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  • Re: CHEAP Headlamp upgrade?
    Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
    Fri, 3 May 2002 10:35:01 -0500
    ...Adopt the e-code standards for headlights that Europe has used for decades. > >2. Require the same stringent glare standards for HID lamps as...
  • Inline 4 engines for sale?
    Historical mailing list - Timmy Evens
    Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:11:26 -0700
    ...any good rebuilt/upgraded Inline 4 engines for sale? My van has a 1.8 liter engine code pk (if I remember right)� and...
  • Re: Attn: Electrical Gurus (engine conversion grounds question)
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Sun, 22 Jun 2008 20:10:23 -0400
    ...TPS and ECT > weren't grounded. (D-oh!) Grounded them, engine runs better, but I > still get error codes for TPS, ECT, and CMP...
  • FS: brand new 1.9 TD engine in crate
    Historical mailing list - Karl M.
    Thu, 14 Sep 2000 00:05:14 -0400
    I have a AAZ-code 1.9 Turbodiesel engine waiting on the dock to be shipped. I had ordered this engine for a listmember...
  • JT's Magic Bus Update Part Deux!
    Historical mailing list - John T. Croteau
    Thu, 7 Sep 1995 14:15:58 -0500 (CDT)
    ...M Codes 430 and 025 remain a mystery, I cannot find these anywhere? Bench seats for the back, what did the '66 Micros have...
  • Re: '85 westy w/subaru engine fs - CoSprings
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 17 May 2002 01:28:03 EDT
    ...good condition, Subaru engine, $4900 > or best offer. 593-7338. colorado springs, co. > > happy hunting! > > that's 719 area code for you who are...
  • Re: transmission for I4 conversion--will a DK fit?
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 22 Mar 2014 22:07:49 -0700
    ...I currently have a > diesel vanagon transmission in there (code DZ), and an audi 80 engine (code > 3A), supported by the earlier version diesel...
  • Re: A3 engine in Westie / PS pump disable?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Mon, 11 May 1998 21:36:39 -0700
    ...a 93+ Golf or Jetta (ABA engine code) or from a 2.0L Audi 80 (3E engine code). At 20:56 5/11/98...
  • Re: 'Battery Guard' on sale this week
    Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
    Mon, 10 Sep 2007 18:32:37 -0400
    ...Does this >> mean you can disconnect your engine battery remotely? If so, >> that would make a nice inexpensive theft deterrent system. >> >> $27.99 cdn...
  • Re: idle stablizer/its only another part (Good Info Here!)
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Fri, 20 Dec 2002 12:44:56 -0600
    ...motor codes > >The newer version has apparently a feature whereby when you take your foot >off the gas (when shifting etc) the engine revolutions...
  • Re: 'Battery Guard' on sale this week
    Historical mailing list - David Etter
    Mon, 10 Sep 2007 19:16:24 -0300
    ...Does this >> mean you can disconnect your engine battery remotely? If so, >> that would make a nice inexpensive theft deterrent system. >> >> $27.99 cdn...
  • Re: thoughts on a late model TDI engine into a Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
    Sat, 10 Feb 2018 14:42:32 -0600
    ...what is the ID code on the block? Then, engine mount > angle; 50 degree or 15 degree? The former typically fits the engine below...
  • 1.8 to 2.0 aba swap
    Historical mailing list - Timmy Evens
    Tue, 29 May 2012 13:17:28 -0700
    ...I'm replacing a 1.8 w engine code PF. Seems like a good upgrade and one that should last. Any words of advice...
  • Columbus OH Vans FS
    Historical mailing list - Bob O'Shaughnessy
    Mon, 13 Oct 1997 18:38:48 -0500
    ...code: 90 VW GL Vanagon, 4WD, Wolfsburg Edition, rare, all opt. Priced below market at $9500 846-4401 88 VW Vanagon, Westfalia, new engine...
  • Fw: Re: Brake Pads - anyone use these yet
    Historical mailing list - Lynn Robson
    Wed, 21 Mar 2007 08:54:41 -0500
    ...http://www.buybrakes.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=brakes <http://www.buybrakes.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=brakes&Screen= PR OD&Product...
  • Re: transmission types vs codes
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Thu, 12 Mar 2009 20:20:44 -0500
    ...According to Bentley, this would have the code letters >>DM. The aircooled also had a type 091 transmission, but with code >>DK. What is...
  • Re: I-4 conversion: power steering lines
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sun, 29 Jan 2006 23:22:35 -0800
    ...power steering lines Hi, I'm putting an Audi 80 (3A engine code) into an '86 westy using diesel parts. I'm using the...
  • Amsoil GL-4 75W90
    Historical mailing list - Jack R
    Fri, 5 Jun 2020 20:18:31 -0400
    ...gear-lube-fgr/?code=FGRQ T-EA#pills-home_0 I worked for Meritor for 9+ years, and our engineers said that Amsoil performs...
  • Diesel Vanagon FS online Buy Sell Vancouver.
