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• Re: Defiant power door locks
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 19:23:09 -0700
  ...either locking via pushing the lock knob or the key from the passenger >>side works as expected. >>4. the sliding door and the rear...
• Re: diff lock woes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:03:23 -0700
  ...The mechanic unseized the locking pin and put it > all > back together telling me that it took minimal pressure to engage the lock. > This...
• Re: Need Viscous Coupling Refresher Course - '91 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 15 May 2005 22:04:27 -0400
  ...Note, locking is NOT instantaneous. It does take a revolution or two of your wheels before it engages. The nature of the Syncro mechanism...
• Re: Sliding door... please help...
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 27 Nov 2018 13:39:07 -0500
  ...dn92610@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > hi all, > > on my van the sliding locking mechanism works well on the front (or on the > handle end)... but...
• Re: Alternator belt burning up?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Sat, 5 May 2012 10:21:04 -0600
  ...Alternator belt burning up? Bearing locking up under load? Velma 82diesel 1.6 na west... ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG...
• Re: sliding door lock cylinders ERK!
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:21:06 -0700
  ...Disassembly easy. > > > Cylinder is turning nicely in the handle, locking tab is moving nicely, but > when the cylinder is turned to the locked position...
• Re: door latch problem
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 29 Oct 2010 11:48:39 -0700
  ...I think all years are the same ..in manual locking latches . If that's what you need I could supply a good one for...
• Baaad Morning
  Historical mailing list - Mike Wynn
  Tue, 08 Apr 1997 09:35:39 -0600
  ...So I called NAPA Auto Parts and they have a replacement(locking) for $25.95 (CDN). Plus the guys at the shop I take...
• Re: Help ..
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Fri, 8 Sep 2000 11:34:34 -0500
  ...side to side on the rails, I've looked for a >>locking system ,but haven't found any . How do I secure it ,I...
• RARE VAN!! Re: '86 SUNROOF SYNCRO w/ DIFF LOCK for sale in New Hampshire - $2500
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 25 Oct 2002 02:19:24 EDT
  ...its got the locking diff knob on the dash, and is a 7 pass but doesnt have the weekender sofabed (easy to install tho...
• Re: Stainless Steel Exhaust Fasteners
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Sun, 13 Feb 2005 02:23:06 -0500
  ...them off will I be able to? It sounds like a > great idea but am I locking my exhaust system up for ever? > > > > Jere > > >
• Re: Central Locking - can't open rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Wed, 24 Aug 2005 05:43:06 -0400
  What I do in this situation is to wind down the driver's (or passenger's) window. Then have someone lock and unlock the...
• Re: door latch
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 11 Oct 2006 18:05:49 -0700
  the old trick is to take off the little black knob on locking latch and slip a small bit of rubber tubing over the...
• Re: Rear Hatch Lock
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Thu, 30 Nov 2006 16:04:03 -0800
  ...My central locking system is broken with the back hatch locked, and this procedure will unlock it. I see no reason why a non...
• Re: key codes
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:03:14 -0700
  ...the number stamped on one of the two "tines" of the locking mechanism that stick out. Add an "N" to the front of the...
• Re: Backup Lights Always On, Stiff Shifter. "Selector shaft, modifications" P 35.60a
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:55:30 -0700
  ...when > shifting between first and second gears. > > You can take the "locking cover" (see "cover" on diagram on Bentley 35.60a) > off and feel...
• Fwd: For Sale: 1990 Tiico Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - John Silverman
  Mon, 7 Oct 2002 20:28:19 -0600
  ...done this spring. > >Includes: >Stock: >Power windows, Power heated mirrors, AC, Locking Differential, powerful >AC, Extra battery, >All kitchen appliances work well, fridge lights...
• Re: Gasoline aroma
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Tue, 20 Aug 2019 23:17:45 -0300
  ...The gas cap is an original, locking gas cap, which seems to fit tightly. > > I’m baffled. Thanks in advance for any wisdom and...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 08:30:38 -0700
  RE: Gas Caps And here is another '90 Westy with the ignition key that opens the gas cap. Looks like there are a variety...
• Re: '71 bus fuel cap
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 30 Aug 94 08:47:49 EDT
  I don't think you will find a Stant or any other locking gas cap for a '71 bus. At least I haven't...
• re:No go on ice
  Historical mailing list - david (d.) o'heare
  Wed, 20 Dec 1995 15:49:00 -0500
  ...at the same speed that the vehicle is moving; a partial locking of the wheels, in effect. The undriven wheels will continue to turn...
