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• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:42:07 -0500
  Just trying to be helpful, Roger : ) I know, I know, I spoil my diesel but the poor thing needs all the help it can...
• Re: Bearings or moronic PO
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 31 Dec 2006 11:51:40 -0800
  ...talked about six-foot breaker bars, extensions bolted to >this, special tools etc, etc. It sounded like a real headache. Sounds like a discussion...
• NVC Friday: Pharmacy help: dichloroacetate & cancer
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Fri, 9 Feb 2007 11:48:02 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/shortcuts/#news
• Re: Middle seat again
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Tue, 22 Jan 2008 04:55:37 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
• rekeying sliding door lock
  Historical mailing list - Will Taygan
  Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:46:09 -0800
  ...a punch(?) being used? Anyone have a DIY source for the tools/parts/instructions needed to punch(?) this out and replace the pin/screw...
• New Member Introduction and "Decent Proposal"
  Historical mailing list - Uncle Beer
  Tue, 28 Mar 2006 18:57:02 -0800
  ...understand concepts and I am good with tools but I do not have access to many tools and I do not know my way...
• Re: Give This Man a Nose
  Historical mailing list - william killian
  Mon, 5 Jun 1995 22:53:55 -0400 (EDT)
  ...I'm sure I have some of the tools necessary but not all. Not even sure what all I would need. Done almost no...
• Re: brake flaring tool
  Historical mailing list - Paul & Becky Oliver
  Thu, 4 Nov 2004 23:28:24 -0600
  ...brake flaring tool > > A great source for good but "cheap" tools, Harbor Frieght Tools > > http://www.harborfreight.com/ > > double flare tool is under 20...
• Re: Death Valley
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Wed, 24 Jan 2007 13:45:38 -0500
  ...The best non-pro team did the job using the basic tools from a VW bus toolkit: Phillips/Slotted Screwdriver, spark plug wrench and...
• Re: Traveling Tool Kit?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 5 Jul 2015 17:46:40 +0000
  When I drove a gas vanagon I carried an extra set of engine belts and the tools to put them on with. A 10mm...
• Re: tool find
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 29 Sep 2013 10:10:50 -0500
  Yes, you have to be careful buying tools there. BUT they have some pretty good stuff too, you just have to know. Example: I...
• Re: Fryday - Mk IV Jetta question.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 25 Nov 2011 17:16:15 -0500
  ...My preferred online dealer for our Mk I Golf has the tool for $45 - ( http://www.germanautoparts.com/Tools/Volkswagen/Brake+tools) The tool...
• Re: front wheel grease cap removal
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Sun, 22 Mar 2009 23:29:50 -0400
  ...WonderBar! > > <http://www.diguniverse.com/TOOLS-AND-SUPPLIES/TOOLS/STY55515.html> > > Jim >
• Re: Mustn't it be the ECU?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Bulley
  Thu, 28 Aug 1997 19:02:50 -0400
  ...If you bet on the Bentley/tools you may spend some of that paycheck, with some $$$ left to stop by Taco Bell. I assure...
• Re: CV joint 12 point cap screws (bolts)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 15 Aug 2002 17:38:58 -0500
  ...http://www.mytoolstore.com/kd/kdengi09.html#2304 > > Lisle's been around for a LONG time and have produced some excellent > quality tools that...
• Re: westy - what do you keep in your cupboards?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 13 Oct 2002 01:03:27 -0500
  ...A - under drivers seat Spare Parts, Tools B - Drawer Silverware for 4, kitchen knife, salt, pepper, big bic lighter, sweet and low, coffe filters...
• Re: Haynes Manual
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 21 Mar 2003 09:28:54 -0800
  ...My version of the 'Pocket Book' does not cover diesels so I can't tell you how much coverage it has of 'special tools...
• Moving adventures...
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Fri, 11 Jul 2003 12:47:49 -0700
  ...The 14 footer gets largish shop tools, drill press, band saw, metal storage cabinets, etc. I drive the loaded westy up the hill, and...
• Tranmission R & R
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 17 Mar 2016 05:06:54 -0500
  ...What special tools or equipment would be needed or nice to have for the job? Thanks. John
• Re: [WetWesties] VW Books on Interior Designs
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:43:56 -0700
  ...plans that a carpenter (or a guy with a good set of tools) could > use to > make the interior furniture for a VW camper?
