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• Re: Finally got a westy!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 26 May 2002 23:03:50 -0500
  ...I can't sell mine, I'm using it for a Westy cruise control brick on my Air Cooled. Stan On Sun, 26 May...
• Re: Ventalation Controls (sp)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 10 May 2002 18:22:25 -0400
  At 05:40 PM 5/10/2002, Mark Dorm wrote: >Yeah this is good. But still, what about that icon to left of the...
• Re: Friday - Bumper Sticker Contest
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 13 Dec 2002 21:39:52 -0600
  ...On Fri, 13 Dec 2002, Jim Ellis wrote: > > > Aerodynamic Test Vehicle: <Control Group> > > I love this one. :) > > _ _ > __ _ _ _| | | | David M. Brodbeck (N8SRE) > Ypsilanti, MI > / _` | | | | | | > +----------------------------------------------------- > | (_| | |_| | | | @ cyberspace...
• Re: Mystery Plug 91 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Sat, 31 May 2003 10:21:01 +0200
  That�s the plug for the stock cruise control vacuum pump. Raimund ----- Original Message ----- From: "Shannon Mitchell" <vze4rq5j@VERIZON.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON...
• Re: Cooling System performance at altitude
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 6 Jun 2003 21:19:40 -0400
  ...Same problem as a weight controlled pressure cooker and temperature degradation with altitude. Both are "closed" systems. Any ideas? p
• Idle problems '85/new throttle body
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 22 Jul 2003 15:57:23 -0700
  ...The shaft threw it wobbles a bit and the cam that controls the throttle position switch is so worn that I had to adjust...
• Re: 14,15,17 tires wheels my impressions
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 2 Jul 2004 19:28:17 +1200
  ...I am >running too little in the way of shocks (KYB -- not >nearly enough rebound control). I am going with the >Koni specials here...
• Re: First cold day- alternate replacement switch
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 30 Sep 2004 13:56:04 -0400
  ...power the blower on high speed; switch it with a relay controlled by the high-speed wire from the switch. It's the last...
• Re: Raised floor heater duct in diesels
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 09:24:41 -0800
  ...MUCH better controls and better heat. Mark >On Tue, 25 Jan 2005 11:00:16 -0600, Al and Sue Brase <albeeee@mchsi.com> wrote...
• Re: Need suggestions for SW trip
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
  Wed, 2 Feb 2005 12:56:40 -0600
  ...in Mexico. (I know, for example, that Tijuana was under the control of the wobblies for a while around 1910 or so). If you...
• Re: Upper ball joint - WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 16 Feb 2007 17:58:03 -0500
  If you dont mind getting a new front end alignment, you can remove the through Bolt that holds the upper control arm to the...
• Re: 12V accessories from 120V shore power
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 20 Jan 2008 13:03:56 -0800
  ...the batteries charged also (especially if you want the charge level controlled as is needed for AGM batteries) then the more expensive unit is...
• Re: WTH!! First it headlights, now wipers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 4 Feb 2011 16:27:44 -0500
  ...The 15 terminal carries all switched loads except headlights, IIRC, which are switched directly by the X terminal (which also controls but doesn't...
• Re: Leaking heater control valve
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sun, 19 Sep 2021 19:44:13 -0700
  ...It wasn’t the German >> control valve sold by GW - so eventually I will replace what is there. >> >> The van ran very well on...
• For Carver P4 owners: P4 performance questions
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Tue, 17 Oct 2000 19:08:07 EDT
  ...Since that time, I've added a ducted cold air return, and replaced the flue blower/ proving fan and control board with replacements sent...
• Re: 1982 Heater Cables for Climate Control - Part Number and Source
  Historical mailing list - John Thiessen
  Fri, 9 Mar 2018 08:39:10 -0500
  ...1982 Heater Cables for Climate Control - Part Number and Source It looks like vanagain.com may have these parts. You in my AirCooledVanagon fb...
• Re: Buying advice.. weekender
  Historical mailing list - Jim Kennedy
  Fri, 9 Jul 2004 16:53:53 -0700
  ...I can assist with one question - cruise control. I just recently installed a universal Audiovox cruise in my '87 GL and it is t...
• New cd player
  Historical mailing list - wheelierider
  Thu, 11 May 2006 09:17:29 -0700
  ...It has very easy to use controls. You almost don't even have to read the manual. The backlighting can be set for either...
• Re: Tips for cleaning up wiring under dash
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sat, 23 Oct 2021 17:34:10 -0700
  ...Honda Radio, Audiovox Cruise > Control, Garmin GPS, even a switch to activate valve on my hot water/shower > setup, hidden fuel pump kill switch...
