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  • Re: What does this part do?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sun, 10 Jun 2001 22:55:32 -0700
    This is the charcoal filter... OK... what does that do you ask! This takes gasoline fumes that come off of the fuel tank and...
  • Re: 90 Vanagon/Westy fuel problem
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:38:38 -0400
    Time to replace the charcoal canister, me thinks. That's where the air comes through on the way to tank as you consume fuel...
  • Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 3 Mar 2008 23:41:41 -0500
    ...When the engine is off idle, the valve for the carbon > canister should open and the fumes vented into the air filter and burned...
  • Re: Mysterious Hard Plastic Tube- 2.1 L WBX.
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 3 Jun 2017 23:26:56 -0500
    ...wrote: > > > > I believe that hose should connect to the charcoal (EVAP) canister purge > > valve. > > > > On 6/3/17, John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote...
  • Re: 90 Vanagon/Westy fuel problem
    Historical mailing list - Kevin Plichta
    Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:21:45 -0400
    ...My problem turned out to be the charcoal filter was plugged. The small hose at the bottom of the filter that goes into the...
  • Re: WTB: EVAP charcoal canister
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
    Fri, 15 Aug 2014 08:01:19 -0400
    ...N wrote: > >>> > >>> Hi folks. > >>> > >>> I am fairly certain that the Vanagon charcoal filter canister is NLA. > >> This > >>> would be for a 1981 gas Vanagon...
  • Re: Fuel pressure too high
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 5 Mar 2018 21:57:19 -0500
    ...Once the valve is open, it allows the intake plenum to pull vapors out of the canister by pulling filtered air over the charcoal...
  • [Fwd: Intake manifold vacuum?]
    Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
    Mon, 24 Aug 1998 09:59:28 -0700
    ...Recently I noticed that the charcoal filter valve behind the airbox has a sharp click when you feather the throttle. Never heard it before...
  • Re: Bucking/Loss of power on HOT days
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 3 Aug 2016 20:09:26 -0400
    ...Even if it did, the charcoal filter should vent to atmosphere right? > > On my swap the fuel hoses likely pick up heat in engine...
  • Re: Complete list of parts needed from Jetta to do conversion
    Historical mailing list - acg11awg
    Sun, 2 Sep 2001 11:51:49 -0400
    ...Fuel pump assembly, I just mounted the whole thing, filter and all under the van 4. The vacuum storage tank thingy, on the Golf...
  • Re: WTB: EVAP charcoal canister
    Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
    Fri, 15 Aug 2014 01:38:16 -0700
    ...N wrote: >>> >>> Hi folks. >>> >>> I am fairly certain that the Vanagon charcoal filter canister is NLA. >> This >>> would be for a 1981 gas Vanagon...
  • Re: Failed Ca Smog due to Evaporative leak
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 2 Apr 2012 23:40:55 -0400
    ...evap hoses and the valve that is connected to the vent system. It is located near the air filter. A shop that deals with...
  • Re: WTB: EVAP charcoal canister
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 14 Aug 2014 12:09:51 -0700
    ...N wrote: > > > Hi folks. > > > > I am fairly certain that the Vanagon charcoal filter canister is NLA. > This > > would be for a 1981 gas Vanagon...
  • Re: Bucking/Loss of power on HOT days
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 3 Aug 2016 15:07:19 -0700
    ...Even > if it did, the charcoal filter should vent to atmosphere right? > > On my swap the fuel hoses likely pick up heat in engine...
  • Re: Fuel pump/filter
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sun, 30 Nov 2014 10:07:54 -0800
    ...http://tinyurl.com/pfpe82d that hose runs to the charcoal canister. IIRC, the black nylon line to the evap rollover valve got messed up...
  • Re: drill - was Fuel pump/filter
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sat, 6 Dec 2014 11:23:54 -0800
    ...thing, the expansion tanks vent > to the charcoal canister near the engine though > a check valve on top. Perhaps that was damaged > during the...
