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• Re: K&N Filter for 2.1L.
  Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
  Tue, 29 Sep 1998 00:34:25 EDT
  ...Very > nice. > Drive Safely & Good Luck Those looking for sources for K&N air filters should look at Performance International. I bought a couple...
• My First Oil Filter Failure/Bosch
  Historical mailing list - Richard O'Halloran
  Thu, 20 May 1999 23:42:16 -0700
  <Where does Bosch fit in on the quality curve?> I bought some Bosch oil filters (72150) on special at Canadian Tyre a couple of...
• Re: fresh air cabin filter
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 19 Feb 2014 10:25:05 -0800
  Modern cabin air filters are inside the car, downstream from the blower, not on the intake side. You might just put screen door mesh...
• Re: fuel pump straining and hose leaking question
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 4 Jun 2010 16:32:42 -0700
  ...Get you a fresh filter before you bust that pump....The fuel filter change is normal maintenance on vehicles...Even if that is not...
• Re: Fuel filter opinions wanted
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Jan 2015 14:15:54 -0500
  ...Once you get that beastie out, you'll find that there is a filter *in* the tank also. Commonly known as a "sock filter...
• Re: Failing Fuel Pump?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Jul 1994 07:24:44 -0700
  I would replace the fuel pump fuse and the fuel filter whether you think you need to or not. A plugged fuel filter can...
• Re: Contaminated fuel was Re: How does the Oxy Sensor Work/ go bad?
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Sat, 27 Nov 1999 12:24:02 -0800
  ...If the filter *is* clogged, replace it. Note the date and milage for future reference. >The fuel filter (Bosch) is designed to stop the...
• Re: Oil Filter? Oil Flavor?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 12 Feb 1999 11:17:51 -0500
  ...Summary - don't use FLAPS > filters if you want to be safe. > "Thank you for your interest in KNECHT products. > "The main difference between...
• Re: Changing fuel filter- what am I missing here?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Sun, 25 Jun 2000 23:37:33 -0600
  Marshall Ruskin wrote: > > Hi Volks: > > On my Vanagon, the fuel filter and pump are inside a very large protective > pan ( as large as the...
• Re: coffee filter for dirty coolant?
  Historical mailing list - --------
  Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:27:37 -0500
  I have coffee filters in my shop that I use just for this purpose. After a short time it will get clogged and slow...
• FW: Exactly which filter for pre-pump retrofit?: SUM
  Historical mailing list - Phillips, Andrew
  Fri, 30 Jul 2004 11:53:10 -0500
  ...Exactly which filter for pre-pump retrofit? > > The filter to use for this is: > > VW 133 133 511, Bosch 71013, Bosch Long 0450 901...
• Re: low fuel pressure and lean engine
  Historical mailing list - J. Harvey
  Mon, 5 Jul 2004 00:17:35 -0700
  Many vans have two filters. The cheap square palstic box filter before the pump and the more expensive 'beer can' filter after the pump...
• Maintainance: Good Advice
  Historical mailing list - Howard G. Bernier
  Tue, 4 Apr 2000 17:21:57 -0500
  ...Spark plugs Spark plug wires Distributor cap and rotor Oxygen sensor Oil filter Air filter PCV breather filter Fuel filter Transmission filter Vacuum hoses...
• Re: Mann Oil filter confusion Listees/Vendors please help....
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 16 Nov 2005 23:45:40 -0800
  ...The #72150 Vanagon filter is made in Germany, the #72174 diesel Golf filters I run on my wife's 1990 Golf to give it...
• Re: Contaminated fuel was Re: How does the Oxy Sensor Work/ go bad?
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Sat, 27 Nov 1999 14:18:07 -0800
  ...If the filter *is* clogged, replace it. Note the date and milage for future reference. >The fuel filter (Bosch) is designed to stop the...
• Re: fuel pump straining and hose leaking question
  Historical mailing list - most david
  Fri, 4 Jun 2010 17:50:53 -0700
  ...Hi.� I've had some experience with noisy fuel pumps and dirty fuel filters, but I haven't seen this before, and I'm...
• Re: Engine swap: stopped by oil filter
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 23 May 2014 12:10:39 -0700
  ...Otherwise you'll have to convert to the 2.1 exhaust system or rig a remote filter/cooler set up. Not worth the effort...
• Re: Bosch 72150 or Wix 51342
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 21 May 2010 10:38:53 -0700
  Jake's comment notwithstanding, while Bosch 72150 is the correct listing, I've occasionally had oil pressure problems using this filter in the past...
