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• Fw: Re: Reverse Gear in Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Larry Sanford
  Sat, 14 Mar 1998 12:45:41 -0800
  ...I >think the light indicates that the locking diff has locked or unlocked, >not that the knob has been pulled or pushed. The locking...
• Re: Hatch struts
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Apr 1994 09:16:42 -0600 (CDT)
  ...jgladu@bcm.tmc.edu (John Gladu) ] ] ]I got the locking-side model at Apec, here in Houston. I just called him ]about this - he...
• Door lock actuator question
  Historical mailing list - Felder
  Wed, 12 Nov 2003 09:29:15 -0800
  Are the door lock actuators for late model vanagon central locking systems the same, or unique to passenger/driver sides? Thanks, Jim
• Re: Binding when turning
  Historical mailing list - David Bayer
  Fri, 3 Oct 1997 14:45:25 -0700
  ...Would it be possible to replace the VC with a solid link? I believe Tim Smith replicated the locking mechanism for the center driveshaft...
• Re: Vanagon Camper now at $26,600.00 On E-bay
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Wed, 18 Jun 2003 11:38:27 -0700
  ...tim in san jose > >Ah yes but Mike, does yours have a "locking differential"? Am I missinig >something here, why would a non syncro...
• Re: can anyone with european ETKA look up a part for me??
  Historical mailing list - Jim Thompson
  Tue, 22 Feb 2005 10:55:28 -0800
  ...245 827 503 A, Engine Lid Latch, Locking Jim Thompson 84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt" oldvolkshome@gmail.com jim@karmannghia.com http://www...
• CENTral locking funny ...
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Wed, 13 Sep 2006 14:32:20 -0700
  I was working on the central locking system. Well, it worked and now it does not. But it does what it did not do...
• Re: Non-locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 19 Feb 2011 18:30:33 -0600
  ...which the perpetrators were proving that they would commit a crime. Locking gas cap is just a simple, wise, protection against such. mcneely ---- Mike...
• Re: %^#%^* power mirror removal!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Mon, 24 May 2010 20:31:41 -0400
  ...When you are looking at the reflective side of the mirror, the tabs turn the locking ring counterclockwise to unlatch and remove the glass...
• Question about Central Locking System
  Historical mailing list - Peter Lapp
  Sun, 1 May 2011 14:22:26 -0500
  Hey all, I've got central locking in my van, but have never actually used it (doesn't work). I've never though to...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:20:26 -0400
  ...Last week I scored a non locking cap from an '81 at Pull-A-Part and that's the one I'll be using...
• '82 sliding door lock is loose
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Thu, 11 May 2006 16:50:14 -0400
  ...By loose I mean that you feel almost no resistance when locking or unlocking it with the key and the little black knob on...
• Defiant power door locks
  Historical mailing list - Penberthy, Thomas
  Sat, 14 Aug 1999 12:31:49 -0700
  ...either locking via pushing the lock knob or the key from the passenger side works as expected. 4. the sliding door and the rear...
• Re: Sliding side window removal
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 10 May 2001 23:34:02 -0700
  ...My friend, who is working > where the windows get tinted told me to remove this sliding side window, or > at least the locking device...
• Re: Instrument cluster.
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 2 Dec 2004 21:51:21 -0500
  ...1986 Vanagon GL - Central Locking > > >>Well, the VIN is Higher, so I will check #3. Replacing the other higher >>fuse brought the AC back...
• Re: 2wd locking diff - followship question
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 07:50:24 -0800
  It is a mechanical system, using vacuum pressure to move the locking parts in and out. No electricals are needed to operate the lock...
• Re: Locking lug nut/high lift jack
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Thu, 26 Nov 2015 00:35:04 -0800
  I have some locking lugnuts or bolts, if that's all you're after. $10 for a set of four. I can bring them...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 05:07:39 +0000
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• locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - David Klein
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:19:25 -0700
  My 87 Westy 2WD had same key for ignition and gas cap. It was a canadian model. Not sure if there is key difference...
• Remote control door unlocking?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Tue, 27 Jan 2004 12:28:58 -0800
  For an '87 Vanagaon (non-westy) Van has central locking. Anyone have suggestions for wireless keychain remote add-on (with or without alarm system)?
• Re: Rear Hatch Power Lock
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 29 Sep 2004 15:48:11 -0500
  ...go to a central locking point and unlock everything. Wait a few seconds. Now lock everything. Now go back and manually lock the back...
