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• Engine Pulsing
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Tue, 18 May 1999 21:45:13 PDT
  ...What should I do to eliminate the pulsing completley? Steve recommended doing everything I have done plus replacing the coolant temp sensor, 02 sensor...
• Re: Reducing exhaust heat extends the life of water hoses.
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Tue, 10 Jul 2001 16:08:11 -0400
  ...the same area of the speed shop as the exhaust wrap products, to protect my oil pressure gauge sensor line from exhaust heat. Protecting...
• Re: 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 17:46:13 -0500
  ...side, new catalytic convertor, new muffler, new > oxygen sensor, new tune up items, new front wheel bearings. It has no > water leaks, but it...
• PWM controller , was Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 04:07:39 -0500
  ...Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround? The speed of these fans could be controlled with analog speed control via something that is called PWM...
• Re: 86 Vanagon - New Owner - A few Questions.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Aug 2006 21:31:00 -0500
  ...tire and cover, follow with your hand the speedo cable from the left front wheel to a box above the spare. On top of...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Tobias Gogolin
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 01:56:30 -0700
  The speed of these fans could be controlled with analog speed control via something that is called PWM = pulse width modulation. I was also...
• Re: OT Fri. more on my Poor Man's Syncro (Astro/Safari) a sort of review..long
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 06:58:09 -0700
  ...After 97 they changed the AWD to be electronic from the ECM > and wheel speed sensors..Said to be slightly more economical on fuel...
• New 2001 EV details
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Sat, 3 Feb 2001 14:44:55 -0800
  ...The wheels have been upgraded from 15 inches to 16-inch alloy wheels. Other updates to come on the 2001 model include a new...
• Re: Hall Sender
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 10 May 2004 21:07:14 -0500
  ...The only mistake you can do is to put the trigger wheel 180 deg > opposite. > > Germain > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "T Berk" <tberk@sbcglobal.net...
• A few questions from a newbie
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Fri, 26 Jan 2007 14:37:04 -0800
  ...He said he had replaced both high and low sensors and the sending unit, and since he is my mechanic I had him verify...
• FS: 1986 Syncro Westy "Stealth Camper" in Portland Oregon -
  Historical mailing list - David Jaffe
  Mon, 18 Feb 2002 23:05:22 -0800
  ...Rear heater core (New) < 3K mi Muffler, cat & O2 sensor (New) < 5K mi Rear wheel cylinders (New) < 5K mi Multiple cooling hoses & press cap...
• FS: Enhanced 1988 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:16:35 -0400
  ...O2 sensor is still functioning OK, but has 60K miles (seen recommendations for changing between 60K to 80K) . Include 4.5 gallon jug of...
• Re: 89 (was 90) Wheelchair Vanagon for sale
  Historical mailing list - Tony Gould
  Tue, 1 May 2001 21:03:04 -0700
  ...where was it done? > how competent was the repair shop? > > > General Stuff: > > (1)Has wheelchair swing lift - old model - no > longer > > made - works > > (2...
• Re: 2.1 L Oil filler tube needed
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:55:25 -0700
  ...I can't see the top quarter of the speedo since the > steering wheel is in the way. Makes the digital gauges sound like...
• Re: ECU firmware location
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 14:48:57 -0400
  ...Optimizing sensors, tuning, etc. is much less complicated with a wide band O2 sensor. MS also provides data logging so you see where you...
• Re: 2 syncros and a wolfsburg for sale in NJ
  Historical mailing list - Hans Achter
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 18:44:23 -0500
  ...side, new catalytic convertor, new muffler, new > oxygen sensor, new tune up items, new front wheel bearings. It has no > water leaks, but it...
• Re: Zetec Install Pics
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:17:13 -0800
  ...One for a disconnected wire at coil pack and speed sensor not reading properly. Fixed those problems and cleared codes . Drove 450 miles no...
• Re: FS: Enhanced 1988 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:19:05 -0400
  ...O2 sensor is still functioning OK, but has 60K miles (seen > recommendations for changing between 60K to 80K) > > . Include 4.5 gallon jug of...
• Re: Questions re. Audi 3A engine swap (after searching the archives)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Thu, 6 May 2004 02:11:02 EDT
  ...of torque generated at the rear wheels (syncro doesn't go this fast) to maintain that speed. This requirement includes drag, frictional losses and...
