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• Re: Nice WBX....
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:37:16 -0700
  ...Mark Todd Last wrote: > He is also offering a vacuum controlled throttle switch to replace the factor mechanical/electric one. > > Todd > >
• Re: An intro and Throttle Body leak question
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:33:23 -0700
  ...An intro and Throttle Body leak question You don't say where you are. Listmembers are known to drop by and take a look...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons: connectors?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 15 Nov 2013 12:21:50 -0800
  ...I should try that sometime. >>> >> >> Semi-Friday editorial content early >> >> How about an old fashioned choke cable connected to the throttle >> body....Gasp!...mechanically...
• Vanagon jerking in stop and go traffic
  Historical mailing list - Bruno Walser
  Sun, 21 Mar 1999 20:15:48 -0500
  ...Also checked the throttle position switch and sure enough the switch does not make contact when the throttle is in idle. Tried to adjust...
• Re: Using American engines for Vanagon swap - why the heck not? - Long
  Historical mailing list - Walter Evens
  Sat, 23 Mar 2002 17:39:46 -0800
  ...TPSs and AFMs are both potentiometers, TPS is mechanical (on the throttle body attached to the trottle valve), AFM is numatic, a flap that...
• Re: Air in the system
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 9 Oct 2002 12:51:53 -0500
  ...When the engine is warm/hot, I have never had to rev the >engine. > > Besides, I can't reach the throttle from the bleed...
• Idle question
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sat, 26 Sep 2020 09:22:04 -0700
  ...The idle stabilizer vibrates with key on and prior to start up and the throttle body "clicks" in the low throttle and higher throttle...
• Vacuum Line Routing
  Historical mailing list - Dave Seasholtz
  Sat, 19 Feb 2000 13:30:35 -0500
  ...The two vacume inlets on intake air distributer and on the throttle valve housing and the connections on the fuel pressure regulator,deceleration valve...
• Problem with 2.1L FI
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Sat, 9 Feb 2002 15:51:29 -0500
  Volks, My van turns over, but won't stay running unless i keep my foot on the throttle........ What i have done, thus far...
• Re: Won't stay running below 2,500 RPM
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 3 Mar 2018 20:30:05 +0000
  ...If I keep tapping the throttle, it's jump to about 2,500, then die. I can keep it running if I keep tapping...
• Re: Need ECU for 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 07:10:27 -0700
  ...On > the 1.9L it is imperative for the timing to advance as soon as the throttle > begins to open. If the throttle stop...
• RE:'83.5 wasserboxer idling strange
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 13 Nov 1996 20:00:40 -0500
  ...What the switch on the throttle does, actually there is 2 of them. One is a full throttle switch the other is a fuel...
• Clues to the cold start/running problem- my test
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 3 Jan 2001 16:15:36 EST
  ...Waited about 4 hours, to make sure it was cold, and then this time unplugged the throttle switch (to simulate a misadjusted throttle switch...
• Re: Idle Control Issues
  Historical mailing list - Craig Forney
  Sat, 20 Jul 2013 22:55:32 -0700
  ...The AC compressor engaging sends a signal to the ISCM and increases idle speed a bit when the throttle is closed (assuming the throttle...
• Re: That Audiovox Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 11:27:12 -0400
  ...How does the control's servo connect to the throttle body or throttle > cable in order to control the engine rpm's? Was it...
• Re: Throttle-on running issue
  Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
  Mon, 15 Jul 2019 19:02:20 -0700
  ...As it warms up it will stumble on > throttle. Press throttle open - Baaaaaaaaah - nothing. Lift throttle, > returns to idle, sputters a bit like it...
• Re: Engine stalling at high speed
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sat, 16 Apr 2016 14:33:57 -0700
  ...That also means he has two throttle position > switches, one closed throttle and one full throttle. Misadjusted closed > switch will give bucking when crusing...
• Re: Running without a cat...?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:03:17 -0300
  ...I installed a new o2 sensor, checked my blue temp sensor and made sure my throttle position sensor was working properly. In my opinion...
• throttle position sensor was-bucking in parking lots
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:01:14 -0500
  ...Should I still remove my throttle body and check my switch with this symptom? Thanks list. David Clarkson 90 Westy 266K -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: Lube the accelerator cable on a vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Fri, 14 May 2010 22:29:38 -0400
  ...Lube the accelerator cable on a vanagon? > Maybe for Scott... > > Is there some way to make the accelerator cable move the vehicle's > throttle...
