Correct distributor for 2.1 DJ
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by
jimrat »
03 Jul 2015, 23:29
Hi
I need a new dizzy for my van: a 1990 2.1 DJ. The dizzy fitted is Bosch 0237 022 053 / VW 025 905 205N .
If I search on the VW part number,...
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Last post by HarryMann
07 Jul 2015, 10:40
Pin or Din
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ads288 »
23 Jun 2015, 12:24
Hi,
Im going to change my HT leads - brickwerks stock two sets - one for din type connections , one for pin type connections.
My van is 84 so Im...
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Last post by ads288
06 Jul 2015, 23:09
exhaust replacement and petrol smells
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by
L.Mo »
06 Jul 2015, 09:51
Hey - i know little to nothing about mechanical things - but enough to know my exhaust needs replacing...!! My mechanic suggested just doing the...
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06 Jul 2015, 20:25
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06 Jul 2015, 16:37
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Last post by saudijoker
06 Jul 2015, 20:02
20 Litres Oil for £29.99
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DoubleOSeven »
06 Jul 2015, 08:58
EuroCarParts flash sale today, 70% off selected lubricants
We should be using 15W40 Mineral, but you may have some other vehicles that could use...
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Last post by windy
06 Jul 2015, 09:41
Engine removal guide
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by
gollfy »
08 Jan 2015, 00:02
Hi all,
Taking on the job of removing my 1.9 dg wbx engine.
Any tips or any good guides anywhere? Have a Haynes manual :D
Thanks all for your...
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05 Jul 2015, 18:31
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Last post by tonyandhelen
04 Jul 2015, 21:11
Cam belt tensioner
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by
Jonnyb416 »
04 Jul 2015, 19:57
Hi all, I want to buy a new cam belt before I have the 1Y fitted to my van. I was wondering is it best to get the belt and tensioner? Or would just...
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Last post by boatbuilder
05 Jul 2015, 20:14
Sorry lads, help needed.
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by
eiret25 »
01 Jul 2015, 19:51
Hey all. I have a 1.6d. Changed the fuel filter and now it won't start. Undid the injectors but it seems like the pump isn't getting the fuel. Any...
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Last post by eiret25
04 Jul 2015, 19:54
revs dropping when pulling away
Replies: 3
by
stokeseys1974 »
03 Jul 2015, 19:24
Hi
Last time I had van running it sounded like a bag of spanners. Not idling and generally rough.
I've topped up oil. Cleaned and trimmed the...
3 Replies
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Last post by stokeseys1974
04 Jul 2015, 15:22
Fuel expansion tank query
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by
Hoopy_Frood »
02 Jul 2015, 14:20
I just put the fuel tank and expansion tanks back on, but am having a small crisis in confidence.
I've connected the expansion tanks to each other...
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Last post by AdrianC
04 Jul 2015, 15:07
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Last post by ghost123uk
04 Jul 2015, 14:22
Electric coolant pump
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by
Laws1974 »
03 Jul 2015, 13:45
After the vehicle has run does the electric pump stay running for a little while after engines it is turned off?
5 Replies
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Last post by Laws1974
04 Jul 2015, 10:07
pushrod tube seals
by
Asw »
03 Jul 2015, 21:32
hi.
forgive me if there is a simple answer to this but..
I had an oil leak from a pushrod tube oil seal at the block end on my CU engine. I have...
0 Replies
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Last post by Asw
03 Jul 2015, 21:32
air intake
Replies: 3
by
stokeseys1974 »
18 Jun 2015, 13:22
Anyone know where I can get an air intake (one to the carb) mine has a split where it fits onto air filter. The jubilee clip covers it but thinking...
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Last post by ajsimmo
03 Jul 2015, 20:20
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Last post by mines a money pit
03 Jul 2015, 19:27
Prestone coolant / antifreeze
by
Tufty_B »
03 Jul 2015, 18:45
Hello, I've been a bit quiet on here recently but have been keeping an eye a few threads.
