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• Re: Intermittent no start
  Historical mailing list - Wolfgang Ziegler
  Tue, 12 Sep 2000 20:21:13 -0400
  ...some connectors, key switch, long wires to back etc. Cleaning and replacing some connectors made it work for a while, but the problem re...
• Wurth Contact OL
  Historical mailing list - Bill Thomas
  Sun, 4 Jan 2004 22:28:32 -0500
  Wurth Contact OL is a pricey but very effective spray on solvent that improves the conductivity of corroded connectors. I bought a can at...
• Re: Electrical connectors
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:16:06 -0800
  ...electrical connectors that go into > > the > > >>> big white connector for the instrument cluster? And all those other > > type > > >> of > > >>> folding white connectors? Mouse at...
• Re: anyone added a tach/digi clock cluster to a '85 Non-GL or Transporter????
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 25 Feb 2006 10:02:45 -0800
  ...If not, how about in the wiring box, with the 2 round connectors? The tach smaller green wire from the coil goes to one...
• Re: Need help with a 78 Bus
  Historical mailing list - jbclem
  Sat, 25 Jul 2009 04:01:55 -0700
  Since no one has mentioned this....how about checking the spark plug wires and spark plug connectors. Look at the connectors real closely for...
• Re: Loss of head lights, wipers and rear heater blower
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Thu, 26 Dec 2013 11:06:59 -0700
  ...I put ceramic connectors in a few months ago and we'll see just how long those last. I also put shorter grounds in...
• Eurovan ECU's
  Historical mailing list - Don Gibbons
  Thu, 29 May 97 12:47:00 -0500
  While looking around at the fuse panel on my Eurovan I found two connectors that look like some kind of diagonstic port. They are...
• Re: Headlight low beam failure
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sun, 4 Dec 2016 21:02:55 +0000
  ...or Vanagon tailights connectors, or whatever.  Even my camera batteries.  Not only does it work good at preventing corrosion, but connectors now glide off...
• Re: Cause of weak spark?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 19 Sep 2015 17:55:18 -0700
  ...birdworks@gmail.com> wrote: > > > I have cut the wires back - new connectors. Forgot to mention. > > > > >> On Sep 19, 2015, at 5:21 PM, Alistair...
• CENTral locking tip...
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 14 Sep 2006 15:50:59 +0000
  ...Then use a VOM (Volt-Ohm Meter) and check the resistance (or just check for continuity) from the (now) disconnected connectors to the door...
• Re: Headlight upgrades
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Sat, 16 Jan 2016 12:16:25 -0500
  ...Thus if the NA bulbs are the same as Euro, which I believe is the case, only the connectors need to change. > > Sent from...
• Re: Electrical Connector dust boots
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 14:33:35 -0700
  ...Also, I smear silicon grease in the connectors when I can. I think it helps seal out moisture. One or two boots I have...
• OE Used Westfalia Faucet
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Tue, 22 May 2012 10:33:49 -0600
  ...I just cut the female spade connectors off to take the rubber wire protector off, to use on my new faucet applilcation. Otherwise in...
• Re: Soldered Connections
  Historical mailing list - Steve Green
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 22:43:53 GMT
  Most garden-variety crimp connectors are made of a copper-zinc alloy plated with tin or tin-lead. It doesn't look like copper...
• AFM connector syndrome fix install?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Wyatt
  Sun, 19 Jan 2003 20:09:33 -0900
  ...It looks like it goes between the connectors on top of the air flow meter, but I'd like some backup on this. Thanks...
• Re: Cause of weak spark?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 19 Sep 2015 17:53:44 -0700
  ...birdworks@gmail.com> wrote: > > > I have cut the wires back - new connectors. Forgot to mention. > > > > >> On Sep 19, 2015, at 5:21 PM, Alistair...
• Re: Cigar Lighter Wiring Question.
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 18 Aug 2013 21:39:19 -0700
  ...If you have the option between solderless connectors and solder, go the latter route with heat shrink tube. I've never regretted soldering any...
• Re: Cleaning contacts/Oil light buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Elliot Kane
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 13:02:36 -0700
  ...Some were really bad, tried to clean some and replaced a few connectors. BTW whats a good replacement for better spade connectors, maybe ones...
• Re: Will post 86 fuse panels fit pre 86 vans?
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Thu, 8 May 2008 09:28:49 -0400
  ...The many different-colored plug-in harness connectors on the back of the fusebox are different. The pinouts are different on each connector. So...
