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• Re: Heater Fan Quit 83.5 westy
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sun, 21 Nov 2004 22:52:17 -0600
  ...Test all the heater cable >controls before reinstalling to make sure they open and close the flaps in the >heater assembly properly. The cable...
• FS: 76 Westy (Ann Arbor, MI)
  Historical mailing list - WOODRUT
  Fri, 07 Jul 1995 12:56:40 -0400 (EDT)
  ...New exhaust, heater boxes, cables. Garaged from October through March. Body in very good shape. Official VW color is sage green but it looks...
• Re: Inserting Terry K heater shutoff valve
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Miller
  Thu, 2 Aug 2007 09:06:58 -0600
  ...Inserting Terry K heater shutoff valve Why would you do is as part of a dash removal? The heater valve is not behind the...
• Re: Cold air always
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 21 Dec 2004 16:18:27 -0800
  ...Mark Jim Thompson wrote: >Mine has a similar problem (hot air), but it happens to be either a bad >heater cable or a stuck...
• What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Sat, 28 May 2011 18:44:13 -0800
  ...If you asked me a different time of year I would probably say the propane heater, getting rid of the stock refrigerator. Boy, hard...
• Re: Why do we all love our "bricks" so much?
  Historical mailing list - Berry Kercheval
  Fri, 29 Dec 1995 17:18:23 PST
  ...a heater control cable broke, the rear heater valve leaked, etc etc. We love it. It just goes. --berry Berry Kercheval :: kerch@parc.xerox...
• 'The death of a mouse' in Vanagon not an Arthur Miller tale
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Jorud
  Sun, 31 Oct 1999 08:04:26 -0600
  ...I had never noticed the openings at the ends of the intake openingnor around the battery cable. I will definitely check them out and...
• Re: 87 Heat not truning off!!
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 7 Oct 2007 22:30:03 -0700
  Although highly unlikely, one other possibility is that the entire cable has come loose at the lever assembly. (for lack of a Bentley term...
• Re: Anyone parting out an aircooled vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 6 Jun 2003 17:46:40 -0700
  ...MSN.COM> writes: > I need an obscure part associated with the heater cables........... > > Pmail if you have a van you are parting out............if...
• Re: busdepot
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 15 Nov 2012 21:32:39 -0800
  ...My MGBs and lots of other early European cars use these > cable systems for heater and vent control. They are very sturdy, never wear...
• Re: interesting vanagon for sale in victoria
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 10:44:49 -0800
  ...If you look at a Mk3/A3 Golf/Jetta, you will find they have very similar Bowden cable controls with rotary dials. You may...
• Re: Heater Fan)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 16 May 2013 06:07:41 -0400
  ...The heater cables will need to be looked at, lube, straighten, adjust, etc. Anything else I've missed ? I'm sure others will comment...
• Re: Thermostat-controlled gas heater?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 11 Oct 1999 17:06:02 -0400
  I used to have a Stewart-Warner heater (kinda like a BN-4) that had a thermostat. The furnace draft fan ran constantly, and...
• Re: Heater Stuck on Hot
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 5 May 2003 21:07:05 -0600
  ...my cable needs adjusting at the lever end, in the dash. I removed the lever knobs (they pull off....carefully or you'll break...
• Re: cutting to get to heater fan... please help
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Tue, 7 Dec 2004 01:43:47 -0600
  ...If you have a digicam (or any camera) take several pictures to help you remember where things go, like cables, wires, cable ties, etc...
• Re: Lubricate front heater control cables?
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Mon, 5 May 2008 08:06:20 -0700
  Great. Last month I bought a newer set and whilst installing it discovered the same ones I wished to replace on me original were...
• Re: Possible funky smell solution.
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 23 Oct 2006 21:56:46 -0400
  ...I took my stock heater out of commission. Control flaps and cables were rusty. I have a 12V heater up front. I stuffed newspaper...
• Re: Front heater motor
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 10 Mar 2017 07:36:30 -0600
  ...hold the heater box on the firewall plus adding new acres as necessary, repairing or replacing any of the four control cables, maybe replacing...
• Preventative Maint.
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Oct 1994 08:30:13 EDT
  ...pays off! I changed my broken clutch cable on the '71 Bus (Matilda) about two weeks ago, and I ordered a new accelerator cable...
• Re: Cromulent, imbiggens, D'oh
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 19:50:13 -0500
  ...I'll label the cables. :::> ::: :::> :::"heat" = cold :::> ::: :::> :::"defrost" = cold :::> ::: :::> :::etc. :::> ::: :::> :::;^) --- heh heh. :::> ::: :::> :::I removed the stock heater/gas heater a while back, but I...
