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• Re: Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 20:38:54 -0800
  ...of fuel wasn't being added to that air. I finally found about a dozen tiny leaks in the whole intake system , and that...
• Re: [T2] [BP] What is this-Is it a compressor??
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 28 Feb 2003 11:16:56 -0800
  ...the exhaust system? > >3) All of that electrical system, and no spark or glow plugs. > >4) Where is the fuel system? > >5) If there...
• Re: replacing fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Dean S
  Wed, 17 Jul 2013 11:18:47 -0400
  ...I am looking to replace all fuel lines from the pump backward now as the "too engine/compartment from pump, have all been replaced...
• Re: 83.5 Runs for about 4 seconds
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Tue, 2 May 2006 00:27:56 -0400
  ...I >temporarily reinstalled it. > >I'm suspecting the fuel pump. But I'm not all that savvy with the electric >pump system. > >My theory...
• Re: FS: Westy Eberspacher heater CHEAP!
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 10 Jan 2003 16:16:34 -0600
  ...All of the other parts are relatively cheap compared to the BN-6 heater, compustion blower and fuel pump. I wanted to let those...
• Re: NVC Re: VW gave diesel drivers what they wanted! Tailpipe Emissions!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 2 Oct 2015 10:37:18 -0400
  ...These areas have regulations for most fuel burning appliances including furnaces, boilers, and water heaters. NOx is the major reason that vehicle modifications are...
• Re: Yee haw, got my solar setup installed
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 28 Aug 2005 21:08:49 -0500
  ...Once I got all the twisted, taped up, over stretched and undocumented wires and devices removed I found the fuel delivery (fuel relay) electrical...
• Re: Hijacked thread..Your 2.3 GoWesty
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:37:29 -0800
  ...that we had been able to find a different engine-controlling system.� I would still like to upgrade the whole electronics/fuel management package...
• Re: To test a Thermo time switch, air-cooled
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 9 Dec 2016 17:51:58 -0800
  ...But if the system is not working, it won’t spray. Z From: den jolliffe Sent: Friday, December 09, 2016 5:32 PM To...
• More on Octane rating for Wasserboxer
  Historical mailing list - Johan Nyberg
  Wed, 23 Jul 1997 11:21:07 +0100
  ...The fuel specified for these engines is unleaded 98 (RON) octane, and you are supposed to use a timing advance angle of 10 +/- 1...
• Not running yet. ?????? any ideas.
  Historical mailing list - Carl Hansen
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 17:42:59 -0600
  ...So far: * She's turning over. * Bill says he smells fuel, thought it was getting too much so put a regulator on. * No obvious...
• Re: Fuel pump won't.
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Edwards
  Fri, 10 Nov 2017 21:32:14 -0600
  ...Of all the tanks I have installed the only problems I have had is getting the fuel tank sender to seal properly and having...
• Re: I found a "Mystery Switch" ...
  Historical mailing list - Bob Elliott
  Mon, 24 May 2004 15:51:17 -0700
  ...its a >simple system. >stories you have heard about engine fired are related to fuel lines, just >like the fuel lines in your vanagons...
• Re: french fry/biodiesel
  Historical mailing list - Bill James
  Mon, 24 Jan 2000 16:29:40 -0500
  ...The > manufacturer of such hoses > is Viton, You can get the balance lines and other > return and supply lines > pertaining to the fuel system...
• Re: 87 GL Turns Over Finally!!! was: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Sun, 22 Jul 2007 13:00:50 -0700
  ...Just finished a job > >> > >> replacing > >> > >> fuel tank seals and new fuel filter. > >> > >> > >> > >> Now I'm getting power to the fuel pump at least. Connected...
• Re: Webasto auxiliary heater bbw 46
  Historical mailing list - LA & Glen
  Sat, 21 Oct 2000 09:51:10 -0000
  Jim & Kim, I had one of these systems in my Syncro Westfalia. It was a great option once I had the unit serviced. They...
• $5,000 On Preventative Maintenance
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Thu, 12 Apr 2001 09:06:59 -0700
  ...parts/systems might have worked fine for months, even longer--but I planned driving the van again to Mexico. New alternator All fuel lines...
• Re: Odd Engine Performance
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:46:06 -0800
  I'd agree fuel issue certainly possible but for another possibility, as an off hand bit of diagnosis, assuming it is a stick, about...
• Re: want to buy a fox, (no on the Fox, BUY,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
  Historical mailing list - Pfunky
  Sun, 26 Apr 1998 07:02:08 EDT
  ...It's a very simple fuel injection system and they run smoother than the CIS cars. I have an almost like new 87 Quantum...
• Re: Mtl redline
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Fri, 5 May 2000 12:33:25 -0700
  ...I went to several of my local FLAPS and they said they couldn't order it, even ones who carried Redline fuel system products...
