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• 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: Craftsman Tool Sale at Sears!
  Historical mailing list - joe winter
  Thu, 25 Nov 1999 17:35:05 PST
  I checked our handy dandy circular and found that it listed select tools on sale from 8-11. Omaha Nebraska area. Joe 87 GL...
• transmission tool
  Historical mailing list - Jonc
  Wed, 20 Sep 2000 06:42:49 -0400
  the tool guy in Fort Myers Fl who is a crack VW mechanic sells a 3/8 inch drive 17mm allen head socket that...
• Vanagon Tool Box
  Historical mailing list - Frank
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 23:07:13 -0500
  Guys, I'm a new Vanagon owner('87 GL)and I'm putting together a toolbox to keep under the rear seat, so I...
• captive nut tools
  Historical mailing list - mike riley
  Sun, 14 Oct 2018 13:54:39 +0000
  hi, please send links to reasonably priced tools for rivet-nuts! thanks mr
• Fryeday: Great Tool Deals
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 09:30:38 -0400
  http://hooniverse.com/2012/09/24/truth-in-advertising-hazard-fraught-tools/
• Re: specialty tools
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Sun, 16 May 2004 04:15:29 +0000
  ...specialty tools >Date: Sat, 15 May 2004 21:24:22 -0500 > >http://stores.ebay.com/ZDMAK-QUALITY-TOOLS > >http://www.samstagsales.com/ > >These should...
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Mon, 12 Jun 2006 10:45:38 -0700
  On 6/12/06, David Bohannan <fjazzbass@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > Specialty tools I buy when I need and accumulate for every project. I > usually...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box-Friday
  Historical mailing list - Wognacious
  Fri, 30 Jan 2004 07:29:44 -0800
  ...Guys, I'm a new Vanagon owner('87 GL)and I'm putting together a toolbox to keep under the rear seat, so I...
• Re: Tools & Xenophobia
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 31 Jul 95 20:47:36 EDT
  > > > On Mon, 31 Jul 1995, thom fitzpatrick wrote: > > > Is it me, or are all taiwanese/chinese/etc tools CRAP! Well as my Dad always...
• Re: 12 Point CV Tool Size?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Thu, 29 Nov 2007 22:20:38 -0500
  ...Allan Scott Daniel - Shazam <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM> writes: > That's not a tool you buy by size normally, You buy it by > application, '12...
• Re: vanagon tools
  Historical mailing list - Gary McEachern
  Sat, 26 Feb 2000 20:35:57 EST
  Darrel Some auto parts stores will loan this type of tool out to their customers. The Auto Zone stores in my area do this...
• "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...
• Re: Tool roll
  Historical mailing list - Mark L. Hineline
  Sat, 13 Nov 2010 12:31:27 -0800
  ...Then I remembered that I > pretty much dump out my entire toolbox on the floor of my van every > time, cause the tool I...
• 46mm socket for wheel bearing
  Historical mailing list - Michael Edwards
  Wed, 9 Mar 2005 07:35:32 -0500
  http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/TOOL/POR_TOOL_CAT051_pg2.htm
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:00:47 -0700
  ...Big tools for your big nuts; now Vanagon Tools Rant > better buy one of those american made computers too. > > :) > > > judge the tool by how...
• Re: Rotator Rachet Tool for the Vanagon Mechanic in your life
  Historical mailing list - Jim Lieb
  Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:24:09 -0400
  Did you read the one review that was posted? The tool broke the first time the guy used it. Unbelievable for a Craftsman tool...
• Re: NVC - VAG tool recommendations
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:22:22 -0400
  ...NVC - VAG tool recommendations Hi Folks, I'm looking for recommendations on an OBDII VAG tool for my GTI ~ any input would be appreciated...
• Re: [Syncro] CV bolts, tools needed
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 25 May 2001 17:20:16 EDT
  ...There is actually a name for that 12-point tool. It is called an "XZN" tool. Most use CV's an 8 mm XZN...
