My question is if the alternator fails on a vanagon can you keep the
engine running assuming you don't need headlights or any other accesories?
I know that on some cars the EFI uses electricity so if the alternator
goes you have a limited amount of time before there is'nt enough
electricity to to run these critical engine electrical systms.  If you
can't run the engine without proper voltage does anyone know what the
electrical draw is of the vanagon engine, ie how long can you go before
having to get a tow or switch to your alternate battery (if you have
one).  Recently on a long trip my alternator stopped working.  I was able
to drive but when i stopped for gas and tried to start it again there
was'nt enough juice for the starter.  I used my auxillary battery to
jumpstart the van and was on my way.

Thanks,
Andrew Fox
86 Westy
Ft. Collins CO