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• getting rounded wheel nuts off:
  Historical mailing list - davidson
  Sun, 23 Aug 1998 09:19:54 -0700
  ...Most good tire & wheel dealers the mechanic will have a tool that even removes wheel locks (which are round intentionally to make them hard...
• Re: '90 syncro power locks
  Historical mailing list - Dave Rodriguez
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 00:46:42 EST
  Find a beautiful model to sit in the passenger seat.... -Dave '88 GTi 16v '88 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg In a message dated 3/17...
• Un-retracting a seat belt?
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Mulligan
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 11:39:21 -0700
  ...belt and now it has fully retracted into the assembly and "locks" up when I try to unfurl it. - Kevin __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC...
• Re: Need help w/German translation
  Historical mailing list - Phil Walker
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 11:35:24 -0500
  ...He also seem to be talking about something that either props up the luggage rack, or locks the luggage rack. Again, it doesn't...
• rear hatch lock failed locked...
  Historical mailing list - Grungy
  Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:19:41 -0500
  ...The power locks failed a long time ago, when the driver door power lock actuator got stuck in the unlocked position. Fixed that by...
• Re: Alarm system and power door locks
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Thu, 18 Apr 2013 08:57:26 -0700
  ...http://www.a1electric.com/mes.htm > > I converted my stock power locks to their system, though I didn't add the > alarm. I just...
• Re: problems with lock on gas tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Thu, 14 Apr 2011 22:14:48 -0400
  ...WD-40 got it working, but had a locksmith later tell me it would happen again since the locking cylinder was really dirty with...
• Re: '67 Westy Resto form Hell Update
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 21 May 1996 00:45:27 -0400
  ...67 model year started in late 66, and they changed the locks from the T series key to the Lseries key. 67 model year...
• Re: Key broken off in gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 22:34:26 -0600
  ...A local locksmith can do this very easily for you, and generally from the outside of the cap if you can't get it...
• Re: Power locks that won't
  Historical mailing list - madsen
  Tue, 7 Dec 1999 17:15:08 -0500
  I suspect the wires that power the locks in the front doors are faulty. I think they run through the door jam , inside that...
• Re: Fuel filler cap stuck
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 21 Jan 2015 18:15:24 -0500
  ...gas cap used the same key as the rest of the locks > it is common for the gas cap to have been replaced with...
• '91 Westy For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Lori Bottom & David Tanzer
  Sat, 22 May 1999 09:41:39 -0400
  ...86K miles, silver, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, air conditioning, AM/FM cassette, automatic transmission. Located in northern Vermont. This is a California...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 18 Dec 1999
  Historical mailing list - Budding Rose
  Sun, 19 Dec 1999 00:23:58 -0500
  ...pwr windows.mirrors.& locks.. CD. alloys. awning/screen room..108k miles.. $9K OBO --954-523-9350---- Usual disclaimer. Call him not me, I haven...
• key blank supplier
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Wed, 15 Mar 2000 20:18:03 -0600
  ...Thanks, also, to all the list members who've sent locks and keys recently for work. Please let me know if any of it...
• vanagon central locking system for sale - wasRe: Power Door Locks-
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Nov 2002 14:54:17 EST
  In a message dated 11/10/02 12:55:22 PM Eastern Standard Time, napszeerf@YAHOO.COM writes: > > Anyone know where i can get...
• Re: 82 hatch on an 84 Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 02:53:39 EST
  ...an 84 or later body? > > all hatches are interchangeable 80-91. locks changed in '84 but either lock will work with your striker plate...
• remote/keyless entry
  Historical mailing list - Eric Gertner
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:47:59 -0400
  Does anyone have experience or recommendations for installing remote/keyless entry into a vanagon with power locks (91 Carat)? I read a positive review...
• REAR HATCH LOCK FUNNY
  Historical mailing list - The Westy man
  Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:13:21 -0700
  ...I can only open it if I lock it with the central locking system that locks all doors too. But when they are all...
• Re: secure storage?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:07:42 -0600
  ...I think most people who encountered a firmly fixed rear seat with NO exposed locks would consider it non-removeable and move on. If...
• Re: How to get the tumbler out of a lock mechanism?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 1 Feb 2012 19:08:32 -0800
  A really competent locksmith can 'decode' the lock or key and generate a new key cut by code. It won't be cheap though...
