- 1. Re: Pilot Bushing Woes (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 9 Dec 2005 10:40:55 EST
- Not sure why, but my '75 TR6 used a GT6 pilot bushing. Regards, Vic Snively '75 TR6 w/AC
- /html/6pack/2005-12/msg00052.html (6,330 bytes)
- 2. Re: Pack new wheel bearings? (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 9 Jul 2005 20:50:22 EDT
- This is the same method my dad taught me. He learned it packin' duece-and-a-half wheel bearings in the Korean War. Regards, Vic Snively '75 TR6 w/AC
- /html/6pack/2005-07/msg00143.html (6,684 bytes)
- 3. Re: Boot light (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 19:03:46 EDT
- My neighbor had several VWs (non-Beetles) with this arrangement. Boot light on only with parking lights or headlights "on". Maybe it's a European thing ?? Regards, Vic Snively '75 TR6 w/AC
- /html/6pack/2005-07/msg00337.html (7,861 bytes)
- 4. Re: FW: plugging off the hot water to the manifold (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 12 Jun 2005 11:27:54 EDT
- Rick / Robert, There are (2) BSP threads. One is BSPP (parallel) and the other is BSPT (tapered). You can find these locally at a Parker walk-in store. If you are in an industrial area, you will have
- /html/6pack/2005-06/msg00142.html (6,837 bytes)
- 5. Re: gl-4 gear oil in usa pacific nw (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2005 05:59:50 EDT
- I found the Sta-Lube GL-4 at a local Sears Hardware in 1-quart bottles. Regards, Vic Snively '75 TR6 w/AC
- /html/6pack/2005-06/msg00332.html (7,328 bytes)
- 6. Carb float bowl bottom plug (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2005 10:53:10 EDT
- Can these be re-used, or do they typically break in the removal process ?? I need to replace the o-rings. Thanks in advance for your responses. Regards, Vic Snively '75 TR6 w/AC
- /html/6pack/2005-04/msg00097.html (6,394 bytes)
- 7. Re: External oil feed line (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 27 Apr 2005 12:45:19 EDT
- A roll pin is similar to a shear pin. I think the biggest difference is that a shear pin is designed to be a sacrificial component, whereas a roll pin is not. Some shear pins are solid, and roll pin
- /html/6pack/2005-04/msg00392.html (8,125 bytes)
- 8. Seal kit question (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 24 Mar 2005 08:18:35 EST
- Does anyone have an application guide to Lucas Girling seal kits ?? I have a kit # SP24902 designated for master cylinder repair (brake master, I assume). It resembles the TRF kit number, but is not
- /html/6pack/2005-03/msg00413.html (6,279 bytes)
- 9. $35K TR6 (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 3 Nov 2004 12:41:38 EST
- I see references occassionally on the list regarding a $35K TR6 (on Ebay ?). Perhaps I was sleeping and missed this, or are we just being facetious regarding our cars' values ? ( I did see the brown
- /html/6pack/2004-11/msg00011.html (6,336 bytes)
- 10. Re: Instrument Repair (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 9 Nov 2004 08:06:06 EST
- Speaking of instrument repair, my trip odometer is right on (checked it against highway mile markers), but the speedo is a little shy (checked it against the police dept's portable radar units. Spee
- /html/6pack/2004-11/msg00074.html (6,742 bytes)
- 11. Oil pressure switch (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 11 Oct 2004 14:21:05 EDT
- My oil pressure switch has failed annually for the last 5 years. Just replaced this year's switch yesterday. Anyone else experiencing this ? Any ideas as to the cause ? I have purchased them from th
- /html/6pack/2004-10/msg00098.html (6,906 bytes)
- 12. Re: Oil pressure switch (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 11 Oct 2004 16:41:34 EDT
- Should have elaborated. "Failed" means that the oil pressure and brake warning lights do not illuminate when the key is turned on at start-up (minimal oil pressure). I honestly can't remember if the
- /html/6pack/2004-10/msg00101.html (6,807 bytes)
- 13. Re: Mice! (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 17 Jul 2004 08:55:43 EDT
- I believe this technique was discussed on the list, and I've heard it elsewhere as well. Mice apparently are repelled by "Bounce", those anti-static sheets that are used in a clothes dryer. I recent
- /html/6pack/2004-07/msg00186.html (7,152 bytes)
- 14. Re: Oil Filter O ring size (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Wed, 4 Feb 2004 18:22:11 EST
- If I measured my sample correctly, you need a size -243. This is an industry-standard o-ring size as a Quad Ring (Minnesota Rubber registered trademark) directly replaces an o-ring. Dimensionally, i
- /html/6pack/2004-02/msg00055.html (7,176 bytes)
- 15. Re: distributer O ring update (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Sun, 11 Jan 2004 09:59:39 EST
- FWIW, the 1/16" c/s o-ring is an industry stamdard size, AS568-021, or commonly called "dash 021". HTH, Regards, Vic Snively 75 TR6
- /html/6pack/2004-01/msg00172.html (6,330 bytes)
- 16. Re: clutch choice (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 12 Jan 2004 08:24:10 EST
- I replaced mine (4) years ago. I bought the British Parts Northwest kit. It uses a Sachs pressure plate, Borg & Beck friction disc, and a Toyota Forerunner T/O bearing. I've put 6K miles on it, no p
- /html/6pack/2004-01/msg00184.html (6,838 bytes)
- 17. Re: Rear Tow in, out? (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2003 08:50:21 EST
- Regarding your pinion seal leak--I found out the hard way that if you use the original leather-lipped seal, it should be soaked in oil for a few days to make it more pliable. I installed (2) of them
- /html/6pack/2003-11/msg00002.html (6,949 bytes)
- 18. Re: Alternator rebuild charges (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2003 08:56:16 EST
- Dayton, OH-area alternator rebuild was $69 plus tax, with warranty (1999 price). Nice work those guys did. A reputable starter / alternator shop. Regards, Vic Snively 75 TR6
- /html/6pack/2003-11/msg00003.html (6,508 bytes)
- 19. TRF Sale (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2003 09:42:57 EDT
- Apparently, TRF started a new sale last week on Oct.1. Has anyone rec'd sale flyers / catalogs ? Maybe I just need to be patient ? Thanks, Vic Snively 75 TR6
- /html/6pack/2003-10/msg00113.html (6,218 bytes)
- 20. carpet kits (score: 1)
- Author: Vsnively@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2003 07:39:59 EDT
- Am considering replacing the original interior carpet in my '75 TR6. It is black, and I want the replacement to be as close to original as possible. Pricing and descriptions seem to run the gamut fr
- /html/6pack/2003-08/msg00521.html (6,796 bytes)
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