Hello All,

I am 3 days into my first ever VW, an '82 diesel camper.  It has
215K on the odometer.  PO states engine was rebuilt 70K ago.
After a couple days of driving, the engine does not go back to
idle from higher RPM on its own.  If I brake, the engine will
slow down and idle normally.  I have never owned a diesel vehicle
before, and am eager to learn how to keep it running well.

Can anybody give me a clue about how to remedy the engine
problem?  I am also in need of a service manual of some type.
Any suggestions about what to buy?  I have plenty of backyard
mechanic experience, all with gas engines.

Mike Snow
82 Westy Diesel