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• Re: knock Sensor, to run max timing, and optimize fuel grades used.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sat, 4 Nov 2000 09:54:41 +0000
  ...A full blown > Digifant II ignition system would control the timing and allow for > environmental variables. This would be basically getting a Digifant II...
• Re: 87 2.1 dies after 30 seconds
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 27 Feb 2015 16:28:30 -0600
  ...sensors( new o2 sensor going in this >>> weekend) >>> entire ignition system is good (timing, coil, distributor, relays, etc.). >>> fuel pressure is good. All injectors...
• Report: Dash Removal (with pics, sorta long)
  Historical mailing list - Zach White
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 05:02:32 +0000
  ...Then Thursday it's into the shop to have the timing adjusted and brakes bled so I'm ready for camping this weekend. By...
• Re: towing my van - my tow bar website
  Historical mailing list - David Bohannan
  Fri, 13 Oct 2006 08:37:15 -0400
  ...Turn the ignition, then off but do > not remove or lift out the key. This will leave the wheel unlocked and you > won't...
• Re: Got skunked yesterday by 2.1L NoStart
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:30:14 -0600
  ...Any fuel in there that is the failure. > > Disable the ignition coil, fuel pump, remove the spark plugs and crank to get the excess...
• Re: Ignition/starter switch failures
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 14 May 2015 08:51:01 -0400
  Regardless of the source and quality of the ignition switch, IMHO, the starter and headlight currents should not go thru it. It is important...
• Re: PETRONIX MELTDOWN
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Sun, 5 Nov 2000 12:36:00 -0800
  ...My > Petronix pointless ignition is TOAST. > > This is not good. Has anyone ever had a set of Petronix burn up. > Mine > are fried plastic...
• A glorious day, a lesson in happyness.
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Fri, 17 Aug 2007 22:50:09 -0400
  ...improper ground to the ignition module (completely broken somewhere within the wire but no visible breaks), and new plugs/ timing set. Might i say...
• Re: 1988 Vanagon won't start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 1 Mar 2010 20:55:02 -0800
  ...you could check to make sure the distributor wasn't tightened properly and has turned, making timing much too retarded to run. you could...
• Re: Heads back on, runs OK and dies
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:58:32 -0500
  ...I looked yesterday when I rechecked the valve timing, no problems. > > > If not, you broke or didn't plug something right in the head...
• Wet starting problem update
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Mon, 14 Feb 2011 21:37:47 -0500
  ...I ordered replacement parts for much of my ignition system and then experimented by installing the new parts in phases. It looks like the...
• Re: Travel Weirdness (warning; tires. ;)
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 8 Sep 2014 13:39:56 -0700
  ...Ironically, engine still ran "ok" but has always had a mysterious intermittent lack of power )felt like timing retarded) with a more recent slight...
• Re: 85 octane in Colorado
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 12 Jul 2002 07:29:15 -0500
  ...Partially clogged Catalytic Converters, Ignition degraded from long term use, Spark coils partially failing at high Rpms, Poorly adjusted AFMs, Improper Timing, Clogged Injectors...
• Re: Failed emissions for third time-Some helpful hints.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 22 Jul 2013 21:10:07 -0400
  ...The only tools the Vanagon engine has to control NOX is the low compression and the moderate ignition timing curve. Proper timing is extremely...
• rich bad mileage syndrome miss stall
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Thu, 29 May 2003 01:29:54 -0700
  ...All checked out good. >>>>> Checked the ignition timing. Swapped out the ECU, removed the >>>>> catalytic >>>>> converter. >>>>> All didn't make a difference. I just...
• Re: Bucking questions
  Historical mailing list - R Blake
  Mon, 3 Jun 2002 21:39:11 -0700
  ...Another cause of this problem, especially when you mention cold and wet, is ignition stuff like dizzy cap cracks (lets in moisture). Spark plug...
• Re: 85 Westfalia Weekender fails Evap test.
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Tue, 16 Jun 2015 04:32:48 -0700
  ...I've done all of the vacuum hoses that I could > find. > > Complete ignition tune up and timing. I've also got an air...
• Re: 85 Westfalia Weekender fails Evap test.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 16 Jun 2015 17:26:46 -0400
  ...Complete ignition tune up and timing. I've also got an air-flow meter ordered as the one on the bus has been "compromised...
• Re: Calif Smog Issues
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 06:58:15 -0700
  ...mixture and then taking the test, maybe several times? > Check the ignition timing, make sure it is > not over advanced and that the advance...
• Re: no spark (after timing/dwell checked?)
  Historical mailing list - chris
  Sat, 15 Jul 2006 17:31:02 -0700
  ...warm (would it get warm when just sitting there with the ignition in the ON position? I can check, about how long would it...
