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• Re: '88 GL Muffler Change - a big PITB!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 Aug 2013 00:39:39 -0400
  ...With the muffler out, the tailpipe bolts were removed, freeing the tailpipe to be swapped over to the new muffler. Next came separating the...
• Re: 87 EXTREMELY Rich at start-up
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Wed, 21 May 2003 12:12:30 -0700
  ...to the point that raw > fuel is coming out of > the tailpipe , Ric won't have to do any hole > sniffing unless, of course...
• Re: Which end?
  Historical mailing list - zolo
  Sat, 7 Feb 2004 12:43:54 -0800
  ...Now which side is the tail pipe should be? >> > > Zoltan, > > The tailpipe is mounted to the flange with the threaded holes. I think that...
• Re: Negligent mechanic?
  Historical mailing list - James Benthall
  Sat, 20 Aug 2005 11:34:51 EDT
  ...and new tailpipe he also ordered in with no problems. Looks and sounds great. Of course, the old grizzled fellow actually doing the work...
• Re: water pump leak?
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sat, 24 Dec 2005 12:30:08 -0500
  ...am going to give serious thought to removing cat, muffler and tailpipe so that I can also remove heat shield. This should give much...
• Re: Orienting Muffler
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Aug 2012 13:22:26 -0400
  ...Looking at the muffler facing the tailpipe the connection should be at about the 7 o'clock position. Do note the inlet and outlet...
• Re: compression
  Historical mailing list - Peter Zendzian
  Mon, 23 Mar 1998 17:25:31 -1000
  ...Also, check out the residue in the tailpipe. A >black, thick, greasy smudge on your finger means the engine is using >oil. > >How does...
• Re: 120HP RE: Craigslist Diamond in Rough!
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 19 Mar 2012 22:37:40 -0400
  ...On Mon, Mar 19, 2012 at 9:23 PM, Chris S. <szpejankowski@gmail.com> wrote: > Due to high tailpipe emissions? > > > Chris. > > Wysłane z iPhone...
• Re(2): Rough running when Hot
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 Jan 1997 19:08:10 -0500
  ...In my symptoms, the exhaust is continuing to flow out the tailpipe, but it is black, from an overrich engine, which is also mis...
• Head Gasket?
  Historical mailing list - guymon
  Tue, 17 Mar 1998 14:23:36 -0600
  ...The van starts and runs okay untill it warms up then HUGE plumbs of blue white smoke come out the tailpipe. In fact I...
• Oil and new rings
  Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 11:46:52 -0600
  ...Is it all just going out the tailpipe until the rings get seated? Should I be changing the oil and or filter, or can...
• Re: Chuff, Chuff, Chuff
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Wed, 5 Sep 2007 09:47:55 -0700
  ...I think the tailpipes start to rust in shipping. >Unless you spring for stainless steel >or take the parts somewhere and have them professionally...
• Re: Info needed re: Audi 5-cyl conversion certification in California
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 15 Dec 2010 21:18:52 -0800
  ...add on pipe to make a U-turn and have the tailpipe exit the rear. (Downstream from the factory cats you can do anything...
• Sources for heat exchangers/exhaust parts?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 12 Jun 1995 15:05:45 -0400
  ...Also, has anyone had any experience with the one piece muffler systems I have seen? The ones with the wlbow, muffler, tailpipe all-in...
• Missing Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
  Thu, 17 May 2001 09:51:43 -0600
  ...The only place I see water/coolant is a fine oily mist out the tailpipe. This has happened for a while, but is now...
• Re: new muffler question: BusDepot offerings
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Fri, 4 Aug 2006 10:41:20 -0700
  ...wrote: > need to replace the muffler/tailpipe/strap on my '84 1.9l-- rust finally > overwhelmed them. I got a Midas muffler about 16...
• Re: 11MPG!
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Tue, 1 Dec 1998 19:34:43 -0600
  ...The oxygen sensor, when working correctly, will >> help, not hinder your fuel milage. > >Actually, if the sensor is dead and the tailpipe is full...
• 89 Bluestar muffler question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Tue, 21 Jan 2014 10:14:27 -0500
  ...I'm investigating the rattling noise coming from the muffler hitting the heat shield I think but I also found a tailpipe attachment bolt...
• 85 Exhaust:
  Historical mailing list - Richard Lynch
  Fri, 28 Jul 2000 10:16:12 -0700
  The tailpipe assembly just blew out! And now I have a lot more power! Can actually accelerate up the long grade on highway #1...
• Re: 87 EXTREMELY Rich at start-up
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Otter
  Wed, 21 May 2003 15:08:01 -0400
  ...to the point that raw fuel is coming out of the tailpipe , Ric won't have to do any hole sniffing unless, of course...
