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• Re: Advice on TD engine problem
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Thu, 28 May 2015 13:03:43 -0400
  ...Mine has a modern TDI powerplant, has a catalyst in place and runs quite clean. 20-22 mpg is attainable in well-tuned stock...
• Re: Our beloved digifant
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 17 Jul 2000 19:46:47 EDT
  ...guys saying I have to get rid of my header, 16V catalyst, Walker Turbo, K&N filter, Jacobs ignition amp, Platinum +4 plugs, ratio...
• Re: Vancouver Van-meet
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 21 Sep 2006 11:25:12 -0700
  ...Which was fine, because he doesn't even have a Vanagon but rather a Bay Westfakia! Thanks for being the catalyst Greg. We'll...
• Re: wbx 6, should I?
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 28 Feb 1999 22:42:58 -0500
  ...wbx 6, should I? > > > > > > At 05:36 PM 28/02/99 -0500, Ron wrote: > > >> No catalyst, what means $700 road tax per year. Arrgghh...
• Re: 85 Westfalia Weekender fails Evap test.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 16 Jun 2015 17:44:15 -0400
  ...Running catalyst should not have much to do to reduce CO and HC. It is needed for NOx. The O2 sensor is critical in...
• Re: Are there Emission Compliance Stickers in US Diesel vans?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:42:42 -0700
  ...It says: > > "VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION > THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO USEPA REGULATIONS > APPLICABLE TO 1982 MODEL YEAR NEW MOTOR VEHICLES > NON-CATALYST" > > and along...
• Re: Failed emissions (DEQ)
  Historical mailing list - Chad Lyles
  Sun, 17 Feb 2008 15:50:51 -0800
  well i guess my next question is, what is the catalyst and what will it take to pass emissions? just the O2 sensor? or...
• pickle has new shoes (Photos)
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sun, 30 Sep 2012 09:40:46 -0400
  ...The shrinking selection of Nokians in 14 inch sizes was the whole catalyst for the wheel change, actually. Right now I have them at...
• Re: Hybrid Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:07:06 -0700
  ...it's a really, really big if) someone has developed a catalyst > to do this without requiring extra energy then we can sleep easy...
• Re: Inside a Subi engine EJ22
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 14 Jul 2007 12:14:14 -0700
  ...I am talking about California. > Very likely the 2006 Subaru has a 3-way catalyst system. Your 84 Vanagon > after the conversion will have...
• 1981 Vanagon Exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Harris
  Tue, 9 Jan 2001 22:10:04 -0800
  ...It's a non-CAL., catalyst van. I hope I can explain this well. I need the 180-degree "U" fitting that turns from...
• Vanagon Anomaly?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 25 Feb 2006 22:18:54 -0800
  ...I looked at the door jamb and it it had a sticker that read Non-Catalyst, 1981 manufacture year. Hmmm, that made me think...
• Re: FRONT TIRE MOUNT
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Sun, 5 Mar 2006 17:54:10 -0500
  ...trying to get somewhat of a vintage look that was the catalyst for this idea. Now, I have the same questions as you since...
• Re: gfci outlet buzzes with inverter
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 11 Apr 2009 15:55:53 -0400
  ...It turned out to be my contact-lens disinfecting container, which used a weak hydrogen peroxide solution with a platinum catalyst to decompose it...
• zu: automatic vs. manual transmission
  Historical mailing list - Meier Michael
  Wed, 23 Jul 1997 18:25:38 +0200
  ...in europa I have had a 88 2.1 auto without catalyst for more than 3 years and it was a wonderful car. i...
• Re: While were talking mixture
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 13 Apr 2006 06:20:40 -0400
  ...Emissions are also higher during this time because the catalyst is "lighted". If you do lean the mixture, you will have drivability problems. The...
• Re: O2 sensor install anti seize-copper based?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 17:11:16 -0500
  ...Once the sensor starts to fail the catalyst is not far behind. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com...
• Re: '84 Vanagon with leaky rings?
  Historical mailing list - Ed Mellinger
  Mon, 30 Mar 1998 15:18:56 -0800
  ...On my recent pre-smog tuneup (and catalyst replacement :-( ) I rechecked and compression is about the same. Maybe the thing is slowly beating itself...
• Re: Header from Ahnendorp
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Sullivan
  Wed, 14 Jun 2000 15:03:50 -0400
  ...Anyone ever try one of these? Since the catalyst is no longer in the original position, I think the header would be technically illegal...
• Re: Vanagon Anomaly?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 Feb 2006 11:57:05 EST
  ...door jamb and it it had a sticker > that read Non-Catalyst, 1981 manufacture year. > Hmmm, that made me think this was formerly a...
