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• Re: how to remove driver's side "engine tin"/ Burn, Baby, Burn.
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 24 Jul 2005 03:03:03 EDT
  ...They asked me if they could try a little heat and I said sure because I knew these guys weren't idiots and they...
• Re: known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 06:58:04 -0700
  ...core leaks > 6 - Engine idle controls: throtle switch out of adjustment, idle stab > controller unit > fails, idle stab valve gets gummed up. > 7 - fuel...
• Re: Thoughts on running Mobil-1 Synthetic oil
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 2 Oct 2007 17:51:57 -0700
  ...I do not like the Mobil 1 because of the symptoms at low pressure idle regardless of the Zinc content. > > And yes I am...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 28 Apr 2016 15:41:55 -0700
  ...First, I had rough, cycling idle for a few weeks, then it wouldn't idle at all. Since it's an automatic (son's...
• Re: 4th heater core burst in 1 year!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 15:21:28 -0700
  ...Your explanation seems very > > likely; a big thanks for the idea to take it to A RADIATOR SHOP! > > Never thought anyone can test for...
• Re: Wallaced...and the next 20 years
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 26 Dec 2021 16:04:40 -0800
  ...https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/album_page.php?pic_id=2246655 On Sun, Dec 26, 2021 at 3:23 PM Richard Koerner <rjkinpb...
• Re: Early Friday Post--don't open until September 6
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 5 Sep 2013 18:24:12 -0500
  ...http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diesel_exhaust_fluid And for those who made the word association, one is a component of the other but...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 7 Apr 2003 - Special issue (#2003-388)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 8 Apr 2003 14:01:29 -0400
  There is a higher temp version--mine says good to 2000F and specifically lists that it is good for exhaust components including turbochargers. The...
• Re: winterizing
  Historical mailing list - JOHN WESTENBERG
  Tue, 7 Oct 2003 10:45:01 -0600
  ...Another problem seems to be the weight of the westy or camper component of the van. It seems I misrepresented myself on that count...
• Re: Modified carriage bolts?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 13 May 2011 22:53:32 -0400
  ...be an option with a third component, like some sort of washer with....a square hole (ID) to fit your bolt but a rectangular...
• Re: Subject: German quality?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:43:36 -0500
  ...I have received a single shipment of the identical part number in the identical box (not Conti specifically) that contained parts which were absolutely...
• Re: Bad Valve Issues/Question, Opinion sought.
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Thu, 26 Sep 2002 12:21:19 -0700
  ...This test indicates the cylinders are not getting proper spark, at least at idle. If you can climb hills and go 65 MPH, you...
• Re: Wrap exhaust pipes with fiberglass?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 22 Aug 2008 08:18:05 -0500
  ...out air when the car is at idle or in slow traffic after a hot run. Idling and after shutoff is when the temps...
• Re: Rear Wiper Motor Fizzle/Sizzle 91 Westy: Questions
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 10:43:04 -0500
  ...Might be a good idea for the front ones too, but I've never had problems with them. Dave 87 Wolfsburg 90 Westfalia At...
• Re: seafoam and other additives
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Wed, 28 Mar 2007 19:03:08 EDT
  ...I am assuming that the sludge was old from engine oil passages that were inaccessible or components that were not replaced or cleaned during...
• Re: Strange problem in Belize
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 13 Jan 2011 11:29:28 -0800
  ...it also happens to know when the engine is at idle ......from the thottle swithc. It also knows when the engine is a WOT...
• Re: Intermittent Power Loss - '91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Wes Neuenschwander
  Sun, 21 May 2017 10:45:15 -0700
  ...Next day, they started the vehicle and left it idling for an hour or so, without problems. Subsequent test drives also went without problems...
• Re: Installed new clutch, "used-in-good-condition, recently-rebuilt transmission, and, now, "no start."
  Historical mailing list - Patrick K.
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 22:28:56 -0500
  ...from gerry (gerry.vanagon.com) by gerry.vanagon.com (LSMTP for >Windows NT v1.1b) with SMTP id <0.FBAC60A9@gerry.vanagon.com>; Tue...
• Re: Speaking of dashes...is "Armor All" destructive to vinyl?
  Historical mailing list - Luke Sponholz
  Thu, 9 Feb 2006 16:08:28 -0500
  ...overwhelms the anecdotal evidence that it isn't. > > The idea that a plastic interior component can be turned into "crap" by > a single application...
