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• Re: idea? The Vanagon in RV parks.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Oct 2013 08:59:36 -0400
  ...The > > > >> condenser and it's fan still must be mounted outside or be able > > > >> to exhaust it's hot air to the outside or...
• On the Subject of Turbo's, Oil Pans and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 13:49:08 EDT
  ...Here, the engine uses the exhaust manifold (and intake) from the Golf/Jetta installations. There is plenty of room in the engine bay. He...
• Re: Which Engine To Install and by Whom
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 15 May 2012 10:26:45 -0700
  ...IMO, assuming the exhaust system remains crack free, and the carriers hold up (why wouldn't they?) that will be a nice swap. Some...
• Re: You Never Know: A Story
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 23 May 2022 01:34:41 +0000
  ...Going from 90 hp to 165 hp in a Vanagon is to really kick > butt! The engine was completely gone through with a valve...
• Re: Dodged a bullet -- blowed the oil filter right off Why, I'll tell you BTW
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Thu, 31 Dec 2015 07:47:00 -0500
  ...The only reason >>>>>> you need a short filter is to clear the exhaust. At some >>>>>> point the exhaust has or will need to be...
• Re: NEW - SERIOUS FUEL PROBLEM - I NEED HELP!!!!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Grotz
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 13:15:16 -0400
  ...Be sure that the flapper valve is working properly in your AFM and the fuel switch is over-riding properly at full rest position...
• Re: one last effort to get the temp control gauge under control
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Fri, 1 Jan 2010 09:52:04 -0500
  ...I still may purchase the Block Tester, to confirm there are no exhaust gasses in the coolant; but I have not been able to...
• Re: Engine repair or replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:33:22 -0700
  ...The motor had 200k on it and was blowing white smoke like crazy > out the exhaust. I only paid $1,000 for the car...
• Re: VW FOX - Been driving one since Feb. but have not seen one other than mine. Why?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 22:59:02 -0400
  ...Basically a set of temp valves to limit flow to the core when the coolant gets hot. I just did the brakes last week...
• Re: More fun with mechanics
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Sat, 2 Apr 2011 22:47:26 -0700
  ...Now, you prepare that Fetzer valve with some, uh, 3-in-1 oil and some gauze pads. And I'm gonna need about 10...
• Re: Aircooled Lifter Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 22:09:51 -0600
  ...Removed valve covers and set the hydraulic lifters one turn down from just touching. Some help but not much. Sent her off again. Solution...
• Re: nuts vs head gasket job
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carchrae
  Thu, 5 Sep 2013 10:13:30 -0700
  ...com/articles/waterboxes.html >> > >> >> >> ). >> >> I've previously done a test for exhaust gasses, but no CO2 detected. I >> >> have wanted to plumb a pressure...
• Re: NEW - SERIOUS FUEL PROBLEM - I NEED HELP!!!!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 14:45:56 -0400
  ...Be sure that the >flapper valve is working properly in your AFM and the fuel switch is >over-riding properly at full rest position...
• Re: What's the richest air fuel ration you can still make run? also friday Megasquirt VW
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:12:00 -0700
  ...the injection programming to better suit the different > cam, > the custom exhaust system and the increased compression ratio, that migtht > make the time and...
• oil pressure story in full: costs, thoughts, gripes, etc. (quite long)
  Historical mailing list - Brian Cochran
  Fri, 4 May 2001 17:41:29 -0700
  ...These include, heater hoses, heater valve, tranny gaskets and filter, and oil seal (which was leaking). Total cost of this job for parts, shipping...
• Re: idea?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 26 Oct 2013 09:10:13 -0500
  ...The condenser > > > > >> and it's fan still must be mounted outside or be able to exhaust > > > > >> it's hot air to the outside or...
• Digifant and Fuel Injection Basic questions(long)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 25 Dec 2008 20:55:52 -0600
  ...in degrees BTDC exhaust(not compression), against the engine speed. This allows the injection to be completed before the inlet valve opens. The Haltech...
• Re: Still Friday, sort of OT...why I like BMWs
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:16:06 -0700
  ...The BMW has electrical gremlins, usually > > ground issues, and leaky sunroofs, and faulty heater valves, and cracked > > dashes. The Vanagon exhaust is a leaking...
• Re: Sudden head gasket coolant catastrophic leaking
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Sun, 8 Jul 2007 10:13:39 -0700
  ...One little > hair crack was welded/machined between the valves, but not at the > failure position of the gasket. I don't recall, whether...
• some tool suppliers (long) ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 21 Jun 96 08:48:30 CDT
  ...1310 Higgins Drive lights, engine analyzers, DIS Cheboygan, MI 49721 analyzes, exhaust gas analyzers (616) 627-5664 (800) 627-5655 (616) 627-2727 FAX...
• Re: Portable Air Conditioner aka hybrid electric vehicle continued - live and learn
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Fri, 1 Jul 2005 14:06:05 -0400
  ...cool" 4th > I am definitely going to change out that heater valve ASAP now. > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Doug in Calif" <vanagon@astound.net> > To...
• another road test: 1983-1/2 VW Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 11 Jan 95 23:11:51 CST
  ...Larger intake and exhaust valves are actuated by the usual rocker arms and pushrods and the intake and exhaust passages have been reshaped for...
• Re: Hi and newby question
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:59:23 -0700
  ...alloy wheels, 2.1 engine with fresh head gaskets and valve work ... just a fine working westy ...........sold it for $ 5,700 .......and that...
• Re: Dodged a bullet -- blowed the oil filter right off
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Wed, 30 Dec 2015 07:18:23 -0600
  ...turns out my exhaust pipe bracket let loose n whacked my oil filter. Huge white plume of smoke, work loss, a freeze to the...
• Re: Shout out to Ken and Dennis The RARE vW bus vender
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 17 Mar 2023 17:02:43 -0400
  ...Just >>> think >>> no cooling system whatsoever, no exhaust, no noisy or stuck valves or head >>> replacements, no discussions about synthetic vs regular oil - except...
• Re: Recent Maintenance Accomplished
  Historical mailing list - Paul Connelly
  Wed, 6 May 2009 12:05:10 -0600
  ...1) Leaking Fuel Tank Vent System. > 2) Cracked front and rear exhaust collectors > 3) Leaking Front Crankshaft Seal > 4) Slipping Clutch (from leaking crankshaft...
• Dec 2 Post on Three Oil Changes
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 28 Dec 2001 12:46:47 -0600
  ...Removed valve covers and set the hydraulic lifters one turn down from just touching. Some help but not much. Sent her off again. Solution...
• Re: vanagon syndrome strikes...advice?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 26 Nov 2011 20:45:32 -0800
  ...when I got it running finally,( after buying it barely running with a burnt valve on one cylinder ) .. it would start, idle, and drive...
• Re: nuts vs head gasket job
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 5 Sep 2013 12:29:51 -0500
  ...com/articles/waterboxes.html > >> > > >> > >> >> ). > >> >> I've previously done a test for exhaust gasses, but no CO2 detected. > I > >> >> have wanted to plumb a pressure...
• Re: 2.2 Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Mon, 10 Nov 2008 10:47:50 -0500
  ...On the last leg of the > trips, he was pushing exhaust gases into the coolant, suggesting (at the > least) that one of the green...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:19:33 -0400
  ...Unburned HC would only exist if you have a miss fire, valve, or other engine problem. Again should be well under 50 ppm even...
• Re: 2.2 Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 9 Nov 2008 23:00:50 -0500
  ...On the last leg of the trips, he was pushing exhaust gases into the coolant, suggesting (at the least) that one of the green...
• Cooling system R&R wrap up (long)
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Sat, 22 Sep 2001 07:55:02 EDT
  ...The hose up front from the valve to the core looked good, so I did not mess with it. RADIATOR Replacing the radiator was...
• [Fwd: [Syncro] GAS Additives: DRIVING; My Gasoline Beats Yours (Doesn't It?) Welcome, dixoncj DRIVING; My Gasoline Beats Yours (Doesn't It?)]
  Historical mailing list - sam.cooks
  Thu, 30 Oct 2003 13:12:20 -0500
  ...Sunoco says its additives perform ''above the minimum levels'' in cleaning up intake valves and fuel injectors. Shell claims its formula keeps intake valves...
• Re: Dodged a bullet -- blowed the oil filter right off Why, I'll tell you BTW
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 30 Dec 2015 21:28:41 -0500
  ...The only reason you >>>>> need a short filter is to clear the exhaust. At some point the >>>>> exhaust has or will need to be...
• Re: Dodged a bullet -- blowed the oil filter right off
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 31 Dec 2015 10:56:46 -0700
  ...turns out my exhaust pipe bracket let loose n whacked my oil filter. Huge white plume of smoke, work loss, a freeze to the...
• Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 12:55:52 -0800
  ...It even says 'Mr Goodwrench" on the valve covers, which about made me through up, seeing 'melcian' iron from GM in a fine Benz...
• So whose souping up there van?? (LONG: but worth reading)
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
  Fri, 24 Apr 1998 01:08:04 -0700
  ...Got rid of Stock muffler and had a Magnaflow muffler installed. -Basically I removed a whole lot of restriction on the exhaust with a...
• Re: idea?
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 27 Oct 2013 17:45:50 -0500
  ...The condenser >>>>>>> and it's fan still must be mounted outside or be able to exhaust >>>>>>> it's hot air to the outside or...
