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• Re: Engine thoughts--now Go Westy engine management system
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 4 Jan 2018 13:09:15 -0500
  ...meter, idle controller are replaced? Oxagen sensor? I’m very interested but don’t have a complete understanding of all the components. Still it...
• Re: Diesel Westy Water pump replacement.
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Philbrick
  Sun, 1 Jul 2012 20:51:09 -0500
  ...covers. (The 1.9TD has a lower one also) > Realized the idler pulley is in the way of some of the water pump bolts...
• Fun with the FI (another happy roadtrip story)
  Historical mailing list - Randy
  Tue, 12 Jul 94 21:41:31 -0400
  ...I pull out the Idiot book and my Haynes manual, my VOM, flashlight, drop cloth, and start poring over the engine. I tried to...
• Re: slightly oily plugs
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 26 Mar 2004 19:06:53 -0500
  ...That seems to be the only >component in my system that is not functioning >properly. If they're willing to do it, I will...
• Re: Need Help diagnosing a Non-starting '86 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Fri, 25 Sep 2015 09:20:41 -0400
  ...Any idieas and suggestions as to additional components, >> grounds, or >> voltages that I should check would be appreciated. Thanks in advance! >> >
• Re: Brake Pedal Pulse Questions
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Wed, 22 Aug 2012 13:02:02 -0700
  ...I have mild claustrophobia and the idea of that van coming down on me just makes my hair stand on end. Sometimes I even...
• Re: After market AC - was Buying a Van - Bought a Van -
  Historical mailing list - Werner Schink
  Sat, 23 Apr 2011 17:46:09 -0700
  ...I like the idea of the swamp cooler - won't make the car an icebox, but it may make it OK - needs some more...
• Re: Engine Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Wed, 8 Apr 2009 01:49:40 -0400
  ...bad idea? >> Anyone used them before? Have any feedback? >> >> Secondly is there anything regarding the rebuild that is a must to >> replace component wise...
• Re: Thoughts on running Mobil-1 Synthetic oil
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 22:59:38 -0400
  ...While it may be common for some to see the oil light flicker at idle, it is not good. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...
• Re: Power output of actual vans? (long)
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 28 Jul 2007 14:37:59 -0700
  ...The second idea worked well and is a real solution. The open underside of the vanagon is a real drag component. We got a...
• Re: Vanagon engine fire or mishap in Roanoke, Va
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 6 Dec 2010 15:17:03 -0800
  ...another method is to spray a fine mist of water on the running warmed up engine at idle...on the plug wires .. if that...
• Re: DM: Re: VW coolant
  Historical mailing list - karl
  Wed, 17 Nov 1999 01:25:44 -0500
  ...Drive each 100K miles, under identical conditions. At this point you will discover that the waterboxer head gasket problem is caused not by the...
• Re: '90 Westy 2nd gear
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 11 Oct 2000 19:56:33 -0700
  ...I > > > > notice this trouble only on cold driving, before all the > fluids and > > > > components have a chance to warm up. I have let the...
• Re: 007 smoke screen / battery light - TROUBLE!
  Historical mailing list - Jorge Osorio
  Sun, 22 Jun 2003 19:56:43 -0400
  ...Any ideas on what would cause this? I'm thinking that since the belt didn't actually break, one of the components siezed. Not...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:47:57 -0800
  ...I'm rolling around the idea of switching my engine out. I > have a 90 GL that I am extremely attached to. Its got...
• Re: bad mechanic / head gasket failure
  Historical mailing list - Paul Schiemer
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 17:58:56 -0400
  ...Talk with the guy, explain you think it was an error to let it idle for that long. Although you aren't a mechanic...
• Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - James
  Tue, 3 Feb 2015 22:21:05 -0500
  A low or stumbling idle when cold that clears up when the engine is warm (and is not the O2 sensor) is nearly always...
• Re: Oil temp. ? and OP ?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 5 Oct 2010 10:12:37 -0700
  ...space vacated by the WBX airbox and idle control unit." Of > course, with my waterboxer, those components are essential. DMc > > ---- Jonathan Berg <jonbergga@GMAIL...
• Re: Having an annoying problem with my 85 strategy. First occurred about 3 months ago while traveling on the B
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Mon, 16 Nov 1998 17:18:01 -0500
  ...It happens while idling at a stop light, at freeway speeds, or driving in town. The engine runs very well before and after this...
• Re: Slider Extension-Really large tires and related expenses!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 6 Mar 2013 15:38:23 -0800
  ...It increases the leverage exerted by the tire against components, it reduces the rpm of the engine at a given speed by reducing the...
