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• Electrical Crimp Connectors - How-to Video
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Wed, 1 Sep 2010 15:57:19 -0700
  Electrical crimp connectors seem to be a common discussion topic. Here's a good video regarding the same - <http://www.eaavideo.org/video.aspx...
• Re: Is there such a tool?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:03:47 -0500
  While cleaning the connectors seems (at first) to be the easiest idea. It may not be the best idea. You can get very fine...
• Re: Temp 2 sender connectors
  Historical mailing list - David Hally
  Wed, 2 May 2007 12:52:28 -0700
  Do a Google for "Bosch FI Connectors". I found a source for just the terminals, but they have them with wires, spare plugs, boots...
• Re: I could use a little help
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 1 Jun 2010 18:48:31 -0700
  ...High amperage connectors for jumpers, etc. Several of the the links provided show Anderson Powerpole connectors. An good source here: http://www.powerwerx.com...
• Re: www.vintageconnections.com RACHET crimper/ was Re: right side headlight wont power up ..new relay kit 2 mths ago ...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Tue, 29 May 2007 06:39:45 -0700
  ...If I remember correctly I spend around $120 including the tool, case et Email him and explain you need more VW automotive style connectors...
• 5/16" space connectots for the head lights
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Tue, 22 May 2007 15:05:51 -0700
  I duuno none of the so called FLAP here in Vic BC have the 5/16" female spade connectors with that tab that keeps...
• Re: 2.1L Wiring Harness
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Mon, 19 Jan 2004 18:59:23 -0500
  ...http://www.eagleday.com/ampconnectors.html the connectors are also available at the dealer. jonathan On Mon, 19 Jan 2004, Joe wrote: > Hello All...
• Need Chrome Window Weatherstripping Connectors
  Historical mailing list - karen d
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 20:40:37 -0800
  Anyone parting the 1 1/2 inch chrome connectors on drivers/passenger windows that holds outside weatherstiping in place? _________________________________________________________________ Check out Election 2004 for...
• Re: Fuse Block Connectors
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Fri, 21 Mar 1997 23:12:27 -0500
  >I'm looking for a source for the round socket/pin type connectors used in >Vanagon wiring harness's that connect to the fuse...
• Re: Is there such a too?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 22 Nov 2007 19:57:28 -0500
  Here's a good source for both the crimper and the connectors: http://www.vintageconnections.com/ Mike Mike Collum wrote: > I replace the female...
• Re: Heatshrink wire connectors
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Mon, 7 Oct 2013 16:57:13 -0400
  I am always dubious of any connectors from HF, but I can definitely vouch for the quality of the 3M connectors if used properly...
• Re: Strange clock display
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:58:48 -0800
  ...style connectors.� These connectors are round and each one can hold many wires.� Quite a few�ground wirres attach to these two connectors.� These...
• Cause of corroded fuel injection electrical connectors
  Historical mailing list - shawn luft
  Sun, 13 Apr 2003 21:51:01 -0400
  On my new '86 GL the rear fuel injection electrical connectors on the left and right side are extremely corroded. There is even some...
• Re: Need Chrome Window Weatherstripping Connectors
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Nov 2004 00:08:48 EST
  ...HOTMAIL.COM writes: > Anyone parting the 1 1/2 inch chrome connectors on drivers/passenger > windows > that holds outside weatherstiping in place? > > yea i...
• Connectors for Fuel and Ignition wiring harness Digijet 83.5 - 85
  Historical mailing list - Bergin, Richard
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 13:18:27 -0800
  ...Are all or most of connectors available "new" ?
• Re: Electrical connectors
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Fri, 11 Mar 2022 22:18:18 +0100
  ...Regards Raimund Am 11.03.2022 um 18:48 schrieb Tom C: > Does anyone know where to get the electrical connectors that go into...
• Re: Ground connector part number?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Mon, 27 Jun 2005 11:57:33 -0400
  ...If i'm not mistaken >they are, among others things, ground connectors for the headlamp. > >I also heard that the same ground connectors are...
• Re: Bosch ECU connectors
  Historical mailing list - John
  Thu, 7 Oct 1999 19:09:32 -0400
  ...What is the designation of these connectors, and where can I find them? > > TIA/Roger > Roger Bowman - bowmanrp@ earthlink.net > Live Smart. Think for...
• Re: Solar Panel outdoor electrical connect
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Fri, 1 Jul 2011 11:12:15 -0800
  ...I don't believe their connectors are waterproof. I may opt to use a little bit of heat shrink tape where the wire enters...
• Re: Power mirror tips (long)...
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 24 Jul 2001 02:44:19 EDT
  ...i just snipped off the connectors and crimped on some male/female push on connectors from radio shak, etc. when i mounted these on...
