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Re: 81 Air cooled... Engine conversion options??
Historical mailing list - Mr.mds
Sat, 10 Mar 2012 13:22:07 -0500
...Any help on acquiring them would be >> appreciated! >> > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '81 VanaJetta 2...
Re: CO Adjusting Screw. PO Set it All The Way In? Base Setting?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 21 Jun 2012 17:25:49 -0700
...Not sure if idle does that, engine warm. However. Engine cold, I have seen a similar behaviour. I'll watch for that, engine warm...
Re: Was: '89 Carat .... Seattle ... Now: It's in Edmonds WA
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 18 Nov 2012 14:13:55 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Radius rod/arm sourced
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 25 May 2012 10:19:49 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Mon, 13 Jul 2015 18:37:17 -0400
...At 12 psi a hose on the left side of the engine started to leak. Now have to order a replacement for it. So...
Re: Radius Arm (strut) Steel Sleeve Measurement
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:48:54 -0400
...Thanks much, > > Neil. > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
Re: AM/FM/CD/MP3 Radio with Weather Band that fits Vanagon
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:19:47 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Brake Expert Questions/PICS/Rant
Historical mailing list - neil N
Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:06:09 -0700
...Maybe someone missed one on assembly. Who knows. Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ http://groups.google.com...
Re: power steering rack replacement
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Tue, 7 Sep 2004 07:16:11 -0700
...I flushed out the hydraulic system by placing a bucket under the open hydraulic lines and cranking the engine over until the fluid ran...
Re: Transmission input shaft play?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 7 Nov 2012 14:14:31 -0800
...com/musomuso/InputShaftRRDKAirCooledTransmission# > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
Re: Should I opt for ALL new water lines?
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Fri, 30 Jan 2004 06:14:21 EST
...writes: <<<<Many of you know that I'm replacing the engine, clutch assembly, and tranny in Billy Bones, my 88 Westy. I don't...
Re: Vanagon 1.9 Cat on Jetta 2.0 engine?
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Mon, 17 Mar 2008 17:49:04 -0700
...Vanagon 1.9 Cat on Jetta 2.0 engine? > > Thanks Jake et al. > > Turns out the whole parts scavenging was a bust. The spare...
Re: Annual maintenance budget
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 22 Oct 2012 20:44:02 -0700
...This could be body work, some engine rebuild, or other expense. So how does that compare with your thinking and experience? Regards, Peter Kraiker...
Re: <no subject>
Historical mailing list - Mike Bucchino
Sat, 28 Oct 2006 11:30:23 -0400
Dennis, There are plenty of 'experienced' engine rebuilders, charging people money for their services, that are iffy at best. Maybe you should ask Boston...
Re: Vanagon Syndrome Fix: 10 Volt Capacitor OK?
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:37:42 -0700
...I went back to sharp knife. >> >> alistair >> >> >> > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy...
Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
Historical mailing list - neil n
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:55:30 -0700
...I too thought the exhaust was isolated but of course it's bolted to the engine at manifold and there's a ground strap...
Re: Radius Rod (strut) Newbs: Clean First!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 9 Sep 2012 16:56:27 -0400
...with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas- > engine > s > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
Re: Video of Noise at Clutch Operating Lever. Help Diagnose Please?
Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
Sun, 25 Jun 2017 23:46:33 -0700
...I originally thought the noise was coming from the clutch master cylinder or pedal assembly but the noise is much louder at rear. A...
Brown Stove Face Plate. High Temp Rust-oleum: "OK" Match
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 4 Mar 2013 00:06:47 -0800
...Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. '81 VanaJetta 2...
Re: WAS: Starter Motor... Failure: NOW: 50 Circuit Weirdness. ECU Related?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 15 Dec 2012 23:34:35 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Canadian Importing Vanagon Westfalia to Canada: insurance while in US?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 10 Mar 2012 17:54:40 -0500
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Fwd: Digifant Troubles
Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
Wed, 1 Mar 2000 11:51:44 EST
...I have completed assembly and installation of the digifant tool. I got the van to start this morning and the LED for the coil...
