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Re: Head removal difficulties
Historical mailing list
Mon, 10 Nov 1997 16:15:21 -0500
...If you can find and afford the VW tools, go for it. I on the other hand am on a tight budget and had...
Re: Toolkit
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Tue, 23 Nov 1999 11:36:06 -0500
...on a trip with the Westfalia, I grab a bunch of tools put it > all in > an old sock and put it under the...
Re: Fru-fru snap on.
Historical mailing list
Mon, 12 Mar 2001 10:21:27 EST
...If you depend on your tools to make a living, Craftsman won't cut it a lot of the time. Return policy is up...
Re: Nice low cost tools source
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Mon, 26 Jan 2004 13:57:57 -0600
...Nice low cost tools source In a message dated 1/26/04 2:09:32 PM Eastern Standard Time, wilden1-1@SBCGLOBAL.NET writes...
ball joints
Historical mailing list - Erik W. Burtis
Wed, 15 Nov 1995 20:39:16 -0400 (EDT)
...Is it possible or are there too many specialty tools? Erik Burtis 71 westy
oil pump
Historical mailing list - John Lunetta 1990 Vanagon GL
Thu, 16 Aug 2001 11:01:42 EDT
Does anyone know how to replace the oil pump on a 1990 GL 2.1, the easy way if there is, and the tools...
Re: tools to have onhand...
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Wed, 17 Nov 2010 21:49:38 -0600
I drive a lot - over 50K a year and can say the best 2 tools to take on the road are a cell phone...
Re: Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Wed, 31 Jan 2007 12:39:34 -0800
...Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you > > carry?? > > > > > >> Hi Chuck: > >> I have been asking that same question of the various lists...
Re: Instaboost 400 storage bag
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 1 Dec 2014 06:21:58 -0800
...I ended using the bag to carry loose hand tools and > carried my power tools in a crate. > > > > Instaboost most likely offers a proper...
Re: Spare Parts List - Input
Historical mailing list - Eric Nettles
Wed, 28 Aug 2002 22:51:10 -0600
...Spare Parts List - Input This is almost EXACTLY what I have in my van + a small assortment of tools and a first aid kit...
Re: pinch the fuel line?
Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:50:00 -0400
...Not sure if it was the tools fault or Sears. I never had any problem with the needle nose vice grips. Of course, you...
Re: Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 21 Jul 2013 11:46:20 -0400
At 11:43 AM 7/21/2013, Zeitgeist wrote: >Yes...friendly. Never met a BFH I didn't like We only have friendly hammers...
Test
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Wed, 16 Jul 1997 12:32:34 -0700
...Ron -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
Historical mailing list - Scott De Santi
Thu, 26 Oct 2000 23:07:10 EDT
With my van's history.... I just carry all of 'em... (sigh) Scott De Santi 86 Vanagon 2WD (The Wobbly Bus) Anchorage, Alaska
Re: Bluetec diesel - Urea
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Sat, 23 Feb 2008 10:02:35 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
Re: tools to have onhand...
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Wed, 17 Nov 2010 22:36:50 -0700
...2010 10:15 PM |To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM |Subject: Re: tools to have onhand... | |Understood - I pretty much travel between Milwaukee WI and...
How I got home from work (broken clutch cable)
Historical mailing list
Mon, 13 Nov 1995 20:30:53 -0800
...I've got the book (Bentley), I've got the tools (BIG bag of tools I lug around. Black bag. Looks like burglary tools...
Re: Where to get Axel wrench?
Historical mailing list - T Berk
Wed, 23 May 2001 17:16:07 -0700
...get my big tools from Sears, now they have a Home Depot right near by (politics aside) they have Husky tools that are made...
FS Ring Grove Cleaning Tools / 1/2" Torque Wrench
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 14 Jun 2002 20:28:50 -0500
For sale two ring grove cleaning tools: One tool is a Lesle, made in China , the shiny one. The other is a very old...
Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Sat, 10 Nov 2012 08:35:27 -0600
...mcneely > > DM&FS > > "On 11/9/2012 6:55 PM, Jim Felder wrote: > > I wouldn't worry about the quality of craftsman tools, it...
Re: pinch the fuel line?
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:22:54 -0700
...Not sure if it was the tools fault or > Sears. > > I never had any problem with the needle nose vice grips. > Of course, you...
