I need a fuel meter for my 1979 504 Diesel Station wagon.
Many Thanks,
John
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> 1. Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: b Immer <keeperofcars@yahoo.com>
> 2. Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: "Brian White" <brian@bjwhite.net>
> 3. Things you discover after buying...top this!
> From: "ouigpt" <ouigpt@yahoo.com>
> 4. Re: Things you discover after buying...top this!
> From: Ben Pender <ben_pender@yahoo.com>
> 5. Comment, Political & Other
> From: "Bernard Kaye" <eviebob@comcast.net>
> 6. Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: "p406aut" <reinerplass@aol.com>
> 7. Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: Brian Holm <peugeots@vtlink.net>
> 8. Re: Message 14 in Diges 2138
> From: Brian Holm <peugeots@vtlink.net>
> 9. Re: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: "Thomas John" <thomas@ikonengold.de>
> 10. Political Comments
> From: "billbranch1" <billbranch1@aol.com>
> 11. 405S Valve Cover Removal
> From: "billbranch1" <billbranch1@aol.com>
> 12. Re: Political Comments
> From: "N9TE" <Fujitsu@turbo505.com>
> 13. Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: Alex Zepeda <alex.zepeda@gmail.com>
> 14. Squid and the whale/504
> From: Dave Salkin <peugeot@ksc-inc.com>
> 15. Wtd: TD rad
> From: "Bob Bruce" <bobbruce@mts.net>
> 16. 1980 505 parking brake sticking
> From: "blade44m" <zaphod44@earthlink.net>
> 17. Re: Things you discover after buying...top this!
> From: ConCarnay@aol.com
> 18. Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
> From: b Immer <keeperofcars@yahoo.com>
> 19. '88 505 owner's manual wanted
> From: "todd_sanchez" <todd.sanchez@comcast.net>
> 20. Re: Symptoms of Bad Microswitch
> From: "Mike Aube" <maube@idirect.com>
> 21. Re: Re: Looking for 505 turbo diesel people/person in SanFransisco
> Bay Area??
> From: "Mike Aube" <maube@idirect.com>
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> Message: 1
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 08:07:39 -0800 (PST)
> From: b Immer <keeperofcars@yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
> I have a couple of BMWs. An 85 325 e, I am getting 22 to 24 mpg with it
> and I have seen cars with over 250,000 miles on them with no engine
> problems.
>
> I also have a E 30 M3 , these have become collector cars, there at least
> 10 grand . Engine and body parts are expensive. A 325 IS is a great car
> for the $$, you have to really be careful about the timing belt on these.
> Because if the belt snaps it no only bends valves, but also breaks the cam
> mounts on the head. The also made a ES model that give you the break and
> suspension upgrades / Limited slip diff witht the E engine. I would
> aviod the 318 4 cyl models, they seem to start burning oil at 125k. Vs
> the 6 cylinders go to 300,000. I have only had to replace the Idle valve
> and fuel pumps on my cars.
>
> The older BMW baby sixs all had timing belts, VS the big sixes. 2.8 to
> 3.5 L have timing chains. The baby sixes were 2.3, 2.5 and 2.7 L
> engines. THe E engine is actually a 2.7 L vs the 325i engind was a 2.5
> L but a higher redline.
>
> I have paid $500 to $800 for my E models, they usually needed to have the
> Idle or a fuel bump repair. You can get a IS for $1500 to $3000. Any car
> over 125 K miles will have a broken Odometer. There are gear kits out on
> the Net for about $65 to fix them.
>
> Hope this helps.
>
> Barry
>
> kenneth parker <elkeni@mac.com> wrote:
> Tired of working on my 84 505 STI and always impressed by how easy
> it
> is to work on my wife's 94 525i BMW I continue to search for a good
> used BMW. I haven't said a word to my car about it, but every time I
> park it in the driveway and, after pulling away, return to see the
> small pool of oil that has leaked out all I can think about is getting
> a dry, no-rust-around-the-windshield BMW. I am certain that there are
> good 505's out there in the world, but mine isn't one.
> I have no idea where the oil leak originates. I think it is either
> the pan gasket, the rear seal, or the timing cover support plate. A
> while back a list member suggested using some sort of dye to pinpoint
> the source. I don't know where I can get the stuff and I worry that it
> might, somehow, contaminate what oil is in the car.
