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72-74, 79-83 Exhaust system notes (catless)
Historical mailing list - David Raistrick
Sun, 26 Mar 2000 11:42:27 -0800
...A few select words, and reinstall stud, carefully remove nut with needle-nose pliers trying to hold stud in the area that the heaterbox...
DM is dead! Long live DM!!!
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Sat, 5 Feb 2000 12:07:54 -0800
...I expect to see in the future many of these items chewed to bits with Channel-lock slip joint pliers. OEM filter is Hengst...
Re: Sound Insulation & Air conditioner--LONG
Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
Wed, 3 Jan 2001 16:05:12 -0500
...Pull off the stove knobs, unscrew the large dough-nut bolts that are behind the stove knobs. (I used a pair of pliers for...
Re: VW supplied reman. 2.1
Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
Mon, 22 Jan 2007 15:43:55 -0800
...anything from a > kubelwagen to a 911S using metric slip-joint pliers and old soviet > submarine > parts. Now we have only Stephan, Mr. Schwaia...
Re: Questions, questions more questions
Historical mailing list - Sean J. McAusland
Thu, 29 Sep 1994 19:15:47 -0400 (EDT)
...bolt tightening. > pliers and crecent wrench - Various tighting/bending jobs. > Screwdrives flat & phillips & allen - tighting misc. screws. > Duct Tape - Broken radiator hose. > electrical tape...
Re: CV Bolts (Stripping For Attention)
Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
Fri, 28 Mar 2008 07:45:30 -0600
...Do NOT clamp > the > >axle in a benchvise or with pliers or a vise-grips, it'll cause surface > >damage that will lead to...
Re: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
Historical mailing list - Fillmore West
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:56:54 -0600
...The only "special" tool needed to change the bearings > in > that hub is a pair of snap ring pliers. Removing the bearings from the...
Re: GOWESTY AFM no start problem
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Fri, 15 Jul 2016 22:54:20 +0000
...that had that job! I forgot to > >> mention > >> using hose pinch pliers to keep from draining the exchanger. Vanagon > >> owners > >> need at least four...
Re: 87 Westy Engine/Trans removal Day 1 - or Boy, do I miss my 67 Westy!!!
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:16:09 -0700
...They like to slip out of the pliers and fly like bullets once off the hose. A cheater trick, which I think is ugly...
Re: Head advice
Historical mailing list - Peter's Email
Tue, 3 Nov 1998 20:15:01 -1000
...I >removed the oil filler tube, the dipstick tube and the coolant tube, used a >pair of long, slim, surgical locking pliers (I don...
Re: Goopy stuff on dish drainer
Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:16:50 -0600
...You can get small pliers or whatnot in those notches > and screw the catches in or out to make them fit more or less...
Re: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
Historical mailing list - Fillmore West
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:59:53 -0600
...The only "special" tool needed to change the bearings >> in >> that hub is a pair of snap ring pliers. Removing the bearings from the...
Re: CV Bolts (Stripping For Attention)
Historical mailing list - Mike
Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:26:07 -0400
...Do NOT clamp the axle in a benchvise or with pliers or a vise-grips, it'll cause surface damage that will lead to...
Group Buy Announcement for Upgrade Digifant ECU Chips
Historical mailing list - sanford schulwolf
Sun, 14 Jul 2002 20:27:16 -0700
...Once again too many > variables. > > The chip comes with fitting instructions, you also > need a screwdriver, long > nose pliers and scissors. > > CAUTION :- ONCE THE...
Traveling Tips ...
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Mon, 18 May 1998 21:30:28 CDT
...be sure to pack an adjustable wrench, pliers, assorted screwdrivers, ratchet set and a soft mallet. * Belts: these don't have to be new...
Rear Bearings R&R
Historical mailing list - Kevin
Tue, 20 Apr 2004 22:06:05 -0400
...Good size punch Big hammer like 2 � pound mini sledge works great Internal hog ring pliers 6mm Allen socket for CV bolts Jack / Jack...
Re: Can 240 volts damage the fridge?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 17 Jan 2015 14:26:00 -0500
...I was wishing I'd never picked up a pair of pliers. So, a three phase/600V service, when it loses one leg, the...
where did the starter bushing go?
Historical mailing list - Brian Jarvinen
Fri, 14 Sep 2007 18:42:21 -0700
...I hoped I could exploit that with a pair of needle nose pliers perhaps but of course the bushing is in there far tighter...
Re: Goopy stuff on dish drainer
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:45:45 -0400
...You can get small pliers or whatnot in those notches > and screw the catches in or out to make them fit more or less...
