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• Re: Door locks only work when doors are closed?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 9 May 2012 22:12:08 -0400
  Since all the locks can be locked-unlocked from either front door the locks are designed to avoid locking the keys inside. You have...
• Removing front passenger seat
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Fri, 14 Oct 2016 11:15:03 -0500
  ...Have released the locking tab on the left side and it slid forward more but is getting hung up at the very end. Trying...
• Re: anyone done REAR DISCS?
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Thu, 23 Dec 1999 15:50:01 EST
  ...Stands to reason if you don't want the rears locking-up on you. BenT San Francisco
• Re: Paulchen Bike Racks are Wunderbar!
  Historical mailing list - dave
  Sun, 23 Apr 2000 17:50:18 -0700
  FWIW my old-style Paulchen, originally purchased in 1986, has these locking C clamps. I purchased it used in 1998. The C clamps would...
• Re: Seeking brown window crank
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 10:40:11 -0400
  ...My interior is brown andit looks good.I think Vw says to put a bit of thread locking compound on the screw when atyaching...
• Re: Bummer
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 5 Jul 2007 18:09:40 -0700
  I owned a factory 1986 French spec syncro FULL Westy Joker diesel 1.6 TD with locking front and rear diffs, sadly it was...
• Re: I lock but they open ...
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Wed, 25 Jun 2008 23:18:54 -0400
  ...Hi all Vanagonites, This is a central locking trouble. Now, I lock the door and they all lock then open again. I can't...
• Re: Vgon Locking gas cap - I hate it!!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:14:12 -0500
  Certainly on the ones with metal lock cylinders, you can take the cylinder out, remove or file down the wafers, and put it back...
• Re: sliding door lock
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:23:55 -0700
  ...Going from only >>> locking by itself every third time you close the door to locking >>> every time you close the door. >>> Is the lock...
• Re: Defiant power door locks
  Historical mailing list - A & C Grobey
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 13:25:48 -0700
  ...either locking via pushing the lock knob or the key from the passenger side works as expected. 4. the sliding door and the rear...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 06:09:19 +0000
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• Issue with door lock
  Historical mailing list - Mike Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:28:15 -0700
  The locking mechanism in the driver's door seems to have gotten a bee in its bonnet and does not want to lock. The...
• Re: 1990 VW Vanagon - $5500 (redwood city)
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 28 May 2008 12:16:57 -0700
  ...craigslist.org/pen/car/698418184.html > It's a Syncro with locking rear diff. Poptop is a Country Homes conversion that goes straight up...
• FYI Junked Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Adrian Bertarelli
  Mon, 2 Dec 2002 15:13:04 -0700
  FYI Just went to my local vw small car salvage and they just got a 86 syncro passenger van with locking diff. The place...
• Re: South African Vanagon: Source for parts?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 4 Jan 2004 21:50:52 EST
  ...It has the Audi 5-cylinder 2.6 > litre engine, 5-speed manual transmission, power steering, > electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking and...
• Re: serious vanagon security issues
  Historical mailing list - Lorraine Sym
  Fri, 5 Aug 2005 16:21:09 -0400
  ...The seller had lined the storage area under the seat with metal plates, and also attached a locking metal lid. So the strorage area...
• Re: WAS: Upper Control Arm Nut .... NOW: Apology. :)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:49:50 -0700
  ...Lawyers! ;) In the large thread started by Loogy over on thesamba, I don't recall seeing mention of the locking nut. That detail or...
• Re: Wanted: Water tank key
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 1 May 2000 17:13:57 -0700
  ...It uses a large plastic "key" for the whole door, not a locking cap with a lock cylinder. The hole for the "key" is...
• FS: Vanagon AW w/Subaru eng. & locking differential
  Historical mailing list - David J
  Mon, 12 Aug 2013 16:53:48 -0700
  Here's the ad on The Samba: � http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1515713 � Upgraded and renewed in every way I...
• repost: 64 Westfalia for sale ....
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 23 Jul 95 17:44:48 CDT
  ...Original wood interior, striped awning, rare "scuba hatch" door on top, locking steering column. NEW motor, tires, paint, shocks etc.... extra parts available. Alternator...
