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• digijet fuel pressure
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 13:27:52 -0500
  <html><div style='background-color:'><DIV>I was working on my '84 this weekend, and checked fuel pressure.&nbsp; It was correct, both with...
• '86GL - fuel or ignition?
  Historical mailing list - Neal Barrentine
  Mon, 4 Sep 2006 14:43:00 -0500
  ...Could this be caused by a faulty fuel pressure regulator? I checked the pressure at the tee, and it seemed fine, and did not...
• Re: 2.1 fuel injection problem
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 07:15:12 -0400
  ...Checked all wiring from computer >terminal plug to respective sensors, did all tests as per Bentley, all OK. >Checked all grounds, all OK. Idle...
• Re: Vanagon 2.1 Suddenly Dies- Need Help
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 14:40:21 -0400
  ...Otherwise check with screwdriver/stethoscope/'noid light for injectors firing, check for presence of spark. Report results and we'll go from there. Yours...
• Re:
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Thu, 18 Jan 2007 20:47:33 -0500
  ...Newman philosophy � but I had him check the compression. Results were 130, 110, 85, 130. His eyes didn�t exactly light up and he...
• Re: Starting Problems....looking like alternator
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Mon, 13 Dec 2004 01:59:49 -0600
  Actually, if the voltage checks low, you can usually get a few more years/ months out of the alternator by simply putting in a...
• Re: Insurance - credit check
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Sat, 8 Feb 2003 08:21:24 -0800
  ...On 2/7/03 11:03 PM, "Bill N" <freeholder@STARBAND.NET> wrote: > Insurance companies do check your credit report, because people with poor...
• Re: Put rebuilt 1.9l in, now my injectors won't spew, or squirt, or
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 01:47:18 -0800
  ...You need(page to check that you have battery voltage at terminal 86 and 87 of the power supply relay, and the fuel pump...
• Re: Help w/2.1 What am i missing?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 9 Jun 2009 05:29:38 -0400
  ...I also replaced the cap and rotor and checked for spark and that looked good I can normally figure this stuff out, But this...
• Re: Faint sputter/stutter at 70mph
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:09:44 -0700
  ...If you haven't seen in your fuel filter ........checked for what's in there, and how restricted it is......... I'd check into...
• temp II sensor (syncro)
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Thu, 16 Oct 2003 13:53:05 -0400
  ...i have swapped ecu no change, swapped afm, no change, check 02 sensor, good, swapped idle control unit, no change, check all wiring, good...
• Re: Shocking Photo
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Tue, 15 May 2007 22:22:49 -0700
  --- BJ Feddish <bfeddish@NETREACH.NET> wrote: > I checked and re-checked all connections. All I did was put on a new > distributor cap and...
• Re: Residual Fuel Pressure: hold for 1 hour?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 2 Mar 2014 21:17:17 -0500
  ...The regulator can be checked by removing the return to the tank. If there is any flow with the pump off it is leaking...
• Re: Electrical problems are driving me mad!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Oct 1994 07:17:55 -0400 (EDT)
  Have you checked your speedometer? Sometimes on Split Window Typ 2s as well as bugs, if there is some corrosion on the bulb holder...
• Re: Euro-Drive: UPDATE 87 Volkswagen Vanagon, No-start
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 14 May 1999 11:16:52 EDT
  I would check your plugs again as they are probably fouled. Clean them and see if this fixes your problem. If not then maybe...
• Re: need a part number (was Re: Seatbelts, EZ question.)
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Tue, 29 Feb 2000 15:05:15 EST
  I checked my local dealer and was told that "VW wasn't supporting parts over 10 years old" then I checked with Camelback 'VW...
• Still Sluggish
  Historical mailing list - Richard Ferguson
  Thu, 14 Sep 2000 19:57:53 -0700
  ...They have run a compression test, checked the FI system, found and repaired a vacum leak, checked the catalytic converter and exhaust system and...
• Best deal for temp 2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Chad
  Mon, 12 Feb 2001 00:34:18 -0400
  ...I haven't checked the dealer yet but I can just imagine what they will charge. I have a 1.9L and am wondering...
• Fast idle problem
  Historical mailing list - puzerewski
  Sat, 14 Jul 2001 12:25:44 -0400
  ...I have checked for vacuum leaks with brake clean, and there are none. And I did check EVERYWHERE. It runs smooth, but fast. The...
• Re: I am looking for the South African lower wrap-around grill
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 21:59:07 -0500
  > I was just checking out the Volkwagen of South Africa website and > saw a real cool looking lower grill and other items. > Check out...
