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• Re: Traveling tools
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 09:47:01 -0500
  ...Traveling tools Im traveling from California to New York this summer and would like suggestion on what tools to take I have a 80...
• Easy out for ball joint removal - Must have tools: make it easy: AVOID the FORK
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Wed, 4 Jun 2003 21:46:28 EDT
  Two tools that will make front end work a dream are: a Pitman arm puller and a tie rod end puller. They get the...
• Craftsman tools (was: Spring clip pliers)
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 07 Mar 1996 11:30:00 -0800 (PST)
  >I think Craftsman tools are still fairly good. The only one I've >ever broken is the 3/8" u-joint ratchet extension, and...
• Re: 2.1L engine tools
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 22 Sep 2000 14:08:23 -0400
  ...i bought a > set of wasserboxer engine tools(albeit "pricey") from the VW authorized > tool distributor Actually, there is no need to buy these...
• Re: Cool Tools for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Tue, 5 Jun 2012 20:36:18 -0500
  ...Here is the "professional" > tool: > http://www.amazon.com/KD-Tools-Radiator-Pinch-Off-Pliers/dp/B000O3NACS I > own two that I purchased for...
• Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Gilles Gallant
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 21:20:02 -0400
  ...I also get questions regarding front shocks and springs; 1) Is the replacement of those parts need special tools? 2) Is this can be...
• Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Kevin McLean
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 06:20:43 -0800
  ...What I would like to know is what tools would be the minimum to bring along as well? Duct tape, WD-40, big hammer...
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 17:58:50 -0700
  ...Having tools that will get the job done when it’s cold and raining is important but the nice ones stay in the garage...
• audi turbo rims maching bigger holes....san diego
  Historical mailing list - gatorxray
  Fri, 14 Sep 2001 20:08:57 -0700
  ...For this price I could purchase some high end tools and save some money. Question:What tool/tools would work in this situation short...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:38:29 -0700
  yes, I have some metal bodied US made power tools, a "Thor" and a "Van Dorn" 1/2 drills amongst them. Very heavy duty...
• Re: SCREAMING Speedometer
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 1 Sep 1999 03:57:42 +0200
  Rich Durant wrote: > I've got some tools in the Vanagon. I'm hoping that I can disconnect the > Speedometer cable in a few...
• Re: Tool(s) for adjusting valve clearances on 82 diesel engine - vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Mon, 12 Jun 2000 19:55:27 -0700
  Rocky Mountain Motorworks www.motorworks.com has the correct tools, but they are expensive. I think the pliers for grabbing the shims are the...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:12:13 -0500
  There were 2 prong tools back then and not all of them can be converted to 3 prong and run on a GFI circuit...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 11:14:59 -0400
  ...Without shelter in a dirt parking lot, there is a very good chance that you will be loosing tools, and fumbling around in a...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 21:16:59 -0700
  ...Tools Well for those of us that do our own maintenance (isn't that everyone on this list?) I really enjoy getting good tools...
• suggested tools for road trip
  Historical mailing list - Gary Edwards
  Tue, 21 Jul 1998 23:24:59 EDT
  ...Anyone have a handy list of what kind of tools would fit and fix most kinds of problems that I'm most likely to...
• Re: Installing a 1000W converter
  Historical mailing list - Dave Vickery
  Mon, 26 Jun 2006 20:41:28 +0000
  ...My Xantrex 1000W about $80 on sale works very well with power tools. >From: Loren Busch <starwagen@GMAIL.COM> >Reply-To: Loren Busch <starwagen...
• Raido removal
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:35:41 +0000
  ...around thi?   Is it removable with some common tools or objects, or do I need to get the tools from Custom Radio? Dave B.
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - T3 Technique
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 18:18:52 -0700
  ...Having tools that will get the job done when it’s cold and raining is important but the nice ones stay in the garage...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Tue, 11 Jan 2011 20:16:54 -0600
  The issue isn't Asia, there are some great tools and parts made in Asia. The original wheel bearings in your Vanagon were probably...
• Re: Caliper resetting pliers
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 24 Mar 2002 18:19:46 -0600
  I just love single use tools. I've got crimpers for RF cables, Presses to set flat cable connectors, Freon Sniffers, about eight oil...
