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• Looking for a Bentley Service manual
  Historical mailing list - Randy Newell
  Wed, 26 Feb 1997 11:23:59 -0500
  ...I have already put new plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel filter, and had the fuel system set. The mechanic said that my OXS sensor...
• Re: Carburetors on a WBX
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:59:27 -0700
  ...But good working fuel injection.......... and the wateboxer is not a good example of a really solidly consistent fuel injection and engine managment system...
• Re: bucking and dying - check fuel pump!
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sat, 8 Apr 2006 17:24:23 -0400
  ...Check your fuel pump and/or fuel filter(s). If you don't have a fuel system pressure gauge, try swapping your fuel pump...
• Fuel line valve for changing a fuel filter
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Fri, 19 Dec 2003 11:28:42 -0800
  ...William > >If the fuel line pops off the VW Bus tank (or really anywhere in the > >system) the bus simply dumps the entire tank...
• Re: vanagon fuel tank/problems it can cause?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 13 Jul 1998 09:35:31 EDT
  ...Here in the US we have Fuel Injection even in the earliest models so there is no Choke and if the system is right...
• Problem with 90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - John Connolly, Aircooled.Net
  Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:58:36 -0600
  ...Good fuel pressure (new fuel pump, filters, I put gauge on the system to make sure) I am not firing on 3&4. I...
• Cooling question...
  Historical mailing list - Finn Runyon
  Thu, 15 Feb 2001 16:23:55 EST
  In preparation for a trip south in 3 weeks in "Pooh," our 87 Westy, I am looking the cooling system and fuel distribution system...
• Fwd: Fwd: Stranded - my first heartbreak
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Thu, 7 Dec 2006 08:45:55 -0500
  ...the FI system. The problem was the air lock in the line before the fuel pump, inside the tank. The fuel line INSIDE the...
• Fuel line size question
  Historical mailing list - Kevin
  Thu, 20 May 2004 12:32:22 -0400
  Anyone know the size of the fuel line before the pump for a 2wd? Thanks Kevin 87 Westy Burlington VT --- Outgoing mail is certified...
• Re: Whoa fuel pump is noisy!
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Thu, 8 Feb 2007 10:37:10 -0500
  ...through the system? Seems like you could run the pump dry if not. I tried blowing compressed air backwards through the fuel line, gas...
• Re: Gas went up $0.13 a gal overnight what's up?
  Historical mailing list - MDC Vanagon
  Wed, 20 Mar 2002 10:18:35 -0800
  ...The improved energy conversion efficiency of the fuel cell also has a dramatic impact on the weight and size of the fuel storage system...
• Re: Another I'm still shaking cold-weather Safety message, was RE: hole saws/floor cutting
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 23 Jan 2005 10:03:18 -0700
  In my experience fuel systems only fail at one of two times. The pavement is so hot that the fuel is explosive risk vapors...
• RIGGING FOR A CARB
  Historical mailing list - Russell O. Gunter
  Sun, 14 Feb 1999 15:59:09 EST
  Can anyone tell me what all I need to consider if I am contemplating replacing the fuel injection system with a carburetor on my...
• Solution Was: ARG, HELP, fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Sat, 18 Jan 2003 17:23:11 -0500
  ...82 westy (with shiney new fuel system components!)
• Re: Spare Fuel Pump Saves the Day
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 5 Apr 2013 21:46:49 -0700
  ...fuel system part that needs to stay > wet, > fuel pumps, injectors, fuel distributors (CIS system), pressure > regulators, > etc! > > Howard > > Subject: Re: [VANAGON] Spare Fuel...
• What is the best way to remove rust from a fuel system
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 11:56:21 -0700
  ...After having my mums Rabbit parked for the summer the runs like crap! I changed the fuel filter and brown stuff came out of...
• Re: fuel pressure test connection size?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Tue, 6 Feb 2001 12:04:48 -0800
  ...but you will also see if the check valve is leaking at the fuel pump when the engine is turned off.... or if one...
• Re: Fuel System Issue
  Historical mailing list - John Haddad
  Sat, 30 Jun 2001 22:17:40 -0400
  I would check the Temp Sensor II a la Bentley. John Haddad
• Re: Why use VW Fuel Pumps instead of Alternatives?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 12:44:17 -0400
  I doubt if most domestic fuel pumps are meant to drive a 40 psi Bosch system. I think they tend to run quite a...
• Fuel line for 82 air cooled.
  Historical mailing list - David and Shirin
  Sun, 13 Jul 2003 07:27:48 -0400
  ...fuel rails to injector junctions. What size did VW use? David --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http...