• Re: CV Joint boots & Power Door locks
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 26 Sep 2004 00:59:14 -0700
  ...CV Joint boots & Power Door locks > > The persons with insecurities list? Do you think they'd let me join? What if I'm not...
• Re: Differences in models for 1990
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:15:47 -0700
  The power mirrors, locks, and windows have nothing to do with it. Those were options, available on both models that year. There are a...
• Re: Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:02:27 -0500
  ...Locks, Keys Refurbed by Steve Sandlin >> >> Steve Sandlin did a great job on my locks and keys this month, so I want >> to add...
• Re: Tri Flow for locks
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:33:00 -0500
  ...Houdini, for instance, is a better penetrant and cleaner but > only available from locksmith supply dealers who do not sell to the > public. LokShot...
• Re: Insurance
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 19 Jul 2015 11:40:54 +0000
  Here in Alabama,the premier AAA service also provides a free locksmith if you lock yourself out of your house, a free one day...
• Radio Codes
  Historical mailing list - Don Gibbons
  Thu, 2 Oct 1997 12:45:00 -0500
  ...They also only give you 3 chances untill it locks up more or less perminantly. The only way to unlock one of these is...
• Re: Removing & replacing front door key tumbler?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 5 Apr 2014 13:13:12 -0400
  Hi tom, I would recommend emailing or calling Steve Sandlin as he is amazing with VW locks and keys. His email is: Steve Sandlin...
• Pinched my windows...
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 16 May 2016 12:14:24 -0700
  ...but for now I "pinched" the old one with some channel locks and the window is quiet again...put something on the tool to...
• Water Tank Key
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Tue, 17 Sep 2013 06:55:39 -0500
  ...Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith Steve's Lock Shoppe www.stevceslockshop.com
• no ignition key
  Historical mailing list - Robert Young
  Wed, 11 Jul 2001 23:32:50 -0400
  ...I still have the problem of getting it out and taking it to the locksmith. Does the door handle come off easier than taking...
• Re: on locking gas caps..
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 18 Sep 2005 20:25:55 -0500
  ...The old cap locks are queefed out, the new ones come with unloaded tumblers, i.e., no wafers installed, i.e., unkeyed, i.e...
• Recommended "Club" Type Security Device for Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Paquette
  Wed, 20 Dec 2006 12:49:37 -0800
  I'd be interested to hear recommendations on a "Club" type security device - the type of thing one locks onto the steering wheel to...
• Re: Wafers for locks
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Sun, 7 Apr 2019 10:16:37 -0700
  ...Of course, if locks had been changed, that would not be true, but the vehicle was evidently manufactured that way. But, I don't...
• Re: Headlights Out
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 12 Nov 1998 17:13:51 -0500
  I suggest you try plugging-in the door locks again to see if that fixes it -- which I doubt it will. If it doesn...
• Re: Kill Switch Delay - any electronics experts?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 15 Aug 2005 16:15:59 -0700
  ...Starting to sound like those transponder keys that give locksmiths like me fits... > Slight modification of that kind of unit to put the locking...
• 1989 Wolfsburg for sale!
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Harford
  Wed, 5 Aug 1998 11:38:16 -0500
  ...70,200 one owner miles, automatic, air, power windows, power locks, and complete new exhaust. No dents or rust and dark blue color. Seating...
• FS: 87 Vanagon GL Syncro Westie
  Historical mailing list - Brent Michael Gardner
  Sat, 9 Jan 1999 07:22:44 -0800
  1987 Vanagon GL Syncro Westie 110,000 miles dark red with gray interior locking differential A/C cassette deck with 4 speakers automatic locks...
• '91 Syncro For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Kirk Swezey
  Sun, 31 Oct 1999 09:31:43 +0000
  Brian Crawford of Albuquerque has a 1991 white Syncro with power windows, locks, cruise, etc. Recent heads. Was asking $12,000 but is willing...
• Re: Power Locks
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sun, 3 Sep 2000 08:57:52 -0700
  > Does anyone know how much power lock motors cost. Does anyone remember Ken > having a kit that contained 4 new motors and a keyless...
• FS: 1989 Tristar Syncro in the UK
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Thu, 22 Feb 2001 17:14:21 EST
  VW Transporter crew cab Tristar Syncro 1989 Twin Diff Locks New 2.1 injection engine Power steering 15" alloy wheels 255-70-15 Factory...
