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• Brake system overview
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Mon, 15 May 2006 20:44:51 -0400
  ...And the LF is doing the same thing now. > >Bentley talks about pushing the lever on the brake pressure regulator >toward the rear axe...
• Re: Fuel Pressure Regulator Bad?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:53:17 +0000
  ...Fuel Pressure Regulator Bad?
• Re: Minimum spares kit. Was: Alternator Brushes Wore Out Pretty Darn Quick
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:00:32 -0700
  ...First was a regulator/brush pack, > second was a water pump (and don't forget where you stored the gaskets) and > then just last...
• LP Regulator Life Expectancy?-be careful!
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Tue, 9 Jun 2009 16:18:35 -0400
  ...LP Regulator Life Expectancy? On Tue, Jun 9, 2009 at 10:55 AM, neil N<musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: >....I have read of > people...
• Re: fuel pressure regulator and manifold vacuum experiment
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Sat, 18 Aug 2001 00:34:36 -0400
  ...fuel pressure regulator and manifold vacuum experiment > > I have one of these vacuum guages and I have borrowed Robert Lilley's fuel > > pressure guage...
• FP Regulator Life Expectancy?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 24 Nov 2004 05:25:13 -0600
  With the Vanagon hitting the big 200k, I was wondering what the life expectancy of the 2.1's fuel pressure regulator is. I...
• Re: alternator output question
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 3 Feb 2011 11:32:32 -0800
  ...I am thinking > "new Voltage regulator"...right? When I add rpms or load (turn on > headlights) nothing much changes with the voltage. anyone care...
• alternator wire hookup connection
  Historical mailing list - A Brandon Smith
  Fri, 1 Dec 1995 13:42:57 -0800 (PST)
  ...i don't have my notes/sketches with me, but at the regulator side at D+ (i think it is D+) has a thick...
• Re: Red light flashing
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 23:04:46 -0400
  ...VW put > >out an upgrade requireing that a diode be installed in the 10v regulator > >circuit to stop the regulator from blowing out. I...
• Strange no-start problem
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Fri, 22 Dec 2006 17:22:01 -0500
  ...Relay is ok (at least the pump functions when ignition is on.) New pressure regulator. Replaced high pressure fuel hoses from regulator to injector...
• Propane tank rust - how much is too much?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 30 Jan 2018 18:49:30 -0800
  ...I think the original regulator may leak when the tank pressure drops to near empty, slowly draining the tank. Anyway, I have a new...
• Adjustable rate fuel pressure regulator? anybody try one?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 15 May 2012 21:54:59 -0700
  ...the tricks this engineer used was the adjustable rate fuel pressure regulator...he would vary the fuel pressure by "so many flats" on the...
• Re: Rich Van $$ (kinda late)
  Historical mailing list - Gary E Thaxter
  Wed, 25 Mar 1998 11:14:21 -0500
  ...Dealer said it was likely the fuel pressure regulator. . . Whaddaya know, it turned out it was the fuel pressure regulator! Dealer price was about...
• Re: I need a propane tank! Will pay top $$$
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 23 Mar 2001 23:28:48 -0500
  ...While you're messing about, if you still have the square model 260 regulator, it's very likely getting ready to start leaking -- they...
• Throttle Valve Switch Problems
  Historical mailing list - David Baker
  Sun, 5 Jan 2003 12:45:00 -0600
  ...Today I'm wondering if I might not have swapped the idle switch plug with the plug for the aux air regulator. If I...
• Re: '87 Westy stalling when cold
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 5 Jul 2004 21:16:11 -0700
  Did you check your auxiliary air regulator? Either that or you got a vacuum leak. Spray carb cleaner around while the engine is running...
• Re: dometic thermostat replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 19 Jul 2007 08:17:15 -0400
  I doubt a heater regulator would have the rnage needed for a refrigerator. It should not be that difficult to get this part from...
• Re: '88 Westy Bucking / Stalling
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:43:04 -0600
  ...gmail.com> wrote: > >  > Do you know how old the fuel pressure regulator is? Do you have a spare one to swap it in for...
• Re: Stove & whine
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sat, 5 Jan 2013 08:37:17 -0700
  ...id=2448&category_id=&category_parent_id= or http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/search?keywords=propane+regulator&x=37&y=19 bob
• Re: Fuel pressure regulator?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 5 Jan 2010 22:28:04 -0700
  "I think it probably had something to do with the spray pattern as influenced by the fuel pressure?" That's what I did. I...
