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• Re: RE> Excessive Oil Usage/15 Inch wheels
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 23 Feb 1995 15:32:51 -0400
  >a. test the compression >b. squirt some (2-3 Tbsp) oil into plug hole >c. test the compression > This works best in engines with...
• Re: Vanagon List - TEST ONLY[via LSMTP - see www.lsoft.com]
  Historical mailing list - L-Soft list server at vanagon (1.8c)
  Fri, 21 Nov 1997 16:27:35 -0800
  > This is a full service test. PLEASE, PLEASE !! Unknown command - "THIS". Try HELP. > Do not use the list yet! I'll post another message...
• Re: Compression test
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Thu, 29 Jul 2004 15:37:18 -0400
  ...Compression test > I just checked compression of the cylinders and got: > > 145psi - Cyl 1 > 158psi - Cyl 2 > 135psi - Cyl 3 > 158psi - Cyl 4 > > It...
• Electrical tester?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Wed, 1 Jun 2005 18:10:59 -0700
  ...I recall seeing the instructions for a little tester that can be built with a Digikey panel meter, and some other bits and pieces...
• Re: Battery Charge Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Mon, 1 May 2006 18:37:44 -0400
  ...Next, I would go to my local FLAPS and have them test my battery/charging system. They should check the battery capacity and the...
• Re: LVC: Learning Electricity & Testers
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sat, 4 Apr 2009 17:58:07 -0700
  ...Any of the two mistakes could cause damage to the meter and the circuit being tested. When use the Ohm meter functions you want...
• Re: '88 GL intermittent ignition miss (second update)
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 24 Nov 2013 13:26:57 -0600
  ...I have another distributor on another engine and I'm going to test that when I can get to it. Then I will know...
• Re: Refrigerator gasket and flame goes out remedies
  Historical mailing list - Leonard Sitongia
  Sun, 5 Aug 2012 10:45:57 -0600
  ...Regarding the thermocouple, I assumed the fridge would need to be operating to test the thermocouple. I was wondering how to troubleshoot it. Measure...
• Re: EZ way to test rad fan?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 11 May 2012 15:50:25 -0700
  ...that tests everything but the sender. scott www.turbovans.com On 5/11/2012 12:08 PM, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: > It's not...
• Re: Can't get '80 Vanagon to pass emissions
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 21:44:48 -0500
  Grant Bessom wrote: > My 1980 Vanagon did not pass the emissions test. The test consists of both > idle and 2500 rpm runs. It was...
• Re: Order of the dyno testing...
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Fri, 29 Oct 1999 09:58:36 -0400
  ...Unfortunately, the level of sophistication required for > Robert (wind effect, etc.) pushes the test 2 hours away to Charlotte and the > cost to $100...
• Re: Santa Rosa area mechanic and smog shop
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
  Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:51:33 -0700
  ...I'm 2 hours away on the coast, so > my van > has been exempt from testing over my 7 years of ownership. Thanks > very...
• Re: Was: Re: John Wessels Glori's --- Now: California Engine Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
  Fri, 5 Sep 2008 08:33:58 -0700
  Currently I am in San Joaquin County and am forced to go to the test-only facility. I assume Zone III would be one...
• CA new gas formula info
  Historical mailing list
  27 May 97 08:45:30 PDT
  ...Independent Tests: MPG Test The process was initiated at my college. KGO-TV asked if we would conduct a dynamometer test using a reformulated...
• Fw: Emissions failures make me feel like a failure
  Historical mailing list - John Brigstocke
  Thu, 6 Dec 2007 09:02:45 -0500
  ...Is the typical mechanic equipped with any test devices that can > measure what the emissions test station is measuring? I'd like to > pre...
• Problem with customer van that is driving me crazy
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Thu, 15 Oct 2015 09:27:55 -0400
  ...Did some tests to see if the head gaskets had failed and none of those tests came back positive. They had a strange hypothesis...
• Viscous Coupling survey
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 09:17:22 -0700
  ...If you have a Syncro and a floor jack with wheels it is a relatively simple test. If you have time, please try it...
• Re: Problem with customer van that is driving me crazy
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 15 Oct 2015 11:21:00 -0400
  ...Did some tests to see if the head gaskets had failed and > none of those tests came back positive. They had a strange hypothesis...
