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• Re: Canister Fuel Filter Install
  Historical mailing list - David Yates
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 16:29:01 +1000
  ...Canister Fuel Filter Install Golf Tees work too. -------------- Original message ---------------------- From: Jake de Villiers <crescentbeachguitar@GMAIL.COM> > That's a good idea Mad. Beats...
• Re: hard to start in the morning
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sat, 5 Nov 2016 11:09:27 -0700
  ...replace fuel filter > - swap the old fuel pump back (the old one I use as backup part) > - replace Temp2 sensor > - swap the fuel relay...
• Re: Sourcing some parts....
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:02:15 -0800
  Personally I really appreciate the stock 2.1 2WD vanagon fuel filter mount.. very clever.. one screw, and it does two functions.. it clamps...
• fram filters
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cronin
  Wed, 17 Jul 1996 06:39:45 -0400 (EDT)
  I recentley replaced the fuel filter in my 82 diesel with a Fram filter purchased at a FLAPS. I was cautious about using it...
• Re: On the road and need some help
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Sat, 19 Feb 2011 16:54:07 -0800
  ...I am wondering if a clogged fuel filter would then lower the pressure enough to cause it to run like this ? It starts fine...
• Re: Fuel pumps
  Historical mailing list - Frank
  Sat, 2 Oct 2004 16:49:13 -0700
  ...else that would make a fuel pump not work that replacing > it would cure besides a bad pump? Wiring short, gremlins? > > Mike > Fuel filter
• RE: Stranded in L.A. - 81 won't start
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Jun 1996 10:48:45 -0500
  ...Bentley shows two fuel filters on some applications. One before and one after the pump. Colin A Moran If you can't dazzle them...
• Re: bumble bee in fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 14 Nov 2002 19:51:02 -0500
  ...That's an expensive fix if the problem is really the fuel filter... :) d -- David Beierl - Providence RI USA -- http://pws.prserv.net/synergy...
• Re: Fuel Hose question
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Wed, 16 Feb 2005 21:25:10 -0700
  Entity Gnarlodious spoke thus: >> Can anyone tell me the Od/id of the fuel hose that goes from the fuel filter >> to the engine...
• Re: Don't waste your money. Fuel Line's - Filters etc to prevent leaks?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 16:25:53 -0500
  ...He took it in to his mechanic, who found the connection between the fuel pump and fuel filter was *spraying* fuel under the car...
• Re: Good fuel filter arrangement?
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:02:04 -0700
  ...So there's no >filter in depression at tank bottom? I later took that sump cover off http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa190/becida...
• Re: What a Long Strange Trip It's Been
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Nov 1996 08:17:58 PST
  ...Roberts) writes: **chomp** >Following Joels suggestion,I had already replaced the fuel filters.The '85 >had two filters a small square one in front...
• Fuel filter opinions wanted
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sun, 11 Jan 2015 15:06:48 -0500
  ...However, Van-Cafe does list it: < http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van_1420841643175/page_1958_1201/syncro-in-tank-fuel-filter.html>. As...
• Re: starting after replacing glow plugs
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 06:22:13 -0800
  Fill your new fuel filter with diesel, and, if you are getting power to the glows, she should start fine after a few seconds...
• Re: Engine won't rev up
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 11 Dec 2002 16:38:51 -0600
  ...Was the engine >>hot or cold when this happened? If it was cold, then it's more likely >>the fuel filters. If it was...
• Re: Your GoWesty Engine...how do you like it?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:14:09 -0700
  ...I think it might have been the fuel filters alone. Why was the upstream fuel filter full of crap? Perhaps my fuel tank is...
• Re: Anyone know why VW discontinued the square pre-filter?
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:24:03 -0400
  ...keep running with my filter as adapter? Do >> they cause any problems? It seems to me that filtering the fuel before >> the >> pump is...
• Re: Don't waste your money. Fuel Line's - Filters etc to prevent leaks?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 19 Dec 2003 07:37:55 -0500
  ...Fuel Line's - Filters etc to prevent >leaks? > > >I've never found the fuel hose to be leaking. >I have found numorous other fuel...
• fuel filter mystery 85 'gon
  Historical mailing list - Judith Barr/Leo Girard
  Mon, 13 Jul 1998 14:38:27 -0400
  ...Then engine starts immediately; Will continue to run when fuel pump is re-connected. Fuel Pressure Regulator is new. Ideas? Thanks, Leo [text/html]
• Re: gasoline prefilter
  Historical mailing list - pat
  Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:56:32 -0500
  I think the pre-filter was stock on early vanagons. The problem is if the pre-filter clogs the pump with cavitate. This will...
