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• Re: 87 Central Locks
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 14:17:27 -0700
  ...87 Central Locks Thanks, I'll check it out... as for lockedness, just don't tell my newspaper editor wife or my english professor...
• Re: Gas Filler Tube Info Inquiry
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:38:42 -0700
  Sounds to me the like the piece that the cap screws or locks to, is worn out and rusted. It's secured by 3...
• Question about removing syncro speedo drive gear
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Fri, 7 May 2010 12:34:10 -0400
  ...The main thing we are dealing with is how to get the pin out that locks the gear in place. I appreciate any help...
• Re: 85 and 86 sliding doors same?
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Fri, 27 Feb 1998 19:47:50 EST
  In a message dated 98-02-27 17:24:59 EST, williamd@COMPUSERVE.COM writes: << Anyone know if the sliding doors (non-power locks...
• Lock box for Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 28 Feb 2000 18:27:54 -0600
  As a locksmith and Vanagon owner, I, too, had the same problem. I put a cam lock in the spare battery compartment behind the...
• designer storage
  Historical mailing list - James Karukas
  Wed, 8 Aug 2001 21:32:13 -0700
  ...Most have keyable numbered locks. Position w/lid on top for EZ access. Preferred brands include: Knoll, Herman Miller. ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO...
• How hard is it to get all the doors off? Is it worth doing to paint them?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sat, 9 Jul 2005 12:16:52 -0400
  ...like I have to worry aout are the front speakers and the rear defrost (I don't have power locks or power windows). Chris
• Re: Electric Locks clicking and clicking and clicking
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Mon, 3 Jun 2002 21:13:36 +0200
  ...As they are rather expensive, and not easy to find used, this was my solution for both front door locks. It took several hours...
• Re: rekeying the locks - where to buy the tabs
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 1 Nov 2014 16:31:47 -0500
  I have hundreds. Let me know what you need. Jim > On Nov 1, 2014, at 3:18 PM, Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> wrote...
• Re: Vanagon key rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 7 Dec 2011 19:14:51 -0800
  ...12-06, at 7:08 PM, BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > >> I rekeyed all of their locks to work on a single key
• wanted: hard case to fit in luggage compartment
  Historical mailing list - Emmett Bearden
  Mon, 29 Jun 1998 09:56:42 -0400
  ...I would prefer that it locks or has a hasp so that I can put a padlock on it. Does such a beast exist...
• Wanted: Water tank key
  Historical mailing list - Mark Rissman
  Mon, 1 May 2000 15:31:06 -0700
  ...Your local locksmith can make a new key. It was not expensive. I would have to go back in my records, but it was...
• Re: Roadside Insurance Question
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Mon, 22 May 2000 20:26:19 -0400
  AAA Plus gets you 100 miles towing free, locksmith service, and a few other goodies over regular AAA. It's also not cheap. However...
• Re: WTB: Sliding Door handle
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Mon, 16 Sep 2002 16:16:47 -0400
  > The locksmith everybody (the list) recommends is Steve's Lock > Shop, in TX. Here's the link: http://www.steveslockshop.com/ As a satisfied...
• Beautiful '88 Westy for sale
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Thu, 20 Mar 2003 20:06:34 -0800
  ...Non-power windows and locks, but has power mirrors. I've looked over it for him, and have repaired anything it needed, so it...
• AutoLock product? Anyone use it? If so which model?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Mon, 4 Aug 2003 21:21:40 -0400
  Hey everyone, I was just wondering if anyone is using this product called the autolock? It locks the brake pedal in position so it...
• Re: 5 or 6 hours in LA, CA what would you do?
  Historical mailing list - Jason Kirk
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 23:37:04 -0700
  Make sure my door locks worked properly and brush up on my Spanish. Jason > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
• Re: Brake locks up in reverse
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 27 May 2012 21:48:20 -0700
  ...Brake locks up in reverse >>>>>> >>>>>> Hi to all, >>>>>> I have no idea why, but when I put it in reverse it soon locks up...
• Diff Locking Questions and Trip Report
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  18 Sep 1995 11:42:11 EST
  ...Alternatively, the one switch should operate all installed diff locks, and either (2) only one of my lights/diff locks is working and I...
• Shuddering clutch
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Thu, 22 Dec 2016 12:18:29 -0800
  ...The engine was saved by the towing unit, but the rear hatch was hit and the area where it locks was pushed in bad...
• 2 green marks on rear springs?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sun, 21 Jan 2007 21:30:26 -0800
  My friend pulled the springs out of his 89 Wolfsburg passenger van, kind of like a Carat with flip up table, power locks, jumpseats...
