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• Re: VW Trends and Eurospec STILL LACK of power...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sat, 22 Jan 2000 10:10:47 EST
  ...stress in the engine: counterweighted crank, full balancing, rebuilt parts to exact lengths, matched ported: intake, exhaust, oil pump, careful assembly. All these will...
• Re: Caliper Bleeder Screw: RF Typically Seize More Often?-upper control arm bushings!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 3 Aug 2012 01:02:38 -0400
  ...noticed the RF bleeder was untouched. >> It won't turn, the other 3 do. -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http...
• Re: Trouble-Please HELP with 1.9 water pump removal issues
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 12 Oct 2011 22:38:42 -0700
  it's fiddly, but doable, crank pulley in place, engine in van of course. one 'danger' is the 4 inch long bolts that go...
• Re: removing NA/dipstick
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Fri, 21 Jun 2013 15:40:31 -0700
  ...On my list to do before the camping trip this summer is swap >> engines,custom build exhaust,replace tank and sending unit, stainless >> coolant...
• Re: Exhaust Bushing Inner Weave Premature Failure
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 9 Feb 2014 17:32:13 -0800
  ...Current primary is from an aftermarket Jetta downpipe-cat assembly. Material looks similar to the OEM primary material under shield. Image: http://tinyurl.com...
• Re: An Engine Conversion Begins-Mixed Emotions!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Tue, 17 Sep 2013 00:10:55 -0400
  ...They get newer 2.0 ABA engine VW >> cars just about every week, as well as 1.8Turbo VW and Audis. The newer >> engines...
• My writeup on removing and replacing the 2.1l Vanagon water pump
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 6 Aug 2013 18:30:57 -0400
  ...Now remove the three nuts that are holding the water pump to the engine case. Pull the pump straight away from the engine to...
• Re: Low Compression, Longevity of the WBX'er and $20K Vans
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:29:14 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: More On Front Blower Motor
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:09:21 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: AM/FM/CD/MP3 Radio with Weather Band that fits Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:39:26 -0400
  ...is very > > strong, > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Re: In praise of VW inline fours
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
  Wed, 18 Apr 2007 12:04:14 -0700
  Hate to say this, but these inline 4s are actually modified Audi/NSU engines that VW got a hold of when they bought those...
• Re: coolant overflow fears and thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 9 May 2013 21:36:34 -0700
  ...influences damaging the engines. As for rebuilds not lasting as they should part of it is replacement part quality, incorrect assembly, or re-using...
• Re: Cracked Syncro Clutch Housing
  Historical mailing list - W.R. Transue
  Mon, 12 Aug 96 16:27:44 -0500
  ...have a Bentley (or any VW manual) to see the engine-trans assembly > layout and verify what component is cracked/leaking (your trans? =:O...
• Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Press
  Sun, 27 Jan 2013 13:10:14 -0800
  ...but then the engine would be bouncing off > the > > rev-limiter. > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: LED backup lights update
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:02:06 -0600
  ...I waited a few mins, then carefully clipped the light >> assembly into the housing and reinstalled everything. >> >> Everything is working for now... but man...
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 18:43:52 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Was: '89 Carat .... Seattle ... Now: It's in Edmonds WA
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 18 Nov 2012 11:01:35 -0500
  ...some jumpseat > > > sidepanels !! > > > > > > > > -- > > Neil n > > > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > > > '81...
• Re: Rear brakes frustration
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:41:45 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: heater blower switch
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 8 Oct 2001 14:16:09 -0500
  ...If I turn the engine off and leave the van for a few minutes It reverts back to the same cycle. Since I've...
• Re: Question RE installing late radiator into 83 diesel
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 27 Jul 2005 12:35:25 -0500
  ...I have already mounted the >> compressor in the car with the engine. >> >> I found a Behr underdash unit but still need a few parts...
• Engine Stand [was Re: Re: Sears Cycle Jack reduced to $69]
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Tue, 21 Dec 2004 15:14:18 -0800
  ...I want to mount the > > entire engine with exhaust/muffler on the stand for ease of assembly. > > Any suggestions on where to buy such...
