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• Re: a newbie with some problems: hissing 2.1 L WBX and thrown belt
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:31:15 -0700
  one slight problem with retorquing waterboxer head nuts - you'd be breaking a seal to do that. When assembling.........you use sealant on the...
• Re: Synco Double Cab With Hydraulic Crane
  Historical mailing list - Jon Christensen
  Fri, 11 Oct 1996 11:43:52 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I drive it in the largest=20 > >underground mine in the world, Kiruna in Sweden. It=B4s really offroad=20 > >driving sometimes, steep and...
• Re: Steering column shell
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:58:53 -0700
  ...and that junction falls apart, but is easily replaced with a small screw and nut. and longer ( and maybe slightly larger ) screws at the...
• Re: Stuck Head
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Sun, 9 Apr 2006 22:54:29 -0400
  beat on the head with you favorite large rubber mallet or dead blow hammer. then it should start wiggling free most likely with the...
• Tips, Tricks, etc.
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 14 Nov 1994 08:56:43 EST
  ...Also, have a helper stand on the brakes (therefore, loosen the nut before you back off the shoes) when turning this nut. Putting all...
• MSW Type 15 16" wheels question
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:15:01 -0700
  ...These wheels were originally intended for fitment on several large M-B and Audi sedans, some of which have curb weights north of two...
• Re: : windshield wiper arms
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Fri, 29 May 2026 13:42:06 -0400
  ...If tightening the nut does not secure them the wiper arm shaft hole is worn out and needs to be replaced. There is a...
• Re: HOW TO make other vw model steering wheels fit the VANAGON (GTI, Scirocco...
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Jun 2003 15:19:24 EDT
  ...and i used a large lockwasher to hold it firm under the nut. the only disadvantage is the A1/A2 steering wheel is slightly...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 7 Sep 2010 22:24:27 -0400
  ...If you contemplate messing with coolant hoses, go to Napa and get their large hose clamp pliers meant for the flat spring-type clamps...
• AC WARNING! Do not loose your cool...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 20 Mar 2000 14:25:46 EST
  When I came to my van I saw a large stain on the concrete under my head on the left side. I thought that...
• Re: Torque Specs - Lug bolts and nuts
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 28 Sep 2011 01:18:10 -0700
  ...Torque Specs - Lug bolts and nuts > > >> This discussion reminds me of when I worked at Browns Ferry Nuclear Power >> Plant. >> >> The facility has three...
• Re: Product review: folding lug wrench / It's Wonderful!!!
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 11 Mar 2003 08:30:17 -0500
  ...a 3/4 inch nut, then it is nearly 1/16 inch too large for a 19 mm nut. So, do you know if...
• Re: Summary: Re: How hard is it to remove exhaust?
  Historical mailing list - Claudio Cella
  Tue, 10 Sep 2002 22:03:48 -0700
  ...This includes the 8 exhaust studs/nuts, > >> plus the j-tube bolts/nuts, and the muffler and tailpipe bolts/nuts. I > > also > >> have a...
• Re: Longer range gas tank? Source.
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 25 Sep 2004 11:03:42 -0700
  For a larger tank or perhaps an auxiliary, check www.overtons.com or the website for West Marine, both boating supply places. I looked...
• Bolt breakage on thermostat... what to do?? (WAS: Re: changing thermostat on 1.9l)
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Sun, 6 Nov 2005 14:05:19 -0600
  ...You are talking about the little bolt with a 10mm head? All you can do it drill it out and put a nut on...
• Re: Front mount bike rack?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Tue, 12 May 1998 11:02:46 -0500
  ...I've seeen cheap 2 bike temporary carriers at bike shops that use clamp hooks and large wing nuts to hold things in place...
• Re: Hex Wrenches
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sat, 25 Dec 1999 08:11:51 -0800
  ...germans use ODD-sizes on their nuts and >bolts. except below 11mm. that is, you'll need 10mm, 8mm, and >6mm. but NOT 14mm...
• Pop top bolts
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 10 Mar 1996 11:26:59 -0500
  ...These had the larger than usual heads that seemed to be called "truss or washer" heads. They were still somewhat smaller than the originals...
• Re: What will you all be driving 15 years from now since the EV is dead?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 13 Dec 2003 18:55:45 +1300
  ...My Hiace can hold more and larger itrems than a similar-sized VW van, due to lack of the engine hump. -- Andrew Grebneff Dunedin...
• Re: VW van nomenclature in Japan... Yoshi?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 2 Dec 2004 22:57:49 +1300
  ...gawd knows who'd be silly enough to buy one, with the far superior Japanese large vans available. > What year and version was sold...
