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• Re: H-4 Headlamp
  Historical mailing list - Pensioner
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 11:30:42 -0800
  ...but also require a video and divine guidance to use a screwdriver to aim their headlights. Excluding present company of course. With a very...
• Re: improbable fixes
  Historical mailing list - Theodore Hoekman
  Sun, 25 Nov 2012 09:22:03 -0500
  ...top of the seats, and wrapping the cable end around a screwdriver now had a hand throttle control and was able to drive it...
• Re: Sorta Scary Event
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 26 Feb 2011 09:26:49 -0500
  ...With the switch keep a screwdriver or other flat object of the correct size to operate the switch. Take a working ECU from one...
• Re: Michelin Roadside Emergency Kit
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Tue, 6 Apr 2010 09:22:15 -0600
  ...yellow or both as well as white > light, folding triangle reflector, screwdriver, lug nut wrench, first > aid kit, and more.  Really nice - keeps things...
• Re: HELP! Clutch slave-cylinder bolts???
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Fri, 29 Nov 2002 17:35:35 -0500
  ...Attempts to jam the > bolthead with a > screwdriver have been unsuccessful. It appears that I can > remove the circlip > for the clutch arm, and...
• Re: Starting Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 1 Jan 2003 15:09:43 -0500
  ...I used a long then screwdriver to bring the ends back up, and then, Voila!, I had a carrying handle for the old battery...
• Re: Product Report AXXESS Plastikey
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:12:51 -0400
  ...Anyway, if a >> > screwdriver isn't handy when needed, a penny serves to gain access. >> > >> > Mike >
• Re: Headlight swtich diagnostics?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:49:53 -0800
  ...Some rubbing with a pencil eraser and gentle scraping with a screwdriver on the connector cleaned it up enough to work. I'm still...
• Re: sliding door handle adjust question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Hertzog
  Tue, 22 Aug 2017 23:30:43 -0400
  ...wallboard just big enough to let me put a Phillips head screwdriver on it. Crude, but it works. Otherwise, you'd have to keep...
• Re: '83 H2O head gasket advice needed (long)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 19 Jul 1996 21:15:31 -0400
  ...Look up and or feel with a long screwdriver if there are any internal cracks. Look real close because the crack is small when...
• Re: Supplier of sliding window guide
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 09:44:22 -0300
  ...I loosed the screw with the flat screwdriver bit and a small adjustable wrench, then I finished removing the screw with the screwdriver bit...
• Re: Buzzing from Fuse/Relay area after getting A/C fixed
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 16 Jul 2017 23:57:54 -0700
  ...A mechanics stethoscope may be your friend here? Or a long screwdriver? On 7/16/17, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > But, heard...
• Re: Starter problems
  Historical mailing list - TCollins
  Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:09:35 -0400
  ...I can push start the van and drive it. >> > >> > I tried jumping the starter with a screwdriver across terminals clank clink clank no spin...
• Re: Passenger side window inop
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Sat, 8 May 1999 18:49:52 -0400
  ...Pre '86 switches pop apart easily (little screwdrivers in the side by the pivot) and the culprit is usually grease hardened to an insulating...
• Re: what spare parts to have.....just in case>
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Mon, 1 Nov 1999 11:17:35 -0500
  ...t bring anything but a pair of pliers and a couple screwdrivers. We didn't even need those. During the past 3 weeks, we...
• Re: rear wiper motor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Fri, 26 Jan 2001 22:16:39 -0600
  ...two screwdrivers, side by side, can work but > are harder to manage. > > good luck! > joel
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 09:12:32 -0600
  ...I carry a set of 7mm-19mm combination wrenches, a 3/8 drive socket set with 7mm-19mm shallow sockets and about three screwdrivers...
• Re: Roadside Troubles while on Vacationing
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Sat, 6 Jan 2007 16:46:36 +0000
  ...I keep a couple of screwdrivers, a wrench, and a multimeter in the pocket under the front seat. Pulled that stuff out and took...
• Re: '81 Engine work
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Wed, 21 Jun 1995 15:17:14 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I just put a screwdriver under it right where it goes into the engine and pry outward until that side pops out - then you...
• tools of the trade (fi and carb)
  Historical mailing list - J. Walker
  Thu, 13 Oct 94 10:20:56 CDT
  ...even if you break a screwdriver, they will replace it! but tracking down the little guy in the white truck to get the new...
• Re: Rear Brake Job, Observations.
