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• Re: Harbor Freight 3/4" drive breaker bar?
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:24:32 -0700
  ...BTW, my Craftsman socket set, and my wrenches are made in China. Courtney
• Re: Air tools for my Westy
  Historical mailing list - David
  Fri, 30 Dec 2016 00:15:01 +0000
  I forgot to mention...yes the BLACK impact sockets- Also, most FLAPS rent sets- some with the abnormal sizes like those for axle nuts...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 05:44:44 EST
  ...Other tools that have saved my bacon in the past - CV joint special socket, big socket for the end of the axle, vise grips...
• Re: Automatic window problem in '89 Vanagon . . .
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 2 Aug 2004 16:13:47 -0400
  ...Other than requiring a bit of adroitness with sockets and such, it is fairly easy to remove (though I'll admit the Bentley isn...
• Re: EV oil change
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Nugent
  2 May 1996 13:25:52 -0700
  ...Don't be afraid to get a socket on the end of the filter (and maybe a socket extension to give yourself a little...
• Re: Electrical Question: Adding charger ports for accecories
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:09:26 -0500
  ...So the potential problem from the non-sliding center contact is hugely aggravated by their inherent tendency to push themselves out of the socket...
• Re: Proper side mirrors?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 7 Jun 2006 08:01:35 -0700
  ...first, disassembled socket and cleaned things up with alchohol, used light sanding on ball socket. Pushed the rod all the way back into the...
• Re: Headlamp Relays - Lights Still Dim
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 11 Sep 2003 07:21:22 -0400
  ...Eric James V wrote: >I checked the voltage at the headlamp socket and it's just over 12v. This >is w/ out rewiring the...
• Re: heater control lights
  Historical mailing list - David Milo
  Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:15:28 -0500
  I was recently (in the last 3 months) able to go to my local VW dealer and obtain replacement bulb sockets with replaceable bulbs...
• Re: Tranny Hex Drain Plug - What size??
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 08:17:41 -0600
  ...used my newly made tool with a box wrench or a socket and it worked great. Unfortunately, all my tools got stolen from my...
• Re: '86 Westy cranking trouble
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:03:52 -0700
  ...pump fuse in models that use relay socket #2 for FP relay. (some diesels use relay socket #2 for glow plug relay but these...
• Re: lug nuts torque-
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:19:25 -0500
  ...to get a real wrench, ie > 1/2" breaker bar and socket for this job. > > oh well Dave, to each his own. thanks for...
• Re: Dash Power outlet..?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:48:57 -0800
  ...16 AM 11/10/2009, Don Hanson wrote... > > and the metal socket inside is steel with a thin >> coating... >> > > Uh, no. They're nickel...
• Re: 88 Vanagon headlight socket problem
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 20 Mar 2009 19:11:02 -0400
  At 03:44 PM 3/20/2009, Allan Streib wrote: >Not sure whether it's as beneficial on something >like a headlight. They have...
• Backup light switch
  Historical mailing list - Dave
  Thu, 29 May 1997 20:53:17 -0500
  Where is the backup light switch on a manual transmission? Also, I = believe that someone in the list mentioned that the empty bulb socket...
• Re: what is a 17mm "socket tool"???
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Mon, 15 Mar 1999 09:37:33 -0800
  I can vouch for the usefulness of the Snap-On wrench. Even though the trans drain plug is in an awkward spot, there is...
• 2nd CORRECTION size of CV bolt socket tool...12 pt 6mm???
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 19 Jan 2001 21:00:50 EST
  I apologize to everybody AGAIN. I should have tried this on the 14" Syncro. Chris, It is the same as the Golfs. It is...
• Re: Brighter lights
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Thu, 28 Jun 2001 21:35:02 -0500
  David, The Halogen bulbs are used only in the back-up sockets, where they aren't on constantly. I've had the 50 watters...
• Vanagon Stereo Install
  Historical mailing list - Randy Huyck
  Sun, 13 Apr 2003 23:16:21 -0700
  ...90's VW Premium sound stereo? It has one ten-pin socket above two eight-pin sets. Please pmail me - I have several questions...
• rebuilt auto transmission
  Historical mailing list - Alan Sinclair
  Wed, 5 Oct 2005 17:44:15 -0700
  ...hard is it to put in? I've no tools beyond socket set and wrenches at present - should I try do-it-myself? One...
• Re: lug wrench
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:14:16 -0700
  I use a quality breaker bar and a 19mm socket. When they are tight I stand on the end of the bar and gently...
