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RE> Excessive Oil Usage/15 Inch wheels
Historical mailing list
Thu, 23 Feb 1995 13:51:14 -0500
...after two engine outs, we decided to rebuild the engine with a new case, reworked heads, bearings etc, but no new cylinders or pistons...
An item no water cooled Vanagon should be without!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 4 May 1999 09:36:06 -0700
...device available from Kennedy Engineered Products while perusing their Subaru conversion info. It is a beautifully made petcock assembly that replaces the bolt "plug...
Re: the mysterious flash of the coolant light
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 29 May 2012 09:21:46 -0700
...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
Re: Castrol Hypuron 15W-40 Synthetic Blend?
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Sun, 13 May 2012 18:18:38 -0400
I've run fully synthetic in my WBX engines with good results for 10 years. 15W50 Mobil 1 was my choice until I found...
Re: Conversion Choices
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 1 Sep 2012 11:14:34 -0700
Deciding on which engine conversion involves more factors than people may realize. A few some may not consider: - who will maintain the engine? If...
Re: Instrument cluster.
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 12 Jun 2002 14:01:27 -0400
...the clock assembly has become >brittle and broken Standard VW crappy hard plastic -- from that era at least. Either their molding engineers messed up...
Re: Dim Oil LIght, Ign. On Engine Off
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:14:07 -0700
...on, engine off, would an UN-connected brake light > switch cause the oil light to be dim and non functioning (not flashing > as usual...
Re: diesel to gas conversion ongoing...
Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
Fri, 3 May 2002 21:27:46 -0700
...filter,accumulator, and pump assembly. > 3. Transferred the diesel parts and a new pilot bearing to the donor engine. > 4. Took a little off...
Re: Solenoid Type Battery Isolator. Insulate Posts? PIC
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Sun, 17 Mar 2013 20:44:34 -0700
...gmail.com> wrote: > Hi all. > > Image of looking at corner of engine bay. Shows isolator install: > > > https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Gxwe6pu94ck/UUZ5Dgnj0NI/AAAAAAAAHNg/zoXyolS4GKU...
Re: '82 Westy innards
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 16 Nov 2012 12:28:03 -0800
Also, if the body is in good shape, or at least relatively rust free, and engine is ok (air cooled I presume?), for the...
Re: Complete list of parts needed from Jetta to do conversion
Historical mailing list - acg11awg
Sun, 2 Sep 2001 11:51:49 -0400
...Fuel pump assembly, I just mounted the whole thing, filter and all under the van 4. The vacuum storage tank thingy, on the Golf...
Re: removing NA/dipstick
Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
Fri, 21 Jun 2013 16:49:53 -0700
...and coolant overflow bottles where applicable, since god invented VW rear engine vans in about 1949 or whatever it was. VW does really have...
Re: Instrument Cluster Ribbon Repair
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:00:36 -0700
...solder wires directly from a new connector to the copper traces. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
Re: Check your fuel lines, NOW
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Tue, 1 Nov 2011 08:21:59 -0400
...They were about a year old of Gates brand. > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '81 VanaJetta...
Re: water pump question
Historical mailing list - Ben huot
Tue, 25 Nov 2003 18:41:08 -0500
Hi, Pump is cooked (or close to it) It's probably touching the engine matting surface (not good at all) If you don't...
Re: 1985?Westy for Sale in Merrillville, Indiana
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:24:46 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: cheap EV camper
Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
Wed, 8 Aug 2012 14:29:38 -0700
...I suppose a complete 1.9 TDI engine/transmission from a transverse Golf/Jetta/NB could also be fitted, but I don't know...
Re: My "New" 1988 Westy!
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 4 May 2012 21:02:00 -0700
...When I get done with the engine stuff, I'll be glad to drive it again! Neil. On Fri, May 4, 2012 at 8...
Re: Where is the oil pressure sender on VW Rialta?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 27 May 2012 09:55:06 -0700
...Now, oil pressure light on after revving engine. > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
Re: Idle control unit
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Sun, 13 May 2012 08:40:22 -0400
...metal? > Or..... > > Move the ISV control unit to a spot on engine bay? The wiring harness to it > is long enough. Maybe put it...