• Re: WTB VW adjusting ring tool
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 7 Nov 2010 16:12:09 -0800
  'adjusting ring tool' what kind of tool would that be ? can't think of a thing. what kind of 'ring' .. something round like a...
• Re: hole saws/floor cutting
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 22 Jan 2005 20:47:48 -0800
  ...Jim On Saturday, January 22, 2005, at 05:13 PM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > http://g.msn.com/9SE/1?http://www.toolfetch.com/tools...
• Re: Moulding Tool: where do I get it.
  Historical mailing list - il cikaspers
  Mon, 3 Jun 2002 22:35:14 -0700
  i think west coast metric has a bunch of tools that may contain one of these. i don't know if it's www...
• Re: Good source to identify VW tools?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 2 Jan 2005 16:32:19 -0700
  ...Good source to identify VW tools? > Hey folks, > > I have a number of VW tools, with the original numbers on them, that I > have...
• Re: how does this work?
  Historical mailing list - Jonathan Farrugia
  Wed, 15 Nov 2006 18:09:56 -0500
  unfortunately mister roger the stroke of that tool is too short to be effective as you have discovered. my suggestion is buy the right...
• re. What is the ultimate ratchet?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 27 Dec 2000 13:49:39 -0700
  ...One advantage of department store Lifetime warranty tools is that it is very easy to exchange them when they break. The "Tool Truck" stuff...
• 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...
• Special Tools for the Home Mechanic
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 6 Feb 2014 23:25:47 -0600
  Just scored me a couple of special tools for some front end work. 1) OTC Pitman Arm/Tie Rod End Puller - Jim Felder loaned...
• Re: brake flaring tool
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Thu, 4 Nov 2004 08:09:04 -0500
  Simply a flairing tool. There are 3 common types. Standard flare Double flare Bubble flare Most VW's, since the mid 80's, have...
• Raido removal
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Mar 2019 16:35:41 +0000
  ...the removal tool.  Does anyone have an interesting idea on how to get around thi?   Is it removable with some common tools or objects...
• Re: [Fwd: Re: Wishbone Aligner tool]
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 17 Nov 2000 20:57:17 EST
  Does this wishbone alignment tool have anything to do with Thanksgiving? BenT
• Shock Shaft Socket
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sun, 2 Oct 2005 18:18:28 -0500
  http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/tools.asp?tool=all&Group_ID=1632&store=snapon-store
• Re: 12 point bit tool spec needed for CV/axle removal
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 7 Mar 2006 18:35:51 -0800
  RE: CV Tool Bus Depot carries them...
• 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: AW: German Auto Tools Distributor?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sat, 26 Oct 2002 21:38:49 -0500
  There is a fellow in Tennessee that sells Stahlwille tools, I found him on Ebay searching for ball joint pullers. He runs items regularly...
• Re: Transmision tools
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Young
  Fri, 16 May 2003 22:46:19 -0700
  ...Try Baum Tools. I've bought so many "special" tools from those guys that I've probably put his son through college. http://www...
• Re: Digifant Tool
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 21:32:26 -0600
  ...Digifant Tool > > >>The information was here at one time...site seems to be down. >> >> >>Digifant Tool. Engine Analysis. The Digifant tool has 6 LEDs...
• Re: Cool Tool
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Mon, 14 Feb 2000 06:18:19 EST
  ...Sort of like a Dremel Tool for cleaning. Does anyone know where I can get one at a reasonable price? >> Bill, I don't...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 11:40:44 -0700
  ...What tools do you keep in your vannies? What are the essential tools to have for basic maintenance and emergency repair (I already have...
• any MD's in the house? help with windshield removal tool...
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Wed, 28 Mar 2007 19:15:46 -0700
  A friend loaned me this tool which is great for removing windshield/window glass. He found it at Pick N Pull in the trunk...
• Re: Loosening Axle (rear)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:05:08 -0600
  ...BTDT w/ a splittie! Now that is a different tool, but well worth having the OG VW shop tool which weighs a ton, but...
