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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Good deals on Nice Vans

Author: debbiej
Posted: Today 7:09 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2933

This morning on craigslist
http://elpaso.en.craigslist.org/cto/3814387924.html

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Need purchase / inspection help in Deland, FL - near Orlando

Author: brookshay
Posted: Today 7:06 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

Thanks! I'm hoping to get all I need today and move forward. I'll let you know!

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??

Author: luisman
Posted: Today 7:04 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Thanks for responses. I'll work on the valve adjustment this weekend, I'll also scope out the fuel lines.

I'll try and snap some photos once I get it cleaned up and off jackstands in my garage....

I've had several projects over the years and never seem to learn my lessons..... Let the spending begin.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: The latest adventure in the land of the '82 Diesel Vanagon

Author: dobryan
Posted: Today 6:59 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

BTW, If you want to do the amp test above be sure to get a multi-meter that can handle more than a little amperage. Many of the really cheap units only do maybe up to 1 amp or less.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Need purchase / inspection help in Deland, FL - near Orlando

Author: SteveVanB
Posted: Today 6:57 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

I'd be happy to take a looksie for ya' too if need be
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??

Author: Ahwahnee
Posted: Today 6:47 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Welcome. Yep, on a new acquisition every noise & drip can be a cause for worry until you know what to expect from your van.

As Mr Adams said "Don't Panic". Enjoy your Westy.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: The latest adventure in the land of the '82 Diesel Vanagon

Author: J Charlton
Subject: electrical drain
Posted: Today 6:44 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

I suggest that you invest in a multimeter - all price ranges, I've seen some as low as $15.00.
Then determine a couple of things:
1. the voltage that the alternator is supplying when the engine is running - set the meter on the volts function and the scale ??? to 20 . Touch the black lead of the meter to the negative terminal, the red to positive at the battery. Then to verify that you are reading alternator output, red lead to the terminal stud on the back of the alternator, black to a good ground - engine, body etc.
The alternator should be putting out somewhere 13+ volts.
2. With the engine off - change the setting on the multimeter to amps, use scale 0 - 20 or something like that. Then, disconnect the -ve terminal from the battery and with one lead of the meter touching the -ve terminal and the other the end of the cable that you removed from the -ve terminal, take the reading. This will give you the draw that is happening on your battery when there should be nothing "on" - i.e. the "phantom draw". Determining how much it is is quite helpful in identifying where it is occurring.
3. With engine off, meter on the volts function, check the voltage of the battery - red lead on +ve terminal. black on -ve. It should read over 12.5v - then, how old is the battery? Diesels are tough on batteries - IMHO any battery over 3 years old would be suspect.
Good luck - its a PITA tracking down "leaky" circuits
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: 2001 eurovan needs help

Author: riki638
Subject: 2001 eurovan needs help
Posted: Today 6:42 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 0

I have replaced the brake light switch on this thing it seems every six months...so the brake light comes on and beeps and the air if off turns on and if on turns off. I replaced the brake light switch yesterday and still having issues. Wondering if the computer is out any other less costly ideas of the problem???

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Vapor Lock

Author: Ahwahnee
Subject: Re: Vapor Lock
Posted: Today 6:41 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

My 1.9 Digijet has never vapor locked and we often drive in 100+ temps, sometimes temps 'in the teens' as we say in AZ.

nova73 wrote:

...How do you prevent this engine from vapor lock and shut down of engine in hot weather?

Just so I'm clear -- you saying a running engine suddenly shuts down? Or is this a failure to start after stopping from a hot drive?

You might describe the circumstances a bit (fuel pump still runs?, starter cranks okay?, etc) so all possible causes can be considered.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Shadetree's Wolfsburg Tintop

Author: r39o
Posted: Today 6:36 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 246

shadetreetim wrote:

At 19 inches the Sensatrac shock may be close to fully extended.

The clunk may be a CV joint / axle related too. BTDT.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: Fuel Pump

Author: nova73
Subject: Fuel Pump
Posted: Today 6:32 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 0

Does anyone know the PSI/GPM flow of a 85 Vanagon 1.9 watercooled engine fuel pump?

Nova73
85 Vanagon
1.9 watercooled

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Seeking Air-cooled wisdom in PHX AZ

Author: Mr Brown
Posted: Today 6:30 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 49

I would strongly recommend you change your fuel lines before you go much further.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: 1.9 No spark, no start. Hall problem, need advice on fix

Author: seventyfo
Posted: Today 6:21 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

It'll be much easier if you remove the distributor and replace it on the bench. If you drop the microscopic pin for the trigger wheel it may disappear forever. (BTDT). Scribe a mark on the distributor body and the clamp before you pull and you can put the dizzy right back to the original setting if you can't get it out without pulling it out of the clamp.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: insyncro
Posted: Today 6:20 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

Do some hunting online.
There are tricks when ordering "sale" items from online vendors.
These "tricks" work sometimes, even when the product is no longer "on sale".

Most with a retail background or those who have worked with SAP inventory management should know what I'm talking about.

Sorry mums the word on this one as I would prefer to not have it exploited and than lost forever.