> So, my primary question has to do with the alphabetical
> classification
> on BMW cars means. I have been advised to get a 325is, but I don't
> know what the "is" signifies. I saw a 325e the other day, but have no
> idea what the "e" means. Might someone out there clarify this BMW
> mystery for me?
> Also, if anyone has a surefire way to pinpoint my current oil leak,
> please send that info along.
> Also, in that I have rebuilt several 504's (with the two lateral rear
> main seals), I was wondering if there is a special tool to use when
> installing the seals. I have used oiled shim stock, but I was
> wondering if there is an actual device used to do this. Lastly, can
> those rear seals (they are lateral strips) be replaced with out freeing
> the tranny from the engine. As I remember, they simply fit onto tiny
> dowels on the rear main cap.
> I may try to replace the pan gasket seal and rear main seals with the
> engine in the car. It looks to be a horrendous project (remove ram and
> lines, support engine from above, drop cross member, etc.) Anybody out
> there have any tricks for this procedure?
> Thanks,
> Ken
>
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> Message: 2
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 09:13:11 -0800
> From: "Brian White" <brian@bjwhite.net>
> Subject: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
>
>> I have a couple of BMWs. An 85 325 e, I am getting 22 to 24 mpg with it
>> and I have seen
>> cars with over 250,000 miles on them with no engine problems.
>
> And to show you how outdated that is, (and how useless the eta engine is
> in my opinion)...my 1998
> BMW 540i 6-speed (with a 285hp 4.4 liter V8) gets 26 mpg.
>
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> Message: 3
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 17:18:12 -0000
> From: "ouigpt" <ouigpt@yahoo.com>
> Subject: Things you discover after buying...top this!
>
> While in the process of changing all belts on my 504 diesel, I remove
> the radiator. I have driven the car about 2,000 miles and it runs nice
> and cool, although temp needle creeps up just a little at 70 mph. In
> the top neck of radiator I find a six point, 1/2" drive Snap on impact
> socket, effectively limiting the flow of coolant to the 1/2" hole. How
> does that happen?... Malpractice suit?...Things like this are too
> stupid to make up...and besides I have all the sockets that I need!
> I will consider putting socket on eBay if anyone in the group wants
> to plug their radiator.
>
> Gil
>
>
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 4
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 09:50:23 -0800 (PST)
> From: Ben Pender <ben_pender@yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: Things you discover after buying...top this!
>
> Gil,
>
> I'll trade you all the home electrical wire that I
> found in an Audi I bought to fix-up for my wife! It
> was holding the radiator fan shroud/motor to the
> radiator, there was some twisted holding the *datsun*
> clutch release bearing to the clutch release fork, and
> last, but not least, there was a 10" or so piece tied
> around the neck of the oil pump pick-up tube. What
> was it doing around the neck of the oil pump pick-up
> tube, you might ask? Well it was wrapped around the
> neck in order to secure the swatch of fiberglass cloth
> that was acting as a strainer over the mouth of the
> pick-up tube. If I can find the fiberglass cloth, you
> can have that as well in trade for the socket!
>
> Seriously! I'll take the socket! I broke several
> tools yesterday wrenching on a Volvo 850, so I can
> always use some strong tools. I broke a 13mm wrench,
> not at the crow's foot or the box section, but in the
> middle!!! I was double wrenching it (had the box
> section of another wrench in the open part of the
> broken wrench in order to double or triple the torque
> I could apply to the fastener. The wrench snapped
> right in the middle along what looks to be some sort
> of forge line. I also twisted the square drive part
> of an extension off on the same bolt-the lower
> balljoint pinch bolt which was corroded to the
> steering knuckle from being exposed to salt water-the
> car came from Florida.)
>
> Peugeot content #1 I love Peugeots! And Peugeot
> content #2-Hey, I remembered to remove Gil's addy from
> the to line and replace it with the Peugeot list addy!
> And #3, as Gil suggested, I am trying to "top this!"