• What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 15:49:35 -0700
  So what tools do we carry in our busses on a daily basis- not a road-trip basis? I'll start: in my bus...
• One more thing to pack....
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 20 Mar 2015 09:43:44 -0700
  ...http://tools.woot.com/offers/pizza-que-portable-pizza-oven-black?utm_source=Daily+Digest&utm_campaign=fcd0e624c1-Daily+Digest+-+20150320+-+Tools.Woot&utm...
• Re: front wheel grease cap removal
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:10:35 -0700
  ...WonderBar! <http://www.diguniverse.com/TOOLS-AND-SUPPLIES/TOOLS/STY55515.html> Jim
• Ignition Switch Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Ken Korn
  Sat, 23 Jan 1999 12:00:01 -0600
  ...Can it be done without these tools? Can't the switch be replaced without removing the housing? Ken 82 Westy 2.0 Austin, TX
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 19:34:20 -0400
  Craftsman Tools was bought by Stanley in just the last year or so. I have not used Kobalt, available at Lowe's, but they...
• Re: tool needed
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 8 May 2007 20:34:00 -0500
  ...Jim On May 8, 2007, at 7:43 PM, Kenneth Lewis wrote: > Matt, > Arrived at home with said tools and great expectations. > Unfortunately the...
• 2.1L engine tools
  Historical mailing list - John
  Fri, 22 Sep 2000 14:11:26 -0400
  David Beierl wrote: > > At 11:49 9/22/2000, John wrote: > >Hey Guys, why not use the correct special tools(see the repair manual...
• Interesting thread on Papawswrench.com
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 8 Oct 2010 10:32:03 -0500
  Found this old tool forum and they got into a discussion about Harbor Freight Tools- Pass or Fail? Most of them have posted which...
• FS Precision tools - Rebuild that engine
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 12 Jun 2002 22:20:33 -0500
  Precision measuring tools / Micrometers / Dial Gauges / Cheap enough that you can buy them and use them / sell them and break even. http://www.williamwareagency...
• Re: Ball joints, upper / lower
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 16:36:59 -0800
  ...As Paul showed us, the lowers need more than a minimum of tools, or 2. > It's not possible to do the lowers using...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Spurgin
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 12:31:51 -0500
  ...ds At 11:03 4/16/2003 -0500, Stan Wilder wrote: >You know what I hate? >I hate it when I loan tools to...
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 16:40:28 -0700
  ...There were tools that were incredibly cheap (price-wise). Professionals were thick in the place, buying much stuff. I observed to a couple of...
• Re: Multimeter recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:48:28 -0500
  On Dec 17, 2007, at 10:37 PM, Anthony Egeln wrote: > Sears doesn't manufacture their own tools....what are the odds that > Fluke...
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Jay Brown
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 11:22:42 -0500
  ...There are only two essential tools for living. Duct tape and WD-40. If it doesn't move and it should, use the WD...
• Re: Ball joints, upper / lower
  Historical mailing list - Bob Donalds
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 16:53:40 -0500
  ...As Paul showed us, the lowers need more than a minimum of tools, or 2. > It's not possible to do the lowers using...
• =?windows-1252?Q?Friday=97Incompetent_Sears?=
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:02:37 -0500
  I have always loved Craftsman tools and the selection at Sears. Tonight I had in mind trying out their layaway program for some bigger...
• Re: Nice low cost tools source
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 26 Jan 2004 14:24:33 -0600
  ...Nice low cost tools source Stan, You're back! The list hasn't been the same without you. Cheers, Bruce
• Re: Intermittent smoking and rough running.. Inline 4 conversion
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee www.vwrack.com
  Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:49:48 -0600
  >The VW I4 engines are notorious for bad valve stem seals and worn guides. >With the proper tools, the seals are fairly easy to...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:00:55 -0500
  Yeah, I first noticed that Porter Cable tools were overseas-produced a couple years ago, so I started buying Milwaukee Brand. My $230 18v...