And yes, I am very special

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: danfromsyr
Posted: Today 6:11 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

well we all here knew you were special, but I'm amazed that Amazon fulfillment knew it too.

of course in keeping things InSyncro you don't care to share your secrets?
not that it matters I have my random rolls of hose already.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: The latest adventure in the land of the '82 Diesel Vanagon

Author: danfromsyr
Subject: Re: The latest adventure in the land of the '82 Diesel Vanag
Posted: Today 6:10 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

*Edit

Ooo ok I didn't notice the thread title, or it's been updated.
the Diesel foil isn't completely unique but they use the Glow plug indicator instead of the OXS indicator. and certainly no factory tach.

the instrument foil sheets are quite specific to each of a few configurations.
what year is your van?
do you have an analog clock or a tach or a blank face on the right (my base model air cooled came that way) is it a Diesel?
some later model vans didn't have the OXS light, I think 90-91's
and some 91s didn't have a tach,

and hate to bear sad news but I've not found anything resembling a "reasonably priced" instrument cluster unless I lucked on one in a Pick-n-pull junkyard.

wyllodog wrote:

Well, I think we may have found the gremlin that has been living in the dash causing most of my electrical/charging problems.

Community I am in need of either a replacement plastic circuit sheet or a reasonably priced instrument panel for my vanagon. Does anyone know of any sources for either of these?

My continued gratitude and appreciation in advance

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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Vapor Lock

Author: Venturawesty
Posted: Today 6:09 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

I'd check the charcoal canister to see if it is plugged up. This is what caused the same issues on my van. Wife was about ready to get rid of the van till we solved this problem.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: insyncro
Posted: Today 6:08 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

(0) CS interactions.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: danfromsyr
Posted: Today 6:05 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

yeah but did you get them all at once? or in 5 seperate shipments w/ 4 customer service interactions?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: danfromsyr
Posted: Today 5:58 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

in my brother's engine converted van we brought the engine bay coolant pressure cap up to behind that grill.
used a ATV pressure cap that allows use of an Expansion bottle
now no more troubles bleeding the radiator, it's a built in Libby bong..
just wish the German Engineers thought of it 1st so it's be that easy on all vans.

I plan to do the same when I do my next engine swap upgrade.

the vents are a low pressure zone, unless you add a ram air scoop like Timwhy (and others) did.

think of the rear vents as a heat chimney to remove all of the engine comaprtment hot air. before it soaks more heat into your rear matress pad.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: insyncro
Posted: Today 5:55 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

Ordered (5), received (5).....there is definitely a trick to getting all that you ordered.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: danfromsyr
Posted: Today 5:52 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

I really don't know what's going on down there with the pricing and the packaging/fulfillment but it's gotta start looking ugly on paperwork and effeciency reports.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Today 5:25 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

vanagonjr wrote:

rubbachicken wrote:

vanagonjr wrote:

Yep - got one too. They are crediting me for the missing role. Damn, I was hoping to sell it for $2.00 a foot and come out ahead $25 and have a free 25' roll for me

why didn't you just get them to send the other roll on ?

Their reply

Message From Customer Service
Hello,

I'm sorry to hear about the problem you had with your item. This usually doesn't happen. When something like this happens, I'd normally send out a replacement order. In this case, though, we don't have any more stock of the Dayco 80089 Fuel Injection Hose 25'.

However, in this case, I would like to give you some options :

1. We will issue a 50% refund off the purchase price of this item--if you'd like to keep the item and could find the remote at your local store

2. We will issue a full refund.

Please click the link below to let us know the option you prefer.

Maybe you should send them a link to this thread.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Seeking Air-cooled wisdom in PHX AZ

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Today 5:18 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 49

Your brown ground wire needs to be connected to a ground. If it is not connected it will show a voltage, that is just the way it works.

Your Bentley will have a diagram showing what all the pins in the plug at the ECU go to. You can just trace your mystery wires out to the ECU using an Ohmmeter to see what they should be connected to.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Good deals on Nice Vans

Author: Obsesso
Subject: Re: 91 Syncro Portland
Posted: Today 5:08 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2933

Part it out? That's just a flesh wound!

dkonzy wrote:

Some body damage but thought i'd share. If anyone in the Seattle area wants to go in on it and part it out let me know....

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3817642786.html

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Finally home!

Author: bmwloco
Posted: Today 5:02 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

0800 local. Sunshine! Battery and spare on charge. Monsoon rains of last night over.

Checking oil and tire pressure. Off and running soon! Yeah!!
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What's under your seat?

Author: chojinchef
Posted: Today 4:20 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

tam_shops wrote:

AND, why didn't they put drawers there in the first place. It's not like its some sort of surprise that we want to store stuff everywhere thinkable!?

tam

Why? Because they are German engineers. If they had come up with the idea, it would be fine and marketing worthy, but since they did not - it's unnecessary.

Same thing held true with my MB cars over the years - 'you don't need a cup holder because we German engineers don't drink anything when we drive.' Took me until my most recent one to get a place for my damn water bottle. My last S class had a useless piece of fold out afterthought that broke within a week.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??

Author: djkeev
Posted: Today 4:17 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Problems and idiosyncrasies are all part of the package when you purchase an Antique.

You are amount good company here who will offer much help!

Welcome to the hobby!

Know this, you will end up spending many hundreds if not thousands of Dollars over the next few years. These rigs run on dollar bills...... $$$$$$$$$

How about,posting up some photos of your new acquisition? Use thesamba photo gallery as your host site for them. Off site hosting sites tend to "lose" the photos as accounts and albums change over time.

