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• Speedo calibration
  Historical mailing list - Larry Carter
  Tue, 11 Aug 1998 12:15:25 -0000
  ...from there the cable goes directly into the back of the speedometer, there are no gear reductions along the way. I have seen some...
• AW: 16" tires -- spelling errors
  Historical mailing list - Michael Kraewinkel
  Mon, 26 Oct 1998 16:45:42 +0100
  ...The biggest problem i expect could be the deviation of the speedometer, which could be calibrated by VDO speedo service. spelling errors you�ve...
• Re: blinking oil light - solution
  Historical mailing list - Bjorn Ratjen
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 15:11:22 -0700
  ...a bad connection between the flat multiconnector in the dash and the printed circuit. (The oil pressure control module is actually behind the speedometer...
• Re: blue plastic circuit board
  Historical mailing list - John Brush
  Wed, 30 May 2001 18:24:53 -0600
  ...to >take off the dynamic oil pressure circuit board from the speedometer >(just disconnect the blue plastic from the speedo to clean the speedo...
• speedo
  Historical mailing list - mervyn. readman
  Fri, 6 Aug 1999 15:04:47 PDT
  ...I first noticed it when I looked down at the speedometer and saw it was out of place and not operating. So I took...
• Signal Woes
  Historical mailing list - Chris Paquette
  Fri, 16 Jul 1999 23:37:54 -0700
  ...when the signal was activated, the dashboard illuminating lights (behind the speedometer, for instance) were flashing. This was not the case when the other...
• Re: speedo calibration - what's it cost (roughly)?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Mon, 5 Apr 2004 09:44:23 -0700
  ...I had my speedo repaired by speedometer.com and asked that they re-calibrate it. I had to tell them that 100 KPH = 62...
• Re: Dead analog clock - any easy fixes
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 22 Aug 2004 22:22:29 -0400
  ...Then I glued in a >custom clock face I made with letters traced from a VDO speedometer, >and installed the arms back on the...
• Re: Front Suspension
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 22 May 2013 21:20:40 -0400
  ...I've reviewed Bentley over and over so I think I'm ready, however, what I can't find is what holds the speedometer...
• FS: 87 Vanagon GL, KC(fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Jon Christensen
  Mon, 27 Apr 1998 14:00:27 -0500
  ...Actual miles unknown but over 100K (Speedometer works fine but the odometer stopped rolling last year) Delivery possible. Currently located near Kansas City. E...
• Re: [FIX] Instrument Housing Repair
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Sun, 29 Sep 2002 22:19:54 -0400
  ...My problem was around the > speedometer holes. All broken out except for one hole. I had the speedo > held in place with "100 mph...
• Re: Michelin XCA tires - highway RPMS
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 8 Oct 2002 23:14:04 -0400
  ...are a larger diameter than the MXTs. (I noted that my speedometer now reads 3 mph slower than actual speed - my speedo is labeled...
• Re: 85 Man Tran Fluid
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Wed, 8 Jan 2003 14:08:50 -0800
  above the speedometer. Of course. Pull off instrument cluster (it's back pop up and hinges sort of up)> IN there is the clutch...
• Re: VW V-8 engine
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 22:16:28 -0800
  ...that it will actually go past the 120 mph on the speedometer. > > > I think the ECU's speed limiter cuts in at 115 mph...
• Re: instrument cluster swap
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Mon, 3 May 2004 16:56:10 -0400
  ...no Tach clusters. > I've seen speedometers with cruised control built in. > Air Cooled clusters have different indicator lights and different > electronics printed circuit...
• Re: Diesel mileage tire question (odometer accuracy)
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Wed, 15 Dec 2004 13:32:34 -0800
  ...I check my speedometer on those unmanned radar signs that they put along side the road around here and I am always within 1...
• Re: Odometer problem
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 10 Jul 2008 19:07:19 -0400
  This is a very common problem with Vanagon speedometers and really the only way I have found to fix it is to get the...
• Re: Speedometer/Odometer connections
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Wed, 8 Oct 2008 10:14:20 -0700
  That is for the "dynamic oil pressure warning system". 86+ has 2 oil pressure switches and a logic board inside the speedo that they...
• Re: Shake down cruise
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 8 Aug 2011 15:13:29 -0700
  ...Survived the mountains, down to < 30 mph on a few grades.....about as expected.���Found I drove more with the tach than the speedometer...
• Re: Wheel C-clip
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 07:51:29 -0400
  ...Aug 10, 2010 4:27 PM > > > > I am going to replace the speedometer cable with the one that does away > with the EG counter...