• Checking toe-in on a Vanagon at home
  Historical mailing list - jbclem
  Wed, 15 Jan 2003 20:23:09 -0800
  I have a toe-in bar(spring loaded) that I've used checking toe-in on earlier buses and bugs where you could place...
• Re: rear heater question
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 17 Dec 2002 06:43:55 -0600
  ...I swapped out the dash switch with no luck, what > should I check next? Thanks. > > dylan > insyncro > > ________________________________________________________________ Sign Up for Juno Platinum Internet Access...
• coil test
  Historical mailing list - Sidney White
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 09:26:37 EDT
  ...Can someone outline how to check coil, the bently is not clear. Thought I could check across terminals for resistance and from one terminal...
• Re: interesting idle issue (CORRECTION)
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 27 Jan 2004 19:33:26 EST
  ...If it idles all right under that condition, check the idle stabilizer controller and its attendant wiring. >> Should read: If that is kosher, try...
• Re: Frydaye Follyes (sorry I missed it) - but check this out - LAST CALL!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 19 Dec 2004 19:57:28 -0600
  ...Best regards to all, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver To John Rodgers wrote: > Sorry I missed The Frydaye Follies, Guys, but check it out...
• Tip and Tricks: Smoke Signals
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:01:33 -0500
  ...A compression check is in order on this one. Often the tailpipe pipe will be oily. Regards, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome? ... please help
  Historical mailing list - Jvk
  Tue, 29 May 2018 20:14:43 -0600
  ...Sent from my mobile > On May 25, 2018, at 4:46 PM, Dennis Jowell <dennisjowell@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Check for a bad spark plug...
• Re: Starts then dies. What to check?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:51:18 -0700
  ...What to check? If the AFM falls off the airbox where it is mounted with 4 screws.. the engine will run just fine. It...
• Re: 1.9 Digifant with poor milage and low top-end power.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:01:58 -0800
  ...Vacuum advance, and hoses to it ......check that also of course. To check that icetnrifugal advance is working, turn the rotor by hand ...it...
• Re: Help diagnose POSSESSED 2.1L Vanagon engine
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 18:21:15 -0400
  ...All grounds double checked and cleaned. Strong spark at distributor for all plugs. Timing triple checked per Bentley. Checked advance, OK. Number two plug...
• 7th Annual Bus Benefit in Grand Rapids, MI
  Historical mailing list - Todd Olson
  Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:37:24 -0400
  ...By the Beach.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.31/2029...
• Re: Checked your spare tire recently? Spare Tire Size
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sun, 26 Feb 2012 12:08:52 +0000
  ...Wanted to check tire > pressures and top off if required (GoWesty 16" tire & wheel package, 3 > years old now). Everything looking good at the...
• Re: No spark, clueless
  Historical mailing list - Pat
  Wed, 29 May 2013 23:24:49 -0400
  Do you have an LED test light or logic probe? If so, check for pulsed ground during cranking on the coil neg wire. -----Original...
• Re: How to check motor mounts, second request.
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Thu, 30 Sep 1999 12:30:50 -0400
  To check the motor mounts remove the wieght of the engine/trans. by jacking up under the engine it self. Only jack up enough...
• Re: random high idle
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 4 Oct 2002 17:12:41 -0500
  ...Let the engine get cold, reconnect the ISV, and check the cold start response - idle about 1200-1300 rpm, then check it's performance...
• Re: Frydaye Follyes (sorry I missed it) - but check this out
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 18 Dec 2004 13:06:13 -0800
  ...Frydaye Follyes (sorry I missed it) - but check this out Jeff, If you have the capability of enlarging the image several times, you'll...
• Re: Check those fuel lines!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Chapman
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 22:25:50 -0400
  ...PLEASE check those fuel >>> lines, and replace the plastic firewall 'T' if you haven't already! (mine >>> developed a leak at the T which...
• Re: Parting '86 Syncro / Westy Parts
  Historical mailing list - Michael Thompson
  Thu, 4 Jun 1998 12:48:15 -0700
  Cory, I just purchased the cashier's check and the check will got out with my mail this afternoon. I do not need the...
• Summary (Long): Stranded in the Midwest Veedubless.
  Historical mailing list - Chris R. Rowland
  Wed, 8 Jul 1998 09:27:26 -0500
  ...I have a bead on a Restored '80 Westy in Cincinnati that my wife and I will check out this weekend. Too bad. We...
• Parked Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kenneke
  Tue, 6 May 1997 22:40:55 -400
  ...If not, it should be easy for a mechanic to check and (if its not the distributor vacuum advance like mine) could be a...
