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• Re: Mystery Accessory
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 23 May 2002 16:34:35 -0500
  It is called a silver socket. It has 12v on the center pin. You can buy BMW, VW and Braun overpriced accessories that plug...
• Rear axle nuts
  Historical mailing list - Randy
  Sun, 8 May 94 18:50:35 -0400
  ...Are they 42mm or 46mm? I am having a hell of a time trying to find 42mm (or 46mm) sockets... any ideas? I can...
• Headlight switch
  Historical mailing list - David Cooper
  Mon, 1 Jan 2001 22:53:11 EST
  Is the headlight switch on my 82 supposed to be illuminated? It seems to have some sort of light socket in it but no...
• Re: Tail lamp bulb specifications
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Wed, 25 Apr 2001 11:05:51 -0500
  ...the DOT specifications for approved tail Lights? Strange thing---My BMW 325 has 1056 tailight bulbs in all it's sockets. ______________ |[ ] [ ] [ ]\ | | | | ||-(())----(())-| Terry 85 GL
• proper dist cap for 85 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Thu, 24 May 2007 13:05:15 -0400
  hi, my cap has sockets for normal spark plug wire ends and the wires have threaded ends like spark plugs which is the right...
• Re: Auto shifter LED lamp conversion
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Wed, 7 Nov 2012 14:59:37 -0500
  ...They are not just bulbs, but > come attached to their plastic sockets. The shifter lights have different > sockets than the dash lights. I was...
• Re: Axle Rebuild Notes
  Historical mailing list - Erik Feddersen
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 23:13:07 -0500
  ...I have a few 2 to 6 foot poles of varying diameter to fit over my socket wrench, breaker bar, big old plumbing type...
• Re: Axle Rebuild Notes
  Historical mailing list - Erik Feddersen
  Sat, 5 Feb 2000 12:21:45 -0800
  ...I have a few 2 to 6 foot poles of varying diameter to fit over my socket wrench, breaker bar, big old plumbing type...
• Re: was: 91 Carat..... now: Fast Turn Signal Issues
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Mon, 30 Jun 2014 12:12:48 -0700
  ...The bulb socket has 3 male spades. The brown wire is ground and goes to the middle spade. The other 2 can go wherever...
• Re: Transaxel tool
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Anthony Kupcinski
  Wed, 15 Jan 2014 10:54:56 -0600
  Sears has both allen wrenches and sockets, but you'll likely have to order them online and have them shipped to your local store...
• Re: Horn upgrade
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 15 May 2011 20:03:27 -0700
  Empty relay socket #6 is intended for a horn relay but you need the 4 pin L connector and wiring stubs to use it...
• Re: Forget the Drums, How do you get the Lug nuts OFF!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 17 Dec 1996 18:00:21 +0000
  On a parts '73 I once had to use my 3/4" drive socket (after breaking a 19mm Craftsman) with a 6+ foot cheater...
• Re: Annoying turn signals
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Wed, 25 Nov 1998 10:57:28 -0800
  ...Mine started to hold water which caused the socket to start > to corrode. Funny you shud mention that; mine was doing it last night...
• How does clutch slave cylinder attach to clutch lever arm?
  Historical mailing list - John Clemens
  Sun, 12 May 2002 02:41:18 -0700
  ...But on my 1983 Westphalia the ball on the end of the clutch lever arm doesn't stick inside the socket on the end...
• Re: Fridge on 12V
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 30 Aug 2014 09:56:07 -0700
  ...The other 18 watts are being dissipated at the socket, instead of in the cooler's element. > > That said, there's also no need...
• Re: Sizes of large fastners?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 12 May 2012 12:49:36 -0700
  ...I wasn't going to be a whatever and say .. 'socket size for the hex head, or thread size ?? ' most people correctly guessed the...
• Axle Rebuild Notes
  Historical mailing list - Robert S. Williams, MD (laptop)
  Thu, 27 Jan 2000 20:29:36 -0600
  ...Here is where the BIG hammer and the 46mm Socket comes in handy. Use the 46mm socket as a tubular driver and drive it...
• Re: 46mm socket for wheel bearing
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 8 Mar 2005 13:05:38 -0600
  ...46mm socket for wheel bearing There is a good step by step write up for replacing the rear wheel bearings on the "Been There...
• Re: How to remove O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 17:52:17 -0700
  I was able to break it loose renting an O2 sensor socket set from NAPA, and I only learned that the bung was slightly...