• Re: At Idle: AFM Flap, CO Screw Relationship. Explanation Found
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:59:14 -0700
  ...As per your other post, I measured the voltage output of the O2 sensor (after disconnecting, engine off) while turning the CO screw. I...
• Re: SAmba Ad
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 18 May 2012 09:07:26 -0700
  ...of a Tencent engine. Can't find > Tencents ad right now. > > > -- Neil n 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: Shift Lever + Box (1981, 1985) PICS
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 8 Jul 2014 12:36:04 -0700
  ...With the 1981 shifter assembly installed on a 1985 shift box, engine off, I could feel the gears but due to base plate differences...
• Another Cracked Relay Connection PICS (Jetta swap)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:08:43 -0800
  ...http://www.picocanada.com/en/product/928.php The engine starts and runs. But I recalled Dicks' comment on his Scirocco fuel pump relay...
• Re: Some Comments on Engine Conversion Eurospec vs. non -
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 3 Jan 2000 20:33:42 EST
  ...exit of the engine compartment. Not hard to do. The Al cuts nicely and I just pop-riveted the assembly together. To remove it...
• Re: some notes from counterman mag
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 21 Oct 2002 11:42:21 -0400
  ...years previous where an engineering change in the protective coatings on body panels being shipped to the local assembly plant wasn't communicated properly...
• Re: It's alive, but it gives bad head! (Fixing head leak on '87 2.1L)
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Sun, 17 Jun 2007 22:19:48 -0500
  ---- Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote: > If the cooling system can’t hold pressure, operating the engine is a risk. > Just being filled with...
• Re: <no subject>
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Poole
  Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:35:46 -0700
  ...This unlike the guy who rebuilt the engine off of Craig's list who was evasive and didn't have the time of day...
• Stock battery / Montreal / Mont Tremblant
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Sat, 28 Jul 2018 13:15:42 -0400
  ...still > > carry 41. > > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '88 Slate Blue Westy to be named. > > '81...
• Re: Passenger van to westy pop top conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Hill
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 08:25:52 -0600
  ...support posts somewhere in the middle and move the whole roof assembly over. This is the way they deal with damaged car roofs generally...
• Re: AM/FM/CD/MP3 Radio with Weather Band that fits Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:34:33 -0400
  ...the drivers seat? > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp > > '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages...
• Re: Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:14:42 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Propane fueled Vanagons??
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee, www.vwrack.com
  Mon, 18 Sep 2006 19:41:20 -0600
  ...There needs to be an enclosure around the valve assembly, this sealed enclosure is vented outside the vehicle. For what it's worth, automotive...
• STP WAS==>Re: 20W-50 oil question
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 16:13:01 +0000
  ...Bob Donalds <donalds1@VERIZON.NET> > I have a bottle and have done some playing with samples assembly lube and > such > but too many bad...
• Re: Jetta Conversion Observations
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 20 Jan 2013 18:33:38 -0800
  ...The engine can pull a > hill at 5,000 rpm if it has to, and driven conservatively, one should > expect to get 20 mpg...
• Re: floppy clutch, unable to shift when the engine is on
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:40:20 -0800
  ...like an actual clutch assembly problem. ( disc, pressure plate, throw out brg, pilot brg, cross shaft, etc. ) is the pedal pressure nice and firm...
• Re: Reputable "Wrenching" Forums, Lists for Beginner? Poss. Motorcycle Lists?
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Sat, 15 Oct 2011 14:24:34 -0400
  ...dual port single carb > > engine. Muir's book will teach you. > > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp...
• Re: Worst of all Vanagon Jobs
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 3 Mar 2013 16:44:31 -0800
  ...On 3/3/2013 3:09 PM, Jonce Fancher wrote: > My worse night mare might be the front heater blower assembly. > I have pulled...
• Re: Coolant Drain - 2.1 L
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 23 Sep 2015 18:20:43 -0500
  ...Such fun! John On Sep 23, 2015 09:57, "John Rodgers" <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote: > Frank, thanks. > > This engine is getting close to it...
