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• Re: Shipping a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Thu, 3 Apr 2003 23:41:38 +0200
  ...1987 Golf Cabriolet 1991 Golf > > or you can tow it backwards on a wheel lift or tow dolly if the steering > wheel locks. > chris >
• Wire Harness for Auto-Lock System??
  Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
  Sat, 19 Apr 2003 09:06:01 -0700
  ...a '90 GL that has the power mirrors but not the locks? I'm thinking about picking up the parts to upgrade, but will...
• Re: an easy way to get your car stolen...READ...
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 20 Aug 2003 09:50:41 -0400
  ...Most older VW's would be pretty easy to get into with a slim jim or dent puller -- assuming your door locks work to...
• FS: 1990 Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Jasi Brar
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 10:39:14 -0400
  ...spare Interior is complete and original, all appliances work well Power locks are not working, the actuator on the drivers door needs repalcement. Please...
• anyone need a Bordeaux (burgundy) sliding door for 88-91 van?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 May 2004 16:34:47 EDT
  ...has PDL bracket, but can be used on a van with or without power locks. has mounting holes for the lower fiberglass cladding, so...
• Re: Unstick Lock Key Holes?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff & Jean-Marie Diebolt
  Mon, 28 Oct 1996 17:14:56 -0500
  ...I was told by a locksmith that VW uses heavy grease in their locks >and to just keep squirting WD-40 into them untill...
• Re: Arrrgh! Sliding door won't open!!!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 31 May 2013 21:19:27 -0700
  ...I even had the local (small town) locksmith out to take a look -he just scratched his head and said "duuuuh." No door, no...
• Re: Bike Racks
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Nugent
  3 May 1996 12:57:31 -0700
  ...One key locks the bike to the bike rack to the support rack which is locked to the van. I would personally recommend a...
• <syncro> front diff lock report
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Jul 1997 10:29:32 -0300 (ADT)
  Hi Syncronauts and all, Just a quick note on front diff locks. Finally drove mine with the lock working, after the homebrew install. Functions...
• Re: Makin keys
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Mon, 15 Nov 2004 13:53:31 -0800
  In the case of Vanagons, the "letter" the locksmith is looking for is sometimes not there on the door handle(s), but usually appears...
• Re: 15" wheels and locks
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 17:10:10 -0700
  ...There weren't any locks even if you wanted to lock 'em. The ancient massey-ferguson tractor had no key, just an on-off...
• Re: Where to get ignition key?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 09:29:49 -0400
  Assuming all locks are original, you can remove a front door handle and get the key code from one of the two tines of...
• Re: What the hell is going on ...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Thu, 7 Jun 2007 06:58:32 -0700
  ...Make sure front doors are closed when testing system...the locks don't work normally if either door is open. See what happens at...
• For sale 1990 VW Westfalia
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Dec 1997 09:36:57 -0500
  ...Power windows, mirrors and door locks. Alloy wheels. Air conditioning, Original VW Heidleberg AM?FM cassette stereo, Standard transmission. New heads and sealed by...
• Re: 83 Westy/Key for Water Tank
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 7 May 1999 08:08:32 -0400
  A locksmith is basically your only option. Keys for the '80-87 are no longer available off-the-shelf. - Ron Salmon The Bus Depot...
• Re: Powder coating door handles
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Sat, 20 Sep 2003 01:52:26 -0500
  ...During the time they are out, I rebuild the locks. I get pretty good pricing with the quantities I do, but would expect for...
• FW: latest problem.... the power door locks
  Historical mailing list - Bike Florida
  Thu, 12 Aug 2004 21:32:04 -0400
  Well after finishing my fuel pump, I got about 5 miles of trouble free driving. After parking and locking up, my passenger door will...
• Re: Alternative doorhandles from other VW models?
  Historical mailing list - Cory Sammons
  Thu, 23 Dec 2004 21:09:44 -0500
  ...If there is a real market for these out there, I mnay consider > having a locksmith key them alike. There are complete sets too...
• Heater repair
  Historical mailing list - Robert Clemmer
  Sun, 10 Jan 2016 15:36:08 -0500
  ...and find and repair the broken wire or the power door locks. Then on to draining the coolant and attacking the heater box. Certainly...
• Re: Rear hatch struts - heavy duty
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Wed, 21 Nov 2012 12:44:44 -0500
  ...3/4" PVC pipe cut to 8", rides the strut as you lift the hatch, then locks into place. ** Not responsible for bent and...
• Re: Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:11:58 -0700
  ...discussion on locking gas caps that, with the > help of a locksmith, would work with the ignition key, as with stock. > There was mention...
• Re: Bought Westy with no key for water filler receptacle
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Philbrick
  Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:21:24 -0600
  ...Lucky for me, there is a locksmith in Des Moines IA who was able to cut me a metal key from code (I think...
