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  • '87 (Hi Top?) FS Vancouver BC
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 16 Mar 2013 10:38:08 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Fryday futilities
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:09:38 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • VW V6 ?'s
    Historical mailing list - Robyn Rudisill
    Sat, 14 Nov 1998 19:40:55 -0600
    ...Is this really the case? Is VR6 a 15 degree engine? What is the 90 degree V6 listed for the Passat? what I was...
  • Re: Unique Westy
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Wed, 8 Oct 2014 00:44:59 -0700
    ...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: A/C duct work "improvements"
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 21 Jun 2013 00:01:13 -0700
    ...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: VR6 into a vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 20 Nov 2001 19:15:52 +1200
    >I have come across a good deal on a vr6 engine and wiring harness. Has >anyone got into on putting on into a Vanagon...
  • Re: Portland, Or
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 5 Jun 2014 12:39:09 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Good Deal? Spokane. '82 Air Cooled $650
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:36:32 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • tuning products, company profile
    Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
    Sat, 21 Feb 1998 21:38:11 +0100
    ...VR6 (103kw to 128kW) swap kits TDI, 1.9l swap kits, starts at DM 499.00 white front turn lights, set DM 179.00...
  • Spot The Mouse
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 1 Mar 2013 15:59:54 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: OR/WA Trip Pics and Comments
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 15 Oct 2013 09:28:58 -0700
    ...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: Styled Cockpit VR6 Engine German Bus Meeting
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 20 Oct 2002 17:26:38 +1300
    ...This >guy had a >160 some HP VR6 engine built in, and soft gray leather seats and door >panels.. second stereo in back, tach...
  • Re: Engine almost dying when first starting...
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Tue, 10 Jun 2014 14:06:27 -0700
    ...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: Syncro engine stronger?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 1 May 2013 20:32:29 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • Central OH Vintage VW Show (11th)/ VR6 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
    Sat, 11 Aug 2001 22:28:36 -0400
    ...my kinda people! BUT I HAVE TO TELL YOU ABOUT THE VR6 VANAGON! Built by Oliver Wegener of Wegener Engineering (owegener@nase.org) Original...
  • Re: Why my Starter Motor Failed PICS
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Mon, 17 Dec 2012 19:01:37 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: : Hi list. 90 syncro bad leak stuck in parking lot
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 26 Jun 2014 10:26:14 -0700
    ...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: Moab Trip Report... finally complete
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 23 May 2014 10:32:45 -0700
    ...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: Bumper and triM repainting
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:44:09 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas inline-VR Engine...
  • esp. for Eurovaners ...
    Historical mailing list - J. Walker
    Fri, 30 Sep 94 13:02:57 CDT
    ...with the narrow angle VR6 engine and a new front end ... has been caught testing. The van will be introduced in January 1996 as...
  • '99 Eurovans!
    Historical mailing list - Victor Wong
    Thu, 25 Jun 1998 15:30:51 +0000
    ...VR6 engine ("detuned" to 140 hp per the salesman), sunroof/moonroof, climate control, extremely roomy interior (seems even larger than my Vanagon). Didn't...
  • Engine replacement for 84 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Harold Jaynes
    Wed, 20 Feb 2002 08:31:14 -0500
    ...Any post-installation problems? Is the engine too strong for the tranny? 3) Has anyone done the VR-6 transplant? From reading earlier posts...
  • Re: Why my Starter Motor Failed PICS
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Mon, 17 Dec 2012 19:36:31 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ > > Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: ..... Can't get first or second gear.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 20 Feb 2014 14:01:23 -0800
    ...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: Idea to Re-use Worn Wiper Arm?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:50:47 -0800
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • 1993 Passat Diesel CL Vancouver BC.
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sun, 23 Sep 2012 20:31:34 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • RE:
    Historical mailing list - Casey, Tim
    Thu, 05 Oct 95 10:15:00 PDT
    ...that they were offering a >diesel engine option as well as a 5 cyl and the VR6. Can anyone translate >the German? Last summer...
  • Re: Friday: $90K Syncro Adventurewagen
    Historical mailing list - Jimmy Johnston
    Sat, 8 Feb 2014 02:30:20 -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: Rear Exhaust Bracket on Cross Pipe. Sleeve needed?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 5 May 2012 20:30:55 -0700
    ...VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: > > http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines -- Neil n 65 kb...
  • Re: Broken Down - Alberta - Won't Start
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Mon, 12 Aug 2013 09:54:16 -0700
    ...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: Refrigerator lighting
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 2 Sep 2011 09:29:34 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:26:42 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Some Oettinger Six info
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sun, 31 Dec 2000 23:57:06 +1200
    >Just put a 172hp VR6 back there and save your money! :) Nah, the Subaru's a far better unit. Lighter too. Andrew Grebneff Dunedin...
  • 1986 + Brake Caliper Bolts. 200 Ft lb ?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sun, 2 Sep 2012 16:41:02 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Diesel conversion and SMOG
    Historical mailing list - Jon Brown
    Fri, 9 Dec 2005 11:41:33 -0800
    ...Anyone interested in the requirements for normal (non-engine change) vehciles can read: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/vr/smogfaq.htm What I've...
  • Re: Low end torque, was: 4 Cyl VR-6: Maybe Not!!
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 1 Dec 1999 21:05:14 -0800
    ...The VR6 would be a simpler engine to wire up and get running, the problem is it is thirsty and heavy! At 08:37...
  • Re: Engine Swap (long)
    Historical mailing list - James Cohen
    Wed, 17 Sep 1997 16:06:38 -0400
    ...I have 3 options, an '87 8V GTI, a G60, or a VR6. I have some good experience with modifying all those engines, and...
  • AW: sorry about the previous engine error
    Historical mailing list - Michael Kraewinkel
    Wed, 26 Aug 1998 07:40:48 +0200
    In germany you can buy the eurovan with 4- (gti and tdi) and 5-cylinder, VR6 and 6-cyl. audi 2.5l tdi engine...
  • WBX Oil Dipstick Tube Crack: Common?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Sat, 4 Oct 2014 12:23:54 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Bosch O2 Info
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:17:01 -0700
    ...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: What's My Dream VW Bus?
    Historical mailing list - Zeidler HelmutNTC-Dusseld.
    Mon, 15 Sep 1997 12:07:49 +0200
    ...The VW VR6 does NOT fit under the (higher) deck of a crewcab, but the 5 cylinder does. - Maybe other V6 engines will fit...
  • Re: Question about 16" x 7" wheels for my syncro!!
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Sun, 12 Aug 2001 11:45:59 -0700
    There will be lots of debate on this one for sure! :) On a non-Syncro 16 I have fitted 205R16 (Vredestein Transport Snow) and...
  • Anderton Lake CG: Nice!
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 13 Sep 2013 13:16:08 -0700
    ...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: [WetWesties] Automotive Shop Rate Question
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:01:33 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • '89 Carat Weekender Package (NO poptop) Seattle WA.
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 17 Nov 2012 21:11:36 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Refrigerator lighting
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:16:09 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:35:28 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: fuel managment system
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:12:26 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ >> >> Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: Jetta Engine Swap: Cat Position? PICS.
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 9 Dec 2011 11:36:55 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Re: '93 Eurovan Engine/Tranny Replacement
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Wed, 6 Dec 2000 11:29:59 EST
    ...cyl engine is shot and the differential bearing in the 5-spd tranny is wearing out. Can I fit a used VR6 from a...
  • Re: Add Injector Cleaner Right Before Emissions Test? Passed Emissions w/o It !
    Historical mailing list - Chris S.
    Tue, 8 May 2012 20:47:44 -0400
    ...VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines > > > > -- > Neil n > > 65 kb...
  • Re: Coolant Pump: wear at case
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Mon, 29 Sep 2014 10:48:12 -0700
    ...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: Porterfield R4-S Rear Brake Shoes
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 9 Oct 2014 20:42:48 -0700
    ...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: Did you folks see this Vanagon for sale?
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 10 Jul 2014 12:08:21 -0700
    ...tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com/c8rlw6p '81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco" http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG *Gas* inline-VR Engine...
  • Friday (LVC) Apollo Computer Build Video
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 6 Sep 2013 08:26:41 -0700
    ...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: Fuel pressure regulator - acceptable pressure readings?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 24 Jul 2013 10:35:40 -0700
    ...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: Stereo suggestions
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 28 May 2013 10:06:13 -0700
    ...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: Wiring headlight washer pumps
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 9 Feb 2013 22:08:01 -0800
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Maybe a Good Deal? (1.6 TD Vanagon $2000 Vancouver BC Craigs List)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 15 May 2012 18:06:30 -0700
    ...tubaneil.googlepages.com/ Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
  • Oil recommendation!
    Historical mailing list - Joseph Tu
    Tue, 22 Feb 2000 14:05:04 -0800
    ...I usually run Valvoline VR1 Racing 20w50 oil but they were out when I went to go buy oil so I tried their new...