Dave
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: The latest adventure in the land of the '82 Diesel Vanagon

Author: wyllodog
Subject: The latest adventure in the land of the '82 Diesel Vanagon
Posted: Today 3:58 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Well, I think we may have found the gremlin that has been living in the dash causing most of my electrical/charging problems.

Community I am in need of either a replacement plastic circuit sheet or a reasonably priced instrument panel for my vanagon. Does anyone know of any sources for either of these?

My continued gratitude and appreciation in advance

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??

Author: dhaavers
Posted: Today 3:53 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

PS - No need to fill to the top mark. Aim for the middle between the two.

Welcome to Samba & good luck sorting out your rig...fuel lines?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: vanagonjr
Posted: Today 3:31 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

rubbachicken wrote:

vanagonjr wrote:

Yep - got one too. They are crediting me for the missing role. Damn, I was hoping to sell it for $2.00 a foot and come out ahead $25 and have a free 25' roll for me

why didn't you just get them to send the other roll on ?

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Extremely HIGH oil pressure...

Author: 1621
Posted: Today 3:06 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 29

Pete, sorry to hear about the engine. First Marks, now yours. Hope to see you back on the road real soon.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Push button fuse 110 volt

Author: pioneer1
Posted: Today 2:57 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Good answer.Thanks-
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: Timwhy
Posted: Today 2:30 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Yes, more air please!

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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Powerflex gearbox bushings?

Author: jensjakob
Posted: Today 2:23 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

Great review.

Any input on how to make sure to get the new bushings?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Seeking Air-cooled wisdom in PHX AZ

Author: bfulton
Posted: Today 1:48 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 49

Second photo abandoned wires:

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This one shows a few more loose ends. The purple arrow points to a plastic connector which appears to have a male spade connector inside. It goes into the main wire loom at this point and I don't know where it goes or what plugs into it, do you?

Green arrow points to the O2 sensor of the exhaust pipe. Where does this plug in?

Red arrow points to the Temp2 sensor wire, where does this get connected to?

Yellow arrow points to male spade terminal with no evident location to plug in to. It comes out of the main wire loom at this location. If you could help me find it's home, I'd really appreciate it.

Thank you for any help you can provide and have a great night, I'm going to bed without having started the van, but grateful to own one and be working towards getting it going.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Seeking Air-cooled wisdom in PHX AZ

Author: bfulton
Posted: Today 1:41 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 49

First abondoned wire:

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The brown wire with the pigtail marked with the red rectangle. I had originally mounted it to the case nub marked with a yellow circle, but after checking it with the ignition to the "on" position I realized that it is +12V, so I didn't think it seemed right mated to ground. Is it supposed to occupy the empty pigtail on the coil marked with a purple circle? Or somewhere else?

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Collapsed Fuel Tank & Proper Emission Controls

Author: djkeev
Posted: Today 1:38 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 29

davevickery.......
Thanks for posting your experiences and how your lines are run! I'll not fret over the line to the air filter any longer!

I've not done anymore to mine until I drop the fuel tank. My time has been devoted to getting my Beetle Convertible done for Summer use.
I will soon be back at the van!

Please update us on your charcoal canisters.

While this is Beetle related, you may find it interesting and it may apply to us as well?

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=389074

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And the newest arrival!....... 86 Vanagon Westy!
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Seeking Air-cooled wisdom in PHX AZ

Author: bfulton
Posted: Today 1:35 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 49

Realized that I hadn't reconnected the AFM electrical wire plug after reinstalling the engine. Did so, and was able to confirm fuel pump is moving fuel through the lines, but still no fuel through the injector.

Troubleshooting Continues:
Tested the electrical plug on #4(because it's easiest to access) and didn't get any flickering on the test lamp while cranking the engine. So following Bentley's troubleshooting I've come to the conclusion that I'm missing a ground connection.

I've taken two pictures that show wires that aren't hooked up and I can't seem to find where they belong. Please help if you can. Thank you.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: A little Eurovan building.

Author: luVWagn
Posted: Today 1:23 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 246

Top dawg, pack leader... Digging the pinstripe. Can't see it on the body, just on the grill.

Got any extra 928 steering wheels?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: luVWagn
Posted: Today 1:08 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

westyventures wrote:

Wildthings wrote:

We should start a pole on whether the numb skulls can get this right.

How many rolls you will get the first time around,
How many additional shipments it will take to get all ten,
and
How many emails will be needed to get everything right.

Yep, should be fun! Just checked and there is a 4-lb. package headed my way. I must be getting the 'lightweight' version!
DaveO was right...one finger.

They've got "one" alright, and its NOT a finger...
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Push button fuse 110 volt

Author: thatvwbusguy
Posted: Today 12:20 am (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

A circuit breaker and GFI are not the same thing. A circuit breaker protects against an over-current situation, whereas a GFI (or GFCI) protects from ground faults. You want the breaker even if you are using the GFI. They are available all over the place for less than $15.00. Just google "15A Push Button Circuit Breaker" and you should be all set.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: 1.9 No spark, no start. Hall problem, need advice on fix

Author: akmush
Posted: Yesterday 11:58 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

Any tutorials similar to Pro manual for replacing Hall unit in carb?

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: SVX motor coming out, Parts available

Author: Thor-bob
Posted: Yesterday 11:44 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

insyncro wrote:

Do you have a reversed coolant manifold?
Who made it?

