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• Re: Hatch Lock -- With Power Door Locks
  Historical mailing list - Jack Botts
  Wed, 12 Aug 2015 15:43:21 -0500
  ...Hatch Lock -- With Power Door Locks From: lalofs@gmail.com To: johnnyjewel43@hotmail.com CC: vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com Just go for it. The...
• Re: Rear hatch will no longer lock, sliding door iffy
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 5 Jan 2010 13:02:36 -0800
  ...Ita a 1987 Wolfsburg with power locks (you lock the front passenger door and the rest of the locks click as well). I've...
• Re: 87 Central Locks
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 13:09:11 -0700
  ...87 Central Locks Hello all, I am a recent owner of a 1987 GL Wolfsburg ed. Initially, the passenger door lock actuator was blown...
• Re: The List
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 14 Dec 2009 13:02:17 -0800
  At one point two years ago, I was able to open all doors, locks, and ignition with one key on 11 vans and 3...
• RE: Need Numbers
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Tue, 19 Sep 1995 09:15:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...good, if unexpected, reason to own your own camper. -Steve Maher smaher@gi.com '71 VW Transporter w/locks and no sharp instruments
• Bela Rocks!
  Historical mailing list - Suzanne Hackett
  Mon, 12 Oct 1998 09:30:25 -0700
  ...The solution had to do with the power locks. I locked and unlocked them several times and the rear door latch unstuck. Thanks again...
• Selling my '90 Syncro Westy, need estimate on value.
  Historical mailing list - Scott R. Holpainen
  Fri, 7 May 1999 13:15:00 -0700
  ...90k miles (odometer was replaced before I bought it) A/C, power windows, power locks, all reciepts, serviced regularlly. One small dent above driver...
• '87 Syncro For Sale - forgot price! 2900.00 o.b.o.
  Historical mailing list - Andrew G. Martin
  Wed, 9 Jan 2002 15:35:44 -0800
  ...Power mirrors, locks, windows. Spot and seam rust but not excessive. Tires fair but NOT equal wear on each. Odometer says 115K but sign...
• Parting out '88 Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Wed, 2 Apr 2003 11:58:03 -0500
  ...cushion) (grey) Wiring harness for front doors with Power windows, door locks, and mirrors If you are interested in anything please email me. I...
• Re: Powder coating door handles
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Wed, 29 Oct 2003 23:08:47 +1300
  ...During the time they are >out, I rebuild the locks. I get pretty good pricing with the quantities I >do, but would expect for...
• Re: glovebox key code
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 6 Dec 2006 20:59:38 -0800
  > > I'm supposed to be a locksmith! > > Is it possible to get true VW vanagon keys that have the rubber tabs on the hand...
• Re: door key cut from code?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:35:01 +0000
  Yes, the dealer will do it or a locksmith with a key cutter. The code is on the inside of the door handle (You...
• Re: Exchange hatches '84 to a '90?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Cavanaugh
  Mon, 30 Jul 2001 21:56:40 -0400
  ...it'll freak out the purists. ;) > >i don't know if you can swap the locks (to keep the single ignition >key locking/unlocking...
• Re: Fuel filler cap stuck
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 21 Jan 2015 15:34:09 -0800
  ...gas cap used the same key as the rest of the locks >> it is common for the gas cap to have been replaced with...
• Re: Problem with lock cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Tue, 9 Jul 2013 10:54:29 -0700
  ...Assuming your van has never been rekeyed that should work on all your locks.
• Re: Roof racks for Westies and Eurobagos
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 09:51:24 -0700
  ...LB65 65" load bars 579 canoe carrier 544 lock set (optional) should be around $275.00 take off $35 or so if no locks.
• Re: Fwd: Wolfsburg Edition vs Other Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - David-M
  Mon, 28 Sep 1998 21:26:08 -0400
  ...Could also have a sunroof. > '87-89 They have rear facing seats, weekender package, A/C, powersteering, > power locks, power windows, power mirrors, cruise...
• Re: Q: central locking system
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
  Fri, 28 May 1999 11:47:57 +0200
  ...Lrae Winterkorn wrote: > ... > Or should you be able to work all locks from either front door? Yes, according to my Syncro you should. The...
• hatch lock stick(some vana content)
  Historical mailing list - KG KG
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 15:13:42 -0600
  ...Sometimes it locks and unlocks easily, and sometimes it just doesn't want to lock. No, the lock is not frozen, and I have...
