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• Keeping in Key -OR- It Takes Only One Time to Learn
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 23 Apr 96 18:33:10 EDT
  ...so i get a ride to a locksmith. only i had forgotten the broken key at home *duh!* so they make a key by...
• Re: Tailgate lock
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 13 Sep 2021 21:23:40 -0700
  ...There is a great possibility that lock > will not fit your vehicle. > Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith > > > Sent from Outlook<http://aka.ms/weboutlook> > -- 1989...
• Re: Manual Tranny Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Mon, 7 Mar 2016 13:27:38 -0400
  ...Something popped last Saturday, > and now every time it is put in 4th it locks up and can't be gotten out of > fourth...
• Power-door luck
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 00:55:26 -0700
  My '91 has power door locks and I'am having a problem with one of the motors...on the passenger side. It keeps unlocking...
• Re: Power Door Locks
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 29 Mar 1998 06:19:11 -0500
  To Todd and all others interested. This power door lock continuious cycling problem is common. It's caused by oxidation of the electrical contacts...
• HOW TO REMOVE WESTY SCREENS:Re: Westy Window Install
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 15 Oct 2002 09:26:17 EDT
  ...slide it to the left. > > There is a little "tit" that locks the screen all the way to the front. > > If you lift it...
• radio help
  Historical mailing list - Claudio Cella
  Mon, 11 Nov 2002 13:15:33 -0800
  ...tries one gets to input the stereo code before the radio locks up for good. Don't even ask how i managed this, as...
• Re: gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:12:45 -0700
  ...then get a spray can of that stuff that's used to > unfreeze door locks and give it a try. > > Mike > > > > Jeff Gellman wrote...
• Re: Power Door Locks
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Fri, 19 Sep 2003 14:10:00 -0700
  ...door nor the rear hatch > will lock when the front door locks are activated by > the key. > > I opened up the switch connection on...
• Re: Manual Tranny Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 7 Mar 2016 12:56:10 -0500
  ...Something popped last Saturday, and now every time it is put in 4th it locks up and can't be gotten out of fourth...
• Re: FREE parts in San Francisco tomorrow morning only
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Sun, 17 Nov 2013 22:10:01 -0800
  ...Still good doors, locks, dash, blue seats with armrests. Free for the taking. No rust. Just smashed badly on the left side. >> >> >> BenT >> sent...
• Re: sliding door lock
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:46:03 -0700
  ...sliding door lock > Hi, > > My sliding door locks by itself every-time you close the door. It has > progressively gotten worse for the pass...
• Sealing Compressors
  Historical mailing list - Michael Townsend
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 08:03:25 -0400
  ...How can the compressor be leaking so much oil without leaking the R-12? How long do I have before it locks up? Thanks...
• Re: for syncros ... check it out!
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 12 Oct 1999 11:15:27 +0200
  ...Maybe that's what they meant? Also, that stuff they wrote about front diff locks were only offered to the Army?? I have front...
• New Ignition Lock/Switch
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 17 May 2002 13:07:24 -0600
  ...I have a distinct delay in radio/door locks actuating still. They NEVER come on until I jiggle the ignition switch now. Puzzled! Any...
• Re: sliding doors
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 19:20:54 -0700
  ...A tiny spring breaks >and then the little black knob won't stay up and the door locks itself >every time you close it...
• New Product Available-Replacement Westy Water Tank Locking Cap
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Fri, 5 Dec 2003 22:49:34 -0600
  ...Thanks for the consideration, and enjoy your Vanagon! Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith _________________________________________________________________ Get holiday tips for festive fun. http://special.msn.com/network/happyholidays...
• Re: Spitfres and Joe Lucas
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Sat, 29 Oct 2011 07:21:14 -0500
  ...I got out of British cars a few years ago, though I still service both Vanagons and a LOT of British locks. I have...
• Re: Europe. Only europe
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 4 May 2006 15:28:20 -0700
  ...The > > real beauty has 2 diff locks and seats 8. They also have a 16" > > Caravelle (1990) plus several other 16" Vanagons. Sigh... > -- Jake...
• Re: You Got To Read This One...("spoof" CL vanagon ad)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 8 Aug 2007 20:40:37 -0700
  ...a demented joke.. > not to mention '84 vanagons never had power locks.. and sunroof vans didnt > come with a/c (coulda been added, but...
• Re: Interior Colors Query
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Fri, 4 Jan 2008 14:42:15 -0800
  ...the same time the power door locks did. > > rear wiper became an option in '84. and the '85 GL's came with tan velour...
