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• Re: Front Heater Fan Just stopped working last week, Any ideas? Need some parts....
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Sat, 8 Dec 2007 08:52:21 -0800
  ...Those switches seems prone to failure so I always grab a few from the yard. Perhaps with a repaired ground and motor my switch...
• Re: Anyone use pressure switches to light up westy cabinets?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 5 Dec 2017 09:17:18 -0700
  How about Solar Powered with Motion Detector ~ They seem to be fairly Cheap these days ~ Solar Powered https://www.amazon.com/Frostfire-Bright-Wireless...
• Re: wanted
  Historical mailing list - rachel martin
  Sun, 19 Feb 1995 08:08:04 -0700 (MST)
  ...looking for the plastic housing > which holds the speedo,tach,digital clock and switches.. > > pass side tail light lense.. > > plastic ashtray assembly.. > > thanks > > patrick...
• Re: Vanagon Interior parts Brown vinyl FS
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Fri, 24 Jul 1998 08:37:51 -0400
  ...from > under the dash to the heater and all relays and switches.. > > Front blower motor/housing > > metal engine cover (won't ship this either...
• Re: Parts needed to install new engine
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 18 Aug 2000 11:33:49 -0700
  ...Also, check that your throttle switches are set correctly to close at fully open and fully closed throttle. That's all I can think...
• Re: Cooling Fan Themoswitch Woes
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 1 Aug 2001 20:25:54 -0500
  ...I'm guessing that these things are some sort of bimetalic switches that > rely on heat expansion? > 3) Is there anything particularly bad about...
• Re: AC Conversion
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Fri, 29 Apr 2005 12:55:36 -0600
  ...Most times its the support hardware; blower motors, fan switches and > wiring etc... that keeps my A/C from working properly. > > What sub-tropical...
• Re: 88 Vanagon radiater fan issues
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 5 Sep 2006 22:14:45 -0400
  ...With the larger fan motor, the low speed switches the relay on the fuse panel, (same as high above) and high speed is done...
• Re: Urgent help: fried head light switch and connector - 1991 van
  Historical mailing list - Kevin P. Gilleran
  Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:08:24 -0700
  ...Which is all well and good if I can find one of these infamous switches The problem is that I cannot find the 1991...
• Re: E-Code Lights - another alternative
  Historical mailing list - Steve Macaulay
  Thu, 25 Feb 1999 09:44:17 -0800
  ...These switches are no longer made and are hard to track down though. I didn't get mine from them, but I think that...
• Re: Master Cylinder Replacement...
  Historical mailing list - Jason Yasment
  Tue, 10 Oct 2000 13:04:54 -0700
  ...Remove the two brake pressure switches from beneath the cylinder. And remove the brake lines. 3. There will be 2 nuts mating it to...
• Re: Front Heater Box Overhaul
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Fri, 12 Mar 2004 07:36:45 -0500
  ...inside electrical plugs, specifically the cylindrical connectors for the >climate/ac switches? I need to replace one of the female terminals, but >can't...
• Early List Memories
  Historical mailing list - Stu Schwartz
  Mon, 5 Jan 2009 18:05:19 -0700
  ...The list helped me figure out how to use the a/c and heat switches, how the radiator fans worked and how to replace...
• Re: Headlight switch for '91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 20 Jan 2013 08:23:40 -0500
  Did re-doing the grounds improve the mpg? I have had some success rejuvenating an AC fan switch and some power window switches. The...
• Re: Another D15 connector failure example- The fix!
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 28 Feb 2022 19:50:56 -0700
  ...Same for all >>> the >>>> wiring up most of the switches and even after the switches to the fuse >>> box. >>>> >>>> Dennis >>>> >>>> >>>> -----Original Message----- >>>> From: Vanagon...
• Re: A/C fan and burning smell
  Historical mailing list - sailingfc dslextreme.com
  Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:38:18 -0400
  ...A/C fan and burning smell > > Remove the knobs and pull the switches out. There is a wiring harness up > there with a 4...
• Re: Replacing radiator Fan Thermo switch questions
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 23 Aug 2021 09:08:31 -0700
  ...I read an old post from Mark Drillock talking about the several > different switches that were available 12 years ago & a problem w/ using...
• Re: irregular idle speed
  Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
  Wed, 12 Aug 1998 10:55:31 +0000
  ...On your '84, you should actually be able to see the switches; one is for idle, the other is for full throttle. On the...
• Re: head lamp relay upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 28 Mar 2004 19:33:01 -0700
  ...That explains why you are burning up > headlight switches now that you have added more lights. Frank needs to > make the installation instructions clearer...