• 87 Westy in WestTennessee Reduced $ !
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 26 Jun 1997 21:09:47 -0400 (EDT)
  1987 VW Westy..new tires, brakes, Battery, Automatic Trans, PS , A/C , pwr windows /locks AM/FM/CD player..... All camper stuff, stove, sink...
• Rear hatch lock revisited
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Feldstein
  Thu, 29 May 1997 09:01:22 -0700
  ...My van is a '90 Westy with power door locks. I noticed if the front doors are locked the key will unlock the rear...
• FS: Tristar in Germany
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Jun 1997 12:07:21 +0100
  ...VW Doka Tri Star 14 Zoll Synchro two Diff Locks, dark green, 147.000 km ATM 30.000 km ATG 10.000 all extras...
• Syncro Non-camper forsale: Portland
  Historical mailing list - Markus Benne
  Thu, 1 Apr 1999 09:51:28 -0500
  ...1989 VOLKSWAGEN VANAGON SYNCRO 4-wheel drive, local, one owner, 100+, dual air, 5-speed, cd player, cruise control, power door locks, power windows...
• Re: key code help
  Historical mailing list - RTF_SSS
  Thu, 22 Mar 2001 08:36:04 -0600
  ...Steve Sandlin, Locksmith '84 Wolfsburg Westy '79 Transporter '00 New Beetle
• Re: WTB: Sliding Door handle
  Historical mailing list - Doug F
  Sat, 14 Sep 2002 22:36:02 -0400
  Andy, The locksmith everybody (the list) recommends is Steve's Lock Shop, in TX. Here's the link: http://www.steveslockshop.com/ Hope this...
• FS 1989 Vanagon Carat - Philly Area
  Historical mailing list - Samuel Scott
  Thu, 31 Oct 2002 16:45:32 EST
  ...Auto trans, A/C, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power locks, heated mirrors, cruise control, etc.� At 153K miles, it's running great...
• Re: Yakima Roof Rack Questions
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
  Sat, 21 Jun 2003 11:13:30 -0400
  ...Then just get some new handles and locks. If you need any of those parts let me know I have some laying around here...
• WTB Sliding Door Lock+Key or Whatever parts i need to fix
  Historical mailing list - P. Stanhope
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 17:00:34 -0800
  ...It still locks from the inside OK. The door opens and closes fine also. Thanks Phil 84' Westy __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free...
• Re: Steve Sandlin's lock co.
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Fri, 15 Sep 2006 10:01:35 -0500
  ...Keep trying to reach him as he is the best VW locksmith you will find and a heck of a nice guy. Budd Premack...
• Gas Filler Tube Info Inquiry
  Historical mailing list - Sam Conant
  Wed, 19 Sep 2007 22:51:30 +0000
  ...The edging which "locks" the gas cap in place, are almost rusted through, and I expect will break off in the next 1-3...
• Re: hatch lock stick(some vana content)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 15:44:54 -0600
  ...As you didn't mention problems withn any other locks, I'd bet on the corrosion. That generally requires disassembly of the lock, cleaning...
• Manual Tranny Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 7 Mar 2016 10:51:27 -0600
  ...Something popped last Saturday, and now every time it is put in 4th it locks up and can't be gotten out of fourth...
• Re: FREE parts in San Francisco tomorrow morning only
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Sun, 17 Nov 2013 21:54:34 -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...
• bike racks for sale (Nova Scotia) ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 16 May 96 22:11:40 CDT
  ...Holds two mountain bikes and has built in locks for bikes and rack is locked to van. Make me an offer via email pilot...
• For Sale to a Good Home 1995 EUROVAN
  Historical mailing list - T and RMB
  Sat, 23 May 1998 10:14:47 -0600
  ...fresh water tank - CB radio - towing package - fully screened - power locks, windows, seats, steering - very clean - one owner. Price $21,000. Helping the dad...
• Re: Keys.. Question
  Historical mailing list - unwind
  Wed, 21 Oct 1998 19:02:41 -0600
  ...SyncroGL.....Cynosure (slip&drip) > > rountree@planeteer.com Rob; I'm a *Locksmith*. Send em' out to me. Always Interested.......and my keyblank cross-reference...
• Viscous coupling
  Historical mailing list - MAINTTEC DUNBAR
  Sat, 26 Jun 1999 15:46:51 +0100
  ...The diff locks are definitely not on but you can feel the transmission tightening up. Are all syncro vanagons the same....mines always been...
• Paulchen Bike Rack Locks for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Mon, 9 Aug 1999 00:30:01 EDT
  I have 3 sets of frame lock kits for the Paulchen bike racks. The kits contain a brass German lock, 2 keys, plastic lock...
