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  • On Oil Coolers, Cooling System Design and Engine Life
    Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
    Fri, 19 Nov 2004 17:44:17 EST
    ...This unit is thermally controlled with pressure bypass to minimize all oil cooler problems save leaks. The oil cooler lines from the filter stand...
  • Re: oil pressure
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Pfrommer
    Sun, 6 May 2007 23:20:49 -0700
    ...Should the gears touch the cover to not let oil >>>> bypass them? With this gasket of ~1mm certainly oil can bypass the >>>> gears. >>>> Or...
  • Re: 85 & 86
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Mon, 1 May 2006 14:18:43 -0400
    ...Bypass/Bleeder Assy in engine compartment - blasted thing's made of plastic and promptly fell apart when trying to replace the 8mm ID Bypass...
  • Re: Oil/gas leak from passenger cv joint
    Historical mailing list - Zach Hale
    Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:31:51 -0500
    I'm trying to disconnect the hoses to bypass the firewall plastic piece. Are you saying I should replace the entire hose from the...
  • Re: What did you do for your Vanagon this week?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:23:44 -0700
    ...Discovered why its interior light doesn't go on (bad 12V power supply at provided terminals) and bypassed them. Wrote Vitrifrigo customer service about...
  • Re: Now My Jetta conversion won't start --- :^( --- (longish)
    Historical mailing list - Ikard
    Tue, 17 Jun 2008 21:46:00 -0700
    ...In my email I mention the new parts being put in before problem. (old parts worn) With the exception of the fuel filter, I...
  • Re: Still need HELP with hot start problem 84 Vanagon!
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 3 Sep 2012 18:28:07 -0700
    ...and fuel filters must always be checked for any weird starting or running condition. at the minimum.. restricted /weak fuel delivery and supply system...
  • Re: Help for a guy in Belgium
    Historical mailing list - Chris Bracken
    Wed, 17 Jan 2001 22:18:46 -0800
    ...Help for a guy in Belgium > > > Change the fuel filter - more than likely he sucked up some sludge on the > > bottom of the tank...
  • Re: What did you do for your Vanagon this week?
    Historical mailing list - Varotto Hugo
    Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:51:29 -0700
    ...Discovered why its > interior light doesn't go on (bad 12V power supply at provided > terminals) and bypassed them. Wrote Vitrifrigo customer service about...
  • Re: Syntheic Oil
    Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
    Thu, 8 Aug 2002 16:01:24 -0700
    ...an <DIV></DIV>&gt;Audi 5000 sending unit in the oil bypass part. <DIV></DIV>&gt;In my case I've noticed that at...
  • Re: Oil/gas leak from passenger cv joint
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:24:57 -0700
    ...zachhale.com> wrote: > I'm trying to disconnect the hoses to bypass the firewall plastic piece. > Are > you saying I should replace the entire...
  • Re: What did you do for your Vanagon this week?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:50:20 -0500
    ...Discovered why its > interior light doesn't go on (bad 12V power supply at provided > terminals) and bypassed them. Wrote Vitrifrigo customer service about...
  • Re: Replaced Fuel Lines
    Historical mailing list - mordo
    Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:01:26 -0400
    In the course of my thread about cavitation I was going to caution folks about removing that piece of hose between pump and filter...
  • Re: I am considering installing an auxiliary oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:25:49 -0700
    ...This thermostat must be installed between the oil filter and cooler for proper operation. Strongly recommended for proper engine warm-up in cool weather...
  • Re: Now My Jetta conversion won't start --- :^( --- (longish)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:41:49 -0700
    ...Turns out that's normal for this type of > filter. I didn't know that. > > I mentioned too that the fuel was flowing well...
  • Re: 2.1L into '84 Westy project - Cooling system question
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Wed, 9 Jul 2008 13:33:22 -0700
    ...and filter remotely after tapping the 1.9 water pump (the 2.1 pump >> is >> different) for hose fittings, and using a bypass plate...
  • Re: Start/Run/Then No Start/Temp II - now good
    Historical mailing list - Skip
    Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:46 +0000
    ...first...........it's SO nice that you have year and model and engine on the first line ! ( oughta be mandatory ..actually, I have filter...
  • Engine Case and bearings
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sat, 25 Sep 2004 16:28:48 -0500
    ...Change the oil and filter and run 1 quart of Marvel Mystery oil in it for about two hours (don't overfill the crank...
  • Re: Right turn into driveway kills engine (1.9L '84 2-WD)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 16 Jul 2011 18:30:35 -0700
    ...to zero during power loss...if it >> does, >> points to ignition. >> >> bypass your idle stabilizer as an experiment. >> I found a pretty-darn-sure...
  • Re: 2.1L into '84 Westy project - Cooling system question
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 9 Jul 2008 12:37:09 -0700
    ...and filter remotely after tapping the 1.9 water pump (the 2.1 pump >> is >> different) for hose fittings, and using a bypass plate...
