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Re: An AC idea for driving and camping
Historical mailing list - Dave Mari
Mon, 9 Jul 2007 11:34:51 -0700
...An AC idea for driving and camping So I've got my '86 Westy, and it's AC system is not working. Over the...
Re: Help needed with engine running poorly
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:38:05 -0800
...I doubt the idle control unit is causing the problem .. no harm in trying another one. I don't see that the throttle switch...
Re: Friday's known Vanagon problems
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 27 Aug 2004 08:36:42 -0500
...core leaks > 6 - Engine idle controls: throtle switch out of adjustment, idle stab > controller unit > fails, idle stab valve gets gummed up. > 7 - fuel...
Jetta swap: Check Engine Light Install Electrical Questions
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:28:15 -0700
...The ground weirdness and lack of instrument cluster wiring detail (maybe an electrical component crucial to proper operation of new CEL is missing?) are...
Bad Valve Issues/Question, Opinion sought.
Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
Thu, 26 Sep 2002 14:49:10 -0400
...I have gone through all the Bentley's checks on the fuel injection components and have found nothing wrong. In the process I have...
Re: Living in a van
Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
Thu, 23 May 2002 11:47:18 -0700
...This > allows > the microbes in the ground to break down the phosphates and other > sudsing > components of the detergent. > > -Brent > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Bill...
Re: Fuel Line leaks?
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Thu, 18 Dec 2003 20:17:26 -0600
...1990 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 92V058000 Recall Date : APR 08, 1992 Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Potential Number Of...
Re: Fuel Filters vs Fuel Strainers
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 6 Oct 2010 15:30:36 -0700
...In as much as I'm having idling problems, I got out the Digifant Fuel Injection System manual to study. I found interesting remarks...
Re: Fuel Filters vs Fuel Strainers
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Wed, 6 Oct 2010 14:26:33 -0700
...the second to protect the FI components, ie, > the injectors. > > I note that one is a fuel STRAINER, while the other is a fuel...
Re: VW rebuilds junk?
Historical mailing list - Joe Knight
Fri, 14 May 1999 16:10:18 -0700
...Their rebuilds are pretty unmistakably identifiable: Air Distributor and Air Deflectors installed; Simtest computer test report incl., Oil Flow @ Pressure, Torque, & Compression (avg & /cyl...
Re: Thermostats and coolant additives
Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
Tue, 15 May 2001 12:40:09 -0500
...Everything I've read over the years states that the > ideal coolant temp is 190 degrees. You can cool an engine too much, and...
Re: On the road and need some help
Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
Sat, 19 Feb 2011 16:46:52 -0800
...It starts up and idles, but is >> running real rough, no backfiring though. Its almost as if there is a >> fouled plug or bad...
Intermittent Power Loss - '91 Westy
Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
Sat, 20 May 2017 10:48:08 -0700
...Next day, they started the vehicle and left it idling for an hour or so, without problems. Subsequent test drives also went without problems...
Re: Powerwashing FAIL
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Fri, 4 Dec 2009 18:34:11 -0800
...idle but at about 850 rpm and a little bit >> lumpy. >> My question of the collective experience is: what is the most likely >> component...
Hello Everyone
Historical mailing list - Peter Martin
Fri, 31 Jul 1998 06:23:56 -0400
...components that will fit? 2. Temp gage indicates it's running hot, esp'ly on very hot days or when driving slow/idling. Head...
Ethanol Production in South Africa
Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
Fri, 9 May 2008 22:55:19 -0700
...more of less. > The transportation of our civilization must be fueled, and so must the > immobile components of our civilization. The mobile components are...
Re: Vanagon engine fire or mishap in Roanoke, Va
Historical mailing list - Mike South
Mon, 6 Dec 2010 11:26:52 -0600
...But unless gasoline > behaves differently than it used to (and it might -- it's more of a > mixture of heavy and light components than...
Re: Modified carriage bolts?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Thu, 12 May 2011 19:29:13 -0700
...be an option with a third component, like some sort of washer with....a square hole (ID) to fit your bolt but a rectangular...
Re: oil usage
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 19 Mar 2008 23:39:32 -0400
...Starts easily, idles smoothly, gets 21 mpg at 63 mph, and doesn't drip anything. The trouble is, it now has 210,000 miles...
Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Thu, 16 Jul 2009 21:27:56 -0500
...Model - 88 Automatic Removal and Reinstallation of Rebuilt Engine (with all original external engine components i.e. fuel rails, injectors, new rubber for injectors...
Re: Wireless parking sensors in a Vanagon?
Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
Sun, 21 Dec 2008 07:44:42 -0800
...component of a stereo system either in a vehicle > > or home cinema system which provides a unified hardware interface > > for the various components of...
Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:12:03 -0300
...first try but it's running >> rich. >> >> Any ideas? >> >> It as the original AFM, Idle control valve, stabilizer unit, and >> oxygen sensor, etc.. >> Could...
Re: Big Brake options
Historical mailing list - TODD P. LAST
Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:05:13 -0700
...Big Brake options </div> <div>   </div> <div> >What a difference in comfort! </div> <div> >Because I know the brakes do identical...
Re: '88 GL - Gradual Power Loss
Historical mailing list - J Stewart
Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:36:52 +0000
...I could not > get going in 3rd and 4th gear bearly hitting 50 MPH. > I have changed every component, some twice: > Muffler, cat, manifold...
Re: Conversion to 2.1L from 1.9L
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 20 Jun 2000 09:28:07 -0700
...All the EFI components from the 1.9 should also be used, and take this opportunity to replace the fuel lines if you have...
Rubber...Our best friend...Our worst enemy
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:53:18 -0800
Volks, I am the original poster on yesterday's thread..."Audible" Idiot Lights.� Still plenty of room for discussions and solutions there. But, I...
Re: So thar I was (Engine wouldn't start)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Wed, 5 Dec 2007 13:43:38 -0800
...You shoot the suspected component with the gun, just destroy it. And if the system that's not working still doesn't work, that...
Re: Help needed with engine running poorly
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:49:56 -0500
...With the engine idling disconnect the injectors one at a time. You will find the cylinder that is not contributing. Then check for fuel...
Re: Speaking of dashes...is "Armor All" destructive to vinyl?
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 9 Feb 2006 14:57:59 -0600
...The idea that a plastic interior component can be turned into "crap" by a single application of ArmorAll is preposterous. Jim On Feb 9...
Re: Cold weather camping, heating, etc.
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Wed, 31 Oct 2001 21:21:22 -0700
...Of Chemistry So have a cup of coffee and catch your breath" > > University of Idaho > > www.uidaho.edu/~poll7356 > > >
Re: A different camper van... MB Marco Polo
Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
Wed, 6 Nov 2002 19:23:24 -0800
...D/C import the RV components for the Vito converted EuroVans, >and supply ther dealer network with spares >5. D/C imports partial EuroVans...
You can not fool Digifant...I tried
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Mon, 17 Jul 2000 17:14:40 EDT
...I advanced my AFM up two notches and it ran OK but I had a small off- idle hesitation, I thought that I just...
Re: '85 Won't start --update
Historical mailing list
Fri, 27 Dec 1996 15:37:04 -0800 (PST)
...the components). All tests were within the limits stated in the manual except the throttle switch does not close in the idle position (I...
Re: Calif. Emissions equipment?
Historical mailing list - Craig Standley
Tue, 22 Sep 1998 13:02:17 -0700
...Of course this applies to newer cars, since maybe the late eighties, but it is a good idea to leave stuff where you find...
Re: Flashing temp gauge
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 16 Oct 2014 15:48:46 -0400
...The gauge has no "idea" it's being tricked. The old-type controllers did this continuously, so the gauge needle would show overheat; but...
Re: Someone must know what tire pressure do use in Agilis 51 tire s!
Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
Thu, 23 May 2002 17:52:31 +0000
...recommends---not the vehicles mother---- Different tires, different pressures, different load ratings--- <SNIP> Terry - Tires, tire pressure, and all of the other suspension components...
Re: '82 Diesel Westy Preventative Maintenance
Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
Sun, 17 Nov 1996 16:35:29 -0500
...idea to put automatic transmission fluid in your fuel occaisionally. It's a high detergent oil and helps keep the diesel injection components clean...
Re: Power output of actual vans? (long)
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sat, 28 Jul 2007 13:59:46 -0700
...The second idea worked well and is a real solution. The open underside of > the > vanagon is a real drag component. We got a...
Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE >>> LAST CALL
Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
Fri, 13 Sep 2002 18:51:35 -0700
...somewhere in > Texas. > Jerry builds his own AC aftermarket systems and does not have any > pictures or partnumbers of the particular components for the...
Re: Intermittent Power Loss - '91 Westy
Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
Sun, 21 May 2017 12:24:41 -0700
...I am a veritable Vanagon idiot, relying on shops and folks like you to help me keep on Vanagon-ing, but what you said...
