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• Re: Help! '87 Westy won't start...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:59:07 -0700
  ...with that wire in the engine compartment, you can just touch it to the hot battery cable on the alternator, and it'll operate...
• Re: My 84 Westy Winter Project
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:01:48 +0000
  ...inside van. > > .          Added two USB w/voltage plugs (1 on Aux Battery, 1 on main) > > .          Added new remote thermometer > > .          New LED Light Bulbs in...
• Re: AFM test readings
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 4 Jul 2014 08:02:08 -0400
  ...However apparently >>>> there >>>> were difficulties with this, because by at least late '83 Bosch had >>>> added a >>>> braided copper flex cable to bypass this...
• Re: Fuel hose size
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 3 Aug 2020 23:16:34 +0000
  ...Also the battery positive cable where a clamp supports it near the starter. Or the harness from the battery to the fuse box. I...
• Back From Mexico!
  Historical mailing list - PSavage
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 10:35:37 -0700
  ...Heavy duty tow straps & jumper cables; emergenty flares. A mounted fire extinguisher. A few very basic tools & lots of duct tape. Tires: Kirkland light...
• Re: seeking Air Cooled info/advice (82 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 14:04:25 -0400
  ...Unhook the battery, drain the engine oil completely. 2. Remove the air cleaner housing and boot 3. Unhook vacuum hoses that connect engine to...
• The further adventures of Ras Bulli Split [part the fifth].
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Mon, 29 Jul 1996 23:25:11 -0300
  ...So I get home this evening...and wouldn't you know it, Ras Bulli wouldn't start...well, I new the battery was week...
• Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:28:48 -0500
  ...line in >> >> -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter >> >> -Custom Dual battery setup >> >> -Outside temperature monitor >> >> -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater...
• Re: $100 Reward to Solve Starter Problem
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 4 Jul 2014 09:57:39 -1000
  ...Disconnected the auxiliary battery and auxiliary battery >>> relay. No change. >>> >>> >>> 4. Checked the wiring harness in the engine compartment that >>> contains the leads to...
• Re: 84 Vanagon Starter problem
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 11 Sep 2002 21:13:47 -0700
  ...If there is voltage there, take a jumper wire (piece of 12ga) and go between the big battery wire post and the trigger on...
• UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 11:20:41 -0500
  ...line in -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter -Custom Dual battery setup -Outside temperature monitor -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater...
• vw autoist again: shameless plug for Eurovan Camper. :)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 08 Jun 95 13:25:52 CDT
  ...There is a 130-amp- hour battery to run all items in the camper conversion. The thing I really like is that the battery...
• Re: Air-cooled to Water-cooled? --long read for those contemplating
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 11:16:23 -0600
  ...Put in mount points for grounds and cable runs. Verified my mounting points for the engine. 5. fixed and cleaned up anything in there...
• Re: Sliding door question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 6 Jun 2018 17:28:05 -0400
  ...I wanted to see if Jim > had a >>>> original battery holder in his stock anyway! >>>> >>>> Eric Caron >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Jun 2, 2018, at 13:27...
• Preliminary Tools List
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Feb 1995 10:19:00 -0600 (CST)
  ...At a minimum I should guess a spare clutch cable, throttle cable and some fuel hose. -- James A. Brill Jr. \\ // jbrill@unlinfo.unl.edu...
• Re: testing the ignition coil (85 1.9L)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Tue, 14 Sep 2004 19:11:23 -0400
  ...coil voltage? > >(I went a bit overboard and bought a battery ground cable to ground >the engine to the body under the ignition relay...
• Re: Newbie '86 Vanagon owner here
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:09:44 -0600
  ...terminals posts and your cable connectors to the posts, right down to bright clean metal. That way the battery will charge up good, and...
• Re: AFM test readings
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 4 Jul 2014 08:06:36 -0400
  ...However apparently >>>>> there >>>>> were difficulties with this, because by at least late '83 Bosch had >>>>> added a >>>>> braided copper flex cable to bypass this...
• Re: AFM test readings
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 01:48:46 -0400
  ...a nine-volt >> square battery would be fine and maybe easier to hook up to), hook up >> the battery to the same pins the...
• Re: !!!URGENT!!!-NEED HELP/ADVICE!!
  Historical mailing list - Michael Modl
  Tue, 15 Sep 1998 02:16:04 EDT
  ...So here is what I know; my battery is good, I tried starting it up an hour after I parked here and she started...
• '71 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Scott Allred
  Thu, 21 Sep 95 20:54:31 UT
  ...Replaced battery tray area with replacement from JC Whitney. 3. Replaced right and left mirrors 4. New front windshield and seal. New front doors...
