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Another propane tank mystery
Charles Bragg
On my new EVC there seemed to be no propane. The internal monitor lights showed 2/3, but none of the appliances would work. The stovetop burners did not seem to be exhaling *anything*.
So, mumbling about inconsiderate dealers, I took it to the gas man this morning. He told me it was half full, and proved it by maxing out the refill at 1.4 gallons. And now everything works! So what was it half full of, water? ;-) Anybody know what's going on? -- Chuck 99 EVC 238 miles. ======== Chuck Bragg, Santa Monica Bay Audubon cgbragg@... fax: 209-671-6396 ======== |
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Re: List to Port!
Charles Bragg
At 06:31 PM 10/24/1999 EDT, Bob Williams wrote:
As mentioned by John Waterman, perhaps adjustment of the torsion bars couldI just checked what was an obvious lean and it measure 3/4" plus to the left. Oy. I'll talk to the mech about the torsion bar fix, but I have another question. Does this mean that the weight is *significantly* greater on the left? What would be "significant"? Should I adjust left side tire pressure? For ^&*( sure I'll be careful on right turns. -- Chuck 99 EVC 238 miles. ======== Chuck Bragg, Santa Monica Bay Audubon cgbragg@... fax: 209-671-6396 ======== |
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Re: Another propane tank mystery
I have heard in the past that the EVCs come with butane in the tank. Maybe
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after you run your appliances a while and deplete your tank, everything will be fine. Congratulations on your new EVC. I hope it brings you as much joy as it has for my son and I. We have suffered some problems since purchasing our new EVC in June but with the good, knowledgeable people of this list you are in good hands. What state do you live in? -----Original Message-----
From: Charles Bragg [mailto:cgbragg@...] Sent: Thursday, October 28, 1999 12:06 AM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Another propane tank mystery On my new EVC there seemed to be no propane. The internal monitor lights showed 2/3, but none of the appliances would work. The stovetop burners did not seem to be exhaling *anything*. So, mumbling about inconsiderate dealers, I took it to the gas man this morning. He told me it was half full, and proved it by maxing out the refill at 1.4 gallons. And now everything works! So what was it half full of, water? ;-) Anybody know what's going on? -- Chuck 99 EVC 238 miles. ======== Chuck Bragg, Santa Monica Bay Audubon cgbragg@... fax: 209-671-6396 ======== ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Learn2 Avoid Junk Mail. Learn2 Shop for Bargain Airfares. Learn2 Weatherize Your Home. Learn2 Speak Wine. Learn2 Get by in French. Learn2 Negotiate a Raise. eGroups.com home: - Simplifying group communications |
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Re: Front Fog Light Source for 93
From a previous posting, I sent an email requesting the same info (for
front and rear fog lights for 93 EV) to: Steve Lashley SKL Enterprises www.EuroCampers.com Steve indicated it would take a few weeks to get the info/prices. There is another message, not too far back, where someone posted the rear part numbers and price paid (in Germany) As for the plugs, are you sure you: 1. got the correct plugs, 2. gapped them correctly? (they should be between 0.7 - 0.9 mm) 3. tighten the plugs correctly? (okay to "torque" them in, factory manual says 18 ft lb) 4. rechecked spark plug wires so they're on the ends of the spark plugs? Pinch the ends of the spark plug wire boots and wiggle them slightly - make sure they on really tight on the spark plug ends. If they're loose, engine vibration at certain engine RPMs may cause the wire to disconnect from the plug - net result is loss of one cylinder every so often. This would give you a flat spot. After you do this, check the spark plug wire connections into the cap. Make sure they're tight there. Did you replace anything else? Try noting what RPM range the flat spot happens, what was the engine temp (warm, cold) - a strech here, but maybe you "disturbed something" when replacing the plugs thats inpacting the fuel injection system such as a vacuum or electrical line, etc. Hope this helped Jerry swindso-@... wrote: original article: Does anyone know of a source for the factory fog lights to fit theRPM's. Every vehicle that I've had ran great on the Bosch Plat's except this |
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Re: Heater Core Leak?
