Date:         Sun, 11 May 2003 20:04:52 -0400
Reply-To:     "Justin M. Mayrand" <jmayrand@ACORNWORLD.NET>
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From:         "Justin M. Mayrand" <jmayrand@ACORNWORLD.NET>
Subject:      Air-cooled Oil Capacity - More info
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Hi All,

OK, here is some more info to add into the mix.

The dipstick is approx. 54.7 CM long as measured from the bottom of the
rubber "stopper". I *did* check it with the van level, but Stan gave me
an idea - I also pull the strainer when I change to oil - is that taken
into account for VW's 3.7 quart capacity? If not, that may be it.
...JMM


On Saturday, May 10, 2003, at 12:08  AM, Stan Wilder wrote:

> Yea! I have an idea.
> Wait till tomorrow and with the van parked on a nice level spot, check
> the oil.
> You can loosen the strainer plate and let that extra 1/2 quart out.
>
> Stan Wilder
>
> On Fri, 9 May 2003 21:04:09 -0400 "Justin M. Mayrand"
> <jmayrand@ACORNWORLD.NET> writes:
>> Hi All,
>>
>> So, I just changed the oil on SuperVan, and it reminded me of a
>> question.
>>
>> According to the manual, the 2.0 AFC hold 3.7 quarts of oil, yet
>> when I
>> change it, it takes 4.7 to reach the "full" mark on the dipstick.
>> This
>> is an AVP Longblock with factory oil cooler (no aux cooler) and
>> correct
>> filter. I believe that the stick is original, and does not look
>> damaged
>> or "tweaked" Any ideas? Thanks!
>>
>>
>> Justin M. Mayrand
>> 1980 Westy "SuperVan"
>>
>>
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