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• Vanagon 1.9L seized
  Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
  Wed, 11 Sep 1996 22:38:48 +0000
  ...Is there a better source for quality replacements for the following? head gasket set main bearings rod bearings camshaft and bearings piston rings distributor...
• Hi-power camshafts + other bits
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sat, 10 Oct 1998 03:00:27 -0700
  ...and under a small header with wasserboxer engine components, they offered camshafts for wbx, hydraulic valvetrain, from stock to 310� , made by Pauter. Has...
• Re: Re Waterboxer power vs Transplants
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 22:55:45 EDT
  ...buy some of it back in the form of a new camshaft. I will let you know how (fast) it goes. Robert 1982 Westfalia...
• Re: German Engineering
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:09:38 -1000
  ...how the camshaft sprocket is mounted to the camshaft on a diesel vanagon and many of those 1.6 and 1.9 diesesl engines...
• Worn cam and lifters
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Mon, 17 Jul 95 11:21:10 PDT
  Alistair, When I took apart my old engine, the only part that looked REALLY bad was the camshaft. Besides the cam bearings, that is...
• Aftermarket oil filter (Urgent)
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Thu, 1 Aug 2002 15:25:00 -0400
  Hi gang, My 84GL twin turbo with DOHC (double over head camshaft) and triple fuel injector with "NOS"(nitro oxide system pwer boost) system...
• Re: TDI bad camshaft
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Mon, 23 May 2011 16:20:44 -0600
  ...TDI bad camshaft >> >> >>> hey guys have a 05 TDI engine that has eatten up one of the lobes on the >>> camshaft. Is this a...
• Happy TIICO?
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Duggan
  Wed, 10 Mar 2004 23:20:51 -0800
  Hi Friends I am thinking of putting a TIICO conversion engine with the ECU and camshaft upgrade into my 89 westy. It seems like...
• Re: need help with engine assembly
  Historical mailing list - Doug in CA
  Sun, 28 Mar 2004 19:37:25 -0800
  ...i've > > read that if you dont put them back in their original position, it will > > cause premature failure of the camshaft. has anyone...
• Inventory reduction sale, new and used parts
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Fri, 24 Nov 2000 12:46:05 -0500
  ...Vanagon oil pans, new, $100 each One 1.9/2.1 camshaft, new, -1 tolerance (019C), $75 Two left side headlight assemblies (both beams...
• waterboxer overhaul
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn Ratjen
  Wed, 8 Sep 1999 16:02:02 -0700
  ...What can be done to improve performance? (larger valves? different camshaft? or: Kompressor also called blower to precharge intake air, would Digifant recognize and...
• More crap on engine transplanted Van..
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 2 May 2007 21:12:55 -0700
  ...Also, decided to install a more powerful (say all the inline 4 freaks) camshaft..that cost just $129 and uses standard everything else.. Even...
• Re: Is THIS the "boxer" transplant we've been waiting for?
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Thu, 8 Mar 2018 13:32:31 +0000
  ...Like on Audi twin camshaft heads, which use an > oilpressure controlled tensioner (adjusting intake to outlet camshaft). > > David, I mean the ugly gear connecting...
• Re: Help Timing Diesel after replacing head gasket
  Historical mailing list - will wood
  Tue, 26 Nov 1996 21:02:17 -0700
  ...I tried to keep from moving the >crank, camshaft, or the pump...but things happen. I set the engine to >TDC and the camshaft...
• Re: stumped
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:08:28 -0800
  ...and the firing order is > 1-3-4-2. ... > 5. � The camshaft/crank timing appears to be correct; I've done this before > with...
• Re: Strange noise
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 13 Nov 1998 16:20:54 EST
  ...I'm going out on a limb here and suspecting camshaft because I think a crank bearing would have failed catastrophically by now. I...
• Re: German Engineering
  Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
  Tue, 16 Aug 2016 18:33:47 -0700
  ...a BRILLIANT piece of german engineering.. > > how the camshaft sprocket is mounted to the camshaft on a diesel vanagon > and many of those 1...
• Engine Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Mon, 6 Apr 2009 13:29:27 -0400
  ...sleeves, pistons, camshaft etc... I am awaiting a final parts list from him now but want to be sure I am not missing anything...
• Re:Horsepower upgrades for 1.9 liter
  Historical mailing list - Dyen Fred D.
  Mon, 23 Jun 1997 22:36:36 -0800 (AKDT)
  ...liners with 2.1 liter pistons and cylinders, and having the camshaft reground with a mild performance (RV) cam profile. I did this 40...
• Inline 4 fuel consumption..Clarification...
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 14:59:51 -0700
  ...Mine is probably putting out around 105-110 with a better exhaust, camshaft and snorkel air intake..Not painfully slow like the diesel Westy...
