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urgent help needed 1.9 AFN engine (similar to 1Z, AHU, 1Y)

Last post by lloydy « 14 Aug 2019, 14:08
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by 937carrera » 13 Aug 2019, 17:55

Stopped for a poorly T25 near Helmsley

Looks like it has skipped on the cambelt

Can anyone direct to instructions to set the timing

Assume...

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Last post by lloydy
14 Aug 2019, 14:08
1Y exhaust manifold

Last post by ap1930 « 13 Aug 2019, 18:51

by ap1930 » 13 Aug 2019, 18:51

Hi.
I'm new to this forum.
I have a 1988 1.6TD T25 campervan which has been fitted with a 1.9 1Y diesel engine from a golf. Whoever did the...

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Last post by ap1930
13 Aug 2019, 18:51
TDi AFN w flipped Passat box; CV issues

Last post by toomanytoys « 09 Aug 2019, 18:58
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by Palscan » 20 Jul 2019, 13:45

Hi all,
Had a TDi AFN installed with Tim Shettle’s flipped Passat box adapter plate some time last year. I was told at the time that due to the...

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Last post by toomanytoys
09 Aug 2019, 18:58
Coolant issue

Last post by Mocki « 09 Aug 2019, 15:35
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by lkjamieson » 08 Aug 2019, 19:55

Hi all,

I wonder if you could help shed some light on a problem I'm having with my 1.9 TD. On its first journey it overheated and blew the coolant...

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Last post by Mocki
09 Aug 2019, 15:35
Subaru ej20 fuel pump relay

Last post by Dazco « 02 Aug 2019, 20:32
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by Dazco » 21 Jul 2019, 14:45

First off , apologies for not being on for a long time, not been using the van much this year at all.
Van has been laid up for a while following my...

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Last post by Dazco
02 Aug 2019, 20:32
intrusive fuel pump noise

Last post by Aidan « 28 Jul 2019, 17:53
Replies: 8
by 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 Aidan
28 Jul 2019, 17:53
Can't get my Subaru swap to fire up! Help please

Last post by Dazco « 22 Jul 2019, 06:15
Replies: 7
by TeflonTim » 29 May 2019, 12:29

Hello

I have fitted a EJ20 from 1997 Impreza 2.0 non turbo into my 1988 T3 Panel (Originally fitted with 2.1DJ)
The Loom was converted by RJES as...

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Last post by Dazco
22 Jul 2019, 06:15
subaru engine for t25

Last post by slowcoach « 21 Jul 2019, 11:24
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by Jeff J » 21 Jul 2019, 09:58

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; Think this would be ok for a camper? :)

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Last post by slowcoach
21 Jul 2019, 11:24
Mechanic/garage to give some love to a T3 in Burton/Derby?

Last post by sooper8 « 29 Jun 2019, 15:48

by sooper8 » 29 Jun 2019, 15:48

Hi all - does anyone know, and could recommenced, a good mechanic in Burton on Trent or Derby area to work on a T3 Transporter with a 1.9 TD diesel...

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Last post by sooper8
29 Jun 2019, 15:48
Big Bang Theory: Oettinger 2500E rebuild

Last post by silverbullet « 26 Jun 2019, 12:39
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by silverbullet » 31 Oct 2014, 21:09
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A while back, my search for an 82mm crank to go with some 98mm pistons and barrels resulted in the unearthing of a genuine Oetti 2500 wbx sat in a...
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Last post by silverbullet
26 Jun 2019, 12:39
AFN Tdi DMF starter adapter.... horrible noise from starter?

Last post by spanishfly « 24 Jun 2019, 20:36
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by spanishfly » 20 Jun 2019, 20:42

Another day another head scratcher...
DMF fitted
Rebuilt gearbox in..
starter adapter in checked both ways up only fits one of them.
starter VW...

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Last post by spanishfly
24 Jun 2019, 20:36
Hydraulic engine mounts ?

Last post by Mr Bean « 21 Jun 2019, 17:20
Replies: 5
by glennada » 16 Feb 2019, 13:04

Hello everyone,
I've just replaced my engine mounts and the vibration is now reminding me of bus journeys in the 70s, you know when stopped the...

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Last post by Mr Bean
21 Jun 2019, 17:20
Which way round do the coolant hoses go ??

