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• sources for small vacuum tubing and fittings
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Mon, 30 May 2011 16:35:35 -0400
  Following-up on suggestion that I had a vacuum leak, I found several suspect pieces of tubing and connectors. My engine has combination of...
• Re: Dash Panel interchange.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 27 Feb 2001 13:49:41 -0500
  ...The connectors are diffrent on later model with tach so Actually the connectors are the same, but the signals go to different pins. You...
• Alternator with "W" connector
  Historical mailing list - Matt Heydon
  Fri, 20 Jun 2003 08:53:37 -0600
  ...My mechanic (who is trustworthy & knowledgeable) has a replacement for me BUT without the "W" connector. My current alternator has this "W" connector with...
• looking for a source for temp 2/temperature gauge sending unit connectors
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 14:30:11 -0500
  ...I'm thinking that it would be wise to replace both connectors since they are exceptionally brittle from the exposure to the heated coolant...
• Re: Rekindling search for an elusive part ('85 Vanagon)
  Historical mailing list - Donald Baxter
  Tue, 10 Apr 2001 12:12:40 -0500
  It's not a check valve--it's just a connector. I've looked in plumbing supply houses, at NAPA for generic plastic connectors...
• Re: O2 sensor wire replacement, '85
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 1 May 2008 16:47:21 -0400
  ...The run from the O2 sensor to the spade connector is not shielded. The shielded wire must only be grounded at ONE end (at...
• Re: part number needed
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Wed, 2 Jun 2004 14:35:24 -0700
  ...To find it in ETKA, go to Special Catalogs, select the Electrical Connectors and go to 6 pin connectors and go to 970-90...
• Connector for Syncro fuel level sending unit
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Turmel
  Thu, 8 Jul 2004 20:55:41 -0400
  Hi, Can someone tell me where is the connector for the two wires that goes to the fuel level sending unit on a Syncro...
• 88 GL - Resolved: Tach Inop after new coil install
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 11 Jan 2014 16:42:10 -0600
  The final solution was to replace the double connector with the two green wires. I cut the two green wires - put faston connectors on...
• Re: question about replacing temp 2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 8 Jan 2001 09:41:19 EST
  I put the temp sensor in so that I could remove the connector when checking the timing with the engine hot. I rotated the...
• What fuse would you use for this application?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 11 Apr 2015 14:37:27 -0500
  ...I wired in an external 12 connector using an Anderson Powerpole connector set and battery cables. I took the negative from the diesel exhaust...
• Re: O2 sensor - wire repair?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 17:24:33 -0500
  ...On the '84s the green wire has a boot covering a female spade connector -- the sensor also has a female connector with a boot...
• Re: Conductive grease for connections???
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 11:56:31 -0700
  ...It claims to reduce connector losses by using a "particle" which enhances the mechanical grip of the connectors. I did all of my van...
• Re: Replacement of Temp II sensor
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 23 Aug 2013 10:57:16 -0700
  The temp sensor and the temp sensor connector should be blue. If you have a new sensor and new o-ring ready just leave...
• Re: Dash foil
  Historical mailing list - Cecil Eastman
  Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:11:40 -0500
  ...I found that the copper traces for the 14 pin connector > were getting messed up from pulling/installing the connector so many > times. > > Found...
• CORRODED WIRE CONNECTORS
  Historical mailing list - mccullough bob
  Mon, 18 Mar 2019 20:41:31 -0500
  ...The second connector has 3 gray wires which I can’t find on the diagram. Any ideas? These connectors are very corroded so I...
• Re: Coolant temp gauge sender location - 90 Syncro - Fixed.
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Fri, 12 Oct 2007 16:57:12 -0400
  Thanks, Mark for the tip about grounding the connector wire. I tried that with no change, then ran a ground to the T7a connector...
• Re: OXY Sensor connect?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 23 Sep 2001 11:54:38 -0400
  ...some had male connectors and some had female connectors. When I last replaced mine, the new sensor had the wrong connector for my setup...
• Re: Parts and or help needed
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 3 Nov 2007 12:38:13 -0400
  Hi Evan, I can cut a pair of those connectors, that go to the 1.9 idle stabilizer, but won't be able to...
• Re: Male connector
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 23:31:28 -0500
  At 11:04 PM 1/10/2011, Zolly wrote: >I'm looking for the male spade connector that slides into the plastic >housing and...
