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• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 27 Aug 2006 13:21:10 -0500
  ...Their real bargain is in their air tools for the casual user (a fraction of the price of sears or home depot) BUT check...
• Re: Transaxel tool
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 15 Jan 2014 09:10:07 -0600
  ...John On 1/15/2014 8:08 AM, Project Pat wrote: > Home Depot is barely a tool or hardware store. > > I don't know...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 07:15:23 -0700
  ...Toolkit > > > > > > >Hi, > > > > > >When we go on a trip with the Westfalia, I grab a bunch of tools put it all > > in > > >an old sock...
• Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 23 Aug 2016 17:16:24 -0400
  Hi Folks, I tried to use the info provided to find this tool and replacement rings or a ring assortment but kept coming up...
• Re: Axle Rebuild Notes & Wrenches
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Fri, 28 Jan 2000 13:32:05 EST
  ...The shame of it is that a lot of excellent tools are lining the dens of tool collectors instead of living a life of...
• Re: Axle Rebuild Notes & Wrenches
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Sat, 5 Feb 2000 12:31:17 -0800
  ...The shame of it is that a lot of excellent tools are lining the dens of tool collectors instead of living a life of...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 9 Nov 2012 17:45:33 -0600
  ...Craftsman Tools at Stores Other Than Sears > > > > I now see Craftsman branded tools at Costco and now others mention Ace. > > And I think I...
• Tools and parts for Baja trip plus
  Historical mailing list - Nomadix
  Thu, 14 Aug 2014 19:29:49 -0700
  ...But don't know all the tools I need????? curious to input on other adventures and what u suggest. I believe this is good...
• Re: Tool for Subie/VW engine replacement
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Wed, 30 May 2012 17:34:47 -0700
  ...viewing this week's Harbor Freight tools ad, I came across what > looks like the perfect tool for lifting our motors in and out...
• Re: Adjustable armrests
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Fri, 17 Nov 2000 17:01:44 GMT
  The tool is called a "drift punch." I purchased one at Ace Hardware, didn't cost very much as I recall. The size is...
• Re: Inner Tie Rod Tool. Work on Vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:34:43 -0700
  ...I was thinking that tool could be used with a torque wrench. Any crow foot tools I see locally are always part of a...
• Re: 12-point tool
  Historical mailing list - Berry Kercheval
  Wed, 15 May 1996 17:15:48 PDT
  >>>vwbus@tcpbbs.com said: > BTW K-D tools make a good quality > triple square as well, brobably a bit cheaper than that "gold-plated...
• Re: The three classes of Vanagons..(long)
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Thu, 5 Jul 2007 09:10:44 -0700
  ...David ____________________________________________________________________________________ Get the Yahoo! toolbar and be alerted to new email wherever you're surfing. http://new.toolbar.yahoo.com/toolbar/features/mail/index...
• Re: [WetWesties] Storage accessory. Very useful.
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 22 Dec 2010 11:49:39 -0800
  ...Neat Stuff from Duluth Trading For those that missed an earlier thread the tool rools from Duluth Trading are also an ideal solution for...
• Online tool source?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 8 Dec 1998 10:11:00 -0800
  ...Any recommendations as to online measuring tool sources (e.g., micrometers, dial gauges, etc.) required for rebuilding a (OVWContent) Vanagon engine? --------------------------------------------------------------------- Tom Young young...
• dijijet tool instructions?
  Historical mailing list - Seth F Gordon
  Sat, 10 Apr 1999 01:54:07 -0400
  Dijijet tool plans. Can anyone tell me where to find them online? I checked the archives and the link to Darrel Boehler's site...
• Re: Another good deal on tools
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Fri, 26 Nov 1999 15:27:47 -0700
  ...Kobalt tools can be purchased on the web at http://www.kobalttools.com/kt1/default.asp
• Re: CV Joint Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Tom Smith
  Tue, 29 Aug 2000 22:21:17 EDT
  ...Sort of a special tool which can be bought off of Mac & Snap-on tool trucks. Tom Smith
• 17mm trans drain tool
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 02:13:54 -0600
  ...but someone was looking for tool get 17mm drain plug out of tranmission.. here one.. scrool down to near bottom of the page.. http...
