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• Re: Oil Buzzer advice
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 16:53:34 -0500
  ...light?” > >> > >> As usual…probably me. Over the weekend, I started finishing the brake work which means a new master cylinder and rear brakes. I...
• Re: inexplicably back in the USA
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:53:27 -0700
  ...I took the instrument panel back off > this morning to install my brake light switches and when I reinstalled > it, the euro time was...
• Re: Another 2nd battery issue/question
  Historical mailing list - Geo Hahn
  Wed, 17 Mar 2004 16:07:21 -0700
  ...This put all interior lights and the lights I added to that circuit on the aux. It also puts the brake lights on the...
• Re: Weird lighting issue
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 00:13:37 -0800
  ...Turn signal not working one side could also be the hazard light switch. Work it a few times. It is not unusual for wires...
• Re: your opinion please - part 2
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Tue, 8 Jun 1999 11:13:11 -0500
  ...After market cruise controls on manual transmissions back in the 60s had switches on the clutch and brake. I have installed several after market...
• Re: Friday's known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 08:36:42 -0500
  ...blow motor seizes,blows fuse, burns switch > 9 - Front heater duct/control: internal flap seals deteriorate, air leaks > 10 - head light ground wire: wire...
• Re: Oil Light
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 16 Mar 2008 10:11:19 -0500
  ...I had problems with my > oil light/buzzer and it was the connection to the pressure switch at the > rear. > > Whee to go from...
• Re: brake and clutch fluid reservoirs
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 17 Nov 2014 17:24:48 -0600
  ...the guy said 'just ignore the brake warning light ...must be the switch > for the parking brake handle is wonky'. > I said ..'Honda's...
• Re: Climate Control Cable Meltdown - '84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 5 Aug 2004 15:23:49 -0400
  ...And replacing those tiny >little light bulbs. Malcolm > >--- Steve Russell <thenewf1@TELUS.NET> wrote: > > > >> Anyway, I since have taken the dash out, etc. and...
• Re: "Favorite Vanagon Features" (& least-favorite)
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 14 May 2005 22:28:19 +1200
  ...Light & wiper switches on wrong sides (dangerous & typically European in RHD) Front indicators too low, too small Fragile window-winder handles Engine Transmission Brakes...
• Re: Starter Cleanup
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sat, 21 Mar 2009 13:01:38 -0400
  ...want to add something later -? like a lighting upgrade, or do something about those flimsy heater? switches. Should I do something special about electrical...
• Da Parts
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sun, 4 Nov 2001 13:32:21 -0600
  ...regulator (2) front door power lock solinoids (3) door switch's for the interior lights (1) R/H front door in nice shape ( 1...
• Re: Power loss with 15" wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Sat, 4 Mar 2006 00:46:00 -0500
  ...Remember in these tests, that the wheel systems are within .25" in rolling diameter! Another great example is switching over to a lightweight rim...
• Re: Oil Buzzer advice
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 19:22:31 -0700
  ...light?” >> >> As usual…probably me. Over the weekend, I started finishing the brake work which means a new master cylinder and rear brakes. I...
• Re: Dashboard lights
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 18 Nov 2014 00:49:29 -0500
  ...Dashboard lights So - Dennis scores another 100 points. I took off the top to the instrument cluster and while admiring the brake / clutch fluid...
• Re: Fixed dash lights, not certain how.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 15 Dec 2016 13:00:27 -0800
  ...aux ba6 gas heater, Anti theft devices, possible fog >> light >> relay, "factory" looking fog light switch at RH side of instrument >> cluster. >> >> Though I...
• Re: vdo gauge
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sun, 2 Jan 2000 14:17:33 -0800
  ...the mounting flanges that held the "Brake Light" indicator which was located just above my headlight switch. Then I made the rectangular hole into...
• Starting Problems . . . was Re: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area. ..
  Historical mailing list - Birkenfeld Jeff
  Tue, 25 Jun 2002 11:14:02 -0500
  ...The automatic transmission starter solenoid gets it's juice from the Park/Neutral safety switch located under the plastic shifter housing. This switch is...
• Re: Loss of power at low revs
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 23 Dec 2005 13:43:12 -0500
  ...Its pouring rain, my brake lights are not working and I got a >trailer wiring installed , they could be unrelated but I thought I...
• Re: Afraid to enjoy the ride?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:47:24 -0700
  ...will cover gas and diesel, divided into Electrical , brakes/wheels/tires ...General Service ....Operator Awareness and so on. in 15 minutes I have 50...