• Re: Newbie '86 Vanagon owner here
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:09:44 -0600
  ...It's just good preventive maintenance to inspect those periodically. _ Idle Stabilizer System:_ This system controls idle speeds under certain conditions where engine stalling...
• Re: tiico conversion vs. other I4 conversions, ?GTI vanagon (long)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 23:16:37 +1200
  ...Engine, >>5-speed trans, computer etc ready to install & go. > >I would be interested to have the info, thanks. Hi Azani Shelleys VW: <shellven...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 01:35:13 -0700
  ...they are 2 or 3 speed fans. Likely you have the two speed variety. ----- Original Message ----- From: Tobias Gogolin To: Scott Daniel - Turbovans ; vanagon...
• Re: your opinion please - part 2
  Historical mailing list - Eric Brown
  Tue, 8 Jun 1999 10:56:17 -0700
  ...Because I can't figure out how to tap into the Van's VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor), I am mounting a supplied magnet on...
• Re: Idle Control System Explanation, please?
  Historical mailing list - Craig C Forney
  Fri, 13 Mar 2015 21:06:38 -0700
  ...II sensor), the throttle is closed (throttle position switch closed), the AC is off (compressor clutch not engaged), and the steering wheel is straight...
• Re: Trip Report: Portland, Or to Algodones, Mx and return..
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 15 Mar 2015 09:48:34 -0700
  ...8000'.....I > > normally keep my speed around 60-70mph on my travels and have little > > trouble holding that speed except on long steep passes...
• Re: 2.1 L Oil filler tube needed
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:31:46 -0700
  ...That said, at 6', 0"s, I can't see the top quarter of the speedo since the steering wheel is in the way...
• fuel problem solved
  Historical mailing list - David E Most
  Tue, 2 Apr 1996 11:38:25 -0500
  ...At least one you mentioned the air flow sensor flap, and once I figured out where it was, I was hoping that would be...
• Re: Water Cooler System Design Flaw Workaround?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:44:32 -0700
  ...I have occasionally seen a rad fan come on doing downwind and uphill....like actual air speed was low ..but a vanagon can drive...
• Re: A few questions from a newbie
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 26 Jan 2007 22:05:04 -0500
  ...He said he had :::replaced both high and low sensors and the sending unit, and since he is :::my mechanic I had him verify...
• Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:19:44 -0500
  ...AA Transaxle 4 speed installed at same time as engine rebuild. > (redline fluid installed) > > -South African VW 15 inch wheels and new 235/60...
• Confessions of a Emissions Passer
  Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
  Tue, 22 May 2001 23:42:13 -0600
  ...This is the speed that " Bentley" says that is necessary to test timing. The readings show that it is about 20 degrees advanced. I...
• Past Info about the ECU upgrade READ Carefully(old info- FOR those that missed)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 22:18:22 EDT
  ...The chip > with ratio rockers (1.4:1 I believe) gives about 85 horsepower at the > wheel. This chip was originally designed to add...
• Re: Update on the Haltech ECU Hassles
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 23:43:12 -0500
  ...First thing- Make sure all your sensors are functioning properly. If your unit supports data logging, run a log and look at the temp...
• Re: A few questions from a newbie
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sat, 27 Jan 2007 22:24:39 -0500
  ...He said he had replaced both high and low sensors and the > sending unit, and since he is my mechanic I had him verify...
• Re: Poor mileage update
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 2 Dec 2007 14:43:57 -0800
  ...Manual trans, low 20's at the best. [long bit about knock sensor not applicable to WBX engine snipped] ... > there's no knock sensor...
• Water Level Indicator Red Blinking Light (and other initial observations, LONG)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 14:00:30 -0800
  ...The PO told me he had > replaced the sensor but still had a problem with it coming on. After I took > delivery, the problem...
• Re: 81 Vanagon Type 4 Motor Timing
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Thu, 9 Apr 2020 09:35:42 -0400
  ...the spare wheel clamshell and head rearwards but don't turn up in the engine compartment or underneath. I see no sensors either. Probably...
• Trip
  Historical mailing list - Ron Bloomquist
  Fri, 13 Oct 2000 16:22:36 -0700
  ...That's why I thought it was a vacuum leak or a sensor problem. That's why I didn't think I was out...
• Syncro tire dia. ad nauseam(F)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Fri, 16 Apr 1999 16:53:52 -0700
  ...Or lets fit electronic speed sensors on all four wheels and adjust the air pressures so that the speeds match. I'm sure that...