• DIY Clutch centering tool?
  Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
  Tue, 28 Mar 2006 07:10:12 +0200
  ...Can I make a DIY clutch centering tool? /JJ
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:41:35 -0700
  ...I generally buy the best tool I can afford when I need it & I don't fear HF tools. Rob becida@comcast.net At...
• Re: Cool Tools for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 5 Jun 2012 17:54:56 -0700
  ...Here is the "professional" tool: http://www.amazon.com/KD-Tools-Radiator-Pinch-Off-Pliers/dp/B000O3NACS I own two that I purchased for...
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Mon, 12 Jun 2006 18:17:20 -0400
  ...I >> > usually figure for every project there is a 60% parts and 40% tools >> > budget...so when I don't have to buy tools...
• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 26 Aug 2006 23:17:31 -0700
  ...I would say in most cases a cheap tool is better than no tool. If you don't have a store within driving distance...
• Re: Where to find a metric brake line flaring tool ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 4 Mar 2008 23:49:08 -0500
  ...Where to find a metric brake line flaring tool ? >>Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2008 08:32:32 -0500 >> >>David, >>I bought my tool at...
• Re: The right tool for a clean cut?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 27 May 2011 21:44:37 -0700
  ...a pliers like tool, with a razor blade on one side..and a V groove on the other, that the hose lays in while...
• transmission/front differential filler bolt removal
  Historical mailing list - The CiKaspers
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 14:43:50 -0700
  ...haynes shows some two-ended hex tool (looks like a dealer tool :^( ) being manipulated with an open-ended wrench. what are the sizes of...
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 21:47:31 -0400
  About 2 years ago I went to the Sears "Appliance and Tools" place that was near me. I bought a 1/4" drive socket...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 24 May 2001 13:21:36 -0700
  ...wrote: > >Actually if you have a Home Depot, they have Husky tools, better than Sears > >craftsman and the same guarantee. JMHO > > > >Mike > > I was...
• Re: tie rode end remover followup Q
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Tue, 16 Mar 2004 17:03:08 EST
  ...They require a deposit equal to the cost of the tool, but once the tool is returned the deposit is refunded. I have a...
• Re: rear hatch panel clip removal on 90 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 2 Oct 2005 08:45:54 -0500
  ...What is the best way to pop them out? � Will a trim tool help? TIA, >> This is where "the right tool for the right...
• Re: Air tools....
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 20 May 2016 22:12:59 +0000
  ...What other air tools should be in my tool chest? tim in san jose -- Where ever you are, there you be. Unless you're...
• Tool trick..(not Xmas related)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 24 Dec 2009 21:29:50 -0800
  ...Tried all manner of pry techniques and BFFI, too. (BFFI= Brute Force and _______ing Ignorance) Then I recalled my handy dandy dandelion garden tool...
• Cool Tool for Rusty Nuts, etc.
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Sat, 9 Nov 2013 10:51:44 -0800
  My Snap-On man just gave me a demo of this inductive heating tool for loosening frozen nuts. Pretty cool (hot?). http://www.theinductor...
• 84 westy - propane valve
  Historical mailing list - karen d
  Mon, 12 Jul 2004 14:23:34 -0700
  Which way do you turn for on and off? Is off counter clockwise? _________________________________________________________________ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar � get it...
• Re: 12 Point CV Tool Size?
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:14:20 +0000
  ...My first one was from KD tools, off a rack at a Foreign Car Parts Place JohnLiMBO
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 16:30:43 -0700
  if we're still talking about a minimal tool kit, I never carry a torque wrenches, or wrenches. I mean ...like if you are...
• Re: Rear axle nut socket
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Fri, 4 Jul 2003 13:07:58 -0700
  Understand that striking the tool with a hammer is the same as striking your bearings with a hammer. Dimples races are not a good...
• Re: Swage Bit + Bolt for Pop Top Cable. Strong enough?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 16:02:34 -0400
  ...The fittings were copper and the tool had a slot gauge attached to make sure that the fitting was adequately swaged. The tool I...
