Repeated Head Gasket failure
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by
Rich75 »
31 Jan 2023, 14:04
Hi
So, about 3 years ago I had a recon engine fitted to my 1986 1.9DG T25. It was fine and then started leaking - back to the garage that fitted the...
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Last post by silverbullet
25 Sep 2023, 19:51
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Last post by grace72
24 Sep 2023, 14:50
What engine and carb do I have
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by
Raynsford5 »
19 Sep 2023, 06:23
Hi all having bought our first money pit a beautiful red and white T3/T25 i have come to a self conclusion the previous owners may have installed a...
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Last post by hubcap61
21 Sep 2023, 08:32
Moutning bolt on carb loose/stripped
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by
VrindaVan »
17 Sep 2023, 04:01
Hey y’all,
I just noticed that the front mounting bolt for my solex 34 pict 4 carburettor was loose as I could even wiggle it with my hand alittle,...
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Last post by VrindaVan
18 Sep 2023, 12:06
Lost nut
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by
Raynsford5 »
14 Sep 2023, 07:54
Hi all please help needed, this week I decided to renew the pushrod seals on our T3, which appears to be a 1700 T2 engine anyway while removing the...
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Last post by Raynsford5
17 Sep 2023, 15:44
Brakes jammed on then released
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by
jacko1967 »
17 Sep 2023, 07:47
Morning all
a bit of a strange one yesterday I had been driving for 2 hrs and I came to some traffic lights there was a bit of a thump and the...
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Last post by Robsey
17 Sep 2023, 10:44
84 1.6D stripped head for injector
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by
Paul773car »
08 Sep 2023, 12:06
Afternoon all, im having a very bad day.
I few weeks back i noticed i was getting blow by past one of my injectors. I ordered a new seal and the...
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Last post by davidoft1
16 Sep 2023, 07:42
2 liter CU Fan Housing removal
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by
Old Gitt »
11 Sep 2023, 14:22
I have being trying to replace my engine Mounts and struggling to remove the Fan Housing, I have removed the three bolts in the center but it will...
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
15 Sep 2023, 19:25
Dipstick length
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by
CameronT25 »
26 Aug 2021, 13:22
Hi, I'm having no luck finding a dipstick for my 1980 T25 2.0 air-cooled engine. Can anyone who has this engine do me a huge favour and measure the...
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Last post by VrindaVan
15 Sep 2023, 13:18
Mystery copper pipe…
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by
kinger462 »
06 Sep 2023, 10:56
Greetings everyone,
I’m sure this is a stupid question so please excuse me… I’m new at this stuff… but does anyone know what this copper pipe is,...
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Last post by kinger462
14 Sep 2023, 15:12
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Last post by aknapper
11 Sep 2023, 08:20
1980 drive shaft length
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by
keith2 »
05 Sep 2023, 21:28
Hi, could anyone confirm the drive shaft lengths on a 1980 CU engined manual van?
Thanks
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Last post by keith2
07 Sep 2023, 19:57
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Last post by aknapper
07 Sep 2023, 13:32
in which Vans did the CT engine come?
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by
VrindaVan »
06 Sep 2023, 16:33
Hey y’all,
I was just curious, did the 1600 CT engine ever come out the production in camper vans and buses or only in the panel van models?
Big...
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Last post by VrindaVan
06 Sep 2023, 21:40
Hose list??
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by
DJKING360 »
05 Sep 2023, 15:58
I’m hoping that someone has done this before I have to start a spreadsheet.
But does anyone have a list of all replacement hoses for 1.9wbx DG?...
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Last post by DJKING360
06 Sep 2023, 07:24
DELL'ORTO DRLA 36 > 2.0 CU
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by
batgins »
13 Jul 2020, 07:23
Any advice on the initial setting to start adjusting carburation setting on a pair of drla 36 on a rebuilt 2 liter cu?
I found quite different...
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Last post by chrisc23
05 Sep 2023, 20:28
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Last post by DJKING360
05 Sep 2023, 15:54
Attention happy weber 34dat owners
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by
ash1293 »
04 Oct 2018, 13:53
Now before everyone starts I realise a lot of people prefer the original pierburg and this thread is not aimed at saying one is better than the other...
