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• 1,6TDSL changing engine drive belt
  Historical mailing list - Juha Koivisto
  Mon, 9 Aug 1999 13:41:02 +0300
  ...Is it possible to do this job without mass of special tools (according to Bentley manual chapters 13 and 23). The tension of belt...
• Re: Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sat, 20 Jul 2013 11:23:34 -0700
  ...Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry BFH FTW!!! On Sat, Jul 20, 2013 at 8:37 AM, Loren Busch <starwagen@gmail.com> wrote: > > > My father...
• Re: Harbor Freight 3/4" drive breaker bar?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:35:13 -0700
  Sill machining tools ( ie end mills) and measuring tools (Starrett for one) made in the US. For most of us the best we can...
• Re: fuel hose crimping tool
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:09:20 -0700
  ...I'm thinking really dull nail cutters, or maybe tile > nippers?? > > thanks for any insights! KD Tools. NAPA can have it for you in...
• Round Tool Kits
  Historical mailing list - Paul Schiemer
  Thu, 16 Sep 1999 22:41:29 -0400
  ...Complete with tools it's available at a lot less than an original. They also represent a good alternative to not having any tools...
• Re: Wanted: one of the VW solar panels
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Sat, 12 Jul 2003 09:38:38 -0700
  ...purchased a 1.5 Watt solar battery charger from Harbor Freight > Tools for $9.99 (sale price). You can see info at: > http://www...
• Re: Ball joints and steering rack
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 10 Dec 2007 20:26:34 -0800
  ...A puller is better, "borrow" this set of tools from your local Kragen/Autozone/Canadian Tire if they have free loaner tools. This set...
• Re: Sears Tools
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 15 Jun 2006 11:13:50 -0400
  Jim,dont take lightness to Seariously. Light beer is not economiocal.
• (no subject)
  Historical mailing list - John Mosley
  Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:30:10 -0400
  what tools are needed to change the shocks on a 84 vanagon? thanks jack
• Re: Vanagons are too cool?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:24:53 -0600
  ...LOTSA tools, and quite a few parts under that rear bench. I reallly ought to move the plastic bucket of tools to the passenger...
• Re: Fuel Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:07:03 -0500
  Sears sells a nice set of four large pick tools, with right angles and hooks, big rubberized grips and all that. Insert the most...
• Breaker bar
  Historical mailing list - Frank Herzig
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 13:37:22 -0600
  ...Have a Craftsman for my regular tools, but for tire use I bought a 25" breaker bar ($12) and 19mm deep impact socket ($4...
• Re: Bosch #72137 oil filter question (have searched archives....)
  Historical mailing list - Rich Bennington
  Wed, 23 Aug 2006 15:09:49 -0700
  On Aug 23, 2006, at 2:42 PM, neil wrote: > > I remember reading in archives of 24 mm deep sockets > when researching tools. Can...
• Cylinder head repair question
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Wed, 8 Nov 2006 12:56:59 -0800
  I'm collecting my tools to fix a couple of heads from a 1.9. I am going to fix the pitting and lap...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 9 Nov 2012 19:10:51 -0500
  > I now see Craftsman branded tools at Costco and now others mention Ace. > And I think I have seen Craftsman tools other places? Sears...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 03:01:39 -0500
  ...What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis? >>So what tools do we carry in our busses on a daily...
• Re: re What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 27 Oct 2000 00:03:12 -0700
  ...re What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis? > wellll I stopped carrying tools a little while ago... you see...
• basic tools...?
  Historical mailing list - Martin Walz
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 13:31:47 -0700
  ...Any recommendations on what tools the Listers would deem basic for survival to replace a coolant temp sensor in Timbuktu or an O2 sensor...
• Re: Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry
  Historical mailing list - Stuart Fedak VE3SMF
  Sat, 20 Jul 2013 12:07:19 -0700
  ...Suggested Minimum Tools To Carry I managed to pare down my tools/spares. Makes a difference. i.e.� before: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bjtIka5N7cA...
