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• Re: Water Pump Removal
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Thu, 4 Sep 2003 18:55:04 -0700
  IIRC, a swivel socket is helpful. Or, perhaps, I used a 1/4" drive. I remember that one of them was real tight to...
• Re: LED to tell when fan is on.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:32:07 -0800
  ...What is the large 2 digit number stamped on the end of the fan relay in relay socket 5? The relay does not have...
• Re: Maybe this is the cause of poor shifting in my air-cooled Westy?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 2 Oct 2014 06:17:19 -0400
  ...Ham-fisted car "mechanic" broke the front shifter plastic base ball socket thingy. I cleaned his grease from my Westy and replaced the ball...
• Re: re-doing unsafe 120 volt wiring, add GFCI?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 11 Jul 2012 13:49:39 -0400
  ...If you look at a standard three-prong socket, think of it as a little man's face, with the U-ground opening his...
• 2.1 L Oil cooler seal and pushrod tube replacement
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 11 Feb 2015 21:04:25 -0600
  ...Would you believe - the socket would not fit. Size was right - 27 mm - but the depth was not. The race was on to get...
• Re: Starter removal
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 10:23:30 -0400
  ...I have the > attachment > > > for my socket set that fits the hex opening. However, > there appears to > be > > > no reasonable way to get at...
• Re: CV bolt rounded -- what to do?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 31 Dec 2023 18:08:55 -0800
  ...But I managed to round off one of the twelve 6mm Allen socket-head bolts so that I cannot break the last bolt free...
• Traveling Tool Kit?
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sat, 4 Jul 2015 11:59:49 -0700
  ...Me: * A set of old plug wires from the last tune-up. (If they were OK at the time) * A metric set of sockets...
• Re: Dumb Question - Remote Start Switch
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 22 Jun 2014 22:00:40 -0500
  ...I pulled the relay out of the socket, stuck in two flattened wires - one in the 30 and one in the 87, connected the...
• Re: Urgent help: fried head light switch and connector
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Fri, 5 Oct 2012 21:15:25 -0400
  ...This morning I looked and the back of the switch was > > melted where the 2 large prongs are and the corresponding sockets on the...
• Re: 1986 syncro westy stuck transmission drain plug
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 2 May 2012 07:58:14 -0700
  ...I am waiting for the special 17mm Allen socket from van-cafe. I used the bolt and nut option but broke bolts 5 times...
• Breaker bar trick
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 15 Oct 1995 00:11:57 -0500
  ...knife to cut an "X" in it, and it holds my socket wrench great, no fumble fingers. Hope this helps out somebody when stranded...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 30 Jun 1996 15:18:54 -0500
  ...A small breaker bar 18" is what I used with the 30mm socket. I used a wooden block and a hammer to remove the...
• Re: My wheel nuts are frozen!!!
  Historical mailing list - Ron Fish
  Fri, 28 Feb 1997 13:34:52 -0800
  A socket fitted over the wheel nut and then rapped smartly worked on mine. I was told this frees the nut from the wheel...
• Re: bad bolt head on front syncro cv
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
  Thu, 25 Feb 1999 10:57:10 +0100
  ...If it was a 6mm allen head, you may try to hammer in an 8mm multipoint socket and then put the ratchet on it...
• Re: Tail Lights
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 15:00:01 -0400
  ...I have run a 50-watt halogen in the brake light socket for almost two years >with no problems. Also have jumped the taillight...
• Floppy drive for Sony digital camera wanted
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Thu, 17 Jul 2003 09:18:40 +1200
  ...I have a Sony video camera which takes NP-dseries batteries; these have only the 2 terminal sockets in one end. The Mavica takes...
• NVC--did I kill my inverter?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 22 Mar 2007 17:07:09 -0500
  ...I had the inverter charging camera batteries out of the rear socket. The inverter was sitting on the carpet in front of the rear...
• Re: Inverter/Aux Battery question
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Mon, 1 Aug 2011 09:12:55 -0700
  ...The cord goes through the space between the cabinet and the outer wall and down to the second socket where the refrigerator is plugged...
• Re: Yet Another Head Pullin' Question.
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 9 Feb 2014 21:53:26 -0500
  ...Jeff Stewart ----- Original Message ----- >> >>> You need a thin wall 17mm socket. Now please don't tell me you >>> loosened and removed all the nuts...
