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• Re: Speaker wire polarity - replacement
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Wed, 27 Mar 2002 04:15:11 +0800
  ...If you are planning on adding any additional audio/video components, now is the time to install the cabling for it. I ran control...
• Re: Natural Gas Conversion Kit
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 22:31:01 -0500
  ...Where were the tanks? (In the under bed storage lockers on the doka?) Would they fit in any natural location on a "transporter" vanagon...
• Re: Sound System Suggestions needed
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 31 Dec 2005 06:54:53 -0500
  ...Tweeters are also > sold separately as components of a larger system. The problem with these > tweeters is they are not recessed like the factory...
• Re: Where is temperature sensor & why does needle drop when heater is on?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 7 Sep 2015 10:34:24 -0600
  Steve I'm thinking that Your Thermostat may be Stuck Somewhat to AllTheWay Open ~ It has been my experience that if the Components of...
• Re: splicing wires (was: van still dying)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 12:42:47 -0500
  ...The Bentley gives pin by pin specs for most of the critical components of the FI system. Jay Blake Thornton <thornton@MATH.UTAH.EDU...
• Re: Failing Fuel Pump?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 19 Jul 94 00:38:41 CDT
  ...system check with volt/ohmmeter voltmeter to terminal components checks specifications 1 and 13 * wiring from starter * voltage at terminal cranking * starting injection/ 50...
• More rant on grounds and vanagon syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Thu, 10 Apr 2003 09:58:11 -0700
  ...Good design practice would dictate grounding ALL of the EFI components including the ECU to the engine ONLY. (and most modern EFI systems go...
• Re: Another question about O2 sensors..
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 30 Jul 2014 13:08:17 -0700
  ...The ECU components that process the O2 voltage output need a positive and negative connection as does the O2 sensor itself. All DC circuits...
• Re: Ebay CV "kit"....is it any good?
  Historical mailing list - Rich Bennington
  Wed, 5 Apr 2006 09:54:30 -0700
  ...China now seems to be THE Asian location for VW replacement part outsourcing. (I'm not including ignition parts, here, like NGK plugs, etc...
• Re: ECU firmware location
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 14:48:57 -0400
  ...ECU firmware location The MS might be good and flexible, but it sure seems like a time pit... And I don't think I...
• Re: splicing wires (was: van still dying)
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 15:57:37 -0700
  ...The Bentley gives pin by pin specs > for most of the critical components of the FI system. > > Jay > > > > > Blake Thornton <thornton@MATH.UTAH.EDU...
• Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE >>> LAST CALL
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Wed, 11 Sep 2002 20:31:36 -0700
  ...Jerry builds his own AC aftermarket systems and does not have any pictures or partnumbers of the particular components for the Vanagon. He rolls...
• Re: Does your Vanagon "ride happy"
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 19:08:53 -0600
  ...21/2006, Bostig Eng wrote: >> Yeah there is definitely a psychological component to perception when it >> comes to this stuff as well, but filling...
• Re: Vanagon, Rear speaker enclosures- I have them!
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Mon, 6 Oct 2008 12:10:47 -0700
  ...with separate components, with a 5 1/4" woofer in the lower door, and the tweeter installed in the stock speaker location. And, of...
• Re: Bentley wiring diagram. Questions on how to read.
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sun, 24 Feb 2008 09:24:56 -0500
  ...actual shape of the vehicle, with all of the components drawn in thier usual locations, is definitely easier to follow for the layman, but...
• Re: Inside a GEX 2.0L engine, not pretty.
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Tue, 7 Aug 2007 07:52:35 -0700
  ...Actually they did great work in their Baldwin Park, CA location up until the late 70s when management changes sent their quality into the...
• Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE >>> LAST CALL
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 11:41:36 -0700
  ...DIFFERENT YEARS OF THE VW VANS USE DIFFERENT COMPONENTS. That means we have to find 10 or more "Like Enough" Vanagons to qualify. PART...
• Re: More rant on grounds and vanagon syndrome Friday
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Thu, 10 Apr 2003 10:04:26 -0700
  ...It not only helps remove some of the 3-phase AC > component off the charging voltage, but it helps absorb the brief voltage > spikes...
• Re: ECU firmware location
  Historical mailing list - tinker man
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 01:22:18 +0200
  ...Look for any other components for sign of damage. > > > This approach usually can be faster and sufficient to locate the > > > bad component and have...
• Fuel pump relay; spanky & alfalfa fix, was: '81 Westy, fuel pump won't work.... why do I bother...