• Re: steering wheel scraping
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 10:45:55 -0700
  Arlene, Since I have the socket wrench to take the steering wheel off, this is an easy and straightforward fix; I use light bicycle...
• many questions about the westy..
  Historical mailing list - David Raistrick
  Sun, 26 May 1996 02:43:58 -0400 (EDT)
  ...i went to change the plugs, <boshe supers to install>, and stick the wrench <sparckplug socket, 3 inch extension, and ratchet> in engine compart...
• Re: Rear lights questions
  Historical mailing list - Marius Strom
  Wed, 8 Dec 2010 21:36:33 +0000
  I went LED bulbs, and I also wired up the spare socket in the rear cluster to be on with my running lights. http...
• Re: Radio wiring and wire hacks by previous owner???
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Mon, 21 Sep 1998 08:03:55 -0700
  ...I also bought the optional conversion harness which converts the funny sockets (power and speakers) in chassis of the Blaupunk Denver to the equally...
• Re: Starter removal
  Historical mailing list - t
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 18:22:03 -0700
  ...I have the attachment > for my socket set that fits the hex opening. However, there appears to be > no reasonable way to get at...
• Re: silver socket plug..Re: missing a hole in my vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 22:49:45 +1200
  ...camper to have the euro outlet for the >acessory > 12v "silver socket" plug. it was on all 74-84 westfalias. ..... >> > >Chris, > >I had this...
• Re: Oil warning light and buzzer go off when going uphill
  Historical mailing list - Richard Stevens
  Thu, 19 May 2005 10:36:03 +0100
  ...The pins and sockets were cleaned and contact cleaner /preserver applied and the alarm (fingers crossed) has stopped and peace of mind restored. Richard...
• Re: Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 03 Feb 95 11:42:53 CST
  ...Just >sockets and ratchets if I remember. It has 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" >ratchets. This seems like a better deal than...
• Re: Installing new shocks
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 17 Jul 2009 19:56:43 -0700
  ...sockets. > > you could be talking about a cast iron contorl amr one, from about mid 85 > onward.... > I think you just need a socket...
• Re: tire jack suggestions for 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 20 Jun 2010 10:25:49 -0700
  ...So I bought a longish (18"?) breaker bar, 1/2" drive and a 19 mm socket. Its dedicated to wheel duty and kept in...
• Re: VW Solar Panel
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Fri, 31 May 2002 14:48:39 -0400
  ...VW Solar Panel > ok, but how does that work? plug it into the cig lighter socket and it > charges the battery? > > bill > > > On Friday...
• Re: Mystery switch in centre of dash
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 11:42:20 -0500
  ...That other thing is called a silver socket. You can buy a variety of things from BMW motorcycle dealers and BMW car dealers that...
• green glow
  Historical mailing list - Bill Berg
  Wed, 15 Apr 2020 17:38:31 -0500
  While , after testing hazard light and turn signal switch and all bulbs and sockets. Big duh, remembered had original VW #21 turn signal/hazard...
• Back bench latch
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Thu, 8 Aug 2019 19:59:27 -0400
  ...I can get a socket onto the nuts to free the latch mechanism but can’t be sure of the right size. ) Thanks, Gabby
• Re: rear brake shims
  Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
  Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:18:26 -0600
  ...screw out. > > They're not threaded, Warren. �They just fit into sockets (pull out). > > It may take some heat, among other things, to get...
• Alternator warning light.
  Historical mailing list - Earl Smith
  Sat, 17 Oct 1998 10:40:02 -0700
  ...Still, it would be useful to know for future reference how to tell which leg socket on the printed ciruit board is positive. I...
• Brake Lights
  Historical mailing list - Dan Eggert
  Wed, 9 May 2001 15:27:35 -0500
  ...Thanks to Kitz and Pfeil for letting me use the 15/16" socket and extension bar too. They were nice enough to lend me...
• RE: drum brake adjustment
  Historical mailing list - David Raistrick
  Thu, 9 May 1996 02:08:34 -0400 (EDT)
  Perosnally, after first sheering the head off a sears 1/2 drive, (using a rented 36mm socket, 1/2 dirve), i decided to go...
• Re: First breaker-bar of the summer!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 29 Jun 1996 15:22:34 -0700 (PDT)
  >I got up, the socket was still sitting on the axle nut as though this entire event >hadn't occurred. Looking around, I retrieved...
• Re: I need a lug wrench
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 09:11:07 -0800
  ...nice socket with a cheater bar works wonders. AND saves the back :) -- Joseph Fortino fortino1@onebox.com - email (510) 360 -7829 voicemail/fax ---- Chris...