• Re: A minimal tool kit?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 8 Sep 2010 16:30:43 -0700
  ...one of the extreme most useful tools for self-rescue and diagnosing things. another thing one can do is start keeping 'vanagon tools' in...
• Re: Christmas tools...
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Fri, 25 Dec 2009 21:12:58 -0500
  ...Wonderful tools none the less! Sincerely, Craig Cowan (who got jeweler's pliars for christmas) On Fri, Dec 25, 2009 at 8:39 PM...
• Re: throttle valve cable spring installation
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 24 Oct 2002 07:06:39 -0400
  ...on the >end of the rod. >------------------------------------------- >I've had Snap On Tools for years because they always have the special >stuff. >How come I...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - mike barker
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 23:59:09 -0400
  rosary beads!!
• Re: Things to put under the driver's seat, 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Sam Johnson
  Thu, 12 Aug 2004 17:25:34 -0400
  Lots & lots of tools!!
• Re: Need a shower? Got tools?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 9 Apr 2015 16:18:11 -0700
  ...Need a shower? Got tools? FYI... the spare tire is part of the crash protection design of the Vanagon. We usually put a rear...
• Re: Tools for engine overhaul on 85 waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Thu, 22 Apr 2004 20:41:55 -0400
  ...Tools for engine overhaul on 85 waterboxer > When I rebuilt my 2.1 waterboxer, I never needed any special tools. I used a > slide...
• Re: basic tools...?
  Historical mailing list - Blake C. Thornton
  Fri, 14 Jun 2002 14:59:42 -0600
  ...Once you are good at fixing things while at home, you will know what tools you need when you are on the road. Blake...
• Re: Snap on Tools
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 16 Apr 96 22:08:53 CDT
  ...Snap-On Tools This will put you in touch with the 1-800-866-5748 Snap-On customer direct order program.
• Re: Waterpump Blues....
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 2 Jul 1996 19:38:31 -0400
  ...Thank Again >> It will cost a lot less to buy whatever tools you need than having the dealer do it. You will also be...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box (Friday)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 30 Jan 2004 08:35:36 -0800
  ...what are some >> handy tools/items I should have on hand in case of emergency? > > Here's a essential tools list, as contributed from...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 10:45:45 -0600
  I am a long term Craftsman brand fan but these days I shop for tools at LOWES. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.stir-plate.com...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 13 Jun 2010 07:06:27 -0500
  ...I don't have Harbor Phobia when it comes to buying tools, as a majority of my traveling tool kit that is stuffed into...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Drew Bedford
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 17:19:06 -0600
  ...Here's to boring road trips, Drew 83.5 Westy Park City, Utah > So what tools do we carry in our busses on a...
• Re: Sophisticated electronic tools....amazing
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 1 Jul 2021 00:12:09 +0000
  ...Worth the watch though.  Shows you what is possible with sophisticated tools. 1987 VW Vanagon Misfiring and Stalling | | | |  |  | | | | |  | 1987 VW Vanagon Misfiring and Stalling | | |
• Re: Free Vehicle Work Area Covering
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Bebb
  Tue, 15 Jul 1997 10:42:37 +0100
  ...It's a damn sight more comfortable than working on the concrete (or adjoining grass), tools, nuts and screws don't get lost so...
• Need a shower? Got tools?
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Wed, 8 Apr 2015 11:46:59 -0600
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• 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: Tools and parts for Baja trip plus
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 15 Aug 2014 08:02:18 -1000
  I think 'tools' was asked about. How about such things as .. CV joint screw tool, ratchet and extension to go with it. a good...
• Ethical question on VW busses
  Historical mailing list - GOAH
  Sun, 30 Apr 1995 14:27:21 -0500 (CDT)
  ...At the same time, however, I do have tools which I keep in her which I consider to be only mine. I need them...
• Re: Friday: Let it Snow......
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Fri, 23 Feb 2018 18:21:16 -0800
  > Kinda hard on tools Truth. I was pretty pissed about my tools et al getting wet. Especially my torque wrenches. They're now in...
