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• Re: Windshield Wiper Question
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 10 May 2000 10:18:36 -0400
  ...Do I just go You have to remove the external bolt, lift the arm off the drive shaft, then put it back down where...
• Re: 1982 Diesel Westfalia Wiper Mount (Passenger)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:15:29 -0500
  ...At any rate, I did not succeed, and had to replace the shaft with transmission. It really does require removing the dash. I did...
• Re: trip report quite long
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 13 Aug 2012 17:38:10 -0500
  ...I'll > > see what I can do now that we are home. > > > > Just ordered wiper shaft assembly from Van Cafe, price $33, new, from...
• Re: 1982 Diesel Westfalia Wiper Mount (Passenger)
  Historical mailing list - Dana Mueller
  Tue, 2 Oct 2012 09:30:36 -0700
  ...1982 Diesel Westfalia Wiper Mount (Passenger) > > I got mine for my '91 camper from Van Cafe. BTW, you must remove the > dash to replace...
• Re: Door Lock in handle Q?
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Wed, 12 Jan 2005 09:35:31 -0500
  ...thanks Jonce >On the front door handles, there is a small drift pin that holds the "Fork" >to the square shaft. If you hold...
• Re: My Ignition switch replacement experience
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 20:49:01 -0800
  ...stem assembly > 6) Remove stem (wiper, turn signal switches) assembly > 7) With pliers, remove the plastic collar around shaft > 8) Remove all 3 (or...
• Re: How many volts can ECU handle?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:25:57 -0500
  ...Although I rebuilt the wiper linkages/shafts not long before swapping engines, (Jetta 2.0) and it may be that they are simply working...
• Re: AFM track cleaning wisdom
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:35:47 -0700
  ...I don't think it makes much difference, but I think it's preferable > to move the plate toward the wiper shaft. > > Yours, > David
• Re: Re[2] Steven's wiper arms
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Fri, 13 Jan 95 7:08:02 PST
  ...I'm not saying that the arm(s) will fit > interchangeably on the shaft, but if they do, it might be worth a shot...
• Definitely a SYNCRO Westfalia, Pop-top Camper, 1989, for sale. (how's that!)
  Historical mailing list - Arthur Neumann
  Fri, 2 Apr 1999 21:22:10 -0800
  ...poptop canvas in excellent condition; new windshield wiper Bosch blades; new rear windshield wiper motor system; Nice new VW ignition coli installed within the...
• FS:'87 Syncro GL-Utah
  Historical mailing list - Larry Hamm
  Thu, 19 Aug 1999 09:20:01 -0600
  ...It has diff lock, electric windows, rear wiper, fold out rear bed, all working. Also has power locks and mirrors, needing help, and A...
• Re: Attn: Electrical Gurus! (I searched archives)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sun, 1 Apr 2007 15:56:38 -0700
  ...Picked up new wiper shaft > assembly, but am still waiting on bushings for brake pedal. > >................
• Re: trip advice, day1 report
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 2 Jan 2005 23:26:53 -0700
  ...used about a 1/4 of a > quart > of oil today. > > only complication was the wiper fluid shafts needing to be re-aimed to...
• Re: trip report quite long (and dash removal)
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 13 Aug 2012 19:57:34 -0700
  ...I'd say, if you've got a spare day, do it yourself.� (Have never worked on the windshield wiper linkage and shaft....somebody...
• Re: Electrical issues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 8 Jan 2016 09:01:05 -0800
  Another option is to remove the steering shaft cover and unplug the connector to the switch when you are not using the van. Stuart...
• Windshield? Leaking
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Sat, 14 Mar 1998 12:41:22 -0500
  ...antenna with a new one sealed with silicone, removed both wiper arm shafts and sealed those. I've even removed and sealed the "Wolfsburg...
• '85 GTI parts giveaway prices, in WV
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Mon, 22 Sep 1997 20:17:04 +0000
  ...any part except axle shafts $40 each. That does not constitute a lot of stuff left but things like, wiper motors, radiator, rear axle...
• Easier way to fix worn tracks in AFM - Method 2
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Sun, 16 Jun 2002 23:29:20 -0500
  ...This allows the circuit board to be repositioned slightly when put back in - thus allowing the wiper to sit on fresh resistive surface. Today...
• WAS: Oil Leak Contest
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 29 Feb 2008 10:07:21 -0600
  ...Oil is clear and running slowly along wiper res lines and outrigger. -- Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo' Reply Forward uncajoelonly thing up...
• Re: Electrical issues
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Fri, 8 Jan 2016 09:03:00 -0800
  ...Mark Stuart MacMillan wrote: > Another option is to remove the steering shaft cover and unplug the > connector to the switch when you are not...
