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Re: Help with stalling van
Historical mailing list - B Feddish
Sun, 9 May 2010 15:43:40 -0400
...engine first ( compression, valve timing, timing belt if that applies, ....everything that is mechanical with the engine. Next - everything ignition. Like make sure that...
Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Tue, 20 Aug 2002 20:25:15 -0700
...There are several steps involved in setting the timing and mixture. See the Bentley. If you don't follow the procedures, you will get...
Re: Failed emissions (DEQ)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 15:48:26 -0800
...If I was working on it I would expect that between timing, CO adjustment, throttle switch adjustment, and 'air idle' speed adjustment on the...
Re: [WetWesties] Re: 5400rpm rev limiting rotors for 10 bucks at cip
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:10:26 -0700
...As an example, I know the Chinese outfit that makes the 111 905 865 L Ignition Switch for Meyle (and Febi [informationally yours]). These...
Re: Turbo question Water Jacket Seal failure
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Fri, 6 Sep 2002 00:24:08 -0700
...The sell it modular, and offer a knock sensor and variable ignition timing module. I had considered it as a replacement for my system...
Re: Black Vapor and Rattle. And other stuff.
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 8 Nov 2014 10:41:48 -0500
...An easy test for this next time is to cycle the ignition switch. If it clears for a short while and comes back the...
Re: Weird idle problem continues
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 19 Oct 2014 10:40:59 -0400
...up mixture, when to go into O2 sensor operation and some ignition timing trim. It is also used by the idle stabilizer to modify...
Re: making a little headway but need advice
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Sat, 7 Dec 2013 13:41:48 -0800
...I believe I have assembled it with all the Injection system >>>> and ignition system complete. My progress was cut short by a >>>> vehicle accident...
Re: Do U carry spare ECU?
Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 05:35:19 -0600
...water pump, thermostat w/O-Ring, AFM, master cylinder, accel cable, ignition > switch (electrical part [gave one away to Bev at the Buses By...
Re: 1986 Diesel Crew Cab Dropside Pickup (Transporter)
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sun, 1 Jun 2003 21:12:08 -0700
...ignition system should be all encased for RF suppression if it is all still original. Good motors and if you put the timing to...
Re: Still running rich
Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
Mon, 21 May 2001 06:15:41 -0400
...Checked/adjusted ignition timing. Was retarded. Now correct (at least close). Made no difference. Measured fuel pressure: 36 psi at idle with vacuum connected...
Re: Weird running issue with 86 Vanagon , tried dozens of things
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 14 Aug 2016 09:56:58 -0400
...igniton timing is correct. compression is good. No intake leaks. installed a new Temp Sensor II. checked for shorted oxygen sensor wire. ran with...
Re: All engines have issues...
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 22 May 2010 20:03:56 -0700
...It's 'smart' ignition timing. EGR is never really a good thing, necessary for emissions often, , but never nice to have. replaceable cylinder liners...
Re: '83 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 26 Apr 2002 08:38:04 -0500
...Tuning is important, get your timing, dwell, fuel/air mixture right and your in the final stages of running great. I've found that...
Re: Headlights, Rad fan... ??
Historical mailing list - Lyle Lathem
Sat, 23 Sep 2006 18:36:37 -0500
...One more question, the timing, should it be adjusted to the cut out on the middle of the crankshaft pulley, with the idler stabilizer...
Re: 83.5 Runs for about 4 seconds
Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
Tue, 2 May 2006 00:27:56 -0400
...a rock solid 900 rpm +/- a bit @ 12 deg btdc initial timing (as opposed to book 5 deg atdc). dan On Mon, 1 May...
Re: Idle Relay - Idle Valve match?
Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:30:36 -0700
...The idle controller has the following connections: > RED/BLK - power from ignition switch > RED/WHT - power from fuel pump relay > WHT/YEL - power steering...
Re: WHAT JUST HAPPENED???
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 20:03:25 -0500
...There is nothing that says no sensor, no start. > > In fact, the procedure to set ignition timing calls for disconnecting the > temp 2 sensor...
Re: FS: 2.1 "DJ" code 112 HP WBX New/Rebuilt
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 1 Mar 2007 19:18:58 +0000
...This lowers peak flame temperatures which reduces the formation of NOx and allows for higher compression and more aggressive ignition timing. Dennis ----- Original Message...
Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 30 Jun 2012 17:49:11 -0700
...This controls hydrocarbons being released into >>> the air from evaporating fuel. >>> Do not over advance the ignition timing or during rebuild consider >>> engine modifications...
