Not sure what to ask for!!
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by
marlton67 »
05 Aug 2015, 18:57
Have to track down some parts after an accident but not sure how to phrase what I want.
Any help would be a real bonus.
So in laymen terms:
need the...
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Last post by marlton67
05 Aug 2015, 20:25
The dreaded flame traps
Replies: 5
by
bootie3367 »
18 Jul 2015, 18:42
Right chaps, took out the injector and old flame trap (#1 was leaking slightly)
Injector looks fine even under a magnifying glass, fair bit of dirt...
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Last post by bootie3367
05 Aug 2015, 20:02
Gearbox input shaft play
Replies: 11
by
jimrat »
06 Jul 2015, 22:05
Have searched the wiki and Google but can't find an answer.....
The input shaft on my gearbox (5 speed AAP) has quite a bit of lateral play: maybe...
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Last post by VirginAtlantic
05 Aug 2015, 18:40
Starter Motor - Just Checking.....
Replies: 10
by
randamonia »
06 Jul 2015, 16:53
Hi
I know there are a stack of threads about this but there's a few different symptoms/causes and I just wanted to double check the details of mine...
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Last post by CovKid
05 Aug 2015, 14:46
Carburettors
Replies: 9
by
Simon james »
25 Jul 2015, 17:40
Hi
I am wondering if it's worth while replacing my solex carbs with twin webers or with the one single unit from just kampers .Would webers give me...
9 Replies
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Last post by windydubber
05 Aug 2015, 10:50
Clutch n gear change
Replies: 2
by
edoh »
04 Aug 2015, 19:46
Ever since i had my clutch changed a month ago - the gear change has felt stiffer and less precise. 1st sometimes goes into 3rd etc - are these 2...
2 Replies
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Last post by edoh
05 Aug 2015, 06:22
Hot weather fuel pump problems
Replies: 1
by
stephencoley »
04 Aug 2015, 19:08
Hi... I need some brain picking please.
We've had a fuel issue with our 1.9 petrol 1984 camper since we bought it nearly 3 years ago. I won't bore...
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Last post by CovKid
05 Aug 2015, 06:22
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
04 Aug 2015, 19:12
Pierburg 2E splitting
Replies: 2
by
The Bishop »
04 Aug 2015, 12:59
before I force anything....
So the short story is that I had crap in my fuel tank. I seem to have cleared this, new filter and cleaned the...
2 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
04 Aug 2015, 17:20
Suspension
Replies: 8
by
RogerT »
02 Aug 2015, 00:25
Hi All
I have been forced to start considering the suspension on my van. Was away for a 2 week holiday, and the absence of engine problems, coolant...
8 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
04 Aug 2015, 14:45
Front Bumpstops
Replies: 3
by
crazymilk »
04 Aug 2015, 08:15
Are these part of the plastic shock cover or are they separate and can be removed from the cover?
I would like to replace the bumpstop however I can...
3 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
04 Aug 2015, 09:07
Fuel pump leaking oil.
Replies: 6
by
Wingit100 »
02 Aug 2015, 13:48
Hello there, a little advice please. Having just returned from a 2000 mile trip around Europe with our good ol van performing handsomely I've parked...
6 Replies
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Last post by Wingit100
03 Aug 2015, 22:03
Van won't start!
by
dickie14 »
03 Aug 2015, 21:18
So my 2.0 CU auto camper has developed a fun new quirk...
If I start it and it only runs for a few seconds before stopping the engine, occasionally...
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Last post by dickie14
03 Aug 2015, 21:18
4 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
06 Aug 2015, 09:04
Gearbox Question
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by
Titus A Duxass »
03 Aug 2015, 05:53
I want to fit a speed signal sensor.
The type that I have is a sensor that can read the CV bolt heads.
I want to drill and tap (M8) this tab on the...
7 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
03 Aug 2015, 18:13
Brake and engine power issues
Replies: 9
by
Peter-T »
19 Jul 2015, 14:15
So i've just got back from a 1600+ mile round trip to the South of France to see the Tour De France. 95% of the trip went without issue but I did...
