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  • diesel conversion woes ...
    Historical mailing list - John Dillon
    Sun, 16 Aug 2015 20:30:39 -0400
    ...a few problems with the cooling system and a later rad to be modified … Anyway … there are exhaust issues …. Ol’ Rolf says this will...
  • Re: 1.9 exhaust braces
    Historical mailing list - Various
    Sat, 20 Sep 2003 15:22:35 -0300
    ...exhaust system for my '85 > Westy (all pipes, cat, and muffler) but the DPO had removed and > go w/ a S&S system!! i...
  • Re: powder coating exhaust
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Thu, 25 May 2000 23:15:57 EDT
    Before you install your exhaust system make sure all the pipes bolt together without any one fitting off center. On my exhaust the elbow...
  • Re: Merffler options?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:38:00 EDT
    ...See my _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://frankcondelli.com/exhaust.htm) webpage for details and photos. >>>>>The muffler is simply attached to the...
  • Re: Header exhaust system for 82 van
    Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
    Thu, 2 Aug 2001 22:04:50 -0500
    Might try aircooled.net for the exhaust. _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp
  • Re: Engine Conversion Eurospec vs. nonEurospec
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Mon, 3 Jan 2000 17:48:57 -0800
    ...We do not supply an exhaust system with our conversion kit as there is just too many different types of exhaust manifold designs out...
  • Re: engine pushing exhaust into coolant system
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Sat, 1 Dec 2007 14:15:57 -0800
    ...engine pushing exhaust into coolant system What is the best way to find out which cylinder is leaking exhaust into the coolant system? thanks...
  • Re: stainless exhaust availability
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Thu, 18 Feb 1999 14:41:54 -0500
    ...Is anyone making a > complete stainless steel exhaust system for Vanagons? Both Bus Depot and > Stebro have talked about providing this product for some...
  • Re: vanagon exhaust systems
    Historical mailing list - Beth Young
    Tue, 26 Nov 1996 17:40:11 -0800 (PST)
    ...have shown that exhaust systems of stainless steel last so much > longer than mild or aluminized steel that, in spite of high material costs...
  • Bus Depot S&S exhaus system
    Historical mailing list - Mitch
    Wed, 28 Feb 2001 13:42:29 -0500
    Does anyone have comments on the S&S Header Complete exhaust system for the westy? My 91 Westy just turned 90,000 miles and...
  • FW: 5-/6-cyl VW vans, AUDI exhaust syste
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 29 Jul 1996 13:00:42 +0300
    ...90 Syncro Westfalia wrote: >>The shipped exhaust system will find its place >>underneath the left midsection. Because my vanagon is a camper >>and on...
  • Re: Synchro exhaust options
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 11 Apr 94 13:22:43 CDT
    On Mon, 11 Apr 94 13:13:55 CDT Drew Jenkins said: >I need to replace the exhaust system on my 86 Synchro. It...
  • Re: Need a New Exhaust System, S&S Any Good?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 24 Apr 2007 06:24:27 EDT
    ...Robert, may I suggest you consider using my Stainless Steel Exhaust system - _STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro...
  • Exhausts that delete the heaterboxes completely on aircooled Type IV engines?
    Historical mailing list - courtney hook
    Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:57:09 -0800
    ...a Porsche 914 exhaust? It seems there is nothing to do this and remove all the heaterbox crap. Anyone come across a system? Courtney
  • Re: inline 4 exhaust systems?
    Historical mailing list - Kitzmann
    Sat, 24 Nov 2001 12:08:48 -0500
    My installation has the exhaust running forward like yours will. I have a 1.8L GTI engine installed at 54 degrees with a diesel...
  • Re: [Marvel Mystery Oil Muffler Warning...]
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Wed, 25 Jul 2001 23:28:29 -0500
    ...caused your exhaust system to self destruct !! See---- the stuff works miracles !! It caused you to be aware that your exhaust system was going...
  • Re: Help with exhaust bracket design?
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Tue, 23 Sep 2008 22:51:53 -0400
    Neil, Take a look at the exhaust system on any rabbit/jetta/scirocco/golf/etc.. The entire system is suspended with rubber hangers. This...
  • Re: Exhaust Manifold Removal
    Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
    Sun, 14 Aug 2005 20:07:59 -0500
    ...can't get the exhaust manifolds off.>> If, and only if you have the rest of the exhaust system disconnected from the head pipes...
  • Rebuilt engine project
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:22:35 EDT
    ...Engine fully rebuilt, all rustable metal parts on the engine were POR-15ed and a 2.1 stainless steel exhaust system was fitted. Modifications...
  • Re: A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Sucessful Work in Progress
    Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
    Tue, 17 Sep 2002 09:28:22 -0400
    ...I assembled the exhaust system using a 5" exhaust clamp and a piece of 1.5" angle iron to solidly mount the catalytic converter...
  • Re: Recommended Exhaust System for '88 Vangon
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 13 May 2008 07:21:57 EDT
    ...See my _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/exhaust.htm) website for complete details. Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada...
  • Ground for O2 Sensor?
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Thu, 14 Sep 2000 10:29:00 -0400
    Somebody made an interesting comment yesterday about the O2 sensor not grounding through rusty exhaust systems. Then somebody said their engine problems went away...
  • Re: Need crossover pipe for aircooled vanagon exhaust.
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Mon, 22 Jul 2002 16:00:26 -0400
    ...You might want to > try www.busdepot.com Our '72-74 exhaust system (which also fits aircooled Vanagons, except for California emissions models) is...
  • Re: Exhaust Question: Stock, S&S, or Sebro?
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Wed, 25 Dec 2002 16:06:28 -0500
    >I looked through the archives and found mixed feelings on the header vs stock >exhaust systems. I am replacing the rusty exhuast system on...
  • Canadian Exhaust
    Historical mailing list - Karl Dawe
    Thu, 28 Jun 2001 14:46:45 -0230
    Has anyone had an exhaust system built for them by a muffler shop here in Canada? I'm trying to figure out the cost...
  • Re: Golf/Jetta engine in gas Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 15 Oct 1996 21:28:14 -0700 (PDT)
    ...If the exhaust system is designed to allow for some movement, it will last as long as the stock system. Allowing for movement is...
  • S&S exhaust system Jet-Hot Coated
    Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
    Fri, 2 Mar 2001 08:59:14 -0500
    ...Tim Hannink Winter Park, Florida 1987 Wolfsburg Edition Westfalia Camper - "Goldibox" 170,000 miles and an original exhaust system. http://hanninkt.home.netcom.com/
  • Re: lost exhaust pipe
    Historical mailing list - Dave L
    Tue, 5 Sep 2000 15:34:27 -0400
    ...To be sure, see the exhaust system pictures at Bus Depot's site http://www.busdepot.com/exhaust8.htm to compare to your system...
  • Re: diesel conversion woes ...
    Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
    Sun, 16 Aug 2015 17:46:49 -0700
    ...a few problems with the cooling system and a later rad to be modified … > > Anyway … there are exhaust issues …. > > Ol’ Rolf says this will...
  • Re: Heat shield
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Sat, 8 Apr 2006 10:06:30 EDT
    ...I have all the exhaust support rods for the 1.9 in Stainless Steel. See my _STEBRO/Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust System_ (http://members...
  • New exhaust install
    Historical mailing list - Steve Mozurkewich
    Mon, 7 Apr 2003 10:40:11 -0700
    My 89 Westy is in need of a new exhaust system. I'm thinking the whole thing. Has anyone installed one and how was...
  • <No subject>
    Historical mailing list - Mike Lawrence
    Sat, 16 Mar 2002 15:06:45 -0800
    Here is the exhaust system I bought for my 1981 Westy. I bought it from Chirco.com & it is a Bug Pack System. Part...
  • Re: STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST SYSTEM?
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Thu, 24 Sep 1998 16:31:22 -0400
    ...remember someone promising to let us know when a stainless steel exhaust > > system for Vanagons was marketed. Does anyone recall hearing any more about...
  • exhaust systems
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 11 Jun 1997 22:36:21 -0800
    After reviewing the 97 Archives and recent postings on exhaust systems, I am still left with a basic question for my 86 vanagon. So...
  • Re: Rust convertor stuff on Exhaust pipes?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Grillo
    Wed, 29 Mar 2000 14:21:41 -0500
    ...Cosmetically for short term it may be ok, but it isn't saving your exhaust system. Reality is, stainless is the only way to...
  • Re: Air Cooled Exhaust Spacers Available
    Historical mailing list - Robert Wing
    Thu, 4 Oct 2007 07:43:43 -0400
    I just cut the mounting flanges off of old systems, did the appropriate grinding, and added exhaust gaskets. That gave me the clearance I...
  • '86 engine into '84 van questions
    Historical mailing list - CARY CHIANG
    Wed, 8 Apr 1998 15:46:11 -0700
    ...trans.) that is in better shape and has a new exhaust system. I understand that the fuel injection, exhaust system, and cooling hose layout...
  • Re: Engine Conversion Eurospec vs. nonEurospec
    Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
    Mon, 3 Jan 2000 21:12:56 -0800
    ...I have however, the droning at about 3000 rpm with vibrations which I mostly attribute to the custom exhaust system. I have discovered that...
  • Re: Search for 82 exhaust manifold
    Historical mailing list - Gary Nichols
    Thu, 11 Apr 96 10:07:41 PDT
    ...The exhaust system is >equipped with an O2 sensor and a cat. The exhaust ports are rectangular. = >The >exhaust system is California based meaning...
