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  • Re: R134a in 88 Weekender.
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 2 Jul 2003 23:15:58 -0500
    Hey Stan, get on the horn, call Brewster's in Anchorage, Alaska and they will send you some kick-ass suspenders with hardware that...
  • Hello again and looking for tires
    Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
    Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:29:05 -0500
    ...I got the fuel lines replaces, most of the brake parts, belts, battery, voltage regulator, shocks, horn ring, etc. I did some of it...
  • Friday story..
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 1 Sep 95 17:04:07 +0200
    ...opposite light is turning yellow, you're sure to hear a horn or two. Something to be said about Toronto courtesy.. :-) I drove the...
  • Re: [T2] help with starter relay? (odd, see pics)
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Thu, 13 Jul 2006 19:46:47 -0700
    ...The relay is essentially a relay used commonly in lighting, horn, fuel pump, fuel injection and some other circuits on other vehicles, domestic or...
  • Re: bought a syncro
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:28:29 -0400
    ...but a small but bad > bit at corner of driver door) > horn ring broken > broken sway bar drop link > a/c not charged > webasto...
  • 02 sensor life
    Historical mailing list - j fritz
    Mon, 5 Jul 1999 12:54:18 -0500
    ...People behind me swear and honk the horn....I don't really care, but it doesn't allow for the occassional "need to get...
  • '63 Deluxe on the road after 10 yrs.
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 05 May 1996 03:40:16
    ...jump back into neutral.) Next order of business is wipers, mirrors, horn, and turn signals, none of which are exist yet. Then a new...
  • Re: Danger - Jump Starting with AC on !
    Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
    Sat, 18 Jun 2005 17:34:30 -0400
    ...in fact, the car konked out and coasted into its parking place many days before, not even a hint of horn or headlight, not...
  • Re: Fridge problems
    Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
    Thu, 27 Apr 2000 16:46:48 -0700
    ...I then put a charger on the > dead battery. > > Headlights, wipers, horn, dome light, etc. all work. Put > fridge on 12v, > > nothing. Next tried...
  • Re: Defroster questions
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
    Fri, 10 Mar 2023 10:27:01 -0800
    ...Blower 11 8 Amp (White) Turn Signals 12 8 Amp (White) Horn, Back-Up Lights *Additional Fuses At Right Of Fuse Panel* *13 8...
  • Re: Coolant Leak - 2.1L WBX
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Fri, 4 Sep 2015 08:27:31 -0700
    ...the front of the head and is shaped somewhat like The Horn of Plenty....smaller on one end trumpeting out to larger after a...
  • Re: Electrical question from the laziest guy in the room
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Sun, 1 Dec 2013 17:27:21 -0800
    ...wheel. > remove old ign switch via one screw. > attend to the horn contact ring on the back of the steering wheel while > you're...
  • Re: CB Antennas and stuff
    Historical mailing list - Lewis Horn
    Wed, 10 May 1995 09:27:27 -0400 (EDT)
    ...Lewis Horn z006539b@bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us On Tue, 9 May 1995, Joel Walker wrote: > On Tue, 9 May 95 11:53:43...
  • Vanagon Maint. Schedule
    Historical mailing list - Richard Angelini
    Tue, 7 Oct 1997 15:24:30 -0700
    ...headlights, high beam indicator, parking lights, side marker lights, license plate lights, emergency/hazard flasher, stop lights, tail lights, backup lights, turn signals, horn...
  • Re: horn
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Fri, 27 Mar 2020 08:18:17 -0700
    National Forests often have isolated individual undeveloped camping spots that are always open as long as they are accessible. Perfect for "rough" Vanagon camping...
  • Re: passed DE inspection :-)
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:53:55 -0400
    ...besides the lights, horn and wiper function > test, > the fuel cap was pressure tested and the CH/CO values were measured:at low > rpm...
  • Re: Friday article on DIY repair shops
    Historical mailing list - Vincent Dow
    Sat, 17 Aug 2019 00:03:24 -0400
    ...from California. Nerve-wracking as the van needs a lot fixed. Horn doesn’t work No Speedo Windshield washer pump never worked Wooden bumper...
  • Won't start when hot OR cold
    Historical mailing list - Carlen, Gregg
    Sun, 25 Mar 2001 17:54:12 -0500
    ...the starter/solenoid Checked the alarm system contacts and function (aftermarket 'Hornet' alarm system) Checked every fuse and contact I could find under the...
  • Re: Ca�ro Report: P�lgr�m's Progress
    Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
    Wed, 13 Jun 2001 21:30:17 -0700
    ...van problems (s�nk trap leak - Odometer stopped - cracked w�ndscreen - horn > stopped). All but the w�ndscreen I was able to f�x...
  • Re: What to carry?
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Thu, 21 Oct 2004 15:24:08 -0700
    ...that turns on all interior and exterior lights simultaneously A musical horn with a 100-song memory and a hookup for an external keyboard...
