Date:         Tue, 7 Feb 2012 20:57:01 -0800
Reply-To:     Jim Arnott <jrasite@EONI.COM>
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From:         Jim Arnott <jrasite@EONI.COM>
Subject:      Tools and spare parts
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Folks frequently ask what tools and spare parts to carry.  I was
reviewing a couple of my websites that I haven't touched in a decade
and came across this list:

<http://wetwesties1.tripod.com/Journeys2/index.html>

Instructions for
Tropical Climate Operation
Chapter 5 - Tools and accessories

       The standard tool kit should be supplemented by a set of extra
tools which can be obtained from any VW Dealer. It is advisable to
have the application of the various tools explained briefly by the
service personnel.

       Experience has proved that the following items can be very
useful and are well worth carrying:

       1 Set of extra tools, Part No. 111 016 025
       Canister for reserve fuel as required
       1 Grease gun (normal and high melting point grease as required)
       5 Quarts of SAE 20 engine oil (for oil bath air cleaner)
       1 Towrope
       1 Block and tackle
       5 Quarts of SAE 90 transmission oil
       1 Tin of Genuine VW Brake Fluid
       1 Bottle of distilled water
       1 Tire pump
       1 Tire pressure gauge
       1 Inspection lamp (a suitable socket must be installed in the
vehicle)
       1 Support block (for eample - a board for placing under the
jack. On soft ground a hub cap can be used as a support)
       1 Tire repair kit
       1 Compressed air bottle for tire inflation
       1 Fuel funnel with sieve and leather filter
       1 Fire etinguisher
       1 First-aid kit
       Two rolls of wire netting 50-60cm wide and 6 metres long can
also be very handy in sandy areas.

6 - Spare parts

     * The spare parts to be taken should be limited to the essential
parts subject to the most wear or accidental damage as the space and
weight required can only be obtained at the expense of the remaining
equipment. Furthermore the VW Service Organisation guarantees the
availability of genuine spare parts in 100 different countries all
over the world.

       It is also an unfortunate fact that even the most carefully
thought out collection will not meet every emergency.

       The following list of spare parts is only a rough general guide
and the proper parts for the vehicle ccncerned should be listed by a
VW Dealer who will also be able to quote the correct part numbers.

       Suggested parts for the Passenger Car and Transporter:
       1 Oil drain plug
       1 Fuel pump

       For the rear axle:
       2 Axle dust sleeves, split

       For the brake system:
       1 Front brake hose
       1 Rear brake hose

       For the electrical system:
       3 Fan belts
       1 Ignition coil
       2 Sets of contact breaker points
       12 Sets of fuses
       2 Windshield wiper arms with blades
       1 Set of bulbs


All for your 1960 Sedan or Transporter.

Instructions for
Tropical Climate Operation
Group Z4
September 1960
534 074 20
VOKSWGENWERK AG
Service Department

Oh, you don't have a 1960 Transporter?

Well, this is the list for your 1984 Transporter:

< http://wetwesties.tripod.com/Journeys1/16.html>

Have fun. It IS a good place to start!

Jim