>
> Regards,
> Ben Pender
> some MGs
> some VWs
> some Audis
> some Yugos
> a Saab c900
> and a Fiat X1/9
>
>
> --- ouigpt <ouigpt@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> While in the process of changing all belts on my
>> 504 diesel, I remove
>> the radiator. I have driven the car about 2,000
>> miles and it runs nice
>> and cool, although temp needle creeps up just a
>> little at 70 mph. In
>> the top neck of radiator I find a six point, 1/2"
>> drive Snap on impact
>> socket, effectively limiting the flow of coolant to
>> the 1/2" hole. How
>> does that happen?... Malpractice suit?...Things like
>> this are too
>> stupid to make up...and besides I have all the
>> sockets that I need!
>> I will consider putting socket on eBay if anyone in
>> the group wants
>> to plug their radiator.
>>
>>
>> Gil
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 11:51:29 -0800
> From: "Bernard Kaye" <eviebob@comcast.net>
> Subject: Comment, Political & Other
>
> Koll,
>
> Yes, have at it. I will read and "listen" to everything, every word you
> say but please try to not label me; I will not label you!
>
> Your personality and you are not involved; only your ideas, your opinions
> are involved. In a sense, you and I are not in the room; only our
> opinions, our ideas are open for discussion, for discourse.
>
> Whether I am _____ or_____ and whether you are _____ or ____ is of no
> concern. But what our leaders are is of paramount importance.
>
> I take no license to talk about, characterize or label you and I give you
> none to talk about, characterize or label me.
>
> If we discourse, it will not be a Fox Network show; it will be with mutual
> respect.
>
> Bernie
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
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> Message: 6
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 18:27:45 -0000
> From: "p406aut" <reinerplass@aol.com>
> Subject: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
> --- In peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com, "Brian White" <brian@b...> wrote:
>>
>>
>> > I have a couple of BMWs. An 85 325 e, I am getting 22 to 24 mpg
> with it and I have seen
>> > cars with over 250,000 miles on them with no engine problems.
>>
>> And to show you how outdated that is, (and how useless the eta engine
> is in my opinion)...my 1998
>> BMW 540i 6-speed (with a 285hp 4.4 liter V8) gets 26 mpg.
>>
> well what proof yours is a 1998 the other a 1985 and yours would cost
> a bit more than 500 to 1000 $ to buy, am I not right ;-)))
>
> Reiner Plass
>
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 7
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 13:52:51 -0500
> From: Brian Holm <peugeots@vtlink.net>
> Subject: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
> Ken, you don't specify gas or diesel.
>
> If it's a diesel, it's probably leaking at the lateral seals, which
> do not need to be replaced to stop the leak. Just drop the pan and
> dab silicone sealant over the shrunken lower ends of the lateral
> seals. Then put the pan back on. This can be done with the engine in
> place.
>
> If it's gas, check the screens in the breather tube just ahead of the
> starter motor. If they are plugged oil will be forced out of the
> engine wherever it can find a way. Replace the screens and you're
> good to go. Leaks at the timing cover may be caused by the careless
> replacement of the timing cover after removal--the cover must be
> carefully centered on the pulley, or the bushing in the cover may be
> torn loose and leak around it's edges.
>
> Happy solstice!
>
> Brian Holm Parts for Peugeots
>
> At 02:14 PM 12/17/2005, kenneth parker wrote:
>> Tired of working on my 84 505 STI and always impressed by how easy
>> it
>>is to work on my wife's 94 525i BMW I continue to search for a good
>>used BMW. I haven't said a word to my car about it, but every time I
>>park it in the driveway and, after pulling away, return to see the
>>small pool of oil that has leaked out all I can think about is getting
>>a dry, no-rust-around-the-windshield BMW. I am certain that there are
>>good 505's out there in the world, but mine isn't one.
>> I have no idea where the oil leak originates. I think it is either
>>the pan gasket, the rear seal, or the timing cover support plate. A
>>while back a list member suggested using some sort of dye to pinpoint
>>the source. I don't know where I can get the stuff and I worry that it
>>might, somehow, contaminate what oil is in the car. . . . (desperate
>>Plan B removed)
>
> Brian Holm, Parts for Peugeots
> at Peugeot Holm, since 1969
> 2120 Maple Hill
> Plainfield, VT, 05667
> 802-454-7132, fax -1310
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> Message: 8
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 13:57:56 -0500
> From: Brian Holm <peugeots@vtlink.net>
> Subject: Re: Message 14 in Diges 2138
>
> Hey, the French-bashers started it. Now we have a little balance,
> and while I would love to jump in as well, I think for the sake of
> the List we should drop it here. --Brian Holm
>
> At 03:55 PM 12/17/2005, N9TE wrote:
>
>>I take it only views like yours, Pasi's & Reiner's are the only views you
>>want to hear? I disagree with EVERYTHING you all have said on this
>>subject.