Re: cost of installing engine on '87 Westy
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 12 May 2004 16:51:30 -0500
Jenny, take a look at Bob Donalds engines on his web site WWW.BostonEngines.com and get some prices, then call and talk to...
Re: Last minute tips before engine re-install?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:46:01 -0700
The single thing you want to be sure is right is the clutch, since it means pull engine back out if that's not...
Re: Adjusting valves on '91 Carat?
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sun, 8 Apr 2001 16:07:18 -0500
...No problem, I just pulled the rocker arm > > assembly off the old 2.1 and installed it on the Carat engine. Now > the fun...
Re: The pin goes in
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 1 Jan 2002 15:47:17 -0600
...Use engine assembly grease on everything that looks like a bearing, replace the starter pilot bushing in your bell-housing and your clutch main...
Re: Oil Light Warning buzzer problem...help?
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Sun, 26 May 2002 10:15:56 -0500
...How many miles are on this engine? You > possibly could have an aging oil pump or weak engine bearings. > > Any other Mechanics on the...
Re: Alliance Deep Cycle? (Grp. 27) Wire To Alternator?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:44:37 -0700
...with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engine > s > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue...
Re: Discovered my clutch failure reason.
Historical mailing list - Andrew Berg
Wed, 26 May 2021 15:26:47 -0400
I'm assuming the 1.35 ratio rockers can be installed without pulling the engine. Would these be worth considering for a 1.9...
Re: 12 Volt + Wire Up Rear Pillar? (vent)
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 17 Feb 2013 21:01:49 -0800
...http://shufti.files.wordpress.com/2011/06/img_3794.jpg -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88...
Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
Fri, 8 Feb 2013 20:12:16 -0800
...product/135.php > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
Re: [WetWesties] reminder- Baja Whales 2013 trip planned, Mar 1-10
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sat, 8 Dec 2012 12:05:17 -0800
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Canadian Picking up a FedEx'd Vanagon Part in US.
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 17 Sep 2012 19:47:11 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
<No subject>
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 21 May 2012 21:01:15 -0700
...can one sneak lube onto the little bit of exposed coolant pump >> shaft? >> >> > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
Re: trouble fitting new Gowesty LP tank
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 4 Jul 2012 11:35:54 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: Refrigerator lighting
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 1 Sep 2011 02:27:16 -0700
...not just when the engine won't fully cooperate, like doesn't run quite right.. that's 'failure to run right '.............but it's...
Re: Engine conversion? VR6
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Fri, 21 Oct 2005 14:26:37 -0700
...tank or building a custom water plenum and coil pack assembly. These engines are HEAVY and thirsty. If you want the VR6 for the...
Re: Luggage Rack: Fine Cracks At Bottom. Repair? PIC
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 24 Feb 2013 20:46:42 -0500
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engine s
Re: WAS: Starter Motor... Failure: NOW: 50 Circuit Weirdness. ECU Related?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 15 Dec 2012 11:48:45 -0800
...engage or turn? > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
Was: Engine.. Wiring... Heat. Now: Installed fuse B+ In Junction Box.
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:16:55 -0700
...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
Re: 45k out of a tranny?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 25 Jun 2013 16:25:15 -0400
...There are so many variables for the service life of any major assembly. If it was a true defect at rebuild time it would...
Re: 12 Volt + Wire Up Rear Pillar? (vent)
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 18 Feb 2013 05:56:08 -0800
...from any metal. > But..... > > Since this wire is #12, and NC engine off, it would be prime for a 12 > Volt outlet tucked up...
Re: high idle speed
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 1 Nov 2002 12:19:57 -0600
...behind the right rear stop light assembly) or possibly a vacuum leak somewhere. If, with the engine warm and ISV disconnected the idle speed...
