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  • Re: I Love My New Cruise Control (Long)
    Historical mailing list - jon
    Wed, 7 Jun 2006 13:12:45 -0700
    Sooooo....anyone try one of these Audiovox cruise controls on a VW diesel Vanagon? It would seem it would work by using the pulse...
  • Re: Cruise (more) blues.
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 25 Sep 1995 14:53:07 -0400
    ...I've used their model where the controls are mounted in a little rectangular box - not the stalk mount controls. This box fits perfectly...
  • Re: AC Question
    Historical mailing list - David M
    Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:29:42 -0700
    ...That enables the front controls to still work. -David (1987 Wolfsburg)
  • Re: killer bee noise in my 84 wesy
    Historical mailing list - Emmett Bearden
    Mon, 15 Jun 1998 15:51:49 -0400
    Message text written by marcus >Maybe pressure regulator,sits on top of engine,has 4 ports and controls gas pressure.Mine went out but...
  • Re: A close call with propane....
    Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
    Fri, 14 Aug 1998 00:22:26 EDT
    ...Wouldn't stop the gas from getting turned on (unless you get the expensive kind that controls the gas valve), but at least the...
  • Re: heater controls
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Mon, 7 Jun 2004 17:30:44 -0700
    If you Google it, you'll find: http://www.gowesty.com/flow-thru_ventilation.html and maybe others. M --- Bike Florida <bikeflorida@EARTHLINK.NET...
  • Idle computer (?)
    Historical mailing list - Eric Olson
    Tue, 26 Apr 2005 21:19:54 -0600
    ...My mechanic told me the computer behind the licence plate that controls idle needs replacing - $500 - $700. What other options do I have for...
  • Manual doesn't match the car
    Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
    Fri, 5 Sep 2008 21:03:38 -0700
    The owners manual is showing me different controls for the air conditioner (which I had installed and charged today) and the cruise control. I...
  • Zemco cruise control
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 29 Sep 1995 12:09:26 -0400
    ...I've used their model where the controls are mounted in a little rectangular box - not the stalk mount controls. This box fits perfectly...
  • Re: Front Heater Motor
    Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
    Wed, 6 Dec 2000 13:07:48 -0600
    ...The heater/vent controls on my 85 Westy are totally inoperable. That is, the levers move, but nothing happens in the way of air...
  • Re: how to use heater controls on dash. '88 vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Sat, 15 Sep 2007 22:42:26 -0700
    ...how to use heater controls on dash. '88 vanagon I just bought an '88 vanagon and have spent the last couple days getting used...
  • Re: Why no reverse lights? Why is coolant light flashing? 85
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Wed, 24 Jul 2002 14:18:09 -0500
    ...The sensor in the tank > > controls the blinking light? The sensor in the radiator controls the temp > > gauge. Is this correct? The sensor in...
  • Re: maps vs GPS
    Historical mailing list - Matthew Snook
    Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:10:07 -0700
    So, when are they going to link the GPS navigation directly to our vehicle's drive and controls so that we no longer need...
  • Re: slight surge in idle speed
    Historical mailing list - David-M
    Thu, 19 Nov 1998 21:30:11 -0500
    Ted & Kathy wrote: > > its the computer chip that controls the idle speed......$350.00, had it done > about 6 months ago.........the idle raced...
  • heater controls on the dash panel-it broke
    Historical mailing list - gary
    Fri, 19 Mar 2004 18:23:34 -0500
    Time for a good "you fixed it with what?" solution Looks like the knob for the front heater's fan's speed control has...
  • Re: when is stopping/restarting better than idling?
    Historical mailing list - Ben T
    Sat, 16 Jun 2012 18:26:39 -0700
    ...Audi turbos also used water pumps and fan controls for after cooling. Vanagons with factory turbodiesels (OK technically not badged 'Vanagon') came with such...
  • Re: 87 westy vanagon owners manual
    Historical mailing list - John
    Mon, 31 Jul 2000 13:38:27 -0400
    ...How do you work the ac > and heat, I know the controls are in international > symbols, but I don't speak international. Blue wedge...
  • Source for two broken camper parts?
    Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
    Sun, 20 May 2012 12:36:03 -0700
    ...The shaft of one of my burner controls is broken off, and I can't find a source. I may be doomed to have...
  • Re: vanagon racing...drifting...friday
    Historical mailing list - levi hawkins
    Sat, 12 Dec 2009 16:31:16 -0800
    What's this, looks like he has dial controls for heat instead of levers? @ :42 --- On Fri, 12/11/09, JordanVw@AOL.COM <JordanVw...
  • Re: silver socket and collapsible spare tire
    Historical mailing list
    Sun, 8 Jan 1995 20:53:39 -0800
    ...I assume we're talking about the thing to the right of the steering column, inbetween it and the climate controls, right? /martha
  • Re: Dash control lights question
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 8 Jul 1999 17:10:32 -0400
    ...lighted >green ring around it, distinguishing it from all the other controls. They tried lighting it with its own filament, but gave it up...
  • Re: thermostat revelation
    Historical mailing list - Michael E. Pidcoe
    Sat, 10 Feb 2001 19:46:24 -0500
    ...It says "ROBERTSHAW CONTROLS" on it and 337/437 - 160. The needle moved from just below the light to just above. The diesel now...
  • Re: Mystery Missing Relay
    Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
    Fri, 23 May 2003 22:27:27 EDT
    ...I seems that the ECU sends out a signal to light the switch when something is not with the engine controls. Robert
  • Re: costco auxillary battery size (group# and/or costco number)?
    Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
    Wed, 3 Oct 2007 20:14:20 -0400
    ...it's true. :-) Dennis Haynes wrote: > Interstate batteries are also built by Johnson Controls. Slighlty different > case/model, but same battery as Wal-Mart.
  • Re: Source for dashboard lamps?
    Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
    Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:24:05 EDT
    ...Bulb socket, heater control, 321 919 039 Bulb, light switches, heater controls, auto trans shifter, 12v1.2w, N 017 751 2 >>>>>>I need replacement...
  • Re: dash lights (was: [WetWesties] pumped out -VOODOO)
    Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
    Thu, 9 Oct 2008 08:58:13 -0500
    When the bulb behind my heater controls burned out, I replaced it with a white LED. Had to experiment with the resistor value in...
  • Re: Fuse for Dash Lights.. Where?? '91 Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
    Sun, 30 Dec 2001 17:12:14 -0500
    ...Now my dash lights work but the light to the heater controls still doesn't. I've checked the bulb, its OK. Anyone know...
  • Re: Ventalation Controls (sp)
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 10 May 2002 18:12:25 -0400
    At 05:40 PM 5/10/2002, Mark Dorm wrote: >And what about those three icons above the front fan speed knob: defrost >okay...
  • NEEDED: 84 Wiper Switch
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Clark
    Tue, 4 Feb 2003 11:03:58 -0600
    ...I need brown if possible and controls for the rear wiper. Could someone help me out? It would be nice to drive after dark...
  • '84 Heater Control Lights
    Historical mailing list - Douglas L Urner
    Sun, 6 Jul 2003 12:21:40 -0700
    Imagine my surprise when I discovered that the heater controls are supposed to be lit! Do you replace the whole bulb and holder assembly...
  • Re: [Fwd: [Syncro] Westy/vanagon floorplans? + heater!!]
    Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
    Thu, 11 May 2000 14:21:13 EDT
    ...The Truma is even a bit smaller than the Carver, as they have outboarded some of their controls. The Truma can even be mounted...
  • More stuff I found.
    Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
    Sat, 24 Mar 2001 10:17:49 -0600
    ...Fuel Supply Fuel Injection, AFC System Exhaust System- Emission Controls Ignition System Manual Transmission-Controls,Assembly Special Tools New Vehicle Delivery Inspection Lubrication,.Emission...
  • Engine Disassembly, EGR, Air Pump
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 2 Nov 1994 11:04:34 -0500
    ...Is it possible to remove this and plug the hole? I expect that a motor tuned to run without the aforementioned pollution controls will...
  • Speed Control?
    Historical mailing list - Robie Pierce digest please
    Tue, 11 Jan 2000 09:48:22 -0500
    I am fitting out hand controls on 91 handicap equipped Wolfie. Need to relocate speed control activator switch onto hand control arm. Is factory...
  • Re: heater control lights
    Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
    Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:53:38 -0700
    ...VW is getting the controls worked out before they actually think about a heater.... Folks used to ask me when my '76 bus would...
  • Re: Friday free post, California beach fires to be taboo?
    Historical mailing list - Ben
    Fri, 31 May 2013 08:17:46 -0700
    ...This is a direct threat to bURNINGvAN, a cherished, almost > sacred tradition! > > What next? Smog controls on our vans? > > Mike from Cotati
  • fresh air on Vanagon
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 8 Jan 1996 09:00:42 -0800
    ...I _think_ I understand the heater controls, but maybe not. I just want to be able to block diesel fumes from entering the cabin...
  • Snaking a wire out through the dash???
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Sun, 9 May 1999 14:53:11 -0300
    I'm trying to install an indoor/outdoor thermometer near the heating controls of the van (out of direct sunlight). I need to snake...
  • F/S: 89 Carat with wheelchair lift
    Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
    Wed, 16 Feb 2000 20:58:30 EST
    ...C, PW, alloy whls. Ricon wheelchair lift, elec. door (int/ext. controls), elec. selfload seat, hand cont., chair tie-downs, garaged. Runs perf., new...
  • Re: Windshield wipers/heat controls '85
    Historical mailing list - kurt stoppkotte
    Tue, 19 Mar 2002 21:29:06 -0500
    tracy, i had the same problem with my 85 last month and was advised by this list to replace the relay (a metal cube...
  • Miscelaneous WBX Upgrades
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Wed, 11 Feb 2004 12:55:55 -0600
    ...Wireless Tach, (2) WBX trubo charger retrofit, (3) Late fuel injection controls (Mega Squirt). and maybe a couple of more I can't recall...
