Simple Ignition part question

[DAIZEE]

I've looked at the threads mentionned in FAQ and I believe this is a job that I can do, especially with the help of the pics BUT I need to know where to order it from and what it is I'm looking for.

Often asked what year of Vanagon parts are for and when I say 83.5 , well data bases can't deal with the .5 so I usually keep it simple and say 84. Is that a correct answer or should I be saying an 83? What part am I actually wanting? ? ignition switch? parts store or dealer?

Thanks in advance. This is entirely my fault as I've been ignoring the symptoms Will carry a spare also.
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[Ahwahnee]

Are you referring to the electrical portion of the ignition switch?

If so:

Van Cafe

GoWesty

Bus Depot

You may even find a local source (p/n 171905865) as it is a pretty common VW item as I recall.

[DAIZEE]

Thanks for the part number. I will try to find one locally and if push comes to shove, will have to order from one of our favorites on line
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[NC Dude]

I've had the pleasure of reading some of your adventures and recommend buying 2-they are cheap to procure-toss one in the bug out kit

[DAIZEE]

Yes there will be at least 2 for sure! Been lookiing at Ben's pictures and people's comments. I can do this job. What I need to know and I guess I won't really find out until Monday is if I can buy them from local outlets or if I'll have to order them. >>>that will be a ggggrrr unless I jury rig it with wires until their arrival? Alas Napa Canada is not as good as Napa America. Will also call some of the repair shops I know who work on Vanagons.
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[kurt vonnagon]

DAIZEE it shouldn't take you more than 10:00 min. once you have your tools together.

[DAIZEE]

yep, maybe for you. For me I'd bill me 1 hour

I have part number from above but I still need to know if its a GENERIC part or a specific VW part and what years are all the same??????
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[dhaavers]

GoWesty's info says the same part works on all buses/vans from 1974-91...
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86 White Wolfsburg Westy Weekender
"The WonderVan"
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[crazyvwvanman]

You were given 3 links above. If you look at the third one it has a list of the vehicles and years that part fits.

Bus Depot


Mark

[DAIZEE]

ok, I assumed those 3 links were telling me the online vendors who carry it, so didn't look. If I can get it locally, its better for me. Online takes 7 to 14 days to arrive, not desireable up front.
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[crazyvwvanman]

It is ok to look at their catalogs, even if you don't plan to order from them.

Mark

[RCB]

DAIZEE, as long as you have a part number chances are you could take it to a local place and have them order it for you. Most parts houses have distribution centers that service repair shops so getting one shouldn't take but a day or two at most.
As mentioned,pick up an extra one just in case.

[DAIZEE]

okey doke, I consider my hands slapped This is one of the first problems, well maybe the 3rd that I am 101% to blame for. Now I'm really a present day Vanagoneer! Hopefully I've learned a lesson and take warnings seriously

Going to go out and ride my ebike now and try to stay out of trouble! The odds, well I wouldn't bet on me Thanks all.
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[NC Dude]

DAIZEE-while your in there-be sure to clean you whole horn ring-I forgot to do mine and it only works when I straighten out the wheel right now-5-10 more minutes of your time!
You can do this-its plug and pay

[DAIZEE]

Yes I will clean everything and grease or oil what should be lubricated. Trust me the whole job will take me longer than anyone else
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[randywebb]

the electrical portion of the ignition switch fails repeatedly -- there is a thread where a vendor is listed that carries a claimed more reliable one

it is not a vendor listed above and I dunno what thread, but do a search here to find it
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1986 2.1L Westy 2wd Auto Trans.

[DAIZEE]

Did title search and read thru 10 threads including Ben's. No real recommendations, read the Pelican's reviews and not good. As German Air Supply is local I'll talk with Scott, he has the Brazilian Kostal and also the genuine VW ones. I trust Scott and tho he prefers air cooled he is very familiar with Vanagons as well. I'm sure most are now made off shore and I think I'd rather Brazilian over Chinese manufacturing quality control issues.

Thanks for your inputs. Miss the van already!
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[Perales]

[DAIZEE]

the brand KOSTAL from Brazil was mentionned 3 times that I saw.
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'09 2.5L Jetta 5 cylinder, 5 spd, super turbo, see thread in H2O Cooled Jetta, etc...
83.5 Vanagon L Riviera Model with 98 1.9L TD AAZ 4 speed Daily Driver 3 out of 4 seasons (sold)
84 Vanagon GL Wolfsburg Westy WBX 4 speed (sold)

[randywebb]

no, that wasn't it - I saved the link in my browser but that computer died a week ago

if I find it on my laptop in a file I will post here
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1986 2.1L Westy 2wd Auto Trans.