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  • Re: Heads-Up - Potential Odometer Fraud
    Historical mailing list - VW Vanagon
    Fri, 22 May 2020 18:47:23 -0600
    ...fail at some point due to that gear or even the speedometer cable > or drive. The owner is concerned and has the means would...
  • Re: missing messages in digest mode (long)
    Historical mailing list - Rodney L. Boleyn
    Thu, 23 Oct 1997 10:56:42 -0400
    ...Speedo cable noise > 2. Paging Michael Jarvis > 3. Parts > 4. Stainless Exhaust (2) > 5. Westy for sale in Ottawa > 6. Looking for So. Az...
  • '56 Kombi Expense Report
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 12 Oct 1995 21:50:08 -0700 (PDT)
    ...12/16/94 cooler, shroud, manifold, $50.00 12/15/94 Speedo cable $12.00 11/15/94 Winsheild seals & popout $38.00 10...
  • Re: Dash Cluster Substitute + Reproduce It ?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:27:38 -0600
    ...the same dash crap as you- >>> >>> original problem was a broken speedo cable, but the job devolved into >>> >>> my being forced into finding, then...
  • Re: Draggin caliper, bad bearing job, or paranoia? - workmanship
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:03:06 -0700
    ...on the right one, since there's no speedo cable to mess with - it's pretty quick to pop off the bearing cap and...
  • 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
    Wed, 7 Nov 2007 07:39:02 -0500
    ...wires -Recently replaced distributor -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) -Recently replaced speedo cable -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount -Upgraded brake lights Now...
  • Vanagon Models, 1990 - USA
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 10 Sep 1996 13:08:03 -0400
    ...Interior Padded edge on instrument panel Speedometer with trip odometer Fuel level gage Coolant temperature gage Analog clock Illuminated vanity mirror Illuminated lockable glove...
  • Re: Dash Cluster Substitute + Reproduce It ?
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Thu, 24 Nov 2011 20:25:33 -0800
    ...the same dash crap as you- >>>>>>>> original problem was a broken >> speedo cable, but the job devolved into >>>>>>>> my being forced into finding, >> then...
  • Re: Undoing the big nut on the upper ball joint - who knows how?
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Wed, 1 May 2013 08:14:13 -0500
    ...speedo is driven from the left front hub. Sometimes there are clearance > issues with the outer hubcap, or could be dry or broken cable...
  • Re: Trusting Your Machine
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Thu, 1 Jul 2004 21:34:04 -0500
    After I bought my 88 GL, the first thing to go was the speedo cable. No biggie, just one of those things, BUT, the...
  • Re: How to operate the temp control
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 15 Oct 1999 15:30:11 -0400
    ...Reset the light by finding rectangular box inside left front wheel with speedo cables running in and out. Find raised nipple on box and...
  • Re: How can I remove the dashboard?
    Historical mailing list - John Meeks
    Sat, 4 Oct 2003 11:42:56 -0400
    ...Wiggle you hand behind the speedometer and unclip the spedo cable. Just squeeze the connector and it will come out. Next pull out the...
  • Re: Dash Cluster Substitute + Reproduce It ?
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Thu, 24 Nov 2011 19:09:11 -0800
    ...the same dash crap as you- > >>> >>> original problem was a broken > speedo cable, but the job devolved into > >>> >>> my being forced into finding, > then...
  • Re: what to do? (part out or what)...
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan
    Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:23:20 -0800
    ...The dent is 4" to 6" deep at the deepest point. > > 214K indicated (at least two broken speedo cables that I can recall, > so...
  • Re: rear heater core in front, was: New thermostat funky?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
    Wed, 5 Dec 2007 19:10:48 -0900
    ...2 > screws for > the column covers, plus disconnecting the wiring harnesses, speedo > cable,etc. You also need to pull your radio, or leave it...
  • Re: Dash Cluster Substitute + Reproduce It ?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:01:10 -0800
    ...the same dash crap as you- >>>> original problem was a broken speedo cable, but the job devolved into >>>> my being forced into finding, then...
  • Re: Steering wheel locked after replacing blower motor
    Historical mailing list - Phil Menchions
    Sun, 22 May 2011 17:19:47 -0200
    ...New blower,heater core,new cables,and hoses. I also had the same issue. You will need to put the key in the ignition...
  • FS: 82 Diesel ASI Camper - dead engine
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 21 Nov 2002 21:38:32 -0700
    ...Speedo cable was broken for a few weeks, so mileage is not completely accurate. Currently says 166K and change. Front chrome bumper corroded and...
  • Vanagon Models, 1991 - USA
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 22 Nov 1996 20:10:50 -0500
    ...Interior Padded edge on instrument panel Speedometer with trip odometer Fuel level gage Coolant temperature gage Analog clock Vanity mirror Illuminated lockable glove box...
  • Re: Brake work pictures
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:21:48 -0700
    ...Put the grease > caps on and pull the speedometer cable through the drivers side and > press the clip on. Drop the caliper assemblies down...
