| Author |
Message |
djkeev 
Samba Moderator
Joined: September 30, 2007
Posts: 26283
Location: North West New Jersey
|
|
| Back to top |
|
 |
uberaudi
Samba Member
Joined: June 24, 2013
Posts: 299
Location: Hi-top Country
|
 Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 11:16 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
 |
|
I don't know anything about the Bostig leak, but Great Stuff sealant is exactly as the name implies. Unfortunately, I always seem to use one squeeze out of a tube before it expires. It's somewhat spendy, but so are unnecessary oil changes.
I guess this could be a luxury tool?
_________________
'84 Adventurewagen ABA, '86 Syncro Tintop, '89 Tintop 1Z Tdi, and fringe Vanagons that follow me home. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
jwallis
Samba Member
Joined: March 02, 2012
Posts: 486
Location: Austin
|
| Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 10:46 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
With the Bostig conversion, a notorious piece is the high capacity oil pan leak. Is there a hilomar sealant that would be appropriate?
I have tried red rtv and permatex aviation sealant, which is recommended by lots of bostig people. Both leaked.
_________________
Love your van.. Keep it Safe! Check out www.thevantracker.com!
Youtube vids covering brakes, bearings, CV joints, 1.9/2.1 cooling system, Bostig and more... |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
jimf909
Samba Member
Joined: April 03, 2014
Posts: 5074
Location: Seattle
|
| Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 9:53 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
I'm waiting for the Roomba version, now that would be luxury.
_________________
Current: 1990 Westy Camper - Bostig RG4, 2wd, manual trans w/Peloquin, NAHT high-top, Flash Silver, seam rust, bondo, etc., etc.
Past: 1985 Westy Camper - 1.9 wbx, 2wd, manual trans, Merian Brown, (sold after 17 years to Northwesty who converted it to a Syncro). |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
djkeev
Samba Moderator
Joined: September 30, 2007
Posts: 26283
Location: North West New Jersey
|
|
| Back to top |
|
|
DanHoug
Samba Member
Joined: December 05, 2016
Posts: 2363
Location: Bemidji, MN
|
| Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 3:40 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
there was a sale on a 'garage pack' of Hylomar... couldn't resist!
_________________
-dan
87 Westy, 2.1 w/ 4 spd ratty but reliable.
89 Westy, gorgeous, stock 2.1 w/ 4 spd. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
shagginwagon83
Samba Member
Joined: February 07, 2016
Posts: 2865
Location: VA/TN
|
|
| Back to top |
|
|
clift_d
Samba Member
Joined: December 02, 2012
Posts: 214
Location: Hackney innit, UK
|
| Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2020 7:19 am Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
Well done - it makes that 46mm nut really easy doesn't it.
The main disadvantage I spotted with the cheap torque multipliers, aside from build quality, is that they don't tell you what torque ratio you're getting, although you could probably work it out by comparing input to output rotations.
_________________
1988 LHD T25 1.6TD Westfalia Club Joker syncro |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Abscate
Samba Member
Joined: October 05, 2014
Posts: 15585
Location: NYC/Upstate/ROW
|
| Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2020 5:00 am Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
| Steve M. wrote: |
| fxr wrote: |
Bloody hell! A four foot 3/4" breaker bar and 46mm socket came to ~$75 for me on Ebay a couple of years ago. The breaker bar has proved its worth on several other projects as well.  |
Yep, I got that too. Plus 2 pieces of 4' pipe for extended leverage that fit inside each other for easier storage to fit over the end of the breaker bar and the torque wrench I use to put the nut back on.
I know for a fact from experience that a Torque Multiplier is faster and easier then using that setup. I can also use a smaller torque wrench. When you're by yourself with only two hands it is easier.
One little trick if you have questionable quality 46mm socket it is a good idea to put a hose clamp around the end that fits over the nut to keep it from cracking. Works on all cheap socket sets you buy at the flea markets! |
Why waste a hose clamp when you can steal a zip tie from a wheel chair bound person? They can’t chase you , either.
_________________
.ssS! |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
markswagen
Samba Member
Joined: January 28, 2018
Posts: 591
Location: san diego
|
| Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2020 9:44 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
l considered similar, but ended up with a milwaukee 1/2'' impact.
similar cost, less effort on my part 
i fancy the 3/4'' milwaukee impact, also.
_________________
markswagen {mobile mechanic} san diego area all early VW's cared for.
619 201 0310 |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Steve M.
Samba Member
Joined: July 30, 2013
Posts: 5336
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Fl.
|
| Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2020 8:50 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
| fxr wrote: |
| Bloody hell! A four foot 3/4" breaker bar and 46mm socket came to ~$75 for me on Ebay a couple of years ago. The breaker bar has proved its worth on several other projects as well. |
Yep, I got that too. Plus 2 pieces of 4' pipe for extended leverage that fit inside each other for easier storage to fit over the end of the breaker bar and the torque wrench I use to put the nut back on.
I know for a fact from experience that a Torque Multiplier is faster and easier then using that setup. I can also use a smaller torque wrench. When you're by yourself with only two hands it is easier.
One little trick if you have questionable quality 46mm socket it is a good idea to put a hose clamp around the end that fits over the nut to keep it from cracking. Works on all cheap socket sets you buy at the flea markets!
_________________
This free advice is worth exactly what you paid for it.
