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• Re: Stuck Defrost Fan
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 10:25:40 -0400
  ...Once the car was turned off, the plastic solidified, locking the switch in position. Probably culprit would be a weak connection inside the switch...
• Re: South African Vanagon: Source for parts? YES
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Tue, 13 Jan 2004 20:31:50 +1300
  ...It has the Audi 5-cylinder 2.6 >litre engine, 5-speed manual transmission, power steering, >electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking and...
• 90 Westfalia power locks problem
  Historical mailing list - Paul Peranteau
  Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:19:12 -0500
  ...Passenger door and sliding door are locking and unlocking quite normally, though certainly not powered. Is there some magic ritual (or correct order of...
• Re: [NVC] Peeve: cars that honk
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Mon, 15 Aug 2005 12:34:48 -0700
  ...Would have been even sweeter if the folks that own those behemoth pickup trucks, SUVs, and late-model cars DIDN'T INSIST ON LOCKING...
• Re: diff lock/limited slip axle
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 02:00:52 -0500
  ...It doesn't actually "lock" like a real locking differential. >If and only if there is to much enough force, such as dry pathment...
• Re: Vent wing seals? Anybody?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 27 Apr 2016 07:37:02 -0700
  ...If you want to see yours, open your vent and, with a torch driver, loosen the locking handle. The piece in question goes directly...
• Re: Rear hatch lock
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Fri, 1 Jul 2011 07:30:19 -0400
  ...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: variable-speed wiper relay mod
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Mon, 18 Oct 1999 13:05:13 -0400
  ...Grab a VW intermittent relay from the junkyard. > - Remove the white locking pin from the wiper column switch. This > will allow it to move...
• Re: � � � Followup: sucking gas tank...
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 5 Sep 2002 17:52:43 EDT
  ...No idea how to remove the lock cylinder > On a SYNCRO locking gas gap the lock cylinder is relatively easy to remove. It is...
• Re: Bypass coolant pipes under van for rear heater
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Fri, 6 Jun 2008 08:46:18 -0700
  After pinching the hoses with clamps or locking pliers, I put a towel under the core to catch any coolant and then pulled the...
• Re: 11mm brake line wrench
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 12:13:21 -0700
  ...nut, then clamp the wrench with a vice-grip type of > locking pliers. This helps keep the line nut wrench from spreading > under extreme...
• Re: Good customer service experience, Rotopax
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Mon, 8 Jul 2013 13:55:00 -0700
  It's mounted with the locking LOX Pack Mount: <http://rotopax.com/LOX-Pack-Mount.html> "[...] when I perused the Rotopax web site, I...
• It Baffles Science (Door lock edition)
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Sun, 9 May 2010 13:34:12 -0700
  last month the driver's door on Mellow Yellow decided to stop locking. Key would not turn, button would not depress. I posted a...
• Re: Vanagon Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Thu, 14 Sep 2000 14:52:35 EDT
  ...Thereby, keeping the rear drums from locking up before the from rotors. For those who want to experiment with what happens you foolishly adjust...
• Re: Wanted: Syncro camper body, no rust
  Historical mailing list - zolo
  Tue, 8 Jun 2004 23:18:03 -0700
  ...Of course the drive shaft, skid plate, > front transaxle, etc. > > Some features (locking differential vacuum lines etc.) are unique to > the Syncro. Speedometer and...
• Re: Battery dies due to excessive draw on fuse #3 (accessories)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:55:35 -0700
  ...light isn't on. > The > Bentley manual mentions that the central locking has some sort of interface > with this circuit, but it doesn't...
• Re: Vanagon Antenna options
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 4 Jun 2008 09:24:41 -0700
  ...The aftermarket ones > I've > seen are kind of wimpy. > > > > > NOT TRUE, the Antenna > "DELUXE, w/chrome base, top mount, > flush > locking tip, C23...
• Re: Limited slip differential on ice or snow
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sat, 3 Nov 2007 18:45:45 -0700
  Some have added a locking diff from the Syncro to the RWD transmission. This gives you some control over when to switch from 1WD...
• Re: 90 Multivan auto locks problem
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 17 Jan 2009 15:39:14 -0800
  It's been a while since I had to get at the locking system fuse on a 90 Syncro Westy..... and it's 'way...
• Re: Only opens when all locked ...
  Historical mailing list - The Westy man
  Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:07:13 -0700
  ...the hatch if I lock all the doors with the >> central locking feature. > > Zoltan ~ i usually fix this condition by cycling the lock system...
