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by VWlewis
06 Mar 2008, 22:19
Forum: Alternative Fuels Forum
Topic: Still need convincing before I change to LPG.
Replies: 46
Views: 5167

Just one more observation which I shared with a calor gas supplier when they were filling up my LPG tank - it seems the major petrol suppliers always move the price of LPG up in line with petrol so it is around 50% of the price per litre. Calor Gas outlets always seem to undercut them by at least 4p...
by VWlewis
03 Mar 2008, 18:32
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Courtesy light dimming but not going out
Replies: 5
Views: 991

Sounds like someone has been messing with the electrics - the door switches connect the wire to ground (-ve) .. if there is a shortcut, then the lamp will still light up. I suggest you carefully remove the door switches and look for any shortcut that might cause them to light. When you say the alarm...
by VWlewis
01 Mar 2008, 10:40
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Dodgy headlights
Replies: 10
Views: 1318

Great news .. but why did it fur up?!!!! :shock: Is water dripping onto it from the bottom of the windscreen?

Just a thought

VW Lewis :D
by VWlewis
29 Feb 2008, 20:08
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 2.dj steel pushrod tube cover/ stoneguards. Where from?
Replies: 9
Views: 839

VAGCAT is a free website where you can look at VW parts for lots of different VW / Seat / Audi parts .. it is great as they show how things fit together too so you can see inside the hidden parts too!

look here : http://www.vagcat.com/

Just register for free and away you go! :D

VW Lewis
by VWlewis
29 Feb 2008, 17:04
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 2.dj steel pushrod tube cover/ stoneguards. Where from?
Replies: 9
Views: 839

That's one looooooong URL! :lol:

So £50 a piece plus shipping ...

VAGCAT says 025 109 655 is Euro 37 = £27 + collect from VW!

HMMM :shock:
by VWlewis
29 Feb 2008, 12:44
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Dodgy headlights
Replies: 10
Views: 1318

I would start checking the earths! Headlights are earthed to earth point 10 - next to relays. (See Haynes Manual page 12.34) If you have a multimeter, then check voltage at the headlamp too... you'll need to pop the grille off and unscrew the headlamp mounting plate to get access. Good luck VW lewis
by VWlewis
28 Feb 2008, 14:49
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Blowing fuses when using the front heater??
Replies: 11
Views: 943

Well you will have a nice new windscreen - make sure you ask for one with a green sun filter strip across the top... I did ... and it is very useful!

See photo in link below

http://archive.club8090.co.uk/garage.ph ... ge_id=1071

VW Lewis
by VWlewis
28 Feb 2008, 14:45
Forum: Syncro
Topic: A possible cheap (and more macho) plaything ?
Replies: 12
Views: 1405

Yes - I had a quick translation of the web page and most of these are around 7tonnes unladen and up to 13 tonnes laden. Phew .. got a legal reason to tell my lad NO WAY! Pity though .. I like the 3 way tipper / snow plough :lol: [img:640:480]http://i22.ebayimg.com/01/m/000/88/5b/5681_27.JPG[/img] If...
by VWlewis
27 Feb 2008, 18:59
Forum: Syncro
Topic: A possible cheap (and more macho) plaything ?
Replies: 12
Views: 1405

My son (11 year old) is pressing me to buy one! :D What kind of driving license do you need?

VW Lewis
by VWlewis
25 Feb 2008, 15:47
Forum: Alternative Fuels Forum
Topic: lpg and insurance
Replies: 15
Views: 1843

My local LPG inspector won't pass a T25 if the filler is placed by the number plate or close to it. Others will - be prepared for a complete farce! Mine is neatly hidden behind the rear numberplate; access is easy like topping up the oil - how on earth could they object to that!? They must be on an...
by VWlewis
24 Feb 2008, 20:58
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: How to do all sorts of technical stuff.....
Replies: 1
Views: 680

Sure is a goldmine of information ... :D Hope to use some of this oneday! :lol:

VW Lewis
by VWlewis
23 Feb 2008, 15:29
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Relays for headlights
Replies: 14
Views: 1060

Took at the most 5 mins to fit and now get that white light on the road at night. Mind you, I had to readjust lights afterwards. First time I put them on in my street in the dark, every cat for miles scattered! Any chance of putting a pic up here for us to see? .. and the cats on the run :evil: Che...
by VWlewis
22 Feb 2008, 08:02
Forum: Any Other Matters
Topic: Parts list: OEM or aftermarket?
Replies: 17
Views: 2040

Tony, reliable and available ... not necessarily cheaper but mostly there was other source.

Cheers

VW Lewis
by VWlewis
21 Feb 2008, 22:27
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Relays for headlights
Replies: 14
Views: 1060

I kept mine inside - close to the fusebox as I didn't change the wires - just cleaned up the connectors and intercepted the wires from the fusebox. I did run a new +ve fused feed from the battery though. I also fitted Philips X-treme bulbs. Very pleased with the outcome :D .. see my garage photos - ...
by VWlewis
14 Feb 2008, 22:19
Forum: Campers
Topic: caravelle r&r bed
Replies: 14
Views: 2507