• Re: Electric door lock
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Fri, 5 Dec 2003 09:54:03 -0500
  ...Repair these and you should restore your locks. If this doesn't work or you find no broken wires then it must be the...
• Is there a "best way" to loosen up passenger seat 's "rotation"?
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 7 Dec 1998 23:59:29 -0600
  ...her wheelchair, and then we rotate the seat around untill it locks. Not easy! I'm afraid if I use a heavy grease, it...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 28 Sep 1999
  Historical mailing list - Scott White
  Wed, 29 Sep 1999 08:00:47 -0600
  I own a 1990 Westy with the questionable 'Power Pack' (electric windows, door locks, side mirrors, etc..). I am having a very peculiar problem...
• Vanagon/VW lock info
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Thu, 30 Dec 1999 19:12:32 -0600
  ...a good time for me to work on their door/ignition locks. YES! I'm entirely caught up and can generally offer one day...
• Re: For you paddlers--a petition
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:07:11 -0400
  ...The link is > <http://www.change.org/petitions/alabama-scenic-river-trail-push-back-against-closing-alabama-river-locks-to-recreational- > traffic> > > Sent from...
• Re: break-ins was Re: Alarm choices: was Today somebody got into my van
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Wed, 4 May 2011 18:44:02 -0400
  ...A westy can be outfitted with cabinet locks > on all the cabinets. Foils the casual theif. Nothing here to steal > folks, move along. > Many...
• door locks, 1980-1981 or so
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 11 Feb 2000 21:18:44 -0600
  somebody mentioned door locks and that got me to thinking that maybe some of the 1980 and 1981 folks don't about this: in...
• 2003 Eurovan Weekender for sale - SF Bay Area
  Historical mailing list - David Fierberg
  Tue, 27 Oct 2015 00:12:53 +0000
  ...Includes all the great power and safety features such as Remote Keyless Entry, Air Conditioning, Power Door Locks, Power Steering, Front Vanity lighted mirrors...
• FS: 1993 EV MV Weekender
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 12 Feb 1997 18:16:57 PST
  ...A/C - AM/FM Cass. - Cruise - ABS Brakes - Power Brakes P.Locks - P.Windows - P.Steering - Tow Pkg Additional Info: weekender package,seats7,sleeps4...
• Re: key codes not required to make replacements
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Tue, 2 Mar 1999 21:48:54 -0800
  ...I took my car to a >locksmith. What followed completely amazed me. > >He selected the correct blank from his display, then inserted it in...
• FW: Vanagon for sale...
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Wed, 14 Jul 1999 14:32:06 -0700
  ...Automatic / Cruise Control CD player A/C Power Windows / Door Locks Tinted windows Alloy wheels Full bike rack on top 131000 freeway miles runs...
• Door lock ? and Carpet kits
  Historical mailing list - blytz
  Sun, 16 Dec 2001 14:25:03 -0600
  ...all of the other locks work great, but neither of these would lock either. Am I doing something wrong, or is it just a...
• Re: Rear wheel locks for 15" Alloys
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 14:01:19 -0700
  what was your address again, matt? *weg* bill On Tuesday, June 4, 2002, at 01:58 , Matthew Pollard wrote: > dude, what type of area...
• Re: That pesky rear hatch lock!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 8 Dec 2008 20:02:44 -0600
  I don't have a vanagon that has the power locks/windows, but I have had other vehicles, particularly a 4X4 Jeep Wagoneer LTD...
• sliding door handle key lock cylinder - swithing one over to a new handle.,
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:53:16 -0800
  ...you a new key, assuming that somebody >> hasn't fitted new >> locks since the van was manufactured. >> >> Also I think there are code numbers...
• Re: Manual Tranny Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 8 Mar 2016 22:52:14 -0600
  ...Something popped last Saturday, > > and now every time it is put in 4th it locks up and can't be gotten out > of > > fourth...
• Re: Power Door Locks: Key Won't Turn Pass. Side Door Lock.
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 23 Sep 2015 14:20:36 -0700
  Ok. Thanks Steve. That's helpful. Did you install an OEM, aftermarket or the Eurovan equivalent part? to all: I wrote too much. A...
• Re: Turning when hot
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
  Tue, 22 Jun 1999 09:36:06 +0200
  ...I know the locks are not on.........it makes turning in car > parks hard!! Shot VC. Instantly go and remove the drive shaft before...
