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• aerodynamics: kinetically induced noise due to boundary layer separation
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 01 Aug 94 09:01:53 CDT
  ...had to go through a toll-tunnel in mobile (way back when) and the cretin in the toll-booth tried to charge me a...
• Re: leaking power steering?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 07:47:33 -0600
  ...found drops of a red fluid > on > > both of the rubber boots on the front axle, and 2 small puddles on the > ground. > > I...
• Re: 1985 Vanagon 1.9l Digijet No Start
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 8 Nov 2022 22:38:38 -0500
  ...Make sure the electrical connection is secure. > > Make sure that the S-shaped boot from the box that connects the airflow > meter to the...
• Re: E-Code Lights
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 18:38:02 -0800
  ...about $270 without the bulbs (about $8 each) or the rubber boot that protect the connections from rain (cost unknown yet). (Thus the estimate...
• Re: Propex alternative?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 4 Nov 2013 17:53:49 -0800
  ...sweater and put on my down booties, if I am > planning on staying in...I have Ugg boots for outside...A ski hat, > too...
• Re: Coach Net roadside services
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 1 Mar 2015 10:03:45 -0500
  ...My AAA > membership is up the end of March and I'll bve giving them the boot too. > > ----- Original Message ----- > > The towing plan for...
• Sociolinguism of Type II Owners and the WWW: CFP
  Historical mailing list - Joe Clark
  Tue, 4 Apr 1995 02:26:18 -0400 (EDT)
  ...The Conference will also feature technical displays and demonstrations by a crowd of grinning, shark-like individuals crammed into curtained booths in a poorly...
• Radio interferance and Intermittant Power Loss
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Thu, 3 Oct 2002 08:41:49 -0700
  ...Just make sure that you get the correct terminal for the spark plug boot. There's more, but just search the archives under my...
• Re: LVC: FRIDAY!!! Barefoot Driving.
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 7 Dec 2007 01:02:18 -0800
  ...Robert > > 1982 Westfalia > > Wearing a heavy pair of cast bronze divers > boots.. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > --- craig cowan <phishman068@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > > Well ladies and gentleman, some time...
• Re: As my oldest leaves for africa NVC
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 11:22:31 -0600
  ...Many, many years ago my first trip away from home - serious trip - without parental supervision - was to boot camp in the Navy. Near the...
• Re: Front CV's on a syncro- Van-Again response
  Historical mailing list - ANTONY MARSH
  Fri, 18 May 2012 12:25:40 -0400
  ...Vanagain.com. >> >> The Lobro front outer CV boots are crazy thick, almost plasticy. They're a >> bit of a struggle to get on, but...
• Re: Help w/2.1 What am i missing?
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Mon, 8 Jun 2009 21:23:11 -0400
  ...pull the relay for the fuel pump and spray some ether in the intake boot after the afm. jonathan On Mon, 8 Jun 2009...
• Re: Just back from the mechanic, HELP!!
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 8 May 2000 19:25:20 -0500
  ...This you can easily do yourself in an evening - or buy a reman axle, with 2 new boots and CV's - for about $150...
• Re: If it's not broken don't fix it? Odometer & CV joints
  Historical mailing list - Data Services
  Fri, 28 Dec 2001 23:24:57 -0500
  ...No bumps or noises, just boots without > clamps at the small end on the tranny side. After 140,000 miles they > probably could benefit...
• Re: Pop top canvas repair
  Historical mailing list - Katherine Lee
  Sat, 1 Jun 2002 15:19:03 -0700
  ...My partner puts beeswax onto his hiking boots and it changes the colour and the texture quite noticeably. Also, I'm not sure how...
• Re: Danger from the cold
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 17 Jan 2004 21:12:34 -0600
  ...And never, ever made a "quick run downtown" without my coat, hat, mitts, and boots. I would simply never take the chance. And you...
• Re: 4th gear finally died (far from home)
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 5 Sep 2014 11:09:41 -1000
  ...wherever things touch, move, slide, pivot etc...staring at the while plastic parts under the shift boot in the cockpit ...to every spot that...
• I'm not a happy Bushrat.
  Historical mailing list - P.J. Kenny
  Mon, 13 Feb 1995 23:36:31 GMT
  ...While I was under the Transporter I found that the front passenger-side CV boot has split completely. My local-friendly-neighbourhood-garage didn...
• Re: Franklin Mint Microbus
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Tue, 18 Apr 1995 12:13:51 -0700
  ...never seen a model this good at any of the toy booths. Although I have a '65 21-window, mine was originally the sealing...
