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• Re: Electric tailgate lock
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 12:06:56 +1200
  ...Price for entire 4-channel remote central locking system: $295.00US. Without remote system price is $215.00. They also sell a very simple...
• Syncro "factory" vacuum source
  Historical mailing list - John
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 05:33:03 -0500
  ...Can someone explain exactly where the intake manifold vacuum source is "supposed to be" for the Syncro locking differential vacuum system? The Bentley doesn...
• stupid gas cap !!!!!! ( I need help please )
  Historical mailing list - Mark Cumnock
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 09:05:03 -0400
  ...I have trouble locking it, I have monkey hands when it comes to trying to lock it. Then going down the road it pops...
• Re: Re: [Syncro] synrco trans swap into a non-syncro vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Chris Weddle
  Fri, 30 Aug 2002 09:08:33 -0700
  ...Locking Differential Upgrade for Non-Syncro Vanagon Any 1984 or later 2wd Vanagon trans can fitted with the locking differential out of a 4wd...
• Battery dies due to excessive draw on fuse #3 (accessories)
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 25 Sep 2007 21:16:37 -0400
  ...The Bentley manual mentions that the central locking has some sort of interface with this circuit, but it doesn't show any and I...
• Friday locking gas cap for many vehicles FS
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 21 May 2010 05:24:46 -0500
  Got a BIG A locking gas cap in a box of auction stuff a month or so ago and since Big A was bought...
• Re: Door handle/lock changing question
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:25:27 -0800
  ...You didn't answer the part whether you tried locking it with the door CLOSED. If the latch is back in the door, slam...
• Sliding door contacter switch
  Historical mailing list - pronks
  Fri, 23 Sep 2005 06:24:54 +1200
  Hi, I am retrofitting central locking to my '89 and need a photo with some dimensions of the position of the sliding door contactor...
• Re: CV Joints
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 4 Apr 2006 16:04:37 -0400
  ...need to reclean everything if you wanted to use a thread locking liquid, like locktight. A loose set of bolts will cause grease to...
• Re: Electric Locks
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Fri, 4 Jun 2021 22:38:58 -0600
  That diagram does not show the Central Locking parts ~ I’d guess that what He is looking for is the Shepards Hook part that...
• Re: What dumb thing do you repeatedly do with your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:56:04 -0400
  ...I leave my keys in the locking gas cap so I can't >drive off without putting the gas cap back on. My dumb...
• Re: central locking problem
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Wed, 13 May 1998 23:54:21 -0700
  Hi Lawrence Central locking problem ? Welcome to the club...Go to the archives and see the recent thread on that subject. I removed the...
• locking compounds
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Wed, 24 May 2000 21:16:39 -0700
  ...The bond of cured Loctites, the ones that are used for bearing retainment, stud locking, etc can be broken if you are able to...
• Re: locking rear diff on 2WD van or Limited Slip?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Wed, 12 Dec 2001 17:28:48 -0800
  ...What's the deal on converting a 85' 2WD to a locking rear differential? > > And what about just going to a Limited Slip? > > Install...
• Re: locking Westy water tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 14 Jul 2003 20:27:27 -0500
  As far as I've been able to determine, the locking cap is not available. The replacement changes the type of filler to the...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:09:08 -0400
  ...Alternative to locking gas cap? .... my gas cap key IS my ignition key. I've tried but the key won't fit into the...
• Re: Gas Caps
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 13 Aug 2005 15:59:53 -0500
  ...CST 6808 Non-locking Fuel Cap $9.99 I got it at a store here in Chicago, but it also shows in their on...
• Westy water tank locks/keys
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Wed, 17 Mar 2004 12:19:15 -0600
  ...If you have the early style filler that's hinged at the top with the locking cap, there is NOT a universal key. There...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 14 Jul 2019 14:53:55 -0700
  ...08 AM, Mike Miller <mwmiller6@att.net> wrote: >> >> Anyone have a locking gas cap for sale? Mine's been garbaged up for quite a...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 01:01:09 -0600
  ...Is there an aftermarket > > alternative? > > I'd actually prefer to have a non-locking one; the idea of losing a gas > > cap > > key and...
