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- 24 Jul 2026, 13:56
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Draining cooling system
- Replies: 13
- Views: 415
Re: Draining cooling system
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- 23 Jul 2026, 16:54
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Headgasket failure
- Replies: 10
- Views: 237
Re: Headgasket failure
The service info for the CS is in the same service guides as the JX, which I think contain a bit more info than Bentley - I've sent you a link to download them.
- 21 Jul 2026, 16:41
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Draining cooling system
- Replies: 13
- Views: 415
Re: Draining cooling system
By the way, pictures hosted on IMGUR are no longer visible in the UK without a VPN or similar, so if you can host your images somewhere else then you're likely to get more engagement on your posts.
- 20 Jul 2026, 14:22
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Draining cooling system
- Replies: 13
- Views: 415
- 16 Jul 2026, 17:56
- Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
- Topic: Not starting, glow plug issue?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2304
Not starting, glow plug issue?
If you haven’t done it, It might also be worth checking that the wiring from the relay to the glow plugs doesn’t have any hidden breaks.
- 16 Jul 2026, 10:02
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: JX injection pump - rebuild recommendations
- Replies: 2
- Views: 284
JX injection pump - rebuild recommendations
Our injection pump is starting to show signs of wear and so a rebuild is probably going to be necessary in the near future. I’m aware that Reg Cheeseman was the go-to person to get this done in previous years, but it’s been a while since I’ve seen any reference to his services. Does anyone know if h...
- 14 Jul 2026, 10:55
- Forum: Campers
- Topic: The bathtub on the roof
- Replies: 1
- Views: 362
The bathtub on the roof
Aren't there already some formed drainage openings - I believe they should be located in the front corners of the tray? FYI - there's a workshop manual on the Westfaliat3 site here that covers the Westfalia camper installation which gives a bit of detail of how the tray is fitted - it's in German bu...
- 13 Jul 2026, 09:29
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Maintenance priority list for 1990 T3
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3621
Re: Maintenance priority list for 1990 T3
Locking sets are readily available, so it might just be easier to get one rather than try improvise. Dieselkontor in Germany do a locking set that replaces 2064 and 2065A - see here. Brickwerks also do a similar set but Dieselkontor may be easier for you in the EU. That tension gauge you have linked...
- 09 Jul 2026, 14:23
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Maintenance priority list for 1990 T3
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3621
Re: Maintenance priority list for 1990 T3
Assuming you can get the engine to TDC, and the camshaft and injection pump properly locked in position, then the only real tricky bit is getting the tension on the belt right, which is supposed to be done using a tension gauge - the VAG tool reference is VW210, but equivalent tools were also made b...
- 02 Jul 2026, 09:37
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Maintenance priority list for 1990 T3
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3621
Re: Maintenance priority list for 1990 T3
I'd probably start with all new fluids - engine oil, coolant, gearbox oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and all new filters - air intake, oil, fuel and power steering reservoir. I'd also check brake pads / discs / etc, and I'd probably also consider changing the other belts - auxiliary (water ...
- 30 Jun 2026, 18:30
- Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
- Topic: Indicators staying on not flashing
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2857
Re: Indicators staying on not flashing
Cleaning the earth crowns is free. 
- 30 Jun 2026, 13:16
- Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
- Topic: Indicators staying on not flashing
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2857
Re: Indicators staying on not flashing
That kind of issue usually has its root in an earthing problem. If you look behind the fuse box on the left side of your vehicle you should see a couple of earth crowns fixed to A-pillar below the dash. You can get better access to these by detaching the fuse box from the body and pushing it to one ...
- 18 Jun 2026, 09:21
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Help - I'm going away tomorrow & my van wont start!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4256
Re: Help - I'm going away tomorrow & my van wont start!
One of the best things I've done to our van is put a Bluetooth battery monitor on. I always know the exact condition of the battery on my phone. I didn't know about these, I have 4 cars, 3 of which are prone to low batteries from lack of use, I will have to look into this. Thanks. Don't forget to c...
- 13 May 2026, 10:49
- Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
- Topic: LED (DOT approved) Headlights
- Replies: 14
- Views: 129288
Re: LED (DOT approved) Headlights
The relevant bit of the MOT Manual is section 4.1.4. , which states in regard to replacing the whole headlight unit with an LED one: If a complete headlamp unit has been replaced with a unit that was manufactured with HID or LED light sources, it must not be failed for ‘Light source and lamp not com...
- 06 May 2026, 17:44
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: JX 1,6 TD Twin Belt Setup
- Replies: 47
- Views: 178006