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• Head change/engine replacement on 84, info needed
  Historical mailing list - David Shepherdson
  Thu, 3 Jun 1999 11:52:16 -0700
  ...How do GEX compare (can get for $1800)? If you have done with of these operations I would like to discuss it with you...
• Re: Diesel Heat
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 3 Jan 2002 23:12:43 -0500
  > Excuse my unfamiliarity with the subject, but isn't alot of the heat > produced by a diesel engine used up in it's operation...
• Oil pressure summary
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 20 Sep 2002 08:55:11 -0700
  ...2.1L...can anyone give me the "typical" pressure readings I should be looking for during operation? Stuart MacMillan '84 Westy w/2.1
• Re: 'Keyless' stereo operation
  Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 18:20:20 -0400
  Roger, The radio in my 84, which was not stock, came from the dealership wired to be always on. Two replacement radios through the...
• Re: Brighter Tail Lights
  Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
  Fri, 1 Apr 2005 08:36:15 -0800
  ...32CP bulbs are not designed for > continuous operation and they will damage the housings in time. They > will also help destroy the headlight switch...
• Re: Dometic Frig Will not stay cold with DC current
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:57:46 -0400
  ...panel switch and relay that let the thermostat regulate the DC operation as well. The relay was needed to do the actual DC switching...
• Re: Digitool for digifant?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 6 Jun 2006 16:31:28 -0700
  ...make it for those who asked. > > I solved a long standing operational problem on the Weekender and > therefore didn't follow through on buying...
• Fwd: 87 Volkswagen Vanagon, Poor-idle/Hesitation
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Foltz
  Wed, 10 Jun 1998 06:50:24 EDT
  ...O2 sensor is in operation. I have noticed that the ECU is getting REAL HOT after about 30 minutes of operation. I do suspect...
• Re: tested Oxygen Sensor, and...
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 16 May 2008 19:43:02 -0500
  ...They work together in the "closed loop" operation. It is also important to use a meter with a high impedance so that it doesn...
• Re: brakes
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 22 Dec 2002 21:45:18 -0600
  ...My helper made sure that the fluid level was full up during the pumping of the brake pedal during each bleeding operation. When I...
• Re: Headlight Upgrade Eilemma
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 11 Sep 2011 23:56:14 -0500
  ...switch is held in the up position by the driver and plays no active role >> during either high or low beam operation otherwise. >> >> Mark >> >> > >
• Re: Why does the fuel pump cycle twice?
  Historical mailing list - Gregor Brandt
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 19:51:40 -0600
  ...Ken Lewis <kdlewis@northstate.net> wrote: > Robert, > That sounds like normal operation. The injectors fire every time a spark > plug does. The fuel pump...
• Re: Heres the URL for the Prototype List Photosite!!
  Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
  Tue, 29 Jun 1999 10:01:44 -0700
  ...Engineer (916) 394-5302 - phone Sacramento Operations Center (916) 815-0762 - pager Apple Computer Inc.
• Re: 2.1L heads leaking (or 1.9L)
  Historical mailing list - FranD
  Fri, 28 Jan 2000 12:15:06 -0800
  ...Here is what I use for my maintenance and I wonder if I'm doing the best for my '84 overall operation Castrol 10W30...
• Re: Sears disaster- BOZO's heh
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Fri, 25 May 2001 08:35:16 -0700
  ...Engineer +353-21-4284316 > WW Operations Engineering > Apple, Cork, Ireland. >
• Re: rear window wiper
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 9 May 2001 22:05:41 +1200
  >Also, since I don't have an owners manual - could >someone kindly explain the operation of the fresh >air/heat sliders? Those 4 kinda...
• Re: stranded in san francisco...need watercooled westy tech help (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/3 WBXs
  Wed, 4 Sep 2002 14:59:23 +0000
  ...Was this determined while cranking the engine or some other way? The one sure fault that would stop the engine operation totally is the...
• Re: Q: adding a differential lock or Limited Slip on a 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 2 Feb 2005 22:38:43 -0500
  ...It's a hack-n-weld > operation. Monster Vanagon, anyone? > > ===== > Chris S. > > '84 Westy -> http://www.knology.net/~vwghost/hershey/ > '01 NB TDI -> http...
• Re: Headlight Upgrade Dilemma
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:35:55 -0400
  ...circuit comes into play only under rare circumstance? >Or does the operation of the dimmer switch bring that circuit into play >momentarily every time...
• Re: extra seats in a full camper, or stick with a weekender?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 9 Apr 2007 13:34:20 EDT
  ...you want a > Vanagon due to low cost of ownership and operation, you may soon be > disappointed. Whatever the purchase price, that is only...
