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• Steve's Lock Shoppe closed for a week
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 12 Nov 2001 21:21:57 -0600
  Just a note that my lock shop will be closed until the 19th while I attend a European locksmithing conference. Keep the Vanagons going...
• Re: gummed up locks
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Mon, 14 Feb 2005 14:03:08 -0500
  ...We first solvent clean then ultrasonic clean them to free them up. > Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith > Steve's Lock Shoppe > http://www.steveslockshop.com >
• Re: 2wd locking diff - followship question
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 10:38:09 -0500
  I think Derek Drew <derekdrew@RCN.COM> was sourcing the differential lock bits at one point. Thanks, Chris ---- Original message ---- >Date: Thu, 7 Nov...
• 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...
• Electric locks.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 22 Aug 2023 22:18:50 -0500
  I have replaced the electric locks on my 1991 Carat with the green ones from Van Cafe. Installed new factory links that connect the...
• Weird POWERLOCK Problem
  Historical mailing list - Oliver Balson
  Mon, 10 Jan 2005 15:25:46 -0500
  I have a powerlock problem -- switched drivers and passengers locks out and still didn't fix it. here goes: driver side works great, no...
• Re: Power lock amperage
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:06:40 -0500
  The power door locks should only draw power when they are cycling. A bad switch in one of the locks could be keeping one...
• Re: Electric Lock Disconnect?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 Nov 2007 22:32:51 -0500
  The locks are separately fused. Should be a 10 amp added on top of the main fuse box. Just un plug it before you...
• Re: automatic locks going haywire
  Historical mailing list - Janet Sanford
  Fri, 8 Feb 2008 11:17:23 -0800
  ...I had this on my > aftermarket > locks (well, it would never lock). I unhooked the lock on the driver's > door, and it went...
• Re: Rekeying door locks
  Historical mailing list - JAnet Andersen
  Fri, 10 Oct 1997 20:54:32 -0700
  The passenger door should have the code number on the inside of the handle, if it doesn't check the drivers side, the locksmith...
• Removing Sliding glass locks
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 11:37:35 -0500
  ...I'm parting out an 82 Vanagon Air-cooled and have a person wanting to buy the two sliding glass locks from the side...
• Rear Hatch Power Lock
  Historical mailing list - Dwight Reed
  Wed, 29 Sep 2004 15:59:54 -0400
  ...When I lock the front doors the hatch unlocks and vice versa. I can manually lock the hatch with the key. Any ideas? TIA...
• Re: key code
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Wed, 3 Jan 2001 08:20:09 -0600
  The key code is on all exterior locks on the Vanagon, except gas cap. The easiest place to locat the code is the passenger...
• Re: [vanagon] power locks malfunction
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 09:24:24 -0800
  ...As soon as you get in and close the door the > lock knob goes down to the locked position and to get out on...
• Dumb differential question
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 1 Dec 2009 08:17:33 -0800
  ...But I like the 5 speed so how about fitting a locker from a Syncro to the 5sp? Possible? If I found a syncro...
• Re: Rear hatch will no longer lock, sliding door iffy
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 5 Jan 2010 13:02:36 -0800
  ...Ita a 1987 Wolfsburg with power locks (you lock the front passenger door and the rest of the locks click as well). I've...
• Re: HELP: rear hatch power lock quit
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Tue, 29 Jan 2002 10:21:36 -0800
  ...As to your lock troubles, I can relate. I rebuilt all my solenoids (took them all apart, cleaned, greased, scuffed up the brass contacts...
• Re: Demented power door lock?
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Wed, 8 Sep 2004 11:15:53 -0700
  ...This kept the locks energized even after they were >down. The lock that won't lift up has a melted down actuator. It will...
• Re: Vanagon locksmith
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Mon, 25 Oct 2004 16:55:12 -0700
  ...Can anyone recommend a good locksmith? I have >a feeling that it does not have the original ignition lock because my >other van's...
• Locks, Windows, Viscous Coupling
  Historical mailing list - Jon B. Kanas
  Fri, 24 Sep 1999 15:56:29 -0600
  Good Morning fellow listers, Power Locks: I am interested in retrofitting my 1987 Syncro Westfalia with power locks. Has anybody on the list done...
