Gearstick linkage
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by
atcompton »
15 Mar 2015, 17:35
I get a click changing from first to second - sounds plasticy (1987 1.9 petrol 5 spd) The gear change is quite smooth and the click does not happen...
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Last post by nordberg
15 Apr 2015, 13:44
Power steering rack problem
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by
skdub »
14 Apr 2015, 16:07
Hi there, I have a t25 westfalia Lhd 1990 with power steering .....
The rack is leaking and needs changing/refurb...
Does anybody know if a T4...
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Last post by skdub
15 Apr 2015, 10:20
Changing the glow plugs in 1.6TD JX?
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by
clift_d »
26 Mar 2015, 19:49
Quick question just in case I've missed a trick. I'm getting classic starting problems when cold - unburnt fuel in white smoke which disappears when...
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Last post by madjak
15 Apr 2015, 08:41
Can't get in gear - now stuck!
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by
tward »
28 Mar 2015, 13:30
I wonder if anybody can help. I recently had a new clutch fitted to my 1987 1.6TD. 3 weeks later I was driving along and found it difficult to get in...
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Last post by CovKid
14 Apr 2015, 18:20
Power Steering Heavy
Replies: 4
by
MusoCampers »
12 Apr 2015, 20:26
Hi Guys,
Recently got back from a long journey in my '86 Caravelle and the next day the steering has become very juddery and heavy. I've checked the...
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Last post by MusoCampers
14 Apr 2015, 14:06
T25 LHD exhaust replacement
by
Poppy »
14 Apr 2015, 12:30
My 1987 T25 LHD Joker now needs a complete exhaust replacement . Any suggestions as to where I might obtain the necessary new kit would be very...
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Last post by Poppy
14 Apr 2015, 12:30
Coolant and blower question
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by
Ant-t »
13 Apr 2015, 22:39
Hi all
I want to change the coolant in my t25, from what I've read I think that I need to have the blower working to bleed the system. Only problem...
3 Replies
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Last post by Ant-t
14 Apr 2015, 08:57
Alternator belt jx engine
Replies: 7
by
Theclash »
12 Apr 2015, 08:17
Mates alternater belt snapped on his JX he as a belt in front of it running crank pulley to waterpump pulley so we need to take this belt off to...
7 Replies
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Last post by HarryMann
13 Apr 2015, 21:48
Your thoughts please
Replies: 13
by
brandonabbie »
12 Apr 2015, 12:47
hi,right got a baffler here...1.9 dg just returned from a very nice week in northern Ireland,on the way up to cairnryan from lincoln (300miles) we...
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Last post by 300CE
13 Apr 2015, 20:41
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Last post by greasemonkey
13 Apr 2015, 20:05
K seal non vw
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by
sternal »
20 Feb 2015, 17:42
My daily runner old Nissan Micra has a slight wisp of a leak in one of the corners would k seal do the trick ?
Reluctant to change rad yet as its...
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Last post by sternal
12 Apr 2015, 21:52
Any quick tips please
by
xpertbert »
12 Apr 2015, 21:07
I know this has come up before but I could not find exactly what I was looking for. I need to adjust my accelerater cable I believe it to be slack...
0 Replies
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Last post by xpertbert
12 Apr 2015, 21:07
replacing coolant hose?
Replies: 29
by
ticket2ride »
25 Aug 2014, 11:51
How hard is it to replace these coolant pipe/hoses behind the flywheel? Do you have to remove the wheel to access them?
Also, how hard is it to...
29 Replies
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Last post by ticket2ride
12 Apr 2015, 10:50
Wrong oil filter
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by
JackE »
08 Apr 2015, 18:50
I have got two Mann filters but they are different sizes one is w840/2 the other w719/12 both look like they would fit on the engine I.e. Same size...
12 Replies
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Last post by HarryMann
12 Apr 2015, 06:00
jx fuel filter type
Replies: 5
by
mrdp »
11 Apr 2015, 13:36
Hi all I have a jx1.6 TD and in the middle of servicing the fuel filter .mine has two metal pipes and a plastic thing that a further 2 pipes fit to...
5 Replies
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Last post by HarryMann
11 Apr 2015, 22:44
Brake calipers
Replies: 5
by
Choppski »
01 Apr 2015, 20:00
Hi guys
I've just changed one of my front, right, calipers as I has suspected a sticky piston. My question is do I need to change the left one too...