• Re: Danfoss VS Sawafuji Compressor. Which is Electrically More Efficient?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 13 Sep 2012 21:55:08 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Van down -- DeLand, FL, trobleshooting data obtained to date
  Historical mailing list - Tom Torrella
  Fri, 25 Nov 2011 07:29:28 -0500
  ...After to be smooth increase in resistance as wiper assembly moved CCW > from rest position. Only have cheap digital multimeter so not sure if...
• Re: So let's talk about carrying green 1 LB Coleman cylinders
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 29 Apr 2012 09:22:37 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Fixed my Honda, Thought: Honda 2.4 I-VTEC Engine into Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:35:19 -0500
  ...the engine turns first. >>>> that late a Honda engine may turn 'normal clockwise.' >> >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Neil n >> >> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl...
• Re: so it turns out i like vanagons.....
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:13:41 -0600
  Yep, Craig is keeping us older vanagon codgers young!? Reminds moi of the old vw bus days when I changed my 1st bus engine...
• Re: CO Adjusting Screw. PO Set it All The Way In? Base Setting?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:21:43 -0400
  ...When engine temp higher, engine runs "ok". Reading this post from Dennis: http://gerry.vanagon.com/cgi-bin/wa.exe?A2=ind0201A&L=vanagon...
• Power brake booster on Type II
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 30 Dec 1995 11:32:43 -0800
  ...bracket to mount the booster/master cylinder assembly and then run a vacuum line to the engine compartment. I plan to use copper tubing...
• Re: Starter Motor Sudden Failure: Normal?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:46:17 -0800
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• WBX removal
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Sat, 3 May 2003 19:44:18 -0700
  ...the engine compartment opening, and a floor jack (with front wheels removed) was set across the wood frame. The jacks rear wheel assembly and...
• LP tank and Skylight
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Seitz
  Thu, 10 Jun 1999 16:19:33 -0500
  ...I am looking for a LP tank and skylight for my '84 Westy? Anyone have these used? I need the whole skylight assembly. Mine...
• Re: Help! Hesitation on the road!
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:46:01 -0700
  ...All Vanagon > Digifant > Fuel Injection Engines > > CONDITION After driving for 1/2 to 2 hours at a constant > speed, > vehicle experiences lack of power...
• Re: Throttle stop switch? Stumbles on resume throttle..
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 10 Mar 2013 17:37:29 -0700
  ...stuck some pipe onto the end of the Vanagon air filter assembly to run the intake around to the throttle body of the inline...
• Re: Which automatic transaxle (A/T) has the best chance of life
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 23 Sep 2012 10:42:31 -0400
  The clunking noises may indicate a problem in the final drive assembly. The no drive after warm up indicates an internal leak problem such...
• Re: What to replace in a rebuild?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 29 Aug 2004 18:24:18 -0500
  ...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: 1.25 or 1.4 rocker arms?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Sat, 27 Oct 2001 21:32:59 -0400
  ...I have seen the guides close around the valve due to the retainer striking the guide when ratio rocker are used on bug engines...
• Re: Kens trip more comments
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:59:58 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
• Re: Jetta fires and Mexico specials
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Tue, 20 May 2008 08:40:50 -0700
  ...base [ H ] >> Engine: Petrol [ D ] >> Restraint: Active w/ dual air bags [ 8 ] >> Model: Golf Mk 3 / Vento [ 1H ] >> Year: 1996 [ T ] >> Assembly Plant: Puebla...
• Our warranty WAS: RE: Boston Bob engines - Use caution
  Historical mailing list - Bostig Eng
  Wed, 17 Jan 2007 02:15:34 -0500
  ...all aspects of modern engine manufacture and assembly. Our approach is always deal in factory longblocks or complete engines of excellent design and manufacture...
• Re: Upholstery Re-cover Swatch Opinion? ('81 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:42:16 -0800
  ...The >>> main goal here is to replace the foam. >>> >>> Neil. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Neil n >>> >>> 65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp >>> >>> '88...
• Re: 1985 1.9 Hesitation at higher RPM **SOLVED**
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 11:04:21 -0700
  ...http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines