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by bert
30 May 2013, 16:37
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

Re: T25 Fibreglass bumper

faggie wrote:if you have the time and all the broken bits you can repair that i have done much worse it wont look pretty behind but it is possible

Have now got the broken bit so will b trying to repair it :D
by bert
28 May 2013, 21:40
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

Re: T25 Fibreglass bumper

faggie wrote:if you have the time and all the broken bits you can repair that i have done much worse it wont look pretty behind but it is possible

Unfortunately there still in the hedge :(
by bert
28 May 2013, 18:31
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

Re: T25 Fibreglass bumper

Never really like fibreglass ones. I'll agree they give it sort of 80s-pseudo streamlined look but the rot can hide behind them and they go grey without constant attention or spraying. The metal ones are great for nudging modern plastic cars out of parking spaces I want to get into. :twisted: You m...
by bert
28 May 2013, 18:29
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

Re: T25 Fibreglass bumper

ZsZ wrote:On the front you have to cut the two metal tabs that you taped the cracked fiberglass. On the rear, you have to change or cut the holder irons

Thank you for advice :D

Only doing the front for the MOT, so all looking good 8)
by bert
28 May 2013, 17:28
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

Re: T25 Fibreglass bumper

Just had this reply from Just Kamper about there metal bumper;
From: alexMessage ID: 95241Date: 28/05/2013Hello.You can fit the metal type bumpers but you will have to source some second hand bumper irons to fit them.
RegardsJK
by bert
27 May 2013, 12:05
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

Re: T25 Fibreglass bumper

CovKid wrote:As you said, it just bolts on.

Excellent metal one it is then :D ,as a fibreglass one just been quoted £250 + P&P
by bert
27 May 2013, 10:49
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: T25 Fibreglass bumper
Replies: 10
Views: 3398

T25 Fibreglass bumper

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j236/pitbug/20130519_133615_zpsb2252cd1.jpg Hi Looking for a new or 2nd hand bumper for my T25 , found one on just campers a metal one with end caps link below http://www.justkampers.com/vw-t25-parts/t25-bumpers-fitting-kits/front-bumpers-fittings/t25-black-front-b...
by bert
15 Jul 2012, 11:45
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: oilite bush & T25 Automatic 2.1ltr
Replies: 4
Views: 911

Re: oilite bush & T25 Automatic 2.1ltr

R0B wrote:Got a s/h one here £40.That includes postage.If your interested. :wink:

I most certainly am :wink:

Pm sent
by bert
15 Jul 2012, 10:39
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: oilite bush & T25 Automatic 2.1ltr
Replies: 4
Views: 911

Re: oilite bush & T25 Automatic 2.1ltr

steve8090 wrote:Oilite bush not required or used in an automatic.

Thank you Steve :D

New or 2nd hand starter then :(
by bert
15 Jul 2012, 08:56
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: oilite bush & T25 Automatic 2.1ltr
Replies: 4
Views: 911

oilite bush & T25 Automatic 2.1ltr

Hi The starter motor in my Automatic T25 Automatic 2.1ltr looks like the one below , and been recommended to change the oilite bush. My question is what sits in this bush ? As Automatic Starter for a 2.1ltr picture 1, is different to a 2.1ltr Manual in picture 2 Picture 1 http://i81.photobucket.com/...
by bert
15 Jul 2012, 08:42
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: T25 Wont Start :(
Replies: 3
Views: 1314

Re: T25 Wont Start :(

Hi, First off ..your oil is too thin..You need to run 15/40 really in these old engines..thats my opinion. I would then check that the terminals on the battery are clean and nice and tight. Also check your earth straps on the gearbox,Battery and the engine one if you have one. If this does not impr...
by bert
14 Jul 2012, 17:35
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: T25 Wont Start :(
Replies: 3
Views: 1314

Re: T25 Wont Start :(

Hi, First off ..your oil is too thin..You need to run 15/40 really in these old engines..thats my opinion. I would then check that the terminals on the battery are clean and nice and tight. Also check your earth straps on the gearbox,Battery and the engine one if you have one. If this does not impr...
by bert
14 Jul 2012, 10:14
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: T25 Wont Start :(
Replies: 3
Views: 1314

T25 Wont Start :(

Hi Looking for some advise please on starting problem. T25 Petrol 2.1ltr Auto 1990 Here we recently changed a rocker box cover as old one rusted through causing an oil leak , topping up oil which I thought was causing oil light to glow and come on , when just ticking over, getting to work and pullin...
by bert
19 Mar 2012, 15:39
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: T25 Starting and running problems
Replies: 1
Views: 683

T25 Starting and running problems

Hi Yet another problem :( My T25 2100cc auto problem starting changed rotar arm and distributor as middle bit that contacts with rotor arm . She will start run erratically or then cut out or take foot off accelerator she will cut out ? If I disconnect this vacuum hose in pic below she runs and start...
by bert
06 Nov 2011, 10:06
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Spark Plug Removal what left of it :(
Replies: 48
Views: 7413

Re: Spark Plug Removal what left of it :(

Congratulations, I bet you are relieved to have shifted it. Any indication of why it was so stubborn, had it been bonded in with sealant? Thank you :D Yes very relieved , no it was not bonded or rusted on any of the tread ? Just very tight on end of plug spark end. It would not even move with the e...