• Re: Why I don't drive the Baja at 4 in the morning!
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Wed, 10 Oct 2007 13:24:03 -0400
  ...Scandals Bring Down Chicago Police Unit The Chicago Police Department is disbanding its elite Special Operations Section. Seven officers have been charged with robbery...
• Re: refrigerator failure, '91 VW Vanagon GL Campmobile
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Thu, 2 Feb 2012 20:04:17 -0800
  ...On gas operation the igniter senses the resistance through the flame between the electrode and burner. When there is no flame at the burner...
• Re: Vanagon Stereo Override?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 19:13:16 -0500
  ...of the relay coil draw enough to interfere with proper >> electrical operation of the OEM warning light/buzzer electronics and >> cause false alarms? >> >> Not...
• Re: Propane power...anyone know about that?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 23 Aug 2010 03:13:56 -0400
  ...This synthesized ignition profile generated a propane specific timing curve from idle to 6,000 rpm when triggered on for propane (read LPG) operation...
• How buying "totaled" vehicles at true wholesale is possible.
  Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 12:32:24 -0600
  ...The salvage yard operation was as much of a disinterested third party to this operation as your left hand is to your right hand...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 18 Mar 2012 11:22:49 -0700
  ...emission >> inspection requirement or not, the converter is required for legal >> operation of your vehicle. Further, the vehicle is engineered to >> operate properly with...
• Re: refrigerator - high altitude operation
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 19 Jun 2002 14:14:27 -0400
  ...I understand >there is a fitting that is intended to permit operation at high altitudes >but have heard that (1) it is not available...
• Re: 2.1 hose price deal NVC
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sat, 24 Apr 2004 11:17:15 -0700
  ...In a past life I've 'done > the numbers' for retail operations and a big factor is 'time on the > shelf' and the cost...
• 2 ECU'S FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Oct 2017 08:56:05 -0500
  ...on the floor between the seats or installed in the dash. Operations manual included. Reason for selling - I'm getting a Subaru engine! Price...
• Re: Intermittent wiper Relay ?
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Tue, 20 Apr 2010 20:08:27 -0600
  ...with", but where does Detlev fall? Hope it's not "before" 'cause you'll love playing with the operation of the "99" module. Richard
• Re: FS: Wrecked Westy Lo Miles
  Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
  Fri, 18 Jun 1999 08:17:03 -0700
  ...Engineer (916) 394-5302 - phone Sacramento Operations Center (916) 815-0762 - pager Apple Computer Inc.
• VDO Gauges?
  Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
  Mon, 24 May 1999 15:56:31 -0700
  ...Engineer (916) 394-5302 - phone Sacramento Operations Center (916) 815-0762 - pager Apple Computer Inc.
• Re: Engine Cutting Out at Highway Speed
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Sun, 10 Jun 2001 17:07:30 EDT
  In a message dated 6/10/01 4:30:23 PM, kdlewis@JUNO.COM writes: << Have you check the operation of the full throttle...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 26 Jul 2001 00:19:10 EDT
  ...on > then cycles back off after a bit. > > Is this normal operation for both fan speeds when the AC is turned on? > > yes, the...
• Re: High Altitude Problems -'90 WBX
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 5 Sep 2001 02:08:00 -0500
  ...High Altitude Problems -'90 WBX Can the Digifant system be reset for high altitude operations? I thought there was supposed to be altitude correction...
• Re: Patienly waiting!!!
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Sun, 16 Oct 2011 16:36:40 -0600
  ...great place for keeping your mechanics fluid/beer cold during the operation!!! Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy On Oct 16, 2011 5:34...
• Re: o-ring cooling crossover tube
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sat, 3 Sep 2005 20:01:54 -0400
  ...I have two years trouble-free operation to show for my efforts. John ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Cardo" <rrecardo@WEBTV.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY...
• Surepower 1315 test report
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Sat, 9 May 2009 15:04:48 -0700
  ...That shouldn't have anything to do with normal operation. I also isolated the 1315 from the frame ground to see if that had...
• RE: cool running = poor mpg
  Historical mailing list - Stephen T. KIRBY 610-454-3941
  Tue, 29 Apr 1997 13:25:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...The condensation on cold surfaces is the reason that a cold start requires a closed choke(carbs) or operation of the cold start injector...
• Gas Heater Newbie
  Historical mailing list - Saulius Berzinskas
  Sat, 16 Dec 2000 13:41:47 -0500
  ...Any advise on the gas heater operation would be greatly appreciated since i am planning a little winter trip in my summer vehicle. Saul...
