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Engine Temperatures & Thermostat troubles.

Last post by lloydy « 13 Jan 2016, 21:21
Replies: 6
by davegsm82 » 11 Jan 2016, 20:25

I've just completed a 450 mile stint round Scotland and have some questions for other TDi converts;

1) On an average journey, which at the minute...

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Last post by lloydy
13 Jan 2016, 21:21
Oil Pressure Sender/Gauge

Last post by Dazco « 13 Jan 2016, 13:43
Replies: 7
by crazymilk » 12 Jan 2016, 12:17

Hi all
I would like to install an oil pressure gauge on my EJ25 conversion.

From what I have read you can add a new sender from the extra oil port...

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Last post by Dazco
13 Jan 2016, 13:43
Petrol to diesel conversion

Last post by westfaliashop « 12 Jan 2016, 19:45
Replies: 11
by westfaliashop » 03 Jan 2016, 11:08

Could someone point me in the direction of a good thread for this as I'm sure there must be plenty on here, I just can't seem to find them!

I have a...

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Last post by westfaliashop
12 Jan 2016, 19:45
AFN Remap Files? - MSA15 - 028906021

Last post by davegsm82 « 12 Jan 2016, 18:10
Replies: 4
by davegsm82 » 08 Jan 2016, 00:15

Has anyone had their MSA15 ECU remapped? thats the old single plug ECU with the MAP sensor built inside, used on early AFN's etc.

I've socketed my...

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Last post by davegsm82
12 Jan 2016, 18:10
Subaru ecu placement and cable routing

Last post by mshaw1980 « 12 Jan 2016, 12:35
Replies: 2
by mshaw1980 » 11 Jan 2016, 23:05

Hello

I have now got my engine bolted in but I now am wondering where to route and put the Subaru ecu? Want to do this only once so I don't have to...

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Last post by mshaw1980
12 Jan 2016, 12:35
If your considering a conversion this may suit you

Last post by dickspanner « 11 Jan 2016, 19:17
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by dickspanner » 11 Jan 2016, 17:39

Well I have wrestled with the Cosworth Powered Crewcab for years and the main wrestling being what to do with it as I can not register it in France....

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Last post by dickspanner
11 Jan 2016, 19:17
What is this?

Last post by Dazco « 11 Jan 2016, 15:20
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by crazymilk » 11 Jan 2016, 09:58

Hi there
Just putting back together my EJ25 SOHC and I have found a small push on plug that I cant remember where it goes?

It comes from the...

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Last post by Dazco
11 Jan 2016, 15:20
EJ25 Rev Counter Help!

Last post by Aidan « 11 Jan 2016, 13:41
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by crazymilk » 06 Jan 2016, 13:53

Trying to find a well priced rev counter (dash mounted) for my Subaru Ej25 conversion.

Want to run it from the ecu.

Anybody got any suggestions or...

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Last post by Aidan
11 Jan 2016, 13:41
Where have all the engines gone!? Engine choice help?

Last post by Bennythew « 10 Jan 2016, 11:46
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by Bennythew » 09 Jan 2016, 23:20

So like many, I've been looking into swapping out my Ky engine for something more powerful.

I've got an 89 panel that I've been using as my daily,...

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Last post by Bennythew
10 Jan 2016, 11:46
Dry dipstick VW but not T25

Last post by Smosh « 08 Jan 2016, 23:00
Replies: 7
by itchyfeet » 08 Jan 2016, 15:52

On the car I sometimes pull the dipstick and it's dry, when it happens it takes a few seconds of panic before I remember to put it back, pull it...

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Last post by Smosh
08 Jan 2016, 23:00
intercooler placement

Last post by davegsm82 « 07 Jan 2016, 23:58
Replies: 4
by boonflap2006 » 02 Jan 2016, 19:33

hi all im deep in 1.9tdi afn engine up grade in my t3
one word....intercooler

1. does old bus realy need one ?
2. will engine run ok with out one...

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Last post by davegsm82
07 Jan 2016, 23:58
Fuel Pump help

Last post by boardmonkey « 07 Jan 2016, 12:08
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by crazymilk » 21 Dec 2015, 13:28

Hi all
Will this be OK for my EJ25 conversion?
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Also need a filter - any suggestions?

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Last post by boardmonkey
07 Jan 2016, 12:08
Fitting engine with gearbox or without

Last post by busbuddy « 28 Dec 2015, 10:57
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by mshaw1980 » 14 Dec 2015, 13:35

Hi everyone

Close to fitting my Subaru ej20 into my t25 but just wondered is it easier to mate the gearbox to the engine first or fit gearbox and...

