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Author: onefred Subject: What this ? Posted: Today 8:47 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 0 Hello everyone, what is the purpose of this socket and this module which is on the accelerator cable? Thanks.

Author: kourt Subject: Re: Help me rearrange an EVC dashboard! Posted: Yesterday 5:04 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 6 Just get rid of your rear heater and do as the folks in the Double Din thread have done. kourt

Author: soissisc Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Yesterday 6:43 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 I was thinking remove the dogbone mount and tip the engine, that gets the clearance needed. I have used a grey and also a black permatex for the pan. No gasket. I can see if I still have a partial tube down there to get the number. _________________Mark 68 Westy 92 Jetta (oh it is retired) 99 Eurovan 05 NBC 06 Audi A3 72 Westy (I am going to fix it up)

Author: Kozmob Subject: Re: Dash Ashtray Substitute Posted: Yesterday 7:53 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 Did you figure out how to do this? I'm thinking of doing a similar mod.

Author: kourt Subject: Re: Dash Ashtray Substitute Posted: Yesterday 8:31 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 You might check the Double Din radio thread. There has been some good dash mods on that thread. I have a 2001 EVC so my dash and HVAC controls are different from a Westy Weekender, but it's still possible to do what I've done. I found that using the ashtray to be the support for the ScanGauge 3 was the best approach. Also, I deleted my rear heater. kourt

Author: EuroTec Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Yesterday 11:16 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 VanGeek wrote: The sealant was white. Is that a factory sealant color? Appreciate add'l guidance. I can post more photos if helpful. This is the stuff you want to use: https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/14458853-D176404A2 _________________If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Author: soissisc Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Yesterday 11:38 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 Quote: This is the stuff you want to use: https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/14458853-D176404A2 Thank you! I am sure this is a much better option than the permatex. _________________Mark 68 Westy 92 Jetta (oh it is retired) 99 Eurovan 05 NBC 06 Audi A3 72 Westy (I am going to fix it up)

Author: EuroTec Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Yesterday 12:25 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 soissisc wrote: Quote: This is the stuff you want to use: https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/14458853-D176404A2 Thank you! I am sure this is a much better option than the permatex. It's an excellent sealant and what I used on my VR6 when I resealed the upper timing cover which was leaking. No leaks a year later. _________________If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Author: Kozmob Subject: Re: Help me rearrange an EVC dashboard! Posted: Yesterday 1:23 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 6 Have you done this? Would love to see results. I've been considering something like your option C and wondering if the rear vent cables are long / flexible enough to move to the left as you have suggested.

Author: VanGeek Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Yesterday 3:55 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 The pan is out! Found a wiggle angle to clear all the obstructions. Not looking fwd to reinserting it without smudging the new seal. I think that backing-out the bolt that holds the pendulum (aka dogbone) mount will provide an additional 3/4 inch of movement that will make it easier. But the dogbone bolt seems uninterested in budging at this point. More patience, pb blaster, hammer taps, and possibly some heat I suppose. Will take some time to clean the oil pan mating surfaces anyhow...

Author: EuroTec Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Today 4:25 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 Put some sealant on both surfaces. That pan is indeed a tricky one. Practice with it dry and no sealant a few times first. _________________If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Author: markswagen Subject: Re: Bleeder screw size? Posted: Today 8:32 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 when putting ANY bleed nipple into any vehicle, clutch brake or hydraulic, l always wrap teflon tape around the threads, it helps prevent leaks between the threads of the nipple and the cylinder, and if vacuum is your chosen method of bleeding the brakes, with teflon tape on the threads, you won't be sucking air in through the threads, just fluid through from the front. and lastly, teflon tape will help prevent bleed nipples snapping off, as they won't get seized into what ever they are threaded into. _________________markswagen {mobile mechanic} san diego area all early VW's cared for. 619 201 0310

Author: dbeeby Subject: Re: Doors Won't Lock (no power lock, no manual lock inside or out) Posted: Today 11:01 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 Thank you @fifteenwindow That resource on GoWesty is very helpful. I guess what I'm wondering is if there's a way to just make my doors "manual". The really odd thing is that I can't lock the doors AT ALL. The plungers don't even work from the inside when the door is closed. It's as if the door locks are behaving like old VWs when you couldn't lock the doors when they were "open" (because then you could lock your keys in the car) or that the keys I have don't work with the cylinders in the doors. My next step will be to order new handles/cylinders. It'll be a bummer to have four different door locks (one for each door), but I need to be able to lock my doors in NYC.