• Re: Anyone install a Generator?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Wed, 2 Oct 2002 14:24:28 -0600
  ...up to the vehicle's 110 electrical system, and have it feed from the vehicle's fuel or LP tank. Anyone been down this...
• Ignition switch and gas tank questions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Morgan
  Fri, 27 Feb 2004 10:26:12 EST
  ...gases in cooling system). Here we go. 1) My ignition switch some times does not work. I get lights hear fuel pump ect... If...
• Re: What voltage do injectors need to fire?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Sep 2004 23:35:04 -0400
  ...The length of time (duty cycle or dwell) determines the amount of fuel delivered. They are triggered once/engine revolution. Auto parts sores sell...
• Re: snake oil VW Carriolet Carrado Cabrio VanagonSupercharger/Turbo ???
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 18 Mar 2006 16:42:33 +1300
  > >Please tell me more about your fabulous Garden Gnome Power Booster system. >>Is it compatible with the Barbie Head Fuel Economizer wedged under my...
• Re: A bit rough idle, running. Unbalanced injectors?
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:46:20 -0400
  ...Some fuel injection > systems use a valve to bypass air around the throttle plate for idle, > and the working end of this valve can...
• CA new gas formula info
  Historical mailing list
  27 May 97 08:45:30 PDT
  ...How much Nitrile is in a complete fuel system? It is difficult to tell because manufacturers will not release this information. Reports show that...
• semi paper project WC to AC stopped
  Historical mailing list - westydriver
  Wed, 2 Oct 2002 15:03:54 -0600
  ...since already injected fuel plumbing is in place. kennedy adaptor set would work for mating to tranny custom engine support bar needed overflow bottle...
• Re: Adjustable rate fuel pressure regulator? anybody try one?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 16 May 2012 14:41:57 -0700
  ...We've got our little pressure gauge hooked up >> to the test tee and it's measuring the difference between the fuel >> system and...
• Re: without thermostat?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 21:19:24 -0600
  ...The other thing is that the fuel injection computer watches the engine temp and sets the mixture approximately. When the engine is cool or...
• Re: Start up,back fire?
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Wed, 20 May 2015 16:48:20 -1000
  ...I've used mine many times >>>>> over the past 40 years to diagnose fuel system problems. >>>>> >>>>> Stuart >>>>> >>>>> -----Original Message----- >>>>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Re: Gas consumption higher in winter?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 1 Dec 2012 00:08:51 -0600
  ...I put a 2.1 in it ...the 'full' 2.1 fuel > injection, cooling system, everything2.1 > In the winter here in Medford OR...
• Re: Frydae - EMP Proofing A Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 2 Nov 2012 20:50:55 -0700
  ...is the fuel shut-off solenoid needs to be re-done so no electricity is needed... After that..all major mechanical systems are purely...
• Re: Boxer electronics options?
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 2 Feb 2009 00:16:56 -0500
  ...5K, the > Tranny is new, the fuel lines are ok, the cooling system is good, the fuel > filter is new, etc, etc. > It seems...
• EV LP gas ignition woes
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 15 Jul 1997 11:00:13 -0700
  ...thinks this is only a fuel pressure problem. The dum thing: I can take it in for repair, but they cannot duplicate the environmental...
• Tiico won't start. Advice or Phone Help Please!
  Historical mailing list - Chris Hinkle
  Fri, 8 Mar 2002 09:22:23 -0600
  ...I did not do the conversion myself, nor am I very familiar with the VW I4 engine in general, or the Tiico fuel system...
• Re: Burned FI wiring
  Historical mailing list - Max Fenner
  Mon, 15 Feb 1999 15:49:07 +0200
  ...car got towed and the mechanics started to work on the system. replaced the wires, fuel pumps a whole lot of things - didn't...
• Re: misc (mpg, transmission, driving habits.)
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 13 Sep 2008 08:45:02 -0400
  ...mea >> culpa. >> >> >> On Sep 12, 2008, at 6:24 PM, Jim Akiba wrote: >> >>> Kim do you have an active EGR system on the SVXs...
• Re: Halon Extinguishers, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sat, 11 Nov 2000 09:49:39 -0800
  ...If you installed an automatic halon system in the engine compartment and there were a fire and the system discharged... it is possible there...
• Re: Turbo Vanagon, Audi 5000 CS Turbo engine for sale: PLEASE DELETE IF NOT INTERESTED, CONTACT "OFF" LIST.
  Historical mailing list - Open Wheel Racing
  Sat, 14 Dec 2002 19:23:31 -0600
  ...oil cooler, after run water pump, injector cooling fan, CIS fuel system, ignition system, etc. If your handy there are some other interesting items...