• odometer solution (for now anyway)
  Historical mailing list - Linda Bartnik
  Wed, 9 Jul 1997 19:03:50 -0400
  ...I filed, installed, tested, removed, filed, installed, and tested many times before I got it just right. It turned out that I had to...
• Re: Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Fri, 7 Mar 2014 14:11:26 -0800
  I suspect many vanagon owners do not know about this very, VERY standard test ..usually done by fancy shops. It's been around well...
• Re: testing Hall sender
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:43:34 -0500
  1987 Syncro, 2.1 Okay, what I get with this test is: no spark no sound from injectors (that I can hear-is it...
• Re: Replacing Temp Gauge
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 25 Aug 2002 18:38:32 -0700
  You should try a couple of quick tests first. First try shorting the 2 pins of the connector after you unplug it from the...
• Re: New Drums
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 18 May 2012 20:47:07 -0700
  ...Oops! Requires testing on a lath or brake machine for out-of-roundness following a drop. FWIW... Last two Beck-Arnley Drums tested on...
• RE interstate batteries(long)
  Historical mailing list - J. Eric Pitman
  Wed, 8 Sep 1999 20:19:35 -0400
  ...But two weeks ago I pulled the battery took it to work and tested it on the new Rotunda(Ford factory tool brand) battery...
• van parts for sale, mostly 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Greg Rich
  Mon, 11 Jun 2001 13:30:56 EDT
  ...1.9 engine computer, tested, $75 2. 1.9 exhaust header pipes, great shape $75 pair 3. ignitio coil, tested, $10 4. round healight...
• Re: No brake lights
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Fri, 30 Aug 2002 04:32:34 -0600
  ...I checked for power at the switch with a test light. On one side I have a single wire (pink/yellow?) on the other...
• Power Probe 3 - way cool electrical tester tool
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 9 Oct 2009 08:52:10 -0400
  ...While you can do most of these tests with a voltmeter and various alligator clips, this tool seems like an easier way to quickly...
• fuel pressure test
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Nov 1995 17:38:30 -0600
  I've used my compression tester in the past with no ill effects to it. However, it really is not accurate enough. You need...
• Radiator Thermoswitch Testing?
  Historical mailing list - Brian Yonker
  Wed, 31 Jan 2001 17:15:48 -0500
  Hello all, Is there a way to test the cooling system electrical components? My cooling fan in my 86 Syncro has a mind of...
• Re: Alternator testing
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 31 Aug 2005 16:37:43 -0500
  ...Alternator testing Hi everyone, What is a good way to check if the alternator needs replacing? Thanks Alfred 85 Westy
• Re: Vanagon (DoubleCab) Crash Test Video
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 13:30:39 -0700
  ...Vanagon (DoubleCab) Crash Test Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPpU5azjCB8&search=vw%20bus
• Re: how do you test late model fridge ignitor?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Mon, 17 Jul 2006 14:00:03 -0700
  On 7/17/2006 12:38 PM Roger Sisler wrote: > A sure fire way to test an early ignitor is to put your fingers...
• pressure tester for sale
  Historical mailing list - Green Westy
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 21:22:23 -0500
  I have a NAPA pro pressure tester for sale used twice. Includes the adapter so you can use it on your vanagon...Great way...
• test
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
  Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:59:58 -0500
  Hi all,, Are we still out there?
• test
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
  Wed, 2 Sep 2020 11:39:09 -0400
  Just checking if the List is healthy
• just a test...
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Feb 1997 17:19:51 -0400 (EDT)
  check, check 1,2,3
• Re: Viscous Coupling Test Results
  Historical mailing list - Carl Smith
  Mon, 8 Mar 1999 20:03:57 EST
  Good work, Drew!
• coolant......
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL POPE
  Thu, 29 May 2003 19:00:48 -0400
  not sure - how can you test that?
• Re: Delivery Protection
  Historical mailing list - Dale Ward
  Fri, 11 Mar 2005 17:30:16 -0500
  Secure Mail System Beta Test.
