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• Re: To rebuild or not to Rebuild-
  Historical mailing list - Michael Brenner
  Sat, 11 Jan 2003 11:31:17 -0800
  ...I have rebuilt "normal" VW air-cooled engines myself, and would be doing the assembly myself, and this engine sort of reminds me of...
• Re: V6 Nissan Engine...maxiwesty
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 28 Jul 2004 16:30:34 -0400
  ...This is a known issue with 3.L nissan engines and it has no effect on the long term of the engine. TSB's...
• Re: How to ID a 1.9 vs a 2.1 Engine.
  Historical mailing list - levi hawkins
  Fri, 25 Aug 2006 17:43:18 -0700
  There's a stamp on the engine case, by the oil breather tube I think. 2.1 engine code starts with MV 1.9...
• Re: Cylinder Head Cleaning/Checking Question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 4 Feb 2014 08:59:25 -0800
  Actually, an engine swap is much easier since you don’t have to remove the exhaust, just drain and disconnect everything. It shouldn’t...
• Re: 112HP @ 4800RPM on a stock WBX?
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Fri, 24 Mar 2000 18:27:37 EST
  I have a DJ engine in my newer '87 Wolfy but it's sick (leaking head and low oil pressure when warm). It's...
• Re: On I4 Engine Vibration
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 09:22:36 -0400
  On Mon, 30 Sep 2002, Myron Lind wrote: > Jason, it has been suggested, properly I believe, that the TIICO motor > mount/engine carrier needs...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 14 Sep 2000 to 15 Sep 2000 - Special issue(#2000-94)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 15 Sep 2000 16:02:18 -0500
  ...If in fact, the engine is over, then I would talk to Boston Bob....Bob Donalds....of Boston Engines. He can probably get you...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 14 Sep 2000 to 15 Sep 2000 - Special issue(#2000-94)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 15 Sep 2000 16:02:50 -0500
  ...If in fact, the engine is over, then I would talk to Boston Bob....Bob Donalds....of Boston Engines. He can probably get you...
• Re: why...vibration @ idle only when skidplate is installed -- turbodiesel engine
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 4 Apr 2005 10:50:51 -0700
  On Apr 4, 2005 7:34 AM, Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@mac.com> wrote: > Which portion of the skid plate, Ben? That around the engine...
• Engine Removal. Van Height Double Check Please
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 22 Sep 2017 17:10:59 -0700
  ...For removing a complete WBX, 25" floor to skirt below bumper is enough room right? I will be lowering engine onto carpet. (working on...
• Engine Control Module Wiring Diagram and Electrical System schematic
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Mon, 31 Dec 2012 23:42:17 -0800
  Hi All, Happy New Year!! I'm ready to get started on rewiring my Vanagon GL Syncro after the engine fire on 12/16...
• Re: Proper adhesive for engine compartment seal
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:23:33 -0400
  At 07:28 AM 6/24/2011, Jim Arnott wrote: >that's what I'd use, However, the engine seals typically were held in...
• Re: Engine cleaning
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Wed, 2 Apr 1997 21:10:05 -0600 (CST)
  ...Is a high pressure hose safe? Can you >use engine degunk? >Thanks, >Lloyd Perkins dad@together.net > >I drive ~ 1 mile to the local...
• Westy Engines
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 28 Jun 1997 10:49:11 -0600
  ...Will an engine from an '88 --> '91 Westy bolt right into the '83 --> '87 Westys? And if so, what will one pay for a...
• Re: Engine Cart?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Walker
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 17:38:05 -0400
  A cut down shopping works great for moving engines and what-not around. They are nearly indestructible. Acquisition is left up to your individual...
• Re: Sad tale - followup
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Fri, 10 Sep 1999 08:24:47 -0700
  Dave, It has been mentioned on the list that VW accepts an engine with holes in the case as a core. If so, that...
• Re: Engine Removal devices Cherry picker etc.
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Jackson/Mary Kenady
  Sat, 30 Jun 2007 19:55:35 -0700
  ...Slide the carrier under the van engine. Jack it up to support the engine, dis connets the associated hardware and lower the engine. Slide...
• Re: Timing Chains, Belts, Gears, etc
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 26 Jun 2007 18:53:44 +1200
  Quoting John Rodgers <inua@CHARTER.NET>: > Just reading the post about "New Engine Conversion" - and I wonder - > besides cost, is there any reason why...
• 2.1 waterboxer oil temp gauge?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Mon, 27 Dec 2004 20:52:25 -0800
  I'm in the process of stripping a 2.1 engine to the long-block so that I can put the cooling system from...
• Re: 86-91 labeled diagram of engine/engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:13:01 -0800
  ...86-91 labeled diagram of engine/engine compartment > Hi everybody, > getting ready to install rebuilt motor in 1991 carat this weekend. i was > out...