  • Re: I am considering installing an auxiliary oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:05:37 -0700
    ...This thermostat must be installed between the oil filter and > cooler for proper operation. Strongly recommended for proper engine > warm-up in cool weather...
  • Re: Hello - Idiot oil light keeps coming on!
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sun, 7 Nov 2010 16:42:09 -0800
    ...or even bypass the entire stock circuit. it's a hyper simple circuit. It would be very easy to wire an entire independent circuit...
  • Old Spotlights.....(01624683333)
    Historical mailing list - Jon Kanas
    Fri, 15 Dec 2006 08:18:32 -0700
    ...To ensure that your message bypasses the anti-spam filters, you may resend this message placing "01624683333" somewhere in the subject field. Please do...
  • Re: 2.1L into '84 Westy project - Cooling system question
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Wed, 9 Jul 2008 13:50:19 -0700
    ...and filter remotely after tapping the 1.9 water pump (the 2.1 pump >>> is >>> different) for hose fittings, and using a bypass plate...
  • Re: has anyone seen July 2003 VWT?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 18 May 2003 12:00:55 -0700
    ...Change the oil and filter and run 1 quart of Marvel Mystery oil in it for about two hours (don't overfill the crank...
  • Re: Start/Run/Then No Start
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 8 Nov 2011 12:37:57 -0800
    ...first...........it's SO nice that you have year and model and engine on the first line ! ( oughta be mandatory ..actually, I have filter...
  • Re: Friday Philosophy: On Reliability
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:12:33 -0500
    ...With the exception of a few key components most electrical failures can be bypassed, jumped, etc. to get you home. Belts and hoses are...
  • Re: 2.1L into '84 Westy project - Cooling system question
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Wed, 9 Jul 2008 13:02:50 -0700
    ...and filter remotely after tapping the 1.9 water pump (the 2.1 pump >> is >> different) for hose fittings, and using a bypass plate...
  • Re: really... how tough IS a full engine rebuild?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Wed, 5 Feb 2003 23:26:22 -0600
    ...Change the oil and filter and run 1 quart of Marvel Mystery oil in it for about two hours (don't overfill the crank...
  • Re: 81 Westy Dead Engine - Long
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Mon, 16 Sep 2002 00:11:03 -0500
    ...Change the oil and filter and run 1 quart of Marvel Mystery oil in it for about two hours (don't overfill the crank...
  • Re: Replaced Fuel Lines
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Fri, 13 Aug 2010 20:12:23 -0400
    ...I was having a little trouble removing the last one; the short piece between the fuel pump outlet and the fuel filter inlet, when...
  • Re: What to replace in a rebuild?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 29 Aug 2004 18:24:18 -0500
    ...Change the oil and filter and run 1 quart of Marvel Mystery oil in it for about two hours (don't overfill the crank...
  • Re: Cooling woes and the aborted trip to TBTT (somewhat longish...)
    Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
    Sat, 15 Jul 2000 19:34:11 -0700
    ...Nothing severe - change the oil and > filter, drain the coolant, install a new lower-temp thermostat, Why did you replace the thermostat? Did you...
  • Re: Replaced Fuel Lines
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:36:40 -0700
    ...the short piece between the fuel pump outlet and the fuel filter inlet, when suddenly the plastic nipple broke completely off of the pump...
  • Re: Oil/gas leak from passenger cv joint
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 11 Apr 2011 13:58:56 -0700
    ...Oil/gas leak from passenger cv joint > I'm trying to disconnect the hoses to bypass the firewall plastic piece. > Are > you saying I...
  • Re: Two fuel line replacement questions
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Sat, 4 Aug 2012 12:02:58 -0400
    ...also this is a good time to replace your fuel filter which should be located under the vehicle and bolted to the undercarriage ... i...
  • Re: Wet weather power loss
    Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
    Sat, 7 Apr 2001 06:15:34 -0400
    ...Perhaps there is a problem with the ceramic resister card? I have forgotten to reattach the AFM connector while say replacing the air filter...
  • Re: Replaced Fuel Lines
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:06:31 -0400
    ...the short piece > between the fuel pump outlet and the fuel filter inlet, when suddenly the > plastic nipple broke completely off of the pump...
  • Re: Oil/gas leak from passenger cv joint
    Historical mailing list - Zach Hale
    Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:59:15 -0500
    ...It sounds like the best solution is to re-hose this to bypass the firewall fitting and probably run it below the current hole...
  • Re: Start/Run/Then No Start
    Historical mailing list - Skip
    Tue, 8 Nov 2011 22:46:01 +0000
    ...first...........it's SO nice that you have year and model and engine on the first line ! ( oughta be mandatory ..actually, I have filter...
