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Thanks for all the tips, I’m all lined up to have a crack at sorting this at the weekend.

Assuming I can get it off, when I replace the gaskets do I need to apply any gasket sealant? Also when tightening the pump back down are there any torque specs I should follow.

Thanks

Yes 2.0 CU, the pump is attached to the crankcase

Hi, as described I’ve narrowed down a small oil leak to the mechanical fuel pump. I’ve read pretty much all I can find about removing it & replacing the gaskets but as a newbie still have questions. Is this something that can easily be done with the van on maintenance ramps or would I need more ...

Thanks everyone for the advice, I’ve located a local auto paint supplier who have been really helpful

Hello

Any recommendations for a paint supplier? I’m only looking to do some touch-ups, stone chips & scuffs etc. I’m based in the South East.

Thanks for the reply, really helpful once again.
I’ve found the part on Brickwerks & just ordered a couple

Hello I’m looking at replacing my stock distributor with one of these following this awesome tutorial.. https://youtu.be/KkyBAMMHpa4?si=2wSypXD4Mkp8nMf4 In it the original washer from powerspark is replaced with a ‘D’ washer. Does anyone know if this is a requirement or just a preference & will ...

Afternoon all. I’m having to re-do the EHU electrics as the original German-made 230V RCD/MCB unit (Netzmatic) no longer works. The unit doesn’t seem to have ever been earth bonded so I’m having to run one in for the replacement unit & wiring. Where have people picked up their earths from? Are t...

New owner of a Villa 1 and loving it but the interior roof and panel lining has pretty much had it. It’s got black mould like stains, is degraded in areas and disintegrates into dust at the slightest touch so needs replacing. Has anyone else done this? I’m fairly confident with replacing the panels ...

Thanks everyone, I’m in the South East Guildford way and was cutting across the South Downs at the time on the A3. A fellow high top blasted past me & gave me a supportive toot which was nice 😊 It’s not dropping oil, timing looks sound & the dipstick is hot but not hurty (love that) I’ve bee...

That would suggest he’s not in good form then :( The garage compression test came back with all 4 cylinders at 125psi so they said no concerns. It was only loaded with a couple of passengers so not heavy at all in comparison to what I’d like to carry when we get away. I guess around 2T?? I am curiou...

I wasn’t sure where to post this so apologies if it’s in the wrong location. I’m a new owner & after building up some confidence locally took the boy out for a good long drive yesterday & loved every minute. He drove beautifully BUT I was quite alarmed at the loss of power/reduction in speed...

I’m delighted to say I got this one resolved 😃 After finally figuring out how the locking components were designed to work I found an issue with the sliding door rear lock. The lock catch wasn’t aligned with the strike plate and had obviously been bashed shut in the locked position so many times tha...

Hello Thanks for everyone’s useful comments so far but unfortunately I’m no further forward with this. I’ll try & explain the problem better using the reference part names from the Haynes manual as not sure I did a good enough job with my original blurb. Primary issue - can’t lock the sliding do...

Hi, having some issues with my sliding door not locking & ive looked at the wikis and searched online but now looking for some further help. I’m a new owner so just learning but have removed the trim & could see the locking nut on the adjuster of the Bowden cable had come off so have tighten...