• Re: Friday - engine stand suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:50:44 -0700
  ...When the Subaru goes into my Vanagon, I'd like to >put the wbx engine on the stand...etc. Since most engine stands are...
• Re: thermostat
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Thu, 9 Nov 1995 09:07:24 -0600 (CST)
  Mitch, I'm no expert, but having fried two VW engines due to chronic overheating, it makes sense to me to keep the cooling...
• Re: 2.1L engine
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 29 Jan 2002 21:29:17 -0600
  ...Davidson" wrote: > > I am trying to determine what gas mileage I should expect with my new > 2.1L engine. The original 1.9L engine...
• Re: What in fuel can wreck engine?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Thu, 29 Nov 2007 22:36:09 -0500
  Andrew said: "Engine-blows can be such fun!" I didn't start it... so don't blame me ha.. I didn't mention the...
• Re: Engine Puzzlememt
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 22 Jun 2018 13:28:16 -0700
  ...I removed or disconnected all of the components connected to the engine yesterday. They all spun freely, but the engine would not. I will...
• Re: engine issues
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mari
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 09:15:56 -0800
  Jeff, Man thats a sad song of dead engines and I hope that 2010 treats you right. I have had those oil pressure senders...
• Re: protect your van from fire!!! metla engine lids FS
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 29 Sep 2001 16:05:11 +1200
  >i've got a few metal engine compartment lids is anyone is interested.. they >fit ALL 80-'91 vanagons. if your van should have...
• Re: in need of an engine-87 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Milo's Kitchen
  Thu, 23 Feb 2006 21:42:46 -0500
  ...in need of an engine-87 vanagon Hello! My bus has recently been diagnosed with engine cancer and needs a transplant ASAP. I'm...
• Re: Engine cleaning
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Wed, 2 Apr 1997 11:37:36 +0000
  ...Even the engine lid comes out nicely. If you have a greasy engine, you might want to try an engine degreaser or that Citric...
• Re: Replaced Diesel Engine with Honda Civic
  Historical mailing list - charles fladger
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 16:37:05 -0700
  ...It sounds like you bought one of those early Honda engines that rotates in the opposite direction as most other engines. This was a...
• From the Twin Cities (MN) Volkswagen Club Newsletter........
  Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
  Sat, 23 Oct 1999 15:21:19 EDT
  ...engine '78 Camper exc engine Many VW tires, trannies, engines, and other parts J. A. C. Auto 6336 N.W. Highway 10 Ramsey, Minnesota...
• Re: Ok someone will have to explain to me...
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Thu, 4 Apr 2002 09:21:15 -0600
  >... why so many Vanagons have a rebuiklt engine. My Westy now has 157K miles on original engine with original heads. The engine does not...
• Re: need affordadle Rebuilt engine vendor? who is the less on all evils?!?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sun, 10 Aug 2003 10:53:42 -0700
  ...need affordadle Rebuilt engine vendor? who is the less on all evils?!? > Either rebuild it yourself, (really cheap, but you have control) or bite...
• Re: ABA 2.0L 15 degrees
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 08:35:45 -0800
  Ken, from your description it sounds like you used Vanagon diesel engine mounting parts. If so, that stuff mounts at 50 degrees, not 15...
• '81 Vanagon - Rear engine inspection/License Plate seal
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Sun, 21 Jun 2020 16:31:28 -0400
  The rear engine inspection/License Plate seal, part # 251 813 859, does it provide a vital engine cooling air seal? Mine doesn't have...
• TDI engine value
  Historical mailing list - pat
  Mon, 1 Aug 2011 22:12:35 -0400
  I have a chance to buy a TDI engine from a 96 Passat. The injector pump and injectors are gone. Any idea what is...
• Re: Engine Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Wed, 8 Apr 2009 12:05:09 -0400
  ...R On Apr 8, 2009, at 11:32 AM, Jonathan Farrugia wrote: > you may find this reading on breaking in engines of interest. > > http...
• Re: FS: 91 syncro camper with Audi 5-cyl engine ...
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sat, 2 Dec 2000 21:18:34 -0800
  ...thats a damn good price for a syncrowesty with the > engine conversion... Maybe yes, maybe no.... depends on how good he did the conversion...
• 84' Auto Trans & Engine for sale
  Historical mailing list - Wassily Smyrnow
  Wed, 29 Aug 2001 18:15:40 -0400
  For Sale... engine and Auto Transmission for '84 Vanagon... transmission newly overhauled months ago. Engine new heads and runs great! I've got a...
• moving engine (forwarded)
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 29 Jul 2001 13:18:50 -0500
  If all the engine mounts are good, keep in mind that an engine that is out of balance will do this. Start by pulling...
