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• Re: "air inlet hose" part #? how much fuel hose?
  Historical mailing list - sleepingmonkey1
  Tue, 25 Mar 2003 19:51:14 -0500
  ...It's an elbow type fitting located at the > right rear of the engine compartment. Anyone have a part number or more > common american...
• Re: 87: coolant temp sensor for syncro
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Mon, 10 Jun 1996 12:39:11 -0400 (EDT)
  ...The part number on my part appears to a be > >Bosch part number, it is 0 280 130 026. Anyone encounter this before? Any...
• Re: Valve adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Tue, 21 Dec 1999 08:47:55 -0500
  ...numbers > > > >Bob Donalds > >http://www.bostonengine.com > >Joel the valve adjustment is done just like you would an air cooled type 1 engine turn...
• Re: compression ratios for '87 WBX
  Historical mailing list - jimkim
  Wed, 1 Sep 1999 13:30:40 -0700
  ...know how to interpret these numbers. > > Anybody care to tell me what to expect with the WBX engine? This > one has 170k or so...
• Re: Engine thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
  Thu, 4 Jan 2018 01:12:44 -0500
  ...They don't say what engine rpm those numbers are achieved. No mention of its effect on stock drive train components either. I'm...
• Re: '87 Syncro For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Tue, 19 Mar 1996 14:51:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...Good shape hi mi, needs engine, exec >stereo. >> $300. (612) 789-9939 >> >>Haven't called on it but $300?!?!?! >> >Called the Star Tribune. Two...
• Re: Mo' gas
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Thu, 13 Jun 1996 20:33:03 -0700
  >In preparation for my trip to Kansas City to deliver Bob Polys' engine, I >swung by the gas station this afternoon and took on...
• rear dune buggy shocks needed.not v.w. but it's friday.
  Historical mailing list - Ed Gould
  Fri, 12 Apr 1996 12:12:23 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I think they are using a briggs engine so the thing must be pretty light. If anyone could get me the number of a...
• clutch juddering
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Thu, 9 Jan 1997 11:52:19 -0500 (EST)
  ...A number of months passed by, I don't recall exactly how long, and my pilot bearing fell to pieces and locked the main...
• Re: Can Germans make a decent two stoke engine?
  Historical mailing list - t
  Tue, 7 Nov 2000 06:49:08 -0800
  ...I was amazed at the number of forests in Western Germany. As for Stihl, perhaps they have gone down hill, but my old 024...
• Re: VERY hot exhaust issues
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 7 Sep 2004 11:46:47 -0400
  ...a number of things. Eric Zoran Mladen wrote: >Hey folks, > >On our recently purchased 89 Wolfsburg, we were checking out the engine towards the...
• Re: Where can this wire be found?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 27 May 2011 01:35:32 -0400
  ...97.56, current track number 29) be accessed from the top of the engine compartment, and if so, where the dickens is it? -- Rocky...
• Re: Any mechanic in Washington DC?
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Tue, 7 Jul 1998 23:47:52 -0500
  ...The bolt holding the > alternator bracket to the engine block broke inside the engine block > and = I need it drilled out , new tread and...
• Golf engine conversion runs
  Historical mailing list - Carolyn Kitzmann
  Fri, 19 Jan 2001 15:45:37 -0500
  You all may remember that I was converting my 82 Diesel to a Golf GT engine. Well it finally ran today, loud as s...
• Emission FAIL
  Historical mailing list - VW Addict aka The Bus Nut
  Thu, 15 Mar 2001 01:25:50 -0800
  ...this engine to last till I get another engine ready to swap in. It has 175K on it so its days are numbered. ===== Scott...
• Friday... english lessons...
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Fri, 6 Dec 2002 13:39:56 -0800
  ...loser - someone who does an engine transplant in a fully loaded Westy with a 1.3 liter NA Renault engine. lucifer - someone from texass...
• Re: Runs great, then dies(80 Air cooled Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Burchill
  Fri, 3 Oct 2003 13:16:51 -0500
  ...I cranked the engine a number of times until it fired, ran around dove under the car and grabbed the fuel pump, which was...
• Re: 2.1 Wasser Boxer exhaust system
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:38:24 -0500
  ...Part number in our webstore is exhaust2. This is for 2wd 86-91 Vanagon. These are all OE quality parts either from Denmark or...
• Re: Diesel Subaru Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 10 Mar 2006 22:05:13 -0500
  ...1 RON octane is equivalent to 87 CLC octane. (RON + MON)/2 = CLC octane number. This is the number that you will find printed...
