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• Re: My first problem on the road
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 14:23:54 -0800
  ...Easy to check, just remove the metal coolant crossover pipe bracket nuts and move it out of the way, and take off the air...
• How do I get this EGR filter on???
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 13:35:46 -0700
  ...lower flange of the filter misses its mating flange in the crossover pipe by a wide margin. It looks like the flange needs to...
• Project Report : gas tank reseal
  Historical mailing list - david hardy
  Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:12:39 -0600
  ...Turns out my problem wasn't the seals at all, but that the crossover vent hose had come off the T-connector on the...
• Re: Water Pump Replacement -2.1 L WBX
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 30 Sep 2015 08:34:00 -0700
  My son's 2.1 has one hex head bolt (top) in the crossover flange, and it was recently replaced by a pro. I...
• Re: gas tank leak - long
  Historical mailing list - Eric Henning
  Mon, 6 Dec 1999 11:29:22 -0500
  ...Use some type of rubber lubricant to assist in putting pipes back in grommets. The crossover pipe is a b*tch as you have...
• Re: Stainless Steel Exhaust Components
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Sat, 3 Aug 2002 09:30:51 -0400
  ...They would not need to dupliate the crossover pipe. I would buy one... Thanks, Chris ---- Original message ---- >Date: Sat, 3 Aug 2002 07:06...
• 82 Air Cooled Parts Get on the list
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 19 Oct 2001 20:37:26 -0500
  ...Tranny, Heater Boxes, Crossover pipe, rear bumper, engine, FI system. Everything else is there and If I don't have to hold, clean it...
• Head gasket
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Mon, 16 Jun 2003 14:05:55 -0400
  ...that is inserted into a crossover type of exhaust pipe... so I need to remove those exhaust pipes right?? (is this why there is...
• Exhaust cylinder studs & threadlock
  Historical mailing list - Georgios A. Stylianides, PhD
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 19:36:43 -0700
  Hi all, Back to the exhaust system and crossover front and rear pipe attachment to the cylinder heads. Details below. My original question: what...
• Re: Coolant leak update
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Mon, 31 Jan 2005 15:47:15 -0500
  ...I know that on my '85, I ended up replacing all the crossover pipes that run behind the crankshaft pulley. Rust had taken it...
• Re: Replacement fuel tank question
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Sun, 20 Jul 2014 20:42:28 -0400
  Plus you wouldn't need the crossover vent line. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 20, 2014, at 20:19, Roy Nicholl <RNicholl@NBNET...
• Re: Extra Screw (fastener, Ben, fastener)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 16 Nov 2001 18:13:59 -0600
  ...fasteners except the ones I always buy new like exhaust nuts, crossover pipe nuts, rod nuts and head bolt nuts/washers. What would you...
• Re: Update: Bad Valve Issues/Question, Opinion sought.
  Historical mailing list - David Robertson
  Sat, 28 Sep 2002 15:47:27 -0400
  ...Any other suggestions? >> Currently the EGR connection on the crossover pipe is rusted out so the >> exhaust is not complete sealed. Would this make...
• Re: fuel tank vent lines
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:50:43 -0700
  ...Often > it�s the large crossover pipe seals that leak, and you can�t do them > without lowering the tank. > > > > Clamps are not needed...
• Re: Expansion Tank Hose Weeps: Fuel Tank Full
  Historical mailing list - Edward Duntz
  Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:47:51 -0400
  ...When I first got the van, I had to replace the "y" fitting on the driver's side crossover piece. The next time I...
• Re: 1.9 water pump question
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 3 May 2015 22:45:24 -0700
  ...http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_372_228/yellow-o-ring-for-coolant-crossover-tube.html Jim Thompson 84 GL 1.9...
• Re: New Product - Fuel Tank Crossover Pipe Assy
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 8 Jan 2010 08:38:19 -0800
  ...Not a cheap >> looking >> part with just two "funky" "make-do" nylon fittings and "quasi-rubber" >> crossover hose that has been available elsewhere. The...
• Re: At the pump fueling issue - solved
  Historical mailing list - - Bruce Todd
  Mon, 14 Jul 2014 19:21:37 -0700
  ...At the pump fueling issue > > > > > > > > Is your fill pipe one with the ball check on the end? The cage may be bent or collapsed...
• Re: Fuel Tank cross over vent/pipe
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 8 Oct 2022 00:55:46 -0600
  1st You need to be darned sure it is the CrossOver Grommets that are the source of the leak,,, The Filler Neck Grommet is...
