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  • Re: Testing Front Door Power Lock Accuators??
    Historical mailing list - Ed Sato
    Sat, 25 May 2002 23:33:29 -1000
    ...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: For you paddlers--a petition
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:18:36 -0500
    ...The link is >> <http://www.change.org/petitions/alabama-scenic-river-trail-push-back-against-closing-alabama-river-locks-to-recreational- >> traffic> >> >> Sent from...
  • <Syncro> viscous coupling fluid wishes
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 7 Feb 1997 18:54:23 -0800
    ...When one side of the drive wheels slip, the two sides of the differential spin with a difference above 6% and the VC locks...
  • RoadHaus - Awesome Westfalia Joker Syncro
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Wed, 30 Jul 2003 10:00:50 -0700
    ...seats, removable storage chest behind rear seat, front and rear differential locks, 5.43:1 final drive, 112hp 2.1L motor, LT mirrors, fog...
  • Re: The drama continues -> Both low beams burnt out at same time?
    Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
    Sun, 19 Oct 2008 20:24:28 -0700
    ...Failing that, it appears that things like the power door locks, stereo, LED clock, alternate battery system (I don't have a 2nd battery...
  • Re: Watch out Westy, there is a new kid in town!
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Sun, 8 Apr 2012 21:12:28 -0700
    ...317HP motor, Head lights, air-bags, traction control, contemporary radio, Remote locks, 4 HD disk brakes, hitch receiver w/ wiring (you can tow!), 3...
  • Re: Thule Roof Racks with 3 bars
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Sun, 30 Aug 2009 06:06:23 -0500
    ...Points to ponder-AFAIK-Yakima locks can be removed at the bike store if you lose a key, but Thule can get new keys...
  • Re: Keeping Warm
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 6 Nov 95 17:28:42 GMT-28871216:51
    ...Another approach might be to fill the whole cavity and try to cut out room for the locks and window mechanism. The other problem...
  • Re: Advice on upgrading 88 Westy
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 2 Apr 2001 13:03:32 -0500
    ...of a budget, > so my dreams are simple: '89-91, power locks, power widows, 4-speed (a carrat > or wolfy package would be REALLY...
  • Quantum Turbo Diesel FS. Drive it or convert your Vanagon.
    Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
    Fri, 21 Jul 2000 14:18:34 -0400
    ...4x Power window motors, mechanisms and 6x switches * Cruise * 5x power locks * Tachometer * Premium VW/Blaupunkt Heidelberg sound system. Someone handy could also try...
  • Re: Finally got a westy!!!!!!
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Sun, 26 May 2002 23:32:51 -0500
    ...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: Testing Front Door Power Lock Accuators??
    Historical mailing list - developtrust
    Sat, 25 May 2002 01:10:02 -0700
    ...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: Choice of Lube
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Tue, 18 Feb 2014 17:32:22 -0800
    ...if you can get it in there. :-) > Also recommended for Vanagon locks. > > Larry A. > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2014 at 10:00 AM, Max...
  • Need Help Setting a Price for my 93 Eurovan MV!
    Historical mailing list - Steven J. Hughes
    Sat, 25 May 96 14:31:01 -0500
    ...5-speed, power windows, power locks, dual AC and heaters. Also have the EV bug deflector. Have replaced both headlights since December, also had...
  • Re: Lower alternator bolt
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:42:50 -0400
    ...said, the other threads seem to deal with one of the other two bolts or the bracket that the alternator locks onto. Thanks, Ed
  • Conversion Subaru 2.2 engine FS in WA state
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Tue, 11 Sep 2007 05:44:32 -0700
    ...The windshield is cracked, the power door locks don't work (have to unlock them by hand) and there are a couple of spots...
  • buses for sale in Alabama
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Wed, 06 Nov 96 20:36:02 CST
    ...power door locks, windows, mirrors. alloy wheels (including spare). AS-IS/NO WARRANTY! pop-top, rear-facing middle seats, swing up middle table, one...
  • Re: Is there a "best way" to loosen up passenger seat 's "rotation"?
    Historical mailing list - Bob Norman
    Tue, 8 Dec 1998 10:19:20 -0330
    ...her wheelchair, and > then we rotate the seat around untill it locks. Not easy! > > I'm afraid if I use a heavy grease, it...
  • Re: A sad day, Scott Foss has left this realm
    Historical mailing list - Karl
    Mon, 25 Dec 2023 23:10:25 -0800
    ...never been lubed, it was horrible! Door latches tight, hinges tight, locks difficult, sliding door handle and rollers so incredibly tight that it took...
  • Re: Instrument lights
    Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
    Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:33:35 -0700
    ...bulbs are set into some kind of white plastic holder that locks into > some tabs on the top of the dash pod. Do these...
  • Re: weekender; table stuck
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Thu, 4 Nov 1999 22:13:06 -0500
    ...the bottom, Table still folds flat against the wall though and locks when upright. Never replaced the lock, although velcro sounds good if you...