• test
  Historical mailing list - Dan Winget
  Mon, 9 Jan 2006 19:59:50 -0500
  I guess the list is down??? Dan
• Test Post - NVC
  Historical mailing list - Mister Tom
  Mon, 17 Dec 2007 20:05:22 -0800
  First post, new account. TS
• Test - ignore
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Snook
  Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:03:26 -0700
  Sent Saturday at 7:03 PM.
• Re: Smog test failed - here is my plan
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:11:51 -0400
  ...Smog test failed - here is my plan Yes, one of our favorite subjects: good old CA smog test, '89 2.1. It has passed...
• Re: 12V Circuit Breaker
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Jul 2015 18:44:09 -0400
  ...I would suggest using test lights and ohm meters to look for those short circuits. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Re: Crashworthyness
  Historical mailing list - Johan Nyberg
  Sat, 2 May 1998 16:51:45 +0100
  ...I've finally been able to lay my hands on the crash-test report I mentioned in an earlier post. In short: A Volvo...
• Re: low idle when AC compressor is on
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 10 Jul 2021 19:22:53 -0500
  ...There really > isn't a good way to test beside this in my opinion. There is a test that > the idle valve is supposed...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 2 Jun 2020 to 3 Jun 2020 (#2020-193)
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 4 Jun 2020 07:25:00 -0700
  is it this? https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=project+farm+oil+test On Thu, Jun 4, 2020 at 6:52 AM don...
• Re: 84 Westy Compression Test
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Thu, 7 Nov 1996 12:30:59 -0500 (EST)
  > I just did a compression test on my 84 Westy which has 153K on the clock (I > presume that this is the original engine...
• Fuel Injection
  Historical mailing list - Scott Durrant
  Wed, 23 Jul 1997 09:35:13 -0600
  ...I just had my emissions test, and I passed :-) The results, according to the 'test monitor', showed the bus was running lean. He said...
• Re: Fast German Auto chip--let's test it!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 14 Jan 2000 12:59:21 -0800
  ...if they are willing to give you a chip free for > testing? It worked for the air springs. At least it's worth a...
• vanagon dyno testing
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 09:22:36 -0800
  ...that some time ago one or two list members mentioned dyno testing their vans (after some engine work? swap?). Has this been done and...
• Gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Thu, 23 Feb 2006 14:28:29 -0800
  ...It was about 40 degrees outside when I tested the mileage.Tires pumped up to specs. I put in acetone (3oz/10gallon) to get...
• Re: AFM Testing?
  Historical mailing list - Alfred Bagdan
  Sat, 12 May 2001 16:14:29 -0600
  Steve, My AFM tests similar to yours. When looking closely (shine a strong light at an angle), I noticed a hairline crack, right where...
• Re: The propane filling question tested...
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 22 May 2005 10:55:29 -0600
  As noted on the tests opening the overflow port on the small tank made no difference to flow rate. Propane weighs 4.2 pounds...
• Re: How to test fridge propane fitting?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Mon, 24 May 1999 22:04:47 PDT
  ...Now I'm going to have to test the pressure coming from my propane regulator. I left the refrigerator running on gas today, with...
• Re: AVP Engine for 88 WBX
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 11 Jan 2004 23:25:25 -0600
  Warren, the one thing you did not mention was the results of any compression test done.Was a compression test done??? A compression test...
• RE: Nervous about heads
  Historical mailing list - Philippe Oudot
  Fri, 10 Jan 1997 13:56:23 +0100
  At 09:21 09/01/1997 -0600, you wrote: >Don asked what Bentley said about testing the expansion tank cap. I don't >have...
• Re: Was Failed emissions testing, now is testing a good thing
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 31 Dec 2010 12:49:15 +0000
  ...Failed emissions testing Not for nothing but how can no emissions testing or a annual safety inspection be a good thing? On Thu, 2010...
• Re: Troubleshooting Blinking LED
  Historical mailing list - Tony Collins
  Wed, 30 Apr 2014 22:30:54 -0400
  ...Does it charge up to say the test > time period is done, to stop the test flashing? > > > > I have a Bentley, but don't...
• Re: Exahust Pipes
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 24 Aug 2001 23:18:38 -0400
  ...Dummy that I am, I did not notice that > an emission testing port is not mentioned or shown > on the web site, nor when...