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• Re: stethescoper
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 14 Feb 2003 07:31:20 -0500
  ...Prolly safer than the screwdriver too. I hear the electronic ones are really the cat's pyjamas, I've never had my hands on...
• Re: Drive flange OUT - now the seal?!
  Historical mailing list - jake beaulieu
  Sun, 5 Mar 2006 14:42:16 -0500
  ...I can't even get a small screwdriver under the outer edge of the one I'm trying to take out. I've tapped...
• Re: Finding TDC (dumb question?)
  Historical mailing list - Allan Bagley
  Wed, 6 Feb 2002 10:09:58 -0800
  >>>You can use a coat hanger wire or other >>>screwdriver or whatever to put into the #1 spark plug hole and rock the >>>vehicle...
• Re: sliding window latch removal
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 20 Jul 2002 07:28:41 -0400
  ...I used the bit from one of those screwdrivers that you can put different tips into. Held it up with a fingertip and turned...
• Re: Removing Sliding glass locks
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 11:49:26 -0700
  ...Use a short screwdriver with a medium width blade, sometimes an offset screwdriver will work. Remove the screw and the latch will come off...
• Re: FW: Oil Filter Stuck
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Thu, 2 Apr 1998 00:10:36 -0600
  ...Take a large screwdriver, jam it through the oil filter, and use it as a lever to turn the filter. CAUTION - This is quite...
• Re: gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:36:59 -0600
  ...Just put a big screwdriver in and turn. The wafers will cut thru the plastic and it will open. Now the new key is...
• Re: side door window knob tightening
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 8 Oct 2016 16:53:11 -0700
  you need a curved screw driver like this https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU tighten it under the...
• Re: how to make your locking gas cap accept the same key as your doors/ignition
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Sat, 27 Jan 2007 00:41:53 -0500
  Don't forget that NOW the cap can be opened with a screwdriver as well!
• Re: Torque value for thermo switch on WBX rad?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sat, 1 Mar 2008 14:04:52 -0500
  ...Maybe not wrenches, but there are torque screwdrivers. I recently discovered this when I started a new job servicing wide format printers and vinyl...
• Re: Source for black window seals w/o moulding groove
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sat, 21 Jan 2006 20:08:12 -0500
  ...gronski@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Basically you just work a couple of screwdrivers > > around the inside seal, folding it back as you go. > > While I...
• Tool for removing sliding window latch?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 26 Sep 2014 14:28:07 -0700
  I can't get any of my Allen wrenches or screwdrivers to grab anything, and I can't see anything up the hole in...
• Re: Electrical discharging a capacitor
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Sat, 2 Jul 2005 22:15:44 -0700
  Screwdrivers work ok for the smaller caps, BUT some specific capacitor types and large HV caps can not only spread molten metal around the...
• Re: Curtain track screws
  Historical mailing list - William Monk
  Thu, 25 Jun 2015 07:33:21 -0400
  Be careful to use a screwdriver that fits in the track and doesn't nick the edges. If you don't the slides will...
• gas tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Earl Smith
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 17:58:25 -0800
  ...the cap can be turned with any key or screwdriver. A replacement costs $50. What have others on the list in this situation? TIA
• Re: Adjusting Rear Camber
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 2 Jan 2010 19:18:14 -0600
  ...I couldn't get it to move with a large screwdriver or any other tool. Larry A. On Sat, Jan 2, 2010 at 5...
• Re: Beach Vanagons and a window slider question
  Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
  Thu, 14 Aug 1997 10:24:21 +0000
  ...You need some sort of flexible or right angle flat blade screwdriver to get it out. A mechanic's mirror helps to see what...
• Re: Techron
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 19 Jun 2010 17:41:31 -0400
  ...Normal motor oil wouldn't make the screwdriver >'squirt' out of my grip, but the STP certainly did so. Something besides >just thick oil...
• 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: vanagon emissions
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 7 Mar 1996 22:31:44 -0600
  >My circlip "tool" was a big screwdriver and a small needle nose pliers... > works for me. I'm sure the "proper" tool would work...
• Re: installing new luggage rack seals
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Tue, 26 Sep 2006 18:48:50 -0700
  ...is easy for the screwdriver to slip out and scratch the paint. (AMHIK) Use a very large flat tip screwdriver. Tom Salicos '87 Syncro...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 7 Sep 2010 22:24:27 -0400
  At 06:25 PM 9/7/2010 -0700, Rocket J Squirrel wrote: >75 of which appear to be snap-on tips for the screwdriver...
