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• Re: Normal voltage of a battery at rest?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:26:37 -0400
  ...Very handy for testing and whatever, and unlike a mechanic's remote starter switch it can be left permanently rigged. It's the kind...
• Re: Choice of Lube
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 05:51:52 -0800
  ...wet and then set up once it dribbled down to the remote parts of the cable.� Worth a try. Stephen On Tuesday, February 18...
• No activity from starter
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:43:09 -0500
  ...to take a closer look and try to hook up a remote starter switch (to be honest I'm not sure which contacts to...
• Re: 15" steel wheels ?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 2 Jun 2008 08:26:32 -0700
  ...Have done so 4 times > anyhow, and I don't fancy trying to get 'in' from a remote Baja site with a > fractured alloy...
• Re: in van hands free cellular install
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 5 Apr 2007 11:04:27 -0700
  ...the ignition is turned off" > > Any ideas as to where to find this? > It is not for power, but a remote on/off. > > dylan >
• Re: Wiring in a new Stereo Unit
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 18:38:30 -0600
  ...There > doesn't appear to be a solution where you can use the remote and actually > turn the unit off. It will still draw...
• Re: CB Radio
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:51:56 -0700
  ...My Cobra has NOAA channels though my little Eton crank radio "pulls" them in better when camped in remote spots. (likely because I can...
• Re: Friday bird AKICIV (All Knowledge is Contained in Vandom)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:40:09 -0500
  ...pale eyes, and I haven't found anything yet that seems remotely possible. Just for giggles I'm going to look in my book...
• favorite tools...
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Murray
  Fri, 05 Apr 1996 20:26:53 +2909
  ...Don't know model #, but checks cont/resistance/DC/AC 7.No Name remote starter...Bought at local FLAPS...Feel like wiring in one...
• Re: Best Car Alarm?
  Historical mailing list - David Bogle
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 21:49:52 -0500
  ...However, you can set the sensitivity of both "zones" separately with the remote control very easily. There is also a False Alarm Control and...
• Re: Nitrous Oxide Injection in an '85GL
  Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
  Sat, 13 Feb 1999 17:52:20 -0500
  ...It's a LONG trip back to the throttle body, but I haven't figured out just what remotely controlled valve is available that...
• FW: For Sale (F)
  Historical mailing list - Anderson,Chuck
  Tue, 9 Mar 1999 10:27:35 -0700
  ...Curb feelers, neon undercarriage lights (green), hydraulic suspension with remote, winch, brush bars, fender flares, Corinthian leather throughout. Collection of "Scent Tree" air fresheners...
• Re: stereo remote turn off (won't)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 17 Oct 2004 23:59:44 -0400
  Damon and Steve ... that's certainly a thought. It would require an additional switch and the running of more wires but the hookup is...
• Value of Ignorance
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Tue, 28 Jun 2005 14:39:14 -0500
  ...Knowing what I know now, I'd probably never start out on a 2 yr 60k driveabout, let alone stumble upon incredible remote places...
• Re: remote/keyless entry
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:33:58 -0700
  Yes, the kit I referenced came with four actuators; 2 front doors, 1 side door and 1 hatch. I used the stock wiring for...
• Re: central locks?
  Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 02:02:15 -0500
  ...I chose the MES setup, which utilizes Swiss-made actuators, > along > with a remote control system. http://www.a1electric.com/mes.htm > > All of...
• creak clutch pedal - fixed?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 27 Jul 2008 09:44:46 -0700
  ...up into the shaft from underneath the dash, no boroscope, no remote manipulated arm, just doing some contortions and reaching up with oiler and...
• Re: solar charge controller
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon
  Wed, 18 Sep 2013 10:24:48 -0700
  ...It also has an optional remote battery temperature > sensor which I would recommend using. I have seen over 20 F difference > with the battery...
• Re: won't start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:28:26 -0800
  ...I always just whip out my Remote Starter Switch ... connect it to the trigger temrinal on the starter ---- or my cheater wire in the...
• Re: NVC - drivable Northern Lights viewing in Canada or NE US?
  Historical mailing list - Mudd \"Not Jack\" Sparrow
  Fri, 20 Feb 2015 21:48:02 -0800
  ...Research indicates that fun, remote places like Iceland, Churchill MB, Ft. McMurray AB and Fairbanks AK are prime viewing spots but if we drive...
