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• Re: Poptop Raise Assists (Fryeday content)
  Historical mailing list - David Etter
  Thu, 8 Feb 2007 12:15:28 -0700
  ...involved in that last reply. ;-) David ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ >The idea has both sound and not so sound components. While use of the >hinged pole that David...
• Re: Idle / Plugs / Thanks!
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Libby & Denise DeWolfe
  Sat, 26 Aug 2000 22:57:48 -0500
  ...Other > components of the FI system, notably the aux air regulator, help set > idle when the engine's cold. > > But... the idle adjustment screw...
• Re: How to operate Refrigerator?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 1 Apr 2008 14:52:21 -0700
  ...http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_category.php?id=1 and from other sources. On Tue, Apr 1, 2008 at 9:49 AM, Slloth...
• Fuel pump stops.
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Tue, 2 Aug 2005 19:24:21 -0500
  ...Any idea where to start looking for a bad component or bad connection?
• Re: Thoughts on State of the List
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 8 May 2004 22:19:56 -0500
  > This list attracts a certain idealistic youthful component who identify the > Vanagon as a vehicle of escape and freedom. Probably an extension of the...
• Rough idle or misfiring during partial load
  Historical mailing list - Subject: Rough idle or misfiring during partial load
  July 15, 1987
  A rough idle or misfire during partial load could be caused by ignition sparks jumping from the plug wire connector to the noise suppresion...
• Rough idle or misfiring during partial load
  Historical mailing list - Subject: Rough idle or misfiring during partial load
  July 15, 1987
  A rough idle or misfire during partial load could be caused by ignition sparks jumping from the plug wire connector to the noise suppresion...
• Re: Van stopped running
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:15:55 -0700
  ...things often get parts first, before they have any idea if it's a component, a poor connection, something dirty etc. Fully 3/4ths...
• Re: Thoughts on State of the List
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Sat, 8 May 2004 13:00:43 -0600
  ...This list attracts a certain idealistic youthful component who identify the Vanagon as a vehicle of escape and freedom. Probably an extension of the...
• More on high idle with A/C on
  Historical mailing list - Mark Schrope
  Tue, 16 Jun 1998 17:02:14 -0400
  ...A/C 2) How does the idle system compensate for the A/C being on? What components are involved or connected between the two...
• Re: Vanagon a/c and associated miseries.
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 19 Jul 2006 20:16:18 -0400
  ...only uses the pulley as an idler.Did the bearing suddenly and catastrophically fail? I suspect another component failed,besides the compressor., A locked...
• AC not increasing idle
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 22 Jul 2002 01:49:38 -0700
  ...1.) The idle would be boosted to make up for the drag of the A/C compressor 2.) The radiator fan would come on...
• Re: Fast idle Vanagon 1991
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Nov 1995 12:21:30 -0500
  ...It sounds like the idle stabilizer. I don't have my Bentley with me but this component can be diagnosed using the procedure outlined...
• Re: 2.1 digifant MV engine Air Flow Sensor Wiring Harness 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Mon, 25 Feb 2002 20:24:22 -0500
  ...not fun. > > I have now gone through the components which I think can be > causing this, > and have replaced the Idle Stabilizer Valve, the...
• Passing through creek, engine misses badly
  Historical mailing list - John Clemens
  Thu, 1 Mar 2001 15:15:01 -0800
  ...It's hard to tell if it is shutting off a few cylinders or just an overall grounding of a component. Any ideas...any...
• Re: aerodynamics (Seriously...)
  Historical mailing list - Ed Mellinger
  Wed, 01 May 1996 10:42:18 -0700
  ...components--considering inertia only--once they reach a certain steady > >speed, will they get identical gas mileage? > > Yes. > > -Tom Considering inertia only -- identical mileage...
• Re: Powerwashing FAIL
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 4 Dec 2009 22:30:20 -0500
  ...what is the most likely >component to cause this condition under the conditions described above? BTW, I'd unplug the idle stab board and...
• Re: audio tach
  Historical mailing list - Josh Poulson
  Sun, 09 Apr 1995 21:59:22 PDT
  ...c) Sometimes you can find components that have a "ground lift". This is rare and probably a bad idea (tm) in car audio. 7...
• RoadHaus - 2004 VW Campout Event Schedule
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Thu, 4 Mar 2004 09:46:06 -0500
  ...tired to identify every VW Event, rather I've focused on the "Major" events most of which have a "Campout Component" and a "Van...
