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  • Re: solar charge controller
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 18 Sep 2013 23:52:30 -0700
    ...And I'm here on a 14-day campout without access to > power, while running LED lighting and a Vitrifrigo -- Neil n Blog: tubaneil...
  • Re: Hook ups on Canadian Westies
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Thu, 31 May 2012 15:55:11 -0600
    I have seen one instance of the bottom hook up was a cover for an external lighting port for the fridge if the ignitor...
  • Re: Westy Interior Lighting
    Historical mailing list - Richard Jones
    Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:41:20 -0600
    > Thanks Bill, here it is from the website, apparently is it .35amps. > at 12V off the DC adapter. Amazing that is uses 8 AA...
  • Re: Fw: interior lighting for westys
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Mon, 24 Jan 2000 07:22:37 -0500
    > >Just to let you all know...I bought 6 taplights and installed 4 in my > >westy...works great and lights it up very well...
  • Re: Re LED and lighting the fridge
    Historical mailing list - Ron Bloomquist
    Mon, 17 Apr 2000 15:38:03 -0700
    WHAT LED are you looking at to see if your fridge is lit? Do I have one on an '87 Westy? Yes, the light...
  • Interior light/work light
    Historical mailing list - mike miller
    Wed, 7 Nov 2001 07:38:37 -0800
    Dear Volks, I recall a discussion about adding interior lighting in the van and someone's] found one that mounted and was detachable [like...
  • Re: Inline 4 Conversions
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 31 Jul 2002 22:41:23 -0700
    ...and Engine Conversions - Vanagon, Transporter and Iltis Sales and Importation - European Lighting for most Volkswagen models -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
  • Re: Possible replacement lights? Need feedback
    Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
    Wed, 22 Oct 2003 14:28:32 -0400
    ...Second, the lighting spread of the lights themselves is > designed for lights that are about 20-24 inches off the ground (not the > 36...
  • Re: A Request
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Sat, 4 Jul 2009 09:45:19 -0700
    ...I would use my own, but my rig's lighting� is currently held together with chewing gum and baling wire more or less - far...
  • Re: WARNING: Lighting upgrade hazard
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Tue, 24 Dec 2002 13:09:38 -0800
    ...of time discussing the various methods and > techniques to upgrade our lighting systems; most recently the SA double-light > systems using H4 bulbs. Those...
  • Re: Paint questions
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Sun, 9 Mar 2014 20:45:09 -0700
    there ya go - since Audi pioneered LED lighting in mass production vehicles, everybody's on the band wagon ... although, that wheeler looks to have...
  • Re: WTB: Round Headlight assembly from '85 and older
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
    Wed, 29 Jan 2014 13:55:15 -0500
    ...Even better lighting than the round E-code >lights. > > That's my plan. Local guy/mechanic is getting them for >his and when available...
  • Re: For auto trans owners only
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 16 Jul 2013 01:26:31 -0400
    ...However the gauge colors haven't been chosen with red lighting in mind (using magenta for things meant to look red, for example) so...
  • '88 Westy Frig
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 6 Oct 1996 08:47:24 -0600
    ...I am interested in any tips you may have on "lighting the frig". The frig works well on 12 volts, 110 volts, and propane...
  • Re: Dometic-Gas Lighting
    Historical mailing list - Steve
    Mon, 26 Apr 1999 16:50:34 -0700
    I like that method...i'll have to try it! Sounds like it'd work every time. (p.s. the door seal went out...
  • Re: Troubleshooting 'Frig Cooling Problem
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 14 Jun 2000 15:27:31 -0400
    ...thermostat) failure, I believe >that the "Flame Failure Safety Valve" would prevent the pilot from lighting. The 110v thermostat and the gas thermostat are...
  • Pictures from the Germany Trip online!
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Thu, 22 Nov 2001 21:30:10 -0800
    ...European Lighting for most Audi and Volkswagen models
  • Solar charger question
    Historical mailing list - Felder
    Mon, 17 Nov 2003 18:45:30 -0800
    ...m looking for a way to offset the use of 12v lighting, fridge fans, ventilation fans, radio, water pump while camping remotely. thanks, Jim
  • FS:Round headlight buckets for SA conversion or replacement part.
    Historical mailing list - No Name Available
    Tue, 16 Dec 2003 22:55:38 EST
    ...and a lower socket for the parking light integrated in the headlight for Euro-spec lighting sytems. please mail for more info. Chris VT
  • Re: possible lighting upgrade for your westy
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:26:09 -0700
    Nice! One over the slider would be good too. On Wed, Apr 23, 2008 at 6:22 PM, Tom Myers <motmyers@hotmail.com> wrote...
  • Re: Refrigerator lighting
    Historical mailing list - Jim Kim
    Thu, 1 Sep 2011 09:20:43 -0700
    ...No logic to why or when. > When it is being stubborn about lighting and staying lit...I think..."This > is it, the time it...