• Re: Adjusting Valves
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 26 Feb 1995 14:03:01 -0600 (CST)
  ...do the same thing with my Nissan 4x4 NAPZ...engine running, tools bouncing all over th place....while I adjust by ear the proper...
• Re: Fw: Cincinnati VW show (Ted's B-Day too!)
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Tue, 12 Aug 1997 18:45:53 -0700
  ...the party anyhow! Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
• Re: Ok, whats a flap?????
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Sun, 17 Aug 1997 15:05:49 -0700
  ...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
• Head removal difficulties
  Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
  Sun, 9 Nov 1997 23:20:38 -0500
  ...Do I have a prayer of getting the piston off the rod without removing the engine if I buy the VW special tools? I...
• Re: Can't get the %&#*!!! OFF!
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 16 Jun 1998 07:30:27 EDT
  ...For $30 you can sit in the cool waiting room and read "Tires and Tools" magazine for 10 minutes. Drive off with a wink...
• Re: Radio removal..
  Historical mailing list - Tonya Pope
  Sun, 18 Oct 1998 13:49:12 -0500
  Ari Ollikainen wrote: > > You can make a pair of DIN radio removal "U" tools out of a wire > coathanger by cutting two 8-10inch...
• Re: (NKLR)(NHSTA)a fix for AOL.5.0 users,(hard to read sm. print)
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Thu, 10 Feb 2000 13:35:58 -0700
  To adjust browser font size: Netscape: Edit/Preferences/Fonts IE: Tools/Internet Options/Fonts Any version of either from 3.0 to 5.X...
• Ball Joints
  Historical mailing list - Tim New
  Mon, 23 Dec 2002 09:02:42 -0800
  ...What parts will I need? What tools will I need? Should I change anything else while I'm under the car? Would you recommend...
• Re: Friday Navigation Quiz
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Fri, 25 Jul 2003 16:43:32 -0700
  ...elsewhere. > And Alaska has NO Interstate highways. +----------------------------------------------+ | You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape.| | If it doesn't move and it...
• Re: Digijet Diagnostic Tool?
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Sat, 31 Jul 2004 21:50:59 -0500
  ...Digijet Diagnostic Tool? Volks, Are there any diagnostic tools that would be similar to the one that Darrell Boehler made for the Digifant available...
• Re: Michelin Emergency Road Kit
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Sat, 9 Oct 2004 15:28:54 -0700
  ...I'd rather a a set of fresh MXTs... -- +----------------------------------------------+ | You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape.| | If it doesn't move...
• Re: Zetec Bostig test drive..long
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sun, 11 Mar 2007 09:19:11 -0700
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/toolbar/features/mail/
• Re: Dakar Rally starts soon
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Mon, 1 Jan 2007 21:03:37 -0700
  ...They came in 1st and 6th--typical Porsche >fashion! ;-)" I wonder if the rest of the teams/drivers knew that mechanics w/tools took...
• Re: ECU relocation / new 1.9 harnesses
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:31:16 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
• Clutch replacement Hints
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Plichta
  Wed, 26 Mar 2008 21:55:32 -0400
  ...may need replacing? Seals? Anything to look out for? Any odd tools? Thanks for the help. Kevin Plichta _________________________________________________________________ Test your Star IQ http://club...
• Re: Disabling a Westy for Theft Deterring
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Wed, 24 Jul 2013 09:41:47 -0600
  I figure it as a tool is a tool until a user of said tool/tools many not even firearm related decides to use...
• Re: Internal 115V power
  Historical mailing list - Dave Brune
  Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:44:07 -0800
  ...And unless you buy one of the very expensive pure > sine wave inverters you will find that many power tools or appliances do > not...
• Re: How to look competent when working on your Vanagon instead of a loser with a 30 year old car
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 3 Jan 2016 17:30:15 -0500
  ...At least I had the tools but I could have gotten them with the bulb if needed. Seriously though, I carry belts, a spare...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 07:16:15 -0500
  ...Toolkit > > > >Hi, > > > >When we go on a trip with the Westfalia, I grab a bunch of tools put it all > in > >an old sock...
