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• CV joint lock ring tool
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Fri, 11 Mar 2005 21:56:27 -0500
  since we recently had the thread about the CV joint lock ring pliers i decided to make a stop by my local sears today...
• Re: Anybody have a good writeup on changing the transmission input shaft seal?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 13 Aug 2014 09:25:15 -0700
  ...Using the pliers he grabbed the other end of the nail and pulled until it loosened the seal enough to pry out. Steven 91...
• Re: Waving Vanagon drivers (again)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 15 Sep 1995 13:49:51 -0700
  ...I think he has some electric pliers, too. BTW, that's all on his "FIVE" cyl. westy. /m
• Re: Bending brake lines for big brake kit
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Fri, 7 Dec 2012 20:45:09 -0500
  ...The pliers work best for these tighter bends, but leave tool marks and don't really prevent the tubing from collapsing like the other...
• Re: it just stops! What do I do? - was Spare Fuel Pump Saves the Day-Hose removal pliers.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 6 Apr 2013 17:35:29 -0700
  ...On 4/6/2013 5:12 PM, Marc Perdue wrote: > Are there any "hose-putter-on-er" pliers? I could'a used those when...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 8 Jun 2012 19:58:14 -0400
  ...Normally, you just use some pliers to twist them, breaking the overlap, to get them off. If you want to try, you can use...
• spring clamp pliers
  Historical mailing list - azsun99
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 12:48:24 -0700
  Worth their weight in gold, even cheap ones. Just make sure when you grab on to the tangs, you have a good grip because...
• Re: [DIESEL] Tensioner Adjusting Tool
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 Apr 1999 13:15:50 EDT
  ...I think I've got the procedure right (thanks Loren B.) I've tried using a set of snap-ring pliers, but I'm...
• Re: hoses in general
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Fri, 16 Aug 2002 09:46:50 -0700
  ...ANd if it doesn't work i'll grind them off. > -matthew > >> There is a special set of pliers with little 'nipples' that fit...
• Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 19 Jan 2006 14:02:37 -0600
  ...I personally use > a Knipex Cobra or Alligator pliers to install/ remove them. It works, > but it's not the RIGHT tool. (It often...
• Re: Plier heater hose clamp
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 00:40:01 EST
  ...They are called spring clamp pliers and they are not too expensive (US$10-15). One type has swivel jaws which is the best...
• Re: Help with input shaft removal
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 09:01:28 -0700
  ...You can grab it with a pair of pliers, as the tranny oil makes it slippery. Also, since it is just a sleeve and...
• Re: Tips & Tricks - Heating and Air Flow Control Levers - how to change
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 14:27:19 -0600
  ...BenT pliers =, carefully ground for divorce. Jim On Feb 24, 2006, at 1:36 PM, BenT Syncro wrote: > Jim, > > That seems like an overly...
• Water Adapter - How to replace on 2.1 Syncro '89
  Historical mailing list - Jimmy Sanby
  Mon, 23 Nov 1998 16:16:58 +0200
  ...Remove the two water hoses going into the WA from the engine side. (Pliers) and catch water in Bucket(try to) 4. Removed WA...
• Re: sagging tail gate, no good deed unpunished
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sat, 17 Aug 2013 22:16:52 -0600
  ...if you're lazy and cheap like me, carry a small vice-grip pliers and clamp at the base of the cylinder when fully...
• 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
  ...screw driver assortment > duck bill pliers > needle nose pliers > regular pliers > multimeter > wire cutters > wire cut-strip-crimp pliers > electrical tape > an assortment of...
• Re: Plastic coating (semi-Vanagon content)
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 23 May 2000 13:09:47 -0700
  ...The ad had a picture of someone dipping the handle of some pliers into a can of this stuff. Anyone ever seen this stuff...
• Re: removing battery
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:30:45 -0600
  ---- george jannini <georgejoann@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > locking pliers on the terminals... Hmmmm........ . Ok if the battery is a goner. Maybe I am overly careful...
• Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 23 Aug 2016 19:41:51 -0400
  ...Eric Caron 85 GL Auto Westfalia > On Aug 23, 2016, at 6:08 PM, T3 Technique <christopher@t3technique.com> wrote: > > Here are the pliers...
• Stove knobs won't turn
  Historical mailing list - Gary Liess
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 15:39:52 -0700
  ...have taken off the knob and tried to turn it with pliers but it won't move at all. Any idea what the problem...
