Search found 957 matches

by ZsZ
Today, 05:35
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Leisure battery not charging
Replies: 13
Views: 3174

Re: Leisure battery not charging

OK, then there is possibly a short somewhere.
Either in the wiring or in the controller unit itself
by ZsZ
Yesterday, 18:21
Forum: Electrical & Instrumentation
Topic: Leisure battery not charging
Replies: 13
Views: 3174

Re: Leisure battery not charging

I had luck repairing dead flat batteries with cheap pulse charger from aliexpress This kind: https://a.aliexpress.com/_EyWUMnf I would try to charge the battery first out of the van. If it is dead, then replace it. If it keeps blowing fuses even with a new battery, then the charger (or alternator) m...
by ZsZ
23 Mar 2024, 20:45
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: A question about seals. Rubber, not cute furry things.
Replies: 1
Views: 61

Re: A question about seals. Rubber, not cute furry things.

It seems like standard motorhome door seal if I understood your description

https://www.sealsdirect.co.uk/shop/cate ... -seals-615
by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 18:36
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Front axle securing pinch nut
Replies: 5
Views: 169

Re: Front axle securing pinch nut

Search for the partnr on the web. You can find it even on ebay.
by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 14:45
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Front axle securing pinch nut
Replies: 5
Views: 169

Re: Front axle securing pinch nut

It is a mercedes part
partnr 1163340372 or A1163340372
by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 14:13
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Best paint for respray?
Replies: 2
Views: 84

Re: Best paint for respray?

IMO 2K industrial coatings are fine for non-metallic colours. They mix the laquer in the paint so it can be shiny. You can even choose stronger hardeners in specific brands.
I think those are closer to the original paints VW used in the 80's than todays water based automotive paints.
by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 12:51
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: quality parts manufacturers
Replies: 122
Views: 656773

Re: quality parts manufacturers

mioba wrote: 14 Mar 2024, 21:17 Got an Ina from GSF last year. Was 30 quid.

Thanks.
On the end I got an even cheaper (possibly chinese made) Denckermann branded one locally for around a tenner.
I will see how it will hold.
by ZsZ
18 Mar 2024, 07:25
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: More Fuel Pipe Issues.
Replies: 19
Views: 805

Re: More Fuel Pipe Issues.

I am not sure what is changed in the compounds, but todays rubbers are crap. They fall apart in a short time.

The german Cohline that Brickwerks sell seems to be better quality.
I had good luck with Gates too. Gates 3225 used on diesel. Bought it from my local autopart store
by ZsZ
12 Mar 2024, 11:55
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: quality parts manufacturers
Replies: 122
Views: 656773

Re: quality parts manufacturers

Hi, is there any info on the quality of Graf/Metelli water pumps nowadays. They used to be OEM for italian brands. I am a bit low on funds and here it is less than half the price of other big names like INA or the KS/Pierburg that BW has in stock. From the pics I can find, the impeller is pressed sh...
by ZsZ
10 Mar 2024, 06:56
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Intake/exhaust valve order
Replies: 2
Views: 104

Re: Intake/exhaust valve order

This pic is from the german factory repair manual.
E is intake (Einlassventil)
A is exhaust (Auslassventil)

Image

So Exhaust, Intake, Exhaust, Intake, Intake Exhaust, Intake Exhaust is the order from the timing gear.
by ZsZ
10 Mar 2024, 06:49
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Soft Brakes
Replies: 6
Views: 217

Re: Soft Brakes

The problem with re-sealing is that there will be rust pittings inside the cylinder which usually cannot be honed out.

As told, the aftermarket ones are fine. Especially the italian ones.

You can change it without bleeding the entire system, however worth to flush the wheel cylinders too.
by ZsZ
01 Mar 2024, 08:40
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Rear window rubber for T3
Replies: 1
Views: 96

Re: Rear window rubber for T3

The german Vewib made rubbers are good quality for the OE style all around.
AFAIK they are the suppliers for VW Classicparts.

Brickwerks has them.
https://brickwerks.co.uk/product/window ... -tailgate/
by ZsZ
29 Feb 2024, 11:35
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Left hand drive sliding door latch
Replies: 2
Views: 136

Re: Left hand drive sliding door latch

I assume the tongues are the same, the springs and the housing is symmetrical to LHD.

There are repair kits from the US with new fingers, you might be able to use those
by ZsZ
20 Feb 2024, 07:49
Forum: T25 Alternative Engine Forum
Topic: AAZ diesel pump
Replies: 8
Views: 225

Re: AAZ diesel pump

Re-seal os possible DIY, but quite a precision job.

The main advantage of the professional job is to check the internal parts for wear (and being able to replace them) and to calibrate the pump on the end.
by ZsZ
19 Feb 2024, 13:39
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Windscreen bottom corner repair panels
Replies: 9
Views: 324

Re: Windscreen bottom corner repair panels

Thanks for the reply’s chaps Sadly my corners are way past the scope of the current crop of repair panels that uk stockists have at the moment :cry: I’m sure I could make some, but those Bus ok De panels look perfect for my needs, and would save a lot of hassle! I think I will wait and see if they ...