• Re: Headlight improvements IMHO
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 09:21:13 -0800
  ...I found that the H4 connectors that are sold at the FLAPS are less robust (smaller wires and less substantial contacts) than the stock...
• Re: plugging heater hoses
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Snook
  Tue, 1 Sep 2009 16:03:05 -0700
  Thanks for all the replies! I'll get the connectors and just take the T's completely out. Meanwhile, I'm thinking I should...
• Re: Heat shrink connectors with solder ring in the middle. Tried 'em
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Mon, 20 May 2019 10:52:32 -0500
  ...just one of many choices. < https://www.amazon.com/Kuject-Connectors-Waterproof-Electrical-Automotive/dp/B073RMRCC3/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1T97WRUB19CTU&keywords=heat...
• Fuse Block Connectors
  Historical mailing list - Timothy Hannink
  Thu, 20 Mar 97 18:15:24 UT
  I'm looking for a source for the round socket/pin type connectors used in Vanagon wiring harness's that connect to the fuse...
• bosch female push on connectors
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Thu, 29 Sep 2005 11:50:55 -0400
  Hi all, Does anyone know of a source for the Bosch female push on connectors that are used in the engine compartment fuel injection...
• Re: Ignition cutout on 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Thu, 6 Nov 2003 14:01:11 -0500
  ...Loose plug in the engine compartment, left side, front black box with round connectors, one of the round connectors had a loose wire. Check...
• Cleaning corroded connectors
  Historical mailing list - shawn luft
  Sat, 12 Apr 2003 18:31:33 -0400
  Lots of my various electrical connectors are rusting up or gathering gunk inside. The male end is easy to sand down for cleaning, however...
• Re: Bosch ECU connectors
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 7 Oct 1999 11:24:50 -0500
  ...If you do find a source for cheap breakout connectors please let me know. ----- Original Message ----- From: Roger Bowman <bowmanrp@EARTHLINK.NET> To: <vanagon...
• Re: Soldered Connections
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 11:50:47 -0500
  ...I replied, yes but they all look like aluminum to me. > He replied back, that most connectors these days are copper coated with tin...
• Crimp connectors and the real world
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 06:26:06 -0600
  I would not suggest using any kind of crimp connectors on a headlamp connection. Been replacing them on the hoods of Mack Trucks for...
• Re: '85 Oil Light/Thermostat Questions
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Mon, 15 Jan 2007 14:08:55 -0500
  ...I ended up crimping new connectors on everyone. Some connectors have two wires. These I split up. Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m.com/
• Re: Vanagon gl Headlights
  Historical mailing list - "Dave Bayer (by way of \"Carrington, Tom\" )"
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 16:13:18 -0400
  ...A regular blade fuse actually perfectly bridges those connectors. dave
• AC electrical connectors
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Sep 2015 15:33:35 -0500
  I'm trying to remove my inop AC compressor but cannot get the two wire connectors apart. They are factory originals. Don't want...
• Re: Electrical Connector dust boots
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:43:39 -0400
  ...http://www.eagleday.com/ampconnectors.html http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinestore/connectors/housings.php
• Re: nearly embarassing non-newbie newbie rear hatch lock question
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 2 Sep 2006 12:08:11 -0400
  ...If you suspect broken wires in a system or circut,always start looking for the break near the connectors, as opposed to the long...
• CORRODED WIRE CONNECTORS
  Historical mailing list - mccullough bob
  Mon, 18 Mar 2019 20:41:31 -0500
  ...In the engine bay on the firewall about where the Tstat tower is, there are two yellow single wire connectors coming out of the...
• Re: Solar Panel Mount -Flexible Panels?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 2 May 2010 08:02:04 -0700
  ...And all connectors are sets of Anderson Powerpoles. You can find a lot of info on the Anderson connectors and the wire I'm...
• Re: oem open barrel style connectors
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Fri, 24 Aug 2018 13:51:48 -0700
  Look on Samba, the same guy that sells the headlight and starters relay kits can supply you any of the open barrel connectors you...
• Re: Cleaning contacts/Oil light buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 17:00:24 +0000
  ...connect the spade connectors, slide the tube over the connectors, Heat and seal. If you need to access the connection, just cut the tubing...
• Re: Electrical Math Check Please? (Westy Solar Panel)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 8 Aug 2013 15:53:52 -0400
  ...Weather-sealed connectors for PV panels. Do not disconnect under load. You might look into the Cable Clam http://www.bluesea.com/products/category...
• SOLDERED CONNECTIONS
  Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
  Sun, 31 Jan 1999 16:37:55 -0500
  ...I buy ALL my typical connectors from a "aluminum/copper/steel" yard. They have the "crimp-on" connectors in five gallon buckets. When one...
