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Re: Testing pressure cap
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sun, 16 Sep 2007 11:22:55 -0500
...On 9/16/07, John Meeks <vanagon@gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi List, > > Is there a method for testing the coolant expansion tank pressure cap...
Re: Propane tank pressure?
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Wed, 3 May 2006 19:00:36 -0700
...On 3 May 2006 at 14:00, Zoltan <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET> wrote: > I would like to pressure test the tank and with it the...
Re: Last question of the night
Historical mailing list - Walter Evens
Sun, 17 Feb 2002 08:37:46 -0800
...Therefore, must be tested while engine is running. No vacuum, no regulated pressure. Apparently EFI uses full pressure to start and then regulates after...
Re: CANCEL THAT: WAS Testing fuel delivery results, one oddity, now NO oddity
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 19 Aug 2012 14:01:50 -0700
...try following what they say for pressure testing a waterboxer pressure cap - they show you testing a diesel vanagon one, and mention an adapter...
Re: coolant overflow fears and thoughts
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:06:23 -0400
Coolant system-cap pressure testers are readily available. You will need an adapter for the VW cap. Yes quality is all over the place...
Re: Blam! Bleeder valve destruction and some other thoughts!
Historical mailing list - John T
Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:41:58 -0400
...Some parts stores > like Autozone loan out pressure testers for free that will test the cap as > well as pressurize the system to check...
Re: Fuel Pressure testing
Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
Tue, 10 Jun 2014 10:02:56 -0700
...gmail.com> wrote: > Would someone please advise me as to how to set up, build and use a fuel > pressure test rig? > > Thanks, > > John >
Bleeding cooling system
Historical mailing list
Sun, 22 Jan 95 19:53:00 -0500
...VV>Alistair I had heard at on time that there was in existance a pressure tester cap for vanagon systems much like the ones...
More fridge help needed.
Historical mailing list - Groff, Montgomery
Tue, 17 Aug 1999 16:25:33 -0600
...The only remaining test is the gas pressure. Since I don't have a gauge, does anyone know of a good propane mechanic in...
Re: No Start 83.5: Fuel pump test?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 18 Jul 2007 08:21:38 -0400
...two fuel pump volume tests today, one at the pump and one at >the return outlet of the fuel pressure regulator. Direct from the...
Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing? /NO Emissions Question
Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
Mon, 3 Mar 2008 23:12:38 -0800
...Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing? /NO Emissions Question > Both. They're testing the gas caps and the evap system. > > There's some...
Re: Pressure test cooling system howto?
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:10:22 -0700
...Pressure test cooling system howto? ( the rambling, long version > ...... > > Vanagonauts, (the realm of) > > This is what I use: > In fact, just used it 20...
Re: coolant overflow fears and thoughts
Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:51:47 -0700
...Yes, pressure caps are cheap, but the rest of your cooling system + radiators, etc are not. I think a cap tester is a good...
Re: Leak Down Testing
Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
Sun, 31 Dec 2006 19:54:11 -0500
...x amount of pressure for x seconds? If so, what are the specs? I've never done one of these tests before. Thanks, Geza
Re: Headgasket diagnostic "trick"
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:30:11 -0700
...pressure there when you remove the >> pressure cap ... >> yup .....exhaust and combustion pressure are getting into the cooling >> system . >> it's same test as...
Re: Testing pressure cap
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 16 Sep 2007 09:58:57 -0700
...Thanks Alastair and Larry~ The Bentley tester will tell you if the pressure relief valve is working but not if the vacuum valve, which...
Fuel pressure test
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:02:20 -0400
...http://www.benplace.com/fi_test.htm Ben
Re: Broken New Engine, What is fair resolution?
Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
Wed, 10 Apr 2002 13:11:43 EDT
...where is the coolant which has been displaced by the air bubble going? Is your reservoir tank filling up? Also, a system pressure test...
Re: of oil lights and pressure switches
Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
Wed, 26 Sep 2001 08:06:29 -0700
...If this doesn't help then get the pressure tested at a local >garage with a oil pressure gauge. Be sure to watch them...
Re: 1.9 oil light/preassure issue
Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:02:12 -0500
...Not endorsing it, but Harbor Freight has an oil pressure test kit that's pretty inexpensive. Not pro grade I'm sure but probably...
Fuel Pressure rail valve on 82
Historical mailing list - misemefein
Sat, 11 Nov 2006 14:55:52 -0500
...We're trying to test the fuel pressure on the Vanagon and can't seem to make the right connection. Thanks!
