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  • Re: [Re: Another good deal on tools]
    Historical mailing list - t obrien
    Thu, 25 Nov 1999 19:07:35 PST
    Stefan Weir <WEIRSTEF@CS.COM> wrote: > I have used the Popular Mechanics stuff sometimes too. The sockets are > great, but the ratchets are JUNK...
  • Lowering a Syncro
    Historical mailing list - John Branstrom
    Mon, 20 Dec 1999 08:17:16 EST
    ...Plus it will be loaded with work tools which need to be secured. Thanks John Branstrom Chicago, IL
  • Replacing brake lines
    Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
    Wed, 26 Sep 2001 12:05:13 -0400
    ...I don't have a set of flaring tools so I am looking for easiest way of fixing problem that won't sacrifice safety...
  • Re: Pinned down
    Historical mailing list - Steven Denis
    Tue, 1 Jan 2002 21:13:53 EST
    ...place for the "Top Dead Center" sensor for some VW diagnostic tools. >> Yeah that too..but the pin has been in there since 1968...
  • LCD DASH CLOCKS FOR SALE - 85-91 VANAGON!
    Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
    Mon, 3 May 2004 16:34:14 -0700
    ...Thanks! -Mark _________________________________________________________________ Getting married? Find tips, tools and the latest trends at MSN Life Events. http://lifeevents.msn.com/category.aspx?cid=married
  • Shift shaft seal
    Historical mailing list - Greenamyer, William L
    Mon, 8 Aug 2005 05:31:30 -0700
    ...Also, are there any special things that I need to know about replacing this seal (like special tools or problems that might be encountered...
  • SYNCRO PANEL VAN-mileage questionable
    Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
    Thu, 15 Feb 2007 07:26:19 -0500
    ...Most comprehensive set of free safety and security tools, free access to millions of high-quality videos from across the web, free AOL Mail...
  • Re: No particular Vanagon content: RIP Local Sears
    Historical mailing list - BenT
    Tue, 6 Dec 2016 19:05:58 -0800
    ...It used to be THE source for >> lots of products, tools among them. Their appliances couldn't be beaten, >> you could check Consumer Reports...
  • Model 091 Transmission Question
    Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
    Sat, 18 Sep 1999 11:09:05 -0700
    In preparation for changing gear oil, I crawl under the van to discover that I don't have the correct size tools to remove...
  • Triple Conundrum
    Historical mailing list - Eric and Marica
    Tue, 24 Jun 2003 18:55:55 -0600
    Could of questions for the crowd 1) Tools - what tools do you normally pack for a week or two excursion? Just curious to see...
  • Re: tire chains / cables on snows?
    Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
    Thu, 30 Aug 2007 09:34:59 -0800
    ...These tools are sometimes essential for getting > yourself out of > trouble, but I have used them more in helping other people or to > clear...
  • Re: Working on 091/1 Manual Transmission
    Historical mailing list - David Kao
    Thu, 5 Jul 2007 10:43:44 -0700
    ...They said they could do most of the repairs using logical > aids and hand tools. Only an item or two was left alone because...
  • Re: Friday NVC: Long-neglected valve adjustment question?
    Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
    Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:44:34 -0500
    ...From a little > internet reading the "special tools" are a 14mm wrench, $6 feeler > gauge, and a flathead screwdriver. > > Anyway, I'm interested in...
  • Re: Need a shower? Got tools?
    Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
    Thu, 9 Apr 2015 15:13:59 -0700
    ...Need a shower? Got tools? I am kicking around the idea of using my modified clam shell for tool storage, thinking my 215/75...
  • Re: fuel hose crimping tool
    Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
    Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:23:17 -0400
    ...I'm thinking really dull nail cutters, or >> > maybe tile nippers?? >> > >> > thanks for any insights! >> >> KD Tools. NAPA can have it for you in...
  • Re: slipping out of 4th gear
    Historical mailing list - Stuart
    Thu, 1 Jun 2000 20:41:56 -0700
    Gary, Do a careful analysis to determine how much you will save with a DIY rebuild if you don't have the tools or...
  • Re: What parts to carry on the road...
    Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
    Thu, 12 Sep 2002 06:32:12 -0400
    ...As of now I carry plugs and belts and filters and fluids and tools and thought you all could help me make more efficient...
  • Re: solderless connectors
    Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
    Tue, 14 Jun 2011 05:53:45 -0700
    ...http://www.bandc.biz/electrical-terminals-splices.aspx B&C has lots of quality tools and parts, too: http://www.bandc.biz/electrical-supplies...
  • =?utf-8?Q?Re:_[VANAGON]_Re:_Friday:_cool_tool=C2=97Cr?= =?utf-8?Q?aftsman_Ratcheting__Open_En_d_Wrenches?=
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sun, 27 Feb 2011 08:33:25 -0600
    ---- Max Wellhouse <dimwittedmoose@CFU.NET> wrote: > Our local Ace Hardware store is selling a big stash of Craftsman > tools. Not sure if others are...