  • Re: Galley lighting addition
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sun, 29 Jun 2014 08:03:53 -0700
    ...Each has its own controller so I can adjust lighting as desired. But it would be swell to have a remote for them. We...
  • Re: Re: kooltrons (was Re: STAT...)
    Historical mailing list - Scott Harvey
    Thu, 15 Sep 94 08:24 PDT
    > Well, if you want something KOOL, then I would rather put up with a lack > of cooling power, than the hassle of lighting the...
  • GE High output "bulbs"
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Wed, 24 Feb 1999 10:59:57 -0800
    ...http://www.ge.com/lighting/auto/hoh.htm Alistair
  • Re: Hella H4/why such different prices?
    Historical mailing list - Tim King
    Mon, 25 Sep 2000 14:08:21 -0700
    ...http://lighting.mbz.org/faq/#legal It's also in the RCW for Washington state, but I don't have it handy. Have fun...
  • Re: Headlight improvements IMHO
    Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
    Mon, 30 Oct 2000 10:40:09 -0800
    > But I'd also recommend running relays and new, bigger wires to all > the lights for the optimum performance for any lighting system. I...
  • Fridge lighting woes
    Historical mailing list - chrisadubs
    Sun, 29 Apr 2001 19:52:46 -0700
    Hello all, Took advantage of the nice weather and empty schedule to take an overnight camping trip to the Poconos. The van ran good...
  • As anyone successfully fixed an AFM?
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 17 Oct 2001 18:45:30 -0700
    ...992 7775 FAX: (250) 992 1160 � Vanagon Accessories and Engine Conversions � Transporter, Unimog and Iltis Sales � European Lighting for most Audi and Volkswagen models
  • Re: Some good info about E-code headlamps & "City Lights"
    Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
    Tue, 9 Apr 2002 17:45:23 -0500
    ...were for use at night in the city, where adequate street lighting made headlamps unnecessary. You turn on the 'city lights' to keep from...
  • Where to I get a cheap Exhaust Temp Gauge / Pyrometer???
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 5 Feb 2003 22:39:48 -0800
    ...992 7775 FAX: (250) 992 1160 - Vanagon Accessories and Engine Conversions - Vanagon, Transporter and Iltis Sales and Importation - European Lighting for most Volkswagen models
  • Re: Halogen bulbs ... is there a difference between AC & DC bulbs?
    Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
    Mon, 27 Sep 2004 19:32:09 -0700
    ...is there a difference between AC & DC bulbs? > I have some "Under counter" halogen lighting fixtures that are fed through a > transformer that steps...
  • Re: Any one activated rear fog in back light cluster?
    Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
    Thu, 4 Apr 2002 10:42:17 -0600
    ...Ironic that we are talking about improving the lighting on our vehicles when there is a huge aftermarket devoted to reducing effective lighting output...
  • Dometic fridge update- my .02
    Historical mailing list - Jay Fitzgerald
    Thu, 01 May 1997 08:19:55 -0600
    ...One more tip on lighting the thing, run it on either 12 or 120v for a bit, then(while on knees, pray) try lighting...
  • Interior Lighting ( Thin-Lite # 171 ) and third brake light
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Wed, 5 Dec 2001 19:25:35 -0800
    ...Good Price on Interior Lighting ( Thin-Lite # 171 ) > Folks, > > One of the great ideas I picked from a List Member > was to replace the...
  • Re: Dometic 182 B Fridge- Ad Nauseum
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 8 Aug 2009 02:22:15 -0400
    At 02:04 AM 8/8/2009, neil N wrote: >IMO, in terms of the fridge actually lighting, pre cooling on AC has >nothing...
  • Re: $5 100W inverter, Office max
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 7 Nov 2004 21:13:46 -0500
    ...You make a good point about the trouble light and other basic 110v lighting. My favorite work light is the regular incandescent "clip" light...
  • Re: gauges for a Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Fri, 27 Jun 1997 16:32:33 -0700
    ...I wired the gauge lighting in with the rest of the instruments so that the dimmer works for the gauges too. -Mark McCulley
  • Re: Headlight improvements IMHO
    Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
    Mon, 30 Oct 2000 11:39:35 -0800
    > > But I'd also recommend running relays and new, bigger wires to all > > the lights for the optimum performance for any lighting system. > > I...
  • Re: Lighting options - again.
    Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
    Fri, 29 Dec 2000 16:03:11 -0800
    > My only concern with the SA setup is getting replacement lights. The outer > lights are more than likely the $40 a pair H4s that...
  • Re: Headlight relay(s)
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 1 Jul 2001 17:51:56 -0500
    ...have a schematic for a headlight relay system? > > > > Karl Wolz > > <http://lighting.mbz.org/tech/how_to/relays> > > > hth, > TBerk ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM...
  • Hooking up interior lights to Aux. Battery?
    Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
    Sun, 16 Apr 2006 21:01:03 -0400
    ...It was no trouble re-routing the refridgerator, but I.m not sure about how to go about re-wiring the interior lighting to...
  • Re: 12 volt X-Mas Lights!?
