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Re: Exaust system replacement
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 4 Jun 2013 05:32:54 -0400
...nut the studs will give a better grip on them than vice grips, or welding a nut to the stud, the nuts can be...
Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery! Battery lifting strap!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Tue, 7 Jul 2015 21:23:32 -0500
...Finding the PERFECT starter battery! > > > > I use Vice-Grips to clamp onto one of the terminals to help me lift out > > the old battery...
Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
Historical mailing list - neil N
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:26:20 -0800
...don't forget the > time-honored method of clamping a small pair of vice-grips on the rod where > you want the piston to...
Re: replacing oil cooler O-ring
Historical mailing list - Tom Altman
Thu, 3 Mar 2005 15:21:37 -0600
...Get a couple of pairs of needle nose > > vice grips and put hose over each of the claws, this way you can > > clamp off...
Windscreen wiper motor replacement
Historical mailing list - Gerry Rafferty
Sun, 18 Aug 2002 16:47:40 -0700
...5.Remove instrument dash-Bentley 70.5 .At this point I used a large vice grips to remove the shear bolts, 13mm socket to...
Re: Waterpump and exhaust and rust - Oh my!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:23:52 -0800
...on it. 13mm doesn't fit...12mm is still too big. Vice grips just remove rust. I did manage to get the tin off...
Re: FW: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area with disabled wife - please h elp!
Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
Sun, 23 Jun 2002 22:09:40 -0500
...as passenger. > > > > I have Bently, Haynes and wrenches and socket set, vice grips etc with > > me. There'a a small > > mechanic in town, if...
Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:04:18 -0400
...the screw which surely > hasn't been turned in 31 years. Vice grips turn the screwdriver. It breaks > free -- HOORAY! > > > > Hmm spring is 60mm...
Re: Hot Foot well
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Thu, 1 Jul 2021 00:39:30 +0000
...slight lift on the 90 Westy. > > > > I used basic tools, like vice grips, and was able to do it (probably less > than a $20...
Re: CV bolt rounded -- what to do?
Historical mailing list - Rick Cooper
Mon, 1 Jan 2024 12:17:17 -0800
...be challenging, even with joint out > >> of the way, to get a good hold on it with vice-grips? > >>> > >>> Thanks for any help. > >>> > >>> Rc > >> >
Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery!
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 7 Jul 2015 20:49:21 -0400
...Be careful if you must use pliers, channels locks, vice grips etc. to remove and install the battery. The bending force can damage the...
Re: '88 Exhaust help
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 2 Sep 2012 21:06:41 -0700
...Except to > mention the one broken stud that took more than 4 hours to coax out > using heat, PB Blaster, vice grips and patience...
Re: tools to have onhand...
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Wed, 17 Nov 2010 23:53:16 -0600
...I do |take some silicone rescue tape and some strapping tape. | How about combination wrenches ( box and open end )? Vice grips: 5" |needle nose...
Re: poor running 84 1.9 vanagon
Historical mailing list - John Anderson
Mon, 3 Apr 2000 19:36:36 -0400
...the wire, then modify the yellow one with a pair of vice grips folding the 2 crimp tabs over flat on top of each...
Re: replacing gas cap lock or gas cap
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:24:12 -0700
...not help in that situation.) I grabbed the key with a vice grips .. I just kept wiggling left and right, and push/pull in...
Re: Trip Contingencies
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:07:36 -0700
...some bailing wire, gorilla brand duct tape..........some vice grips..........spark plug socket........test light.......hammer and a crescent wrench. if you 'try too...
Re: Antifreeze and general
Historical mailing list - T.P. Stephens
Thu, 18 Nov 1999 18:00:04 -0800
...I ended up using vice grips to remove the housing and then the cover. Where is the good German engineering in the >fasteners in...
Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery! Battery lifting strap!
Historical mailing list - Mark Hersh
Thu, 9 Jul 2015 19:20:44 -0700
...Finding the PERFECT starter battery! > > > > > > I use Vice-Grips to clamp onto one of the terminals to help me lift out > > > the old battery...
Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Thu, 31 Aug 2017 23:43:27 -0500
...the screw which surely >> hasn't been turned in 31 years. Vice grips turn the screwdriver. It breaks >> free -- HOORAY! >>> >>> Hmm spring is 60mm...
