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• Re: Overheating Problem FIXED! Thanks all...
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/3 WBXs
  Sat, 10 Aug 2002 02:00:18 +0000
  Hi Kevin, The previous WBX version(83-85) used an engine management system called Digijet. the Digijet system used an ignition distributor with vacuum...
• Re: No spark ...
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 17 Apr 2011 17:52:39 -0700
  ...http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ignition_system A decent article with LOTS of pretty pictures: http://www.jetav8r.com/Vision/Ignition/CDI.html Read...
• aftermarket ignition systems
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Dec 1995 10:15:00 -0400 (EDT)
  While browsing thru VWTrends and thinking about vgon improvements i came across several aftermarket ignition systems that 'sense' the condition in the cylinder via...
• Re: Splitfire Sparkplugs
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 9 Dec 1995 10:20:05 -0400
  ...The bottom line was that for a vehicle whose ignition system was marginal the splitfires would give a 'noticeable' improvement. For a vehicle whose...
• Re: Ignition? Constant Duty or Constant charge
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Sat, 2 Jun 2001 17:37:22 -0400
  ...Ignition? Constant Duty or Constant charge > > On one of the ignition maps on this haltech FI system, ity has a choice of > "constant duty...
• Re: pointless ignition question
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 06 Jun 1996 11:52:28 -0400 (EDT)
  I've never found my ignition to be pointless. My heating system, yes, but my ignition, no. Maybe if I were a diesel? Eric...
• Re: Overheating Problem FIXED! Thanks all...
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Sat, 10 Aug 2002 14:55:59 -0700
  ...the Digijet system used an ignition > distributor with vacuum devices > that moved components in the distributor to change > the ignition timing. > After that(86...
• Re: Elec Ig and low revs
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Apr 95 11:29:35 EDT
  ...This is not to say that electronic ignitions do not benefit but simply that the margin of improvement is greater for standard systems basically...
• Re: Spare Ignition
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 4 Sep 2010 17:35:31 -0500
  ...It certainly is independent of the ignition, the system that delivers spark to the cylinders. But so far as the ignition switch is concerned...
• Electronic Ignition Questions
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Wed, 8 May 2002 16:10:05 -0500
  I know there is Petronix and other brands of breaker points eliminators - but has anyone modified a VW electronic ignition system to work with...
• WTB: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 13:11:38 -0400
  ...I am looking to buy a complete (or as much as possible) CA fuel injection and ignition system for my 82 Vanagon. I am...
• Hand-held tach use with Digifant
  Historical mailing list - John
  Thu, 20 Jul 2000 23:23:53 -0400
  ...The Digifant system has a unique primary ignition circuit control perhaps similar to the old capacitive discharge systems. While powerful and efficient for ignition...
• Jacobs Compusensor ignition work on aa 2.1?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 04:31:54 -0500
  Since we're hashing around old timey ignition systems, would one of the Jacobs Comusensor systems work with the existing electronics of a 2...
• Re: VW approved engine conversion kit
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 11 May 1999 21:17:24 -0400
  ...The Digifant is a modified Motronic system, while the Digijet is a stock L-Jetronic system which uses conventional vacuum and centrifugal ignition timing...
• CA VW Electronic Ignition questions
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Tue, 29 Oct 2002 10:40:48 -0500
  ...I just received the replacement CA Ignition and FI system (thanks Karl) for my 82 Federal Vanagon and want to test it out. I...
• Re: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 14:14:25 -0700
  ...CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System > > > Hi All: > > I am looking to buy a complete (or as much as possible) CA...
• Re: Allison Ignition still there?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Tue, 12 Jun 2001 11:54:40 EDT
  <<<I've been trying to locate Allison Ignition to get a system for my Westy. Anybody know if they're still out there doing...
• Re: Spare Ignition
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 4 Sep 2010 17:47:11 -0500
  ...It > certainly is independent of the ignition, the system that delivers spark to > the cylinders. But so far as the ignition switch is concerned...
• Re: My Digifant Opinion
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 12:44:18 -0400
  > >The problem with the Digifant is that VW tried to intergrade the >ignition system with the injection system. So if you have a problem...
• Re: subu conversion
  Historical mailing list - steven brendemuehl
  Sat, 1 Nov 2003 15:28:47 -0500
  ...injection system Ignition System Direct ignition system; platinum-tipped spark plugs Engine Management Engine Control Module (ECM) manages fuel injection and ignition systems and...