Well...... since the converter did not provide me with documentation about what went in and where it came from, there is no way to know. Small Car is a possibility.

Thor

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??

Author: IdahoDoug
Posted: Yesterday 11:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Sounds like normal need for valve adj. be sure to pull the pushrod to see if its straight by rolling it on a piece of flat glass.dont worry, not a big deal to fix.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: boof1306
Posted: Yesterday 11:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

The way I see it it is wiser to put the unused vent to use rather than delete them.Oil cooler, intercooler, transcooler etc. Anyway that D pillar would look daft without the vent.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: SurePower confuses our battery charger

Author: Typhon2222
Posted: Yesterday 10:40 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

Folks, how does the Odyssey 1200PC work as a main battery?

Since I'm already using an Odyssey as aux, I'm guessing that using a second one as main would the problems of using a single shore-power charger to charge both batts simultaneously.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Help! High-pitched grinding/whining sound while accelerating

Author: syncrodoka
Posted: Yesterday 10:37 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Endicott jb wrote:

If not the differential, could be your transfer case going out. As for the rough sound in neutral, could be a number of things from throwout bearing to transfer case bearings or chain.

There is no transfer case or chain so I would skip those.

Possibly a bearing in the trans, input from specialist would be best.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Help! High-pitched grinding/whining sound while accelerating

Author: Endicott jb
Posted: Yesterday 10:33 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

If it is only making the high pitch noise on acceleration I would bet your differential is going out. If not the differential, could be your transfer case going out. As for the rough sound in neutral, could be a number of things from throwout bearing to transfer case bearings or chain. If it were me, I'd take it in to have looked at.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: brownbus78
Posted: Yesterday 10:30 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

The unused vent also lets a good bit of heat out of the engine bay. Seeing as how there's no fan back there (unless you've got an air cooled van) it's a good thing. Look closely in your sideview mirror at the top of the vent on a calm day and you'll see the waves of heat flowing up out of there after the engine is up to temp.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Official High-roof Thread

Author: TequilaSunSet
Posted: Yesterday 10:21 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 334

Purdy... like new. I don't think mine will have a paint job worth a crap for a loooooooong time.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Wiring aux to the stereo, cig lighter, etc

Author: luVWagn
Subject: Re: Wiring aux to the stereo, cig lighter, etc
Posted: Yesterday 10:17 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

crazyvwvanman wrote:

I use the normal side of the panel, Fuse #3, after pulling the fuse. Put a male spade on the end of a wire, plug it into one of the leg holes where the fuse was. VW changed the fuse panel in around 1990 and the later version reversed that fuse. Use a voltmeter meter and check the leg holes after pulling the fuse. One hole should have 12v and the other zero. Plug the wire into the zero hole. Make sure the wire has a fuse at the aux battery end.

I run the wire from behind the panel, over the top and down to the fuse hole so the weight of the wire doesn't want to pull it out of the fuse #3 hole. Put a label on the wire there so the next guy knows where it goes and what it does.

Mark

Mark, you should write a book.
Meanwhile, this would be a great addition to the FAQ - unless its already there?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Any interest in a Monthly Santa Cruz area meetup?

Author: Jedi
Posted: Yesterday 10:08 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 1145

Ok so to get a little planning flowing here.
Jon And I were thinking of starting up from China Bar on Sat June 29. Camp up on the lake Sat night. Finish out in Truckee. Early bird Friday June 28th campers can meet up with us here at my property in Cool Ca for a place to camp,BBQ and route plan. It is 7 MILES From the Sat meeting point. Jon and I are looking forward to input on this event.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What did YOU do to your van today?

Author: luVWagn
Posted: Yesterday 10:06 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6051

V-smitten wrote:

Removed the previous owners microwave and cables. Repaired the shelving.
Cleaned the cooking oil off the vinyl. How do you clean cooking oil smell out of the Suburban heater vent hoses? The van was imported back from Japan and some one cooked with oil a lot. The interior area is saturated in cooking oil but I'm getting most of it out. Replaced the stock speakers with Pioneer speakers.
Fixed most of the cut wiring in the dash, everything works again.

Was it sesame oil? Narrow it down, and I can inquire as to what folks use over here...
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: luVWagn
Posted: Yesterday 10:03 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

syncrodoka wrote:

Diesel intake on top and gas version on bottom. The mounting tabs are on opposite sides of the snorkel but the vanagon body has provisions on both sides to accept either intake.

Is anyone running one of these on drivers side for a suby swap? I've seen threads where ppl cordon off the pillar for air box stuff, but seems like something here could work too.

Or are these parts scarce?
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"We had saved our trip with nothing more than motivation, hard work, a modest toolbox, and a big green Bentley manual." - Brad, from Drive Nacho Drive

Vanagon/Eurovan :: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??

Author: luisman
Subject: New Owner - Bad Luck!! - Valve Noise??
Posted: Yesterday 9:53 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

So I have been scoping these forums for a while and finally decided to take the plunge and get me a Westy. Always wanted one. I've worked on plenty of cars , but don't know much about the air cooled VW's.

I picked up an air cooled 1981 - no leaks, funny noises, ran great and receipts for an engine rebuild last year. Interior needs work - but nothing I couldn't handle. That's where the fun ends.

