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• hot water and shower at last!
  Historical mailing list - David Garth
  Wed, 31 Aug 1994 09:41:50 -0700 (PDT)
  ...A small selenoid sprinkler control valve is connected to the water bed controller. When I turn on a "water heater" switch, 12v from the...
• Re: dwell
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 14 May 2000 12:35:26 -0400
  At 12:06 5/14/2000, Tom and Dana Cates wrote: >But there is no control module. Just a Pertronix, a coil and the...
• FW: Ronal 16" Rims---Offset
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Thu, 29 Mar 2001 07:37:49 -0500
  A key measurement for wheel clearance on a 2wd Vanagon is the distance between the upper control arm and the inside edge of the...
• Re: Idle control valve
  Historical mailing list - FRANK CONDELLI
  Tue, 18 Jun 2019 04:55:07 -0400
  ...COM> wrote: > > Hello list. > I am in need of a idle control valve for my 1987 Vanagon tin top 2-wheel drive. > If anyone...
• Re: 5 clyinder Audi 5000 Turbo to Vanagon engine swap........ MIS
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 6 Jan 2003 18:32:48 +1300
  >not all 5 Cylinder Turbo engines do use flywheel controlled timing. >I guess this was introduced with the newer engines with cat >converter. But...
• Re: [T2] FS on eBay: Idle Stabilizer valve and Control Unit
  Historical mailing list - Sean Solowiej
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 18:36:36 -0400
  ...Idle Stabilizer valve and Control Unit > On Wednesday, April 16, 2003, at 02:45PM, Sean Solowiej <Sean@originalidiot.com> wrote: > > >1990 VW Vanagon Air...
• Re: WTB: used sink faucet or alternative...
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 Oct 2004 18:00:49 -0500
  ...The nice thing about this conversion, is that you get much more control over the water volume and the faucet will pivot in 2...
• Re: 87 Westy camper fuse question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 12 May 2008 06:00:56 -0400
  ...The other fuse is controlled by the relay under the seat and is for the fridge on 12 volts. The relay is controlled from...
• Re: Mostly Cruise Control, some shrubs
  Historical mailing list - Felder
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 08:16:30 -0800
  ...By that I mean if I started the car and attempted to engage the cruise control, I might be successful 70 percent of the...
• Re: Lights behind heater controls
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 4 Feb 2004 04:46:36 -0800
  ...Mark developtrust wrote: > > I have a light behind the rear heater control. Is there a light behind the > front heater control? William
• Re: One more try for advice- ilde and running problems
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:23:55 -0600
  Have you checked the valve that is operated by the idle control unit? Is the fuel pressure correct? Checked very carefully for vacuum leaks...
• Re: Low Coolant Warning LED
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Fri, 6 Aug 2021 16:35:01 -0400
  ...The other possibility is that the low coolant sensor control > is signaling the low coolant light. There are 2 versions of this > controller. The...
• Re: Tire Wear.. Now: Worn Upper Control Arm Bushings - Alignment Changes
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:32:44 -0400
  ...The upper control arm bushings as you noted are a definite problem. As the arm changes position both camber and caster are affected. Probably...
• Re: So... what is the answer for these poor lights?
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Thu, 5 Jun 2003 13:44:09 -0700
  ...My relay job just used 2 wires and two SPDT relays to control both high and low. I'm happy with the results, just...
• Fridge LED light question
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 3 Nov 2016 12:10:18 -0400
  ...The green LED light on the control panel stays on wether or not the fridge is running on propane. After checking everything I can...
• Re: Upper control arm bushings failed again, upgrade advice sought
  Historical mailing list - T3 Technique
  Tue, 19 Jan 2016 05:43:45 -0800
  ...Upper control arm bushings failed again, upgrade advice sought I have the Powerflex bushings, and they're starting to squeak.... probably I used not...
• Re: Wiper motor does not auto park
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Tue, 29 Oct 2002 09:09:44 -0500
  ...I opened the controlling relay and found that the circuit board was cracked. I am not sure if this was from me pulling it...
• Re: I want to kill my control arm bushings.......Excentric Washers ???
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 30 Jul 2003 23:22:25 -0400
  ...I want to kill my control arm bushings.......Excentric Washers ??? > >The eccentric bushings are available in three different thicknesses. it is > common >for thicker...
• Re: Get GPS system ditch these Atlas was ..Re: For the Newbies - Vanago
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:11:52 -0400
  ...one of their friends had a > > remote > > control in the back of their minivan to control the radio... one of the > > children from this...
• Re: cruise control on an air cooled westy
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 13 Dec 2014 11:16:41 -0800
  > > *"I had an air-cooled westy, and enjoyed it quite a bit. However, every * *morning there was a huge puddle of coolant under the...