• Re: Rear Speakers
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 14 Jul 1999 00:40:18 +0200
  ...cables, towing rope etc. somewhere, right? In addition, the rear seat has some legs in the middle of the space between the heater and...
• Re: Heat won't shut off all the way
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Fri, 13 Jun 1997 13:02:12 -0800
  ...Even > >with > >the heater contols all the way on cool (blue), warm/hot air comes in. Is > >this > >relatively easy to fix? Will I...
• Re: Report: Dash Removal / Removal, NOT R&R
  Historical mailing list - Zach White
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 07:33:34 +0000
  ...all that's wrong with the heater core is that it needs new flaps and the cables had kinks in them. Otherwise it's...
• Re: Whew - it's hot in here....]
  Historical mailing list - Tom Czerniak
  Sat, 14 Oct 2000 17:54:31 -0500
  ...I took the heater control panel > off and the cable is connected to the > lever and moving. I feel the normal amount > of resistance...
• Re: Dash blower fan
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 10 Dec 2017 14:31:47 -0800
  ...Although Jims' suggestion of marking cable to clamp position should make re-installation foolproof, if a lever(s) has multiple holes for end of...
• what else with the dash removed
  Historical mailing list - The Shaws
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 20:59:44 -0700
  ...Shortened and traightened the one broken heater control cables (it broke about an inch from the control arm) I put some insulation up against...
• Leaky front heater valve?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 29 Aug 2006 07:02:20 -0700
  While replacing my rad, I also removing my front heater control valve, since I still seemed to be getting heat in the core even...
• Two Weeks until Wanee must get van ready!
  Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
  Sat, 2 Apr 2011 01:00:15 +0000
  ...Going to replace fuel lines, change oil, maybe redo some grounds, and replace my heater temp cable. Anyone heading to Wanee this year? Ryan
• Re: Aircooled heater cables
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Mon, 27 Dec 2010 11:15:38 -0500
  Yes, some pics were missing. Check this out on Vanagon Shoptalk Forums: http://www.shoptalkforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=132333&start=0...
• Re: rear heater core in front, was: New thermostat funky?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Wed, 5 Dec 2007 12:44:26 -0900
  ...for the heater controls, four for the instruments, 2 screws for the column covers, plus disconnecting the wiring harnesses, speedo cable, etc. You also...
• Re: Inserting Terry K heater shutoff valve
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Miller
  Wed, 1 Aug 2007 16:08:24 -0600
  ...Problem (in my van) seems to be by adjusting the cable the lever can either open the valve the whole way or close it...
• Re: Tips on sealing heater box flaps, and while the dash is out . . .
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 7 Apr 2011 15:35:55 -0700
  ...cable that operates the > flaps the send air to the driver and passenger feetsies. While the dash > is open, gonna open the heater box...
• Re: Replaced that heater valve today!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 28 Aug 2004 12:35:50 -0500
  ...Replacing the stock heater valve is not that big of a > deal. I have replaced dozens of them without later needing to > constantly > or...
• Re: Sticking Accelerator cable
  Historical mailing list - Madsen
  Tue, 7 Sep 1999 00:13:10 -0400
  ...When I replaced my > accelerator cable, I put liquid graphite down the WHOLE cable assembly > sleeve and on the cable prior to inserting in...
• FS: 2 1985GL's Weekender and non-weekender
  Historical mailing list - Chad G
  Thu, 16 May 2002 14:21:59 -0400
  ...heater installed body is rusty has a table in it rear heater leaks front heater works great has an exhaust leak the accellerator cable...
• Re: 91 rear heater core-pulled it
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 20:08:58 -0500
  ...Always wondered if an old manual choke cable would do the trick. I bought the $100 heater core and valve assembly($45?) from Bus...
• 78 VAN , ALSO 2 BARREL WEBER (NEW) FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - Michael Beggs
  Thu, 20 Jun 1996 01:19:23 +0500
  ...exhaust, NEW Dutch Heater Boxes, New stock Solex, NEW Bosch Generator,regulator, New Battery, chrome engine tin, new e-brake cables, NO middle Passenger...
• FW: fan switch: strange problem
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 7 Aug 2000 23:24:38 -0400
  ...strange problem > > hi everybody! > > few weeks ago, i have replaced the cable of the heater valve on my diesel > westy. I have removed the...
• Re: Leaky front heater valve?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 30 Aug 2006 09:03:50 -0500
  Shawn, in the last year I've replaced the heater valve on both Vanagons. Once the valve is off, the amount of leaking seemed...
• Re: diesel westy Brrrrrrr
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sun, 21 Dec 2003 13:52:21 -0500
  ...If the thermostat is working, your heater valve may be out of adjustment, or your heater core plugged. The heater valve adjustment is easy...
