A Vanagon, a Highschooler, and a Passion

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[10degnorth]

Thank you all for the feedback. Id really like to put a manual tranny in it (it was originally a manual but a PO switched it to automatic), as that's just what i'm used to buy at the moment I haven't spotted any on the local craigslist.

Will definitely be the coolest car in the parking lot. At the moment I drive a 65 Baja bug to school everyday, that one is atleast a running project.

Id really like to transplant a westy top on top this one if anyone has any leads on one.

Thanks again to everyone for the kindness.

[10degnorth]

For those who were interested, here's some progress pics.

The rear passenger's side was rear ended and repair, though painted the wrong color:

Here's the original engine that I pulled, all tripped down. Heads were removed by Ole Volks Home here in Bend.

Here's the franken-engine:

Interior isn't bad, just needs a good clean, but I wanna get it moving first before working on cosmetics.

Cleaned engine compartment:

Parts that still need to be put on:

[10degnorth]

Update:

Got the rest of the exhaust piping on. Mounted the heat shield. Fuel lines are all hooked up now and the distributor cables have been plugged in. Maybe have the engine in by the end of the month?? We'll see.

[jimf909]

This is fun. Looking forward to more.

Set target dates, strive to meet them and remember it’s not the end of the world if you miss one or two, esp. if it’s for s good reason like helping family/friends or getting good grades. More importantly, do what you want. (Didn’t you come here for advice? )
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[DanHoug]

looks like either you or the person's garage you're at has a lot of 'deep' crap haning on the walls like manifolds and such. you're the right owner for this van.

i want to agree whole-heartedly on what jimf909 wrote about target dates... i used to stress about the time i was taking to finish a job based on my internal estimate. then, as an old fart, i've come to just tell my self it'll take precisely how long it takes to do the job. a rear brake job can expand into days instead of hours but try to stay with the Zen of the job. i know this is thrown out the window with a daily driver but if a 30 year old vehicle is your sole means of transportation you are already in a special place!
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60% of what you find on the internet is wrong, including this post.

'87 Westy & '89 Westy both 2.1 4spd

Past projects can be found at--
www.thefixitworkshop.com

[riceye]

Whoa... Back up da bus.

The hose clamps appear to be the worm drive clamps not intended for higher pressure fuel injection. The difference is that the grooves for the worm drive are open cuts in the clamp, and can bite into and damage the hose when tightened.

Please take the time to research the clamps and change as necessary. Other than that your work looks great!

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'87 Westy Weekender - daily driver on salt-free roads

There's gonna be some changes made.

“I find that things usually go well right up until the moment they don't.” - Ahwahnee

"Quality isn't method. It's the goal toward which the method is aimed." - Socrates, later quoted by R.M. Pirsig

[Abscate]

You want the middle option, the Oetiker clamps.

Look on every modern car made with fuel injection and you won't find worm drive clamps.

Save the money - you can crimp them with a pair of Channellock dikes, too - the real thing, not the cheap crap knockoff.

Made proudly in Erie PA.
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[10degnorth]

I see what you guys mean about the hose clamps. I used the crimp style on some of them and worm style on others. I have a surplus of the crimp ones anyway, should be an easy job just switching them out. Great catch guys .

[dabaron]

[SCM]

Maybe consider ditching the plastic fuel rails in favor of metal ones from the vendors while you have such easy access to them.
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'91 Westfalia GL Automatic (GTA "Turbo" Rebuild w/Peloquin) and 2.3L GoWesty Engine

[dabaron]

[10degnorth]

“Are the plastic fuel rails a component known for failure?“

Also curious about this, are they worth replacing?

[10degnorth]

“Are the plastic fuel rails a component known for failure?“

Also curious about this, are they worth replacing?

[markswagen]

as previously stated, these clamps, IMHO have no place anywhere near the fuel system, bigger hoes maybe, not on fuel lines.
oetiker clamps are my preferred option.

[SteveMc]

[dabaron]

[10degnorth]

Getting ready to replace the stock plastic coolant lines with a stainless kit. Any tips or tricks to keep in mind? Should be the last big job before putting the engine in and trying to start for the first time. Thanks again

[markswagen]

no idea, we all have our idea's what's the right way to go about a job, they don't always match up.

it's all good, personally, i throw them away.

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