On way home (2 hour drive) got an oil leak - from what appears to the dipstick. Plugged it, checked oil and drove home. I didn't notice any funny noises. I kept it between 55-60.

Next day I started it up and had a "new" knocking noise. Seems to be coming from near 1 cylinder. I didn't notice it on drive home, but maybe didn't hear/notice it on highway? I've read about valve noises on the air cooled 2.0 - so I thought this might be it. Tonight I changed the oil and drove around the neighborhood for 20 min and still got the noise. while changing the oil I noticed that the oil filter was also loose. (arrgg..). I checked the oil though and it was still at the high mark.

I figured I would post a video and see if anyone had any suggestions. So far my dream of owning Vanagon is not turning out quite so well......

Here is just after start-up - http://youtu.be/c-IscWFdLKU

Hers is after running for about 5 min- http://youtu.be/s_-iuEvh1ZM

Any help you can provide would be much appreciated!!

Thanks.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Extremely HIGH oil pressure...

Author: GWTWTLW
Posted: Yesterday 9:50 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 29

Wildthings wrote:

edgood1 wrote:

super high oil pressure is usually the result of a hole in the cylinder. it builds up pressure in the crank case and usually blows out all over the engine bay wherever it can. this was more common with the air cooled type 4's than the wbx as they tended to overheat and launch valves through the pistons.

what condition were your valves in? were they ok?

How would high crankcase pressure raise the oil pressure in the galleys, or vice versa? The two are almost unrelated.

I was wondering that too. If the hole in the cylinder was causing the high pressure it's been there for a while - most of the trip down to Hollister and the whole way back- 1500 miles. The engine never got hot and was running great - definitely not on 3 cylinders.

I haven't seen the valves.

Jahbah wrote:

Say it ain't so buddy
I saw the tow pic on the pdx thread was hoping it was nothing big. Happy to help you out if I can.... I have an old donor wbx that needs a head gasket. give me a shout if I can help.
D

Thanks Dustin! Want to lend me your van for Telluride?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PDX VANAGON/DOKA/WESTFALIA ~Monthly Westravaganza!~

Author: Jahbah
Posted: Yesterday 9:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2342

Hey PDX'ers

I'm going to put a set of GW 2wd 1.5" lift springs and a set of bilsteins fronts and backs on craiglist. They only have 5k miles on them, shoot me a pm if interested and save me the bs of craiglist.
Thanks
D
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: old topic, new guy...air ride on 87 carat vanagon

Author: Crankey
Posted: Yesterday 9:38 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

I wrote him after hunting around for info on the van and his shop.
he responded and was friendly.

if he was in my state I would defiantly visit him.

you could PM him via the Vortex
http://forums.vwvortex.com/member.php?558985-The-SHOP-Autowerx

good luck !

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: 84 Vanagon Auto won't upshift?

Author: dawerks
Posted: Yesterday 9:37 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Going to check the governor, 2nd gear adjustment?, and throttle body/trans? adjustment.

Have Bentley and the samba

Terry Kay wrote:

The throttle rod--or cable adjustment is very important, because if it isn't in the correct postion it will hold the trans wherever it's set at.

It's a downshift cable, and if it's set too short from the throttle body, the trans will not upshift.

Lengthen it up and try that out--a hair at a time.

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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: syncrodoka
Posted: Yesterday 9:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Ahwahnee wrote:

What purpose does the driver's side vent serve? Seems like it would have nothing to do with the air intake on the WBX.

Diesels vanagons pull the engine intake air from our driver's side vent while the gas versions pull the engine air from our passenger side vent.
Having a vanagon body that accepts either engine configuration during build is the way to go.

Diesel intake on top and gas version on bottom. The mounting tabs are on opposite sides of the snorkel but the vanagon body has provisions on both sides to accept either intake.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: The Syncro Solstice May 16-19 2013

Author: Jahbah
Posted: Yesterday 9:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 102

Hey ladies and gents
Heres one of first attempts at video

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rMGrv-4s3yQ&feature=plcp

And a goody night star trail picture twenty minute exposure from the night before we arrived in Moab. Are wonderful Canadians Jim and bob, Pam and Jeremy and Leti and me. Enjoy

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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What's under your seat?

Author: tam_shops
Posted: Yesterday 9:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

How to you to? That's the perfect place for the Bentley. But, how do you get it IN (and out) of there? Did you do the modification in that secret hiding space thread?
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=195642&highlight=hidden+spaces
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So, you CUT the front of the seat out to put a drawer there to put the book there? How!? I want to know how, so I can copy you! My Bentley is on the floor in my playroom, dh doesn't much like it there. But, I filled that back closet w/ 1 tool kit, 1 first aid kit and 1 book w/ all the addresses of shops in WA and BC w/ some sort of other misc pile of random junk...

rubbachicken wrote:

i keep the green bible under there, flash lights, in the battery well is where my inverter lives

But, HOW did you (or anyone else) get it to look like that? I just took mine apart to clean and put it back together. I'm sure there was metal under all that. If no swivel section, doesn't it still have something on there?

shadetreetim wrote:

Mine's not a Westy, Tam. The seats didn't swivel stock, I added a swivel to the passenger seat.. Although that sub would fit under a swivel, I put it on the drivers side.

