[T3] type3-vwtype3.org Digest, Vol 38, Issue 6

Edward Morton edward.morton at me.com
Wed Nov 6 14:01:53 PST 2013


You can remove me now I don't find these useful 

Edward


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> Today's Topics:
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>   1. Re: Planning the Type 3 Invasion (Keith Park)
>   2. Re: Planning the Type 3 Invasion (Bobsnotch at aol.com)
>   3. Re: Planning the Type 3 Invasion (Bobsnotch at aol.com)
>   4. Re: Planning the Type 3 Invasion (maroblll at coqui.net)
>   5. Re: Planning the Type 3 Invasion Trip (Adriel Rowley)
>   6. Re: Planning the Type 3 Invasion Trip (Adriel Rowley)
>   7. Throttle Valve Switch (Dennis Stiefel)
>   8. Re: Throttle Valve Switch (Keith Park)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 19:23:37 -0500
> From: "Keith Park" <topnotch at nycap.rr.com>
> To: <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion
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> Almost a must see is Niagara Falls, drives thru the Adirondacks are always
> nice, as is Vermont.  Lots of neat stuff to see in the Northeast.  IF your
> into cities then Boston and NYC are only a few hours away from the invasion,
> but do keep in mind that they are not T3 friendly,  Traffic is a nightmare!
> Ive driven the Square thru Boston, but never NYC.
> 
> 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 Adriel
> Rowley
> Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 3:28 PM
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion
> 
> Stopped by A.A.A. and picked up a stack of maps. I see what Mapquest wants
> me to do, but thought to check and see if there was better route or a point
> of joining a caravan. Route so far is I40, I44, I70, then has the route
> jumping all over. Thinking while in the area and after the Invasion, make a
> couple stops, one of which is of coarse Philip Johnson's Glass House. ;p
> Thinking of also renewing my passport incase need to come into New York from
> the West? Also looks like it only add a couple days to drive through the
> northeast including couple Canadian Provinces (Seen the Yukon, and been to
> B.C. and Ontario (latter all by myself). With my heath the way it is, taking
> advantage of opportunities. ;|
> 
> 
> Thank you so very much!
> Adriel
> 
> 
> -------------------------
> 
> 1971 Sunroof Squareback with F.I. - Located in Coastal San Diego County
> 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD-T - Dog Wgn
> Master's Student, A.S.U., living in north central Mesa, AZ
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> Message: 2
> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 19:53:19 -0500 (EST)
> From: Bobsnotch at aol.com
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion
> Message-ID: <d973e.332b9d88.3faaecfe at aol.com>
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> In a message dated 11/5/2013 3:28:14 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,  
> adriel_rowley at hotmail.com writes:
> 
> Stopped by A.A.A. and picked up a stack of maps. I see what  Mapquest wants 
> me to do, but thought to check and see if there was better  route or a 
> point of joining a caravan. Route so far is I40, I44, I70, then has  the route 
> jumping all over.
> 
> That sounds about right. It'll probably want you going east and north,  
> maybe even both at the same time, eventually dumping you onto  I-90. 
> 
> I think for us, it'll be I-94W to I-75S to I-80E (in Toledo) to  I-90E. The 
> parts I-80 and I-90 will be toll roads for us. Just something to  keep in 
> mind, as not all Interstates are free. 
> In your case, I know I-44 thru Oklahoma is toll road for sure, as I  was on 
> it back in September. From OKC to the Missouri state line costs 8  bucks in 
> tolls. After that, it was all free highway going east.
> 
> Bob 65  Notch S w/Sunroof and IRS aka Krusty
> 64 T-34 Ghia aka Wolfie
> 71  Square-vert under  construction
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> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 20:02:08 -0500 (EST)
> From: Bobsnotch at aol.com
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion
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> In a message dated 11/5/2013 7:23:55 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,  
> topnotch at nycap.rr.com writes:
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> Almost a must see is Niagara Falls, drives thru the Adirondacks are  always
> nice, as is Vermont.  Lots of neat stuff to see in the  Northeast.
> 
> I bet you know all sorts of good places to see in the North east. If  
> Adriel gets his passport updated, then he can go see parts of New Brunswick,  and 
> even Nova Scotia. Some really cool stuff to see up that way (I grew up in  
> the NE as a kid). : )  
> 
> Bob 65  Notch S w/Sunroof and IRS aka Krusty
> 64 T-34 Ghia aka Wolfie
> 71  Square-vert under  construction
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> Message: 4
> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 17:17:09 -0800
> From: <maroblll at coqui.net>
> To: <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion
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> AR:
> 
> Thanks for the reminder.  I need to check on my passport as well if I
> decide to go and catch a ride with any of you... ;)
> 
> Jos?
