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• 1987 Syncro-replace fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
  Sun, 19 Nov 2006 19:29:46 -0800
  ...They have a typical clamp on the end away from the injector, but appear to have some kind of crimp clamp at the injector...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 20 Sep 2015 to 21 Sep 2015 (#2015-337)
  Historical mailing list - Mills Crosland
  Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:49:30 +0000
  ...Cable spring clamp pliers on sale at Sears Reg $40. I just walked out is Sears with the item 947390 for $24.00. Discont...
• Re: Radiator hoses
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 6 Aug 1998 01:19:25 EDT
  In a message dated 98-08-05 17:13:08 EDT, Chris Wyatt wrote: > Are screw-type hose clamps sufficient, or should I install...
• Re: 87 Westy Engine/Trans removal Day 1 - or Boy, do I miss my 67 Westy!!!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 07:16:12 EDT
  ...To make working with those spring clamps more fun you need the proper spring clamp tools. Hand held ones looking like pliers with different...
• Re: clamps for cv boots, ridged washers for cv bolts
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:47:43 -0400
  ...I didn't see any clamps specifically for this at my FLAPS so I >thought >I would ask the list. Oettiker clamps are probably...
• 1981 Accelerator Cable: Barrel Clamp Failure. How?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 26 Apr 2018 10:45:41 -0700
  ...looking up at failed accelerator pedal barrel clamp: https://tinyurl.com/y8exfdxh Image: 1.9 WBX barrel clamp used for replacement part: https://tinyurl...
• Re: Can a battery terminal clamp cause a battery to discharge?
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Martin
  Fri, 8 Aug 2008 08:39:49 -0700
  ...Can a battery terminal clamp cause a battery to discharge? Before I write off the friendly Advance Auto employee as a nitwit, I'll...
• Re: '91Westy Coolant loss
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 19:57:11 -0800
  ...Re: '91Westy Coolant loss > > I have seen several vans with loose clamps on the plastic lines that go to > the radiator. Some times the...
• Re: fancy front wheel bearing nut with clamp
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:01:08 -0700
  ...fancy front wheel bearing nut with clamp >I belive the MBZ part number for this Clamping Nut for a 1980 280se (and > many others...
• Re: replacing hose with minimal coolant loss
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 8 Dec 2014 18:30:24 -0700
  If I find that I am Unable to put a Clamp on BothSides of a Disconnect then I @ Least Try to ClampOff the Flow...
• Coolant Change
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Libby
  Sun, 11 Aug 2002 20:25:21 -0400
  ...Any thing diffferent I should do besides what my Bentley says? What type of clamp do they mean when they say clamp a hose...
• JB's van Fixed -- just a leaky clamp
  Historical mailing list - Chris Dixon
  Tue, 8 Feb 2005 13:27:52 EST
  ...Just a leaky clamp. Had A-1 auto in Yreka check all hoses for me and bleed it. Back on the road. Thanks for...
• Re: Using American hose clamps on fuel injector hoses ok?
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:00:56 -0600
  ...I think German clamps are part of the German car culture, >> mostly, and American clamps likewise. I don't think anyone has ever >> reported...
• Re: proper battery fit
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:35:08 -0700
  That clamp is designed for the original Group 42 battery, which is of course smaller. I used no clamp when I upgraded to the...
• Re: If you've replaced your CV joints--please read
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 15 Feb 1997 21:37:52 -0800
  > Dealer said my main problem was that I used hose clamps to attach the boot > to the shaft. He seemed to think that the...
• Re: Radiator disappointment ~ Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 23 Feb 2023 12:01:29 -0700
  Possible Source,,, No experience with their quality ~ https://belmetric.com/full-tab-constant-tension-clamp-9mm-50mm/?sku=CTC32BAND12 https://belmetric.com/wide-band...
• Re: Using American hose clamps on fuel injector hoses ok?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 13:02:29 -0800
  ...figuring you mean the common # 4 small american style hose clamp. what is correct is a screw bandclamp...just like the ones that were...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 08:51:40 -0500
  ...Factory Hose Clamps In industry, where screw clamps are used, they typically are tightened not with a screw driver but with a tool that...
• Re: 87 Westy Engine/Trans removal Day 1 - or Boy, do I miss my 67 Westy!!!
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:04:59 +0000
  ...To make working with those > spring clamps more fun you need the proper spring clamp tools. Hand held > ones looking like pliers with different...
• Hose clamp pliers; was: Re: 20 hours later and a new water pump and a few other things...