There are seven days in a week. Someday is not one of them. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
fxr
Samba Member
Joined: December 07, 2014
Posts: 1418
Location: Bay area CA
|
| Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2020 7:43 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
Bloody hell! A four foot 3/4" breaker bar and 46mm socket came to ~$75 for me on Ebay a couple of years ago. The breaker bar has proved its worth on several other projects as well.
_________________
Jim Crowther
1984 1.9l EJ22 Westy Wolfsburg Edition
Vespa GTS 300 |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Steve M.
Samba Member
Joined: July 30, 2013
Posts: 5336
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Fl.
|
| Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2020 2:07 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
I just spent some bucks on a torque multiplier to get the rear axle nut off and back on again a bit easier.
Proto Torque Multiplier J6202A
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002FCLA9Q?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image
There is less expensive ones listed on Amazon, but I wanted an American vender as opposed to the imports.
_________________
This free advice is worth exactly what you paid for it.
There are seven days in a week. Someday is not one of them. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
jimf909
Samba Member
Joined: April 03, 2014
Posts: 5074
Location: Seattle
|
| Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2020 9:12 am Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
After years of hacking away with cheap syringes, etc. I bought the first MityVac mentioned above and appreciate the it was worth spending $25 on.
It looks like amazon sells the HF pump under different brands for a few bucks more...
https://www.amazon.com/Koehler-Enterprises-RA990-M...HVR97JT94D
_________________
Current: 1990 Westy Camper - Bostig RG4, 2wd, manual trans w/Peloquin, NAHT high-top, Flash Silver, seam rust, bondo, etc., etc.
Past: 1985 Westy Camper - 1.9 wbx, 2wd, manual trans, Merian Brown, (sold after 17 years to Northwesty who converted it to a Syncro). |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
campism
Samba Member
Joined: September 07, 2007
Posts: 3860
Location: Richmond VA
|
| Posted: Sun Dec 06, 2020 6:37 am Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
| revolution337 wrote: |
| campism wrote: |
If you like to think of "luxury" as perceived benefit instead of actual cost, then this $7 Harbor Freight transfer pump will have you eating bonbons and sipping bubbly when the job of changing your trans lube is done.
One caveat: if you don't shorten the intake tube be sure to route it into the supply vessel in a piece of PVC to keep the red plastic tube from curling inside the container and sucking air.
Two caveat: gear lube is pretty viscous so be patient and don't force it.
|
For a little more coin, I much prefer this tool. I use it daily around the shop.
https://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-MVA6851-Automotive-...merReviews
They even offer a larger, 1.5 liter version, which I also own and use occasionally.
https://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-MVA6852-Fluid-Extra...P5EWYVGZV1 |
I get it, but the HF tool is a transfer pump. Pulls fluid out of the supply vessel on the upstroke and sends it to the receiving vessel on the downstroke without having to move the hoses around. Extremely helpful for my working conditions at that moment.
_________________
'87 Westy in Wolfram Grey Metallic |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
DanHoug
Samba Member
Joined: December 05, 2016
Posts: 2363
Location: Bemidji, MN
|
| Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 3:42 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
here's a useful tool i cobbled up... an impact screwdriver/torx/etc. using the Holy Grail of impact hammers, the Snap On PH3050, i welded a blank Parker .401 impact shank to an old 3/8" extension with a hole thru it. attach any tool to the drive part. this allows one to hammer away on a #$%@ screw while applying only slight torque with the crossbar. after beating the beejeezus out of them, the screws seem to always yield.
_________________
-dan
87 Westy, 2.1 w/ 4 spd ratty but reliable.
89 Westy, gorgeous, stock 2.1 w/ 4 spd. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Jake de Villiers
Samba Member
Joined: October 24, 2007
Posts: 5554
Location: Crescent Beach, BC
|
|
| Back to top |
|
|
revolution337
Samba Member
Joined: May 23, 2009
Posts: 145
Location: Pennsylvania
|
| Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 12:06 pm Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
| campism wrote: |
If you like to think of "luxury" as perceived benefit instead of actual cost, then this $7 Harbor Freight transfer pump will have you eating bonbons and sipping bubbly when the job of changing your trans lube is done.
One caveat: if you don't shorten the intake tube be sure to route it into the supply vessel in a piece of PVC to keep the red plastic tube from curling inside the container and sucking air.
Two caveat: gear lube is pretty viscous so be patient and don't force it.
|
For a little more coin, I much prefer this tool. I use it daily around the shop.
https://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-MVA6851-Automotive-...merReviews
They even offer a larger, 1.5 liter version, which I also own and use occasionally.
https://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-MVA6852-Fluid-Extra...P5EWYVGZV1
_________________
1982 Westfalia AEB 1.8t
2017 VW Golf Sportwagen
2001 Audi A4 4.2 V8 swapped |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
markswagen
Samba Member
Joined: January 28, 2018
Posts: 591
Location: san diego
|
| Posted: Sat Dec 05, 2020 11:52 am Post subject: Re: Luxury Tools |
|
|
i don't know what kind of magazines you had access to, yikes.
| dobryan wrote: |
| Looks like something you’d see in the back of certain magazines in my younger days. |
_________________
markswagen {mobile mechanic} san diego area all early VW's cared for.
619 201 0310 |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
dobryan
Samba Member
Joined: March 24, 2006
Posts: 12978
Location: Brookeville, MD
|
|
| Back to top |
|
|
|
