--- In ev_update@..., Gbnvic@a... wrote:

The VW tools are ordered directly from Zelenda. Dealers normally

don't supply

them. Ask if they have any used available, as they serve as a

clearinghouse

for the tools when mechanics don't need them. The tools aren't

cheap, but all

three listed below will cost you less than paying the labor for the

timing

belt job.

Zelenda Phone# 800 221 0126
Counter holder 3248a (secures vibration damper to remove crank bolt)
Ribbed belt install tool 3299 (works REALLY well)

Another essential tool for removing the front axles (for changing

CV boots,

etc, NOT used for timing belt) is
Support frames 3250

Comments on the job: replace the water pump at the same time.

However, in

order to replace the pump, you must remove the rear timing belt

plate. To get

the plate off, you need to remove the cam shaft sprocket. I was

unable to get

the bolt off this sprocket (even while using the special Snap-on

tool made

for the purpose), so I ended up bending the plate-didn't go back

right and I

had to wire the top of it back to prevent rubbing noises. That was

the only

bad part of the job. I imagine without the other tools parts of the

job could

be bad-especially getting the bolt off the crank.

-gb

While Mike has a valid point about having more time, I like to do
other things with my time!

If the tool isn't too expensive, I'll usually spring for them; they
make the job easier, take less time, and are a selling point when its
time to part with the van (if you do all of you own work, the next
buyer is going to believe it when he/she sees the receipts and tools
they get with the buy).

Thanks for letting us know about the tool.

Jerry

--- In ev_update@..., sukitoby@a... wrote:

It intrigues me that Winnebago went to all the all the trouble to
install the large and expenseive Magnatek Converter to supply 12
VDC while you are on shore power

My question: Has anyone installed an INVERTER so that you have 110
VAC while traveling and parked. There is plenty room in the
battery area.

Suggested watts (300, 500, 1000 ??) Suggested Manufacturers?

Can it be wired to work with the existing 110 V wiring and outlets
already in the EVC.

Please help - by the way Sharp has just release a miniature
Microwave called The Half Pint which would be way cool for your EVC
and it has a low wattage demand.

I took what I think was the easiest and least expensive way out for
what I needed and bought a portable inverter that plugs into the 12v
sockets. It provides 600w peak and 300w continuous through 2
grounded AC outlets, which is plenty for what I use it for (laptop
computer, camcorder, small portable fan, small portable evap.
cooler). For these uses, we rest the inverter on a rubber pad on top
of the galley, when the lid is closed. The unit works well and has
an alarm that alerts you when the 12v system begins to wane. It is a
Whistler PP300AC, and I got it at Best Buy for about $75. For
appliances that require more than 150w, Whistler recommends
hardwiring it to the battery, but provides a connectior that is too
short to be practical for the EVC.

I'm no circuithead, but I'd guess that an inverter system that powers
the existing AC outlets would be more trouble and expense to install
than it would be worth, unless you'll be using high wattage
appliances regularly. In that case, you might need to invest in a
generator too, because that level of use would drain the coach
battery quickly when you're not driving.

Joel Funk
97 EVC

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Hi evrybody, is someone out there had a problem with the shifter that
won't go on PARK position on an automatic trans on a 93. I have this
problem and i'm thinking if it's just the cable adjustement or
anything else. And is it something i can fix by myself.
Thanks folks.

I know from experience that the shifter cable can easily be damaged. Has
anyone worked on the van prior to you noticing the problem?
You can test the cable but it is a BIG pain to unhook it. Follow it from
under the van to the transmission. On top of the tranny it is attached to a
short lever. If you can reach in somehow and remove the clip from the
attachment--disconnecting the cable--you can check if it moves freely. You
should also be able to shift the transmission by moving the lever. If you
can move the lever into the Park position, then it is the cable.
Are the other gears ok? Look down at the shifter and put the van in "D".
Does it say "D" on the shifter? You can also take the plastic trim off
around the shifter inside the van (I think you remove 4 screws). There you
will find a screw for adjusting the cable.
Hope it is something simple and not a transmission problem. I bent my cable
when I installed a new transmission. Parts of the cable are an aluminum rod,
which bends easily.
Good luck
Eckhard

It intrigues me that Winnebago went to all the all the trouble to install the
large and expenseive Magnatek Converter to supply 12 VDC while you are on
shore power

My question: Has anyone installed an INVERTER so that you have 110 VAC while
traveling and parked. There is plenty room in the battery area.

Suggested watts (300, 500, 1000 ??) Suggested Manufacturers?

Can it be wired to work with the existing 110 V wiring and outlets already in
the EVC.

Please help - by the way Sharp has just release a miniature Microwave called
The Half Pint which would be way cool for your EVC and it has a low wattage
demand.

--- In ev_update@..., SWLINK@a... wrote:

Humphrey, what inflation pressure have you settled for with your

Continental LS23C 215/70R15's? I noted in an earlier post of your
improvement in gas mileage.

I started with 43psi front, 48psi rear but I quickly changed to 48psi
all the way around. After 10k miles, I increased the front tires to
54psi because of slight edge wear. The rear tires look fine.

Humphrey
93 EV MV

--- In ev_update@..., "Jeffrey L. Krattenmaker"
<jlkrattenmaker@e...> wrote:

Has anyone had any positive or negative experience with such units
as the Swampy or similar 12v units ?? Summertime is here and we're
still looking for ways to keep cool on hot / humid nites and to
keep the hound cool for short periods of time while shopping.



Jeff
97 EVC
Dayton, OH

Jeff:

I don't have any experience with a Swampy product, but I do know that
evaporative coolers lose much of their effect at relative humidities
over 50%, so I wouldn't expect much cooling under humid conditions.

We live and travel mainly in dry climates and occasionally use a
portable KoolZone evaporative cooler made by SlantFin
(www.slantfin.com/consumer/cool.html). It is 110v, but has low power
consumption so we run it off a power inverter. It works best when
the vehicle is not moving, or on smooth level roads, because the
water reservoir is shallow and water can slosh out. In dry heat, it
provides some cooling over a concentrated area, but not like A/C. We
aim it at the dogs. With decent ventilation, it helps. Without
ventilation, the humidity eventually makes the heat feel worse.

We've done a lot of looking and haven't found a practical solution
for A/C that doesn't require 110v or a generator. Some folks on the
list have written in about rigging up small window air conditioners,
but I'm trying to stay self-contained. If anyone else has other
solutions, please post them.

Joel Funk
97 EVC
Fort Collins, CO

--- In ev_update@..., sukitoby@a... wrote:

Some threads back - the Purolator oil filter for the EVC 5-cyl was
discussed... the new part is #L40316

The filters are ... hand stamped "Made in Germany' The

white

Purolator box is also hand stamped "Made In Germany" ...

My guess is a Mann or Deutsch filter repackaged. At $5.99 on sale
(regularly $6.99) who can complain!!!

I use these Purolator filters which I can get at Advance Auto. The
most recent filters I bought were made in the USA and somewhat
different from the last made in Germany filter I had.

Humphrey
'93 EV MV

At 08:52 PM 5/29/2000 -0600, you wrote:

I emptied the water tank antifreeze this past weekend, I've filled it
four times, run lots through the tap and still there's some taste of
the stuff.

Any recommendations on how to get that taste out of there? I've
read the coke and lemon ideas on this list but I'm wary of any
sugar or organics in the system.

Marty
92 EVCV
Calgary

Why not contact an RV dealer and ask their service department for advice...
especially the dealer that sells the stuff you put in...

Does the noise vary with RPM?

