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• Parts : Wiring Harness, ECU for Air-Cooled
  Historical mailing list - David Johnson
  Tue, 9 Jan 2007 09:16:11 -0700
  ...Most of that I can get replaced without a big deal, but the wiring harness and the computer for the fuel injection system are...
• Re: Hose clamps..
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:53:55 -0500
  ...inline) This motor has no > knock sensors, runs the Digifant fuel injection system. So I conclude that > regular gas is the best value, premium...
• Re: A Christmas Goose
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Mon, 24 Dec 2007 16:00:15 -0500
  ...on the system with a cold or crap battery causing an overvoltage condition for example?) Also what about the basics like fuel pressure? What...
• Re: Trasco oil filter system
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 20:04:52 -0800
  ...filter system While the idea of a super-efficient oil filter is appealing to me as well, the sight of that "miracle" fuel device...
• Re: Fuel Filter question
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 4 Aug 2003 10:17:59 -0400
  ...Fuel Filter question > Bought a fuel filter for my 85 Westy from a list vendor, > large metal cylindrical fuel filter, found out that the...
• Re: [T2] [BP] What is this-Is it a compressor??
  Historical mailing list - Open Wheel Racing
  Fri, 28 Feb 2003 09:58:05 -0600
  ...4) Where is the fuel system? 5) If there is combustion, where is the cooling system? Look closely at the base of #2 (on...
• Re: Last Minute Road Advice
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Fri, 1 May 1998 14:20:33 -0700
  ...Change oil. - i carry my laptop with mapping software and my own small list archive broken down by system/component (engine, cooling, electric, fuel...
• Digitool
  Historical mailing list - Jim Maginel
  Mon, 27 Jul 1998 11:37:32 -0500
  As Darrell reported, I now have one of his tools connected to my "spare" digijet ECU and plugged into the FI system. Darrell is...
• Diesel Westy oil leak
  Historical mailing list - Scott Sullivan
  Wed, 6 Jun 2001 11:39:14 -0800
  ...I have the same oil pump, fuel system, valve cover, oil pan, exhaust system, hoses, vacuum pump. The oil leak still occurs, maybe at...
• Engine Conversion's Done (long)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 23 Sep 1998 00:06:44 EDT
  ...Better fuel mileage, great torque, slightly cheaper fuel price, no ignition system, motor is proven to be very reliable, VW powerplant that any dealer...
• FS 1981 Westy near SF, CA
  Historical mailing list - Mike Munnelly
  Tue, 13 Feb 2001 19:47:37 EST
  ...a rebuildable engine (engine fully disassembled, parts cleaned, boxed and labeled), Complete exhaust system (CA model) with brand new muffler, Complete fuel injection system...
• Re: Ethanol Free Gas.. No fuel pump buzzing?
  Historical mailing list - James
  Mon, 29 Feb 2016 11:41:35 -0500
  ...lower viscosity, which may cause certain fuel > > injection systems to inject more E10 per cycle, lowering fuel mileage.) > > > > I had an '83 VW Rabbit...
• Re: tiico conversion vs. other I4 conversions
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Thu, 3 Jan 2002 20:44:11 -0800
  ...I know these are largely undocumented but, perhaps more light can be shed on this Bosch fuel management system, and other US Market applications...
• Must sell my Vanagon - Comments appreciated
  Historical mailing list - Pat Sloan
  Sat, 16 Oct 2010 15:48:54 -0700
  ...I made a poor choice when I bought it and have spent several thousand $ on a completely new fuel delivery system and lots of...
• Re: VW=On-going maintenance concern
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 14:08:02 -0700
  ...The O2 sensor is a critical part of VW's Fuel Management system. It >"burns out" at about 60k. The replacement is simple (less...
• Need help my van won't start
  Historical mailing list - Alan S Gondry
  Tue, 3 Oct 2000 22:22:25 -0700
  ...Opening up the fuel system to see if the fuel pump was working. It seems to. Working on the spark. At first it seemed...
• Re: Burnt Vanagon of the Week
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 5 Mar 2006 19:04:27 -0800
  ...Burnt Vanagon of the Week > rsf wrote: >> If you are really that paranoid I would suggest a Suppression system >> used in boats...try www...
• Re: Looking for fuel system parts, 81 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Thu, 18 Jul 2002 07:23:23 -0400
  ...But I am still on the lookout for the "fuel filler neck with restriction for leadfree gasoline". VW part number 251-201-119A. The...
• Re: Replacement fuel tank question
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Mon, 21 Jul 2014 17:28:53 -0700
  ...Replacement fuel tank question >> >> I suspect that fuel tanks have to pass NHTSA testing as done by the >> manufacturer in their vehicle crash tests...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 24 Aug 2002 22:39:54 -0400
  You have spent a lot of time and effort tampering with a fuel injection system that did not have a problem. Now things are...
