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  • Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 8 Feb 2013 18:47:05 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO - LT195/75R14/D tires - first impressions
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 8 Jan 2013 11:03:03 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Dawn of WAZE For Vanagon Drivers
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 5 Nov 2012 21:52:29 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • DOT Approved Stainless Brake Hose Questions. VC SS Kit Opinions?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:04:31 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Slight Rust on Fuel Pressure Regulator; Will POR-15 Stop Rust Progress? PIC
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 15 May 2012 15:47:58 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Eurovan/Winnebago - just
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 15 Jul 94 03:41:00 UTC
    ...Summer 1995, the 1996 EuroVan will come only with VW's VR6 engine." I think I'll wait for that before I get a...
  • Re: 3.6L Porsche hack job!
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Wed, 13 Nov 2002 22:24:03 +1300
    ...rear. > >http://cgi.ebay.de/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1784344056 > >Vroooom! > >Here's the translated text roughly: > >Oettinger bus, Porsche change (Claer) 250PS...
  • FS: '97 EuroVan Camper In Texas
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
    Fri, 31 Oct 2003 18:58:20 -0600
    ...Has auto trans with 12V VR6 engine and gets 17mpg on super with the A/C on and 19-20 with A/C off...
  • Instrument Cluster Ribbon Repair
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:06:08 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Are Today's Young People Mechanical Nitwits?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
    Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:03:43 -0400
    ...in the engine compartment for changing lights (I know it doesn't apply to vanagons etc). On my 2000 Jetta VR6 it is possible...
  • Re: quick and dirty head swap
    Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
    Wed, 22 May 2013 06:51:39 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Why no bolt-on HP upgrades to the 2.1 WBX?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 25 May 2012 23:54:16 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Wire gauge for the shielded wire for the O2 signal?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 20 Sep 2014 09:23:32 -0400
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: rear defogger wiring question
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 3 Dec 2011 00:07:09 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: New motor selections for vanagons.
    Historical mailing list - Sam Scholten
    Mon, 18 May 1998 15:49:22 -0700
    ...In other words, I will feel comfortable with a swap after a particular engine has proven itself. IF ANYBODY HAS HAD SOME MEASURE OF...
  • Re: Shady Boy: That bad in wind?
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Thu, 20 Feb 2014 16:49:40 -0800
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Heater Fan
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 16 May 2013 10:15:05 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Manual Transmission Mount Bolt Grade
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:16:34 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Westy Shelf Tip & question
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 3 Apr 2013 17:29:07 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • Wire Damage from Rodent(s)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:19:55 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: [WetWesties] Automotive Shop Rate Question
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:17:11 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Water Pump
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 22 Nov 2012 13:42:21 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines >
  • TRW Brake Pads? (1988 Westy)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 4 Sep 2012 12:50:21 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: More On Mice: 110VAC Wire Damage? PICS
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 2 Mar 2013 10:59:01 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Throttle Valve Stop Screw Adjustment.
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 3 Jul 2012 16:12:38 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:00:53 -0700
    ...VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: >> >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > -- Neil n 65 kb...
  • Re: Pan
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:01:11 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • EV Troubleshooting - VW1551 substitute
    Historical mailing list - Tom Brunson
    Fri, 5 Jun 1998 20:51:50 -0500
    For those EV owners with engine / transmission problems; often the solution can be found by checking the control computer with the "VW 1551" scan...
  • Re: Anyone here with a Nissan Maxima Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 16 Nov 2011 21:57:30 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Aux Battery
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:44:48 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: seam rust
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 13 Sep 2014 12:39:06 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Dometic Intake & Exhaust Pipe Cleaning Tip
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 4 Jun 2012 13:09:47 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Intermittent charge
    Historical mailing list - Jack Botts
    Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:29:56 -0500
    ...After engine cooled, started it to check alt output and it was working again. Have spare regulator, will swap it in. Anything else I...
  • Re: 3.6L Porsche hack job!
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 13 Nov 2002 21:57:18 -0800
    What!?! It won't fit under the engine lid! ;) David Marshall Fast Forward Automotive Inc. 4356 Quesnel Hixon Road Quesnel BC Canada V2J 6Z3...
