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Re: Hello, new here. Mechanic question
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 14 Feb 2014 19:43:59 -0500
...Intake (Vacuum) leaks can cause all sorts or havoc. The throttle switch will not fix any of this! A new catalytic converter may clean...
Re: Quick throttle body re-bush
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 14 Sep 2014 08:39:09 -0700
...wrote: >>>> very helpful Alistair. >>>> >>>> I still may buy the gowesty vacuum operated TB switch for my '88 but >>>> knowing that HDPE likely works (untested...
Re: Feedback wanted: SA stainless tanks last year
Historical mailing list - Ben T
Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:42:01 -0700
...This makes no sense to me because as you transfer fuel, you would quickly create a vacuum >> condition in the aux tank, and the...
Lake Trip Report and fuel pressure question
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Tue, 20 Jul 2004 10:09:52 -0700
...I also plan on testing the vacuum pressure. Before I do this, does anyone have any words of wisdom about fuel pressure? Is it...
Re: Engine running badly
Historical mailing list - Lovemyairedales
Mon, 2 Oct 2017 09:40:10 -0400
...The other possible cause is a bad hose between > fuel pressure regulator and intake plenum. (hose has a vacuum leak) > > If you're seeing...
Re: The dreaded AFM adjustment screw
Historical mailing list - Mike Frost
Wed, 14 Feb 2007 11:53:45 -0800
...I've checked for vacuum leaks by spraying stater fluid everywhere. I checked the voltage from the O2 sensor in open loop and it...
Re: ARG! HELP! fuel pump problems
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Thu, 16 Jan 2003 10:59:53 -0500
...If it is a vacuum problem, how long should I have to run the van with the fuel filler cap off? I just tried...
Re: 84 running issue solved?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Thu, 2 Jun 2022 10:11:58 -0400
...Last year I dealt with stalling issues and eventually found that the throttle switch was worn out. I replaced the throttle body with the...
Re: Engine Interrupted. Any Ideas, Please?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:26:01 -0700
...cracked air intake boot , vacuum hoses etc. if it has points ignition instead of pure electronic ... look into the points and the distrubutor itself...
Re: AFM and idle issue
Historical mailing list - Skip Laubach
Sun, 24 Sep 2023 08:07:32 -0500
...Have not determined source of vacuum leak (if that is the cause of the “searching idle” - variable rpms at idle). At speed the engine...
Re: I Love My New Cruise Control (Long)
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 15 May 2006 09:52:49 -0700
...Works OK, but I'm not sure I have the DIP switches set exactly right, because my unit drifts around more than I'd...
Re: Question about Transmission Stutter
Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
Tue, 21 Mar 2017 01:20:52 +0000
...New S boot as well and all vacuum lines redone. I found a thread on samba that talks about some of the same issues...
Re: Air Conditioning
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 27 Sep 2021 07:45:00 -0500
...Back when I had my '88 van, I dutifully switched my system > > over to R-134a because R12 was going out and what little...
Re: .................... and vanagons
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:45:16 -0800
...a micro switch in the shifter switches a vaccum valve ( got that part too ) that disengaes the conventional clutch. Then you put it in...
Re: '84 1.9: 3/4 power and running ugly
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
Tue, 24 Aug 2004 14:28:57 -0400
...Last month, as i ascended Wyoming's Big Horn Mountains (up to > 10000ft) , the engine switched from a smooth running hum to a rougher...
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Historical mailing list - Mike Holm Toronto
Sun, 4 May 2014 17:16:53 -0400
...If the throttle body is worn (and of course if there are vacuum leaks) you may not be able to set the idle down...
Re: Hesitation on 87 Vanagon O2 sensor? reply
Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
Fri, 7 Aug 1998 00:37:21 EDT
...Why am I getting "negative" 0.1 volts for about 3 to 4 seconds? (using analog gauge need to switch polarity to measure negative...
Re: A/C repair $ticker $hock - not "urgent," but "pressing"
Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
Thu, 19 Aug 1999 20:29:27 GMT
...Total bill with labor for vacuum testing and re-charging ~$165. Their price may be reasonable, depending on what they are paying for parts...
Re: Idle Control System Explanation, please?
Historical mailing list - Kevin Duvernay
Fri, 13 Mar 2015 20:46:53 -0500
...Be sure > to check for vacuum leaks and clean all the engine grounds. Be sure to use > a new TB rubber seal too, the...
Re: Vanagon Carat - 1991
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:58:54 -0700
...All parts courtesy of Joel. > > Next came replacement of leaking brake master cylinder and switches. Then > came replacement of rear brake cylinders, brake shoes...