• Re: idea? The Vanagon in RV parks.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 27 Oct 2013 11:25:27 -0500
  ...The > > > > >> condenser and it's fan still must be mounted outside or be able > > > > >> to exhaust it's hot air to the outside or...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 24 Aug 2002 22:39:54 -0400
  ...Get a leak down test to find out if it is a bad valve or cylinder. If the repairs are more than you want...
• Re: SMOKE! After I turn off my BA6 Gas Heater
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Mon, 20 May 2002 18:01:05 -0400
  ...Bad leaky mufflers, oil leaks, all contribute to >>created smoke or exhaust odors which can be drawn into the >>heater system. >>> >>>Lastly, the BA...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:13:40 -0700
  ...I'd say leaking outer gaskets is the most common failure, and coolant disappearing through the engine and exhaust getting into the coolant happen...
• Re: I'm getting the FAS Gen 5 and info
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Thu, 17 May 2012 15:40:00 +0000
  ...except of course on the diesel specific conversions.) The engine to transmission/ matting, hanging, and fuel/induction/ exhaust portions of the kit were completely...
• Re: Update on Waterboxer vs Transplant Power Options
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Wed, 20 Jun 2001 21:27:19 -0800
  ...The design of the combustion chamber, the head and valve > train, the intake and exhaust systems all contribute. The engineering result > is generally optimized...
• Re: Cooling system R&R wrap up (long)
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Sat, 22 Sep 2001 07:27:49 -0700
  ...The hose up front from the > valve to the core looked good, so I did not mess with it. > > RADIATOR > Replacing the radiator was...
• Re: New engine, was Re: Ecu fix addendum
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 2 Apr 2020 14:53:55 -0700
  ...The heads have visible hairline cracks on the outside and one of the exhaust ports is sealed with furnace cement. The rings have lost...
• Re: Replacement of coolant parts, Failure modes and using the temperature gauge after losing the water pump or massive amount of coolant.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 10 Apr 2016 10:30:58 -0400
  ...There are parts of the engine that operating at much higher temperatures especially at the valves and in the combustion chambers. The coolant needs...
• Re: Recent Maintenance Accomplished
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Wed, 6 May 2009 14:17:41 -0400
  ...1) Leaking Fuel Tank Vent System. >> 2) Cracked front and rear exhaust collectors >> 3) Leaking Front Crankshaft Seal >> 4) Slipping Clutch (from leaking crankshaft...
• OVERHEATED under fullmoon Nantahala (trip & breakdown reports-long).....
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Aug 1997 20:50:19 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Paul's 65 westy decided that it did not need one of its exhaust bolts, which snapped off the day before he was to...
• *very long* All you need to know on Synthetic oil
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Wed, 3 Apr 1996 16:32:53 CST6CDT
  ...Engine Temperature Chart (F) Upper Cylinder Wall 300 - 500 Exhaust Valve 1200 - 1500 Piston Crown 700 - 800 Hydraulic Valve Lifter 250 - 300 Crankcase 200...
• Re: DIY Head Gaskets, (Long) Please Check!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 17:51:58 -0400
  ...I get paranoid opening engines up, as you can see :> Get comfortable underneath and remove the exhaust system. You can disconnect at the CAT...
• Re: I'm getting the FAS Gen 5 and info
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 17 May 2012 14:48:04 -0700
  ...except of course on the diesel specific conversions.)� The engine to transmission/ matting, hanging, and fuel/induction/ exhaust�portions of the kit were completely...
• Re: Sudden head gasket coolant catastrophic leaking
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Sun, 8 Jul 2007 18:47:39 -0700
  ...One little >> hair crack was welded/machined between the valves, but not at the >> failure position of the gasket. I don't recall, whether...
• Re: Portable Air Conditioner aka hybrid electric vehicle continued - live and learn
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Fri, 1 Jul 2005 11:23:53 -0700
  ...cool" 4th >> I am definitely going to change out that heater valve ASAP now. >> >> >> >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: "Doug in Calif" <vanagon@astound.net> >> To...
• Ongoing engine build, it starts! part 4
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 5 May 1995 08:35:18 -0700
  ...Replace rocker arms and trim valves. Crank for pressure again, get it quick and easy, crank till the battery starts dying, about two minutes...
• Re: Heaters for winter camping
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 4 Dec 2008 16:39:47 -0800
  ...It is attached to a quick connect propane hose w/ shutoff >>valve to the propane line under the sink, & can be removed & installed >>in...
• Re: idea?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Oct 2013 21:38:57 -0400
  ...The >>>>>>> condenser and it's fan still must be mounted outside or be able >>>>>>> to exhaust it's hot air to the outside or...
• Re: Engine choices:was You Never Know: A Story
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 23 May 2022 22:40:37 +0000
  ...Current issues are minor things like seeping rear heater valve and mystery ooze somewhere in the extensive cooling system.  This is not do to...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:10:24 -0600
  ...Unburned HC would only > exist if > you have a miss fire, valve, or other engine problem. Again should > be well > under 50 ppm even...