• O2 monitor
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Wed, 18 Mar 1998 10:13:10 EST
  ...It checks the ECU's closed loop operation, full throttle mode,etc. Ken Lewis , NC 86 VW Transporter Double Cab Pickup 60 Porsche T5...
• Re: Vacuum System Parts on 1.9 - "Y's" and Constrictors...
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 16 Oct 2014 00:45:41 -0400
  ...And likewise slows down the valve closing when the throttle is closed. Is it to avoid a problem with bogging down from idle? That...
• Re: Quick throttle body re-bush
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 13 Sep 2014 18:50:14 -0700
  ...ca> wrote: > > >> http://shufti.wordpress.com/2014/09/13/vanagon-quick-throttle-body-re-bush/ > > > > -- > Neil n > > Blog: tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > '88 Westy http...
• RE: Identifying a vacuum source??
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 8 Mar 97 05:18:10 UT
  That valve siphons the hydrocarbon fumes from the charcoal canister when the throttle is opened. Dennis H. ---------- >From: vanagon@lenti.med.umn.edu on...
• 2 liter...By Jove i think i got it!
  Historical mailing list - Tarheel
  Wed, 18 Jul 2001 13:55:08 -0400
  ...Found that the little switch on top of the throttle body was bent not allowing it to engage for full throttle enrichment. Found crummy...
• idle screw o-ring?
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 17 Mar 2018 15:12:01 -0700
  hi all, anyone knows where to get the o-ring on the large idle screw? (the one on the throttle body) or the size...
• Re: Sticky Throttle...
  Historical mailing list - Kurtis Thomas
  Fri, 27 Aug 1999 18:54:59 EDT
  i replaced my cable on my syncro and i took 20 min and cost 17.00 approx fm an aftermarket shop the cable was...
• Re: Idiot Light Alternator
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Thu, 14 Dec 2000 08:27:54 EST
  ...Fill In the blank here >> Blip the throttle after startup. Rich
• Re: 85 Westy stumbling?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Hosage
  Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:41:35 EDT
  The idle position sensor does click on opening up full throttle. ************************************** Get a sneak peak of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol...
• Re: Won't stay running below 2,500 RPM
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 3 Mar 2018 10:51:42 -0800
  ...If I keep tapping the throttle, it�s jump to about 2,500, then die. I can keep it running if I keep tapping...
• Re: Video: TVS Test Light Driving. Discovered Whistle Sound? What is it?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:08:52 -0600
  Neil If the ThrottlePlateShaft hole is worn & enlarged you can get an air leak there. Back in the '60s while in the USAF I...
• Here are some snap switches that may fit to, be used in place of the $75 VW throttle switch
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Wed, 15 Mar 2006 07:35:14 -0800
  ...There are many more, and I have not searched them all.I think the little metal lever on the late vanagon throttle switch,is...
• Re: digijet FI adjustments
  Historical mailing list - Brian Keese
  Sun, 9 Apr 2006 15:43:38 -0400
  ...I have set the throttle idle switch, timing and idle speed as per the Bentley. The Temp II sensor was replaced a couple years...
• Help!-hiccupping 81 Westy
  Historical mailing list - MLind
  Wed, 10 May 2000 21:11:34 -0400
  ...If I let off the throttle or give it 2/3 throttle or more it smoothes right out. I have 900 miles on since...
• Throttle Valve Switch
  Historical mailing list - Marlan Blair
  Wed, 14 Sep 2005 19:26:51 -0400
  ...After hours of pouring thru the bently manual, I deduced that the square plastic switches that ride next to the throttle body, and clearly...
• Re: Lever on Throttle Body
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Sat, 14 Jun 2014 08:00:37 -0700
  Way back when I worked for Peterbilt Motors, I was told the Federal automotive regulations required the throttle to have two return springs. There...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box
  Historical mailing list - Joe in NH
  Fri, 30 Jan 2004 06:55:38 EST
  ...I once had the accelerator cable break a few miles from home on my Syncro and used it as a makeshift throttle cable. I...
• Re: Engine Racing (not racing engine...)
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:34:59 -0700
  ...It should be attached at one end to the mechanism at the top of the throttle, and to the intake plenum on the other...
• Re: Friday question.Re: Vacuum gauge NVC
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:01:58 -0700
  ...The carb flow gauge - I have one I used on a Porsche 914-6 ( 6 individual throttle plates and intake manifolds ) ...that tool measures...
