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quality parts manufacturers

Last post by ZsZ « 24 Mar 2025, 06:55
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by Hacksawbob » 28 Nov 2010, 12:54
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So we buy quite a lot of bits from GSF eurocarparts and the like. Quality can be OE or pi$$ poor. Mr Baxter tends to sell the better quality ones but...
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24 Mar 2025, 06:55
Thank you all

Last post by Bryce « 23 Dec 2023, 21:26
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by Mocki » 06 Dec 2023, 20:10
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Evening all …….

Because of you all continuing to support this Club and this forum we can keep the pages tidy and free of adverts and pop ups ....
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Last post by Bryce
23 Dec 2023, 21:26
** PLEASE ** add your van details

Last post by Beebus « 31 Jan 2021, 19:27
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by HarryMann » 07 Jul 2015, 10:45

Add your van details to your signature , and then it will be on every post

STATE THE ENGINE TYPE and Gbox (4 or 5 speed or Syncro ) age of van and...

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Last post by Beebus
31 Jan 2021, 19:27
itchylinks

Last post by freckvan1 « 02 Jan 2018, 13:04
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by itchyfeet » 26 Dec 2017, 19:04

Now here

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Itchylinks

VW T3 T25 useful links
You can add pics here and copy BB code link then...

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Last post by freckvan1
02 Jan 2018, 13:04
Weber carburetor advice

Last post by R0B « Yesterday, 21:58
Replies: 2
by Mar5den » Yesterday, 21:16

Hello everyone my name's Scott I'm new here I need some advice if possible from you lovely people so I've got the chance of buying a Weber carb 32/34...

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Yesterday, 21:58
VW T25 Specialised mechanics North East

Last post by VinnyTheViz « 13 Feb 2026, 11:03

by VinnyTheViz » 13 Feb 2026, 11:03

Hi,
Looking to buy a T25 in good nick - but before I do I want to make sure there is a garage nearby to me that can handle all the issues I will no...

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Last post by VinnyTheViz
13 Feb 2026, 11:03
Cracked alternator bracket

Last post by aero98 « 13 Feb 2026, 08:56
Replies: 11
by Slaydog » 30 Sep 2020, 19:30

Hi all,

Been getting some belt squeak so went to tighten it and found it all in a bit of a mess.
Firstly, the pulleys don't look aligned. Closer...

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Last post by aero98
13 Feb 2026, 08:56
Help! T3 starting issue

Last post by shepster « 10 Feb 2026, 06:57
Replies: 6
by nikp6 » 24 Jan 2026, 12:04

Hi everyone

Novice here asking for advice

My 1985 1.9 petrol has been running absolutely fine and now suddenly wont start

I carried out some of...

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Last post by shepster
10 Feb 2026, 06:57
Throttle cable clamping bolt on '82 T25 2.0L CU RHD manual tranny

Last post by symbol_soup « 08 Feb 2026, 05:32
Replies: 3
by Lord-won't-you » 25 Jan 2026, 23:37

How the 'appropriate expletive' do you undo the front throttle cable clamping bolt on an '82 cu model. RHD manual tranny.
It say access is gained...

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Last post by symbol_soup
08 Feb 2026, 05:32
Accelerator/ throttle very notchy

Last post by tobydog « 07 Feb 2026, 19:15
Replies: 9
by symbol_soup » 23 Jan 2026, 16:55

Hi all,

I've got a T25 1.9 DG that has an issue with the throttle. When I put my foot on the accelerator there is no movement in it until you build...

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Last post by tobydog
07 Feb 2026, 19:15
Engine bay lead identification -only plugged in at one end

Last post by symbol_soup « 07 Feb 2026, 17:57
Replies: 2
by symbol_soup » 07 Feb 2026, 17:50

Hi all.

I have a lead in the engine bay with a 3 pin connector that isn't plugged into anything at one end and I can't see anywhere obvious where it...

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Last post by symbol_soup
07 Feb 2026, 17:57
Van won't start

Last post by cobblers « 04 Feb 2026, 08:41
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by Harrytheboy » 03 Feb 2026, 17:48

:rofl parked up out my back yard for winter,after starting it up and running engine for 10 mins,a couple of times a week, all was OK. I left it over...

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Last post by cobblers
04 Feb 2026, 08:41
Clutch slave/arm does not return

Last post by tobydog « 01 Feb 2026, 21:06
Replies: 3
by PaulF » 01 Feb 2026, 12:41

Hello all, I am not sure if I have a problem, or seeing normal symptoms, your advice greatfully received.