Re: emissions inspection failure(Utah)
Historical mailing list - John
Wed, 9 Jun 1999 21:59:41 -0400
...same mileage and the engine still starts and runs ! Diagnosis by component replacement (AKA "shotgunning") is a regrettable and wildly expensive method of troubleshooting...
Re: I'm giving up!
Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
Thu, 18 Sep 2003 12:38:42 -0500
...If you have an air leak, a vacuum leak in you intake components, the engine will get too little fuel, too much air and...
Re: FW: Increasing horsepower - Long -Boring
Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
Sat, 19 Oct 2002 23:37:03 +0100
Ok! Provided the block is stiff, core engine components strong, detonation margins wide enough (with or without knock sensors) and cooling sufficient, yarda yarda...
Re: fuel pump choice? fuel filters
Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
Thu, 14 Sep 2006 23:12:57 -0400
...It wasn't the problem then and usually isn't now, though it sometime is.) In my case it was the Idle Stabilizer Control...
Re: 2.2 Rebuild Questions
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Mon, 10 Nov 2008 10:47:50 -0500
...You can test your wiring harness and components with a Bentley manual and a multimeter and about 30 mins of your time to see...
Thoughts on running Mobil-1 Synthetic oil
Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
Tue, 2 Oct 2007 17:38:07 -0700
...I do not like the Mobil 1 because of the symptoms at low pressure idle regardless of the Zinc content. And yes I am...
Driveability issues with a non-stock engine
Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
Thu, 20 Jan 2005 19:22:45 -0800
...The injectors are recently serviced, and a vacuum leak check showed no leaks (used propane to see if the idle rose). The O2 sensor...
Re: ECU firmware location
Historical mailing list - tinker man
Sun, 23 Sep 2007 09:28:38 +0200
...I'm no SMT expert, but through-hole technology? Pretty good. > But of course you will need to isolate the > defective component. That is...
Re: for the record water is not corrosive
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Fri, 30 Apr 2004 11:40:43 -0700
JD and Zolo, Citric acid seemed to be one of the main components of the over the counter flushes for radiators. I tested a...
Splitie reduction box trauma, 63-67 manual
Historical mailing list
Wed, 15 May 1996 18:55:08 -0700
...resistor to make up for spec-build-up among other passive components. Reflecting for a while, they eventually painted the 'right' value color bands...
Re: Need Help diagnosing a Non-starting '86 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
Thu, 24 Sep 2015 20:33:57 -0700
...Any idieas and suggestions as to additional components, > grounds, or > voltages that I should check would be appreciated. Thanks in advance! >
Re: Diagnostics needed 2.1
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:13:19 -0500
...new seal >>> everywhere >>> including head gasket, on top, every timing components (T-belt, idlers, >>> tensioner...) need to be replace. Cam/crank seal, cam plug...
Re: Electrical Connections/ Silicone Sprays/ Pipe cleaners
Historical mailing list - Carl Turner
Thu, 29 Oct 1998 12:53:58 EST
...electrical connections > > Is it a good/bad idea to apply dielectric (non-conductive) grease on all > your engine wiring harness connections to help prohibit...
Re: Speedometer question
Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
Wed, 1 Jun 2016 22:19:00 -0300
...odometer to be a different size, the rest could be common components. Of course, it is most probable that the drive gear which has...
Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
Historical mailing list - Jerry
Mon, 9 Feb 2009 17:49:26 -0600
...I have a 2.1 Boston Engine installed in MAR 2008 New AFM New Idle Control Unit New 02 sensor New Distributor and Hall...
Re: How Much to Rebuild 84 Engine???
Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
Thu, 20 Dec 2007 08:05:54 -0500
...Yes this will last past most warrantees with a nice heavy duty oil pump to keep the oil light out at idle but is...
Re: bearing crush?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 23 May 2003 18:41:25 -0700
...If the Wasser Boxer uses the ring type #3 main you just need to measure the crank OD and the bearing ID. I think...
Re: Solar panels for your Vanagon..
Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
Mon, 18 Jun 2007 10:16:25 -0700
...The components consist of 1- Solavolt 75 watt panel, a SCI Mark lll 15 amp controller and an extension for remote operation which is...
Re: Any solar gurus out there?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 16 Aug 2006 06:58:16 -0400
...A voltmeter will tell if the alternator is keeping up or if you need to provide some means to increase idle rpm. If considering...
drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 3 Oct 2014 19:28:25 -0500
...We went via Kansas, Nebraska, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Washington, mostly on interstate highways, and made the trip in three driving days, just stopping for...