• Re: Heater Ventilation Slider Controls
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 21 Aug 2013 17:47:15 -0700
  The OP might benefit from a photo of bent-nose pliers. Can someone post a link? -- Jack "Rocket j Squirrel" Elliott 1984 Westfalia, auto...
• Re: Syncro starter removal
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 23 Dec 2010 05:25:10 -0800
  ...needlenose-pliers-with-45-offset-jaws-39537.html?utm_term=39537&tag=froogle > > Miguel > I second the usefulness of those type pliers. Mine have...
• Re: Coolant "T"-Piece
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 9 Jan 2003 18:45:43 EST
  ...Also, now is the tme to justify buying a pair of spring clamp pliers. George
• Re: 84 head job update and questions
  Historical mailing list - Dave Baker
  Fri, 31 May 2002 23:10:24 -0500
  ...84 head job update and questions > I just finished doing this without any special tools, the circlips can be > removed with snap ring pliers...
• Re: it just stops! What do I do? - was Spare Fuel Pump Saves the Day
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 5 Apr 2013 21:08:34 -0700
  ...it's a pliers like tool with forks that wedge behind the hose and push it off. let me see if I can find...
• Re: Waving Vanagon drivers (again)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 15 Sep 1995 17:07:24 +0600
  ...I think he has some electric pliers, too. BTW, >> that's all on his "FIVE" cyl. westy. ^^^^^ DOH! not this again.. bb '85 vanagon...
• Re: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 12:53:15 -0800
  cool, send me a link showing a true spring clamp pliers please. I'll check with my FLAPS next time .. or a snap-on...
• Re: Current coolant hose repairs
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Wed, 9 Nov 2022 04:18:35 +0000
  ...a second set of clamping pliers on the new hoses.  Do this quickly.  Fill up reservoir.  Remove pliers.  You likely will introduce very little...
• Re: Where do I get a hose clamp removal tool?
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Sun, 3 Apr 2005 03:37:21 -0400
  ...Overall, I still use Vice-Grips sometimes but the dedicated hose clamp pliers are great for removing and adjusting the spring type clamps. Put...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 08:11:55 -0600
  ...12, (2) 13, 15 and 17 mm combo wrenches linemans pliers needlnose pliers vise grips ("idiot's speedwrench") RoboGrips (gift from wife) digital muliti...
• PSA- wear safety glasses when working with springs!
  Historical mailing list - pat
  Sun, 28 Aug 2011 21:55:21 -0400
  ...I didn't use hose clamp pliers since a regular pair was closer. That sucker slipped out of the jaws of the pliers, flew...
• FW: spring clip tool
  Historical mailing list - al jordans
  Sat, 17 Aug 2002 12:48:35 -0400
  ...PartNo=HCP10&Price=15.75&ListPrice=15.75&FORMNAME= 0&Desc=Pliers%2C+Mobea+Heater+Hose+Clamp%2C+9%22&SUB_Cat_ID=1167093...
• Re: removing battery
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:07:43 -0500
  I've only used locking pliers on a battery when I was in a pinch, pun intended. I normally use a battery strap. First...
• throttle valve cable spring installation
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda's Personal email
  Mon, 21 Oct 2002 22:10:40 -0700
  ...I've tried pliers, but it is quite hard for me to compress the spring with pliers with one hand and then slip the...
• Rusted on O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
  Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:41:01 -0500
  ...I've tried quite a bit of liquid wrench, along with a set of locking pliers and a hammer. No dice. How do other...
• Re: loose blade conncectors
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:11:25 -0400
  ...an intermittent fluctuation in the oil Squeeze the rounded clamping portions of the female gently with pliers to get a good snug fit. d
• Re: Windshield Nozzles
  Historical mailing list - John Andersen
  Tue, 4 Apr 2000 12:31:33 -0700
  Use a pair of needle nose pliers to squeeze the barbs together and lift the nozzle out. this takes some practice to do it...
• Re: Plastic key to water inlet...
  Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
  Mon, 1 Mar 2004 20:17:19 -0800
  ...Using chenuine cherman VAG pliers bend a 1/4" right angle to the end. Works great. Lasts a long time. Easily reproducible. pensioner (low...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 7 Sep 2010 18:56:43 -0700
  ...One of those plus a couple pairs of pliers (Vise Grips!) and a few screwdrivers is all you'll need. On Tue, Sep 7...
• Re: Waving Vanagon drivers (again)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Fri, 15 Sep 1995 14:19:58 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I think he has some electric pliers, too. BTW, > that's all on his "FIVE" cyl. westy. I sure would like to see these...
