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Corsa PAS and Vehicle Speed Sensor

Last post by bmouthboyo « 31 Jul 2018, 18:06

by bmouthboyo » 31 Jul 2018, 18:06

Hi Guys,

I am just about ready to complete my GTI AGG conversion and for part of that I have bought a speed sensor from Brickwerks to be used with...

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Last post by bmouthboyo
31 Jul 2018, 18:06
Header Tank Bracket for AGG Conversion

Last post by Titus A Duxass « 31 Jul 2018, 04:22
Replies: 8
by bmouthboyo » 27 Jul 2018, 15:29

Hi Guys,

I am hoping to get my AGG in over the next month and looking at how I can mount the header tank. My current setup does not have the bracket...

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Last post by Titus A Duxass
31 Jul 2018, 04:22
PD Tdi overheat and plumbing Q's

Last post by zak « 30 Jul 2018, 21:40
Replies: 14
by zak » 23 Jul 2018, 10:29

Overheated yesterday towards the end of an otherwise happy 2 hour run. I noticed the temp gauge go high and by the time I stopped the bottle cap was...

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Last post by zak
30 Jul 2018, 21:40
diesel starter removal

Last post by colinthefox « 30 Jul 2018, 19:46
Replies: 4
by IAN-H » 28 Jul 2018, 18:03

Any tips for this? I've removed the two s/motor bolts, and the forward stay for the clutch slave cylinder bracket hopeing to rotate the...

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Last post by colinthefox
30 Jul 2018, 19:46
engine keeps stalling intermittingly

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 30 Jul 2018, 13:16
Replies: 1
by plumber » 28 Jul 2018, 10:42

My T25 keeps stalling when coming to a halt, then after half a days driving everything becomes normal with good tick over, which is fine for about...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
30 Jul 2018, 13:16
Cooling system 1.9 dg

Last post by pieman1 « 29 Jul 2018, 15:20
Replies: 4
by pieman1 » 28 Jul 2018, 09:40

Hi last weekend I was coming home when my engine put a big bang and cloud of smoke appears behind us
No red lights but smelt hot I drove home ok , I...

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Last post by pieman1
29 Jul 2018, 15:20
A 'whats this' question - loose wire in engine bay

Last post by Middle29 « 29 Jul 2018, 13:17
Replies: 12
by Middle29 » 11 Jul 2018, 09:50

I've got this hanging down and the wire is just loose in there, its not soldered, crimped or anything - just dangling... Any ideas?

FOO1.jpg...

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Last post by Middle29
29 Jul 2018, 13:17
AAZ Exhaust valve snapped?

Last post by mrnickmuss « 20 Jul 2018, 06:19
Replies: 4
by mrnickmuss » 19 Jul 2018, 19:36

Hope someone can help advise.
My Doka which is my daily driver has been running fine apart from feeling lumpy on start up for the past week or so.
I...

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Last post by mrnickmuss
20 Jul 2018, 06:19
VW Bora !

Last post by Smcknighty « 19 Jul 2018, 19:53
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by peteabbott » 11 Jul 2018, 12:40
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Hello fellow VW lovers,
My dear old 1999 1.6 Bora was driving very nicely, suddenly it developed a loss of power.......no Engine warning lights....
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Last post by Smcknighty
19 Jul 2018, 19:53
Subaru conversion/Diesel Tank ?

Last post by multisi « 19 Jul 2018, 08:43
Replies: 2
by matt brighton » 19 Jul 2018, 06:13

Hi

Has anyone kept the diesel tank when converting to Subaru ?

Mine has the early metal filler neck and to use the recommended 2.1 injection tank...

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Last post by multisi
19 Jul 2018, 08:43
Where to get an AAZ?

Last post by clift_d « 18 Jul 2018, 12:40
Replies: 2
by Robjackson » 18 Jul 2018, 10:19

My JX engine is goosed. Im wondering Where to buy an AAZ engine? I have searched about, all I can find are American sites selling new or low mile...

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Last post by clift_d
18 Jul 2018, 12:40
Supply of 1y's dwindling? If so what's the easiest transplan

Last post by colinthefox « 17 Jul 2018, 21:05
Replies: 6
by dieseldave » 13 Jul 2018, 21:44

New van, 1y 1.9 with a turbo fitted, water hose split, dumped water, didn't catch it in time cooked the engine. Have very limited time so looking to...

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Last post by colinthefox
17 Jul 2018, 21:05
engine swap

Last post by silverbullet « 16 Jul 2018, 17:04
Replies: 4
by cwe » 16 Jul 2018, 16:04

ADVICE please ,got a Subaru in my van at the mo playing up , whats the best engine to replace it without loads of changes , had enough of the Subaru...