  • Re: Checking crankshaft end play
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 13 Oct 2012 12:47:21 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Update on AFM testing procedure
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 5 Jul 2014 11:16:03 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Fuel Expansion Tank: Cracks, Grommet. PICS
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 10 Mar 2014 13:56:53 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Residual Fuel Pressure: hold for 1 hour?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 3 Mar 2014 17:49:28 -0800
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: '84 Vanagon GL Fuel Rail Clamps
    Historical mailing list - Cory Zumbrennen
    Mon, 29 Jan 2001 09:02:08 -0700
    ...HTH Cory '90 Syncro Westy '95 GTI VR6 > Just bought a 1984 VW Vanagon GL with a 1.9L Wasserboxer EFI engine. > > Need help...
  • Re: SDM07- many engine conversions
    Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
    Wed, 9 May 2007 09:45:56 -0700
    ...I tried to count up the different engines that had been > installed to replace the original 2.1 waterboxer. > > Here is a list so...
  • Re: vanagon in snow/ice
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Mon, 14 Jan 2008 22:11:33 -0600
    I guess it's time to give the initial report on the Vredesteins I bought from Bus Deot. My son thinks thery're awesome...
  • Re: '87 Westy - Oil Change, out of hibernation
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:51:36 -0600
    ...older engines. 5. What solutions does Valvoline offer to the zinc issue? Valvoline offers two solutions to the zinc issue: 1. Valvoline VR1 Racing...
  • Re: Westy Winter Camping Suggestions..
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Mon, 23 Oct 2006 16:00:24 -0700
    ...VERIZON.NET> wrote: >> >>> The VR6 has a water pump for the turbo engines (my guess) that pumps >>> after >>> the engine is shut down the...
  • Re: Coolant Pump: wear at case
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Thu, 25 Sep 2014 09:38:15 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Was fuel leak? Now: appropriate route for fuel lines
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 11 Feb 2013 19:40:11 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ >> >> Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines >>
  • Re: What is it with the US? (No real van content)
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Tue, 26 Jun 2007 11:28:21 -0400
    ...Do you really have a clue? Passat VR6 = 18 mpg, 2.0 four = 28 mpg, Passat TDI 45 mpg. Gee, guess I was wrong...
  • Re: LVC Friday: Camp Fire Heat Damage Cell Phone?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 20 Jul 2013 19:22:23 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > > > '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p > > > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > > > Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • local VWs for sale; auto show
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 9 Nov 1995 00:22:29 -0700
    ...He claimed that VW-AG wants them to charge several thousand $ more, since they always do when they put in the VR6. But that...
  • Re: #8 Wire Terminal Crimp w/DIY Tools. Pass or fail? PICS
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 16 Mar 2013 16:00:57 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: [WetWesties] Westy Fridge Conversion questions
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 19 Sep 2012 13:10:20 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: O2 sensors brand quality difference?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 25 Jul 2014 14:05:13 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • EV Problems/cost - Any sugestions?
    Historical mailing list - Christopher Quijano
    Thu, 13 Aug 1998 15:08:23 -0400
    Well, in my most recent talk with my VW mechanic at Chaplin's, I was informed that I have the highest milege EVC VR6...
  • Re: Bostig Engine Installation 85 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 28 May 2012 12:29:28 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Why I hate my Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
    Sun, 7 Jul 2002 12:51:44 +0200
    ...sudden the engine went "vroooom", and the engine seemed to get disconnected from the drive wheels. > > I stop the car and engine - and try...
  • Free Vanagon Parts. Vancouver BC Canada
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 17 Mar 2014 17:16:07 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Fifth connection on relay
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 19 Feb 2014 10:03:14 -0800
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Re: Insturment Cluster
    Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
    Fri, 21 Sep 2012 20:51:35 +0000
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Used Vanagon Parts: Canada to US
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 16 Oct 2013 14:16:14 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • Dometic Fridge Flame Window. Reseal with Hi Temp RTV?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 4 Jun 2012 21:55:36 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Was fuel leak? Now: appropriate route for fuel lines
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:46:17 -0800
    ...VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: >>> >>> http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines >>> >> > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb...