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• Re: Replacement Expansion Tank '82 Diesel
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Mon, 5 Nov 2001 18:49:32 -0800
  ...The least expensive fix is to locate the correct model expansion tank for your engine. I know, there aren't any. When you find...
• FS: 91 Vanagon GL Weekender For Sale In Illinois
  Historical mailing list - Rudy Stimac
  Sun, 8 Aug 2004 22:34:09 -0500
  ...A little about the Vanagon: - 1991 Vanagon GL - Weekender package - White - 72758 miles on the original engine - Automatic transmission - Alloy wheels - Garaged most winters...
• Re: Spark plug recommendation?
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Thu, 26 Jan 2006 17:35:53 -0500
  ...burning engine, a hotter plug, 404 or 405, might be helpful. whatever plug you choose for your '87, double check the part number with...
• Re: Why am I not surprised? (charging wires)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sat, 2 Sep 2006 08:00:01 -0700
  ...Westy, I opened the black box on the firewall in the engine > compartment ... the one where the charging wires from the alternator run > to...
• Re: Rescue Squad mapped! (Frydye content)
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Fri, 8 Feb 2008 14:08:23 -0500
  ...I'll have to evaluate how to keep that data (like phone numbers) away from search engine crawlers though. Those critters LOVE to follow...
• Re: I4 Engine conversion - german diesel parts source
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 26 May 2008 09:59:32 -0700
  ...I just ordered a bunch of diesel stuff from him, very responsive > via email....and he even has a US phone number if you...
• Re: Need a gasket
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:52:20 -0700
  ...Rad and hoses heat up, indicating flow of hot coolant, but that bleeder valve at the front of the engine compartment doesn't do...
• Re: Subie engine prices
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Sun, 27 Dec 2009 20:11:26 -0800
  ...However, my son-in-law bought one of these imported engines, >> and found to his dismay that the engine had been used hard, and...
• Re: 1982 Diesel Intermittent Start Problem (extensive experience)
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Thu, 13 Apr 2000 14:23:44 EDT
  ...Check the trade magazines, I have seen adds for heavy duty starters for high compression hot rod VW engines. Drive Safely & Good Luck Ken...
• Re: Diesel Subaru Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 10 Mar 2006 21:44:44 -0500
  ...1) A lot of people do conversions because they need a new engine anyway, so for many the calculation needs to be done on...
• Re: Cause of broken valve?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 2 Aug 2003 13:40:26 -0400
  ...The engine is pretty clean, and when I removed the cylinder head covers, the heads look pretty darn good. So, I hope this engine...
• Alpine Developments, V6anagony
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 17 Apr 96 09:56 GMT+0200
  Hi I phoned enquiries, Alpine Developments phone number is +27 11 792 5300, phoned them to get the fax no +27 11 792 3930...
• Re: Audi 5 Cyl Swap: Alert! Possible Trouble
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 26 Jan 1999 23:38:51 EST
  ...FBI type questions) and they run the serial numbers on the block that show the engine older than the car: you are out of...
• Help- My Vanagon needs a MAF
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 21 May 2005 11:34:57 -0700
  ...Without this the engine will run on a backup program, but without any power to drive, and it runs rough and rich.I can...
• Re: Dr. Z - (vague volkswagen content)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 1 Aug 2006 12:45:00 -0700
  ...they reversed engineered a VW > Transporter best they could... > Mid-front engine, front wheel drive! > > http://www.gmphotostore.com/prodinfo.asp?number=53217233 > http...
• Re: WTB: Transmission (good or bad) that fits in an '87 Vanagon 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Wed, 7 Dec 2011 13:55:31 -0800
  ...Couple of questions I have: - The number of hours quoted is 10h. Is this a normal number of hours for this sort of job...
• Yo...Larry Chase
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Wed, 5 May 2004 18:54:42 -0700
  ...If I win...a brand spankin' new engine Fedx-ed to ya and installed...all on me! Hang in there... Kevin --- Larry Chase <roadguy...
• Re: Friday Already! enough crying about volks-cafe already
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 22 Oct 2005 08:44:52 -0500
  ...Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics 214-352-4931 www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Fisher" <refisher@MCHSI.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent...
• Re: Idle issues...
  Historical mailing list - Doug Noganav
  Thu, 2 Apr 2009 15:09:05 -0800
  ...I've had a > number of idle issues with my van over the years, but replaced the > engine when it threw a rod with...
• Fwd: Euro-Engine: 87 Volkswagen Vanagon, Mechanical, cylinder head and piston sleeves
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Mon, 22 Mar 1999 16:42:40 -0500
  ...Euro-Engine: 87 Volkswagen Vanagon, Mechanical, > cylinder head and piston sleeves >To: IATN-EURO2@PEACH.EASE.LSOFT.COM > >iATN Help: send blank email to...
