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• Re: replacing ignition switch
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 30 Aug 1998 08:07:27 EDT
  ...brother's boat, neighbors tool shed, luggage locks, old locker from high-school, in-law's house, church van, supply room at work, golf...
• FS in Rochester/ Finger Lakes Region NY
  Historical mailing list - Cort, Joel
  Fri, 4 Sep 1998 06:57:00 PDT
  ...of Rachacha ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 87 VW Vanagon Wolfburg Edition Air, PW, Power Door locks, PS seats 7, New engine seals, runs very well, needs work, weak...
• Fw: Re: Westfalias For Sale in Ca.
  Historical mailing list - - Roy I. Mathers
  Thu, 10 Jun 1999 08:38:30 -0700
  ...clean inside. > >1991 VW Westfalia, White ,auto,air, power windows,door locks,cruise >control,amfm casette >59k original mileage, one owner, van ,runs,drives...
• Re: Finally got a westy!!!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Sun, 26 May 2002 20:50:08 -0700
  ...I are the happy owners of a 1990 Westy: > white, power locks, windows, mirrors, cruise, air, > automatic > very nice interior, fridge, stove > perfect canvas...
• Re: gutless AND unreliable...(C'mon Volkswagen!!)
  Historical mailing list - Baxter
  Tue, 1 Apr 2003 07:05:41 -0600
  ...We've just been though another winter of constantly frozen door locks and frozen parking brake with the Passat. A defective ignition switch (at...
• Re: Dashboard Tray
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 21 Dec 2004 11:50:00 -0500
  ...their names and sure have most of the GL >> options (power locks, windows mirrors, etc.); did THEY have the silly >> stamped dash tray? >> >> John...
• Re: A bit more on keys...
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 30 Sep 2016 13:08:13 -0400
  ...The glovebox locks are very difficult to take apart, > because the plastic has now become very brittle due to age. We don't rekey...
• Re: known Vanagon problems
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 06:58:04 -0700
  ...crimp connectors get hot/melt, several bad > grounds > 12 - Power door locks: esp. driver's door, wiring harness breaking, out > of adjustment > 13 - Ignition...
• Re: difference's between model years
  Historical mailing list - Roland
  Mon, 29 Sep 2014 12:01:29 -0700
  ...power door locks -- I cannot imagine my wife walking around the van to lock it and then unlock it each time she went running...
• Re: door edge seals
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 5 Dec 2009 15:39:00 -0500
  Your '87 would have the wiring sleeves if it had power locks, windows, and mirrors. For the front door edge seal the 87 and...
• Re: Tires - Syncro (frequently discussed)
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Sat, 28 Dec 1996 16:52:41 -0800
  ...It also has engine info and even info on > accessories like power mirrors and power locks. There are a couple of > pages of pictures...
• FS: 1989 Audi 200 TQ Wagon
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 3 Feb 1999 09:35:07 -0500
  ...on your Vanagon?) grey exterior with grey leather seats power door locks power windows cruise control Power Sunroof built-in cell phone 5-speed...
• Re: FS: parts from '87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Fri, 2 Nov 2001 07:41:52 -0800
  ...The > air-condition, cruise control, power locks all work. > It is an automatic. The 2.1 does leak a little oil > (just a little...
• Re: My Vanagon has a name...
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 27 Apr 2002 06:11:42 EDT
  ...Andy, this is a common problem with the electric door locks. Most likely what is happening is that the electrical contacts inside one or...
• Re: FS: All manner of Vanagon/Westfalia key blanks
  Historical mailing list - Edward Duntz
  Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:28:13 -0400
  ...Ed > > Just today got two combination ignition/door/gas filler lid keys cut by > a local locksmith for $5.00 (for both). No plastic...
• Re: I'm baaack with a question...
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 23:20:15 -0600
  ...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: Weird POWERLOCK Problem
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 11 Jan 2005 05:51:54 EST
  ...I have a powerlock problem -- switched drivers and passengers locks out and still didn't fix it. here goes: First, check the archives. This...
• Re: lock yer doors without keys?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Hartmut Filc
  Mon, 11 Oct 2004 20:47:46 -0400
  ...lock yer doors without keys? If you have power locks, you need the key to lock them from either side. This is to avoid...
• Re: adding central locking -- SWAP DOORS and HATCH?
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Thu, 14 Sep 2006 11:39:59 +0200
  ...This > > would give me power > > > windows/locks/mirrors and fresh(er) rubber. Downside > > would be a likely > > > color mismatch and some wiring headaches. > > > > > > front...