• Syncro U-Joints
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Sat, 28 Mar 1998 18:46:42 -0800
  ...I pulled into one of his well appointed garages...he wheeled under the van. ...checked everything over...the drive shaft seemed like something was...
• Re: Update on AFM testing procedure
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 12:09:54 -0400
  ...The wiper was designed to run dry (I believe. I don't think there's lubrication embedded in the track other than it being...
• Windshield leak(?) fixed
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Thu, 23 May 2002 07:31:34 -0400
  ...I had done the usual- slicone seal the windshield, the wiper shafts, and the antenna base. None worked. Finally 2 weeks ago I removed...
• Re: 1982 Diesel Vanagon: Heater Core / Fan
  Historical mailing list - Frank Lee
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 16:25:41 -0400
  ...Same 82 Diesel Camper (is yours yellow?) Heater controls Heat core Wiper shafts Speaker wire? Ground star? Gages? What is the definitive complete list...
• Re: Update on AFM testing procedure
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 13:22:51 -0400
  ...The wiper was > designed to run dry (I believe. I don't think there's lubrication embedded > in the track other than it being...
• How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 05:36:50 -0800
  ...assembly > 6) Remove stem (wiper, turn signal sw,itches) assembly > 7) With pliers, remove the plastic collar around shaft > 8) Remove all 3 (or...
• Re: How many volts can ECU handle?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:50:46 -0800
  ...How many volts can ECU handle? > > Hi all. > > Although I rebuilt the wiper linkages/shafts not long before swapping > engines, (Jetta 2.0) and...
• Re: Steering Wheel Rasp grinding noise while turning
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 11 Nov 2006 23:45:39 EST
  ...shaft. Sounds like the bearings need grease or the seal has > ruptured. How does one get the steering wheell off to check? > > your wiper...
• Re: Easier way to fix worn tracks in AFM - Method 2
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 17 Jun 2002 00:07:32 -0700
  ...to be repositioned slightly when put back in - thus allowing the wiper to sit on fresh resistive surface. > >Today, I thought of a much...
• Re: Replacement Wiper Arms?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 5 Feb 2009 20:33:12 -0500
  ...Clean the shaft splines out with a pin, thoroughly. Put the arm on in correct position, tighten the nut through firm resistance until it...
• Re: Horn problem ( updated request for a vanagon tire jack)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 15 Jul 2015 09:32:37 -0400
  ...I noticed the the directional, high and low >beam electrics along with the wiper control was on the shaft and is >set on a...
• Re: Re-introduction & Dash Removal Question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 25 Feb 2014 12:28:49 -0800
  ...about this, POR-15?) Tighten 12v outlet (mine is loose) Check wiper shafts Washer jet tubes Lube brake pedal & control cables Check ground star...
• Re: Wiper Arm Knurling - How does it work?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:20:23 -0500
  ...shaft and >>>> then tighten the arm back on so the splines could bite fresh. >>>> >>>> I once tightened too much and snapped a shaft. I...
• Re: windshield wiper repair
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 18 Aug 2012 18:35:14 -0500
  ...The stud (which was cut down actually into the conical shaft > >in order to get a flat surface to work with) showed no tendency...
• Re: horn beeps when i turn the steering wheel???
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 11 May 2005 20:33:35 -0500
  ...My wipers would make one swipe quite often on right hand turns .............. lets see you beat that. Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics 214-352-4931...
• Re: Automatric neutral safety / backup lights switch -- '84 Vanagon with sutomatic transmission
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 31 Jul 2016 12:43:06 -0400
  ...The contacts in the block get loose in hosing and that wiper on shaft gets pitted and wears or burns away. Both should get...
• Re: AFM adjustment; clockwise or anticlockwise?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 16 Jun 2012 22:59:10 -0400
  ...The three basic adjustments are wiper position on the shaft, idle plug position, and spring tension. They interact a lot as I recall. But...
• Re: Re-introduction & Dash Removal Question
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 23 Feb 2014 16:10:34 -0800
  ...Windshield wiper shafts ok? Clean up any messy wiring. (from dreaded previous owner) Check if cigarette lighter outlet loose. If you see evidence of...
• Re: Easier way to fix worn tracks in AFM - Method 2
  Historical mailing list - JM/CO
  Mon, 17 Jun 2002 12:11:57 -0400
  ...This allows the circuit board to be repositioned slightly when put back in - thus allowing the wiper to sit on fresh resistive surface. Today...
• Re: Leaking...
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Thu, 20 Sep 2001 18:03:53 -0400
  ...removed the wiper shafts, cleaned and sealed those, still leaked. Back to the windshield. This time I used a pointed wooden dowel to pull...