• Replacing driver's door wiring
  Historical mailing list - Ryan London
  Fri, 18 Mar 2005 17:16:58 -0500
  I've concluded that the time has come to replace all of the wires running through the driver's door (windows, speaker, locks, and...
• Re: rear hatch lock cylinder
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Mon, 28 Feb 2011 12:59:52 -0500
  ...I know locksmiths hate most lubes, I think it was Steve who recommended tri-flow. I do have several keys for the van but...
• Re: Fw: water tank key???
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 21 Oct 1998 17:03:49 -0700
  The early water key can be made up by a locksmith. The keys are not all alike so you need one for your particular...
• Re: Recommended "Club" Type Security Device for Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
  Wed, 20 Dec 2006 23:10:28 +0000
  ...After my storage trailer and all the storage trailers at my Public Storage were broken into (except the ones with the high quality locks...
• Re: Paulchen Rack System For Sale
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Thu, 17 Feb 2000 12:13:56 -0800
  ...Paulchen Rack System For Sale PAULCHEN RACK SYSTEM FOR SALE Fits most Vanagon Rear Hatches Setup For 4 Bicycles & Skis Locks To Rear Hatch...
• Westy part needed
  Historical mailing list - Jenny Loerzel
  Thu, 3 May 2001 15:09:08 -0500
  ...This piece locks into place on the right side so that the stove cover won't come crashing down onto the metal drain board...
• Re: solved!!! driver's door stuck closed
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Friedman
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 15:55:00 -0500
  ...driver's door stuck closed > I am working on a 87 Syncro with power door locks. The key will not work > the lock, the...
• Re: radiator leak
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 24 Jan 2005 15:41:29 -0500
  ...Use channel locks to remove the temp switch behind the the lower grill.Use needle nose plyers to remove(dont loose) the clips that...
• Re: Rear Hatch lock assembly
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 5 Mar 2007 16:54:23 -0500
  ...one I'd appreciate it. > > What is the list's own locksmith Steve-----------? And his web sight or email > address. > > Thanx, > > Chris Snyder > Sandlin...
• '67 Westy resto update (98% burnt out)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Jun 1996 17:41:43 -0700
  ...Rekeying the Latches and Locks: Got it done last week. Paid through the A** and of course heard of the imfamous "someone else who...
• 90 Carat For Sale 95 K miles
  Historical mailing list - Mark Magee
  Sat, 15 Oct 2005 13:14:47 -0500
  ...electric locks and windows. We bought this Vanagon back in 1998 and it has been a daily driver throughout. Good: Straight body, 1 minor...
• RE.-Door won't lock/unlock
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Tue, 16 May 2000 18:20:38 -0500
  ...WD40 is about the worst thing you can put in your locks, It reacts with the grease VW used and gums it up to...
• Re: Shuddering clutch
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:32:45 -0400
  ...The engine was saved by the towing unit, but the rear hatch was hit and the area where it locks was pushed in bad...
• Re: Alarm with power door locks?
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:19:24 -0700
  > What brand and where did you get it? It's a Commando 520-S, from the paperwork I have. I don't remember where...
• '87 Syncro parts FS
  Historical mailing list - (Christopher j. Pierce)
  Sat, 8 May 1999 21:32:26 EDT
  ...this is what I have left..... -1 Engine with 133k new heads -1 Drive train (tranny-diff-drive shaft) -elec windows and locks from...
• List status - from spare vanagon admin
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Mon, 21 Jun 1999 09:54:36 -0700
  Folks, Occasionally Gerry locks up and will not distribute messages until it is rebooted. When this happens, we fall back on the Spare Vanagon...
• Re: Vent Windows
  Historical mailing list - Jeanne Maly
  Wed, 19 Apr 2000 13:51:50 -0700
  Somewhere I read that it is possible to get locks for the wing vents. Does anybody know where? Jeanne ----- Original Message ----- From: Dan Fleming...
• Finally got a westy!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Dale Goodvin
  Sun, 26 May 2002 13:40:12 -0700
  ...white, power locks, windows, mirrors, cruise, air, automatic very nice interior, fridge, stove perfect canvas, screens body in very good condition virtually new tires...
• Re: Westy Window Install
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 15 Oct 2002 10:10:26 -0300
  ...slide it to the left. > There is a little "tit" that locks the screen all the way to the front. > If you lift it...
• Pagining Sandlin was Re: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Thu, 24 Apr 2003 12:44:36 EDT
  ...argh!) Anyway I can't access steve's website but would like to get locks changed and sounds like steve might be just the...