• drive shaft removal - 12 pt. star tool
  Historical mailing list - Rik Santos
  Tue, 20 Jul 1999 20:20:21 -0400
  don't know if this bears mentioning, but i recently found myself 120 miles from my tool box in order to pull a tranny...
• Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Charles Duvall
  Thu, 24 May 2001 09:29:45 -0700
  Hello All, As a new Westy owner wondering what the list would suggest as a starter set/must have's for tools? I've...
• Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Thu, 19 Jan 2006 18:49:28 -0500
  ...After futzing around for years with other tools, I finally bought one. It is one of the most useful tools I ever bought...I...
• Tools
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 18:01:25 -0800
  ...I went to my tool bag and found something missing.... http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa190/becida/Tools/Tools.jpg The extra visegrips I...
• Re: Another good deal on tools
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 26 Nov 1999 16:20:08 -0600
  one thing to consider when trying to buy tools: how do i get hold of the seller to enact the warranty? or to buy...
• A happy end to the Ball Joint Saga..
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delasalle
  Sun, 18 Jun 2000 22:23:49 -0500
  ...I borrowed the ball joint tool from autozone - and that was way way too big. After my last post on this subject & following up...
• Re: Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:13:00 -0700
  On Jan 31, 2007, at 12:30 PM, Robert Fisher wrote: > In my experience the tool you leave behind is exactly the one > you...
• Re: Off topic Friday question on switches...
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 16 May 2014 19:27:20 -0400
  ...I found a normal power tool switch >in my box, rated for a bigger motor than this tool I am working on >now...but...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:41:43 -0600
  ...I went to my tool bag and found something missing.... http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa190/becida/Tools/Tools.jpg The extra visegrips I...
• Re: tool source
  Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 12:05:55 -0600
  ...If the thread is > lightly damaged, you can use a tool called a thread file. This tool is > also great foe wheel studs. KD...
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Ellis
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 10:56:29 -0800
  ...Every tool and spare part that I can imagine and the > rescue volunteer list. > > 1972-1983.5: Most every tool and a few typically...
• Van related purchases today
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan 'Snuggles' Edwards
  Fri, 14 Jun 1996 13:37:54 -0400 (EDT)
  hey now, i went shopping today...for tools...spent a bit of money. i'm getting my phase 1 tool kit together per Mr...
• panel removal tool (re:slider lock)
  Historical mailing list - Matt Goike
  Thu, 13 Jul 1995 18:01:59 -0400
  ...whitney has a cheapie tool made for panel removal - bent and forked/notched with plastic around the forks. don't have the catalog here...
• Where to find a metric brake line flaring tool ?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 3 Mar 2008 22:03:16 -0800
  Where is a good source to find a metric brake line flaring tool and fittings? Thanks in advance! David Marshall http://www.hasenwerk.ca...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 07:06:27 -0500
  ...I don't have Harbor Phobia when it comes to buying tools, as a majority of my traveling tool kit that is stuffed into...
• Re: chrome window moulding
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 7 Aug 2005 12:38:26 -0500
  ...tool. >(Some FLAPS have this tool also, check any local NAPA) > > >Spray the rubber with a load of WD-40 and using the tool...
• Re: tools and stress LVC (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
  Thu, 20 Feb 2003 11:22:51 EST
  I'm with Stan -- make the new tool and show it off to your friends. (Maybe even sell it on ebay). I make tons...
• Re: flexible Borescope?
  Historical mailing list - joel walker
  Fri, 27 Apr 2007 18:12:03 -0500
  ...http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/tools.asp?tool=all&Group_ID=1414&store=snapon-store :) wonder if you can actually see anything with the...
• Re: Rotator Rachet Tool for the Vanagon Mechanic in your life
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 5 Aug 2009 15:16:54 -0400
  ...I really wanted this tool to work, but when you ask a >tool to do a few things they never do one thing right...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 20:54:39 -0800
  ...Crimp on connectors and crimping tool, 8 oz ball peen hammer with handle shortened to fit in the 30 cal GI ammo box. Shop...
• Reviews of Harbor Freight Tools products
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:55:58 -0400
  ...Edward http://harborfreightreviews.com/ http://www.toolcrib.com/blog/2008/08/buyer-beware-a-harbor-freight-buying-guide-the-good-enough-the-bad-and...