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• Tool(s) for adjusting valve clearances on 82 diesel engine - vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delasalle
  Mon, 12 Jun 2000 22:46:05 -0500
  Anyone got any suggestions as to where to get necessary tools, at a reasonable price i.e. not snap-on!, for adjusting valve clearance...
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 12 Jun 2006 18:20:35 -0700
  Some comments on tools. Someone mentioned the typical problem of a nut and bolt the same size on both sides. You need two of...
• Re: tool kit for vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 13 Sep 2004 14:07:18 -0400
  Tools? I don't need to stinkin' tools! However, seriously, I like to have a set of metric box end wrenches and a few...
• Tools and parts for Baja trip plus
  Historical mailing list - Nomadix
  Thu, 14 Aug 2014 19:29:49 -0700
  ...But don't know all the tools I need????? curious to input on other adventures and what u suggest. I believe this is good...
• Re: Spare Parts List - Input
  Historical mailing list - Rich Blake
  Wed, 28 Aug 2002 21:02:11 -0700
  This is almost EXACTLY what I have in my van + a small assortment of tools and a first aid kit (cause you know you...
• Re: Tool Pontifications
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 08 Jan 1997 18:02:18 -0400
  ...the Snap-Ons pay for themselves >> repeatedly in the garage. > >I use the same arrangement of "cheap" & "good" tools in the car & garage. > I...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Buese
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 12:48:35 -0600
  ...This >> Harbor >> Freight set >> >> http://www.harborfreight.com/hand-tools/sockets-accessories/21-piece-metric- >> 3-4-quarter-inch-heavy-duty-socket-set-5494...
• Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 08:52:09 -0700
  --snip-- This is one set of tools that I would NOT buy at Harbor Freight. --snip-- That's probably exactly what I _would_ do...
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 14:09:19 -0700
  ...I assumed they were not the same as the Craftsman tools from that giant department store chain that is not yet resting comfortably in...
• Re: Air tools....
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 20 May 2016 22:12:59 +0000
  ...What other air tools should be in my tool chest? tim in san jose -- Where ever you are, there you be. Unless you're...
• Looking for Transmission tools
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Fri, 25 Apr 2003 09:50:52 -0400
  ...It doesnt look too bad...IF you have 1 or 2 essential tools. Reading Toms article confirms this too. Where can I get the...
• Re: Air tools for my Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Thu, 29 Dec 2016 18:08:39 -0500
  ...for years I've just run a straight line to my air tools-the >> connections usually just match up from tools to the hoses...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Fri, 9 Nov 2012 18:54:11 -0800
  ...Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware � Inevitably they will either join Montgomery Ward and Gimbels as a relic from retail history, or sell their trademarks to...
• "free" Canadian Tire loaner tools...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 22 Dec 2006 11:53:54 -0800
  For those of you in Canada, do you know that Crappy Tire offers free "loaner" tools at most of their stores? AutoZone and other...
• Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Baird
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 12:31:17 -0500
  Morning Listmembers, My questions is this....Exactly what size sockets, wrenches, and what tools do you carry/use on your Vanagons? I searched the...
• Re: China-made tool question/ Harbor Frt.
  Historical mailing list - Greg ZUKOWSKI
  Mon, 04 Mar 96 13:23:36 CST
  ...I wish to avoid tools made in China when buying sight unseen via the mail. Why do you want to avoid tools made in...
• Re: Engine compartment lid
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Wed, 14 Sep 2016 09:18:41 -0700
  ...http://www.autozone.com/sandpaper-and-body-repair-tools/heat-shield-material/thermo-tec-36-x-60-in-super-sonic-mat-for-sound-dampening...
• Re: tools question;
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Sun, 22 Nov 1998 20:11:17 -0800
  ...Anyway, from you list of tools, the only addition I would put in there is a good set of vise-grip.. 7" or 9...
• 2.1l auto trans rebuild
  Historical mailing list - Greg Stelz
  Mon, 28 Jan 2002 16:56:14 -0800
  ...I feel confident I can tackle this with the right tools and information. Are there any comprehensive publications available for rebuilding a 2.1...