• Re: Help..............won't stop
  Historical mailing list - Darie Duclos
  Wed, 3 Apr 1996 13:45:53 +0200 (MET DST)
  ...I've been told they are most likely locking because of a problem with the hoses that are attached to the calipers and not...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:45:21 -0700
  RE: Pumping gas in Oregon Mike, my comment re: Vintage vehicles is based on posts by list members that live in Oregon so I...
• 86 syncro FS
  Historical mailing list - Brent Berisford
  Thu, 3 Apr 2003 09:21:13 -0500
  ...leaks, needs front driver side CV joint repaired. Could be used for parts but still very road worthy. Locking Diff. Pictures if interested. Brent
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 20:31:17 -0800
  ...Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question > > >> Ok. I see. >> >> I agree. It seems these terminals require a different crimper than I >> have. >>>>> On 2013-02...
• Re: Good deal for '86 Synchro?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 May 1996 12:39:39 -0400
  ...w/ no >problems.Also, he's quite sure it has locking diffs.It's hard for me to figure out the >value of this...
• Re: [Syncro] Re: locking differential in vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Stephen DeMocko
  Fri, 30 Sep 2005 08:43:06 -0700
  ...Re: [Syncro] locking differential in vanagon > Wow, Cory. That was quite emotional. I guess you've covered it all. Just > wanted to add that...
• Re: Door handle/lock changing question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:25:10 -0600
  ...I tried it both ways. > > You didn't answer the part whether you tried locking it with the > door CLOSED. If the latch > is...
• Re: Strongbox center console
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Mon, 18 May 2015 15:02:03 -0500
  ...Maybe I'm late to the party, but I wanted to > pass > it on anyway: > http://vanagonlife.bigcartel.com/product/locking-steel-center-console...
• Re: Central Locking -- questions
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Thu, 5 May 2011 13:56:19 -0700
  Hi, they're used to transmit electricity to the actuator when the door is closed. See pics of the factory contacts: https://lh3.googleusercontent...
• side window lock help
  Historical mailing list - Bill
  Sat, 30 May 1998 12:06:14 -0600
  I have a small problem with locking my side window. It seems that the track is worn out (the inside AL bottom piece with...
• Re: Sliding Door Not Locking Open
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 23:16:37 +1200
  >The sliding door on my 1991 Westfalia refuses to stay locked in the open >position. Looking at the Bentley I cant see what causes...
• can anyone with european ETKA look up a part for me??
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Feb 2005 12:11:40 EST
  can anyone with european ETKA look up a part for me? im looking for the part number for the locking decklid/engine lid latch...
• Re: Peloquin experience?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Fri, 16 Nov 2007 09:39:02 -0800
  ...Peloquin experience? > Daryl, > > Do you think that the Peloquin locking LSD would be a good upgrade for a > Syncro without the factory locker? Does...
• Re: Best lubricant for Westy Spinny Seats?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Wed, 7 Jun 2006 02:22:14 -0400
  ...So, how much torque to put on those self-locking nuts? Just enough and no more! As the nuts are self-locking, error on...
• Differentials: open, limited-slip, & locking (was: limited slip rear end)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Apr 1996 16:48:28 -0400
  ...The locking mechanism "locks" both sides of the axle together and eliminates any side to side slippage. The down side to this is that...
• Fwd: locking for rack and pinion
  Historical mailing list - Ron 'Coyote' Lussier
  Fri, 26 Nov 1999 06:49:44 -0800
  ...02:23 -0600 >From: Adriana Castro <acastrol@prodigy.net.mx> >Subject: locking for rack and pinion >To: coyote@vanagon.com >X-Priority: 3 > >hola...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:26:31 EDT
  all you do is remove the pin, remove the "keys" in the lock cyl, then reinstall it all, and you can use ANY key...
• SYNCRO FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Jul 1998 16:24:38 EDT
  ...172000 miles locking rear diff new tires good interior some slight seem rust and dents runs great new starter and new cv's asking...
• I'm So EXCITED...
  Historical mailing list - JonR
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 16:51:34 -0500
  ...Pwr Mirrors, PwrSteering, 5 spd, locking rear diff. and weekender rear seat/bed... Can't wait to go out and play in the snow...
• Re: adding central locking -- SWAP DOORS and HATCH?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 13 Sep 2006 22:58:26 -0700
  On 9/13/06, JordanVw@aol.com <JordanVw@aol.com> wrote: > > ben... the rear hatches are universal 80-91. the only difference is the...