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Last post by silverbullet
16 Jul 2018, 17:04
Garage recomendations for replacement engine.

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 15 Jul 2018, 16:07
Replies: 1
by pocolow » 15 Jul 2018, 11:54

So we are looking to replace our tired JX engine with something with a little more poke. Can anyone recommend a garage that can supply and fit one of...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
15 Jul 2018, 16:07
Overfuelling in a Golf Mk2 8V 1.8 (PB Code) Digifant

Last post by Theclash « 15 Jul 2018, 10:37
Replies: 1
by Stefvan » 09 Jul 2018, 08:18

Hi
been having some starting problems - van would start fine from cold but would struggle to start when hot requiring a couple of RAC callouts and a...

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Last post by Theclash
15 Jul 2018, 10:37
Powerrrrrrrr !!!!!

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 15 Jul 2018, 06:30
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by matt brighton » 13 Jul 2018, 17:47

Limbering up for my subaru conversion today...... Subaru engine arrives from HDC next week

SO....

I got a big bore kit delivered from china for...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
15 Jul 2018, 06:30
GTI Conversion Questions from a very early past conversion

Last post by garyd « 14 Jul 2018, 16:19
Replies: 7
by bmouthboyo » 20 Jun 2018, 10:49

Hi Guys,

I am currently getting ready to convert my current MK1 GTI engine to a MK3 GTI. My current conversion was completed a long time ago by a...

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Last post by garyd
14 Jul 2018, 16:19
1.9 tdi Passat lower cam cover

Last post by MyWifeNods « 12 Jul 2018, 13:44

by MyWifeNods » 12 Jul 2018, 13:44

Sorry if this is a stupid question (I'm brand new to T25 ownership and new to the forum!). Also not technically gifted :oops:

I have just bought a...

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Last post by MyWifeNods
12 Jul 2018, 13:44
Early gearbox late van

Last post by Goldfeesh « 12 Jul 2018, 01:39
Replies: 9
by Goldfeesh » 19 Aug 2017, 23:21

Hi,

Im about to install my early dk gearbox in my late panel van. They obviously don't normally fit right. Has anyone modified their gearbox mount...

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Last post by Goldfeesh
12 Jul 2018, 01:39
Keeping Diesel Tank for Subaru Conversion

Last post by matt brighton « 11 Jul 2018, 21:15
Replies: 2
by matt brighton » 11 Jul 2018, 13:28

Hi

Im installing a petrol subaru into what was a 1.6CS . Its recommended to use the 2.1 fuel tank because it has the correct outlet/retun size...

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Last post by matt brighton
11 Jul 2018, 21:15
Exposed tip EGT sensors

Last post by dave friday « 08 Jul 2018, 13:43

by dave friday » 08 Jul 2018, 13:43

Hi all,as above anyone using one on a diesel? The one on my van has developed a 1600 ohm leak to the casing throwing the gauge readings out!
Any...

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Last post by dave friday
08 Jul 2018, 13:43
Subaru - Reduced oil capacity

Last post by Goldfeesh « 06 Jul 2018, 12:14
Replies: 6
by matt brighton » 03 Jul 2018, 04:41

Wondering....

Shortening the sump usually reduces oil capacity unless it incorporates wings .

Might the addition of an oil cooler compensate ?

You...

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Last post by Goldfeesh
06 Jul 2018, 12:14
To 1Y or not to 1Y?

Last post by DavidS « 05 Jul 2018, 21:30
Replies: 7
by DavidS » 30 Jun 2018, 10:02

I'm in the middle of doing up my van and having largely finished the bodywork and painting, my thoughts are turning to the engine. It's currently a...

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Last post by DavidS
05 Jul 2018, 21:30
T4 Tech expert recommendations

Last post by dbz864 « 04 Jul 2018, 21:50
Replies: 1
by Jim San » 02 Jul 2018, 17:24

I know its not T3 but a friend of a friend has been royally robbed left right and centre with her T4 Caravelle and its camper conversion and is now...

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Last post by dbz864
04 Jul 2018, 21:50
Bike engines

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 03 Jul 2018, 21:35
Replies: 7
by Jackrobbo » 01 Jul 2018, 13:07

Anyone ever done a bike engine swap on a t25 I have a CU at the minute but thinking of a swap

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Last post by bigbadbob76
03 Jul 2018, 21:35
fuel pump and fuel filter - before or after?