>>
>>Out of courtesy to others, I have abided every single time it was brought
>>up
>>by the list administrator to keep politics off the list - which I never
>>instigated.
>>
>>Do the rules not apply to the "progressives"?!
>>
>>This sucks. >:|
>>
>> K o l l
>>
>>PS: Do I get the same opportunity to vent my political views?
>>
>>
>>----- Original Message -----
>>From: "Bernard Kaye" <eviebob@comcast.net>
>>To: <jarvinenjp@hotmail.com>; <peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com>
>>Sent: Saturday, December 17, 2005 12:34 PM
>>Subject: [Peugeot-L] Message 14 in Diges 2138
>>
>>
>> > Pasi,
>> >
>> > You know more about the world, including the United States of America,
>>than do 95% or more of the American people, including, unfortunately,
>>members of the Peugeot List.
>>
>
> Brian Holm, Parts for Peugeots
> at Peugeot Holm, since 1969
> 2120 Maple Hill
> Plainfield, VT, 05667
> 802-454-7132, fax -1310
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> Message: 9
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 19:40:50 +0100
> From: "Thomas John" <thomas@ikonengold.de>
> Subject: Re: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
> Also, the 22 to 24 mpg are bad for a 325e. It should need max. 9
> litres/100 km which is about 26 mpg (US). At least this is what a friend's
> 325e consumes. For a 1984 gas car with a smooth 2.7 litre 6-cylinder
> engine and first-generation catalytic converter, this is fantastic. Also
> while the old 3-series BMW is much lighter, it also has much worse
> aerodynamics.
>
> But then, the 540i would also consume rather 12 litres/100 km in city
> driving.
>
> These late 1980-1990 BMW's are all surprisingly easy on gas, compared to
> Mercedes-Benz cars for example. But back in the 80s, the eta was one of
> the most economic of them all.
>
> regards,
> Thomas
>
>
>
>
> On Sun, 18 Dec 2005 19:27:45 +0100, p406aut <reinerplass@aol.com> wrote:
>
>> --- In peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com, "Brian White" <brian@b...> wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> > I have a couple of BMWs. An 85 325 e, I am getting 22 to 24 mpg
>> with it and I have seen
>>> > cars with over 250,000 miles on them with no engine problems.
>>>
>>> And to show you how outdated that is, (and how useless the eta engine
>> is in my opinion)...my 1998
>>> BMW 540i 6-speed (with a 285hp 4.4 liter V8) gets 26 mpg.
>>>
>> well what proof yours is a 1998 the other a 1985 and yours would cost
>> a bit more than 500 to 1000 $ to buy, am I not right ;-)))
>>
>> Reiner Plass
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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> Message: 10
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 18:52:33 -0000
> From: "billbranch1" <billbranch1@aol.com>
> Subject: Political Comments
>
> Not only are these postings off-topic, but if I may quote from our
> homepage:
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> Message: 11
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 19:37:45 -0000
> From: "billbranch1" <billbranch1@aol.com>
> Subject: 405S Valve Cover Removal
>
> Hello,
> Will removal of the one (1) bolt and the remaining two (2) nuts allow
> me to pull off the cover, or are there hidden fasteners?
> Thank you.
> Bill
>
>
>
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> Message: 12
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 11:57:57 -0800
> From: "N9TE" <Fujitsu@turbo505.com>
> Subject: Re: Political Comments
>
> Ah yes, let's invoke the rule before I get to respond.
>
> Lemme guess, Pasi gets a p-p-pass.
>
> The enforcement of the rules is horseshit around here.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "billbranch1" <billbranch1@aol.com>
> To: <peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, December 18, 2005 10:52 AM
> Subject: [Peugeot-L] Political Comments
>
>
>> Not only are these postings off-topic, but if I may quote from our
>> homepage:
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>> "If you want to argue with anyone, please do it by PRIVATE MAIL. Do
>> not clutter up the list. Anyone who violates these basic rules will be
>> removed from the list."