Re: Sad story
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:56:48 -0700
...Just being over the rotating assembly can be dangerous. Way back when, I worked at a shop in Leucadia called Harvey's Automotive. The...
Re: Read the instructions thoroughly before assembly...
Historical mailing list - Julianna Elligsen
Fri, 6 Feb 2015 14:25:37 -0800
...today, and he told me that he wants to become an Engineer, because he loves Vanagon's so much, but wants to be able...
Re: WAS: Starter Motor... Failure: NOW: 50 Circuit Weirdness. ECU Related?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 14 Dec 2012 23:33:20 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: German for "fuse"?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 13 May 2012 11:48:50 -0700
...1972 from a defunct company in > San Clemente, Calif., now repurposed as The Westrailia. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http...
Re: Brake Expert Questions/PICS/Rant
Historical mailing list - neil N
Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:45:06 -0700
...Maybe that got messed up on assembly. I wonder if they had gaskets there were new? Appreciate the pointers! Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta...
Re: 1983.5 with 108,000 miles
Historical mailing list - Greg Stelz
Wed, 27 Feb 2002 15:07:43 -0800
...A close look at that wheel assembly and down through the engine access area revealed no obvious complaint. Any suggestions as to where I...
Re: tiico vibrations/interesting testing done.
Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
Mon, 3 Mar 2003 18:43:53 -0800
...to > the engine block at 5 locations at once. There is no way the punny bolts > could "bend" that plate assembly, and if they...
FW: 1.6L NA d- finding TDC & injection pump q
Historical mailing list - The Southards
Sat, 27 Jan 2001 16:39:54 -0500
...It has the flywheel on it, but nothing past that (-no clutch assembly or bellhousing). I am familiar with setting the engine to TDC...
Re: need affordadle Rebuilt engine vendor? who is the less on all evils?!?
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 10 Aug 2003 06:22:40 -0500
...complete rotating assembly balanced as a unit. ANYTHING you can do to reduce vibration will extend the life of the engine. Regards, John Rodgers...
Re: Engine Bay Negative Strap Questions. 1988 Westy. PICS.
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 8 May 2012 16:41:11 -0700
...http://www.rustcheck.com/ all over the seams in engine > bay, rusty PS hard lines etc. On that note...... > > Would you spray this stuff...
Re: LVC - My Beetle Turned 50 Today!
Historical mailing list - Tom Rowsell
Thu, 22 Jun 2006 13:07:41 -0300
...At the time it had a blown engine, but I rebuilt new 36 hp > engine for it (from another 56 beetle) and drove it...
Pulling the tranny yourself
Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
Wed, 10 Nov 2004 22:09:00 -0600
...Since that time I've installed an engine, pulled and resealed my tranny, installed a flywheel, clutch assembly, starter, and so on, and now...
Re: removing NA/dipstick
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Fri, 21 Jun 2013 16:17:23 -0700
...Then mark that spot for low, after running the engine and letting it sit for a couple minutes. Then add the other .5 then...
Re: 12 Volt + Wire Up Rear Pillar? (vent)
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 16 Feb 2013 13:10:57 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: No Start Cause: Relay Failure. PICS, Thoughts.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 6 Feb 2013 14:48:21 -0800
...2520suppression%2520component.jpg > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
2.1 WBX. Triumph Adler or Bosch ECU For Spare?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:37:31 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: 86 Syncro 2.1 surging at 2K rpm no load
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 24 May 2012 13:41:44 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: How do I test the big end bearings
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Mon, 15 Jan 2001 20:57:18 -0800
...Anything over .0035 and I'd re-do the lower end...) clean off Plastigage, lightly oil (I use SAE 30 Valvoline for assembly/break...
Re: Clutch woes
Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
Thu, 22 Jul 2004 16:41:27 -0400
...http://volksweb.relitech.com/clutch.htm I never quitre finished the article, so I'll just go "Chilton" on you and say assembly is...
