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• Re: Coolant Temp Sensor Test. Generic vs VW.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 5 Oct 2009 19:53:37 -0700
  ...Can't remember off the top of my head if your engine has a cold start injector. I think not, right ? I'll tell...
• Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 3 Mar 2008 23:41:41 -0500
  ...As I said, when the engine is not running and when at idle, the system should be closed. As soon as the throttle goes...
• Re: Oil Pressure Light on-need help! (dealer cant fix it)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 5 Apr 2008 12:51:43 -0400
  ...A recent event at a well known shop caused considerable concern when after some servicing, the check engine light came on periodically, the code...
• Re: 1.6-l. '79-'82 type 2 aircooled pancake engine in Bug?
  Historical mailing list - Brian Verbeek (by way of Brian Verbeek )
  Wed, 22 Jan 1997 14:41:20 +0000
  ...to any T1 engine, Bosch also makes nice socalled TZH electronic igntion Kits. >Who can help me with engine codes (CT ?), useful tips, etc...
• Re: B. Bobs 2.1 main bearings info
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Tue, 2 Oct 2001 22:07:01 -0400
  ...the # 2 splitshell bearing is not the same in the WBX 2.1 engines as the type 4 or the 1.9 engines. the...
• Re: How To Choose YOUR Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:11:08 -0700
  ...I was not a fan of some early > turbos, but so many manufacturers are using them now with small engines to > get the power...
• Re: Newbie question
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 05 May 95 08:35:56 CDT
  ...Air-cooled engine, codes B, AE (1968-1971) Bentley Book FLAPS Beru 145/14 Bosch W145T1 Champion L88A NGK B5HS BR5HS (resistor) Air-cooled...
• Re: What's the richest air fuel ration you can still make run? also friday Megasquirt VW
  Historical mailing list - pat
  Thu, 29 Sep 2011 22:54:05 -0400
  ...MS is an open source project and therefore some savvy types have written a revised "extra" code, which most MS people use. The "extra...
• Re: Fryeday Content.. some GM trivia and news on the VOLT (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - honemastert
  Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:37:28 -0700
  ...I work on a specific product (Applications Engineer) called VCS (Verilog Compiled Simulator) which IC designers use to prove out their designs prior to...
• Re: flashing coolant light purpose
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:19:28 -0500
  ...An engineering school back east (might have been MIT) has fit the controls to it. The article estimated 15 years out as a consumer...
• Help on buying '87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright, SMUS Network Analyst
  Wed, 20 Dec 1995 09:19:01 PDT
  ...a 1.9 or 2.1 l. ? Is there a code difference? The engine looks *very* clean (NO oil underneath) almost like it's...
• Re: Power Steering Used as Manual Steering
  Historical mailing list - Don Preston
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 15:55:03 -0700
  ...steering pump setup from a 2.0L Audi 80/90 engine with the code "3A" is it uses the same power steering pump as...
• Re: Vanagone
  Historical mailing list - Tim Olmstead
  Fri, 14 Jan 2005 08:26:03 -0800
  ...While the rear-engine design may have contributed to the > oversteer condition, I'll have to admit the body and frame design did an...
• Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:13:47 -0700
  ...if it was mine I'd re-engineer the whole engine installation. I try to do very artful solid conversion work .. this Tiico installation...
• Re: Knock Sensor Kit for A 86-91 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 20 Nov 2000 18:17:26 -0800
  ...Porsche has used knock sensors on their engines... don't see why it wouldn't work on the wasserboxer. The think that I really...
• Re: Headlight relay upgrade?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 4 Jan 2004 15:17:20 -0800
  ...ACH! THE HORROR! They are E-code lamps which are MUCH better than the DOT HID lamps we have here. Have you seen the...
• Re: cig lighter light?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Tue, 7 May 2002 13:14:41 -0500
  ...The wire color code should be the same as the wires on the back of the instruments. You can tie them together. The cig...
• Re: Need advice with buying a westy. have a couple in mind (new to list)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Fri, 16 Aug 2002 14:24:19 -0700
  ...remember, the 2.2l engines are pretty simple, even for an advanced engine. > Examples: > * timing belt replacement - needs mechanical aptitude (eg. the custom > cooling...
• 86 Westy cuts out sporadically, now won't start
  Historical mailing list - Helge Weissig
  Tue, 20 Jun 2006 11:05:08 -0700
  ...I would recharge the battery (which now, no doubt isn't the freshest anymore, but my "smart charger" did not show any fault codes...
• Swapping clock for Tach in an 84? a bit long.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:34:19 -0700
  ...I think all the terminals, wire color codes and connections mentioned in the write-up below do actually seem to match what I have...
• Re: VW Solar Panel
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Fri, 31 May 2002 12:58:46 -0700
  ...if I am running my engine for at least 1/2Hour once a day why would I need a solar panel? Why run a...
