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Re: Temperature Gauge
Jack Lowry
Based on a review of the wiring diagram that I have for my van, and
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verification through testing on my I have found that both fans should always run at the same speed at the same time. There are three speeds that the fans can run operate at. Low speed is probably called stage one is probably controlled by the radiator thermal switch. Medium speed is probably called stage two is probably controlled by the radiator thermal switch. Both stage one and two have series resistors in line with the fans to reduce the fan speed. The high speed I have been told by a VW tech is controlled form somewhere else and should under normal situations almost never be achieved. I have heard the high speed when I had bad series resistors and when I have tested relays etc. I believe that if you pay even minimal attention to the fans and their operation you will have not doubt as to when your fans run at high speed. I've often been concerned about the fans running at high speed and sucking small children and pets up against the grill :-) I'll suggest out that it is a good idea to pay attention to the fans making sure that they both operate properly at the low speed when the engine is not running but the key is on and the HVAC controls are in a position that would normally cause the AC to run. This particular test (suggested by someone else on the list) will verify that both fuses, series resistors and the contacts on the low speed relay are functional and operating properly. Testing the medium and high speed relays will require actual work. I'll point out that I've learned much about the fans through troubleshooting problems with cracked fuses, several bad series resistors and a bad medium speed relay. I've put together some notes and a trouble shooting strategy that should be available in the archive. If you can't find it let me know and I'll send it to anyone directly or resubmit it for archival purposes. I'll ramble on here for one more second, I've heard of several people experiencing a very expensive to repair fire type problem with the AC compressor. I'm not certain whether a lack of fan electrical system maintenance could have contributed to the problem. I'm sure that keeping an ear on the fans and verifying that they run when they should (AC on, DEFROST on, Hot days etc) is nothing but a good thing. -----Original Message----- |
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Engine fire salvage
Harry Thompson
If you take the URL in the following message and change the 7 digit
number at the end to 3995909 you will pull up a 93 being salvaged due to an engine fire. Info says it is a Texas title, any body on the list. Harry Thompson Hi folks - I am not on the list - dunno why because Egroups shows my account as having this as one of the three lists I am on? But no messages come in.... Anybody on the list in PORTLAND , OREGON ????? check this baby out: I want the wheels somebody must need the tranny can you put the top on a non weekender? TONS of good stuff left on it.... Bill ___________________________________________________________________ Get the Internet just the way you want it. Free software, free e-mail, and free Internet access for a month! Try Juno Web: . |
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EVC new owner question
Hi,
Thank you for the answers I posted long time ago as EVC new owner questions. Still I'm not sure when should I chang the engine oil. I know about the brake-in oil and I understand we must wait till first 5000 mile to change it. Since my 99EVC has been built Dec 1998, however, the oil is almost one year old. Actually color of the oil looks old. Still should I wait till 5000 mile? I think one year old oil is too old for the new engine. Is there any 97EVC owners who bought it on late 1997 or 1998 in this list? Any comment about this would be very much appreliated. Regards, Tad |
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Re: EV Dealers in Va.?
Hi all,
I know both dealers at Fairfax and Manassas. Unfortunately they are not qualified as EVC dealer. They even did not know well about EVC. I bought a 99EVC form VW Springfield too. As somebody in this list may remember, they never give me a discount, but I don't blame them. They can sell EVCs even with a sticker price easily because of high demand / low supply at the DC area. Why they must give me a discount? In fact, they sold two EVCs within a week as soon as they received them. They also carried a 2000EV at the same time but still it was there when I visit there last time. I received kind messages from list members about PA dealer. But I decided to go for Springfield because of initial quality problems I heard from the list. I don't want few hour trip so often. Also I heard that all VW dealer can not service EVC due to the long wheel base. All in all, VW Springfield sales person was very knowledgeable and friendly. I'm satisfied with them except the price. My EVC had full of propane (80%). I don't know why he told Steve a lie. Regards, Tad steve kammerer <skammere-@...> wrote: original article: Mike, I also bought my 97 EVC at Sprlingfield VW, I found thewhen I was going to pick it up that he would have the propane in it and wehe said that the law forbids them to have vehicles on the lot at any timeVirginia northernthat carries EVCs and that's Springfield VW in Springfield up in callingVA. I live in Maryland and purchesed my 97 there. I'd suggest inthe VW 800 number(1-800-DRIVE VW) to see if there are any closer to camper,Richmond, Va., who is very interested in buying a new Eurovan evenbut who has been unsuccessful in finding a VW dealer in Va. who where Iknows what an EVC is! Does anyone have any information as to can send him for some straight information from VW?___________________________________________________________________ |
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Re: Engine fire salvage
In a message dated 11/4/99 9:57:12 AM Eastern Standard Time,
harryt11@... writes: If you take the URL in the following message and change the 7 digitRegarding (a 93 MV with automatic transmission), I find these pictures particularly sobering. I too would like to hear the owner's story of the circumstances leading to the fire. Perhaps it was caused by leaking fuel lines. The pictured license plate looks to be from NJ. Bob "Glad It's Not Mine" Williams |
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Re: CONSOLE thanks - WAS- 93 WEEKENDER soon up for salvageauction
In a message dated 11/4/99 1:27:14 AM, you wrote:
<<I had been meaning to tell you how happy I am with the console I purchased from you recently for my EV - Real nice match with the black on the dash - looks damn near OEM too :-) and still easy to get back thru the isle to the kids.... unlike those larger ZWO ones would have been. Thanks for the nice item, Bill>> Bill, I'm glad you're happy with it. Kamei has been making accessories for VW since the 1950s. Their products are considered to be good quality. I'm trying to stock other items, but the distributor here in the US puts a 100% mark over retail on everything. As an example, this same console costs $200 from them. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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Re: Compass on the dash - Anothe option to consider
Charles Bragg
At 06:06 PM 11/03/1999 -0800, Jerry wrote:
While I have also added a small compass on the dash, I have wondered ifIf you're going to spend $200, how about a handheld GPS? That way you'd not only know which way you're facing, but why it's the wrong way ;-) For $200 you could get a digital thermometer *and* a GPS. ======== Chuck Bragg, Santa Monica Bay Audubon cgbragg@... fax: 209-671-6396 ======== |
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Re: CONSOLE thanks - WAS- 93 WEEKENDER soon up for salvage auction
Team Degenerate
Sklashley@... wrote:
Bill>> Steve - I had been meaning to tell you how happy I am with the console I purchased from you recently for my EV - Real nice match with the black on the dash - looks damn near OEM too :-) and still easy to get back thru the isle to the kids.... unlike those larger ZWO ones would have been. Thanks for the nice item, Bill |
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93 WEEKENDER soon up for salvage auction
Team Degenerate
Hi folks -
I am not on the list - dunno why because Egroups shows my account as having this as one of the three lists I am on? But no messages come in.... Anybody on the list in PORTLAND , OREGON ????? check this baby out: I want the wheels somebody must need the tranny can you put the top on a non weekender? TONS of good stuff left on it.... Bill |
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Re: Temperature Gauge
Eckhard,
My guess is the temp gauge was not working as it should. The factory manual indicates it should start to open at 189 F (176 for the VR6 engine) and be full open by 216 F (221 for the VR6 engine) for the 2.4L diesel and 2.5L 5cyl engines. However, there is always the possibility of having a different thermostat. You could possibly "calibrate" your gauge by checking when/how many of the electric fans are coming on. The factory manual indicates there is a thermal switch located on the radiator, about halfway up on the side opposite of the side with the upper radiator hose. This 2 stage swith controls when the fan(s) come on. Stage 1: ON (183 - 192 F) OFF (169 - 181 F) Stage 2: ON (194 - 203 F) OFF (180 - 192 F) The manual is not clear on this point, but as near as I can tell, stage 1 means only one fan is running. Stage 2 means both are running (Does anyone know for sure? - I have to check the next time my fan(s) kick in). The nice thing about this, its operation is independant of the thermostat. I also found that the EV has a "Thermostat control for shutters". Its mounted between the fans. When the coolant temperature drops below 77 F, it closes the shutters. The shutters are the plastic circle devices behind the electric fans. When you're above 77 F, the sensor moves an arm that opens the shutters so when the fans kick in, they can pass air all the way through. This feature is only on the 2.4L diesel and 2.5L - 5 cyl engines. It is not on the 2.8L VR6 engine. This is my contribution to the collective EV body of knowledge tonight. Hope its helped someone. Jerry eckhard rolz <erol-@...> wrote: original article: For some strange reason my gauge cluster worked today. I wassurprised to see how low the temperature gauge registered. Where should it be? Inmy Jetta it is right in the middle when the temperature is correct. Inthe EV it never went past the 1/4 mark. (Well, maybe the gas gauge workedand the temp gauge did not?) Is that normal? Could it be that I have thewrong thermostat?but I have no idea how to hook it into the cooling system without causing aleak. Has anyone installed an after market temp gauge? |
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1997 Eurovan for sale, Dallas, TX
I need to sell my 1997 EV Camper and am wondering if anyone would be
interested in it. I'm asking $27,500 and it has less than 30,000 miles on it. I'm the second owner. It's got everything and everything works great. I also bought a storm shield car cover from Go Westy which will go with the camper. It has a 2" trailer hitch and is prepped for use with electric brake trailers. It has the center seat. It drives great; I've had no problems with it but need to sell due to growing family. I live in a northern suburb of Dallas, TX. |
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Re: Compass on the dash - Anothe option to consider
While I have also added a small compass on the dash, I have wondered if
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anyone has considered adding (or have made the swap) to one of the aftermarket rearview mirror's with the built-in compass/temp digital display (Its an option found on certain GM vehicles). The only downside would be the price, ~$200. Jerry richard cochran <rcochra-@...> wrote: original article: Eckhard Rolz wrote:I noticed on your web site that you mounted a compass on the dash. IMy compass (Ritchie X-10, which looks great with the grey interior of |
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Temperature Gauge
Eckhard Rolz
For some strange reason my gauge cluster worked today. I was surprised to
see how low the temperature gauge registered. Where should it be? In my Jetta it is right in the middle when the temperature is correct. In the EV it never went past the 1/4 mark. (Well, maybe the gas gauge worked and the temp gauge did not?) Is that normal? Could it be that I have the wrong thermostat? I have been thinking about installing an after market thermometer but I have no idea how to hook it into the cooling system without causing a leak. Has anyone installed an after market temp gauge? Eckhard |
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Re: Contacting VW direct
Ron,
Yes, we ought to give the VW rep the chance to make good on an obvious VW design problem. But if you know, say through this site, that a VW rep has brushed off another EV owner with the same problem - then I'd be inclined to start the other way 1st to get the attention of the VW rep. Jerry rbiege-@... wrote: original article: Jerey,shouldn't the first step be to contact a VW rep and see if they will repairit? I think you need to go through this first step. |
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Re: 2nd Battery
nightsky
The alternator in the MV is a 120 amp same as in the camper so it should work
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fine. Any RV shop will have the battery isolator switch and wiring to do the job BUT you should put the battery in a sealed container with a vent to the outside for safety. Geoff Harry Thompson wrote: I thought I sent this a couple of weeks ago but maybe my email ate it. I |
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Re: 93 WEEKENDER soon up for salvage auction
In a message dated 11/4/99 12:14:08 AM, Sklashley@... writes:
<< Bill>> It's hard to tell from the photographs, but this EV could be restorable.>> I dunno. The right front wheel looks like it's about 6-8 inches out of whack, like the frame was bent or the tranny/engine were broken from the mounts. Shame to see such a fine automobile go to waste. Todd |
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Re: Compass on the dash
Richard Cochran
Eckhard Rolz wrote:
I noticed on your web site that you mounted a compass on the dash. IMy compass (Ritchie X-10, which looks great with the grey interior of the EVC, by the way) has compensating magnets to counteract stray magnetic fields. There's a somewhat involved process of repeatedly pointing the van north, south, east, and west, and adjusting screws to get it to work, but once adjusted, it works just fine. The compass owner's manual is the best reference for this. All but the cheapest car compasses will have compensating magnets (my compass cost about $20.00 at West Marine). But I have noticed one small problem. The AC/Heater fan must have some wires nearby, because as I turn the fan on, off, or change the speed, the compass swings by up to 10 or so degrees. It's not a big deal, but I turned the fan on "2", where I seem to keep it much of the time, and then went through the adjustment process to make the compass as accurate as possible at that fan setting. Regardless of fan setting, the compass is accurate enough to help me make an educated guess as to which way I want to turn at the next intersection. --Rich |
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Re: 93 WEEKENDER soon up for salvage auction
In a message dated 11/3/99 11:09:37 PM, highrpm@... wrote:
<<check this baby out: I want the wheels somebody must need the tranny can you put the top on a non weekender? TONS of good stuff left on it.... Bill>> It's hard to tell from the photographs, but this EV could be restorable. Steve Lashley '66 Westy '74 Campmobile '93 EV MV <A href="></A> 314-614-0750 Importing German Side Tents, Carver Propane Heaters and other Accessories for Bus, Vanagon and EuroVan |
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