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• Re: On exhaust cracking,vibration and noise(not short)for converted vgons
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 28 Sep 2001 15:37:03 EDT
  ...It would be great if you can take pictures of your exhaust system and post it. (Boy I may regret saying that on a...
• exhaust quality questions
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Fri, 8 Nov 2002 15:04:54 -0500
  I put an S&S Header ( http://www.ssheaders.com or list vendors) system on my '87 Vanagon (different from your exhaust) when it...
• Re: exhaust head stud welded! to exhaust header flange
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sun, 28 Jun 2009 14:30:50 -0700
  Whats the condition of your exhaust headers? If its anything less than awesome....I'd say cut through the weld, cut through the flange...
• Re: I win!!! the worse ever "westy part" picture...
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 16 Mar 2005 20:02:39 -0600
  ...I simply meant that Black Satin is a Thermal Barrier and should not be used on engine cases, it is an exhaust coating. The...
• Re: 85 Exhaust:
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 28 Jul 2000 12:41:10 -0700
  ...I installed a used engine in mine a couple years ago, complete with exhaust. It ran like a dog. One of the more basic...
• Re: Nuts and bolts to use on exhaust
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:10:36 -0600
  Back in the day, working on aircraft, special brass nuts were used on exhaust studs. Over time, special heat treated steel nuts were introduced...
• Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 9 Feb 2014 18:06:50 -0800
  I bet! Scott and Alistair have had great success building I4 exhausts with no flex joint so when the current bushing fails, I'll...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Mike Boland
  Sat, 25 May 2002 18:05:09 -0500
  ...no more black sooty rich exhaust, idle smoothly ran great. and it took me 3 weeks to find it agghh! heres my orginal post...
• Re: Major exhaust woes! (Stud replacement???!!!)
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 30 Mar 2005 10:31:51 EST
  ...DIY coatings? I've tried several exhaust coatings on pipes for bikes. Prepped the pipes to within an inch of their lives, including bead...
• Rust-Converting Exhaust System?
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 7 Jun 1999 21:25:21 -0500
  ...There's been a lot of talk on the list lately about exhausts, so this is a good time to ask this: Has anybody...
• Re: studs or bolts on exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 12:52:24 -0400
  THe design of the exhaust will not allow stud, on all head ports. Studs make installation of the head pipes, almost impossible. Eric Warren...
• Re: Vanagon exhaust gaskets for 84GL Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:46:59 -0700
  I only use the exhaust port gaskets that are metal on one side, and fiber on the other side, on waterboxer engines. I'd...
• Re: S & S Exhaust System (2.1)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Mon, 11 May 2009 22:18:05 -0400
  ...5 days to prep. - per Ken at Vanagain he suggested using the exhaust goop when mating the parts for the tightest fit. - it's...
• Re: NOW - Stainless Steel Mufflers
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 25 Jul 2013 22:07:39 -0400
  I installed on of their exhausts a few weeks ago. Fit was very nice. Everything lined up. I used Stainless "A4" hardware except for...
• loud metal clanking sound in exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 26 Jul 2004 09:52:21 -0700
  After a nice week of the van running sweetly, I developed a really loud metal clanking sound in my exhaust system yesterday on the...
• Re: Help with replacement exhaust studs
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Sep 2013 16:54:08 -0400
  ...Help with replacement exhaust studs Ok in need the powers if cross reference. Say I needed to get exhaust studs for a 1985 vanagon...
• Re: Sourcing parts for my '90 Automatic project.
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 8 Nov 2011 08:59:43 -0500
  ...Does anyone have any '86+ 2.1 > (non syncro) exhaust bits lying around in serviceable or better shape > they'd be willing to sell...
• Re: Air recirculator
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 3 Feb 2019 09:10:54 -0800
  *"For 87 and earlier most Vanagons have the exhaust vents in the front doors."* well... on my tintop van I have those exhaust vents...
• STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST SYSTEM?
  Historical mailing list - Russell O. Gunter
  Wed, 23 Sep 1998 19:47:27 EDT
  ...remember someone promising to let us know when a stainless steel exhaust system for Vanagons was marketed. Does anyone recall hearing any more about...
• Hey Vendors! - Need Price
  Historical mailing list - Brian Doss
  Tue, 15 Aug 2000 08:26:30 EDT
  I need the price of the cast iron Y-pipe for an '88 2.1liter exhaust. As the exhaust travels, this would be the...
• exhaust smoke
  Historical mailing list - David Correia
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 09:09:36 -0500
  ...there is slightly noticeable white smoke coming from the exhaust. After hearing about the corrosion issues with vanagons, I thought I'd ask others...
