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  • Re: Remote start for diesels?
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 6 May 2005 09:14:26 -0600
    ...Most of the remote starter kits I have seen don�t really mention the safety point on the outside of the package but put...
  • Re: new stereo/remote
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Mon, 18 Oct 2004 10:42:51 -0700
    ...new stereo/remote >> >> On 10/17/04 10:31 PM, "Mark Edwards" <bhs73@SPYMAC.COM> wrote: >> >>>> 427 camaro cassette player? I think not that...
  • Re: Spark Plug Tester
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Tue, 2 Mar 2010 13:18:22 -0800
    A remote starter and the plug grounded on the engine will test the system and that plug (without your little brother or MIL). If...
  • for sale: electric side door lift for vanagon
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 21 Jul 1998 14:45:12 EDT
    ...hydraulic, battery operated, with remote. works great. best offer chris allentown, pa for more info and pics, see: http://enter.net/~bloss/vw/turner/
  • vanagon/bus wheelchair lift for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 6 Mar 1999 15:14:15 EST
    ...w/ remote. email me for info chris allentown, pa
  • Fuel pressure tester
    Historical mailing list - Will Morris
    Thu, 11 Mar 2004 09:49:23 -0500
    ...with the digifant system? Is is worth looking at places like Autozone, or do I need to start looking at remote sources? thanks, Will
  • Re: Radio Problem
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Sat, 10 Sep 2005 09:44:13 -0700
    ...I use a Thummer remote that lives on the steering wheel to control all but the channel select on the Sirius. One could substitute...
  • Fwd: Power Lock Trouble
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:43:50 +0700
    ...I'm wondering if my remote locks had >> anything to do with the problem, because I enjoyed my remote locks, and >> would like to...
  • Re: Alarm - Remote lock - Etc.
    Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
    Tue, 16 Jan 2001 14:57:25 +1200
    ...Does anyone have any other recommendations? Dunno, but I have an electric-life alarm/remote start/woindow closer, which will end up being installed...
  • Re: wireless Internet connection from Westy
    Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
    Sat, 21 Oct 2000 10:05:05 -0700
    Short of a satellite connection you're not going to get wireless internet from a remote camp site. I have had some luck getting...
  • Re: inside/outside thermometer installation
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sat, 14 Jan 2012 09:51:07 -0800
    I have a wireless one with the remote inside my refrigerator, the readout/inside temp is mounted in back with velcro. I can't...
  • Re: "The Parts Place"
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 1 Jul 1999 11:26:00 EDT
    ...turns out these "vanagon power mirrors" are actually golf/jetta remote mirrors. duh? see for yourself... chris
  • Re: remote/keyless entry
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:30:09 -0600
    Casey, I like the sound of the one you installed. Can you provide the model # for the one that worked for you? Just in...
  • Wireless Thermometer for fridge
    Historical mailing list - Nolan Hester
    Mon, 19 Aug 2002 15:27:25 -0700
    ...You put the hockey-puck-sized remote part in the fridge and then put the base unit anywhere you want (up to about 100...
  • Re: CB or cell?
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Fri, 21 Apr 2000 11:30:37 -0700
    ...and I can even get my email using my cell from remote mesa tops.... but certainly not down in canyons off the highways. Bill...
  • Re: Other Audio source into Stock Westy Radio
    Historical mailing list - pensioner
    Fri, 3 Jan 2003 11:05:14 -0800
    ...Selectable from the front panel, the RC06H remote or the steering wheel mounted Thummer. You can hook up your PC line out to the...
  • Side mirror comparisons & questions
    Historical mailing list - daniel hansen
    Thu, 20 Mar 2003 11:31:48 -0700
    ...He asked about some remote control mirrors. My van isn't power mirror ready and this would be easier than making that upgrade. Does...
  • Car Stereo Deal
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 9 Jun 2003 21:45:00 -0400
    ...It even has a remote for when your sleeping in the back. Dennis
  • Re: radio and stereo question - ignore previous (incomplete) email!
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Mon, 1 Dec 2008 21:47:03 -0500
    ...And yes, they do make radios with remote controlls. :-) On 12/1/08, Joy Hecht <hecht.joy@gmail.com> wrote: > Sorry, I accidentally sent...
  • Re: Oil coolers
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Sun, 27 Aug 2000 21:41:54 EDT
    ...Bus Boys sells a kit with a remote cooler. It hooks up with an oil filter block off plate and a remote filter mount...
  • Remote Mirrors & Setup For Sale
    Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
    Sun, 29 Oct 2000 07:24:22 -0600
    Volks, Purchased a set of remote mirrors for an 82 Westy I ended up selling. This is two mirrors, the wiring harness and the...