T25, 2.0 Aircooled. 1980

Currently the...

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Last post by tobydog
01 Feb 2026, 21:06
Water pump support bracket

Last post by Bison535 « 01 Feb 2026, 13:45
Replies: 1
by Bison535 » 31 Jan 2026, 15:43

Beneath the Alternator is its support bracket which has to be removed to get the pump unit off. But this bracket is not being released from the u...

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Last post by Bison535
01 Feb 2026, 13:45
T5 with 1.9PD needs ECU, possible project.

Last post by colinthefox « 29 Jan 2026, 10:52
Replies: 3
by rollercoaster » 26 Jan 2026, 12:55

Not my van but asking as there are some geniuses on this forum,
theres a T5 and its got ECU issues that are proving overwhelming.

Seems like it...

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Last post by colinthefox
29 Jan 2026, 10:52
Suspension refurb/upgrade

Last post by dcworm57 « 28 Jan 2026, 19:56

by dcworm57 » 28 Jan 2026, 19:56

1989 1.6td westy pop top .
So I have just completed full suspension overhaul and upgrade . New bushes throughout, new radius rods, radius rod chassis...

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Last post by dcworm57
28 Jan 2026, 19:56
Fuel tank headaches

Last post by BarnyE « 27 Jan 2026, 17:04
Replies: 1
by Bazza79 » 26 Jan 2026, 19:08

Hi all I'm new to this forum so be gentle please.

I currently have a 1986 T25 1.9 watercooled. I have been replacing the fuel tank but I am having...

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Last post by BarnyE
27 Jan 2026, 17:04
Engine rebuild - after engine fail in Germay (Jul 2024)

Last post by Al Housman « 26 Jan 2026, 10:02
Replies: 19
by Jim San » 17 Jun 2025, 20:49
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I'm not good at build threads and i'm far from being a mechanic so if thats why you are here, best lower your expectations from this point on :rofl...
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Last post by Al Housman
26 Jan 2026, 10:02
Where is the Engine Code?

Last post by jrt « 21 Jan 2026, 15:25
Replies: 3
by isaacfull » 21 Jan 2026, 13:41

Hi I have a VW T25 1984 1900 petrol, need to get a few bits and went to look for the engine code???? I'm flummoxed! it may be that its just under a...

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Last post by jrt
21 Jan 2026, 15:25
Overheating damage

Last post by HappyCamper « 20 Jan 2026, 17:35
Replies: 11
by HappyCamper » 07 Jan 2026, 10:07

Hi Guys,
Over Christmas I travelled 250 miles to Essex in my 1600 normally aspirated diesel. A few days later on the way home, I'd covered around 180...

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Last post by HappyCamper
20 Jan 2026, 17:35
1984 5 speed LHD gearstick

Last post by sarahandthebear « 20 Jan 2026, 07:05
Replies: 5
by sarahandthebear » 18 Jan 2026, 11:41

Hi all I need a new gearstick for our 1984 westy. It’s a 5 speed left hand drive. Now I have found one on brickwerks and I know he is on here and I...

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Last post by sarahandthebear
20 Jan 2026, 07:05
1.9DG aengine metal coolant olpipe replacement.

Last post by Aidan « 17 Jan 2026, 09:26
Replies: 5
by keynsham1 » 16 Jan 2026, 21:37

I am replacing a rusted through pipe on my engine. Part 24 in the picture. I have one from JK but the flange that bolts on to the water pump is so...

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Last post by Aidan
17 Jan 2026, 09:26
Kinked pipe/cable

Last post by Martynsmith98 « 16 Jan 2026, 16:11
Replies: 3
by Martynsmith98 » 12 Jan 2026, 14:47

Can anyone help me with this pipe? It’s got quite a kink in it and if you look around it it seems to be losing or attracting some fluid, also get...

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Last post by Martynsmith98
16 Jan 2026, 16:11
Diesel CS engine won't start

Last post by HappyCamper « 16 Jan 2026, 14:22
Replies: 6
by HappyCamper » 11 Jan 2026, 17:18

Hi, my engine overheated after the coolant hoses burst. It seems that the system was pressurised. Not sure why yet. It did start up again but took a...