  Historical mailing list
  15 Jan 97 07:27:22 PST
  To remove the upper return springs, I placed a common screwdriver tip into the springs and pushed towards the center to unclip the inner...
• Re: Can anyone else remove their igniton key with their van running?
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Sat, 4 Sep 1999 15:42:39 -0400
  ...If the van is off I must use a key to turn it on -a screwdriver will not turn the ignition. My 1984 Westie...
• Re: '85 Vanagon Sunroof - DUMPING! HELP!
  Historical mailing list - Dustin Fitch
  Wed, 10 Jul 2002 12:14:17 -0400
  ...outside of the bead, then dig it out with a mini-screwdriver. Had my seal been a good one, the razor blade would have...
• Re: Central Locking - can't open rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 23 Aug 2005 23:43:58 -0400
  ...If you can't do it by hand use a screwdriver with tape on it so you don't scratch your paint. Once the...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 30 Jul 2017 15:39:34 +0000
  ...Dig a 6" deep hole in the gravel and pine needles under the engine so I can use my heftiest flat head screwdriver to...
• Re: 2.1L engine won't fire
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 23 Mar 2017 06:21:05 -0500
  ...In that case begin testing by rapping the suspect with a > screwdriver handle to see if engine stops. > > Adding a foot (with super extra...
• Re: (another) Van Dies, Refuses to start in extreme hot weather.. (very long)
  Historical mailing list - Pablo Bonilla
  Mon, 15 Jul 2002 19:31:03 -0600
  ...it, rapped on the relays with my screwdriver, beat on the engine computer with both my screwdriver and my first, nothing would make it...
• Re: Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list
  6 Feb 95 13:20
  ...One of those multi-bit screwdriver sets containing Allen bits,Philips,Flat blade,and other weird bits. Often contains adapter to use your 1...
• Starting problem or startER problem
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 20:30:30 -0400
  ...Starter *will* rotate and engine does start when I jump small terminal and large terminal on the solenoid with a screwdriver or similar. Every...
• Re: Marker light tip wanted
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Mon, 8 Jul 2013 18:23:24 -0500
  ...You can get >> a screwdriver tip under the lip and start it moving; it then comes >> off pretty easily. There's enough slack in...
• Re: Starter/relay/switch problem
  Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
  Mon, 23 Jul 2012 12:19:44 -0500
  ...12px">Screwdriver across the solenoid ignition wire and starter wire. Always hated doing that, though. I'd first suspect grounds.<BR><BR>Not sure...
• Re: Turn signals
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:53:48 -0400
  ...Perhaps your cat is going out in the night and messing with your head? I wouldn't trust *my* cat with a screwdriver. Brightness...
• Re: AFM cleaning - SHOT?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 13:57:55 -0700
  ...put the tip of a flat screwdriver between the circuit board and the edge of the AFM body and gently twist. You'll move...
• Re: stripped stud hole
  Historical mailing list - John Clavin
  Wed, 25 Oct 2000 00:31:52 -0500
  ...Place a screwdriver shaft through one set of holes and use it to align the other holes until you get the bolt through both...
• Re: torque wrench
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sun, 28 Nov 2004 12:06:17 -0600
  ...are Craftsman and I do like being able to return a screwdriver, wrench, or pliers and have them >replaced at no cost. However, I...
• Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 6 Apr 2020 14:50:28 -0400
  ...removal of old hoses easier, use something narrow (small > phillips head screwdriver?) to lift hose a little, spray some wd40, > work tool around to...
• rear hatch lock problem-resolution and Swiss lock actuator setup
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Fri, 7 Aug 2009 02:34:12 EDT
  ...I grabbed a flat head screwdriver and pushed on the latch mechanism to push into the unlock position. Be sure the lock on the...
• Re: Rear Door lock stuck
  Historical mailing list - Don Lancaster
  Mon, 13 Jul 1998 10:04:27 -0700
  ...Once open, tighten the main latch screws with a big Phillips screwdriver. Might want to add some thread locker. After you destroy the plastic...
• Re: Solenoid Fix (was: How to turn the van over from the back)
  Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 08:51:40 -0700
  ...under the back right side behind the wheel > with a long screwdriver, and jump two connections on the solenoid. > Started right up nearly every...
• Re: Jumpy Trans
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 26 Jul 2001 13:23:18 -0500
  ...Take a good look at your mounts and gouge them with a screwdriver from the bottom side, if they're soft, replace them. Stan...
