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• Re: Current coolant hose repairs
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 17 Dec 2022 12:56:35 -0500
  ...That took longer then I thought and more effort. >>> >>> One of the challenges was that the spring clamps, though the correct size would not...
• Re: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
  Historical mailing list - M. Jade
  Wed, 23 Feb 2011 23:32:51 -0800
  ...not all hose clamps are equal. I never use the american style with sharp edges.� I don't like springey original vanagons either. I...
• Re: Lug nut lubrication or not?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Denis
  Sun, 4 Feb 2001 16:22:00 EST
  ...not so much that it overcomes the clamping force of the stud/bolt. This is how "spring" or "warpy" washers work to lock fasteners...
• Re: Still Confused about Syncro CV Boots
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 12 Feb 2001 14:06:39 -0800
  ...both ends with a clamp, some bolts (which are the same > length as > the rear bolts), the spring washer, spring clip and some grease...
• Fuel hoses-getting the "right stuff"
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 18 Dec 2003 19:55:06 -0500
  ...The correct clamps will be either smooth inside lined, crimps, or the self adjusting spring clips. I prefer stainless inside lined and make sure...
• Re: [Diesel-Vanagon] Re: Diesel Vanagon Exhaust Design
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 21 Dec 2012 19:00:05 -0600
  > There is a special tool for those spring clamps. > >> >>> >>> It's called a come-along. Put one hook on a c-clip, the other...
• Re: Thermostat housing
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:36:16 -0400
  If you don't already Spring Clamp Pliers, I suggest you purchase or borrow one. They make this job sooo much easier. http://www...
• re. More Rabbit expertise needed
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
  Thu, 10 Oct 2002 22:44:51 -0700
  ...I made a couple of "wedge" style expanders for the "C" spring clamp. All they are is a sqaurish flat plate slightly tapered at...
• Re: 2.1 exhaust spring washers
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 3 May 2014 08:38:48 -0400
  ...along with the spring washers, will this maintain a snug fit that can flex by use of a steady clamping force on the donuts...
• Re: Heater hoses
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 10 Feb 2008 15:46:01 -0800
  ...Other than a little difficulty getting the spring clamps over the slightly larger than stock outside diameter, it works great. The rear heater uses...
• JUST TINKERING WITH MY '84 GL WHEN......
  Historical mailing list - mike
  Sun, 10 Jan 1999 13:56:42 -0600
  ...I CHANGED MY FUEL FILTER BUT WAS UNABLE TO GET TO THE CLAMPS OR FUEL LINE (THAT PROBABLY NEEDED TO BE CHANGED MORE THAN...
• Re: More leaks
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 12 Jan 2016 17:53:56 -0500
  ...The factory in later years went to spring type clamps for most of the hose on plastic part connections. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon...
• Coolant change questions
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:51:31 -0500
  ...I have new hoses and spring clamps. I expect just about all the coolant to come out. So, How much coolant is in their...
• Re: Heater Leak
  Historical mailing list - Coby Smolens
  Tue, 29 Jun 1999 11:01:04 -0700
  ...Clamp > them upstream enough so that you can back the spring clamps off the > fitting. * Release spring clamp on lower hose and remove; allow...
• Re: More leaks
  Historical mailing list - vw_van_fan_Mark
  Tue, 12 Jan 2016 18:53:00 -0800
  ...Maybe I should use a screw down clamp on > the tube rather than the spring clamp? > > Stuart > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Re: Want advice on awning
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Sun, 11 May 2003 01:38:20 -0500
  ...The price? $160.00 for everything ; Sunbrella, 3 extendable poles, 4 spring clamps, stakes and ropes. Not too bad for a custom made unit...
• Re: How can this be?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Sun, 5 Jun 2005 18:23:07 -0600
  ...I'm > wondering if I didn't get the spring clamp on correctly. It's in an awkward > spot and maybe I didn't...
• Re: HOW DO YOU, fuel line question
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Tue, 28 Feb 2006 15:28:23 -0800
  ...And Almost agreed on was the spring-type rather than screw-type clamps, for leak-proof connections... Zoltan <zolo@FOXINTERNET.NET> wrote: I must...
• spring vs gear clamps on silicone hose Re: Silcone Coolants lines ???Re: 85 Gl Auto Tranny 5/8" Coolant Hoses to Tranny Cooler Busted-
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Sat, 2 Jun 2007 10:06:19 -0700
  Gawd I gotta stop talking to myself :) I friend mentioned he heard some shop talk that you should really use spring clamp on silicone...
