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• Re: Low compression, more test results
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 11:31:13 -0700
  ...The giveaway is the rod had heat bluing on it, and sparks were probably flying for those last seconds. All that heat stretches the...
• Re: Van died on me!
  Historical mailing list - Zolly
  Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:37:57 -0800
  ...the hill? Don't you think its some electrical mishap? Loosing sparks? ETC. Is it a good engine and all? Zoltan ----- Original Message ----- From...
• Singlecabs and Doublecabs Available
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Fri, 25 Jun 1999 01:10:48 -0500
  ...His name is Bob Sparks and he lives just outside of Toronto. He indicated that he collects Vanagon singlecabs and doublecabs and then offers...
• Cam type?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 2 Sep 1995 10:05:30 -0500
  ...window Deluxe 76 Rabbit L-FI 67 Panel Bus 80 Rabbit Cabriolet 67 pop-Up Westie 82 Rabbit L-FI -------------****** Sparks through the Rubble ******------------------
• Re: Correct Gap of Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 13:19:57 -0800
  I agree with this theory but if the time differential is microseconds can this have a real effect on the timing of the firing...
• Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Mon, 14 Jun 2004 12:57:20 -0800
  ...a single spark intensifies, dividing the spark energy > between 4 simultaneous sparks would lead to reduced ionization, and perhaps a > much greater resistance(s...
• Re: front seat swivel removal
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 28 Apr 2004 09:02:42 -0500
  ...If > you have it, a much better tool would be a right-angle grinder with a > cut-off wheel - but sparks galore of course...
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 9 Oct 2008 10:55:29 -0700
  ...If this wire is disconnected you will still get sparks but the ECU will not get the signal to fire the injectors. Scott probably...
• Re: Westy on fire at Half Moon Bay....
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Tue, 17 Oct 2000 13:02:49 -0700
  ...The fire started by a wire that was not in conduit and rubbed to make sparks when some gas leak was present. It was...
• Re: Swivel Seat transplant info
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Wed, 25 Oct 2000 21:42:50 EDT
  ...I ruined a perfectly good set of prescription eyeglasses due to sparks from the grinder. I'm just glad it wasn't my eyes...
• Re: Dead Sparking Plug!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 13 Jan 2013 23:50:34 -0800
  ...often I see tiny sparks leaking to the side, rather than firing across the electrodes. sounds like a funky new spark plugto me. I...
• Have I damaged my control unit?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sun, 6 Aug 2006 04:02:50 EDT
  ...no sparks no nothing. Seemed uneventful. From what I read 87 of C should only be hot when the starter in running. I didn...
• The Mystery Machine saga continues
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Speer
  Mon, 29 Jul 2002 08:40:42 -0500
  ...I've got new (<2,000 miles) sparks, rotor, cap, coil, ignition wires. I've had the engine ground wire replaced.... other ground connections...
• Re: Q: Battery Disconnect Sequence?
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Wed, 22 Sep 2004 09:00:53 -0800
  ...If you put a wrench on the positive terminal first, you run the > risk of sparks flying if you allow that wrench to touch...
• RE: Westy 3-Way Fridge Questions
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 23 Nov 94 8:41:47 EST
  ...This time it lit after just a > few pumps and sparks. The flow meter moved all the way to the green! > > I had run...
• Re: Frydaye ... ok, how bout this one? :)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:15:11 -0500
  ...the brake > �And the van begins to shake, > �And as the sparks begin to fly > �You can hear the angels sing: > > <Chorus> > > �And now...
• We're off.....
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 22 Jul 1995 20:24:29 -0400
  ...SingleCab(sold), 66 Deluxe Samba(soon) 67 Panel Bus, 67 Beetle, 69 Beetle Baha, 72 Bus, 74 412 Station waggin -------------****** Sparks through the Rubble ******------------------
• Re: Finger Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Sun, 15 Feb 2004 01:08:24 -0500
  in addition to generally helping prevent corrosion on electrical contacts, dielectric grease also makes it easier to remove wires from spark plugs, and helps...
• Re: Another Fridge Question
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Wed, 10 Nov 1999 21:45:41 -0800
  ...a risk of explosion...from a bad sparkplug wire or alternator sparks. > Scenario 3: > Your propane flame does not blow out on the freeway...
• Re: [Having difficulty with the archives...but..my westy won't start...]