AND, why didn't they put drawers there in the first place. It's not like its some sort of surprise that we want to store stuff everywhere thinkable!?

tam
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: denwood
Posted: Yesterday 9:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

The stock snorkel setup does quiet the intake, particularly for diesels...and this sits in the passenger side vent. I also use the passenger side vent for intake air to an air/oil cooler. The AC condensate drain exits in both vents. The driver side uses the vent area for AC line routing and drain, otherwise that side does nothing.

Other than that, you could plug the vents.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Seeking Air-cooled wisdom in PHX AZ

Author: bfulton
Posted: Yesterday 9:26 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 49

Going down the list:
pulled a plug wire off, stuck an old plug in it and had my wife turn the key.... Spark was very evident.

Pulled #4 fuel injector of the intake manifold stuck it in a shallow dish and turned the key myself..... No fuel in the dish, guess it's time to move upstream and see where the fuel stops flowing.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: Help! High-pitched grinding/whining sound while accelerating

Author: Syncronoid
Subject: Help! High-pitched grinding/whining sound while accelerating
Posted: Yesterday 9:02 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

I just started hearing a high pitched whining in all gears, but it is only noticeable when I'm accelerating and it appears to be coming from the front of the engine (clutch? trans?). Once I get up to speed, it seems to go away, or at least much less noticeable. It seemed to get progressively worse during my 500 mile drive from Bend to the Bay Area today and I really started noticing it as I got close to home and did a lot of stop and go through stop lights and signs.

I also just started noticing the sound of what appears to be a rough bearing when I let off the clutch while in neutral. Does anyone have any ideas what might be going wrong? Thanks!

FYI. 1990 Syncro Westy w/ approx. 120k miles. Decoupler. Rear Locker.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: nemobuscaptain
Posted: Yesterday 9:02 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

Woot! My package weighs seven pounds suckas!
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: The Syncro Solstice May 16-19 2013

Author: FNGRUVN
Posted: Yesterday 8:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 102

Another one from Hell's Revenge. The picture kind of gives you a feel for how steep it is.

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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: old topic, new guy...air ride on 87 carat vanagon

Author: Oneluvw
Subject: Thanks for the tip!
Posted: Yesterday 8:55 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

I love this guy's van. That black and white shot is actually my wallpaper on my phone. Seen picks but didn't know how to contact him. Mine goes to paint in October then the next step is air ride. (Or interior if I don't feel confident enough about the air ride install by then) Really trying to find someone who knows more about this "air over shock" set up. Will post a build thread when it goes to paint and keep it updated from there. Thanks again!

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: Ahwahnee
Posted: Yesterday 8:43 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

16CV's wrote:

...Of course it needs those vents ,just because it is not Air Cooled it still needs air to run .
If you blocked those off you'd need another source of air to replace it .

What purpose does the driver's side vent serve? Seems like it would have nothing to do with the air intake on the WBX.

Of course the van would look a bit goofy with just one vent.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What's under your seat?

Author: shadetreetim
Posted: Yesterday 8:40 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

tam_shops wrote:

How'd you do that? Mine had the cover over it. Did you take the piece off and keep it off? Does it just flip off or did you have to cut something?

Mine looks like Pg 3
http://www.t3technique.com/media/pdf/Vanagon%20Swi...ctions.pdf

tam

shadetreetim wrote:

Butt massage device and spare parts.

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Mine's not a Westy, Tam. The seats didn't swivel stock, I added a swivel to the passenger seat.. Although that sub would fit under a swivel, I put it on the drivers side.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: SyncroFest 3 ~ April 18-21, 2013

Author: Engelbert
Posted: Yesterday 8:39 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 159

Anyone happen to find a small digital camera at Syncrofest?
We lost ours, wasn't expensive, but had some baby pictures...Thanks!

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: shadetreetim
Posted: Yesterday 8:37 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

rubbachicken wrote:

vanagonjr wrote:

Yep - got one too. They are crediting me for the missing role. Damn, I was hoping to sell it for $2.00 a foot and come out ahead $25 and have a free 25' roll for me

why didn't you just get them to send the other roll on ?

They didn't give me an option, just told me I was getting a refund. Next time the price goes down I may order two more to get one more. Karl may have to order ten times to get his order filled.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What did YOU do to your van today?

Author: V-smitten
Posted: Yesterday 8:35 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 6051

Removed the previous owners microwave and cables. Repaired the shelving.
Cleaned the cooking oil off the vinyl. How do you clean cooking oil smell out of the Suburban heater vent hoses? The van was imported back from Japan and some one cooked with oil a lot. The interior area is saturated in cooking oil but I'm getting most of it out. Replaced the stock speakers with Pioneer speakers.
Fixed most of the cut wiring in the dash, everything works again.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What's under your seat?

Author: debbiej
Posted: Yesterday 8:29 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

Double post

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Rear vent? Is it really necessary?

Author: 16CV's
Posted: Yesterday 8:21 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 9

Put your hand over your mouth and plug your nose and see if you really need all that air you are breathing .
Of course it needs those vents ,just because it is not Air Cooled it still needs air to run .
If you blocked those off you'd need another source of air to replace it .
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Finally home!

Author: bmwloco
Posted: Yesterday 8:21 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Thanks for the kind words. Had to forgo the battery charge in the Westy - raining buckets.

Sigh. I just got the back drive "lake" to drain... and got a mouthful of yuck in the process. Nothing that a Dale's Pale Ale couldn't fix

Looks like I'll have it charged up sometime after noon tomorrow, when the rain rolls out. Sure miss the garage at the old abode!
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What's under your seat?

