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• [follow-up] Tool for fan temp switch removal?
  Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
  Tue, 8 Aug 2006 13:30:24 -0700
  ...Its sold as an "Axle socket" (not located near the other sockets) for Ford Focus/Escort, was $11. > Trying to swap in a new...
• Re: that little light behind the heater controls
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 12 Dec 2005 06:26:15 EST
  ...Be a drag to break the socket and find a bulb tomorrow. Rob, the bulb is part of the socket it was not meant...
• Re: The Flat Tire Encounter
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 13:20:12 -0800
  If you have a local Harbor Freight (supplier of disposable tools...) they sell a wonderfully cheap 1/2" breaker bar and sockets that are...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 18:43:22 -0700
  ...Tools Today vs Granddads Tools A few years back I ran into an article concerning tools, primarily socket sets, that explained a puzzle many...
• Re: Stripped oil drain plug....
  Historical mailing list - Indulis Kradzins
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 06:20:15 -0800
  ...The HEX socket was a high quality one designed for use with compressed air tools. By this stage the drain plug socket was almost...
• Re: stock lighter socket disassembly
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:33:57 -0800
  On 3/15/10, Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote: > Neil, > > I struggled with same issue of loose fitment of socket in dash :) > > I...
• Switch Problem
  Historical mailing list - Ralph P. Geho
  Thu, 10 Jun 1999 15:21:59 -0400
  ...Do I have to take the switch apart to insert the socket, or how does the socket fit into the switch? Any help will...
• queston on H4 55/60w bulb to fit stock bulb socket
  Historical mailing list - David Cohen
  Mon, 9 Nov 2009 21:28:10 EST
  Hi, Is there a H4 55/60w bulb that fits the standard 9004 Bulb socket? Thanks, David
• silver socket - another source for plug
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 15 Nov 2000 10:37:54 +0000
  Another source for a plug for the socket is your FLJDD Friendly Local John Deere Dealer. Bosch part # - 352 371 001 Alistair
• Sockets and Accessories for sale Was:missing a hole in my vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Steve Lashley
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 00:14:38 EST
  ...HTH JinNJ >> I offer an accessory kit which contains the socket, hinged cover, adapter for plugging in a cig. lighter plug, a straight plug...
• Re: Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 20:33:20 -0500
  ...Had to ask for them though. > > Tom > > --- Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET> wrote: > > >>Anyone know of a source for female spade relay >>socket connectors...
• Re: So far away..Silver Socket
  Historical mailing list - SStones
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 15:59:45 -0400
  ...So, that's why my electric, 12V air >compressor plug won't stay in the lighter socket unless I hold it in. >Thanks for...
• WTB front turn signal socket.
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Sat, 22 Oct 2005 11:29:57 -0500
  I've got a rotted out front passenger turn signal socket. Any one have one or know where I can get one? Thanks John
• Re: silver socket and collapsible spare tire
  Historical mailing list - Dave Kautz
  Fri, 6 Jan 95 17:02:22 PST
  > > lemme see if i get this right: > > - the sockets are only on 80, 81, and 82 campers. > - those year campers came with a collapsible...
• Re: The Silver Socket Returns Again! (Was Re: tiny push button, etc....)
  Historical mailing list - William A. Killian
  Fri, 18 Apr 1997 14:30:55 -0400 (EDT)
  Is this socket the same as used in trucks? I saw a bunh of 12 volt appliances at a truck stop (New Stanton PA...
• Re: Need size of CV bolt socket tool...12 pt 6mm???
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Sat, 20 Jan 2001 08:34:34 -0800
  NO TORX! TORX is 6-pt and will mess up your 12-pt socket-headed bolts. Ask me how I know this. A year...
• Re: silver socket and collapsible spare tire
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 8 Jan 95 22:26:48 EST
  ...John > Hugenard has the same car, but the camper lay out is different, and he > does have the socket. > > Strange.... > > /martha > -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- David Carment School...
• Re: westy silver socket - where to get plug?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Sat, 8 Jul 2006 11:02:30 -0400
  ...I have also heard that John Deer sockets fit. Chris On 7/8/06, karen d <yosemite333@hotmail.com> wrote: > Where can I get...
• Re: Silver socket plug
  Historical mailing list - Rob Rubin
  Fri, 31 Mar 2006 17:08:52 -0800
  ...Silver socket plug I went to the john deer dealer today to purchase the male end of the silver socket to power my cb...
• silver socket and collapsible spare tire
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 06 Jan 95 18:37:59 CST
  lemme see if i get this right: - the sockets are only on 80, 81, and 82 campers. - those year campers came with a collapsible...