  • Re: Bucking/Loss of power on HOT days
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Wed, 3 Aug 2016 22:50:18 +0000
    ...almost triple the cross-sectional area for better flow).  New charcoal filter valve (mine might be good but since 31 years old and only...
  • Re: Fuel pump/filter
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 30 Nov 2014 19:57:34 -0500
    ...http://tinyurl.com/pfpe82d that hose runs to the charcoal canister. IIRC, the black nylon line to the evap rollover valve got messed up...
  • Re: Gas tank vacuum
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 11 Feb 2002 00:03:48 -0600
    ...valve on the clear hose from the charcoal canister to the air filter on this 85 and that when he replaced the valve the...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Sat, 28 May 2011 03:33:28 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Failed Ca Smog due to Evaporative leak
    Historical mailing list - KKALnSF
    Mon, 2 Apr 2012 21:40:39 -0700
    ...evap hoses and the valve that is connected to the vent > system. It is located near the air filter. A shop that deals with...
  • Re: Complete list of parts needed from Jetta to do conversion
    Historical mailing list - Kitzmann
    Sat, 1 Sep 2001 23:27:50 -0400
    ...Fuel pump assembly, I just mounted the whole thing, filter and all under the van 4. The vacuum storage tank thingy, on the Golf...
  • Re: Bucking/Loss of power on HOT days
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 3 Aug 2016 20:05:12 -0400
    ...New charcoal filter valve (mine might be good but since 31 years old and only $40 seems worth it for the peace of mind...
  • Re: emissions equip for 73 Bus
    Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
    Thu, 20 Oct 94 15:58:19 PDT
    ...All that is required is a dual-diaphragm distributor, manifold cross-pipe, charcoal filter, stock air-cleaner with preheater setup and the vacuum valve...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 28 May 2011 13:43:29 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Fuel pump/filter
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 5 Dec 2014 15:41:40 -0800
    ...thing, the expansion tanks vent to the charcoal canister near > the engine though a check valve on top. Perhaps that was damaged during > the...
  • Re: Failed Ca Smog due to Evaporative leak
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Tue, 3 Apr 2012 09:25:40 -0400
    ...evap hoses and the valve that is connected to the vent >> system. It is located near the air filter. A shop that deals with...
  • Re: Failed Ca Smog due to Evaporative leak
    Historical mailing list - Jeff
    Mon, 2 Apr 2012 21:41:02 -0700
    ...evap hoses and the valve that is connected to the vent system. It is located near the air filter. A shop that deals with...
  • Re: Fuel pump/filter
    Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
    Sun, 30 Nov 2014 19:28:48 -0600
    ...http://tinyurl.com/pfpe82d that hose runs to the charcoal canister. IIRC, the black nylon line to the evap rollover valve got messed up...
  • Re: 90 Vanagon/Westy fuel problem
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:44:10 -0700
    ...90 Vanagon/Westy fuel problem > Time to replace the charcoal canister, me thinks. That's where the air > comes through on the way to...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Sun, 29 May 2011 15:07:37 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Mark Brush
    Sun, 3 Jun 2012 09:31:02 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect > to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should > connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Bucking/Loss of power on HOT days
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 3 Aug 2016 14:55:04 -0400
    ...This valve was opened by engine vacuum as the throttle was opened. The valve is located near the air filter. During high fuel consumption...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - John Jensen
    Sat, 28 May 2011 21:44:57 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 29 May 2011 15:18:27 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: mystery hose disconnected
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 4 Nov 2002 11:55:06 -0600
    ...that's your charcoal cannister, for the evaporative emissions control part of the gas tank. the cylinder in the wheel well, that is. it...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Sun, 29 May 2011 15:06:02 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Failed Ca Smog due to Evaporative leak
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Tue, 3 Apr 2012 08:23:13 -0700
    ...evap hoses and the valve that is connected to the > vent > system. It is located near the air filter. A shop that deals with...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 3 Jun 2012 11:34:11 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
    Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson
    Sat, 24 Aug 2002 23:23:37 -0700
    ...rings). >Fuel pressure is good per test I watched the mechanic perform. > I couldn't find the Charcoal hose going to my air filter.
