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• Re: A3 engine in Westie / Wire harness, ECU
  Historical mailing list - Modl6971
  Sun, 10 May 1998 17:06:36 EDT
  ...Stick with a vanagon fuel pump, the fuel pressure required to run the your system is 2.3 bar. I forgot what vanagon fuel...
• Re: Another reminder to check your fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Tue, 1 Oct 2013 09:40:19 -0400
  ...I hit it fast with Halon before the fuel system was compromised but it cooked the FP regulator and would have burned through a...
• Re: ( four bent valves) fixed
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 12 Apr 2005 10:37:07 -0600
  ...shellac like material in the fuel system. I have seen it completely fill up injectors and clog up fuel lines worse than any cholesterol...
• Fwd: Stranded - my first heartbreak
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Wed, 6 Dec 2006 21:43:52 -0500
  The collective wisdom and experience of the list prevails - the failure was due to airlock in the FI system. As advised here, I bled...
• FW: Why use VW Fuel Pumps instead of Alternatives?
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Fri, 18 Aug 2000 15:26:26 -0400
  ...wrote: >I doubt if most domestic fuel pumps are meant to drive a 40 psi Bosch >system. I think they tend to run quite...
• Re: EFI or Carburator Suggestion!
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Wed, 27 May 1998 15:37:07 -0700
  ...The consensus was that it's worth going with carbs only if your only other option is to replace the entire fuel injection system...
• Re: To Detlev Hanschke DBA The Vanagon Projekt
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 3 Oct 1999 19:17:36 -0700
  ...assembly, fuel > system, air intake system, complete exhaust system including mounting brackets, > engine compartment cooling system parts, and all Digifant II fuel injection > parts...
• Re: Chevron Fuel Sys Cleaner with "Techrolene" (sp?)
  Historical mailing list - John Wessels
  Thu, 2 Mar 2000 16:31:12 EST
  ...system and the injectors. After cleaning thousands of CIS fuel injectors and having customers switch to Chevron many experience 3-4 MPG better fuel...
• Re: SyncroBeast - update, still not starting
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Feb 2001 09:41:27 EST
  ...If this is OK, then check fuel delivery (pull the injectors and crank the motor over with the ignition wire grounded to see if...
• Re: More bang from your boxer....
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Aug 1997 20:41:03 EDT
  ...there >who had mentioned if you put a 1.9 fuel inj. system on a 2.1 engine, >then it >will increase performance.... >Is...
• Vanagons and old things - was STRANDED in South Florida
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:30:46 -0600
  ...wrote: > Mark, > > Your troubleshooting seems you can rule out the mechanical fuel system > including water in the gas or diesel in the tank. What...
• Re: European gasoline $$$$$$$$$
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 27 Apr 2006 22:04:42 -0800
  ...their systems but the rest of us have no choice and must, I would hate to have to clear out a fuel system with...
• Re: VW gets busted (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Mills Crosland
  Sat, 19 Sep 2015 13:18:14 +0000
  ...is stuck open.My high pressure fuel pump has not yet disintegrated and destroyed the entire fuel system, a failure many fellow TDI owners...
• 3.3 verses 4.3 ???
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Sat, 24 Jul 2004 15:01:52 EDT
  ...228 @ 4400 rpm Sequential Multiport fuel injection with dual spray injectors Platinum-tipped spark plugs Computerized management system with "Limp Home feature," incl. over...
• Bosch Service Media
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Fri, 4 Feb 2000 07:42:45 -0800
  ...Price ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---- Automotive Handbook $27.95 Technical Terms $48.95 Automotive Electric/Electronic Systems $29.95 Diesel Fuel Injection $27.95 Automotive Brake Systems $21...
• Re: Advice on replacing injector hose please...
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:11:40 -0500
  ...The way the Vanagon fuel system is cobbled together with those hoses, keeping a close eye out for chafing is essential. Only once have...
• MORE: Cranks, won't start
  Historical mailing list - Charles \"Luke\" Lukey
  Sat, 20 Nov 1999 10:28:38 -0800
  ...When you turn the key over a notch, the fuel pump gives a short burst (to prime the system?). When my wife turned the...
• Re: Natural Gas Conversion Kit
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 23:14:05 -0800
  ...I would estimate they are about 40 cm in diameter and 1.5m long. >How does the fuel system work? Is the nat-gas...
• Re: help diagnosing possible coolant system/ engine damage
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Thu, 7 Oct 2004 21:46:12 -0600
  ...Also get some fresh fuel in > there. If stored outside, consider fuel tank in near future. Then to be > sure, go for a compression...
• Re: Recurrent Stalling Solved by Techron
  Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
  Sat, 13 Jan 2001 17:18:28 -0500
  Check the fuel pressure regulator. That is the silver (or gold) cylindrical device on top of your engine. You may check it with a...
• Re: Need Charcoal Canister
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 3 Jun 2014 15:51:11 -0700
  ...When > it's hooked up (at the canister) the fuel system is not venting and pressure > builds up in the fuel tank which causes...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson
  Thu, 22 Aug 2002 18:17:14 -0700
  ...I've added it below as it was orginally for another topic Sincerely, Mark Keller Adam, Probably a mis- adjusted fuel injection system. My...
• Re: Diesels on NPR
  Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter / Iowa City, Iowa
  Thu, 13 May 2004 11:08:29 -0500
  ...Diesels on NPR > Don had the answer; we need a good, nation-wide mass transit system. > Even if each one were state run and...
• Re: [Fwd: Re: Gas in Oil?]
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Fri, 2 May 97 12:43:33 EDT
  ...When VW discontinued the air-cooled engine and went to the wasserboxer, they also put on a different fuel injection system. Digijet? Something like...
• Re: A desire to learn more
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 10 Aug 1999 14:26:29 -0400
  ...as much about my van as >possible, especially about the fuel injetion system. The Bosch FI book will teach you a *lot* about what...
• Re: RedLine
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 22:05:57 -0800
  ...RedLine > > Has anyone tried the RedLine WaterWetter and Fuel System Cleaner? Just > looking for a personal review. I'm going to be changing the...
• Re: Burping gas tank filler problem solved!!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 26 Jun 2001 15:47:16 -0700
  Max, Because RTV is *not* fuel proof. As it becomes gas soaked, it expands. NEVER use RTV on fuel system components. (Or on any...
• Re: Gas question, seriously folks
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 07:48:13 -0800
  ...So one can run low octane fuel, but your motor will have to compensate with it's anti-knock system, with a less performance...
• Re: Start up,back fire?
  Historical mailing list - Jon VonOhlsen
  Tue, 19 May 2015 11:18:34 -0600
  ...I've used mine many times >>> over the past 40 years to diagnose fuel system problems. >>> >>> Stuart >>> >>> -----Original Message----- >>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Fuel spillage
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sullivan
  Mon, 8 May 2000 08:52:13 -0700
  My van has not shut off the auto fuel nozzle any time I've ever filled the tank. Many people wrote that they've...
• Help With Parts Order
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Tue, 12 Sep 2000 19:16:02 -0700
  ...list for a complete coolant system replacement---which I hope will go smoother than my first order for fuel line replacement, which was a...
• Re: 81 aircooled won't start when cold
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 23 Dec 2004 11:45:58 -0600
  ...been able to find a fifth injector that >dumps extra fuel into the system when cold. I've assumed that this >was handled by...
• Re: Van Died @ 70 MPH. Why? (Jetta conversion)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:55:30 -0700
  ...engine and the exhaust system ARE isolated from the > chassis by rubber mounts, in my case. > � Fuel pump and fuel pump relay could also...
• Thick-Glasses & a lab coat, was: How Do U Clean Injectors?
  Historical mailing list - GMBulley
  Thu, 9 Apr 1998 23:37:15 EDT
  ...Instead, run a high quality Fuel injector cleaner through the fuel system once the injectors are back on the motor. I recommend Chevron Techron...
• Re: serial hybrid conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Fri, 18 Nov 2005 16:13:32 -0500
  ...d have to swap the fueled motor for one that is paired > with a more powerful charging system, get your batteries, and four drive...
• Re: Fuel problem...still...
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 11 Aug 2006 07:01:01 EDT
  ...Fuel pump was pumping OK; fuel tank was 1/4 full. As someone suggested, I filled tank and problem went away but it reoccures...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 28 Apr 2016 09:04:51 -0600
  ...would be a leaking injector dribbling fuel into the intake until the pressure in the fuel system drops. I would test for this by...
• Re: Slight over run popping from exhaust..84 (inline VW with Digifant )
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 3 Aug 2009 22:23:21 -0700
  ...system?..Or perhaps I have an injector that >> is >> working at times when it shouldn't be or leaking fuel into the fuel rail...
• Re: Steel fuel line adapter & curtain springs
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:40:58 -0700
  ...Steel fuel line adapter & curtain springs To: Kim Brennan <kimbrennan@mac.com> The only product he sells that completely baffles me is the "scoop...
• Re: UPDATE #1: Vanagon auxiliary fuel tank build
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:40:17 +1300
  > Most people also > said that they wanted to do a transfer pump system.� So, now I am at > a loss to the absolute best...