• Re: Attention TDI Gurus! What is hotter, oil or compressed air?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 24 Nov 2002 22:21:48 -0800
  ...highway speeds. On most 1988 and newer VWs and Audi sedans > there is a temperature sensor on the valve cover - this temp sensor will...
• Re: Update on the Haltech ECU Hassles
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 21:03:39 -0600
  ...Eventually we did get it running decently, but it was a $400 dyno trip to Omaha's Sublime Speed shop that got everything dialed...
• Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:28:48 -0500
  ...AA Transaxle 4 speed installed at same time as engine rebuild. >> (redline fluid installed) >> >> -South African VW 15 inch wheels and new 235/60...
• UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 11:20:41 -0500
  ...AA Transaxle 4 speed installed at same time as engine rebuild. (redline fluid installed) -South African VW 15 inch wheels and new 235/60...
• Re: WBX bashing
  Historical mailing list - alan barber
  Wed, 31 Jul 2002 12:47:17 -0400
  ...and wheel bearings. But the motor is rock solid... stopping only twice when the map sensor failed. Of course the map sensor is cheap...
• Re: Crashworthiness of Vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 07 Apr 94 21:14:04 CDT
  ...does it have the 3-speed heater fan on the dash (right of the steering wheel)? check battery connections: you might be able to...
• Re: Substituting 1.9 with 2.1 would that end my bad luck streak???
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 25 Apr 2017 02:49:06 +0000
  ...Also, the O2 sensor is moved to the Cat from the J-pipe. For the cooling system the 2.1L has much better flow...
• Re: Water, dirt and rust in gas (where have the gas gone)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 1 Jun 2003 17:10:29 -0700
  ...engine (no converter > or > oxygen sensor). > > > > Thanks > > ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the web up to FIVE...
• Re: Confessions of a Emissions Passer
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Wed, 23 May 2001 10:15:58 -0400
  ...This is the speed that " Bentley" says that is necessary to test timing. The readings show that it is about 20 degrees advanced. I...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - James Eaton
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 23:23:34 -0500
  ...into the engine when the idle speed drops. Inputs include an AC sensor, power steering pump sensor, ECU output, and more. But you're...
• Re: Zetec Install Pics
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:06:13 -0800
  ...One for a disconnected wire at coil pack and speed sensor not reading properly. Fixed those problems and cleared codes . Drove 450 miles no...
• Re: Update on the Haltech ECU Hassles
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 2 Dec 2008 01:49:06 -0600
  ...Eventually we did get it > running decently, but it was a $400 dyno trip to Omaha's Sublime > Speed shop that got everything dialed...
• Cooling Systems
  Historical mailing list - Dan Aldrich
  Fri, 12 Feb 1999 10:01:21 -0700
  ...To check the high speed operation on equipped 9000s, first >engage low speed as above and then remove the relay in position F of...
• Re: reset? OS2 indicator light
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Tue, 11 Jan 2000 08:17:52 -0500
  ...your Oxygen sensor, (about $125). > > Resetting the OXS light: under your van, follow the speedometer cable from > the left front wheel, up toward the...
• UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:24:44 -0500
  ...AA Transaxle 4 speed installed at same time as engine rebuild. (redline fluid installed) -South African VW 15 inch wheels and new 235/60...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 23:25:00 -0600
  ...into the engine when the idle speed drops. Inputs include an AC sensor, power steering pump sensor, ECU output, and more. But you're...
• Updated For Sale Parts List
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 22:17:57 -0500
  ...20.00 each. #27) Two each good DK series Vanagon 4 speed manual transmissions $350.00 each (no core required) #28) One set OEM...
• Re: PS pump switch, engine compartment wiring harness, ECU, starter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 10 Feb 2016 20:41:13 -0500
  ...Amongst things not fused you have the ignition coil, injectors, fuel pump, O2 sensor heater, and all that wiring from the battery and alternator...
• Re: List member saves the day Sometimes just a bit of luck!
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:44:32 -0700
  ...Spark > very healthy. > Gave thought to excess fuel, engine flooded? > Temp 2 sensor easiest to check. Bad connection or open ground ECU thinks > it...
• Re: A few questions from a newbie
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 27 Jan 2007 07:22:26 EST
  ...He said he had replaced = both high and low sensors and the sending unit, and since he is my mechanic= I had him verify...
• Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:42:04 -0500
  ...AA Transaxle 4 speed installed at same time as engine rebuild. (redline fluid installed) -South African VW 15 inch wheels and new 235/60...