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Hi there - your thinking is good! Fuel supply can certainly prevent full engine performance (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/i-have-no-acceleration). Checking fuel pressure, including while running and under load, is a good indicator. Make sure the fuel filter is not clogged, the fuel pressure...

Keeping up with the tune up and maintenance on any vehicle is paramount, when it comes to maintaining the performance on any vehicle. With that being said, you must also take into consideration that a 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon with a...

You may have a persistent overheating issue due to a clogged radiator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/radiator-replacement), blown head gasket, worn out water pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/water-pump-replacement), etc. This should be checked out by a professional mechanic immediately to avoid being stranded or causing further damage....

Hello. I would have the engine oil pressure checked immediately. Having the correct oil level isn't enough if the engine is unable to maintain sufficient oil pressure. It's possible the coolant level (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-level-sensor-replacement) and oil pressure sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-pressure-sensor-replacement) are faulty,...

The odometer would need to be removed and sent out for repair or replacement. The problem is that the entire cluster would need to go to the repair shop to be fixed. I recommend having a mechanic, such as one...

Hello - once the turbocharger system is repaired, and the swapped engine is producing the power it is capable of, I would expect you will be pleasantly surprised at how well the Vanagon performs - as long as the swapped...

Hey there. Your repairs seem to have focused on electrical (or lack of spark) issues. First, confirm that you now have a good spark at the spark plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement). If so, move on to the fuel system and check the...

First, you should check out normal tune-up (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/tune-up) items (plugs (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/spark-plugs-replacement), wires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ignition-cable-spark-plug-wires-replacement), rotor & cap (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/distributor-rotor-and-cap-replacement), etc.), then check ground straps from the engine to the chassis. Next, check the fuel injection system, since the air flow meter or...

Our mobile experts are well-equipped and ready to assist you with your vehicle's concerns. A noise while driving can be several things like a wheel bearing (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/wheel-bearings-replacement), a worn belt, or some other failing component of the vehicle. It is...