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- 06 Jan 2014, 20:05
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: 5 Speed Diesel gearbox bearing
- Replies: 2
- Views: 482
5 Speed Diesel gearbox bearing
Hi Guys, I have a 5 speed gear box originally driven by a 1,6 diesel engine then the engine was changed for a 1y 1.9D engine. Spigot bearing fitted when install but the input shaft as allot of up down side to side play. To prevent damage to gears I want to replace the input shaft bearing and the oil...
- 11 Dec 2013, 22:10
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: 1Y engine sounds tappy
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3024
Re: 1Y engine sounds tappy
Sorry guys Iv been away for a wile. So the noise is still there and hasn't changed. Yes the sump has been changed along with the oil pick up and pump, although the pump is the same. The fuel pump is the original that came with the 1Y so hasn't been adjusted or tampered with. The engine otherwise pul...
- 11 Dec 2013, 22:00
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: VW 1Y engine oil leaks
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1408
VW 1Y engine oil leaks
Hi Guys, I'm on my second 1Y 1.9D engine in my Type 25 and this one like the last leaks oil from what appears to be the rocker cover at the front of the engine. I am on my second gasket and each time I use a sealant as I don't think the plastic rubber gaskets do the job on there own. Now the law of ...
- 15 Jul 2013, 19:45
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: 1Y engine sounds tappy
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3024
Re: 1Y engine sounds tappy
The 1Y engine is from a 1994 golf and has done 78k. The pump im using is the original from the engine all I have done is locked it up and changed the cam belt. It doesn't smoke, powers well and starts instantly. There's no clatter but a ticking noise that you can here above idle revs and most distin...
- 23 Feb 2013, 18:49
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: 1Y engine sounds tappy
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3024
1Y engine sounds tappy
Hi Guys, Im on my second 1Y engine in my T25. Last one the small end bearing let go making a mess of a piston. This one is great, Its power full and very smooth. Iv been running with this engine for about three months now and the tone has not changed. I have recently changed the oil to 10W40 from 15...
- 09 Jun 2012, 15:33
- Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
- Topic: sliding door lock cable
- Replies: 1
- Views: 646
sliding door lock cable
Hi Guys, HELPPPPPP Where can I find the interlink cable that joins the two lock mech's in a sliding door ? Mine has snapped, I have tried to weld it but I don't think it will last long as its not working as well as it was. I have an early type 25 and the cable is like a brake cable with a solid rod ...
- 16 Feb 2012, 19:35
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: 1Y engine conversion
- Replies: 77
- Views: 43961
Re: 1Y engine conversion
Hi Guys, I've been running with a 1y lump in by bus for the best part of two years and apart from a few teething problems all is well and well worth the change. HOWEVER.. When I did the conversion I bought a new starter motor for it because the old one was temperamental, When installing the new one ...
- 13 Oct 2010, 08:08
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: 1.6d (CS) to 1.9d (1Y)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 6336
Re: 1.6d (CS) to 1.9d (1Y)
Hi Guys, After some excellently advice from this forum I have fitted a 1Y engine in my T25 :D been running fine for the best part of seven months. Now its getting a bit chilly I have noticed that there is a sound from the engine that I can only describe as tapping or rattling and goes away when the ...
- 09 Dec 2009, 10:57
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: 1Y Diesel fuel pump wiring help
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3046
Re: 1Y Diesel fuel pump wiring help
Its is correct break off the small plastic box imobiliser then you can wire up the fuel solonoid.I installed a 1Y with a bosch injection pump and it works Ignore the others but you could wire up the advance cold start solonoid marked A . What are the wires coming out between the injector pipes for??
- 05 Dec 2009, 16:41
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: 1Y Diesel fuel pump wiring help
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3046
1Y Diesel fuel pump wiring help
Hi Guys, I am installing a 1Y engine in my T25 after the old 1.6D gave up. Can any one ID the wires on the pics below. I now the current labels are wrong. http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh307/TheGVW/Engine%20recon/1YFuelpump-1.jpg The pic below isn't my pump but it is the same and shows the wire...
- 24 Jul 2009, 10:22
- Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
- Topic: 1.6d (CS) to 1.9d (1Y)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 6336
Re: 1.6d (CS) to 1.9d (1Y)
Its a easy conversion done one myself recently.Removing the CS engine single handed can be tricky .I managed it with the use of a heavy trolly jack removed it out under the van.Others on here may advice lifting it out with the use of a hydraulic hoist .You need the angled sump off the CS engine and...
- 21 Jan 2009, 19:19
- Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
- Topic: T25 EYEBROWS
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4808
T25 EYEBROWS
Hi Vdubbers,
Can you help.
I purchased a set of eyelids for me bus but it seem that they only fit the elder type VW.
Has any one successfully fitted some to a T25.
Or can any one sugest how to MAKE them fit.
G
Can you help.
I purchased a set of eyelids for me bus but it seem that they only fit the elder type VW.
Has any one successfully fitted some to a T25.
Or can any one sugest how to MAKE them fit.
G

- 29 Sep 2008, 11:11
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Knocking sound from rear when decelerating
- Replies: 3
- Views: 863
Knocking sound from rear when decelerating
Help,I have a strange sound coming from the rear of my bus every time I decelerate. It stops when I dip the clutch of take up drive. I think it might be something to do with the prop shaft because if I move them in and out a bit the sound stops for a week or to and then comes back. Any ideas what it...
- 10 Jul 2008, 13:38
- Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
- Topic: T25 opening 1/4 light frames ??????
- Replies: 0
- Views: 791
T25 opening 1/4 light frames ??????
Hello all, :D I have been working on my Camper for some time and it's starting to look good again but After replacing all of the window rubbers I found that the cab door 1/4 light window rubbers fit around a frame. Unfortunately there isn't much of a frame left on mine. I have looked hi and low to f...