• [fix] Ed McLean's Tiico exhaust modifications posted
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 19 Sep 2002 09:11:09 -0700
  I've posted Ed's description, diagrams, and pictures of his experiments in reducing Tiico exhaust failures. http://homepage.mac.com/alistairbell/home/ Alistair...
• exhaust hardware sizes needed
  Historical mailing list - insyncro
  Sun, 30 Mar 2003 23:17:42 -0500
  Hello, Could someone please share with me the sizes of all bolts, washers and nuts needed to replace a complete exhaust system. Head Stud...
• Re: Exhaust gaskets... sealer?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Thu, 30 Mar 2006 09:15:12 -0500
  ...What sealer >(if any) should be used on the various exhaust gaskets for a 1.9 engine? > >Tim
• Re: Neils' Downpipe/"Y" pics + exhaust flex bushing and pipe reducer questions
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 3 Apr 2008 20:25:13 -0700
  ...I'll be bracing exhaust system from muffler to Driver and Pass. side of engine. Lot's of threaded holes on Driver side of...
• Re: exhaust / Rust Prevention
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 2 Oct 2003 07:12:57 EDT
  ...exhaust > > Has anyone used a ceramic coated or powder coated exhaust system? . . . I've just rusted out > mine (lasted 4 years) and am looking...
• Re: Exaust system replacement
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 4 Jun 2013 07:03:49 -0700
  Of course, if cost is no object there is this sweet exhaust. http://www.rockymountainwesty.com/Stainless_Steel_Vanagon_WB_Exhaust_p/1wbx-ss...
• need Vanagon diesel exhaust advice
  Historical mailing list - Jim Snyder
  Sun, 2 May 1999 19:32:59 -0700
  Hi I noticed today that the muffler and exhaust pipe connection is cracked in my '82 Vanagon. Before I replace them I thought I...
• Exhaust system insulation
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 19 May 2005 08:43:57 -0500
  I've given some thought to putting an insulating wrap on the exhaust system of my van to help alleviate some of the heat...
• Re: Dealing with dealer <F>
  Historical mailing list - Justin Pentecost
  Fri, 10 Mar 2000 23:56:49 +0000
  ...The exhaust started to blow on the way down so when the job was over I called the local VW dealer and asked them...
• Re: wbx 6, should I?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 28 Feb 1999 15:51:03 -0800
  ...Even an exhaust that can accept it (assuming >stock '88 US=spec exhaust) is $469 complete (my price), asuming stock 2.1L >parts. And...
• Re: Painting the exhaust - High Temp - POR??
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:07:47 -0400
  ...Painting the exhaust - High Temp - POR?? So while I'm under the bus working on the clutch I had an exhaust issue to fix...
• Re: Neils' Downpipe/"Y" pics + exhaust flex bushing and pipe reducer questions
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 3 Apr 2008 19:28:22 -0700
  Neil, Are you going to add any bracing for that exhaust system? You really want to design that so there is NO flex in...
• Re: Advice needed for replacing front and rear header pipes and hardwar
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 20 May 2009 06:06:41 EDT
  ...DEAD RIGHT ! If I removed the engine each time I replaced an exhaust system on one of those rusty, corroded waterboxer engines then there...
• Exhaust mounting (was Re: freshly rebuilt 1600DP running VERY HOT!)
  Historical mailing list - Rodney L. Boleyn
  Thu, 02 May 1996 08:36:56 -0400
  ...Over time these have a tendency to come loose or break off, >after which the whole exhaust system is hanging from the manifold. Then...
• exhaust header studs on heads
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 24 Oct 2016 22:32:09 -0700
  I'd like to replace my exhaust with some nice stainless GoWesty pipes. I'm concerned I'll encounter problems with the head studs...
• Re: Info needed re: Audi 5-cyl conversion certification in California
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 15 Dec 2010 21:18:52 -0800
  ...The donor car is not available to pirate exhaust pieces from. BenT
• Re: Looking for an exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:12:24 -0800
  ...I will take the entire exhaust if need be. > Anyone have one leftover from a conversion?? > > Thanks, > > A J > -- Jake 1984 Vanagon GL 1...
• Re: Stainless Exhaust Update
  Historical mailing list - Tom Brunson
  Sat, 13 Sep 1997 21:12:30 UT
  The value of a stainless exhaust probably depends on where you live. Here in Texas I finally replaced the muffler on my '87 after...
• exhaust?
  Historical mailing list - David Chec
  Sat, 13 Jun 1998 21:02:21 EDT
  ...I have a new exhaust that I got from the Bus Depot. Very good service by the way(thanks) I hope someone can help...
• Exhaust Aluminizing ??