• Re: Sliding door lock
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 13:02:37 -0800
  Its pretty well impractical to fix the internal spring that keep the locking knob in position. A easy fix however, is to unscrew the...
• Re: Spare Tire Carrier Bolt Size - 87 syncro??
  Historical mailing list - Russell, William
  Thu, 23 May 2002 18:56:10 -0400
  ...I found that a 1.5" bolt worked well with an large heavy washer and a locking washer. \/\/i!!y 1980 Westy "Jazzy" PS...
• Re: Theft protection
  Historical mailing list - Ian X
  Wed, 1 Jan 2003 12:36:00 -0800
  ...I envision something that would operate much > like the remote > locking system on a car. Except the solinoid would > actuate a fuel valve, > shutting...
• CENTral locking tip...
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 14 Sep 2006 15:50:59 +0000
  One tip that I discovered while trying to find a broken wire in the door harness was to follow the wires out of the...
• Re: Yankee oil viscosity for 2.1?
  Historical mailing list - Jorge Osorio
  Thu, 30 Jan 2003 12:25:16 -0500
  de-icer for the door locks unless you are OK with not locking your doors or looking silly pouring hot water over the lock...
• Re: Gas Cap Removal
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Thu, 11 Dec 2003 16:16:51 -0800
  ...Does anyone have a good method for removing the stock locking gas > cap >> on a Vanagon? >> >> Believe it or not, after 15 years of...
• Headlight Relay Kit Problems
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Sun, 1 Dec 2013 11:44:01 -0500
  ...Is there a way to get the spade connector out of the box so I can re-crimp it? There's obviously something locking...
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 18:25:09 -0800
  ...may also apply to Pico US, but for Pico Canada, these locking >>> type push on connectors: >>> >>> http://www.picocanada.com/en/product/134.php...
• Re: Central Locking -- questions
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Thu, 5 May 2011 13:15:35 -0700
  ...J Squirrel < > >> camping.elliott@gmail.com > >>> wrote: > >> > >>> Is there a central locking kit for the '84 Vanagon? Is it a big deal to > >>> install...
• Re: Transmission Gurus?
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Mon, 1 Dec 2014 07:37:03 -0400
  ...that would probably be the most > convenient for my needs...A locking differential/rear end, that would also > work just fine....I don't...
• Re: [WetWesties] Help! Stuck in the middle of nowhere!
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 30 Jul 2015 13:24:58 -0400
  ...It is stuck > out locking the flywheel. > > > > Easy fix except there is no one near Sheridan WY that has a starter. > Rushing one in...
• Re: Westy Stove Leveling Ideas Sought
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 17 Jul 2012 18:12:28 -0600
  ...little hardwood wedges? If you're worried about things not staying put, remove the two locking legs and substitute strongish tension springs. Yours, David
• Rear Hatch Lock Problem
  Historical mailing list - Mark Schrope
  Mon, 8 Jun 1998 15:44:40 -0400
  Hans- I haven't had the problem you're experiencing, but I just switched out a locking mechanism from one hatch to another. If...
• Re-What changes in doors between '84 and '85?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Laycock
  Mon, 17 May 1999 16:45:12 +0100
  ...The locking mech on an 86 slides in at 45 degrees whereas the older one goes in at 90. The handles are also a...
• Oil leak at head cover
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Wed, 4 Sep 2002 23:24:15 -0400
  ...It looks like the Vanagon has the same sort of locking system for the head cover (do we call this a valve cover??) as...
• Re: Stuck Side Table IT"S OPEN NOW !!!
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 23:19:36 -0500
  ...The new locking system will be either by a magnectic catch or velcro. In the meantime, the table stays up!
• Syncro Vanagon Transmission Core FS $900 plus other parts.
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Fri, 24 Sep 2004 11:03:41 -0400
  ...axles left and right- used- $100 each Vacuum system for rear locking diff- $150 Decent core driveshaft (very rusty and vibrates at 50mph)- $150...
• Power Door Lock Actuators, Attributes
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Sat, 6 Feb 2016 11:30:43 -0800
  Can the electric door lock actuators be disconnected locally and locking be performed manually? Would someone inform me of the attributes of failing actuators...
• Re: A throttle puzzle
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Sun, 18 Jun 2006 13:52:30 -0700
  ...of > your pin and putting in a bolt with a self locking nut to hold the > ball chain connector? Hi Mike, I have looked...
