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Re: 84' Vanagon shuts down
Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
Tue, 21 Jan 1997 10:32:15 -0800
...All you need is a pair of wire cutters/strippers, and electrical tape. Fit in the exhaust pipe perfect, didn't even use anti...
Re: More O2 Sensor confusion...
Historical mailing list - Joe
Wed, 7 Mar 2001 17:40:35 -0500
Hi Chad, The 84's and 85's have a VW documented problem with the fuel injection wiring harness. Where the coaxial wire from...
Success - Re: 1991 2.1 - Oil Cooler coolant line blown...
Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
Mon, 4 Jul 2016 22:00:49 -0600
...I had some high pressure fuel line with me & did a bypass from the water pump up to the thermostat housing, bypassing the oil...
Re: [Vwdiesel] Need help getting parts from Germany
Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
Sun, 9 Mar 2003 12:09:55 -0700
...I know that the TD injectors are different, and it's possible that the fuel delivery valves and pump cam are different also. I...
Re: VERBOSE: fuel pump, ethanol, cavitation
Historical mailing list - craig cowan
Mon, 16 Aug 2010 07:02:27 -0400
...fill up in southern Virginia with 10% ethanol fuel >>>> 3. fine rust in fuel filter before replacement >>>> 4. new Bosch pump still have whining...
Re: Shade tree wiring of a cold start valve on a 2.1?
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:37:06 -0500
...I played with it as a fuel enrichment device and it pumps in a lot of fuel. I did that by jumpering it to...
Re: Idle issue? Any update?
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Fri, 22 May 2020 21:42:52 +0000
...to fuel two tanks) 2. lifter noise noticed, so added Seafoam to oil which helped a bit, but still tap-tap-tap. 3. removed...
Re: Replace Hydraulic lifters with solid lifters?
Historical mailing list - d spence
Thu, 9 Nov 2006 22:50:27 -0700
...They also suggest using a diesel rated oil on flat tappet engines. Next call: To a racing oil manufacturer that we use for the...
removing gastank supplemental to ken "va87"
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Tue, 13 Nov 2001 09:05:02 -0800
I removed my fuel tank this weekend and thought I might add to ken's very good instructions at vanagain.com. #1, take the...
Re: $100 Reward to Solve Starter Problem
Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
Fri, 4 Jul 2014 15:16:17 -0400
...during starter cranking ...'I believe' the fuel pump relay is > energized by the ecu seeing the ignition pulses. > if you , for example...are testing...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sun, 6 Sep 2009 21:32:35 -0500
...Silicone with >duct tape over might be great. Actually the rubber tape with >friction tape over it old-style electrical stuff might be even...
Re: Some Info & a Question
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Sat, 13 Jul 2002 18:51:03 -0400
...What I found was if you tap the retainer piece in the middle enough so that the two "Eye" holes are even with each...
Re: Retrofitting power steering-is it worth it?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 5 May 1998 17:25:00 -0400
...The hardest part is that you will have to drop the fuel tank to install the factory lines up front. The steering rack will...
Re: Boston Bob Big Valve Update? Not really... (LONG)
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Tue, 15 Feb 2005 08:32:23 -0800
...I was able to diagnose the problem by tapping an electronic fuel pressure sender into my system and putting a pressure gauge on my...
UnderVan Storage for tools and whatnot
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Sun, 7 Jan 2018 01:42:00 +0000
...I used to carry an old school 1 gallon metal gas can full of fuel inside my Tintop 85 Vanagon under the rear seat...
Lima Bean rolls under its own power (78) long
Historical mailing list
Sat, 16 Mar 1996 18:45:21 PST
...For some reason the end of the wire is cut off next to the fuel pump but this rocket scientist taps into the wire...
Re: [vanagon] Modifying Vanagon gas tank for more fuel capacity - 4 gallon increase
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Tue, 26 Sep 2006 20:33:08 -0500
...4 gallon fuel increase with modifying >the stock 2wd vanagon gas tank, in the way i suggested... > >this could mean another 75-100 miles...
Re: vanagon Digest - 11 Jun 2004 - Special issue (#2004-549)
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 11 Jun 2004 20:16:41 -0500
...I have also seen an automobile manufacturer index plugs on cars in an attempt to squeeze extra fuel economy out of them. > > Mark in...
Re: Update Re: Engine died, March 31 update and maybe ecu smoking gun?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 1 Apr 2020 10:15:01 -0700
...Marks on tape closest to pin >>>>> marks. Working ext was middle leg, and finally left leg. >>>>> >>>>> I think, if I’ve rotated things in...
Off-Road trip lists
Historical mailing list
Fri, 19 Apr 1996 11:33:29 -0400
...Wire, fuel hose (fuel injection vehicles require fuel injection hose). Spark plug wire long enough to replace the longest wire in use. 7. Fuel...
