The distinction I want to impart with my use of the term "delay" is
that the engine isn't missing or misfiring in any way, it's as if the
engine remains in idle mode for a second or two after the throttle is
depressed--this is a safety issue more than anything else (pulling out
in front of cross traffic).  I've owned  an '88, an '80 and an '82
diesel Vanagon and none of these exhibited similar behavior.  I
suspect maybe the airflow meter flap is sticking.

BTW:  With this list, when I hit the reply button in Gmail, the reply
address loads up the individual's email addy rather than the list
addy.  Is that normal behavior for this list?  I belong to a couple of
Mercedes lists, but replies are automatically sent to the list.

On 5/4/05, -- Dan Roberts <danielcroberts@aol.com> wrote:
> I do not see a differnce between a delayed throttle response and a
> hesitation. I have a 1989 GL Westy camper with a 2.1. It does heitate for a
> fraction of a second in first gear from a dead stop. Other List members
> describe similar experience with Vanagons. I no longer notice although I
> remeber adjusting my driving to take into account this delayed response from
> the motor. I make this adjustment in my driving but no longer have to think
> about it.
> 
> Maybe yours is a longer delay for reasons I couldn't explain. Otherwise I'm
> guessing you will no longer consider this delay as much of a problem after
> you've driven your van for several weeks. Good luck and welcome to the List.
> Dan
> 89 Westy 4 speed

Casey
Biodiesel:
'87 300TD intercooler (205k) 
'84 300D (200k)
Gasser:
'89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (183k)
Olympia, WA