DeLaSyncro Vanagon Tool list
So what tools should you keep in your van?
Over the years I have complied a list of the tools I keep in my Vanagon when traveling. Purchasing these tools through the links below really helps DeLaSyncro to keep on keeping on (we get a small percentage which helps to pay for this website) This set has been thought out to give every Westy owner what they need to help themselves and possibly a fellow westy owner. You may not intend to use these tools personally, but in a pinch someone could help you with these tools.
It all starts with your tool storage. After many years of trying different tool carrying options, I have found this style of tool roll to be the best. Using this tool roll, all the tools can be organized like with like. Let me assure you that rummaging around for a socket or accidentally dumping a whole plastic kit of sockets, just plain sucks when you are on the side of the road.
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Screw drivers: #1, 2 and 3 Philips, Standard (flat) This multi-bit screwdriver has all the sizes mentioned above: and can be used with the next few items in the list ;) https://amzn.to/3PMQssM
Six inch extension to use in the screwdriver and small bit set above: https://amzn.to/44ne9we
Nut driver bit set: Helpful for tightening clamps and other things and works with the above sets: https://amzn.to/3PVv04T
Needle Nose Pliers, Channel Locks, Side Cutter set. https://amzn.to/3NQlJs4
Wrenches 8mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 17mm, 19mm, this set was selected because they are long and easy for a beginner to use and get decent leverage: https://amzn.to/3NNPTwk
Sockets: Metric socket set with a 3/8” drive with sizes ranging from 7mm to 19mm. This set below meets most of the criteria well for the money I would highly consider it. I have not used it personally but it was the only one I found that packed the most needed with the least unneeded and it has pass-through sockets so you don't need to carry multiple depths and it works very well in hard-to-reach and tight places: https://amzn.to/3JVA3OV
Breaker bar or pipe for additional leverage. This set comes with the three common size sockets for removing wheels ( can also be used with an adaptor to get more leverage on your other sockets) : https://amzn.to/3PPlkc9
Magnetic spark plug 13/16” socket ( if you have an engine conversion you may need 5/8 ): https://amzn.to/44liZKs
M6 long hex bit. Some models use this for CV joint bolts but it is also very useful for lots of other bolts in your vanagon: https://amzn.to/43l0kNw
M17 hex bit allen socket. used for the transaxel/gearbox drain and fill plugs: https://amzn.to/44giTDM
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