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• Video: TVS Test Light Driving. Discovered Whistle Sound? What is it?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:38:33 -0700
  ...Immediately noticed whistle while driving with engine lid off. Did not hear it revving engine in driveway, lid off. Red LED is mid screen...
• Re: W. Coast Canada members, was Re: Spillbuster cup/glass holder
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:27:11 -0800
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Cylinder Types
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 12 Dec 2003 13:52:07 -0600
  ...Curious about what cylinder types are available for the WBX engines. Cylinder material, matching piston materials, ring materials. Back in my aviation days I...
• Re: need help with engine assembly
  Historical mailing list - Doug in CA
  Sun, 28 Mar 2004 13:26:52 -0800
  ...need help with engine assembly > i'm currently assembling my 2.1 waterboxer, and I'm at a point where i dont > want to...
• Re: Friday - ANother Reason to love Go Westy
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 1 Mar 2013 11:53:50 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Centrifugal Advance problems
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Zygmunt
  Sun, 30 Sep 2007 15:14:24 -0700
  ...When I rev the engine, the timing mark does not advacne. In fact it changes from about 8 to 7 on my scaled. I...
• FW: 85 Vanagon - leaking push rod tube?
  Historical mailing list - Cooper, Jonathan R.
  Mon, 7 May 2001 15:34:12 -0400
  ...you don't want any dirt falling into the rocker assembly or getting into the oil and flowing down into the engine. once the...
• Re: 1988 Vanagon. What is this in my gas? PIC
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Thu, 10 May 2012 15:28:46 -0400
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• FOR SALE: Engine parts from 84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Brobst
  Wed, 9 Jul 2003 14:00:20 -0400
  ...Engine parts from 84 Vanagon Engine parts from 84 Vanagon, 1.9L. 200,000 mi. Spun a rod bearing. Ran strong right up till...
• Re: Friday -for you on the east coast of NA
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 20:01:26 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: 1988 Vanagon. What is this in my gas? PIC
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 10 May 2012 14:35:08 -0400
  ...water I see? > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: Don't Use: Click type torque wrench?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Tue, 9 May 1995 21:51:58 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Three of their $130 per set head studs failed during engine assembly and they are blaming my click-type torque wrench. Consequently, I am...
• Re: 90 GL - chattering in reverse
  Historical mailing list - David Del Ben
  Thu, 23 Nov 2000 13:06:19 +1100
  ...After replacing the entire clutch assembly and having the engine rebuilt (all within the past three months) I didn't think I'd have...
• Re: VWfactory paint a joke/POR-15 paint
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 26 Jan 2001 23:53:17 +1200
  ...I've owned Asian cars that >seemed to be painted with water colors. > >Patrick >Phoenix, AZ Don't blame Toyota, blame their local assembly...
• Re: fuel managment system
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:48:43 -0700
  ...id=1532 Some have > installed Megasquirt. > > Or just a whole different engine. ;) > > Neil. > > On Thu, Feb 14, 2013 at 5:50 PM, D.A...
• Re: Oil cooler for 81 Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Jun 1996 03:58:30 -0400
  ...Ran copper lines about 2/3 the way back to the engine (where I mounted the oil filter just head of the rear left...
• Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:33:07 -0800
  ...Did VW mount the diesel exhaust to the engine *mainly* to reduce transmitting engine noise to the vehicle body? i.e. why didn't...
• Re: pulling parts from a diesel (what to scavenge)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:00:34 -0500
  ...Is the '03 TDI a "desirable" engine for this swap? (IIRC, some TDI's require less fabricating etc. than others for this application) Will...
• Re: Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 1 Sep 2011 11:22:28 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: pop top struts cable fitting
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:12:54 -0700
  ...I took 2 pics of cable fitting installed on old strut assembly I have. Have > I got it right Neil, the swaged fitting shown...
• This Month In VW History
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Nov 1995 08:06:29 -0400 (EDT)
  11/1/58 - From now on all VW engines are manufactured in the Hanover VW Plant, in addition to VW Commercial Vehicles. 11/25...
• '83.5 Westy for sale...
  Historical mailing list - JonR
  Sun, 16 Mar 2003 08:09:15 -0500
  ...I have a complete pop-top assembly that can be had for $250 (was planning on converting the Syncro with it.) Vehicles can be...
• Re: Idle Surge
  Historical mailing list - Jason Orr
  Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:35:42 -0400
  ...where your accelerator cable connects to the engine. It is at the base of the assembly and it is a big flathead screw. If...
• Re: Porterfield R4-S Brake Shoes?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 4 Sep 2012 20:34:20 -0700
  ...with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engine > s > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: Speaking of idle stabilizers ...
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:19:25 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: So my stepson asks . . .
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:52:01 -0700
  ...how long can the engine (1.9) in my van last? > > I realize there are a bazillion variables, and that engine hours are one...
• Re: Engine Bay Negative Strap Questions. 1988 Westy. PICS.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 6 May 2012 20:41:00 -0700
  ...Look for yellow arrow): > > https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/New1988Westy#5739625339124636370 -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: Friday -- One Free Wet T shirt wash job if you buy my splittie.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 6 Dec 2002 23:02:30 -0600
  ...and drive assembly, a sway bar, ball joint front suspension, a 1.5 quart add on oil pan. In the engine bay you'll...
• Should I opt for ALL new water lines?
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 20:05:30 -0600
  Hi guys, Many of you know that I'm replacing the engine, clutch assembly, and tranny in Billy Bones, my 88 Westy. I don...
