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• Re: Battery Charger Sizing (Amperage) Woe and Warning (?)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 6 Aug 2013 11:01:49 -0700
  ...Was suggesting/wondering if the LED driver/power supply I linked to could be used only as a power supply for fridge and not...
• Re: Engine electrical power requirements?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:23:09 -0700
  ...One of the red wires goes over to the fuel injection and powers everything but the coil and ignition module. Also in that box...
• Re: New battery is dead
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 1 Sep 2008 20:38:55 -0400
  ...Then disconnect the power to the stereo and see what difference that makes. All modern head units have two power leads - one goes to...
• Re: Power window regulator
  Historical mailing list - Gene P
  Sun, 5 Jul 2020 13:16:01 -0700
  ...Power window regulator Hi, I'm looking for a refurbished power window regulator for my 89 Westy Syncro. RH side. Anybody know a supplier?
• '84 power loss
  Historical mailing list - jeff seward
  Tue, 22 Jan 2008 23:06:34 -0800
  having intermittant power loss with my '84 vanagon... I had a similar problem a few months back and replaced the Temp II sensor... things...
• 92 EV Westy evaluation/sale
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 Aug 1997 13:11:32 -0600 (MDT)
  ...1992 VW Eurovan Westfalia camper 2.5 litre five cylinder gas motor standard transmission, five speed 23,000 miles, medium green power steering, power...
• Re: I need advice/help - Elecrical
  Historical mailing list - Doug
  Sun, 6 Feb 2005 15:35:16 -0500
  ...For some reason, I'm not getting power to the ECU. '88 Carat, Digifant, with some jury-rigging done to the wiring in the...
• Re: Porsche-powered Volkswagen Bus 'Race Taxi' hits the track
  Historical mailing list - Rick N
  Thu, 15 Dec 2016 06:06:11 +0000
  ...Rick On Tue, Dec 13, 2016 at 3:59 PM Don Hanson <dhanson928@gmail.com> wrote: > Porsche-powered Volkswagen Bus 'Race Taxi' hits the...
• power steering rack core
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Thu, 28 Jul 2011 10:53:08 -0600
  I have my old power steering rack ('87 Syncro Westy) to return as a core. Shipping will eat quite a bit of the refund...
• Westy aux power straight from the dealer
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hineline
  Sat, 2 Oct 2010 18:10:46 -0700
  There are so many permutations (and problems) with providing auxiliary power that I wondered how Westies were equipped when they left the dealer's...
• Re: DIfference b/w 84 & 85 van
  Historical mailing list - andrewbell
  Fri, 29 Jun 2001 22:28:14 -0500
  Could include power steering, ac, and tons of little cosmetic junk, The power steering is a big one, though. AB Chad G wrote: > just...
• power steering whine
  Historical mailing list - Andy Zappe
  Tue, 24 Sep 2002 12:28:58 EDT
  ...thanks, andy 80 vanagon L 85 westy - power steering whine
• FS: '91 Vanagon GL - *Still for Sale*
  Historical mailing list - David Thoresen
  Sat, 23 Nov 2002 10:19:52 -0800
  ...Automatic, AC, Power Windows, Power Locks (Needs actuator), Remote Locks, Alarm. See Pics http://www.epicfoto.com/vanagon $2000/obo Located in Kent, WA...
• Passenger Side Rear Power Mirror
  Historical mailing list - Tim Beidel
  Thu, 13 Nov 2003 21:10:38 -0500
  Knocked the passenger side power mirror off my 1987 Syncro. No extensive damage - the glass is gone and it's dangling from the stalk...
• Power supply, Pump, Potable water
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:04:49 -0700
  ...They're not supplying any power presently. Does anyone have any idea where they run? -- Neil '82 Diesel Westy Me other car is Swedish
• Re: VW Radio Into Vanagon (abreviated ....).....
  Historical mailing list - tom ring
  Mon, 26 Jan 2004 18:55:35 -0600
  It's always a good idea to check the draw on both the "keepalive" lead and the "main power" lead with 12V connected to...
• Starter solenoid powered by fuel pump circuit....arrrrgg...long...help!!!
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:46:43 -0400
  ...The switch power to the starter solenoid is getting current when the switch is turned to start, and when the ignition is in the...
• Re: Adding Horns. B+ (30) To Power Horns OK?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:50:45 -0400
  From horn button to Toggle switch Toggle switch routing power to either factory horns or relay trigger side. From relay power side to angry...
• Re: Power consumption & recharging with Vitrifrigo
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Wed, 20 Oct 2010 11:02:30 -0400
  ...a Vitri tech specialist pointed out that > the fridge needs certain power. Power = V x A. If the > wiring to the fridge limits V...
