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• Re: vanagon Digest - 24 May 2002 (#2002-645)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sat, 25 May 2002 09:01:31 -0700
  ...If you wash your engine, like I do, consider reconfirming the operation of the Idle and WOT micro switches at the base of the...
• Re: Dash removal Instruction for all of you ready to fix your heater
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 3 Feb 2003 19:30:40 -0500
  ...Next pull out the switches by pressing >the tabs to release them from the cluster. The cluster should lift out >and remove the big...
• Re: Idle issue? Any update?
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Fri, 22 May 2020 19:27:11 -0700
  ...years. > I can look up how I set all the DIP switches on the servo if you think > that's where you are having...
• Re: Radiator fan debacle (86 Vanagon)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 21 Jul 2006 14:15:31 -0400
  ...It should be noted that the low pressure cut out switches do not complelty protect the system. They are located on the high side...
• Syncro Westy For Sale
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Fri, 9 Feb 2007 11:36:02 -0800
  ...air filter, fuel filer, german oil filter), and adjustment of throttle switches. This Vanagon has been lovingly owned by experienced Vanagon owners. They have...
• Inspected radiator in place with endoscope Was: Unusual Vanagon D radiator sidetank baffle failure
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 14 Jul 2016 05:15:59 +0000
  ...I drained the coolant, and unscrewed the thermo switches for the radiator fan so I could peek into the radiator. The inside of the...
• =?utf-8?Q?Re:_All_wipers_on,_won=E2=80=99t_turn_off_=28fixed!=29?=
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 24 Aug 2021 15:21:52 -0700
  ...story is that >> >> >> depressing >> >> >>>> the >> >> >>>>> stalk, or pulling back on it, switches between front wash and rear >> >> >>> wash ( >> >> >>>>> and wipe). >> >> >>>>>> >> >> >>>>>> Neutral position between two...
• Re: Considering sale of Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Sat, 1 Mar 2014 07:57:58 -0500
  ...These are about >> 40% worn. >> >> >> Incidentals which are included: >> >> * Some spares, including fair amount of stuff for the >> instrument panel (switches, flexible circuit >> strips...
• Re: it's cold in MT and my van won't start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 2 Nov 2011 19:41:54 -0700
  ...there are two styles of throttle switches on an 85.. the 'early' with two crude looking swtiches hung on top of the throttle body...
• Re: Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:08:34 -0600
  ...switched back since.  And yes I carry at least two headlight switches just > in case, never needed yet.  The box area under the rear...
• Re: WBX Recommendations Sought
  Historical mailing list - John Schwartz
  Thu, 29 May 2014 07:50:18 -0700
  ...Also, you may consider installing an oil pressure and temp senders/switches... Also, no mention of your fuel lines.... it goes with our saying...
• Re: Oil Buzzer advice
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 22:00:45 -0500
  ...If it doesn't see that indication it sounds the audible alarm and flashes the led. > > > > There are 2 oil switches. The second switch...
• Re: .9 bar oil pressure sender replacement oil, filters, exhaust options. Motor mounts
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 6 Mar 2015 18:37:23 -0500
  ...Radiator fan switches have been OK, engine sensors not, and don’t bother with their thermostats. I had one water pump fail with the...
• Re: Low compression, more test results-busaid inying used vans!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 9 Sep 2012 15:51:25 -0700
  ...I can't say I know what the 'real' oil pressure it, not having had a guage on it ...but the OP switches are...
• $10 Westy Sink Faucet Modification
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 28 Sep 2002 15:42:32 -0300
  ...A big drawback is that when the water switches to off, the water sucks back through the hose as gravity returns the water to...
• 1985 westy a/c problem-insuficent cooling r-12 system
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Tue, 19 Apr 2005 17:30:31 -0700
  ...BD to get some from Larry,at South East Air.These switches will prevent the described destruction of your compressor($10). Strange noises were...
• Re: GPS Recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Sun, 28 Mar 2010 15:55:12 -0400
  ...same lead that switches my radio. That way I can charge the unit, and use it for hiking or biking around the camp area...
• Re: Electrical gremlin dash brake light
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 25 Apr 2021 12:45:31 -0400
  ...The earlier vans relied on the brake light switches to detect a loss of pressure on one circuit. Downside of that is you didn...
• new Limbo want ads: buses for sale
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Sun, 09 Oct 94 00:58:27 CDT
  ...assemblies and lenses for 68-79 buses; turn signal and washer switches from 73 bus $65; sliding door hardware, doors & glass and other misc...