Last post by davegeezzer008 « 04 Jun 2019, 08:44
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by davegeezzer008 » 02 Jun 2019, 20:30

Hi can anyone please tell me which way round the coolant hoses go on a aaz , does the water pump go to the bottom hose or top hose ?? Many thanks Dave

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Last post by davegeezzer008
04 Jun 2019, 08:44
vw lupo diagnostic scanner

Last post by 937carrera « 25 May 2019, 09:15
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by dave lfc » 05 May 2019, 14:21
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hi everyone my son has a vw lupo 1.0l petrol 2000 model,anyway car would just start then cut out instantly.the epc dash light has come on so was...
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Last post by 937carrera
25 May 2019, 09:15
Hydro engine mounts are they worth the trouble

Last post by multisi « 24 May 2019, 14:14
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by pugvan » 26 Nov 2016, 21:15

Hello all What do folk recon to hydro mounts are they worth the trouble a few on the samba seem to claim there worth it but maybe their standard...

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Last post by multisi
24 May 2019, 14:14
1981 Aircooled Westy to Subaru EJ25 Conversion

Last post by Dollytony « 22 May 2019, 10:03
Replies: 76
by Dollytony » 07 Mar 2015, 17:46
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Here we go then.....

Hi All

I am new to the forum & new to classic VW's, back in November I bought a 1981 Westy poptop to convert to Subaru power &...
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Last post by Dollytony
22 May 2019, 10:03
AAZ conversion (what bits are required)

Last post by clone123 « 15 May 2019, 22:36
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by gollfy » 10 May 2019, 10:05

Hi All,
I have an aaz engine and box for my van.

What other bits and bobs am I going to need to complete the conversion? I have done some searching...

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Last post by clone123
15 May 2019, 22:36
Most economic engine?

Last post by silverbullet « 14 May 2019, 06:17
Replies: 6
by GreenBlood » 10 May 2019, 14:52

Hi, I’m new!

There seems to be plenty of options for replacing the engine in a t25 (1985 mine is) but what is the best for economy and how does...

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Last post by silverbullet
14 May 2019, 06:17
MK1 Audi A3 1.9 TDi not starting (AHU 39****)

Last post by Timburrows « 09 May 2019, 22:09
Replies: 16
by Burtybassett » 26 Apr 2019, 20:24
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Got myself a little problem with engine not starting.

I have a 1983 VW T25 Westfalia Campervan with a Mk1 Audi A3 1.9 TDi (AHU 39****) in her....
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Last post by Timburrows
09 May 2019, 22:09
Air filter options for Subaru?

Last post by mariner « 07 May 2019, 16:05
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by mariner » 14 Apr 2019, 16:48

Hi all. Had my van for 3 years now and haven’t changed the air filter in that time (probably done 10-15k) in that time and don’t know how long it was...

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Last post by mariner
07 May 2019, 16:05
EJ Exhaust / Focus ST

Last post by 300CE « 02 May 2019, 11:58
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by matt brighton » 01 May 2019, 06:15

Having been happy with a GSXR1100 motorbike silencer .... I spent yesterday curtting up and measuring for size my Focus ST exhaust for the camper...

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Last post by 300CE
02 May 2019, 11:58
gearbox removal with engine in situ ?

Last post by matt brighton « 02 May 2019, 05:01
Replies: 4
by matt brighton » 21 Feb 2019, 08:04

Hi

I have the Subaru engine installed with the RJES bell housing. Picked up my new DK box yesterday.

Is it possible to remove /replace the gearbox...

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Last post by matt brighton
02 May 2019, 05:01
Oil filter and oil change

Last post by mariner « 19 Apr 2019, 11:53
Replies: 4
by mariner » 18 Apr 2019, 18:18

Hi guys. Planning on dropping the oil and changing the filter this wkd. Appreciate it’s not a complex job but my first attempt and just wanted to...

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Last post by mariner
19 Apr 2019, 11:53
Warning regarding Subaru diesel replacement engines

Last post by silverbullet « 18 Apr 2019, 19:51
Replies: 1
by Troopy » 17 Apr 2019, 09:02

Did a search for this and couldn't find anything so not sure if it is general knowledge, but the Legacy diesel boxer engines (EE20 I think) from...

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Last post by silverbullet
18 Apr 2019, 19:51
AFN quirk , no power until reved , ECU / cruise control ?

Last post by 16vmini « 18 Apr 2019, 14:18
Replies: 27
by 16vmini » 23 Sep 2013, 14:39
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did my TDI / AFN conversion last year , and ever since i have done it i have always had this problem , basically i dont have any power after...
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Last post by 16vmini
18 Apr 2019, 14:18
Temperature in AAZ

Last post by hubcap61 « 18 Apr 2019, 11:42
Replies: 4
by nickelo » 06 Dec 2018, 13:33

Hello i recently mounted an AAZ in my T3. I renneved all coolant circuit, silicon hoses, inox tubes, african radiator, termostats and sensors. Temp...

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Last post by hubcap61
18 Apr 2019, 11:42
Coolant hose 1986 T25 converted engine

Last post by sooper8 « 15 Apr 2019, 16:49
Replies: 3
by sooper8 » 15 Apr 2019, 13:14

Hi - struggling a bit and wondered if I could get a few opinions on this please?

Coolant hose split the other week. It's shot to pieces generally...

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Last post by sooper8
15 Apr 2019, 16:49
RJES Subaru Turbo Clutch Not Disengaging

Last post by J P « 07 Apr 2019, 22:13
Replies: 2
by J P » 05 Apr 2019, 09:50

I have an issue with my conversion whereby I drove for approximately 80 miles to an event, and after an hour or so of playing in the mud I found it...

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Last post by J P
07 Apr 2019, 22:13
Heater doesn't go fully cold after Subaru transplant

Last post by matt brighton « 01 Apr 2019, 19:10
Replies: 5
by Tinium » 18 Mar 2019, 13:27

I've noticed since swapping the WBX for Subaru, once the engine's up to temp that the cab heater never goes fully cold, even with the lever fully...

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Last post by matt brighton
01 Apr 2019, 19:10
1Y dip stick mod

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 30 Mar 2019, 15:58
Replies: 5
by Rogue Trooper » 02 May 2017, 20:15

Modified mine at the weekend....
Knocked the old 1Y dip stick out and then drilled/remed it out with a 8mm drill t make a sleeve...nice fit over the...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
30 Mar 2019, 15:58
1.9 tdi golf engine

Last post by Stokie1403 « 30 Mar 2019, 09:42
Replies: 30
by Stokie1403 » 27 Sep 2018, 17:18
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Abit of advice needed please!

Recently bought a T25 with a 1.9 TDI engine - all seemed well...

After what appeared to be a minor oil leak...
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Last post by Stokie1403
30 Mar 2019, 09:42
PD130 Swap????

Last post by silverbullet « 22 Mar 2019, 08:25
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by naff_monk » 19 Mar 2019, 10:44

How do

TDI questions this time. I’ve done a bit of trawling so I'm starting to build a picture but hoping someone can provide some guidance.

Our...

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Last post by silverbullet
22 Mar 2019, 08:25
AAZ Cylinder head needed, help appreciated!

Last post by tyredandcranky « 18 Mar 2019, 16:26

by tyredandcranky » 18 Mar 2019, 16:26

I have an AAZ in my 1988, and although it's running really sweet thanks to my T25 loving mechanic, I have two cracks around valve 3 on the top of the...

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Last post by tyredandcranky
18 Mar 2019, 16:26
Alternative engines

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 10 Mar 2019, 21:37
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by Tonkatoy » 10 Feb 2019, 18:55

I have a t25 panel van which is running a rover V8 3.9 engine, I have looked at the alternative engine section but cannot find any links to similar...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
10 Mar 2019, 21:37
Oil light not coming on

Last post by sandyman « 06 Mar 2019, 19:38
Replies: 5
by sandyman » 02 Mar 2019, 19:40

Until very recently the oil light was functioning correctly- coming on when ignition was turned on and then switching off during driving. The last...

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Last post by sandyman
06 Mar 2019, 19:38
1y engine change help please guys!!

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Mar 2019, 07:32
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by jonnyoffcas79 » 05 Mar 2019, 08:06

Hi guys fitted a 1y non turbo engine into my doka, my question is do I have to use the 1.6 d air inlet manifold on it as the original 1y inlet fouls...

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Last post by silverbullet
06 Mar 2019, 07:32
No throttle response

Last post by davidoft1 « 04 Mar 2019, 17:42
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by stephen t25 » 03 Mar 2019, 11:55

Hi all, it’s been a while.

Got a problem, my Whitestar 19tdi 1z is playing up, I’ll be driving along and all of a sudden no throttle response at...

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Last post by davidoft1
04 Mar 2019, 17:42
The Superboxer, a new heart for the Silver Bullet

Last post by silverbullet « 01 Mar 2019, 09:46
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by silverbullet » 29 Sep 2011, 10:40
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I've been after this one for a while, ever since I heard about it. Circa 1988 the owner of a nearly new Carat Auto felt that it just wasn't quick...
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Last post by silverbullet
01 Mar 2019, 09:46
AFN DMF..... fitting?

