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• Re: Ignition/starter switch failures
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Wed, 13 May 2015 11:18:52 -0400
  ...I have just gotten a bad batch of switches? > > Is there a particular brand of switches to steer clear of or is there a...
• need help w/85 brake light circuit
  Historical mailing list - Spencer Allen
  Thu, 23 Oct 2014 13:59:57 -0400
  ...Bulbs are good and I haven't checked the master cyl switches (yet) but don't believe them to be the no lights cause...
• Re: Engine stalling at high speed
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sun, 17 Apr 2016 15:20:12 -0700
  ...On Saturday, April 16, 2016, Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@q.com> wrote: > Up to '84, and into '85 had two switches. > > Karl Wolz > Sent from...
• Re: Help me diagnose and fix no brake lights
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 9 Oct 2015 11:56:07 -0700
  ...Blue-gray connects the two > switches as a fail safe and runs off to the brake warning light just in > case both fail, I...
• Re: Off topic Friday question on switches...
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Fri, 16 May 2014 13:37:01 -0700
  How many gram is a pinch anyway? BenT > On May 16, 2014, at 1:24 PM, Gnarlodious <gnarlodious@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Neither do I...
• Old Style AC Switch
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Tue, 27 Sep 2005 21:18:06 -0700
  I forget who was looking for one of these, but one of those old-type AC switches with the concentric thermostat and fan speed...
• Re: Help me diagnose and fix no brake lights
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 10 Oct 2015 12:45:55 +0000
  ...I was able to use the googles on the inter webs in cyberspace to find the answer:both OEM switches had failed at ten...
• 1985 Speedometer facia available
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 9 Apr 2001 03:48:55 EDT
  ...It has all switches, speedometer, rpm gauge, etc. Willing to sell for $20 plus Shipping. Bought the wrong one. Alan [text/html]
• Re: It's hard to make your Vanagon better when they're making the parts crappier
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 1 Jul 2013 16:17:19 -0700
  ...Kostal OEM switches are the best. >> How to tell? - Original and Kostal Switches are both Black and White >> plastic, all other JUNK is All...
• Re: Headlights and Grounds
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 14 Feb 2005 06:14:36 EST
  ...The switches overheat and melt with the standard bulbs. Wanna check the archives and various Vanagon repair shop records to see how many headlamp...
• Re: Loss of head lights, wipers and rear heater blower
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Thu, 26 Dec 2013 10:34:59 -0500
  I had success with my stalk switches, which started acting up after blast media found its way into the van when I restored it...
• Fw: fresh water level sensor
  Historical mailing list - Troy
  Thu, 24 Mar 2011 13:25:18 -0800
  ...So, my question >>is does anyone know where I can buy the switches? I see that eBay >>is filled with reed switches, I just...
• Re: Power Inverter wired into 110 Voltage circuit
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 25 Jan 2002 13:29:00 -0500
  ...They know about transfer switches and the like. Also the mfr of your inverter should be able to assist. For a start, many inverters...
• Re: bad fit brake switches
  Historical mailing list - sailingfc dslextreme.com
  Mon, 20 Jul 2015 20:08:58 -0400
  ...bad fit brake switches Not quite accurate. The 3 terminal brake light switch was stock for 80-84 vans and those used the 3rd...
• Re: Power Windows/Power Locks
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Wed, 7 Nov 2001 08:15:36 -0800
  ...motors plus regulators? do you know if the vw harnesses and switches (the way the wiring is currently set up) will run with the...
• Cruise control value
  Historical mailing list - MF
  Mon, 26 Feb 2001 23:48:59 -0500
  Any ideas on the value of the cruise contol components from a 91? Is the whole system just the switches on the steering column...
• Re: Instrument lamp replacement
  Historical mailing list - G. Jannini
  Fri, 18 May 2007 08:18:26 -0500
  ...you doing for the bulb & socket replacement of the two heater switches? << Avoid driving at night. OR- use the Braille method, Frank. <GD&R...
• Parts needed: '87
  Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
  Sun, 4 May 2008 16:46:26 -0400
  ...Coolant overflow tank Windshield washer fluid tank Windshield washer pump Rear hatch lock cylinder and pushbutton Power mirror switch Power window switches Anyone have...
• Re: Help me diagnose and fix no brake lights
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sat, 10 Oct 2015 16:45:52 -1000
  ...I was able to use the > googles on the inter webs in cyberspace to find the answer:both OEM > switches had failed at ten...
• Re: Brake Lights Troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - Katy Hahn
  Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:00:44 -0700
  I think you have 2 pressure switches on the master cylinder, I would check these if bulbs and connections appear okay. When one of...
• Strap Handle
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:00:04 -0700
  ...Thanks to the archive I was able to piece together the easy replacement of the brake light switches. For posterity: the MC on my...
• Re: Syncro oil pressure switchs
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Sep 1996 12:23:39 PST
  ...me if both switches should be grounded with no > oil pressure, (engine off)? > You have two oil pressure sensing switches. The low pressure switch...
• Re: Need a/c hose for 87 Westy Gl
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 12:51:52 -0500
  ----------------- There are no high / low switches on some models. Like no switches , none. My 86 westy 2wd 4 speed had none and there were...
• Re: The two throttle valve switches, redux
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Tue, 25 Sep 2007 21:44:20 -0700
  ...Lemme try again. > > On the earlier 1.9L's there are two switches on the throttle valve. One > closes when the foot is off...
• Re: Throttle body question-Throttle switch!
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 13 Jun 2014 21:06:33 -0700
  ...Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus > On Jun 13, 2014, at 8:15 PM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > > The vacuum switches...
• a couple of switch hacks- adding LEDs
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 9 Jun 2011 18:48:13 -0700
  ...http://shufti.wordpress.com/2011/06/09/vanagon-hacking-switches-to-add-led-lights/ alistair
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - .
  Fri, 01 Mar 1996 10:08:31
  ...VW is charging me for 3 hours to replace both switches. Sherwin Sherwin Kaufman Spring Valley, New York 86 Westfalia Syncro sherwin@gnn.com
• Re: try to beat this deal of the day.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 9 Mar 2001 03:11:44 EST
  ...pair 12-way power adjust leather (with lumbar, etc.) bucket seats with matching leather back seat, console, wiring and switches, perfect condition , from 1995...
• Re: O2 sensor problems
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 1 Sep 2004 07:33:51 EDT
  ...3/ ADJUST THE THROTTLE POSITION SWITCHES. Then, go about your troubleshooting. George
• brake lights not working
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Sat, 11 Sep 2010 14:50:21 -0400
  ...A local mechanic suggested that the brake light switches were shot, so I ordered new ones from Ken Wilford. Ken advised me to disconnect...
• Re: Rocker Switch for Fog Lights
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 11 Aug 2000 09:16:16 -0400
  ...Unfortunately, I > have been informed (by Camelback VW) that VW no longer manufactures > such switches. If anyone has one of these switches, I would...
• Re: Grounds
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sun, 13 May 2001 08:37:29 -0700
  ...The 2 switches are still on the master cylinder but they only serve to trigger the rear brake lights. The warning logic is contained...
• Re: Troubleshooting cruise control
  Historical mailing list - boroko
  Sun, 8 Jun 2003 18:42:53 -0500
  ...The controls on the turn signal stalk, a control module behind the glove box, Vacuum switches on the pedals, the speed sensor in the...
• AC for my Doka - question at the end
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 23:04:10 -0700
  ...We'll remove these switches and run wires to the dash and use the stock VW switches. I'll install the condenser and the...
• Re: 84 Vanagon A/C
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 15 Oct 1998 21:42:03 -0500
  --------------------------- Hi Karl, You are not the only one with no switches. My 86 westy had no high or low switches either. There were some...
• Re: High noon at the Maryland emissions station
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 14:29:58 -0400
  ...If you got to know, I did this because I was burning out switches too often. The early throttle has easily accessabvle switches that...
• Re: Ignition/starter switch failures
  Historical mailing list - Gene P
  Wed, 13 May 2015 12:27:28 -0700
  ...Ken, would you say more about what's going on with these? I got one of the black & white switches awhile back and wondered...
• Re: bad fit brake switches
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 23 Jul 2015 14:59:34 -0700
  Plenty of German FTE 2 or terminal switches available from Airhead Parts for the past 2 years. No problems reported by customers, they go...
• Re: No brake lights
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Sat, 4 Dec 2010 01:21:38 -0500
  Somewhere in the garage I have a box of brake pressure switches (new) for those in need... Jason On Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at...
• Re: How can I remove an interior door panel of a '90 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - il cikaspers
  Sun, 24 Feb 2002 15:36:40 -0800
  ...the window and mirror switches (if you have mirrors) will still be attached. they're held on with barbs on the casing (the black...
