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• Re: no fuse for fuel pump? Adding fuses.
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 12 Mar 2023 20:13:12 -0400
  ...For >>> most VWs not having the ignition and fuel systems fused is normal, going >>> Back to even the very first Beetles. Likely the plan...
• Re: Engine periodically bogs or dies
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 15 Dec 2024 18:09:37 -0500
  ...It turned out to be the ignition switch. Not sure about an intermittent problem like this, but it certainly has been the cause of...
• Re: It's hard to make your Vanagon better when they're making the parts crappier
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 1 Jul 2013 21:03:22 -0700
  The ignition switch I recently got from Van Caf� is black and white with a scratched out VW number on it. Stuart -----Original Message...
• Re: ATTN: 80-83 Owners
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 27 Apr 2003 11:01:39 -0500
  ...I've found the stock point sets more than adequate for ignition. I had a bad experience with Compufire in the 205s distributor (they...
• Re: Starter Help
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Fri, 23 Mar 2007 01:28:22 -0400
  Dusty, posibility 1) It's a long run for the wire all the way from ignition switch to the solenoid which, when energized, upon...
• New Shocks and Lessons (Re)learned
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
  Mon, 5 May 2008 16:48:44 -0500
  ...I began the ignition issue repair by following the common advice I got from list: replace the ignition switch. Unfortunately, the problem didn't...
• Consistent cutout at 3k rpm
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:33:10 -0400
  ...This behavior started recently after I made some changes to the ignition system. I believe that the problem is related to my changing out...
• Re: 12.2 V at rest ('85 Westy w/2.1L)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:51:51 -0700
  ...problem with this van through several starters, engines, transmissions, ignition switches, and sets of ignition wires.� I know it will start after it's...
• Re: Elec Ig and low revs
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 19 Apr 1995 09:12:38 -0700
  >I have a question about electronic ignition. I understand the benefit >derived from these in terms of better spark throughout the rpm range. >Better...
• Re: #3 late timing + Minutiae: Timing
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Nov 95 13:38:30 +0100
  ...VW obviously first had to recognize the problem and started research, changing ignition timing in this manner is probably the last thing to do...
• Re: Radiator fan won't go off
  Historical mailing list - shawn feller
  Fri, 2 Jun 2006 22:48:29 -0400
  ...The radiator fan comes on low speed when I turn the ignition switch. It runs continuously regardless of temperature (even if sitting overnight). It...
• Re: HELP: Engine stopped
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 12 Jul 2016 20:56:02 -0500
  ...19:41, "Fuzzy :philippe" <fuzzmeister@gmail.com> wrote: > I bypassed the ignition switch by connecting pin 15 of the coil to power, > activating the...
• Re: Lovin' my new GPS!
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Fri, 19 Jun 2015 13:10:45 -0500
  ...I > would wire it to a switched power that turns on/off with the ignition. > That way you can take advantage of the GPS...
• Wiring harness to distributor plug
  Historical mailing list - Paul Rogers
  Sun, 22 Sep 2013 23:40:30 -0700
  Hi List, Does anyone know a source for this part, Bosch 1 234 485 024 Plug Sleeve, Ignition System. It's the connection from...
• Re: Maintenance Saga: '84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Fri, 13 May 2011 15:20:26 -0400
  ...This engine used a more advanced engine management system known as Bosch "Digifant I" which now digitally managed ignition timing as well as fuel...
• Re: idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 27 May 2009 18:27:31 -0400
  ...wall of the engine compartment, between the igniter module and the ignition coil. Black or green box with two round plugs which can mate...
• Re: ignition cylinder replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Jun 94 16:59:15 CDT
  wolf commented that locksmith's were expensive - maybe shop around a bit? I watched a local guy here do a lock cylinder - he was...
• Re: Backfire thru intake ?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 26 Jul 1995 00:57:41 -0400
  ...turn on the ignition, then pull the 3"x3" plastic cover off the potentiometer of the intake box. GENTLY move the wiper and note...
• RE: '71 Ignition Problems
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Thu, 6 Jun 1996 09:42:43 -0500 (CDT)
  On Wed, 5 Jun 1996, Eric Rainey wrote: > Also, check the wire from the fuse box to the starter, and the connection > at the...
• Re: Propane Scare
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Tue, 5 May 1998 12:10:33 -0500
  ...spot), but it could potentially build up until it hits an ignition source. Boaters know this since propane can go into the bilge. Thus...
• Power window smoking
  Historical mailing list - John Koloen
  Fri, 21 May 1999 11:54:30 -0500
  ...and found that when the ignition is on smoke appears from the window regulator. It even sparks when I try press the switch to...
