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by Mark S
05 Jan 2023, 18:14
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Replacing injector pipes on JX
Replies: 6
Views: 2718

Re: Replacing injector pipes on JX

Hi there, the last time I replaced my pipes it was with the engine out and I had expert help but it looked quite straightforward.  I have replaced my glowplugs in-situ without much drama and luckily that area of the engine is quite accessible.  I would say the most important thing is not to over-tor...
by Mark S
06 Aug 2022, 11:16
Forum: Campers
Topic: Awning Repair Kit
Replies: 1
Views: 420

Awning Repair Kit

1987 Westfalia Joker pop-top, with grey canopy (Egyptian cotton?).  Mine is split at the rear where it folds when stowed.  Split is probably a foot long and growing, and I am looking to repair it by sticking on fabric inside and out.  Have trawled internet for repair kits without much success. I'm g...
by Mark S
21 Jul 2021, 08:25
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Which oil pressure switch?
Replies: 3
Views: 1515

Re: Which oil pressure switch?

Update: finally did the job and the above was good advice.  The old one was white and had always appeared to work (despite seeping oil) so initially I replaced it with white.  I got intermittent "Buzzer of Doom" on the overrun during the first journey.  I then replaced it with black and al...
by Mark S
06 Sep 2020, 09:34
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Which oil pressure switch?
Replies: 3
Views: 1515

Re: Which oil pressure switch?

Great, many thanks. I had a bottom end rebuild and a new head a few years ago and have not done big mileage since, so the lump should be in pretty good nick. I’ll try 1.4 in that case, I think
by Mark S
05 Sep 2020, 16:21
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Which oil pressure switch?
Replies: 3
Views: 1515

Which oil pressure switch?

There is always oil inside the boot of my oil pressure switch atop the filter mounting and so I suspect it might be leaking.  Should be simple job to replace but I see that Brickie is selling four switches of different colours, the only difference between them I can see being operating pressure (0.2...
by Mark S
05 Sep 2020, 16:17
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Rotate oil cooler?
Replies: 2
Views: 902

Re: Rotate oil cooler?

Thanks for this, job done.  Once filter removed it was quite easy to find the thin nut and remove the oil cooler before relocating it the right way.  I was expecting it to be a faff but was pleasantly surprised.  I actually did it before seeing your post but the O-ring looked OK; I'll order a new on...
by Mark S
03 Sep 2020, 13:37
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Rotate oil cooler?
Replies: 2
Views: 902

Rotate oil cooler?

1.9TD (AAZ).  As one of the early AAZ 'pioneers', I have just realised (after 17 years) that my oil cooler (sandwich device between block and oil filter) is mounted incorrectly: my coolant hoses exit towards the rear of the bus while other examples I have found on the internet show them pointing upw...
by Mark S
23 Jul 2020, 12:58
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off
Replies: 18
Views: 4880

Re: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iy_b6WqOoQ

It also says in the blurb that in earlier models the resistor is built into the motor.  HTH.
by Mark S
22 Jul 2020, 13:15
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off
Replies: 18
Views: 4880

Re: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off

That's handy to know, thanks.  I'll see if mine's got a resistor in line as that could explain the loss of Stage 1 (it was built an N/A diesel with a two-speed fan, now TD but fan not changed).  IIRC on mine, the red goes straight from the switch to the motor with only a spade-connector block in the...
by Mark S
20 Jul 2020, 11:32
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off
Replies: 18
Views: 4880

Re: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off

Yes, your fan behaviour seems consistent with Stage 1 being absent (as was the case with mine).  The motor windings seem to be a weak point considering how little work it actually does.  I did buy a new motor from BW but it was the wrong model and had to go back.  The right one seemed as rare as roc...
by Mark S
06 Jul 2020, 13:00
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Coolant Hose Spec
Replies: 8
Views: 2091

Re: Coolant Hose Spec

I'm not clear about the difference between jubilee clips and 'proper' clips, nor why using the former should create problems.  There are clips of some description on the old pipe and that has not shown any problems in the 18 years I have had the bus, so I may as well just refit those, job done.
by Mark S
06 Jul 2020, 11:49
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Coolant Hose Spec
Replies: 8
Views: 2091

Re: Coolant Hose Spec

Thanks for this.  I'll get some 7mm in then.  Take the point about low pressure but may as well whack on a pair of JCs while I'm at it, as they cost pence and guard against any leakage of fluid, particularly at the bottom of the expansion tank.
by Mark S
02 Jul 2020, 12:22
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off
Replies: 18
Views: 4880

Re: Radiator Fan - 20 sec on then off

For your model year the fan is probably two-stage: that is to say that it operates at two power levels (and hence airflow volume) depending on engine temperature.  Stage 1 (low-power mode) is designed for sustained cooling and is supplied directly via the coolant sensor in the rad, while Stage 2 (hi...
by Mark S
02 Jul 2020, 12:02
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Coolant Hose Spec
Replies: 8
Views: 2091

Coolant Hose Spec

1.9 TD AAZ (was 1.6 D CS). Looking to replace the small-diameter hose between the blue 'dalek' cap atop the header tank, and the expansion tank behind the rear flap.  I cannot find anyone selling one so am proposing to buy a length of hose off the reel and a pair of jubilee clips.  Any tips on type,...
by Mark S
29 Apr 2019, 15:01
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: Three-point Seatbelt - 215 Westfalia
Replies: 6
Views: 2908

Re: Three-point Seatbelt - 215 Westfalia

OK, update if anyone interested. The Brickwerks rear-right seatbelt kit arrived and fitting the inertia reel was a gift as the three existing holes in the bodywork lined up perfectly with those in the custom bracket. Fitting the top hanger was also really easy as the threaded hole was already there....