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Last post by busbuddy
28 Dec 2015, 10:57
aaz 15° in petrol doka syncro

Last post by alidhojd « 27 Dec 2015, 11:52

by alidhojd » 27 Dec 2015, 11:52

I have the aaz in the garage with a ds-tuning adapter plate, the wiring is already done(mostly) by previous owner.
I have decided on a straight...

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Last post by alidhojd
27 Dec 2015, 11:52
tempted by a subaru ez30 engine

Last post by Domino « 24 Dec 2015, 06:26
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by Shaundon » 09 Dec 2015, 17:05
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but wondering how this will affect road tax and insurance

anyone got any ideas?

S.
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Last post by Domino
24 Dec 2015, 06:26
AAZ turbo vacuum pipes

Last post by Al Housman « 20 Dec 2015, 21:37
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by Al Housman » 27 Jan 2014, 23:37

Sorry if this is not the right forum but I'm sure somebody out there has dealt with this situation.

On the previous engine I had a pipe from the...

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Last post by Al Housman
20 Dec 2015, 21:37
Head Gasket Install BooBoo>???

Last post by Dazco « 17 Dec 2015, 18:09
Replies: 2
by crazymilk » 17 Dec 2015, 09:49

Hi all - first Head Gasket Job so take it easy on me

I have just replaced the head gaskets on my 2000 Subaru Outback EJ25 SOHC.

I used new OEM...

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Last post by Dazco
17 Dec 2015, 18:09
Flipped gearbox for Subaru engine.

Last post by bradders89 « 17 Dec 2015, 17:48
Replies: 4
by bradders89 » 16 Dec 2015, 21:19

Just been thinking about a better ratio box for my van running a 2.0 na legacy engine. Anyone running a Subaru motor will know that it revs rather...

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Last post by bradders89
17 Dec 2015, 17:48
Best subaru engine for the Syncro help?????

Last post by Shaundon « 14 Dec 2015, 08:53
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by sonny198 » 19 Sep 2015, 19:39

Can anyone help me I want to do a Subaru conversion in my t25 Syncro.
What is the best Subaru engine to get, as I'm looking to buy the whole car,...

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Last post by Shaundon
14 Dec 2015, 08:53
2 litre Passat station wagon

Last post by lloydy « 13 Dec 2015, 14:59
Replies: 3
by scottbott » 13 Dec 2015, 11:32

the father in law is getting cheesed off with little electrical faults with his car and is thinking to getting rid of it,would it be of use for a...

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Last post by lloydy
13 Dec 2015, 14:59
Scubie Experts!

Last post by Aidan « 13 Dec 2015, 09:26
Replies: 6
by crazymilk » 10 Dec 2015, 11:42

HI all
I am trying to get to grips with the coolant hoses on my EJ25 lump.

I have a attached a picture showing the numbered pipe inlets/outlets...

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Last post by Aidan
13 Dec 2015, 09:26
Coolant Draining and Battery...

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Dec 2015, 18:01
Replies: 6
by zaz968man » 09 Dec 2015, 14:04

What is the approved technique for draining and refilling the coolant on a Syncro with an Audi 2.2 engine? Is it simply a case of disconnecting the...

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Dec 2015, 18:01
Rocker cover afn

Last post by Enzo79 « 09 Dec 2015, 00:10
Replies: 2
by Essex Dave » 29 Jul 2015, 16:53

Hi all can someone help with a part number for a afn rocker cover please as mine leaks oil many thanks

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Last post by Enzo79
09 Dec 2015, 00:10
Injection pump tune-up in the north east?

Last post by Mickeyw92 « 08 Dec 2015, 20:25

by Mickeyw92 » 08 Dec 2015, 20:25

Hi guys,

Just a quick question

I have an autosleeper trident with a 1.9aaz engine in. Is there anybody relativy local to me (Stanley, County...

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Last post by Mickeyw92
08 Dec 2015, 20:25
Late AAZ pump pulley

Last post by adyjoad « 06 Dec 2015, 23:59
Replies: 3
by adyjoad » 01 Dec 2015, 19:10

Just in the process of assembling an AAZ from a box of bits, it has the late style pulley with no keyway. The pulley has been taken off and of course...