• '86 engine into '84 van questions
  Historical mailing list - CARY CHIANG
  Wed, 8 Apr 1998 15:46:11 -0700
  ...trans.) that is in better shape and has a new exhaust system. I understand that the fuel injection, exhaust system, and cooling hose layout...
• Re: fuel pump problem?
  Historical mailing list - Mark
  Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:47:21 -0500
  ...When I 'energize' the >> system (turn key without starting all the way), the fuel pump runs >> continuously. It's never done that before. It...
• Re: Are Vanagons more fire oriented than any other old car?
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Thu, 14 Jan 1999 18:59:58 -0800
  ...And that fuel injection system runs at 75 psi - continuous pressure. The only trouble I got into was the first time I changed the...
• =?windows-1252?Q?Re=3A_Bluestar_project=85no_start_yet?=
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sat, 11 May 2013 18:19:48 -0400
  ...wire the fuel pump on, fuel should gush from the return side of the pressure regulator if the fuel supply system is working. > > Mark...
• Re: [WetWesties] Gas Tank/Lines
  Historical mailing list - s w
  Tue, 19 Feb 2002 07:37:53 -0800
  > Always use Fuel Injection hose on the pressure side > of your fuel system. > > Stan Wilder i recently replaced all my fuel lines in the...
• FS 78-83 Air Cooled FI Systems (2)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 18:05:02 -0500
  ...Complete Fuel Injection System for 78-83 2000cc Air-cooled Vanagon Engine, Price $200.00 each system. This is the complete system and can...
• Anyone tried the MotorVac system?
  Historical mailing list - Sean O'Neil
  Tue, 13 Jun 2000 01:40:19 -0300
  ...It seems to act as an enema for the entire fuel delivery system, purging it of deposits. Think I'll give it a try...
• Turbo Kits for VW 1.9 and 2.1 Engines
  Historical mailing list - Dyen Fred D.
  Tue, 30 Apr 1996 12:36:04 -0800 (AKDT)
  ...extend depends up9on fuel octane level). * turbo manifold which connects to the standard (as used in S.A.) header system. * Mitsubishi TD84 turbo. * All...
• Re: fuel lines replacing
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 08:34:06 -0400
  While obvious to some, it might be worth mentioning that the fuel line system is under pressure, even after the engine is shut off...
• Recalls
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Sun, 8 Jul 2007 17:12:30 -0700
  ...presume the AC was "done" because the whole system was replaced in fall, 2006. I'm wondering about the fuel line recall. Thanks. Patti
• Re: black box above coil
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Wed, 23 Apr 2003 07:57:13 -0700
  ...That means to depressurize the fuel system, pulling that relay won't work. You need to pull the fuel pump ground wire and then...
• Re: O2 sensors effect on power
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 13:57:58 -0500
  ...The >pre cat Bosch fuel injection system is quite capable of giving accurate >fuel mixture in operational service. The O2 sensor's main function...
• Re: O2 sensors effect on power
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 13:57:58 -0500
  ...The >pre cat Bosch fuel injection system is quite capable of giving accurate >fuel mixture in operational service. The O2 sensor's main function...
• Digifant Fuel System Troubleshooting Experience
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Mon, 11 May 2009 21:54:37 -0300
  ...The procedure is to fit the pressure gauge into the fuel system, turn on the ignition to pressurize the system (pump should shut off...
• Re: Bluestar project.no start yet
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sat, 11 May 2013 20:00:38 -0400
  ...Fuel that flows is clean. > > I have run the pump to pressurize the system. I see no fuel on the return > side of the...
• Re: pre-pump fuel filter
  Historical mailing list - marcus
  Tue, 2 Jun 1998 12:54:30 -0700
  ...fuel pump. I > understand that there was either a recall or a technical service bulletin on > the removing this filter from the system. Not...
• RE: Fuel Injector Cleaner
  Historical mailing list - mdstockr
  Fri, 7 Mar 97 14:08:00
  ...had any work done on any of my fuel injection systems. I also change the fuel filter every 2 years/24K miles and the...
• Re: fuel management system
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 14 Feb 2013 23:09:20 -0500
  ...fuel managment system > > Gowesty is working on a system. > http://www.gowesty.com/library_article.php?id=1532 Some have > installed Megasquirt. > > Or just...
• Re: Fuel Injection Discussions
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:13:29 -0700
  ...discussions about fuel injection systems and diagnosis > mention > was made about using WD40 or some other silicone spray on fuel system > components. It should...
• 2.0 FI restoration
  Historical mailing list - Wagner Michael
  6 Jul 1995 15:58:58 -0800
  ...tune up 204 fuel line 350 (hoses and injector o rings) vacuum lines 48 (plenty of 'em on this engine) fuel evaporative system 88...
