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• Re: stethescoper
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 08:29:20 -0500
  ...Hose gives different results -- that will let you localize sounds in the air which is certainly useful; but a stethoscope (or the famous screwdriver...
• Re: O2 light button?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 27 Aug 2005 11:27:41 -0600
  ...plug, is the place you stick something fairly pointy (thin, small screwdriver) to reset. I can't see inside this hole due to the...
• Re: 76 Type II valve & "O" ring answers and questions
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Wed, 22 May 1996 18:07:51 -0700 (PDT)
  ...apply *only* to the valve cover side!) - Medium sized flat head screwdriver to pull the bail off - short (3" or so) 3/8" drive...
• extracting an impacted battery
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 Feb 1995 09:11:52 -0800
  ...Alice and I managed to carefully pry it out with the all purpose screwdriver after tearing up our fingers and producing a variety of...
• Re: stripping the undercarriage
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 23 Apr 1995 15:53:33 -0300
  >Well, with a plastic scraper, a screwdriver, and a wire-brush, it took me >3 hours to clean up, oh say... 10% of the...
• Re: Fuel Pump Problem '85 GL
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 19:48:28 -0800
  ...that momentarily shorting out the battery terminals with with a stout screwdriver would briefly revive a cold, nearly discharged battery. I guess the resistance...
• Re: Fuel Lines/Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Wed, 24 Jan 2001 13:41:52 -0600
  ...on with one hand - the other being used to hold the > screwdriver - is that the sound of one hand clamping? > > <My name is Al...
• Re: Eurospec Rectangular headlights
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 28 Aug 2006 17:52:06 -0700
  ...Oh yeah, a good screwdriver helps....
• Re: Flowers for stones
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 26 May 2013 15:58:52 -0700
  ...Get that old 6 inch screwdriver > out of the toolbox. Fire up that 20 year old Vanagon and drive to > your nearest National Cemetary...
• Re: tightening up vent window
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Mon, 29 Jun 1998 08:45:04 CDT
  ...it's a phillips-head screw, but there is no way you are gonna get a screwdriver of any shape or form in there...
• Re: CV Circlip removal tool!??!
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 31 Mar 96 20:50 CST
  ...a pair of sharp needlenose pliers spreading out and a sharp screwdriver lifting up. It takes three hands. It helps to file the "backs...
• Re: window cranks
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 9 Sep 1999 11:56:32 -0700
  You can get a screwdriver under the plastic and it will snap off of the metal frame underneath (easiest from the pivot end). The...
• Re: Huge Nut on Rear Drum
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 20 Jul 2000 15:31:20 -0700
  ...Just back off the shoes a little with a short or right angle screwdriver in the hole in the backing plate and remove the...
• Re: slide window latch removal
  Historical mailing list - R. Hotchkiss
  Sun, 22 Jun 2003 21:02:31 -0400
  ...I cut an old small screwdriver to get in there. The screw has a spring on it that will fly, be careful. Once the...
• Re: Power mirror replacement
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 28 Jan 2015 18:38:56 -0800
  ...I > started with a set of small screwdrivers and a bottle of Goo Gone. > Cudos to anyone that can do this without busting up...
• Re: Damn! Rounded over CV Joint Bolt!!!!
  Historical mailing list - David Menche
  Wed, 21 Jul 2004 00:51:13 -0700
  ...a > screw head, and removing the bolt with an appropriate "screwdriver?" (I > have screwdriver-head sockets, so I can get good leverage on the...
• Re: 1985 Windshield replacement
  Historical mailing list - No Name Available
  Fri, 28 Jan 2005 10:46:10 EST
  ...screwdrivers and start in a corner.It is like removing a bicycle tire.Work the inner rubber lip with a few closley placed screwdrivers...
• Re: Replacement of Temp II sensor
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 24 Aug 2013 16:51:53 -0400
  ...No-one ever >mentioned two clips! Used a 2" long screwdriver. I would imagine >reinstalling the clips will be a pain because I have...
• Re: Bus queries
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reed
  Tue, 18 Jul 1995 10:15:32 -0600 (MDT)
  ...so) trip I > have to roll under there and do the screwdriver across the terminals > routine before she'll start up. What are folks...
• Re: How do you remove (pull off) the head rest from a the front seats of a 87 GL?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 18 Aug 2000 08:05:08 -0700
  Did you ever consider removing the pins before you yanked???? If you use a small bladed screwdriver to push the hairpins out, it's...
• Re: How can I remove an interior door panel of a '90 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - il cikaspers
  Sun, 24 Feb 2002 15:36:40 -0800
  ...then pop the plastic hold-downs out using a big flatblade screwdriver right next to the hold down. the window and mirror switches (if...
• Re: how to HOT-WIRE a Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 28 Nov 2002 17:08:57 -0800
  ...Use a screwdriver to turn the new one. The steering will still be locked but everything else will work normally. "J. Harvey" wrote: > > I...
• Re: Transmission leaking from drive shafts
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Sun, 6 Nov 2005 09:35:02 -0800
  ...Remove the little cap inside the flange with an awl or sharp screwdriver into its edge and pry out. Tap teh new one in...
• Re: How do you re-key steering lock cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 28 Jan 2007 20:59:02 -0800
  ...You can accomplish this by inserting a key or small screwdriver in the key hole. 2) Locate roll pin and place cylinder on a...
• Re: Spring Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
  Fri, 27 Mar 2015 09:31:56 -0600
  ...No > stupid lashups needed; I might have had to pry a bit with a > screwdriver to get it over the hump but I'm...
• Re: Slider door handle working itself loose
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sun, 1 Nov 2009 18:17:21 -0800
  ...Pop part of the inside panel off and you can sneak a screwdriver in. I applied *blue* Locktite to screw on mine. My last...
• Adjustments on temp and fuel gauges
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:37:54 -0500
  ...years ago) so I tried bringing it up with a small screwdriver and bingo! There is an upper and a low limit adjuster, presumably...
• Re: Starter Solonoid Blues
  Historical mailing list - Don Geiger
  Tue, 12 Sep 1995 18:04:42 -29900
  ...I'll want to crawl under there with my big mo' screwdriver in the snow. I don't know the cure but I've...
• Re: Starter problem?
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Tue, 15 Aug 2000 18:50:20 -0400
  ...the key while I crawl > under > > the car and hit the starter with a screwdriver. Is this a bad starter, > > solenoid, short, or what? > >
• Vibration at 70 won't go away?
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Thu, 3 Jun 2004 07:24:06 -0400
  ...in the wheel I can't move that washer with a screwdriver the Bentley talks about. Thanks for any help, Kurt 87 Wolfsburg GL
• Re: Lower alternator bolt
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 18 Mar 2011 06:28:10 -0400
  Just use a screwdriver-small pry bar under the alternator to lift it and jam the bolt from turning. It got assembled so it...
• Re: Steering Wheel Rasp
  Historical mailing list - Bill MacLachlan
  Tue, 14 Nov 2006 14:45:33 -0800
  and I get the 24mm nut off with an adjustable wrench vertically on the nut and a screwdriver through the hole in the end...
• Excellent Info on Interior Trim removal etc
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 01:28:29 -0500
  ...you need only a wide-blade flat-blade screwdriver. that black plastic (or brown, if your interior is brown) on the window crank lifts...
• Re: Fwd: VanAlert comes through in Raleigh/Durham
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Wed, 29 Mar 2017 08:45:00 -0400
  ...Could it be dead? After making a phone call to > > Greg who directed me > > to Lonnie's University VW, I got out a screwdriver...
• Re: Removing and installing dash vents
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 4 May 2022 20:33:42 -0700
  ...You slide a thin flat tip screwdriver under it, push to compress the clip and lift it up. On Wed, May 4, 2022 at...
• Re: 2.1 L Oil filler tube needed
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:52:36 -0400
  ...Use a knife, slim screwdriver, or the weapon of choice to pry the inner tube up and out. Behold your newfound extension. Dave On...
• Re: Bought Westy with no key for water filler receptacle
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:25:43 -0500
  ...any flat blade screwdriver will open the reservoir. If you insist, GoWesty (http://www.gowesty.com) sells keys. 2. It is much easier to...
• Re: How do I remove the sliding window catch - 82 westy
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sun, 3 Jul 2005 21:39:23 -0700
  ...I guess I should have said > a wedge style, > screw holding screwdriver. > > ?Como se dice en Espanol "Smart ass"? > > Georgie Boy
• Re: Beside myself!
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:45:12 -0800
  ...can get the slider door lever thingy off with just a screwdriver to carefully pop the interior panel off, and a single nut. That...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 05:51:39 -0700
  ...I would add, as a luxury, one phillips and one flathead > screwdriver. On an aircooled, its nice if the flathead is sized to the...
• Re: Loss of head lights, wipers and rear heater blower
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 26 Dec 2013 07:25:55 -0600
  ...For the quick > solution you need both a phillips and a flat blade screwdriver. 2 > phillips screws to remove the lower cover from the...
• upper door track molding
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 18 Jun 1997 09:58:37 -0700
  ...I've tried to slip it back into the channel by hand and with a dull screwdriver but so far no luck. Has anyone...
• Re: storage pocket IN sliding door...was Re: Magazine racks?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 17 Apr 2007 19:42:52 -0700
  ...door well enough to get one of those cheap right-angle screwdrivers in there and tighten the bolt. However, my panel may not be...
• Re: OSX Counter
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Wed, 21 May 2008 18:01:12 -0700
  ...I tried resetting the counter several >> times; but the light stays on. > > When you push the reset in, using a Phillips screwdriver or suitable...
• Re: Pilot bearing and seal
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Tue, 20 May 2003 21:08:28 -0400
  ...Everyone says to "pry it out with a screwdriver." Well, > > perhaps I'm being a bit soft on it, but its not prying. I...
• Re: Canvas replacement 1990 Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Weaver
  Fri, 15 May 2015 06:48:10 -0500
  ...It's not easy, but it doesn't require huge > talent; just a screwdriver and an awl. It's a good weekend job. Search...
• Re: Is it the ignition switch, or something else?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:02:55 -0800
  ...Use a flat screwdriver to operate it. If this fixes your troubles, install it properly. If it doesn't help, then install a starter...
• Re: "Axle" wheel nut removal..now how to pull drum
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:35:01 -0800
  ...you removed those right? :) I managed to slip in a small screwdriver to lever the drum a hair away from the axle flange and...
• CV Bolt Heads
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Mon, 22 Sep 2003 17:43:50 -0700
  Just in case you are not already aware, you must take the time with picks/scribes/little looooooong screwdriver and clean the heads of...
• New Alternator/Battery...Voltage Question
  Historical mailing list - Dave Chameides
  Thu, 23 Dec 2004 16:02:44 -0800
  ...Also, in installing the alternator I just put a screwdriver underneath and crowbarred it tight to tighten it. Checked the belt to see that...
• Re: Where do I get a hose clamp removal tool?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sat, 2 Apr 2005 20:50:26 -0800
  ...in Canada their tool selection sucked big time, except for their selection of Robertson screwdrivers which Sears doesn't carry in the U.S.)
• Re: Sliding window refurbish
  Historical mailing list - Reinhard Vehring
  Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:32:11 -0700
  ...I first loosened the screw with > the flat screwdriver > bit and a small adjustable wrench, then I finished > removing the screw with > the screwdriver...
• Re: Baja trip, no headlights.....
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 2 May 2011 21:32:42 -0700
  ...It was good and stuck, so > > I disconnected the battery ground side so I could safely pry it off with > > a screwdriver. Came off...
• Re: Quick Mod : Blue LED for Refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 13 Aug 2003 01:15:21 -0700
  ...The black strain relief clip on the back can be removed with a > small flat blade screwdriver. It can be re-used, so be...
• Re: Interior Modifications
  Historical mailing list - John Jensen
  Sat, 13 Aug 2011 13:40:48 -0400
  ...I'm imagining some tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, scissors and what not in little slots or pockets or something. The Bentley could go...
• Re: sliding door cover plate-baywindows
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Mar 1996 07:42:47 -0500
  ...When you have the screw loosened several turns, tap the end of the screwdriver to move the metal strip toward the rear of the...
• Re: Front Speakers
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 20 Oct 1996 11:20:07
  ...the speaker off the back of the grill with a small screwdriver and a hammer. Took me about 40 minutes to do both speakers...
• Re: Engine longevity WAS: Which Engine to Rebuild?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Yozell
  Tue, 12 Jan 1999 08:01:25 EST
  ...my father (who can't tell a combo wrench from a screwdriver ) was the second .I've got all the service records from the...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Mon, 22 Nov 1999 22:19:49 -0800
  ...tools to bring on a trip? > >3/8" metric socket set >screwdriver set (2 x flathead, 2 x philips) >needle nose pliers >adjustable wrench...
• Knocking engine? or hyd lifters? how to tell?
  Historical mailing list - james peters
  Wed, 2 Aug 2000 12:15:48 PDT
  ...located? I tried listening with a stethascope (SP) even a huge screwdriver, but I can't tell where the knock is coming from. If...