Also, try getting a piece of plastic pipe about 1" in diameter and 18" long or so (pet shops sell "lift tubes" for undergravel filters that fit the bill) and hold it to your ear while moving it around the engine bay. ?Obviously you have to be careful not to get it caught in any moving part or melted against anything hot. ?Listen from above and listen from below too. ?You wll have to get close (within an inch) of the source of the noise. ?Listen near every component on the serperntine belt -- each idler wheel, the a/c compressor, the alternator, etc. ?Listen on both ends of the head for bad cam bearings. ?Listen along the oil pan and the transmission pan. ?You should be able to isolate the source of the noise.


Mike

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From: Team Degenerate Motorsports
To: "!@ EV list"
Subject: [ev_update] MY 93 is DYING here - HELP me please
Date: Tue, May 30, 2000, 10:14 AM

Have any of you standard transmission drivers put in a new clutch in your
EVC? Any special info on that? cost?

Sue

In a message dated 05/30/2000 1:19:39 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
hjmoyni@... writes:

I started with 43psi front, 48psi rear but I quickly changed to 48psi
all the way around. After 10k miles, I increased the front tires to
54psi because of slight edge wear.

My experience after 142,000 miles with a '93 Weekender is that 43# in Front
and 48# Rear is ample. Anything more gave me an excessively rough ride. YMMV

Bob Williams
93 Weekender with 5-speed
VIN: WV2MC0700PH104774
Severna Park, MD

Hi evrybody, is someone out there had a problem with the shifter that
won't go on PARK position on an automatic trans on a 93. I have this
problem and i'm thinking if it's just the cable adjustement or
anything else. And is it something i can fix by myself.
Thanks folks.

My 93 weekender with 88K has been running really great since fixing the
fan fuses but now theres a new scary noise :-(

It sounds like it's dyin here.

Problem began yesterday after a pretty much normal day of use - A noise
has appeared from the engine - squeeky almost abrasive sounding noise
that appears to not come from any one spot but rather across the entire
motor?

Noise is present at idle in or out of drive ( auto) and does not go away
when RPM goes up while parked - although it may go away when you
actually get driving down the road.

Noise is there when van is warmed up and is present now on a cold start
after sitting overnite - actually it was *very* apparent and nasty
sounding while the motor turned over *before* the van fired up -
sounding like Scraping or an abrasive noise then more of a squeek once
fired up

I have hardly any records on this van - and do not think the timing belt
was changed by PO - this was something I was going to do before a big
4th of July trip but am wondering if it is the cause here???

What do you guys/gals think it is? and should I even try and drive by
the dealer to have him listen???

TIA,

Bill

Well it was not as cushy as the new 29' RV's we rented for the last 5
years but Memorial day weekend trackside at Lime Rock Park was a blast
just the same. The Casa Royal EV tent I picked up this Winter from a
listee worked GREAT -

I put up a few pics:



Bill
93 Weekender

--- In ev_update@..., "Erndog " <erndog1@h...> wrote:

Keith -

Can't say that I can help you out, but I am just getting ready to

buy

the same awning. I was going to get it directly from Carefree of
Colorado, the company that makes it for the WV dealers.

How much did you pay, for the awning, and what did it cost for
installation? What color does the "Eurovan" brand awning come in?

Carefree sells the 8' awning for $259 and the brackets for $50. The
model is the LB Sidewinder II and it comes in a variety of colors.

Thanks,

Erndog
'99 EVC

I'm interested in an awning/tent but my VW dealers don't know an
EVC from a TDI. Is there a website for either the VW or Carefree
awning?
- Jeff

pls remove me from the list

Has anyone had any positive or negative experience with such units as
the Swampy or similar 12v units ?? Summertime is here and we're
still looking for ways to keep cool on hot / humid nites and to keep
the hound cool for short periods of time while shopping.



Jeff
97 EVC
Dayton, OH

I emptied the water tank antifreeze this past weekend, I've filled it
four times, run lots through the tap and still there's some taste of
the stuff.

Any recommendations on how to get that taste out of there? I've
read the coke and lemon ideas on this list but I'm wary of any
sugar or organics in the system.

Marty
92 EVCV
Calgary