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  • Re: Help! Traveling through Phoenix, Tucson and Vegasneed parts
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:06:46 -0500
    ...of days on vacation. >>> >>> The Rubber bellow which controls the throttle for the cruise control has >>> sprung an invisible leak. >>> >>> Does anyone have the...
  • Re: Directioned Lights
    Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
    Tue, 27 Dec 2005 03:42:31 -0800
    ...There are manual and remote control models, I have an electrically operated one on top of my Wanderlodge that has a joystick control on...
  • Re: Interstate Battery Update
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Sun, 28 Jan 2007 17:11:08 -0800
    ...The parts guy at my FLAPS informed me they all came from Johnson Controls and only differed in warranty. So in reality, at that...
  • Re: Lubricate front heater control cables?
    Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
    Mon, 5 May 2008 09:37:12 -0700
    ...bind up so badly it caused it to kink near the control. I real > > challange to fix. I vote for lubrication. > > Ken Lewis > > http...
  • Re: Heater fan CHIRP!
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 9 Apr 2013 00:37:20 -0400
    At 10:24 PM 4/8/2013, Alistair Bell wrote: >Didn't someone propose a PWM speed controller retrofit for the fan >motor? Was...
  • Re: Screw Holes, Cruise Control Sender: Thread? (Diesel Speedometer)
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 1 May 2011 14:28:29 -0700
    my '82 diesel has metal backed speedo and clip style cable attachment. alistair On 1-May-11, at 2:02 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans...
  • Re: 85 Westy on Southcoast, MA Craigslist
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sun, 15 Mar 2009 09:02:57 -0600
    .... and, based on the photo of the rear interior, it looks like that's a thermostat/heater control panel/box up on the closet...
  • Re: My New Ride
    Historical mailing list - BenT .
    Wed, 1 Apr 2009 17:39:10 +0000
    I wouldn't buy it unless it came with 3 knobs on the diff lock control panel. You overpaid. It doesnkt even have REAL...
  • Re: Another V6anagon?
    Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
    Tue, 14 May 1996 08:44:00 -0700 (PDT)
    ...O______|___|___@________|__|___|________|__|__ ___/|___|___|________|__|___|______@____|__|____@____|__|___|_______@___|__ __|_/_\_|___|_______@___|___|___________|__|___|____@___|___|___________|__ ___\|/__|___|___________|___|___________|__|___|________|__O____________|__ / O | Steve Maher smaher@gi.com '80 V6anagon '66 Mustang Coupevertible http://www.wp.com/IrishMafia "Gun control means using both hands!"
  • Insurance Co. Regulation (was RE: BUSES, VALUE & RESALE)
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 27 Sep 1995 11:57:03 -0500
    Public Citizen, in Washington DC, the group founded by Ralph Nader, is very active in lobbying government to control insurance company rates, etc. Many...
  • 86 Syncro FS
    Historical mailing list - Dan Fleming
    Mon, 2 Oct 2000 17:25:46 -0700
    ...7-passenger, with weekender style rear seat bed, power mirrors, power steering, cold AC, cruise control, and Kenwood stereo. 140,000 miles, excellent shape...
  • Top Dead Center sensor
    Historical mailing list - Craig Jones
    Wed, 14 Nov 2001 12:26:22 -0800
    ...Maybe when the aftermarket cruise control was installed. ANY SOLUTIONS?
  • The Lost is Found!
    Historical mailing list - David Baker
    Wed, 28 Aug 2002 15:34:09 -0500
    ...I was looking for it directly beneath the control mechanism on top of the housing. Thanks to all of you for your most excellent...
  • swap of front end components?
    Historical mailing list - Derrek Wittmmann
    Fri, 11 Oct 2002 15:31:12 -0700
    ...8 gas and I would like to upgrade it to power steering and cast lower control arm plus thicker brake rotors. thanks Derrek Wittmann
  • Re: SUV Bashing) was Think Positive to start your new year
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Buck
    Wed, 1 Jan 2003 16:07:23 EST
    I recall someone from Ford observing that minivan buyers were motivated to help others while SUV buyers were motivated to control others. Steve '81...
  • Re: Free Sirius satellite radio system
    Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
    Fri, 27 Jun 2003 22:31:44 -0600
    ...emphasize that Sirius so far is visibly dedicated to anti-corporation controlled media. I am talking about no agenda-spinned 3-letter networks or...
  • FS: '82 Diesel Westy - $1400 - Oregon
    Historical mailing list - J. Harvey
    Sun, 2 Nov 2003 12:42:23 -0800
    ...http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=1087011 '85 Silver Sunroof '91 GTi 2.0 8v '76 BMW 2002 _________________________________________________________________ Enjoy MSN 8 patented spam control...
  • Re: source for replacement propane valve on westy stove
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Sat, 6 Mar 2004 11:42:33 -0700
    Check GoWesty.com and BusDepot.com Bob > Hi List, > > Does anyone know where I can buy a replacement propane valve (the one that > controls...
  • Re: Frank G.'s TDI instrument cluster - Details and Comments
    Historical mailing list - Serge Laplante
    Tue, 9 Nov 2004 17:28:02 -0500
    On Tue, 9 Nov 2004 12:56:57 EST, Frank Grunthaner <FrankGRUN@AOL.COM> wrote: >(the son son is hacking the MFA controller to...
  • Re: Porta potty go boom
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Fri, 13 May 2005 10:56:39 -0500
    ...hint, a call to poison control was involved. larry chase roadhaus.com - - - Date: Thu, 12 May 2005 18:42:20 -0600 From: jimt <camper...
  • Re: replaced spark plugs now idle and cruise control problems
    Historical mailing list - phil cain
    Mon, 10 Dec 2007 07:49:23 -0800
    If you just changed the plugs and got a problem, you better go back and look closley for what you nocked loose when you...
  • JUICE BOX
    Historical mailing list - Jerry Baker
    Thu, 6 Dec 2007 21:37:13 -0600
    ...Juice box Power Control Module This item is sold on eBay and claims to increase horsepower 12-25HP. The seller "The Juice Box Company...
  • VW Radio connector
    Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
    Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:57:50 -0700
    ...This is the "Premium audio, Anti theft, CD changer control" I think, there is a vendor that sells these "pig tails". Thanks for the...
  • Re: Shocking Dilemma...
    Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
    Fri, 20 Sep 2002 08:27:20 -0400
    ...I ran the Bilsteins for almost a year and found that in the front at least, they couldn't control the spring rebound. They...
  • T7 California Concept... this needs to come to the USA!
    Historical mailing list - Jack R
    Tue, 29 Aug 2023 08:34:44 -0400
    ...New tech includes a campervan control unit that allows some features to be controlled via the infotainment or smartphone, like the pop-up roof...
  • Re: WAS: Starter Motor... Failure: NOW: 50 Circuit Weirdness. ECU Related?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sun, 16 Dec 2012 13:31:16 -0800
    ...Best use of your time might be to just buy a better one. "Idle Control Unit' ....I probably would have known you meant the...
  • Re: Such a splendid waste of time
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:45:15 -0600
    ...Though the control system is unnecessarily complex compared to most heat and ventilation control systems on most vehicles, it actually works well (if all...
  • Re: Spotlight
    Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
    Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:51:37 -0700
    ...I'm envisioning a telescoping, remote controlled spotlight.....or maybe just a maglite wielding monkey running around up there... Miguel He who possesses art...
  • 91 Westy, idle problem
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sun, 12 Jul 2009 14:14:21 -0400
    ...A good mechanic said (as have many of you) idle control valve (he called it idle air controller, but it was the same beast...
  • Re: Blinking coolant level light
    Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
    Thu, 7 Sep 2006 16:40:34 -0700
    ...Replaced the coolant level control module (relay).. No change. So I threw up my hands and took it back to my mechanic. Unfortunately, it...
  • Re: Vanagon Fuel Injection Controller
    Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
    Sat, 22 Sep 2007 12:46:50 -0700
    ...Vanagon Fuel Injection Controller they go at auction on eBay for $25-75 all the time. if the part# has a D at the...
  • Re: Tie Rod end removal/Control arm bushings
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 8 Jun 2009 22:49:59 -0700
    ...Tie Rod end removal/Control arm bushings >I am tackling control arm bushings and tie rod ends this coming week. I am >assuming since...
  • Re: Telemetry (was Re: Coolant pressure test... video.)
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:38:58 -0800
    ...Properly dispose of * * used coolant. * **************************************************************** * reconnect sensor connector * check coolant level control unit using wiring diagram NOTE The control unit is located on top...
  • Re: ICU issue?
    Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
    Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:25:17 -0700
    The problem was caused by the Idle Control Unit cable coming in contact with the power steering pump pulley. Two wires were severed, I...
  • Re: Horns, improvements
    Historical mailing list - mark drillock
    Wed, 21 Aug 2013 15:03:15 -0700
    ...30 load in 87 load out 86 relay control input pin 85 relay control ground pin Mark Marco wrote: > Thanks for the tips, Mark...
  • Re: Vanagon Stranded near Tawas, MI
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sat, 29 Sep 2012 00:20:43 -0400
    ...To get to the starter control terminal you reach forward with your left hand over the top of the bell housing, then reach to...
  • Re: Upper Control Arm Nut Grade Matter?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 13 Apr 2011 21:05:42 -0700
    ...Upper Control Arm Nut Grade Matter? > > >> At 01:39 PM 4/13/2011, neil n wrote: >>> >>> Does the nut grade matter much in this...
  • Re: Radio Recommendation
    Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
    Wed, 12 May 2010 06:25:58 -0700
    ...the sound quality and ipod control is second to none seriously compare those 3 brand and i would bet you'll want kenwood... price...
  • Re: ARRRGGGHHH Re: Tantalum capacitors to stop blinking temp LED
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:03:12 -0400
    ...Mike's talking about removing the cap entirely, so aside from the fact that the newer level controllers *need* that timed blink, the only...