  • Re: Moving with a Vanagon, cross-country
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
    Sun, 22 May 2005 00:10:01 EDT
    ...Stop in Montana and Wyoming--see the medicine wheel in Big Horn National Forest. See the site of the concentration camp from WWII for...
  • Re: '86 Electrical Ground Locations (Cleaning Grounds)
    Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
    Mon, 5 Feb 2007 23:13:44 -0800
    ...Pump. Grounded to body sheet-metal by the fuel pump. 4. Horn Ring. One on the steering column and one on the steering box...
  • Re: Dometic-Gas Lighting
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Mon, 26 Apr 1999 20:41:20 -0300
    ...passenger's seat around three times (anti clockwise), and honk the horn IN THAT ORDER, Fridge starts every time!!!!! Bird-brain Malcolm S > > > > Push...
  • Re: How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Tue, 21 Nov 2006 08:53:00 -0800
    ...It took about 45 minutes > > (not counting a trip to > > > the FLAPS to get a 24mm socket). > > > > > > 1) Remove shaft "cowling" > > > 2) Remove horn...
  • Re: Wasserboxer Reputation . long
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Mon, 9 Dec 2002 23:09:26 -0800
    ...There were relays to drive horn, headlights, fans etc. etc. Upholstery held up -- my folks bought a Ford Escort at the same time I...
  • Re: No fuel pressure options?
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Thu, 31 Oct 2013 09:56:18 -0600
    ...The engine will cough when ether is briefly shot into the > air horn, so it's not an ignition or compression issue. i have...
  • Re: hesitation from a stop and replacing afm
    Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
    Mon, 24 Mar 2003 16:13:17 -0500
    ...Having just replaced the head > gasket I was pumped up enough to grab the bull by the > horns and put in that AFM. > Let...
  • Installing Ignition Switch - HELP!!!
    Historical mailing list - Germain
    Sat, 5 Jun 2004 21:32:53 -0400
    ...remove is [in this order]; 1. ignition key from switch; 2. horn button from steering wheel; 3. 17mm nut that holds down steering wheel...
  • Re: Fuse list for 1984 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Mon, 7 Aug 2006 12:13:31 -0700
    ...Ventilation Fan Blower Fuse 11 - 8 Amp - Turn Signals Fuse 12 - Horn, Backup (Reverse) Lights Additional Fuses (if equipped) - In separate fuseholders located at...
  • Re: Friday flammables-Flammables vs. combustibles.
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:33:50 -0700
    ...So, I'm putting in a really loud horn from an Alfa Romeo. But I might upgrade: http://www.assuredautomotiveproducts.com/VIAIR-20005-Kit...
  • Re: Advice for a long road trip
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Wed, 21 Jun 2000 09:40:10 -0700
    ...Doug Hornberger wrote: > > I have 5 areas I would like to ask your suggestions/recommendations on. > > 1) Based on the history of our Vanagon...
  • 1985 van for sale
    Historical mailing list - Laura Mangan
    Wed, 16 Aug 2017 10:16:44 -0400
    ...and a new, working horn cover! (thanks Jim Felder ) I am asking $4,000 for it. and i'd like to see that. I...
  • Re: The flattery of flashing blue lights
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Sat, 10 Nov 2007 12:50:40 -0800
    ...I got the opportunity to test the Westy's new air horns this > morning (someone sitting through a green light while waiting to make...
  • Re: Ron's Subliminal and not so subliminal msgs WAS: busdepot.comBeep ???
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Mon, 4 Mar 2002 09:55:27 -0600
    ...m now hearing Ron's voice every time I beep the horn in my > >Westy..... > > > >Ric > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: Click...
  • Re: Fuel pump folly (little Vanagon content)
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:08:09 -0500
    ...But those two toned (country and city) horns were the most reliable things on the car. I did like the hand crank to start...
  • Re: A/C HOT wires!!
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Sat, 17 Apr 1999 09:39:36 -0700
    ...So you get dimmer lights, a weaker horn or in the case of the AC, less voltage to the component that you're trying...
  • Re: Di-Electric Grease....Magic Stuff
    Historical mailing list - Doug Noganav
    Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:04:15 -0800
    ...I first bought a little "Taco Bell Sauce" pack of it at Kragen for a buck or two for use on my Vanagon horn...
  • Re: Haynes Manual
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Wed, 29 Mar 2000 20:44:12 -0800
    ...Sullivan wrote: >Ah, but the Haynes manual has a few of the wiring diagrams for features not >available on US cars: > >- dual horns >- fog...
  • 1985 single cab for sale (rough)
    Historical mailing list - Greg Rich
    Mon, 11 Jun 2001 14:04:47 EDT
    ...t been driven regularily for a long time, all lights work, horn, wipers, new park brake cables, heater fan not working, heat stuck on...