Re: CA Smog Failed - 1985 1.9L
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Tue, 1 Jul 2008 00:27:54 -0700
...The Vanagon only has mild > >>> ignition timing, valve timing, and reduced compression and the Cat as NOx > >>> control. Most other cars use Exhaust Gas...
Re: [Syncro] Bidding on manuals on ebay
Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
Thu, 13 Apr 2000 09:23:31 -0400
...check ignition system; Digifant checks, ignition timing, idle speed, CO content, etc. Recommendation: Recomended. Factory Vanagon 1367 Tester Manual Title/Item: "Ignition Tester VW...
Re: Best Wheel Weights????? (Advice Needed, Stick-Ons)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 3 Jan 2011 23:57:29 -0500
...early 70's that rigged up a standard timing light, a set of VW ignition points, and a high induction motor used for spinning...
Re: Diesel Subaru Conversions
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 10 Mar 2006 22:05:13 -0500
...87 ROZ/RON is fine unless something is > wrong or the ignition timing is over advanced. > > Dennis > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
Re: [WetWesties] Re: 5400rpm rev limiting rotors for 10 bucks at cip
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Sun, 30 Oct 2011 00:11:49 -0500
...Some things I > don't go cheep on: > > http://www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/distributor-(ignition)-rotor/ro tor-speed-limiter-style-04016...
Re: Octane & Driving in Mexico
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Wed, 13 Jun 2001 23:44:03 -0400
...These vehicles will have to >have their ignition timing adjusted to prevent engine damage. > >PREMIUM > >Mexico's newest gasoline, is also it's best...
Re: So thar I was (Engine wouldn't start)
Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
Tue, 4 Dec 2007 09:07:14 -0800
...When I see this do this with a timing light, the timing marks starts going spastically all over the place. Once it gives its...
Re: Spring service LOONG (With list of grounds re corrosion)
Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
Sat, 4 Apr 1998 09:06:48 -0800
...front diff fuids > > > > checked steering/suspension > > > > inspected exhaust (all original) > > > > adjusted ignition timing > > > > checked ECU fault codes > > > > checked emissions control systems > > > > tested catalytic converter...
Re: Mystery engine cutouts
Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 09:34:52 -0600
...Loss of ignition? The tach said no. The O2 monitor showed full lean condition and the full lean condition suggest a fuel delivery problem...
Re: Starter Testing @ FLAPS WAS: Starting problem or startER problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 8 Apr 2013 16:27:03 -0400
...YEARS ago was install a small > push button in the engine compartment that went to the solenoid. > You could just turn the ignition on...
Re: Idle Control System Explanation, please?
Historical mailing list - Kevin Duvernay
Fri, 13 Mar 2015 20:46:53 -0500
...Then I found a bad injector and a bad O2 sensor. > After a full tune up including adjusting the TPS and timing, new temp...
Re: Electric Water Pump (was: Re: Electric Vanagon? Now really useful tips..)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:49:42 -0800
...They're even driven by the timing belt in most modern engines and buried almost, and add almost no significant load to the engine...
Re: Vanagon Stalls Out While Driving
Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
Sun, 11 May 2025 12:29:03 +0000
...spunky as it was before, like something is holding it back. Timing seems ok, but #1 plug wire on dizzy seems to be in...
Re: '80 Westfalia-- best way to drive over passes
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Wed, 23 Jan 2002 01:54:12 -0600
...Used stock timing specs. It got 17-20 MPG and never reached oil temps over 210F including a 12 mile climb to Sewanee TN...
Re: Van won't run right - troubleshooting help, more
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 1 Oct 2011 00:56:06 -0700
I do things like hang a timing light on it where I can see it .. that could give a clue if it's ignition...
Re: Weird idle problem continues
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:12:01 -0700
...up mixture, when to go into O2 sensor operation and some ignition timing trim. It is also used by the idle stabilizer to modify...
Re: Ok...still running rich problem....
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Tue, 9 Dec 2003 11:15:41 -0800
...Checked the timing and adjusted idle. > 5.Cleaned grounds under ignition coil. > Plus...replaced ground strap > from cylinder head to body, that was torn...
Re: Tune Up Poll
Historical mailing list - bernie
Sun, 21 Feb 2016 17:07:52 -0800
...drive a 1.9 waterboxer engine ... > or at least the fuel/ignition system on some waterboxer. > > Doesn't that feel better, having lubed something...
Re: Diesel Subaru Conversions
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 10 Mar 2006 22:15:51 -0500
...87 ROZ/RON is fine unless something is >> wrong or the ignition timing is over advanced. >> >> Dennis >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Wed, 5 Mar 2008 20:42:59 -0800
...engine first ( compression, valve timing, timing belt if that applies, ....everything that is mechanical with the engine. Next - everything ignition. Like make sure that...