Re: Need help with hard start after stop
Historical mailing list - jesse and monica johnson
Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:03:30 -0700
Brand new Bosch injectors flow tested and pressure tested at injector.com I know they are good. All check out 16.5 ohms resistance...
Is the Idle control module adjustable or is it just bad?
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Tue, 26 Nov 2002 08:35:36 -0500
...area have one to test with? I could meet this weekend to test? I put the stock VW fuel pressure regulator back in, and...
Re: Fuel Pressure Regulator Vs Auto transmission
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Thu, 14 Dec 2006 16:37:27 -0500
...to be sure it's the FPR, you now need a Fuel pressure tester. I have 3 auto in the house as we speak...
Re: Leak Down Test, define ?
Historical mailing list - Will Wood
Tue, 10 Dec 1996 21:10:30 -0700
That's a compression test. The fit a pressure gauge with a hose into a spark plug hole and crank the engine (after the...
Re: 1.9 runs better with 02 sensor disconnected-kinda long cause I need to ventialte
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 15 Mar 2006 19:50:19 -0500
...My gauge is english threads.Any help on how I can test for high fuel pressure?
Re: head gasket or bad connection?
Historical mailing list - John
Sun, 20 Feb 2000 14:20:08 -0500
...Pressure testing is simply applying air pressure with a special hand pump to the (full)cooling system of a stopped engine. The entire hose...
Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Sun, 2 Mar 2008 22:41:39 -0800
...Gas caps are largely standardized now, so fitting it to the pressure tester is no trouble. Enter the asinine evap test for pre-OBD2...
Re: Oil pressure ?
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Sat, 22 Nov 2014 14:14:49 -1000
...that is extremely low oil pressure for a new engine. I this point I would consider my equipment and hook-up and overall testing...
Oil Pressure Warning System FIXED (for the archives)
Historical mailing list - Ryan Shawley
Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:11:41 -0400
For the archives; Synopsis; 86 Westy has intermittent oil pressure alarms (buzzer and flashing light) at LOW rpms, (clue; tach doesn't work) Testing...
Re: 1987 2.1 WBX oil buzzer comes on after hiway usage...
Historical mailing list - Van Pelt, Steve
Wed, 4 Mar 2015 12:51:42 -0600
...I'll try that first -How easy is it to replace the hi pressure (.9bar) sending unit? Further questions: - How can I test the...
Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing? /NO Emissions Question
Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
Mon, 3 Mar 2008 21:15:59 -0800
...Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing? /NO > Emissions Question > > > BenT is correct they do test the CAPS only. careful my cap was good...
Re: Fuel pressure
Historical mailing list - Tom Young
Sun, 8 Sep 2002 16:39:51 -0700
...Attach the fuel pressure gauge to the fuel rail at the testing port, and fire up the car. The gauge should indicate the proper...
Re: fuel pressure test connection size?
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Tue, 6 Feb 2001 14:03:02 -0500
...fuel pressure test connection size? > Just a thought -- if you mount your gauge in a sealed box you could connect > that to the manifold...
Re: Use Fuel Pressure Tester to Test Cooling System Pressure? (engine running)
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Sun, 21 May 2017 14:13:27 -0700
Thanks Larryguy. ;) I'll keep a hawk eye on pressure and would have a clamp ready to clamp the hose going to gauge before...
Re: fuel pressure test connection size?
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Tue, 6 Feb 2001 10:43:59 -0800
> Just a thought -- if you mount your gauge in a sealed box you could connect > that to the manifold pressure. That would give you...
Re: [Syncro] Cylinder sleeves, new problem
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Sun, 22 Sep 2002 06:14:40 -0700
...I had the head pressure tested and, sure enough, #1 failed. I replaced that head and cured the problems. It might be a good...
Re: 86 Coolant Pressure Leak/Problem.
Historical mailing list - Stuart
Tue, 24 Aug 1999 19:02:15 -0700
Chris, Did they flow test the radiator? Something is blocked if it builds pressure from the water pump trying to move coolant when the...
Re: Fuel pressure regulator
Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
Fri, 25 Feb 2000 19:50:16 EST
...allow any pressure to vent. Would it now be appropriate to >test the >operation of the regulator by applying a test gauge to the...
Pressure test cooling system howto?
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:25:50 -0700
...I suspect the hose either has a pinhole, or the head flange is leaking, but need to pressure test. Can I hook up my...
