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Longboardluv
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 Posted: Tue Jul 26, 2022 11:15 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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| I sent some solvent proof gloves via Amazon to Gary’s and Jake’s for you guys to use at the solvent parts wash station. Skin absorbs that stuff and can really make a person sick in the short and long term. Got to protect your largest organ (skin) from solvents, oils and greases, and our lymph systems and organs. Especially imporrant for we VW folks who have repeat exposure to that stuff! Brando |
thanks Brando that was so nice of you! we got them and we appreciate you looking out for us  |
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whobba
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| Posted: Tue Jul 26, 2022 12:11 pm Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Awesome! VW Life YT is like my spiritual VW home, you’re keeping the vintage VW hobby alive and I’m thankful for that. Inspires me to get out and work on my projects. - Brando
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Thu Aug 04, 2022 9:43 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Thu Aug 11, 2022 10:01 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2022 5:57 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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whobba
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| Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2022 7:57 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Woah! Thanks for the shout out! Surprised the heck out of me. The production on this episode was so good, Matt! I laughed so, so hard when the pink VW interior popped up with that funny sound. Holy smokes, lol.
Hey, with that Vanagon, check the Fuel Pressure Regulator, if it's toast, the rail will never build up the correct pressure - even with a brand new pump. If the pump is running, it's working. Most likely the FPR or clogged fuel lines from the tank to the engine (less likely).
Also, when testing the fuel pressure, no need to crank it over, just remove the air filter, turn the key on, and use a screw driver to push open the flap inside the air flow meter; this causes the fuel pump to run and you can test pressure that way without cranking.
Love the team work on this project. You guys are great. Keep up the great work! - Brando
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2022 9:32 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Woah! Thanks for the shout out! Surprised the heck out of me. The production on this episode was so good, Matt! I laughed so, so hard when the pink VW interior popped up with that funny sound. Holy smokes, lol.
Hey, with that Vanagon, check the Fuel Pressure Regulator, if it's toast, the rail will never build up the correct pressure - even with a brand new pump. If the pump is running, it's working. Most likely the FPR or clogged fuel lines from the tank to the engine (less likely).
Also, when testing the fuel pressure, no need to crank it over, just remove the air filter, turn the key on, and use a screw driver to push open the flap inside the air flow meter; this causes the fuel pump to run and you can test pressure that way without cranking.
Love the team work on this project. You guys are great. Keep up the great work! - Brando |
good to know thanks! |
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2022 9:33 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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whobba
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Holy Hoard, Batman! What a haul. I loved the wagon cam, Jake Brake (when Jake was the 914 Brakes) and all the cool camera shots, Matt!
I can't believe the stuff you guys do down there in Texas, it's incredible. I want to come down and spend a weekend working at HQ! It's a VW paradise. Plus, I have L-Jetronic Fuel Injection knowledge! - Brando
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2022 5:57 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Holy Hoard, Batman! What a haul. I loved the wagon cam, Jake Brake (when Jake was the 914 Brakes) and all the cool camera shots, Matt!
I can't believe the stuff you guys do down there in Texas, it's incredible. I want to come down and spend a weekend working at HQ! It's a VW paradise. Plus, I have L-Jetronic Fuel Injection knowledge! - Brando |
i might have to call you once we get the fuel pump replaced on the vanagon |
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whobba
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| Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2022 8:32 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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As long as there's fuel pressure and no vacuum leaks, the L-Jet Fuel Injection will probably work just fine.
If you can, replace the fuel injector seals and fuel hoses on the engine, not too terrible of a job - and sure helps keep the VW from bursting into flames (did you see The Samba main page gallery this month? VW's aflame!).
I think you guys all ready replaced the "S" boot, also check the air hoses to the Aux Air Regulator, which sometimes gets loose and kinked. Any intake air leaks will cause hard start and rough running conditions.
Keep up with the awesome camera work and production, Matt! VW Life makes my Thursdays so much better, gets me excited to get out there and work on my VW projects!
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aquavette
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| Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2022 7:38 pm Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Love the videos!
Any big plans for Harvest this year?
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2022 12:35 pm Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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| aquavette wrote: |
Love the videos!
Any big plans for Harvest this year?
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nothing major, no raffle car this year though |
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gondiwindi
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| Posted: Sun Sep 11, 2022 8:35 pm Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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| You guys doing okay? Missing my weekly shot oh the Austin VW scene. |
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Longboardluv
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2022 6:22 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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| You guys doing okay? Missing my weekly shot oh the Austin VW scene. |
all is well thanks for checking. sometimes real life gets in the way of VW Life. We all have full time jobs, families and responsibilities that get in the way of having fun. |
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Longboardluv
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Longboardluv
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whobba
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| Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 10:08 am Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Seaside is being such a jerk! I didn't care for that fat, weird rubber jacket for the fuel pump. I've never seen one of those before. The late fuel injected beetles don't have them, neither does my '74 412. Maybe a vanagon thing?
Strange how the starter is sticking, why is it doing that! Ugh.
Looking forward to the 2022 Harvest video!
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Xevin 
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| Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2022 3:24 pm Post subject: Re: VW Life - Youtube Channel |
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Strange how the starter is sticking, why is it doing that! Ugh.
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I wondered if they used a Bosch “Premium” remanufactured starter in the van? Apparently they are now having a high failure rate out of the box. My buddy had two and he knows of another fail out of the box. Some people now are recommending the inexpensive Pure Energy by MPA rebuilt as a better alternative. I put an MPA in my 76 bus last week. The core charge was only $23. I wonder how long it will last? I’ll have the one I took out rebuilt locally.
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