I usually just purchase a box of thick-wall nitrile gloves. (Shamrock brand)
They work perfectly for any car chore and will not let your hands get yucky.
Sudhir

On 12/21/06, Jack R <jack007@comcast.net> wrote:
> Loren,
>
> If we can get 12 list members to buy these... I think they would be a great
> accessory for safety in Vanagon operation!  Kevlar is an insulator, and cut
> resistant.
>
> http://abcsafetyglasses.com/mly-9687l.html
>
> $80 a dozen.
>
> Kevlar stitched glove, Bear Kat w/ Blue latex palm (1 dozen pair) (sold by
> the dozen)
> When you need comfort, sensitivity and cut resistance, Memphis Glove offers
> you the next level in the KEVLARR Plus line of products.
>
> Made of 100% DuPontT KEVLARR Plus fiber which is five times stronger than
> steel on an equal weight basis. With 18% greater cut resistance than
> standard KEVLARR for maximum protection, Memphis Glove's newest line of
> KEVLARR Plus products feature knitted wrists for extra protection.
>
> These gloves offer protection in electrical work since KEVLARR Plus will not
> ignite or conduct electricity.
>
> Gloves made of KEVLARR Plus are only available through DuPontT licensed
> manufacturers.
>
>
> DuPontT KEVLARR brand fiber for high tensile strength relative to its weight
> - up to five times stronger than steel
> 18% greater cut resistance than standard KEVLARR brand fiber for maximum
> protection
> Will not ignite, melt or conduct electricity
> High durability in cut resistance
> High comfort Level
> Allows manual dexterity
> Use as gloves or glove liners
> Launderable
>
> Jack
>