• Wanted: Passenger Side Power Door Lock
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Sun, 17 Sep 2000 12:35:34 -0500
  ...Does anyone have a spare passenger side power door lock which can be retrofitted into an 86 Syncro which has manual locks as OE...
• Very dangerous braking problem
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Tue, 19 Jun 2001 17:38:51 -0700
  ...keep moving with little stopping power and one of the wheels locks up. If I give the brake petal a couple of pumps I...
• Re: Oil leak at head cover
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Wed, 4 Sep 2002 23:49:52 -0400
  ...a swing bar > that pushes down hard on the cover and locks it into place(??) Same exact thing as the Bugs. > So my question...
• Re: sliding doors
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 17:30:52 -0700
  ...A tiny spring breaks and then the little black knob won't stay up and the door locks itself every time you close it...
• Re: Rear Seat/Bed Question
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 16 Sep 2003 21:14:38 EDT
  ...that folds into a bed? It's a 1987, no power locks/windows/no alloys. > > if theres a U shaped metal handle in the...
• Re: door key cut from code?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:53:49 -0400
  ...comcast.net> wrote: > Yes, the dealer will do it or a locksmith with a key cutter. > The code is on the inside of the...
• Costco LED lights on sale 2 for $10, my review
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:43:18 -0700
  ...They can be installed with included velcro, or you can screw the flush mounting bracket into a wall/cabinet then the fixture snap locks...
• Re: coolant hose replacement, now coolant distributor replacement
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 12 Feb 2008 21:51:22 -0800
  ...clamp pliers is an enormous improvement over the traditional "make-do" tools , ye olde channel-locks or vise-grips. -- John Bange '90 Vanagon - "Geldsauger"
• Re: Therein, lies a tale.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 9 Mar 2013 20:57:45 -0500
  ...Just pull the fuse for the power locks. Nothing like getting locked out but worse than that is the amazing ability of those things...
• Re: Problem with lock cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Mon, 8 Jul 2013 14:04:06 -0700
  ...same for the big pin that locks the steering.. for sure that never gets lubed.. even by sneaking in some good penetrating spary lube...
• Re: New Syncro - some questions
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall (Vanagon Mailing List)
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 18:57:05 -0800
  ...and seldom use the differential lock (which locks the rear wheels together) and the front wheels join in the fun when things get a...
• Re: Keys from code
  Historical mailing list - J.C.
  Thu, 12 May 2022 17:34:57 -0700
  ...use. > > Now, the rear hatch lock works perfectly and the other locks feel > much better. > > Thanks Steve and thanks to the great info this...
• Ice scraper - - was Windshield de-icer in a can?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Fri, 8 Jan 2010 09:20:19 -0800
  ...can, though The cans in our shop say "de-ices frozen locks", so that might be a good thing, which makes me wonder if...
• '71 doorlock springs
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Jul 95 16:17:42 MST
  ...Would this be something a locksmith could deal with? I'd kinda like to find the answer to this, as you might be able...
• Re: Thule roof rack
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Sun, 26 Mar 2000 18:21:05 -0800
  ...If it had locks and keys with it, add $20. Advertise it in local canoe club and bike club newsletters or billboards. It won...
• Re: FS: Set locks w/ keys: ignition, all handles & rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Fri, 17 Nov 2000 03:25:29 -0800
  The last time I checked, The Bus Depot was selling a complete set like this for about $90 brand new with keys. I bought...
• Window Locks
  Historical mailing list - PlayDoh
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 22:18:15 -0400
  Remedy... I found a way to lock my windows via key lock... Using a two piece lock used to secure glass windows on display...
• For Sale - '87 Vanagon GL Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Andrew G. Martin
  Sun, 9 Sep 2001 11:21:17 -0700
  For Sale! 1987 Vanagon GL Syncro Weekender 168K - Runs, drives excellent Air Conditioning, power windows, locks, mirrors. Blue with blue interior. Head gaskets done...
• Re: what year?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Stone
  Sun, 12 May 2002 14:29:34 EDT
  ...A/C, power locks/windows/mirrors. Most expensive option. Tom Had '67, '71 Westy, '85 Westy, '91 Carat, '81 VW Diesel Pickup
• Re: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch (starter button on dash)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Thu, 24 Apr 2003 19:01:28 +0200
  ...1991 Golf > > I'm thinking I will have to change the lock cylinders on my Vanagon > including > > the door locks and the ignition switch.
• Re: key for water tank
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 18:18:46 -0800
  ...I believe that it is Steve w/ Steves locks (not correct, but close), I can get it tonight when I get home. He is...