  • that little light behind the heater controls
    Historical mailing list - TC
    Sat, 10 Dec 2005 17:26:24 -0800
    so the useless dealer tell me the single unit fixture that is both the light & the plastic holder is no longer available the FLAP...
  • Re: Starting problems with 88 Vanagon, WIKI problems too
    Historical mailing list - Khalad S. Goheer
    Sun, 16 Sep 2007 18:20:49 -0400
    ...You mentioned of two relays, one that controls the ECU and the other Fuel pump. I have previously replaced the Fuel pump relay (stamped...
  • Random Compatibility Questions
    Historical mailing list - Dana Mueller
    Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:22:02 -0800
    ...From what I understand the blower motor, heater core (front), controls, cables and levers are compatible from the '85 to the '82? Also, guessing...
  • Re: Video Players for Vanagon
    Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
    Wed, 3 Nov 1999 12:09:22 -0500
    ...And the player controls can be accessed through the opening as well. Bill St. Louis, MO www.geocities.com/yosemite/gorge/1706
  • Re: Subaru Check Engine Light
    Historical mailing list - John Fleming
    Sun, 22 Oct 2000 21:31:04 -0400
    ...Subaru Check Engine Light > Can anyone tell me how to reset the "Check Engine" light on 2.2 Subaru > engine controls? Any help appreciated...
  • Re: fresh air/heat sliders
    Historical mailing list - John McLean
    Wed, 9 May 2001 09:50:31 -0700
    ...John McLean 87 Vanagon GL > > Check out this page on the vanagon.com site: > > http://www.vanagon.com/info/articles/owners-manual/vent-controls...
  • Door Lock issue, what is the part?
    Historical mailing list - Jim Heissenbuttel
    Mon, 15 Mar 2004 09:01:56 -0800
    ...This is what controls the locking of the door. Mine is broken and the door is permanently locked. Also, anyone have an extra one...
  • Re: changing the light bulb behid the heater controls
    Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
    Fri, 28 Apr 2006 02:09:20 -0400
    I went through the same hassle you are. Wrote up my findings out on my website. Have all of the bulbs and locations written...
  • Re: Group 41 Battery at Wal-Mart
    Historical mailing list - craig cowan
    Wed, 10 Nov 2010 07:27:34 -0500
    ...The Wal-Mart batteries are now > made by Johnson Controls... and are typically very "Fresh" this one had a > date code of 10/10...
  • back heater lever question
    Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
    Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:53:27 -0400
    ...I'm guessing this controls how much heat comes out the rear radiator. Can someone confirm what this does and also what the position...
  • Spotted on eBay--check out the plumbing
    Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
    Thu, 1 Sep 2011 18:38:30 -0400
    ...Or is it a bleeder? Also, I was trying to figure out what the yellow lever controls in the engine compartment. Note that it...
  • Re: Piston cleaning..
    Historical mailing list - Scott De Santi
    Sun, 12 Sep 1999 15:56:04 EDT
    ...It is also delicious on Fried Chicken, is an effective antiperspirant, and controls dry 'fly-away' hair. >> Don't forget it's a great...
  • Re: Catalytic Converter???? Anyone go without it???
    Historical mailing list - Rob
    Sun, 18 Mar 2012 14:31:21 -0700
    ...There's Scott saying I live in the 3rd world again because there is not enough government controls. Rob becida@comcast.net On the...
  • Re: Servicing heater/defroster controls - 1984 GL
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 29 Jan 2007 01:36:33 EST
    In a message dated 1/25/07 2:41:04 PM Eastern Standard Time, michael.vanderzanden@BOSCHREXROTH-US.COM writes: > off. But I have...
  • Re: Trumatic heater/furnace
    Historical mailing list - jimt
    Fri, 24 Sep 2004 11:12:08 -0600
    ...does anyone know about it? I > am missing the controls, I have only the lower part which has a big 12 > guage wire for...
  • Re: Heater Controls?
    Historical mailing list - Latchua
    Sat, 16 May 1998 10:51:08 EDT
    ...Hints All operating controls, except fan control switch E and fan control switch for the secondary heat exchanger can be adjusted to any intermediate...
  • a simple question
    Historical mailing list - Paul Gilland
    Tue, 9 Jan 2001 21:40:59 -0800
    ...the wiper controls and nothing happened. thanks, Paul __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - Share your holiday photos online! http://photos.yahoo.com/
  • Re: front wipers, heat, door light problem 85'
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Sun, 24 Feb 2002 18:12:44 -0500
    ...when I first turn on my car my wipers and heat controls >don't work right away. Usually after a few minutes they turn...
  • was:Watercooled Mexican Microbusses; now:fryedayes follies
    Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
    Fri, 7 Jan 2005 14:20:19 -0700
    A little tequilla on the beach, the wandering eye, the diminished judgment, the loss of inhibition and all internal controls, voila: the evening's...