• Re: Phrydae Question: Who drives a TDI?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Lee
  Fri, 2 Nov 2012 11:21:20 -0400
  ...Needed tires - Bridgestone Ecotopia LLR Minor maintenance repairs, rubber mounts, CV boots, a brake mount pin.... Total cost $13K so far. A must for...
• My Blue Carat Rides Again
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 10 Aug 2010 23:03:00 -0500
  ...Only negative was when I parked, the brake lights were on, and wouldn't go off. I had to disconnect battery to keep the...
• Re: Trip report Busses By the Bridge
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 21 Jan 2023 10:43:56 -0700
  ...Lights, > > I just recently installed “SwitchBack” type LEDs on My ’90 & am Very Pleased with results ~ > > They are Bright White as Running Light so...
• Re: info
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Wed, 22 Oct 1997 10:56:27 -0700
  ...1) You'll need to extend the cable to the front of the van for the brake light switch and the control. This means...
• slight glow from oil press. light
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey R
  Mon, 26 Feb 2001 05:04:38 EST
  ...I thought this might be normal since the light in the switch should not glow fully bright like the other instrument lights or else...
• Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:17:34 -0500
  ...if I pulled the hand brake on, the engine stopped! > > > > Seems the addition of the e-brake light drew enough current to allow > > the...
• Re: 2wd locking diff - followship question
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 07:50:24 -0800
  ...Wires go from this switch to the dash where a light comes on the tell the driver that the locker is engaged. The vacuum...
• Re: Fixed dash lights, not certain how.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 15 Dec 2016 13:16:58 -0800
  ...aux ba6 gas heater, Anti theft devices, possible fog >> >> light >> >> relay, "factory" looking fog light switch at RH side of instrument >> >> cluster. >> >> >> >> Though I...
• Last Call
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Sun, 9 Sep 2001 12:29:03 -0500
  ...Front windsheild wiper motor Front windsheild wiper arms Brake booster with master cylinder heater switch's Nice black glove box door Nice black gauge...
• Re: UPDATE - Odd Brake Bleeding issue in 90 Westy & Rebuild - Drove van today!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 23 Aug 2015 21:59:08 -0400
  ...under rain gutter-separate switch (waterproof). 9. Finally found a glue to hold the Velcro for the Sky-Light screen. http://eclecticproducts.com/downloads...
• Good/bad vanagon design, waS - Soft Brakes after driving with E-brake on for 30 miles
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:38:41 -0700
  ...Still havn't gotten around to putting in head light relays that I have .. mostly the switches are not that bad. 'vw grade' I...
• Re: Fixed dash lights, not certain how.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 15 Dec 2016 16:04:12 -0500
  ...aux ba6 gas heater, Anti theft devices, possible fog > >> light > >> relay, "factory" looking fog light switch at RH side of instrument > >> cluster. > >> > >> Though I...
• Re: Friday's corvette problems
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 09:45:40 -0400
  ...blow motor seizes,blows fuse, burns switch >>9 - Front heater duct/control: internal flap seals deteriorate, air leaks >>10 - head light ground wire: wire...
• OIL SYSTEM UPGRADES '85 WESTY 1.9L AUTOMATIC?
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Tue, 13 Jul 1999 13:40:16 EDT
  ...brakes is a little strange but I can get used to it. Had a scare the other day when the oil pressure light began...
• Need Electrical Help with a Dim Turn Signal Bulb
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 02:52:06 +0200
  ...all lights be left on!). Both left and right rear bulbs seem to be equally bright when the emergency flashers are switched on. Questions...
• Re: known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 09:25:28 -0400
  ...like brakes, or light bulbs after 100,000 miles. ::: These are problems I have seen in a lot of Vanagons ::: that are regular premature...
• Re: Cruise Control Speed Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sat, 10 Nov 2001 21:10:53 -0800
  ...a bad switch at the brake pedal. Interestingly it would appear to be okay using a VOM, however hooking a test light through it...
• Re: Oil Buzzer advice
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 2 Oct 2015 08:39:33 -0700
  ...light?” > >> > >> As usual…probably me. Over the weekend, I started finishing the brake work which means a new master cylinder and rear brakes. I...
• Re: New spin on parking light problem, '91 Westy GL
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 8 Sep 2011 08:42:24 -0700
  ...Leaving the parking lights on seems to keep the bulb lit and the voltage flowing. If there is any interruption such as a switch...
• Re: Oil Buzzer advice
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 2 Oct 2015 11:42:05 -0500
  ...light?” > > >> > > >> As usual…probably me. Over the weekend, I started finishing the brake work which means a new master cylinder and rear brakes. I...
