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Re: Tires pressure

Gary Clendening
 

Eurobagans,

We did get 40000 miles from the standard Goodyears and they were run with
the Winnebago 50 lb pressure, but...the center began to wear too soon. That
means over-inflation. After seeing that I began to reduce said pressure but
lost a significant amount of mileage due to the worn center of the three
tires.

I think I'd agree that 50 is too much tire pressure. Some others have
suggest 45-48 with good wear on the Agilis tire. When mine get on (after
the body is fixed) they will start with 45 lbs. unless the list can suggest
a better pressure.

Any reports on the Backpacker trailer left to read?

Gary from Maine


Re: EV5 timing belt

Tony and/or Donna Layng
 

We've never had such a problem so I can't tell you.

DL


Re: 1995 eurovan camper for sale

Tony and/or Donna Layng
 

Can't tell you the place we ordered it from now as it was about 6 years
ago. I found the address in an ad that was in a shortwave radio
magazine that I picked up at the newstand. That's about the only way I
know to buy one for a car. And now I can't remember the name of the
magazine but if you go to a good newstand you'll find one. We love the
radio as it makes it possible to travel without losing a signal,
especially at night and other times in the a.m. when BBC comes in
strong.

DL


Re: 93 EV Engine Fire

 

In a message dated 09/06/1999 9:44:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
Sklashley@... writes:

It seems to me that the hoses only leak when the engine is cold. Is there
extra pressure in the hoses at that point? Something related to the cold
start valve?
I have a similar symptom with my lower radiator hose. It leaks when cold,
even when the engine has been off for several weeks, but it does not leak
when the engine is warm. My theory is that when the rubber is warm it is
pliable enough to conform to the shape of the radiator fitting, but when it
is cold it is stiff and allows a gap between mating surfaces.

Bill Armstrong, EVC Speculator
'71 Econoline (home brew camper)


Re: EV5 timing belt

Bill Salopek
 

I have heard conflicting information about the timing belt in the 5
cylinder eurovan engine. If this belt breaks does internal engine
damage happen?
I had a VW mechanic tell me there would be no damage.

--

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ICQ: 20536257
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Business:
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Re: '93 GL..rear side windows and/or roof vent?

Bill Salopek
 

I cannot keep the sliders open on my MV when moving without getting an
annoying air noise that no one can take very long.
Hmmmm...good to know.

Thanks.
--

Bill Salopek
ICQ: 20536257
No worries...
Business:
Home:


Re: Tires pressure

Dick Frampton
 

Claude,

I have been running the pressures in my 95 EVC at 48 psig front and
rear. Reason is that at 50 psig tires showed some over inflation wear
(centre of tread wearing more than the rest of the tread), but at 48,
on all four tires, wear is quite even and tires are running cool -
this is after many long trips at the lower pressure. There are a lot
of variables so your experience could be different.

Dick
Vancouver Island

----- Original Message -----
From: <cdugal@...>
To: <ev_update@...>
Sent: September 8, 1999 7:25 PM
Subject: [ev_update] Tires pressure


I have an '97 EVC and just bought new tires, Michelin Agilis 51.
Tires size 205/65/R15C.
I kwew that the Eurovan door sticker say 51 psi front and 45 psi
rear.
The Winnebago door sticker say 50 psi front and 50 psi rear.
Now the tire dealer has a "1999 Tires Guide" that rate the
1999 Eurovan Camper at only 42 psi front and 36 psi rear.
The guide do not have as reference for 1997 model year.
I always put 50 PSI in my tires but also always found the ride a bit
hard.

I will like comments on tires pressure if anyone is driving on less
than
Winnebago door sticker.

Thank you

Claude
'97 EVC


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Tires pressure

 

I have an '97 EVC and just bought new tires, Michelin Agilis 51.
Tires size 205/65/R15C.
I kwew that the Eurovan door sticker say 51 psi front and 45 psi rear.
The Winnebago door sticker say 50 psi front and 50 psi rear.
Now the tire dealer has a "1999 Tires Guide" that rate the
1999 Eurovan Camper at only 42 psi front and 36 psi rear.
The guide do not have as reference for 1997 model year.
I always put 50 PSI in my tires but also always found the ride a bit
hard.

I will like comments on tires pressure if anyone is driving on less
than
Winnebago door sticker.

Thank you

Claude
'97 EVC


Re: EV5 timing belt

 

In a message dated 9/8/99 3:35:41 PM, pjansen@... writes:

<<Even though everyone says NO, I can assure you it CAN cause damage. Such as
5 exhaust valves and one intake valve in my case. $2200, thank you very
much. Definitely worth replacing it at the specified interval, as I now
have learned.>>

What is the specified interval? There is no mention of it in the owner's
manual except to "check the condition of the belt" at something like 60,000
miles. I asked the FLVWD about replacing the timing belt at 70,000 miles and
they said to not worry about it. They said it will go for more than 100,000
miles, and if it does break, nothing will be damaged. I've had timing belts
in other VWs break and nothing happen, but they were not EVs which are a
different bird altogether. . .