Last post by multisi « 02 Jul 2018, 21:08
Replies: 10
by mariner » 02 Jul 2018, 14:35

Hi all. My fuel pump packed up today and I need to replace it asap. :o

It’s a Waldro gsl 393 and there’s not any around that I can get in the next...

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Last post by multisi
02 Jul 2018, 21:08
Gearbox Ratio/RPM - Subaru Conversion

Last post by matt brighton « 02 Jul 2018, 14:48
Replies: 5
by matt brighton » 29 Jun 2018, 05:24

Im pondering the likely rpm and driveabilityof my van with the 2.0L subaru engine fitted to my DM code gearbox - its an early diesel .

Im going to...

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Last post by matt brighton
02 Jul 2018, 14:48
Subaru conversion garages.

Last post by matt brighton « 29 Jun 2018, 05:33
Replies: 13
by SuffolkT25 » 16 May 2018, 18:39

Hi all.
Anyone know of a T25 Subaru conversion garage/specialist in the south East or Anglia region?
I’ve tried TSR conversions but they are...

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Last post by matt brighton
29 Jun 2018, 05:33
Juddering on a hill start

Last post by daveroberts « 26 Jun 2018, 11:44
Replies: 6
by daveroberts » 25 Jun 2018, 16:44

Trying to work out why i sometimes get engine juddering on hill start.
Have a 1990 Cali with a AAZ in the back. So, here's how it goes...standing...

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Last post by daveroberts
26 Jun 2018, 11:44
Subaru conversion question -diesel engine cradle

Last post by matt brighton « 25 Jun 2018, 14:31
Replies: 6
by matt brighton » 24 Jun 2018, 07:24

Hi

A member has bought my 1.9 aef and its going into what was a DG engined van.

Im putting a subaru in using RJES components - he is taking out a...

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Last post by matt brighton
25 Jun 2018, 14:31
Exhaust supplier EJ20 ?

Last post by 300CE « 22 Jun 2018, 19:01
Replies: 9
by matt brighton » 22 Jun 2018, 03:27

Good Morning,

Am about to tale the plunge.... using the RJES kit,

Can anyone here point me to a supplier who can knock up an exhaust for me ? _ I'm...

9 Replies

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Last post by 300CE
22 Jun 2018, 19:01
ej20 shortened oil pan

Last post by matt brighton « 22 Jun 2018, 17:58
Replies: 7
by Woodyyellow » 04 Jun 2018, 17:24

Thought I’d add this here as well as my ongoing restoration thread to enable the ‘search’ facility.

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;...

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Last post by matt brighton
22 Jun 2018, 17:58
Idiot Proof Guide to Changing Cambelt

Last post by colinthefox « 22 Jun 2018, 15:10
Replies: 3
by The Hairy Camper » 20 Jun 2018, 23:45

Hi people, i've bought a 1.9 1Y engine to replace my 1.7 KY.

While i have the 1Y engine out i want to change the cambelt, tensioner etc. I've never...

3 Replies

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Last post by colinthefox
22 Jun 2018, 15:10
EJ20 Alternative "original equipment" ??

Last post by matt brighton « 20 Jun 2018, 15:16
Replies: 1
by matt brighton » 19 Jun 2018, 04:14

Morning,

This will be relevant to T25 owners after 2019 as some of us have vehicles registered in 1980

Looking at the DVLA guidance... Im unsure...

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Last post by matt brighton
20 Jun 2018, 15:16
Subaru 2.0 - performance ??

Last post by matt brighton « 16 Jun 2018, 17:47
Replies: 10
by matt brighton » 12 Jun 2018, 07:20

Hello,

Im getting everything together to transplant a 2.0 legacy into my camper.... 1982 Devon Conversion.

The kit will be RJES, and engine from a...

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Last post by matt brighton
16 Jun 2018, 17:47
Glow plug question

Last post by bernard1973 « 13 Jun 2018, 21:18
Replies: 4
by bernard1973 » 12 Jun 2018, 22:29

I'm hoping someone can help with this as we're off for a week to Scotland soon and will be putting some mile in..

When I turn the ignition key the...

4 Replies

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Last post by bernard1973
13 Jun 2018, 21:18
1.9tdi 1z exhaust

Last post by arf333 « 12 Jun 2018, 12:31
Replies: 3
by arf333 » 11 Jun 2018, 10:45

I have a 1.9tdi 1z in the back of my van. Is there an off the shelve exhaust set up for it, or some bits n pieces you can string together? Or does it...

3 Replies

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Last post by arf333
12 Jun 2018, 12:31
AAZ cambelt..