• Re: cheap source for 12V SAE connectors for solar panels?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 9 Dec 2012 12:10:56 -0700
  ...2 pin SAE connectors DuckDuckgo finds these: http://www.sae2pin.com <http://www.ebay.com/sch/items/?_nkw=sae+2+pin+connector&_sacat=&_ex...
• 1985 Vanagon - no start ?
  Historical mailing list - AAG - Larry Word
  Sat, 1 Apr 2006 11:12:29 -0500
  ...Original - 4 main male connectors and two smaller male connectors: "P" and "S".... New - 4 main male connectors but no "P" or "S"...... What...
• Re: A Current Question
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:30:20 -0500
  I have something similar but I'm using the 70amp powerpole connectors On Nov 13, 2009, at 9:10 PM, John Meeks wrote: > Hi...
• Rear marker lights.
  Historical mailing list - none
  Wed, 25 Jul 2001 08:45:52 -0700
  I just took off my rear markers to replace the bulbs and found the connectors were all crumbly w/ rust. I spliced in new...
• Bosch injection fittings was: '81 Air cooled fuel injection control unit cable
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Sat, 4 Dec 1999 08:52:44 -0800
  ...I need to replace connectors on my cable--thermo time >switch and cold start valve ones have cracked--FLAPS said they are not >available...
• re: '86 on driving lights - 100w
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 3 Mar 1996 10:18:08 +0000
  ...Even with a relay for the 100w circuit, I melted two sets of bulb connectors before I finally gave up. I now have replaced...
• o2 sensor wire splicing
  Historical mailing list - Gary
  Tue, 25 Apr 2000 23:16:25 -0600
  Can I solder O2 sensor lead wires? Or should I use solderless crimp connectors? I know my pyrometer wire needs to be joined mechanically...
• Re: HIGH POWERED HEADLIGHT
  Historical mailing list - Mudd Sparrow
  Mon, 26 Jan 2015 11:57:05 -0800
  ...Don't know what to believe. >> >> >>> On Jan 26, 2015, at 10:52 AM, KIM BRENNAN <kimbrennan@MAC.COM> wrote: >>> >>> The connectors are designed...
• RE: short in headlight wiring ... somewhere
  Historical mailing list - Tom Ervolina
  Thu, 19 Jun 1997 13:26:38 -0400
  ...In my case, one of the ground connectors was quite rusty so I managed to clean it and all the connectors attached to it...
• Re: Wire connectors for relay blocks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 9 May 2016 13:22:14 -0700
  ...Are these connectors available > at local FLAPS, list vendors, or from VW dealers? Who supplies > electrical connectors for people that do true VW restorations...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 19:25:42 -0800
  ...Can HF connectors be that bad? Rob becida@comcast.net on the road BBB currently in Sonoma county California At 1/10/2011 06...
• Re: Rear marker lights.
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Wed, 25 Jul 2001 12:48:32 -0400
  ...Rear marker lights. >I just took off my rear markers to replace the bulbs and found the >connectors were all crumbly w/ rust. I...
• Re: Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 13:54:37 -0800
  ...They are often sold as Ford connectors or some such. They are not stocked in the same place as all the other spade connectors...
• Re: Temp 2 sender connectors
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Wed, 2 May 2007 11:09:12 -0300
  ...They have them, and they also have the little tool to get the wire/connectors out of the plastic connector, which is pretty basic...
• Re: Electrical Crimp Connectors - where to find ratcheting tool?
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:15:08 -0700
  ...here in Grand Rapids for the occasional user? George - > Electrical crimp connectors seem to > Here's a good video regarding the same - > <http://www...
• Cleaning contacts/Oil light buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Nathan Mc Blain
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 09:11:39 -0700
  After the coments recently about cleaning up corroded connectors, yesterday I did. Esp. the shielded not sealed ones that I havn't checked. Some...
• what is it
  Historical mailing list - ed donnen
  Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:17:18 -0400
  I did a check on my ground wires and general tightness on all electrical connectors today. Found three potential problems with the grounds and...
• Re: 90 Carat 50 amp fuse for A/C: Substitution Possiblities: Fixed-> Solution
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Thu, 25 Nov 1999 23:19:04 -0600
  ...3) Made up new fuse rig w/crimp on connectors mentioned above, ring connectors to terminals where old "wafer" style fuse went, spade ends...
• oops, more questions on O2 sensors
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Mon, 6 Jun 2005 21:16:53 -0600
  ...after-market, but it's whether I use the connectors I have or get an O2 sensor that comes with them. $100 is a...