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• On Longevity, Displacement, Efficiency and Technology in Conversions
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Tue, 26 Mar 2002 01:58:55 EST
  ...The number is derived from the peak torque developed at the flywheel per unit engine displacement. These numbers are readily calculated from the meager...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 20 Oct 2014 08:39:14 -0700
  ...control > unit think it is like > 40 below. Yes it will run rich and if it does run idle high. > > > > Key on engine not...
• Re: CA Smog Failed - 1985 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 08:49:52 -0400
  ...the Cat as NOx control. Most other cars use Exhaust Gas Recircultation, (EGR). It is alo why the engine is geared to spin so...
• Re: Custom Oil/Tranny Coolers for automatic vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 12 May 2009 07:09:32 -0700
  ...They also have (click around on their site) some German car- specific oil system adaptors that replace drain plugs, etc for german engine and...
• Re: TERRIBLE GAS MILEAGE/Running Cold?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 4 Feb 2013 09:26:57 -0600
  ...proper mixture control. > > > Also, if the engine temperature is falling at highway speed you may > > > be going into open loop control or even worse...
• Re: doc wattson or watts up?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 15 Oct 2012 18:42:34 -0400
  ...You say you don't have applications engineers? Look in the mirror, pal. Depending on the manufacturer, you may have to look in the...
• On Oil Coolers, Cooling System Design and Engine Life
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 19 Nov 2004 17:44:17 EST
  ...This unit is thermally controlled with pressure bypass to minimize all oil cooler problems save leaks. The oil cooler lines from the filter stand...
• Re: Norcold refrigerator + modest solar rig, a report [LVC]
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sat, 8 Jul 2006 18:13:21 -0700
  ...Under good conditions, the controller can > eke 6 to 7 amps out of the pair of panels. The output of the controller is > high...
• Re: "windage tray" and other I4 conversion comments
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 18:22:55 -0800
  ...tray, the unit you want is the VW stock > item for many (not all) of the 2.0 l ABA engines. The part number...
• Re: rear heater blowout - stranded
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:32:31 -0700
  ...controlled by the thermostat. By creating a >> free-flowing alternative to the cooling circuit you compromise the >> thermostat's ability to get the engine...
• Re: [F] Flying pigs
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 13 Oct 2001 00:20:47 -0700
  ...I suggested that we develop a > > > > > genetically-engineered remotely-controlled radioactive flying pig, > > >hoards > > > > of > > > > > them, and send them to Afghanistan. The creatures would...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 20 Oct 2014 11:42:31 -0500
  ...control > > unit think it is like > > 40 below. Yes it will run rich and if it does run idle high. > > > > > > Key on engine not...
• Re: gas prices..
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 19:18:56 -0500
  ...As for Vanagons this is one reason I stayed with a small displacement engine swap, 1.8L inline. This is also why I have...
• Re: SMOG TEST failure
  Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 15:54:52 -0800
  ...be as a result of the idle control valve (though > it vibrates), the idle control unit or the coolant temp sensor (which i > am...
• Re: emission ethics
  Historical mailing list - tmiller
  Tue, 31 Aug 2004 22:00:20 -0400
  ...I for one would like to know if advancing the engine or retarding the engine will decrease NOX? I thought an engine runs hotter...
• Re: To Detlev Hanschke DBA The Vanagon Projekt
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Sun, 3 Oct 1999 23:22:01 -0400
  ...In > > addition, the air conditioning compressor, idle control unit, alternator, and > > various belts and pulleys along with all parts not used in your attempt...
• Re: Subie Power
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Thu, 19 Apr 2007 13:54:54 -0400
  ...This first EJ22 also was an 89, which are rumored to have oil control ring issues. Still this is a used engine of unknown...
• Re: Fuel consumption in different gears - how does the energy / fuel work?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 25 Mar 2012 09:34:49 -0700
  ...The number is derived from the peak torque developed at the flywheel per unit engine displacement. These numbers are readily calculated from the meager...
• Re: '89 2.1i digifant cutting out. Really need some help on this one... ; NOT SOLVED!
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Fri, 25 Oct 2002 13:06:19 -0400
  ...The idle stabilizer and control unit may be flakey, but I think this a low probability. If the stumbing went away for a while...
• Re: Rough running till warmed up
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Mon, 20 Aug 2007 22:23:43 -0400
  ...I disconected the Idle control unit and plugged the two together. Then, i turned the screw till the idle was properly set and replugged...
• Re: hesitation/bucking (was: Re: tested Oxygen Sensor, and...)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Fri, 16 May 2008 23:38:43 -0700
  Just make sure the engine is up to full operating temp - your t-stat makes it run fully up to temp, right ? Rev it...