• Re: Breaking up is hard to do
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:15:52 -0400
  ...lot of $$ to renew > because there is a hole in the tailpipe, and some kind of > electrical short in the undercarriage (the engine dies...
• Re: Best Muffler Price?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Mar 1997 18:49:34 -0400 (AST)
  At 08:47 AM 3/31/97 -0600, The Bus Depot wrote: >>Who has the best price on a muffler and tailpipe for an...
• Re: 89 vanagon burning plastic odor
  Historical mailing list - Philip Menchions
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 21:44:15 -0330
  ...any ideas? > gregory > You neglected to say what side but if it's the passenger side check the tailpipe or muffler on that side...
• FS: 84 Vanagon Westy in WI
  Historical mailing list - Joe Seitz
  Thu, 12 Apr 2001 12:44:25 -0500
  ...New Muffler & tailpipe, New Exhause Manifold New Master cylinder. New plug wires. Oil/filter changed every 3-4000. Has faithfully carried me and my...
• WTB Exhaust pieces for 85, 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - David Bohannan
  Mon, 29 Aug 2005 09:58:48 -0400
  ...I am missing the Y pipe (called exhaust collector) that the OX sensor sits on, the cat, the muffler and the tailpipe... Does anyone...
• Re: � � � New muffler and stu ff...
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 6 Sep 2002 17:21:46 EDT
  ...BusDepot sells a replacement muffler that is also stainless steel (though the tailpipe isn't).
• Re: Tires, Parts, Etc.
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 25 May 2017 21:15:32 -0400
  ...I once had an inspection mechanic at a national brake franchise try to test emissions by putting the wand in the gas heater tailpipe...
• 79 exhaust found(80-82 also)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 17 Apr 1996 13:26:44 -0500 (EST)
  ...crossover pipe $249.92 cat convert $129.94 muffler $97.97 tailpipe $14.95 assorted gaskets $10-$12 Actually, now that I look in...
• Re: Need muffler in N TX
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Spurgin
  Sat, 12 Apr 2003 14:32:14 -0500
  ...ds >It's an 81 non-california vanagon > >If anyone in north Texas or southern OK has a spare muffler and tailpipe I just...
• WTB Exhaust pieces for 85, 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - David Bohannan
  Thu, 1 Sep 2005 09:29:13 -0400
  I may have a source for the Y pipe (one with the O2 sensor) Anyone have a good lead on cat, muffler tailpipe? Any...
• Re: Tips on passing emissions
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 13:05:55 -0500
  ...That > >stupid funnel kept the gasses in the tailpipe longer, and I didn't > >think it was fair. They didn't listen to me...
• Re: Alternative mufflers in place of OEM etc..
  Historical mailing list - Michael Blackburn
  Fri, 5 Jul 2002 08:35:49 -0600
  ...The Dodge can is a little shorter than the stock VW can, so an extra long tailpipe was welded on to make the tailpipe...
• Bad fuel pressure regulator?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stanford
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 08:20:09 EDT
  ...soon as you touch the gas. Also, very hard to start. Tailpipe is sooty black so I know it's too rich. Any suggestions...
• '88 GL Muffler Change - a big PITB!!!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Mon, 12 Aug 2013 09:33:10 -0500
  ...With the muffler out, the tailpipe bolts were removed, freeing the tailpipe to be swapped over to the new muffler. Next came separating the...
• Re: oil level question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Hutton
  Thu, 13 Jul 1995 11:17:49 -0600 (MDT)
  ...The worst thing you can do is > over-fill the crankcase, because excess could blow out the tailpipe and gum up > your catalytic converter...
• Re: smokin tailpipe 83 diesel
  Historical mailing list - Bill/Lisa Protzek
  Tue, 18 Jun 1996 17:05:05 -0700
  Miller - James W. wrote: > > Hey all, > Just wunderin how much soot/smoke is normal during excelleration and > driving on an 83 diesel westy. The...
• Exhaust parts suppliers for '84 gas fueled
  Historical mailing list - R. E. Haufler
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 12:40:10 -0400
  ...I believe that he needs a catalytic convertor, muffler, tailpipe, gaskets, muffler hanger strap, etc. He had ordered a complete set from Advance, but...
• Re: Gastester(schon wieder!)
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 14 May 1995 22:41:57 -0700
  ...I tapped the sensor into a pipe that is a press fit >into my tailpipe. > >Very educational to watch the display. "Sweet spot" setting...
• mechanics in Durham, NC area
  Historical mailing list - Michelle Pesavento
  Fri, 10 Aug 2001 11:33:01 -0400
  Hi folks, I was told by the inspection station around the corner that I'll need a new muffler and tailpipe for my '85...
• Re: Tailpipe repair
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 22 Jun 2004 15:13:25 -0400
  Not really.. Around town, slowing the engine often, you will not have a problem. One the hy-way... you have a smelt down. Eric...
