I have a solution for ya (did the same = thing on my intake pipes).

I used some solvent and a = large L-bent bristle brush found at your local Homebrew shop. Let the solvent set for a = minute and then simple run the brush through a couple of times. Worked great for me.

Don Preston

'87 Wolfy GL

~Betsy the Mp3 Bus~

----- Original Message -----

From: Steve = Gough

To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM =

Sent: Friday, May 11, 2001 = 12:49 PM

Subject: Cleaning intake = manifolds

Dear List,

I'm doing an engine replacement on my = '86 Vanagon.

The intake manifold pipes = (the four "spider legs") have a

LOT of carbon in them. = Most is in the bend (center of

pipes) where it's hard to get at.

Any tips on getting this stuff out, = short of a couple

of hours with a little wire = brush?

TIA,

Steve