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• Re: Light switches
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 17 Nov 1999 01:08:20 +0100
  Typical tell tales when the X connection in the ignition switch dies: #The lights go out, both low and high, but not the high...
• Re: Ghost lights
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 30 Apr 2003 21:52:55 -0400
  ...If it's not at the alternator connection, then it's probably at the other end (dash panel). Or ... the alternator brushes are due...
• power steering leak '91 VW Vanagon GL Campmobile, 2.1 waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:31:18 -0600
  Power steering fluid is leaking from the reservoir, the hose connections, or the hoses themselves. It appears most likely to be the connections of...
• Up the A pillar?
  Historical mailing list - Mark L. Hineline
  Wed, 2 Feb 2011 02:40:09 -0800
  As I slowly work through the wiring and connections on my bus (1982, born diesel Westy, now AFC), it's two steps forward and...
• Re: Correct use of Dielectric grease?
  Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
  Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:53:10 -0700
  We used gobs of the dielectric grease on the Coast Guard cutters..Every connection..even interior ones.. got a smear as the salt air...
• Right On Steve! (grounds, vanagon syndrome, etc.)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Thu, 10 Apr 2003 11:12:23 -0400
  Grounds and clean connections are the key. I have added extra body to engine ground wires, as well as wires from the alternator and...
• Re: Both temp light and gauge not working
  Historical mailing list - Laura Mangan
  Sun, 26 Mar 2017 10:25:03 -0400
  ...A wee wiggle of the connection usually fixes it. (It's on my to-do list of proper fixes) good luck!! Laura On Mar...
• Re: '84 compressor into an '86?
  Historical mailing list - Tony Moore
  Wed, 5 Mar 1997 15:46:02 -0500
  ...Wednesday, March 05, 1997 12:25 PM > > it'll "work", but it's likely that the connections are NOT in the proper > place for...
• Re: Headlights, Fans and the Wiper/Headlight Stalk Control
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Thu, 6 Apr 2000 01:33:10 +0200
  ...They wouldn't run either, so I got to wondering if there > was a connection with the stalk. There sure is a connection here...
• '91 Westy coolant leak
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 16 Feb 2002 12:52:07 -0700
  ...All other connections above are firm so I don't think source is just loose coolant hose connections. Thanks, Bob Stevens '91 Westy......in...
• Re: ISV questions, help needed
  Historical mailing list - George Becker
  Thu, 7 Nov 2002 05:33:36 -0800
  ...Mechanic told me that it turned out to be a bad connection on one of the small wires near the distributor(to the distributor...
• Re: FW: Cell Phone and the Internet
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Tue, 3 May 2005 15:56:19 -0500
  ...this might be our only internet connection. In those cases ... the more the better. larry chase roadhaus.com - - - Date: Mon, 2 May 2005 22...
• plumbing
  Historical mailing list - Nathaniel Poole
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 10:02:47 -0800
  ...What I want to know is how the lines are connected, especially the city water connection. I can see how the pump connects to...
• Re: coolant leak oil cooler to water pump
  Historical mailing list - Reinhard Vehring
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:10:08 -0700
  ...I also like to use Loctight Grey > RTV sealant on the hose > to aluminum nipple connections and hose to metal > nipple connections which may...
• Re: Why Do Late model Vanagon Engines Catch on Fire?
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 17 Dec 2003 13:37:51 EST
  ...Check for a leaky connection. While I have never seen a Vanagon fuel line become embrittled or split, I have seen them take a...
• Re: [NVC] Wireless Internet Advise Needed
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Thu, 7 Aug 2008 09:14:16 -0700
  I would say to anyone using wireless connections, becareful! ( if ) its not really protected, some people can take advantage of machine on the network...
• Re: City Water Connection Leak
  Historical mailing list - Roy O.
  Wed, 11 Aug 1999 22:31:48 -0500
  ...I checked the ball valve in the city water connection. It's not binding or stuck open. Maybe the spring has lost it's...
• Re: The nature of dielectric grease;
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sat, 27 Aug 2005 15:33:17 -0600
  ...barrier outside of a connection that in itself would > not conduct the juice in that connection to something else. > > I suppose I could be...
• RE: Start/No Start 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 23 Apr 1997 10:30:25 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Seems at some point in its previous history it may have overheated, and whether it did or not, the electrical connections to the ignition...
• Re: Need quick answer... how many connections to 2.1 alternator?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 12:14:15 -0800
  ...how many connections to 2.1 alternator? To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > I just put a reman alternator on my 2.1. It isn...
