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Re: last connections, questions about fuel system
If i understand your question correctly i'd advise using the larger intake manifold fitting for your vanagon brake booster and the smaller one for your vacuum feed(s) to the charcoal cannister. You
By Brent Weide · #63778 ·
Re: Error code: throttle position sensor error on re-installed engine
David: I won't comment on the compatibility question cuz i'm just not smart enough in that area. I will say that i often remove the tps (after carefully marking its adjustment location) in order to
By Brent Weide · #63777 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
I think you'll find that, here in the US, subaru replacement parts are easy to come by. So are the parts for the Zetec engine. Once you go abroad there may be difficulty finding subaru parts and the
By Brent Weide · #63776 ·
Error code: throttle position sensor error on re-installed engine
84 wesite manual transmission, ej22 -- 1990 wiring harness (automatic transmission), 1994 engine (manual transmission). So the TPS is from the 1990. This is a Subaru-Subaru engine swap, not a
By David White · #63775 ·
Re: Code 49 - 1990 AFM and IAC wiring help?
Thanks Tom for the context - and thanks Kim, that is a brilliant suggestion- I made sure they are snapped on tight... I just took a test-run to the bike shop and it stalled 3 times in under 2 miles!
By lanigan_vanagon <ej.lanigan@...> · #63774 ·
last connections, questions about fuel system
I have read through the files about the charcoal canister and fuel supply, but I think my engine is a little bit different. I am not totally sure so I figured yall nice folks will help me out. So, 02
By Dustin · #63773 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
re how so ? granted I have seen some subaru engines with head gasket issues .. though it's nothing like waterboxers. the power curve / torque curve is what leans me toward subaur engines .. plus I'd
By Scott Daniel - Turbovans <ScottDaniel@...> · #63772 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
I've seen both set ups. One of the things I love about the Bostig Zetecs, is how much room there is in the engine compartment. That inline ford sits up right (not slanted over like VW inline 4
By Kim Brennan · #63771 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
Are you referring the Subaru 2.5L? If so, exactly what is the problem? Jon
By Jon Durham <Jon_Durham@...> · #63770 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
Water leakers? Really? Years ago maybe but nothing current. This list is mostly about problems, go thru the archives and see how many folks are complaining about leaking heads in the last few years. I
By Rob <becida@...> · #63769 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
I've narrowed it down to two choices: A turnkey kit where you supply the engine: www.bostig.com and a true turnkey Subaru 2.5 engine assembly that is ready for installation: www.vanaru.com. Both are
By Stuart MacMillan · #63768 ·
Re: alternator-3wire lug
Hi Brian, What year and model Subaru is the H-6 Alternator out of?? Tom Burlington ON
By Tom Shiels · #63767 ·
Re: Code 49 - 1990 AFM and IAC wiring help?
Good morning Joseph, Your ECU, MAFM and IAC are the correct matched set that came from a manual tranny donor - so that can not be your problem. Try Kim's suggestion - use some good contact cleaner -
By Tom Shiels · #63766 ·
Re: Code 49 - 1990 AFM and IAC wiring help?
Something simple to check is the connectors to the engine harness. I had similar symptoms on my SVX powered Westy. I couldn't figure it out and paid (a lot) to have a shop diagnose it. After replacing
By Kim Brennan · #63765 ·
Re: alternator-3wire lug
Careful here. even the though the alternator make look the same, compare it to the old one VERY carefully. The mounting holes may have a slightly different offset that will mean the belt won't fit
By Kim Brennan · #63764 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
Possible engine choices for an 86 include the Subaru XT6 engine (6 cylinder 2.7). It means a lot of fabrication of your own. Almost any of the non can-bus 2.5 engines would be good choices. The 3.0
By Kim Brennan · #63763 ·
Code 49 - 1990 AFM and IAC wiring help?
Hi all, During a recent long roadtrip in my (previously well-running) 1990 EJ22 automatic conversion, some serious hesitation, stumbling, and stalling began. It seems to happen pretty randomly,
By lanigan_vanagon <ej.lanigan@...> · #63762 ·
alternator-3wire lug
I want to put an alternator from a H6 engine on my 2003 impreza engine in 86 Vanagon. Alternator plug has 3 wires: black/red, white red, and black white and old alt has 2 wires to connect to Vanagon.
By b_glennie · #63761 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
I have a syncro 4x4 vw It's a 86 I need to know the best motor for the money plus power plus fuel milage Any answers [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
By Reno <rbm236@...> · #63760 ·
Re: Best Engine 85 Vanagon
99 and up Forester and I think...Legacy or Legacy Outback.
By Scott Daniel - Turbovans <ScottDaniel@...> · #63759 ·