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• Re: Audiovox ccs100
  Historical mailing list - Ed Wiebe
  Sat, 14 Oct 2006 13:04:57 -0700
  ...This looks like a good spot for the control switch. 4) I took out the rear underseat heater a long time ago, I believe...
• Re: sick of replacing Control Arm Bushings every year
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sat, 25 Apr 2009 19:22:46 -0400
  ...http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=272333&highlight=upper+control+arm+bushings The photos seem to suggest that the Febi and...
• Re: Upper Control Arm Camber Nut
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 14 May 2024 19:30:53 -0400
  ...Eric Caron 85 Westfalia > On May 14, 2024, at 9:28 AM, Jack R <jack007@comcast.net> wrote: > > Last summer my Upper Control Arm...
• Re: Leaking heater control valve
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:25:38 -0700
  ...this afternoon. > > It looks like it is dripping from the heater control valve. I shut the > valve and that has stopped the drips for...
• Re: ventilation controls
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 11 May 2016 05:41:06 -0700
  ...foam is where it should be on the > three main flaps controlled by the Bowden wires. The two > free-swinging flaps don't affect...
• Re: O2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Marc Rainville
  Wed, 20 Dec 1995 16:29:13 +0200
  ...He said they were initially put on to control emissions, but he has tested buses before and after installing new sensors and couldn't...
• front coils & cruise control
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Aug 94 16:24:22 PDT
  ...wanted to offer my experiences on installing an after-market cruise control on my vanagon to anyone who might be interested. cheers, jt *********************************************************************** John...
• Re: Why do we all love our "bricks" so much?
  Historical mailing list - Berry Kercheval
  Fri, 29 Dec 1995 17:18:23 PST
  ...Other than that, and the recent fuel injection control box problems, it's just run and run and run. Oh, and a new tranny...
• Re: searching for potable water pump
  Historical mailing list - Dieter Dworkin Muller
  Sun, 10 Dec 1995 16:36:26 -0700
  ...put in a rheostat switch to control the output (any suggestions on this?) You want a Pulse-Width Modulation type of speed control. The...
• Re: [Syncro] Wanted: cruise control switch
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 10 Sep 2000 23:43:14 -0400
  ...cruise control switch -------------------------- eGroups Sponsor -------------------------~-~> GET A NEXTCARD VISA, in 30 seconds! Get rates of 2.9% Intro or 9.9% Ongoing APR* and...
• Instrument Light Bulb Type and Brightness Questions
  Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
  Tue, 27 Sep 2005 12:57:54 -0400
  ...Two in the auto trans shift console, and one in each of the 2 fan controls in the dash. According to the collective internet...
• Re: Locking or LS diff for 5 sp. ?
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee www.vwrack.com
  Sun, 18 Mar 2007 23:02:04 -0600
  >My main concern with a locker is the lack of steering control when locked >up. (and cost). With the front locker engaged, turning is...
• Re: Cast control arm upgrade worth it? Springs?
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Sat, 2 Aug 2008 10:56:44 -0700
  ...Would it be worth upgrading my >>> '84 >>> to cast control arms? What about the GL springs on a Westy? >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >> >> > > >
• Fw: Fw: front suspension rebuilding (squeak squeak)
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Wed, 26 Mar 2008 22:15:45 -0400
  ...Also be aware that pulling the upper control arm is supposed to lose your camber settings forcing an alignment job. I've always had...
• Re: Front End Suspension - 1985
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 9 Jan 2013 12:51:34 -0800
  ...Originally I was just looking at new Upper control arm bushings however - I figured since I'm going to "be there" already and I...
• Re: electrical mystery
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Wed, 4 Dec 2013 20:44:32 -0500
  ...I removed the glove box and I heard the clicking. >>>>> It turned out to be a black box hanging behind the cruise control >>>>> canister...
• Re: Cruise Control Problem
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 9 Jun 2003 17:37:08 -0600
  ...Cruise Control Problem Date: Mon, 9 Jun 2003 19:04:37 -0500 Hi Bob, What year Vanagon are you dealing with. I have been...
• Re: Runaway Engine RPMs
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 10 Oct 2013 22:09:39 -0400
  ...I like Scotts' idle control unit idea . Pro Training has s page on that. 3000 RPM with no load for more than a few...
• Re: Electric door locks out of control!
  Historical mailing list - Bob Wing
  Sun, 18 Jul 2010 19:46:22 -0400
  ...My cruise control and rear hatch lock were the same thing. Good luck! Bob Wing 89 Westy
• Re: '85 vanagon passenger compartment fan...