• Re: 6 guys and vanagon x-country-UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:16:20 -0400
  ...If you have any problems setting the > system up, there is TONS of info on the megasquirt forums. > http://www.msextra.com/index.php...
• Idle Stabs. - opinions
  Historical mailing list - Rocko Flamefart
  Thu, 26 Dec 96 13:30:16 -0600
  ...Is there an easy setting for what the 'cold' rpm should be, or even just a screw to adjust how much extra fuel is...
• Re: 1.9 to 2.1 wbx swap questions
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 11:29:42 -0400
  ...Anyway, I installed the entire 2.1 system - it just seemed to be the right thing to do. This way I have the most...
• Re: Retrofit Electric Pumps and a 110V pre-heat circulating system
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:01:30 -0500
  ...Do you think you will save $36 worth of fuel? Also look to see if your final delivered cost of electricity is only $.10...
• Re: Found Vanagon With Porsche Engine
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Tue, 11 Dec 2001 14:25:51 -0800
  ...it with a 5 speed tranny > and mechanical fuel injection (needs a $1300.00 fuel pump) he says. He > claims it to have a...
• Re: JUST BRAKES franchise warning!
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Wed, 17 Oct 2007 17:52:15 -0700
  ...It turns out selling a vehicle with a leaking fuel tank, or any other fuel or safety system, is a very serious issue in...
• Re: '80 Westy - Fuel Line Replacement Time
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Thu, 24 Jul 2003 07:58:14 -0400
  ...Re: '80 Westy - Fuel Line Replacement Time This is one of the more confusing "maintenance" issues surrounding our Vanagons. If you ordered the Part...
• Re: FI Weirdness -- please help
  Historical mailing list - kenstich
  Fri, 3 Jul 1998 00:38:39 -0600
  ...got schematics - got a digital multimeter (DMM) ?? 1) You are getting constant fuel pump power from relay pin 88d - bummer - gmbulley's response is...
• Re: Ping/Knock/Detonation
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Sun, 5 Aug 2007 19:55:24 -0700
  ...idle >>> can tell you lots about the injection system. >>> Another option would be a fuel air ratio meter with the wide >>> band 02 >>> sensor...
• Re: Fireworks for the Fourth-in my engine bay
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 3 Jul 2011 17:50:40 -0700
  ...and it's just nice to charge up the fuel lines, filter, etc with fuel under pressure before going to start it. I say...
• Re: Troubleshooting the Basic Idle Stabilizer System - Manual Transmissions- Part I
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:31:07 -0500
  ...II Fuel Systems - Digifant >> >> TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES >> >> Poor Idle: >> a) At operating temperature >> 1) Throttle Switch >> 2) Idle stabilizer system >> 3) Evaporative Emissions System >> >> *2...
• Fwd: Questions about Gas Heater from 82 Diesel
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 12:59:27 EST
  ...The control system is different, but the burn chamber, heat exchanger glow/spark plug, combustion blower, flame switch, air recalculation blower, fuel pump-they...
• Fwd: Questions about Gas Heater from 82 Diesel
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 12:59:27 EST
  ...The control system is different, but the burn chamber, heat exchanger glow/spark plug, combustion blower, flame switch, air recalculation blower, fuel pump-they...
• Re: [T2] FIRE!! How did it happen? How to fix?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 18:07:16 -0700
  I think I'll pressurize the system tomorrow or the next day before removing any components and see if I spot a leak. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Tom...
• Re: Rich on side, lean the other?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 17 Sep 2007 18:56:38 -0700
  ...three out >> four times an injector fires at a closed intake valve? And the fuel >> pools >> up or something until the valve opens and...
• Re: Low Top Speed - Help!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 10 Mar 2000 09:02:18 -0800
  ...I can't get over 45 mph. > > Here's what I've done already: > > 1 changed the entire ignition system (coil, wires, plugs, cap...
• Re: Oil Drain Plug Gasket
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 22:39:04 -0800
  ...along >>> with a complete hose kit for the fuel system on my 88 GL. It's been 5 >>> years on the hoses. It's...
• Re: [NVC] Beware of the Skid Demon
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:08:26 -0500
  ...shut off the > fuel............but on a carb vehicle fuel still goes through the > engine and > into the exhaust system, on some anyway .......................you...
• Re: Look what came out of the fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 13:30:56 -0700
  ...Look what came out of the fuel tank Yes, VanCafe does show a larger SA 80 L tank as well as a stock 16...
• Re: Tire Carriers Again (cooling system comments)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Wed, 26 Apr 2000 14:27:51 EDT
  ...system. Would never do it myself though, don't like the looks, and it has to increase the drag (more power, more fuel) to...
• A crazy idea: put AFC injection on my 71.
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 23 Sep 1995 22:59:34 +0600
  ...VW got a good bit of HP out of the T3's with the older system. I was wondering if the AFC system was...