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• Re: Early 84 sliding door mechanism - need a part!
  Historical mailing list - Skip Laubach
  Sun, 17 Sep 2023 12:16:35 -0500
  ...Where are you located? > > Your van engine and ignition is one I actually really like. > Despite everything I’m a fan of a 2...
• Update: Evaluating a "Found" Engine
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Thu, 6 Nov 2008 21:11:43 -0500
  ...The engine isn't quite as complete as I had imagined.... The exhaust system exists only as flanges mated to the heads, and one...
• Re: Interpretting Compression Values- 88GL?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 4 Jun 2003 19:07:43 -0400
  Compression tests can be very misleading and having good compression is not always signs of a healthy engine with lots of life left. The...
• Re: Electric Vanagon via EV West?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 25 Aug 2021 21:24:48 -0400
  I actually think it will be great when along with posts about gas engines and diesel, and different types of gas engines in our...
• new engine, mechanics in Boulder, CO
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Tue, 31 May 2005 22:52:35 -0400
  ...Lesson number one on fulltiming in a vanagon: don't make any plans that involve other people on a schedule. If it were just...
• Re: More AFM/ECU reverse engineering results coming
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Tue, 19 Dec 2006 16:22:41 -0800
  ...Across the heat sink > is also a BD647 NPN Darlington, a Motorola TE2369 (Which I can't find, > probably a house number. Anyone know...
• Re: Does ETKA like application exist for RENAULT? NVC
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 28 Nov 2008 15:58:39 -0800
  ...Is the the turbo diesel engine in yours ? A common conversion on those is a Buick or Chrysler V-6 gasoline engine and auto...
• Bostig's first e85 powered Zetec was: E85 in vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Mon, 21 May 2007 16:56:22 -0400
  ...We rushed over to the local smog station to get emissions numbers from the rolling road dyno test, but junior had already gone home...
• Re: AFM Data Requested
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 16 Nov 2006 21:29:30 -0500
  ...year, type 6) Engine year, type (be sure I know if it's not a stock engine, etc) 7) Part number from your AFM...
• Re: 80-83 or 83.5-86 or 87-91 best year model and why?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Mon, 19 Jul 2004 15:56:36 -0400
  ...I dunno if the engine is more prone to that failure, or if it is just a numbers game (the 2.1 was sold...
• Re: Home Made version of "the easy-bleed" for de-airing your van's rad.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 23 Oct 2007 18:36:14 -0400
  ...tank after a number of heat-cool cycles. The real trick to bleeding is to d it with the engine cold. You should open...
• Re: '80 Westy - Fuel Line Replacement Time
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 20:30:29 -0700
  ...Inside the engine compartment itself something around 1 foot of 7mm line is sufficient. Originally, the run from the front engine tin up to...
• Re: Canadian remains was Re: disaster
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:48:42 -0400
  ...disaster > > >> Bob, >> >> What is it with these Canadian re-manufactured engines anyway? I have >> encountered a number of tales of engines that have failed...
• Re: Idle switch
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 25 Dec 2006 14:05:14 -0500
  ...The part >> number is 025 906 017. This number is on the plastic plate that holds >> the >> actual switch. The actual switch has the...
• Re: Big battery installed
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 25 May 2015 14:43:08 -0700
  ...But the skid plate is made from 3/8" 5052 (I think that's the right alloy number) plate. It is full welded to...
• Re: Transmission upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:38:16 -0400
  ...A number of parts are smaller and thus weaker. A turbo engine especially a turbo diesel should have no problem tearing up the air...
• Re: Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 2 Jul 2010 19:24:15 -0700
  ...I think engineers only 'get close' too often. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dave Mcneely" <mcneely4@COX.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Friday, July...
• Re: 85 Westy drive belt
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 22 Aug 1999 23:16:20 -0700
  Engine running rich is a toughie, could be any number of things. Drive belt is a half-hour job at the most, and the...
• Re: '99 SA Vanagon pics
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 18:11:50 -0700
  ...to maintain or upgrade our old vans, and a large enough number of them (me included) were willing to put down a sizable deposit...
• Groovey Pulley (long)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Chen
  Fri, 12 Dec 1997 18:36:56 -0400
  What I thought would be an easy fix has turned into a nightmare...While searching for a replacement engine last year for my '84...
• Re: Distributor Hall Sender Connector
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Tue, 22 Feb 2005 14:00:57 -0800
  ...But it looks like it's for a 1.9L engine. > Oh, and my ETKA won't give me a part number for > some...
• Re: Early 84 sliding door mechanism - need a part!
