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• Re: Brighter headlights - 91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 22 May 2016 14:42:48 -0700
  I use dielectric grease on all of electrics contacts, connectors etc..etc
• Re: '85GL ORIGINAL PARTS!!!
  Historical mailing list - Robert A. Alexander
  Sat, 24 Oct 1998 12:02:15 -0400
  Robert - Amen. Heck, my van has four "jugs" & numerous "male/female" connectors! BOB
• Fwd: Headlight relays install grounding questions,
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Thu, 25 Mar 2004 12:19:16 -0500
  ...Your local electronics or automotive electric supplier should stock "piggyback" spade connectors. These little critters work just like regular spade connectors except they allow...
• Re: Cleaning corroded connectors
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 13 Apr 2003 06:11:25 EDT
  ...For cleaning corroded connectors I've had some success with liquid flux for soldering. Dip the connectors in the bottle for a few minutes...
• Re: Strange clock display
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:18:45 -0800
  ...These connectors are round and each one can hold > many wires. Quite a few ground wirres attach to these two connectors. > These connections corrode...
• fog/aux lights installed
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:31:45 -0800
  ...If i can find those connectors at some time I probably will use the factory wiring scheme, but with an additional relay to detour...
• Re: WTB pair of good used round headlight buckets for Vanagon 80-85
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 9 Oct 2009 17:18:55 -0400
  ...I also need the > electrical > connectors that go to the headlights if you can include them as well > that would be great. > > Thanks, > Ken...
• Power Steering Pump Wiring Question?
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Fri, 2 Oct 1998 10:03:44 -0700
  ...I am concerned because it appears that the connectors may have been shorting against the exhaust manifold. I loosened the banjo fitting and rotated...
• Re: Trailer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 21 Jun 2020 15:43:24 -0700
  One of the features of those splice connectors ( scotchloks ) is that you can use your test light on the metal piercer to check for...
• Re: update on a/c fuse blowing
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 15 May 2007 23:55:35 -0400
  ...Check the connectors. If they aren't white, but instead are brownish, then you have a resistance problem in your connectors. Not too surprising...
• Re: looking for a source for temp 2/temperature gauge sending unit connectors
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 12:02:57 -0800
  For certain connectors, a VW specific shop might have replacement leads with the metal terminal already crimped on. This is what i found for...
• 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: hunting idle when cold,no,no, no,no, like this
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Thu, 9 Jul 1998 02:06:41 EDT
  ...If it doesnt, turn car off, unplug the two connectors going to idle stabalizer control unit, it's the black box on the left...
• Re: 2.1L Wiring Harness (rape
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 20 Jan 2004 07:17:13 -0500
  ...inside of the connectors for the fuel injection wiring harness, The harness >>on my 87 Wolfy has two failing intermittent connectors. I'm sure...
• Re: A/C HOT wires!!
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Sat, 17 Apr 1999 09:39:36 -0700
  ...That voltage dropping on the connectors to the relay/fuse in question is getting hot because of the resistance in the connectors and the...
• Re: Meter Recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Rich Blake
  Tue, 17 Dec 2002 18:10:37 -0800
  ...Another thing that is nice to have in your meter bag is a set of BOSCH two pin connectors with modified leads and alligator...
• wire splicing
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Fri, 26 Sep 2003 18:08:17 -0700
  ...I have some crimp-on butt connectors for 18-22AWG wire and some Scotch-lok splice connectors that look like they are for really...
• Re: Dielectric grease - Stabilant
  Historical mailing list - Will Taygan
  Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:40:27 -0900
  ...It > sounds like it's what the doctor ordered for aging Vanagon electrical > connectors. > > cheers, > > On Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 6:14 PM...
• Re: oil light
  Historical mailing list - Dan Beatty
  Wed, 1 Nov 1995 20:19:09 -0600 (CST)
  ...Althought many things can go wrong one of the most common and easiest to fix is corrosion/loose connectors/moisure. Get some contact cleaner...
• Re: New Temp 2 sensor don't fit ?