• Oil filter cooler hoses
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 3 Mar 1997 18:21:43 -0800
  ...around in those hoses? I found I could not pinch the spring clamps after draining the cooling system over the weekend (at least with...
• Re: Tarp or awning, how to set up! Was: Shady Boy awning
  Historical mailing list - mac stricklen
  Fri, 23 Oct 1998 08:43:24 -0700
  ...But they're spring loaded clamps that carpenters might use to hold together two pieces of wood that had just been glued. They're...
• Re: Vexing Subtle Misfire Issues
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Sun, 22 Apr 2007 20:48:47 -0400
  ...An adjustment to the AFM spring could correct it. Was the spare AFM new? If not they both could have a fatigued spring. Do...
• Re: Flex Neck LED Lamp
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 2 Sep 2012 09:02:58 -0400
  ...The clamp allows it to be easily clamped to a table or other >> object. >> >> The batteries corroded the insides and the little metal connectors...
• Re: How can this be?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 5 Jun 2005 20:08:45 -0400
  ...The spring clamp may also be weal from age. They do fatigue and they should be replaced with the hoses or radiator. The water...
• Re: Coolant Pump Gently Weeping
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 6 May 2016 11:00:18 -0700
  ...I had tough time with the strangest things... -spring clamps!!!! Caused me 4 hours of diddling in the middle of the night; and possibly...
• Re: Where do I get a hose clamp removal tool?
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 2 Apr 2005 13:26:24 -0800
  ...that exists specifically designed to be used with the VW spring loaded hose clamps? If it exists, where do I get it from? Cheers...
• Was GoWesty 2wd springs! Now: Quick and dirty tire fittment trick
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 5 Aug 2010 10:17:04 -0700
  ...These can also be 'compressed', clamped into a tighter "hem" using padded clamps of some type...again increasing clearance between body work and tire...
• Check your fuel lines
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Fri, 4 May 2007 15:33:30 -0500
  ...It specified that the spring type clamps must be used at fittings because of the tnedency for the fuel line to shrink and thus...
• Re: Coercing the radiator hose off
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 4 Jun 2010 11:03:03 -0700
  ...I usually don't re-use the spring clamps. At least two things not-so-great about them. Scott www.turbovans.com Scott www...
• Keeping mirrors in place
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 10 Jun 2008 09:54:07 -0700
  ...If you leave the clamp a bit loose while you adjust the mirror and then 'reef-down' hard on the hose clamp...it will...
• Re: reviews of bus depot ezy awning plus
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:58:16 -0500
  ...The other end of my awning gets clamped to the canopy with spring clamps. I wind up with a 12' x 10' kitchen and...
• Final question Coolant hose replaced
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 26 Nov 2003 14:55:02 -0800
  ...I learned the hard way to put the compression spring clamp on the hose first before putting it in place (after 1/2 hour...
• Re: Cv boots cracking
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:14:07 -0700
  ...But the manual does not show >>> clamps on the inner part of boots on the rear axles. >>> >>> alistair >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On >
• Re: 85 Vanagon/rear window spray nozzle + removing O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Gary Shea
  Mon, 27 Jul 1998 12:36:47 -0600
  ...It has a different looking nut/fastener/clampette on the inside holding the nozzle unit snug to the body. Because the vehicle is in...
• Re: Awning advice
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 25 May 2015 10:45:10 -0500
  ...No spring clamps or extendable poles , ropes or other parts. Spend the money once and enjoy it. > I guess since I don't drink...
• Re: 2.1 hose price deal
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 19 Apr 2004 22:26:50 -0400
  While you are replacing all these hoses, get the proper clamps. VW has superceded most of them to the spring clamp style. Allows for...
• Hydraulic lifters
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 1 Jul 94 10:21:08 CDT
  ...There is a spring inside the tappets that causes them to extend to take up any slack if they can. <-- Pushrod end * ####### * Key: * Barrel...
• Re: [NVC] Clamping tablecloth to picnic table
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sat, 16 Jun 2007 17:34:44 -0700
  ...Ladybug Trailer, Inc., San Juan Capistrano KG6RCR John Bange typed: > The best tablecloth securing devices I have ever seen are the spring steel > clips...
• Re: 20 hours later and a new water pump and a few other things...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Mon, 20 Sep 2004 11:25:52 -0700
  ...hose and it was still loose but I put two black > spring clamps on it to keep it tight. Hopefully this time it will...
• Re: More Rabbit expertise needed
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Fri, 11 Oct 2002 00:38:14 -0400
  ...When I ran into this problem I had the local Midas shop change out the clamps. Of course I was just replacing the clamps...