• Re: [Re: always a second fuel filter?]
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fortino
  Tue, 27 Mar 2001 12:17:35 MST
  I think my 85 is 7mm, somehow the hose near the filter sprung a leak so I need to change the hose out on...
• Re: $5 Fuel Filter! Really!
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 8 Oct 2004 01:46:42 EDT
  ...If you know how to read, all the specs for Fram filters are contained in their application book. The particulars are in the back...
• Re: Help, stranded. Van won't exceed 55mph
  Historical mailing list - No Name Available
  Sat, 26 Feb 2005 10:51:08 EST
  ...Dan You stated that you checked the fuel pump. Did this include fuel pressure check? A California fuel filter ahead of the pump makes...
• Spare Parts List - Input
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 06:57:30 -0700
  ...System Current Parts List - Alternator - Fuel Pump - Water Pump - ECU - O2 Sensor - Wires & Spark Plugs - Oil Filters - Fuel Filter - U Joints - Wheel Bearings - All...
• gas tank causing stalling?
  Historical mailing list - debbie walters
  Fri, 7 Mar 2003 06:28:16 -0500
  ...This mechanic sent me home without even looking at the van (knowing that I have recently replaced fuel filter, air filter, plugs,wires,rotor...
• Re: Marvel Mystery Oil
  Historical mailing list - gary
  Fri, 14 May 2004 20:17:06 -0400
  ...If one has a fuel system that is > > > displaying symptoms of being dirty (surging under acceleration - suspect > > > clogged filter), would this additive work sufficiently...
• Re: oooh... the joy and surprise of a new van...
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 4 Sep 2017 14:32:26 -0700
  60 k on a fuel filter is not bad. They can go up to 100k if there is no crap in them. Sometimes "if...
• Re: Fuel Tank
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:24:58 -0600
  ...fuel tanks from Bus Depot? Are they safe? Is it an easy install? I have an '85 Westy that is gunking up fuel filters...
• Re: Good fuel filter arrangement?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 21 Aug 2012 04:30:17 -0700
  ...AFAIK, this is to make room for a filter assembly basket that snaps down into the center hole. Fuel passes through the fine mesh...
• Re: low fuel pressure and lean engine
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Mon, 5 Jul 2004 11:52:26 -0700
  ...It just makes little sense to have two > filters in the same line, and as long as you are using a filter, it is...
• Re: Exactly which filter for pre-pump retrofit?: SUM FOUND ONE!!!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 30 Jul 2004 12:49:11 -0700
  ...and look at the wall of fuel filters and find one that has a large enough inlet and outlet? Then you can just post...
• Re: Tune Up Poll
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 19 Feb 2016 00:55:31 -0500
  ...Fuel Filter- If pre 86 with the pre-pump filter 12-15K miles is a good service interval. For the 86 and later it...
• Persistant Noise From Fuel Pump
  Historical mailing list - Paul A Rogers
  Fri, 11 Jul 2003 18:54:49 -0700
  ...Replaced large round fuel filter and blew out the small square one and nothing has changed. What next? Drop the tank? Is there a...
• Installing a fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Mon, 6 Aug 2007 09:18:45 -0400
  I'm going to run up to Bus Depot today and get new fuel pump and fuel filter if they have one. How do...
• fs 1981 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
  Mon, 18 Aug 2003 19:08:19 EDT
  ...fuel lines, fuel pump, dis cap, rotor, points, condenser, fuel filter, afm, fuel line and grommets above tank, newer tank, shifter bushings, rear bumper...
• Gas Tanks, fuel hose clamping
  Historical mailing list - Carl Turner
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 12:04:29 EST
  ...fuel going directly to the pump with the high pressure fuel filter (metal can type) downstream of the fuel pump. The current fuel tank...
• Re: Won't accelerate
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 7 Nov 2011 11:20:52 -0800
  ...clogged fuel delivery if it idles and then dies when > acceleration is to occur. > What does the pump sound like? is the filter clean...
• Sourcing some parts....
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:41:47 -0500
  I am looking to get ahold of a fuel filter holder for a 2wd vanagon, as well as the rubber feet that help isolate...
• Re: '87 Westy running rough
  Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
  Tue, 16 Dec 1997 21:12:51 EST
  Have you ever replaced the fuel filter? You leaving a gas station sends up red flags to me about bad gas or water in...
• Re: update on diesel-gas conversion
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Sun, 26 May 2002 17:50:58 -0700
  ...a fuel pump from Stan a > few weeks ago, complete with bracket. But then I couldn't remember where to > put the filter. I...