• Re: very short trip
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:04:33 -0700
  ...lack of access into many of the Vancouver Island areas for remote camping. The roads are definitely geared to logging operations and not recreation...
• Re: Self Adjusting Clutch
  Historical mailing list - Will Wood
  Fri, 6 Dec 1996 11:24:49 -0700
  ...LuK > >is a > >German based clutch manufacturer so the chances of a self adjusting vw > >clutch are not too remote. If you want, I...
• Re: Custom Cat Heaters
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 15:14:45 -0500
  ...5500 is not enough for real winter camping with the top up 3) thermostat hook-up.. 'nuff said 4) remote switchable.. ie: a dash...
• Re: CV boot guards and Stone Deflectors?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Tue, 3 Oct 2000 08:16:49 -0700
  ...especially so if you drive to remote places where you can't buy the boot. Bill
• VDO Oil Press. Hose upgrade instal.?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 14:04:59 -0600
  ...that suggested going to a hose shop and having a stainless steel #4 Aeroqup teflon hose made forthe remote mounting of the VDO electric...
• gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Brian and Carol Megas
  Tue, 20 Nov 2001 16:16:33 -0800
  ...included in a Westy tool kit when going on a relatively remote, 2-3 week wander? Like I say, it's been a few...
• Re: Auto conversion to Manual?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 18 May 2007 20:50:48 -0700
  ...to shift at every stop. =) If I need to go someplace remote, I can always take the Syncro 16 with the 1.9TD AAZ...
• Re: Where should the radio fit in an older A/T with A/C.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 17 Jan 2015 11:44:58 -0500
  ...many of todays radio’s come with remotes so a small remote on the dash could perhaps make a good alternative for these owners...
• Re: Anyone install a Generator?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 17 Oct 2002 17:07:25 -0500
  ...exhaust must vent according to codes as well. > remote > start gen sets like some of the onan sets for rv are heavy, and > expensive...
• Re: Low Alternator Voltage
  Historical mailing list - d t
  Sat, 2 Sep 2000 22:58:18 MDT
  ...This is not enough! The problem is that the standard BOSCH regulator has no REMOTE SENSE (i.e. cannot measure the actual battery voltage...
• Re: Use These Spring Clamp Pliers?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 18:19:25 -0700
  ...They > consistently apply clamping pressure, regardless of age, hose condition > and temperature fluctuations. > I had to buy a remote cable operated special spring clamp...
• Re: aftermarket aux. battery combiner
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 22 Sep 2011 06:37:14 -0700
  ...or so). " Voltage sensing for charge source on either battery bank Remote sensing to avoid voltage drop issues Low current draw: less than 12mA...
• Re: Radio stays on
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Wed, 3 Feb 2010 09:00:28 -0800
  ...http://tinyurl.com/Thummer On Wed, Feb 3, 2010 at 8:55 AM, Al Knoll <anasasi@gmail.com> wrote: > Details on Blaup Remote (thummer...
• Re: Buying a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joe & Jennifer Denison
  Mon, 20 Apr 1998 17:50:02 -0700
  ...I've never done anything like that on a VW (Won't have to with my Vanagon L) but if it is remotely the...
• Re: Blaupunkt stereos
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Sat, 24 Sep 2005 21:48:19 -0700
  ...mmc card stuff AND the dual auxiliary inputs AND the Thummer Remote AND the nicely subdued faceplate. Or if you need to match that...
• Wire routing for PDL in rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sun, 11 Nov 2007 20:19:50 -0800
  Hi folks, I'm in the process of installing an aftermarket PDL kit w/remote into my '89 Wolfsburg Edition. I'm going to...
• Re: Compression tester question
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 16 Nov 2007 11:04:45 -0800
  ...It's new. > > I'll get a remote starter and see how that works out. I should have > one anyways to do this. > > Thanks...
• Yippee!!! Phones Finally Back Up!
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 25 Jun 1998 14:47:47 -0700
  ...I am behind in answering mail because I was doing it remotely at a friend's house here in Redding - alot of traveling. Mail...
• Re: " you fixed it with what?!"
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 10 Mar 2004 13:14:25 -0700
  ...For example, a friend and his family (wife, two young girls) were heading up a remote highway in northern Alberta for a Christmas visit...
• Re: Galley lighting addition
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 29 Jun 2014 08:03:53 -0700
  ...But it would be swell to have a remote for them. We don't sleep in the upstairs. Mrs Elliott and I are both...
• Re: WTB a new radio.....
