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.

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL INFO@DELASYNCRO IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE TOOLS AND WHY WE PICKED THEM

Tool roll: https://amzn.to/3rqe24B

Wire stripper/crimper: https://amzn.to/3XLmqYq

Wire connectors: https://amzn.to/3PSInmd

Multimeter: https://amzn.to/43hlv2R

Fuses: https://amzn.to/3pOtcA8

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 ;) *note, leave the PZ 2 / 3 bit at home https://amzn.to/3PMQssM

Small multi bit set: https://amzn.to/3ObOmkQ

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/4a8i81E

Needlenose Vise Grips: https://amzn.to/44iIZWX

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

Adjustable Wrench: https://amzn.to/46N3eOa

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: this https://amzn.to/44nelMR or this one 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/3y34Ypo or this one https://amzn.to/44liZKs

M8 long triple square . For CV joint bolts: this one https://amzn.to/4a3DAEU or this one https://amzn.to/44ECZr1 

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/3JIdmgL

M17 hex bit allen socket. used for the transaxel/gearbox drain and fill plugs: https://amzn.to/44giTDM 

Allen key set: Metric 1.5 mm to 8 mm: https://amzn.to/3PQDE4A

Utility knife: https://amzn.to/3Us0jVu

Black electrical tape. Good quality like 3M: https://amzn.to/3UsFE3A

Black Duct/Gorrila tape: https://amzn.to/3QsIUeg

Anti-seize paste: https://amzn.to/3NNZao8

Dielectric grease: https://amzn.to/46LkzXs

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