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• Re: generators again-Honda EU1000
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:33:28 -0600
  ...Look into a propane or kerosene catalytic, if heat is a concern. << > > �Then maybe I should bring the genny upstairs and run it inside...
• heating a westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Ivan Boyd
  Tue, 26 Aug 1997 10:43:35 -0700
  ...To this end I am almost sold on the Olympian "A" model catalytic heaters. I talked to their rep and he recommended the model...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - den jolliffe
  Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:46:01 -0700
  ...Sent: Monday, March 19, 2012 6:38:50 PM >Subject: Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it??? > >David, that is true.� Some folks try...
• Oxygen sensors
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 31 Oct 2014 18:22:31 -0400
  ...The 3 way catalytic converter has to actually support oxidizing (lean mixture) reactions to reduce carbon monoxide and unburned hydrocarbons and reduction (rich) reactions...
• Re: O2 sensors brand quality difference?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 Jul 2014 16:59:37 -0400
  ...O2 sensors brand quality difference? Our '03 Toyota Matrix idles at 2000+ rpm in colder weather to get it's catalytic converter to 'light...
• Re: new CARB rules for cats in Calif?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 14:51:07 -0800
  ...Until further notice, this catalytic converter should > not be used > on vehicles registered in California." > > Anyone in California subject to CARB rules care to...
• Re: Westfalia Stove Schematic or Repair?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:16:08 -0500
  ...The other burner and catalytic heater on the same LP line work >as usual. > >Troubleshooting ideas? Schematics and repair parts availablity? Has to be...
• Re: 87 Syncro: engine hesitating
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Jun 1996 18:23:22 -0400
  ...I replaced the fuel filter but, alas, that >didn't do it. > >Any thoughts? Thanks, Nelson Hogg Oxygen sensor? Catalytic convertor? Spark plugs? Spark...
• Re: Waterboxer starting problems
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Dec 1995 21:52:30 -0500
  ...BTW, the catalytic converter doesn't >let >anything *in*, it lets things *out* (and catalyzes combustion of the excess >hydrocarbons) What I meant to...
• Re: Cat causing heads to crack?
  Historical mailing list - Bill
  Tue, 22 Sep 1998 16:25:04 -0700
  ...If the problem is a clogged catalytic converter causing your engine to overheat, BUY ANOTHER ONE. Bill (SE Arizona) (Bill@freeholder.com) HTTP://www...
• Re: Performance Exhaust for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 19:43:08 -0600
  ...The >> really good news is that this complete exhaust system (no >> catalytic convertor) >> is only $280. >> > Is an exhaust without a cat legal anywhere...
• Re: Removal of cat converter
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sun, 14 Oct 2001 22:46:38 -0500
  ...Sun, 14 Oct 2001 23:34:29 -0400 > >How many out there have removed their catalytic converter? Any major >disadvantage beyond environmental concerns? > >Just...
• Re: 060412 smog tests
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 09:43:19 -0400
  ...And if all else fails, a brand new catalytic converter will always gives me results in the single digits. ;-/ Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m...
• Re: FS: Propex HS2000
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Wed, 9 May 2007 17:39:43 -0700
  ...Not nearly as quiet as the Platinum Cat catalytic heater I once had. There was a tiny fan inside for the exhaust vent. Keith...
• RE: Auxillary Heater (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Clark M. Carr
  18 Apr 97 01:31:33 EDT
  ...David Garth [76176,762] Catalytic Heater Review for VW Vanagon Camper I have just completed the installation and testing of a catalytic space heater...
• Re: oh No!- My "New" 1984 Westy Shuts Down on the H-Way!
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Tue, 24 Nov 1998 19:19:57 -0600
  ...top of Rogers >Pass, he told me to take off the catalytic converter and knock out the >bits. Inside the converter is a porcelin...
• Re: Catalytic Converter
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 6 Jul 2017 11:35:36 -0700
  The cat in question was welded in on a Jetta engine in a cat exempt Canadian 1981 Vanagon. An OEM Vanagon cat is removable...
• catalytic heaters in campers
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Mon, 3 May 2010 21:03:49 -0800
  Yes, I meant to mention that. I got mine for around 215 on ebay about five years ago. There's no reason to pay...
• Re: 112HP @ 4800RPM on a stock WBX?
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 23 Mar 2000 19:33:53 +0100
  ...It is > a non catalytic converter motor using the DIgijet FI with 10.5 to 1 CR. The > engine code is given as DJ...
• late night comment and then to bed
  Historical mailing list - jim
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 00:28:53 -0400
  ...Next time the secret is take off the catalytic converter, but the extra gasket, it does not matter if it is new. all this...
