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  • Re: Bluestar project progress-small problems
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Thu, 2 May 2013 17:39:28 -0400
    ...the temp two sensors, the connector for the two oil pressure switches. There is also wiring for the AC compressor and AC power going...
  • Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
    Historical mailing list - Thomas Pfrommer
    Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:38:53 -0700
    ...housing, you do need to remove the steering wheel, and the switches at > the top of the steering column, then you can remove the...
  • Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - Sorry Bout That
    Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
    Fri, 13 Sep 2002 21:15:25 -0500
    ...Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator, Hoses and a few switches. I also worked for Triangle Engineering, multiple condenser, and the same simple system is used in...
  • Re: Volksiebus - 88 Transporter - Rough Running Engine
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Sat, 18 Jan 2014 11:52:10 -0600
    ...Throttle body switches out of limits and need adjusting. >>>>> >>>>> Anyone have any ideas about this? >>>>> >>>>> Thanks, >>>>> >>>>> John >>>> >> > . >
  • Re: Total loss, RIP
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Fri, 23 Feb 2018 09:02:42 -0800
    ...Wiring devices, (receptacles, switches, > etc.) are wear items and replacements are also available in a number of > different grades. GFCI devices are used to...
  • Re: battery questions
    Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
    Wed, 31 Mar 2004 17:12:26 -0800
    ...things do and > don't have a positive voltage beyond their switches or relays. > > hradek@YAHOO.COM > > Steve, > make it simple. Pull the fuse...
  • Adding Dometic Fans by Bill Davidson
    Historical mailing list - Marshall
    Sat, 8 Jun 2002 22:21:37 -0500
    ...I also eliminated the thermo switches on the > Fridgemate fans by cutting the white plastic tubes on which they mount to > about 1/8...
  • Fwd: [T2] A few VW's for sale... (long)
    Historical mailing list - Anthony Bailey
    Thu, 23 May 2002 17:11:34 -0500
    ...Very nice black steering wheel, correct >'67 only knobs and switches, turn signal/hi-beam switch, speedo and >fuel gauge, pretty nice condition correct...
  • Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
    Historical mailing list - Jack R.
    Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:49:05 -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: Vanagon Woes
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Fri, 21 May 2010 14:46:16 -0700
    ...lost freon and compressor failed, > propane leaked out, headlight switch, heater switches both melted, odometer > stopped counting, original Continental tires horribly cracked.....and on...
  • Re: Jetta swap: Check Engine Light Install Electrical Questions
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:11:08 -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: found some freon 12 should I recharge old AC
    Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
    Tue, 14 Apr 2020 12:23:44 -0500
    ...The > > > 85 does not have much in the way of safeties and even better > > > systems this will often result in blown compressors, hoses, switches...
  • Diff Lock Air Switch Importation (& other special syncro parts)
    Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
    Tue, 28 Aug 2001 11:30:08 -0400
    ...As promised in an email about two weeks ago I have prices and availability for the importation of the VDO syncro-specific air switches...
  • Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery! (UPDATE!)
    Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
    Wed, 8 Jul 2015 15:31:35 -1000
    ...I also like battery switches on my 'keeper' vehicles..the kind that has a big red 'key' on top. On 7/8/2015 2...
  • Re: [Syncro] Front AC installation - Sorry Bout That
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Sat, 14 Sep 2002 10:01:29 -0400
    ...Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator, Hoses and a few switches. >I also worked for Triangle Engineering, multiple condenser, and the same >simple system is used in...
  • Re: # Importance of pressure and temp monitoring (long)
    Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
    Tue, 13 Aug 2002 15:55:55 -0400
    ...Maybe use the integral pressure >switches with a buzzer, but have to make sure the >sender is working OK first. > >****** > >After we finished with...
  • Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
    Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
    Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:58:10 -0700
    ...The other circuit is the radiator >>>>>> circuit. >>>>>> The t-stat switches gradually over from one circuit to the other. >>>>>> The >>>>>> Heater >>>>>> circuit is something...
  • Re: 2.2 Rebuild Questions
    Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
    Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:27:39 -0500
    ...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: Electric problem in 2.1l
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:21:59 -0700
    ...housing, you do need to remove the steering wheel, and the switches at >> the top of the steering column, then you can remove the...
  • pirated article (FFFF): for older fixer-uppers. ;)
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Thu, 09 Feb 95 00:16:10 CST
    ...Don't forget, when the system is at rest, all the valves, (switches and relays) are closed, keeping the pressure areas separated. When restarting...
