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• Electrical Gremlin
  Historical mailing list - Dave Chameides
  Mon, 10 Jan 2005 09:14:15 -0800
  ...Then I noticed that when I turn the headlights on, the lights on the dash didn�t come on (speedometer/clock/etc.) but my...
• Re: OXS light on dash
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Tue, 21 Jul 1998 20:26:48 PDT
  ...Any hints or remedies? > >Thanks! > Ah, once again, the OXS light rears its head. This must be in the archives at least 30 times...
• the inevitable "help me install my tachometer!" installation question
  Historical mailing list - Jason Gorfine
  Sat, 29 Sep 2001 13:05:34 -0400
  ...the speedometer was/is broken, but i'd been planning to use the speedometer from my 82 anyway, so i thought, "no big deal...
• Re: Noisy speedo
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Sun, 27 Dec 2015 23:05:26 -0800
  ...Yesterday morning, the speedometer starts making a whirling noise as I head down the street for the first drive of the day. It's...
• Re: Instrument cluster screws
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 9 Jul 2006 08:55:37 -0500
  ...heads, they will break the plastic mounts immmediately. Jim On Jul 9, 2006, at 1:24 AM, Jeff Palmer wrote: > Finally got my speedometer...
• Re: Can a whining speedometer be fixed?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 8 Aug 2000 22:46:18 -0400
  ...You young'uns...I dunno <shakes head>. Lubing the speedo cable used to be a regular thing, back when I was a lad. Thin...
• Re: Oil Pressure Buzzer? After Tach Wiring.
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 16 May 2005 17:33:17 -0700
  ...the speedometer. > >The board is fed through a long multi-pin header along the top edge of > >the rear of the speedometer. > > I will...
• Re: Vanagon total drag and mechanical losses
  Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
  Sun, 29 Nov 1998 12:21:22 -0600
  ...Put your head against the driver's window, hold the speedometer on your right shoulder with the macro lens position selected, and start the...
• '66 progress, questions about wiring, lights
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 22 Apr 1996 09:52:08 -0700
  ...Also the head-light buckets needed a good cleaning, the lenses got a good rubbing out on the front and look much better now...
• Re: Effects of tire sizes on fuel economy!
  Historical mailing list - P. Stanhope
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 17:17:52 -0800
  ...Engine appears > to work harder taking > hills or head winds. Mileage was probably affected > by actual higher > speeds being traveled due to speedometer correction...
• Re: 85 spedo repair
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cronin
  Sun, 1 Dec 1996 14:48:35 -0500 (EST)
  ...So now, without a speedometer OR odometer, I headed to the junkyard. I almost fainted when the guy told me $200 for a used...
• Re: Choice of Lube
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 09:19:35 -0600
  ---- Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > The squeaking-squealing is often from the speedometer head itself, not the > cable. Lubricant will usually quiet it...
• Re: Choice of Lube
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Mon, 3 Mar 2014 13:14:04 -0800
  ...On 2/18/2014 6:21 AM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > The squeaking-squealing is often from the speedometer head itself, not the > cable. Lubricant...
• Re: Diesel mileage tire question (odometer accuracy
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Wed, 15 Dec 2004 15:53:02 -0600
  ...That being said, I am going to hook up my GPS and see just how accurate ole Bill Bones' speedometer is. I am running...
• 1988 Vanagon For Sale
  Historical mailing list - John Russ
  Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:22:16 -0500
  ...The automatic transmission was rebuilt last winter and the heads were done about 40,000 miles ago. there is 200,000 plus miles on...
• Re: how to fix cracked intrument cluster housings where speedo/tach mount to cluster
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:40:33 -0600
  ...Then, epoxy the studs where the screws used to go > and use nuts and washers to hold the speedometer to it's mountings. > > Mike >
• Finally, my '52 barndoor parts want list
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 6 Feb 1996 19:24:55 -0500
  ...interior (front kick panels w/ash tray) -black horn button (flat style) -speedometer glass -t-handel heater knob and choke knob -4 16" wheels...
• Re: Dashboard lights
  Historical mailing list - Michael Richardson
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 01:46:55 -0500
  ...illuminate the > speedometer and tachometer from the top of the dash-board - all other > dash lights work including the "bright headlight switch". Same thing...
• speedometer noise and other ramblings
  Historical mailing list - lbart
  Tue, 7 Jan 1997 23:30:24 -0500
  ...speedometer or odometer function, everything works fine, the needle doesn't wobble or anything. The sound appears to be coming from the head unit...