5 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
11 Apr 2015, 20:25
2 ltr air cooled, which oil ?
Replies: 4
by
darbydingbat »
11 Apr 2015, 11:58
Hi have just fitted a new engine and not sure what oil to go for . SAE 30 or 15w40 mineral. I have been looking at Tec specs and temp ranges for the...
4 Replies
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Last post by 937carrera
11 Apr 2015, 19:07
t25 5 speed gearbox
Replies: 6
by
mr snoozy »
01 Apr 2015, 14:08
hi we are new to this site and this is the first post on here ... we have a T25 transporter /camper it a 1984 and started life as a diesel it has...
6 Replies
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Last post by mr snoozy
11 Apr 2015, 18:36
Looking for a recommendation
Replies: 4
by
Seababa »
11 Apr 2015, 06:51
Good morning campers!
We moved to Worthing, West Sussex about 6 months ago and i had the Komet booked into Beetle Werks for a service but they seem...
4 Replies
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Last post by what2do
11 Apr 2015, 17:50
Cause of over heating?
Replies: 18
by
what2do »
07 Apr 2015, 09:29
Yesterday at 9.30 am, the fan came on which was a bit of a surprise. I was in a traffic jam and the sun was shining but it wasn't warm enough to for...
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Last post by what2do
11 Apr 2015, 15:01
Small coolant pipe leak
Replies: 2
by
T3luestar »
10 Apr 2015, 19:38
Something tells me this isn't going to be the easiest to change.
Spotted I was losing small amounts of coolant and managed to trace it back to this....
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Last post by T3luestar
10 Apr 2015, 23:20
Push Rod Play/hydraulic issue
Replies: 103
by
PeeSG »
27 Feb 2015, 14:32
Hi all
Got a 1.9 wbx 1983
r/h push rod on cylinder 1 is not touching the rocker when on tdc and also fully wound out ie. no more thread.
Had a...
103 Replies
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Last post by PeeSG
10 Apr 2015, 19:53
WBX stud removal, lesson one.
Replies: 1
by
silverbullet »
10 Apr 2015, 18:34
I will post this for the benefit of those who find themselves in the unenviable position of having to replace wbx head studs and are contemplating an...
1 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
10 Apr 2015, 19:23
Tappety engine
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by
ethelred the ready »
10 Apr 2015, 18:30
Hello DG engine gurus. Engine running great, but seems to be a little more tappety than it was. With my 2cv you don't have to worry about the tappets...
2 Replies
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Last post by ethelred the ready
10 Apr 2015, 18:48
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
10 Apr 2015, 18:15
Stinks of fuel
Replies: 6
by
Hoopy_Frood »
07 Apr 2015, 12:35
My van continues to smell quite strongly of fuel when running - it's not really noticeable when just sitting there.
I think it's time to drop the...
6 Replies
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Last post by RobH
10 Apr 2015, 10:42
Lower Ball Joint !!
Replies: 3
by
hakuna matata »
07 Apr 2015, 22:29
Besides the use of a press who has got or have a picture of a special VW tool required for the fitting of a lower ball joint . any help would be...
3 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
10 Apr 2015, 09:56
0 Replies
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Last post by MiloSteel
09 Apr 2015, 22:39
WBX Elring full gasket set = 356.362
Replies: 2
by
itchyfeet »
09 Apr 2015, 19:38
Just got one for 86 quid delivered, if you know the part number you can shop around :ok
includes dirko s for water jacket and yellow for head bolts...
2 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
09 Apr 2015, 20:05
possible brake servo.
Replies: 2
by
dub1670 »
07 Apr 2015, 20:24
evening all
im getting a hissing sound from the behind the dash on my 1980 van. around where the brake servo is. happens when depressing the brake...
2 Replies
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Last post by dub1670
08 Apr 2015, 21:13
1z engine last chance saloon!
Replies: 4
by
jonnyoffcas79 »
08 Apr 2015, 20:28
I recently got myself an Audi 80 with a 1.9 tdi, 100000 on the clock and the car is very very clean with full history. The problem I have is engine...
4 Replies
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Last post by ELVIS
10 Apr 2015, 21:59
0 Replies
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Last post by project25
08 Apr 2015, 19:31
Accelerator pump spring
Replies: 5
by
sjmtlewy »
05 Apr 2015, 16:50
Does anyone know where to get a new spring for a 2E3 accelerator pump? Mine seems to have gone walkies.