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 26 May 1999 10:45:01 -0400
  ...This will confirm the relay itself as the culprit (likely) as opposed to the ECU or other components that help pass the signal to...
• Re: '90 Vanagon Jump Seats
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Wed, 22 Mar 2000 22:25:18 -0600
  ...When you do the jump seat install, first place ALL components together in the van for rough location measurements. Next, drill holes and bolt...
• Re: Help...Brake Question
  Historical mailing list - DaveC
  Sat, 13 Apr 2002 09:48:13 -0700
  ...all other vacuum components check out, the diaphragm is bad and should be replaced.] Descriptions such as existence and location of check valve, etc...
• Re: '86 Westy A/C Problem
  Historical mailing list - Deke Rivers
  Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:11:27 -0600
  ...column, you can kiss the Bentley goodbye for electrical issues, and component locations. If you have separate switches, it should be similar to Bentley...
• Re: ECU firmware location
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sat, 22 Sep 2007 22:34:03 -0700
  ...But of course you will need to isolate the defective component. That is the hardest part. Now that your ISCU is an European breed...
• Re: Wiring radio to accessory instead of battery?
  Historical mailing list - chrisrvanagon
  Sun, 25 Mar 2007 15:24:33 -0700
  ...Wiring radio to accessory instead of battery? Your Vanagon does not have an accessory wire at ANY location. The ignition switch does not have...
• Re: new CA emissions standards
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Tue, 28 Sep 2004 10:17:01 -0700
  ...all of the smog components originally installed at the factory are still present on that vehicle and these components still have to be functional...
• Re: fuel line kits
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Tue, 16 Nov 2004 09:59:14 -0800
  ...A co-worker just recently obtained a set of Hella E-Code Headlights for his TDI Passat with the components made in two locations...
• Re: iWesty
  Historical mailing list - Ray Reinhard
  Mon, 30 Sep 2002 16:32:56 -0700
  ...Blaupunkt gives you the option of angling the tweeters rearward for better sound -- a real nice feature given their mounting location in the van...
• Re: '90 Vanagon Jump Seats
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Thu, 23 Mar 2000 06:20:25 -0800
  ...The following tips > should be helpful. > > When you do the jump seat install, first place ALL components together in > the van for rough location...
• Re: WAS Re: Bottom end reassembly?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 09:53:04 -0700
  ...the vacuum advance unit to turn without restriction against other engine components. As long as the #1 firing notch on the rim of the...
• Re: Reducing brake fade on '88 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Thu, 23 Aug 2001 09:55:19 -0700
  ...In many cases where fade was experienced at a given location, changing the fluid to DOT 4 resulted in the cessation of the "second...
• Re: ECU firmware location
  Historical mailing list - tinker man
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 09:28:38 +0200
  ...I'm no SMT expert, but through-hole technology? Pretty good. > But of course you will need to isolate the > defective component. That is...
• Re: Does your Vanagon "ride happy"
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 20:37:51 -0500
  ...21/2006, Bostig Eng wrote: >>>Yeah there is definitely a psychological component to perception when it >>>comes to this stuff as well, but filling...
• Re: Natural Gas Conversion Kit
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 31 Mar 1998 23:14:05 -0800
  ...See http://www.bcgas.com for the locations in BC. There is a home kit that cost about $1000 and it takes about 8...
• Re: Vanagon Swap Concerns
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 6 May 1998 18:52:23 -0700
  ...The transmission and the motor mounts bolt locations are all the same. Parts are at every corner FLAPS especially CIS stuff. And you don...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Larry Edson
  Tue, 28 Sep 2004 12:55:54 -0700
  ...all of the smog > components originally installed at the factory are still present on that > vehicle and these components still have to be functional...
• Re: European ebay find, would this really work?
  Historical mailing list - rpc
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 16:17:28 -0800
  ...I know we probably get more exposure in the states but it is still a location driven market for most cars. Chris, 90 MV...
• Re: Bumpers
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:22:16 -0800
  ...They are both mounted solidly to the "frame" of the van, with no energy absorption between components. The only issue I can see is...
• For Sale:83.5 Westy Vanagon Low Miles , One Owner
  Historical mailing list - David Richoux
  Fri, 14 Jul 2006 14:26:43 -0700
  ...I am moving to a location with too few parking spaces and I need to sell my Westy. I have posted an ad at...
• Re: Aerodynamics - Some experimental comments!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Tue, 19 Oct 2004 17:08:21 EDT
  ...The location of the rear heat shield, the sound shield pan, and the muffler all effect pressure and temperature. To whit, to measure these...
• Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE >>> LAST CALL
  Historical mailing list - Owen Brand
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 21:42:40 -0500
  ...I wonder if someone has pictures of the system components from EuroAir and the manufacturer name / part numbers? I would like to check into...
• Re: Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:14:01 -0800
  ...all grounds, however > I combined some of the grounds at two locations on > the left engine firewall. > > I have a 2.1 Boston Engine...
• [W] Antifreeze in Volkswagens... (fwd)
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 14 Apr 1994 19:45:19 -0600 (CDT)
  ...John pointed out that almost ALL ] cars these days use aluminum components, and no domestic or ] Japanese manufacturers seem concerned with the problem. ] ](2...
• Re: Rear Wheel (Bearing?) squeak
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 7 May 2012 05:56:06 -0400
  ...she's > ready for the road. > > During the restoration process I replaced the rear brake components as well > as disassembled, inspected, repacked, rebooted, and...
• Re: Audio options for a Westfalia...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
  Tue, 16 May 2000 13:02:15 -0700
  ...I also got killer deals on some 5.25" components, and 4X6's for my Scirocco. This was when I lived in Houston with...
• Re: occasional hesitation
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 23 Dec 2017 09:43:44 -0800
  ...I'll suggest a couple of bottles of dry gas, given your location and you came from the Northwest, right? On Dec 23, 2017...
• Re: K&N Cone filters Cold Air Intake for vanagon-eliminate factory airbox
  Historical mailing list - P.Dooley
  Sun, 26 Dec 2004 10:57:45 -0500
  ...You can run a dryer duct or even metal exhaust plumbing to a cold intake air location and top it off with a KN...
• Updated with location: FS: 1988 GL with Auto $3500 Hickory, NC
  Historical mailing list - Bobby Brown
  Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:45:16 -0400
  ...All components present. - Non-working odometer. - Rear fiberglass bumper missing the "sides" - Rear left lower panel crunched. This is the sheet metal directly behind...
• Re: Wiring radio to accessory instead of battery?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sun, 25 Mar 2007 16:13:46 -0700
  ...Wiring radio to accessory instead of battery? > > Your Vanagon does not have an accessory wire at ANY location. The ignition > switch does not have...
• Engine Misses
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Mon, 16 Jul 2001 07:19:36 -0800
  ...Often a plug wire case will rub on a metal components and begin to ground at that point. You can SEE the tiny sparking...
• Re: Stereo/Speakers - review (kind of)
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Mon, 6 Jun 2011 10:26:47 +0000
  On the subject of speakers, my '85 had butchered front door panels with larger speakers installed in the stock location (window cranks were laying...
• Re: WAS Re: Bottom end reassembly?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 08:23:14 -0700
  ...the vacuum advance unit > to turn without restriction against other engine components. As long as the > #1 firing notch on the rim of the...
• Re: A/C info on 85 front mount Update
  Historical mailing list - A J
  Sun, 4 Jul 2010 00:35:56 -0400
  ...Nothing about location of electrical components at all. It did have some info about the compressor but nothing about the parts inside the van...
• Re: Syncro Transmission
  Historical mailing list - Ram�n Celaya
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 00:23:05 -0800
  ...I >> eared the gL5 is corrosive in the brass components. I can't find > Red Line >> gear oil, in Autozone. Any recommendation are welcome...
• good shop / bad shop website?
  Historical mailing list - Sean Solowiej
  Wed, 15 Jan 2003 23:26:30 -0600
  ...It should not be too complex to create a site organized by state (and country), with input lines for: * name and location of repair...
• Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - GROUP PURCHASE >>> LAST CALL
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 11 Sep 2002 22:51:16 -0500
  ...somewhere in > Texas. > Jerry builds his own AC aftermarket systems and does not have any > pictures or partnumbers of the particular components for the...
• Re: Battery almost disaster
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 24 Aug 2014 11:20:47 -0400
  ...On the '91 GL I've been working on, the carpet has a 3/4 inch hole above that location and the bottom has...
• Re: Does your Vanagon "ride happy"
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 18:01:13 -0800
  ...21/2006, Bostig Eng wrote: >>>>Yeah there is definitely a psychological component to perception when it >>>>comes to this stuff as well, but filling...
• Re: Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Mon, 9 Feb 2009 20:45:55 -0600
  ...all grounds, however >> I combined some of the grounds at two locations on >> the left engine firewall. >> >> I have a 2.1 Boston Engine...
• Re: European ebay find, would this really work?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 19:18:15 -0800
  ...I know we > probably get more exposure in the states but it is still a location driven > market for most cars. > > Chris, 90 MV...