• Tach weirdness
  Historical mailing list - James Ballen
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 21:09:48 -0800
  ...during this time, engaging various electrical switches (blinkers, stepping on the brakes, turning on parking lights, etc.) will all effect the tach needle slightly...
• Re: Help! Van still dying
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Thu, 29 Nov 2001 18:46:55 -0500
  ...I could think of (moving the throttle, > clicking on the throttle switches, fiddling with the spark plug wires, > banging on the AFM, playing with...
• Re: Hesitation while driving (manual)
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 16 Oct 2015 17:04:18 -1000
  ...it also reads the air situation via throttle switches that show idle and WOT. it also operates the Air Idle Valve , based on rpm...
• Re: I Love My New Cruise Control (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 15 May 2006 09:52:49 -0700
  ...Works OK, but I'm not sure I have the DIP switches set exactly right, because my unit drifts around more than I'd...
• Re: Serious Friday question -- stalling a few minutes after cold start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 3 Mar 2011 14:11:31 -0800
  ...are idle switches not making contact. your 85 could have either of two styles.. the early with the two switches on top in plane...
• Re: Oil pressure light comes on after about 7 minutes.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 22:15:47 -0500
  ...These switches have diaphragms that can develop pinhole leaks and behave oddly, gradually getting worse. Incidentally I believe a 24 mm deep socket will...
• Re: Radiator Fan
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 7 Sep 1996 14:22:25 -0400
  ...there are probably some different switches to signal the >turn-on points for the fans. or a different fan blade (our 86 low-speeds...
• Euro-Drive: FIX 85 Volkswagen Vanagon, Surge
  Historical mailing list - "Robert Philp III (by way of Derek Drew )"
  Sun, 21 Jan 2001 10:16:02 -0500
  ...We swapped air flow box, ECU, checked idle switches, and did a pin out test at the computer. If anyone has any more suggestions...
• Re: Mostly Cruise Control, some shrubs
  Historical mailing list - Felder
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 08:16:30 -0800
  ...I received several messages telling me to check the brake and clutch switches first. But, with no more information than that, I haven't...
• Re: oil pressure warning system anomaly?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 3 Dec 2010 09:41:43 -0500
  ...After unplugging the 2 pin connector to the oil switches, I used an ohm meter to determine that the low rpm switch was grounded...
• Re: ELECTRICAL: need help diagnosing non-working brake/backup lights
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Sat, 11 Oct 2014 08:52:01 -0700
  I'm not sure, as the only thing I lost was the brake lights themselves - I still had power at the pressure switches, so...
• Re: Info wanted RE: Country Homes Camper AC
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Wed, 2 Oct 2013 09:28:03 -0400
  ...Also, depending on the configuration, you may have to relocate / remove the air-conditioning control switches and patch the holes in the headliner where...
• Re: Water level sensor in camper tank
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 6 Aug 2010 23:07:27 -0400
  ...How much detail do you want? Basically, the float has a magnet in it, and when the magnet gets near the little reed switches...
• Re: Smacked the steering wheel and the van died
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:12:56 -0600
  ...All my vans have fresh ignition switches and a shiny new white one, in a little baggie, inside the glove box. Miguel I have...
• Re: Goopy stuff on dish drainer
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:12:18 -0700
  ...But in my experience most valves, controls, rotary switches, when you turn it Right or clockwise, it goes on...More right, moreon! (<) Turn it...
• Re: Fog light wiring
  Historical mailing list - Bolliver
  Sun, 29 Oct 2000 10:55:10 -0600
  ...The headlight switch is wired through the OEM fuses and switches the relay. The relay draws power from the alternator/battery. Colin Moran "The...
• Re: power window bezel
  Historical mailing list - Scott Foss - Shazam
  Mon, 19 May 2008 21:00:24 -0700
  You mean the black plastic part the power window switches sit in ? if so, which side. and IF that's what you are talking...
• Any Vanagons in or around Indianapolis whose engine wiring I could take a peek at?
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Sat, 13 Dec 2008 09:43:39 -0500
  ...That's when I discovered the oil pressure switches (both!) are NOT connected. I don't understand why the idiot light doesn't come...
• Re: Did a silly thing, white elephant acquired
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 8 Sep 2022 07:28:19 -0700
  ...Plus button switches and wood grain face! Wires and leads … attach to the engine and battery … Alistair > On Sep 8, 2022, at 4:46...
• Re: Watch out Westy, there is a new kid in town!
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Mon, 9 Apr 2012 18:23:50 -0700
  ...It was regarding a 1.9L and now I'm finding that there are > two switches that will allegedly work in that location between...