• Re: Oil filter question
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:54:52 -0600
  There is an "oil filter bible", much like the Oil Bible that gets passed around that is a very detailed study of ALL filters...
• Re: Oil Light Discovery
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 28 Dec 2003 19:24:32 -0600
  Well, yeah, that Fram filter doesn't help matters either. The Castrol is good oil, but you need to be running a Mahle filter...
• Re: Need AFM adapter so different aircleaner or cold air intake can be used
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:13:12 -0800
  ...I can no longer find air filters locally for Vanagons. Perhaps a better solution is to get air filter available then modify the filter...
• Re: 1.9L Fuel Filters
  Historical mailing list - Geo
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:04:05 -0700
  On 3/23/10, John Meeks <vanagon@gmail.com> wrote: > If you know of a source for those square filters, let us know. I...
• Re: Oil Filters
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 10 Jul 2003 10:36:57 -0400
  I always run the OEM-style filters, which I get in four-packs from the Bus Depot. They're heavy, with thick cans, which...
• re fuel filter
  Historical mailing list - The Martins
  Wed, 11 Mar 1998 07:49:08 -0600
  In other words, can I use the metal fuel filter in place of the small plastic one before the pump? Thanks
• Re: tech asst in WI or MI, fuel filter location
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 16:55:31 -0700
  ...My Digifant has a filter downstream of the fuel pump and same with many other fuel injection vehicles. - Vince http://gipsyflies.home.comcast.net...
• Re: Mann Oil filter confusion Listees/Vendors please help....
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 16 Nov 2005 18:10:22 -0800
  ...The Bosch Oil Filters that I buy from Bow Wow in Surrey, BC are the black ones that say 'Made in Germany' on them...
• Re: Vanagon auto tranny lifespan
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Thu, 3 May 2001 21:14:07 -0400
  Larry, may be it is a filter or a screen. I buy the kit from Ken Wilford at Van-Again and give it to...
• Re: K & N Air Filter
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Mon, 20 Jun 2005 16:24:11 -0400
  ...K&N Filter >I'm running a K&N filter in my '90 Westy. >As a test, half way through a 3,000+ mile...
• Re: 2.0 Swap. Oil pump prime puzzler.
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Mon, 28 Feb 2000 22:57:34 -0800
  Hi Otmar - After doing a Eurospec conversion recently I had to prime the pump (by removing one of the plugs at the filter housing...
• gas tank bad. ( maybe ?)
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Thu, 21 Aug 2003 17:55:11 +0000
  well after poping the filter off and blowing threw it seems it was a little redish color almost like rust, then some little pieces...
• Re: My First Oil Filter Failure
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 21 May 1999 09:27:59 -0400
  > If bosch does outsource US filters to another company. (like wix makes > filters for napa and many others). I'd be doubtful it was...
• Re: TIICO- Oil Filters
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 1 Nov 2001 11:09:00 EST
  ...Why not just use Waterboxer Oil Filters? They have the anti-drain back valve and they can be used on Jettas, and Golfs, most...
• Re: My '84 1.9L has two fuel filters!
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Fri, 1 Feb 2002 15:39:28 -0800
  ...Today I looked at the lines and noticed > that from the gas tank lines toward engine ---> a plastic box(fuel > filter, right?) ---> then fuel...
• Re: K&N air filters
  Historical mailing list - Pat Spragge
  Tue, 17 Nov 2020 06:20:30 -0800
  Additionally, make sure that the “snorkel” is firmly attached to the air filter housing. There are some who think that its’ sole purpose is...
• Re: Sale on Mobil 1 at Auto Zone
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 20:59:11 -0700
  On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 7:57 PM, John Lauterbach <jhlauterbach@bellsouth.net > wrote: > But what is wrong with the Mobil 1 filter...
• Re: Coolant filter - Correction
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Fri, 17 Mar 2000 21:41:49 -0800
  Coolant filter - correction. You need 5/8 id coolant hose (not 3/8) to tap into the coolant circuit under the rear bench. But...
• Re: vanagon Oil Change: I know this sounds ridiculous...
  Historical mailing list - Derek
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 01:22:14 -0700
  ...One important and often overlooked point is to check that the old oil filter gasket is still on the filter and not stuck to...