• Re: Back From Mexico!
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 12:24:53 -0700
  ...Heavy duty tow straps & jumper cables; emergenty flares. > A mounted fire extinguisher. A few very basic tools & lots of duct tape. > > Tires: Kirkland light...
• Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 25 Sep 2010 05:40:44 -0700
  ...in the back ( had rust > > vibes from sitting ) > > > > new emerg brake cables and guides > > > > new upper ball joints > > > > new main coolant pipe from pump...
• Re: SMOKE! After I turn off my BA6 Gas Heater
  Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
  Mon, 20 May 2002 15:11:16 -0400
  ...Plus I just installed a second battery through the fridge relay. Thanks, Chris ---- Original message ---- >Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 10:18:37 -0700...
• Re: Starting system quirk - diagnosis help needed
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:30:03 -0700
  ...at 6 volts and the relay contacts switched a direct cable from the > battery to the starter solenoid. The slightly stronger voltage going to...
• The Official Must-Carry List ; was Zoltan: Re: Halifax to Vancouver & back
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 31 May 2005 20:41:40 -0700
  ...AAA+ (or preferable roadside service) Atlas Baggies Battery pack/charger (jump type) Bentley Cash Cell phone Ceramic block sealer, Moroso Duct tape DVD player...
• FW: [Syncro] dropping gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Thu, 10 Aug 2000 13:27:41 -0400
  ...Also, one might consider trying to detach the wire clamp that holds the thick cable that runs from the battery to the starter along...
• Re: Windshield wipers ETC. questions.
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Tue, 27 Nov 2007 20:55:59 -0500
  ...to change the >> ignition switch the AFM and the alternator and battery cables. (i got her >> for 600$ i'd say not too bad...
• Re: Sliding door question
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
  Wed, 6 Jun 2018 16:48:17 -0600
  ...I wanted to see if Jim >> had a >>>>> original battery holder in his stock anyway! >>>>> >>>>> Eric Caron >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Jun 2, 2018, at 13:27...
• Re: Back From Mexico!
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 13:11:29 -0500
  ...Heavy duty tow straps & jumper cables; emergenty flares. > A mounted fire extinguisher. A few very basic tools & lots of duct tape. > > Tires: Kirkland light...
• UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:24:44 -0500
  ...line in -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter -Custom Dual battery setup -Outside temperature monitor -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater...
• A little something for Robb Lightfoot.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 05 May 1995 21:24:04 +0600
  ...221-2197-035) >14) Sliding side door uses only one Bowden cable (previously two) >15) Adjustable steering locks on front axle (from 211-2066...
• Re: Sad story
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:36:35 -0700
  ...things.. >> > > but for electrical shorting out, like a wedding ring and battery > cables >> > > etc. >> > > >> > > I hate to think about the person maybe leaning in...
• Re: !!!URGENT!!!-NEED HELP/ADVICE!!
  Historical mailing list - Bob McMain
  Tue, 15 Sep 1998 06:18:18 -0700
  ...So here is what I know; my battery is good, I tried starting it > up an hour after I parked here and she started...
• Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:42:04 -0500
  ...line in -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter -Custom Dual battery setup -Outside temperature monitor -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater...
• Re: Starter related question.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 18 Jul 2016 11:56:55 -0400
  ...anything other > >> than the Cables & SecuringBolts ~ > >> > >> Access is QuiteGood from DownUnder, Preferably with the BackEnd Up > >> On Ramps ~ > >> > >> Battery Should, OfCourse, be disconnected 1st...
• Re: Back From Mexico!
  Historical mailing list - Javier
  Thu, 12 Apr 2001 07:29:54 -0000
  ...Heavy duty tow straps & jumper cables; emergenty flares. > > A mounted fire extinguisher. A few very basic tools & lots of duct tape. > > > > Tires: Kirkland light...
• Re: removing dash / replacing front blower motor - LONG
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Wed, 30 Jul 2003 17:04:38 -0700
  ...Disconnect the battery: You will be working without the dash and with exposed �hot� terminals so it is best to disconnect the ground connection...
• Re: Starting system quirk - diagnosis help needed
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:37:54 -0700
  ...at 6 volts and the relay contacts switched a direct cable >> from the battery to the starter solenoid. The slightly stronger voltage >> going to...
• Re: Questions, questions more questions
  Historical mailing list - Sean J. McAusland
  Thu, 29 Sep 1994 19:15:47 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Got it. > > Jumper Cables - Don't leave home without em'. > Sockett Set - Misc. bolt tightening. > Wrench set - Misc. bolt tightening. > pliers and crecent wrench...
