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  • Re: Source for Exhaust Analyzer bung?
    Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
    Tue, 8 Jun 2004 21:45:03 -0600
    I bought a Stebro stainless J-pipe that Frank Condelli promotes. After it arrived, I realized that it did not have the sniffer port...
  • Re: 2.1L J pipe port bung
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:05:44 -0400
    At 11:59 AM 4/21/2010, Evan Mac Donald wrote: >If you like to do things a little differently, you coud run a...
  • good 2.1 WBX motor for sale, complete
    Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
    Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:58:58 -0700
    ...No Syncro dust trap, snorkle, or J pipe, cat or muffler. In Boulder, Colorado. Can be shipped for cost. I'm asking $800. See...
  • STEBRO/Vanagon SS Exhaust Christmas Sale
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 26 Dec 2001 07:16:33 EST
    ...STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-pipe Christmas sale. December 1 ~ 31. Vanagon List Members, LiMBO members and IWCCC/CIW members. Package deal on...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 18 Apr 2001 - Special issue (#2001-463)
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 18 Apr 2001 16:52:45 EDT
    ...Muffler & J-pipe with the Dansk stainless steel header pipes from the Bus Depot ? Check out the STEBRO muffler and J-pipe here.....> <A...
  • Re: exhaust system
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Sat, 20 Aug 2005 14:48:07 -0400
    ...These ,to the catalytic.These 3 items now install to the J-pipe.Best to get a new oxygen senser installed into the new...
  • Re: Engine Cranks but No Start
    Historical mailing list - john
    Fri, 1 Apr 2016 11:58:04 -0400
    ...When I try to start the engine - gas is pouring out > where both front & back > exhaust pipes meet & join the "J" pipe to the...
  • STEBRO/Vanagon SS Exhaust Christmas Sale
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 18 Dec 2001 07:16:26 EST
    ...STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-pipe Christmas sale. December 1 ~ 31. Vanagon List Members, LiMBO members and IWCCC/CIW members. Package deal on...
  • Heat Exchanger Bypass Pipe Question
    Historical mailing list - Saulius Berzinskas
    Mon, 16 Jul 2001 22:44:03 -0400
    Hi all- Recently I have been considering replacing the rusty heat exchangers in my 82 westy with bypass "J" pipes. My van is primarily...
  • Re: 2.1L J pipe port bung
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 21 Apr 2010 10:18:42 -0400
    At 08:02 AM 4/21/2010, Greg Potts wrote: >Can anyone identify the thread on this, and a potential source for a >replacement...
  • Aircooled Heater exchanger??
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
    Mon, 10 Mar 2003 22:46:12 EST
    ...should there be some play? On the outlet side to the J Pipe the box part is all rusted and does not go to...
  • Re: Muffler & Cat. source for my Tri Star
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 20 Dec 2001 21:40:01 EST
    ...source for my Tri Star STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-pipe Christmas sale. December 1 ~ 31. Vanagon List Members, LiMBO members and IWCCC...
  • goodies for sale
    Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
    Wed, 20 Nov 2002 19:57:14 -0800
    ...Complete running 2.1L wasserboxer engine with wiring harness, AFM, everything! Except J-pipe and cat/muffler. Selling as is, no warranty. Asking only...
  • Re: Diaphragm Springs - Exhaust - 2.1L WBX
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Mon, 10 Aug 2015 16:58:38 -0400
    ...The J-pipe has broken right at the 2 into 1 cast > iron collector. I have a replacement. > > Upon close examination, it is clear...
  • Re: Mechanic says $250 muffler
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 13 Dec 2001 06:15:34 EST
    ...STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-pipe Christmas sale. December 1 ~ 31. Vanagon List Members, LiMBO members and IWCCC/CIW members. Package deal on...
  • Re: Exahust Pipes
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 24 Aug 2001 23:03:25 EDT
    ...If you are thinking > of a Stebro J-pipe, remember the emission port! > > (Frank: I think you ought to add it to the web...
  • Re: Diaphragm Springs - Exhaust - 2.1L WBX
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 10 Aug 2015 20:21:17 -0400
    ...The J-pipe has broken right at the 2 into 1 cast iron collector. I have a replacement. Upon close examination, it is clear...
  • (More) Parts for Sale
    Historical mailing list - CARY CHIANG
    Thu, 24 Feb 2000 17:16:00 CST
    ...WBX 2.1 exhaust parts: "J" pipe, Cat convertor, muffler, and tail pipe. Used, but very, very, solid. Might separate. 3. WBX 1.9...
  • Re: Broken alternator bracket studs
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Tue, 7 Feb 2006 20:00:51 -0500
    ...a drill? May have to take the exhaust off at the j pipe to the tail pipe in one section. Just wondering, as I...
  • Carisle import/kit car show
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 16 May 2001 06:43:53 EDT
    ...I will be bringing STEBRO mufflers and J-pipes. I will have one 1.9 muffler, one 2.1 muffler and one 2.1...