• Re: GoWesty 1.5 Spring Install - 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Bill Monk
  Mon, 20 May 2013 17:47:46 -0400
  ...Please note that we have not been able to install these springs with most common spring compressors (clamshell and external coil clamp styles) but...
• front heater core valve
  Historical mailing list - Dart 330
  Thu, 6 Jun 2002 21:40:20 -0500
  ...It was very easy after I got the top hose clamped off with vice grips, other then crud falling in my eyes. Took it...
• Re: Bypass coolant pipes under van for rear heater
  Historical mailing list - Joe Federici
  Fri, 6 Jun 2008 17:26:35 -0400
  ...8th in hose connecters from Napa and 4 hose clamps or reuse the spring clips. Basically your going to remove the 2 T's...
• Re: Using gas inline 4 manifold
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Thu, 8 Oct 1998 17:41:09 -0700
  ...used those spring clamps to secure the >manifold to the exhaust pipe? If so, how did you remove and replace those >clamps?! I was...
• coolant leak oil cooler to water pump
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Sun, 28 Oct 2007 09:06:12 -0700
  ...I already have new hoses, cleaned the tube, put spring clamps on. Still leaking. I guess being so close to the exhaust gives it...
• Re: 2.1 crossover tube questions
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 23 Sep 2005 12:43:01 -0700
  ...I replaced the evil cheese-grater clamps on a piece of old heater hose on mine with the spring-type clamps (N 016 404...
• Ignorance was bliss...
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Gilbert
  Sat, 3 Apr 1999 21:39:00 EST
  ...fuel line replacement this spring. Does anyone sell a complete kit, or do I need to purchase hose and clamps a la carte? Thanks...
• Re: Westy Front table survey
  Historical mailing list - W. Silva
  Fri, 16 Apr 1999 13:02:30 -0400
  ...Another quick tip, we bought a bunch of those large spring clamps with red handles, like the carpenters use. We keep a couple clamped...
• Re: leaking fuel hoses
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 16 Jul 2012 18:33:31 -0400
  The fuel hose leaks are a combination of the wrong hose or clamps. This is why they went to the spring clamps as part...
• Re: More leaks
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 13 Jan 2016 10:47:53 -0800
  ...Maybe I should use a screw down clamp on > the tube rather than the spring clamp? > > Stuart > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Re: Re; Window Moulding Tool
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Tue, 20 Jun 2000 11:04:40 -0400
  ...that made a window molding > tool from one of those springy paper clamps and a vise grip. > > -Karl > > > Snap On has them,& Mac Tools...
• Re: coolant leak question...
  Historical mailing list - Grungy
  Fri, 28 Nov 2003 21:01:02 -1000
  ...the long coolant tube? >Sealant? Putty? Two hose-clamps? One of VW's spring-clamps? >-- > >From: Gerald Masar > >On a '90 the plastic tubes...
• Re: Spring Cleaning an Air-cooled Motor
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 20 Mar 2003 16:21:13 -0600
  ...4) If possible continue to use the OEM fuel line clamps. Reasoning is that they fit the hose properly and can be tightened periodically...
• Re: fuel rail/line recall?
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 15 Jun 2004 06:23:43 EDT
  ...Replace the fuel hose attached to the fuel rail and install a new spring type self- tightening clamp. NOTE: Volkswagen of America estimates the...
• Re: replacing oil cooler O-ring
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Thu, 3 Mar 2005 11:44:34 -0800
  ...stuff, stressing it in the process (clamp, loosen, yank; push, tighten, unclamp) and having it possibly spring a leak later. John Bange '90 Vanagon...
• Re: More Rabbit expertise needed
  Historical mailing list - G.M.Bulley
  Fri, 11 Oct 2002 06:26:32 -0400
  Michael-- This is a bad idea (swapping out to bolts because you don't have the proper tool to install the clamps). The clamps...
• rear heater hose plug suggestion
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:59:12 -0700
  ...Found these brass barbed plugs at the local big orange box store and installation took all of 5 minutes using the existing spring clamps...
• Re: valve cover gasket replacement
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 30 Oct 2001 23:50:25 -0500
  ...Flip off those spring clamp things, take out the > old, put in the new. > > thanks, > > > greg.
• Re: Spring Cleaning an Air-cooled Motor
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 20 Mar 2003 17:16:05 -0500
  <snip> Air Cooled engines have lots of hoses with clamps and the hoses need periodic replacement to avoid the flaming death situation. <snip> A...
• Re: 2.1 exhaust spring washers
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Sat, 3 May 2014 09:10:50 -0400
  ...along with the spring washers, > will this maintain a snug fit that can flex by use of a steady clamping > force on the donuts...