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I have replaced my original 1.7 non turboDiesel engine (1989) with a 1.9 non turbo diesel. I used the exhaust and exhaust manifold from the 1.7 engine. Is this ok or should i be fitting a 1.9 set up and will doing so increase power? The van cruises at 60 and can reach 70 ish but feels slower than wh...

I had this problem, if you take the fridge out you might as well clean the whole thing. remove the baffle from the exhaust chamber clean the chamber ( you can buy a special brush or improvise with a baby bottle brush secured with stiff wire)and the baffle itself - use wire wool/ wet n dry you should...

The engine was fitted as a replacement second hand engine complete.
I was posting this on behalf of someone else, I believe the mechanic fitting the said engine just had a problem getting it going and then blamed the injector, thanks for all the advice anyhow.

Having fitted a new second hand engine, the injector pump doesnt seem to be working. It was working prior to being fitted. Could the injector pump have suffered from being stood unused for a couple of months? It was dry stored?
Anything I can do to get it back to rights?
Thanks

Thanks Simon, I had looked at your link before but didnt think it would suit my van. It is now crystal clear, thanks.

Hi, I need to fit rear seat belts to be able to secure a child seat.
I have a high top camper that started life as a regular type 2.5 panel van. Where can i take the van to get seat belts fitted. I lkive in the west Midlands. I dont mind fitting myself if i can buy the proper kit.

Hi along the same inquiry, my van was originally a panel van, it's been converted to a camper with a rock n roll bed. I also need to fit child safety seat. Any idea where I can get seat belts fitted?
I live in Coventry in the Midlands.
regards

I've just returned from a 1,500 mile trip to France. As my 1.9 diesel engine leaks a few drops of oil I checked the level before any long sections of driving. I did notice oil had been blown onto the back door of the van when doing motorway driving. Anyhow to get to the point when i returned to Blig...

The Grange Garage opposite, Grange PUb, Alfall Road I think in Soke, Coventry is a regular back street garage that will work on vans at a competative rate. Top place for MOT's too. I needed some welding on van for the mot, they just charged £20 extra. My missus discovered the place about 10 years ag...

Having fitted a car engine to my van I need to extend the dipstick to get an oil reading. I found out yesterday that welding dipsticks doesnt work.
Does anyone know if brass brazing would be any better?
If not where can i get tiny rivets?
regards

In the cold light of day I founf the spare set of keys on the seat of my car. My van stereo was still playing northern soul when I got back into it, and it did start!
Thanks for help.

No sorry I havent seen your original post. please email any advice to neil_macdermott@hotmail.com
my latest though is breaking in via my frige vent.

Very funny answer ty

Stupid stupid, I've managed to lock both sets of keys in my van. Am I likely to be able to open my 1989 van with other VW keys, if not which is the cheapest window to pop? I've tried a steel ruler down the window to no avail. One last hope is my roof/sky vent thing, will these open from the outside?...

Stupid stupid, I've managed to lock both sets of keys in my van. Am I likely to be able to open my 1989 van with other VW keys, if not which is the cheapest window to pop? I've tried a steel ruler down the window to no avail. One last hope is my roof/sky vent thing, will these open from the outside?...