• GPS and Routing Software Report with Some Euro-comments
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Fri, 27 Aug 2004 00:03:48 EDT
  ...With the purchase of a serial/12V power cable (the RINO is a battery pig!) and the use of my Keyspan or IOGear USB...
• Re: Sliding door question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 6 Jun 2018 19:15:34 -0400
  ...I wanted to see if Jim >> had a >>>>> original battery holder in his stock anyway! >>>>> >>>>> Eric Caron >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Jun 2, 2018, at 13:27...
• Re: 87 syncro may be for sale, interested to hear offers
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:06:48 -0700
  ...in the back ( had rust >>> vibes from sitting ) >>> >>> new emerg brake cables and guides >>> >>> new upper ball joints >>> >>> new main coolant pipe from pump...
• Big Trip Report [part 11, long]
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Fri, 29 Sep 1995 07:22:20 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I told him the battery was not the problem; my starter was. I was reluctant to use jumper cables unnecessarily, so I got him...
• Here's the list
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Reisinger
  Sat, 18 Sep 2004 16:24:58 -0500
  ...tapes, 2x30 basting brush bath mat, cloth bath towels, 2 battery jumper cables binoculars, armored 8x30 biscuit cutter blanket, 3rd for <32�F. blankets...
• Re: Diesel fuel lines and air leaks = nostart
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:13:46 -0800
  ...Will let it sit a few days now and see if it still > works. > > Next was to charge the battery after all the cranking...
• Re: yet another fridge question (ok you experts)...
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 24 Mar 2006 15:59:31 -0500
  ...I used a week solution of battery acid. I pushed on a rubber hose ,to one side of the orifice and added a bit...
• Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
  Thu, 8 Nov 2007 22:27:58 -0500
  ...line in > > -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter > > -Custom Dual battery setup > > -Outside temperature monitor > > -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater...
• This is the Alaskan List, enjoy...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 16 Jun 2001 09:33:14 EDT
  ...tapes, 2x30 basting brush bath mat, cloth bath towels, 2 battery jumper cables binoculars, armored 8x30 biscuit cutter blanket, 3rd for <32*F. blankets...
• F/ Guns!?? I got your guns right here!! (vw-powered guns, that is...)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 9 Apr 1999 16:23:29 -0500
  ...Mick Wise at 202 Battery Sufflok and Norfolk Yoemanry TA, Steve Millard & Paul Buckett at W. --------------------------------------------- unca joel's comments: the pictures are of...
• Re: Front Heater Fan Removal & Replacing HOW TO! - LONG
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Mon, 12 May 2003 19:55:38 -0700
  ...Disconnect the battery: You will be working without the dash and with exposed �hot� terminals so it is best to disconnect the ground connection...
• Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Pfrommer
  Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:31:59 -0700
  ...I did connect the ground crown directly to the battery minus with an AWG12 cable and the problem stays. SO I will probably now...
• Dead Bus Report
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Mon, 3 Mar 97 14:02:50 EST
  ...First we wanted to crank it, so John and Steve went and bought some el-cheapo oil and brought a battery so we could...
• Re: UPDATED 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Mon, 12 Nov 2007 17:04:03 -0500
  ...line in -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter -Custom Dual battery setup -Outside temperature monitor -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater...
• Questions, questions more questions
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Wed, 28 Sep 94 8:31:04 PDT
  ...Jumper Cables - Don't leave home without em'. Sockett Set - Misc. bolt tightening. Wrench set - Misc. bolt tightening. pliers and crecent wrench - Various tighting...
• Trip report
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 15 May 2023 10:03:02 -0400
  ...check fuel pump, it was working=20 >> I checked chassis battery and cables tight. Voltage about 12.9.=20 >> >> Now what?=20 >> >> I slid...
• Re: seeking Air Cooled info/advice (82 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 16:37:18 -0400
  ...Unhook the battery, drain the engine oil completely. 2. Remove the air cleaner housing and boot 3. Unhook vacuum hoses that connect engine to...
• Re: Front Heater Fan Removal & Replacing HOW TO! - LONG
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 30 May 2003 12:25:38 -0700
  ...Having > the Bentley guide will also be helpful. > > Below are some basic instructions for doing the job: > > Disconnect the battery: You will be working...
• Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:07:44 -0500
  ...I did connect the ground crown directly to the battery > minus with an AWG12 cable and the problem stays. SO I will probably now...
• Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:23:58 -0400
  ...I did connect the ground crown directly to the battery > minus with an AWG12 cable and the problem stays. SO I will probably > now...