Author: debbiej
Posted: Yesterday 8:19 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

Binoculars, maps and 22 and some tools

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Engine stalling out

Author: filrider
Subject: narrowing the problem down
Posted: Yesterday 8:16 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 11

so I've replaced the ignition wires, fuel filter, distributor cap and rotor, and still no luck. I did pruchase the Bentley manual and went straight to the ignition coil test and looks like I'm no getting any ohm readings between contacts. Think I'll get the new coil and hopefully that fixes the problem

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: rubbachicken
Posted: Yesterday 8:14 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

vanagonjr wrote:

Yep - got one too. They are crediting me for the missing role. Damn, I was hoping to sell it for $2.00 a foot and come out ahead $25 and have a free 25' roll for me

why didn't you just get them to send the other roll on ?
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: scottychop
Subject: Ha!!
Posted: Yesterday 8:09 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

Ordered one and got this:

"Mojave CA
Delay in delivery due to mechanical issues with aircraft or truck movement - May 21, 2013 6:00:00 PM"

checked further and got:

"Mojave, CA, United States 05/21/2013 6:00 P.M. Train derailment."

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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Shadetree's Wolfsburg Tintop

Author: shadetreetim
Posted: Yesterday 8:06 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 246

Got the AC wiring harness rebuilt yesterday afternoon. While I was at it I installed an extra 8 gauge wire from the alternator to the starter. And I had a new 6 gauge wire to replace the stock braided ground wire from the motor to the body. While installing it I realized the bolt holding those grounds to the body was stripped and not really tight at all. That might explain the ongoing symptom of it running perfect one day and not quite so good the next. We�ll see. What I do know is it�s in the running perfect stage right now.

I�ve been parking the Vanagon over on my RV parking driveway. Appropriate right? But while I�ve been working on the wiring I�ve had it parked in front of the garage. My wife, Lady Shadetree, came home yesterday and asked, �Did you lift Vinnie up higher?� Hmmm. I�ve been thinking the rear looks slightly higher lately, so today I went out and measured the four corners. Front Left and Right are right at 18 inches. Driver�s side is at 18.5 inches, and the passenger rear is almost 18.75 inches. What�s up with that? When I�ve measured it in the past it�s been right at 18 inches on all four corners. It was parked on my steep driveway when I measured it. I need to get out on the level and measure it again. Since I�ve dropped the motor/trans an inch I�ve been noticing a light clunk in the passenger rear while going over speed bumps. At 19 inches the Sensatrac shock may be close to fully extended.

Talking about Lady Shadetree, I have a quick story of our trip to Syncrofest this year. Heading up to Hollister Wednesday evening we went up Highway 101. On the way up I stopped in Buellton to fill up. After stopping in Arroyo Grande for dinner we continued on and exited the 101 at King City to take Bitterwater Road over to Highway 25 North into Hollister. When we exited I didn�t see any open gas stations, we still had a little over a � tank, and GPS said we had 46 miles to go, so I continued on. As we got close to the Hollister Hills Offroad Park I was getting pretty low on fuel. No problem, we can run into town in the morning, I told the wife. We headed into town the next morning, but as we twisted and turned though the hills the motor would run out of fuel. I would coast as far as we could, then pop the clutch and accelerate towards the next corner where it would die again. I wasn�t too worried as I knew a lot of Syncro�s would be traveling that stretch of road throughout the day. That and my phone was getting better service as we got closer to town. While in the middle of this adventure Lady Shadetree calmly exclaimed, �Times like this is what makes traveling in Vinnie fun�. Gotta love her. We did make it to the gas station under our own power after all.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What to do...

Author: squbbles
Posted: Yesterday 8:04 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 4

Thanks for all the replies.

Will definitely prepare as best as possible.

Cheers.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: vanagonjr
Posted: Yesterday 8:02 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

Yep - got one too. They are crediting me for the missing role. Damn, I was hoping to sell it for $2.00 a foot and come out ahead $25 and have a free 25' roll for me
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Yesterday 7:59 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

It is kind of entertaining to see how the prices bounce up and down. The 1/4" hose has been offered for less than 20c per foot and more than $4/ft.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: old topic, new guy...air ride on 87 carat vanagon

Author: Crankey
Posted: Yesterday 7:56 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 3

ask this guy

http://www.airsociety.net/2011/10/here-a-vanagon/

https://www.google.com/search?q=The+Shop+Autowerx&...=firefox-a

and if you go for it, post up a build thread !!

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Group Brown Stove Front Refinishing

Author: KevbOliver
Posted: Yesterday 7:54 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 72

Thanks David
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Push button fuse 110 volt

Author: yycwesty
Posted: Yesterday 7:51 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 5

Thats what I'm wondering also as the power comes from outside then to the fuse/relay, then to the GFI and then out to the fridge and other plugs.

Al

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Need purchase / inspection help in Deland, FL - near Orlando

Author: Jake de Villiers
Posted: Yesterday 7:48 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 14

imagesinthewind wrote:

I once bought a Mercedes 300D, sight unseen of eBay.
I flew with my then 13 yo daughter to Orlando and drove it back to Denver. The best road trip of my life and my now 19 year old daughter would tell you the same. And she's actually traveled, but that trip is still the best.