> 
> <-----Original Message----->
> 
>           From: Adriel Rowley [adriel_rowley at hotmail.com]
> Sent: 5/11/2013 4:28:05 PM
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion 
> 
> Stopped by A.A.A. and picked up a stack of maps. I see what Mapquest
> wants me to do, but thought to check and see if there was better route
> or a point of joining a caravan. Route so far is I40, I44, I70, then has
> the route jumping all over. Thinking while in the area and after the
> Invasion, make a couple stops, one of which is of coarse Philip
> Johnson's Glass House. ;p Thinking of also renewing my passport incase
> need to come into New York from the West? Also looks like it only add a
> couple days to drive through the northeast including couple Canadian
> Provinces (Seen the Yukon, and been to B.C. and Ontario (latter all by
> myself). With my heath the way it is, taking advantage of opportunities.
> ;| 
> 
> 
> Thank you so very much! 
> Adriel 
> 
> 
> ------------------------- 
> 
> 1971 Sunroof Squareback with F.I. - Located in Coastal San Diego County 
> 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD-T - Dog Wgn 
> Master's Student, A.S.U., living in north central Mesa, AZ 
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> Message: 5
> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 20:07:55 -0800
> From: Adriel Rowley <adriel_rowley at hotmail.com>
> To: "type3 at vwtype3.org" <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion Trip
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>> Almost a must see is Niagara Falls, drives thru the Adirondacks are always
>> nice, as is Vermont. Lots of neat stuff to see in the Northeast. IF your
>> into cities then Boston and NYC are only a few hours away from the invasion,
>> but do keep in mind that they are not T3 friendly, Traffic is a nightmare!
>> Ive driven the Square thru Boston, but never NYC.
> Keith, thank you so very much for all the help! :D
> 
> Yep, once I sent the letter, dawned on me. I am almost thinking it be easier 
> to see it Wednesday the 18th. I75 to 401 to 403 to DEW, then I90 into 
> Fairport. Would the I81 take me through a portion of the Adirondacks? I was 
> planning to take that to the 401 along the St. Lawrence River, since I remember 
> that from years ago in history classes.
> 
> How about just going to Castle Garden and get heck out of there?! I have had to
> deal with plenty of student drivers who still think they are in New Jersey
> and/or New York!
> 
>> That sounds about right. It'll probably want you going east and north,
>> maybe even both at the same time, eventually dumping you onto I-90.
>> 
>> I think for us, it'll be I-94W to I-75S to I-80E (in Toledo) to I-90E. The
>> parts I-80 and I-90 will be toll roads for us. Just something to keep in
>> mind, as not all Interstates are free.
>> In your case, I know I-44 thru Oklahoma is toll road for sure, as I was on
>> it back in September. From OKC to the Missouri state line costs 8 bucks in
>> tolls. After that, it was all free highway going east.
> Bob, thank you so very much for all the help! :D
> 
> The nice thing about A.A.A. maps is they are clearly marked, however don't give 
> prices, of course. I figured on taking $25 in quarters as know that is all they
> take and are very expensive.
> 
> I see the I44 is toll, but be a pain to avoid? 
> 
>> I bet you know all sorts of good places to see in the North east. If
>> Adriel gets his passport updated, then he can go see parts of New Brunswick, and
>> even Nova Scotia. Some really cool stuff to see up that way (I grew up in
>> the NE as a kid). : )
> I actually found my passport from my Sophomore year of High School! You all 
> should see it, as quite humorous how much I have changed! l.o.l. Good until 30
> June 2014, so should be alright.
> 
> So will take the 401 to 20 to 185 or better be 132 to 11; basically Rochester to
> Syracuse, to Montreal, one of two ways to Moncton. Since I am taking the Mercedes,
> tempted to cross the bridge into Prince Edward just to say I have been there. If I
> do that, might be easier to take the ferry from Wood Islands to New Glasgow. I see 
> that Cape Breton/Cabot Trail is worth the trek. Only way back is through Moncton. 
>> From there, Saint John to Bangor Maine.Then thinking to take the 2 to I93 down to
> Boston to see old Iron Sides. That cross off a few states that way. I95 though 
> Providence to cross of Rhode Island. Then see the Glass House. Might drive by the 
> Statue of Liberty, but don't know if possible without getting into an accident?? 
