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• Re: AC questions - 1984 Vanagon - Correction
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 7 Jul 2020 22:25:51 +0000
  ...The compressor clutch is engaging, and the compressor is turning, but the system doesn’t seem to be holding 134a. With system off… AC...
• Re: Idle Control System Explanation, please?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 14 Mar 2015 15:44:57 -0400
  ...Yours, David ps - this isn't a Vanagon-only weird system, they used the same system on (at least) Jettas for years. The valve...
• Re: Exaust Systems
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 27 May 2002 22:43:29 -0500
  There are several parts to the 80 air cooled system, see what you have before you start buying. #1) Heat Exchangers $199.00 each...
• Re: Engine worries return
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 29 Jul 2017 13:15:57 -0700
  ...If the cooling system is tight (leak free) and you are not > getting gasses into the cooling system it will work even with a...
• Re: Checking pressure cap function???
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 28 Jul 2013 22:16:59 -0400
  A shop should have the equipment to test the cap and the complete system including the cap. If the plumbing on the conversion is...
• Re: fan speed (How-to Test your fan setup)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 22 Oct 1999 10:51:03 EDT
  ...The radiator fan test for the A/C system really only has to do with refrigerant pressures, etc making the fan come on at...
• Re: WBX replacement
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Mon, 1 Mar 1999 19:50:10 -0600
  > Joshua the $4500 is not just for a rebuilt engine but also includes the > 5-cylinder installation kit (coolant system, exhaust system, > injection system...
• Fire extinguisher debate
  Historical mailing list - Craig Spaeth
  Fri, 10 Nov 2000 16:42:31 -0800
  It seems like the easiest and safest route would be to get a hold of one of these places that specializes in fire systems...
• Re: Oil Weight Recommendation/ hifi
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 22 Aug 2002 01:34:05 EDT
  In a message dated 8/21/02 8:59:12 PM, clive.harman-smith@NTLWORLD.COM writes: >HiFi or sound systems? Traditionally, British Hi...
• Air Suspension Meeting
  Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
  Tue, 23 May 2000 09:19:11 -0700
  ...So far I was only aware of the auxiliary system for the Vanagon. The fact that there are plans for a full system is...
• Re: O2 Sensor in Catalytic Converter - Correct model for each FI system ?
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 13:59:33 -0400
  ...My guess, particularly after reading Mike Collum's post, is that the Cat for the Digifant systems does the job for a Digijet system...
• Re: found some freon 12 should I recharge old AC
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 13 Apr 2020 19:56:23 -0700
  ...You will > > need about 1,300 grams to fill an empty system. AC systems are magic. > > Even under pressure they somehow manage to get...
• Engine warning alarms
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 2 Mar 2018 22:29:26 +0000
  ...For the Vanagon probably the most common cause of an otherwise health system is the radiator fan failing. If the system is working correctly...
• Air in cooling system - advice please...
  Historical mailing list - Dave Johnson
  Fri, 21 Apr 1995 16:55:29 -0700
  ...For some reason, air pockets build up in the cooling system. I just had my mechanic check everything out; he pressure checked the cooling...
• Re: Stainless Exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Thu, 26 Nov 1998 14:18:13 -0800
  ...Stebro guarantees the systems for life. Presumably that means guarantee against cracking as well as rusting. Ron have you spoken with Stebro about distributing...
• Re: Coolant pressure gauge mounting
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Sun, 3 Feb 2002 20:45:52 -0800
  ...As indicated in Chuck Hill's response, the pressure should >be constant in a closed hydraulic system ... except for compliant systems >(hoses), pressure drops...
• Re: NVC: '97 Jetta Check Engine Codes
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 4 Dec 2009 16:17:59 -0800
  ...The codes are > P0171 Fuel Trim, Bank1 System too Lean > P1128 Long Term Fuel Trim Mult., Bank1 System too Lean > P0440 EVAP Emission Contr...
• Re: S&S or other exhaust (re-post)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 23 May 2003 10:22:17 -0400
  ...I'm looking at a complete > replacement of the exhaust system on my 88 GL. The present system is > non-stock (previous owner), in...
• Re: Cooling system over pressurizing?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 Jul 2016 23:09:23 -0400
  All the common methods of detecting gasses in the cooling system do not work until things are bad the combustion process is compromised. Dennis...
• Re: coolant temps
  Historical mailing list - Dart 330
  Sun, 2 Jun 2002 22:36:51 -0500
  ...Then bleed the system of any air >that might be trapped in the system. > >TomC _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and...