• Re: Hall Sender- 2.1L engine.
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Tue, 1 Oct 2013 09:17:29 -0400
  ...be for a 2.1 but it is a different part number. On the post, Windnsea replied that I did not have to remove...
• Re: brake & CV q's
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 30 Jun 2013 23:19:37 -0400
  ...disposing of old (used) brake fluid? Mix it with used engine oil. (3) Anyone have part numbers for the plastic brake line retaining clips...
• Re: Bob Hoovers "...Hot Rod your VW"
  Historical mailing list - Martin Garramone
  Mon, 25 Sep 1995 22:20:32 -0500 (CDT)
  ...You might want to look at How to Rebuild Your Volkswagen Air-Cooled Engine by Tom Wilson. Published by HP Books. My editon is...
• Gottabus!
  Historical mailing list - J. Anton Elmquist
  Mon, 11 Dec 95 15:05:00 UT
  ...1600 engine, single Weber carb, nice original interior... we'll see how well she serves us. Paid $800, which seemed reasonable... So whaddya think...
• Re: Old Volks Home Update?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 5 Nov 1998 10:37:33 -0800
  ...Did VW go overboard on this? *************************** Actually, the RFI Shield was used from 83.5-91, it being the same part number throughout the...
• idle stabilization, shifting, violent lurching, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Loretta Abbott-Kennon
  Thu, 22 Jun 2000 03:54:09 -0700
  ...Do I need to adjust something else? Should I replace the valve with a new one? I am used to the old engines without...
• Re: 82 turbo diesel westy questions
  Historical mailing list - Paul C.
  Thu, 19 Oct 2000 09:49:57 -0500
  ...know what is really wrong with the engine when we get it > home. > > Does anyone know the website to decipher your vin number.? > > Sharon
• Re: OT: Guinness VW record
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Mon, 6 Nov 2000 18:58:30 -0800
  ...Zoltan ----- Original Message ----- From: "Flat Four" <aircooledvw77t1@ENGINEER.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Monday, November 06, 2000 6:14 PM Subject: OT...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 30 May 2006 19:20:32 -0700
  On 5/30/06, Jeffrey Schwaia <jeff@vanagonparts.com> wrote: > > Ben, > > You better add a zero to that $25K number. First of all, you...
• Re: Digifane without Throttle Position switch???
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:01:06 -0700
  is it a 1.9 or 2.1 ? Oct 85 would likely be an 86 model with 2.1 engine. if it's a...
• Re: high volume oil pump
  Historical mailing list - The Old Volks Home
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 14:35:37 -0700
  ...air cooled engine looks like it might fit but I am >not sure. Anybody had any experience with this? *********************** The number that most aftermarket...
• Re: Another Reason For Hard Starting -- Cracked Bellhousing
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Sat, 7 Dec 2013 16:03:32 -0500
  ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca > >'88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p > >'81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > >Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
• Re: Subject: German quality?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 15 Aug 2013 21:40:02 -0700
  ...On my engine, since the accessory ribbed belt routing isn't exactly stock, using numbers from Contitech to Gates didn't seem to jibe...
• MIKE RAY /INJUN SWAPS/I'M STILL ALIVE/GARTH...
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Sun, 19 Jul 1998 20:42:03 PDT
  ...The alternator is very close to the edge of the engine lid opening. I am using all ford acessories from an 87 mustang (serpintine...
• Re: [SPAM] Re: !985 Vanagon radiator leak.
  Historical mailing list - Marion Lathem
  Wed, 20 Sep 2006 17:56:44 -0500
  ...Thank goodness my engine is running well this afternoon. I put new plugs in it, and found a hose off down under the breather...
• Dreaded Vanagon Sydrome
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Johnson
  Mon, 22 Jan 2001 10:08:20 -0800
  ...With a new engine and many new components (see below) on my '90 Carat I've got intermittent loss of power, missing and hesitation...
• Re: Oil Light flashing
  Historical mailing list - A. Hurley
  Thu, 16 Nov 2006 17:37:30 -0500
  ...PITA I know but unless you want to see > > that number three rod > > in your engine compartment it's the only right way. This...
• Re: [TDI-conversion] I gotta tranny... what is the gearing? no codes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:59:05 -0800
  ...Daryl knows ! ) this is done most easily with the engine removed from the trans. put it in top gear. mark a spot on the...
• Re: Friday: Bosch MAF (mass air flow meter)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 30 Jun 2017 19:56:40 -0400
  ...cylinder 2.4 litre 10 valve NA engine (no turbo) > > I checked via Amazon. This part number appears correct: 0280217107 > > > > On 6/30/17...
• Re: Shaft and compression
  Historical mailing list - Wagner, James W., , SAF/AQPS
  Fri, 10 Dec 1999 14:43:40 -0500
  ...The first time I did a compression test, I failed to let the engine turn over an adequate number of times. I ran the...
• Re: Starting question
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Sat, 26 May 2018 11:42:03 -0700
  ...Karl On 5/26/2018 7:35 AM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > There are a number of folks that consider using an adapter and later...
• Re: Fuel injector test results
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 9 Jun 2015 21:58:24 -0700
  ...Part number CRB-218530. List is $60.80. My > wholesale cost was much much less. The box says "made in USA". Are they? > They...
• Re: Mileage report with 16" tires
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 14 Aug 2010 13:01:08 -0700
  ...Here are the numbers, adjusted > for > > tires: > > > > Avg: 27.9 MPG imperial, 10.1 liters/100km > > > > While this is much lower than my average...
• Re: solar beat fraidaye
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 2 Apr 2010 15:21:26 -0700
  ...and 7 deadly sins and 7 is the number most often chosen when asked to choose between 0 and 10 newton described 7 colours...
• Syncro FS $1600 in NYC
  Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
  Sun, 5 Apr 1998 21:07:17 EDT
  ...Gold/grey exterior, blue interior, manual tranny and engine both in good shape. A/C. Has a lot of dings and dents though (the...
• Re: Need a new head...
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Sat, 7 Oct 2000 21:32:52 -0400
  ...I have an 82 diesel > vanagon and the engine head is cracked. I'm trying to find one around here > but it's not...
• Changing Fuel Lines and Clamps - in Canada
  Historical mailing list - �ric Giroux
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 10:00:49 -0400
  ...I paid $15 for about 2 meters, the product number is N 020 281 1 - Good Stuff! - Tiny Stainless Steel worm clamps are available...
• 91 Westy Purchase, Again
  Historical mailing list - Dale Goodvin
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 14:25:24 -0800
  ...like how could an engine be in such bad shape after only 89,000 miles (the mechanic that looked at it actually told me...
• Re: cooling system design / Reinvention of the Wheel Banished!
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Tue, 9 Mar 2004 07:02:28 -0500
  ...since i am by now means an engineer i am searching to see if there are any strong technical reasons for the system design...
• Re: Sway Bars.., Passing Mac's in the Wind
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sat, 31 Dec 2005 12:52:20 -0600
  ...34 Front. Numbers like that. If any Vanagon chassis are taxed, it would be John's with its 3.3 engine! Al Brase John...
• Greetings from Germany!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 8 Apr 2007 01:42:20 -0700
  Greetings from Germany list members! I have to say that my Vanagon driving days may now be numbered after my latest purchase! I am...
• Re: Good fuel filter arrangement?
  Historical mailing list - WELLHOUSE MAX
  Sun, 19 Aug 2012 20:31:54 -0500
  I went retro on my 90 GL wit ha mostly stock engine. I wanted the fuel pump to never see any rust from the...
• Eurocars 2.2L Engine - another catastrophic failure
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Thu, 25 Sep 2003 10:27:12 -0700
  ...After tear down we found that the number one piston had failed. BTW .... Dan Larson owner of Competition Egr is working on the engine...
• Re: High Octane was: what's the best kind of gasoline?
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 16:04:22 +0100
  ...This lugs the engine pretty good and you can detect any > number of stress related noises from your van. > Knock sensors are a common...
• Re: '84 Westy air-cooled
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 Mar 1996 00:37:10 -0500
  ...Many air cooled vanagons regularly blow engines. You are probably also missing the EGR set-up. This will cause an air colled engine to...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 31 May 2006 13:11:09 -0700
  ...Anyone showing up to register a vehicle with a "ZZZ" VIN number is now required to have a CARB laboratory certification and referee sign...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 30 Jun 2016 to 1 Jul 2016 - Special issue (#2016-220)
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 1 Jul 2016 20:59:26 +0000
  ...The last time I took it in, a different mechanic noticed a number of leaking seals and hoses, which were replaced and now no...
• vanagons for sale
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Tue, 19 Mar 1996 17:50:58 -0500 (EST)
  ...To purchase this list with phone numbers, please enter your credit card= below: Master Card Visa Credit Card Number Expires=20 Name on Credit...
• Re: Need the two lower studs that secure the transmission to the engine - No P# in ETKA
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Tue, 23 Oct 2007 11:27:59 -0700
  ...the transmission to the engine - No P# in ETKA > Great and is there any dispute on the part number? I found this at > GermanSuppy...
• Re: Interesting MPG numbers
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 25 Mar 2020 23:30:45 +0000
  ...Except for heads @168K and an exhaust valve with rings at 248K this is also an original engine. For subie conversions without gearing changes...