Re: Failed Emissions - High HC at Idle
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Fri, 9 Aug 2013 09:06:34 -0600
...I would do a >> compression and leak down test to make sure all is in order, then >> look for vacuum leaks or bad injectors...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 18:12:29 -0500
...Fuel lines Fuel pump & filter Set throttle switch Cleaned throttle body Checked AFM resistance Checked for vacuum leaks Rebuilt injectors Replaced idle control module...
Re: Van dying once warmed up; FI motor
Historical mailing list - John Y. Hung
Wed, 8 Aug 2001 15:05:32 -0500
...On my Vanagon, there is a coolant temperature sensor, air temperature sensor, air flow sensor, O2 sensor, and several switches to check. On most...
Re: Arduino and Vanagons: connectors?
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Fri, 15 Nov 2013 12:21:50 -0800
...rare occasions when I wanted or needed that. >>> A switch to one of those vacuum valves, if you have any on your van >>> there...
Re: Electrical Fire in the Engine Bay
Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:43:04 -0500
...I immediately put it in neutral, turned off the AC, >> recycled the ignition switch, but nothing happened. None of the panel >> lights came on...
Re: Idle stabilization control question--fixed
Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
Sat, 10 Mar 2007 12:08:08 -0600
...I had even more driveability issues. >>> -adjusted and checked throttle position switch >>> -cleaned idle stabilzation control valve with carb cleaner and >>> verified that its...
Re: Fuel Injector (or wiring) Question: Deceleration, Fuel Shutoff Mode
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 27 Jul 2012 15:57:16 -0700
...I need to put more study into the relationship and wiring between the idle stabilization module, ECU, throttle switch etc. Something must be hinky...
Re: Digijet rough/wandering idle and bucking at slower speeds
Historical mailing list - TonyCollins
Thu, 26 Sep 2013 22:35:54 -0400
...I believe the "engine dying at stoplight" syndrome is corrected. > > Vacuum leaks as a result of bumps in the road I like (the idea...
Re: End of saga? -- Back home with '84 with rebuilt head
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:36:17 -0800
...12:09 AM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans < scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > throttle switch making contact at idle. > > my what I see .. > about 70 % of vanagons...
Re: Now Preventative Maintenance, Was Do U carry spare ECU?
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:16:40 -0500
...Most control and switching circuits were relays and many of the relays were open, not encased, like in cross bar switches. And regs at...
Re: '84 1.9: 3/4 power and running ugly
Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
Thu, 26 Aug 2004 00:01:33 -0400
...Last month, as i ascended Wyoming's Big Horn Mountains (up to > 10000ft) , the engine switched from a smooth running hum to a rougher...
Re: wiper motor problem
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 4 May 2013 15:01:46 -0700
...At least they had electric rather than vacuum operated wipers. On 5/4/2013 2:28 PM, Steve Cotsford wrote: > Well I was expecting...
Re: New Vanagon owner needs some help
Historical mailing list - Scott Grillo
Fri, 30 Aug 2002 12:44:34 -0400
...So, what am I saying? It may not be electrical, it could be pneumatic, as the system runs off of engine vacuum to make...
Re: Top Overhauls
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Wed, 18 Dec 2002 16:37:08 -0800
...My problems have been limited to bad radios, transponders and vacuum pumps. I was upset before, but compared to you it sounds like I...
Re: Idle/mixture Screw
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Mon, 6 Oct 2003 12:14:30 -0700
...Vacuum leaks Heavy deposits on valves or throttle body Poor throttle switch Sticky bypass valve Plugged breather Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Fouled...
Re: monitoring system
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Fri, 23 Jul 2004 22:05:31 -0500
...also switchable to metric measurements. but the people who used to make them got bought out by some company that didn't want to...
Re: 87 2.1 dies after 30 seconds
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Fri, 27 Feb 2015 16:39:58 -0600
...good >>>>> throttle switch is adjusted good >>>>> idle control valve and module are both good >>>>> ECU is good >>>>> the purple and white vacuum lines appear...
Re: Platinum Cat heater while mobile..
Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
Thu, 7 Dec 2000 12:55:30 -0800
...On my plat cat, there is actually a vacuum operated switch, which senses if the fan is moving enough air. If in doubt, call...
Re: 1.9 engine HELP!!!
Historical mailing list - Danny C.
Fri, 8 Jan 2010 19:21:25 -0800
...I changed the throttle body to one I know is good, I changed the air flow meter again, I changed the throttle position switch...
Re: Cold Engine/high idle
Historical mailing list - Katy
Wed, 7 Jun 2000 11:03:17 -0500
...Then I noticed this post below on the list. > There is a switch under the throttle housing on the engine that can cause > this...
Re: How to convert to 134?
Historical mailing list - John C...
