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• 1.25 ratio rockers on 1.9L motor?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Boldway
  Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:38:54 -0800
  ...I've eliminated the nasty restriction in the J-pipe and will be fitting a new muffler to replace my rusty one with a...
• Re: Alternative mufflers in place of OEM etc..
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Fri, 5 Jul 2002 08:29:34 -0400
  ...Even these hangers allowed some vibration which eventually led to the 'J' pipe braking. Now on our '86 Syncro, I have replaced all of...
• Idle update
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 21 Jan 2003 13:38:21 -0500
  ...Thoughts? But then again, the J pipe in the exhaust, the part that connects to the cat. conv., seems to have a leak in...
• Re: Stainless Steel Exhaust Fasteners
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 13 Feb 2005 07:33:55 -0800
  ...This includes just two pipes - the collector, and the J pipe leading into the cat, but I was able to remove them a few...
• Re: 1.9 L Complete Exhaust System CANADA
  Historical mailing list - FRANK CONDELLI
  Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:55:47 -0400
  ...J-pipe, 2.1, 025 251 147BL <https://www.frankcondelli.com/staging1/store/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=108> J-pipe, 2...
• Parts for Sale
  Historical mailing list - CC
  Sat, 25 Mar 2000 11:59:01 CST
  ...2.1 WBX muffler, tailpipe, cat converter, J pipe; might seperate. 4. Late model 4 spd tranny. Bad ring and pinion. 5. One pair...
• VW camping events in the North East
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 7 Sep 2001 06:29:08 EDT
  ...I will have STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System mufflers & j-pipes for viewing & sale, and will have some ETKA discs for anyone interested...
• Re: sometimes it just won't go...
  Historical mailing list - Grungy
  Mon, 7 Mar 2011 06:05:13 -0600
  ...The joint where the J-pipe attached to the headers was loose, and there was a puddle of gas under it after trying to...
• Re: Was: Exhausted, but quite...finally! Now Dremel!
  Historical mailing list - Eric Giroux
  Wed, 20 Jun 2001 08:59:37 -0400
  ...Last Tuesday, the J- pipe >>separated from the Y-pipe -- the result of rusted-through bolts. Phred >>sounded like a Harley on steroids, but...
• Re: Sourcing parts for my '90 Automatic project.
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 8 Nov 2011 08:59:43 -0500
  ...1-2 pipe is the same as well. > The headers and J pipes I will need though. > > Thanks! > > -Craig > '85GL > '90GL > '87 Sunroof Syncro >
• Re: Exahust Pipes
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 24 Aug 2001 23:18:38 -0400
  > Note to anyone looking at the Stebro stainless J-pipe > for their exhaust. I bought one for my Syncro. > Fit was fine. Dummy that...
• '87 Syncro GL FS in NH
  Historical mailing list - JonR
  Tue, 25 Mar 2003 13:00:55 -0500
  ...5 spd with creeper 1st gear Locking rear differential new exhaust ( J-pipe, Cat, Muffler, tailpipe) Some seam rust, some dings & dents... Eckhart hitch...
• Re: Help! loosing idle speed
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 20:46:05 -0500
  Drill a hole? There's already a port in the J pipe before the cat for testing; no need to drill a hole. Marc...
• Exhaust ? S&S, Stock
  Historical mailing list - John Lunetta
  Wed, 25 Dec 2002 12:30:04 -0500
  ...After all the original lasted 12 years except the muffler and the J pipe that were replaced once.Well I hope I helped. John...
• FW: [Vanagon-Westfalia] The Possible Answer to A Bunch of Vanagon Problems
  Historical mailing list - Jay Roth
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 10:16:17 -0500
  ...My J-Pipe to the engine pipes had a small leak--pft--pft--pft, and I thought possibly this cold be giving the oxy...
• Effect of Oxy Sensor on a 2.1 engine
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Sun, 18 Jan 2004 22:48:21 -0500
  Hi All, My J-pipe was rotten and I was hoping it would last a bit longer than it did. When it fell off...
• Disconnecting the Oxygen Sensor
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Wed, 6 Oct 2004 13:38:33 -0400
  ...When we first got our van, the J-pipe broke upstream of the oxygen sensor in the middle of a road trip. Just like...
• Re: cutting off exhaust "elbow pipe"
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Wed, 1 May 2013 08:54:55 -0400
  Mark, You should be able to slip the j-pipe into the system. Be sure the gaskets are aligned when you tighten the new...
• Re: More STEBRO/Vanagon News
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 24 Sep 2000 10:03:11 -0700
  I'd be interested, but maybe a simpler solution would be to redesign the J pipe to give more room for the muffler and...