• Re: Headlight help!!
  Historical mailing list - John McLean
  Mon, 20 Dec 1999 04:10:16 -0800
  ...Help me please!! > > Merry Christmas all!! > & > Happy Millennium!! > THANKS ! Replace the ignition switch first. It's probably bad. I just spent 2 weeks dealing...
• Re: high beams not working, 86 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Thu, 28 Dec 2000 15:38:47 -0800
  ...headlight switch ignition switch load reduction relay ground wire connection parts can be ordered at www.busdepot.com Bill > > > Imua Camper Company, Hawaii, http...
• Re: Radio noise from engine ?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 27 Jan 2002 09:58:16 -0600
  ...Try it now and you find your AM overwhelmed by ignition and alternator noise. Car makers think that people are only concerned with FM...
• Re: vanagon single electrode plugs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 11 Jun 2004 15:31:38 -0500
  ...But I'd argue that considering that multi-electrode plugs > didn't even exist yet when the Vanagon's engine was designed, its > ignition...
• Locksmith in Grand Rapids/Lansing MI
  Historical mailing list - Barb Cotton
  Wed, 31 Aug 2005 09:58:23 -0700
  ...doors, the slider and hatch are different keys as is the ignition! Before I move into the van full time, next month I would...
• Re: Weird clock behavior
  Historical mailing list - vt
  Thu, 19 Apr 2007 17:33:54 -0500
  ...When I put the > ignition key on accessories the clock works OK. When I start the engine > the clock display slowly fades away. When...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning seque to diesel radiator coolant flow direction
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 22:43:38 -0400
  ...Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning > > ignition switch on? > > > > Thanks for the good brain storming exercise of Vanagon electrical...
• Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 10 Jul 2016 08:04:09 -0400
  ...New Hall Sensor installed (internal black wire was worn) New Hall sensor plug ( cover was broken open and dirty) New ignition switch ( really worn...
• More Digifant testing, "Das Boot"
  Historical mailing list - Scott Hall
  Wed, 17 Feb 1999 17:09:23 -0600
  ...ECU connected, ignition on, engine off: Coil terminal #1 minus side 3.5 volts Coil terminal #15 plus side 9.5 volts ECU disconnected...
• Re: Euro-Drive: 84 Volkswagen VANAGON, No-start
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 7 May 1999 11:34:36 -0400
  ...BOSCH DIGIJET >Ignition: ELECTRONIC >Emissions: US FED > >Symptoms: No Start > >____________________________________________________________ > >oK HERE WE GO ,eNGINE RUNS ROUGH & SMOKES W/FUEL PUMP >DISCONNECTED WILL NOT...
• Re: Another Fridge Question
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 10 Nov 1999 18:02:58 -0800
  ...That's because I have an auxiliary battery that keeps it powered when I stop someplace and turn off the ignition... The key is...
• Re: Bug not starting
  Historical mailing list - Bill Collins
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 12:57:47 -0400
  ...Either the fuel mixture is so far from correct that it can't burn, the engine can't breathe, or there is an ignition...
• Idle Problem & Shifting Gears
  Historical mailing list - Georgios A. Stylianides, PhD
  Mon, 26 Jul 2004 23:04:58 -0400
  ...Control Unit Oxygen Sensor Temperature Sender II Distributor cap Distributor rotor Ignition Wires Spark plugs Temperature Sender for Gauge Relays Alternator Red Wire (because...
• FI Vacuum leak 83 Westy?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 22 Jun 1997 04:45:00 -0400 (EDT)
  ...The spark plugs, wires, and ignition distributor cap seem to be OK. It has a rebuilt water-cooled engine (or actually long-block) with...
• Re: Bad ground. WAS; Hmm. Headlights don't ...
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 14 Nov 2010 23:03:37 -0800
  ...Headlights don't ... >>>> >>>> Probably the ignition switch. >>>> >>>> If I remember correctly, power for that circuit >>>> comes from the ignition switch. >>>> >>>> JB >>>> >>>> >>>> On 11/14...
• Re: Is THIS the "boxer" transplant we've been waiting for?
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Thu, 8 Mar 2018 09:21:09 -0800
  ...Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: > Everything is wrong with this new engine--opposed piston, combustion > ignition, two-cycle. But check out the video...
• Re: Starter woes...
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 24 Apr 2017 21:49:27 -0600
  ...help We Need More & Accurate Details ~ > > "I do have a spare ignition switch in the glove box of the van if that might be...
• Re: Disabling a Westy for Theft Deterring
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 24 Jul 2013 09:01:54 -0700
  Install an alarm with an ignition cut out. Add power door locks while you are at it and one click of the fob and...
