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• Re: Triple Electrode Spark Plug Available For 1.9L Motor
  Historical mailing list - Walter Evens
  Tue, 26 Feb 2002 19:40:10 -0800
  I received a set of platinum 4 plugs from the local VW shop when I bought tune up parts for my '85GL. Are you...
• Fuel system...follow up
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Dawson
  Thu, 10 Jun 2004 08:10:06 -0400
  ...new spark plugs (platinum) 4. new oil and filter There are no leaks in the system, as far as I can tell. The problem...
• Re: Spark plugs - 2.l L
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 02:21:22 -0400
  ...Spark plugs - 2.l L >> >> Can Bosch plugs number W7DTC be safely use in the 2.1 L wasserboxer? >> >> John
• Fw: Re: "Propane Protector" Mud Flap Removal Question
  Historical mailing list - Roy O.
  Sat, 17 Apr 1999 22:50:10 -0500
  Most likely, you'll also have to replace the two plastic expanding plugs to re-insert the pins. $6 for two teeny-weeny plugs...
• Which plat plugs for an 85?
  Historical mailing list - Caston/Payne
  Mon, 28 Jun 1999 22:20:18 -0400
  Which platinum plugs both (regular and 4 prong variety) are the correct #'s for my 1.9L ? I've asked at a couple of...
• Re: missing a hole in my vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Lewis
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 21:08:40 -0500
  snip That would be the famous "silver socket." BMW (motorcycles) and John Deere both sell plugs for it -- part numbers ought to be in...
• Re: Begging for advice(semi OT)
  Historical mailing list - G.M.Bulley
  Sun, 2 Feb 2003 15:44:23 -0500
  ...After changing the plugs in my wife's 3.8 Chrysler V-5 and >changing plugs in an old 81 BMW 320i, both cars...
• Rear engine compartment drain plugs
  Historical mailing list - s m
  Mon, 7 May 2001 13:07:03 -0700
  ...wondering if it is a good idea to remove the drain plugs on either side of the compartment where the water comes in from...
• Gap of Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 09:24:09 -0800
  I thought Bosch plugs were preset to gap no problem... > >As to the slow starting, there's lots of things, but have you checked...
• Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 12 Jun 2004 17:29:57 -0700
  ...That's one of the reasons I swear by the > tri-tip plugs, which, incidentally are the plugs VW specifies for my '85 > Westy...
• Found a timesert in the spark plug hole
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Sun, 2 May 2010 09:49:02 -0700
  Folks, Was putting in new spark plugs yesterday, and one of the new spark plugs was too small. Well upon examining further, one of...
• flooding, won't start
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Hecht
  Wed, 19 Mar 2003 10:55:08 -0500
  ...I pulled the plugs (oh so wet) to let the cylinders dry for a while. Question: I'm thinking I should put the plugs...
• Re: lurching engine
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 1 May 2008 22:19:39 -0400
  I might be a bit useless here, but have you checked the basics? Plugs, plug wires, dizzy cap, rotor button? Once in the middle...
• Re: spark, stumble, and misses...
  Historical mailing list - Jose Antonio Madriz
  Wed, 18 Oct 1995 21:07:38 -0400 (EDT)
  Thanks to all who responded! I changed the plugs as David suggested and the problem went away. I wouldn't have thought that the...
• Re: Wet weather power loss
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 6 Apr 2001 20:12:54 -0500
  Unplug all major electrical components (one at a time) and lay a coating of die-electric grease on all the plugs, of said components...
• Re: Cut you sparkplugs
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 27 Dec 2001 15:12:57 -0400
  ...When I put in the Bosh plugs (these are single tip, but the super-plug platinum none-the-less) the RPMs at idle increased...
• Engine Sealant and Oil Galley Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Thu, 19 Mar 1998 15:45:12 -0500
  ...And is it used on the head nuts as well? Also the recent talk about oil galley plugs failing makes me wonder if while...
• Re: Fwd: Re: 86 GL - Gas Tank Problem
  Historical mailing list - Tim Wise
  Tue, 22 Oct 1996 10:24:15 -0500
  ...One of the Y plugs into the top of the tank was cracked. Also all of the hoses connecting the Y plugs to the...
• Re: 85 vanagon spark plugs : another question -Remove Carefully
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Tue, 28 Sep 2004 11:03:08 -0700
  ...However, some reported the down side is that emissions testing was more difficult to pass with these plugs. Most reported that when W7CC plugs...
• Re: the '82 Diesel Westy Rolls again....
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Tue, 18 Feb 1997 20:41:57 -0500
  >> One side question: >> To get at the two other glow plugs, looks like I'll have to remove >> the Diesel injector pump. any hints...