• connector removal
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Mon, 7 Jun 2010 18:23:21 -0700
  What's the trick to removing the metal part of a connector (with wire) from within a plastic connector on a VW? � This connection...
• Re: '86 Westy cranking trouble
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:31:20 -0700
  ...I > could see heat damage on that wire. > Applied a little JB blaster and warmed the connector slightly and the > white D connector came...
• Yellow electrical connectors - disregard previous
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Rogers
  Sun, 26 Jan 2014 10:20:17 -0500
  Good morning again, of course once you ask the question, you solve the problem. I figured out the connector covers. Thanks, Jeff
• Re: O2 sensor testing the wires...
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Tue, 3 Apr 2007 21:01:37 -0500
  ...Unplug connector at O2 sensor. Unplug connector at ECU. Put one VOM probe to a prong in the harness side of the O2 sensor...
• Re: 87 Vanagon 2.1 fuel injection wire harness G1 butt connector
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 6 May 2011 16:06:09 -0700
  ...87 Vanagon 2.1 fuel injection wire harness G1 butt connector > Does anyone know the location of the G1 butt connector inside the fuel...
• Re: Heatshrink wire connectors
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Mon, 7 Oct 2013 16:57:13 -0400
  I am always dubious of any connectors from HF, but I can definitely vouch for the quality of the 3M connectors if used properly...
• Re: Cause of corroded fuel injection electrical connectors
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sun, 13 Apr 2003 20:51:21 -0700
  On 13 Apr 2003 at 21:51, shawn luft wrote: > On my new '86 GL the rear fuel injection electrical connectors on the > left...
• Re: Sensor connector sources?
  Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
  Sat, 3 Nov 2001 21:28:11 -0800
  ...ea to $10 ea, depending on the connector. VW recommends using heat sealed butt connectors when using these wires. Also, use yellow electrical tape...
• Re: The wire harness becomes brittle
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 17:57:57 -0800
  ...2-18457 connector with pins and short wire, no boot. > NAPA Part No: 2-18415 connector only, no pins or wire. > NAPA Part No...
• Re: AND THE WINNER IS [WAS: 85 GL No Spark/Start]
  Historical mailing list - Marc Theune
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 19:51:52 -0400
  ...I actually JBWelded the connector in place to > so I can attach and detach the connector on the hall sensor > more easily... > > dave
• 1985 Vanagon - no start ?
  Historical mailing list - AAG - Larry Word
  Sat, 1 Apr 2006 11:12:29 -0500
  ...Original - 4 main male connectors and two smaller male connectors: "P" and "S".... New - 4 main male connectors but no "P" or "S"...... What...
• Parts and or help needed
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sat, 3 Nov 2007 05:43:45 -0700
  Hey anybody who may have a 1983.5 to 1985 WBX for parts - I need the two connectors on the wiring harness that go...
• Re: Dash Panel interchange.
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Tue, 27 Feb 2001 11:47:32 -0800
  ...The connectors are diffrent on later model with tach so > > Actually the connectors are the same, but the signals go to different > pins. You...
• Canadian Westfalia Shore Power Cord Warning
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 2 Feb 2015 14:50:56 -0800
  ...Images of a failed shore power connector (110VAC hook up on vehicle) on a Canadian Vanagon Westfalia. Found this while in camp: https://picasaweb...
• Re: Battery Light
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 17 Dec 2005 18:16:55 -0800
  ...You just have to determine which D+ connector your alternator has, threaded or spade. Then make sure you put that type connector on your...
• Re: Headlight rewiring - BOSCH Connector P/N
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 8 Aug 2002 17:31:59 -0700
  where did he get that connector thingee? looks like THE way to do the wiring. > >http://www.fishforms.com/vanagon/lights.cfm >
• battery cable connector info.
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 26 Nov 2003 15:22:20 -0500
  I need to purchase one of those high current battery connectors, use to plug in jumper cables. Anyone know where I can find these...
• Re: looking for a source for temp 2/temperature gauge sending unit connectors
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 13:22:33 -0800
  That 2 pin connector is common to many cars including V's. It is so common that you can buy it new many places...
• where are the air-con connectors?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Harrnacker
  Fri, 14 Jul 2000 11:23:00 -0700
  ...The Bentley manual shows the high side and low side connector located on the tubes running from the back of the compressor towards the...
