Date:         Fri, 28 Mar 2008 05:35:17 -0500
Reply-To:     Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Radio Install
Comments: To: Paul Guzyk <paullist08@guzyk.com>
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On Fri, Mar 28, 2008 at 12:23 AM, Paul Guzyk <paullist08@guzyk.com> wrote:

> I've done it on 84's and up, it may work on all Vanagons though.
>
> The grey wire powers the "you left your keys in the ignition"
> buzzer/mexican hat dance when you open the door.
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> By wiring radio this way no stress on the ignition coil ECU etc as
> you would with key set to ON position but engine not running.
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> >What year did that start Paul?
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> >On Thu, Mar 27, 2008 at 10:03 PM, Paul Guzyk
>  ><<mailto:paullist08@guzyk.com>paullist08@guzyk.com> wrote:
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> >I've used the Grey/black wire from the key switch for radio ACC power.
> >
> >It's +12V whenever you INSERT A KEY into the ignition, no need to
> >turn the key.
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> >when you remove your keys, radio goes off. This way you won't
> >accidentally leave the radio on and drain your battery.
> >
>

OK...Sounds like it will work. I saw something along these lines in the
archives. Just afraid to burn out my unit with my expansive skills with
electrical components. :-)
Can I give you a call, Paul? My number is 210-863-3195 CST and I'm awake
now(5:30AM). Thx to all for the advice.

--
Michael in San Antonio
91GL AT 'Gringo'