• Flaming Fram Filters
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Mon, 5 Apr 1999 18:26:13 -0600
  Well, that's what the author of this article does. (just covers US-made filters) http://members.xoom.com/minimopar/oilfilterstudy.html
• Oil sensor still buzz after going to Mahle oil filter, now what?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Tue, 25 Jul 2000 15:20:52 -1000
  Oil sensor still buzz after going to Mahle oil filter, now what? Dan
• K&N Air Filter
  Historical mailing list - Javier Zavala
  Mon, 4 Jun 2001 02:01:08 -0500
  Hi fellows: Any of you have a source for the filter on subject? TIA Javier 84� German Westy - Gertrudis [text/html]
• New Oil Filter Question
  Historical mailing list - Javier Zavala
  Sun, 11 Nov 2001 18:59:49 -0500
  Hello: Is it possible that we could add a list of various filter manufacturers and the Part Number they use? Javier
• Fure filters
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Fri, 27 Sep 2002 22:08:45 -0400
  Can anyone tell me why the Bentley shows two fuel filters, one before and one after the pump on an 84 Vanagon? George
• oil filter question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Newcomb
  Wed, 23 Jun 2004 00:53:34 -0700
  I see everyone say to only use MANN or Mahle oil filters, What about Bosch? Thanks -- Jim Newcomb '87 Cabriolet '82 Westy
• Looking for a charcoal filter valve
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Turmel
  Wed, 9 Apr 2008 14:04:09 -0400
  Hi, I'm looking for a used charcoal filter valve. Is there one out there? Best regards. Gilles Turmel
• Re: vanagon Digest - 7 Dec 2012 - Special issue (#2012-341)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 7 Dec 2012 20:52:44 -0800
  K & N air filters are for : People in a hurry on an engine coversion who don't want to bother to engineer in a...
• Re: knocking noise
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Wed, 6 Mar 2002 13:37:15 -0800
  A more likely cause is your oil filter, but it could certainly be sticky lifters. With cheapo filters like the ones you get at...
• Re: Fuel filter location on 87 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 26 Aug 2007 14:24:18 -0700
  ...Fuel filter location on 87 Syncro Volks, I am trying to replace my fuel filter on my new 87 Syncro, but as I have...
• Re: type IV still misses
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 May 95 17:04:09 PDT
  ...As far as I know the valve works fine, but I do not have the filter >hooked up to the exhaust pipe. The filter...
• Re: oil filter application
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Wed, 13 Nov 2002 20:21:14 -0800
  ...oil filter application > > > > Does anyone know if I can use the same oil filters > on > > the 4 cylinder 98 passat as I use on...
• Re: syncro fuel filter replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Tue, 3 Aug 2010 18:45:54 -0700
  ...guide of sort, with pics, on how to remove the fuel filter on > a syncro. > > Oh laugh it up 2wd folk, yeah go on...
• Re: Recall info...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 06 May 97 22:48:46 CDT
  it was for the little plastic square fuel "filter". supposedly it cracked and leaked. the recall was to replace the filter with straight hose...
• location of fuel filter 85 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Judith Barr/Leo Girard
  Mon, 1 Jun 1998 23:32:17 -0400
  Thanks to all who replied re fuel filter replacement. Most told me to look under the van, passenger side near sliding door and that...
• Re: K&N Air Filter
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 4 Jun 2001 12:39:34 EDT
  ...VOLKSWAGEN& model=VANAGON&year=1988 E-2475 1988 REPLACEMENT AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT AIR FILTER L4 F/I ALL $45.18 $29.37 Robert [text...
• Surging between 1700 and 3000 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Sat, 31 Mar 2007 19:02:53 -0400
  what with all the discussion on this problem ,did you change the fuel filter and cut it open to see what is in it...
• Cow Magnets and Bosch Fuel Filters
  Historical mailing list - Glen Buhlmann
  Tue, 25 Jun 1996 08:47:25 -0800
  Well I had to put on a new fuel filter on Thursday evening since Lief almost didn't get Caron home from work due...
• Good Deal On Syncro Air Filters
  Historical mailing list - Ken Herman
  Fri, 19 Mar 1999 21:15:54 EST
  I noticed there had been a lot of talk about air filters on the list lately. I just received two air filters for my...
• Re: Remote Oil Filter/Oil Cooler Hose
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston
  Tue, 3 Oct 2000 14:03:44 -0400
  ...Anyone > have a suggestion for an adapter to spin on to the existing filter > location? Jay, why would you want to move an almost...
• Re: Oil Filter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 12 Apr 2001 22:11:16 -0400
  ...You will have to remove the oil cooler or use a shorter filter. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
• Some more on Oil..filters, specifically
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 3 Oct 2007 21:46:16 -0700
  ...Cutting open your filter each change can give you early warning of problems inside the motor. Race supply catalog and Cyber stores sell a...
• Re: Help with oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:22:36 -0800
  ...for a 'normal' warm engine oil change, I don't pre-fill the oil filter normally. when adding oil to an oil filter be...