• Re: Question about Central Locking System
  Historical mailing list - Peter Lapp
  Mon, 2 May 2011 00:23:48 -0500
  ...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: Gas pouring out when filling the tank
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 09:54:50 -0800
  ...I often have them want to get the gas nozzle into my water tank filler....luckily it locks with that funky little plastic key...
• F.S.- 89 Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Wed, 6 Mar 2002 12:33:03 -0800
  ...Has power windows, mirrors, locks and cc package. Factory 14" alloys with new Michelins. Heads just done. Currently needs new canvas. Excellent body, no...
• Re: FS tan sliding door
  Historical mailing list - Tracy Bonin
  Thu, 29 Aug 2002 09:39:11 -0700
  ...It > has a bent sliding window frame, with no window, and the locks and handle > would have to be replaced. It also doesn't...
• Re: not all thermostats are equal
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 13 Jan 2004 06:12:32 EST
  In a message dated 1/12/04 2:16:31 PM, vanagon@VOLKSWAGEN.ORG writes: << Probably to prevent air locks. If there is a...
• Re: Need 83-84 era driver's spindle
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 9 Jan 2016 19:06:44 -0500
  ...into them; but one is suitable for use with my power locks and the other physically interferes and snags the electric actuator, as I...
• Re: Windshield trim question
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 27 Dec 2013 18:38:36 -0800
  It's hard to do with the Rez in situ, but I use a massive pair of Channel locks to loosen the lid. I...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:59:56 -0500
  ...After doing so many miles from the nearest locksmith or help of any kind more than one time, I started carrying extra keys, one...
• RE: preventing theft
  Historical mailing list - Lebron,Nathan
  Wed, 18 Jun 97 08:49:00 E
  ...But how to best deter the small time hotwire and smash 'n grab variety? Alarms, hidden cutoff switches, steering wheel locks, or just "fuggedaboudit...
• Syncro for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Hess
  Mon, 2 Apr 2001 19:28:02 EDT
  ...Power windows and power locks. Please send any offers or requests to the following e-mail: ( I will try to reply as soon as...
• Re: Wheels, nuts/bolts, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Randy A. Bergum
  Thu, 16 May 2002 15:54:52 -0700
  ...cost a limb? > > Thanks, > Dave > > PS, Anybody come up with wheel locks for the Carat alloys, yet? (Set > for 4 wheels, all use nuts...
• Re: idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 26 Jan 2007 23:39:47 +0000
  ...so,before I take channel locks to them and > > probally shatter old plastic,does anyone have a method? thanks,Mike > > > > > >
• Re: 1985 ignition lock cylinder install help
  Historical mailing list - Laura Mangan
  Thu, 24 Aug 2017 07:36:07 -0400
  ...Goes > right in and clicks (locks) into place. But... now the key won't go in at > all. > > Please help. I can't find...
• Re: what year?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Sun, 12 May 2002 23:19:05 +0200
  ...A/C, power locks/windows/mirrors. Most expensive option. > > Tom > Had '67, '71 Westy, '85 Westy, '91 Carat, '81 VW Diesel Pickup >
• Re: 1990/91 Westy FS
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Fri, 21 Mar 2003 15:32:14 -0800
  ...Power mirrors, manual windows and door locks. The top is in excellent condition. Now... the bad: She needs paint and bodywork. My local bodyshop...
• Re: Europe. Only europe
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 4 May 2006 17:37:35 -0700
  ...The > >> > real beauty has 2 diff locks and seats 8. They also have a 16" > >> > Caravelle (1990) plus several other 16" Vanagons. Sigh... > >> > > > > > > > >-- > >Jake...
• Re: Problem with cental locking system
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 2 Sep 2008 18:09:07 +0000
  ...When the locks work correctly, the disconnected lock is the one with a broken wire. You can then check the continuity of the wires...
• Re: AC, power door and power window problems
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 29 Apr 2005 12:58:10 -0400
  ...The thought of trying to keep power door locks, power windows >>and air >>conditioning functional is overwhelming---I would have to have the work...
• Re: sliding door lock problem--early = '81
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 15 Dec 2014 22:19:25 -0800
  ...new one will fix it? > > Thanks for any experience with these locks or this > problem. Of course there are duct tape and bungees.... > > Richard
• Testing Front Door Power Lock Accuators??
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Fri, 24 May 2002 23:57:19 +0200
  ...But the FRONT DOOR LOCKS NEVER MOVE!! QUESTION: Can I test the function of the front door accuators somehow? Or do I really need...
• Re: TD syncro westy (16"?) sighting
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 6 Feb 2003 18:32:51 -0800
  That USED to be my Syncro Westfalia! It is the one we imported from Germany with the dual differential locks. We installed a 1...