• Re: Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - Erik Lundberg
  Fri, 29 Jun 2007 09:55:07 -0700
  ...For any of you with a Yakima rack with locks, the Yakima keys are a perfect fit for the locking caps. Just take apart...
• Re: Flywheel Locking tool
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Nov 1995 01:31:59 -0600
  ...Anybody know where I might be able to get a locking > tool - - or am I going to have to fabricate one. > > please reply via...
• Re: Need front door lock plastic sleeve
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Mon, 9 Jan 2017 13:24:56 -0800
  ...broken plastic sleeve that connects the push/pull door locking knob/rod to the locking mechanism inside the door. VW part # 251837080 > ECS tuning...
• Re: Removing front passenger seat
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 14 Oct 2016 17:42:44 -0700
  You have to hold the locking tab up while you push the seat forward while also lifting the adjustment lever. It's a cluster...
• Re: rear hatch lock problem-more info
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Thu, 6 Aug 2009 09:43:21 -0400
  ...The rear hatch central locking mechanism locks/unlocks with signals from the front door units. And you tried the hatch with central locking manual...
• WANTED: 5.43:1 locking front differential for Syncro
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Tue, 25 May 2004 21:43:26 -0700
  ...I am looking for a 5.43:1 locking front differential for my Single Cab Syncro project. If you have one, or know where...
• Re: 82 Diesel Timing Belt
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Tue, 28 Jan 2014 12:11:06 -0600
  ...Further > proof you are at TDC is that the two cam lobes nearest you are pointing up, > and further still that the cam locking...
• Re: Locking differential
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 16:53:46 -0800
  ...Not being familiar with Syncros, what does the "locker" do? Lock the VC? The 4x4 drive truck I had years ago with locking front...
• Re: Peloquin experience?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Fri, 16 Nov 2007 10:40:59 -0500
  ...On Nov 16, 2007, at 10:17 AM, Lee Peterson wrote: > Daryl, > > Do you think that the Peloquin locking LSD would be a good...
• Re: eurovan recall
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 Sep 1994 14:46:45 -0500 (CDT)
  ...The steering column assembly includes a > universal joint that is attached to the steering shaft and secured by > locking bolts. The upper locking bolt...
• for sale: carat interior, westy interior, poptop section, central locking system
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 Jul 2002 03:53:44 EDT
  ...central locking system for vanagon. includes all actuators, wiring, relays, brackets, etc. tan westy weekender interior, full length rear sofabed, tan sidepanels w/ cupholders...
• Locking rear differential
  Historical mailing list - Steve Smith
  Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:58:53 +0000
  ...Does anyone have experience with a locking rear differential? I'm considering having this done when I rebuild the tranny on my 89westy. I...
• fuel cap
  Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
  Sat, 10 Jul 2004 16:44:53 -0600
  I had to mangle my locking fuel cap to refill (long story). Anyone have a cap and key they would like to sell? Thanks...
• Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - Janet Sanford
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 18:58:12 -0400
  Are all the gas caps the same and open with any Vanagon key? I left my gas cap at the gas station and it...
• Re: Door handles
  Historical mailing list - William Warburton
  Fri, 1 Jul 94 15:34:05 GMT
  ...If anyone has a sliding door with the locking cylinder seperate from the handle but which still has two locking mechanisms, then I'm...
• Re: WTB: Synchro Locking Differential Switch
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 22:47:07 -0500
  ...GL (non-synchro) I am going to try to > install a locking rear differential. The guys at German Transaxle in Bend, > Oregon say they...
• Re: Autopage (?) - remote keyless
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Fri, 14 Jul 2006 14:37:48 -0700
  ...http://www.spal-usa.com/ That's what I'll need to do when I install remote locking in my other Mercedes, which uses...
• Re: What other gas caps will fot my '82 diesel?
  Historical mailing list - Beth & Jere Hawn
  Tue, 26 Dec 2000 21:40:13 -0800
  ...Reassemble and you have a locking gas cap again. Granted not all the pins are engaged but it'll keep the rift-raft out...
• Re: Reverse Gear in Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Philippe Oudot
  Fri, 13 Mar 1998 16:15:45 +0100
  ...I >think the light indicates that the locking diff has locked or unlocked, >not that the knob has been pulled or pushed. The locking...
• Mercedes Spindle Locking Nut
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 26 Jun 2021 22:39:01 -0500
  Folks, my apologies. Apparently I asked this question around June 19. Got lots of good responses but somehow I missed it. But my question...