• Re: looking for the rear heater switch/dial
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 21 Jun 2011 18:43:02 -0700
  ...Mark Harry Hoffman wrote: > Hi All, > > I'm trying to find a replacement for the dial/switch to control the rear > heater fan. > > Anyone...
• Re: dannyblank
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 5 May 2011 09:31:39 -0700
  ...Blank is now on moderation until he gets his mail account back under control. Jim Arnott List Admin vanagon@gerry -----Original Message----- From: Dan...
• Re: Blower motor anatomy
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 14 Dec 2010 12:10:59 -0500
  At 11:43 AM 12/14/2010, Andrew Martin wrote: >Controlled application of a clenched fist should be in the Vanagon Bentley >Manual. That...
• Cheap cruise -- any good?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 20 Sep 94 9:41:44 EDT
  I think cruise control would be nice for my '87 Westy. I see them advertised (JC Whitney, Canadian Tire) for around $100. This seems...
• Re: Overheating
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Aug 94 07:44:20 EDT
  I changed to a lower temperature thermostat to control my radiator fan. I bought my thermostate from Long Island's legendary Vanagon mechanic and...
• Re: Aux. Gas Heater -Eber...
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Feb 1997 03:09:26 -0500 (EST)
  ...de (Richard Lumb) writes: << My '86 Westy Multivan has the Eberspacher control in exactly this position. >> and your westy is a european model, right...
• '95 Eurovan Camper FS
  Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
  Fri, 30 Oct 1998 09:11:06 -0500
  ...Also included in the accessories is a factory-installed thermostat-controlled furnace. Mike
• 91 Carat Wolfsburg
  Historical mailing list - Robie Pierce
  Wed, 22 Mar 2000 11:53:25 -0500
  ...Cruise control (sometimes works), electric windows, electric locks(sometimes don't unlock) Table ( doesn't unlock). Fancy German emblem up front, alloy wheels, plastic...
• Green Fuel Injector
  Historical mailing list - McComas_Glenn
  Fri, 3 Mar 2000 07:11:21 -0500
  ...was replaced with the green one?? Have you taken compression tests?? Was the crud oily or flat black?? What is the oil control picture??
• Re: '82 Westy Diesel Aux. Heater
  Historical mailing list - Eric Giroux
  Wed, 20 Sep 2000 11:32:09 -0400
  ...Bosch L-Jetronic with Lambda Closed-Loop Control is missing page 9. The link points to page 8. Pointing to 'LJETL-09.GIF' gives...
• Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Mark Smith
  Fri, 11 Aug 2000 15:12:23 EDT
  My friend is looking to add cruise to a 90 GL. Is this difficult? Does anyone on the list know where he can obtain...
• Re: Cruise control in manual '84 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Reynold Woodall
  Thu, 28 Sep 2000 13:27:22 -0400
  Thanks again for great advice. I reduced the vacuum hose size to a 5/32 size hose and that has solved the problem 95...
• Starter Solenoid Specifications
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Wed, 13 Sep 2000 08:49:04 -0700
  Hello, Can you point me to a web site that shows starter solenoid specifications? I am looking for the electrical information such as control...
• Espar D1L Help
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 09:13:45 -0700
  ...I am seeking the schematic for the electronic control board (not the installation wiring). Espar says it's proprietary and won't share. Anyone...
• Re: One Step Forward, One Backward
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Sun, 29 Dec 2002 18:07:01 -0600
  ...In fact, Bentley shows a direct connection from the idle switch to the control unit. I screwed up big time! Dave in KC (diligently...
• Dashlights
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 7 May 2004 21:58:10 -0700
  ...Heater controls are lighted OK, nothing in the dash binnacle. Seems like they futzed something when working on the brakes, anything specific to look...
• Re: Front end suspension
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Thu, 12 May 2011 15:18:52 -0400
  >> >> I know those upper control arm bushings need to be spot welded - that >> I'd >> need someone else for anyway. Since you are saving...
• Re: Control Arm Bushings (do I need to WELD?)
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Sat, 11 Aug 2007 08:30:31 -0400
  http://www.autozone.com/in_our_stores/loan_a_tool/loan_a_tool.htm ----- Original Message ----- snip> Anybody know if autozone lends out the...
• Re: GoWesty Engine Management system
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 6 Nov 2020 09:44:15 -0800
  ...is the Delphi ECU normally used in an application(s) where *all* idle air is controlled by the idle control valve and throttle angle...
• Smog device
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  3 Jan 1997 12:06:10 -0800
  ...In addition, the Emissions Control Device will reduce the total cost of emissions control. What is Steele Rubber Products role in all of this...
