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  • Re: Eurovan Weekender Westfalia Conversion
    Historical mailing list - Jim Fritz
    Thu, 19 Aug 1999 15:29:01 -0500
    ...Over the summer all of our computers were moved for cleaning and the server was changed. I had this same problem last fall but...
  • <No subject>
    Historical mailing list - dawn
    Sat, 15 Jan 2000 17:02:35 -0800
    ...It is recommended for protection of delicate, sensitive and expensive computers, electrical equipment, tapes and film, automotive and aircraft engines, laboratory chemicals and equipment...
  • Census
    Historical mailing list - Bill N
    Tue, 5 Jun 2001 07:56:13 -0700
    ...54 years old Own computer related business and teach computer science and astronomy at the local college. Married 34 years to Sara (RN) with...
  • Re: westy cold = rich
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 8 May 2005 09:29:07 -0400
    ...two more cents.When yu are rich when cold, your van computer is disconnected from all the sensors-water temp- afc-oxygen sensor ect...
  • Re: Fun with UPS--DON'T USE THEM.
    Historical mailing list - - Melissa Puckett
    Thu, 27 Apr 2006 14:51:45 EDT
    Having trouble with UPS and comcast is like have trouble with Verizon I was supposed to have DSL installed for my home computer system...
  • Re: Calculate fuel consumption when idling?
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Sun, 25 Nov 2007 23:19:56 -0600
    ...install a trip computer that measures the amount of fuel used by counting the clicks of one of the fuel injectors. after calibration, it...
  • vrus warning does anyone know if this is real?
    Historical mailing list - mike miller
    Sat, 10 Mar 2001 19:54:08 -0800
    ...Delete it right away! > > This virus removes all dynamic link libraries(.dll files) from > > your computer. Your computer will not be able to boot...
  • Re: no vanagon content-monte carlo help
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Wed, 29 Jan 2003 13:29:59 -0800
    ...It's not running at the moment, because of the wiring harness > melting and starting a minor electrical fire which probably fried the computer...
  • DIY Vanagon Trip Computer
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Mon, 1 Apr 2002 21:03:35 -0500
    ...I have adapted an inexpensive bicycle "cyclo-computer" to become a powerful trip computer. It senses speed from a sensor I installed fairly easily...
  • Re: Calling all V-gon List Computer Guru's
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Mon, 20 Nov 2006 15:49:13 -0500
    ...John, if you are serious about disinfecting your computer without wipe/reinstalling. 1) backup your data! 2) disable the system restore and delete it...
  • Misc. Vanagon parts FS
    Historical mailing list - karl
    Mon, 12 Jul 1999 23:45:56 -0400
    ...2.1 waterboxer engine, 160K miles, ran well , but small oil leaks, $500 Digifant computer, $100 Airflow meter/airbox, $50 Fuel tank, $75 From...
  • Re: New westfalia concept bus computer generated
    Historical mailing list - pedro dos santos
    Wed, 8 Dec 2004 19:08:56 -0800
    ...With my medium speed, it took 3 minutes to get his web site showing and it took me 12 minutes to download the computer...
  • Re: [NVC] Wireless Internet Advise Needed
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Wed, 6 Aug 2008 16:30:26 -0600
    ...BZ-computer idiot
  • Parts Catalog
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 27 Oct 2021 22:20:25 -0500
    ...with changes in Windows it would no longer run on home computers. Is there a site somewhere that might have this parts info with...
  • Re: Friday LVC Language observation
    Historical mailing list - ed donnen
    Sat, 10 Jan 2015 08:46:03 -0500
    My favorite country of origin was on a computer board. It listed about 9 countries it could have been made, then added "or somewhere...
  • Re: Newday article On Vanagon List
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 12 Apr 1995 17:41:43 -0700 (PDT)
    Did we really crash the university computer last fall with a "postings sweepstakes"? I seem to remember getting scolded for joking about that sort...
  • Automatic transmission....
    Historical mailing list - HP Authorized Customer
    Wed, 28 Apr 1999 22:09:01 -0700
    printable Computer crashed (not virus related) Yep, I lost everything including the address of the guy who was seeking an Automatic Transmission. I have...
  • Epoxy/Filler Seam Rust Fix Info?
    Historical mailing list - Barry Armitage
    Thu, 13 Sep 2001 08:49:30 EDT
    I searched the archives but my computer locks up during the search. Could someone please send me the products recommended to fix seam rust...
  • [NVC] Computers - and why your printer may not work
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:29:44 -0500
    Check it out! http://s2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/vids/?action=view&current=cvUMHvLZ.flv <http://s2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/vids...
  • Re: [NVC] Computers - and why your printer may not work
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:38:28 -0700
    Not Friday and even if it was, absolutely NO Vanagon related content of any kind. In the future, please refrain for posting such to...
  • Re: virus filtering?? NVC
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Wed, 9 Apr 2003 00:04:14 -0700
    ...William > William, > > My understanding is that a firewall will prevent a hacker from gaining > access to your computer through the internet connection. Many of...
