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• eurospec-tion
  Historical mailing list - ddawson
  Tue, 10 Nov 1998 07:54:46 -0800
  ...There are plug-ins and wire leads for OBD-1, a dynamic oil pressure light and or gauge, and an oil temperature gauge. The...
• Factory Tools List Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Feb 1995 12:42:22 -0500
  ...17, , see fuel injection area for description VW1342, 128, checks oil pressure switch Engine VW1473, , see FUEL INJECTION area for description VW1490, , see FUEL...
• the 6->12 volt conversion
  Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
  Sat, 07 Oct 1995 14:27:51 -0600
  ...In particular, don't forget the oil pressure warning light. Thanks to opposite advice from someone that should know better, I toasted an engine...
• Re: Need Suggestions for Craftsman Tool Set (NO Vanagon Content)
  Historical mailing list - Backus, Brian G
  Thu, 16 Apr 1998 11:39:01 -0700
  ...Rare size, but works well > for > those oil pressure switches and the steering wheel nut. > > One of the best tools I have ever bought...
• Re: Strategy for stuck lug nuts on Vanagon wheels
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 4 Oct 2019 06:43:09 -0400
  ...Tires, all 5, in good shape; inflated to proper pressure. Motor: fresh oil and filter change, coolant fluid clean and full. Of course, no...
• Re: gasoline price time capsule
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sat, 3 Sep 2005 19:44:45 -0700
  ...It is coming out of the ground under pressure, straight into the pipeline. Remember how much trouble it was to put out those fires...
• Re: Strategy for stuck lug nuts on Vanagon wheels
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 4 Oct 2019 14:59:25 +0000
  ...ground.  Tires, all 5, in good shape; inflated to proper pressure.  Motor:  fresh oil and filter change, coolant fluid clean and full. Of course...
• Re: '82 diesel 1.8 conversion
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 19 Aug 2007 20:59:28 -0400
  ...The pressure > wave > > is timed to return to the valve just as it > opens > > or closes. > > > > Incorectly tuned exhaust will lower hp . > > > > The Tiico...
• Re: Checklist for beginning Medium Vanagon Roadtrip
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 3 Oct 2019 08:15:36 -0700
  ...Tires, all 5, in good shape; inflated to proper > pressure. Motor: fresh oil and filter change, coolant fluid clean and > full. Of course, no...
• Re: Fuel hose size
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 3 Aug 2020 23:16:34 +0000
  ...1 Single >> >> Length of High Pressure Fuel Injection Hose frm Fuel Filter to the >> Splitter >> >> "T" by the OilBreather Tower ~ You end up with...
• Re: The Waveform is Different. Was: Extra Grounds on 1.9l
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 10:49:24 -0700
  ...As in not a contact through an insulating substance (oxides, crud, > crude oil, kerrogens, plastic, the ether, etc.). Wrong. For the electronic > fuel injection...
• Re: Loss of Power False Air Oil Breather?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Wed, 21 Aug 2002 22:26:34 -0500
  ...Fuel Pressure was in spec. >I did not pull the fuel injectors but I ve thought about it, dont >want to disturb them unless...
• How to tell a radiator is bad
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 9 Sep 2005 04:33:24 -0400
  ...Then, I checked the oil filler cap for foam=85 nothing > there. I= > would also like to do a dye test, but ignorant ol...
• Re: Anything like this for 1.9L? (Marius content)
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 28 May 2011 17:05:05 -0700
  ...lever provides. > > -- RJS > (Who hopes to fix a non-op oil pressure switch and close off > that coolant bypass before he heads out on...
• AW: On I4 and TIICO Exhaust Fixes
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 13:51:23 -0700
  ...This was fine with the 1.8 engine I originally used, but since switching to a 95 Golf engine I was not getting all...
• Re: Consistent cutout at 3k rpm
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:41:43 -0700
  ...these changes -fuel pressure was stable when tested it while making these changes. -engine temps are good (350 cht, < 220 oil) when cruising at...
• Re: I4 Happenings in turbovans land
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:00:10 -0700
  ...if you smash an oil pressure switch ...that's just colateral damage, and they're cheap. not fun work to get the engine out...
• Re: AC convert
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 17 Apr 2006 02:09:52 -0400
  ...HFC-134a > does not > ignite, regardless of concentration, at atmospheric temperatures and > pressures. This means that at atmospheric pressures and > temperatures, if a > can...
• Re: rebuilder blames coolant for failure under warranty
  Historical mailing list - zampano
  Sun, 12 Jan 2003 15:48:12 -0800
  ...Radiator, coolant pump, thermostat, thermo-time switch, >>>> fuel pump, filter, pressure diaphragm, all new radiator and fuel >>>> hoses >>>> (in engine compartment) yada yada. I...