I've had a read of the wiki on coolant, however I would...
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Last post by Tufty_B
03 Jul 2015, 18:45
Engine Lid Padding
Replies: 1
by
ads288 »
03 Jul 2015, 11:03
Hi All,
Went for a short drive yesterday , when I fortunately noticed a burning smell. Pulled over and discovered that some of the padding on my...
1 Replies
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Last post by keytouch
03 Jul 2015, 11:37
Throttle valve stuck in fuel pump?
Replies: 1
by
Kelvin16 »
02 Jul 2015, 22:18
Help required please! I finally got my van started after it lying idle for over 4 years. It's a 1.9 diesel. The main problem was loads of air in the...
1 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
03 Jul 2015, 10:12
Turbo pressure pipe insulation
by
dave friday »
03 Jul 2015, 07:09
Morning All,as above what are you lot using for insulation on the pipe that goes from the turbo to the inlet manifold?
I can only buy very large...
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Last post by dave friday
03 Jul 2015, 07:09
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Last post by dsmith1974
03 Jul 2015, 05:42
Unknown item in engine bay
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by
Andyvandy »
02 Jul 2015, 15:13
Hi,
Please could someone enlighten me as to what this part is and its function.
Haynes doesn't do diesel models so not covered in the manual.
I...
17 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
02 Jul 2015, 21:18
Clutch flexy fitting
Replies: 6
by
RogerT »
02 Jul 2015, 12:26
I would like to fit a flex hose for my clutch, as at present I just have a pipe going straight to the slave cylinder. The movement broke the clutch...
6 Replies
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Last post by RogerT
02 Jul 2015, 20:49
How to remove hub dust caps?!?!
Replies: 4
by
Lucky82 »
02 Jul 2015, 18:54
Having a frustrating time trying to remove the dust caps from the wheel hub. Have been tapping and prizing with a screwdriver for the past few hours...
4 Replies
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Last post by Lucky82
02 Jul 2015, 20:25
wbx oil pump o ring
Replies: 5
by
itchyfeet »
01 Jul 2015, 20:30
So there is a groove that looks almost perfect for an o ring
looks to me like 1mm x 65mm ID viton oring would fit right in with about 0.2mm...
5 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
02 Jul 2015, 20:07
Advice needed.
Replies: 1
by
andyf73 »
01 Jul 2015, 21:01
My fuel pump on my 1.6d has sprung a leak. I've got a reconditioned one, how easy/hard is it to change it myself.
1 Replies
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Last post by colinthefox
02 Jul 2015, 18:21
Engine upgrade maybe !
Replies: 4
by
ssdt »
02 Jul 2015, 16:54
Have a doka with CSS diesel and 4speed box according to log book and gear stick should be Jx and 5 speed 5 on knob taped over have a chance of 1y...
4 Replies
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Last post by anaconda
03 Jul 2015, 22:54
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Last post by Wobba
02 Jul 2015, 16:39
Suspension pop/knock
Replies: 3
by
boiliebob »
01 Jul 2015, 16:06
Good day Gents,
I'm back for more of your expert advice & help please. The front right suspension has, what i can only describe as, a pop/knock as it...
3 Replies
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Last post by boiliebob
02 Jul 2015, 08:35
Warm Fast Idle
Replies: 4
by
CK Joiner »
01 Jul 2015, 18:50
Ive been trying to sort out my fast idle on a 1.9DG Pierburg 2e carb to no success.
I have checked all hoses and replaced, done a full carb clean and...
4 Replies
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Last post by CK Joiner
01 Jul 2015, 20:54
FNS Break Line to Hose Union
Replies: 4
by
bmouthboyo »
30 Jun 2015, 12:41
Hi guys,
My FNS Break Line is corroded and split so needs replacing. It's the small section that connects to the caliper hose, can anyone say if I...
4 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
01 Jul 2015, 20:52
Help wanted !
