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Re: Are Today's Young People Mechanical Nitwits?
Historical mailing list - Ben Cichowski
Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:37:57 -0500
...I agree with the time and tools limitations - same here as well. OK, I'm heading into the back yard to build my own...
Re: Wanted - Battery Box Lid Retainers
Historical mailing list - James V
Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:33:18 -0700
...Or there's those battery lifter tools. James V 86 Syncro Westy
Re: Re; Window Moulding Tool
Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
Mon, 19 Jun 2000 23:49:28 -0400
...clamps and a vise grip. -Karl > Snap On has them,& Mac Tools, or you can probably find one at your local > body shop supply...
Hints on removing diesel injector pump sprocket.
Historical mailing list - Steve Delasalle
Thu, 11 Jan 2001 23:54:01 -0600
...As usual, Bentley makes it all sound so simple what with all the VW tools being available. In the real world what do you...
Re: cheap tools and old glory.
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Tue, 25 Sep 2001 12:51:24 -0500
Mick Kalber wrote: > > The world has made a surprise turn on us. China is now an ally! > > don't count your allies just yet...
Re: Rear axle nut socket
Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
Fri, 4 Jul 2003 09:59:20 -0600
...They also list some other handy tools like the 12 point socket for CV joints and a 17mm socket for the transmition oil plugs...
Bad Pilot Bearing???
Historical mailing list - Steve Shane
Tue, 31 Aug 2004 16:19:19 -0700
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Re: building tool kit-vendor recomendations?
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Tue, 2 Dec 2003 00:56:17 EST
...in NYC except maybe you can get a lot of cheap tools at World Liquidators or whatever they call it on broadway near bleecker...
Re: Air Engine... the ultimate Vanagon Engine Conversion!
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:40:38 -0700
...Think about air tools in a shop. Your compressor is cycling on all the time just to unscrew bolts. How the heck will you...
weight as it pertains to mileage..
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Mon, 24 Mar 2008 12:53:15 -0800
...I took out about 600lbs of tools, water and spare travel parts. So, if you are using your vanagon as a shed, maybe you...
Two Heaters
Historical mailing list - M'obeechi
Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:32:48 -0800
...Then with subwoofers on either end, above the heaters, there could be tools, where maybe the wrenchs might not stay so cold...
Re: traveling in style
Historical mailing list - WVVW
Fri, 17 May 2002 14:35:30 -0400
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Re: minimal tools - was things you should have with you on a long trip
Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:34:54 -0700
...minimal tools - was things you should have with you on a long trip To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Sunday, March 15, 2009, 12...
Re: Friday/NVC: Tool calendars?
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 17 Feb 2007 11:24:01 -0600
BTW I checked out the 2007-2008 Ridgid Tool calendar so you wouldn't have to, and there are NO TOOLS. Just skimpily-clad...
Re: How to look competent when working on your Vanagon instead of a loser with a 30 year old car
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Sun, 3 Jan 2016 14:58:37 -0600
...This is entirely different from carrying around known high failure items "in case" along with the tools you need to change those items. Thanks...
Re: Friday topic: what is your favorite low (or no) dollar modification?
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Fri, 12 Aug 2005 09:26:53 -0700
...I store tarps, solar shower, small tools, books, video, sandals, a box with misc. hardware and wire and electrical connectors, shower pump and hose...
How to remove front passenger seat
Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
Tue, 7 Jul 2020 18:14:25 -0500
...It feels like it’s “locked” as opposed to “stuck.” I’ve got all the tools but left the Bentley at home. Any tips...
Michelin Road Trip safety box giveway,
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 27 Jul 2016 17:12:16 -0500
...case contain jumper cables,, a multiway flash light/blinker light, some tools, a folding triangle reflector, an auto tire electric pump, and otner assorted...
91 Headlight Upgrade
Historical mailing list - Brent Weide
Wed, 6 Apr 2016 19:14:44 -0700
...Does anyone know of a way to accurately measure the improved lighting using every day tools? I'd like to measure that headlight strength...
Re: End of the list? Was Re: Rear axle torque specs?
Historical mailing list - Ben
Fri, 5 Jun 2015 21:50:16 -0700
You're blaming FB because you are not using tools made available to you?! Go to your privacy settings and set to approve anything...
