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• Re: Paradise by the dashboard...
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Fri, 23 Jun 1995 10:10:29 -0700
  This is a great idea, and solves 2 problems: bulbs burning out, and keeping the right color. Most LEDs seem to like about 20mA...
• Re: '90 Westy 2nd gear
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 10 Oct 2000 19:40:23 -0500
  ...I > notice this trouble only on cold driving, before all the fluids and > components have a chance to warm up. I have let the...
• Re: Window motor saga
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 22 Feb 2005 02:04:17 EST
  ...The repair was very straightforward once I got over the idea that the motor did not look like a repairable component. If you have...
• Re: OVerheating
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 5 Sep 2007 11:16:35 -0700
  For sure check fluid levels and related cooling system components. But.... If your tach AND temp gauge both f'd up at the SAME...
• Rough/nonexistent idle
  Historical mailing list - Danny Fuller
  Mon, 17 Jan 2000 13:33:57 -0800
  ...and the idle stabilizer components (valve and controller) are too expensive to just replace without knowing they're the problem. Any ideas, anyone? Danny...
• Re: Update: Fuel pump woes
  Historical mailing list - John Philcox
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 09:38:33 -0400
  Tim, The only other component in the fuel circuit that could cause that noise is the fuel pressure regulator. When mine went bad it...
• Re: Bogging 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Mon, 26 Jun 2006 20:21:33 -0400
  ...a local shop with a good rep. >All new ignition components.. >The engine idles fine, even when very hot outside (+32 C here today...
• Re: Temp II Sensor, Engine Hot.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Tue, 24 Sep 2013 15:30:36 -0700
  ...I have no idea if an > overheated sensor would cause this to happen) > > For some time now, the coolant expansion bottle has leaked a...
• Another Update, was Re: Update: More idle issues for idle hands and minds
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Mon, 16 Dec 2002 13:03:14 -0500
  ...What does that mean? > > Marc Perdue wrote: > > > I've identified a couple of the components that the squishy and cracked hose > > connects to. It...
• Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:24:37 -0300
  ...first try but it's running > rich. > > Any ideas? > > It as the original AFM, Idle control valve, stabilizer unit, and > oxygen sensor, etc.. > Could...
• throttle body modification question 84 to 85 (amended)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
  Thu, 18 Feb 1999 01:10:08 -0500
  ...idle hunting problem present on Vinnie, We have replaced the original throttle body with a modified 84. This was due to excessivly worn components...
• Re: Leaking diesel injector pump... Please help
  Historical mailing list - T.P. Stephens
  Tue, 16 Nov 1999 19:04:29 -0800
  ...The auto component rebuilding is a fraction of their yearly volume. > >The equipment and expertise to do this properly is big time commercial spendy...
• NT Help!!! (no Vanagon content)
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 11:46:39 -0800
  ...Any ideas???? I have re-installed all of the network components on the nT machine, and still no luck. Thanks, and sorry for being...
• Re: Bentley or Haynes?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
  Wed, 29 Mar 2000 12:41:25 -0800
  ...or, Poor Richard's Rabbit book :being a manual of step-by-step procedures for the complete idiot : Rabbit, U.S. Golf & Scirocco, the...
• Recall of 1991 Vanagon - Fire danger
  Historical mailing list - Beth Young
  Sat, 11 Jan 1997 13:54:15 -0800 (PST)
  ...Sat Jan 11 16:48:52 1997 _________________________________________________________________ NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 92V058000 Make: VOLKSWAGEN TRUCK Model: VANAGON Year: 1991 Causing Fault : POOR FIT/LOOSE...
• Re: rough idle, gas guzzling, oil dripping van
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Tue, 21 Feb 2006 15:42:23 -0500
  Caveat--I'm not an expert--but I would suggest the following to do first on your rough idle problem. First, because it's...
• Re: Rubber Bras
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Thu, 31 May 2001 00:38:48 -0500
  ...The only way I'd recommend this idea, is if you can get a colour-matched type of product. Seems to me there is...
• steering feedback
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 25 Sep 2004 15:07:07 -0700
  ...Any ideas? I've got a set of wheels with Pathfinders on them that I'm going to mount on the van tomorrow, just...
• Re: Idle Vanagon Question - upgrading engine
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Thu, 29 Jun 2006 20:50:39 -0400
  ...Costs also vary based on the quality of the components in the conversion. This question has been kicked around many times in the past...
