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• Re: Advice on Spare 2.1
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 6 May 2010 17:01:14 -0700
  ...to speed. those 1.9 Digiget systems are passe. not ! I run a 2.1 on a Digijet system... 2.1 engine, complete 2...
• Re: timing these beasts and cleanin out garage...
  Historical mailing list - sleepingmonkey1
  Mon, 7 Jul 2003 21:20:37 -0400
  ...I also saw some stuff in the archives about setting idle before and some about setting after timing. I always thought you did idle...
• Happy Friday! Some fule injection and idle tips.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 30 Apr 2022 03:47:04 +0000
  ...At speed a closed switch will effect mixture causing full throttle enrichment when that is not needed. As for actual idle effect, at closed...
• Re: Update: 81 Air-Cooled Vanagon Stalling at Warm Idle
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 19:42:04 -0700
  ...I was experiencing a stalling problem when the engine was warm and > >dropped to idle from running speed. It was also difficult to restart...
• Re: Runaway Engine RPMs
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 10 Oct 2013 12:28:07 -0700
  ...Unplug the Idle Air Valve right there on top of the engine. ISV valve sometimes called too. Idle Stabilizer Valve. Scott On 10/10...
• Clues to the cold start/running problem- my test
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 3 Jan 2001 16:15:36 EST
  ...Revved the engine OK cold and it would idle and not die (It might just mean that my control unit was OK after all...
• Re: Tips on reducing HC during emissions test
  Historical mailing list - Mark Gajewski
  Wed, 26 Aug 1998 17:43:04 -0400
  ...In the past I have managed to get some of my older vehicles to squeak through by adjusting timing and idle speed to minimize...
• CO Adjusting Screw, Throttle Valve Switch Test Light Video etc.
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:23:05 -0700
  ...Then, with a DVOM connected to the single O2 sensor lead, engine warm at idle, sensor showed voltage hovering around 0.8 volts but...
• Re: Fuel Injection (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 22 May 2001 22:35:10 -0700
  ...steady > >speeds really puzzles me. > > > > > > The high HC at idle is probably from the longer duration cam that Bob > >put in. This engine has...
• Re: 2.1 Throttle Switch Assmebly on 1.9 with later style switch?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 22 May 2016 11:31:35 -0700
  ...The surge on decel or just off idle issue started after the engine work was done as did an idle issue; RPM's will...
• 2.1/1.9 mix
  Historical mailing list - J. Andrew Eichelberger
  Sat, 13 Apr 2002 11:31:08 -0400
  ...The engine performs beautifully at idle, when accelerating, or when at highway speeds high enough to keep it under significant drag load. It happens...
• Re: How hot is your coolant?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 13 Sep 2005 08:00:33 -0700
  ...I don't recall my rad fan ever staying on longer than maybe a minute or so idle/low speed conditions. Driving around a...
• RE: Guages
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 Aug 1997 10:56:49 -0500 (CDT)
  ...your engine. At Idle you can tell if any intake valves are leaking or if you have a vacumn leak. At speed you can...
• Re: Throttle stop switch? Stumbles on resume throttle..
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 10 Mar 2013 15:13:44 -0700
  > When going down hill at road speeds, your foot is off the gas on steep hills and the injectors are off until. engine rpm...
• Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 15:51:17 -0500
  ...12 - 16 engine degrees (9-11) >> idle speed: 800 +/- 50 RPM >> oil temp for CO test: 80C - 176F >> CO content @ idle: 2 +/- .5 % volume...
• Re: carburator for a '73 bus
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Jul 95 8:54:51 MDT
  ...Be carefull, if the secondary is open too far then it will idle completely on the secondary and the primary idle speed and mixture...
• Re: More timing confusion
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 4 Apr 2010 00:48:14 -0400
  ...disconnecting while the engine is idling and with the timing light you should see the timing advance and the idle speed increase. Dennis -----Original...
• Re: Longest lived clutch, was: Clutch Use
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 07:26:14 -0700
  ...I > don't downshift/clutch > brake very often, and when I do, I match the speed > with the throttle before > releasing the clutch. > > G...
• Re: No idle when engine cold
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 25 Apr 2020 12:37:16 -0600
  ...I think we got ~360K out of that car. >> For either engine set up the warm engine should be able to idle with the...
• Re: Troubleshooting the Basic Idle Stabilizer System - Manual Transmissions- Part I
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:31:07 -0500
  ...Run engine at idle and observe reading. Basic idle value should be >> 430 +/- 15 mA. If no: the go to Idle Speed/CO Content...