9 Replies
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Last post by Peter-T
03 Aug 2015, 17:15
Engine trouble help please
Replies: 5
by
Wiredone2 »
02 Aug 2015, 19:24
Hi guys, me and the family are on holiday trip, been to Bestival, now in Bristol, stopped on the way here for Sunday roast van was going great (...
5 Replies
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Last post by Jim San
03 Aug 2015, 16:04
Coolent pipe location trobble
Replies: 2
by
Louislewin »
03 Aug 2015, 13:52
Hello was put the engin back in the van today and found a pipe resting on top of the gear box that previous owner had blocked off with a bolt I...
2 Replies
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Last post by Louislewin
03 Aug 2015, 15:30
Torque Converter oil seal replacement
Replies: 1
by
Elli »
02 Aug 2015, 01:10
Need to replace a Torque Converter Oil Seal on my 1985 Caravelle Pop Top 1.9 GW Automatic.
Since it is quite inaccessible, is there anything I should...
1 Replies
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Last post by R0B
03 Aug 2015, 12:27
vacuum advance hose
Replies: 2
by
ads288 »
03 Aug 2015, 08:37
Hi all,
In the process of trying to fix my badly running engine - I've replaced a previous owner bodge job piece of pipe from the carb to the vac...
2 Replies
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Last post by ads288
03 Aug 2015, 10:14
Help me decide - noisy tappet
Replies: 9
by
JNW »
27 Nov 2014, 07:40
Hello
I have a noisy hydraulic lifter - sounds like just one. The noise quietens after a long run, but comes back quite quickly. There's about 88k...
9 Replies
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Last post by JNW
02 Aug 2015, 14:59
driveshaft bolts
Replies: 12
by
dave lfc »
31 Jul 2015, 20:24
hi everyone just been driving home and driveshaft came out.luckily enough there was still one bolt hanging in the rubber so i could put it back on...
12 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
01 Aug 2015, 19:32
2 Replies
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01 Aug 2015, 18:03
2 Replies
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Last post by toolsntat
01 Aug 2015, 07:23
1.9 diesel VAG engine conversion
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by
islandboy »
31 Jul 2015, 18:29
I'm going along, tomorrow, to look at a 1980 T25 Holdsworth Villa Conversion.
The advertiser states it has had 1.9 diesel VAG engine conversion....
3 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
31 Jul 2015, 19:40
nearside wiper spindle
Replies: 2
by
islandboy »
27 Jul 2015, 10:30
I need to replace the nearside wiper spindle on my RHD 1985 T25 but google searches have been in vain, only showing up as discontinued item. Anyone...
2 Replies
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Last post by islandboy
31 Jul 2015, 16:28
2 Replies
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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
31 Jul 2015, 14:52
Distributor drive gear not engaging
Replies: 16
by
handsmann »
28 Jul 2015, 19:45
We have a 1985 van with a 1.9 WBX (DG) that I have been unable to get running for over three weeks now. Our mechanic took a look at it a week ago,...
16 Replies
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Last post by handsmann
31 Jul 2015, 07:29
Power Loss
Replies: 9
by
vwroyd »
29 Jul 2015, 21:39
Hi,
Tonight I was driving along a duel carriageway at about 65mph when I lost power.. I thought I had run out of petrol and had a gallon on me so I...
9 Replies
1991 Views
Last post by ghost123uk
31 Jul 2015, 05:27
1.6TD JX watercooled intercooler
Replies: 42
by
Wedgbury »
26 Jul 2015, 17:43
After a bit of advice which I'm sure everybody won't mind :D
Looking on the forum and after speaking to a few people the engine change to a 1.9TDI...
42 Replies
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Last post by dave friday
31 Jul 2015, 04:52
Bentley Manual
by
sallysparkle2 »
30 Jul 2015, 20:29
Hi everyone,
I have a bit of a gearbox issue and it will probably need stripping down. I was advised to take a peep at the Bentley manual for this....
0 Replies
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Last post by sallysparkle2
30 Jul 2015, 20:29
Blue Smoke on Start Up
Replies: 3
by
crazymilk »
30 Jul 2015, 10:34
Just wondering what the prognosis may be with blue smoke on start up on my 1.9 DG Water Cooled Wasser?
