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Re: Headlight Covers
nkaps
I put a plastic cover over mine (from camping world) and haven't had a
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problem even on a trip to alaska along the ALCAN highway.. no help to you, but if yours were broken, it might help in the future "dirk van ulden" <dvanulde-@...> wrote: original article: Has anyone found headlight covers for the EV, that don't break the |
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Re: Fuel Lines and VWoA
Jerry Carter
Hey guys,
Sorry to leave everyone hanging on the Ev leak effort. To date with the help of a couple of guys from this site, we've been able to put together a list of about 97 names of 93 EV owners (includes 4 92 owners). We have not been able to contact but half of them, BUT if you consider the total number of leakers vs the total population, there is a 25.3% population of leakers, or abot 50% leakers for the contacted population. That my fried is a LARGE % - clearly there is a big problem out there for VWoNA. We're working on a letter (representing the group) to send to... one thought is VWoNA another to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). We're looking for action from VWoNA to take ownership of this problem and stop giving everyone the round around. As we get close (have to close on a letter and contact a few more folks), we'll let everyone know. We're going to make this one have a BIG impact to folks back at VW so we don't have to deal with the "...unpleasant woman..." Jerry antonio martinez <martine-@...> wrote: original article: At 03:19 PM 2/21/2000 -0500, you wrote:aSince I had complained to VW about my leaking fuel lines, I received call fromthe vana "customer service representative." She told me I needed to take to aphone number? |
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Re: EVC - sink/stove "lid"
nkaps
Napa Auto supply carries the part, make sure you get the right part
number. I happended to call the manufacturer on saturday, and caught the boss.] He told me where to get them.....(lot less than any place else) "michael myers" <buddahv-@...> wrote: original article: I have a question about the large cover that lifts up to expose theup? I lift it up but it falls down unless I fold out the cooking sheild |
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Headlight Covers
Hi Dirk;
I saw your post about the covers, I can sell you a set for $45.00 CDN plus shipping & insurance plus 7% GST. I can also get other EuroVan parts if you need them. One of my suppliers has a special on oil filters this week, I can sell them to you for $10.00 CDN each plus shipping and GST. Let me know if you are interested Regards; Brian Has anyone found headlight covers for the EV, that don't break the Dirk 92EVGL**Automotive Books By Robert Bentley Publishing** Roseland Technical Services RR1 Stewiacke NS B0N 2J0 Canada roseland@... 902-639-2777 BN 12175 1788 RT0001 |
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Re: A New Member of the Club
Jean & Greg Maxwell
On 2/20/2000 6:45 PM, Bob Hodes Wrote:
I drove it home yesterday! Fabulous. My brand-new 2000 EVC. Thanks toCongratulations I drove my 2000 EV GLS home on Jan 5. -- Greg Maxwell 1970 Squarback[ex] 1984 Vanagon GL 1992 Golf 2000 EuroVan GLS |
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Re: Fuel Lines and VWoA
Antonio Martinez
At 03:19 PM 2/21/2000 -0500, you wrote:
Since I had complained to VW about my leaking fuel lines, I received acall from a "customer service representative." She told me I needed to take the vanto a I would also like to call VW directly. Could you please share the phone number? Also, is the final tally on leaks (or fires) posted anywhere? thanks, a |
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Re: ....and blower resistors
Chris Noeske
I wasn't aware that radio shack sold these. At what temp does the new fuse
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open at? It would be even better if you knew the part number. -----Original Message-----
From: Sicvw@... [mailto:Sicvw@...] Sent: Monday, February 21, 2000 2:51 PM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Re: ....and blower resistors i replaced the thermal fuse on my jetta when it had the exact same problem as you described i got the fuse at Radio Shack and havent had a problem since and it has been 4 years. chris ------------------------------------------------------------------------ GET A NEXTCARD VISA, in 30 seconds! Get rates as low as 0.0% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. Apply NOW! -- Check out your group's private Chat room -- |
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Re: Fuel Lines and VWoA
Jerry,
I've also been a bit lax in following up on helping you "finish" the list but even in it's current state it's probably enough to embarrass VW if it reaches the press. Too bad VW hasn't reacted in time with a voluntary recall. I'm sure the bad press is the last thing they need. Ron |
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Re: Another Leaker
Paul,
Just some advise based on my experience. The leak may not necessarily be the crimp connection. Also check the hoses that go to the fuel rails ( from the tee) . That's where mine leaked and then the gas ran down the hose and it appeared that the leak was at the crimp connection. My crimp connections were actually fine (although everyone will say they will eventually leak). I suppose the only safe thing to say is replace them all. I plan to change the crimp connections also in the near future. Ron |
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Re: ....and blower resistors
Chris Noeske
<<do you know what the values of the heater blower resistors are in ohms
<<and wattage. My thinking is that if the fuse does not blow ( and mine <<did not) the wattage value of these must be way too small. The values are printed on them usually, .02 ohms, and .04, the power dissipation value is somewhere around 100Watts. The fuse in the fuse block is sized so that it will protect the wiring, and not blow when the fan is run on high speed. The resistor will always get hot, and are designed for this. It is mounted in side the air ducting, so that it gets forced air cooling. When the fan motor bearings start to get too much friction, the resistor will get hot enough to damage the plastic or worst case start a fire. In this case the thermal fuse on the resistor pack will melt open. Your resistor is not burned open the thermal fuse is. Unfortunately the fuse is not replaceable, and the resistor assembly needs to be replaced, as well as the blower motor. You may be able to oil the motor shaft and work it into the bearings. If the bearings have started to gall then oiling will not help, and the new resistor will eventually blow open too. In short if everything is working properly the resistors are sized properly. |
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Re: Another Leaker
Paul, Greg
What are the symptoms of a leaking fuel line? I have had an unsteady idle
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and some some of fuel when I use the defrosters. VW dealer could not fix despite new vacuum and idle. -----Original Message----- |
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Fuel Lines and VWoA
Eckhard Rolz
Since I had complained to VW about my leaking fuel lines, I received a call from
a "customer service representative." She told me I needed to take the van to a dealer. If they diagnose a leak, VW would inform me of the assistance they might give me. (This lady was friendly and professional). This is two weeks after they had told me that I was on my own. At that point I had asked for a letter, stating that they will not replace the fuel lines. I told the lady about 2 weeks ago (who was definitely not a customer service representative, but a pretty aggressive and unpleasant woman) that I need this letter in case the van goes up in flames, so I could show it to my insurance company. I guess I am happy that they reconsidered and called me. The problem now is that I had immediately fixed the leaking fuel line to avoid a fire. How can I have a dealer certify that it is leaking?? Eckhard |
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Re: Adventurewagon sighting
Bruce Curry
On Saturday nite in Eastlake in Seattle I saw a great Tornado Red '90 or '91
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hi-top Adventurewagon parked across from I Love Sushi. 1st A-wagon I've seen on a non-air-cooled series. Some sort of wonky TV antenna on top. I hear they have some sort of shower enclosure which pops out the rear. The cap said they are made in No/So? Carolina. Very cool. bruce ----- Original Message -----
From: Michael Myers <buddahvw@...> To: <ev_update@...> Sent: Monday, February 21, 2000 9:44 AM Subject: [ev_update] Re: Re:Strange EVC sighting I think a comapny in California called "Adventure" still makes the |
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Re: Another Leaker
Chris Noeske
The black one is fuel supply (approx. 40 PSI) and the blue is fuel return
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(approx. 36 PSI). Replace both of them as the hoses are now 7 years old and probably starting to dry rot. You may also want to replace the other short lengths of fuel line that connect to the fuel rail. -----Original Message-----
From: Paul Rousseau [mailto:prousseau@...] Sent: Monday, February 21, 2000 11:53 AM To: ev_update@... Subject: [ev_update] Another Leaker Well, I thought I could wait to fix my fuel line. First, this 93 allegedly has a 95 engine, so I had hoped they had fixed the fuel line. I checked a few weeks ago and realized I had the dreaded crimp. But since I live in warm weather, I hoped it could wait a bit. Went skiing this weekend and afterwards, smelled gas. Checked under the hood and saw the famous crimp leaking. Stopped almost immediately, slept in the van and waited for it to warm up the next day. Luckily, we were able to drive home. Now it is time to fix it immediately. I've seen past posts on this but still have one question. There are two crimped connections to 2 hoses coming out of a black sheath. One is black and was the leaking fuel line. The other is blue. Any idea what this is? Should I also get it fixed? Appreciate any suggestions. The tardy Paul EV93Wk ------------------------------------------------------------------------ WANT FREE MAGAZINES? Sample over 500 magazines in 30 categories-- all for FREE at FreeShop.com, your source for thousands of free and trial offers! -- Create a poll/survey for your group! -- |
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Another Leaker
Paul Rousseau
Well, I thought I could wait to fix my fuel line. First, this 93
allegedly has a 95 engine, so I had hoped they had fixed the fuel line. I checked a few weeks ago and realized I had the dreaded crimp. But since I live in warm weather, I hoped it could wait a bit. Went skiing this weekend and afterwards, smelled gas. Checked under the hood and saw the famous crimp leaking. Stopped almost immediately, slept in the van and waited for it to warm up the next day. Luckily, we were able to drive home. Now it is time to fix it immediately. I've seen past posts on this but still have one question. There are two crimped connections to 2 hoses coming out of a black sheath. One is black and was the leaking fuel line. The other is blue. Any idea what this is? Should I also get it fixed? Appreciate any suggestions. The tardy Paul EV93Wk |
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Re: More Dealer Woe
Scott Douglas
Well Dan, if you look at the amount of work that you had done, and if you
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had to do it all your self it would take two weeks. So it is money well spent! like you say its your cottage and that's cheap upkeep for what you have. My 95 is from OWASCO too. Scott -----Original Message-----
From: DANIEL R HERBERT <dan.herbert@...> To: ev_update@... <ev_update@...> Date: Monday, February 21, 2000 2:38 PM Subject: [ev_update] Re: More Dealer Woe
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Re: More Dealer Woe
DANIEL R HERBERT
On Mon, 21 Feb 2000 11:55:17 -0500 Scott Douglas
<sdouglas@...> wrote: Daniel, what exactly did you have done at Owasco for 1700 dollars? Hi Scott: The vehicle (1995 5 spd EVC) is at 96,000 km. As such, it needs a variety of service. I had the serpentine belt changed, the timing belt changed, new water pump (pre-emptive strike, since the timing belt was off anyway), fluids, filters, plugs, distributor cap, brake fluid flush, coolant flush, tire rotation, engine shampoo, brake inspection etc etc. The price is outrageous, but what the hell - it's my cottage, right? Dan P.S. It was purchased at OWASCO, but this work was done at Don Valley. ---------------------- DANIEL R HERBERT Manager, Computer Services Faculty of Dentistry University of Toronto dan.herbert@... |
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