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• Brake light circuit current with trailer, WAS: Re: No High Beams
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:45:51 -0700
  ...A converter is needed to drive the two-circuit trailer from the three circuit van. A powered converter connects to the battery to avoid...
• O2 senor operation!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 16 May 2012 16:53:23 -0400
  ...The 3 way catalytic converter is so named as it is designed to reduce hydrocarbons, (HC), carbon monoxide,(CO) and oxides of nitrogen, (NOx...
• how do I get O2 sensor out?
  Historical mailing list - David E Most
  Wed, 24 Jul 1996 13:34:47 -0400
  ...The O2 sensor is really stuck in the converter. so, 1)If I use heat to get it out, will it damage the sensor...
• Re: used propane tank for sale
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 09:14:04 -0700
  If I had a tank like yours with rust starting on the seams, I'd put 'rust converter' on the seams right now. m2cw...
• Re: poor gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 30 Nov 2005 17:07:54 -0500
  ...hot spark? Fuel injector cleaner in the tank? Clutch slippping? Catalytic converter plugged? Does it overheat?Brakes dragging? vacuum advance hose disconnected? Weak coil...
• Re: auto tranny parts swap
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 8 Jul 2007 16:03:35 -0400
  ...auto tranny parts swap Anyone know if a 1990 auto tranny torque converter will fit in a 85 auto tranny. Merv
• Catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:35:38 -0700
  I'm wondering if my cat is blocked. I have a cat from a 1.9 in front of me and am looking inside...
• Re: Help w/ Electrolux 3-way fridge with 220V
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Wed, 9 Oct 2013 03:24:29 -0700
  ...The converters are easy to locate. > > >> On 2013-10-08, at 10:11 PM, Automatic digest processor <LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> wrote: >> >> His all...
• Re: Need crossover pipe for aircooled vanagon exhaust.
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 22 Jul 2002 16:00:26 -0400
  ...requirement for a cat converter.) However, since it will not accept a catalytic converter (or EGR filter), and all U.S. Vanagons are supposed...
• Re: Transmission Seal Leak!?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 25 Feb 2009 06:12:47 -0600
  ...Looked like the torque converter > had spun some around on last weekend's short drive. > > I tried to dig up some info on Vanagon...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:01:24 -0500
  ...Bus Depot claims their $100 converter is OEM manufacturer, but they want something over $400 for a "California Cat." mcneely ---- Jeff Schwaia <vw.doka...
• muffler for 88 WBX
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Mon, 1 Mar 2004 15:39:34 -0600
  ...How did I miss them when I had the engine out??? So now I have the muffler and catalytic converter off. I purchased a...
• Running without a cat...?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:06:46 -0400
  ...It turns out, my catalytic converter has nothing left. It's completely empty. The previous owner had a S & S Exhaust system put on...
• Re: How much ATF in Torque Converter
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Mon, 14 Jul 2003 17:00:02 -0700
  ...How much ATF in Torque Converter >Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2003 19:39:43 -0500 > >I didn't worry about it. I just put...
• Re: Vanagon engine noise - collapsed lifter?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Sat, 3 Dec 2011 06:34:05 -0500
  ...Zinc will damage the catalytic converter, and this damage is the sole reason for the reduction of ZDDP in the current crop of oils...
• Re: 2.1 Ernst Muffler Design and Failing Catalytic Converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 3 Jul 2017 03:14:02 +0000
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• which exhaust gasket to use?
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Fri, 25 Jul 2014 13:36:44 -0700
  What is the correct type of gasket to use between the J-pipe and the catalytic converter? My J-pipe has a flared end...
• SS header
  Historical mailing list - Ed Henckel
  Thu, 18 Sep 1997 11:38:15 -0700
  ...Questions, anyone, would my 86 westy operate ok without the cat converter? No emmissons test here. The exhust tips would come closer to the...
• Re: Need AT final drive seal replacement pointers
  Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
  Fri, 7 Apr 2006 22:41:35 EDT
  ...Also remember the torque converter is probably contaminated by the coolant also.
• Re: Catalytic converter comparisons
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 31 Jul 2014 18:42:42 -0400
  ...Catalytic converter comparisons Thanks for the feedback. Based on price, and reputation, I ordered the Magnaflow. I got it for $80.82 shipped from...
• Re: WTB new factory 2.1 Catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 3 Sep 2002 16:04:41 -0400
  > Hello- is there anyone selling OEM catalytic converters besides > the dealer and if so, who is and how much are they? I have just...
