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  • Re: Bus Depot and debate for Californians
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Sibley
    Sat, 4 May 2002 22:23:38 EDT
    ...we should sever all ties and let the north become the "socialist republic of sex changed pseudo californians" that they currently are....however, we...
  • Re: What do Vanagon drivers ride?
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
    Mon, 10 Feb 2003 18:58:50 -0500
    ...here is my current bicycle line up. Raleigh mountain bike converted to single speed. Giant Butte built for ice biking and general winter riding...
  • Stereo upgrade...
    Historical mailing list - Lee Roesner
    Wed, 18 Jun 2003 09:12:35 -0700
    HI, I was thinking about using/upgrading my 2 overhead speakers located in the air conditioner unit in the rear (currently not used). I...
  • Re: Vitrifrigo/Truck Fridge power usage
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:53:26 -0700
    ...Current draw on 12 volt is 2.5 amps >> (average) with an average daily usage of 22 amp-hours." > > Don't compare apples and...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Multimeter help UPDATE-77 Westy
    Historical mailing list - courtney hook
    Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:49:03 -0700
    ...This is supposed to indicate a current draw. I then > proceeded to remove the fuses one by one to see which circuit > the light...
  • Re: Electrical puzzle
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Sat, 16 Jun 2018 10:16:19 -0600
    ...The Relay is not a Bandaid, It Is The way the Circuit Should Have Been Done In The 1st Place ~ > The required current to...
  • Wheels upgrade
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Edwards
    Sat, 4 Jun 2011 11:27:41 -0600
    ...I currently have a recently rebuilt 1.9 (less than 10k on the motor) which runs great. Long term plan is to go suby...
  • Seen my van? Just curious; PLUS: Melted lightswitch... again!
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 29 Aug 1998 08:05:33 EDT
    ...As far as your relay, it sounds like you may be getting the *current* (mega-amps) for your Daylighters from the high beam wire...
  • Re: heater switch
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:39:36 -0700
    ...It really needs a relay to handle that current now that the vans are getting old and the motor probably draws even more current...
  • Re: kill switch for pickle
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:25:06 -0500
    ...this wire on my '83 1.9l. > >Any idea how much current flows through it? Semi-educated guess, maybe five amps or so? Other...
  • Re: Aux Battery in GL-Sure Power Instructions Needed
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 10 Apr 2010 08:39:48 -0700
    ...1/2 second after the relay closes, also known as inrush current. I have found the relay to be more robust than the spec...
  • Transporter Needed
    Historical mailing list - George Mitchell
    Wed, 27 Jan 1999 19:07:31 -0500
    ...For those USA residents take advantage of our currently pitiful Canadian dollar. Rune Mitchell owner/operator Auto Allemagne. (819) 682-5000
  • Help with 82 Vanagon stereo install please!
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 1 Jul 2001 10:05:58 -0700
    ...The current deck is a shaft-type receiver, the new one is a DIN opening fit. When I take the faceplate off of the...
  • Re: Something is draining my battery...
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Wed, 13 Jun 2007 16:33:06 -0400
    ...My stereo does take some current to keep its memory alive, can anyone tell me what a reasonable limit to any current drain would...
  • Does mileage really matter?
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Sun, 2 Mar 2014 21:22:36 -0600
    ...mileage to report when someone asks - only what's on the current speedometer. The mileage issue seems to spook my potential buyers. They ain...
  • Adding a new refrigerator
    Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
    Sat, 9 Nov 2013 11:07:31 -0700
    ...Need to fit in the current opening, OR on the upper bed (high top) or hang above the water tank cabinet. Need to be...
  • Steel coolant lines?
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Sat, 15 Jun 2013 08:12:31 -0600
    Hi Volks! I'm currently prepping my engine swap and fuel tank and sending unit replacement figuring with all that out of the way...
  • Re: Electric vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:29:59 -0800
    ...store or > taking the kids to school. > And right now, with current technology, that is the strong point in favor of the electric vehicle...
  • Rare Vanagon Toy - Ebay
    Historical mailing list - Matt Drew
    Wed, 20 May 2009 00:49:19 -0700
    ...I can't currently justify the expenditure, but this is the first time in YEARS that I've seen this model available. It's...
  • Re: That wonderful ignature VW "chrip"!
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Snook
    Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:09:52 -0700
    ...My old '67 Bug had it, but I haven't heard it from my current '84 Vanagon (wbxr). You're right, though. Very distinctive...
  • Blinker Relay
    Historical mailing list - Banks
    Fri, 14 Jun 1996 17:12:45 -0400 (EDT)
    ...bad or do i have some sort of short causing the current to go really high, really fast? i have an 85 GL, and...
