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• Re: Roof racks
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Sun, 20 Mar 2011 23:20:36 -0700
  ...have for sale some sets of 1A towers and some crossbars. Locks perhaps too. Pix here: https://picasaweb.google.com/anasasi/SyncroKayak To determine...
• BLUE BOOK VALUE
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Clay
  Sat, 10 Jul 1999 00:29:37 EDT
  ...No seem rust, 100,000 mi power windows/locks, 2.1L, automatic tranny, mag wheel (vw), no rust period. a few blemishes but nothing...
• More Door Locks thoughts
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Sun, 13 Feb 2005 09:47:59 -0800
  Review of symptoms: Drivers side door lock always is in down position. You can lift the knob manually to open the door, but as...
• Re: replacing ignition cylinder
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 25 Aug 2005 09:27:13 -0700
  > Would a good locksmith know how to correctly cut a key when all he has > at hand is a worn one? Depends on how...
• Re: Maintenance Intervals
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Oct 1995 14:24:00 -0500
  ...I used to look in the owners manuals and laugh at all the "oil this, oil that" notations for locks, hinges, etc. No more...
• Re: break-ins was Re: Alarm choices: was Today somebody got into my van
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 4 May 2011 19:53:03 -0500
  ...Bear knife. > >> Huh? waddya say, Loren, speak up! > >> Pensionerd. (got locks, got sounds) > >> > > > > Bear Knife or Bare Knife? You're not referring to my...
• Re: Alternative doorhandles from other VW models?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 23 Dec 2004 18:59:27 -0800
  ...I just did this myself last night so my locks can all match. It is time consuming and probabaly best left to experts. First...
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  Historical mailing list - Robert M. Stewart - my vanagon
  Thu, 24 May 2012 18:20:03 -0400
  ...My power door locks are acting funky. They lock and go down then pop up after a couple of seconds. Thoughts? Thank you all...
• Re: Is it the ignition switch, or something else?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 29 Jan 2012 11:37:48 -0800
  ...past summer I got a hold of all the keyed door locks and > ignition/wiper/turn assembly and mine does the same thing as...
• Re: diff lock/limited slip axle
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 02:00:52 -0500
  ...It is a conventional rear end > with a clutch package over top, that locks the 2 wheels together. "Locks" is not the correct term...
• Re: Question about Central Locking System
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 1 May 2011 22:48:15 -0400
  ...Usually gets removed due to locks cycling or one drawing power all the time killing the battery. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List...
• Re: Nice thing about vanagon keys
  Historical mailing list - Janne Ruohom�ki
  Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:18:41 +0200
  ...rekeyed the ignition > cylinder and trunk cylinder to match the door locks by simply moving the > internal tumblers around to make them all match...
• Re: rad fan with hose fittings?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:30:59 -0700
  ...In one of the few cases of VW, not customizing wiring harnesses, all Syncros have the connectors for the differential locks, front and rear...
• Re: Replacing lock cylinders.
  Historical mailing list - David Easterwood
  Fri, 13 Oct 1995 10:31:00 -0400
  ...Anybody done this >one before? Yeah, I paid a locksmith $20 to show me how to do it. Although it is not mentioned in...
• Census
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 17:19:23 -0500
  ...developing new physics and chemistry demonstrations fixing things (often VWs) electronics locks a little vegetable gardening camping, AANR Discovered this list only about 6...
• FS: Vanagons with rare features, etc
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sat, 5 May 2001 18:25:25 -0700
  ...Weekender with pop-up table, fold-down bed, A/C, pwr locks & mirrors, AM/FM/CASS, 114K, 22 mpg. Great for export to Mexico...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 24 May 2001 09:38:57 -0700
  Chuck- house stuff will require hammer, pliers, channel-locks, screwdrives (assortment) cresent wrench- small-ish and BIG, needle nose pliers, wire cutters, and utility...
• 89 Vanagon Wolfsberg FS
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Hartz
  Wed, 11 Dec 2002 15:59:11 EST
  ...White table, rear facing jumps, cruise control, power locks (not working), power windows, power mirrors, Michelin LTX tires, alloy wheels, PS, AC, etc. Interior...
• RE: Bus Door Handle
  Historical mailing list - Scott Allred
  Tue, 23 Jul 96 22:45:30 UT
  ...They came with new locks and keys. As it happened I had to replace my ignition switch and tumbler so I had all three...
• What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 15:49:35 -0700
  ...wrenches, pliers, needle nose, cutters, large cresent wrench and large channel locks, Bentley, Hoses, wire and VOM. And the most useful tool- AAA Card...