• Re: Light for synchro
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Dec 1995 20:01:47 -0500
  ...The lights in the differential lock control panel operate as such: One light is to help you see the control panel and turns on...
• Re: chains
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 23 Dec 1999 08:34:55 -0800
  ...Chains are great for going uphill, and help control your speed when going down, but if you need to negotiate any curves on the...
• Re: torsion rod bearings vs. upper control arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 19:50:51 -0700
  ...this job I did a search of the > archives for upper control arm bushings(UCAB). As > expected there's a wealth of info. > > SYNOPSIS...
• Cold start 3 cylinder stalling and bucking idle insanity!!!
  Historical mailing list - Adam H. Behle
  Wed, 2 Feb 2005 23:44:51 -0500
  ...I have a nicely humming idle control valve which was cleaned anyway. Swapped out the idle stabilizer control unit with a friends' and got...
• [syncro.org] Syncro Front End Parts & Other Stuff FS
  Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
  Thu, 6 Oct 2005 10:43:29 -0700
  ...A pair of syncro front end assemblies, including upright, hub, and lower control arm (cast), all still connected. The van only had 35k miles...
• New Car Dealers And Parts Prices
  Historical mailing list - Vdub Guy
  Wed, 30 Jan 2008 13:01:48 +0000
  ...Standard industry practice? Don't know, but not long after that I went to a Chevy dealer to buy a glow plug controller for...
• Re: upper control arm
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 11:39:20 -0800
  ...upper control arm Don't overlook the balljoint itself as the source of the squeak, especially if the boot is, or has been, torn...
• Re: Buick V6 powered Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sat, 3 May 2008 10:21:49 -0400
  ...The sub frame integrates the lower control arms and suspension into the mix. You would have to remove the Vanagon control arms and suspension...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 16:04:48 -0400
  ...This sensor is used for both the ECU to control starting mixture, warm up mixture, when to go into O2 sensor operation and some...
• Re: trip out west
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 11:28:53 -0700
  ...Closing the > vents doesn't keep absolutely all the hot air out. > > So, I took out the cover below the heater controls and in...
• Re: '82 Diesel vanagon. Starter isn't turning over.
  Historical mailing list - J.C.
  Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:38:58 -0700
  ...The hard start relay will not > function properly in 1986-1991 Vanagon’s with both Automatic > Transmission and Factory Cruise Control due to a...
• Re: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 23 Feb 2011 21:15:53 -0800
  ...there's a lack of control.. if one of those decides to jump out of your pliers ....it could take your eye out even...
• Re: Billy won't run
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Sat, 6 Mar 2004 12:02:26 -0500
  ...I pulled the plugs and they were wet and black (less than 100 miles on them). > > I switched the idle control valve and idle...
• Re: WTB 15" South Africa rims
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Fri, 9 Dec 2005 17:12:11 -0900
  ...actually recline), automatic climate control system, 4whl disc brakes w/abs, locking differential, power windows and locks, cruise control, heated door locks and windshield...
• AC - Again! '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 22 Jul 2016 13:38:44 -0500
  ...ON ( but not start) AC blower fan set to low AC CONTROL set to cool Will the fan turn on? It does on my...
• Re: Idle (Air?) Control Valve VW part #035133455F
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Tue, 8 Mar 2016 11:55:16 -0500
  busdepot about an hour away has these new (it seems) but it is $350 http://www.busdepot.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=035133455F&dir=desc...
• Re: Upper control arm bushings failed again, upgrade advice sought
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Tue, 19 Jan 2016 05:52:28 -0500
  Powerflex bushings installed for a few years now. I purchased and installed these right when Chris started selling them. Very easy to install. Excellent...
• Re: Warning light
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 20 Dec 2014 12:00:41 -0500
  ...I have modified a gauge for another member, to bring out control leads to drive a reed relay. Yours, David
• Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 28 Jun 2012 09:24:32 -0700
  ...dictate what happens with >> our beloved Vanagons - by way of emission control? It's gonna be >> interesting times ahead. >> > > Citation/source/details on this...
• Re: Automatic transmission, WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:01:43 -0700
  ...That's what the shift control lever is for. Put it in the gear you want at the time and it stays there.
• Automatic transmission, WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:16:58 -0800
  ...WOT characteristics of the shifting have to do with a valve that is controlled by the throttle/accelerator linkage directly. More can be found...