• poptop assist fotos
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Sun, 8 Jun 2008 13:34:25 -0600
  ...tab=find&FastTrack=False&WRCntxt=OrdHist> 2 Each13 Mm Steel Ball Socket For M8 Thread 29416K79<http://www.mcmaster.com/itm/find.asp?searchstring...
• Re: Pilot Bearing Removal?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 12 May 2003 18:47:27 -0700
  ...Place your largest 1/2 inch drive socket, open end toward the pilot bearing, over the bolt. Make sure the wedge does not protrude...
• Re: Weird radio problem
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Mon, 20 Jun 2005 07:23:25 -0700
  ...lighter socket is bad and needs to be replaced, and I will do so (is it necessary to get a direct replacement, or will...
• Re: What's the correct bulb needed in this '82 Westfalia?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 28 Jul 2014 23:08:31 -0400
  ...But my voltmeter says >that the socket is only getting 9.75 ~ 10.0 volts, so I'm still wondering if >the issue is...
• Re: [WetWesties] H3 Bulb(s) Factory Flaw? PICS
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 26 Jul 2013 10:13:27 -0700
  ...That said, maybe taking the tint of the rear window and installing higher power LED lights in the OEM back up light sockets would...
• Re: What is that darn silver thing on my Westy dieseldash???????
  Historical mailing list - Mick Kalber
  Mon, 3 Sep 2001 14:24:11 -1000
  ...12v adapter plug, right? I know I would miss the silver socket thread, but isn't that what it is in the first place...
• Re: clutch slave cylinder mounting bolts
  Historical mailing list - 1speedsteed
  Fri, 19 Dec 2003 11:59:27 -0700
  I'm pretty sure I've gotten either a wrench or socket on that thing, but you can always use the 'wedge the screwdriver...
• Re: "step protector" project
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:40:11 -0700
  ...I'm not kidding. > > < http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Sea-Dual-Charger-Socket/dp/B0082CXEI8/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_nC?ie...
• Re: Vanagon Wiki
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
  Tue, 4 May 2010 07:14:34 -0700
  BTW, Guido's question yesterday about the silver socket is the perfect reason why a wiki would be nice to have again: a place...
• Oil Drip...
  Historical mailing list - Ben Wampler
  Sun, 16 May 1999 20:30:45 -0500
  ...they'd sell me (I just need the lighter, not the socket itself) Thanks :) Ben Wampler '85 Vanagon GL '74 Ghia Coupe '71 Type...
• putting an 022D chip into 022 housing
  Historical mailing list - Robert Donalds
  Sun, 16 Dec 2001 15:47:32 -0500
  ...the difference is that the 022d chip is a push in socket and the 022 chip is soldered in place has anybody installed a...
• heater controls on the dash panel-it broke
  Historical mailing list - gary
  Fri, 19 Mar 2004 18:23:34 -0500
  ...speed control has either broken or pulled out of it's socket--stuck in high position. I jammed it back in and turned it...
• Re: Tranny fluid top-up/replacement.
  Historical mailing list - Donald Adams
  Thu, 9 Jun 2005 07:49:05 -0700
  ...You can weld two nuts together (in the center) to make a tool or you may want to buy a special socket like this...
• Re: Syncro rear hub removal, spindle nut size
  Historical mailing list - Chris Bracken
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 22:04:39 -0700
  ...My experience was that you must use 3/4" drive socket and bar; I tried 1/2" and broke both a breaker bar, and...
• Re: 2 Questions
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Mon, 26 Mar 2001 13:10:03 -0500
  ...According to Haynes, the dash lights just push into their plastic sockets. I untwisted the sockets and removed them from the instrument panel, but...
• Re: Removing CV from axle shaft?
  Historical mailing list - dr
  Mon, 22 Sep 2003 09:07:18 -0400
  ...Then hammer the shaft DOWN out the center of the joint with an old socket that is slightly smaller in diameter than the shaft...
• Re: good tool set...
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Sun, 19 Mar 2017 18:47:02 -0700
  ...I picked up a small socket set from Sears because I was in a bind and Sears was available. Two of the sockets cracked...
• Crank Pulley-Off!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Chen
  Wed, 10 Dec 1997 13:14:28 -0400
  ...If you use a open end or combination wrench instead of a socket, you may not need to drop the tin, but I didn...
• Re: Bosch #72137 oil filter question (have searched archives....)
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 16:27:32 -0400
  ...If you were to > change out a > power steering rack you'd need a 22mm, and a 1 1/16 > or 1/18 socket...