• Re: when is Dead Head o' Winter Campout?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
  Tue, 16 Jan 2001 13:23:48 -0500
  ...We went in February > last year, and it was great. > What's the date for this year? > Who's "in charge" of this operation...
• Re: Windage, Ullage, Oil Temps
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Thu, 28 Mar 2002 07:45:02 -0800
  ...The second is that it reduces foaming induced by the motion of the pistons, rods and crankshaft during normal operation. Less air in the...
• LPG Regulator Leaking?
  Historical mailing list - Mike D.
  Sat, 9 Aug 2003 16:55:52 -0700
  ...I assume this isn't normal? Or does the regulator leak as a regular function of operation? Since a new one is only $30...
• My taller syncro springs are now installed!!!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 30 Dec 1998 23:09:23 -0800
  ...I found out that I had frostbite on my knees from trying to install the springs myself on Christmas Day! The whole operation took...
• Re: What VW says about the flue cover
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 29 Jun 2015 22:05:46 -0700
  ...What VW says about the flue vent cover: > >> > >> TechTalk Bulletin Refrigerator Operation > >> > >> Flue Vent > >> --Cover the flue vent only when washing the vehicle. The...
• Re: improbable fixes
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:39:01 -0800
  ...For those of you that drive standard transmissions it is a good idea before you lose clutch operation to learn how to drive your...
• Re: Alternator light mystery
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 24 May 2010 13:45:27 -0700
  ...Subsequent operation (five or six starts) > has been normal. > > I shall reveal the trick as and when I discover it... > > David
• Re: Motor Oil (Synthetic)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:48:52 -0600
  ...It smoothed out tranny operation and I've had no troubles since. John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea, AL...
• Hydrolic valve adjustment?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Jul 1996 12:07:32 -0400
  ...Should I do the operation hot or cold? Any help you could give would be most appreciated. Thanks, Doug Hoffmann
• Re: Windshield Washer
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 21 Nov 2000 01:07:44 -0800
  ...How do I repair my inoperative front windshield washer? The pump > makes noise upon operation and, yes, the reservoir is full. I tied > threading...
• Re: High Altitude Issues??
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Mon, 5 Nov 2001 12:21:45 -0800
  ...I lived at 7,500 for a number of years and never experienced any noticeable change in operations. 90 GL 2.1 Jere 90...
• Santa Was Good To Me
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Tue, 25 Dec 2001 13:14:30 -0600
  ...Ths thing has a fan which runs on two D cell batteries, and is good for 18 hours of operation. It states right on...
• Re: looking for flu vent cover
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 09:27:09 -0500
  ...Chris Smith Cheif of Undervan Operations, T.U.R.D.
• Slave cylinder bracket
  Historical mailing list - Per Martin Joraholmen
  Tue, 18 Feb 2003 10:40:23 +0100
  ...Looking at the slave cylinder when in operation, the bracket that holds the slave cylinder slides out on the sleeve around the clutch arm...
• Re: '85 Vanagon power loss
  Historical mailing list - Lastfogel, Darren
  Tue, 21 Sep 2004 08:49:54 -0400
  ...Re: '85 Vanagon power loss For any year Vanagon engine management system operational problems, reference the VW Fuel Systems Pro Training manual. It has...
• Re: redline in NJ? and Anywhere Else
  Historical mailing list - Rob Infante
  Tue, 20 Dec 2005 17:06:56 EST
  ...http://www.myoilshop.com/ This operation is run by a good ol' gal who knows her oil and how to ship PRONTO! After all...
• Clean Duct Tape Residue? (pop to canvas repair)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 14:21:25 -0700
  ...I know there's stuff in the archives about tape residue removal, but this is a somewhat delicate operation so..... What removes sticky residue...
• Re: Mr. Heater buddy now under $40 at Lowes
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:02:04 -0500
  ...along with this is a >well-written post on the PROPER OPERATION AND >VENTING of said heaters in an >enclosed / non-vented / Vanagon environment...
• Re: Dometic Fridge: Bah Humbug! <grin>
  Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
  Thu, 12 Aug 2010 03:43:09 -0400
  ...Continually opening and closing the fridge door to alternate between 12-volt operation when driving and propane when stopped, significantly compromises the ability to...
• Re: Headlight Operation
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 1 Oct 2013 06:32:24 -0700
  ...requirement, IIRC. > > It's designed for a manual momentary "flash-flash" operation, not to be > held that way for continuous use. > > It's an...