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• Catalytic Converter
  Historical mailing list - James Rasmussen
  Sun, 10 May 1998 11:52:29 -0700
  What are the signs that your catalytic converter is going bad? Just changed O2 sensor and I am wondering if converter sustained any damage...
• Catalytic converter question...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 13:18:56 -0700
  Can anyone tell me why the catalytic converter on air-cooled, California vans is unique from that of 49-state versions? I realize that...
• Torque converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 3 Feb 2020 21:56:56 +0000
  In need of a torque converter for Vanagon. Anyone have a converter or auto trans they want to partwith? Thanks, Dennis
• VW cat converter : 2 or 3 way?
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Thu, 25 Jan 2001 23:06:28 -0500
  Hello Volks I am trying to determine if the VW cat converter is a 2 way or a 3 way converter. The 3 way...
• Re: Used working catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 2 Sep 2014 21:32:17 -0400
  ...A used catalytic converter is not a new aftermarket catalytic converter, or a replacement part as defined below. This prohibition does not apply to...
• Re: Need Exhaust Part Number
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Fri, 8 Aug 2003 21:23:26 -0600
  ...The flanges matched the ones on the converter. Now I have a choice of running with or without a converter. I almost always run...
• Re: Catalytic Converter Clogged ?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 19:44:18 -0700
  Classic symptoms of a broken catalytic converter. It'll only get worse over time. Either replace the catalytic converter or try to knock the...
• Re: Rattle in catalytic converter? 88 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 17 Jan 2006 17:25:30 -0500
  ...tests.To remove the converter, remove the muffler/tailpipe/converter/j-pipe all as one unit.Pull the converter while this assembelly is on...
• Re: loses power on hills
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 28 Apr 1996 02:29:39 -0400
  In a message dated 96-04-27 23:12:48 EDT, you write: > >Thanks again! We kinda of suspeted a converter problem. It started...
• Rust Converter
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Tue, 1 Mar 2005 22:44:07 -0500
  with all this talk about repairing rust and using rust converter i thought i would look up how rust converters work. its a pretty...
• Re: Catalytic Converter Clogged ?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 23:02:52 -0400
  ...Catalytic Converter Clogged ? > Classic symptoms of a broken catalytic converter. It'll only get worse over > time. Either replace the catalytic converter or try...
• Re: Used working catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Wed, 3 Sep 2014 00:12:37 -0400
  ...A used catalytic converter is not a new aftermarket catalytic > converter, or a replacement part as defined below. This prohibition does > not apply to...
• torque converter won't fit
  Historical mailing list - Jeff and Tamara Nelson
  Tue, 5 Jun 2001 20:30:56 -0600
  Does anyone know if there are different torque converters for the vanagon? I'm trying to mount my new torque converter to a TIICO...
• Re: plugged catalytic converter on 1.9 wbx
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 20 May 2007 16:11:46 -0700
  ...Shake all the catalytic converter pieces out. Put it back on. Jim On May 20, 2007, at 9:35 AM, George Thorburn wrote: > If...
• Copy of: Catalytic Converter Failure
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL R. PLICKYS
  05 Dec 94 22:31:16 EST
  ...I rapped the converter with a hammer and could hear somthing moving inside. Upon removal of the converter, I discovered that the entire core...
• Re: Source for Torque Converter?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 1 Jan 2005 13:40:14 -0800
  Rico, I sell rebuilt torque converters for $115/exchange ($50 core charge), plus shipping. Cheers, Jeff www.vanagonparts.com -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing...
• Re: VW cat converter : 2 or 3 way?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 25 Jan 2001 23:35:59 -0500
  ...VW cat converter : 2 or 3 way? Hello Volks I am trying to determine if the VW cat converter is a 2 way or...
• Catalytic converter replacement...
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Mon, 22 May 2000 17:26:53 -0700
  My recently acquired '87 Westfalia failed it's smog test because the converter no longer "converts." This is according to my smog technician. My...
• Re: Give me some feedback here!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Benoit
  Sat, 29 Oct 2005 00:12:48 -0400
  ...New plate, bad T-converter and pump bushing... second failure.... now me! good plate and new converter but a worn seal (done with the...
• Re: cleaning out torque converter
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Wed, 31 Mar 2004 14:28:21 -0500
  Rick the last time I had a converter leak it was cracked at the goose neck that the seal rides on at the radius...
• Re: Internal Debate
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 18:45:29 -0400
  ...Most torque converters have to be properly seated to engage the oil pump drive. If the converter is not fully seated and you try...
• Catalytic Converter Failure
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL R. PLICKYS
  05 Dec 94 22:17:02 EST
  ...I rapped the converter with a hammer and could hear somthing moving inside. Upon removal of the converter, I discovered that the entire core...
• Re: VW cat converter : 2 or 3 way?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 27 Jan 2001 12:41:56 -0600
  Gary McEachern wrote: > Hello Volks > I am trying to determine if the VW cat converter is a 2 way or a 3 way > converter...
• plugged catalytic converter on 1.9 wbx
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Sun, 20 May 2007 10:35:14 -0600
  About a month ago there was some discussion about plugged converters. A week or two ago I noticed a "tink, tink, tink" noise when...
• Re: Blown Torque Converter Seal....a common problem???
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 14 Nov 2002 22:24:29 -0500
  The torque converter seals themselves rarely go bad. Leakage is often caused by a bad torque converter mounting bushing and/or an mount-alignment...
• Power Converters RV, RV Battery chargers from Progressive Dynamics
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Thu, 23 Jun 2005 23:55:04 -0500
  ...These power converter's are available in plenty of popular RV/ Marine internet shopping area's of your choosing. http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts...
• Re: Catalytic converter question...
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 18:28:03 -0700
  When I bought a catalytic converter for my California model '81 from Ron, I didn't know there was any difference in requirements between...
• Re: Catalytic Converter Clogged ?
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 23:12:42 -0400
  ...Catalytic Converter Clogged ? > > > > Classic symptoms of a broken catalytic converter. It'll only get worse > over > > time. Either replace the catalytic converter or try...
• Re: Catalytic converter question...
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 19:36:35 -0400
  > Can anyone tell me why the catalytic converter on air-cooled, California > vans is unique from that of 49-state versions? I realize that...
• Re: torque converter carrier plate
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 22:54:53 -0400
  ...torque converter carrier plate > > Hello, fellow listees, looking for a torque converter carrier plate, > or flex flate, for my van. Apparently it cracked in...
• Source for Torque Converter?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
  Sat, 1 Jan 2005 12:04:02 EST
  Does anyone have any leads for a source for a torque converter for an 84 Vanagon? Gossett VW in Memphis wants more than $500...
• Re: Catalytic Converter Clogged ?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 21:23:50 -0700
  I easily passed emissions in Phoenix for several years with a gutted converter on a 1.9l. Not making a recommendation, but . . . Karl Wolz...
• Re: Used working catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Tue, 2 Sep 2014 18:43:31 -1000
  ...A used catalytic converter is not a new aftermarket catalytic >> converter, or a replacement part as defined below. This prohibition does >> not apply to...
• Re: Catalytic conveters
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sat, 11 May 2013 06:14:09 -0700
  In California, the current CARB requirements require a converter which must be approved for the VEHICLE make and model, not just for a group...
• auto trans questions
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Haagensen
  Mon, 26 Feb 2007 15:53:48 -0800
  ...The engine was seized so I could not remove the 3 torque converter bolts. I slid the engine and torque converter off the transmission...
• Re: Power Converters RV, RV Battery chargers from Progressive Dynamics
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 24 Jun 2005 06:00:12 -0400
  http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/rv-converters/55-8805.htm These converter chargers combined with the charge wizard are fantastic. I had the 80...
• Re: Internal 115V power
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 08:52:24 -0800
  ...I will use my 120 watt converter to power fluorescent light in my Westy. I can power several of them with one converter. David...
• Need torque converter
  Historical mailing list - patrick
  Sun, 6 Jun 2004 21:06:54 -0500
  As the heading says, I need a torque converter for an 85 vanagon gl automatic. The torque converter must have a Z stamp and...
• FA: Catalytic converter straight pipe
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
  Wed, 31 Aug 2005 21:35:47 -0400
  Hi, I'm auctioning off a brand new catalytic converter straight pipe (bypass). I bought it for my van but never got around to...
• Re: Torque Converter
  Historical mailing list - kathy jacobs
  Mon, 31 Jul 2000 17:16:54 -0400
  What he actually needs to know is repair sleeve is above the torque converter hub about a 3/4 in. Does that need to...