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Last post by HappyCamper
16 Jan 2026, 14:22
DF Waterboxer engine

Last post by tobydog « 15 Jan 2026, 20:34
Replies: 5
by MC 1 » 14 Jan 2026, 20:43

Why was the DF Waterboxer engine only 59 bhp

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Last post by tobydog
15 Jan 2026, 20:34
VW 1.9L watercooled cuts out on low rev

Last post by Stesaw « 13 Jan 2026, 19:02
Replies: 2
by Tassie » 12 Jan 2026, 10:43

Hi!
I've recently been having trouble with my 1986 1.9L water cooled VW. It's been cutting out when I slow down before junctions and I need to...

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Last post by Stesaw
13 Jan 2026, 19:02
Help resolve running isssues please! LHD T25 Vangon Westy 1.9 DH digijet 84-85

Last post by silverbullet « 13 Jan 2026, 08:58
Replies: 4
by yellowman » 12 Jan 2026, 15:40

Two things; I'm looking for mechanic in the Manchester area who can diagnose and repair engine running issues, would also really appreciate any...

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Last post by silverbullet
13 Jan 2026, 08:58
2.1 DJ tune up help please

Last post by sam16v « 11 Jan 2026, 15:42
Replies: 11
by sam16v » 01 Dec 2025, 17:12

Hi everyone I have recently bought a 1990 2wd sinka with a 2.1 DJ engine, has covered approximately 140k but seems to pull well! Sounds great, and...

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Last post by sam16v
11 Jan 2026, 15:42
Water Pump replacement 1.6 TD

Last post by Bison535 « 10 Jan 2026, 03:09
Replies: 4
by Bison535 » 09 Jan 2026, 04:05

Engine gets hot and pipe to expansion tank also BUT pipes to front radiator remain cold as does the radiator!
Without further checking I suspect the...

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Last post by Bison535
10 Jan 2026, 03:09
MOT Fail Emissions Advice

Last post by SurfT25 « 08 Jan 2026, 21:24
Replies: 8
by YellowDaisy90 » 06 Jul 2025, 09:37

My 1990 1.9 petrol T25 failed it's MOT on emissions

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbons content excessive

Reading was 1914ppm the limit is 1200

Any...

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Last post by SurfT25
08 Jan 2026, 21:24
Starter Motor Recommendations

Last post by keynsham1 « 08 Jan 2026, 13:30
Replies: 9
by keynsham1 » 04 Jan 2026, 18:13

I have a T25 1.9DG which I have had for ten years. During that time I have had 3 starter motors. They usually seem to last about two years and then...

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Last post by keynsham1
08 Jan 2026, 13:30
2.0 air cooled gearbox 1981

Last post by THE KESZTHELY KID « 06 Jan 2026, 13:17
Replies: 4
by Bluemagicmarker » 16 Nov 2025, 10:42

Morning
I’ve a DP code gearbox which 4th has gone, Im trying to source a replacement, I see an ABD code one for sale locally, anyone know is this...

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Last post by THE KESZTHELY KID
06 Jan 2026, 13:17
Clanging sound, goes when clutch down. Anything other than CV stuff?

Last post by Middle29 « 05 Jan 2026, 10:58
Replies: 5
by Middle29 » 05 Jan 2026, 08:51

Happy new year - New year, new knocking sound :D I have an irregular knocking / clanging sound that came on quite suddenly a couple days ago....

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Last post by Middle29
05 Jan 2026, 10:58
Coolant leaking from thermostat housing.

Last post by maxstu « 30 Dec 2025, 16:20
Replies: 7
by F41XTH » 02 Sep 2025, 18:07

I've finally had time to identify where the coolant is leaking out from, it appears to be between the thermostat housing and the block. As seen in...

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Last post by maxstu
30 Dec 2025, 16:20
Suddenly no resistance to clutch pedal

Last post by davidoft1 « 30 Dec 2025, 15:17
Replies: 5
by F41XTH » 29 Dec 2025, 10:55

Hey all

Used the search function and googled what I can but could use some advice. I drove the van 2 days ago and no issues. But today I've started...

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Last post by davidoft1
30 Dec 2025, 15:17
T3 servicing West Yorkshire

Last post by Van Rouge « 30 Dec 2025, 04:56
Replies: 3
by Van Rouge » 28 Dec 2025, 06:36

Hi guys

Seasons greetings! We are moving to West Yorkshire next year and are looking for recommendations for specialists in the area for servicing...

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Last post by Van Rouge
30 Dec 2025, 04:56
Heater matrix bypass

Last post by Bison535 « 28 Dec 2025, 21:11
Replies: 8
by Bison535 » 28 Dec 2025, 14:36

Water leaking onto drivers side ( LHD) foot well probably from heater pipes?!? Or heater matrix, very difficult to see where it’s leaking? Expansion...

