Re: SV: [T3] An idea for calibrating the manifold pressure sensor.

["Jim Adney" <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 29 May 2001, at 11:34, Sandin, Karl-Olov wrote:

> The big computerized engine analyzer in my buddies auto shop doesn't
> seem too high-tech to me, computerwise. Probably a common 386
> inside... Of course a lot of cables and pickups has to be
> fabricated... With the right sensors even fuel pressure could be
> measured.

You're right, making, installing, and calibrating the sensors is all 
the work. And the cables....

> A package like this could really be something extra... 
> Late T3s even have that test socket in the rear engine compartment.

I made a little box that plugs into the late VW "Computer 
Diagnosis" socket. That was 20 years ago. It works, but there's 
very little useful info available there. I can measure the system 
voltage and the dwell/rpm, test the turnsignal and brake lamps, etc. 
Not very exciting.

> Who's gonna be first? 

Even at 20 years ago, there were probably lots of people ahead of 
me.

-
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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