Wed, 7 May 2008 21:06:21 +0000
I've switched over to Freeze 12 and have had pretty good luck with it. It seems to cool with the best of them...
Re: How to convert to 134?
Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
Tue, 6 May 2008 14:07:33 -0400
...Whenever you turn the A/C switch on you should get the radiator fan on as well at the same moment. If this fan...
Bob Donalds big valve engine--yet another update (WAY LONG)
Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
Mon, 27 Jun 2005 22:11:05 -0400
...Any ideas? Pins 6 and 11, Throttle Switch: 6.2 ohms--I didn't check it at idle or full throttle because my arms...
Re: Vanagon Carat - 1991
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:52:45 -0500
...All parts courtesy of Joel. > > Next came replacement of leaking brake master cylinder and switches. Then > came replacement of rear brake cylinders, brake shoes...
Re: Idle stabilization control question
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 10 Mar 2007 09:07:42 -0600
...I had even more driveability issues. >>> -adjusted and checked throttle position switch >>> -cleaned idle stabilzation control valve with carb cleaner and >>> verified that its...
Re: dometic won't light
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 2 Feb 2001 04:23:23 -0500
...Ok, that turns on the gas supply. > Turned switch to gas flame (as opposed to battery or 110 V electrical > operation). That turns off...
Re: Vanagon running rough
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Mon, 10 Jan 2005 08:11:33 -0800
...air (vacuum) lines that are disconnected. Trip sounds fantastic. -- Craig On Sun, 9 Jan 2005 21:18:33 +0000, Stew <stew@switch99.f2s.com...
Re: AFM and idle issue
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Sun, 24 Sep 2023 08:09:56 -0700
...Have not determined source of vacuum leak > (if that is the cause of the “searching idle” - variable rpms at idle). At > speed the engine...
Sorry! Mispost Was: Re: vanagon Digest - 29 Jun 2012 - Special issue (#2012-424)
Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
Sat, 30 Jun 2012 14:20:37 +0430
...micro switch ( > VW > Squareback has this too, but only in a 3 speed version ) on the shifter > disengages a conventional clutch using vacuum ( I...
Euro-Drive: FIX 88 Volkswagen Vanagon, Emissions/Poor-idle
Historical mailing list - "Eli Melnick (by way of Derek Drew )"
Sat, 23 Dec 2000 16:25:33 -0500
...The enrichment/idle switches are functioning. The coolant sensor has been replaced and another ECM was apparently tried without success. There are no vacuum...
Cold Start/haltech Update
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:36:06 -0500
...After cleaning all the grounds and sealing up all the potential vacuum leaks, putting in a 4 gauge wire between the starter and alternator...
Re: Lake Trip Report and fuel pressure question
Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
Tue, 20 Jul 2004 21:49:06 -0700
...Pressure was about 29psi with the system connected, over 60psi with the fuel return line clamped shut and around 36 psi with the vacuum...
Fuel mixture too rich?
Historical mailing list - Barb Ourada
Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:03:58 -0500
...And the idle/full throttle switch was replaced. The timing has been checked good, the wires are low mileage, and the spark plugs are...
Re: Locking rear differential
Historical mailing list - Todd Last
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:27:33 +0000
...and hooked it up just like a syncro. (Note that the vacuum diagram in Bently is not correct.) It works fine and there is...
Re: Inverter Questions
Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:31:34 -0700
...ve battery connection and I > was going to put in a switch to eliminate the no load draw when not in use. > I was...
Re: Shake down trip and engine bucking
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 3 Oct 2006 03:55:31 -0500
...Other vacuum line leaks also can cause rough or intermittant rough running as well.You might have AFM problems or throttle switch problems, but...
Re: Tips on replacing Temp 2 sensor The easy way!
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Mon, 26 Jan 2015 12:01:03 -0800
...Fuel lines Fuel pump & filter Set throttle switch Cleaned throttle body Checked AFM resistance Checked for vacuum leaks Rebuilt injectors Replaced idle control module...
Re: diesel-gas conversion problems solved! (mostly)
Historical mailing list - Open Wheel Racing
Fri, 31 Jan 2003 19:21:27 -0600
...diesel-gas conversion problems solved! (mostly) > > > > I tracked down a vacuum leak on my diesel-gas conversion today - bad > intake > > manifold gasket. I put...
Re: your opinion please - part 2
Historical mailing list - Eric Brown
Tue, 8 Jun 1999 10:56:17 -0700
...The other is supposed to be wired to the other side of the "brake switch". This is the side of the "brake switch" that...
Re: slight surge from 2000 to 3000 to 2000 and back
Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
Fri, 9 Mar 2001 15:43:55 -0500
...switchs turn off as soon as you move the accelerator cable and > when fully open. Air filter new. Ohhh, new seat swivel. All vacuum...