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• Re: Lowering a Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Antaki
  Mon, 20 Dec 1999 18:15:20 -0800
  ...Why not load it with the tools, first, and see if that does not lower it the inch! Add more tools if need be...
• Re: Ball joints, upper / lower- Ben's English
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:31:42 -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: Sophisticated electronic tools....amazing
  Historical mailing list - Gil Ngai
  Wed, 30 Jun 2021 20:31:52 -0600
  ...I just need a guy who understands what this guy is talking about and has these tools! Gil Sent from my iPhone > On Jun...
• Re: captive nut tools
  Historical mailing list - Dan Lamb
  Sun, 14 Oct 2018 07:49:05 -0700
  ...2018, at 6:54 AM, mike riley <mkriley1@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > > hi, > > please send links to reasonably priced tools for rivet-nuts! > thanks > mr
• Re: Transmission oil seal replacement in 84 4-speed
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 18 Apr 2002 16:40:25 -0700
  ...The book refers to special > tools for removal of old and install of new.Do I need these tools or is > there a work...
• Re: [Syncro] CV bolts, tools needed
  Historical mailing list - Samuel L. Walters
  Fri, 25 May 2001 16:17:14 -0400
  ...Sometimes the description of the tools needed for CV removal and installation is incomplete and/or confusing. I have not done the complete process...
• Re: ETKA 7 -- available for download via BitTorrent (instructions within)
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Mon, 8 Jan 2007 22:03:43 -0500
  if you're running with daemon tools, no need to burn the dvd. just go to "my computer" and double-click the etka dvd...
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 16:28:23 -0500
  ...The replacements looked like a Craftsman tool but it doesn't work like the Craftsman tools I remember. They both slip when I'm...
• Re: Baum tool order...
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Mon, 30 Aug 1999 11:14:39 -0400
  ...In addition, there is a sale on for many of the factory Kukko tools at http://www.reliable-tech.com/kukkoprice.htm. Mechanics with...
• Re: Phydaye Phollies ... an oldie. that's it. just an oldie. :)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 9 Jan 2009 14:33:39 -0800
  Is this supposed to allude the to fact that whatever tools and parts you bring............... that those are so often the very ones you...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 16 Apr 2003 14:27:00 -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...
• Re: stereo gone
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Fri, 16 Apr 1999 17:53:25 -0700
  ...Bend then into two U shaped tools such that the ends are as far apart as the holes are separated vertically. Insert both U...
• Re: pliers for clamps
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Foltz
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 06:01:47 EST
  ...There are tools made especially for dealing with spring clamps. Or if you're a tool fanatic, check out toolsource.com. They have a...
• Re: captive nut tools
  Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
  Sun, 14 Oct 2018 19:35:16 -0700
  ...2018, at 6:54 AM, mike riley <mkriley1@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: > > hi, > > please send links to reasonably priced tools for rivet-nuts! > thanks > mr
• Replacing front & rear coil springs
  Historical mailing list - Scott Greiner
  Sat, 9 Nov 2013 11:15:11 -0800
  ...front, is there any tips to know about and amy tools, speciality tools, additional parts to replace etc to complete this job. I do...
• Re: Disabling a Westy for Theft Deterring
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 24 Jul 2013 11:56:27 -0400
  ...Seems >to me taking the tools away only treats the symptom not the real issue? >Thats just my crazy thinking! Ralph, take it private...
• with everybody going on trips and such ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 15 Jun 2002 13:39:55 -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: Need "MUST-HAVE" Tool List
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Tue, 2 Jan 2018 00:00:04 -0800
  ...list of basic maintenance > "MUST-HAVE" tools for the Westy? Although I do have a few tools, they are > a "hit and miss" collection...
• Modding Vanagon dash
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 1 Aug 2017 15:36:33 -0400
  ...Has anyone cut this metal and what tools did you use? I don't have the room for a saw because the heater and...
• Re: Accelerator Pedal Attachment?