  • Idle hunting problem, 85 1.9l
    Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
    Fri, 29 Jan 1999 00:05:37 -0500
    ...I've bypassed the idle control module and the problem should have just dissapeared right? Wrong. Still happens. Any thoughts? The following are new...
  • Re: Funny Noise...
    Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
    Mon, 12 Apr 1999 13:50:35 +0200
    ...First, the nut for the upper control arm bushings/Camber adjustment keeps coming loose. You can tighten these some, but best is put in...
  • Re: Dometic
    Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
    Tue, 23 May 2006 08:41:51 -0600
    ...If you turn on 115V with propane, there should be no real effect, since the thermostat controls both and the extra heat during the...
  • Re: Come out of the closet, all
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Sun, 24 Dec 2006 13:13:47 -0500
    ...It's been a few years since I rode it, but from what I remember, all the other controls were the same. Sudhir On...
  • Re: Idle Control Issues
    Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
    Sat, 20 Jul 2013 12:35:58 -0700
    ...Can I assume the idle air control valve is > "sticking", or is this more likely an idle relay issue? I know Audis have > an...
  • Re: sick of replacing Control Arm Bushings every year
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 25 Apr 2009 16:00:28 -0700
    ...On 4/25/09, pickle vanagon <greenvanagon@gmail.com> wrote: > My drivers side upper control arm bushings are screaming like crazy. These > are new...
  • Re: Rear spring question
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Fri, 17 May 2013 17:19:18 -0400
    ...Jack up on the lower control arm. Remove the lower shock bolt. Slowly lower the lower control arm with a jack will allow the...
  • Idle too High on 91 Westy
    Historical mailing list - Michael & Carol Ostrouch
    Sat, 17 Jul 1999 21:51:05 -0400
    ...I had to replace the circlip on the throttle rod adjustment arm after loosing all throttle control last night. So I hope to figure...
  • Re: Dometic thermostat control knob
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 15 Jul 2020 13:50:56 +0000
    ...Dometic thermostat control knob Wow!         You found that fast.  I’m glad as it is really nice having all things in the van working...
  • Re: Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings
    Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
    Wed, 11 Mar 2015 20:54:31 -0400
    ...Pressing Lower Ball Joints & Control Arm Bushings > > I use two Harbor Freight tools for the lower ball joint. > > http://www.harborfreight.com/ball-joint...
  • Re: Vacuum leak sources
    Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
    Tue, 16 May 2000 21:35:25 -0400
    ...The following the effects: > > 1) The cold idle cut off returned (I had replaced the idle control module, $175, my Idle control module was...
  • Re: Dash Lights
    Historical mailing list - Vanagon
    Fri, 28 Dec 2012 13:26:27 -0800
    ...I don't know what engineer came >> up with the crappy OEM plug and bulb for these controls but it really >> sucks. I replaced...
  • Re: the case of the curious blinking LED
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:27:56 -0400
    ...It doesn't know that the level controller is also lurking there waiting to give a false alarm. And the level controller will never...
  • Re: 12v relay help
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Fri, 9 Nov 2007 23:11:20 -0500
    The slider and rear hatch locks are really controlled by the drivers door lock. Your remote lock should have only been wired to control...
  • Re: ADMINISTRIVIA - Letter of resignation
    Historical mailing list - Benny boy
    Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:09:52 -0500
    ...There is little ways to control Gerry's list system. Yahoo is better but still. I got off the digest mode and have been...
  • Re: Dometic thermostat control knob
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Tue, 14 Jul 2020 21:20:53 -0400
    ...Eric Caron > On Jul 14, 2020, at 7:59 PM, Douglas Toomey <drt@UOREGON.EDU> wrote: > > Two Dometic questions: > > 1) The thermostat control knob...
  • Re: Cold start valve
    Historical mailing list - Thewestyman
    Sat, 1 Jun 2013 11:40:25 -0700
    ...In later years the idle control gets power from the Fuel Pump relay so it only buzzes when the ECU activates the FP relay...
  • WAS: Upper Control Arm Nut .... NOW: Apology. :)
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:53:49 -0700
    ...different kinds of nuts. �http://tinyurl.com/3w5m6c2 > > Is that upper control arm nut the same type as nut used to hold the > steering...
  • Re: '85 Ignition Control Unit - part numbers
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:33:53 -0400
    ...The heat sink is a separate p/n; the controller is bolted to it with M4x18 machine screws and spring washers. As to the...
  • Re: Replacing FI with Carbs on WBX 2.1L
    Historical mailing list - Chris S
    Mon, 9 Mar 2009 19:03:31 -0400
    ...So now, you're >>looking at poor spark control as well as degraded fuel delivery >>control. Additionally, when talking about carbs, Bernoulli is the...
  • Re: Help: Vanagon Cruise Control
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 10 Jun 1996 19:35:14 -0400
    ...com (Bo Kersey) writes: >I am trying to install a cruise control (from Sun Distributing) on my '89 >Westy and I cannot find a...