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sun, 19 Sep 2004 23:59:55 -0500
  ...I can get EVERY squeeze clamp on a Vanagon with my Knipex. I always re-use the clamps, never had one fail. I guess...
• Re: syncro fuel filter replacement
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 07:44:00 -0700
  ...gear clamp on inlet side of filter inaccessible to loosen, and not enough free fuel line to move filer around much. Unable to access...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Fri, 8 Jun 2012 19:58:14 -0400
  On 6/8/2012 7:35 PM, JRodgers wrote: > I'm sure there is a tool to remove and reinstall VW factory hose clamps...
• Re: Stock "squeeze" hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Tue, 4 Jan 2011 12:15:11 -0600
  ...Stock "squeeze" hose clamps At 03:35 AM 1/4/2011, Tom Hargrave wrote: >It's a Oetiker crimp tool. A medium size set...
• Coolent Change
  Historical mailing list - Alan Compher
  Mon, 2 Oct 2000 10:32:25 -0700
  ...to find, and B) those stupid spring clamps VW used for the radiator hoses. Replaced them with american style screw hose clamps. took about...
• Re: Always Look Under a Bus!
  Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
  Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:31:37 -0400
  ...Cleaned up and tightened up all > fuel hose clamps, then went in and did a search for good hose clamps and > found some crimp...
• Re: fancy front wheel bearing nut with clamp
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 20 Mar 2011 15:57:14 -0700
  ...it's a slick set up ....it's a 'clamp nut' .. there's an allen screw that you tighten ..that clamps the nut, in...
• those of you who have installed a fuel line replacement kit read!
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 00:28:48 EDT
  ...turns out all the screws on every single clamp was way loose.. they all needed to be tightened up.. this was a fuel line...
• Re: those of you who have installed a fuel line replacement kit read!
  Historical mailing list - Roger Van Till
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 05:51:48 -0400
  ...Most of the clamps needed tightening. Roger Van Till '89 Westy "The Moose Lounge" '86 GL "Sugaree" '81 L "CoJack" www.busesbythebeach.com http...
• Injectors - replace or keep? Rusty Bolts
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Fri, 12 May 2006 13:37:53 -0400
  ...Yes he told me the clamps should be replaced eventually but it was not urgent. What�s your take? New injectors and clamps or...
• Re: SAmba Ad
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 16 May 2012 15:19:36 -0700
  ...if you look under a van and that crimp type clamp has been replaced with a screw type hose clamp ...it's probably OK...
• Re: Fuel Hose Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Steve Williams
  Mon, 5 Jul 2010 19:32:44 -0600
  ...I have pulled the expansion tanks out of the wheel wells and there are 6 clamps right there.... how many more are there as...
• corbin or mobea spring clamp tools
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Mon, 19 Aug 2002 12:08:10 -0700
  Snapon does have a good selection of spring clamp tools. Has anyone found one or two that they find works well with the vanagon...
• Re: [NVC] Clamping tablecloth to picnic table
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 14:56:06 -0400
  >> Anyone know of a simple clamp that can be used with these thicker tabletops? << Hmmmm, that gives me an idea for that left over...
• Fw: 87 vanagon 2.1 muffler install used bd parts
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:30:32 EST
  ...As a side note on those pesky spring hose clamps. I know a lot of mechanics who just throw them out due to the...
• Re: window dropped
  Historical mailing list - Chris Mills
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 09:22:40 -0500
  Sounds to me like the glass simply came out of the mount that clamps the glass and connects it to the regulator. You might...
• Re: leaky hose connection to rear heater core
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 9 Jan 2008 13:52:39 -0800
  ...So, any advice on clamps? Will any old FLAPS hose clamp work ok? And what about sealing goop? I saw a website that recommended...
• Re: Factory Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 9 Jun 2012 08:52:52 -0500
  ...John On 6/9/2012 8:01 AM, Dennis Haynes wrote: > As for the clamps they are actually common Roto-Clip. > http://www.rotorclip...
• Re: Hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 29 May 2011 18:57:23 -0700
  ...Liner -- would that be the TFE tape? Can one find spring hose clamps at a FLAPS? Thanks, Dennis. -- Rocky J Squirrel
• Re: metal engine acess lids/ vanagon engine fires
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Thu, 12 Mar 1998 20:11:38 -0400
  ...firmly clamped dry chem extinguisher clamped into the engine area with a thin steel cable led to rear seat for a pull handle? Rig...