  • Re: Exhaust system brackets on 84GL 4 speed
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:54:10 -0700
    ...on the van > than I > have. > > There are a lot of exhaust system brackets and supports which attach > to the > engine on this van...
  • FS: Complete (or partial) Exhaust system for 2.1l Vanagon WBX
    Historical mailing list - David Jaffe
    Wed, 11 Dec 2002 20:43:42 -0800
    I have a an extra, complete 2.1l exhaust system, from headers to tailpipe, including muffler & cat. Selling all for $350 OBO, and I...
  • Re: Secret of the Exhaust Nuts?
    Historical mailing list - Chuck Baird
    Sun, 13 Feb 2005 12:21:01 -0500
    ...Last fall, my nephew asked me to help him put on a complete new exhaust system with his Mi*ta, including exhaust manifold. This...
  • Exhaust Pipes Question
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:55:15 -0600
    Will a 2.1L WBX Syncro Exhaust system fit onto a standard 2.1 L WBX in a standard 2WD 88 GL? Thanks. Regards...
  • Re: Putting a 2.1L where my 1.9L used to be......
    Historical mailing list - Paul
    Sat, 12 May 2012 16:44:42 -0700
    ...1 exhaust system and 2.1 intake > on it would be, > but it'll work. > > one reason to use the 2.1 exhaust is...
  • Re: 2.1 conversion warning-more solution comments
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Fri, 15 Sep 2000 07:54:44 -0700
    Unfortunately using the 2.1 exhaust won't work either. Both the cooling system and exhaust were redesigned to accommodate the cooler. There is...
  • Re: 1.9 exhaust install
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Sat, 13 Aug 2005 18:08:13 -0700
    > I'm not sure how well stocked your tool box is, and what sort of shop > equipment you have to tackle the exhaust system...
  • Re: Need a New Exhaust System, S&S Any Good?
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Tue, 24 Apr 2007 11:31:17 -0400
    ...Once you get into the exhaust system R&R You will not want to repeat the process anytime soon. I replaced the rear header...
  • Re: Stubborn Exhaust leak
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:56:11 EDT
    ...If you "REALLY" want a proper long lasting exhaust system see my _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/exhaust.htm...
  • Van-Again Will be Offering Ceramic Coatings Soon!
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
    Thu, 2 Oct 2003 12:32:47 -0400
    We are currently working with a local ceramic coating shop to offer this as an option on all of our exhaust systems. At the...
  • Re: Exhaust system headers...stainless steel
    Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
    Thu, 4 Jun 1998 02:35:44 EDT
    ...the word on that header system being designed for the 2.1 motor? Also what is the exhaust gas temp before the cat? Joe...
  • Re: Stubborn Exhaust leak
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:15:12 -0400
    ...On three different occasions, I have ordered the BD exhaust systems (pipes made by Dansk) and on all three I've had to file...
  • Rust-Converting Exhaust System?
    Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
    Mon, 7 Jun 1999 21:25:21 -0500
    ...Has anybody tried using rust-converter on their exhaust system? Now, I do know that they rust from the inside out, but they also...
  • A Vibration Free TIICO Exhaust System - A Sucessful Work in Progress
    Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
    Mon, 16 Sep 2002 23:40:16 -0400
    ...I assembled the exhaust system using a 5" exhaust clamp and a piece of 1.5" angle iron to solidly mount the catalytic converter...
  • Waterboxer Exhaust idea
    Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
    Sun, 15 Mar 1998 21:37:45 EST
    Hey has anyone ever thought of getting the waterboxer exhaust system made from stainless steel or aluminized steel? The stainless would be more expensive...
  • Re: 85 Exhaust:
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
    Fri, 28 Jul 2000 10:33:54 -0700
    ...more aggressive exhaust note to it. I believe that these systems are also a bit less expensive than stock exhuast systems, but you might...
  • Re: Exhaust System Options
    Historical mailing list - Janne Ruohom�ki
    Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:56:06 +0200
    ...Rusty exhaust is one thing I at least dont want to work with. Since You are asking about complete systems I assume You are...
  • Re: Exaust system replacement
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Tue, 4 Jun 2013 07:03:49 -0700
    ...wrote: >> Hi all Vanagonians, >> >> I'm thinking of replacing the complete exhaust system for my 1985 Vanagon, >> by purchassing the parts from the Busdepot...
  • Exhaust system insulation
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 19 May 2005 08:43:57 -0500
    I've given some thought to putting an insulating wrap on the exhaust system of my van to help alleviate some of the heat...
  • Re: Exhaust system insulation
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 20 May 2005 14:05:54 -0400
    ...Exhaust system insulation As I understand it, basically the same reason the panel with the utility ports gets rotted out on Westys-- insulation sponges...
  • Re: Peanut oil on exhaust system?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
    Mon, 23 Apr 2007 21:59:36 -0700
    ...Peanut oil on exhaust system? > How about slathering a new exhaust system with peanut oil, every time > you drive it, until a coating, not...