• Re: [NVC] Beware of the Skid Demon
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:55:31 -0600
  ...and the one from Tsubaki motorcycle chains, as to how to install the connecting link: "Spread legs with pliers and insert into position". VC...
• Re: minimal tools - was things you should have with you on a long trip
  Historical mailing list - Roger Whittaker
  Sun, 15 Mar 2009 09:58:36 -0700
  ...screw driver assortment > > duck bill pliers > > needle nose pliers > > regular pliers > > multimeter > > wire cutters > > wire cut-strip-crimp pliers > > electrical tape > > an assortment of...
• Re: Egg on face (was: whiff of propane)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 25 Jul 2007 19:00:25 -0400
  ...The valve needs to be cleaned and lubed so it can be tightened with fingers, not pliers. Glad the problem is solved without incident...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 15:31:31 -0500
  ...I've done very well with a NAPA pliers-type tool that's actually made by K-D. Yrs, d
• Sink P-trap replacement
  Historical mailing list - Channell, Ralph
  Mon, 27 Mar 2006 08:05:05 -0800
  ...Is there a special tool for this? I am turning the old P-trap with pliers, but it just spins the sink drain around...
• Re: Coolant hose: T-stat to Coolant Distributor Tower
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 19 Sep 2019 13:43:01 -0400
  ...But if you want to spend less, I paid USD30 for a pliers-type with ratchet branded NAPA but made by K-D. Yrs...
• Re: coolant hose replacement, now coolant distributor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Wed, 13 Feb 2008 09:41:37 -0400
  ...I find the cable type hose clamp pliers work really well because they allow you to get into all those tight spots on the...
• Re: Use These Spring Clamp Pliers?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 6 Jun 2014 18:19:25 -0700
  ...I had to buy a remote cable operated special spring clamp pliers just > to change all the hoses on my stock '87 Westy. -- Neil...
• Re: Help removing fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Peter DiFalco
  Sat, 23 Nov 2013 15:32:02 -0800
  ...But I'll give the channel lock pliers route a try - I won't worry about destroying the mount as they are cheap enough...
• Re: Help with input shaft removal
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 12:23:58 -0400
  ...You can grab it with a pair of pliers, as the tranny oil makes it slippery. Also, since it is just a sleeve and...
• Re: Tool Question. (re: gas tank and general wrenching)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Fri, 9 Jul 2010 13:15:11 -0700
  On Fri, Jul 9, 2010 at 12:30 PM, Rob <becida@comcast.net> wrote: > > Long nose pliers always come in useful for everything. > Thanks...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 19:00:57 -0500
  ...screw driver assortment > duck bill pliers > needle nose pliers > regular pliers > multimeter > wire cutters > wire cut-strip-crimp pliers > electrical tape > an assortment of...
• Hose clamp pliers; was: Re: 20 hours later and a new water pump and a few other things...
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 23:59:55 -0500
  ...What I use is a regular Knipex pliers, Either Alligator or ______ (CRS creeping up on me!). Don't know what a Knipex is? It...
• Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
  Historical mailing list - Harold Teer
  Thu, 19 Jan 2006 15:22:35 -0500
  ...I personally use > > a Knipex Cobra or Alligator pliers to install/ remove them. It works, > > but it's not the RIGHT tool. (It often...
• Vanagon Tool Box
  Historical mailing list - Frank
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 23:07:13 -0500
  ...Apart from screwdrivers, pliers and duct tape, what are some handy tools/items I should have on hand in case of emergency? Frank
• Re: Heater motor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 21:22:56 -0600
  ...few times that the shear pins will just pull out with pliers. Happy Travels, Mark Ingalls 85 GL _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN...
• Re: How to remove Vanagon battery?
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 22:00:31 -0400
  ...After staring at it for a while, we used a pair of vise grips and a pair of channel lock pliers to lift it...
• Re: Front Heater Control Valve Replacement Tricks?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 24 May 2000 14:46:15 -0700
  ...I have had the best success with channel lock type pliers, also known as plumbing pliers. The jaws are angled and there are several...
• Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 19:33:35 +0000
  ...But if it doesn't work out, you can do a while lot with Long nose pliers Big pliers that open long enough to...
• Re: fuel hose crimping tool
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:33:02 -0400
  Mark wrote: > anyone know of a good source for a tool to crimp those fuel hoses? I use end cutting pliers to crimp the...