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Re: Whats the best exhaust system ?
We have the two mufflers and pipes that are associated with them made by a company called Ernst. This is a German company and the stuff I get from them is always top notch. Usually aluminized steel so that it will resist rusting better. Bosal and Ansa are not aluminized and rust pretty quickly here in the North East where I am located. I have an Ernst Muffler on my Vanagon and it is holding up really well. I can get the Catalytic convertor for $495 (this has the pipes attached to it and goes to the pipe right before the manifold. Then the middle muffler and pipes is $120 and the rear muffler and pipes would be $130. I can ship anywhere in the US and we usually ship that day. Of course we will be closed on Monday but I can ship these out on Tuesday if you are interested. Just give me a call at 856-327-6936 or check out our webstore at www.vanagain.com
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Thanks, Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com Ken wrote:
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Re: Cracked Exhaust Manifold-no part availability!
You should ask them first. If they can't get the part and you can they probably won't care. However if you show up with a box of parts
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that you bought from someone else and then demand that they install them, they will probably tell you to take a hike. Hope this helps, Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com foosnews wrote:
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Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list--THIS IS NOT LEGIT!
Stuart MacMillan
Folks, this is a hacked & pirated system. Legitimate USB Vag-Com "dongles"
have internal coded chips that couple to the software when it is downloaded to any computer from the Ross-Tech web site and plugged into the test vehicle. There is no software "key" to install. This guy has hacked a "key" for one version of the software, and it would most likely be an old version. Buy at your own risk, knowing you are supporting an illegal operator. Better yet, forget it and buy a legitimate dongle from Ross-Tech (or a private party selling a real one that doesn't need a "key" or software disk) so they can stay in business. Stuart Owner of a legitimate Vag-Com dongle. _____ From: ev_update@... [mailto:ev_update@...] On Behalf Of Pete Peterson Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 10:37 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list This guy has been selling this on Craigslist since last year. His name is Mike and he's a nice guy, with a fair amount of VW experience. I met him, had him install it on my laptop and run a test on my 95 EVC on the spot to make sure it worked. The engine test worked fine. I'm glad he did the install for me because there were a couple of twists I would have missed. I also bought the 2x2 cable from him which is needed on the 95. I have since tried to run it once and had issues, but he gave me his number and I just haven't got around to calling him about it. Judging from meeting him and his willingness to give me his number (which is still the same), I expect he will walk me through my issue. This is my experience for what it's worth. Pete |
Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list
This guy has been selling this on Craigslist since last year. His name
is Mike and he's a nice guy, with a fair amount of VW experience. I met him, had him install it on my laptop and run a test on my 95 EVC on the spot to make sure it worked. The engine test worked fine. I'm glad he did the install for me because there were a couple of twists I would have missed. I also bought the 2x2 cable from him which is needed on the 95. I have since tried to run it once and had issues, but he gave me his number and I just haven't got around to calling him about it. Judging from meeting him and his willingness to give me his number (which is still the same), I expect he will walk me through my issue. This is my experience for what it's worth. Pete |
Re: Fuel gauge
I had the usual suspects of guage issues and dash light issues on my
cluster last summer. I could reach behind the board and move the multi- pin connector and things would start working. I replaced the VR and soldered it directly to the board......still the same issues. I then tested the old VR and found it to be fine. So I went over the solder joints with a fine tooth comb using a magifier and found several cracks. Some of the cracks were in the connections to the multi-pin connector. It took a couple of passes and testing until I got things right, but things have now worked great for a year. I'm not saying VR issues don't exist, but it clearly was not the problem on my 95. Pete |
Re: Cracked Exhaust Manifold-no part availability!
Thanks Ken. I'll check with the mechanic on the particular manifold in question. By the
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way, I've never been in the position where I've had to bring my own part to a mechanic and have them install it. Do they get perturbed that they can't secure the part themselves and add their markup? What's protocol here? --- In ev_update@..., Ken Wilford <Kenwilfy@...> wrote:
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Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list
jack_son_73
JW -
I phoned him right after the message came in, & we talked for 25 mins. Then I saw your message. He was at his 'day' job, & I think the email goes to his auto sideline business. He didn't say how long it was going to take to obtain more. He said he didn't have the software 'key', but was sending a free copy. I didn't mean to be speaking for him, but I was sure more on this list would be interested, so I asked about additional units. I just paid him via PayPal, and he is shipping tomorrow. I told him I'd gladly pass the word here when mine arrives, + advise when he has more units to sell. I attempted weeks ago to start a VagCom Group Buy here, but it fell flat. Only one response, saying it may not work. In past 2 years I tried several times to get info on VagComs, only to be more confused after. I didn't mind paying, but I wanted to be sure I only had to buy once, & be able to use for both VWs, & with my notebook. I feel he's legit. He has the best communication of any of my ~40 on line purchases. Update next week. Regards, Jack_son ================================================== --In ev_update@..., "jrwetz" <jrwetz@...> wrote: paypal account. Thanks. |
Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list
He is likely selling pirated software with a generic cable, or he has the older freeware version of Vagcom.
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You should find out what version software he has. You may be paying too much. You may be able to find the cable on ebay. and a copy of the older software from a listmember. Steve 636-337-7700 888-797-5994 - order desk On May 23, 2008, at 9:47 PM, jrwetz wrote:
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Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list
jrwetz
Hey Jack_son,
I am interested to learn that you bought it as I replied to the craig's list email and got a response saying he still had it. Wondering if this is a scam. I am also wondering, I though these were all made by the same guy, Ross-tech, no? How could he get more in? Let me know your thoughts. JW --- In ev_update@..., "jack_son_73" <jackr1@...> wrote: wrote: wrote: Is that yours. If so I will take it. Please email me your paypal |
Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list
jack_son_73
Turbocivicdx -
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I bought the VAGCOM. When He gets more in, I will pass info to the group. No connection with seller, but he's an interesting ex-VW guy, who is building a 100% electric car out of an old Toyota Yaris. Regards, Jack_son ================================================= ----Original Message -----
From: turbocivicdx To: ev_update@... Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 2:21 PM Subject: [ev_update] Re: VAGCOM on Seattle's Craig's list --- In ev_update@..., "paul_shafer83" <jetnow@...> wrote: Is that yours. If so I will take it. Please email me your paypal account. Thanks. ================================================== --In ev_update@..., "turbocivicdx" <turbocivicdx@.> wrote:
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Re: Fuel gauge
Joe R
NO! There is circuitry on each side of the board. One can be ok but the other bad.
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From: "Michael DeCuir" <joe_leather@...> To: <ev_update@...> Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 6:20 PM Subject: Re: [ev_update] Re: Fuel gauge If the temp gauge still works can I rule out the voltage regulator? Michael '93 EV MV Hi Mike, Look in the Links section in the folder "Repairs, Repair Shop Reviews, VAG-COM Codes" at the link "Instrument Cluster Intermittent Water Temperature and Fuel gauge problem". . groups.yahoo. com/group/ ev_update/ links/ You'll want to look at the connection of the voltage regulator as well to make sure it's nice and tight. See the past discussion below. BD '01 MV WK On Fri, 20 Jul 2007 18:00:46 -0700 (PDT), "Mike McCarthy"the boardcluster. having-- is wrong, imo. Having repaired three different clusters, and problematic butsocket entirely, I'm convinced the problem is not "cold solder" therather the problem is the socket itself: it's too loose fitting. thecircuit board as bamberg advises; they're fine. Instead, remove VR the willvoltage regulator (VR) slide very easily out of the socket. You yournotice there's barely any friction at all, and no friction means itthumb and forefinger (your flesh makes a great heatsink, and I thembetween your fingers) and tin its leads with solder to fatten up. note wholeit --- In ev_update@yahoogrou ps.com, "Mike" <joe_leather@ ...> wrote:mess. Gauges will work. little while now. I am learning a lot and though I do not have a camperor an automatic transmission I enjoy reading those posts. What I dothree years and before that barrowed it from my in-laws who I believewere the second owners. The tachometer has been acting up but I canlive with that. Today the gas gauge was higher than it ever was thenit dropped to empty. My question is that the sender or the gauge?Also could someone measure the distance from the headliner to the topof the rearview mirror and tell me the measurement? My father-in-law ------------------------------------ To unsubscribe from this group, send a message to mailto:ev_update-unsubscribe@... Yahoo! Groups Links |
Re: Fuel gauge
Michael DeCuir
If the temp gauge still works can I rule out the voltage regulator?
