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• Re: '88 GL intermittent ignition miss (second update)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Mon, 25 Nov 2013 18:31:36 -0800
  ...you may find it interesting to find out there are two kinds of 'key on' power that come out of the ignition switch. '15...
• 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: Vacuum gauge readings
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 26 Oct 2014 22:36:18 -0400
  ...I've verified the ignition timing at 35 degrees BTDC @ 3000 RPM with the temp sensors connected. The engine runs perfectly and makes as...
• Re: DEAD in my garage on New Year's Day
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sun, 2 Jan 2000 16:56:04 -0500
  ...Heavy loading of the cap/rotor > >contacts and the center carbon are evidence of an ignition module problem, > >typically. > > > Also typical of Ignition Module...
• 85 wbx 1.9 miss at idle
  Historical mailing list - Erin Randolph
  Fri, 16 Jan 2004 18:12:23 -0800
  ...wires (seems to get good spark on all wires) new ignition coil checked timing and adjusted 5 ATDC new fuel pump new fuel filter...
• Re: Motor Theory For Dummies
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Hart
  Mon, 8 Dec 1997 02:14:38 -0700
  ...time(valve timing or diesel pump timing) and a source of ignition has to be applied at the right time(ignition timing) to initiate...
• Re: DJ Compression Ratio
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:35:46 -0500
  ...what is about the right timing for all >> rpm's, loads etc. - without a feedback knock sensor >> ..........Ignition Timing Curve is just like A...
• Re: Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 16:47:14 -0500
  ...Even put in new ignition wires because >>> testing them with a timing light can be faulty. My Shoebox Electronic >> gizmo >>> shows the ECU fuel...
• Re: Won't Start
  Historical mailing list - frank
  Tue, 21 Jun 2005 11:21:34 -0400
  ...It almost > seems like a timing issue. Can the timing belt/chain go out > gradually? I always thought they just snapped. Is there any...
• Help! with misfire on 81 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Myron Lind
  Fri, 24 Mar 2000 11:04:42 -0500
  ...I also installed a Pertronics breakerless ignition module. The van is very sluggish and I have a lot of mis-firing, especially in the...
• Re: Engine Shudders -2.1L WBX.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 24 Sep 2014 19:23:09 -0700
  ...I checked with an induction timing light the firing of each ignition wire up 2500 rpm. Each was good. Yet it still shudders on...
• 86' Westfalia Ignition Timing... HELP!
  Historical mailing list - Barry Rokusek
  Thu, 6 Jun 2002 22:47:38 EDT
  ...I'd appreciate some instruction on how to properly set the timing. Do I need to take it to VW to have it hooked...
• Re: ignition? injection?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 5 Jan 2003 11:32:23 -0500
  ...A clamp on timing light is an easy, non invasive tool if you have one. If no spark I would suspect the hall effect...
• Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
  Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
  Sun, 3 Jul 2016 13:27:09 -0700
  ...On 7/3/2016 8:53 AM, OlRivrRat wrote: > Adjusting the Ignition Timing of a NA ICE to Spec' for the Atmospheric Equivalent > > of...
• Vangon fired over
  Historical mailing list - Koloski, John G.
  Wed, 6 Dec 2000 12:52:33 -0500
  ...Is this OK? I haven't done the inital timing because I figured it had to have some sort of ignition timing done when...
• Re: Won't Start
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 21 Jun 2005 10:43:50 -0400
  ...It almost seems >like a timing issue. Can the timing belt/chain go out gradually? I >always thought they just snapped. Is there any...
• Re: Go Westy tune up kit
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 11 Aug 2011 11:20:56 -0700
  ...http://www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/ignition-wire-set/ignition-wire-set-bosch-09180 The advantage of the pin-only style wires is...
• Re: Advice on Spare 2.1
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 May 2010 00:03:07 -0400
  ...It can be easily integrated into a 1.9 to eliminate that almost useless advance the ignition timing before it stalls stabilizer and the...
• Re: water injection
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  18 Jul 1995 09:27:27 -0700
  ...Since it contributed to reducing pre-ignition, you could advance the timing to get better power and economy. Don't know if they are...
• Re: 1.9ltr Vanagon timing help needed.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:34:09 -0400
  Ken, The stock ignition timing is there for number reasons mostly related to emissions. Yes the proper timing lacks some part throttle response but...