Re: why I discourage people from buying vanagons
Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
Sun, 3 Jul 2016 15:36:33 -0500
I may have to do some more research, timing advance pins and bushings seem to be pretty worn out and possibly changing gap while...
Re: Diesel Subaru Conversions
Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 16:04:57 -0800
...87 ROZ/RON is fine unless something is wrong or the ignition timing is over advanced. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
Unexpected trip part I
Historical mailing list
Tue, 14 Nov 1995 20:16:27 -0800
...spark plugs, ignition coil, rotor, distributor cap, fuel pump, belt, voltage regulator, battery, tire, oil, transaxle lube (with thoughts of Grendal), two jacks, wheel...
FS 5 cyl engine/acessories
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Fri, 7 May 1999 10:23:22 -0400
...It has the more modern KE-Jetronic system but does not have knock sensor ignition. I have no idea how this stacks up for...
Re: A bit rough idle, running. Unbalanced injectors?
Historical mailing list - pdooley
Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:46:20 -0400
...Check the ignition timing. Consider replacing the O2 sensor, > especially if the van has >80,000 miles or if you don't know when...
Re: '80 Calif. Flooding Problems
Historical mailing list - Bulley
Fri, 15 Oct 1999 15:26:36 -0400
...and has an O2 sensor) but the ignition coil appears to be from a > Federal model. There is a Hall control unit, but no...
Re: So thar I was (Engine wouldn't start)
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Tue, 4 Dec 2007 12:14:45 -0500
...When I see this do > this > with a timing light, the timing marks starts going spastically all > over > the place. > > Once it gives its...
Re: 84 running issue solved?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 31 May 2022 12:16:16 -0400
...The intake track is not well balanced at low speeds, ignition timing is retarded, and the lean mixture is further aggravated by cylinder, injector...
Re: Starter Testing @ FLAPS WAS: Starting problem or startER problem
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:42:04 -0700
...YEARS ago was install a small >> push button in the engine compartment that went to the solenoid. >> You could just turn the ignition on...
Re: Calif Smog Issues
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 26 Oct 2004 06:26:55 -0400
...Check the ignition timing, make sure it is not over advanced and that the advance mechanisms are working properly. Is the EGR valve intact...
Re: GoWesty Engine Management system
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Fri, 6 Nov 2020 09:44:15 -0800
...The system does > offer some nice features including CARB approval, coil on plug ignition, > sequential injection, O2 sensor that works, Knock Sensor,OBD2 diagnostics...
Re: WHAT JUST HAPPENED???
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:18:10 -0800
...There is nothing that says no sensor, no start. > > In fact, the procedure to set ignition timing calls for disconnecting the > temp 2 sensor...
Re: dead cat kills van
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:37:30 -0500
...It turned out to be a cat on the ignition wires. Jim On Mar 19, 2009, at 10:19 PM, AD Felder <dieseldoofus@YAHOO...
Re: Hard Starting Cold and Hot
Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
Wed, 19 Oct 2005 21:40:55 -0500
...flow sensor--ok >> -checked fuel pressure--ok--residual pressure ok >> -checked ignition timing--ok >> things i have not done: >> --pulled and check the fuel...
Re: Swap Update 2
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Tue, 12 May 1998 19:12:15 -0700
...Currently I'm running my 1600 at 2.5% CO2 >> which is a little on the high side, but my timing is 10deg BTDC...
Re: Spare 2.1 engine - how big can I make it?
Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
Mon, 7 Feb 2011 14:24:39 -0500
...ignition with no distributor etc. The parts are expensive, very, but you usually only have to buy them once, like say a timing belt...
Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
Historical mailing list - George Laubach
Sun, 1 Jul 2012 17:51:35 -0500
...This controls hydrocarbons being released into >>>> the air from evaporating fuel. >>>> Do not over advance the ignition timing or during rebuild consider >>>> engine modifications...
Re: 1551 emulator
Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
Fri, 10 May 2002 09:50:09 -0700
...First place, you need the tool (1551/2 or vagcom) to set the timing, mixture, and calibrate the throttle body and to read and...
Re: Weird idle problem continues
Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
Sun, 19 Oct 2014 23:56:48 -0600
...up mixture, when to go into O2 sensor operation and some ignition timing trim. It is also used by the idle stabilizer to modify...
Re: Need advice with buying a westy. have a couple in mind (new to list)
Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
Fri, 16 Aug 2002 14:24:19 -0700
...remember, the 2.2l engines are pretty simple, even for an advanced engine. > Examples: > * timing belt replacement - needs mechanical aptitude (eg. the custom > cooling...