Re: Friday..OT..Stuff from WalMart-like stores...
Historical mailing list - Mike Holm Toronto
Sat, 18 Apr 2015 06:20:42 -0400
...The 1.5" dimension is very standard in north America and all the framing squares and many tools have 1.5" widths for this...
Re: Jacking points tell me if I'm wrong??
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Tue, 7 May 2013 17:56:43 -0700
...Jacking at the tire store At Discount Tire they have special tools that go into the original jacking points on a Vanangon, stick out...
Re: Tools and spare parts
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 8 Feb 2012 09:22:10 -0600
---- Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote: > " i don't think toyota supplies to its dealers instructions for adding a roof canopy for being out...
Fuel hose clamp tool
Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
Tue, 5 Apr 2011 10:21:08 -0700
...I'm wondering if i can find a pair of these clamp tools without too much trouble, and I assume I can re-use...
Re: Friday funnel tool
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:36:25 -0600
...guzyk.com> wrote: > This is one of the most useful looking tools I've come across in a while... > > It's a thin lead...
Re: Go with the split
Historical mailing list
Thu, 11 Jul 1996 04:52:41 -0700
...seem less willing to acquire the skills and invest in the tools that would keep their orphaned vehicles alive, a failure of spirit..." 'dem...
Re: FS: Stock Wheels and Covers (Hubcaps)
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Fri, 23 May 1997 10:00:18 -0700
...Ron -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re:Screw extractors any good?
Historical mailing list - Bill Kenneke
Sun, 13 Jul 1997 23:24:45 -0400
...in pretty good and then slooooowly apply the torque. <BR>The tools are very brittle for some reason.  Good luck! <P> <A...
Re: lug nuts and mystery clip
Historical mailing list - marcus
Wed, 22 Jul 1998 17:33:06 -0700
...them only use impact wrench to snug and then use the tools your going to use to tighten.I use a tbar that I...
Re: Ezee Brake bleeder kit from IPD
Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
Sat, 4 Mar 2000 22:16:10 -0700
The SpeediBleed (http://www.epsparts.com/Tools/speedibleed/) does not require the following: deflate your front driver's side tire to 20 PSI ensure...
List rules
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Sun, 25 Nov 2001 08:12:40 -0800
...email setting to text only: 1. From Outlook Express, go to: Tools/Options/Send/ a. Mail Sending Format > select "Plain Text" b. The click...
Re: Auto tranny rebuild
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Wed, 18 Sep 2002 06:44:42 -0400
...with the >same trans, there is no problem. > I get the impression that some special tools are needed for the manual >trans. > >Larry A.
Re: brake service
Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
Mon, 27 Oct 2003 22:50:39 -0800
...brake service How difficult is it to replace pads and shoes on an 83.5 Westy? Any special tricks or tools required? TIA Don
Re: Driveway/parking list
Historical mailing list - Roger Van Till
Sat, 30 Oct 2004 17:19:05 -0400
...camping, coffee, food, tools, bad advice, etc. Roger Van Till
Re: WTB: Dash Metal Panel for below windshield...1990 2.1
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Sat, 27 Aug 2005 10:30:29 EDT
...Craftsman tools have been junk since before the Disco Era. I once was involved in cleanup after a flood. Everything was in short supply...
Re: Chrome molding
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 6 Sep 2006 19:04:23 -0500
...some say use WD40 - and using one of those screen installing tools - simply roll/force the plastic into the space where the chrome molding...
Ignition Timing - '85 Westy
Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
Wed, 16 Aug 2006 06:39:05 -0400
...Is there any way to correctly check and adjust the timing on my van with just these tools? Thanks in advance, Jay Brown '85...
Re: Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Wed, 31 Jan 2007 14:08:01 -0700
Could be, I was going by bad memory-in any event, it's an odd shaped little wrench that is always in my tool...
FS: vanagon factory cruise control system..
Historical mailing list
Tue, 20 Feb 2007 19:30:32 EST
...Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, millions of free high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail and much...
(no subject)
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:45:44 -0700
...Friday, August 22, 2008 12:30 PM what tools are needed to change the shocks on a 84 vanagon? thanks jack
Re: In Missoula, overfilled oil
Historical mailing list - Jamie Fitterer
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:12:44 +0000
...Buy the requisite tools and clamber under the van to do it. Recalling > that I don't enjoy getting under the thing and don...