• Re: electric mirror trouble...SOLVED!
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Wed, 1 Jun 2005 21:45:26 -0700
  ...I thought it was the switch, even tried a couple of different switches. It turns out the brown (ground) wire going to the SWITCH...
• Re: Throttle position switch COVER!! Who knew ??
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 11 Aug 2012 21:04:05 -0700
  far as I know all 2.1 wbxr engines have that plastic cover on their underside-mounted throttle position micro switches. Sometimes the cover...
• Re: Soggy brake pedal
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 27 Jul 2008 09:50:54 -0400
  ...Bad master cylinder Brake light switches air bound. Yes, some timed they do not fill. I pour some fluid into the switches before installing...
• who sells vanagon dashboard switches
  Historical mailing list - Gary Goldey
  Mon, 19 Apr 2004 21:38:54 EDT
  looking for a vanagon toggle switch to put into my empty 3rd slot I havn't had much luck finding one----anyone? 1984 passenger...
• Power Mirror Retrofit?
  Historical mailing list - River Clan
  Mon, 1 May 2006 12:10:23 -0700
  ...What's the process of making them work? Is it a standard harness? Anyone have the switches available used? Is it just a hole...
• Re: Help me diagnose and fix no brake lights
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 9 Oct 2015 17:23:11 +0000
  Another thing, if anyone is so inclined to do so, I need to understand how the switches are supposed to work. It looks to...
• Re: Digifant without Throttle Position switch???
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:50:59 -0400
  ...83 and 84 have the two obvious micro switches. They do nothing on a cold engine. Only after it warms up and goes closed...
• Brake Light Troubleshooting Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Sun, 8 Jun 2014 12:15:44 -0700
  ...They checked the brake light switches and found no problem there. They believe the problem was due to a backup warning system that had...
• Horns and Steering Columns
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:06:05 -0500
  ...The metal part of the horn contact ring dragged the screws of the column switches - shorting out the horn and causing it to blow...
• Re: interior led lighting update
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 31 Mar 2013 06:58:16 -0700
  ...The new >> switches are a big improvement over the old ones, and I can >> recommend them highly. Well so far at least, no long...
• Brake lights won't work ...
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 28 Mar 2014 01:12:36 -0700
  Hi to all, I am working on this brake light thing and after checking the switches, and grounds and all, I can’t find...
• Re: Lights on '82 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:28:24 -0500
  At 01:43 PM 12/17/2010, T Collins wrote: >Aside from the other suggestions about checking switches and the ground I >would follow...
• [FS] Instrument Pod with all components
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 17:03:28 -0500
  ...Has speedo, tach, switches etc, pod cover, and speedometer cable. $100 obo. If interested p-mail me off the list. Thanks, John Rodgers 88...
• Re: westy help please
  Historical mailing list - Scott Norville
  Sat, 22 Mar 2003 23:13:31 -0500
  1. tank: I get mine filled at U-Haul. 2. switches on kitchen module: the switch only turns on the voltmeter and water level...
• Printing on Aluminum Sheet - NVC
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Mon, 10 Oct 2005 17:05:47 -0700
  ...Basically, I'm looking for someone to put the labels on an aluminum dashboard for the switches and warning lights. Any help is greatly...
• Re: Headlight Upgrade Eilemma
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:20:20 -0700
  ...If you add a relay in the manner you posted it moves that current off those 2 switches, for both high and low beams...
• Re: It's hard to make your Vanagon better when they're making the parts crappier
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Mon, 1 Jul 2013 16:00:06 -0700
  ...Kostal OEM switches are the best. > How to tell? - Original and Kostal Switches are both Black and White > plastic, all other JUNK is All...
• Re: Brake Light Switch?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 10 Oct 2001 08:34:48 +0000
  ...If that proves to be OK, I will replace > the switches based on the procedure given--remove 4 screws in instrument > cluster, put rag...
• Re: Strange Idea about retrofitting early Headlight Switch onto late model Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 16 May 2013 08:05:03 -0700
  ...Two different > switches with different numbers (and IIRC different pins) seemed to work > just fine in my '90. I put in one with the...
• Re: Engine stalling at high speed
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Sat, 16 Apr 2016 13:41:56 -0700
  ...Mark Stuart MacMillan wrote: > My '85 with a build date of 8/84 has the two switches. Missed the cut, and Tyler's might...