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• Re: Diff locks on 2WD Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
  Tue, 20 Jul 1999 09:57:42 +0200
  ...So it all depends, and in the end you simply need both, 4WD and diff locks, if you really want to go off the...
• Re: No water inlet Key????
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Fri, 27 Apr 2001 22:07:06 -0500
  ...I have a ring of about 40 keys that will fit almost all the locks, and I can get that to you. We can...
• Vanagon parts I found, Great deals!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 12 Feb 1997 22:46:43 -0800
  ...Rear Wiper Motors $75.00 Lock Sets, $55.00 All 4 locks ! Only 2 sets! Syncro FRONT AXLES $250.00 Each Rear axles all...
• Re: key tumblers
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Sat, 20 Nov 2004 22:39:15 +0000
  ...Fri, 19 Nov 2004 11:58:12 -0500 > >Does anyone know whereI can buy the tumblers to rekey my Vanagon locks. In >Canada is...
• Re: Removing & replacing front door key tumbler?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Sun, 6 Apr 2014 19:53:40 -0400
  ...new handle & rearranged the key tumbler wafers to match the original locks! I never would have been able to do this w/o Ben...
• Re: 15 inch South African Factory Alloy Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Thu, 2 Aug 2001 13:44:04 -0700
  ...Since wheel locks come <DIV></DIV>&gt;in sets of four, I have 2 locks per wheel. Am I paranoid or just proud? <DIV...
• Re: Key questions answered
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 28 Sep 2016 10:17:07 -0400
  ...A key can be made for the lock, but there are no code numbers on the locks. > > Feel free to email me if further...
• Re: Keeping things from freezing shut
  Historical mailing list - Will Taygan
  Wed, 9 Dec 2009 17:04:49 -0900
  ...you get out of the garage in the > >> morning when the locks and doors work in the warm garage air - and park > >> outside for...
• Re: Syncro Diff Problem
  Historical mailing list - Don McCallum
  Fri, 12 Jun 1998 00:01:43 +0100
  ...I am currently trying to sort out the diff locks and having a lot of fun. I can't get my front diff indicator...
• Re: radiator leak
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 14:19:52 -0800
  Rather than chewing up the fan switch with channel locks (like I've done), I bit the bullet and purchased the proper deep socket...
• Re: Weird Hatch Struts?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:24:30 -0600
  My westy's po had some steel tubes over the struts as locks since the struts were shot!! Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy...
• Re: Power Locks- Rear Hatch Stuck Shut!
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 4 Dec 2011 08:41:44 -0800
  On Sun, Dec 4, 2011 at 8:13 AM, george jannini <georgejoann@gmail.com>wrote: > Doesn't your year van have an inside release...
• Re: Flywheel Lock
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 9 Mar 2009 12:36:35 -0700
  most flywheel locks fit both 6V and 12 volt air cooled engines..... slightly different flywheel teeth spacing on those two......and one side fits...
• sliding door lock, 82 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joerg Rieger
  Thu, 13 Jul 1995 13:31:42 -0500 (CDT)
  ...turtle, what else could you call a diesel westy), the little knob on the inside that locks the sliding door does not stay in...
• 89 Westy FS 35K mi. $13,500 St. Louis
  Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
  Mon, 15 Sep 1997 17:57:44 -0400
  ...Blue-gray with matching poptop, automatic transmission, power steering/ locks/ windows/ mirrors. Air conditioning works perfectly. Elaborate stereo system with CD changer (installed in...
• Bumper re-enforcement & Power window kits?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Nizyborski
  Thu, 16 Oct 1997 09:51:13 PDT
  ...JC Whitney, ?) conversion kits for switch from manual to power windows / locks?....I'll explain later *why* anyone might want to do this %^) thanks...
• Re: Turning when hot
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 22 Jun 1999 00:58:16 +0200
  ...I know the locks are not on.........it > makes turning in car parks hard!! Oh yeah!! I run a Golf GTI steering wheel, together...
• Utility key
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 20 Aug 2003 14:58:06 -0700
  ...tractor key (They never heard of it) and going to a locksmith for the skeleton church key (for $3 to $5) I did the...
• Re: Key blank for Westy water cap
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Buese
  Sat, 14 Jun 2008 11:57:10 -0600
  ...The locksmith > couldn't match it to a blank, so I can't get a spare. If you have a > key > for yours, and...
• Re: Keeping things from freezing shut
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 9 Dec 2009 12:58:54 -0800
  that or WD-40 sprayed on all the door rubber seals, and inside the door locks. That works great - it's 'water displacing' after...