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Thu, 10 Nov 2005 20:21:42 -0700
  ...assuming yours is a > watercooled 82. > You should get the inner control lever assembly and cables with it, > all > as a unit. The cable...
• Re: waterboxer coolant light
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 1 Aug 1998 23:56:30 -0400
  The control unit is under the dash, mounted on the left A pillar. You will have to remove the fuse box to reach it...
• '90 Westy watertank gauge shot
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Fri, 7 Jan 2000 16:25:56 +0100
  ...the rod that goes inside the potable water tank always gives the 'full' signal (top green led is lit on the kitchen-mounted control...
• Re: Skylight Bug Screen Installation Help Needed
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Mon, 27 May 2002 13:27:17 -0500
  ...There is a spline in the screen that fits in a groove on the side with the control knob. Good luck! Dave in KC...
• Off Topic -- Need Vanagon Computer Guru's Help
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 14:49:18 -0600
  ...I also have a Compaq computer, model 5304 with USB Controller SIS 7001. I absolutely cannot get the computer to recognize the scanner after...
• ignition woes
  Historical mailing list - Mervyn Readman
  Sun, 29 Jun 2003 14:04:16 EDT
  ...It is in front of the brake pedal (automatic tranny) and I am pretty sure is the disengage for the cruise control.One small...
• Scrollin, scrollin, scrollin
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 21 Nov 2004 13:10:39 -0600
  ...When I went to the control panel I found my computer was set to 1280 x seven-hundred-something. I increased it to 1280...
• Re: 85 Vanagon GL stereo upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Brian Tipsword
  Wed, 8 Feb 2006 07:41:56 -0800
  Just my 2 cents ~ The remote control with many of these manufactures leave a lot to be desired! What I finally settled on for...
• Re: rear heater valve
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 3 Aug 2007 11:28:06 -0400
  ...The fan control is more than enough to control how much heat in rear. Opening the valve fully does not make much more heat...
• Re: Upper Control Arm Bushings - uhhhgain
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:14:12 -0400
  ...Upper Control Arm Bushings - uhhhgain I've had two sets of Meyle's go south on me in about 5 months. One usually starts...
• Idle stabilizer control
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 9 Jul 2016 12:16:46 -0500
  I am replacing the failed unit, but find that the new unit won't seat all the way. Has about a1/16th or so...
• Re: Another dumb question, air control slider lighting
  Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
  Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:34:56 -0500
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• Re: What's the best thing you've ever done to your Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Witz
  Tue, 31 May 2011 16:18:01 -0400
  Recaro Seats, LED Third Brake lightin the rear on westy shelf,Inline 4 engine and Audiovox cruise control, Audio that will interface with ipod...
• Re: Late lower control arms
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:58:14 -0700
  It's an '85 so I guess that I'll just grab the springs. Thanks all. Jim On Apr 12, 2009, at 8:33...
• Re: cracked skylight vent
  Historical mailing list - Richard Lumb
  Wed, 30 Apr 1997 17:39:18 +0200
  ...remove it and pack it away in a dark, temperature controlled airtight > vault. > > chris or try not to leaving it open when driving into...
• Re: Idle speed
  Historical mailing list - Modl6971
  Sun, 10 May 1998 16:16:38 EDT
  ...ORG writes: << What electrical components other than the ECU contribute to controlling the idle speed! Trying to find which one is causing my idle...
• Re: Heater not stopping problem #
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Fri, 4 Aug 2000 08:30:47 -0400
  Pull your instrument cluster and find the heater control cable. Loosen the clamp and move the housing away from the clamp slightly (1/8...
• Front end maintenance
  Historical mailing list - brad barcom
  Mon, 11 Feb 2002 18:07:37 -0500
  Hey everyone, I'm going to be replacing my upper control arm bushings and my shocks and I was wondering if there is anything...
• Re: double fuse panel
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 13:03:44 EST
  ...the two fuses are behind the drivers seat and what > they control > > > if youve got a westy, its for the sink pump i think...
• WTB: switch ass'y, pwr window regulator
  Historical mailing list - Sean Solowiej
  Sat, 14 Dec 2002 07:34:15 -0600
  ...Steering column switch assembly, late model with cruise control. Driver's side power window regulator with motor. Driver's side power window and lock...
• Re: '87 GL passenger van parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 24 Mar 2003 16:45:53 -0600
  ...grabs, > Do you have an Idle Stabilizer Valve and Idle Stabilizer Control (box just forward of the right rear brake light)? Interested in these...