• Re: Best grease to use for CVs
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 23:16:13 +0100
  ...I > especially do not > >want to degrade the boots by using the wrong lube. > > Use CV-joint grease -- it's very special (nasty) stuff...
• Recent Maintenance Accomplished
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 5 May 2009 20:10:30 -0500
  ...I also inspect the boots on the CV's regularly and replace any that are damaged. . If any gets a tear, the least bit...
• Re: True Grit---
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 26 May 2002 23:59:05 -0500
  ...July 2001 New Tie Rod ends March 2001 New Steering Rack Boots and re-lubrication July 2001 VDO instruments added, Oil Temp, Cylinder head...
• Re: Vanagon Musings
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Thu, 10 Nov 2005 07:11:12 -0800
  ...Install new > > > > front spindle locking nuts.( parts from Ken at > > > Vanagain.com) > > > > > > 6) CV Bearings > > > _Action: _Inject CV grease into boots under boot > edge...
• FW: [vanagon] Alert: Possible FRAUD
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Tue, 11 Jan 2000 09:08:47 -0500
  ...We think these three email > addresses are associated with Leach: > > rubberbus@aol.com > vwbusnut@aol.com > bootsandsaddles@aol.com > > I've been told there...
• for sale: 82 vanagon w/ 2.0L Inline 16V motor
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Dec 2003 16:28:22 EST
  ...located near San Diego,CA Any questions please feel free to call Matt at 484-955-3232 or e-mail at bootarm@yahoo.com _______
• Re: Sliding Door stubborn
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Mon, 7 Aug 2006 09:54:53 -0600
  ...As I recall, there is some > "bootsrap" issue in removing the panel where the door must open to > get the panel off in the...
• Re: Aux Air Valve becoming available as reman
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 21 Jun 2007 12:20:30 -0700
  ...hose from "S" > boot allows metered air to pass to the aux air regulator which then allows > this air to pass into the air...
• Re: Cleaning up CV joint for spare
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Sun, 26 Jul 2015 10:50:06 -0700
  ...new bolts, a tool, some moly grease, and one spare (used) boot. It's been years since I fiddled with CV joints and I...
• Re: roof rack vs. trailer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 8 Jan 2012 20:51:41 -0500
  ...pay a toll.. >and the people that work in the toll booths.. >breathing all that exhaust .. >now that is DUMB and very Dysfunctional ! > >you...
• Radiator cooling fan - stuck ON!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Tue, 1 Jun 2010 10:22:48 -0700
  ...The radiator was cool to the touch and the connector plug boot does not appear to have been infiltrated by the rain water. Simple...
• Has anyone saved a burnt engine?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 3 Mar 2003 11:59:36 -0800
  ...Since the engine case itself never ignited, but the components above it did, the rubber intake boot for example, then this air layer would...
• Re: I Have Some A/C Questions, Too
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:52:26 -0400
  ...FYI, just in case, there's a mom & pop VW shop off of Oceana Blvd near the intersection of Oceana and General Booth Blvd...
• Re: Hello-and- suggested first steps for a new owner?
  Historical mailing list - Roberto Munoz
  Sat, 23 Aug 2003 16:29:46 -0400
  ...6) CV Joint Bearings and Boots. I would make sure these are in good condition. If you have a torn boot, then you prol...
• /f? Vanagon in Song Lyrics
  Historical mailing list
  22 Nov 96 06:52:12 PST
  ...Vanagon pulled up last night God-awful rude and noisy Jack- boot impressions everywhere they go They're never quiet and coy, see These...
• Re: Need advice on replacing accelerator pedal
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Wed, 21 Aug 2002 22:32:41 -0500
  ...Near the auto >transmission my cable is rusty and corroded because the boot that >covers it has pulled away from its attachment point. When...
• Re: Begging for advice(semi OT)
  Historical mailing list - G.M.Bulley
  Sun, 2 Feb 2003 15:44:23 -0500
  ...Also >had the air plenum off so maybe a vacuum line is dangling somewhere, but >as tight as the spark plug boots are fitting...
• Re: Fluid leaking from underdash
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 8 Jan 2004 21:51:17 -0600
  ...It's leaking > from a boot on I can feel above > the pedal cluster. Is this the clutch master cylinder? Any tips for > replacing...
• Re: Tranny end shift lever issue and fix
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Thu, 18 May 2017 23:38:42 -0700
  ...Maybe use a different material than aluminum and maybe make the design better at holding the rubber boot. Alistair
• Re: Mike B's Method For Removing Outer CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:00:12 -0700
  I put my van on stands and hit each allen head with my power washer, being careful to not hit the boots, though all...
