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• Re: Water Tank Keys
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 1 May 2000 22:20:49 -0500
  ...Most any good locksmith should be able to generate a key for it. I charge $17 retail for this, with a discount to list...
• Re: Key/Lock issues
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 20:40:35 +0200
  Robert Lilley wrote: > My 1988 Wolfsburg came with four keys. > > 2 for all locks but glove box: ignition, all doors and gas cap. Syncro...
• 1987 GL question
  Historical mailing list - Jennifer Ravary
  Wed, 30 Apr 2003 09:17:50 -0400
  ...AC works, power locks do not. Cloth seats, pretty good shape. Two owners, both known to me. It is running well and there is...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 25 Jan 2006 - Special issue (#2006-61)
  Historical mailing list - Oliver Gruber
  Thu, 26 Jan 2006 00:26:58 -0500
  Hi all, I've been looking for a write-up on the central locking system and how to fix the locks in my van...
• FS: '89 vanagon Carat $2500
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 9 Mar 2007 09:57:33 EST
  ...has power mirrors, power windows, cruise, power locks, jumpseats, alloy wheels, fiberglass bodykit, weekender sofabed and table, etc.. clean van, clean interior.. no rust...
• Re: keys
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 17:13:54 -0800
  ...Later Vanagons and Syncros used the ignition >key, and used the same wafer positioning and geometry as other Vanagon >locks. In many cases, the...
• Re: [Syncro] Front diff lock light not blinking
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 12:33:27 +0200
  ...Still, the locks work, all controlled by the switches. Both locks engage, you have to drive it to engage them, and I can without...
• Re: (no subject)
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Thu, 10 Jul 1997 09:43:12 -0400
  Mark Rokus wrote: > Does anyone have a source of replacement locks for a '84 vanagon? > Reguardless of how much Kroil I put in mine...
• Re: Power-door luck
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 06:58:40 -0400
  The Bentley manual shows that for ALL YEARS that power locks only ever had three wires -- brown, white, and yellow. Too bad there wasn...
• Re: Brake locks up in reverse
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 26 May 2012 20:19:54 -0500
  ...Brake locks up in reverse >>> >>> Hi to all, >>> I have no idea why, but when I put it in reverse it soon locks up...
• FREE parts in San Francisco tomorrow morning only
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Sun, 17 Nov 2013 21:47:06 -0800
  ...Still good doors, locks, dash, blue seats with armrests. Free for the taking. No rust. Just smashed badly on the left side. BenT sent...
• Re: door vs. ignition keying
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 18:23:47 -0700
  ...ve always just gotten key codes from the usual third-party locksmith code publishers. Never occurred to me VW had a manual... though it...
• sliding door lock
  Historical mailing list - David Klein
  Thu, 8 Oct 2009 13:07:51 -0600
  Hi, My sliding door locks by itself every-time you close the door. It has progressively gotten worse for the pass 5 months. Going...
• Re: replacing water tank key
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 5 May 1999 11:43:54 -0700
  ...Alternatively, remove the entire assembly from the side of the van (easy to do) and take it to a locksmith. They can make you...
• Re: Complete lock set $75
  Historical mailing list - Grant Holst
  Mon, 27 Mar 2000 11:21:13 -0800
  ...Could be a deal for > someone with non-matching or faulty locks. > > Here's the link: > > http://www.wolfsport.com/joe/joe.htm#vanlock...
• Pwer lock lube?
  Historical mailing list - Oliver Balson
  Mon, 21 Mar 2005 14:53:24 -0500
  ...The power locks all work but they make a loud noise like they need some oil (like a faint creaky door). Anyone have any...
• Re: Key questions answered
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Wed, 28 Sep 2016 08:23:21 -0300
  ...A key can be made for the lock, but there are no code numbers on the locks. > > Feel free to email me if further...
• Re: For you paddlers--a petition
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Fri, 14 Sep 2012 08:35:52 -0500
  ...The link is <http://www.change.org/petitions/alabama-scenic-river-trail-push-back-against-closing-alabama-river-locks-to-recreational-traffic> > > Sent from...
• Re: Frozen locks
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:20:01 -0500
  ...Alcohol is what's called for when unfreezing > locks, because it completely evaporates. You can buy small tubes > designed exactly for that purpose (sometimes...
• Re: sliding door handle
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Tue, 15 Sep 2015 14:15:50 -0700
  ...Or give them to a locksmith, if you can't do it yourself. BenT sent from my electronic leash > On Sep 15, 2015, at...