• Re: Vanagon key rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 16:10:51 -0600
  ...If not that, either the lock has been rekeyed or came from a different vehicle, or there is an internal lock problem. Either are...
• 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...
• 82 hatch on an 84 Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 7 Feb 2005 22:37:27 -0500
  Has anyone put an 81 or 82 hatch onto an 84 or later body? They look the same, except for the lock. (The 82...
• 90 Multivan auto locks problem
  Historical mailing list - Debra Clark
  Sat, 17 Jan 2009 14:41:14 -0800
  ...My van has auto door locks and when I turn my key in either of the front door locks, the locks will unlock and...
• Re: Alternative doorhandles from other VW models?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 Dec 2004 12:22:57 EST
  ...not the lock) is 80-84 specific, and 85-91 specific (locks are interchangeable between the two) and the rear hatch lock is 80...
• Re: Autopage (?) - remote keyless
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 14 Jul 2006 14:37:48 -0700
  ...so > you have to have something that will tug on the mechanism that locks the > driver door to engage the locks to lock . . . > > > Casey...
• Re: Info on Westy water tank keys
  Historical mailing list - Tom Rowsell
  Fri, 24 May 2002 16:36:54 -0330
  ...There are no code numbers on the lock. the only way to make a >key for the lock is to have the lock in...
• Results of the Diff Lock activator discussion
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 20 Jul 1999 17:19:17 -0300
  First of all, my thanks to the three of you who responded to my question regarding the use of a door/trunk lock to...
• Re: Vanagon key blanks
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 07:36:30 -0800
  I had Steve rebuild the lock cylinders and make new keys for my Transporter single cab. I received at least one each of the...
• Re: Weddle Engineering, Locking Differentials Update and Parts Plea
  Historical mailing list - Dyen Fred D.
  Sun, 15 Sep 1996 09:23:39 -0800 (AKDT)
  ...German Transaxle offered to modify my transmission for the same price as the Weddle Locker and install a VW syncro locker. I have decided...
• Re: Locking Gascaps
  Historical mailing list - Garrett Adams
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 13:01:57 -0700
  ...BTW, after the first lock-up I did spray some WD-40 in my locks. That made for easier key action but it sure...
• Re: Weddle Engineering, Locking Differentials Update and Parts Plea
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Mon, 16 Sep 1996 00:25:25 -0400 (EDT)
  ...German Transaxle > offered to modify my transmission for the same price as the > Weddle Locker and install a VW syncro locker. I have decided...
• Re: Syncro: to lock or not to lock
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 4 Feb 1996 03:22:33 -0500
  In a message dated 96-02-02 20:29:45 EST, Wiesner_Craig@mm.ssd.lmsc.lockheed.com (Wiesner Craig) writes: >I just got...
• Re: Keys
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Thu, 5 Aug 2004 17:50:43 -0500
  Steve Sandlin made me new keys from the code on the door lock. Also bought a new key blank from him (the rubbery type...
• Re: More Syncro DIff-lock Questions
  Historical mailing list - L&A Johnson
  Wed, 2 Dec 1998 17:28:45 -0500
  ...Is > it > possible to hook up a manual (choke like) cable to the diff-lock unit ?? The plunger needs to be pushed to engage...
• Re: Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:11:58 -0700
  Try Steve's Lock Shoppe. He's a listmember: http://www.steveslockshop.com/ BenT On Sep 15, 2010, at 8:00 PM, miguel pacheco...
• Re: report on Limited Slip Differential
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:29:02 -0500
  ...When I got mine he didn't yet have the locking variety available (LSD that would work with the lockers), but does now. My...
• Water filler lock and key for an '84
  Historical mailing list - Steve Manning
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 07:27:40 -0600
  CAn anybody help me out there? I am looking for a water tank filler lock and key for my '84. I guess you can...
• Re: Rear Hatch Lock
  Historical mailing list - westydriver
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 13:24:33 -0600
  ...jimt > Has anyone experienced intermittent failure of the rear hatch lock (88 > wolfy with power locks)? It occasionally will not open, it feels like...