  • Re: Stainless Exhaust Parts
    Historical mailing list - James Wetzel
    Tue, 28 May 2002 15:43:41 -0400
    ...Stainless Exhaust Parts Does anyone know if anyone anywhere manufactures a Stainless Steel J-pipe for the 1.9L Wasserboxer? (Preferably WITH the pre...
  • Re: Diaphragm Springs - Exhaust - 2.1L WBX
    Historical mailing list - Ed
    Mon, 10 Aug 2015 21:28:52 -0400
    ...This modification converts the manifold elbow/j-pipe joint into a ball joint that really makes installation easier. Harmonic vibration is reduced because the...
  • Exhausted, but quite...finally!
    Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
    Mon, 4 Jun 2001 09:28:24 -0500
    ...Last Tuesday, the J-pipe separated from the Y-pipe -- the result of rusted-through bolts. Phred sounded like a Harley on steroids, but...
  • 1.9L - Will not idle cold - when warm idles at 2800RPM
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
    Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:29:41 -0400
    ...He said it has been running fine - the only change that was made is he replaced the J-pipe int he exhaust system - said...
  • Re: Low Power woes...
    Historical mailing list - Raul Cisneros
    Wed, 10 Oct 2001 10:15:04 EDT
    ...verify a clog and get home by taking off the O2 sniffer cap on the J pipe right before the Cat. Raul Cisneros NY
  • Some stuff for sale 90 GL parts
    Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
    Tue, 13 Mar 2001 15:48:41 -0600
    ...Stock OE muffler some surface rust, but no blow throughs, J-pipe and cat that's still intact. Clutch master and slave cylinders, and...
  • (no subject)
    Historical mailing list - Matthias Kuster
    Fri, 21 Jul 2006 12:26:41 -0700
    ...The exhaust j-pipe and the ignition cap are NLA. I will put these on ebay soon. Keep on trucking matthias
  • Re: Muffler Straps
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Wed, 18 May 2005 13:17:32 -0400
    I only have a pre 86 vanagon, but to replace the strap, it is best to remove the muffler/cat converter/j-pipe as...
  • Re: Muffler Brackets
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 3 May 2002 07:24:14 EDT
    ...All the STEBRO/Vanagon Mufflers and J-pipes come with loose flanges that require the use of doughnut gaskets for this reason. All that...
  • Re: '88 GL Muffler Change - a big PITB!!!
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Tue, 13 Aug 2013 19:19:26 -0500
    ...Bling - idea!! Remove the J-pipe, slide the muffler to the left, tighten the right hand bracket bolts, slide the muffler back over both...
  • Vanagon exhaust diameter? + Custom exhaust fabrication questions.
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Thu, 27 Mar 2008 09:01:31 -0700
    ...Short run of 1 5/8" 90 degree pipes from manifold to collector, then a "J" pipe forward, around, and back to stock Vanagon...
  • Re: water from exhaust mystery solved.
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Fri, 3 Oct 2003 06:23:59 EDT
    ...The left side rod with the 90 degree bent end goes from the stud welded to the tab on the j-pipe to the...
  • Re: 3 really easy exhaust questions.
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 13 Nov 2007 06:08:55 EST
    ...Now install the collector insuring the surfaces are flat and clean using the sealant on the gaskets here also, now install the J-pipe...
  • Re: Exhausted, but quite...finally!
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 21 Jun 2001 06:18:09 EDT
    ...members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm">STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-Pipe</A> comes with integral mounting brackets & tail pipe, complete stainless steel...
  • Re: [Stebro SS muffler]
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Tue, 31 Jul 2001 06:09:14 -0500
    ...Stebro also sent inadequate mounting hardware and one too few gaskets since I also ordered the SS J-pipe also. Took an act of...
  • Sourcing parts for my '90 Automatic project.
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Mon, 7 Nov 2011 09:33:56 -0500
    ...The headers and J pipes I will need though. Thanks! -Craig '85GL '90GL '87 Sunroof Syncro
  • rattle, rattle ...O2 Sensor! And thanks.
    Historical mailing list - Miguel Calvin
    Sun, 29 Jul 2001 15:21:11 -0400
    ...i changed my j-pipe recently and this rattle started about a month later. If it shakes loose again I'm not sure what...
  • Fuel Pressure a bit high -- OK???
    Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
    Wed, 28 Jan 2004 16:04:48 -0500
    Hi All, When my J-pipe fell off the other day and the O2 sensor wasn't in the loop, the van ran really...
  • Re: Exhaust Question
    Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
    Wed, 5 Sep 2001 11:25:45 -0500
    ...When I redid my exhaust in June, I ordered new donut gaskets for the connections between the j-pipe and cat, and j-pipe...
  • 2.1 exhaust fastener question
    Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
    Thu, 26 Aug 2010 08:48:20 -0700
    Hi gang, I just replaced the "J" pipe on my '88 GL, the end at the manifold rusted out and it sounded like a...
  • Re: The curse of the Syncro....
