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Date:         Wed, 12 Jun 2002 08:51:28 -0500
Reply-To:     Ry L Blaisdell <rblaisdell@JUNO.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Ry L Blaisdell <rblaisdell@JUNO.COM>
Subject:      Re: 1990 Vanagon Fuel injection problem
Comments: To: Willolyn99@AOL.COM
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Ok thanks I will check the ground straps. I pulled the injectors again this time watching their spray pattern and leaving key on checking for leaks just after they have opened....still no sign of leaks. aaggghhhh... I dont know whats worse having a problem thats obvious, or having one that solves itself and leaves you no signs of how or why. anyway..thanks for everyones helpful hints.

I have been driving the last two days after changing my oil and filter with no apparent problems. Who knows where to get the best oil pressure gauge kit for my 1990 vanagon? I really love having a gauge instead of an idiotic light.

Thanks, Ry Blaisdell 1990 vanagon

p.s. hopefully this engine will hold out till i pay off my loan for it...then if it goes i will put a subaru flat four in it...and start paying off that loan.

>You need to see if the injectors are leaking after they have stopped >squirting. This is when they leak! So crank the van over and watch them >squirt. Then after you shut off the key see if they are still dripping or >if they shut off.

>Thanks, >Ken Wilford >John 3:16 >http://www.vanagain.com >Phone: (856)-327-4936 >Fax: (856)-327-2242

-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf Of Ry L Blaisdell Sent: Tuesday, June 11, 2002 5:22 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: 1990 Vanagon Fuel injection problem

hello, I checked the fuel pressure regulator by running the engine for a while revving it up to 3500-4000rpm shut it off and then pulling off the vacuum hose and smelling it....not wet and did not smell like gas....so I think it is ok.

I removed the injectors from the intake and turned key to on position and did not find and leaks.

I changed my oil...just had it changed a week ago dammit....and put on a new filter, and everything seems to be running ok...took it for a test drive about 10miles on the highway. I am guessing that an injector could have stuck open temporarily, or is leaking intermittently.....I dont know.

thanks for comments, Ry Blaisdell 1990 vanagon Texas


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