• Re: Valet 711T system was electrical mystery
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Thu, 5 Dec 2013 23:13:26 -0500
  ...Just finding the Vanagon wiring diagram pertaining to the power locks was tricky. I eventually found it on 97.163-164. I think that...
• Re: lock problem
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
  Wed, 30 May 2001 08:45:33 -0400
  ...A local locksmith told me I have to take out all the locks and bring them in for him to fit new keys. I...
• Re: Hatch Lock
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Tue, 21 Jul 2015 04:26:22 -0700
  ...Here is a photo showing > the worn down key next to one cut from the code on the same locks. It is > mind boggling...
• Re: ignition cylinder replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Jun 94 16:59:15 CDT
  wolf commented that locksmith's were expensive - maybe shop around a bit? I watched a local guy here do a lock cylinder - he was...
• 1989 SYNCHRO VANAGON CAMPER FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 05 Mar 96 19:34:17 -0500
  ...WESTFALIA PARTS FROM WRECKED WESTFAILIA, FACTORY ALLOY WHEELS,POWER WINDOWS AND LOCKS,ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN EXCELLENT. BOB CUSHING 315-687-6776 (NY) ------- end ------- Skip...
• EV needs good home....
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 29 Dec 1995 13:19:11 -0400 (EDT)
  ...93 EuroVan GL Light Sahara Beige Metallic w/beige interior A/C Power Package (Door locks, windows, and cruise(?)) Automatic Trans <--(yeeccchhh!!!) 31K miles...
• Re: easiest way to break into a vanagon ;<) was Re: HELP...keys
  Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
  Tue, 3 Mar 1998 08:58:01 -0500
  For better or for worse, on my '95 EVC, locking the front door locks the trunk too. Jim McCarthy, Somerville, MA At 11:59...
• towing an automatic vanagon...question
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 17 Jun 1999 18:50:43 EDT
  ...on the ground? how do i make sure the strg wheel locks straight - so the front wheels dont roll at an angle? any info...
• What the hell is going on ...
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Wed, 6 Jun 2007 21:46:15 -0700
  Hi guys, I was working on the power door locks. The pass. side actuator had to be serviced, had to put new springs in...
• Re: You Got To Read This One...("spoof" CL vanagon ad)
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 8 Aug 2007 21:09:15 -0700
  ...a demented joke.. > not to mention '84 vanagons never had power locks.. and sunroof vans didnt > come with a/c (coulda been added, but...
• Re: sliding door lock
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 8 Oct 2009 16:23:30 -0700
  ...I have yet to get one of those locks all the way apart to find out what 'the' issue is inside them. And ........while...
• Re: Disabling a Westy for Theft Deterring
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 24 Jul 2013 09:01:54 -0700
  ...Add power door locks while you are at it and one click of the fob and you are locked, alarmed and disabled. I just...
• ISO white slider door on East Coast
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Wed, 3 Jun 2009 09:51:29 -0700
  ...I am looking for a late model white slider door with power locks stock and no holes drilled for fiberglass cladding. No hardware, window...
• FS: 1990 Syncro Westie (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Fri, 07 Mar 1997 11:34:50 -0500
  ...in color, all options, euro bumpers, power mirrors, windows and door locks. Sunroof, new Alpine stereo, car alarm, mag wheels, new tires, brakes, clutch...
• Re: FW: '91 Westy For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Chris & Aimee Uzzi
  Sat, 11 Oct 1997 06:30:56 -0700
  ...84K miles, silver, power windows, power locks, air conditioning. Located in Southern Vermont. This is a California Westy, with no rust! $19,500. 802...
• more on need hatch for 89
  Historical mailing list - Mark Schrope
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 16:34:52 -0400
  ...I currently have power locks and a wiper on the hatch. Can anybody tell me if it is possible to transfer these things to...
• Re: Warning on Lchase Vanagon for sale.
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 10:57:58 -0700
  ...power windows, power steering, cruise control, am fm stereo, electric door locks, ready to go camping, clear title, unit is a 1900 that was...
• Re: WTB sliding and pass door
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 22 Apr 2004 13:40:01 -0400
  ...WOuld any know if a 1986 sliding door fit on a 1980 vanagon? Locks look different in the rear to me. ??? Eric Robert Keezer...
• Re: Neat Stuff MVC (Mucho Vanagon Content)
  Historical mailing list - Rex Merriweather
  Sun, 20 Mar 2005 14:23:49 -0800
  ...I have been trying to get someone to import that "Tankdeckel" that locks for me, for two years. Anyone have any idea who might...