• Re: Laptop Power Consumption?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 Nov 2002 14:49:25 -0500
  ...Note there is a loss due to the power converter. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf...
• Dilemma(kinda long)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 05 Dec 1995 11:57:03 -0500 (EST)
  In 79, all busses came from the factory with a catalytic converter. Jump ahead to 1993. The PO of my bus gets the bus...
• NEED INFO FAST!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 04 Jun 1997 17:16:46 -0400
  ...know how much it would cost to have a new cat-converter put on it!! Also the clutch has trouble shifting into first- whats...
• Exhuast parts
  Historical mailing list - Lebron, Nathan (GEP, Contractor)
  Fri, 1 May 1998 10:40:46 -0400
  What exhaust parts will I need in order to get my system operational again? I have the muffler, the converter, and the sensor. Other...
• Effectiveness of cat converter
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Wed, 17 Jan 2001 23:55:25 -0500
  Hello VW folks Anyone know the effect the VW (Busdepot?) cat has on emissions? Does it reduce HC and NOx or just Hc? Does...
• Here's one what's your cut?
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Fri, 2 Jan 2004 22:00:27 -0800
  ...in the exhaust pipe (where the pipe goes into the cat converter -- pipe side) was caused by a worn out forward tranny mount causing...
• Stubborn oxygen sensor
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Sun, 11 Nov 2007 15:50:54 -0500
  I'm replacing the catalytic converter on my Carat and not suprisingly, the 02 sensor is thoroughly stuck with corrosion. Generous application of PB...
• Re: Surepower 1315, auxiliary fuse block, Progressive Dynamics charger, and Vitrifrigo installation questions
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Fri, 1 May 2009 16:44:43 -0600
  ...Can I just tie in enough of the same size wire to reach the fuse > block? > > 4) The Progressive Dynamics PD9130 converter/charger ( > > http...
• Sport-o-Matic
  Historical mailing list - Jon B. Kanas
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 15:35:39 -0700
  ...The torque converter is used to prevent stalling when the vehicle is stopped. The transmissions were very ineffecient; high power loss and poor fuel...
• Re: WTB cermaic coated tailpipe
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 29 May 2004 18:44:58 -0500
  ...http://www.engineceramics.com/ It might be better worth your investment to have all the pipes, catalytic converter and tail pipe coated. Price $130...
• Re: Performance Exhaust for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 15:07:34 -0400
  ...Even though I am running carbs (inherited from the PO) I will continue to run my catylitic converter in an effort to do whatever...
• Re: replace cat converter - tough job?
  Historical mailing list - ian Butler
  Tue, 29 Apr 2003 14:39:38 -0400
  ...the vehicle, what are the chances that I can get the converter from > BusDepot for $100 + shipping and do it myself? I'm no...
• Re: Where is a good place to get an inexpensive catalytic converter for an '87 2.1L Van?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 25 Aug 2014 14:40:23 -0400
  If this is not for use in California, we have a nice quality Bosal for $119. That's probably the best price around for...
• Re: Aftermarket Exhaust Parts for '87 Westie
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 9 Jul 1996 21:48:55 -0700
  ...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: Midas or not
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 01 Nov 1995 19:48:23 +0500
  >I used Midas for a catalytic converter on an '86 GL. In and out in < 2 hr. >Cost: $220.00 vs. Dealer $900.00...
• FOLLOW-UP no power: running lean (i think)
  Historical mailing list - Fred Porter
  Wed, 8 Jul 1998 12:04:07 -0600
  ...but the largest source of the problem was a deteriorating catalytic converter that had partially clogged the junction between cat and muffler. bessie is...
• Re: Gas Consumption
  Historical mailing list - Sean Birkner
  Wed, 1 Mar 2000 17:45:27 EST
  ...Other times I rev up to 3000rpms and the torque converter finally grabs and I get a lurch accompanied by a loud thunk.
• Effectiveness of cat converter
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Wed, 17 Jan 2001 23:56:42 -0500
  Hello VW folks Anyone know the effect the VW (Busdepot?) cat has on emissions levels? Does it reduce HC and NOx or just Hc...
• NVC - how do I control a battery powered DC motor.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 27 Sep 2004 23:26:10 -0500
  I have a 1 HP DC motor that I want to run on a car battery as opposed to using some sort of converter...
