Winter 2012/2013 jobs

DAIZEE · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 5:13 pm Post subject: Winter 2012/2013 jobs

What's on your list? Was it on last year's list?

Fuel tank drop et al
Hopefully Jalousie windows on the two middle windows.
Transferring some things over to the auxillary battery.
Once fuel tank done then drive it weather (no salt) depending.

oops I skipped a year. Corrected now. Embarassed

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Phishman068 · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 6:03 pm Post subject:

I plan to get my winter bus back on the road and finish all that it needs to run well.
This particular bus is a '90 I purchased for scrap metal (by the pound) and have fixed up into an inspected driver. It still gets 13mpg and smells rich, as well as having no functional heaters or front windows. This year I plan to get those things all fixed immediately once I get home in Jan, as well as putting it up on the lift and finishing rust proofing/treating the entire underside.
Then I plan to drive the crap out of it.
It's been sitting for 6 months now with only a few occasional rides around the block. : /

While that's up and running, my syncro will be stored. I plan to rebuild and install Louvered windows, rebuild the suspension including new lift springs, and maybe even check my engine oil (it's been about two years). Heck, i might even change that engine oil!
I was going to get it painted this winter, but the stars aren't all in alignment just yet. perhaps another year this will have to wait.

SCM · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 6:37 pm Post subject:

New PS pump, PS steering gear, and radius rod bushings this winter. Maybe the extending Westy table mod, and some interior lighting upgrades. Then try to take it out on nice days just to keep things moving.

Springtime = coolant system replacement with all new hoses and some other replacement parts. Once that's complete I'll feel ready to take it for some long trips, but alas, my vacation time this year will be burnt up in Hawaii and back to PA for my friend's wedding. Both of those trips will be by air.
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chojinchef · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 6:51 pm Post subject:

Front end rebuilt completely. Yes it was on last years list but got bumped by the Zetec. Get rid of the Weitec springs.
Rest not on the list last year.
Inverter install with better house battery - have the inverter, cables and fuse block, need to source a battery
Rear bumper with 2 in receiver.
Install the LED back up light I bought 2 months ago.
Install my tach cluster, MIL light from Zetec

Still contemplating the coolant pipes.

That enough?

Wouldn't it be Winter 12/13? Or are we really thinking ahead?
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Ahwahnee · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 6:54 pm Post subject:

Did I just sleep though 2013?

Dang, I hate it when I do that.

DAIZEE · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 7:41 pm Post subject:

no, I screwed up!!! Laughing

Fooled some of you tho Wink

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84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

danfromsyr · Posted: Sun Nov 18, 2012 8:00 pm Post subject:

going from 1.8l digifant to 1.8T baby!
not a canned kit, but a DIY effort as that's what I can afford. but have the parts and the tools and the skills. so vroom vroom.

hoping to take a week trip up the St Lawrence to Saguenay Fjord for mid summer Whale watching.. come back to NY via Northern NH/VT woods lookin for Moose.

and if possible get a 2nd Westy camper running & operational for a spare/family camper. that one is going to be a 2.0l ABA swap.
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New stereo and soundproofing throughout. I'm working on the soundproofing now, getting my interior torn out. Also new front window rubber to quiet the wind noise.

cellerdoor · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 4:18 am Post subject:

For this winter its all about the cool. AC (new hoses and components for redtek) and Cooling System (radiator, pipes, hoses, Tstat)

Im sure other things will arise as I proceed.

wildenbeast · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 10:08 am Post subject:

I am also in the process of installing an AC system (in-dash). New hoses, condensor, drier, etc. Also on the list is replacing the front heater core, the blower motor, and fan resistor. While I'm in there, replacing the ignition switch, passenger side wiper assembly, and possibly add some LED lighting. That should keep me busy for a bit.
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theDrew · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 10:11 am Post subject:

EJ25 conversion!
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torchmonkey · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 12:15 pm Post subject:

New bushings all around and Koni adjustables.
Replace AC compressor (mine is frozen) with one a used one I acquired recently.

Atadloco · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 1:00 pm Post subject:

EJ25, trans rebuild and taller 3rd and 4th, new springs (GW 1.5 springs), new shocks (Monroe sensa trac with coil over) and a few little things. Should be a great 2013 for traveling!!!

photogdave · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 1:16 pm Post subject:

Replace all window seals, tint rear windows, small rust repair.
And, of course, whatever random thing that decides to break!
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ranchero · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 3:22 pm Post subject:

Seam rust! Actually I just started it. Hopefully it will be a 2012 job.
Revise/improve layout of auxiliary electrical system.
Get rid of that pinche knock sensor code - on "the list" for four years.
Drive to Alaska.
And perhaps say "hi" to Dave ^ on the way.
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photogdave · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 5:23 pm Post subject:

Corwyn · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:14 pm Post subject:

~ New tent and foam headliner (NorthWesty)
~ Offroad lights
~ New alternator wiring harness
~ Replace Radiator fan switch and resistor
~ Anything lse that breaks between now and next Christmas!
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Timwhy · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:29 pm Post subject:

MayorMcCheese · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:45 pm Post subject:

koni adjustables and probably some new front end bushings. Maybe finally replace the leaky steering rack.
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SteveVanB · Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:48 pm Post subject:

Paint. Finally.....Its looked like this for far to long Embarassed

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