Is it time to proceed with the EJ25 Subaru I...
3 Replies
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Last post by ghost123uk
30 Jul 2015, 17:04
t25 lost water when stationary
Replies: 3
by
Semayrag »
30 Jul 2015, 08:46
hi all, ive just bought a t25, A reg, drove it 20 miles, no problem, engine heat was fine, got home, and all of a sudden i had loads of water pouring...
3 Replies
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Last post by R0B
30 Jul 2015, 12:23
9 Replies
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Last post by Bigjcc55
03 Aug 2015, 19:43
0 Replies
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Last post by paulandchez
29 Jul 2015, 22:40
crank seal, timing belt side
Replies: 4
by
newkid »
29 Jul 2015, 16:23
Ive stripped everything down ready to change this bar the crank pulley, is it a left hand or right hand turning bolt? Have checked but couldnt find...
4 Replies
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Last post by itchyfeet
29 Jul 2015, 20:40
Starter motor verdict.
Replies: 4
by
normal rules »
28 Jul 2015, 20:55
Ok. I've read the wiki. My baby n was starting intermittently at turn of key. The solenoid clicks so I believe it's doing what it should. I removed...
4 Replies
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Last post by normal rules
29 Jul 2015, 18:06
Front bearings
Replies: 3
by
nicktennear »
29 Jul 2015, 09:26
About to replace discs using Brickwerks discs and thinking about bearings, found these on Amazon at a ridiculously cheap price. Used the seller...
3 Replies
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Last post by shepster
29 Jul 2015, 14:57
Any ideas what this could be.
Replies: 15
by
normal rules »
28 Jul 2015, 17:26
Had my van for about 2 months and noticed this when I got it. It is not a wet patch but there is clearly something making Causing it.
Any ideas. I...
15 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2015, 12:48
Can you test an engine on a shelf?
Replies: 56
by
DoubleOSeven »
19 May 2015, 19:43
Title: Purchasing 2nd hand engines
Van details: 1.9 DG engine (it's dead, it's not resting), 1984 Caravelle
Description: Replacement engine sat on...
56 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
29 Jul 2015, 10:04
Spring Compressors
Replies: 3
by
crazymilk »
28 Jul 2015, 12:33
Hi there
I am always spending far too much buggering around on my suspension with upgrades, repairs ect and always struggle removing the...
3 Replies
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Last post by crazymilk
29 Jul 2015, 08:35
G13 Coolant for T25?
Replies: 15
by
family4t25 »
31 Aug 2014, 08:00
Hi,
I was a lurker on the external site while choosing which would be our first camper van and I appreciate all I have learnt reading since the...
15 Replies
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Last post by Mmalkie
28 Jul 2015, 21:06
AMC head failure! Carnage!
Replies: 12
by
silverbullet »
27 Jul 2015, 19:51
Si at T3 volution passed this one to me for a postmortem under the bandsaw, so before I hack it up to see if the waterjackets are really any better...
12 Replies
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Last post by silverbullet
28 Jul 2015, 10:38
4 Replies
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Last post by mitchell72
28 Jul 2015, 09:55
exhaust replacement TODAY PLEASE!!
Replies: 7
by
star1320om »
27 Jul 2015, 00:26
We are catching a ferry on tuesday and the exhaust has just gone!.. A desperate plea if anyone knows anyone who would be willing to replace our...
7 Replies
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Last post by wxm1873
28 Jul 2015, 06:29
Sourcing a part
Replies: 11
by
Spude »
25 Jul 2015, 21:51
I have a 1900 water cooled and the pipe that comes from the water pump to the block has a leak .I need to source the part any ideas where i could get...
11 Replies
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Last post by kevtherev
28 Jul 2015, 06:10
3 Replies
907 Views
Last post by CovKid
27 Jul 2015, 23:27
13 Replies
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Last post by CovKid
27 Jul 2015, 22:08
Juddering up hill
Replies: 9
by
waltraud »
10 Aug 2014, 10:34
83 DG Westy with camping load and 4 people. Generally runs v well. When going up certain hills not necessarily steep it can start to judder a bit and...
9 Replies
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Last post by waltraud
27 Jul 2015, 20:45
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