• No Vanagon content - FYI for cyclists
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Thu, 16 Sep 2004 22:21:21 -0700
  ...I am passing along a bit I found on Kryptonite bike locks. If you have one you might want to find an alternative after...
• Re: Missing key for water hookup
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Sun, 21 Nov 2004 20:52:10 -0600
  ...Steve Sandlin, registered locksmith http://www.steveslockshop.com
• Re: power door locks
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Thu, 16 Sep 2004 09:10:52 -0700
  I want to thank all of you that tyrying to help me with this problem.I still don't know what's wrong. Is...
• Re: Locks and keys
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 14 Sep 2006 13:08:04 -0400
  Work with Steve Sandlin. He's da man. You'd be hard pressed to find anyone that does as good a job or provides...
• Cutting VW keys -- Steve's Lock Shop?
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Mon, 5 May 2008 22:23:11 -0400
  ...Is Steve still cutting keys? Local locksmiths are next to useless -- insisted my 4 digit codes taken from the handles were incorrect. Didn't...
• Re: WTB Fridge Flue/vent:: David Lockshaw
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Wed, 26 Dec 2007 13:57:39 -0800
  ...Malcolm > > > > > > --- David Lockshaw <davidlockshaw@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > > > > > I'm in no hurry so ship it slow. > > > > > > David Lockshaw > > > 1445-B Prospect Ave. > > > Placentia, California...
• Re: Power Door Locks: Key Won't Turn Pass. Side Door Lock.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 25 Sep 2015 06:49:24 -0400
  ...Depending on why that might make all the locks except that one cycle endlessly, I think (not going to draw it out right now...
• Re: Brake locks up in reverse
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 May 2012 00:00:34 -0400
  ...Brake locks up in reverse >>>> >>>> Hi to all, >>>> I have no idea why, but when I put it in reverse it soon locks up...
• Re: CV Joint boots & Power Door locks
  Historical mailing list - Amanda Shank
  Sun, 26 Sep 2004 10:16:54 -0700
  ...CV Joint boots & Power Door locks The persons with insecurities list? Do you think they'd let me join? What if I'm not...
• AC, power door and power window problems
  Historical mailing list - Don Williams
  Fri, 29 Apr 2005 09:22:32 -0700
  ...The thought of trying to keep power door locks, power windows and air conditioning functional is overwhelming---I would have to have the work...
• Wanted:Late Model Body Parts
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 6 May 2000 09:17:50 -0700
  ...Rear Bumper (the black fiberglass versiion) Electric Mirrors, Switch and Wiring Harness (black) Electric Door Locks and associated wiring email tallsound@my-deja.com...
• Re: Rear hatch lock
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 10 Nov 2003 08:16:27 -0600
  I do have several of the early Vanagon hatch locks. I can also rekey the lock to match your existing key if you wish...
• FS: Vanagon Stuff
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Wed, 18 Feb 2004 21:05:38 -0800
  ...power window motors, power mirrors, power locks, Wolfy curtains, fiberglass trim pieces, engine stuff, lights, and more. Please have a look to see if...
• Re: Missing key for water hook up.....
  Historical mailing list - Sam Williams
  Sun, 21 Nov 2004 04:15:53 EST
  ...I removed the water filler and took it to a locksmith. He made one key for about 10 dollars and the spare was only...
• Sliding side window locks (1984)
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Fri, 8 Jul 2005 22:21:55 -0400
  I have tightened up on the set screw going up into the lock. The catch still will not hold. Looks like the channel in...
• Re: Rear hatch lock
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Fri, 1 Jul 2011 07:30:19 -0400
  ...The root of the problem is probably that it is less worn out than your other locks, which are worn out the same amount...
• Re: differences between '86, to '89 westfalias???
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 18 Jul 1998 16:04:46 CDT
  ...it's in the Camper equipment and Options (power windows, power door locks, and so forth) that any differences will be found ... (from the...
• Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 21:00:50 -0600
  Recently, there was a discussion on locking gas caps that, with the help of a locksmith, would work with the ignition key, as with...
• Steve's Lock Shoppe closed through Saturday
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Tue, 25 Jul 2000 18:47:18 -0500
  ...I will be out of town at a locksmith school until Sunday, so if there is anything you need help on, please let me...
• Re: Frozen locks
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:58:06 -0600
  In Alaska vehicles left out doors generally faired better on the locks issue. This was primarily because in the very dry air, eventually accumulated...