• Silver socket wiring
  Historical mailing list - Rich Bennington
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 12:11:44 -0700
  While working on some wiring, it looks like I knocked the wire going to the famous "silver socket" off of the fuse box. Anyone...
• Oil pressure light and buzzer.
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Dec 2015 07:34:59 -0600
  ...19 mm - (Wrench size) nut over the socket hole of a standard 15/16 in socket. The socket will now fit over the blade...
• Re: Rear axle nut socket
  Historical mailing list - Jeff and Tamara Nelson
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 22:40:03 -0600
  Don't our friends at Busdepot.com sell a tool made for this? Not sure of the price but probably less than a socket...
• Re: Removing radiator fan thermoswitch
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Mon, 22 Jan 2001 12:42:49 -0500
  ...This if you have the 29mm >socket--preferably a deep socket or maybe even neccesarily a deep socket-you >can install and remove the...
• 2wd transmission linkage question
  Historical mailing list - peter shaw
  Sun, 15 Jan 2006 22:38:46 -0800
  ...When I put the ball into the socket on the shifter and attach the bracket to the tranny it looks right. I then shift...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 22:14:32 -0500
  ...http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00974503000P?blockNo=7&blockType=G7&keyword=46mm+socket&prdNo=7 that it's a 46...
• Re: Dealers and E-code lights
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:35:28 -0700
  ...Same goes for the sockets and lights. New aftermarket sockets are $5 each side from my local retailer in SF. I'll have to...
• Re: about the westy silver socket
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Sat, 8 Jul 2006 16:41:46 -0400
  ...Is > the silver socket the item I need to have to make it fit? I can't quite > tell from the photo. > > Lisa Bliss...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch Removal
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 16 Nov 2015 10:14:37 -0800
  Would a piece of steel square bar fit the 3/8" drive socket? Put an open end wrench on that? I've seen square...
• Re: lug nuts--broke a socket--socket strength investigations...
  Historical mailing list - SyncroHead
  Tue, 14 Apr 1998 02:11:51 EDT
  ...I use a 1/2" drive > Craftsman socket and a 24" cheater bar. You retorque them to specs with a 24" cheater bar. You...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:59:27 -0500
  ...Buy wrenches & sockets made from this steel alloy and the tool will likely out last you. Tom Hargrave www.stir-plate.com -----Original Message...
• Re: Rear Pressure Leak - Tips and Tricks Requested
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Fri, 9 Apr 2010 13:06:54 -0700
  Grind two opposing flat spots on the socket,and then use a large open end wrench. I've done this to replace front struts...
• Re: Lug nut stripped - back from Sears
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Sun, 2 Nov 2008 21:48:13 -0800
  Oh yeah the looong 1/2" drive & 6p socket is the only legitimate way to go, but there's an almost sensual satisfaction in...
• Rear axle nut socket
  Historical mailing list - Rod Smith
  Fri, 27 Jun 2003 12:13:01 -0400
  Hi; Has anyone been able to find a rear axle nut socket (I think it's 46mm?) in a 1/2 in drive size...
• Re: Lighter fuse is blowing
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Mon, 1 Nov 2021 20:25:00 -0500
  ...I have the lighter socket right beside it. I have another pair of USB sockets in the rear ashtray and another lighter socket in...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 08:25:17 -0400
  At 08:06 AM 6/13/2010, Max Wellhouse wrote... >I guess one advantage of the 12 point socket in this case is that...
• Re: No Start Cause: Relay Failure. PICS, Thoughts.
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:44:02 -0800
  If a socket isn't available would encasing the relay and the wires in heat shrink work as well? Wouldn't fit in a...
• Silver socket plug
  Historical mailing list - Bob Mac
  Fri, 31 Mar 2006 19:48:31 -0500
  I went to the john deer dealer today to purchase the male end of the silver socket to power my cb radio. When i...
• Re: removing oil drain plug
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 27 Jan 2008 19:39:39 -0500
  The stock oil drain plug takes a 13mm socket. No special thin wall required for the stock plug. Mike Allan Streib wrote: > Arriving home...
• Re: Need front turn signal socket and rear chrome bumper
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 26 Jun 2010 07:37:44 -0700
  I bought a socket at the dealer last summer.� Other vendors should also have 'em. Stephen --- On Sat, 6/26/10, Todd Olson <todd...
• Re: Rear axle nut socket
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Fri, 27 Jun 2003 15:57:47 -0400
  www.motorworks.com It is a 46mm 3/4 drive socket. You go to sears and get a 3/4 to 1/2 " reducer...