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sun, 3 Feb 2008 10:26:02 -0800
    ...1981 Air Cooled Westfalia - "Jaco" http://web.mac.com/tubaneil Engine swap beginings: http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/
  • Number Detective Work (was RE: Splitty Chassis/dating)
    Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
    Tue, 16 Apr 1996 10:19:00 -0400
    ...ll check the engine number and the rear deck lid lift. (Hmmm. Lots of buses have the undeciphered M-code of 425, and Dave...
  • Re: Racing idle in the cold (1995 2.2)
    Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
    Thu, 10 Nov 2016 15:56:27 +0000
    ...communicated a code that we could interpret. I am thinking IACV... maybe some gack built up in it. The Check Engine Light/low choppy...
  • Re: 112HP @ 4800RPM on a stock WBX?
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Thu, 23 Mar 2000 19:33:53 +0100
    ...The > engine code is given as DJ. > Has anyone else heard about this engine? Oh yes, I hear it every time I start my...
  • Re: 86 syncro I-4 swap
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 1 Jun 2003 22:52:24 -0700
    ...700 rebuilt engines ready to go on pallets. The auction company is www.brunsonassociates.com 972-228-1048 they have online bidding ... Duh! I...
  • Re: Headlight protectors
    Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
    Tue, 4 Dec 2012 20:53:16 -0500
    When I purchased the Xpel, I had recently upgraded to E-Code (H4) headlights and the Xpel came with small cutouts for the nipple...
  • Re: Van Stuff (Heidelberg OEM installed Radio)
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 9 Jan 2005 18:07:11 -0600
    I called a VW dealer with my serial number and they went to online reference (parts dept) and gave me my code. They may...
  • Re: need valve covers and gaskets in Canada
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Tue, 7 Feb 2012 13:52:15 -0500
    ...order or special-order items, tires/wheels, engines/transmissions, and gift certificates. You can use the code repeatedly, but please don't publicize it...
  • Re: State of the Art in Engine Swaps is....?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Wed, 7 Apr 2004 10:21:52 -0700
    ...If you go to Fast Forward's engine conversion page you will find engine code charts. These enable you to determine your hp, torque...
  • Re: Attn: Electrical Gurus (engine conversion grounds question)
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sun, 22 Jun 2008 18:06:49 -0700
    ...TPS and ECT >> weren't grounded. (D-oh!) Grounded them, engine runs better, but I >> still get error codes for TPS, ECT, and CMP...
  • Found motor for Swap, need advice
    Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
    Tue, 5 May 1998 11:24:28 EDT
    ...I am pulling the engine tomorrow for my '85 Vanagon engine conversion. I was just wondering if the Sciroco engine was the normal Jetta...
  • Re: I-4 coversion developing power troubles
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 27 May 2009 11:13:44 -0700
    ...An added bonus (assuming you have OBD1) is that you should be able to read the blink codes. Handy for one w/o a...
  • Timing
    Historical mailing list - Peter Zendzian
    Wed, 10 Jun 1998 21:46:23 -1000
    ...I have an 83.5 Vanagon with 1.9 water-cooled engine code "DH". According to the Bentley manual, (my engine code is not...
  • Re: Question About ECU Programing
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 1 Nov 2003 10:17:09 -0800
    ...OBD = On Board Diagnostics Mark Bill Marshall wrote: > > If the digijet doesn't store engine codes, then how did a mechanic use a > computer...
  • Carb parts wanted
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 2 May 2017 06:08:49 -0400
    Anybody here know where to get carburetor parts for 1986 1.9 T3, engine code DG ? Cheers, Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada '87 VW...
  • Re: M-Codes/Hi Compression engines?
    Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
    Tue, 10 Mar 1998 16:11:17 -0400
    >M-240 Recessed Crown Pistons (all carburator engines except >Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 litre) OK, something I've been meaning to ask..... Bentley shows...
  • Re: Difference between North American Engines and European Engines
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:07:41 -0500
    ...Difference between North American Engines and European Engines > > I have DJ-code in my Westy. Internally the engine has > high-compression pistons. The timing...
  • Re: "Spare" Vanagon gas cap?
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Mon, 14 Feb 2005 14:47:15 -0700
    ...If the cap leaks the computer thinks you have a leak and will either flash codes or maybe even a hard code and send...
  • Re: 2.5L 120HP waterboxer
    Historical mailing list - Harald from Austria
    Thu, 4 Jul 2002 05:44:33 -0400
    Hi, all Waterboxer engines with fuel injection since 1985 had only 2,1 l on stock. Engine code MV 95 HP for vehicles with...
  • Re: NEW mystery - Subaru Conversion
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:42:11 -0600
    ...Let up on the gas pedal for a few seconds, and the engine starts back > up as if nothing happened. Only OBD2 code is...
  • Re: Radio stays on
    Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
    Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:54:57 -0500
    ...There is no > "Accessory" position so having the key switch turn off the radio means no > radio while waiting or camping with the engine...
  • Re: NVC (but VW) '95 Cabrio intermittent no start - no spark
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Fri, 4 Sep 2009 12:12:30 -0700
    ...engine; Standard tranny; AC; > generally good condition. > > Thanks for reading this far, > > Karl Wolz > Phoenix, AZ > Karl. Any codes being thrown? If no code...