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Last post by Boneyt25
04 Sep 2023, 21:26
Choke pull down unit . Link please.
Replies: 13
by
jrt »
02 Sep 2023, 21:14
As the title, has anyone bought a pull down unit recently and got a link. They seem to be out of stock everywhere.
1.9 dg 1983
Cheers, David.
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Last post by jrt
04 Sep 2023, 11:16
revamp/service of fuel filler cap
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by
Jim San »
14 Aug 2023, 19:27
My filler cap weeps a bit of fuel - not dripping, just enough to look wet from time to time. (and not after its been raining for the smart sesra out...
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Last post by Jim San
01 Sep 2023, 07:41
Got a water leak
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by
Stockydub »
22 Aug 2023, 19:07
Hi guys , I’ve got a t25 1.9 petrol engine , been stood for a while , gone to run it and found a water leak coming from the engine ! Been advised to...
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Last post by mioba
31 Aug 2023, 20:49
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Last post by mioba
31 Aug 2023, 20:34
Rare but violent brake vibration
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by
TheGreenVan »
29 Aug 2023, 22:05
Hello,
I've just started having some braking problems I can't diagnose with my 1982 VW T3. Braking sometimes -- but only sometimes! -- leads to...
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Last post by mioba
31 Aug 2023, 20:15
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Last post by jannick
30 Aug 2023, 08:04
Automatic gearbox overhaul
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by
Bumblebee1 »
01 Nov 2022, 12:17
Hi everyone, I have started the long process of saving a T25 sat for 12 years in a barn , bodywork on a jig , engine and box out , looking for a...
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Last post by Vwjue73
30 Aug 2023, 07:48
Engine Fire, now dies on idle
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by
rustyroamer »
24 Aug 2023, 16:02
Hello,
I've got a 1989 1.9 t25 and recently had a small fire where the fuel line above the engine had perished. It melted through the vacuum advance...
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Last post by rustyroamer
29 Aug 2023, 14:40
Torque converter
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by
Vwjue73 »
29 Aug 2023, 05:25
Hi I'm just putting back together an auto box for a 2.1 wbx ,want to know how much oil the torque converter should hold .?many thanks
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Last post by maxstu
29 Aug 2023, 11:06
Servicing near high Wycombe
by
kiwirob »
29 Aug 2023, 07:05
Hi All
Does anyone recommend someone to service by 89, dj van near high Wycombe.
Many Thanks for your help.
Rob
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Last post by kiwirob
29 Aug 2023, 07:05
Oil leak 83 air cooled 2.0L
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by
Sammyjim5 »
28 Aug 2023, 22:19
Firstly, apologies for the bad photos!
After a run out any longer than 45mins - 1 hour whilst the engine is hot I’m getting a fairly bad oil leak...
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Last post by Sammyjim5
28 Aug 2023, 22:29
Oil consumption 1.9 DG
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by
Michael4 »
19 Aug 2023, 08:24
The VW manual states a max consumption of 1.5l per 1000km. Hmmm.
This seems an awful lot? Does it take into account the behaviour of the heavy footed...
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Last post by TONYT25T25
26 Aug 2023, 08:18
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Last post by DJKING360
23 Aug 2023, 23:26
1.9 DG engine
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by
philmcC »
25 Jan 2017, 16:31
I have the 1.9 DG engine in my autohomes komet. It's a VEGE unit. I read the forum regularly and see all sorts of less than enthusiastic messages...
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Last post by Smiffo
20 Aug 2023, 19:46
Tanks under front arches
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by
sully »
03 Nov 2015, 19:16
Apologies for the probably stupid question, but what are the tanks under the front wheel arches for? I bought a non runner diesel with a petrol...
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Last post by R0B
18 Aug 2023, 11:24
Expansion tank
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by
Da dan »
16 Aug 2023, 05:02
Hihi folks. Am I right in thinking there is a early one with a lager outlet than the newer one that has a smaller out let? Mine has a small split in...
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Last post by Da dan
18 Aug 2023, 05:29
1600ct wait what is this?