• Re: '87 vanagon camper hesitating/bucking and burning gas in Mexico
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 6 Nov 2011 20:14:19 -0500
  ...Also, if full throttle (assuming the throttle switch is working) restores power that too points to an O2 sensor issue. Disconnecting the sensor only...
• Re: update on overheating issues (by request)
  Historical mailing list - turbodieseltrooper
  Thu, 8 Sep 2005 22:08:56 -0700
  ...Then, I checked the oil filler cap for foam=85 nothing there. > I= > would also like to do a dye test, but ignorant ol...
• Re: How To Choose YOUR Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 20 Sep 2012 11:58:06 -0700
  ...jpg Shows the hi/low oil pressure box I made. This is NOT OEM. The brake light switch wire fell out, would intermittently short...
• How To Install Your New VC
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 18:21:31 -0400
  ...Remove the oil from the front diff through the oil drain hole. Throw that oil away by bringing it to your nearest auto repair...
• Re: Correct Gap of Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Sat, 22 Feb 2003 23:54:37 -0000
  ...It would all depend > > > I'm sure on the particular coil, and also on the pressure in the > > > combustion chamber at the time of...
• Re: Not quite a backfire . . .
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:00:33 -0700
  ...Does it sound reasonable that an engine spinning at 2k-3k rpm for 10-20 minutes, with fuel cut off, could get an oil...
• Re: First ride of shame, fuel issue
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:22:23 -0400
  ...com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> change the fuel filter AND the pressure regulator, check the TPS >>>> (throttle body switch) >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sun, Jul 28, 2019 at 1:58...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 20:31:57 -0400
  ...Ignition switch Headlight switch (don't have it yet). Throttle cable, though no doubt I'll install it at some point and use the...
• Re: First ride of shame, fuel issue
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Tue, 30 Jul 2019 18:26:52 -0400
  ...com> wrote: > >>>>> > >>>>> change the fuel filter AND the pressure regulator, check the TPS > >>> (throttle body switch) > >>>>> > >>>>> On Sun, Jul 28, 2019 at 1:58...
• Re: 1.9 WBX VS 2.0 AC (long)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Wed, 21 Jun 2000 12:16:36 -0700
  ...This usually occurs without warning, as the early Vanagons didn't have a temperature gauge, just an idiot light for oil pressure. Not really...
• Re: Checklist for beginning Medium Vanagon Roadtrip
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Wed, 2 Oct 2019 20:16:37 -0700
  ...Tires, all 5, in good shape; inflated to proper > pressure. Motor: fresh oil and filter change, coolant fluid clean and > full. Of course, no...
• Re: stalling problem when van is running for about 5 minutes.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 3 Aug 2009 21:18:36 -0700
  ...full oil level, and easy to inspect for too. popular other factors are ... grounds, and corrosion at them, and ..the igniton switch, temp sensor...
• Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
  Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:01:41 -0500
  ...Zoltan, you made an excellent point. > >> Oil pump needs to have oil in it in order to pump. Same reason. > >> THe fuel pump need...
• Re: 85 with uneven idle/poor fuel economy (response long and thorough)
  Historical mailing list - Dave C.
  Sat, 9 Dec 2000 22:52:20 -0500
  ...new > plugs,plug wires, rotor/cap, oxygen sensor, fuel/air filters, new > muffler/tail pipe & cat, oil change, fuel pressure regulator. > My situation on...
• Re: CA Smog Failed - 1985 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:25:13 -0700
  ...rings, oil dilution. >>> etc. Should be under 100-150 before the Cat. >>> >>> NOx is the result of high combustion temparatures or pressures. Over >>> advanced...
• FIXED runs well for a minute or two
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 22 Jan 2005 16:27:36 -0600
  ...using stock or HP European version > check the basics > throttle switch > fuel pressure both at ilde and at 2K > pin test per Bentley > timing...
• Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
  Historical mailing list - monte merrick
  Sun, 22 Jul 2007 13:11:04 -0700
  ...Zoltan, you made an excellent point. >> >> Oil pump needs to have oil in it in order to pump. Same reason. >> >> THe fuel pump need...
• Re: rising cost of Vanagon parts...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Wed, 4 Dec 2013 12:03:34 -0800
  ...and other than lack of oil pressure gauge ...the stock setup , particularily with tach ..is just fine. the coolant temp gauge ..sure that circuit...
• Re: hesitation/bucking (was: Re: tested Oxygen Sensor, and...)
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sat, 17 May 2008 12:56:22 -0400
  ...reasons, the idle just has to be 'nice.' > Slightly higher keeps oil pressure up, and coolant circulating better. > You do not say if manual...
• Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 22 Jul 2007 13:00:50 -0700
  ...Zoltan, you made an excellent point. > >> Oil pump needs to have oil in it in order to pump. Same reason. > >> THe fuel pump need...
• Lugnut worries + Repost of Secret to removing stuck nuts
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 11:55:04 -0500
  ...You see, those little bonds can stand up to constant rotational pressure (torque) very well. But they are extremely FRAGILE in the face of...
• Re: Not quite a backfire . . .
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:00:54 -0700
  ...I like your basic theory, about the oil-fouled plug not firing at first, fuel getting into the exhaust, some small backfire like sounds...
• Re: Wasserboxer Reputation . long
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 10 Dec 2002 01:58:12 -0500
  ...The engines were smooth within reasonable limits for a straight four, didn't use oil, didn't need repairs beyond routine filter changes and...
• Starter, trip Update, Modifications
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Wed, 30 Aug 2000 21:25:16 EDT
  ...Peter Greetings List, Thanks for the help with the starter motor (and the Oil Pressure last week). It starts now, at least. I will...
• road test: 1968 VW Station Wagon (long)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 10 Jan 95 15:48:47 CST
  ...The left contains a new electric gas gauge in the top half, and warning lights for generator, oil pressure, high beams, parking lights and...
• Re: Consistent cutout at 3k rpm
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 20:43:16 -0700
  ...these changes >>>> -fuel pressure was stable when tested it while making these changes. >>>> -engine temps are good (350 cht, < 220 oil) when cruising at...
• Re: 1.9 WBX VS 2.0 AC (long)
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Wed, 21 Jun 2000 14:38:17 -0500
  ...This usually occurs without warning, as the early Vanagons didn't have a temperature gauge, just an idiot light for oil pressure. Not really...
• Re: Lugnut worries + Repost of Secret to removing stuck nuts
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 12:28:18 -0500
  ...You see, those little bonds can stand up to constant rotational > pressure (torque) very well. But they are extremely FRAGILE in the face of...
• Re: Wasserboxer Reputation . long
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Mon, 9 Dec 2002 23:09:26 -0800
  ...The engines were smooth within reasonable limits for a straight four, didn't use oil, didn't need repairs beyond routine filter changes and...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 21:32:35 -0500
  ...The substantial plastic thing I've seen with >two short legs should be fine by itself. > >Ignition switch >Headlight switch (don't have it...
• LONG gear report and travelogue
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Tue, 29 Jan 2002 10:21:44 -0800
  ...Mann oil filter--Well, all was ok in CA, but the oil pressure light/buzzer was coming on again at low RPMs and/or...
• engine conversion experiences (long)
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 10:49:05 -0800
  ...In addition the engine is quite bulky and the oil pan is lower than the waterboxers. The engine is supported by a cross bar...
• Re: The end of the road (86 westy runnin' rich) - LONG STORY
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Tue, 22 Oct 2002 00:25:05 -0400
  ...While I was doing this I had to run a new small oil cooler pipe under the intakes back to the thermostat housing. What...
• Re: Newbie question: coolant/anti-freeze
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 16:02:42 -0700
  ...There's a pressure switch so if it's low on fluid the compressor clutch won't engage, pretty sure. On coolant temp - running...
• Re: Lugnut worries + Repost of Secret to removing stuck nuts
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 09:07:42 -0800
  ...You see, those little bonds can stand up to constant rotational >pressure (torque) very well. But they are extremely FRAGILE in the face of...
• Re: temp sensors?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:34:53 -0700
  ...about like you need to make sure there's enough oil in an engine .... but 'in practice' .............I never find them to be weak...
• Re: AC convert
  Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
  Mon, 17 Apr 2006 02:27:37 -0400
  ...HFC-134a does not ignite, regardless of concentration, at atmospheric temperatures and pressures. This means that at atmospheric pressures and temperatures, if a can...
• Speedometer Failure
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 2 Sep 2000 22:40:54 -0500
  ...To much super glue, and you have glued the works.And besides that, there is a light coat of light instrument oil all in...
• Re: temp sensors?
  Historical mailing list - jonathan waters
  Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:34:56 -0700
  ...It was leaking at the intake runner rubber >>>>>> boots, >>>>>> >>>>>> at >>>>> >>>> >>>> the throttle body rubber seal, at the screws that secure the fuel >>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> pressure >>>>> >>>> >>>> regulator...
• Re: Consistent cutout at 3k rpm
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:04:39 -0400
  ...these changes >>> -fuel pressure was stable when tested it while making these changes. >>> -engine temps are good (350 cht, < 220 oil) when cruising at...
• Re: Lugnut worries + Repost of Secret to removing stuck nuts
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 12:32:12 -0500
  ...You see, those little bonds can stand up to constant rotational > >pressure (torque) very well. But they are extremely FRAGILE in the face of...