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• Re: Fw: MSNBC.com Article: Tourists shun crime-hit Mexico beaches
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Sun, 13 Jan 2008 07:51:42 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
• Speaking of Tornado Red...
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Fri, 29 Feb 2008 06:33:28 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
• Newbie - Getting Ready for Cross Country Trip
  Historical mailing list - Stu Schwartz
  Fri, 4 Apr 2008 07:11:23 -0600
  ...westie ownership >ps dont forget a few basic tools ... pliers >plumbers pliers .. lines mans pliers and needle nose .. >screw drivers .... one with many different...
• Re: New bus! 82 Westy! (and questions!:) (and upcomming trip, too..)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 25 May 1998 09:30:04 EDT
  ...with you. << Where in the world does the OE jack (and tools!) store? The owners manual says "In a plastic bag under the drivers...
• Re: Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 1 Feb 2007 20:17:46 -0600
  ...I bought a $60 tool set at Sam's Club made by Crescent that had a bunch of tools in a gray plastic trifold...
• Re: Route 66
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Tue, 14 Nov 1995 08:46:00 -0800 (PST)
  ...tie rod ends and boots in my suitcase along with my tools. Can I tap your wisdom again for a minute? Ever replaced inner...
• Re: auto vs. manual
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Thu, 10 Sep 1998 15:21:11 -0500
  ...Several of the other tools may be nice to have but I have been able to use regular shop tools for measuring and setting...
• Re: tools for adjusting throttle switch
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 9 Mar 2001 17:21:41 -0600
  ...COM> > Sent: Friday, March 09, 2001 12:44 PM > Subject: Re: tools for adjusting throttle switch > > > You need to remove the throttle body with...
• FW: spring clip tool
  Historical mailing list - al jordans
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 13:00:40 -0400
  ...PRO.asp?SUB%5FCat%5FID=1167093&SUB%5FCat%5FNAM E=Service+Tools&Cat%5FID=1167068&Cat%5FNAME=Cooling+System&group%5Fid=1506&g roup...
• Re: Pop canvas roof on vanagon video wanted
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 23 Feb 2014 18:52:41 -0800
  ...http://vimeo.com/12165017 Tools? Utility knife, awl, #1 Phillips screwdriver, magnetic parts tray. Jim On Feb 23, 2014, at 5:49 PM, Jonce...
• armrest fix for idiots
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Oct 1995 09:19:24 -0400
  ...I found a tiny, almost paper-thin adjustable wrench in my tools. I simply grabbed the loose flathead screw by its threads, turned it...
• i need trip advice
  Historical mailing list - susan hafler
  Mon, 1 Jun 1998 06:01:16 PDT
  ...i've gotten good advice on what to take with me -- tools, supplies, etc. -- from several list members. what things should i watch for...
• Blankety-blank CV Snaprings
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Sun, 4 Jul 1999 21:11:50 -0400
  ...I even checked my Baum Tools catalog, couldn't locate anything that might be for the job there. What are other preople using? Thanks...
• WHAT IS THE iGNITION TIMING PROCEDURE FOR 84 WATERBOXER (DIGIJET).
  Historical mailing list - Chuck
  Sun, 27 Jun 1999 12:15:00 -0400
  ...My timing tools are a strobe with advance dial and a dwell meter. Greg Clever. [text/html]
• tools (more)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 24 Nov 1999 08:34:15 -0700
  All, A few handy items I haven't seen mentioned. Siphon hose 6' spare pieces of vacuum hose "personal" lubricant (real useful for tight...
• axle nut won't budge
  Historical mailing list - Woody Halsey
  Sat, 15 Apr 2000 13:03:37 -0400
  Dear List, The excellent mechanic who is replacing my brakes for me tells me he has broken three tools and bent a 7-foot...
• List of spares and tools for 2.1
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Carrubba
  Sun, 16 Nov 2003 17:44:19 EST
  Volks, While going through the initial new van hazing figure I should see what spares I will need for an up coming trip from...
• FS: vanagon capt chairs w/ armrests..tan or blue
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Jan 2005 17:16:04 EST
  ...they slide right in, no tools needed.. have grey, blue, or tan. can ship cheaply from SE PA. pmail me for more info chris...
• Re: now: John Muir Publications was: Death Valley
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 23:47:45 -0500
  ...It's full of really helpful basic mechanical "how-to" information as well as "how-to" when you don't have the proper tools...
• Re: Friday/NVC: Tool calendars?/Re: early experience from the garage
  Historical mailing list - Philip Zimmerman
  Sat, 17 Feb 2007 12:33:12 -0800
  ...Anybody have a clue where the nymphets in the calendar came from and where did they get all those cool tools? Phil Z. stupid...