• Belly Pans for MPG>>
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 19 May 2008 07:24:01 -0700
  ...Don Hanson The second idea worked well and is a real solution. The open underside of th= e vanagon is a real drag component...
• so-34 interiors?
  Historical mailing list - UTORInfoCommons
  Mon, 22 Apr 1996 14:52:18 -0400
  ...pieces and was wondering if anyone out there had any components (easily identifiable by the white formica cabinetry) or any documentation. i would appreciate...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 19:27:39 -0800
  ...is re-used > � Idle control unit (ICU) is eliminated�idle control will be handled by > Delphi ECU > The following components will be re-used...
• Re: Excessive Idle
  Historical mailing list - Claudio Cella
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 22:40:32 -0700
  ...Also > replaced all ignition components: plugs, wires, distributor cap and > rotor. Any ideas on what I might be missing? > > Thanks, > Darren >
• How to operate Refrigerator?
  Historical mailing list - Slloth
  Tue, 1 Apr 2008 09:49:49 -0700
  My '84 came with a owners manual but it makes no mention of the "camper" components. Was there a manual for the Westfalia? I...
• Vanagon Syndrome Update
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Wed, 12 Oct 2005 20:15:50 -0700
  ...which components or combo of components? Come on, lets get some wagering on this! I will put a dollar on the idle stabilizer as...
• some new pictures
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 18:54:53 -0800
  Hi all, Here are some pictures I took today of my burned out idle control valve. The power transistor is fried. Has a hole...
• help for syncro tranny!!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 3 Jul 1999 20:28:50 EDT
  ...I thought the only thing left to do is replace all the clutch components but alas I must have been wrong. When I took...
• Re: Help me! I've just purchased a pit to throw money into!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 6 Dec 94 21:25:07 EST
  ...A good idea is to run a series of tests on all the components electrical and FI related. Ignition wires, plugs, filters and hoses...
• Re: Power output of actual vans? (long)
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Sat, 28 Jul 2007 21:18:24 -0600
  > The second idea worked well and is a real solution. The open underside of the > vanagon is a real drag component. My '81 (aircooled...
• stalling at start up after exhaust leak was repaired (long)
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Fri, 6 Oct 2006 14:22:50 -0400
  ...I was planning to go through the entire testing of the fuel and emissions components as outlined in Bentley since the idle was a...
• Re: Update: More idle issues for idle hands and minds
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 15 Dec 2002 23:45:18 -0500
  I've identified a couple of the components that the squishy and cracked hose connects to. It goes from the elbow between the mass...
• Re: Replace propane tank or components?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 2 Apr 2010 09:24:08 -0700
  ...or > buy the components such as from here: > http://community-2.webtv.net/VanStuff/VanagonWestfalia/ > > The local propane company won't re-certify a...
• FI Explanation
  Historical mailing list - Chip & Co.
  Sat, 27 Jun 1998 17:49:55 -0500
  Is there a comprehensive source that explains each component of the FI function and ideas for troubleshooting. I do have Bentley, I looked in...
• power steering, oil light, batt. light???
  Historical mailing list - Andy Zappe
  Wed, 22 Sep 2004 22:36:36 EDT
  ...any ideas????? any relationship between those components??? car still drove just had the two indicators on and tough but doable steering. andy 85 westy
• Idle stub system
  Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
  Sat, 5 Dec 2009 05:03:33 -0000
  ...what is the most likely >>component to cause this condition under the conditions described above? >>BTW, > > I'd unplug the idle stab board and...
• '89 Vanagon won't idle when cold AND wet
  Historical mailing list - JOHNSON,DAVID (HP-Vancouver,ex1)
  Thu, 7 Mar 2002 16:38:54 -0500
  ...I will look into the temp sensor, O2 sensor, idle stabilizer valve, etc. Any other bright ideas or components to focus on? Thanks, Dave
• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 12:48:49 -0500
  ...That would be the 2.1l engines with the idle stab valve and the controller behind the taillight. Also, for the picky - they're...
• free 2.1 longblock core
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Sun, 22 Oct 2006 19:01:08 -0700
  ...if no takers, i'll pull it apart and ebay the components. located in moscow Idaho. will not ship. can help shuttle it around...
• Re: Excessive Idle
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 16:22:38 -0500
  ...Also > replaced all ignition components: plugs, wires, distributor cap and > rotor. Any ideas on what I might be missing? > > Thanks, > Darren > > ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS...