• Re: Power mirror and lock maintenance?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 12 Aug 2007 12:10:47 -0700
  ...Don't worry about the power window switches yet at this point. 5) Get a suitable putty knife or flat head screw driver and...
• Re: Swapping clock for Tach in an 84? a bit long.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 10 Oct 2009 20:50:51 -0700
  ...on when it sees ground ( low oil pressure ) > the high pressure switches are opposite ............if it's open to the > switch, that turns on...
• Re: Help Needed, On the Road
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 24 Jul 2007 16:48:02 -0500
  ...The new switches are like $10 and are used on a ton of VW's, so access in semi remot places may not be...
• Re: Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:42:44 -0700
  ...I connected the brake wires in parallel with the two brake light switches under the instrument cluster. 4. The light connection was teed into...
• Re: more information on engine swap/fuel pump woes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 11 May 2012 15:04:50 -0700
  ...is to run the fuel pump .. >> downstream of all relays and switches that control it. >> as a test. >> >> open rear hatch, >> remove engine cover...
• Re: Vanagon Radiator Fan Resistor Available at Van-Again
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 9 Aug 2011 18:58:42 -0700
  ...These two wires are fed by two switches, RAD FAN THERMO SW 1 and RAD FAN THERMO SW 2. Wire 1 has a rectangular...
• Suggestions to improve Westy A/C airflow
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Wed, 29 Jul 2009 17:29:53 -0700
  ...The engineers then went to roll down the rear windows and > found that the US BMW folks disabled the rear window switches. After 45...
• Re: Back from trip
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 31 Aug 2021 22:03:34 -0700
  ...My temp sensor is at the pulley end of engine, where one of the stock pressure sender/switches used to go. I haven’t...
• Re: Volksiebus - 88 Transporter - Rough Running Engine
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sat, 18 Jan 2014 10:50:07 -0500
  ...Throttle body switches out of limits and need adjusting. >>> >>> Anyone have any ideas about this? >>> >>> Thanks, >>> >>> John >>
• Re: 87 Cruise Control--followup
  Historical mailing list - David Vickery
  Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:37:55 -0800
  ...first > several > >> checks, including the tests for the clutch and > brake > >> switches.� Since I passed those tests, obviously > the > >> fuse is fine and the...
• are your front doorpanels warped or wavy? easy fix. read and save!!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 19 May 2008 13:13:14 EDT
  ...first, remove the doorpanel..and remove all accessories from the doorpanel (speakers, pockets, switches) then you'll need to remove the little plastic clips...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:27:18 -0700
  ...I almost never see oil pressure switches fail. How many miles are on the engine ? what weight oil is in it ? if it's...
• Re: Now Preventative Maintenance, Was Do U carry spare ECU?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:41:59 -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: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 5 Apr 2012 01:05:43 -0400
  ...I could try replacing the two oil pressure switches. From what I've read this sounds fairly difficult (or expensive, if I have a...
• Re: Air-cooled to Water-cooled? --long read for those contemplating
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 11:16:23 -0600
  ...mounted and connected the radiator and connected up the fans and switches. 7. prepped my engine for the actual install double checking everything with...
• Re: 2.2 Rebuild Questions
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:28:02 -0600
  ...did the black one when I did the > thermostat) > Oil Pressure switches > O2 sensor > Fuel lines > > What other machining will I need besides the...
• Re: Headlight wiring harnesses and voltage drops
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 21 Oct 1999 07:08:02 -0700
  ...high powered lamps in our Vanagons with out melting >> our headlight switches. >> >> This kit will run a direct, fused, line to the positive terminal...
• Daily Drivers
  Historical mailing list - Dan Eggert
  Thu, 10 May 2001 22:11:23 -0500
  ...So far I had to put in a new cold start valve and then new brake light switches. There is a few small problems...
• Re: So thar I was (Engine wouldn't start)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 4 Dec 2007 13:43:14 -0800
  Where's a fellow get one-a them remote starter switches? What be the best way to hook it up if it's 35F...
• Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Mon, 10 Sep 2007 22:38:39 -0400
  ...rich. >> (Yup -- slowly climbs to about .45mV). >> 3> When the ECU switches to closed loop operation the Dot swings back and >> forth rapidly. (Yup...
• Re: Is something killing my starters?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 26 Jun 2016 18:58:28 -0400
  ...Basically, they compensate for our poorly designed and old worn out wiring and switches. Over the past 2 years I have installed a number...