• replace cat converter - tough job?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Gross
  Tue, 29 Apr 2003 10:59:58 -0700
  A recent smog check on my '90 GL indicates that the catalytic converter needs to be replaced. This is confirmed by my trustworthy mechanic...
• Re: LPG Quick connect device
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Fri, 5 Dec 2003 20:29:04 -0500
  ...81 Westy >I recall a listee who has installed a propane catalytic heater in the van >and has a disconnect mounted on the cabinet...
• Re: Converting Coleman Catalytic Heater to LP tank? (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 12:56:52 -0500
  I can't imagine that the tent the 2 fellows died in was extremely airtight, ---------------------- Clip ------------------------- If you get one of the newer tents...
• NVC Re: Vanagon emissions
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 2 Oct 2009 21:14:21 -0400
  ...or more likely catalytically decompose it that is small, lightweight and doesn't use lots of energy itself -- hence catalytic -- *and* can convert 20...
• Re: LVC shop heater(NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Tue, 1 Jun 2004 14:14:50 -0800
  ...A > better idea is a catalytic LPG heater for temporary heat. > > Cheers, > > Pensioner ( who was NOT responsible for the ChemWarfare stuff at > Ft. G) >
• Re: Mufflers re-dux (pipe strangeness)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:59:07 -0600
  ...On that job, unlike the other shop I consulted, he will weld a flange onto the catalytic converter side of the muffler, and and...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - David B Rankin
  Mon, 5 Feb 1996 08:10:53 -0500
  ...Concerns about Emissions Testing and Exhaust system $$$ (before Mar = 96) Still looking for an exhaust system with Catalytic Converter before = inspection date (March 1...
• Re:Exhaust Parts for '87 Westie-Calif. Imports.
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Wed, 10 Jul 1996 09:10:08 PDT
  ...Header pipes listed at $140 ea., > catalytic converters for $130, etc. Way cheaper than VW. Know nothing > 'bout it but from seein' the ad...
• Re: Let's not make vented catalytic heaters
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Sun, 23 Dec 2001 11:01:31 EST
  You guys are starting to worry me with all this talk of Gerry-rigging unvented heating devices. Now stop trying to replicate the toasty...
• Re: Passing NJ Inspections
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Ford
  Sat, 2 Mar 2002 23:41:14 -0500
  ...NOX by 1/2 of one part per million! A new catalytic converter is in her future! I had to buy a new gas...
• FS Platinum cat heater
  Historical mailing list - Bruce J. Wilbur
  Sat, 27 Jul 2002 14:34:08 -0700
  ...5200 btu, vented catalytic propane heater. Great condition. $250 + shipping. I used to set this up in our 87 syncro Westy behind the front...
• Re: engine fart
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 16 Apr 2004 04:03:50 EDT
  ...Weak oil control rings would cause the catalytic convertor to heat up until you could literally toast bread on it. At night, it would...
• Re: Lots of white smoke from exhaust - gone
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 4 Apr 2007 16:57:07 -0400
  ...and felt like it was choked up.Maybe a plugged up catalytic converter. The Vanagon had run good before sitting,though. I shut it...
• Re: Install of catalytic converter on 90 multivan
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Mon, 31 May 2004 10:53:36 -0700
  ...Install of catalytic converter on 90 multivan Ed, I wonder if anyone has attempted to use stainless nuts and bolts as replacement hardware so...
• Re: Catalytic converter comparisons
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 30 Jul 2014 12:27:18 -0600
  ...about oxygen sensors; how about a comparison to a related item- catalytic converters? > > I'm buying the GoWesty stainless exhaust while it's on...
• S&S Header 2.1l Exhaust systems in stock!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 15:26:18 EDT
  ...These systems are $280 plus shipping and includes all gaskets and the entire exhaust system except the catalytic convertor. The system is supposed to...
• Re: Replacing Muffler
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 11 Jan 2004 21:20:56 -0600
  ...way out, as is the pipe just in front of >>the catalytic converter. Are the stock replacements the standard >>thing to use? Anything special...
• Re: Thoughts on Mr. Heater Buddy?
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Mon, 13 Mar 2006 19:18:37 -0800
  ...I use a 2600btu Ancient Coleman catalytic as a quick warmer. Not recommended for the faint of heart. A very dry unglazed flowerpot placed...
• Re: disconnect 02 sensor
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Feb 1997 14:51:14 -0800
  ...High CO and HCs will react in the catalytic converter to come out as water and carbon dioxide and a lot of heat. If...
• Re: getting a jump on winter-plat cat heaters available anywhere?
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 29 Aug 2002 07:15:36 -0400
  ...Any sources? > >Or recommendations on what to do instead? I find lotsa links to >_unvented_ catalytic heaters but are they safe for inside the...