• Re: Simpler Alternative to welding body panels
  Historical mailing list - Paul M. Hillbish
  Mon, 26 Mar 2001 01:03:40 EST
  ...lay the adhesive on the surfaces, have the clamps all arranged etc. >> What kind of clamps? Or rather how? I am thinking of doing...
• Re: New awning project with pix
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:11:23 -0500
  If anyone is interested in the folding pole setup with 3 clamps to make their own awning, we have them available: http://secure.mycart...
• '87 Syncro CV boot clamp gone
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 15 Apr 1997 16:41:52 +0400
  ...It is the front driver's side inner boot, and the inboard clamp is GONE. Since the dealer put it on less than three...
• Re: Using American hose clamps on fuel injector hoses ok?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sat, 12 Jan 2013 21:06:47 -0800
  ...http://www.airheadparts.com/vintage-vw-parts/clips-nuts-bolts-screws-washers/clamp-fuel-injection-hose-n90619501 Airhead/VWG sells 'em like candy since...
• Re: worm type fuel line clamps
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:22:38 -0700
  ...On Mon, Mar 22, 2010 at 7:08 PM, Ry <rylincoln@gmail.com> wrote: > Been thinking about hose clamps a lot lately too. > I...
• Re: Fwd: Re: How can this be?
  Historical mailing list - Wognacious
  Mon, 6 Jun 2005 06:36:54 -0700
  ...What wa the reason the hose / clamp was off the first time ? You changed the hose? You changed the clamp? Or the hose just...
• Re: Fuel Hose Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 3 Jul 2010 17:39:24 -0700
  hi Kevin and all, I don't think those crimp type hose clamps can be re-used. I use really nice german screw clamps...
• Re: Don't Leave Home Without Them: Hoses/Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:12:02 -0700
  hi, what are "clampable hose bridges ." ? hose juction /connector pieces ? Must be what you mean. a bridge is ...... .......you know. is there any hose...
• Re: Stock "squeeze" hose clamps
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 3 Jan 2011 12:57:59 -0600
  Jeff, http://www.mysears.com/Craftsman-Cable-Operated-Hose-Clamp-Pliers-reviews They make another set that doesn't have the cable "remote: but...
• Re: How to tighten vent wing
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Fri, 8 Aug 2014 15:38:40 +0000
  ...The passenger one does not do this. > I know that there is a pinch clamp inside the door to keep this from > happening. I...
• Re: fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Sat, 4 Jan 2003 15:11:16 -0500
  ...My preference is to cut off these metal "clamps" (round metal jeeber) with a large pair of side-cutters and use a new fuel...
• Front heater valve external leak
  Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
  Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:40:25 -0300
  ...I thought at first it was the spring clamp on the 5/8" heater hose so I put the old worm drive clamp on...
• Re: Fuel Hose Clamps
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:07:03 -0500
  ...Anyone have > a > good (easy) way of removing the original steel crimp clamps? > > > > BobC >
• Re: those of you who have installed a fuel line replacement kit read!
  Historical mailing list - Pascal Giasson
  Sun, 30 Oct 2005 21:06:10 -0500
  ...BTW what brand of clamp do you have? ABA stainless? Do you think your problem is with the hose or the clamps? Thanks Pascal...
• Re: fuel tank update
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:06:07 -0700
  ah.........say what ? spring type hose clamps are not used anywhere in the fuel system. it's either crimp style from the factory........or...
• Re: proper battery fit
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Egeln
  Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:09:04 -0700
  ...Walton's store works just fine with the clamp. The clamp goes with the horizontal foot facing forward, and the vertical riser forming the...
• proper battery fit
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:49:36 -0500
  ...Now, there is a clamp. My understanding was that it fits down the side of the battery facing front, and onto the "foot" on...
• different coolant hose clamp
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:09:25 -0700
  ...A heat-shrink coolant hose "clamp": http://www.gates.com/brochure.cfm?brochure=927&location_id=546 Has anyone tried this? Richard
• Re: Front Heater Valve Replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Feb 2000 09:34:52 EST
  How about using two small wood clamps with a couple of pieces of wood each to clamp the hoses coming into and going out...
• Re: fuel line replacement
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Thu, 3 Jun 2010 20:07:14 -0400
  ...You can always trim 1/2in of the hose off the end that will inevitably be damaged by the inferior clamp and use a...
• Re: Poor man's awning
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 14 Jun 1999 21:58:59 -0500
  I think some more design is required - the tarp will pull out of the spring clamps, just when you need them most. How about...