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Last post by adyjoad
06 Dec 2015, 23:59
Question for high output TDi builder/drivers

Last post by silverbullet « 06 Dec 2015, 16:36
Replies: 2
by silverbullet » 06 Dec 2015, 11:36

How many Nm are you reliably putting though your 228mm clutch and what is the spec?

I would like to hear from anyone who has covered more than 20k,...

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Last post by silverbullet
06 Dec 2015, 16:36
Bosch 044, Half price, WHY.

Last post by Domino « 06 Dec 2015, 07:56
Replies: 5
by zxr750 » 04 Dec 2015, 18:31

Came across this, on the bay of E.
Can anyone see why it's half the price, I've seen others go for?
Seller seem's to have good feedback.
How can you...

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Last post by Domino
06 Dec 2015, 07:56
AAZ idle adjustment, and a manual.

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 05 Dec 2015, 19:32
Replies: 1
by Blaizefed » 05 Dec 2015, 18:31

Hey guys, I have just done an AAZ swap and its idling up around 11-1200. Not the end of the world, but worth correcting. however despite my best...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
05 Dec 2015, 19:32
AAZ Diesel water leak. Head Gasket?

Last post by mikec « 04 Dec 2015, 10:09
Replies: 2
by mikec » 24 Nov 2015, 11:31

Hi

My temp light started blinking yesterday. stopped to find water running down engine. It appeared to be coming from front two glow plugs. BUT...

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Last post by mikec
04 Dec 2015, 10:09
Advice/opinions please? Which engine

Last post by punkanddisorderly « 30 Nov 2015, 22:55
Replies: 11
by punkanddisorderly » 25 Nov 2015, 21:27

Hi all, I'm new here and I'm just after some advice and opinions on which would be the most practical and straightforward Diesel engine to fit into...

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Last post by punkanddisorderly
30 Nov 2015, 22:55
Dash Cluster Ideas

Last post by HarryMann « 30 Nov 2015, 17:24
Replies: 4
by crazymilk » 30 Nov 2015, 13:27

Just wondering what the general thought was to upgrading the standard dials/gauges/dash with a Subaru conversion.

Currently my OEM dash does not...

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Last post by HarryMann
30 Nov 2015, 17:24
1z Ahu TDI flat spot

Last post by keith « 29 Nov 2015, 15:28
Replies: 15
by KINGPRAWN » 20 Nov 2015, 10:20
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My TDI conversion has a very obvious flat spot at 2600 rpm when under load ... Recently fitted a new ECU from SYNCROANDY as my original one was too...
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Last post by keith
29 Nov 2015, 15:28
Donor vehicle

Last post by jasd1978 « 27 Nov 2015, 10:47
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by monkeyboysee » 26 Nov 2015, 11:57
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so, i've bought a P reg golf to have the 1y engine transplated across into the van.

Apart from the relays, what else is worth taking from it before...
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Last post by jasd1978
27 Nov 2015, 10:47
Wish me luck!!

Last post by Drucifer « 25 Nov 2015, 21:13
Replies: 7
by Drucifer » 24 Nov 2015, 09:47

Well today after months of issues we should be putting an engine back in Busty. Has been a long running saga, first of all the original 1.7D died a...

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Last post by Drucifer
25 Nov 2015, 21:13
Rjes bellhousing

Last post by Aidan « 25 Nov 2015, 06:55
Replies: 1
by mshaw1980 » 25 Nov 2015, 00:07

Hello

Can the BELLHOUSING be changed whilst the gearbox is still in the van (engine removed of course) or does it need to come out?

Cheers

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Last post by Aidan
25 Nov 2015, 06:55
Looking for some photos and schematics for an AFN engine

Last post by Winchweight « 23 Nov 2015, 13:32

by Winchweight » 23 Nov 2015, 13:32

Hi guys,

in my quest to understand our 1.9Tdi 110bhp AFN engine better, I am looking for some decent diagrams and schematics so I can identify...

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Last post by Winchweight
23 Nov 2015, 13:32
best place to return oil (turbo oil return pipe)

Last post by boonflap2006 « 21 Nov 2015, 21:00
Replies: 4
by boonflap2006 » 12 Sep 2015, 20:29

hi im slowly working my way thought a 1.6d (cs) to 1.9 tdi (afn engine
where is best place to return the oil from turbo
many thanks
sam :ok

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Last post by boonflap2006
21 Nov 2015, 21:00
Breather help

Last post by Aidan « 20 Nov 2015, 21:18
Replies: 6
by crazymilk » 19 Nov 2015, 15:29

Hi all
New to this Subaru marlarky so hopefully you kind folks can help.