• Re: High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:37:17 -0700
  ...High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors I have been looking for a suitable connector to mount on the aft bulkhead of the engine...
• Re: Big problem with engine not running - please help now!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 27 May 2002 22:13:15 -0400
  ...If the AFM cover is open, measure continuity from internal terminals to correct terminal on ECU connector, otherwise from AFM connector to ECU connector...
• Re: What Is This Type Of Connector Called?
  Historical mailing list - RiffOil
  Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:17:47 -0700
  ...of connector is called? >> http://picasaweb.google.com/starwagen/Connector# >> I'd like to find a source for tis type of connector. I know...
• Re: Power supply, Pump, Potable water
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 20 Apr 2008 10:30:42 -0700
  ...yellow from 6 contact connector "on indicator light panel", to 2 contact connector "next to" water pump, to 3 amp fuse, red to water...
• Re: Oil Pressure sensor connection
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:46:42 -0500
  The whole setup is a wire with two connectors on one end and the other about the middle. The other end connects with a...
• Re: Dash foil
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:44:08 -0500
  ...The traces where the connector attaches were starting to delaminate, so I cut the wires a couple of inches away, and wired in a...
• Needed: Power Mirror Switch Connector
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Wed, 3 Jun 2009 09:09:13 -0700
  ...I need to buy the electrical connector that plugs into the controller switch that is located in the driver side door. Does anyone know...
• Re: Phaedra re Phaedra
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 23 Jun 2002 01:26:18 -0400
  ...I found (to my annoyance) that some old oxidized connectors (the connector tabs are aluminum which becomes an insulator when it oxidizes) that the...
• Re: Soldered Connections
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 11:50:47 -0500
  ...I replied, yes but they all look like aluminum to me. > He replied back, that most connectors these days are copper coated with tin...
• Re: lights goin' bezerk
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Fri, 2 Feb 2001 04:49:35 -0500
  ...Pull off the connectors and clean them and the connector block with some sandpaper. The space to work in is tight, and big hands...
• Re: Cleaning contacts/Oil light buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 20:18:13 -0500
  ...Like most fancy connectors, you have to buy all the bits separately. For a Weatherpack, this includes the connector body, the pins, and the...
• Re: OEM rubber covered waterproof crimpon connectors
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 12 May 2015 23:08:27 -0400
  ...OEM rubber covered waterproof crimpon connectors Where can I get the oem style of rubber covered connectors that cam on the starter and fuel...
• Re: connector removal
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 7 Jun 2010 19:44:22 -0700
  ...What's the trick to removing the metal part of a connector (with wire) from within a plastic connector on a VW? This connection...
• replacing the 14 pin instrument cluster connector
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 27 May 2006 22:32:30 -0400
  ...Anybody done that? Many of us have the old failing plastic printed circuit foil situation, where the copper pads that engage in the connector...
• Re: looking for a source for temp 2/temperature gauge sending unit connectors
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 16:49:50 -0500
  ...looking for a source for temp 2/temperature gauge sending unit connectors I was in the process of replacing the temp 2 sending unit...
• Re: Cleaning corroded connectors
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Sat, 12 Apr 2003 23:46:19 -0500
  ...Cleaning corroded connectors Lots of my various electrical connectors are rusting up or gathering gunk inside. The male end is easy to sand down...
• Re: Solar Panel outdoor electrical connect
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:26:01 -0700
  ...Connectors for Solar My solar panel setup uses Anderson Powerpole connectors throughout. <http://www.powerwerx.com/anderson-powerpoles/> My setup is not permanently installed...
• Update on new coil and tachometer problem
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 15 Sep 2021 09:21:48 -0700
  ...be aware that's a difference in size of the 2 spade connectors. On the new coil it's shorter (10mm vs 18mm) so...
• Re: Strange dash light failure?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Sat, 8 Oct 2005 17:39:25 -0400
  The instrument cluster lights' are powered from the long 14-point connector that plugs in to your cluster on the right side. Position #3...
• Re: '81 Air cooled fuel injection control unit cable
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Fri, 14 Jan 2000 09:20:26 -0500
  ...I've never looked specifically for the connectors, but if you can get your hands on a BIG Bosch catalog (the one with ALL...
• Re: High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:02:34 -0700
  ...High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors I have been looking for a suitable connector to mount on the aft bulkhead of the engine...