• Re: No start..... rebuilt engine.... over my head...
  Historical mailing list - Stephen DeMocko
  Wed, 27 Jul 2005 16:41:32 -0700
  ...success.. > > > > Every components where checked...(Fuel-air-fire), injection wiring and all > > FI components, AFM, that stupid 84 hall-sender and idle system control...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Control Box
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 30 Jun 2006 12:00:40 -0700
  > Has - or is - anyone working on reverse engineering the idle stabilizer > control using modern digital processor technology? > > Seems to me that for someone knowlegable...
• Re: Flickering Oil Light at Idle
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sat, 6 Sep 2014 08:55:06 -1000
  ...any of our vans lasted > 23-34 years without these vital components. > > Mark > > Chris S. wrote: >> ... I can't stress enough that it's...
• Re: 1.9l Wasserboxer stumble...
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 15 Feb 2000 13:54:10 +0100
  ...The engine is carb'ed, and it has an xtremely annoing off idle stumble - Noticable when cold (under choke) and irritating when hot! I...
• Re: California law (smog)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 18:15:53 -0500
  ...unleaded restrictor is in place, all STOCK engine components at the time of manufacture, etc.,) idle sniffer test and a 2500rpm sniffer test. Sog...
• Re: Coolant Temps
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Mon, 9 Apr 2001 14:09:02 -0700
  ...So, looking at the the freezing point of the individual components is not relevent, but must instead look what's in our bus. In...
• Random coughing during acceleration/cruising (2.0l FI)
  Historical mailing list - Morris H. Arthur
  Thu, 7 Dec 1995 10:02:21 -0500
  ...This is a tough one to debug because the problem never occurs during idle or engine revving and only randomly on the road... I...
• Re: Fuel pump stops.
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 2 Aug 2005 18:44:36 -0700
  ...It runs and the engine starts and >runs. > >Any idea where to start looking for a bad component or bad connection? > > >
• Re: Found on ePay... Ronal R9's
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 12:43:13 -0700
  ...Stock rims from an early model > W210 > > chassis ('96-'97 E320) > > > > The 7's might touch the steering components un a 2wd Vanaagon. Trial...
• Re: Surging 1.9 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Tue, 3 Oct 2006 10:28:38 -0400
  ...cafe has to say about it: >>T >>hrottle switch and idle control components - The throttle switch must be >>both in working order and adjusted...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 15:38:49 -0500
  ...I'm rolling around the idea of switching my engine out. I > have a 90 GL that I am extremely attached to. Its got...
• Re: Bogging 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 30 Jun 2006 16:21:32 -0400
  ...a local shop with a good rep. >All new ignition components.. > >The engine idles fine, even when very hot outside (+32 C here today...
• Re: FI Explanation -> Get Bentley's Bosch FI mANUAL
  Historical mailing list - kenstich
  Mon, 29 Jun 1998 20:11:09 -0600
  ...wrote: > > Is there a comprehensive source that explains each component of the FI > function and ideas for troubleshooting. I do have Bentley, I looked...
• Re: Fuel injection trouble
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:51:14 -0500
  ...It's either been a bad wire (no voltage/short) or bad a component. Anyone have something similar or ideas on what or where...
• FS: 2.1 engine and accessories + speedo
  Historical mailing list - Ray R Brubaker
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 17:12:43 -0500
  Engine and components were removed from a '86 Syncro to install a TDI diesel. Engine was still running strong with good oil pressure and...
• Re: High Idle Problems
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 12 Feb 2003 11:32:22 -0600
  ...Ia know the ISC is expensive, and is problematic So I wonder if it is possible to build a replacement from components from the...
• Misbehaving in the wet
  Historical mailing list - Brad Estergaard
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 16:10:43 -0800
  ...understand these components only matter while the engine is cold or if you have AC. In case it is related, my idle is erratic...
• Re: idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - CARVER, JEFFREY D
  Fri, 12 Sep 1997 05:18:17 -0700
  ...To adjust idle, one disconnects the IS and connects the ends together. The idle will jump around a bit, but the timing will be...
• Re: Oil pump on e-bay
  Historical mailing list - Scott Sullivan
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 16:29:09 -0800
  ...Oil pump on e-bay If he bought a new assembly, took a component off it, and then resold the remainder HE SHOULD HAVE...
• Re: Black smoke running rich
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 13 May 2021 07:47:04 -0700
  ...but first make other components are working properly (spark plugs, dist. cap and rotor, O2 sensor, Temp2 sensor, throttle body switch, fuel pressure regulator...