• Re: repairing arm rest
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Wed, 2 Jun 2010 07:30:11 -0700
  ...a #2 robertson screwdriver works well because the tip fits inside the pin and kind of hold there On 2-Jun-10, at 6...
• Re: side door window knob tightening
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 8 Oct 2016 21:57:03 -0400
  ...amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU <https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU> > > tighten it...
• Re: Temp II Sensor Release
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sun, 29 Dec 2013 19:26:00 -0700
  ...easily you will probably need to push a ScrewDriverBlade between TheConnector & TheSensor & then give the ScrewDriver a GentleTwist ~ To remove the Sensor you Pull...
• Re: Pilot bearing and seal
  Historical mailing list - john Runberg
  Mon, 19 May 2003 23:12:42 -0400
  ...When I was removing the oil seal I had the same problem -- it just wouldn't come out w/ a screwdriver. Went to the...
• Riddle me this!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 22 Feb 2014 22:23:14 -0600
  ...The clamp screw - if pointed down - would be easily reached from down under with a long screwdriver - had it been so aligned!! Grrrr!! John
• Re: Headrest guides
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 6 Aug 2002 01:23:31 EDT
  ...Time, jbrschawn@EARTHLINK.NET writes: > How do you get the headrest guide out of the rear bench seat... > > flathead screwdriver and pry out. chris
• OXYGEN SENSOR
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Thu, 15 Apr 2004 22:29:57 -0700
  ...I had to use a small screwdriver to push the button in far enough on mine too. It made a nice click when it...
• Re: what tool am i looking for? Limited vanagon content ...
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Thu, 13 Jul 2006 23:54:04 -0500
  ...I popped over to Rona and picked up a DeWalt 1/4 inch nut driver for my cordless screwdriver. I am Living Large. Thanks...
• Re: Squareback Security Was: Vanagon Security Challange...
  Historical mailing list - norman leong
  Tue, 3 Nov 1998 22:39:15 -0800
  ...What they did to my precious Sqback, was that they pryed the >door jamb open with a giant screwdriver and unhooked the lock knob...
• Re: sliding window latch removal
  Historical mailing list - Phil S.
  Wed, 17 Jul 2002 19:27:14 -0700
  The standard screw IS up there, grab a mirror to get an idea of what size screwdriver you are going to ruin by bending...
• Re: water pump bearing noise
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 22 Dec 2016 21:15:33 -0600
  ...Not saying the screwdriver method doesn't work just that it might be easier to pin point the noise with stethescope. Neil, On Thursday...
• Re: The Clock is always troublesome-now GW's foil replacement kit
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 11:12:26 -0800
  ...from opening the slider to grab the screwdriver to closing the slider after replacing the screwdriver. That time includes the time to write the...
• Re: Need help with '91 vanagon
  Historical mailing list - John Haddad
  Mon, 23 Jun 2003 08:47:29 -0400
  ...Since its a tight fit, you'll either need one of those screwdrivers with a flexible shaft, or a right angle screwdriver to get...
• Re: vanagon emissions
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 8 Mar 1996 13:42:07 -0500
  ...Hintz) writes: >>My circlip "tool" was a big screwdriver and a small needle nose pliers... >> works for me. I'm sure the "proper" tool...
• scat valve covers installed
  Historical mailing list - Bike Florida
  Wed, 14 Jul 2004 16:35:35 -0400
  ...My old ones could be clipped into position by hand, and a slight encouragement from a screwdriver, got them off. Well the new ones...
• Re: Removing Power mirrors
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 26 Jun 2007 12:51:02 -0400
  ...Mike BenT Syncro wrote: > screwdriver which is flat and even on all sides. In a pinch, I've even used > a paper clip while...
• Re: Headlight Relay Kit Problems
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Sun, 1 Dec 2013 09:29:54 -0800
  ...To get the spade connector out, you'll need to use something like a small jewellers screwdriver to compress that tab so that the...
• Re: Removing Sliding glass locks
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 14:11:32 -0500
  ...Use a short screwdriver with a > medium > width blade, sometimes an offset screwdriver will work. Remove the > screw and > the latch will come off...
