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• Re: Anyone know thread size of coolant bleeder bolt on radiator?
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/3 WBXs
  Fri, 16 Aug 2002 06:45:02 +0000
  Hi, I'm designing a pressure based warning system based on Darrell's idea, using an oil pressure 0.3Bar switch. My switch will...
• Re: Help: Need a radiator in McCall Idaho
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 1 Oct 2003 10:27:40 -0700
  There are worse places to get stuck than McCall Idaho. Like most of the world. tim in san jose > >Anybody near McCall or Boise...
• Parts needed for my "new" 82 Diesel Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ahlgrim, Kevin
  Mon, 8 May 2006 14:21:30 -0400
  ...a driver's side mirror, driver's side rear taillight, bumper ends, top grill for the radiator, My zip code is 46350. Thanks, Kevin
• Re: DITRIBUTOR/NO START
  Historical mailing list - Mike Stainbrook
  Sun, 7 Jan 2007 17:59:14 -0500
  TA DA...the van starts!!!did have the wires all wrong...MY error..now,about the radiator bleed valve...I do not have one...
• OE Radiator question
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Sun, 20 May 2007 07:34:07 -0300
  I pulled my old rad out of my '84. It's heavier than my new Behr (which BTW I can see the VW logo...
• RE: Nervous about heads
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Jan 97 13:17:22 EST
  ...3/Where the upper radiator hose attaches to the radiator. I have metal pipes under the bus. Newer models have plastic i believe. Note...
• Re: the case of the curious blinking LED
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 1 Sep 2009 00:38:09 -0700
  ...It has the single 3 contact, fan switch , the later style radiator etc. I'm thinking you don't really have a problem. As...
• Re: Overcooling Hypothesis--Long
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 12:32:03 -0800
  ...I'm aware that blocking off radiator air might not help, but it's free and easy to try, so why not. On the...
• A/C and radiator fan issues
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Mon, 18 Aug 2003 10:27:17 -0700
  I returned home from a 2-week project in SoCal last Friday evening and found that neither the A/C or radiator fan was...
• Front end rattle solved
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 10 May 2021 08:58:13 -0400
  ...The solution came from Dennis, He told me to check the radiator to see if it was moving slightly at the top. It was...
• Re: Van seems hottish??
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Mon, 2 Sep 2013 08:28:48 -0400
  ...So on the first trip out here I noticed that the radiator fan was kicking on immediately and staying on for the entire trip...
• Re: Radiator Fan
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 27 May 1998 14:41:02 -0700
  ...Georgia **************************************** And if you're afraid of chancing it with used radiator fan/motors, I have them new: 251-9601G Vanagon 83-85 ALL...
• Re: Coolant change
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 27 Aug 2000 22:58:32 -0500
  ...and what about possible air in the radiator like Bill was pointing > out.... are you getting the tailend higher than the radiator - is it...
• Re: Vanagon 89 Auto Carat Heating Up
  Historical mailing list - Felder
  Thu, 9 Oct 2003 16:58:07 -0700
  ...that > gauge creeping upward somewhat quickly. > > Do I need a radiator flush? > > New radiator? > > Different Coolant? (It has the phosphate free stuff in it...
• Re: Air cooled diesel Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 17:36:15 -0600
  ...If your talking into the air cooled you will need to put a radiator and appropriate hoses in. the lower mounts for the radiator...
• Re: Radiator run-on??
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 11 Apr 2007 20:27:54 -0700
  ...The radiator switch could be bad. Later years had 2 relays in the dash that could cause this as well as a relay or...
• Re: Cooling fan not coming on
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 23 Apr 2016 14:44:49 -0400
  ...Cooling fan not coming on Is the radiator getting hot? That is the first step. Next you need to do some trouble shooting. On...
• Re: TIICo cooling issues
  Historical mailing list - Sean B.
  Wed, 3 Jul 2002 14:34:26 -0700
  ...I changed the water > pump+thermostat, radiator, thermoswitch(fan switch) > and my fan NEVER comes on. I tested fan/switch and > they work fine...
• Re: Air in the system
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 9 Oct 2002 12:54:25 -0400
  ...Then crack the radiator bleed bolt. Nothing to it. Jay David Brodbeck <gull@CYBERSPACE.ORG>@gerry.vanagon.com> on 10/09/2002 12:25...
• Re: more radiator discussion. anyone have LED sender unit fail?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 26 May 2006 06:38:55 -0400
  ...more radiator discussion. anyone have LED sender unit fail? Doing the replace everything theory of lowering my gauge/LED temp. Next on the list...
