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• Re: No start..... rebuilt engine.... over my head...
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 27 Jul 2005 14:51:50 -0700
  ...success.. > > > > Every components where checked...(Fuel-air-fire), injection wiring and all > > FI components, AFM, that stupid 84 hall-sender and idle system control...
• Re: Multi meters, Was Dang Headlights.
  Historical mailing list - Rowan Tipton
  Sat, 7 Jan 2017 13:59:21 -0500
  I would love that idea and second the request. r > On Jan 7, 2017, at 1:06 PM, Jim Felder <jim.felder@GMAIL.COM...
• Re: Idle control system
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 2 Aug 2012 11:10:15 -0700
  ...So > far, though, I'm unsure where the problem lies, since most of the > components involved (including the usual culprits - the idle control > module...
• Re: More on Speakers: Crutchfield brand, any good?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:24:21 -0400
  ...The baffles are a good idea - thank you - fairly cheap as well. -- Thanks, Jeff '85 GL (Gertie) '90 Carat (Grover - the noble parts donor...
• Re: Poptop Raise Assists (Fryeday content)
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Thu, 8 Feb 2007 11:01:50 -0700
  The idea has both sound and not so sound components. While use of the hinged pole that David is discussing would provide for a...
• Wiring Questions
  Historical mailing list - Tim
  Sun, 23 Nov 2014 17:03:20 -0500
  I was working on my 1985 Weekender project van today to remove the radiator and some remaining air conditioning components. While working on this...
• Re: Toilet seat for 5 gal bucket
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 16 Sep 2005 12:47:09 -0500
  ...The idea of taking a d*mp inside my > car, whether it is a Vanagon or not, and whether it is into a plastic...
• Re: Running rich.....me too
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:47:05 -0700
  ...you can check > every electronic component of the FI system (except the ECU...) from there, > including your idle switch. > > If the pin test shows...
• Never Under Estimate Your Ground Straps!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Fri, 1 Mar 2002 22:10:42 +0100
  ...components, and see if that helped a bit. Anyway... I went a bit bonkers and found some GREAT deals on eBay for the Idle...
• Re: Fuel pump stops.
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Wed, 3 Aug 2005 10:53:37 -0500
  ...Any idea where to start looking for a bad component or bad connection?
• Re: High idle - throttle position switch
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
  Fri, 5 Aug 2011 19:43:50 -0400
  ...the stabilizer??Also I opened the idle controller and there does not appear to be burnt elecrical components. At this point I really suspect...
• AC parts for sale/giveaway '86 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 19:53:37 -0500
  I'm pulling all the air conditioning components out of my '86 Westy in the next few weeks. The compressor and hoses are shot...
• Re: '89 2.1i digifant cutting out. Really need some help on this one... ; NOT SOLVED!
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Fri, 25 Oct 2002 16:57:00 -0400
  ...is idling. If it cuts out you have the infamous solder fatigue problem. Well documented in the archives. Some of the larger components in...
• Hard start problem and diagnosing bad starter
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Sun, 22 Jun 2003 21:16:58 -0400
  ...head temp sensor 4) Many new fuel system components, tank, pump, filter, lines, etc. Any ideas on this one? I suspect the starter, but...
• Re: vanagon questions to the folks that know
  Historical mailing list - Joachim Beek
  Fri, 9 May 1997 15:33:18 -0500 (CDT)
  ...reviews of virtually identical Chrysler cars, save for the badges. Same with GM cars. Other times, they complimented items/components (not talking about options...
• Re: Van hesitates--where to start troubleshooting?
  Historical mailing list - gerry rafferty
  Thu, 12 Oct 2000 20:15:02 -0700
  ...The idle is a little rough too, but not real noticeable. > > Just wondering if anyone has any ideas where to start troubleshooting this > problem...
• Re: Bosch and Hella H4 Lights - Group Purchace (All Model Years)
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 14 Nov 1999 10:25:09 -0800
  They look from the outside 100% identical to the DOT lights. Just below the main lamp (on the main reflector) is another small light...
• Re: 88 Vanagon alternator light problem
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 29 Mar 2009 17:45:58 -0700
  ...Why would the light be brighter when alternator (presumably) spinning faster? If a component on the alternator was nearly worn out, wouldn't that...
• Re: Vanagon trivia - name THAT part!
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Fri, 1 Aug 2008 01:27:41 -0700
  A "blue" plug that passes electricity??? To the "under the idle stabilizer valve support component" or my best guess would be: what I see...
• Westie Audio Woe
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 18 May 1996 20:25:59 -0700
  ...That's where my speaker placement ideas failed to measure up to high-end standards and I'm not ready to spend the money...