• Re: Coolant Flush and Fill (Post Mortem)
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 4 Dec 1994 07:29:04 -0800 (PST)
  ...I think the white smoke, which disappears with the engine warm, is nothing but exhaust system condensation--the Catalyst does produce some H2O and...
• Emissions Testing. 1st reply was blocked.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:45:08 +0000
  ...The Waterboxer can pass this test even with the catalyst missing and with the correct basic adjustments a non-functioning O2 sensor. Properly working...
• Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 31 Jan 2015 16:20:43 -0500
  ...Do be aware that if the threads gall you may need to replace the catalyst. Before doing this job at the very least have...
• Re: catalytic mod
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Sat, 1 Apr 1995 21:08:27 -0800 (PST)
  ...and there is a really old car or truck (obviously without catalyst) close in front of me. I can't quite remember, but it...
• Re: pickle has new shoes (Photos)
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Sun, 30 Sep 2012 10:29:46 -0400
  ...shrinking selection of Nokians in 14 inch sizes was the whole catalyst > for the wheel change, actually. > > Right now I have them at 40psi...
• Re: Expected Life of a Cat Converter??
  Historical mailing list - Todd.Last
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 22:55:36 -0800
  ...fail in one of two ways, they plug up or > the catalyst gets contaminated. > > > Tom > www.towercooler.com > www.stir-plate.com > > > -----Original Message...
• FW: Our beloved digifant
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 17 Jul 2000 22:48:20 -0400
  ...Are you guys saying I have to get rid of my header, 16V > > catalyst, Walker Turbo, K&N filter, Jacobs ignition amp, Platinum +4...
• Re: Are there Emission Compliance Stickers in US Diesel vans?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 11 Jul 2010 08:15:29 -0700
  ...It says: > > "VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION > THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO USEPA REGULATIONS > APPLICABLE TO 1982 MODEL YEAR NEW MOTOR VEHICLES > NON-CATALYST" > > and along...
• Re: Inside a Subi engine EJ22
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sat, 14 Jul 2007 14:00:45 -0700
  ...I am talking about California. > > Very likely the 2006 Subaru has a 3-way catalyst system. Your 84 Vanagon > > after the conversion will have...
• Re: Expected Life of a Cat Converter??
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Christensen
  Sun, 16 Jan 2011 01:20:18 +0000
  ...fail in one of two ways, they plug up or the catalyst gets contaminated. Tom www.towercooler.com www.stir-plate.com -----Original Message...
• Re: 1.9 Head replacement (was lifter collapse / smog issue)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:00:37 EDT
  ...any sealing value except maybe to foul the O2 sensor and catalyst.<<<<< Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 Westy & Lionel Trains (_Collection for...
• Re: My European 112hp boxer motor passed Air Care!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 26 May 2003 23:30:19 -0700
  It certainly IS proof as the O2 circuit and catalyst isn't there! :) David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel-Hixon Road Quesnel...
• Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 3 Jul 2016 09:38:28 -0400
  ...The only thing our engines have besides the low state of tune to control NOx is the 3 way catalyst and O2 sensor system...
• Re: compression & advance
  Historical mailing list - Linda Bartnik
  Fri, 5 Jun 1998 11:50:12 -0400
  > > Plugged catalyst > I guess a possibility, though I would expect to also experience loss of power under this condition. I will check it out...
• Re: Coolant in exhaust
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Mon, 23 Apr 2018 08:06:21 -0700
  ...The o2 sensor and catalyst will also be destroyed. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of...
• Re: NOx emissions (WAS: '85 Westy failing Pa. emissions) 3 way cats
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 23 Feb 1998 23:02:14 -0500
  ...THe high NOx actually >>| comes from when the 3-way catalyst's NOx conversion efficiency takes a >>| dive from the lean mixture. A three...
• Re: Water Wetter
  Historical mailing list - Jon Brown
  Thu, 25 Aug 2005 07:37:56 -0700
  ...anything for freeze protection, only reduces engine temps by being a catalyst for heat exchange. ----- Original Message ----- From: "John Bange" <jbange@GMAIL.COM> To...
• '81 Engine work
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 Jun 1995 16:30:18 -0700
  ...Also check for disintegration of the catalyst, a common problem on these babies. John
• Re: exhaust bolts / studs... tips or tricks?
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Sun, 18 May 2008 10:27:33 -0400
  ...I like to use PB Penetrating Catalyst on the fasteners to help break them free; it really works well (I have no association with...
• Re: I am almost ready to shoot my vaagon!
  Historical mailing list - Beth & Jere Hawn
  Sat, 9 Dec 2000 23:31:10 -0800
  ...Recent > fuel, air filter and pump. > > New Oxy sensor. > > My catalytic converter is empty of any catalyst and the muffler has been > cleaned out...