• Re: Diesel mileage tire question (odometer accuracy)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 15 Dec 2004 10:56:47 -0800
  ...thanks for the headsup. > >Incidentally, these are front tires P185/75R14, what front tires should I be >running for more accurate speedometer/odometer? > >-- gnarlie > > >
• Re: Speedometer Source
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:16:16 -0400
  ...So there are four different speedo heads out there beside the ones that are for the early Vanagons (screw on connector in rear). Ken...
• electrical problems... confusing!
  Historical mailing list - Chad Lyles
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 10:39:39 -0700
  ...wipers and speedometer are not working OR my blower (for the heater). so get this ... right after i put the new head lights in...
• Re: Soeedo repair
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Thu, 20 Jan 2022 18:53:21 +0100
  ...I thought it worked, but the problem soon reared ir's ugly head and came back.I seem to remember someone doing speedometer repair...
• Lights out!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:40:29 -0500
  ...The speedometer light is out. This van has the SA headlights, has the headlight switch bypass relays installed. Driving home last night I did...
• Re: Dash Cluster Needed, '86+
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:22:15 -0400
  ...Pretty > much every GPS program has a speedometer/heading/trip computer > feature these days. > > Happy Trails, > > Greg Potts > Toronto, Ontario Canada > 197x Westfakia "Bob...
• Re: 3 Questions
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Sun, 6 Dec 1998 19:36:25 -0800
  ...My headlights are far too dim for safe operation. I > figure this must have something to do with a loose ground or bad > connection...
• Speedo cable install question
  Historical mailing list - Andrew R.
  Wed, 19 Feb 2014 21:37:51 -0800
  Hey all, I've got a new speedometer cable installed from the dash head unit down through the body, bypassing the old OX counter...
• Re: Horrid Econolines Masquerading as Real Vanagons!
  Historical mailing list - Charles Hokanson
  Sat, 4 Nov 2000 01:43:14 EST
  ...along until I run out of speedometer. It has 210,000 miles on it and now head gasket problems. I love it. I also...
• Re: Magnetic Tachs - bicycle to vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Fri, 7 Nov 2003 06:59:53 -0500
  ...I also lengthened the wire going from sender to head unit with no trouble. The link on my webpage to bike nashbar is probably...
• Re: Noisy speedo
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 28 Dec 2015 10:14:50 -0500
  ...Yesterday morning, the speedometer starts making a whirling noise as I head down the street for the first drive of the day. It's...
• Re: Dashboard lights
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sun, 16 Nov 2014 07:16:35 -0400
  ...illuminate the >> speedometer and tachometer from the top of the dash-board - all other >> dash lights work including the "bright headlight switch". > > Same thing...
• Re: Warning!!! Check Your Speedometer
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sat, 11 May 2002 08:09:19 -0500
  ...with all this in mind, as I still am scratching my head, on how in the hell you did this miraculous feat---- You are...
• re: Good News/ 3rd gears woes
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 15 Dec 1995 03:24:47 -0500
  ...the head gasket, all I need is to get the rattles out of the sink unit and the clicking in the speedometer cable and...
• Removing Speedo Face '80
  Historical mailing list
  09 Jul 97 11:18:45 PDT
  ...I filled my scratches in with a black permanent marker and had to file the screw head to make them look nice again. Re...
• 3 Questions
  Historical mailing list - Seth C. Bruggeman
  Sun, 6 Dec 1998 14:43:05 -0500
  ...My headlights are far too dim for safe operation. I figure this must have something to do with a loose ground or bad connection...
• Re: Choice of Lube
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 12:59:16 -0500
  ...Choice of Lube ---- Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > The squeaking-squealing is often from the speedometer head itself, not > the cable. Lubricant will...
• Re: instrument panel lights
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 18 Jul 94 13:36:09 CDT
  On Mon, 18 Jul 94 11:39:29 CDT Will Self said: >In my '84 Vanagon the lights behind the speedometer and heating >controls...
• Re: Lights out!
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:20:22 -0500
  ...The speedometer light is out. > > This van has the SA headlights, has the headlight switch bypass relays > installed. > > Driving home last night I did...
• Re: Old Volks Home Cluster Retrofit Question
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 24 Apr 2010 22:32:07 -0700
  ...things off the top of my head that are different are... the 86 to 91 printed circuit has connections in the speedometer area of...
• Re: Old Volks Home Cluster Retrofit Question
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sun, 25 Apr 2010 04:36:06 -0400
  ...They had km speedometers and odometers. I have 88,000+ km on the one in my '84 Vanagon On Sat, 2010-04-24 at...
