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• Re: Starter/ground mystery-88 GL 4sp
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 11 Jan 2011 11:40:19 -0500
  ...battery terminal, bypassing > the chassis ground? Seems like a win for all systems (starter, FI, etc) > > Hope you're all well, > > Matt Sutton > 78...
• Re: Flat 4 towing 85 GL
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 18 Feb 2005 19:52:59 -0700
  ...there were no auxiliary brakes.I have since > purchased a Braking system that sits in the cab of the Vanagon and > applies the brakes...
• Re: Haynes Techbook Recommend
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 15 Oct 2010 19:51:16 -0700
  ...The examples seem to circle around North American made cars, but >> do >> include VW, Volvo, BMW's use of various Bosch systems. >> >> Seems like...
• Re: Distributor Swap and Timing Issues - 88 GL with 2.1WBX
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 15:59:12 -0600
  ...if there's fuel for it ..and the starter and battery work...it'll > function with almost no electrical systems working. > > A diesel vanagon...
• Re: What water boxer to replace my 1.9?
  Historical mailing list - David Boan
  Mon, 5 Aug 2019 18:02:31 +0000
  ...from your 1.9 or did you update the cooling system, ECU, fuel injection. I take it your van is a Standard. Mine is...
• My Vanagon: Trouble in Paradise ?
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 21:10:36 -0800
  ...Is there some acid built up on the fuel combustion that is pickling the exhaust system? It has never failed a smog test yet...
• 90 westy rolled : pics : input?
  Historical mailing list - chris
  Tue, 6 Jun 2006 02:24:27 -0700
  ...the brakes were one year old and the entire cooling system and fuel system were replaced in the last 3 months. All paper work...
• Re: my first cooling system scare
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:04:58 -0800
  ...There are hundreds of watercooled vanagons running too cool, wasting fuel, and wearing out their engines faster this very moment. It's very common...
• Re: Electric Water Pump
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:54:19 -0800
  ...Corrosion gets to a lot of cooling system parts all right ! I've seen cast aluminum hose connection points on diesel vanagon water pump...
• Re: Confessions of a Emissions Passer
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Wed, 23 May 2001 10:15:58 -0400
  ...I had originally thought that the digifant ignition system was like the new Ford systems where you didn't need to adjust the timing...
• Re: Dying FI/Chargin 6V/cold/cold/cold
  Historical mailing list - Erik Soule
  Mon, 6 Feb 1995 14:21:32 -0800
  ...It turned out to be a poor electrical contact on one of the fuel injectors. These babies require a solid, low resistance contact. If...
• Re: Propane fired airconditioning
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Mon, 24 Jul 2006 15:36:05 -0700
  ...But because the system is still in a sense 'undercharged', it is very sensitive to leaks. A typical R12 system is actually 'overcharged' in...
• Re: Fwd: Re: gas odor in engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:15:38 -0800
  ...fuel hoses are 6 months old and NOT > showing any signs of leaking > > > > firewall fitting ok and showing no signs of > leaking also hose...
• Need opinions on exhaust work... 86 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - William A. Killian
  Wed, 8 Jul 1998 21:02:25 -0400
  ...He used the "wrong" gaskets and hangers for the exhaust system. Well very soon after we got the van the exhaust pipe "broke" (between...
• Vanagon keys-a little more discussion
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Sat, 29 Apr 2000 00:07:21 -0500
  ...retainer, and I'm not comfortable doing that on a sealed fuel system component. As far as the winter freezing, WD40 is an excellent...
• Well blow me down!
  Historical mailing list - Jessica Evans
  Wed, 20 Nov 2002 14:53:48 -0800
  ...new belts, a fuel injection tuneup (it hesitates) and some coolant system work (there are some little leaks/seeps) all of which is being...
• Re: It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
  Historical mailing list - T.M.
  Thu, 6 Sep 2007 22:47:46 -0400
  ...If not, it's either a problem with your system or the ISCU is tied to the fuel pump relay and not to the...
• Re: Update on the Haltech ECU Hassles
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Mon, 1 Dec 2008 23:48:42 -0500
  ...It's really interesting to see people on the list working with SEM systems. The learning curve is very steep, but the payoffs are...
• Re: so it turns out i like vanagons.....
  Historical mailing list - Walt Spak
  Mon, 31 Mar 2008 17:15:15 -0500
  ...repaired, the clutch hydrolics system sorted out, >the engine assembled, and the perifferals bolted on. New fuel lines >throughout, fuel tank resealed and installed...
• Re: Procedure on my 85 Westy tank reseal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Chapman
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 05:43:01 -0400
  ...You don't want it going on into the > tank and your fuel system. > > Clean around the fuel sending cap and remove it by...