• Re: new EuroVan syncros
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Niksch
  Sun, 5 Oct 1997 12:13:02 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...
• Re: Cold weather camping, heating, etc.
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Wed, 31 Oct 2001 21:14:33 -0800
  ...Of Chemistry So have a cup of coffee and catch your breath" >>> University of Idaho >>> www.uidaho.edu/~poll7356 >>> >> >
• Re: vibrating TIICO engine
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 8 Nov 2003 10:32:45 -0700
  ...than putting it on any other part on the engine or components attached to the bracket. I believe putting on the brackets I have...
• Re: Bentley wiring diagram. Questions on how to read.
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 24 Feb 2008 09:24:56 -0500
  ...to the actual shape of the vehicle, with all of the components drawn in thier usual locations, is definitely easier to follow for the...
• Engine replaced but still the same symptoms???--Someone stick me in the eye with a dirty spark plug
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 17:20:13 -0400
  ...It has a constant surge in the idle. I replaced the entire motor with ALL the components from the donor (ECU included-although I...
• Re: pre-oilers (pre-lubers)
  Historical mailing list - Eckie Prater
  Mon, 28 Jun 1999 16:22:36 -0500
  ...This is a >cheap idea (only cost is your time and about $5 worth of parts), it is a >simple idea that you could...
• a/c refurbished (long)
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Mon, 20 Apr 1998 10:49:11 -0400
  ...The compressor was identical to the factory unit except for the electrial connector which was different. This was easily remedied by simply cutting off...
• Re: Subject: 1985 Vanagon - Ford Focus Engine alternative
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:29:53 -0500
  ...to hook up for my '85 Almost all of the major components in the conversion kit are made of stainless steel. Less than $5...
• RE: running board for Vanagon Westi
  Historical mailing list - Suniga, Durby
  Wed, 9 Apr 1997 09:27:18 -0700
  ...running board step *Component: Body *Type: Vanagon *Year: 1991 *Person: Cris <bsutton@gladstone.uoregon.edu> *Description: Running Board (step) that fits under Vanagon's...
• Re: Air Cooled or Water Cooled
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Sat, 20 Apr 2002 15:24:30 -0400
  There are various features that are identical, and some that are quite different between the Air to water cooled Vanagons, particularly for a novice...
• Re: Can I swap a 2.1 into a 1983 with a 1.9?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 16 Sep 2015 08:08:49 -0600
  ...I added some water and drove it 5 miles home -- no leak at all until I let it idle at home a while and...
• Re: Missing Problem on Ljet Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ken Korn
  Tue, 8 Sep 1998 21:17:18 -0500
  ...I also checked FI components, changing out the fuel pressure regulator, air flow sensor (I have a spare), fuel pump output, and decided that...
• Re: Microbus Concept in Production says this website...
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 23:18:32 -0500
  ...http://media.vw.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=9361 19 May 2004 VOLKSWAGEN GEARS MICROBUS TO INTERNATIONAL MARKETS Production starts in Hanover in...
• Re: HELP QUICK! NOT STARTING
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Wed, 26 Jan 2000 16:52:32 -0800
  ...I'm not sure how the cold weather could be contributing to this, but those are some ideas. When I've had problems like...
• Car Stereo Upgrade Questions - For 89 Carat with Power Windows
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Tue, 23 Sep 2003 00:12:10 -0400
  ...Fosgate HE2 RFP4208 8" Dual 4-ohm Voice Coil Component Subwoofer $130 Have no idea on the power amps, any suggestions? Where is the...
• Re: Rubber...Our best friend...Our worst enemy
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:04:41 -0700
  ...Nothing like a roadside breakdown in the middle of nowhere > to make you wish you had replaced "that" rubber component. So easy in the...
• Re: misc
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Tue, 30 Aug 94 13:28:58 CDT
  ...that keeps the hot air flowing at idle (like at red lights and stop signs) which is when the human needs it the most...
• Re: SHEAR bolts/steering column
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 22 Oct 2003 15:02:11 -0700
  ...Perhaps to help prevent components from being removed? Hmmmm.... Additionally, if VW created these bolts only for the shear-off factor, why wouldn't...
• Re: Trans. Oil filler plug?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:19:12 -0700
  ...And yes, I did lube all the moving parts of the shift linkage and...AND...I lubed all the steering and suspension components at...
• A3 engine in Westie / PS pump disable?
