug 1999 22:10:01 -0400
  ...leaking. Engine compression all within range and engine runs very smoothly. Radiator replaced about 5,000 miles ago. New air flow meter (about 2000...
• Re: air vents
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Thu, 6 Jun 2002 20:18:51 -0500
  ...It's up above the spare tire compartment and behind the radiator. Drop the tire and look up and you'll see it. Oh...
• Re: Coolant Pipe repair
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Thu, 7 Nov 2013 16:03:25 -0800
  ...about to change out the two large hoses that feed the radiator and > noticed that where the return hose clamps to the return straight...
• Re: Need a gasket
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Fri, 19 Oct 2007 20:58:47 -0700
  ...If there are any pockets of air lurkin in yer > hookah they will collect at the radiator bleed bolt tube. You can > crack open...
• head-aches
  Historical mailing list - Richards, Andrew
  Wed, 30 May 2007 15:41:36 -0700
  ...I need to find a new mechanic? I've replaced the radiator, water pump, fan temp switch, and thermostat all in the last three...
• Re: air bleeding
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 3 Jan 2008 14:05:51 -0500
  ...With the engine warm, just crack the bleed bolt on the top passenger side of the radiator. 13 mm wrench. After the air is...
• Re: Don't cry for me Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 15 Oct 2008 22:10:59 -0400
  ...This statement was made by Rover to all manufacturers of radiator sealants, as it was considered that these 2 models could suffer a malfunction...
• Coolant Flow Issue
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 23 Oct 2008 21:32:25 -0700
  ...manner. I'm seeing higher than usual temperatures at idle lately. Radiator, hoses, thermostat are less than 3 years old, changed with the engine...
• Re: Idle Issues with my 2.1 engine
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Fri, 3 Apr 2020 08:55:54 -0400
  ...We also changed out the radiator pipes. The van has ran perfect for 20k miles, since 2006. This is the first hic-up since...
• Re: How I filled 1.9 with coolant, was; Roadside BREAKDOWN...Water Pump Belt
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 7 Nov 2009 02:06:08 -0500
  ...Air comes out at the hose you fill, at the pipe you releasing it > at, > and at the radiator bolt that's open until...
• Fw: Re: hoses vs. pipes
  Historical mailing list - David Clark
  Sat, 20 Nov 1999 20:29:37 -0000
  ...pipes > At 07:58 AM 11/19/1999 -0500, you wrote: > >Dear All, > > > >Two kind listees have suggested that gates "Red" radiator hose is...
• Re: Another unique camper opportunity (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 8 May 2015 18:24:12 -0700
  ...I'd like to see >> where they stuff the radiator. >> >> >> >> Stuart >
• Re: What vanagon items did Santa bring you?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Fri, 26 Dec 2014 07:13:07 -0500
  ...brought me one of those ultra-cool Van Cafe stainless steel radiator expansion tanks to replace the old, leaking plastic one > Merry Christmas > Mike...
• Re: '84 Westy: Does Air Conditioner Boost Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 26 Jul 2011 20:21:18 -0700
  ...That same relay (I believe) also activates the radiator fan as well. With the Power Steering, there is a sensor in the lines that...