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23 Jan 2021, 12:09
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
24 Feb 2021, 17:01
Petrol Alternative Engines...
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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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28 Apr 2020, 15:22
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Last post by sdelasal
09 Aug 2008, 22:43
AAZ High Revs SOLVED
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sauce1001 »
13 May 2022, 16:38
Hi all, taken my van for a short test drive today, when it hit about 3000 it didn't drop back down until I turned it off then back on and it was back...
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14 May 2022, 10:30
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12 May 2022, 19:00
Old Diesel
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sauce1001 »
11 May 2022, 17:27
My recently purchased Multivan had sat unused for 3+ years when I bought it. It came with half a tank of diesel. I'm about to do oil and filters...
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
12 May 2022, 17:00
Fuel Filter Advice AAZ
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sauce1001 »
12 May 2022, 11:54
Is there a procedure to follow when installing this type of fuel filter? Should I clamp the 2 hoses before releasing then install the new one? I'm...
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Last post by sauce1001
12 May 2022, 16:41
AAZ Coolant Tank
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sauce1001 »
09 May 2022, 14:14
Behind my number plate flap is what looks like a coolant expansion tank. It's bone dry and has no cap on it and there's a 2nd tank in the engine...
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Last post by sauce1001
09 May 2022, 20:01
Diesel Injector Querie UPDATE
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sauce1001 »
07 May 2022, 09:18
Hi all, my van's running a 1.9TDI conversion, engine code ALH.
It's very smokey on start up, no smoke when idling but lots of smoke when revved....
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Last post by sauce1001
08 May 2022, 18:32
Smoke on start up
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sauce1001 »
07 May 2022, 18:38
My 1.9 converted (AAZ I think) has some issues when it starts. Lots of blue smoke, next to none when idling, not as bad but some when revved after a...
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Last post by sauce1001
07 May 2022, 18:38
VW V8 Project
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DentedDevon »
29 Sep 2010, 21:01
We've been on the lookout for a van after 18 vanless months.
Saw some rough ones and some nice (new paint hiding who knows what ?)
Saw this one on...
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Last post by JamesKT25
07 May 2022, 08:44
Good VW garage for a T3 engine job?
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Fab4Freddy »
20 Apr 2022, 12:32
Hi all - does anyone have a recommendation for a good, reliable, knowledgeable VW specialist within 25 miles of DE13 that could handle an *engine...
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Last post by Fab4Freddy
20 Apr 2022, 21:03
Re-build or re-con?
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Fab4Freddy »
11 Apr 2022, 14:55
Hi all,
I've got a 1985 T3 Transporter that was a 1.6 petrol but was later upgraded to a 1.9 diesel (the engine code escapes me for the moment but...
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Last post by Fab4Freddy
16 Apr 2022, 17:05
Oil catch can/ Provent
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T25boy71 »
11 Apr 2022, 10:39
Hi
I’m going to fit a oil catch can anyone got any experience in doing it and what one to go for?
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Last post by hubcap61
11 Apr 2022, 15:38
AAZ installation general advice
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Stuart57 »
03 Apr 2022, 17:40
Hi, I have an 86 T25 that had a seized 1.6 JX engine, I have taken it out (kept everything for now) I now have a nice aaz engine to go in. So far I...
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Last post by Timburrows
09 Apr 2022, 14:48
1Y engine questions
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studog »
31 Mar 2022, 09:43
Please excuse the basic question but Diesels are still black magic to me! Petrol makes so much more sense!
After lots of starting and running issue...
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Last post by studog
31 Mar 2022, 12:45
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Last post by Billecartz
22 Mar 2022, 06:26
Can anyone identify this engine please?
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T25Hugh »
14 Mar 2022, 18:53
Hello! I’m new here and have read through loads of threads full of useful information but haven’t found my answer yet. I recently bought an H-reg T25...
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Last post by silverbullet
21 Mar 2022, 19:28
intrusive fuel pump noise
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matt brighton »
26 Jul 2019, 05:25
Hi
Depending on your preference for modded car sounds you may like me find the fuel pump noise on the external pump used in subaru conversions...
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Last post by slowcoach
17 Mar 2022, 20:35
temp change after cam beltl change
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sivan »
20 Feb 2022, 17:01
Hi,
Had cambelt changed on van along with water pump, temperature gauge now reading just above halfway but gauge before always just below halfway...
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Last post by sivan
20 Feb 2022, 17:40
AAZ conrods
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davegeezzer008 »
17 Feb 2022, 03:15
Hi guys I'm needing some help buying a new set of conrods for my AAZ please.
On Etka it's 028198401 but then there are different letters on the end...
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Last post by davegeezzer008
20 Feb 2022, 16:10
AGG Engine Conversion - Electrics
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StoneRoses »
30 Jan 2022, 21:00
Hi
I’m a long-term Aircooled guy, who right now is outside my comfort zone whilst helping out with a T3 engine conversion. So this post is very much...
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Last post by maxstu
18 Feb 2022, 17:45
1z tdi n75 valve question
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sweetaswesty »
16 Feb 2022, 11:00
Hi, I’ve just replaced the N75 valve on our 1z tdi conversion - which was done professionally five years ago - and discovered that the hose coming...
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Last post by sweetaswesty
16 Feb 2022, 11:00
How do you prime an AAZ diesel pump?
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toddylaguna »
12 Feb 2022, 12:07
Hi All
I have just replaced my golf 1.9td in my t25 doka with an Audi 1.9td. Except for an engine mounting bracket it's been fairly straightforward....
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Last post by Timburrows
12 Feb 2022, 20:28
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Last post by M4tt_1
04 Feb 2022, 14:21
1y service
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plumbob »
30 Jan 2022, 05:19
I have a 1Y engine fitted in my bus and its time for cambelt change. I don't know what the donor vehicle was so am asking if all 1y engines have the...
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Last post by plumbob
30 Jan 2022, 05:19
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Last post by Dueller
23 Jan 2022, 13:44
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
08 Jan 2022, 14:33
Apk gen v git
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axeman »
05 Dec 2021, 21:54
Hi all fitting a mk4 golf gti engine at 50 degrees.also converting the manual to an auto
Always worth asking vw (tps) for the cost of parts. Cam...
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Last post by axeman
23 Dec 2021, 20:45
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Last post by lellis77
29 Nov 2021, 13:35
1.8 t at 50 degrees
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axeman »
02 Jan 2021, 21:13
About a year ago I bought a 1.9 rhd un cut panel van. At the time I also owned a 1998 a4 1.8t one owner full service history car. With a damaged head...
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Last post by axeman
25 Nov 2021, 17:48
Early DG conversion to 2.1 DJ spec
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silverbullet »
02 Jan 2021, 18:57
As per title, a VW exchange unit (engine number D. That's it!) with a verified 100k and had been religiously serviced by first owner. New owner...
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Last post by maxstu
17 Nov 2021, 22:34
Carburation
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sump »
01 Nov 2021, 16:29
Has anyone got a single webber fitted and running on LPG if so how?
My system uses the black plastic box on top of the carb to induct the gas and...
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Last post by Stesaw
01 Nov 2021, 16:36
No spark when cranking
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Giz »
07 Oct 2021, 19:01
Hi,
I've searched the forum but can't find an answer to my ignition issue.
The van is a 1990 diesel which has been converted to run a 2.1 5 cylinder...
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Last post by Giz
11 Oct 2021, 01:28
Sabaru cruise control T25 locatiii
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Flip »
30 Jul 2021, 20:56
Hi I’m converting to an EJ25 Sabaru and wondered if anyone had any ideas or preference on where to put Sabaru Cruise control control leaver to set...
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Last post by maxstu
25 Sep 2021, 09:46
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Last post by Oren Kipnis
14 Sep 2021, 17:45
1z TDI coolant hose
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stephen t25 »
14 Sep 2021, 08:49
Hi all,
I have a 1.9 TDI 1Z in my van and was all set for a day out and 2 miles down the road the coolant hose split as it comes out the cylinder...
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Last post by stephen t25
14 Sep 2021, 14:11
Subaru Surgery
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Smiffo »
07 Sep 2021, 16:57
Anyone have any experience with this company?
I'm nowhere near in a position to do it yet, but every now and again I consider a Subaru conversion....
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Last post by izzybarnard
08 Sep 2021, 11:46
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Last post by syncroandy
01 Sep 2021, 11:19
AFN TDI Throttle problem
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Mudlark »
26 Apr 2021, 13:42
Hi All
My AFN TDI has developed an annoying intermittent fault on the throttle.
The power will suddenly die without warning. Take the foot of the...
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Last post by syncroandy
31 Aug 2021, 19:26
AGG gearbox code choice.
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kevtherev »
14 Mar 2021, 04:54
I use a standard petrol engine (DG) gearbox on spec diameter wheels and tyres, on my ADY powered hightop.
Is it wrong to assume that the extra power...
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Last post by kevtherev
30 Aug 2021, 08:39
What engine?
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Sighmoon »
16 Aug 2021, 08:20
I have a '85 Autosleeper that appeared to start life as a 1.9 petrol. It has had a diesel conversion ( 1600 non turbo I think ) but I cannot any...
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Last post by DoubleOSeven
17 Aug 2021, 21:30
T3 with AAZ engine
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Andyvandy »
05 Aug 2021, 12:34
I have a 1990 T3 Westfalia which had the original JX engine changed for an AAZ by the previous owner. So far so good (if you live in the UK!).
We...
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Last post by sweetaswesty
06 Aug 2021, 21:32
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Last post by Aidan
26 Jul 2021, 07:04
oil trap
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Jim San »
20 Jul 2021, 17:46
Anyone fitted an oil trap?
Van is currently waiting to go under the knife to have a couple of oil seals replaced and a water jacket plug to fix the...
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Last post by Jim San
21 Jul 2021, 08:31
Which oil pressure switch?
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Mark S »
05 Sep 2020, 16:21
There is always oil inside the boot of my oil pressure switch atop the filter mounting and so I suspect it might be leaking. Should be simple job to...
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Last post by Mark S
21 Jul 2021, 08:25
AAZ pump on a TDI engine???
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Al Housman »
28 Jun 2021, 15:51
Just thinking outside of the box.
I have a recon diesel pump off a spare AAZ engine and was musing as to whether it would bolt straight on to an...
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Last post by Aidan
12 Jul 2021, 08:45
DMF clutch on an AAZ?
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Al Housman »
04 Jul 2021, 06:34
My gearbox is going to Aidan’s for some tlc next month and thought was to get him to change the shaft so that I can fit a dual mass flywheel...
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Last post by Al Housman
04 Jul 2021, 06:34
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Last post by silverbullet
28 Jun 2021, 18:22
problems with cooling system
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feardana »
01 Aug 2012, 22:44
Hi, I'm a newbie in more ways than one but i'm keen to learn and i'll try not to be too thick/annoying in the process :)
we bought our bus a couple...
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Last post by RogerT
25 Jun 2021, 21:29
Lucky Spragg's engine upgrade
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silverbullet »
05 May 2021, 13:20
This one has been on the cards for a while...
Anyway, it finally arrived a few weeks ago and typically I am overloaded with work again!
Made a start,...
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25 Jun 2021, 13:57
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