  • Re: Very dangerous braking problem
    Historical mailing list - T Berk
    Tue, 19 Jun 2001 23:26:45 -0700
    ...keep moving > with little stopping power and one of the wheels locks > up. If I give the brake petal a couple of pumps I...
  • Re: All Vanagon owners aren't JERKS...are they? Please read this!!!
    Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
    Sat, 9 Aug 2003 16:30:54 -0500
    ...o plastic trim), rear-facing jump seats, power-heated mirrors, power locks/windows, body moulding/bumpers (for another project), etc. I was going to...
  • Re: Time to paint, should I film it?
    Historical mailing list - B Feddish
    Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:18:26 -0500
    ...Use Darth Vader guy or Wilford Brimley for VO. (Goldi Locks reference) side of Vanagon showing how far away gun is while spraying and...
  • Re: The Banagon list (was a war..)
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Thu, 6 Mar 2003 19:10:50 -0800
    ...just slightly warmer! We will save precious energy >>using our power locks and windows! To battle!!! >> >> >>-MB >>-- >>_______________________________________________________________________ >>Mark Belanger - belanger@fluid.com Robert 1982...
  • Re: should I get a new transmission?
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Wed, 25 Aug 2004 11:13:01 -0500
    ...Look for Gas Stations on hills with a down hill run when you stop for fuel if your tranny locks in any gear. Stan...
  • Re: Power Door Lock Actuator Small Springs.
    Historical mailing list - Dan N
    Fri, 2 Oct 2015 07:48:46 -0700
    ...There should be +12V on the top terminal of the door > frame with the front locks up, and on the second terminal with them...
  • Misc. dumb questions
    Historical mailing list - Kristin Dewey
    Tue, 30 Jun 1998 23:17:53 EDT
    ...Anyone know? What about extra locks, alarms, engine cut-out thingees? I know I read something about this stuff somewhere, but now I can...
  • Re: Unimogs, was Re: Tristar Prices FWIW
    Historical mailing list - Karl M.
    Sat, 18 Nov 2000 22:24:27 -0500
    ...Hydraulic-operated diff locks front and rear, big 20 inch wheels with strange looking military-style tires. He could weave through the tight trees...
  • Power Door Lock Actuator Small Springs.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 1 Oct 2015 12:15:19 -0700
    ...When I thumped on the outside of the driver side door while trying to turn the key, the locks would work or become intermittent...
  • Re: How do I tell what jumpseat/bracket belongs behind the pass seat
    Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
    Sun, 1 Nov 2009 09:50:13 -0800
    ...don't > think > I am going to mess with the power locks. > Let me know if you need that drivers or pass( it totally...
  • should I be "alarmed"?
    Historical mailing list - dave bowers
    Thu, 6 Jun 2002 09:56:29 -0700
    ...However, I wonder if such an investment would add to my vans security? I don't have power locks, and am considering an alarm...
  • Re: Keys from code
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Thu, 12 May 2022 21:33:49 -0400
    ...use. >> >> Now, the rear hatch lock works perfectly and the other locks feel >> much better. >> >> Thanks Steve and thanks to the great info this...
  • Re: Stolen Westy Syncro in Seattle--install an alarm
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sat, 16 Nov 2013 12:10:58 -0800
    ...Here is the alarm I installed in a weekend, and it includes an ignition disconnect and power door locks: http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2...
  • Re: Only ONE drive wheel?
    Historical mailing list - Mike
    Sun, 12 Apr 2009 21:58:52 -0400
    ...There are "limited-slip" differentials which will prevent you getting all the power to the wheel with no traction; and there are differential locks...
  • Won't stay running below 2,500 RPM
    Historical mailing list - KI4TLF
    Sat, 3 Mar 2018 01:01:25 -0600
    ...Replaced most of the drivers wiring due to door wiring, issues with the door locks and power mirror. It�s been several years, but...
  • Re: For you paddlers--a petition
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:41:24 -0500
    ...The link is > > <http://www.change.org/petitions/alabama-scenic-river-trail-push-back-against-closing-alabama-river-locks-to-recreational- > > traffic> > > > > Sent from...
  • Re: Power Door Locks: Key Won't Turn Pass. Side Door Lock.
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 24 Sep 2015 10:12:13 -0700
    Thanks for that explanation. I had a rough idea of how it all worked but that's helpful. Yes, it's no trouble pulling...
  • FS: Panasonic CD changer and Thule roof bars for Jetta/Golf ('92 or '93 to '99)
    Historical mailing list - Ryan Heidcamp
    Fri, 11 May 2001 07:18:37 -0500
    ...I plan on buying another set of Thule bars for the new one, so I will be pulling the locks out and keeping all...
  • Can't see the forest for the fees?
    Historical mailing list - Pensioner
    Sat, 21 Jul 2007 12:18:50 -0700
    ...But don't get me started on rocks and locks. Is this an Whoregon policy only? State stuff? or is it the Feds agin...
  • Re: Battery Drain
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Wed, 28 Feb 2007 18:38:46 +0000
    ...power locks) many people forget these. Also if you have a non-factory radio, it may be piggybacked onto a non-fused wire, so...
