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• Re: Bolt breakage on thermostat... what to do?? (WAS: Re: changing thermostat on 1.9l)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 7 Nov 2005 11:09:55 -0500
  ...think it can be fixed.The keys are heat and strong vice grips. I had studs remaining from the broken bolts. I used mapp...
• Re: 11mm brake line wrench
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 01:40:45 -0400
  ...I have had sucess with carefully using vice grips but don't like it as it is very easy to mangle the nut. need...
• Re: Coolant cap tester
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 8 Apr 2012 16:53:27 -0400
  ...Clamped the gizmo to the cap with some vice grips and connected to air compressor, let air in via the adjuster untill it bled...
• Re: Pesky Oil Leak
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:17:13 -0400
  ...harder; Remove valve cover, rockers, push rod (of the offending tube) then rip out the push rod tube with vice grips, cutters. Replace with...
• Re: Tool for fan temp switch removal?
  Historical mailing list - levi hawkins
  Sat, 5 Aug 2006 17:52:51 -0700
  I used vice grips on mine.... Rob Campbell <mantid@GMAIL.COM> wrote: Hello all- Trying to swap in a new fan temp switch on...
• Re: Shocks again
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 3 Jan 2011 10:39:55 -0700
  If you're certain that you're not reusing the shocks, you could try clamping a pair of Vice-Grips to the shaft (lots...
• Re: Need help with belts
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 17:07:11 EST
  ...I think I'll put a giant hex key for that air conditioner bolt on my shopping list, too - I used vice grips this...
• Re: tool needed
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Sun, 6 May 2007 15:07:54 -0700
  ...this end, threaded a small bolt with washer in that, put vice grips on head end of spike, and slid some kind of weight...
• Re: CV bolt rounded -- what to do?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 31 Dec 2023 19:15:40 -0600
  ...be challenging, even with joint out > of the way, to get a good hold on it with vice-grips? > > Thanks for any help. > > Rc >
• Re: CV bolt rounded -- what to do?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sun, 31 Dec 2023 18:14:38 -0800
  ...be challenging, even with joint out of the way, to get a good hold on it with vice-grips? > > Thanks for any help. > > Rc
• stuck shock bolts
  Historical mailing list - Ed Carroll
  Sun, 20 Oct 2002 20:51:03 -0400
  ...The upper mounting nut on the first shock was a frustration, but with days of penetrating oil, judicious mangling by Vice-Grips and finally...
• Re: Where do I get a hose clamp removal tool?
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 2 Apr 2005 13:26:24 -0800
  ...Aaarrgh! I've had it with vice grips! Does anyone know if there is a tool that exists specifically designed to be used with...
• Re: Tool Suggestion? Re: Rear Trailing Arm Replacement Fun!
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 20 Jan 2015 13:25:42 -0800
  ...bolt hence the hacksaw and attempt made with hacksaw blade in vice grips. yes. I tried that. ;) This could all be due to a...
• Re: 11mm brake line wrench
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 12:13:21 -0700
  ...NET> wrote: > That's a great idea. > I usually put the vice grips on the flare nut b/c as others have mentioned, > line...
• Re: Flywheel Bolts-Screw impact tool.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 2 May 2013 16:41:19 -0400
  ...especially strong. > If you are fighting one off, try using a vice grips on the outside (very tight) and then giving the arm a...
• Re: Removing flywheel
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 22 Jul 2001 20:07:08 -0500
  ...not use an extension bar, hold it with channel locks or vice grips). This should break it loose and you can turn it with...
• Re: 85 1.9 Thermostat Housing Leak
  Historical mailing list - Oxroad
  Tue, 1 May 2012 01:19:23 -0700
  ...there was enough stub remaining to get the rest out with > vice grips. All threads cleaned up easily with a tap. All contact surfaces...
• Re: oil leak above the oil filter.
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Thu, 30 Jun 2005 09:32:30 -0400
  ...You need to remove the coolant lines to get the oil cooler off, I used needle nose vice grips with hose on the metal...
• Re: Oil pump day..
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sat, 30 Apr 2016 21:48:20 -0700
  ...Enough to get some vice grips on. > I've deep creeped it to death. Before I go about extraction, is there an > easier way...
• Re: Lower Ball Joint Adaptor Questions (PICS)
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Wed, 28 Jan 2009 23:11:44 -0500
  ...And yah vice grips are handy for sure. For sh**ts and giggles, I put an old crap socket on one side, a short...
• Re: 11mm brake line wrench
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 08:19:33 -0700
  ...I have had sucess with carefully using vice grips but don't like it as it is very easy to mangle the nut. need...