• Re: Last chance! (was: need assistance)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Tue, 23 Jun 1998 21:22:56 EDT
  Otmar's last sentence made a thought pop in my head-I have seen fuel pressure regulators leak through to the vacuum line attached...
• fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - J. Eric Pitman
  Fri, 25 Jun 1999 06:47:59 -0400
  ...Check fuel pressure my fuel pressure regulator took a crap. Replaced that and noise went away. check book for proper pressure. Eric P 1984...
• Re: 85' low idle, loss of power/compression, surging-UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - joe brown
  Tue, 26 Nov 2002 13:54:13 -0800
  People have written about the fuel pressure regulator diaphraghm failing and letting fuel be sucked into the intake manifold.... Also have you checked your...
• Re: lubricating window regulators?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 5 Oct 2006 19:27:39 -0400
  My brother's Plymouth Acclaim has manual windows but his driver's side window was so hard to roll down that the glass would...
• Lake Trip Report and fuel pressure question
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Tue, 20 Jul 2004 10:09:52 -0700
  ...I notice that if I use the old pressure regulator, the pressure is higher... I threw away an older pressure regulator about 2 weeks...
• Re: Fuel Pressure Too High?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 8 May 2001 17:31:22 -0400
  ...So, should I spend $50 and get a new pressure >regulator? What would the extra 10 psi really affect? Means your injectors will be...
• Re: Operating temp question
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Calvin
  Sun, 23 Dec 2001 11:34:53 -0500
  ...If it reads low when you fill up you need a new voltage regulator before you do anything else. -- Miguel
• =?utf-8?Q?Power_window_regulators__Bentley_section_and_pictures=2e?=
  Historical mailing list - =?utf-8?Q?rogersisler=32=30=30=30_=28via_Flickr=29?=
  Tue, 27 Feb 2007 23:58:37 +0000
  Hi, Here are pictures of manual and power regulators.I think you can replace your own. At least you dont have to be afraid...
• Re: Dometic won't light troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 09:52:59 -0400
  ...So probably my regulator is failing. > > When you use your 'homemade' manometer, do you measure the differential > between the two water levels or only...
• Re: suddenly idles
  Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
  Sun, 12 Jul 1998 21:03:29 -0400
  Check the pressure regulator. A new one is about $70.00 and very easy to replace. You can check the pressure regulator with a...
• Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - Leonard Sitongia
  Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:39:48 -0600
  ...Do you think all of this is due to a faulty regulator? By the way, the regulator, which I got from one of the...
• Re: Embarrasment, ECU, Pressure Regulator and Temp Sensor
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 5 Oct 1998 11:58:51 -0400
  ...I was puzzled! What had I DONE the first > time, that caused the stalling? I realised that had touched the PRESSURE > REGULATOR!! I tied...
• Re: Understanding AFC fuel injection--question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 30 Dec 2001 20:39:06 -0500
  All the auxiliary air regulator does is bypass the throttle when the engine is cold. This allows additional air thus raising the idle speed...
• Re: Plat Cat Heater Installation Update
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Tue, 18 Dec 2001 03:56:47 +0000
  ...What's an Extend-A-Stay tee and where can I get one? I assume its a regulator that attaches to a portable butane...
• Re: Alternators
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 9 Apr 2020 13:44:48 -0700
  ...Often the regulator also includes a bit of temperature compensation to reduce voltage based on temperature. Complex systems will even monitor battery temperature monitoring...
• Re: Battery charging question... will this work?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 9 Aug 2009 20:20:29 -0700
  ...Requires removing the regulator/brush holder. Bend the contact so that the 'internal regulator no longer is in the picture and solder a lead...
• Re: Alternators
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 9 Apr 2020 13:56:36 -0400
  ...fuse panel) to the high 13s. > The whole point of the regulator is to *not* drop under load. YOu're seeing the voltage drop...
• Re: Electric window problem!
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 22 Oct 2016 14:41:14 -0700
  ...just replace the regulator and be done with it...
• Re: Marshall 290 Regulator Cover
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 12:10:29 -0700
  On 8/11/10, neil n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi all. > > > On my LP tank, the reg is mounted so adjustment is facing...
• Re: Replacing Propane Regulator
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Apr 1995 22:23:41 -0500 (CDT)
  >I already know the deal about getting the Marshall 290 (cuz they don't make >the 260 no more) and trimming the plastic shield...