  Historical mailing list - d t
  Fri, 15 Sep 2000 14:36:22 MDT
  ...Avoid large sparks when connecting (battery gases are explosive). 2. Check connection to starter motor solenoid (starter is above tranny, should be a red...
• Re: WTB 15" South Africa rims
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 9 Dec 2005 17:48:02 -0800
  ...I imagine there are many sparks visible when I drive! but it woulld still be nice to be able to stop and steer. Someone...
• Re: Blown fuse
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:18:26 -0700
  ...try to replace the fuse with another 8 amp fuse it sparks and > |blows right away. So obvioulsy I've got a short or...
• Re: Hooking up interior lights to Aux. Battery?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 16 Apr 2006 21:52:07 -0400
  ...disconnect the batteries so you don't create any arcs and sparks. > > I removed fuses 8 and 9 (and left them out) then put...
• Re: fuel injector hoses, replacing
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 8 Dec 2007 10:08:40 -0600
  ...Do it outside, cutting the clamps with a dremel cutoff wheel produces a spray of sparks, and the opportunity to ignite both rubber and...
• Re: distro body ground
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Wed, 11 Jun 2003 17:22:35 +0000
  ...hehe > > naw rilly i guess i'm cool since i really don't hear the sparks > > flowing > > threw the speaks. > > > > thanks sir > > Joe > > > -----Original...
• Re: Power loss when engine wet and cold
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Fri, 12 Oct 2007 07:43:21 -0700
  ...distributor > cap, arcing between spark > > plug wires and ground (might see sparks outright, > or glow around wires, at > > night), or, even if not root...
• Rust Demons
  Historical mailing list - ed donnen
  Thu, 16 Jun 2011 09:27:26 -0400
  ...In a shower of sparks of July 4th proportions I achieved this with the minor comment of, �Instructor Sir, is my hair still smoldering...
• Re: VERY hot exhaust issues
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 23:59:05 -0400
  ...The trigger was spinning around in relation to the shaft causing all kinds of early and late sparks, but the rotor was always pointed...
• Re: permanent fuel pressure gauge
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Tue, 7 Mar 2006 17:07:09 -0500
  ...As for the sparks, doubt it. Besides, have you ever opened a fuel pump (on the work bench) and applied power? You would be...
• Re: Ran good, now runs bad???
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sun, 10 Jun 2007 08:18:23 -0700
  ...Start the engine and look for jumping sparks around the terminals on the coil and distributor. It will be easy to spot when it...
• Re: vanagon bucks, stalls, stays dead
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 31 Aug 2005 10:04:15 -0500
  ...I ended up pushing > (luckily it was only .25 miles and fairly flat) it > home. > > Checked for sparks and fuel pressure before it got...
• Re: swivel seats.. for vanagon
  Historical mailing list - The River Clan
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 22:18:00 -0700
  ...visegrips (kinda nasty, but that way we wouldn't have the sparks from cutting/grinding), layed on the salvaged swivel bases, and used a...
• Re: injector test...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 12 Mar 2011 11:58:35 -0800
  ...the coil will still be firing and sparks could jump around , and two , it's bad for the coil to fire without it's...
• Re: Tires (by one reviewer)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 5 Sep 2007 16:53:09 -0600
  ...On dry pavement the driver slammed on the brakes and >> locked up the rear wheels- the fishtailing and shower of sparks was >> impressive-I...
• BugJam/NEATO gathering in FLA
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 Nov 1995 08:45:54 -0500
  ...Kevin Kevin Murray (cinematographer) -FeetsFirst Films #----------------****** Sparks through the Rubble ******----------------# | 66 21 window deluxe "Claire" 66 Beetle sedan "Black Adder"| | 67 Panel Van "Mojo...
• Re: front seat swivel removal
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 28 Apr 2004 13:58:44 -0400
  ...If >>you have it, a much better tool would be a right-angle grinder with a >>cut-off wheel - but sparks galore of course...
• Re: Bus Depot SPAM, again! - Note from the List Admin!
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Tue, 19 Jan 1999 16:09:41 -0500
  ...I stand by my opinions, limit all the damn adds to one day, and hell Malcolm actually sparks a good idea, even make THEM...
• demons II
  Historical mailing list - ed donnen
  Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:01:41 -0400
  ...When I started seeing sparks through the smoke and the housing I unplugged the drill and lay it in the grass until it appeared...
• Re: new radio installation
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Grove
  Tue, 14 Aug 2001 23:00:48 -0700
  ...this before find someone who knows a little bit about auto sparks to give you a hand. I'[m in Califonia so not quite...