• Re: bumper trim snapon connectors
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 14 Aug 2015 21:55:40 +0000
  Bus Depot sells both kinds. I doubt you could get them at a FLAPS. Jim On Fri, Aug 14, 2015 at 4:47 PM...
• Re: Windshield washer tank repair questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 21 May 2017 22:43:28 -0400
  ...the connectors can be reached by removing the steering column covers. I had check for power at the pump so cleaning these connectors was...
• Re: identifying wires at the fuse panel?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 17 Nov 2013 16:57:53 -0800
  ...Maybe to the connectors behind > fuse 1 & 2 for a marker light? nothing turns on if I plug it in. > > and I have a...
• Re: Importing US vanagon to Europe.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Jun 1996 16:48:56 -0700 (PDT)
  ...US-campers are equipped for 110V/60Hz external power (and the US connectors), this would have to be changed to german system (220V/50Hz...
• Needed: Idle Step-up Valve for Air Conditioner
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:45:05 -0700
  ...I also need the tubing connectors. Does anyone have one of these or know where I can get them? Blake Heinlein http://blakeheinlein.googlepages...
• Re: electrical systems
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 May 94 17:57:15 EDT
  ...Has relays, connectors, sleving, soldering and crimping tools, heavy gague welding wire, etc. Also, get the catalog from Ample Power Products of, I think...
• Re: Vanagon Eng Wire Harness needed
  Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
  Mon, 20 Jan 1997 14:55:00 -0800
  ...If all of your connectors are physically in good shape, couldn't you just buy appropriate wire with appropriate insulation and make a new...
• Rapid left blinker after fix
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 19 Feb 2017 00:59:49 +0000
  ...the bulb socket was corroded and one of the three wire connectors had rusted away.  I had a spare socket from a junkyard turn...
• Re: Power Steering Pump Wiring Question?
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Fri, 2 Oct 1998 10:34:04 -0700
  ...using blade connectors mounted on the pressure >side of the power steering pump. > >I am concerned because it appears that the connectors may have...
• Re: A/C HOT wires!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 18 Apr 1999 19:16:21 -0400
  ...The one solution that I found >there suggested replacing the wire connectors on the theory that a small >amount of corrosion inside the connectors...
• Re: Easier battery jumping?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 16:26:04 -0700
  ...Therefore he needs access to the Vanagon's > battery(s). > > The "NATO" connectors sound best. AAA service trucks have a similar > connector on the...
• Re: Headlight low beam failure
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 4 Dec 2016 13:15:18 -0800
  ...Whether cheapo Harbor Freight LED flashlights, or Vanagon tailights connectors, or whatever. Even my camera batteries. Not only does it work good at preventing...
• Re(2): Re(2): Rough running when Hot
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Jan 1997 15:28:55 -0500
  ...Corrosion on the connectors might cause behavior like this, I would think, but I wondering if this would depend on engine temperature, since it...
• Need an instrument console for an 85 Vanagon.
  Historical mailing list - Peter Brandt
  Sat, 13 Apr 2002 09:17:07 -0400
  ...While working on my 85 Vanagon, I broke some of the extremely brittle connectors in the instrument console. I did attempt soldering, but it...
• 85 Heidelberg radio harness wanted
  Historical mailing list - SpaceKommander
  Fri, 28 Jun 2002 23:01:01 -0400
  ...harness for a Heidelberg radio (cassette) so I can get the connectors (3) and about a foot of wiring on each. Tried the local...
• Re: Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 17:51:19 -0800
  Here is a link to the exact ones I buy at Pepboys and Kragen. The wire size is wrong for crimping but works fine...
• Re: High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:34:56 -0400
  ...http://www.powerwerx.com/anderson-powerpoles/ > I have a bunch of Anderson Powerpole connectors in use in my rig, from the > little ones up...
• Re: Removing Power mirrors
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Mon, 25 Jun 2007 11:30:49 -0700
  ...label wire color and position on plastic plugs use small jewlers sized flathead and remove crimped on wire connectors from plastic plugs (bend down...
• Wire crimp tool, find
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:48:39 -0400
  ...So I went to get my connectors, and He said Oh! I have something to show you. I’ve always struggled with crimp connectors...
• On being well grounded
  Historical mailing list - John Haddad
  Fri, 8 Jun 2001 20:32:56 -0400
  ...Not liking the idea of buying new injectors, I went ahead an tested them right on their connectors, and they all tested within range...