• Real 110v AC power off of the engine ?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Sun, 30 Sep 2007 12:09:00 -0700
  ...110v power when the engine is running...just think, big power tools, microwave, blender, whatever when you're out in the boonies. No need...
• Re: West Texas, marathon-alpine stranded vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Slowtwitcher
  Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:39:36 -0600
  ...Have tools and some > knowledge of aircooled and watercooled vw's. we live in the heart of > dallas off I75. we are only 1...
• Re: Less expensive brand, was Re: Smaller Angle Grinder?
  Historical mailing list - Ron Tipton
  Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:04:31 -0400
  ...yeah made me feel good! > > Really I > find the Mastercraft line of tools from Canadian tire quite good. I > have a 4" angle grinder...
• Re: free toolbox with vw purchase
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:21:15 -0400
  ...Husbands B-Day is coming up and think what a >> better gift than tools. We already have: >> >> Pressure tester with the vanagon adaptor,screw...
• Re: [subaruvanagon] Chatter Source Found
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Sun, 26 Nov 2000 09:19:30 -0500
  ...Now I have to locate the right tools to replace the > seal. No special tools are necessary. Just clean the differential seal face very...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 01:33:27 -0800
  ...more industrial and take a 1/2" metric socket kit. > Other tools that have saved my bacon in the past - CV joint special socket...
• Re: First Time Rear Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 6 Jan 2004 11:56:28 -0800
  ...I guess there are some special tools for doing this - maybe something like a bent screwdriver? - but I've always managed just with a...
• Re: Tranny tools???-reply
  Historical mailing list - Harmon Seaver
  Wed, 9 Sep 1998 19:50:55 -0500
  ...t present too much of a problem, however, > for the basic tools that *will* be required you'll spend > almost the same as you...
• slipping out of 4th gear
  Historical mailing list - Gary
  Thu, 1 Jun 2000 17:25:55 -0600
  ...This van is my only transportation right now so I want to start gathering all the parts and tools before I pull the transmission...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 21:48:20 -0500
  At 09:01 PM 1/10/2011, Rob wrote: >What's missing is my zip lock bag with the electrical connectors, >rings & splices... I...
• Lower ball joint tricks?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Tue, 2 Feb 2010 18:34:11 -0500
  ...The ball joint tools from FLAPS are basically useless and I can't press them out. What sort of magic do I need to...
• Thanks
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Nov 1995 12:03:00 -0600
  ...I'll do all my own work, but the settlement will buy the tools and parts...... Thanks again. Opie feels worthwhile again. Dean
• Re: REPOST! ECU CHIP AND ROCKERS UPGRADE!!!!
  Historical mailing list - Mark B. Magee
  Tue, 14 Apr 1998 09:05:51 -0500
  ...He has also been carrying a bunch of > > tools with him and hasn't had a chance to run it "Unloaded. > > > I believe the...
• what is the ignition timing procedure for 83 1/2 waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Chuck
  Fri, 25 Jun 1999 13:03:27 -0400
  ...My timing tools are a strobe with advance dial and a dwell meter. Greg Clever. [text/html]
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Schmidt
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 19:46:15 -0700
  I have it too, but the more useful type is not the telescoper, but the bendable coathanger wire type that can bend to go...
• Census
  Historical mailing list - Bolliver
  Fri, 8 Jun 2001 17:54:49 -0500
  ...Electronics Repair Technician, Snap-On Tools Married to a beautiful southern bell. Three boys, Cole 13, Nathan 11, and Andrew 8. I live in...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Terry
  Fri, 25 May 2001 07:18:08 -0500
  Good List Joel ! Here is a couple of more items to consider-- Ball pein hammers ( Medium, and large) A couple of different sizes of...
• Re: Glove box removal (help!)
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Fri, 13 Jul 2001 07:40:03 EDT
  ...No tools needed. Rich
• Aircooled Lifter Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Brian Atkins
  Fri, 4 Jan 2002 22:20:16 -0500
  ...Is it possible? Brian -- __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http...
• Helicoils
  Historical mailing list - WVVW
  Sat, 18 May 2002 00:10:44 -0400
  ...I've seen it done, but never done one myself. -- Brian '85 Vanagon 7-passenger GL __________________________________ __ /____ ______ ____== ___________\ ___ // | | | | \== \ \\ _____ // | | | | \== \ \\ //______| |______| |______\== \__________\|______ | - | | | | @ |______ _[ ____ __ _ [|][WVVW][|]_ |__] // \\ / \ |___|____________| `---/| () |\--------|| () |---/=)________)=o{}=={ }=={ } _________\__//_\__//____ \__//__\__//____________ __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools...