• Re: Gas cap key photo
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 3 Feb 2010 09:26:46 -0800
  What year van Steve? My '86 uses the ignition key and my '84 has a separate smaller key. Jake On Wed, Feb 3, 2010...
• Re: Gear lever hits dash
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 26 May 1997 08:39:18 +0200
  ...gear the shift knob touched the dashbord, reverse gear- stick was almost in the ignition key.... matter of adjustment or normal to those vanagons??
• Re: timing settings...
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 31 Jan 1997 15:24:41 -0800
  ...It also says that your idle speed should be adjusted before timing the ignition, and should be between 800 and 900 rpm. dave
• Intermittent no start
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Tue, 12 Sep 2000 18:36:18 EDT
  ...However, before I start experimenting w/ changing starters and ignition switches, I'd like to know if someone else has experienced this. TIA, BenT...
• Electrical problem with new engine
  Historical mailing list - Chris Gkikas
  Sun, 10 Dec 2000 16:30:28 -0500
  ...no juice from the ignition key. Battery okay, even with a jump. Been bridging the terminals on the starter with a socket drive and...
• Re: unusual problem
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Dec 2000 06:39:35 EST
  ...I thought it was the ignition switch until I hooked me remote starter switch up to the starter to crank it from the rear...
• Re: Intermittent Starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Mon, 5 Mar 2001 22:57:03 -0600
  Larry, Not always true--- New starter, New ignition switch, New neutral safety switch, New wire to starter solenoid from neutral safety switch,twice the...
• Re: Intermittent Starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Mon, 5 Mar 2001 22:57:03 -0600
  Larry, Not always true--- New starter, New ignition switch, New neutral safety switch, New wire to starter solenoid from neutral safety switch,twice the...
• Re: Lost Vanagon Key
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 11 Jul 2001 23:50:29 -0400
  ...get one made for it and see if it works the ignition? - Ron Salmon The Bus Depot, Inc. www.busdepot.com (215) 234-VWVW
• Re: Consolation needed
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Fri, 10 Aug 2001 17:01:16 -0700
  ...in the process he's blown several fuses and 3 ignition switches. > last I heard a wire to the coil "blew-up" and filled...
• Re: Cruise control
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Tue, 3 Dec 2002 10:25:44 -0500
  ...My van is stick shift so it just uses a signal from the ignition coil as a reference signal, no magnets. The control sits...
• Vanagon spark plug ignition wire set
  Historical mailing list - Greenamyer, William L
  Mon, 18 Nov 2002 06:23:46 -0800
  Have a new set of wires for sale. Only want what I paid for them. They are supposed to be for a 1984 vanagon...
• Re: doing a compression check
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 WBXs
  Fri, 17 Jan 2003 18:19:07 +0000
  Hi Gary, Pull the main relay(left side electrical box above ign coil) and this will disable the fuel pump,ignition and injectors just...
• Re: newbie question - adjusting time on clock
  Historical mailing list - brandon
  Mon, 13 Jun 2005 06:31:56 -0600
  ...some sort of wierd proceedure like standing on my head with ignition on and poking something into the little hole on the 2nd thursday...
• headlight problem - intermittent - 87 westy
  Historical mailing list - Mike Kozak
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:17:59 -0400
  ...to normal, other than the headlights are always on when the ignition is on. Any suggestions as to what might be the cause? Any...
• Re: Radio Install
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:44:07 -0500
  ...On Fri, Mar 28, 2008 at 9:32 AM, Mike Collum <collum@verizon.net> wrote: > If you're concerned that the "Key in ignition...
• Re: Vanagon Starter relay kit
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:54:00 -1000
  ...Vanagon Starter relay kit > > a couple of statements in this are not quite true.. > ie. > 'the ignition switch has to carry all of the...
• Re: some notes from counterman mag
  Historical mailing list - Clive Smith
  Mon, 21 Oct 2002 23:31:48 +0100
  ...Can > you imagine how much ignition that is? > Point being that this return was all new boxed ignition but shelf worn or > slow movers...
• Re: Electrical fits!!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 20:23:20 -0500
  ...When the ignition is switched on, it provides some current to excite the alternator so it can "turn on". The light provides some isolation...
• Re: Installing an after market radio?
  Historical mailing list - David Hally
  Sun, 2 Sep 2007 16:43:56 -0700
  I connected the "trigger wire" to the "key in lock" connection on the ignition switch (the one that sets off the beeper). Now the...
• Re: Headlight Alarm
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:42:34 -0700
  ...off when the driver door is open >> and key is in ignition? >> >> >> Rocket J Squirrel<camping.elliott@GMAIL.COM> wrote: >> >>> No need? Horse hockey...