Re: Thanks to all of you - and HEADLIGHT REPAIR!
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 24 Aug 2004 12:13:06 -0500
...Stan Wilder www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Joy Hecht" <jhecht@ALUM.MIT.EDU> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2004...
Fuel Injector (or wiring) Question: Deceleration, Fuel Shutoff Mode
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:35:25 -0700
...muffler new - engine grounds clean - injector spray pattern same on each FI Neil. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
Re: Small Changes to the WBX that add up to a REAL HORSE POWER INCREASE...
Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
Sat, 30 Mar 2002 13:34:31 -0500
...engines only last for 500 miles before > a rebuild and some not that long...) and you have used quality parts and care > during assembly...
Re: AFM intermittancy result?
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:02:40 -0700
...track with the engine under high load condition, throttle |>> depressed but not WOT (i.e., neither microswitch on the throttle |>> assembly activated)? |>> |>> -- |>> Rocky J...
Re: Connectors, where to find
Historical mailing list - neil n
Tue, 1 Jan 2013 17:47:09 -0800
...Or others for that matter. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp '88 Slate Blue Westy to be...
Re: syncro - shift linkage protective pipe
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:27:10 -0700
...syncro - shift linkage protective pipe > cross posted from samba... > > > How common is it to have the protective pipe installed in the shift > linkage assembly...
Re: Engine Still Overheating - Need Advice / Chapter Three
Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
Sun, 27 Feb 2005 19:37:18 -0500
...This was either not tightened > properly > on assembly, or the stud is pulling threads from the engine case. In any > event, the problem I...
Re: Syncro vs 2WD dipstick
Historical mailing list - Kenneth O'Connor
Mon, 31 Aug 2020 16:22:35 -0700
...The muffler brackets, and rear > engine carrier are different also. A part of the Syncro package the rear > pulley gets a sand seal assembly...
Re: Pulling the tranny yourself
Historical mailing list - Michael Rule
Thu, 11 Nov 2004 03:41:48 -0800
...Since that time I've installed an engine, pulled and resealed my tranny, installed a flywheel, clutch assembly, starter, and so on, and now...
Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sat, 8 Feb 2014 12:12:27 -0800
...All the Waterboxer have the muffler firmly attached > and > > moving directly with the engine. One sold assembly. > > > -- > Neil n > > Blog: tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > '88...
Ex Bus Boy and Bus For Sale (CA)
Historical mailing list
Mon, 16 Jun 1997 02:02:19 EDT
...Good used sunroof assembly also included (one of the small bows has to be riveted back onto the assembly. A new Bus Boys Sidestep...
Re: Alliance Deep Cycle? (Grp. 27) Wire To Alternator?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:28:32 -0700
...Use a good size double break relay and be > sure to control it so the relay is not closed while cranking the engine. > Otherwise...
Re: 12 Volt + Wire Up Rear Pillar? (vent)
Historical mailing list - Bill M
Sat, 16 Feb 2013 15:14:33 -0500
...from any metal. > But..... > > Since this wire is #12, and NC engine off, it would be prime for a 12 > Volt outlet tucked up...
Re: 12 Volt + Wire Up Rear Pillar? (vent)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 17 Feb 2013 09:23:07 -0500
...Since this wire is #12, and NC engine off, it would be prime for a 12 Volt outlet tucked up on RH side of...
On the road again!!!!
Historical mailing list - Cliff Ober
Mon, 21 Jun 1999 09:59:07 -0500
Well, after only 7 months my '84GL is once again rolling down the road after a complete engine rebuild. I started out with the...
Flywheel Sleeve - WBX 2.1L
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:35:48 -0500
...The transmission input shaft goes through this whole assembly of flywheel, sleeve, felt washer and into the needle bearing in the end of the...
Re: Purpose of the ports on this AC hose?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:34:34 -0400
...If not they can get hose tees with the service ports and use that to make the hose assembly. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...