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• Re: 1980 Vanagon (Missing knob for temp. control?)
  Historical mailing list - aircooledchris
  Thu, 18 Nov 2004 16:16:13 -0800
  ...I don't even no what this missing piece controls. I've > tried > turning the dial with the vehicle on and adjusted the temperatures...
• Re: SA van images
  Historical mailing list - Daniel O Stevens
  Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:14:06 -0500
  MAN, I'd really like to get my mitts on some of those climate controls for our family of Vanagon campers. Really this IS...
• Re: digijet vs. digifant
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:15:23 -0700
  ...85 vannie running a 1.8L jetta motor with the > vannie controls system , only differnce I see is the jetta has a knock > sensor...
• Re: New van timing, cont'd.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 06 Jan 95 14:01:14 CST
  ...On the dashboard, to the left of >the heater controls (whats to control?:) there is a small, unmarked aluminum >socket with a wire coming...
• Re: Has heat, but it smells
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  20 Sep 1995 08:55:57 -0700
  ...Bently has a good photo showing which lever/cable controls which bell crank. Harvey '83 diesel Vanagon
• Re: Fridge/Pilot light viewfinder question
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 17 Jan 1997 23:20:20 -0500 (EST)
  ...Well, the early Dometic had a gauge inside the door next to the controls, it looks like a battery check gauge. When its lite...
• Fw: 1981 Vanagon Brake Servo Replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Michael S. Nichols
  Thu, 13 Nov 2003 17:06:20 -0500
  ...servo unit replacement the job from > Hades---R&R dash, heater controls, instrument panel...? Any short cuts to > replacement? How long should this job...
• Re: A/C Swich for '86 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 10 Sep 2005 11:23:50 EDT
  ...This is the > switch that controls on/off, fan blower speed, and temperature. At first, my > > VW dealer told me that he thought this...
• Re: Question regarding coolant flow and front heater
  Historical mailing list - Alan Sinclair
  Mon, 23 May 2005 13:18:24 -0700
  ...I assume then that this is because the cable that controls the valve in the diagram is either broken, bent, or weak. Has anyone...
• Re: TDI Conversion Advice
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Wed, 10 May 2017 13:08:51 -0700
  ...as a potential option and would need all of the > emissions controls. Im especially interested to speak with you if you 1. > Live in...
• Re: cruise control on an air cooled westy
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Sat, 13 Dec 2014 06:57:23 -0500
  ...Air cooled or > WBX should make no difference. > > With cruise controls becoming standard equipment of most model new cars in > the last few years...
• Re: 1982 Diesel Vanagon: Heater Core / Fan
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 17:07:42 -0500
  ...Use the later > lever bezel also so you know how to work the improved controls. > > Mark > > > > Dana Mueller wrote: > >> Howdy again folks, >> >> Do you...
• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:16:27 -0500
  ...AC back on line >in my '88 GL with the proper controls for the engine. I find I >apparently will need an idle stabilizer...
• Re: Jack warning: Was:Re: extra jack?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Hartsell
  Fri, 14 Apr 1995 08:50:45 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Use steel car supports (if you trust the weld and country of origin quality controls). :-)Craig On Fri, 14 Apr 1995, Robert L. Armitage...
• Re: Move to CA - emissions?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 17 Aug 2000 01:01:31 PDT
  ...I know there are different emission controls >in CA - what will I have to do to make it "registerable" in CA? How much am...
• Re: Trip Odometer Myth
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 14:37:17 -0700
  ...gas and coolant temp gauge postions; switching the wiper and heater controls; digging in the glovebox for the pen; etc; etc. So I'll...
• trip report: 0 miles, 100% fun
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Tue, 18 Nov 2003 10:15:41 -0500
  ...I was thrilled, even though I didn't get to sit at the controls; my girlfriend was watching the tach and keeping it above...
• Re: diesel questions
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:16:19 -0600
  ...Due to the emissions controls the recommended oils are low zinc/phosphorous etc. For any brand look for the VW specs 504/00 and...
• Re: Frydaye Follies - BMW question
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 1 Jul 2011 20:27:50 -0700
  Have you confirmed whether the compressor clutch is still engaged? On Mercedes AC systems there's a KLIMA relay which controls the compressor clutch...
• Re: still cranks, won't start
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 1 Mar 2010 18:09:37 -0800
  ...The ECU controls the FP relay. Measure the voltage at the coil stud where the 2 black wires attach. It should have 12 volts...
• Re: ?? Power for stereo in my '86 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Mar 1996 21:31:59 -0500
  ...This circuit (X headlight) controls your X-relay. Your X-relay makes all of the unneccessary consumers shut down while the starter engages (wiper...