Todd


Re: EV5 timing belt

 

Someone once told me that whether your timing belt breaking damages the
engine will depend on what the car is doing at the instant it breaks. So
it's certainly best to replace it before it breaks, of course.

-----Original Message-----
From: Peter Jansen [mailto:pjansen@...]
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 5:33 PM
To: 'ev_update@...'
Subject: [ev_update] Re: EV5 timing belt


Even though everyone says NO, I can assure you it CAN cause damage. Such as
5 exhaust valves and one intake valve in my case. $2200, thank you very
much. Definitely worth replacing it at the specified interval, as I now
have learned.

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Re: EV5 timing belt

Peter Jansen
 

Even though everyone says NO, I can assure you it CAN cause damage. Such as
5 exhaust valves and one intake valve in my case. $2200, thank you very
much. Definitely worth replacing it at the specified interval, as I now
have learned.


EV5 timing belt

 

I have heard conflicting information about the timing belt in the 5
cylinder eurovan engine. If this belt breaks does internal engine
damage happen?

Tobi


Re: '99 MV vs. GL

 

David,
The rear facing seats and fold out table get constant use in our '93 MV. Of
course mostly by my kids but I do enjoy sitting on the rear bench on the
table side. The rear facing seats are a problem for some adults.

The best deal is the newest MV out in Germany. The center seats are modular
and can be installed either facing forward or back. maybe we'll see it on
the 2000 MV.
Ron


Re: '93 GL..rear side windows and/or roof vent?

 

Bill,
Just a couple comments to consider...
1- The MV and MV Weekender have different slider windows. The difference is
the Weekender has screens.

2- I cannot keep the sliders open on my MV when moving without getting an
annoying air noise that no one can take very long. Of course they are
great when stationary.
Ron


Re: 1995 eurovan camper for sale

 

leon-@... wrote:
original article:
Amazing camper van like no other. Excellent '95 VW Eurovan camper for
sale. Audi engine/Winnebago pkg.-- refrig, stove, sink, furnace,
shower, etc. Phillips Shortwave radio. Sleeps 4. New tires. 88,000
miles. Winston-Salem, NC. $19,500. Call 1-336-785-3819/
You mention a Phillips Shortwave radio. Could you tell me where you
got it, and the aproximate cost? I am interested in replacing the sony
in my '97 EVC.

Leon Webster


Re: '93 GL..rear side windows and/or roof vent?

 

In a message dated 9/8/99 5:44:48 AM, you wrote:

<<Part of my goal is to decrease the wind buffeting on my head when the
driver's side window is down.>>

I found that installing wind/rain deflectors cuts down the wind an amazing
amount.

Also, I can't have one of the rear sliding windows open while driving if the
front windows are closed. It creates a vacuum intense enough to make my ears
hurt.

Steve Lashley
'66 Westy
'74 Campmobile
'93 EV MV
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Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for
Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan


Re: '93 GL..rear side windows and/or roof vent?

 

In a message dated 9/8/99 11:50:24 AM, erolz@... wrote:

<<I have tried to get a sliding rear window, but my dealer claims it is
not feasible to so since VW does not offer any kits. I don't know of
any aftermarket windows and the junk yards I have contacted don't have
those windows. Any suggestions?
Eckhard>>

I can get side windows that tilt out, but they are expensive. If I remember
correctly, around $475.00 ea with shipping.

Steve Lashley
'66 Westy
'74 Campmobile
'93 EV MV
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Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for
Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan


Re: VWofA repurchase EVC?

Vance, Beaumont W.
 

IT sounds crazy, but there were other factors, one being that I just
couldn't find a decent used 95. The other was that it was a desert car and
the camper equip had never been used. It was Cherry except for the miles. No
regrets here.

-----Original Message-----
From: Severin D Chayka [mailto:chaykasd@...]
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 9:38 AM
To: ev_update@...
Subject: [ev_update] Re: VWofA repurchase EVC?


I guess we just have different points of view. I'd never ever buy 90000
miles for 5k no matter what!


At 09:25 AM 9/8/99 -0600, you wrote:
I have to advise you to get the vehicle checked out and then buy it (if it
is OK.)

I bought a 95EVC with 90,000 miles on it. Everyone told me not to do it. We
have had no major problems and we saved about $5k. You may have some minor
problems like we all do, but the engine in these things are great.

If it checks out OK, what is the problem?

-----Original Message-----
From: James H. McCarthy [mailto:jimhmc@...]
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 9:20 AM
To: ev_update@...
Subject: [ev_update] Re: VWofA repurchase EVC?