• Re: Tips on passing emissions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 18:59:03 -0700
  ...overfilling, worn guides, or intake valve stem seals > missing. > Improperly adjusted ignition timing, (over advanced)causing throttle to be > too far closed, insufficient air...
• Lucky me! (camp-side fuel line repair)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 12:06:20 -0700
  ...Marked dist as it was before messing with timing. Figured it out and found that timing was where it should be. I turned the...
• Re: Ignition screw ups
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 17:59:08 -0800
  ...Swap > them with stock points and it still runs like crap although not misfiring > (can tell by timing light). Just can't get the...
• Re: Failed emissions for third time
  Historical mailing list - Project Pat
  Fri, 19 Jul 2013 16:42:02 -0400
  ...How old are your plugs and ignition components? Did you do a spark intensity test? Compression test? Lots of stuff to tinker with on...
• Re: hot chip
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 20 Sep 2006 08:50:07 -0700
  ...Either way, I don't see a 10 % power increase from ignition timing and injection changes. Save that money and put it toward your...
• Re: The "syndrome" solutions
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Sun, 12 Sep 2004 18:54:42 -0700
  ...How can the hall sensor fail and the engine still run? You will lost ignition or the timing be all over the place in...
• '71 Westy won't start
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Jul 1996 22:24:53 -0400
  ...I know my timing is off because I'm such a rookie I was trying to gap the cam follower rather than the contact...
• Re: Start-Stop Syndrome Returns
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:44:57 -0400
  ...You know that you have an ignition timing pulse because it's getting to the ignition driver module, but it also has to get...
• Re: Hall sender + ignition control unit electronics
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:06:01 -0700
  In general, the Ignition Module (ICU) on 80-85 models (the one on the left engine wall) is a sealed unit, so repair of...
• 81 Vanagon Type 4 Motor Timing
  Historical mailing list - Geoffrey Toye
  Wed, 8 Apr 2020 09:36:58 -0400
  ...I would like to replace the points and advance the timing. The problem is that I cannot advance the timing because the vacuum can...
• Re: 2.1 heads
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:15:49 -0700
  ...or............and this would not be impossible for a half clever electronics wiz to adapt - Knock Sensor Ignition. And the timing has been moved...
• Re: TIICo timing issues
  Historical mailing list - Damian Shaw
  Wed, 29 Aug 2001 14:54:55 -0600
  ...I don't like either of those so I would be swapping that stuff to genuine Bosch if the ignition continues to give you...
• Re: price for a tune-up
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 11 Feb 2004 21:47:51 -0600
  ...Considering that a tune up can be anything from setting the timing and replacing the plugs to replacing every part of the ignition and...
• Re: Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - John Clavin
  Sat, 12 Jan 2002 14:04:40 -0600
  ...Isn't he primary purpose to provide for better ignition timing control which results in a smoother running engine, hence more torque? Are you...
• High RPM Misfire
  Historical mailing list - Gary Basey
  Sun, 19 Sep 1999 22:26:28 -0500
  ...cleaned and adjusted AFM 4) new temp II sensor 5) set ignition timing 6) cleaned and checked all grounds Some additional information: The problem...
• first clue your mechanic doesn't have a clue
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Tue, 5 Apr 2005 12:09:02 -0400
  ...start It could be a problem with your timing belt, battery, fuel pump or relay, ignition module or your crank/cam angle sensor. Roll...
• Re: VERY hot exhaust issues
  Historical mailing list - Rick Sherrod
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 22:07:28 -0400
  ...If you don't see a problem with the trigger cage you need to check the ignition timing. Rick Sherrod Macon, GA www.teutonix...
• Re: Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 16:49:19 -0500
  ...Even put in new ignition wires because >>> testing them with a timing light can be faulty. My Shoebox Electronic >> gizmo >>> shows the ECU fuel...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 23:42:04 -0600
  ...The ignition spark is by >>> definition according to engine position and the fuel injectors fire >>> based on the same triggering event that the ignition...
• Re: Trouble with '85 1.9l wasserboxer in Europe
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 23 May 2008 08:35:32 -0700
  ...It might be something difficult but its more likely water in the gas or over-advanced timing. Is the distributor tight in its hole...
