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• Re: TiiCo California Smog Legal!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 15 Jan 2004 11:01:58 -0800
  ...The ECU that is mentioned in the EO *WILL NOT* work with the fuel injection system on the motor nor even plug into the...
• blinking coolant light -- opinions on diagnosis needed
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sun, 9 Sep 2007 12:03:12 -0700
  We'll, now that the fuel system on my '90 is sorted, the coolant system wants attention. Yesterday the coolant light started blinking. Needle...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - Steven Dodson
  Sat, 24 Aug 2002 18:41:19 -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: Not quite a backfire . . .
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:36:26 -0700
  ...Yes....backfire like sounds can be from fuel in the exhaust system getting ignited. however, by your own logic and indications observed ( 02 meter...
• Re: 11MPG!
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Mon, 30 Nov 1998 14:28:35 -0500
  ...Check the vanagon archives for descriptions for checking and readjusting this component of the fuel injection system. It might help. Rick Koller '90 syncro...
• Re: Cheers to Steve!, was: Detlev Hanschke DBA The Vanagon Projekt
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Oct 1999 09:40:51 -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...
• Small coolant hose size
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 21 Jan 2023 23:12:52 -0500
  ...Mainly I have fuel hose from the gas tank change out so in those diameters. I think 11 and 7 millimeters. I can’t...
• Outstanding 1990 Westy for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Rose Geiger
  Wed, 19 May 1999 15:31:53 -0400
  ...pump, plugs, wires, distributor parts, fuel filter, air filter, coolant and brake fluids replaced and complete new brake system. Located in Leesburg, Florida. Phone...
• Re: water in gas (wasMarvelous! Mysterious! But what's wrong with my engine?
  Historical mailing list - Richard A. Jones
  Wed, 20 Oct 1999 17:10:24 -0600
  ...I always assumed it was condensation plus some quirk of the gas tank/fuel line design. We started getting oxygenated gas in the fall...
• Looking for digifant vw school book
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Wed, 23 Jan 2002 20:18:53 -0500
  Volks, I just acquired a 1988 Wolfsburg edition to add to my collection...............Currently not running, but know it is fuel injection related. I...
• 3K btu coleman heater
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Tue, 24 Feb 2004 11:40:18 -0500
  ...Catalytic heater with platinum technology provides flameless warmth Pressure-regulated propane fuel system Operates up to 8 hours on 16oz. Coleman propane cylinder 5053A...
• Power Steering hose with new hydraulic hose
  Historical mailing list - Martine Boudreault
  Sat, 23 Apr 2005 13:16:30 -0400
  ...The hydraulic hose is rated 5000 lbs. (Much higher than our system after checking with my local Volk dealer) Very easy repair. Thanks again...
• Re: Fuel Pump Noise
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 31 Mar 2006 09:36:11 -0500
  ...Does it sound like my tank is on its way > out or is there another part of the system that has produced this filter...
• Was: Electric Vanagon? Now really useful tips..
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:30:56 -0500
  ...Some sites claim 5 to 10% fuel savings. Spit-balling: The alternator would only be loaded during: 1> braking 2>battery voltage below 11...
• Re: low fuel pressure and lean engine
  Historical mailing list - J. Harvey
  Mon, 5 Jul 2004 00:17:35 -0700
  ...Maybe it is for before the fuel pumpt? It's a square > >> >plastic white one and my current fuel filter...
• Re: diesel engine not start when cold but great once warm
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 13:19:17 -0400
  ...A pinhole leak in either input or return lines will let the fuel system drain and it takes about a minute of cranking to...
• Re: Trasco oil filter system
  Historical mailing list - Mike Moery
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 19:15:55 -0900
  ...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: Today's PUZZLER... SLWR-VAN won't start
  Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
  Fri, 23 Jun 2000 12:16:12 -0700
  ...The digitool says there isn't power from the ECU to either the coil or the fuel injection system when I turn the key...
• Re: Hard starting when cold 2.1 WBX
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 15 Nov 2011 01:44:03 -0600
  ...I'm >pretty familiar with how the Digifant FI is supposed to work and >have checked the temperature 2 sensor and idle control systems...
• Re: Fuel pump is not running
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Sun, 23 May 2010 16:28:16 -0400
  ...Tap the fuel pump with a plastic screw driver handle. Rap on it a few times then see if you have pressure. If not...
• Re: dual fuel conversion (LPG, propane, etc)
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 3 Oct 2004 23:55:35 -0600
  ...Here in the US many a propane fueled vehicle has found itself out of fuel. The dual fuel conversion in the US is the...