  • Re: JT's Magic Bus Project Update
    Historical mailing list - John T. Croteau
    Wed, 6 Sep 1995 09:57:36 -0500 (CDT)
    ...Croteau - Preserver of Precious Metals and Network Engineer \/ \/\/ '66 Transporter currently under a complete custom restoration \/\/ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
  • Want to buy a Westy 1987 or newer
    Historical mailing list - Dr. Ames
    Fri, 14 Feb 1997 11:30:54 PST
    Dear Group, I am currently looking to buy a Westy (1987-1991, AT/AC).not a weekender. I live in Sacramento ,CA. If anyone...
  • Need a Vanagon Diesel
    Historical mailing list - Alan Conway
    Tue, 7 Oct 1997 17:30:54 -0400
    ...I want a Diesel vanagon within 300 miles of New York City to rebuild my current van with. (Gearbox, suspension, fuel tank etc.) Alan...
  • engine temps
    Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
    Sun, 28 Mar 1999 00:06:43 -0500
    The current thermostat discussion makes me wonder exactly how hot the coolant gets in a fully warmed vanagon engine. The thermostat may open at...
  • Wiper Blades
    Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
    Fri, 28 May 1999 12:44:23 -0700
    ...Anyone out there have 2 cents on the subject? I currently have the stock blades (Bosch I believe). Is there any downside to using...
  • Ken Wyatt and the Vanagon List Sticker Contest Site
    Historical mailing list - dave
    Fri, 18 Feb 2000 15:33:29 -0600
    ...Again the address is < http://kokopellisgarden.com/VWsticker/ >, the current temporary site is at < http://www.251.org/sticker.html >. dave dave@251.org
  • Re: quad grill bra!?
    Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
    Fri, 21 Jan 2000 11:36:35 -0500
    >i currently have bras on both my 90 and 88 vans, do these bras >cater to these quads or not The Colgan bra I...
  • Re: Halon & extinguishers in general
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Sat, 11 Nov 2000 00:43:15 +1200
    ...Andrew Grebneff Dunedin, New Zealand VW & mollusc nut 1984 Caravelle (currently SVX engine waiting for a trans) 1985 Mitsubishi Galant Sigma 2.0 (FWD...
  • Interesting Syncro Adventurer
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Wed, 1 Nov 2000 11:42:29 -0800
    A new post to the syncro registry this morning is from a guy currently in Rwanda on his way around the world in a...
  • FS: Double Cabs and Syncros on eBay
    Historical mailing list - Isaac Taylor
    Fri, 21 Dec 2001 12:24:53 -0500
    ...Bidding currently at $500. Also some syncros (with a reserve). I am not the seller. http://cgi6.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll...
  • NVC Premature Props
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Sun, 26 May 2002 12:37:13 -0500
    To all Vanagon Listees that have or are currently serving our country: Tomorrow's the day we honor you, but today is the day...
  • Re: Boston Engine Website ?
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Wed, 12 Mar 2003 11:31:13 -0700
    Just tried going there..."no entrance"! Bob "The page you are looking for is currently unavailable. The Web site might be experiencing technical difficulties...
  • CarFax?
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Fri, 6 Feb 2004 06:21:27 -0800
    Anyone have a current CarFax account and would be willing to run a VIN for me? Thanks, TJ Hannink Goldibox - 1987 Vanagon Camper, Wolfsburg...
  • cleaning interior
    Historical mailing list - Demon Imp
    Sun, 23 Sep 2007 15:30:34 -0700
    ...I'm finishing the job I'm currently on this coming Wednesday and then going on a 2 month road trip. I'd like...
  • Re: sliding doorhandle escucheon
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:25:10 -0600
    What year were these for? Not near my resources, but I have one and my 91GL does not have one on it currently. Michael...
  • Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
    Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
    Sat, 19 Jun 2004 14:55:10 -0400
    ...second, the spark current is initially limited by the resistance across the plug gap, but at peak spark current is ultimately limited by the...
  • SA Quad light grille UPDATE
    Historical mailing list - Turner,Ronald L.
    06 Feb 97 12:28:59 EST
    Hi, All - I'm currently sifting thru the feedback, looks positive. here's another website you can punch up with a pic of a...
  • Fwd: Re: [vanagon] need tech info for tach cluster circuit board
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 14 Oct 1999 02:57:01 -0400
    ...It passes current in only one direction, when the >banded end is negative compared to the unbanded end. If you are using an >analog...
  • Re: Mini Fridge
    Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
    Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:56:10 -0400
    ...It will draw so much current it probably wouldn't even be safe. -craig On Jun 10, 2013, at 12:29 PM, Jeff Lincoln...