• Re: '83 H2O head gasket advice needed (long)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 17 May 1996 12:54:18 -0700
  ...A hugely important difference was that this Datsun's highest internal location within the cooling system was at the radiator cap. The Vanagon is...
• Re: comments on Bentley manual
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wohlfarth (aka.
  Tue, 1 Oct 2002 18:11:41 -0400
  ...More Info on Copper Core German Radiators In a message dated 10/1/02 11:25:10 AM, George Goff writes of Ken Wilfy...
• Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: All 2 Speed Radiator Fans Use Internal Resistor?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:58:25 -0800
  ...I presume that the thermo switch is > different, too, the one that screws into the radiator? > > Is that a "true fact," do the late...
• Re: Cooling system questions for 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 13 Sep 2005 13:52:51 -0700
  ...Radiator cooling capacity is insufficient during high ambient temps > while endeavoring to climb 7% or greater grades [therefore install a > larger radiator]? > 4. Highway...
• Re: project 2: fuel lines done, now on to fan
  Historical mailing list - Brian W.
  Sat, 26 Aug 2006 16:58:05 -0700
  ...fuel lines done, now on to fan Brian, I can just barely hear the low speed on my 86's radiator fan. Are you...
• Re: Recent Vanagon Crash From Inside the Cab
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Thu, 9 May 2013 18:36:27 -0700
  ...sometimes > unable to get into second,) and noisy radiator fan (they did replace the > radiator....had to,) and whatever else I can find. I...
• Re: If the water pump or thermostat is broken?
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Mon, 10 Nov 2003 15:49:41 -0600
  First the reservoir failed, then the radiator and now the H piece on the radiator. >>> Ben huot <huotx@VIDEOTRON.CA> 11/10/2003 11...
• Re: Head leak - What is the process for using Bars Leak Head Gasket Repair
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Sun, 31 Aug 2008 18:04:18 -0400
  ...No > radiator/ > heater core problems came up. Also, just replaced the large driver's > side > water pipe in the engine bay this weekend, and...
• Ethylene glycol can self-ignite at 782 degrees?
  Historical mailing list - Pete O
  Wed, 26 Mar 2014 08:40:01 -0400
  Just read this on an RV site: *A pinhole-size leak in a radiator or heater hose can spray antifreeze on hot engine parts...
• Re: question of oil level
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 Sep 1994 10:49:54 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I can't get to the spark plugs without unhinging the radiator...I'll only change plugs 4 or 5 times...I go up...
• Re: Redline Water Wetter
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Mon, 26 May 1997 08:11:34 -0500
  RubatoGuy@aol.com wrote: > > Has anyone tried this product? It is suppose to increase the heat transfer > properties of the radiator water and they...
• Re: interesting picture of south african syncro .. :)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
  Thu, 30 Sep 1999 16:07:41 -0400
  So THAT's the angle required to properly bleed the radiator! Michael -----Original Message----- From: John Andersen <tincat@RELAYPOINT.NET> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
• VR6 engine in a junkyard
  Historical mailing list - Captain Ray Nemo
  Thu, 23 Mar 2000 07:37:00 EST
  ...a vw shop yesterday. The car had severe front end damage. Radiator gone. You cannot hear it run. Unsure about miles (the interior, including...
• Re: Name that Vanagon Part......
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 18 Mar 2002 10:39:31 -0500
  ...That would be your radiator-fan resistor for low speeds. Gets quite hot in use... david -- David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net...
• gotta keep moving
  Historical mailing list - steve vitale
  Tue, 18 Jul 2006 22:53:49 -0400
  ...2.) The radiator fan won't kick in.. like a shark, the van must move to stay alive. The fuse is fine. Thanks, Steve
• Re: Reached 100k on the 84 Westy-What now?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 14 Aug 2006 23:05:52 +0000
  ...Keep the normal maintenece up, change the oil frequently (and the radiator fluid if you have a waterboxer) and it will last a long...
• Re: Lube Raditor fan motor bushings?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:02:08 -0800
  ...Lube Raditor fan motor bushings? radiator fan motors rarely go bad.
• Re: Radiator fan debacle (86 Vanagon)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Jul 2006 14:15:31 -0400
  ...Also note on the later systems, the compressor will cut out if the radiator fan switch calls for high speed. Dennis ----- Original Message ----- From...
• Hot weather modifications
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Sun, 23 Aug 1998 12:17:25 -0700
  ...The AC condenser completely covers the radiator, meaning the air passing the radiator is well over 100. The next problem is that with power...
• an issue of temperature
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Thu, 12 Aug 2004 11:54:57 -0700
  ...When you bring the two heaters online you are effectively doubling your radiator size. This should hold your coolant to the lowest temperature the...