  • Re: Poor Hot Start Discovery - midway through solution
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 27 Aug 2012 03:42:55 -0400
    ...I'll check the charcoal filter valve. I've not ventured into that >realm yet. I'll pay you a dollar if that has...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 3 Jun 2012 23:57:24 -0400
    ...Be sure to pressure test and make sure the carbon canister is clear and that the valve near the air filter is working. I...
  • Re: Failed Ca Smog due to Evaporative leak
    Historical mailing list - KKALnSF
    Tue, 3 Apr 2012 10:29:44 -0700
    ...evap hoses and the valve that is connected to the >> vent >> system. It is located near the air filter. A shop that deals with...
  • First Timer Overhaul... Some Questions
    Historical mailing list - Chris Gkikas
    Mon, 26 Jun 2000 17:41:11 -0400
    ...started coming out of the breather box tube which hangs underneath (charcoal filter not present on my vehicle). Bad news, so I got a...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Mark Brush - Michigan Radio
    Sun, 3 Jun 2012 22:47:24 -0400
    ...Isn't this suppose to connect > to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume I should > connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Help needed with engine running poorly
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:49:56 -0500
    ...Engine performance issues always come down to an engine problem, (rings, valves, valve train), fuel or air delivery, or ignition. While it may start...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sun, 29 May 2011 13:51:22 -0700
    ...Isn't this suppose to >>>>> connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume >>>>> I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Help needed with engine running poorly
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
    Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:35:12 -0500
    ...Engine performance issues always come down to an engine problem, > (rings, valves, valve train), fuel or air delivery, or ignition. While it > may start...
  • Re: [Fwd: Intake manifold vacuum?]
    Historical mailing list - Peter Zendzian
    Mon, 24 Aug 1998 21:29:54 -1000
    ...the magic cable, >no change. > >Recently I noticed that the charcoal filter valve behind the airbox has >a sharp click when you feather the...
  • Re: need help from someone to look at their engine...
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Tue, 23 Jun 1998 14:52:48 -0700
    ...It is located inline with the vacuum hose that comes from the charcoal filter valve located in the top-right of the engine compartment...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 15:28:16 -0500
    ...Isn't this suppose to >>>>>> connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume >>>>>> I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 4 Jan 2012 00:34:47 -0500
    ...Isn't this suppose to >>>>>> connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume >>>>>> I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 23:06:12 -0500
    ...Isn't this suppose to >>>>>>>> connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume >>>>>>>> I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Wed, 4 Jan 2012 02:38:33 -0500
    ...Isn't this suppose to >>>>>>> connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? I assume >>>>>>> I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: need help from someone to look at their engine...
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Tue, 23 Jun 1998 20:27:36 -0400
    ...It is >located inline with the vacuum hose that comes from the charcoal filter >valve located in the top-right of the engine compartment...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 4 Jan 2012 06:04:08 -0500
    ...Isn't this suppose >>>>>>> to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? >>>>>>> I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Re: DMV
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 9 Mar 1996 20:52:01 -0600
    ...That should smog easily. >You don't even have a charcoal canister in the 69, right? You'd have to >smell like burning tires...
  • Re: Gas Vapors
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:35:43 -0500
    ...Isn't this suppose >>>>>>>> to connect to the charcoal filter? Where is that suppose to go? >>>>>>>> I assume I should connect that properly correct...
  • Brick Tour Packing List!
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 7 Aug 1994 09:39:22 +0800
    ...fan), gaskets, seals, wiper blades, filters, relays, switches, fuel and air filters, bulbs, spark plugs, fuel pump, valve cover gaskets, spark plug covers, throttle...
  • So whose souping up there van?? (LONG: but worth reading)
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
    Fri, 24 Apr 1998 01:08:04 -0700
    ...After the sound came the windows, tinted the 6 rear windows with a 6% charcoal, and the driver and passenger with 40% charcoal, all...