Author: Saturn Subject: Re: Bleeder screw size? Posted: Today 11:14 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 VanGeek wrote: Also -- any advice for how I can more effectively loosen my 4th bleeder screw without breaking it is appreciated... Have you tried using a socket instead of a wrench/flaired wrench on the bleeder to try and loosen it? Using a socket set up can make it easier to tap on the handle to see if repeated shocks will get the bleeder turning. Make sure the socket is on there square and not angled as that can easily shear off a stubborn bleeder, the same with using excessive (gorilla-like) force on it. Also, have you applied any heat to the bleeder thread area? Another approach you might want to try is using an 7/16 socket as those are pretty much the same width as an 11mm. On an aside, an interesting factory tool Volvo made and I have in my collection is a wrench with a hollow handle and integrated hose to loosen, bleed and tighten the caliper bleeder nipple. .

Author: obnoxiousblue Subject: Re: Help me rearrange an EVC dashboard! Posted: Today 11:57 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 6 I love the idea of somehow integrating the ScanGauge. Even if it were on a more OEM-looking bracket. I have a radio mounted up high and was thinking maybe someone could 3D print a bracket to slip over the face of the ash tray that was slightly angled both upwards and turned towards the driver. _________________Mike 1964 Beetle 2001 Eurovan Camper

Author: VanGeek Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Today 12:05 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 Thanks for the feedback. Do you always put sealant on both surfaces or is this unique to the VR6 pan? I've not done a lot of these, but typically apply sealant to the pan-only and then add a small amt to the case where there are seams. Just curious -- and thanks again for your recommendations. EuroTec wrote: Put some sealant on both surfaces. That pan is indeed a tricky one. Practice with it dry and no sealant a few times first.

Author: Kozmob Subject: How to hotwire a Eurovan? Posted: Today 12:43 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 1 How are Eurovans stolen? Are they hotwired? I’m not trying to steal a Eurovan; I’m trying to protect my own. I’ve hidden a switch that activates the lockout when the passenger seat is swiveled. Does this prevent it from being hotwired by usual hotwire methods?

Author: markswagen Subject: Re: Doors Won't Lock (no power lock, no manual lock inside or out) Posted: Today 2:12 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 pull the fuse for the central locking, or disconnect the battery, then try and push down to lock the cab doors. l don't have a eurovan book, so l cannot help you find the fuse. it sounds to me like the solenoids have failed. _________________markswagen {mobile mechanic} san diego area all early VW's cared for. 619 201 0310

Author: mikemtnbike Subject: Re: How to hotwire a Eurovan? Posted: Today 3:26 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 1 Yes. You’ve interrupted the ignition circuit. _________________1991 Vanagon GL 2.1 AT Westfauxlia. "Frankie" Totaled https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=764510&highlight=carnage 1995 Eurovan Camper "Marzivan"

Author: EuroTec Subject: Re: Dropping the VR6 oil pan -- half shaft removal? Posted: Today 6:11 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 16 VanGeek wrote: Thanks for the feedback. Do you always put sealant on both surfaces or is this unique to the VR6 pan? I've not done a lot of these, but typically apply sealant to the pan-only and then add a small amt to the case where there are seams. Just curious -- and thanks again for your recommendations. EuroTec wrote: Put some sealant on both surfaces. That pan is indeed a tricky one. Practice with it dry and no sealant a few times first. Just a suggestion if you have trouble fitting it and your worried about smearing some off. _________________If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Author: EuroTec Subject: Re: Bleeder screw size? Posted: Today 6:16 pm (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 Here's a trick I was shown years ago that has worked for me many times. Of course, a bit of penetrating fluid is a good idea, but my trick is, try tightening it until it feels like it barley moves, then loosen. Works 90% of the time for me. Go easy. _________________If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

Author: fifteenwindow Subject: Re: Doors Won't Lock (no power lock, no manual lock inside or out) Posted: Yesterday 4:34 am (GMT -7) Topic Replies: 3 I had a similar problem with the rear hatch. Key would barely turn and hatch stayed unlocked. Have you tried disconnecting the battery for 30 minutes? I read somewhere that this resets the system. Or read this article at gowesty. https://gowesty.com/blogs/article-library/power-door-locks-101 Good luck.