• passenger seat rocks
  Historical mailing list - DAVID MOST
  Wed, 20 Jan 1999 11:11:28 -0800
  In my new '87, the back part of the passenger seat moves back and forth freely without locking in any position. While some might...
• Re: How VC's work
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 10:54:25 -0700
  Derek Drew wrote: > >if temperature plays any significant role in the viscous coupling locking > >up, it seems that we should see VCs in hot...
• Re: $58 vanagon lugnuts with locks vs $179 VW lugnuts-bolts
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 Nov 2001 12:42:20 EST
  ...Do you want locking lug nuts or bolts (or both)? Thanks, Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com Phone: (856)-765-1583 Fax...
• Re: Propex installation opinions sought
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Sat, 24 Nov 2012 18:06:17 -0500
  ...The easiest appears to be a Rocky Mountain Westy locking storage box that goes behind the passenger seat. Currently I have a removable powered...
• Re: new starter not rebuilt for syncro
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Fri, 15 Jun 2007 13:30:00 -0400
  ...If you don't have the locking rear diff you can drop the CV axle on the passenger side and change the starter without...
• A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 31 Aug 2013 19:06:10 -0500
  ...Examine locking mechanism - something is loose. Work with the little loose thingamajig until it flips over and will engage the locking bar on the...
• Re: security
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 06:56:13 +1200
  ...This could be tied into the central locking on vehicles so equipped.</div> </body> </html>
• Disc Brakes - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 4 Dec 2015 10:01:39 -0600
  ...AND they are to be a self locking type bolt. According to the Bentley those bolts get 200 ft lbs of torque. Am i...
• '91 Syncro Vanagon "Project" FS
  Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
  Mon, 1 Feb 1999 13:32:03 -0500
  ...Vanagon for sale. 159,000 miles. Several new parts. Engine clean. Locking rear-differential setup. Needs a transmission. Too nice of a vehicle to...
• Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 11:57:25 -0600
  Just got this from one of our online vendors. Does anyone know if there is a better way (read less expensive) of getting it...
• Door Locks keep recycling
  Historical mailing list - Tim McDermott
  Fri, 3 Jan 2003 10:57:01 -0500
  ...As long as the door is open the loack keeps locking and unlocking. Once I close the door it stops, but the door is...
• 86 syncro for sale
  Historical mailing list - Brent Berisford
  Sat, 12 Apr 2003 08:57:48 -0400
  ...All 4 works, good transmission locking diff good. clear title. I guess it is destine to be a parts van. I will take $1...
• Rear Hatch Lock
  Historical mailing list - Chris Snyder
  Mon, 10 Mar 2008 23:06:40 EDT
  ...assembly picture and parts list for a 1987 with the central locking assembly. Mine is messing up and when it does the only way...
• Re: Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 21:02:49 -0700
  ...pacheco <mundopacheco@GMAIL.COM> wrote: >> >>> Recently, there was a discussion on locking gas caps that, with the >>> help of a locksmith, would work with...
• Re: Vent Window Removal
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Thu, 18 Jul 2002 00:13:34 +0100
  Yup, a straight pin punch of exactly the right diameter (clearance in the roll-pin's hole), dolly the locking mechanism onto something really...
• Re: Battery dies due to excessive draw on fuse #3 (accessories)
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:53:00 -0700
  ...The Bentley manual > mentions that the central locking has some sort of interface with this circuit, > but it doesn't show any and I...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:34:51 -0700
  ...I have 4 locking gas caps in front of me. The (3) caps with VW part # 251 201 553 will open with an ignition...
• Re: Strongbox center console
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 19 May 2015 10:31:11 -0700
  ...http://www.rockymountainwesty.com/Locking_Storage_Drawer_Front_Drivers_Seat_p/rmw-lsd01dr.htm > > >> On May 18, 2015, at 9:00 PM, Automatic digest...
• Re: Re; Permanent Door Mirror Repair
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Tue, 23 Nov 2004 11:28:22 -0600
  ...All this is doing is replacing the hex stud and locking the mirror mount down tight, without having to deal with the stud pulling...
• Re: Back lock to hatch
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 10 Aug 2015 21:04:49 -0700
  Do you have central locking ? Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 10, 2015, at 8:53 PM, Art Jury <kf7gd7@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Hi...
