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by shepster
31 Mar 2026, 06:04
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Replacing rear drive shaft
Replies: 2
Views: 177

Re: Replacing rear drive shaft

Make sure they are 'built' correctly, by that I mean the one side of the inner race has shamfer on it which goes towards the shaft not the wheel/gearbox. Also they need to be 'clocked' spend a little time on Google and look for videos (yes I'm old) on rebuilding and clocking T25 CV joints, apart fro...
by shepster
25 Mar 2026, 07:01
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Sliding door won’t lock
Replies: 6
Views: 4244

Re: Sliding door won’t lock

Can you lock it from the inside (small lever that moves up and down) if so next check the outer handle to see if the 'locking lug' operates with the key, as stated above the cable/rod is there purely to release the catch at the back of the door.
by shepster
01 Mar 2026, 07:44
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Electrical issues / questions 1.9DG water-cooled
Replies: 16
Views: 20137

Re: Electrical issues / questions 1.9DG water-cooled

A lot of top VW mechanics started off just like you 8) As luck would have it I have a 1985 VW T3 high-top camper with a 1.9L DG water-cooled carburetted engine. But I'm not one of the aforementioned top mechanics LOOL and I bought it 4 months ago so I can't answer accurately... but I can help with ...
by shepster
10 Feb 2026, 06:57
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Help! T3 starting issue
Replies: 6
Views: 20942

Re: Help! T3 starting issue

Faulty 'new' pump? Long shout I know but worth trying another. Don't take this the wrong way but you haven't put the fuel pipes on the the pump the wrong way have you? I've done it in the past and as I run mine on lpg the petrol could be seen 'bubbling ' in the filter. I know you said the fuel lines...
by shepster
20 Jan 2026, 06:56
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels only provide trickle charge
Replies: 4
Views: 17905

Re: Solar panels only provide trickle charge

See whats coming out of the panel on a sunny day (difficult this time of year I know) for starters and take it from there.

If you're getting a decent voltage from the panel then maybe the controller is shagged?
by shepster
19 Nov 2025, 17:23
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 2.1DJ vs 1.9DG
Replies: 9
Views: 12291

Re: 2.1DJ vs 1.9DG

I've also been running a 2.1 on a carb and lpg for probably 15yrs without a problem, early van too with early cooling system.

Plumbed the cooler/heater thing in as well, well worth it in my opinion.
by shepster
02 Nov 2025, 08:19
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Gearbox upgrades
Replies: 4
Views: 7134

Re: Gearbox upgrades

Make sure the wheel/tyre combo are of a standard size too, many people put car wheels on with low profile tyres which screws the gearing up.
by shepster
07 Oct 2025, 06:13
Forum: Campers
Topic: Winter covers
Replies: 7
Views: 25891

Re: Winter covers

The JK poptop covers should fit, I have a Westy style poptop roof on my van and the daughter has a solid sided Holdsworth poptop conversion and we both have the covers from JK.
by shepster
26 Sep 2025, 07:05
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Coolant pipe inserts
Replies: 6
Views: 6062

Re: Coolant pipe inserts

As far as I'm aware these are part of the pipe and not available separately, they stop the pipe from crushing when the clips are tightened so doubt you would get a good seal without them.
by shepster
23 Sep 2025, 08:50
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Squeaking driving me insane
Replies: 6
Views: 5633

Re: Squeaking driving me insane

VW T3 / T25 / Vanagon - Upper Control Arm Wishbone Bushing Replacement

The above video explains all, I did mine recently with basic tools.

The most difficult bit was getting the old ones out but I'm sure they all vary.

 
by shepster
20 Sep 2025, 07:34
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Oil leak
Replies: 8
Views: 6359

Re: Oil leak

Oil seal behind the pulley is another one that's prone to leak.
by shepster
09 Sep 2025, 06:21
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Can a T25 run an alternator charger?
Replies: 4
Views: 14863

Re: Can a T25 run an alternator charger?

I have a Victron b2b (dc to dc) or whatever you prefer to call it on my van, although its a wbx with 90amp alternator and it works just fine. Pumps around 27amps into the battery according to the Fogstar app.
by shepster
05 Sep 2025, 03:34
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Rear vent plastic cover install
Replies: 2
Views: 21819

Re: Rear vent plastic cover install

Early vents look nicer too in my opinion.