• Re: What do folks do when replacing Calforina Air Cooled Vanagon Exhaust?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 24 May 2003 12:07:13 -0700
  ...Those guys can be extremely anal, they check every component. If the van is just going to the local smog check monkey, it will...
• Re: Engine Still Overheating - Need Advice / Chapter Three
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 26 Feb 2005 11:32:53 -0600
  ...Engine >temps increase to high levels and fill bottle begins to boil >over. > >Summary of Repair, Check and Replace Activities: > >Fan - Checked / OK >Resistor...
• Re: 85 1.9L died on highway, won't start
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Sat, 11 Sep 2004 13:37:34 -0700
  ...Here is the procedure for checking these. 1) Carefully dismentle the distributor and visually check the rotor that is is not somehow broken. 2...
• Re: checking propane leaks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 1 Jul 2017 14:12:37 -0700
  ...To check for leaks downstream of the safety valve, I wonder if there's an (NPT ??) plug that could be inserted in place of...
• 83 Vanagon stalling again!
  Historical mailing list - DIGEST Jesse Falsone
  Mon, 20 Oct 1997 11:49:31 EST
  ...1) Check AGAIN for vacuum leaks with a non-flamable carb cleaner (as per Ken Lewis) 2) check to see that my 02 sensor...
• Re: Anyone seen this auto?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Lisica
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 08:46:49 -0700
  David, I would check w/ Daryl at AA transaxle to see what kind of pricing he gives on an auto tranny. In regards to...
• Re: what to do when you have the fridge out?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:58:31 -0500
  ...With the fridge powered temporarily with 12 volts, the operation of the > thermo switch can be checked by applying heat with a heat gun...
• Checking vacuum diaphragm was Re: Looking for a 83-85 distributor
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 7 Oct 2014 13:23:42 -0400
  At 11:31 AM 10/6/2014, Ryan Perry wrote: >Excuse the unknowing question and possible thread jack but how do you check >the...
• Re: Brake Light Prob
  Historical mailing list - Edward Duntz
  Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:40:56 -0400
  I'd check two things. There's a float in the brake fluid reservoir. Move the float up and down while watching the light...
• Re: Expensive Noises....
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Sat, 12 Jan 2008 15:34:51 -0500
  ...is it the engine? If not, then I'd check your CV bolts. Actually, I'd check them asap regardless. I'd also check...
• Re: "84 westy stalling problem
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:10:37 -0400
  ...Drain tank, check for crud, put in fresh gas. 4. Clean all electrical connectors. ECU plug? AFM plug? Are they loose? 5. Clean all...
• Re: end play measurement
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 10 May 2011 13:01:47 -0700
  ...If you're changing the flywheel, you MUST check and adjust the crankshaft endplay. Jim -----Original Message----- From: HotelWestfalia Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2011...
• Re: NVC: '97 Jetta Check Engine Codes
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 4 Dec 2009 19:05:56 -0500
  ...The codes are >P0171 P1128 P0440 > >I've replaced the Air Flow Sensor, checked for vacuum leaks, replaced >air filter, plugs, cleaned all air...
• Re: odd thing:boiling over?!!?
  Historical mailing list - TBill
  Tue, 23 Sep 1997 23:35:32 -0700
  ...It was empty when I did check it. > ..the water's all in the system I gather. > We seem to be having a rash...
• help, headlights not working
  Historical mailing list - Loretta Abbott-Kennon
  Thu, 1 Mar 2001 00:43:41 EST
  ...I checked the fuses under the dash, all okay and checked the headlights while the engine was running. What should I check next? The...
• Re: Low Beams quit working!...Is it the switch?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 14 Jun 2004 22:49:51 -0400
  ...If the fresh air fan is on that circuit, check to see if it works...only when you hold in the high beams. If...
• Re: successful 2000 mile road trip
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 11:20:00 -0800
  You should check the main panel fuse #1 first, 30 amp. The radiator switches need this fuse to run the fan but the A...
• RE: '86 Westy Electrical failure.
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 5 Sep 1996 12:29:21 -0500
  Hey Napman, Did you check the grounding connections behind the fuse panel? There are star like connections that bring several ground wires to a...
• Re: vanagon stalling/propex heaters
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 26 Oct 1996 15:12:28 GMT
  ...I could and WOULD go on adinfinitum, except CHECK THOSE OLD >IGNITION COILS FIRST!. > I heartily concur. The Dub was exhibiting much the same...
• Flickering Oil Light
  Historical mailing list - Erlaz
  Mon, 20 Apr 1998 02:15:59 EDT
  ...In the morning I checked the oil level which was fine ( I had just had the oil changed by someone three days earlier). Drove...