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• =?utf-8?Q?Re=3A_Forgive_me=2C_I=E2=80=99m_testing?=
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 26 Jul 2023 09:42:08 -0400
  ...But I’ll test mail after Jim’s working on it > > Btw, no takers on the Syncro key fobs? > > :-) > > Ab
• 1988 GL - Headlights out - need wiring circuit diagrams
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 28 Dec 2012 10:19:09 -0600
  ...Did all the usual checks and tests. Did the test for the ignition switch and re-placed with new - which did not work either...
• Definitive head leak test
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 27 Sep 2002 12:00:18 -0700
  Kevin, Have your mechanic repeat that test with his emissions sniffer, either running or cranking like before. If he gets a high HC reading...
• Re: Largest diameter wheel.
  Historical mailing list - Todd P. Last
  Sun, 31 Oct 2004 21:08:46 -0800
  Does anyone recall the old "Car and Driver" tire tests where part of the testing was to ink the tire to get a "footprint...
• Re: Diesel conversion and SMOG
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 8 Dec 2005 17:49:46 -0800
  ...They test for Nox, particulates, and opacity, (visible smoke). > Yeah, word is that here in CA as soon as the new fuel is in...
• Mechanical tests for my spare air cooled engine?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 29 Aug 2007 21:57:31 -0700
  ...Aside from a compression test, measuring end play, (and of course installing and running!) are there ways to tell if there's anything totally...
• Re: A bit rough idle, running. Unbalanced injectors?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Sat, 28 Jul 2007 15:03:07 -0700
  I just got my injectors back from cleaning at witchhunter.com and the test pre-cleaning test results were pretty bad -- one injector was...
• Test ignore
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon
  Sat, 20 Aug 2011 11:22:26 -0700
  Sent from my smartphone with tiny screen & even tinier keypad.
• list test[via LSMTP - see www.lsoft.com]
  Historical mailing list - CANNON.E.C-
  Thu, 13 Nov 1997 17:32:15 -0500
  is the list up?
• test [eof]
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 11 Feb 1999 10:50:55 PST
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• list test
  Historical mailing list - Tim Lott
  Wed, 19 May 1999 01:53:24 EDT
  Hey, where did the list go? Is the server down?
• Re: Fast German Auto chip--let's test it!
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Granito
  Fri, 14 Jan 2000 16:16:45 EST
  count me in...
• Emails bouncing...
  Historical mailing list - Abel Longoria
  Sun, 7 Feb 2016 14:07:42 -0600
  Is the server down? This is a test email... Abel.
• Re: Emission test on 87 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 17 Sep 2010 14:55:15 -0700
  ...you also want it as hot as you can get it for any smog testing. like don't shut it off before the test...
• Re: fuel pressure tester & compression tester
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 14 Dec 1999 07:07:10 -0800
  ...This guage will be adequate for all but a very few gas injected vehicles. > >Should I look for a compression tester that will work...
• Re: Interpretting Compression Values- 88GL?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 4 Jun 2003 19:07:43 -0400
  Compression tests can be very misleading and having good compression is not always signs of a healthy engine with lots of life left. The...
• Fuel injector test results
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 21:03:25 -0400
  ...I've fixed/tested a lot of things over the years trying to track this problem down and, after talking to Dennis Haynes, who...
• Re: Expensive Noises....
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:47:38 -0600
  ...After you do the test. or maybe even before the test - make darn sure your CV bolts are tight. Loose CV bolts will allow...
• Group 41 Battery? As house battery, under Driver Seat?
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Sun, 9 Feb 2020 12:30:07 -0500
  ...I just had it tested at the local auto store and it has a remaining battery life of 46 months according to the electronic...
• Re: Cleaning up your Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:06:21 -0500
  ...of Ill.), then > requesting testing. There won't be anything coming out of that tailpipe > but water in the form of steam and what...
• Re: 89 2.1 compression questions
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 05:15:04 -0500
  Chip the leakdown tester should have instructions with it but, normally you supply 90 psi and watch the gauge. 10% is the leakdown for...
• Re: California law (smog)
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 1 Feb 2007 11:21:15 -0800
  ...The emissions tests really only make sure the vehicle is working as > designed. The tests are only there to ensure some level of maintenance...