  • Model Summary for 1988 Vanagon USA
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 4 Jan 1996 13:11:52 -0500
    ...Interior Padded instrument panel Speedometer with trip odometer Tachometer Fuel level gage Coolant temperature gage Digital LCD clock Illuminated vanity mirror Illuminated lockable glove...
  • Re: Rust Rot
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 3 Aug 2009 11:42:52 -0700
    ...Rust Rot >> >> >> I had my van up on the rack yesterday as part of the action to replace >>> the speedometer cable. I opted for...
  • Re: reset? OS2 indicator light
    Historical mailing list - Bulley
    Tue, 11 Jan 2000 08:17:52 -0500
    ...under your van, follow the speedometer cable from > the left front wheel, up toward the point where it enters the dash. You > will find...
  • Re: DIY Vanagon Trip Computer Update
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 14 Jul 2002 22:09:27 -0400
    ...Is the reed switch & cable >included in the kit? > >Please keep us informed. > >//Jack >'85 Vanagon > > >On 14 Jul 2002, at 18:53, Edward...
  • dashboard removal
    Historical mailing list - Mark M. Schirmer
    Sun, 7 Jan 1996 19:08:27 -0500 (EST)
    ...the wires so you can remember what goes where) -disconnect the speedometer cable and the other electronic connection behind the tach. The cluster should...
  • Re: what to do? (part out or what)...
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:50:33 -0800
    ...The dent is 4" to 6" deep at the deepest point. > > 214K indicated (at least two broken speedo cables that I can recall, > so...
  • Re: Not starting easily
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
    Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:55:24 -0800
    ...sensor light was operated from a mileage > counter > driven by the speedometer cable. As a bulb check it was also lighted > with > the alternator...
  • Re: Got Shifter Bushings?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:00:31 -0700
    ...251957809J- Syncro Speedometer Drive Cable- $125 >>> >>>>>> 4. 251609701D- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (left)- $75 >>> >>>>>> 5. 251609702- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (right)- $75 >>> >>>>>> 6. 094409181B...
  • Re: Heads-Up - Potential Odometer Fraud
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Fri, 22 May 2020 19:54:25 -0700
    ...fail at some point due to that gear or even the speedometer > cable > > or drive. The owner is concerned and has the means would...
  • Re: Creepy white/tan powder inside windshield rubber
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:15:51 -0700
    ...it's like the O2 sensor wheel revolutions counting box thingy on the speedo cable? VW really thought this ahead on this one. Who...
  • vw parts and cars/vans/buses for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 10 May 1999 15:33:06 EDT
    ...down -split bus washer bottles and rubber buttons '67 down -vanagon speedo cables -vanagon/late bus swivel seat mechanisms - fit ANY vanagon or bus...
  • Re: Got Shifter Bushings?
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:09:21 -0700
    ...251957809J- Syncro Speedometer Drive Cable- $125 >>>> >>>>>> 4. 251609701D- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (left)- $75 >>>> >>>>>> 5. 251609702- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (right)- $75 >>>> >>>>>> 6. 094409181B...
  • Re: Got Shifter Bushings?
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:53:45 -0700
    ...251957809J- Syncro Speedometer Drive Cable- $125 >>>> >>>>>> 4. 251609701D- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (left)- $75 >>>> >>>>>> 5. 251609702- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (right)- $75 >>>> >>>>>> 6. 094409181B...
  • How to replace the brake master cylinder. - long -
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Wed, 15 Mar 2000 15:10:50 -0800
    ...Next reach behind the Speedo cluster and squeeze the plastic retainer holding the cable in and release that. This gives you more play in...
  • EUROPEAN PARTS SHIPMENT is in!!
    Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
    Thu, 7 Oct 1999 21:15:10 -0400
    ...SPEEDO/TACH INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS (COMPLETE) This is the whole cluster, with speedo, tachometer, and clock attached (but not the switches, which pop out). A...
  • Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
    Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:19:44 -0500
    ...wires > > -Recently replaced distributor > > -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) > > -Recently replaced speedo cable > > -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount > > -Upgraded brake lights > > > > > > Now...
  • Re: What does the oil pressure warning buzzer sound like?
    Historical mailing list - mordo
    Sat, 17 Nov 2007 10:30:35 -0500
    ...Jus as an alternate theory, some on the Samba have suggested it's not the buzzer but instead a cold speedo cable. On Nov...
  • FS: CDN 91 Syncro Westy
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Sun, 1 Jan 2006 18:40:15 -0800
    ...Speedo cable needs to be installed (I have it, it's just not installed). Power steering pump, reservoir, not installed (I have the parts...
  • Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
    Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:28:48 -0500
    ...wires >> >> -Recently replaced distributor >> >> -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) >> >> -Recently replaced speedo cable >> >> -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount >> >> -Upgraded brake lights >> >> >> >> >> >> Now...
  • UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
    Thu, 8 Nov 2007 11:20:41 -0500
    ...wires -Recently replaced distributor -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) -Recently replaced speedo cable -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount -Upgraded brake lights Now...
  • Re: roof racks
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Wed, 19 Jun 2002 12:30:17 -0500
    ...get better mileage without the thing up there-- but then my speedo cable >was dying/stripping out at that time, so it's hard...
  • Re: -Now Engine Conversion - doing your own soobie wire harness
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:23:52 -0700
    ...I've seen over the years on vw's - like a speedo cable brazzed to the front wheel bearing cap, for example. It's...
  • '71 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Scott Allred
    Thu, 21 Sep 95 20:54:31 UT
    ...Replaced broken speedometer with a '72 model (nice black face), replaced the gas gauge (black), and put a tach in the clock area. Added...
  • trip report ... very short journey
    Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
    Sun, 3 May 2009 17:06:16 -0700
    ...aside from a little click in the speedo cable .. (asking for lubrication) i gots nice new oil and filter for change in the coming...
  • VW Parts For Sale
    Historical mailing list - Roger Lippman
    Wed, 13 Mar 1996 01:13:21 GMT
    ...round 211 957 801F 1 Speedo cable Bus 1968- 8 Non-resistor spark-plug wire ends 60 Fuses, 8 amp German Bosch # [All parts...
  • VW parts for sale
    Historical mailing list - Roger Lippman
    Tue, 26 Mar 1996 21:47:59 GMT
    ...round 211 957 801F 1 Speedo cable Bus 1968- 8 Non-resistor spark-plug wire ends 60 Fuses, 8 amp German Bosch # [All parts...
  • UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
    Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:24:44 -0500
    ...wires -Recently replaced distributor -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) -Recently replaced speedo cable -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount -Upgraded brake lights Now...
  • VW parts for sale
    Historical mailing list - Roger Lippman
    Mon, 5 Feb 1996 21:08:09 GMT
    ...round 211 957 801F 1 Speedo cable Bus 1968- 8 Non-resistor spark-plug wire ends 60 Fuses, 8 amp German Bosch # [All parts...
  • Re: gas consumption and guiness in the oil
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 8 Mar 2000 19:53:01 -0600
    ...it's driven by a little box down on the speedometer cable. some dealer likely applied the "fix" to it years ago ... they cut...
  • Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:42:04 -0500
    ...wires -Recently replaced distributor -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) -Recently replaced speedo cable -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount -Upgraded brake lights Now...
  • GoWesty Engine Management system
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 6 Nov 2020 02:33:24 +0000
    ...With the speedometer feedback you also get trip computer functions such MPG and other stuff. The vehicle speed can also be offset to compensate...
  • Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
    Thu, 8 Nov 2007 22:27:58 -0500
    ...wires > > -Recently replaced distributor > > -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) > > -Recently replaced speedo cable > > -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount > > -Upgraded brake lights > > > > > > Now...
  • VW Parts and equipment for sale (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Olson
    Fri, 13 Dec 1996 12:23:22 -0800 (PST)
    ...round 211 957 801F 1 Speedo cable Bus 1968- 8 Non-resistor spark-plug wire ends 60 Fuses, 8 amp German Bosch # [All parts...
  • Re: What does the oil pressure warning buzzer sound like?
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 17 Nov 2007 13:37:01 -0600
    ...have suggested it's not the > buzzer but instead a cold speedo cable. > > On Nov 17, 2007 9:51 AM, Richard Golen <rgolen@umassd...
  • Re: GoWesty Engine Management system
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth O'Connor
    Fri, 6 Nov 2020 07:47:43 -0800
    ...With the speedometer > feedback you also get trip computer functions such MPG and other stuff. The > vehicle speed can also be offset to compensate...
  • Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
    Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
    Mon, 12 Nov 2007 17:04:03 -0500
    ...wires -Recently replaced distributor -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated) -Recently replaced speedo cable -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount -Upgraded brake lights Now...
  • this is how bad it gets folks , on $ 9K 86 Westy for sale
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Mon, 12 May 2008 20:04:36 -0700
    ...The top is unusually hard to push up , but seems both cables are in place in the support rod thing. The tent is perfect...
  • Re: GoWesty Engine Management system
    Historical mailing list - turbotransporter
    Fri, 6 Nov 2020 08:38:36 -0800
    ...With the speedometer >> feedback you also get trip computer functions such MPG and other stuff. The >> vehicle speed can also be offset to compensate...
  • Re: Replacing the master cylider
    Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
    Fri, 9 May 2008 13:14:05 -0400
    ...Next reach behind the Speedo cluster and squeeze the plastic retainer holding the cable in and release that. This gives you more play in...
  • Re: Master Brake Cylinder Install
    Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
    Sat, 2 Sep 2006 21:18:30 -0700
    ...Next reach behind the Speedo cluster and squeeze the plastic retainer holding the cable in and release that. This gives you more play in...