• Re: Rubber Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 24 Jul 2009 13:57:46 -0500
  ...wrote: > Anyone know where I can pickup some round rubber/plastic plugs? �I'm > looking for something that will fill a hold in sheet...
• fuel filter mystery 85 'gon
  Historical mailing list - Judith Barr/Leo Girard
  Mon, 13 Jul 1998 14:38:27 -0400
  ...Good spark/flooding out Spark plugs fouled Changed plugs Started but seems to run rich Will not restart after turning off UNLESS the fuel...
• Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 11 Jun 2004 22:34:50 -0400
  ...Katz wrote: > badly fouled plugs provide a shunt path bypassing the gap, and the voltage > may never rise high enough for a spark to...
• Re: VANAGON digest 429
  Historical mailing list - Chris Venema
  Fri, 21 Apr 1995 16:33:27 -0500 (CDT)
  ...Upon returning I found a troubleshooting table that pointed to spark plugs. As a result of using chrome- molybdenum rings (I think), it has...
• Another source for the SIlver Socket Accessories
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 18 Apr 97 09:53:19 EDT
  ...getting the BMW plugs everyone mentioned as working in this socket. Thought I'd pass it along. Don't know if you want ot...
• Re: Heip!! New engine won't start (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Martin Kennelly
  Thu, 15 Jul 1999 00:12:16 +0000
  ...The plugs did appear to give a good spark. On a friends reccomendation I first changed the plugs, there came a little improvement, but...
• Re: hard cold start on 82 diesel
  Historical mailing list - Rolf Pechukas
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 14:20:38 EDT
  ...Is the glow plug LED lighting when the ignition is switched on? Sometimes glow plugs can go open. Disconnect the cable from the top...
• Re: Speaking of Bosch Platinums...
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 3 Nov 94 09:52:13 gmt
  Speaking of spark plugs, I just read an article in VW Motoring magazine about their long-term test Corrado G60. A set of plugs...
• Re: Triple Electrode Spark Plug Available For 1.9L Motor
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 27 Feb 2002 14:58:18 -0800
  Wouldn't the same logic apply to quad plugs versus 3 prong plugs? William Subject: Re: Re: Triple Electrode Spark Plug Available For 1...
• Re: Dash Power outlet..?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:13:38 -0700
  ...I also got some of the matching plugs which fit very snug as do other plugs I have tried as well. My guess is...
• Re: REMOVE THOSE HATCH PLUGS!!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 10 Sep 2003 05:55:27 EDT
  ...REMOVE THOSE HATCH PLUGS!! AND.........after you get he plugs out and watewr drained...........shoot Krown Rust Protection Oil in there ! When you get...
• Re: Compression Test
  Historical mailing list - robot .
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 11:56:46 PDT
  ...Engine will be cold because I plan on reinstalling plugs and going for >a > >1 hour test drive afterwards and I don't want...
• Re: REMOVE THOSE HATCH PLUGS!! Re: Rear hatch for '88 GL - what years fit?
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Tue, 9 Sep 2003 20:13:55 -0400
  ...from the inside.... :<( Chris, I just went out and removed the plugs! 1st side dry, plenty of wax rust proofing. Second side, almost gave...
• Panel Clips or Plugs
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Miller
  Fri, 1 Jun 2007 09:23:44 -0600
  ...Too deep for the go westy plugs and the panel I'm using. Ryan '82 Camper Van 'Beethoven'
• Re: calling all Headlight plugs
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 13 Dec 2016 21:40:17 +0000
  ...Jim On Tue, Dec 13, 2016 at 3:29 PM Kk Al <kkalnsf@gmail.com> wrote: > Hello All, > > The plugs on the back of...
• Will any other oil plugs fit?
  Historical mailing list - Connal Hughes
  Mon, 29 Nov 1999 11:39:11 EST
  ...Before I try dragging this plug all over town to get a match, does anyone know of any other plugs that would fit (other...
• 3 probe plugs
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Wed, 15 May 2002 21:03:17 -0400
  <html><div style='background-color:'><DIV>hey all,</DIV> <DIV>what is the benefit, if any, of the bosch 3 electrode spark plugs for...
• Proper gap for spark plug 85 1.9L?
  Historical mailing list - Aerowolf
  Fri, 9 Jul 2004 19:26:47 -0500
  What's the proper gap for spark plugs on a 1985 1.9L wasserboxer? I can't find it in my Bentley manual anywhere...
• Injector plugs question
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:38:21 -0400
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• Re: For Sale On The Samba
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:43:33 -0800
  ...Awful! Pretentious! means you were too lazy to cut proper plugs from the ends of the boards you used in the 'structure'....Or plugs...
• Re: Fixed: Won't Start in St. Helena, Napa County
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Tue, 2 Dec 2014 23:47:34 -1000
  I've installed a jillion NGK spark plugs with fine results. I notice it's 'too easy' for the gaps to get big ( they...