• Re: Here's a stupid request
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:44:10 -0700
  ...It would be good to know if you have a locking diff or not. Assuming US-spec with Wasserboxer R&P? Ratios have to...
• Re: Front brake pads
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 6 Jun 2009 14:07:10 -0700
  ...in the > Bentley (46.5 A.) it says that new self locking bolts must be used when > re-fastening brake caliper housing. I spoke...
• Re: Limited slip differential
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:27:34 -0700
  ...wrote: > I have a SA 5-speed transmission with a syncro locking diff on it. It works > great! > > > > Todd > > '88 Westy > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From...
• Door Locks
  Historical mailing list - Mark A. Williamson
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 15:00:15 +0000
  ...This locks all doors including the sliding door once it is shut." Correct-a-mundo! This is similar to my ususal way of locking...
• FS: 85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Jim DiGennaro
  Tue, 11 May 1999 22:36:58 -0400
  ...Needs muffler, and temp control cable (that what brought him to Flynns) It has dealer installed cruise control, optional middle seat w/locking compartment...
• bus boys side step and web page problem
  Historical mailing list - Barry & Margarita
  Fri, 12 Nov 1999 14:36:44 -0500
  ...Simple to >install, the Side Step mounts in the existing Jack-Holes (drilling is required for locking allen >bolts, allen wrench is included) and...
• Re: Front seat belt explanation needed
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 27 Feb 2004 00:59:35 EST
  ...a pain to reach around when locking/unlocking the slider (on the '84 down you cannot lock the slider and slam it closed, like...
• Re: Peloquin experience?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Thu, 15 Nov 2007 18:13:08 -0800
  ...Soon there will be a locking LSD version available...spendy, but the best of all worlds in my opinion. Daryl of AA Transaxle (425...
• Re: Dead VC
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
  Wed, 17 Dec 1997 17:16:13 -0800
  ...I remember something about both making them less aggressive in the initial lock (locking later) and locking stronger. This was apparently accomplished by making...
• Re: Electrical "Locking" Terminal Info + Question
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 8 Feb 2013 18:47:05 -0800
  Ok. I see. I agree. It seems these terminals require a different crimper than I have. I did find that using the tool one...
• Re: Comprehensive re-keying
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 31 May 2010 18:12:22 -0700
  ...the lock mechanism has fallen apart, with the wafers falling down making it so the key can't even be inserted (manual locking from...
• Re: Front Suspension - Screws
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 24 May 2009 13:25:39 -0700
  ...It is obvious that the > lower arm is not threaded for these bolts but are the other parts? Or, once > the self-locking nuts...
• auto's and dif locks
  Historical mailing list - Bob Berkemer
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 15:04:28 -0600
  ...in the a__!) Recently I think that Helmut mentioned that the locking differential was an option on two wheel drive vanagons, at least in...
• Power locks and doors.
  Historical mailing list - Tom Naylor
  Tue, 5 Sep 2000 10:44:58 -0700
  ...Thanks > > > >Tim > >87Wolfsburg > > I bought 4-door remote central locking from Electric-Life. Cost $295.00US. > They also have electric window kits for $240...
• Re: 11mm brake line wrench
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 08:19:33 -0700
  ...nut, then clamp the wrench with a vice-grip type of locking pliers. This helps keep the line nut wrench from spreading under extreme...
• Re: Burgers, pizza & security
  Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
  Wed, 11 Jun 2008 20:36:24 -0700
  ...the dim recesses of my mind I recall a thread on locking the back > seat.... I'm not thinking of totally securing the Vanagon...
• Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Replacing 1.9TD injection pump seal in van?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:50:07 -0700
  ...when you rotate the engine to all lined up , to put the IP sprocket locking pin in.. on most, there are two holes that...
• Re: bike rack bolted to hatch
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:30:40 -0600
  "The Yakima has a 'fork locking' option which is a little "T" that goes into a slot and is turned with a key..this...
• '83 fan removal / header removal
  Historical mailing list - Mike Jeffrey
  Sat, 19 Mar 2005 17:44:33 -0800
  ...I didn't see any obvious way of locking the fan in place so that I could remove the 3 bolts (the belt and...
• FS: '91 GL Vanagon (non-camper) in ABQ
  Historical mailing list - Blaine Bachman
  Tue, 30 Jun 1998 13:54:23 EDT
  ...says 5-speed???) No power package (crank windows and no central locking) RED!!!!!! (The best part) Grey interior, of course Bra Asking price - $9...