  Historical mailing list - Brian Honan
  Thu, 15 Mar 2001 19:13:09 -0500
  ...do the connectors (on the wires) look the same >size as the one that connects the idle stabilizer valve and the ones >on the...
• Re: Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - Stacy
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 22:42:36 -0800
  ...I have these connectors and send what you need at a reasonable price(postage and something for me) let me know I have about...
• Re: 1986-91 wire harness
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 Mar 2012 06:14:36 -0400
  The temp 2 sensor and fuel injectors use the same connectors. Cal-Term-08653 works. This connector pigtail also works on the throttle switch...
• 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...
• Re: Preliminary...Headlight weirdness? (long) Solved!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 15:27:39 -0700
  ...I doubt you'd see push-on spade connectors for headlight grounds on an older Mercedes for example. After 25+ years of conducting ... push...
• Re: Fuel System or Electronic?
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 13 Nov 2018 19:19:00 -0800
  I clean electrical connectors with baking soda and may be finishing up with a wire brush.
• Re: Deep cycle batteries, voltage regulators, and eating cake
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Tue, 7 Aug 2007 18:04:59 -0400
  ...Soldered connectors. 2. New 10 AWG wire, relay to aux battery. Soldered connectors. 3. Added 10 AWG wire alternator to starter post. 4. Resoldered...
• Re: Cleaning corroded connectors
  Historical mailing list - shawn luft
  Sun, 13 Apr 2003 21:44:01 -0400
  ...I find the Fuel Injection connectors are the worst by far, so I cleaned what I could - and I think replacement will be required...
• Re: 85 won't start
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 8 May 2022 16:53:43 -0700
  ...I removed the battery connectors, cleaned the posts and connectors and the engine fired right up. So I'd advise you to do the...
• Re: Trailer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Raul Rivera
  Sun, 21 Jun 2020 21:04:11 -0400
  ...I’m guessing the splice > connectors aren’t working or am I missing something? Before I go using > regular butt connectors and cutting wires...
• 83 AC cali westy need idle stabilizer plugs on harness
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Mueller
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 23:12:14 -0800
  ...mine have gone bad, right now i have them bypassed with some trailer wire connectors but would like to get some new ones so...
• Fuel injection problems
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Kuecker
  Sun, 24 Apr 2005 11:56:32 -0500
  ...This is next to a pair of green wires with yellow connectors. Both sets of wires are just above the air bleed screw on...
• Re: Trailer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Casal
  Mon, 22 Jun 2020 06:40:43 -0400
  ...I’m guessing the > > splice > > > connectors aren’t working or am I missing something? Before I go using > > > regular butt connectors and cutting wires...
• It Begins!!!
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Thu, 21 Aug 2003 13:14:57 -0400
  ...connectors from coming through.  do i remove this? or do I just have to cut the wires and then rebuild the connectors?&nbsp...
• Re: Is there such a too?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 23 Nov 2007 14:25:40 -0500
  ...Not the double stepped mandrel types for crimping "Open Barrel" connectors. The open barrel connectors have two sets of tangs which are open (the...
• Re: Heat shrink connectors with solder ring in the middle. Tried 'em
  Historical mailing list - KIM BRENNAN
  Sun, 19 May 2019 23:03:16 -0400
  ...Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: > >> I think by now everyone has seen online ads for those clear, heat shrink >> connectors that have a...
• In-door wiring kerfuffle
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 09:53:04 -0400
  ...I vaguely recall the connectors being cable-tied to the door but I can't recall where now or if they were together or...
• Re: Dielectric grease
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:14:57 -0500
  ...ok to put dielectric > grease on the T14 connector or other connectors at the instrument cluster > foil? Will there be any detremental effects on...
• Re: Is there such a too?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 23 Nov 2007 16:16:05 -0500
  With that one, you'd just change the dies to go from open barrel connectors to other types (like the ones you can get...
• Re: 1991 Vanagon Electrical Problem
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Thu, 19 Dec 2002 14:37:13 -0500
  ...There are 2 large clusters of ground wire connectors under the dash, above the fuse box. Pull the connectors off one at a time...
