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• a question or two..
  Historical mailing list - Charlie Callahan
  Fri, 22 Mar 1996 02:13:19 +0000
  ...Burping the Radiator; I looked at the faq's, but still not clear how the debubbling process is accomplished. Annoying Heater Cable Snap: One...
• Re: help!:bypassing rear heater
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 09:13:27 -0800
  ...coolant to return to the engine before going forward to the radiator; that's why I capped each off instead. Bill -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: Corvair and Porsche 914 Engines (Was: Towing!!!)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 16 May 2001 13:44:47 -0400
  ...There are a ton of engine swap possibilities but the Corvair and 914 engines wouldn't require radiator work. Keep in mind that the...
• Re: 80 d Thermostat rocks/ brings up question
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 01:42:05 EDT
  ...thermostat, isn't that a symptom of another problem--poorly functioning radiator or water pump possilby? It seems that the normal thermostat, which I...
• '87 GL passenger van parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Birkenfeld Jeff
  Mon, 24 Mar 2003 15:16:32 -0600
  ...good condition=$30, front lower grill-good condition=$20, A/C radiator fan=$40, spare tire carrier=$15, steering column cover=$10, engine components...
• Re: Charging or not?
  Historical mailing list - Shannon Mitchell
  Sun, 12 Oct 2003 09:38:24 -0400
  ...We put in a new radiator yesterday and that went fine. The battery was low again. It's a brand new battery. When the...
• Parts for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Tue, 3 Feb 2004 18:19:44 -0500
  ...working shape:</DIV> <DIV class=RTE>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV class=RTE>Radiator fan (accepts a/c)</DIV> <DIV class=RTE>Front heater core (no...
• Re: Brake line corrosion - repair?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Sun, 15 Aug 2004 23:54:10 -0400
  ...On Sun, 15 Aug 2004, Barry Muller wrote: > While replacing the radiator on my '91 Carat, I > noticed one of the brake lines is...
• cross application: Golf to Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Sutton
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 22:58:08 -0400
  ...She still drives it fine, so apperantly the radiator's still good. She has to get rid of it, though, and I wonder if...
• Re: Will an early Subaru engine fit the Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 14 Nov 2007 20:20:15 -0800
  ...KEP from Mastercraft) , was $1137.94 When you include a new radiator (my helper over torqued the bleed bolt and cracked it), oil psi...
• No emergencies anymore, (longish) was: emerg. repairs/solutions
  Historical mailing list - Bulley-Hewlett & Associates
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 21:41:41 -0400
  ...on my Jetta TD, the top radiator hose needs replacing. Costs $79 for a new top hose. But the deal is, ALL of the...
• Re: Recommendations, anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 9 Jul 2012 21:21:54 -0700
  ...I would prioritize > replacing a radiator before replacing "all coolant lines" and the radiator > is a lot cheaper. > > Fuel lines are another matter. Yes...
• Re: cooling system hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:41:16 -0700
  ...my cooling system revamped with a new radiator, water pump, stainless steel pipes to the radiator, and many new hoses. Since then I can...
• Re: Wondering about coolant physics
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 1 Jan 2016 13:17:29 -0500
  ...I would also need to find or make a suitable fitting to attach to the top of the radiator (banjo bolt?). Maybe some day...
• Re: heads leaking
  Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 21:26:14 -0500
  Rick I ran mine for 2 years with a leaky rear heater core and radiator (the heads had already been done with the JB...
• Re: AC and engine temps
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 24 Jul 1998 14:32:40 EDT
  ...Increase cooling area on the radiator, increase the flow through the radiator (Anyone who has seen/felt the fan on their vanagon on HIGH...
• Re: Fix or replace? - was Surface Rust on Gas Tank (with pics)
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 13 Mar 2011 15:47:39 -0700
  ...If you have questions about the fuel tank or the radiator or the brake bleeder components or anything (is it a pain in the...
• Re: LED to tell when fan is on.
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:21:47 -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...
• Re: To use Bars Leaks or not.....
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:29:27 -0700
  ...1) My 1983 diesel Vanagon has a small leak in the radiator. I put in a tube (or two?) of Bars Leak, and it...
• Re: Can I drain coolant from someplace more accessible?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 11 Apr 2010 09:58:52 -0700
  ...Scott Daniel - Turbovans > <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > > > just undo the bottom radiator hoses and catch all that coolant. > > no need to go near the...
• My new radiator
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 29 Apr 1995 17:34:23 -0700 (PDT)
  Got my re-cored rad back from the shop yesterday, (only cost Can$235, not the quoted Can$275). Re-installed it this morning...