Re: Tools and parts for Baja trip plus
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Fri, 15 Aug 2014 11:22:01 -0700
...I think 'tools' was asked about. How about such things as .. CV joint screw tool, ratchet and extension to go with it. a good...
Re: Cooling in Arizona
Historical mailing list - Loretta Abbott-Kennon
Wed, 23 May 2001 02:22:20 EDT
...tools you would be amazed at what a girl can do!!! Don't hesitate to write if you want some tips on what tools...
Re: ? Consequences of Broken Timing Belt (Diesel I4) ?
Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
Sat, 20 Oct 2001 13:42:04 -0600
Entity Matthew Pollard spoke thus: > I don't got any special tools. You don't need no stinkin' special tools. You can lever the...
Aw, heck. It's *almost* Friday...
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Thu, 14 Aug 1997 15:47:15 -0700
...http://www.conceptlab.com/simulator/ Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www...
Re: speaking of tools (was "Huge Nut on Rear Drum")
Historical mailing list - Jim A
Thu, 20 Jul 2000 17:26:16 -0700
Oh yeah... I forgot about that one. Jim Bob O'Shaughnessy wrote: > > Yup, typing with half a brain there. > > I was thinking of the...
Re: cylinder index (funny Friday hijinx)
Historical mailing list - Bill Marshall
Fri, 2 Aug 2002 09:10:45 EDT
Bummer, I'm 38 and my index is only 9 (van, jeep, lawnmower) But I got power tools out the wazoo!!!! grunt grunt grunt...
for sale: vanagon sliding side windows w/ screens
Historical mailing list
Mon, 9 Jun 2003 13:28:14 EDT
...easy to pop in w/ basic tools (screwdriver, rope) email w/ needs chris
Re: Anyone Ever Bore Out Rims At Home?
Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
Sat, 8 Jan 2011 15:23:11 -0800
Aluminum will clog most stones quite rapidly, and will adhere and cause terrible gauling on steel tools. The best tools for aluminum wheels are...
Re: Battery compartment
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Thu, 8 Sep 2016 20:26:42 +0000
...s supposed to be under the driver's seat. > > 2) what tools or technique is used to access the spare tire under the > front...
Metric fastener and fitting storehouse
Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
Fri, 15 Oct 2004 11:54:18 -0400
...FWIW i'm also checking to see if King Dick brand tools has T-shirts 8-) http://mdmetric.com/prod/kingdick/index.htm
Re: Brake Repair '81 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Joe L.
Tue, 21 Jul 1998 20:35:25 -0400
...If you have no tools BUY them. You are going to pay for tools anyway. One way you pay for your own tools, the...
Re: Tranny Jack opinions
Historical mailing list - Charlie Swanson
Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:00:13 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
Re: Diesel as carb/injector cleaner?
Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
Fri, 13 Sep 2002 15:41:17 -0500
...Just about any job is easier, faster, and safer with the right tools. Can you use diesel fuel? Probably, but I don't know...
Front disc replacement - '85 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
Wed, 27 Aug 2003 15:55:09 -0400
...As usual, the Bentley manual shows some special VW tools (which I don't have) for pressing stuff into the new hubs. I searched...
Re: removing side window & saving seals
Historical mailing list - don spence
Thu, 14 Oct 2004 09:33:21 -0600
You can make the tools from an old yardstick. Use liquid soap or dish detergent to lube the seals. WD40 may attack the seal...
Re: coolant hose replacement, now coolant distributor replacement
Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:56:29 -0500
...http://content.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00947390000P?vName=Automotive&cName=Tools+%26+Equipment&sName=Automotive+Specialty+Tools&filter=Brand%7CCraftsman%7CCraftsman...
Re: Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry
Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
Sat, 20 Jul 2013 17:09:11 -0600
> They do say that if you can't fix it with a hammer, then it's an electrical= > problem. Motto of American mechanic: "If...
Re: [WetWesties] Storage accessory. Very useful.
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Wed, 22 Dec 2010 11:49:39 -0800
...that missed an earlier thread the tool rools from Duluth Trading are also an ideal solution for compact storage of tools in our Vanagons.
Re: socket strength investigations...
