[Vwdiesel] What's this part on my '84 Quantum TD?

[LBaird119 at aol.com]

In a message dated 10/29/2006 7:53:05 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
AndrewBuc at staxman.net writes:

> What does the mechanism of which this clip (for lack of a better word) 
> is a part do? Is the socket likely to break entirely in normal 
> operation of the car? So far it hasn't, but I've driven the car only a 
> short distance. How bad would the consequences be if it did? In any 
> event, I want to replace the clip. Can anyone give me a name and VW 
> part number for it? Thanks in advance.
> 

  It's a link for cruise control.  The actuator/diaphragm 
connects to the black, socket end and the other to the pump 
if I recall correctly.  My 5K has a setup just like that and I was 
REALLY happy to come across a replacement when the clippies 
brok out of the socket on mine!
     Loren