• Problem Solved was Need Help Creating .pdf of Westy Manuals
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 09:30:47 -0700
  RE: .pdf Tools Wow, what a bunch of responses and good suggestions and offers of help. With the info from several people I found...
• Re: tool find
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 30 Sep 2013 12:14:34 -0500
  ...I think almost all Craftsman, Durlast and many other tools we consider middle-upper tier tools have been made there for a while. Also...
• Battery compartment
  Historical mailing list - Gordon Mah
  Thu, 8 Sep 2016 13:22:37 -0700
  ...2) what tools or technique is used to access the spare tire under the front end should I get a flat? I never got...
• Re: Rear axle nut. Uuugh!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 4 Nov 94 9:24:40 PST
  ...Be forwarned that Sears power tools no longer have this nice warrantee. I think they all have the standard 90 days/no abuse warrantee...
• Re: throttle valve cable spring installation
  Historical mailing list - Bill N
  Wed, 23 Oct 2002 22:35:17 -0700
  ...Bill ----- Original Message ----- From: "Stan Wilder" <wilden1@JUNO.COM> > ------------------------------------------- > I've had Snap On Tools for years because they always have the special > stuff...
• Vanagon-Waterboxer specific tools for sale
  Historical mailing list - Tim High
  Thu, 23 Feb 2006 23:21:54 -0800
  I have three specialty tools for sale, #'s 3090 Connecting Rod Support, 3091 Piston Pin Mandrel, and 3159 Piston Pin Reamer. They are a...
• Re: coolant hose replacement, now coolant distributor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:49:13 -0400
  ...http://content.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00947390000P?vName=Automoti ve&cName=Tools+%26+Equipment&sName=Automotive+Specialty+Tools&filter=Bra nd...
• Re: Harbor Freight 3/4" drive breaker bar?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:00:38 -0700
  Yes, I suppose my comments to buy US made tools is like trying to close the barn door once the horse has gone. Aren...
• Re: [WetWesties] FS Precision tools - Rebuild that engine
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 12 Jun 2002 23:17:52 -0500
  ...Those are all GOOD tools. (Trust me on this. > Precision measurement was my trade for 20 years.) And they're > cheaper > than the PRC...
• Re: tool needed
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Tue, 8 May 2007 22:47:55 -0400
  ...Otherwise, the tools were of highest >>quality. I >>recommend everyone go to >>http://autozone.com/in_our_stores/loan_a_tool/loan_a_tool...
• Re: free toolbox with vw purchase
  Historical mailing list - Gary Bawden
  Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:59:00 -0700
  I get good German tools at Samstag Sales, they have a website and also sell stuff on eBay, sometimes for a pretty good discount...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Thu, 24 May 2001 12:27:42 -0700
  Actually if you have a Home Depot, they have Husky tools, better than Sears craftsman and the same guarantee. JMHO Mike ----- Original Message ----- From...
• Re: Harbor Freight 3/4" drive breaker bar?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:50:11 -0700
  ...You won't find. >> > >> > To the best of my knowledge all common hand tools are world >> manufactured. > > Odd, I never got Jim's message...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - TieDye
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 19:28:20 -0400
  I found the most useful set of tools to me, is my set of metrinch sockets and wrenches... they fit american and metric sizes...
• Re: Crankshaft pully bolt
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Wed, 17 Dec 2003 10:26:10 -0500
  If the motor is out, use a flywheel lock such as http://www.justveedubs.com/tools.php?PHPSESSID=34784c325edf8871f6efba075fff2dfe&FormName=toolsearch&FormAction=search&s...
• Re: New guy introduction
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 1 May 2014 17:13:10 -0700
  ...I'm a long time HF tool user (along with Snap-on, Craftsman, and others)--do you use HF tools in your capacity as...
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 21:47:31 -0400
  About 2 years ago I went to the Sears "Appliance and Tools" place that was near me. I bought a 1/4" drive socket...
• Re: Ethical question on VW busses
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 30 Apr 95 12:35:03 PDT
  ...At the same time, >however, I do have tools which I keep in her which I consider to be only mine. >I need them...
• tools
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 25 Jun 1997 10:20:47 -0700
  ...Personally I don"t care for Craftsman tools, they tear the skin off my hands with their raised ridges. I usually wear cotton gloves...
