Tom,

That's a common problem here in California.  Easy fix... new catalytic
converter.  Believe it or not, check with your local Kragen, AutoZone or
equivalent.  Their prices are about the same as the online vendors (me
included), and you wont have to pay shipping.

Cheers,

Jeff

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf
Of Tom Miller
Sent: Friday, January 30, 2004 10:06 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Failed NOx emission test

Well, my 89 Westy failed the nitrogen oxide emissions.  Over 30% higher than
allowed.  I was told that is typically caused by a stuck EGR valve but these
vehicles don't have one!  High NOx is caused by very high combustion temps.
Should I back off a little on the timing and run premium gas for the next
test or what?  It is all stock now.
Thanks!
Tom Miller

----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard Bias" <rbias@HOTMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, January 30, 2004 10:56 AM
Subject: The 2.1L in NJ...

> All I can say is...  Wow!!
>   I have had 4 quick inquires since I have posted my message.  I am
> overwhelmed...  I will let the list know again if for some strange reason
no
> one ends up taking it.  Thank you for your interest.  I am trying to sell
my
> 85 too.  If you are interested in that (see my post from a few days ago) ,
> please let me know.
>
> Sincerely,
>    Richard F. Bias
>    85 GL "Buba"
>
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