Michael '93 EV MV Hi Mike, Look in the Links section in the folder "Repairs, Repair Shop Reviews, VAG-COM Codes" at the link "Instrument Cluster Intermittent Water Temperature and Fuel gauge problem". . groups.yahoo. com/group/ ev_update/ links/ You'll want to look at the connection of the voltage regulator as well to make sure it's nice and tight. See the past discussion below. BD '01 MV WK On Fri, 20 Jul 2007 18:00:46 -0700 (PDT), "Mike McCarthy"the boardcluster. having-- is wrong, imo. Having repaired three different clusters, and problematic butsocket entirely, I'm convinced the problem is not "cold solder" therather the problem is the socket itself: it's too loose fitting. thecircuit board as bamberg advises; they're fine. Instead, remove VR the willvoltage regulator (VR) slide very easily out of the socket. You yournotice there's barely any friction at all, and no friction means itthumb and forefinger (your flesh makes a great heatsink, and I thembetween your fingers) and tin its leads with solder to fatten up. note wholeit --- In ev_update@yahoogrou ps.com, "Mike" <joe_leather@ ...> wrote:mess. Gauges will work. little while now� I am learning a lot and though I do not have a camperor an automatic transmission I enjoy reading those posts. What I dothree years and before that barrowed it from my in-laws who I believewere the second owners. The tachometer has been acting up but I canlive with that. Today the gas gauge was higher than it ever was thenit dropped to empty. My question is that the sender or the gauge?Also could someone measure the distance from the headliner to the topof the rearview mirror and tell me the measurement? My father-in-law |
Re: Is 2001 VR6 24V a drive-by-wire
All 2001 and later (24V engine) models utilize an electronic throttle pedal
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actuator. Model year 2000 was the last year of a throttle cable, or mechanical type. Steve Schock EUROPARTS-San Diego The Eurovan parts source Website: europarts-sd.com Phone: 858-451-0020 Secure online ordering at: bassetsdad wrote:
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Re: EVC - Jack Stowing Arrangement
illinirocketscientist
OK. That's a start. I figured out that the tool holder snaps on the
backside of the jack. There's a hole in the tool holder that looks like it probably accomodates a plastic fastener that would engage the inner sidewall someway. Every way I tried, though, hits the vent duct for the battery; still, there is rubber padding on the inner wheel well. Every VW I've had has been too clever in this department - once you take the jack out, I can never remeber how it goes back together. Maybe it's just me. Regards, Duane 2000 EVC --- In ev_update@..., Larry Schellhase <schellhase@...> wrote: compartment but I am too lazy to go empty out my battery box so that I could describe it to you in better detail or even take a picture - sorry. wrote: The jack on my 2000 EVC was just kinda laying in the aux battery compartment when I bought the van several years ago. I've noticethat there's a VW tool holder - also laying loose - that leads me tobelieve there is some slick retention scheme that I'm missing.stock Eurovan, so maybe Winnebago just took it and threw on the rightside to make room for the furnace. Does anyone have a "factory" retentiontried a mirror image of the stock system. |
Re: Yakima or Thule Cargo or Rocket Box on Pop Top
Stuart MacMillan
Boone,
How do you keep from backing into something since you can't see this rack? Maybe one of those parallax rear window stick-on gizmos? How do you handle parking lots? Does it stick out too much to be safe in a parking lot? Thanks! Stuart _____ From: ev_update@... [mailto:ev_update@...] On Behalf Of Boone Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 10:38 AM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: Yakima or Thule Cargo or Rocket Box on Pop Top Hi Bill, I wish I could take a picture, I just read your message - but I'm literally walking out the door on a two week jaunt (river float, camping, hiking - but not biking) and the morning after I return, I'm on the road for two weeks on business... I won't be able to take pictures for a month! But I'll certainly do it then. I just