Hey fuel injected T2 owners ? How many of you recognise one of these little guys? This is the double relay which is mounted in the back left hand corner of your engine bay (if you have FI). Chances are you might not be aware of this unit, what it does or how it could leave you stranded. So a little information for you….
The double relay is used to provide power to the fuel pump on startup and a majority of the fuel injection system at all times. When it starts to fail it can cause hot and cold start issues and high idle. When it fails then your bus will not run without replacement (currently available from Mick Motors for $840.50).
I have had several of these fail and each time I was driving along, quite happy enjoying my bus when it just shut down. No spluttering or coughing, just dead. This lead to the tow truck on several occasions.
I’m happy to say that there is now a solution so that you’re not stranded waiting for a tow. I have developed the T3lay to have external relays so should one break, you can just plug a new one in and continue enjoying your bus. Feedback from current T3lay owners is that cold and hot starts are improved and generally their buses feel smoother with a T3lay installed.
There’s a big post explaining all about the T3lay and how to order in the new members section with all the info
The double relay is used to provide power to the fuel pump on startup and a majority of the fuel injection system at all times. When it starts to fail it can cause hot and cold start issues and high idle. When it fails then your bus will not run without replacement (currently available from Mick Motors for $840.50).
I have had several of these fail and each time I was driving along, quite happy enjoying my bus when it just shut down. No spluttering or coughing, just dead. This lead to the tow truck on several occasions.
I’m happy to say that there is now a solution so that you’re not stranded waiting for a tow. I have developed the T3lay to have external relays so should one break, you can just plug a new one in and continue enjoying your bus. Feedback from current T3lay owners is that cold and hot starts are improved and generally their buses feel smoother with a T3lay installed.
There’s a big post explaining all about the T3lay and how to order in the new members section with all the info