• Rekeying locks was WTB: Sliding Door handle
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 14 Sep 2002 22:18:41 -0700
  Steve Sandlin... Had his addy... don't now. Someone retitle this Rekeying and he'll pick up the thread. (done!) Else search the archives...
• Re: actuators for now power vans
  Historical mailing list - Matt Barclay
  Wed, 6 Jul 2005 12:50:24 -0700
  ...http://jupiter.okb-1.org/vanagon/power_locks.html On Tue, 5 Jul 2005, Chris Renz wrote: > From: Chris Renz <aircooledchris@EUCASAFARI.VENDIOWEB.COM...
• Re: Rear Hatch lock assembly
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 5 Mar 2007 13:32:30 -0800
  ...one I'd appreciate it. > > What is the list's own locksmith Steve-----------? And his web sight or > email > address. > > Thanx, > > Chris Snyder > -- Jake...
• Re: key
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 09:03:45 -0700
  ...everyone know that I can now do some limited work on locks and > keys. > Web site and shop phone are down right now. Use...
• Re: FS: NOS front door, sliding door, rear hatch, & ignition lock cylinder
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 17 Dec 2007 22:01:48 -0800
  ...handles w/o keys ($40 each) SOLD OUT 5 rear hatch locks w/ matching ignition lock w/ 2 keys each ($60 each set) THREE...
• RE: "DRY" DOOR LOCKS
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 27 Jul 1995 12:36:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I have a good friend who does >locks and speedometers. He says that you should NEVER EVER use >graphite on a speedometer cable. To...
• Re: What gauges do you have?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 9 Feb 2003 22:09:04 -0800
  My Syncro DoKa has a Volt and Oil Temp gauge installed in the plastic panel just below the diff locks. I will be relocating...
• Re: 1997 Volkswagen EuroVan CAMPER - flood damage
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sat, 20 Jun 2020 10:45:45 -0700
  ...Any suggestions about > reputable mechanics in Texas or Oklahoma? Transmission, A/C, cruise > control, door locks. Just a few tiny things. :) > Thanks for any...
• 87 Westy F.S. in Tennessee
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 19 Jun 1997 16:34:50 -0400 (EDT)
  ...1987 VW Westy..new tires, brakes, Automatic Trans, PS , A/C , pwr windows /locks AM/FM/CD player..... All camper stuff, stove, sink, water...
• FS 87 GL Houston Area
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Wed, 20 Aug 1997 20:09:37 -0500
  ...87GL, 4sp, 105K, 7 pass, Power:Steer/Brakes/Mirrors/Locks, A/C Blows very cold, alloy wheels, aftermarket AM/FM cassette. Orig red paint...
• fs: 91 Vanagon MV
  Historical mailing list - KBatzler
  Sat, 2 Jan 1999 19:18:00 -0800
  ...Very nice...pop top, power windows, locks, mirrors, rear air, etc. 4 speed manual transmission. Paradise Volkswagen. Asking $9000. I think it has 150...
• Re: interesting picture of south african syncro .. :)
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 30 Sep 1999 21:44:20 +0200
  ...up that little rise. ;) Why shouldn't he? With two diff locks, that rise there shouldn't stop him, I've done similar stuff...
• 1991 Vanagon Westfalia for sale
  Historical mailing list - Jim Perrin
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 11:05:21 EDT
  ...factory replacement engine, automatic transmission, power widows, power steering, power door locks, factory five-spoke alloy wheels, correct Michelain tires with very good tread...
• Re: FS: Set locks w/ keys: ignition, all handles & rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 17 Nov 2000 12:25:15 -0500
  > The last time I checked, The Bus Depot was selling a complete set like > this for about $90 brand new with keys. I bought...
• Electric Door Lock problem
  Historical mailing list - Barb and Scott Stothers
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 23:31:24 -0600
  ...Put the proper fuse in and when the key is turned in the drivers lock it appears if all locks cycle down to lock...
• driver's side power lock not working. Help!
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 07:38:17 -0500
  hELLO, oN MY 88, wHEN i PUT THE key in the driver's door to lock it, the locks go down, and immediately cycle...
• Re: Bumper repairs, fibreglass
  Historical mailing list - Ed Wiebe
  Sat, 15 Jul 2006 19:32:59 -0700
  ...In a separate post, I'll ask for assistance on how to troubleshoot an overactive electric door locking mechanism. ( It locks and promptly unlocks...
• Re: Interior Colors Query
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 4 Jan 2008 00:51:49 EST
  ...the same time the power door locks did. > > rear wiper became an option in '84. and the '85 GL's came with tan velour...
• Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:23:32 -0500
  ...a locksmith fixes jammed, broken and worn locks. If > the lock does not jam, broke nor wear the smith is out of job. In...