  • Re: Small UPS SLA batteries...deep cycle substitute?
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:36:21 -0800
    ...I would avoid using for 12V > heater on stock Westy fridge because of the current draw, for example. > This setup has the advantage the...
  • Re: No High Beams
    Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
    Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:29:32 -0700
    You have relays of course and if you figure the current draw for each set of conditions Lo, Hi, pullback both hi and lo...
  • 2 vans 4 sale SF area
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 21 Jan 1995 20:12:46 -0800
    ...Registration current thru 10/85. 2. Air-cooled ('81-'83?) vanagon L, not a camper, 4 speed, puke cream-yellow colored. Registration current thru...
  • Re: Horn Problem
    Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
    Wed, 8 Mar 2000 06:27:00 EST
    ...I suspected a poor contact unable to pass the current. Clean as I might it never stayed. I installed a relay at the horn...
  • Re: A/C Fan speed 3 not working in ' 91 Carat
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Thu, 28 Feb 2002 14:42:29 -0400
    Could be rust or some such, but most likely it has melted back there as there is too much current on high for the...
  • Re: Windshield washers
    Historical mailing list - Terry K.
    Sun, 26 May 2002 12:17:35 -0500
    ...do this update---- I simply drilled out the orifice of the current squirter's to accept a small copper tube, inserted the tube, attached...
  • So... am I nuts? (ign. sw)
    Historical mailing list - neil
    Fri, 27 Oct 2006 00:53:17 -0400
    ...far as possible clockwise in order to make current flow to ignition? Pretty sure current to ignition is happening before key turns over starter...
  • Re: Purpose of "Voltage Stabilizer" in Instrument cluster?
    Historical mailing list - Mike S
    Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:55:35 -0400
    ...Less resistance causes more current to flow, making more heat, bending the metal more, making the gauge read higher. If you bypass the regulator...
  • Propex heaters : group purchase offer
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:58:49 -0500
    ...Pricing at the current exchange rate would bring the price down about $100-125 less than my current price, which has already been reduced...
  • Re: Don't yell at me but I tried led H4
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 19 Jun 2017 18:34:52 -0700
    ...The current draw varied with input voltage. At 14V the current measured 1.20A. At 10V the current measured 1.10A. But curiously, at...
  • Re: Wheelchair Batteries vs GW Aux Battery
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Wed, 5 Jul 2017 15:05:04 +0000
    ...The one thing about the blue seas acr which does give me pause is the max current allowed during forced combine. As in the...
  • Re: +24v electrical system
    Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
    Wed, 26 Feb 2003 10:54:19 -0800
    ...Re: +24v electrical system > In any wiring system, current is the main limiting > factor to the wire itself. Having problems with this > in the...
  • Re: Alternator not charging/ solenoid meltdown
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 21 Feb 2000 19:23:57 -0500
    ...The alternator needs to be supplied a tiny current through this circuit in order to begin charging. According to Bentley, a thin black wire...
  • list census
    Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
    Wed, 6 Jun 2001 22:33:45 -0700
    ...I currently work at the VW dealer. Before that, I have sold parts at every damn VW parts place within 20 miles of my...
  • Re: busdepot discount code
    Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
    Sat, 14 Feb 2015 14:22:24 -0800
    ...On 2/14/2015 2:21 PM, Dan Winget wrote: > Does anyone know if bus depot has a current discount code > toodle pip, -- Dug...
  • WANTED: 2.1l wbx flywheel for 4-sp tranny (Portland or Seattle)
    Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
    Wed, 23 Apr 2014 07:47:32 -0700
    ...Who locally has a flywheel, or a lead on one? I can even do a core exchange for Cunegonde's current flywheel, once the...
  • Re: Solar Panel - Diode question for Westy
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:08:57 -0500
    At 12:42 PM 12/29/2011, ralph meyermann wrote: >A diode only lets current travel one direction. Im not sure which specific >diode...
  • 87 2.1L Vanagon Motor for sale in MA
    Historical mailing list - Jamie McMahon
    Mon, 18 Jul 2011 22:20:03 +0000
    ...exaust manifold and tune up 3 weeks ago. Converting to Zetec. Currently installed in the van and can be heard and driven. Asking $1000...
  • Re: Rear heater cores
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 27 Dec 2010 13:23:46 -0800
    ...Rear heater cores Hi, Has anyone on the list purchased the rear heater core that is currently offered ebay for $31?Are they good...
  • Re: Busses To Drown Vanagons?
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 14 Apr 1995 23:15:18 -0400
    ...and using a year designation if appropriate Peter Krogh Formerly '72 dual carb pancake airsucker, currently '85 (bought it new) Westy Wasserboxer Kensington MD.