Re: Cooling strategies, color coded, etc.
Historical mailing list - walt spak
Sat, 1 May 2004 18:22:43 -0400
...have no > > leaky head gasket yet. > > > > Ah, but did you use tap water or distilled water? :-) > > Let me add .02 to whatever theories are...
Re: vanagon Digest - 8 Nov 2010 - Special issue (#2010-1031)
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Mon, 8 Nov 2010 19:01:55 -0800
...The term �liquefied gas� may be confusing but is this unique characteristic of LP Gas that makes it such a useful fuel. At normal...
Re: My Vanagon's blinking coolant light problem vs other peoples'---it all blends together Some Friday sarcasm on warning lights!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 12 Dec 2014 19:27:15 -0500
...We can just wait for the fire and blame it on fuel lines. Why? The reason VW and other manufacturers use a coolant level...
Re: more information on engine swap/fuel pump woes
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Fri, 11 May 2012 20:29:25 -0400
...Eventually >>> it tapered off and just quit doing it; neither of us has noticed it for >>> more than ten days. This is my only...
Baja Whale Trip....incredible
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Sun, 7 Jan 2018 02:37:15 +0000
...Was hoping to do the aux fuel tank and a new diesel fueled heater set up which would take up the space under the...
Re: drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 4 Oct 2014 10:00:56 -0400
...You may also want to up the fuel quality when these conditions are anticipated. Dennis -----Original Message-----ca From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
Re: unknown switch?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 6 Jan 2003 01:10:05 -0500
...unknown switch? Good morning Volks, once again i need to tap this well of knowledge. I am in the proces of replacing fuel lines...
Re: Help wanted!!!! here we go again - power problems in Custer, SD
Historical mailing list - Wes Ullrich
Wed, 6 Oct 2004 14:07:06 -0400
...loss problems due to low fuel pressure resulting <DIV></DIV>>from a hidden leak in my fuel delivery system.  The one...
Re: BC inspection was Re: The Otter Has
Historical mailing list - Marc Sayer
Wed, 4 Nov 2009 13:34:04 -0800
...As Ben said, no way the fuel lines in a Vanagon are held together with tape and silicone, the fuel pressure is wayyyyy to...
Re: Preparations for Rough Roads
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Sun, 16 Apr 2000 15:38:06 -0700
...or bailing wire >1 ignition coil *** maybe one for goup > Oddly shaped pieces coolant hoses and clips **** yes >fuel hose and clips *** yes, but...
Volkswagen tool list for 1963-1967.(long)
Historical mailing list - Eric Oster
Thu, 16 Feb 1995 16:10:12 -0800 (PST)
...VW 126a 14mm Fuel pump wrench VW 126b 13mm fuel pump wrench VW 328c Fuel pump push rod gauge VW 328d Fuel pump Diaphragm...
Re: Diesel vs Gas Vanagons?
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:12:05 -0800
...You must now add a > quality Diesel fuel additive every time you put fuel in the tank. This > adds > a few cents per gallon...
Re: Commuting in a Vanagon
Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
Tue, 24 Mar 1998 12:02:23 EST
...Do you hear tapping or knocking. Look underneath for oil drippage when the motor first starts and as it warms up. Also note any...
Re: Thanks Guys!!! Much Appreciated! Re: Sudden rough idle, Engine won't start
Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
Sun, 15 Oct 2000 20:21:27 -0400
...I spent a day tightening > everything up in the engine compartment, replaced the fuel filter, and now > it runs but very rough. A local...
Re: How Much to Rebuild 84 Engine???
Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
Fri, 21 Dec 2007 08:35:02 -0500
Please there is no fuel for the 112 HP pistons that's almost 10 to 1. The gain in HP per point of compression...
Re: Remove Brake Caliper: Steering Knuckle Off Vehicle
Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
Tue, 21 Jun 2016 19:15:49 -0700
...you can just route the new flex hoses through that 'tunnel' area on top of the fuel tank. Havn't done it, but should...
Re: Anyone have a good rear heater core for sale?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 11 Dec 2013 12:59:21 -0800
...Moreover, water should reach the tap at a temperature of at least 50°C. Taps in these buildings, especially in the bath or shower...
Re: why I discourage people from buying vanagons
Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
Sun, 3 Jul 2016 13:22:20 -0500
...Even uses the same fuel pump and operates at > the same fuel pressure. > > Dennis > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
Re: Hello from new member
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Tue, 29 Jan 2002 22:29:30 -0700
...I always > get the one that was owned by "One of those guys" who > consider duct tape and silicon adequate tools for a > tune...
Re: Turbo Swap-QuantumTD-Vanagon
Historical mailing list
Fri, 30 May 1997 01:26:26 -0400 (EDT)
...I removed the oil filter casting, and had a hole drilled and tapped in the top of the casting and used the factory solid...