• Re: Parting out 1991 Carat/Multivan
  Historical mailing list - THOMAS CARRINGTON
  06 Apr 1995 17:59:17 GMT
  ...Alloy wheels, power locks, windows,mirrors. Auto Trans interior >>components etc. >>Vehicle has 53K miles. Ground effect (fiberglass bumpers) . All parts except >>motor are...
• Re: FS: 87 Vanagon, GL, Wolfsburg, Weekender
  Historical mailing list - Bobby K. Winter
  Fri, 02 May 1997 23:24:18 -0500
  ...miles, blue metalic paint, 2.1 engine, 4 speed, > Power Steering,locks and mirows > AC newly rebuilt, rebuilt clutch clyinders > New tires, belts, and...
• F.S. 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Ron Katz
  Mon, 6 Oct 1997 08:03:51 -0400
  ...Auto Trans., Air Cond., pwr windows and locks. New tires, battery, brakes, AM/FM/CD player. 100k miles. Runs great, no leaks. All camper...
• Re: FS Vanagons & Vanagon Parts in Kansas City
  Historical mailing list - Jon Christensen
  Mon, 24 Nov 1997 19:45:26 -0600
  ...Powr windows, doors & locks (I think). 140k miles $2700, will deal. email me for a phone# and more details. Jon Christensen /V\ Membership Coordinator...
• Re: Locating some cabinet Locks (and... is it a good idea?)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Wed, 7 Aug 2002 17:03:49 EDT
  As my Wife said about her Jeep: "There is nothing inside that is more valuable than the cloth top, so don't lock the...
• 91' Vanagon For Sale - Seattle
  Historical mailing list - David Thoresen
  Mon, 4 Nov 2002 08:13:35 -0800
  ...Tinted windows, alarm, remote locks (actuator needs replacing on passenger door) Reallly nice shape, new tires, excellent interior... needs new engine. Hate to sell...
• Re: Door lock solonoids
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Tue, 25 Mar 2003 11:11:12 -0800
  Mine has remote door locks so it is definitely possible. William I just had an alarm put in my van (Viper) and was hopeing...
• Re: How to remove WBS crank pulley
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 WBXs
  Sat, 29 Mar 2003 20:27:33 +0000
  Hi Bob, I have the 3-piece VW tool #3149 that locks the front pulley through the two holes in the front pulley face...
• ETKA on XP-still not working
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Thu, 24 Apr 2003 01:21:40 +0000
  ...If I try to install hardlock.exe, that's what it does, locks the computer. Any thoughts? Thanks again.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV...
• Sliding Window Latch
  Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
  Wed, 30 Mar 2005 14:35:23 -0800
  ...There is a problem with the way it locks(or does not) and I want to work with it a bit. I think there...
• need door lock actuator part# & source
  Historical mailing list - Adam Behle
  Wed, 16 Mar 2005 19:04:25 -0800
  ...dealer only item? Maybe it's time to ditch the door locks and go the chivalrous route of opening the door for my lovely...
• Re: Glove Box key
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 21 Oct 2013 06:52:45 -0500
  ...We generate keys for these locks on a frequent basis. We can either make a key for yours or do a swap where we...
• Re: rear hatch lock failed locked...
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 22 Mar 2014 09:28:59 -0600
  ...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: Correct refilling of cooling system
  Historical mailing list - Ken Olsen
  Sat, 6 Nov 2010 00:41:45 -0400
  ...front end elevated to try and rid the system of air locks. > I just recently went through this. It may not be the "correct...
• slider door power lock 86-91
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:43:39 -0700
  I have two vans, both with power locks that have the same issue. The slider door lock on the inside seemed to be spring...
• Re: How to Steal VW Vans Qu
  Historical mailing list - nick mcree
  Wed, 31 Aug 1994 14:33:39 -0500 (CDT)
  ...My vent windows don't even *have* locks! I guess putting off the bodywork and paint job wasn't such a bad idea, after...
• Re: Speakin' of brakes
  Historical mailing list - Dean Paul Karpowicz
  Fri, 20 Jan 1995 13:48:01 -0600 (CST)
  ...The emergency brake handle only moves 2-3 clicks now also. Locks up good and tight on hills. I got the wheel cyls and...
• Too Many Syncros - For Sale
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Nov 1995 13:34:59 -0500
  ...Power door locks, factory radio. Emission certified in NM. Good busses, just too many cars.
• Re: $58 vanagon lugnuts with locks vs $179 VW lugnuts-bolts
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 17:19:18 EST
  I don't see the need to go to the trouble of putting studs on the front (how did you do that anyway?). I...