• "just throw on a carbomatater"
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Thu, 26 Mar 1998 22:30:56 -0500
  ...The Bosch fuel injection book (blue cover) will explain the operation of your FI system. I don't consider myself to be a genius...
• Re: Digifant Fuel System Troubleshooting Experience
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 11 May 2009 19:19:18 -0700
  ...The procedure is to fit the pressure gauge into the fuel system, turn on the ignition to pressurize the system (pump should shut off...
• Re: Boxer electronics options?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Mon, 2 Feb 2009 07:50:03 -0500
  ...It's an open-source DIY fuel injection system that can be installed using the original VW sensors and fuel rail. It will take...
• Vanagon Eberspacher BA-6 gas Heater for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Dec 2001 03:07:36 EST
  ...this is an auxilliary heater, works independant of your stock heating system. has a preset timer too. no need for aux fuel, at it...
• Re: Fuel pressure tester
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Thu, 11 Mar 2004 10:52:39 -0500
  >What's the best source for an inexpensive fuel pressure tester that >will work with the digifant system? A hardware store :-) I use a...
• Re: 1.9L Gutless when first started
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Sun, 21 Oct 2007 13:50:51 -0400
  ...I'm wondering if it could be something in your fuel delivery system, a physical clogging of the fuel lines or some other problem...
• Re: fuel lines replacing
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 09:20:44 -0400
  ...Bloss wrote: >While obvious to some, it might be worth mentioning that the fuel line >system is under pressure, even after the engine is...
• Re: Cooling System Pressure Testing - make your own tool
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Fri, 30 Mar 2007 22:10:44 -0300
  ...Those are the clamp Ken sell with his fuel hose kit. I bought some extras because I liked them. You could find similar clamps...
• Re: oh shit, here we go again
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 18 Nov 2004 08:34:59 -0600
  ...All it takes is a few seconds to see if you have a good fuel flow in the system. These little test are simple...
• Re: Running rich, O2 sensor says lean, exhaust leak?
  Historical mailing list - Aerowolf
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 17:44:31 -0500
  ...week: > > > - changed O2 sensor > > > - changed fuel pressure regulator, fuel pump, fuel filter > > > - took apart entire air intake system, changed the air intake > > > distributor box...
• =?US-ASCII?Q?RE:_Bluestar_project.no_start_yet?=
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 11 May 2013 18:59:10 -0400
  ...I have run the pump to pressurize the system. I see no fuel on the return side of the pressure regulator however. I think...
• Upgrading coolant system to 86-91 on 84 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Mon, 7 Jul 2008 14:34:16 +0000
  I am thinking about upgrading my coolant system on my 84 1.9L to the 86-91 system. ANy thoughts on whether I should...
• Re: Digifant Fuel System Troubleshooting Experience
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 May 2009 23:15:16 -0400
  ...The procedure is to fit the pressure gauge into the fuel system, turn on the ignition to pressurize the system (pump should shut off...
• Re: Re-priming diesel fuel pump:correct procedure?
  Historical mailing list - Eren Berberoglu
  Wed, 5 Apr 2000 08:48:11 PDT
  ...Tue, 4 Apr 2000 15:38:27 -0700 > >I'm going to be opening up the fuel system in my 82 vanagon diesel >soon...
• Re: Calif 2008 emissions fuel tank pressure testing?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 3 Mar 2008 23:06:49 -0500
  If it was truly a completely 100% sealed-tight fuel system, it would "run out of fuel" after using a small amount, due to...
• Re: Fuel gauge system test
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Tue, 19 Jun 2012 17:09:58 -0400
  On 6/19/2012 4:11 PM, walkingboss wrote: > Test the voltage at the fuel sending unit. Between the sender wire and the > ground...
• Unsgtable Idle
  Historical mailing list - Dan Fleming
  Mon, 03 Feb 1997 15:18:33 -0800
  ...Ignition parts are new, fuel system has had Techron, but it constantly hunts up and down. Thanks DDF
• Re: Fuel Filters vs Fuel Strainers
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 6 Oct 2010 17:04:25 -0500
  ...One was getting the fuel delivery system >> working again. This included opening it up, and flushing all the old >> fuel and junk from it...
• Re: Check those fuel lines!
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Sun, 11 Apr 2010 07:56:53 -0400
  ...of the system rather >than being trapped and pushed to the injectors. When a very hot engine >is shut off the fuel in the...
• Re: Fuel Line Question
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Thu, 25 Jun 1998 17:10:15 -0400
  ...I'll turn the key, pressurize the system and do a visual check. Good think I did. The main fuel line that that enters...