• Re: adding central locking -- SWAP DOORS and HATCH?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 13 Sep 2006 22:58:26 -0700
  ...the only difference is the lock style... just re-key the late model lock to fit the earlier vans key. > > chris I stand corrected...
• Re: For the Newbies - Vanagon secrets revealed
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 29 Aug 2006 09:20:18 -0400
  Upon exit, the driver's door can only be locked with a key. On '85~'91, you can lock the slider upon exit by...
• Re: 12v relay help
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sat, 10 Nov 2007 16:46:01 -0800
  What brand central locking setup did you purchase? I finally got tired of messing around with the finicky stock setup, and a less than...
• RE: 71 WESTY AND DOOR HANDLES
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 2 Oct 1995 12:41:21 GMT
  ...No lock problems since. > > Cheese > You've got to understand that the '71 lock is different from the later years. Our discussion about the...
• Re: Locking differential..?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 20:22:37 -0700
  ...A locker can be retrofitted to a 2WD tranny. There is also a Locking Limited Slip available (I have one in my own syncro...
• Re: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 25 Apr 2003 04:21:43 -0400
  ...In his case, he had his locks rekeyed instead to save money. New locks are best for hose who have crummy ones to begin...
• Re: How to get the tumbler out of a lock mechanism?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 2 Feb 2012 03:47:25 -0800
  ...Once you see the naked ignition lock system, it will be more apparent. Unless your ignition lock cylinder has been removed before, you will...
• Re: Driver door lock
  Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
  Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:52:03 -0800
  Thanks Ken and Eric! I would never have guessed -- that the lock button won't move up and down unless the door is closed...
• Re: questions about electric locks
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Tue, 9 Jul 2002 00:24:33 +0200
  There are a few things that generally go bonkers with the electro-locks. In your situation, my first guess is that it is NOT...
• Re: locked out
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Tue, 27 Aug 2002 12:11:54 -0400
  ...In my 80 anyway, the only other way would be to leave the windows open enough to lock the door and slip the key...
• Re: Locked Electric Driver's Lock
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 Dec 2018 15:09:35 +0000
  ...Locked Electric Driver's Lock > > Maybe the top left corner of the door panel could be pulled away from > the door to allow access...
• Re: vanagon winter maladies - frozen door locks
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Thu, 25 Nov 2010 11:14:46 -0800
  Frozen door locks.. anyone use a lighter to heat the key a little and get the lock moving? WD40 good for getting the moisture...
• [SYNCRO] Dif Lock
  Historical mailing list - Jeanne Maly
  Sun, 20 Feb 2000 15:33:37 -0800
  ...At no time did it seem that the differential actually locked. Do you suppose the cable could be broken? Or did I immediately crash...
• power lock actuators FS wasRe: central lock motor
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Apr 2003 13:48:05 EDT
  ...Any suggestions or anybody have one for > sale? Thanks. > > Pat Callaghan Jr. > i have a complete central locking system or will piece out if...
• Re: actuators for now power vans
  Historical mailing list - Matt Barclay
  Wed, 6 Jul 2005 12:50:24 -0700
  Here's a how-to on adding aftermarket power lock actuators: http://jupiter.okb-1.org/vanagon/power_locks.html On Tue, 5 Jul...
• remote door lock/unlock with power locks??
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Thu, 31 Aug 2006 12:43:30 -0700
  folks, i got a request from my wife for a remote unlock/lock to be used with the power locks in her 90 carat...
• Re: troubleshooting sliding door operation
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:28:39 -0600
  ...That means the lock knob "up." The only difference in operation between the two is that on the later ones, you can push the...
• Re: Door Handle
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Tue, 9 May 2000 07:49:53 -0700
  Bill, I replaced my door handle a year or so ago, but I have forgotten the exact procedure to swap the lock cylinders. However...
• Re: Lost Keys
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Wed, 7 May 2014 07:02:44 -0500
  ...there is no code on the glove box lock, though there are other ways to make that key. Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith
• Re: [vanagon] "Spare" Vanagon gas cap?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 13 Feb 2005 21:02:21 EST
  ...you want locking or non locking? chris