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• Vana-Gremlins??
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 9 Jun 2002 11:08:31 -0500
  ...In the process of the hose replacement, I discovered the big AFM hose didn't want to stay connected to the AFM. Realized the...
• Re: Draft: Analog VOMs for vans, was Re: AFM test readings
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 4 Jul 2014 14:12:28 -0700
  ...There are a few > oddballs but in general the classes are a) very small inexpensive > low-sensitivity meters that are fine for the AFM...
• MAF was Re: Update on AFM testing procedure
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 16:36:42 -0400
  ...and MAF for same or similar >purpose as does the WBX AFM? > >I don't know if the "hot wire" in the MAF I...
• New Vanagon AFMs for $90!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 29 Dec 1998 08:56:11 EST
  ...So why buy the "ghost harness" if you can get a new afm for a good price and solve the whole problem instead of...
• Re: '85 (Digijet) Hall Sensor Symptoms
  Historical mailing list - Allan Bagley
  Tue, 29 Jan 2002 08:04:20 -0800
  ...hesitation' is a giant clue and would tend to rule out AFM and other items in the fuel chain. I can only assume that...
• Possible ebay scam
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 wbxs
  Fri, 19 Apr 2002 02:49:24 +0000
  Hi List, Recent I bid on a Vanagon AFM harness but lost. Shortly after I was contacted by someone who claimed to have a...
• Re: O2 sensor problems
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Thu, 2 Sep 2004 10:12:53 -0400
  One more thing to check....when you set the AFM statically at idle, you are adjusting the air/fuel curve throughout the engines rpm...
• Re: Digifant, barometers, and the AFM
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 18:06:19 EST
  I know our 5-cylinder engine we installed which had the CIS-E system had an altitude compensator unit. I don't think the...
• Re: van running rich- running out of ideas to fix
  Historical mailing list - Fred Younger
  Mon, 1 Jun 1998 14:47:16 -0500
  ...It > also had a bad afm. I installed a converter and oxygen sensor and a good > afm ( works fine if I swap it into...
• Re: 86 digifant running rich
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 3 Jun 1999 07:44:05 -0500
  ...I have found that if you adjust the afm (air flow meter) main spring tension so the disconnected O2 sensor reads 0.55 - 0...
• Re: TII conversion
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 5 Jun 2000 17:23:37 EDT
  ...Sourcing the intake manifold would be a serious help, as would the rubber connector to the AFM. Otherwise everything else is available from the...
• Wrap Up: Can't pass emissions
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Tue, 11 Jul 2000 10:05:36 -0700
  ...The old AFM checked out, but the dealer said I needed a new one for $580, but since I could get one for <much...
• 2.1 Complete Engine For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Wed, 30 Nov 2005 10:46:44 -0600
  ...I have replaced, in addition to the new longblock, the distributor, AFM, alternator, temp II sensor, and recently a new Bosch 02 sensor. What...
• Tuning question--long, sorry!
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Mon, 27 Feb 2006 13:13:48 -0500
  ...So at 950 rpm at 185 degrees F (or whatever) the voltage from the AFM, the O2 sensor, the Temp II, the intake air...
• Re: Air Intake Project
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Sun, 27 May 2001 12:01:15 EDT
  ...instead, letting it get a good running start down the section of tubing before it goes through the AFM - Using a less restrictive K...
• Re: Stupid Question...... Gasket between AFM and airbox. 1.9 wbx
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 6 Oct 2009 14:38:15 -0400
  ...The wiper arm of the pot will always oscillate at idle, which gives you an idea of how fast the AFM system can respond...
• Re: "intermittant syndrome" harness fix...only for 2.1L vans???
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sat, 5 Mar 2005 13:04:59 -0500
  Chris, Refering to Bentley pages 24.28 and 24.57 the pinout of the two AFMs seems to be the same so I do...
• Re: AFM optical pick up
  Historical mailing list - Vanagaudi
  Sun, 11 Feb 2024 13:48:23 +0100
  Optical pick up isn't a good choice. It must be assumed that this pick up will collect dust as well. I might be...
• Re: Off idle syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 07:59:35 -0600
  ...The lid to the AFM comes off with the cutting around the edge with a razor knife, and gently prying the lid with a...
• Re: '84 rough running, backfire
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 20 Apr 2001 15:19:36 -0400
  ...digijet injection system, not >digifant, thus it does not have an AFM. David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy...
• hesitation
  Historical mailing list - Sidney White
  Mon, 24 Feb 2003 20:00:07 EST
  ...Is the AFM at fault? Sid Vicious in New Orleans.