Re: Hot Foot well
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 30 Jun 2021 20:55:11 -0500
...Only a slight lift on the 90 Westy. > > > > > > > > I used basic tools, like vice grips, and was able to do it (probably less > > than...
Re: Exaust system replacement
Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
Tue, 4 Jun 2013 08:29:16 -0400
...nut the studs will give a better grip on them than vice grips, or welding a nut to the stud, the nuts can be...
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Mon, 13 Jul 2015 18:37:17 -0400
...Also make sure your keys aren't sticking into the crack below >>>>> the steering wheel. >>>>> >>>>> Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...
Re: replacing brake lines
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Tue, 4 Aug 2009 19:56:44 -0700
...since the lines junk anyway ..........if you use a good size vice grips on a nut .........that'll do, but get a metric tubing...
Re: Where do I get a hose clamp removal tool?
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sun, 3 Apr 2005 08:15:08 EDT
...Aaarrgh! I've had it with vice grips! Does anyone know if there is a tool that exists specifically designed to be used with...
Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 13:54:51 -0800
...don't forget the time-honored method of clamping a small pair of vice-grips on the rod where you want the piston to...
repair procedure: starter on 87 syncro
Historical mailing list
Mon, 11 Mar 1996 14:21:00 -0400 (EDT)
...One of the allen sockets was rounded out so I used a pair of vice grips. Removal of the CV was necessary to remove...
Re: FW: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area...
Historical mailing list - psavage
Sun, 23 Jun 2002 20:25:12 -0700
...as passenger. > > > > > > I have Bently, Haynes and wrenches and socket set, vice grips etc with > > > me. There'a a small > > > mechanic in town, if...
Re: Head bolts, studs turning?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Fri, 26 Oct 2007 13:23:04 -0700
...I use a mini-vice grips to unscrew those screws. Also, on any stuck fastener, whack it hard and sharply with a hammer or...
Re: CV bolt rounded -- what to do?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Mon, 1 Jan 2024 15:43:33 -0500
...be challenging, even with joint out >>>> of the way, to get a good hold on it with vice-grips? >>>>> >>>>> Thanks for any help. >>>>> >>>>> Rc >>>> >>
Re: Changing Brake Fluid
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Sun, 6 Jun 1999 18:12:37 -0700
...spray > wd-40 or similar on bleeders before starting, and have a small pair > of vice grips, as bleeder screws are likely seized.) > After...
Re: trip report quite long (and dash removal)
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 13 Aug 2012 17:15:21 -0700
...either.� The most special tool I used was a pair of Vice-Grips to grab onto and remove the two conical nuts which hold...
roof: returned home with complete westfalia top
Historical mailing list - pedro dos santos
Sun, 6 Oct 2002 20:19:04 -0700
...And 4 vice-grips, one at each end of the horizontal thule bars, so the pop-top wont slip to the sides. Dont worry...
Re: can I fix my power steering?
Historical mailing list - Curtis Graham
Wed, 17 Mar 1999 11:29:39 -0700
...pin from the tie rod end ball joint with needle nose, vice grips, hammer etc. 4) Undid the 17mm nut below the ball joint...
Re: How often to change Fuel Injectors?
Historical mailing list - Stuart Fedak
Wed, 24 Jul 2013 20:07:57 -0400
...He has some flat needle nose vice grips, that have clear plastic hose sections on both sections of the flat needle nose ends. Those...
Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Tue, 7 Jul 2015 21:29:46 -0500
...Be careful if you must use pliers, channels locks, vice grips etc. to remove and install the battery. The bending force can damage the...
Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:28:34 -0400
...the screw which > surely > > hasn't been turned in 31 years. Vice grips turn the screwdriver. It > breaks > > free -- HOORAY! > > > > > > Hmm spring is 60mm...
Clutch replacement report - longish
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Fri, 16 Mar 2001 11:58:12 -0800
...The other two I had to grind the heads halfway through and then use Vice-Grips to back them out (heat of the grinding...
Re: westy interior install, was Re: westy kitchen mod question
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:55:45 -0700
...allows one less need for two people or > creative use > of vice grips. > I found the act of cutting and removing from the westfalia...
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Mon, 13 Jul 2015 13:03:25 -1000
...Also make sure your keys aren't sticking into the crack below >>>>>> the steering wheel. >>>>>> >>>>>> Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...
Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:13:48 -0600
...don't forget the > time-honored method of clamping a small pair of vice-grips on the rod > where > you want the piston to...
