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Subject:Re: HELP: Engine stopped
From:Tyler Hardison
Date:Thu, 7 Jul 2016 10:55:32 -0700

Phillippe,

I too had this issue.

The problem is likely vapor lock caused by clogged fuel filter or possibly
the pressure regulator.

Look under the van on the passenger side for the fuel filter(s). If you
have two, you can eliminate the front square filter.

--t

On Thu, Jul 7, 2016 at 10:48 AM, Fuzzy :philippe <fuzzmeister@gmail.com>
wrote:

> I don't post here often but I'm hoping you guys can help.
>
> I have an '87 2.1L Vanagon GL
>
> I drive it, and suddenly the engine stops and won't restart for about
> 10min. Then it starts and runs for a few minutes and dies again.
>
> Thoughts? I'm on the road with basic tools and multimeter, but I haven't
> done this sort of diagnostic before. I could use a short talk on the phone
> with anyone who can help. I also have the servicing manual but these books
> assume basic knowledge of such engines, which I don't.
>
> A quick text to 415-505-0786 would be awesome!
>
> Thanks so much,
> Philippe
>