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 17 Sep 2023 13:04:38 -0400
  ...For background, my rebuilder is a renowned air-cooled >> guy (he rebuilds engines for the "American Pickers" personal collections). >> He timed the engine up...
• DIESEL starting and other general questions
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Earl
  Wed, 19 Nov 2003 14:16:46 -0800
  ...This indicator would be useful to diagnose a number of glow plug problems." IIRC, the Bentley specifies that--assuming a cold engine--the glow...
• Re: VW Rep visits my Eurovan....
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 20 Oct 1999 18:23:17 +0200
  ...Compare that to the 140 hp and 240 > >Nm@3000 rpm in the VR6. > > > >To put these numbers to the tarmac, the VR6 needs...
• Re: Reinforced tires - what about other vans?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 15 Mar 2009 23:48:23 -0400
  Allan, Yes, I'm arguing those same engineers that gave us our cooling, brake and A/C systems. More accurately, I'm pitting more...
• Re: Problem with local service shop (vancouver, BC)... slight rant
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 18:40:44 -0500
  ...There are a number of tools available for this task. As a quick check, next time the noise is there, remove the valve covers...
• Re: Vanagon 1.9 Cat on Jetta 2.0 engine?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 17 Mar 2008 17:49:04 -0700
  ...Vanagon 1.9 Cat on Jetta 2.0 engine? > > Thanks Jake et al. > > Turns out the whole parts scavenging was a bust. The spare...
• Re: Aux Oil Cooler install...results Aircooled vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 28 Jun 2002 14:29:42 -0500
  ...Stan On Fri, 28 Jun 2002 11:24:59 EDT Frank Grunthaner <FrankGRUN@AOL.COM> writes: > Adam, > > Good numbers! My results on the inline...
• Replacement engine - necessary, advisable ?
  Historical mailing list - James Adams
  Tue, 12 Feb 2002 14:37:59 -0800
  ...been told by two separate, reputable mechanics that the engine's days are numbered. The oil pressure is 29 at 2000 RPM, which I...
• Re: FRYDAY: RE-OPEN VANAGON ASSEMBLY
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 30 May 2006 16:43:39 -0400
  ...would be exempt from the DOT crunching? (Or maybe swap vin numbers around so that it seems to be your old van -- a little...
• Re: Anyone running a Oettinger powered Van( or completed van) ?
  Historical mailing list - Lloyd McClelland
  Tue, 3 Feb 2004 11:57:11 -0800
  ...Investing up to $5000.00 for a bigger engine so you can run an extra 50K miles is about two to three times what...
• Re: TiiCo California Smog Legal!
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Sat, 17 Jan 2004 22:23:30 +0000
  ...with the fact that the 2lr engine is imported and that number is not on any engine that was put into a US production...
• Re: How To Find Stuff in ETKA?
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Wed, 23 May 2007 12:03:08 -0700
  ...at a VW dealership, was looking up a part, > it's "exploded" pictoral diagram with part numbers etc. they would > refer to. > > Cheers! > > Neil...
• Air Filter Intake Assembly
  Historical mailing list - Gregory M Daughtry
  Fri, 09 May 97 17:29:00 PDT
  ...it off and let the air filter get air from the engine compartment. They did not replace this piece. Here are my questions: 1...
• Re: 1981 Westy gas tank capacity
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:07:58 -0500
  ...Divide the reading on the trip odometer by this number. The pump shut-off is not always consistent, so it's best to do...
• Re: Cabriolet in Denver?
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 25 Jun 2005 18:51:13 -0700
  ...Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics 214-352-4931 www.engineceramics.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "Karl Wolz" <wolzphoto@WORLDNET.ATT.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
• Re: Australian Transporter TDI!
  Historical mailing list - Karl Batzler
  Tue, 18 May 1999 08:35:32 -0700
  ...Quality control is up drastically, and most prices reasonable (although the new EV seem a little stiff consider the low numbers being imported. My...
• HEADSTUD HORROR!
  Historical mailing list - James Ruch
  Tue, 21 Dec 1999 05:01:08 PST
  ...going into the final torque sequence (anicipating the sound of the engine firing on the first attempt)... at the specified 37 ft. lbs.... out...
• Re: Oil cooler: possible to use AC condenser?
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Fri, 18 Feb 2000 13:50:31 -0500
  Eric, Number one, you are totally off base in regards to not lubricating below 150. As long as there is flow, there is lubrication...