• Re: Roadside Troubles while on Vacationing
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Fri, 5 Jan 2007 13:53:54 -0800
  ...Fixed! Cost: $68 Drive shaft vibration. Replaced with new slip-yoke shaft. Cost: $495 Looking forward (sort of) to the next Vanagon adventure! I...
• Re: Windshield wiper arms
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 9 Jun 2026 11:20:25 +0000
  ...How do i keep the wiper arms from slipping around the drive shafts?  Even tightening the nut doesn’t help.  Yesterday wipers were running...
• Re: How do we remove ignition key assembly..?
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:13:04 -0500
  ...assembly > > 6) Remove stem (wiper, turn signal sw,itches) > assembly > > 7) With pliers, remove the plastic collar around > shaft > > 8) Remove all 3 (or...
• Windshield wiper arms
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Thu, 28 May 2026 21:12:37 -0400
  How do i keep the wiper arms from slipping around the drive shafts? Even tightening the nut doesn’t help. Yesterday wipers were running...
• Re: Strange electrical problem: Headlights don't work (among other things)
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Tue, 24 Oct 2006 17:30:33 -0700
  ...I went out, and pulled the steering shaft cover off. I then proceeded to wiggle the connector on the ignition switch. Lo and behold...
• Re: windshield wiper repair
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 19:03:43 -0400
  At 04:18 PM 8/17/2012, Dave Mcneely wrote: >Well, I worked on the "simple" fix for the broken windshield wiper >shaft stud...
• Re: Windshield leak(?) fixed
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Thu, 23 May 2002 10:45:24 -0400
  ...I had done the usual- slicone seal the >windshield, the wiper shafts, and the antenna base. None worked. Finally >2 weeks ago I removed...
• Re: PREPING FOR PAINT JOB ON 87 WESTY part 2
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 9 Mar 2015 13:29:15 -0700
  ...At a minimum remove the wiper shaft cover nuts as well so you can get a proper mask. You can turn a mediocre paint...
• Re: Horn problem ( updated request for a vanagon tire jack)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Wed, 15 Jul 2015 09:39:07 -0400
  ...I noticed the the directional, high and low beam electrics along with the wiper control was on the shaft and is set on a...
• Re: Heater fan CHIRP!
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 9 Apr 2013 08:42:54 -0700
  ...Then, you drill a small hole thru the plastic fan near the shaft, and drip or spray lubricant there where the shaft is. Remember...
• Re: Hesitatation - GOOD NEWS !
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 22 Feb 2000 15:32:38 EST
  ...This cleaned up all the built up carbon in there and the shaft moved smoothly afterwards. I noticed no slop in the shaft as...
• Re: windshield wiper repair
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 19:40:24 -0700
  ...Well, I worked on the "simple" fix for the broken windshield wiper >> shaft stud. Despite punching a good, centered dimple on the tip of...
• Re: Electrical issues
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Fri, 8 Jan 2016 15:17:25 -0800
  ...If it does, install the > switch when convenient to do so. > > Mark > > Stuart MacMillan wrote: >> Another option is to remove the steering shaft cover...
• Re: windshield wiper repair
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:38:09 -0400
  ...It did > not bottom on the threads, shimming with a washer was required to > get the bolt to tighten on the wiper arm axle...
• Re: How do you get to the passenger side wiper shaft?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 17 May 2009 13:03:31 -0700
  Well, if the dash does have to come off, it's really not that big of deal. After you've done it once, you...
• Re: rear hatch panel clip removal on 90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 2 Oct 2005 12:45:31 -0500
  ...They had maybe 1/2" heads on them and multiple teeth >>around the shaft. I think they were 3/8" but I might be...
• Re: Attn: Electrical Gurus! (I searched archives)
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 1 Apr 2007 18:19:56 -0700
  ...Picked up new wiper shaft > assembly, but am still waiting on bushings for brake pedal. > > ................
• FS: Lots-Of-Parts II
  Historical mailing list - Benjita
  Tue, 10 Mar 1998 23:17:31 EST
  ...Black 100 $50.00 1 Front Wiper Motor 60 $35.00 1 Rear Wiper Motor Entire Rear Wiper Package 100 $75.00 1 Vented...
• Re: Easier way to fix worn tracks in AFM - Method 2
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Mon, 17 Jun 2002 06:24:02 -0500
  ...to be repositioned slightly when put back in - thus allowing the wiper to sit on fresh resistive surface. > > > >Today, I thought of a much...
• Re: Roadside Troubles while on Vacationing
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 6 Jan 2007 06:53:44 -0800
  ...Fixed! Cost: $68 > > Drive shaft vibration. Replaced with new slip-yoke > shaft. Cost: $495 > > Looking forward (sort of) to the next Vanagon > adventure! I...