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PostPosted: Wed Feb 26, 2014 10:58 am    Post subject: Proposal for a Repair Videos Sticky or Announcement Topic Reply with quote

This new topic would help us build a library of videos to add to our collection of great information. The posts could be new videos or old ones you have found online, which I'm sure there are tons of.
I know there are write ups on just about everything you could ever want to repair but sometimes seeing someone do the repair is much more helpful.
And now that most everyone has a smartphone with video capabilities it seems like a great new addition to the forum.

For those who would like to create a video, to help fill in the gaps or improve on a not so great video, here are a few tips:
    1. Keep the video as step by step as possible.
    2. Outline the problem, and solution.
    3. Mention any specialty tools/skills that are required for the repair.
    4. Make sure you have good lighting and clear audio. (YouTube will remove videos if there is recognizable copyrighted music playing in the background.)
    5. Try to limit the time you have loud power tools in the video. If you feel its important try to edit the video so to lower the volume of the tool. (No one wants to hear a metal grinder going off for 10 minutes.)
    6. Summarize the repair (time,cost,added supplies or tools) and mention anything you would do differently next time.
    7. Post the video to YouTube, and make a playlist if you have more than one video on each repair.
    8. Send me a private message about your video so I can update the post for you.


If you have found an existing repair video that you think would be a good addition send me a private message about the video so I can add it to the post for you.

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Vanagon Repair Video Index

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This Index is sectioned and enumerated to match the Bentley Service Manual for Vanagons.

General Info

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Engine, Cooling, Fuel, Exhaust, Ignition, Electrical

    General info
    Cylinder heads & valve drive
    Lubrication system
    Cooling system
    Fuel system
    Exhaust/emissions system
    Electrical: battery, starter, alternator, ground locations
    Solar set-ups
    Ignition system


Engine Conversions/Swaps

    General info
    Subaru
    Volkswagen I-4, 1.8T, VR6
    Zetec/Bostig
    Tiico
    Audi
    Porsche
    Diesel
    Air-cooled to water-cooled


Clutch & Transmission

    Clutch, controls
    Torque converter
    Manual transmission
    Automatic transmission
    Differential
    Transmission swaps/alternatives


Suspension, Steering, Brakes, & Tires

    Front wheel suspension
    Rear wheel suspension
    Wheels, tires, alignment
    Brakes
    Steering


Body (Interior, Exterior) & HVAC
    Hoods/lids (aka rear hatch)
    Doors
    Sunroof
    Tarpaulin
    Bumpers
    Glass, window regulators
    Body accessories (side moldings, mirrors, awnings, etc.)
    Seat belts
    Interior trim
    Seats
    Heater/ventilation
    Air conditioner
    Insulation, sound-deadening
    Rust


Camper
    Roof: pop-top/high-top
    Interior panels
    Storage & cabinets
    Tables
    Water tank(s)
    Plumbing
    Sink
    Fridge
    Stove
    Propane tank
    Seats & beds


Electrical System

    Instruments, radio
    Windshield wiper & washer
    Lights
    Accessories (inverters and such)
    Wiring & ground locations


Modified, Restored, Rebuilt Vans

    Various modified vans
    Various builds
    Various restorations
    Various rustorations


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PostPosted: Sat Mar 08, 2014 9:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

under construction

General Info


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 08, 2014 6:14 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

under construction

Engine, Cooling, Fuel, Exhaust, Ignition, Electrical


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 08, 2014 6:17 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

under construction

Engine Conversions/Swaps


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 08, 2014 6:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

under construction

Clutch & Transmission


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under construction

Suspension, Steering, Brakes, & Tires


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Body (Interior, Exterior) & HVAC


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Camper


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Electrical System

    Instruments, radio
    Windshield wiper & washer
    Lights
    Accessories (inverters and such)
    Wiring & ground locations


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Modified, Restored, Rebuilt Vans

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    Various restorations
    Various rustorations
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PostPosted: Tue May 20, 2014 1:03 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Refreshing the thread as I've added more videos and I'm putting a call out for repair videos.
If you know of a good repair video or would like to make a new one to fill in the holes, shoot me a message and I'll add it/them to the list!

Thanks in advance!
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