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Thu, 8 Jul 1999 22:27:22 -0400
  Remember the thread on exhaust parts and paint a while back? I don't remember anyone mentioning the concept of Aluminizing. In my experience...
• Re: Broken Exhaust Manifold Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Puzerewski
  Mon, 26 Jun 2000 05:04:57 -0400
  ...Sunday, June 25, 2000 8:30 PM Subject: [VANAGON] Broken Exhaust Manifold Bolts In removing my exhaust manifolds from my 86 Westy Weekender, one...
• whats the book time for installing a new exhaust OR...
  Historical mailing list - Gary Goldey
  Tue, 15 Jun 2004 22:19:52 EDT
  I am about to purchase a new exhaust for the 1984 Vanagon named "Squeaky" and I was trying to figure out the book time...
• Re: To Copper Nut or Not?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:39:41 -0700
  I also like using the copper nuts on exhaust, the ones that self-lock and have a 12mm head instead of 13mm. While they...
• exhaust pipes for `88 Vanagon GL Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - CBK
  Mon, 8 May 2000 10:15:25 -0700
  Can anyone supply me with the exhaust pipes & manifold for my `88 Vanagon GL? I have headers on now, and it won't pass...
• Van exhaust broke
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Mon, 16 Sep 2002 17:58:16 -0700
  ...Any opinions on whether a junk yard exhaust pipe is likely to do the same or is it decision time between new and new...
• FREE 1.9L exhaust pieces
  Historical mailing list - John Harvey
  Sun, 13 Feb 2005 16:03:37 -0800
  I have some decent 1.9L exhaust pieces up for grabs. Everything but muffler and cat. Surface rust but solid. No shipping. Located in...
• exhaust bolts
  Historical mailing list - Bob Mac
  Sun, 24 Jul 2005 15:14:07 -0400
  Back in the 70's we used brass nuts to hold exhaust pipes to the head. That was the only way you were assured...
• Re: Synchro exhaust options
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 21 Apr 94 11:24:52 EDT
  Joel responded to my query: > On Mon, 11 Apr 94 13:13:55 CDT Drew Jenkins said: > >I need to replace the exhaust system...
• Re: Follow-up on bad exhaust experience
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 20 Aug 2005 23:23:10 -0400
  ...Follow-up on bad exhaust experience I got a few different opinions on my recent bad exhaust experience, but I'd still like opinions...
• Re: Running without backpressure
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
  Mon, 11 Sep 2000 17:22:53 -0700
  ...The velocity of hot gases >flowing past the exhaust valves and through the exhaust port too fast >can actually cut grooves into the exhaust...
• Re: Stainless exhaust and heater boxes for 82 aircooled
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 19 Feb 2002 14:38:59 -0600
  ...Does anyone know of a > vendor > selling stainless exhaust/heater boxes for an 82 aircooled 2.0? I > will > need to replace the existing...
• Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 7 Feb 2014 10:43:27 -0800
  ...This exhaust is on a Jetta 2.0 mounted at 15º with KEP adaptor and parts I fabricated. Exhaust (muffler) is mounted to engine...
• Re: Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 20 Dec 2012 22:08:56 -0800
  ...I happen to have a couple of stock DV 1.6 NA exhaust systems that have a flex pipe in the header pipe, fwiw...
• Re: Exhaust Repair Bummer
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 18 May 1996 23:16:54 -0400
  ...I would recommend using >only stainless fasteners with anti-sieze for VW exhausts. > > I believe in this also. When using stainless hardware it is...
• 84 Westy: 1st gear shakes
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Sutton
  Tue, 16 Feb 1999 08:07:15 -0800
  I get violent shaking and banging from what sounds like my exhaust assembly (possibly be the whole engine) when i drive away from a...
• 85 Exhaust:
  Historical mailing list - Richard Lynch
  Fri, 28 Jul 2000 10:16:12 -0700
  ...So, does anyone have experience with the after-market exhaust that California Imports sells? About 500 cdn complete, supposedly higher performance. TIA. Also, anyone...
• Mechanic needed in No. Va./DC Metro Area
  Historical mailing list - George Jetzon
  Fri, 4 Apr 2003 18:17:20 EST
  ...The exhaust system is in pretty bad shape and those exhaust manifold studs are very likely going to break when repair is attempted. The...
• Re: New exhaust install
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Mon, 7 Apr 2003 10:57:32 -0500
  ...New exhaust install My 89 Westy is in need of a new exhaust system. I'm thinking the whole thing. Has anyone installed one...
• DIESEL exhaust question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 23 Feb 2004 08:41:08 -0600
  Through a list member, I'm in the process of acquiring a (slightly) used exhaust setup for my 83 diesel, which came to me...