Re: Whatever happened to speedo cable lube?
Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
Sat, 5 Dec 2009 07:35:41 -0800
More economical and just as good (or even better?) is generic air tool oil, available at most hardware stores that sell air tools...Like...
Re: Purging Cooling System
Historical mailing list - J. Meade
Sun, 15 Jan 1995 15:26:48 -0600 (CST)
...and don't have lots of tools although I can get access to any except specialized VW tools.) Jim - Farmer - Iowa City, IA, jnmeade...
Re: Any electricians?
Historical mailing list
Wed, 14 Jun 1995 09:39:16 -0700
...All of the power tools I have right now >are cordless. So, before I go burn the place to the ground: Can >somebody tell...
Stuck in Third Gear -
Historical mailing list - AA Transaxle
Mon, 28 Apr 2003 09:50:39 -0700
...If you are asking about what tools and how high to jack it up..I would recomend you not attempt the process without help...
Re: Minimal vanagon support kit (OH NO, NOT AGAIN!)
Historical mailing list - Karl
Sun, 6 Sep 2009 21:40:58 -0400
Searching "carry what", "what tools", "what parts" brings up quite a few useful threads, BTW. I'm sure that even more could be found...
CV boot replacement, Syncro front outer
Historical mailing list - David Bogle
Sat, 30 Sep 2006 12:59:06 -0500
...It involves more than I am up for, or have the tools to do (pressing tie rod end out). I thought this might be...
China-made tool question/ Harbor Frt.
Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
Mon, 4 Mar 1996 12:49:43 CST6CDT
...I wish to avoid tools made in China when buying sight unseen via the mail. so.... If you can verify the country of manufacture...
Re: westie rentals/new mexico
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Tue, 22 Apr 1997 10:03:29 -0700
...Roamin' Holiday http://www.abqcvb.org/tours/rv.html Coyote (a satisfied customer) -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help...
Re: Help
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Tue, 25 Nov 1997 14:10:47 -0800
...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (415) 284-6972 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: 84 Transmasion hex bolt size
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 20 Feb 2002 22:04:51 -0600
http://williamwareagency.com/forsale/stanvan/tools.htm 17mm, make the wrench yourself. Stan On Wed, 20 Feb 2002 22:30:42 -0500 Michael Sheridan...
Re: Replacing roll up window scrapers & channels
Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
Fri, 3 May 2013 11:35:10 -0400
...No real tools necessary if I remember correctly. Providing I am understanding you correctly. I replaced the entire window rubber on my '85 with...
Re: Deep cycle batteries on sale at Canadian tire
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Wed, 25 Jul 2007 17:33:37 -0700
...Yahoo! Small Business gives you all the tools to get online. http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/webhosting
Re: 10K km later (6300miles)
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Thu, 6 Sep 2007 14:12:00 -0400
...fully ready to install 2.5L in my van + ramp + jack + tools + bins.... and i will... and that for 800miles + 3 people. http://www...
Re: 84 Wolfsburg Westfalia owner
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Sun, 23 Dec 2007 11:24:57 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
re: Argh! My transmission went kaput!
Historical mailing list
Wed, 27 Dec 95 13:09:40 PST
...I have to give much thanks to the mailing list and friends who provided advice and special tools. Special tools needed: Socket to remove...
Re: torque wrench
Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
Sun, 28 Nov 2004 12:06:17 -0600
...No other Husky product has been okay, though, I returned every other one! Al Brase Warren Lail wrote: >Most Craftsman hand tools do carry...
Re: metric vs. English
Historical mailing list - Austin
Wed, 15 Dec 1999 21:25:00 -0800
...Millimeters >are much less convenient in this instance. > >David Beierl - Providence, RI Most CNC machine tools are built as metric machines, w/ inches & required...
Re: H20 pump research clarification
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Mon, 8 May 2000 14:09:37 -0400
Procedure is here, with circles and arrows and a list of tools: http://volksweb.relitech.com/19wpump.htm In step four of Tom's...
Re: Refrigerator help-yes, I've already searched the achieves
Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
Tue, 3 Jul 2007 09:21:49 -0700
...Needed are a shop/garage area to work, the tools to do the job, and the experience/skill to do the work. If any...