• Re: Wiring/electrical connections discussiions
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 12:02:33 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• 1988 Vanagon. What is this in my gas? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 10 May 2012 11:21:34 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Another Bentley Manual FS. Good Deal?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10:58:48 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 May 2012 09:19:24 -0700
  ...propane tank too,all free of charge -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy...
• Re: Transmission upgrade
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 14 Aug 2012 06:32:02 -0600
  ...Just wanting to keep the same shifter assembly I already have Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy On Aug 13, 2012 11:01 PM...
• Re: instrument cluster plastic repair
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 26 Nov 2011 13:32:09 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: changing auto transmission
  Historical mailing list - David Yates
  Fri, 25 Nov 2005 17:38:34 +1000
  ...I tie it up against the engine with a knot(s) by which I can eventually lower the assembly. (Nylon rope can be slid...
• Air Cooled 2.0 : High Hydrocarbon (smog) Parts Check?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 27 Feb 2013 12:10:15 -0800
  ...Posted to the WW list as I bet there's Bay owners with the 2.0 air cooled engine. I'm viewing an air...
• Re: How To Choose YOUR Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:31:27 -0700
  ...I've seen 2 examples on thesamba of this engine mounted at 50�. (fits under engine lid) Sorry for taking this OT. If I...
• Re: any experience with GEX rebuilt waterboxer engines?
  Historical mailing list - Jason M Yasment
  Mon, 11 Dec 2000 16:37:33 -0500
  ...They seem to have a problem cleaning up the cases before assembly. Get your engine from Boston Bob. No complaints from anyone on the...
• Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 24 Feb 2013 20:42:28 -0800
  ...It looks quite "skookum" so should suffice. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy...
• Re: New Accessory for your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:01:14 -0800
  ...BZ-definitely needed in Maine > > -- > Tom Buese -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy...
• Rear Wiper Relay: Use 171 955 529? Pre '90 Headlight SW Change; Handle more Amps? (1988 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 26 May 2012 11:33:18 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: 81 Air cooled... Engine conversion options??
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 8 Mar 2012 21:06:50 -0500
  ...Engine assembly complete bolts right in with just adding a filler plate behind the rear tin. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Re: At Idle: AFM Flap, CO Screw Relationship. Explanation Found
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 8 Jul 2012 11:10:41 -0700
  ...On Sun, Jul 8, 2012 at 11:07 AM, neil n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > > Using a digital VOM, AFM connected, engine off, ign...
• PARTS FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - mathew Bennett
  Fri, 18 Jul 2003 18:41:47 -0400
  ...Rear seat heater assembly with cover (complete) *Oil filler tube *Short block *Heads (have mild pitting on face) *Pushrods *Various engine water pipes *14...
• Re: Pulling air filter box from Dodge Caravan. Anything else worth pulling? (...
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 1 May 2008 10:32:27 -0700
  Be sure it is from a 3.0 not the 3.3! The 3.0 filter assembly is the one we diesel heads use...
• Re: Wire Damage from Rodent(s)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:55:01 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Insturment Cluster
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:10:16 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: How to remove clutch pedal ???
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:52:17 -0800
  ...why not just pull the booster and clutch/brake pedal assembly as a unit? IIRC, once you have all peripheral stuff removed, there are...
• Re: Add Injector Cleaner Right Before Emissions Test?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 9 May 2012 11:33:19 -0700
  ...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines >> >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >> >> '88 Slate Blue...
• Re: Suckers beware: Re: Interesting item on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 15:32:03 -0600
  ...He's >> obviously hoping some sucker won't read it. >> >> does not include an engine assembly or transaxle >> >> >> Jim >> >> On Mar 16, 2004, at...
• Re: '66 bus w/ flickering oil light
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 9 Apr 1994 21:31:23 -0600
  ...have an air-flow thermostat. >When I rebuilt the engine there was *no* control assembly for the air >flaps to remove. I did not...
• syncro - shift linkage protective pipe
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:32:56 -0700
  ...How common is it to have the protective pipe installed in the shift linkage assembly? My van does not have it, and to tell...
• Re: Changing WB lifters with the engine in the van
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 14 Aug 1998 17:10:50 EDT
  ...I thought maybe you could remove the rocker assembly and then put it back on without re-adjusting the valves but I couldn't...
• Re: TiiCo engine vs. Eurospec
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 22 Aug 2000 09:23:22 -0700
  ...I believe that the SA inline 4 has a modified intake elbow assembly that has some sort of truncated cone in it to reduce...
• VW of Canada Reman Plant Sold to Cummins? When?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:21:27 -0700
  ...Am looking at a Westy with a "factory remanufactured engine" (2.1 WBX). It may be a VW of Canada reman. Engine has about...
• Re: Friday NVC-MGB engine that rebuilds itself
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 12:00:17 -0700
  ...youtu.be >>> >>> >>> >>> Stuart >>> >> >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >> >> '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. >> >> '81...
• Re: ISO : rocker arm shaft carrier
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Sun, 8 Sep 2013 18:58:27 -0700
  ...rocker arm shaft carrier if it's a Rocker Arm Assembly for a 1.9 wbxr engine you are after, I have many. Not...
• Re: how remove stove top?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Mon, 25 Sep 2000 16:23:11 -0700
  Thanks Eric, But unfortunately this 'manual' does not show how to get at the burner assembly. It doesn't look like taking the burner...
• Need a suggestion for 2WD Auxiliary fuel tank filler neck location
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 18:48:36 -0800
  ...I have a 2WD filler neck assembly that I will use to fill the tank. The tank mounts under the sliding door between the...