  • Re: Use of VW Dealers computer
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Mon, 8 Mar 2010 21:00:19 -0800
    ...Although the illustrations are still there, much of the text information is disappearing from the computer. Picked up a 1971 dated 68-71 Bus...
  • Re: Which Voltmeter to use?
    Historical mailing list - Joe L.
    Fri, 20 Aug 1999 02:23:21 -0400
    ...If you are gonna mess around with any vehicle with a computer on it you MUST have a voltmeter with what is known as...
  • For Sale - Upstate New York area- 2.1 rebuilt engine, associated parts.
    Historical mailing list - Road Trip
    Fri, 5 Dec 2003 13:05:59 -0800
    ...Run the FREE McAfee online computer scan! http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963
  • Re: 88 GLstarts, stalls immediately
    Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
    Fri, 28 Oct 2005 13:57:44 -0400
    ...That is the computer is disconnected from the sensors.So a bad temp sensor 2 is not the problem.Same with the o2 sensor...
  • bURNINGvAN 2014 pictures
    Historical mailing list - Van O Rama
    Mon, 20 Jan 2014 16:06:05 -0800
    ...Unfortunately they're in my camera and my computer[s] don't want to get them out. The canon software which was written for...
  • Re: Which bus hould I buy?
    Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
    Tue, 6 Feb 1996 15:23:30 -0600 (CST)
    ...That's all the computer > says, nothing about vacuum advance, single port single carb. My engine > is supposed to be a 1500, but it...
  • WESTY FABRIC
    Historical mailing list - Glen Buhlmann
    Sun, 14 Jul 1996 16:08:27 -0800
    ...Bought it on the phone. | | GB Computer Consulting | Now I'm home alone with a piece of crap. | | Vancouver, BC | PIECE OF CRAP!" | | '77...
  • O2 mixture questions
    Historical mailing list - db25
    Tue, 14 Oct 1997 13:38:00 EDT
    ...Do I have to disconnect the sensor with the engine off? The computer will have a memory if I don't. Does it matter...
  • Re: Air Conditioning schematics..who wants to put them on their website?
    Historical mailing list - Michael aka ECHO
    Tue, 30 Jan 2001 12:45:09 -0800
    ...Canada ===== MY first VW! 1980 Vanagon GL Need any general computer help? Computer blonde? E-mail echo207@excite.com and I will see what...
  • Re: Computer woes?
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 9 Jul 2001 10:29:32 EDT
    ...This is located beneath your throttle valve and controls when the computer goes into idle mode. The easiest way to check it is to...
  • Re: 87' syncro runs rough when cold
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
    Sat, 26 Sep 1998 15:21:56 -0700
    ...If it sees some (O2 sensor voltage < .45v) then the computer will attempt to enrich the mixture to compensate. If all is perfect, then...
  • Re: Shocking seats!!
    Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
    Thu, 23 Mar 2006 20:12:45 -0800
    ...I use anti-static spray and have a grounding wire on my main computer. Still I get zapped. I have frequently rebooted my computer...
  • Re: Wagon-R power steering
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 7 May 2002 19:06:08 +1200
    ...Restorer supplied it. > >PS unit assembled by PS-assem and a computer. And, 2-steering >spacer/speed sensor /Vanagon factory speedometor sensor. >Assembly indicate...
  • Re: 02 mixture questions
    Historical mailing list - Tom Young
    Wed, 15 Oct 1997 12:47:13 -0700
    ...Do I have to disconnect the sensor with the engine off? The > computer will have a memory if I don't. Does it matter...
  • Intro and '87 Golf Console Computer in a Vanagon?
    Historical mailing list - Fryday
    Tue, 2 Apr 2002 18:04:31 -0800
    ...Anyway, my previous car was an '87 Golf Gti, and I was wondering if there are anyway I could take out the computer in...
  • Re: Easier battery jumping?
    Historical mailing list - westydriver
    Mon, 7 Oct 2002 17:53:51 -0600
    ...any system with a computer you also never disconnect the battery with the engine running jimt On Monday, Oct 7, 2002, at 16:14...
  • Re: timing does not advance
    Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
    Thu, 4 Sep 2003 08:18:33 -0400
    ...sensor II you cause the computer to not adjust the timing. ITs sounds to me as if re-installing this connection, the computer is...
  • Re: NVC at all (computer question)
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Fri, 9 Jan 2009 12:16:13 -0500
    ...as the better browser. >> >> > I'd recommend Macintosh as the better computer. <giggle> > > Seriously, use adaware and spybot search & destroy (in Safe Mode) to...
  • NVC: Metal Shavings in Eye - Tip
    Historical mailing list - David
    Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:46:00 -0500
    ...from my eye using a high strength rare earth magnet like the kind from a computer hard drive. David Wilhite 84' Westfalia Middle TN >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >>
  • GPS bilt into Westy
    Historical mailing list - Arkady Mirvis
    Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:49:40 +0100
    First were radios, then auto computers, now high power lights and GPS are hot items the thieves are on the hunt. Any examples of...