• Re: adding central locking -- SWAP DOORS and HATCH?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 13 Sep 2006 22:37:22 -0700
  ...This would give me power > windows/locks/mirrors and fresh(er) rubber. Downside would be a likely > color mismatch and some wiring headaches. Bret...
• Re: Towing an Automatic Vanagon. Cutting the drive axles?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:58:44 EDT
  ...wheel in place... > > > > ive towed them backwards...the steering wheel never locks completely straight, and they get all squirrely behind you when your going...
• Re: Beside myself!
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:30:53 -0800
  ...you a new key, assuming that somebody > hasn't fitted new > locks since the van was manufactured. > > Also I think there are code numbers...
• Re: lock problem
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Tue, 29 May 2001 08:54:50 -0500
  ...A local locksmith told me I have to take >out all the locks and bring them in for him to fit new keys. I...
• Re: Where to get ignition key?
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 08:15:47 -0700
  ...Anyway, any qualified locksmith should be able to cut a new > key from the "Code" you get from the front handle. > > Mike > > > > karen k...
• Re: Found an old key...
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 25 Aug 2014 16:34:37 -1000
  ...I've not had any problem getting a locksmith to make a copy of a vanagon key eithe, though I don't 'do' Old...
• Re: Rear hatch lock revisited - a sidebar question
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 30 May 1997 09:29 -0600 (MDT)
  All- My '91 has the central door locks, but the tailgate is not in the system. The gate has obviously been replaced and the...
• Re: Subject: Re: Want to paint camper roof
  Historical mailing list - Bob Allen
  Wed, 15 May 2002 19:53:44 -0400
  the stainless kit from Go-Westy is complete with stainless bolts, washers and ny-locks. Nice product. Bob Allen ----- Original Message ----- From: "Terry K...
• Re: Vanagon KEYS
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 09:17:13 -0600
  ...I was thinking now that it would > be cool to re-key all my Vanagon locks to use one key! > Eric >
• power lock actuators FS (was: Re: Central Locks--driver's side actuator
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 12 Feb 2006 15:30:53 EST
  In a message dated 2/12/06 3:04:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, gruengeist@GMAIL.COM writes: > > Does anyone have any idea how...
• Re: More on newer Vanagon Tech on older Vanagons...
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 2 Oct 2007 14:03:28 +1200
  > <Are the power door locks "LA Riot gear equipped?" > That's what we call them here in the midwest when >they automatically lock as...
• Re: semi-OT: questions about carrying a canoe
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 21 Aug 2012 13:52:37 -0500
  Cam locks are the worst and most unneccessary tie down apparatus ever invented for things like boats. Why people buy them is beyond me...
• Re: Towing a vanagon with a uhaul car dolly
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 Jan 2014 14:48:41 -0500
  ...if you use a tow dolly that doesn't pivot, you cant tow it backwards because the steering wheel never totally locks 100% straight
• Re: Vanagon key blanks
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 2 Dec 2011 10:57:03 -0500
  ...He's a locksmith > specializing > in VW's. > > Bryan > > > -----Original Message----- > From: T Collins > Sent: Friday, December 02, 2011 9:06 AM > To: vanagon...
• locking engine hatch
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 22 Jul 1995 03:30:03 -0400
  ...I have noticed some 70's type westys with locks on the engine hatch. Would those work if I found one at a junkyard...
• Re: towing
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 26 Apr 1995 14:59:09 -0400
  ...the old busses like to blowaround quite a bit because they don't have steering locks. if you are going to tow the van...
• FS: Set locks w/ keys: ignition, all handles & rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 17 Nov 2000 05:07:31 EST
  The set is composed of the following in good used condition. May need painting: Two (2) front door handles One (1) sliding door handle...
• Re: Replacing rear hatch
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 9 Jul 2001 18:19:09 EDT
  ...But - the locks are different from the '80-'83 ones than the '84-'91 ones. also the 88-'91 has the recessed area for...
• Re: locked out
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 27 Aug 2002 10:57:40 -0600
  ...Called the local traveling locksmith and it took him 2-3 minutes to "break-in". I drove home, parked the car in the garage...
• Re: Racks
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Sat, 4 Mar 2006 14:35:09 -0800
  ...It mounts on a rear 2" reciver hitch locks and carries four bikes. Best of all it swings out of the way even fully...
• drivers door lock Re: For the Newbies - Vanagon secrets revealed
  Historical mailing list - -------------
  Tue, 29 Aug 2006 09:56:15 -0400
  ...Rather than making the person who locks the key in the car, piss off, VW figured it was better to make everyone upset all...