• Re: Coolant bleeding and radiator hose heater question (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:54:21 -0800
  ...Coolant bleeding and radiator hose heater question (NVC) The best solution would be to install a block heater in one of the "freeze out...
• Re: various coolant temperatures in cooling system
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 22 Nov 2000 22:51:32 -0600
  ...Tepid > Temp of water in Radiator................................COOL > > Can anybody help me understand this and tell if this caused my heads to > blow in the...
• Oops - Forgot to include the Westy's year
  Historical mailing list - samc
  Sat, 25 Nov 2006 19:58:18 -0500
  After covering nearly 300 at 40 mph between Western VT and Eastern Maine, and refilling the radiator tank 10-12 times, I was able...
• Re: New thermostat funky?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 3 Dec 2007 10:53:22 -0800
  ...this? > > "Even with the complete openings to the front of the radiator blocked > off, it wouldn't run "normally" during the winter. It still...
• Re: Puzzled by thesamba instructions: Convert 82D fan wiring to '86 fan.
  Historical mailing list - William D. Pool
  Wed, 20 Jul 2016 21:06:27 -0700
  Martin, The 82 & 83 radiator have the return & feed hoses on the same sides. The only difference is the return hose on the 82...
• Re: From Jay Leno's Garage -- Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 2 Apr 2012 23:48:50 -0400
  ...From Jay Leno's Garage -- Coolant Yep, In some cars the radiator was restrictive enough and/or the water pump was strong enough to...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:47:31 -0700
  ...Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround? | |re |I'm thinking about replacing the purging screw on the radiator in front |with |a Hose nipple...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:49:57 -0500
  ...Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround? re I'm thinking about replacing the purging screw on the radiator in front with a Hose nipple...
• Re: 4th heater core burst in 1 year!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 15:16:19 -0700
  ...Your explanation seems very > > likely; a big thanks for the idea to take it to A RADIATOR SHOP! > > Never thought anyone can test for...
• Re: Coolant Saga Continues....Need Advice!!!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 21 Jul 2002 14:28:07 -0700
  ...Begin procedure...radiator bleeder > open...girlfriend is keeping engine 2200-2500 > rpm....keep adding coolant as it drops in Expansion > Bottle...seeing a little...
• Re: Radiator fan problem 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 5 Jul 2009 09:13:36 -0700
  ...Mark Matt Sutton wrote: > Hi Folks, > > My radiator fan won't kick on, and I'd love to hear thoughts about > diagnosing and fixing...
• Re: [WetWesties] Engine overheating - Need Advice
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Thu, 17 Feb 2005 21:24:39 -0700
  ...First check that fan and fan switch Second check for a radiator that is beyond its prime and has severe clogging of its arteries...
• Re: mystery mechanics
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 8 Feb 2006 19:02:17 -0800
  ...routed the cooling tubes backwards to the radiator.... > > All the while SmallCar had claimed the radiator was at fault. Never > > bothering to actually analyze...
• Re: Sos in Watkins Glen
  Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
  Sat, 2 Jul 2011 02:22:45 +0000
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > Also, you can use the heater(s) as radiators if you turn the heat and heater > fans on full. Damned...
• Re: Help: radiator leak - tonight
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Wed, 13 May 2009 09:02:54 EDT
  hey guys I am a big believer in the subie coolant treatment.part # soa635071 I never leave home without a couple of bottles mostly...
• Re: Purging Cooling System
  Historical mailing list - J. Meade
  Sun, 15 Jan 1995 17:12:05 -0600 (CST)
  ...I filled it through the bleed bolt hole in the radiator. I had that sucker about 24 inches in the air, held up by...
• Re: WTB-Radiator for '87 WWW
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 24 Jun 1997 15:58:36 -0400
  > Despite my relentless efforts at restoring > the heat xfr coefficient thru mechanical > and chemical means, its time to replace > "ye 'ole coolant cooler". Not...
• Flushing cooling system?
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Mon, 24 Apr 2000 12:28:38 +0200
  ...is a pain to get all water out of the system by opening all hoses (radiator, rear heater, engine...) Thanks for the help Raimund
• Bleeding question
  Historical mailing list - Charles Keeter
  Thu, 31 May 2001 14:27:54 -0400
  Hi All, quick question, I just changed the radiator fan switch, I did it fairly fast, lost maybe a cup of coolant in the...
• Re: Expanshion Tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Mon, 28 Oct 2002 10:23:00 -0800
  ...Another method is to head to your local smog station and have them put their emission analyzer probe near the removed radiator cap. It...