  • Re: Light em up, Ralphie
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:44:01 -0800
    ...CREE led headlamps is product number 422 382 from > Iron Bridge Tools, in Deerfield Bch FL �(954.596.8712) �The local Home > Despot has...
  • Cockeyed Parking Brake Equalizer
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
    Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:59:46 -0700
    ...I don't have the tools to adjust the brakes. -- Rocky J Squirrel 84 Westfalia: Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana") 74 Westrailia: (Ladybug Trailer...
  • 76 Type II valve adjustment
    Historical mailing list - bill (w.r.) crick
    Thu, 16 May 1996 20:11:00 -0400
    ...Second question will I need any special tools above Open/box wrenches, feelers, srewdrviers etc? If so what? Thanks Bill Crick contenplating starting to...
  • Van related purchases today
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan 'Snuggles' Edwards
    Fri, 14 Jun 1996 13:37:54 -0400 (EDT)
    hey now, i went shopping today...for tools...spent a bit of money. i'm getting my phase 1 tool kit together per Mr...
  • CCC mailing list
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Sat, 29 Mar 1997 16:07:01 -0800
    ...Coyote -- Ron 'Coyote' Lussier /\_/\ ____ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 ( ) \ _/__ "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \ / \X / http://www.likeminds.com/ \_/ \/
  • replacing ball joints on 87 non-synchro
    Historical mailing list
    Wed, 22 Jan 1997 16:25:58 -0500 (EST)
    ...Can it be done without special VW tools? (For laughs, I called the local dealer and got a quote of $200 per side exclusive...
  • Re: Friday Navigation Quiz
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Fri, 25 Jul 2003 15:33:05 -0700
    ...etc +----------------------------------------------+ | You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape.| | If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40. | | If it...
  • rear brake renewal
    Historical mailing list - gary hradek
    Tue, 24 Jun 2003 12:24:17 -0700
    ...are there any special tools or parts i need besides the brake pads? Joe 1986 vanagon gl buffalo new york __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? SBC...
  • Re: Inverter advice needed
    Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
    Tue, 27 Jan 2004 20:18:06 -0500
    ...My inverter is from Harbor Freight tools, 400w continuous/600w surge, on sale for $30 a while back. Seems to work pretty well for...
  • Re: Ceiling Fan for Westys
    Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
    Tue, 3 Apr 2007 09:36:02 -0700
    ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/shortcuts/#loc_weather
  • Re: Product Report AXXESS Plastikey
    Historical mailing list - John Bange
    Fri, 12 Sep 2008 20:34:02 -0700
    ...It's secured with a wing nut so no tools required. You have to drill out the hole in the key head to make...
  • Re: West Texas, marathon-alpine stranded vanagon
    Historical mailing list - chris Moyles
    Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:42:00 -0500
    ...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: Christmas tools...
    Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
    Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:59:22 -0600
    ...12/25/2009, Jim Felder wrote: >Sears gift certificate for Craftsman tools. > >Those ratcheting wrenches are one of those things I wouldn't have...
  • Re: jack, costs
    Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
    Sat, 16 Oct 2004 02:09:33 -0500
    ...Which in the past and presently makes some lovely stuff, too. (those King Dick tools look nice!) If I remember correctly, Honda was one...
  • Re: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Tue, 2 Jan 2018 14:32:25 -0500
    The most basic list of all is the tools that came with the vehicle: Flat screwdriver, #2 Phillips, 10 x 13 mm open end...
  • Re: US Plastic was
    Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
    Thu, 9 Aug 2012 10:20:21 -0600
    ...I read here that several volks have been using the cat litter containers for tools 'n other stuff, to stow under the bench. I...
  • Re: Go with the split
    Historical mailing list - JonR
    Wed, 10 Jul 1996 18:04:01 -0400
    ...I did my own Head repair, own $$$ in tools for repair of both air and water-cooled VWs... I own 2 air-cooled 'Dubs...
  • Re: advice on head/gaskets?
    Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
    Wed, 24 Oct 2001 06:32:00 -0400
    Les; The cost of any tools you need to buy should be easily offset by the savings of doing it yourself. If you are...
  • Re: what do you have in it
    Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
    Mon, 15 Nov 2004 18:41:31 -0600
    ...and the tools. >I was also remodeling a kitchen, so in 1 trip had a 5ft Kitchen sink >and base unit. > >What have you...
  • Re: Knocking sound
    Historical mailing list
    Mon, 25 Jun 2018 12:24:55 -0400
    If you have the time and tools, you could try switching them over side to side. That should give you a bit more life...
  • No particular Vanagon content: RIP Local Sears
    Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
    Tue, 6 Dec 2016 23:50:13 +0000
    ...Good thing I already own all the tools I need to work on a Vanagon. Jim
  • Re: Fuel filler cap stuck
    Historical mailing list - Neil N
    Thu, 22 Jan 2015 13:20:22 -0800
    ...I was able to remove it with only the screwdriver. (but then we all carry more tools than that right? ;) ha ha. Neil. On...