• Re: A Snow Story (Whoa-vanagon!!!) and Lessons Learned
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 10 Jan 2002 11:19:02 -0800
  Yeah, what Terry said. Locking up the rear wheels will make it spin faster than you can even think, "Ohmigod..." BTDT. Jim
• FS: 1987 VW Vanagon Syncro $3000 OBO
  Historical mailing list - Michael Blackburn
  Thu, 29 Jun 2006 21:53:12 -0400
  177,331 mi, locking rear diff, located near Morgantown, WV More info and pictures @ http://users.westco.net/blackburn/SyncroAd/ Thanks for looking, Mike
• Re: how to make your locking gas cap accept the same key as your doors/ignition
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:41:53 -0500
  Don't forget that NOW the cap can be opened with a screwdriver as well!
• Re: Disc Brakes - 1988 GL
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 4 Dec 2015 17:42:59 -0500
  ...I don’t know anyone the routinely replaces them and they do have any type of locking element on them except the flange under...
• vacumm ?? on 89 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Chip Turpin
  Fri, 14 May 2004 12:21:57 -0400
  ...I'm getting vacumm at the locking diff but it is minimal. The vacumm at the intake on engine is much stronger. Should the...
• Power Locks
  Historical mailing list - Sam Scott
  Mon, 29 Sep 1997 09:36:56 -0400
  ...The power locking feature of my '91 Carat seems to be getting a little sluggish in the sliding door only. Mechanically, the door seems...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09:45:27 -0500
  ---- Steve Sandlin <vwcarlocks@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > BenT and others have mentioned me for the locking gas cap. I don't stock caps, and generally...
• Re: Question about Central Locking System
  Historical mailing list - Peter Lapp
  Mon, 2 May 2011 00:23:48 -0500
  ...Question about Central Locking System > > Hey all, > > I've got central locking in my van, but have never actually used it > (doesn't > work...
• Power Door Locks - Continuous Cycling
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Sat, 28 Mar 1998 01:37:19 -0600
  My 87 Wolfsburg has a locking (non-locking?) problem. When the driver's side power door lock is engaged (*) (either by key or button...
• RE Radio removal..
  Historical mailing list - Richard O'Halloran
  Sun, 18 Oct 1998 17:02:44 -0700
  ...There are little locking tabs that hold the radio in. Push a little past the resistance to release these locking tabs. Then squeeze the...
• Re: Comparative tranny opinions
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 21 Aug 2004 08:11:30 -0700
  ...How costly an upgrade is this? Can the locking diff be added to a stock 4 speed 2WD tranny?-- Shawn Wright http://Zuiko.sls...
• Re: Fw: D6 locking compound
  Historical mailing list - Scott De Santi
  Thu, 25 May 2000 00:31:42 EDT
  Gosh, I thought it was a polyester resin compound which cured in the absence of air. Scott De Santi 86 Vanagon 2WD (The Wobbly...
• Re: [Re: HELP! Need a gas cap.]
  Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
  Tue, 6 Mar 2001 17:38:23 -1000
  My van has a locking cap that using the ignition key... key stays in the cap when removed. Hard to drive away without the...
• Re: Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 21:37:25 -0600
  ...pacheco <mundopacheco@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > >> Recently, there was a discussion on locking gas caps that, with the >> help of a locksmith, would work with...
• Re: nuts in steering linkage and rack
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:54:07 -0500
  ...Exposure to high temps (usually engine or brake use) will melt the nylon and render the locking feature useless. All-steel locking nuts are...
• Re: Problem with cental locking system
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 2 Sep 2008 18:09:07 +0000
  ...The way to figure out which lock is the problem is to look behind the fusebox for the connectors for the central locking system...
• Locking differential..?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 8 Mar 2009 11:53:29 -0700
  Hi all I've heard vague rumblings of available locking differential kits for the 2wd Vanagons. I've googled it and I only come...
• Re: Syncro without AC without diff lock @ $11K
  Historical mailing list - John Mates
  Wed, 27 May 1998 09:17:06 -0700
  ...I have been wondering whether I can easily substitute the locking diff in the 7 passenger van for the non locking one in the...
• Re: Window locking strip trim
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:42:13 -0400
  ...Stephen Mobile > On Mar 30, 2022, at 9:05 AM, Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote: > > Hi Vanagon folks, > > Can the locking strip around...