• Re: Blinking oil pressure light
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 6 Dec 2020 17:25:16 -0800
  Best to install an oil pressure gauge so you lnow what’s really going on with this engine. I’ve installed this kit on...
• Re: Engine thoughts--now Go Westy engine management system
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Thu, 4 Jan 2018 15:10:08 -0400
  ...They don't say what engine rpm those numbers are achieved. No mention of its effect on stock drive train components either. >>> >>> I'm...
• Syncro part numbers for crankshaft shims, o-ring and oil seal
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Sat, 12 Dec 1998 22:02:51 EST
  My problem began last week with a major oil leak coming from betwen the engine and transmission of my 87 Syncro. After removing the...
• Re: Threw a rod pictures
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 13:19:50 -0600
  ...vwbecida/albums/) >> >> >> >> >> >> Very interesting ! Usually it's number three rod ! I have a >> quite similar >> looking engine in my storage of junk ! >> >> Cheers, >> >> Frank...
• Fwd: 82 Diesel oil pressure switch and thermal sensors
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Tue, 9 Jun 2009 14:50:06 -0500
  ...The vendor I discussed these with did a lot of cross-checking with Bosch part numbers, etc. and could not resolve either of these...
• Re: Engine installed and blowing a little smoke
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 25 Jun 2013 20:17:52 +0000
  ...the history of the engine, number of mi/Km and any previous major system repair? I am sure the engine experts will have more...
• Re: Idaho Vanaru? Now Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 29 Dec 1999 09:06:49 -0800
  I too am wrestling with the conversion issue, and installing a used engine to buy time. The Subaru is a great engine, but in...
• Re: Friday engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:55:55 -0700
  ...Friday engine conversions > it's not nonsense. > makes perfect sense ....... a true boxer does not share rods on the same > journal like V engines...
• Re: Tire size vs. Engine RPM
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Sat, 5 Oct 2002 13:37:26 -0400
  ...A revolutions per mile number that matches what one would get by calculating that number based on either tire height or circumference is almost...
• Re: Microbus Badges
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 5 Dec 2015 07:05:24 -0700
  ...I've searched for info on the engine, spare part suppliers, etc. > and haven't had much luck. Even a parts list or maintenance...
• Re: V'gon been sittin...Want to start her up again...recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Ben S
  Fri, 5 Aug 2005 11:18:34 -0700
  ...i think this has to do with transmission lubrication--with the tranny in neutral, the input (engine) side will not turn so the gear...
• Re: when is stopping/restarting better than idling?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 16 Jun 2012 22:36:40 -0700
  ...I challenge anyone to come up with a number that approximates the total number of running engines on the planet every minute.. I think...
• Re: 5-/6-cyl in VW vans, bell housing numbers
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 5 Aug 1996 09:51:07 +0200
  ...The number on the bellhousing he has (Audi 2.3 5 cyl to 4 speed box) is BCY 301103. But the guys down at...
• FS 1980 Full Westy Project Van
  Historical mailing list - Doug
  Sat, 21 Jul 2007 13:20:28 -0400
  ...stove, fridge, sink, and plenty of cabinets! Needs engine work, (don't have compression numbers), as she runs, but not well. Don't know...
• Re: Transmission Ratios, Diesels, Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 29 Oct 2001 01:48:48 EST
  ...82 HP engine the values are 4.11 and 18.26. For the diesels with 5.86 r&p, the numbers are 4.89...
• Re: Friday engine conversions
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:07:36 -0400
  ...Friday engine conversions > it's not nonsense. > makes perfect sense ....... a true boxer does �not share rods on the same > journal like V engines...
• I need a clutch housing 091 301 071 E
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 10:40:39 -0400
  ...I immediately pulled over and shut the engine down just as the oil pressure buzzer came on. There was old all over the rear...
• Re: Fuel Octane, Additives
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 18:50:28 -0400
  ...Likewise it's not in any question that a) engines gain nothing from an octane number higher than they need under given circumstances, which...
• Intermittant engine
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 21:40:59 -0800
  ...My engine is sometimes intermittant, usually at high altitude, in cold weather, on dry days after driving for about 30 minutes. The wiring harness...
• Re: Identifying Transmission - Solved
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 23 Jan 2003 12:57:28 -0600
  ...Identifying Transmission > > > > I'm trying to figure out which / what transmission I have in a 66 > > Splittie with a late bus engine (70/71...
• Re: Originally: JLP rebuilt wbxr engines in Denver
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:24:48 -0800
  ...engine case have a DH code on it ? you can't really tell visually which it is unless you see the case engine number...
