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HarryMann »
15 Oct 2005, 01:57
Subaru Engine Types and Options
The normally aspirated (NA) flat 4's weigh about the same as a WBX and after installation there's always a cleaner...
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06 Apr 2024, 16:09
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Last post by sdelasal
09 Aug 2008, 22:43
AAZ upgrade turbo and realistic power
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TommyJenko »
21 Jun 2025, 16:40
Hi guys I have a AAZ in bits that came with my van, I was going to rebuild it but looking at the turbo it’s a kkk-k03 which seems a bit small for the...
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Last post by syncroandy
08 Jul 2025, 14:55
1.8T Sump Bolt Access
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Vaughanylive »
06 Jul 2025, 07:43
I’ve got a 1.8T converted Syncro (AUM stamped block, but cable throttle) with a custom mild-steel sump made by whoever did the conversion. The paint...
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Last post by Vaughanylive
06 Jul 2025, 07:43
AHU TDI Vibration Damper Pulley testing
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hotpod »
31 Mar 2025, 15:29
Does anyone know how to test if the vibration damper pulley ( harmonic balancer) on the crank shaft is in good shape?
Mine drives the ribbed...
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Last post by hotpod
28 Jun 2025, 08:52
AAZ VS Air cooled
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davegeezzer008 »
27 Jun 2025, 19:58
Im having problems getting my AAZ pump rebuilt as bosch don't make many parts for the VE pump any more, so I'm just thinking ahead about my options...
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Last post by davidoft1
27 Jun 2025, 22:14
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Last post by silverbullet
20 Jun 2025, 06:42
TDI annoying pause when pulling away
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hotpod »
06 Jun 2025, 09:22
1997 AHU ETDI
The question is: When I first pull away in the van, it starts moving then has an annoying momentary drop in revs after which it is...
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Last post by syncroandy
15 Jun 2025, 16:14
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Last post by R0B
15 Jun 2025, 09:39
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Last post by Lio
12 Jun 2025, 17:21
Oil Capacity (Diesel 1Y Engine)
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The Hairy Camper »
10 Jun 2025, 15:40
Just replaced a leaky sump gasket/baffle plate. Drained all the oil, replaced oil filter, and refilled with 4.5L of 15W40 oil. However, the dipstick...
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Last post by The Hairy Camper
10 Jun 2025, 15:54
1z tdi ecu
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Wallace748 »
14 Oct 2015, 19:03
Hi, I'm running a 93/94 1z tdi with the 68 pin ecu. Struggling to get coms via diagnostic plug( it's the old two pin type) anyone help me out with...
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Last post by bundyboy
10 Jun 2025, 08:34
4 digit pin code for AHU ECU Login?
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hotpod »
29 May 2025, 08:20
Does anyone know a way to find the 4 digit pin that VCDS requires to be able to do things like add new keys?
I've been reading a lot of forums but...
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Last post by hotpod
30 May 2025, 07:47
1Y coolant pipes/system
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BarnyE »
30 Mar 2025, 14:20
Hi all, my van has had a 1Y engine swap in the past. Whoever swapped it seemed to have ran out of enthusiasm once the got to the coolant system and...
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Last post by colinthefox
21 May 2025, 20:34
Subaru Engine Identification Needed
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Basilakios »
19 May 2025, 21:41
Hi!
I've very recently bought a new (to me) T25 which has a Subaru engine. I wasn't especially looking for one with a Subaru engine but it drove...
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Last post by Basilakios
20 May 2025, 16:25
1.8T Wiring/Fault Codes
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Vaughanylive »
29 Apr 2025, 18:44
I’ve got a T25 Syncro with a 1.8T conversion (AGU) which seems to be running ok but out of curiosity I plugged it into my VCDS Lite which is showing...
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Last post by Splurt
17 May 2025, 10:54
AHU immobiliser stuck on. Help please
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hotpod »
03 May 2025, 09:41
1997 VW Golf AHU tdi in a T3 van. Installed in 2014
I went to leave work the other evening and the van started for a second and then died. I am...