• Re: Replacing Gas Tank Cross-Over Pipe on 84
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Fri, 26 Jul 2002 13:01:26 -0400
  ...the crossover = pipe.) 9. Use hands and/or small pry bar to pop out the plastic fittings on = the cross-over pipe that go...
• Calif Smog Issues
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 08:12:56 -0700
  ...I'd installed an O2 sensor in the crossover pipe but was getting very funky readings from the sensor so after failing Smog I...
• Re: Engine Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Thu, 23 Apr 1998 13:28:44 -0400
  ...course - If needed, rear engine mounts Clean, inspect and paint: - Coolant crossover pipes - Intake plenum and runners That's all I can think of...
• On Crossing Your T's
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Fri, 25 Aug 2000 07:27:22 -0700
  ...replaced today & the fuel > > lines to the gas tank, > > including the crossover pipe, etc. > > So far so good. > > Mechanic says he'll do the...
• Re: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 20:08:15 -0400
  ...The benefits: - O2 sensor port, - and all parts available in stainless, so only the heater boxes and crossover pipe will deteriorate. Plus I guess...
• Re: Question about removing fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Sat, 11 Aug 2012 11:03:22 -0400
  ...That said, you really should replace the hoses and crossover tube to prevent future problems (overflowing at the pump for example). The usual list...
• Re: vanagon exhaust systems
  Historical mailing list - Beth Young
  Tue, 26 Nov 1996 17:40:11 -0800 (PST)
  ...I've also seen posts about the need for crossover pipes. I have a feeling someone can make a buck making after-market exhaust...
• Re: '88 Exhaust help
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 2 Sep 2012 21:06:41 -0700
  ...it this time last year, the flanges > of the two header crossover pipes met the collector flange at a slight V > angle. I was...
• Re: How I Closed Down A Gas Station Today
  Historical mailing list - Mark Mages
  Fri, 25 Aug 2000 06:36:22 -0700
  ...replaced today & the fuel > lines to the gas tank, > including the crossover pipe, etc. > So far so good. > Mechanic says he'll do the...
• Re: saga water pump 85gl
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Thu, 4 May 2006 08:29:39 -0700
  ...You should be able to remove that pipe without >removing the pump, though I don't remember if there was much play in it...
• Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 22:28:42 -0500
  ...I called my mechanic to get an appt to put that crossover pipe on next week. I'll have him check the compression too...
• Re: engine install
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 13 Mar 2000 10:08:56 -0800
  ...You may want to replace the two crossover pipes of the exhaust system too, especially if yours are original. Much easier now! Stuart MacMillan...
• Re: Time for a clutch? NOW coolant leak+
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Sat, 11 Jan 2003 00:48:42 EST
  ...I noticed the coolant was low and then found the 8mm(?) hose from the bleeder valve to the crossover pipe on the 1.9L...
• AW: '82 Jetta conversion exhaust
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 13 Aug 2002 00:12:54 -0700
  ...two down pipes into one two inch collector with flange for catalytic converter, converter is on left side of trans. crossover extension to right...
• Re: Gas leaking after filling to the top...84 2wd..
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:54:29 -0700
  ...Just finished doing mine with a crossover pipe from Airhead parts. It's nice to finally be able to top off my tank again...
• Trailer hitch and other Parts for Sale
  Historical mailing list - CC
  Fri, 29 Jun 2001 01:06:47 CDT
  ...Reese trailer hitch; bolts to tow loops. $80 Waterboxer flywheel $50 Exhaust parts-- 1.9 crossover pipes and collector $125, catalytic converter for above...
• More power
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Poole
  Thu, 18 Jan 2007 11:36:31 -0800
  ...071 251 053 E I swapped my US federal exhaust with crossover pipe, EGR and cat with this unit, and the power difference is...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
  Tue, 29 Jan 2008 10:42:32 -0500
  ...In fact, why >> not replace the entire plastic crossover pipe with metal line? I >> don't normally try to out-think the engineers but...
• Re: Ryan - 2 Gas Tank - 1 (seal replacement)
  Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
  Mon, 29 Mar 2010 15:06:50 -0700
  ...without any evidence of > actual leakage/drippage. > > > > I save the old crossover pipe as it was in pretty good shape (same w/ > filler grommet...
• Re: reinstalling gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 10:14:49 -0800
  ...grommets in the tank, the crossover tube to the chassis, > mounted up the tank, then pushed the crossover pipe connectors through > the > grommets. this...
• Re: Fuel Tank Replaced..
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 4 Apr 2016 10:51:49 -0700
  ...The crossover pipe was > completely broken.. > > Now, off to get some frozen yogurt and go shopping at REI for some > camping gear! >
• Re: Water Pump/Thermostat Housing Question
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Sat, 29 Mar 2014 21:42:59 +0000
  ...Getting the crossover pipe bolted in from the water pump under the pulley to the right head was just such a joy! I think...