• Re: Engine out--won't come apart. Need heads!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:25:00 -0500
  > > > > There are no cam bearings in vw diesel engines, unless someone retro-fitted > a set to save a head. > The cam runs in the...
• Re: What's the easiest way to drop a stock engine?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:09:47 -0500
  ...What's the sawhorse for? > when I've pulled the engine on my diesel westy, I simply set up a sawhorse over the engine...
• Re: Roadhaus - 2.2L Engine Install , Prelimanary Report
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 16 Oct 2002 12:49:10 -0400
  On Wednesday, October 16, 2002, at 11:22 AM, Robert Donalds wrote: > The horse power claims for this engine are way of base for...
• Re: internal EngineCleanerUpperStuff ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 22 Jun 2013 09:07:01 -0400
  ...Over the years I have seen many engines lost to cleaners. If the engine is so crudded up that cleaning is necessary it is...
• Re: Get engines??
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 3 Jan 2013 07:36:40 -0800
  ...Get engines?? Hi Folks! Ive been shopping around looking for my engine upgrade and my father found gex.com the engine that they have...
• Re: Friday - engine stand suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
  Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:34:30 -0400
  ...When the Subaru goes into my Vanagon, I'd like to > put the wbx engine on the stand...etc. Since most engine stands are...
• unbalanced flywheel(for poeple who are swapping engines)
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sat, 19 Sep 1998 23:02:44 -0400
  if u are doind an engine swap to an engine that is externally balanced like the chevy/ford 2.8liter v-6 u will...
• Coolant temperature light
  Historical mailing list - Spooner, Robert E.
  Tue, 27 Feb 2001 07:19:17 -0500
  All, What is the coolant temperature light trying to tell me? It comes on on cold mornings when the engine is started, and stays...
• Re: Putting the heads on
  Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
  Tue, 20 Mar 2001 00:49:42 EST
  In a message dated 3/19/01 11:33:33 PM Eastern Standard Time, turbovans@JUNO.COM writes: << is the engine in the car...
• Re: vw type I, type II, type III and type IV
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 21 Jul 2001 14:08:30 -0500
  Andrew Grebneff wrote: > >Does anyone know where the origin of nomenclature for > >vw came from? Does the type 1-4 refer to the engine...
• Re: 22R engine..Re: Japanese cars - NO VANGON CONTENT
  Historical mailing list - Barry E. Muller
  Sat, 9 Mar 2002 09:43:32 -0500
  ...OF course those engines always had a oil/grease glaciers running down the sides because the nuts holding the valve covers would loosen up...
• Re: Running on Tap Water
  Historical mailing list - Various
  Thu, 18 Jul 2002 12:27:06 -0300
  ...He would warm the engine well, then, racing the engine, pour a considerable stream of water down the throat to the point of almost...
• Looking for engine installer in DC/Richmond area
  Historical mailing list - Mark Bus
  Mon, 30 Jun 2003 06:56:08 -0700
  Hello, I'm looking for an experienced mechanic in the Washington, DC or Richmond, Virginia area who has installed 2.1L waterboxer engines. The...
• Re: Engine Puzzlememt
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Sat, 23 Jun 2018 10:35:47 -0700
  Disconnecting the transmission by removing the three bolts on the flex plate, would tell you the trouble is inside the engine. May still be...
• Re: Timing belt replacement and valve timing in VW gas and Diesel engines
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:16:10 -0500
  ...Thanks again, mcneely > > ---- mark drillock <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote: > > Martin has a VW diesel engine, which is an inline overhead cam engine. > > It uses...
• Re: Can I put an aircooled engine in a water cooled 91?
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Sun, 4 Jul 1999 11:17:52 -0600
  ...Most words one hears regarding engine swaps is that newer is OK but vehicle must then meet emission standards for the year of the...
• Re: Engine Conversion MPG - We don't need no stink'n TDI
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:27:25 -0700
  ...Japanese father, German mother > > Akiba/Egelhoff > > So Japanese/German engine assembled in the US maybe? > > Jim Akiba > > > On 7/18/07, BJ Feddish <bfeddish...
• Re: What in fuel can wreck engine?
  Historical mailing list - robert feller
  Thu, 29 Nov 2007 18:59:31 -0500
  ...What does it destroy in a auto engine other then maybe the FI system? Shawn Ohio On Nov 29, 2007 11:38 AM, Jake...
• Re: Gas question, seriously folks
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 14:04:21 -0800
  If I were warranting a hopped up engine I’d require this too! Stuart From: Paul Rogers [mailto:wognacious@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, December...
• Re: window mounted swamp coolers
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 24 Jun 2004 02:58:01 -0500
  I've got a special engine for your Westy. It's a CV series for 80-83 Air Cooled Vanagons. I got it from...