• Re: Lug nut stripped
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Sun, 2 Nov 2008 10:36:21 -0800
  ...They sell for about $40 complete with > sockets and extension. If I get a flat, the wheel is off and on in no > time...
• Re: Felder Industries dash foil workaround--one solution to fix iffy instrument lights
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 1 Nov 2015 20:54:39 -0500
  ...This socket is also used on the automatics to illuminate the shift console. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon...
• Re: minimal tools - was things you should have with you on a long trip
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 15 Mar 2009 10:34:54 -0700
  ...Like just carry 3/8" sockets and an adapter to 1/2" ratchet What is a "mechanics wire" ?� Magnet? Neil. -- Neil Nicholson '81 VanaJetta...
• Lessons learned replacing brake master cylinder
  Historical mailing list - John Graham
  Wed, 12 Jul 2006 21:44:31 -0400
  ...Well the moral is be real careful in putting the muscle to loosening those bleeder screws - use a socket not a wrench. John Graham...
• Re: Strong dual USB?
  Historical mailing list - Neil
  Fri, 25 Jun 2021 13:52:53 -0700
  Hi Eric. > I’m looking for a recommendation for a USB dual device to replace my > original 12 socket. ...... But, I want to get...
• Re: Coolant leak - it was bound to happen
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 1 Aug 2015 06:26:21 -0400
  ...GERRY.VANAGON.COM> wrote: > > I'll tackle it with my flex sockets this time around as I cannot seem to = > locate a "wobble" locally...
• FW: Weekend project started on Friday
  Historical mailing list - Dick Wong
  Sat, 6 Jun 2015 23:39:59 -0700
  ...to power this meter as well as my add-on multi-socket/USB power splitter. -Dick Wong- 78 Scirocco Original Owner 87 Vanagon Syncro...
• Re: A Good Cigar Lighter?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:37:43 -0700
  ...They make a copy of the West Marine socket for about 1/4 the cost. It also has an available twist lock matching male...
• Cleaning intake parts
  Historical mailing list - Ry
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 15:17:48 -0600
  ...a part that is about the size of a 14mm long socket It's hollow but D shaped inside, what is this? someday I...
• Re: Dash Power outlet..?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:13:38 -0700
  ...I ordered some of these sockets from Digikey and they are very nice. I also got some of the matching plugs which fit very...
• Re: Steering wheel removal-THANKS!
  Historical mailing list - Gregory S. Morrison
  Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:21:45 -0800
  ...You'll need about a > 22mm? socket, the longer the better. I use an 18 inch long, 1/2" drive breaker > bar, to enscrew...
• Re: 86 Vanagon CV boots replacement
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Fri, 22 Mar 1996 12:40:39 -0800 (PST)
  ...and 8mm allen wrench for the CV joint bolts, a > 32mm? socket for the axle nut, a breaker bar to help get that axle...
• Gratitude and success
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 02 Jun 1996 12:03:20 -0400
  ...Had to widen the hole in the cooling air duct a little to get the socket down in there, but mission accomplished. To those...
• european headlights
  Historical mailing list - james catterson
  Wed, 20 Aug 1997 09:04:18 -0700
  ...716.94.104 hella "vision plus" @ $44.95 each ( these use the same bulb and socket as stock, i think, thus eliminating the need...
• Re: Bentley really sucks
  Historical mailing list - Tom Carrington
  Mon, 3 May 1999 10:25:04 -0400
  ...How do I remove the axle with the two cv joints? > What socket is used, 8 mm allen??? > > The Westy is a 82 diesel...
• Re: Fog Light wire fire, help!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 12:21:05 EST
  ...writes: << Ken, if you ARE selling a different switch and/or socket you need to use a slightly different wiring diagram. >> Projectzwo supplies the...
• Re: Different Speedo - circuit board?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Norville
  Sat, 3 May 2003 23:45:06 -0400
  ...The two different socket orders are pictured, all you have to do is gently pull the wires out of the connector and reinsert them...
• FS: rear hatch screen, barbie ice cube trays, westy tables, grilles etc
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 17 Oct 2004 23:35:54 EDT
  ...bigger emblem) $75 with emblem lower grille $45 vanagon headrests and sockets (specify brown, grey, tan, or blue) install easily in any passenger van...
• Upgrade 89 Headlight to 100/80W
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Mon, 23 Aug 2004 22:11:42 -0700
  ...a)risk cracking the lense housing b)risk melting the lamp socket or the wiring to it. Here is the links to the Hella...