• Re: valve lash adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 29 Aug 2001 05:34:09 -0500
  ...I use a tiny little screwdriver to "feel exactly where > the adjustment screw is hitting the valve stem, then go the 1/4 turn...
• Re: Rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:30:30 -0400
  ...say can be very, tight. > I’ve had to use impact screwdriver, I mean the type you whack with heavy hammer to impact loosen...
• Re: How to remove wires from headlight switch plug?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 6 Aug 2012 20:25:27 -0700
  ...I use either a straightened paper clip, or my smallest jewelers screwdriver, to depress that little tab. Neil. On Mon, Aug 6, 2012 at...
• Re: Easy way to get your car stolen
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Wed, 20 Aug 2003 10:06:54 -0500
  ...A dent puller and one slap and the lock is out of there, and a screwdriver willl start it. In summation, don't worry...
• Re: Cant Accelerate (still!)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 15 Oct 2007 10:47:49 -0700
  ...This is all simple to check, only a screwdriver and some extra fuel hose are needed in addition to a gauge. In a pinch...
• Re: Hydrolic lifters- 81'
  Historical mailing list - R.D. Robertson
  Fri, 10 May 1996 15:04:32 -0500
  ...Wedge screwdriver between adjusting screw and valve stem by twisting screwdriver. You will be able to tell if any air is left in lifter...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 15:22:35 -0700
  ...wire small wire brush RTV plastic tie wraps 6 in 1 screwdriver (for the glove box) An LED head lamp for a flash light...
• Re: My rear wheel ...
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Wed, 28 Jun 1995 18:42:12 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I modified an old screwdriver to fish the clip out, but had to do the old twisted-wire-through-the-circlip-eyelet- then-cut...
• Re: Locking The Flywheel
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Wed, 18 Aug 1999 14:25:26 -0700
  ...WB) you >can alternatively lock the flywheel by inserting a fat screwdriver through >the timing hole in the block into one of the vent...
• Hidden alarm - short? or disarming engine?
  Historical mailing list - Bassim Dowidar
  Thu, 9 Aug 2001 19:21:28 -0700
  ...Is there a way to start the van bypassing the ignition? I once heard that you could lay a screwdriver across the solenoid..... OK...
• Re: hands greasy, installing trans. -- please help!!...
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 10 Mar 2003 18:01:05 -0600
  ...the flywheel i had to > lock up the teeth with a screwdriver on thr engine stud to keep it > from moving, whereas when i...
• Re: Head gasket swap WBX..stuck cylinder help needed
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Tue, 18 Nov 2003 17:26:36 -0600
  ...This worked when all kinds of tapping and prying with screwdrivers and gently tapping chisels in that space did not... This worked for me...
• Re: Tightening the Throttle body
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Fri, 23 Jun 2006 17:38:53 -0400
  I don't remeber using anything more exotic than a #2 philips-head craftsman screwdriver... but I probably already had the air cleaner and...
• Re: Newbie test
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 6 Feb 2008 17:58:24 -0500
  ...the propane!) I have plenty > more questions, but I figured I'd start with one that doesn't require > a screwdriver! > > Thanks All > > HS >
• Re: Canvas Replacement: Remove Upper Bed Help?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 4 Mar 2013 21:55:24 -0800
  ...Had wondered if a flexible attachment on a Dremel tool might do but it seems a good cordless screwdriver with 90� head is best...
• Re: Rear end rattle
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:28:32 -0500
  ...below the rear bumper--turned out to be a craftsman stubby screwdriver. It will have to sound better without that in there. Check for...
• Re: 91 GL won't start
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:14:54 -0500
  ...not known good) switch and >>> tried to start it with a screwdriver. Same thing as the switch that's >>> in the car. Nothing at...
• Re: vanagon sliding door han
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  13 Sep 1996 20:04:52 -0700
  ...Put the key in the lock cylinder, use a jewler's flat bladed screwdriver to probe down the hole, locate and engage the slotted...
• Re: installing a rebuilt power steering rack, anything to keep in mind?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Fri, 9 Nov 2001 09:29:42 -0500
  ...Also spread the spline clamp with a screwdriver to make it easier to slide onto the shaft. If its rusty, oil the splines too...
• Re: Help.
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 06:03:57 EDT
  ...on a work bench and pry them apart using two big screwdrivers, pry bars or other such leverage between the heads and the bosses...