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• Re: Door Panel Removal Tool
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 6 Jun 2011 09:11:16 -0500
  There is a tool specially made for the purpose, better than a pry bar like the one shown. I got mine at an Autozone...
• Brake lines
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Mon, 26 Jul 2004 11:52:05 -0700
  A nickles worth of opinion (inflation:-) I grew up in a sports car resto shop specializing in Austin Healey and early E type Jaguars...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 9 Nov 2012 18:55:49 -0600
  I wouldn't worry about the quality of craftsman tools, it's one of the few things sears has going for it. The problem...
• Anyone have the VW piston wrist pin puller?
  Historical mailing list - Rob Scott
  Sun, 27 Jul 2003 19:06:46 -0700
  Does anyone in the Seattle area own one of the specialized tools for pulling the piston wrist pin on a Waterboxer? If you have...
• syncro upgrade to 15 inch wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Sat, 7 Aug 2004 11:22:02 -0400
  ...any advice? TIA jason 87 syncro westy _________________________________________________________________ Check out Election 2004 for up-to-date election news, plus voter tools and more! http://special...
• Re: clicks in the front end
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 9 Mar 2006 20:22:29 -0600
  ...I have to replace the lower ball joint, is this something I >can do without special tools like a spring compressor? > >Thanks, >Andy Stalick > > > >
• No compression
  Historical mailing list - Skip Emmert-Keaton
  Mon, 15 Dec 2003 13:10:35 -0800
  ...What kind of specialty tools might be necessary? 7. Could this be related to the van's hot start problem (it has a new...
• Re: repost: anyone taken a power mirror appart and back again?
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 2 Oct 2001 11:42:47 -0300
  ...I had no special tools, but I was able to get the nut back on over the pipe (with wires coming up out of...
• Re: Oil Seals
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Jul 2003 22:52:15 -0500
  ...can I remove the transmission to get to the seal? What special tools do >I need for this job? > >Can someone give me a...
• Re: Pressure bleeding brakes?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 10 Aug 2002 12:08:18 -0500
  ...Robert talking about, > on this pressure bleeding of the brakes? > How much pressure? Where? > Special tools? > Worth it? > Anyone with experience doing this? > Thanks...
• Re: Syncro Starter R&R on vacation? A Poll
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:39:50 -0700
  You don't need special tools. Mostly LOTS of patience. The job is lots easier if you remove the lock actuator, if this actuator...
• Re: tie rod removal...
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:46:58 -0400
  KD-Tools sells a really nice "Tie Rod" end remover. Looks like an adjustable arm gear puller. There is also a cup on the...
• Re: Manual Transmission Drive Flange Seal
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Tue, 12 Aug 2014 15:02:19 -0700
  ...That shows it perfectly. > Given my time constraints and lack of special tools, I'll be only replacing > the center caps and see if...
• Re: pinch the fuel line?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:23:04 -0700
  ...Friday, July 25, 2008, 2:50 PM > > I purchased two of those special purpose hose-pinching > > pliers from Sears long ago. They turned out...
• Re: Eurovan Shock replacement info
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:40:25 -0700
  ...Bentley refers to some special tools and a torsion bar which I couldn't find anywhere, so I think there's a typo in...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 12:05:38 -0500
  ...Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware > > At 11/10/2012 04:59 AM, James Felder wrote: > >I'd like to know more about the screwdrivers you...
• Re: Craftsman Tools, Ace Hardware
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sat, 10 Nov 2012 18:34:04 -0800
  ...I save broken Craftsman tools to take back when I go back, I have more than one screwdriver so breaking something simple like that...
• ?'s On Seam Sealing
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:19:39 -0500
  ...I started digging some of it out last night, but wondered what the ultimate tool for digging is? I have some skinny hook tools...
• Re: Transmission leaking from drive shafts
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Mon, 7 Nov 2005 07:13:13 -0800
  ...shafts (good time to rebuild and reboot) and replace a seal under > the outer flange? Any special tools needed or warnings required? > > Thanks, > > Jim
• Re: Syncro Bilsteins
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Thu, 8 Jul 1999 12:04:52 -0700
  ...I used no special tools to change the shocks...it is a demanding and difficult job, though...figure 4 hours per side on your...
• Driver's Side Electric Window
  Historical mailing list - Allen McCarter
  Fri, 17 Sep 1999 18:43:33 -0700
  ...Are special tools required to fix the window mechanism? 6. Where can I get a schematic of the door showing how the electric window...
• Re: Las Vegas, NV camping(NVC)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Fri, 6 Feb 2004 14:03:14 -0800
  We Alaskans have solved this problem! Our garages are too full of bikes, kayaks, camping gear, tools, airplanes, four wheelers, boats, used excercise equipment...
• Re: end of camping season????
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 20:54:17 -0600
  ...WA USA > > _________________________________________________________________ > Check out Election 2004 for up-to-date election news, plus voter tools and > more! http://special.msn.com/msn/election2004.armx >
• Re: Micrometers
  Historical mailing list - Harvey Chao
  20 Sep 1996 09:40:18 -0700
  ...While I was there, they had a "special purchase" on combination wrench sets. As I have a son learning to be a diesel mechanic...
• Re: drilling through sheet metal? <Friday addition>
  Historical mailing list - Calle Fallberg
  Sat, 15 May 2004 11:30:11 +0200
  ...I haven't had any luck here either. > > > > > > > > Are there any special techniques? Or, do I need special tools? > > > > > > > > Thanks. > > > > > > > > BTW, I also appreciate...
• Re: Suddenly it won't ...
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Fri, 11 Mar 2005 10:22:16 -0800
  ...This is not a job for the average Joe due to > the specialized tools needed and complexity of assembly. IMHO they three > times more...
• Vanagon !Si! (good features) little long
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:04:18 -0800
  ...Things in Vanagons can be removed and replaced, repaired and restored without tons of special tools, without complex factory diagnostic consoles, etc etc . 5...
• Non-Vanagon Factory Tools For Sale
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 8 Nov 1995 11:14:31 -0500
  ...Additional tools are available but not listed at this time; email any special tool# requests. Some tools listed below have been discontinued and this...
• How to untorque the pulley?
  Historical mailing list - Jay & Kim Schmidt
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 21:53:36 -0600
  ...foot cheater loosen that thing? (I exaggerate.) Do I need any special tools to replace the seal or just pry out the old, clean...
• Diff Lock in 2WD trans
  Historical mailing list - AA Transaxle
  Thu, 13 Dec 2001 17:23:39 -0800
  ...and have some special tools, but otherwise don't try this at home. In round numbers, the stuff costs about $500 (parts only) plus...
• Re: has anyone replaced tranny seals?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 22 Feb 2002 09:46:36 -0800
  ...It can all be done w/o special tools. It is really easy to do actually. Getting the final drive flanges off was easy...
• Re: Replacing window seals
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 6 Aug 2009 10:12:16 -0400
  ...Do I need special > tools? Is there a step-by-step set of instructions anywhere on the > internet? > >
• Re: Replacing Front 84 Brake Discs
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:24:05 -0400
  ...I am wondering what is the best way to get the hub cover off? I do not have the special VW tools listed within...
• Re: 89 syncro westy ac saga continues
  Historical mailing list - John
  Sun, 13 Aug 2000 22:48:05 -0400
  ...get cold air! If his "specialist" can't fix an R12 system in Hawaii he should sell his tools and give up! 3) While...
• Re: Timing Belt, Tools and etc.
  Historical mailing list - Frederick M. Wasserstein
  Thu, 28 Dec 2000 07:43:50 -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: what causes 3rd & 4th gear to go out?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 5 Aug 2004 14:08:10 -0500
  ...Few do it successfully due to lack of either experience, >skill, specialized tools, and/or all of the above. > >BenT >http://members.aol.com...
• Re: Moulding Tool: where do I get it.
  Historical mailing list - Neal Hansen
  Tue, 4 Jun 2002 14:54:35 -0700
  ...My failure kinda explains why there's a special tool for the job... So I'm looking for one of those tools. Anyone has...
• Re: Tool needed
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:04:22 -0600
  ...Rout the slot and tap the t-molding in, no special tools needed. Did a replacement counter for a camper this past week in...
• Re: Minimal vanagon support kit
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 6 Sep 2009 21:54:14 -0700
  I bring the same as everyone for tools, tie-wire, electrical test lights etc. A water pump/alternator belt...fuel pump and filter. Master...
• Rust around window openings
  Historical mailing list - David Crook
  Wed, 6 Oct 1999 15:37:41 -0400
  ...be able to get them back in without prior experience or special tools? Thank you very much... -- David Crook 444 Firetower Road, Fort Valley...
• Re: cheap tools and old glory.
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Mon, 24 Sep 2001 23:45:37 EDT
  ...appropriate response to recent COMMUNIST Chinese seizure of the US reconnaissance plane by canceling the order of berets for the US special forces. BenT
• Valve guide removal / replacement
  Historical mailing list - Herr Wibo Fichten
  Tue, 30 Mar 2004 00:02:35 -0400
  ...Does it require specialized tools or presses? Mine seem pretty well stuck in the heads and I would hesitate a long time before banging...
• Re: Shocking Thread
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Mon, 10 May 2004 14:46:22 -0700
  ...to be OK, if not special. > >JT > >Curiosity Kills more Mice then Cats _________________________________________________________________ Getting married? Find tips, tools and the latest trends at MSN...
• Re: 1,6TDSL changing engine drive belt
  Historical mailing list - Martin Kennelly
  Tue, 10 Aug 1999 00:43:27 +0000
  Yes it is possible to do this job without the need to buy any special tools and obtain as close to perfect timing as...
• Re: Purging Cooling System
  Historical mailing list - J. Meade
  Sun, 15 Jan 1995 15:26:48 -0600 (CST)
  ...and don't have lots of tools although I can get access to any except specialized VW tools.) Jim - Farmer - Iowa City, IA, jnmeade...
• Re: Tool for Subie/VW engine replacement
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Wed, 30 May 2012 17:34:47 -0700
  ...trusty "new" 85 Weekender. > > While viewing this week's Harbor Freight tools ad, I came across what > looks like the perfect tool for lifting...
• Re: Stuck in Third Gear - New Transaxle Question
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Sun, 27 Apr 2003 22:23:26 EDT
  ...even if I am fortunate enough to get hold of the special tools. For the time being, I have just gotten hold of a...
• Re: How to do a head reseal on a diesel vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 17 Sep 2007 08:35:52 -0700
  ...You can do this without the special timing tools if you line up all the timing marks at the start, paint new marks at...
• Re: vanagon trans R+P R&R
  Historical mailing list - Todd Hill
  Thu, 13 Aug 1998 12:33:26 EDT
  ...It will require a few fairly specialized tools- nothing too complicated but they are required. You will need to recheck the pinion backlash and...
• Re: 84 head job update and questions
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 31 May 2002 23:56:27 -0400
  ...There are a great number of us who do not possess your cache of specialty tools. So every opportunity to use some tool for...
• Re: 84 - Air Conditioning Valve Needed
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Mon, 9 Jun 2003 19:21:17 -0400
  ...You will need to evacuate and refill the system if you take out the valve unless you have one of the special tools that...
• Re: Bearings or moronic PO
  Historical mailing list - Jerry
  Sat, 30 Dec 2006 09:48:40 -0600
  ...You mentioned parts and TOOLs. What special tools are required, beyond a honkin' great torque wrench that is too expensive and I will just...
• 2.1: Check rods or just top end?
  Historical mailing list - tabe johnson
  Tue, 25 Oct 2005 12:58:40 -0400
  ...So - How doable is it to get at the rod bearings, but not break the case? I don't have any special VW tools...
• Re: My rear wheel ...
  Historical mailing list - Tobin T. Copley
  Wed, 28 Jun 1995 18:42:12 -0700 (PDT)
  ...I had no special tools, and boy was it a hassle. Took me ALL day! I was able to drive the races in/out...
• Re: AC parts supplier
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 1 Jul 2003 14:48:06 -0400
  Are the compressors worth rebuilding? Any special tools? Jay This communication is for use by the intended recipient and contains information that may be...
• Re: 2.1 wbx with AC Water pump woes
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Sat, 21 May 2011 12:29:48 -0700
  I recently did this job on my Bluestar--it's not fun, but I don't remember too many special tools, except for some...
• suspension newbie - shock dismounted
  Historical mailing list - Rob Campbell
  Sun, 19 Mar 2006 16:24:55 -0800
  ...I am a mechanical novice, so is this possible to address at home by someone with very little experience? What special tools are needed...
• Re: It's not moving...UGH!!!
  Historical mailing list - James Bowen
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 10:59:43 EDT
  ...It's not moving...UGH!!! > The only tools I used that might be considered special were a vice (used to press in new bushings...
• Re: A 'real' press costs thousands.
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:18:57 -0400
  ...Well, if you're not used to working with proper, quality tools, then your opinion of HF tools is valid within that context. "Crap...
• Re: Why remove the crankshaft pulley?
  Historical mailing list - John D. Stepto
  Mon, 24 Apr 2000 08:33:52 -0000
  ...Why remove the crankshaft pulley? > >In a message dated 4/23/00 9:45:37 PM, jstepto@CHESCO.COM writes: > ><< Are the special tools...