> Can't go inside anymore, so see no point stopping. Wait a minute! Went and looked, 
> and Castle Garden is where my Mennonite ancestors came though and is stopping point 
> for going to Statue of Liberty! So will stop at Castle Garden and move on; got to 
> keep costs down. ;) Then not sure how to get down to Philly to see Independence Hall. 
>> From there seen enough except West Virginia, so I70 to I68 to I79 to I64 and back
> onto I70 and home. Looking at it all, the second part should be no more than a week,
> right? Hardest part will be finding a place to stay for the night. Thought is to 
> just drive and see the country, rather than stop. Unless of course I see otherwise
> or feel the need when there. Will have my Service Dog, so no rush to get back so 
> long as I have bread. ;) Figure better to enjoy life while I don't have a job or a 
> wife.
> 
> When I want to Toronto A.I.A.S. convention, I had a whole day to myself. I went 
> all over and made sure to go to the C.N. Tower and stop in China Town for look 
> round and have lunch. I bought a pair of nice wood sandals, but someone ate them... 
> [look over to Ember laying beside my chair] I like at times to be unstructured and 
> see what I can find. I have gone though some very rough areas, but since I stay to 
> myself and act if I belong, haven't had trouble. Also while in Toronto was the time I 
> was living with roommates that spoke British English, so with the fact that I looked 
> lightly dressed (mid winter), was being asked directions! ;) l.o.l. I grew up fast 
> then and the last Invasion trip, so thinking this be good for me now I am going though
> a phase change. ;)
> 
> 
> Thank you so very much!
> Adriel
> 
> -------------------------
> 
> 1971 Sunroof Squareback with F.I. - Located in Coastal San Diego County
> 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD-T - Dog Wgn
> Master's Student, A.S.U., living in north central Mesa, AZ                         
> 
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> Message: 6
> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 20:12:05 -0800
> From: Adriel Rowley <adriel_rowley at hotmail.com>
> To: "type3 at vwtype3.org" <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion Trip
> Message-ID: <COL131-W8345E010F61FA9424F518D9DF00 at phx.gbl>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
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> ----------------------------------------
>> From: maroblll at coqui.net
>> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
>> Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 17:17:09 -0800
>> Subject: Re: [T3] Planning the Type 3 Invasion
>> 
>> AR:
> That is a new one! Been called a lot of nick names, but never A.R..
> 
>> Thanks for the reminder. I need to check on my passport as well if I
>> decide to go and catch a ride with any of you... ;)
> I try and always have a current passport, as live near the border so
> don't know if there be a reason. Figure lasts 10 years, so not a hassle
> like a auto plate. Luckily didn't miss the deadline...
> 
> 
> Take care!
> Adriel                         
> 
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> Message: 7
> Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2013 11:24:26 -0600
> From: "Dennis Stiefel" <dlstiefel at dekalbk12.org>
> To: <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: [T3] Throttle Valve Switch
> Message-ID: <007801cedb15$0b4572e0$21d058a0$@dekalbk12.org>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
> 
> OK I adjusted the TVS the way Jim instructs on his help sheet for that.  It
> helped some but it still has some skipping during light acceleration just
> enough to be annoying. It still runs better with it unplugged.  I tried
> goggling a sensor for this but all I could come up with was ones for Beetle,
> Buses, and 914s.  Does anybody carry this switch or will one for one of the
> other vehicles mention work?  Jim do you have one?  If not who dose?     
> 
> 
> 
> Dennis Stiefel
> 
> 72 Fastback FI MT
> 
> Rainsville, AL
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> Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2013 15:44:05 -0500
> From: "Keith Park" <topnotch at nycap.rr.com>
> To: <type3 at vwtype3.org>
> Subject: Re: [T3] Throttle Valve Switch
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> Unplug it, still skips?  Not the problem.
> Stops skipping?  Then replace the switch.
> 
> This may be mixture related, whats your gas mileage?
> 
> 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 Dennis
> Stiefel
> Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2013 12:24 PM
> To: type3 at vwtype3.org
> Subject: [T3] Throttle Valve Switch
> 
> OK I adjusted the TVS the way Jim instructs on his help sheet for that.  It
> helped some but it still has some skipping during light acceleration just
> enough to be annoying. It still runs better with it unplugged.  I tried
> goggling a sensor for this but all I could come up with was ones for Beetle,
> Buses, and 914s.  Does anybody carry this switch or will one for one of the
> other vehicles mention work?  Jim do you have one?  If not who dose?     
> 
> 
> 
> Dennis Stiefel
> 
> 72 Fastback FI MT
> 
> Rainsville, AL
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