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  • Re: converting gasoline heater (BA-6) to Diesel?
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Thu, 21 Mar 2002 16:45:42 -0800
    ...The DA_6 control unit has a glow plug warm-up cycle before the blower runs. However, the Diesel will work on gasoline and...
  • hesitation/power loss and smoke on 86 westy
    Historical mailing list - john cianci
    Sat, 10 Aug 2002 22:10:52 +0000
    ...find a new one (hint, if anyone has an idle stabilizer control unit [behind the taillight] please let me know) I am gonna go...
  • Re: Dometic fridge (external) fan replacement...
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Sun, 28 Aug 2016 17:31:59 -0400
    ...I theorize that with the cooling fin unit near the top of the fridge interior, convection is going to be pretty effective with circulating...
  • RE: Pla-Cool Air Cooler?
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Wed, 03 Apr 1996 15:11:00 -0800 (PST)
    ...cooler, but I really have no clue. > >Controls are mounted on the bottom half of the unit, which protrudes >downwards from the bus ceiling...
  • Re: fuel system questions
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Mon, 13 Nov 2000 19:50:05 -0500
    ...Though I don't have it, I always assumed that this was where a cruise control unit would connect to the throttle. If you...
  • Re: Phantom power drain: Accessories work with key out...
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sat, 5 Jun 2010 09:51:24 -0400
    ...The light in the clock is controlled with the dash lights. For the rest of the stuff, ignition switch, load reduction relay, cross connection...
  • Re: Sound System Suggestions needed
    Historical mailing list - TC
    Fri, 30 Dec 2005 09:01:58 -0800
    > Hi Tim, > > I also have an '85 Weekender and I did the following: > > Pioneer 25x4 watt CD head unit ($100 at Best Buy) > Pioneer...
  • Re: A/C? Pfui! Need a good fan
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:05:37 -0700
    ...There is no central lever that directly controls the end dash vent flow. It can only be directly controlled at the vents themselves, and...
  • ignition? injection?
    Historical mailing list - Deborah Walters
    Sat, 4 Jan 2003 19:54:36 -0500
    ...to distributor, and the voltage on the Idle stabilizer control and the Hall control unit, and started the van with the idle stabilizer cables...
  • Re: South African van differences - when they happened
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:44:32 -0700
    ...as > mentioned would be the upgraded vent control dials, and the over head > air condition units....We seem to have a lot more models...
  • Re: [DIESEL] Diesel Vanagon Tachometer-Yes!
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Wed, 24 May 2000 05:51:01 -0700
    ...s place. " > > Do not forget to swap the dynamic oil pressure control unit that rests next to the speedometer in the instrument cluster. Its...
  • Re: Does Idle Stabilizer Constantly Stay On?
    Historical mailing list - Pat Callaghan
    Sat, 19 Apr 2003 06:58:04 -0700
    ...You might have a bad idle control unit. I had to replace mine. Pat Callaghan Jr. 87 Westy GL Portland, OR. www.cybcon.com...
  • Re: remote/keyless entry
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:28:32 -0700
    ...I consider powerlocks to be an accessory priority right behind A/C and slightly ahead of cruise control--aka, must have. On Tue, Jun...
  • Getting coolant level warning to work on '82 diesel
    Historical mailing list - Doug Fitz-Randolph
    Wed, 21 May 2008 12:26:05 -0400
    ...other than a non-existent coolant level sensor? Is there some control unit between the sensors and the instrument panel that I don't...
  • Wiring for Canadian 1991 Westy with daytime running lights and (not related) loose wire GR/W wire behind fuse panel.
    Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
    Sun, 22 May 2016 21:19:35 -0600
    ...hang in space on my vehicle? It connects to the Digifant Control Unit so that really made me kind of curious... Cheers, Steve W.
  • RE: Cruise control for '80-82 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
    Wed, 20 Dec 1995 08:10:05 -0700
    ...However, the issue is probably moot since I have observed the unit's ability to hold full throttle as you pointed out. If you...
  • Re: Arduino and Vanagons
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Tue, 26 Nov 2013 08:56:49 -0800
    ...They should > be > >> proportional to the duty cycle, but again, knowing the duty cycle tells > you > >> exactly what the control unit is doing and...
  • Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Thu, 18 Jan 2007 15:30:37 -0500
    ...haven't mentioned messing >> with the injectors nor the idle stabilizer control unit. Either one could >> cause you problems. >> >> Try running a tank of...
  • Re: weird idle...
    Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
    Mon, 6 May 2002 22:19:46 +0200
    ...I researched it a bit more and learned that the Idle Stabilizer Control Unit (hidden behind the passenger side tail light housing) is also...
  • Re: DEAD in my garage on New Year's Day
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Sat, 1 Jan 2000 15:59:17 -0500
    ...By ignition control module, are you referring to what is listed on Page 97.55 of Bentley as "TRNSTR IGN CNTRL UNIT" If so...
  • Re: Of cooling systems and luggage rack seals...
    Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
    Mon, 7 Aug 2000 22:31:32 EDT
    ...New tanks are translucent, aged units are opaque with white patches that are hard and brittle. I would spring for a new coolant level...
  • Re: 090 (automatic) transmission questions
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Sat, 21 May 2016 17:19:45 -0400
    ...When you are under there steadying things as the unit separates from the engine you need a helper to control the jack. Great fun...
  • Re: Rear diff lock
    Historical mailing list - Don McCallum
    Tue, 23 Jun 1998 20:18:52 +0100
    ...Remove the servo unit. This involves first of all knocking out a 3mm roll pin which locks the servo shaft into the diff lock...
  • Re: Idle stabliser 84 GL
    Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
    Fri, 3 Dec 2004 07:45:56 -0800
    ...After numerous other fixes, I tried the idle control stabilizer and suddenly I was able to idle my van in the parking lot. Since...
  • Re: Stereo question (Friday nvc)
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Fri, 1 May 2020 15:18:59 -0400
    ...Even a remote control and the ability to add a sub woofer and a exterior speaker. Also a microphone can be added to talk...
  • Re: It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
    Historical mailing list - T.M.
    Wed, 5 Sep 2007 15:49:02 -0400
    ...a working unit. Yep, that's what I thought and wrote.. > The one I have (the pictured one) is kaput. A German words fits...
  • Winning Water Wars-part II: the Ketchup lid fix (long)
    Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
    Wed, 21 Jul 1999 00:02:50 -0700
    ...Took along 6 inch thick stack of message files. -Coolant distribution unit blew its lid, but fixed with ketchup bottle lid. This problem should...
  • Re: Brake Pedal Pulse Questions
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Tue, 21 Aug 2012 23:09:45 -0700
    ...the upper control arm bushings. Great tip on hand brake check! Shop likely removed each wheel and drum as a unit. There's a...
  • Re: An electrical thing I never noticed in 20 years of Westy ownership Another Westy Fridge Design Flaw
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Mon, 1 Aug 2022 09:33:10 -0700
    ...the obvious benefit was the fan would stay off if the control unit >>> was off. >>>>>>> No runaway fan on a hot day thing, that...
  • Re: Hall sender + ignition control unit electronics
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:57:17 -0700
    Thanks Rob..that does look handy. Don Hanson On Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 8:45 AM, Rob <becida@comcast.net> wrote: > At 6...
  • Add WBX Temp Gauge/Coolant Low LED
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:34:28 -0700
    ...When coolant gets below these probes, the connection to ground is broken and the coolant low control module does its' thing. Of note, I...
  • Re: Wanted Thermostatic Oil Sandwich Plate for Air cooled 82
    Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
    Tue, 19 May 1998 18:07:44 -0500
    ...They have one that is temp controlled (180 degree > valve) but these are for the water cooled engines. Do any of the list vendors...
  • Re: Ignition problems, subie question (Syncro crosspost)
    Historical mailing list - J McCavitt
    Tue, 20 Aug 2002 07:28:26 -0700
    ...Same basic engine, 2.2L, but closed-block turbo, 186HP in stock trim, plus a WRX intercooler and boost controller. Opinions? Thanks again, Jerry...
  • Re: future is looking bleak....
    Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
    Sat, 20 Jul 2002 00:07:16 +0200
    ...I replaced, in addition to the AFM, the Idle Stabilizor Unit (valve) and the COntrol unit (the electronic box located behind the right reaaar...
  • re: Bosch CIS problems
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright, SMUS Network Analyst
    Fri, 5 Jan 1996 11:50:06 PDT
    ...checked > everything, cap,rotor,wires plugs,halls unit and control unit, everythings > OK and most of it is new.. It would skip worse when...
  • Re: Temp gauge / false reading
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 20 Apr 2015 20:14:41 -0400
    ...Pull the low coolant controller out of the relay socket. That should make the gauge work normally regardless of coolant level. When the light...
  • Re: Hoses on fuel injectors
    Historical mailing list - Michael Nichols
    Thu, 6 Sep 2001 22:46:36 -0400
    ...The Demel tools have a speed control so you will not need to use it on Warp 10. If you just slightly knick the...
  • YAHOOOO (well, almost)
    Historical mailing list - john cianci
    Sun, 3 Nov 2002 15:07:54 +0000
    ...the number 19 ground and ran a second ground from the control unit back to the engine bay and upon the next test drive...
  • Valet 711T system was electrical mystery
    Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
    Thu, 5 Dec 2013 19:16:37 -0500
    ...The Valet 711T unit was very well installed, with lots of heat shrink, electrical tape and tie wraps making it tricky to follow around...
  • Re: Where does Hella relay go?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:34:48 -0700
    ...3- coolant level control unit 5- rad cool fan relay 2nd stage 8- load reduction relay 10- intermitt. wash/wiper relay 11- rear window...
  • Re: Gas heaters...was Re: Heater
    Historical mailing list - Eric Ley
    Thu, 29 Jan 2015 06:36:42 -0500
    ...or a very well done dealer installation. > The heater unit is aft of the fuel tank, but not on the centreline of the > vehicle...
  • Re: Blinking coolant level light
    Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
    Tue, 12 Sep 2006 06:42:39 -0400
    ...Temp 2 >>sensor good (or so says my mechanic), level control module good. >> >>But here's a puzzle. When I turn on and turn...
  • Re: Front heater never shuts off
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Sat, 25 May 2024 08:25:47 -0500
    ...heat control fully off. >>> Recommendations mostly point to replacing the control valve which is >>> a difficult process. Howes sells a deluxe unit for $90...
  • Re: Heater valve not closing?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 2 Jul 2011 21:44:59 -0700
    ...Heater valve not closing? > I have found a better solution to a cable controlled heater valve. > Summit racing has a "Vintage Air" water valve...
  • Re: Trumatic heater
    Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
    Tue, 23 Nov 2004 00:40:50 -0600
    ...I took it out and it's mostly okay, but the control panel (with thermostat) is missing. does anyone know where i can get...
  • Re: Floor Duct
    Historical mailing list - Neil Crawford
    Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:50:05 -0700
    ...cables and lever > assembly all as a unit. Then enjoy the much improved air/heat controls > like 90% of Vanagons have. You also want...
  • Re: New radio recommendations
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:56:13 -0700
    ...It works via > > > bluetooth with my iphone like a champ and the best part is, it is only > > > half as deep as other units...
  • Re: Extra JVC stereo remotes
    Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
    Fri, 8 Feb 2013 14:07:28 -0800
    ...Paypal or send a check. > > > http://www.amazon.com/JVC-RMRK50-Remote-Control-Units/dp/B000JJKNOK > > Pmail me if interested. > > Mark > > > -- > 86 Campmobile Six...
  • Re: anyone have a photo or exploded diagram of the wiper stalk/switch?
    Historical mailing list - Tim King-syncrowesty
    Sat, 9 Jan 2010 15:15:01 -0800
    ...that look like they run on tracks to control wiper speed (and >> on/off). The unit now works intermittently (I have to jiggle it...
  • Re: scammed? Idle stabilizer
    Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
    Fri, 8 Sep 2000 03:17:49 -0500
    ...idle stabelizer control unit solution? > Unfortunately you have been scammed.>> >Having just come back from visiting the shop I worked in for ten years...
  • Re: hall-effect part
    Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
    Tue, 24 Oct 2000 19:24:28 EDT
    ...All they had was something they call a control module. I believe it is the unit Bentley calls the Hall Generator which mounts next...
  • Re: Doors Closed, LED Dome Light Glows On. Solved?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Thu, 13 Feb 2014 21:38:39 -0800
    ...I have a delayed off light unit in the drivers position. The >> no turn off effect happened after I installed the LEDs. Didn't...
  • Re: Blower Motor Vibration Blues
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Sun, 9 Nov 2008 15:15:49 -0500
    ...replaced the original in my '84 Westy with a new Thermex unit. I > attached spade terminals to connect to the newer-style plug on...
  • Re: It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
    Historical mailing list - T.M.
    Mon, 3 Sep 2007 10:07:02 -0400
    ...5 ohms) I dug in deep and found the >> Idle Stabilizer Control unit behind the rear passenger signaling lights, >> and quickly opened it up...
  • Rain problem and Upper control bushing question
    Historical mailing list - Randy Newell
    Thu, 26 Jun 1997 10:26:19 -0500
    ...there is some water on the driver side around the coil and the control unit (not sure if that's what it, so some...
  • Re: extreme idle from hell results...air flow meter!
    Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
    Thu, 10 Feb 2005 09:48:39 -0800
    ...I have a nicely humming idle control valve which was cleaned anyway. Swapped out the idle stabilizer control unit with a friends' and got...
  • Re: 87 Westy running poorly
    Historical mailing list - Bruce Ralphs
    Tue, 20 May 2003 13:44:27 -0700
    ...I have > also replaced the > blue > temp sensor & idle control unit. None of this has > helped the flatness > when > I accelerate. Anymore suggestions? I...
  • Re: Rear Brake Shoe Design Questions
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Sun, 3 May 2009 09:47:13 -0400
    ...This will allow some steering control to return when all else is lost. Yes, letting off the brake will release the brakes for that...
  • Re: Battery Charger Sizing (Amperage) Woe and Warning (?)
    Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
    Sun, 4 Aug 2013 11:50:46 -0400
    While I am not an electrical guru, I second Karl's recommendation for the Iota unit. Four years ago I searched for a battery...
  • Re: '86 Westy A/C Problem
    Historical mailing list - Deke Rivers
    Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:11:27 -0600
    ...You'll also have a separate temp controller with two yellow wires going to the temp/fan switch (this unit also monitors the freeze...