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• Re: Help on Brake Drum.
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 22 Apr 1995 10:54:04 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I poke a long, blunt, screwdriver from behind the drum (through one of the peek holes in the brake plate) and bang it with...
• Re: pulling and replacing pilot bearing in crankshaft
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Wed, 30 May 2001 23:17:02 -0400
  ...cold chissel and chip at it until you can > get a screwdriver in there. It is after all a part that you're going...
• Re: FW: URGENT: Stranded in Remote Area with disabled wife - please h elp!
  Historical mailing list - pierre a. lachance
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 08:13:31 -0400
  starting it with a > screwdriver. Crawl under van and short the starter terminals. Worked > fine. No so good, of course, when stalled in a...
• Fun with Sliding Windows
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Tue, 7 Jun 2005 13:48:15 -0700
  ...With the help of several p-mails and an assortment of offset screwdrivers from Sears I have managed to remove the sliding window interior...
• Cylinder head sticking to cylinder sleeve
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda - Personal email
  Sun, 9 Jun 2002 22:01:36 -0700
  ...I've been getting help from Dave who is having a similar adventure with his "Wolfy." Dave used a large screwdriver on the lip...
• Re: installing new luggage rack seals
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Wed, 27 Sep 2006 09:19:17 -0400
  ...is easy for the screwdriver to slip out > and scratch the paint. (AMHIK) > > Use a very large flat tip screwdriver. > > Tom Salicos > > '87 Syncro...
• Re: Can anyone else remove their igniton key with their van runni ng?
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Tue, 7 Sep 1999 11:04:00 -0400
  ...I had to brute-force it with a screwdriver to drive home. When I replaced the lock cylinder with a new one, the feature...
• Re: [WetWesties] Help!!! Won't start
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sun, 19 Apr 2015 11:54:22 -0700
  Won’t work with an auto, but the flywheel is exposed, and you could pry it back and forth with a big screwdriver. I...
• Re: Front Bumper Removal/Fog Light Install
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:48:33 -0700
  ...The rubber strip onthe front bumper can be easily pried off with a small flat blade screwdriver or even strong fingernails applied under an...
• Re: 85 Multivan Rear Speakers
  Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
  Tue, 26 Dec 2000 19:22:54 +0100
  ...won�t dry, easy to lift protectors off with a small screwdriver, with the speaker screws hidden behind Might be worth a try before...
• Re: window trim
  Historical mailing list - Undetermined origin c/o LISTSERV administrator
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 14:53:42 EST
  ...What is your tool and method of choice? > Needle-nose pliers from the split where the ends join? Any special > recommendations? > > a small screwdriver...
• Re: Vanagon Tool Box (Friday)
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 30 Jan 2004 08:35:36 -0800
  ...Olynick" <rrh@AUTOBAHN.MB.CA> wrote: > Begin forwarded message: > >> Apart from screwdrivers, pliers and duct tape, what are some >> handy tools/items I should...
• Re: removing side window & saving seals
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Thu, 14 Oct 2004 00:07:54 -0500
  ...Wooden oversized flat screwdrivers. Al Brase 69 doublecab, vanagons VWNut Hawk wrote: >I was able to get them out. >I took a flat blade...
• Re: 87 vanagon westy GL speaker question
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 28 Dec 2006 17:44:10 -0800
  ...Remove door latch stuff. (One screw under the plastic piece that pops out with a small screwdriver.) Remove door panel. Unscrew speaker retainer from...
• Re: brake rotors, temp gauges, and oil pressure
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Tue, 20 Jun 2000 23:12:37 -0500
  ...You can use a screwdriver to accomplish same. Simply put a screwdriver through one of the wheel bolt holes into the other holes, push...
• Re: brake piston adjustment/pliers
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 28 Oct 2004 07:46:32 EDT
  ...3/ If you like some risk and have a steady hand, just push tangentially with a flat bladed screwdriver on whichever corner of the...
• Re: Change a VW Fan Belt In 5 Seconds?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:52:23 -0700
  ...stay back, don't get hair and clothes near anything, hold the screwdriver lightly. have the person on the key ......... or MUCH BETTER - use...
• Re: water pump bearing noise
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Thu, 22 Dec 2016 20:03:49 -0500
  Easy enough to use a long screwdriver or pipe as a stethoscope to see what the source is. You sure it's not lifters...
• Re: Poptop Canvas Install
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Mon, 25 Apr 2011 21:06:43 -0400
  I used a Dremmel powered screwdriver I purchased for around $75. It is very compact and uses lithium ion batteries. It reached every screw...
• Re: Is mechanic on the level?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Catlin
  Sun, 31 Jan 1999 08:53:01 -0800
  ...Any idea what he might mean? If it's > really leaking, would he not have just said that? > If you use a screwdriver to...
• Re: Head stuck to cylinder: need advice
  Historical mailing list - Dave Bayer
  Sun, 4 Jul 1999 11:15:13 -0700
  ...This worked when all kinds of tapping and prying with screwdrivers and gently tapping chisels in that space did not... dave
• ignition switch for 87 syncro
  Historical mailing list - jax harvell
  Mon, 24 Jun 2002 13:12:58 -0400
  ...it something that could be accomplished by rank amateur and a screwdriver? or should I take it to a shop? thanks for any info...
• Re: Removing water pump pulley
  Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
  Sun, 5 Dec 1999 11:45:32 -0600
  ...Removing water pump pulley I had mine on a bench at the time when I removed the pulley, so just a screwdriver into the...
• Starter problems
  Historical mailing list - TCollins
  Sun, 29 Jun 2014 15:21:34 -0400
  ...I tried jumping the starter with a screwdriver across terminals clank clink clank no spin. Only click wen trying with the key. Was there...
• power mirror fixed; thanks
  Historical mailing list - DAVID MOST
  Sun, 3 May 1998 18:09:17 -0700
  ...up the circular tracks Then I was able to use a screwdriver to move the lever thereby securing the mirror. I think I may...
• Re: What is the Cubic Capacity of the RM182B Fridge?
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Thu, 8 May 2003 12:15:14 -0400
  << Personally I like the new screw-top oil quarts a lot better than the old paper-and-tin "stab it with a screwdriver and...
• Re: black knob removal
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Thu, 26 Feb 2004 17:16:44 -0700
  If you are referring to the coat hanger knobs, use the tip of a sharp knife or small screwdriver around the edge of the...
• Re: Upper ball joint - WTF?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 16 Feb 2007 17:58:03 -0500
  ...Souldnt need to go that far though.Maybe a screwdriver as a wedge will work I thought this was sunny,corrosion free, Southern California...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Sat, 29 Jul 2017 20:53:43 -0400
  ...Dig a 6" deep hole in the gravel and pine needles under the engine so I can use my heftiest flat head screwdriver to...
• Re: Pilot bearing and seal
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 19 May 2003 20:39:58 -0400
  ...Everyone says to "pry it out with a screwdriver." Well, perhaps I'm being a bit soft on it, but its not prying. I...
• Re: Door Panel Removal Tool
  Historical mailing list - Don Hundt
  Sun, 5 Jun 2011 22:35:03 -0700
  ...There has got to be something better and more efficient > than a screwdriver. > > Any suggestions? > > Thanks, > > John > > -- > John Rodgers > Clayartist and Moldmaker > 88'GL...
• Re: Alternator Light Just Came On
  Historical mailing list - Karl
  Sun, 9 Aug 2009 23:08:56 -0400
  ...Use a 90-degree or 'offset' screwdriver to remove the two screws, pull the regulator, brushes attached. I just replaced one with the adjustable...
• Re: need a place to work on v-dub in/near flint, mi
  Historical mailing list - Steve Elfelt
  Fri, 10 Dec 1999 10:09:09 -0500
  ...sockets and maybe a filter wrench (or to get messy a screwdriver and a hammer)? Go down to a pawn shop and pick up...
• Re: What is the Cubic Capacity of the RM182B Fridge?
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 7 May 2003 18:28:48 -0400
  ...Personally I like the new screw-top oil quarts a lot better than the old paper-and-tin "stab it with a screwdriver and...
• Replacing Windshield Wiper Motor
  Historical mailing list - Frank Miller
  Sun, 10 Oct 2004 11:53:41 -0400
  ...I tried prying with a screwdriver a bit, but it looked like that's not the answer. Anybody have any tips on how to...
• Re: Locking Gas Cap
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 15 Sep 2010 21:18:10 -0700
  ...a lot of them will unlock with a screwdriver. like if you don't have a key, try a screwdriver. ----- Original Message ----- From: "BenT...
• Re: Source for new/used parts?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Johnson
  Tue, 11 Oct 94 8:41:20 PDT
  ...What I usually do is bring a medium crecent wrench, medium flat blade screwdriver and a medium phillips tip screwdriver. I pay the $1...
• Re: Pilot bearing removal.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 24 Feb 95 09:52:55 CST
  ...I pounded one of those cheapie jewlers screwdrivers between the bearing casing and the flywheel. The hardened casing eventually cracked and I was able...
• Re: Crankshaft Endplay Adjustment Hits Me Flat
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Schmitz
  Wed, 24 Jan 2001 14:18:40 -0800
  ...Prying with a screwdriver while measuring endplay near the edge of the flywheel will give erroneous readings. I am willing to bet (my currently...
• Re: Sliding Door Not Locking Open
  Historical mailing list - Joe Gawzner
  Mon, 7 Jan 2002 16:44:22 -0500
  ...I used an old Craftsman ratchet screwdriver that is shaped in an elongated L with the horizontal part of the letter a stub of...
• Re: What parts to carry on the road...
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 12 Sep 2002 08:25:16 -0400
  On Thu, 12 Sep 2002, G. Matthew Bulley wrote: > Pliers. Screwdriver. Duct tape. Wire. Cell Phone. Towing insurance. Who do you use for towing...
• Re: Damn! Rounded over CV Joint Bolt!!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 Jul 2004 00:53:57 -0500
  ...If you can cut a slot in it with a hacksaw, you may be able to use a screwdriver to loosen it. You can...
• Re: Catalytic converter noise
  Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
  Sat, 8 May 2004 19:50:15 +0200
  ...loose stuff out ! You might even take a tireiron, a long screwdriver or something similar and help the ceramic out of there ! Not too...
• Re: changing the lock on outside door handle-easy, hard, or impossible?
  Historical mailing list - Luke Sponholz
  Wed, 15 Mar 2006 00:21:44 -0500
  ...On 3/14/06, Paul Guzyk <paullist@guzyk.com> wrote: > You just need a large philips screwdriver to remove the door handle. > > http://www...
• Re: Cant accelerate
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 22:33:24 -0400
  ...On the '84, take a small screwdriver and back the screw out 1/4 or 1/2 turn and see if that makes a...
• Re: won't start
  Historical mailing list - Don Lancaster
  Thu, 27 Mar 1997 12:23:25 -0700
  ...The temporary fix is to whump the starter solenoid with a tap or two from a hammer and screwdriver. The cause is not enough...
• Re: MORE Seat Belt Help and Parts Wanted
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Sun, 20 Feb 2000 11:50:14 EST
  ...Luckily we had a screwdriver that my wife used to break the latch. Expected to pick up the part from a 84 GL I...
• Re: Rear Camber
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 1 Nov 2000 22:46:54 -0500
  ...For rear camber, loosen outer bolt on trailing arm; adjust camber by moving trailing arm up or down with screwdriver; tighten bolt to 76...
• Re: help
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Mon, 12 Mar 2001 00:37:14 -0800
  ...Pull it out with screwdriver carefuly and install new one. Leon 85 Subwagen Westy JarsofClay wrote: > help with my '84 water cooled vanagon (auto...
• Re: replacing rear brake shoes-special tools?
  Historical mailing list - Felder
  Fri, 14 Nov 2003 20:20:17 -0800
  ...C Whitneys spark plug boot removal tool from years ago that's like a screwdriver with a sharp point and bent in kind of...
• Sliding widow spacers (Was: sliding window latches)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Heissenbuttel
  Tue, 6 Jul 2004 10:36:43 -0700
  I have a leatherman micra tool and if I fold the screwdriver bit out at a 80 degree angle, the close the body of...
• `66 progress, bits and pieces
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 May 1996 09:49:46 -0700
  ...So I sat and thought, hmmmm, what I really need is a BIG standard screwdriver for this. Went to Sears and looked, no screwdriver...
• Re: side door window knob tightening
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 9 Oct 2016 00:27:19 -0400
  ...amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU <https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-2944-Offset-Screwdriver-3-Piece/dp/B000NY8OQU> <https://www...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: ntermitent no start/turnover 85 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 11:53:54 -0800
  ...Then I would have to crawl under and get a screwdriver on the the solenoid. Engine would start, and, of course, everything would work...
• Re: Canvas replacement 1990 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Thu, 14 May 2015 21:00:05 -0400
  ...It's not easy, but it doesn't require huge talent; just a screwdriver and an awl. It's a good weekend job. Search...
• Re: Has anyone done front brakes on Eurovan?
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Wed, 1 Nov 1995 16:35:12 -0600 (CST)
  ...metallic. > I think the only tool I needed was a small screwdriver, the job is > self explanatory. I dont recall if they are vented...
• Re: Replacing Lifters
  Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
  Tue, 19 May 1998 10:31:23 EDT
  ...Also use a screwdriver (pointy end against pushrod tube and handle against your ear) like a stethescope to find the tapping lifter. Have fun...
• high idle/idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - John Silverman
  Thu, 28 Oct 1999 20:14:33 -0600
  ...simple replacements? Something I can do myself (I can run a screwdriver, but I'm not much of a mechanic). Thank... John 90 syncro...
• Re: Cylinder index - meh.
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Fri, 2 Aug 2002 16:34:00 -0400
  On Fri, 2 Aug 2002, John Dagastino wrote: > IC engines work like those old hand crank > screwdrivers. not only obsolete, but also very, very...
• Re: head post-mortem, and a question
  Historical mailing list - Michael Snow
  Thu, 2 Oct 2003 21:53:20 -0700
  ...It sounds like you could duplicate this by cutting a screwdriver slot in a conventional headless stud. Have you tried removing any of them...