• Re: Air cooled camshaft
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:31:14 -0700
  ...Air cooled camshaft Sounds like a real mess. I'd just convert it to water cooling and Subaru engine. What I've noticed is...
• Re: Friday: One Bolt Led To Another.....
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 16 Oct 2016 14:11:38 -0700
  ...On 10/16/16, Brett Ne <brettn777@gmail.com> wrote: > Neil > > I didn't look that closely, but it the camshaft was more than...
• Re: diesel questions
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Fri, 7 Oct 2011 05:40:48 -0400
  ...too. > > An opinions on this? > With all of the oil-related camshaft problems in the Pump Duse engines, I would use VW's recommended...
• Re: Vanagon 1.9L seized
  Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
  Sat, 14 Sep 1996 20:24:02 +0000
  ...Is there a better source >> for quality replacements for the following? >> >> head gasket set >> main bearings >> rod bearings >> camshaft and bearings >> piston rings >> distributor...
• Re: Timing belt replacement and valve timing in VW gas and Diesel engines
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:39:59 -0700
  ...No camshaft nut loosening and re-setting of cam timing. > > Any reason a Diesel would be more sensitive to (very small variations in) cam...
• Another 2.1L nut/case question
  Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
  Thu, 5 May 2011 11:11:43 -0500
  ...These were found on the studs at the front of the camshaft, and the rear of the crankshaft. Is this right? *http://tinyurl.com...
• re: MOFOCO report
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Mar 1996 13:25:24 -1000
  ...They forgot to include the camshaft. And the replacement oil cooler? Used. I was very clear about ordering "new, not rebuilt". I stuck a...
• Re: cool w/ low oil
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 4 May 1997 10:45:35 PST
  ...As near as I can (geometrically) tell the camshaft is half submerged (with oil at the top notch of the dipstick). I would hazard...
• Re: 1985 Vanagon GL
  Historical mailing list - Marion Lathem
  Mon, 21 Aug 2006 15:58:45 -0500
  Roger, Yes I made sure the crankshaft and camshaft were timed together. The two dots and the single dot, single went in the grove...
• Re: Is THIS the "boxer" transplant we've been waiting for?
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Thu, 8 Mar 2018 15:06:20 +0100
  ...Like on Audi twin camshaft heads, which use an >> oilpressure controlled tensioner (adjusting intake to outlet camshaft). >> >> David, I mean the ugly gear connecting...
• Engine alternative (inline four) a bit long
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:49:36 -0700
  ...I also have installed a new camshaft (260 degree) from Autotech (below) and a performance Magnaflow SS muffler. It probably performs like a very...
• Re: Diesel engines available
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sat, 24 Mar 2018 13:03:25 +0000
  ...Mounts > and stuff still with it. > From a 98 New Bettle, (AHU?) Camshaft broken at sprocket when pulled from > wrecking yard. Pulled injectors and...
• Pushrods for hydraulic lifter motors
  Historical mailing list - Jon Hathaway
  Wed, 8 Jul 1998 16:55:32 -0400
  ...does anyone need a couple of 1.8L crankshaft/connecting rod/camshaft sets?? Free to good home, WILL NOT SHIP... Must be picked up...
• Re: Cylinder hone -conclusion?
  Historical mailing list - Scott W.
  Thu, 22 Jan 2004 14:57:07 -0800
  ...My plan was to replace all the bearings, main,rod,crankshaft,camshaft. And to reuse the barrels and pistons. New heads. New pumps, oil...
• Re: 6 cylinder engine?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 25 Nov 2001 22:39:52 +1300
  ...A narrow-angle (12-15 degrees, can't remember) which uses ONE head with 2 camshafts; each camshaft runs all of the valves on...
• Diesel parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Wed, 9 Sep 1998 06:28:47 EDT
  ...but broken timing belt damaged camshaft and valves. Paid over $1500. air filter box (small cracks) $10.00 other assorted bits and pieces All...
• Re: Recommended Auto Body in South, FL
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Mon, 13 Aug 2001 14:21:23 -0500
  ...I would be concerned about the transmission gears, differential, seals, perhaps the camshaft gear in this case, since the van was suddenly jerked back...
• Re: 85 Vanagon low compression in 2 cylinders. Suggestions?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:18:18 -0400
  ...wrote: > Scott, the 2 opposing cylinders share lobes on the camshaft so the > camshaft may be badly worn for them. That does mean splitting...
• Parts on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 15 Dec 2001 07:56:24 -0700
  ...I have a camshaft (looks good), an AFM with no lid and minimal track wear, a wiper motor assembly, and a good (JB Welded...
• Another Type IV
  Historical mailing list - Bill Minor
  Fri, 26 Jul 2002 11:13:45 -0500
  ...and rod journals. #6) Case never align bored. #7) Camshaft shows no wear. #8) Camshaft drive end bearing showing some wear, others like new...