• Re: Power loss when engine wet and cold
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Fri, 12 Oct 2007 10:41:28 -0700
  ...Those connectors are interesting, but way pricey! --- TC <trclark@SHAW.CA> wrote: >> ----- Original Message ----- >> From: "Tom Forhan" <fourwdvw@YAHOO.COM> >> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
• Wanted: Unservicable AFM
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sun, 10 Oct 1999 03:30:45 -0500
  ...Basically - I need to use it to see if I can find new matching connectors. Anybody have one, the other - ...or both? Marshall Ruskin...
• found it (was speaker wires)
  Historical mailing list - Rob & Lrae Winterkorn
  Fri, 19 Nov 1999 15:05:25 -0600
  ...A previous leaking heater core lead to the corrosion in the connectors. cut & solder direct, for better then ever sound. If you have week...
• ECU connectors?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 11:18:04 -0800
  has anybody looked for an off the shelf compatiable connector for the ECU and had success or otherwise? I am a bit nervious about...
• Re: Cleaning corroded connectors
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 19 Apr 2003 20:10:17 -0600
  shawn lust wrote: > The male end is easy to sand down for cleaning, however > sometimes the female ends are a bit more difficult to...
• Re: Brass Coolant Connectors = Failure?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 09:02:36 -0700
  Perhaps the issue is with the brass getting hot and causing the rubber material in the hose to become soft enough to cause the...
• Re: OE Spark Plug Wire Sets
  Historical mailing list - Darren Lastfogel
  Tue, 12 Oct 2004 09:22:59 -0400
  ...mostly due to bad crimps, after I had > the wire pull out of the connectors on a couple of sets I started > inspecting crimps...
• Re: Vanagon entertainment...
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Spragge
  Wed, 13 Jul 2016 08:25:37 -0700
  ...The existing wires have different size connectors which match the spade connectors on the speakers. Patrick Spragge > On Jul 12, 2016, at 11:03...
• Re: 88 Vanagon headlight socket problem
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:44:20 -0400
  VW uses Stabilant at the factory to enhance conductivity in their plug-in connectors. The stuff even has a VW part number ( which I...
• Electrical contact enhancer: Stabilant 22
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Fri, 20 Jun 1997 00:15:30 -0700
  ...good for things such as temp senders, dashboard connectors, etc. Absolutely super for the wiper contacts of the air flow meter, and the harness...
• Re: Help with Timing of Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Paul Borghese
  Fri, 13 Apr 2001 12:25:20 -0400
  ...unplug idle stabilizer connectors from idle stabilzer, and plug the connectors into each other; 2. use plug wire number one to drive your timing...
• Re: Blinkers, Flashers, and Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 17 May 2006 09:23:55 -0400
  ...The eye connectors nearly > disintegrated > once I removed the bolt. I cleaned up the firewall, used a new bolt and > connectors, and viola, my...
• Re: Testing a Fuel Injection harness??
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Thu, 5 Oct 2006 18:55:48 -0400
  ...Cool! It's a good wire. > > I then went on to test the 4 fuel injection connectors and here's where I > got stumped...
• Re: two wire connectors...Proper polarity?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 29 Oct 2014 15:26:37 -0400
  ...wire those two wire universal connector plugs? > The ones are bullet connectors that are configured to only plug together > one way.... > > I have now...
• Re: Internal 115V power
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 26 Dec 2007 22:50:44 -0500
  ...I suppose you could do something similar for your internal power outlet box though I have seen RV type weather proof connectors mounted alongside...
• Re: What could have gone wrong?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 5 May 2008 07:12:54 -0700
  ...I've seen many of these connectors with corroded contacts. Pull back the rubber boot on the connector and check the contacts. Graft on...
• Re: turn signal indicator weirdness
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:14:32 -0800
  There is a general problem with slip on connectors (non-soldered connectors) applies to all plugs and relay panels. A problem colloquially referred to...
• Any interest in a group purchase of 86-92 Vanagon Euro Lights???
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sat, 28 Jul 2001 22:35:49 -0700
  ...the fact that the original equipment H4 connectors are more expensive than the "pig tailed" connectors we used to supply with the kits. The...
• Engine Misses
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Mon, 16 Jul 2001 07:19:36 -0800
  ...In the Bentley on Page 28.30a there is a picture of the New style ignition cables connectors. Wouldn't you know it I...
• Re: Instrument cluster change
  Historical mailing list - John Brush
  Wed, 13 Mar 2002 11:01:53 -0700
  >However, I have not found all the relationships between the old and the >new connectors. The closest thing I've found in the archives...
• Re: Is there such a too?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Fri, 23 Nov 2007 21:57:27 -0800
  ...Not the double stepped mandrel types for crimping "Open Barrel" connectors. The open barrel connectors have two sets of tangs which are open (the...