Good to hear that your had good smarts to fix the hose! BTW, did you
save the old hose? I figured you could work out a better fix for the old hose once its off the van (with the new part in place). Saving the old part, you'd be ready incase it happened again (?) Jerry PS, Lucky you on the rear brakes!! I'm sure a replacement drum would have cost you dearly. gibbonsn-@... wrote: original article: The screw body and head as well as most of the section inside the hosethink) of the correct length and a properly fitting flat washer. Just attach |
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Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC
John Waterman
Alex,
I don't think it is metal on metal, but it sure sounds like it. Also, sound appears to be coming from both sides. I am going in for a 25,0000 mile oil change (miles sure do pile up!) next week. I intend to stick around for it and ask that the pads on both front wheels be inspected. John sanae@... wrote: Alex,-- mailto:jwwaterman@... John Waterman Parker,CO |
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Re: 99 GLS and Fuel lines
John Waterman
Dave,
I second that. When my "95 was totaled, I made a point of telling them that it was a unique vehicle and that I expected replacement value. They ended up paying $25000 for it which included a $2000 allowance for additional taxes I would have to pay to replace it. John "Vance, Beaumont W." wrote: Dave , make sure that they do a market survey and see what similar vehicles-- mailto:jwwaterman@... John Waterman Parker,CO |
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Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC
John Waterman
Chris,
Nope, plus I live in Colorado where even bare metal doesn't rust. I presume the brake system is pretty much the same as on my "95, but I did not have the problem (or at least the perceived problem) with it. John Chris Noeske wrote: Is the car sitting for several days, before you drive it? If so the light-- mailto:jwwaterman@... John Waterman Parker,CO |
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Re: Heater Core Leak?
The screw body and head as well as most of the section inside the hose
were plastic. It is very possible to use a simple hex bolt (M6 I think) of the correct length and a properly fitting flat washer. Just attach the washer to the bolt with epoxy, RTV or solder and you have a heavy duty replacement part. Of course when I found the leak It was during a snow storm in the parking lot of chucky cheezes at nite. I used a penney, RTV and a big enough hose clamp to wrap around the hose bleeder area. It worked for the week or so it took to get a new hose! |
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EV brakes shoes - more
Sorry for lack of details. This is a 93 EV with about 14k miles.
There was never any metal to metal, It looked like the friction material just came loose and slid over slightly till they hit other hardware. But this ment that only a short section of the friction material was being pressed against the drums. The drums survived very well. |
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EVC sighting
¿ªÔÆÌåÓýI was watching World News Tonight ( or whatever they call the news program on before Jeopardy ) and the final segment was on a millennial commercial that will be aired around the world by the Ford Motor Company.? They were showing the filming of part of the ad and in the background ( out of sight of the camera that was filming the ad ) was an EVC.? I am quite sure that is the first time I have seen an EVC on TV.? I was looking at a People mag and there was an article about the arrest in Germany of a notorious con man.? They showed a picture of the swank hotel where the fugitive was caught, and parked out front was a Eurovan. |
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Spark Plugs
Eckhard Rolz
Also, any advice on spark plugs? I put in Bosch single electrodeI am experiencing te same problem. I wonder what's wrong. I thought Bosch and VW should go well together. Eckhard |
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Re: Front Fog Light Source for 93
In a message dated 10/27/99 8:36:58 PM, sanae@... wrote:
<<From a previous posting, I sent an email requesting the same info (for front and rear fog lights for 93 EV) to: Steve Lashley SKL Enterprises www.EuroCampers.com>> I'm planning on sending a fax to the German VW dealer where I bought my floor mats. I'm hoping they would be willing to send me parts by parcel post. I investigated the fog lights earlier this year with the help of a German friend. I need to find this information again on my computer, and I will share it with the list. (if I can find it) This German friend looked up the dealer prices and part numbers, and also checked into buying the lights direct from Hella. Hellas was a better deal, but the lights still cost about $200 plus shipping. (if I remember correctly) Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Furnace and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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Re: Front Fog Light Source for 93
In a message dated 10/27/99 6:45:15 PM, swindsor@... wrote:
<<Does anyone know of a source for the factory fog lights to fit the stock cutout locations on the front bumper on a 93 GL? Thanks for any advice or parts #'s.>> I posted the fog light diagram to my website. You can print this out and take it to the dealer. You will also need the switch and relay. I don't have this information, and I don't know how to wire them up. I didn't have the dealer price the fog lights. When I brought this up with the parts guy, he suggested I just go after market. The VW fog lights would be way too expensive. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Furnace and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC
Alex I have noticed the braking noise that you describe. I am beginning to
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worry! -----Original Message-----
From: Zaborenko, Alex, NNAD [mailto:azaborenko@...] Sent: Wednesday, October 27, 1999 2:40 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC This happens regardless of how long the car has been driven or sitting. If it the ABS, it shouldn't be activated in the majority of these slow braking on dry pavement situations. Alex -----Original Message----- From: Chris Noeske [mailto:CHRISN@...] Sent: Wednesday, October 27, 1999 1:25 PM To: 'ev_update@...' Subject: [ev_update] Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC Is the car sitting for several days, before you drive it? If so the light layer of surface rust, will make that kind of noise. It goes away after you use the brakes several times. This is normal. The newer Bosch ABS systems will also sound like that when they are actively trying to prevent a lockup. It's really odd sounding, find a wet parking lot and test your ABS, so you know what it sounds like. Allot of accidents happen when drivers erroneously let go of the brakes, because of ABS noises. -----Original Message----- From: Zaborenko, Alex, NNAD [mailto:azaborenko@...] Sent: Wednesday, October 27, 1999 9:46 AM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC Sounds like we have the same problem, does anybody else have any ideas? Alex -----Original Message----- From: John Waterman [mailto:jwwaterman@...] Sent: Wednesday, October 27, 1999 11:32 AM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: 28K update on my 99 EVC Alex, My brakes have made noise on coming to a complete stop almost since the vehicle was new. It sounds and feels like worn out disc pads grinding on metal. I've had it checked by VW twice and have been told that there is not a problem. John "Zaborenko, Alex, NNAD" wrote: still not 100% satisfied with, buts its working just not as good as I rememberforever, make it nice and cozy, then turn off what seems like an eternity as itgets very cold again.in the future.that II will soon reach the 6000 mile point, am I getting close yet?-- mailto:jwwaterman@... John Waterman Parker,CO ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Java or juggling?. Everybody learns something at Learn2.com. Where you'll find thousands of free 2torials, affordable online courses, and useful tips for everyday life. eGroups.com home: - Simplifying group communications ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Learn2 Avoid Junk Mail. Learn2 Shop for Bargain Airfares. Learn2 Weatherize Your Home. Learn2 Speak Wine. Learn2 Get by in French. Learn2 Negotiate a Raise. eGroups.com home: - Simplifying group communications ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Learn2 Avoid Junk Mail. Learn2 Shop for Bargain Airfares. Learn2 Weatherize Your Home. Learn2 Speak Wine. Learn2 Get by in French. Learn2 Negotiate a Raise. eGroups.com home: - Simplifying group communications ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Learn2 Avoid Junk Mail. Learn2 Shop for Bargain Airfares. Learn2 Weatherize Your Home. Learn2 Speak Wine. Learn2 Get by in French. Learn2 Negotiate a Raise. eGroups.com home: - Simplifying group communications |
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Front Fog Light Source for 93
Does anyone know of a source for the factory fog lights to fit the
stock cutout locations on the front bumper on a 93 GL? Thanks for any advice or parts #'s. Also, any advice on spark plugs? I put in Bosch single electrode Plat's and I can notice flat spots in the acceleration at various RPM's. Every vehicle that I've had ran great on the Bosch Plat's except this one. |
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Re: 99 GLS and Fuel lines
Moe Walters
Maybe the NHTSA investigation should be expanded???
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Moe Walters 93 EV, 99 Passat
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Re: Heater Core Leak?
Forgot to ask, is it possible to use a different screw (metal?) with
some type of sealant on the threads? or could you have tapped new threads in the body and use another (bigger) diameter screw metal or plastic). Jerry gibbonsn-@... wrote: original article: I do not think it is the heater core. If it was it would leak all theavail as a seperate part. You will have to buy a new hose for about $60. |
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Re: Heater Core Leak?
Thanks for sharing the wisdom.
When you are changing the coolant, the factory manual indicates you need to "open the breather crew in hose to heater core" This step is common to several foreign makes - my Fiat Spider was like this. When you're replacing the coolant, you can have pockets of air get trapped. Since air will not compress (under the weight of the coolant) you will top up to the radiator neck before all the air is taken out. Do you have the Auxiliary heater for the rear? If so, I'd warm up the van and turn on all heaters at the same time and verify you are full of coolant. Jerry gibbonsn-@... wrote: original article: I do not think it is the heater core. If it was it would leak all theavail as a seperate part. You will have to buy a new hose for about $60. |
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Re: EV rear brake shoes
I have to ask... did you ever hear a metalic grinding noise when you
used the brakes? Didn't you notice the park brake lose its holding power? Is the drum shot - I hope not. I'm sure it will be a expensive to replace. Jerry gibbonsn-@... wrote: original article: A few weeks ago I finally got around to finding why the brakes werenot working so well. Poped off the right rear drum. First thing I saw wasin over 500,000 miles of VW driving! |
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