  • Re: So thar I was (Engine wouldn't start) - Remote Starter Sw. extra wire
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Wed, 5 Dec 2007 12:37:53 -0800
    ...But then, it's right there to clip your Remote Starter Switch to, and for a brief test or emergency you can just touch...
  • Re: Starter Woes
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 1 Jan 2018 17:30:02 -0500
    ...Unloaded gear, folded down seat, removed engine cover and used my remote starter switch and engine sprang to life. This same old thing happened...
  • Re: Starter/relay/switch problem fixed
    Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
    Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:37:45 -0600
    ...I went out and got a remote start switch (not a bad thing to have if I remember where I put it next time...
  • Friday: Silent Car Break In?
    Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
    Fri, 4 Aug 2017 11:16:45 -0700
    ...How do thieves do this? Do they clone the remote? Thanks, Mike
  • Re: 1985 Westfalia for sale (Boston Ma Area)
    Historical mailing list
    Thu, 16 Mar 2000 12:29:30 EST
    In a message dated 3/16/00 12:18:55 PM Eastern Standard Time, hurley@ACX.COM writes: << - Eberspacher diesel heater w/remote thermostat...
  • Re: Jetta Power Supply relay questions (Vanagon conversion) PIC of wiring diagram.
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:37:37 -0700
    On Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 2:28 PM, Scott Daniel - Shazam <scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote: > > > If you are talking about a Remote Starter...
  • Re: 86 syncro doesn't start
    Historical mailing list - Paul
    Sat, 27 Sep 2008 13:31:59 -0700
    can you describe how one would make a Remote Starter Switch? I have a new/rebuilt starter in my van and it has been...
  • Re: Power Windows/Power Locks
    Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
    Wed, 7 Nov 2001 08:15:36 -0800
    ...driver's window unit > $95.00 > -4-door remote central locking system > $295.00 > -remote start with alarm w/extra channels > $95.00 > > Contact...
  • Re: clutch slave cylinder mounting bolts/PC it's friday
    Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
    Fri, 19 Dec 2003 21:27:52 -0800
    ...could be remote and local, or client and server! About time we started appropriating technical terms, since there are "fuel guages" and "dashboards" in...
  • Oil block off adapter for WBX
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Fri, 27 Jun 2003 19:28:40 -0700
    Does anyone know a source for a remote oil-filter adapter that will replace the existing oil filter and provide an inlet and outlet...
  • Re: Radio Recommendation
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Wed, 12 May 2010 15:19:09 -0500
    ...It has removable faceplate, CD/MP3, a remote that actually turns the thing off, and will work with your ipod out of the box...
  • vanagon lift for sale, fits full size vans too
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 2 Dec 1998 21:16:35 EST
    ...wheelchair or equipment lift for vanagon, or full size american vans battery operated, w/ remote. works great. includes tie downs. for pics: http://www...
  • Re: Non-remote Mirror fix (yet another method)
    Historical mailing list - Dan Soiney
    Thu, 14 Jan 1999 13:46:41 -0600
    Hi all On my 80 parts westy, the problem was solved by goobing a huge amount of RTV all around the joint, rendering adjustment...
  • Re: Remote start for diesels?
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sat, 7 May 2005 10:43:38 -0400
    Andrew Grebneff wrote: <snip> how would the authorities know one was fitted anyway? <snip> I'm sure they wouldn't. But ... if you were...
  • Re: Keyless remote/alarm/starter wiring question
    Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
    Thu, 27 Oct 2005 12:31:24 -0400
    ...shop or ebay). >Okay, I'd like to add a keyless remote/alarm and maybe >starter feature to my '91 Westy and want to...
  • Injectors-What I Now Know
    Historical mailing list - Vdub Guy
    Wed, 26 Dec 2007 19:51:03 +0000
    ...4) Scott, I do have a remote starter, her name is Clarice and she is 14. Now I have to take her to the...
  • Re: new stereo/remote
    Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
    Sun, 17 Oct 2004 23:13:16 -0600
    Entity Mark Edwards spoke thus: > Losing a CD player > is nothing, but replacing the window, or the lock > that gets destroyed in the process...
  • Antena option for VW Vans
    Historical mailing list - Jack R.
    Fri, 2 Nov 2007 13:45:49 -0400
    ...wonder if there is a way to make this work with a Westy? When traveling remote, I never get a good TV signal. http...
  • Re: Alarm with power door locks?
    Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
    Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:07:50 -0700
    ...I've installed a generic alarm / central locking kit, with a remote fob. I've wired up the cut out to the fuel pump...
  • Re: battery guard on sale this week..., was cake and eat it too
    Historical mailing list - Trooz
    Mon, 10 Sep 2007 12:56:35 -0700
    ...The ad shows two keychain remotes. Does this > mean you can disconnect your engine battery remotely? If so, > that would make a nice inexpensive...
  • Re: Anyone with a Remote Control Lock?
