

| Subject: | Vanagon GL Oil pressure problem |
| From: | Terry Tan |
| Date: | Thu, 27 Jun 1996 10:36:02 -0400 (EDT) |
> > Just did some hard driving this morning about 100 miles at about > 70 mph and my oil pressure light came on, sort of fluttering. > Seems like impending problem. It did go away after I accelerated but on idle > the light came on for awhile. Any comments on why this is happening ? > There are no leaks and the oil level is normal. Engine is still responding > nrmally. Any response is anxiously awaited. > Maybe I should just sell this damned bus.VW's dont seem to last. > This 84 Vanagon GL only has 69k miles has been garaged for several years > body is in very good condition except bumpers are missing one rear plastic > corner piece. > This is a list of the things I have done since I bought the bus new in 1984 > > 1) Replaced clutch three times by dealer 25,000k, 32000k, 54000k. > Each time the deaker just replaced the parts but never checked why > it failed. The last time I did it myself and I believe the problem > is corrected. Clutch hydraulics problem and incorrect shift linkage > from new, created a nightmare for me. No thanks to VW or their dealers. > All they could tell me was I had abuse my clutch.It was their easy way > out. > 2) Front wheel bearings replaced at about 34000 miles > 3) CV joints replaced at 53000 miles > 4) Water pump replaced at about 54000 miles > 5) Muffler replaced around 47000 miles > 6) Head leak problem repaired by dealer ( one side ) 34000 miles > They still charged me for the work. About $750.00 I think. > 7) I did both sides myself around 62000 miles > 8) Push rod tubes replaced at 62000 miles . > 8) Airconditioner hoses ruptured at around 50000 miles. > These are just the major problems. I have not even mentioned the minor > problems which can get pretty long which of course can be considered wear > and tear replacements. > Now I just hope I can clear 100k before the engine has > to be rebuilt. > Any one wants to buy my lemon which is still in quite good condition ?
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