• got to get ready for emission testing
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Wed, 18 Jan 2006 08:42:05 -0800
  ...emission controls on it.The catalytic convertor,charcoal canister, and fuel injection system, is about it.Since the 70's,other cars have had...
• Re: Any advise on timing of an oil change before or after winter storage
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:18:56 -0400
  ...A leak between the combustion system and the oil system is what we used to call blow-by; piston rings are not perfect. Of...
• Re: Coolant hose wearing due to AC belt
  Historical mailing list - James Ballen
  Wed, 27 Apr 2005 13:11:13 -0700
  ...I'm guessing this is why they changed the system in late 83 or early 84. My system does not have the obsolete "H...
• Re: Over-full overflow tank..cause for alarm?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:07:11 -0500
  ...I put a tank of premium fuel into the van and that is what I was > burning on this trip, if that would make...
• Longevity tips (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 8 Jan 1999 14:13:41 -0800
  ...It was a VW lemon buy back from California, and I was told it had fuel injection problems but that this dealer had fixed...
• Re: Driveability issues with a non-stock engine
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Jan 2005 19:43:31 -0500
  How did the first engine die? Although the 1.9L fuel injection has proven to support a 2.1, I think the 2275 might...
• Re: [Syncro] First South African 2.6 engine conversion done!
  Historical mailing list - Sullivan, Michael
  Thu, 15 Aug 2002 14:35:18 -0500
  ...Upfront cost is a bit more (remember, it does include all fuel system components, exhaust, alternator and AC compressor), but the conversion is hardly...
• Re: Replacing Oil Cooler O-ring
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 10:30:18 -0600
  ...Counter intuitive but regular additions of coolant is not a good > thing. > > If the system can't maintain pressure cylinder and stud erosion can...
• Consistent cutout at 3k rpm
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:33:10 -0400
  ...This behavior started recently after I made some changes to the ignition system. I believe that the problem is related to my changing out...
• Re: Propane power...anyone know about that?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:07:32 -0400
  ...On the plus side it is cleaner, naturally higher octane and metering systems are simple and often bolt on. I have dealt with propane...
• Re: Fix FI, or convert
  Historical mailing list - bill (w.r.) crick
  Fri, 22 Mar 1996 09:00:00 -0500
  ...the FI system too. Local VW people suggested >converting to carb. but the deciding factor was when I priced a new fuel >pump at...
• Re: Fast German Auto chip and rockers Comments
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 20:58:53 EST
  ...The chip will have an effect on the FI system, Many Golf, Jetta and others have chips that do INCREASE the power. I would...
• transmission removal.
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Fri, 28 Mar 2003 10:27:45 -0500
  ...I've done the exhaust and fuel system and other smaller parts, but all the seals and shafts and complicated parts shown in the...
• Re: Mystery Coolant leak
  Historical mailing list - Mark G
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 20:20:27 -0500
  ...Scary, but not untoward, as I figured it was just air working itself out of the system. I refilled but kept a keen eye...
• Re: Coolant Pipe repair
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 7 Nov 2013 20:13:30 -0500
  ...They can be changed without dropping the fuel tank with some effort. The front clamp is the most difficult to deal with especially to...
• Re: buying a syncro in PA- shop recommendations anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:09:16 -0800
  ...have him give it a good once over, fuel lines, brakes, engine, trans. & clutch, cooling system, etc. Then drive it and enjoy the trip...
• Re: Van won't run right - troubleshooting help, more
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:06:35 -0700
  ...Put in new fuel filter, no > change. I pulled the injectors on one side and cranked - they ARE > spraying. > There is pressure in fuel...
• Re: Hybrid Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Karin Baker & Raymond Paquette
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 14:38:38 -0400
  ...of relevance > > Diesel-electric marine propulsion systems and accessories. > > < > > > http://www.ossapowerlite.com/tech_library/fuel_efficiency/fuel_efficiency.htm > > > > > KTA Services Inc. < http...
• Was: Need some assistance, now closing shop
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:28:12 -0500
  ...fuel rails, injectors, new rubber >>> for >>> injectors provided, new spark plugs, new fuel hoses, wires, wiring >>> harness, Air Flow System, with all new gaskets...
• Re: 5-/6-cyl in VW vans, bell housing numbers
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 04 Jun 1996 16:31:53 -0700
  ...It's called the Interstate Highway System, or the Interstate for short. If you had sufficient fuel and a portable toilet, by switching drivers...