• I'm back . . .
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:08:56 -0700
  ...engine blew, fat lot of good the gauge was) Added the Stebro SS exhaust from Frank Condelli Added cruise control-a nice aftermarket unit...
• Re: 88 Newbie makes trouble for self
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 19:09:45 -0600
  ...same thing as > the "Digifant Control unit" which seems to have sensors in every part of the > engine? Am I right in thinking that...
• Re: Update - 1988 Rebuilt Engine Stumbling at various RPM levels 2100-2300, 3400- 4000rpms
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:48:07 -0400
  ...that what I am experiencing is due to a faulty Idle > control unit? > > R > > On Aug 8, 2009, at 7:08 PM, Scott Daniel...
• Wannabussers, this is your lucky day!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 14 Sep 1996 09:05:54 -0400
  ...I rescued the Westy from him after the engine and tranny failed for him, and most of the chassis was well worn. Being a...
• Re: Subie Power
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 18 Apr 2007 10:14:17 -0700
  ...This first EJ22 also was > an 89, which are > rumored to have oil control ring issues. Still > this is a used engine > of unknown...
• Re: Propane Conversion for Vanagon--head north!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 09:43:07 -0800
  Smoother running engine is one big plus.. esp at idle... As far as space for tank goes... is there any chance it could be...
• Re: I'm back . . .
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:18:09 -0700
  ...engine blew, fat lot of good the gauge was) Added the Stebro SS exhaust from Frank Condelli Added cruise control-a nice aftermarket unit...
• Re: RedTek and the Sight Glass
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Fri, 30 Aug 2013 14:40:49 +0000
  ...After going down the road for a while, it gets caught up and we start backing off on the fan and the temp control...
• Re: Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:58:13 -0700
  ...all the 'units' ... AFM, distributor, sensors etc. and 'general stuff' ...tape, wire, wire connectors, hose clamps, some radom coolant hoses and heater hose etc...
• Re: Runaway Engine RPMs
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Thu, 10 Oct 2013 22:54:28 -0700
  ...I like >>> Scotts' idle control unit idea . Pro Training has s page on that. >>> >>> 3000 RPM with no load for more than a few...
• Re: [F] Flying pigs
  Historical mailing list - patrick paul clerkin
  Sat, 13 Oct 2001 02:35:16 -0500
  ...I suggested that we develop a > > > > > > genetically-engineered remotely-controlled radioactive flying pig, > > > >hoards > > > > > of > > > > > > them, and send them to Afghanistan. The creatures would...
• EV Winnebago - First Road Trip Report (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Dan Herbert
  Tue, 26 Mar 1996 13:24:51 -0500
  ...with careful breakin and the 5-speed box, the engine is a treat. Cruise control is fantastic - we typically set the cruise for 100...
• Re: Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 20:38:54 -0800
  ...the left engine firewall. >>> >>> I have a 2.1 Boston Engine installed in MAR 2008 >>> New AFM >>> New Idle Control Unit >>> New 02 sensor...
• Flashing Low Coolant Light (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Clein
  Mon, 12 Apr 1999 11:58:54 -0700
  ...Low coolant level control unit - replace 7. Dreaded Head gasket leak - repair I'll do 3 & 4 before taking back to FLPS to rebleed...
• Re: Idle control unit for 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 5 Dec 2023 19:32:34 -0500
  ...6 new looking units in his collection. > > > This second trip was done in the cold and damp and the engine started and idled great...
• Re: No start/no spark
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:34:19 -0400
  I heard the FP relay and the idle stabilizer control valve cycle every 90 degrees of rotation so I'm taking the Hall sensor...
• Diagnosis of Intermittent Power Loss or Misfire
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Fri, 25 Apr 2003 09:50:05 -0700
  ...and the Bosch Electronic engine controls were actually produce in the hundreds of thousand unit without the O2. The engine can flat run better...
• Re: Update on Waterboxer vs Transplant Power Options
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Wed, 20 Jun 2001 21:27:19 -0800
  ...Inefficient engine, more fuel per > pound foot of torque delivered. As you might expect, successful engines > deliver more part throttle torque per unit fuel...
• Re: Introductions
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:50:59 -0500
  ...fuel pump/injector unit. Right now this means that a small amount of fuel is being spilled on the engine. For obvious reasons I...
• Re: Introductions
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:04:56 -0800
  ...fuel pump/injector unit. Right now this means that > a small amount of fuel is being spilled on the engine. For obvious reasons > I...
• Re: Tiico conversions
  Historical mailing list - Sean B.