• 85 Westy 10% valve stuck - which way to open?
  Historical mailing list - Todd Guttman
  Thu, 7 Oct 1999 20:40:26 -0400
  ...I've dutifully applied nearly a can of liquid wrench and I'm ready to attack the screw with my vice grips and either...
• Re: I'm lazy
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 2 May 2006 06:54:35 -0400
  ...Just loosen the clamp, using vice grips, hold front rod while turning rear unit you hear a faint click, tighten clamp and you should...
• Re: Oil Filter Tube Mount Removal?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 10 May 2010 12:02:09 -0700
  ...of course you can just cream a vice grips onto it extra hard and undo it that way, though obviously that will ruin the...
• Junkyard Wars
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:20:07 +0000
  ...in place (is there any way to get those off besides vice grips?) In total, I got the brown dash, a brown rear view...
• Re: 80 Vanagon not starting after extended driving
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 12 Aug 1998 14:46:45 EDT
  ...a large (19 -24mm) open-end box wrench, or similar device (vice grips, an oak hatchet handle, a frozen Kielbasa, etc.) If the Van...
• Re: Adjusting the Emergency Break
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 20 Mar 1999 14:15:49 -0700
  ...Every time I try and tighten it, >> the pole the nut is connected also rotates. >> >> Any suggestions? > >Vice grips on the rod, wrench on...
• Re: 1985 Vanagon - fuse panel grounds +
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 17 Nov 2007 14:36:26 -0800
  ...Plus you could use vice grips on that bit to provide more torque. Make sure you use the correct size phillips. On 11/17...
• Re: 11mm brake line wrench
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Wed, 10 Jul 2013 10:23:56 -0400
  ...If it still just wants to round off, now you must resort to vice grips, as it's just not going to come off...
• Re: How to tighten vent wing
  Historical mailing list - Dean S
  Fri, 8 Aug 2014 11:40:47 -0400
  ...wrote: > I believe its possible with a pair of needle nose vice grips. This was a > piece of cake on the Bay window buses...
• Re: Flywheel Bolts
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Thu, 2 May 2013 10:04:59 -0400
  ...If you are fighting one off, try using a vice grips on the outside (very tight) and then giving the arm a good smack...
• Re: Syncro starter removal
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:00:21 -0800
  ...Four hands and > a table knife and a pair of vice grips finally did it. > > Richard
• Re: Steering column shear bolt removal
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:48:19 -0800
  ...missing and I couldn't get a grip on them with vice grips or channel locks. I don't have a grinder or cut...
• Re: Waterpump and exhaust and rust - Oh my!
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:29:10 -0800
  ...My vice grips are of the "cheap" kind and don't seem to hold the studs well enough to turn them. So hopefully if...
• Re: How to tighten vent wing
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 8 Aug 2014 14:25:45 -0500
  ...mcneely ---- J Stewart <fonman4277@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > I believe its possible with a pair of needle nose vice grips. This was a piece of...
• Re: front shock removal-tip
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 28 Feb 2001 12:04:13 -0700
  Vice grips. You can clamp them on the top portion and then you don't have to hold on to them, as they will...
• Re: Removing Windshield Washer Nozzles
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Wed, 23 Oct 2002 06:59:39 -0700
  ...Removing Windshield Washer Nozzles > > > Using small vice grips, you can twist them 90 degrees, then wiggle and > pull them > > out. Be careful not to...
• Re: pinch the fuel line?
  Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
  Fri, 25 Jul 2008 06:57:42 -0700
  ...I use needle nose vice grips. One of the handiest tools I have. Ken Lewis http://neksiwel.20m.com/ ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Young...
• Re: Wanted: AFM
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 29 Nov 2000 07:50:58 -0700
  ...could move > the > > > tracks because the screwed were "locked".. > > > Bradley Flubacher > > > So unlock 'em. ;-) Needle nosed Vice-Grips� would prolly work well. > > Dave C.
• Re: Stock "squeeze" hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 3 Jan 2011 12:57:59 -0600
  ...ve had enough of trying to remove/install those clamps with vice grips, > etc. > > I thought I had seen a post about this quite...
• GEL Tools ?
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 12 Jan 1997 13:14:27 +0000
  ...I carry a Craftsman breaker bar & socket (paid > regular price) for the lug nuts, and real vice grips. At the 'day after Lately, each...
• Re: help needed quick! Bleeding Clutch...