  Historical mailing list - Otmar Ebenhoech
  Sat, 9 May 1998 21:29:29 -0700
  ...Is there a way to leave the pump on as a idler and let it spin? I thought maybe I could pull the pump...
• Re: drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 3 Oct 2014 18:07:37 -0700
  ...We went via Kansas, Nebraska, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Washington, mostly on interstate highways, and made the trip in three driving days, just stopping for...
• Re: Auxiliary Heater Control problem. Name that diode!
  Historical mailing list - Leslie Schwartz
  Sat, 6 Oct 2007 14:31:23 -0500
  ...com or any store convenient to you that sells small electronic components, once you have the entire code. Leslie Lhs_emf@pacbell.net if...
• Re: Idle control system
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 1 Aug 2012 11:22:00 -0700
  ...components. e.g. when you turn the steering hard right or left, the input from the PS switch should audibly cause the idle stabilization...
• Re: Frusterated Vanagon owner
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 15 Apr 2002 22:48:07 -0700
  ...Any ideas?Get more from the Web. FREE MSN Explorer download : http://explorer.msn.com
• Re: The Ideal Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Fri, 17 Oct 2003 10:34:38 -0700
  ...Your idea of the perfectengine upgrade (subaruvanagon) Actually, Mark, I wasn't very clear that it was just my view of requirements. But, let...
• inspection worries redux
  Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
  Sun, 25 Aug 2002 14:48:59 -0400
  ...The idiots in MA would not let me register my 80 Dodge Aspen because I had souped up the engine and it did not...
• Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 2 Feb 2015 12:29:45 -0800
  ...For the idle hunt this is sometimes common. What is the > idle speed with the idle valve unplugged? This should be about 800 on...
• Re: Hot Air
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 5 Aug 2000 07:51:05 -0700
  We have no idea what could be released in trace amounts, but the main byproduct of the charging process is hydrogen gas, which burns...
• Re: Trailers, Portable Generators and the like
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Wed, 15 Mar 2006 18:05:37 -0500
  ...I designed the doors and latches on the westrailer to make it as easy to load as possible, and each component has its designated...
• RE: Tiger581 CDI for VW
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Fri, 1 Mar 1996 08:19:11 -0700
  ...My conclusion from this was that electronic IDI was a better system. TIME FLIES: I continued to use IDI until my cars came with...
• Re: gas, spark, still no love
  Historical mailing list - Andrew
  Thu, 5 Dec 2002 04:20:17 -0800
  ...Also, it would be a good idea to check the timming belt, make sure that all the marks line up. A timing light would...
• Re: Fuel Master
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Mon, 5 May 2003 18:11:08 -0700
  ...I'm not an idiot. > >A friend of mine's mechanic has had this thing on his car for 6 months and >has no...
• Re: Choked starting?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:23:11 -0700
  ...make sure throttle switch is making contact at idle. I would guestimate that about 60 % of 2.1 throttle body switches do not these...
• Re: Comment on 2.1 WBx vs. 2.2 Sub (religion and political correctness)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 29 Mar 2002 22:58:38 EST
  ...Of course the available numbers show that the technology of the 3.3 is identical to the Phase I 2.5. Phase II clearly...
• Re: [vanagon] 90 Vanagon Starting issue
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Fri, 23 Feb 2007 02:46:20 -0500
  ...He explains how to use the multimeter to go through the system and identify the weak link. He has helped many people, including me...
• Re: PS pump switch, engine compartment wiring harness, ECU, starter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 10 Feb 2016 20:41:13 -0500
  There are many wires and even components on the vanagon that are not protected from over current or shorted circuits. From the factory the...
• Re: Ebay CV "kit"....is it any good?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 4 Apr 2006 16:58:00 -0700
  ...Space Station. "Russian electronics, > American electronics, Taiwanese components." Open your computer and > see where all the components are being made. Time and > experience.... Time...
• Re: Are they still making the bus/Vanagon anywhere these days?
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sun, 8 Apr 2007 20:25:44 -0400
  ...Vanagons, strip them down, rebuild them with as new as possible components, etc., give them a good paint job, and put them up for...
• Re: check for bad alternator
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Wed, 26 May 2004 22:18:19 -0700
  ...At idle, place one lead on the batt + and the other on the alt output. If you read more than 1/2 volt you...
• Re: Richard Koerner van
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sat, 15 Apr 2023 23:43:24 +0000
  Thanks for posting pics, Dan, just to give others a little awareness of my situation.  I'm going to hold off buying new components...