• Re: FS: Ebersp�cher BA-6 Auxillary Ga s fueled interior heater
  Historical mailing list - Wognacious
  Sun, 11 Sep 2005 11:06:45 -0700
  ...the entire wiring harness, all safety switches, dash switch, timer, has its own fuel pump, and coil, taps gas out of your vehicles fuel...
• Re: I didn't pass emissions---why?
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Tue, 24 Jan 2006 20:17:21 -0600
  Gary, What specific numbers were off? Check your timing and idle, make sure the throttle position switches are working correctly and check for leaks...
• Re: Front Blower Doesn't
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:16:21 -0500
  I believe the switches for front and rear are the same, so that should be easy to check by switching them. Larry A. On...
• Re: A/C Fuse Bentley pg 87.4
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:19:32 -0500
  ...Then I will continue to check all fuses and switches per Bentley. there are three fuse suspects and I haven't checked a relay...
• Re: 12.2 V at rest ('85 Westy w/2.1L)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:51:51 -0700
  ...consistent problem with this van through several starters, engines, transmissions, ignition switches, and sets of ignition wires.� I know it will start after it...
• Re: Now Preventative Maintenance, Was Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 08:27:32 -0700
  ...Most control and switching circuits were relays and many of the relays were open, not encased, like in cross bar switches. And regs at...
• Re: Headlight Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Caston/Payne
  Tue, 14 Sep 1999 18:55:31 -0400
  ...Right now i'm not running the driving lights as I just replaced all switches associated with the headlights and don't want to...
• Re: Battery dies due to excessive draw on fuse #3 (accessories)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 26 Sep 2007 07:07:39 -0700
  ...On the other hand, the vehicle wiring fed from fuse 3 is about 20 feet long with various switches and connections. All are available...
• Re: Update and question inline VW Van block swap (in progress)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 18 Sep 2010 12:55:35 -0700
  ...It seems there are about 3, maybe 4 different VW OP switches. I found a write up on line by Ron Salmon giving a...
• Re: Oil pressure ?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 23 Nov 2014 12:23:55 -0500
  ...I tried 2 different OP blue pressure switches with the same results happening. >> >> Dennis Jowell >> Scotch Hollow Farm >> >> >>> On Nov 23, 2014, at 12...
• Re: Engine swap: stopped by oil filter
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 27 May 2014 21:30:57 -0400
  ...The 2.1L has two oil pressure switches. At the rear there is a .9 bar switch that is normally open and closes or...
• Re: convert automatic to manual gearbox?
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 20 Jul 2015 21:18:59 -0400
  ...of parts you might need in the future > like turn signal switches, relays, headlight buckets, etc. Also, don't > forget to salvage lots of...
• Computerized Gauges.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Jan 1997 12:22:51 -0600
  ...The entire board including a set of data switches, 29 key hex programming key board, and two digit LED display measures 7" by 7...
• Re: Euro-Drive: 84 Volkswagen VANAGON, No-start
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 May 1999 11:34:36 -0400
  ...OK Airflow shows a smooth sweep >coolant temp in range throttle switches OK Ignition system >,hall generator,Idle stabilizer ,hall control unit , coil, >wires...
• Re: Auxillary battery alternative
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Zeidler
  Fri, 16 Jul 1999 08:04:39 +0200
  ...I changed the relay to a 40 amps model which gives me some safety if the secondary is drained and switches into the loading...
• Re: rear heater blower only works on high.. any thoughts?
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sun, 24 Oct 2004 10:12:21 -0400
  ...fan i got only works on high! I have two fan >switches one known to be good and the fan still only works on...
• Re: Front cabin fan problems
  Historical mailing list - Ron Sem
  Sun, 25 Jan 2004 22:32:00 -0500
  ...those switches in your dash, the fan switch, A/C switch, etc., study them a bit for easy removal and note that you CAN...
• Re: aux bat. install
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 30 May 2007 09:11:47 -0700
  ...So all the wires and switches are accessible in the same place. > > My truck has worked for 13 years with that switch simply powered...
• Re: corrosion study
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 9 May 2010 13:43:58 -0400
  ...the array of vacuum hoses, bizarre carburettor linkages, thermally controlled vacuum switches and the like was awesome to behold. And it had a warm...
• Re: Somewhat urgent help requested
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Thu, 1 Apr 2010 15:56:37 -0400
  ...It appears to have been switches. All were sticky with harden grease. I cleaned with contact cleaner, determined on switch to be altogether faulty...
• Re: Stereo Upgrade Project
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:03:04 -0400
  ...I see you have a 91 GL so you may have power windows --- so depending on where all the wiring and switches are you...