Anyway, only one problem that was a $5 junk yard fix. I would not have been able to make that trip is the Mercedes forum wasn't with me every step of the way. When the car started making a very bad noise, I pulled over for the night. I took photos in the morning, we all diagnosed a missing banjo bolt in the turbo unit, and someone posted me a junk yard just a single exit down the highway. The junk yard gave me the tool and let me clean up in their office after I pulled the bolt from the only mercedes on their lot. And let me have it for $5.

Like I said, without that forum, the trip wouldn't have been any fun. And more stressful and more expensive. Forums like this and the MB forum are amazing.

How many of you guys would have done that? With your child in tow?

lol

Ginny in Denver

In 2004 my older boy and I took the bus to Pasco, Washington to go and pick up Dixie. We embarked with $5000US in my pocket and an overnight bag.

We were met at the bus station by Wayne, drove the van to a Mexican cantina for dinner and negotiation, and gave Wayne a handful of cash in the snow-covered parking lot!

We stayed at the Motel 6, got an oil change at the Jiffy Lube and set off for home through the snow and over the pass. A good trip!
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: 1.9 No spark, no start. Hall problem, need advice on fix

Author: seventyfo
Posted: Yesterday 7:47 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 7

I had the same symptoms, no start with no spark from the coil and injectors not pulsing. Replaced the hall sender and problem solved. In my case the PO had replaced the distributor with a "new German" distributor, however I found it had a ying yang made in china hall sender unit. The slot that the trigger wheel passes through had developed a hairline crack and the contacts inside corroded and finally failed. Fortunately it failed sitting at idle in the parking lot at work.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: carb adjustment

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Yesterday 7:46 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

Just turn them out 2 turns or so and see what happens. If it starts and runs, then let it warm for a bit and then adjust as needed to get a smooth idle and correct idle speed.

What carb(s) do you actually have? Kind of sounds like a single Solex 34pict-3.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: How do you turn the rear wiper on?

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Yesterday 7:42 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 10

Think you just had a one time glitch. It would be nice to come up with a way to make the intermittent feature adjustable.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: 84 Vanagon Auto won't upshift?

Author: GeeZ12
Posted: Yesterday 7:38 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 2

try the search - this has been addressed many times

just my 2�

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Time to rebuild/replace - I got 12k good miles from it!

Author: insyncro
Posted: Yesterday 7:36 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

Interestingly enough, my daily driver Carat has a strange habit of adding a few bubbles and a bit of oil to the overflow tank....only when it gets really hot and the fan comes on up front.
Obviously, not bubbles or oil residue all winter.
It was 85 degrees plus today and I heard a few air pockets when I shut the van down at home after an hour long drive this evening.
I have been way too lazy to pressure test as the system works and the van is pretty much a beater.
Thanks for the quick finger pointing at the oil cooler, next oil change I will pull it and test it.

I was thinking blown internal cylinder base gasket, but they seem to hold up really well.

Thanks Gurus.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: dobryan
Posted: Yesterday 7:32 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

After I only received one roll of two ordered I did an online chat session with an Amazon rep and she did not seem at all surprised that I only received one roll. They sent me the next roll and it was received within 48 hours. The seller must be losing their @ss on the free shipping for two shipments! Maybe Karl will get ten separate shipments.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: PSA: J30R9 fuel hose for less than $.50/foot!!!

Author: westyventures
Posted: Yesterday 7:29 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 104

Wildthings wrote:

Yep, should be fun! Just checked and there is a 4-lb. package headed my way. I must be getting the 'lightweight' version!
DaveO was right...one finger.
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Time to rebuild/replace - I got 12k good miles from it!

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Yesterday 7:28 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

tencentlife wrote:

Quote:

The coolant overflow had a touch of slippery brown liquid in it

Quote:

AND the oil was quick to start filling up the coolant tanks.

These things say to me that the oil/water Hx (the "oil cooler") is leaking.

2x, Sounds to me like a simple fix. At least that is where I would start. Change out the water pump and change out the oil cooler. If it is an auto the transmission cooler would also be suspect.

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Time to rebuild/replace - I got 12k good miles from it!

Author: DirtyBlueVan
Posted: Yesterday 7:24 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 8

kirkvw72 wrote:

Well, Rocky was kind enough to email and call me to discuss my options. A longblock is out since I need the van up and running as soon as possible (10c back was also too long for my timeframe).

So, I'm probably buying his upgraded AMC heads with port matched intakes, rebuilt rods, new rings, and a luk clutch kit.

The only other long block option that I was considering was a BusDepot rebuild.

I have read that those are a good option. (bus depot)
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Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: What's under your seat?

Author: sea_sick
Posted: Yesterday 7:24 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 19

Some good ideas thanks. The last time I tried numchuks I damn near knocked myself out. I'll have to find a good 12v compressor that will fit, plus manual, parts, etc. The original '90 stereo is a loooong way from earning a sub... plus the old speakers would just get shredded. Have a fun weekend and keep the rubber side down. Cheers

Vanagon/Eurovan :: RE: Extremely HIGH oil pressure...

Author: Wildthings
Posted: Yesterday 7:22 pm (GMT -7)
Topic Replies: 29

edgood1 wrote:

How would high crankcase pressure raise the oil pressure in the galleys, or vice versa? The two are almost unrelated.