• 85 Westfalia Weekender fails Evap test.
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 15:02:27 -0700
  ...Complete ignition tune up and timing. I've also got an air-flow meter ordered as the one on the bus has been "compromised...
• Re: Propane power...anyone know about that?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 23 Aug 2010 03:13:56 -0400
  ...Five years ago and earlier, an electronic ignition modifier was available from DualCurve (now MSD) that electronically generated an advanced timing curve using the...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Fedak VE3SMF
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 14:35:44 -0800
  ...the fuel system and ignition system and provides both the actuation signal for the fuel injectors and optimum ignition timing point for all engine...
• Re: New Starter - Works, but no start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Mon, 21 Oct 2013 21:28:14 -0700
  ...fuel, ignition, timing, compression . Did the air intake boot come undone ? Did anyone LOOK where the work was just done ? I always take off...
• Re: Im an idiot
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Wed, 30 Aug 2000 17:23:55 -0700
  ...If your '81 vanagon is originally from California, it will have electronic ignition, in which case you only have a cap and rotor as...
• Re: Boston Bob Engine - Follow Up
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Sat, 11 Aug 2001 19:20:10 EDT
  ...Never saw a vehicle with proper valve and ignition timing draw less than 15 inches at sea level. Just a comment for what it...
• Re: ATTN: 80-83 Owners
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Apr 2003 09:05:20 -0400
  ...Namely, timing, points or electronic ignition, etc etc. Paul
• Re: smog check, passed, but high NO
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 9 Jun 2005 00:01:44 -0400
  Bad Catalytic converter, over advanced ignition timing.. The Vanagon relies heavily on the Cat for Nox reduction as it does not have EGR. Dennis...
• Re: '84 Westy: Does Air Conditioner Boost Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:22:46 -0700
  ...on the 1.9l engines is an electronic module that > advances ignition timing when idle falls below 750 (Federal) or 850 > (California) rpm. But...
• Re: Loss of power - super hot muffler
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Sun, 8 Dec 2002 16:57:05 -0600
  Eric, Did you get the ignition wires back on the correct spark plugs? If not, fuel might not be burning in the cylinder. Instead...
• '81 Vanagon Ignition Weirdness
  Historical mailing list - meta/morph
  Wed, 6 Sep 1995 21:41:51 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I suspect of course that something in the ignition system has gone awry. My vanagon has an electronic ignition system (Bosch L Jetronic according...
• Digifant and Fuel Injection Basic questions(long)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 25 Dec 2008 20:55:52 -0600
  ...Since the Haltech ECU controls the timing, I'm not sure loosening the clamp on the distributor would change timing in the first place...
• Re: Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 10 Jan 2002 01:43:15 -0500
  ...The 1.9l engines have a completely electronic circuit that adjusts timing on-the-fly at low rpm -- with a properly operating idle stabilizer...
• Re: Cold Idle Problem
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 8 Sep 2017 14:49:37 -0400
  ...Digifant does this as well but also of course completely controls ignition timing based on the 5BTDC signal from the distributor. Yrs, d
• Re: 85 1.9 failed smog
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 8 Jun 2004 19:09:35 -0400
  ...Then make sure ignition timing is not over advanced and idle speed near 1,000 rpm. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Screeching noise (distributor)...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 15:52:10 -0800
  ...I also notice a distinct lack of power whenever the noise occurs, also like what might happen if the normal ignition timing advance is...
• Re: SMOG TEST failure
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 19:11:36 -0800
  ...Over advanced >> ignition timing will also add to this as the advance timing will require >> much less air and fuel to maintain a low...
• Re: Stupic Ignorant Question
  Historical mailing list - Richard Schmittdiel
  Tue, 25 Feb 1997 17:03:49 -0800
  ...lamp and socket with pigtail leads ala John Muir's static timing light. Place the lamp in series with the lead to be checked...
• Re: Starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Fri, 29 Nov 2002 12:29:54 -0800
  ...These bad boys are responsible for cold start enrichment, ignition timing and idle stabilization during warmup. Cheers, -Jeff '83 Westy '84 Vanagon '85 Vanagon...
• Re: Engine analyzer/tach recco?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:16:46 -0700
  ...you don't need a dwell meter with electronic ignition of course. as for a tachometer... if it's about adjusting idle rpm say...