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• Re: making friends with tailgaters
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Oct 1995 07:18:01 -0700 (PDT)
  ...brakes to get them off his butt. Their lawyer is saying "He only brought the gun out to intimidate him, and then it 'discharged...
• Re: Guage CLuster
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Tue, 18 Jul 2006 18:33:18 -0400
  ...on the rear edge), remove the plastic brake fluid drip tray, remove the 4 phillips screws, disconnect the plug and you should be good...
• Looking for 15" VW Bus Rims and tires
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Sun, 12 Aug 2007 20:30:09 +0000
  ...It was all done over a month ago, but the customer decided he wanted front disc brakes. I ordered them from Airkewld.com and...
• RE: Upgraded Brakes Bus/Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 31 Mar 97 05:09:46 UT
  I would not consider 914 Brakes to be an upgrade for a Vanagon. Although there may be some clamping force advantage, there is no...
• Re: Handling + Stopping?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 26 Jun 2003 09:42:31 +1200
  ...not good. >IMHO there are two main >benefits to rear disc brakes: they're easier to service A major gain! >and they look >better...
• Re: Setting E-brake causes adjuster to adjust? Hot Drums.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 22 May 2016 20:14:52 -0700
  ...Disc brakes drag all > > the time. Keep in mind that when you do use the brakes, it takes some > > time for the heat at...
• Re: Brake Fade-wheel cylinder pull back!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:46:48 -0700
  ...my rear brakes and found one cylinder leaking. In a > hurry, got 2 cylinders from FLAPS and put them both on. Discovered > this terrible...
• Looking for a set of 15" factory rims for 66 VW Bus
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Sun, 12 Aug 2007 20:32:18 +0000
  ...It was all done over a month ago, but the customer decided he wanted front disc brakes. I ordered them from Airkewld.com and...
• Re: What do Vanagon drivers ride?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Tue, 11 Feb 2003 10:36:03 EST
  The 'loading your motorcycle into the van' discussion reminds me of when I transported my old Honda back home from college. It fired right...
• FW: bURNINGvAN 2005 Pictures Available
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 1 Feb 2005 08:34:31 -0800
  ...Big brake kits, 16 in wheels and rear discs. Filled with crisp new hundred dollar bills. It was a sight to behold. Mike On...
• Re: high wattage light bulbs - A caution
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Mon, 25 May 2009 16:23:14 -0400
  The LED brake lights on the new cars can be really annoying, especially the new Cadillacs. I get really pissed when I get stuck...
• Re: high wattage light bulbs - A caution
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 25 May 2009 14:57:56 -0700
  LED tail lights or brake lights?� I think if the BRAKE lights are bright enough to get your attention NOW then they do their...
• Re: (Mis)adventures in Wheel Bearings
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Sun, 11 May 2014 20:45:11 -0400
  ...which holds the brake slave cylinder snaps off. > To make matters worse, I finally get the axle out, only to discover that > I'd...
• Re: Brake fluid DOT 3-4-5-?
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Sat, 3 Apr 1999 21:59:26 -0500
  ...Brake fluid DOT 3-4-5-? Could somebody please tell me about Brake Fluid. What the DOT 3-4-5-? pertains to? MtnGal Bronze...
• Re: bad vibrations
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Thu, 18 Mar 1999 11:42:28 -0800
  ...All new > rear CV joints. (One rear bearing was worn out > and one rear brake tended to lock on.) No > change, but better brakes...
• Re: no VW sports cars? Brakes!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 30 May 2004 23:27:13 +1200
  >re Dauphine with 4-w disc brakes. > >I'm surprised. I shouldn't have mentioned the Dauphine since I'm not really >familiar with...
• Re: Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 6 May 2003 14:21:44 -0500
  ...He said he wanted to get that big nut off and in actuality I've been working on my Splittie brakes and the nut...
• Re: Bus Depot query
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Thu, 2 Apr 2009 15:03:54 -0400
  ...order some brake components and > remembered there is a code you can punch in to get a little bit of a > discount, but don...
• Re: Vangon curtains/canvas?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wyatt
  Wed, 14 Jun 2000 23:08:07 -0700
  Hey Vanagonauts, I've been discussing curtain cable replacement with a few breadloaf and vanagon owners. After examining the original curtain retaining setup, we...
• www.bmaautoparts.com
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sat, 30 Jul 2005 15:24:35 EDT
  ...I 've gotten a slew of parts from them over the years including brake components (drums, rotors, wheel cylinders, calipers, master cylinder) which were...