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( Scott Daniel Foss )
  Sat, 8 Feb 2014 11:32:12 -0800
  ...including tools. or tools in flea markets ....good hand tools are pennies on the dollar in flea markets .. even good power tools are 25...
• Re: Multimeter recommendation
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:22:13 -0800
  ...return no questions asked" only applies to their > hand tools, not to power tools or electrical/electronic items even if > Craftsman branded. > > Allan > -- Jake...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 11:30:04 -0700
  On Sat, Jun 12, 2010 at 8:52 AM, Robert Fisher <garciasghostvw@gmail.com> wrote: > --snip-- > This is one set of tools that I...
• Re: German Auto Tools Distributor?
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Sat, 26 Oct 2002 20:17:13 -0700
  http://www.samstagsales.com/
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:54:38 -0400
  Dont forget the 5 gallon bucket.
• Re: Detailed list of what size sockets/wrenches/tools do you carry??
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 13:00:46 -0800
  At 1/31/2007 09:31 AM,Chuck Baird wrote: >Morning Listmembers, > >My questions is this....Exactly what size sockets, wrenches, and what >tools...
• Re: Ball joints, upper / lower
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Wed, 31 Jan 2007 17:34:11 -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...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Stewart, Donna
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 18:04:33 -0400
  ...Essential Tools For the Ladies that read the list this is going to make good sense. The rest of you will just have to...
• Re: Working on 091/1 Manual Transmission
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 5 Jul 2007 12:25:23 -0400
  ...They said they could do most of the repairs using logical aids and hand tools. Only an item or two was left alone because...
• Re: 12-point tool
  Historical mailing list - Berry Kercheval
  Wed, 15 May 1996 17:15:48 PDT
  >>>vwbus@tcpbbs.com said: > BTW K-D tools make a good quality > triple square as well, brobably a bit cheaper than that "gold-plated...
• Re: Friday: Joel Walker Inspired Rhyme
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 4 Aug 2001 01:02:22 -0500
  ...Oh, the Fates are no fools, For they carry THEIR tools, Leaving mortals to suffer in pain Without the Right Stuff Hidden under the...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 25 May 2001 00:05:00 -0500
  > As a new Westy owner wondering what the list would > suggest as a starter set/must have's for tools? > I've not done...
• Re: basic tools...?
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 19:29:49 -0400
  ...basic tools...? I know that there is a link on the vanagon.com site about "What do you keep in your VW" but it...
• Selling Vanagon Westfalia business
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Tue, 28 Aug 2018 09:42:46 -0700
  ...Lots of tools, machines, tons of parts new and used, books, special tools, etc, etc. The person interested should be spending time here learning...
• A/C tools question
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Thu, 9 May 2013 15:21:27 +0000
  ...C shop? What are the best strategies & what are the favorite tools? For example, if you need to replace the compressor - what it the...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 24 May 2001 13:21:36 -0700
  ...wrote: > >Actually if you have a Home Depot, they have Husky tools, better than Sears > >craftsman and the same guarantee. JMHO > > > >Mike > > I was...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - mike boland
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 00:08:19 -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...
• Re: coolant hoses (Cost, it the only issue)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 9 Mar 2004 20:13:26 -0600
  ...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: Death Valley
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Wed, 24 Jan 2007 13:22:17 -0800
  ...I thought if you used the maintenance schedule as a starting point, you could list the tools necessary for each job, and by the...
• Re: Nice low cost tools source
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Mon, 26 Jan 2004 13:22:33 -0800
  ...Nice low cost tools source > http://www.vwalley.com/index.html > Not me ......... > I like the bolt kits. > > Stan
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 14 Jun 2006 17:34:21 -0400
  Why, all of them, if I have too.