Re: spring/wire in pop top lift handle
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:36:17 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Fwd: Re: More power
Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
Sat, 20 Jan 2007 09:49:11 -0800
...S & S makes one, but reports are that the quality of assembly on them is spotty. Some report that they cannot get the d...
Re: what's it worth
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 25 Mar 2003 09:07:23 -0600
...I personally would go with a rebuilt 2.1L WBX engine from Bob Donald's at Boston Engine. A step up would be to...
Re: Solenoid/starter problem or ignition switch
Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
Thu, 6 Dec 2012 19:29:27 -0800
...Maybe something broke in the starter/solenoid assembly?� Since the starter switch is as far as I know original and now has almost 300k...
Re: Suckers beware: Re: Interesting item on eBay
Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
Tue, 16 Mar 2004 16:37:48 -0500
...He's >>>obviously hoping some sucker won't read it. >>> >>>does not include an engine assembly or transaxle >>> >>> >>>Jim >>> >>>On Mar 16, 2004, at...
Re: Was fuel leak? Now: appropriate route for fuel lines
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:36:04 -0800
...vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines >> > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
Re: no VW sports cars?
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Fri, 28 May 2004 16:50:12 -0500
...2.0 liter 6-cylinder engine that the 911 had at that time. The entire front suspension assembly (torsion bars, beams, sway bars, hubs...
Re: Nitrous Oxide Injection in an '85GL
Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
Sat, 13 Feb 1999 17:52:20 -0500
...Right now, I'm using the valve assembly from my old OHIO anesthesia machine to meter N2O into the throttle body. It's a...
Re: switching a `high-mileage' 1.9l to synthetic?
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Tue, 14 Mar 2006 12:10:31 -0500
...own tailgate) with engine oil. Coincidence? Maybe. Anyway, I dropped the transmission and replaced that seal, pilot bearing, and clutch assembly along with a...
Re: VW for sale in AZ
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 15 Sep 2012 17:09:02 -0500
...If it's been properly > maintained..... > > Given the time of year, the colour, year, (engine) it might be more of > a buyers market on...
#8 Wire Terminal Crimp w/DIY Tools. Pass or fail? PICS
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:26:03 -0700
...Thanks! Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta...
water pump change
Historical mailing list - Dan Soiney
Wed, 17 Jul 1996 10:56:32 -0500
...Upon re assembly, make sure the new pump has the coolant line bolt holes are machined to the correct depth, or they will feel...
Re: Measure, Visually Inspect Rear Brake Adjuster Wheel Teeth?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 13 May 2016 16:47:11 -0400
...dull to any degree, does that indicate that the > adjuster bar assembly needs to be replaced? > > Thanks > > Neil. > > > -- > Neil n > > Blog: Vanagons, Westfalia, general...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Mike
Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:50:16 -0400
...Tubbs says that many of these failures are attributed to improper torque when the engine is assembled. Obviously, torque variations during assembly can cause...
Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 26 Jan 2013 14:12:22 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Fuel Tank Re-Seal Kit
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:34:05 -0700
...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly �http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" �http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon...
Re: First ride of shame, fuel issue
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Tue, 30 Jul 2019 16:03:51 -0400
I'd like to ask what the history of the heads/engine are? How old? Are they replacements from original? Did anyone every doubt...
Re: tranny mount responsibility?
Historical mailing list - Tom Young
Tue, 25 May 1999 06:27:43 -0700
...Loosening it helps the transmission/engine assembly to rotate down at the rear so the engine can be pulled out under the rear apron...
Re: Engine balancing
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Thu, 2 Dec 1999 06:01:56 -0800
...I feel that balancing will probably pay for >itself in fuel savings and they are so smooth. >Darrell Boehler > >Bulley says about balanced engines...
Re: Empty Lifter
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 9 Nov 2004 06:06:53 -0500
It will prime and fill itself after the engine builds oil pressure. It can also be adjusted empty. At TDC of the compression stroke...
Re: Flywheel Install / O - ring
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 13 Apr 2012 23:40:09 -0500
...Double check the brand of rear engine O ring seal you are installing. Over on thesamba.com and likely here too, there are discussions...