Questions, questions more questions
Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
Wed, 28 Sep 94 8:31:04 PDT
...em'. Sockett Set - Misc. bolt tightening. Wrench set - Misc. bolt tightening. pliers and crecent wrench - Various tighting/bending jobs. Screwdrives flat & phillips & allen - tighting...
Re: VW supplied reman. 2.1
Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:27:41 -0500
...anything from a > kubelwagen to a 911S using metric slip-joint pliers and old soviet > submarine > parts. Now we have only Stephan, Mr. Schwaia...
Re: Rear wheel bearings - adjust or replace?
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:10:37 EST
...The only "special" tool needed to change the bearings in that hub is a pair of snap ring pliers. Removing the bearings from the...
Rear Bearings R&R
Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
Fri, 17 Sep 2004 23:04:55 -0700
...Put on your safety glasses! Take that out with your > internal hog ring pliers. Careful mine shot across the room J don't loose...
Re: trip out west
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Wed, 4 Aug 2010 15:54:20 -0500
...straighten out the bent temp control cable with a needle nose > pliers .. > and spray lube the cable and levers generously. > > for the deluxe repair...
Re: Tools for engine overhaul on 85 waterboxer
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Fri, 23 Apr 2004 02:23:17 -0500
...Make sure you have some small circlip pliers to fit >>through that hole. This was the most difficult part for me. I found that...
Re: 85 Westy fridge removal
Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
Fri, 30 May 1997 13:58:48 -0400
...Grab these with pliers and pull them out, they are nothing more than nails. Remove the silverware drawer, it just pulls out. Now remove...
Re: Flywheel, crankshaft shims, and seal - was; oil leak between eng & trans
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 6 Dec 1998 11:10:54 -0500
...I then used >needlenose pliers to get hold of one side of the now split seal and pull it >out. I was very careful...
Re: A few questions...some obvious...some less
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Holser
Mon, 23 Feb 1998 10:51:43 -0800
...or is it difficult to access them > and what size of "pliers" (can't find the word in english) is needed to > change them...
Re: Propex 1600 blowing fuses
Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
Thu, 11 Nov 2021 09:08:38 -0800
...the >>> shaft. >>> > I carefully removed the bushing from the shaft with pliers and >>> polished it >>> > and the shaft with emery paper. It will now...
Re: Vanagon a/c
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 24 May 2011 10:12:53 -0500
...You may need a very small pair of pliers or get one of the special valves for removing valve cores from tires from your...
Early/Late Gas Tank Swap - Instructions
Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
Sat, 15 Apr 1995 10:15:15 -0700 (PDT)
...Once they are broken loose, you can remove the collar with a pair of pliers. If you made any holes from popping the spot...
Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 00:02:57 -0800
...I tried pliers, clamps, vises, drill bits and even a "persuader" with zero luck. The thing won't move. Following is a nice detailed...
some tool suppliers (long) ...
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Fri, 21 Jun 96 08:48:30 CDT
...Thorsen Tool Company sockets, drive tools, wrenches, 1801 Morgan Street screwdrivers, pliers, air tools, Rockford, IL 61102 specialty tools (815) 968-9661 (815) 968...
Re: Propex 1600 blowing fuses
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:38:12 -0500
...the >>>> shaft. >>>>> I carefully removed the bushing from the shaft with pliers and >>>> polished it >>>>> and the shaft with emery paper. It will now...
Swapping out the alternator and fun with a pivot bolt
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:59:15 -0700
...If you have extra large hands I'd think that you could use in the right hand some long nosed pliers but I didn...
Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 08:39:53 -0800
...I > tried pliers, clamps, vises, drill bits and even a "persuader" with zero > luck. The thing won't move. Following is a nice detailed...
Re: Anyone have experience with the F.A.S./GTA Auto trans cooler?
Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
Sat, 23 Jan 2016 17:09:17 -0800
Actually, that's my plan for now! Replaced the manifold and finally gave up and got the Craftsman cable hose clamp pliers. Wish I...
Re: Pop top -- catch this before it's too late.
Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
Sat, 14 Aug 2010 15:35:24 -0700
...I did not try this. > > Once assembly on the bench, I found I could remove the Z part of cable > with needle nose pliers...
How to replace the brake master cylinder. - long -
Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
Wed, 15 Mar 2000 15:10:50 -0800
...I used a pair of pliers to gently start twisting the hose and sprayed some silicone spray lubricant. I then used several screwdrivers to...
Free tools for Rear Bearings and other stuff
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sat, 18 Sep 2004 10:29:18 -0500
...Put on your safety glasses! Take that out with your >> internal hog ring pliers. Careful mine shot across the room J don't >> loose...