• Re: Power Steering hose with new hydraulic hose
  Historical mailing list - Martine Boudreault
  Sun, 24 Apr 2005 22:03:36 -0400
  ...http://wiki.vanagabond.com/bin/view/Vanagon/PowerSteeringHowTo http://gallery.openfbo.com/powersteering Have fun, Joel -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon...
• Re: Power steering rack - self alignment, post self install
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Sat, 17 Apr 2021 17:32:56 -0400
  ...Power steering rack I have been looking at power steering racks and the prices to me are out landish. On my '85 van with...
• Re: Advice on TD engine problem
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Thu, 28 May 2015 01:27:39 -0400
  ...Easy mods for more power, once the intercooler is added. The low end torque makes it much more drivable that a high-strung 'modern...
• Re: Is there a Diesel Vanagon with Power Steering ?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 15 Mar 1998 10:16:20 -0800
  ...I wonder if the 1.6TDs in Europe have power steering? PS... The K.E.P. adapter is sitting at the Grey Hound Bus...
• update:no power to auxillary air valve
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Sat, 13 Aug 2005 17:43:59 -0500
  ...I tested the electrical lead to the > AAR > and it is only getting power when the starter is engaged, no power with the > ignition...
• Re: USB power?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 6 Sep 2011 18:33:56 -0700
  ...I like that it is flush-mount, so it basically turns a cigar lighter into two USB power outlets w/o any protrudosity. It...
• How hard is it to retrofit power steering in a Syncro?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 20:18:57 -0800
  ...Now power steering was never an option in the Passat / Audi A6 so it is almost impossible to remove the power steering pump from...
• Re: Power Window motor rebuild?
  Historical mailing list - James
  Mon, 9 Jun 2014 13:48:42 -0400
  You mention having the motors rebuilt - the power window motors? Because I have a '91 whose power windows need rebuilt or cleaned or something...
• Re: Solar Power
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 30 Jun 2013 12:31:50 -0400
  ...It may help to remember that twice the perceived volume requires ten times the power, and an easily noticed increase requires twice the power...
• Re: OK to Power a Laptop W/ Inverter?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:43:52 -0600
  Hi John, I'm using a Kensington to power my MAC and recharge it. Works great, no problemo's. We'll see over time...
• Re: Industrial motors (fwd)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 May 1996 22:52:50 -0400
  ...Dn >on't know exaclty >what id >t did (generator powering?) but I looked at it and >d > said >wow, a beelte This engine...
• 1993 Westfalia camper for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 Aug 1997 09:36:52
  ...Automatic, power locks, power steering, power brakes. Tinted windows, bra, 10 foot awning, CB radio, TV antenna Sheepskin seat covers from day 1. Original...
• Power Steering Pump Wiring Question?
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Fri, 2 Oct 1998 10:03:44 -0700
  Who can tell me what it is that is uses the electrical connection on the power steering pump on my '86 Syncro? There is...
• Installing Power Windows
  Historical mailing list - Tim Belanger
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 17:43:08 EDT
  I have recently run into some power window motors/tracks and would like to install them in my 87 Wolfsburg. Is there an easy...
• Re: Making a 12v battery charger from a peecee power supply
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sat, 6 Dec 2003 13:54:03 -0500
  ...Switcher or not the net resault is exactly the same. > In this insance there is absolutly no reason for a swithing power supply. > Way...
• Re: Driving with no Power Steering
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 5 Jul 2007 18:32:45 -0700
  ...Can I drive it a while without the pump being connected-ie, the belt removed and no power assist for steering? John, Don't...
• Re: Alternative alternators?
  Historical mailing list - Cetin Seren
  Wed, 24 Jul 1996 21:22:02 -0400
  ...As it turns out, most high-power rated audio systems just claim to have components that handle that kind of power -- not necessarily produce...
• Re: Aux driving lights question..best easy power source..?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:31:52 -0400
  I used Hella XL driving lights and ran the power to my relay directly from the secondary battery, but it's just as easy...
• Re: Leaking PS fluid, replace rack or just seals?
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Thu, 26 Jan 2006 21:13:55 +0000
  ...It sounds like your power steering wasn't working right >before you lost the belt. > >If my power steering rack ever goes out I...
• Re: Sanity Check - Wire gauge for wiring SA headlights
  Historical mailing list - DaveC
  Sat, 5 Oct 2002 10:05:59 -0700
  ...Technically, AC is more efficient over long distances (ie, high-tension power lines); less power loss. BTW, from what I remember, the "official" adopted...