• Re: Solar Panel outdoor electrical connect
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 26 Jun 2011 08:02:18 -0400
  http://www.mcmaster.com/#dc-voltage-connectors/=cwxb62 McMaster Carr page 774 online catalogue. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry...
• 2.1 WBX Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:09:32 -0300
  ...This seems rather complex, considering that most vehicles use resistive wires and rubber boots/connectors on the plugs. So what would happen If I...
• harness kit
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Mon, 16 Aug 1999 14:41:48 -0400
  Dear List, Anybody know where to get a kit to replace boots and connectors on the harness for a 83.5? Thanx, Woody
• Re: Trailer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Mon, 22 Jun 2020 17:45:10 -0600
  ...I’m guessing the splice > connectors aren’t working or am I missing something? Before I go using > regular butt connectors and cutting wires...
• Re: Cleaning contacts/Oil light buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 09:24:02 -0700
  ...Some were really bad, tried to clean some and replaced a few connectors. BTW whats a good replacement for better spade connectors, maybe ones...
• Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 16:09:22 -0500
  Anyone know of a source for female spade relay socket connectors? They're the ones with the little barb on the sides so the...
• Re: 85gl acceleration Flat spot until warmed up
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Thu, 28 Dec 2006 09:19:40 -0800
  ...85gl acceleration Flat spot until warmed up > > I like to get the new style sockets and > > pre crimped pigtail connectors as these make future...
• 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: Is there such a too?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 22 Nov 2007 19:35:28 -0800
  ...On Nov 22, 2007 4:46 PM, Mike Collum <collum@verizon.net> wrote: > I replace the female connectors with the same type as OEM...
• Re: High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:35:27 -0700
  ...High quality two pole 60A wiring connectors Looking at their offerings on this mingy little smartyfone screen, I don't see a bulkhead mount...
• A/C HOT wires!!
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sat, 17 Apr 1999 09:22:35 -0700
  ...The one solution that I found there suggested replacing the wire connectors on the theory that a small amount of corrosion inside the connectors...
• Re: Wire connectors for relay blocks
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 9 May 2016 13:23:46 -0700
  ...bellsouth.net> wrote: > >> I'm looking original type wire spade type connectors that crimp onto >> wires and then securely snap into VW relay blocks...
• Re: The wire harness becomes brittle
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 18:18:34 -0800
  err ok try thos elonks again > Too bad! > Jake > > On 2/5/07, TC <trclark@shaw.ca> wrote: > > > > > -4 fi connectors > > > frank or ben...
• Re: Another Great Use of Naval Jelly
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Mon, 11 Sep 95 10:27:04 EDT
  ...Man, oh man did it ever work great! The connectors had > white corrosion and looked pretty bad until I saturated them in the pink...
• Horn strangeness ('82 diesel)
  Historical mailing list - McComas_Glenn
  Wed, 9 Feb 2000 17:06:56 -0500
  ...Their usual problem was corrosion in the crimp/push-on connectors, probably as a result of road salt. This was both on the horn...
• 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: what is it
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:30:54 -0700
  ...Found three potential problems with the > grounds and two loose connectors on the thing below the alternator to the > right when you face the...
• Re: 2.2 engine hiccups at 3300 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 4 Sep 2017 10:59:03 -0700
  ...One of the > problems with the connectors on some of the fuel injection sensors is that > the actual connectors do not have sufficient spring...
• Re: Trailer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Raul Rivera
  Mon, 22 Jun 2020 11:20:27 -0400
  ...I’m guessing the >>> splice >>>> connectors aren’t working or am I missing something? Before I go using >>>> regular butt connectors and cutting wires...
• Re: Sensor connector sources?
  Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
  Sat, 3 Nov 2001 21:28:11 -0800
  ...However, VW only supplies the connectors already crimped on both ends of a 12" wire. These run anywhere from $2. ea to $10 ea...
• Contemplating H4 headlight upgrade?
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Tue, 23 Nov 2004 11:10:58 -0500
  ...The web page for the connectors is: http://www.rallylights.com/hella/Connectors.asp Don in Reidsville, NC 1987 Vanagon GL Syncro