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• Re: A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Sun, 1 Sep 2013 13:54:09 -0700
  ...Examine locking mechanism - something is loose. >> Work with >> the little loose thingamajig until it flips over and will engage the >> locking >> bar on the...
• Re: How to remove a nut, help needed (Auto but not Vanagon related).
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 26 Apr 2014 17:16:00 -0700
  ...Is there any alternative? I've seen these locking plier type things at the hardware store. I need something with long slim jaws that...
• Re: battery tray comparisons..opinions?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Jun 1996 13:27:18 -0700
  ...If this leaves a hole, I'd pop-rivet or bolt (with nylon locking nuts) a filler plate made of painted steel or aluminum...
• Power Door Locks
  Historical mailing list - Fin Beven
  Fri, 19 Sep 2003 09:23:56 -0700
  ...However, this would not readily explain why the rear hatch automatic locking would not be working. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. Fin...
• Re: Some brake tech/ideas (long)
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 09:41:13 -0300
  ...I had no problem locking up the brakes at slow speeds...I never tried it at high speed. Before the rebuild the brakes worked...
• for sale: RARE vanagon parts
  Historical mailing list - pedro dos santos
  Thu, 1 Aug 2002 10:49:19 -0700
  ...rare westy middle swival seat on locking storage box. fits ALL vanagons, campers or pass vans. comes w/ floor tracks to install in your...
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 21:35:00 -0800
  I am unaware of any weakness in standard crimp spade terminals, the ones with the insulation on them. Some even are waterproof ( like for...
• Re: problems with lock on gas tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Gregg Carlen
  Thu, 14 Apr 2011 22:14:48 -0400
  ...WD-40 got it working, but had a locksmith later tell me it would happen again since the locking cylinder was really dirty with...
• Re: Bought Westy with no key for water filler receptacle
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:28:31 -0500
  ...enuf of a tab on it to trip the > simple > internal locking tab under that lid. > > bob .. sent from the Book Cliffs east of...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 08:28:44 -0400
  Interesting. Page 7 of my 1990/1991 Vanagon/Transporter owners manual states: "Key A (the black vinyl covered ignition key) is used for the...
• * IS AN '86 GL SYNCRO A GOOD BUY?? *
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Jan 1997 14:55:30 -0800
  ...Vanagon GL Syncro - 143,000 Miles - AC (option) - Rear Wiper (option) - Locking Rear Differential (option) - Metallic Silver-Blue Paint (option) - Straight body, no apparent...
• Re: ignition key/lock mechanism
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Thu, 29 Oct 1998 14:07:27 -0800
  ...The only "hint" I can offer is to make sure you put the key in the ignition to unlock the steering wheel locking mechanism...
• Re: Rear license plate light removal?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Tue, 12 Dec 2000 06:36:55 -0600
  ...broke one of the plastic tabs that creates the locking mechanism, but the rear gasket seal for the hatch should hold them in nicely...
• Re: 14" or 15" wheels?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Berkemer
  Sun, 5 Jan 2003 17:57:36 -0600
  ...Heck, while I'm at it is it possible to put a limited slip set-up in the differential or even a "locking differential...
• New Sliding Door Lock
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 23 May 2005 20:41:29 -0500
  ...It has a teflon sleeve in the groove for the locking post in the door jamb, and a steel tab welded to the outside...
• Re: Clutch Pedal Does Not Move
  Historical mailing list - AATransaxle
  Tue, 4 Jul 2006 08:28:47 -0700
  ...Clutch Pedal Does Not Move > After putting in my locking differential, replacing the clutch, > flywheel, brake master, clutch master, clutch slave, and brake > switches...
• Re: Central Locking - can't open rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Le routard 91
  Wed, 24 Aug 2005 09:10:45 -0400
  This is exactly the correct procedure. It happen to me once and I did the same thing over and over till I opened the...
• On the road again!
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Thu, 3 Aug 2006 08:23:50 -0700
  ...Recharging A/C, now blowing at about 54 degrees Fixed inop power mirror (broken wire) Fixed (kind of) power locking (new drivers servo) Fixed...
• Re: Some brake tech/ideas (long)
  Historical mailing list - Leslie Schwartz
  Mon, 16 Jul 2007 21:08:12 -0500
  ...I didn't go into a locked wheel slide I kept it just on the verge of locking up. Anyway, I believe this set...
• Re: Door locks only work when doors are closed?
  Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
  Wed, 9 May 2012 22:11:44 +0000
  ...A key will only lock the door if it's > > closed, and the locking "button" can only be depressed with the door > > closed. > > This...