• Re: Inner CV joint Allen bolt...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sun, 18 May 2003 19:24:19 -0700
  ...I have not ever had one that would'nt come off using these tools. Robert 1982 Westfalia ----Original Message Follows---- From: Jorge Osorio <josorio...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box - What be in it?
  Historical mailing list - River Clan
  Mon, 6 Mar 2006 17:00:02 -0800
  I found a really cool thing for my tools. In the old days, there were tool rolls. Bucket Boss now has these too, and...
• Re: Archive question and ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 26 Oct 2007 13:07:11 -0700
  ...Takes a little longer to install it properly; maybe a couple of hours, depending on how far your van is from your tools etc...
• Re: Fryeday: iPhone and Android apps
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Sat, 27 Oct 2012 09:36:37 -0600
  How can we offer up tools, parts and a parking space to be added to that list? > >On Fri, Oct 26, 2012 at 9...
• RE: WANTED: Cool paint ideas
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Mon, 14 Apr 1997 13:33:25 -0700
  ...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
• Re: list commands
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Thu, 11 Dec 1997 10:15:26 -0800
  ...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (415) 284-6972 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
• Why remove the crankshaft pulley?
  Historical mailing list - John D. Stepto
  Sun, 23 Apr 2000 21:36:47 -0000
  ...What is the reason for this? Is it to remove the coolant cross-over pipe? Are the special tools requiered to lock the crank...
• Tiico Engine Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Koloski, John G.
  Mon, 13 Nov 2000 13:01:54 -0500
  ...I'm making a video as I go on how to install an inline-4 in your driveway with only simple tools, sawdust, and...
• Re: (F) Looking for a Vanagon kind of wife
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Fri, 14 Sep 2001 17:27:59 -0600
  ...Re: (F) Looking for a Vanagon kind of wife #10) Thourough knowledge of tools ("Honey, can you get me the 3/8 torque wrench...
• Temp II sensor replacement
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sun, 10 Mar 2002 17:59:40 -0800
  ...Simple questions like does it screw in? Plug in? What tools do I need? William Polowniak 1989 Vanagon GL 1988 Mercedes 300 SE
• Re: Piston pin puller?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 12 Apr 2002 10:47:03 -0500
  http://williamwareagency.com/forsale/stanvan/tools.htm Make your own ..... takes ten minutes and $2.00 Stan On Fri, 12 Apr 2002 11:35...
• Re: air-cooled or water-cooled?
  Historical mailing list - Ben huot
  Sun, 21 Apr 2002 00:05:52 -0400
  ...or any other mechanic book and start reading, also gets some tools� Joke!!!! Look for any kind of big coolant line (Black flexible hose...
• long-distance towing
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Thu, 12 Sep 2002 11:04:07 -0400
  Folks, Speaking of tools to carry on roadtrips: I've got regular ol' AAA coverage, but I'm wondering if there are any long...
• 1897 Westy front suspensio rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Sidney White
  Wed, 5 Mar 2003 17:09:50 EST
  ...I finally got my Bentley but the information references VW special tools that I dont have. Can I press out the control arm bushings...
• Re: Ball joints - Pickle Fork?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 4 Jun 2003 19:47:31 EDT
  ...EASY TO POP THE JOINTS out of the arms with these tools. Get a set cost is only about $10~$12 each SAVES a...
• Recovered Van!
  Historical mailing list - MacLachlan, Bill
  Mon, 1 Nov 2004 12:41:11 -0800
  ...but it seems the biggest damage is a broken passenger mirror. Tools allgone but they are easier to replace than an entire vehicle! Thanks...
• Save these syncros.
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sun, 27 May 2007 23:57:55 -0700
  ...Yahoo! Small Business gives you all the tools to get online. http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/webhosting
• Re: reinstalling gas tank
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 09:35:47 -0500
  ...line and then push the grommet in with the line? any tools of help? Spray rubber with silicon lube or similar. Also, when tank...
• Re: Vac/pressure bleeder recommendations
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Wed, 21 Nov 2007 14:33:32 -0500
  ...http://www.germanautoparts.com/tools Allan
• Success!
  Historical mailing list - Kyle Davis
  Fri, 5 Oct 2007 10:51:33 -0700
  ...Yahoo! Small Business gives you all the tools to get online. http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/webhosting
• Re: New SYNCRO van wanted
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 24 Jan 2008 18:01:47 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping