John Wessels <EUROMOG@aol.com> wrote: > Hello list, > > I am in need of a good used throttle body for an '87 Vanagon Syncro GL. I > don't care if the throttle switch is bad but am looking for something that > the bushings are in good shape and it doesn't stick or bind. I am tired of > having to tap dance on my throttle pedal to get back to idle speed. > > Thanks, > > John Wessels > European Motorsport > Livermore, CA > http://www.euromog.com John, What exactly is binding? I have disassembled, cleaned and (carefully) reassembled mine and there does not seem to be too much that can go wrong. If the throttle stop is not adjusted correctly the throttle valve can stick in the throttle bore. The actuator assembly, to which the accellerator cable attaches, can get dirty and dried out. It needs to be cleaned and lubricated. And last but not least, there is an external return spring that needs to be in place. If it is missing your will have idle return problems. Good Luck, John-Reed Maffeo '86 Syncro - Glacee Mesa, AZ |
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