• Re: Electrical gremlins continued
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Mon, 19 Jun 2006 11:40:02 -0400
  ...You changed a corroded socket on the right, but the issue is on the left. Try cleaning up the contacts with the left bulb...
• Re: Upper Control Arm, hex key size
  Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
  Mon, 5 May 2008 08:50:58 -0700
  ...Not enough room for a socket bit, just get a > short l-handle. > > Dennis > > > > > From: Joel VanderKwaak <joelvanderkwaak@GMAIL.COM> > > Reply-To: Joel VanderKwaak...
• Re: Brake light switch replacement
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:36:08 -0500
  ...Seems like I used deep socket wrenches and > u-joint adapters to tighten. Bleeding wasn't necessary. > > Jim > > The fluid loss should be minimal...
• Re: Damn! Rounded over CV Joint Bolt!!!!
  Historical mailing list - David Menche
  Wed, 21 Jul 2004 00:51:13 -0700
  ...I've seen suggestions to use a 1/4" Allen-head socket and pound it into the > rounded-over head of the bolt. Since...
• Re: Oil Pressure Switch R&R
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 21 Apr 2007 00:36:29 -0400
  ...How does one access this >little >jewel and replace it with the engine in the vehicle? A 24mm deep socket >would be perfect except...
• Re: How the heck to prime oil pump? (Vanagon D)
  Historical mailing list - Tobin Copley
  Fri, 29 Jun 2001 14:07:51 -0700
  ...I've checked and rechecked and am 99% sure the socket is seated correctly--although I do have to admit it is pretty much...
• 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: Starter solenoid wiring question - '86 AT
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 1 Jun 2016 09:59:34 -0700
  ...Are there any other dead end wires there? My friends '85 has a relay socket back there with some OEM looking wires. Pretty sure...
• Re: Bumper end cap how to?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 4 Jan 2016 16:52:47 -0800
  ...From the end or from the bottom you could be able to get a 13mm socket on the carriage bolt from the back. Jim...
• Re: Turn signal indicator troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:06:53 -0800
  Well, it looks like someone inserted the led for the turn signal indicator backwards in the cluster led socket. Mark Stephen Grisanti wrote: > Okay...
• Re: Turn signal indicator troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 16 Nov 2010 12:17:58 -0500
  ...led for the turn signal >indicator backwards in the cluster led socket. Sure does. Legend: >>TS = exterior turn signal lights >>TSI = dashboard turn signal...
• Craftsperson Tools
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 3 Feb 1995 10:34:16 -0600 (CST)
  ...Just sockets and ratchets if I remember. It has 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" ratchets. This seems like a better deal than...
• Electric VW Pick up truck
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  6 Nov 1995 16:09:39 -0800
  ...Charger mounted under the hood, socket for 120 VAC mounted at original gas tank filler hole. For Your Information dcp'90
• RE: silver secret
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 29 Aug 1994 01:27:18 CDT
  ...I've never seen any electrical adapter, in the auto or electronic world, that matches this dang socket. I'm wondering if it had...
• Re: cold Stall
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 8 Oct 2001 01:24:54 -0500
  ...inside and take the idle stabilizer control out of it's socket, then reseat it, and try again. If that doesn't get it...
• Re: Oil Pressure LED Missing!
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:21:23 -0400
  ...the old electronics tech's handy-dandy fuse tester -- Plug into wall -- insert fuse into socket; pilot light should light -- press big red button...
• Re: Removing stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 1 Feb 2015 20:04:18 -0800
  ...it off and use a regular 22mm socket? Get a 7/8" > special O2 sensor socket, which is slightly larger, so I can put...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:29:57 -0500
  ...Preferably six-point sockets -- although with a >beam-type torque wrench I guess the 12-pt would be better, since you >have more choices...
• Re: Harbor Freight 3/4" drive breaker bar?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:48:24 -0700
  ...BZ-HF 10 minutes from my hood > > > On Jul 22, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Don Hanson wrote: > > > Thanks, > > I have the socket and...
• Re: Replacing pushrod tubes
  Historical mailing list - Noto-Gaudette
  Thu, 17 Jun 1999 22:56:07 -0400
  ...off hand, i'd bet your leaks are caused by some old seal/crud left in the head/case 'socket'. that happened to me...
• Re: Tranny Oil Check
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 31 Oct 2001 13:32:44 -0500
  ...Tranny Oil Check Jean-Guy, What tool do you use to remove the filler plug? I have the 17MM by about 2" male socket...