• FS: 2.1 engine, access
  Historical mailing list - Ray Brubaker
  Mon, 1 Sep 2003 20:49:56 -0400
  ...Engine without accessories, $300.00 Alternator, 025 903 023E, 90 amp, 23K miles since rebuild $65 Starter $40 ECU 025 906 022 $80 Idle...
• Re: weird idle...
  Historical mailing list - MDC Vanagon
  Mon, 6 May 2002 13:25:51 -0700
  ...like your idle speed. There are also grounds to check between the tranny and the frame, and of course at the battery. I hope...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:11:19 -0500
  ...the AC off when stopping for a light (idle stabilizer > > doesn't work so engine would stall otherwise) and when I turned it back...
• Re: The dreaded AFM adjustment screw
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Wed, 14 Feb 2007 13:53:12 -0800
  ...I can't get the idle speed down to 920 without killing the > engine. The idle is stable when the idle stabilizer is connected...
• My Bluestar project.
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Tue, 31 Dec 2013 11:34:44 -0500
  ...I can rev the engine a little and the flashing continues, with no change in timing or speed. I can shut the engine down...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 19 Oct 2014 08:59:06 -0400
  ...after > engine running. That is part of the procedure to set the timing. Reconnect > the snsor to then set the idle speed. > > Dennis > > > > > -----Original...
• Cooling Fan Themoswitch Woes
  Historical mailing list - Wade Shen
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 18:12:10 -0400
  ...I don't believe that I've ever heard it go up to high speed - though the high speed circuit does work when i...
• Re: sometimes it just won't go...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 7 Mar 2011 13:59:58 -0800
  ...indicated idle speed on the tach changes while at idle > (usually faster) and after that it gags if the gas pedal is > depressed. If...
• Re: Overheating at idle
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:21:22 -0500
  ...Rev the engine and the temp returns to normal. Even >>>>> after a 15 minute drive: stop and idle, and it'll get hot. >>>>> I...
• UPDATE Re: Coolant temp at idle questions
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Shawley
  Tue, 8 Aug 2006 20:29:16 -0400
  ...Coolant temp at idle questions > You definitely need to be concerned and be advised that the engine did > suffer a trauma. Remember this event...
• Re: Oil pressure ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Sat, 22 Nov 2014 18:59:56 -0500
  ...engine. Any chance you are over filling it? Clogged or otherwise > restricted filter? Is the oil cooler working? The 6 psi at idle is...
• Re: Idle stablilizer system testing
  Historical mailing list - walter bahm
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 12:16:38 -0800
  ...cause the module > to > > > cycle the stabilizer > > > valve and upset the idle speed causing your > symptom. > > > Also make certain > > > there are NO intake air...
• Re: Throttle-on running issue
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 16 Jul 2019 16:46:53 -0400
  ...Lift throttle, returns to idle, sputters a bit like it’s missing, but then continues to idle fine at normal speed. Crack throttle open...
• Re: 1.9L timing help
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Mon, 7 May 2001 14:22:58 EDT
  ...idle speed screw. I tried this with my '85 automatic this weekend and it didn't work out all that well. The engine idled...
• Re: Fuel Injection (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 23 May 2001 09:00:43 -0400
  ...steady >speeds really puzzles me. > > > > The high HC at idle is probably from the longer duration cam that Bob >put in. This engine has...
• Re: Bad Idle Stabilizer?
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 08:36:14 -0500
  ...The stabilizer is out of the loop when the engine is above idle speeds. Jay "Daniel L. Katz" <katzd54@YAHOO.COM>@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Red Oil light on!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Ramer
  Thu, 13 Jun 2002 00:17:47 -0700
  ...I did lower the idle speed while dialing in the timing this afternoon, but not sure why that might affect it. The engine (2...
• Re: 85 stalling probs...Where's the ARCHIVE!!!?!?!
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Tue, 14 Dec 2004 09:03:26 -0800
  The most likely scenario is that something is causing your engine to run lean, which is preventing low-speed idle. Possible causes: - vacuum leak...
• Re: stall
  Historical mailing list - byard
  Fri, 2 Jun 2000 22:16:23 -0700
  ...As I remember, starting with a running, warmed up engine, you tighten the rod until the idle speed drops, then back off the adjustment...
• Re: More AFM/ECU reverse engineering results coming
  Historical mailing list - -------------------------
  Wed, 20 Dec 2006 21:47:08 -0500
  What I'm guessing is that the pulsing or high speed switching of the idle stablizer, (like a SCR) would create to much heat...