• Re: SMART Keys and kill switches
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 23 Apr 2007 07:49:58 -0700
  ...And biometric locks, e.g. fingerprint readers, have resulted in at least one case of thieves cutting off the owner's finger to start...
• FOR SALE: '90 Weekender (Multivan) Austin, TX
  Historical mailing list - Bo Kersey
  Thu, 16 May 1996 08:37:12 -0500
  ...rear facing seats >Has VW alloy wheels >Has power windows/door locks >>Has pop top (needs screen) >>No sink/stove/refrig >>has silver bumpers...
• Tranny whine
  Historical mailing list - Jim Fritz
  Mon, 26 Oct 1998 15:43:15 -0500
  ...3rd and 4th seem to be ok but nothing really "locks", its all kinda spongy. Any suggestions I should take with me to my...
• Re : How VC's work
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 07:30:22 -0500
  ...It becomes more difficult for the fluid to become sheared and the coupling locks up. Because of the rapid rise in temperature and pressure...
• Re: Westfalias For Sale in Ca.
  Historical mailing list - Coddington
  Tue, 11 May 1999 17:03:10 -0700
  ...clean > > inside. > > > > 1991 VW Westfalia, White ,auto,air, power windows,door locks,cruise > > control,amfm casette > > 59k original mileage, one owner, van ,runs,drives...
• Re: Door lock ? and Carpet kits
  Historical mailing list - David Jaffe
  Sun, 16 Dec 2001 12:30:09 -0800
  ...all of the other locks work great, but neither of these would lock either. Am I doing something wrong, or is it just a...
• Re: Double Cab Synco - What is it worth?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Altman
  Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:30:14 -0600
  ...like the > side gates or tool-chest doors/locks, or the rear people-door. so it > could become > a real problem if you found...
• Re: Lost Vortex - Friday Fun
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Fri, 11 Mar 2011 14:38:16 -0500
  ...Figuring locks were fubar'd and being the determined sort, he tried the hatch. Success! He clambered over into the driver seat then immediately...
• Re: Whatever happened to speedo cable lube?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 5 Dec 2009 07:35:41 -0800
  ...As it is, my only contact with it has been Steve Sandin > recommending it for Vgon locks and whatever-ails-you. > > Yours, > D >
• Re: Rear Window Wiper Retrofit
  Historical mailing list - SyncroHead
  Wed, 8 Apr 1998 00:00:00 EDT
  ...BTW, I installed power door locks in the rear htach at the same time. Used a used latch mechanism from the same donor van...
• Starter 2 different lenghts
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 15 Mar 1999 22:06:32 -0500
  ...First off many dif locks that I have seem are broken. As usual, some butcher mechanic was in there trying to put the wrong...
• Re: 1991 GL Help needed...
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 4 Jan 2000 00:52:28 +0100
  ...power locks) dave wrote: > Hi Folks, > > I own a 1991 Vanagon GL, white, custom version (all stock) with 48,000 miles > on it. > > Recently...
• Re: Thinking about a Previa, anyone owned both Vanagon and Previa?
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 26 May 2000 18:12:16 EDT
  ...Power windows and locks, all seats recline. Rear most seats recline and fold sideways flat against the walls for cargo. This things was fabulous...
• Re: Central Locking -- questions
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 5 May 2011 16:09:54 -0500
  ...a plug n' play for vans already equipped with > factory > > power locks, though it comes with brackets and adapters to be installed > in a...
• Re: door lock service
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:26:08 -0800
  ...archives and did not see what I was looking for. > Anyone care to weigh in on the recommended maintenance for 85 westy door locks?��
• Re: Stripping a Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:48:06 -0600
  Steering rack, including the Ujoint that connects to the steering column Trailing Arms All the door handles, locks.....including all sliding door hardware Instrument...
• Re: Sliding Door Handle
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Sun, 20 Feb 2000 12:00:45 -0700
  ...As they get older, the locks have a tendency to lock themselves > > everytime you close your door and will not stay unlocked. > > Clips no...
• Dismantling 82 Westy, need non-Westy parts?
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Thu, 8 Feb 2001 19:28:21 -0500
  ...There are lots of minor parts like window mechanisms, front door locks and handles, fuse box, the heat exchanger parts, transmission linkage, brake and...
• Re: radio help
  Historical mailing list - Andrew
  Mon, 11 Nov 2002 19:12:43 -0800
  ...tries one gets to input the stereo code before the radio locks up for good. Don't even ask how i managed this, as...
• Re: door that magically opens
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 13:14:13 -0800
  ...off >>last summer doing an adjustment on the little stay that locks it in the >>open position. >>Don >> >> >> >> >There is a latching point on...