• Re: I lost my cool!!
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sun, 8 Jul 2012 22:02:24 -0400
  ...R134a systems are required by law to have different fittings, which would point to it being an unconverted R12 system. R134a requires a different...
• Re: signal to 85 Tach.
  Historical mailing list - John H. Fleming
  Mon, 29 Sep 1997 22:05:44 -0400
  ...The ignition system is a breakerless system. It has an igniter, an ignition coil (actually two in one), and the ECU. So I guess...
• Re: CNN - New system allows icy cold vehicle to heat up in seconds - March 5, 1999
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 8 Mar 1999 18:58:38 -0600
  ...CNN - New system allows icy cold vehicle to heat up in seconds - March 5, 1999 >Is the the system that is in the navigator...
• Re: 87 westy ac refrigerant
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 9 Feb 2003 11:40:39 -0500
  > think it took about 5 cans to get the system to cycle and blow cold air. Larry, Did it take a very long time...
• Davids Hot Water System?:
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Sat, 23 Nov 2002 09:58:30 EST
  Hi All, I`m trying to get some info on David Garths hot water system. Such as a parts list and Pictures. Does anyone...
• Regulator suggestions for 2nd battery system
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Tue, 10 Jan 2006 14:19:04 -0800
  So any suggestions for a regulator system 1) shuts off dc power to dc circuit panel when voltage is less than 12v from 2nd...
• Cooling System Pressure Test Protocol
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 23:02:58 EST
  ...I am concerned that my cooling system leak, whether in a head crack, or in the system at large, occurs only at operating temperatures...
• Re: was fav 12 V acc, now 2nd battery relay system
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 21 Feb 2007 08:44:17 -0800
  ...A proper relay setup is great, just like VW decided when they fitted so many Vanagons with 2 batteries using a simple relay system...
• Re: Intake air flow, improvement possible?
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Sat, 27 Nov 2004 17:15:05 -0800
  ...Part of the job the filter box/snorkel plumbing does is provide nice, non-turbulent air flow into the system. I've never pulled...
• Any VW parts guys out there? What's an APB system?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Wed, 21 Jul 1999 15:28:07 -0400
  ...He was quite ignorant about how his system worked. He thought some dealer may still be on the older computer system (maybe called "the...
• Re: Trans fluid in coolant system
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Wed, 4 Apr 2012 14:00:18 -0700
  ...Trans fluid in coolant system Hi to all, This is a first to me. The transmission cooler has failed, thus releasing a lot of...
• Re: Winterize Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Carter
  Mon, 5 Oct 1998 06:29:02 -0700
  ...This nontoxic stuff is odorless and tasteless but it is still a good idea to sanitize one's system in the spring (rinse, disinfect...
• A/C woes - LONG
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:30:33 -0700
  ...Didn't mess with the A/C system till it began warming up again this year. Current status: Entire system has been flushed with...
• Re: Pyromid camp cooking system (Friday)
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Fri, 7 Apr 2000 09:01:47 -0700
  ...Pyromid camp cooking system (Friday) > > > I want to share some comments on the Pyromid cooking system I have > recently become a huge fan of...
• Re: Exhaust system question
  Historical mailing list - David Higginbotham
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 14:15:53 -0500
  Is this stainless exhaust system available for the air-cooled vanagons? David Higginbotham 82 Westfalia Silk Hope, NC > Date: Mon, 5 Feb 2001 09...
• Re: Bleeding the Coolant system
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 12 Mar 2002 19:43:22 -0500
  ...Bleeding the Coolant system The heater system bleeds itself readily. For best flow to the front heater and the radiator, the two hoses should...
• Re: Idle stabilizer question--1.9
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:26:16 -0400
  ...It has plenty of range, so the A/C and P/S systems work through it rather than having separate arrangements. Neither system can...
• Re: winterization of water system
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 22 Sep 1997 05:30:30 -0400
  ...The entire system is self draining to the supply tank and when it's empty the system is as well. Steve I hope this...
• Central Locking question on 91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Mike Devlin
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 12:09:03 EST
  ...Question, 1st where and which fuse 20 amp I believe, color yellow? And, can I pull to deactivate the system and render locking manual...
• coolant system swap?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Mon, 28 Oct 2002 13:25:54 -0500
  Volks, I'm budgeting for an engine swap, but I keep thinking about the cooling system. Am I wasting my money by putting in...
