--- In ev_update@..., Gbnvic@a... wrote:
The VW tools are ordered directly from Zelenda. Dealers normally
don't supply
them. Ask if they have any used available, as they serve as a
clearinghouse
for the tools when mechanics don't need them. The tools aren't
cheap, but all
three listed below will cost you less than paying the labor for the
timing
belt job.
Zelenda Phone# 800 221 0126
Counter holder 3248a (secures vibration damper to remove crank bolt)
Ribbed belt install tool 3299 (works REALLY well)
Another essential tool for removing the front axles (for changing
CV boots,
etc, NOT used for timing belt) is
Support frames 3250
Comments on the job: replace the water pump at the same time.
However, in
order to replace the pump, you must remove the rear timing belt
plate. To get
the plate off, you need to remove the cam shaft sprocket. I was
unable to get
the bolt off this sprocket (even while using the special Snap-on
tool made
for the purpose), so I ended up bending the plate-didn't go back
right and I
had to wire the top of it back to prevent rubbing noises. That was
the only
bad part of the job. I imagine without the other tools parts of the
job could
be bad-especially getting the bolt off the crank.
-gb
While Mike has a valid point about having more time, I like to do
other things with my time!
If the tool isn't too expensive, I'll usually spring for them; they
make the job easier, take less time, and are a selling point when its
time to part with the van (if you do all of you own work, the next
buyer is going to believe it when he/she sees the receipts and tools
they get with the buy).
Thanks for letting us know about the tool.
Jerry