• Re: signal to 85 Tach.
  Historical mailing list - John H. Fleming
  Mon, 29 Sep 1997 22:05:44 -0400
  ...The ignition system is a breakerless system. It has an igniter, an ignition coil (actually two in one), and the ECU. So I guess...
• Re: Wiring trouble- 1985
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 24 Mar 2014 14:38:44 -0700
  The larger of the two black wires from the ignition switch is the one that powers on the engine related systems in the rear...
• Re: Ignition Cables, unplugging from distributor
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 25 Aug 2012 01:03:50 -0400
  ...Pulling a wire allows a very high voltage to build up in the ignition system, overstressing components in both secondary and primary sides. VW...
• Re: [T2] Distributor for electronic ignition
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 6 Apr 2006 15:26:34 -0700
  ...The SVDA will not work in it's place because of how the Ignition System is used to provide the Tachometer signal to the...
• Ignition? Constant Duty or Constant charge
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 2 Jun 2001 14:21:59 -0500
  On one of the ignition maps on this haltech FI system, ity has a choice of "constant duty" or" Constant Charge" type igniton. Does...
• Re: Turbo power (almost)
  Historical mailing list - Sami Dakhlia
  Sat, 13 Apr 1996 14:58:44 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I also *speculate* that this must be at very high rpm, like 5,400 or 6,000 rpm, where the stock ignition system becomes...
• Re: NVC - Delta Mark Ten
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 5 Dec 2007 07:18:53 -0500
  ...ignition in a 12 volt car, you could use this 6 volt > ignition system on your 12 volt rig, and have electronic ignition ! > The...
• Re: Wire sets from Busdepot 1985 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:02:15 -0400
  ...was an issue at the BD website http://www.busdepot.com/ignition-system/09272oe Dose anyone know what the brand the wires BD sales...
• Re: 1980 Vanagon Ignition
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 02 May 1996 16:33:41 -0700
  It's much better for the ignition system if you wire the stereo to a fuse that has power when the key is off...
• Re: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Tue, 24 Sep 2002 15:09:25 -0400
  ...I am sure it would be cheaper to run a Pertronix (or equivalent ignition) but the OEM system has proved itself over the long...
• Late model VW electronic ignition questions.
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Fri, 1 Nov 2002 21:06:48 -0500
  ...I have three questions about the California electronic ignition system. What ignition wire set should be used? Can the federal Bosch 09171 ignition wires...
• Re: Allison Ignition still there?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 12 Jun 2001 14:00:36 -0500
  ...com writes: > <<<I've been trying to locate Allison Ignition to get a system for my > Westy. > Anybody know if they're still out...
• Re: High beams not working-lighting upgrades!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 21 Nov 2013 09:20:23 -0800
  ...to the fuel injection system wiring and with no fuses involved. In Vanagons the ignition switch powers on the ignition coil. It also turns...
• Re: HELP -- Vanagon won't start
  Historical mailing list - robot .
  Thu, 25 May 2000 16:27:36 PDT
  ...If the starter doesn't turn over, what are you doing in the ignition system? Check all wires down on the starter. There is...
• RPM Tester?
  Historical mailing list - Kay O Fremgen
  Sat, 8 Aug 1998 16:14:02 -0400
  Hello Does anybody know how to hook up a "Optilux motor tester" old fashioned multi tester to an electronic ignition system (Digifant) so I...
• Re: ignition switch and seat
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  8 Nov 1995 09:06:35 -0800
  RE>ignition switch and seat belts 11/8/95 >From: jms@ludwig.att.com I agree with Mark McCulley and Jim Davis that a...
• Re: Electrical System Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Belman
  Mon, 11 Dec 2000 15:14:26 -0500
  Yes, the systems that you say are not working sound much like the systems that would be cut out by the ignition switch during...
• Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
  Historical mailing list - James Cohen
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 11:07:34 -0600
  ...The stock muffler with it's straight through design is probably the LEAST restrictive part of the exhaust system! As for the Jacobs ignition...
• Help!! in big trouble with Jetta GLi ignition system
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 08:15:51 EST
  ...I have never seen such a complicated ignition system before. Are there any experts on the list that could shoot me some pointers or...
• Syncro water proofing
  Historical mailing list - Joe Wagner
  Wed, 27 Aug 1997 15:07:36 -0400
  ...with the air cleaner, maybe they did the same for the ignition system. Mine has regular wires and cap etc. Anyone own a Syncro...
