Joseph F. Fournier II wrote: > > Thom mentioned cap with only 2 contacts... > > I wonder if this might have been used to create a crude air compressor, > with two cylinders getting no spark, instead returning air. > > While we're on the topic, does anyone have any info on using a VW engine > in-tact as an air compressor? Is it possible to screw a fitting into one > of the spark plug holes and inflate a tire (without hurting your engine)? > > Thanks! Joe > Not too long ago I ran into a guy on a motorcycle out on the Blue Ridge Parkway and I asked him what he does in the event of a flat tire. He pulled out a patch/plug kit like they have at any gas station and a hose that does exactly what you describe above. he takes out a spark plug, disconnects something on the ignition and then holds in the "start" button. he said he found it in the back of some motorcycle magazine... Ian --
Ian Webb, Assistant Director University of Virginia Roanoke Center Phone: (540) 857-7922 Fax: (540) 857-7936 ian_webb@virginia.edu
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