• corbin or mobea spring clamp tools
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 12:08:10 -0700
  Snapon does have a good selection of spring clamp tools. Has anyone found one or two that they find works well with the vanagon...
• Re: Installing a 1000W converter
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 26 Jun 2006 13:19:31 -0700
  ...The tools will work, but not the same as from shore power.
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Thu, 24 May 2001 13:42:03 -0700
  ...COM> Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2001 1:21 PM Subject: Re: Tools.... > and they will honor the Snap-On warrany too.... > > > Matthew Pollard http...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:41:35 -0700
  ...I generally buy the best tool I can afford when I need it & I don't fear HF tools. Rob becida@comcast.net At...
• Re: Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list - Matt Bushore
  Mon, 6 Feb 1995 09:38:44 -0600
  ...Bi-erectional? I wonder if Snap On tools makes something like this as well? And to add anything worthwhile, the worlds most bestest torque...
• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 27 Aug 2006 08:01:10 -0500
  ...made tools, on the average IMHO, HF gives you about 2/3 the quality at about 1/3 the price. Maybe it seems unpatriotic...
• Re: building tool kit-vendor recomendations?
  Historical mailing list - Felder
  Mon, 1 Dec 2003 11:36:51 -0800
  I have all kinds of metric tools, but my "short set" for Vanagon use is (not in any particular order of importance unless otherwise...
• Re: (OT) harbor freight tools
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 27 Aug 2006 13:21:10 -0500
  ...Their real bargain is in their air tools for the casual user (a fraction of the price of sears or home depot) BUT check...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 09:47:10 -0600
  ...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: Click type torque wrench
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 9 May 1995 13:23:25 +0600
  ...They make beautiful tools (IMHO) - do they have a distribution network in the USA? To anybody more knowledgeable, are they kind of like the...
• tools for cutting off fused rusted exhaust bolts????
  Historical mailing list - Ed DeBolt
  Fri, 8 Dec 2000 18:24:42 -0800
  ...anyone have any good tips for tools and techniques??? TIA ed [text/html]
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Ellis
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 08:10:00 -0800
  Master Vanagon fan, Kevin McLean, asked "What tools do you carry?" 1950-1971: Every tool and spare part that I can imagine and the...
• Re: German Auto Tools Distributor?
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Sat, 26 Oct 2002 17:09:38 -0400
  ...Both of these tool companies charge top $$. <br> <br> I have literally hundreds of these tools that I won during an auction of a...
• Tools needed for picking up low milage westy
  Historical mailing list - Phil Walker
  Sun, 18 Jun 2000 21:29:26 -0600
  ...I'm just packing a backpack and a small assortment of tools for the ride back (500 miles). I've got my leatherman and...
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 09:12:32 -0600
  In the overall scheme of Westy / Vanagon storage the tools required can be carried in the compartment under the drivers seat with plenty of...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 11:25:25 -0600
  I agree with you - Sears will replace Craftsman tools & I have had worn out ratchets & split sockets replaced by Sears. I also own some...
• Re: Vanagon use question
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 7 Oct 2005 18:08:54 -0700
  ...Usual assortment of air tools, power tools, hand tools and assorted paraphernalia inside. Also one slightly fat 185 lb carpenter. Bridgestone Turanza T 195...
• Re: Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list
  6 Feb 95 13:20
  Hi James, Well over the past 6 or so years I've built up an unbelieveable set up tools for my car repairs, and...
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 13 Jun 2006 19:55:39 -0400
  VW gives you 90 percent of the tools needed for working on a Vanagon. a 10mm, a 13mm werench, a regular screw driver and...
• Re: Need a shower? Got tools?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 9 Apr 2015 16:42:17 -0700
  ...Need a shower? Got tools? Is it at correct slow VANAGON speed ;-) On Apr 9, 2015 6:17 PM, "Stuart MacMillan" <stuartmacm@gmail.com...
• FFFriday Follies ... another one. :)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 14 Aug 1998 09:35:58 CDT
  ...As you go through the years, you will learn from your tears All the tools you will need on the road, And you increase...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 14:35:26 -0500
  ...Without shelter in a dirt parking > > > lot, there is a very good chance that you will be > > > loosing tools, and fumbling around in a...