Date: Sat, 25 Jan 2020 15:42:44 -0500
Reply-To: Tom Buese <tantonbz@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Tom Buese <tantonbz@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Front Heater Fan Motor Lube?
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Well said!
On Sat, Jan 25, 2020 at 2:43 PM Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:
> Hi Andrew and Karl,
>
> Selfishly I need to encourage Andrew to reconsider. The internet isn’t
> available to all. I find it very difficult to use. The hands on
> experience and willing sharing that happens on this list is one of the main
> reason’s my van is still in my world. When people stop working together
> and sharing ideas that will become much more difficult or even impossible
> for me.
>
> I read nothing in the comments on the topic of the heater fan fix that
> was insulting or offensive. There are many experiences and many possible
> ways of solving problems. There are usually many right ways.
>
> Karl’s info has been very helpful to me. I have parts he created on my
> van now. I would not have known about them if not for this list.
> I hope everyone is willing to share ideas and experiences. Without them
> our community falls apart.
>
> We should be able to have a bit of tolerance when our ideas or
> experiences are not the only ones shared.
>
> If we are afraid of offending someone because we had a different
> experience and don’t share the info we all loose out.
>
> This list has been a positive community. There is no reason to take
> offense for example if one person suggests Subaru stop leak and someone
> else discusses possible down sides. It helps us make an informed choice.
>
> Will I use the original clam shell or use the Van Cafe holder? Both can
> be correct answers but it is nice to know the options. No offense is
> happening due to discussion of different experiences with different tire
> sizes and such.
>
> Neil uses a strap but Ben t uses a bold with big washer. I’ll probably
> use both methods at different times. But, I’m glad I know about the bolt
> idea for holding the tire to the clam shell without the wires. Such a
> simple option, and I didn’t think of it.
>
> I’m using Karls starter adaptor with the starter he recommended but the GW
> starter might be a better choice for someone else.
>
> Andrew, Karl and others keep sharing your ideas. But, don’t take offense
> if there is healthy discussion around them. Rather please add thoughts and
> experiences to the group.
>
> One other thing, There is actually a continual flow of people in and out
> of the community. I’ve met several young 20 something couples fixing up
> air cooled and water cooled buses and showing up at VW camp outs and
> concerts. I'd love to see more of them join a list like this and feel
> comfortable asking any bus questions.
>
> I may not have all the best advice but I’ve owned a VW bug or bus
> for the past 37 years and grew up with them in the family. Some of that
> background can be helpful.
>
> Despite knowing my ideas and experiences may not be the most complete,
> I’ll endeavor to support our community.
>
> The more of you that share the better.
> Now I’m off to let out a few pounds of pressure out of my front tires.
>
>
> With warmth, and appreciativeness.
>
> Eric Caron
> 85 Gl Auto
>
> > On Jan 25, 2020, at 12:34 PM, Andrew Martin <ramblinvan@GMAIL.COM>
> wrote:
> >
> > Hi Karl!
> > This comes under “a little knowledge is a dangerous thing”. I don’t have
> your extensive automotive background but as I close in on 60 I’ve stopped
> sharing what I’ve learned through actual hands-on experience unless I’m
> dealing with someone face to face.
> >
> > The internets are accessible to all, even those among us that may not be
> equipped to accept full responsibility for their own interpretations and
> actions.
> >
> > With respect and gratitude!
> >
> > Andrew
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
> >
> >> On Jan 24, 2020, at 11:57 PM, Karl Mullendore <
> tdiguru@westyventures.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Hey, ya know who doesn't give a flyin' fig whether someone 'supports'
> (or not) something I did? If you can't perform it properly and direct the
> lube accurately into a bearing, using proper lubricants, DON'T DO IT. The
> 'hack' as some call it involves freeing up a stuck bronze bearing and
> lubricating it. That's ALL. If you end up spraying the [wrong?] lube
> everywhere and creating a fire hazard, well...that's on you.
> >> WHAT I DID, ONE TIME, WORKED. There was no disaster, safety issue,
> fire, blah blah blah. Holy moly. Use the right amperage fuse too, that
> miraculously helps, go figure! This is another example of why I rarely
> offer anyone advice or help anymore, such a wide variety of abilities that
> moreoften someone screws something up or I get crap about my ideas.
> >> Karl
> >> gettin' too old for silly BS
>
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Sent from Wherever I was @ the time
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