• Re: Thoughts on State of the List
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 9 May 2004 21:51:27 +1200
  ...Such as the engine, transmission, locks, doorhandles, HVAC controls... -- Andrew Grebneff Dunedin New Zealand <andrew.grebneff@stonebow.otago.ac.nz> Seashell, Macintosh, VW/Toyota...
• Re: I added a Turbo to improve air flow...
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 15:01:04 -0500
  Oh, and about the piggyback fuel controller... If you can afford it, I would recommend trashing the stock vw computer and running a standalone...
• Re: Need Help - WTB Aftermarket Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sun, 12 Feb 2006 22:58:40 -0500
  The audiovox ccs-100 is a nice universal unit, works well on Vanagons. under $100 on ebay all the time... this write up from...
• Heater /defroster slides
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Sun, 25 Mar 2007 22:19:01 -0700
  ...are the black plastic bits that stick out of the heater control faceplate and have black rubber square-ish knobs attached. I need two...
• Re: Darwin fish car decal
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:31:14 -0700
  ...Calling upon my (mailto:dug@dugbert.com) | years of experience, I froze (http://www.dugbert.com) | at the controls
• Re: Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:51:12 -0700
  A lot of good info from Keith. One note. If installing on an automatic I believe the magnet install is needed instead of getting...
• Re: Nice WBX....
  Historical mailing list - Tim Clark
  Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:57:24 -0700
  ...endeavor, that one. > > Mark > > Todd Last wrote: >> He is also offering a vacuum controlled throttle switch to replace the >> factor mechanical/electric one. >> >> Todd >> >>
• The details of Motronic
  Historical mailing list - Alex Towner
  Wed, 1 Oct 2003 00:58:31 -0400
  ...Knock control: The Motronic control unit has accurate information on crankshaft position and firing order so it is possible to determine which cylinder is...
• Re: solar charger
  Historical mailing list - David Hardy
  Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:47:55 -0700
  I've had a 45 watt panel in my '86's luggage carrier for years, wired to a charge controller and then to the...
• Re: Grease Nipple Was: Rubbery Squeaking
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 2 Dec 1998 12:38:44 -0800
  ...can I drill a small hole through the control arm and bushing, thread it an install a grease nipple, and then grease it every...
• Re: Idle stabilizer question...
  Historical mailing list - Chad Morris
  Sun, 14 Sep 2003 13:44:46 -0600
  ...Another listee made the statement he has been driving > without the Idle Control Module plugged in (which, I believe, controls the > buzzing) . > The engine...
• Re: A/C high idle
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Mon, 20 Aug 2001 21:39:08 -0700
  ...It is controlled by (what else) a controller - a sort of elaborate (and expensive) relay. The valve in question lives right on top of...
• Re: back heater lever question
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Wed, 23 Jul 2014 12:30:39 -1000
  that lever controls the amount of hot coolant frome the engine that goes through the heater core ( and thus the heat output ) bottom of...
• Funny "catch" in the steering
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 18 Mar 2014 21:50:15 -0500
  ...That hasn't happened yet, as I was waiting until I had time to do the control arm bushings etc. simultaneosly. Well, now the...
• Re: Plastic noodles in cooling system, '90 Wolfsburg TDI
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:59:13 -0700
  ...When I opened it up I found > pieces of white plastic caught in the control valve that look like twisted > flat noodle about 3...
• Re: HELP! FI Fuel Supply(?) Problems with 75 Westy in Phoenix
  Historical mailing list - Mike Plickys
  07 Jan 95 20:32:20 EST
  ...A bad O2 sensor or bad connection with the O2 sensor wiring can cause the wrong information to be sent to the control unit...
• Re: UPPER float/wishbone/contol Arm bushings
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 5 Mar 1999 22:35:11 -0500
  I did my own upper control arm bushings and took them to the dealer for spot welding, they said they don't do it...
• Fw: Front-End Squeek
  Historical mailing list - John Russ
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 20:14:08 -0500
  ...So I had it look at and it turned out to be the upper control arm bushings . Which I had John at Barnard St...
• Re: Engine management (manual control of mixture)
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sat, 15 Jan 2000 09:16:47 EST
  ...of making a black box that would >allow the >driver to control the mixture of the engine. (If you are with the >EPA, >please...
• High Idle Problems
  Historical mailing list - Mark G
  Tue, 11 Feb 2003 01:08:48 -0500
  ...They suggested I install a new idle stabilization valve and a new idle stabilzation control unit. (Both very expensive) Anyway, upon arriving at my...