• Re: master cylinder, where is it
  Historical mailing list - onanov
  Mon, 26 May 2003 11:16:40 -0500
  It's between your speedometer and tachometer. Lift the cover of the instrument cluster to find the refill reservoir. Possibly one of the oddest...
• Re: Wanted: Syncro camper body, no rust
  Historical mailing list - zolo
  Tue, 8 Jun 2004 23:18:03 -0700
  ...features (locking differential vacuum lines etc.) are unique to > the Syncro. Speedometer and cable are different. > > Anything I've missed, Karl? > > Of course, since...
• Normal mpg?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 27 Aug 2007 07:41:20 -0700
  ...The odo is accurate (used those freeway "Speedometer check" signs in several areas to confirm). I've noted fuel consumption at many gas stations...
• Re: power
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sun, 24 Oct 1999 13:49:41 -0500
  ...doesn't have to check their speedometer > when they spot a cop. (Maybe if I had a speedometer it would be > different . . . ) i still...
• Re: Speedometer is off
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 3 Jul 2016 15:03:15 -0700
  My guess is that a lot of Vanagon odometers have been fixed by well intended owners ("coughs" like me. lol) One thing that is...
• WAS:trip out west-NOW: Heater valve
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 5 Aug 2010 17:08:57 -0600
  ...Be careful disconnecting the speedometer cable as the clip can break if you're to physical with it. bob > >
• Instrument Cluster w/Tach on eBay
  Historical mailing list - 1980 VW Westfalia \"Pokey\"
  Mon, 2 Oct 2000 09:06:59 -0400
  ...Vanagon instrument cluster with all gauges, speedometer and tachometer. This was taken out of my 1991 that I am parting out. This will fit...
• Re: AT speeds/rpm's
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 2 Jul 2002 00:00:24 -0400
  ...Note that most vanagon speedometers over read by at least 4%. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On...
• Re: Importing from Canada to US
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 7 Jan 2008 08:26:51 -0800
  ...If it has the US DOT compliance and emission >stickers, (I doubt it) you will still need to the speedometer changed to >US spec...
• Re: sad engine fire victim, 88 Wolfy
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 1 May 2008 18:01:24 -0500
  ...Engine fire that burned so bad that the speedometer > needle melted and I can't read the odometer numbers. 99.99% total loss. > Jumpseats...
• Re: Speedometer Cable
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 12 Jul 2017 13:00:47 -0600
  ...7/12/17, Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote: >> >> Subject: Re: Speedometer Cable >> To: "Keith Hughes" <keithahughes@yahoo.com> >> Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM...
• Re: Got Shifter Bushings?
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:01:33 -0500
  ...251957809J- Syncro Speedometer Drive Cable- $125 > > > 4. 251609701D- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (left)- $75 > > > 5. 251609702- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (right)- $75 > > > 6. 094409181B...
• Re: Speedy
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 8 Dec 2013 11:56:24 -0600
  ...needs a master cylinder, is it >the mechanic's fault if the speedometer cable doesn't get lubed or the >ground stars get cleaned,
• Re: Using the "extra" LEDs in the instrument cluster
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:06:00 -0500
  ...the box is just an extra source of potential > bouncy-needle speedometer syndrome. > > In that case, the wire is already coming out of the...
• Re: Speedometer house repair suggestions ?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 30 Mar 2010 19:20:08 -0700
  re VW didn't understand plastics and plastics engineering as well as they thought they did. ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Beierl" <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET...
• Re: odometer gear repair method
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 7 Jun 2009 12:18:17 -0700
  After several unsuccessful attempts to repair the odometer gear on my 84 GL, I eventually had North Hollywood Speedometer & Clock fix the darn thing...
• Re: EGR light.
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 30 Jan 2003 16:36:01 -0600
  ...If you climb under your van from the drivers side in front and look up you will see the speedometer cable looping down from...
• Re: Speedometer Ok -Odometer and trip meter dead!?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 19 May 2006 20:38:14 -0700
  > > dont press the ODO reset button while the vehicle is moving.. this is a > common no-no with all VAG products. others may balk...
• Re: speedo cable
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Fri, 17 Nov 2006 20:25:27 -0500
  ...would the cable slip out > to the point of > rendering the speedometer non-functional? > > I'm trying to leave on holiday tomorrow and now...
• Re: Need tire and wheel recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Aug 2008 16:38:03 -0700
  ...this kind of abuse? >> >> In addition, I have calculated that my speedometer and odometer read >> about >> 5% low (65 MPH is actually over 70...