• Re: Turbo Muffler, Jacobs Ign, Snake Oil
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 13:39:51 EDT
  ...that ever since the start of the catalytic > converter era, engine designers have been FORCED to include high-energy, > solid-state ignition systems on...
• Wiring trouble- 1985
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Mon, 24 Mar 2014 15:02:51 -0600
  ...I get power to the lights and stereo and starter but still can not any power to the fuel pump or ignition system. I...
• Re: My Digifant Opinion
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 11:22:24 -0600
  ...This is used to try to separate the ignition and > fuel systems. I am not a huge fan on the DigifantII but it is...
• priority start battery system
  Historical mailing list - Paul Mayfield
  Fri, 21 Dec 2001 12:31:13 +0000
  ...electromechanical system (handles 1000 cranking amps) that constantly monitors the vehicle's electrical systems and battery power level. If, when the vehicle ignition is...
• Re: bosch blue
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 08:43:44 -0400
  Unless there is more than one "Blue" version, this coil is designed for a point ignition system and the coil has a built in...
• Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 15:09:52 -0400
  ...Unless the >engine's ignition system is malfunctioning, this unit won't add any extra >performance either > >James
• Re: My Westy abandoned me for the second time this year :(
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 2 Jun 2001 10:29:27 EDT
  ...Your dealer mechanics should be able to troubleshoot your ignition system from the Bentley Manual (they better have one) in a matter of minutes...
• Allison Ignition still there?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 11 Jun 2001 23:47:18 -0500
  I've been trying to locate Allison Ignition to get a system for my Westy. Anybody know if they're still out there doing...
• wrong ignition coil.
  Historical mailing list - Ed.
  Wed, 22 Nov 1995 12:27:00 EDT
  ...how will this affect my preformance? what about distroying other parts of the ignition system? how much should i expect to pay and what...
• Re: How Long Does it Take Your Van to Warm up? Cont.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 24 Apr 2005 11:19:35 -0400
  What else besides the harness did you swap? The 84 and 87 have drastically different fuel injection and ignition components. The 84 system, is...
• Re: [T2] Distributor for electronic ignition
  Historical mailing list - Mike Jeffrey
  Thu, 6 Apr 2006 16:05:48 -0700
  ...The SVDA will not > work in it's place because of how the Ignition System is used to provide the > Tachometer signal to the...
• Re: Regular maintenance list-contributions.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 18 Sep 2003 21:50:01 -0500
  ...damage - check fuel system for leaks - check crankcase ventilation system - check EGR system (except California models) - check ignition system (ignition wires, distributor cap, rotor...
• Re: start - won't sart - solution
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 21:24:19 -0700
  ...The ignition coil is driven by the ECU directly. The earlier 1.9 Digijet system has a separate ignition module that does most of...
• Points s*ck: was 80 Vangon Mystery Part
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 15:00:10 -0500
  ...I love out "ignitor" ignition thing, and I love my diesel for the fact you don't have to play with the ignition system...
• Re: Help!! in big trouble with Jetta GLi ignition system
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 10:59:32 -0800
  ...Help!! in big trouble with Jetta GLi ignition system Hi group! This may not be specifically Vanagon related but I know some people have...
• Re: Flat 4 towing 85 GL
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Fri, 18 Feb 2005 21:30:12 -0600
  To keep the ignition lock from engaging while your van is being towed, simply leave the key at the indent between off and "run...
• Re: Hand-held tach use with Digifant
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sat, 22 Jul 2000 21:46:37 EDT
  ...While >powerful >and efficient for ignition performance, the Digifant system dynamics >are >such that conventional hand-held tachometers cannot read the RPM >correctly. This...
• Re: F.I. and Pertronix Ignition?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 5 Aug 1998 22:22:49 -0700
  ...points) then it is worth while to get a fancy ignition system. Another word of warning. Do not use a high energy coil on...
• Igntion coil failure
  Historical mailing list - John
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 17:25:36 -0400
  Has anyone experienced ignition coil failure on a 2.1L Digifant system? I've had two on two different vehicles. Initially the engine misses...
• Re: Non-stock ignition coils/plugs?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 10 Jan 2007 00:09:36 -0500
  ...The Vanagon ignition for both Digijet and Digifant need the factory coil. These systems vary the dwell depending on engine speed to maintain a...