• Re: 134 conversion
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 31 Jan 2005 22:29:43 -0600
  ...Code=ROB-17800B&Category_Code=ROB There are less expensive systems. I've seen similar systems for about $1400.00 Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics...
• Re: Troubling warning lights
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 18 Aug 2018 11:47:12 -0700
  ...I'm thinking I will check engine fault codes. >> >> >> Dave B. >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> >> To: ddbjorkman@verizon.net <ddbjorkman@VERIZON...
• Re: NVC Re: VW, honour, and culture
  Historical mailing list - eve Appleton
  Fri, 25 Sep 2015 11:40:22 -0700
  ...And so on. >> Diesel engineer knows that it can't be done and orders the programmers to >> put in cheat code. So there must...
• Re: 1990 2.1L Digijet European Caravelle wiring diagrams
  Historical mailing list - T.M.
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 01:01:57 -0400
  ...1990 2.1L Digijet European Caravelle wiring diagrams > > >> Hello again, >> >> I happen to own a 1990 2.1L digijet fuel injection >> wasserboxer, engine code...
• Re: Engine alternative (inline four) a bit long
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:42:10 -0700
  ...my 1987 PL code 16 Valve engine has them - yippee ! Don, you're right about the price of these nice little engines - very reasonable...
• Re: Digifant question...fuel pump effect?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 28 Apr 2014 19:13:40 -0700
  ...I tend to be 'results orientated' when it comes to modifications...Like even thinking about changing to a more "modern" engine management system...If...
• Re: New to the vanagon world...
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 16:57:24 -0600
  ...Is this do-able? I found an '82 Vanagon with the engine I want for $3500. The engine is only 10K miles old, and...
• Re: Jetta swap: Check Engine Light Install Electrical Questions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:11:08 -0700
  ...Like if you > turn on the key, the LED is on, you fire up the engine ( with no codes > present ) and it goes out...
• Re: Automatic Transmission Fluid and Gear Oil Comparrison and Feedback please
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 3 May 2009 20:59:12 -0400
  ...Robert NY 88 Auto With freshly rebuilt engine. Tranny Rebuilt 3 yrs ago.
• Re: The worst feature of shelling out $31,000 for a used Vanagon.
  Historical mailing list - Bernard
  Fri, 14 Oct 2005 16:51:31 -0700
  ...I have come to terms that at 59 years of age I most likely will not be able to rip out that engine and...
• Re: 1990 Carat with Analogue Clock?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:29:26 -0700
  ...wv2yb0250lh076945 Thought maybe there would be a code for Carat but seems not. I gather "25" translates to "Vanagon" Interesting. Looking at Carat images...
• Re: Strange place for an identification plate on 91 Vanagon.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 18 Apr 2010 23:04:37 -0400
  ...Type code number . Type designation . Engine and transmission code letter . Paint no./interior . Optional equipmennt nos. Vehicle data 2 to 7 are also found...
• "Jerry" Cans, long
  Historical mailing list - Double-Cab Guy
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 22:01:20 -0600
  ...If there is one thing that will stop a diesel engine and ruin it in short order and that's contaminated fuel. Go price...
• Re: Headlight upgrade questions
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Mon, 9 Sep 2002 16:15:49 -0700
  ...OT, but possibly of interest is that home electrical codes (U.S.) are moving toward requiring a special type of breaker in the home...
• Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:17:02 -0700
  ...can do, or morph into when one does > something like swap in a different engine. Like a part one makes to > adapt the engine...
• Re: Bilstein Shocks Vs. Stock
  Historical mailing list - caryccc
  Sat, 26 Jul 2003 03:04:08 -0500
  ...Put another way, don't > > override the factory > > engineers. > > If Bilstein shocks and stock shocks have the same > travel distances then i dont see...
• Re: 2.1wbx into 85 GL
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 9 Dec 2007 14:51:51 -0800
  ...Forget the engine code. Supposed to be 110hp I think. For markets like Finland. But yep, it all goes together. You won't have...
• Re: What's a nice 90 worth?
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Tue, 9 Sep 2008 13:04:42 -0700
  ...No leaks, doesn't burn oil. >>> 220K miles. >>> >>> It's in 35758 ZIP code (north alabama). >>> >>> Any ideas? >>> >>> Jim >>> >>> >> >> >> >> ************** >> Psssst...Have you heard the...
• Re: California law (smog)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 1 Feb 2007 18:29:30 +0000
  ...now with a Turbo, Frankinstein engine, improved > FI, maped > > ECU... > > >modified exhaust? i have to put back a stock engine every 2 yers! > > > > > >Or...
• Re: electronics rant, (don't read it if you don't want to)
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Mon, 16 Sep 2013 16:12:38 -0700
  ...People who convert to TDI's or other IMMO equipped engines have been known to hide the original keys in their Vanagons or have...