  • Re: Total loss, RIP
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Fri, 23 Feb 2018 12:18:50 -0500
    ...Wiring devices, (receptacles, switches, >> etc.) are wear items and replacements are also available in a number of >> different grades. GFCI devices are used to...
  • Digifant dashboard analysis tool you are making
    Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
    Fri, 26 Jun 1998 07:37:05 -0400
    ...Some day my westy will have more gauges and switches than >a 747 if I live long enough. I want a 747 Westy too...
  • Re: Frydaye Air Sensors and Other Works of Friction
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Fri, 30 Sep 2005 23:13:01 -0500
    ...Don't forget, when the system is at rest, all the valves, (switches and relays) are closed, keeping the pressure areas separated. When restarting...
  • Re: found some freon 12 should I recharge old AC
    Historical mailing list - David McNeely
    Tue, 14 Apr 2020 10:38:37 -0700
    ...The > > > > 85 does not have much in the way of safeties and even better > > > > systems this will often result in blown compressors, hoses, switches...
  • Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
    Wed, 11 Mar 2009 23:25:32 -0500
    ...The other circuit is the >>>>>>> radiator >>>>>>> circuit. >>>>>>> The t-stat switches gradually over from one circuit to the >>>>>>> other. >>>>>>> The >>>>>>> Heater >>>>>>> circuit is something...
  • Re: 1.9l with 23psi @ 4000 rpm
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 20:12:51 -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: oil pressure -- next round
    Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
    Fri, 18 May 2007 00:53:25 -0300
    ...switch they provide a couple of last thoughts bad gauge wrong switches stuck oil relief plunger Call me if you like and we can...
  • Re: Dometic Improvements Adding Fans
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Mon, 26 Apr 1999 20:55:34 -0700
    ...I also eliminated the thermo switches on the Fridgemate fans by cutting the white plastic tubes on which they mount to about 1/8...
  • Re: My poor MPG, O2 sensor seems okay
    Historical mailing list - Todd Last
    Tue, 11 Sep 2007 15:28:03 +0000
    ...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: Fuel hose size
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 3 Aug 2020 10:49:43 -0600
    ...And for the equipment that does many like the lights have the fuses after the switches. So much wiring before. I have seen both...
  • Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
    Historical mailing list - Steven Sittser
    Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:39:08 -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: Vanagon Woes
    Historical mailing list - Doug
    Fri, 21 May 2010 16:23:09 -0700
    ...lost freon and compressor failed, > propane leaked out, headlight switch, heater switches both melted, > odometer > stopped counting, original Continental tires horribly cracked.....and on...
  • Re: Bucking, hesitation between 1500 and 2500 RPM when hot
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Mon, 9 Feb 2009 20:38:54 -0800
    ...thermostat >> housing.......it's >> a critical input to the ECU. >> >> throttle switches are often off........you should at least check that. >> Pretty easy to...
  • Re: Bluestar project progress-small problems
    Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
    Thu, 2 May 2013 23:12:32 -0400
    ...it is properly connected. > >> the >> connector for the two oil pressure switches.............................................................OK > >> There is also wiring for the AC >> compressor and AC power...
  • Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Wed, 25 Jul 2007 21:11:37 -0700
    ...The ECU switches the path > to the chassis in response the hall sensor. Basic ignition coil operation > even back to points. Points closed or...
  • for campers: Propane Safety
    Historical mailing list - J. Walker
    Tue, 01 Nov 94 10:55:51 CST
    ...Using electrical switches may create sparks. Be sure to turn off the gas range. 3. Without creating a panic, get everyone out of the...
  • Re: Cruise Control
    Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
    Sun, 14 Sep 2008 11:59:31 -0400
    ...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: ruined my dash
    Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
    Tue, 14 Jan 2003 18:47:01 -0800
    ...the instrument pod--the one that housing the headlight and hazard switches and insturments-- was cracked in the area of the headlight switch. Also...
  • LED HeadLights for 86-91 was Head light mystery
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:03:50 -0600
    ...Mechanically operated switches fit that requirement. The is also why there is separate fusing foe each lamp filament. American vehicles use self-resetting breakers...
  • Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 11 Mar 2009 21:53:59 -0700
    ...The other circuit is the radiator >>>>> circuit. >>>>> The t-stat switches gradually over from one circuit to the other. The >>>>> Heater >>>>> circuit is something...