• Re: General tool (brand name vs quality vs price) question. (NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 2 Oct 2017 10:50:07 -0700
  I've been using Craftsman tools (combo wrenches, sockets-ratchets, screwdrivers) for decades. The only issues I had was a cracked 19mm 12 pt...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:41:43 -0600
  ...http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa190/becida/Tools/Tools.jpg The extra visegrips I bought just for the tool bag were not what I...
• Re: Harbor Freight Floor Jacks
  Historical mailing list - Ken Weikel
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:02:56 -0400
  My personal opinion of Harbor Freight tools are only for occasional use. For example the 3/4 breaker bar mentioned on here lately. Their...
• Timing Belt, Tools and etc.
  Historical mailing list - Frederick M. Wasserstein
  Thu, 28 Dec 2000 06:45:23 -0600
  ...I bought the manual and looked a a lot of websites, but the special tools seem to confuse me. One looks like a flat...
• Re: Tools: ya gets what ya pays for
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:22:46 -0600
  I have $60 worth ofd HF tools for my sparekit, but I got the Elkind allen heads since they were made in the US...
• Re: Tools and parts for Baja trip plus
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Fri, 15 Aug 2014 08:43:48 -0400
  ...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: Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Sat, 20 Jul 2013 08:14:26 -0700
  ...wrote: > The question comes up from time to time on "What tools should I carry?". > Well, here is a suggestion for if you are...
• Re: Traveling tools
  Historical mailing list - Sudhir Desai
  Sun, 11 Mar 2001 18:51:32 -0800
  ...go to the archive page and search the archive about recommended tools for dates, go back at least 2 years. good luck, --sudhir ===== Sudhir...
• Re: Help Timing Diesel after replacing head gasket
  Historical mailing list - will wood
  Tue, 26 Nov 1996 21:02:17 -0700
  ...I didn't have the >tools that were shown in the Bentley. I tried to keep from moving the >crank, camshaft, or the pump...
• Re: Phydaye Phollies ... an oldie. that's it. just an oldie. :)
  Historical mailing list - joel walker
  Fri, 9 Jan 2009 15:17:44 -0600
  ...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: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 10:03:26 -0700
  ...For carrying the > tools take a look at the Tool Roll from Duluth Trading. Very rugged and > takes up minimum space. And for a...
• measuring tools
  Historical mailing list - dean c aukes
  Wed, 23 Oct 1996 09:00:47 -0500
  All, We've had discussions on the value of measuring tools, i.e. dial indicators, micrometers and calipers. Bob in one of his sermons...
• Re: Changing Front Springs
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Sat, 23 Feb 2002 14:06:26 -0800
  ...Without the right tools/parts ready it took me a full weekend to do this myself. With all the parts/tools ready a good...
• Help install an engine for $$ In NY
  Historical mailing list - UWannaDeaL2
  Thu, 8 Apr 2004 12:11:04 -0400
  ...easy access to electricity-bathroom- storage I have some tools --most of my tools are on the west coast-- let me know your rate...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 16:51:09 -0500
  ...That is about what I carry for tools. Since I'm air cooled I carry an extra injector, a fuel pump and filter, a...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:12:48 -0500
  At 09:16 PM 1/11/2011, Tom Hargrave wrote: >The issue is that Harbor Freight is the Wal-Mart of tools and they...
• Re: bleeding brakes
  Historical mailing list - Kent Christensen
  Tue, 25 May 1999 20:26:14 -0600
  Regarding one-man bleeder: http://www.epsparts.com/Tools/speedibleed/
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 11 Nov 2012 08:48:02 -0700
  ...My son was wandering around looking at stuff, when he spied a bunch of tools under a cattle guard. We fished most of them...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 18:14:43 -0500
  ...The breaker bar >handle was much more expensive but you can probably borrow one from somebody >or a FLAPS that lends tools or just...
• Re: Friday question: What tools do you carry?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 7 Feb 2003 13:24:22 -0600
  ...What tools do you carry? > >To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > > > >Jim Ellis: > >A tow truck cannot be qualified as a tool. Play fair. > > > >Stan...