• Re: "Brand new" bus
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Sat, 7 Apr 2007 10:20:36 -0400
  ...http://cgi.ebay.co.uk item number: 200090584764 Dave On 4/6/07, Greg Potts <greg@pottsfamily.ca> wrote: > > Hi Joy, > > No idea why...
• Re: Engine Oil Analysis?
  Historical mailing list - Dominique Cormann
  Wed, 31 May 2000 13:46:00 -0400
  ...hold of Herguth for engine oil analysis. Their > web site has been down for awhile, and the toll free number is no longer in...
• Vanagon stuff at junkyard
  Historical mailing list - Steve Suprata
  Tue, 12 Jun 2001 05:08:21 -0700
  ...interior looked like the large American conversions-big upholstered front seats, upholstered fold down back seat engine OK (written on side) Trans NO (same...
• Re: Shopping list or kit for Molotov fuel lines?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 3 Dec 2014 13:01:05 -0800
  ...Pinchers are not the correct tool. > > For the hose in the engine compartment the correct part number is now > N 90339702. You need 5...
• Re: Bilstein shocks for sale
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 12 Jun 2011 12:59:17 -0700
  Those part numbers are for 2WD Vanagon. On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 12:12 PM, Mike <mbucchino@charter.net> wrote: > You didn't...
• Re: Vanagon engine heater
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:14:41 -0700
  ...Vanagon >>> under engine heaters are indeed still available through NAPA. I >>> picked >>> up my brand new one just today. The part number is 605...
• Re: VW approved engine conversion kit
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Tue, 11 May 1999 08:58:49 -0500
  ...engine, filter box, > supports, hoses, wiring harness, etc. What is impressive is that with > very few exceptions, everything has a VW part number and...
• Frank's "new" engine rport
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Sat, 24 Apr 2004 07:02:37 -0400
  ...on a number. One of them being something that 90% or more of all vanagon owners that install a rebuilt engine are guilty of...
• Need Major Advice!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 06 Nov 1995 15:17:39 -0500 (CDT)
  ...this an indication of more trouble? Can anyone supply numbers of sources for remanufactured engines? What do ya'll think? Puzzled in Bell Buckle...
• Why so many '84 & '85 Westies??
  Historical mailing list - Roger Pease
  Fri, 10 Jul 1998 12:06:53 -0700
  ...I have not been keeping statistical data but it looks to me like a disproportionate number of Westfalias for sale are '84s and '85s...
• Hall Control Unit and timing
  Historical mailing list - Walter Evens
  Sat, 16 Feb 2002 20:50:35 -0800
  ...Same make and model number on unit. The swapped unit seemed to change the timing as in the engine turned over but with an...
• Clutch Peddle engagement point??
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 14 Apr 2006 13:06:20 -0700
  ...The numbers may differ, but I hope that you get the idea. In my current (and new to me) van, the clutch peddle does...
• Re: I'm driving from portland, OR -> missoula, MT
  Historical mailing list - Beth & Jere Hawn
  Fri, 1 Dec 2000 21:13:13 -0800
  Hi Jay, I've drive it a number of time. Its great. You'll do great. As far as a good mechanic...well there...
• Re: Van for sale, not mine
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 1 Oct 2022 15:00:10 -0400
  ...It will go for $6 - $7k. > > Maybe you can just forward this with a text number for contact - Simon - +1 (207) 557-3707 > > Eric...
• Piston Rings, HELP
  Historical mailing list - zyno
  Tue, 9 Jun 1998 19:39:29 -0400
  ...on number 4 piston when I noticed the ones I received look different than the broken ring I took off the engine. The ring...
• Re: Major oil leak help!
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 08:58:34 -0800
  ...17 Number: 87-05 Date: October 29, 1987 Subject: Oil Cooler seal leaks in extreme cold Model(s): Vanagon waterboxer, all Model Years Extreme...
• Re: Engine blown...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
  Thu, 5 Dec 1996 01:19:42 +0000
  ...I did not find any working engines in Portland, OR, auto recycling yards. One place had sold one recently for $550. The Vanagon it...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:04:17 -0500
  ...Of wonderful note we are starting to > see some interesting technologies for both gasoline and Diesel engines but I > see a number of forces...
• Re: 88 Vanagon thermostat question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 7 Feb 2005 21:44:46 -0500
  ...parts of the engine etc. Just guessing The new thermostat didn't have this checkvalve feature and had a part number of 025 121...
• Re: Parts source recommendations?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 23 Mar 2003 18:05:17 -0500
  ...There are a number of others that have specialized stuff like: AA Transaxle: http://www.aatransaxle.com/ Bob Donalds' Boston Engine: http://www.bostonengine...