• Re: known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 06:58:04 -0700
  ...blow motor seizes,blows fuse, burns switch > 9 - Front heater duct/control: internal flap seals deteriorate, air leaks > 10 - head light ground wire: wire...
• Re: Towing capacity of vanagon GL camper 2.1 Litre engine
  Historical mailing list - insyncro
  Wed, 21 Jan 2004 16:52:53 -0500
  ...Make sure that you wire in a modulator for the lights and electric brakes on a horse trailer. The whimpy headlight switch in your...
• need help fixing aftermarket cruise
  Historical mailing list - Michael J. Kozak
  Tue, 28 Mar 2000 11:07:06 EST
  ...The engage light then goes out after a few seconds. The engage light will also go out if I press the brake pedal before...
• My Favorite Vanagon Accessories
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 1 Feb 2001 22:35:02 +1200
  ...light (bright; switched from dash) -GPS *Hella H4 headlights (standard on mine) *Hella Raintronic autovariable-intermittent automatic wipers -Interior lights (bright) -Interior lights delay...
• Re: Question about turn signal
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Wed, 24 Jun 2015 23:18:06 -1000
  ...all the lights are on together with the single green light of the >>>> TS, while the ignition on and the TS switch is on...
• Re: electrical weirdness after 2nd battery install......
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Mon, 12 May 2008 09:53:42 -0700
  ...hand brake light is still stuck > > > -water temp sensor starts blinking for a little while, but then goes > > > off. > > > > > > if i know switch on...
• Re: Proper Brake Pedal Feel/Travel?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:40:01 -0800
  ...required to activate >> brake lights. >> >> I replaced MC not long after buying Westy. I don't recal bleeding the >> switch. How is this done...
• Re: Why do you like your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 23 Apr 2001 19:21:26 -0700
  ...Well it's finally done, done, need a new clutch, dash lights, right turn signal lamp, left rear brake lamp, new reverse-lamp-switch...
• Re: Loss of power at low revs
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Fri, 23 Dec 2005 16:53:48 -0800
  ...Its pouring rain, my brake lights are not working and I got a >trailer wiring installed , they could be unrelated but I thought I...
• Re: Darn it, blinkers still not working. Help?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 22 Mar 2003 19:26:09 -0800
  ...It looks like each of these uses only 3 wires of the 4 possible with the third wire for the brake lights. Look up...
• woes of the day
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 14 Sep 1999 19:50:12 -0700
  ...Since last night, I have lost my brake master cylinder, radiator fan, heater fan switch, and speedometer. Pedal slowly goes to the floor (sometimes...
• Re: Only 5V at Temp II sensor?
  Historical mailing list - George Gaudette
  Sat, 27 May 2017 14:53:52 -0400
  ...I had to check, but the "always on" brake light in the dash works normally (goes on and off when I work the e...
• Re: Help -Stranded &amp; need advice...
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sun, 26 Sep 1999 10:44:53 EDT
  ...First identify the cut-out switch. The back-up light switch should have 12V on one side(connection) whenever the ignition is switched "on...
• Re: No High Beams
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:16:16 -0700
  ...For those reasons I still predict that the one 18 gauge wire going from the brake switches to the brake lights will outlast the...
• Re: Oil Buzzer advice
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Robinson
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 20:27:33 -0700
  ...light?� >>> >>> As usual�probably me. Over the weekend, I started finishing the brake work which means a new master cylinder and rear brakes. I...
• Re: Proper Brake Pedal Feel/Travel?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:44:34 -0700
  ...required to activate > brake lights. > > I replaced MC not long after buying Westy. I don't recal bleeding the > switch. How is this done...
• Re: 87 Cruise Control--followup
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Tue, 4 Jan 2011 12:30:32 -0800
  ...wire instead of the light, the motor ran. The real problem turned out to be an intermitent brake cutoff switch. It was passing that...
• Audiovox CCS-100 Cruise Control Installation
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Sun, 19 May 2002 12:57:07 -0400
  ...The fused power that was the input for the fan switch now powers the cruise switch. The lighting wire and associated ground wire were...
• How to's?? What happened to them?
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 08:55:39 -0700
  ...Wrecking yard locations Fuel filter & pump Floppy rear view mirrors Bad Light switches Extra Seats in your Bus Pop top stuff -seal -mold -racks...
• Re: Proper Brake Pedal Feel/Travel?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:50:05 -0800
  ...required to activate >> brake lights. >> >> I replaced MC not long after buying Westy. I don't recal bleeding the >> switch. How is this done...