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  • Spray or paste to help clean, and keep clean, electrical connections?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:38:43 -0700
    ...Anyone know of a spray or paste that would help clean, and keep clean, pins and sockets on electrical connectors? Maybe a spray is...
  • Fw: Re: Spitfres and Joe Lucas
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Sat, 29 Oct 2011 14:17:02 -0700
    ...classes in electrical design and construction from > the > > British.� The welcome thing, really, though is that > a > > lot of the electrical parts are Bosch...
  • Re: Engine electrical power requirements?
    Historical mailing list - pdooley
    Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:24:12 -0400
    ...Engine electrical power requirements? Right - I thought the fuel pump would obviously be the primary user...I guess the heater cuts out at some...
  • Re: Strange Electrical Problem
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 31 Dec 2001 17:05:11 -0500
    ...Strange Electrical Problem I am experiancing a strange electrical problem with my 87 Syncro Camper. The problem is so specific that it could only...
  • Need help with an electrical(?) problem, '87 Syncro
    Historical mailing list - gary hradek
    Thu, 22 May 2003 08:19:40 -0700
    ...Need help with an electrical(?) problem, '87 Syncro My '87 Syncro just started demonstrating a severe, but intermittent, electrical problem. On a cold start...
  • Re: '86 Electrical Ground Locations (Cleaning Grounds)
    Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
    Mon, 5 Feb 2007 23:13:44 -0800
    ...Joe Fernandez <jfride@GMAIL.COM> Subject: '86 Electrical Ground Locations (Cleaning Grounds) Joe F. wrote in-part: Possibly the most common recommendation to track...
  • Electrical Mayhem '83
    Historical mailing list - Mike Wynn
    Fri, 07 Mar 1997 10:05:01 -0700
    ...Now this has me dumbfounded because a) I have no electrical knowledge, and b) the van had been fine for quite a while, and...
  • Re: Automatic Transmission Dipstick Location?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:29:57 -0800
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Westrailia: (Ladybug Trailer company, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.) Bend, OR KG6RCR On 11/15/2009 11:44 AM...
  • Re: minor electrical problem
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Thu, 4 Jul 1996 11:21:39 -0700 (PDT)
    So Jim Digennaro says: > Hi Volks, > Reciently I sent a post about having a weird electrical problem with my > dash pod on my '82...
  • Re: SPAM?
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
    Wed, 8 Aug 2007 13:59:43 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR On 8/8/2007 1:50 PM Jake de...
  • Re: Gowesty starter problems
    Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
    Mon, 5 Sep 2016 15:04:23 -0400
    ...Be sure you get the electrical connector. I used a RMW high torque adapter plate to replace the original starter on my Subaru conversion...
  • What I did to my Vanagon today
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sat, 7 May 2011 18:40:00 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") '74 Westrailia: (Ladybug Trailer company, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.) Bend, OR KG6RCR
  • Light warning buzzer how-to
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
    Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:26:18 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Westrailia: (Ladybug Trailer company, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.) Bend, OR KG6RCR
  • Re: New use for Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Lee Tucker
    Sat, 7 Mar 1998 21:43:42 -0400
    ...Please explain the following; >I can fire up the Propex heater and stay >toasty We need a non electrical heater. Gretchen
  • Fridge Kaput?
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
    Tue, 13 Jun 2000 15:26:27 -0700
    Dear Listees I can work the fridge off the propane but the 120 electrical is not taking it. Whats up? Is there anyone smarter...
  • WTB: Oil filler extender thingy for 1.9l (84)
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Thu, 14 Jul 2005 06:41:10 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") Carlsbad, CA KG6RCR
  • Re: A kinky Subi picture
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Fri, 10 Aug 2007 04:22:34 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR
  • Re: Oil Buzzer advice
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Fri, 2 Oct 2015 12:39:21 -0400
    ...I was careful with the dash bits > and hopefully didn’t damage anything. > > If this is indeed electrical, are there “typical” issues that can...
  • Re: Slow turnover when starting.
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:03:33 -0400
    ...I'm getting some good electrical advice, but I did jumper a fresh battery directly to the starter. I've also, at this point...
  • Re: '86 Accumulating Electrical Problems
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 1 Aug 1998 23:41:21 -0400
    ...Friday, July 31, 1998 1:14 AM Subject: '86 Accumulating Electrical Problems It started with the classic stumbling problem so I cleaned up the...