• Re: 88 GL - Oil Cooler R&R
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 4 Jan 2014 14:29:18 -0800
  ...I ask for two reasons: > > 1) 24 MM is the largest socket I have - I don't what size that nut is - > and if...
• Re: Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:00:46 -0800
  At 1/31/2007 09:31 AM,Chuck Baird wrote: >Morning Listmembers, > >My questions is this....Exactly what size sockets, wrenches, and what >tools...
• Wheel bearings
  Historical mailing list - Ian Cameron
  Wed, 22 Jul 1998 08:57:04 -0700
  ...you couldn't get a socket on it? And how do you torque it without using a socket? And third, how the hell DO...
• Re: How to remove O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - PSD
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 22:04:11 -0400
  No need for any expensive tool truck sockets. Any auto parts store or HF sells them. http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch...
• Re: dead lighter
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 30 Apr 2001 18:42:13 EDT
  I have a couple of new, VW dealer lighter sockets with lighter for $10 each. Thanks, Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com...
• Re: tightening floppy manual exterior mirrors
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Sat, 16 Sep 2006 09:44:51 -0700
  I took mine apart and installed a rubber garden hose washer in the ball socket joint. this seems to work well even with cracked...
• Re: Best method for remove seized exhaust nuts?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 8 Feb 2010 20:42:40 -0600
  ...I >> can put enough pressure on the socket where I know if I go much further >> the stud will break. >> >> Three days of penetrating...
• Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 31 Jan 2015 11:23:12 -0800
  ...Should I break it off and use a regular 22mm socket? Get a 7/8" special O2 sensor socket, which is slightly larger, so...
• Re: How to get spare tire out??? Urgent!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 5 Mar 2011 11:29:08 -0800
  ...Mark David M wrote: > Nut looks to be like 19mm but my 19mm socket is a bit loose. Nut is very tight has not...
• Re: Right mirror
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  27 Jun 1995 15:04:53 -0700
  ...This nut compresses a spring that supplies tension between the socket of the "footing" and the ball of the mirror. By now there may...
• First breaker-bar of the summer!!!
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Sat, 29 Jun 1996 18:25:42 -0300
  ...My spiffy new 46mm deep socket arrived this morning just in time to be put to work. I had heated both axle nuts a...
• Re: Loosening Axle (rear)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:48:51 -0700
  Don't be silly - a 3/4" breaker bar and proper socket coupled with ~3 feet of pipe will give you both some control...
• Re: Torque Wench - calibration?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Wed, 28 Nov 2001 17:48:07 EST
  ...A 3/8 Allen key drive socket one side and a 3/8 socket on the other. Or 10/10mm sockets. Your choice. Frank...
• Re: 19mm oil drain plug?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Rowsell
  Thu, 6 Jul 2006 09:29:27 -0300
  ...The > oil drain plug had been switched out to a 19mm, and with the recessed > location I was unable to get a socket to...
• Re: Transaxle tool
  Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
  Wed, 15 Jan 2014 15:49:48 -0600
  ...16px"><DIV>Hi Volks;</DIV><DIV>I broke down and went to&nbsp;HF and got a set of allen sockets.&nbsp; On sale...
• Re: 3/4" Socket set
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Mon, 6 Nov 95 9:20:09 EST
  ...I just nticed a new item a 3 pc locking 3/8 extension set which locks on the socket for $10 which I'm...
• Re: striking caution by dennis
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 8 May 2016 10:49:35 -0400
  Another safety point is to only use impact or power sockets on impact or power drivers. Chrome or other hardened sockets can shatter or...
• crank pulley removal
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda - Personal email
  Wed, 12 Jun 2002 20:47:50 -0700
  ...How do I get this pulley off? With a 30mm socket? How do I prevent the engine from turning when I turn the socket...
• Needed - right front - turn signal light socket and boot.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 7 Sep 2011 18:00:39 -0500
  Anybody got one of these you care to part company with? Thanks, John -- John Rodgers Clayartist and Moldmaker 88'GL VW Bus Driver Chelsea...
• Re: socket strength investigations...
  Historical mailing list - JordanVw
  Wed, 8 Apr 1998 10:31:17 EDT
  In a message dated 98-04-08 06:47:24 EDT, Pfunky@AOL.COM writes: << got a box full of shitty ol' Snap-on...
• Re: Damn! Rounded over CV Joint Bolt!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Wed, 21 Jul 2004 09:28:52 -0800
  ...I would not worry about the pounding if you try to puond a socket on to it, you are only on the flange, not...
• Re: Uh-oh: is this going to be a problem
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:10:00 -0500
  ...However, the actual socket is probably available from McMaster Carr or similar places. It's held on with rivets. Should be easy enough to...
• poor shifting; Help
  Historical mailing list - Pollard, Matthew
  Mon, 14 Jun 1999 08:20:56 -0700
  ...I think the problem is with the linkage, specifically the rear end of the linkage where the final ball and socket assemble is. Has...
• Headlight Wiring and Relays
  Historical mailing list - Phil Walker
  Mon, 22 Mar 2004 17:39:56 -0500
  ...I'm hoping to get the relay's and sockets from a FLAPS. I've looked and relays before from these places, but I...
• Lights, lights, need more lights
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Arbaugh
  Wed, 20 May 1998 21:04:31 -0700
  ...In the taillight housing, there is an extra socket for another light bulb. It is the spot just under the backup light. My idea...
• Re: Re; Missing a hole in my Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Sun, 2 Dec 2001 15:34:40 EST
  ...The plug on the frig is a European style and the socket is located on the back of the driver's seat base. The...
• Re: good tool set...
  Historical mailing list - joe kallo
  Wed, 5 Apr 2017 15:01:00 +0000
  ...I bought a set of spanners and they were nice enough that I went back for flexi sockets etc. NFI, just a happy customer...
• Re: BLUE vanagon front turn signal lenses on ebay!
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Jun 2003 05:14:53 EDT
  ...turn signals only. > you have to cut to use your old sockets. Remember the trouble you had with the > black SA turnsignal stuff? Same...
• Re: 17mm Transmission drain tool in Vancouver?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Thu, 7 Oct 2004 12:46:13 -0800
  Paul, I do not know how available Snap-on Tools are in your area, but they do carry a socket specifically for this job...
• Re: NGK Tri Tip, Use of Spark Plug Socket
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 5 May 2017 21:05:48 +0000
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• WTB: sliding glass window pane
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Thomas
  Wed, 30 Dec 1998 08:39:53 EST
  ...the bulb sockets for the rear l&r sidemarkers mine rusted out Need lens too. Thank you Kurt Thomas
• The mysterious 'Silver Socket'
  Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
  Sat, 14 Jun 2008 03:22:45 -0700
  I was reading about this, factory installed BWM type plug on early Vanagons. Can someone please tell me where there were installed, and can...
• Re: lug nuts torque-
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Buese
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:21:08 -0600
  ...If the failure happens >> in the rain-snow-dark it just helps you appreciate the bar & socket >> approach. >> >> >> >> Rob >> becida@comcast.net
• Re: Fw: Dash Power outlet..? revised
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:13:19 -0600
  ...BMW-Style Socket with Cover]<http://motorcycle.motorcycle-superstore.com/search?p=R&srid=S11%2d2&lbc=motorcyclesuperstore&w=12%20Volt%20Power%20Outlet&url...
• Re: Mystery dash outlet '83.5 GL Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 20 Jan 1997 18:30:42 +0200
  Are you nuts to pay 12 USD for a plug which fits this awful socket in your Westy? I would pay a quarter of...
• FW: Carpet Screws
  Historical mailing list - gcarcher
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 18:55:33 -0700
  ...Does anyone know where one can buy these plastic screws/sockets. They work like a charm. Can't seem to find them anywhere. Thanks...
• Re: Need size of CV bolt socket tool...12 pt 6mm???
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 19 Jan 2001 19:01:21 -0700
  ...Need size of CV bolt socket tool...12 pt 6mm??? > Chris, > > Near as I can tell it's a 7mm 12-pointer. I was...
• Re: 84 dash fit in 87
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 2 Sep 2003 10:49:16 -0700
  ...A minor change was made to the cig lighter socket wiring so you should check that. If they are different just splice the few...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 11 Sep 2006 (#2006-764)
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 12 Sep 2006 08:45:06 -0700
  ...Little sockets for bulbs. I just soldered some jumpers and that was it; much wider taillights. I just assumed they'd all be the...
• Re: 88 GL - Oil Cooler R&R
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 4 Jan 2014 17:59:06 -0600
  ...It will be better to prepare for the ability to engage the nut with a socket before you reassemble, better yet before you disassemble...
• Re: Extra tailight in spare socket?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 9 Apr 2007 11:09:57 -0700
  ...I removed the lenses and noticed an extra socket, which I > assume > > > is for the Euro foglamp. This socket has no 'springy' power connector...