• Re: Cruise Control - Stock vs. Aftermarket
  Historical mailing list - RICHARD KOERNER
  Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:13:23 -0700
  ...Cruise Control - Stock vs. Aftermarket To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 10:32 AM RE: Cruise Control I have no...
• Re: The hottest engine swap going?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Akiba
  Thu, 17 May 2007 12:46:53 -0400
  ...Also has Traction control...... WOuld this be cool or what? Transverse rear mounted with traction control? Maybe the new Vanagon? Hey VW .... wake up...
• Re: Gas heater wiring
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Thu, 29 Oct 2015 04:33:45 -0700
  Frank, pages 97.50/51 show an 83 version that uses a control box. It might be close enough to the 84 to help...
• Weird "idle" problem
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 16 Oct 2014 09:44:52 -0700
  ...Restarting doesn't help, and only when I unplug the idle control valve will it stop (die). I've checked the TPS with an...
• Re: Front Suspension - Screws
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 26 May 2009 23:43:23 -0700
  ...This is another > improvement with the solid lower control arm front suspension. Those 3 > bolts don't exist on the 85+ solid arms. > > Mark...
• Re: Cruise Blues
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Fri, 15 Sep 1995 11:37:02 CST6CDT
  ...I'm totally lazy these days and use my cruise control > all the time on the highway. I tap it off on significant inclines...
• Re: suspension creak '91 carat
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Sun, 7 Feb 1999 00:35:30 -0500
  ...I was told that >it may be upper control arm which is commonly found to creak in vanagons. Is >it common? If it is...
• Re: CB antennae options
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Thu, 4 Apr 2002 17:11:32 -0600
  ...My CB is a Cobra with mic-mounted CB controls. The head unit rests out of sight behind the driver's seat. I chose...
• Wiki BZ Shelf Derby contestants - update
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 5 Feb 2008 11:59:55 -0700
  ...php/Coolant_Pressure_Tester > > "Upper Control Arm Bushings" by John Meeks > at http://vanagonwiki.net/index.php/Upper_Control_Arm_Bushings > > "Storage Space Tips...
• Re: Now charging of house batteries Re: New fridge replacement option for the Dometic
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 7 Jan 2008 08:39:35 -0800
  ...The controller kit I sell is a series mode controller > but uses a 45 amp P channel FET so it is turned on by...
• Re: Possible Solar Charge Controller Warning ?
  Historical mailing list - Jon VO
  Thu, 23 Jul 2015 08:00:57 -0600
  I found the BlueSolar MPPT100/15 works fine and is about $120.00 There are cheaper PMW controllers, and also MPPT controllers, but this...
• Re: Possible Solar Charge Controller Warning ?
  Historical mailing list - Jon VO
  Tue, 23 Jun 2015 06:48:08 -0600
  I found the BlueSolar MPPT100/15 works fine and is about $120.00 There are cheaper PMW controllers, and also MPPT controllers, but this...
• Re: Possible Solar Charge Controller Warning ?
  Historical mailing list - Jon VO
  Thu, 7 May 2015 07:59:20 -0600
  I found the BlueSolar MPPT100/15 works fine and is about $120.00 There are cheaper PMW controllers, and also MPPT controllers, but this...
• Re: Additional questions ... trip x-country is going great but...
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 10 Jul 2001 14:35:35 -0700
  ...It seems the cruise control causes lots of unwanted behaviour...... > When going 60 or so and I slow down quickly the oil light would...
• Re: idle stabilizer: valve, control unit or both?
  Historical mailing list - Germain
  Wed, 10 Sep 2003 20:37:44 -0400
  ...valve, control unit or both? I am experiencing the ever so common high idle problem on my '89 Carat. Don't hear the infamous...
• Re: WAS:trip out west-NOW: Heater valve
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Fri, 6 Aug 2010 11:06:24 -0400
  ...removing the > > > heater/fresh air control plastic plate so you can see into > that part of > > > the controls, or to make adjustments to the...
• Re: Smog sympathies offer
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Tue, 3 Mar 1998 19:32:57 -0800
  ...If anyone wants to privately e mail > me > with any engine control, emisssion control, engine theory, or whatever > > questions; please feel free to. I...
• Re: Euro-Drive: 84 Volkswagen VANAGON, No-start
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 May 1999 11:34:36 -0400
  ...Idle stabilizer ,hall control unit , coil, >wires, plugs, OK CLeaned all grounds on engine replacedfuel >inj. ,control unit ,same problem -control unit shorted out...
• Re: Audiovox ccs100
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 14 Oct 2006 04:54:10 -0700
  ...Anything in particular that you would like to see? A copy of the cruise control installation write-up is in the files section of...
• Loss of '87 VW power on long trips
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Nov 95 21:42 PST
  ...I had an extra control unit with me, and so assuming that this was the problem the first time it happened, I exchanged it...