• Alarm system and power door locks
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:43:52 -0700
  Just searched the archives and there is nothing useful on adding this to an '85 non-power anything, at least in the past two...
• 1990 4WD Westy for sale
  Historical mailing list - Richard Angelini
  Mon, 25 Aug 1997 09:49:39 -0700
  *** Reno Nevada Another GREAT condition Vanagon Westy camper for sale *** 1990 4WD, pwr win, pwr locks, pwr mirrors, cruise ctrl, air, burgandy color Really...
• Re: Water filler lock and key for an '84
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 11:52:22 EST
  Had to make a key for mine too, but my locksmith charged me $20 w/the extra key. THEN the next day while looking...
• Heidelburg radio questions- Nazi plot????
  Historical mailing list - brian M.
  Sat, 27 Sep 2003 13:21:56 -0700
  ...then while you are listening- it decides your stealing it,and locks itself out!! Whats up with that??? I have tried the recode procedure...
• Suggestions for removing locking gas cap w/o key
  Historical mailing list - Conrad Klahn
  Sat, 17 Sep 2005 22:06:58 -0500
  ...I have no problem pulling the locks, but need suggestions for removing a locking gas cap w/o the key. Conrad
• Re: Vgon Locking gas cap - I hate it!!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:14:12 -0500
  ...It'll just look like it locks. Mike Old Volks Home wrote: > I have a Metal cap on my GL and the later Plastic...
• Re: Beside myself!
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:55:01 -0800
  Can't you just run down to a locksmith with your VIN (w/proof of ownership) and have them make up a key from...
• Re: How to get the tumbler out of a lock mechanism?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 1 Feb 2012 18:05:41 -0800
  ...Then try the key in the door locks - I think you'll find that most of the time the key will work fine in...
• Re: Defiant power door locks
  Historical mailing list - A & C Grobey
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 13:25:48 -0700
  ---Fellow 'listers, I have a "new" '89 Westy GL with power locks. My problem d'jour is that the driver's door lock won...
• 1989 Vanagon syncro
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Gates
  Thu, 3 Jun 2010 17:35:18 -0700
  ...Elec windows Elec door locks Center console Folding table Extra Jump seat Folding bed Rear tire carrier Trailer hitch 16� wheels and tires (5...
• rear hatch lock extension
  Historical mailing list - azsun99
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:01:55 -0700
  ...the latch and allows you to leave the hatch open a few inches for ventilation and locks in that position with the key. Jerry
• '90 Weekender - What's it worth
  Historical mailing list - Bo Kersey
  Wed, 15 May 1996 13:46:33 -0500
  ...Automatic 78k miles Original Owner Complete Service Records Has the rear facing seats Has VW alloy wheels Has power windows/door locks Thanks in...
• door-lock problem
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Dec 1995 14:53:58 -0800
  ...When I lock it, from inside or outside, it locks fine. However, I can't open it with the key from the outside! If...
• Re: Current Prices on Mint Westy in Pac NW?
  Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
  Sun, 26 Jan 2003 17:37:09 -0800
  I paid $11,500 for a '90 w/95k on it, same as yours, no power window/locks, a year ago. There is an...
• Re: A war is brewing...
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 7 Mar 2003 19:53:13 -0500
  ...just slightly warmer! We will save precious energy > using our power locks and windows! To battle!!! Meanwhile, us diesel owners will be making guerilla...
• Key blank for Westy water cap
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sat, 14 Jun 2008 13:30:57 -0400
  ...The locksmith couldn't match it to a blank, so I can't get a spare. If you have a key for yours, and...
• Re: break-ins was Re: Alarm choices: was Today somebody got into my van
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Wed, 4 May 2011 13:32:19 -0700
  ...A westy can be outfitted with cabinet locks on all the cabinets. Foils the casual theif. Nothing here to steal folks, move along. Many...
• Re: door lock service
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:37:52 -0800
  ...in on the recommended maintenance for 85 westy door locks? Should I pull the locks, soak in solvent and then lube in some way...
• Re: Reasonable source for parts [2]
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 09 Jun 95 09:05:14 PDT
  ...When I open the rear hatch the pvc locks it open. Works great and you get a good workout lifting that heavy hatch at...
• Vanagon and Westfalia owners
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 May 1996 18:23:16 GMT
  ...Holds two mountain bikes and has built in locks for bikes and rack is locked to van. Make me an offer via email pilot...
