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• Re: sliding door handles
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sun, 27 Jun 2004 10:31:44 -0700
  ...Pricing depends on condition and whether they need to be > rekeyed. > Steve Sandlin, Registered Locksmith > '84 Wolfsburg Westy > '79 Transporter > '00 New Beetle > > >
• Re: lock yer doors without keys?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 16:56:12 -0400
  If you have power locks, you need the key to lock them from either side. This is to avoid locking the keys inside. As...
• Re: Securing table
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Perry
  Mon, 24 Nov 2014 16:05:40 -0500
  A good hand screw locks it down the best from my experience. In my van I also have a quarter inch hole through the...
• Re: front brake hoses too short?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sat, 2 Aug 2014 18:10:29 -0400
  ...hoses are too tight when the steering wheel is at its >> locks. Pictures here (first is with wheels straight; second is with >> steering wheel...
• FS: Houston, TX
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 28 May 1996 14:55:32 -0500
  ...1989, power steering/brakes/windows (not locks); Alloy wheels; A/C; 72,000 miles; gold or bronze metallic paint; grey cloth (velour?) interior. Asking...
• Need Split Bus Cargo Door Latch
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 8 Jul 1996 09:17:40 -0700 (PDT)
  ...The spring was broken, and the mechanism itself is so worn that if the latch is opened too far, the whole thing locks up...
• Re: Vanagon door locks [Q]
  Historical mailing list - Christer Lindh
  Fri, 14 Jul 1995 23:28:36 +0200
  At 13.45 1995-07-13 CDT, Tim Smith wrote: >Hi, just want to find out if I am alone in this. '85 lock...
• Re: Retrofitting power steering-is it worth it?
  Historical mailing list - ROGunter
  Sat, 25 Apr 1998 11:51:50 EDT
  ...To my mind, power steering is like power door locks, just something else to go wrong and cost money. Russell Gunter
• for sale 89 syncro
  Historical mailing list - michael osweiler
  Sun, 1 Nov 1998 10:50:51 -0600
  ...It is a four speed with granny gear, has a/c, front and rear heat, weekender bed, power locks and windows, and has over...
• FS: 1987 Syncro Westy, name your price?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Sat, 27 Feb 1999 00:31:25 -0500
  ...Full camper, Wolfram gray, light gray interior, 95K miles, AC, manual windows / locks / mirrors, factory stereo, added-on CB on ceiling and Hella foglights...
• Re: digitool building
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Sun, 26 Nov 2000 21:44:01 -0600
  ...I'm an electronics engineer in my full-time job when I'm not servicing VW locks and making keys! Good luck. Steve Sandlin...
• Removing Rear Hatch Lock
  Historical mailing list - David O'Shea
  Mon, 12 Nov 2001 15:33:40 -0800
  ...If that fails, I'll take it to the locksmith for a little professional TLC. Questions: How does one remove the rear lock cylinder...
• Re: hoses in general
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Fri, 16 Aug 2002 09:46:50 -0700
  ...try to braze a few tits to a pair of channel locks. > Quicker > and cheaper. ANd if it doesn't work i'll grind...
• I will have a WBX "My Way" or nothing else...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Sun, 8 Dec 2002 15:19:01 EST
  ...Solid rocker shafts Roller tip aluminum high Ratio rocker arms racing valve locks Cromoly cut to fit push rods Cromoly valve spring keepers Counterweighted...
• Re: Extra connector in the area of the Radio
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Dec 2004 20:11:27 EST
  ...does your 88 gl have functioning power mirrors? power locks? power windows? chris
• Re: WTB Fridge Flue/vent
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:45:35 -0800
  ...OK? malcolm --- David Lockshaw <davidlockshaw@SBCGLOBAL.NET> wrote: > Volks, > > I'm installing a fridge in a non-westy '87 GL and need the flue...
• Re: Interior Colors Query
  Historical mailing list - dahn van laarz
  Thu, 3 Jan 2008 21:37:05 -0800
  ...the same time the power door locks did. Dahn 85 Vanagon GL Westy > Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2008 15:43:01 -0800> From: starwagen...
• Yakithule Racket
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Tue, 22 Apr 97 15:31:07 PDT
  ...Don't bother with the nifty neato locks for the skewers, you'll use a pair of cables and serious locks to deter the...
• Re: Insurance
  Historical mailing list - Michael
  Sun, 19 Jul 2015 09:27:22 -0400
  ...locksmith if > you lock yourself out of your house, a free one day rental car in case of > an accident, trip insurance, etc, locksmith...
• Re: Holy cow: rear hatch latch
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:15:49 -0800
  ...Is this due to a need for lubrication, and if so, what lubricant do I use? I have had locksmiths tell me not to...
• Re: Found an old key...