  • Battering Ram vs. Ford Escort
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Tue, 28 May 2002 21:59:08 -0400
    ...I laid on the horn and the brakes, and got that sinking feeling as the car disappeared below my windshield. Spun the escort a...
  • "Blue light" incidents..Vanagon content..
    Historical mailing list - Alex Towner
    Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:34:55 +0000
    ...making meaningful repairs.) I wired up some stereo speakers, fixed the horn, and added a Mk2 Jetta tachometer that would properly match the inline...
  • Re: Heater Box Photos
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Thu, 30 Jan 2003 14:23:47 -0600
    ...It also took about 30 minutes to get the horn working after I got the dash back in. If you can do the whole...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Beautiful white 1990 westy camper in Bellevue...
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Mon, 9 Jun 2014 13:46:23 -0500
    ...Cars sold by dealers in WA must be safe (brakes, tires, > lights, horn, etc.) or he could be sued if a safety item is...
  • Re: replacing ignition switch
    Historical mailing list - Tyrone Greene
    Mon, 31 Aug 1998 20:11:28 -0400
    ...remove is [in this order]; 1. ignition key from switch; 2. horn button from steering wheel; 3. 17mm nut that holds down steering wheel...
  • Re: da'lan hitch
    Historical mailing list - boroko
    Tue, 15 Jul 2003 20:44:52 -0500
    ...a brace on each side from the loop to the bumper horn. The trailer has surge brakes that helped considerably, but overall, the tow...
  • FW: Help! Eurovan overheating (fwd)
    Historical mailing list - Matthew L. Dekker
    Thu, 7 May 1998 10:17:39 -0700
    ...the fuse for this blows out periodically and the horn doesn't work (the horn uses the same fuse). Is there any easy way...
  • Need Help with Headlights
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 18:56:19 -0500
    ...What am I missing here? Is it possible that my stalk is having problems? or the connectors under the horn? I never had issues...
  • Re: mystery connector coming off rear heater circuit on my '84
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Thu, 13 Jan 2005 21:50:38 -0700
    ...However the 86 shows fuses for possibly Aux heater fuse 1 Aux heater fuse 2 Emergency horn system Central locking Power windows Butt warmer...
  • Re: I am not alone
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 22 Feb 2014 15:50:18 -0800
    ...They waved, blew the horn again, but didn't stop. Wish they had. > > > > But it's nice to know I'm not alone in...
  • Re: Need Help with Headlights
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 22:16:25 -0500
    ...that my stalk is having problems? or the connectors under the horn? > > I never had issues with the lights ever till now. > > Any help...
  • Re: Tierra del Fuego 2000
    Historical mailing list - Barbara Sutton
    Wed, 12 Feb 1997 20:02:04 -0800
    ...1-"Straightening Out the Road to Cape Horn" Road & Track, Jan.'84.(Follow up of R&T's May '83 article) The 1940/41...
  • Re: Hornet car alarm?
    Historical mailing list - Charles D Earl
    Sun, 6 Jul 1997 01:39:10 -0700 (PDT)
    Certainly a valid complaint. Probably everyone has been annoyed by an alarm that won't quit with no owner in sight. I probably wouldn...
  • Re: pick n pull
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Wed, 2 Apr 2008 13:57:28 -0700
    ...Let me know if there are any parts I should be pulling off this > thing! I pulled the voltage stabilizer and horn control. They...
  • Re: battery in engine compartment
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 9 Nov 2006 22:48:01 -0500
    ...There would be plenty of cool air from the side vent grill above, but the air cleaner horn protrudes several inches into it for...
  • Re: Eurovan propane tank
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 11 Nov 2013 11:46:04 -0500
    ...Eurovan propane tank I'll be hornswoggled. I've never heard of such a thing. Are we referring here to Westies with modified propane...
  • Re: 1991 Carat - the drama continues
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 21 Jul 2016 23:00:39 -0400
    ...As I rxited the highway at a cloverleave, my heart > > > sank! As the van slowed the oil light came on with the warning horn...
  • Re: VW sounds as ring tones
    Historical mailing list - george jannini
    Thu, 10 Dec 2015 19:13:00 -0500
    ...sound of your turn signal > >>> Time to get up, hear two horn beeps. > >>> Have a phone call, hear your van start up. > >>> > >>> Silly I...
  • Re: weakly stats ...
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 8 May 1995 13:04:24 -0400
    ...Personally i have taken off steering wheels by removing the securing nut (obvious once you disconnect and remove the horn button) and then *lightly...
  • Re: I get no respect
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 5 Apr 2004 08:28:02 -0500
    ...They kept blowing the horn, and tailgating me. Up ahead coming out of the bush on the right side I saw a moose aimed...
  • Re: nice article on current vw campers
    Historical mailing list - B Feddish
    Wed, 2 Jul 2008 15:17:58 -0400
    ...can hear the > > nice > >> tdi in action (as well as the horn, the wipers, the blinker and the > > warning > >> signals) > >> there are also four...