• Re: for the record water is not corrosive
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Fri, 30 Apr 2004 09:38:18 -0700
  ...Water is good, water is holy, oh holy water keep our engines cool. gary --- Mike Miller <mwmiller@cwnet.com> wrote: > I'd heard that...
• Re: Side Air Intake Engine Cooling Question (searched)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:51:22 -0700
  ...firewall. >>>> >>>> In hot weather, engine consistently: >>>> >>>> - throws coolant sensor error code: 'Intermittent short to ground'. >>>> - turns MIL (check engine) light on at highway speeds...
• Re: Troubling warning lights
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 20 Aug 2018 11:47:04 -0400
  ...I'm thinking I will check engine fault codes. >> >> >> Dave B. >> >> >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> >> To: ddbjorkman@verizon.net <ddbjorkman@VERIZON...
• Re: Quick fix exhaust job
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 30 Mar 2014 06:12:24 -0700
  ...I was consulting with Techtonic's Tuning during the engine-build. They are one of the best VW tuner shops around and the source...
• Re: Vanagone
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Thu, 13 Jan 2005 16:51:25 -0500
  ...While the rear-engine design may have contributed to the > oversteer condition, I'll have to admit the body and frame design did an...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 12:24:30 -0500
  ...THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK BEYOND THE CLAMP FORCE OF THE FUEL HOSE CLAMPS, ALLOWING...
• Re: Automatic Transmission Fluid and Gear Oil Comparrison and Feedback please
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Tue, 5 May 2009 16:32:53 -0400
  ...Amsoil > Gear Oil > -75W-90 Long Life Synthetic Gear Lube > Product Code: FGRQT-EA > http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/fgr.aspx?zo=1132530 > ATF...
• Re: Won't start
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 25 Nov 2012 17:43:46 -0800
  ...The starter is engaged with the engine and is turning the engine over. Except that if the engine were actually turning over there wouldn...
• Re: more information on engine swap/fuel pump woes
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:42:31 -0400
  ...Sometimes they are intermittent problems, sometimes they are caused by moving the harness like you did when you replaced the engine. I think you...
• buses for sale: san diego area
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 24 Apr 95 13:36:20 CDT
  ...Area code for all phone numbers is 619. '58 Micro, 1700cc, orig lic plate, $1900/best, 726-0875 '66 Bus, rebuilt eng&trans, $2650...
• Re: WTB: EVAP charcoal canister
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Fri, 15 Aug 2014 01:38:16 -0700
  ...Given the noisy state parks I'm > encountering. ;) > > Heat, engine load (long grade), small tank outlet not withstanding, my Jetta engine management operates the...
• interpreting Automatic transmission pressures
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 27 Jul 2003 17:28:57 -0400
  ...neutral-revving-engine" gear. 3rd round: 2 days later, I swapped in a different governor. It is also from an NK code trans, and...
• Re: A good ham setup
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 19:01:06 -0800
  ...sales@fastforward.ca >Phone: (250) 992 7775 FAX: (250) 992 1160 > >- Vanagon Accessories and Engine Conversions >- Vanagon, Transporter and Iltis Sales and Importation >- European...
• UPDATE: RE: Need help with odd problem (SOLVED)
  Historical mailing list - MOST,DAVID
  Sun, 14 Jan 2001 11:49:46 -0800
  ...The date code on the old sensor was 12/86 and the engine has 164k. And, of course, don't get too excited when...
• Re: 1982 Heater Cables for Climate Control - Part Number and Source
  Historical mailing list - John Thiessen
  Fri, 9 Mar 2018 08:39:10 -0500
  ...1982 > > >> Vanagon, Left-hand drive, engine code CV (air-cooled FI). I am certain > > >> on the cables for the 2 heater flaps, it's...
• Re: California law (smog)
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 1 Feb 2007 11:41:11 -0800
  ...now with a Turbo, Frankinstein engine, improved FI, maped > ECU... > >modified exhaust? i have to put back a stock engine every 2 yers! > > > >Or...
• Re: diesel head identification
  Historical mailing list - bertschi
  Tue, 26 May 1998 07:02:00 -0400
  ...The engines have variations in machining tolerances which resulted in > varying deck heights. The gaskets of varying thickness are to allow for > piston crown...
• Fun with fixing up stuff...(long post)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 1 Nov 2010 19:17:14 -0700
  ...I used some of that trailer wiring "tape"...wire that is flat and contains 4 wires, color-coded and insulated separately. A 20' roll...
• Re: for the record water is not corrosive
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 30 Apr 2004 09:20:14 -0700
  ...Cooling strategies, color coded, etc. > > On Thu, 29 Apr 2004, Daniel L. Katz wrote: > >> maybe we can get a chemist to comment; but, it...