• Re: GoWesty Engine Management system
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 6 Nov 2020 17:52:39 -0800
  ...OBD2 system work with the > older style PWM idle control valve and AFM. > > re: performance off idle at ~ 2000 RPM (and maybe fuel efficiency...
• HELP! F.I. re-conversion- double relay questions
  Historical mailing list - Jon Joyce
  Sat, 31 Aug 2002 14:28:09 -0500
  ...Basically, the system works fine but is not getting fuel at hot start. The cylinder head temp sensor is new, BTW. Sooooo... I have...
• Re: Which gas??
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sat, 4 Mar 2000 09:05:33 -0800
  ...Also alcohol is >> very hard on the O-rings and the other rubber parts in a Volkswagen fuel >> injection system as it tends to...
• Re: Was E15 fuel, now Snake Oil
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:28:27 -0800
  ...Was E15 fuel, now Snake Oil > > Cascade? As in dishwasher detergent? > > "shakes head " > > > alistair > > > On 2012-12-27, at 6:50 AM, Tom Hargrave...
• Re: Engine stops running at red lights
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 06:57:54 EST
  ...As for gas related problems, you do not have a carburettor but your Westy is fuel injected. The fuel injection system is run by...
• Re: 88 GL - Failure to Start - but now it does!! Hip Hip Huzzah!! The cost of Diesel Fuel.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 13 Jun 2014 21:15:42 -0400
  ...88 GL - Failure to Start - but now it does!! Hip Hip Huzzah!! The cost of Diesel Fuel. Dennis, I don't drive 55. I...
• Re: Pittsburgh Vanagon Meetup
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:20:51 -0800
  ...allowing those list members that are > thinking about doing their fuel lines, coolant systems parts, or brakes to > learn and break things on my...
• Re: Friday NVC: British Carburettor hilarity
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 15 Oct 2010 19:57:26 -0700
  ...scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > I was surprised all right ..a leather fuel system part. > > > Very OT, but years ago, I recall having a chat...
• Re: Opinions from TIICO customers
  Historical mailing list - Jim Huskins
  Sat, 2 Jun 2001 12:06:23 -0400
  ...one with a zero mile inline four, with a updated fuel injection > system. John, Thank you, thank you! I started this thread--innocently, I...
• Wanted 1.6 diesel parts
  Historical mailing list - Ram�n Celaya
  Fri, 1 Jan 1904 01:52:39 -0800
  ...In my plan of convertion I want get out (bye bye) injection system and ECU and electric pump, Carburator and mechanic fuel pump are...
• Re: fuel pump noise
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 11 Jul 2006 22:15:39 EDT
  ...http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
• Re: Look what came out of the fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 10:21:21 -0500
  ...Looks like several people have used this one: > >>> http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_1178_1457/fuel-gas-tank.html > >>> > >>> -john > >>> > >>> On...
• The Beck Spyder and Fuel/Air meter question
  Historical mailing list - Bob Polys
  Mon, 1 Jul 1996 14:47:32 -0500 (CDT)
  ...We used the stand and engine as a fixture to add flanges to the Beck exhaust system. The 'stock Beck exhaust' arrived in a...
• FS: Enhanced 1988 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:16:35 -0400
  ...I just flushed the clutch and braking system and checked the brakes. They are fine. . Left inner Front head light has a crack. Interior...
• Re: Friday's known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 08:36:42 -0500
  ...cigar tube, clamps rust, hose brittle > Plastic fuel fitting on firewall fails > Fuel tank vent system leaks > 8 - Front heater: blow motor seizes,blows...
• MSDS Porsche 911 engines into vanagons ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 11 Apr 94 22:32:26 CDT
  ...i called about a larger fuel tank for the vanagon ... 85 liters instead of 60 liter standard. the price was $800. for the fuel...
• Re: fuel pressure regulator and manifold vacuum experiment
  Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
  Fri, 17 Aug 2001 15:39:39 -0400
  Hi, I have one of these vacuum guages and I have borrowed Robert Lilley's fuel pressure guage, so I will give your test...
• Re: '91 vanagon GL fuel injector flush/clean?
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 11:13:48 EDT
  ...Call around to several of your local garages and you'll find this commercial system at one of them. We use it at the...
• Re: fuel pressure regulator questions
  Historical mailing list - t
  Tue, 13 Jun 2000 21:11:01 -0700
  ...I still think you otter look in the Air Meter box on top of the Fuel Injection system Is that plug on tight? If...
• Re: Fuel Gauge Behavior Changed
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:29:14 -0400
  But, he said he put 16.1 gallons of fuel into the tank. That indicates that the tank is not damaged -- it holds what...