• Re: What tools do you carry in your Bus on a daily basis?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Thu, 26 Oct 2000 16:49:22 -0700
  ...I didn't > have any hand tools in my truck so i had to borrow a cresent wrench to > remove the carb to get...
• Re: which exhaust system is best?
  Historical mailing list - James Ruch
  Thu, 9 Dec 1999 05:49:00 PST
  ...If you don't have the tools/experience to get one or more of them loose, you might want to have a pipe bender...
• Re: Essential Tools
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 15 Apr 2003 16:24:49 -0500
  ...pick your brains... > simple question: > > > >What tools do you keep in your vannies? What are the essential > tools to have for basic maintenance and...
• Re: Special Tools for the Home Mechanic
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 7 Feb 2014 07:56:22 -0600
  ...Jim > On Feb 6, 2014, at 11:25 PM, JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > Just scored me a couple of special tools for some...
• Re: New guy introduction
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Thu, 1 May 2014 18:02:28 -0700
  ...I do understand the need to support your employer.;-) I have a pile of HF tools as well and try to visit at every...
• FFFriday FFFollies: repeat for the summer
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 03 May 96 10:02:17 CDT
  ...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: Tools for engine overhaul on 85 waterboxer
  Historical mailing list - Mark Seifert
  Tue, 20 Apr 2004 21:52:58 -0700
  When I rebuilt my 2.1 waterboxer, I never needed any special tools. I used a slide hammer to pull the wrist pins out...
• Re: Battery compartment
  Historical mailing list - pcking
  Thu, 8 Sep 2016 16:34:02 -0400
  Buy the manuals and a set of metric tools. This is not a vehicle that you can take to the dealer for every little...
• Re: Big tools for your big nuts; was RE: Why my rear axle nuts got loose
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Sat, 12 Jun 2010 12:24:12 -0400
  ...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: piston installation tool help
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 21 Jul 2002 09:49:32 -0500
  http://williamwareagency.com/forsale/stanvan/tools.html Tools you can make at home. Remember: The oil pump tends to jump out of the cam...
• Re: brake flaring tool
  Historical mailing list - Paul & Becky Oliver
  Thu, 4 Nov 2004 14:56:46 -0600
  A great source for good but "cheap" tools, Harbor Frieght Tools http://www.harborfreight.com/ double flare tool is under 20 bucks, Paul ----- Original...
• Re: Air flow = Got tools?
  Historical mailing list - =?utf-8?B?ZG9mdW5rQHlhaG9vLmNvbQ==?=
  Thu, 9 Apr 2015 17:55:30 GMT
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• 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
• Homemade Soda Blaster - link :-/
  Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
  Sun, 3 Jun 2012 11:24:58 -0700
  The link might help. http://www.aircooledtech.com/tools-on-the-cheap/soda_blaster/
• Welders & Machinist's Tools (not exactly VW, but....)
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Fri, 1 Mar 1996 12:39:10 -0600 (CST)
  There's an auction tomorrow with a bunch of machinist's tools and welders for sale. I don't know how to weld yet...
• Re: Tools....
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 24 May 2001 09:38:57 -0700
  ...set/must have's for tools? > I've not done too much work on cars, so the tools I > have are mainly for around...
• Re: Tools
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:59:10 -0600
  ...and found something missing.... >http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa190/becida/Tools/Tools.jpg > >The extra visegrips I bought just for the tool bag...
• Re: broken sockets
  Historical mailing list - Mladen, Zoran
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 10:45:14 -0700
  ...The Snap-on tools rarely failed. And when they did, our Snap-on guy replaced everything without question. The Snap-on guy out here...
• Re: Tool Pontifications
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Wed, 08 Jan 1997 21:51:47 -0800
  vwbus@netbiz.net wrote: > > > As a rule for hand tools I would NEVER buy Snap-On new price to > performance ratio is poor for...
• Baum tool order...
  Historical mailing list - Roger Bowman
  Mon, 30 Aug 1999 07:58:08 -0700
  ...This catalog lists tools by "Group", which is the same group that the tool is found by application in the Bentley manual. Thus, VAG...