• Re: Failed emissions for third time-Some helpful hints.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Sun, 21 Jul 2013 19:20:56 -0700
  ...The only tools the Vanagon engine has to > control NOX is the low compression and the moderate ignition timing curve. > Proper timing is extremely...
• Re: 1985 Vanagon GL
  Historical mailing list - Marion Lathem
  Sat, 19 Aug 2006 17:53:39 -0500
  ...I have the time correct now, timing light shows it is. Still just popping, new plugs, distrub cap. new wires. I have worked all...
• Re: Rough running till warmed up
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Tue, 21 Aug 2007 15:02:38 -0700
  ...The idle, the timing, the idle cut-off switch, if it could be moved, I did it. Nothing worked. Finally, I removed the throttle...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 18 Mar 2012 15:22:16 -0500
  ...Carburetor instead of fuel injection, > > ignition timing, Valve timing, O2 sensor, compression ratios, even gear > > ratios. All these items can have an effect on...
• Re: Idle hunting problem, 85 1.9l
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
  Sat, 30 Jan 1999 00:34:29 -0500
  ...Any thoughts? >The following are new: >fuel pressure regulator,fuelfilter,plugs,cap&rotor,ignition control >module,coolant temp sensor II,O2 sensor,new fuel...
• Ok...still running rich problem....
  Historical mailing list - jesse johnson
  Mon, 8 Dec 2003 22:18:10 -0500
  ...Checked the timing and adjusted idle. 5.Cleaned grounds under ignition coil. Plus...replaced ground strap from cylinder head to body, that was torn...
• Re: making a little headway but need advice
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 7 Dec 2013 11:42:04 -0700
  ...I believe I have assembled it with all the Injection system > and ignition system complete. My progress was cut short by a > vehicle accident...
• Re: easy test of Hall unit and ignition spark system
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:23:01 -0600
  ...the dizzy is down all the way and in it's timing slot > > 13. put back cap and center wire > > 14. wait 5 minutes...
• Re: Looking for spark plug wire recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 1 Nov 2012 20:50:16 -0700
  Actually, Bremi was the *primary* OEM source for Ignition Wires for the 2.1s I've run across over the years. However on my...
• Re: 88GL - Intermittent Failure to Start Continues
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sun, 8 Jun 2014 19:56:53 -1000
  ...then TEST ....say test fuel pressure ..or run with a timing light showing where you can see it ... so you can catch if ignition...
• Re: Valve clearance not at tdc?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 15 Apr 2005 20:28:43 -0400
  ...The ignition rotor should be pointing to where the #1 spark plug wire is attached to the cap. 2) Adjust the valves, loosen the...
• Vanagon Syndrome cont...
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Tue, 11 Oct 2005 19:06:04 -0700
  ...ago) regapped and cleaned ignition wires (new 15k mi. ago) appear OK grounds to engine, tranny, ECU, etc .appear OK Vac hoses show no...
• Re: No cold start ability at all?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 8 Dec 2005 10:17:24 -0500
  ...I would check tune-up, including compression and ignition timing. Then check the sensors, wiring, and ground connections. After that, check the injectors. Bad...
• Me and our '88 are glad to be back
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Wed, 7 Jun 2000 07:25:20 -0400
  ...a 911 engine!), Jacobs ignition amplifier, Bosch Platinum +4 plugs, Spring on AFM advanced 4 notches (richer), ignition timing advanced 4-5 deg. Everything...
• Re: That recent post bashing Tiico..one on Yahoo subaru too.
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Fri, 2 Nov 2007 20:07:07 -0700
  ...wiring harness, ECU, >manifolds, flywheel, motor mounts, water hoses, expansion tank, ignition >system, oxygen sensor, hardware, etc. You will retain your alternator, AC >compressor...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 22 Nov 1999 18:54:51 -0800
  ...oil filter, oil plug. Timing belt and V-belt. Water pump and spare 45A alternator. Points and condensor ignition system with four fresh spark...
• Trip Report. WA, ID, and MT. (Long but not pointless!)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 30 Aug 2007 11:30:10 -0700
  ...To statically double check timing, I had ignition and of course fuel pump, on. I saw a leak at fuel line(s). In replacing...
• Re: GEX Vanagon Engines
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 20 Mar 2015 22:54:52 -0400
  ...have over heated, run without oil pressure, or incorrect fuel mixture-ignition timing so that the heads and pistons were melted. This means that...
• My first experiance with a vw *&^%@ gas gauge!!!
  Historical mailing list - Brad Hopp
  Thu, 6 Oct 1994 11:26:15 -0700 (PDT)
  ...The ignition switch was binding. When I would turn the key, it wouldn't return to the "off" position. Well great, now I thought...