• Re: Having trouble getting a good idle when cold and the computer functioning
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 10:45:44 -0500
  ...I recently changed the throttle body from a late type, to the early 2 switch type. I used the origional early throttle body vaccum...
• Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 17:49:26 -0600
  ...After the engine reaches operating temperature it begins bucking during upshifts and throttle speed increase. When I push on the throttle to increase speed...
• Re: "sticky" new Gowesty throttle body
  Historical mailing list - Andrew R.
  Fri, 6 Oct 2017 07:55:55 -0700
  ...It is common for the cable to fail in ways that will > prevent full return of the throttle. The inner cable can fray causing...
• Re: CRUISE CONTROL
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 2 Sep 2023 11:24:23 -0400
  ...Is your set up still using throttle body and cable or some type electric throttle control? If still using conventional throttle you should be...
• Billy Bones Returns
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 08:22:56 -0500
  ...If I rev the engine to full throttle, it clears up again. If I rev to full throttle between lights it eventually clears up...
• Re: Got dem ole lousy idle blues again,mama
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:53:09 -0700
  ...I swapped the rubber elbo betweenthe afmand throttle.Oh, I adjusted the throttle switch,again. I went through the Bentley twice and all comoponents...
• Re: Post gas tank/system reseal - vacuum in gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:35:44 -0400
  Also make sure the vent valve is connected and opens when the throttle is opened. This valve is located in front of the firewall...
• Vacuum Advance Connection??
  Historical mailing list - David
  Thu, 4 May 2000 10:07:15 -0400
  ...Long story short only the connection facing away from the distributor is connected (to the throttle body). The connection facing the distributor is left...
• Re: AFM issues
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 3 Oct 2005 18:01:09 -0400
  ...The other part is attached to the engine via the throttle. When the engine is revved, the rubber elbow is flexed. When the throttle...
• Re: Loss of power at low revs
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Fri, 23 Dec 2005 13:30:32 -0500
  ...The > throttle is completely unresponsive. For instance if I pull away from > a stoplight the rev's just hover somewhere around 800 but then...
• Butterfly in Throttle Valve Housing Part# 022 133 141B
  Historical mailing list - zzyzx
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 22:56:18 -0700
  Is this part supposed to have the 6mm hole in it as highlighted by the arrow? http://zzyzx.org/butterfly.html Comments please.
• Re: Brick Tour Packing List!
  Historical mailing list - H Steven Dolan
  Sun, 7 Aug 1994 19:52:50 -0700 (PDT)
  So what say I just bring another bus to hold the stuff? After syncing carbs, syncing throttles should be a breeze. H Steven Dolan...
• Re: surging with funky idle issue
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 17 Jun 2006 12:13:10 -0400
  ...I changed the throttle from a late vanagon , to an early WBX at the same time. Roger
• Re: Need Help with Engine Speed Wildly Surging at Idle
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Sun, 26 Nov 2006 06:13:59 -0500
  since the idle speed screw has little effect, trouble may be significant vacuum leak, perhaps at the throttle body/intake manifold interface.
• Re: Fuel consumption
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 16:13:02 +0000
  ...A little help, please. > >Dave in KC Dave - It means Wide Open Throttle, when you have pushed the throttle all the way to the...
• Re: 81 vanagon performance
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 08:29:50 -0500
  I would bet just about anything that the transmission linkage to the throttle body is all jury rigged and not adjusted properly. I know...
• Re: 81 vanagon performance
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 08:22:15 -0500
  ...Have you checked to make sure the throttle cable is adjusted to open the throttle fully? When I used to work in a garage...
• Digitool and driveablity issues
  Historical mailing list - Kevin
  Fri, 2 Apr 2004 16:57:45 -0500
  ...If I give it full throttle sometimes it will clear it out. A restart always fixes the problem some times for the rest of...
• Re: Houston, we have a problem.......!
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 17 Jul 2015 14:43:10 -0700
  ...With engine off, I checked throttle operation and it is > perfect. I can hear the switch clicking appropriately. Connections tight, > no slipped throttle cable...
• revving idle --> 83 westy gasser
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:07:09 -0800
  ...i've replaced (From a well running engine, or new at time)- both temp sensors, replaced and re-adjusted both throttle body position switches...
• Re: fuel cutout
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:39:27 -0500
  ...will > sputter then idle extremely low and no throttle response. if i'm > rolling along and keep it in gear and stomp on it...