• Re: Miss at idle?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 14 May 2016 05:04:07 -0400
  ...pull off one plug wire at a time while it's idling. The problem with doing that is it violates the Bentley instruction that...
• 2.1 digifant MV engine Air Flow Sensor Wiring Harness 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Mon, 25 Feb 2002 22:49:09 +0100
  ...I have now gone through the components which I think can be causing this, and have replaced the Idle Stabilizer Valve, the Idle Stabilizer...
• idle surge diagnosis?
  Historical mailing list - DAVID MOST
  Fri, 2 Oct 1998 17:53:58 -0700
  ...the idle stabilizer valve from the '86 has a different problem than my old one and/or another component (perhaps the idle stabilizer control...
• Re: An ECU Thing I Learned Today
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:56:03 -0400
  ...Suspicious ones are any component attached to the heat sink, any component that's raised from the board, any component that's heavy whether...
• Replaced Fuel Injection Lines - Now Rough Low Idle '87 GL
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Mon, 8 Apr 2002 19:46:19 +0200
  ...so much so that I cannot bear to leave it idle there, I pull the throttle cable so it is idling faster, and all...
• Re: Emissions again.
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reed
  Sat, 16 Dec 1995 13:26:27 -0600 (MDT)
  ...I think that I can probably get it to pass by > setting the idle higher and adjusting the timing. Any other quickies I > should...
• fluorescent light not working
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Sun, 24 Sep 2006 16:13:24 -0400
  ...Later the unit felt very hot - perhaps an indicator of one of the electrical components. I can't check power at the switch (easliy...
• Re: blue vs green vs orange coolant
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Wed, 9 Aug 2006 08:50:02 -0700
  ...With low pressure, system components are under reduced stress. > FWIW -- I once gutted a problem expansion tank cap to temporarily resolve an issue. I...
• Diff. b/t CA and Federal?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
  Mon, 2 Apr 2001 12:18:29 -0700
  ...It appears that PO has removed various components associated with the CA emissions setup (EGR line crimped, idle stabilizer removed, some random wiring, etc...
• Help!'84 Westy electrical short
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Mon, 27 Oct 1997 03:26:35 -0600
  ...Are there any experienced trouble-shooters out there who can give me some ideas about which components or wire harness connectors I should try...
• Re: 90 Vanagon Oil Press Buzzer & Oil Light's on: Tis a Mistery
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 12 Jul 2001 07:48:10 -0500
  ...to defective IC board/components. > Anyone have any ideas? Should I disconnect the buzzer unit? Will this > disable the idiot light function. > I will...
• Re: Stumble/stall/high idle '91 carat
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Sat, 24 Sep 2005 20:34:14 -0400
  ...fuel injection components and in the attempt to fix >the van quickly, I switched potential trouble parts >temp sensor II (new), >idle control module...
• Powerwashing FAIL
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Fri, 4 Dec 2009 17:53:34 -0500
  ...idle but at about 850 rpm and a little bit lumpy. My question of the collective experience is: what is the most likely component...
• Re: ONE MAN only out of many
  Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
  Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:59:33 -0700
  ...But it all has to start with an idea. OK...commence with the "this guy is an idiot" posts! :) -Ben On 11/29/07...
• Engine electrical problem
  Historical mailing list - Roy Warner
  Fri, 9 Mar 2007 07:36:54 -0800
  ...I connected my timing light to the coil wire and noticed a spark miss at idle. As I rev the engine, the spark miss...
• Re: Parting out 1991 Carat/Multivan
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Apr 1995 17:25:47 -0400
  ...Auto Trans interior >components etc. >Vehicle has 53K miles. Ground effect (fiberglass bumpers) . All parts except >motor are >available. > Tim, where are you shipping...
• Re: No start..... rebuilt engine.... over my head...
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Wed, 27 Jul 2005 19:08:29 -0400
  ...success.. >> >>Every components where checked...(Fuel-air-fire), injection wiring and all >>FI components, AFM, that stupid 84 hall-sender and idle system control...
• Re: mufflers
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Oct 1994 13:33:33 -0400 (EDT)
  ...with me on the phone ensuring that I had all the components I need. Since RMM works on commission, I feel loyal to Dave...
• Re: Noisy lifter
  Historical mailing list - G.M.Bulley
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 14:14:41 -0400
  Have you tried adjusting the valves? Bringing your ideas to life, G. Matthew Bulley Bulley-Hewlett Business: www.bulley-hewlett.com AIM = IExplain4u Phone...
• Fw: RoadHaus - 2004 VW Campout Event Schedule
  Historical mailing list - Fin Beven
  Fri, 5 Mar 2004 07:26:24 -0800
  ...tired to identify every VW Event, rather I've focused on the "Major" events most of which have a "Campout Component" and a "Van...