• How to hook Subie engine/computer to tach in VW instrument cluster
  Historical mailing list - John H. Lauterbach
  Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:00:38 -0500
  ...I posted some picture of the Subie computer on the SubieVanagon list, and the folks there identified the connections for me. None were for...
• Re: Notes on traveling, internet access and rv parks
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:55:41 -0700
  ...But the mapping programs in the cell phones depend on an Internet connection for the map data. Therefore a cell phone based GPS navigation...
• Where you're from
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cain
  Wed, 29 Sep 1999 20:31:10 -0400
  ...Also have connections in: Geneva, NY, The Finger Lakes Tavernier, FL, the Florida Keys New Braunfels, TX, the Hill Country Want connections in: Well...
• Re: Internet On The Roa
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Tue, 3 Jan 2012 23:14:09 -0800
  Loren, Do you get dinged for a data charge or is the connection just a 3G/4G connection? Jeff in Marin On Jan 3...
• Re: Online in the van?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 20:22:14 -0500
  ...It's slow (usually 4800 bps) but it works wherever I can get an analog connection. There are phones that take a direct serial...
• Re: Vanagon Starter relay kit
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Wed, 9 Dec 2015 11:13:45 -0800
  ...But I still relied on a plain Jane spade connection to the solenoid. >> >> I'm wondering if I should solder the spade connection on...
• Re: another spade terminal question - syncro temp gauge sender
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Sun, 10 Feb 2013 09:54:09 -0800
  ...what about a neoprene (?) boot over the connection ? as with the fuel pump and starter motor connectors. splash guard and a little wire/crimp...
• Fix for loose battery terminals
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Hutton
  Sun, 4 Dec 1994 18:29:30 -0700 (MST)
  Hello, My starting problems with my vanagon this time owe to a loose battery terminal connection. I could not get it tight enough, however...
• Carat Found! Need body panel.
  Historical mailing list - Jim Huskins
  Wed, 21 May 2003 07:32:19 -0400
  ...for viruses by Declude Virus and Nmax "Your MAXimum Connection!"] [This E-mail scanned for spam by Declude JunkMail and Nmax "Your MAXimum Connection!"]
• Re: Owsley died
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Sat, 19 Mar 2011 17:12:16 -0700
  ...the >> connection is tenuous at best. Ben's right in that the only real >> connection is Dead stickers.) >> >> Jim >> >> >>
• Diesel Coolant Hoses
  Historical mailing list - Robert Dalton
  Fri, 12 Oct 2001 14:39:08 -0700
  ...The PO took the heater hose and stretched it to fit the head connection, and it looks like it might be getting ready to...
• Re: Crimp vs splice
  Historical mailing list - Tim
  Tue, 11 Dec 2001 00:00:20 -0800
  ...He told me that crimp connections are better and do fine as long > as you use that shrink tube stuff on it to keep...
• Re: Fifth connection on relay
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:37:24 -0800
  ...The relay shown in Bentley shows a hard wired connection between the two 87 pins. Neil. On 2/18/14, OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net...
• Re: Van won't start with strong gas smell...
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 5 Dec 2005 16:39:10 -0500
  I think there have been reports recently on the list,of fuel lines shrinking up from cold weather.Perhaps a connection is loose and...
• VW reman engine!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 26 Jan 2007 19:23:31 -0500
  ...The hose connection on top is a slightly different design. In stead of being part of the casting, it is a machined sleeve pressed...
• Re: Carver P4 installation Question
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Fri, 4 Dec 1998 03:06:41 EST
  ...a top side and bottom side? The > drawings show the electrical connections and green LEDs along the > bottom edge, but can the unit be...
• Audi Fog Light Switch
  Historical mailing list - David Hines
  Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:46:28 -0700
  ...The connections on this switch are 31, 75h, 58a, 86N, & 55S. Can someone help me convert the connections? Im pretty sure the 31 is...
• Re: engine bucking and bogging - simple answer
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 15 Jul 2013 18:02:14 -0700
  ...But I will check the connection and wires. thanks alistair On 2013-07-15, at 5:49 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > Check the wiring...
• Re: AC and rad fan connection
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:33:17 -0700
  ...Now, looking at Bentley 97.141, > I see a connection from the AC clutch relay to the third > stage relay for the radiator fan...