• Re: Alternator Troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:21:09 -0500
  ...Jim > > So, some quick testing with a voltmeter: > > Test 1: with the engine running, I put my positive lead on terminal B and > the...
• Trasco oil filter response
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 13:45:15 -0800
  ...Personally I ahve already ordered one oil filter unit and a replacement filter for my own use and testing. I may later install another...
• Re: testing a fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 07:43:35 -0700
  ...Mon, 12 Apr 2004 09:50:36 -0700 > > > > > >Hi all, > > > > > > What is a solid way to test a fuel pump? > > > > > > Here is my problem...
• Re: T5 road test on Deutsche-Welle TV
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:49:14 -0500
  ...T5 road test on Deutsche-Welle TV Ever since TV went digital our local PBS station has three channels, with 23/3 being the...
• Re: Question about temp II sensor and bad running
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:09:26 -0700
  ...Today I tested it on my 87 daily driver. I am willing to send it to you for diagnostic purposes. It comes with a...
• Re: Problem with 90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:44:51 -0400
  ...Bentley says only test the operating injectors with a "noid light" from the FLAPS, but you can verify the +12 supply to all four...
• Storage/Testing Fuel Pumps
  Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
  Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:40:20 +0000
  ...Is there a way to test a pump off the van or otherwise judge its potential as a replacement. Secondly is there any special...
• Re: Utah Emissions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 8 May 1999 13:27:35 -0400
  ...You get the old test. -----Original Message----- From: john silverman <jsilver@AROS.NET> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Date: Thursday...
• B. Bobs next day at the dyno Tiico conversion wanted to test
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Mon, 7 Jan 2002 09:06:11 -0500
  ...It would be no problem if anybody wanted to test there car vanagon or not on that day. The price is $75 for 3...
• Wanted: comments on my compression test results
  Historical mailing list - Lee Kouns
  Mon, 4 Oct 2004 15:18:34 -0700
  ...I'm thinking of doing an emissions test just to see how things stand there. All comments appreciated. Lee
• Re: Starting woes again
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 17 Mar 2005 16:32:18 -0500
  Here is a simple test to determin if your alternater is bad. While runing the engine , touch a screw driver to the rear altenator...
• Re: Testing the starter question
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 28 Jun 2015 17:48:34 -0400
  ...You can load test your battery using your voltmeter while cranking. The voltage of the battery shouldn't drop below 11 volts or so...
• Re: testing the ignition coil (85 1.9L)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Tue, 14 Sep 2004 19:11:23 -0400
  ...then pull off one spark plug wire at the plug and insert tester, >> with the center electrode a few mm from a convenient ground...
• Re: 1.9 problems
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sat, 28 Oct 2006 17:58:33 -0700
  ...Remove the alternator and have it tested off of the vehicle. This test can be performed at just about any decent auto parts place...
• Re: Time Delay LED Lighting Circuit
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 1 Aug 2017 19:51:00 -0400
  ...LEDs like these are typically rated for 20 mA, and after my test these had permanently changed characteristics from overdriving. I tested at current...
• Re: help interpreting starter problem
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sun, 1 May 2005 20:38:15 -0700
  So far, anytime I bench tested at a flap store it did not work because it has no support on the end and touches...
• Re: Some potentially stupid actions
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 5 Nov 2010 08:39:13 -0500
  ...I've tested this on a > bench blowing out the flame plenty of times. the warning in the camper manual is about driving, not...
• Emissions Problems/90 Vanagon Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Roger & Marilyn Ehret
  Mon, 23 Oct 2000 20:04:52 -0700
  ...It failed the emission test here in WA, but only on the hydrocarbons at idle. It passed the hydrocarbons at 2500 RPM. It also...
• Re: Calif. Smog Fail and Catalytic Converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 Mar 2013 02:18:52 -0400
  ...The pre-test failed due to high NO. This PDF has both the pre-test and the final test last week: http://sbw.org...
• Re: Cooling Fan - '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 20 Sep 2014 00:14:00 -0400
  ...Compression test without a leak down test is an incomplete test. The leak down with full shop pressure bypassing the gauge set should tell...