• Re: more anti theft tips
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 30 Mar 2001 10:10:25 +1200
  ...ALL parts including visible face of stereo Removable pedals & steeringwheel Gearshift locks Bomb wired to ignition Andrew Grebneff 165 Evans St, Dunedin, New Zealand...
• Re: Removing flywheel
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 22 Jul 2001 20:07:08 -0500
  ...hammer (do not use an extension bar, hold it with channel locks or vice grips). This should break it loose and you can turn...
• Re: I'm baaack with a question...
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 22:07:40 -0500
  ...to fall apart with A/C condensor not > working, power door locks stop working, front heater blower stop working, power > driver side window got...
• Re: Frozen Locks! after rain
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rule
  Mon, 20 Dec 2004 17:19:45 -0800
  any sort of lub'ing silicone spray oil (Gunk or Permatex- I bet 3M has some too- brand etc; I used to spray it...
• Re: Keys
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 07:57:32 -0800
  ...okay, I've done the same thing myself on assorted wafer locks over the years. On the gas cap, though, what you're breaking...
• Re: 88 Vanagon For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:09:11 -0700
  ...Cruise control, power window, power locks. A/C but not working, but blower works. 150K. 2nd owner. Excellent C-load rated tires and OE...
• Re: Increasing security in Vanagon, Cabinet locks
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Thu, 13 Jul 2006 01:35:58 EDT
  ...I think like you said locks, especially visible locks on the particle board doors are more enticing than a deterrent. If some ne'er...
• Re: sliding door handle
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:12:24 -0400
  ...that I can have a > single key for all of the locks. I found the tiny set screw that holds the > tumbler in and...
• Re: Parting out 1991 Carat/Multivan
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Apr 1995 17:25:47 -0400
  ...Alloy wheels, power locks, windows,mirrors. Auto Trans interior >components etc. >Vehicle has 53K miles. Ground effect (fiberglass bumpers) . All parts except >motor are...
• Re: weak seat belt retractor
  Historical mailing list - ed
  Thu, 17 Aug 2000 20:44:25 -0400
  ...If it locks up well and the belts are great, well, maybe futzing with it isn't so bad :-) ed Mick Kalber wrote: > > $100...
• 1991 Vanagon GL for sale
  Historical mailing list - dave
  Sun, 4 Feb 2001 13:18:11 -0800
  ...White, with grey cloth interior power heated mirrors power windows power door locks with keyless remote entry (nice on rainy days) Alpine CD/radio...
• Re: Removing Rear Hatch Lock
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Wed, 14 Nov 2001 09:28:47 EST
  ...It has been my experience with the Vanagon locks that the dirt (probably pot metal dust from the wearing away of the lock cylinder...
• 1990 passenger Vanagon FS
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 06:53:03 -0700
  ...Owner gave them permission to do this. * all receipts included * this shop stands behind their work. * PW windows and I think locks * PW steering...
• Re: sad engine fire victim, 88 Wolfy
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 1 May 2008 18:01:24 -0500
  ...99.99% total loss. > Jumpseats, side table, electric windows, power door locks, mirrors, > etc., all burned up. Front grills look ok as does the...
• Re: That pesky rear hatch lock!
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 8 Dec 2008 21:31:54 -0500
  ...PB <pbrattan@gmail.com> wrote: > >> What's its secret? Sometimes it locks when I lock the front door, >> and >> other >> times it doesn't...
• Re: Axxess plastic key
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:51:03 -0500
  ...If your door locks are extremely worn, it MIGHT go in, but I doubt it. The Axxess brand is used by WalMart, Home Depot...
• Re: Weekenders & Westy Weekenders & Wolfsburg Westy Weekenders.....
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Nov 1996 14:38:53 -0500
  ...Power mirrors-windows-door locks, alloy wheels, A/C & more. The only options were metallic paint (at no charge I believe), a stereo, and...
• Parts for sale, cheap
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 26 Mar 1998 16:11:59 -0500
  ...door lock, side door lock, ignition lock, keys - make offer (same locks as doors above) - two standard speakers $10 Michael J. Sullivan Director of...
• Re: Platinum Cat mounting thoughts
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Thu, 15 Apr 1999 23:16:57 -0400
  ...the door was closed (like the electrical connectors for the power locks) and release when the door opened? Or any other ideas that could...
• Re: which cabriolet? (no vanagon content)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Walker
  Sat, 4 Sep 1999 11:10:24 -0400
  ...and later models had froo froo options like power windows and locks. Final production had air bags. My recommendation? Anything from late '84 up...