  • Re: Shore batteries
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Tue, 7 Aug 2012 06:38:45 -0700
    ...I just read about Lithium-Iron batteries (and > I've been using Lithium Ion batteries in yard tools). > > (yes that>IS< IRON, and not...
  • Is this H pipe junk
    Historical mailing list - B Feddish
    Mon, 5 Jul 2010 15:30:02 -0400
    ...Is this thing junk? Thanks, Bryan _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive...
  • Re: BUS BOYS
    Historical mailing list
    Fri, 15 Jul 94 10:37:23 ADT
    ...this job can be done with the engine still in the car, with basic tools. "splish splash I was takin' a bath" tim s.
  • RE: Window tinting
    Historical mailing list - William R. Kennedy, NJIT CIAT, 201-596-5648
    Thu, 02 Feb 1995 16:12:10 EST
    ...Window tinting rewards experience and prep time like anything else, but I think it looks great and it doesn't take special tools. It...
  • Re: The end of the list
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Fri, 09 May 1997 10:33:23 -0700
    ...for about 10! Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www.likeminds.com/
  • CCC mailing list problem
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Mon, 07 Jul 1997 14:08:26 -0700
    ...SUBSCRIBE Sorry for the inconvenience! Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http://www...
  • Re: Great Job Guys!!
    Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
    Fri, 18 Jul 1997 10:53:25 -0700
    ...vanagon@vanagon.com listserv@vanagon.com Coyote -- /\_/\ ____ Ron 'Coyote' Lussier ( ) \ _/__ LikeMinds (408) 865-0657 \ / \X / "Tools that Help People Decide" coyote@likeminds.com \_/ \/ http...
  • Re: Another good deal on tools
    Historical mailing list - Stefan Weir
    Thu, 25 Nov 1999 21:50:46 EST
    In a message dated 11/25/99 9:46:06 PM Eastern Standard Time, mruskin@PANGEA.CA writes: << I use the Popular Mechanics brand...
  • need a place to work on v-dub in/near flint, mi
    Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
    Thu, 9 Dec 1999 21:52:12 -0500
    if anyone on the list is near flint, mi (within an hour..80 miles) and would have a set of metric tools and a...
  • speaking of tools (was "Huge Nut on Rear Drum")
    Historical mailing list - sharks
    Thu, 20 Jul 2000 15:03:16 -0700
    I noticed some (very little) oil dripping from the differential of my '90GL, so I thought I'd check the gear oil level. I...
  • OLDER VANAGONS AND SELF-RELIANCE
    Historical mailing list - George Wietor
    Sat, 18 Nov 2000 15:34:36 -0800
    ...Unreliable mechanics/shops may be rare, but point out the need for all of us to select our tools and books and do our...
  • Re: rear wheel bearing is squeaking
    Historical mailing list - Jere Hawn
    Mon, 3 Sep 2001 23:00:30 -0700
    ...rear wheel bearing is squeaking Hey crew, my rear wheel bearing is squeaking, how much work is it to fix myself? Special tools? Thanks...
  • Re: manual tranny fluid change
    Historical mailing list - patrice b
    Sat, 31 Aug 2002 00:03:56 -0700
    ...The synchro recommendations for Redline -- how should I interpret this for an '85/2WD ? Also, what tools are needed to do the MT oil...
  • Re: Friday Navigation Quiz
    Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
    Fri, 25 Jul 2003 10:04:51 -0700
    ...I-280, I-380, I-480, I-580, I-680, I-880... +----------------------------------------------+ | You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape.| | If it...
  • Rust Converter
    Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
    Tue, 1 Mar 2005 22:44:07 -0500
    ...http://www.corrosion-doctors.org/MetalCoatings/rust-converter.htm those of you that spent some time in heavy industry probably used some tools that...
  • clicks in the front end
    Historical mailing list - Andy Stalick
    Thu, 9 Mar 2006 18:09:44 -0600
    ...Any ideas? If I have to replace the lower ball joint, is this something I can do without special tools like a spring compressor...
  • Re: Trickle charging battery with 1.8W solar panel = failure
    Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
    Mon, 26 Mar 2007 18:35:42 -0700
    ...http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailbeta/newmail_tools.html
  • Re: flexible Borescope?
    Historical mailing list - joel walker
    Fri, 27 Apr 2007 18:12:03 -0500
    ...http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/tools.asp?tool=all&Group_ID=1414&store=snapon-store :) wonder if you can actually see anything with the...
  • Need a Chilfton repair manual for free?
    Historical mailing list - THOMAS IN GEORGIA
    Sun, 6 Jan 2008 16:43:38 -0800
    ...deals? <a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=51734/*http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping"> Find them fast with...