• Re: Any advise on timing of an oil change before or after winter storage
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Sat, 9 Oct 2021 16:56:44 -0700
  ...If water is present in the oil system of a vehicle, it should seek the lowest point in the system, and not be dissolved...
• Re: Alternative Vanagon heaters - Zodi's, Tankless Water Heaters
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 2 Mar 2007 12:22:59 -0800
  ...Wood of > > course was the fuel for this contraption. It worked well. Was not > > extremely portable, but it could be broken down and moved...
• Re: No start
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Jun 2016 22:01:38 -0400
  ...My fuel > tank has the smaller outlet. > > There's a fuel pump relay bypass method shown in Bentley. Do this to > see if pump...
• Re: Fuel Injection (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 22 May 2001 22:35:10 -0700
  ...Mark and a couple of > others have suggested that it's not the cam, but the fuel pressure regulator > (FPR) or the air flow...
• Re: Good local mechanic worked on my 85
  Historical mailing list - tom ring
  Tue, 11 May 2010 19:06:40 -0500
  ...Installed all new > >> fuel > >> lines and covered them with the old outside protective plastic shrouds. > >> > >> I supplied the new exhaust kit and fuel line...
• Fuel Tank
  Historical mailing list - Timothy Hannink
  Tue, 27 Aug 2002 07:06:13 -0700
  I dropped and replaced all of the vent, supply and return lines on my fuel tank last weekend because the van would smell like...
• Re: Vanagon Repair classes
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 23:21:00 -0500
  ...fuel lines; >> 2) A workshop on cleaning/fixing ALL of your ground connections; >> 3) A workshop on how to properly burp your cooling system...
• SERIOUS FUEL PROBLEM - I NEED HELP!!!!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Grotz
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 15:22:12 -0400
  ...Did that - but a continued supply of water in the system meant continued tow jobs. I threw in the towel and decided to completely...
• FS: 1981 Westy - Memphis/North MS area
  Historical mailing list - Michael D. Landis
  Wed, 1 Apr 1998 10:59:36 -0600
  ...I've never used the stove or fridge; the PO told me the gas system worked but I can't confirm that. The poptop...
• I am scared of my Dometic 182B on LP mode
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 10:29:31 -0400
  ...So what I did is remove my vanagon engine fuel injection system from the back of my van and installed this one behind the...
• Re: Help me! I've just purchased a pit to throw money into!
  Historical mailing list - H Steven Dolan
  Tue, 6 Dec 1994 18:12:59 -0800 (PST)
  ...On the cooling flaps, exhaust, and fuel manifold, what I did was look for a dead engine with all three systems in place, bought...
• For Sale: 1980 Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - mac stricklen
  Sat, 30 Jan 1999 20:31:28 -0800
  ...The fuel pump is noisy, but works well. (oh, and the fuel lines are only about a year old--for those of you who...
• RE: [VANAGON] running hot....ideas ? U PDATE running a 70� t-sta...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 25 Mar 2006 21:32:37 -0500
  ...Since your first post stated that the radiator fan was cycling, the most important part of the cooling system is working. You have circulation...
• Re: Don't top off gas tanks
  Historical mailing list - James
  Fri, 15 Aug 2014 18:17:12 -0400
  ...Filling a gas tank to the brim just overwhelms the evaporative emissions system, which is designed to control a certain amount of vapor, not...
• WAS/Re: SHUT THE HELL UP ALREADY Opinons are like A holes!!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 4 Mar 1998 06:48:43 -0800
  ...overtime trying to Compensate for the amount of unburned fuel in the exhaust system. IMO I think that you're doing your Van an...
• Re: Idle/mixture Screw
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Mon, 6 Oct 2003 12:14:30 -0700
  ...Phil Let us assume that when the adjustment screw was last set, it was after eliminating all weaknesses in the FI system and properly...
• Re: 3.3 verses 4.3 verses 1.9???
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 25 Jul 2004 14:29:12 -0700
  ...228 @ 4400 rpm Sequential Multiport fuel injection with dual spray injectors Platinum-tipped spark plugs Computerized management system with "Limp Home feature," incl. over...
• Re: 87 Westy overheating after coolant change
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 21:16:13 -0500
  ...Other than the leak that sprung when I pressurized the system to slightly over operating pressure, the cooling system, and everything else on the...
• Re: Van won't run right - troubleshooting help, more
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:00:55 -0700
  ...Put in new fuel filter, no >> change. I pulled the injectors on one side and cranked - they ARE >> spraying. >> There is pressure in fuel...
• Re: Fuel filter
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 16 Aug 2006 06:41:53 EDT
  ...Restricted fuel flow causes the pump to strain and make more noise. Otherwise just change them at regular intervals. When removing them it will...