• Door handles needed
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Sat, 1 Feb 2003 18:17:38 -0500
  ...The last pair of these I bought online fit all of these categories, and now I find myself once again without functioning door locks...
• Re: When Is A Project Finished?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 17 Aug 2004 21:23:04 +1200
  ...Power steering ;-) To add to my huge list of modifications-to-do, I am thinking of trashing the entire lot of halfassed locks & doorhandles...
• Re: Radiator removal
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 29 Aug 2006 18:52:02 -0700
  ...of old brass keys (12 years worth of scraps as a locksmith) and walked away with $1500, but hey, $30 is $30... -- John Bange...
• Re: idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 00:22:34 EST
  ...so,before I take channel locks to them and > probally shatter old plastic,does anyone have a method? thanks,Mike > carefully press the wire...
• Re: Microbus Concept in Production says this website...
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 25 Oct 2006 17:12:16 -0400
  ...We want power everything.Can you imagin power windows in a microbus ? How bout power door locks? If VW wants to really make a...
• 1991 Carat w/SmallCar Subie Conversion -
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 10 Dec 2023 23:39:44 -0600
  ...New Mercedes front spindle locks New front shocks (KYB) New electric window motors. New front door window seals New Headlight switch New front door...
• Re: Electric locks.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 22 Aug 2023 22:48:43 -0500
  ...John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> I have replaced the electric locks on my 1991 Carat with the green ones >> from Van Cafe. Installed...
• Re: Fuel filler cap stuck
  Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
  Thu, 22 Jan 2015 13:50:32 -0800
  ...gas cap used the same key as the rest of the locks > it is common for the gas cap to have been replaced with...
• 93 EV For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Elizabeth Shostak
  Mon, 13 Oct 1997 11:42:20 +0000
  1993 EV GL, 5 speed, automatic windows, automatic door locks, front and rear air conditioning, heated automatic mirrors, stereo cassette, cruise control, front and...
• FS 93 Euro Van MV
  Historical mailing list - Bill Keating
  Thu, 18 Dec 1997 11:58:58 -0800
  ...POP TOP 93 Volkswagen Euro Van MV, Power windows & Locks, Frig, Sleeps 4 $10,988 Smicklas Chevrolet 405-943-8753 Now you know what...
• HELP!!! Electric Problem
  Historical mailing list - Vantaztik
  Sun, 7 Dec 1997 13:31:12 EST
  ...We have had problems with electric door locks for a while. Please help!!! Thank you, Zoe Ann & Roger Banker '87 Vanagon GL Syncro AdventureWagen
• FS: 87 Vanagon GL Syncro Westie in Oregon (again)
  Historical mailing list - Brent Michael Gardner
  Sat, 9 Jan 1999 11:09:51 -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...
• 1991 Westy Multivan for Sale
  Historical mailing list - bob tickle
  Sun, 21 May 2000 21:56:40 -0400
  ...1991 Westfalia Vanagon Multivan 103K miles Rebuilt automatic trans at 98K AC, PB, PS, Power Windows & Locks Wide alloy wheels New shocks & tires Burgundy...
• '87 Syncro For Sale - Not Mine!
  Historical mailing list - Andrew G. Martin
  Wed, 9 Jan 2002 13:38:11 -0800
  ...Power mirrors, locks, windows. Spot and seam rust but not excessive. Tires fair but NOT equal wear on each. Odometer says 115K but sign...
• Re: Replacing driver's door wiring
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Fri, 18 Mar 2005 15:55:40 -0800
  >I've concluded that the time has come to replace all of the wires running >through the >driver's door (windows, speaker, locks, and...
• Re: gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 13 Dec 2005 23:16:18 -0500
  ...then get a spray can of that stuff that's used to unfreeze door locks and give it a try. Mike Jeff Gellman wrote...
• CV Joint boots & Power Door locks
  Historical mailing list - James Lowe
  Sat, 25 Sep 2004 22:03:24 -0700
  ...One of my first projects was to fix the power door locks. None of them worked. The only glimmer of hope that I had...
• Re: Newer Vanagon Technology in older Vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:06:57 -0700
  ...As an aside, power door locks would be cool, too, > for with the safety of the drivers side door lock > refusing to lock while...
• Re: westy H2O-tank key?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Jul 94 12:45:04 PDT
  ...I took the lock barrel to a locksmith and had two keys cut for ~$5-7. The locksmith recognised the lock immediately, suspicious eh...
• Re: key codes?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Sat, 4 Nov 2000 08:22:20 -0500
  ...Take that number and the handle to a locksmith, not a hardware store, and they can cut a key from that. Make sure you...