• Re: Hard plastic fuel line between fuel pump and firewall connector
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 18 Dec 2010 13:56:10 -0500
  ...Strongly suggest you remove firewall connection and run engine line direct to plastic in the same way that the return line is set up...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 23 Feb 2001 to 24 Feb 2001 - Special issue(#2001-262)
  Historical mailing list - Radish150
  Sat, 24 Feb 2001 11:05:18 -0800
  ...waited a = few seconds, tried again, Click, nothing, a Dude, check and clean all your battery connections and GROUNDS. I have not gotten into...
• Re: fuel pressure test connection size?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Tue, 6 Feb 2001 12:26:27 EST
  ...Can anyone tell me what is the size thread is the connection on the fuel pressure test T? >> It is 4mmX0.7 but, that...
• Re: Overhead Westy light
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 28 Jun 2006 18:53:55 -0700
  ...The house battery is > connected to main battery by realy when ign on (as is the standard > practice) and the connection line is fused...
• Re: Dumb Buzzer Question
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Mon, 8 Nov 2010 13:53:00 +0000
  ...Only one connection matched up to a wire in the harness. Ever since then the key buzzer has not worked, so I am assuming...
• Water Leak From Sink
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 11 May 1997 18:58:20
  ...Also, the city water intake connection was broken. Well, when I turn on the tap to the sink, in addition to the dripping into...
• Re: Headlight switch failure (possible solution)
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 25 Feb 1999 06:09:09 PST
  ...The best preventative fix is to clean the spade lug connections and ensure they provide a good electrical connection. MM ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free...
• Re: Dielectric grease
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Thu, 6 Mar 2014 00:14:00 -0800
  ...I agree it gets used on electrical connections quite often but perhaps its best if smothered on after the connections are tightened. Steve
• Re: 88 Vanagon - oil pressure alarm
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 10 Jan 2008 21:22:00 -0800
  ...loose, dirty, weak or broken connection at the second oil pressure switch by water pump pulley, down low. 3. pressure switch has internal connection...
• Re: Horn installation
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:44:45 -0700
  ...They're loud! It seems like you're "getting something for nothing" by using the OE positive wire for both relay positive connections but...
• Re: Super fast idle
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 26 Mar 2003 22:37:46 -0600
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver BTDT KD wrote: >Hi, > >Check the Temp II wire connections for corrosion or breakage, especially >near the connector. (actually...
• Re: Trailer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Mon, 22 Jul 2013 11:18:40 -0800
  ...Not sure if it's better to splice in to an existing wire or if it's possible to solder on the connections on...
• Re: Radio problem
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 24 Sep 94 15:09:45 EDT
  Wes Neuenschwander writes: > > > > > > Check the antenna cable/antenna connection, or perhaps try replacing the > antenna and cable. This definitely sounds like a poor antenna...
• Repairing my strange electrical
  Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
  Sat, 13 Jun 2020 11:15:39 -0700
  ...is there any reason toe soldier the connection instead ? Use shrink tube on the 10 splices /.connections and place them in this tubbing from...
• Electrical question
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Sun, 11 Jun 2006 14:46:59 -0400
  ...They made poor connections) The bad is that the bad connection was up against NEW Aux. batt. It heated up and melted a small...
• Re: Turn signals Blinking Too fast???????
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 21:06:11 -0400
  ...Do make sure all connectors/connections are clean and bright. Just tight doesn't always do it. Mike John Bange wrote: >>It wouldn't...
• Re: Short Question-SOLVED
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 15 May 2010 10:49:29 -0400
  ...Dear Michael, Congratulations! The usual cause for a "false" fuse blow is poor connection at the fuse. With a high-current fuse like that...
• Re: '87 Syncro GL temp light
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 8 May 1996 01:24:33 -0400
  I would suspect that you have a poor connection at the temp sending unit. It is located on the themostat housing. Pull the connector...
• Re: idiot lights
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 29 Feb 2000 13:18:46 EST
  I would check all of the connections on the alternator and the battery to be sure you don't have a loose connection. The...
• Re: cigarette lighter behind drivers seat
  Historical mailing list - Kris Estes
  Tue, 5 Sep 2000 09:48:42 MST
  Hello all, Can anyone tell me how that power connection works behind the drivers seat. It looks like a standard cigarete lighter connection but...
• Re: trip report
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Thu, 28 May 2009 15:46:39 -0600
  ...bob > A thought toward the starter connection. > > If one had a magnetic shaving mirror, (a must have when camping?) > could it be attached anywhere...