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Last post by Bison535
28 Dec 2025, 21:11
welding

Last post by MC 1 « 27 Dec 2025, 15:05
Replies: 4
by MC 1 » 23 Dec 2025, 19:11

Has anyone tried welding a waterboxer head, mine was pitted near the compression ring. I was using a Thermal arc 175 TE set for tig , Argon Gas . I...

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Last post by MC 1
27 Dec 2025, 15:05
Engine knocking

Last post by R0B « 21 Dec 2025, 15:59
Replies: 7
by Dstan0710 » 20 Dec 2025, 12:17

Hi guys just wondering if anyone can give me any pointers to start with on an engine noise I’m getting.
It sounds like right hand side of engine...

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Last post by R0B
21 Dec 2025, 15:59
Changing coolant at home/spillage

Last post by cobblers « 11 Dec 2025, 12:52
Replies: 5
by RCN » 04 Dec 2025, 20:44

Never had to think about this before because I always had access to a workshop and equipment but since retiring that's changed. I'll need to change...

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Last post by cobblers
11 Dec 2025, 12:52
JX 1,6 TD Twin Belt Setup

Last post by clift_d « 08 Dec 2025, 11:06
Replies: 43
by Titus A Duxass » 29 Nov 2016, 10:10
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Hi all,

I have a Pritsche with a JX in, the JX has the comical twin belt setup for the alternator / waterpump.

Does anyone know how to set up the...
43 Replies

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Last post by clift_d
08 Dec 2025, 11:06
Radius Rod Measurement

Last post by dcworm57 « 07 Dec 2025, 09:35
Replies: 26
by BigBlueVan » 22 Dec 2023, 07:37
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Hi All,

Refitting some new radius rods and have hit a stumbling block.

I took measurements as per the Bentley guide of the thread length from the...
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Last post by dcworm57
07 Dec 2025, 09:35
PAS

Last post by R0B « 05 Dec 2025, 16:50
Replies: 4
by R0B » 04 Dec 2025, 09:12

Has anyone replaced the seals in a power steering rack? Is it an easy or difficult job?

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Last post by R0B
05 Dec 2025, 16:50
Pipe coming out of carb?

Last post by TwinTurbo « 05 Dec 2025, 07:37
Replies: 6
by lew15 » 03 Dec 2025, 12:58

Can anyone tell me what this pipe sticking out is for please? pipe pic

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Last post by TwinTurbo
05 Dec 2025, 07:37
Remove/replace front 2wd springs

Last post by slowcoach « 02 Dec 2025, 17:55
Replies: 4
by slowcoach » 18 Oct 2024, 15:22

Hi everyone-

Ive done this job years ago and hated it- i had some sub standard spring compressors which scared the life outta me. They appeared...

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Last post by slowcoach
02 Dec 2025, 17:55
Problems starting - just a click

Last post by lew15 « 24 Nov 2025, 12:37
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by lew15 » 14 Oct 2025, 23:03
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Hi all. Seeking some help. First of all, my van is a 1989 T25 1.9 petrol Holdsworth Villa 3 camper, and this summer it had a new starter motor and...
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Last post by lew15
24 Nov 2025, 12:37
2.1DJ vs 1.9DG

Last post by weimarbus « 20 Nov 2025, 21:58
Replies: 9
by keynsham1 » 18 Nov 2025, 11:37

I have a prefectly fine 1.9DG in my van but it does lack a certain get up and go! A second hand 2.1DJ has appeared near me and i am very tempted. I...

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Last post by weimarbus
20 Nov 2025, 21:58
Intermittent/loss of power issue, CU engine

Last post by Funkychops « 19 Nov 2025, 14:12
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by Funkychops » 07 Sep 2025, 18:37
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Hoping for some words of wisdom

Intermittent loss of power from our '83 CU engined van. First time it did it was going 30mph ISH in 3rd....
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Last post by Funkychops
19 Nov 2025, 14:12
Front spindle thread.

Last post by R0B « 18 Nov 2025, 15:02
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by R0B » 17 Nov 2025, 10:12

Can anyone tell me the thread pitch? Thanks.

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Last post by R0B
18 Nov 2025, 15:02
Flat Spot.

Last post by davidoft1 « 18 Nov 2025, 13:32
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by golfingtam » 18 Nov 2025, 12:56

I'm having a bit of trouble when trying to pick away at junctions, The engine dies a bit, (flat spot.) I have to give it plenty of throttle to...

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18 Nov 2025, 13:32

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