• Re: flushing the water system
  Historical mailing list - pete or nancy owsianowski
  Mon, 16 Aug 2004 20:11:22 -0500
  ...Fill the system 3/4 > full, and drive some bumpy roads. Then drain completely. Repeat this > process one more time and you shouldn't...
• ECU & Coolant Temp Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:20:45 -0800
  We've pretty much given up on attempts to repair the stock coolant temp gauge & sensor system. �Have swapped out the instrument cluster, replaced...
• Re: Air in the system
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Wed, 9 Oct 2002 10:57:12 -0300
  ...One does not have to "remove" the bleed screw to get air out of the system. One just has to loosen the bleed screw...
• Re: AC systems
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 16 Sep 2003 03:14:54 -0400
  ...I've > seen ac systems in mid seventies bubble window VW vans, so I KNOW ac systems > can be installed on aircooled type IV...
• Re: 86-91 2.1L Vanagon Digifant ECU
  Historical mailing list - Ross Cupples
  Tue, 21 Dec 2004 16:25:08 -0500
  ...Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.809 / Virus Database: 551 - Release Date: 12/9/2004 --- Incoming mail...
• Re: AC servicing woes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 5 Aug 2016 09:29:44 -0400
  Flushing the system should include the condenser and evaporator. It all gets loaded with oil. When are vans where built R12 with mineral oil...
• Re: performance exhaust systems
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 24 Aug 94 10:13:40 ADT
  > >I have the Bus Stop catalog right in front of me and on page 32 they show >this "GT Sports System" exhaust (picture 1...
• Re: Blam! Bleeder valve destruction and some other thoughts!
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 28 Mar 2023 08:29:28 -0700
  In an effort to make my van's coolant system more robust I got one of the GW aluminum expansion tanks about a year...
• Keep an eye on EV brake fluid level
  Historical mailing list - Ric Golen
  Fri, 17 Oct 1997 16:59:48 -0400
  ...Aparently air did get into the system, and the likely source was through the brake fluid resivoir. If you look at the fluid resivoir...
• power steering
  Historical mailing list - jeff crane
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 16:53:07 -0400
  One often overlooked component in power steering systems, is the filter. I know this sounds strange but most systems have a filter in the...
• Re: ? Lock Washers on Exhaust Fasteners?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 17 Sep 2002 14:03:50 -0400
  ...As is > proper mechanical practice, the Bentley shows washers under the fasteners of > the exhaust system, but it is impossible to tell whether the...
• Re: 2.1 Wasser Boxer exhaust system
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:38:24 -0500
  Peter, The system we sell is $549 and includes all of the pipes, muffler, tailpipe, and all gaskets. I also offer free shipping on...
• exhaust system
  Historical mailing list
  18 Feb 1997 20:37:44 EDT
  My 84 Vanagon needs a new exhaust system. In Canada (Toronto area), I've had prices from $1200.to $2000.- How are prices for...
• Bleeding the cooling system
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 15 Jan 1999 18:44:40 -0500
  ...John Rodgers * EMC.Ver #2.5.02 ] -- Anyone ever try parking on a really steep downhill grade to bleed the system . Haven't tried...
• 82 Westy Exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Ra�l Barreras
  Mon, 7 Jun 1999 22:59:57 -0400
  The exhaust system in Wilma has had it! So, I would like to know about how much it would set me back for a...
• Re: Cooling System Pressure
  Historical mailing list - steve delasalle
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 04:59:14 -0800
  errrr..this conflicts with the advice given on sure Tests for the Cooling System TEST #2 DO'S & DON'TS FOR head REMOVAL WORDS...
• Purging A/C system.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 13 Jul 2005 21:39:49 -0500
  I just got through purging / flushing the A/C system. (It's a messy job if you do it my way.) I removed the...
• Re: Botched Coolant Flush Implications?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:13:08 -0700
  ...To be safe you should bleed your cooling system (see archives) to make sure all of the air is out of the system. I...
• Fwd: metric system
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sun, 19 Sep 2021 18:34:27 -0700
  Hi Dave - I am late to the party - but I would disagree that Canadians dislike the metric system. I think we live with it...
• Re: Must sell my Vanagon - Comments appreciated
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Tue, 19 Oct 2010 09:42:07 EDT
  ...There is also a complete new fuel delivery system from new gas tank, lines, pump, filter and injectors. hello Pat with the CIS system...