• Re: Tune up?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 13 Jan 2003 10:19:51 -0800
  ...Mike On 1/13/03 6:52 AM, "fortinoj@speakeasy.net" <fortinoj@speakeasy.net> wrote: > mr mike, > > hey what do the plugs look like...
• Re: Bosch W7CC vs. W7CCO Spark Plugs - Which is best?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 28 Oct 2004 20:23:15 -0500
  ...W7CCO Spark Plugs - Which is best? Anyone know the difference between the W7CCO and W7CC plugs? The "O" costs me $3 per plug at...
• Re: Spark plug recommendation?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 27 Jan 2006 20:32:27 -0500
  The Autolite plugs are a "Black Oxide" coated plug. No way would I use these in the VW aluminum head. Make sure to change...
• Re: Tune-up Time! Recommendations Needed.
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 26 Feb 1998 00:35:18 EST
  ...I'd say go with the platnum spark plugs, and new rotor, cap, distributer. Not sure of any brands but I bought mine from...
• 1985 Vanagon - setting initial timing, idle speed and mixture
  Historical mailing list - AAG - Larry Word
  Wed, 27 Sep 2006 19:52:11 -0400
  ...What would be the correct "engine code" for this model - and how to I "see this for myself?" Do I disconnect (1) 2 plugs...
• Re: simple stuff
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:40:01 -0500
  ...I always wondered what they did then? Put antiseize compound on the plugs before reinstalling them. Some people have used a 17mm bolt to...
• Re: Dead Sparking Plug!
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:03:41 -0500
  ...Geo/ATL On Tue, Jan 15, 2013 at 10:32 AM, Dave Mcneely <mcneely4@cox.net> wrote: > that was a box of 6 plugs...
• Re: Broken Spark Plug Electrode/Tip
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 9 Jan 2005 20:33:22 -0500
  Broken spark plug tips and loose plugs are both indicative of an engine pinging itself to death. The W7DTC plugs are too long. They...
• Re: FAQ Needs Critiquing
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Tue, 2 Jan 1996 11:01:23 -0800 (PST)
  Steve Johnson writes: > > > The only thing that I see that I would take issue with is that the apark > > plugs should be replaced at...
• Re: spark plugs revisited
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Sun, 25 May 1997 00:24:58 -0700
  ...Bloss - blosskf@ttown.apci.com >'87 Vanagon GL "Beverley" > I'd recommend Bosch W7DTC 3-prong plugs; I've had good luck with them...
• Re: WTB: Injector Driver Module
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:33:00 -0700
  "Sounds like yer 84 is falling apart on you, ECU, Spark Plugs, Water Faucet, et al. What gives Mr Squirrel?" Normal maintenance, my friend...
• Re: Amateur questions: Wrong spark plugs? Coolant corrosion?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 1 Aug 2011 06:05:36 -0400
  ...Also, I picked up a set of plugs when I bought the van (Bosch super plus WR7CC+). Should I have used these plugs instead...
• Re: Splitfire Sparkplugs
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 08 Dec 95 17:14:57 CST
  ...however, i am currently trying some Bosch triple-prong (electrode) plugs, and they DO seem to be doing very nicely. and at HALF the...
• Re: ECU flooding plugs
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Sun, 24 Aug 2003 00:33:27 +0000
  ...ECU flooding plugs > > Joe, > > If your injectors are spraying fuel, they're almost certainly OK. > > What happens after two cranks? Do you have someone...
• ok, so it's not Fryedaye ... :)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 2 Oct 2000 21:20:54 -0500
  ...5,610,470 Shockwave * Pre-Gapped * Focused Spark Ultra Sonic Spark Plugs Increase Engine Horsepower / Gas Mileage 20 % GUARANTEED!!!! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- - ooooooooooooooh, righty then! :) lemme see...
• Re: Starting a bus that's been sitting for 6 mos.
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 11 Aug 2004 09:25:28 -0600
  ...I would do the squirt oil thing but would then crank the engine with the starter with the plugs out until oil pressure is...
• glow plug sender relay
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Hutton
  Mon, 26 Jun 1995 11:18:06 -0600 (MDT)
  ...plug sender relay? I believe mine is faulty since my glow plugs do not come on when the engine is only slightly warm. Could...
• Re: Gas in Oil fill
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Mon, 18 Feb 2002 22:10:47 -0600
  I'll bet a quart of oil, that the reason the engine is running rough, is because one of the plugs fouled, when the...
• Re: LOOSER,ZOINKS! Itsy bitsy Spark Plug pieces dancing in my e
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Fri, 3 Jul 1998 03:14:11 EDT
  ...I did make it to NAPA to get some more Bosch plugs (am I asking for trouble here?) and asked him (the NAPAman) if...