• Re: Powerwashing FAIL
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 23 Jan 2010 14:09:44 -0700
  ...If the engine will idle decently without an operational ISCU and ISV, > what will happen if I input a working ISCU? > > > Any ideas, anyone? > > >
• Rain and bad idle / no start
  Historical mailing list - Joe Fernandez
  Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:57:13 -0800
  ...Then I ran the checks described in this helpful article to test the various idle-related components ( http://www.gowesty.com/library_article.php...
• Re: Refrigirator removal and Haynes/Bentley manuals
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 12:31:34 -0500
  ...The theory is that the mixture in there can separate into its components like a salid dressing. If the fridge is used regularly the...
• Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 11:06:45 -0500
  ...I know that things like brakes, suspension & steering components, drive line components, and paint/bodywork should be addressed during the process to ensure long...
• Re: [cooling] Water Wetter concoction, de-ionized water
  Historical mailing list - Antaki
  Thu, 27 Jul 2000 23:31:25 -0700
  ...Is it a good idea to use de-ionized water? I'm > interested to hear what people have found to work best for summer...
• Brake booster woes.
  Historical mailing list - puzerewski
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 07:42:17 -0400
  ...No air in the lines, new components all the way around. Another listee has an 83 AC vanagon, that I have driven, and it...
• (NVC) '91 Cabriolet Loses Pwr, Bucks, Stalls, Won't Restart
  Historical mailing list - Jesse King
  Fri, 5 Dec 2003 12:32:22 -0500
  ...I know fuel some fuel system and exhaust components have been replaced. After $2000 it's time for an answer or a new car...
• Re: Keyed 12 v source
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 13:07:58 -0700
  ...Once the alternator is cranking). > Ideally I�d like to tap into something in the little electrical box in the > rear engine compartment. Wondering...
• 82 AC Westy running troubles (longish)
  Historical mailing list - jake beaulieu
  Fri, 13 Jan 2006 10:35:56 -0500
  ...I checked all components of the fuel injection system at the component, and through the wiring harness (connection to the ECU) to check for...
• Troubleshooting Opinions Wanted (was: WTB or borrow ECU)
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Tue, 31 Aug 2004 02:14:01 -0400
  ...Any other ideas? I just thought -- idle control unit or throttle switch maybe? Grounds? Thanks to all, --tabe johnson Vancouver BC ______________________________________________________________________ Post your free...
• Re: Stereo Upgrade Project
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 7 Apr 2010 11:10:58 -0500
  ...I do not have Costco membership, but do have Sam's(wife's idea). Also have an Interstate battery here locally. Looks like the...
• Re: brand new AFM
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 3 Apr 2017 19:12:40 -0400
  ...I would not expect any components to have deteriorated. If the cover has been off then it's a total unknown, could be perfect...
• Re: Loud and heavy popping noise up front
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 13 Jun 2009 17:18:18 -0600
  ...the suspension components or the chassis up front. I just > had my mechanic check this and he found nothing. > > Any ideas? > > Thanks, > > John Rodgers...
• Re: '90 Westy 2nd gear
  Historical mailing list - All of Us
  Tue, 10 Oct 2000 21:44:58 -0500
  ...I > notice this trouble only on cold driving, before all the fluids and > components have a chance to warm up. I have let the...
• Still no start...please help!!
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Fri, 18 Jan 2002 20:01:58 -0800
  ...same result I have checked all fuel injection components per Bentley - everything checks out Any ideas?? What would prevent the ECU from passing a...
• Re: Name that Vanagon Part......
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 21:32:58 -0600
  ...What are the wires attatched to? > > AB > > Robert Steven Fish wrote: > > > Hi all, > > > > I need an ID on a very odd looking component of...
• My Vanagon FS on Samba
  Historical mailing list - Larry
  Thu, 30 Jun 2005 10:31:41 -0400
  Wife and I have regretfully decided to put our beloved Vinnie up for sale (http://thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=193278). He...
• Re: 91 Carat - Rpm hunting
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 23 Oct 2010 15:37:50 -0700
  ...also ....I recommend resisting the notion that 'it's a component' .. sometimes it IS a component ..a dead/tired starter say .. but so often...
• Gerry's (illness)
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Fri, 21 May 1999 14:05:19 -0400
  Sorry Dave, but here is the states I could put that same machine together, with the best components on the market, for about $1000...
• Re: vw vanagon a/c vent BS
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 28 Sep 2000 18:00:19 -0500
  and here's what the Feds had in their database about the same recall ... ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 93V175000 Component: AIR CONDITIONER:HOSE:DUCT...