• Interesting item on eBay web site item#323768428: STAHLWILLE Pin Wrench for VW or AUDI, Germany
  Historical mailing list - Maynard Southard
  Mon, 8 May 2000 20:11:16 -0400
  ...STAHLWILLE is a large company based in Germany with a complete line of high quality hand tools. This is their tool number 12717. It...
• Re: axle connected to hub bone?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 8 Aug 2009 13:22:06 -0700
  ...Especially if the large nut is still on the outer end of the stub axle that goes through the hub. not a good thing...
• '88 GL Muffler Change - a big PITB!!!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Mon, 12 Aug 2013 09:33:10 -0500
  ...My straps were good and reuseable, but the nut on the hanger to receive strap bolt is welded in place. Screw that nut up...
• Re: Part needed: Sliding door roller bearing
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 17 Oct 2010 07:18:10 -0700
  ...larger than the bearing. d) install the bearing on the axle e) install another fender washer, a small normal washer and locktite the nut...
• Re: FOAF Response
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Mon, 12 Feb 2001 13:06:47 +1200
  >Revenge is a dish best served very cold and in large quantities. > >A FOAF provided the following. > >His vehicle had been "keyed" and he...
• Re: Adjusting rear camber left side
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 8 May 2022 15:11:30 -0400
  ...is slotted and large screwdriver or lever is simply used to move the arm as needed after the bolt and nut is loosened. The...
• Re: Strap a raft to the roof?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 2 Jul 2010 12:19:16 -0700
  ...little large for vanagons, but they work. there are all kinds to choose from. Even small drawer handles of decent quality can work just...
• Re: Lugnut worries + Repost of Secret to removing stuck nuts
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 09:07:42 -0800
  ...Larger bolts/nuts would take harder blows, >smaller; lighter. >Tap if you were driving a picture-hanging nail into a cheap sheet rock >wall...
• Re: Vanagon Sighting!
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Thu, 26 Apr 2007 16:56:56 +0000
  ...His back lid > was partially opened as he was carrying something large. As he passed I > noticed an out of state tag. My thoughts...
• New 15" wheels and tires for OTTO!
  Historical mailing list - karl
  Fri, 27 Aug 1999 01:30:45 -0400
  ...They also use the factory alloy wheel nuts, and don't require a longer length wheel lug. For tires, I purchased the Bridgestone Dueler...
• Re: Lugnut worries + Repost of Secret to removing stuck nuts
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 25 Jan 2000 12:32:12 -0500
  ...Larger bolts/nuts would take harder blows, > >smaller; lighter. > >Tap if you were driving a picture-hanging nail into a cheap sheet rock > >wall...
• Second Request Help Needed w/Aux Battery Wiring
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 29 Jun 2007 08:48:25 -0700
  ...In the process of going to a larger aux battery (under the rear seat) I'm also planning on going to a Surepower 1315...
• Windscreen wiper motor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Gerry Rafferty
  Sun, 18 Aug 2002 16:47:40 -0700
  ...Remove wiper shaft nut-22mm and washers. 5.Remove instrument dash-Bentley 70.5 .At this point I used a large vice grips to...
• Re: starter wiring
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Fox
  Wed, 24 Apr 2002 20:25:05 -0600
  ...and start the motor if I wanted to. > > There is a large nut with a rubber boot that is connected to the > battery. Should...
• was - VW question (non-vanagon) - re: Golf
  Historical mailing list - Matthew L. Dekker
  Thu, 22 May 1997 07:17:37 -0700
  ...the others, is the larger doors on the Golf. They have a larger opening so ingress and egress are much easier, especially when loading...
• Re: allen wrench for gear oil change
  Historical mailing list - Cory Zumbrennen
  Sat, 13 Jan 2001 19:26:48 -0700
  ...although it is the > proper diameter, the wrench is too physically large to fit t he drain > plug because the (stock) 'exhaust pipes are...
• Re: Horn Ring Contact Finger
  Historical mailing list - Werner Schink
  Sun, 10 Apr 2011 17:46:30 -0700
  ...To get to the parts you need to remove the steering wheel - center VW emblem and large nut inside gets the steering wheel off...
• Re: A/C Condenser
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 20 Jul 2016 14:49:27 -0400
  ...Try squeezing the nut with vicegrips in all three directions...repeatedly. Apply heat in any way you can w/o burning anything important. Good...
• Re: PS High Pressure ling w/Banjo Fitting Needed
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 30 Jul 2011 15:28:17 -0500
  ...on the opposite end from the banjo and fastens by a nut to the tubing going forward. John John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88...