• Re: re. natural gas, propane
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Thu, 8 Jun 2000 14:48:40 -0700
  ...Having a duel/fuel vehicle extends the range of the vehicle considerably and > you have a second complete fuel system should the digifant fail...
• Re: 88 GL - Failure to Start - but now it does!! Hip Hip Huzzah!! The cost of Diesel Fuel.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 13 Jun 2014 20:11:57 -0400
  ...With a 100 gallon tank I get to pick where I get fuel when traveling. I prefer truck stops and in particular the FlyingJ...
• Re: '83 overheating
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 16 Jul 1996 10:43:19 PDT
  ...This is my first water > cooled VW so this whole thing is a mystery to me! At the time of > purchase, the fuel and...
• Questions re Billy Bones
  Historical mailing list - Warren.K.Lail-1
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 19:46:56 -0600
  ...the exhaust system soon, but for now I'm going to go with what I have. Questions: 1. I replaced the fuel lines that...
• Re: making a little headway but need advice
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sat, 7 Dec 2013 13:52:57 -0500
  ...fuel pump work. >> I have fitted a replacement fuel pump, filters etc and have it working and seen fuel pressure at the system gauge...
• Re: Gas question, seriously folks
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 12:16:04 -0500
  ...So, it makes no difference what > grade fuel you are using�the engine management system will make the > necessary adjustment. If you need more...
• Re: about oil additives
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 27 Jul 2009 07:06:44 -0500
  ...But I'll go one step further and state that most fuel system additives, transmission additives and cooling system additives are "snake oil" with...
• Re: Putting a 2.1L where my 1.9L used to be......
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 12 May 2012 18:11:53 -0700
  ...as it has the correct timing marks for the 1.9 distributor and fuel system. On 5/12/2012 4:44 PM, Paul wrote...
• Re: 1986-91 wire harness
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 Mar 2012 06:14:36 -0400
  The temp 2 sensor and fuel injectors use the same connectors. Cal-Term-08653 works. This connector pigtail also works on the throttle switch...
• Parts Identification Help
  Historical mailing list - Andrew, Bob
  Fri, 5 Jun 1998 09:05:35 +0100
  ...They are scalloped to allow the fuel filler pipe to pass by on one side. Each tank has 2 flexible hoses (about quarter inch...
• 2.1l Spark plug wire routing
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Thu, 27 May 2010 23:44:11 -0600
  ...http://www.williamsitconsulting.com/westy/DSCN2355.JPG And yes, the fuel lines are next... but I'm curious if these are "stock" VW fuel...
• Re: '85 GL won't start
  Historical mailing list - SStones
  Mon, 14 Jul 1997 19:27:06 -0400
  ...Due to the widespread knowledge of this effective way to start a flooded engine, many fuel injection systems (I know Fords are) are in...
• Re: Bad Cat???
  Historical mailing list - The Blackhams
  Tue, 22 Aug 2000 19:57:19 -0600
  ...If you graph CO and HC by fuel mixture you get the following: CO Emmissions 6 5.5 5 * 4.5 * 4 * 3.5...
• My Vanagon's Inspection Report
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Tue, 15 Aug 2000 08:18:30 -0700
  ...Recommend all fuel hoses & coolant reservoir tank replaced. Needs fuel tank crossover pipe, grommets & fuel sender o-ring. Possible fuel sender leaks. 8. Recommend...
• Re: Contests for a Vanagon get together
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Thu, 16 Aug 2007 20:41:14 -0400
  ...Biggest fuel drip contest - Contestants will be given a 4' by 4' piece of cardboard which is placed under the fuel tank. Fuel tanks...
• Re: Visual Difference(s) between 1.9L & 2.1L Distributors?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 5 Jun 2016 01:46:48 -0400
  The distributors are unique to the fuel injection system/year of vehicle. Not the engine if doing a swap. The 1.9 distributor for...
• Passed Smog Test!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Mon, 5 Feb 96 12:03:01 PST
  ...PCV System Thermostatic Air Cleaner Fuel Evaporative Controls Exhaust Gas Recirculation Ignition Spark Controls Carburetor Air Injection Pump Air Pump Belt Air Injection Plumbing...
• RE: the stupidest question yet!
  Historical mailing list - Lebron,Nathan
  Wed, 02 Jul 97 11:57:00 E
  ...in my 84 westy? They are not needed to hang the curtains and seem to have little to do with the fuel infection system.
• Re: Coolant down /No leaks
  Historical mailing list - Pfunky
  Tue, 26 May 1998 09:04:18 EDT
  ...There are dyes for the cooling system, oil, fuel, trans, even A/C. An ultra violet light is necessary (and fairly costly) so it...
• O2 sensors - OEM or after-market?
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Mon, 6 Jun 2005 20:38:10 -0600
  ...Also, if anyone knows of a clear write-up that explains the different components of the fuel system - i.e. the roles of the...