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Wed, 24 Nov 1999 23:30:43 +0100
    Stuart wrote: > They wouldn't give out the VW part #. How come? What kind of dealer is this? The part # is no secret, and...
  • FS: '91 Vanagon GL - *Still for Sale*
    Historical mailing list - David Thoresen
    Sat, 23 Nov 2002 10:19:52 -0800
    ...Automatic, AC, Power Windows, Power Locks (Needs actuator), Remote Locks, Alarm. See Pics http://www.epicfoto.com/vanagon $2000/obo Located in Kent, WA...
  • Re: Engine Rebuilders
    Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
    Wed, 29 Oct 2003 20:34:43 -0500
    >But keep >in mind that the installer will never accept any responsibility for >anything that even remotely points to a fault of his, and...
  • Re: Car alarms- Humor
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 25 Jan 2002 13:27:00 -0600
    ...Alarm for unauthorized entry, window > crash > alarm, the little blinking light to indicate it is armed, and a > remote > beeper that will go off...
  • Re: Stereo suggestions
    Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
    Tue, 28 May 2013 13:27:26 -0400
    ...be > >> sure to get a remote that will actually TURN OFF the head unit > > > > > > > > > > -- > > Neil n > > > > Blog: tubaneil.blogspot.ca > > > > '88 Westy http://tinyurl...
  • Re: new stereo/remote
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Mon, 18 Oct 2004 06:32:25 -0600
    ...By the >> way I bought a legecy stereo with CD and mp3 compatible with 2 aux outs >> with a remote that does everything including...
  • Re: WAS: Starter Motor... Failure: NOW: 50 Circuit Weirdness. ECU Related?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sat, 15 Dec 2012 12:42:05 -0800
    ...Somewhere buried in my first thread I mentioned that my NEW remote starter switch tested bad. Thankfully I had the where with all to...
  • Re: Hornet car alarm?
    Historical mailing list - Charles D Earl
    Sun, 6 Jul 1997 00:31:48 -0700 (PDT)
    ...You wrote: "How far away do your remotes work? Mine seem to work only as far as about 25 feet. Maybe the batteries are...
  • Re: Cutest Vanagon toy!
    Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
    Wed, 19 May 2004 16:33:48 -0400
    ...wrote: > Have you played with those miniature remote-controlled cars? You'll > love > this! > > http://www.universalhost.de/html_bit/bitmac/VW_Bulli.htm
  • Re: Can a battery terminal clamp cause a battery to discharge?
    Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
    Fri, 8 Aug 2008 17:26:21 -0400
    mordo, The only thing I can think of that remotely approximates battery clamp problems is a layer of grime on top of the battery...
  • Re: Thinking Alaska trip
    Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
    Fri, 28 Apr 2000 09:44:03 -0400
    ...Camp in some of the more remote campsites. I also highly recommend Valdez and Seward. There are boat trips to see the marine life...
  • Re: Theft protection
    Historical mailing list - Jason Weisberger
    Tue, 31 Dec 2002 20:01:48 -0800
    ...I envision something that would operate much like the remote > locking system on a car. Except the solinoid would actuate a fuel valve, > shutting...
  • NVC Seeking Ridhard Frigault
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Thu, 12 May 2005 14:15:15 -0400
    ...Richard Frigault sent me a p-mail and I tried answering using 2 different email accounts but both were returned (Remote SMTP server has...
  • Re: remote/keyless entry
    Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
    Tue, 10 Jun 2008 09:01:21 -0700
    Seems like there would be a way to do that with an electrical connection rather than mechanical. Having never taken apart an actuator, I...
  • Re: 'Battery Guard' on sale this week
    Historical mailing list - David Etter
    Mon, 10 Sep 2007 19:16:24 -0300
    ...The ad shows two keychain remotes. Does this >> mean you can disconnect your engine battery remotely? If so, >> that would make a nice inexpensive...
  • Remote control Engine starter and cycling device
    Historical mailing list - Blue Eyes
    Mon, 1 Feb 1999 22:04:36 -0600
    ...I've seen remote engine starters, but this one is especially cool. It can even be programed to automatically start an engine every 2...
  • Re: Remote Starter Switch Wire-up for '88GL
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:32:44 -0700
    ...Normally you'd connect your >>remote starter switch between that hot post and your cheater wire. I just > > I have to disagree here. It...
  • Re: stereo remote turn off (won't)
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sun, 17 Oct 2004 22:05:22 -0400
    ...that I can't turn it on or off using the remote. If you find a way > to do it , please let me know...
  • Re: 2liter2cooler?
    Historical mailing list
    Sat, 18 May 1996 23:16:48 -0400
    ...I'd been told as far as remote >coolers go (I'm interested in the 'plate' style, rather than tube and fin) >that it...