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• Re: Help! Won't Start
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sun, 17 Dec 2000 23:01:06 -0800
  ...pay particular attention to the wire that goes from the coil to the distributor.... Bill [text/html]
• High resistance causing no spark?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Jeffrey
  Sat, 25 Jun 2005 13:30:01 -0700
  ...I tested the lead from the coil to the center of the distributor cap and it showed ~16,000 ohms of resistance (if I...
• Okay READ the subject bar...Hall Effect SPEEDO question.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Thoma
  Thu, 29 May 2008 14:04:28 -0700
  ...I don't see how the signal from a distributor could be used for anything except a tach. Does that little box at the...
• Re: No start/no spark
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:34:19 -0400
  ...remove the 13mm nut that holds the distributor clamp to the block, >> you can lift the distributor/clamp out and spin it by hand...
• Distributors etc.
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Fri, 3 Mar 95 11:22:06 PST
  ...Your 009's advance curve can be measured by any good distributor shop. If you have an idea of the cam parameters and can...
• Re: rebuilt 2.1 runs like crap - can't figure it out
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 16:59:49 -0400
  ...I think I put the distributor drive shaft in > wrong, but from what I understand, that doesn't matter because you can turn > the...
• Re: Little VW Content but Relevant for the DIY Crowd
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sat, 29 Nov 2008 11:36:23 -0500
  ...So you go to > the distributors Website and search for a list of retailers that you might > buy the product from. But the distributor...
• Re: 85 Vanagon Morning Starting Issues...
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 5 Aug 2016 07:35:58 -0400
  ...I believe the best temporary solution is to wipe the wires, distributor cap, and coil with paper towels and isopropyl alcohol, the highest percentage...
• Re: Windshields: all years the same?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Wed, 29 Dec 2004 22:09:12 -0700
  ...all years the same? > > >> follow-on question for stan w.: >> >> stan, you suggested canvassing glass distributors for leftover inventory >> they may want to unload...
• Re: Bad Idle Stabilizer?
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 28 Jan 2004 08:29:35 -0500
  ...Anything faster than idle will take out the vacuum retard function built into the distributor. I think 5 BTDC might be a little too...
• Re: 84 westie at 10 miles/gallon
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sun, 24 Jul 2011 11:54:39 +0000
  ...The fuel pressure regulator should have been connected here, instead it was tee'd off the distributor vacuum advance. The "plug" had fallen off...
• Re: location of vacuum hose????
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 15 May 94 20:08:51 PDT
  ...where the other end goes! Somewher near the > intake air manifold/distributor, I think. Regardless, my EGR has been > disconnected from the exhaust for...
• EV gas leak
  Historical mailing list - Stanley, Roderick (strg)
  Tue, 10 Mar 1998 10:56:43 -0800
  ...They're found right above the distributor. I remember a post about the same problem along with a fix. Couldn't find it on...
• Big News Complete 1.9l TD for $3995!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 14 May 1999 19:22:31 EDT
  My distributor had these last year and sold out of them in a week. They are brand new VW Turbo Diesel 4-cylinder 1...
• 1.9l Timing Setting?
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Thu, 25 Jan 2001 09:31:45 -0500
  ...Unlike the 2.1l, the 1.9l distributor has both vacuum advance and retard built in. What's everyone setting their timing at? (Digijets...
• Re: heater cover plate removal?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:27:38 -0700
  ...All I found was on page 80.12 > where it shows the heater cover plate is glued to the air distributor, a > part that...
• Re: RED BLUSH.....!!!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 9 Nov 2006 18:34:07 -0600
  ...when I was looking at the wires on the distributor I was putting 1342... out of sheer frustration, I reversed 3 and 4 and...
• minor stuff
  Historical mailing list - Mike Stainbrook
  Wed, 17 Jan 2007 19:29:22 -0500
  ...will die when letting clutch out,this is getting worse.)I have replaced the distributor cap,rotor,and plug wires.any thoughts? thanks,Mike
• Re: Surging between 1700 and 3000 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Sat, 31 Mar 2007 13:54:13 -0400
  It can be any following items: -AFM -Fuel regulator, pump, tank -Temp sender (the blue one mostly) -Distributor (yea, i'm having a lot...
• Re: DITRIBUTOR/NO START
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 6 Jan 2007 09:06:38 -0600
  ...Mike Stainbrook wrote: >I replaced all the parts because of carbon tracking in the >distributor,wires seperating when removed,engine running like crap...if...
• Running rough, dies as temp gauge starts to register
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:59:31 -0700
  ...I had a similar issue recently and after a new sensor was ineffective, found the ECU ground wire near the distributor was broken at...