• Re: WTB: Westy front table attachment bracket
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Thu, 15 Apr 1999 11:37:06 -0700
  ...This is for an > 84 Westy and is silver in color with a brown locking knob. > > Thanks, > > Tony > > Anthony L. Mourkas > Hampden, Maine, USA...
• Re: Answer:Re: Milestone reached and Traction question
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Fri, 1 Jun 2001 14:12:09 -0400
  you should also be able to get a locking diff made by the ?australian? company ARB. they are nice because you control when you...
• Re: Suggestions for removing locking gas cap w/o key
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 18 Sep 2005 00:35:37 EDT
  In a message dated 9/17/05 11:18:29 PM Eastern Daylight Time, conradk@MAC.COM writes: > I lost my keys somewhere at...
• Re: Remote locks (was: The List)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:41:12 +1300
  ...My "new" 93 has factory central locking, so I'd probably only have to fit the remote system and keep the solenoids etc for...
• Re: Expensive Syncro Westie
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 17 Mar 2007 18:46:53 -0400
  ...Let's say $500 with labor assuming the vehicle already had central locking. Locking front differential $1k. Decoupler, $1k installed. Overhaul of transmission with...
• Re: Broken key in gas cap!!!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 20:35:38 -0800
  ...You'll have to get another locking cap to protect your gas, which is now cheaper than here in Seattle! Stuart
• Re: Key made for water fill?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 26 Aug 2005 12:28:26 EDT
  In a message dated 8/25/05 3:14:46 PM Eastern Daylight Time, warmerwagen@YAHOO.COM writes: > > Is a locking cap even needed...
• Re: Lobro/GKN CV-Boot ONLY kit?
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 19:19:15 -0400
  ...where I can get just the boot kit (boot, grease, bolts, > locking ring). Don't need the joint itself. Van-Cafe.com has that...
• Re: Central Locking -- questions
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 5 May 2011 13:30:37 -0600
  ...J Squirrel < >> camping.elliott@gmail.com >>> wrote: >> >>> Is there a central locking kit for the '84 Vanagon? Is it a big deal to >>> install...
• Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 17:34:41 -0800
  ...This may also apply to Pico US, but for Pico Canada, these locking type push on connectors: http://www.picocanada.com/en/product/134...
• Re: More syncro questions
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 26 Jul 1997 02:20:54 -0400
  ...My locking rear diff. works fine, w/ a short delay before it kicks in which I assume is normal. My question is in regards...
• Locking actuator, Sliding door
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Wed, 24 Feb 2016 17:36:04 -0800
  My slider will lock when it is shut if the others are locked but it won't cause the others to lock when they...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Rey Wood
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:48:12 -0400
  " I keep my gas cap key on the same ring as the ignition key, then I don't leave the cap behind by mistake...
• Parts WTS and WTB
  Historical mailing list - ed
  Mon, 4 Sep 2000 22:40:30 -0400
  ...3 blue headrests, syncro locking diff switch panel, actuator, and related parts, also need 6 vent louvers (for the overhead air and a/c...
• Re: Suggestions for car alarm, remote start, keyless entry?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 22:05:32 +1200
  ...The remote should also operate the central locking. Andrew Grebneff Dunedin, New Zealand VW & mollusc nut 1984 Caravelle (currently SVX engine waiting for a...
• Re: Syncro "factory" vacuum source
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 12:09:29 -0700
  ...Can someone explain exactly where the > intake manifold vacuum source is "supposed to be" for the Syncro locking > differential vacuum system? The Bentley doesn...
• Re: HELP! Need a gas cap.
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 23:57:35 -0500
  ...That's one of the less obvious benefits of a locking cap...it's pretty hard to drive off without the cap since your...
• Re: push start
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 16:14:20 -0500
  ...1) you should push start any car in a high gear to prevent locking up the rear wheels. (I once saw four guys plastered...
• Window Mouldings
  Historical mailing list - Neal R. Hansen
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 15:46:42 -0700
  ...I looked but did not find a KD tool, But I did find a good locking strip tool from "Equalizer" . Cost me $16 but...
• Re: Gas Filler Line in your Fill Tube while driving
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:07:20 +0000
  ...I also have a locking gas cap on my van as already said, but I've driven into my garage with bikes on top...