  • Re: 1986 Vanagon: Can't unlock rear hatch
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Mon, 10 Oct 2016 11:50:21 -0400
    ...dawsonsld@aol.com> wrote: > > > > > I have a 1986 Vanagon with manual locks. My rear hatch door will not > > > unlock. The lock will turn and...
  • Re: Door handles
    Historical mailing list - William Warburton
    Fri, 1 Jul 94 15:34:05 GMT
    ...If I post crap I'd like to know about it :-) ! The way the early breadloaf sliding door locks work is this: When unlocked...
  • Re: Missing key for water hookup
    Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
    Sun, 21 Nov 2004 22:21:55 -0800
    ...keep > :::> the cap from falling off during driving. > :::> Steve Sandlin, registered locksmith > :::> http://www.steveslockshop.com > :::> > :::> > :::> -- > :::> No virus found in this incoming message. > :::> Checked...
  • Re: intermittent electrical problem
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Thu, 16 Dec 2004 13:37:58 -0700
    ...Sometimes the radio does not work and has to be > recoded, the clock changes the time and the door locks do not work in...
  • Re: Turning off rear heater
    Historical mailing list - Ry
    Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:18:30 -0500
    ...useless > circulation of the coolant only. > You won't get air locks or bubbles...you just get wasted function from > your water pump. If...
  • Re: Waterboxer hop-up vs. swap
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Wed, 10 Mar 1999 09:43:42 PST
    ...ported exhaust, heads, air runners, oil pump, throttle body, racing valve locks, racing clutch bolts, five speed tranny with locking diff and .70 fifth...
  • Re: Strangest thing you've found in a new bus?
    Historical mailing list - Daniel Rotblatt
    Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:03:53 -0800
    ...Further investigation reveals a nice pair of channel locks crammed in there. I look at the other side and there is a nice swiss...
  • EuroVan Winnebago Test Drive
    Historical mailing list
    Tue, 6 Sep 1994 11:02:58 -0600
    ...Had all the power stuff (power windows, locks, mirrors, cruise). Layout is pretty similar to a Vanagon Camper. A large auxiliary battery is under...
  • Re: GL conversion to Carat?
    Historical mailing list - Terry Buchanan
    Fri, 7 Aug 1998 13:45:27 -0700
    ...Alloy wheels/5-Spoke/14x6 wide, Power doors locks including side door and latch, and Power front windows. I also noticed that "Cruise control...
  • Vanagon Answers???
    Historical mailing list - Jon B. Kanas
    Tue, 8 Dec 1998 11:29:39 -0700
    ...The worst part is finding the locks on the seat rails to get the seat out!! Questions?? Call or e-mail! Jon B Kanas...
  • Re: Rear-facing safety was: Re: WTB: Westy swivel seat swiv'ler
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Wed, 5 Jun 2002 09:04:16 -0400
    ...adding a notch at >the rear similar to the one that locks in the front. Thoughts on impact in >the rear-facing position? >tx...
  • Danger - Jump Starting with AC on !
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Wed, 15 Jun 2005 05:34:11 EDT
    ...clanking sounds from the CARAT's engine compartment and the engine locks up as if it seized. What happened ? Well, quite the mess, the...
  • Opinion regarding new lowered 88 2wd Doublecab w/ Porsche/Pirelli 17's
    Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
    Tue, 11 Mar 2008 03:03:08 -0700
    ...This time around I am using heavy duty Bilsteins, thanks to a couple of generous listees (Dave Lockshaw & Joel VanderKwaak) who sold me gently...
  • vw autoist again: shameless plug for Eurovan Camper. :)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 08 Jun 95 13:25:52 CDT
    ...It also comes standard with air conditioning, cruise control, AM/FM cassette with six speakers, power brakes and steering, power windows, power locks, rear...
  • Re: Need a sliding door lock mechanism
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Tue, 5 May 2020 09:54:57 -0700
    ...AM Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote: > Do you have power locks? This is a common way for the actuator to fail. > > Dennis > > > -----Original...
  • Re: help powered trailer converter
    Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
    Sun, 12 Jul 2015 12:58:02 -0700
    ...If yours has already had a hacked install done ,then remove the scotch locks and Re solder and heat shrink or use good quality...
  • Magnetic Window Screens
    Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
    Mon, 24 May 2010 22:46:27 -0400
    ...in seconds � No rivets, screws, drilling or silicon required � Top flap locks into the door jam to prevent theft � Each screen sew by me...
  • Re: How do I tell what jumpseat/bracket belongs behind the pass seat
    Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
    Sun, 1 Nov 2009 09:43:05 -0500
    ...don't > think > I am going to mess with the power locks. > Let me know if you need that drivers or pass( it totally...
  • VWs for sale
    Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
    Fri, 26 Apr 96 13:18:19 EDT
    ...703-591-8484. '90 Vanagon GL, Wolfsburg, automatic transmission, a/c, power windows/locks/mirrors, alloys, cassette, nice! $10,995. Ourisman Dodge, 703-329...