Cheers,
Tim
5 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
08 Apr 2015, 11:51
anyone know a good mechanic?
Replies: 8
by
vdubT25newbie »
03 Apr 2015, 16:30
Afternoon Gents and ladies
First post on this forum so please be gentle I :shock: have an 1983 1.9 t25 autohomes which I have been doing up lot of...
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Last post by jamesc76
08 Apr 2015, 10:28
5 Replies
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Last post by chriscburgess
08 Apr 2015, 09:35
Hose joiners
Replies: 2
by
badgerfax »
05 Apr 2015, 21:08
Need to join some hoses on my AGG conversions cooling system, I have been searching the web and there are umpteen hose connectors out there, but can...
2 Replies
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Last post by badgerfax
08 Apr 2015, 07:04
Early gearbox fitting to late van
Replies: 3
by
specialshoe »
03 Apr 2015, 07:47
I have a 1990 t25 with 4 speed box.
Is it possible to change the gearbox for the early DU type.
Bell housing and clutch cylinder etc all looks like...
3 Replies
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Last post by oorwullie
07 Apr 2015, 20:25
Is this correct
Replies: 6
by
Professor plumb »
06 Apr 2015, 19:17
Hi all
Thanks for all the great information on here it's helped me a lot recently,now I have a question , I've got a 1.6 Aircooled pop top 1980 t25...
6 Replies
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Last post by oorwullie
07 Apr 2015, 20:23
Filler Tank Question
Replies: 6
by
Chunksta »
06 Apr 2015, 17:51
Guys,
I've fitted a new water pump, all watertight.
I've now bled the whole system, again, and again on ramps. Great help on wiki! Thank you....
6 Replies
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Last post by Chunksta
07 Apr 2015, 19:01
Mechanic needed
Replies: 1
by
centro »
07 Apr 2015, 17:17
Looking for T25 mechanic in Liphook Hants area. Any recommendations ?
1 Replies
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Last post by keytouch
07 Apr 2015, 18:07
were to get a 2.1 radiator ?
Replies: 4
by
Auto »
07 Apr 2015, 16:33
Hi folks just want to know were to get a new 2.1 radiator brickworks are out of stock on the web site
and i cant find contact info to see if they are...
4 Replies
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Last post by Auto
07 Apr 2015, 17:34
Tipton Transporters
by
YamYam »
07 Apr 2015, 13:35
Has anyone ever used Tipton transporters in the west midlands for any work. :?:
0 Replies
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Last post by YamYam
07 Apr 2015, 13:35
Hi revs when changing gear
Replies: 15
by
nordberg »
31 Dec 2014, 09:56
Hi All,
I have noticed over the last couple of days use of my van that the engine seems to be revving high when changing up the gears (diesel JX...
15 Replies
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Last post by nordberg
07 Apr 2015, 09:48
25 Replies
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Last post by AdrianC
07 Apr 2015, 07:27
Fitting fuel tank
Replies: 4
by
Whitevanman »
04 Apr 2015, 07:44
After wrestling with the tank under the van yesterday I have a quick question.
Does it go in with the breather crossover pipe already fitted (as...
4 Replies
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Last post by Whitevanman
06 Apr 2015, 20:55
Mechanic Cumbria or Lancashire
by
Nippy »
06 Apr 2015, 18:29
Hi All
New to the site. Just bought a '91 T25 1.9DG Autosleeper Trident and she seems to be leaking a small amount of coolant from the near side...
0 Replies
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Last post by Nippy
06 Apr 2015, 18:29
Quick Coolant Question
Replies: 21
by
BertieWells »
20 Oct 2014, 14:43
Hi guys, i haven't had much time to check as i have to run (litterally) off to work. I thought id see if you guys can figure it out while im away...
21 Replies
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Last post by Chunksta
06 Apr 2015, 08:41
Thread size for oil pres' sender
Replies: 6
by
Dazco »
05 Apr 2015, 12:38
What's the thread size for the oil pressure sender on an early 1.9 DG.
I'm sorting parts out to fit a wet pressure gauge.
Thanks :ok
6 Replies
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Last post by Dazco
05 Apr 2015, 19:41
Gearbox Oil Change
Replies: 16
by
crazymilk »
25 Mar 2015, 13:21
Hi
Is there a DIY/Guide anywhere on how to change the gearbox oil on my 86 T25?
Thanks
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Last post by itchyfeet
05 Apr 2015, 16:16
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05 Apr 2015, 08:55
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