• gasoline heaters
  Historical mailing list - ARKADY MIRVIS
  Thu, 26 Nov 1998 06:38:04 -0800
  ...I offer electronic controls of main heater functions and also beautifully looking brand new German modern electronic programmable timer for automatic heater start. The...
• Re: Pfft, boring ;-) was:Styled Cockpit FISH
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 21 Oct 2002 11:09:43 -0600
  ...MFA control stalk? Seats look comfy (and powered based on the controls.) Not sure about the colors. _________________________________________________________________ Unlimited Internet access for only $21.95...
• Re: black box above coil
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Tue, 22 Apr 2003 19:55:50 -0400
  ...On the Digijet ('83.5-'85 1.9L gas engine), I believe that relay controls both. That means to depressurize the fuel system, pulling...
• Power Window Problem - Conversion to Manual
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Fri, 12 Sep 2003 10:33:55 -0700
  ...I thought the problem was in the wiring harness to the drivers door controls. It seems as if opening or closing the door or...
• Re: THANKS! --- Was: Elec. Questions. yes... Aux Batt...
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 11 Apr 2007 20:16:18 -0700
  The white wire controls the fridge 12 volt relay. If you hook the white wire to the aux battery positive the relay will always...
• ECU high idle
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Fri, 1 Feb 2008 10:33:58 -0800
  ...Look for how to setup the base fuel injection and you can see what controls you have, like idle air bypass, spring tension, and...
• Subscriptions and Settings
  Historical mailing list - Sean O'Corrain
  Thu, 21 Aug 1997 16:52:04 -0500
  ...The MAIL/NOMAIL option controls whether messages should be delivered, and the DIGEST/INDEX/NODIGEST/NOINDEX option controls the format in which messages should...
• dashboard removal
  Historical mailing list - Mark M. Schirmer
  Sun, 7 Jan 1996 19:08:27 -0500 (EST)
  ...Remove the face plate for the heating/vent controls, this requires pulling off the four knobs on the levers (or maybe the plastic extension...
• Re: Warm air from under the dash.
  Historical mailing list - John Sweet
  Sun, 21 Jul 1996 13:32:29 -0700
  ...the heater controls... can be confusing for new owners. > ... there is some insulation to shield the heat from the rad. fan - > possibly this has...
• Re: cruise control on an air cooled westy
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 12 Dec 2014 12:35:22 -0800
  ...With cruise controls becoming standard equipment of most model new cars in the last few years I suspect that the market for add-on...
• Re: Stereo suggestions
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Tue, 28 May 2013 10:14:08 -0400
  ...Also using iPod controls through the face/remote. They make one with Bluetooth as well. Love it. -craig On May 28, 2013, at 10...
• Re: Looking for dash removal procedure
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Wed, 8 Jul 2009 20:11:58 -0700
  ...bolts holding steering column to chassis >> Remove 3 screws holding heater controls to dash (two at heater >> levers and >> one at r/h side...
• Westy LP tank two stage regulator
  Historical mailing list - Roy Mellor
  Mon, 1 Jun 1998 22:04:56 -0600
  ...Old regulator Part Number 260-00 (discontinued) New regulator Part Number 290-00 These are made by Marshall Gas Controls (1-800-877-2495...
• Re: Odor of gasoline inside cabin....
  Historical mailing list - Don Gibbons
  Tue, 10 Mar 1998 13:36:39 -0500
  ...responsible for connecting and collecting the tank to the system that controls evaporating fuel. Some on the list have been able to reach them...
• Re: a lot of hot air...
  Historical mailing list - Kristin Dewey
  Sat, 18 Jul 1998 03:24:40 EDT
  ...Doesn't seem to matter how I have the vents or the heater/fan/AC controls... Though sometimes it seems to be worse than...
• 2 Speed Cooling Fan?
  Historical mailing list - Brian Doss
  Wed, 25 Aug 1999 12:52:38 EDT
  ...Is it the ceramic resistor that actually controls the kick-in of the fan? Lately, I think that my fan only kicks on just...
• Re: Does this bus go to my office?
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Thu, 9 Dec 1999 16:57:26 EST
  ...It controls the mixture. Next the fuel pressure regulator might be suspect. Drive Safely & Good Luck Ken Lewis<Kernersville,NC>86 VW crewcab;60...
• Faucet install
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 2 May 2006 17:33:32 -0700
  ...switch (stashed inside the sink cabinet when not in use) that controls my faucet as well: http://vickersdesign.com/faucet1.jpg http://vickersdesign.com...
• Re: It's cold out there
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Jan 2018 12:10:32 -0500
  ...The rear heater is the one that controls the overall cabin temp in cold weather, even in front. It not only gets first crack...
