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re:91 Vanagon with "Hot Air"
Historical mailing list - Rob
Mon, 12 May 1997 13:45:17 -0400
...A shop with the proper tools should be able to find the leak. Now if it passes the vacuum test.... Good luck! Rob becida...
Help, Need L/H Drill Bit
Historical mailing list
Mon, 7 Oct 1996 17:16:31 -0800
...One of them is that there are no easy sources for off-the-wall tools and such. So... Does anyone have a source for...
Re: Will deep cycle battery fit?
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Fri, 16 May 1997 18:30:25 -0700
...beethoven/electrical.html Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: I GOT MY DREAM VANAGON!(also question!)
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Sun, 7 Sep 1997 22:16:10 -0700
...engine & tranny! Congratulations! Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: Vanagon books
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Mon, 21 Jul 1997 10:35:02 -0700
...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: Propex Spark Generator Problem
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Mon, 10 Nov 1997 14:28:42 -0800
...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (415) 284-6972 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Replacing rear brake shoes
Historical mailing list - Ken Korn
Fri, 2 Apr 1999 16:49:58 -0600
...I don't have the tools (or the strength) to do the hub. If it has to come off, I guess I'll have...
Vanagon.com - world's worst website??
Historical mailing list - McComas_Glenn
Wed, 16 Feb 2000 06:37:20 -0500
...Too bad, because they may have some good tools for the auto hobby folks like us. Could someone with Netscape and a fast internet...
Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
Thu, 26 Oct 2000 19:23:18 -0400
Mathew, It may not have relevance to your carb situation, but I have found a magnetically charged Phillips screwdriver really helpful in retrieving the...
Re: Aux Battery Cover
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Sat, 12 Jan 2002 09:16:22 -0600
> don't think I have sufficient metal forming tools. Outside of a propane > torch, I don't have anything that would melt plastic to...
Check / Adjust Aux Air Valve
Historical mailing list - WVVW
Fri, 19 Apr 2002 13:45:17 -0400
...Vanagon 7-passenger GL __________________________________ __ /____ ______ ____== ___________\ ___ // | | | | \== \ \\ _____ // | | | | \== \ \\ //______| |______| |______\== \__________\|______ | - | | | | @ |______ _[ ____ __ _ [|][WVVW][|]_ |__] // \\ / \ |___|____________| `---/| () |\--------|| () |---/=)________)=o{}=={ }=={ } _________\__//_\__//____ \__//__\__//____________ __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop...
'85 Vanagon Automatic Rough Idle
Historical mailing list - MMunn
Thu, 2 Jan 2003 20:26:48 -0800
...Any suggestions? I've got the tools and the time, but know little about fuel supply. By the way ..... just replaced air filter, plugs...
FIXED! was Re: Any easy, low-cost way to replace power window lift with manual?
Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
Mon, 26 Apr 2004 13:48:21 -0700
...broken groundwire in driver side door wirebundle. -- +----------------------------------------------+ | You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape.| | If it doesn't move and it...
for sale: vanagon capt. chairs w/ adjustable armrests - fit all vans
Historical mailing list
Fri, 1 Oct 2004 14:56:33 EDT
...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: Tell Everyone About Your Vanagon Links - Tagging
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Tue, 3 Jan 2006 12:14:34 -0700
...I have no affiliation with del.icio.us other similar tools are also available)
Re: AC Compressor to inflate tires, etc?
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Mon, 8 Jan 2007 14:23:14 -0500
When I bought my Model A Ford (it only had 54,000 miles on it) included with the tools was an air type hose...
Passed emissions!
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Mon, 2 Jul 2007 18:33:33 -0700
...Yahoo! Small Business gives you all the tools to get online.
plumbing an aux tank- parallel or series?
Historical mailing list - Matthew
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:20:59 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
Re: No particular Vanagon content: RIP Local Sears
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 7 Dec 2016 03:03:28 +0000
...It used to be THE source for > > > lots of products, tools among them. Their appliances couldn't be beaten, > > > you could check Consumer Reports...
Re: Tires again!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Mon, 1 Aug 2011 14:34:18 -0500
...religiosity when discussing browsers. > > Yes, browsers are tools, and IE is the Wentworth socket set of tools. > > I reckon I can go to the...
Re: Last leg...clutch master cylinder is dead...