• Re: New Product - Fuel Tank Crossover Pipe Assy
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 10 Jan 2010 19:19:23 -0800
  ...If anyone else would like a photo of the Breather/Crossover, please pmail and I will reply with it. Thanks -- Jim Thompson 84 GL...
• Re: Fuel Tank Replaced..
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Mon, 4 Apr 2016 09:28:34 -0700
  ...The crossover pipe was >> > completely broken.. >> > >> > Now, off to get some frozen yogurt and go shopping at REI for some >> camping >> > gear! >> > >> >
• Re: 85 coolant hard lines
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Fri, 8 Oct 2004 02:13:21 -0500
  ...While out, I coated the entire top withWurth Rust Blaster, a POR-15 type product., renewed the crossover pipe, gaskets and vent lines. Also...
• 2.1L Vanagon Cooling - Philosophical Design question
  Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
  Thu, 5 Oct 2006 17:12:33 -0400
  ...So it goes through the crossover pipe to the manifold on the right side of the engine bay, then up front to the radiator...
• Re: Cold blooded
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Wed, 25 Feb 1998 23:15:11 -0500
  ...The engine will get warm to the touch, but the "crossover pipes" > stay cold, and the heater blows cold air. The only thing I...
• Re: New Product - Fuel Tank Crossover Pipe Assy
  Historical mailing list - Greg S
  Sun, 10 Jan 2010 21:58:57 -0500
  ...Not a cheap > >> looking > >> part with just two "funky" "make-do" nylon fittings and "quasi-rubber" > >> crossover hose that has been available elsewhere. The...
• Re: Gas Vapors
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 May 2011 18:58:13 -0400
  ...Gas Vapors A year ago my mechanic and I removed my new gas tank and installed the crossover pipe and a seal kit with...
• Re: Update: Bad Valve Issues/Question, Opinion sought.
  Historical mailing list - Ed Sato
  Sat, 28 Sep 2002 15:23:22 -1000
  ...Any other > suggestions? > >> Currently the EGR connection on the crossover pipe is rusted out > so the > >> exhaust is not complete sealed. Would this make...
• Re: Replacing Gas Tank Cross-Over Pipe on 84
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Heidcamp
  Fri, 26 Jul 2002 12:14:29 -0500
  ...the crossover = pipe.) 9. Use hands and/or small pry bar to pop out the plastic fittings on = the cross-over pipe that go...
• Re: 2.1 WBX stumbles after hot restart; vapor lock?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:32:49 -0400
  ...I have all the vent lines disconnected; I admit I was a bit surprised that the filler pipe is just a friction fit in...
• Re: Calif Smog Issues
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 11:31:48 -0700
  ...I've got my O2 sensor installed in the "J" > bend of the > crossover > pipe, shortly after the connection to the left-side > heat...
• Re: Gas line double check needed
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 24 Aug 2016 20:33:19 -0700
  ...The remaining forward hose at each tank connects to the crossover pipe on tank. If you had occasion to work with someone while viewing...
• Re: Where's my fuel tank leaking from?!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 8 Apr 2010 16:40:01 -0700
  ...vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > When replacing the crossover pipe seals, it's WAY easier to install the > grommet (seal) into the hole first, then...
• Re: O2 Sensor in Catalytic Converter - Correct model for each FI system ?
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 17:47:12 -0500
  ...I recently had an O2 sensor bung installed on the crossover pipe on my air cooled 82 Westy so that I could set the...
• Re: '80 ac vangon exhaust
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 20 Apr 2005 18:41:17 -0400
  ...1) The crossover, 2)The Cat, > 3)The muffler, 4)the tail pipe, 5)the hanger bracket, 6)the > heat shield above the muffler...
• Re: gas overflow
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 23 Oct 2002 16:34:57 -0700
  ...The best bet is to replace all the rubber parts and the crossover pipe assembly. I think Ken has a kit all made up...
• Re: Gas leaking after filling to the top...84 2wd..
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:37:37 -0400
  As I have said before, I see no reason that the crossover tube needs to be straight and rigid. It can just as well...
• Re: Gas leaking after filling to the top...84 2wd..
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:49:40 -0600
  ...Keep in mind that the crossover pipe is secured to the body in the middle with a single screw and hook. I bend that...
• Temperature Testing
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Speer
  Wed, 10 Apr 2002 20:02:52 -0500
  ...The crossover pipe and the water pump were always the hot spots at about 190 to 201(pump). The return from the radiator was...