• Using Shore Power in the Westy was Quality Inverters
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 19 Jun 2007 09:14:01 -0700
  ...I took a power strip, like we all use at the work bench or behind the desk, that rats nest that feeds all the...
• Power Steering Lines
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 1 Apr 1999 05:35:02 -0500
  You may all remember the power steering line subject I brought up a while back where I had replaced my rusted power steering lines...
• Re: fuel pump power consumption?
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Tue, 27 Aug 2002 00:38:48 +0100
  ...fuel pump power consumption? > Anyone have their own testing data for how much power a working fuel pump > draws? > > I am getting conflicting information...
• Re: Friday Question: What's Your "Dream Dash???"
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 5 Apr 2003 11:58:28 +1200
  ...as in Japanese) curved soft crashpad/binnacle cowl power mirror switch power mirror switch NOT power window switch (belongs on door armrest) storage slots...
• power mirror switch X ref
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 6 Oct 2011 07:57:27 -0700
  Can someone remind me which VW models share the same power mirror switch (321 959 565) as the vanagon? I am thinking (and a...
• Re: Dash Power outlet..?
  Historical mailing list - dylan
  Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:25:26 -0700
  ...in all spots inside and outside on my vans where 12v power has been needed. They hold up very well in the elements. � dylan
• Vanagon Power Steering Rack Boot
  Historical mailing list - Bo Kersey
  Wed, 22 May 1996 16:09:18 -0500
  Has anyone replaced the boot on the power steering rack? If so, how difficult is it? How long did it take? Any special tools...
• WTB: Vanagon Power Mirrors
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Fri, 26 Mar 1999 15:22:04 -0600
  Anyone have a set of power mirrors for sale for my 87 GL? I want the whole deal, controller etc., but can just use...
• Porsche powered van
  Historical mailing list - Pabst Michael
  Mon, 15 May 2000 17:10:22 +0200
  Hi Volks, there was a post recently with a link to an article from a mid 80s British magazine on driving a Porsche powered...
• Re: SUBARU POWER SPECS?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Fri, 26 Jan 2001 16:34:08 -0700
  Anthony Smola wrote: > > What are the power specs for the Subaru motor best suited for a Westy? BHP > and torque of Subaru vs stock...
• Need Power window switch
  Historical mailing list - tim
  Thu, 2 May 2002 09:31:10 -0400
  ...I need a passenger side power window switch for a 1990 vanagon. Anyone have one or know if it is an interchangeable part. It...
• Power steering fluid?
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Mon, 3 Feb 2003 10:07:19 -0500
  Stupid question time! In my '87 Westy's manual, it specifies ATF Dexron as the power steering fluid. When I went to my FLAPS...
• for sale: vanagon power mirror kit..add to ANY vanagon..
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 22 Sep 2003 13:31:13 EDT
  ...pair of vanagon power mirrors w/ switch.. add to ANY van.. looks cooler and doesnt flop around like the manual ones do.. simple install...
• Remove Power Steering Hoses
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
  Thu, 6 May 2004 19:01:08 -0400
  Hello How do you remove the power steering hoses? Ideally I'd like to remove both the high pressure and low pressure lines so...
• Subaru power in Pa.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Brunger
  Thu, 2 Sep 2004 13:40:46 -0400
  Subaru conversions in the Western Pennsylvania area? Any one out there with the Subaru powered bus? If so, let me know where you are...
• 2.1L engine
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Mon, 28 Feb 2005 21:48:47 -0800
  I will be converting my 86 Syncro and still have original 2.1L wasserboxer engine powering it but not for long... It runs great...
• FS: vanagon doorpanels (front, sliding, side, hatch etc..grey/blue/tan)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 28 Feb 2005 16:51:10 EST
  ...specify year, color, power or non power.. ships from SE PA chris
• WTB Vanagon Power Window Switch
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Boyd
  Sun, 17 Sep 2006 08:05:22 -0700
  I am looking for at least 1 power window switch for my 87. Please let me know if you have any extras. Good working...
• WTB power steering fluid reservoir
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 13 May 2006 17:42:17 -0400
  I need to replace my power steering fluid (ATF) reservoir. In moving it around I see where one of the hose nipples is cracked...
• Re: Wiring radio to accessory instead of battery?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 24 Jan 2008 21:57:44 -0800
  ...Because all memory radios need batt power to store stations, Which uses no power or hardly any, And also needs to see power in...
• Re: Power Mirror Problem
  Historical mailing list - karl
  Mon, 25 Oct 1999 09:58:00 -0400
  ...Power Mirror Problem > The passenger power mirror on my '87 Westfalia is no longer operative. Winter's > coming on so, before I "reinvent the...