• Re: 95 Eurobago sliding door
  Historical mailing list - Stan Dur
  Thu, 9 Oct 1997 06:43:42 +0400
  ...The installer tried to rig it to activate the door locks. He crossed some wires, and the door lock mechanism went haywire. He returned...
• Re: Childish question
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 21 Jul 1999 02:35:18 +0200
  HEY! I can make the tires on my 87 Syncro chirp (shortly), and I dont use the diff locks either! Pull the steering all...
• Fwd: Me Too: Remote control door unlocking?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Heissenbuttel
  Tue, 27 Jan 2004 15:03:41 -0800
  This assumes you have power locks. My 83.5 Westy did not. Going this route you would also have to install door actuators. Here...
• Re: WTB - Westy - no rust - with power windows, locks and mirrors. Interior ...
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 18 May 2004 17:05:54 EDT
  In a message dated 5/18/04 3:37:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time, killer_jupiter@HOTMAIL.COM writes: > 87's are a dime...
• Model Year Changes
  Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
  Tue, 13 Mar 2007 18:16:29 -0400
  ...Westfalias? I seem to remember that the power windows and door locks were optional in '89 but became standard in '90? Anything else like...
• Re: Door handle/lock changing question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:07:57 -0600
  ...Then you can simply match > the wafers to re-key any of the other locks to the same key. > > If you only want to...
• Power Door Locks: Key Won't Turn Pass. Side Door Lock.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 23 Sep 2015 13:24:26 -0700
  ...Understandably so, turning key in driver side door causes locks to unlock, then lock. This has happened before. I've cleaned and lubed the...
• Re: 87 Westy needs new power locks
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 14 May 1997 13:28:02 -0600
  ...first, when I gave it a good washing one day, the locks started going up and down, up and down! This went on for...
• Re: Electric locks.
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 22 Aug 2023 20:46:23 -0700
  ...On Tue, Aug 22, 2023 at 8:19 PM John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote: > I have replaced the electric locks on my 1991...
• Re: rear hatch lock failed locked...
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:24:12 -0500
  ...Fixed that by > removing the power lock actuator on that door. > The remaining power locks sometimes continued to work when I would > lock the...
• Re: Eurovan Central Locking
  Historical mailing list - William A. Killian
  Mon, 25 Nov 1996 12:07:36 -0500 (EST)
  > My 1995 EV-Winne has developed the irritating habit > of cycling its power door locks locked/unlocked > continually when the weather is wet. This...
• front brake hoses too short?
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Sat, 2 Aug 2014 17:11:47 -0400
  ...hoses are too tight when the steering wheel is at its locks. Pictures here (first is with wheels straight; second is with steering wheel...
• FS 1990 Westy - Utah
  Historical mailing list - T and RMB
  Fri, 9 Apr 1999 23:08:44 -0600
  ...A/C, power locks and windows. 120k with new clutch, new brakes and head gaskets done. We are selling our van to purchase a...
• Re: 50MPH on snow.
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sat, 18 Sep 1999 17:11:20 +0200
  ...If one wheel locks, the other three will follow, and you will slide as fast as you never thought was possible. BTDT :-) PerL 87...
• FOR SALE: 1991 VW Westfalia Vanagon Camper
  Historical mailing list - Gail S. Todd
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 13:56:18 -0500
  ...Power windows and door locks. Moon roof. Luggage rack. Asking $12,500 (obo)
• Re: ?? How to Remove Front Vent Latch ??
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Sun, 8 Apr 2001 10:28:13 EDT
  All this talk of window swapping and locks got me thinking about something I have yet to figure out: how is the pivot for...
• Re: Help with hookups on side of Westfalia.
  Historical mailing list - Sam Williams
  Thu, 1 Jan 2004 21:06:42 EST
  ...I took the complete assembly to a locksmith and he made me two keys. the ones that he made are small metal keys looking...
• Vanagon KEYS
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 09:30:42 -0500
  ...I was thinking now that it would be cool to re-key all my Vanagon locks to use one key! Eric
• Re: changing the lock on outside door handle-easy, hard, or impossible?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Tue, 14 Mar 2006 22:57:01 -0600
  ...an entire handle replacement that matches your keys from Steve's Lockshop in Texas, then send him your old one after you swap it...
• Re: Keeping things from freezing shut
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:22:23 -0900
  ...My wifes 2003 Passat 4motion Wagon lives in our two car garage and has never had problems with frozen locks, doors, or windows. My...