• Re: Fuel tanks and caffeine substitues
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 02 Aug 94 09:43:03 CDT
  ...lost several F-16 fighters due to the pilots' inability to control the vehicle while making use of similar devices. <true story> either that...
• 84 WB Coolant Light... More(U)
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Jul 1996 08:09 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Bentley shows a coolant light controller or relay in wiring diagram... anyone seen this or a had problem with it. I looked on fuse...
• Re: My '83 lives again
  Historical mailing list - Robert Crawford
  Mon, 10 Jun 1996 22:27:09 -0700
  ...I installed a relay in the solinold controll line just before the starter and it hasn't hapened sence. Robert Crawford
• grounded ECU??
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 23 Apr 1997 20:38:02 -0400
  ...Also, is it true that upper control arm bushings are dealer only? Has anyone changed them? Thanks. Dave /\/\/\/\/\/\/\ |Dave Sidote | |Flemington, NJ| |83 WasserWesty...
• Re: 4SALE ,91 VW WESTFALIA
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Tue, 16 Feb 1999 11:30:27 -0700
  ...Now if the vehicle was stored properly and in a controlled environment (temp & humidity)---then it would be like new. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bill '85 GL [*Magic...
• Re: HELP - The Volkswagen Lawyers are after me! - HELP
  Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
  Tue, 23 Feb 1999 03:07:55 -0600
  ...This seems to indicate a human face is sometimes controlling their iron glove. Other auto brands don't commonly scare their supporters with fears...
• Re: digifant ecu chip
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Fri, 8 Jan 1999 13:18:49 -0600
  ...by some Listees to suggest that I have some degree of control over weather patterns. Regardless of the truthfulness of this assertion, I expect...
• grease needle
  Historical mailing list - Jess Lopatynski
  Sat, 20 Mar 1999 20:48:10 -0500
  ...I going to try it soon for my sqeaking upper control arm bushings on my 87 GL. It's pretty heavy guage ,tho I...
• Re: Window tinting
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 2 Apr 1999 22:10:27 -0600
  ...Helps in scratch > control but doesn't stop it. but be wary ... if you like gizmos and gadgets, like handheld walkie-talkie radios (cb...
• Re: Hanging wire...
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Sun, 12 Sep 1999 15:18:48 +0200
  ...and a yellow single female connector hanging loose underneath the >digifant control unit relay box (on the driver side). it goes into the major...
• Re: 1.9 no start (flooded)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 21:37:48 -0500
  ...a big pushbutton with two clipleads that go to the starter control terminal and the alternator. Push the button, it cranks. Make sure it...
• Re: Help with deceleration making a bucking VAN
  Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
  Fri, 11 Aug 2000 15:16:07 +0100
  ...Turned out to be a faulty idle controller (the one behind the RH rear light). Pete C -- Peter Cassidy, pcassidy@apple.com Sr. Test...
• Re: Mystery Box
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 25 Mar 2001 16:52:26 -0500
  ...I'd imagine that it's the electronics for a cruise control. david David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84...
• Vanagon Airbag
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Oct 2001 04:02:26 EDT
  ...i became even more curious and poked around and found the orange airbag control module behind the glovebox, and a extra 2 lights in...
• Re: breathtaking discovery of staggering genius
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 25 Oct 2001 01:28:10 EDT
  ...I saw some smoke coming out fro the steering wheel control cluster area. Since ethen it only works spordically. Does anyone have any ideas...
• Re: Old Car Scrappage Bullshit Alert
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Thu, 20 Dec 2001 08:42:49 -0800
  ...are not nearly so easy to legislate to control as the minor lobby, if one even exists, of junkyard owners. -Dana- > > What odd convolutions...
• Re: New Vanagon Parts Inventory System
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 7 Sep 2002 16:16:21 -0500
  ...Rodgers 88 GL Driver Stan Wilder wrote: > After evaluating several inventory control systems we finally settled on > one that has proven successful for numerous...
• Re: interchangeable parts?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Thu, 17 Oct 2002 21:41:33 -0700
  ...Later Jettas, and probably Golfs, have cruise control parts and the low oil pressure alarm circuit board. Some Audis have the electric water pump...
• tire chains: cable vs chain
  Historical mailing list - Ben S
  Fri, 5 Dec 2003 14:23:17 -0800
  ...probably overkill but i drive on lots of roads with "chain control" and the cops don't care if you have good snow tires...
• Re: instrument cluster swap
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 3 May 2004 15:44:16 -0500
  ...I've seen speedometers with cruised control built in. Air Cooled clusters have different indicator lights and different electronics printed circuit on the back...