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Many thanks for the above replies, and many thanks to Doug for directing me to a VW Garage in a strange & different land!


Kev

Can anyone tell me the correct set up / alignment for the alternator / water pump / /crank belts on a 1.6 TD 1989 engine. The reason I ask is that I have just had the water pump & alternator replaced as the alternator belt kept snapping even after re tensioning. The original set up was a large b...

Lost power to clock, interior lights and radio. Located blown fuse but I cannot change it as keeps shorting somewhere. Am I missing some other bit of kit which is still on or is it maybe a problem with the wiring? If it's the wiring I'll call in an Electrician. However, would this require me to take...

That's a great help, thanks fella's.


Kev

For some reason I'm finding hard to source the allen head bolts which secure the water pump pulley. The current ones will almost certainly snap when I attempt removal as they will not move but they have to!! Anyone any bright ideas? I've tried the usual suspects JK. GSF, VW Heaven, Megabug and other...

Just had my alternator belt replaced as previous snapped through age/wear & tear. It looked secure, little bit of play, not too much. However, as soon as I move away I get the screeching sound normally associated with a slipping or worn belt. It's very loud in 1st and gradually reduces 'til 4th....

Many thanks for the advice guys. Insurance are looking into it at the mo, but the type of window is confusing them!!


For synchrospares: Do you mean from suppliers in the UK or generally? As far as I can see, there only seems to be Gunzl's for a new window. Is there a UK supplier?

Cheers

Kev

Some to**pot has fired what looks like a fishing weight through my sliding door window. It is the original westy plastic double glazed model. The hole, which is about 3" diameter, is through both panes of the panel. So, I'm thinking something like a catapult was used! Anyway, can it be fixed? I...

Errr site is big and away from street noise I recall it being a tad expensive what sort of places interest you ..Bif Tam is right is walkable to Marina and lots of shops and restaurants down there , also to save trying to park you can get no 7 bus into town from Marina are lanes and north laines , ...

We're staying at the Sheepcote Valley site in a coupla weeks, does anyone know it, is it ok?

Also, I know about the lanes, the Royal Pavillion, the sea front etc..... very nice, but any other bits I should be lookin' at in Brighton (we like to eat out and wander about a lot!


Cheers

Kev

London's a big place where are you? I bought my van from www.middlesexmotorcaravans.co.uk which is in Stanmore / Edgware, right on the NW London border I know but he's a knowledgeable bloke and always has a high turnover of stock.


Kev

Just returned from the Loire, covered a fair few miles, stayed in the three good campsites, the van performed faultlessly. It is a wonderful area, will re visit because you cannot possibly cover it all in a week and a half. Many thanks to Mrs pepperami & Vic 20 for the advice, it was spot on. Al...

I opened my water tank to clean ready for refilling (the tank has been empty for some time) but noticed an oily liquid in the bottom of the tank. Could this have leaked from the water level sensor that screws into the lid or do I need to be investigating other areas? Any advice much appreciated. 1.6...

Sorry for not mentioning engine type :roll: it is a standard 1.6TD. Thanks for the possibilities i will investigat asap. Although as we speak, no smoke or oily exhaust!!

Kev

I think my turbo may not be functioning properly or at all (based on the fact that it doesn't kick in at speed as it should). My questions are: How can I check without the means to have a look underneath? If I can get underneath is there obvious areas to look for, or is it worth just taking the van ...