VANAGON archives -- March 2009, week 3 (#183)

Date:         Tue, 17 Mar 2009 08:15:08 -0600
Reply-To:     John Carpenter <jcarp2001@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         John Carpenter <jcarp2001@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Anyone have a copy of the Ultimate Trip Checklist?
Comments: To: george jannini <georgejoann@gmail.com>
In-Reply-To:  <229ab7ae0903170638y339907bbqe01084f11663e2d8@mail.gmail.com>
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Thanks George,
Ya, got this one.

A couple of weeks ago,
I was teasing about the dependability of our Volkswagens
Refering to this 4 page trip Check list,
Compared to just hopping into my Toyota Corolla & Driving ! :o)
Thanks though !!!

The list I'm thinking of is written by Capt Mike (to give him credit for
sure )!
Over on the Westfalia dot org list.

But He's not giving it out anymore.
Not sure why? ( but he must have his reasons ! ;o)

thanks agin!
John C...

On Tue, Mar 17, 2009 at 7:38 AM, george jannini <georgejoann@gmail.com>wrote:

> VW Bus & Westfalia Travel Trip pre-Inspection List (V Eng)
>
> Frank Condelli & Associates – January 01, 2007
>
>
> ------Mechanical------
> ____ Fuel system: Inspect fuel injection/carburetion system operation, fuel
> lines, hose clamps, fuel pump, filters, fuel tank, overflow reservoirs,
> vapour
> recirculation, filler and cap.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Intake system: Inspect air filter, air flow meter, intake hoses,
> clamps,
> tubes, leaks, connections, condition.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Cooling system: (water-cooled) Pressure test for leaks. Inspect
> radiator,
> water pump, belt, coolant level, heads, heaters, valves, hoses,
> connections,
> temperature sensors. (air-cooled): tin covers, thermostat, flap, foam
> insulation.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Intake system: Inspect air filter, air flow meter, intake hoses,
> clamps,
> tubes, leaks, connections, condition.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Ignition system: Inspect distributor, cap, rotor, points, advance
> mechanism, hall sensor, ignition wires, spark plugs, coil, timing, ground
> terminals, electrical terminal connectors, computer, idle control.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Vacuum hoses: Inspect all hoses and connectors.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Exhaust system: Inspect for leaks, rust, attachments, CAT, Oxy sensor
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____Transmission: Manual & automatic. Inspect for oil level, operation,
> leaks,
> venting, shifting mechanism. Last flush & fill.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____Clutch: Inspect master & slave cylinders and or cables, adjustment,
> leaks,
> fluid level & condition.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____Steering: Inspect (power steering) fluid level, belt, leaks, line
> condition, rack bushings, u-joint, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment,
> operation. (manual) rack bushings, tie rods, flex joints, wheel bearings,
> alignment, operation.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Suspension: Inspect, ball joints (upper & lower), swing arm bushings,
> torsion bars, shocks,
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Brakes: Inspect, discs, drums, callipers, wheel cylinders, pads,
> shoes,
> hardware, cables, hoses, vacuum booster, adjustment, operation.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____ Tires: Inspect & report, size, load rating, condition.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____Altenator & Starter: Inspect charging system, starter operation. Visual
> and
> audio inspection. Alternator mounting bracket. Belt & wiring condition.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____Compression: check & report
> ----------Dry : 1 ______ 2 ______ 3 ______ 4 ______
> ----------Oil : 1 ______ 2 ______ 3 ______ 4 ______ (if needed)
>
> Note:_______________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> ____Temperature: (Infrared check): Motor and cooling system liquid (8
> points),
> exhaust system, heads.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> -------Other---------
> ____Lighting: inspection, headlights (hi/lo beams), running lights, turn
> signals, back-up, instrument & interior, other.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> ____Horn: operation.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> ____Electrical – miscellaneous: Inspect.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> ____Chassis lubrication: Inspection, air-cooled only.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> ____Motor & Transmission mounts: Inspection.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> ____Air conditioning: Inspect, operation.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
> ____Propane: Camper Only – Inspect tank, valves, regulator, lines, hoses,
> cook
> stove, fridge, heater.
>
> Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________
>
>
> -------Miscellaneous---------
>
> Note:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
>



-- 
John C...
SLC, UT

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