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Last post by hotpod
14 May 2025, 09:27
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Last post by Aidan
12 May 2025, 17:38
The SA 2.6i Microbus thread
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silverbullet »
23 Mar 2011, 12:07
I appreciate that this is pretty obscure but here goes...broke down in the 2.6 SA on Friday, had to be recovered :oops: thought I had fixed it with a...
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Last post by silverbullet
09 May 2025, 19:58
Leaking Cooling Pipe Replacement
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Jdavis »
04 Mar 2025, 08:49
Hello all. New to the site and to T25 ownership.
I have a 1982 T25 Camper with a refurbished 2l Golf engine. The coolant pipe has a big leak and I'm...
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Last post by Jdavis
03 May 2025, 05:39
Sump Plug
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Burtybassett »
26 Apr 2025, 10:47
Trying to change the oil and the blasted Sump Plug won't undo.
Engine is cold and not been run today. Would it help if engine is warm ??
What to...
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Last post by Aidan
27 Apr 2025, 14:32
aey engine
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by
warrior.1229 »
05 Feb 2015, 20:56
hi i am new to the t25 scene my wife has just bought me my first van but unfortunately the chap saw us coming it is a 1.6 cs diesel engine but i need...
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Last post by Vwt25campee
26 Apr 2025, 09:29
Exhaust falling off
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therealchrisgray »
23 Apr 2025, 10:40
Hi all, I could use some opinions so I'm not completely at the mercy of a mechanic.
Exhaust started blowing yesterday on a motorway run. I've done...
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Last post by silverbullet
23 Apr 2025, 18:07
VCDS Fault code deciphering AHU TDI
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hotpod »
23 Apr 2025, 09:35
I know why the vehicle speed signal is wrong and what I need to fix it but the ECU memory error is troubling and can anyone tell me what the...
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Last post by hotpod
23 Apr 2025, 09:35
Engine Swap
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Tattersall »
14 Jan 2025, 03:13
Hi I really want to build a camper and I've seen a few t3s with broken engines. If I buy a 2.1 that has no engine in. What would be easies/best for a...
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Last post by Dueller
18 Apr 2025, 11:41
Alternators.. inline 4 engines
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t25adict »
08 Apr 2025, 15:24
Would anyone know which engines VW Seat Audi used the alternator with the big spring under it.
It's the ones that bolt up for belt tension, but you...
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Last post by Dueller
18 Apr 2025, 11:31
Diesel Engine Code Location
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The Hairy Camper »
06 Apr 2025, 18:54
I was struggling to find the engine code on my 1Y today.
From what I can tell on the forum, it's meant to be in this location:
I couldn't see...
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Last post by T25boy71
11 Apr 2025, 09:26
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Last post by therealchrisgray
17 Mar 2025, 11:03
little advice pls
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by
fh9977 »
04 Nov 2024, 12:05
Hi, just need some advice on what I do with my syncro...
A few weeks ago I had a breakdown, diesel pump had ceased. Pump was refurbished,...
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Last post by JeffRoo
13 Mar 2025, 20:08
engine change from jx to 1z
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rossin84 »
10 Mar 2025, 08:15
good morning everyone, I am writing from Sicily (Italy), my multivan t3 bluestar 1.6 td jx has a blown engine, unfortunately it cannot be fixed and I...
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Last post by Oren Kipnis
12 Mar 2025, 19:14
New engine
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therealchrisgray »
12 Feb 2025, 15:53
Hello all, I need some pretty basic advice and hoping one of you lovely people can help.
My unidentified old diesel engine turned out to be a 1Y...
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Last post by therealchrisgray
01 Mar 2025, 13:38
New van with cologne v6 engine
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Cableguy »
27 Jun 2010, 17:55
Hi, I'm a newbie to this forum and also to the t25.
I've just bought a camper with an old school 2.8 cologne engine in it.
As soon as I turned the...
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Last post by Dueller
28 Feb 2025, 17:30
EJ20E Lambda Wiring.
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JackJosh »
20 Jan 2025, 14:33
Hi All,
I was looking for some advice, if possible.