• Sagging Wolfsburg/Carat Table
  Historical mailing list - James V
  Tue, 17 Feb 2004 13:30:53 -0800
  ...It doesn't really seem like there's excessive play before it "locks" - that is, I can only lift up on the table about...
• FS: rare westy single middle seat on swival lockbox
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 12 Sep 2005 13:46:18 EDT
  ...swivals 360�, has seatbelts, and storage box underneath locks (have key as well) this seat fits all vanagons/westys. i have floor rails/tracks...
• Re: Squeaky front end parts
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 21 Sep 2006 09:46:23 -0400
  ...Under Automotive Use they say: "Will stop freezing of trunk lids, doors, and locks, it will also waterproof ignition systems, silence door hinges, lubricate...
• Need power window/mirror harness
  Historical mailing list - W Monk
  Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:40:57 -0500
  I was able buy two door that have power window,mirror and locks. The doors came from a 90 or 91. I want to...
• Keys from code
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 9 May 2022 22:02:39 -0400
  ...Now, the rear hatch lock works perfectly and the other locks feel much better. Thanks Steve and thanks to the great info this list...
• Re: coolant tank cap
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 20 Sep 2015 10:38:40 -0500
  Put a rag over it, grip with channel locks, twist to the left. Do not put pressure on the spout. It will break off...
• Re: $10k Syncro on eBay in Maine
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:53:43 -0500
  ...The photos are impressive if it really has front and rear diff locks and 106k on the odo. something about the photos isn't...
• Re: Water under back seat
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 28 Oct 1996 10:37:48 +0000
  > Thanks everyone for you help with my propane tank problem and sticky > locks. Now another.. I have water under my back seat ('85 Westy...
• Parting out: 2 SYNCRO'S
  Historical mailing list - (Christopher j. Pierce)
  Tue, 4 May 1999 10:42:37 EDT
  ...this is what I have left..... -1 Engine with 133k new heads -1 Drive train (tranny-diff-drive shaft) -elec windows and locks from...
• 1987 GL for $4500/bo in San Francisco
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Wed, 31 May 2000 21:26:22 EDT
  ...For Sale 1987 Vanagon GL, 4spd, power steering, power windows, power locks. Maroon color. Gray interior. AC. Nice cassette deck. 24K on new engine...
• Re: Wanted: Water tank key
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 1 May 2000 15:53:09 -0700
  ...from the side of the bus and take it into a locksmith to have a key made, (a bit of work and probably cost...
• Re: gummed up locks / Really?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Mon, 14 Feb 2005 14:00:20 EST
  In a message dated 2/14/05 12:54:49 PM, vwcarlocks@HOTMAIL.COM writes: << That's the most common cause of gumming them...
• Fwd: Vanagon key rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Steven Yoon
  Tue, 6 Dec 2011 17:36:16 -0500
  ...Either are > solveable. > Steve Sandlin > Registered Locksmith
• Re: For Starters
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 12:04:33 -0500
  ...Also, my Syncro doublecab is equipped with front and rear differential locks. The rear differential lock servo needs to be removed in order to...
• Re: Locks and keys
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Thu, 14 Sep 2006 19:06:30 -0400
  Check posts in the archives by Tabe Johnson on how to remove and Steve Sandlin on how to clean, and maybe also how to...
• Re: passenger door flip out window
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 25 Apr 2007 21:16:21 -0700
  ...It only goes down to a 45 degree angle (and locks > there) instead of the 90 degree angle on the drivers side. Any ideas...
• Der Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Fri, 20 Jan 1995 08:15:40 -0800 (PST)
  ...If you have a pair of very large > channel locks, pushing the piston back into the caliper > shouldn't be very hard. Just clamp...
• cornucopia of questions
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Wed, 29 May 2002 15:06:16 -0400
  ...The power locks work great except that the driver's side behaves erratically. If the passenger locks/unlocks his/her door, the driver's...
• '90 better than '86?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Mon, 13 Feb 1995 16:42:32 -0800 (PST)
  ...The only possible upgrades are like power heated mirrors, power door locks (may your '86 has em', I dunno). I was in Dave Garth...
• Re: Unstick Lock Key Holes?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 26 Oct 1996 20:50:48 -0400
  ...Finally on a warm spring day after a cold Vermont winter of walking around to the only free lock I removed the offending locks...
• FS 1997 Eurovan Panel Van, Calgary, AB, CANADA $25000CAN
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 4 Apr 1999 22:20:13 -0500
  ...also says it has power steering, power brakes, and power locks (!?). with am/fm/cassette radio. Fifth Avenue Auto Haus 3404 - 5th Avenue Northeast...