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• Re: Machining Cylinder Heads a Viable Solutuion Problem?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Gajewski
  Wed, 6 Jan 1999 17:14:42 -0500
  ...However, my problem was leaking > compression head gasket, not the outer water jacket gasket so it's > possible that my pitting was relatively minor...
• Lifter Thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 6 Jun 2001 11:29:28 -0400
  ...It may help some, but I think it thins the oil some and my oil pressure is low enough, thank you. Some have said...
• Re: Best way to judge life left in Waterboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 10 May 2012 13:52:10 -0400
  ...a compression test, > > what will you do if it's low (and it will be)? The death signal is > > when the oil pressure light...
• Re: 1st Most important specialized waterleaker measurement device
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Fri, 22 Oct 1999 04:16:20 -0500
  ...That's the job of Darrell's coolant pressure >meter. It will point out big and little water leaks as they occur, >compression leaks...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Antony P Marsh
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:26:41 -0500
  ...Due to >> high compression ratios and the excess air, diesels make a lot of NOx. An >> awful lot. This is a primary contributor to...
• Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 17:39:53 -0800
  ...For sure, fuel pressure needs to be considered. And as I keep saying, the gasoline itself, not delivery, not pressure, the fuel itself, like...
• Re: Best way to judge life left in Waterboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 8 May 2012 19:08:58 -0700
  ...a compression test, what will you do if it's low (and it will be)? The death signal is when the oil pressure light...
• Re: DJ-code WBX technical specs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 20 Dec 2008 17:19:24 -0500
  ...hydraulic >>>> compression: 11 - 14 bar (150 psi - 195 psi) >>>> oil pressure: 2 bar @ 2000 rpm @ 80C/176F >>>> >>>> Lubricants and capacities >>>> >>>> engine oil: 10w30 (sf...
• Re: Question about barrel spacers
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 17 Feb 2003 17:50:52 -0600
  ...I use .010 aluminum base shims to get .028 deck height and 7.4 compression. Stan Wilder On Mon, 17 Feb 2003 14:56...
• FS: 2.1 WBX for core or rebuild.
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Thu, 23 May 2002 21:01:22 -0400
  ...Oil pressure was at least 10 psi per 1000 RPM with 20W50 (I had a gauge on it). Compression on #3 was about 20...
• Pre-loading Rear Springs re Syncro Suspension (long)
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Thu, 18 Jun 1998 00:48:14 -0700
  ...Further adjustments can be had by adjusting the amount of oil and the pressure of the gas/air, if any. You can also change...
• Re: nuts vs head gasket job
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Thu, 5 Sep 2013 09:09:04 -0700
  ...I need to make a cap tester and/or > >> run the van with a pressure gauge on the expansion tank when the van is...
• Re: seeking Air Cooled info/advice (82 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 14:49:06 -0700
  ...Check compression. All cylinders of the old engine. If everything is up to snuff, replace all the peripherals and get it running again. If...
• 82 air cooled automatic vanagon
  Historical mailing list - dan h
  Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:02:55 -0500
  ...At the session Tom checked compression, plugs, changed a gasket on a valve cover, jury rigged a missing bolt on my left carb and...
• Re: Tough driving
  Historical mailing list - Nicholas Wilson
  Sat, 30 Jun 2001 13:44:15 -0700
  ...altitude due to the increased atmospheric pressure. Because the air-cooled engine has a much lower compression ratio than the waterboxers, it is lower...
• Re: Sputtering still !!!!!
  Historical mailing list - zaranski
  Tue, 9 Sep 2003 17:21:20 -0500
  ...Blue smoke is oil, white smoke is water - >I don't know what black smoke means! I'd run a compression check too. Andy...
• Re: Grey oily spots on rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:31:10 -0500
  ...re pump pressure ... pump guru's will know more about >that .. and ...a 1.6 TD pump and injectors run at a higher pressure...
• Not exactly, was: A rod bender?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Tue, 2 May 2000 15:36:34 -0400
  ...The compression will be much lower on the cylinder (s) with the bent rods. No bent rods around here, G. Matthew Bulley Bulley-Hewlett...
• Re: Quiz for the diagnosticians - 82 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 18 Aug 2012 21:05:23 -0700
  ...at idle, fuel pressure read near zero on the fuel pressure testing port on the left side.. totally weird. thinking about it at night...
• Re: Replace 1.9 with a 2.1 WBX
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:17:01 -0800
  ...My understanding is that this will increase the compression ratio a little. Is it worth doing so? I will use a set of new...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:39:30 -0800
  ...Due to >>> high compression ratios and the excess air, diesels make a lot of NOx. An >>> awful lot. This is a primary contributor to...
• Re: Best way to judge life left in Waterboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 8 May 2012 18:41:38 -0700
  ...a compression test, what will > you do if it's low (and it will be)? The death signal is when the oil > pressure light...
• Re: Westy foam replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Sun, 8 May 2016 19:17:19 -0700
  ...The seat lid brace is put under more pressure though > so I don't really trust it. > > I asked foam guy for "sitting" foam...
• Re: T/S blown head gasket
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Wed, 15 Dec 1999 21:09:06 -0500
  ...what the previous symtoms were. > This is what I do know: > Compression test: > Cold: > 151,151,145,145 > Hot: > 151,151,155,155 > > No...
• Re: help diagnosing possible coolant system/ engine damage
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 7 Oct 2004 22:56:18 -0400
  ...Then to be sure, go for a compression/leakdown test and maybe test the oil pressure. If no weird noises, go drive and enjoy...
• Re: altenator light
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 24 Jan 2000 13:34:19 -0500
  ...would the lifters or cam follower make such noises, if so would a compression test reveal problems, i did a test and compression was...
• [Follow Up] WHat is wrong with my engine compression
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 25 Jun 2007 22:37:34 -0700
  ...I will do another round of pressure (leak down) test. If the cylinder #1 and #3 still leak I will drop the engine soon...
• idle and black tower
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Wed, 26 Apr 2006 00:31:08 -0400
  ...i have not measured the compression, but the engine is "loose", as it doesn't stop turning immediately on shut-down, and the engine...
• Re: FS: Enhanced 1988 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:19:05 -0400
  ...like the factory clamps because they put uniform pressure on the hoses and > provide constant compression as the hoses age over time, screw type...
• Re: Cylinder Head Cleaning/Checking Question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 4 Feb 2014 08:59:25 -0800
  ...Do you have an oil pressure gauge on your rig? That’s the only way to know the condition of the mains, which will...
• [Fwd: Intake manifold vacuum?]
  Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
  Mon, 24 Aug 1998 09:59:28 -0700
  ...I'm running a vacum gauge from the line off the pressure regulator up to the dash. At idle I'm reading about 14...
• Re: Coolant Strangeness
  Historical mailing list - Tom Rowsell
  Fri, 2 Sep 2011 12:58:54 -0300
  ...Tom On Sat, Aug 27, 2011 at 8:28 PM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com>wrote: > Having a properly working pressure cap is important...
• Re: Overheating symptoms?
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Tue, 19 Mar 1996 12:04:50 -0800 (PST)
  ...Start with oil pressure. Don't drive your bus hard if the pressure drops below 25 psi under load. It's probably overheated at...
• Re: tired 1.9l question
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 23 Jun 2005 07:53:22 -0500
  ...Tony (the >mechanic) did a compression and leakdown test and found: > >Cylinder 4: Compression 115, leakdown 40% >3: 155, 30% >2: 145, 50% >1...
• Re: [WetWesties] 87 Westy running poorly
  Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
  Sat, 17 May 2003 11:37:18 -0700
  ...I was going to > > check the basics first, compression, fuel pressure & spark but since it > > starts & idles so well I am not sure. Any...
• '76, FI Bus: problems with smoke
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 27 Apr 1996 16:54:02 -0700
  ...it has a fair amount of miles I think the compression loss is up to about 15% max. No documented history (whaddya expect for...
• Re: Strange no-start problem
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 22 Dec 2006 17:59:13 -0500
  ...Relay is ok (at least the pump functions when > ignition is on.) > > New pressure regulator. Replaced high pressure fuel hoses from regulator to > injector...
• Re: No oil pressure, was: Here's one to rack your brains............
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 9 May 2000 21:45:32 -0700
  ...Towed it back, ran a pressure test on it, zero, so I > pulled > off the pressure relief valve, it fell out smoothly, and the...
• Re: Grey oily spots on rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:46:15 -0600
  ...re pump pressure ... pump guru's will know more about that .. and ...a 1.6 TD pump and injectors run at a higher pressure...
• Re: 82 air cooled automatic vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:43:28 -0700
  ...I believe that one from bmw 1984-1991 models 318i, 325e, and 325i provides an increased boost. (more brake with less pedal pressure) and...
• Re: Oil Pressure Light on-need help! (dealer cant fix it)
  Historical mailing list - JR Denton
  Fri, 4 Apr 2008 21:18:49 -0400
  ...Here are the particulars on the van- - 74K orig miles on engine- dealer check compression/head leaks/oil pressure- all check out perfect - The...
• Re: still not starting..
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Hecht
  Wed, 19 Mar 2003 18:41:11 -0500
  ...The compression is 130psi in all cylinders. Now this ditributor/timing thing intrigues me. It's quite likely that the ditributor was bumped and...
• Re: Start up,back fire?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 19 May 2015 08:05:00 -0700
  ...The compression washer on the plug > was not compressed and was on an angle with dirt between the washer and > plug. Could this have...
• Re: Top 3 Oils for 2.1 Again
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 5 Mar 2011 04:42:43 -0600
  ...No HG leaks yet, but compression is slipping and oil leaks preclude expensive oil in the crankcase. Oil pressure is still well above the...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:58:06 -0600
  ...Due to > >>> high compression ratios and the excess air, diesels make a lot of NOx. An > >>> awful lot. This is a primary contributor to...
• '88 engine knock diagnosis
  Historical mailing list - Eric
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 10:36:52 -0400
  ...compression seems ok (first stroke 90-100 tops at 140-150 for all 4). Starts and idles fine with slight roughness. The oil pressure...
• Simplified Coolant Leak/Air Bleeding Technique
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Sat, 30 Jan 1999 03:37:18 -0600
  ...It has about 150 lb compression in all cylinders and does not seem to show any head gasket leakage. He wondered about a leaky...
• Re: 1st Most important specialized waterleaker measurement device
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Fri, 22 Oct 1999 06:44:26 EDT
  ...That's the job of Darrell's coolant pressure >meter. It will point out big and little water leaks as they occur, >compression leaks...
• Re: nuts vs head gasket job
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 5 Sep 2013 11:29:09 -0700
  ...I need to make a cap tester and/or >>> run the van with a pressure gauge on the expansion tank when the van is...
• Re: Overheating Advice
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Wed, 26 Sep 2007 21:02:54 -0400
  ...with way more pressure it can handle (Cavitation/stagnation). Now, if it does that, the EX tank should be full of bubble when hot...
• Re: Hot Water Heater Caution
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Mon, 24 Nov 1997 18:20:16 -0800
  ...and under pressure. BUT, the hardware i used is far more secure than simple heater hoses.... copper tubing with flare/compression connections can handle...
• Re: 83' Vanagon - Coolant Temp Sensor and O2 Sensor - Could TheseEffect Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 1 Jul 2001 11:08:25 -0500
  ...Have you done a compression test? Is the proper electrical signal coming to the injector from the ECU? Someone should correct me if I...
• Re: help needed diagnosing blown head gasket
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Wed, 31 Dec 2003 20:34:45 -0800
  ...when suddenly, my oil pressure light and buzzer > came on. i killed the engine immediately and coasted to a stop. i got > out and...
• Re: COLD START PROBLEM!!!!!!!!! anyone!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Benoit
  Mon, 1 Aug 2005 22:56:11 -0400
  ...fuel >> >>pressure is ok.... >> >> >> >>Compression: ok >> >> >> >>Help >> >> >> >>Ben >> >>http://www.benplace.com/ >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > > > > > > > > > > >
• Re: '90 MV running lean at 2500rpm
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 20 Nov 2013 08:20:21 -0500
  ...my very competent but stumped mechanic: Compression test - 135 - 155. Coil/spark plug resistance test. Fuel pressure test at test tab - idle - 32. under...
• Fwd: Best way to judge life left in Waterboxer?
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Wed, 9 May 2012 08:49:41 -0700
  ...a compression test, what > will > you do if it's low (and it will be)? The death signal is when the oil > pressure light...
• Re: coolant overflow fears and thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Sun, 28 Apr 2013 07:55:50 -0700
  ...Coolant blowing out and both > tanks > going empty could be a bad pressure cap not holding pressure at all. > > Dennis > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon...
• Re: Van won't run right - troubleshooting help, more
  Historical mailing list - David Hardy
  Fri, 30 Sep 2011 11:19:16 -0600
  ...I checked compression in #4, and it's normal. So it's getting spark, fuel, air and as compression. I can't believe it...
• update: help needed can not drive van...oil seals for Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Sun, 19 Sep 2010 16:51:13 -0700
  ...the oil pressure switch, replaced it a while back and checked it durring this process.. i guess i should do a compression check.. i...
• Bent Valve Part II
  Historical mailing list - James Wagner
  Sun, 9 Aug 1998 18:30:59 -0400
  ...I suppose it was a lack of exhaust back pressure, otherwise I'd think the cylinders would be pretty independent of one another. Anyway...