• Re: fuel pump/starting question...need assistance
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 30 Jun 2007 16:24:04 -0500
  ...In fact, a lot of that junk ("brown gas") came out of the inlet side of the primary fuel filter when I changed the...
• RE: Fuel Injector Cleaner
  Historical mailing list - mdstockr
  Fri, 7 Mar 97 14:08:00
  ...I also change the fuel filter every 2 years/24K miles and the air filter every year/12K miles. NOTE: Audi uses CIS, where...
• Re: MPG Question
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 30 Mar 2006 17:07:25 -0800
  ...works fine), > checked and > cleaned charcoal cannister, new fuel pump, new fuel filter, > new air filter. > > The car runs fine, no problems idling, going...
• Re: 86 fuel filter fix and frustrations...
  Historical mailing list - The Old Volks Home
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 11:09:28 -0700
  ...On some '86 and >'87 Vanagons VW put on a square looking filter before the fuel pump that has >the same sized inlet and...
• adjusting mixture ratio
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 5 Jul 2019 10:53:29 -0700
  ...new fuel filter and fuel pressure regulator. should I wait till the engine has at least 5K miles and will see? thanks dan
• Fuel mixture change
  Historical mailing list - Riley Kettner
  Sat, 18 Mar 2000 21:53:22 -0800
  Hello All, I have my air filter housing apart looking for the air mixture adjustment. I read the clymer book and it says there...
• Re: Stopped in Moro... fuel? Resolved try
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 21 Oct 2016 20:43:52 -0700
  It was my square pre-filter. I'd had a few short episodes of missing, now I recall usually following a downhill. I took...
• Re: They Only Write When They're In Trouble...
  Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 07:59:45 -0800
  ...Last major overhaul was nine months ago - engine rebuilt from > >> case up; carb rehabbed; fuel lines replaced but fuel filter and fuel pump > >> untouched...
• Re: 1.9L Fuel Filters
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:35:20 -0400
  > If you know of a source for those square filters, > let us know. I haven't found any online or local. They have been...
• Re: More 2.1 poor running
  Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
  Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:24:16 -0700
  Depending on the age of your fuel tank, and if you had a lot of crud in the filter, I'd throw that in...
• Re: Fuel Pressure/Hot motor/Power Steering grease
  Historical mailing list - Mark Cumnock
  Thu, 9 Jun 2005 11:10:37 -0400
  ...I have been changing my fuel filters alot , due to tank rust. When is the last time, you changed yours? This may be a...
• Re: Fuel Injector Question Part 1
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 24 Jan 2008 23:49:41 -0600
  ...MV) 2109cc (MV) Application Fuel System Digifant Digifant - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Injection Valve 0 280 150 206 0 280 150 206 Fuel Filter 71 028 71 028...
• Re: Fuel Filter "Update" Results
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:41:01 -0700
  ...So I deleted the pre pump filter, > and installed a post pump canister type > > Prior, with new tank + reseal/FP/filters/hoses, at idle...
• Fuel Pump Noise
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Fri, 12 Feb 2016 13:44:56 -0800
  ...Second question is, my van never had a "front" fuel filter.. (Not since I've owned it).. Maybe I should get one? --t
• Re: 2.1 WBX Warm Start Troubles
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Fri, 18 Nov 2016 00:13:41 +0000
  ...New Air Filter.New Fuel InjectorsNew Fuel Injection Temperature SensorNew Air Temperature SensorNew Throttle Position SwitchPer Bentley 24.55, the Fuel Pressure Regulator works...
• Re: more fuel problems!!!!
  Historical mailing list - brad barcom
  Mon, 4 Mar 2002 21:29:07 -0500
  ...bad fuel pump (very unlikely) 2. ice in gas (never happened before) 3. rusty crap in fuel tank continues to clog fuel filter (really...
• Re: Marvel Mystery Oil
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 14 May 2004 19:28:28 -0500
  ...If one has a fuel system that is > > > displaying symptoms of being dirty (surging under acceleration - suspect > > > clogged filter), would this additive work sufficiently...
• My EB Breakdown Story Continues...
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Stewart
  Mon, 30 Apr 2007 08:25:07 -0400
  ...Went home and gave it some thought, remembered my suspecting bad gas-pulled the fuel filter off and what drained out was BLACK! Stuck...
• Re: noisy fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Wed, 7 Apr 2004 11:23:53 -0700
  ...I too check i fuel filter and psi and its good, just the buzz still happens. (( cheep pumps these days?? )) maybe! if so that...
• Re: Low Fuel Engine Dies
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 15 Jun 2010 10:30:56 -0400
  Kim, I would replace the fuel filter first to see if this helps. It is cheap and easy to do. If that doesn't...