  • '85 electrics going
    Historical mailing list - Rik Santos
    Tue, 19 Jan 1999 07:35:43 -0500
    ...period, no? fwiw, the only electrical work i've done in the last year is replace my battery less than a month ago. Rik
  • recall web site
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 27 Dec 1998 11:28:41 EST
    ...i have a pontiac sunbird that developed an electrical short somewhere that is blowing alternaters. my question is: is there a web site that...
  • Re: outlet placement
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Mon, 20 Nov 2006 15:33:10 -0500
    Canadian electrical regulations are different than the USA. It was done to conform to Canadian regulations. As to the reasoning behind the regulations, you...
  • Re: Satellite image of fire
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 23 Oct 2007 15:22:40 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") > 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano > KG6RCR > > > > On 10/23/2007 3:07 PM Jake de...
  • Re: Electrical connection prep.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Fri, 10 Apr 2020 12:22:52 -0700
    ...That's an important difference to note; I see what you mean: ====== " Stabilant 22 is an electrically active material which stays resident within a...
  • Re: Door Chime madness
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:35:31 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano Bend, OR KG6RCR On 7/22/2009 5:34 PM...
  • Electrical issue - 1987 Syncro GL
    Historical mailing list - Don in Phoenix
    Tue, 20 Apr 2004 12:45:56 -0700
    Hello all - I am having an electrical issue with my Syncro, and thought that perhaps someone on the list has had this in the...
  • Re: About the wipers...
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 4 Feb 2020 01:59:54 -0500
    ...955 -- in parts catalog, main group 9 (electrical), subgroup 55 (washers/wipers) Yrs, d
  • electrical distribution at alternator (wbx)
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Thu, 14 Nov 2013 22:44:26 -0800
    made something today to mount a fuse box by the alternator. Something like what I had on my I4 �82 west for years. http...
  • Electrical Circuit Instrument Cluster 85 Vanagon Help
    Historical mailing list - jon durham
    Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:27:41 -0600
    Which circuit on the ribbon connects to the instrument lights? The lights do not come on. -- �The greatness of a nation and its moral...
  • rear hatch lock problem-more info
    Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
    Thu, 6 Aug 2009 00:53:48 EDT
    I forgot to mention that I have disconnected the power door locks at the drivers door lock actuator due to other electrical issues so...
  • Re: electrical experts: what ? -Wire Sizes
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Tue, 6 Mar 2001 14:06:25 -0500
    (Embedded image moved to file: PIC12980.PCX) I made up this chart from an electrician's handbook. It is accurate to the best of...
  • Re: electrical experts: what ? -Wire Sizes
    Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
    Tue, 6 Mar 2001 14:06:25 -0500
    (Embedded image moved to file: PIC12980.PCX) I made up this chart from an electrician's handbook. It is accurate to the best of...
  • 83 back heater?
    Historical mailing list - buscofurgo buscofurgo
    Wed, 15 May 2002 17:19:12 +0200
    ...anybody there with a electrical plane of the heater on the back of an 83 camper?thank you _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos es la manera m...
  • Zzzz . . . least interesting Friday ever
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
    Fri, 11 Aug 2006 17:28:33 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR
  • Re: Unusual lube places
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Mon, 28 Jan 2008 13:55:56 -0800
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR
  • Re: update:no power to auxiliary air valve
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 13 Aug 2005 22:16:08 -0400
    ...The AAR checks out electrically but does not close after five > minutes > when the ignition is on(Bentley 24.9). I tested the electrical...
  • Re: Electrical problems with new voltmeter
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Thu, 4 Jun 2009 13:55:37 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano Bend, OR KG6RCR On 6/4/2009 12:55 PM...
  • Re: Directionals work, flashers don't, 1991 Subie Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
    Wed, 27 Nov 2024 15:09:56 +0000
    ...Corrosion.  A great opportunity to attack all electrical contacts with steel wool, polish things up nice and shiny, and then gently smear Dielectric Grease...
  • Re: Sticky Accelerator Cable
    Historical mailing list - Bill N
    Sat, 30 Jun 2001 13:11:06 -0700
    ...Top speed with electrical wire as the accelerator cable was 40 MPH or so, and it kept stretching, making necessary frequent stops to adjust...
  • Re: [NVC] Griddle recco 2 fit atop Westy stove
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Thu, 8 Oct 2009 17:44:19 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Westrailia: (Ladybug Trailer company, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.) Bend, OR KG6RCR On 10/8/2009 5:33 PM...