• Re: Relay socket spade connectors
  Historical mailing list - Stacy
  Mon, 26 Dec 2005 22:42:36 -0800
  ...Relay socket spade connectors this is where i buy stuff when i have lead time. http://www.eagleday.com/blco.html also if you...
• Re: question about electrical inlet
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Sat, 21 Feb 2009 07:51:37 -0800
  ...Basically, I took out the circuit breaker and replaced it with a GFCI socket (with a power on light), and wired up a 220W...
• Re: Rear Pressure Leak - Tips and Tricks Requested
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 10 Apr 2010 12:07:29 -0400
  ...A shorter socket doesn't clear the end of >the switch. I did this recently with a deep socket from Advanced Auto and a...
• Re: Rapid left blinker after fix
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 18 Feb 2017 17:14:00 -0800
  Take out the bulb, bend *up* the bottom tab of the socket, bend *in* the side tab of the socket... this may work... and...
• silver socket part # here
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 30 Nov 2001 09:04:23 -0800
  Seems like about every 6 months I post this :) Silver socket, part number for "male member" to fit, (I got mine from John Deere...
• Re: Preliminary Tools List
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 10 Feb 1995 12:55:47 -0500
  >SOCKETS > > 1/2" -- 10,12,13,14,15,17,19,21,23,30,36mm full hexagon if you If you use the 1/2...
• 83 Westy / What is socket in dash for?
  Historical mailing list - Rissman
  Sat, 5 Jun 1999 20:49:31 -0700
  Anybody know what the socket in the dash board(above glove box) is for. It is smaller than a cigarrette lighter and is for...
• Re: westy silver socket - where to get plug?
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sat, 8 Jul 2006 11:04:46 -0400
  Hi Karen, I'm told John Deere also uses the silver socket. You might try your local JD dealer if you've got one...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch Removal
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 17 Nov 2015 10:21:06 -0800
  ...But that's me as an amateur DIY type. ;) IIRC I might've cut down an old socket. Old sockets can be real handy...
• Re: New van timing, cont'd.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 6 Jan 95 17:59:54 EST
  Dave Kautz writes: > > > > > wrt the silver socket secret, there are few things of which we are sure: > > they seem to appear only on aircooled...
• Re: silver secret
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Aug 1994 14:47:22 -0400 (EDT)
  I've been following this "silver secret" discussion for a while now -- any chance this is related to the dash socket for a collapsible...
• Fwd:socket strength investigations...
  Historical mailing list - Pfunky
  Wed, 8 Apr 1998 06:44:56 EDT
  ...It was a shitty new craftsman>> 500 ft#'s????? Could this be asking too much of a 1/2" socket? Then I've got...
• stock lighter socket disassembly
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 14 Mar 2010 23:31:07 -0700
  ...how the two main parts of the socket come apart in order to remove the socket. its been covered before on the list, but...
• Re: Silver socket for your John Deere.
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Tue, 7 Feb 2006 17:07:30 -0800
  ...IMHO I think >it's >a better connector to use than the cig lighter socket. > >Hi-Yo Silver Socket! :-) >-- >Jim Thompson >84 Westfalia 2...
• 46mm Socket = 1 13/16" SAE
  Historical mailing list - Sean B.
  Tue, 31 Jul 2001 11:32:18 -0700
  ...IIRC the socket you want to get is a 1 13/16 socket (which converts to 46.038mm). When I did that job I...
• One last drawback/accel. cable 85 Van
  Historical mailing list - Judith Barr/Leo Girard
  Fri, 25 Jun 1999 13:15:55 -0400
  ...The most helpful clue was that the cable doesn't go through the firewall but attaches to a ball and socket pinion near the...
• Turn Signal Lamp Socket?
  Historical mailing list - Jack
  Sun, 9 Jun 2002 17:44:39 -0700
  My front (left) turn signal housing was cracked & the bulb socket corroded enough to lose one of the electrical contacts completely (the turn signal...
• Re: Aux 12 volt socket location suggestions--87 Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Vickey
  Sat, 28 Sep 2002 22:47:41 -0400
  I put an additional 12v socket inside the top-opening storage cabinet next to the stove and fridge. The cabinet I am talking about...
• What is the socket size for the crankshaft bolt?
  Historical mailing list - Conrad Klahn
  Tue, 22 Feb 2005 15:16:35 -0600
  Hi, I need to turn the engine, and need to know the socket size for the crankshaft bolt. I tried 29, but it is...