I am looking for a replacement crank pulley for my EJ25 Outback engine as...

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Last post by Aidan
20 Nov 2015, 21:18
Playing with my Subaru (mapping)

Last post by Domino « 20 Nov 2015, 03:53
Replies: 4
by Domino » 18 Nov 2015, 07:22

I know this isn't really T25 related but I'm so happy with my results from mapping my 2009 Subaru yeasterday I just had to share the results with...

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Last post by Domino
20 Nov 2015, 03:53
Guidance on the identification of an engine

Last post by ali 254 « 13 Nov 2015, 20:23
Replies: 6
by ali 254 » 04 Nov 2015, 18:57

hi
I found an engine that's already been on a Volkswagen T3.
Who knows the characteristics of this engine?(Size and horsepower and ...)
The picture...

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Last post by ali 254
13 Nov 2015, 20:23
Pipework

Last post by crazymilk « 13 Nov 2015, 16:27

by crazymilk » 13 Nov 2015, 16:27

Ok last question for a while I promise!!!

Has anybody got a diagram or know where to find one which shows the routing of the breather pipes on the...

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Last post by crazymilk
13 Nov 2015, 16:27
EJ25 Tensioner Help

Last post by Domino « 13 Nov 2015, 07:04
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by crazymilk » 12 Nov 2015, 09:38

Hi guys
I am looking to reuse the belt tensioner on my EJ25 while doing the cambelt as all the pulleys ect look good.

However when I took the...

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Last post by Domino
13 Nov 2015, 07:04
AFN wiring

Last post by NickBab « 12 Nov 2015, 11:08
Replies: 9
by NickBab » 11 Nov 2015, 21:41

Hi all,

I'm making progress with my Passat AFN engine with Landy pump swap but have hit a bit of a stumbling block re the wiring. I've been googling...

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Last post by NickBab
12 Nov 2015, 11:08
Late AAZ timing adjustment

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 10 Nov 2015, 18:43
Replies: 3
by Blaizefed » 09 Nov 2015, 19:00

Gents, I am building up an engine for my Westy, its a late AAZ. just now getting round to the cam belt and adjusting the timing. My plan was to set...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
10 Nov 2015, 18:43
Subaru conversion for air-cooled T25 Westy

Last post by Dollytony « 10 Nov 2015, 13:21
Replies: 2
by GDT1 » 10 Nov 2015, 12:22

Hi everybody. This is my first post. I have a 1983 air-cooled T25 Westfalia that I have owned for a year now. I love it but with 4 of us traveling...

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Last post by Dollytony
10 Nov 2015, 13:21
Fuel Line Help

Last post by Dollytony « 10 Nov 2015, 13:13
Replies: 6
by crazymilk » 10 Nov 2015, 09:15

Hi there
I have a couple of questions regarding a EJ25 SOHC conversion in to my 85’ T25 1.9DG Petrol regarding fuel lines etc.

I believe that the...

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Last post by Dollytony
10 Nov 2015, 13:13
New Coolant overflow tank

Last post by axeman « 06 Nov 2015, 22:32
Replies: 4
by HT » 06 Nov 2015, 15:41

Hi,

Everyone seems to use different terminology for this so what I am talking about is the secondary tank that is usually behind the numberplate...

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Last post by axeman
06 Nov 2015, 22:32
More efficient alternative to a 2.1i engine?

Last post by heretic « 05 Nov 2015, 03:51
Replies: 79
by centro » 03 Mar 2012, 18:52
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Due to the ridiculous and almost daily rise in petrol prices, I am weighing up the options and was wondering about swapping my 2.1. Injection DJ...
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Last post by heretic
05 Nov 2015, 03:51
EJ25 Valve Stem Seals

Last post by crazymilk « 04 Nov 2015, 11:44
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by crazymilk » 30 Oct 2015, 11:37

Anybody know where I can buy a set (8 x inlet & 8 x Exhaust) of Valve Stem Seals for my Subaru EJ25 SOHC rebuild
I can find them anywhere

Thanks

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Last post by crazymilk
04 Nov 2015, 11:44
Gauge Questions

Last post by crazymilk « 04 Nov 2015, 11:08
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by crazymilk » 02 Nov 2015, 13:56

Hi there
I am getting everything ready for my Ej25 conversion in my T25.
Just finishing of the rebuild of heads ect.

One point I have yet to think...

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04 Nov 2015, 11:08

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