• Re: Dennis' opinion of emmision mods/Ed"s Soapboxing(long)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 17 Sep 1996 14:09:33 -0400
  ...Anyway, you are right about testing under load.That is why the new EPA standards call for testing on a dyno, so they can...
• SA HD Spring Rates
  Historical mailing list - James S. Cohen
  Sat, 19 Jun 1999 01:26:43 -0400
  ...It's probably accurate for springs tested on IT. I dont' know if it has relevance to springs tested on another tester somewhere else...
• Re: anyone with a 1.9L wbx advanced the timing???? as a performance mod?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Wed, 30 Jan 2002 10:14:16 -0500
  ...I finally got my 84 2.1 big valve engine running correctly and tested it this past Tuesday. I four pulls (tests) and made...
• Re: Tiico: oil in the water (need advice)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Tue, 25 Jun 2002 16:04:57 EDT
  ...Why didn't your mechanic change the oil filter the first time? Wouldn't he be concerned about contamination? Did he perform any tests...
• Vanagon Crash Safety Design Details/was cartalk...
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Tue, 7 Oct 2003 20:42:56 EDT
  ...The federal and insurance Institute crash tests are marginally better in that many of the conditions are controlled and an effort is made to...
• Calif. Smog Fail and Catalytic Converter
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Sat, 16 Mar 2013 09:23:55 -0700
  ...The pre-test failed due to high NO. This PDF has both the pre-test and the final test last week: http://sbw.org...
• Re: Recommend propane bits and pieces [NVC]
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 19 Jul 2006 17:41:18 -0400
  For testing purposes I use a scavenged bbq regulator and hose. I haven't tested it on the Dometic, but have used it to...
• Re: '90 2.1: What are the chances that I just fried my engine? UPDATE 2
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Sun, 23 Aug 2009 00:43:47 -0400
  ...Anyhow, we did a compression test first - I've been searching the archives for what numbers would be considered "normal" but no matter what...
• Re: Cold weather
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 1 Mar 2011 10:22:38 -0800
  ...Be a skeptic when you have it tested, too. Many auto parts places just 'spout out' whatever they feel like without really knowing how...
• Re: How long to do a valve job and replace the seats?
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Wed, 27 Sep 2000 18:20:35 -0400
  >The compression test is done static. The engine is rotated to top dead >center on >the compression stroke. This ensures that both valves are...
• Re: testing relays
  Historical mailing list - David Del Ben
  Fri, 8 Sep 2000 08:24:38 +1100
  ...Is there any way to test a relay - by pass it or short it out - to see if that's the problem? The dealer...
• Re: tested Oxygen Sensor, and...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 16 May 2008 23:25:28 -0400
  ...Just for fun, I decided to go out and "test" my oxygen sensor today, by which I mean I warmed up the car, and...
• Re: Wiper arm flapping all over the place
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 9 Dec 2017 10:05:03 -0800
  ...and give it test with water on the winshield (as lubricant) - if the test is good then tighten it some more and give the...
• Re: Fuel gauge error, any fix?
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 19 Jun 2012 13:28:47 -0400
  ...The VW1301 tester is a 10 ohm resistor, in line with a 500 ohm rheostat, graduated 0-1000. So, ohms = 10 + 1/2 the...
• Re: Fuel and temp gauges - wacky
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sat, 30 May 2009 23:32:17 -0400
  At 11:01 PM 5/30/2009, Alan Felder wrote... >The bentley suggests testing the guages with the VW 1301. I gather >this is...
• Hall Unit
  Historical mailing list - Dan Fleming
  Fri, 7 Apr 2000 18:48:12 -0700
  ...I tested for voltage at the Hall unit connector as directed. 10.5 volts, fine. I tested for fluctuating voltage between the center connector...
• Re: engine bay mounted starter switch?/compression test
  Historical mailing list - Ezra Hall
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 14:31:56 -500
  ...snip.. >anyone have a design for an engine bay mounted starter, >so you can crank the engine from out back and test things >like...
• Re: Diesel Emission Inspections (was EV Diesel Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Southard Family
  Wed, 12 Jul 2000 23:20:55 -0400
  On Wednesday, July 12, 2000 10:59 AM, Terry Kay <CTONLINE@webtv.net> wrote: > Right now, the only state that is emission testing dtesels...