• Rear Brake set up-The spacers
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:09:25 -0400
  VW did not always use self-adjusting drum brakes. On the non-self-adjusting versions the lower shoe rests were the adjusters. There was...
• Re: Brake Booster question
  Historical mailing list - Allen Hill
  Fri, 9 Feb 2007 01:00:29 -0600
  ...Brake Booster question I took a closer look at the booster tonight, and discovered a small, maybe 1/16 of an inch diameter hole...
• Re: Vanagon Carat - 1991
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:58:07 -0700
  ...All parts courtesy of Joel. > > Next came replacement of leaking brake master cylinder and switches. Then > came replacement of rear brake cylinders, brake shoes...
• Re: Big Brake options
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:15:04 -0400
  ...I was honestly pretty disappointed I spent 2k on disc brakes all >>>> around and it wasn’t much better than stock. I really notice...
• WTB: Caliper Guide Pins for Audi 200/5000 calipers
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:08:08 -0800
  ...We were about to finish my dual-piston Audi caliper conversion on my Syncro 16 (ML320 303mm discs). When we got into final assembly...
• EV brake vibrations, summary
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Mera
  Wed, 26 Nov 1997 10:45:29 -0800
  ...Is yours 2 discs and 2 drums or 4 discs? If it's the former have you had the drums checked?
• Still can't bleed Brake system
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 18 May 2006 21:57:42 -0400
  ...Not so for the line going to the front brakes. I disconnected the line and pressed the pedal. I got a little spit of...
• Re: putting bus to bed
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 3 Feb 1997 21:47:29 -0400 (AST)
  ...Your brakes will rust to uselessness, might as well pull the discs and drums and put them in storage (oiled), leave the bus on...
• Re: Flooding in Cal
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Tue, 10 Jan 95 11:20:09 PST
  > Steven Johnson writes; > This is not a VW discussion so if you're not interested, hit 'd' now. > > I had some fun this morning...
• Re: My Favorite Vanagon Accessories
  Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
  Sun, 1 Feb 2026 09:54:47 -1000
  ...Projektzwo rear roof-spoiler w/brakelight > > BRAKES > -Big discs all round (Porsche?) > -Front hubs (RSA, separate from disc rotors) > -Front spindles (RSA, if needed...
• Re: Shuddering Brakes--RESOLVED
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 3 Mar 2016 20:08:36 +0000
  The mechanic removed left front wheel, removed caliper and disc.  Inspected; nothing looked out of sorts.  Re-assembled.  Drove again.  Problem with shuddering now...
• Re: Michelin Agilis Tires
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 20 Sep 2007 08:35:32 -0700
  ...Plus, you > can replace your rear shoe type brakes with disc brakes so you will have > disc brake action on all four wheels. Much...
• Re: donar parts request
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Sun, 15 Sep 2013 20:26:30 -0400
  ...It's a lot of work. > The calipers are single piston sliding caliper style ...they work well. > the brake discs are actually smaller in...
• Re: Steering Box Swap
  Historical mailing list - Chris Venema
  Tue, 9 May 1995 12:05:39 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I don't know exactly when > but it probably when the disc brakes/rectancular rear lights/ etc > arrived but I can't be sure...
• More Front heater core removal info
  Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
  Tue, 9 Sep 2003 22:28:48 -0400
  ...Sam Walters -- Sam Walters Baltimore, MD 89 Syncro GL, soon to have SA suspension and 15" disc brakes 85 Westy Weekender, new to me...
• Re: interesting idle issue
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 27 Jan 2004 17:35:29 EST
  ...gear while applying the brakes. If that is kosher, try running without the idle stabilizer controller signal conductor disconnected. If it idles all right...
• Re: Big brake conversion
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 12 Jul 2009 17:07:51 -0400
  ...All the brake pad force and disc size > in the > world won't stop you any quicker without any traction. If you put > big...
• obvious always first - shifter problem solved!
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Mon, 6 Mar 2006 15:20:32 -0500
  ...On checking the reservoir was dry...I still had great brakes but no clutch!!!! Doah! It must be set up to feed the brakes...
• 1987 Syncro for sale near L.A.
  Historical mailing list - Kevin
  Wed, 23 May 2001 14:55:29 -0700
  ...mi.New Brakes,2 sets rims. Needs motor rebuilt. 14" & 15" rims. 4x4, with differential lock. 5 speed transmission. 10 disc changer/stereo, amp...
• Re: A Snow Story (Whoa-vanagon!!!) and Lessons Learned
  Historical mailing list - Andy Hall
  Fri, 11 Jan 2002 00:28:54 -0800
  ...But if you to decide to try it anyway, be sure to hold in that little button on the end of the brake handle...