• Re: Heater Refurbished Still Questions
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 30 Jan 2005 23:21:55 -0600
  ...Power Draw was evident. >>>-Swapped switches, still no go. >>>-Toes still cold in stop and go traffic. >>> >>>I asked you wonderful volks out there...
• Horn Ring Replacement - Tips and Tricks
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 14 May 2011 09:50:23 -0500
  ...I was missing somthing The clearance between the column switches and the back of the horn ring are very close - like maybe 1/8...
• 1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg, WLE For Sale - Not Running
  Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
  Tue, 14 Jun 2005 02:53:21 EDT
  ...I’ve installed a couple handy switches you might be interested in. One cuts off the A/C compressor for short term use while...
• Re: WBX Recommendations Sought
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 29 May 2014 08:31:02 -0400
  ...Also, you may consider installing an oil > pressure and temp senders/switches... > > Also, no mention of your fuel lines.... it goes with our saying...
• Re: Considering sale of Syncro Westy
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Sat, 1 Mar 2014 19:44:23 -0800
  ...These are about >>> 40% worn. >>> >>> >>> Incidentals which are included: >>> >>> * Some spares, including fair amount of stuff for the >>> instrument panel (switches, flexible circuit >>> strips...
• Re: oil light question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Wed, 1 Jan 2014 11:30:59 -0500
  ...I have no way to hook up a gauge at present but I will soon and I intend to replace both the pressure switches...
• Re: Starting system quirk - diagnosis help needed
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Mon, 17 Feb 2014 08:51:35 -0500
  ...I do not proactively replace ignition switches, as I find the bulk of those available today to have a very high failure rate. -craig...
• Re: Vanagon running on vegetable oil
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 26 Aug 2005 10:01:46 -0700
  ...the > dashboard that allows him to change fuels while driving. > > Clark switches back to diesel fuel just before shutting off his > engine. He still...
• Re: Effectiveness of cooling system flush and clean products?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Ohana
  Fri, 7 Jun 2013 15:49:30 -0700
  ...Remove the temp switches and look in there, before and > after you use whatever flushing chemicals you want to try. > What you see in...
• Re: 1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg, WLE For Sale - Not Running
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 14 Jun 2005 12:33:55 -0500
  ...I’ve installed a couple handy switches >you might be interested in. One cuts off the A/C compressor for short term >use while...
• Re: Oil pressure light in 1.9l at idle
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Mon, 2 Jan 2012 20:49:45 -0500
  ...I've ordered one of these switches anyways just in > case my current switch is bad, but the behavior I'm seeing rules out...
• Re: Dometic won't light troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:16:26 -0700
  ...my >> garage with the fridge door propped shut and the 120 switches set. >> Put a beer inside as an offering to to Gods of...
• 1988 Vanagon Wolfsburg, WLE For Sale - Not Running
  Historical mailing list - Jim Davis
  Mon, 11 Jul 2005 22:12:33 EDT
  ...I’ve installed a couple handy switches you might be interested in. One cuts off the A/C compressor for short term use while...
• Re: OT Fri. more on my Poor Man's Syncro (Astro/Safari) a sort of review..long
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 06:41:41 -0700
  ...turning on the key and listening to the 'warning tones" flipping switches and pushing buttons for 'automatic' power locks and stuff...One must spend...
• Re: Jetta swap: Check Engine Light Install Electrical Questions
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:20:29 -0700
  ...expects to see an LED ) only is ground, when the ECU switches it to ground inside the ECU. if it supplies a ground, that...
• Re: more information on engine swap/fuel pump woes
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 11 May 2012 20:29:25 -0400
  ...is to run the fuel pump .. >>> downstream of all relays and switches that control it. >>> as a test. >>> >>> open rear hatch, >>> remove engine cover...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:03:31 -0500
  ...Still, maybe I should just change the oil and try a German filter. > > > > I could try replacing the two oil pressure switches. From what...
• Re: [WetWesties] i went to alaska and for got my bus - no not really - but somebody did
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Fri, 7 Mar 2014 12:33:52 -0800
  ...went to the bins, brought out a box of knobs and > switches, dumped them on the counter and said "Go ahead, find the one...
• Re: Won't start
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 25 Nov 2012 17:43:46 -0800
  ...I'll research remote starter switches. From its name I can guess it's function but I'm not familiar with them. Thx again...
• Re: wiring auxiliary battery
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Fri, 26 May 2000 17:58:15 EDT
  ...The next-simplest way is a relay (which is just an electrically-operated switch) hooked up so that it automatically switches "on" when the...