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>> This no place for political, economic, or religious commentary or
>> comment.
>>
>> Thank you.
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> Message: 13
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 12:27:00 -0800
> From: Alex Zepeda <alex.zepeda@gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
> On 12/18/05, b Immer <keeperofcars@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> I have paid $500 to $800 for my E models, they usually needed to have
>> the Idle or a fuel
>> bump repair. You can get a IS for $1500 to $3000. Any car over 125 K
>> miles will have a
>> broken Odometer. There are gear kits out on the Net for about $65 to fix
>> them.
>
> Also, the earlier eta motors were prone to head bolt problems IIRC. A
> friend of mine had an 82 or 84 528e. Fantastic car to drive. In
> fact, I learned how to drive a manual transmission in that car. Worst
> back seat I've ever been in tho (FOR SITTING). She eventually sold it
> off as the head gasket had blown and clogged up the cooling system and
> such. Big nasty mess.
>
> --
> alex
>
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> Message: 14
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 15:08:39 -0600
> From: Dave Salkin <peugeot@ksc-inc.com>
> Subject: Squid and the whale/504
>
> Saw the movie today and enjoyed it. The 504 looks great. As I said when I
> was selling my 1977 white one 2 years ago the producer wanted to buy it.
> However, they wanted a burgundy one but I guess changed their mind and
> took
> a blue one. The car is a diesel and looks good. Some of the street scenes
> show cars newer than 1986 when the movie takes place. I didn't hear the
> Peugeot diaries that others have mentioned.
>
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 15
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 17:14:28 -0600
> From: "Bob Bruce" <bobbruce@mts.net>
> Subject: Wtd: TD rad
>
> Does anybody have a rad (with metal end tanks) for a late XD2S or XD3T?
> It doesn't matter whether it has auto trans cooler connections or not.
>
> Bob
>
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>
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> Message: 16
> Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2005 00:12:48 -0000
> From: "blade44m" <zaphod44@earthlink.net>
> Subject: 1980 505 parking brake sticking
>
> Hey group-
>
> The brake on the left rear wheel on my 1980 505 SD sticks after
> releasing the parking brake. I doesn't stick through normal operation.
> I checked the parking brake's cables and linkages, and they're ok...it
> seems the problem is in the caliper itself. I understand this is
> common on 505s. What is the most common remedy? Can I rotate the
> piston around a bunch of times to free it up? Rebuild it? Replace it?
>
> Right now, I don't use the parking brake unless I really have to. The
> high compression of the diesel engine keeps the car from moving pretty
> well. When I do have to use it, backing up really fast and slamming on
> the brakes seems to help.
>
> Thanks!
>
> -matt
>
>
>
>
>
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> Message: 17
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 22:07:11 EST
> From: ConCarnay@aol.com
> Subject: Re: Things you discover after buying...top this!
>
>
> In a message dated 12/18/2005 9:52:29 AM Pacific Standard Time,
> ben_pender@yahoo.com writes:
>
> I broke a 13mm wrench,
> not at the crow's foot or the box section, but in the
> middle!!!
>
>
>
> We all know what to get you for Xmas.
>
> A nice set of Craftsman :-D
>
> -Mike
>
>
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> Message: 18
> Date: Sun, 18 Dec 2005 19:10:22 -0800 (PST)
> From: b Immer <keeperofcars@yahoo.com>
> Subject: Re: off topic (blasphemy?) BMW model query
>
> I Guess it depends on how you drive. I only get 25 to 27 MPG out of my
> Mini S. around town, so the 325e getting 24 was pretty good. Im sure it be
> higher on the express way. I can get the Mini up to about 32 to 35 on the
> E way. But thats usually going 80 to 90 mph.
>
> Plus Eta parts are fairly cheap, and any engine part can be found at the
> Local U pull it with all the 528e with auto transmission that have died.
> And the 318 body parts are the same so pickings are good.
>
> Barry
>
>
>
> Brian White <brian@bjwhite.net> wrote:
>
>> I have a couple of BMWs. An 85 325 e, I am getting 22 to 24 mpg with it
>> and I have seen
>> cars with over 250,000 miles on them with no engine problems.
