Re: Free 1997 EVC Coil Pack, Plug Wires, low-mileage plugs, and Passenger Knee Bolster located Oakhurst CA 93644
Hi Scott! Chatting with someone in So Cal that may pick up- If that doesn't work out you're up next :-) My email is pengalo@... in case I miss an EVC post from you ( I don't check regularly since I sold the van ) ?
Peter
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I just got this quote last week for chains:
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Timing chain kit 278.34$?
Valve cover gasket 46.38$
Silicone 19.34$
Shipping ?56$
Labor 1740$
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thanks, this is timely for me as I need the timing chain on my '02 done soon.? So its not a shock, about what did you all pay to do the chains?? again, mine is the 24v VR6.? thanks!
jacques
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Plus his dog is cute
Stephen
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On May 12, 2025, at 2:48?PM, Domokos Hadnagy via groups.io <domokos.hadnagy@...> wrote:
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On Fri, May 9, 2025 at 9:27?PM David Springe via <d.springe31= [email protected]> wrote: Second on Sterling. He did my timing chain, full front end refresh, transmission cooler, crack pipe and a ton of fun little mods.? Fun to work with.
David Springe
2003 EV MV
785.550.7606
, please excuse my typos.
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On Fri, May 9, 2025 at 9:27?PM David Springe via <d.springe31= [email protected]> wrote: Second on Sterling. He did my timing chain, full front end refresh, transmission cooler, crack pipe and a ton of fun little mods.? Fun to work with.
David Springe
2003 EV MV
785.550.7606
, please excuse my typos.
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Re: Free 1997 EVC Coil Pack, Plug Wires, low-mileage plugs, and Passenger Knee Bolster located Oakhurst CA 93644
Hi Peter - I’m very interested in those parts. I drive a 97 chassis Rialta and my sister has a 97 EVC. So one of us could use them at some point.?
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I’m not entirely sure when I can get your way. I’m in San Antonio, will start a trip sometime in late July or August that will take us to Denver and then via route yet to be decided to Santa Barbara, then San Diego by August 24. Looks to me like we could swing thru Oakhurst somewhere along that route, if you will be around for them to be picked up in August.?
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If that would work for you, I’ll keep you advised on our progress.
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Scott
97 RT?
San Antonio
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Free 1997 EVC Coil Pack, Plug Wires, low-mileage plugs, and Passenger Knee Bolster located Oakhurst CA 93644
Sold our '97 EVC & have leftover parts- Earl in its life we were chasing a random misfire code, and mechanic replaced plugs, wires, and coil-pack as we headed out across the country. Didn't solve the problem. Later, in Florida, another shop did the same thing...which also did not solve the problem.... and I kept the low-mileage coil and plug-wires/plugs as spares. Anyone want them? Likewise, I installed a glove box on passenger side & new owner did not want the passenger side knee bolster I removed...also free if you want it. I'm on your way to Yosemite Nat Park if you're looking for an excuse ;-) (on Highway 41) in Oakhurst CA 93644. Email me at pengalo@... if interested. ?
Best wishes for us all!
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Peter Leinau
former 1997 EVC Vanpira, now 2023 Thor MBZ/Sprinter 4x4
Oakhurst CA
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Hi Roger
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I live in California and recently purchased a 1997 EVC that was in Colorado. I paid $20,000. Condition seems similar to yours but the one I bought had more like 117,000 miles. Hope this helps.
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I will need the same help when I price one that I am selling, a 1995 EVC that I have owned for 25 years. Went for the '97 only because we tend to camp on the heavy side and wanted that little bit more power with the VR6 engine. But guess what I discovered in going from the '95 to the '97 – no glove compartment. WHAT A SURPRISE THAT WAS!
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If anyone has any thoughts about pricing my 1995 EVC I would appreciate hearing from you. The canvas has been replaced as has the floor, subfloor, and luggage rack (over cab). Last I checked there were 160,000 miles. It is running like a dream and the inside camping facilities are pristine.?