  • Moderator Re: Vanagon Woes
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Fri, 21 May 2010 20:35:36 -0400
    ...lost freon and compressor failed, >>propane leaked out, headlight switch, heater switches both melted, >>odometer >>stopped counting, original Continental tires horribly cracked.....and on...
  • Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:10:15 -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: Frydaye Air Sensors and Other Works of Friction
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Sat, 1 Oct 2005 00:05:39 -0700
    ...t forget, when the system is at rest, all the valves, (switches > and > relays) are closed, keeping the pressure areas separated. When > restarting the...
  • Re: 1.9l with 23psi @ 4000 rpm
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 18:25:17 -0800
    ...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: Dual Battery Relay - Part 2 (long)
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Sun, 31 Jan 1999 18:35:24 -0800
    ...battery, and not for starting the motor. >VW installed a relay trigger circuit in the camper. >(Trigger circuit means, it switches relays on and...
  • Re: Blinking coolant level light
    Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
    Mon, 4 Sep 2006 11:53:23 -0700
    ...In the past 18 months, we have crushed and discarded several thousand dollars in Turn Signal and Headlight Switches, along with several different relays...
  • Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Thu, 26 Jul 2007 08:43:56 -0700
    ...The ECU switches the > >path > > > to the chassis in response the hall sensor. Basic ignition coil > >operation > > > even back to points. Points closed or...
  • Re: 1991 Carat AC System servicing Failed trinary switch
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Sat, 1 Oct 2016 09:39:26 -0500
    ...nitrogen to test for leaks and also see if the pressure switches work enough to at least get the system started. > > Dennis > > > > -----Original Message...
  • Re: Volksiebus - 88 Transporter - Rough Running Engine
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Sat, 18 Jan 2014 12:52:35 -0600
    ...Throttle body switches out of limits and need adjusting. >>>>>> >>>>>> Anyone have any ideas about this? >>>>>> >>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>> >>>>>> John >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>> . >> >>
  • Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Thu, 26 Jul 2007 12:51:58 -0700
    ...The ECU switches the > >path > > > to the chassis in response the hall sensor. Basic ignition coil > >operation > > > even back to points. Points closed or...
  • Re: Strange Vanagon problem in Belize
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
    Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:19:01 -0800
    ...don't get frequent intelligent competent service have non working throttle switches....even vans that have had many many dollars in parts thrown at...
  • Re: Fuel hose size
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Mon, 3 Aug 2020 23:16:34 +0000
    ...And for the equipment that does many like the lights have the fuses after the switches. So much wiring before. I have seen both...
  • vw parts and cars/vans/buses for sale
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 10 May 1999 15:33:06 EDT
    ...cigarette burned or worn ones ('85-up grey velour) -vanagon dash switches -tan westy doorpanels -blue velour vanagon captains chairs w/ armrests, fit ANY...
  • Re: Ultimate Fix #2
    Historical mailing list - Matt F
    Fri, 19 Oct 2001 21:38:49 -0400
    Heres some ideas for your next postings; 1) Properly inflating tires 2) Replacing leaky push rod tubes 3) Fixing heater switches 4) Repairing odometers...
  • Re: 1.9l with 23psi @ 4000 rpm
    Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
    Tue, 3 Jan 2012 19:05:22 -0800
    ...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: Oil pressure light and buzzer
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:58:56 -0700
    ...Still, maybe I should just change the oil and try a German filter. > > I could try replacing the two oil pressure switches. From what...
  • Fw: Dometic
    Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
    Tue, 18 Aug 1998 09:29:26 -0700
    ...I also eliminated the thermo switches on the > Fridgemate fans by cutting the white plastic tubes on which they mount to > about 1/8...
  • Fw: Dometic Fridge Fans
    Historical mailing list - Davidson
    Mon, 5 Jul 1999 21:58:05 -0700
    ...I also eliminated the thermo switches on the >Fridgemate fans by cutting the white plastic tubes on which they mount to >about 1/8...
  • Re: Advice on when to buy propane heater
    Historical mailing list - mccullough bob
    Sun, 12 Apr 2020 19:57:29 -0500
    ...as if it’s been running for an hour), then it switches the blowers on in the cab and warms the cab. We also...
  • Re: Takes a darn long time for the heater to come up to speed
    Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
    Wed, 11 Mar 2009 22:34:04 -0700
    ...The other circuit is the radiator >>>>>> circuit. >>>>>> The t-stat switches gradually over from one circuit to the other. The >>>>>> Heater >>>>>> circuit is something...