• Re: Towing?
  Historical mailing list - k1cajun
  Thu, 11 May 2000 08:56:53 -0500
  ...at both ends) so I could tow one vehicle backward > by locking the steering of the towed vehicle. I don't think it would...
• Re: curious ebay vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 15 Oct 2007 12:00:33 -0700
  ...than 1.00 too, given the inherent slippage of a > non-locking torque converter. I know little about the diesels, but isn't a...
• Re: Power Lock Trouble
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sat, 22 Jan 2011 19:57:50 -0800
  ...went crazy on me all of a sudden. > First they started locking and unlocking continuously, so I immediately took > it to the place that...
• Available: middle camper seat
  Historical mailing list - Jim DiGennaro
  Mon, 6 Jul 1998 21:02:05 -0400
  ...Its the type with the locking storage compartment underneath. The unit is brand new. The color is brown/tan with arm rests. It belonged...
• Re: converting to 4 wheel drive
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 5 Dec 2001 15:21:03 -0800
  ...a 2wd and wanted better traction is to put a syncro > locking transmission in. not cheap, about two grand, but you end up being...
• Re: Positive Vendor report - second weddle
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Fri, 15 Aug 2003 22:04:49 -0700
  ...and Cory Motors > in Santa Barbara, CA. > > I had Weddle outfit a south African 5spd > transmission with od 5th and > syncro locking differential, and...
• help: locked e-brake?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Agh
  Sat, 1 Jan 2005 20:45:20 -0800
  ...It felt as if something was locking up one of the rear wheels. The e-brake also felt very tight even when released. I...
• Re: Towing a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 18 Aug 2005 09:46:30 -0400
  ...a couple years ago with back wheels on the dolley, and locking the > steering...that was almost a disaster...we learned our lesson. > > So...
• Re: The automatic tranny on vanagons
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Mon, 23 Jul 2007 08:28:15 -0700
  ...They are basic three speed units, no locking torque converter. The torque conveters are air cooled, water cooled Vanagons have water cooling added to...
• Re: nuts in steering linkage and rack
  Historical mailing list - Tabe Johnson
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 15:26:23 -0500
  ...He shows the parts, described in the EKTA as a "self locking nut". 8mm. The parts guy then went on to say that their...
• <Syncro> VC #4: The Real Story
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 21 Feb 1997 12:58:53 -0400 (AST)
  ...For a rapid (off-road) locking use less air. The ratio of initial fluid shear torque (prior to lockup) vs. locked torque was 2...
• Re: Expensive Syncro Westie
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sat, 17 Mar 2007 19:25:23 -0700
  ...Let's say $500 with > labor assuming the vehicle already had central locking. > > Locking front differential $1k. Decoupler, $1k installed. Overhaul of > transmission with...
• Re: Best method for remove seized exhaust nuts?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:29:04 -0500
  ...They are locking nuts to keep things from loosening up. Spent much torch time on these too! Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain...
• Re: does mkp = Nm? (torque specs)
  Historical mailing list - David Bogle / Architecture
  Sat, 3 Oct 1998 10:50:52 -0400
  ...BTW, did you decide to buy those locking wheel nuts for the front of the syncro ?. I'm still in for 6, if so...
• Re: Alternate axle shaft locking mechanism for front brakes
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 19 Jun 2021 08:49:45 -0600
  https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=8476961 <https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?p=8476961> The "Bay Bus" or...
• Re: pop top canvas question
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Thu, 15 Feb 2018 06:02:08 -0800
  ...as the tongue on the latch had no scratches from the locking pin. In the 8 years since I purchased it, the mosquito screen...
• Re: 83 Air Cooled Fuel Pressure Question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 12 Dec 2014 21:36:43 -0500
  ...cylinder wash down causing excess wear or if real bad hydraulically locking up a cylinder. If you're good for 10 minutes you have...
• Re: Non-locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:13:13 -0500
  Glad I caught this thread. I noticed my gas cap missing from my '86 a couple weeks ago (currently not roadworthy due to falling...
• Re: Door handles
  Historical mailing list - William Warburton
  Fri, 1 Jul 94 12:16:07 GMT
  ...The key then operated the mechanism which the wee catch inside also works to effect the locking? At any rate you should be able...
• '87 Westfalia GL for sale
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 04 Sep 95 12:06:38 -0400
  ...top (no mildew) Very good condition Power windows, power mirror Central locking Alarm, compass Cruise, Alloy wheels Records Cupholders Remote refrigerator temp readout on...