• Re: Thoughts on running Mobil-1 Synthetic oil
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 14:48:48 -0700
  It's not uncommon to have a flickering oil light on idle, especially after a long, hot freeway run. Also, I'm not surprised...
• Re: nuts/bolts
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:33:40 -0500
  ...all of Detroit outsources components and subassemblies from beyond the states ... > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
• Re: 4th heater core burst in 1 year!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 15:16:19 -0700
  ...Your explanation seems very > > likely; a big thanks for the idea to take it to A RADIATOR SHOP! > > Never thought anyone can test for...
• Continued >>>oil in gas and plug fouling.....
  Historical mailing list - Alan Cady
  Wed, 21 Dec 2005 13:43:26 -0800
  ...Thanks Mike! Doug, From CT Wrote; If it sits there at idle, do you see black soot on the driveway below the exhaust pipe...
• Re: Any repair recommendations while dashboard is removed?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Thu, 29 Jun 2017 13:34:33 -0400
  ...Change out the heater components and hoses. If you're planning on installing a keyless remote and/or alarm, this is a good time...
• Re: Dream Syncro - Price: $125,000
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Wed, 26 Mar 2014 18:15:47 -0700
  ...Every nut, bolt, component, etc., is examined and returned to new condition. It generally takes 9 to 12 months (or longer) to complete for...
• Re: Dream Syncro - Price: $125,000
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 27 Mar 2014 08:52:53 -0500
  ...Proper maintenance and restoration of components needed is another matter. Of course, at some point, all our campers are going to be either show...
• Re: AC
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 7 May 2013 15:18:04 -0700
  ...If the components themselves seem sound, the initial step would be to take all the hose connections apart and "blow the snot out" (as...
• Re: Print your parts
  Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
  Sat, 21 Aug 2010 04:28:11 +0000
  ...These are starting to show up in components for plastic injection molds. Star Trek ideas in the house is not too far off for...
• Help with A/C High/Low pressure sensor requested
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Wed, 16 Jul 2003 13:11:30 -0700
  ...help in identifying a part. I have a 1989 Syncro Westfalia with the factory rear mounted A/C unit. All the components are in...
• AC causes engine reduction in performance and stalling
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Thu, 17 May 2012 17:05:43 -0400
  ...idle stabilizer, but that was for a 1.9l. Does that exist on the 2.1? Given the symptoms above, could that component be...
• Re: Fuel Line leaks?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 19 Dec 2003 08:00:55 -0500
  ...1990 > NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 92V058000 Recall Date : APR 08, >1992 > Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, >LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > Potential Number Of...
• Re: Living the Compleat Vanagon Experience.
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 15 Aug 2008 06:55:34 EDT
  ...That was my only satisfaction -- until I get my pay check today ! YOU guys on the West Coast have no idea what we have...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Fri, 29 Apr 2016 15:55:29 -0400
  ...When the return line is clamped off engine runs perfect and idles perfect. I have a new fuel regulator installed, all new fuel lines...
• Re: Conversion? JETTA ENGINE??
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 09:00:11 -0800
  ...Each of these engine solutions have had a > number of component difficulties. Add to this mix the experienced DIY and > inexperienced DIY owners and...
• Re: Which Type of Grease Lasts 20 Years?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:01:59 -0500
  ...the > dashboard back on and closing everything up, and have no idea what > kind of grease to put in there. > > -- CV joint grease tends...
• Greetings
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cazares
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:28:51 -0700
  ...Either way, it's a budget limiting idea at this time (must win the +$mil lottery). Snuff = being comfortable going x-country. Needs some...
• Re: Need some assistance to see if my mechanic is overcharging me...
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Fri, 17 Jul 2009 07:37:53 -0400
  ...He had to put > > all the components back on. > > > > So what are your thoughts? > > > > He is telling me this is going to cost me...
• Re: BA6 heater install and ... (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 14 Oct 1996 14:42:04 -0700 (PDT)
  ...idea to have someone probe the heated air in the van for CO as a final check of your work. That covers the components...
• Engine Still Overheating - Need Advice / Chapter Three
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Sat, 26 Feb 2005 08:21:11 -0700
  ...minor components replaced ... The major offender was a "impaired" Radiator. Replaced it with a new Behr unit. The shop did several idle and around...
• Re: Intermittent Power Loss - '91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 21 May 2017 07:20:57 -0400
  ...Next day, they started the vehicle and left it > > idling > > for an hour or so, without problems. Subsequent test drives also went > > without problems...