• Re: More power
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rouby
  Thu, 18 Jan 2007 13:59:41 -0800
  ...a notch from some of the Vanagon apron sheetmetal (where the tailpipe exists) and hammer one of the header tubes in a bit. Otherwise...
• Re: black smoke pouring out exhaust?!?!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 18 Feb 95 19:16:51 EST
  ...smoke pours out the tailpipe.There's no doubt about the oil in > it-wiping a rag around the tailpipe gave plenty on the...
• RE: cool running = poor mpg
  Historical mailing list - Stephen T. KIRBY 610-454-3941
  Tue, 29 Apr 1997 13:25:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...This condensed fuel will get sucked into the cylinder where it won't burn completely and then spat out the tailpipe. Not good for...
• RE: extractor exhausts
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 30 May 1996 09:20:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Exhaust gases melted the rest of the ice pretty quickly (funny to see ice cubes shooting out the tailpipe), and the bus and I...
• Re: EMISSIONS -- I PASSED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Eckie Prater
  Mon, 22 Jun 1998 13:12:58 -0500
  ...N/A > > ASM 2 TAILPIPE EMISSIONS INSPECTION > > 15 MPH: > Limit Reading Result > HC ppm 157 138 PASS > CO % 2.24 1.42 PASS > NO...
• Re: White smoke? (UPDATE)
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Pegden
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 00:27:17 -0400
  ...Out of the tailpipe, apart >> from >> white smoke I see now that it's dripping some grayish liquid---what I >> might guess to be...
• Oh noooo! What to do?
  Historical mailing list - Stucco
  Thu, 24 Jan 2002 11:16:15 -0700
  ...I'm getting coolant leaking and oil(?) coming through the tailpipe. I really love my van, but I'm not financially able to do...
• Re: Funny clunking noise
  Historical mailing list - andrewbell
  Mon, 6 Aug 2001 09:39:04 -0500
  ...The clunking noise was similar to the > tailpipe banging against the bumper (but not so tinny). It would appear > and disappear when I let...
• Re: Tips on passing emissions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:51:58 -0400
  ...That stupid funnel kept the gasses in the tailpipe longer, and I didn't think it was fair. They didn't listen to me...
• Exhaustive Research
  Historical mailing list - Tromper
  Wed, 10 Sep 2003 17:38:26 -0700
  Hi folks, Back on the last exhaust thread folks were complaining about the tailpipe from the bus depot rusting out on them even when...
• Re: black tail pipe
  Historical mailing list - Remco deJong
  Sat, 11 Oct 1997 23:52:48 -0400
  Perhaps the black tailpipe results from the enrichment mode of the engine. Most, if not all, gasoline engines run rich at high loads. The...
• Muffler alignment
  Historical mailing list - Jason Pufahl
  Tue, 18 Nov 2003 23:29:40 +0000
  ...I am assuming, by the bentley pictures, that the threaded side is what the tailpipe connects to. Correct? I don't see any markings...
• Re: Exhaust leaks
  Historical mailing list - William Greenamyer
  Mon, 19 Sep 2005 08:40:07 -0400
  ...Bob's technique of placing a rag over the tailpipe didn't help me find the small leaks (and there were a few) in...
• Re: That wonderful ignature VW "chrip"!
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:42:04 -0700
  I'm pretty sure it was the two little chrome tailpipes fitted to the stock muffler. I smile every time I hear it...quite...
• Re: Compression Question
  Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 21:24:25 -0400
  ...to keep it running and get the revs up - but huge clouds of blue smoke would come pouring out the tailpipe like james Bond . . . .
• Re: AW: Two emblems on back of Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 20 Mar 2014 10:04:16 -0700
  ...Are these inner fenders? http://www.vw-winkler.de/index.php?a=754& They have a cool tailpipe too http://www.vw-winkler.de...
• Re: Diesel good idea?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Thu, 6 Jun 2013 10:27:34 -0700
  ...Additionally, I suggest people google what comes out of the tailpipe of an 80's era uncontrolled diesel engine. ( in VW ...anything pre-tdi...
• Re: Exhaust leaks
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Wed, 14 Sep 2005 04:20:35 -0400
  ...Bob's technique of placing a rag over the tailpipe didn't help me find the small leaks (and there were a few) in...
• Re: cherrybomb as a mufler
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sat, 13 Jan 2007 11:12:40 -0800
  ...In fact, when one of the struts on the muffler mount broke, I removed the muffler altogether, and just bolted my custom tailpipe directly...
• Re: Exhaust leaks and failed tests
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 13 Jun 2018 22:40:34 -0400
  ...With the exhaust system > cool, tape the Vac hose to the tailpipe, turn on the machine. With the > exhaust pipe pressurized, and using a...