[T3] Invasion Parts

Vern Creamer vccreamer at cox.net
Wed Jun 13 22:08:40 PDT 2012


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On Jun 13, 2012, at 3:44 PM, type3-vwtype3.org-request at lists.vwtype3.org wrote:

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>   1. Re: Brad Penn Question (Jonathan Stiles)
>   2. Re: Brad Penn Question (Jonathan Stiles)
>   3. Re: Invasion parts, last call. (Keith Park)
>   4. Squareback Rear Hatch (Gary Forsmo)
>   5. '69 FI question (steve crispino)
>   6. more oil stuff... (Brian Fye)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:16:18 -0600
> From: Jonathan Stiles <misterstiles at gmail.com>
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Cc: "type3-vwtype3.org at lists.vwtype3.org"
>    <type3-vwtype3.org at lists.vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Brad Penn Question
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> Terrie,
> 
> The previous owner of your VW was right. You most likely didn't see it as
> recommended because few Auto Parts Stores carry it and many people have to
> order it by the case. If you have a mechanic, have the shop order it for
> you.
> 
> Brad Penn 20W-50 oil is fine in every respect for use in your Fastback,
> filter or no filter. There is no danger of running it. You can switch
> around to other oils all you like with few problems. However, the lack of
> Zinc (ZDDP) in other oils will harm your motor if used for prolonged
> periods. Brad Penn is highly regarded in the VW racing and rebuilding world
> and has a very good reputation as being "the best" out there.
> 
> The partial synthetic composition of Brad Penn oil has been designed to
> give the superior lubrication properties of synthetics without having
> heat-soak and without aggressive detergents that often come in a full
> synthetic oil. Brad Penn formulated their oils for the vintage and classic
> car markets, and the 20W-50 specifically for aircooled and vintage vehicles
> with a broad heat range.
> 
> Valvoline VR1 20W-50 Non-Synthetic Racing oil is a great alternative to
> Brad Penn if BP is not readily available. I have used both for many years,
> but Brad Penn is a superior product.
> 
> I know I sound like a salesperson but I can't help it. Brad Penn's West
> Coast distribution center is down the street from my shop.
> 
> Jon Stiles
> 
> On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 7:02 AM, Terrie Ann Schmearer <
> terrieann.schmearer at yahoo.com> wrote:
> 
>> I purchased a '72 Fastback in March. The man I bought it from told me to
>> only use Brad Penn Oil. I've been reading the thread on the different types
>> of oil and was surprised to see that Brad Penn wasn't recommended. My
>> question is since I've been using it, should I continue or should I change
>> to something else. If I change what should I change to? It's the original
>> engine with 107,000 miles on it. Doesn't leak or burn oil.
>> Thank you,
>> Terrie Ann Schmearer
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> Message: 2
> Date: Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:16:18 -0600
> From: Jonathan Stiles <misterstiles at gmail.com>
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Cc: "type3-vwtype3.org at lists.vwtype3.org"
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> Subject: Re: [T3] Brad Penn Question
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> Terrie,
> 
> The previous owner of your VW was right. You most likely didn't see it as
> recommended because few Auto Parts Stores carry it and many people have to
> order it by the case. If you have a mechanic, have the shop order it for
> you.
> 
> Brad Penn 20W-50 oil is fine in every respect for use in your Fastback,
> filter or no filter. There is no danger of running it. You can switch
> around to other oils all you like with few problems. However, the lack of
> Zinc (ZDDP) in other oils will harm your motor if used for prolonged
> periods. Brad Penn is highly regarded in the VW racing and rebuilding world
> and has a very good reputation as being "the best" out there.
> 
> The partial synthetic composition of Brad Penn oil has been designed to
> give the superior lubrication properties of synthetics without having
> heat-soak and without aggressive detergents that often come in a full
> synthetic oil. Brad Penn formulated their oils for the vintage and classic
> car markets, and the 20W-50 specifically for aircooled and vintage vehicles
> with a broad heat range.
> 
> Valvoline VR1 20W-50 Non-Synthetic Racing oil is a great alternative to
> Brad Penn if BP is not readily available. I have used both for many years,
> but Brad Penn is a superior product.
> 
> I know I sound like a salesperson but I can't help it. Brad Penn's West
> Coast distribution center is down the street from my shop.
> 
> Jon Stiles
> 
> On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 7:02 AM, Terrie Ann Schmearer <
> terrieann.schmearer at yahoo.com> wrote:
> 
>> I purchased a '72 Fastback in March. The man I bought it from told me to
>> only use Brad Penn Oil. I've been reading the thread on the different types
>> of oil and was surprised to see that Brad Penn wasn't recommended. My
>> question is since I've been using it, should I continue or should I change
>> to something else. If I change what should I change to? It's the original
>> engine with 107,000 miles on it. Doesn't leak or burn oil.
>> Thank you,
>> Terrie Ann Schmearer
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> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 12 Jun 2012 19:38:47 -0400
> From: "Keith Park" <topnotch at nycap.rr.com>
> To: <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Invasion parts, last call.
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> I have good fronts, Ill have to see if I can fit that in now though, the car
> is partially packed.  Send me a message off list and Ill have a look see
> tomorrow.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Keith
> 
> 
> Top Notch Restorations
> topnotch at nycap.rr.com 
> http://www.a383ina68.addr.com/radiorest/main.htm
> 71 Squareback "Hothe"
> 65 Notchback "El Baja Rojo"
> 65 Squareback "Eggcrate"
> 87 golf "Winterat"
> 93 RX7 "Redstur"
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org
> [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org] On Behalf Of Daniel K.
> Du Vall
> Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 10:16 AM
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: Re: [T3] Invasion parts, last call.
> 
> Drivers side front fender $ ? 72? ;-)
> 
> Daniel Du Vall
> http://1peter4-10.org
> http://volkswageninsanity.us
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org
> [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org] On Behalf Of Keith Park
> Sent: Monday, June 11, 2012 8:16 PM
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] Invasion parts, last call.
> 
> Last call if anyone needs anything at the invasion, seals, parts, glass,
> body parts. let me know .
> 
> Keith
> 
> 
> Top Notch Restorations
> topnotch at nycap.rr.com
> http://www.a383ina68.addr.com/radiorest/main.htm
> 71 Squareback "Hothe"
> 65 Notchback "El Baja Rojo"
> 65 Squareback "Eggcrate"
> 87 golf "Winterat"
> 93 RX7 "Redstur"
> 
> 
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> Message: 4
> Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:43:33 -0500
> From: Gary Forsmo <gbforsmo at gmail.com>
> To: type3-vwtype3.org at lists.vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] Squareback Rear Hatch
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> I'm working on the 1969 Squareback right rear hatch hinge.
> 
> It wants to "hang up" and bend/spring the hinge arm when I try to
> lower the hatch from the full-up position.  With an (inordinate)
> amount of down-force on the hatch, the torsion bars(?) or bars inside
> the area where everything is connected, finally emits a loud "snap"
> and allows the lid to be closed. But it surely doesn't operate as it
> should.
> Maybe 43 years of ups-and-downs may have worn some of the pivot points.
> 
> I really don't need this aggravation with less than a week to go
> before departure for the Invasion.
> 
> Is this a common problem on Squares?  Fasty's?
> Do the pivot points need to be re-bushed?
> Lubricated?
> Other fixes?
> 
> I believe there is supposed to be an slight angle in the middle of
> each arm.  But, the right arm seems to have a slightly greater angle
> to it than the left.  It may have been bent because of exerting too
> much down-force on the arms, rods, pivots, etc., before it  "snaps"
> and is allowed close.
> 
> Gary "Frito" - '69 Variant, FI, MT
> Rockport, TX (winter)
> Lake Geneva, WI (summer)
> 
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> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:30:35 -0400
> From: steve crispino <steve.crispino at gmail.com>
> To: type3-vwtype3.org at lists.vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] '69 FI question
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> Still working on returning the '69 Fastback to FI.  Question: how is the
> fuel tank vented?  The PO had a vent line (attached by t-connector in the
> overflow tube hose) running directly to the spare tire well!  Is there any
> vapor capture mechanism, or does it just vent to the atmosphere?
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> Message: 6
> Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:46:52 -0700
> From: Brian Fye <bfye at canyonville.net>
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] more oil stuff...
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> I did an msds check on several oils that used to be good for our
> engines.  Delo, Rottella and havoline Diesel all no longer have ZDDP
> in them.  So, be aware!  The castrol GTX Diesel has it.  They are even
> brave enough to put it on the label...  And for those like me that are
> cheap, it is priced. Around 3.25 per quart here!
> 
> -- 
> Brian Fye
> Canyonville Christian Academy
> 541 839 4401 ext. 110
> 
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