• Re: Engine Interrupted. Any Ideas, Please?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:42:17 -0700
  ...Even I can > recognize a distributor if its there. > I will keep your coil/points/distributer ideas in mind when I see the new...
• Re: Tach drops fast when it cuts out
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:38:20 -0400
  At 04:50 PM 4/12/2011, Richard A Jones wrote: >Hall sender on the distributor. Anything at all in the ignition primary circuit...
• Re: Hall sender + ignition control unit electronics
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:49:20 -0400
  ...If it's the power transistor driver in the ECU that's gone bad, it can be serviced. >The Hall Unit in the distributor...
• Re: Ignition Wire Sets
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 22 Dec 2003 11:30:01 -0800
  ...The coil to distributor wire is only about a foot long and since most Vanagons I've seen have had the coil mounted on...
• Re: Driveability issues with a non-stock engine
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 18:19:16 -0800
  ...Thanks for the words of encouragement! -Damon --- Craig Oda <craigoda@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > What happens if Damon disconnects the vacuum line > from the > distributor...
• Re: transmission change: how to turn a/c engine to get at bolts???
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 3 Dec 2005 14:09:17 -0800
  ...It's mounted on the black part of the intake air distributor, and has a aprox 1cm dia metal tube going through the front...
• Re: What coil part number for my van?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 12:05:27 -0700
  That's because two different ones could be used depending on the distributor cap and/or ignition wires being used on 83.5-85...
• Baffled - still no spark
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Tue, 26 Feb 2019 21:06:20 -0800
  ...Changed; Coil, Distributor, Computer Connected the idle connections together. Using a remote starter I have started in all kind of possible variations. Cleaned the...
• Re: advice on new propane tank
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Thu, 30 Mar 2017 21:34:22 -0700
  Well, I heard from propane dealers and distributors, but they didn't seem to agree completely. So, I'll try the tank manufacturer, assuming...
• respons to quiestions on my van
  Historical mailing list - jesse lee reynolds
  Fri, 26 Aug 1994 17:22:58 -0500 (EST)
  ...1- what is a 050? It is a mechanical advanvce distributor designed for the type IV (post '72) engine. It does not retard the...
• Tucson mechanic and parts?
  Historical mailing list - Laurie Loeb
  Sun, 26 Jan 1997 17:35:54 -0800 (PST)
  ...parts around southern AZ, does anyone know of mechanics or parts distributors in the Tucson area? Laurie Loeb lloeb@igc.apc.org "You must...
• 1.9L Engine parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kenneke
  Wed, 25 Oct 2000 09:58:06 EDT
  ...Airbox Airflow meter Exhaust headers Throttle body ECU Distributor Intake manifold Fuel Injectors If anyone is interested in any of these parts, contact me...
• FS- AFM, idle control unit, stabilizer, throttle valve, computer
  Historical mailing list - Road Camper
  Tue, 3 Apr 2001 10:33:24 -0700
  ...The distributor's black wiring harness plug on the side broke off. Dont know if its still anygood but I have it. Im in...
• Fwd: WAXOYL
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Fri, 8 Mar 2002 08:34:50 -0600
  I was going to use WaxOyl on the inside of the door's of some Mack Semi's, until the distributor, got back to...
• 88 Vanagon Rotor Replacement
  Historical mailing list - MMunn
  Mon, 30 Dec 2002 22:45:18 -0800
  My 88 Westy has a very burnt distributor cap (inside) and the rotor doesn't look much better. Replacing the cap is simple, but...
• Re: Coolant "T"-Piece
  Historical mailing list - Eric Unrau
  Thu, 9 Jan 2003 11:46:51 -0800
  To be clearer, I am referring to the coolant distributor that is located just ahead of the engine compartment on the passenger side. Thx...
• Re: Identify the mystery I4 engine and WIN!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sun, 22 Jun 2003 22:11:34 -0400
  ...Any ideas on > engine type, age and compatible fuel injection systems? Would I need to > convert the distributor too? Hmmmmm.... Even if you convert...
• Re: Hall Control Unit and stalling
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Fri, 21 Dec 2007 18:26:42 -0500
  One incredibly delicate part of this setup is the wires that go from the sender through the distributor wall and into the connector. They...
• Re: Tune up help pleeassseee! and oil light !!
  Historical mailing list - Andreas Fenner
  Mon, 22 Jun 1998 00:23:20 -0400
  ...distributor) two things here to visually inspect (and listen !) fuel injectors and distributor,depending on both the age and mileage of the car consider...
• Re: What coil part number for my van?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 14:21:25 -0700
  ...The coil's center connection > (coil wire to distributor) and the distributor's cap connections is what > I am referring to to. All Vanagon...