Replies: 4
by
Richiee722 »
30 Jun 2015, 22:32
just like to say, great site.
I've been a watching member for a while but this is my first post.
I bought a Westy last year with 2.0cu engine and...
4 Replies
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Last post by Richiee722
01 Jul 2015, 20:39
Coolant Pressure Tanks
Replies: 5
by
RobH »
01 Jul 2015, 09:22
Are all coolant pressure tanks equal?
I have a weepy cap, it'seems been replaced but still not perfect, rim on the tank looks OK but wonder if I'd...
5 Replies
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Last post by RobH
01 Jul 2015, 17:58
Loss of power/revs pulling away
Replies: 21
by
MidLifeCrisis »
21 Jun 2015, 16:56
Just driving back from weekend away.
Everything fine at first then got that sixth sense feeling that the acceleration didn't feel right - felt like...
21 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
01 Jul 2015, 16:38
vibrating gear stick
Replies: 5
by
rubyvan »
26 Jun 2015, 11:16
Hi
I have a problem with the gear stick vibrating, you cannot see it moving , but one can hear it and feel it vibrating.
Just to give you a little...
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Last post by boiliebob
01 Jul 2015, 16:14
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01 Jul 2015, 15:18
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Last post by vw berty
01 Jul 2015, 12:16
rear swing arm question
Replies: 9
by
jameshamilton »
30 Jun 2015, 09:07
Morning
Just spotted a small rust hole in the offside rear swing arm. Does anyone know if this can be patched/welded, or am I looking at a new swing...
9 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
01 Jul 2015, 10:59
Do fuel pumps fail suddenly?
Replies: 27
by
ScienceBoy »
18 Jan 2015, 15:40
We were driving around in Harry quite happily a few weeks ago but since we've not been to start him. Diagnosis shows I can get fuel to the pump, but...
27 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
30 Jun 2015, 21:43
Tdi cone filters?
Replies: 11
by
VWMartin »
30 Jun 2015, 20:49
Hi guys
I'm running a 1z conversion in my T25 and I'm lacking space in my engine bay due to air box being on the wrong side of the bay.
Just...
11 Replies
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Last post by VWMartin
02 Jul 2015, 12:49
Oil pressure switch woes!
Replies: 17
by
Cycleaddict »
25 Jun 2015, 18:31
Wondering if any has come across anything similar?
My van developed an annoying oil leak at the back of the engine-took it in to my local...
17 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
30 Jun 2015, 20:07
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30 Jun 2015, 13:35
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Last post by hulky
30 Jun 2015, 12:26
CP gearbox parts
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by
kernewek »
29 Jun 2015, 20:13
Hi all, could anyone advise me where I might purchase a first gear set for a CP 2L gearbox? A mate here in France needs to sort his T2 box and the...
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Last post by kernewek
30 Jun 2015, 08:22
Pushrods Tube Seals
by
Cob20 »
30 Jun 2015, 07:38
Morning.
I'm preparing to fix my leak from my pushrod area. (might as well get my hands dirty straight away). I'm assuming the seals are...
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Last post by Cob20
30 Jun 2015, 07:38
JX Camshaft woes! Excessive end float
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by
Timeck »
26 Jun 2015, 08:18
SO having had grief getting the rocker cover off its finally off with a little persuasion however I've uncovered a problem that I hadn't anticipated....
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Last post by Timburrows
29 Jun 2015, 21:01
Detent spring
Replies: 4
by
Delbertini »
26 Jun 2015, 22:57
Ok so I lost the detent ball and spring whilst rebuilding the gear linkage, well I presume I did or it was never there, not sure. Been following the...
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Last post by Delbertini
29 Jun 2015, 18:03
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
29 Jun 2015, 14:17
Over fuelling on starting
Replies: 38
by
wizwilson »
18 May 2015, 07:31
Hi, been doing some work on the van over weekend ( wiring to oil switches ) went to start it and it appearied to over fuel and die, check the plugs...
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29 Jun 2015, 12:35
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