• constant lack of power
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Fri, 13 Dec 2002 23:19:55 -0500
  ...Starts and idles just fine; seems ok at lower speeds, except it won�t top about 3k rpm in any gear. I did find...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:24:03 -0600
  ...I'm rolling around the idea of switching my engine out. I > have a 90 GL that I am extremely attached to. Its got...
• Re: Throttle Valve Switch: What the...?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 25 Oct 2007 11:18:42 -0700
  ...idea > why. > > Someone, whose e-mail I have since deleted, stated that it's possible to > switch the plugs for some other component with...
• Re: type of connector?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Fri, 25 May 2012 10:51:10 -0400
  ...If it's driven from the ECU I'd be much more > cautious - at least measure the draw of the two components and be...
• Re: [WetWesties] etka on line with registration
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:19:31 -0800
  ...I had no idea they were reusing the California name for T5 derivatives. They usually change names. For example, the LT vans were called...
• Re: ADBQ
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sun, 4 May 2003 10:59:29 -0700
  ...In the stock dual battery setup found in '85-'87 non-GL Campers, the auxiliary battery uses the identical grounding method as the starting...
• Re: strange bucking problem w/ '84 vanagon wbx
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Thu, 17 Feb 2005 15:16:39 -0500
  ...Careful attention to the exact circumstances under which the intermittent operation comes and goes helps to identify which component has failed or is failing...
• Re: neat idea........anyone done this before?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Mon, 22 Apr 2002 12:24:22 -0700
  ...put a battery there and a brake master cylinder/other components and use the stock rear brakes, with the lights, turnsignals, etc. rig a...
• Re: Front Overhead AC For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:36:51 -0700
  ...All the > components are there and work. > > The frontest overhead piece needs a small epoxy repair and the long hoses > are still in the...
• Re: AC parts for sale/giveaway '86 WestyYOURE NUTS!!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 21:19:07 EDT
  ...vw@emriver.com writes: > I'm pulling all the air conditioning components out of my '86 Westy in the > next > few weeks. The compressor...
• Re: Conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Fri, 1 Jan 2010 13:22:03 -0500
  ...I know that things like brakes, suspension & steering components, drive line components, and paint/bodywork should be addressed during the process to ensure long...
• Re: Custom Westy interior
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:24:15 -0700
  Looks spiffy and all, but where'd the fridge go? The fridge is one of the most important components, so I hope it's...
• Re: Fridge goes out above 40mph
  Historical mailing list - Alfred Bagdan
  Tue, 7 Mar 2000 18:27:51 -0700
  ...The idea is that combustion air should come in only from the air intake hole (the one off center) and not through any cracks...
• Re: Build your OWN FI replacement for the digixxx system
  Historical mailing list - ian Butler
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 14:44:27 -0500
  ...on warmup (it didn't idle very well, either.) Digifant may be quirky, but as long as its components are in good working order...
• rough idle, gas guzzling, oil dripping van
  Historical mailing list - steve vitale
  Tue, 21 Feb 2006 13:58:04 -0500
  ...first off the idling problem: When I first start up it idles real rough, blows out lots of soot and if I'm not...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - James Eaton
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 23:23:34 -0500
  Brett, the idle stabilizer that you're thinking of, the DIS (Digital Idle Stabilizer) from the CIS system, has no resemblance to the Idle...
• Re: No start..... rebuilt engine.... over my head...
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 28 Jul 2005 19:22:44 -0700
  ...success.. >> >>Every components where checked...(Fuel-air-fire), injection wiring and all >>FI components, AFM, that stupid 84 hall-sender and idle system control...
• Re: Loud and heavy popping noise up front
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:40:58 -0700
  ...the suspension components or the chassis up front. I just > had my mechanic check this and he found nothing. > > Any ideas? > > Thanks, > > John Rodgers...
• Re: new VW "minivan"? what a piece of crap
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 01:45:56 PDT
  ...the side? My point? In the future all vans will be identical. And there won't be any vanagons. Enjoy the present while you...
• Re: High idle - throttle position switch
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 6 Aug 2011 09:37:19 -0400
  ...the stabilizer??Also I opened the idle controller and there does not appear to be burnt elecrical components. At this point I really suspect...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 23:25:00 -0600
  James, so glad you are on board with this idea. The more the better, I think. Resolution will be quicker perhaps. John On 11...