Historical mailing list - JordanVw
Wed, 8 Apr 1998 10:31:17 EDT
...EDT, Pfunky@AOL.COM writes: << got a box full of shitty ol' Snap-on tools >> that's why they call them "Snap-Off's"
very rusty header bolts
Historical mailing list - insyncro
Tue, 18 Mar 2003 09:38:00 -0500
...I have access to many shop tools, just need to be pointed in the right direction. Thanks dylan
Re: Essential Tools
Historical mailing list - george jannini
Tue, 15 Apr 2003 16:13:58 -0400
To protect a Westy mattress, you can look for Naugahyde� or similar vinyl remnants in fabric stores. Comes in colours that match both gray...
gas prices
Historical mailing list - Erin Randolph
Wed, 25 Feb 2004 21:31:34 -0800
...http://antispam.yahoo.com/tools
Know any active Tiico forums?
Historical mailing list - P. Stanhope
Mon, 1 Mar 2004 09:35:31 -0800
...http://antispam.yahoo.com/tools
Re: Damn! Rounded over CV Joint Bolt!!!!
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Wed, 21 Jul 2004 15:18:19 -0400
...http://www.benplace.com/images_westfalia/allen_tools.jpg And Vice grip to help a bit, but the 7 shaved allen is the best...
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/car/540019138.html
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Wed, 16 Jan 2008 13:05:35 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
Re: Toolkit
Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
Tue, 23 Nov 1999 05:44:44 EST
...One of the most important tools! I carry a canvas tool bag with most of the tools you mention. I also take a 1...
Re: Sears Tools
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Thu, 15 Jun 2006 04:36:04 -0700
...Sears Tools > >Right. Take your tools, your tow strap and your block and tackle and stick >'em in the bucket. >I'm not sure...
Re: FRIDAY: Aquired Treasures (WAS) Re: Roll of duct tape doubles as cupholder
Historical mailing list
Fri, 10 Feb 2006 22:17:56 EST
...on the positive side, i have almost put together a complete set of craftsman tools from all the tools i've found in vans...
Re: Cool Tools for Vanagons
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Tue, 5 Jun 2012 17:54:56 -0700
...http://www.amazon.com/KD-Tools-Radiator-Pinch-Off-Pliers/dp/B000O3NACS I own two that I purchased for work on my '84 years...
Re: Craftsman Tool Sale at Sears!
Historical mailing list - joe winter
Thu, 25 Nov 1999 17:35:05 PST
I checked our handy dandy circular and found that it listed select tools on sale from 8-11. Omaha Nebraska area. Joe 87 GL...
which exhaust system is best?
Historical mailing list - Michael B. Harrnacker
Wed, 8 Dec 1999 16:13:33 -0800
...Also, how is this job to do at home? Lots of skill and tools needed? Or basic skill, tools and patience. I plan to...
Re: Tools....
Historical mailing list - Charles Duvall
Thu, 24 May 2001 11:43:49 -0700
...set/must have's for tools? > > I've not done too much work on cars, so the tools > I > > have are mainly for around...
Re: Tools: ya gets what ya pays for
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:27:46 -0700
...It made revisit the wisdom of "grabbing some cheap tools as > spares to carry with you." > > Jim
Re: Electrical Crimp Connectors - How-to Video
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 3 Sep 2010 11:29:31 -0400
...cgi?part=ERG2001 Fine tools -- got $200 on you? >I have a paladin that I like >http://www.paladin-tools.com/view_category.php...
Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
Historical mailing list - pdooley
Sun, 13 Jun 2010 22:09:20 -0400
...Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose Big sockets from Sears with the Craftsman guarantee http...
decided just to pull the tranny (please read if you are in the metro b'more/dc area)
Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
Fri, 27 Aug 1999 23:07:45 -0400
...the only tools that i request that someone bring are a cherry-picker, a air tank/compressor and any other tools that you think...
Was: Bosch #72137 oil filter question" Now: 24 mm deep socket
Historical mailing list - neil
Wed, 23 Aug 2006 21:09:39 -0400
...remember reading in archives of 24 mm deep > sockets > > when researching tools. Can't find the relevant > post > > nor can I recall if I...
Hazet assistant 172 HD
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 8 Aug 2021 11:25:35 -0700
...Good deal, and came with some VW specific hazet tools. Finally posted pics of it on blog . https://shufti.blog/2021/08/08/hazet...
<No subject>
Historical mailing list
10/5/95 7:18 PM
...Palmer says: > > Thom! > > Road Trip!! > > Fly out and Drive back ala Hoover? Think the airlines will mind 250 lbs of > tools? > Not if he...