Last post by max and caddy « 10 Jun 2018, 15:31

by max and caddy » 10 Jun 2018, 15:31

The cambelt on my van was new when I replaced the rubbish JX with a 165000 mile AAZ 9+ years
ago so thought I best change it..the belt coming off...

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Last post by max and caddy
10 Jun 2018, 15:31
Subaru ECU buzzing and not starting

Last post by multisi « 08 Jun 2018, 13:20
Replies: 9
by multisi » 28 Apr 2018, 15:08

Van was starting really good then turned the key to start and had electric fizz noise from maybe fuel pump area, I charged up the battery and now...

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Last post by multisi
08 Jun 2018, 13:20
New T25, has a TDI Passat engine

Last post by 4x4 Bus « 07 Jun 2018, 21:07
Replies: 26
by tyredandcranky » 29 May 2018, 12:58
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Firstly, I love this forum already. It's only been a week and I've had an enormous amount of info from you all, and the Wiki is now my new bible!

I...
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Last post by 4x4 Bus
07 Jun 2018, 21:07
Temperature under reading since AEF conversion

Last post by matt brighton « 06 Jun 2018, 22:15
Replies: 4
by matt brighton » 23 May 2018, 04:25

Hi

Since replacing my old CS engine with a Skoda Felecia 1.9 AEF the temp gauge barely moves

Are the senders different or maybe I have wired it to...

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Last post by matt brighton
06 Jun 2018, 22:15
Subaru conversion electrics - how do I???

Last post by syncroandy « 05 Jun 2018, 08:00
Replies: 2
by Hoopy_Frood » 10 May 2018, 13:50

Hopefully this makes some kind of sense

My new loom from Felllows doesn't have any wiring on it for the coolant level sensor or the alternator. None...

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Last post by syncroandy
05 Jun 2018, 08:00
Subaru Alternator and ECU Reset

Last post by syncroandy « 04 Jun 2018, 12:15
Replies: 1
by mshaw1980 » 27 May 2018, 07:44

Hello

Has anybody seen something to do with resetting the Subaru ecu if it is not putting out 13.5 to 14v? I tested mine yesterday after I noticed...

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Last post by syncroandy
04 Jun 2018, 12:15
Waltraud AGG from DG conversion starting

Last post by waltraud « 01 Jun 2018, 16:12
Replies: 97
by waltraud » 15 Nov 2017, 10:33
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:D I’m preparing for an AGG instal in my 83 DG Westy. Have read lots of threads and decided to be well prepped so not too much time off the road!...
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Last post by waltraud
01 Jun 2018, 16:12
turbo on afn conversion

Last post by si&helen cali89 « 29 May 2018, 19:29
Replies: 4
by si&helen cali89 » 27 May 2018, 08:47

I've got a 1989 tdi vw afn 1.9 conversion on my bus and i pretty sure the turbo has just give up .I've seem to have lost a lot of power ,its running...

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Last post by si&helen cali89
29 May 2018, 19:29
Tax class and MOT ? diesel to scooby

Last post by matt brighton « 24 May 2018, 14:40
Replies: 2
by matt brighton » 22 May 2018, 07:20

Hi

Am gathering the detail for converting from diesel to Suberau.

Its not clear to me from MOT online manual as to how emissions would be tested -...

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Last post by matt brighton
24 May 2018, 14:40
Not turning over.

Last post by Cyberdennis « 24 May 2018, 12:39
Replies: 15
by barneyrubble » 12 May 2018, 12:59
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Beryl is disgracing herself and starting to leave us stranded on an increasingly regular basis.

Turning the ignition to start and you always hear...
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Last post by Cyberdennis
24 May 2018, 12:39
Loss of power up hills

Last post by R0B « 20 May 2018, 11:06
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by Daisypop » 20 May 2018, 10:09

Thank you for the advice, indicators fully working again. You were right it was the relay switch. My next big problem is I’m losing power up hills....

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Last post by R0B
20 May 2018, 11:06
Another wbx 2500 build

Last post by silverbullet « 15 May 2018, 13:09

by silverbullet » 15 May 2018, 13:09

A parcel with two 82mm cranks inside has just landed, from DPR in California :)
Lots of other stuff already in stock for the next build: pistons,...

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Last post by silverbullet
15 May 2018, 13:09
AAZ start up difficulties

Last post by angler alan « 13 May 2018, 20:15

by angler alan » 13 May 2018, 20:15

Hi
I have just converted my 1987 T25 1.7 diesel KY 5spd to a 1.9TD AAZ (from a golf 07/94) with a 4 spd DK Aircooled gearbox.
I have used a...

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13 May 2018, 20:15

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