• Re: Fox engine in Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 4 Dec 2004 09:22:07 -0700
  ...I think > they're > both 1.8 liter (?) If they're different any ideas why I wouldn't want the > Fox > engine? > > Sure I...
• Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE >>> LAST CALL
  Historical mailing list - Owen Brand
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 21:42:40 -0500
  ...After driving it home from Idaho to Texas, I am hooked for life. The AC compressor was dead when I bought it. I have...
• Re: Costco vs. diehard batteries
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Tue, 5 Aug 2003 15:00:14 -0700
  ...Same company that makes components for your home air conditioner. Z --- Laurence Smith <laurence@ALANASMITH.COM> wrote: > I worked for 3 years as an...
• Moral qestion--Case in point
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Thu, 18 Jan 2007 13:23:47 -0500
  ...The stumbling idle on my '84 1.9 is driving me nuts. No matter what I've tried, with and without the help of...
• Calif Smog Issues
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 25 Oct 2004 17:07:23 -0700
  ...The engine is, I think, mechanically sound and the ignition components are all in order with fairly new plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor...
• Re: Fuel Filters vs Fuel Strainers
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Wed, 6 Oct 2010 19:01:48 -0400
  ...the second to protect the FI components, > ie, > the injectors. > > I note that one is a fuel STRAINER, while the other is a fuel...
• Re: Click found, but my mechanic needs your help
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sun, 6 Feb 2000 10:58:26 -0500
  ...I will pass this idea onto my mechanic. I took a look at the Helicoil website (www.helicoil.com) last night; and I am...
• Re: automatic aux battery charger + inverter setup
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 25 Aug 2015 22:05:32 -0400
  ...http://invertersupply.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1464&cPath=0_245#sthash.9wFFOfC6.dpuf Some more information Product Features Designed...
• Re: It is possible to make a 2WD into a Syncro?
  Historical mailing list - 1980 VW Westfalia \"Pokey\"
  Fri, 29 Sep 2000 09:19:31 -0400
  Even with free labour swapping components to a 2wd is not an option. Here is what Vanagon.com had to say about swapping synchro...
• Re: solar setups?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 19 Jan 2014 10:45:10 -0700
  ...http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_details.php?id=23897&category_id=&category_parent_id= Some things to remember: MPPT is the most efficient...
• Re: Speedometer question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Jun 2016 21:21:41 -0400
  ...odometer to be a different size, the rest could be common components. Of course, it is most probable that the drive gear which has...
• Re: September Roadtrip to Vancouver Island
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:03:33 -0400
  ...These components were included in the sale of my recently purchased 1988 wolfsburg but unfortunately they were not in the van at the time...
• Re: splicing wires (was: van still dying)
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 15:57:37 -0700
  ...The Bentley gives pin by pin specs > for most of the critical components of the FI system. > > Jay > > > > > Blake Thornton <thornton@MATH.UTAH.EDU...
• CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:30:11 +0000
  ...Metallurgy--it surely must take much less time to grind and machine CV Joint components using a softer less durable alloy.  Things just go...
• Re: Rubber...Our best friend...Our worst enemy
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 18 Dec 2009 07:43:51 -0800
  ...Volks, I am the original poster on yesterday's thread..."Audible" Idiot Lights. Still plenty of room for discussions and solutions there. But, I...
• Re: Vanagon minds lend me your ears?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 May 2009 12:02:36 -0400
  ...Do not use any type of grease on this component. You got lucky. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
• Re: SMOG TEST failure
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 18:28:11 -0800
  ...Replacing components one by one might get expensive so i > was hoping on narrowing it down on what it **could be. > > Idle is fine...
• Re: Black Smoke and Poor Performance Intermitent
  Historical mailing list - Adam Thacker
  Thu, 14 Jul 2005 08:54:36 -0400
  ...After I replaced that, my idle was steady and smooth, and my milage is now on the high side of 17 MPG. I did...
• Re: Opinions wanted: Overhaul or Eletric?!
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 19 Jul 2023 22:14:53 -0600
  ...I estimate (roughly converted >>>> from Euro) >>>> gearbox $3000 >>>> engine (incl Turbo and stuff): $3000-5000 >>>> >>>> Idea: >>>> Throw the whole damn Diesel out, and get...
• Re: new EuroVan syncros
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
  Sun, 5 Oct 1997 09:23:14 UT
  ...In case you want to support a 4x4 VW Transporter project write your ideas to: >gelaendewa@aol.com< adressing Mr. Thomas Roennberg Try these...