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Tue, 26 Aug 2014 10:26:13 -0400
  ...of vanagons etc. >> >> I've not had any problem getting a locksmith to make a copy of a vanagon >> key eithe, though I don...
• Re: Power Locks- Rear Hatch Stuck Shut!
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 4 Dec 2011 09:00:19 -0800
  Yes, if you get the rear panel off then you can access the really simple release mechanism. Be careful with the rod that extends...
• Need door lock/latch assembly for front door, 90 Multivan
  Historical mailing list - Debra Clark
  Tue, 9 Feb 2010 22:22:43 -0800
  ...I don't think it makes a difference, but I have power door locks. Thanks, Debra Clark
• Re: Generic Vanagon ?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 18 Apr 95 09:44:59 CDT
  ...they also were loaded down with the power window/locks/mirrors stuff as well. joel
• Re: Waterheated.
  Historical mailing list - Jens Dominik Muller
  Tue, 18 Jul 1995 18:23:14 -0400
  ...Moreover, the liquid locks the vapor underneath on the surface. This actually leads to an insulation as long as liquid water is on the...
• Re: Clutch Release Shaft Removal
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Mon, 21 Feb 2000 08:20:37 -0800
  ...also remember a small bolt that needs to be removed that locks in > one of the bushings on the shaft right by the lever...
• items for sale: power lock setup & DK tranny w/ dz bh
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Thu, 23 Sep 2004 07:47:57 -0700
  ...1.> Selling complete Vanagon power lock system with all motors, wires, locks, lock cores, ignition lock and key. ebay # 7924020172 2.> Selling Air Cooled...
• Re: Valet 711T system was electrical mystery
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 5 Dec 2013 19:10:00 -0800
  ...Stuart '85 Westy -----Original Message----- Snip: . . . . .the only thing that bothers me is that the door locks operate about 3 seconds after ignition key...
• Help me with this Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 22 Jun 1995 20:20:39 -0700
  ...It is a 1990 burgundy GL model with power windows, power locks, cruise control and "rear AC". It is at a used car dealer...
• Re: Waxoyl
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Apr 1995 11:55:59 -0300
  ...out. Their unofficial motto is: "We coat it, you float it". Locks in water like nothing else, plugs drain holes, then delaminates from your...
• Re: 87 Vanagon, GL, Wolfsburg, Weekender
  Historical mailing list - Bobby K. Winter
  Fri, 02 May 1997 23:27:47 -0500
  ...miles, blue metalic paint, 2.1 engine, 4 speed, > > Power Steering,locks and mirows > > AC newly rebuilt, rebuilt clutch clyinders > > New tires, belts, and...
• Re: VW 3 : Locksmith 1
  Historical mailing list - Robinson
  Fri, 16 Aug 1996 13:29:17 -0400 (EDT)
  Once I was locked out of my '73 bus/camper in the rain. I was out late and didn't want to face the...
• Re: 83.5 no shift?
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Sat, 6 Oct 2001 16:12:20 EDT
  ...Suddenly locks into gear. First, reverse, third. second and fourth won't engage. If I mess w/ it for a bit, I can get...
• Should I buy on T3 or T4 syncro, advice please.
  Historical mailing list - Lukas Heukamp
  Tue, 13 Nov 2001 18:38:19 +0000
  ...lots of spoilers and is also lowered and has no diff. Locks. I am also looking at a T4 LWB with a diff lock...
• FS 1990 Syncro Camper, $22,500 Chico, CA area
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 6 Feb 2002 15:13:17 -0600
  ...Fully Loaded (pwr windows, locks, 5spd granny tranny, locking differential), nakamichi CD, new tires, struts/shocks, bra, etc. This camper is mechanically intact, except...
• Re: reversing sliding side windows
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 28 Jan 2003 07:33:59 EST
  ...in the summer without someone being able to pop the door locks with a piece of bent coat hanger.>> Give someone and inch and...
• For Sale: '90 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Don Oldenburg
  Sun, 21 Sep 2003 11:35:50 EDT
  ...Power windows/doors locks/mirrors. AC (front and rear outlets). Cruise control. Rear defroster. AM/FM Cassette Stereo (front & rear speakers). Michelins. Original engine...
• Re: Fuse confusion - in Los Angeles!
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 18:04:51 -0700
  You got it! :) On 4/27/07, PB <pbrattan@gmail.com> wrote: > > Sorry - 1990 Westy, automatic, AC, power windows, locks, etc. I live in...
• Re: Syncron Questions-Tires Squeal and Lower Dash Knobs?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 2 May 2002 14:46:05 -0700
  ...OUt will engage the diff locks and DEcouple the front. Put all of these in and you'll have full time 4 wheel drive...
• Re: Found an old key...