    Historical mailing list - jbange
    Tue, 8 Mar 2005 22:13:33 -0800
    ...damage on my SoCal Vanagon is the tip of the exhaust J pipe is eaten away at the bottom. I've heard the stories...
  • Re: 2.1L J pipe port bung
    Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
    Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:39:14 -0400
    Reynolds Wrap, I like that. My brother-in-law used a penny and a hose clamp for quite a while. On Wed, Apr 21...
  • Will This Ruin an O2 Sensor or Cat Converter?
    Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
    Wed, 6 Sep 2006 11:40:39 +0200
    ...Should I attempt to unbolt the J-pipe (bolts are very rusty), or am I worrying over nothing? Thanks in advance for your replies...
  • Re: 85 exhaust supports needed
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 4 Aug 2001 19:26:14 -0400
    ...025 251 245 J pipe to catalyst-collector junction. 025 251 227 A The second and third are about $18 and $27, not sure...
  • Re: exhaust leak and leaking heads??
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 11 Oct 2001 19:04:44 EDT
    ...The best scenario is to get the <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm"> STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-pipe.</A...
  • Re: Diaphragm Springs - Exhaust - 2.1L WBX
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 10 Aug 2015 20:13:48 -0400
    ...The J-pipe has broken right at the 2 into 1 > cast iron collector. I have a replacement. > > Upon close examination, it is clear...
  • Vanagon parts (1.9l and 2.1l) $15ea (in Portland, Oregon)
    Historical mailing list - David J
    Thu, 22 Sep 2005 18:46:46 -0700
    ...both headers, J-pipes, engine shields) for both engines Engine pieces (injectors, runners, pistons, pushrods & tubes, coolant tanks, coolant hoses, ECMs, etc.) Body parts...
  • Re: good 2.1 WBX motor for sale, complete
    Historical mailing list - W Monk
    Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:48:35 -0500
    ...No Syncro dust trap, snorkle, > or J pipe, cat or muffler. > > In Boulder, Colorado. Can be shipped for cost. > I'm asking $800. See...
  • Re: Exhaust Questions
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Mon, 21 Jul 2003 06:45:44 EDT
    ...STEBRO is currently only producing a 1.9 Muffler, a 2.1 muffler and a 2.1 J-pipe, see my <A HREF="http...
  • Re: wanted: exhaust part number
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:30:11 -0500
    ...I have a 2.2L subaru engine >with custom exhaust header, but I am stock vanagon from the J pipe >downstream on a 91...
  • Vgon syndrome on a 1.9WBX
    Historical mailing list - zampano
    Mon, 12 May 2003 18:12:38 -0700
    ...I checked around her and saw that the J-pipe in the exhaust, the one that houses the OX sensor, had a hairline crack...
  • Re: Need to replace Muffler and Tailpipe on '91 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 16 Oct 2004 06:36:59 EDT
    ...I also have available the J-pipe and header pipes in stainless steel if needed. Changing the muffler is a pretty straight forward job...
  • Re: [Re: Re: [Stebro SS muffler]]
    Historical mailing list - Joe Fortino
    Tue, 31 Jul 2001 11:23:03 MDT
    ...Stebro also sent inadequate mounting hardware and one too few gaskets since I also ordered the SS J-pipe also. Took an act of...
  • Re: 16" steel wheels?/E code lights, relays
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 18 Feb 2003 19:51:06 EST
    ...Stebro? > No, I contract STEBRO to build the Vanagon mufflers and j-pipes. ������ Cheers�� Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada <A HREF="http://members.aol...
  • In search of 1.9 exhaust pipes
    Historical mailing list - Tony Collins
    Mon, 6 Jul 2009 00:19:47 -0400
    ...Instead found that the J pipe has some good rust holes on it, the rear pipe had what I thought was a crack. It...
  • Re: ? Lock Washers on Exhaust Fasteners?
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Tue, 17 Sep 2002 14:03:50 -0400
    ...So, do all these rusty fasteners require > lock washers? I am not referring to the stack of Belleville washers on the > j-pipe flange...
  • Re: Was: Exhausted, but quite...finally! Now Dremel!
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 4 Jun 2001 10:10:31 -0500
    ...Last Tuesday, the J-pipe >separated from the Y-pipe -- the result of rusted-through bolts. Phred >sounded like a Harley on steroids, but...
  • Re: Engine Cranks but No Start
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Fri, 1 Apr 2016 09:23:21 -0700
    ...When I try to start the engine - gas > is pouring out where both front & back exhaust pipes meet & join the > "J" pipe to the...
  • Re: O2 Sensor - situation 90' 2.1 (kinda long)
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Wed, 28 Mar 2007 16:07:27 -0400
    ...1.9 engines have the O2 sensor well forward of the cat in the J pipe. If you have no O2 sensor connected (and...
  • Re: WOOO HOOO!! Bus BRRR is Two Weeks Away! (Buses By the Beach Event)
    Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
    Fri, 19 Feb 2010 09:38:50 -0500
    ...Those Bus Pilots sporting �J� > pipes, a snowmobile suit and ice scraper in one hand to use while driving > earn major style points with...