  Historical mailing list - Russ Ottey
  Sun, 13 Feb 2000 20:03:06 -0700
  ...The 8200 also has the luxury of a remote control so that when you are camping and going to bed you can play music...
• Re: "Remote" Propane Tank Usage
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:29:17 -0700
  ...Re: "Remote" Propane Tank Usage To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Thursday, April 12, 2012, 8:02 AM ���I should probably wait till Friday...
• FW: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area with disabled wife - please h elp!
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Sun, 23 Jun 2002 21:56:16 -0400
  ...Stranded in Remote Area with disabled wife - please > help! > > Hi Tom, Marshall Ruskin here. > > I'm at my in-laws in Snow Lake, and...
• Re: Wiring in a new Stereo Unit
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 16:39:28 -0700
  ...Sort of screwed my idea of using the remote from bed to turn it off. Overnight it will draw something like 12-15 amps...
• Re: LP tank
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 1 Dec 2001 19:08:44 -0500
  ...putting >in a "T" and a valve when camping in a remote area? Yes, put in the tee before you go camping! <g,d...
• Re: Share your solar success story?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sat, 9 Jul 2005 12:01:19 -0700
  ...Solar seems as though it will fill my modest needs (20Ah/day). > Sure, I'd have to "remote" the panel(s) on a wire...
• Re: SPAM for the Lord, or something like that!
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 4 Aug 2008 00:07:19 -0700
  ...And of course, > your own personal remote controlled picture sized color TV, with > matching brass knobs! Just reach around the bar and press the...
• Re: major fuel leak
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 27 Jan 2008 21:10:41 -0800
  ...is covered >> >>ensure all lights on extension cords or used for remote light are >>non breakable low heat >>ensure there is adequate ventilation in...
• Re: Is there such a thing...?
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Tue, 10 Aug 2004 22:17:15 -0700
  ...These were the last that were made in Japan with very high quality remote with nice weather proof gasket. The remotes can be programmed...
• Re: Westy break in, only vehicle registration (Canadian) stolen
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 23 Apr 2022 14:29:17 -0700
  ...Because on a remote highway at night, when asked to produce them >> by an ‘authority’ with a bad attitude, I don’t want to...
• Re: Injectors get no juice
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:26:24 -0800
  ...if you're working by yourself or don't have a remote start switch. Basically, you mark rotor and distributor position, loosen and pull...
• Re: NVC: The dirtiest job on the planet
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 5 Dec 2011 11:57:10 -0500
  ...Anyway, dealing with you genuinely nice folks isn't remotely like what the article is talking about. But thanks for the thought. Yours, d...
• Re: Engine Rebuild Advice Please
  Historical mailing list - Katy Hahn
  Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:12:01 -0700
  ...We only drive the Westy on long camping trips so when we're 1000s of miles from home or in a very remote area...
• Re: Dometic Experts. Thermostat Part. What is it? PICS
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:21:11 -0400
  ...don't know enough to call me on ;->] [except anything even remotely to do with accounting and such] [and don't ask me about...
• '87 Syncro GL scary high idle
  Historical mailing list - Chris Wyatt
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 17:10:56 -0800
  ...Loveless was in the bushes with a remote control, trying to force me into the intersection. If they're really out to get you...
• Re: Mo'details on FS 90 Syncro Westy: New Hampshire
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 11:12:39 -0700
  ...Power everything, remote keyless entry and alarm, dual batteries with solar charger, stainless steel muffler, Macintosh CD player, car cover, bra. Recently replaced timing...
• For Sale: 1987 Wolfburg Ed Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Durby Suniga
  Mon, 30 Jul 2001 10:25:57 -0700
  ...The passenger side mirror cannot be adjusted remotely from inside as the harness for it has been cut. The windshield wiper water tank has...
• one step forward. one step back
  Historical mailing list - Bob Whitby
  Sun, 14 Apr 2002 17:10:59 -0700
  ...Fit perfectly in the dash and even has a remote control so I can turn it on and off from bed. Cool, no? Brings...
• Compression tester question
  Historical mailing list - Don Spence
  Fri, 16 Nov 2007 10:09:41 -0700
  ...I was doing this w/o remote starter. The gauge should hold its' reading right? i.e. once it's pumped up, it should...
• Re: Real time help needed
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 29 Mar 2020 08:56:23 -0700
  ...at least to the injectors > > Being one man here and no remote start, fiddling on the engine while > cranking ain’t gonna happen today...