looked through my last trip pictures (Moab) to see if I have a picture that shows it, but I don't. :-( Yeah, I can't believe they don't have some good pictures on their web site. Sales prevention at its best. I did find a couple of pictures of just the cargo rack on a van on their blog: . <> blogspot.com/2008/04/custom-hitch-cargo-rack.html and this info about Eurovan's on their site blog: . <> blogspot.com/2007/02/vehicle-fit-series-eurovan.html bot not exactly what you want to see. So - I a few minutes so let me say this... Looking at the one picture they do have, with the rack/bike carrier combo on the gold SUV... I would say my bikes sit maybe 4" or 5" higher than that when on my van - because the Eurovan's hitch is probably about 5" or 6" closer the ground than the SUV pictured - and the extended post is 10" taller than the std post. I'm 6' tall and I can easily lift my bike onto the rack. I do have to lift it up on there, but it's not hard for me to do. And if looking at that picture again... see how the bikes' tires are pretty close to the cargo rack - well, the taller post gives you space between the tires and rack - enough so you can make good use of the cargo rack. And you can kinda move your bike tires around a bit to fit stuff on there. And their bungee net really works good for securing your gear. You just have to put the bungee net on and then attach your bike rack so the post is going down through the bungee net. Now, one issue I've had with this set up is I must put the bikes on there "just so" with the kids' smaller bikes positioned in a certain spot so I'm able to swing the whole thing away to open the back door. And I have to lift the back door when the rack is not all the way swung out, and then swing it out the rest of the way. It's not a problem, it's just a little tricky - but once I got it down, it's been fine. Now, I have not tried it, but I think if I loaded the bike rack with four adult mountain bikes, I might have some trouble getting it to swing away. That being said, after I read their Eurovan page about how they off center the box version for a Eurovan, I think if you're going to order you should talk to them about doing that with the cargo rack too... I think that would help in getting it out of the way of the Eurovan's door... and I wish I would have asked them about it when I ordered. Then I probably would not have to be so exacting about how I load my bikes and gear to make sure I can get the back door open. And one last thing, because the Eurovan's hitch is pretty low to the ground, you have to be a little careful when pulling out of places with a dip or something... I have scrapped the bottom of the big "pivot bolt" on the ground a couple of times... but that thing is stout - and I'm not worried about it at all. Well, I hope that helps - and like I said, if you can wait a month I'll take some good pictures. It not, I hope this helps you with your decision. (Oh, and I don't have any interest in or affiliation with Stowaway2) OK - I'm outta here - and won't be reading for a couple of weeks - so I hope everyone is well! BD '01 MV WK --- In ev_update@yahoogrou <mailto:ev_update%40yahoogroups.com> ps.com, "billweiliii" <condorbill@...> wrote:
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Re: EVC - Jack Stowing Arrangement
Larry Schellhase
It does fit up against the right sidewall of the battery compartment but I am too lazy to go empty out my battery box so that I could describe it to you in better detail or even take a picture - sorry.
Larry LA, CA illinirocketscientist <websailn2@...> wrote: The jack on my 2000 EVC was just kinda laying in the aux battery compartment when I bought the van several years ago. I've notice that there's a VW tool holder - also laying loose - that leads me to believe there is some slick retention scheme that I'm missing. On the other hand, the jack was located on the left side in the stock Eurovan, so maybe Winnebago just took it and threw on the right side to make room for the furnace. Does anyone have a "factory" retention setup. It looks like the battery vent duct would interfere if I tried a mirror image of the stock system. Regards, Duane 2000 EVC |
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