    Historical mailing list - Vdub Guy
    Sat, 22 Dec 2007 18:07:30 +0000
    <although the idea of little light decoration sounds really neato there might be local police laws against other than standard DOT approved lighting yours...
  • Re: Instrument Lighting Mishap
    Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
    Fri, 16 Mar 2001 18:34:53 -0800
    ...Instrument Lighting Mishap > When changing the bulb over the tach in my 88 GL, I found it difficult > to get at to get the...
  • Pesky lighters
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sun, 20 Jan 2008 08:26:54 -0800
    ...Mrs Squirrel and I use BBQ/fireplace lighters like the Scripto Aim N Flame* when camping because the long snoots are useful for lighting...
  • Re: 12 v plug & re-wire
    Historical mailing list - Jimt Thomson
    Tue, 29 Mar 2005 00:06:17 -0700
    2 fans ?? not unless they are very tiny, i put my internal lighting on the aux batt. nothing that is used when camped is...
  • Re: Atlanta to Moscow Road Trip (Awfully Long)
    Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
    Mon, 22 Mar 1999 09:19:13 -0800
    ...get the gas to > light. > Mike, I have a hard time lighting my frig on gas also. However, I have found that if at...
  • Re: Switched power for vanagon radio
    Historical mailing list - Mark Mages
    Thu, 27 Jul 2000 07:05:52 -0700
    ...tires, > lighting the fridge, etc) and I'll start working on > it... ===== Mark If you're not paranoid, you're not paying attention. 87...
  • Re: Dashboard lighting help
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Fri, 27 Apr 2001 20:43:35 -0700
    The VW dealer. I think they are some ridiculous price each - like $2.00 I think that RMMW and automobile atlanta also carry them...
  • Re: WTB: 2WD Vanagon MPH speedometer
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Wed, 14 Aug 2002 16:55:51 -0700
    ...992 7775 FAX: (250) 992 1160 > > - Vanagon Accessories and Engine Conversions > - Vanagon, Transporter and Iltis Sales and Importation > - European Lighting for most Volkswagen models
  • Re: Anyone used "Night Hawk" bulbs? (searched archives)
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Fri, 6 Apr 2007 12:57:28 -0700
    ...An acquaintance that > does vehicle lighting feels that this is the first time that forward > lighting technology has been driven by the stylists rather...
  • Re: Lighting the fridge-the E-Z way
    Historical mailing list - Mark G
    Fri, 15 Aug 2003 16:53:05 -0400
    ...Date: Fri, 15 Aug 2003 08:25:25 -0700 Subject: Re: Lighting the fridge-the E-Z way Mark, what are your lowest day...
  • Re: Fixed Propane Fridge
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
    Thu, 28 Aug 2003 06:53:21 -0700
    ...So why can't the piezo do this when lighting the fridge normally instead of having to repeatedly click the air pump knob? Or...
  • Re: Space above closet
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 7 Nov 2016 13:21:12 -0700
    ...2:01 PM, David Bjorkman wrote: > I'm installing some new lighting over the rear seat in my '87 Westy with A/C. I...
  • bright idea
    Historical mailing list - ed donnen
    Mon, 9 Jul 2012 09:50:47 -0400
    So there I was, with the power out in my area, and me with only nominal lighting and the night drawing neigh. I look...
  • Re: 7 " Eurospec lamp and H4 bulb sources
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:17:39 -0400
    ...2:58 Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@GMAIL.COM> napisał(a): >>> Look up Daniel Stern lighting. He's right here in Atlanta and sells the >>> best...
  • Re: Westy Interior Lighting
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 22 Mar 2011 08:30:19 -0700
    On Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 8:03 AM, Thomas Buese <tombuese@comcast.net> wrote: > unlike head lamp which labels you a geek in...
  • HiPo lights?
    Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
    Fri, 24 Apr 1998 16:14:06 -0300
    ...we have 65/55 as stock? Wouldn't this solve the lighting problem, with the addition of a relay and thicker wiring to the...
  • Re: When can I get Wasserboxer power graphs?
    Historical mailing list - mike and shari
    Thu, 12 Apr 2001 21:40:57 -0700
    ...992 7775 FAX: (250) 992 1160 > > � Vanagon Accessories and Engine Conversions > � Transporter, Unimog and Iltis Sales > � European Lighting for most Audi and Volkswagen models
  • Re: Square Headlight Uprgade? Round, Square, Lighting Relays . . .
    Historical mailing list - George Goff
    Fri, 26 Dec 2003 12:48:48 EST
    In a message dated 12/24/03 2:50:17 PM, jeff@TSSGI.COM writes: << The 200mm Hella's are part number 72206. I...
  • Re: Galley lighting addition
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Fri, 27 Jun 2014 19:35:33 -0700
    ...Need to >> install real lighting! >> >> Thanks for the blog post and info. >> >> Neil. >> >>> On 6/25/14, Jarrett Kupcinski <kupcinski@gmail.com> wrote: >>> I...