• Re: leaking brake reservoir?
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Tue, 2 Nov 2004 15:37:04 -0600
  ...It always comes off with a bang, kinda disconcerting, but I've never broken one. the reservoir is front and center between the tach...
• Parking brake pressure (was I've had it) - NVC !
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 5 Jul 2010 15:39:25 -0700
  ...Very advanced for their time for sure. < Also, inboard front disc brakes - the first mass production front disc brakes > It was either Citroen or...
• Re: Pressure bleeding brakes questions
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sun, 1 Sep 2019 15:56:35 -0300
  ...Maybe the idea is only partial brake pedal depression? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Any thoughts? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Another query is from the English Bentley, 47-8. Procedure calls for disconnection...
• Re: Defroster questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:23:10 -0500
  ...defroster repair. > > I recently installed the GW third brake light on my 84 and discovered that the defroster wire was broken. > > This is a...
• Re: Brake MC ?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 14 Dec 2008 11:53:16 -0800
  ...Primarily because it opens up discussions like #2 below. 2. Living on the left coast, if I need it NOW, I usually order from...
• Re: 14" to 16" Wheel Upgrade User Input Please.
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Wed, 22 May 2013 14:40:36 -0400
  ...increase the brake disc's diameter and the >> braking forces are enhanced... >> Curious, because Vanagons are somewhat under equipped with brakes from >> the factory...
• Re: Clutch/Shifting issue?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:20:59 -0700
  the hose that feeds the clutch MC is on the right side of the brake fluid reservoir .. about 3/4th of the way up...
• Re: Brake rotors - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Fri, 4 Dec 2015 18:51:37 -0800
  ...Brake rotors - 1988 GL > > Undertook replacing brake pads today. No problem. Done it before. But this time, noticed a ridge at the outer rim...
• Re: Replacing a brake light bulb (long)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 23 Dec 2001 12:23:59 -0600
  ...Replacing a brake light bulb (long) > My wife told me that one of my brake lights wasn't working the other day so I...
• Re: 5sp trans woes
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 31 Jul 2010 22:14:20 -0500
  ...In San Francisco where the steep hills are very rough on brakes and clutches .. I've see a disc worn though until it was...
• Re: 88 GL - Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fernandez
  Tue, 31 Dec 2013 14:29:40 -0800
  ...Now notice how the hand brake can swing. Pull forward and connect the brake cable. There should be about 1/16" between the lever...
• Re: Weird going-ons!
  Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
  Mon, 11 Sep 2023 20:30:38 -0400
  ...Does the light only > turn on when applying the brakes? Disconnect 1 at a time to isolate or just > replace both switches. Be careful...
• Re: Sticker BALONEY
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Tue, 2 May 2000 17:28:35 -0400
  ...Sounds pretty discourteous on the face of it. But, having said that, maybe it would be appropriate to solicit his help at this time...
• Re: Undoing the big nut on the upper ball joint - who knows how?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:11:24 -0400
  ...Another alternative is to disconnect the brake line. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Dan...
• Re: front brake hints needed
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:15:42 -0700
  ...Glad I discovered this > before a > > flat caught me away from home. > > > > By chance, my neighbor was installing new struts > on > > his early '90s...
• Re: Front brake calibers?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 17 Jun 2023 10:56:51 -0400
  ...18 souds very nice. >>>> >>>> I also have the GW big brakes. >>>> >>>> My 84 is standard brakes and darned if they don’t seem just...
• Re: Clutch Pedal Funk - Worn Pedal/Clevis Linkage
  Historical mailing list - James V
  Sun, 29 Feb 2004 01:05:25 -0800
  ...Don't disconnect the master cylinder hydraulic > lines though, they will flex enough to allow you to remove it from the brake > booster. Okay...
• Re: Big brake conversion
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Jul 2009 16:47:26 -0400
  ...All the brake pad force and disc size in the world won't stop you any quicker without any traction. If you put big...
• Re: Help me diagnose and fix no brake lights
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 9 Oct 2015 11:04:58 -1000
  ...wire when brake pedal pushed down. >>> >>> Suggestions: >>> (likely NOT the cause) test brake lights with brake warning light >>> disconnected. >>> Test brake lights with one...
• Re: 88 GL - Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 31 Dec 2013 17:46:20 -0500
  ...88 GL - Rear Brakes From Dennis on 3/19/2012: VW did not always use self-adjusting drum brakes. On the non-self-adjusting...