Fuel Pressure Tester
Historical mailing list - Paul Kirsch
Sun, 19 Dec 1999 20:31:49 EST
On Tue, 14 Dec 1999, Doktor Tim answered the following question: >Where should I look to buy a fuel pressure tester that will make...
Re: 1.9 L engine 10mpg
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Sun, 12 Dec 2004 00:32:39 -0500
O2 goes in safe mode!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Check plugs wiring instead...how did you test the fuel pressure relief valve? How did you test the AFM...
Re: Fuel pressure test gauge ???
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 26 Dec 2001 16:46:23 -0600
...I did however, find a fuel pressure test gauge > for > american cars that, I beleve, read in the correct range. Would the > fittings > on...
Re: SIERRA Coolant
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Sun, 13 Oct 2002 12:59:26 -0700
...Pressure test the cooling system and watch for loss, hot and cold. Do a leakdown test of each cylinder at TDC and watch for...
Re: No fuel pressure options?
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Thu, 31 Oct 2013 09:56:18 -0600
MW If you are getting Gas' @ the TestPort when the Pump is running then I would try Clamping the ReturnHose from PressureReg' to Tank...
WTB adaptor to cooling system tester ...
Historical mailing list - Evans Waldron
Mon, 11 Jun 2007 19:41:45 -0700
...I pumped up the tester a few times and rather quickly lost pressure. I then went under the van looking for leaks and tightened...
Re: pressure testing cooling system
Historical mailing list - Frank E. Terhaar-Yonkers
Mon, 18 Dec 1995 09:10:26 -0500
...Maybe get a junkyard cap and make it >into the pressure tester. Buy one of those snazzy electronic tire gauges >and check pressure 'til...
Re: AC relay question
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 01:25:49 -0500
...Maybe I should look into testing the pressure switches just the same. Anyone know how to do a bypass test? Keith O On Jan...
Fwd: Oil Pressure Test Results
Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
Tue, 7 Apr 1998 22:40:16 EDT
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Re: Problem with customer van that is driving me crazy
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Thu, 15 Oct 2015 10:04:44 -0700
Can the cooling system be tested while driving? If so, a helper watch the pressure gauge or video taken with smart phone or ? Neil...
Re: Update on Engine Overheating Concern
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Fri, 18 Feb 2005 13:24:34 EST
In a message dated 2/18/05 12:15:13 PM, roadguy@ROADHAUS.COM writes: << Pressure Cap - Replaced >> Did the old one test bad...
Re: CANCEL THAT: WAS Testing fuel delivery results, one oddity, now NO oddity
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sun, 19 Aug 2012 19:35:00 -0500
...sure. > try following what they say for pressure testing a waterboxer pressure > cap - they show you testing a diesel vanagon one, and mention an...
Oil Pressure Test Results
Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
Mon, 6 Apr 1998 22:09:33 EDT
I did an oil pressure test on my Vanagon today and I think the results are the ones that I am looking for but...
Re: 88 Vanagon - oil pressure alarm
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:03:35 -0800
...88 Vanagon - oil pressure alarm Come on, Scott. The problem is most likely electrical. FEW people can test their own oil pressure and doing...
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...
Re: `Cont'd: After 3000 mi trip: 84h2o overheating, grinding gears(manual trans
Historical mailing list - Ben huot
Fri, 22 Feb 2002 16:41:52 -0500
...The more the engine rise in temperature, more the pressure is high. TEST #1: Pressure Tests for the Cooling System The first test of...
Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Mon, 3 Mar 2008 17:53:39 -0800
> Maybe I'm operating under the wrong misconception, but I don't understand > how a tank can be expected to hold pressure when it...
Re: 2.1 wbx Compression Test
Historical mailing list - David Bohannan
Fri, 5 May 2017 12:32:50 -0400
...During these tests >> remove the pressure cap and have the coolant topped off all the way to the >> brim. Major internal leaks will quickly...
Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 9 Oct 2008 21:33:47 -0700
...firing the injectors. > --SAME AS LED TEST THOUGH RIGHT? > > why do you think you have fuel pressure ? > --PRESSURE GAUGE > the crude way is crank...
Re: fuel pump relief valve?
Historical mailing list - Sam Payne
Sat, 21 Jul 2007 05:17:54 -0400
...The Saab Bentley manual is much, much, much more complete than the Vanagon Bentley, and lists the pressure relief test as a standard test...