• 2.1 Exhaust. P. 26.9 Bentley: "5 Diaphragm Springs" ?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 7 May 2012 10:15:49 -0700
  ...using just bolts, washers, nuts, at union between manifold outlet and J-pipe inlet? Also.... the "copper" nuts people refer to in exhaust installations...
• Parts for sale!
  Historical mailing list - CC
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 03:10:09 CDT
  ...Muffler, tailpipe, cat, "J" pipe, collector for 2.1 WBX 5. One pair black power mirrors and control switch. 6. Chrome front bumper. Also...
• Re: FW: [Vanagon-Westfalia] The Possible Answer to A Bunch of VanagonProblems
  Historical mailing list - shawn luft
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 12:06:16 -0400
  ...terrible and > this really had me stumped--until last weekend. > > My J-Pipe to the engine pipes had a small leak--pft--pft--pft...
• Re: FW: [Vanagon-Westfalia] The Possible Answer to A Bunch of Vanagon Problems
  Historical mailing list - James Walldow
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 21:11:02 -0800
  ...terrible and >this really had me stumped--until last weekend. > >My J-Pipe to the engine pipes had a small leak--pft--pft--pft...
• Re: Muffler Replacement Project - Torque Values Needed
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 08:32:40 -0400
  ...I am replacing the three bolts that hold the J-pipe to the cast iron Y-manifold and just need the torque values for...
• For Sale: �91 motor/�87 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Raul Cisneros
  Sat, 7 Aug 1999 11:03:00 EDT
  I have a complete �91 water boxer motor complete with exhaust pipes (2WD) up to Y collector (no J pipe, CAT or Muffler). It...
• Re: Muffler, odd problem
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 23:53:41 EDT
  ...To plumb your muffler properly, you have to loosen the flared, beveled ring fittings at either end of the j-pipe then adjust the...
• Re: Complete Exaust Systems 91 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 19 Jun 2003 07:05:21 EDT
  ...stainless steel system that I offer featuring the STEBRO/Vanagon Muffler & J-pipe before you make a decision. See my <A HREF="http://members...
• Re: '80 ac vangon exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 20 Apr 2005 16:55:11 -0500
  ...I'm assuming from the picture that is bolts directly to the exchangers - no need for the 'J' pipe. TIA jamie '80 ac vanagon...
• Exhaust mods - gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Tom Boldway
  Sat, 19 May 2012 20:43:30 -0700
  ...for 1MPG and a few horses as they don't have this horrible J pipe. Tom "Spiny Norman" '84 Westy "Disnsale" '86 Alfa Spider
• Update, including rear wiper controller
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 21 Mar 2020 09:24:49 -0700
  ...Got a new one plus a new collector ( cast unit that combines the two pipes from head to the j pipe). When I replaced...
• Re: 84 GL Exhaust System
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 4 May 1996 10:49:06 -0400
  ...Two flanges on the WB in th wrong direction for the J pipes to fit. DANSK pipes are not as heavy,(flanges and pipes...
• New SS exhaust pipes for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 07:10:28 EDT
  ...All these pipes are manufactured from 304 stainless with a 0.049 wall thickness except for the 1.9 J-pipe which is of...
• STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust News
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 10 Mar 2001 06:16:17 EST
  ...Please visit our website to learn all about our Stainless Steel Mufflers and J-pipes for all 1.9 and 2.1 litre waterboxer...
• Buses of the Corn
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 12 Aug 2002 08:03:24 EDT
  ...I will have <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm"> STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Mufflers & J-pipes</A> for both 1.9...
• Re: 2.1 L Exhaust Header Gasket Size, Can you use any other VW model years gasket?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:22:29 -0400
  ...talking about the gasket from the cast iron piece to the j-pipe? This is a donut type gasket. The correct part number 855...
• 2.1L Engine for sale $1250
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Mon, 20 Nov 2006 16:26:17 -0800
  ...the engine I won't need. Not included in the sale: J-pipe from exhaust, CAT and muffler. The muffler is old and tired...
• Slight lack of power around 2k RPM - 1.9L Manual
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Wed, 26 Jun 2013 10:49:40 -0400
  ...I also istalled a "new" exhaust fromt he J-Pipe back. I'm noticing since the new ECU is in she has a bit...
• Parts For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 13:30:49 -0800
  ...40 each 2.1 cast iron collector (connects header pipes to "J" pipe) $40 Radiator $50 Also radiator fan for AC-equipped vans. Alternator...
• Re: GoWesty exhaust and oxygen sensors
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Wed, 14 Nov 2018 06:08:46 -0800
  There is a small port on the J pipe, the last piece of exhaust before the catalytic converter. I believe it's present to...
• Re: In search of 1.9 exhaust pipes
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 7 Jul 2009 05:33:18 EDT
  ...Instead found that the J pipe has some good rust holes on it, the rear pipe had what I thought was a crack. It...
