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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
Replies: 21
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
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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
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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
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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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Hi all

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
Replies: 2
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
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
Replies: 5
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
Replies: 3
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
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 4
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
Replies: 2
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
Replies: 18
by RogerT » 06 Jan 2019, 14:23
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Apologies for a non-T25 post, but advice would be appreciated.
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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Last post by silverbullet
06 Jan 2019, 09:53
T25 1.9tdi engine judders/hold back

Last post by ZsZ « 30 Dec 2018, 16:07
Replies: 5
by psfenton » 29 Dec 2018, 15:47

I have a T25 1.9 tdi - the engine has started to hold back. I have replaced the fuel filter but this has made no difference.
It ticks over and runs...

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Last post by ZsZ
30 Dec 2018, 16:07
AAZ - Breather pipe?

Last post by Domb18 « 28 Dec 2018, 12:49
Replies: 4
by Iceworx » 10 Feb 2012, 00:08

Just wondering if when dropping the AAZ in, if the had the block-to-rocker cover breather pipe connected, or if it was blocked off?

The CS I have,...

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Last post by Domb18
28 Dec 2018, 12:49
AAZ vacuum hoses

Last post by davegeezzer008 « 20 Dec 2018, 23:38
Replies: 4
by davegeezzer008 » 20 Dec 2018, 19:13

Hi guys just finishing off installing my AAZ but I need some help please !

On the original feed pipe from the vacuum pump I’ve got a one way valve...

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Last post by davegeezzer008
20 Dec 2018, 23:38
It's off with the cylinder head!

Last post by sandyman « 19 Dec 2018, 17:27
Replies: 3
by sandyman » 19 Dec 2018, 09:04

I'm about to attempt to take off the cylinder head on the AAZ engine in my van. It overheated and needs a gasket replacement- I hope that is all- as...

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Last post by sandyman
19 Dec 2018, 17:27
AAZ Blown Head Gasket Replacement

Last post by sandyman « 08 Dec 2018, 11:23
Replies: 6
by sandyman » 04 Dec 2018, 22:36

Sadly my T25 overheated after one of the hoses split underneath and because my temp gauge wasn't working it was too late! Definitely have exhaust...

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Last post by sandyman
08 Dec 2018, 11:23
Fuel woes!

Last post by pleasestartnow « 06 Dec 2018, 21:00
Replies: 15
by pleasestartnow » 01 Dec 2018, 07:30
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Hi there, van is actually braking my heart this week. Just got it back after sorting rust and took it on its first trip since before the summer...
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Last post by pleasestartnow
06 Dec 2018, 21:00
Contemplating a 1.9 tdi conversion

Last post by silverbullet « 03 Dec 2018, 20:44
Replies: 3
by Rookie lee » 03 Dec 2018, 19:23

I’m considering converting my 2.0cu to 1.9 tdi.
Only because I’ve acquired a free golf.
What’s the reason for the engine to be mounted on its side??...

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Last post by silverbullet
03 Dec 2018, 20:44
Aaz exhaust

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 28 Nov 2018, 16:41
Replies: 6
by lefty67 » 14 Nov 2018, 15:52

I have hole in the exhaust pipe between the manifold and back box unfortunately it doesn't look very repairable plus the rest of the pipe towards the...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
28 Nov 2018, 16:41
Bad day at the office

Last post by sarran1955 « 21 Nov 2018, 18:41
Replies: 4
by silverbullet » 20 Nov 2018, 19:51

In a rush, had a case bored for 98mm and ultrasonic cleaned without a proper inspection.

Cleaning exposed:
1. A Timesert
2. An oversize M14 repair...

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Last post by sarran1955
21 Nov 2018, 18:41
Aaz sump gasket. With or without Wingate?

Last post by lefty67 « 16 Nov 2018, 13:03
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by lefty67 » 14 Nov 2018, 16:03

Going to order a rubber sump gasket from bw. They appear to do two different ones. One with and one without a wingate tray. Which one would be the...

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Last post by lefty67
16 Nov 2018, 13:03
Anyone fitted a clutch servo?

Last post by silverbullet « 15 Nov 2018, 19:41
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by Wilber » 14 Nov 2018, 14:43

So I realise that the standard clutch on these vans is no way heavy to work but I have an extremely modified double cab pickup with an AP racing...

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Last post by silverbullet
15 Nov 2018, 19:41
Scooby clutch & flywheel markings, any thoughts?

Last post by Mr Bean « 12 Nov 2018, 09:00
Replies: 6
by irishkeet » 10 Nov 2018, 17:29

Hello

Clutch removed from the 2.5 scooby any thoughts on what might have caused the markings, matched perfectly on the flywheel?

cheers
irishkeet

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12 Nov 2018, 09:00

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