>
> And to show you how outdated that is, (and how useless the eta engine is
> in my opinion)...my 1998
> BMW 540i 6-speed (with a 285hp 4.4 liter V8) gets 26 mpg.
>
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> Message: 19
> Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2005 06:54:16 -0000
> From: "todd_sanchez" <todd.sanchez@comcast.net>
> Subject: '88 505 owner's manual wanted
>
> I rescued an '88 505 GLS 5spd wagon from the weeds last year. It was at
> that point where
> the kids were starting to stone it... Anywho, I'd like to have an owners
> manual to replace
> the typed FAQ sheet that I made up for the glove box.
>
> (Speaking of stoning, my son who went with me on the final rescue mission
> said the kid
> who owned the car was "roided out of his mind." And that I was nuts to
> "push him so
> hard..." I didn't have a clue, just tired of tracking down this guy,
> missed appointments, etc.
> and getting his signature on a release. He'd gotten it from an old couple,
> original owners,
> and drove it until it quit. The kid was on some minor league baseball team
> and my son
> said it was obvious to him that he was helping himself chemically trying
> to score a major
> league chance... said snappage seemed right around the corner.)
>
> All I know is the wagon is happy to have a new owner that brushes and
> curries him and
> doesn't seem to mind that occasional glance at, say, that '92 525 wagon
> next to us in the
> Home Depot parking lot with that weird double sunroof (and 24,000 original
> miles...)
>
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>
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> Message: 20
> Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2005 08:35:06 -0500
> From: "Mike Aube" <maube@idirect.com>
> Subject: Re: Symptoms of Bad Microswitch
>
> Stalling on slow or light acceleration, surging at light throttle when the
> microswitch has reversed itself or seized closed(closed circuit when
> throttle open), no symptons at all when circuit is open all the time other
> than what comes out the tailpipe.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <carll46674@aol.com>
> To: <charlie.lincoln@gmail.com>; <the505inme@yahoo.ca>;
> <peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, December 18, 2005 7:21 AM
> Subject: [Peugeot-L] Symptoms of Bad Microswitch
>
>
>> How does one know when the microswitch is bad? What are the symptoms?
>>
>> Carl
>>
>>
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> Message: 21
> Date: Mon, 19 Dec 2005 08:39:50 -0500
> From: "Mike Aube" <maube@idirect.com>
> Subject: Re: Re: Looking for 505 turbo diesel people/person in
> SanFransisco Bay Area??
>
> I haven't looked at any figures, but having owned and driven different
> versions of diesels, the VW diesels do not seem to have the torque of the
> Peugeot diesels. You can feel every pound added to the car on the VWs
> while
> it doesn't seem to affect the Peugeots as much.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "doryphoros9" <addys@isp01.net>
> To: <peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Saturday, December 17, 2005 11:30 PM
> Subject: [Peugeot-L] Re: Looking for 505 turbo diesel people/person in
> SanFransisco Bay Area??
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>
>> How those VW 6 cylinder D, TD engines weren't all that bad. In fact,
>> I would recommend for ease of installation that you look into that
>> option since the components for install are already designed and
>> available. A better option would be to buy a complete running car,
>> avoiding the whole swap thing altogether. It's a lot less hassle.
>>
>> The 6 cyl Vw engine had problems only when people didn't drive them
>> for some distance. The short trips didn't do the lubrication system
>> any good, especially with the valve train.
>>
>> Believe me, if you think the na 6 cylinder VW diesel was slow, you
>> should drive the MB 5 cyl. na D engine from the same vintage.
>>
>> my .02 on this topic.
>>
>> sa
>>
>> --- In peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Mueller" <mueller914@y...>
>> wrote:
>> >
>> > 1st off, greetings to everyone....
>> >
>> > It has been recommened by a few people to look into a 505
>> turbodiesel for my '78 Volvo 242 project car. Yes, there was a diesel
>> option for the Volvo built by VW, but from what I have read and been
>> told, there are many, many better choices.
>> >
>> > I know I'm faced with looking for an older motor that I'm guessing
>> was bought over to the US in small numbers.
>> >
>> >
>> > Any leads would be greatly appreciated...
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> >
>> > Mike
>> > Antioch, CA
>> >
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