• Re: What does AFM Stand For?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 13 Jun 2003 02:15:37 -0400
  In a message dated 6/12/2003 11:18:42 PM Eastern Standard Time, s.overmyer@UWS.EDU.AU writes: > ...and would that be...
• Re: Running rich.....
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Tue, 16 Oct 2007 20:16:01 -0400
  The only way to adjust the AFM is by using an exhaust "sniffer." If your mechanic just did it by feel, it needs to...
• Re: 87 AFM Cold weather problem
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 7 Sep 2003 11:21:55 -0500
  ...There is a known Vanagon problem with the AFM, but I > haven't heard anyone relate it to cold weater. > But I believe in...
• Re: Hunting and radiator fan
  Historical mailing list - J Roth
  Thu, 13 Jul 2006 09:30:47 -0500
  ...Doesn't tell me which way to adjust the > AFM dial or screw but it does tell me that the overall AFM setting is...
• Re: Houston, we have a problem.......!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 17 Jul 2015 20:40:18 -0500
  Turn out it was the AFM connector. Cleaned it out really good, plugged it back in and Voila! ACCELERATION was had! Thanks a bunch...
• Re: Digfiant being defiant
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 08:45:45 -0700
  ...While the info on the AFM spring adjustment is valid, this sort of thing usually is gradual (it can show up suddenly). Check everything...
• adjusting mixture ratio
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 5 Jul 2019 10:53:29 -0700
  ...nothing on it) - rebuilt engine (3K miles) - new OX sensor, new AFM, new Temps2 sensor, new plugs and cable. new fuel filter and fuel...
• Misc stuff for sale.
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Sat, 17 Apr 2010 13:40:21 -0400
  ...1 ECU 1 AFM Automatic plate. (Came with the engine I bought) Also, if you have a Eurovan I am selling my passenger side...
• Re: '85 (Digijet) Hall Sensor Symptoms
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Mon, 28 Jan 2002 21:05:37 -0600
  ...it was a too lean setting (I had leaned out the AFM a few notches), the altitude (this was at Shenendoah National Park, Skyline...
• Re: hard bump=short skip
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 2 Jun 2005 14:27:19 -0400
  ...If it stops(the AFM clicks off the computer)the o2 sensor may be the problem.Also idle has the same click.Sometimes it...
• 2.1 waterboxer engine for sale + ECU/wiring/etc.
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Tue, 24 Oct 2006 16:45:49 -0400
  ...Complete engine $500, also available with ECU, un-cut wiring harness, AFM and airbox, fuel pump, etc. for extra $. Located in western MD, about...
• 2.1 L Engine for sale
  Historical mailing list - email99
  Mon, 23 Jul 2007 12:02:25 -0400
  ...removed Mobil1 exclusively Stored indoors since removed in 2000 Includes ECU, AFM & air filter housing, alternator, exhaust manifold and many other related parts Pictures...
• FS-1984 Vangon
  Historical mailing list - finalcut
  Mon, 6 Nov 2000 13:38:24 -0500
  ...It needs rear brake pads, and possibly a new AFM. A little CV joint work and a new speedometer it is mint. Small leaks...
• AFM cap fix, maybe fixed my very intermittent problem
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 22 Sep 2017 08:51:05 -0700
  I’m not completely sure that adding the capacitor to the AFM has solved the problem, but so far it looks like it has...
• Re: bow-wow blues (follow up)
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Sat, 6 Oct 2007 12:07:11 -0400
  ...To set the mixture at the AFM (which it sounds like you need...) you have to take it to a shop with a "sniffer...
• 1985 Vanagon - New Year's resolution - AFM
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:06:15 -0800
  ...1985 Vanagon - New Year's resolution - AFM > > It's time to finally fix my "hunting idle" on my vanagon..... > > I drive this van daily...
• Re: vanagon symptom
  Historical mailing list - WDean Balmer
  Fri, 12 May 2017 19:38:03 -0600
  ...It has a rebuilt AFM. We check the throttle body switch, check for > vacuum leak.. but it still has the hiccups... > > what else to...
• Re: 1.9 WBX ECU and AFM needed.
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:08:02 -0700
  Frank Condelli wrote: > In a message dated 09/08/2010 12:36:01 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, > LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: > > I...
• Re: QUICK CLEAN ... AFM
  Historical mailing list - HP Authorized Customer
  Thu, 29 Apr 1999 16:26:56 -0700
  I had considered doing that but did not due to an expierence I had a few years ago. I sprayed electronic cleaner on some...