• Re: TOP SPEED/Land Speed Record
  Historical mailing list - Jon Joyce
  Mon, 25 Mar 2002 22:13:37 -0600
  ...my '81 4-spd 2.0 with a progressive carb and big heads will do 90 or so (speedo indicated with stock tires) without...
• Re: Help: 89 Westy w/Noisy Speedometer
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 20 Nov 1995 13:09:57 -0800
  ...Should I replace(new/used), or tear into the speedo head? > >Although I agree with Steve Mather....when my speedo acted up by clicking...
• Two small questions
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sun, 8 Jun 2003 16:16:42 -0400
  ...Is the speedometer cable the same for all years (80 and up) and models? 2. The interior light above the driver - it works in...
• Re: Help With Instrument Lighting Please
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Mar 97 12:29:15 EST
  ...All, My digital clock between the speedometer and odometer is no longer backlit when I have my headlights on. Does anyone has any experience...
• Re: gas mileage
  Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
  Tue, 1 Jun 1999 08:05:09 -0700
  ...Thought my odometer had gone haywire since the speedometer has 238K miles of thinking it's part of a rhythm section. Lighter than a...
• Re: Speedometer Cable
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:40:50 -0700
  ...Usually it's a dried out head unit, which can be lubed. I've also had some success with Tri-Flow in the cable...
• Re: used parts
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 Feb 95 14:04:56 PST
  ...listed for $99. Automatic transmissions are $50. Head lights (bulbs) $3 each. There are plenty of speedometers of all brands. Anything you see, DIY...
• Re: Dash Cluster Needed, '86+
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:39:42 -0700
  ...What especially humorous is that it appears that AZ actually has NO LAW which requires a speedometer. You can look through the relevant statutes...
• Re: Old Volks Home Cluster Retrofit Question
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Davis
  Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:51:10 -0700
  ...The only thing is now my headlights don't work. The switch turns on all the other lights except for the headlights. I haven...
• Speedometer Cable
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Wed, 12 Jul 2017 01:45:40 +0000
  ...Just installed a rebuilt speedo head from GoWesty, and have the same bouncing problems (causing my cruise control to be glitchy). I've done...
• lights goin' bezerk
  Historical mailing list - ajw
  Thu, 1 Feb 2001 20:05:40 -0500
  hi y'all! my 87 vanagaon recently blew out the bulb which lights the speedometer, which is not at all bizarre, but since then...
• Re: Clicking in wheels...
  Historical mailing list - sstones
  Sat, 11 Feb 1995 16:43:56 -0500 (EST)
  ...Put your ear up to the speedometer, or as close as you can get without gettin your head stuck in the steering wheel. If...
• Re: Lights out!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:43:42 -0700
  ...The speedometer light is out. >> >> This van has the SA headlights, has the headlight switch bypass relays >> installed. >> >> Driving home last night I did...
• Re: Choice of Lube
  Historical mailing list - TonyCollin
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 16:11:43 -0500
  ...Choice of Lube ---- Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > The squeaking-squealing is often from the speedometer head itself, not > the cable. Lubricant will...
• Dashboard lights
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Sat, 15 Nov 2014 15:20:24 -0800
  ...illuminate the speedometer and tachometer from the top of the dash-board - all other dash lights work including the "bright headlight switch". At first...
• Re: Warning!!! Check Your Speedometer - What a Sad, Sad Example
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 12 May 2002 15:31:25 -0700
  ...Warning!!! Check Your Speedometer - What a Sad, Sad Example > Are you all serious??? My 1989 speedometer has BOTH the MPH and KPH printed > clearly...
• 1984 For sale
  Historical mailing list - finalcut
  Sat, 13 Jan 2001 16:08:27 -0500
  ...Interior needs work, and it needs some cv joint attention and push rod attention but oil leak is minute and heads look fine. Runs...
• Re: Speedometer Source
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:45:45 -0400
  ...also MPH and KPH speedos. > So there are four different speedo heads out there beside the ones that > are for the early Vanagons (screw...
• Winkler catalogue arrived
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Thu, 30 Jul 1998 16:36:44 -0700
  ...There are various light kits avaliable, the integrated foglights and a dual rectangular headlight set where all four headlights are the same size. Different...
• Re: speedometer removal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 2 Jun 2011 23:17:05 -0700
  ...speedometer removal > Anyone know where there are instructions for removing the speedometer > from the housing? > > I screwed up my odometer a while ago, well...