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by
VrindaVan »
22 Jul 2023, 21:59
Hi everyone,
So i just found an old picture of the engine bay from when the precious owner had it and before it was overhauled. There is something...
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Last post by VrindaVan
15 Aug 2023, 14:44
What does turbo diesel mean ?
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by
wbmkk »
14 Aug 2023, 12:22
Before I start, I want to say .. I'm not really sure what I am talking about, but please bear with me.
Just keep in mind .. I have a T25 Turbo...
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Last post by RogerT
14 Aug 2023, 22:05
k jet settings.
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by
lexussoarer1996 »
04 Aug 2023, 20:44
Hi , bit of a long shot but does anybody know the system and control pressures for an SA 2.5I , mine seems to be running rich.
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Last post by silverbullet
14 Aug 2023, 20:34
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Last post by Rosie n' Jim
14 Aug 2023, 18:33
Bleed nipples
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by
slowcoach »
12 Aug 2023, 16:31
Why are they so small?? Given the misery they cause across the whole industry, corroding, snapping, stripping, rounding off. Wasting god knows how...
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Last post by davidoft1
12 Aug 2023, 22:42
Anyone used their OEM jack successfully?
Replies: 31
by
RCN »
02 Aug 2023, 15:53
Had a blowout on the M9 yesterday. Pulled off to the side,not happy obviously but I can change it no problem. Get the jack out,tyre breaker bar,fancy...
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Last post by R0B
12 Aug 2023, 18:16
Aircooled running issues
Replies: 4
by
DavidHoldsworthVilla »
07 Aug 2023, 17:35
Hi all,
I’ve recently inherited a Holdsworth Villa 1, 2.0 Aircooled.
It’s been stood for a while but with a fresh battery and fuel I’ve managed to...
4 Replies
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Last post by sarran1955
11 Aug 2023, 08:00
Gear linkage mystery
Replies: 2
by
philiphuw »
01 Jun 2023, 14:17
Dear All. I promise I have looked through the archive, but without luck. I have a 1991 5-speed 1.9 DG with 168k miles on the clock. I recently had...
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Last post by silverbullet
10 Aug 2023, 06:39
1.9dg - turns over but won’t start
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by
LaserFrennox »
26 Jul 2023, 21:58
Hi,
Recently took the plunge on an ‘85 caravelle as a good project. Had no issues starting up to get her into the garage to do other work and even...
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Last post by silverbullet
08 Aug 2023, 20:08
Crank shaft not shifting
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by
Davtee »
04 Aug 2023, 16:02
Hello folks, my poor van has been standing untouched for about 5 years, the belt has perished and fallen off which has allowed me to see if the...
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Last post by Davtee
07 Aug 2023, 17:53
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Last post by grace72
05 Aug 2023, 12:19
1.9dg watercooled Exhaust
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by
andyboll1 »
20 Jul 2023, 10:52
Any recommendations on where to get a full kit from? I know JustKampers, VW Heritage, Brikwerks etc. But just wondering if anyone has a thought on...
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Last post by cobblers
01 Aug 2023, 16:35
What is this?
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by
Meeksmeek2015 »
31 Jul 2023, 08:05
1987 t25. 1.6 turbo diesel.
Hi everyone, haven't been able to drive for a while, noticed this liquid when I started up. It's coming from the part...
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Last post by ZsZ
31 Jul 2023, 16:32
Oil in the air filter box :o
Replies: 14
by
VrindaVan »
14 Feb 2023, 07:54
Hey everyone,
Today I saw a little oil drip coming out from underneath the van, I quickly traced it to the air filter box, and to my horror it was...
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Last post by smartiepants
31 Jul 2023, 13:16
Gearbox problem.
Replies: 28
by
Hinesy »
07 Jul 2023, 14:44
Whilst I wait for my parts to arrive to rebuild my carb I thought I'd take a look at another issue today which is with the clutch and gear...
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Last post by Hinesy
29 Jul 2023, 20:57
Any suggestions please
by
kentishvanman »
28 Jul 2023, 13:22
My 87/88 wagon has now done 110,000 miles. I have owned it since 1999. It has done us proud and had no major problems.
I feel it could do with a bit...
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Last post by kentishvanman
28 Jul 2023, 13:22
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