• Re: heater hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 21 Jun 2006 21:43:26 -0700
  > > I was just thinking while I was replacing my heater hoses today should I > replace all the clamps with stainless screw types or should...
• Re: Battery or Charging System Help Please
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 19:42:04 -0800
  ...http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_780_235/alternator_cable_upgrade.html The junction you are looking for is in the engine...
• Re: vent flaps on 87 won't seal
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Wed, 25 Apr 2001 17:15:55 -0700
  ...I've readjusted the ventilation cable conduit at the clamp so that the cable is in the fully closed position just before the lever...
• Re: A/C? Pfui! Need a good fan
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Sat, 10 Jul 2010 17:07:54 -0700
  ...it is Totally Normal to have to work over the heater control > cables. > it's apparently illegal for anyone to service, lube or adjust...
• Re: Heater valve not closing?
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sat, 2 Jul 2011 21:26:19 -0700
  I have found a better solution to a cable controlled heater valve. Summit racing has a "Vintage Air" water valve which is electrically controlled...
• Re: Vanagon Diesel Aux Heater Questions
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 17 Jul 2001 13:55:28 EDT
  ...The stock DA-BA-6 heater exhaust pipe is a short elbow that exhausts under the vehicle on the Vanagon version. The gas 75...
• Re: Second Battery Under Rear Seat
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Thu, 28 Dec 2000 14:23:55 EST
  ...The pass # 1 batt cable is disconnected from the starter and connected to the #1 terminal of the switch. New cable is connected to...
• Re: Fire Ruins My Day
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 20 Apr 1999 13:24:24 -0400
  ...Cost was Cdn$2000 for replacing of wiring harness, battery cables, fuel lines, gas tank piping, gas heater, right passenger and sliding windows. Still...
• Re: The best way in?
  Historical mailing list - Alan Pickersgill
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 21:19:34 -0500
  ...My battery heater (blanket type) - just put the extension in through the sliding door and plugged it in. Slammed the door - no harm to...
• Re: Need Stuff!
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 7 Apr 2011 13:05:41 -0700
  ...who were trying to tell me that the > heater box's footwell air control cable cannot be replaced from below. > Graham Janson kindly sent...
• Re: Choice of Lube
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 17:32:22 -0800
  ...On Feb 18, 2014 3:39 PM, "Larry Alofs" <lalofs@gmail.com> wrote: > Triflow...good stuff. > Works well on squealing heater fans if you...
• '77 Westy Heat Question
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Oct 1995 16:42:29 -0400 (EDT)
  ...missing parts (both heater control boxes, and some other metal pipes - even made my own barrel clamps to hold the cables to the flap...
• Re: heater fan blows fuse
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 9 Aug 2007 15:18:10 -0700
  If your heat exchange box and cables are working right, I *think* you should be able to direct fresh up to windshield while driving...
• Re: Phred's Shiverin' These Cold Mornings...
  Historical mailing list - Data Services
  Fri, 19 Oct 2001 23:08:06 -0400
  Don't yank that otherwise operational rear heater out until you check the often failing SWITCH in your dash. I've gone through a...
• Re: Don't Replaced that heater valve today!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 29 Aug 2004 06:58:23 -0700
  ...tire tray), pinching off the heater hoses >then peckering around to remove the hose clamps and the cable clip while reaching >up into a...
• Re: Cromulent, imbiggens, D'oh
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 17:38:44 -0800
  ...I'll label the cables. > :::> ::: > :::> :::"heat" = cold > :::> ::: > :::> :::"defrost" = cold > :::> ::: > :::> :::etc. > :::> ::: > :::> :::;^) --- heh heh. > :::> ::: > :::> :::I removed the stock heater/gas heater a while back, but I...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 6 May 2012 - Special issue (#2012-274)
  Historical mailing list - ZedEE Scooby
  Sun, 6 May 2012 20:59:35 -0400
  ...My heater blower works on all 3 speeds and man does it throw heat. Oh yeh had to jury rig a few cables and...
• Re: rear heater location (was Battery placement alternatives)
  Historical mailing list - Annie
  Fri, 1 Oct 2010 08:15:04 -0700
  ...For most folks, that is because the cable that opens > and closes the heater valve is jammed in the sheath or crimped where it...
• Trumatic heater
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Mon, 22 Nov 2004 13:09:53 -0700
  ...so the heater is set up to run off the main battery or an external rechargeable power-pack, hence the cable with the cigarette...
• Re: Dash coming out. Any prev. maint tips?
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 19:56:20 +0000
  Hi Neil, Make sure you label the heater cables. Last time I removed a dash I forgot to do that, and it created a...