Date: Wed, 27 Aug 2008 06:47:17 EDT
Reply-To: RAlanen@AOL.COM
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From: Frank Condelli <RAlanen@AOL.COM>
Subject: Re: Heater pipe
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In a message dated 26/08/2008 10:08:09 P.M. Central Standard Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:
Karen, this is a very common occurrence. That coolant pipe (NOT
heater pipe) is ALWAYS rusting through, that's why I offer them in the _POR-15_
(http://www.por15.com/) version. It's not that complicated to change out.
You will need the O-ring for the connection at the water pump. The two hex
headed bolts should be replaced with stainless steel ones. you will need a
good pair of spring clamp pliers to remove the spring clamps. Do not replace
them with screw clamps as the spring type are better. To get at the two hex
headed bolts, a ratchet with a long extension and a socket head key are
required. Use Loctight Ultra Grey Silicon sealant on the O-ring to keep it in
place while you get the pipe back in there. The parts you need are here on my
_Vanagon Items Forsale_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/sales.htm) "Cooling
System" webpage >
Coolant pipe, pump to T-stat housing, '86 ~ '91, 1458, 025 121 081G -
$99.95
OR
Coolant pipe, pump to T-stat housing, POR-15ed, '86 ~ '91, 1458, 025 121
081G - $125.00
Stainless Steel hex socket bolt w/flat & lock washer for coolant pipe 025
121 081G, M8 x 25mm - $1.25 - two needed
O-ring gasket for 025 121 081G, 030 121 119 - $2.87
Good time to flush out the coolant system and refill with new Phosphate free
coolant.
>>>>>>>>>>>My 91 non gl passed Northern Virginia emissions inspections and
the state safety inspection with flying colors. It was somewhat of a shock
since it's been off of the road for over a year, parked in the driveway.
So, I was thrilled and started driving it again after an oil change.
Everything was going well until today. I went to Borders and as I got out of the
van, noticed that antifreeze smell. Looked near the left rear tire and
antifreeze was pouring out of the van, until it was totally emptied of fluid.
We were poking around and noticed that the pipe that goes from the water
pump to . . .not sure where was rusted through in a large area. When we poked
further, noticed that it seemed to be very near to rusted through all along
the bottom of this pipe (heater hose?). Is this making sense? What is that
pipe and how complicated is the repair? Should I have it towed to the shop?
The dealership happens to be right across the street from Borders. My
husband's pretty handy, is this fairly straightforward?
I just don't want him to get all bogged down in some sort of convoluted
repair.<<<<<<<<<<<<
Cheers,
Frank Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
'87 Westy & Lionel Trains (_Collection for sale_
(http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/trainsal.htm) )
_Frank Condelli & Associates_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html)
- Vanagon/Vanagon Westfalia Service in the Ottawa Valley
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(http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/exhaust.htm)
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camping event, Almonte, ON, June 12 ~ 15, 2008
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