• Re: 3rd-4th gear lockup question
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Wed, 4 Apr 2001 22:34:15 -0700
  ...while I'm putting > in my new Boston Bob engine. > > Have VW receipt with part numbers, if that helps. Any advice > much appreciated! > > Steve
• Engine shot? Odd compression readings
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sullivan
  Mon, 17 Sep 2001 10:44:58 -0700
  ...Am concerned about the readings I got, need you expert's help diagnosing results. (Not sure I have the cylinder numbers right.) #1 (RR...
• Re: Noisy lifter
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 13:28:24 -0500
  ...Depending on the engine miles and cam condition you then have to decide if you're going to install a whole set of new...
• Re: Resistor PN # 022 906 079
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 8 Feb 2004 18:44:01 -0600
  ...If I remember correctly it came > from > the engine compartment. I don't remember if it came from an air-cooled > van > or a...
• Mileage Survey Results
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 13 Nov 2007 10:02:11 -0800
  ...Summary Results Number of respondents: 86 1.9L Vanagons with Auto Transmissions (n=7), min mpg=13, max=20, mean=17.4. 1.9L...
• Re: Toilet paper filter is better
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 15:09:19 -0700
  ...business, savings on filters, multiplying engine life, saving of buying new engines or reconditioning them, keeping extra number of mechanics etc. The little guy...
• Re: '88 Westy: Towing Capacity?
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 3 Jun 2005 00:36:29 -0500
  ...This :::> always struck me as highly optimistic, as the little 4 cylinder, 100 :::> horsepower engine seems to have its hands full just propelling itself...
• Re: 15 degree VW I4 mount question
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 20 Aug 2007 12:47:40 -0700
  ...are completely different in number, size, and > placement. You can buy an adapter plate to put inline 4 VW engines on > boxer bellhousings. The...
• Re: Troubleshooting Question
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 14 Oct 1997 21:14:23 -0700
  ...24 Number: 92-01 Date: February 29, 1992 Subject: Vanagon Intermittent Misfire Model(s): All Vanagon Digifant Fuel Injection Engines CONDITION After driving for...
• Engine seal gaps
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Apr 1996 10:09:31 -0500 (CDT)
  ...So basically it is sucking hot air off of the exhaust pipe for the number 2 and 4 cylinders straight into the engine compartment...
• Re: Westy camping in Europe, home now, part 1
  Historical mailing list - Theodore Hoekman
  Sat, 18 Jul 2015 12:24:02 -0400
  ...I believe the 87 Westy has the original engine since that > is what the PO told me and the engine serial number is correct...
• Re: 86 digifant running rich
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Thu, 3 Jun 1999 03:52:33 -0700
  ...run engine to 3000, measure timing. I have to check the book every time I do this, but I believe the numbers are Coby...
• Re: Air Getting into Cooling system
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 2 Apr 2006 09:23:33 -0500
  ...Do this in the morning when the engine is cold. After shutting off the engine, remove the coolant cap and see if you get...
• Re: Engine Break-In Oil Weight
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Mon, 7 May 2007 22:48:32 -0400
  The cylinders and liners failed and you think the rest of the engine is healthy? On what basis? What happened to the pistons? If...
• Re: 2.1WBX running rich
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Jan 2015 12:34:25 -0500
  ...With engine running you can connect the lead to ground, the engine should go rich and you should see the sensor voltage go up...
• Re: Cooler thermostat question? when needed?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Wed, 20 Sep 2000 15:46:50 -0700
  ...you're cooling system has done all it can do to keep your engine cool... I expect you will reach that rather quickly on...
• Re: Update on Waterboxer vs Transplant Power Options
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 4 Jun 2001 22:19:45 -0700
  ...I kinda expect some flak for the low numbers on the stock TII CO engine, but I find no verifiable source to support the...
• Re: Travels
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 03 Mar 95 14:17:12 CST
  ...during my >trip as well as get the best RPM for cruising speed without undue engine >wear. (the engine has about 94,200 miles...
• On the Lower Perceived Lifetime of Diesel Vanagons ACT VW Diesels
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 28 Sep 2001 03:42:01 EDT
  ...So a vanagon engine lifetime of 110,000 miles translates to about 200,000 miles in rabbit units. Seems OK to me! Engine longevity...
• Re: VW Fox rubber engine mounts L/R Same? (Vanagon conversion)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:03:48 -0700
  ...VW Fox rubber engine mounts L/R Same? (Vanagon conversion) Thanks Mark. The numbers help. I think they're the same. I'm good...
• Re: Some 1600cc questions.
  Historical mailing list - Morris H. Arthur
  Mon, 15 May 1995 09:53:21 -0400 (EDT)
  ...This engine has a 050 dizzy fitted. > Now Muir says this is a no no for this engine, as it dosn't retard > #3...