• Re: Digifant Tool
  Historical mailing list - Dana E Hager
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 22:07:14 -0800
  ...Digifant Tool. Engine Analysis. The Digifant tool has 6 LEDs that help in the diagnosis of Digifant ECU and its sensors / controls. LEDs are...
• 3 groove pulley and oil seal
  Historical mailing list - David Bayer
  Wed, 15 Apr 1998 00:06:09 -0700
  Hello- Is there anyone in the SF Bay Area who might happen to have a tool for holding the three groove pulley while attempting...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Darilek
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 09:34:17 -0500
  only all the tools I own..
• Re: Where to find a metric brake line flaring tool ?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 4 Mar 2008 08:50:08 -0500
  Just don't confuse a metric flaring tool, (either 45 or 37 degree), with waht you really need, a "Bubble" flare. I have the...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 10:16:16 -0700
  ...Courtney > I buy tools from Harbor Freight (the store, not the catalog) and > usually find nothing wrong with them, my breaker bars for the...
• Re: Electrical Crimp Connectors - where to find ratcheting tool?
  Historical mailing list - George Wietor
  Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:15:08 -0700
  ...West Marine has a similar tool. Harbor Freight has an R-B-Y for $15 Any guidance for locating a quality tool here in...
• clutch pilot tool
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Wed, 2 Apr 2003 08:44:57 -0700
  quick question - can you use a Type I/II (bug/bus) clutch pilot tool to align the clutch on the Vanagon? I need to...
• Tools for engine overhaul on 85 waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Don
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 11:05:45 -0700
  ...I need the specialized tools that are required to remove/replace pistons and sleeves and any other specialized tools (removing circlips and piston pins...
• Re: Is there such a tool?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Snook
  Thu, 22 Nov 2007 18:39:42 -0800
  ...Is there such a tool? I just noticed, my first posting has a typo in the headline. I meant "tool" not "too". Sorry. But...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 17:27:33 -0700
  ...Toolkit > Am I the only one that carries my 100# tool box in the vanagon strictly for > peace of mind? Also, Fast Orange hand...
• tools
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 25 Jun 1997 10:20:47 -0700
  ...Now I realize that most readers will never need a tool as "professional" as this one, but there are those of you out there...
• 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...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Thu, 24 May 2001 13:42:03 -0700
  ...He's broken one snap on tool [after grinding it down] and seen maybe two others broken in that time. YMMV Mike ----- Original Message...
• Re: Tool for Subie/VW engine replacement
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Thu, 31 May 2012 00:50:26 +0000
  ...viewing this week's Harbor Freight tools ad, I came across what > looks like the perfect tool for lifting our motors in and out...
• Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Hans Brouwer
  Mon, 22 Nov 1999 20:48:26 -0800
  Hi, When we go on a trip with the Westfalia, I grab a bunch of tools put it all in an old sock and...
• Re: DIESEL valve adj./head rebuild info?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Tue, 23 Dec 2003 21:53:31 -0800
  > Any advice on depressors, pliers, and discs? I'm familiar with what > vwdiesel.com has, but not other sources or do-it-yourself tools...
• What tools, books, other do you suggest?
  Historical mailing list - Thad Hunkins
  Sat, 08 Feb 1997 07:58:08 -0800
  Hi all, With the new Van, I'm interested in buying any books or tools needed to maintain it. Any suggestions on WHAT books...
• Re; R & I window mouldings
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Wed, 3 May 2000 08:04:55 -0500
  ...The instllation requires a window moulding tool that is available through Snap-on, or any other tool distributor. Load the moulding groove up with...
• window moulding tool
  Historical mailing list - Smola, Tony
  Mon, 9 Apr 2001 21:14:29 -0500
  I just found the tool that will help all of us who would like to install new chrome mouldings on our Vanagons. It is...
• clear lake Iowa near the gateway to the midwest mason city
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 08:42:51 -0800
  ...http://tools.search.yahoo.com/toolbar/features/mail/