  • i have to go
    Historical mailing list - Dann-o
    Mon, 23 Jan 1995 17:05:17 -0600 (CST)
    ...As soon as I have a computer at home I will be back. Many thanks to everyone for all their help danno
  • Ultimate Syncro Camper
    Historical mailing list - Dan Herbert
    Thu, 5 Nov 1998 09:33:16 PST
    ...Herbert Manager, Computer Services University of Toronto - Dentistry dan.herbert@utoronto.ca dherbert@dental.utoronto.ca
  • Off-topic but......
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sun, 22 Aug 1999 22:21:32 -0600
    Any computer gurus on the list that can recommend software/hardware that can grab a snapshot off the TV screen. Please reply off-list...
  • Re: Friday Fun - Millennium Bugs
    Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
    Fri, 8 Oct 1999 15:43:30 -0600
    ...one. > > Ever hear of the Anasazi tribe of the Southwest USA? > Know what happened to them? > Y1K Monty, THEIR computers all crashed, too?? Larry
  • Re: 240z crash update
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Mon, 13 Dec 1999 14:36:46 -0500
    ...www.bulley-hewlett.com Cary, NC USA 888.468.4880 tollfree ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get your FREE semi-private E-mail account, use your computer at work.
  • Re: I just saved $300 on my alignment - Toronto owners stay away from Don Valley Volkswagen
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Sat, 4 May 2002 09:51:22 -0700
    Got mine done in California for $60 (two wheels) > Jeez, here in NZ a (computerized, of course) 4-wheel alignment is > about $45.00NZ...
  • Re: Teddy Bear Virus!! Don't Delete. It's a hoax
    Historical mailing list - Dustin Fitch
    Tue, 25 Nov 2003 10:06:59 -0500
    ...More accurately stated, many millions of computers using windows, but definitely not all. Hopefully I can close that can of worms here and now...
  • O2 sensor monitor gadget any one have the link,
    Historical mailing list - Kevin
    Wed, 24 Mar 2004 11:36:20 -0500
    ...I built a new computer and lost all my old links. Thanks Kevin 87 Westy Burlington VT
  • Free Bus Screensavers & Wallpaper
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Wed, 5 Jan 2005 18:35:44 -0700
    Volks, In case you missed it, There's tons of FREE VW Bus/Truck Screensavers and Computer Wallpaper available. http://www.roadhaus.com/store...
  • Re: Need Sender Advice (Step 1)
    Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
    Mon, 8 Nov 1999 23:05:10 -0500
    Back in the good old days of microprocessors, when the only person using a home computer was some form of techno-geek hobbyist, there...
  • Re: Micro Fiche reader
    Historical mailing list - Buettner, Peter
    Thu, 27 Jan 2000 07:46:48 -0800
    ...I have tried to call around to the local dealers as they are all going to computers now, but they all say the same...
  • Census (my turn)
    Historical mailing list - Jennifer
    Tue, 5 Jun 2001 11:04:43 -0500
    ...St. Louis, MO (come and visit!) From: St. Louis, MO Occupation: Computer Geek in Research Lab @ Wash. Univ. Sch. Med. Marital status: Married 2...
  • Re: VIN #s
    Historical mailing list - Neal R. Hansen
    Sun, 26 Aug 2001 11:42:02 -0700
    ...http://www.geocities.com/echo207/vanagon.html Need any general computer help? Computer blonde? E-mail: echo207@excite.com and I will see what...
  • where did that wire go?
    Historical mailing list - steve vitale
    Tue, 18 Apr 2006 13:54:19 -0400
    ...i'm pretty sure that it somehow connects to the idle computer, though i'm not sure what the other side connects to. on...
  • Re: NVC at all (computer question)
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:00:10 -0500
    ...I'm running it on an older computer of mine, and it's great. I'll > probably add it to my laptop soon, because...
  • Re: Need Sender Advice (Step 1)
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Mon, 8 Nov 1999 21:38:24 -0500
    ...Need Sender Advice (Step 1) This is the first step in my quest for a computer diagnostic setup for my van. Before I invest...
  • Re: Mystery Accessory Get Rich$$$! <F>
    Historical mailing list - Dan Snow
    Thu, 23 May 2002 14:32:44 -0700
    ...In case you don't know, the silver thing in the dash is a port for the Vanagon engine management computer. In Germany, that...
  • [FRIDAY] And the survey says....
    Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
    Fri, 4 Jun 1999 20:04:02 -0700
    ...6 Number of mini-computers reported: 1 (VAX) Strangest computer reported: Someone out there claims that their primary platform is a Timex-Sinclair. Second...
  • Parting out '92 Passat
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 10 Apr 2000 16:04:53 EDT
    I am looking to move a bunch of parts for a '92 Passat with automatic (computer controlled transmission). This car is mint green and...