Date:         Wed, 28 Mar 2007 18:42:34 -0600
Reply-To:     David Johnson <davidj@ELPASOTEL.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         David Johnson <davidj@ELPASOTEL.NET>
Subject:      Carb Conversion Question
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Ok, so it is close to make or break time on my '80 Westy.  The
vehicle suffered a major engine fire back in late October or early
November (don't exactly recall now).  The fire completely destroyed
the top half of the engine, except for metal.  All hoses, wires, and
sensors were fried.  The distributor and coil were cooked.  I have
finally gotten enough into it enough to assess things, and
realistically I think the only option is to replace the fuel
injection system with a carburetor.  Granted, the actual fuel
injection computer was far enough away it seemed to be untouched, and
I think the air-flow computer may be ok, but honestly I lack the
skills and knowledge to try and figure out where everything goes for
fuel injection, even with the new hoses, wires, etc.

So - if I carb this thing, (which i do understand) the carb kit
doesn't include a hookup for the EGR system.  Other than for
emissions, how does that affect engine performance.  Given that one
of the functions of the EGR is to aid in gas mileage and help with
engine detonation, am I going to introduce large scale engine
problems later if I leave it out?

Failing this, what is a parts Westy worth these days?  Block and
tranny are ok, body is not perfect, but all camping gear is intact
(except for propane valve, which is missing the handle).

Thanks,

David.