Re: Bed liner paint suitable to paint on new gas tank?
Historical mailing list - John C...
Sat, 23 Feb 2008 15:47:57 +0000
...Roger Van Till <rvantill@SBCGLOBAL.NET> > I taped off all the openings and sprayed mine with a couple coats of > rubberized undercoating. Let it...
Re: It's doing it again . . . additional symptom
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:57:27 -0800
...After engine is warmed up, ECU > doesn't like high idle speeds, so it kills the fuel. Idle speed drops, > and fuel starts again...
Re: The Otter Has (CRASH) Landed!
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Wed, 4 Nov 2009 22:03:20 -0800
...Fuel lines leaking fuel. Siliconed and held by electrical tape >>>>> 4. Fuel filter not secured >>>>> 5. Multiple stretches of loose wiring. Must be resecured...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 14:29:25 -0400
...New fuel injection lines (they were part of the engine rebuild). New fuel filter and new fuel lines from tank to filter and filter...
Re: $100 Reward to Solve Starter Problem
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Fri, 4 Jul 2014 22:21:39 -0700
...during starter cranking ...'I believe' the fuel pump relay is > energized by the ecu seeing the ignition pulses. > if you , for example...are testing...
Re: more information on engine swap/fuel pump woes
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 11 May 2012 17:57:15 -0700
...Eventually >>>> it tapered off and just quit doing it; neither of us has noticed it for >>>> more than ten days. This is my only...
Re: Interesting VW Article on Future Technology The Company May Use - Hopefully it will reach a new Vanagon Soon
Historical mailing list - robby kilborn
Sat, 29 Jan 2011 19:05:30 -0500
No, its not a matter of breaking tap water into the two elements. lol. Its not a scam either. I've watched it work...
GAS HEATER Re: Smoke coming from under the van
Historical mailing list - JordanVw
Wed, 11 Mar 1998 18:55:55 EST
...it taps gas out of your gas tank, so it never runs out of fuel, unlike propane heaters. there are many safety switches/relays...
[Almost] a tow truck home
Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
Tue, 29 Jun 2021 20:43:38 -0700
...The fuel pump looked pretty original, though the fuel filter was new(ish), from 2016 - helpfully written on the side. Replaced when I replaced...
Re: Baja Whale Trip....incredible
Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
Sat, 6 Jan 2018 19:03:22 -0800
...Was hoping to do the aux fuel tank and a new > diesel fueled heater set up which would take up the space under the...
Re: Vanagon Dirvability
Historical mailing list - bob tickle
Mon, 14 Oct 1996 20:23:46 -0400
...Fuel Quality Check that the fuel is a quality grade and octane rating, devoid of water, alcohol, and other impurities. See TechTalk tape and...
Re: How Much to Rebuild 84 Engine???
Historical mailing list - --------
Fri, 21 Dec 2007 08:45:25 -0500
...Your the man! Bob Donalds wrote: > Please > there is no fuel for the 112 HP pistons that's almost 10 to 1. The > gain...
Re: help with 91GL problem - it likes flatbed rides too much
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Mon, 30 Jun 2003 07:56:21 -0700
...While idling, just push and pull and tap at the relays and fuze box and around the fuel pump and all the connectors in...
Re: first time buyer
Historical mailing list - Matt Thyer
Fri, 21 Jan 2011 12:45:37 -0800
...That said I had a great time even though I had to make repairs to the transaxle, the fuel pump and the coolant system...
Re: it just stops! What do I do? - was Spare Fuel Pump Saves the Day
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 4 Apr 2013 19:27:40 -0700
Disconnect the battery to replace a fuel pump? Totally not needed at all. Don't turn the key on during the process of course...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 6 Sep 2009 20:31:57 -0400
...Silicone with duct tape over might be great. Actually the rubber tape with friction tape over it old-style electrical stuff might be even...
Re: More Gas Leak
Historical mailing list - Mike Bucchino
Sat, 23 Sep 2006 23:00:00 -0400
...it with that self-sealing silicon tape for added insurance. All is well now. BTW, the internal fuel pick-up is plumbed with the...
Re: voltage stabilizer/gauges not working
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Mon, 24 Mar 2008 13:00:25 -0400
...Mike Ben Cichowski wrote: > By gauges, do you mean just the fuel and coolant temp? - I believe those are the only two being regulated...
Re: Power of a 2.0L Air cooled vs 2.1L???
Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
Wed, 10 Dec 2003 19:02:53 -0500
...I was happy with the reliability (much more reliable than the 25-year-old FI system) and fuel economy, but not with the performance...
The Waveform is Different. Was: Extra Grounds on 1.9l
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Fri, 14 Apr 2000 13:13:13 EDT
...effect on the fuel injector trigger pulse waveform. I haven't quantified this yet, but I have wired in taps to follow the trigger...