• Re: after market fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Bulley-Hewlett & Associates
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 18:25:14 -0500
  ...after market fuel tank > > > I need to replace the fuel tank in my '84. (Was hoping that > replacing the > seals would do the trick...
• Re: Images of South African van on website
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:40:29 -0800
  ...To me it seems like a simple system (CIS, not CIS-E) that would be quite reliable. Mind you, a rebuilt fuel distributor looks...
• Re: Will 90 Cabrio ISV Control unit fit 87 Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Wed, 23 Apr 2003 20:12:21 +0000
  ...3 wire ISV like the Golf/Jetta Digifant fuel system? >The only Vanagon Digifant fuel system I've ever >seen has a 2 wire...
• Re: Help! Weird noises after installing injectors...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Jul 2015 00:32:32 -0400
  Water in the gas these days is a sign you have a leaking fuel system somewhere. Begin with the vapor recovery-vent system on...
• Re: tracking down gas smell tips needed
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 12 Aug 2016 18:01:52 -0400
  Update on earlier post, tightened up hose clamp on rear of canister fuel filter. Now with repeated pressurizing of the fuel system, no drips...
• Re: what else to replace along with head gaskets
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 9 Feb 2000 23:57:23 -0600
  ...I also installed a new thermostat and Temp 2 sensor(blue) for the fuel injection. Flushed the cooling system and installed Dex-Cool phosphate...
• Crossover Pipe HELP
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Fri, 16 Dec 2005 08:23:42 -0800
  ...the system work. Is there any reason for the crossover pipe itself to be made of plastic rather than just regular fuel line hose...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Thu, 28 Apr 2016 06:13:07 -0400
  ...would be a leaking injector dribbling fuel into the intake until the pressure in the fuel system drops. I would test for this by...
• Re- more Q's on the TDI
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  6 Jun 1996 14:25:56 -0700
  ...the fuel system > must be bled (sp?) out of it, just like a brake system, some cars > have a handpump on the fuel filter...
• fuel tank removal story
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 13 Mar 2005 22:08:05 -0500
  ...in the system when he cracked a hose. So first thing I did was pull that relay. Turned ignition on, no fuel pump humming...
• Re: EMISSIONS -- I PASSED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Eckie Prater
  Mon, 22 Jun 1998 13:12:58 -0500
  ...N/A > Exhaust Gas Recirculation System: PASS > Positive Crankcase Ventilation System: PASS > Catalytic Converter: PASS > Fuel Evaporative System: PASS > Thermostatic Air Cleaner System: N...
• cooling system pressure gauge..
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Tue, 29 Mar 2005 11:45:37 -0500
  ...my cooling system to aid in monitoring it's condition. my FLAPS has in their HP section a 0-15lbs fuel pressure gauge(mech...
• Re: Air Intake Project
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
  Sun, 27 May 2001 14:08:34 -0600
  ...I do not notice any difference in propane fuel consumption when the AFM is blocked open, or is in the normal state with the...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 09:24:44 -0700
  ...FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Summary: THE FUEL HOSE ATTACHED TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTION RAIL ON THE ENGINE MAY SHRINK...
• Re: 2.0L I4 Opportunities ***** Just 1 old guy thoughts!
  Historical mailing list - raceingcajun
  Tue, 14 May 2013 08:40:41 -0500
  ...Just your garden verity redo! I had a running Rabbit donor car for the CIS fuel, and factory pointless ignition systems. I used a...
• Re: 85"1.9L What happens when 1 or more injectors go bad?please help...
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 14 Dec 2003 15:29:45 -0800
  ...Have you put a fuel pressure gauge on the system? Perhaps your fuel pressure reg is going? Have you removed the injectors and test...
• Fuel injector cleaner, was: Fuel injectors
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Sun, 21 Nov 1999 07:46:45 -0500
  ...fuel injectors, you will be surprised at all of the quirky, annoying maladies that will disappear by running a couple bottles through the system...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:32:04 -0500
  ...Have a look at the GoWesty Fuel Injection Component Replacement Kit >> (November 2013) >> >> Looks like a complete system solution. >> >> ref: http://www.gowesty.com...
• Re: New owner questions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:58:42 -0800
  ...I haven't confirmed where >> the fuel filter is yet nor what type of fuel injection system was installed >> in the conversion. I'll...
• Re: Pittsburgh Vanagon Meetup
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:49:26 -0500
  I am providing a community service by allowing those list members that are thinking about doing their fuel lines, coolant systems parts, or brakes...