• Re: remote/keyless entry
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:33:58 -0700
  ...d highly > > recommend to anyone who's experiencing typical automatic doorlock > trickery. > > Total cost for central locking kit + keyless entry = ~$120 > > > > Casey > > '89 Bluestar > > >
• Re: central locks?
  Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 02:02:15 -0500
  ...wrote: > >> I'm interested in whether I could install a central locking system in >> my Vanagon. Was that ever an option? Are there any...
• Re: remote/keyless entry
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 05:55:49 -0700
  ...Total cost for central locking kit + keyless entry = ~$120 Casey '89 Bluestar On Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 5:47 AM, Eric Gertner <eric...
• Re: Front thrust washer
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 17 Jun 2014 17:56:33 -0500
  ...I just for a 81 VANAGON and it came with new front wheel > bearings,seals,thrust washers and locking nuts in the box. The...
• Re: Gas tank and gas cap
  Historical mailing list - James V
  Tue, 4 May 2010 12:44:21 -0700
  ...What was the problem with the stock / Van-Cafe locking gas cap? Snap a pic of the filler opening without the cap for us...
• Re: need power mirror help
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 11:11:41 -0400
  ...On the back of a mirror is a lever >which would seem to permit locking the mirror to the housing once the >tracks are...
• 5 Speed update and Re: Re: shifting from 1 to 2- reply
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 8 Mar 1999 03:58:20 PST
  ...The locking diff also behaves better with the Redline. They might just need to switch oil. Robert _______________________________________________________ Get your free, private email at http...
• Re: what is part # 251 798 116 A
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Mon, 5 Feb 2001 18:44:42 +0100
  ...711 199 fitted bolt N 022 148 11 hex nut, self-locking VM6 171 711 166 bush N 011 547 6 washer A6, 5x14x1...
• FS: 1985 Vanagon $650 (Oregon)
  Historical mailing list - JT Harvey
  Mon, 29 Jul 2002 14:11:16 -0700
  ...Could use a good cleaning Rear Wiper Colored Tach Instrument Cluster Locking Gas Cap Newer All Terrian Tires ~80% No AC 3 sets of...
• Re: Theft protection
  Historical mailing list - Cameron
  Wed, 1 Jan 2003 09:49:14 -0800
  ...I envision something that would operate much like the remote locking system on a car. Except the solinoid would actuate a fuel valve, shutting...
• Re: Parting Out Low Mileage 91 Syncro - with location
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Thu, 17 Jun 2004 07:40:44 -0700
  ...91 Syncro 80k miles Entire AWD system works Locking rear differential Rear facing seats Power windows Power locks Power windows Steel bumpers - not fiberglass...
• Re: torque wrench
  Historical mailing list - Brien Dews
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 11:12:34 -0500
  ...I had the first one for about 7 months and when using it recently the > springs popped out of the locking mechanism. Sears replaced...
• Re: Locker Limited slips available...
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Fri, 7 Dec 2007 17:03:23 -0800
  ...Locker Limited slips available... > Are these only for Syncro's or do they fit 2WD transmissions also? > > > >>Locking Limited slip differentials are now available...
• Strut Bar Removal Tips
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 27 Jan 2009 22:25:20 -0800
  ...The nuts are metal self locking. 2x YO dirt/rust/crud combined with these nuts didn't help IMO. A few tips: pre soak...
• Re: Rear hatch lock
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:11:25 -0700
  ...hatch lock for my 1987 2 wd wolfburg with the centrol locking system. Mine is getting where it is very hard to get the...
• Re: limited slip differential (LVC)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 3 May 2009 13:14:33 -0700
  ...Suzuki didn't have to have a diesel engine or a locking diff, it just needed to have the intake snorkel to keep it...
• Door Lock Problem
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 13:03:37 -0500
  ...I sprayed some liquid wrench on everything then proceeded to put the handle in my vise and attempted to rotate the locking mechanism with...
• Re: Power Steering Boots - hose clamp attachment
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Thu, 27 Jan 2005 08:16:37 -0600
  ...Ever notice how all the vital parts of the steering have a second means of locking, like cotter keys, deformed locknuts, etc? The staking...
• Re: door that magically opens
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 13:11:39 -0700
  ...It is a latch similar to a door latch controlled by a rod from the handle/locking mechanism at the front. I found that...
• Some brake tech/ideas (long)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:19:42 -0700
  ...Here's the deal..Your brakes should be capable of locking up the wheels under hard braking. Mine do not do that. You can...