I must report a different experience. In January 1998 I found a 1995
EuroVanCamper with 1520 miles on it. It had never been put under warranty.
I bought it at a very reduced price. We have been very satisfied. Some
corrections? Yes. The propane tank leaked; the air conditioner did not
work; the coach battery relay did not work; the skylight leaked. All were
fixed to my satisfaction under the warranty. VW did the airconditioner,
and Winnebago did the rest. Jim McCarthy

At 09:41 AM 9/8/1999 -0500, Severin D Chayka wrote:
Curt,

What do you need all those troubles for? It may look like you'll save
some
$$ now, but have a really good chance to get in a lot more expensive
troubles later (they will tell you whatever you want, they will not loose
any $$). On top of that not many people have enough experience with EV,
so
even minor problem sometimes turns into a real pain. Just forget about it
and go after brand new one.

Severin.

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Re: VWofA repurchase EVC?

Kevin B
 

My 95 EVC was a VW of America repurchase vehicle. The EVC was from So.
California and was repurchased by VW in March of 1998 with 37,000 miles. I
purchased the van in May 1998. The reason given was problems with the
camping equipment and the power windows. It was my experience that VW has
extensive paperwork on a vehicle that it repurchases. The dealer I
purchased it from provided me with all the documentation: Why it was
repurchased and what work VW had done on the van. The van also came with a
12 month 12,000 mile warranty. We now have 68,000 miles on the EVC and have
had no major problems. Our experience with the camping equipment has been
similar to others on the list. If the salesman story is a repurchase he
should be able to provide some documentation for you.

Kevin
Scottsdale, AZ

-----Original Message-----
From: Curt Elsbernd [SMTP:curte@...]
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 6:46 AM
To: ev_update@...
Subject: [ev_update] VWofA repurchase EVC?

After months of looking for a EVC, I've finally found one, but there's a
catch, and
it's a pretty big catch. The vehicle is a 99 with only 1000 miles on it.
It is
essentially new. The plastic is still on the splash guard over the
burners and it
appears that the fridge has never been used.

Here's the catch. It was repurchased by VW of America from the original
owner.
I've gotten a couple of different stories from the salesman. One is that
the owner
was in the military (the vehicle does have a military sticker) and was
transfered
out of the country. The other is that the owner didn't like some squeaks
and
didn't like some chipped paint.

I have problems with both of these arguments. I grew up in the military,
and I've
never heard of someone buying a car back becase of a transfer. It's a
valid reason
for breaking an apartment lease, but not for returning a car. For the
second
reason, VWof A must be pretty kind-hearted to buy back a vehicle for
squeaks and
chipped paint. I really don't see it.

I told the salesman that I was interested if the buyback was not done
because of
something major -- like the engine falling out. He assures me that it
wasn't, but
I don't think that I'm getting a straight story from them.

Here are my questions. Is this worth pursuing? Has anyone else been
involved in a
repurchase? Does anyone know who regulates car sales in California?
Maybe there's
some sort of full disclosure law I don't know about.

This looks pretty good to me. I ought to be able to pick up a new EVC at
a
substantial discount, but the repurchase is a bit scary.

Curt




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Re: VWofA repurchase EVC?

Severin D Chayka
 

I guess we just have different points of view. I'd never ever buy 90000 miles for 5k no matter what!


At 09:25 AM 9/8/99 -0600, you wrote:
I have to advise you to get the vehicle checked out and then buy it (if it
is OK.)

I bought a 95EVC with 90,000 miles on it. Everyone told me not to do it. We
have had no major problems and we saved about $5k. You may have some minor
problems like we all do, but the engine in these things are great.

If it checks out OK, what is the problem?

-----Original Message-----
From: James H. McCarthy [mailto:jimhmc@...]
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 9:20 AM
To: ev_update@...
Subject: [ev_update] Re: VWofA repurchase EVC?


I must report a different experience. In January 1998 I found a 1995
EuroVanCamper with 1520 miles on it. It had never been put under warranty.
I bought it at a very reduced price. We have been very satisfied. Some
corrections? Yes. The propane tank leaked; the air conditioner did not
work; the coach battery relay did not work; the skylight leaked. All were
fixed to my satisfaction under the warranty. VW did the airconditioner,
and Winnebago did the rest. Jim McCarthy

At 09:41 AM 9/8/1999 -0500, Severin D Chayka wrote:
Curt,

What do you need all those troubles for? It may look like you'll save some
$$ now, but have a really good chance to get in a lot more expensive
troubles later (they will tell you whatever you want, they will not loose
any $$). On top of that not many people have enough experience with EV, so
even minor problem sometimes turns into a real pain. Just forget about it
and go after brand new one.

Severin.

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