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August 04, 2011, 08:50:39 am

92EcoDiesel Jetta

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a wooden timing plug tool
« on: August 04, 2011, 08:50:39 am »
Not sure if I posted this already. I couldn't find the black iron plumbing bushing which fits the timing mark plug and didn't want to run to the store to look for another so made one out of a wooden dowel. Took only minutes to make and works better than the bushing which needed a small pipe wrench to turn. With a long screwdriver you have a clear shot at the plug for easy removal.

I drew a 27 mm hex on the end of the dowel and used a knife for the hex and a saw for the slot.

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Reply #1August 04, 2011, 11:01:47 am

VWCaddy

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Re: a wooden timing plug tool
« Reply #1 on: August 04, 2011, 11:01:47 am »
I made a tool like that maybe 15 years ago and it worked fine.  I think I still have it some place.
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Reply #2August 04, 2011, 11:45:55 pm

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Re: a wooden timing plug tool
« Reply #2 on: August 04, 2011, 11:45:55 pm »
I have 2 or 3 sockets that work.
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Reply #3August 06, 2011, 05:50:54 pm

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« Reply #3 on: August 06, 2011, 05:50:54 pm »
I find a bolt with a head that fits the plug, and then lock two nuts on the other end to give you something to turn with.
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Reply #4August 08, 2011, 01:51:09 am

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Re: a wooden timing plug tool
« Reply #4 on: August 08, 2011, 01:51:09 am »
Hey guys, great idea to remove that plug !

I can't locate anyone that sells the plug and mine is missing. Everybody that has a spare trans doesn't want to part with theirs.

Any ideas where I can buy a replacement plug ?

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