Last post by jebiga41 « 26 Feb 2019, 23:28
Replies: 2
by spanishfly » 26 Feb 2019, 17:52

Hi
Is there anyone out there who's done an AFN conversion and fitted a Brickwerks TDi DMF who maybe able to help?

Following a very expensive rebuild...

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Last post by jebiga41
26 Feb 2019, 23:28
What’s this?

Last post by Stokie1403 « 23 Feb 2019, 11:14
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by Stokie1403 » 16 Feb 2019, 17:08

Hi all,

Don’t laugh but what is this?

Whatever it is it seems to be slightly leaking oil - *Its a AAZ engine*

Cheers in advance for the help!!...

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Last post by Stokie1403
23 Feb 2019, 11:14
1.9tdi AHU - which exhaust

Last post by Winchweight « 13 Feb 2019, 20:18
Replies: 3
by Winchweight » 10 Feb 2019, 15:10

Hi guys, we have an AHU conversion from a JX. We need a new exhaust and I am pretty sure it’s just the same old JX system from before the conversion....

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Last post by Winchweight
13 Feb 2019, 20:18
Cambelt Help (1Y Engine)

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 13 Feb 2019, 14:28

by The Hairy Camper » 13 Feb 2019, 14:28

Hello campers! I'm hoping someone can help.

I'm just ordering a cambelt kit from brickwerks and ran into a problem. My 1Y engine is a late version...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
13 Feb 2019, 14:28
DH Gearbox ??? revvy or not ?

Last post by Aidan « 03 Feb 2019, 11:32
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by matt brighton » 03 Feb 2019, 08:13

Hi

Am looking to relieve some stress by fitting a taller ratio gearbox

I currently have my original CS engine 4 speed gearbox ..... the DH isn't on...

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Last post by Aidan
03 Feb 2019, 11:32
Temp Gauge reading

Last post by lefty67 « 01 Feb 2019, 13:31
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by sandyman » 31 Jan 2019, 07:15

I've got a 1.9 TD in my T25. Was wondering where the needle should normally be on the temp gauge, when engine is hot and running normally.

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Last post by lefty67
01 Feb 2019, 13:31
Water pipes !!

Last post by davegeezzer008 « 28 Jan 2019, 23:43
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by davegeezzer008 » 24 Jan 2019, 20:03

I’m a bit embarrassed to ask this but the radiator top hose, does it go to the thermostat ? And the heater Matrix pipes one goes to the expansion...

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Last post by davegeezzer008
28 Jan 2019, 23:43
JX to AAZ - bigger tyres???

Last post by matt brighton « 22 Jan 2019, 20:29
Replies: 7
by bidbid14 » 12 Jan 2019, 06:17

Hi all,

I replaced my 1.6TD JX engine with a 1.9TD AAZ a couple of years back. I kept the old gearbox
I'm really pleased with how it's running but I...

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Last post by matt brighton
22 Jan 2019, 20:29
Engine? --please do NOT laugh....

Last post by jaylo264 « 19 Jan 2019, 09:43
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by jaylo264 » 18 Jan 2019, 20:41

Hi all,
our 1.9 DG wbx is getting pretty tired and we have somewhere on the driveway a rusting golf GTi with my own genuine mileage of 69,000 from...

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Last post by jaylo264
19 Jan 2019, 09:43
List for 1Y Conversion

Last post by The Hairy Camper « 16 Jan 2019, 00:39
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by The Hairy Camper » 15 Jan 2019, 21:48

Hi everyone, so i'm finally putting in a brickwerks order so i can put my 1Y and box together!

I've basically stolen OBG's list from the definitive...

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Last post by The Hairy Camper
16 Jan 2019, 00:39
VW PD105 smoke MOT fail

Last post by Timburrows « 11 Jan 2019, 10:21
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by RogerT » 06 Jan 2019, 14:23
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My 08 Fabia 1.9 PD failed on the smoke test with readings starting at 2.5 and dropping...
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Last post by Timburrows
11 Jan 2019, 10:21
T25 1.9 TD Oil leak/Breather pipe thingy...

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Jan 2019, 09:53
Replies: 5
by vwt25 » 01 Mar 2012, 14:05

Hi,
I’ve recently brought a 1.9TD converted T25, and its seems oil is coming out the breather pipe and dripping on the axel, thus covering everything...

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06 Jan 2019, 09:53

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