• Re: TDI bad camshaft
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 24 May 2011 13:13:39 -0400
  ;-). I totally understand. Chris. Wysłane z iPhone'a Dnia May 23, 2011 o godz. 22:17 Rocket J Squirrel <camping.elliott@gmail.com> napisał...
• Bottom end reassembly?
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 24 Apr 2000 14:12:27 MST
  ...Case and other parts have already been cleaned. #2 Then I will position case (1/2 of case) sideways and grease the camshaft and...
• Waterboxer hop-up vs. swap
  Historical mailing list - Eric Pickering
  Wed, 10 Mar 1999 22:25:54 +0000
  ...ratio rockers, chip work, flowed heads (and polished), maybe bigger valves, camshaft, perf. exhaust, better intake, even lighter connecting rods for higer RPMs and...
• can you help me?
  Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
  04 Feb 97 05:07:58 EST
  ...a GTI 1.8L 8v digifant 1992. >I have a neuspeed camshaft ( 268 ), a KN filter, a eurosport headers and a >Seebring Muffler. I...
• Re: need help with engine assembly
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 28 Mar 2004 22:31:11 -0600
  ...i've > > read that if you dont put them back in their original position, it will > > cause premature failure of the camshaft. has anyone...
• Re: MPG from an I-4 engine: two tank test.
  Historical mailing list - ---------------------
  Wed, 16 May 2007 13:19:30 -0400
  ...I've been through two tanks of fuel since I changed camshafts. Mixed driving, about half and half town and country without any special...
• Re: Diesel engines available
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 23 Mar 2018 15:21:29 -0400
  ...Mounts and stuff still with it. > From a 98 New Bettle, (AHU?) Camshaft broken at sprocket when pulled from wrecking yard. Pulled injectors and...
• Re: 1987 Westy Weekender
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Mar 2002 09:18:28 EST
  ...This engine is > shit, from head gasket to alternator bracket, water pump, stuck exhaust > bolt, broken camshaft, trany an so on… the MEXICO made...
• Re: German Engineering
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 16 Aug 2016 20:14:13 -0700
  ...a BRILLIANT piece of german engineering.. > > > > how the camshaft sprocket is mounted to the camshaft on a diesel vanagon > > and many of those 1...
• WAS Re: Bottom end reassembly?
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 12:54:33 MST
  ...Case and other > > parts have already been cleaned. > > > > #2 Then I will position case (1/2 of case) sideways and grease the >camshaft > > and...
• Fw: 86 syncro I-4 swap
  Historical mailing list - Jon Brown
  Mon, 2 Jun 2003 08:07:26 -0700
  ...A different, exclusive GoWesty proprietary camshaft grind specifically for this engine. This engine requires 91 octane fuel and will pass tail pipe emissions test...
• Re: TDI bad camshaft
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 24 May 2011 20:46:24 -0700
  ...TDI bad camshaft To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2011, 7:14 PM re I had to get my leaky heads...
• Re: Who throws more rods contest, was: Re: SUBIE VAN ENGINE FIRE...LISTER NEEDS HELP in PA
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:33:30 -0400
  ...con rods, distributor drive, starter ring gear, flywheel, autodrive plate, camshaft drive belts, camshaft & cam followers, cylinder head gasket, cylinder block, crankshaft pulley, turbo...
• Re: Wifes Audi - Oil Leak - NVC
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Mon, 26 Nov 2007 19:24:27 -0800
  ...I had to buy the special camshaft holding bar, and crank positioning pin in order to R&R a leaky thermostat seal. I wish...
• 88 Engine rebuild
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Jul 1996 01:48:24 PST
  ...If that wasn't enough to top off my day, My engine parts arrived WITHOUT the camshaft I ordered and was billed for. I...
• Re: timing belt?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 22 Sep 94 11:09:21 ADT
  ...I think do-it-yourself is easy enough, if you DON'T let the camshaft or engine pulleys move AT ALL when installing.
• Re: clickin lifters
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Fri, 13 Jun 2003 14:33:33 -0700
  ...clickin lifters Sometimes I think it depends on the position of the camshaft when you turn your motor off. -------------------- Clip ---------------------- If you had a...
• Re: need help with engine assembly
  Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
  Sun, 28 Mar 2004 23:33:16 -0800
  ...I decided to have my camshaft reground because it has visible wear and it's only going to cost about $50, but if I...
• Intake Manifold Vacum... more of
  Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
  Tue, 25 Aug 1998 11:29:28 -0700
  ...I was told as well that the camshaft may be my problem, but that would mean a constant irregular idle or in my case...
• Re: Highway speeds
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 02:07:22 -0500
  ...Tuned, no doubt to coincide with the torque peak of the camshaft. What you may hear most, though, is the resonance in the exhaust...