• '87 FI problem (was high idle)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 22 Dec 1995 08:17:41 -0500
  ...rpm idle as a failed "idle speed control unit." (ouch $250.00) While investigating this however, he said another FI "control" component on the...
• Re: Mercedes rims ET48 - bad idea?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 26 Feb 2005 12:00:38 -0700
  "Who cares about wheels that look good and clear all your suspension components but fail in the handling department? Isn't that why most...
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome Update
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 13 Oct 2005 07:59:41 -0500
  ...which components or combo of components? Come > on, lets get some wagering on this! I will put a dollar on the idle > stabilizer as...
• Re: new engine / no cold idle
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
  Wed, 31 Mar 2004 18:01:29 -0500
  ...into the Idle Stabilizer wires. Unpliug the box and pop it open with a screw driver. It may have some burnt components. Best regards...
• Re: Subie engine prices
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Sun, 27 Dec 2009 08:53:47 -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: a bit of an idling puzzle
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:16:56 -0400
  ...Using your VOM you can check most of the FI components electrically. If all the pins test good, move on, but that's the...
• Identifying a vacuum source??
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 7 Mar 1997 13:40:28 -0600
  ...Does anyone know?? * Directly behind the air cleaner lies a round plastic component with a hose attached to the top that bends at about...
• Re: Idle Control Unit (not valve)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Sat, 20 Sep 2003 21:58:48 +0200
  ...If either component is faulty, it will kill the other one. Generally though, it is a clogged ISV which makes components on the ISCU...
• Re: FI Explanation
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Mon, 29 Jun 1998 07:21:58 -0500
  ...FI Explanation >Is there a comprehensive source that explains each component of the FI >function and ideas for troubleshooting. I do have Bentley, I...
• Re: ARGH!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Mar 1999 11:19:41 EST
  ...comes up and then next weak component or line dies. That is why it is a good idea to replace all of your coolant...
• Re: Part number, part number, but not that part number
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 19 Nov 2006 21:30:43 -0800
  ...component piece - when I check the VW Part Number references in the VAG Fiche, they sometimes appear in the diagram, but are not identified...
• FS- 87 vanagon inst. cluster assy, alternator, expansion tank, etc
  Historical mailing list - Steve Coseo
  Sun, 3 Dec 2000 12:39:45 -0800
  ...Idle stablizer 025121 407a Throttle body. BRAND new expansion tank (the one that goes on the left side part number Basically any component that...
• Re: Passing through creek, engine misses badly
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Thu, 1 Mar 2001 17:25:47 -0800
  ...It's hard to tell if it is > shutting off a few cylinders or just an overall > grounding of a component. > > Any ideas...any...
• Re: New member's starting problem
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 1 Dec 94 14:20:11 EST
  ...out the idle stabilizer and replacing it; second time the ignition and engine needed to properly grounded AND all electrical components cleaned. Third possibility...
• Sagging rear end
  Historical mailing list - Scott Kraning
  Sun, 10 Sep 2000 10:57:43 EDT
  ...I would assume this means replacing the shocks, or is there some other component that levels the chassis? I have no idea...any suggestions...
• Re: repairing the idle stabilizer unit?
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 11:12:53 -0800
  ...repairing the idle stabilizer unit? > there was talk a while back about repairing the idle stabilizing unit. > Unfortunitly i was not able to find...
• Clutch Use
  Historical mailing list - Mick Owens
  Tue, 29 Jun 1999 12:40:34 -0500
  I've been reading the traffic regarding pressure on the clutch pedal while in idle, and I offer the following. I am the original...
• Re: Front Shocks - Help or How Much $? (Portland OR)
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 26 Dec 2010 14:02:37 -0800
  ...Assuming a shock is the right one for the installation your ride/suspension height should be identical even with the shock removed from the...
• cold run problems
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Wed, 22 Nov 2000 12:59:45 -0500
  ...hose and component I don't see any compelling reason to suspect the idle control unit or ECU, especially since idle and normal run...
• Re: Busdepot coolant schematics?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Mon, 14 Jul 2003 20:28:42 -0700
  ...pick your beast (86 syncro for example) click on the little "i" after "cooling components" Bottom of first paragraph are links for all of...
• Re: Fuel pump stops.
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 2 Aug 2005 18:46:54 -0600
  ...It runs and the engine > starts and > runs. > > Any idea where to start looking for a bad component or bad connection? > >