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Fri, 25 Jan 2002 10:07:33 -0800
...it is a fairly straightforward job if you have the right tools (particularly a set of metric "crow's feet". I can see that...
Control arm bushings (front end madness)
Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
Thu, 10 Apr 2003 20:33:35 -0700
...arm bushing in and out? Any special tools I should have on hand for the job (tools mere mortals can buy, not all that...
Re: head gaskets
Historical mailing list - Joe L.
Sat, 21 Nov 1998 20:58:04 -0500
...Also dont be afraid to sink some cash into the necessary tools. You are going to pay for tools anyway; if you go to...
Re: Wasserleaker Head Job - What am I getting myself in for
Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
Thu, 25 Nov 1999 09:44:34 -0500
...As for special tools, only a torque wrench if you are only doing the head gaskets and don't have to mess with cylinders...
Re: Spiffing up the sliding glass frames
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 19 May 2005 06:31:48 EDT
...Pressure and perseverance and the proper tools will get it out. If you do not feel capable, go to a automotive window place, they...
Re: Syncro Starter R&R on vacation? A Poll
Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:41:35 -0700
...Miguel On Wed, Nov 25, 2009 at 8:39 PM, miguel pacheco <mundopacheco@gmail.com> wrote: > You don't need special tools. Mostly LOTS...
Re: Auto tranny rebuild
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Tue, 17 Sep 2002 22:04:16 -0400
How are you folks rebuilding your own transmissions without all those special tools and jigs I see in the Bentley? There also seem to...
Re: Shore batteries
Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
Tue, 7 Aug 2012 07:16:21 -0400
...I just read about Lithium-Iron batteries (and I've been using Lithium Ion batteries in yard tools). > > (yes that >IS< IRON, and not...
camping gear
Historical mailing list
Fri, 5 Aug 1994 17:59:45 +0800
...This list is, BTW, not just camping stuff, but stuff to have on a long trip like this, cooking items, conveniences, parts, tools, etc...
Re: public thanks to dean aukes!
Historical mailing list
Wed, 13 Dec 1995 16:57:35 -0500
...all enter our parts/tools wishes. > >I would be quite happy to host such a page. > > Dworkin well i would be happy to clutter...
Re: Cool Paint Ideas
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Fri, 18 Apr 1997 08:33:33 -0700
...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: Air 'Conditioning'
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Wed, 14 May 1997 15:26:29 -0700
...But recharging means replacing most of the system, from what I've heard, right? Ron -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools...
SAAB list server????
Historical mailing list - David M. Mayes, Ph.D.
Mon, 16 Sep 1996 08:05:40 -0700
...Comes with two sets of mag = wheels, 8 new tires, (4 studded snows), Bra, cover, special tools, Tule = rack. =20 ABSOLUTE SHOWROOM CONDITION! $28...
Re: Apology to all
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Tue, 17 Jun 1997 09:53:06 -0700
...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: What About Archives?
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Fri, 18 Jul 1997 10:49:04 -0700
...But give us a little time :-) Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http...
Re: wet carpeting
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Fri, 5 Dec 1997 16:06:47 -0800
...leaking cars. (It tastes sweet, too.) Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (415) 284-6972 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: Engine fire and replacing fuel line
Historical mailing list - BILL
Tue, 22 Sep 1998 20:21:26 -0600
...I use a nice pair from Klien Tools $26. It cuts through real easy. Bill '85 GL [*Magic*Bus*] '82 Westy [FreeBird] ...Cause I...
Re: Secret Hiding Place
Historical mailing list - David Richoux
Fri, 13 Jul 2001 18:08:06 -0700
...rear seat - the floor of said compartment pulls up with no tools to get access to the wiring harness. Don't put any "metallic...
NVC: Welder in WV Eastern Panhandle area?
Historical mailing list - WVVW
Fri, 3 May 2002 11:46:33 -0400
...Vanagon 7-passenger GL __________________________________ __ /____ ______ ____== ___________\ ___ // | | | | \== \ \\ _____ // | | | | \== \ \\ //______| |______| |______\== \__________\|______ | - | | | | @ |______ _[ ____ __ _ [|][WVVW][|]_ |__] // \\ / \ |___|____________| `---/| () |\--------|| () |---/=)________)=o{}=={ }=={ } _________\__//_\__//____ \__//__\__//____________ __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop...
Rear brakes, 87 syncro - how long?