• Re: <no subject>
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Poole
  Sat, 18 Nov 2006 16:44:33 -0800
  ...The only other > thing I might suggest somewhere down the road is to pick up one of the > electronic ignitions such as Petronix or...
• Re: Strange" no start" symptoms(long)
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Wed, 28 Mar 2001 12:27:09 -0600
  Timing checked out OK? Marshall Ruskin 84 Westy ----- Original Message ----- From: "Max/Joyce Wellhouse" <maxjoyce@IPA.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Wednesday...
• Re: Need Help with Engine Speed Wildly Surging at Idle
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Thu, 23 Nov 2006 11:43:22 -0800
  ...The idle stabilizer valve on top of > the engine hums and vibrates when the ignition is on, as it should. > It and the idle...
• '89 Vanagon Not Starting
  Historical mailing list - Sunshine
  Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:05:25 -0600
  ...The ignition turns over but no firing. There is voltage and compression, just no start. I had her towed to a friend of the...
• Need ideas for serious No-start condition, please
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Sat, 16 Mar 2002 17:02:31 -0600
  ...turning off ignition and waiting a few moments does not eliminate the symptoms; 5. Warming up the engine does not remedy the symptoms. What...
• Re: A bit rough idle, running. Unbalanced injectors?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sun, 8 Jul 2007 14:22:19 -0600
  ...Do you think I need to check wires and plugs more? I've got to check what timing light I have. Last used it...
• Re: drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 4 Oct 2014 10:00:56 -0400
  ...How is the ignition timing set? Driving conditions of this sort is where alternative timing methods or seat of the pants timing by feel...
• Re: 81 Aircooled - Replacing Condenser
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:57:06 -0400
  ...Remove the distributor, change the points and condenser, replace the distributor, set the dwell and then set the timing. The more I do it...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 13:51:09 -0700
  ...up mixture, when to go into O2 sensor operation and some ignition timing trim. It is also used by the idle stabilizer to modify...
• Nachricht defekt, zurueck
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 05 Dec 1996 15:28:38 +0100
  ...There were lots of warnings about NOT using the terminal 15 coil lead for supplying power for timing lights, etc with the Hall distribution...
• Re: 1.9 engine HELP!!!
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 8 Jan 2010 21:14:21 -0800
  Is your ignition timing set as per the Bentley? On Fri, Jan 8, 2010 at 7:21 PM, Danny C. <bruiserbabie@yahoo.com> wrote...
• Idle Air valve
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:06:14 -0500
  ...Flex plate bolts were loose and now corrected Timing was at 41 now at 35 Crank sensor adjusted Engine ignition connected to computer and...
• Re: '82 diesel resurrection death?
  Historical mailing list - Maynard Southard
  Mon, 30 Jul 2001 21:04:29 -0400
  ...from the timing belt dragging across the immovable intermediate shaft pulley. Before you drop the oil pan, make sure the ignition is off, the...
• =?US-ASCII?Q?RE:_Bluestar_project.no_start_yet?=
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 11 May 2013 18:59:10 -0400
  ...to remove the injectors and test them and to more accurately check the ignition timing. Any other well known tricks to try? Thanks Steve
• Re: waterboxer pinging
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:21:36 -0400
  ...It when things are not right and tweaks are made such as advancing the ignition timing is when things can go wrong under the...
• Fwd: Vgon syndrome on 1.9 WBX
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Thu, 15 May 2003 01:34:05 -0700
  ...All checked out good. >>> Checked the ignition timing. Swapped out the ECU, removed the >>> catalytic >>> converter. >>> All didn't make a difference. I just...
• Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Fri, 15 Jul 2016 22:54:20 +0000
  ...2016, at 9:38 AM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> > >> wrote: > >>>> > >>>> Ignition timing also effects emissions, especially the formation of > >>>> NOx. I know many...
• Re: Bluestar =?windows-1252?Q?project=85no_start_yet?=
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 11 May 2013 14:32:12 -0700
  ...to remove the injectors and test them and to more accurately check the ignition timing. > > Any other well known tricks to try? > > Thanks Steve
• Re: The Dreaded Emissions test
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:02:32 -0400
  ...The usual causes of high HC are "lean Misfire", bad valves, pistons, ignition miss, or ignition timing way off. If your van does not...
• Re: ECU Digital
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 15 May 2022 20:43:58 -0400
  ...If setting timing at idle confirmation is needed that the vacuum retard is in fact fully retarded. Warm, engine, disconnect O2 sensor and use...
• Re: Stalling at stop lights
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 23:52:53 -0400
  ...Idle stabilization is >done by advancing the ignition timing. > >Dennis > >-----Original Message----- >From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf >Of...