  • Re: I am considering installing an auxiliary oil cooler
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:12:11 -0700
    ...This thermostat must be installed between the oil filter and > cooler for proper operation. Strongly recommended for proper engine > warm-up in cool weather...
  • Re: Now My Jetta conversion won't start --- :^( --- (longish)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Wed, 18 Jun 2008 20:41:36 -0700
    ...Turns out that's normal for this type of >> filter. I didn't know that. >> >> I mentioned too that the fuel was flowing well...
  • Re: Now My Jetta conversion won't start --- :^( --- (longish)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:54:48 -0700
    ...Turns out that's normal for this type of > filter. I didn't know that. > > I mentioned too that the fuel was flowing well...
  • trip report
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 31 Aug 2004 13:09:40 -0700
    ...Changed oil (Mobil 1), new filter (Mann). Installed my aux battery (small 30 A/hr gel cell behind rhs tail light). Used a 70...
  • Re: Now My Jetta conversion won't start --- :^( --- (longish)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:12:29 -0700
    ...Got fresh gas half way through yesterdays trials, and > replaced the fuel filter. > > Cleaned the TB, MAF, IAC, (and tried another IAC), double checked...
  • Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
    Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 14:47:34 -0500
    ...Chuck '85 Wolfsburg Westy - 'Roland the Road Buffalo' Idle Stabilizer - new, but bypassing it seems not to make any difference with respect to the...
  • Re: Cold starting oil report Mobil 1 15w-50
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 26 Jan 2016 21:49:03 -0800
    ...The Oil temp...I get that right at the oil filter/cooler flange..stays at around 200-210 and climbing with a load at...
  • Re: Different Kind Of Valve Adjustment Question? NOW What's next?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:28:14 -0400
    ...The small disc on the t-stat closes a bypass as the top disc opens. The t-stat is not a simple open-shut...
  • Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 14:57:44 -0800
    ...Chuck '85 Wolfsburg Westy - 'Roland the Road Buffalo' Idle Stabilizer - new, but bypassing it seems not to make any difference with respect to the...
  • Re: Start/Run/Then No Start
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 8 Nov 2011 18:08:39 -0800
    ...first...........it's SO nice that you have year and model and engine on the first line ! ( oughta be mandatory ..actually, I have filter...
  • Re: Newbie Oil Question (Facts added)(long)
    Historical mailing list - Subject: Re: Newbie Oil Question (Facts added)(long)
    2 Apr 92 19:33:31 GMT
    ...Please use a QUALITY 2-STAGE filter which will bypass the oil should it gunk up in the future(shame on you). [NOTE: Castrol...
  • Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 6 Oct 2004 13:59:18 -0400
    ...Any aftermarket oil filter that uses the same p/n for Vanagon as for Golf or anything else is Not Suitable. Vanagon has specific...
  • Re: oil pressure
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Pfrommer
    Wed, 9 May 2007 00:38:08 -0700
    ...Some experience will tell you what areas to aim it at > such as > the oil filter. The gun can also be used to check...
  • Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
    Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 15:07:29 -0500
    ...85 Wolfsburg Westy - 'Roland the Road Buffalo' > >Idle Stabilizer - new, but bypassing it seems not to make any difference with respect to the cutout...
  • Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
    Historical mailing list - jon
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 12:45:30 -0800
    ...85 Wolfsburg Westy - 'Roland the Road Buffalo' > > > >Idle Stabilizer - new, but bypassing it seems not to make any difference > with respect to the cutout...
  • Re: Water Level Indicator Red Blinking Light
    Historical mailing list - George Averill
    Sun, 18 Mar 2001 18:21:42 -0500
    ...Has anyone built a separate water level gage to > > bypass the one that came with the vehicle? > > Yep. A complex electronic circuit, but NOT...
  • Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
    Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 16:10:02 -0500
    ...85 Wolfsburg Westy - 'Roland the Road Buffalo' >> > >> >Idle Stabilizer - new, but bypassing it seems not to make any difference >> with respect to the cutout...
  • Re: 400mm Lift to Flush
    Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
    Wed, 6 Oct 2004 20:37:46 +0200
    ...Any aftermarket oil filter that uses the same p/n for Vanagon as for Golf or anything else is Not Suitable. Vanagon has specific...
  • Re: interesting lifter thinking?? 1.9L still a problem child (update)
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Tue, 16 Aug 2005 22:20:06 -0500
    ...Change the filter and install a Mann or Mahle filter that has the checkvalve feature then refill the crankcase with straight 40 wt or...
  • hokay ...it's FRYEDAYE!! ;) time for some off-topic stuff: national parks, part II
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Fri, 15 Jun 2007 03:08:36 -0500
    ...Because of tis accessibility by auto, RVers should never bypass this park. In fact, the best way of acquiring a feeling for Mesa Verde...