• Re: Calif. Smog Fail and Catalytic Converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 1 Dec 2014 17:18:00 -0500
  ...Smog Fail and Catalytic Converter What type cat was first installed? It should not have failed that early although it could have been fouled...
• installing a vented catalytic heater (L)
  Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
  Thu, 28 Aug 1997 17:39:42 -0400
  ...I think the vented catalytic heaters are cheaper= - about $330 for the 6000-btu size- and a bit easier to install. = Bill Dummitt
• Re: dryeastie
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:13:33 -0800
  ...legal besides a catalytic converter? > > Appreciate your assistance > > Lisa > > > >
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 9 Mar 1996 20:50:04 -0500
  ...On a Baja trip we clogged our catalytic converter and did seriuos damage to our engine. Instead of a rebuild we spent the extra...
• Winter Camping Tips.
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Tue, 8 Nov 94 15:12:18 PST
  So how do the rest of you folks winterize your westie? I've seen foam window covers, propane catalytics, micro forced air furnaces, lots...
• 2.1L parts prices?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Sat, 21 Dec 1996 11:45:19 -0800 (PST)
  ...particularly worried about parts like the airflow sensor, idle stabilizer, injectors, catalytic converter, muffler, etc., and if they are very expensive I'll plan...
• no start problem
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 21 Jun 1997 10:31:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Am I right that my Tugboat ('90 syncro westy) doesn't have a catalytic converter this would harm? I'll plug in the trickle...
• Re: Spring service completed (long)
  Historical mailing list - SBate82659
  Sat, 28 Mar 1998 23:44:55 EST
  ...ignition timing checked ECU fault codes checked emissions control systems tested catalytic converter efficiency adjusted engine basics installed new Bosch oxygen sensor (I supplied...
• Re: Coleman Propane Heaters - what's the proper way?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Brideau
  Wed, 8 Oct 2003 15:35:20 -0400
  Hi, What is the safest/cheapest/easiest way to install an over-night heater? I bought a Colman propane fueled catalytic heater ($30 or...
• Re: my 83.5 Vanagon gets no power
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 15 Mar 2004 23:34:37 -0500
  ...It's a blown catalytic > converter, and o2 sensor. He wants to charge me $987 to > repair it. Seems way to high, but he...
• Re: O2 Sensor in Catalytic Converter - Correct model for each FI system ?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 14:15:59 -0400
  Sam Walters wrote: <snip > Since two people had the plug blow out, what is the plug you were sent made of and how is...
• Re: Catalytic converters
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 26 Apr 2006 11:23:48 -0400
  > Can the converter from an '80 air-cooled > 2.0l be used on an '85 1.9l? Only if you also use the muffler...
• Re: Performance Exhaust for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sun, 14 Mar 1999 10:07:50 -0800
  ...It seems that a few of us on the list feel that it is okay to "get away with" not having a functioning catalytic...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 20 Mar 2012 08:56:44 -0600
  ...do get what you pay for when it comes to a catalytic converter. > > Happy smogging� > > Jeff > > > From: OlRivrRat [mailto:OlRivrRat@comcast.net] > Sent: Monday...
• Re: Anyone use this Heater for their Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 30 Aug 2012 07:10:41 -0700
  Looks very similar to the Olympian heater I have in my van: <http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/olympian-wave-3-catalytic-safety-heater...
• Misc watercooled
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carrington
  Sat, 03 Feb 96 23:14:04 -0800
  ...now has 131 on it. no knocks, and not a smoker.. Catalytic is good, > muffler fair. > Tom LaPointe, toml170056@aol.com > (Feb 3) Just...
• Intermittent rough running Waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Dyen Fred D.
  Sat, 18 May 1996 19:01:30 -0800 (AKDT)
  ...I had the catalytic converter off several months ago and it appeared in tack. Suggestions welcome and appreciated. Fred
• FS: $3500 1985 Vanagon Westfalia Weekend Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Dave Neebe
  Sun, 22 Mar 1998 22:11:38 -0600
  ...Recent includes 1/2 Axle and Catalytic converter. Age of engine unknown, since I have only had for two years. Tan in color Located...
• Re: Performance Exhaust for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Dieter Thiessen
  Mon, 15 Mar 1999 00:12:39 EST
  ...to promote your view of "getting away with" not having a catalytic > converter.. > And it's not okay to promote the view of being...
• Re: cat bad????
  Historical mailing list - walter bahm
  Tue, 22 Aug 2000 17:28:41 -0700
  The catalytic converter is designed to reduce the hydrocarbon (HC) emissions that resulted from incomplete combustion. the converter might not be working because its...