Re: Radiator Fan Resistor Question
Historical mailing list - Paul Connelly
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:52:25 -0600
...any > > >>>>> 2 pins of the wiring plug with small needle nose pliers. 2 > combinations > > >>& gt;>> should run the fan, 1 at low and another...
Re: trip out west
Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
Thu, 5 Aug 2010 14:55:08 -0700
...straighten out the bent temp control cable with a needle >> nose >> pliers .. >> and spray lube the cable and levers generously. >> >> for the deluxe repair...
Re: Removing arm rests for repair of arm rest posts and to install perfect fit seat covers
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Tue, 27 Nov 2001 20:47:17 -0800
...made tool to line up the holes and a needle nose pliers to insert >the pin-- then the home made tool again to bang...
Re: 82 Diesel Timing Belt
Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
Tue, 28 Jan 2014 13:45:10 -0800
...There > isn't much subsitute for the tensioner adjuster, although the first time I > did it I used some smallish bent nosed needlenose pliers...
Re: Goopy stuff on dish drainer
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:19:28 -0700
...You can get small pliers or whatnot in those notches and > screw the catches in or out to make them fit more or less...
Re: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
Historical mailing list - M. Jade
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:55:50 -0700
...the bearings >> in >> that hub is a pair of snap ring pliers. Removing� the bearings from the >> hub >> can be easily done with a...
`66 progress, bits and pieces
Historical mailing list
Wed, 15 May 1996 09:49:46 -0700
...Well, I spent a couple hours with pliers of various types getting the metal straight and some time with the solvent tank getting it...
Re: Rebuilding Vanagon Electric Windows or How To Go Into Debt rebuild electric motor
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Fri, 29 Apr 2005 10:08:42 -0700
...Now that you have the outer edge stress relieved, begin with good needle nose pliers and grab that edge of the retainer you just...
Re: Parts Compatability
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Wed, 9 Mar 2005 09:50:23 -0600
...A pair of snap ring pliers and a steel or brass "Drift" - a 3/8 in dia steel bar about 10 inches long, and...
Re: where did the starter bushing go?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Fri, 14 Sep 2007 21:25:35 -0700
...I hoped I could exploit that with a pair of needle nose pliers perhaps but of course the bushing is in there far tighter...
Re: CV boot problem repair problem continued
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 16 Aug 2016 19:18:28 -0400
...I thought the clip would have holes to match the special pliers. Mine did not. Can I purchase these somewhere and get them with...
Re: 82 Diesel Timing Belt
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Tue, 28 Jan 2014 18:18:12 -0600
...time I >> did it I used some smallish bent nosed needlenose pliers. On an 82 you >> will >> need a 15 mm wrench for the...
Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 00:53:32 -0800
...I >tried pliers, clamps, vises, drill bits and even a "persuader" with zero >luck. The thing won't move. Following is a nice detailed...
Re: 82 Diesel Timing Belt
Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
Tue, 28 Jan 2014 22:09:20 -0800
...time I >>> did it I used some smallish bent nosed needlenose pliers. On an 82 you >>> will >>> need a 15 mm wrench for the...
Re: SewFine Seat Covers for '81 Vanagon
Historical mailing list
Thu, 21 Sep 1995 16:28:26 -0700
...But I think SewFine did it right, though, because after I used pliers and pulled on the hem (with the wire already inside - see...
Re: More? New? Better? nah! (editorial content)
Historical mailing list - dan kapeller
Wed, 20 Dec 2006 11:16:58 -0700
...that in the middle of Nevada with a screwdriver and some pliers?"<BR>     After 33 years of Automotive Evolution, I...
Re: Mark vs. the Distributor - Chapter 1(was "Driving dog" pin removal)
Historical mailing list - mike boland
Tue, 4 Mar 2003 03:03:50 -0600
...I >>tried pliers, clamps, vises, drill bits and even a "persuader" with zero >>luck. The thing won't move. Following is a nice detailed...
Fwd: Crankshaft endplay shims, flywheel and stuff
Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
Wed, 6 Jan 1999 07:18:34 -0500
...screwdriver and >then pulling it out in pieces with needle nose pliers. Removing it totally >destroyed it. Parts of the old seal were still...
Re: 82 Diesel Timing Belt
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Wed, 29 Jan 2014 04:47:22 -0600
...time I > did it I used some smallish bent nosed needlenose pliers. On an 82 you > will > need a 15 mm wrench for the...
Re: Antifreeze Removal
Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
Thu, 6 Nov 2003 09:14:43 -0800
...If the coppers on your are squeezed flat they will need to be torn off with pliers to replace them. To set them right...