  Historical mailing list - Wesley Alden Pegden
  Thu, 27 Nov 2003 17:41:05 -0600
  ...you could file it to a 6mm wrench size? > > My 10" vice grips will hold a very small item... or you could pick up...
• Re: backfiring?
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Sun, 29 Apr 2007 04:43:03 -0400
  ...Crimp all your radiator hoses with vice grips or whatever and put a pan down to catch the runoff. Take the bolts out using...
• Re: [WetWesties] 2nd try - stuck back seat so cannot lift & convert to bed
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 7 Aug 2012 15:27:53 -0400
  ...Alternatively, you might be able to reach under the seat from behind to pull back the latch (vice grips?). A second pair of hands...
• Re: Re-use Used Steering Coupling Disks? (PICS)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 16 Nov 2008 16:00:56 -0800
  How do Vice grips save the lock nut? :) On Sun, Nov 16, 2008 at 3:05 PM, Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote...
• Re: lost brake line...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Mon, 24 Dec 2007 18:56:05 -0800
  ...I asked what are you talking about ? - it was a reference to the rust you guys have ! Vice grips and a torch ! ( VERY carefully...
• '56 kombi transmission: the finale!
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Sat, 14 Jan 1995 22:31:34 -0800 (PST)
  ...We fixed problem A by persuading the side cover plate back to a reasonable shape with a pair of vice grips, a 3" extension...
• Re: oil leak above the oil filter.
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Thu, 30 Jun 2005 08:09:50 -0700
  ...You need to remove the coolant lines to get the oil > cooler off, I used needle nose vice grips with hose on the metal...
• Exhaust stud & bolts removal problems
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Tue, 2 May 2006 08:36:05 -0300
  ...I tried the heat again on the stubs left from the bolts...no luck with Vice Grips...I twisted of a bit more of...
• Re: Tool Pontifications
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 08 Jan 1997 18:02:18 -0400
  ...I carry a Craftsman breaker bar & socket (paid regular price) for the lug nuts, and real vice grips. At the 'day after Thanksgiving 8...
• Re: Where do I get a hose clamp removal tool?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sat, 2 Apr 2005 14:26:56 -0700
  On 4/2/05 14:04, "David Marshall" <mailinglist@FASTFORWARD.CA> wrote: > Aaarrgh! I've had it with vice grips! Does anyone know if...
• Re: Front Wiper Spray Nozzle Replacement Procedure
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sat, 22 Aug 2009 17:43:00 -0600
  ...Grabbing them with the mini vice grips is the right idea. Put some duct tape on your paint before you pull on them in...
• Re: FW: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area with disabled wife - please h elp!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 05:16:24 -0400
  At 09:56 PM 6/23/2002, Carrington, Tom wrote: > > I have Bently, Haynes and wrenches and socket set, vice grips etc with > > me...
• Re: Steering Column bolts again
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sat, 26 Feb 2000 22:34:59 EST
  ...If you look in the >Bentley manual, you'll see that the bolts there have the knurled heads that >can be grasped by vice...
• Re: how can you tell 4-speed vs. 5-speed apart outside of the van
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 24 Oct 2006 00:54:15 -0700
  ...I remember turning the > input > shaft on the tranny (with the engine unbolted) and shifting the tranny > with > a pair of vice-grips on...
• Re: Horn problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Mon, 13 Jul 2015 10:08:42 -0400
  ...Also make sure your keys aren't sticking into the crack below > the steering wheel. > > Pull the wheel and turn the wheels with vice...
• coolant leak fixed
  Historical mailing list - David E Most
  Wed, 4 Sep 1996 12:58:54 -0400
  ...I used vice grips on the two hoses going to the tank, and then a baster to remove the coolant so it wouldn't...
• Re: Re-use Used Steering Coupling Disks? (PICS)
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 16 Nov 2008 20:38:43 -0800
  ...Used the vice grips last time the column was down. >> >> Thanks! >> >> Neil >> >> On Sun, Nov 16, 2008 at 4:36 PM, Jim Felder <jim...
• SUMMARY: front calipers & rusted bleeder valves
  Historical mailing list - Darie Duclos
  Mon, 15 Apr 1996 11:46:20 +0200 (MET DST)
  ...managed to get one of them off using Pepsi (this was recommended by a local garage), a wire brush and vice-grips, but the...
• Fwd: Re: ? Oil Drain Plug removal
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mancuso
  Fri, 28 Feb 97 10:31:58 -0500
  ...the 12 mm socket to get the bolt out? Or even vice grips if you have to? --Dave ===================================== Dave Mancuso Mancuso@etown.k12.pa...