• Re: Bluestar project progress
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 1 May 2013 05:51:55 -0400
  ...The bung for the J-pipe, I have one or two, OEM parts that may be available from your dealer, Cap Nut, 4A0 131...
• Transporters at the Glen
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 3 Oct 2002 07:36:53 EDT
  ...I will have <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm">STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Mufflers & J-pipes</A>, <A HREF="http://members...
• Re: 2.1 Exhaust. P. 26.9 Bentley: "5 Diaphragm Springs" ?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 11 May 2012 18:36:52 -0700
  ...Like some others though, the union between manifold and J-pipe on my 1988 appears to be the stock donut and 3 nut/bolts...
• Re: cutting off exhaust "elbow pipe"
  Historical mailing list - Mark Brush
  Wed, 1 May 2013 13:54:03 -0400
  ...gmail.com> wrote: > Mark, > You should be able to slip the j-pipe into the system. Be sure the gaskets > are aligned when you...
• Re: Vanagon exhaust diameter? + Custom exhaust fabrication questions.
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:28:22 -0400
  ...5/8" 90 degree pipes from manifold to collector, then a > "J" pipe forward, around, and back to stock Vanagon cat and muffler. > OR...
• Re: Was: Exhausted, but quite...finally! Now Dremel!
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 20 Jun 2001 09:48:03 -0500
  ...Last Tuesday, the J- pipe >>separated from the Y-pipe -- the result of rusted-through bolts. Phred >>sounded like a Harley on steroids, but...
• Re: 1.9L - Will not idle cold - when warm idles at 2800RPM
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Mon, 7 Jun 2010 20:11:44 -0400
  ...He said it has been running fine - the only change that was made is he replaced the J-pipe int he exhaust system - said...
• Re: E check
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 9 Aug 2001 06:38:05 EDT
  ...We have a stainless steel muffler and j-pipe for your Vanagon. Go to our website by clicking the hotlink above for complete technical...
• Re: Exhaust mods - gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 20 May 2012 06:34:43 -0400
  ...for 1MPG and a few horses as they don't have this horrible J pipe. > > Tom > "Spiny Norman" '84 Westy > "Disnsale" '86 Alfa Spider
• Got dem ole lousy idle blues again,mama
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 13:08:42 -0700
  ...didnt cause my problems.I swapped the tailpipe,muffler,cat,and j pipe ,as a unit.Then I swapped a afm,hall control,idle...
• Re: 84 Vanagon stops running intermitantly.
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Madsen
  Tue, 18 Dec 2001 15:27:32 -0500
  ...I changed the broken J-pipe and O2 sensor - runs like a champ again.. Ken Madsen Toronto, Ontario 87GL -----Original Message----- From: John Hawk...
• Got dem ole lousy idle blues again,mama
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 13:08:57 -0700
  ...didnt cause my problems.I swapped the tailpipe,muffler,cat,and j pipe ,as a unit.Then I swapped a afm,hall control,idle...
• Re: Decision Time
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 06:07:28 EDT
  ...Muffler $275 and J-pipe $180 delivered to your door. You can then get the DANSK stainless steel headers from <A HREF="http://www...
• Re: ? Lock Washers on Exhaust Fasteners?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 05:58:21 EDT
  ...members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm">STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Muffler & J-pipe</A> now for some time. No problems. The nylon will melt...
• STEBRO Exhaust News
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 9 Oct 2000 08:36:26 EDT
  Ta dum !! Drum Roll ! This message is to announce the official launch of the STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel J-pipe for all Vanagons with...
• Re: Broken Stebro Muffler Bracket / Malcolm's trip
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 9 Aug 2005 05:51:48 EDT
  ...I have begun using the steel doughnut gasket between the CAT and J-pipe and between the J-pipe and collector with no problems...
• Re: Canadian Exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 29 Jun 2001 06:42:00 EDT
  ...We currently have a muffler and j-pipe for the 2.1 litre Vanagons and a muffler for the 1.9 litre Vanagons. You...
• Re: Stainless Steel Exhaust Components
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 3 Aug 2002 07:06:17 EDT
  ...They may however, soon, after December for sure, have a muffler and J-pipe available for the 2.0 litre air cooled Vanagon. Don...
• CoCC & STEBRO
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 23 Sep 2000 07:07:59 EDT
  ...I will have some STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Mufflers & J-pipes with me for show and sale. Special prices will be in effect for...
• 1.9 l Dansk Exhaust Comments
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 13 Oct 2000 15:08:46 -0700
  ...Both fit onto the heads with minimal fussing, but both front pipes were slightly short of meeting up with the J-pipe and had...