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Louis
Monterey, CA
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Second on Sterling. He did my timing chain, full front end refresh, transmission cooler, crack pipe and a ton of fun little mods. Fun to work with.
David Springe
2003 EV MV
785.550.7606
Sent from my iPhone, please excuse my typos.
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118ft/lbs on std EV steel wheels.
Justin? 2000 EVW 1.9TDI 5-spd Syncro 507k miles :) On Fri, May 9, 2025 at 8:21?AM Robert L. Hawley via <Robert.l.hawley= [email protected]> wrote:
My Golf IV with steel wheels specs 89 ft-lbs, so I figure that’s probably not a bad place to start…
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Hope this helps!
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Cheers,
Bob
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2003 Vista... steel wheels... Finding it difficult to learn the torque value for the lug nuts.?? Anybody got a number?? Or approximate?
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Justin
2000 EVW 1.9TDI Syncro 5-spd
492k mi :-)
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My Golf IV with steel wheels specs 89 ft-lbs, so I figure that’s probably not a bad place to start…
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Hope this helps!
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Bob
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You don't often get email from fnewell19@....
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2003 Vista... steel wheels... Finding it difficult to learn the torque value for the lug nuts.?? Anybody got a number?? Or approximate?
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2003 Vista... steel wheels... Finding it difficult to learn the torque value for the lug nuts.?? Anybody got a number?? Or approximate?
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These guys:
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(303) 667-1089
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These guys have a good reputation
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Would love a little help pricing our van as we begin the selling process. Here are the details:
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-1997 EVC
-140k miles
-Everything works (furnace function unknown-never tried it)
-Trans cooler installed 40k ago
-No known transmission issues
-No timing chain noise
-Regularly serviced
-Located in VT but stored every winter
-Rust free except for 1 inch spot on pillar between passenger/sliding door and a little bit in one spot around windshield
-couple small tears in pop top
-sliding door screen and front shades all in good shape
-starting to spit a little foam out of vents here and there
-a few other quirks, but nothing significant
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Sterling auto
+1 (720) 507-7750
Did a good job replacing my chains.?
Stephen
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? Indian Peaks Automotive in Boulder. ?They’ll have at least 4 Eurovans in their lot when you go to drop off. ?They know their stuff!!? On May 9, 2025, at 8:19?AM, Domokos Hadnagy via groups.io <domokos.hadnagy@...> wrote:
? Does anyone know of a good shop that works on Euro vans in Colorado Springs or Denver??
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Indian Peaks Automotive in Boulder. ?They’ll have at least 4 Eurovans in their lot when you go to drop off. ?They know their stuff!!?
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Does anyone know of a good shop that works on Euro vans in Colorado Springs or Denver??
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I'm replacing a bad purge valve (N80) on my 02 MV. The hose attached to the vale, opposite the one from the canister, looks suspect. Can someone give me the part # and size of this hose? Thanks. Spencer 02 MVWK
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EVC "Vanpira" has moved on, Thanks to ALL for this group :-)
Thanks to everyone in this group for the invaluable info, knowledge, tips, and shared stories over the years! Our 97-Vanpira has moved on to a new owner to continue the EVC legacy & we are now in the Thor MBZ Sprinter Tranquility support-group mode.
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I encourage anyone considering the shift from EVC to Mercedes Sprinter to spend some time in the various groups and look carefully before you leap ;-) The quality and reliability one should assume at the Sprinter price point is just not there. Not for Thor. Not for Winnebago Revel. Not for the underlying Mercedes chassis components. Service availability and costs and parts cost and availability are problematic. In short, many of the issues with our aging legacy VW? EVC's are quite present in the much younger Mercedes Sprinter world...?
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Again, thanks and best wishes for us all on our diverse journeys!
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Peter Leinau
former Vanpira 97 EVC 170 k miles
(now 2023 Thor Tranquility 19L on 2022 MBZ 4x4 Sprinter Chassis, 10K miles)
Yosemite area CA
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Scott 98RD Twin
Justin Soares
Spencer Allen