• Excessive Idle
  Historical mailing list - Darren
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 15:40:37 -0500
  ...ECU, AFM, ISV, O2 sensor, temp II sensor, injector seals, and air filter. Also replaced all ignition components: plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor...
• Re: Breather hose ripoff !!!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 31 May 2003 11:30:24 -0500
  ...of the conduit and becomes >couplers to the engine breather and AFM. >I can send a picture for anyone that can't get the...
• Vanagon owner in Denver needs help/shop reference
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Sun, 30 May 2004 12:00:58 -0700
  ...cleaning grounds, fuse-panel connections, or adding a capacitor to the AFM. Anyone?, or can you recommend a really knowledgeable Vanagon shop that won...
• Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 20:42:59 -0800
  ...All modern cars have an air mass meter, no moving parts- a huge leap forward in about 3 ways over an AFM. Compensates for...
• Re: Help - Power loss above 2500 RPM once engine warms up
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 10:24:26 -0800
  ...So now I am now focusing on the AFM being unreliable as the outside temperature get lower. I've ordered a new one. Laurence...
• Re: Bucko update
  Historical mailing list - John S. Klun
  Sat, 30 Nov 2002 16:33:09 -0700
  ...from the Bosch Fuel Injection book, all indicators point to the AFM. > So, all of mine must have failed all at the same time...
• Re: '88 GL intermittent ignition miss
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 19:09:31 -0800
  ...It's nice to have another AFM too. All I've seen those do is run 'unevenly' after many years. Subtle unevenness ... I did...
• Re: Misc stuff for sale.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:29:59 -0700
  ...They'll kinda fit on either engine though, and you can put all the 2.1 intake parts ( except AFM and air box ) onto...
• Running Rich
  Historical mailing list - Tanja Bomb
  Thu, 13 Nov 2003 10:55:50 -0800
  ...money to replace it? Could it be the AFM? And if it is the AFM, isn't that another sh*tload of money. I...
• Re: The "Other" Vanagon Syndrome, Part II
  Historical mailing list - Harald Rust
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 21:33:44 -0700
  ...For those who suspect their afm has harmonic vibrations, read on: Technical Bulletin Group: 24 Number: 92-01 Date: February 29, 1992 Subject: Vanagon...
• Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:24:37 -0300
  ...check), throttle position switch setting and Intake air sensor in the AFM. Dave '86 Westy On 19/07/09 12:24 PM, "Robert Stewart...
• FW: Engine cutting out
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 07:28:43 -0800
  ...are a set of > wiper arms on the inside of the AFM - under the black plastic cover. If > you remove the cover, and bend...
• Re: Vgon syndrome on 1.9 WBX
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Wed, 14 May 2003 05:50:21 -0700
  ...wrote: > >> If anybody knows of an accurate way to test the AFM while moving the >> flap, let me know, please. > > I've tested them...
• Re: 85 1.9L died on highway, won't start
  Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
  Sun, 12 Sep 2004 09:08:23 -0500
  ...I'm rather confused as to what the cause might be. (though > I also, just after this occurred, got the replacement AFM that my...
• Re: 1.9 and 2.1 Parts Interchangability
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 26 Sep 2006 13:01:29 -0400
  ...Will everything from the 1.9 (dist.,alt,AFM,etc.) swap over to the 2.1? Thanks, Jeff > > > Jeff Stewart > fonman4277@earthlink.net > EarthLink...
• Couple vanagon items left
  Historical mailing list - Jason Leigh
  Thu, 8 Apr 1999 21:57:56 -0400
  ...but Got a newly rebuilt AFM and a used ECU from an 81 manual- $50.00 bucks USD plus shipping and their yours. Also...
• '87 GL "Stumbling" Problem
  Historical mailing list - Chris Pittack
  Mon, 12 Jul 1999 09:43:00 -0700
  ...I've cleaned the wiper arm and track on the AFM and it seemed to have helped but not eliminated the problem. Any other...
• A Newbie question on Changing Air Filters
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sun, 14 May 2000 14:24:02 -0500
  ...Said intake and AFM wants to come along with the lid - it's not going to release properly. What have I done wrong? TIA...
• Vacuum Diagram
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Thu, 7 Jun 2001 21:45:15 -0800
  ...This distributor vacuum Unit has a second nipple which then feeds back to a tee at the AFM. Sincerely, Mark Keller
• Who is Mike Miller???......
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Wed, 3 Oct 2001 10:27:00 -0400
  ...Is a Mike Miller a troublesome part of the AFM or somesuch...............WWBB (that's Waiting With Bated Breath).............. Doug Alcock '84 Westy "BlueBelle...