• Re: oops, more questions on O2 sensors
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Jun 2005 23:50:08 -0400
  ...Engine oil has recently been reformulated as it was destroying O2 sensor and catalysts. To make things worse, new ones are not always good...
• Body Seam Rust - zinc chromate
  Historical mailing list - Fitz-Randolph, Douglas
  Wed, 16 Jun 1999 14:40:50 -0400
  ...of etching primer, catalyst and 2 pt.. of epoxy primer - for $32. I bought the kit, but it'll be years before I can...
• Re: 85 Exhaust:
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Fri, 28 Jul 2000 10:33:54 -0700
  ...There is provision for a catalyst in the stock location, so it's legal. I bought my camper this way, and I can't...
• Re: Looks like a Westie...
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 29 Oct 2018 18:39:21 +0000
  ...it....      Some even think it's too noisy and turn to > > catalyst type heaters. > > You have to get used to something... > > > > Steven > > 91 Westy >
• Re: Maximum engine power and Performance Chip disscussion
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Fri, 14 Mar 2003 11:25:31 -0800
  ...Best > emissions in a catalyst-equipped engine are obtained with a mixture that > alternates between slightly rich and slightly lean, hovering around the > mixture...
• Re: Ford Galaxy Friday-Emissions-Hydrogen
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:16:43 -0500
  ...Heat, a catalyst and some processing gave us hydrogen and nitrogen which we used as blanket gas for many processes. Dennis -----Original Message----- From...
• switch mystery 251 906 257
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Fri, 11 Apr 2003 15:15:32 EDT
  ...The switch is part number 251 906 257 and it is labled "switch for catalyst control". Under the Model heading it says it's...
• Re: Possible aaz/ turbo diesel source?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:16:31 -0400
  ...EGR, Catalysts, and Urea injection are being used to control it. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On...
• six cylinder vanagons
  Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 17:57:53 -0400
  ...One of the catalysts for my long dream of a Porsche=powered Vanagon was a conversion done by the Porsche factory, which I saw...
• Re: Dipstick Blowing Out? Urgent.- Oil level.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 8 Oct 2013 09:52:48 -0400
  ...Once the oil pushes past the rings consider catalyst and O2 sensor replacement. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
• Re: 77 price comparison
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 14 Jun 95 15:30:36 EDT
  ...Zbarted, I had done body work, paint, new rubber, and the catalyst for all this was dad replaced the engine with a factory 2...
• Try this on for size...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 24 Sep 94 00:01:17 EDT
  ...025 251 053 E Muffler $267.35 021 251 185 E Tailpipe $20.54 443 131 701 Catalyst (?) $754.00 025 251 521 Strap...
• Re: six cylinder vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Jim Perrin
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 23:18:16 EDT
  In a message dated 98-07-15 Kennedy wrote: << One of the catalysts for my long dream of a Porsche=powered Vanagon was a...
• Re: Internal water pipe diameter
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Polson
  Mon, 16 Sep 2002 18:17:32 +0100
  ...of any corrosion of the copper (mainly copper salts) act as catalysts for any differential corrosion between steel and aluminum? Are there any "better...
• Re: Electronic Rust Protection?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Cavanaugh
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 16:32:07 -0400
  ...In other words the CounterAct >>system acts like a catalyst altering the rate of the reaction >>without actually affecting any change in the thermodynamics...
• Re: Empty Cat. Converter
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Mon, 25 Sep 2000 10:43:29 -0400
  ...It too had an empty catalyst. I remember thinking > that this was strange as I bought the Vanagon from a VW dealer (they > shouldn...
• Re: HELP: Engine stopped
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Thu, 7 Jul 2016 20:49:19 +0200
  ...up with the spark three or four strokes later in the catalyst. Burnt Cat and a nice flame out the muffler... Regards Raimund Am...
• Re: poo powder and related
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 8 Oct 2011 18:31:24 -0700
  ...In addition to the unidentified "non-toxic polymer," the powder contains a "decay causing catalyst," in other materials described as an "enzyme." > > Maybe you...
• Re: Expected Life of a Cat Converter??
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 20:31:47 -0600
  ...fail in one of two ways, they plug up or > the catalyst gets contaminated. > > > Tom > www.towercooler.com > www.stir-plate.com > > > -----Original Message...
• Re: Inside a Subi engine EJ22
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Sat, 14 Jul 2007 19:17:13 -0700
  ...I am talking about California. > > > Very likely the 2006 Subaru has a 3-way catalyst system. Your 84 Vanagon > > > after the conversion will have...