  • Re: Regarding an implant of the 1.8liter inline four...From the thread off the digest..
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Mon, 20 Aug 2007 08:42:02 -0700
    ...diesel 5 speed code DX is .77. The .77 gives 4-5 mph faster than a .82 at same engine cruising rpm, all else...
  • VW Canada 2.1 Reman Engine
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:34:42 -0400
    ...I found a yellow VW Canada label With engine code MV and serial #000151. Does anyone know what the Canadian reman process includes? Do...
  • Re: E-codes w/ 9004 bulbs?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Tue, 27 Apr 2004 18:39:32 -0700
    ...E-codes w/ 9004 bulbs? Thanks to Fastforward's informative Vanagon halogen light wiring conversion info sheet, I see that the electrical socket for...
  • Transmission advice?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 28 Apr 1999 20:43:12 -0400
    I have my engine out ('84 Westy 1.9l) and have some questions re the transmission (091/1, code ABD, mfg date 10 Oct...
  • Re: tiico o2 sensor
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
    Fri, 19 Apr 2002 11:40:19 -0700
    ...the engine ran different. Also, if you timing is off or you mixture is too rich you'll get oxygen sensor fault codes. matthew...
  • Re: Hella E-Code lights with "City Light"?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Tue, 9 Apr 2002 17:25:43 -0700
    ...Hella E-Code lights with "City Light"? Does anyone know a good source for 7" round Hella E-code headlamps with the "city light...
  • Re: transmission types vs codes
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:28:08 -0500
    ....yes, as long as the hill ain't too steep!! That's pretty much in the engine's maximum torque range anyway. Quieter too...
  • Re: Simple Question about VIN's
    Historical mailing list - Simon Glen
    Sat, 13 Jan 2001 10:08:42 +1000
    ...Model code number 4. Model explanation 5. Engine and gearbox code letters 6. Paint number/interior trim code 7. Optional extra numbers (M-option...
  • Re: Lost power while driving, now no start
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 14 Oct 2014 13:45:31 -0500
    ...The > engine does not have to be running to read the stored codes. > You connect the black plugs near the ECU and turn on...
  • Re: All engines have issues...
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 22 May 2010 12:13:58 -0700
    ...Look for the engine code on the block. I know the Mk2 RV engine has more HP than the older ones and runs Digifant...
  • Re: Receiver hitch
    Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
    Mon, 11 Apr 2005 23:21:38 -0400
    ...I am not a professional automotive engineer. YMMV. Happy trails, Greg Potts Toronto, Ontario, Canada 1973/74/79 Westfakia Conversion **Bob the Tomato** LY3H...
  • Re: 2.1L DJ-code WBX into '84 Westy - first 1900 mile trip impressions
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Sat, 6 Dec 2008 11:44:23 -0500
    ...On 12/6/08, Zeitgeist <gruengeist@gmail.com> wrote: > So what constitutes the difference between a "normal" WBX and a DJ code > engine? Is...
  • Idiot Manual
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 14 Jul 1995 17:13:47 -0400
    ...Is this a real manual or >just a code name for another book? If it is a real manual, I would >like to send...
  • Rislone Ring Seal and Other Oil Pressure Thoughts
    Historical mailing list - Craig Oda's Personal email
    Sat, 12 Oct 2002 09:41:33 -0700
    ...Store_Code=cali&Product_Code=VDO-150-752&Category_Code=20-05 It looks to be the same as for the vanagon engine because...
  • VW reman engine.
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 7 Jun 2005 23:59:17 -0400
    ...used to use on the pancake type 2 engines. Heads are rebuilt, German castings, date code still on them, 1989. Flywheel is either new...
  • Re: FS: 2.1 "DJ" code 112 HP WBX New/Rebuilt
    Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
    Thu, 1 Mar 2007 21:00:52 -0800
    ...I > > > > > > > need the money more than a project. > > > > > > > This is a "DJ" code engine, not an "MV". Has AMC heads. This > > > > > > > engine was not...
  • Re: Troubling warning lights
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 18 Aug 2018 11:52:50 -0400
    ...I'm thinking I will check engine fault codes. Dave B. -----Original Message----- From: OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> To: ddbjorkman@verizon.net <ddbjorkman@VERIZON...
  • Re: Lost power while driving, now no start
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Tue, 14 Oct 2014 15:27:31 -1000
    ...I do >> have a check engine light (it did not come on prior or during the loss of >> power) to check for codes however...
  • Re: ABA 2.0L 15 degrees
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Thu, 8 Nov 2007 19:03:57 -0800
    This is the engine code for the 2.0L gasoline engine found in the 1993 to 1998 North American Golf and Jetta. David Marshall...
  • VWs for sale!
    Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
    Fri, 12 Apr 96 14:42:26 EDT
    ...cruise, fresh rebuilt engine, refrigerator, port stove [?], sleeps 4, $9500. 717-394-6553 (I have no idea what this area code is. Anyone?) '87...