• Re: Bucko update
  Historical mailing list - John S. Klun
  Sat, 30 Nov 2002 16:33:09 -0700
  ...This is mainly because there is no progress! > > Just to clarify- it's not grounds, air leaks, fuel supply power supply, etc. It starts...
• Re: Start problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Tue, 4 Aug 2015 06:49:31 -0400
  ...Start problem > > I just replaced all of the fuel lines except above fuel tank and all 4 fuel > injectors. Injectors all have new hoses...
• Re: Cranks, won't start
  Historical mailing list - Charles \"Luke\" Lukey
  Sat, 20 Nov 1999 14:18:34 -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: How loud is your fuel pump?
  Historical mailing list - John Andrew
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 20:38:47 -0700
  ...How loud is your fuel pump? > Mine can be quiet at times and then other times I can hear it whine like that Nanny...
• Re: ECU & Coolant Temp Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:07:31 -0500
  ...running rich. �Furthermore, if the ECU does get data from the stock system, how will the aftermarket system get tied into the ECU? � I...
• Re: Dual Webbers on a 2.1 water cooler
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 21 Aug 2003 21:54:04 -0400
  ...No computer to control things, just raw fuel - > now. Of course trying to push a syncro westy, my neck > is still OK. Malcolm I...
• Re: Thick-Glasses /How Do U Clean Injectors?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Sat, 11 Apr 1998 11:10:59 -0400
  >> 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: Trasco oil filter system
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 2 Jan 2002 19:17:20 -0800
  ...That web page also sells one of those fuel gizmos that gives you much more power and far better fuel economy. If that works...
• Re: Replacing Fuel Hose
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Wed, 4 Apr 2007 15:31:41 -0500
  ...The guy asks me if > it was fuel injection hose and I said yes. He told me that I needed > special > fuel injection hose...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 28 Nov 2011 to 29 Nov 2011 - Special issue (#2011-915)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:10:26 -0500
  ...Fuel pump rubber mount, 113 142 355 B -$16.52 (OEM from VW) And my <www.frankcondelli.com/por15.htm> webpage Bracket, Fuel filter...
• Boston Bobs day at the dyno
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Thu, 20 Dec 2001 10:25:10 -0500
  ...some more testing is needed after a way is found to get the air fuel ratio dialed in on both vanagon injection systems. the...
• Re: Ethanol most common E85?
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Fri, 21 Apr 2006 19:24:31 -0400
  ...fill your fuel oil tank for winter (its inside and won't gel up without stabilizers or alterations to the fuel system like you...
• Fw: Re: No start..... rebuilt engine.... over my head...
  Historical mailing list - Vince Jahn
  Wed, 27 Jul 2005 16:23:12 -0700
  ...components where checked...(Fuel-air-fire), injection wiring and all > > FI components, AFM, that stupid 84 hall-sender and idle system control... > > EVERYTHING... mechanical...
• Re: Vanagon - Ready to get gas tank reseal kit installed - Last questions
  Historical mailing list - David Johnson
  Mon, 31 Jul 2006 08:56:03 -0600
  On the expansion tanks, it seems there are two different versions of them - one has a plastic fuel line molded onto the tank itself...
• Re: Gas question, seriously folks
  Historical mailing list - James
  Sun, 15 Dec 2013 13:31:23 -0500
  ...used for the 1983� to 1985 models, which used a fuel injection system known as "Digijet" (Digital Jet-tronic) > � 1.9 L (1,913...
• Re: fuel pressure regulator and manifold vacuum experiment
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sat, 18 Aug 2001 00:08:10 -0500
  ...My new remanufactured fuel > injectors ($193) will enjoy it. After spending about $600 (Thanks George > Jr.) on my AC system, my walletectomy is about...
• Re: Octane smoctane
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Sun, 27 May 2007 15:36:55 -0400
  ...the potential of the fuel being used. Simply upping the octane won't do it unless the engine management system automatically tries to increase...
• Re: Bosch books
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 11 Oct 95 20:32:01 CDT
  ...Fuel-Injection System ISBN 0-8376-0469-9 RBP order # H160, BOS order # 1-987-722-160 * Motronic Combined Ignition and Fuel-Injection System...
• Slow Car Fast House?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 31 Dec 2019 13:14:23 -0500
  ...This is an easy way for rain water to get into the fuel tank. >>> >>> After install pressure test-smoke test the entire system before...
• Re: High altitude power loss
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Bulley
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 09:20:16 -0400
  ...Upon acceleration on the following climb, you were caught in the delay as the huge bubble in you fuel system made its way through...