• Re: gas tank cap
  Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 23:54:47 -0800
  ...The only person that will know that it works with a screwdriver is the guy that is in the process of stealing you gas...
• Re: side door window knob tightening
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 11 Oct 2016 18:22:29 -0400
  ...amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU <https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU> <https://www...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Jay lefstein
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 07:17:46 -0700
  ...No worn-out screwdrivers, > get new ones for the Phillips. A long #2 can come in handy. There > might even be somewhere that takes...
• Re: PREPING FOR PAINT JOB ON 87 WESTY
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
  Sat, 7 Mar 2015 12:59:20 -0500
  ...First, >> I cut a deeper slot for the screwdriver. When using my big screwdriver, >> part of the screw head broke off so I carefully...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 10:45:45 -0600
  ...Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware Clear handle Craftsman screwdrivers are so-so. The "Industrial" or "professional" line is much better. The handles were black, but...
• Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Wed, 24 Aug 2011 12:41:23 -0500
  ...Tensioning as hard as I can with a 12'' screwdriver levered > between the alternator body and its base, the (brand new), I can deflect...
• Re: black knob removal
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Fri, 27 Feb 2004 07:29:29 EST
  ...one is a thin screwdriver and the other an old artists palette knife. Both of these were run against a buffing wheel until I...
• Re: Keys
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 8 Dec 2004 08:12:46 -0600
  ...I have found that a 1/4" straight blade screwdriver, fully > inserted into the key slot and then turned with a channellocks (okay, > German...
• Re: Fuel filler cap stuck
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:03:18 -0800
  ...I was able to remove it with only the screwdriver. (but then we all carry more tools than that right? ;) ha ha. Neil. On...
• Re: Change a VW Fan Belt In 5 Seconds?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:10:47 -0400
  ...Which says nothing at all about what would happen if it went wrong and the screwdriver took a fast turn around the generator sheave...
• Re: Oil Drain Plug Bolt Rounded Off.
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Wed, 2 Jun 1999 23:05:47 -0700
  ...The problem with unscrewing a tight screw, especially a slotted one, is that the screwdriver wants to slip out of the slot or bugger...
• Re: Canvas replacement 1990 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 14 May 2015 18:49:21 -0700
  ...https://vimeo.com/12165017 You can use a screwdriver, but I recommend this tool with a #1 Phillips bit since there are a lot...
• Re: rear brakes
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Wed, 29 Sep 1999 19:38:56 -0700
  ...On some cars a straight flat-bladed screwdriver will do the job, but with the Vanagon you typically have to bend an old screwdriver...
• 2.1L engine dipstick tube
  Historical mailing list - John
  Sat, 16 Oct 1999 14:53:18 -0400
  ...Mine got horribly bent in a freak "accident" involving 1) a running engine & rotating belts, 2) a dropped screwdriver into rotating belts, 3) beer...
• Success...Hints on removing diesel injector pump sprocket.
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delasalle
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 23:53:27 -0600
  Success......Through combination of a 3-leg puller, applied & taught, and two big screwdrivers applied as levers with more gusto than I thought reasonable...
• Needed: split pin for adjustable armrests
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Tue, 6 Mar 2007 20:27:11 -0800
  Subject says it all -- our soon to be aquired van is missing one and the PO is using a screwdriver instead (maybe I'll...
• Re: V-Belt tightness -- how to determine?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:27:39 -0700
  ...Bentley says use a 12'' screwdriver. They must have written that for gorillas. -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott Bend, Ore. 1984 Westfalia. A poor...
• Re: how do I remove the main oil seal??
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Wed, 2 Apr 2003 11:15:36 -0500
  ...how do I remove the main oil seal?? Bentley says to "pry gently with a screwdriver" but nothing more. Can anyone enlighten me? Size...
• Re: Lost keys
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Tue, 18 Apr 2006 21:51:32 -0400
  ...All you need is a large Phillips screwdriver. http://www.californiawesty.com/Vanagon_Key_Code/ http://www.steveslockshop.com/ info on how to order...
• Re: OSX Counter
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 21 May 2008 20:36:42 -0400
  ...When you push the reset in, using a Phillips screwdriver or suitable rod, it's supposed to click and "Stay pushed". Mike