  • Re: Stupid wire question...really... (temp 2 wire)
    Historical mailing list - Janne Ruohom�ki
    Wed, 7 Oct 2009 21:11:50 +0300
    ...appropriate to use electrical tape to cover the exposed area > > Electrical tape will get sticky in that hot environment. �"Liquid > electrical tape" would be...
  • Re: dielectric grease
    Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
    6 Nov 1995 12:36:20 -0800
    ...It makes for a very good electrical connection because it conducts electricity. If you put it on a multi-connector plug it can cause...
  • Re: vanagon Digest - 22 Jan 2000 to 23 Jan 2000 - Special issue
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Tue, 25 Jan 2000 14:58:43 +0100
    David Utley wrote: > Perl wrote; > > > > Anyways, this brite light has a Xenon bulb > > > > Does it have the special electrical module so you can feed...
  • Re: Diesel Warm No Start?
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 21 Mar 2000 11:40:06 EST
    I know this sounds weird but I would almost say that Tom was having an electrical problem. The only thing electrical in the engine...
  • Re: Becketts Tome on Dual Batt.s, Relays, Saftey, and charging (Very Long)
    Historical mailing list - Beckett Cantrell
    Fri, 16 Jun 2000 21:28:02 EDT
    ...I'm a double E with over 23 years of experiance( with all things electrical, but as you can see, I have yet to...
  • Re: Electrical problem
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Sun, 27 May 2001 17:49:10 -0500
    ...If the battery is really seriously dead, there is not enough electrical power for the ignition, computer, fuel pump, injectors, etc. Sounds like you...
  • Re: Location of Electrical Connector T7
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 11 Feb 2002 18:51:06 -0500
    ...Location of Electrical Connector T7 I'm planning to wire in a wiring adapter for trailer lights and was going to wire it directly...
  • Re: I4 conversion speed sensor
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Mon, 23 Sep 2002 22:09:10 -0700
    Just get the electrical connector for the cruise control unit that goes on the back of the speedometer - why reinvent the wheel? You can...
  • Re: Sears tool bag on sale.....
    Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
    Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:21:07 -0400
    ...on getting a Duluth trading tool bag, I figure these are cheap enough for a separate Electrical bag with meter, wire, crimpers, etc. >> John
  • Re: While the dash is off...top priorities?
    Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
    Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:23:02 -0500
    Clean all electrical contacts/connections you can find, especially the grounding "crowns" on drivers side. Grease windshield wiper joints/shafts Good time to replace...
  • Doka sighting
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Fri, 27 Mar 2009 07:20:29 -0700
    ...Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Utility Trailer. Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano Bend, OR KG6RCR
  • Help! Electrical gremlins 87 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Craig Charles
    Fri, 17 Sep 1999 10:25:54 EDT
    Advice anyone? My power windows, windshield wipers and blower fans all are going off intermittently .They all work today. None worked yesterday. I checked...
  • Re: Volksubaru plumbing question
    Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
    Thu, 14 Oct 1999 13:00:34 -0600
    ...coolant pipes. > > Can 1 1/4" copper tubing be bent Markus, Electrical conduit is easier to bend and much cheaper. Recommended by Kennedy Engineered...
  • Starter Solenoid Specifications
    Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
    Wed, 13 Sep 2000 08:49:04 -0700
    Hello, Can you point me to a web site that shows starter solenoid specifications? I am looking for the electrical information such as control...
  • 84 parting
    Historical mailing list - dawn
    Mon, 12 Mar 2001 17:39:59 -0800
    Parting 84 interior parts seats ,arm rest,middle seat,rear seat cushions,interior panels, electrical parts dash door handles inside and out glass sliding...
  • FS Power Mirrors
    Historical mailing list - Matt F
    Sun, 19 Aug 2001 21:01:19 -0400
    ...All hardware and the electrical switch is included. I'm asking $120 + shipping for the pair. Reply if interested. Thanks Matt [text/html]
  • Re: Ultimate Fix #1
    Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
    Wed, 24 Oct 2001 09:49:20 -0700
    ...For electrical work use rosin flux. Acid flux will wick up into the wire and spend the next few years eating away at it...
  • ATF: Type F?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 29 Sep 2004 19:31:39 -0700
    ...the Wonderbus 84 Westphalia: "Mellow Yellow (The Electrical Banana)" KG6RCR
  • Bay window & Vanagon jack points?
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sun, 24 Oct 2004 07:19:17 -0700
    ...the Wonderbus 84 Westphalia: "Mellow Yellow (The Electrical Banana)" KG6RCR