• Re: NEED GAS CAP FOR 85
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 1 Feb 2000 00:06:38 -0600
  ...VW want $41.00 for a gas cap. > > > Go get a locking cap from any FLAPS. > > Try it before you leave the auto parts...
• Re: Sliding Door Bumper Strip
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 13 Aug 2003 21:37:06 -0500
  ...be sure there is one, bwcause without it > your sliding door locking mechanism is on it's way to failure. The piece > only cost...
• 87 Syncro 7 pass F/S - Calgary, Alberta
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Sat, 23 Feb 2002 11:12:25 -0700
  ...Works like a charm. - f.diff and tranny are filled with Redline MTL - locking rear diff - interior is in good shape but needs a...
• Re: for sale; 1987 syncro vanagon!!!!!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Chrisw7971
  Sat, 9 May 1998 14:35:08 EDT
  ...no a/c or weekender, tho, but syncro worked ok (no locking diff) they're getting cheaper, and cheaper..ya just gotta look for...
• Re: Well, it's over. (Prices)
  Historical mailing list - Brad Spear
  Tue, 18 Jan 2000 20:57:52 EST
  ...Syncro transmission with locking diff $1500 2. Universal joint for a Syncro steering column $120 3. Four plastic full wheel covers (one with chip...
• Re: VW Power on hills
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 9 Aug 2005 14:58:19 -0400
  Do you do as I do in my '84 automatic and downshift on big hills? Locking it into a lower gear does make a...
• Re: Mildly-strong adhesive for slider window rubber?
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Fri, 22 Jun 2007 08:34:58 -0300
  ...I used my Dremmel to modify the aluminium track to accept the new plastic slider which have a little locking mechanism in them. I...
• Re: Automatic car washes in winter?
  Historical mailing list - rpc
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 14:53:19 -0800
  Don't plan on locking your doors for a day. It helps to put a piece of elec tape over key holes but it...
• Re: Electric Locks
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 00:18:31 -0500
  ...link from the > top of the lock/operator up to the locking button in the door is missing. > This is an obscure part and...
• Re: Alternator belt burning up?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 5 May 2012 10:45:51 -0500
  ...Alternator belt burning up? Bearing locking up under load? Velma 82diesel 1.6 na westy On May 5, 2012 10:28 AM, "Tom Hargrave...
• 1986 Syncro Westfalia for sale - $2000 Canadian
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 13 Nov 2006 10:18:02 -0800
  ...It has an engine that turns over but will not fire up (dead ECU) and a good transmission with a locking differential. Price for...
• Re:Good deal for '86 Synchro?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Tue, 14 May 1996 09:02:52 -0400
  ...the dash and at about gearshift knob level, it has a locking rear differential. I think these were optional in '86, then standard for...
• Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Wind Warrior
  Wed, 13 May 1998 19:35:23 -0700
  I have had a problen with the parking brake locking up after it rains. I have removed the rear drum to inspect and it...
• Re: Beautiful 87 limited Edition "Wolfsburg" FS.
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Fri, 26 Mar 1999 12:55:59 -0600
  ...used, factory Mat kit, A/C, P/W, P/S, central Locking, Alum Wheels, new tires, full books and records, VW dealer serviced and...
• Re: 91 vanagon 4 spd to 5 spd gearbox
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 2 Mar 2001 13:49:13 EST
  ...The .486 first, then the .457 after UPS damaged my .486 after I sent it back to have the Lock-Rite locking diff removed...
• sliding door popping open
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Fri, 13 Aug 2004 01:22:25 -0400
  ...incidently locking the door does not help. TIA jason 87 syncro westy _________________________________________________________________ Don�t just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http...
• Fwd: Gas tank and gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Annie
  Tue, 4 May 2010 13:51:40 -0700
  ...http://www.flickr.com/photos/silverlunace/4579549684/ The locking gas cap simply won't stay on. It doesn't fit tight and just comes...
• Re: Help! How to disassemble a halfshaft (Syncro Front)
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 15:33:41 -0700
  ...I would like to remove the outside CV as well but, the position of the locking clip precludes its removal. The outer clip can...
• clutch problem - internal or external?
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Reimer
  Wed, 10 Dec 1997 12:24:10 -0800
  ...adjust some of this out with the master clutch pin (lossen locking nut etc.)? I also have another headache of green drops under my...
• Re: Weekender seat/bed into my '81--How do you install it?
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 13 Sep 1999 12:11:53 -0400
  ...installed these in plenty of vans, and never use the seatback locking > pins. its not necessary to use these, as the seatback stays up...