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Mon, 25 Aug 2014 19:51:44 -0700
  ...of vanagons etc. > > I've not had any problem getting a locksmith to make a copy of a vanagon key eithe, though I don...
• Re: rear hatch lock extension
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:12:57 -0600
  ...to leave the > hatch open a few inches for ventilation and locks in that position with the key. > Jerry > ... sure agree with this Jerry...
• Re: Diff locks on 2WD Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 19 Jul 1999 13:39:29 -0700
  Poor man's "limited slip" differential: Partial application of the parking brake when one wheel slips! Keep the lock button depressed and pull until...
• she's beautiful!
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Tue, 13 Feb 2001 10:18:04 -0800
  ...diff lock, power mirrors, power windows, probably power door locks, cb radio, tinted windows, honeywell alarm, and a killer "god bless this camper" sticker...
• my dream vanagon----I'm building it!
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Fri, 26 Jul 2002 18:44:59 -0500
  ...white Carat...... ---got the white power heated mirrors too and door locks all the way around ---16 x 7.5 alloys with 225 // 50...
• Re: Thoughts on State of the List
  Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter / Iowa City, Iowa
  Sun, 9 May 2004 16:12:42 -0500
  ...more > >tangible aspects of the machine. > > Such as the engine, transmission, locks, doorhandles, HVAC controls... > -- > Andrew Grebneff > Dunedin > New Zealand > <andrew.grebneff@stonebow.otago...
• Re: I'm about to buy VW LT 4x4 - anyone with exepience with these?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Jan 2007 20:16:11 EST
  ...There is about 160.000km on it, front and rear > differential locks, five speed, power steering, seating for seven and a > straight six 2...
• Re: Electric door locks
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Thu, 4 Aug 2022 17:06:58 +0200
  They are also available in Golf MK3 and similar with central locking. In both doors. Also Passat -93, Beetle, Audi TT... 357972754 Ready to...
• Re: Issue with door lock
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:45:10 -0700
  ...Any knowledge I can gather about these locks and locking mechanisms will be helpful to him. -- Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott 84 Westfalia: Mellow...
• Re: Finally got a westy!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sun, 26 May 2002 21:59:18 -0500
  ...white, power locks, windows, mirrors, cruise, air, automatic very nice interior, fridge, stove perfect canvas, screens body in very good condition virtually new tires...
• Brought home a '90 Carat yesterday...
  Historical mailing list - ok artguy
  Sun, 23 Feb 2003 12:05:48 -0600
  ...It came with a fresh, quiet-running and leak-tight German-case motor, five alloy wheels, working R134 a/c, working pwr windows/locks...
• '88 Weekender FS in DC area
  Historical mailing list - mike hugill
  Wed, 7 May 2003 09:01:55 -0400
  ...Cruise control, power windows and door locks, hella fog lights, dual batteries, table, rear facing jump seats, fold out bed, allow wheels, A/C...
• Re: Remove gas cap without key?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 28 Aug 2003 09:06:14 EDT
  ...NET writes: << Is there any code on these things that a locksmith might use to make a new one, or some fairly non-destructive...
• Re: Dashboard Tray
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 21 Dec 2004 12:24:38 EST
  ...their names and sure have most of the GL > options (power locks, windows mirrors, etc.); did THEY have the silly > stamped dash tray? > > Holy...
• Re: Actuator?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Wing
  Tue, 2 Jul 2019 08:51:13 -0400
  ...Do both door locks cycle? Bob 88 Westy
• Re: rear hatch lock
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 23 Dec 2010 21:01:37 -0700
  ...This is a common occurrence with keys that are 5-10 |ngenerations old, combined with crusty locks. We can handle the key and |cleaning...
• RE: Rusting seams and other hard to fix rust problems.
  Historical mailing list - Linda J. Bartnik
  06 Mar 96 20:00:56 EST
  ...But it won't get any rustier! The oil locks out both water and air. It works, it's cheap, less filling, tastes great...
• Re: Power Windows/Power Locks
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Wed, 7 Nov 2001 08:15:36 -0800
  andrew, do you have any pics fo the regulators? do i assume that's motors plus regulators? do you know if the vw harnesses...
• Help Locating T4 Connection: Power Door Lock Problem
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Sun, 13 Feb 2005 08:01:38 -0800
  I'm trying to diagnose the problem of my power door locks continually cycling up and down. This is a 11/89 build date...
• Re: Microsoft Vista and ETKA
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Tue, 21 Aug 2007 09:55:24 -0400
  ...drive, since that is one of the locations Vista locks down -- from what I remember). But, if it is your computer, you should have...
• Vanagon keys--the answers
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 20:23:01 -0500
  ...Here's the whole story on Vanagon keys, as far as I know, and corroborated by all my locksmithing materials. All Vanagons used 1...