Club 80-90 Forums

Hi, had the same issue when replacing the backing plates, rubbing on the drum. One did scream and squeal, very embarassing driving around town. After a few miles you'll see where it rubs. Just a piece of wood, a hammer and some whacking did the trick. These newer plates (I had no original replacemen...

Hi, is it rattling or shaking, that you experience? Rattling could mean an empty hydraulic valve that needs to fill up with oil during a short periode after starting. If it's the engine that shakes, that would/could be a nonfunctioning engine mount. I experienced both: I replaced a partly torn engin...

Connections of the vacuumsystem? Had the same symptoms a few years back. Under load the connections of the vacuumhoses can break loose. Another thing to look for is the small plug on the back ( ie front faced) side of your carb.

I meant the firms like Westfalia who got the vans direct from the factory. But, it's just an assumption...

My 1980 Westfalia Joker ( Aircooled) has the same badge. I think they were used on all the official camper conversions?

Rolf

Hey guys anything bought from jk is usually bad quality that's just from our experience anyway your best bet is to get it from brickwerks they use the best quality parts which may be more expensive but at least they work. Not totally fair. JK saved my vacation this year. We had a failing alternator...

I think I've now found the problem which is causing the air leak. It looks like there should be a core plug at the rear of the carb but it has come out and can't find it lying around the engine. I have sourced a supplier but don't know what size or type I need to order ie dish or cap. Any ideas? Ma...

Vacuum hoses checked and all the connections as well?

Rolf

Jed at cvc sells boxes that fit, also a weather-proof bag that takes all three. I've bought this set from cvc this year: two sturdy boxes in a flexible weather-proof bag. Love it: very versatile, you can put the boxes in our leave them out put to pack other stuff in the bag. Lost of space but not t...