Unfortunately, due to the how the balance tube is fitted, there is no good way to do it on video. I pop the fittings in completely blind. I recommend putting some Vaseline in the rubber grommets and in the fitting ends that go into the grommets. takes some strong wrists to push them in the new seals.
All 1980-1992 Vanagons came with sliding midde windows (Passenger and Westfalia). My Orange 1983 Westfalia has them, and I installed rear sliding windows in my Gold 1985. They are in my other videos. :-)
@@itsastevething. You must have missed my reference to the open window behind the sliding door shown at 0:11s, which in Vanagon circles is called the "guillotine window". I actually have the forward-sliding rear window on the driver's side, which was only sold in Europe as an option. That window is very hard to find, and expensive.
@Gnarlodious Oh, very nice. I am familiar with that window but missed the reference. Long cold days I suppose. I was tempted to install those originals but wanted the rear bench to have an opening window on each side.
If you have a leak when filling it is more likely the filler tube, or a seal at the fuel tank itself. However, for expansion tanks - There are a couple ways to diagnose faulty expansion tanks. Visible cracks in the tanks and/or a smell of fuel in the wheel wells after driving. Splashback at the fuel filler when filling up which could mean either the valves on top of the tanks are stuck closed (most likely), or if the tanks are cracked the hose ports are clogged with dirt and debris. Best way to know for certain is to remove the single nut/washer holding each tank and visually look for cracks; and you can also check the grommets. The valves on top can be checked by flipping the tanks over and listening for a light plastic clunk sound which means the valves are not stuck. However if your hoses are original this action could damage them if not they aren't faulty already. Hope this helps, I try to be as descriptive as possible with diagnosis.
You are very good at explaining and showing every step Steve. Thank you I am going out to change the seals in my 1985 Transporter right now. Thank you
Thank you, I wanted to make an easy to follow video to help.
I wish you good luck with your project!
Fantastic video
Thank you! 😊
You are a real pro - both Mechanic and video producer!
Thank you! I appreciate your support!
I would have liked to see you reconnect the balance tube to the tank.
Unfortunately, due to the how the balance tube is fitted, there is no good way to do it on video. I pop the fittings in completely blind. I recommend putting some Vaseline in the rubber grommets and in the fitting ends that go into the grommets. takes some strong wrists to push them in the new seals.
That job is a bi*ch.
Steve, you are awesome! Anyone can see the love you put into the labor. Inspiration for us all!
Thank you so very much Grant! Much appreciated!
Thank you Steve
That was so help full!
I'm happy to know it helped you!
Nice to see a van with the very rare guillotine window!
All 1980-1992 Vanagons came with sliding midde windows (Passenger and Westfalia).
My Orange 1983 Westfalia has them, and I installed rear sliding windows in my Gold 1985. They are in my other videos. :-)
@@itsastevething. You must have missed my reference to the open window behind the sliding door shown at 0:11s, which in Vanagon circles is called the "guillotine window". I actually have the forward-sliding rear window on the driver's side, which was only sold in Europe as an option. That window is very hard to find, and expensive.
@Gnarlodious Oh, very nice. I am familiar with that window but missed the reference. Long cold days I suppose.
I was tempted to install those originals but wanted the rear bench to have an opening window on each side.
Doing good, like ur vlogs
Thanks Hoss! I appreciate your support!
Fantastic video. Do you mind saying what the repair cost?
Hey Steve, how did you know that your expansion tanks needed replacing ? I have a leak when overfilling.
If you have a leak when filling it is more likely the filler tube, or a seal at the fuel tank itself.
However, for expansion tanks -
There are a couple ways to diagnose faulty expansion tanks. Visible cracks in the tanks and/or a smell of fuel in the wheel wells after driving. Splashback at the fuel filler when filling up which could mean either the valves on top of the tanks are stuck closed (most likely), or if the tanks are cracked the hose ports are clogged with dirt and debris.
Best way to know for certain is to remove the single nut/washer holding each tank and visually look for cracks; and you can also check the grommets.
The valves on top can be checked by flipping the tanks over and listening for a light plastic clunk sound which means the valves are not stuck. However if your hoses are original this action could damage them if not they aren't faulty already.
Hope this helps, I try to be as descriptive as possible with diagnosis.