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by dogbreath100
24 Jan 2025, 10:40
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Water pump
Replies: 2
Views: 10111

Re: Water pump

I ended up cutting the 2 bolts off with a grinder . Went to a local nut and bolt place and picked up a half dozen bolts . 
by dogbreath100
26 Nov 2024, 13:53
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Water pump
Replies: 2
Views: 10111

Water pump

Hi , I had a bit of a rattle coming from the engine  . After a look around I found that the pulley for the water pump had a lot of play in it .  So I removed the old pump but I cannot remove the pulley from it . I got one bolt out but the other two won’t budge  . At this stage I’d prefer to buy a pu...
by dogbreath100
29 Nov 2023, 16:15
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake fluid leak
Replies: 2
Views: 5111

Re: Brake fluid leak

Thanks for that , I’ll give it a go the weekend  .
by dogbreath100
29 Nov 2023, 15:58
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake fluid leak
Replies: 2
Views: 5111

Brake fluid leak

Hi , I started the van this morning to notice a spongy brake pedal . The leak was coming from the brake light switch which I replaced a few weeks back .  I tightened the switch and refilled the fluid reservoir and the brake pedal is still spongy . Where would be the best place to start bleeding from...
by dogbreath100
13 Aug 2023, 19:46
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Rear Light Cluster Question
Replies: 5
Views: 2239

Re: Rear Light Cluster Question

It should come out with a gentle pull , it’s probably the first time in 40 years it has been removed .
by dogbreath100
24 Sep 2022, 12:43
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Exhaust
Replies: 2
Views: 1023

Re: Exhaust

Thanks for that , looks good might give it a go .
by dogbreath100
24 Sep 2022, 09:20
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: Exhaust
Replies: 2
Views: 1023

Exhaust

Hi ,  I am looking for recommendations for a exhaust pipe that goes from the manifold  to the silencer . I replaced one about 5 years ago and now it has a large hole in it now . Using a piece of biscuit tin and 2 jubilee clips at the moment but need to replace .  The engine is. a 1y . Forgot to add ...
by dogbreath100
17 Jun 2022, 16:04
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake line
Replies: 2
Views: 296

Re: Brake line

R0B wrote: 15 Jun 2022, 17:59 Or buy only what you need from brickwerks. https://www.brickwerks.co.uk/t3-parts/b ... ation.html

That seems to be the better option , thank you .
by dogbreath100
15 Jun 2022, 17:27
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake line
Replies: 2
Views: 296

Brake line

Hi , my 1984 t25 failed it’s test today.
Failed on corrosion on  3 solid brake lines , had a look around and was wondering would 
this do the job     https://www.heritagepartscentre.com/eu/ ... ickel.html . or is there a cheaper alternative , thanks 
by dogbreath100
06 Mar 2022, 13:05
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar Panel Controller Connection
Replies: 18
Views: 2094

Re: Solar Panel Controller Connection

https://i.imgur.com/6f7CQG5.jpg I have just finished installing my 100 watt solar panel connected to a 100amp leisure battery via a solar controller .  Also I have a split charge relay fitted. Do I have to disconnect the solar set up when driving or just leave as is . Thanks .   Sorry photo is upsi...
by dogbreath100
06 Nov 2021, 14:14
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels
Replies: 39
Views: 4966

Re: Solar panels

https://www.amazon.co.uk/GIARIDE-High-efficiency-Monocrystalline-Connectors-Motorhome/dp/B076DRZCZ4/ref=sr_1_9?crid=GQA16GIKPZLP&keywords=100+watt+flexible+solar+panel&qid=1636207894&sprefix=100+watt+flex%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-9 Nursing a hangover and just bought this  . For the price you ...
by dogbreath100
12 Oct 2021, 17:42
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels
Replies: 39
Views: 4966

Re: Solar panels

Oldiebut goodie wrote: 12 Oct 2021, 16:08 Use the mind that fits one, save the other mind for the pub.

Or better still go to the pub and lose the mind . 
Thanks for the pictures , gives me something to think about . 
by dogbreath100
12 Oct 2021, 15:50
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Solar panels
Replies: 39
Views: 4966

Re: Solar panels

Has anyone fitted a solar panel to a hi top , I’m thinking about doing it but in two minds .
by dogbreath100
01 May 2021, 16:08
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rear hub nut cracker tool
Replies: 28
Views: 2711

Re: Rear hub nut cracker tool

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/303664728180 ... SwvyxfROVa
this is what I used  . Hit it with a lump hammer and should work .
by dogbreath100
02 Apr 2021, 18:16
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Accelerator cable
Replies: 2
Views: 442

Re: Accelerator cable

Thanks for the reply.
cable arrived this morning and fitted later . Easy enough to fit and makes a big difference .