Historical mailing list - van man
Fri, 23 Aug 2002 08:16:27 -0700
...Any special tools? Thanks, Jeff __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance - Get real-time stock quotes http://finance.yahoo.com
Re: tie rode end remover followup Q
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Tue, 16 Mar 2004 17:03:08 EST
...rental-this doesn't seem the best bet. >> The rental of tools from the Autozone I frequent is free. They require a deposit equal...
Re: building tool kit-vendor recomendations?
Historical mailing list - developtrust
Mon, 1 Dec 2003 11:48:54 -0800
...All tools snap in and will not spill out when turned upside down like mine does. If I did not already own a set...
FS: vanagon capt. chairs/front seats w/ armrests..fit all year vanagons
Historical mailing list
Sun, 20 Feb 2005 23:23:06 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: Interesting Trailer on Campout
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Thu, 8 Feb 2007 13:52:23 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/shortcuts/#loc_weather
Re: vw tools?
Historical mailing list - J Stewart
Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:13:45 +0000
<Or go to your VW parys house and get the $6 tool. I paid $2.95 for mine.> Not always so simple! No VW...
Auto tranny and diff mating questions
Historical mailing list - Aaron
Tue, 22 Aug 2006 22:17:53 -0700
...I'm sure it would be a bad thing to slip up and score sealing surfaces, so are there any special tools, techniques etc...
Re: Death Valley
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Wed, 24 Jan 2007 12:24:53 -0500
...Your skillset, >> the collection of tools you pack, and your confidence far exceed mine> >> >> >> I just did an R&R on a WBX engine...
Re: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
Tue, 25 Feb 2003 09:59:21 -0800
...up his tires after going off-highway and to use air tools to swap his diggers to his road tread. Not to make motorcycle...
Re: Westfalia Wolfsburg Edition Full Camper, 151,000 miles runs for sale.
Historical mailing list - Randy Wiederhold
Fri, 21 Dec 2007 06:57:28 -0800
...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ____________________________________________________________________________________ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools...
Manufacturing Vanagons in private?
Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
Mon, 28 Jan 2008 13:03:21 -0800
You would want to get all the dies and tools first, the drawings, tech. info. But I think, they have used them up already...
Re: tools to have onhand...
Historical mailing list - Al Knoll
Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:13:40 -0800
...lot - over 50K a year and can say the best 2 tools to take on > the > > > road are a cell phone and a list...
Re: Tool Pontifications
Historical mailing list
Wed, 8 Jan 1997 18:08:39 +0000
...As a rule for hand tools I would NEVER buy Snap-On new price to performance ratio is poor for even heavy home use...
Latest Felder Enterprises
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Sun, 14 Sep 2014 19:33:33 -0500
...Now a chain saw, garden tools, greasy parts and the like can be put into the rear area without affecting the upholstery below. if...
Re: Friday NVC: Glossary of Tool Functions
Historical mailing list - Paul
Fri, 22 Feb 2013 05:57:48 -0800
Funny stuff there and I have to admit I'm pretty familar with all those tools of destruction used in the name of production...
Re: Okay, now THIS is embarrassing!
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 20 May 2012 21:13:40 -0400
...Im no tech er anything give me physical tools and physical >things to use them on I can hold my own but this computer...
bad gopher archives (bad! Bad!)
Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
Sun, 24 Mar 1996 10:18:11 -0600 (CST)
...I'm experimenting with some other search tools. wais takes up a lot of space. It's fast, but I've got over a...
Re: So now we have a chat place?
Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
Fri, 18 Jul 1997 17:10:14 -0700
...Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
Re: broken spark plug removal?
Historical mailing list - EMZ
Mon, 20 Jul 1998 23:43:55 -0400
...the weekend. > Does anyone know if there are easy out type tools for 14mm bolts? Is there > any other way to remove the threads...
Re: Radio removal..
Historical mailing list
Sun, 18 Oct 1998 16:20:52 EDT
...writes: << You can make a pair of DIN radio removal "U" tools out of a wire > coathanger by cutting two 8-10inch segments and...
Re: Another good deal on tools
Historical mailing list - Tom L. Neal
Fri, 26 Nov 1999 09:12:20 -0800
Had 25 year old 3/8 and 1/2 inch Craftsman rachets that died (one dropped, one just fell apart) within 3 months of...