SUCCESS: Adjusting Parking/Emergency Brake
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Thu, 1 Sep 2022 22:05:06 +0000
...Next, I found a nice 10° slope which ended in a flat parking lot. Used Vice-Grips to hold e-brake rod and 10...
Re: Factory Hose Clamps
Historical mailing list - JRodgers
Sat, 9 Jun 2012 16:38:21 -0500
...After messing with them for a bit, I discovered that a pair of vice-grips works handily to open them up. The spring tension...
Re: trip report quite long (and dash removal)
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Mon, 13 Aug 2012 19:57:34 -0700
...either.� The most special tool I used was a pair of Vice-Grips to grab onto and remove the two conical nuts which hold...
Re: Horn problem-getting coolant hoses
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Mon, 13 Jul 2015 20:48:17 -0400
...Also make sure your keys aren't >>>>> sticking into the crack below the steering wheel. >>>>> >>>>> Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...
Another factor about mounting tires youself to consider
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 14 Oct 2011 21:03:16 -0700
...I used vice grips on the CV screws.. drop it onto an oil tire ... that is being fiesty and healthy and tough .. that is...
Re: Need Suggestions for Craftsman Tool Set (NO Vanagon Content)
Historical mailing list - Backus, Brian G
Thu, 16 Apr 1998 11:39:01 -0700
...I've also gotten a lot of use out of locking pliers, or > Vice Grips. I've been told to get the Vice Grip...
Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:58:08 -0700
...the screw which > surely > > hasn't been turned in 31 years. Vice grips turn the screwdriver. It > breaks > > free -- HOORAY! > > > > > > Hmm spring is 60mm...
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Tue, 14 Jul 2015 05:51:31 -0400
...Also make sure your keys aren't sticking into the crack below >>>>>>> the steering wheel. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...
Another Trip to Belize
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Wed, 12 Feb 2014 09:22:18 -0500
...I took all of the brake components off of the backing plate and held the fitting with a pair of vice grips while I...
Re: CV Bolts
Historical mailing list - Mike Bucchino
Fri, 28 Apr 2006 17:40:02 -0400
...If it's a screwed-up cv bolt, use large, toothy vice-grips installed as tightly as possible on the smooth outside of the...
Gas heater fix (long)
Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
Mon, 6 Mar 2000 08:14:39 -0600
...In desperation I tried the trusty vice-grips. ( I really didn't want to have to buy one wrench from sears and drop over...
Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy?
Historical mailing list - neil N
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:31:45 -0800
...don't forget the > > time-honored method of clamping a small pair of vice-grips on the rod > > where > > you want the piston to...
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Tue, 14 Jul 2015 05:55:56 -0400
...Also make sure your keys aren't sticking into the crack below >>>>>>> the steering wheel. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...
Re: Finding the PERFECT starter battery!
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Tue, 7 Jul 2015 15:17:07 -1000
...Be careful if you must use pliers, channels locks, vice grips etc. to remove and install the battery. The bending force can damage the...
Re: CV Bolts
Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
Fri, 28 Apr 2006 15:53:05 -0700
...If it's a screwed-up cv bolt, use large, > toothy vice-grips installed as tightly as possible on the smooth outside > of > the...
Re: Gas heater fix (long)
Historical mailing list - Charles \"Luke\" Lukey
Mon, 6 Mar 2000 17:05:53 -0800
...In desperation I tried the trusty vice-grips. ( I really didn't want to have to buy one wrench from sears and drop over...
Little Martha running, but not driving yet (long)
Historical mailing list
Mon, 11 Dec 1995 18:02:48 -0800
...14MM socket, to fit stamped hex shoulders. Doesn't really work. Vice grips work. * Engine cranks, won't start. Smell of gas at tail...
Re: Exaust system replacement
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Tue, 4 Jun 2013 05:32:17 -0700
...nut the studs will give a better grip on them than vice grips, or welding a nut to the stud, the nuts can be...
Re: Rear hatch leaking water into my Westy? Now: felt slider for roll-up windows
Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:23:23 -0600
...don't forget the > > time-honored method of clamping a small pair of vice-grips on the rod > > where > > you want the piston to...
Re: Horn problem
Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
Tue, 14 Jul 2015 12:08:23 -0400
...Also make sure your keys aren't sticking into the crack below >>>>>>> the steering wheel. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...