• Re: Power steering rack leak
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 07:39:22 -0700
  Hi Jack (and list), My plan exactly, in fact I have the reman rack in the garage now, it came with new boots and...
• Re: Westy vs. Sprinter, Fulltiming
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 7 May 2009 10:57:57 -0700
  ...See how smart SpamGuard is at giving junk email the boot with the All-new Yahoo! Mail. Click on Options in Mail and switch...
• Re: 87GL, Cold Engine Problem
  Historical mailing list - Brad Snyder
  Tue, 6 Jun 2000 12:46:04 -0400
  ...When I pulled the rubber boot back off of it, I saw that the grounded shield conductors were touching the main conductor. That made...
• Re: Friday Topic: My Vanagon Accessories
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 9 Nov 2002 13:56:52 +1300
  ...to white-faced selectable-color LED-backlit x door-wiring rubber boots (pair) ?fuel-filler: modify to remote electric or cable-opened flap (trimmed...
• Re: How do you get a gremlin out of a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - whaslup
  Wed, 5 Dec 2007 21:53:29 -0500
  ...The Vanagon fit the bill and was a VW to boot! When I saw the van, I fell in love with it...even though...
• Re: E-Code Headlights
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:01:57 -0800
  ...Remember you also need more than just the light shells for the european lights.� You also need the weather boot for the back, park...
• Re: Vintage machines
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 21 Jan 2023 17:35:18 -0800
  ...Even metal evaporation tanks and now even replacement alternators and starters that folks report are good. > > Fingers crossed for good CV boots. > > Though. I...
• Re: Tires, Parts, Etc.
  Historical mailing list - Laura Mangan
  Thu, 25 May 2017 09:37:31 -0400
  ...the mechanic says passenger tires are 4 ply and i need 6 ply The rubber boot on the tie rod is also falling off...
• Re: rebuilding front suspension
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 27 Sep 2013 12:48:56 -0500
  ...If you replace > > the upper ball joints, have a look and see if they have enough grease. > > IIRC, the boot is held on by...
• Re: Help, 85 shifting problems
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Sep 1996 22:00:56 -0500
  ...All my boots have deteriorated and I'll have to face that issue when I get the courage to dismantle the connection at the...
• Re: Parts request and a recommendation for Fast Forward
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 07:30:21 -0500
  ...Rubber boots to seal the H4 connection to the rectangular headlamps. > > > >The last I heard from him was Dec 23rd. The above items were...
• Re: Parts Place preys on "customers"(longish)
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Bulley
  Tue, 25 Jul 2000 13:33:57 -0400
  ...Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 artless base-court apple-john bawdy bat-fowling baggage beslubbering beef-witted barnacle bootless beetle-headed bladder churlish...
• Re: 81 Air Cooled,CV axle replacement, conversation
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sun, 12 Dec 2004 14:30:45 -0600
  ...The joints certainly have gone way too long without repacking ><head held down low> even tho the boots are just fine, so I am...
• Fuel issues/troubleshooting/stupidity (a little long but pretty good)
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:29:45 -0400
  ...Mama is NOT happy but luckily, the conversion from seat to bed and two new pairs of boots she bought keeps her somewhat calm...
• Re: Auto trans interchangablibilty
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:40:20 -0600
  ...My source is Dr Booth from the Mercedes diesel list I used to belong to. We were discussing diesel engines and he quoted the...
• Re: While replacing steering rack.....
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:46:42 -0700
  ...I also plan > to > replace upper ball joints (ripped boots, tight joint so far), and the tie > rod ends (ripped rubber), I already have...
• wonderwagon friday funny
  Historical mailing list - D.Belick
  Thu, 24 Jul 1997 21:00:55 -0700
  ...his van, >> demolishing the rear end(and the subaru motor to boot). >> >> The guy jumps out, and be damned if it isn't the...
• Re: Exaust Woes- REVISITED
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 10:49:36 -0400
  ...The other thing is the CV boots need a little love. > > My fingers are crossed and my face smiling. > > For all those that helped...
• Re: Coach Net roadside services
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 1 Mar 2015 09:04:25 -0600
  ...My AAA > membership is up the end of March and I'll bve giving them the boot too. > > ----- Original Message ----- > > The towing plan for...
• Re: Help with my rear squirter, Oops, that doesn't sound good
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Tue, 10 Jun 2014 08:27:11 -0700
  ...I cut off the brittle parts of the tubing (it seems to stiffen in the boot, perhaps an incompatibility with the rubber) square, there...
• Thank you!, 70 single-cab saga...
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Feb 1995 14:22:31 -0800
  ...I've got 4 new CV boots, 4 new CV joints and another $500 on the credit card this morning, but the axles are...