• Re: '56 kombi heater
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 1 Feb 1995 21:54:31 -0600
  ...their cleaning deposit! >I ended up with a large pile of bits of cloth, insulation, nutshells and >all kinds of other stuff on my...
• Wheel studs & Audi Wheels
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Fri, 24 Jul 2009 15:04:06 -0400
  ...Any suggestions for nice lug nuts would be appreciated. I havent' had a chance to see if the stock Porsche alloy lug nuts have...
• Re: More on TR 16x7 steelies
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:47:23 -0800
  ...There is a guy on Samba selling > hybrid >>>nuts >>>needed to properly match the > diameter of the smaller ball with the >>>larger diameter lug...
• Re: Wheel bearing play (in Baja Sur)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:13:38 -0800
  ...That's a great idea swapping the nuts side to side on the frontto get a new spot to peen in. There are lots...
• Re: Aftermarket Westie Front Tables for Sale (maybe...) + Report on Michelin ...
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 11 Jun 1997 23:09:12 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Drill a couple holes in the arm, and thread in some large wing nuts to lock into position. Simple, functional, decent looking, and best...
• Re: Ignition Switch on 85
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 16 Mar 1998 11:34:35 -0800
  ...Undo the large nut holding on the steering wheel and remove it. Remove turn signal assembly (two screws). Put the key in the lock...
• Re: Vanagon name
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Sat, 18 Dec 2004 22:36:20 -0800
  ...For various reasons it's the best van made anywhere, >>and almost anywhere outside northern North America is present in >>large numbers. That sucks...
• Re: lug nuts torque-
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:30:32 -0700
  ...lug nuts torque- >>>> >>>> >>>> Hey Dave, stock Vanagon fitment is nuts on studs in the rear and lug >>>> bolts >>>> >>>>> in the front just like a...
• Re: Trans. Upgrade: Secure Front Shift Rod Bushing?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 9 Apr 2010 19:29:31 -0700
  ...hole. (to sneak nut behind) >>> >>> Thoughts on how best to fasten these parts would be appreciated. >>> >>> Toggle bolt? Concrete anchor? >>> >>> Large sheet metal screws...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: manual transmission plug
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Sat, 7 Oct 2000 02:10:04 -0400
  ...KD tools has a large allen wrench that >> >sells for 7 dollars. Requires cutting to fit in the vanagon. >> >If your plug is not...
• Re: Needed - EV Oil Filters
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Wed, 12 Feb 97 10:39:45 EST
  > filter with a nut on the end. Again, if a diesel filter, or some > other type would work, it is possible to get a...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:29:57 -0500
  ...and a separate flat Plano case for nuts and bolts and zip ties. "paranoia strikes deep" as the old song says...... DM&FS At...
• Wheels/Tyres
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm White
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 11:24:25 GMT
  ...Doing the sums, it appears that I will end up with a 12.6% larger rolling diameter (assuming that the standard 185 x 14...
• Re: LED taillights??
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sat, 8 Dec 2001 12:44:58 +1200
  ...Maye larger lights using LEDs, and within the red area make a VW symbol of blue ones (will give the lights a purple appearance...
• Re: I need Diagrams Oil Heater & Water Pump 86' Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Wed, 4 Feb 2004 10:44:56 -0700
  ...By oil heater did you mean oil cooler? The square silver box with the oil filter attached? The oil cooler has a large 'O...
• Re: Shore Power Portable A/C
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Tue, 2 Aug 2005 14:54:37 -0600
  ...A little large at 15" x > 18" x 33" high, but for long-term camping where there's shore power > available, it may be...
• Help!, Something funny with Valve adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Wed, 6 Nov 2002 22:27:12 -0500
  ...If I back off on the adjustment screw a little bit, the 0.006 blade will fit, but again so will the larger sizes...
• Re: An interesting article on gas mileage vs. wheel size
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:38:40 -0400
  ...They can use stock alloy lug > nuts/bolts as long as you have thin wall sockets. Tuner spline nuts/bolts > work real nice. These...
• Re: Pilot Bearing Removal?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 12 May 2003 18:47:27 -0700
  ...Follow with a washer and hex nut. 6. Gently tighten the hex nut. The carriage bolt head, and consequently the pilot bearing, will be...
• Re: Undoing the big nut on the upper ball joint - who knows how?
  Historical mailing list - raceingcajun
  Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:37:38 -0500
  ...A large box wrench will be the set offense to get that nut lose. Another alternative is to disconnect the brake line. Dennis -----Original...
• Re: New iginition coil behavior
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 31 Aug 2021 08:43:48 -0600
  On 30 Aug , 2021, at 10:56 AM, Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > “ if the pair of wires in the large white plastic...