• Re: Manual Transmission Drive Flange Seal
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Sat, 9 Aug 2014 23:07:04 -0700
  ...Given my time constraints and lack of special tools, I'll be only replacing the center caps and see if that cures the leak...
• Re: Universal outside thread chaser
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Sat, 11 Sep 2010 17:46:35 -0400
  ...dbeierl@attglobal.net> > wrote: > > > > > > http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/departments/tools-shop/hand-tools/69165.aspx?feature=P8407-C71482-L2 > > > > > > Could be interesting. Cheaper...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 21 Nov 1998 to 22 Nov 1998 - Special issue
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 18:27:10 -0500
  ...tools question; > For the mechanic types out there I have a couple of questions about tools. > So my questions are: > 1. Are the missing...
• Re: Cool Tools for Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Wed, 6 Jun 2012 09:02:43 -0400
  ...Cool Tools for Vanagons > > Here is what I got at Harbor Freight. > > http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece-fluid-line-clamp-set-65116.html...
• Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Sun, 11 Jun 2006 22:43:41 -0700
  ...So can anyone recommend what tools should be included to be able to deal with pretty much any problem one would encounter with a...
• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 27 Aug 2006 00:01:30 -0500
  ...John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Zeitgeist wrote: > The general rule of thumb with HF tools, is that you don't want to > purchase > any...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 01:35:59 -0500
  ...Service-Advisor :) > > The Rules > > When they step up inside, as you go for a ride, > And the first thing they see are the tools...
• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 26 Aug 2006 23:17:31 -0700
  ...I have a fair amount of mostly hand tools from HF both for personal and business use and haven't had many problems with...
• Re: Ball joints and steering rack
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Mon, 10 Dec 2007 23:41:42 -0500
  ...No special tools needed. Paul Guzyk wrote: > Pickle fork will do, but it mangles the rubber boots, but if you have > new ones who...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - James Walldow
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 22:25:30 -0800
  ...simple >question: > >What tools do you keep in your vannies? What are the essential tools to have >for basic maintenance and emergency repair (I...
• Sophisticated electronic tools....amazing
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 1 Jul 2021 00:07:32 +0000
  ...Worth the watch though.  Shows you what is possible with sophisticated tools. 1987 VW Vanagon Misfiring and Stalling | | | | | | | | | | | 1987 VW Vanagon Misfiring and Stalling | | |
• Re: troubleshooting intermittency - shot
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:07:52 -0700
  So will a hammer, and you'll have pretty much as much info as the small tools will give you. Tie up your CSI...
• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - Rob M
  Sun, 27 Aug 2006 16:15:31 +0000
  ...I now have several tools from HF including impact sockets, table top 1/2" drill press, and a grinder and have not had a...
• Re: Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list - Tim Burnett
  Fri, 3 Feb 1995 17:03:27 -0800 (PST)
  Thought I'd chime in on tools from my lurk here: On the box wrenches the 17mm and 19mm come in handy also the...
• Re: Ball Joints
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Mon, 23 Dec 2002 13:56:00 -0500
  What tools are unique to this job? I only recall using standard hand tools, a large hammer, and a press. The press has many...
• Re: Friday/NVC: Tool calendars?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sat, 17 Feb 2007 09:17:10 -0800
  John Rodgers typed: > Oh lordy! > > Never mind the scantily clad feminine forms, but women HOLDING tools --- > I am absolutely apoplectic!! > > When WILL the degradation...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 9 Nov 2012 18:50:38 -0800
  They only sell tools to Ace. They do own Orchard Supply Hardware since 1996 though sold a bit over 19% to another company later...
• Tools @ Sears - Canuck members
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Tue, 29 May 2001 09:17:15 -0600
  I was at Sears picking up some tools last night (to work on my starter, surprise, surprise) and Sears has a sale on. 30...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Kim G
  Fri, 25 May 2001 08:27:32 -0500
  I have had good luck with Ace Hardware pro tools. Lifetime warranty, just bring them into the store and they give you a replacement...
• Re: tool question
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Williamson
  Wed, 25 Jun 1997 10:34:01 -0500 (CDT)
  ...Laying under a car is not as bad a chore when you have good tools to use! As a side note, Craftsman tools were...