• Re: Catalytic converter replacement...
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 22 May 2000 21:27:23 -0400
  > I have ordered a new converter from Discount Converter.com. This is a > direct-fit, not a universal, so it should bolt right in...
• converter inerts was Re: Ceramic Coat Catalytic Converter?
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Wed, 16 Nov 2005 16:57:41 -0500
  Mark wrote: > Wil, > > Last I heard they were still using platinum inside catalytic converters, not titanium. > Mark T. mentioned to me that my mention...
• Re: Converter and muffler instalation
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Sat, 2 Oct 1999 00:01:15 -0400
  ...Converter and muffler instalation > > > > Fellows and Fellaws: > > > > I just received a Cat converter and muffler for my '84 Westfalia from > > BusDepot.com (thanks to...
• Re: Catalytic Converter Clogged ?
  Historical mailing list - Aerowolf
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 23:11:12 -0500
  Be aware that the catalytic converter is an integral part of the emissions control system, so if you need to get your vehicle emissions...
• Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:55:19 -0600
  Bostig conversion- Ford motor- catalytic converter. No problems!
• torque converter carrier plate
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 18:18:01 -0400
  Hello, fellow listees, looking for a torque converter carrier plate, or flex flate, for my van. Apparently it cracked in the middle, since the...
• Re: torque converter carrier plate
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 21:08:54 -0400
  ...torque converter carrier plate Hello, fellow listees, looking for a torque converter carrier plate, or flex flate, for my van. Apparently it cracked in...
• Installing a 1000W converter
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Turmel
  Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:59:26 -0400
  Hi, I want to isntall a 1000W converter from my Optima yellow top. In the instructions they say to put a 150ADC fuse between...
• Question for the catalytic converter experts
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 15:49:40 -0700
  ...For my Federal vehicle I purchased and installed a Bus Depot exhaust crossover pipe and water-cooled catalytic converter and muffler. (For anybody contemplating...
• Re: Converter thieves pass me by
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:35:20 -0400
  ...during recent years have led to a large increase in theft incidents of the converter,_[22]_ (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catalytic_converter#cite...
• Re: Used working catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 3 Sep 2014 01:32:00 -0400
  ...Used working catalytic converter These guys sell EPA certified recycled converters. They even have a distributor in Plainview NY. http://www.brownrecycling.com/reman...
• Re: Used working catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Tue, 2 Sep 2014 23:53:40 -0500
  These guys sell EPA certified recycled converters. They even have a distributor in Plainview NY. http://www.brownrecycling.com/reman/index.html Here is...
• Re: Indications of a clogged catalytic converter
  Historical mailing list - Don Gibbons
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 15:19:00 -0400
  A clogged converter will be clogged all the time not just when hot. Sure the O2 sensor will go kinda weird with the converter...
• Catalytic Converter Clogged ?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 22:32:17 -0400
  Hello I suspect my catalytic converter is blocked up because of the following symptoms : (1) the van recently blew a hole through the "j...
• Re: seam rust
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Sat, 13 Sep 2014 06:49:56 -0700
  So while running errands yesterday I stopped at the hardware store to look for rust converter. They had two different brands of brush on...
• Re: Auto tranny torque converter
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Mon, 9 Feb 2004 16:47:27 -0800
  ...rebuilt torque converter - $127.50/exchange, rebuildable auto tranny - $175. Cheers, Jeff www.vanagonparts.com -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry...
• Re: Removal of cat converter
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sun, 14 Oct 2001 22:46:38 -0500
  Hi, From what I've heard it's fairly easy to knock the material out from inside the converter. That way you can still...
• Re: Rust Converter
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Wed, 2 Mar 2005 15:59:53 -0500
  The first rust-converter I tried was called Neutra-Rust, I used it to treat a three-inch rust-bubble on the edge of...
• cleaning out torque converter
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Wed, 31 Mar 2004 13:03:53 -0500
  Hi all, I need to clean out a used torque converter and possibly install a new bushing and oil seal in it. I'm...
• Re: Torque Converter Questin
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Jan 2003 08:26:33 -0500
  I hate to think at how much the dealer charged for a new (rebuilt) torque converter. Was it really new? Torque converters do go...