• no charging when hot
  Historical mailing list - John Hung
  Wed, 6 Aug 1997 17:30:41 -0500
  ...Thought it was the voltage regulator... replaced it, no good. Is the alternator going bad? Where to find one? Thanks, John Hung jhung@eng...
• Fuel tank removed now no start
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Engel
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 15:02:56 -0500
  ...was just coincidence or when I pulled return line off at regulator it cleared up an air lock but thats what seemed to solve...
• Re: leaking propane,unrelated Rialta question
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sat, 2 Sep 2000 08:52:02 -0700
  ...This is not a problem when using the stove, so I'm thinking > pressure regulator. Just a guess, as I don't really know...
• =?Windows-1252?Q?Re:______Re:_Bluestar_project=85no_start_yet?=
  Historical mailing list - raceingcajun
  Sat, 11 May 2013 17:17:59 -0500
  ...Bluestar project�no start yet > If you hot wire the fuel pump on, fuel should gush from the return side > of the pressure regulator...
• cleaning propane regulators
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Hutton
  Tue, 17 Jan 1995 01:14:20 -0700 (MST)
  Hello vanagon gang, I asked earlier if anyone had actually cleaned the vent of their propane regulators. I must assume from the astounding silence...
• Re: 1981 dropped window in door
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 12:55:29 -0700
  ...Best "fix" is a new window regulator. --------------------------------------------------------------- Tom Young '81 Vanagon Lafayette, CA 94549 '82 Westfalia --------------------------------------------------------------- ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sean Garrett" <SEAN.GARRETT@ASU...
• Voltage Regulator Test 80 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Rankin
  Thu, 14 Dec 95 17:21:54 -0500
  Can some one point me in the direction of a good voltage regulator test procedure for my 1980 Vanagon with a 2 liter engine...
• Re: High voltage havoc from coil?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 14:44:53 -0600
  ...Automotive > regulators will typically hold voltage to about 13.9 max (which is a > not-very-satisfactory compromise but we won't open that...
• Re: Fixed Re: Progress, Puzzle on "Fuel pump won't work"
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:27:08 -0700
  ...Progress, Puzzle on "Fuel pump won't work" Because you changed the alternator voltage regulator..... Could the alternator voltage regulator be blocking positive flow...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch ....gone
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:38:13 -0400
  There is no hole, oil sender/regulator on top of the engine. Since a 10 mm bolt fit you probably just plugged a blind...
• Re: 84 Vanagon: Would you fix if it yourself (if you were me?)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Oct 1996 20:46:13 -0700
  ...Also check that the fuel > pressure regulator does not have a ruptured diaphram. Check by disconecting > the vacuum hose. If there is any fuel...
• Re: Still running rich, now what
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 21 Aug 2000 09:21:35 -0700
  ...Then move to the fuel pressure regulator ($70), AFM ($150 rebuilt), and hopefully you won't have to deal with the ECU, there is...
• Re: Deep cycle batteries, voltage regulators, and eating cake
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Aug 2007 14:27:51 -0400
  ...Deep cycle batteries, voltage regulators, and eating cake >Date: Mon, 6 Aug 2007 13:54:13 -0400 > >Here's another wrinkle in the whole...
• Re: Dometic 182 - no flame 'cause no propane - HELP!
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 16 May 2000 23:25:14 -0700
  ...After I replaced the Marshall 260 regulator with a Marshall 290, the sucker fired right up. I tried to use a barbecue tank, but...
• Re: 1983 window regulator
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:36:44 -0600
  ...Now, I understand that this is due to a faulty regulator, but not > sure whether it can be repaired or it has to be...
• Re: Alternator replacement????
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:16:34 -0400
  ...The easiest way to fix this > is to install a new voltage regulator into the alternator. The regulator has > brushes built in. $30 bux...
• Re: Propane leak
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 19:43:18 -0400
  ...Your regulator has died. It was a Marshall Brass 260, but they don't make it anymore. You need a Marshall Brass 290 with...
• Could compressed natural gas work or be an upgrade for the fridge and stove
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Mon, 4 Jul 2011 11:52:51 -0600
  ...I think the stove may work better with the correct psi regulator Im wondering on the fridge anyone else wondering or has looked into...
• Re: Hot Start Problem in H2O cooled
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 4 Sep 2001 13:35:30 -0400
  ...Put a gauge on the test port near the fuel regulator. Jay
• new bug
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Rueb
  Sun, 11 May 2003 23:15:27 EDT
  i have a 98 gas auto its actally one of the first 5 ,000 ever built i had the window regulator prob. and check...