• Re: Mario Andretti likes the Bostig Conversion!
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Fri, 7 Aug 2009 13:43:59 -0700
  ...As a result, I went down the street to grab > something > to drink at the local texaco station in Sparks Nevada, where I randomly...
• Re: Still need help!
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Edwards
  Fri, 31 Aug 2001 17:25:02 -0400
  ...I have been having a very similar problem, and had determined that it was _not_ - the ignition switch - sparks plugs, distributor cap, rotor - the...
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:49:01 -0700
  ...will trigger regular fat sparks, over and over. Last time I had 'it just quit' on an 84 waterboxer ............that's what it was...
• easy test of Hall unit and ignition spark system
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:49:11 -0800
  ...you should see big sparks from the center wire to the engine metal...you should hear relays clicking in the relay box by the...
• Re: Help! Hesitation on the road!
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 10 Aug 2011 07:30:56 -0700
  ...Watch creating sparks around your open fuel...
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - B.J.R.
  Thu, 9 Oct 2008 15:18:12 -0700
  ...If this wire is disconnected you will still get sparks but the ECU will not get the signal to fire the injectors. Scott probably...
• Re: Steering wheel locked after replacing blower motor
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 21 May 2011 13:42:13 -0400
  ...High speed steel (minimal dull sparks) it's better not to dip in water, ok to let them get hot. Yours, David
• Re: wasserboxer idle overheating
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 18 Sep 1995 17:25:24 -0300
  ...on the motor and try to get it going, watch for sparks kids, and that fan is LOUD when it's in your face...
• Re: 87 Misfires when damp
  Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
  Thu, 8 Jun 2006 22:01:02 -0400
  ...a cold dark wet night and > see if you see any sparks aflyin. gary > > Why would you spend the money first without trying cheaper...
• Wiring Products, Save 10%
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
  Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:55:49 -0700
  ...Suite F Sparks Nevada 89441
• Re: Which battery terminal off first?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 16 May 2017 12:55:55 -0700
  ...Then put back in reverse order Ground first then positive. > > I know doing this the right way helped me avoid sparks when working on...
• Re: after the fridge is lit..
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 18 Apr 2000 10:40:07 -0700
  ...or course it is the last 1/2 inch of the air pump that sparks the piezzo.... I don't know what could be...
• Re: Emission / Air Mass Sensor - could it be the cause?
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Wed, 6 Sep 2000 08:09:48 -0700
  ...ECU, sensors, Idle control... > new sparks, wires, distributor, air filter - timing tuneup > new temp sensor, O2 sensor > check for vacuum leaks, check idle control...
• Re: LVC: Cutting Metal (sheet, plate, box, tube)
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 2 May 2014 17:51:36 -0700
  ...This area would also work well for sparks from angle grinder use. I made all cuts for my engine carrier with a hack saw...
• '86 GLi problem...continued
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 11:49:26 EST
  ...I have fuel at the injectors but I have no sparks !! Not even from the wire going to the centre of the distributor. Somehow...
• Re: Finger Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 14 Feb 2004 08:02:05 EST
  In a message dated 13/02/2004 2:09:36 PM Eastern Standard Time, john.cook58@verizon.net writes: Frank, do you have a...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Sun, 27 Jan 2008 20:28:50 -0800
  ...if there is even the remotest chance that you will introduce sparks or open flame to the work area have the tank steam cleaned...
• Re: Rust Demons
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 16 Jun 2011 09:24:38 -0600
  ...In a shower of > sparks of July 4th proportions I achieved this with the minor comment > of, �Instructor Sir, is my hair still smoldering...
• Re: Correct Gap of Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Sat, 22 Feb 2003 23:54:37 -0000
  ...Correct Gap of Sparks > some production engines even going so far as 0.035" plug gaps (maybe > Audis?, can't remember, or maybe in...
• RE: 1962 timing help + Dormobile (was RE: Hi Again + 1962 timing help)
  Historical mailing list - Sarah Gallagher
  Thu, 20 Jun 1996 23:35:08 +0100
  ...I was under the impression that this 'stalactite' formed quickly after a few sparks anyway, even on new points ?? What counts as a 'big...
• Re: Mario Andretti likes the Bostig Conversion!
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 7 Aug 2009 01:08:51 -0700
  ...As a result, I went down the street to grab > something > to drink at the local texaco station in Sparks Nevada, where I randomly...