I have a VW T3 van and it has an EJ20e fitted. It also has an LPG system that I am unlikely to...
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Last post by JackJosh
07 Feb 2025, 21:34
Jx flywheel on 1Y block
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curtainsider »
28 Jan 2025, 16:26
Hello all’
Can someone remind me if I need to re-mark my JX flywheel to TDC when fitted to a 1y or AAZ. Engine currently out of van with Jx...
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Last post by curtainsider
28 Jan 2025, 17:55
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Last post by colinthefox
27 Jan 2025, 20:21
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Last post by jamiegolf
15 Jan 2025, 10:19
No water temperature reading
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boxerairhead »
28 Dec 2024, 17:41
I've recently bought a T25 with an EJ20 engine in it. It all works and drives fine except the water temperature gauge doesn't work.
So far i've done...
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Last post by slowcoach
02 Jan 2025, 13:38
Help on a Essex V6
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by
MyBlueT25 »
25 Nov 2024, 16:40
I have a 81 tintop with a v6 essex and struggling to get it started, ive replaced pretty much everything to do with spark and fuel except the...
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Last post by TwinTurbo
25 Nov 2024, 21:30
Clutch Rattle
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BigBlueVan »
01 Oct 2024, 19:25
Hi All,
I have been trying to get my clutch to release on my conversion, ej20 engine, RJES bellhousing and release bearing, VW clutch disc....
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Oct 2024, 14:36
Injector Flame Traps
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johnxl »
03 Sep 2024, 14:09
Where on the injector should a flame trap seat? against the injector body or on the injector nozzle? The reason why I ask is because while checking...
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Last post by johnxl
04 Oct 2024, 22:23
turbo hose
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morganite »
22 Jul 2024, 16:01
Hi on last leg of aaz conversion, i need a hose to go from jx turbo to aaz inlet manifold, anyone know where to find one? or even better the part no...
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Last post by skell
19 Sep 2024, 22:27
aaz pump repair
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morganite »
12 May 2024, 18:51
Hi can anyone recommend a reasonable diesel injection pump engineering shop, to test and maybe repair, my 0460494346 injection pump to go on my AAZ...
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Last post by skell
19 Sep 2024, 22:22
Clutch problems
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Nelpy »
17 Sep 2024, 21:04
Hi
I’ve been having clutch problems for a while now - pedal going hard then soft, pedal moving up and down against my foot, clutch slipping,...
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Last post by Aidan
19 Sep 2024, 18:29
Identifying engine
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therealchrisgray »
07 Sep 2024, 11:09
Hi all, my google skills are obviously not up to this but thankfully this forum is full of knowledgable people...
My old van had an engine...
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Last post by therealchrisgray
17 Sep 2024, 10:49
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Last post by BigBlueVan
14 Sep 2024, 20:14
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Last post by slowcoach
08 Sep 2024, 22:07
N108 valve 1.9TDI MK3
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Iwallace »
07 Sep 2024, 09:00
Hi all.
My n108 valve on my mk3 1998 1.9TDI engine has been playing up for months now.
Has been repaired once but the wires keep coming loose with...
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Last post by Aidan
07 Sep 2024, 16:03
Diesel leaking from pump?
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by
Jezzerisin »
04 Sep 2024, 19:51
Having recently posted about my electric problems..
Things got worse!
Driving on a Spanish motorway, the throttle stuck open, full speed!!
Couldn't...
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Last post by ZsZ
07 Sep 2024, 14:33
Oil buzzer at end of long drive
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by
Middle29 »
02 Sep 2024, 11:33
Hi all,
Drove back from Devon yesterday 255 miles. The buzzer went off pulling into the services, sharp left turn decelerating about half way back....
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Last post by Middle29
04 Sep 2024, 15:19
The T3200E thread
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silverbullet »
12 Aug 2018, 16:03
Aka an Oettinger wbx-6 3.2 that found me by chance and collected on the way to T3Busmeet. I wasnt even looking for one! So many details that you've...
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Last post by silverbullet
01 Sep 2024, 18:15
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