• Re: Strange no start problem - still having issues
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Thu, 24 Aug 2006 14:30:50 -0400
  ...I know the fuel injection system is setup to stop the fuel pump running when the engine is not running but the key is...
• Doing a 1.9l to 2.1l swap
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 3 May 2000 22:19:59 EDT
  ...I am also using the fuel injection system from the 1.9l. I hope to have this up and running tomorrow. Any input from...
• Re: Identify the mystery I4 engine and WIN!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 22 Jun 2003 23:23:37 -0700
  ...Uses the same fuel pressure as the Vanagon so it won't tax your fuel pump like a CIS system will. The wiring harness...
• Re: Need Sender Advice (Step 1)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 8 Nov 1999 23:18:02 -0600
  ...Head Temperature > Voltage > Amperage > Water Temperature > Coolant system pressure (Still debating this one) > Air-to-fuel ratio > > Thanks in advance for your help. > > Ken...
• Tiico fuel rail info........
  Historical mailing list - Arlen & Edie
  Wed, 11 Jul 2001 23:47:21 -0700
  ...from another person that the fuel pressure regulator from the > vanagon is not sufficient for the Motronic system. It evidently is > calibrated to expect...
• Help! Diesel line, High pressure?
  Historical mailing list - Otmar Ebenhoech
  Sat, 16 May 1998 23:58:11 -0700
  ...Does anyone know if the original fuel line to the engine is safe for high pressure? It's one of those hard plastic brown...
• FS: beautiful 84 West Wolfy for sale at Yahoo Auction
  Historical mailing list - Cort, Joel
  Fri, 6 Oct 2000 16:59:34 -0400
  ...Alpine CD Sound system. For more info and Questions send e-mail or call 770 598 5681. Many more pictures available. Not Mine - just...
• Re: Turning kills engine--??
  Historical mailing list - ---------------------
  Fri, 11 May 2007 13:25:28 -0400
  ...The Digijet fuel system has no way of adjusting the idle. When this is required VW used a throattle bypass valve. You will see...
• Re: Water in the Gas Tank
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:23:57 -0400
  ...Pour the purged fuel into a suitably rated fuel can > >>> for later disposal (alternately, you can just drain large amounts > >>> directly into a fuel...
• Re: sad engine fire victim, 88 Wolfy
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Thu, 1 May 2008 23:59:26 -0700
  ...Next they really were a design improvement as Bosch found out that their previous small steel ring system proved to have insufficient fuel reserve...
• Re: Look what came out of the fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Lloyd
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 09:50:16 -0700
  ...Looks like several people have used this one: >>>> http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_1178_1457/fuel-gas-tank.html >>>> >>>> -john >>>> >>>>> On...
• Re: Fuel and temp gauges - wacky
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Tue, 2 Jun 2009 22:04:44 -0500
  ...if so, what are the equivalent settings in ohms > for testing the fuel and temp gauges? settings from bentley are 55, 560 > (fuel) and...
• vanagon stall 'n stumble resolved
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Fri, 17 Sep 2004 10:22:49 -0400
  ...Actually, I would have saved a lot of work had I gone immediately to Bentley and systematically gone through the fuel injection checks. Instead...
• Re: help with 91GL problem - it likes flatbed rides too much
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Brobst
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 09:41:53 -0400
  thanks Thomas Brobst Accu-Sort Systems, Inc Staff Mechanical Engineer 215-721-5061 fax 215-799-1600 If we knew what it was we...
• '90 Syncro starting problem
  Historical mailing list - John Gearing
  Mon, 20 Sep 2004 09:32:47 +0200
  ...motor, new fuel filter, set mixture, new electrical unit at ignition, compression test - replace inlet valve on one cylinder, fuel system cleaned. After all...
• HOW TO--Fuel line replacement, FI Bus
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Jun 96 13:34:05 PDT
  ...The fuel system is a loop, so unused fuel gets put back in to the fuel tank via the return line. Go back to...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Fri, 29 Apr 2016 06:08:30 -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...
• stalling problem
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Mon, 24 Mar 2003 16:25:52 -0800
  ...The 3rd time it happened (yesterday) I had 3/4 of a tank of fuel, and a fully functional charging system. There was no...
• Re: Fuel Pump Cavitating??
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sun, 13 Mar 2005 11:19:34 -0500
  ...Put a fuel pressure gauge in the fuel rail to verify pressure. 5. Test the system with a known good pump. Helpful Anecdote In...