Squareback hatch spring removal

grandpa pete · Posted: Fri Apr 18, 2014 6:18 pm Post subject: Squareback hatch spring removal

How do I get these springs out so I can use them on another vehicle...Anyone know what tools work or any help appreciated
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Mike Fisher · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2014 6:22 am Post subject:

VW Type 3 Factory Manual 1965 edition:
http://home.clara.net/hallvw/technical/tailgate.htm
I have a small pry bar with a hook that worked for this job. Go slow & careful!
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ddare · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2014 7:03 am Post subject:

That job is a sonavabitch. I had to replace one of my hinges and fabricated a tool like the VW 709 one below. Once you have the tension off the torsion bar the springs should be removable. But it takes a lot of torque! I had to get a buddy to help because you really need someone to hold the pry bar.

grandpa pete · Posted: Sat Apr 19, 2014 5:05 pm Post subject:

Great Info ...Thanks...............Initial measurements show possibility of using squareback hatch springs for cut down bus hatch on my special project....( link below ).....cool
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