• 1990 vanagon i found
  Historical mailing list - Reggie Rainard
  Thu, 5 Jun 2003 14:54:56 -0700
  ...Other problems with the car are power locks only work when in the car, a tampered with oil drain plug (threads had been replaced...
• Re: Painting the Vanagon;
  Historical mailing list - John C.
  Sun, 26 Sep 2004 20:39:00 EDT
  ...And install electric door locks & windows, where manual were. I hope I can safely do this after painting? thanks, John C. SLC, UT... re...
• Re: Power Window Motor Repair and Cushy Power Accessory Repair
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide's Yahoo Account
  Fri, 29 Apr 2005 13:59:42 -0700
  ...A lot of people are very surprised to find that the vanagon has luxury items like power door locks and windows and it's...
• Re: Racks
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Sat, 4 Mar 2006 18:54:18 -0800
  ...It > mounts on a rear 2" reciver hitch locks and carries four bikes. Best > of all it swings out of the way even fully...
• Re: WANTED: Vanagon Syncro 7-passenger (hard-top). . .
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 3 Jun 2008 01:53:54 EDT
  ...most had power windows and locks too, and difflock. chris ************** Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch "Cooking with Tyler Florence" on AOL Food...
• Re: Manual Tranny Rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 7 Mar 2016 11:14:30 -0800
  ...Something popped last Saturday, and now every time it is put in 4th it locks up and can't be gotten out of fourth...
• Giving up, Van for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Michal
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:03:30 -0400
  ...It had keyless entry and power windows fitted aftermarket, have 2 orginal keys and 1 keyfob for locks. I�d like to keep it...
• auto's and dif locks
  Historical mailing list - Bob Berkemer
  Thu, 4 Dec 1997 15:04:28 -0600
  I shore enjoyed all the comments about automatics vs manuals. I don't know if automatics are more reliable or not <more manual failures...
• Syncro front diff lock: availability and conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Peitz
  Tue, 25 Aug 1998 21:16:43 -0500
  ...catalog and option list, I have seens lots of front diff locks. In the US most Syncros seem to have been sold with the...
• Re: sliding side door lock not working without key
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 13:16:13 -0700
  ...When these get dirty, the electronic locks on the slide door do not work. On an 88, I polished them nicely on the door...
• Re: Vanagon alloy wheel question
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:59:06 -0700
  ...I also have wheel locks on hand. Regards, BenT
• Re: Rogue Battery Draw on 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 27 Sep 2012 22:52:17 -0400
  ...Alternator-bad diode Power locks (84??) Other accessories If your mechanic experiences leave you with more problems than before there may be a problem...
• Part Out: 87 Vanagon in VA - everything available
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:24:10 -0800
  ...windows but they were replaced with manual windows.� * It has power locks.� * Also has the power mirrors.� * I do not recall if it has...
• FS - '91 Vanagon Carat
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 16 Jan 1997 20:08:07 PST
  ...options Near new Kleber tires Air conditioning Power Mirrors Power Door locks Power Windows and Cruise Control There is also a nice VW factory...
• Re: YA YA YELLOW !!!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 07:30:37 -0400
  ...Easy except for the power locks -- lots of routing wiring harnesses through ceilings/doors, riveting brackets, cutting holes in sheet metal, etc. NOTE: it...
• Re : How VC's work
  Historical mailing list - Wolfgang Carolsfeld
  Thu, 22 Apr 1999 02:01:08 -0700
  ...becomes hard ( no this isn't science fiction), voila the VC locks up till it cools. The phase change is fast, part of a...
• Re: List status - from spare vanagon admin
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Mon, 21 Jun 1999 14:55:44 -0700
  ...with them last August. > > Lee... > 86 Vanagon GL > > > Folks, > > > > Occasionally Gerry locks up and will not distribute messages until it is > > rebooted. When this...
• Re: wires?installing sliding door grab handle
  Historical mailing list - Otmar Ebenhoech
  Wed, 21 Jul 1999 22:24:22 -0700
  ...If you have power locks (on a 83.5? naw) there would be wires somewhere in that B pillar. -Otmar- 82/86 Stretch Vanagon...
• Re: a/c and idle
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 30 Jan 2006 19:45:43 -0500
  ...prevent engine stalling: > > A/C is on > Steering is against the locks one direction or the other (power steering) > Cold Engine Start > > Regards. > > John...
• Re: Friday's known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 08:36:42 -0500
  ...crimp connectors get hot/melt, several bad > grounds > 12 - Power door locks: esp. driver's door, wiring harness breaking, out > of adjustment > 13 - Ignition...