• Re: Transplant complication
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 27 Aug 2003 22:16:45 -0400
  There are 3 shafts that go into the torque converter. The smallest one goes all the way through the final drive and trans to...
• Re: westy auxillary battery
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 6 Feb 1995 13:30:22 -0800 (PST)
  ...a voltage doubler circuit (not cheap) or a DC to DC converter(not >cheap either.) Or maybe two generators! You could use two 6...
• Re: Turbo Muffler, Jacobs Ign, Snake Oil
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 13:39:51 EDT
  ...that ever since the start of the catalytic > converter era, engine designers have been FORCED to include high-energy, > solid-state ignition systems on...
• Re: Laptop Power Consumption?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 Nov 2002 14:41:45 -0500
  ...the power requirment is listed as 16 Volts / 2.6 amps On the bottom of the 12 Volt to 16 Volt Laptop Power Converter...
• Re: Automatic Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 23 Feb 2003 22:26:25 -0500
  ...The part on torque converters was really interesting. Seems they slip about 10% normally, and can't really beat that without a lock-up...
• Re: Jetta tranny to Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 13 Mar 2003 11:28:41 -0500
  ...The > converter, is just pass through. If I had to guess, I'd suspect the torque converter stall speed might be different for the...
• Re: Do I need a HEATED O2 sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Aerowolf
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 14:29:16 -0500
  ...Do I need a HEATED O2 sensor? > > > > If you have a water-cooled catalytic converter [which, by the > > way, is probably a bad idea...
• Re: oh No!- My "New" 1984 Westy Shuts Down on the H-Way!
  Historical mailing list - The Skylight Guy
  Tue, 24 Nov 1998 23:08:01 -0800
  ...Inside the converter is a porcelin honeycome core. As you drive, the porcelin super heats itself thus vaporizing any unburnt residues left over from...
• Do I need a HEATED O2 sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 7 Sep 2004 19:14:33 -0700
  ...When I rebuilt my Federal Westfalia (no O2 sensor) I installed a water-cooled catalytic converter in the exhaust. Since the water-cooled converter...
• Re: Broken Catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:01:41 -0800
  ...2000 Miles ago I got a new tiico engine, new catalytic > converter and muffler, etc....the CC has cracked apart just before the > muffler...
• Re: Performance Exhaust for Vanagons (F)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Mar 1999 15:03:07 EST
  ...Even though I am running carbs (inherited from the PO) I will continue to run my catylitic converter in an effort to do whatever...
• Re: Welding Cat & Trip down 80.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 14 May 2001 09:35:30 -0700
  ...subject. > The three cornered Collar on our catalytic converter cracked off the body > of the converter the other day. It is a nice clean...
• 2.1 Complete Exhaust System Free For the Taking
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Wed, 24 Apr 2019 23:37:46 +0000
  ...Good Catalytic Converter. 118,000 miles.Lots of life left in them.Located at Van Nuys Airport in California. Mike Magnani
• WANTED: 2.1l wbx flywheel for 4-sp tranny (Portland or Seattle)
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Wed, 23 Apr 2014 07:47:32 -0700
  Getting ready for Cunegonde's engine swap; need a flywheel to replace donor engine's torque converter. Who locally has a flywheel, or a...
• Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 18:15:23 -0500
  ...A plugged catalytic converter could also cause similar problems. Factory timing made our 85 run wimpy. I set it to ten to fifteen degrees...
• Re: flywheel bolts
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Wed, 4 Nov 2009 10:31:27 -0800
  ...the picture in every Bentley, before putting on the converter, and that the converter spins freely behind the drive plate on putting it all...
• Re: Leaking Torque Converter Seal- Fixed
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 27 Mar 2010 08:20:56 -0400
  Intermittent torque converter leaks are usually a sign of something else being wrong. Worn TC bushing, loose TC to flex plate bolts, or trans...
• Re: rust treatment
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Casal
  Sat, 26 Jun 2021 07:48:29 -0400
  There are a ton of rust converters on the market these days, ospho being the most recommended on thesamba from what I’ve read...
• Re: Catalytic converter comparisons
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Wed, 30 Jul 2014 20:08:17 -0400
  ...Now there's a scam....many exhaust shops will offer to replace your converter. They sell you a no name Chinese knock off for...
• Re: Installing a 1000W converter
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Wed, 14 Jun 2006 19:06:10 -0700
  ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") KG6RCR On 6/14/2006 1:59 PM Gilles Turmel wrote: > Hi, > I want to isntall a 1000W converter...