• 85 Vanagon for sale
  Historical mailing list - Judith Barr / Leo Girard
  Thu, 26 Feb 1998 16:47:02 -0500
  ...average good running good interior (blue) less than beautiful ext Strengths new OEM radiator -1993 new OEM gas tank-1992 double weather sealed on...
• HELP-HEADS NEEDED ASAP
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 29 Aug 1999 02:17:21 EDT
  ...as a result of engine overheating caused by a ruptured lower radiator hose. My 86 Syncro was left in the capable hands of my...
• Weep No More For Me
  Historical mailing list - The Gunnings
  Wed, 12 Jul 2000 09:14:53 -0400
  ...strain on the waterpump to push coolant uphill to the front radiator. One of the first things a Vanagon owner might learn is the...
• Re: Coolant Leaking, ok to drive?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 11 Apr 2003 07:29:21 -0400
  ...Eric shawn luft wrote: > Hello > > I recently purchased a nice little '86 Camper GL, however I see there is > small drops of radiator coolant...
• Re: Rad fan--2 or 3 wire???stumped
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 28 Apr 2003 16:51:09 -0700
  ...I checked out Ken W's procedure at vanagain(jumpering at radiator sensor > with 3 connection plug). > Yes--the hi/loud speed terminal will...
• Running VERY HOT 91 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Fri, 27 Jun 2003 08:02:41 -0700
  ...Red light came on today with the outside temp about 95. Radiator fan works normally. Rebuilt engine 20 k ago. Rats. Mike __________________________________ Do you...
• Re: Vanagon Crash Pix
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:24:11 -0400
  ...The radiator was history too and spilled its guts at the scene. I was pretty amazed, having always wondered about the van's structural...
• Re: head gasket problem ?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 22 Sep 2001 11:35:31 -0500
  ...The radiator, the plumbing, the engine, the pump, the expansion tank. All full. In addition, if all is operating properly, the overflow tank should...
• Re: Great Vanagon Alternative
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:51:21 -0800
  ...The motor and tranny will be strong; the A/C will work, also the radiator. It readily fits into my small garage. It will...
• Re: LED to tell when fan is on.
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:03:41 -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...
• Re: help identifying send/return in '85 at cooling system
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:53:38 -0600
  ...of the coolant line goes to, and which leads from, the > radiator: > > > https://plus.google.com/photos/102518249556756332560/albums/5688115749253191233/5688115750142244610 > > This is an...
• Re: Coolant filter
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:09:51 -0700
  ...consider installing one is in a bypass circuit where a > plugged filter cannot restrict the flow of coolant through the engine > and radiator. > > Mike
• Re: Van-Cafe = Awesome!
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:45:14 -0500
  just got my new radiator from them last week, the install went smooth and I appreciate the lagniappe <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagniappe...
• Re: 12v Crock Pot
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 3 May 2010 17:49:26 -0500
  ...front of a jeep with a little steam drifting from the radiator. One of the guys was saying, "run it up the hill again...
• Re: Where's my fuel tank leaking from?!
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 13:34:33 -0400
  ...it _will_ get better! > > I ordered a new propane tank and radiator yesterday. I may need to > order a new fuel tank, too. > > I...
• Re: My overflow tank is full of oil!!!
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:21:09 -0500
  ...sister tried to put a > quart of 10-40 in her radiator once, but it didn't fit, which puzzled > her. The shop she...
• Re: Oil cooler
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Wed, 14 Oct 1998 23:15:47 EDT
  ...and the oil filter which >pumped= > the oil to a small radiator mounted underneath up front by the >spare= > tire. In addition to cooling...
• Re: A/C repair $ticker $hock - not "urgent," but "pressing"
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Thu, 19 Aug 1999 11:17:40 -0700
  ...Ouch! > >I just got off the phone with the guy from the radiator shop. He said I need >the following: > >compressor shaft seal >receiver...
• pwr steering lines
  Historical mailing list - James Ruch
  Sun, 8 Aug 1999 08:55:28 PDT
  ...into the existing pressure hoses and clamp them with heavy duty radiator clamps (the common ring type with the tightening screw/nut). My van...
• Re: [vanagon] High temp light vs. low coolant light
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 12:48:32 -0700
  ...load) on logging roads is a sign of an partially fouled radiator. I experienced similar symptoms in my van about 4 years ago and...