  Thu, 3 Jan 2002 12:33:13 -0800
  ...yes, a generic radiator hose), and the heatsink for the ignition control unit (not an issue for anyone converting a 1.9L, and only...
• Re: ECU optimization -- one quick question
  Historical mailing list - Randal Jett
  Mon, 4 Aug 2008 19:21:07 -0700
  ...the harness, the sensors and inputs, the ECU, the Idle Valve and it's control unit, or the engine itself. in any case, it...
• Re: '86 Westy cranking trouble
  Historical mailing list - Dan Hall
  Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:45:09 -0500
  ...I just noticed that they labeled this relay Digijet, but >>>> the >>>> control unit is Digifant !! >>>> >>>> Yikes! Bentley '86 wiring diagram shenanigans! --- ;^) >>>> >>>> Neil. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Sun...
• Re: Anyone seen Gowesty's Digifiant replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:32:14 -0400
  ...I am struggling yet again with another > > failed idle speed controller and it does not run quite right just after > > startup. Weighing options. > > > > Dennis...
• Re: '88 GL intermittent ignition miss (second update)
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 24 Nov 2013 13:26:57 -0600
  ...It primarily is needed to tell the ECU and idle > control unit that you foot is off the gas. Unless the switch is > sticking...
• Re: 86 hot temp gauge---was '86 Westy cranking trouble
  Historical mailing list - Dan Hall
  Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:38:10 -0500
  ...I just noticed that they labeled this relay Digijet, but >> the >> control unit is Digifant !! >> >> Yikes! Bentley '86 wiring diagram shenanigans! --- ;^) >> >> Neil. >> >> >> >> On Sun...
• road test: 1980/82 Vanagon (real long)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 11 Jan 95 14:56:49 CST
  ...rear engine/rear drive Body/frame ............. unit steel ACCOMODATION Brake system, Seating capacity, persons ....... 7 10.9-in. (278-mm) discs front, Head room...
• Re: CA Smog Failed - 1985 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:17:26 -0700
  ...the Cat as NOx >control. Most other cars use Exhaust Gas Recircultation, (EGR). >It is alo why the engine is geared to spin so...
• Re: Now Preventative Maintenance, Was Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 09:28:12 -0700
  ...not as "long in the tooth" as the stock Vanagon engine) - Hall unit on distributor - spare wire and connectors, fuses. - rotor/cap - fuel pump...
• Throttle Body - High Idle - (Dare I say?) Issue Resolved! (85 1.9l)
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Fri, 10 Jul 2015 09:40:23 -0700
  ...Bypassed the idle control unit, and started her up. At this point, you have to wait for the bus to reach operating temperature (according...
• Re: Introductions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:35:15 -0500
  ...fuel pump/injector unit. Right now this means that > a small amount of fuel is being spilled on the engine. For obvious reasons > I...
• Re: No start/no spark II
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 30 Oct 2011 19:31:59 -0700
  ...It is the small electronic box on the engine bay�sidewall, right next to the ingition unit. Might be green, might be light brown...
• Re: LVC/ Re: Why Americans Are the Jerks of the World!
  Historical mailing list - turbodieseltrooper
  Fri, 22 Jul 2005 10:24:53 -0700
  ...We who control and use it aren't even as smart as > a virus, which knows that if you don't control your ability...
• Re: About them Norcold refrigerators
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 14:05:48 -0700
  ...I also use it on 110V as a freezer. > > Temperature control of the unit is very good. It seems to hold within > 1 degree...
• gak! another road test: 1993 VW Eurovan
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 12 Jan 95 11:08:30 CST
  ...A new climate control system includes front and rear heaters with separate controls, while GL and MV models get a standard front and rear...
• Re: DIY Head Gaskets, (Long) Please Check!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Dec 1995 17:51:58 -0400
  ...I ---------------------------------------------------- OK, as memory serves me, done on an '85 1.9l engine. Park it on a surface you can work on, can be...
• Re: CA Smog Failed - 1985 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:10:22 -0700
  ...the Cat as NOx > >control. Most other cars use Exhaust Gas Recircultation, (EGR). > >It is alo why the engine is geared to spin so...
• Re: Subie Power
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 18 Apr 2007 11:27:27 -0600
  ...This first EJ22 also was >> an 89, which are >> rumored to have oil control ring issues. Still >> this is a used engine >> of unknown...
• It works AND it's a scam Re: Water 4 Gas. com Does it work? Has Anyone Tried it? Know of It?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:43:13 -0400
  ...when one runs an engine lean? Knock. Knock is when the fuel/air mixture in the chamber explodes, normal controlled combustion is not an...