• Re: 87 2.1 dies after 30 seconds
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 28 Feb 2015 00:59:19 -0500
  ...Start with the ground wire in the harness to the distributor. That is the important one. Full throttle will cause the O2 sensor to...
• burned Bosch rotors and tune-up question
  Historical mailing list - Conrad Klahn
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 22:17:08 -0600
  ...Any insight on what I need to look at in the distributor? Does anyone have a link to a good Vanagon distributor site? Anyone...
• Re: Installing Pertronix Problems
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 25 Aug 2004 17:57:05 -0500
  ...attempting to install a Pertronix Ignitor electronic ignition in a stock > distributor for a Federal air-cooled Vanagon. Pertronix part number is > 1847V which...
• Re: Losing power...update
  Historical mailing list - Eric Unrau
  Tue, 27 Sep 2005 23:14:21 -0700
  ...2) removed distributor cap and rotor, wrapped electrical tape around the Hall sender's wires and connectors to eliminate any possibility of shorting - reassembled...
• Re: "Maybe" some progress towards remedying my no-start/bucking/stal
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 22:00:43 -0800
  ...It's puddly and slushy out, fwiw. * I noticed when I had attached the plug wires to the distributor, how little grip the distributor...
• Re: H water distributor
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Wed, 19 Jun 2002 22:19:19 -0700
  ...H water distributor > > Mike, > > I'm uncertain about what you need. Here's a photo. Is this the piece you > are looking for? (Part...
• Re: testing Hall sender
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:43:34 -0500
  ...For an easier/safer method use one of > these > http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=4445 > > The distributors connector is too...
• rebuilt 2.1 runs like crap - can't figure it out
  Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
  Mon, 19 Apr 2004 22:08:09 -0700
  ...I think I put the distributor drive shaft in wrong, but from what I understand, that doesn't matter because you can turn the...
• Re: hall unit needed for 81 California Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Sun, 20 Mar 2005 20:57:54 -0600
  ...hall unit needed for 81 California Vanagon > Warren: > > You're talking about the unit inside the distributor? I'm pretty > certainthe unit comes with...
• Re: Engine died, ecu quick look
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 29 Mar 2020 18:40:37 -0700
  ...But what I’m left with is hall sensor and ecu. > > Pull the distributor connector. Two outside pins should have 12V and ground; and...
• Re: Extreme high idle
  Historical mailing list - PAT
  Thu, 4 Jun 1998 22:19:08 -0400
  ...Hmm, >things that come to my mind are > >stuck air flow meter flap >bad o2 sensor, bad temperature senders >vacuum leaks >dirty distributor > >Joe >
• Re: Wanted: Grille
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Dec 1999 02:54:01 EST
  ...Anyone know where I might turn one up? Any help appreciated, >> Overland Parts of california imports these, but they are a wholesaler distributor. listmember...
• Re: My 84 Surges,like a short in injection
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 2 Feb 2000 09:12:26 EST
  ...Checking Distributor cap, rotor, plugs and wires has already been done correct? Thanks, Ken Wilford http://www.vanagain.com John 3:16 Office (856...
• Re: Hall Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Tue, 22 Aug 2000 16:37:49 -0700
  ...150 > dollars.Also,do I have the option of swapping my distributor with an > aftermarket unit?Do any exist > that are worth the swap...
• H coolant distributor
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Wed, 19 Jun 2002 09:09:31 -0700
  Volks, My '85 broke the tiny coolant connector right underneath the bleed valve on the H connector between the big hoses on the firewall...
• Various Vanagon parts for sale - Seattle
  Historical mailing list - Panzer Leader
  Wed, 6 Nov 2002 15:46:47 -0800
  ...Everything from front seats, seat belts, dash components, distributors, computers, coils, rear wipers, washer tanks, glass windows, grills chrome bumpers etc. prices nego. Im...
• 90 Westy for parts
  Historical mailing list - Jason Denton
  Wed, 22 Jan 2003 22:21:18 -0500
  ...seat/set of aluminum mags/ 4 headlight grill/refrig.& stove combo/distributor rear air cond.unit/cruise control and many more parts.No reasonable...
• Re: Overland TDD conversion details
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sun, 9 Feb 2003 17:27:39 -0500
  On Sat, 8 Feb 2003, David Marshall wrote: > There is a vacuum pump on all VW Diesel motors - right where the distributor > would be...
• hall sender vs points
  Historical mailing list - John Jensen
  Fri, 7 Mar 2003 17:48:40 -0500
  ...Do I carry a spare distributor, all set up to go? Or what? I've been in the habit of keeping a few spare...