• Re: Locking differential..?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 20:22:37 -0700
  ...Locking differential..? > Hi all > > I've heard vague rumblings of available locking differential kits for > the 2wd Vanagons. I've > googled it and I...
• Re: Brakes (I'm concerned...)
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 13 Jul 1999 01:52:17 +0200
  ...Put it all the opposite direction, locking the front wheels on snow or ice, the vc should have enough slack to keep it from...
• Re: Central Locking - can't open rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Wed, 24 Aug 2005 14:13:13 -0400
  ...Central Locking - can't open rear hatch > Go to the front, right side preferably. Lock everything, then unlock. > Now go to the hatch and...
• Re: Locking mechanism for sliding door 86 GL
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 08:01:37 EDT
  ...I am getting it back to perfect!! > > #1 The sliding door locking mechanism's spring is weak and supporting the > upper jaw. (So it...
• Re: Fw: D6 locking compound
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Bryson
  Wed, 24 May 2000 16:59:51 -0700
  ...D6 locking compound > What's all this about blue, purple and red lactate products being used for > screws? > > In Winnipeg, our lactate products are...
• For sale by owner - 1987 Westfalia Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Dan Cook
  Tue, 23 Jan 2001 11:07:42 -0500
  ...Syncro with locking rear differential, low gear, cassette stereo. Full camper. Daily driver but VC is gone. Pictures upon request. $12,500 obo. Located...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Richard Duvernay
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:13:37 -0700
  ...I have 4 locking gas caps in front of me. The (3) caps with VW part # 251 201 553 will open with an ignition...
• Re: slider door power lock 86-91
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:50:12 -0700
  Thanks for the reply Ken, The power actuator is not connected currently and the locking knob is floppy up and down. I have removed...
• Re: SMART Keys and kill switches
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 24 Apr 2007 07:21:11 -0400
  why not put the kill switch in such a way that its activated by locking the drivers door? All this means to you is...
• Re: Westy Stove Leveling Ideas Sought
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 17 Jul 2012 16:53:48 -0700
  "If you're worried about things not staying put, remove the two locking legs and substitute strongish tension springs." Go on . . . -- Jack "Rocket j...
• Re: Locks frozen
  Historical mailing list - Markus M.
  Thu, 22 Jun 2017 15:36:53 -0700
  Oops - Yes, at least in my case I have Central Locking [I am under the impression that all Westy's do but I could...
• Re: removing battery
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:07:43 -0500
  I've only used locking pliers on a battery when I was in a pinch, pun intended. I normally use a battery strap. First...
• Locking Diff
  Historical mailing list - John Jensen
  Mon, 9 May 2011 21:26:53 -0400
  Speaking of transmissions, is it possible to modify a 91 type transmission so that the differential can be locked at will thus gaining extra...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 10:47:45 -0700
  At 9/16/2010 07:48 AM, Loren Busch wrote: > Getting in on this thread late but.. >When I got my '90 Westy almost...
• Re: how to make your locking gas cap accept the same key as your doors/ignition
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 12:03:57 EST
  In a message dated 1/25/07 11:42:22 AM Eastern Standard Time, trclark@SHAW.CA writes: > OK skill testing question where can...
• gas cap
  Historical mailing list - John
  Tue, 5 Dec 2006 17:18:17 -0500
  Will any old gas cap fit my van ? I want to get rid of my locking cap. I'm tired of screwing up my...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 10:53:51 -0800
  ...That would offer something > more useful than just locking the rear at low speeds and extreme > conditions. I would also ask what you are...
• limited slip differential for 2WD Vans
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Fri, 30 Sep 2005 19:19:12 -0700
  ...He is trying to fit one onto a locker also for the locking sydnco's, but that is a year away at least. Daryl...
• Re: Power locks - 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Tue, 22 Jun 1999 22:31:07 -0400
  ...Intermitantly it sounds > like the mechanism is locking and un-locking. I cannot figure it out. Now I > cannot even open the slider without...
• Re: Milestone reached and Traction question
  Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 13:57:27 -0400
  Hi, I've ridden in Robert Lilley's van when he had a locking diff from Weddle installed. Unfortunately, it bucked a little bit...