• Re: TDI Conversion Advice
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Wed, 10 May 2017 13:40:31 -0700
  ...as a potential option and would need all of the > emissions controls. Im especially interested to speak with you if you 1. > Live in...
• Re: A/C fan and burning smell
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 10 Aug 2015 17:03:52 -0400
  ...Overhead controls and ductwork, A/C > system. > 1. Fan speed "3" does not work. Everything is still on, just no fan. > "1", "2" and...
• Re: 1982 Diesel Vanagon: Heater Core / Fan
  Historical mailing list - Frank Lee
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 16:25:41 -0400
  ...Same 82 Diesel Camper (is yours yellow?) Heater controls Heat core Wiper shafts Speaker wire? Ground star? Gages? What is the definitive complete list...
• Re: Stiff Heater Cables when pulling
  Historical mailing list - Victor Montgomery
  Thu, 18 Feb 1999 13:47:10 EST
  ...Transporter (2 Litre Air-cooled) has a problem with the >heater controls. > >When heater control is moved to the left to turn off the...
• Re: Piston cleaning..
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Sun, 12 Sep 1999 09:49:09 -0400
  ...It is also delicious on Fried Chicken, is an effective antiperspirant, and controls dry 'fly-away' hair. G. Matthew Bulley Director Bulley-Hewlett & Associates...
• Re: Vanagon leaks heat...
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 10 Jan 2000 22:23:54 -0800
  ...I have all of the controls set to off... But, some heat still escapes. It is not a big problem in the winter, but...
• Re: Wiper Wackiness - No Parking
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Thu, 20 Mar 2003 20:22:34 -0800
  The wiper switch has gone bad - it controls the parking position. To replce it, you must remove the steering wheel, once you do, its...
• Re: Stereo Suggestion was iPod Solution
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Mon, 13 Jun 2005 10:10:12 -0400
  ...Channel select, play/pause and track selection controls. A supplied audio cable connects to all popular audio devices." for better reviews on the product...
• Re: Calling all V-gon List Computer Guru's
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 20 Nov 2006 09:30:46 -0800
  ...I have > cursor controls set to the highest speed now, No difference. > > Audio files played on the computer often stall, stop and repeat, as...
• Re: *MY* 82 Diesel!
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Thu, 26 May 1994 07:58:44 -0500 (CDT)
  ...The three that control WHERE the air goes are separated by one that controls the temp of the air (one increases air flow to...
• Re: Diesels on NPR this morning
  Historical mailing list - tmiller
  Wed, 12 May 2004 19:03:42 -0400
  ...Diesels on NPR this morning > >If you look at the latest emission controls on Renault, VW, Audi and others, >you'll find that the...
• Re: Vanagon A/C and controls
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 31 May 2004 21:02:48 -0500
  ...WOW! > >Well, this is also my first exposure to the rather unique A/C controls in >the vanagon. >I noticed that regardless of where...
• Re: Idle stabilizer for 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 21 Nov 2016 23:41:20 +0000
  ...functions are taken care of by the Idle Control Unit which controls the Idle Stabilizer Valve which takes care of all idle-speed issues...
• Supplier praise
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Tue, 11 Mar 2014 22:37:14 -0400
  ...My clock looks like I was mud bogging all day it's so dim and brown compared to how my gauges and controls look...
• heater cable snap
  Historical mailing list - Morris H. Arthur
  Mon, 25 Mar 1996 08:17:33 -0500
  ...Find the heater control box and wire the boxes permanently open. (Have someone play with the controls to help you find'em...) Obviously, you...
• Broke engine components for sale
  Historical mailing list - Brown, Rich
  Thu, 14 Mar 2002 15:28:36 -0800
  ...So if anyone is interested in this carcass or any of it ancinaliary components including computer or wiring harness, air flow meter and controls...
• Removing Differential Lock / Cruise Control Plumbing
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 22 Jun 2006 13:42:39 -0400
  ...I managed to remove the controls on the lower portion of the dask as well as the line that runs from the front push...
• Re: Knock Sensor Kit for A 86-91 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Fast Forward
  Sat, 18 Nov 2000 17:52:40 -0800
  ...The knock sensor kit replaces the distributor with a pure electronic one and a computer controls the timing. On these cars the O2 sensor...
• Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 29 Jun 2012 20:14:31 -0400
  ...The combustion > process has not changed over the years, only the tolerance of the controls. > > Start with the fuel system. Make it is tight...
• Re: Pictures from bURNINGvAN 2012
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:00:39 -0800
  ...Big assed kite, small camera, radio controls from an RC airplane. There's one out in my garage somewhere. tim in san jose On...