• I got rear ended
  Historical mailing list - Blake C. Thornton
  Mon, 7 Feb 2000 11:46:10 -0700
  ...And, at least the other guys 4-runner got a broken radiator and he couldn't drive off. I guess he ruined his day...
• Re: Woofer Reccomendations
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Mon, 3 Feb 2003 22:29:57 -0800
  ...10" woofer and 10" passive radiator Class D 200-watt amplifier wired volume control with 16-foot cable frequency response 20-120 Hz low...
• 84-ish parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rule
  Sat, 12 Mar 2005 08:37:04 -0800
  ...unused- $35 headlite bucket/ bracket pair - $40 front grills - headlite: $40, radiator: $15 turn signal lenses: $10 each overflow cap (new) $1 Westy water...
• Re: Comments on the Oil Cooler Upgrade Issue
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sat, 19 Nov 2005 09:08:41 -0500
  ...So you think the heat exchanger is maxed out? I was toying with the idea of adding a radiator, like the heater under the...
• Re: Wonky temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Mon, 4 May 2015 17:33:52 -0700
  ...I even patched a buddies radiator with it, and it's still working after 2 months... Cheers, Jeff -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Re: QT Video of New Microbus From Germany
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 2 Mar 2006 16:27:11 -0800
  ...Everything from not having enough room anywhere for an engine, transmission, and radiator (or batteries and drive-motors, even); to "magic" tables, awnings, and...
• Re: Changing Rad Fan Switch and Temp II sensor, temp sender this weekend, anything I should know?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 7 Mar 2006 19:26:45 -0500
  ...The radiator switch is straight forward. Not sure of the socket size, but it is a deep socket.Channel lock plyers can be used...
• Re: Running too cool
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Sun, 9 Mar 2003 20:45:49 -0800
  ...except when a hose to the radiator was loose.. and after I tightened it returned to never above the midpoint... we get a lot...
• Re: It's cold out there (Even in Florida)
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Wed, 3 Jan 2018 16:24:20 -0600
  ...dryer vent running from > the rear blower out the side window (radiator experimenting). I was > measuring 180F at the window at that time. > > Yrs...
• Replacing Thermostat... and gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Mon, 7 Sep 2015 18:49:39 -0600
  ...as high as possible to reduce what would drain from the radiator? Does this make sense? or should I just drain the system & start...
• Re: Sun visor clips?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 28 Jul 2013 11:15:26 -0600
  ...Whether front axles, rear axles, CV joints, radiator fan resistors, clutch slave cylinders, window cranks etc. I find a use for them out on...
• Re: Radiator Fan
  Historical mailing list - Craig Standley
  Wed, 27 May 1998 10:53:09 -0700
  Just wire in a manual switch. When the temp gets to a certain point, flip the switch. I don't know much about the...
• Re: BYOP (Bring Your Own Parts)
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Feddish
  Tue, 25 Aug 1998 14:34:27 -0400
  ...Bryan (BTW, my old mechanic, retired now, let me supply everything from distributor caps to used radiators...)
• Overheating problem
  Historical mailing list - Wade Shen
  Sat, 30 Jun 2001 09:34:31 -0400
  ...I suspected that the radiator fan wasn't functioning properly, but I and my mechanic both notice that it cycles when the thermoswitch(es...
• 1990 passenger Vanagon FS
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 06:53:03 -0700
  ...The shop cleaned it up by installing a new engine, MANY new hoses for AC and radiator/engine alike. I drove it yesterday and...
• Re: Expanshion Tank cap
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Tue, 29 Oct 2002 12:55:16 -0800
  ...I've been told it could be the radiator or combustion gases slipping past the seals (but why would the air pressure test show...
• Re: Rad fan--2 or 3 wire???stumped
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Tue, 29 Apr 2003 20:15:41 -0700
  ...I have photos of both fans and motors here: <http://home.earthlink.net/~tjhannink/photos/RadiatorFanOld-New.jpg> ===== TJ Hannink Goldibox - 1987 Vanagon Camper...
• Re: Brazil new buses. was Re: Buying a VW and picking it up at the factory in Germany:
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 30 Nov 2004 14:15:14 -0700
  ...The base model comes with an air cooled engine and a diesel was also available, with an ugly-duct-taped-on- looking radiator on...
• question for engine conversionists and thanks for the advice on the door handle!
  Historical mailing list - Weibel, Pius
  Wed, 15 Mar 2006 15:53:21 -0600
  ...attached to the 2 large diameter hoses that go to the radiator at the vanagon front. I estimate that the outside diameter on the...