• Re: traveling in style
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Fri, 17 May 2002 11:18:17 -0700
  ...Vanagon 7-passenger GL > __________________________________ __ > /____ ______ ____== ___________\ ___ > // | | | | \== \ \\ _____ > // | | | | \== \ \\ > //______| |______| |______\== \__________\|______ > | - | > | | | @ |______ > _[ ____ __ _ [|][WVVW][|]_ > |__] // \\ / \ |___|____________| > `---/| () |\--------|| () |---/=)________)=o{}=={ }=={ } > _________\__//_\__//____ \__//__\__//____________ > > > > __________________________________________________________________ > Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop...
• '97 Golf Clutch Job (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 11 Sep 2002 08:41:09 -0400
  ...I have ordered the Sach's kit and am wondering what special tools I will need. Haynes says cv joints are 6-point? 6...
• Window weatherstip question - 84 westy
  Historical mailing list - karen d
  Sat, 2 Oct 2004 14:12:16 -0700
  ...other purpose. _________________________________________________________________ Check out Election 2004 for up-to-date election news, plus voter tools and more! http://special.msn.com/msn/election2004.armx
• Re: chrome window mldg.
  Historical mailing list - Bob Mac
  Sun, 7 Aug 2005 15:38:46 -0400
  ...I'll try one of the tools. I also installed a circulating fan in the fridge. This is definitely the answer to the lame...
• bus shipping --> conclusion
  Historical mailing list - Matthew
  Tue, 25 Dec 2007 10:15:34 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
• Re: cancel subscription
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 16 Feb 2008 10:56:24 -0800
  ...cancel subscription > > > > > > > > > Cancel > subscription > to > this > mailing > list > please. > > > > > > > > > ____________________________________________________________________________________ > Looking for last minute shopping deals? > Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. > http://tools.search...
• Re: Radio removal
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:28:05 -0700
  ...Any tips, tricks on removing original > radio from 86' Westy? > > Jim C > Since you sound like you don't have the radio removal tools...
• Re: tools to have onhand...
  Historical mailing list - Casey H
  Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:50:09 -0500
  ...missing or things I'm carrying > that don't make sense > > Tools: > Socket Wrenches: (1) 1/2" drive, (2) 3/8" drive > Sockets: 6mm...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 07:04:28 -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: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 07:15:23 -0700
  ...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: front shock replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 20:00:22 -0500
  mark, the job is pretty straight foward if you are handy with tools. however, you will need a spring compressor to compress the springs...
• Re: removing side window & saving seals
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Sun, 17 Oct 2004 21:56:36 +0000
  ...Thu, 14 Oct 2004 09:33:21 -0600 > >You can make the tools from an old yardstick. Use liquid soap or dish >detergent to...
• Give me a long enough fulcrum and I'll move the...
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 21 May 2003 01:29:19 -0400
  ...A tale of getting the proper tools to do the job easily (getting the tools isn't easy, but the right tools make the...
• Re: Remove rear axle nut no e brake?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bel
  Sat, 7 May 2016 18:24:23 -0700
  ...You should be >> able to get the nuts loose with the right tools. Impact of some sort is >> often needed. They can stuck well...
• SPECIAL TOOLS
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 5 Jun 2021 17:46:30 -0500
  I have the original VW HOSE CLAMPS on my Carat. I need to remove them To put on new hoses. I know it takes...
• Re: Inner Tie Rod Tool. Work on Vanagons?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:34:43 -0700
  ...Any crow foot tools I see locally are always part of a set ($$) Neil. On 6/23/14, William Monk <billmonk@gmail.com> wrote...
• Westfalia Rental in or near Colorado Springs
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Fri, 6 May 2011 09:45:23 -0400
  ...I'm also very handy with the tools and know my way around the Vanagon systems quite well. -- Chris S. "No solution is too...
• RC Wanee Festival in Live Oak FL next week LVC
  Historical mailing list - Bill Shawley
  Fri, 9 Apr 2010 22:13:32 +0000
  ...we're in the area? Ryan _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive...
• SF CV Joint? Update
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Thu, 1 Oct 2009 19:33:41 -0700
  ...I carry a torque wrench and CV lube with the rest of my tools and spares. And the triple square 12mm key for the...
• Re: 86 Vanagon antifreeze problem
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 11 Mar 1996 22:56:07 -0500
  ...Is this something you can do >yourself or does it require special tools? > >-Mark McCulley No time to write this up tonight. New baby...