I got an answer from the list on this one a few months ago. Use an articulated or maybe better described as a U joint fitting for your 3/8 drive and a short extension. This worked fine for me. A few responses suggested two in tandem to make the bend. Hope this helps. Owen 84 Westy ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dan Barrett" <nullpointer@POBOX.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Tuesday, November 18, 2003 11:13 PM Subject: oil filler tube top nut
> Volks, > Can anyone enlighten me as to the best way to tighten the upper nut on the oil > filler tube, where the tube bolts to the block? I can't for the life of me > get a wrench in there. > > d. > 1990 GL -- "Mudskipper" > |
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