• Re: Tires
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:21:31 -0400
  ...The speedometer's 10 mph off now anyway. (I need to open it up and fix it.) > > I've used Michelin Agilis 61's...
• Re: tire circumference
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 15 Oct 2011 14:27:15 -0700
  ...question I have had for a while is why do vanagon speedometers have a range of revs/mile numbers on them? I have 2...
• Re: tire diamaters
  Historical mailing list - sstones
  Mon, 22 Aug 1994 23:26:05 -0400 (EDT)
  ...suspension (they were well worn) and b) apart from > affecting the speedometer slightly if running the 195's at the front > and the 185...
• Re: Warning!!! Check Your Speedometer - What a Sad, Sad Example
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sun, 12 May 2002 21:09:33 -0500
  Right----and notice it's only the two countries that really count----- And the craziest darn thng is---- We reject the ass backward's...
• Re: Better Shifter Bushings?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 26 Apr 2010 23:26:51 -0700
  ...251957809J- Syncro Speedometer Drive Cable- $125 > >>> 4. 251609701D- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (left)- $75 > >>> 5. 251609702- Syncro Rear Brake Cable (right)- $75 > >>> 6. 094409181B...
• Re: OXS light
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 20 Jun 2007 22:02:39 -0400
  ...I tried (many times) to reset the mileage counter by? >pressing the button on the speedometer cable box, as described on? >vanagon.com. It...
• Re: Yokohama tires: math lesson
  Historical mailing list - Vanman
  Tue, 20 Oct 1998 20:47:05 -0700
  ...This would mean an indicated speedometer reading on the Passat of 60 >mph would actually be 69 mph once the 205s were installed. > >Budd...
• Re: Speedo parts wanted
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 2 May 2010 21:46:36 -0700
  ...local 1988 westy owner asked me for some help with her speedometer... > I pulled it out and it was the typical issue where the...
• Re: Looking for a Rabbit Pickup, DAVID
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 23 Jul 1998 02:55:50 EDT
  ...Interior is mint with 220km speedometer, no cracks in the dash or seats. The paint it fantastic - Dragon Green everything is painted including all...
• Re: Instrument panel is disintegrating!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Fri, 8 Dec 2000 07:09:08 -0800
  ...After > fabricating clips to replace the broken holes, now the panel is > fracturing behind the speedometer. I have little shards of plastic > falling out...
• Re: Westfalia outlet location Was: Nice 1985 Westfalia for sale
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Tue, 5 Mar 2002 05:09:06 +0000
  ...The metric speedometer made me feel like I was going fast, and complicated checking fuel economy. There may be other differences. I was told...
• Re: LVC: Porsche 914 Tach?
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Tue, 1 Aug 2006 22:13:36 -0400
  ...Well I have a nice VDO electronic speedometer >lying around to use (it goes up to 160MPH; how optimistic!), but I'm >hesitant to...
• Re: Odd-ometer repair
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Sun, 13 May 2007 15:15:38 -0700
  ...The Speedometer and Odometer are two different instruments in the same housing. The odometer is gear coupled to the number wheels and the reset...
• Re: Clock repair and another defect
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
  Thu, 27 Aug 1998 18:29:49 -0700
  Most Vanagon speedometers have black electrician's tape holding them together instead of the grey duct tape. They are all broken like this, probably...
• Re: Dash Cluster Needed, '86+
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:28:50 -0700
  ...There's a hole in the dash for a speedometer/odometer |and they want to see one there, end of story. | |Yours, |David
• Re: GPS recommendations?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:48:29 -0600
  ...A good speedometer.. >> >> Can anyone recommend one GPS over another? >> >> >> >> Rob >> >> becida@comcast.net >> Western Washington State, USA >> >
• FS: 1986 Syncro Westfalia 2.1L WBX engine
  Historical mailing list - Larry Johnson
  Tue, 8 Nov 2005 19:15:36 -0500
  ...It has approximately 155,000 miles on it (approximate because the odometer/speedometer haven't worked for a couple of years). This is the...
• Re: Odometer fix?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sun, 5 Jul 2009 19:38:21 -0400
  ...time it falls out again. > > Any suggestions as to glues or other fixes? A new speedometer is around $200 > so that's out. > > Mike >
• Re: Fluttering Speedometer
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 27 Dec 2000 07:00:38 EST
  In a message dated 12/26/2000 11:55:10 PM Eastern Standard Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: > Gary, I have seen the...
• Re: Fluttering Speedometer
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 27 Dec 2000 07:52:24 EST
  In a message dated 12/26/2000 11:55:10 PM Eastern Standard Time, LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: > Gary, I have seen the...