• Re: Moulding Tool: where do I get it
  Historical mailing list - Neal Hansen
  Wed, 5 Jun 2002 07:11:05 -0700
  ...this was their windshield locking strip tool. Neal --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Tue, 4 Jun 2002 15:15:13 -0700 From: Ray Reinhard <rayreinhard@SBCGLOBAL.NET> Subject...
• Re: Kill Switch Delay - any electronics experts?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 15 Aug 2005 16:15:59 -0700
  ...Starting to sound like those transponder keys that give locksmiths like me fits... > Slight modification of that kind of unit to put the locking...
• Re: Curious locations for hardwired 3 way cig power outlet ?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Mon, 17 Jul 2006 21:19:11 -0400
  The previous owner of my parts syncro drilled out one of the circles for the locking differential mechanisim and installed a lighter there. Chris...
• Re: Stock or able to return to stock vs. custom?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 10 Nov 2006 11:34:01 -0800
  ...It's not just a round hole but has those castellated (shaped) cut outs for locking in the 2wd filler pipe. I'm looking...
• Re: Central Locking -- questions
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Thu, 5 May 2011 13:39:46 -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: Tranny musings (or, getting stuck on my lawn)
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Thu, 28 Aug 2014 13:00:19 -0700
  ...One for the locking parking brake you now have and two others working on the individual cables to avoid the slippage. Pensionerd. On Thu...
• Re: vacuum advance/retard control unit
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Tue, 3 Oct 2000 22:33:51 EDT
  ...This mech was locking up in full advance. Drive Safely & Good Luck Ken Lewis <Kernersville,NC> 86 VW crewcab;60 356B Coupe -------------------------------------------------- On Mon...
• 4-speed Transmission DAS KAPUT!!! high and dry, but not goin' anywhere...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Mycology
  Mon, 22 Apr 2002 11:56:03 EDT
  ...i had hit something...when in reality it was the gears locking up. so...my question is...have any of you found that these...
• Your Opinion: Subaru or not to Subaru (Engine swap)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Campbell
  Fri, 23 Jan 2004 15:32:33 -0800
  ...My '91 Carat (Automatic, Air, PW, Central Locking) is still running strong. But, I'm really considering an "upgrade" to a more powerful engine...
• Re: Headlight adjustment screws / Removal
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 05:36:00 EDT
  ...The third extractor has to be somewhat of a key with three pins to depress the three locking lugs of the mount all at...
• Re: Diff Locking Questions and Trip Report
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Sep 1995 13:22:45 -0300
  >needed for locking. From this, I assume that the central position on the >dash assembly is for a center differential lock, although I've...
• Re: USB power?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 09:49:58 -0700
  ...Well, now, these are not locking connectors, as far as I know. It'd be easy to unplug them accidentally. Or is there a...
• Re: Need Viscous Coupling Refresher Course - '91 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Mon, 16 May 2005 11:09:42 -0700
  ...If it were mine to design I would have designed it with free > wheeling > locking front hubs and a low range transfer case so...
• Re: G.W. 1.5" lift springs
  Historical mailing list - Ralph Meyermann
  Mon, 10 Mar 2014 20:21:45 -0500
  I have a craftsman set that I used, they have an integrated locking pin that keeps the spring in place. After the springs settle...
• Re: clutch cylinder - help
  Historical mailing list - Erik C Peterson
  Tue, 1 Apr 1997 16:58:40 -0800 (PST)
  The rubber boot on my slave cylinder popped about a month ago, shooting hydraulic fluid everywhere, and locking me out of gear. Also, the...
• Stripped drain plug solution?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Charles
  Thu, 5 Nov 1998 08:53:01 EST
  ...A locking lever keeps the thing closed until you open it. Sizes to fit most cars. Seems to me I could intall this once...
• Re: Gray Water Tank
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 10:21:42 -0700
  ...of the van as I drive! (yes, I am missing the locking cap for the filler) Have you actually measured 13 gallons?... I measured...
• Re: Can't get table to come out
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 10:57:13 -0500
  ...Someone told me once I get it >out I need to adjust the locking mechanism. But I can't get it open to >adjust...
• Re: converting to 4 wheel drive - Quaife?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Thu, 6 Dec 2001 10:21:08 EST
  ...What you actually need to do is get the case from a Syncro trans with the locking diff. Then install your transmission in that...
• Plugs, gas cap, stuff, etc...
  Historical mailing list - David Maurio
  Wed, 16 Jul 2003 12:22:52 +0000
  ...Also, does anyone have a list of part numbers for all the bulbs? and/or a brand and part number for a locking gas...