Re: ECU vs block
WRX's of those years (till 2005??) where EJ20(5?)'s, the STIs of 2004 on where of the EJ257
Also i believe there is only one filter fro all EJ motors to the most part (Naturally aspirated or
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Kevin
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ECU vs block
Hi there,
Last fall we took possession of an 85 bus but it was late in the year and
we barely drove it, or even got familiar with it. So now I’m poking around
because I want to buy an oil filter,
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wallaces_21
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Re: EJ251 SOHC Timing
When I installed my oil pump I squirted it full of Lucas assembly lube, which is pretty viscous. However, it’s now been sitting for some time so I’m sure it has drained down by now.
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Warren
89
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SubieVanagon
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Re: EJ251 SOHC Timing
Yes, this also relieves some of the head pressure from the pump, especially if you pre-filled the filter with oil. I couldn't get the pump to prime with the filter installed despite many attempts. It
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Ryan C
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Re: EJ251 SOHC Timing
I was planning on removing the plugs and spinning it over a bit, but by removing the filter you can confirm that’s it’s pumping. Thats a great idea.
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Warren
89 Westy
88 Tintop
70 Westy
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SubieVanagon
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Re: EJ251 SOHC Timing
I got this thing all timed up and running again. Close call! Compression checked out on all cylinders. Everything lined up perfectly with the new belt.
Just a tip for anyone trying to prime a new oil
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Ryan C
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
I just bought a 2KW diesel heater and was wondering where to install it and especially where to install the tank. Great idea. The tank that came with mine is one of those large flat ones but I’m
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
Good idea on the battery. I’ve also seen people put their diesel heater tanks there too to keep it out of the interior of the van.
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oconnell.marty.j@...
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
Check out this thread for sizing.
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=750603&highlight=costco
I have had one in there since that post and working well so you can see it
installed if
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ANDREW
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
That’s a great idea.
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Warren
89 Westy
88 Tintop
70 Westy
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
Great place for the starting battery. Close to the highest draw source the
starter.
Andy Vanis
505-304-5306 USA and WhatsApp
[email protected]> wrote:
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ANDREW
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
Maybe a place for a LiFePo4 auxiliary battery?
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Warren
89 Westy
88 Tintop
70 Westy
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
Space for an oil cooler for some or maybe for coolant overflow tank.
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Wayne Sitarz
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Warren’s Conversion - Engine Bay
With the stainless coolant pipes installed, new heater hoses installed, and fuel tank refreshed and installed, I am finally turning my attention to the engine bay. ?I began by cleaning it reasonably
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warrens Conversion -Heater Hose Routing
Today I got the hoses from the fuel tank to the fuel pump plus the FI return connection to the tank all connected. ?I used 1/2 inch fuel line from the tank to the fuel pump and 5/16 fuel injection
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warrens Conversion -Heater Hose Routing
The fuel tank has been refreshed with new seals and hoses. Those plastic vent boxes under each fender have been thoroughly cleaned and a new grommet installed. I only need a couple small clamps to
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warrens Conversion -Heater Hose Routing
Was also able to confirm that the driver side nipple was seated.
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Warren
89 Westy
88 Tintop
70 Westy
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warrens Conversion -Heater Hose Routing
I was able to confirm that the nipple had seated on the passenger side. I almost dropped my phone taking this photo. Scary.
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Warren
89 Westy
88 Tintop
70 Westy
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warrens Conversion -Heater Hose Routing
I got the crossover pipe installed. I used silicone grease and the nipples slipped right in. The hard part was reaching in to do the job, especially the driver’s side.
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Warren
89 Westy
88
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SubieVanagon
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Re: Warrens Conversion -Heater Hose Routing
My fuel injectors came back from Mr. Injector. They look great and the test report is good. ?He pointed out that one of them needed a central o-ring replaced but that he did not stock those. So I
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SubieVanagon
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