• Re: Cooling Fan Themoswitch Woes
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 20:25:54 -0500
  ...I don't believe > that I've ever heard it go up to high speed - though the high speed circuit > does work when i...
• Re: Rolling Friction of a Vanagon (not a tire thread)!
  Historical mailing list - Doug Noganav
  Sun, 31 May 2009 23:20:47 -0700
  ...At speed, the engine is disengaged from the tranny by > simply pushing in the clutch and holding it there until my roll-out is...
• Pulsing Idle- Digijet
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Nov 1997 22:46:54 -0500
  ...Thanks! Sam I had the same pulsing engine at idle. The mechanic found that the vacuum line connectors were leaking and causing the problem...
• More parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sun, 29 Oct 2000 12:30:49 EST
  ...87) $75 Sold Idle stabilizer valve from '87 $30 Sold Speedometer, new, KPH (no electronics) $30 (see above) 2.1L engine for parts (good...
• Re: Oil pressure warning
  Historical mailing list - Brian Cochran
  Sun, 11 Mar 2001 09:30:16 -0800
  ...If the hot engine idle speed is below specification, >the hot oil pressure will also be lower................ > >Regards, John _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of...
• Re: advance mechanisms on digijet distributor?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 27 Apr 2005 11:24:36 -0700
  ...First off, does the vacuum canister actually > ever retard the timing? Yes - 9 to 11 degrees at idle speed as per original factory spec...
• Re: Bogging 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Mon, 26 Jun 2006 20:21:33 -0400
  ...The engine idles fine, even when very hot outside (+32 C here today). >when you try to accelerate from a stop the engine bogs...
• Re: Temps in the 100s today, need ideas on extra cooling
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 08:53:01 -0400
  ...to the lower speed. That doesn't sound too unusual. My Volvo's fan clutch will kick in if I idle for more than...
• Re: repost: Eurovan needs help!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Jul 95 13:20:48 CDT
  ...and having it pull down the engine during an idle stop. You can see the rpms drop down and then back up. I ran...
• Mystery Electrical Trouble
  Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson
  Mon, 29 Jul 2002 01:10:52 -0400
  ...Occasionally, at any speed or idling, the tacho will jump about or go up to 4000-5000 rpm's, regardless of what the engines...
• Re: ENGINE LOSING POWER....HELP
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 14 Mar 2005 07:07:22 -0700
  On 3/14/05 6:55, "John Wallace" <jwallace@MSAD43.ORG> wrote: > My 1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg w/4 speed started acting up yesterday after...
• Engine Conversion Eurospec vs. nonEurospec
  Historical mailing list - SKP
  Sun, 2 Jan 2000 19:38:50 -0800
  Hello, I recently had the engine converted in my 85 Vanagon with the Eurospec 2.0 conversion kit. I am insanely curious if other...
• Re: starting engine w/out tranny fluid
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 19 Mar 2004 19:40:52 -0500
  ...Will I harm the tranny (manual 4 speed 091) if I start the engine without fluid in the tranny? Of course I will keep...
• Vanagon Engine Problem
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Jan 2001 18:31:53 -0800
  ...When it gets real bad, the engine will occasionally backfire, especially when decelerating. The idle speed becomes erratic and it sometimes dies when idling...
• Re: Transmission issue
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 12 May 2015 22:50:28 -0400
  ...When placed in any gear the engine control system should be able to compensate and maintain idle speed. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: cleaning or R&R'ing the idle control valve
  Historical mailing list - Tom Sinclair
  Fri, 10 Dec 2004 10:56:40 -0800
  ...Turn in small increments. > CW lowers > idle. Also affected is how fast rpms drop to idle > speed. > Good Luck. > > I have 2 idle control...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons: connectors?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 15:35:01 -0800
  ...Perhaps the >> impact >> on engine speed happens so quickly that they need to pre-empt it by >> checking sooner? >> >> That board does not look...
• Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - James
  Tue, 3 Feb 2015 22:21:05 -0500
  ...What is the > idle speed with the idle valve unplugged? This should be about 800 on a warm > engine. The idle valve needs to...
• 1.9 running rich
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Mon, 19 Apr 2004 09:53:59 -0500
  ...The O2 sensor is showing about 1/2 a volt when idling and moves around when the speed of the engine is varied. If...
• Re: 1400--1600 rpm in '85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 16 Nov 94 8:05:34 EST
  ...Otherwise any attempts at adjustment will be improper...and you may experience fluctuations in idle speed. DC (also proper idle adjustment should be done...